Last week was another busy week! I was out every evening except Monday with the Retail Reception regarding First Fridays planning, Planning & Zoning at City Hall regarding Saving Iannelli Studios, Park Ridge Community Fund Board Meeting, and Business After Hours with Edison Park! And Saturday I was at Chico’s to help out on the fundraiser to benefit both the PRCF and MCYAF!
During the weekdays was the Ambassador New Member Orientation, the Health Care Forum, the Women in Business Breakfast (Catherine Johns spoke and Morningfields catered) and lunch with the North Suburban Chamber Executives to discuss alternate energy sources.
Working with all the arts to coordinate with First Fridays (read more further down), Cool Cities in Park Ridge to reduce our carbon footprint, Citizens Corps Council to prepare and respond to community wide disasters.
Your Chamber dollars at work – if you haven’t yet paid your dues for 2011, please do so!
Want to stay at a resort for a great price? One of our silent auction items at the Community Stars and Installation Dinner did not sell for the minimum so we still have it. I wanted to offer it for you to bid on and we’re lowering the minimum starting bid to $600. Let me know if you’re interested – email me with your bid!
A week at the Marriott Canyon Villas at Desert Ridge in Phoenix, AZ in a one bedroom Vacation Club unit with a full kitchen, dining and living room area with full access to the JW Marriott Spa, next door. Valid May 6th - May 13th 2011 for 4 people maximum.
Value: $2271
Donated By: Ross E. Rubino, DDS
First Fridays in Park Ridge The Chamber Retail Committee is leading the charge to open up Park Ridge on the First Friday of every month where everyone would stay open until 10 p.m. and bring out all the residents, visitors, and tourists to visit, shop, dine, and look at art and listen to music.
How can you get involved? Come to the next planning meeting on Wed. 8 a.m. here at The Pantry, 720 Garden, to put your ideas to paper. We want your input!
Sheila Duda, TeaLula, is the Chair of the Retail Committee – call her at 847.823.8327 or email her at sduda@tealula.com.
Save Iannelli Studio If you can even donate $10 to Kalo Foundation for the effort to save Alfonso Iannelli’s studio which is now Audrey’s, please do so: http://www.kalofoundation.org/donation_form.html
To learn more about the Kalo Foundation, visit www.kalofoundation.org
I am a member of the Kalo Foundation – you can join too for just $15!
Park Ridge Community Fund As the executive director for the Park Ridge Community Fund, I wanted to reach out to two wonderful Chamber members, Chico’s and MCYAF and say thank you for hosting and coordinating the fundraiser last Saturday which benefits so many charities and people in our own community.
Mark Your Calendar for these Upcoming Events! March 3, Thursday, 10:00am – 11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) Monthly Meeting at Regus, 350 S. NW Hwy #300. How to get your news in print! Elizabeth Vassolo from Triblocal.com is guest speaker.
March 4, Friday, 9:00am – 10:30am Membership Committee Monthly Meeting
March 9, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon, D’Agostino’s Pizza- 742 W. Higgins Rd. PR. Johnna Parr “Do More, Be More, Earn More”. $25 Members; $30 Prospective Members and Walk Ins.
March 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum, Joe Campagna, Grant Merchant Services, “Turn Your Outstanding Accounts Receivable into $$$ Faster”
March 10, Thursday, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Boyce Family Eye Care, 528 Devon Ave. Join Chamber & City Officials. Refreshments. Sales on frames and more!
March 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting
March 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting
March 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting. ‘First Fridays!’
March 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
March 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:30am Health Care Forum
March 24, Thursday, 11:30am-1:30pm Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Lunch at Crowne Plaza, 2875 N. Milwaukee Ave. Northbrook. Pre- registration member fee $25 Prospective member $35 due by March 16. After 3/16 $35 for all.
March 24, Thursday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Business After Hours, Global Handmade Hope, 428 W. Touhy Ave. Come enjoy casual networking hosted by Cynthia Glensgard. Parking behind the store.
March 25, Friday, 9:30am – 10:30am PREN 3: Park Ridge Executive Network
March 25, Friday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Women in Business Monthly Networking Lunch “Tips of Successful Women in Business” Panel Discussion moderated by Jay Crowley includes Jo Arnswald, Suzann Wilson, and Lisa Smith. Lunch catered by The Perfect Dinner.
Network on April 6! THE LARGEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING EVENT IN 2011!
The Regional Business Expo and Restaurant Showcase will be held on Wednesday, April 6th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at The Meadows Club, 2950 Golf Road, Rolling Meadows.
Thirteen local Chambers are participating and there are $500 and $250 sponsorship opportunities available or the Exhibit Table ($200 early bird or $225 after 3/15) and $50 Restaurant Exhibit opportunities.
Contact the Chamber for the registration form with all the details. Final payments due by March 31st.
Mark your calendars for this exciting networking event with admission free for attendees showing their business card.
Women’s Conference 4th Annual North Shore Women’s Conference – A Great Opportunity for Your Business!
21 Participating Chambers of Commerce
If you have a woman-owned company, or a company that caters to women, you’ll want to jump on this opportunity for high visibility at the 4th Annual North Shore Women’s Conference on Friday, May 6, 2011.
Our Keynote Speaker, sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield, Celebrity Chef Gale Gand is sure to draw many participants. Gale Gand, executive pastry chef and partner in the four star restaurant TRU in Chicago will share her celebrity experiences and how she got her start.
Presenting Sponsors will receive the following: Listing as Presenting Sponsor with logo on ads, invitations, programs, posters and eblasts. Expo booth in prime location and four luncheon tickets.
If sponsorship is not in your budget, you will definitely want to consider participating as an Exhibitor. The cost of exhibiting is $250 and includes one luncheon ticket.
Women’s networking groups have increased in numbers and popularity in every chamber on the North Shore. Because of this, we know this event is going to be a huge success,
and you’ll want to be a part of it. Over 400 women business owners participated in last year’s event!
Reply to us and we can email them the registration form.
Community Marketing Program
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.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
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Thursday, February 24, 2011
Gail's Weekly Chamber Member News
Right now we have 4 teams bowling tonight to win the trophy for our Chamber (against Edison Park Chamber)! The winning team will also receive trophies! Come out to cheer our teams on!
Tomorrow is our Women in Business, featuring Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, who will tell us how to “Position Yourself for Better Communication”. The full breakfast is catered by Morningfields. Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members. Please RSVP to the Chamber so we’ll have enough food for you! Here’s who has rsvp’d so if you don’t see your name then you’re not confirmed! We usually get a lot more than this so please let us know asap!
Jo Ann Arnswald MB Financial Bank
Martha Berns Dempsey Design
Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design Photographic Artists
Sandra Carey Willow Wellness Center
Suzanne Dahm Park Ridge Garden Club
Tarah Ferren Jason's Deli
Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness
Orit Gordon First Data Independent Sales - Northern Illinois
Gail Haller Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Wilson Hogan Country Financial
Catherine Johns Chicago Hypnosis Center
Thanya Kochmit Side Job Bob of Cook County
Sara Koveleski Kraut Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services
Karen Larsen Generation Connection
Deborah Oberschelp Affordable Interiors by Deborah
Margaret Ptaszynska Periodontics of Niles
Rick Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors
Marko Ratic Express Auto
Jane Saint John H&R Block Premium
Lisa Shewfelt Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Lisa Smith LMN Consulting, LLC
Danuta Winogradzki Danwin Design
Paul’s Dinner & Dance for Kids with Cancer From Member “The Paul Seiwert Foundation” a nonprofit organization:
Dinner & Dance
Hosted by: Thomas & Teresa Seiwert
Saturday, March 5, 2011
6:30pm-Midnight
Park Ridge Country Club
636 North Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Music by Josh and the Empty Pockets
Enjoy Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing
$125 Per Guest | Valet Parking
In Memory of
Paul Thomas Seiwert
12/20/98 - 3/21/08
Proceeds benefit Paul’s Special Friends at
Advocate Lutheran General Children’s Hospital, Park Ridge, IL.
Thank you for helping us keep Paul’s dream alive to fight cancer through research and education.
For more information, contact the Seiwerts at (773) 407-1120 or email paulforkids@aol.com
The Paul Seiwert Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit Organization
Did you know? Did you know…?
• that Deborah Oberschelp of Affordable INTERIORS by Deborah is teaching a NEW class at Oakton Community College in April and May. Entitled "De-Stress Decorating" the class is for anyone looking for fun and easy ways to give their space a new look. 312.909.1255
• Dale Lasky is still looking for professionals to speak about their career in front of a new class at Maine South called "College & Career Connections." 847-692-8346.
Chico’s Raises Money for MCYAF and PR Community Fund! SHOP
of Park Ridge
Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Chico's will match 10% of your total purchase and donate it to MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund.
Not available the 26th? No worry, shop one or two days ahead and let the gals know you're shopping for MCYAF and PRCF - they will make sure your purchase applies.
A simple way to buy for yourself or someone else and give back to many community organizations and the people they serve.
Please forward to your associates, friends and family.
Thank you Chico’s!
For more information on MCYAF visit www.mcyaf.com
For more information on the PRCF visit www.prcommunityfund.org
Drivers Needed Volunteer drivers are needed for the home delivered meals program sponsored by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Older Adult Services.
The volunteers deliver hot lunches Monday through Friday to homebound elderly or disabled individuals in the community who cannot prepare their own meals. Volunteer drivers are asked to donate approximately one hour a week to transport meals to people in the Maine Township community of Park Ridge and Unincorporated Des Plaines. For more information call 847-296-0737
What do you think about… What do you think about getting local businesses to offer discounts and things to do during spring break specifically for kids/teens to attract their business during a week when they may be “stuck” here in Park Ridge?
Submitted by
Cheryll B. DeYoung, Communications Coordinator
MCYAF - Maine Community Youth Assistance Foundation
847-863-1500
info@mcyaf.com
Underage Drinking: Do You Disapprove? Let kids know. If you don't say anything to kids about alcohol use, you may be giving the impression that underage drinking is acceptable.
Park Ridge Weight Loss Challenge! 2011 Park Ridge Team Weight Loss Challenge
Form a team of friends, family or co-workers or be a team of one to take the Park Ridge Team Weight Loss Challenge and get healthy!
Open to everyone 18 and older. If you don’t have a team, you can be assigned to a team or be your own one-person team!
There will be a speaker at every meeting offering tips on healthy living, as well as other nutritional, exercise and health information for teams to succeed!
Weights and/or waist measurements will be kept confidential. Individual weights will NOT be revealed
Wednesday Nights February 2 – March 23 8:00pm-9:00pm
Park Ridge Public Works Building 400 Busse Highway, 2nd floor (just northwest of Jewel at Busse & Greenwood
No pre-registration or fees required. Simply show up and enjoy the results!
Park Ridge Community Health Commission
Working together for a healthy community.
Park Ridge Park District
For more information, please call Teri Collins at 847-456-8267 or email: tcato3@att.net
WineStyles FREE WINE TASTING at WineStyles:
“Dreaming of summer” wine tasting this Friday, February 25th from 5 to 7 with Whitney from Southern wine & spirits. Taste a new Washington Chardonnay, a new French chardonnay, a new rhone blend from France, a old favorite cab/shiraz blend from Australia and a new 6 for $60 washington cab.
Library Fundraiser The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library are hosting the second annual After Hours Event & Fund Raiser - Architecture for the Ages - on Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased at the Circulation Desk in the Lobby or by mail.
Visit: www.parkridgelibrary.org and read the full article under Library News.
We hope you will join us for this very special event, last year tickets were sold out two weeks before the event so don't delay.
Profits from this year's event will be used to purchase new books.
Rainbow Hospice needs some items Rainbow Hospice is looking for donations of new:
• Refrigerators with ice makers and water dispensers - (Two)
• Undercabinet mounted microwaves - (Two)
• Dishwasher - (One)
If you know a guy (or gal) who has access or influence in having one or more of these items donated, can you make a connection for us? I’d appreciate it.
If you want to read a little about the new building we are purchasing for Rainbow Hospice, you can see our info page on our website by going to www.RainbowHospice.org/Growth
-Dave Samson, 847-692-8882.
Rotary The Park Ridge Rotary Club and The Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Hold Combined Meeting
The Park Ridge Rotary Club and Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce had their 2nd Annual Combined lunch meeting at the Summit of Park Ridge on February 16, 2011. Diane Forsythe, President of Park Ridge Rotary, and Gail Haller, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, were co-chairpersons. Carol Pandak of Rotary International was the key note speaker and spoke about Rotary International’s “End Polio Now” campaign.
As many of us are aware, polio has been eradicated in US for decades but it still is an ongoing threat in some parts of the world. Rotary has taken on the goal of completely eliminating polio world wide. This is accomplished by immunizing children in the few third world countries where polio still exists. Until polio is completely eradicated an outbreak is just one airplane ride away from reemerging anywhere in the world.
The Rotary International Foundation recently received a donation of $ 100,000 from a member of the Park Ridge Rotary Club. The donation was designated for use on the “End Polio Now” campaign. With this donation, 500,000 more children will receive the polio vaccine.
The Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce is a growing dynamic organization of local businesses with many new members. At their recent VIP dinner, attended by more than 200 people, Park Ridge Mayor Dave Schmidt installed the new slate of officers and Dave Donovan passed the Presidential gavel to Ms. Jackie Matthews of Rainbow Hospice.
Submitted by Don Ely
Rotary again! The Park Ridge Rotary Club Donates “Coats for Kids” to The Center of Concern.
The Park Ridge Rotary Club donated 30 “Coats for Kids”, just in time for the recent extremely cold weather, to the Park Ridge based non-profit organization The Center of Concern. The Center will distribute the coats to needy children in the area. Even with this donation, there is still a waiting list of kids who need coats. This is the second annual “Coats for Kids” program that the Park Ridge Rotary Club has teamed up with the Center to help kids.
The Center of Concern, located on Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge, is not-for-profit agency offering social services to local area people in need. They have 14 professionals and over 200 dedicated volunteers on staff.
The Park Ridge Rotary Club is a volunteer group of business and community leaders to help others locally, nationally, and internationally. Rotary International has over 1.2 million members in over 200 hundred countries worldwide.
Written By Don Ely, Director of Public Relations
Park Ridge Rotary Club
Boyce Family Eye Care 1st Anniversary! Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd. Invites you to our 1st Anniversary Celebration On Thursday, March 10, 2011 From 4-7pm
At 528 Devon Ave. Park Ridge
As a special gesture to our friends, we are offering 20% off all Coach, DVF, Calvin Klein, Nautica, and Nike glasses and sunglasses
10% off all other glasses/sunglasses
RSVP by March 2 847-518-0303
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in the older population. According to the CDC (Center of Disease Control and Prevention), an estimated 2 million people have macular degeneration, which is expected to increase to almost 3 million by 2020. Meanwhile, another 7.3 million people are at substantial risk for vision loss from macular degeneration.
It may be possible for patients to decrease their risk of macular degeneration by following a plan that emphasizes a diet containing foods high in omega-3 fatty acids (eating fish i.e.salmon), lutein, and zeaxanthin (eating green vegetables, especially leafy green), following a healthy lifestyle (exercising, not smoking, try not to be obese), and protecting the eyes from the damaging effects of blue light (UV).
Nutritional supplements such as vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and omega 3 have been shown effective at reducing the risk of macular degeneration. Nutritional supplements such as lutein and zeaxanthin have been shown to prevent macular degeneration. Results from the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) showed that high levels of antioxidants and zinc reduce the risk of advanced macular degeneration and its associated vision loss. As with all supplements, various nutrients and vitamins may be contraindicated due to an underlying systemic condition (like heart disease and diabetes), so please ask your doctor first.
Pam Boyce, OD, FAAO
Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd.
