Personally from
Gail Dear Cindy,
The Hallers celebrated Christmas Eve by having my husband’s family of 25 over for dinner, white elephant exchange and our regular gift exchange. It was fun, funny and exhausting! Hope you had a wonderful holiday spent with family too.
This is my last Monday update for the year! As I look back on 2009, I know it was a rough year for many and I really appreciate all the support the Chamber has received from its members. It seems like its during the hard times when the business community pulls together and really appreciates the value of the Chamber and what it can do for your business. We’re ending the year 425 members strong. This year we added a total of 90 new members! Thank you for your support and confidence in what the Chamber can do for your business.
Just a reminder that the Chamber will be closed this Thursday and Friday so that Dorothy, Cindy, Marci and I can spend the holidays with our families! Happy New Year to you and yours!
Best wishes for a great 2010!
January 23, 2010
‘A Night of Stars’
&
Installation of Chamber Board
&
Silent Auction
&
Entertainment by
Nothing But Treble Octet ‘A Night of Stars’ – Saturday, January 23, 2010
As you may recall, in January, we won’t have a monthly networking luncheon but we will have the annual dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. I hope you can make it! Our goal is to have over 200 attendees as we did last year!
In addition to the Silent Auction, we’re going to hold a Wine raffle. Pay $20 to buy a numbered cork and that number will correspond to a numbered bottle of wine. Everyone who plays is guaranteed to walk away with a bottle of wine! Can you donate a bottle of wine for the cause? We’re accepting them here at the Chamber and we promise not to drink any of the donations!!! Thank you to these donors:
Name Business No. of Bottles
Lynda Tourloukis You Can Say… Yes! Motivational Jeraboam (Grand Prize)
Dick Barton Barton & Barton, Ltd 2
Don Sebastian Jr. Sebastian Co. Real Estate 2
Karen Anderson Dental Auxiliary Placement Service,Inc. 2
Tracy Bell WineStyles Park Ridge 6
Linda Hills Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory 1 (dipped in chocolate!)
The new Chamber board of directors will be installed.
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized at ‘A Night of Stars’:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far and thank you to all the donors!
Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
Bredemann Car detailing package
Dominic's Kitchen Store $75 Cooking Class
Erica's Jewelry Gift Certificates 20 at $25
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
Park Ridge Fire Department Fire Department goodies (t-shirts, totes, mug and key ring)
Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
Pickwick Theatre Six movie passes
Pine's of Park Ridge $25 gift certificate
Ross E. Rubino, DDS Four Chicago Cubs tickets
Sasha Gerritson Theatre/opera tickets
Senator Dan Kotowski Illinois General Assembly Page for a Day Certificate
Sun and Moon Yoga Studio Yoga package of 10 classes
Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Gift basket of 1 hour therapeutic massage & product
WineStyles Wine gift basket
You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting Package valued at $200
Our fabulous entertainment will be ‘Nothing But Treble Octet’ and they’re wonderful!
Retail Committee Quick Survey Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
Mark your calendars for these Upcoming Chamber Events! December 31 and January 1, 2010 Chamber offices closed for the New Year Holiday! Happy New Year! Ring in the new year with a Chamber member!
January 8, 9:00am-10:30am Chamber Membership Committee Meeting. 720 Garden. We’re looking to grow our membership and this committee! Chaired by Theresa Olson, Resurrection Health Services. Join us as we explore member acquisition, retention, and satisfaction methods, tactics, and strategies. Bring your ideas!
January 14, 8:45-10:15am Technology Forum, 720 Garden – Moderator is Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, and this month’s topic is Security. Please drop in for this brand new forum.
January 20, 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Breakfast Doubletree Hotel, 9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $25 member $30 prospective member. Call the Chamber to make a reservation.
January 23, 5:30pm-11:00pm Installation & Awards Dinner, “A Night of Stars”, Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Ave. A magical evening as the new Chamber Board of Directors is installed, and Park Ridge Community Stars are recognized! Local entertainment ‘Nothing But Treble Octet’, raffles and Silent Auctions. $65 per person. Opportunities to sponsor the event available.
January 28, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking. The Heritage of Des Plaines, 800 S. River Rd. Enjoy refreshments – no charge and all are welcome
January 29, 8:00am-9:30am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden Catherine Johns, speaker: Learn to use powerful hypnotic language to connect with your audience and help them really pay attention to what you say. Panera Bread catering breakfast. $10 member $15 prospective member. Call the Chamber to make your reservation.
February 4, 4:00pm – 6:30pm Multi Chamber Chocolate & Champagne Networking Event, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook – Mingle with members of 12 local Chambers and network while you enjoy chocolate, champagne and light appetizers. Sponsorships and exhibit table opportunities available. $15 per attendee prior to 1/29. Call Chamber to RSVP.
Another Winner for Football Mania! The Football Mania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
week #13: Peter Donovan $20
week #14: Tom Olsen $20
week #15: Aveeda Walker $20
Don’t you wish you bought a ticket???
Member News I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Walgreens – got both flu shots (one in each arm!)
Houlihan’s Restaurant
Park Ridge Public Library
Jewel Foods
New Year’s Kid Friendly Activities! KIDWINKS.com HELPS PARENTS FIND FAMILY FRIENDLY WAYS TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR
The year 2010 is approaching, and kidwinks.com is ready with free and easy access to the information parents need to plan for a Chicago area New Year’s Eve full of family fun. Many parents wish to ring in the New Year with their children, but learning about all of the
various ways to do that in the Chicago area hasn’t ever been easy until now. Kidwinks.com has researched all types of family friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations and brought them together in one easily searchable place. The kidwinks database lists over 50 options for families to enjoy this magical evening together, with balloon drops, magicians, face painters, fancy balls, fireworks and much more:
• Have big plans for an adult New Year’s Eve? No problem – kidwinks includes family New Year’s Eve celebrations the day before, and countdowns to noon the day of.
• Want an active family New Year’s Eve? Kidwinks has details on parties where families can skate, bowl, jump, dance, climb and more.
• Want to get away with your family? Kidwinks can direct you to family-centric packages at area water parks and hotels. For example, The Holiday Inn Select in Naperville is featuring a Family Fun New Year’s Eve package that includes overnight accommodations, dinner buffet for 4, 4 tickets live theater performance of High School
Musical, kids DJ dance party, games, activities, admission to High School Musical movie, countdown festivities and more.
• Want to drop off older kids or teens? Kidwinks has options for the older kids, too – even a lock-in overnight stay through the Des Plaines Park District where kids can enjoy games, music and dancing all night!
• Want to enjoy a festive meal with the family to ring in the New Year? Kidwinks lists those too! For example, Moretti’s Restaurant has multiple locations throughout the Chicago area offering several seating times with balloon drops, confetti, party favors and
kids video countdowns. For something more sedate, look to the kidwinks Kids Eat Free Calendar for options where kids can eat free or cheaply.
Kidwinks was developed specifically for parents of young children, giving them one portal to access the countless events and activities targeted to families; not just for New Year’s Eve, but for anytime.
www.kidwinks.com the site to know with kids in tow!
Better Business Bureau
Fox 32 television contacted the Better Business Bureau asking if any of BBB’s members would like to use the station's "Job Shop" TV segments for help wanted announcements.
Here's an interesting opportunity for you to publicize your business on local television - and it's FREE!
Fox 32 here in Chicago is seeking BBB members to appear on their weekly "Job Shop" segments. Job Shop is a live, in-studio segment on the Good Day Chicago program where employers help dispel the myth that there are no good jobs available. Hiring managers come in studio for a short two minute interview to explain why their company is great to work for and briefly describe what types of positions they are looking to fill.
This segment is beneficial to your business in two ways: obviously it's helpful for recruiting new employees, but it's also valuable to explain your goods and services to an audience that may not be familiar with what you do. Large employers like Prudential, US Cellular, Fifth Third Bank, and Rush University Health Center have been recent contributors to the segment.
Here's a link to a recent segment done by UPS:
http://www.myfoxchicago.com/dpp/job_shop/ups-hiring
Please contact Matt Butterfield at Fox Chicago with questions and to schedule your appearance. Matt's direct phone is 312-565-5588 and email is matt.butterfield@foxtv.com.
Affresco Italian Restaurant Join us as we RING IN THE NEW YEAR and CELEBRATE our 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!
December 31st, 2009
5pm - $35/Person 5-Course Dinner
7pm - $45/Person 5-Course Dinner, Champagne Toast
Children’s Dinner $15/Person (10 & Under)
9:30pm - $50/Person 6-Course Dinner, add $22 for Premium Open Bar Entertainment all night!
Please visit our web page for the complete menu.
www.affrescopizzeria.com
AFFRESCO PIZZERIA/LOUNGE, 11 N. Northwest Highway
Parking in the Rear – Enter off Prospect Avenue
St Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Park Ridge Hysterical Society
Park Ridge Hysterical Society
Join us and feel great...
We are 'Tween the Holidays and it's a great time to get out and shake out the remnants of one holiday as we laugh boldly into the New Year. Do come and create a light hearted way to welcome your 2010!
On the Fifth Week of Laughter ...
the 30 Days of Laughter Challenge
Join us for our Weekly Meeting:
The Park Ridge Plaza Building
1st Floor Conference Room
350 S. Northwest Hwy
Park Ridge, IL
Tuesday December 29 from 7 - 8pm
Honoring Our Veterans Honoring Our Veterans This Holiday Season
On November 19th, Lester Interrante, a resident of Mount Prospect, traveled to Washington D.C. with the help of Honor Flight Chicago. Lester served in World War II as a Private First Class in the army. Eighty-eight years old, Lester was accompanied by his son on this special trip.
Mr. Interrante received an all-expense-paid trip to the war memorials in Washington, D.C. for a day of commemoration, reminiscence and reflection. Honorees are sent off from Chicago by the "Andrews Sisters" (also known as the Legacy Girls) and welcomed home by the ROTC color guard and an outpouring of gratitude from a crowd of hundreds.
Honor Flight Chicago was founded in March 2008 to provide Chicagoland World War II veterans with the opportunity to visit their memorials in our nation’s capital. Honor Flight also works with terminally-ill veterans of the Korean War and Vietnam War. The organization wants to honor these brave soldiers for their sacrifices in the cause of American freedom.
It was the trip of a lifetime for Lester Interrante. Anyone who wants to contribute to this worthy cause or knows a veteran who deserves the opportunity to participate in the program can contact Honor Flight through their website: http://www.honorflightchicago.org/ or by telephone: 773.227.VETS (8387).
(sent to me by Senator Dan Kotowski)
SAVE THE DATE! 2/20/2010
February 20, 2010
$28.00 for Adults * $22 for kids
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL. 60016,847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
Baked Mostaccioli * Baked Chicken * Pork Roast * Elks mixed greens
Butter Whipped Potatoes * Candied Carrots * Chocolate Sundae
Cash Bar * Special Kids Menu
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 payable to Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out! Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions. Go Wolves!
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc.: 847.768.9100
2. Affordable Interiors, Deborah Oberschelp: 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling: 847.459.7900
4. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
5. barrett-TECH, John Barrett: 847.823.1830
6. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
7. Falkor Group LLC: www.falkorgroup.com
8. Global Handmade Hope: 847.720.4084
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors: 773.588.4332
11. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
12. Leys, Kirsten; Prudential Financial Services: 847.627.3950
13. PC Medic Computer Repair, Jerry Flanagan: 847.299.5556
14. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
15. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. Dr. Dorothy Anasinski: 847.685.6686
16. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering, Nick Straub: 847-823-4422
17. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
18. Resurrection Health Care, Theresa Olson: 847.813.3210
19. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
20. Sebastian Co. Real Estate; Don Sebastian, Jr.: 847.823.3117
21. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services, Ann Witek: 847.692.3260
22. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster: 847.813.9552
23. The Exercise Coach, Chad Finney: 847.823.0035
24. The McTigue Financial Group, Tom Canale: 773.380.4025
25. Unbound Technology, Joshua Nichols: 847-235-4994
26. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, Lynda Tourloukis: 847.401.5787
27. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
28. You can be here!
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
Park Ridge looks so pretty right now with the snow blanketing everything in white! We enjoyed Christmas parties and festivities over the weekend – bet you did too! Everyone is home from school now and ready to enjoy the holidays!
Just a reminder that the Chamber will be closed this Thursday and Friday so that Dorothy, Cindy, Marci and I can spend Christmas with our families! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thank you
Outback! Wow! What a holiday luncheon we had last Wednesday! Thank you to Rich Callahan, proprietor of Outback, 8101 W. Higgins, Chicago, for hosting such a wonderful lunch for our Chamber members!
Last Monday when I sent out the eblast, we had 43 rsvp’s but by Wednesday, we had 87! Thank you to everyone who showed up for the fun time and great food – and, of course, all the networking!
We had America’s Sports Magician, Jeff Scanlon, who went table to table, entertaining guests as they awaited their food!
I took the opportunity to thank those who have served on the Chamber board, as an Ambassador, and on all the various Chamber committees. Smart people use every one of these opportunities to network and build relationships which, in turn, eventually will lead to more business. Please consider joining a committee so you, too, can build more relationships and your network of business associates.
Thank you to those who brought entries for our raffle! Dick Larsen won the Spotlight on the cover of the Chamber’s February newsletter – that man is such a lucky duck!!!
1. Ornament donated by State Representative Rosemary Mulligan was won by Norm Schaetzlein
2. ATI Physical Therapy Long sleeve t-shirt was won by Dave Donovan
3. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Sara Hunsicker
4. Gift certificate & Candy donated by Rosewood Restaurant was won by Belinda Rosenberger
5. $150 Chamber Newsletter Insert won by Jean Lemke
6. Park Ridge Taxi gift certificate won by James Hamrick
7. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Nina Taluc
8. Gift certificate for Outback donated by Rich Callahan was won by Mary Carlson
9. Water Bottle donated by ATI Physical Therapy Mary Carlson
10. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Kathleen Frey
11. Gift certificate from Outback was won by Mark Decker
12. Mailing labels or E-blast was won by Mary Carlson
13. PR Taxi Voucher was won by John Barrett
14. Order My Gift ($30) Gift Catalog was won by Bill Bialk
15. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Caitlin Sullivan
16. Gift cert-Rocky Mt Chocolate (25) was donated by Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, PC and won by Mark Decker
17. TriPilates private lesson & 3 mat classes ($125 value) was won by Judd Maillie
18. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Belinda Rosenberger
19. Gift certificate Rosewood Restaurant won by Jackie Mathews
20. Mug & Bottle Opener donated by ATI Physical Therapy was won by Ellen Schlichting
21. T-Shirt donated by ATI Physical Therapy Debbie Harris
22. Magic Package by Jeff Scanlon was won by Joanna Czapia (Subway, 2618 Dempster)
Susan Scatchell, Marketing/Community Liaison for A-Abiding Care, Inc., collected lots of goods for the Ronald McDonald House, Northside and food for Maine Township Food Pantry.
Thank you
Comfort Inn O’Hare Our monthly networking Business After Hours at the Comfort Inn O’Hare, Touhy & River Rd, 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines was another fun networking event!
About 30 attended the event and enjoyed good food and holiday cheer! Thank you to our hosts Nick Trevedi and Nichole Squires for a lovely time in a lovely Inn!
Two Ribbon Cuttings this Week! The 2 Grand Opening/Ribbon Cuttings last week were also both successful and each had many attend! Mayor Dave Schmidt was there to cut the red ribbon as was many Chamber Board members and Ambassadors and other Chamber members!
1. Technology MD, 350 S. Northwest Hwy, Suite 200, offered Microsoft classes free throughout the day & served continental breakfast.
2. Subway, 2618 Dempster Street, across from Maine East High School. Warm fresh bread and sandwiches along with freshly baked cookies were served!
Chamber Ambassadors Lynda Tourloukis, You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services and Laughter Coach for the Park Ridge Hysterical Society, has been the co-chair of the Ambassadors this year along with Jo Ann Arswald, MB Financial Bank. Lynda hosted the Ambassadors in her lovely home last week for a delightful champagne lunch!
The Chamber Ambassadors are members who meet and greet new members and attend Chamber ribbon cuttings and various other Chamber events and make introductions and help new members feel welcomed!
January 23, 2010
‘A Night of Stars’
&
Installation of Chamber Board
&
Silent Auction
&
Entertainment by
Nothing But Treble Octet ‘A Night of Stars’ – Saturday, January 23, 2010
In January, the Chamber won’t have a luncheon since we’re having the annual dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. The invitations went out Friday. Please rsvp as soon as you can. We’re hoping to have over 200 as we did last year and it’s a spectacular event that you don’t want to miss out on!
As a fundraiser, in addition to the Silent Auction, we’re going to hold a Wine raffle. You’ll pay $20 to buy a numbered cork and that number will correspond to a numbered bottle of wine. Everyone who plays is guaranteed to walk away with a bottle of wine! Can you donate a bottle of wine for the cause? We’re accepting them here at the Chamber and we promise not to drink any of the donations!!! Lynda Tourloukis donated a ‘Jeroboam’ – a wine bottle that holds the equivalent of 4 bottles, or 4/5 of a gallon!!! (Maric told me what it was called!) Dick Barton and Don Sebastian, Jr. are each donating 2 bottles of wine.
The new Chamber board of directors will be installed:
Executive Officers:
Dave Donovan, President
E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc.
847-692-9077
dave@coyneinsurance.com
Karen Anderson, Immediate Past President
Dental Auxiliary Placement Services, Inc.
847-696-1988
karen@daps-inc.com
Anna Wasyliw, Treasurer
Harris Park Ridge
847-692-6772
Anna.wasyliw@harrisbank.com
Jackie Mathews, President Elect
Rainbow Hospice
847-292-2353
jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
Gail Haller, Secretary
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
847-825-3121
Gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
Directors:
John Barrett, Director
Barrett-Tech
847-823-1830
john@barrett-tech.com
Curt Edlund, Director
Larsen and Edlund
847-825-7600
cedlund@larsenandedlund.com
Tom Dombro, Director
ING Advisors Network
847-292-9910
t.dombro@comcast.net
Linda Hills, Director
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
847-318-6801
hillschocolates@sbcglobal.net
Valerie Niskanen, Director
St. Matthew Center for Health
847-825-5531
valerie.niskanen@lssi.org
Deborah Oberschelp, Director
Affordable Interiors
312-909-1255
deborah@affordableint.com
Theresa Olson, Director
Resurrection Health Care
773-355-2823
theresa.olson@reshealthcare.org
Rick Pucci, Director
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
847-759-0055
rpucci@fscadvisor.com
Dave Sherman, Director
Pioneer Press
847-486-7320
DSherman@Suntimes.com
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized at ‘A Night of Stars’:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far and thank you to all the donors!
