Member News

A Note From Gail

Uptown Dentistry’s Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting is today from 5 to 7 p.m. Located at 80 N. Northwest Hwy next to Eggsperience. You can park in the underground parking garage if you enter from Summit. The mayor will be there around 6 p.m. to cut the ribbon. Everyone is invited! An in-office whitening treatment will be raffled off!

Tomorrow is Veterans Day and the Chamber offices will be closed. Thank you to the following veterans for their prior military service:

• Stan Banash, Norwood Crossing, United States Air Force, Strategic Air cmmand, four years active, two years inactive
• Dick Barton is a vet of the Naval Air Reserve from 1968-70
• Dave Donovan, E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc, Military Veteran 1st Lt. US Army QM 1965-71
• Curt Edlund, US Navy
• Perry Fisher, Christian Science Reading Room, Military Veteran

I also served in the US Air Force for 5 ½ years active service then 3 years in the reserves – got out as a Captain. Spent my time as a Contracting Officer in the Strategic Air Command (like Stan Banash) and on the Space Shuttle Program in the Western Space and Missile Command.

Holiday Lights Go Up Saturday! Lights Up Day is Saturday!

If you’d like to help string lights, join us at 8 a.m. this Saturday, Nov. 12, at 116Main Street (the old Dominic’s Kitchen Store). We’re expecting hundreds of volunteers.

Thank you to the following who have offered to donate lunch for the volunteers: Affresco Restaurant, All on the Road Catering, D’Agostino’s Pizza & Pub, Domino’s Pizza, Dunkin Donuts, Einstein Bros Bagels, Jasons Deli, Lisa’s Homemade Italian Ice, Noodles & Co, Panino’s Pizzeria, Perry’s Pizzeria, Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory, Tasty Pup, Trader Joe’s.

Thank you to the sponsors for Holiday Lights:

Anonymous Donations
Academic Tutoring
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and ALG Children's Hospital
All on the Road Catering
American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
American Eagle
Barbara Coriden, resident
Boy Scouts of America
Evelyn Boos, resident
Kathy DiValerio, Koenig & Strey
Kiwanis Morning
Kiwanis Noon
Margaret & Benjamin Montalbano, residents
Park Ridge Chamber
Park Ridge Indian Scouts
Park Ridge Rotary
Precious Paws of Park Ridge
Resurrection Health Care
Susan Calomino, Lincoln Financial
Taste of Park Ridge
Tom Dombro, ING Advisors
Vine Ave. Building Account/Carl Decaninni

Did you know…? Did you know:

… Like New Auto Spa is offering a free car wash to all veterans tomorrow!

… Camp Willow. This Saturday, Nov. 12 , Camp Willow presents an Andria Lieu Trunk Show. Andria Lieu is a Chicago designer whose collection offers women a flattering fit and an overall clean, polished finish. The line includes jackets, pants, skirts and tops that are made in the USA, maintenance-free, travel-friendly, and sized petite thru 3x. Customers will be able to buy off the rack or choose a fabric and style for a custom design.

… ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ sponsored by Liberty Bank and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and ALG Childrens Hospital will show for free at the Pickwick on Sunday December 4 to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund. Doors open at noon, show starts at 1. Live entertainment. iPad donated by Liberty Bank and Kindle donated by Nick Boudreau will be raffled off. Tickets $10 each or 3 for $25. 847-825-4311 PRCF

… Diddy Blyth has just published the 2012 Historical Calendar in a CD jewel case that sits on a desktop. She used her own images of Park Ridge and compiled an interesting array of historical facts of Park Ridge that sits on top of a continental divide. Many more interesting facts are stated on the back of each monthly page. Only $15.00 each. Call 847-698-6383; write diddy@asterlingdesign.com to get you calendar for teacher gifts, grab bag item or family stocking stuffers!

