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!