528 Devon Ave.
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-518-0303
Fax 847-518-0404
Kiwanis Scholarships Available Kiwanis scholarship award is open to Park Ridge residents who are high school seniors at any of our local schools. We are giving away two scholarships- a $1500 and $1000 cash award to the school of their choosing. As our club is focused on children and especially community service, our scholarship winners are normally students who are best able to describe their commitment to giving back to the community in which they live. They are also leaders in the classroom, their school activities, their place of worship, or their workplace. You'll find all the details within the application at http://prkiwanis.park-ridge.il.us/
Resurrection Health: Do you know your numbers? A healthier community starts with us.
Celebrate National Heart Month with the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Resurrection Medical Center by taking the Know Your Numbers Challenge.
To register or make an appointment for any of our Know Your Numbers programs,
call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
Let’s Move our Numbers
Do you know your numbers?
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Blood Pressure
• Total Cholesterol
• Glucose
Did you know that four simple numbers can give you a picture of your overall health and risk for serious conditions like heart disease? Your doctor can help you use the results of these simple screenings to MOVE your numbers toward improved personal health.
Heart Healthy Screening – includes lipid panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL) and glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure screening.
Friday, February 25th from 7:30am – 10:00am
To register or make an appointment call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
A 12-hour fast is required. Fee: $20
Resurrection Medical Center
7435 West Talcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
Rmc.reshealth.org
New Member: River 595 Apartments Open House We will be hosting an After Hours Networking event on March 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. It will be the first opportunity for the public to see our new luxury apartments here in downtown Des Plaines. There will be food, beverages and music. We are planning a Mardi Gras theme for the evening so come on down, and as they say in New Orleans, Laissez les bon temps rouler! (let the good times roll!).
Kirk Steinbruecker
Leasing and Operations Manager
River 595 Apartments
595 S. Des Plaines River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
P 847-827-0595
www.River595.com
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Tomorrow is our Women in Business, featuring Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, who will tell us how to “Position Yourself for Better Communication”. The full breakfast is catered by Morningfields. Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members. Please RSVP to the Chamber so we’ll have enough food for you! Here’s who has rsvp’d so if you don’t see your name then you’re not confirmed! We usually get a lot more than this so please let us know asap!
Jo Ann Arnswald MB Financial Bank
Martha Berns Dempsey Design
Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design Photographic Artists
Sandra Carey Willow Wellness Center
Suzanne Dahm Park Ridge Garden Club
Tarah Ferren Jason's Deli
Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness
Orit Gordon First Data Independent Sales - Northern Illinois
Gail Haller Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
Wilson Hogan Country Financial
Catherine Johns Chicago Hypnosis Center
Thanya Kochmit Side Job Bob of Cook County
Sara Koveleski Kraut Advanced Physical Therapy & Health Services
Karen Larsen Generation Connection
Deborah Oberschelp Affordable Interiors by Deborah
Margaret Ptaszynska Periodontics of Niles
Rick Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors
Marko Ratic Express Auto
Jane Saint John H&R Block Premium
Lisa Shewfelt Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Lisa Smith LMN Consulting, LLC
Danuta Winogradzki Danwin Design
Paul’s Dinner & Dance for Kids with Cancer From Member “The Paul Seiwert Foundation” a nonprofit organization:
Dinner & Dance
Hosted by: Thomas & Teresa Seiwert
Saturday, March 5, 2011
6:30pm-Midnight
Park Ridge Country Club
636 North Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Music by Josh and the Empty Pockets
Enjoy Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing
$125 Per Guest | Valet Parking
In Memory of
Paul Thomas Seiwert
12/20/98 - 3/21/08
Proceeds benefit Paul’s Special Friends at
Advocate Lutheran General Children’s Hospital, Park Ridge, IL.
Thank you for helping us keep Paul’s dream alive to fight cancer through research and education.
For more information, contact the Seiwerts at (773) 407-1120 or email paulforkids@aol.com
The Paul Seiwert Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit Organization
Did you know? Did you know…?
• that Deborah Oberschelp of Affordable INTERIORS by Deborah is teaching a NEW class at Oakton Community College in April and May. Entitled "De-Stress Decorating" the class is for anyone looking for fun and easy ways to give their space a new look. 312.909.1255
• Dale Lasky is still looking for professionals to speak about their career in front of a new class at Maine South called "College & Career Connections." 847-692-8346.
Chico’s Raises Money for MCYAF and PR Community Fund! SHOP
of Park Ridge
Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Chico's will match 10% of your total purchase and donate it to MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund.
Not available the 26th? No worry, shop one or two days ahead and let the gals know you're shopping for MCYAF and PRCF - they will make sure your purchase applies.
A simple way to buy for yourself or someone else and give back to many community organizations and the people they serve.
Please forward to your associates, friends and family.
Thank you Chico’s!
For more information on MCYAF visit www.mcyaf.com
For more information on the PRCF visit www.prcommunityfund.org
Drivers Needed Volunteer drivers are needed for the home delivered meals program sponsored by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital Older Adult Services.
The volunteers deliver hot lunches Monday through Friday to homebound elderly or disabled individuals in the community who cannot prepare their own meals. Volunteer drivers are asked to donate approximately one hour a week to transport meals to people in the Maine Township community of Park Ridge and Unincorporated Des Plaines. For more information call 847-296-0737
What do you think about… What do you think about getting local businesses to offer discounts and things to do during spring break specifically for kids/teens to attract their business during a week when they may be “stuck” here in Park Ridge?
Submitted by
Cheryll B. DeYoung, Communications Coordinator
MCYAF - Maine Community Youth Assistance Foundation
847-863-1500
info@mcyaf.com
Underage Drinking: Do You Disapprove? Let kids know. If you don't say anything to kids about alcohol use, you may be giving the impression that underage drinking is acceptable.
Park Ridge Weight Loss Challenge! 2011 Park Ridge Team Weight Loss Challenge
Form a team of friends, family or co-workers or be a team of one to take the Park Ridge Team Weight Loss Challenge and get healthy!
Open to everyone 18 and older. If you don’t have a team, you can be assigned to a team or be your own one-person team!
There will be a speaker at every meeting offering tips on healthy living, as well as other nutritional, exercise and health information for teams to succeed!
Weights and/or waist measurements will be kept confidential. Individual weights will NOT be revealed
Wednesday Nights February 2 – March 23 8:00pm-9:00pm
Park Ridge Public Works Building 400 Busse Highway, 2nd floor (just northwest of Jewel at Busse & Greenwood
No pre-registration or fees required. Simply show up and enjoy the results!
Park Ridge Community Health Commission
Working together for a healthy community.
Park Ridge Park District
For more information, please call Teri Collins at 847-456-8267 or email: tcato3@att.net
WineStyles FREE WINE TASTING at WineStyles:
“Dreaming of summer” wine tasting this Friday, February 25th from 5 to 7 with Whitney from Southern wine & spirits. Taste a new Washington Chardonnay, a new French chardonnay, a new rhone blend from France, a old favorite cab/shiraz blend from Australia and a new 6 for $60 washington cab.
Library Fundraiser The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library are hosting the second annual After Hours Event & Fund Raiser - Architecture for the Ages - on Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased at the Circulation Desk in the Lobby or by mail.
Visit: www.parkridgelibrary.org and read the full article under Library News.
We hope you will join us for this very special event, last year tickets were sold out two weeks before the event so don't delay.
Profits from this year's event will be used to purchase new books.
Rainbow Hospice needs some items Rainbow Hospice is looking for donations of new:
• Refrigerators with ice makers and water dispensers - (Two)
• Undercabinet mounted microwaves - (Two)
• Dishwasher - (One)
If you know a guy (or gal) who has access or influence in having one or more of these items donated, can you make a connection for us? I’d appreciate it.
If you want to read a little about the new building we are purchasing for Rainbow Hospice, you can see our info page on our website by going to www.RainbowHospice.org/Growth
-Dave Samson, 847-692-8882.
Rotary The Park Ridge Rotary Club and The Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Hold Combined Meeting
The Park Ridge Rotary Club and Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce had their 2nd Annual Combined lunch meeting at the Summit of Park Ridge on February 16, 2011. Diane Forsythe, President of Park Ridge Rotary, and Gail Haller, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, were co-chairpersons. Carol Pandak of Rotary International was the key note speaker and spoke about Rotary International’s “End Polio Now” campaign.
As many of us are aware, polio has been eradicated in US for decades but it still is an ongoing threat in some parts of the world. Rotary has taken on the goal of completely eliminating polio world wide. This is accomplished by immunizing children in the few third world countries where polio still exists. Until polio is completely eradicated an outbreak is just one airplane ride away from reemerging anywhere in the world.
The Rotary International Foundation recently received a donation of $ 100,000 from a member of the Park Ridge Rotary Club. The donation was designated for use on the “End Polio Now” campaign. With this donation, 500,000 more children will receive the polio vaccine.
The Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce is a growing dynamic organization of local businesses with many new members. At their recent VIP dinner, attended by more than 200 people, Park Ridge Mayor Dave Schmidt installed the new slate of officers and Dave Donovan passed the Presidential gavel to Ms. Jackie Matthews of Rainbow Hospice.
Submitted by Don Ely
Rotary again! The Park Ridge Rotary Club Donates “Coats for Kids” to The Center of Concern.
The Park Ridge Rotary Club donated 30 “Coats for Kids”, just in time for the recent extremely cold weather, to the Park Ridge based non-profit organization The Center of Concern. The Center will distribute the coats to needy children in the area. Even with this donation, there is still a waiting list of kids who need coats. This is the second annual “Coats for Kids” program that the Park Ridge Rotary Club has teamed up with the Center to help kids.
The Center of Concern, located on Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge, is not-for-profit agency offering social services to local area people in need. They have 14 professionals and over 200 dedicated volunteers on staff.
The Park Ridge Rotary Club is a volunteer group of business and community leaders to help others locally, nationally, and internationally. Rotary International has over 1.2 million members in over 200 hundred countries worldwide.
Written By Don Ely, Director of Public Relations
Park Ridge Rotary Club
Boyce Family Eye Care 1st Anniversary! Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd. Invites you to our 1st Anniversary Celebration On Thursday, March 10, 2011 From 4-7pm
At 528 Devon Ave. Park Ridge
As a special gesture to our friends, we are offering 20% off all Coach, DVF, Calvin Klein, Nautica, and Nike glasses and sunglasses
10% off all other glasses/sunglasses
RSVP by March 2 847-518-0303
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of visual impairment and blindness in the older population. According to the CDC (Center of Disease Control and Prevention), an estimated 2 million people have macular degeneration, which is expected to increase to almost 3 million by 2020. Meanwhile, another 7.3 million people are at substantial risk for vision loss from macular degeneration.
It may be possible for patients to decrease their risk of macular degeneration by following a plan that emphasizes a diet containing foods high in omega-3 fatty acids (eating fish i.e.salmon), lutein, and zeaxanthin (eating green vegetables, especially leafy green), following a healthy lifestyle (exercising, not smoking, try not to be obese), and protecting the eyes from the damaging effects of blue light (UV).
Nutritional supplements such as vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and omega 3 have been shown effective at reducing the risk of macular degeneration. Nutritional supplements such as lutein and zeaxanthin have been shown to prevent macular degeneration. Results from the Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) showed that high levels of antioxidants and zinc reduce the risk of advanced macular degeneration and its associated vision loss. As with all supplements, various nutrients and vitamins may be contraindicated due to an underlying systemic condition (like heart disease and diabetes), so please ask your doctor first.
Pam Boyce, OD, FAAO
Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd.
528 Devon Ave.
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-518-0303
Fax 847-518-0404
Kiwanis Scholarships Available Kiwanis scholarship award is open to Park Ridge residents who are high school seniors at any of our local schools. We are giving away two scholarships- a $1500 and $1000 cash award to the school of their choosing. As our club is focused on children and especially community service, our scholarship winners are normally students who are best able to describe their commitment to giving back to the community in which they live. They are also leaders in the classroom, their school activities, their place of worship, or their workplace. You'll find all the details within the application at http://prkiwanis.park-ridge.il.us/
Resurrection Health: Do you know your numbers? A healthier community starts with us.
Celebrate National Heart Month with the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Resurrection Medical Center by taking the Know Your Numbers Challenge.
To register or make an appointment for any of our Know Your Numbers programs,
call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
Let’s Move our Numbers
Do you know your numbers?
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Blood Pressure
• Total Cholesterol
• Glucose
Did you know that four simple numbers can give you a picture of your overall health and risk for serious conditions like heart disease? Your doctor can help you use the results of these simple screenings to MOVE your numbers toward improved personal health.
Heart Healthy Screening – includes lipid panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL) and glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure screening.
Friday, February 25th from 7:30am – 10:00am
To register or make an appointment call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
A 12-hour fast is required. Fee: $20
Resurrection Medical Center
7435 West Talcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
Rmc.reshealth.org
New Member: River 595 Apartments Open House We will be hosting an After Hours Networking event on March 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. It will be the first opportunity for the public to see our new luxury apartments here in downtown Des Plaines. There will be food, beverages and music. We are planning a Mardi Gras theme for the evening so come on down, and as they say in New Orleans, Laissez les bon temps rouler! (let the good times roll!).
Kirk Steinbruecker
Leasing and Operations Manager
River 595 Apartments
595 S. Des Plaines River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
P 847-827-0595
www.River595.com
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Monday, February 21, 2011
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
There is a lot going on this week! I hope you can one or two or all of the events! New Member orientation, Business After Hours, and Women in Business – just to name a few!
Here’s an example of two Chamber members working together: Coldwell Banker is having a fundraising event tomorrow at Houlihan’s for the Ronald McDonald House from 11:00 A.M. – 11:00 P.M. and Houlihan’s will donate 20% of food sales to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana on behalf of Coldwell Banker. Pick up a flyer at the Coldwell Banker front reception desk at 27 N. Northwest Hwy, Park Ridge before 7 p.m. tomorrow as you need to show it at Houlihan’s.
Last week we had a fabulous luncheon at the Summit of Uptown where we had the joint Rotary and Chamber meeting and heard Carol Pandak talk about the Rotary’s efforts to eradicate polio.
When you attend our monthly luncheon, you have the opportunity to throw your business card in a drawing to be in the ‘Spotlight’ for our monthly newsletter: Chamber Connection! So Nichole Squires from Comfort Inn/O’Hare was selected. That’s one of the many rewards and benefits of attending the monthly networking luncheon!
Tell me your story – have you done business with people you’ve met at the luncheons? Or at other Chamber events – I’d love to tell your story!
Last week was Valentines Day – I know of 2 birthdays – Chris Valentine (how appropriate!), Edward Jones, and our very own Chamber president, Jackie Mathews from Rainbow Hospice both celebrate Valentine birthdays.
Dorothy celebrated her 11th anniversary with the Chamber on Feb. 16 – which is also my wedding anniversary!
What’s your celebration?
The Chamber Board met last week and approved two new members:
1. Wide Open West Phone, Internet, and Cable
2. River 596 Apartments (they’re having a big open house party – read down for it!)
The Board also approved 2 motions to:
i. Support the efforts to save the Iannelli Studios
ii. Support a reinstatement of the funding for the façade improvement program by the Park Ridge City Council.
February 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am, New Member Orientation, Ambassadors
February 22, Tuesday, 10:30am – 11:30am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
February 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Health Care Forum Monthly Meeting
February 24, Thursday, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge-Edison Park Bowling Challenge, Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted, Includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers, Cash Bar, Prizes for Teams of 4 - $25 members & $30 prospective members, $13 if you just want to come for the food and the fun! Trophies for winning team AND Chamber!!!
February 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, “Position Yourself for Better Communication” Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members. Catered breakfast by Morningfields.
March 3, Thursday, 10:00am – 11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) Monthly Meeting at Regus, 350 S. NW Highway, Suite 300 – Come hear a reporter from TribLocal.com discuss how to get your press releases to print!
March 4, Friday, 9:00am – 10:30am Membership Committee Monthly Meeting
March 9, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon, D’Agostino’s Pizza- 742 W. Higgins Road, Park Ridge. Speaker: Author Johnna Parr “Do More, Be More, Earn More”
March 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum – Joe Campagna, Grant Merchant Services, “Turn Your Outstanding Accounts Receivable into $$$ Faster: how to get an outstanding invoice paid in less time”
March 10, Thursday, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Boyce Family Eye Care, 528 Devon Avenue.
