http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles News, Cultural and Arts Features, Information and Resources pertaining to the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago. en mike@rogerspark.com Copyright 2012 2012-02-04T23:40:43+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/enjoy_super_bowl_on_mayne_stage_22_foot_screen_-_free_admission/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/enjoy_super_bowl_on_mayne_stage_22_foot_screen_-_free_admission/#When:23:40:43Z Enjoy Super Bowl on Mayne Stage 22 Foot Screen - Free Admission. Great food. Drink specials! [where: ] Food & Drink, Bars & Clubs 2012-02-04T23:40:43+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/cta_meetings_on_red_line_modernization_protect_the_jarvis_l_station/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/cta_meetings_on_red_line_modernization_protect_the_jarvis_l_station/#When:12:51:37Z Dear Neighbor, The CTA is hosting two "update meetings" on the North and Purple Line Modernization Project . Both meetings will cover the same topics and provide the same information, so you need attend only one of the meetings. Below are the dates, times and locations of the two meetings: Monday, February 6 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. EVANSTON PUBLIC LIBRARY 1703 Orrington Avenue Evanston, Illinois This location is served by: Purple Line (Davis Station) and CTA Bus #201 and #205. Tuesday, February 7 5:00 to 7:30 p.m. BROADWAY ARMORY 5917 N. Broadway Avenue Chicago, Illinois [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Transportation 2012-02-03T12:51:37+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/windy_city_beekeepers/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/windy_city_beekeepers/#When:14:48:31Z Barbara Ryan is a member of the Windy City Beekeepers. WCB has beekeepers who are looking for a place to put their hives. They have all the equipment and knowledge necessary to install a hive on public (community gardens) or private (back yard or roof top) places, and are looking for possible sites. If anyone is interested in hosting a hive in exchange for some honey, contact Barbara at barbararyan48@gmail.com.[where: ] Arts & Culture, Food & Drink, Organic/Sustainable 2012-02-02T14:48:31+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/this_week_end_at_mess_hall/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/this_week_end_at_mess_hall/#When:14:42:48Z Hello Mess Hallers, We've got a thick parcel of events for you this week end! Join us! All events are free & open to the public! [where: ] Arts & Culture 2012-02-02T14:42:48+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/808s_to_team_with_phoenix_rising_chicago_in_upcoming_lovers_lane_performanc/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/808s_to_team_with_phoenix_rising_chicago_in_upcoming_lovers_lane_performanc/#When:13:07:56Z 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 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. [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Organizations, People, Arts & Culture, Kids 2012-01-30T13:07:56+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/invitation_to_candidates_in_contested_49th_ward_committeeman_races/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/invitation_to_candidates_in_contested_49th_ward_committeeman_races/#When:12:53:38Z As fun and intriguing as it is to speculate about political “what ifs,” let’s focus a bit on a couple of contested primary elections soon to be facing voters of the 49th Ward. For starters, let’s draw our attention to the contested race (actually races), for the position of (drum roll please) ….... 49th Ward Committeeman. Drum roll? Most of us know little about the race of Committeeman. Do we care? Perhaps I read too many Mike Royko articles back during his hey day, but thoughts of a Chicago Committeeman conjure in my mind images of smoke filled rooms, deal making and political patronage. Is this still true? Continue reading here[where: 49th Ward, Chicago] News 2012-01-30T12:53:38+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/spotlight_-_alpha_adjusting/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/spotlight_-_alpha_adjusting/#When:12:54:44Z Alpha Adjusting Company is a licensed and credentialed public adjusting firm located in Chicago and available for nationwide claim services. In just the past seven years we've handled more than SEVENTY MILLION DOLLARS of adjustments and settlements on Real Property (both business and personal), Business Interruption, and Loss of Earnings claims. Our case work has extended into 13 states across the country. Find out more about Alpha Adjusting here.