1 Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
2 Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
3 Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
4 Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
5 Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
6 Sasha Gerritson Theatre/opera tickets
7 Park Ridge Fire Department Fire Department goodies (t-shirts, totes, mug and key ring)
8 Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
9 Pickwick Theatre Movie passes
10 WineStyles Wine gift basket
11 You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting services
12 Erica's Jewelry Gift Certificates 20 at $25
13 Sun and Moon Yoga Studio Yoga package of 10 classes
14 Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Gift basket of 1 hour therapeutic massage & product
15 Ross E. Rubino, DDS Four Chicago Cubs tickets
16 Dominic's Kitchen Store $75 Cooking Class
17 Bredemann Car detailing package
Our fabulous entertainment will be ‘Nothing But Treble Octet’ and they’re wonderful!
Newsletter Ads Did you know that we sell ads in the Chamber’s monthly newsletter for just $25 per month for an 1/8 page size ad?
If you pre-pay for a whole year, its only $250 so you get 2 free months! We have just a couple spots available so it’s first come, first serve. Email me a pdf of your ad or business card and we’ll do the rest.
Retail Committee Quick Survey The Chamber started a Retail Committee this year. The Committee Chair is Linda Hills, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. We need your input (especially all the merchants and retail stores in Park Ridge!) – thank you to Kate Hall from the Library who created the survey. Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Drop Off Cell Phones for Soldiers: We’re still collecting old cell phones. District 64 will be collecting at the schools and dropping them off here at the Chamber as they did last year as part of their green initiative.
For every cell phone donated, a 60 minute phone card is sent to a military person overseas. It enables them to call home at no charge. As you can imagine, the need for the free phonecards is not decreasing. Please find all those old cell phones you don’t need, use or want any more and bring them in to the Chamber.
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
Renewals Please remember to pay your dues for 2010!
The Chamber is offering a new Platinum upgrade that gives you a lot more marketing for just $300 over your dues. Look for the flyer that explains the Platinum program. Thank you to these members who joined or renewed and upgraded to Platinum:
1. Accounteque Services Inc.
2. Aqua Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling
3. ATI Physical Therapy
4. barrett-TECH
5. Global Handmade Hope
6. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc
7. Park Ridge Community Fund
8. Perry’s Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering
9. Subway, 2618 Dempster Street
10. Unbound Technology
Mark your calendars for these Upcoming Chamber Events! January 1, 2010 Chamber offices closed for the New Year Holiday
January 8, 9:00am-10:30am Chamber Membership Committee Meeting. 720 Garden
January 14, 8:45-10:15am Technology Forum, 720 Garden – Moderator is Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, and this month’s topic is Security. Please drop in for this newly formed forum.
January 20, 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Breakfast Doubletree Hotel, 9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $25 member $30 prospective member. Call the Chamber to make a reservation.
January 23, 5:30pm-11:00pm Installation & Awards Dinner, “A Night of Stars”, Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Ave. A magical evening as the new Chamber Board of Directors is installed, and the Community Stars are recognized! Local entertainment ‘Nothing But Treble Octet’, raffles and Silent Auctions. $65 per person. Opportunities to sponsor the event available.
January 28, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking. The Heritage of Des Plaines, 800 S. River Rd. Enjoy refreshments – no charge and all are welcome
January 29, 8:00am-9:30am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden Catherine Johns, speaker: Learn to use powerful hypnotic language to connect with your audience and help them really pay attention to what you say. Panera Bread catering breakfast. $10 member $15 prospective member. Call the Chamber to make your reservation.
February 4, 4:00pm – 6:30pm Multi Chamber Chocolate & Champagne Networking Event, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook – Mingle with members of 12 local Chambers and network while you enjoy chocolate, champagne and light appetizers. Sponsorships and exhibit table opportunities available. $15 per attendee prior to 1/29. Call Chamber to RSVP.
Another Winner for Football Mania! The Football Mania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
week #13: Peter Donovan $20
week #14: Tom Olsen $20
Don’t you wish you bought a ticket???
Member News I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Outback Restaurant
Comfort Inn O’Hare
Oakton Ice Rink
Park Ridge Public Library
Technology MD
Subway, 2618 Dempster (across from Maine East HS)
New Traffic Laws – Be Aware & Be Careful! 2010 New Traffic Laws (Effective January 1, 2010)
625 ILCS 5/12-610.2(b)
A person may not operate a motor vehicle on a roadway while using an
electronic communication device to compose, send or read an electronic message.
625 ILCS 5/12-601.1 (e)
A person, regardless of age, may not use a wireless telephone at any
time while operating a motor vehicle on a roadway in a school
speed zone established under Section 11-605, or on a highway in a
construction or maintenance speed zone established under Section
11-605.1.
This subsection (e) does not apply to (1) a person engaged in a
highway construction or maintenance project for which a construction
or maintenance speed zone has been established, (2) a person using a
wireless telephone for emergency purposes, including, but not limited
to, law enforcement agency, health care provider, fire department, or
other emergency services agency or entity, (3) a law enforcement
officer or operator of an emergency vehicle when performing the
officer’s or operator’s official duties or (4) to a person using the
wireless telephone in a voice-activated mode.
New Year’s Kid Friendly Activities! KIDWINKS.com HELPS PARENTS FIND FAMILY FRIENDLY WAYS TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR
The year 2010 is approaching, and kidwinks.com is ready with free and easy access to the information parents need to plan for a Chicago area New Year’s Eve full of family fun. Many parents wish to ring in the New Year with their children, but learning about all of the
various ways to do that in the Chicago area hasn’t ever been easy until now. Kidwinks.com has researched all types of family friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations and brought them together in one easily searchable place. The kidwinks database lists over 50 options for families to enjoy this magical evening together, with balloon drops, magicians, face painters, fancy balls, fireworks and much more:
• Have big plans for an adult New Year’s Eve? No problem – kidwinks includes family New Year’s Eve celebrations the day before, and countdowns to noon the day of.
• Want an active family New Year’s Eve? Kidwinks has details on parties where families can skate, bowl, jump, dance, climb and more.
• Want to get away with your family? Kidwinks can direct you to family-centric packages at area water parks and hotels. For example, The Holiday Inn Select in Naperville is featuring a Family Fun New Year’s Eve package that includes overnight accommodations, dinner buffet for 4, 4 tickets live theater performance of High School
Musical, kids DJ dance party, games, activities, admission to High School Musical movie, countdown festivities and more.
• Want to drop off older kids or teens? Kidwinks has options for the older kids, too – even a lock-in overnight stay through the Des Plaines Park District where kids can enjoy games, music and dancing all night!
• Want to enjoy a festive meal with the family to ring in the New Year? Kidwinks lists those too! For example, Moretti’s Restaurant has multiple locations throughout the Chicago area offering several seating times with balloon drops, confetti, party favors and
kids video countdowns. For something more sedate, look to the kidwinks Kids Eat Free Calendar for options where kids can eat free or cheaply.
Kidwinks was developed specifically for parents of young children, giving them one portal to access the countless events and activities targeted to families; not just for New Year’s Eve, but for anytime.
www.kidwinks.com the site to know with kids in tow!
Affresco Italian Restaurant Join us as we RING IN THE NEW YEAR and CELEBRATE our 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!
December 31st, 2009
5pm - $35/Person 5-Course Dinner
7pm - $45/Person 5-Course Dinner, Champagne Toast
Children’s Dinner $15/Person (10 & Under)
9:30pm - $50/Person 6-Course Dinner, add $22 for Premium Open Bar Entertainment all night!
Please visit our web page for the complete menu.
www.affrescopizzeria.com
AFFRESCO PIZZERIA/LOUNGE, 11 N. Northwest Highway
Parking in the Rear – Enter off Prospect Avenue
Uncle Dan’s Pizza & Pub UNCLE DAN’S PIZZA & PUB at 27 South Northwest Highway
847-698-9800
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW
Don’t wait any longer. Book those Holiday Parties now!
Our space is filling up quickly, so please call us now to book your holiday event. Your boss, family and friends will be impressed with how perfectly your party was planned.
You can relax in a comfortable atmosphere, getting one of those rare opportunities to mingle over great drinks, delicious food and even better conversation.
Call us today at 847-698-9800 and let's get started!
The McTigue Group is Hiring! One of our Platinum members is looking for a Director of Recruiting. Email him for the job description:
Thomas J. Canale CLU, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
8600 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Suite 420N Chicago, IL 60631
Office: (773) 380-4025
Fax: (773) 380-4555
Email: tom.canale@nmfn.com
Website: www.tomcanale.com
Website: www.nmfn.com/canaledistrict
Fortune Magazine's Most Admired once again --- check out this link!
http://www.nmfn.com/siteassets/nmfnassets/html/index.htm
Vive! Therapeutic Massage 'Tis the Season of Good Will and Will to Feel Good! Vive! can help to give that priceless gift of Good Health. Time to put aside a gift for a loved one or yourself to melt away tightness form daily stress or gain relief from chronic pain.
Holiday and All Occasion Gift Certificates are now available. Employers, this is a great way to recognize your staff! Consider a gift certificate to recognize your employees this season OR talk to us about visiting your location for a special Recognition Event offering chair or table massages. 10% discount when you purchase a package of three massages.
Give us a ring today at 847-637-0002 or visit us at 1416 S. Canfield in Park Ridge. Vive! wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year!
The Perfect Dinner is Open for Business! The Perfect Dinner provides fresh-made, family favorite dinners ready to heat and eat. It's the perfect solution for busy families who want a high quality, wholesome dinner but don't have the time to cook it themselves. The Perfect Dinner has a rotating menu of main dish specials, along with homemade soups, salads and vegetables, available for carry-out or delivery without pre-ordering. All meals are fully cooked, then refrigerated, so they are ready to heat and eat in microwave or oven in the convenience of your own home. Meals come in three family sizes: small (2-3 servings), medium (4 servings) and large (6 servings).
The Perfect Dinner also offers quick catering for smaller or near term events, as well as full service catering at in-home events and outside venues.
Menus and more information are available at The Perfect Dinner, 6 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge (in the Pickwick building) or online at www.theperfectdinner.com. Hours of operation are 12-8 pm weekdays and 12-6 pm Saturdays. Deliveries begin at 4 pm weekdays and 3 pm Saturdays.
The Perfect Dinner looks forward to serving you!
St Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
Christmas Eve, Wed Dec 24th
4 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
10 p.m. Pre-Service music with choir, instrumentalists & organ
10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Christmas Day, Thursday Dec 25
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
Sunday, Dec 27th
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Watson Art Studio Watson Art Studio not only photographs portraits of your family and children but we also photograph business portraits and product photos.
If you own a business and need some promotional photography done that would include your business portrait and detail shots of some of your products, give Watson Art Studio a call. Imagine your professionally lit portrait taken in the environment of your own business and then beautiful detail photographs taken of some of the products that you so proudly sell. These images would be given to you, in a hi-res format, on a dvd for you to use in your own promotions or wall art for your place of business.
For a limited time only, the first five businesses that call to arrange a session will receive a 20% discount on their business photo package pricing. Sale ends January 31st. To arrange for a session or to call for a consultation on what we can provide you, call
847-269-1965 or e-mail me at: michaelwatson@watsonartstudio.com.
Remember, with Watson Art Studio, we bring the studio to you.
Kidwinks.com Kidwinks.com is looking for experienced sales people.
Responsibilities include:
setting up appointments
in-person sales presentations
follow-up with clients
Sales people are independent contractors working on 100% commission. All of the businesses that would be contacted are family-friendly businesses or businesses that cater to moms.
Interested parties please contact nina@kidwinks.com.
SAVE THE DATE! 2/20/2010
February 20, 2010
$28.00 for Adults * $22 for kids
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL. 60016,847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
Baked Mostaccioli * Baked Chicken * Pork Roast * Elks mixed greens
Butter Whipped Potatoes * Candied Carrots * Chocolate Sundae
Cash Bar * Special Kids Menu
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 payable to Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out! Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions. Go Wolves!
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc.: 847.768.9100
2. Affordable Interiors, Deborah Oberschelp: 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling: 847.459.7900
4. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
5. barrett-TECH, John Barrett: 847.823.1830
6. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
7. Falkor Group LLC: www.falkorgroup.com
8. Global Handmade Hope: 847.720.4084
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors: 773.588.4332
11. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
12. Leys, Kirsten; Prudential Financial Services: 847.627.3950
13. PC Medic Computer Repair, Jerry Flanagan: 847.299.5556
14. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
15. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. Dr. Dorothy Anasinski: 847.685.6686
16. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering, Nick Straub: 847-823-4422
17. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
18. Resurrection Health Care, Theresa Olson: 847.813.3210
19. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
20. Sebastian Co. Real Estate; Don Sebastian, Jr.: 847.823.3117
21. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services, Ann Witek: 847.692.3260
22. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster: 847.813.9552
23. The Exercise Coach, Chad Finney: 847.823.0035
24. The McTigue Financial Group, Tom Canale: 773.380.4025
25. Unbound Technology, Joshua Nichols: 847-235-4994
26. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, Lynda Tourloukis: 847.401.5787
27. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
28. You can be here!
Just a reminder that the Chamber will be closed this Thursday and Friday so that Dorothy, Cindy, Marci and I can spend Christmas with our families! Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Thank you
Outback! Wow! What a holiday luncheon we had last Wednesday! Thank you to Rich Callahan, proprietor of Outback, 8101 W. Higgins, Chicago, for hosting such a wonderful lunch for our Chamber members!
Last Monday when I sent out the eblast, we had 43 rsvp’s but by Wednesday, we had 87! Thank you to everyone who showed up for the fun time and great food – and, of course, all the networking!
We had America’s Sports Magician, Jeff Scanlon, who went table to table, entertaining guests as they awaited their food!
I took the opportunity to thank those who have served on the Chamber board, as an Ambassador, and on all the various Chamber committees. Smart people use every one of these opportunities to network and build relationships which, in turn, eventually will lead to more business. Please consider joining a committee so you, too, can build more relationships and your network of business associates.
Thank you to those who brought entries for our raffle! Dick Larsen won the Spotlight on the cover of the Chamber’s February newsletter – that man is such a lucky duck!!!
1. Ornament donated by State Representative Rosemary Mulligan was won by Norm Schaetzlein
2. ATI Physical Therapy Long sleeve t-shirt was won by Dave Donovan
3. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Sara Hunsicker
4. Gift certificate & Candy donated by Rosewood Restaurant was won by Belinda Rosenberger
5. $150 Chamber Newsletter Insert won by Jean Lemke
6. Park Ridge Taxi gift certificate won by James Hamrick
7. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Nina Taluc
8. Gift certificate for Outback donated by Rich Callahan was won by Mary Carlson
9. Water Bottle donated by ATI Physical Therapy Mary Carlson
10. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Kathleen Frey
11. Gift certificate from Outback was won by Mark Decker
12. Mailing labels or E-blast was won by Mary Carlson
13. PR Taxi Voucher was won by John Barrett
14. Order My Gift ($30) Gift Catalog was won by Bill Bialk
15. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Caitlin Sullivan
16. Gift cert-Rocky Mt Chocolate (25) was donated by Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, PC and won by Mark Decker
17. TriPilates private lesson & 3 mat classes ($125 value) was won by Judd Maillie
18. Gift card from Subway @ 2618 Dempster won by Belinda Rosenberger
19. Gift certificate Rosewood Restaurant won by Jackie Mathews
20. Mug & Bottle Opener donated by ATI Physical Therapy was won by Ellen Schlichting
21. T-Shirt donated by ATI Physical Therapy Debbie Harris
22. Magic Package by Jeff Scanlon was won by Joanna Czapia (Subway, 2618 Dempster)
Susan Scatchell, Marketing/Community Liaison for A-Abiding Care, Inc., collected lots of goods for the Ronald McDonald House, Northside and food for Maine Township Food Pantry.
Thank you
Comfort Inn O’Hare Our monthly networking Business After Hours at the Comfort Inn O’Hare, Touhy & River Rd, 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines was another fun networking event!
About 30 attended the event and enjoyed good food and holiday cheer! Thank you to our hosts Nick Trevedi and Nichole Squires for a lovely time in a lovely Inn!
Two Ribbon Cuttings this Week! The 2 Grand Opening/Ribbon Cuttings last week were also both successful and each had many attend! Mayor Dave Schmidt was there to cut the red ribbon as was many Chamber Board members and Ambassadors and other Chamber members!
1. Technology MD, 350 S. Northwest Hwy, Suite 200, offered Microsoft classes free throughout the day & served continental breakfast.
2. Subway, 2618 Dempster Street, across from Maine East High School. Warm fresh bread and sandwiches along with freshly baked cookies were served!
Chamber Ambassadors Lynda Tourloukis, You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services and Laughter Coach for the Park Ridge Hysterical Society, has been the co-chair of the Ambassadors this year along with Jo Ann Arswald, MB Financial Bank. Lynda hosted the Ambassadors in her lovely home last week for a delightful champagne lunch!
The Chamber Ambassadors are members who meet and greet new members and attend Chamber ribbon cuttings and various other Chamber events and make introductions and help new members feel welcomed!
January 23, 2010
‘A Night of Stars’
&
Installation of Chamber Board
&
Silent Auction
&
Entertainment by
Nothing But Treble Octet ‘A Night of Stars’ – Saturday, January 23, 2010
In January, the Chamber won’t have a luncheon since we’re having the annual dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. The invitations went out Friday. Please rsvp as soon as you can. We’re hoping to have over 200 as we did last year and it’s a spectacular event that you don’t want to miss out on!
As a fundraiser, in addition to the Silent Auction, we’re going to hold a Wine raffle. You’ll pay $20 to buy a numbered cork and that number will correspond to a numbered bottle of wine. Everyone who plays is guaranteed to walk away with a bottle of wine! Can you donate a bottle of wine for the cause? We’re accepting them here at the Chamber and we promise not to drink any of the donations!!! Lynda Tourloukis donated a ‘Jeroboam’ – a wine bottle that holds the equivalent of 4 bottles, or 4/5 of a gallon!!! (Maric told me what it was called!) Dick Barton and Don Sebastian, Jr. are each donating 2 bottles of wine.
The new Chamber board of directors will be installed:
Executive Officers:
Dave Donovan, President
E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc.
847-692-9077
dave@coyneinsurance.com
Karen Anderson, Immediate Past President
Dental Auxiliary Placement Services, Inc.