March 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting
March 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting
March 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting
March 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
March 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:30am Health Care Forum
THE LARGEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING EVENT IN 2011!
The Regional Business Expo and Restaurant Showcase will be held on Wednesday, April 6th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at The Meadows Club, 2950 Golf Road, Rolling Meadows.
Thirteen local Chambers are participating and there are $500 and $250 sponsorship opportunities available or the Exhibit Table ($200 early bird or $225 after 3/15) and $50 Restaurant Exhibit opportunities.
Contact the Chamber for the registration form with all the details. Final payments due by March 31st.
Mark your calendars for this exciting networking event with admission free for attendees showing their business card.
4th Annual North Shore Women’s Conference – A Great Opportunity for Your Business!
21 Participating Chambers of Commerce
If you have a woman-owned company, or a company that caters to women, you’ll want to jump on this opportunity for high visibility at the 4th Annual North Shore Women’s Conference on Friday, May 6, 2011.
Our Keynote Speaker, sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield, Celebrity Chef Gale Gand is sure to draw many participants. Gale Gand, executive pastry chef and partner in the four star restaurant TRU in Chicago will share her celebrity experiences and how she got her start.
Presenting Sponsors will receive the following: Listing as Presenting Sponsor with logo on ads, invitations, programs, posters and eblasts. Expo booth in prime location and four luncheon tickets.
If sponsorship is not in your budget, you will definitely want to consider participating as an Exhibitor. The cost of exhibiting is $250 and includes one luncheon ticket.
Women’s networking groups have increased in numbers and popularity in every chamber on the North Shore. Because of this, we know this event is going to be a huge success,
and you’ll want to be a part of it. Over 400 women business owners participated in last year’s event!
Reply to us and we can email them the registration form.
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Here’s an example of two Chamber members working together: Coldwell Banker is having a fundraising event tomorrow at Houlihan’s for the Ronald McDonald House from 11:00 A.M. – 11:00 P.M. and Houlihan’s will donate 20% of food sales to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Chicagoland and Northwest Indiana on behalf of Coldwell Banker. Pick up a flyer at the Coldwell Banker front reception desk at 27 N. Northwest Hwy, Park Ridge before 7 p.m. tomorrow as you need to show it at Houlihan’s.
Last week we had a fabulous luncheon at the Summit of Uptown where we had the joint Rotary and Chamber meeting and heard Carol Pandak talk about the Rotary’s efforts to eradicate polio.
When you attend our monthly luncheon, you have the opportunity to throw your business card in a drawing to be in the ‘Spotlight’ for our monthly newsletter: Chamber Connection! So Nichole Squires from Comfort Inn/O’Hare was selected. That’s one of the many rewards and benefits of attending the monthly networking luncheon!
Tell me your story – have you done business with people you’ve met at the luncheons? Or at other Chamber events – I’d love to tell your story!
Last week was Valentines Day – I know of 2 birthdays – Chris Valentine (how appropriate!), Edward Jones, and our very own Chamber president, Jackie Mathews from Rainbow Hospice both celebrate Valentine birthdays.
Dorothy celebrated her 11th anniversary with the Chamber on Feb. 16 – which is also my wedding anniversary!
What’s your celebration?
The Chamber Board met last week and approved two new members:
1. Wide Open West Phone, Internet, and Cable
2. River 596 Apartments (they’re having a big open house party – read down for it!)
The Board also approved 2 motions to:
i. Support the efforts to save the Iannelli Studios
ii. Support a reinstatement of the funding for the façade improvement program by the Park Ridge City Council.
February 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am, New Member Orientation, Ambassadors
February 22, Tuesday, 10:30am – 11:30am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
February 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Health Care Forum Monthly Meeting
February 24, Thursday, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge-Edison Park Bowling Challenge, Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted, Includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers, Cash Bar, Prizes for Teams of 4 - $25 members & $30 prospective members, $13 if you just want to come for the food and the fun! Trophies for winning team AND Chamber!!!
February 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, “Position Yourself for Better Communication” Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members. Catered breakfast by Morningfields.
March 3, Thursday, 10:00am – 11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) Monthly Meeting at Regus, 350 S. NW Highway, Suite 300 – Come hear a reporter from TribLocal.com discuss how to get your press releases to print!
March 4, Friday, 9:00am – 10:30am Membership Committee Monthly Meeting
March 9, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon, D’Agostino’s Pizza- 742 W. Higgins Road, Park Ridge. Speaker: Author Johnna Parr “Do More, Be More, Earn More”
March 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum – Joe Campagna, Grant Merchant Services, “Turn Your Outstanding Accounts Receivable into $$$ Faster: how to get an outstanding invoice paid in less time”
March 10, Thursday, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Boyce Family Eye Care, 528 Devon Avenue.
March 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting
March 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting
March 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting
March 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
March 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:30am Health Care Forum
THE LARGEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE NETWORKING EVENT IN 2011!
The Regional Business Expo and Restaurant Showcase will be held on Wednesday, April 6th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm at The Meadows Club, 2950 Golf Road, Rolling Meadows.
Thirteen local Chambers are participating and there are $500 and $250 sponsorship opportunities available or the Exhibit Table ($200 early bird or $225 after 3/15) and $50 Restaurant Exhibit opportunities.
Contact the Chamber for the registration form with all the details. Final payments due by March 31st.
Mark your calendars for this exciting networking event with admission free for attendees showing their business card.
4th Annual North Shore Women’s Conference – A Great Opportunity for Your Business!
21 Participating Chambers of Commerce
If you have a woman-owned company, or a company that caters to women, you’ll want to jump on this opportunity for high visibility at the 4th Annual North Shore Women’s Conference on Friday, May 6, 2011.
Our Keynote Speaker, sponsored by Whitehall of Deerfield, Celebrity Chef Gale Gand is sure to draw many participants. Gale Gand, executive pastry chef and partner in the four star restaurant TRU in Chicago will share her celebrity experiences and how she got her start.
Presenting Sponsors will receive the following: Listing as Presenting Sponsor with logo on ads, invitations, programs, posters and eblasts. Expo booth in prime location and four luncheon tickets.
If sponsorship is not in your budget, you will definitely want to consider participating as an Exhibitor. The cost of exhibiting is $250 and includes one luncheon ticket.
Women’s networking groups have increased in numbers and popularity in every chamber on the North Shore. Because of this, we know this event is going to be a huge success,
and you’ll want to be a part of it. Over 400 women business owners participated in last year’s event!
Reply to us and we can email them the registration form.
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Member Update February 17, 2011
February 17, 2011
Member Update
A Note From Gail:
Hope to see you this evening at Express Auto’s grand opening & ribbon cutting at 1714East Oakton Street in Des Plaines. It’s a joint event with Des Plaines Chamber so come out with business cards, congratulate Marko, eat, drink, check out the place – and network! The Des Plaines mayor will be cutting the ribbon with Marko and Park Ridge will be there as a show of support for a member!
Did you know that Dorothy celebrated 11 years with the Chamber yesterday? You can congratulate her at Dorothy@ParkRidgeChamber.org !!!
Today’s update is chock-full of lots of good stuff! Thanks for sending me all your news. Make sure you post online too! And make sure to go to facebook.com/shopparkridgeil and like it.
Please pay your dues if you haven’t done so yet – thanks!
Sad News I’m sorry to inform you that Hugh Mathis from Resurrection Development Foundation passed away recently. I always loved seeing him in his beautiful bow ties which he actually tied by hand. Hugh will be missed.
Did you know? Did you know…?
• That Chickie’s Diner supports PAWS Chicago, a no-kill animal shelter and accepts donations for PAWS at their diner?
• That the Chamber lists job postings on our website? There are 2 listed right now!
• 2 Sisters Grand Opening Open Now! Visit our NEW Location
3828 N. Lincoln, Chicago NEW SPRING COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE!
• Comfort Inn O’Hare is the official hotel partner for the Chicago Rush Football Team! www.arenarush.com
• Dale Lasky is looking for professionals to speak about their career in front of a new class at Maine South called "College & Career Connections." 847-692-8346.
• Rosemary Mulligan recently moved her District Office to 1420 Renaissance Drive, Suite 306, Park Ridge. Phone: (847) 297-6533; Fax: (847) 297-2978; repmulligan@usa.net.
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Kidwinks.com on TV (again!) Kidwinks on TV! – The Chamber’s very own Jean and Nina of Kidwinks.com were on WGN-TV last Tuesday talking about where to take your little girl to make her feel like a princess and other princess activities in and around Chicago. They were looking very princess-like themselves. Check it out.
WineStyles Join us Friday evening February 18th for the famous Larry Kuhn from Metro premium wine tasting, if you haven't met Larry yet, you're in for a treat!
$5 per person or FREE for Wine Club Members 5 TO 8
taste new sauvignon blanc from New Zealand, sample a new champagne, taste a new spanish red, a new italian red blend made in california, a new petit syrah, a new cab and enjoy... maybe drink some water in between!
Start out your weekend at WineStyles Park Ridge
Kalo: 2/20 Fundraiser A program about Margaret Iannelli entitled “The Fragile Flower” will be presented at Park Ridge Community Church Sunday, Feb. 20, at 1 p.m. by Tim Samuelson, cultural historian for the City of Chicago.
Come and find out all about the “other Iannelli” who lived and worked at Iannelli Studios in Park Ridge. Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce is supporting the effort to preserve the building at 255 N. Northwest Highway which is the subject of a zoning hearing Tuesday, Feb. 22, at City Hall at 7 p.m.
The Save Iannelli Studios preservation group is asking that a rezoning from B1 to R4 be denied or deferred in order to give the group adequate time to pursue the vision of transforming the building that most people know in Park Ridge as the former Audrey's Calico and Old Lace into a vibrant community gathering place energized by every facet of the Park Ridge art colony legacy.
Because of a matching grant from an anonymous donor, it is within the grasp of the group to preserve this building providing an extraordinary opportunity for Park Ridge to tell this gripping story and its connection to our town. Donations for the Sunday program ($5 is suggested) will benefit the effort. Donations may also be sent to Kalo Foundation, P.O. Box 791, Park Ridge, IL 60068.
http://kalofoundation.org/
Betsy adds:
On Feb. 22th we need everyone at the Planning & Zoning meeting. Be at City Hall by 6:45 PM so we can give you a talking point. Nancy Frugoli has made us silver ribbons to wear. BRING people with you. We need numbers.
We are collecting about $300.00 per day. We need $2,000.00 per day to meet our goal by July 4th. PLEASE ask your friends & neighbors to donate or at least send them a brochure.
Chico’s Raises Money for MCYAF and PR Community Fund! SHOP
of Park Ridge
Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Chico's will match 10% of your total purchase and donate it to MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund.
Not available the 26th? No worry, shop one or two days ahead and let the gals know you're shopping for MCYAF and PRCF - they will make sure your purchase applies.
Print Your Personal Invitation Click Here
A simple way to buy for yourself or someone else and give back to many community organizations and the people they serve.
Please forward to your associates, friends and family.
Thank you Chico’s!
For more information on MCYAF visit www.mcyaf.com
For more information on the PRCF visit www.prcommunityfund.org
More from Chico’s We're having our Style Secrets event starting Monday, 2/14, through Monday, 2/21.
Enjoy 20% off (plus your 5% passport) on everything you purchase! AND ... you can come back throughout the week to take advantage of this offer. We'll be sharing some of our Style Secrets on our newest spring looks, and new merchandise will be arriving daily. See you this week!
The Uptown Girls at Chico's in Park Ridge
847-292-1513
Mary Todd Lincoln Meet Mary Todd Lincoln
at Summit of Uptown program on President’s Day
Come and hear about The Trials of Mrs. Abraham Lincoln at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Touhy, Park Ridge, on Monday, Feb.21, at 2 p.m. when Lynn Rymarz, author and storyteller introduces us to Mary Todd Lincoln. From her days in Springfield, IL where she meets and marries Abraham Lincoln to the White House and beyond, hear the joys and trials she experiences along the way including her time as “First Lady” and her stay in an insane asylum in Batavia, IL. There is no charge for the program and light refreshments will be served.
For further information or reservations, which are required, call 847-825-1161 Ext. 129. Guests are encouraged to arrive early or stay late for tours of the newly renovated retirement community. Parking is available in the Uptown City garage across the street. For a list of other entertaining events at Summit, visit www.summitofuptown.com.
Susan Scatchell Susan Scatchell has been invited to represent the Alzheimer's Association-Greater Illinois Chapter at their Walk Star Conference in Atlanta, Georgia February 16-19th. Susan has been the chairperson for the Chicago Memory Walk for the past two years. This is an opportunity for other chapters and walk chairs to share success stories, fundraising ideas, team recruitment and sponsorship from other chapters across the country.
Alzheimer's affectes over 5 million people (and their families) in the United States alone.
Library Fundraiser The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library are hosting the second annual After Hours Event & Fund Raiser - Architecture for the Ages - on Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased at the Circulation Desk in the Lobby or by mail.
Visit: www.parkridgelibrary.org and read the full article under Library News.
We hope you will join us for this very special event, last year tickets were sold out two weeks before the event so don't delay.
Profits from this year's event will be used to purchase new books.
Relay for Life
American Cancer Society American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Des Plaines, Park Ridge Kicks off March 1st
Friends, neighbors and cancer survivors are coming together for an energizing celebration on Wednesday March 1, 6:30pm.to kick off the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Des Plaines, Park Ridge. Anyone who wishes to form a team, volunteer to help with planning the event, or wants to hear more about this year’s highlights is encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served.
Relay For Life is an overnight event to “Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back.” The event celebrates the lives of those who have had cancer, remembers loved ones lost to the disease and rallies individuals to fight back against a disease that takes too much. Teams raise funds, before and during the event, to fight cancer. Relay For Life of Des Plaines, Park Ridge will be held from 6:00pm June 24 to 6:00am June 25 at Maine West High School in Des Plaines.
For more information, contact the American Cancer Society at 847-368-1166 or visit relayforlifedesplaines.com
Boyce Family Eye Care 1st Anniversary! Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd. Invites you to our 1st Anniversary Celebration On Thursday, March 10, 2011 From 4-7pm
At 528 Devon Ave. Park Ridge
As a special gesture to our friends, we are offering 20% off all Coach, DVF, Calvin Klein, Nautica, and Nike glasses and sunglasses
10% off all other glasses/sunglasses
RSVP by March 2 847-518-0303
Kiwanis Scholarships Available Kiwanis scholarship award is open to Park Ridge residents who are high school seniors at any of our local schools. We are giving away two scholarships- a $1500 and $1000 cash award to the school of their choosing. As our club is focused on children and especially community service, our scholarship winners are normally students who are best able to describe their commitment to giving back to the community in which they live. They are also leaders in the classroom, their school activities, their place of worship, or their workplace. You'll find all the details within the application at http://prkiwanis.park-ridge.il.us/
Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique
Stop In and Check out Tons of NEW SPRING ARRIVALS!
Including YOUR Favorite Daily Tea with Spring dresses
as low as $24! We are Also having a HUGE SALE on lots of our Toddler Clothing! Sales include 40% OFF original price on Select Clothing! An Additional 25% OFF Already Marked Down Items!
$10 and $12 Baskets!
Resurrection Health: Do you know your numbers? A healthier community starts with us.
Celebrate National Heart Month with the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Resurrection Medical Center by taking the Know Your Numbers Challenge.
To register or make an appointment for any of our Know Your Numbers programs,
call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
Let’s Move our Numbers
Do you know your numbers?
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Blood Pressure
• Total Cholesterol
• Glucose
Did you know that four simple numbers can give you a picture of your overall health and risk for serious conditions like heart disease? Your doctor can help you use the results of these simple screenings to MOVE your numbers toward improved personal health.
