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Something New on Selby: Rondo Exchange is Open
If you’ve traveled down Selby recently, you may have noticed something new at 856 Selby Avenue. Rondo Exchange officially opened on March 21, 2026, bringing a new small business and community space into the neighborhood. For the past two years, the Rondo Community Land Trust has been developing this space, building out 2,800 square feet at the corner of Selby and Victoria to support local entrepreneurs. The result is Rondo Exchange, a small business incubator that brings together retail, creative work, and community space under one roof.
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Rondo Exchange Grand Opening!
Rondo Exchange is a new community-owned small business incubator developed by Rondo Community Land Trust. This space was designed to support creative entrepreneurs with affordable commercial space, structured technical assistance, shared services, and visibility within a collaborative retail environment. But more importantly, it represents something bigger. For decades, Rondo was a thriving Black commercial district built by entrepreneurs who served and sustained the community. While much of that economic ecosystem was disrupted, the spirit of innovation and cultural leadership never disappeared. Rondo Exchange is part of a broader effort to restore that economic and cultural presence along Selby Avenue.
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Welcoming Restaurant Aubergine to the neighborhood!
Opening soon: Restaurant Aubergine at 525 Selby Ave.
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Upcoming Community Events
August 2025 Community Events To add your community event to this list, please email jens@summit-university.org.
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The Story of 861 Selby: A Legacy Still Unfolding
By Felicia Perry, Economic Development Manager, Rondo Community Land Trust A few weeks ago, I ran into Dr. Aretta-Rie Johnson at Golden Thyme Restaurant. We exchanged greetings, and shortly after, we scheduled a one-on-one meeting so I could learn more about her work and explore how I might support her through my role at Rondo Community Land Trust. What she shared with me about the building at 861 Selby Avenue—its history, its purpose, and her family’s legacy—has stayed with me.
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An Evening at Golden Thyme
My wife and I recently celebrated our anniversary with a wonderful dinner at the new Golden Thyme Restaurant and Bar. Stepping into the remade space felt like an entirely different experience from the legacy Golden Thyme Cafe.
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