847-696-1988
karen@daps-inc.com
Anna Wasyliw, Treasurer
Harris Park Ridge
847-692-6772
Anna.wasyliw@harrisbank.com
Jackie Mathews, President Elect
Rainbow Hospice
847-292-2353
jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
Gail Haller, Secretary
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
847-825-3121
Gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
Directors:
John Barrett, Director
Barrett-Tech
847-823-1830
john@barrett-tech.com
Curt Edlund, Director
Larsen and Edlund
847-825-7600
cedlund@larsenandedlund.com
Tom Dombro, Director
ING Advisors Network
847-292-9910
t.dombro@comcast.net
Linda Hills, Director
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
847-318-6801
hillschocolates@sbcglobal.net
Valerie Niskanen, Director
St. Matthew Center for Health
847-825-5531
valerie.niskanen@lssi.org
Deborah Oberschelp, Director
Affordable Interiors
312-909-1255
deborah@affordableint.com
Theresa Olson, Director
Resurrection Health Care
773-355-2823
theresa.olson@reshealthcare.org
Rick Pucci, Director
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
847-759-0055
rpucci@fscadvisor.com
Dave Sherman, Director
Pioneer Press
847-486-7320
DSherman@Suntimes.com
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized at ‘A Night of Stars’:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far and thank you to all the donors!
1 Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
2 Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
3 Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
4 Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
5 Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
6 Sasha Gerritson Theatre/opera tickets
7 Park Ridge Fire Department Fire Department goodies (t-shirts, totes, mug and key ring)
8 Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
9 Pickwick Theatre Movie passes
10 WineStyles Wine gift basket
11 You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting services
12 Erica's Jewelry Gift Certificates 20 at $25
13 Sun and Moon Yoga Studio Yoga package of 10 classes
14 Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Gift basket of 1 hour therapeutic massage & product
15 Ross E. Rubino, DDS Four Chicago Cubs tickets
16 Dominic's Kitchen Store $75 Cooking Class
17 Bredemann Car detailing package
Our fabulous entertainment will be ‘Nothing But Treble Octet’ and they’re wonderful!
Newsletter Ads Did you know that we sell ads in the Chamber’s monthly newsletter for just $25 per month for an 1/8 page size ad?
If you pre-pay for a whole year, its only $250 so you get 2 free months! We have just a couple spots available so it’s first come, first serve. Email me a pdf of your ad or business card and we’ll do the rest.
Retail Committee Quick Survey The Chamber started a Retail Committee this year. The Committee Chair is Linda Hills, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. We need your input (especially all the merchants and retail stores in Park Ridge!) – thank you to Kate Hall from the Library who created the survey. Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
Cell Phones for Soldiers
Drop Off Cell Phones for Soldiers: We’re still collecting old cell phones. District 64 will be collecting at the schools and dropping them off here at the Chamber as they did last year as part of their green initiative.
For every cell phone donated, a 60 minute phone card is sent to a military person overseas. It enables them to call home at no charge. As you can imagine, the need for the free phonecards is not decreasing. Please find all those old cell phones you don’t need, use or want any more and bring them in to the Chamber.
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
Renewals Please remember to pay your dues for 2010!
The Chamber is offering a new Platinum upgrade that gives you a lot more marketing for just $300 over your dues. Look for the flyer that explains the Platinum program. Thank you to these members who joined or renewed and upgraded to Platinum:
1. Accounteque Services Inc.
2. Aqua Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling
3. ATI Physical Therapy
4. barrett-TECH
5. Global Handmade Hope
6. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc
7. Park Ridge Community Fund
8. Perry’s Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering
9. Subway, 2618 Dempster Street
10. Unbound Technology
Mark your calendars for these Upcoming Chamber Events! January 1, 2010 Chamber offices closed for the New Year Holiday
January 8, 9:00am-10:30am Chamber Membership Committee Meeting. 720 Garden
January 14, 8:45-10:15am Technology Forum, 720 Garden – Moderator is Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, and this month’s topic is Security. Please drop in for this newly formed forum.
January 20, 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Breakfast Doubletree Hotel, 9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. $25 member $30 prospective member. Call the Chamber to make a reservation.
January 23, 5:30pm-11:00pm Installation & Awards Dinner, “A Night of Stars”, Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Ave. A magical evening as the new Chamber Board of Directors is installed, and the Community Stars are recognized! Local entertainment ‘Nothing But Treble Octet’, raffles and Silent Auctions. $65 per person. Opportunities to sponsor the event available.
January 28, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking. The Heritage of Des Plaines, 800 S. River Rd. Enjoy refreshments – no charge and all are welcome
January 29, 8:00am-9:30am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden Catherine Johns, speaker: Learn to use powerful hypnotic language to connect with your audience and help them really pay attention to what you say. Panera Bread catering breakfast. $10 member $15 prospective member. Call the Chamber to make your reservation.
February 4, 4:00pm – 6:30pm Multi Chamber Chocolate & Champagne Networking Event, 2855 N. Milwaukee Ave., Northbrook – Mingle with members of 12 local Chambers and network while you enjoy chocolate, champagne and light appetizers. Sponsorships and exhibit table opportunities available. $15 per attendee prior to 1/29. Call Chamber to RSVP.
Another Winner for Football Mania! The Football Mania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
week #13: Peter Donovan $20
week #14: Tom Olsen $20
Don’t you wish you bought a ticket???
Member News I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Outback Restaurant
Comfort Inn O’Hare
Oakton Ice Rink
Park Ridge Public Library
Technology MD
Subway, 2618 Dempster (across from Maine East HS)
New Traffic Laws – Be Aware & Be Careful! 2010 New Traffic Laws (Effective January 1, 2010)
625 ILCS 5/12-610.2(b)
A person may not operate a motor vehicle on a roadway while using an
electronic communication device to compose, send or read an electronic message.
625 ILCS 5/12-601.1 (e)
A person, regardless of age, may not use a wireless telephone at any
time while operating a motor vehicle on a roadway in a school
speed zone established under Section 11-605, or on a highway in a
construction or maintenance speed zone established under Section
11-605.1.
This subsection (e) does not apply to (1) a person engaged in a
highway construction or maintenance project for which a construction
or maintenance speed zone has been established, (2) a person using a
wireless telephone for emergency purposes, including, but not limited
to, law enforcement agency, health care provider, fire department, or
other emergency services agency or entity, (3) a law enforcement
officer or operator of an emergency vehicle when performing the
officer’s or operator’s official duties or (4) to a person using the
wireless telephone in a voice-activated mode.
New Year’s Kid Friendly Activities! KIDWINKS.com HELPS PARENTS FIND FAMILY FRIENDLY WAYS TO RING IN THE NEW YEAR
The year 2010 is approaching, and kidwinks.com is ready with free and easy access to the information parents need to plan for a Chicago area New Year’s Eve full of family fun. Many parents wish to ring in the New Year with their children, but learning about all of the
various ways to do that in the Chicago area hasn’t ever been easy until now. Kidwinks.com has researched all types of family friendly New Year’s Eve celebrations and brought them together in one easily searchable place. The kidwinks database lists over 50 options for families to enjoy this magical evening together, with balloon drops, magicians, face painters, fancy balls, fireworks and much more:
• Have big plans for an adult New Year’s Eve? No problem – kidwinks includes family New Year’s Eve celebrations the day before, and countdowns to noon the day of.
• Want an active family New Year’s Eve? Kidwinks has details on parties where families can skate, bowl, jump, dance, climb and more.
• Want to get away with your family? Kidwinks can direct you to family-centric packages at area water parks and hotels. For example, The Holiday Inn Select in Naperville is featuring a Family Fun New Year’s Eve package that includes overnight accommodations, dinner buffet for 4, 4 tickets live theater performance of High School
Musical, kids DJ dance party, games, activities, admission to High School Musical movie, countdown festivities and more.
• Want to drop off older kids or teens? Kidwinks has options for the older kids, too – even a lock-in overnight stay through the Des Plaines Park District where kids can enjoy games, music and dancing all night!
• Want to enjoy a festive meal with the family to ring in the New Year? Kidwinks lists those too! For example, Moretti’s Restaurant has multiple locations throughout the Chicago area offering several seating times with balloon drops, confetti, party favors and
kids video countdowns. For something more sedate, look to the kidwinks Kids Eat Free Calendar for options where kids can eat free or cheaply.
Kidwinks was developed specifically for parents of young children, giving them one portal to access the countless events and activities targeted to families; not just for New Year’s Eve, but for anytime.
www.kidwinks.com the site to know with kids in tow!
Affresco Italian Restaurant Join us as we RING IN THE NEW YEAR and CELEBRATE our 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!
December 31st, 2009
5pm - $35/Person 5-Course Dinner
7pm - $45/Person 5-Course Dinner, Champagne Toast
Children’s Dinner $15/Person (10 & Under)
9:30pm - $50/Person 6-Course Dinner, add $22 for Premium Open Bar Entertainment all night!
Please visit our web page for the complete menu.
www.affrescopizzeria.com
AFFRESCO PIZZERIA/LOUNGE, 11 N. Northwest Highway
Parking in the Rear – Enter off Prospect Avenue
Uncle Dan’s Pizza & Pub UNCLE DAN’S PIZZA & PUB at 27 South Northwest Highway
847-698-9800
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW
Don’t wait any longer. Book those Holiday Parties now!
Our space is filling up quickly, so please call us now to book your holiday event. Your boss, family and friends will be impressed with how perfectly your party was planned.
You can relax in a comfortable atmosphere, getting one of those rare opportunities to mingle over great drinks, delicious food and even better conversation.
Call us today at 847-698-9800 and let's get started!
The McTigue Group is Hiring! One of our Platinum members is looking for a Director of Recruiting. Email him for the job description:
Thomas J. Canale CLU, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
8600 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Suite 420N Chicago, IL 60631
Office: (773) 380-4025
Fax: (773) 380-4555
Email: tom.canale@nmfn.com
Website: www.tomcanale.com
Website: www.nmfn.com/canaledistrict
Fortune Magazine's Most Admired once again --- check out this link!
http://www.nmfn.com/siteassets/nmfnassets/html/index.htm
Vive! Therapeutic Massage 'Tis the Season of Good Will and Will to Feel Good! Vive! can help to give that priceless gift of Good Health. Time to put aside a gift for a loved one or yourself to melt away tightness form daily stress or gain relief from chronic pain.
Holiday and All Occasion Gift Certificates are now available. Employers, this is a great way to recognize your staff! Consider a gift certificate to recognize your employees this season OR talk to us about visiting your location for a special Recognition Event offering chair or table massages. 10% discount when you purchase a package of three massages.
Give us a ring today at 847-637-0002 or visit us at 1416 S. Canfield in Park Ridge. Vive! wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year!
The Perfect Dinner is Open for Business! The Perfect Dinner provides fresh-made, family favorite dinners ready to heat and eat. It's the perfect solution for busy families who want a high quality, wholesome dinner but don't have the time to cook it themselves. The Perfect Dinner has a rotating menu of main dish specials, along with homemade soups, salads and vegetables, available for carry-out or delivery without pre-ordering. All meals are fully cooked, then refrigerated, so they are ready to heat and eat in microwave or oven in the convenience of your own home. Meals come in three family sizes: small (2-3 servings), medium (4 servings) and large (6 servings).
The Perfect Dinner also offers quick catering for smaller or near term events, as well as full service catering at in-home events and outside venues.
Menus and more information are available at The Perfect Dinner, 6 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge (in the Pickwick building) or online at www.theperfectdinner.com. Hours of operation are 12-8 pm weekdays and 12-6 pm Saturdays. Deliveries begin at 4 pm weekdays and 3 pm Saturdays.
The Perfect Dinner looks forward to serving you!
St Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
Christmas Eve, Wed Dec 24th
4 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
10 p.m. Pre-Service music with choir, instrumentalists & organ
10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Christmas Day, Thursday Dec 25
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
Sunday, Dec 27th
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Watson Art Studio Watson Art Studio not only photographs portraits of your family and children but we also photograph business portraits and product photos.
If you own a business and need some promotional photography done that would include your business portrait and detail shots of some of your products, give Watson Art Studio a call. Imagine your professionally lit portrait taken in the environment of your own business and then beautiful detail photographs taken of some of the products that you so proudly sell. These images would be given to you, in a hi-res format, on a dvd for you to use in your own promotions or wall art for your place of business.
For a limited time only, the first five businesses that call to arrange a session will receive a 20% discount on their business photo package pricing. Sale ends January 31st. To arrange for a session or to call for a consultation on what we can provide you, call
847-269-1965 or e-mail me at: michaelwatson@watsonartstudio.com.
Remember, with Watson Art Studio, we bring the studio to you.
Kidwinks.com Kidwinks.com is looking for experienced sales people.
Responsibilities include:
setting up appointments
in-person sales presentations
follow-up with clients
Sales people are independent contractors working on 100% commission. All of the businesses that would be contacted are family-friendly businesses or businesses that cater to moms.
Interested parties please contact nina@kidwinks.com.
SAVE THE DATE! 2/20/2010
February 20, 2010
$28.00 for Adults * $22 for kids
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL. 60016,847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
Baked Mostaccioli * Baked Chicken * Pork Roast * Elks mixed greens
Butter Whipped Potatoes * Candied Carrots * Chocolate Sundae
Cash Bar * Special Kids Menu
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 payable to Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out! Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions. Go Wolves!
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc.: 847.768.9100
2. Affordable Interiors, Deborah Oberschelp: 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling: 847.459.7900
4. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
5. barrett-TECH, John Barrett: 847.823.1830
6. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
7. Falkor Group LLC: www.falkorgroup.com
8. Global Handmade Hope: 847.720.4084
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors: 773.588.4332
11. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
12. Leys, Kirsten; Prudential Financial Services: 847.627.3950
13. PC Medic Computer Repair, Jerry Flanagan: 847.299.5556
14. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
15. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. Dr. Dorothy Anasinski: 847.685.6686
16. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering, Nick Straub: 847-823-4422
17. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
18. Resurrection Health Care, Theresa Olson: 847.813.3210
19. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
20. Sebastian Co. Real Estate; Don Sebastian, Jr.: 847.823.3117
21. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services, Ann Witek: 847.692.3260
22. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster: 847.813.9552
23. The Exercise Coach, Chad Finney: 847.823.0035
24. The McTigue Financial Group, Tom Canale: 773.380.4025
25. Unbound Technology, Joshua Nichols: 847-235-4994
26. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, Lynda Tourloukis: 847.401.5787
27. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
28. You can be here!
Monday, December 14, 2009
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
Our weekend was filled with festive holiday and family events. There was so much going on! Hope you had a great weekend!
Check out the new store, Global Handmade Hope, that just opened in Park Ridge next to Jackie’s Nails on Touhy. The products are mostly imported from Africa and the women are paid a living wage and no child labor is used in any of the products. They have wonderful fabrics from Rwanda and jewelry and baskets and coffee and more! The owner is Cynthia Glensgard – please stop in a say hi (and buy something!).
Our Chamber will be participating in many Multi Chamber events throughout 2010 so when you’re signing up, I’d appreciate if you sign up through this Chamber as then we get a small profit on each sign-up. Thank you.
This is going to be another busy week so read on…
Dec 16 Luncheon
Wed
Outback Our December luncheon is this Wednesday, Dec. 16, and it’s going to be fun! I have special entertainment lined up that you’re going to love!
It’s the Chamber’s Holiday Luncheon and it will be full of fun and networking! You can bring a prize to raffle off. Bring plenty of your business cards to both network and to enter the Spotlight drawing for the front cover of the Chamber’s monthly newsletter! Only those at the luncheon have the opportunity to be a ‘Cover Girl/Boy’! One of the many incentives to attend our luncheons…
Our host, Rich Callahan, is offering a menu of appetizers in the bar area (cash bar available); chopped salad and choice from 3 entres: Grilled Salmon, Grilled Chicken or Grilled Sirloin with mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables – and cheese cake for dessert! All for just $25 if you reserve by today. $30 at the door and for Prospective Members .
Outback Restaurant, 8101 W. Higgins, Chicago
Susan Scatchell, Marketing/Community Liaison for A-Abiding Care, Inc., 233 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-698-1400
will be collecting goods for the Ronald McDonald House, Northside.
“They are in need of lysol, clorox cleaning wipes, paper towels, gift cards to Jewel, Target, Sam's Club, individually wrapped snacks and candy, canned soups and pastas and copy paper.” Says Susan.
The Ronald McDonald House Charities provides a home away from home for the families of children being treated at local hospitals.
Here’s who has rsvp’d so far:
1 Bert Adams Better Business Bureau
2 Karen Anderson Dental Auxiliary Placement Service, Inc
3 Lisa Arreguin Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique
4 Anna Basile Sun and Moon Yoga Studio
5 Bill Bialk Albar Products
6 Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design
7 Dorothy Brownstein Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
8 Lisa Campbell Willow Wellness Center
9 Cindy Clark Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
10 James Cone WSI We Simplify the Internet
11 Kane Connell Liberty Bank for Savings
12 Joanna Czapia Subway Store of Park Ridge
13 Dyan Dalesandro Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, P.C.
14 Mark Decker Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
15 Carol Delorin Park Ridge Community Fund
16 Thomas Dombro ING Advisors Network
17 Dave Donovan E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc
18 Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness
19 Kathleen Frey Pioneer Press Newspaper
20 Nancy Frimark Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
21 Barbara Hague Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
22 Gail Haller Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
23 Jim Hirsch Triblocal
24 Sara Hunsicker JCare Home Medical Supplies, Inc.
25 Karen Larsen Order My Gift
26 Jean Lemke Kidwinks.com
27 Jackie Mathews Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care
28 Rosemary Mulligan Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
29 Charlotte Ogorek Ogorek & Associates
30 Marcia Opal Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
31 Richard Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors
32 Sue Raap Rosewood Restaurant
33 Belinda Rosenberger Merrill Lynch
34 Rosemary
Sajovic
Journal & Topics Newspapers
35 Jeff
Scanlan
America's Sports Magician
36 Norm Schaetzlein Norman Printing Service
37 Dave Sherman Chicago Suntimes
38 Scott Shodil Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, P.C.
39 Pam Sullivan Regus Business Center
40 Cailin Sullivan Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
41 Nina Taluc Kidwinks.com
42 Anna Wasyliw Harris Park Ridge
43 Lauri Wilson Prospective Member
Business After Hours Thursday
Comfort Inn O’Hare
Our monthly networking Business After Hours this month is Thursday, Dec. 17, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Comfort Inn O’Hare, Touhy & River Rd, 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines.
Bring business cards to network! If you haven’t checked out this hotel, then please come and see that its been recently totally renovated!
RSVP to the Chamber so they know how much food and beverage to order!
Two Ribbon Cuttings this Week! There are 2 Grand Opening/Ribbon Cuttings this week! Mayor Dave Schmidt will be there as will Chamber Board member and Ambassadors – and you’re invited too!
