Rogers Park in 1,000 words: April 2012

Sunday, April 29, 2012

1401 W. Sherwin Avenue Chicago, IL. 60626

1401 W. Sherwin Avenue

Chicago, IL. 60626

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Saturday, April 28, 2012

Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce Spring Kick-Off 2012

Speakers and hosts of the 2012 Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce Spring Kick-Off

About the Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce:

Our mission is to provide leadership and representation in order to benefit the members operating businesses in the Rogers Park community.

Our vision is to guide businesses, service organizations and individuals to establish new businesses and promote existing businesses within the Rogers Park community. To create and stimulate an orderly economic growth, thereby enriching Rogers Park's diverse population.

The Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce supports the economic development of Rogers Park businesses by encouraging residents to spend their money in our stores and restaurants through our Shop Local campaign.

We encourage visitors to dine and shop Rogers Park via tourism with our many events at local restaurants, cafes and independently owned shops. We are cultivating tradition, which is a major factor in community-building, with our Annual events including our Chamber Art Auction, Anniversary celebrations and the upcoming annual Taste of Rogers Park.

You can call or stop by anytime to join us in making Rogers Park a better place to live, work and visit.

Sincerely,

Bill Morton
Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce
(773) 850-0049

Photography by Bill's Digital Photos

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Friday, April 27, 2012

Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce April 2012 Newsletter

Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce Newsletter

April 2012 | Issue No.4

Our mission is to provide leadership and representation in order to benefit the members operating businesses in the Rogers Park community.

Our vision is to guide businesses, service organizations and individuals to establish new businesses and promote existing businesses within the Rogers Park community. To create and stimulate an orderly economic growth, thereby enriching Rogers Park's diverse population.

The Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce supports the economic development of Rogers Park businesses by encouraging residents to spend their money in our stores and restaurants through our Shop Local campaign.

We encourage visitors to dine and shop Rogers Park via tourism with our many events at local restaurants, cafes and independently owned shops. We are cultivating tradition, which is a major factor in community-building, with our Annual events including our Chamber Art Auction, Anniversary celebrations and the upcoming annual Taste of Rogers Park.

You can call or stop by anytime to join us in making Rogers Park a better place to live, work and visit.

Sincerely,

Bill Morton
Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce
(773) 850-0049

2012 Networking Kick-Off event
Rogers Park Chamber Spring networking event

On April 27th, 2012 We will be kicking off our networking events at Quest Network Services with guest speakers:

Ines Kinchen from Send Out Cards will speak about appreciation marketing for your business.

Anwar Thomas of Northstar Lottery Group will speak about how the Illinois State Lottery can benefit your storefront business.

CISSP Ben Pavalon will give a short presentation on internet security for your business with a Q&A afterwords

Hosted by Mark Finley, RPCC event coordinator and MC'd by Bishop James Alan Wilkowski, RPCC Treasurer.

Bill's Digital Photos and the Multi-Facet Network will be photographing and broadcasting our events live.

Coffee and light snacks will be provided from 5 pm - 8 pm.

Quest Network Services
7301 N. Sheridan Road Chicago, IL. 60626
(773) 761-3555

Fresh Start Monday's a Success!
New RPCC program to Clean-Up Rogers Park

The Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce's new Fresh Start Program titled "Fresh Start Mondays" had it's first events earlier this month. The fresh start is in reference to refreshing the cleanliness and safety of our community. Neighbors gathered to pick up litter and trash...

To support local businesses Quest Network Services, Shambhala Meditation Center, Sheridan Chase Food Mart and The Lighthouse Tavern by refreshing neglected neighboring property at 7315 N. Sheridan Road.

For the second Fresh Start Mondays event, Chamber members and volunteers cleaned up Jarvis Plaza on Jarvis Avenue.

Businesses that benefited from our second event were East View Grocery, Greenview Smart Cleaners, Goods for Less, Jarvis Coin Laundry, Jarvis/Greenview Currency Exchange, Jarvis Grill, Luzzat Restaurant and even the Alderman's office.

Fresh Start Mondays are scheduled for every first and third Monday of the month, all year long. You can join the Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce in freshening Rogers Park up!... for a cleaner and safer neighborhood with less litter, debris and contaminants on our sidewalks, streets and beaches.

Just give us a call at (773) 850-0049.

