Bartleby’s Ice Cream Cakes

09/02/2026

Say hello to our fall flavor specials! In this stylish flight dish, some returning favorites from past seasons: Earl Grey Swirl, Puppy Chow (feat. Barry Sweets), Matcha Mint Chip (our collab with Airi Matcha | Japanese matcha educator, now available in scoops), and Pumpkin Cheesecake Chocolate Chip (feat. Schweet Cheesecake).

Our brand-new vegan ice cream special: Banana Oreo!

And our brand-new sorbet: Mango!

08/30/2026

We have a huuuuge menu update coming next week. Stop by today to get one last taste of these summer specials while they last!

08/25/2026

We’re looking for one super scooper!

We need one more ice cream champion to round out our mighty front of house team! The ideal candidate will have food service experience, availability on evenings and weekends, and lots of positive energy.

In return, we can offer you a competitive hourly wage, inspiring teammates, the best customers in town, and a free scoop with every shift.

If this sounds like the part-time job you’ve been looking for, send your resume and a cover note to [email protected]. Immediate availability preferred. We can’t wait to meet you!

More Upcoming Events

Free Ice Cream at Three Avenues Bookshop End of Summer Book Bash—Sun., Aug. 30, 3–6 PM

The incredible team at Three Avenues Bookshop is throwing a party to celebrate the end of their summer reading challenge, featuring appearances by local authors and LOTS of FREE ice cream from Bartleby’s! The event runs 1–6 PM, and we’ll be there from 3 PM onward, handing out ice cream cups, sandwiches, and dog treats, thanks to a generous sponsorship by Lakeview SSA 27. Don’t miss it—these book nerds know how to party! More info here. (https://www.instagram.com/p/DbUKrpxEbGu/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsi=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==)

BartleBook Club Meeting—Thurs., Sept. 3, 7:30–9 PM

This month the BartleBook Club will be discussing Like This, But Funnier by Hallie Cantor. All are welcome, even if you haven’t been to a previous meeting. Be sure to bring suggestions for our next book—we’ll take a vote at the end of the night. Our book club is free to attend—just RSVP here (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996173551829?aff=oddtdtcreator) to make sure you get a spot!

Upcoming Farmers Market Appearances

Ravenswood Community Farmers Market—Wed., Sept. 3, 3–7:30 PM

Horner Park Farmers Market—Sat., Sept. 5, 9 AM–1 PM

Roscoe Village Farmers Market—Sun., Sept. 6, 9 AM–1 PM

Lincoln Square Farmers Market—Thurs., Sept. 17, 3–7 PM

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08/20/2026

We need ONE more super scooper to round out our mighty front of house team! The ideal candidate will have food service experience, availability on evenings and weekends, and lots of positive energy. If this sounds like you, please send a resume and cover note to [email protected] today! Immediate availability preferred.

08/17/2026

UPDATE: Hey Mushu USA will be popping up at the party with their cutie cute dog bandannas for sale! 🐶🐶🐶

Our End of Summer Puppy Party is just 4 days away! For full details and to RSVP, go to the Eventbrite link in our bio. Can’t wait to party with you and your pups!

08/14/2026

Ladies and gentlemen, our cake decorator Megan! Crushing it as always, if not more so. 💖

08/11/2026

Our last preschool storytime of the summer is happening this Thursday at 2 PM! Your favorite children’s librarians from Sulzer Regional Library will be visiting Bartleby’s once again for an afternoon of stories, music, movement, and of course ice cream. Free to attend!

08/11/2026

Give the season a sloppy kiss goodbye at our End of Summer Puppy Party

Join us on Friday, August 21, 1–6 PM, to give summer a proper sendoff with a party that combines all of our favorite things: ice cream, dogs, bluegrass, and books!

Our End of Summer Puppy Party will feature children’s author Susan Blake reading and signing copies of Ruby A. Beagle, pet portraits by our own amazing graphic designer Jenny Boehme, local musicians strumming and plucking up a storm, and 10% of sales going to benefit Anti-Cruelty.

Bring your dog to join the fun with a special pup-friendly sundae and a splash pool on the sidewalk! Learn more and RSVP here (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996823074569?aff=oddtdtcreator) .

More Upcoming Events

Preschool Storytime with Chicago Public Library—Thurs., Aug 13, 2–2:45 PM

It’s our last preschool storytime of the summer! Everyone’s favorite children’s librarians from Sulzer Regional Library will be visiting Bartleby’s once again for an afternoon of stories, music, movement, and of course ice cream. Free to attend!

BartleBook Club Meeting—Thurs., Sept. 3, 7:30–9 PM

This month the BartleBook Club will be discussing Like This, But Funnier by Hallie Cantor. All are welcome, even if you haven’t been to a previous meeting. Be sure to bring suggestions for our next book—we’ll take a vote at the end of the night. Our book club is free to attend—just RSVP here (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1996173551829?aff=oddtdtcreator) to make sure you get a spot!

Help Us Grow!

If you love Bartleby’s, help us reach more customers by leaving a positive review. Thanks so much!

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