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Location: Schaumburg Flyers Stadium, 1999 S Springinsguth Road, Schaumburg, IL The Cost of Freedom which encompasses the Vietnam Traveling Wall along with tributes and displays of those who have sacrificed their lives during Iraq, Afghanistan, WW II, Korea, 911 and Public Safety has now found it’s way to the Villages of Schaumburg & Hoffman Estates, Illinois after many years of planning. The Schaumburg/Hoffman Estates, Illinois Vietnam Traveling Wall Committee, Inc. was formed as a not for profit organization to facilitate bringing this honorable and memorable display to the citizens of our villages. It is the goal and objective of this committee to ensure for a tasteful and humbling Observance over the Memorial Weekend, May 23-26, 2008.
See more detail at http://www.linkcounter.com/go.php?linkid=310095
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The Pizza Hut Site (Letter from the Commercial Development Committee)
The Commercial Development Committee, Board of Directors, and over 180 members of the West Town Chicago Chamber of Commerce are very concerned about the future re-development of the south-west corner of Division and Ashland Avenues. The WTCCC is concerned not only with the potential development of a one story stand alone Walgreen's franchise at that location, but also with the many other prime commercial corners in West Town being developed in the same manner with generic structures, chain stores, and satellite banks. The former Pizza Hut site on Division and Ashland is a prime example of a site that could be re-developed with more thought for the surrounding architecture and for the current and future needs of the community.
The corner of Division and Ashland Avenues is a gateway into the Wicker Park and East Village neighborhoods. The site is adjacent to the Polish Triangle, the CTA blue line Division stop, and across the street from the historic MB Bank building. The potential development on the south-west corner could become "historic" in the future if an architecturally significant, multi-storied mixed use building of the same scale as MB were erected as opposed to a generic one story concrete eye sore. Walgreen's could certainly be a tenant in a larger more aesthetically pleasing multi-use building.
The Chicago Department of Planning and Development should be made aware that the mass majority of the non-profits, chambers, residents, and community groups in the West Town area are ALL against a stand alone one-story development going in at Division and Ashland. The community at large is also concerned with the future of our commercial corridors for what seems to be a trend of major corners being developed with generic structures, chain franchises, and satellite banks. This spot planning, parcel by parcel approach does not seem to be working, and we need to be focusing on improving the bigger commercial development picture.
Please take the stance of the entire West Town Community into consideration in regards to this project and require the developer of the property at the south-west corner of Division and Ashland to build a more significant and appropriate multi-storied mixed-use structure, with more of a chance to have a positive impact on the community.
The above letter was sent on November 1st, 2007 to 1st Ward Alderman Manny Flores, Luis Monterubio City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development, Xochitl Flores City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development
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Chicago Memorial Day Parade
Location: State Street from Wacker Street to Van Buren Street.
The Chicago Memorial Day Wreath Laying Ceremony and Parade is scheduled for Saturday, May 24, 2008. The Wreath Laying Ceremony will begin at 11 a.m. at the Eternal Flame on Daley Plaza in Chicago (Dearborn and Washington Streets). The parade will step off at 12:00 (noon) and proceed south on State Street from Wacker Street to Van Buren Street.
Memorial Day is a day for everyone to honor Americans who sacrifice to keep us safe and secure. It's a day to be thankful that we live in a country where freedom, justice and democracy are proudly defended. Chicagoans should join together and view the Memorial Day parade as the city honors the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
See details at http://www.chicagoparades.us
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WTMX Party in the Park| Date: | Every Thursday evening until August 30! |
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| Time: | 4pm Opening Band | 5:30pm Headliner |
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| Location: | Park Grill | Millennium Park, Chicago |
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Cut out of work early every Thursday (from May 29-August 21) and meet up with THE MIX and Bud Select as the present Party in the Park this Thursday from 4PM until 6:30PM outside at The Park Grill Restaurant ... on the plaza at Millennium Park.
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| Date | 4:00 pm Opener | 5:30 pm Headliner |
5/29/08
6/5/08
6/12/08
6/19/08
6/26/08
7/3/08
7/10/08
7/17/08
7/24/08
7/31/08
8/7/08
8/14/08
8/21/08
| Tamara Bedricky
Dan Hubbard & The Humidors
Evan Jacover
Seth Bradley
Karlye Lapetina
TBA
The Ginge
Beckon Q
Emily Riesen
| Sugarwall
Greenstreet
Stellar Road
Tristan Prettyman
Blackbox
Dave Barnes
Will Hoge
Alternate Routes
Matt Santos
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FREE MONEY! Many Cook County residents do not take advantage or are unaware of the homeowners (and/or senior) exemption. In short, if you are an owner-occupant (your primary residence) you are eligible for a homeowner exemption. This exemption will provide you with a discount and/or refund from your real estate tax bill. This savings can be significant and is very easy to apply and qualify for. If you have not applied for your "homeowner/senior" exemption, you may file a "certificate of error application." YOU MAY FILE FOR A CREDIT FOR UP TO 3 YEARS To reclaim what is yours, go to: http://www.cookcountyassessor.com/info/forms.asp#Select and scroll down to "exemptions." You will also find exemptions for: Disabled, Veterans, Home Improvement and Senior Citizen Please contact us if you need assistance or have questions @ 773.235.0111 or info@krain-chicago.com
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Free tours are part of the Chicago Spaces and Places 10th annual event and in celebration of the Chicago Landmark Ordinance’s 40th anniversary. May 17-- Milwaukee Ave. Landmark District — Immigrants’ Path To ProsperityMilwaukee Avenue Landmark district, in the heart of Wicker Park’s hot, trendy commercial strip, is Chicago’s newest Landmark area. The tour begins in an architectural treasure at Milwaukee/ Damen/ North, currently the MidWest Bank. An orientation session in the new Bucktown/Wicker Park Library will be the second stop before strolling down the Indian path turned toll road where architecturally significant buildings stand proudly anxious to tell the immigrant tales of life in one of Chicago’s earliest neighborhoods. Time: 12:45 – 3:15 pm Starts at : MidWest Bank Lobby, 1601 N. Milwaukee Ave. May 18-- Wicker Park Landmark District–The Neighborhood that Changes but Stays the SameTake a journey thru time and space in the heart of the Wicker Park Landmark district beginning in historic St. Paul’s Norwegian Lutheran Church at 2215 W. North Ave. “Meet” many of the early residents and see their architecturally diverse buildings. Then walk around the award winning Park and gardens as you learn about its role in the development of this economically and culturally diverse Chicago neighborhood. Time 2:00 – 4:00 pm Starts at : St. Paul’s Church, 2215 W. North Ave. Elaine Coorens, 30 year resident of Wicker Park and author of Wicker Park from 1673 Thru 1929 and Walking Tour Guide will conduct the tours. For more information or to sign up in advance call 773.235.8688 or email your name, number of people and a contact phone number to ecoorens@ccisite.com – reservations are limited.