[where: ] News, Business 2012-01-23T12:54:44+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/2012_adopt_the_public_way_garden_grant_-_applications_now_being_accepted/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/2012_adopt_the_public_way_garden_grant_-_applications_now_being_accepted/#When:12:22:38Z Under the cover of today's snow are summer's plants, getting ready to send up their pale shoots. Gardeners like to think about such things and dream of spreading flowers and shrubs in every parkway, traffic circle and park. If this is you, the Rogers Park Garden Group (RPGG) wants to help. Grants of up to $500 for plant material, soil amendments, and mulch are available to anyone who is creating, restoring, or enhancing a garden located in the public way. The grants program is called, "Adopt the Public Way." Anyone is eligible, but the garden must be in Rogers Park, east of Ridge and north of Devon. Grants are also available for anyone running a youth program that wants to add gardening to the activities; and for the youth projects, the gardens don't have to be in the public way. [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] Arts & Culture, Home & Garden 2012-01-23T12:22:38+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/alderman_moores_statement_on_the_proposed_parade_and_public_assembly_ordina/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/alderman_moores_statement_on_the_proposed_parade_and_public_assembly_ordina/#When:22:20:54Z Remarks of Alderman Joe Moore Regarding the Parade and Public Assembly Ordinance January 17, 2012 The right to protest and petition our government for a redress of grievances is the foundation of our democracy and our most cherished freedom. I can think of no neighborhood in our nation where that freedom is more treasured, and practiced more frequently, than the 49th Ward of Chicago. That is why the proposal to increase the fines for resisting arrest and the proposed changes to the City of Chicago's parade and public assembly ordinances are of such concern to me and many of my 49th Ward constituents. [where: ] News, Government 2012-01-19T22:20:54+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/tribute_to_the_fish_of_lake_michigan_-_by_amanda_paulson/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/tribute_to_the_fish_of_lake_michigan_-_by_amanda_paulson/#When:13:18:54Z Time-lapse behind the scenes video of mural "Tribute to the Fish of Lake Michigan" by Chicago artist Amanda Paulson. Located at CTA Red line underpass at Pratt Ave. in the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago (49th Ward). [where: ] Arts & Culture 2012-01-19T13:18:54+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/he_had_a_very_powerful_dream.....and_shared_it_with_all_americans/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/he_had_a_very_powerful_dream.....and_shared_it_with_all_americans/#When:13:44:58Z The 20th century's most influential civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr., was born on January 15, 1929, in Atlanta, Ga. King entered the civil rights movement in 1955. That same year, he led a bus boycott that was initiated by Rosa Parks in Montgomery, Ala., where blacks were made to sit at the back and give up their seats to whites. In 1963, King participated in the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. From the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, he delivered his famous "I Have A Dream" speech to a crowd of 250,000. Learn More Here[where: ] News 2012-01-16T13:44:58+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/cta_-_igo_smart_card/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/cta_-_igo_smart_card/#When:17:29:58Z Since January 2009, I-GO and the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) have offered the Chicago Card Plus I-GO card, the nation’s first joint smart card providing seamless access to a public transit system and a car-sharing service. The Chicago Card Plus I-GO card enables its dual-account holders to access CTA trains and buses, Pace buses, and every car in I-GO’s fleet—most of which are near or adjacent to CTA routes or rail stations. And now you can get the Chicago Card Plus I-GO card for only $15 – a $60 savings off the regular application fee – plus $50 in CTA transit fare credit! Find out all about it here...[where: ] News 2012-01-14T17:29:58+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/high_ridge_ymca_-_mlk_food_drive/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/high_ridge_ymca_-_mlk_food_drive/#When:21:32:58Z The High Ridge YMCA is teaming up with Ys across the city and suburbs for a week-long, Metro-wide food drive starting on Martin Luther King Jr., Day to benefit the Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD) and the Northern Illinois Food Bank. King’s philosophy was one of inclusion, particularly including those less fortunate. According to the GCFD, nearly 142,000 hungry men, women and children rely on the Food Depository every week, with 37 percent of those served being children. Northern Illinois Food Bank will serve more than 500,000 people this year across its 13-county service area, up 168 percent from 2006. [where: ] News 