… Kymberlee Raya, Big Shot Marketing, is the producer for the Emerson Vshow (shows Dec 9-3:45 and 7 pm) and is looking for businesses interested in marketing their businesses in front of 300+ parents. 773-220-7723

… Rick Pucci, Park Ridge Financial Advisors, is teaching at Oakton Community College's 'Alliance For Lifelong Learning'. $25 cost which is donated to The Non Profit Alliance for Learning Continuing Education Program. Budgeting in a Tough Economy. This continuing educational program is put on by the Oakton Community College's - Alliance for Lifelong Earning. To register call Oakton College at 847-982-9888 option 3.
… Park Ridge Hysterical Society celebrates a Day of Laughter and Learning this Sat, 11/12, 9 to 4pm, at 350 S. Northwest Hwy (Regus) www.followthelaughter.com/laughfest

… This week is Fans & Family week at Chico's!!! The entire boutique is 20% off (along with your 5% passport discount). Many new items have arrived, including coats, sweaters and holiday gift items. Plus in-store discounts at 30-40-50% -- now through Sunday, November 13th. Time to clean out your closets -- Charity donation party on Friday, November 18th, from noon to 5 PM. Bring two gently worn Chico's items (if possible) and receive 10% off of your purchase. Donation will benefit WINGS on Golf Road.

… “Room at the Inn”, an amazing display of nearly 400 nativities from around the world, will take place on Saturday, December 3rd and Sunday, December 4th, from 10AM to 4PM, at St. Matthew Center for Health, located at 1601 N. Western Avenue, in Park Ridge. Guests are invited for refreshments and a free raffle to win a nativity scene. This inspiring holiday event is free and wonderful for the whole family. For more information, call 847/825-5531 or visit www.stmatthewcenter.org.

… Tasty Pup offers a free Gyros sandwich with the purchase of a Gyros, fry & Large drink every Friday during the winter.

… Friday, November 11 only! Get $10.00 off on your Haircolor with a Haircut (* Must Get Both*). Appointment must be made with Linda Russo (only) Hairstylist in Park Ridge. Call Linda Russo at Caruden Hair Design 847-823-1610 to make your appointment. Mention this posting! www.lindaarusso.com

Beyond Compare Virtual Assistants Beyond Compare Virtual Assistants
www.beyondcompareva.com
janet@beyondcompareva.com
Phone: 847-298-4069
Beyond Compare Virtual Assistants provides off-site administrative assistance.
We offer services such as: handling correspondence, e-mail and contact management, spreadsheet development and maintenance, PowerPoint presentations, Internet research, and more. We can also add services to accommodate your specific needs.
Choosing a virtual assistant for your business is cost effective because you only pay for the hours actually worked and you do not have to make a long-term commitment.
Please contact us for more information or to answer any questions you may have.

WineStyles Shop local at Park Ridge WineStyles, let us pair wines for your Thanksgiving dinner.

Great selections of red and whites between $10 and $25.

Wine Tasting Friday, November 11th 5 to 7, free for wine club and only $5 for non members

Free wine tasting Saturday, November 12th – wines for a cause One Hope Wines 3 to 5

Amphora Amphora: Custom Upholstery by Christmas!

*Any custom upholstery order from Rowe placed by Sunday, November 13th will be delivered to your home by Christmas.
So if you are looking for a fresh look for the holidays with a sofa, sectional, chair or sleeper sofa, come in and pick out your frame and fabric by Sunday the 13th and we will have it delivered to you in time for your family and guests to enjoy!
Treat yourself this year to a gift that will be enjoyed for years to come.....and with our great prices, you still have money left over to do the rest of your shopping!

*limited to fabric in stock

Periodontics of Niles Get Ready for the Holidays Special from Periodontics of Niles":
"Because the Holidays are getting closer, you can now be ready to be closer with everyone else with our Get Ready for the Holidays Special! You will discover the secret to having a brighter smile and fresher breath!"
With our special, you will receive the following: Comprehensive Exam, X-Rays, Personal Consultation, Preventative Professional Cleaning*, Teeth Whitening Kit, and Fresh Breath System... all for only $198.00. Call us now at (847) 685-6686 to RSVP because this special expires 12-21-11!
*In absence of periodontal disease. Reg. fee $455.

