We had a wonderful luncheon at the Hilton last week! Our speaker was great and so was the food. Click here to see the winners of the raffle prizes.
Don't forget the business after hours on Thursday at Regus from 5 to 7! RSVPs would be appreciated - email or call the Chamber.
And on Saturday is our Electronics Recycling from 9 to noon at Public Works! Thanks to our sponsors, Maine Township Board, Maine Township Highway Commissioner Robert Provenzano, Maine Township City Clerk Gary K. Warner, Park Ridge Taxi, Village Bank & Trust and D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub! Also a big thank you to the City for Public Works (and Mike McGrath), and the Park District for advertising it.
We'll be handing out $5 coupons - do you want to be included on the back? It's free advertising! $5 off on a minimum $20 purchase.
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 17, Iliinois Chamber Employer Action Lobby Day with WI Gov. Scott Walker speaking
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum
April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Elements Therapeutic Massage
9. Express Auto Center
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
11. Houlihan's Restaurant
12. Jason's Deli
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors
15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services
18. Periodontics of Niles
19. Responsive Management Solutions
20. Resurrection Health Care
21. Rubino Dentistry
22. Saturn Title
23. The Exercise Coach
24. Village Bank & Trust
25. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Monday, April 16, 2012
Thursday, April 12, 2012
Member News
From Gail:
Let everyone know what's going on in your business - send me a pdf and I can attach it to my eblast that goes out each Thursday.
Also, get everyone in your company to subscribe to Chamber eblasts!
Here's what's happening with Chamber Members:
Clark Weber recalls Chicago rock and roll at May 18 Summit program - Mother Weber's oldest son Clark, an icon of Chicago radio in the '50s, '60s and '70s, will take you back to a time when rock and roll was clean and the Chicago River was dirty Friday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown...read more
Here are the key dates for District 64's calendar for 2012/2013 school year!
Free Business Seminars at the Chamber - run by SCORE. First one is April 19 and we already have 25 signed up for it!
Lisa's Homemade Italian Ice - SPRING HOURS: We are now open 7 days/week!
Sunday - Thursday noon-6pm
Friday - Saturday noon- 8pm
While you are out enjoying the beautiful spring weather, stop in a enjoy a refreshing cup of Italian Ice, delicious
Ice Cream or a bag of gourmet Popcorn.
If you like to invest a portion of your discretionary monies or retirement funds in the stock market as a day trader, for the short term or on a long-term basis, you might want to gain a better understanding of the various forces that can impact the market, individual stocks or specific sectors. Read More
June Moon Estate Sales will be at 5551 W. Drummond Place in Chicago this Friday April 13th and Saturday April 14th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday.
Discover the many contributions to Park Ridge of artist, designer and sculptor Alfonso Iannelli Friday, April 27 at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown. Read More
Allegro Music Center, Inc.'s Summer Rock Band Camp
Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique is having their Spring Sale - check it out!
Celebrate Pajama Night with the Park Ridge Hysterical Society - read all about it here.
Oakton Community College - time to register for Fall classes (and other news). Click here.
Park Ridge Garden Club Newsletter tells you about the Plant Sale on May 19 but there is other news too.
Are you paying too much for your health insurancce? Call Tom Schroeder
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. Saturn Title LLC
22. The Exercise Coach
23. Village Bank & Trust
24. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Let everyone know what's going on in your business - send me a pdf and I can attach it to my eblast that goes out each Thursday.
Also, get everyone in your company to subscribe to Chamber eblasts!
Here's what's happening with Chamber Members:
Clark Weber recalls Chicago rock and roll at May 18 Summit program - Mother Weber's oldest son Clark, an icon of Chicago radio in the '50s, '60s and '70s, will take you back to a time when rock and roll was clean and the Chicago River was dirty Friday, May 18, at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown...read more
Here are the key dates for District 64's calendar for 2012/2013 school year!
Free Business Seminars at the Chamber - run by SCORE. First one is April 19 and we already have 25 signed up for it!
Lisa's Homemade Italian Ice - SPRING HOURS: We are now open 7 days/week!
Sunday - Thursday noon-6pm
Friday - Saturday noon- 8pm
While you are out enjoying the beautiful spring weather, stop in a enjoy a refreshing cup of Italian Ice, delicious
Ice Cream or a bag of gourmet Popcorn.
If you like to invest a portion of your discretionary monies or retirement funds in the stock market as a day trader, for the short term or on a long-term basis, you might want to gain a better understanding of the various forces that can impact the market, individual stocks or specific sectors. Read More
June Moon Estate Sales will be at 5551 W. Drummond Place in Chicago this Friday April 13th and Saturday April 14th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday.
Discover the many contributions to Park Ridge of artist, designer and sculptor Alfonso Iannelli Friday, April 27 at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown. Read More
Allegro Music Center, Inc.'s Summer Rock Band Camp
Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique is having their Spring Sale - check it out!
Celebrate Pajama Night with the Park Ridge Hysterical Society - read all about it here.
Oakton Community College - time to register for Fall classes (and other news). Click here.
Park Ridge Garden Club Newsletter tells you about the Plant Sale on May 19 but there is other news too.
Are you paying too much for your health insurancce? Call Tom Schroeder
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. Saturn Title LLC
22. The Exercise Coach
23. Village Bank & Trust
24. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Monday, April 9, 2012
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31
Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge.
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. The Exercise Coach
22. Village Bank & Trust
23. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
The monthly networking luncheon is this Wednesday, April 11, at new member Hilton Rosemont Hotel, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont. Our featured speaker is Rebecca Tanaka who will amaze you with her "Discover Your Memory Power" presentation!
The menu is Cucumber Wrapped Organic Greens with Creamy Avocado dressing & Roasted Beets; Stuffed Chicken with Honeyed Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Spaghetti Sqaush; Opera Cake; served with fresh chilled basil lemonade. In the Lindbergh Room. Parking will be validated. Feel free to bring a gift certificate to your business as a raffle prize - proceeds from the raffle will go towards the new Scholarship program.
$25 for Chamber members with RSVP. $30 for Prospective Members or Chamber Members who walk in without an RSVP.
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:
April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont. Speaker Rebecca Tanaka "Discover Your Memory Power" Please RSVP: $25 members and $30 for prospective members and walk ins.
April 12, Thursday, 6:45am -8:15am Tech Forum held this month at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy. - Ben's topic is: The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud? An added incentive for attending this early morning session is another copy of Office 2010 will be given away to a lucky attendee!
April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am-10:00pm PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 17, Iliinois Chamber Employer Action Lobby Day with WI Gov. Scott Walker speaking
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum
April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.
Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge.
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden St.
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. The Exercise Coach
22. Village Bank & Trust
23. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
The monthly networking luncheon is this Wednesday, April 11, at new member Hilton Rosemont Hotel, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont. Our featured speaker is Rebecca Tanaka who will amaze you with her "Discover Your Memory Power" presentation!