Thursday – Technology MD, 350 S. Northwest Hwy, Suite 200 at 9 a.m. with Microsoft classes free throughout the day. Technology MD; A division of Heathcare Information Services. Open House December 17th 2009 9:00am - 1:00pm Agenda: 9:00am Ribbon Cutting with Mayor David Schmidt 9:00am - 11:00am Door Prizes, Networking, Refreshments 11:00am - 1:00pm Free Seminars, Door Prizes, Refreshments; Seminars in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Tips and Shortcuts
Friday - Subway, 2618 Dempster Street, across from Maine East High School. 9 a.m. Everyone is invited to celebrate!
New Technology Forum This morning was the first of the Technology Forums and we had 13 in attendance!
The forum discussed social networking and how businesses are using it to reach out to customers, prospects and other interested publics.
We discussed Facebook, LinkedIn and other sites. How people are using them and what is the value?
The forum was moderated by Ben Wilson, Co-Founder of Falkor Group LLC, an IT consultancy. The featured speaker this month was Rick Biagi, Intellectual Property attorney at Neal & McDevitt.
The next Technology Forum is scheduled Thursday, January 14, 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. You are invited! Here at 720 Garden.
January 23, 2010
‘A Night of Stars’
&
Installation of Chamber Board
&
Silent Auction
&
Entertainment by
Nothing But Treble Octet ‘A Night of Stars’ – Saturday, January 23, 2010
In January, the Chamber won’t have a luncheon because we’re having the annual dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. You should be receiving your invitations in the mail this week!
At the dinner, the new Chamber board of directors will be installed:
Executive Officers:
Dave Donovan, President
E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc.
847-692-9077
dave@coyneinsurance.com
Karen Anderson, Immediate Past President
Dental Auxiliary Placement Services, Inc.
847-696-1988
karen@daps-inc.com
Anna Wasyliw, Treasurer
Harris Park Ridge
847-692-6772
Anna.wasyliw@harrisbank.com
Jackie Mathews, President Elect
Rainbow Hospice
847-292-2353
jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
Gail Haller, Secretary
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
847-825-3121 Gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
Directors:
John Barrett, Director
Barrett-Tech
847-823-1830
john@barrett-tech.com
Curt Edlund, Director
Larsen and Edlund
847-692-7158
cedlund@larsenandedlund.com
Tom Dombro, Director
ING Advisors Network
847-292-9910
t.dombro@comcast.net
Linda Hills, Director
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
847-318-6801
hillschocolates@sbcglobal.net
Valerie Niskanen, Director
St. Matthew Center for Health
847-825-5531
valerie.niskanen@lssi.org
Deborah Oberschelp, Director
Affordable Interiors
312-909-1255
deborah@affordableint.com
Theresa Olson, Director
Resurrection Health Care
773-355-2823
theresa.olson@reshealthcare.org
Rick Pucci, Director
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
847-759-0055
rpucci@fscadvisor.com
Dave Sherman, Director
Pioneer Press
847-486-7320
DSherman@Suntimes.com
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized at ‘A Night of Stars’:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far and thank you to all the donars!
Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
Sasha Gerritson Theatre/opera tickets
Park Ridge Fire Department Fire Department goodies (t-shirts, totes, mug and key ring)
Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
Pickwick Theatre Movie passes
WineStyles Wine gift basket
You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting services
Erica's Jewelry Gift Certificates 20 at $25
Sun and Moon Yoga Studio Yoga package of 10 classes
Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Gift basket of 1 hour therapeutic massage & product
Ross E. Rubino, DDS Four Chicago Cubs tickets
I’m excited about our fabulous entertainment! Sasha Gerritson heads up an octet called ‘Nothing But Treble’ and they’re wonderful!
Women in Business At the Women in Business holiday luncheon, Suzann Wilson from Beadphoria brought in a gorgeous bracelet that she made and it was won by Susan Raap, Rosewood Restaurant, who said, “It is beautiful. And since I often wear black it is a perfect match with a good deal of my wardrobe.”
Suzann also teaches beading classes in addition to being published in several bead magazines! 847-470-1508
Retail Committee Quick Survey The Chamber started a Retail Committee this year. The Committee Chair is Linda Hills, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The Retail Committee sponsored AutumnFest and there are a lot of other projects to be undertaken but we need your input (especially all the merchants and retail stores in Park Ridge!)
Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
Several merchants will stay open until midnight this Friday with big sales. The event is called Midnight Madness.
Dominic’s Kitchen Store will stay open until midnight and will do something fun like a balloon pop for a discount on your purchase (up to 50% off). Plus we will be doing Buy 1 get 1 half off on all of our new specialty foods.
TeaLula is also participating – read below on her activities.
Cell Phones for Soldiers Cell Phones for Soldiers: We’re still collecting old cell phones.
For every cell phone donated, a 60 minute phone card is sent to a military person overseas. It enables them to call home at no charge. As you can imagine, the need for the free phonecards is not decreasing. Please find all those old cell phones you don’t need, use or want any more and bring them in to the Chamber.
For more information on the program, go to:
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
Renewals Please remember to pay your dues for 2010!
The Chamber is offering a new Platinum upgrade that gives you a lot more marketing for just $300 over your dues. Look for the flyer that explains the Platinum program. Thank you to these members who joined or renewed and upgraded to Platinum:
Accounteque Services Inc.
Aqua Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling
ATI Physical Therapy
barrett-TECH
Global Handmade Hope
K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc
Park Ridge Community Fund
Subway, 2618 Dempster Street
Mark your calendars for these Upcoming Chamber Events! December 16, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon Outback Steakhouse, 8101 W. Higgins Road, Chicago. Holiday luncheon, fun awards and festivities! Make this your holiday party for your staff!
December 17, 9:00am-9:30am Ribbon Cutting for Technology MD 350 S. Northwest Hwy. Suite 200, Park Ridge. Enjoy the ribbon cutting ceremony, and enjoy 20 minute seminars covering Excel, Word and PowerPoint from 11- 1.
December 17, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking Comfort Inn O'Hare; 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines. Network at the last BAH of the year – bring plenty of business cards!
December 18, 9:00 a.m. Subway, 2618 Dempster, Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting; Grand Opening all day Friday and Saturday! Come out and join the Mayor of Park Ridge, City Officials, Chamber Board and Ambassadors in celebrating this new business opening in Park Ridge!
December 22, 9:00am-10:00am Park Ridge Executive Network (PREN 2) Chamber Offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. The second group of PREN; leads and referral group within the Chamber with only one person per industry. Please call the Chamber at 847-825-3121 to see if your industry is available. No fee; included in your membership.
December 24 & 25 Chamber offices closed for the Christmas Holiday.
January 23, Saturday, Park Ridge Chamber “A Night of Stars” Dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. We’ll be honoring all our Community Stars and new board of directors! Silent Auction. ‘Here Comes Treble’ Octet performing
Better Business Bureau give Chamber an A+ Rating! Check out our newly obtained BBB (Better Business Bureau) Accreditation Business logo on the Chamber website: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
The Chamber is accredited as meeting BBB OnLine standards. By simply clicking on the logo, visitors to our website will be able to view the Chamber's Reliability Report which gives pertinent information about the Chamber and proves that we are adhering to the BBB Standards of Excellence. Our rating is A+.
Contact Bert Adams at 312-245-2518 or badams@chicago.bbb.org for more information about this accreditation program, it's merits and costs.
Another Winner for Football Mania! The FootballMania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
week #13: Peter Donovan $20
Member News I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Oakton Ice Rink
Park Ridge Public Library
Jason’s Deli (Monday nights, kids eat free!)
Global Handmade Hope
Affresco Italian Restaurant Join us as we RING IN THE NEW YEAR and CELEBRATE our 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!
December 31st, 2009
5pm - $35/Person 5-Course Dinner
7pm - $45/Person 5-Course Dinner, Champagne Toast
Children’s Dinner $15/Person (10 & Under)
9:30pm - $50/Person 6-Course Dinner, add $22 for Premium Open Bar Entertainment all night!
Please visit our web page for the complete menu.
www.affrescopizzeria.com
AFFRESCO PIZZERIA/LOUNGE, 11 N. Northwest Highway
Parking in the Rear – Enter off Prospect Avenue
TeaLula TeaLula, 11 S Fairview Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 823-TEAS sduda@tealula.com
During the holidays, the kettle is on:Sunday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Mon, Tue, Wed,Fri 9:30 am to 7:00 pm
Thur 9:30 am to 8:00 pm; Sat 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Holiday Hours
We've extended our hours through Christmas! Please visit us Sunday 11-3, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30-7, Thursday 9:30-8, and Saturday 9-5. (We will be closing at 1:00 pm on Christmas Eve.)
Great Christmas Gifts at TeaLula!
For a special tea connoisseur, the 12 Teas of Christmas includes herbals, rooibos, green teas and a variety of holiday black blends in a beautiful wood box. Six Teas Aplenty offers a smaller sampling of our best holiday blends. Customize a trio of teas with a personal message and the teas of your choosing. Each tin contains 20g of tea, enough for 10 cups. The quantities are limited, so please shop early!
Midnight Madness December 18
Midnight Madness, the most anticipated shopping event at TeaLula, is back this year! Stop by for a warm "cuppa" and pick up a last minute gift for the tea lover on your list. Enjoy live music from 7-9, sample our 12 Teas of Christmas, and find great bargains between 11:00 pm and 12:00 am.
Baked by Betsy Baking Classes Start your holiday gift giving with holiday packages from Baked by Betsy.
Four packages available to ship to your family, friends, college student or just because....
Cookie Box $25.00
20 assorted cookies (including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, snickerdoodle, and double chocolate) plus 3 holiday decorated cookies
Small Brownie Box $25.00
10 assorted brownies (including caramel, fudge, walnut, peanut butter and 7 layer bar) plus 2 holiday decorated cookies
Cookie/Brownie Box $28.00
10 assorted cookies
Includes chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, snickerdoodle, and double chocolate Plus six assorted brownies (including caramel, fudge, walnut, peanut butter and 7 layer bar)
Cookie & Snack Mix Box $25.00
1 bag caramel corn
1 bag snack mix
1 dozen assorted cookies
Ground shipping for each item is $9.95. Expedited shipping available for extra charge. Tax not included.
Home-made cookies and treats are the perfect way to give holiday cheer. Everything is made fresh with the finest ingredients every day onsite.
Baked by Betsy
Phone 847-292-1434
Classes do fill up quickly so call as soon as possible to register and guarantee a spot.
Uncle Dan’s Pizza & Pub UNCLE DAN’S PIZZA & PUB at 27 South Northwest Highway
847-698-9800
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW
Don’t wait any longer. Book those Holiday Parties now!
Our space is filling up quickly, so please call us now to book your holiday event. Your boss, family and friends will be impressed with how perfectly your party was planned.
You can relax in a comfortable atmosphere, getting one of those rare opportunities to mingle over great drinks, delicious food and even better conversation.
Call us today at 847-698-9800 and let's get started!
Jay Crowley Jay Crowley; Realtor; Keller Williams Realty Partners; 847-309-2433
LOCAL REALTOR® ACHIEVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION
Jay Crowley has been awarded the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) designation by the Seniors Real Estate Specialist Council of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR).
Jay Crowley joins more than 16,000 real estate professionals in North America who have earned the SRES® designation. All were required to successfully complete a comprehensive course in understanding the needs, considerations, and goals of real estate buyers and sellers aged 55 and older.
SRES Council, founded in 2007, is the world's largest association of real estate professionals focusing specifically on representing senior clients in real estate transactions. There are more than 16,000 active members of the organization world-wide. The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing more than 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
The McTigue Group is Hiring! One of our Platinum members is looking for a Director of Recruiting. Email him for the job description:
Thomas J. Canale CLU, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
8600 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Suite 420N Chicago, IL 60631
Office: (773) 380-4025
Fax: (773) 380-4555
Email: tom.canale@nmfn.com
Website: www.tomcanale.com
Website: www.nmfn.com/canaledistrict
Fortune Magazine's Most Admired once again --- check out this link!
http://www.nmfn.com/siteassets/nmfnassets/html/index.htm
Vive! Therapeutic Massage 'Tis the Season of Good Will and Will to Feel Good! Vive! can help to give that priceless gift of Good Health. Time to put aside a gift for a loved one or yourself to melt away tightness form daily stress or gain relief from chronic pain.
Holiday and All Occasion Gift Certificates are now available. Employers, this is a great way to recognize your staff! Consider a gift certificate to recognize your employees this season OR talk to us about visiting your location for a special Recognition Event offering chair or table massages. 10% discount when you purchase a package of three massages.
Give us a ring today at 847-637-0002 or visit us at 1416 S. Canfield in Park Ridge. Vive! wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year!
WSI – We Simplify the Internet With the growing popularity of social networks, companies are running the risk of losing control of their messaging and communications in today's digital age. Many have run into legal complications as a result of this complicated yet powerful communication method.
WSI has invited Lee Plave to conduct a webinar on "Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity". Lee counsels clients on the application of technology to franchise and distribution systems, including matters such as e-commerce, policies regarding data use and security, cybersquatting and domain name disputes, consumer complaint and social networking services.
If you intend to use social networks to build brand and customer engagement, you must know the best practices to avoid any legal implications.
We invite you to join us for this last webinar for 2009.
Title: Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 PM - 12:00 PM CDT
Registration Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/988448720
(Don't forget to put in my name, James Cone, to complete your registration).
James Cone, Internet Marketing Consultant, 847.430.6842
Technology MD We live in a world that is filled with data. Whether you gather it, or you receive data from some other sources, often we find ourselves swimming in numbers with no way to make sense of it.
Do you feel like your boss will not listen to your idea unless you "Prove it" to her? Do you have only 5 minutes to prove your point to a Board of Directors? Or do you just need to convince you wife to let you buy a Hummer H1 instead of a Prius? Picking the right data, understanding what form to present it in, knowing how to deliver bad news in an appropriate manner...etc. All of this and more is covered in our newest class offering
"Using Data to Communicate"
December 18th 2009 9:00am - 4:30 Class price is $250.00
Dont miss out on this great topic....Just in time to help you present your 2009 Year End figures.
Classes are offered in the Technology MD Training Center at 350 S Northwest Highway. Call 847-720-7034 or email cvachlin@technologymd.net to register or for more information about our classes and prices.
Perry Wein, Edward Jones: Toys for Tots Park Ridge Edward Jones Office Supports Toys for Tots Drive
Perry Wein, the local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year's toy drive.
Local residents may help needy children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 32 Main Street, Park Ridge, during regular business hours beginning November 30th.
"With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities," Wein said. "And as this is the season of giving, now is a great time to remember the less fortunate in our community."
Park Ridge Public Library The Park Ridge Public Library is also collecting Toys for Tots through December 16.
And you can pay your fines with food for the Maine Township Pantry!
The Perfect Dinner is Open for Business! The Perfect Dinner provides fresh-made, family favorite dinners ready to heat and eat. It's the perfect solution for busy families who want a high quality, wholesome dinner but don't have the time to cook it themselves. The Perfect Dinner has a rotating menu of main dish specials, along with homemade soups, salads and vegetables, available for carry-out or delivery without pre-ordering. All meals are fully cooked, then refrigerated, so they are ready to heat and eat in microwave or oven in the convenience of your own home. Meals come in three family sizes: small (2-3 servings), medium (4 servings) and large (6 servings).
The Perfect Dinner also offers quick catering for smaller or near term events, as well as full service catering at in-home events and outside venues.
Menus and more information are available at The Perfect Dinner, 6 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge (in the Pickwick building) or online at www.theperfectdinner.com. Hours of operation are 12-8 pm weekdays and 12-6 pm Saturdays. Deliveries begin at 4 pm weekdays and 3 pm Saturdays.
The Perfect Dinner looks forward to serving you!
St Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
Thursday, Dec 17th : Blue Christmas – An Advent Service of Prayer and Healing – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 20th: Advent IV – 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
3 p.m. – Christmas Pageant
Christmas Eve, Wed Dec 24th
4 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
10 p.m. Pre-Service music with choir, instrumentalists & organ
10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Christmas Day, Thursday Dec 25
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
Sunday, Dec 27th
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Watson Art Studio Watson Art Studio not only photographs portraits of your family and children but we also photograph business portraits and product photos.
If you own a business and need some promotional photography done that would include your business portrait and detail shots of some of your products, give Watson Art Studio a call. Imagine your professionally lit portrait taken in the environment of your own business and then beautiful detail photographs taken of some of the products that you so proudly sell. These images would be given to you, in a hi-res format, on a dvd for you to use in your own promotions or wall art for your place of business.
For a limited time only, the first five businesses that call to arrange a session will receive a 20% discount on their business photo package pricing. Sale ends January 31st. To arrange for a session or to call for a consultation on what we can provide you, call
847-269-1965 or e-mail me at: michaelwatson@watsonartstudio.com.
Remember, with Watson Art Studio, we bring the studio to you.
Kidwinks.com Kidwinks.com is looking for experienced sales people.
Responsibilities include:
setting up appointments
in-person sales presentations
follow-up with clients
Sales people are independent contractors working on 100% commission. All of the businesses that would be contacted are family-friendly businesses or businesses that cater to moms.
Interested parties please contact nina@kidwinks.com.
Cardinal Fitness Cardinal Fitness Announces Annual Toy Drive
During the month of December, Cardinal Fitness is hosting its annual toy drive to help local children in need celebrate the holiday season. Members of the community are encouraged to bring in new, unwrapped toys for all ages to help support this great cause. Cardinal Fitness fans can spread the work on Facebook (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitness ) or Twitter (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitnes ) to let fellow community members know how they can help this Holiday season. This year, toys donated to Cardinal Fitness will be delivered to organizations such as Toys for Tots, the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation and the Salvation Army. Those who wish to support these efforts should visit www.cardinalfitness.com for a list of locations.
About Cardinal Fitness
As one of the fastest growing health clubs in the Midwest, Cardinal Fitness has over forty participating locations in several states. Cardinal Fitness is committed to promoting health and fitness in its local communities, and makes it easy for busy families to incorporate health and fitness into their everyday lives. A supervised kid’s room is available at most locations for kids 6 months to 12 years old. Cardinal Fitness is known for its affordable month-to-month memberships with no long-term contracts, state-of-the-art equipment, and variety of amenities. Locations feature personal training, free equipment instruction, cardio and strength equipment, free weights, and tanning (where available).
SAVE THE DATE! 2/20/2010
February 20, 2010
COST IS $28.00 for Adults
$22 for kids
WRITTEN OUT TO the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL. 60016
847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
• Baked Mostaccioli
• Baked Chicken
• Pork Roast
• Elks mixed greens
• Butter Whipped Potatoes
• Candied Carrots
• Desert: Chocolate Sundae
• (Open Cash Bar)
• Special Kids Menu
There will be a photo op with local newspapers
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 in to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out!
Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions.
Go Wolves!
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc.: 847. 768-9100
2. Affordable Interiors, Deborah Oberschelp: 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling: 847.459.7900
4. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
5. barrett-TECH, John Barrett: 847.823.1830
6. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
7. Falkor Group LLC: www.falkorgroup.com
8. Global Handmade Hope: 847.720.4084
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors: 773.588.4332
11. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
12. Leys, Kirsten; Prudential Financial Services: 847.627.3950
13. PC Medic Computer Repair, Jerry Flanagan: 847.299.5556
14. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
15. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. Dr. Dorothy Anasinski: 847.685.6686
16. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
17. Resurrection Health Care, Theresa Olson: 847.813.3210
18. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
19. Sebastian Co. Real Estate; Don Sebastian, Jr.: 847.823.3117
20. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services, Ann Witek: 847.692.3260
21. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster: 847.813.9552
22. The Exercise Coach, Chad Finney: 847.823.0035
23. The McTigue Financial Group, Tom Canale: 773.380.4025
24. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, Lynda Tourloukis: 847.401.5787
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Check out the new store, Global Handmade Hope, that just opened in Park Ridge next to Jackie’s Nails on Touhy. The products are mostly imported from Africa and the women are paid a living wage and no child labor is used in any of the products. They have wonderful fabrics from Rwanda and jewelry and baskets and coffee and more! The owner is Cynthia Glensgard – please stop in a say hi (and buy something!).
Our Chamber will be participating in many Multi Chamber events throughout 2010 so when you’re signing up, I’d appreciate if you sign up through this Chamber as then we get a small profit on each sign-up. Thank you.
This is going to be another busy week so read on…
Dec 16 Luncheon
Wed
Outback Our December luncheon is this Wednesday, Dec. 16, and it’s going to be fun! I have special entertainment lined up that you’re going to love!
It’s the Chamber’s Holiday Luncheon and it will be full of fun and networking! You can bring a prize to raffle off. Bring plenty of your business cards to both network and to enter the Spotlight drawing for the front cover of the Chamber’s monthly newsletter! Only those at the luncheon have the opportunity to be a ‘Cover Girl/Boy’! One of the many incentives to attend our luncheons…
Our host, Rich Callahan, is offering a menu of appetizers in the bar area (cash bar available); chopped salad and choice from 3 entres: Grilled Salmon, Grilled Chicken or Grilled Sirloin with mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables – and cheese cake for dessert! All for just $25 if you reserve by today. $30 at the door and for Prospective Members .
Outback Restaurant, 8101 W. Higgins, Chicago
Susan Scatchell, Marketing/Community Liaison for A-Abiding Care, Inc., 233 N. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, IL 60068; 847-698-1400
will be collecting goods for the Ronald McDonald House, Northside.
“They are in need of lysol, clorox cleaning wipes, paper towels, gift cards to Jewel, Target, Sam's Club, individually wrapped snacks and candy, canned soups and pastas and copy paper.” Says Susan.
The Ronald McDonald House Charities provides a home away from home for the families of children being treated at local hospitals.
Here’s who has rsvp’d so far:
1 Bert Adams Better Business Bureau
2 Karen Anderson Dental Auxiliary Placement Service, Inc
3 Lisa Arreguin Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique
4 Anna Basile Sun and Moon Yoga Studio
5 Bill Bialk Albar Products
6 Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design
7 Dorothy Brownstein Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
8 Lisa Campbell Willow Wellness Center
9 Cindy Clark Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
10 James Cone WSI We Simplify the Internet
11 Kane Connell Liberty Bank for Savings
12 Joanna Czapia Subway Store of Park Ridge
13 Dyan Dalesandro Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, P.C.
14 Mark Decker Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
15 Carol Delorin Park Ridge Community Fund
16 Thomas Dombro ING Advisors Network
17 Dave Donovan E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc
18 Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness
19 Kathleen Frey Pioneer Press Newspaper
20 Nancy Frimark Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
21 Barbara Hague Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
22 Gail Haller Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
23 Jim Hirsch Triblocal
24 Sara Hunsicker JCare Home Medical Supplies, Inc.
25 Karen Larsen Order My Gift
26 Jean Lemke Kidwinks.com
27 Jackie Mathews Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care
28 Rosemary Mulligan Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
29 Charlotte Ogorek Ogorek & Associates
30 Marcia Opal Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
31 Richard Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors
32 Sue Raap Rosewood Restaurant
33 Belinda Rosenberger Merrill Lynch
34 Rosemary
Sajovic
Journal & Topics Newspapers
35 Jeff
Scanlan
America's Sports Magician
36 Norm Schaetzlein Norman Printing Service
37 Dave Sherman Chicago Suntimes
38 Scott Shodil Frost, Ruttenberg & Rothblatt, P.C.
39 Pam Sullivan Regus Business Center
40 Cailin Sullivan Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
41 Nina Taluc Kidwinks.com
42 Anna Wasyliw Harris Park Ridge
43 Lauri Wilson Prospective Member
Business After Hours Thursday
Comfort Inn O’Hare
Our monthly networking Business After Hours this month is Thursday, Dec. 17, 5 to 7 p.m. at the Comfort Inn O’Hare, Touhy & River Rd, 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines.
Bring business cards to network! If you haven’t checked out this hotel, then please come and see that its been recently totally renovated!
RSVP to the Chamber so they know how much food and beverage to order!
Two Ribbon Cuttings this Week! There are 2 Grand Opening/Ribbon Cuttings this week! Mayor Dave Schmidt will be there as will Chamber Board member and Ambassadors – and you’re invited too!
Thursday – Technology MD, 350 S. Northwest Hwy, Suite 200 at 9 a.m. with Microsoft classes free throughout the day. Technology MD; A division of Heathcare Information Services. Open House December 17th 2009 9:00am - 1:00pm Agenda: 9:00am Ribbon Cutting with Mayor David Schmidt 9:00am - 11:00am Door Prizes, Networking, Refreshments 11:00am - 1:00pm Free Seminars, Door Prizes, Refreshments; Seminars in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook Tips and Shortcuts
Friday - Subway, 2618 Dempster Street, across from Maine East High School. 9 a.m. Everyone is invited to celebrate!
New Technology Forum This morning was the first of the Technology Forums and we had 13 in attendance!
The forum discussed social networking and how businesses are using it to reach out to customers, prospects and other interested publics.
We discussed Facebook, LinkedIn and other sites. How people are using them and what is the value?
The forum was moderated by Ben Wilson, Co-Founder of Falkor Group LLC, an IT consultancy. The featured speaker this month was Rick Biagi, Intellectual Property attorney at Neal & McDevitt.
The next Technology Forum is scheduled Thursday, January 14, 8:45 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. You are invited! Here at 720 Garden.
January 23, 2010
‘A Night of Stars’
&
Installation of Chamber Board
&
Silent Auction
&
Entertainment by
Nothing But Treble Octet ‘A Night of Stars’ – Saturday, January 23, 2010
In January, the Chamber won’t have a luncheon because we’re having the annual dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. You should be receiving your invitations in the mail this week!
At the dinner, the new Chamber board of directors will be installed:
Executive Officers:
Dave Donovan, President
E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc.
847-692-9077
dave@coyneinsurance.com
Karen Anderson, Immediate Past President
Dental Auxiliary Placement Services, Inc.
847-696-1988
karen@daps-inc.com
Anna Wasyliw, Treasurer
Harris Park Ridge
847-692-6772
Anna.wasyliw@harrisbank.com
Jackie Mathews, President Elect
Rainbow Hospice
847-292-2353
jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
Gail Haller, Secretary
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
847-825-3121 Gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
Directors:
John Barrett, Director
Barrett-Tech
847-823-1830
john@barrett-tech.com
Curt Edlund, Director
Larsen and Edlund
847-692-7158
cedlund@larsenandedlund.com
Tom Dombro, Director
ING Advisors Network
847-292-9910
t.dombro@comcast.net
Linda Hills, Director
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
847-318-6801
hillschocolates@sbcglobal.net
Valerie Niskanen, Director
St. Matthew Center for Health
847-825-5531
valerie.niskanen@lssi.org
Deborah Oberschelp, Director
Affordable Interiors
312-909-1255
deborah@affordableint.com
Theresa Olson, Director
Resurrection Health Care
773-355-2823
theresa.olson@reshealthcare.org
Rick Pucci, Director
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
847-759-0055
rpucci@fscadvisor.com
Dave Sherman, Director
Pioneer Press
847-486-7320
DSherman@Suntimes.com
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized at ‘A Night of Stars’:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far and thank you to all the donars!
Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
Sasha Gerritson Theatre/opera tickets
Park Ridge Fire Department Fire Department goodies (t-shirts, totes, mug and key ring)
Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
Pickwick Theatre Movie passes
WineStyles Wine gift basket
You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting services
Erica's Jewelry Gift Certificates 20 at $25
Sun and Moon Yoga Studio Yoga package of 10 classes
Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Gift basket of 1 hour therapeutic massage & product
Ross E. Rubino, DDS Four Chicago Cubs tickets
I’m excited about our fabulous entertainment! Sasha Gerritson heads up an octet called ‘Nothing But Treble’ and they’re wonderful!
Women in Business At the Women in Business holiday luncheon, Suzann Wilson from Beadphoria brought in a gorgeous bracelet that she made and it was won by Susan Raap, Rosewood Restaurant, who said, “It is beautiful. And since I often wear black it is a perfect match with a good deal of my wardrobe.”
Suzann also teaches beading classes in addition to being published in several bead magazines! 847-470-1508
Retail Committee Quick Survey The Chamber started a Retail Committee this year. The Committee Chair is Linda Hills, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The Retail Committee sponsored AutumnFest and there are a lot of other projects to be undertaken but we need your input (especially all the merchants and retail stores in Park Ridge!)
Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
Several merchants will stay open until midnight this Friday with big sales. The event is called Midnight Madness.
Dominic’s Kitchen Store will stay open until midnight and will do something fun like a balloon pop for a discount on your purchase (up to 50% off). Plus we will be doing Buy 1 get 1 half off on all of our new specialty foods.
TeaLula is also participating – read below on her activities.
Cell Phones for Soldiers Cell Phones for Soldiers: We’re still collecting old cell phones.
For every cell phone donated, a 60 minute phone card is sent to a military person overseas. It enables them to call home at no charge. As you can imagine, the need for the free phonecards is not decreasing. Please find all those old cell phones you don’t need, use or want any more and bring them in to the Chamber.
For more information on the program, go to:
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
Renewals Please remember to pay your dues for 2010!
The Chamber is offering a new Platinum upgrade that gives you a lot more marketing for just $300 over your dues. Look for the flyer that explains the Platinum program. Thank you to these members who joined or renewed and upgraded to Platinum:
Accounteque Services Inc.
Aqua Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling
ATI Physical Therapy
barrett-TECH
Global Handmade Hope
K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc
Park Ridge Community Fund
Subway, 2618 Dempster Street
Mark your calendars for these Upcoming Chamber Events! December 16, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon Outback Steakhouse, 8101 W. Higgins Road, Chicago. Holiday luncheon, fun awards and festivities! Make this your holiday party for your staff!
December 17, 9:00am-9:30am Ribbon Cutting for Technology MD 350 S. Northwest Hwy. Suite 200, Park Ridge. Enjoy the ribbon cutting ceremony, and enjoy 20 minute seminars covering Excel, Word and PowerPoint from 11- 1.
December 17, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking Comfort Inn O'Hare; 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines. Network at the last BAH of the year – bring plenty of business cards!
December 18, 9:00 a.m. Subway, 2618 Dempster, Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting; Grand Opening all day Friday and Saturday! Come out and join the Mayor of Park Ridge, City Officials, Chamber Board and Ambassadors in celebrating this new business opening in Park Ridge!
December 22, 9:00am-10:00am Park Ridge Executive Network (PREN 2) Chamber Offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. The second group of PREN; leads and referral group within the Chamber with only one person per industry. Please call the Chamber at 847-825-3121 to see if your industry is available. No fee; included in your membership.
December 24 & 25 Chamber offices closed for the Christmas Holiday.
January 23, Saturday, Park Ridge Chamber “A Night of Stars” Dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. We’ll be honoring all our Community Stars and new board of directors! Silent Auction. ‘Here Comes Treble’ Octet performing
Better Business Bureau give Chamber an A+ Rating! Check out our newly obtained BBB (Better Business Bureau) Accreditation Business logo on the Chamber website: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
The Chamber is accredited as meeting BBB OnLine standards. By simply clicking on the logo, visitors to our website will be able to view the Chamber's Reliability Report which gives pertinent information about the Chamber and proves that we are adhering to the BBB Standards of Excellence. Our rating is A+.
Contact Bert Adams at 312-245-2518 or badams@chicago.bbb.org for more information about this accreditation program, it's merits and costs.
Another Winner for Football Mania! The FootballMania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
week #13: Peter Donovan $20
Member News I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Oakton Ice Rink
Park Ridge Public Library
Jason’s Deli (Monday nights, kids eat free!)
Global Handmade Hope
Affresco Italian Restaurant Join us as we RING IN THE NEW YEAR and CELEBRATE our 2 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!
December 31st, 2009
5pm - $35/Person 5-Course Dinner
7pm - $45/Person 5-Course Dinner, Champagne Toast
Children’s Dinner $15/Person (10 & Under)
9:30pm - $50/Person 6-Course Dinner, add $22 for Premium Open Bar Entertainment all night!
Please visit our web page for the complete menu.
www.affrescopizzeria.com
AFFRESCO PIZZERIA/LOUNGE, 11 N. Northwest Highway
Parking in the Rear – Enter off Prospect Avenue
TeaLula TeaLula, 11 S Fairview Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 823-TEAS sduda@tealula.com
During the holidays, the kettle is on:Sunday 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Mon, Tue, Wed,Fri 9:30 am to 7:00 pm
Thur 9:30 am to 8:00 pm; Sat 9:00 am to 5:00 pm
Holiday Hours
We've extended our hours through Christmas! Please visit us Sunday 11-3, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 9:30-7, Thursday 9:30-8, and Saturday 9-5. (We will be closing at 1:00 pm on Christmas Eve.)
Great Christmas Gifts at TeaLula!
For a special tea connoisseur, the 12 Teas of Christmas includes herbals, rooibos, green teas and a variety of holiday black blends in a beautiful wood box. Six Teas Aplenty offers a smaller sampling of our best holiday blends. Customize a trio of teas with a personal message and the teas of your choosing. Each tin contains 20g of tea, enough for 10 cups. The quantities are limited, so please shop early!
Midnight Madness December 18
Midnight Madness, the most anticipated shopping event at TeaLula, is back this year! Stop by for a warm "cuppa" and pick up a last minute gift for the tea lover on your list. Enjoy live music from 7-9, sample our 12 Teas of Christmas, and find great bargains between 11:00 pm and 12:00 am.
Baked by Betsy Baking Classes Start your holiday gift giving with holiday packages from Baked by Betsy.
Four packages available to ship to your family, friends, college student or just because....
Cookie Box $25.00
20 assorted cookies (including chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, snickerdoodle, and double chocolate) plus 3 holiday decorated cookies
Small Brownie Box $25.00
10 assorted brownies (including caramel, fudge, walnut, peanut butter and 7 layer bar) plus 2 holiday decorated cookies
Cookie/Brownie Box $28.00
10 assorted cookies
Includes chocolate chip, oatmeal raisin, sugar, snickerdoodle, and double chocolate Plus six assorted brownies (including caramel, fudge, walnut, peanut butter and 7 layer bar)
Cookie & Snack Mix Box $25.00
1 bag caramel corn
1 bag snack mix
1 dozen assorted cookies
Ground shipping for each item is $9.95. Expedited shipping available for extra charge. Tax not included.
Home-made cookies and treats are the perfect way to give holiday cheer. Everything is made fresh with the finest ingredients every day onsite.
Baked by Betsy
Phone 847-292-1434
Classes do fill up quickly so call as soon as possible to register and guarantee a spot.
Uncle Dan’s Pizza & Pub UNCLE DAN’S PIZZA & PUB at 27 South Northwest Highway
847-698-9800
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW
Don’t wait any longer. Book those Holiday Parties now!
Our space is filling up quickly, so please call us now to book your holiday event. Your boss, family and friends will be impressed with how perfectly your party was planned.
You can relax in a comfortable atmosphere, getting one of those rare opportunities to mingle over great drinks, delicious food and even better conversation.
Call us today at 847-698-9800 and let's get started!
Jay Crowley Jay Crowley; Realtor; Keller Williams Realty Partners; 847-309-2433
LOCAL REALTOR® ACHIEVES NATIONAL RECOGNITION
Jay Crowley has been awarded the Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES®) designation by the Seniors Real Estate Specialist Council of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR).
Jay Crowley joins more than 16,000 real estate professionals in North America who have earned the SRES® designation. All were required to successfully complete a comprehensive course in understanding the needs, considerations, and goals of real estate buyers and sellers aged 55 and older.
SRES Council, founded in 2007, is the world's largest association of real estate professionals focusing specifically on representing senior clients in real estate transactions. There are more than 16,000 active members of the organization world-wide. The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, “The Voice for Real Estate,” is America’s largest trade association, representing more than 1.3 million members involved in all aspects of the residential and commercial real estate industries.
The McTigue Group is Hiring! One of our Platinum members is looking for a Director of Recruiting. Email him for the job description:
Thomas J. Canale CLU, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
8600 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Suite 420N Chicago, IL 60631
Office: (773) 380-4025
Fax: (773) 380-4555
Email: tom.canale@nmfn.com
Website: www.tomcanale.com
Website: www.nmfn.com/canaledistrict
Fortune Magazine's Most Admired once again --- check out this link!
http://www.nmfn.com/siteassets/nmfnassets/html/index.htm
Vive! Therapeutic Massage 'Tis the Season of Good Will and Will to Feel Good! Vive! can help to give that priceless gift of Good Health. Time to put aside a gift for a loved one or yourself to melt away tightness form daily stress or gain relief from chronic pain.
Holiday and All Occasion Gift Certificates are now available. Employers, this is a great way to recognize your staff! Consider a gift certificate to recognize your employees this season OR talk to us about visiting your location for a special Recognition Event offering chair or table massages. 10% discount when you purchase a package of three massages.
Give us a ring today at 847-637-0002 or visit us at 1416 S. Canfield in Park Ridge. Vive! wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year!
WSI – We Simplify the Internet With the growing popularity of social networks, companies are running the risk of losing control of their messaging and communications in today's digital age. Many have run into legal complications as a result of this complicated yet powerful communication method.