15% of courtesy for senior citizens

Periodontics of Niles gives special Courtesy discounts to the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce:
1. Chamber of Commerce Employees and Board Members: 20% Courtesy
2. Chamber of Commerce Members: 15% Courtesy
Kidwinks.com Want to bring more families into your doors this winter? What better way than advertising in a guide that will be promoted online, through email, and on the TV news!

Kidwinks will be appearing on ABC-TV (Nov. 21st) and WGN-TV (Nov. 22nd) to highlight our Winter Fun Guide. In December, we will be highlighting our New Year's Eve for Kids Guide on WGN-TV, and possibly another tv station. We would like to give you the opportunity to get into these HOT guides by offering them at a discount for a limited time. Contact us soon so that you can be sure to catch these savings AND be included in the guide before our TV appearances.
20% OFF until November 14th, 2011:
Winter Fun Guide - All winter long parents are looking for things to do and places to take their kids. Too much time indoors at home and everyone gets a bit .... cranky. So moms rely on our Winter Fun Guide as the cure for cabin fever. TV dates - Nov. 21 & 22. Cost of ad in our Winter Fun Guide: $400 until 11/14/2011; - afterwards $500.

Park Ridge Cultural Arts Council Winterfest Gift Gallery 2011 will offer scrumptious one-of-a-kind gifts for the discerning shopper at its two-day Gift Gallery at 29 S. Prospect Avenue (the old Raffia store). The sponsor, the Park Ridge Cultural Arts Council, will staff the Gallery of Gifts from 10:00AM to 8:00PM on November 25th and 26th in the heart of Park Ridge.

Park Ridge Artists have generously donated their time and talents to hand-paint coffee table boxes to be sold as treasure caches or trinket holders, change caddies or jewel sachets. These same artists will have their own paintings on display to sell; “Across the Street” will offer decorated fresh holiday wreaths, silk holiday arrangements and yummy condiments, A Sterling Design will have its 2012 Historical Park Ridge CD-sized desk calendar and stationery, and the Green Room jewelry will tantalize you with sparkle and bling. Fresh Poinsettias can be whisked home to announce the coming season of merriment and love.

WSI – We Simplify the Internet WSI - Leveraging QR Codes to Drive Traffic to your Website
How your business can incorporate QR codes

QR (Quick Response) codes are those barcode-like images that can be scanned by smart-phones, which store more information as compared to conventional barcodes. They can be linked to URLs directly. For example, if you scan the QR code given on the right, it'll take you to google.com.
This bar-coding technology is able to easily incorporate social media capabilities, custom landing pages and store text based information such as mailing addresses. These codes can be easily scanned by almost all iPhones, Androids or other camera enabled smart-phones which integrate barcode scanning applications. This will allow you to entice audiences with dynamic engagement strategies.
How your business can incorporate QR codes to build website traffic:
• Print medium. QR Codes can be printed in newspapers/magazines, posters, CD labels etc, where the person scanning the code can reach the mobile website of the advertiser.
• Websites. These codes can be scanned from the primary website and in turn lead to the mobile website.
• Business Cards. Your potential clients and business associates can scan the QR code on your business card and easily add you to their phone contacts.
• Product Packaging. Incorporating QR codes on the packaging of your products can help provide vital information such as customer care contact details, user manuals and other vital information.
• Direct Marketing and In-Shop Print Advertising. When used in your print advertisements, mass mails or email signatures, QR Codes can help drive traffic and a consequent fan following to your social networking profiles on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
• Effective Event Management. You can print QR codes on tickets or invites of your event and link them to Google maps, RSVP pages and all other event related material.
Mobile marketing is inexpensive, immediate and personal. It's a viable new way to create customer loyalty, increase awareness and boost sales. WSI can assist your business to optimize your marketing strategy leveraging this exciting new trend.
Contact your local WSI Consultant to catch the mobile marketing wave and propel your business to a new level!.

