In This Issue Featured Article From Gail Member Events Let me know if you want to be in the Memorial Day Parade. The Chamber is in slot #31 and so far Lynnette's School of Dance, Sportsclips and WineStyles are marching with the Chamber. From Gail: Remembering our military who gave their lives: We'll be in the Memorial Day Parade in Spot 31 - come march with us! In place by 9:45, step off at 10. We start on Talcott by Roosevelt School. Here's what's happening with Chamber Members: There will be a LifeSource blood donation opportunity on Memorial Day at 116 Main Street. Read more... Do something different this Memorial Day Weekend! Choose to cruise on Lake Michigan. Advanced Physical Therapy: Healthy living involves discipline and a strategic approach towards exercise and nutrition. It requires small, consistent changes every day to increase your metabolism and fuel your body with the right types of nutrients. Here are some simple ideas to help you live a healthier life. Park Ridge Hysterical Society - what's happening. A Family in Distress: The Challenges Family Members Encounter while Living with a Chronic Illness. Midwest Care Center Maine Center on the Odyssey - it's easy to give Dad a gift he'll never forget! Read more. Multi chamber Night 6/19 Chicago Bandits vs Akron Racers. Registration deadline 6/8/12. Pickwick Theatre - what's playing? Susan Frangos, Higher Level Wellness wants you to know about State of Health of Chicago TriPilates - news. Stock up on Wine & Beer for Memorial Day Weekend at WineStyles WSI - We Simplify the Internet - latest internet marketing trends The National Disaster Help Desk for Business is designed to enhance community economic recovery after a disaster. 1-888-MY-BIZ-HELP Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce 720 Garden St. Park Ridge, Illinois 60068 gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org 847.825.3121 Thank you to our Platinum members 1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital 2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery 3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy 4. Blufish Sushi Bistro 5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub 6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc 7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc 8. Elements Therapeutic Massage 9. Express Auto Center 10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling 11. Houlihan's Restaurant 12. Jason's Deli 13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988 14. LIN-MAR Motors 15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata 16. Neuro Metabolic Treatment Group 17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting 18. Paul Davis Emergency Services 19. Periodontics of Niles 20. Responsive Management Solutions 21. Resurrection Health Care 22. Rubino Dentistry 23. Saturn Title LLC 24. The Capital Grille 25. The Exercise Coach 26. Village Bank & Trust 27. Vive! Therapeutic Massage

From Gail: Let me know if you want to be in the Memorial Day Parade. The Chamber is in slot #31 and so far Lynnette's School of Dance, Sportslips and WineStyles are marching with the Chamber. Here's what's happening with Chamber Members: Citizens Patrol wants to know: Are you ready for some football? Lynnette's School of Dance is hosting a fundraiser for a beautiful little girl named Grace. Maine East Rummage Sale this weekend. Read more. There will be a LifeSource blood donation opportunity on Memorial Day at 116 Main Street. Read more... Do something different this Memorial Day Weekend! Choose to cruise on Lake Michigan. Park Ridge Hysterical Society - Wig Out with Laughter Tuesday at 7 p.m. The National Disaster Help Desk for Business is designed to enhance community economic recovery after a disaster. 1-888-MY-BIZ-HELP Summer's almost here. Stick a fork in it. Noodles & Co NORWOOD CROSSING RESIDENTS COMBINE SPRING ART SHOW OPENING WITH "BROADWAY REVUE" PERFORMANCE Meet the Artists Reception this Saturday at OnView Craft Beer Week this Week at WineStyles Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce 720 Garden St. Park Ridge, Illinois 60068 gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org 847.825.3121 Thank you to our Platinum members 1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital 2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery 3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy 4. Blufish Sushi Bistro 5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub 6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc 7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc 8. Elements Therapeutic Massage 9. Express Auto Center 10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling 11. Houlihan's Restaurant 12. Jason's Deli 13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988 14. LIN-MAR Motors 15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata 16. Neuro Metabolic Treatment Group 17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting 18. Paul Davis Emergency Services 19. Periodontics of Niles 20. Responsive Management Solutions 21. Resurrection Health Care 22. Rubino Dentistry 23. Saturn Title LLC 24. The Capital Grille 25. The Exercise Coach 26. Village Bank & Trust 27. Vive! Therapeutic Massage

Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE - May 14, 2012

All held at 720 Garden Street unless otherwise specified. May 14, Monday, 4:00pm – 7:00pm Family Dental Care Park Ridge Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, 111 S. Washington #202, Join Mayor Schmidt and Chamber Board members as we celebrate the relocation of this business in town. May 14, Monday, 7:00pm – 8:30pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Topic is “Going into Business” at the Park Ridge Public Library 1st Floor Conference Room, 20 S. Prospect. RSVP to Chamber. May 15, Tuesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Multi-Chamber Luncheon Westin Hotel O'Hare - Grand Ballroom A, 6100 River Rd, Rosemont. Andy Shaw, President, Better Government Association. Complimentary Parking. Member $25 Prospective Member $30 May 16, Wednesday, 5:00pm -7:00pm Multi Chamber Business After Hours LIN-MAR Motors, 5940 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove at the corner of Oakton & Austin. Great opportunity to network among members of neighboring Chambers: Niles, Skokie, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Edgebrook. Springtime theme of hot dogs, beer, pop, chips, etc. Raffle prizes! May 17, Thursday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at Bella Bleu, 143 N. Northwest Highway. Join the mayor, Chamber board and City officials as we celebrate the opening of this new business in town! May 17, Thursday, 8:00am -9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop. “Taking Your Business Online” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited. May 17, Thursday, 5:00pm – 7:0pm Business Networking After Hours – The Capital Grille, 5340 N. River Road, Rosemont – A fabulous evening is planned with food and beverages so bring your business cards and come to network.Raffle held with proceeds going to Rainbow Hospice for a Chamber butterfly! May 23, Wednesday, 9:00am – 10:30am Chamber Health Care Forum Meeting, 720 Garden May 25, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am – Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden St. Adrienne Dimopoulos, Resurrection Health Care, to speak about “Media 101” - How to talk to the Media. Catered by All on the Road Catering & Bakery. $10 members;$15 prospective members/walk ins May 28, Monday, 9:45am – 11:00am Park Ridge Memorial Day Parade Join the Chamber and participate in this annual Park Ridge tradition. Our assembly point is on the north side of Talcott midblock between Prospect and Fairview Avenues, Spot 31. Step off at 10:00am. May 29, Tuesday, 9:00am – 10:00am Chamber New Member Orientation Meeting, 720 Garden St. – All new members are encouraged to attend this very informative session hosted by the Chamber Ambassadors. Please RSVP to let us know you can make it. May 29, Tuesday, 6:00pm – 7:30pm Chamber Retail Roundtable Meeting, 720 Garden St - If you have a shop in Park Ridge then don’t miss out on the Chamber’s Retail Roundtable! It’s a group formed to allow retailers the opportunity to discuss issues of interest to them.

From Gail: There is a multi-chamber luncheon at the Westin O'Hare next Tuesday with Andy Shaw as the keynote speaker. $25 per member - NO walk ins! It will be a huge crowd. I have to call in our count today but may be able to add to it Monday morning so act fast if you want to attend. Here's what's happening with Chamber Members: Give Mom a Gift Certificate with Linda Russo Stylist in Park Ridge for Mother's Day!47-493-9012 www.lindaarusso.com June Moon Estate Sales will be at 4441 N. Overhill Ave. in Norridge, IL 60706 Friday May 11th and Saturday May 12th from 9AM to 3PM each day. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page Upcoming for details or call us at 847-698-2559. The Park Ridge Garden Club will hold their annual plant sale on Saturday, May 19, from 9am to 1pm. Featured will be container plants, border plants, perennials, herbs, vegetables and hanging baskets. Many of the plant offerings will be from Garden Club members' gardens.These are proven hardy in this area and in local soil conditions. The location, Hodges Park, is directly in front of Park Ridge City Hall. The street location is Vine and Courtland. For a nominal fee a club member will design and plant containers the day of the sale. Pots will be available at the sale. Allegro Music says BOBBAPALOOZA is tomorrow night! Remembering police officers who died in the line of duty. Change the World Weekend at First United Methodist Church Rosewood Restaurant - celebrate Mothers Day, May 13th The Capital Grille Mothers Day Brunch Village Bank & Trust Home Buyers Seminar, May 15 Chico's Benefit for MCYAF and the Park Ridge Community Fund - today until 6 p.m. See invitation. Kidwinks.com offers High Priority Listings with special rates until May 25. Read more. Lasting Legacy Has Gone Social! Read more. There's still time for your Mother's Day Dinner Cruise on the Odyssey! Sculptures by OnView artist Patsy Davis at DuPage Sculpture Show. See flyer Passports to Park Ridge tomorrow! Raffle prizes too! JCCRT invites you to Suicide Prevention Monday, May 21st from 6pm to 8pm at the Maine West Auditorium. Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC, Clinical Director and owner of Clinical Care Consultants, LLC in Arlington Heights, will talk about suicide warning signs. WineStyles: Invite Mom to Join the Wine Club!

