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 2012-05-21T20:49:17+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/new_orleans_prospects_at_mayne_stage_saturday/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/new_orleans_prospects_at_mayne_stage_saturday/#When:20:49:17Z Didn't make it out to the New Orleans Jazz Fest this year? No sweat, because Mayne Stage is bringing the best of New Orleans right to Chicago. Don't miss The New Orleans Suspects May 26! The band features "Mean" Willie Green from Neville Brothers, Reggie Scanlan from Radiators, Jake Eckert from Dirty Dozen Brass Band, CR Gruver from Outformation and Kevin Harris from Dirty Dozen Brass Band. Learn about $10 tickets[where: ] Arts & Culture, Artists, Music 2012-05-21T20:49:17+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/video_808s_work_out_at_triangle_park/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/video_808s_work_out_at_triangle_park/#When:13:03:48Z 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. [where: 60626] News 2012-05-12T13:03:48+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/results_of_the_2012_participatory_budgeting_election/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/results_of_the_2012_participatory_budgeting_election/#When:18:48:08Z The ballots are cast, the votes are counted, and the people have spoken... [where: ] News 2012-04-29T18:48:08+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/rogers_park_builders_group_newsletter1/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/rogers_park_builders_group_newsletter1/#When:02:23:14Z 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.[where: rogers park, 60626] News 2012-04-28T02:23:14+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/rogers_park_community_councils_early_years_an_interview_with_sandy_and_caro/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/rogers_park_community_councils_early_years_an_interview_with_sandy_and_caro/#When:03:47:38Z 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. [where: 60626] News 2012-04-19T03:47:38+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/apply_now_for_wall_space_at_2012_artist_of_the_wall_festival/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/apply_now_for_wall_space_at_2012_artist_of_the_wall_festival/#When:14:47:37Z 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. [where: Rogers Park, 60626] News, People, Arts & Culture, Artists, Fairs & Festivals 2012-04-05T14:47:37+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/whats_on_this_years_participatory_budgeting_ballot/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/whats_on_this_years_participatory_budgeting_ballot/#When:16:21:18Z 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) [where: ] News, Government 2012-04-03T16:21:18+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/chicago_parking_meter_lottery_proposal_explained/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/chicago_parking_meter_lottery_proposal_explained/#When:20:40:07Z This video might help you get a better idea of the parking meter proposal story rogerspark.com broke. [where: ] News 2012-04-01T20:40:07+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/a_rogerspark.com_exclusive_gambling_on_more_chicago_parking_revenue/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/a_rogerspark.com_exclusive_gambling_on_more_chicago_parking_revenue/#When:13:39:05Z 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.[where: Chicago - Rogers Park] News, Chicago Region, Miscellaneous, Politics 2012-03-31T13:39:05+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/run_extended_on_theo_ubiques_light_in_the_piazza/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/run_extended_on_theo_ubiques_light_in_the_piazza/#When:15:29:35Z Spend an evening in Italy with young-love all around at Theo Ubique’s production of Light in the Piazza – critics are wild about it. Due to popular demand, Theo Ubique has extended the run to May 20 – if you tried to get tix for this sold-out show, now more tix are available. [where: rogers park, 60626] Arts & Culture, Culture, Theatre 2012-03-29T15:29:35+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/questions_for_democratic_candidates_for_state_representative_14th_district/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/questions_for_democratic_candidates_for_state_representative_14th_district/#When:12:46:21Z 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. [where: 14th Dist] News, Government 2012-03-16T12:46:21+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/artists_exhibition_displays_urban_life_of_loyolas_lake_shore_campus/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/artists_exhibition_displays_urban_life_of_loyolas_lake_shore_campus/#When:12:45:02Z On March 15, multimedia artist and former Chicagoan Mary Jones will turn her keen observing eye to Loyola University Chicago's Ralph Arnold Fine Arts Annex, and create an elaborate representation of our neighborhood's defining thoroughfare. The windows of the Annex will transform into a subjective mirror reflecting an urban reality rooted in perception and personal connection.[where: Loyola] Arts & Culture 2012-03-12T12:45:02+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/about_judicial_elections/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/about_judicial_elections/#When:18:59:47Z 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?[where: rogers park, 60626] News, Government 2012-03-02T18:59:47+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/spotlight_-_rogers_park_builders_group/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/spotlight_-_rogers_park_builders_group/#When:14:50:47Z 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[where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Housing, Organizations 2012-02-27T14:50:47+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/building_paranoia_in_rogers_park/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/building_paranoia_in_rogers_park/#When:13:28:47Z 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[where: Chicago - Rogers Park] News, Miscellaneous, Public Safety, Arts & Culture 2012-02-24T13:28:47+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/black_family_reunion/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/black_family_reunion/#When:12:52:06Z 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[where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, People, Arts & Culture, Culture 2012-02-24T12:52:06+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/an_empowerment_program_in_rogers_park_that_gets_youth_moving/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/an_empowerment_program_in_rogers_park_that_gets_youth_moving/#When:16:14:34Z 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. [where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Organizations, Parks & Recreation, Arts & Culture, Kids 2012-02-17T16:14:34+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/loyola_el_station_to_be_remodeled_this_summer/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/loyola_el_station_to_be_remodeled_this_summer/#When:16:37:34Z 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[where: Rogers Park, Chicago] News, Schools & Education, Transportation 2012-02-16T16:37:34+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/2012_immigrants_aspire_scholarship_competition/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/2012_immigrants_aspire_scholarship_competition/#When:12:42:34Z 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. [where: Chicago - Rogers Park] News, Schools & Education 2012-02-16T12:42:34+00:00 http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/cesar_augusto_izquierdo_5_22_57_-_2_11_123/ http://rogerspark.com/rp/news_articles/view/cesar_augusto_izquierdo_5_22_57_-_2_11_123/#When:05:19:34Z 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. .... [where: 60626] News, People, Food & Drink, Restaurants 2012-02-14T05:19:34+00:00