October 28, 2010 Member Update

October 28, 2010
Member Update


Personally, from Gail
Some reminders:
• Tonight is the Business After Hours hosted by our Chamber’s entrepreneurs. Please come, bring lots of business cards and network! Refreshments, drawings and fun!
• Tomorrow is the Women in Business networking breakfast. Dr. Sandra Carey, Willow Wellness Center, will talk about how foods affect your mood and The Perfect Dinner is making the perfect breakfast! Please rsvp so we have enough food.
• Both events are here at The Pantry, 720 Garden St. Park in the parking lot behind the building (north side) – enter across from Panino’s on Fairview.


Did you know? DID YOU KNOW….???

• That Kidwinks.com has done 12 TV segments on WGN & ABC combined during 2010 and have highlighted 2 Chamber businesses during our segments (Park Ridge Community Church & le Flour Bakery). In 2011 we will be appearing monthly on WGN and bi-monthly on ABC!

• That Linda Hills from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory has coupons in the new map?

• That Chickie’s Diner says COSTUMES GET YOU A TREAT! Come in a costume this weekend, have a picture taken for our website and you will receive a "Trick's TREAT"

• That Dominic’s Kitchen Store has over 7,000 items?

• That WineStyles has wine tastings every Friday night?
• That Advocate Lutheran General Hospital selected the Park Ridge Community Fund as one of their 2010 Advocate Cares: Community Giving Campaign’s local site beneficiary organizations for Advocate Lutheran General Hospital?
• That if you buy eligible versions of Office 2010 and/or Windows 7 between August 16 2010 and June 30, 2011, you can come into the Chamber for the certificates for free training?
• That Amphora will host a charity fashion show for WiNGS with 2 Sisters and others on Sunday, Nov. 7th at 1 p.m.?
Rick Pucci raises funds for PRCF: Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Continuing Education Program:

Budgeting In A Tough Economy,¬ November 18, 2010, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

$10 donation to The Park Ridge Community Fund

“I hate to Budget! In a tough economy one of the toughest things to do is to stay on budget. Learn how to like your budget, learn techniques to put together a personal, realistic spending plan and gain control over your finances. Discover how budgeting will allow you to control your day to day finances enabling you to do the things that bring you satisfaction and enjoyment.”

**Presented by Chamber Member, Rick Pucci of Park Ridge Financial Advisors*. www.parkridgefinancialadvisors.com

Top Ten Tips for keeping your old PC and not having to upgrade to a new PC ( thus saving money)

**Presented by Chamber Member, Jorge Garduno of Tech Stuff, Inc.

Bucketizing your Budget

**Presented by Matt Rosborough, Regional Vice President, Sun America

Two hour presentation at The Elks Lodge, 495 Lee Street, Des Plaines, IL
Full Dinner will be served! Call 847-825-5311 to reserve your spot!

Kidwinks.com on WGN
Kidwinks was in costume Tuesday on WGN Midday News and highlighted another Chamber member. Watch to find out who it was.

Trick or Treat!! Halloween is just around the corner, so moms are scurrying to get costumes together and family-friendly Halloween events are popping up all over the Chicago area. Jean Lemke and Nina Taluc, co-founders of kidwinks.com, are here with some Halloween-oriented ideas for you from their online Halloween Guide. For many more ideas on year-round and seasonal kid-friendly events and activities, restaurants where kids eat free, and more, visit www.kidwinks.com, a terrific website that gathers the best of Chicago area family fun into one easily searchable database.

Congratulations
Chicago Hypnosis
Center! Park Ridge Chamber member Karen Hand received the Hypnotist of the Year Award at the Mid-America Hypnosis Conference.

The owner of Chicago Hypnosis Center was recognized for her outstanding work with clients, her continuous learning, and her contributions to the development of other hypnotists through workshops and programs she’s conducted. Conference Chairman Carm Blacconiere says the MAHC board had an easy choice to make; Hand clearly deserved to be acknowledged.

Catherine Johns, Owner
Chicago Hypnosis Center
4801 W. Peterson Avenue, Suite 601
Chicago, IL 60646
773.725.3200
www.chicagohypnosiscenter.com

A-Abiding Care and Lincoln Financial Advisors Our chamber members working together....

Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care and Susan Calomino, Lincoln Financial Advisors are conducting an educational presentation with two other speakers on Wed, November 3rd at 9 am. Topic is "Learn What Matters Most..... Before Age 75". Speakers will address how to capture your life stories, preserving assets and dignity, identify care options that are right for you and getting your legal and medical documents in order.
Location: Sally's Pancake House, 5454 N Harlem. This is a FREE event, however you must register to reserve your seat. Meet/greet with breakfast at 9 am, presentations start at 9:30. Call 847-698-1400 to reserve a seat.