Our next Fresh Start Monday event will be on Monday, May 7th, 2012 from 6 pm - 7 pm at Ravenswood Center (Devon near Ravenswood Avenue).

Quick Links

RPCC website
RPCC on facebook
RPCC twitter

Upcoming events

Spring Kick-Off event

Friday, April 27th, 2012
5pm - 8pm

Guest speakers: Ines Kinchen - Send Out Cards, Anwar Thomas - Northstar Lottery Group and CCISP Ben Pavalon

Quest Network Services
7301 N. Sheridan Road
Chicago, IL. 60626

Fresh Start Monday

Monday, May 7th, 2012
6 pm - 7 pm

The fresh start is in reference to refreshing the cleanliness and safety of our community.

Gloves and cleaning materials will be supplied.

Ravenswood Center
1754 W. Devon Avenue
Chicago, IL. 60660

Complimentary Wine Tasting

Monday, April 30th, 2012
6 pm - 7:30 pm

Wine should not intimidate, it should be enjoyed. Taste offers good wine at a good price and a knowledgeable staff of good people.

Taste Food & Wine
1506 W. Jarvis Avenue
Chicago, IL. 60626

The members and board of the Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce feel strongly about and believe in our organization. We personally walk our neighborhood to visit every business in Rogers Park on a regular basis. If a struggling mom-and-pop shop needs a fundraiser, If a new business needs to be introduced to our community, The Rogers Park Chamber of Commerce represents and supports Rogers Park business.

Download and print our membership application to join us and enjoy our benefits.

Join Our Mailing List!

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Wednesday, April 25, 2012

Sherwin on the Lake

Sherwin on the Lake (photo taken from Jarvis Beach)

Sherwin on the Lake

1205 W. Sherwin Avenue

Chicago, IL. 60626

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Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Viaduct

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Shawn on the Rocks

A photo shoot of Shawn Tennant on the Jarvis Beach Rocks

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Rock-A-Bye Home Child Care

Monday thru Friday and Before & After School Care

6 Weeks to 12 Years (773) 406-8979

"There can be no place like home for your child, but finding a great in-home child care can be the next best thing." We have a warm and friendly environment with two shifts that are flexible to your work hours. We provide meals during the time your child will be in our care, and we care for children from 6 weeks - 12 years old. In some cases, we can arrange to pick your child up after school and bring them to the child care".

source: Care.com

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Tip Pitcher at Charmers Cafe

Tip Pitcher

cash preferred

thanks

Charmers Cafe
1500 W. Jarvis Avenue
Chicago, IL. 60626

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Monday, April 23, 2012

Lakeside Treasures

Lakeside Treasures
1520 W. Jarvis Avenue
Chicago, IL. 60626

"Great little shop, wondered in 5 years ago and can't help but keep going back. Betty, the owner and her volunteer staff of neighborhood locals are some of the most friendliest people you could hope to meet.

This shop is a treasure trove for the lovers of old pine funiture and bric a brac. You really have to spend time in this store to see everything. It's so attractively arranged that it's like entering someone's home".

source: CBSLocal.com

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Sunday, April 22, 2012

Morse Avenue

Mayne Stage and J.B. Alberto's Pizza on Morse Avenue

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Saturday, April 21, 2012

Rogers Park on 190 North

Did you catch the Rogers Park feature on 190 North tonight?

It featured the following businesses and organizations:

Taste of Peru - 6545 N. Clark Street Chicago, IL 60626
773-381-4540

Loyola Campus - 6525 N. Sheridan Road Chicago, IL 60626
773-274-3000

The Armadillo's Pillow - 6753 N. Sheridan Road Chicago, IL 60626
773-761-2558

Mayne Stage - 1328 W. Morse Avenue Chicago, IL 60626
773-381-4554

Heartland Café - 7000 N. Glenwood Avenue Chicago, IL 60626
773-465-8005

Emil Bach House - 7415 N. Sheridan Road Chicago, IL. 60626

Lost Eras - 1511 W. Howard Street Chicago, IL 60626
773-764-7400

Cobbler's Shoe Repair - 1424 W. Morse Avenue Chicago, IL 60626
773-764-5906

Caribbean American Bakery - 1539 W. Howard Street Chicago, IL 60626
773-761-0700

Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical Society - 1447 W. Morse Avenue Chicago, IL 60626
773-764-4078

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