Send me your news! We’re here to promote your business! I hear from members constantly how much they enjoy reading about what’s going on. Some just skim and that’s ok too.
This evening is the Health Care Forum presentation at the PR Senior Center. No charge.
Topic is Controlling Your Stress at Any Age
Did you know…?
Did you know:
… Next week Chico’s is having their VIP Event Week! Discounts of 20% plus 5% for Passport members. On Friday, 9/23, a fundraiser for the Park Ridge Community Fund and MCYAF will receive 10% of all sales so please go in next week on Friday!
…Dick Barton had a Letter to the Editor published last week in USA Today!
… Kustum Kribs, 147 N. Northwest, is having a fall fashion show, art opening, and Pluto Tee Trunk show on 9/24.
… June Moon will be at 1219 S. Washington Ave. in Park Ridge on Friday September 16th and Saturday September 17th from 9AM to 3PM each day. Check the June Moon Home Page Upcoming for details or call us at 847-698-2559.
… WineStyles has a French wine tasting Friday, 9/16, $5pp (free to wine club members)
…the Retail Committee met at TeaLula this morning to work on the next First Fridays, October 7, ‘Passport to Park Ridge’. We sure could use your helping hands! It’s hard for the same business owners to do all the work every month.
… Creekside Printing is doing a publication that they’ll mail out to every household in Park Ridge so the Chamber will be submitting information for the magazine regarding our First Fridays and other items of community interest.
… StageCoach Theatre Arts School started last Saturday and has ‘bring a friend’ day this Saturday at St. Andrew’s school. Call Amanda at 847-224-6040 for more info.
Outback Steakhouse
Outback Steakhouse is offering appetizers and ice cold Heineken brands for a $20 donation to benefit Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance www.curefa.org on Tuesday, September 20, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Arts and Carafes from Kalo!
Kalo Foundation is hosting their annual Arts and Carafes fundraiser at the Park Ridge Country Club on Friday, September 23.
I love this event and go every year! The club does wonderful gourmet food pairings and wine tasting that’s phenomenal!
WineStyles
Wine Lovers Need a Bailout too!
ALL CUSTOMERS SAVE BIG
Save on mix and match cases of wine this week
Wine Club Members save 20%, Non Wine club save 15%
not valid with any other offers or discounts)
(excludes if you insist wines)
expires sunday September 18th
Great Sale Wines discounted 20% off while they last
or Shop 6 for $60, always a great deal
Republican Women of Park Ridge Joins the Chamber
Republican Women of Park Ridge recently joined the Chamber and offer this event:
Monday, September 19, 2011
South Park Recreation Center at Talcott & Cumberland Kick-Off Event
Featuring WLS-am Radio Personality, Political Commentator and Operation Homefront Illinois Chapter President* DAN PROFT
TELL ME A STORY:
The Illinois GOP Challenge for 2012
Salad Bar Luncheon for RWOPR Members: 12:00 pm
Doors Open to the Public: 12:45 pm
Admission is Free
*In support of Operation Homefront and Our Troops, please bring
non-perishable food items or grocery gift cards for the Holiday Family Food Drive
republicanwomenofparkridge.com * RWOPR@ymail.com * Like us Facebook * Follow us on Twitter@repwomenofpr
Chico’s day of community giving
Day of Community Giving: 10% of your purchases to benefit local charities including the Park Ridge Community Fund and MCYAF.
Date: Friday, September 23, 2011
Time: 12:00-7:00 p.m.
Dress to express, dress for success, dress who you are, and be a part of our caring community. Please mention the Park Ridge Community Fund or MCYAF when checking out so Chico’s knows you support a healthy community.
The Summit of Uptown Presents Daniel Burnham
Learn about Chicago through the life of Daniel Burnham at The Summit of Uptown
“Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men’s blood.”– Daniel Burnham
Portraying Daniel Burnham, Terry Lynch will lead you through the city he loved so much at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit (at Touhy) in Park Ridge, Thursday, Sept. 22, at 1:30 p.m. Guests are invited to the free event and may make reservations by calling 847-825-1161, ext 129. Light refreshments will be served.
Lynch’s live re-enactment of Burnham’s life will introduce you to the people and events that shaped the “Windy City,” from the Fort Dearborn Massacre to the Columbian Exposition of 1893. From the Union Stockyards to the city’s fabulous architecture, come and find out how Chicago was transformed from the “Wild Onion” to the “City of the Big Shoulders” through the eyes of Daniel Burnham.
Guests are encouraged to stay for tours of the newly renovated retirement community. Parking is available in the City’s Central Parking Lot and the Uptown lot across the street. For a list of other entertaining events at Summit, visit www.summitofuptown.com.
Central Baptist Village Presents
Central Baptist Village Presents:
Performance by Edizon Dayao on Thursday, Oct. 6 at 10 a.m.
Let Edizon refresh your spirit with his solo orchestrated performance and unique keyboard techniques. Edizon has been playing and entertaining internationally
to as many as 700 private and public performances annually, including at the
posh mandarin hotel Tours and refreshments provided. RSVP 708.583.8500
www.cbvillage.org
Contact Me:
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847-720-4479
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
17. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
19. Responsive Management Solutions LLC: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Weekly Chamber Update
From Gail,
Our golf outing on Monday was fabulous – we couldn’t have asked for better weather! Although Park Ridge had just 17 golfers, Skokie had almost 70 so it made for a very successful event! The dinner had over 100 people attend and a lot of people won a lot of prizes! Tom Dombro, Dave Sherman, and Jeffery Rozovics’ foursome won first place! Tom shot a ‘hole in 2’ on a par 5 hole!
Thank you to Joe Campagna, Grant Merchant Services, for all his hard work as the Park Ridge Chair and for donating Bears tickets and Cubs tickets!
Thank you to our sponsors:
• Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
• ATI Physical Therapy
• Grant Merchant Services
• Harris Bank
• Liberty Bank for Savings
• LIN-MAR Motors
• Parkway Bank
• Pioneer Press – Dave Sherman
• Regus
• Resurrection Health Care
• Rozovics & Wojcicki P.C.
We had a Pik&Choose raffle and had a lot of wonderful prizes donated! Thank you to our Park Ridge members who gave us items:
• Blufish Sushi Bistro
• Grant Merchant Services
• Independent Arbonne Consultant, Bronagh O’Brien
• Tom Berg, Maine South High School
• NICOR Gas
• Outback Steakhouse
• Perry’s Pizzeria & Catering
• Pioneer Press
• Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
• Riggio’s Ristorante
• Rosewood Restaurant
• Vive! Therapeutic Massage LLC
• Wellness is Fabulous, LLC
Health Care Forum Tomorrow!
“Controlling your stress at any age” Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Lee Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Business After Hours at Rosewood is 9/29 not 9/22! Please note that the Business After Hours at Rosewood Restaurant will be on September 29! It will be a fun event so please rsvp to the Chamber so we have an idea of how many to plan for!
Tech Forum:
Facebook Tech Forum moderated by Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, is this Thursday from 8:45 to 10:15 at 720 Garden.
Want to BETTER understand Facebook Marketing?
The NEW Facebook business page has many new tools for you to take advantage of! From lecture to application - don't miss this one! Bring your laptop and get ready to GET SOCIAL! Learn how to set up your Facebook account and build a dedicated fan page that will help your brand get maximum coverage on Facebook.
There are more citizens of Facebook than citizens of the United States, but will Facebook really help grow your business? For many businesses the answer is yes, but how to achieve success may not be clear.
Anyone who wants to learn how to do Business Facebook marketing. Anyone that wants to increase lead generation.
Winterfest Winterfest will be held on Friday, November 25, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Can you donate $50, $75 or $100 to help cover the costs?
Will you be open and, if so, what activities will be going on at your place of business? Do you have any ideas to drive people into your business? We’re working with the library, the City and the South Park Merchants to make this another successful event.
Last Call for Million Dollar Quartet on Sunday October 9 Join the group! We're heading to the Apollo Theater in Chicago to see the critically acclaimed show, "Million Dollar Quartet" on Sunday, October 9th at 6:30pm. The cost is $50 (regularly $75.50). I need to pay for the tickets on Friday so that’s the drop dead date to get your reservation and payment in to me by.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For more information about the show, visit http://www.milliondollarquartetlive.com/about.html
Contact us if you want more information and to purchase the tickets on a first come, first served basis as seats are limited.
The next day is a holiday – Columbus Day – so bring the kids!
Retail Roundtable – New!
‘Facebook for Businesses’ is the topic with Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, speaking! New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
Do you want to exhibit for Multi-Chamber Expo & Taste on 10/18? There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Northwestern Game 10/22 Sponsored by Park Ridge Financial Advisors and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce featuring a Big Ten Show Down between The Northwestern Wildcats and The Penn State Nittany Lions 2011 ANNUAL HOMECOMING GAME on Saturday, OCTOBER 22nd Time: 6:00pm at Northwestern's Ryan Field - Cost is $40 per ticket.
