Member News

A Note From Gail:

Keep sending me your news! I love hearing what’s going on in your business – and so does everyone else!

For the 4th year in a row, I’ll be a judge in the local high school competition for DECA held in Rosemont on the morning of Tuesday, December 6th. Can you judge too? They always need more judges. Eric Nelson, Nelson Automotive, also judges each year as he won state in high school and competed nationally and feels a duty to give back. They need judges in all career fields. Let me know soon please.

Kidwinks.com
It may be getting cooler outside but the temperature is heating up at kidwinks.com.

Kidwinks is going to be highlighting their Halloween & Fall Fun Guide on 3 TV stations: Fox Good Day Chicago, ABC Morning News, & WGN Midday News.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to highlight your business or sale in one of these super popular guides. You pay for online advertising but also get TV exposure.

Did you know…? Did you know:

… The Park Ridge Fraternal Order of Police Annual Fundraiser is coming up. Order your tickets from jgenuald@parkridgepolice.org

… Nick Brait’s series ‘The Ledger of Your Life’ is being held at The Summit of Uptown. Call to reserve your spot 847-685-8402.

… WineStyles is having a sale! 20% on select bottles of wine. Don’t forget their Friday evening wine tastings.

…Park Ridge Reads – Scott Turow Special Author Appearance and Book Signing on Tuesday, October 18th 7:00pm; Doors open at 6:30pm; Pickwick Main Theatre
Free tickets available at the Park Ridge Library 2nd floor Reader Services desk.
… Park Ridge Fire Department is competing for a $10,000 grant and needs your help. www.befiresmart.com/pledge to take the Be Fire Smart Fire Safety Pledge
… Fire Dept is having its Open House this Saturday, 10/1, at Greenwood & Oakton

… Oakton at Niles North offers Powerful Job Search with LinkedIn (BUS S17-01). Learn how to use this powerful networking/career-building tool to enhance your job search and professional advancement. Session meets 7 – 8:30 p.m., Monday, October 17. Course fee is $20.

… June Moon will be at 1019 N. Elmwood Ave. in Oak Park on Friday September 30th and Saturday October 1st from 9AM to 3PM each day. Check the June Moon Home Page Upcoming for details or call us at 847-698-2559.

…The Fire Department is hosting its annual Open House Oct. 1 from 12-4 at St. 36, 1000 N Greenwood. Ronald McDonald will be at both of our Open Houses this year.

… The Annual Maine Township Community Garage Sale benefiting disadvantaged children and hungry families will be held rain or shine, Saturday, October 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of Maine Township Town Hall, 1700 Ballard Rd., Park Ridge. (more below)

… Electronics Recycling at Public Works on Sat., Oct 15! Sponsored by Liberty Bank, Maine Township, and Robert Provenzano. Hosted by Chamber, City and Park District!

… Amphora is offering 2012 Casual Living Show Indoor/Outdoor Furniture just arrived
"Life Outside" Quality pieces that are not only well made but extremely stylish.
Good looking enough to put in your basement...never worry about flooding again!
We have 8 assorted sets all priced at cost and are the latest 2012 styles
Prices range from $239.00 to $999.00

… Maine Center's 35th Christmas in Park Ridge House Walk! December 2, 2011 - Call 847-232-2908 for information or to reserve tickets.
Charity Fashion Show Charity Fashion Show
Benefitting the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer
What better way to spend an evening! Grab your girlfriends and join us to see the latest fall fashions. Enjoy the company of good friends, tasty appetizers and pink drinks. All of course while supporting an important cause – the fight against breast cancer. And as a special treat, all guests get to take home a swag bag loaded with surprises!
Thursday, September 29, 6:30 pm doors open, 7:15 pm fashion show
116 Main Street, Park Ridge (former Dominic’s Kitchen Store)

$60 at the door
To purchase tickets visit New Prospects
Event Sponsors include:
Fashions: New Prospects | 2 Sisters | Co-op California
Hair & Makeup: Linda Russo Hair Stylist, Makeup Artist, Nail Tech
Appetizers: All on the Road Catering
Pink Margaritas: Rita’s on the Run
Pink Tea: TeaLula

Breast Cancer Awareness & Education
Women’s Imaging Center
Holy Family Medical Center
*100% of the proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society
Checks payable to ‘The Main Event’

Bellas & Wachowski Protect Your Business from Risks of Lawsuits
Submitted by Bellas & Wachowski

Fact: We live in a litigious society and most lawsuits arise out of a business relationship, not from the threat of a personal injury lawsuit. Every business faces the risks of becoming involved in a lawsuit. Business owners can help minimize the risks by taking some protective measures.