WSI has invited Lee Plave to conduct a webinar on "Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity". Lee counsels clients on the application of technology to franchise and distribution systems, including matters such as e-commerce, policies regarding data use and security, cybersquatting and domain name disputes, consumer complaint and social networking services.
If you intend to use social networks to build brand and customer engagement, you must know the best practices to avoid any legal implications.
We invite you to join us for this last webinar for 2009.
Title: Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 PM - 12:00 PM CDT
Registration Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/988448720
(Don't forget to put in my name, James Cone, to complete your registration).
James Cone, Internet Marketing Consultant, 847.430.6842
Technology MD We live in a world that is filled with data. Whether you gather it, or you receive data from some other sources, often we find ourselves swimming in numbers with no way to make sense of it.
Do you feel like your boss will not listen to your idea unless you "Prove it" to her? Do you have only 5 minutes to prove your point to a Board of Directors? Or do you just need to convince you wife to let you buy a Hummer H1 instead of a Prius? Picking the right data, understanding what form to present it in, knowing how to deliver bad news in an appropriate manner...etc. All of this and more is covered in our newest class offering
"Using Data to Communicate"
December 18th 2009 9:00am - 4:30 Class price is $250.00
Dont miss out on this great topic....Just in time to help you present your 2009 Year End figures.
Classes are offered in the Technology MD Training Center at 350 S Northwest Highway. Call 847-720-7034 or email cvachlin@technologymd.net to register or for more information about our classes and prices.
Perry Wein, Edward Jones: Toys for Tots Park Ridge Edward Jones Office Supports Toys for Tots Drive
Perry Wein, the local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year's toy drive.
Local residents may help needy children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 32 Main Street, Park Ridge, during regular business hours beginning November 30th.
"With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities," Wein said. "And as this is the season of giving, now is a great time to remember the less fortunate in our community."
Park Ridge Public Library The Park Ridge Public Library is also collecting Toys for Tots through December 16.
And you can pay your fines with food for the Maine Township Pantry!
The Perfect Dinner is Open for Business! The Perfect Dinner provides fresh-made, family favorite dinners ready to heat and eat. It's the perfect solution for busy families who want a high quality, wholesome dinner but don't have the time to cook it themselves. The Perfect Dinner has a rotating menu of main dish specials, along with homemade soups, salads and vegetables, available for carry-out or delivery without pre-ordering. All meals are fully cooked, then refrigerated, so they are ready to heat and eat in microwave or oven in the convenience of your own home. Meals come in three family sizes: small (2-3 servings), medium (4 servings) and large (6 servings).
The Perfect Dinner also offers quick catering for smaller or near term events, as well as full service catering at in-home events and outside venues.
Menus and more information are available at The Perfect Dinner, 6 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge (in the Pickwick building) or online at www.theperfectdinner.com. Hours of operation are 12-8 pm weekdays and 12-6 pm Saturdays. Deliveries begin at 4 pm weekdays and 3 pm Saturdays.
The Perfect Dinner looks forward to serving you!
St Mary’s Church St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
Thursday, Dec 17th : Blue Christmas – An Advent Service of Prayer and Healing – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 20th: Advent IV – 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
3 p.m. – Christmas Pageant
Christmas Eve, Wed Dec 24th
4 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
10 p.m. Pre-Service music with choir, instrumentalists & organ
10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Christmas Day, Thursday Dec 25
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
Sunday, Dec 27th
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Watson Art Studio Watson Art Studio not only photographs portraits of your family and children but we also photograph business portraits and product photos.
If you own a business and need some promotional photography done that would include your business portrait and detail shots of some of your products, give Watson Art Studio a call. Imagine your professionally lit portrait taken in the environment of your own business and then beautiful detail photographs taken of some of the products that you so proudly sell. These images would be given to you, in a hi-res format, on a dvd for you to use in your own promotions or wall art for your place of business.
For a limited time only, the first five businesses that call to arrange a session will receive a 20% discount on their business photo package pricing. Sale ends January 31st. To arrange for a session or to call for a consultation on what we can provide you, call
847-269-1965 or e-mail me at: michaelwatson@watsonartstudio.com.
Remember, with Watson Art Studio, we bring the studio to you.
Kidwinks.com Kidwinks.com is looking for experienced sales people.
Responsibilities include:
setting up appointments
in-person sales presentations
follow-up with clients
Sales people are independent contractors working on 100% commission. All of the businesses that would be contacted are family-friendly businesses or businesses that cater to moms.
Interested parties please contact nina@kidwinks.com.
Cardinal Fitness Cardinal Fitness Announces Annual Toy Drive
During the month of December, Cardinal Fitness is hosting its annual toy drive to help local children in need celebrate the holiday season. Members of the community are encouraged to bring in new, unwrapped toys for all ages to help support this great cause. Cardinal Fitness fans can spread the work on Facebook (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitness ) or Twitter (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitnes ) to let fellow community members know how they can help this Holiday season. This year, toys donated to Cardinal Fitness will be delivered to organizations such as Toys for Tots, the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation and the Salvation Army. Those who wish to support these efforts should visit www.cardinalfitness.com for a list of locations.
About Cardinal Fitness
As one of the fastest growing health clubs in the Midwest, Cardinal Fitness has over forty participating locations in several states. Cardinal Fitness is committed to promoting health and fitness in its local communities, and makes it easy for busy families to incorporate health and fitness into their everyday lives. A supervised kid’s room is available at most locations for kids 6 months to 12 years old. Cardinal Fitness is known for its affordable month-to-month memberships with no long-term contracts, state-of-the-art equipment, and variety of amenities. Locations feature personal training, free equipment instruction, cardio and strength equipment, free weights, and tanning (where available).
SAVE THE DATE! 2/20/2010
February 20, 2010
COST IS $28.00 for Adults
$22 for kids
WRITTEN OUT TO the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL. 60016
847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
• Baked Mostaccioli
• Baked Chicken
• Pork Roast
• Elks mixed greens
• Butter Whipped Potatoes
• Candied Carrots
• Desert: Chocolate Sundae
• (Open Cash Bar)
• Special Kids Menu
There will be a photo op with local newspapers
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 in to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out!
Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions.
Go Wolves!
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc.: 847. 768-9100
2. Affordable Interiors, Deborah Oberschelp: 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling: 847.459.7900
4. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
5. barrett-TECH, John Barrett: 847.823.1830
6. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
7. Falkor Group LLC: www.falkorgroup.com
8. Global Handmade Hope: 847.720.4084
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors: 773.588.4332
11. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
12. Leys, Kirsten; Prudential Financial Services: 847.627.3950
13. PC Medic Computer Repair, Jerry Flanagan: 847.299.5556
14. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
15. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. Dr. Dorothy Anasinski: 847.685.6686
16. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
17. Resurrection Health Care, Theresa Olson: 847.813.3210
18. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
19. Sebastian Co. Real Estate; Don Sebastian, Jr.: 847.823.3117
20. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services, Ann Witek: 847.692.3260
21. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster: 847.813.9552
22. The Exercise Coach, Chad Finney: 847.823.0035
23. The McTigue Financial Group, Tom Canale: 773.380.4025
24. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, Lynda Tourloukis: 847.401.5787
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Monday, December 7, 2009
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
We’re decorating for Christmas! Our tree is up and decorated. We entertain the whole Haller family on Christmas Eve for dinner, gift exchange, and our fun white elephant event. And, with the light dusting of snow on the ground, “its beginning to look a lot like Christmas!”
Today is the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. My mother was born and raised on Oahu and was 8 years old at the time and remembers it very well – from an 8 year old’s perspective.
Although our Monthly Networking Luncheon is usually the 2nd Wednesday of the month, there are a few exceptions and December is one of them! Our luncheon will be on the 3rd Wed (Dec. 16 – next week) this month because our host, Rich Callahan, is on a Disney cruise with his family and returns this weekend.
This will be our Holiday Luncheon and it will be full of fun and networking! You can bring a prize to raffle off. Bring your business cards to network (and for the Spotlight drawing to be on the front cover of the Chamber’s monthly newsletter!). I have some fun things planned!
The menu will be appetizers in the bar area (cash bar available). A chopped salad and choice of 3 entres: Grilled Salmon, Grilled Chicken or Grilled Sirloin. Mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables – and cheese cake for dessert! All for just $25 if you reserve by this Friday. $30 at the door and for Prospective Members (have you noticed that’s my optimistic way of saying ‘nonmembers’??).
Here’s who is coming so far:
1 Karen Anderson Dental Auxiliary Placement Service, Inc
2 Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design
3 Dorothy Brownstein Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
4 Cindy Clark Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
5 Carol Delorin Park Ridge Community Fund
6 Kathleen Frey Pioneer Press Newspaper
7 Nancy Frimark Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
8 Barbara Hague Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
9 Gail Haller Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
10 Jim Hirsch Triblocal
11 Karen Larsen Order My Gift
12 Rosemary Mulligan Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
13 Sue Raap Rosewood Restaurant
14 Belinda
Rosenberger
Merrill Lynch
15 Rosemary Sajovic Journal & Topics Newspapers
16 Anna Wasyliw Harris Park Ridge
17 Lauri Wilson Prospective Member
In January, the Chamber won’t have a luncheon because we’ll be having the annual dinner instead on Saturday, January 23 at the Park Ridge Country Club.
We’ll install our new board:
Executive Officers:
Dave Donovan, President
E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc.
847-692-9077
dave@coyneinsurance.com
Karen Anderson, Immediate Past President
Dental Auxiliary Placement Services, Inc.
847-696-1988
karen@daps-inc.com
Anna Wasyliw, Treasurer
Harris Park Ridge
847-692-6772
Anna.wasyliw@harrisbank.com
Jackie Mathews, President Elect
Rainbow Hospice
847-292-2353
jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
Gail Haller, Secretary
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
847-825-3121 Gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
Directors:
John Barrett, Director
Barrett-Tech
847-823-1830
john@barrett-tech.com
Curt Edlund, Director
Larsen and Edlund
847-692-7158
cedlund@larsenandedlund.com
Tom Dombro, Director
ING Advisors Network
847-292-9910
t.dombro@comcast.net
Linda Hills, Director
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
847-318-6801
hillschocolates@sbcglobal.net
Valerie Niskanen, Director
St. Matthew Center for Health
847-825-5531
valerie.niskanen@lssi.org
Deborah Oberschelp, Director
Affordable Interiors
312-909-1255
deborah@affordableint.com
Theresa Olson, Director
Resurrection Health Care
773-355-2823
theresa.olson@reshealthcare.org
Rick Pucci, Director
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
847-759-0055
rpucci@fscadvisor.com
Dave Sherman, Director
Pioneer Press
847-486-7320
DSherman@Suntimes.com
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized and to refresh your memory, they are:
The following are the 2009 Community Star winners in each of the award’s categories:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge. Betty has served Park Ridge as city clerk for over 20 years and her positive impact on the local community is wide-spread in many organizations.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team. Leonard is an inspiring member of the community who works with children on the St. Andrews Rocketry Team which has been recognized by NASA.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center. John goes above and beyond with his work with many nonprofits and hopes the new Center creates strong ties among many area organizations.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School. Joshua is a highly regarded soccer player, high honor roll student and enthusiastic volunteer.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South. Kristen is an All-State recognized student athlete and an active member of the Principal’s Advisory Committee.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Linda is a dedicated member of the local business community, serving as chair of the Chamber’s Retail Committee and an active volunteer on communitywide events.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings. Kane is an active community member focused on making positive connections and serving Park Ridge residents of all ages. He has been active in local recycling efforts as well.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far:
Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
Park Ridge Community Church Theatre/opera tickets
Park Ridge Fire Department
Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
Pickwick Theatre Movie passes
WineStyles Wine gift basket
You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting services
Erica's Jewelry 20 Gift Certificates at $25
We are so fortunate to have local talent to entertain us! Sasha Gerritson heads up an octet called ‘Here Comes Treble’ and I heard them perform at the City Council meeting and was so impressed, I asked them to perform at our dinner! They sang ‘Mr Sandman’ and ‘Java Jive’ and it was amazing!
The Chamber started a Retail Committee this year. The Committee Chair is Linda Hills, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The Retail Committee sponsored AutumnFest and there are a lot of other projects to be undertaken but we need your input (especially all the merchants and retail stores in Park Ridge!)
Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
I haven’t written much about the Cell Phones for Soldiers program lately but we’re still collecting your old cell phones.
JoAnn Arnswald at mb Financial Bank has been my single biggest contributor of cell phone with District 64 running a close second!
For every cell phone donated, a 60 minute phone card is sent to a military person overseas. It enables them to call home at no charge. As you can imagine, the need for the free phonecards is not decreasing. Please find all those old cell phones you don’t need, use or want any more and bring them in to the Chamber.
I spent 5 ½ years in the Air Force and though I was stateside the entire time, I did go to military bases where I didn’t know anyone and it was sometimes very lonely. That was back before cell phones, email, phone cards - and long distance was expensive. My heart goes out to all our men and women serving our country – and their families who miss them so lets do what we can to help them stay in touch.
For more information on the program, go to:
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
Did you receive your invoice to renew your Chamber membership? I hope you feel you’re receiving more value than you’re paying in dues!
The Chamber is offering a new Platinum program that gives you a lot of marketing for an additional $300 over your dues. Look for the flyer that explains the Platinum program. Thank you to these members who both renewed and upgraded to Platinum:
Accounteque Services Inc.
Aqua Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling
barrett-TECH
Park Ridge Community Fund
K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc (new member!)
Subway, 2618 Dempster Street (new member joined today!)
December 11, Friday,8:45am-9:45am Park Ridge Executive Network PREN 1, Chamber offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. Leads & referral networking group. One person per profession.
December 14, Monday, 8:30am-10:00am New! Technology Forum, Chamber offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. Discussing technology in the business sector.
December 16, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon Outback Steakhouse, 8101 W. Higgins Road, Chicago. Holiday luncheon, fun awards and festivities! Make this your holiday party for your staff!
December 17, 9:00am-9:30am Ribbon Cutting for Technology MD 350 S. Northwest Hwy. Suite 200, Park Ridge. Enjoy the ribbon cutting ceremony, and enjoy 20 minute seminars covering Excel, Word and PowerPoint from 11- 1.
December 17, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking Comfort Inn O'Hare; 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines. Network at the last BAH of the year – bring plenty of business cards!
December 18, 9:00 a.m. Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting; Grand Opening all day Friday and Saturday! Come out and join the Mayor of Park Ridge, City Officials, Chamber Board and Ambassadors in celebrating this new business opening in Park Ridge!
December 22, 9:00am-10:00am Park Ridge Executive Network (PREN 2) Chamber Offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. The second group of PREN; leads and referral group within the Chamber with only one person per industry. Please call the Chamber at 847-825-3121 to see if your industry is available. No fee; included in your membership.
December 24 & 25 Chamber offices closed for the Christmas Holiday.
January 23, Saturday, Park Ridge Chamber “A Night of Stars” Dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. We’ll be honoring all our Community Stars and new board of directors! Silent Auction. ‘Here Comes Treble’ Octet performing
Better Business Bureau give Chamber an A+ Rating! You'll notice our newly obtained BBB (Better Business Bureau) Accreditation Business logo on the Chamber website: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
The Chamber is accredited as meeting BBB OnLine standards. By simply clicking on the logo, visitors to our website will be able to view the Chamber's Reliability Report which gives pertinent information about the Chamber and proves that we are adhering to the BBB Standards of Excellence.
You should do this too! The advantages of this accreditation are as follows: instills consumer confidence, promotes marketplace trust, provides a competitive edge and exposes your business to millions of consumers who are ready to buy. National surveys indicate that 98% of consumers are familiar with the BBB. Also, 7 out of 10 consumers say they would be more likely to buy from a BBB accredited business.
Contact Bert Adams at 312-245-2518 or badams@chicago.bbb.org for more information about this accreditation program, it's merits and costs.
The FootballMania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
Come to the Chamber to buy your ticket for just $20. 5 prizes left to win!
I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Indira Salon & Spa
Jason’s Deli
Park Ridge Juniors
Carlucci’s Rosemont
Hay Caramba!
Congratulations to Tracy and Doug Bell, owners of WineStyles, for their 2 year anniversary of WineStyles!
Congratulations to Joe Dydio and his wife who just had a baby boy!
December 15th: Kids Holiday Baking
December 18th: Ladies Baking Night Out
Do you have a young baker at home that might enjoy learning to bake in a real bakery? Or do you need some quick tips on how to prepare your dough for this holiday season. Ladies....come on out as a group and enjoy a special night just for you.
Date: December 15th @ Baked by Betsy
Time: 6-7:30 pm
Fee: $45
Girl with hat
Have your young baking enthusiast come learn two great Holiday cookie recipes. Plus, you'll take home two dozen cookies that they baked for your family to sample. Recipes will also be sent home for future baking. Ages 7 and up; Minimum 5 / Maximum 15 kids.
Reservations need to be prepaid and are nonrefundable within 48 hours of the class.
Ladies Baking Night Out @ Baked by Betsy
Date: December 18th
Time: 7-9 pm
Fee: $95
Cute Girl Baking
Come for a night of baking and drinks. We'll have wine, and bake 3 varieties of Holiday cookies and bars. You'll leave with a box full of cookies and a great night under your belt. Plus, you'll take home recipes to try on your own at home with your newly learned baking skills. Ask anyone who took this last year... it's a great night out.
Adults only; Minimum 6 / Maximum 15 adults. Reservations need to be prepaid and are nonrefundable within 48 hours of the class
Baked by Betsy
124 S Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
847-292-1434
Classes do fill up quickly so call as soon as possible to register and guarantee a spot.
Lifestyle Reward EVENT 2 : Wednesday, December 9th 11am - 6pm
Great Savings on AVEDA Products
10% saving on purchases up to $100
purchase over $100 - receive 15% savings
purchase over $150 - receive 20% savings
purchase over $200 - receive 25% savings
(excludes gift sets. **)
Give a Gift - Get a Gift
Purchase $100 in gift cards...get $20 gift card for yourself
Purchase $150 in gift cards...get $35 gift card for yourself
Purchase $200 in gift cards...get $50 gift card for yourself
(gift card must be redeemed by someone other than purchaser)
And much more!
Indira Salon & Spa, Phone: 847-698-0123
520 West Touhy Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068
www.indirasalonspa.com
'Tis the Season of Good Will and Will to Feel Good! Vive! can help to give that priceless gift of Good Health. Time to put aside a gift for a loved one or yourself to melt away tightness form daily stress or gain relief from chronic pain.
Holiday and All Occasion Gift Certificates are now available. Employers, this is a great way to recognize your staff! Consider a gift certificate to recognize your employees this season OR talk to us about visiting your location for a special Recognition Event offering chair or table massages. 10% discount when you purchase a package of three massages.