Chamber is newest SCORE branch office! The Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce announces that it was selected to be a SCORE Branch Office with the local branch manager being Platinum Chamber member, Rand Schwiezer. Hour-long, one-on-one, SCORE appointments are offered on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month between 9 a.m. at 720 Garden Street in Park Ridge. Thank you to our Platinum members 1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital 2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery 3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy 4. Blufish Sushi Bistro 5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub 6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc 7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc 8. Elements Therapeutic Massage 9. Express Auto Center 10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling 11. Houlihan's Restaurant 12. Jason's Deli 13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988 14. LIN-MAR Motors 15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata 16. Neuro Metabolic Treatment Group 17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting 18. Paul Davis Emergency Services 19. Periodontics of Niles 20. Responsive Management Solutions 21. Resurrection Health Care 22. Rubino Dentistry 23. Saturn Title LLC 24. The Capital Grille 25. The Exercise Coach 26. Village Bank & Trust 27. Vive! Therapeutic Massage From Gail: Some highlights for the week - tomorrow is the day that scholarship applications are due. Tomorrow evening is the multi-Chamber networking Business After Hours at Rosewood. RSVP's by today please. Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meets Thursday morning from 9:30 to 11. This Friday is First Fridays Park Ridge! Elementary Learning Foundation (ELF) "Share and Share" Event and Pop Up Market at 116 Main Street from 6 to 8 p.m. Please come out and support your community! Passports to Park Ridge's PAST! Click here for more info. Mark your calendar! May 1, Tuesday, 4:00pm - Deadline for Park Ridge Chamber Scholarship Applications - The Chamber is excited to announce a new Scholarship program! Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors (or GED equivalent) who are college bound (or other post-secondary institution) in the fall of 2012. May 1, Tuesday, 5:30pm -7:00pm Multi Chamber Networking After Hours - along with Chicago Sky Women's Professional Basketball Team - Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont. No charge but RSVP required by April 30, 11:00am. May 3, Thursday, 9:30am-11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) For more information, contact Lynda Tourloukis at 847-401-5787 Lynda@youcansayyes.com May 3, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care Forum Program Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western. "Don't have a stroke!" Dr. Sara Koveleski Kraut and her dad, Dr. Jules Koveleski will tell you everything you should know. Special thanks to all our community sponsors: Park Ridge Park District, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, Loyola University Medical Center and Resurrection Medical Center. May 4, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays Elementary Learning Foundation (ELF) "Share and Share" Event and Pop Up Market at 116 Main Street May 9, Wednesday, 11:00am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon - Michael Wynne, author of eBook Total Profitability, Hundreds of Ways to Grow Your Profits, shares ideas and insights that you can apply to your business right away.Chicago Marriott O'Hare, 8535 W. Higgins Rd, Chicago. Member $25 Prospective Member $30. May 10, Thursday, 8:45am -10:15am Tech Forum - Ben Wilson, The Falkor Group will moderate "The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud?" And - we are giving away another copy of Office 2010 May 11, Friday, 8:45am - 9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network) May 11, Friday, 10:00am -3:00pm 5th Annual North Shore Women's Conference Luncheon. 23 Chambers participating. Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Keynote speaker Catherine Johns. Fee $32 includes lunch. Visit the website: www.northshorewomensconference.org May 14, Monday, 4:00pm - 7:00pm Family Dental Care Park Ridge Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, 111 S. Washington #202, Join Mayor Schmidt and Chamber Board members as we celebrate this grand opening. May 14, Monday, 7:00pm - 8:30pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Topic is "Going into Business" at the Park Ridge Public Library 1st Floor Conference Room, 20 S. Prospect. RSVP to Chamber - seating is limited. May 15, Tuesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Multi-Chamber LuncheonWestin Hotel O'Hare - Grand Ballroom A, 6100 River Rd, Rosemont. Mr. Andy Shaw President Better Government Assoc. speaker. Complimentary Parking. Member $25 Prospective Member $30. May 16, Wednesday, 5:00pm -7:00pm Multi Chamber Business After Hours LIN-MAR Motors, 5940 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove at the corner of Oakton & Austin great opportunity to network among members of neighboring Chambers, including: Niles, Skokie, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Edgebrook and Park Ridge. Springtime theme of hot dogs, beer, pop, chips, etc. Raffle prizes! No charge to attend. May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE CounselingWorkshop (Great Room) "Taking Your Business Online" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited. Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce 720 Garden St. Park Ridge, Illinois 60068 gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org 847.825.3121

Chamber Update April 23, 2012 Member Events Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31 Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge. We printing 17,000 copies! The Electronics Recycling was this past Saturday at Public Works. We partnered with the City and the Park District to get the word out and host this event. We have always processed 100 cars per hour which is why we do it for 3 hours because 300 cars worth of electronics is all we want to handle. Everything has to be removed from the cars (thank you One Brick and SWAP!) and then put into gaylords and onto pallets then Mike McGrath uses the forklift to load the pallets into the big trucks. We were amazed that we had 400 cars come through in 3 hours! There was never a break, never any downtime. The line never ended until we had to turn them away at noon. It was amazing and we have so many people to thank. D'Agostinos provided an assortment of delicious pizzas for the 50 workers! Thank you also to Maine Township Board; Maine Township Clerk Gary K. Warner; Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano; Park Ridge Taxi; and Village Bank & Trust for sponsoring this event! And a huge THANK YOU to Mike McGrath who is truly a Park Ridge Community Star. He stayed for another 5 hours after everyone else was gone, loading the trucks with all the electronics that we got in just 3 hours! On another subject, would you be interested in the Chamber forming a Legal Forum? Members could attend and ask questions of lawyers? If you're a lawyer, would you be interested in answering the questions? Email me. Here's what's happening at the Chamber: April 25, Wednesday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum(Clute Studio). Did you know the Chamber has a HealthCare Forum? If you are interested, send me an email and I'll add you to the distribution list. It meets on the 4th Wed of each month and the program is set for the 1st Thursday each month at the Park Ridge Senior Center at 11:00 a.m. Next month's presentation on May 3rd will feature Dr. Sara Koveleski Kraut DPT and her father Dr. Jules Koveleski. They will discuss signs of a stroke, what really happened to Senator Kirk and stroke rehab. April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications - topic is "Exposure, Credibility and Engagement - Three Ingredients for Every Successful Business". Catered by Village Green Subway$10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins. May, 1, Tuesday, 4:00pm - Deadline for Park Ridge Chamber Scholarship Applications - The Chamber is excited to announce a new Scholarship program! Two $500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors (or GED equivalent) who are college bound (or other post-secondary institution) in the fall of 2012. May 1, Tuesday, 5:30pm -7:00pm Multi Chamber Networking After Hours - along with Chicago Sky Women's Professional Basketball Team - Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont. No charge but RSVP required by April 30, 11:00am. May 3, Thursday, 10:00am-11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) For more information, contact Lynda Tourloukis at 847-401-5787 Lynda@youcansayyes.com May 3, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care Forum Program Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western May 4, Friday, 9:00am -10:30am Membership Meeting (Board Room) May 4, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays Elementary Learning Foundation (ELF) "Share and Share" Event and Pop Up Market at 116 Main Street May 9, Wednesday, 11:00am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon - Michael Wynne, author of eBook Total Profitability, Hundreds of Ways to Grow Your Profits, shares ideas and insights that you can apply to your business right away.Chicago Marriott O'Hare, 8535 W. Higgins Rd, Chicago. Member $25 Prospective Member $30. May 10, Thursday, 8:45am -10:15am Tech Forum - Ben Wilson, The Falkor Group will moderate "The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud?" And - we are giving away another copy of Office 2010 May 11, Friday, 8:45am - 9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network) May 11, Friday, 10:00am -3:00pm 5th Annual North Shore Women's Conference Luncheon. 23 Chambers participating. Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Keynote speaker Catherine Johns. Fee $32 includes lunch. Visit the website: www.northshorewomensconference.org May 14, Monday, 4:00pm - 7:00pm Family Dental Care Park Ridge Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting, 111 S. Washington #202, Join Mayor Schmidt and Chamber Board members as we celebrate this grand opening. May 14, Monday, 7:00pm - 8:30pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Topic is "Going into Business" at the Park Ridge Public Library 1st Floor Conference Room, 20 S. Prospect. RSVP to Chamber - seating is limited. May 15, Tuesday, 9:00am -10:00am PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network) May 15, Tuesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Multi-Chamber Luncheon Westin Hotel O'Hare - Grand Ballroom A, 6100 River Rd, Rosemont. Mr. Andy Shaw President Better Government Assoc. speaker. Complimentary Parking. Member $25 Prospective Member $30. May 16, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting (Annex) May 16, Wednesday, 5:00pm -7:00pm Multi Chamber Business After Hours LIN-MAR Motors, 5940 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove at the corner of Oakton & Austin great opportunity to network among members of neighboring Chambers, including: Niles, Skokie, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Edgebrook and Park Ridge. Springtime theme of hot dogs, beer, pop, chips, etc. Raffle prizes! No charge to attend. May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Newsletter Meeting May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) "Taking Your Business Online" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited. Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce 720 Garden St. Park Ridge, Illinois 60068 gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org 847.825.3121 Thank you to our Platinum members 1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital 2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery 3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy 4. Blufish Sushi Bistro 5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub 6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc 7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc 8. Elements Therapeutic Massage 9. Express Auto Center 10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling 11. Houlihan's Restaurant 12. Jason's Deli 13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988 14. LIN-MAR Motors 15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata 16. Neuro Metabolic Treatment Group 17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting 18. Paul Davis Emergency Services 19. Periodontics of Niles 20. Responsive Management Solutions 21. Resurrection Health Care 22. Rubino Dentistry 23. Saturn Title LLC 24. The Exercise Coach 25. Village Bank & Trust 26. Vive! Therapeutic Massage This email was sent to info@parkridgechamber.org by gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org | Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe™ | Privacy Policy. Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce | 720 Garden St. | Park Ridge | IL | 60068