Workshop on Networking – September 16 Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
Donate for the Park Ridge Garden Club: The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
Mark Your Calendar for these Events!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
September 29, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
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Our golf outing on Monday was fabulous – we couldn’t have asked for better weather! Although Park Ridge had just 17 golfers, Skokie had almost 70 so it made for a very successful event! The dinner had over 100 people attend and a lot of people won a lot of prizes! Tom Dombro, Dave Sherman, and Jeffery Rozovics’ foursome won first place! Tom shot a ‘hole in 2’ on a par 5 hole!
Thank you to Joe Campagna, Grant Merchant Services, for all his hard work as the Park Ridge Chair and for donating Bears tickets and Cubs tickets!
Thank you to our sponsors:
• Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
• ATI Physical Therapy
• Grant Merchant Services
• Harris Bank
• Liberty Bank for Savings
• LIN-MAR Motors
• Parkway Bank
• Pioneer Press – Dave Sherman
• Regus
• Resurrection Health Care
• Rozovics & Wojcicki P.C.
We had a Pik&Choose raffle and had a lot of wonderful prizes donated! Thank you to our Park Ridge members who gave us items:
• Blufish Sushi Bistro
• Grant Merchant Services
• Independent Arbonne Consultant, Bronagh O’Brien
• Tom Berg, Maine South High School
• NICOR Gas
• Outback Steakhouse
• Perry’s Pizzeria & Catering
• Pioneer Press
• Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
• Riggio’s Ristorante
• Rosewood Restaurant
• Vive! Therapeutic Massage LLC
• Wellness is Fabulous, LLC
Health Care Forum Tomorrow!
“Controlling your stress at any age” Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Lee Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Business After Hours at Rosewood is 9/29 not 9/22! Please note that the Business After Hours at Rosewood Restaurant will be on September 29! It will be a fun event so please rsvp to the Chamber so we have an idea of how many to plan for!
Tech Forum:
Facebook Tech Forum moderated by Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, is this Thursday from 8:45 to 10:15 at 720 Garden.
Want to BETTER understand Facebook Marketing?
The NEW Facebook business page has many new tools for you to take advantage of! From lecture to application - don't miss this one! Bring your laptop and get ready to GET SOCIAL! Learn how to set up your Facebook account and build a dedicated fan page that will help your brand get maximum coverage on Facebook.
There are more citizens of Facebook than citizens of the United States, but will Facebook really help grow your business? For many businesses the answer is yes, but how to achieve success may not be clear.
Anyone who wants to learn how to do Business Facebook marketing. Anyone that wants to increase lead generation.
Winterfest Winterfest will be held on Friday, November 25, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Can you donate $50, $75 or $100 to help cover the costs?
Will you be open and, if so, what activities will be going on at your place of business? Do you have any ideas to drive people into your business? We’re working with the library, the City and the South Park Merchants to make this another successful event.
Last Call for Million Dollar Quartet on Sunday October 9 Join the group! We're heading to the Apollo Theater in Chicago to see the critically acclaimed show, "Million Dollar Quartet" on Sunday, October 9th at 6:30pm. The cost is $50 (regularly $75.50). I need to pay for the tickets on Friday so that’s the drop dead date to get your reservation and payment in to me by.
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For more information about the show, visit http://www.milliondollarquartetlive.com/about.html
Contact us if you want more information and to purchase the tickets on a first come, first served basis as seats are limited.
The next day is a holiday – Columbus Day – so bring the kids!
Retail Roundtable – New!
‘Facebook for Businesses’ is the topic with Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, speaking! New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
Do you want to exhibit for Multi-Chamber Expo & Taste on 10/18? There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Northwestern Game 10/22 Sponsored by Park Ridge Financial Advisors and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce featuring a Big Ten Show Down between The Northwestern Wildcats and The Penn State Nittany Lions 2011 ANNUAL HOMECOMING GAME on Saturday, OCTOBER 22nd Time: 6:00pm at Northwestern's Ryan Field - Cost is $40 per ticket.
Workshop on Networking – September 16 Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
Donate for the Park Ridge Garden Club: The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
Mark Your Calendar for these Events!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
September 29, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Contact me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
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Friday, September 9, 2011
Chamber Member News as of 9/9/2011
The golf outing is Monday! You’re invited for the dinner and there’s almost 100 people who will be there so great for networking for just $60. Email me.
The Community Remembers 9-11
Hopefest 2011 The Community Remembers 911
Hopefest 2011, organized by three local Methodist churches, will take place on Sunday, September 11 at Maine East High School located at Dempster and Potter Road. The community will unite with a day of remembrance and hope affirming volunteer action across our community and be a day of observance on the tenth anniversary of the WTC/Pentagon attacks.
Hopefest 2011 will commence with a memorial service at 7:30 a.m. which will include the unveiling of a steel I-beam preserved from the World Trade Center. At noon, the Park Ridge Fire Department will be sounding the siren of one fire truck at Hopefest and area churches will be sounding their bells. Myriad of activities will continue throughout the day and conclude with a ceremony at 3:00 p.m.
The day will celebrate the dedication of our local first responders, and will include the Advocate Lutheran General Kids Fair, a Salvation Army emergency response seminar, Resurrection Health Care CPR classes, LifeSource blood drive, food drive, free health screenings, and volunteer work projects at several community locations. For more information, visit the website www.hopefest.net.
Flags fly at half-mast on 9-11, Patriot Day In the United States, the President can issue an executive order for the flag of the United States to be flown at half-mast upon the death of principal figures of the United States government, and others, as a mark of respect to their memory. When such an order is issued, all government buildings, offices, public schools and military bases are to fly their flags at half-mast. Under federal law (4 U.S.C. § 7(f)), the flags of states, cities, localities, and pennants of societies, shall never be placed above the flag of the United States; thus, all other flags also fly at half-mast when the U.S. flag has been ordered to fly at half-mast. The only exception to this is the POW/MIA flags are never flown at half-mast. They are completely removed.
Federal law requires the flag be flown at half-mast on September 11 (Patriot Day).
Did you know…? Did you know:
… Barton Marketing Group is looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Inquiries to Dick Barton at 847-698-5069 or dick@bartonchicago.com.
…that the Chamber has a twitter account? ParkRidgeChambe (no ‘r’)
…that Amphora is celebrating its 4 year anniversary? Congratulations, Debi and Diane!
…that an eye doctor really can tell if someone has untreated hypertension or high blood pressure because the small blood vessels that involve the eye are damaged, thickening, bulging and leaking. Most people with hypertensive retinopathy present without visual symptoms, however, some may report decreased vision. Call Dr. Pam Boyce at 847-518-0404 to schedule your eye appointment!
… Linda Russo Hairstylist in Park Ridge is doing Feather Hair Extention Parties call Linda Russo at 847-493-9012 or Caruden Hair Design at 847-823-1610 to schedule your Feather Party! www.lindaarusso.com
… that Susan Frangos, Higher Level Wellness, can get you in to see Dr. Gabriel Cousens
The Secrets of Spiritual Nutrition on Sunday, Sept 18, 2011, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. Call her for more details: 847-361-6185.
… that WineStyles carries Onehope Zinfandel and donates half the profits for its sale to Snowball Express, which creates hope and new memories for the children of our fallen military heroes who have died while serving our country since 9-11.
… June Moon will be at 221 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge on Friday September 9th and Saturday September 10th from 9AM to 3PM each day. Check the June Moon Home Page Upcoming for details or call us at 847-698-2559. This will be outdoors so rain may cause a delay.
City Seeks Task Force Volunteers City Seeks Task Force Volunteers
The City would like to invite interested individuals to serve on two newly created task forces.
The Economic Development Task Force will be comprised of approximately 15 volunteers from a cross-section of the community. Members will include a blend of people from the business community, non-profit, and consumer perspectives. The purpose of the task force is to gain feedback in the areas of marketing, business retention, and business attraction. A letter of interest, including applicable qualifications, should be submitted to the Deputy City Manager, 505 Butler Place, by October 3. Initially, the task force will meet on a monthly basis.
The Sign Review Task Force will be comprised of 8 to 10 individuals from the community, both business and property owners. These individuals will be asked to review the sign ordinance and recommend appropriate changes. Letters of interest should be submitted to the Community Preservation and Development Manager, 505 Butler Place, by October 3. The Sign Task Force is expected to meet as needed to complete its review.
Sun & Moon Yoga deal on Gleeday! I love it when Chamber members work together! Check out gleeday.com for the Sun and Moon Yoga special and get a 58% discount on 3 yoga classes:
“Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced yogi, Sun and Moon Yoga is the studio for you. Sun and Moon Yoga believes in offering eclectic class schedules that range from Hatha/Vinyasa to Blissful Backs to Easy Does It to HOT Vinyasa Core. And with today's Gleeday deal, for just $20 you get 3 yoga classes at Sun and Moon Yoga. Normally $48, you save 58%! Though you only get one of these deals for yourself, it is the holidays, so why not buy the max of three deals and give them away to friends and have them join you?”
Outback Steakhouse Outback Steakhouse is offering appetizers and ice cold Heineken brands for a $20 donation to benefit Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance www.curefa.org on Tuesday, September 20, from 6 to 9 p.m.