The menu is Cucumber Wrapped Organic Greens with Creamy Avocado dressing & Roasted Beets; Stuffed Chicken with Honeyed Sweet Potatoes and Roasted Spaghetti Sqaush; Opera Cake; served with fresh chilled basil lemonade. In the Lindbergh Room. Parking will be validated. Feel free to bring a gift certificate to your business as a raffle prize - proceeds from the raffle will go towards the new Scholarship program.
$25 for Chamber members with RSVP. $30 for Prospective Members or Chamber Members who walk in without an RSVP.
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:
April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont. Speaker Rebecca Tanaka "Discover Your Memory Power" Please RSVP: $25 members and $30 for prospective members and walk ins.
April 12, Thursday, 6:45am -8:15am Tech Forum held this month at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy. - Ben's topic is: The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud? An added incentive for attending this early morning session is another copy of Office 2010 will be given away to a lucky attendee!
April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am-10:00pm PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 17, Iliinois Chamber Employer Action Lobby Day with WI Gov. Scott Walker speaking
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum
April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
From Gail:
Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31
Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge.
Don't forget to gather up all your old electronics for our Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works on Saturday, April 21, from 9 to noon.
I want to thank our sponsors:
Maine Township Board
Maine Township Highway Commissioner, Robert Provenzano
Maine Township Clerk, Gary K. Warner
Park Ridge Taxi
Village Bank & Trust
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:
April 4, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 5, Thursday, 9:30am -11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meeting. held at Regus.
April 5, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care forum Program: Prescription Medication Misuse, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge Senior Center - Joe Gera, R.Ph. Directory of Pharmacy Services at Resurrection Medical Center - Thousands of people are admitted to hospital due to an adverse drug event. Learn how to reduce your risk.
April 6, Friday, 9:00am -10:30am Membership Meeting, 720 Garden (Board Room)
April 6, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays: Night of Art and Artists - Local professional and student art will be highlighted in participating First Friday locations. Enjoy the beautiful art work as you shop, dine and celebrate.
April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont - Speaker Rebecca Tanaka "Discover Your Memory Power" Please RSVP: $25 members and $30 for prospective members and walk ins.
April 12, Thursday, 6:45am -8:15am Tech Forum held this month at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy. - Ben's topic is: The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud? An added incentive for attending this early morning session is another copy of Office 2010 will be given away to a lucky attendee!
April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am-10:00pm PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum
April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. The Exercise Coach
22. Transition Brokers RE
23. Village Bank & Trust
24. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Community Guide & Chamber Directory Publishes on May 31
Only paid members will appear so if you haven't yet paid your 2012 dues, please do so! It goes to every home in Park Ridge.
Don't forget to gather up all your old electronics for our Electronics Recycling Day at Public Works on Saturday, April 21, from 9 to noon.
I want to thank our sponsors:
Maine Township Board
Maine Township Highway Commissioner, Robert Provenzano
Maine Township Clerk, Gary K. Warner
Park Ridge Taxi
Village Bank & Trust
Mark Your Calendar for these Chamber Events:
April 4, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 5, Thursday, 9:30am -11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meeting. held at Regus.
April 5, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care forum Program: Prescription Medication Misuse, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge Senior Center - Joe Gera, R.Ph. Directory of Pharmacy Services at Resurrection Medical Center - Thousands of people are admitted to hospital due to an adverse drug event. Learn how to reduce your risk.
April 6, Friday, 9:00am -10:30am Membership Meeting, 720 Garden (Board Room)
April 6, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays: Night of Art and Artists - Local professional and student art will be highlighted in participating First Friday locations. Enjoy the beautiful art work as you shop, dine and celebrate.
April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont/Chicago O'Hare, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont - Speaker Rebecca Tanaka "Discover Your Memory Power" Please RSVP: $25 members and $30 for prospective members and walk ins.
April 12, Thursday, 6:45am -8:15am Tech Forum held this month at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy. - Ben's topic is: The Cloud for Small and Medium sized business: How does a business leverage the cloud? An added incentive for attending this early morning session is another copy of Office 2010 will be given away to a lucky attendee!
April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am-10:00pm PREN 2 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) - "Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know" RSVP to Chamber - space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Business After Hours, hosted by Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day - 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 25, Monday, 9:00am - 10:30am Health Care Forum
April 27, Friday, 8:30am - 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Village Green Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member and walk ins.
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, Illinois 60068
gail.haller@parkridgechamber.org
847.825.3121
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc
8. Express Auto Center
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling
10. Houlihan's Restaurant
11. Jason's Deli
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata
15. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting
16. Paul Davis Emergency Services
17. Periodontics of Niles
18. Responsive Management Solutions
19. Resurrection Health Care
20. Rubino Dentistry
21. The Exercise Coach
22. Transition Brokers RE
23. Village Bank & Trust
24. Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Monday, March 26, 2012
Gail's Weekly Chamber UPDATE
Did you know that you have me send out a dedicated eblast to all 660 chamber member contacts for just $50? Also, if you have people in your company that do not receive my eblasts but would like to, email me with their info and we’ll do the rest!
Although we didn’t win the bowling tournament and had to give up the trophy, it was a fun time last Thursday, spending time with Edison Park Chamber.
Thanks to Teams LIN-Mar Motors, Express Auto Center, WineStyles, and the PinReapers (Jared Skiba, Allegro Music Center; Marci Derrick (Park Ride Chamber) and Jorge Garduno, Tech Stuff PC & Video; Jenna Gales,Pioneer Press; and Rob Jakubczak, American Family Insurance).
Next year we’ll win it back!
2 Fun Events this week
This week, I hope you can make it to Rick Pucci’s new offices for the ribbon cutting and Friday’s Women in Business breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli with the featured speaker Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy, presenting “Fight Like a Girl!”.
Scroll down for more info on both events.
Upcoming Events Mark your calendars for Chamber events through May!
March 27, Tuesday, 8:30am-10:00am Board of Directors Meeting
March 27, Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm Chamber Retail Roundtable Meeting, 720 Garden St. - If you have a shop in Park Ridge then don’t miss out on the Chamber’s Retail Roundtable! It’s a new group formed to allow retailers the opportunity to discuss issues of interest to them.
March 28, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:30am Health Care Forum Meeting, 720 Garden
March 29, Thursday, 5:00pm Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Park Ridge Financial, 36 Main Street - Come celebrate with board member Rick Pucci as the City Manager, Jim Hock, cuts the ribbon on Rick’s new offices! Refreshments provided so RSVP’s appreciated but not required.
March 30, Friday, 8:30am -9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden St. ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (reality based self defense for women) by Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy. Breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli. FIGHT LIKE A GIRL One of every five women will be attacked in their lifetime. Don’t be a victim. Take the first step in your own survival by attending a Fight Like A Girl Self Defense seminar. Women who resist or fight back have a great chance of deterring a physical or sexual assault. Statistics indicate that there is a 50% chance that the attacker will flee if you choose not to be a victim & FIGHT BACK. Members $10 and $15 prospective members and walk ins.
