Roosevelt News November 26, 2025
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Celebrating nearly 50 years in Roosevelt, Sunlight Cafe proves vegetarian comfort food can win over everyone. This family-owned gem offers more than affordable meals—its cozy atmosphere and genuine warmth create the connection and soul many restaurants have lost. No wonder it’s the neighborhood’s oldest dining establishment.
The RNA used sticky notes and a cool tool called Polis to surface neighbor opinions about what Roosevelt needs. Here are the results!
Here’s a recap of the inaugural Rooted in Roosevelt festival on September 20, 2025 — a neighborhood celebration featuring live music, local businesses, food trucks, and over 1,000 attendees, with plans to make it an annual tradition returning in 2026.
Lots to do this month, from painting with pets, coffee with the candidates, to lots (and lots) of cider! Oh, and the story of our neighbor, Roosevelt Vaccum!
For nearly 40 years, three generations of Gloria’s family have kept Roosevelt’s vacuums running from the same location. Gloria combines her grandfather’s repair expertise with deep neighborhood connections, delighting in serving second and third-generation customers who trust her skill at solving complex repair problems.
Wow, what an incredible day we had at Rooted in Roosevelt! Thank you to all the volunteers! Plus, lots of local things to do in October!
Owner Filippo Fiori brings authentic Italian recipes—some from his grandmother—to Roosevelt’s Due Cucina. Enjoy fresh, scratch-made pasta in a welcoming space where everyone belongs. Buon appetito!
Join us for the inaugural Rooted in Roosevelt on September 20, 2025 — a neighborhood celebration with live music, booths from two dozen local businesses and community organizations, two food trucks, a clothing swap, and activities for all ages.
Dr. Robin Riedinger and her team bring 25 years of compassionate, Fear-Free™ veterinary care to Roosevelt. This AAHA-accredited hospital focuses on both pets’ physical and emotional well-being, while actively supporting our community through charity events and local sponsorships.