Park Ridge Public Library
Bring your business card into the 21st century!
If you or your business is on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. why not let colleagues know they can contact you through those avenues as well? If you’re not sure how to incorporate those ideas into a current business card take a look at the article below. Here’s a preview of the article: Erica Swallow writes: “While the traditional business card trend is still going strong, you may want to consider optimizing the space on that little piece of paper. A growing number of professionals are finding it useful to include social media links on their business cards. Including social links on your card not only showcases your progressive approach, but it also gives your contacts more choices in how they communicate with you.”...
http://www.openforum.com/idea-hub/topics/technology/article/12-erica-swallow
And, a couple of books on the topic if you want to pursue this more:
* Identity Solutions : how to create effective brands with letterheads, logos and business cards by Cheryl Dangel Cullen - 741.6 CUL
* The Best of Business Card Design 2008 - 741.685 BES 8
Job Seeker Workshops
The Illinois Worknet Center is sponsoring All-Day Power Workshops that focus on job search techniques, resume and cover letter guidance, and interviewing skills. The Park Ridge Library will host these workshops on Friday October 8, Friday November 12 and Friday December 10 from 9:30AM to 4:00PM. To register, call the library at 847-720-3230. For more information and other locations and dates, link to www.worknetncc.com.
Sign up for NextReads newsletters
Looking for some new and/or interesting business books to read? Have the Business and Personal Finance NextReads newsletter delivered to your email bimonthly. You'll also be able to check immediately whether the books are available at the Library. Peruse an example of the newsletter here. Or, sign up for it here.
Here is a book review from the August newsletter:
The Cheapskate Next Door: The Surprising Secrets of Americans Living Happily Below Their Means - by Jeff Yeager
Pub Date: 06/08/2010
If buying more stuff doesn't really satisfy you, but you aren't certain you can actually stop the flow, you'll want to meet the proud cheapskates featured in this book--not much could make them happier than spending less on stuff and focusing more on what really matters to them. In his second book, Jeff Yeager begins by tackling the difference between needing and wanting an item and explains the benefits of living beneath your means; he then introduces people--individuals, married couples, families of all sizes--who are successfully, happily, proudly, doing exactly that. To learn their secrets, start by borrowing this book--for free!--from your library!


From the City



News Articles:
• Posted: Oct 25, 10 - FEMA offers basement flood protection workshops - FEMA is offering workshops in several locations for residents to learn ways to reduce impacts from future flooding.
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Posted: Oct 27, 10 - Park Ridge Reminds Motorists about New Crosswalk Law - New crosswalk law enhances rules of the road pertaining to pedestrian safety.



Veterans: If you are a Veteran, over 65, please check out:

http://usseniorvets.com/pension_benefits.html

Also, the Chamber will be closed on November 11 in honor of Veterans Day and those who served.


MicroSoft Free Certificates for online Training MicroSoft online software training offer

If you buy eligible versions of Office 2010 and/or Windows 7 between August 16 2010 and June 30, 2011, come into the Chamber for the certificates for free training.

WSI: We Simplify the Internet Please take a moment to download your copy of our whitepaper entitled "Blogging to Build a Reputation" written by the same person who will be speaking at our webinar on October 28.

Download the whitepaper from: http://www.getwsipowered.com/

Just a reminder that if you haven't registered for our webinar yet, please take a moment to register now and expand your knowledge on how blogging can benefit your business, including steps to follow to ensure your blog content is relevant and the right keywords to use to optimize your blog and company website.
Title: Blogging to Build a Reputation
Date: Thursday, October 28, 2010 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CDT
Registration Link: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/772614664
Note: You will need to put my name, James Cone, to complete the registration. This will allow me to keep you updated on any new events or webinars coming up.


James Cone
Internet Marketing Consultant
847.430.6842
http://www.OnlinewsiMarketing.com



Friends of the Library Book Sale Library Booksale

The Friends of the Park Ridge Library will hold their annual fall sale the weekend of November 5th.

Members night is Friday the 5th, open to the general public on Saturday and the half-price sale on Sunday afternoon. Dick Du Sold, co-president, said there will be about 15,000 books on just about any topic or subject. Proceeds from the sale go to the Library to buy new book, put on special programs, updates to the children's dept and anything else the Library may be able to use some extra funds.

The Friends are always looking for volunteers to help set up the sale and sort the books; the big push is for help on Saturday the 30th, and Sunday the 31st. They will also need help in taking down on Sunday the 7th. Volunteers will be able to attend a spcial presale on Thursaday the 28th. If you have a couple of hours to join in this "fun activity' please call Dick or Dorothy Du Sold at 847-825-3505. If you'd like a little more aerobic workout, they will be putting up shelves and hauling out boxes on Friday the 29th.


Winestyles Park Ridge
105 S. Northwest Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-518-9463


Friday, October 29th - "Heartland Animal Shelter tasting" 5-7
sip wine and help support a local animal shelter $10 per person
A portion of the sales during the tasting goes to the shelter.
Join Phyllis from Wine-0-Rama as we taste some new white and red wines.
The Summit of Uptown and PRCF: Lunch & Fashions! Come join us for a close-up look in the lastest fashions at the Nov. 5 Fashion Show and Luncheon at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, Park Ridge. Net proceeds from the event benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund.

In addition to a great show and wonderful lunch, attendees will be given a chance to win fun prizes including a U.S. Savings Bond, wine tasting, cooking class, spa treatments, dining certificates and more. The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. For information, contact the Park Ridge Community Fund offices at 847-825-5311. $18 per person – must be paid in advance, please.

If you would like to donate a gift certificate or gift basket for the drawing, let me know!


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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AMA Dancers & Company: 847.727.7066
4. Aqua Plumbing, Heating and Cooling: 847.459.7900
5. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
6. barrett-TECH: 847.823.1830
7. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
8. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
9. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
10. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
11. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
12. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
13. Falkor Group LLC: www.falkorgroup.com
14. Global Handmade Hope: 847.720.4084
15. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
16. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
17. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
18. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
19. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
20. le Flour Bake Shop: 773.631.1400
21. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
22. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
23. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
24. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
25. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
26. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
27. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
28. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
29. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
30. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499 new!
31. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
32. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
33. Subway of Park Ridge at 2618 Dempster: 847.813.9552
34. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
35. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
36. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
37. You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services: 847.401.5787
38. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
39. You can be here!