Heart Healthy Screening – includes lipid panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL) and glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure screening.
Friday, February 25th from 7:30am – 10:00am
To register or make an appointment call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
A 12-hour fast is required. Fee: $20
Resurrection Medical Center
7435 West Talcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
Rmc.reshealth.org
TriPilates – 5 years! TriPilates Celebrates Five Years in Business!
Feb 19 FREE Open House / Demonstration from 11:30am -1:00pm, following by the SPRING TRAINING RUNNER'S WORKSHOP $30, from 1:00pm-3:00pm
The moon is full, the snow is melting, and love is still in the air!
TriPilates invites you, your friends and family to JOIN US! Stop by for a few minutes this Saturday, try the equipment, observe the incredibly powerful and graceful movements of the Classical Pilates Method.
Stay for the workshop to jumpstart up your fitness program this Spring! No pressure, just stop by, have a refreshment, pick up a brochure, introduce your friends and family to your new passion.
We know it's ours and we want to share.
New Member: River 595 Apartments Open House We will be hosting an After Hours Networking event on March 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. It will be the first opportunity for the public to see our new luxury apartments here in downtown Des Plaines. There will be food, beverages and music. We are planning a Mardi Gras theme for the evening so come on down, and as they say in New Orleans, Laissez les bon temps rouler! (let the good times roll!).
Kirk Steinbruecker
Leasing and Operations Manager
River 595 Apartments
595 S. Des Plaines River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
P 847-827-0595
www.River595.com
Lose weight with friends! Employees at City Hall are trying to start up their Weight Watchers program again which proved to be successful
last year. They are looking for 5 more individuals to join their group that would meet at City Hall during the lunch hour one day a week. Interested? Contact Cheryl at 847/318-5464.
V-Tone Vitamins V-Tone Vitamins Present Member Appreciation Cocktail Party & Health Seminar With Special guest Speaker Dr. Scott Terry from The Ardent Center, Tony Barbanente Operator /Trainer of V-Tone Fitness & Co-Owner of V-Tone Vitamins and Duilio Lopez Trainer of V-Tone Fitness & Co-Owner of V-Tone Vitamins.
Special Event held on Thursday February 17th 2011 at 6:30pm
Hosted by Via Veneto Restaurant 6340 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60659
This event will offer appetizers & an open cash bar. Please R.S.P.V. by phone or email
Space is limited!! 312-929-3125 or info@vtonefitness.com
Set your calendar, a FREE opportunity to get out and meet new people and learn useful information regarding your health & wellness.
You have nothing to lose, you can only gain by learning insightful information regarding your mind & body!
Visit our websites: www.VToneFitness.com www.VToneVitamins.com
Patch.com Patch.com has a local reporter that lives in the community and reports on everything that is going on in their respective Patch/Community. Each reporter is focusing on different topics daily, for example Niles Patch has several columns, for example of the most popular is called "Mom's Talk" and the idea is to communicate what is on their mind, the latest topic is at what age can kids walk around the neighborhood alone http://niles.patch.com/articles/moms-talk-at-what-age-can-kids-walk-around-neighborhood-alonetalk
Some of Niles is part of Maine Township and District 64 there is often good information on the site. For example; The Illinois State Board of Education just recognized Emerson with its Academic Excellence Award http://niles.patch.com/articles/emersons-benka-gets-illinois-assistant-principal-of-year-award.
Find excellent information on District 64 in addition to good eats, moms talk, and more on the Niles Patch at niles.patch.com
Kimberly DiFranco
Advertising Manager
Patch Media - An AOL Company
kimberly.difranco@patch.com
☎ 847.505.6447
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Member Update
A Note From Gail:
Hope to see you this evening at Express Auto’s grand opening & ribbon cutting at 1714East Oakton Street in Des Plaines. It’s a joint event with Des Plaines Chamber so come out with business cards, congratulate Marko, eat, drink, check out the place – and network! The Des Plaines mayor will be cutting the ribbon with Marko and Park Ridge will be there as a show of support for a member!
Did you know that Dorothy celebrated 11 years with the Chamber yesterday? You can congratulate her at Dorothy@ParkRidgeChamber.org !!!
Today’s update is chock-full of lots of good stuff! Thanks for sending me all your news. Make sure you post online too! And make sure to go to facebook.com/shopparkridgeil and like it.
Please pay your dues if you haven’t done so yet – thanks!
Sad News I’m sorry to inform you that Hugh Mathis from Resurrection Development Foundation passed away recently. I always loved seeing him in his beautiful bow ties which he actually tied by hand. Hugh will be missed.
Did you know? Did you know…?
• That Chickie’s Diner supports PAWS Chicago, a no-kill animal shelter and accepts donations for PAWS at their diner?
• That the Chamber lists job postings on our website? There are 2 listed right now!
• 2 Sisters Grand Opening Open Now! Visit our NEW Location
3828 N. Lincoln, Chicago NEW SPRING COLLECTION NOW AVAILABLE!
• Comfort Inn O’Hare is the official hotel partner for the Chicago Rush Football Team! www.arenarush.com
• Dale Lasky is looking for professionals to speak about their career in front of a new class at Maine South called "College & Career Connections." 847-692-8346.
• Rosemary Mulligan recently moved her District Office to 1420 Renaissance Drive, Suite 306, Park Ridge. Phone: (847) 297-6533; Fax: (847) 297-2978; repmulligan@usa.net.
•
Kidwinks.com on TV (again!) Kidwinks on TV! – The Chamber’s very own Jean and Nina of Kidwinks.com were on WGN-TV last Tuesday talking about where to take your little girl to make her feel like a princess and other princess activities in and around Chicago. They were looking very princess-like themselves. Check it out.
WineStyles Join us Friday evening February 18th for the famous Larry Kuhn from Metro premium wine tasting, if you haven't met Larry yet, you're in for a treat!
$5 per person or FREE for Wine Club Members 5 TO 8
taste new sauvignon blanc from New Zealand, sample a new champagne, taste a new spanish red, a new italian red blend made in california, a new petit syrah, a new cab and enjoy... maybe drink some water in between!
Start out your weekend at WineStyles Park Ridge
Kalo: 2/20 Fundraiser A program about Margaret Iannelli entitled “The Fragile Flower” will be presented at Park Ridge Community Church Sunday, Feb. 20, at 1 p.m. by Tim Samuelson, cultural historian for the City of Chicago.
Come and find out all about the “other Iannelli” who lived and worked at Iannelli Studios in Park Ridge. Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce is supporting the effort to preserve the building at 255 N. Northwest Highway which is the subject of a zoning hearing Tuesday, Feb. 22, at City Hall at 7 p.m.
The Save Iannelli Studios preservation group is asking that a rezoning from B1 to R4 be denied or deferred in order to give the group adequate time to pursue the vision of transforming the building that most people know in Park Ridge as the former Audrey's Calico and Old Lace into a vibrant community gathering place energized by every facet of the Park Ridge art colony legacy.
Because of a matching grant from an anonymous donor, it is within the grasp of the group to preserve this building providing an extraordinary opportunity for Park Ridge to tell this gripping story and its connection to our town. Donations for the Sunday program ($5 is suggested) will benefit the effort. Donations may also be sent to Kalo Foundation, P.O. Box 791, Park Ridge, IL 60068.
http://kalofoundation.org/
Betsy adds:
On Feb. 22th we need everyone at the Planning & Zoning meeting. Be at City Hall by 6:45 PM so we can give you a talking point. Nancy Frugoli has made us silver ribbons to wear. BRING people with you. We need numbers.
We are collecting about $300.00 per day. We need $2,000.00 per day to meet our goal by July 4th. PLEASE ask your friends & neighbors to donate or at least send them a brochure.
Chico’s Raises Money for MCYAF and PR Community Fund! SHOP
of Park Ridge
Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Chico's will match 10% of your total purchase and donate it to MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund.
Not available the 26th? No worry, shop one or two days ahead and let the gals know you're shopping for MCYAF and PRCF - they will make sure your purchase applies.
Print Your Personal Invitation Click Here
A simple way to buy for yourself or someone else and give back to many community organizations and the people they serve.
Please forward to your associates, friends and family.
Thank you Chico’s!
For more information on MCYAF visit www.mcyaf.com
For more information on the PRCF visit www.prcommunityfund.org
More from Chico’s We're having our Style Secrets event starting Monday, 2/14, through Monday, 2/21.
Enjoy 20% off (plus your 5% passport) on everything you purchase! AND ... you can come back throughout the week to take advantage of this offer. We'll be sharing some of our Style Secrets on our newest spring looks, and new merchandise will be arriving daily. See you this week!
The Uptown Girls at Chico's in Park Ridge
847-292-1513
Mary Todd Lincoln Meet Mary Todd Lincoln
at Summit of Uptown program on President’s Day
Come and hear about The Trials of Mrs. Abraham Lincoln at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Touhy, Park Ridge, on Monday, Feb.21, at 2 p.m. when Lynn Rymarz, author and storyteller introduces us to Mary Todd Lincoln. From her days in Springfield, IL where she meets and marries Abraham Lincoln to the White House and beyond, hear the joys and trials she experiences along the way including her time as “First Lady” and her stay in an insane asylum in Batavia, IL. There is no charge for the program and light refreshments will be served.
For further information or reservations, which are required, call 847-825-1161 Ext. 129. Guests are encouraged to arrive early or stay late for tours of the newly renovated retirement community. Parking is available in the Uptown City garage across the street. For a list of other entertaining events at Summit, visit www.summitofuptown.com.
Susan Scatchell Susan Scatchell has been invited to represent the Alzheimer's Association-Greater Illinois Chapter at their Walk Star Conference in Atlanta, Georgia February 16-19th. Susan has been the chairperson for the Chicago Memory Walk for the past two years. This is an opportunity for other chapters and walk chairs to share success stories, fundraising ideas, team recruitment and sponsorship from other chapters across the country.
Alzheimer's affectes over 5 million people (and their families) in the United States alone.
Library Fundraiser The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library are hosting the second annual After Hours Event & Fund Raiser - Architecture for the Ages - on Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased at the Circulation Desk in the Lobby or by mail.
Visit: www.parkridgelibrary.org and read the full article under Library News.
We hope you will join us for this very special event, last year tickets were sold out two weeks before the event so don't delay.
Profits from this year's event will be used to purchase new books.
Relay for Life
American Cancer Society American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Des Plaines, Park Ridge Kicks off March 1st
Friends, neighbors and cancer survivors are coming together for an energizing celebration on Wednesday March 1, 6:30pm.to kick off the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Des Plaines, Park Ridge. Anyone who wishes to form a team, volunteer to help with planning the event, or wants to hear more about this year’s highlights is encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served.
Relay For Life is an overnight event to “Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back.” The event celebrates the lives of those who have had cancer, remembers loved ones lost to the disease and rallies individuals to fight back against a disease that takes too much. Teams raise funds, before and during the event, to fight cancer. Relay For Life of Des Plaines, Park Ridge will be held from 6:00pm June 24 to 6:00am June 25 at Maine West High School in Des Plaines.
For more information, contact the American Cancer Society at 847-368-1166 or visit relayforlifedesplaines.com
Boyce Family Eye Care 1st Anniversary! Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd. Invites you to our 1st Anniversary Celebration On Thursday, March 10, 2011 From 4-7pm
At 528 Devon Ave. Park Ridge
As a special gesture to our friends, we are offering 20% off all Coach, DVF, Calvin Klein, Nautica, and Nike glasses and sunglasses
10% off all other glasses/sunglasses
RSVP by March 2 847-518-0303
Kiwanis Scholarships Available Kiwanis scholarship award is open to Park Ridge residents who are high school seniors at any of our local schools. We are giving away two scholarships- a $1500 and $1000 cash award to the school of their choosing. As our club is focused on children and especially community service, our scholarship winners are normally students who are best able to describe their commitment to giving back to the community in which they live. They are also leaders in the classroom, their school activities, their place of worship, or their workplace. You'll find all the details within the application at http://prkiwanis.park-ridge.il.us/
Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique
Stop In and Check out Tons of NEW SPRING ARRIVALS!
Including YOUR Favorite Daily Tea with Spring dresses
as low as $24! We are Also having a HUGE SALE on lots of our Toddler Clothing! Sales include 40% OFF original price on Select Clothing! An Additional 25% OFF Already Marked Down Items!
$10 and $12 Baskets!
Resurrection Health: Do you know your numbers? A healthier community starts with us.
Celebrate National Heart Month with the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Resurrection Medical Center by taking the Know Your Numbers Challenge.
To register or make an appointment for any of our Know Your Numbers programs,
call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
Let’s Move our Numbers
Do you know your numbers?
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Blood Pressure
• Total Cholesterol
• Glucose
Did you know that four simple numbers can give you a picture of your overall health and risk for serious conditions like heart disease? Your doctor can help you use the results of these simple screenings to MOVE your numbers toward improved personal health.
Heart Healthy Screening – includes lipid panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL) and glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure screening.
Friday, February 25th from 7:30am – 10:00am
To register or make an appointment call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
A 12-hour fast is required. Fee: $20
Resurrection Medical Center
7435 West Talcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
Rmc.reshealth.org
TriPilates – 5 years! TriPilates Celebrates Five Years in Business!
Feb 19 FREE Open House / Demonstration from 11:30am -1:00pm, following by the SPRING TRAINING RUNNER'S WORKSHOP $30, from 1:00pm-3:00pm
The moon is full, the snow is melting, and love is still in the air!
TriPilates invites you, your friends and family to JOIN US! Stop by for a few minutes this Saturday, try the equipment, observe the incredibly powerful and graceful movements of the Classical Pilates Method.
Stay for the workshop to jumpstart up your fitness program this Spring! No pressure, just stop by, have a refreshment, pick up a brochure, introduce your friends and family to your new passion.
We know it's ours and we want to share.
New Member: River 595 Apartments Open House We will be hosting an After Hours Networking event on March 8th from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. It will be the first opportunity for the public to see our new luxury apartments here in downtown Des Plaines. There will be food, beverages and music. We are planning a Mardi Gras theme for the evening so come on down, and as they say in New Orleans, Laissez les bon temps rouler! (let the good times roll!).
Kirk Steinbruecker
Leasing and Operations Manager
River 595 Apartments
595 S. Des Plaines River Road
Des Plaines, IL 60016
P 847-827-0595
www.River595.com
Lose weight with friends! Employees at City Hall are trying to start up their Weight Watchers program again which proved to be successful
last year. They are looking for 5 more individuals to join their group that would meet at City Hall during the lunch hour one day a week. Interested? Contact Cheryl at 847/318-5464.
V-Tone Vitamins V-Tone Vitamins Present Member Appreciation Cocktail Party & Health Seminar With Special guest Speaker Dr. Scott Terry from The Ardent Center, Tony Barbanente Operator /Trainer of V-Tone Fitness & Co-Owner of V-Tone Vitamins and Duilio Lopez Trainer of V-Tone Fitness & Co-Owner of V-Tone Vitamins.
Special Event held on Thursday February 17th 2011 at 6:30pm
Hosted by Via Veneto Restaurant 6340 N. Lincoln Ave Chicago, IL 60659
This event will offer appetizers & an open cash bar. Please R.S.P.V. by phone or email
Space is limited!! 312-929-3125 or info@vtonefitness.com
Set your calendar, a FREE opportunity to get out and meet new people and learn useful information regarding your health & wellness.
You have nothing to lose, you can only gain by learning insightful information regarding your mind & body!
Visit our websites: www.VToneFitness.com www.VToneVitamins.com
Patch.com Patch.com has a local reporter that lives in the community and reports on everything that is going on in their respective Patch/Community. Each reporter is focusing on different topics daily, for example Niles Patch has several columns, for example of the most popular is called "Mom's Talk" and the idea is to communicate what is on their mind, the latest topic is at what age can kids walk around the neighborhood alone http://niles.patch.com/articles/moms-talk-at-what-age-can-kids-walk-around-neighborhood-alonetalk
Some of Niles is part of Maine Township and District 64 there is often good information on the site. For example; The Illinois State Board of Education just recognized Emerson with its Academic Excellence Award http://niles.patch.com/articles/emersons-benka-gets-illinois-assistant-principal-of-year-award.
