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Felines Inc. working to raise $380,000
Chicago, Ill., July 26, 2011 – Felines Inc., a cageless, no-kill cat shelter is responding to the needs of the community and its animal residents by taking on a renovation and addition project to its current location. The renovation, scheduled to begin in September, will add an extra 3,500 square feet to the shelter located in Chicago’s Rogers Park neighborhood. The non-profit organization has raised funds by applying for grants, holding fundraising events and attending nearby neighborhood street fairs for the past several months, but is still in need of $380,000 to complete the renovation and cover normal operational fees.
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Posted on August 04, 2011
Member Spotlight - Attorney Denise DeBelle
I have fifteen years experience in state and federal court and in a variety of administrative forums. I am proud of my successes in assisting those whose rights have been violated!
Education, Memberships, Awards, and Community Service
♦ J.D., IIT-Kent College of Law
♦ B.A. (Urban Planning), University of Illinois, Urbana
♦ Member, National Employment Lawyers Association - Illinois
♦ Member, Chicago Bar Association, Illinois State Bar Association
♦ Certificate of Recognition from the Illinois House of Representatives for efforts in
passing House Bill 2030 (1998)
♦ Board member, Rogers Park Business Alliance (2009- present )
• Member, Business Partners for Uptown and West Ridge Chamber of Commerce
• President, Indian Boundary Park Advisory Council (2007-2008)
• Pro bono attorney, Amicus Polonia (10+ years)
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Posted on August 01, 2011
The End of an Era North of Howard
North Howard Neighbors Association: In the fall of 1987, Sister Cecilia Fandel of the Servants of Mary Order (founded in 1233 in Florence, Italy) arrived at the Howard Area Community Center to begin her service to the residents of the North of Howard community. It would be the beginning of a 24 year commitment that officially ended with her retirement at the end of June 2011. Over the years, Sister Cecilia has been a dedicated 'community activist' providing leadership, direction and spiritual guidance to thousands of residents. Our neighborhood would be a far different place were it not for her work and commitment over the years.
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Posted on July 28, 2011
Chez Violette offers a taste of Haiti
By Megan Millard for rogerspark.com
Violetta Adrien always had a passion for cooking, and Chez Violette, a restaurant located at 2311 West Howard Street specializing in Haitian food that she owns with her husband, Samson is simply a dream come true.
But the story behind this couple and their restaurant extends further back than its opening date, December 3, 2010. Violetta’s love for cooking came at an early age in her native country of Haiti, where it is traditional for the oldest girl to cook for her family.
“When people eat and compliment her food, she likes it,” Samson said.
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Posted on July 21, 2011
Rogers Park Resident Named New Director for UIC African-American Cultural Center
UIC NAMES NEW DIRECTOR FOR AFRICAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL CENTER
Lori Barcliff Baptista, an interdisciplinary scholar and artist whose
work has focused on addressing social issues in minority communities,
has been named director of the African-American Cultural Center of the
University of Illinois at Chicago. The appointment, subject to approval
by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees, is effective August 1.
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Posted on July 21, 2011
Rogers Park Builders Group Newsletter - Summer 2011
Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG) is a non-profit grassroots organization that serves as a networking resource for landlords, real estate professionals, and developers. The mission of RPBG is to promote responsible ownership, property management, development, and maintain affordability within a dynamic and ethnically and financially diverse community.
Our newsletter is produced three times a year and reaches over 1600 people familiarizing them with opportunities and success within our unique and diverse neighborhood. CLICK HERE TO READ NEWSLETTER
Posted on July 18, 2011
Rogers Park students join the American Cancer Society
CHICAGO - July 8, 2011 - Selected Illinois students are trading in their
bathing suit and sun block for a lab coat and test tubes. Two local juniors,
Madalina Bic attending Lane Tech College Prep School and Sadeka Ismail,
attending Amundsen High School, will both spend their summer conducting
cancer research. Interested in pursuing a career in science, Bic and Ismail
will get an early start with the American Cancer Society’s Summer High
School Research Program
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Posted on July 12, 2011
Rogers Park harvests plan for open land that could become urban farm
Densely and diversely populated, could Rogers Park on the city’s North Side soon be the site of an urban farm? It’s an idea getting a serious push, and deservedly so. Capital to build on vacant lots is hard to come by, so why not use the land to grow produce and teach agricultural and business skills? Rogers Park could get a farm at 7501 N. Ashland, a two-acre site that 20 years ago was the home of Lerner Newspapers. Royal Bank of Canada is foreclosing on the land. The city invited developer proposals for the property a few years ago, but nobody responded. Get the entire Sun-Times article here>>
Posted on July 07, 2011
SP Kebab offers taste of Europe
By Megan Millard for rogerspark.com. It’s not a gyro place. In fact, it’s not even a place you could compare to the hundreds and hundreds of other restaurants in Chicago. Tucked away in at the intersection of Pratt and Sheridan with vacant lots on either side, SP Kebab offers a taste of Europe that its owners say is unique.
Peter and his wife decided to open the restaurant together. “One of the first things we did was we painted the walls orange,” she said. “We didn’t have any signs or advertisements outside that we were opening soon.”