TriPilates At TriPilates we offer many different types of classes, lessons, and package pricing. This Fall, make a commitment to learn MORE. Mix-up your workout, take a Private Lesson (schedule at your convenience), try something NEW (have fun at Cardio Pilates - Joe Pilates had people running in the fields doing calisthenics and rollups on the grass!), and try one of our Advanced Focus, or Art of Pilates workshops.
Want your picture on the PR Library website? Mike Hominick, one of the terrific Librarians here at the Library is coordinating a marketing campaign for our Park Ridge Reads initiative that is taking place in October and is interested in featuring local business owners.
From Mike:
“My name is Mike and I am a librarian at the Park Ridge Public Library. In October, we will once again be presenting the “Park Ridge Reads” program. This is a program similar to “One Book One Chicago,” in that everyone in town is asked to read the same book, and the goal is to bring the community together. This year’s selection is Scott Turow’s World War II novel, Ordinary Heroes. The library will host several discussions and provide a wide range of World War II related programs (In addition, Scott Turow will also be appearing at the Pickwick Theater on October 18th).
I would like to ask if you are interested in participating by taking a photo of yourself, and/or your staff, while reading the book. Throughout the month, we’ll post these photos on our Facebook page and website. It will be a fun way to show the community coming together to read the book, while it will also be an opportunity to show our patrons the local businesses.
If you are interested, please reply and we can set up a time for me to stop by with the books and a camera.”
Mike Hominick
Park Ridge Public Library
20 S Prospect Ave
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-720-3280
Republican Women of Park Ridge Joins the Chamber Republican Women of Park Ridge recently joined the Chamber and offer this event:
Monday, September 19, 2011
South Park Recreation Center at Talcott & Cumberland Kick-Off Event
Featuring WLS-am Radio Personality, Political Commentator and Operation Homefront Illinois Chapter President* DAN PROFT
TELL ME A STORY:
The Illinois GOP Challenge for 2012
Salad Bar Luncheon for RWOPR Members: 12:00 pm
Doors Open to the Public: 12:45 pm
Admission is Free
*In support of Operation Homefront and Our Troops, please bring
non-perishable food items or grocery gift cards for the Holiday Family Food Drive
republicanwomenofparkridge.com * RWOPR@ymail.com * Like us Facebook * Follow us on Twitter@repwomenofpr
Chico’s day of community giving
Day of Community Giving: 10% of your purchases to benefit local charities including the Park Ridge Community Fund and MCYAF.
Date: Friday, September 23, 2011
Time: 12:00-7:00 p.m.
Dress to express, dress for success, dress who you are, and be a part of our caring community. Please mention the Park Ridge Community Fund or MCYAF when checking out so Chico’s knows you support a healthy community.
Make Yourself More Marketable Make Yourself More Marketable
During these tough economic times, give yourself a leg up on the competition by enrolling in professional development classes available through the Oakton Alliance for Lifelong Learning this fall.
Computer Skills for the Workplace (DAT A17-01). Learn the basics of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and how these tools can be applied in a business setting. Six-week course meets 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays, starting September 17, at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road. Course fee is $230.
Staying Professional in Today’s Workplace (COM S61-02). Polish your professional image and gain the confidence that will get you noticed. Also, enhance your communication skills to ensure that you send the proper messages. Session meets 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Saturday, September 17, at Oakton’s Skokie campus, 7701 North Lincoln Avenue. Course fee is $50.
Professional Trainer Certification (PED C03-01). Discover how to become a certified personal trainer. This nationally-recognized program combines lecture with practical skill development. Topics include anatomy, exercise, physiology, injuries, and health screening. Six-week course meets 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sundays, starting September 18, at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus. Course fee is $579.
Bartending Certification (BAR T01-03). Gain the hands-on training you need to bartend! Curriculum focuses on the duties, skills, and responsibilities of a barkeep. Graduates may be eligible for job placement. Ten-session class meets 6 – 10 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays, starting September 19, at ABC Bartending School, 1699 Wall St., Mount Prospect. Course fee is $525.
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.
Central Baptist Village Presents Central Baptist Village Presents:
Thursday, Sept. 15 at 10 a.m.
Performance by Tiffany Ellen
Tiffancy Ellen erforms musical comedy revues with notable vintage tunes. Her family-friendly comedy is based upon her crazy family and romantic adventures as she engages you in audience participation.
Tours and refreshments provided. RSVP 708.583.8500
www.cbvillage.org
6 Flags Great America Discount for FRIGHT FEST! Our Chamber has negotiated a discounted admission price to Six Flags Great America for their FRIGHT FEST in October.
$28.50/per person plus $5 processing fee per order
For Sept 30-October 2 and October 28-30, 2011
To buy tickets, visit www.sixflags.com/greatamerica and use promo code Chamber2011.
Wine Tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association
-Hosted by Susan Scatchell
Wine Tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association
Susan Scatchell is hosting a Wine Tasting for a Cause to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on Wednesday, September 14 from 4-7 pm at WineStyles in Park Ridge. Location is 105 S. Northwest Highway. $15 Donation to the Alzheimer’s Association payable at the door. WineStyles will donate 10% of all purchases and 5% of any 6 for $60 to the cause. Please RSVP to Susan Scatchell by Monday, September 12 at sscatchell@sbcglobal.net.
Contact Me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847-720-4479
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
17. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
19. Responsive Management Solutions LLC: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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The Community Remembers 9-11
Hopefest 2011 The Community Remembers 911
Hopefest 2011, organized by three local Methodist churches, will take place on Sunday, September 11 at Maine East High School located at Dempster and Potter Road. The community will unite with a day of remembrance and hope affirming volunteer action across our community and be a day of observance on the tenth anniversary of the WTC/Pentagon attacks.
Hopefest 2011 will commence with a memorial service at 7:30 a.m. which will include the unveiling of a steel I-beam preserved from the World Trade Center. At noon, the Park Ridge Fire Department will be sounding the siren of one fire truck at Hopefest and area churches will be sounding their bells. Myriad of activities will continue throughout the day and conclude with a ceremony at 3:00 p.m.
The day will celebrate the dedication of our local first responders, and will include the Advocate Lutheran General Kids Fair, a Salvation Army emergency response seminar, Resurrection Health Care CPR classes, LifeSource blood drive, food drive, free health screenings, and volunteer work projects at several community locations. For more information, visit the website www.hopefest.net.
Flags fly at half-mast on 9-11, Patriot Day In the United States, the President can issue an executive order for the flag of the United States to be flown at half-mast upon the death of principal figures of the United States government, and others, as a mark of respect to their memory. When such an order is issued, all government buildings, offices, public schools and military bases are to fly their flags at half-mast. Under federal law (4 U.S.C. § 7(f)), the flags of states, cities, localities, and pennants of societies, shall never be placed above the flag of the United States; thus, all other flags also fly at half-mast when the U.S. flag has been ordered to fly at half-mast. The only exception to this is the POW/MIA flags are never flown at half-mast. They are completely removed.
Federal law requires the flag be flown at half-mast on September 11 (Patriot Day).
Did you know…? Did you know:
… Barton Marketing Group is looking for a part-time Administrative Assistant. Inquiries to Dick Barton at 847-698-5069 or dick@bartonchicago.com.
…that the Chamber has a twitter account? ParkRidgeChambe (no ‘r’)
…that Amphora is celebrating its 4 year anniversary? Congratulations, Debi and Diane!
…that an eye doctor really can tell if someone has untreated hypertension or high blood pressure because the small blood vessels that involve the eye are damaged, thickening, bulging and leaking. Most people with hypertensive retinopathy present without visual symptoms, however, some may report decreased vision. Call Dr. Pam Boyce at 847-518-0404 to schedule your eye appointment!
… Linda Russo Hairstylist in Park Ridge is doing Feather Hair Extention Parties call Linda Russo at 847-493-9012 or Caruden Hair Design at 847-823-1610 to schedule your Feather Party! www.lindaarusso.com
… that Susan Frangos, Higher Level Wellness, can get you in to see Dr. Gabriel Cousens
The Secrets of Spiritual Nutrition on Sunday, Sept 18, 2011, 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. Call her for more details: 847-361-6185.
… that WineStyles carries Onehope Zinfandel and donates half the profits for its sale to Snowball Express, which creates hope and new memories for the children of our fallen military heroes who have died while serving our country since 9-11.
… June Moon will be at 221 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge on Friday September 9th and Saturday September 10th from 9AM to 3PM each day. Check the June Moon Home Page Upcoming for details or call us at 847-698-2559. This will be outdoors so rain may cause a delay.
City Seeks Task Force Volunteers City Seeks Task Force Volunteers
The City would like to invite interested individuals to serve on two newly created task forces.
The Economic Development Task Force will be comprised of approximately 15 volunteers from a cross-section of the community. Members will include a blend of people from the business community, non-profit, and consumer perspectives. The purpose of the task force is to gain feedback in the areas of marketing, business retention, and business attraction. A letter of interest, including applicable qualifications, should be submitted to the Deputy City Manager, 505 Butler Place, by October 3. Initially, the task force will meet on a monthly basis.