Find excellent information on District 64 in addition to good eats, moms talk, and more on the Niles Patch at niles.patch.com
Kimberly DiFranco
Advertising Manager
Patch Media - An AOL Company
kimberly.difranco@patch.com
☎ 847.505.6447
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Thursday, February 10, 2011
February 10, 2011 Member Update
February 10, 2011
Member Update
A Note From Gail Stay warm today!
I’ll see you tomorrow at the Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner!
Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner “NOON” KIWANIS CLUB OF PARK RIDGE WILL HOST THE ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER
WHEN: Friday, February 11th
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 418 Touhy Ave., Park Ridge
TIME: Serving hours – 4:45 to 7:00 P.M.
COST: Adults - $10.00
Children (6-12) $5.00
Children under 6 – eat free
Misc: Dine In or Carry Out
Raffle (Cash) Prizes ($5.00 for each raffle ticket)
Pickwick Theatre Coupon on dinner tickets
Lose weight with friends! Are you interested in tipping the scale, weigh down?
Employees at City Hall are trying to put a group together of potential big losers. Are you game?
Email Cheryl Peterson at cpeterso@parkridge.us
and let her know you are interested. Include your name,
email and preference of meeting time AM (before work 7:45am)
or PM (lunch hour).
We are hoping to get this meeting going as soon as possible.
Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
Center of Concern Bunko Parties Tomorrow Center of Concern Bunko Parties
Come be a part of a fun-filled event to benefit the Center of Concern - a social service agency in Park Ridge that is dedicated to helping our neighbors in need. Get some friends together for lots of laughs!
**Session One: Bunko & Lunch**
Friday, February 11th 12:30-3:30 Men/Women
**Session Two: Bunko & Dinner**
Friday, February 11th 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ladies’ Night
South Park Recreation Center, Talcott and Cumberland Ave.,
Ticket Price: $15 per person, pick your session
Includes: Bunko Games & Prizes, your choice of Hot Beef Sandwich or Mostaccioli with Marinara, Dessert, Coffee and Tea.
(Wine, beer & pop will be available for purchase.)
Did you know? Did you know…?
• Dental Auxiliary Placement Service, Inc. just celebrated its 22nd year in business and in Park Ridge, 847-696-1988. Congratulations to Karen Anderson and staff!
• Dale Lasky is looking for interesting Park Ridge professionals to speak about their career in front of a new class at Maine South called "College & Career Connections." 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. and is full of junior and senior students eager to learn about life in the real world. Please call Dale Lasky at 847-692-8346.
• TeaLula and All on the Road Catering present Sweet Infusions today, Thursday, 2/10, from 6-8 pm at 11 S. Fairview for just $20pp. 847-823-8327
• Carlucci is offering a 4 course Tuscan Italian Dinner for 2 with special dessert for $69. Call 847.518.0990
• Friday, February 11th join WineStyles for a special Valentine’s Day wine tasting to benefit Heartland Animal Shelter $10 per person with a percentage of evening’s sales going back to the shelter. Taste wine with Matt from Heritage wine cellars, taste new reds & whites along with chocolate wine, taste chocolates. Light snacks will be served.
Chico Raises Money for MCYAF and PR Community Fund! Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Chico’s
At YOUR REQUEST Chico's will donate 10% of your purchase total to MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund.
Not available the 26th? No worry, shop one or two days ahead and let the gals know you're shopping for MCYAF and PRCF - they will make sure your purchase applies.
Beadphoria takes another Award!
The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) today announced the Show Award winners for the 2011 CHA Winter Trade Show including the Innovations Showcase, Golden Press Kit, Designer Press Kit. Each award was presented during the Annual Business Meeting of the 2011 CHA Winter Convention & Trade Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center in California.
These coveted awards represent the industry’s most prestigious recognition for product innovation, trade show exhibition, retail innovation and press kit design. Judged by CHA staff and a celebrity panel of judges including Deborah Norville (Premier Yarn & Inside Edition), Candy Spelling (CHA Craft Ambassador), Craig Nakano (The Los Angeles Times), Terri O (Super Simple With Terri O TV), Julie McGuffee (Scrapbook Memories TV), and Jenny Barnett-Rohrs (CraftTestDummies.com). CHA member companies were recognized for their outstanding contributions to craft and hobby industry.
PRESS KIT AWARD COMPETITION WINNERS Several exhibiting manufacturers vied for top place in the Golden Press Kit competition, which awards the design/content, creativity and thoroughness of each company’s press kit. CHA Designer members also had a chance to display their press kit innovations as part of the Designer Press Kit competition. Members of the press selected the following winner:
DESIGNER PRESS KIT AWARD – Beadphoria by Suzann Sladcik Wilson
Library Fundraiser The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library are hosting the second annual After Hours Event & Fund Raiser - Architecture for the Ages - on Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased at the Circulation Desk in the Lobby or by mail.
Visit: www.parkridgelibrary.org and read the full article under Library News.
We hope you will join us for this very special event, last year tickets were sold out two weeks before the event so don't delay.
Profits from this year's event will be used to purchase new books.
Resurrection Health: Do you know your numbers? A healthier community starts with us.
Celebrate National Heart Month with the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Resurrection Medical Center by taking the Know Your Numbers Challenge.
To register or make an appointment for any of our Know Your Numbers programs,
call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
Do you know your numbers?
Did you know that four simple numbers can give you a picture of your overall health and risk for serious conditions like heart disease? Your doctor can help you use the results of these simple screenings to MOVE your numbers toward improved personal health.
Calendar of Events
All events at Resurrection Medical Center unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday
February 2
Friday
February 4
Wednesday
February 23
Friday
February 25
FREE
Blood Pressure
Screening
1:30 – 3 p.m.
FREE Blood Pressure Screening
National Go Read Day! Wear RED!
Come visit the table at Café Res.
7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
FREE Cooking Demonstration
Tips on Lowering Cholesterol and Fat in Your Diet
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Heart Healthy Screening
12-hour fast required.
Fee: $20
Includes lipid panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL) and glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure screening
7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Rotary Rotary Provides X-ray System for Street Children of Guatemala City.
Two-thirds of the world’s population does not have access to basic X-ray services. That is a huge problem since sixty percent of all medical diagnoses require X-ray analysis.
John VandenBrink, a long time member of the Park Ridge Rotary Club, initiated a program to solve this world wide problem. The program is called WHIS-RAD, World Health Imaging System for Radiology. It is a low-cost, high-tech X-ray system designed to meet World Health Organization needs. The system is supplied by World Health Imaging, Telemedicine, and Informatics Alliance (WHITIA), a not-for-profit corporation founded by Rotarians, Northwestern University and suppliers of the equipment.
The latest installation was in Guatemala City, and will help the street children and the poor. To honor that occasion and the people involved in the installation, the Park Ridge Rotary Club presented a check to Ms. Ivy Walker, the CEO of WHIS-RAD, at the club’s regular noon meeting on January 26, 2011 at the Summit of Park Ridge. The money will help further the work of WHIZ-RAD.
Those who wish to find out more about the Park Ridge Rotary Cub can go to www.parkridgerotary.com.
Park Ridge Garden Club Park Ridge Garden Club is Blooming!
February 10
Garden Club Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Program Beauty and the Beasts. Join Joyce Basel on her Armchair Safari
March 8, 2011
District IX Annual Meeting
Concorde Banquets, Kildeer, IL
Cost: $30
Registration 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting 9:30 a.m.
Luncheon & Program 12:00
Program will be a floral program presented by Barbara Bellamy of IXIA Flowers.
Call Marianne Janesku at 773-218-5576 if you plan to attend.
Deadline for mail in registration is Feb 25.
TriPilates – 5 years! TriPilates Celebrates Five Years in Business!
Feb 19 FREE Open House / Demonstration from 11:30am -1:00pm, following by the SPRING TRAINING RUNNER'S WORKSHOP $30, from 1:00pm-3:00pm
Perry Wein, Edward Jones Perry Wein, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Park Ridge, has accepted an invitation to increase his limited partner holdings in The Jones Financial Cos., the holding company for the St. Louis-based financial services firm.
Edward Jones currently employs more than 40,000 associates in all 50 states and through its affiliate in Canada. Under the current partnership offering, 16,000 associates received initial limited partnership offerings or were invited to increase their existing ownership in the firm.
Edward Jones, which ranked No. 11 on FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2011, is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones web site is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting web site is www.careers.edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.
Workplace Violence
Submitted by Bill Hominick, The Youth Campus For decades, companies and managers have become more aware of the issue of workplace violence. Most have procedures in place to deal with such threats. Numerous negative external issues like finances and job security could relate to an increase in violence. Understanding this, there are two key aspects that require handling of this problem. Managers must assess the likelihood that a person who makes a threat might really act on it and how to respond in ways that simultaneously defuse the threat and protect vulnerable people, while your company engages in appropriate job actions or other protective procedures.
Usually, when managers become aware of a threatening situation they respond by increasing security, calling law enforcement, seek an order of protection or restraining order, or if an employee, refer the employee to an Employee Assistance Program or begin termination proceedings.
The majority of people who make threats do not end up acting out violently. But the consequence of an act of violence, however unlikely it may be, is potentially severe. Additionally, the perception of an unsafe work environment by employees requires appropriate management action. Thus it is your obligation, as well as a matter of common sense, to do everything within reason to make sure violence and the perception of imminent violence do not occur.
The single best predictor of future violent behavior is past violent behavior. This is especially true when a person has a history of violent or threatening behavior, for example being a former member of a gang or being allowed to feel powerful, manipulate people or get what they want.
Next month, we’ll discuss ways to uncover past behavior and ways to assess a threatening employee’s frame of mind. Till then, respond to each case of workplace violence as it were real, because it just may be.
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Member Update
A Note From Gail Stay warm today!
I’ll see you tomorrow at the Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner!
Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner “NOON” KIWANIS CLUB OF PARK RIDGE WILL HOST THE ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER
WHEN: Friday, February 11th
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 418 Touhy Ave., Park Ridge
TIME: Serving hours – 4:45 to 7:00 P.M.
COST: Adults - $10.00
Children (6-12) $5.00
Children under 6 – eat free
Misc: Dine In or Carry Out
Raffle (Cash) Prizes ($5.00 for each raffle ticket)
Pickwick Theatre Coupon on dinner tickets
Lose weight with friends! Are you interested in tipping the scale, weigh down?
Employees at City Hall are trying to put a group together of potential big losers. Are you game?
Email Cheryl Peterson at cpeterso@parkridge.us
and let her know you are interested. Include your name,
email and preference of meeting time AM (before work 7:45am)
or PM (lunch hour).
We are hoping to get this meeting going as soon as possible.
Your prompt response is greatly appreciated.
Center of Concern Bunko Parties Tomorrow Center of Concern Bunko Parties
Come be a part of a fun-filled event to benefit the Center of Concern - a social service agency in Park Ridge that is dedicated to helping our neighbors in need. Get some friends together for lots of laughs!
**Session One: Bunko & Lunch**
Friday, February 11th 12:30-3:30 Men/Women
**Session Two: Bunko & Dinner**
Friday, February 11th 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ladies’ Night
South Park Recreation Center, Talcott and Cumberland Ave.,
Ticket Price: $15 per person, pick your session
Includes: Bunko Games & Prizes, your choice of Hot Beef Sandwich or Mostaccioli with Marinara, Dessert, Coffee and Tea.
(Wine, beer & pop will be available for purchase.)
Did you know? Did you know…?
• Dental Auxiliary Placement Service, Inc. just celebrated its 22nd year in business and in Park Ridge, 847-696-1988. Congratulations to Karen Anderson and staff!
• Dale Lasky is looking for interesting Park Ridge professionals to speak about their career in front of a new class at Maine South called "College & Career Connections." 7:45 to 8:30 a.m. and is full of junior and senior students eager to learn about life in the real world. Please call Dale Lasky at 847-692-8346.
• TeaLula and All on the Road Catering present Sweet Infusions today, Thursday, 2/10, from 6-8 pm at 11 S. Fairview for just $20pp. 847-823-8327
• Carlucci is offering a 4 course Tuscan Italian Dinner for 2 with special dessert for $69. Call 847.518.0990
• Friday, February 11th join WineStyles for a special Valentine’s Day wine tasting to benefit Heartland Animal Shelter $10 per person with a percentage of evening’s sales going back to the shelter. Taste wine with Matt from Heritage wine cellars, taste new reds & whites along with chocolate wine, taste chocolates. Light snacks will be served.
Chico Raises Money for MCYAF and PR Community Fund! Saturday, February 26, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Chico’s
At YOUR REQUEST Chico's will donate 10% of your purchase total to MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund.
Not available the 26th? No worry, shop one or two days ahead and let the gals know you're shopping for MCYAF and PRCF - they will make sure your purchase applies.
Beadphoria takes another Award!
The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) today announced the Show Award winners for the 2011 CHA Winter Trade Show including the Innovations Showcase, Golden Press Kit, Designer Press Kit. Each award was presented during the Annual Business Meeting of the 2011 CHA Winter Convention & Trade Show at the Los Angeles Convention Center in California.
These coveted awards represent the industry’s most prestigious recognition for product innovation, trade show exhibition, retail innovation and press kit design. Judged by CHA staff and a celebrity panel of judges including Deborah Norville (Premier Yarn & Inside Edition), Candy Spelling (CHA Craft Ambassador), Craig Nakano (The Los Angeles Times), Terri O (Super Simple With Terri O TV), Julie McGuffee (Scrapbook Memories TV), and Jenny Barnett-Rohrs (CraftTestDummies.com). CHA member companies were recognized for their outstanding contributions to craft and hobby industry.
PRESS KIT AWARD COMPETITION WINNERS Several exhibiting manufacturers vied for top place in the Golden Press Kit competition, which awards the design/content, creativity and thoroughness of each company’s press kit. CHA Designer members also had a chance to display their press kit innovations as part of the Designer Press Kit competition. Members of the press selected the following winner:
DESIGNER PRESS KIT AWARD – Beadphoria by Suzann Sladcik Wilson
Library Fundraiser The Board of Trustees of the Park Ridge Public Library are hosting the second annual After Hours Event & Fund Raiser - Architecture for the Ages - on Saturday, March 5 at 7 p.m.
Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased at the Circulation Desk in the Lobby or by mail.
Visit: www.parkridgelibrary.org and read the full article under Library News.
We hope you will join us for this very special event, last year tickets were sold out two weeks before the event so don't delay.
Profits from this year's event will be used to purchase new books.
Resurrection Health: Do you know your numbers? A healthier community starts with us.
Celebrate National Heart Month with the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce and Resurrection Medical Center by taking the Know Your Numbers Challenge.
To register or make an appointment for any of our Know Your Numbers programs,
call 877-RES-INFO (877-737-4636).
Do you know your numbers?
Did you know that four simple numbers can give you a picture of your overall health and risk for serious conditions like heart disease? Your doctor can help you use the results of these simple screenings to MOVE your numbers toward improved personal health.
Calendar of Events
All events at Resurrection Medical Center unless otherwise noted.
Wednesday
February 2
Friday
February 4
Wednesday
February 23
Friday
February 25
FREE
Blood Pressure
Screening
1:30 – 3 p.m.
FREE Blood Pressure Screening
National Go Read Day! Wear RED!
Come visit the table at Café Res.
7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
FREE Cooking Demonstration
Tips on Lowering Cholesterol and Fat in Your Diet
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Heart Healthy Screening
12-hour fast required.
Fee: $20
Includes lipid panel (total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL & LDL) and glucose, body fat analysis and blood pressure screening
7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Rotary Rotary Provides X-ray System for Street Children of Guatemala City.