April 4, Tuesday, 9:00am - 12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling. Free business counseling. Appointments required.
April 5, Thursday, 9:30am -11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meeting at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Highway, Ste. 300.
April 5, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care forum Program: Prescription Drug Abuse, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge Senior Center
April 6, Friday, 9:00am - 10:30am Membership Meeting, 720 Garden (Board Room) Member acquisition, satisfaction and retention – your input needed!
April 6, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays Art Event at Participating Merchants. Support your community by shopping locally – come out, visit the stores, see the art, meet the artists, buy something!
April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont Hotel, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont - Speaker Rebecca Tanaka “Discover Your Memory Power”
April 12, Thursday, 8:45am -10:15am Tech Forum (date is changing)
April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling. Free business counseling. Appointments required.
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting, 720 Garden, (Annex)
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) – “Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Business After Hours, Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day – 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 23, Monday, Health Care Forum (Clute Studio)
April 24, Tuesday, Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals (SOLD OUT)
April 27, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member
May1, Tuesday, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Multi Chamber Networking After Hours - along with Chicago Sky Women's Professional Basketball Team - Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont. No charge but RSVP required by April 30, 11:00am.
May 3, Thursday, 10:00am - 11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) A group for new and emerging entrepreneurs. For more information, contact Lynda Tourloukis at 847-401-5787 Lynda@youcansayyes.com
May 3, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care Forum Program Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western
May 4, Friday, 9:00am - 10:30am Membership Meeting (Board Room)
May 4, Friday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm First Fridays Elementary Learning Foundation (ELF) “Share and Share” Event
May 9, Wednesday, 11:00am - 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon - Steve Fretzin, speaker. Chicago Marriott O'Hare, 8535 W. Higgins Rd, Chicago. Member $25 Prospective Member 30.
May 10, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
May 11, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
May 11, Friday, 10:00am - 3:00pm 5th Annual North Shore Women's Conference Luncheon. 23 Chambers participating. Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Keynote speaker Catherine Johns. Fee $32 includes lunch. Visit the website: www.northshorewomensconference.org
May 15, Tuesday, 11:30am - 1:30pm Multi-Chamber Luncheon Westin Hotel O'Hare - Grand Ballroom A, 6100 River Rd, Rosemont. Mr. Andy Shaw President Better Government Assoc. speaker. Complimentary Parking. Member $25 Prospective Member $30.
May 16, Wednesday, 9:00am - 10:00am Executive Board Meeting
May 16, Wednesday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Multi Chamber Business After Hours LIN-MAR Motors, 5940 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove at the corner of Oakton & Austin great opportunity to network among members of neighboring Chambers, including: Niles, Skokie, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Edgebrook and Park Ridge. Springtime theme of hot dogs, beer, pop, chips, etc. Raffle prizes! No charge to attend.
May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Newsletter Meeting
May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) “Taking Your Business Online” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc: www.DickPondAthletics.com New!
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
Although we didn’t win the bowling tournament and had to give up the trophy, it was a fun time last Thursday, spending time with Edison Park Chamber.
Thanks to Teams LIN-Mar Motors, Express Auto Center, WineStyles, and the PinReapers (Jared Skiba, Allegro Music Center; Marci Derrick (Park Ride Chamber) and Jorge Garduno, Tech Stuff PC & Video; Jenna Gales,Pioneer Press; and Rob Jakubczak, American Family Insurance).
Next year we’ll win it back!
2 Fun Events this week
This week, I hope you can make it to Rick Pucci’s new offices for the ribbon cutting and Friday’s Women in Business breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli with the featured speaker Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy, presenting “Fight Like a Girl!”.
Scroll down for more info on both events.
Upcoming Events Mark your calendars for Chamber events through May!
March 27, Tuesday, 8:30am-10:00am Board of Directors Meeting
March 27, Tuesday, 6:00pm-7:30pm Chamber Retail Roundtable Meeting, 720 Garden St. - If you have a shop in Park Ridge then don’t miss out on the Chamber’s Retail Roundtable! It’s a new group formed to allow retailers the opportunity to discuss issues of interest to them.
March 28, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:30am Health Care Forum Meeting, 720 Garden
March 29, Thursday, 5:00pm Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Park Ridge Financial, 36 Main Street - Come celebrate with board member Rick Pucci as the City Manager, Jim Hock, cuts the ribbon on Rick’s new offices! Refreshments provided so RSVP’s appreciated but not required.
March 30, Friday, 8:30am -9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast, 720 Garden St. ‘Fight Like a Girl’ (reality based self defense for women) by Michelle DeLaRosa, owner of MBD Martial Arts Academy. Breakfast catered by Jason’s Deli. FIGHT LIKE A GIRL One of every five women will be attacked in their lifetime. Don’t be a victim. Take the first step in your own survival by attending a Fight Like A Girl Self Defense seminar. Women who resist or fight back have a great chance of deterring a physical or sexual assault. Statistics indicate that there is a 50% chance that the attacker will flee if you choose not to be a victim & FIGHT BACK. Members $10 and $15 prospective members and walk ins.
April 4, Tuesday, 9:00am - 12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling. Free business counseling. Appointments required.
April 5, Thursday, 9:30am -11:00am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) meeting at Regus, 350 S. Northwest Highway, Ste. 300.
April 5, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care forum Program: Prescription Drug Abuse, 100 S. Western Ave., Park Ridge Senior Center
April 6, Friday, 9:00am - 10:30am Membership Meeting, 720 Garden (Board Room) Member acquisition, satisfaction and retention – your input needed!
April 6, Friday, 6:00pm - 8:00pm First Fridays Art Event at Participating Merchants. Support your community by shopping locally – come out, visit the stores, see the art, meet the artists, buy something!
April 11, Wednesday, 11:30am -1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon at the Hilton Rosemont Hotel, 5550 N. River Road, Rosemont - Speaker Rebecca Tanaka “Discover Your Memory Power”
April 12, Thursday, 8:45am -10:15am Tech Forum (date is changing)
April 13, Friday, 8:45am -9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
April 16, Monday, 4:00pm - Community Guide Photo Contest 2012 Deadline
April 17, Tuesday, 9:00am -12:00pm Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling. Free business counseling. Appointments required.
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting
April 18, Wednesday, 7:30am-9:30am Multi-Chamber Mega Connect Networking Breakfast. Holiday Inn North Shore. 5300 W. Touhy Ave., Skokie. RSVP and payment due by April 11th $25 fee. Non member fee is $35. Walk-ins strongly discouraged and may not be accommodated.
April 18, Wednesday, 9:00am -10:00am Executive Board Meeting, 720 Garden, (Annex)
April 19, Thursday, 8:00am-9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) – “Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited
April 19, Thursday, 8:30am-9:30am Newsletter Meeting
April 19, Thursday, 5:00pm – 7:00pm Business After Hours, Regus, 350 S. Northwest Hwy.