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Posted on July 01, 2011
Volunteer Opportunities-RPCC
The Rogers Park Community Council has formed a Nominating Committee to gather volunteers for service as Board members for either RPCC or the Rogers Park Development Corporation (a wholly owned subsidiary of RPCC). The Nominating Committee members for 2011 are Lorraine Dostal, Dick Gregory and Sarah Lisy.More…
Posted on July 01, 2011
North Side’s Small Business Development Fund Gets Rolling
After she and her husband invested over $70,000 into their start up car detailing business, Rolling Clean Car Wash, Mrs. Denise Buckman-Morris and her husband Kevin Morris were almost ready to open their doors. However, they realized they needed some working capital to get the operation off the ground. Having been members of the North Side Community Federal Credit Union (North Side) in the Uptown neighborhood for several years, they became aware of the new Small Business Development Fund (SBDF). In June 2011, they closed on a $15,000 loan to help with marketing, salary and general operation costs for the business, which is located in Chicago’s Austin Community.
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Posted on July 01, 2011
Check out Mary’s Bao’s and Neil Lifton’s latest Video
Posted on June 29, 2011
Member Feature
Smarty Pets Inc. is owned and operated by Rogers Park resident, Tyra Schutt. Tyra has over 35 years of animal care experience, beginning as a child in rural America. She has trained and cared for dogs, horses, cattle, cats, rabbits, rats, mice, gerbils, hamsters, as well as many other small furry creatures! “Animals are very intuitive,” she says. “They can see through the surface to the real you. This helps in caring for pets, because they know they are going to be loved and cared for.” Learn more about Smarty Pets right here>>
Posted on June 27, 2011
Rogers Park Community Council - Lakefront News
Welcome to Issue No. 3 of the Rogers Park Community Council's Lakefront News, bringing you monthly news for and about our local nonprofit community and the people we serve. In this edition, we have some exciting news regarding one of our former Victim Advocacy Support Program clients, Monica. Read Issue #3 right here>>
Posted on June 23, 2011
2011 Artist of the Wall Festival
"We are pleased to announce the theme for our 18th Annual Artists of the Wall Festival. May the "Wall of Dreams" be all you wish for! Our 18th annual Father's Day Weekend event will occur over the weekend of June 18th and 19th. Applications for space reservations may be downloaded at this site, rogerspark.com, or picked up at the Loyola Park Fieldhouse, 1230 W. Greenleaf."
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Posted on June 14, 2011
A Neighborhood Success Story Beat 2431 CAPS
Loyola Park, a twenty acre gem in the Chicago Park District, is one of the 49th Ward’s many treasures. As with many treasures, there is often a dark side. Along with its excellent beach, large park area and recreational facilities, Loyola Park was becoming dangerous. It was plagued by group drinking, drug dealing, petty theft, prostitution and assaults. From May to November overnight camps, of people too drunk or unwilling to find their way back to their apartments, were set up behind bushes, under trees and out on the beach. A community park was becoming lost to the community. Read the rest here>>
Posted on June 08, 2011
Concert in the Park - Tonight
Concert in the Park!
June 10, 2011 6:30-10PM
Touhy Park, 7348 N. Paulina, Chicago IL 60626
773-262-6737
Featuring:
The White Saddle Band,
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Posted on June 08, 2011
Loyola Farmers Market - Monday’s Thru Oct.
The Loyola University Chicago Farmer’s Market seeks to increase the consciousness of the relationship between people and the environment by demonstrating to consumers where their food comes from and promote the benefits of access to locally grown food, supporting the local food economy, the small family farm, and sustainable agriculture practices that result in fertile lands. The Loyola Farmers’ Market builds upon the existing community spirit of pride and vitality as residents come together to enjoy a shared experience and promote an environmentally sustainable way of living. Get all the info RIGHT HERE>>
Posted on June 06, 2011
DIVIDE AND DONATE SPRING SALE - SUNDAY, JUNE 5
It's not too late to contribute to the success of this sale!
Donations accepted until June 3 -- Location: 1434 W. Greenleaf
Pots and tags available for you to prepare your donations.
As you walk your garden this Spring and plan out the season, before throwing that invasive fern into the compost pile, pop it in a pot and donate it for the RPGG's Spring Sale, "Divide and Donate." So come out of the shed, you trowel digging garden enthusiasts and help the RPGG's plant sale with your extra plants! The garden you may be helping with your fern donation could be the parkway across the street from you!
Plant donations will be accepted through June 3 at 1434 W. Greenleaf. Pots will be available at same location if needed. All plants can be left by the west side of the garage.
When donating plants, please leave a description of the plant (name, color, whether it's a shade or sun plant, etc.) and your name. You can also email the information to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)or respond through the RPGG web site.
Posted on June 01, 2011
Glenwood Sunday Market - This Weekend!
The last Winter Market of the season gave us a taste of what is to come this summer! Freshly picked asparagus from Hardin Family Farms in Michigan, watercress from Oriana's Orchard, eggs from the best fed chickens in Illinois from Midnight Sun (Nick says he is going to start feeding the chickens flax seed), and amazing mushrooms from River Valley. And that is just a sampling of what was available.
For vegatable gardeners, there were beautiful starter heirloom tomato and herb plants, fertile compost and more.
And let's not forget about the TREATs from Katherine Anne Confections and amazing baked goods from Bennisons Bakery among others.
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Posted on May 31, 2011
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