Give us a ring today at 847-637-0002 or visit us at 1416 S. Canfield in Park Ridge. Vive! wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year!
With the growing popularity of social networks, companies are running the risk of losing control of their messaging and communications in today's digital age. Many have run into legal complications as a result of this complicated yet powerful communication method.
WSI has invited Lee Plave to conduct a webinar on "Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity". Lee counsels clients on the application of technology to franchise and distribution systems, including matters such as e-commerce, policies regarding data use and security, cybersquatting and domain name disputes, consumer complaint and social networking services.
If you intend to use social networks to build brand and customer engagement, you must know the best practices to avoid any legal implications.
We invite you to join us for this last webinar for 2009.
Title: Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 PM - 12:00 PM CDT
Registration Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/988448720
(Don't forget to put in my name, James Cone, to complete your registration).
James Cone, Internet Marketing Consultant, 847.430.6842
We live in a world that is filled with data. Whether you gather it, or you receive data from some other sources, often we find ourselves swimming in numbers with no way to make sense of it.
Do you feel like your boss will not listen to your idea unless you "Prove it" to her?
Do you have only 5 minutes to prove your point to a Board of Directors?
Or do you just need to convince you wife to let you buy a Hummer H1 instead of a Prius?
Picking the right data, understanding what form to present it in, knowing how to deliver bad news in an appropriate manner...etc.
All of this and more is covered in our newest class offering
"Using Data to Communicate"
December 18th 2009 9:00am - 4:30 Class price is $250.00
Dont miss out on this great topic....Just in time to help you present your 2009 Year End figures.
Classes are offered in the Technology MD Training Center at 350 S Northwest Highway. Call 847-720-7034 or email cvachlin@technologymd.net to register or for more information about our classes and prices.
Park Ridge Edward Jones Office Supports Toys for Tots Drive
Perry Wein, the local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year's toy drive.
Local residents may help needy children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 32 Main Street, Park Ridge, during regular business hours beginning November 30th.
"With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities," Wein said. "And as this is the season of giving, now is a great time to remember the less fortunate in our community."
The Park Ridge Public Library is also collecting Toys for Tots through December 16.
And you can pay your fines with food for the Maine Township Pantry!
Park Ridge Hysterical Society
Join us...
Put the Happy in your Holiday by joining us this week. How are your holidays going so far? Is there Jolly in your Holly? Is there ho ho in your Mistletoe? We will be decorating everything in site with laughter!
On the Second Week of Laughter ...
the 30 Days of Laughter Challenge
Join us for our Weekly Meeting:
The Park Ridge Plaza Building
1st Floor Conference Room
350 S. Northwest Hwy
Park Ridge, IL
Tuesday December 8 from 7 - 8pm
Note the doors lock so please use the phone number provided on the door to gain access...
Join us for the Jolly,
Lynda, Sam, and Susan your Laughter Leader Trio!
Questions?
www.ParkRidgeLaughter.com (847) 401-5787
TriPilates invites you to experience something a little different.
Bring your mindful Pilates awareness to a MEDITATION WORKSHOP brought to you by Dorothy Falkiewicz. Many of you know her through holistic meet-ups, presentations about organics, healing alternatives, and group meditations. Dorothy has described this as a meditation in "letting go - a guided, healing meditation." All are welcome. Please RSVP for meditation workshop at info@tripilates.com or call (847) 698-6338. LETTING GO (a guided, healing meditation) on Sunday, December 13 from 12-2 pm (actual meditation is about an hour)
$20. Why wait until the New Year to commit? Start now and enjoy feeling great! HOLIDAY BOOT CAMP REGISTRATION OPEN NOW! Pilates gets results, and gets results fast. This hour long intense workout combines the key principles of Pilates core stability and the traditional style of Boot Camp training. Favorite stations include the jump board, low chair, leg springs, and core mat work, including planks and squats. T, Th 8:30 am Sat 7 am $75 for Weekly Boot Camp (T, Th, Sat) $30 for Single Boot Camp session
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ONLINE (or we can print you one at the studio) www.tripilates.com Gratefully, Debbie Harris, PMA Pilates Certified Instructor,TriPilates, LLC, owner
Park Ridge Chamber, Member
Coats for Kids.
Park Ridge Rotary recently purchased coats for needy local children from Operation Warm. Shown Rich Lalley of Operation Warm delivered the first shipment of coats to Janet Ogle and Tracy Banks of the Center of Concern. From there the coats will be given to local children in need of warm coat for winter just in time for the holidays.
If you would like to help with programs such as Coats for Kids, Park Ridge Rotary currently has a Citrus Fundraiser. Orders can be placed online at www.parkridgerotary.com or calling Rotary Citrus Hotline at 847-655-1580.
The Rotary Web site is a secure site for credit card purchases.
UNCLE DAN'S PIZZA & PUB HAPPY HOLIDAYS BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW!
It's time to start booking those Holiday Parties now!
Our space is filling up quickly, so in order to avoid the December rush, please call us now to book your holiday event. Your boss, family and friends will be impressed with how perfectly your party was planned.
You can relax in a comfortable atmosphere, getting one of those rare opportunities to mingle over great drinks, delicious food and even better conversation.
Call us today at 847-698-9800 and let's get started!
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Uncle Dan's Pizza and Pub
27 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge
www.uncledanspizzaandpub.com
847-698-9800
The Perfect Dinner provides fresh-made, family favorite dinners ready to heat and eat. It's the perfect solution for busy families who want a high quality, wholesome dinner but don't have the time to cook it themselves. The Perfect Dinner has a rotating menu of main dish specials, along with homemade soups, salads and vegetables, available for carry-out or delivery without pre-ordering. All meals are fully cooked, then refrigerated, so they are ready to heat and eat in microwave or oven in the convenience of your own home. Meals come in three family sizes: small (2-3 servings), medium (4 servings) and large (6 servings).
The Perfect Dinner also offers quick catering for smaller or near term events, as well as full service catering at in-home events and outside venues.
Menus and more information are available at The Perfect Dinner, 6 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge (in the Pickwick building) or online at www.theperfectdinner.com. Hours of operation are 12-8 pm weekdays and 12-6 pm Saturdays. Deliveries begin at 4 pm weekdays and 3 pm Saturdays.
The Perfect Dinner looks forward to serving you!
THE SUMMIT OF UPTOWN
invites you to a HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE with SANTA
Saturday, December 12, 2009
9-11am
$5 for adults--$3 children under 6
Enjoy a bountiful and delicious Breakfast Brunch
Santa will be here to visit with children from 9am
Enjoy the carols of the Maine South Chorus
FREE toys for good boys & girls
RSVP to 847-825-1161 x129 by December 10th
HELP THE HOMELESS
Please bring NEW warm hats, gloves, scarves, socks, travel size toiletries and small snacks. We’ll fill shoeboxes, wrap them, and with the help of the Guild at St. Paul of the Cross make someone’s Christmas more blessed.
10 N. Summit (at Touhy) Park Ridge
Parking available in Summit’s garage, the Park Ridge Library lot and the Uptown garage across the street
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
Sunday, Dec 13th : Advent III – 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II (Bishop’s Visit)
Thursday, Dec 17th : Blue Christmas – An Advent Service of Prayer and Healing – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 20th: Advent IV – 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
3 p.m. – Christmas Pageant
Christmas Eve, Wed Dec 24th
4 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
10 p.m. Pre-Service music with choir, instrumentalists & organ
10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Christmas Day, Thursday Dec 25
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
Sunday, Dec 27th
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Watson Art Studio not only photographs portraits of your family and children but we also photograph business portraits and product photos.
If you own a business and need some promotional photography done that would include your business portrait and detail shots of some of your products, give Watson Art Studio a call. Imagine your professionally lit portrait taken in the environment of your own business and then beautiful detail photographs taken of some of the products that you so proudly sell. These images would be given to you, in a hi-res format, on a dvd for you to use in your own promotions or wall art for your place of business.
For a limited time only, the first five businesses that call to arrange a session will receive a 20% discount on their business photo package pricing. Sale ends January 31st. To arrange for a session or to call for a consultation on what we can provide you, call
847-269-1965 or e-mail me at: michaelwatson@watsonartstudio.com.
Remember, with Watson Art Studio, we bring the studio to you.
Kidwinks.com is looking for experienced sales people.
Responsibilities include:
setting up appointments
in-person sales presentations
follow-up with clients
Sales people are independent contractors working on 100% commission. All of the businesses that would be contacted are family-friendly businesses or businesses that cater to moms.
Interested parties please contact nina@kidwinks.com.
Cardinal Fitness Announces Annual Toy Drive
During the month of December, Cardinal Fitness is hosting its annual toy drive to help local children in need celebrate the holiday season. Members of the community are encouraged to bring in new, unwrapped toys for all ages to help support this great cause. Cardinal Fitness fans can spread the work on Facebook (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitness ) or Twitter (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitnes ) to let fellow community members know how they can help this Holiday season. This year, toys donated to Cardinal Fitness will be delivered to organizations such as Toys for Tots, the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation and the Salvation Army. Those who wish to support these efforts should visit www.cardinalfitness.com for a list of locations.
About Cardinal Fitness
As one of the fastest growing health clubs in the Midwest, Cardinal Fitness has over forty participating locations in several states. Cardinal Fitness is committed to promoting health and fitness in its local communities, and makes it easy for busy families to incorporate health and fitness into their everyday lives. A supervised kid’s room is available at most locations for kids 6 months to 12 years old. Cardinal Fitness is known for its affordable month-to-month memberships with no long-term contracts, state-of-the-art equipment, and variety of amenities. Locations feature personal training, free equipment instruction, cardio and strength equipment, free weights, and tanning (where available).
February 20, 2010
COST IS $28.00 for Adults
$22 for kids
WRITTEN OUT TO the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL. 60016
847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
• Baked Mostaccioli
• Baked Chicken
• Pork Roast
• Elks mixed greens
• Butter Whipped Potatoes
• Candied Carrots
• Desert: Chocolate Sundae
• (Open Cash Bar)
• Special Kids Menu
There will be a photo op with local newspapers
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 in to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out!
Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions.
Go Wolves!
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc. - 847. 768-9100
2. Affordable Interiors - Deborah Oberschelp 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling - 847-459-7900
4. barrett-TECH - John Barrett 847.823.1830
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge - 847.318.7550
6. Falkor Group LLC - www.falkorgroup.com
7. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling - 847.824.4336
8. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors - 773-588-4332
9. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc
10. Leys, Kirsten - Prudential Financial Services 847.627.3950
11. PC Medic Computer Repair - Jerry Flanagan 847.299.5556
12. Park Ridge Community Fund - 847.825.5311
13. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. – Dr. Dorothy Anasinski 847-685-6686
14. Resurrection Health Care - Theresa Olson 847.813.3210
15. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
16. Sebastian Co. Real Estate - Don Sebastian, Jr. 847.823.3117
17. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services - Ann Witek 847.692.3260
18. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster – 847-813-9552
19. The Exercise Coach - Chad Finney 847.823.0035
20. The McTigue Financial Group - Tom Canale 773.380.4025
21. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services - Lynda Tourloukis 847.401.5787
22. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling - 847-696-0477
You can be here!
Today is the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor. My mother was born and raised on Oahu and was 8 years old at the time and remembers it very well – from an 8 year old’s perspective.
Although our Monthly Networking Luncheon is usually the 2nd Wednesday of the month, there are a few exceptions and December is one of them! Our luncheon will be on the 3rd Wed (Dec. 16 – next week) this month because our host, Rich Callahan, is on a Disney cruise with his family and returns this weekend.
This will be our Holiday Luncheon and it will be full of fun and networking! You can bring a prize to raffle off. Bring your business cards to network (and for the Spotlight drawing to be on the front cover of the Chamber’s monthly newsletter!). I have some fun things planned!
The menu will be appetizers in the bar area (cash bar available). A chopped salad and choice of 3 entres: Grilled Salmon, Grilled Chicken or Grilled Sirloin. Mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables – and cheese cake for dessert! All for just $25 if you reserve by this Friday. $30 at the door and for Prospective Members (have you noticed that’s my optimistic way of saying ‘nonmembers’??).
Here’s who is coming so far:
1 Karen Anderson Dental Auxiliary Placement Service, Inc
2 Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design
3 Dorothy Brownstein Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
4 Cindy Clark Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
5 Carol Delorin Park Ridge Community Fund
6 Kathleen Frey Pioneer Press Newspaper
7 Nancy Frimark Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
8 Barbara Hague Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
9 Gail Haller Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
10 Jim Hirsch Triblocal
11 Karen Larsen Order My Gift
12 Rosemary Mulligan Rosemary Mulligan State Representative
13 Sue Raap Rosewood Restaurant
14 Belinda
Rosenberger
Merrill Lynch
15 Rosemary Sajovic Journal & Topics Newspapers
16 Anna Wasyliw Harris Park Ridge
17 Lauri Wilson Prospective Member
In January, the Chamber won’t have a luncheon because we’ll be having the annual dinner instead on Saturday, January 23 at the Park Ridge Country Club.
We’ll install our new board:
Executive Officers:
Dave Donovan, President
E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc.
847-692-9077
dave@coyneinsurance.com
Karen Anderson, Immediate Past President
Dental Auxiliary Placement Services, Inc.
847-696-1988
karen@daps-inc.com
Anna Wasyliw, Treasurer
Harris Park Ridge
847-692-6772
Anna.wasyliw@harrisbank.com
Jackie Mathews, President Elect
Rainbow Hospice
847-292-2353
jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
Gail Haller, Secretary
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
847-825-3121 Gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
Directors:
John Barrett, Director
Barrett-Tech
847-823-1830
john@barrett-tech.com
Curt Edlund, Director
Larsen and Edlund
847-692-7158
cedlund@larsenandedlund.com
Tom Dombro, Director
ING Advisors Network
847-292-9910
t.dombro@comcast.net
Linda Hills, Director
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
847-318-6801
hillschocolates@sbcglobal.net
Valerie Niskanen, Director
St. Matthew Center for Health
847-825-5531
valerie.niskanen@lssi.org
Deborah Oberschelp, Director
Affordable Interiors
312-909-1255
deborah@affordableint.com
Theresa Olson, Director
Resurrection Health Care
773-355-2823
theresa.olson@reshealthcare.org
Rick Pucci, Director
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
847-759-0055
rpucci@fscadvisor.com
Dave Sherman, Director
Pioneer Press
847-486-7320
DSherman@Suntimes.com
The Community Stars will be awarded, honored and recognized and to refresh your memory, they are:
The following are the 2009 Community Star winners in each of the award’s categories:
• Government: Betty Henneman, City Clerk for Park Ridge. Betty has served Park Ridge as city clerk for over 20 years and her positive impact on the local community is wide-spread in many organizations.
• School: Leonard Johnson, Fire Fighter and volunteer coordinator for St. Andrews rocket team. Leonard is an inspiring member of the community who works with children on the St. Andrews Rocketry Team which has been recognized by NASA.
• Non Profit: John Sasser, volunteer and purchaser of the building for the Park Ridge Non-Profit Center. John goes above and beyond with his work with many nonprofits and hopes the new Center creates strong ties among many area organizations.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Joshua Swoboda of Maine East High School. Joshua is a highly regarded soccer player, high honor roll student and enthusiastic volunteer.
• Outstanding Youth of Today: Kristen Zillmer of Maine South. Kristen is an All-State recognized student athlete and an active member of the Principal’s Advisory Committee.
• Small Business: Linda Hills, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Linda is a dedicated member of the local business community, serving as chair of the Chamber’s Retail Committee and an active volunteer on communitywide events.
• Large Business: Kane Connell, Liberty Bank for Savings. Kane is an active community member focused on making positive connections and serving Park Ridge residents of all ages. He has been active in local recycling efforts as well.
Please consider donating an item for the Silent Auction. Here who has donated so far:
Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services One-hour massage
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Mykonos 2005"
Frame Gallery of Park Ridge Michael Adams framed photo "Bahamas 2003"
Indira Salon & Spa Gift Certificate & Product
Mayor Dave Schmidt Dinner with Mayor for two at Chamber Member Restaurant
Park Ridge Community Church Theatre/opera tickets
Park Ridge Fire Department
Park Ridge Police Department A three hour ride-a-long with a Park Ridge Police Officer, a tour of the police station and lunch or dinner with Chief Kaminski
Pickwick Theatre Movie passes
WineStyles Wine gift basket
You Can Say...Yes! Motivational Guidance Services Consulting services
Erica's Jewelry 20 Gift Certificates at $25
We are so fortunate to have local talent to entertain us! Sasha Gerritson heads up an octet called ‘Here Comes Treble’ and I heard them perform at the City Council meeting and was so impressed, I asked them to perform at our dinner! They sang ‘Mr Sandman’ and ‘Java Jive’ and it was amazing!
The Chamber started a Retail Committee this year. The Committee Chair is Linda Hills, owner of Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The Retail Committee sponsored AutumnFest and there are a lot of other projects to be undertaken but we need your input (especially all the merchants and retail stores in Park Ridge!)
Can you take a moment to take a short survey please?
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/ZNQJ5S9
I haven’t written much about the Cell Phones for Soldiers program lately but we’re still collecting your old cell phones.
JoAnn Arnswald at mb Financial Bank has been my single biggest contributor of cell phone with District 64 running a close second!
For every cell phone donated, a 60 minute phone card is sent to a military person overseas. It enables them to call home at no charge. As you can imagine, the need for the free phonecards is not decreasing. Please find all those old cell phones you don’t need, use or want any more and bring them in to the Chamber.
I spent 5 ½ years in the Air Force and though I was stateside the entire time, I did go to military bases where I didn’t know anyone and it was sometimes very lonely. That was back before cell phones, email, phone cards - and long distance was expensive. My heart goes out to all our men and women serving our country – and their families who miss them so lets do what we can to help them stay in touch.
For more information on the program, go to:
www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com
Did you receive your invoice to renew your Chamber membership? I hope you feel you’re receiving more value than you’re paying in dues!
The Chamber is offering a new Platinum program that gives you a lot of marketing for an additional $300 over your dues. Look for the flyer that explains the Platinum program. Thank you to these members who both renewed and upgraded to Platinum:
Accounteque Services Inc.
Aqua Plumbing, Heating, & Cooling
barrett-TECH
Park Ridge Community Fund
K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc (new member!)
Subway, 2618 Dempster Street (new member joined today!)
December 11, Friday,8:45am-9:45am Park Ridge Executive Network PREN 1, Chamber offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. Leads & referral networking group. One person per profession.
December 14, Monday, 8:30am-10:00am New! Technology Forum, Chamber offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. Discussing technology in the business sector.
