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!
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