A Note From Gail
Happy Groundhog’s Day,
I’m excited to announce that the Chamber now offers free SCORE Consulting Services for the next 3 months on a trial basis. But we need you to call and make appointments or it will stop after the trial.

Get expert advice from business leaders. Free Counseling. Business Consulting. From Start to Success - SCORE is here to help grow your small business! Get advice for a small business loan. Start a business. Draft a business plan. Use free management consulting.

1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month, appointments available at 9:00, 10:00, and 11:00 a.m. for 1 hour each at the Park Ridge Chamber, 720 Garden Street in Park Ridge.

February: 7 and 21
March: 6 and 20
April: 3 and 17

Small Business Administration SCORE consultants, Leo Dietlin, Roger Loeffler, and Rand Schweizer will be available to consult on any issues that a business wants to discuss. Call the Chamber 847-825-3121 to set up your appointment.

Did you know? Did You Know?

• Dave Donovan is selling tickets for the Kiwanis Spaghetti Dinner - 847-692-9077!
• If you want to go to the Wolves hockey game on Feb. 18 with dinner at the Elks Lodge, come in and buy your tickets asap! $30/$25 (kids)
• Lynnette’s School of Dance is offering Zumba on Tuesday and Friday evenings starting Feb. 7. 847-823-7334
• Global Handmade Hope is offering a ‘love is in the air’ sale for 30% off everything in the store until Valentines Day! Fair Trade Store!
• The Summit of Uptown is hosting a luncheon fashion show for the benefit of the Park Ridge Community Fund featuring fashions from Chico’s and Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique on March 16. $20pp
• Kalo Foundation has their next meeting on Tuesday, Feb 7, at Iannelli Studios
• Celebrate Healthy Heart Month from 7-8pm with Park Ridge Hysterical Society at Regus 350 S. Northwest Hwy www.parkridgelaughter.com on Feb 7 at 7 p.m.
• The Library is having ‘Crime and the Courtroom’, an after-hours event on Saturday, April 14, 7 to 10 p.m. for $75pp with refreshments and great crime-writing authors! 847-720-3200
• Diddy Blyth still has some 2012 desk calendars left. The history of our town is timeless so it is not too late to read and learn of the beginnings of Park Ridge. Call Diddy at 847-698-6383 or stop in at the Chamber Office to get your copy.
• The Park Ridge Police Department is participating in the “Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics” scheduled for Sunday, June 10, 2012, to raise money for the Special Olympics Program. In addition to the “Torch Run”, the police department will be participating in the “Polar Plunge” on Saturday Feb. 25th, 2012, participants will be leaping into the icy waters of Lake Michigan to raise money for special Olympics. The Police Department is seeking monetary donations to support these fundraisers. For more information, contact Officer Julie Genualdi or Lt. Duane Mellema at 847-318-5252.
• Facing the Eclipse February 16 • 6:30 p.m. Told warmly in the conversational tradition of Irish storytelling, Facing the Eclipse is an original story narrating the adventurous journey of a young girl suffering from the loss of her mother. Join Lilia in her courageous journey as she learns to open her heart and welcome healing. Presenter: Margaret Burk, professional storyteller. Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter. RSVP 847-556-1778

• Susan Frangos, Higher Level Wellness, offer a wonderful newsletter – the Feb issue has the 5 Asian Superfoods; How to sneak your kids their veggies; recipe of the month; and a new group program and more. susan@higherlevelwellness.com


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LIN-MAR Motors Congratulations to Ron Lundin, LIN-MAR Motors, and Platinum member! Ron received the Order of Towman from American Towman Magazine. The Cross of the Order, a Maltese Cross with a unique towing icon sculpted inside, is awarded to a towing professional for his dedication to the towing trade and the community he serves.

Recipients of the Order of Towman are specifically recognized for their dedication to their local police department. The extreme professionalism shown by LIN-MAR Towing & Recovery in performing accident-related tows dispatched by the police department was recognized in the award ceremony, which took place in Baltimore, MD during the American Towman Exposition.

