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Video: 808s Work Out at Triangle Park

How many Rogers Park residents know about the new Par Course located at Triangle Park, located north of Howard Street, west of Paulina and east of Chicago Avenue? Special thanks to Jermaine and Jerrell Hawk, leaders of 808s Youth Dance Group, for showing rogerspark.com reporter Bob Spoerl how to work out in Triangle Park.. There's a cameo from Wyllie B. White Park Advisory Council President Paula Basta, too.
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Posted on May 12, 2012 | (0) Comments

Results of the 2012 Participatory Budgeting Election

The ballots are cast, the votes are counted, and the people have spoken...
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Posted on April 29, 2012

Rogers Park Builders Group Newsletter

Special Spring Newsletter The Rogers Park Builders Group posts its electronic newsletter quarterly, and the organization devotes considerable time and resources into being sure that it is timely, informative and oriented towards the goal of encouraging positive and sustainable growth in the community. This quarter's edition focuses on the challenges of Howard Street. To understand "The Street" from a real estate perspective, check out the RPBG Spring edition.
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Posted on April 27, 2012

Rogers Park Community Council’s Early Years: An Interview with Sandy and Carol Goldman

Rogers Park Community Council’s Early Years: An Interview with Sandy and Carol Goldman By Bob Spoerl This Spring, the “Rogers Park Community Council” reaches an important milestone, as it changes its name to Northside Community Resources. With this name change comes a change in its focus – a subject that we will explore in the third of this three part series about this notable Rogers Park non-profit.
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Posted on April 18, 2012

Apply now for wall space at 2012 Artist of the Wall Festival

rogerspark.com is proud to be the official site for one of Rogers Park's finest events: The 19th Annual Artist of the Wall Festival, Saturday June 16th and Sunday June 17th 2012. There are a limited number of spaces available, issued by the festival organizers on a "first come, first served" basis. Be part of an exciting and enjoyable Rogers Park ritual.
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Posted on April 05, 2012

What’s on this Year’s Participatory Budgeting Ballot

Join Alderman Moore for upcoming Neighborhood Assemblies (one in Spanish) unveiling what's on the ballot in the 49th Ward's "PB" election. Per Alderman Moore: "The meeting tonight is the latest step in my "Participatory Budgeting" process that gives 49th Ward residents the power to decide directly how to spend the Ward's $1.3 million "menu money"--discretionary funds received annually by each Chicago alderman for infrastructure improvements in their wards." Tuesday, April 3rd, 7:00 p.m, at the United Church of Rogers Park, 1545 W. Morse (at Ashland), 3rd Floor. Free parking is available across the street at the southwest corner of Ashland and Morse. Wednesday, April 4th, 7:00 p.m., at Chicago Math and Science Academy, 7212 N. Clark (just south of the Firehouse). Thursday, April 12th, at St. Jerome Church Parish Center, 1706 W. Lunt. (In Spanish)
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Posted on April 03, 2012

Chicago Parking Meter Lottery Proposal Explained

This video might help you get a better idea of the parking meter proposal story rogerspark.com broke.
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Posted on April 01, 2012

Gambling on More Chicago Parking Revenue?

Gambling on More Chicago Parking Revenue? By: Bob Spoerl & Mike Glasser It might soon pay to park in Chicago. Given that the city is still swimming in a pool of debt, Mayor Rahm Emanuel and his staff have come up with an enticing new way for Chicago to earn some extra cash. And, once again, it involves parking meters. I know what you’re thinking: Parking meters…again? Isn’t that the thing the city privatized a few years ago that’s now costing us millions? Well, we won’t be losing any more money thanks to the new parking meter plan. No, not at all. And one lucky winner a month will win a ‘lotto’ money.
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Posted on March 31, 2012