Two-thirds of the world’s population does not have access to basic X-ray services. That is a huge problem since sixty percent of all medical diagnoses require X-ray analysis.
John VandenBrink, a long time member of the Park Ridge Rotary Club, initiated a program to solve this world wide problem. The program is called WHIS-RAD, World Health Imaging System for Radiology. It is a low-cost, high-tech X-ray system designed to meet World Health Organization needs. The system is supplied by World Health Imaging, Telemedicine, and Informatics Alliance (WHITIA), a not-for-profit corporation founded by Rotarians, Northwestern University and suppliers of the equipment.
The latest installation was in Guatemala City, and will help the street children and the poor. To honor that occasion and the people involved in the installation, the Park Ridge Rotary Club presented a check to Ms. Ivy Walker, the CEO of WHIS-RAD, at the club’s regular noon meeting on January 26, 2011 at the Summit of Park Ridge. The money will help further the work of WHIZ-RAD.
Those who wish to find out more about the Park Ridge Rotary Cub can go to www.parkridgerotary.com.
Park Ridge Garden Club Park Ridge Garden Club is Blooming!
February 10
Garden Club Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Program Beauty and the Beasts. Join Joyce Basel on her Armchair Safari
March 8, 2011
District IX Annual Meeting
Concorde Banquets, Kildeer, IL
Cost: $30
Registration 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting 9:30 a.m.
Luncheon & Program 12:00
Program will be a floral program presented by Barbara Bellamy of IXIA Flowers.
Call Marianne Janesku at 773-218-5576 if you plan to attend.
Deadline for mail in registration is Feb 25.
TriPilates – 5 years! TriPilates Celebrates Five Years in Business!
Feb 19 FREE Open House / Demonstration from 11:30am -1:00pm, following by the SPRING TRAINING RUNNER'S WORKSHOP $30, from 1:00pm-3:00pm
Perry Wein, Edward Jones Perry Wein, an Edward Jones financial advisor in Park Ridge, has accepted an invitation to increase his limited partner holdings in The Jones Financial Cos., the holding company for the St. Louis-based financial services firm.
Edward Jones currently employs more than 40,000 associates in all 50 states and through its affiliate in Canada. Under the current partnership offering, 16,000 associates received initial limited partnership offerings or were invited to increase their existing ownership in the firm.
Edward Jones, which ranked No. 11 on FORTUNE magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For" in 2011, is headquartered in St. Louis. The Edward Jones web site is located at www.edwardjones.com, and its recruiting web site is www.careers.edwardjones.com. Member SIPC.
Workplace Violence
Submitted by Bill Hominick, The Youth Campus For decades, companies and managers have become more aware of the issue of workplace violence. Most have procedures in place to deal with such threats. Numerous negative external issues like finances and job security could relate to an increase in violence. Understanding this, there are two key aspects that require handling of this problem. Managers must assess the likelihood that a person who makes a threat might really act on it and how to respond in ways that simultaneously defuse the threat and protect vulnerable people, while your company engages in appropriate job actions or other protective procedures.
Usually, when managers become aware of a threatening situation they respond by increasing security, calling law enforcement, seek an order of protection or restraining order, or if an employee, refer the employee to an Employee Assistance Program or begin termination proceedings.
The majority of people who make threats do not end up acting out violently. But the consequence of an act of violence, however unlikely it may be, is potentially severe. Additionally, the perception of an unsafe work environment by employees requires appropriate management action. Thus it is your obligation, as well as a matter of common sense, to do everything within reason to make sure violence and the perception of imminent violence do not occur.
The single best predictor of future violent behavior is past violent behavior. This is especially true when a person has a history of violent or threatening behavior, for example being a former member of a gang or being allowed to feel powerful, manipulate people or get what they want.
Next month, we’ll discuss ways to uncover past behavior and ways to assess a threatening employee’s frame of mind. Till then, respond to each case of workplace violence as it were real, because it just may be.
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847-965-4200
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
20. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
23. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
24. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
25. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
26. You can be here!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Chamber Update 2/9/2011
February 7, 2011
Weekly Chamber Update
From Gail,
The snow fell and it was beautiful! I loved being inside and cooking while the blizzard raged outside! Thank you to everyone who plowed, shoveled, and otherwise made it safer for the rest of us! I thought the City’s communications were great – and when they recommended we stay off the streets, I listened! Hope you did too and everyone survived it intact!
Due to the blizzard, everything got a little behind but you can view our newsletter online at:
http://secure.parkridgechamber.org/home/files/newsletters/newsletter.pdf
It will be in your mailbox shortly!
Last Week’s Events Well, aside from the Blizzard of 2011, we also had our North Suburban Young Professionals Networking Event which was the pre-SuperBowl party; the EKG meeting at Regus with Jim Cone, WSI, speaking about using Google for your business; the Membership Committee met and the 5th Annual Chicago Wolves Hockey Dinner occurred last Saturday!
On Tuesday just before the Blizzard, I judged a high school DECA competition for the 3rd year in a row along with Chamber members Joe Campagna (Grant Merchant Services), Susan Frangos (Higher Level Wellness) and Eric Nelson (Nelson Automotive). Always a good time – we each judged 14 to 15, depending upon the category. Thanks, Joe, Sue and Eric for helping out – they always need judges each year so let me know if you want to be on the list for next year. Just another way the Chamber works with our schools!
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Networking Events! All meetings are held at 720 Garden unless specifically mentioned:
February 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum Outlook: Tips and techniques and how to use Microsoft Outlook better. Microsoft's Outlook 2010 is new and improved. It received a feature overhaul throughout and now uses the Ribbon interface everywhere, instead of only in some windows, as in the 2007 version. It's a big complex app; no matter how many tricks you know for this league-leading email client, there are always more to learn. Come see what you can do to improve your productivity.
February 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design Photographer
Diane Forsythe ABI Mortgage Inc. Mortgage
Deborah Oberschelp Affordable Interiors Interior Design
Sean Finnegan Finnegan Family Chiropractic Chiropractic
Orit Gordon First Data Independent Sales - Northern Illinois Credit Card Processing
Karen Larsen Generation Connection Personal Services
Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness Wellness
Ken Martens KGM Plumbing Inc. Plumbing
Nina Taluc Kidwinks.com Parent Resources
Mary Lee Quaid Lee Acupuncture and Healing Center Acupuncture
Eric Nelson Nelson Automotive
Automotive
Rick Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Pat Riordan Riordan Insurance Group, Inc. Insurance
Pam Bennett Sebastian Co. Real Estate Real Estate
Sally Petterson Silpada Designs Representative Jewelry
Jorge Garduno Tech Stuff PC & Video Inc. Computer Services
Margo Jacquot The Juniper Center Psychologist
February 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting This group of talented members puts together the monthly newsletter but we’re always looking for writers and photographers to add to the lineup!
February 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting Planning events to bring foot traffic into the stores! A Planning reception will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 22, here for store owners to discuss having First Friday events throughout Park Ridge staring at 5:30 p.m. More info to follow.
February 16, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, Sponsored by the Park Ridge Chamber and Rotary. Carol Pandak, Polio Plus Division at Rotary International, is the speaker. $25 members/and $30
February 17, Thursday, 5:00 pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Express Auto with Des Plaines Chamber and Mayor, 1714 E. Oakton St., Des Plaines. Check out this newly remodeled auto shop who gives Chamber members’ discounts! Refreshments! All are invited to attend this celebration!
February 18, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 3: Park Ridge Executive Network Our newest group and still growing! A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too! Looking for insurance, printing, photographer, etc.
Maria Renella BayTree Lending Mortgage Broker
Lisa Shewfelt Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Matt Coyne E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc P &C Insurance
Susan Calomino Lincoln Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Paul Szymanski Saurus Associates, Inc. IT Consulting
Georgine Donovan The Red Herring Studio Artist
Jim Schmitt Ringside HVAC HVAC
Dale Ashcroft LIN-MAR Motors Towing/Body Shop
February 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am, New Member Orientation by Chamber Ambassadors. Come meet our Ambassadors and some of our board members while learning about the many benefits the Chamber has to offer! A ‘rookie’ class picture will be taken and posted so put your best smile on!
February 22, Tuesday, 10:30am – 11:30am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network) A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Joe Campagna Grant Merchant Services Credit Card/check Processing
Mary Carlson Liberty Bank for Savings Banking
Jim Cone WSI-We Simplify the Internet Internet Marketing
Wes Davis Wes Davis & Associates Insurance
James Hamrick Home Comfort Heating & Cooling Heating & Cooling
Brittney Zwolfer AlphaGraphics Printing/Marketing
Joshua Nichols Unbound Technology IT Infrastructure & operational services
Marko Ratic Express Auto Center Automotive
Lisa Smith LMN Consulting procurement and sourcing
Amy Sullivan Sullivan and Johnson Ltd. tax, financial & accounting services
Bob Suriano Side Job Bob of Cook County, LLC Handyman & Construction
Michael Watson Watson Art Studio Photographer
Danuta Winogradzki Danwin Designs Interior Design
Chris Valentine Edward Jones Financial Services
February 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Health Care Forum Monthly Meeting Facilitated by Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care About 30 organizations belong to this group – come see what its all about!
February 24, Thursday, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge-Edison Park Bowling Challenge, Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted, Includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers, Cash Bar, Prizes for Teams of 4 - $25 per member
February 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, “ Improving your Image”. Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members Catered by Morningfields.
SAVE THE DATE!!! Saturday, April 30, for the Electronics Recycling Day at the City’s Public Works Service Center. We’re partnering with the City and the Park District. Our sponsors to date are Maine Township, Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano and Liberty Bank for Savings. If you’d like to be a sponsor too, email me!
Community Marketing Program
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.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
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. EJ Coyne Insurance: 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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
20. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
25. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
26. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
27. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
28. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
29. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
Weekly Chamber Update
From Gail,
The snow fell and it was beautiful! I loved being inside and cooking while the blizzard raged outside! Thank you to everyone who plowed, shoveled, and otherwise made it safer for the rest of us! I thought the City’s communications were great – and when they recommended we stay off the streets, I listened! Hope you did too and everyone survived it intact!
Due to the blizzard, everything got a little behind but you can view our newsletter online at:
http://secure.parkridgechamber.org/home/files/newsletters/newsletter.pdf
It will be in your mailbox shortly!
Last Week’s Events Well, aside from the Blizzard of 2011, we also had our North Suburban Young Professionals Networking Event which was the pre-SuperBowl party; the EKG meeting at Regus with Jim Cone, WSI, speaking about using Google for your business; the Membership Committee met and the 5th Annual Chicago Wolves Hockey Dinner occurred last Saturday!
On Tuesday just before the Blizzard, I judged a high school DECA competition for the 3rd year in a row along with Chamber members Joe Campagna (Grant Merchant Services), Susan Frangos (Higher Level Wellness) and Eric Nelson (Nelson Automotive). Always a good time – we each judged 14 to 15, depending upon the category. Thanks, Joe, Sue and Eric for helping out – they always need judges each year so let me know if you want to be on the list for next year. Just another way the Chamber works with our schools!
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Networking Events! All meetings are held at 720 Garden unless specifically mentioned:
February 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum Outlook: Tips and techniques and how to use Microsoft Outlook better. Microsoft's Outlook 2010 is new and improved. It received a feature overhaul throughout and now uses the Ribbon interface everywhere, instead of only in some windows, as in the 2007 version. It's a big complex app; no matter how many tricks you know for this league-leading email client, there are always more to learn. Come see what you can do to improve your productivity.
February 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design Photographer
Diane Forsythe ABI Mortgage Inc. Mortgage
Deborah Oberschelp Affordable Interiors Interior Design
Sean Finnegan Finnegan Family Chiropractic Chiropractic
Orit Gordon First Data Independent Sales - Northern Illinois Credit Card Processing
Karen Larsen Generation Connection Personal Services
Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness Wellness
Ken Martens KGM Plumbing Inc. Plumbing
Nina Taluc Kidwinks.com Parent Resources
Mary Lee Quaid Lee Acupuncture and Healing Center Acupuncture
Eric Nelson Nelson Automotive
Automotive
Rick Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Pat Riordan Riordan Insurance Group, Inc. Insurance
Pam Bennett Sebastian Co. Real Estate Real Estate
Sally Petterson Silpada Designs Representative Jewelry
Jorge Garduno Tech Stuff PC & Video Inc. Computer Services
Margo Jacquot The Juniper Center Psychologist
February 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting This group of talented members puts together the monthly newsletter but we’re always looking for writers and photographers to add to the lineup!
February 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting Planning events to bring foot traffic into the stores! A Planning reception will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 22, here for store owners to discuss having First Friday events throughout Park Ridge staring at 5:30 p.m. More info to follow.
February 16, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, Sponsored by the Park Ridge Chamber and Rotary. Carol Pandak, Polio Plus Division at Rotary International, is the speaker. $25 members/and $30
February 17, Thursday, 5:00 pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Express Auto with Des Plaines Chamber and Mayor, 1714 E. Oakton St., Des Plaines. Check out this newly remodeled auto shop who gives Chamber members’ discounts! Refreshments! All are invited to attend this celebration!
February 18, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 3: Park Ridge Executive Network Our newest group and still growing! A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too! Looking for insurance, printing, photographer, etc.
Maria Renella BayTree Lending Mortgage Broker
Lisa Shewfelt Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Matt Coyne E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc P &C Insurance
Susan Calomino Lincoln Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Paul Szymanski Saurus Associates, Inc. IT Consulting
Georgine Donovan The Red Herring Studio Artist
Jim Schmitt Ringside HVAC HVAC
Dale Ashcroft LIN-MAR Motors Towing/Body Shop
February 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am, New Member Orientation by Chamber Ambassadors. Come meet our Ambassadors and some of our board members while learning about the many benefits the Chamber has to offer! A ‘rookie’ class picture will be taken and posted so put your best smile on!
February 22, Tuesday, 10:30am – 11:30am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network) A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Joe Campagna Grant Merchant Services Credit Card/check Processing
Mary Carlson Liberty Bank for Savings Banking
Jim Cone WSI-We Simplify the Internet Internet Marketing
Wes Davis Wes Davis & Associates Insurance
James Hamrick Home Comfort Heating & Cooling Heating & Cooling
Brittney Zwolfer AlphaGraphics Printing/Marketing
Joshua Nichols Unbound Technology IT Infrastructure & operational services
Marko Ratic Express Auto Center Automotive
Lisa Smith LMN Consulting procurement and sourcing
Amy Sullivan Sullivan and Johnson Ltd. tax, financial & accounting services
Bob Suriano Side Job Bob of Cook County, LLC Handyman & Construction
Michael Watson Watson Art Studio Photographer
Danuta Winogradzki Danwin Designs Interior Design
Chris Valentine Edward Jones Financial Services
February 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Health Care Forum Monthly Meeting Facilitated by Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care About 30 organizations belong to this group – come see what its all about!
February 24, Thursday, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge-Edison Park Bowling Challenge, Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted, Includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers, Cash Bar, Prizes for Teams of 4 - $25 per member
February 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, “ Improving your Image”. Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members Catered by Morningfields.
SAVE THE DATE!!! Saturday, April 30, for the Electronics Recycling Day at the City’s Public Works Service Center. We’re partnering with the City and the Park District. Our sponsors to date are Maine Township, Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano and Liberty Bank for Savings. If you’d like to be a sponsor too, email me!
Community Marketing Program
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.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
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. EJ Coyne Insurance: 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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
20. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
25. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
26. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
27. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
28. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
29. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
Monday, February 7, 2011
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
The snow fell and it was beautiful! I loved being inside and cooking while the blizzard raged outside! Thank you to everyone who plowed, shoveled, and otherwise made it safer for the rest of us! I thought the City’s communications were great – and when they recommended we stay off the streets, I listened! Hope you did too and everyone survived it intact!
Due to the blizzard, everything got a little behind but you can view our newsletter online at:
http://secure.parkridgechamber.org/home/files/newsletters/newsletter.pdf
It will be in your mailbox shortly!