Member News

From Gail

Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31

Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge. We printing 17,000 copies!

Member Events
Today is the Chamber's Business After Hours at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy, Suite 300, from 5 to 7 p.m. Meet others in a friendly, casual atmosphere over refreshments. See the really cool offices at Regus imagine yourself in one of them!

The Electronics Recycling is this Saturday at Public Works. We parnter with the City and the Park District to get the word out and host this event. Just $5/car and you receive a $5 coupon with participating Chamber members. D'Agostinos is providing pizzas for the workers! Thank you to Maine Township Board; Maine Township Clerk Gary K. Warner; Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano; Park Ridge Taxi; and Village Bank & Trust for sponsoring this event!


Here's what's happening with Chamber Members:

Dear Chamber Members,
One of our students Grace Nash who is 6 years old is losing her eye sight to a genetic disease called Stargardts. She will probably be eventually blind if a cure is not found We are having a FundRaiser for research for a Cure of the Disease -Stargardts
" A Sundae Of Dance "
May 20 from 1-4
We will be serving Ice Cream and having Hip-Hop and Zumba Lessons and a Raffle.

We are doing raffle baskets and this is where I ask for your help . If any one can donate any items or gift certificates please contact us .
Anything and any amount is appreciated.
Grace has two younger sisters who are too young to be tested for the disease. Can you imagine?

Thank you very much for your help! Staff of Lynnette's School of Dance 847-823-7334
Lynnette VanDien Bertolotti and Lorena Free Hamzic
Director Lynnette's School of Dance
517 Talcott
Park Ridge,Il. 60068
847-823-7334 lynnettedance@comcast.net jazzn1@hotmail.com

June Moon Estate Sales will be at 119 S. Elmhurst Ave. in Mt. Prospect Friday April 20th and Saturday April 21st from 9AM to 3PM with tools and more. And we will be at 1700 W. Touhy with tools only on Saturday April 21st from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559.

In This Issue
Featured Article

Give Mom a custom wine basket from WineStyles

Kidwinks being courted by Shark Tank!

Library Community Fair on Saturday

MCYAF Spring Into Action!

Maine East High School Rummage Sale

Looking for treasures? The Maine Township High School District 207 Transition Program will be holding a rummage sale on Saturday, May 19th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. It will be held in the ABCD gym at Maine East High School. Proceeds will benefit program activities.

What's happening at Oakton Community College

Take your mom on an Odyssey Cruise

Red hatted laughter with the Park Ridge Hysterical Society on April 24

Petite Opera Schedule of Mikado

Shop Locally and Support the Library

TriPilates Spring Newsletter

Why is it so hard to be healthy?

Here are the key dates for District 64's calendar for 2012/2013 school year!


Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Elements Therapeutic Massage
9. Express Auto Center
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
11. Houlihan's Restaurant
12. Jason's Deli
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors
15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
16. Neuro Metabolic Treatment Group
17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
18. Paul Davis Emergency Services
19. Periodontics of Niles
20. Responsive Management Solutions
21. Resurrection Health Care
22. Rubino Dentistry
23. Saturn Title LLC
24. The Exercise Coach
25. Village Bank & Trust
26. Vive! Therapeutic Massage

Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE

We had a wonderful luncheon at the Hilton last week! Our speaker was great and so was the food. Click here to see the winners of the raffle prizes.

Don't forget the business after hours on Thursday at Regus from 5 to 7! RSVPs would be appreciated - email or call the Chamber.

And on Saturday is our Electronics Recycling from 9 to noon at Public Works! Thanks to our sponsors, Maine Township Board, Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano, Maine Township City Clerk Gary K. Warner, Park Ridge Taxi, Village Bank & Trust and D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub! Also a big thank you to the City for Public Works (and Mike McGrath), and the Park District for advertising it.

We'll be handing out $5 coupons - do you want to be included on the back? It's free advertising! $5 off on a minimum $20 purchase.


Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:


April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling

April 17, Iliinois Chamber Employer Action Lobby Day with WI Gov. Scott Walker speaking

April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting

April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.

April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited

April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting

April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.

April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car

April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert

April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum

April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.

Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Elements Therapeutic Massage
9. Express Auto Center
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
11. Houlihan's Restaurant
12. Jason's Deli
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors
15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services
18. Periodontics of Niles
19. Responsive Management Solutions
20. Resurrection Health Care
21. Rubino Dentistry
22. Saturn Title
23. The Exercise Coach
24. Village Bank & Trust
25. Vive! Therapeutic Massage

Member News

From Gail:


Let everyone know what's going on in your business - send me a pdf and I can attach it to my eblast that goes out each Thursday.

Also, get everyone in your company to subscribe to Chamber eblasts!

Here's what's happening with Chamber Members:

Clark Weber recalls Chicago rock and roll at May 18 Summit program - Mother Weber's oldest son Clark, an icon of Chicago radio in the '50s, '60s and '70s, will take you back to a time when rock and roll was clean and the Chicago River was dirty Friday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown...read more

Here are the key dates for District 64's calendar for 2012/2013 school year!

Free Business Seminars at the Chamber - run by SCORE. First one is April 19 and we already have 25 signed up for it!

Lisa's Homemade Italian Ice - SPRING HOURS: We are now open 7 days/week!
Sunday - Thursday noon-6pm
Friday - Saturday noon- 8pm
While you are out enjoying the beautiful spring weather, stop in a enjoy a refreshing cup of Italian Ice, delicious
Ice Cream or a bag of gourmet Popcorn.

If you like to invest a portion of your discretionary monies or retirement funds in the stock market as a day trader, for the short term or on a long-term basis, you might want to gain a better understanding of the various forces that can impact the market, individual stocks or specific sectors. Read More

June Moon Estate Sales will be at 5551 W. Drummond Place in Chicago this Friday April 13th and Saturday April 14th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday.

Discover the many contributions to Park Ridge of artist, designer and sculptor Alfonso Iannelli Friday, April 27 at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown. Read More

Allegro Music Center, Inc.'s Summer Rock Band Camp

Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique is having their Spring Sale - check it out!

Celebrate Pajama Night with the Park Ridge Hysterical Society - read all about it here.