April 21, Saturday, 9:00am-12:00pm Electronics Recycling Day – 4th Annual! 400 Busse Highway, Public Works Service Station. $5 per car
April 23, Monday, Deadline to receive 100 inserts and PDF file for May Newsletter Insert
April 23, Monday, Health Care Forum (Clute Studio)
April 24, Tuesday, Chicago Cubs vs. St. Louis Cardinals (SOLD OUT)
April 27, Friday, 8:30am – 9:45am Women in Business Networking Breakfast Lauren Young, CEO, Fresh Baked Communications. Catered by Subway $10 Members $15 Prospective Member
May1, Tuesday, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Multi Chamber Networking After Hours - along with Chicago Sky Women's Professional Basketball Team - Rosewood Restaurant, 9421 W. Higgins, Rosemont. No charge but RSVP required by April 30, 11:00am.
May 3, Thursday, 10:00am - 11:30am Entrepreneurial Knowledge Group (EKG) A group for new and emerging entrepreneurs. For more information, contact Lynda Tourloukis at 847-401-5787 Lynda@youcansayyes.com
May 3, Thursday, 11:00am-12:00pm Health Care Forum Program Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western
May 4, Friday, 9:00am - 10:30am Membership Meeting (Board Room)
May 4, Friday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm First Fridays Elementary Learning Foundation (ELF) “Share and Share” Event
May 9, Wednesday, 11:00am - 1:30pm Monthly Networking Luncheon - Steve Fretzin, speaker. Chicago Marriott O'Hare, 8535 W. Higgins Rd, Chicago. Member $25 Prospective Member 30.
May 10, Thursday, 8:45am-10:15am Tech Forum
May 11, Friday, 8:45am-9:45am PREN 1 (Park Ridge Executive Network)
May 11, Friday, 10:00am - 3:00pm 5th Annual North Shore Women's Conference Luncheon. 23 Chambers participating. Marriott Lincolnshire Resort, 10 Marriott Drive, Lincolnshire. Keynote speaker Catherine Johns. Fee $32 includes lunch. Visit the website: www.northshorewomensconference.org
May 15, Tuesday, 11:30am - 1:30pm Multi-Chamber Luncheon Westin Hotel O'Hare - Grand Ballroom A, 6100 River Rd, Rosemont. Mr. Andy Shaw President Better Government Assoc. speaker. Complimentary Parking. Member $25 Prospective Member $30.
May 16, Wednesday, 9:00am - 10:00am Executive Board Meeting
May 16, Wednesday, 5:00pm - 7:00pm Multi Chamber Business After Hours LIN-MAR Motors, 5940 W. Oakton St., Morton Grove at the corner of Oakton & Austin great opportunity to network among members of neighboring Chambers, including: Niles, Skokie, Morton Grove, Wilmette, Edgebrook and Park Ridge. Springtime theme of hot dogs, beer, pop, chips, etc. Raffle prizes! No charge to attend.
May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Newsletter Meeting
May 17, Thursday, 8:30am -9:30am Park Ridge Chamber SCORE Counseling Workshop (Great Room) “Taking Your Business Online” RSVP to Chamber – space is limited.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
6. Dick Pond Athletics, Inc: www.DickPondAthletics.com New!
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Member News as of March 22, 2012
Hope to see you this evening for the business after hours bowling tourney! Call for details.
The Chamber is hosting a workshop on April 19, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Mike Sullivan will discuss the “Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know”. This is provided by SCORE at no charge and we’ll have refreshments. Please RSVP to the Chamber. (reply to this email now!)
Did you know… Did you know:
• Stress Management (Hands on) Session by Vive! Therapeutic Massage. Sunday, March 25 at 3pm at 1416 S. Canfield
• June Moon Estate Sales will be at 3226 N. Rutherford Ave. in Chicago this Friday March 23rd and Saturday March 24th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday. Lots to see.
• Rick Pucci, Park Ridge Financial, moved his offices to 36 Main Street and has his grand opening/ribbon cutting on Thursday, 3/29, 5 p.m.!
• St Paul of the Cross has its annual blood drive on Sunday, April 1 – no foolin’! 8 to 1:30. 1-800-RED CROSS to reserve your time.
• Park Ridge Police will host a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 3, 7 – 9p.m. “How to be a good ‘digital citizen’”; “Kids, Cops & Cars”, “Teen Drinking & Parties”. In partnership with MCYAF and IL Attorney General’s Office. 505 Butler Place
• “The Boomer Generation – What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” will be held at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 N. Waukegan Road in Morton Grove. To register, call 847.933.2413.
• Last chance to save 15% on your Easter Cruise! Book by 3/25 for 4 or more to get discount. 866-305-2469
• You can leverage your online customer ratings & reviews by emailing Jim Cone, WSI at jcone@onlinewsimarketing.com!
• Corks for a Cure will be held Friday, May 4 at the Park Ridge Country Club in memory of Chris Diez. Chris served as choir director at St. Paul of the Cross for 15 years. The fundraiser, a wine tasting event, will include a silent auction and they are seeking donations.847.677.8273
• Rainbow Hospice has a Rainbow Raffle with a first prize of $10,000! Win With Rainbow Hotline at (847) 292-2355
• The Chamber will march in the Memorial Day Parade – are you in? We’ll know our slot number by May 1.
• Mickey Sons, ComForcare, is hiring! parkridge@ComForcare.com
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Maine South
“Chicago” Maine South presents “Chicago”
Maine South High School's Fine Arts Department will “give you that old razzle dazzle” with this year's production of "Chicago," the hit musical set in Prohibition-era Chicago. It features a cast, pit and stage crew of talented Maine South students and will be a “don’t miss” performance!
Show dates/Times: April 27, 28 and May 4, 5
7:30 pm
April 29
2 pm
Tickets sell our quickly and you may purchase tickets online now at: www.seatyourself.biz/mainesouth. Tickets are $10.00, with a $.50 service charge each. All seats are reserved.
Yard signs promoting the Maine South musical “Chicago,” are available at the Chamber of Commerce office. If you can display one at your business and/or home, please stop by to pick one up. The signs will be available the last week of March. This is a great way to support our kids, schools and community. Thanks!
Nick Boudreau, Edward Jones Dinner Invite Are you keeping up with important market events?
Get a snapshot of today’s global markets.
You are cordially invited to attend a complimentary seminar to help you gain insights and learn about trends impacting international and domestic markets.
HOSTED BY: Nick Boudreau, Edward Jones
WHEN: Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 6:00 PM
WHERE: Zia’s Trattoria
6699 N. Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631
3 course meal will be served
RSVP: Andrea Pehl (847) 384-0259 by March 22, 2012
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!
Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
Voice Your Choices
Monday, April 16, 2012 at 9:30 a.m.
RSVP by April 9 to Linda Rockwell.
(847) 556-1778 • LRockwell@carecenter.org
Loretta Downs has been a companion to the dying for more than 25 years. She has sat at the bedside of family members, friends, AIDS victims, nursing home residents and hospice patients. She credits these profound experiences with teaching her how to live—and how to prepare for dying. Join us to honor National Healthcare Decisions Day and hear Loretta’s inspiring and uplifting approach to preparing for death, one choice at a time.