2012-01-13T21:32:58+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/tricoci_university_in_rogers_park_celebrates_graduates/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/tricoci_university_in_rogers_park_celebrates_graduates/#When:12:06:58Z Tricoci University of Beauty Culture (TUBC) is the premiere beauty education provider that is redefining the industry and producing salon-ready graduates prepared for successful careers. Founded by international beauty industry leader Mario Tricoci in 2004[where: ] News, Business, Miscellaneous, People 2012-01-13T12:06:58+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/local_fitness_facility_to_host_wed_jan_11_bizarts_breakfast/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/local_fitness_facility_to_host_wed_jan_11_bizarts_breakfast/#When:16:36:30Z "180 Personal Fitness is hosting the January breakfast meeting of the Rogers Park Business and Artist Networking Group (RPBizArts), scheduled for Wednesday, January 11, 2012, 7:30 - 9:00AM, 317 W. Howard Street, Room 206, Evanston; $5.00. 180 Personal Fitness trainers are offering attendees of Wednesday's BizArts function a coupon, redeemable for one free personal training session, a $35 value.)" [where: ] News, Business 2012-01-10T16:36:30+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/host_an_exchange_student/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/host_an_exchange_student/#When:13:59:58Z Are you a people person? Interested in other cultures or languages? Like the idea of forming friendships with a students or teachers from other countries? Then hosting might be right for you. [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Organizations, People, Schools & Education 2012-01-09T13:59:58+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/two_local_fitness_facilities_ready_to_help_you_get_fit/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/two_local_fitness_facilities_ready_to_help_you_get_fit/#When:13:09:10Z Two local fitness facilities are able to help you achieve your fitness goals and are offering fabulous affordable New Years packages to get you on the way to accomplishing a healthier lifestyle. [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Business, Heath & Healthcare 2012-01-09T13:09:10+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/new_board_member_joins_family_rescue/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/new_board_member_joins_family_rescue/#When:12:15:10Z January 5, 2012- CHICAGO---Family Rescue, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to eliminating domestic violence in the greater Chicago metropolitan area is proud to welcome Neil Vincent to the Board of Directors.[where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Heath & Healthcare, Miscellaneous, People 2012-01-09T12:15:10+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/in_memory_of_neil_lifton/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/in_memory_of_neil_lifton/#When:12:43:10Z Note: An event to honor the cherished memory of Neil will be held on Saturday, January 21st, 5:00PM - 9:00PM (onward) at Lifeline Theater, 6912 N. Glenwood. The community of Rogers Park has lost one of our valued residents and business owners, Neil Lifton. Though he had only moved to Rogers Park in the past decade, Neil had quickly become the recognizable face of Duke's Bar. Many of us appreciated Neil's love for music and we appreciated the way that he converted Duke's into an intimate venue for local music acts. On a good night, we would be delighted when Neil would grab his guitar and play along with the band, giving those of us watching a wonderful chance to see a man living that for which he was most passionate. We offer his loving wife Mary our heartfelt condolences and our best wishes during this difficult time. The attached video shows Neil performing songs that he had written and performed for his adopted community that loved him. [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News 2012-01-04T12:43:10+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/rogers_park_community_council_announcement/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/rogers_park_community_council_announcement/#When:15:19:31Z SMALL ACTS ADD UP TO LIFE CHANGES Dear Friend, In my four years as Executive Director of the Rogers Park Community Council, I have personally witnessed how meaningful the service provided by our program staff has been for the scores of clients who have passed through our doors. Sometimes the acts of service impact on clients' lives dramatically. Sometimes the effects are small, incremental and deeply significant. When our Housing Director finds an apartment for a family facing eviction or secures the timely return of a wrongfully withheld security deposit, the relief and impact are obvious. When domestic violence victims see the criminal justice system work as it should, meting out appropriate penalties for abuse and affording protection for survivors, the powerful effect of our VASP staff's intervention is plain. [where: ] News 2011-12-28T15:19:31+00:00