Oakton Community College - time to register for Fall classes (and other news). Click here.

Park Ridge Garden Club Newsletter tells you about the Plant Sale on May 19 but there is other news too.

Are you paying too much for your health insurancce? Call Tom Schroeder

Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. Saturn Title LLC
22. The Exercise Coach
23. Village Bank & Trust
24. Vive! Therapeutic Massage

Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE

Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31

Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge.


Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. The Exercise Coach
22. Village Bank & Trust
23. Vive! Therapeutic Massage





The monthly networking luncheon is this Wednesday, April 11, at new member Hilton Rosemont Hotel, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont. Our featured speaker is Rebecca Tanaka who will amaze you with her "Discover Your Memory Power" presentation!
The menu is Cucumber Wrapped Organic Greens with Creamy Avocado dressing & Roasted Beets; Stuffed Chicken with Honeyed Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Spaghetti Sqaush; Opera Cake; served with fresh chilled basil lemonade. In the Lindbergh Room. Parking will be validated. Feel free to bring a gift certificate to your business as a raffle prize - proceeds from the raffle will go towards the new Scholarship program.
$25 for Chamber members with RSVP. $30 for Prospective Members or Chamber Members who walk in without an RSVP.



Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:

April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont. Speaker Rebecca Tanaka "Discover Your Memory Power" Please RSVP: $25 members and $30 for prospective members and walk ins.

April 12, Thursday, 6:45am -8:15am Tech Forum held this month at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy. - Ben's topic is: The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud? An added incentive for attending this early morning session is another copy of Office 2010 will be given away to a lucky attendee!

April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)

April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline

April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am-10:00pm PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)

April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling

April 17, Iliinois Chamber Employer Action Lobby Day with WI Gov. Scott Walker speaking

April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting

April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.

April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited

April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting

April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.

April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car

April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert

April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum

April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.

Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE

From Gail:

Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31

Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge.


Don't forget to gather up all your old electronics for our Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works on Saturday, April 21, from 9 to noon.

I want to thank our sponsors:

Maine Township Board
Maine Township Highway Commissioner, Robert Provenzano
Maine Township Clerk, Gary K. Warner
Park Ridge Taxi
Village Bank & Trust


Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:

April 4, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling

April 5, Thursday, 9:30am -11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meeting. held at Regus.

April 5, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care forum Program: Prescription Medication Misuse, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge Senior Center - Joe Gera, R.Ph. Directory of Pharmacy Services at Resurrection Medical Center - Thousands of people are admitted to hospital due to an adverse drug event. Learn how to reduce your risk.

April 6, Friday, 9:00am -10:30am Membership Meeting, 720 Garden (Board Room)

April 6, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays: Night of Art and Artists - Local professional and student art will be highlighted in participating First Friday locations. Enjoy the beautiful art work as you shop, dine and celebrate.

April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont - Speaker Rebecca Tanaka "Discover Your Memory Power" Please RSVP: $25 members and $30 for prospective members and walk ins.

April 12, Thursday, 6:45am -8:15am Tech Forum held this month at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy. - Ben's topic is: The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud? An added incentive for attending this early morning session is another copy of Office 2010 will be given away to a lucky attendee!

April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)

April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline

April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am-10:00pm PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)

April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling

April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting

April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.

April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited

April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting

April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.

April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car

April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert

April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum

April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.

Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. The Exercise Coach
22. Transition Brokers RE
23. Village Bank & Trust
24. Vive! Therapeutic Massage

Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE

Did you know that you have me send out a dedicated eblast to all 660 chamber member contacts for just $50? Also, if you have people in your company that do not receive my eblasts but would like to, email me with their info and we’ll do the rest!

Although we didn’t win the bowling tournament and had to give up the trophy, it was a fun time last Thursday, spending time with Edison Park Chamber.
Thanks to Teams LIN-Mar Motors, Express Auto Center, WineStyles, and the PinReapers (Jared Skiba, Allegro Music Center; Marci Derrick (Park Ride Chamber) and Jorge Garduno, Tech Stuff PC & Video; Jenna Gales,Pioneer Press; and Rob Jakubczak, American Family Insurance).

Next year we’ll win it back!

2 Fun Events this week
This week, I hope you can make it to Rick Pucci’s new offices for the ribbon cutting and Friday’s Women in Business breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli with the featured speaker Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy, presenting “Fight Like a Girl!”.

Scroll down for more info on both events.

Upcoming Events Mark your calendars for Chamber events through May!

March 27, Tuesday, 8:30am-10:00am Board of Directors Meeting

March 27, Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm Chamber Retail Roundtable Meeting, 720 Garden St. - If you have a shop in Park Ridge then don’t miss out on the Chamber’s Retail Roundtable! It’s a new group formed to allow retailers the opportunity to discuss issues of interest to them.

March 28, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:30am Health Care Forum Meeting, 720 Garden

March 29, Thursday, 5:00pm Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Park Ridge Financial, 36 Main Street - Come celebrate with board member Rick Pucci as the City Manager, Jim Hock, cuts the ribbon on Rick’s new offices! Refreshments provided so RSVP’s appreciated but not required.

March 30, Friday, 8:30am -9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden St. ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (reality based self defense for women) by Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy. Breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli. FIGHT LIKE A GIRL One of every five women will be attacked in their lifetime. Don’t be a victim. Take the first step in your own survival by attending a Fight Like A Girl Self Defense seminar. Women who resist or fight back have a great chance of deterring a physical or sexual assault. Statistics indicate that there is a 50% chance that the attacker will flee if you choose not to be a victim & FIGHT BACK. Members $10 and $15 prospective members and walk ins.

April 4, Tuesday, 9:00am - 12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling. Free business counseling. Appointments required.

April 5, Thursday, 9:30am -11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meeting at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Highway, Ste. 300.

April 5, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care forum Program: Prescription Drug Abuse, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge Senior Center

April 6, Friday, 9:00am - 10:30am Membership Meeting, 720 Garden (Board Room) Member acquisition, satisfaction and retention – your input needed!

April 6, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays Art Event at Participating Merchants. Support your community by shopping locally – come out, visit the stores, see the art, meet the artists, buy something!

April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont Hotel, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont - Speaker Rebecca Tanaka “Discover Your Memory Power”

April 12, Thursday, 8:45am -10:15am Tech Forum (date is changing)

April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)

April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline

April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling. Free business counseling. Appointments required.

April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting

April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.

April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting, 720 Garden, (Annex)

April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) – “Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited

April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting

April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Business After Hours, Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.

April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day – 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car

April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert

April 23, Monday, Health Care Forum (Clute Studio)

April 24, Tuesday, Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals (SOLD OUT)

April 27, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member

May1, Tuesday, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Multi Chamber Networking After Hours - along with Chicago Sky Women's Professional Basketball Team - Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont. No charge but RSVP required by April 30, 11:00am.

May 3, Thursday, 10:00am - 11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) A group for new and emerging entrepreneurs. For more information, contact Lynda Tourloukis at 847-401-5787 Lynda@youcansayyes.com

May 3, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care Forum Program Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western

May 4, Friday, 9:00am - 10:30am Membership Meeting (Board Room)

May 4, Friday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm First Fridays Elementary Learning Foundation (ELF) “Share and Share” Event

May 9, Wednesday, 11:00am - 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon - Steve Fretzin, speaker. Chicago Marriott O'Hare, 8535 W. Higgins Rd, Chicago. Member $25 Prospective Member 30.

May 10, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum

May 11, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)

May 11, Friday, 10:00am - 3:00pm 5th Annual North Shore Women's Conference Luncheon. 23 Chambers participating. Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Keynote speaker Catherine Johns. Fee $32 includes lunch. Visit the website: www.northshorewomensconference.org

May 15, Tuesday, 11:30am - 1:30pm Multi-Chamber Luncheon Westin Hotel O'Hare - Grand Ballroom A, 6100 River Rd, Rosemont. Mr. Andy Shaw President Better Government Assoc. speaker. Complimentary Parking. Member $25 Prospective Member $30.

May 16, Wednesday, 9:00am - 10:00am Executive Board Meeting

May 16, Wednesday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Multi Chamber Business After Hours LIN-MAR Motors, 5940 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove at the corner of Oakton & Austin great opportunity to network among members of neighboring Chambers, including: Niles, Skokie, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Edgebrook and Park Ridge. Springtime theme of hot dogs, beer, pop, chips, etc. Raffle prizes! No charge to attend.