Questions For Democratic Candidates for State Representative, 14th District

To: Our esteemed candidates for the Democratic Nomination for State Representative, 14th District, State Rep. Kelly Cassidy and Paula Basta; Over the past weekend, we posed four questions to each of you, hoping that you can respond with answers on or before Thursday, 5:00PM, so that we can post them on our website before the coming weekend.
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Posted on March 16, 2012

ABOUT JUDICIAL ELECTIONS

Every couple years Rogers Park is flooded by judicial candidates seeking our votes. Selecting competent, experienced and independent judges is a serious matter. However, newspapers and broadcast media provide virtually no coverage or analysis of judicial candidates. The Chicago Tribune is expected to issue its endorsements in all judicial races soon, but for the most part the Trib’s coverage is limited to one paragraph of text concerning each race. Many individual candidates are ignored, mentioned in only one sentence, or listed in a sentence that starts: "Other candidates are: …" Since the Sun-Times apparently does not want to issue endorsements any more, do not look for any coverage there. What’s to do?
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Posted on March 02, 2012

Spotlight - ROGERS PARK BUILDERS GROUP

Spotlight - ROGERS PARK BUILDERS GROUP The Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG) was founded in 1993 by real estate professionals, independent property owners and financial institutions to help the community realize its potential. Joining with the more that 60 community groups in the area, RPBG has been a catalyst for initiatives ranging from neighborhood revitalization to obtaining exposure in the media for the area’s cultural, architectural, and artistic heritage. RPBG annually produces events that highlight successful efforts within the community and that encourage newcomers to participate in the continuing rejuvenation of Rogers Park. More about RPBG here
Posted on February 27, 2012

Building Paranoia in Rogers Park

Building Paranoia in Rogers Park By Larry Shure: A few years ago I found a great collection of essays in a book titled, Architecture of Fear (1997), which contained the article “Building Paranoia,” by Steven Flusty. It was adapted from a paper published for the Los Angeles Forum for Architecture in 1994 and develops a vocabulary for describing the kinds of spaces he saw being created throughout the L.A. region. I remember reading this chapter, shuddering, and being thankful that I don’t live in L.A. Read more at Larry's Blog: Ultra Local Geography
Posted on February 24, 2012

“Black Family Reunion”

“Black Family Reunion” Afrikan Heritage/Black History program at Loyola Park Celebrate the diverse elements of Black history and culture at this annual event with music, readings, and refreshments. Music, dance, interesting figures. Harold Bellamy , a BNICEH/IMPRUVE member who is a retired Buffalo soldier of the 6th Infantry, Black centenarian(s), return of Rufus Hunt, Tuskegee airman. Date: Sunday, February 26, 2012 Time: 12 to 4 p.m. Location: Loyola Park 1230 W. Greenleaf Ave. FREE For more information, contact Selena 773.761.7306
Posted on February 24, 2012

Two weeks after gang murders, a reason for youth to dance in Rogers Park

Two weeks after gang murders, a reason for youth to dance in Rogers Park By Bob Spoerl They jived and dipped and grooved and spun and yelled and swayed and made the wind at times seem a step behind. The “they” are creative dancers living and performing in Rogers Park. One night after the Grammy's, a group of young dancers from the neighborhood known as 808s -- the name is an ode to loud hip hop music, 808 being the penal code for noise violation -- teamed up with a professional dance company from the far North Side, Phoenix Rising, to produce a dance show called "Lover's Lane." It was only several weeks after two young men were shot and killed near Howard Street in Rogers Park.
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Posted on February 17, 2012

Loyola El station to be remodeled this summer:

Loyola El station to be remodeled this summer: McDonald’s and Harris Bank slated for demolition in plans for plaza: After nearly five years of planning, the renovation of the Loyola Red Line El station is scheduled to begin in late May, according to university officials. Construction will begin shortly after Loyola's commencement ceremonies. In a related project, the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) announced possible future plans to make Loyola a Red/Purple Line transfer station. Read the Loyola Phoenix Story Here
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Posted on February 16, 2012