Shield Yourself from Personal Liability Exposure

Some lawyers advise that every business should be incorporated or formed as some other type of limited liability business entity. While incorporating is no guarantee against personal liability exposure, it's certainly an effective shield against the risks and dangers inherent in operating a business. Every business owner should be mindful of the risks and take steps to protect their family and their personal assets.


Advanced Physical Therapy is hiring! Looking for Part-Time Illinois-licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.

Sara Koveleski Kraut, DPT
Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services
444 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 202
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Phone: (847) 268-0280
Website: www.apths.com

Fire Dept Open House this Saturday Fire Department Open House October 1st, 2011
The Park Ridge Fire Department will host its annual Open House on Saturday, October 1, 2011 from 12 Noon until 4 p.m. The location will be Fire Station #36, located at 1000 N. Greenwood Ave., at the corner of Oakton St. and Greenwood Ave. Parking is available on the East side of Greenwood Ave., in the parking lot of Resurrection Pavilion, 1001 N. Greenwood Ave.

This event provides a unique opportunity to not only meet and greet fire personnel, but also to tour the fire equipment on display, including the M.A.B.A.S. Division 3 communications vehicle, and asset shared by Fire Departments throughout the area.

To showcase the Fire Department’s equipment and capabilities, a vehicle extrication
demonstration will take place during the Open House at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Children can learn the fundamentals of fire safety at the Fire Safety House (built as an addition to the fire station), and can utilize an interactive exhibit provided by the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance to test your fire safety knowledge! Many organizations such as Lutheran General Hospital, Resurrection Hospital, North Suburban Emergency Communications Center (NSECC), Nicor, and Com Ed will be on
hand providing information and handouts.

Ronald McDonald will be visiting at 1:30 p.m. to pass out fire safety books to the visitors.

Admission is free. Refreshments will be provided by the Metropolitan Emergency Support Services group (M.E.S.S. Canteen). For more information about this action-packed day, call (847) 318-6721 or visit our website at www.parkridgefd.org

Park Ridge Historical Society Event: Town of Maine Cemetery Tour
Date: Saturday, October 1st, 2011
Time: 10 AM – 2PM
Location: Touhy Avenue & Dee Road, Park Ridge, IL
Hear the stories of the past! 165 year old cemetery where many interesting Park Ridge peoplehave been laid to rest. Their lives will be reenacted by Maine South High School theater students and Lincoln Middle School students.

Admission: Society Members - $5
Adults - $10
High School Age & Under - $5
Family Admission - $20
Free coffee, cider and doughnuts will be available in the gatehouse.
For additional information contact the PRHS: 847-696-1973 or visit: www.pennyville.org

Maine Township Community Garage Sale this Saturday Maine Township Community Garage Sale To
Benefit Disadvantaged Children and Hungry Families

The Annual Maine Township Community Garage Sale benefiting disadvantaged children and hungry families will be held rain or shine, Saturday, October 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of Maine Township Town Hall, 1700 Ballard Rd., Park Ridge.

The event is organized by the MaineStay Department of Maine Township and sponsored by Chicagoland Senior News, Journal & Topics Newspapers, Liberty Bank for Savings, Hwy. Comm. Robert Provenzano, Arc Disposal, Parkway Bank and Park Ridge Taxi/Community Cab. Proceeds benefit the MaineStay Adventure Camp for disadvantaged youth and the Township’s Emergency Food Pantry.

Residents can participate in several ways. Donated merchandise from residents will be sold by Township staff to help raise funds. Donations of small working electronics, children’s games, children’s furniture and accessories, garden tools and small hand tools are especially needed. Maine Township will not accept donations of clothes, large and/or heavy furniture, firearms, explosives or any type of weapons. Drop-offs will be accepted from Sept. 26 -29 but not beforehand.

Residents can also come and shop for countless bargains on the day of the event. Sales are cash only and exact change will be appreciated. Financial donations are also gratefully accepted.

“This is a really fun annual event which raises money for two worthy causes,” says Township Supervisor Carol A. Teschky. “We encourage our Township residents to participate, to give financial support, or just come by to shop.”

For more information, please call Marie Worobec at 847-297-2510 Ext. 270. Information is also posted on the Township website www.mainetownship.com.

Comfort Inn/O’Hare Comfort Inn O’Hare’s TIFFANY’S RESTAURANT PROUDLY PRESENT

OCTOBERFEST
WHEN: SEPT. 30th - OCT. 2nd , 2011
WHERE: TIFFANY’S, 2179 E.TOUHY, DES PLAINES
WHAT: SERVING POPULAR GERMAN HOMEMADE DISHES AND MORE
AND: ...ASK OUR STAFF FOR DETAILS
OPEN: FROM 6:00 AM – 11:00 PM (..OR MAYBE LONGER….)
CALL: 1-847-298-7733
FOR MORE INFOS AND RESERVATION
Norwood Crossing Delectable Desserts Open House at Norwood Crossing

Enjoy a variety of pies and pastries along with coffee and tea at Norwood Crossing during its Delectable Desserts Open House, from 2 p.m. – 4 p.m., on Oct. 5, at Norwood Crossing Assisted Living, 6016-20 N. Nina Avenue in Chicago. Tour their state-of-the-art Assisted Living building with its many amenities and visit their newly renovated Sheltered Care. Staff will be available to conduct tours and answer questions. A raffle with door prizes will be held during the event. Please RSVP by calling (773) 577-5323.