Kiwanis 20th Annual Spaghetti Dinner Friday, Feb. 10 The 20th Annual Spaghetti Dinner hosted by the Park Ridge NOON Kiwanis Club will take place on Friday, February 10, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church located at 418 Touhy Avenue in Park Ridge.

The $10 dinner ticket includes an all-you-can-eat dining experience showcasing the secret recipe pasta sauce (meat and meatless!), a garden fresh salad, and delicious dessert options.

Children ages 6-12 enter for $5, and those under 6 are free. In addition, each ticket can be redeemed at the Pickwick Theater for a ‘buy one, get one free’ movie pass. “This is the deal of the year,” said Spaghetti Dinner Chairman Dick Larsen. “Where else can you get a home cooked meal with a salad and dessert and a free movie pass?”

Dinner will be served in the main hall at the First United Methodist Church by Kiwanis members and student volunteers from local area churches and high schools. Doors open at 4:45 p.m. and the final food service will be 7:30 p.m. Dine In or Carry Out options are available. A cash raffle drawing will also take place.

This event, the 20th annual, is a primary fundraiser for the Noon Club which supports area social service organizations that provide programs for children including the Park Ridge Teen Center, Avenues to Independence and Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care.

For tickets or more information please contact Noon Kiwanis member Dave Donovan at 847-692-9077 who is determined to sell the most tickets this year!

Kalo Foundation Art Exhibit at Iannelli Studios Kalo Foundation Art Exhibit at Iannelli Studios

Monday, Feb. 20, 11 to 4 pm; Tuesday to Friday 1 to 4 pm; Saturday & Sunday 11 to 4 pm

Week 2 - Feb. 27
Monday closed
Tuesday to Friday 1 to 4 pm
Saturday & Sunday to 4 pm

Week 3 - March 5
Monday closed
Tuesday to Friday 1 to 4 pm

Sun and Moon Yoga Sun and Moon Yoga
Are you feeling tired or run down? Are you under alot of stress? Come join us for an afternoon of deep relaxation
Sunday, February 26th @ 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
FEE: $30 in advance
$35 'at the door'
~ reserve your spot with the studio
Phone: 224-305-YOGA or
email: sunandmoonparkridge@gmail.com
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Park Ridge Community Fund
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

Oakton CC Explore Clinical Laboratory Careers
Free Information Session Offered at Oakton

Interested in a career as a clinical laboratory worker? Don’t miss a health information technology and phlebotomy information session Tuesday, February 14, at Oakton.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment for clinical laboratory workers is expected to increase by 14 percent from 2008 to 2018, faster than the average for all occupations.

The free seminar showcases Oakton’s degree and certificate programs in these fields. Faculty will be on hand to discuss course requirements and industry trends. This discussion begins at 1 p.m., at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus (Room 1604).

To reserve your spot, visit www.oakton.edu/healthcareers or call 847-635-1700.

Norwood Crossing A “Super Bowl Snack” Open House will be held from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., on Feb. 1, at Norwood Crossing, 6016-20 N. Nina Avenue in Chicago, in the community’s state-of-the-art Assisted Living building. The event is being held as a prelude to Super Bowl weekend and will feature some signature appetizers and snack items. Afterward, staff-led tours will be conducted of the new building and the newly renovated Sheltered Care. A raffle with door prizes will be held during the afternoon. Please RSVP by calling (773) 577-5323 or email info@norwoodcrossing.org.

