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Upcoming @ Mess Hall
This is the announcement list for Mess Hall, an experimental cultural center in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago. Mess Hall hosts a printed matter archive, exhibitions, workshops, lectures, public projects, actions, events, meals, and more.More…
Come get lucky this Friday the 13th!
FREE Roges Park Singles Party
Poitin Stil.
1502 W Jarvis
Chicago, Il
Hosted by Yvonne Carns
Be there or be square. 8PM.
Everyone's welcome.
Come on out and have some fun!
Free snacks. Games. Prizes.
Posted by Charlie on August 12, 2010
SHAMBHALA MEDITATION CENTER SELECTS NEW CENTER DIRECTOR
The Shambhala Meditation Center has been a quiet force in the east Rogers Park community since 1996. This past May, for the first time in its nearly twenty-year history, the SMC has a full-time Director, Mr. Tom Adducci. Tom was previously the Director of the Minneapolis Shambhala Center. Tom is a Chicago native.More…
Posted by Charlie on August 04, 2010
Emergency fundraiser to save Bill Morton’s dog Rock N’ Roll
This afternoon my dog Rock N Roll was attacked by a large german shepard. Rock N Roll was grabbed by the neck and shaken. After the attack, Rock N. Roll lost the movement of his legs and he needs to be treated by a specialist for spinal injuries immediately to walk again. the hospital stated that every hour counts in this kind of situation Rock N Roll is currently at: VCA Misener-Holley Animal Hospital 1545 W. Devon Avenue Chicago, IL. 60660 773 743-3322 under the care of Medical Director, Katie Baldwin, DVM The current estimate is $450.00 for the initial emergency treatment and it is estimated that the neurologist will cost several thousand dollars. Please call me immediately or contact the Animal Hospital directly to save Rock N. Roll. 773 824-7400. thank you, - Bill
Posted by Charlie on July 16, 2010
Morse/Glenwood Streetscape Update
A strike by the Laborers' and Operating Engineers' unions has halted work on construction sites throughout the Chicago area, including the Morse/Glenwood Streetscape project.
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Posted by Charlie on July 14, 2010
Glenwoood Sunday Market to open This Sunday!
The Glenwood Sunday Market will open for the season June 6th! How exciting is it that Rogers Park's new farmers' market will be among the greenest markets in the City of Chicago?
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Posted by Charlie on June 01, 2010
Spring Thing 2010 @ Greenleaf Art Center
2010 Group show and open studio event. Friday May 21st, 6:00 - 10:00 PM
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Posted by Charlie on May 17, 2010
“Trash” to Treasure Free Swap - Spring 2010
1615 W. Howard Street
Drop-Off Only: Saturday, May 15 Noon-4pm
“Free Shop”: Sunday, May 16 2pm-6pm (Preview Noon-2pm for ticket holders who donated on Saturday)
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Posted by Charlie on April 29, 2010
Morse and Glenwood to Receive Facelift This Year
New streetlights, sidewalks and planter boxes will grace Morse and Glenwood. In addition, Morse Avenue will be resurfaced and the sidewalks on Glenwood will be widened for greater pedestrian access. The brick pavers that now exist on the western side of Glenwood will remain in the traffic lanes.More…
Posted by Charlie on March 19, 2010
What Mary Jo Taught Me About Dating - Mike Glasser
Long term Executive Director of the Rogers Park West Ridge Historical Society, Mary Jo Doyle, a friend of mine who died two years ago, once taught me an important rule, one which people ought to follow their entire lives. Ask anyone who knows me: not only to do I consistently abide by this rule, but I constantly remind people who are important to me, i.e. my kids, or people on whom I rely, i.e. my office manager, my property managers, my bookie, to adhere to it.more...
Posted by Charlie on February 25, 2010
An open letter to Ald Moore - North Howard Neighbors Association - Update: Ald Moore Responds
The North Howard Neighbors Association is in the process or carefully reviewing the DevCorp/Rogers Park Business Alliance Plan.More…
Posted by Charlie on February 24, 2010
Community News from EveryBlock
Real Estate, Business and Crime news...
Posted by Charlie on February 19, 2010
An Ethnic Mix Keeps It Funky in Chicago - New york Times
HOW does Rogers Park, a neighborhood on the northern edge of Chicago, stay funky? The secret is geography. The area lies beyond the end of Lake Shore Drive; most east-west streets dead-end into beaches, and there’s no quick way to get downtown. continue reading at nyt.
Posted by Charlie on February 07, 2010
Super Betting, Illinois Style!
Super Bowl time is upon us, and over the next day we will all experience the joys and trappings of our newest American tradition: watching and judging pricey commercials; negotiating our way around awesome, but usually unhealthy displays of food, and, of course, the betting. continue reading here
Posted by Charlie on February 06, 2010
Call for Gardening Grant Proposals – Adopt the Public Way - Deadline Feb 15th
The Rogers Park Garden Group (RPGG) is delighted to make available a limited number of public gardening grants up to $1000 for the improvement of spaces in our neighborhood’s public way.
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Posted by Charlie on January 15, 2010
BACP Workshops
Business Education Workshops January 2010 January Free Business Workshops Visit Business Affairs and Consumer Protection BACP City Hall office every Wednesday and Friday and attend free business workshops. You may also register for their Small Business Certificate program which will provide you the basics of operating a business in Chicago. Don't miss it.More…
Posted by Charlie on January 06, 2010
Rogers Park Street Safety Seminar
Attend an important public safety seminar on Street Safety and Crime Victims Assistance.More…
Posted by Charlie on November 13, 2009
Loyola University - Edgewater/Rogers Park Community Day
Men's Basketball Tues Nov 17th, 2009 7:00 PM LOYOLA vs CANISIUSMore…
Posted by Charlie on November 10, 2009
Moving Parts - Hidden in Plain Sight
Saturday, October 31: approx. 15 miles from Leone Park to 4200 N. Sheridan to Devon & McCormick Blvd. Pamela, Boomer and Charlie's latest installment of Hidden in Plain Sight. read more
Posted by Charlie on November 03, 2009
You Have a Date With Democracy—Decide How Your Tax Dollars Will Be Spent in the Ward
Dear Neighbor, Around the United States and here in Chicago, city leaders are increasingly asking residents for suggestions about budget spending. Here in the 49th Ward, we're going one step further. Through a novel experiment in democracy, I'm not just asking for your opinion--I'm asking you to make real decisions about how we spend our money.More…
Posted by Charlie on October 28, 2009
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