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30 Days Had September. . . |
DEAR OLD TOWN NEIGHBOR,
Difficult as it may be to believe, tomorrow it's going to be October. All this means is that we can look forward to the marathon coming down Wells Street, A social mid-way through the month, beautiful Fall weather on the Near-North Side, and of course Halloween!
Take a look through the recent goings-on in Old Town and check out what we all have to look forward to! |
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THANKS TO THE RESIDENTS AND MERCHANTS FOR HELPING HOST WINE CRUSH!
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Events in and Around Old Town
**CAPS Meeting at Shenanigans HOB
Thursday, October 1st, 3:00pm
16 W. Division
Meeting of the Hospitality Sub-Committee
**Chicago Tech Expo '09
Thursday, October 1st
UIC Forum
***The Chicago TechExpo introduces and connects small business owners to technology solutions to grow and evolve their businesses. The one-day conference and exposition provides relevant, training and education, to allow business owners to learn how technology can improve operations, minimize time spent on administrative tasks, market their business and increase sales by using a very powerful tool: technology. LEARN MORE ONLINE!
**CAPS Meeting at the Near North Library
Tuesday, October 6th, 6:30pm
310 W. Division
Beat Meeting for 1821/1823
**Chicago Marathon
Sunday, October 11th
Wells Street between North Avenue and Division
**Old Town Fall Social And Donation Ceremony
Thursday, October 15th, 5pm - 7pm
Orso's Italian Restaurant
1401 N. Wells |
Franklin Fine Arts International Picnic
On Saturday, September 26th Principal Carol Friedman and the families and friends of Franklin Fine Arts celebrated the new school year with their annual International Picnic. FFA enjoyed food donated by Old Town restaurants and were entertained by diverse musicians and the famous Jesse White Tumblers. Secretary of State Jesse White and Alderman Walter Burnett were in attendance. From 12pm to 3pm students, parents, teachers, and supporters dined outside and enjoyed the beautiful environs of Franklin Fine Arts.
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 CHICAGO MARATHON RUNS THROUGH OLD TOWN!
Wake up on Sunday, October 11th and join the crowds on Wells Street as we cheer on the runners of the Chicago Marathon. Let's show some Old Town Spirit! Organizers estimate that runners will be coming through Old Town form roughly 8am to 11am.
This year O'Briens restaurant will be serving breakfast at 8am as well as hosting a watering station. Just south of O'Briens, Old Town Merchants and Residents Association will be having our own cheering section. Call or email the office if you and your friends and family are interested in joining. We'll have t-shirts, cow bells, and banners!
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Don't let the Fall pass you by! Check out that new restaurant. You know that show that's been extended and is still selling out? Get tickets! That book you've meant to read. . . bet the Near North Library has it. You won't even have to get on a bus -- it's all here for you to enjoy in Old Town.
Sincerely,
Old Town Merchants & Residents Association | |
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OLD TOWN FALL SOCIAL AND DONATION CEREMONY AT ORSO'S! This October 15th members of the Old Town Merchants and Residents Association will be gathering for one of their regularly scheduled socials. These socials occur every other month throughout the year and are free for members. They are a time to meet new neighbors and catch up with the familiar faces of Old Town. Food and beverage are compliments of the host.
This month's social has a bit more in store than the usual though. . . Old Town Merchants and Residents Assoication will be donating $50,000 to area organizations. If you're a member of Old Town Merchants and Residents Association you're not going to want to miss this one! Call or email the office to make your reservation. October's Social will be at Orso's Italian Restaurant at 1401 N. Wells from 5pm to 7pm on Thursday, October 15th.
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Advocate named one of the nation's top 10 health systems
Advocate Health Center-Halsted and Blackhawk (1460 N. Halsted Suite 401)
Advocate Health Center-Halsted and Blackhawk (1460 N. Halsted), a vital part of the Advocate family that serves the Old Town community, is pleased to share that Advocate Health Care has been named one of the nation's top 10 health systems!*
As a vital part of Advocate Health Care, Advocate Health Center-Halsted and Blackhawk is committed to fulfilling our patients' needs. Our location provides services for babies, children, and teens, adults and seniors. Choose from over 6 primary care physicians to serve your needs. For your convenience, we have an on site laboratory, diabetes education and a Coumadin Clinic. In addition to primary care, appointments can be made with a variety of specialist including, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Neurology, Podiatry and Surgery.
To make an appointment with an Advocate Health Center-Halsted and Blackhawk physician,
Please call 1-800-3ADVOCATE (1-800-323-8622).
Advocate, and the other top health systems, says the report, are providing higher quality care, with fewer mortalities and patient complications and better adherence to patient safety standards and core measures of care. They also are treating patients more efficiently, with substantially shorter patient stays.
The top health systems were announced in the August 10 edition of Modern Healthcare magazine.
*(Based on clinical performance according to Thomson Reuters, a leading provider of information and solutions to improve the cost and quality of healthcare.)
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Hi OTMRA!
I just wanted to send a quick note to let you know what I've been up to since the closing of One Yellow Shoe. I now work for Dwell One Realty and am doing quite well.
I miss seeing you at the shop, but would love to see you again in the near future. So if you or anyone you know might be interested in
buying or selling their home, please give me a call or send me an email, I'd love to hear from you.
I hope you had a fantastic summer and I hope to see you in the neighborhood!
Tammy Karabas Brody
Dwell One Realty
312-613-0344
direct
773-572-7000
office
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MISS AMERICA DINES AT TRATTORIA ROMA!
While Laura Zalloni of Trattoria Roma is easily mistaken for a beauty queen, last week Roma played host to the real thing. Kristen Haglund, Miss America 2008, dined with owners Laura Zalloni and Marty Sanderson. Chef Filmon Rodriguez, as usual, didn't disappoint! Take a look at Laura, Kristen, and Filmon!
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Thanks to all the residents and merchants who welcomed all the visitors over the weekend of September 12th. We were fortunate to have great weather for everyone to enjoy the wine tasting, food demonstrations, comic acts, and outstanding music. Take a look at some of the photos and see what it's all about! Dave Dattalo, owner of the Fudge Pot, gave a presentation and shared chocolate dipped strawberries on
the food demonstration stage at the south end of the festival. Old Town Brasserie, Adobo Grill, Dinotto Ristorante, and Kamehachi all joined in by hopping on stage and sharing their favorite recipes. 
for their generous donation to the grape stomp competition!