The Sign Review Task Force will be comprised of 8 to 10 individuals from the community, both business and property owners. These individuals will be asked to review the sign ordinance and recommend appropriate changes. Letters of interest should be submitted to the Community Preservation and Development Manager, 505 Butler Place, by October 3. The Sign Task Force is expected to meet as needed to complete its review.
Sun & Moon Yoga deal on Gleeday! I love it when Chamber members work together! Check out gleeday.com for the Sun and Moon Yoga special and get a 58% discount on 3 yoga classes:
“Whether you are new to yoga or an experienced yogi, Sun and Moon Yoga is the studio for you. Sun and Moon Yoga believes in offering eclectic class schedules that range from Hatha/Vinyasa to Blissful Backs to Easy Does It to HOT Vinyasa Core. And with today's Gleeday deal, for just $20 you get 3 yoga classes at Sun and Moon Yoga. Normally $48, you save 58%! Though you only get one of these deals for yourself, it is the holidays, so why not buy the max of three deals and give them away to friends and have them join you?”
Outback Steakhouse Outback Steakhouse is offering appetizers and ice cold Heineken brands for a $20 donation to benefit Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance www.curefa.org on Tuesday, September 20, from 6 to 9 p.m.
TriPilates At TriPilates we offer many different types of classes, lessons, and package pricing. This Fall, make a commitment to learn MORE. Mix-up your workout, take a Private Lesson (schedule at your convenience), try something NEW (have fun at Cardio Pilates - Joe Pilates had people running in the fields doing calisthenics and rollups on the grass!), and try one of our Advanced Focus, or Art of Pilates workshops.
Want your picture on the PR Library website? Mike Hominick, one of the terrific Librarians here at the Library is coordinating a marketing campaign for our Park Ridge Reads initiative that is taking place in October and is interested in featuring local business owners.
From Mike:
“My name is Mike and I am a librarian at the Park Ridge Public Library. In October, we will once again be presenting the “Park Ridge Reads” program. This is a program similar to “One Book One Chicago,” in that everyone in town is asked to read the same book, and the goal is to bring the community together. This year’s selection is Scott Turow’s World War II novel, Ordinary Heroes. The library will host several discussions and provide a wide range of World War II related programs (In addition, Scott Turow will also be appearing at the Pickwick Theater on October 18th).
I would like to ask if you are interested in participating by taking a photo of yourself, and/or your staff, while reading the book. Throughout the month, we’ll post these photos on our Facebook page and website. It will be a fun way to show the community coming together to read the book, while it will also be an opportunity to show our patrons the local businesses.
If you are interested, please reply and we can set up a time for me to stop by with the books and a camera.”
Mike Hominick
Park Ridge Public Library
20 S Prospect Ave
Park Ridge, IL 60068
847-720-3280
Republican Women of Park Ridge Joins the Chamber Republican Women of Park Ridge recently joined the Chamber and offer this event:
Monday, September 19, 2011
South Park Recreation Center at Talcott & Cumberland Kick-Off Event
Featuring WLS-am Radio Personality, Political Commentator and Operation Homefront Illinois Chapter President* DAN PROFT
TELL ME A STORY:
The Illinois GOP Challenge for 2012
Salad Bar Luncheon for RWOPR Members: 12:00 pm
Doors Open to the Public: 12:45 pm
Admission is Free
*In support of Operation Homefront and Our Troops, please bring
non-perishable food items or grocery gift cards for the Holiday Family Food Drive
republicanwomenofparkridge.com * RWOPR@ymail.com * Like us Facebook * Follow us on Twitter@repwomenofpr
Chico’s day of community giving
Day of Community Giving: 10% of your purchases to benefit local charities including the Park Ridge Community Fund and MCYAF.
Date: Friday, September 23, 2011
Time: 12:00-7:00 p.m.
Dress to express, dress for success, dress who you are, and be a part of our caring community. Please mention the Park Ridge Community Fund or MCYAF when checking out so Chico’s knows you support a healthy community.
Make Yourself More Marketable Make Yourself More Marketable
During these tough economic times, give yourself a leg up on the competition by enrolling in professional development classes available through the Oakton Alliance for Lifelong Learning this fall.
Computer Skills for the Workplace (DAT A17-01). Learn the basics of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint and how these tools can be applied in a business setting. Six-week course meets 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., Saturdays, starting September 17, at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road. Course fee is $230.
Staying Professional in Today’s Workplace (COM S61-02). Polish your professional image and gain the confidence that will get you noticed. Also, enhance your communication skills to ensure that you send the proper messages. Session meets 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., Saturday, September 17, at Oakton’s Skokie campus, 7701 North Lincoln Avenue. Course fee is $50.
Professional Trainer Certification (PED C03-01). Discover how to become a certified personal trainer. This nationally-recognized program combines lecture with practical skill development. Topics include anatomy, exercise, physiology, injuries, and health screening. Six-week course meets 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sundays, starting September 18, at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus. Course fee is $579.
Bartending Certification (BAR T01-03). Gain the hands-on training you need to bartend! Curriculum focuses on the duties, skills, and responsibilities of a barkeep. Graduates may be eligible for job placement. Ten-session class meets 6 – 10 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays, starting September 19, at ABC Bartending School, 1699 Wall St., Mount Prospect. Course fee is $525.
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.
Central Baptist Village Presents Central Baptist Village Presents:
Thursday, Sept. 15 at 10 a.m.
Performance by Tiffany Ellen
Tiffancy Ellen erforms musical comedy revues with notable vintage tunes. Her family-friendly comedy is based upon her crazy family and romantic adventures as she engages you in audience participation.
Tours and refreshments provided. RSVP 708.583.8500
www.cbvillage.org
6 Flags Great America Discount for FRIGHT FEST! Our Chamber has negotiated a discounted admission price to Six Flags Great America for their FRIGHT FEST in October.
$28.50/per person plus $5 processing fee per order
For Sept 30-October 2 and October 28-30, 2011
To buy tickets, visit www.sixflags.com/greatamerica and use promo code Chamber2011.
Wine Tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association
-Hosted by Susan Scatchell
Wine Tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association
Susan Scatchell is hosting a Wine Tasting for a Cause to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on Wednesday, September 14 from 4-7 pm at WineStyles in Park Ridge. Location is 105 S. Northwest Highway. $15 Donation to the Alzheimer’s Association payable at the door. WineStyles will donate 10% of all purchases and 5% of any 6 for $60 to the cause. Please RSVP to Susan Scatchell by Monday, September 12 at sscatchell@sbcglobal.net.
Contact Me: Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847-720-4479
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
17. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
19. Responsive Management Solutions LLC: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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Wednesday, September 7, 2011
September 6, 2011, Weekly Chamber Update
From Gail,
Our golf outing is next Monday! We have room for 20 more golfers.
Did you know you can sponsor a golf cart for just $75? Your company name would be on a sign on the cart. And we need all goody bag items by tomorrow as we’re stuffing them on Wednesday! The Retail Committee of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce presented First Fridays Cruisin’ Park Ridge last Friday!
It was a great event to bring out the community. We’d like your feedback – come to the Retail Committee meeting at TeaLula this Thursday at 8 a.m.
Our thanks to Marko Ratic, Express Auto, who coordinated the cars! Also to Ron Elmgren, Park Ridge Frame Gallery, who assisted. And of course to Sheila Duda, TeaLula, who chairs the Retail Committee and also puts in countless hours moving it forward.
We can’t do it alone. Thank you to all of the Retail Committee – but we could still use more helping hands.
This from Sheila:
“The next FF planning meeting has been changed to Thursday, September 8 at 8:00 am at TeaLula.
Items for discussion include:
• First Fridays: Cruisin' debriefing
• First Fridays follow-up survey to participants
• Fall into Park Ridge October 7
- Ideas for Autumn in-store events to share with participants
- Community raffle
- Window scavenger hunt
- AutumnFest activities on Saturday
- Marketing/advertising schedule for October
- Facebook/Twitter/Website Update schedule
Many, many thanks to Marko and his team for coordinating a great event. There’s a really nice comment posted FirstFridaysPR.com that speaks to its success.
Hope you can attend on Thursday.”
Tech Forum moderated by Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, is this Thursday from 8:45 to 10:15 at 720 Garden.
Want to BETTER understand Facebook Marketing?
The NEW Facebook business page has many new tools for you to take advantage of! From lecture to application - don't miss this one! Bring your laptop and get ready to GET SOCIAL! Learn how to set up your Facebook account and build a dedicated fan page that will help your brand get maximum coverage on Facebook.
There are more citizens of Facebook than citizens of the United States, but will Facebook really help grow your business? For many businesses the answer is yes, but how to achieve success may not be clear.
Anyone who wants to learn how to do Business Facebook marketing. Anyone that wants to increase lead generation.
Join the group! We're heading to the Apollo Theater in Chicago to see the critically acclaimed show, "Million Dollar Quartet" on Sunday, October 9th at 6:30pm. The cost is $50 (regularly $75.50).
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For more information about the show, visit http://www.milliondollarquartetlive.com/about.html
Contact us if you want more information and to purchase the tickets on a first come, first served basis as seats are limited.
The next day is a holiday – Columbus Day – so bring the kids!