December 16, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon Outback Steakhouse, 8101 W. Higgins Road, Chicago. Holiday luncheon, fun awards and festivities! Make this your holiday party for your staff!
December 17, 9:00am-9:30am Ribbon Cutting for Technology MD 350 S. Northwest Hwy. Suite 200, Park Ridge. Enjoy the ribbon cutting ceremony, and enjoy 20 minute seminars covering Excel, Word and PowerPoint from 11- 1.
December 17, 5:00pm-7:00pm Business After Hours Networking Comfort Inn O'Hare; 2175 E. Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines. Network at the last BAH of the year – bring plenty of business cards!
December 18, 9:00 a.m. Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting; Grand Opening all day Friday and Saturday! Come out and join the Mayor of Park Ridge, City Officials, Chamber Board and Ambassadors in celebrating this new business opening in Park Ridge!
December 22, 9:00am-10:00am Park Ridge Executive Network (PREN 2) Chamber Offices, 720 Garden St. Park Ridge. The second group of PREN; leads and referral group within the Chamber with only one person per industry. Please call the Chamber at 847-825-3121 to see if your industry is available. No fee; included in your membership.
December 24 & 25 Chamber offices closed for the Christmas Holiday.
January 23, Saturday, Park Ridge Chamber “A Night of Stars” Dinner at the Park Ridge Country Club. We’ll be honoring all our Community Stars and new board of directors! Silent Auction. ‘Here Comes Treble’ Octet performing
Better Business Bureau give Chamber an A+ Rating! You'll notice our newly obtained BBB (Better Business Bureau) Accreditation Business logo on the Chamber website: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
The Chamber is accredited as meeting BBB OnLine standards. By simply clicking on the logo, visitors to our website will be able to view the Chamber's Reliability Report which gives pertinent information about the Chamber and proves that we are adhering to the BBB Standards of Excellence.
You should do this too! The advantages of this accreditation are as follows: instills consumer confidence, promotes marketplace trust, provides a competitive edge and exposes your business to millions of consumers who are ready to buy. National surveys indicate that 98% of consumers are familiar with the BBB. Also, 7 out of 10 consumers say they would be more likely to buy from a BBB accredited business.
Contact Bert Adams at 312-245-2518 or badams@chicago.bbb.org for more information about this accreditation program, it's merits and costs.
The FootballMania 17 Week 2009 winners to date are as follows:
week #1: Pat Hennessy, $100
week #2 Debi Jordan, $20
week #3 Judy Matz, $20
week #4: Jesse Wallace, $20
week #5: Henry Thiele, $20
week #6: Dave Matkovic $20
week #7: Christopher Wallace $20
week #8: Larry Monno $20
week #9: Vernon Olson $25
week #10: Mary Kalou $20
week #11: Janice Jettner $20
week #12: Theresa Olson $100
Come to the Chamber to buy your ticket for just $20. 5 prizes left to win!
I recently visited the following Chamber members:
Indira Salon & Spa
Jason’s Deli
Park Ridge Juniors
Carlucci’s Rosemont
Hay Caramba!
Congratulations to Tracy and Doug Bell, owners of WineStyles, for their 2 year anniversary of WineStyles!
Congratulations to Joe Dydio and his wife who just had a baby boy!
December 15th: Kids Holiday Baking
December 18th: Ladies Baking Night Out
Do you have a young baker at home that might enjoy learning to bake in a real bakery? Or do you need some quick tips on how to prepare your dough for this holiday season. Ladies....come on out as a group and enjoy a special night just for you.
Date: December 15th @ Baked by Betsy
Time: 6-7:30 pm
Fee: $45
Girl with hat
Have your young baking enthusiast come learn two great Holiday cookie recipes. Plus, you'll take home two dozen cookies that they baked for your family to sample. Recipes will also be sent home for future baking. Ages 7 and up; Minimum 5 / Maximum 15 kids.
Reservations need to be prepaid and are nonrefundable within 48 hours of the class.
Ladies Baking Night Out @ Baked by Betsy
Date: December 18th
Time: 7-9 pm
Fee: $95
Cute Girl Baking
Come for a night of baking and drinks. We'll have wine, and bake 3 varieties of Holiday cookies and bars. You'll leave with a box full of cookies and a great night under your belt. Plus, you'll take home recipes to try on your own at home with your newly learned baking skills. Ask anyone who took this last year... it's a great night out.
Adults only; Minimum 6 / Maximum 15 adults. Reservations need to be prepaid and are nonrefundable within 48 hours of the class
Baked by Betsy
124 S Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
847-292-1434
Classes do fill up quickly so call as soon as possible to register and guarantee a spot.
Lifestyle Reward EVENT 2 : Wednesday, December 9th 11am - 6pm
Great Savings on AVEDA Products
10% saving on purchases up to $100
purchase over $100 - receive 15% savings
purchase over $150 - receive 20% savings
purchase over $200 - receive 25% savings
(excludes gift sets. **)
Give a Gift - Get a Gift
Purchase $100 in gift cards...get $20 gift card for yourself
Purchase $150 in gift cards...get $35 gift card for yourself
Purchase $200 in gift cards...get $50 gift card for yourself
(gift card must be redeemed by someone other than purchaser)
And much more!
Indira Salon & Spa, Phone: 847-698-0123
520 West Touhy Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068
www.indirasalonspa.com
'Tis the Season of Good Will and Will to Feel Good! Vive! can help to give that priceless gift of Good Health. Time to put aside a gift for a loved one or yourself to melt away tightness form daily stress or gain relief from chronic pain.
Holiday and All Occasion Gift Certificates are now available. Employers, this is a great way to recognize your staff! Consider a gift certificate to recognize your employees this season OR talk to us about visiting your location for a special Recognition Event offering chair or table massages. 10% discount when you purchase a package of three massages.
Give us a ring today at 847-637-0002 or visit us at 1416 S. Canfield in Park Ridge. Vive! wishes you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Healthy New Year!
With the growing popularity of social networks, companies are running the risk of losing control of their messaging and communications in today's digital age. Many have run into legal complications as a result of this complicated yet powerful communication method.
WSI has invited Lee Plave to conduct a webinar on "Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity". Lee counsels clients on the application of technology to franchise and distribution systems, including matters such as e-commerce, policies regarding data use and security, cybersquatting and domain name disputes, consumer complaint and social networking services.
If you intend to use social networks to build brand and customer engagement, you must know the best practices to avoid any legal implications.
We invite you to join us for this last webinar for 2009.
Title: Social Networking - Implementing Best Practices and Avoiding Calamity
Date: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 11:00 PM - 12:00 PM CDT
Registration Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/988448720
(Don't forget to put in my name, James Cone, to complete your registration).
James Cone, Internet Marketing Consultant, 847.430.6842
We live in a world that is filled with data. Whether you gather it, or you receive data from some other sources, often we find ourselves swimming in numbers with no way to make sense of it.
Do you feel like your boss will not listen to your idea unless you "Prove it" to her?
Do you have only 5 minutes to prove your point to a Board of Directors?
Or do you just need to convince you wife to let you buy a Hummer H1 instead of a Prius?
Picking the right data, understanding what form to present it in, knowing how to deliver bad news in an appropriate manner...etc.
All of this and more is covered in our newest class offering
"Using Data to Communicate"
December 18th 2009 9:00am - 4:30 Class price is $250.00
Dont miss out on this great topic....Just in time to help you present your 2009 Year End figures.
Classes are offered in the Technology MD Training Center at 350 S Northwest Highway. Call 847-720-7034 or email cvachlin@technologymd.net to register or for more information about our classes and prices.
Park Ridge Edward Jones Office Supports Toys for Tots Drive
Perry Wein, the local Edward Jones financial advisor, is supporting the Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program by using his office as a drop-off location for this year's toy drive.
Local residents may help needy children in the area by bringing in a new, unwrapped toy to the office, 32 Main Street, Park Ridge, during regular business hours beginning November 30th.
"With the holiday season around the corner, we are all getting ready for the festivities," Wein said. "And as this is the season of giving, now is a great time to remember the less fortunate in our community."
The Park Ridge Public Library is also collecting Toys for Tots through December 16.
And you can pay your fines with food for the Maine Township Pantry!
Park Ridge Hysterical Society
Join us...
Put the Happy in your Holiday by joining us this week. How are your holidays going so far? Is there Jolly in your Holly? Is there ho ho in your Mistletoe? We will be decorating everything in site with laughter!
On the Second Week of Laughter ...
the 30 Days of Laughter Challenge
Join us for our Weekly Meeting:
The Park Ridge Plaza Building
1st Floor Conference Room
350 S. Northwest Hwy
Park Ridge, IL
Tuesday December 8 from 7 - 8pm
Note the doors lock so please use the phone number provided on the door to gain access...
Join us for the Jolly,
Lynda, Sam, and Susan your Laughter Leader Trio!
Questions?
www.ParkRidgeLaughter.com (847) 401-5787
TriPilates invites you to experience something a little different.
Bring your mindful Pilates awareness to a MEDITATION WORKSHOP brought to you by Dorothy Falkiewicz. Many of you know her through holistic meet-ups, presentations about organics, healing alternatives, and group meditations. Dorothy has described this as a meditation in "letting go - a guided, healing meditation." All are welcome. Please RSVP for meditation workshop at info@tripilates.com or call (847) 698-6338. LETTING GO (a guided, healing meditation) on Sunday, December 13 from 12-2 pm (actual meditation is about an hour)
$20. Why wait until the New Year to commit? Start now and enjoy feeling great! HOLIDAY BOOT CAMP REGISTRATION OPEN NOW! Pilates gets results, and gets results fast. This hour long intense workout combines the key principles of Pilates core stability and the traditional style of Boot Camp training. Favorite stations include the jump board, low chair, leg springs, and core mat work, including planks and squats. T, Th 8:30 am Sat 7 am $75 for Weekly Boot Camp (T, Th, Sat) $30 for Single Boot Camp session
GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE ONLINE (or we can print you one at the studio) www.tripilates.com Gratefully, Debbie Harris, PMA Pilates Certified Instructor,TriPilates, LLC, owner
Park Ridge Chamber, Member
Coats for Kids.
Park Ridge Rotary recently purchased coats for needy local children from Operation Warm. Shown Rich Lalley of Operation Warm delivered the first shipment of coats to Janet Ogle and Tracy Banks of the Center of Concern. From there the coats will be given to local children in need of warm coat for winter just in time for the holidays.
If you would like to help with programs such as Coats for Kids, Park Ridge Rotary currently has a Citrus Fundraiser. Orders can be placed online at www.parkridgerotary.com or calling Rotary Citrus Hotline at 847-655-1580.
The Rotary Web site is a secure site for credit card purchases.
UNCLE DAN'S PIZZA & PUB HAPPY HOLIDAYS BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY PARTY NOW!
It's time to start booking those Holiday Parties now!
Our space is filling up quickly, so in order to avoid the December rush, please call us now to book your holiday event. Your boss, family and friends will be impressed with how perfectly your party was planned.
You can relax in a comfortable atmosphere, getting one of those rare opportunities to mingle over great drinks, delicious food and even better conversation.
Call us today at 847-698-9800 and let's get started!
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Uncle Dan's Pizza and Pub
27 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge
www.uncledanspizzaandpub.com
847-698-9800
The Perfect Dinner provides fresh-made, family favorite dinners ready to heat and eat. It's the perfect solution for busy families who want a high quality, wholesome dinner but don't have the time to cook it themselves. The Perfect Dinner has a rotating menu of main dish specials, along with homemade soups, salads and vegetables, available for carry-out or delivery without pre-ordering. All meals are fully cooked, then refrigerated, so they are ready to heat and eat in microwave or oven in the convenience of your own home. Meals come in three family sizes: small (2-3 servings), medium (4 servings) and large (6 servings).
The Perfect Dinner also offers quick catering for smaller or near term events, as well as full service catering at in-home events and outside venues.
Menus and more information are available at The Perfect Dinner, 6 S. Northwest Highway, Park Ridge (in the Pickwick building) or online at www.theperfectdinner.com. Hours of operation are 12-8 pm weekdays and 12-6 pm Saturdays. Deliveries begin at 4 pm weekdays and 3 pm Saturdays.
The Perfect Dinner looks forward to serving you!
THE SUMMIT OF UPTOWN
invites you to a HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE with SANTA
Saturday, December 12, 2009
9-11am
$5 for adults--$3 children under 6
Enjoy a bountiful and delicious Breakfast Brunch
Santa will be here to visit with children from 9am
Enjoy the carols of the Maine South Chorus
FREE toys for good boys & girls
RSVP to 847-825-1161 x129 by December 10th
HELP THE HOMELESS
Please bring NEW warm hats, gloves, scarves, socks, travel size toiletries and small snacks. We’ll fill shoeboxes, wrap them, and with the help of the Guild at St. Paul of the Cross make someone’s Christmas more blessed.
10 N. Summit (at Touhy) Park Ridge
Parking available in Summit’s garage, the Park Ridge Library lot and the Uptown garage across the street
St. Mary’s Episcopal Church Advent Schedule of Services
Sunday, Dec 13th : Advent III – 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II (Bishop’s Visit)
Thursday, Dec 17th : Blue Christmas – An Advent Service of Prayer and Healing – 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec 20th: Advent IV – 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
3 p.m. – Christmas Pageant
Christmas Eve, Wed Dec 24th
4 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
10 p.m. Pre-Service music with choir, instrumentalists & organ
10:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Celebration – Choral Eucharist – Rite II
Christmas Day, Thursday Dec 25
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
Sunday, Dec 27th
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite I
10 a.m. Holy Eucharist – Rite II
New Year’s Eve, Wednesday Dec 31st
4:30 p.m. A Candlelight Taize Service
Watson Art Studio not only photographs portraits of your family and children but we also photograph business portraits and product photos.
If you own a business and need some promotional photography done that would include your business portrait and detail shots of some of your products, give Watson Art Studio a call. Imagine your professionally lit portrait taken in the environment of your own business and then beautiful detail photographs taken of some of the products that you so proudly sell. These images would be given to you, in a hi-res format, on a dvd for you to use in your own promotions or wall art for your place of business.
For a limited time only, the first five businesses that call to arrange a session will receive a 20% discount on their business photo package pricing. Sale ends January 31st. To arrange for a session or to call for a consultation on what we can provide you, call
847-269-1965 or e-mail me at: michaelwatson@watsonartstudio.com.
Remember, with Watson Art Studio, we bring the studio to you.
Kidwinks.com is looking for experienced sales people.
Responsibilities include:
setting up appointments
in-person sales presentations
follow-up with clients
Sales people are independent contractors working on 100% commission. All of the businesses that would be contacted are family-friendly businesses or businesses that cater to moms.
Interested parties please contact nina@kidwinks.com.
Cardinal Fitness Announces Annual Toy Drive
During the month of December, Cardinal Fitness is hosting its annual toy drive to help local children in need celebrate the holiday season. Members of the community are encouraged to bring in new, unwrapped toys for all ages to help support this great cause. Cardinal Fitness fans can spread the work on Facebook (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitness ) or Twitter (www.facebook.com/cardinalfitnes ) to let fellow community members know how they can help this Holiday season. This year, toys donated to Cardinal Fitness will be delivered to organizations such as Toys for Tots, the Pediatric Oncology Treasure Chest Foundation and the Salvation Army. Those who wish to support these efforts should visit www.cardinalfitness.com for a list of locations.
About Cardinal Fitness
As one of the fastest growing health clubs in the Midwest, Cardinal Fitness has over forty participating locations in several states. Cardinal Fitness is committed to promoting health and fitness in its local communities, and makes it easy for busy families to incorporate health and fitness into their everyday lives. A supervised kid’s room is available at most locations for kids 6 months to 12 years old. Cardinal Fitness is known for its affordable month-to-month memberships with no long-term contracts, state-of-the-art equipment, and variety of amenities. Locations feature personal training, free equipment instruction, cardio and strength equipment, free weights, and tanning (where available).
February 20, 2010
COST IS $28.00 for Adults
$22 for kids
WRITTEN OUT TO the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
4:30 P.M. Dinner @ the Elks Club
495 Lee Street
Des Plaines, IL. 60016
847-824-1526
MENU (includes ALL of the following)
• Baked Mostaccioli
• Baked Chicken
• Pork Roast
• Elks mixed greens
• Butter Whipped Potatoes
• Candied Carrots
• Desert: Chocolate Sundae
• (Open Cash Bar)
• Special Kids Menu
There will be a photo op with local newspapers
Arrive at All State Arena at 6:30 p.m.
The Chicago Wolves vs. The Houston Aeros
• Great Seats for Live Hockey Action
• Free Chicago Wolves Cap
• Each Child will be given a free Drug Awareness Goodies Bag
• Raffle prizes for the groups
• Free parking
• The Chamber’s Name up on the big scoreboard throughout the game for PR purposes
• This will be captured by Comcast and seen via local cable
Space is limited. We are selling tickets to the first 50 people only.
RSVP’s don’t work - only checks in hand. So mail your $28 in to:
Richard P. Pucci, Sr.
Park Ridge Financial Advisors
1580 North Northwest Highway
Suite 15
Park Ridge, IL 60068
B: 847-759-0055
rickpucci@pwfinancial.net
…or drop check off for me at The Chamber.
A Night out, great Dinner, Networking, Hockey Action, Free Parking, a Cap, Prizes
Don’t miss out!
Call fellow Chamber member Rick Pucci: 847-759-0055 with any questions.
Go Wolves!
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members!
1. Accounteque Services Inc. - 847. 768-9100
2. Affordable Interiors - Deborah Oberschelp 312.909.1255
3. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling - 847-459-7900
4. barrett-TECH - John Barrett 847.823.1830
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge - 847.318.7550
6. Falkor Group LLC - www.falkorgroup.com
7. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling - 847.824.4336
8. J.C. Lilly Windows & Doors - 773-588-4332
9. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc
10. Leys, Kirsten - Prudential Financial Services 847.627.3950
11. PC Medic Computer Repair - Jerry Flanagan 847.299.5556
12. Park Ridge Community Fund - 847.825.5311
13. Periodontics of Niles, P.C. – Dr. Dorothy Anasinski 847-685-6686
14. Resurrection Health Care - Theresa Olson 847.813.3210
15. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates 847.825.1002
16. Sebastian Co. Real Estate - Don Sebastian, Jr. 847.823.3117
17. State Farm Insurance & Financial Services - Ann Witek 847.692.3260
18. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster – 847-813-9552
19. The Exercise Coach - Chad Finney 847.823.0035
20. The McTigue Financial Group - Tom Canale 773.380.4025
21. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services - Lynda Tourloukis 847.401.5787
22. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling - 847-696-0477
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