May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Newsletter Meeting

May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) “Taking Your Business Online” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited.


Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068

phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc: www.DickPondAthletics.com New!
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!

Member News as of March 22, 2012

Hope to see you this evening for the business after hours bowling tourney! Call for details.

The Chamber is hosting a workshop on April 19, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Mike Sullivan will discuss the “Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know”. This is provided by SCORE at no charge and we’ll have refreshments. Please RSVP to the Chamber. (reply to this email now!)



Did you know… Did you know:

• Stress Management (Hands on) Session by Vive! Therapeutic Massage. Sunday, March 25 at 3pm at 1416 S. Canfield
• June Moon Estate Sales will be at 3226 N. Rutherford Ave. in Chicago this Friday March 23rd and Saturday March 24th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday. Lots to see.
• Rick Pucci, Park Ridge Financial, moved his offices to 36 Main Street and has his grand opening/ribbon cutting on Thursday, 3/29, 5 p.m.!
• St Paul of the Cross has its annual blood drive on Sunday, April 1 – no foolin’! 8 to 1:30. 1-800-RED CROSS to reserve your time.
• Park Ridge Police will host a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 3, 7 – 9p.m. “How to be a good ‘digital citizen’”; “Kids, Cops & Cars”, “Teen Drinking & Parties”. In partnership with MCYAF and IL Attorney General’s Office. 505 Butler Place
• “The Boomer Generation – What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” will be held at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 N. Waukegan Road in Morton Grove. To register, call 847.933.2413.
• Last chance to save 15% on your Easter Cruise! Book by 3/25 for 4 or more to get discount. 866-305-2469
• You can leverage your online customer ratings & reviews by emailing Jim Cone, WSI at jcone@onlinewsimarketing.com!
• Corks for a Cure will be held Friday, May 4 at the Park Ridge Country Club in memory of Chris Diez. Chris served as choir director at St. Paul of the Cross for 15 years. The fundraiser, a wine tasting event, will include a silent auction and they are seeking donations.847.677.8273
• Rainbow Hospice has a Rainbow Raffle with a first prize of $10,000! Win With Rainbow Hotline at (847) 292-2355
• The Chamber will march in the Memorial Day Parade – are you in? We’ll know our slot number by May 1.
• Mickey Sons, ComForcare, is hiring! parkridge@ComForcare.com

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Maine South
“Chicago” Maine South presents “Chicago”

Maine South High School's Fine Arts Department will “give you that old razzle dazzle” with this year's production of "Chicago," the hit musical set in Prohibition-era Chicago. It features a cast, pit and stage crew of talented Maine South students and will be a “don’t miss” performance!

Show dates/Times: April 27, 28 and May 4, 5
7:30 pm

April 29
2 pm

Tickets sell our quickly and you may purchase tickets online now at: www.seatyourself.biz/mainesouth. Tickets are $10.00, with a $.50 service charge each. All seats are reserved.

Yard signs promoting the Maine South musical “Chicago,” are available at the Chamber of Commerce office. If you can display one at your business and/or home, please stop by to pick one up. The signs will be available the last week of March. This is a great way to support our kids, schools and community. Thanks!

Nick Boudreau, Edward Jones Dinner Invite Are you keeping up with important market events?

Get a snapshot of today’s global markets.

You are cordially invited to attend a complimentary seminar to help you gain insights and learn about trends impacting international and domestic markets.

HOSTED BY: Nick Boudreau, Edward Jones
WHEN: Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 6:00 PM
WHERE: Zia’s Trattoria
6699 N. Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631
3 course meal will be served

RSVP: Andrea Pehl (847) 384-0259 by March 22, 2012
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
Voice Your Choices
Monday, April 16, 2012 at 9:30 a.m.

RSVP by April 9 to Linda Rockwell.
(847) 556-1778 • LRockwell@carecenter.org

Loretta Downs has been a companion to the dying for more than 25 years. She has sat at the bedside of family members, friends, AIDS victims, nursing home residents and hospice patients. She credits these profound experiences with teaching her how to live—and how to prepare for dying. Join us to honor National Healthcare Decisions Day and hear Loretta’s inspiring and uplifting approach to preparing for death, one choice at a time.

For more than 25 years Loretta has been a companion to AIDS victims, friends, family, hospice patients, and nursing home residents through the end
of their lives. These teachers motivated her to retire from a successful career in the Merchandise Mart to become an inspirational speaker and
writer on the subject of supporting positive experiences at the end of life. She earned a Masters Degree in Gerontology at age 60.

Loretta founded Chrysalis End-of-Life Inspirations to advocate for nursing homes and hospitals to provide private rooms for keeping vigil with the
dying. She is President of the Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition, a Metta Institute Certified End-of-Life Care Practitioner and a Respecting
Choices Advance Care Planning Facilitator. She is a member of the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center ethics committee, the Association
for Death Education and Counseling, the American Society on Aging, the Society for the Arts in Health Care, and the Pioneer Network.


Blood Drive April 1 at St Paul of the Cross
The Holy Family Guild of St. Paul of the Cross Church, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring its Annual Blood Drive on Sunday, April 1, 2012. The hours are 8AM – 1:30PM in the Morello Parish Life Center, 320 S. Washington, Park Ridge, IL, 60068.

Most persons in good health are eligible to donate blood, and all donors are given a health assessment prior to donation. High school students and donors under the age of 19 need to meet certain height and weight requirements. All donors must present valid photo identification, and should eat a healthy meal and drink extra water prior to donating.

Making an appointment in advance is highly recommended for several reasons. The Red Cross sends a certain number of blood drive staff, based solely on the number of advance appointments. Donors with appointments will proceed through the blood drive stations faster than those without. Appointments also help manage the overall drive, because they space out the flow of donors. If you choose not to make an appointment, walk-ins will be accepted after 10:30AM.

Every two seconds, someone in America needs blood. A single unit of blood has the capability to save the lives of 3-4 people. Our mild winter, unfortunately, does not change the fact that the need for blood is constant and ongoing. Blood is used in serious trauma, disasters, surgeries and medical procedures, cancer treatment and other care.

As always, our Blood Drive is on Palm Sunday. What an appropriate and generous way to honor this day. Remember: You can put the power of faith into action and help save a life. Please consider participating in this life-giving initiative on Sunday, April 1.

If you have additional questions or wish to make an appointment in advance, you may:
• call Dolores Vonderheide, (cell) 847-704-0210;
• call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-773-2767); or
• log on to www.redcrossblood.org.

Oakton Breaking Ground
Oakton to Break Ground on Science and Health Careers Building
For the first time since its Des Plaines campus opened in 1980, Oakton Community College will kick off a major construction project at the site when it breaks ground on a $39 million Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m.

The 93,000-square-foot building, scheduled for completion in 2014, will launch the College’s $68.5 million five-year Facilities Master Plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2010.

The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road, with a reception immediately following.
Oakton Community College Head to Niles North for Special Interest Courses

Niles North High School is the place for a host of special interest courses offered through the Oakton Alliance for Lifelong Learning.

Public Speaking with Confidence (COM B02-01). Overcome stage fright by discovering how to organize a speech, make impromptu presentations, and improve delivery. Eight-week course meets 7:30 – 10 p.m., Mondays, starting April 2. Course fee is $160.

Sizzling Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Cumbia (PED E88-03). Learn new and trendy dance moves. A partner is not necessary. Six-week course meets 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Mondays starting April 2. Course fee is $55.

Writing Children’s Books (COM M02-01). Explore the world of children’s literature. Navigate through the children’s book market in order to get published. Six-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $150.

Creative International Cooking (HEC E66-01). Cook international dishes from Italy, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Four-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $94.

Texas Hold ‘Em Poker (REC S05-01). Increase your chances of winning at this popular card game. Four-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $45.

Featured courses meet at Niles North High School, 9800 Lawler Avenue, Skokie.

All registrants will be charged an $8 non-refundable processing fee at the time of registration. For a complete Alliance for Lifelong Learning class schedule, including registration and fee information, visit www.oakton.edu/all, or call 847-982-9888, press 3.

Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068

phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. Dick Pond Athletics – coming soon! New!
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
16. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
18. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
19. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
20. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
23. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
24. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
25. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
26. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
27. You can be here!

Member News

From Gail

We received dozens of positive comments about the Chamber’s new logo! Thank you to all who responded.