New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Sponsored by Park Ridge Financial Advisors and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce featuring a Big Ten Show Down between The Northwestern Wildcats and The Penn State Nittany Lions 2011 ANNUAL HOMECOMING GAME on Saturday, OCTOBER 22nd Time: 6:00pm at Northwestern's Ryan Field - Cost is $40 per ticket.
Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Lee Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care so far.
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
September 8, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
September 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 9, Friday, 9:00am-10:30am Communications Meeting
September 12, Monday 10:45am-7:30pm Annual Chamber Golf Outing with Skokie Chamber Evanston Golf Club, 4401 Dempster Street. Call the Chamber today to register for golfing and sponsorships!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 22, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
Our golf outing is next Monday! We have room for 20 more golfers.
Did you know you can sponsor a golf cart for just $75? Your company name would be on a sign on the cart. And we need all goody bag items by tomorrow as we’re stuffing them on Wednesday! The Retail Committee of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce presented First Fridays Cruisin’ Park Ridge last Friday!
It was a great event to bring out the community. We’d like your feedback – come to the Retail Committee meeting at TeaLula this Thursday at 8 a.m.
Our thanks to Marko Ratic, Express Auto, who coordinated the cars! Also to Ron Elmgren, Park Ridge Frame Gallery, who assisted. And of course to Sheila Duda, TeaLula, who chairs the Retail Committee and also puts in countless hours moving it forward.
We can’t do it alone. Thank you to all of the Retail Committee – but we could still use more helping hands.
This from Sheila:
“The next FF planning meeting has been changed to Thursday, September 8 at 8:00 am at TeaLula.
Items for discussion include:
• First Fridays: Cruisin' debriefing
• First Fridays follow-up survey to participants
• Fall into Park Ridge October 7
- Ideas for Autumn in-store events to share with participants
- Community raffle
- Window scavenger hunt
- AutumnFest activities on Saturday
- Marketing/advertising schedule for October
- Facebook/Twitter/Website Update schedule
Many, many thanks to Marko and his team for coordinating a great event. There’s a really nice comment posted FirstFridaysPR.com that speaks to its success.
Hope you can attend on Thursday.”
Tech Forum moderated by Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, is this Thursday from 8:45 to 10:15 at 720 Garden.
Want to BETTER understand Facebook Marketing?
The NEW Facebook business page has many new tools for you to take advantage of! From lecture to application - don't miss this one! Bring your laptop and get ready to GET SOCIAL! Learn how to set up your Facebook account and build a dedicated fan page that will help your brand get maximum coverage on Facebook.
There are more citizens of Facebook than citizens of the United States, but will Facebook really help grow your business? For many businesses the answer is yes, but how to achieve success may not be clear.
Anyone who wants to learn how to do Business Facebook marketing. Anyone that wants to increase lead generation.
Join the group! We're heading to the Apollo Theater in Chicago to see the critically acclaimed show, "Million Dollar Quartet" on Sunday, October 9th at 6:30pm. The cost is $50 (regularly $75.50).
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For more information about the show, visit http://www.milliondollarquartetlive.com/about.html
Contact us if you want more information and to purchase the tickets on a first come, first served basis as seats are limited.
The next day is a holiday – Columbus Day – so bring the kids!
New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Sponsored by Park Ridge Financial Advisors and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce featuring a Big Ten Show Down between The Northwestern Wildcats and The Penn State Nittany Lions 2011 ANNUAL HOMECOMING GAME on Saturday, OCTOBER 22nd Time: 6:00pm at Northwestern's Ryan Field - Cost is $40 per ticket.
Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Lee Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care so far.
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
September 8, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
September 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 9, Friday, 9:00am-10:30am Communications Meeting
September 12, Monday 10:45am-7:30pm Annual Chamber Golf Outing with Skokie Chamber Evanston Golf Club, 4401 Dempster Street. Call the Chamber today to register for golfing and sponsorships!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 22, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
Tuesday, September 6, 2011
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
Our golf outing is next Monday! We have room for 20 more golfers.
Did you know you can sponsor a golf cart for just $75? Your company name would be on a sign on the cart. And we need all goody bag items by tomorrow as we’re stuffing them on Wednesday!
The Retail Committee of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce presented First Fridays Cruisin’ Park Ridge last Friday!
It was a great event to bring out the community. We’d like your feedback – come to the Retail Committee meeting at TeaLula this Thursday at 8 a.m.
Our thanks to Marko Ratic, Express Auto, who coordinated the cars! Also to Ron Elmgren, Park Ridge Frame Gallery, who assisted. And of course to Sheila Duda, TeaLula, who chairs the Retail Committee and also puts in countless hours moving it forward.
We can’t do it alone. Thank you to all of the Retail Committee – but we could still use more helping hands.
This from Sheila:
“The next FF planning meeting has been changed to Thursday, September 8 at 8:00 am at TeaLula.
Items for discussion include:
• First Fridays: Cruisin' debriefing
• First Fridays follow-up survey to participants
• Fall into Park Ridge October 7
- Ideas for Autumn in-store events to share with participants
- Community raffle
- Window scavenger hunt
- AutumnFest activities on Saturday
- Marketing/advertising schedule for October
- Facebook/Twitter/Website Update schedule
Many, many thanks to Marko and his team for coordinating a great event. There’s a really nice comment posted FirstFridaysPR.com that speaks to its success.
Hope you can attend on Thursday.”
Tech Forum moderated by Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, is this Thursday from 8:45 to 10:15 at 720 Garden.
Want to BETTER understand Facebook Marketing?
The NEW Facebook business page has many new tools for you to take advantage of! From lecture to application - don't miss this one! Bring your laptop and get ready to GET SOCIAL! Learn how to set up your Facebook account and build a dedicated fan page that will help your brand get maximum coverage on Facebook.
There are more citizens of Facebook than citizens of the United States, but will Facebook really help grow your business? For many businesses the answer is yes, but how to achieve success may not be clear.
Anyone who wants to learn how to do Business Facebook marketing. Anyone that wants to increase lead generation.
Join the group! We're heading to the Apollo Theater in Chicago to see the critically acclaimed show, "Million Dollar Quartet" on Sunday, October 9th at 6:30pm. The cost is $50 (regularly $75.50).
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For more information about the show, visit http://www.milliondollarquartetlive.com/about.html
Contact us if you want more information and to purchase the tickets on a first come, first served basis as seats are limited.
The next day is a holiday – Columbus Day – so bring the kids!
New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Sponsored by Park Ridge Financial Advisors and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce featuring a Big Ten Show Down between The Northwestern Wildcats and The Penn State Nittany Lions 2011 ANNUAL HOMECOMING GAME on Saturday, OCTOBER 22nd Time: 6:00pm at Northwestern's Ryan Field - Cost is $40 per ticket.
Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Lee Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care so far.
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
September 8, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
September 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 9, Friday, 9:00am-10:30am Communications Meeting
September 12, Monday 10:45am-7:30pm Annual Chamber Golf Outing with Skokie Chamber Evanston Golf Club, 4401 Dempster Street. Call the Chamber today to register for golfing and sponsorships!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 22, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
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Did you know you can sponsor a golf cart for just $75? Your company name would be on a sign on the cart. And we need all goody bag items by tomorrow as we’re stuffing them on Wednesday!
The Retail Committee of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce presented First Fridays Cruisin’ Park Ridge last Friday!
It was a great event to bring out the community. We’d like your feedback – come to the Retail Committee meeting at TeaLula this Thursday at 8 a.m.
Our thanks to Marko Ratic, Express Auto, who coordinated the cars! Also to Ron Elmgren, Park Ridge Frame Gallery, who assisted. And of course to Sheila Duda, TeaLula, who chairs the Retail Committee and also puts in countless hours moving it forward.
We can’t do it alone. Thank you to all of the Retail Committee – but we could still use more helping hands.
This from Sheila:
“The next FF planning meeting has been changed to Thursday, September 8 at 8:00 am at TeaLula.
Items for discussion include:
• First Fridays: Cruisin' debriefing
• First Fridays follow-up survey to participants
• Fall into Park Ridge October 7
- Ideas for Autumn in-store events to share with participants
- Community raffle
- Window scavenger hunt
- AutumnFest activities on Saturday
- Marketing/advertising schedule for October
- Facebook/Twitter/Website Update schedule
Many, many thanks to Marko and his team for coordinating a great event. There’s a really nice comment posted FirstFridaysPR.com that speaks to its success.
Hope you can attend on Thursday.”
Tech Forum moderated by Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, is this Thursday from 8:45 to 10:15 at 720 Garden.
Want to BETTER understand Facebook Marketing?
The NEW Facebook business page has many new tools for you to take advantage of! From lecture to application - don't miss this one! Bring your laptop and get ready to GET SOCIAL! Learn how to set up your Facebook account and build a dedicated fan page that will help your brand get maximum coverage on Facebook.
There are more citizens of Facebook than citizens of the United States, but will Facebook really help grow your business? For many businesses the answer is yes, but how to achieve success may not be clear.
Anyone who wants to learn how to do Business Facebook marketing. Anyone that wants to increase lead generation.
