AUGUST, 2010 – GENERAL MEETING:
The Chamber’s August, 2010 General Meeting will be held on Thursday, August 5th, at 8:00 a.m. at Myron & Phil Steak and Seafood restaurant (3900 W. Devon Ave.). The Chamber would like to thank Mark Freedman for hosting this meeting and Dennis Hammer and Kate Gallagher from North Shore Community Bank & Trust and for hosting our July, 2010 general meeting.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ MEETING:
The next Board of Directors’ meeting will be held on Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 4:00 PM at the Edgebrook Public Library, 5331 W. Devon Avenue (312) 744-8313. Thanks again to Kathryn Panares for providing us with our meeting room.
2010 EDGEBROOK FESTIVAL RECAP:
As you all know, our annual Edgebrook Festival was held on Friday, July 23rd and Saturday, July 24th. Unfortunately, weather dealt us a bad hand and the festival had to shutdown on Friday for an extended period of time due to very heavy rainfall and the threat of lightning. The festival did finally resume and patrons listened to some great music. As the festival ended for the night, it started to rain again, and before you knew it, a near monsoon hit the region which lasted all night and into the early morning on Saturday. There was concern the weather would affect the Saturday turnout of a record number of artisan and crafters registered to participate in the festival. However, around 8:00 am the weather finally broke into bright sunshine and 90% of the artisan and crafters that had signed up for the festival decided to participate.
2010 saw a change in the festival layout which was very well received. The Music Stage was moved to far end of N. Kinzua Avenue in the cul-de-sac. This helped to draw patrons through the artisan booth areas, the Kids Corner and the beverage and food courts. The Kids Corner was situated in Essence Med Spa’s parking lot to achieve a safer and more secure location for the family-oriented activities. Hats off to Jenise Celestin and Swedish Covenant Hospital for their willingness to coordinate the Kids Corner activities this year and it is a fun experience for neighborhood families. Although no additional rain fell on Saturday, it was quite hot and humid as a result of the prior day’s rain. Attendance was down and food and beverage sales suffered as a result. The weather conditions probably forced some people to stay in their air-conditioned homes.
The festival committee would like also like to thank Pat Lyons, our music coordinator, for putting together an outstanding lineup of musicians. Unlike other localfestivals, the musicians that play at our festival have deep roots in Edgebrook, they understand the importance of this event, and they play for a fraction of the price they could demand elsewhere. Many thanks also go out to Mark Freedman from Myron & Phil Steak and Seafood restaurant for coordinating the food vendors.
We would also like to thank our Platinum sponsors:
* Swedish Covenant Hospital
* Marti Corcoran – Century 21 McMullen
* Barb Eastman - Happy Foods
* Joseph Mullarkey Distributors
Last, but certainly not least, the chamber owes a deep debt of gratitude to a dedicated group of volunteers who gave up a good chunk of their weekend, weathered downpours, heat and humidity to make this festival a success. Without their help, the festival could never get off the ground:
Mamie Andry, Wright College
Yvonne Antonacchi, Koenig & Strey – Real Living
Susanne Chakos, Egan/Vance Insurance
Marla Cohen, Greenlawn Landscaping, Inc.
Marti Corcoran, Century 21 – McMullen
Kate Gallagher, North Shore Community Bank & Trust
Marilyn Henry, Edgebrook Massage Therapy
Jillian Holly, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney
Joseph Kalal, Kalal Chiropractic
Joseph Karson, City of Chicago, a true friend
Jan Kupiec, Baird & Warner – Near Northwest
Harriet Luden, Donna’s Garden
Tom Madiar, a great son
Deneen Obuchowski, Freelance Graphic Artist
Maria Orszula, Monastero’s Ristorante
Mary Lou and Jim Quinn, BQS Realty, Inc
Geri Schock, Palladinetti & Associates
Jim Schultz, Attorney at Law
Julie A. Schultz, Koenig & Strey – Real Living
WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS!
Mia Figlia: Edgebrook’s newest restaurant located at 5304 W. Devon Avenue recently opened to rave revues! Mia Figlia’s has an excellent menu that will please anyone’s appetite and they also offer a variety of discounts that won’t hurt your pocket book either. Owner John Boudouvas would love to have you stop in and dine in a relaxed and attentive atmosphere. Check out their menu on their website at: www.mialigliachicago.com or call them at (773) 792-8300 for reservations.
Peak Performance Health Care: Peak Performance is health and wellness center that offers chiropractic, nutrition, physical therapy and rehabilitation services, as well as posture screening and x-rays when required. Call either Dr. Thea Basler or Stephanie Magoon for an appointment at (773) 631-1110 or visit their website at: www.pphcc.com.
2010- 2011 BOARD OF DIRECTORS’ SLATE:
The process of approving a new slate of Officers and Directors for the 2010-2011 year is almost over. If you have the devotion and the dedication that is necessary to be an active volunteer, please contact the Chamber.