We still have some space available at tomorrow’s fashion show luncheon benefiting the Park Ridge Community Fund. Held at The Summit of Uptown. Fashions by Chico’s and by Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique. Makeup by Linda Russo. Great raffle prizes! Call to reserve your spot today!

Don’t forget about our photo contest to have your photo on the cover of the Park Ridge Community Guide!


Did you know… Did you know:

• The Chamber has a scholarship committee putting together a scholarship program - Would you like to donate for it? Send in a check and say ‘Scholarship’ in the memo (and thank you!) – if everyone sent in $10, we’d have a great program to announce!
• Amberly Dressler from Where You Shop just joined the Chamber’s Newsletter Committee!
• Kalo Foundation is hosting a program tomorrow, 3/16, at the library at 10 a.m. regarding the cultural history of Park Ridge.
• Geri at Vive! Therapeutic Massage is having a Wellness Week Mar. 19 – 25 with $50 specials.
• The Chamber will march in the Memorial Day Parade – are you in? We’ll know our slot number by May 1.
• Carlucci hase ‘Van Gogh’ Vodka Night tonight 5:30 to 8 with comp tastings and ‘Van Gogh’ Signature Drinks for $5. 847.518.0990
• Corks for a Cure will be held Friday, May 4 at the Park Ridge Country Club in memory of Chris Diez. Chris served as choir director at St. Paul of the Cross for 15 years. The fundraiser, a wine tasting event, will include a silent auction and they are seeking donations.847.677.8273
• TriPilates is offering a spring tune-up March madness sale!

• A White Elephant Sale to benefit the Kalo Foundation will be held this Saturday March 17th from 9AM to 2PM at the Alphonso Iannelli Heritage Center, 255 N. Northwest Hwy. in Park Ridge. For info call Nancy at 847-698-9512.

• Rainbow Hospice has a Rainbow Raffle with a first prize of $10,000! Win With Rainbow Hotline at (847) 292-2355


Fashion Show Luncheon tomorrow The Spring Fling Fashion Show to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund featuring spring fashions by Chico’s of Park Ridge and Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique and makeup by Linda Russo will be presented at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit (at Touhy) tomorrow, Friday, March 16, beginning at 11:30 a.m. A fabulous lunch will be served. $20pp

Kidwinks on WGN Check out Jean & Nina of kidwinks.com sharing some family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events on WGN Midday News this past Tuesday. Stay tuned, they are going to be on ABC next Friday with some great Spring Break ideas, 11:45am if you want to catch them live.

Anthony Valentino Salon & Spa IT'S SPRING AT ANTHONY VALENTINO SALON AND SPA!
Exciting March Promotions:
• One hour massage with Alex for $49
• Salon & Spa package for $75 (half price!) includes ½ massage, ½ hour hydrating facial; haircut with Fagan or Cathy
• Purchase $50 on products – get $5 coupon

847-318-5577 (tell them the Chamber referred you!)
WWW.ANTHONYVALENTINOSALONANDSPA.COM

Vive! Therapeutic
Massage "Stress Management (Hands on) Session" by Vive! Therapeutic Massage

Wellness Week presents "Stress Management (Hands On) Session-Mar. 25, 3pm

Tax season, job insecurity, family responsibilities, and ... so much to do in so little time. Are you finding that your daily commitments are strapping you down? Beware of stress and the physical and psychological effects it may have on your health. When under stress, the hormone, Cortisol, is increased. Under normal conditions this hormone is important to the proper functioning of the body. However, under stressful situations, this hormone is increased as a result of the body's "fight or flight" response to stress. If the body is not restored to its neutral level of cortisol through relaxation and stress management this high level of cortisol is sustained and over time, can be damaging to your body possibly resulting in high blood pressure and heart conditions. There are ways to control your response to stress and allowing your body to return to a state of homeostasis (balance).

To hear more about the effects of stress on the body and your muscles and to receive stress reduction tips and feel the effects of massage (free samples!), come to our Wellness Week "Stress Management (Hands On) Session" on Sunday, March 25 at 3pm at 1416 S. Canfield. Let go of the reins of stress and feel the freedom of being able to breathe more easily, relax and be in control of the daily bombardments of stress.

Terrace Gardens THE BOOMER GENERATION – WHAT YOU
NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE

Terrace Gardens Assisted Living and The Bethany Terrace will co-sponsor “The Boomer Generation: What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” on Saturday, March 31, from 10 am to 11 am.
Every 69 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease. Statistics show that over 10 million Baby Boomers are expected to develop it. Join us for an informative and stimulating workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association-Greater Illinois Chapter that focuses on normal age-related memory changes, the warning signs of more serious memory loss, and what you can do to help in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
There is no cost for this program; registration is required. “The Boomer Generation – What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” will be held at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 N. Waukegan Road in Morton Grove. To register, call 847.933.2413.

Oakton Breaking Ground
Oakton to Break Ground on Science and Health Careers Building
For the first time since its Des Plaines campus opened in 1980, Oakton Community College will kick off a major construction project at the site when it breaks ground on a $39 million Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m.

The 93,000-square-foot building, scheduled for completion in 2014, will launch the College’s $68.5 million five-year Facilities Master Plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2010.

Science and health career education has changed radically since the 1980s and enrollment in these programs has increased. Over time, Oakton’s existing science and health career facilities have become outdated and overcrowded. The new facility meets contemporary and emerging science and health career educational standards, and will house the College’s anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, earth science, medical laboratory technology, nursing, physics, and physical therapy assistant programs. Located on the northeast side of the existing campus, it will feature sophisticated labs; flexible, light-filled classrooms; enhanced technology; and abundant lab preparation and storage space.

The Science and Health Careers Building will celebrate the site’s natural highlights. Offices and student study spaces will provide optimum views of the lake, while windows in the corridors and classrooms will frame the surrounding forest. Oakton will seek Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for the facility, which will feature a number of “green” elements. The building will maximize solar heat gain and mitigate winter winds. A system that uses exhaust air to preheat and cool supply air will reduce heating Oakton Science and Health Careers Building and cooling loads, and occupancy sensors will regulate lighting. Daylight harvesting will bring natural light to 75 percent of the classrooms and the building façade will be self-shading.

The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road, with a reception immediately following.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068

phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!

Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE

Here is your first look at the new Chamber logo! It was designed by Kymberlee Raya, Big Shot Marketing, who said the tree symbolizes growth and the green of the leaves symbolizes money – we felt that it looks like a very entrepreneurial tree! What a perfect combination to represent the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce! And, of course, Park Ridge has been a Tree City USA awardee for 27 years!

The team that worked with Big Shot Marketing was led by Chamber board director, Joshua Nichols, Unbound Technology.

You’ll be receiving your member seals for 2012 soon – we wanted to wait until the new logo was approved.

A big thank you goes to Kymberlee Raya, Big Shot Marketing, for her creativity (and patience!).

Monthly Luncheon on Wed. 3/14
Please RSVP for the luncheon. It’s this Wednesday, March 14, at the Park Ridge Country Club and Senator Dan Kotowski is the speaker. His topic ‘Fixing State Government: Ending Business As Usual’ will bring us up to date what’s happening at the state level.

The Country Club is serving a wonderful lunch of salad, Lemon Parmesan Crusted Breast of Chicken with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce, Chef’s Vegetable, Dauphinoise Potato, sourdough rolls, and Ice Cream Turtle Sundae for dessert!

Check in and networking at 11:30, lunch at noon, and the senator will speak at 12:45.

$25 with RSVP; $30 for Prospective Members and Walk-Ins

If you want to bring prizes for the raffle drawing, just let us know! Thank you.


Upcoming Events March 14, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon. Speaker Senator Dan Kotowski’s topic: Fixing State Government – Ending “Business as Usual’’ Park Ridge Country Club, 636 Prospect, $25 members and $30 walk ins and prospective members.

March 16, Friday, 11:30am-1:30pm Fashion Show and Luncheon to benefit Park Ridge Community Fund. Featuring Spring Fashions Presented by Chico's and Kustom Kribs Baby Boutique. Hosted by The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, $20 includes fashion show and lunch. Seating is limited please RSVP by March 12th.

March 15, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting

March 20, Tuesday 9:00am -10:00am PREN 2 Park Ridge Executive Network 720 Garden

March 20, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling 720 Garden

March 21, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting

March 21, Wednesday, 4:00pm-7:00pm Regional Business Expo & Restaurant Showcase. Meadows Club, 2950 W. Golf Rd, Rolling Meadows. Admission to the event is free.