Join the group! We're heading to the Apollo Theater in Chicago to see the critically acclaimed show, "Million Dollar Quartet" on Sunday, October 9th at 6:30pm. The cost is $50 (regularly $75.50).
MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is the new smash-hit musical inspired by the famed recording session that brought together rock 'n' roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time. For more information about the show, visit http://www.milliondollarquartetlive.com/about.html
Contact us if you want more information and to purchase the tickets on a first come, first served basis as seats are limited.
The next day is a holiday – Columbus Day – so bring the kids!
New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falkor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Sponsored by Park Ridge Financial Advisors and the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce featuring a Big Ten Show Down between The Northwestern Wildcats and The Penn State Nittany Lions 2011 ANNUAL HOMECOMING GAME on Saturday, OCTOBER 22nd Time: 6:00pm at Northwestern's Ryan Field - Cost is $40 per ticket.
Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Lee Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care so far.
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
September 8, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
September 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 9, Friday, 9:00am-10:30am Communications Meeting
September 12, Monday 10:45am-7:30pm Annual Chamber Golf Outing with Skokie Chamber Evanston Golf Club, 4401 Dempster Street. Call the Chamber today to register for golfing and sponsorships!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 22, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
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Friday, September 2, 2011
September 1, 2011 Member News
From Gail,
Please come out for Cruisin’ Park Ridge Friday evening! Marko Ratic, Express Auto, has coordinated a boat load of classic cars that will be in the library parking lot, on Main Street, and by Hodges Park with live bands at each place too! Merchants are having events for the ladies in their stores until 8 p.m. (or even later!)
Thank you to Sheila Duda, TeaLula, and the entire Retail Committee for all the hard work and planning that has been put into First Fridays Park Ridge!
Check out who’s doing what at www.FirstFridaysPR.com where you can download the program booklet to plan your evening!
Lisa's Homemade Italian Ice is "geared up" for Park Ridge's First Friday's on September 2nd.
"Rev up" your popcorn with one of our new "SHAKERS” like BBQ, Pizza, Garlic Parmesan and Ranch. Choose a flavor. Add it to your popcorn. Create a unique taste.
As the guys cruise the town checking out the cars, the ladies can stop inside for a FREE massage/cupping and or stone therapy from Vive Therapeutic Massage from 6pm – 9pm. Melissa Byrne from Caruden Hair design will be showing some quick and easy summer /fall Mini Updo’s outside from 6pm – 7:30pm. (These particular events are for those 18yrs old and older.)
Enter to win a free Popcorn Gift Basket Raffle.
10 S. Northwest Hwy. 847-692-3737 www.lisasitalianice.com or www.whatspopn.biz
First Fridays Park Ridge
Friday September 2, 2011
6 to 8 pm
Visit OnView September 2, 2011 for "First Fridays Cruisin' Park Ridge"!
See "Autoscapes" by Brian Franczyk, and other special features and events around town!
Remember, we have a discount grab bag applied to any purchase and only available at First Fridays!
For more about First Fridays visit http://firstfridayspr.com/
Day of Community Giving: 10% of your purchases to benefit local charities including the Park Ridge Community Fund and MCYAF.
Date: Friday, September 23, 2011
Time: 12:00-7:00 p.m.
Dress to express, dress for success, dress who you are, and be a part of our caring community. Please mention the Park Ridge Community Fund or MCYAF when checking out so Chico’s knows you support a healthy community.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
A library card packs a lot of power in a little package. And during National Library Card Sign-Up Month, we'd like to show you why it really is the smartest card you can carry in your wallet.
Be sure to visit us at TribLocal.com (http://triblocal.com/park-ridge/) every day as we show you "30 Days/30 Ways to Use Your Library Card." We'll tell you about online materials you may never have heard about, special services we offer, new programs for children, and much, much more.
You'll learn about valuable resources for jobseekers, small business owners, students and patrons with disabilities. We'll tell you how your Park Ridge card lets you access premium online resources for research, downloadable books and music, children’s activities and other materials through our website 24/7.
If you haven't visited us recently, we hope you'll stop by soon to see for yourself why we're an award-winning library. And while you’re there be sure to show your library card at the Circulation Desk for a chance to win a Nook Simple Touch eReader! You must show your own, current card to enter.
Don’t have a card yet or need to renew? Stop by the Circulation Desk with documentation of Park Ridge residency (i.e., driver’s license, or two pieces of recently postmarked mail along with a photo i.d.) and we’ll give you a new one in just a few minutes.
For more information on Library Card Sign-Up Month or getting a card, please call 847-825-3123 or visit us at www.parkridgelibrary.org
Our Chamber has negotiated a discounted admission price to Six Flags Great America for their FRIGHT FEST in October.
$28.50/per person plus $5 processing fee per order
For Sept 30-October 2 and October 28-30, 2011
To buy tickets, visit www.sixflags.com/greatamerica and use promo code Chamber2011.
Oakton to Provide Early Look at Manpower Survey Results
Join Oakton Community College for an early look at Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results for the fourth quarter of 2011 on Tuesday, September 27 from 8 – 10 a.m. Oakton's partnership with ManpowerGroup, a world leader in innovative workforce solutions, gives the College unique access to one of the most trusted sources of employment activity in the world.
Conducted quarterly for more than 45 years, ManpowerGroup’s survey measures employers’ intentions to increase or decrease the number of employees in their workforces during the next quarter. Unparalleled in its size, scope, longevity, and area of focus, the survey’s successful track record is based on several factors.
ManpowerGroup carries out its survey with an unbiased, representative sample of more than 63,000 public and private employers across 39 countries and territories to forecast employment over the next quarter. That means analysis can be performed across a wide range of specific sectors and regions to provide more detailed data.
Finally, the survey derives all of its information from a single question, which for this quarter was: “How do you anticipate total employment at your location to change in the three months to the end of September 2011 as compared to the current quarter?”
This free presentation will take place at the Des Plaines Campus, 1600 East Golf Road, and advance registration is required. Register at www.oakton.eventbrite.com. Questions? Contact Jeff Hitz at 847-635-2639 or jhitz@oakton.edu.
Central Baptist Village
Performance by Tiffany Ellen on Thurs., September 15 • 10:00 a.m.
Join us - Tours & refreshments will be provided!
RSVP: (708) 583-8500
independent Living • assisted Living • Nursing Care • Memory Care
www.cbvillage.org
enjoy Tiffany Ellen as she performs musical comedy revues with notable vintage tunes. her family-friendly comedy is based on her crazy family and romantic adventures as she engages you in audience participation.
You may recognize Tiffany from commercials, voice overs, the Oprah Winfrey show, or America’s Got Talent!
Wine Tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association
Susan Scatchell is hosting a Wine Tasting for a Cause to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on Wednesday, September 14 from 4-7 pm at WineStyles in Park Ridge. Location is 105 S. Northwest Highway. $15 Donation to the Alzheimer’s Association payable at the door. WineStyles will donate 10% of all purchases and 5% of any 6 for $60 to the cause. Please RSVP to Susan Scatchell by Monday, September 12 at sscatchell@sbcglobal.net.
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847-720-4479
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
17. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
19. Responsive Management Solutions LLC: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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Please come out for Cruisin’ Park Ridge Friday evening! Marko Ratic, Express Auto, has coordinated a boat load of classic cars that will be in the library parking lot, on Main Street, and by Hodges Park with live bands at each place too! Merchants are having events for the ladies in their stores until 8 p.m. (or even later!)
Thank you to Sheila Duda, TeaLula, and the entire Retail Committee for all the hard work and planning that has been put into First Fridays Park Ridge!
Check out who’s doing what at www.FirstFridaysPR.com where you can download the program booklet to plan your evening!
Lisa's Homemade Italian Ice is "geared up" for Park Ridge's First Friday's on September 2nd.
"Rev up" your popcorn with one of our new "SHAKERS” like BBQ, Pizza, Garlic Parmesan and Ranch. Choose a flavor. Add it to your popcorn. Create a unique taste.
As the guys cruise the town checking out the cars, the ladies can stop inside for a FREE massage/cupping and or stone therapy from Vive Therapeutic Massage from 6pm – 9pm. Melissa Byrne from Caruden Hair design will be showing some quick and easy summer /fall Mini Updo’s outside from 6pm – 7:30pm. (These particular events are for those 18yrs old and older.)
Enter to win a free Popcorn Gift Basket Raffle.
10 S. Northwest Hwy. 847-692-3737 www.lisasitalianice.com or www.whatspopn.biz
First Fridays Park Ridge
Friday September 2, 2011
6 to 8 pm
Visit OnView September 2, 2011 for "First Fridays Cruisin' Park Ridge"!
See "Autoscapes" by Brian Franczyk, and other special features and events around town!
Remember, we have a discount grab bag applied to any purchase and only available at First Fridays!
For more about First Fridays visit http://firstfridayspr.com/
Day of Community Giving: 10% of your purchases to benefit local charities including the Park Ridge Community Fund and MCYAF.
Date: Friday, September 23, 2011
Time: 12:00-7:00 p.m.