Sun and Moon Yoga Sun and Moon Yoga
Thanksgiving Week Yoga Kids Camp ~~

Monday, 11/21 for ages 9+
1:15 pm [arrival] to 3:30 pm

Wednesday, 11/23 for ages 5 to 11
1:15 pm [arrival] to 3:30 pm
COST: $25 for a single session [$5 off for siblings]
$45 for both sessions
Utilizing a play-based approach to yoga, we will explore basic poses & breath through games, discussion, crafts, healthy snacks & journaling.
Led by Caryn Gallagher, a Certified Yoga Ed. Instructor, with over 20 years experience as a student & teacher
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For more information or to register, contact Caryn by:
(1) Email: cciagne@yahoo.com

Petite Opera Show Schedule for Amahl and the Night Visitors FRI Dec 2, 7:30 PM - Petite Opera. "Amahl and the Night Visitors", with special guest Lutheran Choir of Chicago
SAT Dec 3, 2:00 PM - Petite Opera. "Amahl and the Night Visitors", with special guest The Great Frankini (musician)
SAT Dec 3, 7:30 PM - Petite Opera. "Amahl and the Night Visitors", with special guest Musicke's Merrie Companions (recorder quintet)
FRI Dec 9, 7:30 PM - Petite Opera. "Amahl and the Night Visitors", with special guest Galina Dance Studio performing "The Christmas Tree" ballet
SAT Dec 10 7:30 PM - Petite Opera. "Amahl and the Night Visitors", with special guest Willows Academy Madrigal Singers
SUN Dec 11, 7:30 PM - Petite Opera. "Amahl and the Night Visitors", with special guest Musicke's Merrie Companions (recorder quintet)
For tickets: Reserve via phone: Petite Opera 847.553.4442. Reserve via email: petiteopera@gmail.com. Purchase online via credit card (convenience fees apply) www.petiteopera.org


From the City Park Ridge Streetscape Comminity Workshop

The City of Park Ridge has been engaged in a process to plan and design the remaining Uptown streetscapes, including Northwest Highway, Prospect, Summit, Touhy and Washington Avenues. As part of this process, the City has commissioned a team of consultants including Spaceco(civil engineering),The Lakota Group(urban design and landscape architecture) and Christopher B. Burke Engineering (lighting design and engineering),to assist in designing, budgeting and engineering these improvements.

To date, the consultant team has been gathering data, conducting inventories of physical conditions throughout Uptown and developing preliminary streetscape concepts and ideas.

The next steps in the planning and design process are two Community Workshops on November 28 at 5:30pm and December 8 at 8:00am, to be held in Council Chambers, City Hall, 505 Butler Place. The consulting team will review area issues and opportunities, as well as present concepts and ideas for future streetscape improvements.

All community residents, leaders and business/property owners are invited and encouraged to participate. Information gathered from the workshops will be considered for incorporation into conceptual streetscape designs.

Please join your neighbors, bring your ideas and help us look to the future of Uptown Park Ridge.

For more information contact: Juliana Maller, Deputy City Manager, 847/318-5206 or Sarah Mitchell, City Engineer, 847/318-5455.

Center of Concern Center of Concern Holiday Boutique
A holiday boutique will be held Saturday, Nov. 12th from 10:00 am to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 13th from 12:00 pm to 5:00 p.m. at St. Andrews Lutheran Church, 260 N. Northwest Highway in Park Ridge. Items include hand-crafted jewelry, doll clothes, sweaters, candles, chocolates, gift baskets, etc. In addition, Avon and Simply Delicious representatives will also be featured. A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Center of Concern, a nonprofit social service agency providing housing solutions, counseling and support services for seniors, disabled, and others in need.
For information contact Christine, (847) 823-8755 or Jenine (847) 823-0920 (eves)

Charter Fitness Charter Fitness, Now Offering Franchises

Charter Fitness prides itself on being different from the typical expensive and intimidating gym: we offer affordable membership options, total convenience, and a comfortable workout environment. Charter Fitness brings healthy lifestyles to communities with memberships available for as low as $10 a month, its mission is to make fitness affordable to everyone.