March 22, Thursday, 5:30pm -8:30pm Business After Hours Park Ridge Edison Park Bowling Challenge Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted $25 per person includes bowling, all-you-can-eat pizza and appetizers and Cash Bar from 5:30pm - 8:30pm

March 27, Tuesday, 8:30am-10:00am Board of Directors Meeting

March 27, Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm Chamber Retail Roundtable Meeting, 720 Garden St. - If you have a shop in Park Ridge then don’t miss out on the Chamber’s Retail Roundtable! It’s a new group formed to allow retailers the opportunity to discuss issues of interest to them.

March 28, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:30am Health Care Forum Meeting, 720 Garden

March 29, Thursday, 5:00pm Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Park Ridge Financial, 36 Main Street - Come celebrate with board member Rick Pucci as the Mayor cuts the ribbon on Rick’s new offices! Refreshments - RSVP’s appreciated.

March 30, Friday, 8:30am -9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden St. ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (reality based self defense for women) by Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy. Breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli. FIGHT LIKE A GIRL One of every five women will be attacked or raped in their lifetime. You don't need to be a victim. Take the first step in your own survival by attending a Fight Like A Girl Self Defense seminar. Women who resist or fight back have a great chance of deterring a physical or sexual assault. Statistics indicate that there is a 50% chance that the attacker will flee if you choose not to be a victim & FIGHT BACK. Members $10 and $15 prospective members and walk ins.

Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068

phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!

Member News

From Gail,

If you would like to be removed from email distribution, send me an email with ‘Remove’ in the subject line.

Don’t forget to sign up for our monthly luncheon which is next Wednesday at the Park Ridge Country Club with our featured speaker, Senator Dan Kotowski, speaking. $25 Members/$30 Prospective members and walk ins.

Also, don’t forget the fashion show luncheon Friday, March 16, at The Summit of Uptown benefiting the Park Ridge Community Fund. Tickets $20pp. Fashions by Chico’s, Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique, with make up by Linda Russo. (All 5 are Chamber members!). Chico’s outfits feature 6 models from 6 agencies that the PRCF funds: Rainbow Hospice (guess which beautiful blond?), Salvation Army, Girl Scouts, Northwest Suburban Day Care, Center of Concern (another beautiful strawberry blond!), and the PR Senior Center. KKBB will have lovely pregnant ladies in maternity clothes and beautiful babies and toddlers (if they feel like it that day!).

Did You Know?

• Basia at Toy Emporium is having a big sale 40% off all plush.
• Washington School PTO Playmakers new musical, Camp Okee Dokee, is set for Mar. 9 and 10. Buy tickets online: Camp Okee Dokee Tickets
• This week at CHICO'S is the "Get Carried Away" event. The entire boutique is 20% off for Passport members. Not a member? Stop in and sign up to join. The March catalog items are here along with daily new arrivals. The event and in-store specials run through Sunday.
• June Moon Estate Sales will be at 1932 Pine Street in Des Plaines this Friday March 9th and Saturday March 10th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Home Page Upcoming for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday. Lots to see for the collector.
• Kalo Foundation is hosting a White Elephant Sale on March 17.
• Jackie Mathews at Rainbow Hospice is offering butterflies as the public art project this year in 3 communities. jmathews@rainbowhospice.org
• That Houlihans hosts the library’s Pub Quiz on March 19 at 7 p.m. and that it’s a lot of fun? Trivia topics from classic literature to pop culture. The Chamber Ladies will be there! Come on out – no fee to participate!
• The Chamber collects cell phones for www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com program?

• Park Ridge Community Fund: The Summit of Uptown is hosting a luncheon fashion show for the benefit of PRCF featuring fashions from Chico’s and Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique on March 16. $20pp. Makeup by Linda Russo.
• OnView is featuring POWER HOUSE by Russell Phillips thru 3/17. I went on opening night and it was great!
• You can book an Easter cruise on the Odyssey for the whole family with the Easter Bunny! 866.305.2469 Say EASTER4 when booking for discounts

Ringside Heating & Cooling Special!
General Aire "Microbe Swatter" Ultra Violet air purifier. It get's installed on your furnace and the price for one Microbe Swatter UV air purifier is only $200, completely installed. These devices rock and $200 is an unheard of price for one.
Jim Schmitt
Ringside Heating and Air Conditioning
847-287-2446

An estimated 20 to 60 million people in the United States have dry eye. Dry eye is a chronic and progressive condition.

8 Simple Ways to Increase Comfort if you have dry eye:
1. Use artificial tears on a schedule (i.e. breakfast, lunch, dinner, and before bed).
2. Limit caffeine intake.
3. Avoid drafts and fans blowing in your face.
4. Direct automobile air conditioning away from your face.
5. Use sunglasses outdoors in dry or windy conditions.
6. Position your computer monitor below eye level and take a quick break every 1/2 hour.
7. Drink plenty of water.
8. Avoid smoking and second-hand smoke.

If you are having problems with eye dryness, we can help develop a plan for you to help keep your eyes healthy and comfortable.

Additionally, I just wanted to thank all of you for helping Sarah! We were able to collect 118 pairs of glasses. The glasses were taken to the optometry school for the students to clean and some of these students will be gong to Haiti and Guatemala on mission trips to provide eye care and glasses for people who have never had glasses before. We are still collecting glasses for next year. You can drop them off at any time.

Pam Boyce, OD, FAAO
Boyce Family Eye Care, Ltd.
528 Devon Ave.
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-518-0303
Fax 847-518-0404
SPRING INTO BALANCE
Yoga & Acupuncture Workshop
Friday, April 13th 7:30pm – 9:30pm
This workshop will examine the nature of stress from a yogic and medical perspective. The physiology of stress and the impact on the body/mind will be explored, including a discussion on the fight/flight response, effects of panic and anxiety, and techniques/tools to decrease discomfort. Yoga’s unique combination of gentle, physical movements, breathing practices, relaxation, and meditation are designed to harmonize the workings of the nervous system and relax the physical body.
CorePower Yoga Park Ridge
991 W. Touhy Ave.
847.496.4359

The Commons at Central Baptist Village

Judy Garland, the MGM Years at The Commons at Central Baptist Village Thursday, March 29 at 10:00 a.m.
Jack Diamond, vocal and music historian, presents Judy Garland, the MGM years. He will discuss her life, career and music, which he plays throughout the presentation. Diamond specializes in popular music and musical stars of the 20s through the 60s, and early opera starts, and presents with excitement and enthusiasm.

Author Abby Stokes presents her book “Is This Thing ON?” A Computer Handbook for late Bloomers, Technophobes, and the Kicking & Screaming, at The Commons at Central Baptist Village, Monday, April 2 at 2:00 p.m. Stokes will discuss topics that include: nuts-and-bolts basics of using a computer, email and the Internet; researching health issues; social networking; keeping in touch with friends and family; and more.

There is no charge for either of the programs. For further information or reservations—which are required by Tuesday, March 27—call 708-583-8500. Light refreshments will be served.
The Commons is located at 4747 N. Canfield Rd., Norridge IL 60706


Examine Health Care Careers in March
Free Information Sessions Offered at Oakton

Interested in a health care career? Then you won’t want to miss free upcoming information sessions at Oakton. These seminars showcase Oakton’s degree and certificate programs. Faculty will be on hand to discuss course requirements and industry trends.

A radiologic technology session is scheduled Wednesday, March 14, at 2 p.m., at Oakton’s Skokie campus, 7701 North Lincoln Avenue (Room C110).

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that employment for radiologic technologists is expected to increase by approximately 17 percent from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for all occupations. The BLS also reports that growth will be driven by the increasing demand for diagnostic imaging for an aging population.

In addition, a physical therapist assistant information session is scheduled for Wednesday, March 21, at 6:30 p.m., at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road (Room 1604).

To reserve your place in a session, visit www.oakton.edu/healthcareers or call 847-635-1700.
Republican Women of Park Ridge March General Meeting: Join us Thurs., March 15 at 7:00pm at South Park Recreation Center. Keynote Speaker: Adam Andrezejewski, CEO, For the Good of Illinois and former IL Gubernatorial Candidate. Adam will share with us what we can expect in 2012 for Illinois, discuss his OpenTheBooks.com project and much more. Doors open at 6:45pm. Admission is Free. More information at republicanwomenofparkridge.com. Follow us on Twitter @repwomenofpr Like us on FaceBook
Kalo Foundation

On Saturday March 17th the Kalo Foundation will be having our First Annual WHITE ELEPHANT SALE from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at the Iannelli Studios at 255 Northwest Hwy in Park Ridge.