For more than 25 years Loretta has been a companion to AIDS victims, friends, family, hospice patients, and nursing home residents through the end
of their lives. These teachers motivated her to retire from a successful career in the Merchandise Mart to become an inspirational speaker and
writer on the subject of supporting positive experiences at the end of life. She earned a Masters Degree in Gerontology at age 60.
Loretta founded Chrysalis End-of-Life Inspirations to advocate for nursing homes and hospitals to provide private rooms for keeping vigil with the
dying. She is President of the Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition, a Metta Institute Certified End-of-Life Care Practitioner and a Respecting
Choices Advance Care Planning Facilitator. She is a member of the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center ethics committee, the Association
for Death Education and Counseling, the American Society on Aging, the Society for the Arts in Health Care, and the Pioneer Network.
Blood Drive April 1 at St Paul of the Cross
The Holy Family Guild of St. Paul of the Cross Church, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring its Annual Blood Drive on Sunday, April 1, 2012. The hours are 8AM – 1:30PM in the Morello Parish Life Center, 320 S. Washington, Park Ridge, IL, 60068.
Most persons in good health are eligible to donate blood, and all donors are given a health assessment prior to donation. High school students and donors under the age of 19 need to meet certain height and weight requirements. All donors must present valid photo identification, and should eat a healthy meal and drink extra water prior to donating.
Making an appointment in advance is highly recommended for several reasons. The Red Cross sends a certain number of blood drive staff, based solely on the number of advance appointments. Donors with appointments will proceed through the blood drive stations faster than those without. Appointments also help manage the overall drive, because they space out the flow of donors. If you choose not to make an appointment, walk-ins will be accepted after 10:30AM.
Every two seconds, someone in America needs blood. A single unit of blood has the capability to save the lives of 3-4 people. Our mild winter, unfortunately, does not change the fact that the need for blood is constant and ongoing. Blood is used in serious trauma, disasters, surgeries and medical procedures, cancer treatment and other care.
As always, our Blood Drive is on Palm Sunday. What an appropriate and generous way to honor this day. Remember: You can put the power of faith into action and help save a life. Please consider participating in this life-giving initiative on Sunday, April 1.
If you have additional questions or wish to make an appointment in advance, you may:
• call Dolores Vonderheide, (cell) 847-704-0210;
• call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-773-2767); or
• log on to www.redcrossblood.org.
Oakton Breaking Ground
Oakton to Break Ground on Science and Health Careers Building
For the first time since its Des Plaines campus opened in 1980, Oakton Community College will kick off a major construction project at the site when it breaks ground on a $39 million Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m.
The 93,000-square-foot building, scheduled for completion in 2014, will launch the College’s $68.5 million five-year Facilities Master Plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2010.
The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road, with a reception immediately following.
Oakton Community College Head to Niles North for Special Interest Courses
Niles North High School is the place for a host of special interest courses offered through the Oakton Alliance for Lifelong Learning.
Public Speaking with Confidence (COM B02-01). Overcome stage fright by discovering how to organize a speech, make impromptu presentations, and improve delivery. Eight-week course meets 7:30 – 10 p.m., Mondays, starting April 2. Course fee is $160.
Sizzling Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Cumbia (PED E88-03). Learn new and trendy dance moves. A partner is not necessary. Six-week course meets 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Mondays starting April 2. Course fee is $55.
Writing Children’s Books (COM M02-01). Explore the world of children’s literature. Navigate through the children’s book market in order to get published. Six-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $150.
Creative International Cooking (HEC E66-01). Cook international dishes from Italy, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Four-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $94.
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker (REC S05-01). Increase your chances of winning at this popular card game. Four-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $45.
Featured courses meet at Niles North High School, 9800 Lawler Avenue, Skokie.
All registrants will be charged an $8 non-refundable processing fee at the time of registration. For a complete Alliance for Lifelong Learning class schedule, including registration and fee information, visit www.oakton.edu/all, or call 847-982-9888, press 3.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. Dick Pond Athletics – coming soon! New!
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
16. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
18. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
19. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
20. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
23. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
24. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
25. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
26. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
27. You can be here!
The Chamber is hosting a workshop on April 19, from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Mike Sullivan will discuss the “Ten Things Every Entrepreneur Must Know”. This is provided by SCORE at no charge and we’ll have refreshments. Please RSVP to the Chamber. (reply to this email now!)
Did you know… Did you know:
• Stress Management (Hands on) Session by Vive! Therapeutic Massage. Sunday, March 25 at 3pm at 1416 S. Canfield
• June Moon Estate Sales will be at 3226 N. Rutherford Ave. in Chicago this Friday March 23rd and Saturday March 24th from 9AM to 3PM. Check the June Moon Collectibles home page for details or call us at 847-698-2559. We hope to see you there on Friday or Saturday. Lots to see.
• Rick Pucci, Park Ridge Financial, moved his offices to 36 Main Street and has his grand opening/ribbon cutting on Thursday, 3/29, 5 p.m.!
• St Paul of the Cross has its annual blood drive on Sunday, April 1 – no foolin’! 8 to 1:30. 1-800-RED CROSS to reserve your time.
• Park Ridge Police will host a Town Hall Meeting on Tuesday, April 3, 7 – 9p.m. “How to be a good ‘digital citizen’”; “Kids, Cops & Cars”, “Teen Drinking & Parties”. In partnership with MCYAF and IL Attorney General’s Office. 505 Butler Place
• “The Boomer Generation – What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” will be held at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 N. Waukegan Road in Morton Grove. To register, call 847.933.2413.
• Last chance to save 15% on your Easter Cruise! Book by 3/25 for 4 or more to get discount. 866-305-2469
• You can leverage your online customer ratings & reviews by emailing Jim Cone, WSI at jcone@onlinewsimarketing.com!
• Corks for a Cure will be held Friday, May 4 at the Park Ridge Country Club in memory of Chris Diez. Chris served as choir director at St. Paul of the Cross for 15 years. The fundraiser, a wine tasting event, will include a silent auction and they are seeking donations.847.677.8273
• Rainbow Hospice has a Rainbow Raffle with a first prize of $10,000! Win With Rainbow Hotline at (847) 292-2355
• The Chamber will march in the Memorial Day Parade – are you in? We’ll know our slot number by May 1.
• Mickey Sons, ComForcare, is hiring! parkridge@ComForcare.com
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Maine South
“Chicago” Maine South presents “Chicago”
Maine South High School's Fine Arts Department will “give you that old razzle dazzle” with this year's production of "Chicago," the hit musical set in Prohibition-era Chicago. It features a cast, pit and stage crew of talented Maine South students and will be a “don’t miss” performance!