Park Ridge Community Women Mardi Gras Masquerade to Support GiGi’s Playhouse
Park Ridge Community Women Annual Fundraiser to Empower Individuals with Down Syndrome
The Park Ridge Community Women’s (PRCW) group is presenting a night of Mardi Gras Masquerade benefiting GiGi’s Playhouse, a Down syndrome awareness and educational center. A fun packed evening is planned with music, dancing, fortune telling, and games on Friday February 24th, 2012 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM at the Snuggery Pub in Edison Park, 6733 N. Olmsted Ave. Event and ticket details can be found at www.prcw.org.
PRCW chose GiGi’s Playhouse through their membership nomination and voting
process, but the decision was easy since the efforts will also support an organization thathas been a big part of one of the group’s member’s life directly. The Kracik family’s
Mom, Debbie, is a PRCW member and has been a family that has greatly benefitted from GiGi’s Playhouse support and love with their daughter who has Down syndrome.
"Finding GiGi's Playhouse has helped our daughter who has Down syndrome, and given our family an amazing support structure as we celebrate this blessing in our lives."
Debbie Kracik GiGi's Playhouse family member and PRCW member.

Car Raffle tickets!
MRRO Car Raffle Tickets Sales for National Breast Cancer Foundation

MRRO (Most Reliable Remodelers Organization) partnered with the National Breast Cancer Foundation to sell raffle tickets. The
The MRRO Car Raffle Grand Prize is a choice of a brand new car (a 2011 BMW 328i Convertible, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Coupe or 2012 CADILLAC CTS Premium Coupe) or $50,000 in cash. The second prize will be a cash prize of $10,000 and third prizes will be the sum of $1,000 each with 10 raffle ticket holders totaling $10,000.
A total of 2,500 tickets will be sold at a price of $100.00 per ticket.
Visit MRRO website at www.MRRO.org for more information or call us at 630-238-5701.

Republican Women of Park Ridge February 16, 2012 @ 7:00pm Republican Women of Park Ridge Candidate's Forum. Candidate's Forum hosted by Republican Women of Park Ridge. Believe it or not! The March 20, 2012 Primary Election is only weeks away. Do you know who your Republican Candidates are on the Park Ridge Primary Ballots? Come to our February General Meeting. We have invited the local Candidates important to you, for you to become better informed. This very important general meeting is February 16, 2012 @ 7:00pm, South Park Recreation Center. Admission is free. All are welcome.
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News: Republican Women of Park Ridge Club's very own, Susan Sweeney, has announced her candidacy for the 55th Illinois State Representative District. Important: This is a WRITE-IN vote on the Primary Ballot. Congratulations Susan! Interested in helping with the campaign, contact rwopr@ymail.com.

Willow Wellness Center Willow Wellness Center is offering a mindfulness meditation class to start February 2 in Park Ridge. Drs. Sandra Carey and Bob Campbell are co-leading the course--an 8-week program providing mindfulness education and practice for a limited number of participants. Classes will involve attention to breathing, gentle movement, and a focus on being present with oneself--and provide a great way to learn to relax! Classes are Thursday evenings, 7:00 to 8:30, from February 2 through March 22. The cost is $249 for the entire course, payable with cash, check, or credit card. Fliers are available for sharing upon request.

If you or anyone you know is interested, please contact Dr. Bob Campbell at (847) 318-8200 or rcampbell@willowwellness.com.

The Center of Concern The Center of Concern Auxiliary is hosting two Bunko Parties on February 10th

Bunko is a fun dice game that anyone can play –no experience necessary! Two Bunko parties will be held to benefit The Center of Concern, a social service agency in Park Ridge. The events will be held on Friday, February 10th at the South Park Recreation Center (Talcott and Cumberland) in Park Ridge. The first event, “Bunko and Lunch” for men and women will be held from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Later, “Ladies’ Night” will be held from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. $15.00 ticket includes Bunko games and prizes, choice of beef sandwich or mostaccioli, dessert, coffee and tea. Wine, beer and pop will be available for purchase. Contact Nancy at (847) 318-1008 to make your reservations, and your tickets will be held at the door. Please indicate whether you would like to come for the afternoon or evening session and whether you would like beef or pasta.

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

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

Thank you to our Platinum members
1. 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. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
5. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
6. Charter Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
7. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
8. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
9. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
10. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
11. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
12. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
13. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
14. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
15. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
16. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
17. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
18. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
19. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
20. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
21. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
22. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
23. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
24. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
25. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
26. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
27. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
28. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
29. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
30. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
31. You can be here!
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