We are accepting donations of new & nicer used items at this location on Sat. & Sun. from 1:00 to 4:00 and Mon. Tues. & Wed. from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. All donations are tax deductible.

For more information contact: Nancy Frugoli at 847-698-9512 or KaloFoundation.org or junmoonstr@aol.com


The Spring Fling Fashion Show to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund featuring spring fashions by Chico’s of Park Ridge and Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique will be presented at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit (at Touhy) in Park Ridge, Friday, March 16, beginning at 11:30 a.m. A luncheon will be served. $20

THE PARK RIDGE JUNIORS & FOUNDATION CORDIALLY INVITES YOU TO OUR ANNUAL BENEFIT
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Tea
SATURDAY, MARCH 10th, 2012
Reception at 11am High Tea at 12pm at the Park Ridge Country Club
636 Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge
$45 Adults, $25 KIDS (10 and under)
Payable to: The Park Ridge Juniors & Foundation
P.O. Box 290
Park Ridge, IL 60068-0290
THIS YEAR’S MAIN BENEFICIARY IS THE PARK RIDGE TEEN CENTER

Free program offers ideas to stop bullying
“Bullies and Those They Bully” will be presented Wednesday, Mar. 14, from 7 to 9 p.m. at 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, by Dr. Michael P. Maniacci. This must see event featuring Dr. Maniacci, who is a clinical psychologist and published author, will emphasize how people can get what they want without becoming the bully or being bullied themselves.

To register for the free program, call Oksana at 847-297-2510, ext. 271.

Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
Understanding and Helping Grieving Children
Children can grieve deeply and still grow up to become people who are living happy, productive lives. This presentation by Anne Hatcher Berenberg, Ph.D, author of "10 Steps for Parenting Your Grieving Children,” is appropriate for both professionals and parents. She will discuss how to talk with children of various developmental levels about the loss of a loved one, enabling children to have their own clear story to help them deal with the death
and hold on to positive memories. She will explore the impact grieving children and parents can have on each other, considering the ways that children express grief and react to a parent’s grief. She will identify strategies for fostering strength and building resilience in grieving children and give practical insight into how to transform youngsters’ anxiety, pain, and anger into acceptance, self-esteem and love.
CEUs (SW/LCPC) available for $10 fee.
Friday, March 23, 2012
9:30 a.m.
Glenview campus (2050 Claire Court)
RSVP by March 16 to Linda Rockwell.
(847) 556-1778 • LRockwell@carecenter.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
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE

If you haven’t paid your dues yet, please do so! They are due by January 1 of each year so by March 1, those who haven’t paid are technically no longer members in good standing according to the Chamber by-laws. But you can be reinstated by paying your dues.

Only Chamber members will appear in the Community guide and business directory and we have about 17,000 copies printed and delivered to every house in Park Ridge. All members appear twice in the directory – by category and alphabetical. Jenna Gales from Pioneer Press is selling ads for the community guide and there is a discount if you commit by St Patricks Day!

The weather didn’t cooperate on Friday for the First Friday Retail Madness so it . But let me know how many you had. Right now Hill’s Hallmark is winning the trophy so if you participated and didn’t send in your count yet, let me know!
The board of directors met last week and approved of the following 11 members:
Anthony Valentino Salon & Day Spa
Baird & Warner
Balance Healing Center
Di Monte & Lizak LLC
Hahn Agency Inc.
Intouch Home Care Services - Lutheran Social Services of IL
Norwood Seniors Network
Park Ridge Farmers Market
Schroeder Insurance Agency
Tribune Products Company

There is a Regional Business Expo and Restaurant Showcase at the Meadows Club, 2950 Golf Rd., Rolling Meadows with 11 Chambers participating on Wednesday, March 21 from 4 to 7 p.m.

Let me know if you’d like to be an exhibitor – the form is an insert in the March newsletter. Right now Park Ridge has no exhibitors.

Free to attend – just need a business card to get in!

Now that we’re no longer snail mailing out the newsletter, we can add everyone in your company to our distribution list for the newsletter. Send us names and emails and we’ll add their names.
There will be a photo contest for the picture on the front cover! Here is the press release I’m sending out to the media today:

Park Ridge Photo Contest!

Photographers, have you taken a picture that you think captures why Park Ridge is a wonderful place to live and work?
Enter it in the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce Photo Contest 2012 and your photo could be the one that appears on the front cover of the Park Ridge Community Guide & Business Directory, sent to every household in Park Ridge on May 31!
Submit your photo as a jpg (specs listed below) to Gail.Haller@ParkRidgeChamber.org by Monday at 4:00 p.m., April 16, 2012, in order to be considered. Include your name, address, phone number and email and a caption identifying where in Park Ridge the photo was taken.

All photos submitted for this contest become property of Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce. You may submit more than one photo. To be considered, each photo must include your name, street address, phone and email, a caption identifying where in Park Ridge the photo was taken, and include a signed, dated statement reading "I hereby give the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce permission to use the attached photo in its marketing materials."
Photo specs:
• Highest resolution possible (Minimum 300dpi)
• Preferably raw photos straight from the camera
• Portrait orientation. Landscape oriented photos will have to be cropped drastically.
• Color
• If possible, when considering subject matter, take into account that the title will be placed in the upper portion of the photo



We are now booking appointments for SCORE counseling for May 1 and 15 at 9, 10, 11 a.m.

Everyone who has met with the counselors have said wonderful things about them so don’t feel intimidated – they’ll discuss any aspect of your business without judgment. All they want to do is help, counsel, and guide but you have to ask for it. 1st and 3rd Tuesdays right now until we get SCORE convinced that Park Ridge has a need. I’d love to have them in weekly with standard hours that you could book through their website. Check it out: http://www.scorechicago.org/

The World Champion St. Louis Cardinals are coming to town on April 24, 2012! First Pitch: 7:05 PM

Section 216 and 218 between the On-Deck Circle and over the Cubs Dug Out. (not the cheap nose-bleed section!)

We’ve sold 40 of the 100 tickets already so if you’re interested, please come in and give us your check as we are not accepting credit cards for this.

Cost: $18 per ticket (We’ve sold 60 and have just 40 remaining tickets!)

Parking at DeVry for this special engagement is very reasonable and comes with a bus ride to the Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field's Front door and back after the game.

Send $ or drop checks off to Park Ridge Chamber, 720 Garden – cash or checks only – no credit cards.

Mark your calendar!

March 8, Thursday, 8:45am -10:15am Tech Forum

March 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1 Park Ridge Executive Network

March 14, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club. Senator Dan Kotowski’s topic: ‘Fixing State Government –Ending “Business as Usual”’ $25 members and $30 walk ins and prospective members.

March 15, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting

March 16, Friday, 9:30am – 10:30am PREN 3 Park Ridge Executive Network canceled until further notice.

March 16, Friday, 11:30am-1:30pm Fashion Show and Luncheon to benefit Park Ridge Community Fund. Featuring Spring Fashions Presented by Chico's and Kustom Kribs Baby Boutique. Hosted by The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, $20 includes fashion show and lunch. Seating is limited please RSVP by 3/12.

March 20, Tuesday 9:00am -10:00am PREN 2 Park Ridge Executive Network

March 20, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling

March 21, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting

March 21, Wednesday, 4:00pm-7:00pm Regional Business Expo & Restaurant Showcase. Meadows Club, 2950 W Golf Rd, Rolling Meadows, 60008. Admission to the event is free.

March 22, Thursday, 5:30pm -8:30pm Business After Hours Park Ridge Edison Park Bowling Challenge Edison Park Inn, 6715 N. Olmsted.

March 27, Tuesday, 8:30am-10:00am Board of Directors Meeting

March 27, Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm Chamber Retail Roundtable Meeting, 720 Garden St. - If you have a shop in Park Ridge then don’t miss out on the Chamber’s Retail Roundtable! It’s a new group formed to allow retailers the opportunity to discuss issues of interest to them.

March 28, 9:00am -10:30am Health Care Forum

March 29, 5:00pm Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Park Ridge Financial. Come celebrate with board member Rick Pucci as the mayor cuts the ribbon on Rick’s new offices at 36 Main Street! Refreshments. RSVP’s appreciated.

March 30, Friday, 8:30am -9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Fight Like a Girl presentation by Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts. Members $10 and $15 prospective members and walk ins.

Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068

phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!