Show dates/Times: April 27, 28 and May 4, 5
7:30 pm
April 29
2 pm
Tickets sell our quickly and you may purchase tickets online now at: www.seatyourself.biz/mainesouth. Tickets are $10.00, with a $.50 service charge each. All seats are reserved.
Yard signs promoting the Maine South musical “Chicago,” are available at the Chamber of Commerce office. If you can display one at your business and/or home, please stop by to pick one up. The signs will be available the last week of March. This is a great way to support our kids, schools and community. Thanks!
Nick Boudreau, Edward Jones Dinner Invite Are you keeping up with important market events?
Get a snapshot of today’s global markets.
You are cordially invited to attend a complimentary seminar to help you gain insights and learn about trends impacting international and domestic markets.
HOSTED BY: Nick Boudreau, Edward Jones
WHEN: Thursday, March 29, 2012 at 6:00 PM
WHERE: Zia’s Trattoria
6699 N. Northwest Hwy, Chicago, IL 60631
3 course meal will be served
RSVP: Andrea Pehl (847) 384-0259 by March 22, 2012
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!
Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter Midwest Palliative & Hospice CareCenter
Voice Your Choices
Monday, April 16, 2012 at 9:30 a.m.
RSVP by April 9 to Linda Rockwell.
(847) 556-1778 • LRockwell@carecenter.org
Loretta Downs has been a companion to the dying for more than 25 years. She has sat at the bedside of family members, friends, AIDS victims, nursing home residents and hospice patients. She credits these profound experiences with teaching her how to live—and how to prepare for dying. Join us to honor National Healthcare Decisions Day and hear Loretta’s inspiring and uplifting approach to preparing for death, one choice at a time.
For more than 25 years Loretta has been a companion to AIDS victims, friends, family, hospice patients, and nursing home residents through the end
of their lives. These teachers motivated her to retire from a successful career in the Merchandise Mart to become an inspirational speaker and
writer on the subject of supporting positive experiences at the end of life. She earned a Masters Degree in Gerontology at age 60.
Loretta founded Chrysalis End-of-Life Inspirations to advocate for nursing homes and hospitals to provide private rooms for keeping vigil with the
dying. She is President of the Chicago End-of-Life Care Coalition, a Metta Institute Certified End-of-Life Care Practitioner and a Respecting
Choices Advance Care Planning Facilitator. She is a member of the Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center ethics committee, the Association
for Death Education and Counseling, the American Society on Aging, the Society for the Arts in Health Care, and the Pioneer Network.
Blood Drive April 1 at St Paul of the Cross
The Holy Family Guild of St. Paul of the Cross Church, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is sponsoring its Annual Blood Drive on Sunday, April 1, 2012. The hours are 8AM – 1:30PM in the Morello Parish Life Center, 320 S. Washington, Park Ridge, IL, 60068.
Most persons in good health are eligible to donate blood, and all donors are given a health assessment prior to donation. High school students and donors under the age of 19 need to meet certain height and weight requirements. All donors must present valid photo identification, and should eat a healthy meal and drink extra water prior to donating.
Making an appointment in advance is highly recommended for several reasons. The Red Cross sends a certain number of blood drive staff, based solely on the number of advance appointments. Donors with appointments will proceed through the blood drive stations faster than those without. Appointments also help manage the overall drive, because they space out the flow of donors. If you choose not to make an appointment, walk-ins will be accepted after 10:30AM.
Every two seconds, someone in America needs blood. A single unit of blood has the capability to save the lives of 3-4 people. Our mild winter, unfortunately, does not change the fact that the need for blood is constant and ongoing. Blood is used in serious trauma, disasters, surgeries and medical procedures, cancer treatment and other care.
As always, our Blood Drive is on Palm Sunday. What an appropriate and generous way to honor this day. Remember: You can put the power of faith into action and help save a life. Please consider participating in this life-giving initiative on Sunday, April 1.
If you have additional questions or wish to make an appointment in advance, you may:
• call Dolores Vonderheide, (cell) 847-704-0210;
• call 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-773-2767); or
• log on to www.redcrossblood.org.
Oakton Breaking Ground
Oakton to Break Ground on Science and Health Careers Building
For the first time since its Des Plaines campus opened in 1980, Oakton Community College will kick off a major construction project at the site when it breaks ground on a $39 million Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m.
The 93,000-square-foot building, scheduled for completion in 2014, will launch the College’s $68.5 million five-year Facilities Master Plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2010.
The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road, with a reception immediately following.
Oakton Community College Head to Niles North for Special Interest Courses
Niles North High School is the place for a host of special interest courses offered through the Oakton Alliance for Lifelong Learning.
Public Speaking with Confidence (COM B02-01). Overcome stage fright by discovering how to organize a speech, make impromptu presentations, and improve delivery. Eight-week course meets 7:30 – 10 p.m., Mondays, starting April 2. Course fee is $160.
Sizzling Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Cumbia (PED E88-03). Learn new and trendy dance moves. A partner is not necessary. Six-week course meets 6:30 – 7:30 p.m., Mondays starting April 2. Course fee is $55.
Writing Children’s Books (COM M02-01). Explore the world of children’s literature. Navigate through the children’s book market in order to get published. Six-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $150.
Creative International Cooking (HEC E66-01). Cook international dishes from Italy, the Mediterranean, and the Middle East. Four-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $94.
Texas Hold ‘Em Poker (REC S05-01). Increase your chances of winning at this popular card game. Four-week course meets 7 – 9 p.m., Wednesdays, starting April 4. Course fee is $45.
Featured courses meet at Niles North High School, 9800 Lawler Avenue, Skokie.
All registrants will be charged an $8 non-refundable processing fee at the time of registration. For a complete Alliance for Lifelong Learning class schedule, including registration and fee information, visit www.oakton.edu/all, or call 847-982-9888, press 3.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. Dick Pond Athletics – coming soon! New!
8. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
9. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
10. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
11. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
12. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
13. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
14. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
15. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
16. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
17. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
18. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
19. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
20. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
21. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
22. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
23. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
24. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
25. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
26. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
27. You can be here!
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Member News
From Gail
We received dozens of positive comments about the Chamber’s new logo! Thank you to all who responded.
We still have some space available at tomorrow’s fashion show luncheon benefiting the Park Ridge Community Fund. Held at The Summit of Uptown. Fashions by Chico’s and by Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique. Makeup by Linda Russo. Great raffle prizes! Call to reserve your spot today!
Don’t forget about our photo contest to have your photo on the cover of the Park Ridge Community Guide!
Did you know… Did you know:
• The Chamber has a scholarship committee putting together a scholarship program - Would you like to donate for it? Send in a check and say ‘Scholarship’ in the memo (and thank you!) – if everyone sent in $10, we’d have a great program to announce!
• Amberly Dressler from Where You Shop just joined the Chamber’s Newsletter Committee!
• Kalo Foundation is hosting a program tomorrow, 3/16, at the library at 10 a.m. regarding the cultural history of Park Ridge.
• Geri at Vive! Therapeutic Massage is having a Wellness Week Mar. 19 – 25 with $50 specials.