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| Welcome to the Chicago Green Festival |
Welcome to the Chicago Green Festival! May 17 & 18, 2008
Show Hours
Saturday 10AM- 8PM
Sunday 11AM- 6PM
Venue and Address
Navy Pier
600 E Grand Avenue, Chicago
Celebrating what’s working in our communities, green festival showcases more than 350 diverse local and national green businesses displaying and selling eco-friendly, fair trade and sustainable products. More than 150 visionary speakers appear for standing-room-only panel discussions, presentations and main stage speaking events.
You’ll also enjoy great how-to workshops, green films, a fair trade pavilion, yoga and movement classes, kids’ zone, delicious organic beer, wine and cuisine, and live music.
We extend a special thanks to the City of Chicago and the Chicago Department of Environment for their support in bringing Green Festival to the Midwest. And we deeply appreciate the amazing efforts of the Host Committee, Chicago’s green business and community leaders who help Green Festival provide the best products, services and technologies in the Great Lakes.
Last Year’s Speakers:
Mayor Daley
Greg Palast
Amy Goodman
Jim Hightower
Frances Moore Lappé
Dennis Kucinich
Bill McKibben
Riane Eisler
Paul Stamets
Judy Wicks
Van Jones
And many more!
Interested in learning more about this premier green event? Go to http://www.greenfestivals.org/content/view/230/200/ and click on the “GreenFestival Radio” button and experience past Green Festivals (including Chicago’s) first hand!
Better World Books and Green Festival are partnering to offer $5 off Green Festival admission to attendees who bring in 3 or more books. Your donated books will be sold on BetterWorld.com to help fund girls’ scholarships in developing countries in Asia through Room to Read. www.roomtoread.org |
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Looking for a little cajun fun in Chicago this weekend? For a "must go" this weekend head to McGee's this Saturday, May 17th in Lincoln Park @ 950 W. Webster for their 19th Annual Crawfish Bowl. Billed as the largest Crawfish Boil in Chicago, they fly in more than 1000 pounds of fresh crawfish straight from the Bayou, and serve it up with their famous jambalaya, red beans & rice, gumbo and hurricanes all day long. Doors open at 10am. Live music all day! Call 773.868.8073 for more information.
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Short-term interest rates will dropped the seventh time since September. Today, April 30th, The Federal Reserve cut the federal funds rate by a quarter-point, from 2.25% to 2%. The prime rate will fall by a quarter-point, from 5.25 percent to 5 percent. This is a good move for those that borrow money on loans such as credit cards and home equity lines of credit, that are linked to the prime rate. It's not such good news for those in short-term certificates of deposit.
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We are proud to announce the addition of Brandon Kurdziel to Krain. Brandon comes to us from an established northwest suburban commercial brokerage. His knowledge and expertise in tenant representation and commercial sales will be a welcome addition to Krain. Bio coming soon.
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We are pleased to announce the addition of 4 new agents to Krain: Margarita Mata, Robert Whalen, Ronald Cabrera and Evelyn Buckley. The addition of these agents will expand our commitment to superior service and value for our client's. Their bio's may be found by linking to "find and agent" on our homepage.
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CoMed is offering a credit to your upcoming bill or a refund check for usage in 2007. Click the link below to download the form in PDF, fill it out and mail it in. It only takes a minute! Click here to download the form
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In a bold move to stabilize various credit markets, the Federal Reserve dropped the discount rate to 3.25 percent over the weekend and expanded it's roster of banks and financial institutions that can borrow money at that rate. The Federal Reserve Board's Open Market Committee is expected to slash the federal funds overnight rate, which is currently 3 percent, when it meets Tuesday. Many speculate a 50 to 75 basis point drop. In all likelihood we may see a 100 point drop to a staggering 2 percent. Although the federal funds rate and the discount rate are short-term interest rates that do not directly influence rates on fixed-rate, long-term mortgages, some adjustable-rate mortgage (ARM) loans are tied to the discount rate. Next month, you can definitely expect a lower rate on your credit cards, lines of credit and student loans!
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Who wants to pay 10.25% SALES TAX? The county is planning an increase for November. This would make ours the highest sales tax rate in the country. CALL 1-312-603-6400 - Press 1, Press 2 and Press 2. It takes about 10 seconds to enter your vote.....
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