With Charter Fitness Franchise program, you can be your own boss while operating a fitness concept that is breaking new ground in the industry, while having a positive effect on your local community. The Charter Fitness organization is poised for growth in the fitness franchise industry and looking to for people who are motivated, involved, and committed. Find out how you can join the Charter Fitness franchise program – Call 708-403-3881 or email franchise@charterfitness.com.

Norwood Crossing NORWOOD CROSSING TO COMMEMORATE VETERANS DAY ON NOV. 10 WITH RECOGNITION PROGRAM

Veterans, residents, friends, and families are invited to gather for a special Veterans Day Commemorative Program, on Thurs., Nov. 10, at 10:00 a.m., at Norwood Crossing, 6016-20 N. Nina Ave. in Chicago, a not-for-profit long-term care community since 1896. Parking is available on the street or in the parking lot behind the building (entrance off Avondale Avenue).
The program “for veterans, about veterans, and by veterans” will include posting of the Colors by Taft High School Navy Junior ROTC; pledge of allegiance led by Norwood Crossing resident Mary Cormack, former First Vice President of VFW Post 1284 Ladies Auxiliary; invocation by Chaplain Lt. Col. Paul Pfeffer (Senior Army Reserve Ret.); individual recognition of veterans present; tribute to TSgt. Vincenti James “Jim” Del Medico, who served as a Flight Engineer on a B-26 bomber with the 34th Bomb Squadron, 5th Air Force, during the Korean War; and retirement of the Colors.
Participating in the special tribute will be: Sgt. Lucille Janssens, a World War II veteran with U.S. Marine Corps Headquarters in Washington, D.C., who served as Past Commander, American Legion Norwood Park Post 740, and Past Commander, Ninth District American Legion; Seaman 1st Class Jack Barry, a Pearl Harbor survivor and World War II veteran who served in Naval Intelligence; and Cpl. Jack Lynch, a Korean War veteran who served with the U.S. Army’s 378th Combat Engineers.
All active and non-active military personnel who are planning to attend the event are asked to provide upon arrival their name, rank, military unit, service branch, armed conflict (if any), where served, and dates of service in order to be properly recognized for their service. Refreshments will be available.

Hobbs Hobby Hut With the Maine South Hawks looking for a 4-peat in defending the 8A title, what better way to show your support of the football team than displaying a Maine South Football Dynasty banner. Excellent detail featuring embroidery and applique, this product would look great hanging in your place of business. And with Christmas around the corner, what a great gift for your child's dorm room or bedroom. Made from top quality wool blend material, the Dynasty banner is intended to honor Maine South Football's series of state championships throughout the years. The banner is 24"W x 36" L and comes with a hanging rod for ease of display. And if the Hawks win another title, it only costs $5.00 to have the additional years embroidered on the banner. Cost $50. To place an order contact us at hobbs65@sbcglobal.net.

Katie and Dan Parker
Hobbs Hobby Hut
847-823-4251

Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
Challenges in the Care of Those with Far Advanced Disease: Issues of Prognosis,
Cultural Diversity and Ethics
Speaker: Martha L. Twaddle, MD, FACP, FAAHPM
Join Dr. Twaddle in a case-based discussion about the many challenges you
face when caring for patients with far-advanced disease.
November 14, 2011 from 9–10 a.m.
Education Center (Glenview)
Upon completion of the educational activity, participants should be able to:
• Understand the common trajectories of end stage diseases
• Understand common symptoms & signs for the patient at the end of life
• Understand and discuss some of the ethical issues that may arise for
families at the end of life
• Recognize cultural diversity and how it impacts care at the end of life.
Core Curriculum for all Interdisciplinary Team Members
Questions? Contact Robin Facer at x1602 or rfacer@carecenter.org.

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. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007 New!
26. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
27. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
28. You can be here!