• The Chamber will march in the Memorial Day Parade – are you in? We’ll know our slot number by May 1.
• Carlucci hase ‘Van Gogh’ Vodka Night tonight 5:30 to 8 with comp tastings and ‘Van Gogh’ Signature Drinks for $5. 847.518.0990
• Corks for a Cure will be held Friday, May 4 at the Park Ridge Country Club in memory of Chris Diez. Chris served as choir director at St. Paul of the Cross for 15 years. The fundraiser, a wine tasting event, will include a silent auction and they are seeking donations.847.677.8273
• TriPilates is offering a spring tune-up March madness sale!
• A White Elephant Sale to benefit the Kalo Foundation will be held this Saturday March 17th from 9AM to 2PM at the Alphonso Iannelli Heritage Center, 255 N. Northwest Hwy. in Park Ridge. For info call Nancy at 847-698-9512.
• Rainbow Hospice has a Rainbow Raffle with a first prize of $10,000! Win With Rainbow Hotline at (847) 292-2355
Fashion Show Luncheon tomorrow The Spring Fling Fashion Show to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund featuring spring fashions by Chico’s of Park Ridge and Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique and makeup by Linda Russo will be presented at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit (at Touhy) tomorrow, Friday, March 16, beginning at 11:30 a.m. A fabulous lunch will be served. $20pp
Kidwinks on WGN Check out Jean & Nina of kidwinks.com sharing some family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events on WGN Midday News this past Tuesday. Stay tuned, they are going to be on ABC next Friday with some great Spring Break ideas, 11:45am if you want to catch them live.
Anthony Valentino Salon & Spa IT'S SPRING AT ANTHONY VALENTINO SALON AND SPA!
Exciting March Promotions:
• One hour massage with Alex for $49
• Salon & Spa package for $75 (half price!) includes ½ massage, ½ hour hydrating facial; haircut with Fagan or Cathy
• Purchase $50 on products – get $5 coupon
847-318-5577 (tell them the Chamber referred you!)
WWW.ANTHONYVALENTINOSALONANDSPA.COM
Vive! Therapeutic
Massage "Stress Management (Hands on) Session" by Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Wellness Week presents "Stress Management (Hands On) Session-Mar. 25, 3pm
Tax season, job insecurity, family responsibilities, and ... so much to do in so little time. Are you finding that your daily commitments are strapping you down? Beware of stress and the physical and psychological effects it may have on your health. When under stress, the hormone, Cortisol, is increased. Under normal conditions this hormone is important to the proper functioning of the body. However, under stressful situations, this hormone is increased as a result of the body's "fight or flight" response to stress. If the body is not restored to its neutral level of cortisol through relaxation and stress management this high level of cortisol is sustained and over time, can be damaging to your body possibly resulting in high blood pressure and heart conditions. There are ways to control your response to stress and allowing your body to return to a state of homeostasis (balance).
To hear more about the effects of stress on the body and your muscles and to receive stress reduction tips and feel the effects of massage (free samples!), come to our Wellness Week "Stress Management (Hands On) Session" on Sunday, March 25 at 3pm at 1416 S. Canfield. Let go of the reins of stress and feel the freedom of being able to breathe more easily, relax and be in control of the daily bombardments of stress.
Terrace Gardens THE BOOMER GENERATION – WHAT YOU
NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Terrace Gardens Assisted Living and The Bethany Terrace will co-sponsor “The Boomer Generation: What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” on Saturday, March 31, from 10 am to 11 am.
Every 69 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease. Statistics show that over 10 million Baby Boomers are expected to develop it. Join us for an informative and stimulating workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association-Greater Illinois Chapter that focuses on normal age-related memory changes, the warning signs of more serious memory loss, and what you can do to help in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
There is no cost for this program; registration is required. “The Boomer Generation – What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” will be held at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 N. Waukegan Road in Morton Grove. To register, call 847.933.2413.
Oakton Breaking Ground
Oakton to Break Ground on Science and Health Careers Building
For the first time since its Des Plaines campus opened in 1980, Oakton Community College will kick off a major construction project at the site when it breaks ground on a $39 million Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m.
The 93,000-square-foot building, scheduled for completion in 2014, will launch the College’s $68.5 million five-year Facilities Master Plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2010.
Science and health career education has changed radically since the 1980s and enrollment in these programs has increased. Over time, Oakton’s existing science and health career facilities have become outdated and overcrowded. The new facility meets contemporary and emerging science and health career educational standards, and will house the College’s anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, earth science, medical laboratory technology, nursing, physics, and physical therapy assistant programs. Located on the northeast side of the existing campus, it will feature sophisticated labs; flexible, light-filled classrooms; enhanced technology; and abundant lab preparation and storage space.
The Science and Health Careers Building will celebrate the site’s natural highlights. Offices and student study spaces will provide optimum views of the lake, while windows in the corridors and classrooms will frame the surrounding forest. Oakton will seek Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for the facility, which will feature a number of “green” elements. The building will maximize solar heat gain and mitigate winter winds. A system that uses exhaust air to preheat and cool supply air will reduce heating Oakton Science and Health Careers Building and cooling loads, and occupancy sensors will regulate lighting. Daylight harvesting will bring natural light to 75 percent of the classrooms and the building façade will be self-shading.
The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road, with a reception immediately following.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
We received dozens of positive comments about the Chamber’s new logo! Thank you to all who responded.
We still have some space available at tomorrow’s fashion show luncheon benefiting the Park Ridge Community Fund. Held at The Summit of Uptown. Fashions by Chico’s and by Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique. Makeup by Linda Russo. Great raffle prizes! Call to reserve your spot today!
Don’t forget about our photo contest to have your photo on the cover of the Park Ridge Community Guide!
Did you know… Did you know:
• The Chamber has a scholarship committee putting together a scholarship program - Would you like to donate for it? Send in a check and say ‘Scholarship’ in the memo (and thank you!) – if everyone sent in $10, we’d have a great program to announce!
• Amberly Dressler from Where You Shop just joined the Chamber’s Newsletter Committee!
• Kalo Foundation is hosting a program tomorrow, 3/16, at the library at 10 a.m. regarding the cultural history of Park Ridge.
• Geri at Vive! Therapeutic Massage is having a Wellness Week Mar. 19 – 25 with $50 specials.
• The Chamber will march in the Memorial Day Parade – are you in? We’ll know our slot number by May 1.
• Carlucci hase ‘Van Gogh’ Vodka Night tonight 5:30 to 8 with comp tastings and ‘Van Gogh’ Signature Drinks for $5. 847.518.0990
• Corks for a Cure will be held Friday, May 4 at the Park Ridge Country Club in memory of Chris Diez. Chris served as choir director at St. Paul of the Cross for 15 years. The fundraiser, a wine tasting event, will include a silent auction and they are seeking donations.847.677.8273
• TriPilates is offering a spring tune-up March madness sale!