Kalo Foundation Kalo Foundation
Congratulations and thank you to the Arts & Carafes committee. The profit was around $10,000. WOW - It was a wonderful evening.

Please circle October 13, 2011 from 5:00 to 7:30 pm. It is our open house at the Studios. We need everyone there to meet and greet, and we need home made sweet breads or cookies from everyone. This is our chance to show off this wonderful property to the community.

October 23, 2011 is Betty Green's talk on Zook in Park Ridge - 1:30 pm at 720 Garden Street. Donation $10.00. Which includes a tour of Zook houses.

Free Small Business Expo. We would like to inform you about a free Small Business Expo sponsored by the City Treasurer's Office. Some of Chicago's top business stars will teach a full day of 32 FREE business workshops including acquiring more capital, social media secrets for business, networking expertise, improving websites, working with the City and State, and many more.

When: Friday, October 7, 2011
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Where: The UIC Forum
Address: 725 W Roosevelt Rd. (Halsted/Roosevelt) Chicago, IL 60608
Cost: Free

Please join the BBB as we are pleased to help sponsor the City Treasurer's Small Business Expo.

Pre-register now to speed by entry lines and to see the amazing lineup of experts waiting to help you at:

www.chicagocitytreasurer.com/smallBusinessExpo/smallBusinessExpo.htm

Mortgage Relief Project Governor Pat Quinn has established the Mortgage Relief Project to help you take advantage of new government programs that can help you lower your mortgage payments, avoid foreclosure and keep your home. Learn more at your local Mortgage Relief Project outreach event.

Free housing counseling is available. We will also teach you to recognize the tell-tale signs of mortgage fraud. Be sure to bring your latest mortgage documents (bills,
statements, notices, etc.), two most recent paystubs, and your state ID or driver’s license. For a list of all the documents that you would need to complete a full
application for a loan modifi cation, go to www.idfpr.com.

To register for the event or for more Mortgage Relief Project information, call toll-free at 1-800-532-8785 or visit www.idfpr.com.

Brickton Art Center features Oakton artists Free Art Exhibit Focuses on Nature

Nature lovers won’t want to miss an upcoming free exhibit that focuses on how Oakton artists capture their outdoor subjects.

The Nature Project opens Friday, October 14, at the Brickton Art Center, 306 Busse Highway, Park Ridge. Students and faculty will display their natural artwork through the use of photography, ceramics, sculptures, drawings, paintings, and mixed media. An opening reception, with the opportunity to meet the artists, is scheduled from 7 – 9 p.m. The exhibit runs through Friday, November 11.

The Brickton Art Center is open Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., Friday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Park Ridge Public Library Reader’s Choice 2010 Small Business Book Awards from Small Business Trends
Here are the top ten winners of the Reader’s Choice 2010 Small Business Book Awards from Small Business Trends, a website whose tagline is “Small business success…delivered daily.” Read the full article here: http://smallbiztrends.com/2010/12/readers-choice-2010-small-business-book-awards.html. All books are available at the Park Ridge Public Library unless noted.
The Highest Calling by Larry Janesky
Social Media Marketing by Liana Evans
The 24-Hour Customer by Adrian C. Ott
A Cup of Cappuccino for the Entrepreneur’s Spirit by Jeretta Horn Nord and Lou C. Kerr (not available at the Park Ridge Public Library)
The Wealthy Freelancer by Steve Slaunwhite, et. al
Defy Gravity by Rebel Brown
The Last Original Idea by Alan K’necht and Geri Rockstein
31 Days to Greeting Card Marketing Mastery by Bruce Brown
The Termite Effect by Shawn Brodof
Internet Marketing from the Real Experts by Shawn Collins and Missy Ward
Chicago Consumers’ Checkbook
You can now access Chicago Consumers’ Checkbook at the Library’s internet computers through the Premium Resources page! This resource evaluates the quality and prices of Chicago area service firms and stores, such as auto repair shops, plumbers, dentists, banks, and insurance companies. The Library also subscribes to the magazine. Read the current issue within the library or check out past issues to read at home.

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
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847-720-4479
5. Charter Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
17. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
19. Responsive Management Solutions LLC: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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