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Much has changed since the inception of the Northalsted Area Merchants Association (NAMA) in 1980, when a small group of retailers in the four-block area of Halsted Street between Buckingham and Cornelia joined forces to promote the street and improve business conditions. NAMA has grown to become a major force in our business community, representing 80 businesses along the Halsted Street corridor from Barry Street to West Irving Park Road. The Association is recognized as a leader with the City of Chicago, the Lakeview business and residential community, and the media. While much has changed since that first meeting in 1980, one thing hasn't: NAMA's dedication to making the area the best it can be. NAMA works diligently to maintain the North Halsted business community as a friendly, exciting and diverse shopping and entertainment area. Our annual street festival, Market Days, has become one of the city's most popular events and is known all over the world. The Association also sponsors many other activities throughout the year including Halsted Tastes Better, Pride Fest, the Halloween parade and costume contest, and the Holiday Walk.
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