Dress to express, dress for success, dress who you are, and be a part of our caring community. Please mention the Park Ridge Community Fund or MCYAF when checking out so Chico’s knows you support a healthy community.
September is Library Card Sign-Up Month!
A library card packs a lot of power in a little package. And during National Library Card Sign-Up Month, we'd like to show you why it really is the smartest card you can carry in your wallet.
Be sure to visit us at TribLocal.com (http://triblocal.com/park-ridge/) every day as we show you "30 Days/30 Ways to Use Your Library Card." We'll tell you about online materials you may never have heard about, special services we offer, new programs for children, and much, much more.
You'll learn about valuable resources for jobseekers, small business owners, students and patrons with disabilities. We'll tell you how your Park Ridge card lets you access premium online resources for research, downloadable books and music, children’s activities and other materials through our website 24/7.
If you haven't visited us recently, we hope you'll stop by soon to see for yourself why we're an award-winning library. And while you’re there be sure to show your library card at the Circulation Desk for a chance to win a Nook Simple Touch eReader! You must show your own, current card to enter.
Don’t have a card yet or need to renew? Stop by the Circulation Desk with documentation of Park Ridge residency (i.e., driver’s license, or two pieces of recently postmarked mail along with a photo i.d.) and we’ll give you a new one in just a few minutes.
For more information on Library Card Sign-Up Month or getting a card, please call 847-825-3123 or visit us at www.parkridgelibrary.org
Our Chamber has negotiated a discounted admission price to Six Flags Great America for their FRIGHT FEST in October.
$28.50/per person plus $5 processing fee per order
For Sept 30-October 2 and October 28-30, 2011
To buy tickets, visit www.sixflags.com/greatamerica and use promo code Chamber2011.
Oakton to Provide Early Look at Manpower Survey Results
Join Oakton Community College for an early look at Manpower Employment Outlook Survey results for the fourth quarter of 2011 on Tuesday, September 27 from 8 – 10 a.m. Oakton's partnership with ManpowerGroup, a world leader in innovative workforce solutions, gives the College unique access to one of the most trusted sources of employment activity in the world.
Conducted quarterly for more than 45 years, ManpowerGroup’s survey measures employers’ intentions to increase or decrease the number of employees in their workforces during the next quarter. Unparalleled in its size, scope, longevity, and area of focus, the survey’s successful track record is based on several factors.
ManpowerGroup carries out its survey with an unbiased, representative sample of more than 63,000 public and private employers across 39 countries and territories to forecast employment over the next quarter. That means analysis can be performed across a wide range of specific sectors and regions to provide more detailed data.
Finally, the survey derives all of its information from a single question, which for this quarter was: “How do you anticipate total employment at your location to change in the three months to the end of September 2011 as compared to the current quarter?”
This free presentation will take place at the Des Plaines Campus, 1600 East Golf Road, and advance registration is required. Register at www.oakton.eventbrite.com. Questions? Contact Jeff Hitz at 847-635-2639 or jhitz@oakton.edu.
Central Baptist Village
Performance by Tiffany Ellen on Thurs., September 15 • 10:00 a.m.
Join us - Tours & refreshments will be provided!
RSVP: (708) 583-8500
independent Living • assisted Living • Nursing Care • Memory Care
www.cbvillage.org
enjoy Tiffany Ellen as she performs musical comedy revues with notable vintage tunes. her family-friendly comedy is based on her crazy family and romantic adventures as she engages you in audience participation.
You may recognize Tiffany from commercials, voice overs, the Oprah Winfrey show, or America’s Got Talent!
Wine Tasting for the Alzheimer’s Association
Susan Scatchell is hosting a Wine Tasting for a Cause to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association on Wednesday, September 14 from 4-7 pm at WineStyles in Park Ridge. Location is 105 S. Northwest Highway. $15 Donation to the Alzheimer’s Association payable at the door. WineStyles will donate 10% of all purchases and 5% of any 6 for $60 to the cause. Please RSVP to Susan Scatchell by Monday, September 12 at sscatchell@sbcglobal.net.
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
3. ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847-720-4479
5. Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
17. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18. Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
19. Responsive Management Solutions LLC: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23. Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24. Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Chamber Update August 31, 2011
From Gail,
Can you donate a gift certificate for the golf outing? At dinner, we do a raffle so we need raffle prizes for it. Don’t forget to sign up! It’s on Monday, September 12, at Evanston Golf Club in Skokie (a private club). Even if you don’t golf, there’s tennis and swimming. Also, if you want to just come for the networking dinner and raffle – there will be more than 100 people in attendance at the dinner!
The Retail Committee of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce presents First Fridays Cruisin’ Park Ridge Sept. 2.
This event features classic cars on display around town. Vehicles will be at Hodges Park on Butler and Courtland, Main Street and the Park Ridge Public Library. Some of the classic cars include a 1920s Cadillac, 1960s Mustang and Charger, and a 1950s MG. There will also be live music at all three car display locations. A trolley will be available to take residents around town to see the cars and take advantage of all the specials offered by Park Ridge merchants. The trolley will run between South Park and Uptown so residents can park at either location. Several merchants are hosting ladies’ night events inside their shops, including special events and sales, to entertain the women while the men check out the cars.
Today is the deadline to be in the booklet so please register your business on the First Fridays website www.firstfridayspr.com and spell out what you’re doing for Cruisin’ Park Ridge! Put down your promotions, sales, and specials that you want included in the booklet.
You can bring a table to Hodges Park and hand out information but if you sell anything or provide food, then you need to complete the food and beverage forms for the City and provide a Certificate of Insurance for the Park District. If you’re giving away non-food items and brochures, then you can just bring your table and set up!
The Chamber’s Business After Hours was hosted last Thursday by E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc at 778 Busse Highway and had All on the Road Catering provide the fabulous appetizers! There must have been about 45 people in attendance and there was a lot of networking, eating and drinking going on! Thanks, Ed, Matt and the Donovans (Dave and Pete) and all the staff for hosting. We’ll post pictures shortly.
Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast was held on Friday here at 720 Garden Street and Deputy City Manager, Juliana Maller, informed the 35 attendees about what’s happening in Park Ridge. She told us about new businesses coming to town, streetscaping updates, and economic development.
Eggsperience provided a huge breakfast that was delicious – eggs, bacon, wraps, breakfast paninis, fresh fruit, yogurt parfaits, orange juice and coffee.
All that for just $10 per person! And every person gets the opportunity to introduce herself to the crowd as we go around the room. It’s interesting to hear what each person does and we learn a little more every time we come together.
Marko Ratic, Express Auto, never misses a Women in Business event! He says, “I like women and women drive cars!” and he gets all their business! You’ve got to show up to go up!
Last Saturday was the Harry O’Brien Community Run/Walk to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund. It was such a beautiful day that we had a lot of walk ups! Senator Kotowski, Chief Kaminski, and Dr. Bender all participated (as did my family!). And the O’Brien clan was out in full force too! We came pretty close to our goal of 200 – next year we want 400!
This benefits the Park Ridge Community Fund which benefits the whole community!
Join us Thursday for our Monthly EKG Meeting Thursday Sept. 1st, 10:00-11:30am
350 S. Northwest Hwy Suite 300
Bring your great conversation to the strategy table as we connect, communicate and learn from each other more about what we as Entrepreneurs might be concerned about with changing seasons. What occurs during a quarterly or seasonal shift? What happens to your clients and what happens to you? Bring your business cards and pass them out before we get started. Share your elevator speech to convince us why we want to know you, recommend you or partner with you in business?
Thank you, Lynda Tourloukis, You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, for facilitating this group!
New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falcor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Quaid Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care so far.
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
August 31, Wednesday, 8:30 to 9:30 am First Fridays Planning meeting at TeaLula, 11 S. Fairview
August 31, Wednesday, 3:00 to 4:00, Installation Dinner Committee Meeting, 720 Garden
September 1, Thursday, 10am-11:30am (EKG) Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group Monthly Meeting A group for new and emerging entrepreneurs
September 2, Friday, 9:00am-10:30pm Membership Committee Meeting
September 2, Friday, First Fridays Park Ridge (open til 8pm or later) Cruisin’ Park Ridge
September 8, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
September 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 9, Friday, 9:00am-10:30am Communications Meeting
September 12, Monday 10:45am-7:30pm Annual Chamber Golf Outing with Skokie Chamber Evanston Golf Club, 4401 Dempster Street. Call the Chamber today to register for golfing and sponsorships!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 22, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
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Can you donate a gift certificate for the golf outing? At dinner, we do a raffle so we need raffle prizes for it. Don’t forget to sign up! It’s on Monday, September 12, at Evanston Golf Club in Skokie (a private club). Even if you don’t golf, there’s tennis and swimming. Also, if you want to just come for the networking dinner and raffle – there will be more than 100 people in attendance at the dinner!
The Retail Committee of the Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce presents First Fridays Cruisin’ Park Ridge Sept. 2.