Well, aside from the Blizzard of 2011, we also had our North Suburban Young Professionals Networking Event which was the pre-SuperBowl party; the EKG meeting at Regus with Jim Cone, WSI, speaking about using Google for your business; the Membership Committee met and the 5th Annual Chicago Wolves Hockey Dinner occurred last Saturday!
On Tuesday just before the Blizzard, I judged a high school DECA competition for the 3rd year in a row along with Chamber members Joe Campagna (Grant Merchant Services), Susan Frangos (Higher Level Wellness) and Eric Nelson (Nelson Automotive). Always a good time – we each judged 14 to 15, depending upon the category. Thanks, Joe, Sue and Eric for helping out – they always need judges each year so let me know if you want to be on the list for next year. Just another way the Chamber works with our schools!
All meetings are held at 720 Garden unless specifically mentioned:
February 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum Outlook: Tips and techniques and how to use Microsoft Outlook better. Microsoft's Outlook 2010 is new and improved. It received a feature overhaul throughout and now uses the Ribbon interface everywhere, instead of only in some windows, as in the 2007 version. It's a big complex app; no matter how many tricks you know for this league-leading email client, there are always more to learn. Come see what you can do to improve your productivity.
February 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design Photographer
Diane Forsythe ABI Mortgage Inc. Mortgage
Deborah Oberschelp Affordable Interiors Interior Design
Sean Finnegan Finnegan Family Chiropractic Chiropractic
Orit Gordon First Data Independent Sales - Northern Illinois Credit Card Processing
Karen Larsen Generation Connection Personal Services
Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness Wellness
Ken Martens KGM Plumbing Inc. Plumbing
Nina Taluc Kidwinks.com Parent Resources
Mary Lee Quaid Lee Acupuncture and Healing Center Acupuncture
Eric Nelson Nelson Automotive
Automotive
Rick Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Pat Riordan Riordan Insurance Group, Inc. Insurance
Pam Bennett Sebastian Co. Real Estate Real Estate
Sally Petterson Silpada Designs Representative Jewelry
Jorge Garduno Tech Stuff PC & Video Inc. Computer Services
Margo Jacquot The Juniper Center Psychologist
February 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting This group of talented members puts together the monthly newsletter but we’re always looking for writers and photographers to add to the lineup!
February 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting Planning events to bring foot traffic into the stores! A Planning reception will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 22, here for store owners to discuss having First Friday events throughout Park Ridge staring at 5:30 p.m. More info to follow.
February 16, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, Sponsored by the Park Ridge Chamber and Rotary. Carol Pandak, Polio Plus Division at Rotary International, is the speaker. $25 members/and $30
February 17, Thursday, 5:00 pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Express Auto with Des Plaines Chamber and Mayor, 1714 E. Oakton St., Des Plaines. Check out this newly remodeled auto shop who gives Chamber members’ discounts! Refreshments! All are invited to attend this celebration!
February 18, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 3: Park Ridge Executive Network Our newest group and still growing! A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too! Looking for insurance, printing, photographer, etc.
Maria Renella BayTree Lending Mortgage Broker
Lisa Shewfelt Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Matt Coyne E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc P &C Insurance
Susan Calomino Lincoln Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Paul Szymanski Saurus Associates, Inc. IT Consulting
Georgine Donovan The Red Herring Studio Artist
Jim Schmitt Ringside HVAC HVAC
Dale Ashcroft LIN-MAR Motors Towing/Body Shop
February 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am, New Member Orientation by Chamber Ambassadors. Come meet our Ambassadors and some of our board members while learning about the many benefits the Chamber has to offer! A ‘rookie’ class picture will be taken and posted so put your best smile on!
February 22, Tuesday, 10:30am – 11:30am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network) A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Joe Campagna Grant Merchant Services Credit Card/check Processing
Mary Carlson Liberty Bank for Savings Banking
Jim Cone WSI-We Simplify the Internet Internet Marketing
Wes Davis Wes Davis & Associates Insurance
James Hamrick Home Comfort Heating & Cooling Heating & Cooling
Brittney Zwolfer AlphaGraphics Printing/Marketing
Joshua Nichols Unbound Technology IT Infrastructure & operational services
Marko Ratic Express Auto Center Automotive
Lisa Smith LMN Consulting procurement and sourcing
Amy Sullivan Sullivan and Johnson Ltd. tax, financial & accounting services
Bob Suriano Side Job Bob of Cook County, LLC Handyman & Construction
Michael Watson Watson Art Studio Photographer
Danuta Winogradzki Danwin Designs Interior Design
Chris Valentine Edward Jones Financial Services
February 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Health Care Forum Monthly Meeting Facilitated by Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care About 30 organizations belong to this group – come see what its all about!
February 24, Thursday, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge-Edison Park Bowling Challenge, Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted, Includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers, Cash Bar, Prizes for Teams of 4 - $25 per member
February 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, “ Improving your Image”. Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members Catered by Morningfields.
SAVE THE DATE!!! Saturday, April 30, for the Electronics Recycling Day at the City’s Public Works Service Center. We’re partnering with the City and the Park District. Our sponsors to date are Maine Township, Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano and Liberty Bank for Savings. If you’d like to be a sponsor too, email me!
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. EJ Coyne Insurance: 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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
20. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
25. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
26. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
27. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
28. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
29. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
Due to the blizzard, everything got a little behind but you can view our newsletter online at:
http://secure.parkridgechamber.org/home/files/newsletters/newsletter.pdf
It will be in your mailbox shortly!
Well, aside from the Blizzard of 2011, we also had our North Suburban Young Professionals Networking Event which was the pre-SuperBowl party; the EKG meeting at Regus with Jim Cone, WSI, speaking about using Google for your business; the Membership Committee met and the 5th Annual Chicago Wolves Hockey Dinner occurred last Saturday!
On Tuesday just before the Blizzard, I judged a high school DECA competition for the 3rd year in a row along with Chamber members Joe Campagna (Grant Merchant Services), Susan Frangos (Higher Level Wellness) and Eric Nelson (Nelson Automotive). Always a good time – we each judged 14 to 15, depending upon the category. Thanks, Joe, Sue and Eric for helping out – they always need judges each year so let me know if you want to be on the list for next year. Just another way the Chamber works with our schools!
All meetings are held at 720 Garden unless specifically mentioned:
February 10, Thursday, 8:45am – 10:15am Tech Forum Outlook: Tips and techniques and how to use Microsoft Outlook better. Microsoft's Outlook 2010 is new and improved. It received a feature overhaul throughout and now uses the Ribbon interface everywhere, instead of only in some windows, as in the 2007 version. It's a big complex app; no matter how many tricks you know for this league-leading email client, there are always more to learn. Come see what you can do to improve your productivity.
February 11, Friday, 8:45am – 9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network Meeting A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Diddy Blyth A Sterling Design Photographer
Diane Forsythe ABI Mortgage Inc. Mortgage
Deborah Oberschelp Affordable Interiors Interior Design
Sean Finnegan Finnegan Family Chiropractic Chiropractic
Orit Gordon First Data Independent Sales - Northern Illinois Credit Card Processing
Karen Larsen Generation Connection Personal Services
Susan Frangos Higher Level Wellness Wellness
Ken Martens KGM Plumbing Inc. Plumbing
Nina Taluc Kidwinks.com Parent Resources
Mary Lee Quaid Lee Acupuncture and Healing Center Acupuncture
Eric Nelson Nelson Automotive
Automotive
Rick Pucci Park Ridge Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Pat Riordan Riordan Insurance Group, Inc. Insurance
Pam Bennett Sebastian Co. Real Estate Real Estate
Sally Petterson Silpada Designs Representative Jewelry
Jorge Garduno Tech Stuff PC & Video Inc. Computer Services
Margo Jacquot The Juniper Center Psychologist
February 11, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am Communications Meeting This group of talented members puts together the monthly newsletter but we’re always looking for writers and photographers to add to the lineup!
February 16, Wednesday, 8:00am – 9:30am Retail Committee Meeting Planning events to bring foot traffic into the stores! A Planning reception will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 22, here for store owners to discuss having First Friday events throughout Park Ridge staring at 5:30 p.m. More info to follow.
February 16, Wednesday, 11:30am – 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, Sponsored by the Park Ridge Chamber and Rotary. Carol Pandak, Polio Plus Division at Rotary International, is the speaker. $25 members/and $30
February 17, Thursday, 5:00 pm – 7:00pm Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting for Express Auto with Des Plaines Chamber and Mayor, 1714 E. Oakton St., Des Plaines. Check out this newly remodeled auto shop who gives Chamber members’ discounts! Refreshments! All are invited to attend this celebration!
February 18, Friday, 9:00am – 10:00am PREN 3: Park Ridge Executive Network Our newest group and still growing! A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too! Looking for insurance, printing, photographer, etc.
Maria Renella BayTree Lending Mortgage Broker
Lisa Shewfelt Coldwell Banker Real Estate
Matt Coyne E. J. Coyne & Company, Inc P &C Insurance
Susan Calomino Lincoln Financial Advisors Financial Advisor
Paul Szymanski Saurus Associates, Inc. IT Consulting
Georgine Donovan The Red Herring Studio Artist
Jim Schmitt Ringside HVAC HVAC
Dale Ashcroft LIN-MAR Motors Towing/Body Shop
February 22, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am, New Member Orientation by Chamber Ambassadors. Come meet our Ambassadors and some of our board members while learning about the many benefits the Chamber has to offer! A ‘rookie’ class picture will be taken and posted so put your best smile on!
February 22, Tuesday, 10:30am – 11:30am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network) A non-compete leads & referral networking group with one person per profession. Members listed below – where do you see yourself? As long as your profession isn’t listed, then you can be in this one too!
Joe Campagna Grant Merchant Services Credit Card/check Processing
Mary Carlson Liberty Bank for Savings Banking
Jim Cone WSI-We Simplify the Internet Internet Marketing
Wes Davis Wes Davis & Associates Insurance
James Hamrick Home Comfort Heating & Cooling Heating & Cooling
Brittney Zwolfer AlphaGraphics Printing/Marketing
Joshua Nichols Unbound Technology IT Infrastructure & operational services
Marko Ratic Express Auto Center Automotive
Lisa Smith LMN Consulting procurement and sourcing
Amy Sullivan Sullivan and Johnson Ltd. tax, financial & accounting services
Bob Suriano Side Job Bob of Cook County, LLC Handyman & Construction
Michael Watson Watson Art Studio Photographer
Danuta Winogradzki Danwin Designs Interior Design
Chris Valentine Edward Jones Financial Services
February 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Health Care Forum Monthly Meeting Facilitated by Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care About 30 organizations belong to this group – come see what its all about!
February 24, Thursday, 5:30pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge-Edison Park Bowling Challenge, Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted, Includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers, Cash Bar, Prizes for Teams of 4 - $25 per member
February 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast Catherine Johns, Chicago Hypnosis Center, “ Improving your Image”. Cost is $10 members and $15 Prospective Members Catered by Morningfields.
SAVE THE DATE!!! Saturday, April 30, for the Electronics Recycling Day at the City’s Public Works Service Center. We’re partnering with the City and the Park District. Our sponsors to date are Maine Township, Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano and Liberty Bank for Savings. If you’d like to be a sponsor too, email me!
www.facebook.com/shopparkridgeil
Check it out!
Also check out the link on our home page: www.ParkRidgeChamber.org
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. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
5. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. EJ Coyne Insurance: 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. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
16. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
17. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
18. Park Ridge Community Fund: 847.825.5311
19. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
20. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
25. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
26. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
27. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
28. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
29. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Member Update February 4th, 2011
February 4, 2011
Member Update
A Note From Gail,
We survived the 2011 Blizzard! It was spectacular, wasn’t it? I did a lot of cooking, cleaning and reading! Get your picture of your creative snowman to me by Sunday to be considered for the contest!
There are 2 tickets available for Saturday’s Wolves Game and dinner. They’re side by side and just $30 each for a night of fun, food, and festivities!
Send me your news and I’ll put it in my Thursday eblasts at no charge to you!!! That’s what we do!
Warning for businesses! From Gail: I checked with the City. Please be aware that this is not sanctioned by the City and it’s not anything the City or Chamber is sponsoring. It is a solicitation so don’t be fooled if you get this email. I’m not saying there is anything wrong but it’s misleading with this title and you may initially feel it is something the City is doing but they are not:
“ 2011 City of Park Ridge Area Magnetized Information Guide
There will be up to 5,000 exclusive full color 2011 Magnetized City Guide to be
sent out this March to the local families. The City information Guides are meant
to keep your families safe by having the emergency & important local number
listed so our families will always have the numbers when they are needed most.
We feel the information guides are also a perfect fit for any business looking
for long term exposure on a product based right in our family homes on their
refrigerator. We are only looking for 4 to 8 ads from businesses who understand
and support the fight to keep our families safe in the community.
So be sure to get your exclusive spot on the City Magnetized Information Guide.
Spaces are very limited, so call us to be featured today and thank you for
helping keep our families safe!
We are also doing all area cities....
Rates:
2 X 2.5 inch ad: $299.50 ( Business Card Size )
2 x 5.0 inch ad: $399.50 ( Half of the bottom )
2 x 7.5 inch ad: $649.50 (One side top to bottom)
2 X 10.0 inch ad: $749.50 ( The bottom roll )
5.5 x 8.5 inch ad: $1299.50 ( The entire Guide)
Communities Unlimited llc
Mike Bruce
Senior City Project Director
1-877-750-5544”
Youth Commission Presents: Youth Commission
Teen Dodge Ball Tournament and DJ (Youth Commission)
Saturday, February 5, 2011
PR Park District Community Center (1515 W. Touhy)
Registration for dodgeball (individuals or teams up to 6 players) begins at 7:30 pm, games begin at 8:oopm
Free admission! I Pod and other giveaways! Prizes awarded to top dodgeball teams! Free pizza and drinks!
T shirts for all participants
Food Drive to benefit Maine Township Food Pantry—each canned good received gets an additional raffle ticket for I Pod drawing
Spectators welcome!
Library Book Sale for Kids! Library Hosts Children’s Book Sale Saturday & Sunday, February 5 - 6
The Friends of the Library will host a sale of all children’s books on February 5 and 6 – the first time an event has been devoted exclusively to this category.
Visitors can browse thousands of donated books, many in like-new condition, as well as gently-used materials withdrawn from the Library’s collections. Books are available for infants through teens.
Times for the sale are:
Saturday, February 5 Noon to 4 p.m.
Sunday, February 6 Noon to 3 p.m.
Half-price Sale on Sunday 2 – 3 p.m.
Most materials are priced under $2.00. For more information on the Children’s Book Sale, please call 847-825-4527.
Paul’s Dinner & Dance for Kids with Cancer From Member “The Paul Seiwert Foundation” a nonprofit organization:
Dinner & Dance
Hosted by: Thomas & Teresa Seiwert
Saturday, March 5, 2011
6:30pm-Midnight
Park Ridge Country Club
636 North Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Music by Josh and the Empty Pockets
Enjoy Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing
$125 Per Guest | Valet Parking
In Memory of
Paul Thomas Seiwert
12/20/98 - 3/21/08
Proceeds benefit Paul’s Special Friends at
Advocate Lutheran General Children’s Hospital, Park Ridge, IL.
Thank you for helping us keep Paul’s dream alive to fight cancer through research and education.
For more information, contact the Seiwerts at (773) 407-1120 or email paulforkids@aol.com
The Paul Seiwert Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit Organization
Center of Concern Bunko Parties! Center of Concern Bunko Parties
Come be a part of a fun-filled event to benefit the Center of Concern - a social service agency in Park Ridge that is dedicated to helping our neighbors in need. Get some friends together for lots of laughs!