• A White Elephant Sale to benefit the Kalo Foundation will be held this Saturday March 17th from 9AM to 2PM at the Alphonso Iannelli Heritage Center, 255 N. Northwest Hwy. in Park Ridge. For info call Nancy at 847-698-9512.
• Rainbow Hospice has a Rainbow Raffle with a first prize of $10,000! Win With Rainbow Hotline at (847) 292-2355
Fashion Show Luncheon tomorrow The Spring Fling Fashion Show to benefit the Park Ridge Community Fund featuring spring fashions by Chico’s of Park Ridge and Kustum Kribs Baby Boutique and makeup by Linda Russo will be presented at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit (at Touhy) tomorrow, Friday, March 16, beginning at 11:30 a.m. A fabulous lunch will be served. $20pp
Kidwinks on WGN Check out Jean & Nina of kidwinks.com sharing some family-friendly St. Patrick’s Day events on WGN Midday News this past Tuesday. Stay tuned, they are going to be on ABC next Friday with some great Spring Break ideas, 11:45am if you want to catch them live.
Anthony Valentino Salon & Spa IT'S SPRING AT ANTHONY VALENTINO SALON AND SPA!
Exciting March Promotions:
• One hour massage with Alex for $49
• Salon & Spa package for $75 (half price!) includes ½ massage, ½ hour hydrating facial; haircut with Fagan or Cathy
• Purchase $50 on products – get $5 coupon
847-318-5577 (tell them the Chamber referred you!)
WWW.ANTHONYVALENTINOSALONANDSPA.COM
Vive! Therapeutic
Massage "Stress Management (Hands on) Session" by Vive! Therapeutic Massage
Wellness Week presents "Stress Management (Hands On) Session-Mar. 25, 3pm
Tax season, job insecurity, family responsibilities, and ... so much to do in so little time. Are you finding that your daily commitments are strapping you down? Beware of stress and the physical and psychological effects it may have on your health. When under stress, the hormone, Cortisol, is increased. Under normal conditions this hormone is important to the proper functioning of the body. However, under stressful situations, this hormone is increased as a result of the body's "fight or flight" response to stress. If the body is not restored to its neutral level of cortisol through relaxation and stress management this high level of cortisol is sustained and over time, can be damaging to your body possibly resulting in high blood pressure and heart conditions. There are ways to control your response to stress and allowing your body to return to a state of homeostasis (balance).
To hear more about the effects of stress on the body and your muscles and to receive stress reduction tips and feel the effects of massage (free samples!), come to our Wellness Week "Stress Management (Hands On) Session" on Sunday, March 25 at 3pm at 1416 S. Canfield. Let go of the reins of stress and feel the freedom of being able to breathe more easily, relax and be in control of the daily bombardments of stress.
Terrace Gardens THE BOOMER GENERATION – WHAT YOU
NEED TO KNOW ABOUT ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Terrace Gardens Assisted Living and The Bethany Terrace will co-sponsor “The Boomer Generation: What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” on Saturday, March 31, from 10 am to 11 am.
Every 69 seconds, someone develops Alzheimer’s disease. Statistics show that over 10 million Baby Boomers are expected to develop it. Join us for an informative and stimulating workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association-Greater Illinois Chapter that focuses on normal age-related memory changes, the warning signs of more serious memory loss, and what you can do to help in the fight against Alzheimer’s.
There is no cost for this program; registration is required. “The Boomer Generation – What You Need to Know about Alzheimer’s Disease” will be held at Terrace Gardens Assisted Living, 8415 N. Waukegan Road in Morton Grove. To register, call 847.933.2413.
Oakton Breaking Ground
Oakton to Break Ground on Science and Health Careers Building
For the first time since its Des Plaines campus opened in 1980, Oakton Community College will kick off a major construction project at the site when it breaks ground on a $39 million Science and Health Careers Building on Thursday, April 5 at 10 a.m.
The 93,000-square-foot building, scheduled for completion in 2014, will launch the College’s $68.5 million five-year Facilities Master Plan, approved by the Board of Trustees in December 2010.
Science and health career education has changed radically since the 1980s and enrollment in these programs has increased. Over time, Oakton’s existing science and health career facilities have become outdated and overcrowded. The new facility meets contemporary and emerging science and health career educational standards, and will house the College’s anatomy and physiology, biology, chemistry, earth science, medical laboratory technology, nursing, physics, and physical therapy assistant programs. Located on the northeast side of the existing campus, it will feature sophisticated labs; flexible, light-filled classrooms; enhanced technology; and abundant lab preparation and storage space.
The Science and Health Careers Building will celebrate the site’s natural highlights. Offices and student study spaces will provide optimum views of the lake, while windows in the corridors and classrooms will frame the surrounding forest. Oakton will seek Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification for the facility, which will feature a number of “green” elements. The building will maximize solar heat gain and mitigate winter winds. A system that uses exhaust air to preheat and cool supply air will reduce heating Oakton Science and Health Careers Building and cooling loads, and occupancy sensors will regulate lighting. Daylight harvesting will bring natural light to 75 percent of the classrooms and the building façade will be self-shading.
The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Oakton’s Des Plaines campus, 1600 East Golf Road, with a reception immediately following.
Contact Info Gail Haller
Executive Director
Park Ridge Chamber of Commerce
720 Garden Street
Park Ridge, IL 60068
phone: 847.825.3121
fax: 847.825.3122
facebook.com/ShopParkRidgeIL
www.parkridgechamber.org
Thank you to our Platinum members
1. Advocate Lutheran General Hospital and
Advocate Lutheran General Children's Hospital: 847.723.2210
2. All on the Road Catering & Bakery: 847.518.8958
3. AthletiCo Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy: 847-292-4710
4. Blufish Sushi Bistro: 847.720.4479
5. Comfort Inn O'Hare/Des Plaines: 847.635.1300
6. D'Agostino's Pizza & Pub: 847.518.8700
7. E.J. Coyne & Company Inc: 847.692.9077
8. Express Auto Center: 847.813.9469
9. Home Comfort Heating & Cooling: 847.824.4336
10. Houlihan's Restaurant: 847.692.6205
11. Jason's Deli: 847.823.0210
12. K.G.M. Plumbing, Inc.: 847.583.8988
13. LIN-MAR Motors: 847.965.4200
14. Mary Kay Beauty Consultant, Hilary Sopata: www.marykay.com/hilary
15. North South Masonry & Tuckpointing: 847.384.0917
16. Pangaea Tiling & Decorative Painting: 847.899.3539
17. Paul Davis Emergency Services: 847.692.5000
18. Periodontics of Niles: 847.685.6686
19. Responsive Management Solutions: 847.804.8800
20. Resurrection Health Care: 847.813.3210
21. Ross E. Rubino, D.D.S.P.C. & Associates: 847.825.1002
22. The Exercise Coach: 847.823.0035
23. Transition Brokers RE: 312.399.2490
24. Village Bank & Trust: 847-870-6007
25. Why Not Complete Home Improvement: 847-297-0101
26. You can be here!
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