This event features classic cars on display around town. Vehicles will be at Hodges Park on Butler and Courtland, Main Street and the Park Ridge Public Library. Some of the classic cars include a 1920s Cadillac, 1960s Mustang and Charger, and a 1950s MG. There will also be live music at all three car display locations. A trolley will be available to take residents around town to see the cars and take advantage of all the specials offered by Park Ridge merchants. The trolley will run between South Park and Uptown so residents can park at either location. Several merchants are hosting ladies’ night events inside their shops, including special events and sales, to entertain the women while the men check out the cars.
Today is the deadline to be in the booklet so please register your business on the First Fridays website www.firstfridayspr.com and spell out what you’re doing for Cruisin’ Park Ridge! Put down your promotions, sales, and specials that you want included in the booklet.
You can bring a table to Hodges Park and hand out information but if you sell anything or provide food, then you need to complete the food and beverage forms for the City and provide a Certificate of Insurance for the Park District. If you’re giving away non-food items and brochures, then you can just bring your table and set up!
The Chamber’s Business After Hours was hosted last Thursday by E.J. Coyne & Company, Inc at 778 Busse Highway and had All on the Road Catering provide the fabulous appetizers! There must have been about 45 people in attendance and there was a lot of networking, eating and drinking going on! Thanks, Ed, Matt and the Donovans (Dave and Pete) and all the staff for hosting. We’ll post pictures shortly.
Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast was held on Friday here at 720 Garden Street and Deputy City Manager, Juliana Maller, informed the 35 attendees about what’s happening in Park Ridge. She told us about new businesses coming to town, streetscaping updates, and economic development.
Eggsperience provided a huge breakfast that was delicious – eggs, bacon, wraps, breakfast paninis, fresh fruit, yogurt parfaits, orange juice and coffee.
All that for just $10 per person! And every person gets the opportunity to introduce herself to the crowd as we go around the room. It’s interesting to hear what each person does and we learn a little more every time we come together.
Marko Ratic, Express Auto, never misses a Women in Business event! He says, “I like women and women drive cars!” and he gets all their business! You’ve got to show up to go up!
Last Saturday was the Harry O’Brien Community Run/Walk to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund. It was such a beautiful day that we had a lot of walk ups! Senator Kotowski, Chief Kaminski, and Dr. Bender all participated (as did my family!). And the O’Brien clan was out in full force too! We came pretty close to our goal of 200 – next year we want 400!
This benefits the Park Ridge Community Fund which benefits the whole community!
Join us Thursday for our Monthly EKG Meeting Thursday Sept. 1st, 10:00-11:30am
350 S. Northwest Hwy Suite 300
Bring your great conversation to the strategy table as we connect, communicate and learn from each other more about what we as Entrepreneurs might be concerned about with changing seasons. What occurs during a quarterly or seasonal shift? What happens to your clients and what happens to you? Bring your business cards and pass them out before we get started. Share your elevator speech to convince us why we want to know you, recommend you or partner with you in business?
Thank you, Lynda Tourloukis, You Can Say…Yes! Motivational Guidance Services, for facilitating this group!
New group for retailers! Meets on the last Wednesday of each month starting September 28 from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Park Ridge Nonprofit Center, 720 Garden Street. Sheila Duda, TeaLula, chair of the Retail Committee will facilitate this new group. The first topic to be discussed will be ‘Facebook for Business’ so bring all your questions and get them answered! Mark Maloney, Findzall, and Ben Wilson, Falcor Group, will answer your questions!
If you have a shop/store 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 specifically to them.
Email info@ParkRidgeChamber.org to rsvp. There is no fee for the Retail Roundtable.
Bring your neighboring retailers too – we hope to get new members for the Chamber. Prospective members can attend 3 meetings and then we ask that they join the Chamber.
There are about a dozen chambers participating in the Multi Chamber Expo & Taste on Tuesday, October 18. Each Chamber is allocated 7 slots for exhibitors. Right now I have 6 spots open but there are other Chamber that have waiting lists so they’re eyeing our spots. If you want to exhibit, let me know asap.
Restaurants pay $50 to exhibit. Everyone else pays $200 til Sept 20 and $250 after that.
The Expo is free to attend with a business card and we usually get hundreds coming through.
Empowering a healthier community:
The Health Care Forum is offering FREE community events and education programs for the Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Rosemont, Niles, Morton Grove, Norridge, Harwood Heights, Edison Park and Norwood Park. The benefit of sponsorship support enables the Health Care Forum to reach a marketing area of more than 210,000 residents.
Programs held from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center on the third Thursday of the month. Call the Chamber to rsvp:
September 15: Controlling your stress at any age
October 20: Food, Mood, Sleep!
November 17: Diabetes, Dilemma, and Discussion
Sponsors for the September 15 program include Quaid Acupuncture, Dr. Michael Athans, ComforCare, Terri Schmidt, Higher Level Wellness, and A-Abiding Care so far.
Thank you to Susan Scatchell, A-Abiding Care, for facilitating this group!
Networking 4 Newbies Workshop, 9/16/11 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Presented by: Victoria Cook, The Guilt-Free Coach
Description:
R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"?
You are a "networking newbie" if you are:
=> NEW to networking, and want to figure out how to use networking to build your business, connect with potential strategic partners, and expand your contacts base.
=> NEW in town, and want to make connections with other local business owners in a safe, low-key environment.
= > NEW in business, and want to learn how to get connected to the local small business community through personal networking.
Networking 4 Newbies helps networking newbies get comfortable with the basics of networking, including introductions, connecting one-on-one, and more in a safe, facilitated environment that will get you into the swing of networking easily.
Each meeting begins with self-introductions (get your free elevator speech tool and networking introduction worksheet at http://www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies), followed by a networking activity/game designed to increase interaction and participant comfort levels, and a guest speaker from networking organization to answer questions. The meeting concludes with a brief check out.
Here are the top five reasons to attend:
1. This event is strictly for networking newbies so everyone is just as new to networking as you are
2. Convenient mid-morning time doesn't conflict with most other meetings
3. Great place to practice your elevator speech and learn how to introduce yourself in a group
4. Facilitated networking games and activities to make first-time networking comfortable
5. You'll learn about other networking groups and resources to help build your business
More info at www.theguiltfreecoach.com/networking4newbies/ or www.meetup.com/Networking4Newbies
The Park Ridge Garden Club is awarding 10 Beautification Awards at the September 19 City Council meeting. Because the City cut the $1,000 budget to hand out $100 checks to each of the 10 awardees, last year the Chamber membership stepped up and donated gift certificates totaling over $300 each ($3,000 total). If you can do it again, please drop off 10 of whatever you want to donate and we’ll put it all together in ten large envelopes for the winners.
August 31, Wednesday, 8:30 to 9:30 am First Fridays Planning meeting at TeaLula, 11 S. Fairview
August 31, Wednesday, 3:00 to 4:00, Installation Dinner Committee Meeting, 720 Garden
September 1, Thursday, 10am-11:30am (EKG) Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group Monthly Meeting A group for new and emerging entrepreneurs
September 2, Friday, 9:00am-10:30pm Membership Committee Meeting
September 2, Friday, First Fridays Park Ridge (open til 8pm or later) Cruisin’ Park Ridge
September 8, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
September 9, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 9, Friday, 9:00am-10:30am Communications Meeting
September 12, Monday 10:45am-7:30pm Annual Chamber Golf Outing with Skokie Chamber Evanston Golf Club, 4401 Dempster Street. Call the Chamber today to register for golfing and sponsorships!
September 16, Friday 9:30-11:30 a.m. Victoria Cook, life coach, seminar on Networking: R U A "NETWORKING NEWBIE"? with PREN 3
September 21, Wednesday 8:00am-9:30am Retail Committee Meeting at TeaLula
September 21, 11:30am-1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Park Ridge Country Club, 636 N. Prospect Avenue ($25 members and $30 at door and for prospective members)
September 22, Thursday 7:30am-9:30am Multi Chamber Networking Event Breakfast in Skokie at the Holiday Inn North Shore, 5300 W. Touhy Ave
September 22, Thursday Business After Hours 5:00pm-7:00pm at Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont – Free benefit with your Chamber Membership! Bring your business cards for some serious networking and enjoy food and beverages.
September 23, Friday 8:30am-10:00am Women in Business Monthly Networking Breakfast 720 Garden St, Andrea Herran of Focus HR will speak about hiring the right people the first time. ($10 members and $15 at door and for prospective members)
September 27, Tuesday 9:00am-10:00am PREN 2: Park Ridge Executive Network
September 28, Wednesday 9:00am-10:30am Health Care Forum
SAVE THE DATES!
October 9, Million Dollar Quartet at Apollo Theatre
October 15, Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works Service Center
October 22, Northwestern Homecoming Game
November 25, Friday, Winterfest
December 18, Sunday Supper at St Paul of the Cross sponsored by the Chamber
Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1 All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
2 ATI Physical Therapy: 847.292.0151
3 AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847.292.4710
4 Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5 Cardinal Fitness of Park Ridge: 847.318.7550
6 Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
7 D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
8 E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9 Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10 Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11 Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12 Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13 K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14 LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15 North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16 Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847-692-5000
17 Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
18 Pickwick Theatre: 847.825.5800
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 Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
23 Unbound Technology: 847.235.4994
24 Y-Tech Heating & Cooling: 847.696.0477
25 Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26 You can be here!
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