2012 “Immigrants Aspire!” Scholarship Competition

2012 “Immigrants Aspire!” Scholarship Competition Elizabeth Walder, Esq., founder and President of Immigration Law Associates in Skokie, IL, has been helping foreign nationals achieve their immigration goals for more than 20 years. As a result, she understands the critical role of higher education in unlocking the door of opportunity for immigrant youth and their families. Yet financial concerns often stand in the way. To underscore her commitment to immigrant communities in and around Chicago, Mrs. Walder, with her attorneys and staff, is pleased to announce the “Immigrants Aspire!” scholarships and essay competition. Three scholarship awards – a grand prize of $2,000 and two runner-up prizes of $500 – will be payable directly to each winning student’s college or university. Winners will also be honored at a special reception and their essays will be featured on the Immigration Law Associates website.
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Posted on February 16, 2012

Cesar “Augusto” Izquierdo 5.22.57 - 2.11.12

Cesar “Augusto” Izquierdo 5.22.57 - 2.11.12 Though most people associate Rogers Park's famous Peruvian restaurant Taste of Peru with his more gregarious older brother Cesar, those of us who frequented the restaurant have always been charmed by Cesar's mellow younger brother, Augusto. Indeed, Augusto was the welcoming face at Taste of Peru for more than ten years. A quiet and gentle man who was always ready to make sure guests experienced the wonderful flavors of a family-owned Rogers Park eatery. Most would not get the opportunity to know that behind the efficient professional, was the heart of a man who worked hard every day to provide for his family back home in Peru. ....
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Posted on February 13, 2012

Tickets Available for Monday’s 808s “Lovers Lane” Performance

Come join 808s Youth Empowerment Thru Dance as they join the new Rogers Park based dance group, Phoenix Rising Chicago, for their first collaborative show. All proceeds benefit the 808s 808syouthdance.org You can see great dance and contribute to a great up and coming cause. Monday, February 13, 2012 Wyllie B. White Field House 1610 W. Howard Doors open 6:30PM .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Check this site to learn about ticket information, or join 808s email list by emailing “808syouthdance@rogerspark.com” to be notified once we start making advanced tickets available. Check out the video invite created by the 808s.
Posted on February 08, 2012

Buried Treasure in a Bookshelf

Buried Treasure in a Bookshelf By Bob Spoerl, for rogerspark.com Rogers Park handyman Michael Cain (no, not Michael Caine, the famous English actor) has helped renovate plenty of homes and fixed plenty of broken items in his nearly 25 years owning and operating “Mike’s Home Repair” on Chicago’s North Side. While every project is unique, one of his recent repairs sticks out like a diamond in the rough. “Nothing like this has ever happened,” Cain said, referring to what he found on-site several weeks ago. Cain and his crew were tearing down a bookcase in an old Rogers Park coach house. What happened next would have titillated your inner pawnbroker: six pistols, assorted jewelry and collectable coins were found stashed away inside the decaying book storage unit. It’s one of those eerie, exciting happenings when you don’t know if it’s appropriate to jump for joy or call the cops.
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Posted on February 08, 2012

RPBizArts Networking Breakfast - Green Spirit

RPBizArts Networking Breakfast - Green Spirit Eating healthy foods has never been so delicious and easy. Learn how to prepare a variety of dishes for daily breakfasts, lunches, and dinners. Learn about raw foods and how adding even a small amount of raw foods to your diet can get you on the path to feeling your best. Rogers Park BizArts meetings are open to all local artists, businesses and community residents. Wednesday, February 8, 2012 7:30 to 9 a.m. Green Spirit - 7551 N. Ridge Blvd. Cost is $5. Payment is optional for members and advertisers of the events’ co-hosts: the Rogers Park Business Alliance and rogerspark.com. Also, we encourage you to bring a canned good that will be distributed to deserving local pantries. Bring a neighbor and a couple of friends!
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Posted on February 06, 2012

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