**Session One: Bunko & Lunch**
Friday, February 11th 12:30-3:30 Men/Women
**Session Two: Bunko & Dinner**
Friday, February 11th 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ladies’ Night
South Park Recreation Center, Talcott and Cumberland Ave.,
Ticket Price: $15 per person, pick your session
Includes: Bunko Games & Prizes, your choice of Hot Beef Sandwich or Mostaccioli with Marinara, Dessert, Coffee and Tea.
(Wine, beer & pop will be available for purchase.)
Did you know? Did you know…?
• Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique is having a huge sale! Up to 75% off! They’re at 147 N. Northwest Highway.
• The City now recycles batteries!
• WineStyles invites all to stop by Friday evening for free wine tasting with Phyllis from 5 to 7!
Morningfields Morningfields
Due to the overwhelming positive response we received from offering FREE DELIVERY this past month, we have decided to extend it once again for THE ENTIRE MONTH OF FEBRUARY. This will apply to any catering order of $50.00 or more (before tax). This includes ALL items from our scratch bakery, deli and prepared foods.
FYI - We have started a pizza program, offering our own homemade pizza made fresh daily. We have two sizes available for store purchase and for special orders. (7" and 12"). We offer cheese, pepperoni and sausage. Our 7" is priced at $3.99 and our 12" is priced at $5.99. Two great deals.
Melissa Rufo, Catering Manager, Morningfields
800 W. Devon
847-696-4200 x4
melissa@morningfields.net
www.morningfields.net
Willow Wellness Center I'm pleased to announce that Dr. Sandra Carey will be leading two psychoeducational groups this winter/spring. All groups meet at our offices in Park Ridge at 1400 Renaissance Drive, Suite 401. To register or for more information, please contact Dr. Carey at (847) 318-8200 or scarey@willowwellness.com. If you'd like fliers for your work space, we'd be happy to share them with you. The groups and schedules are:
Mindfulness: An 8-week class where students will learn and practice breathing deeply, moving mindfully, and being present with body, mind, and spirit. Great for improving your abilities to cope with stress, pain, and change. Saturday mornings from 10 to 11:30. February 12 through April 2.
Women Food and God: Stop Dieting, Start Living: A reprise of our inspirational 6-week group based on Geneen Roth's Women Food and God book. Topics include exploring how and why you eat; freeing up energies to discover what matters most to living well; and learning mindful, healthful eating. Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00. March 15 through April 19.
Fanning Howey Charli Johnsos, Project Manager for the architectural/ engineering firm of Fanning Howey, is serving as Sponsorship Committee Chairman for the 2011 Midwest Great Lakes Conference of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International. The conference will be held May 11-13 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza in Chicago, Illinois. Attendees will include architects, planners, and school leaders from 12 states and Ontario, Canada. Any businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Charli at (847) 292-1039.
Park Ridge Garden Club Park Ridge Garden Club is Blooming!
February 10
Garden Club Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Program Beauty and the Beasts. Join Joyce Basel on her Armchair Safari
March 8, 2011
District IX Annual Meeting
Concorde Banquets, Kildeer, IL
Cost: $30
Registration 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting 9:30 a.m.
Luncheon & Program 12:00
Program will be a floral program presented by Barbara Bellamy of IXIA Flowers.
Call Marianne Janesku at 773-218-5576 if you plan to attend.
Deadline for mail in registration is Feb 25.
Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner “NOON” KIWANIS CLUB OF PARK RIDGE WILL HOST THE ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER
WHEN: Friday, February 11th
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 418 Touhy Ave., Park Ridge
TIME: Serving hours – 4:45 to 7:00 P.M.
COST: Adults - $10.00
Children (6-12) $5.00
Children under 6 – eat free
Misc: Dine In or Carry Out
Raffle (Cash) Prizes ($5.00 for each raffle ticket)
Pickwick Theatre Coupon on dinner tickets
TriPilates – 5 years! TriPilates Celebrates Five Years in Business!
Feb 19 FREE Open House / Demonstration from 11:30am -1:00pm, following by the SPRING TRAINING RUNNER'S WORKSHOP $30, from 1:00pm-3:00pm
Norwood Seniors Network JOIN A WINNING COMMUNITY OUTREACH TEAM OF
MEAL-DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS
To meet the increasing need of older adults who want to remain independent in their homes, Norwood Seniors Network is now preparing to expand its meal-delivery service and is looking for more great volunteers. Those who have given a part of their time one or more days a week are deserving of special thanks, and they are asking you to join them in this rewarding and satisfying experience. The not-for-profit Norwood Seniors Network, at 6009 N. Nina Ave. in Chicago, provides freshly-prepared nutritious meals each weekday for delivery to homes in northwest Chicago or near northwest suburbs by a handful of volunteers who use mapped routes. Each route takes from one-to-two hours to complete. Volunteers bring a bright smile, some cheer and light conversation to persons who may have few if any visitors during the day. Meal deliveries are made between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Mondays through Friday, and volunteers can assist for one or more days a month.
Persons interested in volunteering must have their own vehicle and insurance. For more information, please call Bryan Manasse, Norwood Life Care Foundation, at (773) 577-5387, email him at bmanasse@norwoodlifecare.org, or visit www.norwoodlifecare.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
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AMA Dancers & Co.: 847-727-7066
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. AthletiCo Physical and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
5. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
6. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
7. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
8. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
9. E.J. Coyne Insurance: 847-692-9077
10. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
11. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
12. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
13. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
14. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
15. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
16. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
17. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
18. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
19. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
20. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
25. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
26. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
27. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
28. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
29. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
Member Update
A Note From Gail,
We survived the 2011 Blizzard! It was spectacular, wasn’t it? I did a lot of cooking, cleaning and reading! Get your picture of your creative snowman to me by Sunday to be considered for the contest!
There are 2 tickets available for Saturday’s Wolves Game and dinner. They’re side by side and just $30 each for a night of fun, food, and festivities!
Send me your news and I’ll put it in my Thursday eblasts at no charge to you!!! That’s what we do!
Warning for businesses! From Gail: I checked with the City. Please be aware that this is not sanctioned by the City and it’s not anything the City or Chamber is sponsoring. It is a solicitation so don’t be fooled if you get this email. I’m not saying there is anything wrong but it’s misleading with this title and you may initially feel it is something the City is doing but they are not:
“ 2011 City of Park Ridge Area Magnetized Information Guide
There will be up to 5,000 exclusive full color 2011 Magnetized City Guide to be
sent out this March to the local families. The City information Guides are meant
to keep your families safe by having the emergency & important local number
listed so our families will always have the numbers when they are needed most.
We feel the information guides are also a perfect fit for any business looking
for long term exposure on a product based right in our family homes on their
refrigerator. We are only looking for 4 to 8 ads from businesses who understand
and support the fight to keep our families safe in the community.
So be sure to get your exclusive spot on the City Magnetized Information Guide.
Spaces are very limited, so call us to be featured today and thank you for
helping keep our families safe!
We are also doing all area cities....
Rates:
2 X 2.5 inch ad: $299.50 ( Business Card Size )
2 x 5.0 inch ad: $399.50 ( Half of the bottom )
2 x 7.5 inch ad: $649.50 (One side top to bottom)
2 X 10.0 inch ad: $749.50 ( The bottom roll )
5.5 x 8.5 inch ad: $1299.50 ( The entire Guide)
Communities Unlimited llc
Mike Bruce
Senior City Project Director
1-877-750-5544”
Youth Commission Presents: Youth Commission
Teen Dodge Ball Tournament and DJ (Youth Commission)
Saturday, February 5, 2011
PR Park District Community Center (1515 W. Touhy)
Registration for dodgeball (individuals or teams up to 6 players) begins at 7:30 pm, games begin at 8:oopm
Free admission! I Pod and other giveaways! Prizes awarded to top dodgeball teams! Free pizza and drinks!
T shirts for all participants
Food Drive to benefit Maine Township Food Pantry—each canned good received gets an additional raffle ticket for I Pod drawing
Spectators welcome!
Library Book Sale for Kids! Library Hosts Children’s Book Sale Saturday & Sunday, February 5 - 6
The Friends of the Library will host a sale of all children’s books on February 5 and 6 – the first time an event has been devoted exclusively to this category.
Visitors can browse thousands of donated books, many in like-new condition, as well as gently-used materials withdrawn from the Library’s collections. Books are available for infants through teens.
Times for the sale are:
Saturday, February 5 Noon to 4 p.m.
Sunday, February 6 Noon to 3 p.m.
Half-price Sale on Sunday 2 – 3 p.m.
Most materials are priced under $2.00. For more information on the Children’s Book Sale, please call 847-825-4527.
Paul’s Dinner & Dance for Kids with Cancer From Member “The Paul Seiwert Foundation” a nonprofit organization:
Dinner & Dance
Hosted by: Thomas & Teresa Seiwert
Saturday, March 5, 2011
6:30pm-Midnight
Park Ridge Country Club
636 North Prospect Avenue
Park Ridge, IL 60068
Music by Josh and the Empty Pockets
Enjoy Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing
$125 Per Guest | Valet Parking
In Memory of
Paul Thomas Seiwert
12/20/98 - 3/21/08
Proceeds benefit Paul’s Special Friends at
Advocate Lutheran General Children’s Hospital, Park Ridge, IL.
Thank you for helping us keep Paul’s dream alive to fight cancer through research and education.
For more information, contact the Seiwerts at (773) 407-1120 or email paulforkids@aol.com
The Paul Seiwert Foundation is a 501(c)(3) Not for Profit Organization
Center of Concern Bunko Parties! Center of Concern Bunko Parties
Come be a part of a fun-filled event to benefit the Center of Concern - a social service agency in Park Ridge that is dedicated to helping our neighbors in need. Get some friends together for lots of laughs!
**Session One: Bunko & Lunch**
Friday, February 11th 12:30-3:30 Men/Women
**Session Two: Bunko & Dinner**
Friday, February 11th 6:30-9:30 p.m. Ladies’ Night
South Park Recreation Center, Talcott and Cumberland Ave.,
Ticket Price: $15 per person, pick your session
Includes: Bunko Games & Prizes, your choice of Hot Beef Sandwich or Mostaccioli with Marinara, Dessert, Coffee and Tea.
(Wine, beer & pop will be available for purchase.)
Did you know? Did you know…?
• Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique is having a huge sale! Up to 75% off! They’re at 147 N. Northwest Highway.
• The City now recycles batteries!
• WineStyles invites all to stop by Friday evening for free wine tasting with Phyllis from 5 to 7!
Morningfields Morningfields
Due to the overwhelming positive response we received from offering FREE DELIVERY this past month, we have decided to extend it once again for THE ENTIRE MONTH OF FEBRUARY. This will apply to any catering order of $50.00 or more (before tax). This includes ALL items from our scratch bakery, deli and prepared foods.
FYI - We have started a pizza program, offering our own homemade pizza made fresh daily. We have two sizes available for store purchase and for special orders. (7" and 12"). We offer cheese, pepperoni and sausage. Our 7" is priced at $3.99 and our 12" is priced at $5.99. Two great deals.
Melissa Rufo, Catering Manager, Morningfields
800 W. Devon
847-696-4200 x4
melissa@morningfields.net
www.morningfields.net
Willow Wellness Center I'm pleased to announce that Dr. Sandra Carey will be leading two psychoeducational groups this winter/spring. All groups meet at our offices in Park Ridge at 1400 Renaissance Drive, Suite 401. To register or for more information, please contact Dr. Carey at (847) 318-8200 or scarey@willowwellness.com. If you'd like fliers for your work space, we'd be happy to share them with you. The groups and schedules are:
Mindfulness: An 8-week class where students will learn and practice breathing deeply, moving mindfully, and being present with body, mind, and spirit. Great for improving your abilities to cope with stress, pain, and change. Saturday mornings from 10 to 11:30. February 12 through April 2.
Women Food and God: Stop Dieting, Start Living: A reprise of our inspirational 6-week group based on Geneen Roth's Women Food and God book. Topics include exploring how and why you eat; freeing up energies to discover what matters most to living well; and learning mindful, healthful eating. Tuesday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00. March 15 through April 19.
Fanning Howey Charli Johnsos, Project Manager for the architectural/ engineering firm of Fanning Howey, is serving as Sponsorship Committee Chairman for the 2011 Midwest Great Lakes Conference of the Council of Educational Facility Planners International. The conference will be held May 11-13 at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza in Chicago, Illinois. Attendees will include architects, planners, and school leaders from 12 states and Ontario, Canada. Any businesses interested in sponsorship opportunities can contact Charli at (847) 292-1039.
Park Ridge Garden Club Park Ridge Garden Club is Blooming!
February 10
Garden Club Meeting, 7:00 p.m.
Program Beauty and the Beasts. Join Joyce Basel on her Armchair Safari
March 8, 2011
District IX Annual Meeting
Concorde Banquets, Kildeer, IL
Cost: $30
Registration 9:00 a.m.
Business Meeting 9:30 a.m.
Luncheon & Program 12:00
Program will be a floral program presented by Barbara Bellamy of IXIA Flowers.
Call Marianne Janesku at 773-218-5576 if you plan to attend.
Deadline for mail in registration is Feb 25.
Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner “NOON” KIWANIS CLUB OF PARK RIDGE WILL HOST THE ANNUAL SPAGHETTI DINNER
WHEN: Friday, February 11th
WHERE: First United Methodist Church, 418 Touhy Ave., Park Ridge
TIME: Serving hours – 4:45 to 7:00 P.M.
COST: Adults - $10.00
Children (6-12) $5.00
Children under 6 – eat free
Misc: Dine In or Carry Out
Raffle (Cash) Prizes ($5.00 for each raffle ticket)
Pickwick Theatre Coupon on dinner tickets
TriPilates – 5 years! TriPilates Celebrates Five Years in Business!
Feb 19 FREE Open House / Demonstration from 11:30am -1:00pm, following by the SPRING TRAINING RUNNER'S WORKSHOP $30, from 1:00pm-3:00pm
Norwood Seniors Network JOIN A WINNING COMMUNITY OUTREACH TEAM OF
MEAL-DELIVERY VOLUNTEERS
To meet the increasing need of older adults who want to remain independent in their homes, Norwood Seniors Network is now preparing to expand its meal-delivery service and is looking for more great volunteers. Those who have given a part of their time one or more days a week are deserving of special thanks, and they are asking you to join them in this rewarding and satisfying experience. The not-for-profit Norwood Seniors Network, at 6009 N. Nina Ave. in Chicago, provides freshly-prepared nutritious meals each weekday for delivery to homes in northwest Chicago or near northwest suburbs by a handful of volunteers who use mapped routes. Each route takes from one-to-two hours to complete. Volunteers bring a bright smile, some cheer and light conversation to persons who may have few if any visitors during the day. Meal deliveries are made between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., Mondays through Friday, and volunteers can assist for one or more days a month.
Persons interested in volunteering must have their own vehicle and insurance. For more information, please call Bryan Manasse, Norwood Life Care Foundation, at (773) 577-5387, email him at bmanasse@norwoodlifecare.org, or visit www.norwoodlifecare.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
email: gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
website: www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AMA Dancers & Co.: 847-727-7066
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. AthletiCo Physical and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
5. Catalyst Marketing-Public Relations, Inc.: 847.298.8748
6. CMR Construction: 847.926.4245
7. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
8. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
9. E.J. Coyne Insurance: 847-692-9077
10. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
11. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
12. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
13. Hyatt Regency O'Hare: 847.696-1234
14. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
15. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
16. Minuteman Press of Deerfield: 847.279.8550
17. Naperville Exterior, Inc. : 847.593.7337
18. Panino’s Pizzeria: 847. 823.3450
19. Periodontics of Niles, P.C.: 847.685.6686
20. Perry's Pizzeria & Ribs/Catering: 847-823-4422
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. ProWindow Window Service, Inc.: 847-825-4890
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Romano's Family Pizzeria & Sports Bar: 847.823.7499
25. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
26. Sebastian Co. Real Estate: 847.823.3117
27. The Juniper Center: 847.759.9110
28. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
29. William Cunningham Movers, Inc.: 773.594.0398
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
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