CITY OF CHICAGO LITTER NOTICE:
Each year, the City of Chicago must use millions of taxpayer dollars to clean-up litter. Refuse can cause neighborhoods and business districts to look run down and deteriorated. The City has implemented an aggressive anti-littering program to alert people to help eliminate this problem and allow these funds to be targeted to more productive uses. You can down load the info at: www.cityofchicago.org/streetsandsanitation.
WEBSITE ADVERTISEMENTS:
The Chamber’s Website Business Card advertising program continues to be a smashing success. Already, twenty-four (24) businesses have taken advantage of this program. Ample room has been created on the web site to accommodate many more. For a nominal charge of $100 for one (1) calendar year (less than $8.50 per month), your business card will be posted on the front-page of the chamber’s website. In addition, if your business has a website, one simply has to double-left click on your business card, and BOOM, they are transported to your website instantly!
CHICAGO SIGN AMNESTY PROGRAM:
From April 15th through October 15, 2010, the City of Chicago’s Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection is offering its Chicago Sign Permit Amnesty program to any existing business with an existing sign, canopy, awning, marquee or banner that advertises that business at that business location. If you apply for the correct permits you need during the amnesty period, your fees will be waived for the first year. Visit their website at: www.cityofchicago.org/bacp.
BREAKFAST WITH YOUR LEGISLATORS:
On September 30, 2010 (7:00 – 9:00 AM), the Edgebrook, Edison Park, Norwood Park, and Portage Park Chambers of Commerce will co-host the annual “Breakfast with your Legislators” event at Café Touche, 6731 N. Northwest Highway. 41st Ward Alderman Brian Doherty, Illinois Senator Ira Silverstein, Illinois State Representatives John D’Amico and Michael McAuliffe and Cook County Commissioner Peter Silvestri are among the local and state elected officials who will attend. Contact Rita McGovern, (773) 631-0063 to register.
MULTI-CHAMBER PROGRESSIVE LUNCHEON:
The Gladstone Park and Edgebrook Chambers of Commerce are co-hosting a “Progressive Luncheon” on Thursday, September, 16, 2010 (11:00 am – 2:00 pm) at The Lido restaurant (5504 N. Milwaukee Avenue). The luncheon format will entail you sitting at different tables during various meal courses so you can meet new business people and make new contacts. The cost is an economical $20.00 per person. For more details, call Gladstone’s executive director Gail Goles at (773) 775-8871 for reservations.
TRANSFERRING ASSETS TO BENEFICIARIES:
There are many good reasons to transfer your assets, however, unnecessary taxes, penalties, asset limitations and reporting deadlines could run you afoul without the proper advice and preparation. Our own Jillian Holly and Jeffery Curio of The Hartman-Curio Group will be holding a seminar on this subject on Wednesday, August, 25, 2010 (5:00 pm) at Max and Erma’s (461 Waukegan Road, Brookside Plaza, Northbrook, IL) This is an important subject we should all know more about and it is also a free chamber-sponsored seminar that includes a complimentary light dinner. Please RSVP to Joni Sharkey at (847) 831-7942 by Monday, August 23, 2010.
CALENDAR OF UPCOMING EVENTS:
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5TH (8:00 AM)
General Membership Meeting
Myron & Phil Steak and Seafood Restaurant
3900 W. Devon Avenue, Lincolnwood, Illinois
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28, 2010 (8:30 AM)
SWAP Business District Clean-Up
N. Kinzua Aveue
Just east of the METRA tracks & north of W. Devon Ave.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2ND (8:00 AM)
General Membership Meeting
East of Edens Restaurant
6348 N. Cicero Avenue
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH (11:00 AM START)
Multi-Chamber Progressive Luncheon
The Lido Restaurant and Banquet Hall
5504 N. Milwaukee Avenue
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 16TH (4:00 PM)
Board of Directors’ Meeting
Edgebrook Branch Chicago Public Library
5331 W. Devon Avenue
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH (8:30 AM START)
Northwest SideLegislative Breakfast
Café Touche restaurant
6731 N. Northwest Highway
GENERAL MEETING AGENDA – AUGUST 5, 2010
Call to order: Julie A. Schultz
Introductions: All in Attendance
Prior Meeting Minutes: Marilyn Henry
Treasurer’s Report: Marilyn Henry
Parking Lot Report: Bob Madiar
OLD BUSINESS:
2010 Edgebrook Festival Recap: Julie A. Schultz
2010 Board of Directors’ Slate: Julie A. Schultz
LEGISLATIVE LIAISON: David Wians, State Farm Insurance
NEW BUSINESS:
SWAP Clean-Up Date: Susanne Chakos
* August 28, 2010
Multi-Chamber Progressive Luncheon: Bob Madiar
* Thursday, September 16, 2010
2010 Northwest Side Legislative Breakfast: Bob Madiar
* Thursday, September 30, 2010
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