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Old Town Merchants & Residents Association6/30/2011
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Happy Fourth of July, Old Town!
Seward Park Jazz Festival
seward park grounds

Bring a lawn chair or blanket to enjoy

live jazz outdoors in beautiful

Seward Park  located at 375 W. Elm Street (Division and Orleans)

 

This FREE series will feature some of Chicago's finest jazz musicians

All are welcome!

 

Hosted by Alderman Walter Burnett, Jr. 

Sponsored by Al Carter-Bey

 

6:30-8:00pm


July 8:  Brent Kimbrough & Company

July 22: Joan Collaso & Band

August 12: Greg Penn & Crosswind

August 26: Chris Greene Quartet


 

Supported by: Chicago Park District, McLaurin Development Partners,

U.S. Bank, LISC/Chicago and the Near North Unity Program

 

FLYER TO POST 

 

 

 

 

Neighborhood Safety
Thanks to the Chicago Police Department and the 18th District Old Town is much safer.  A number of arrests have been made in the area recently to cut down on drug traffic.
Burglery and Theft continue to be a concern.  Please stay aware of your surroundings and keep expensive items out of sight.  Namely apple products, wallets, sunglasses; anything that could be "grab and go."
To support community safety, the 18th District is putting on a Burglary  Prevention Seminar on July 6th at 6:30pm. 
  
The Chicago Plan

WHAT IS THE CHICAGO PLAN?
 The CHICAGO Plan is a Chicago Police Department initiative that works with the business community to attack crime and gang offenses and to help make Chicago a safer city.

HOW DOES IT WORK?
 The CHICAGO Plan asks business owners across the city to register their privately owned closed circuit security camera systems and devices. As the Police Department responds to criminal incidents in the community, they can use any information or footage gathered from these security cameras to assist business owners and community members in the apprehension and prosecution of the criminals involved.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A SECURITY CAMERA REGISTRATION PROGRAM?
 The Chicago Police Department is committed to working with the community to combat crime and improve quality of life throughout the City.

PRINTABLE INFO HERE

 

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Art Fest A Rousing Success

If you looked at the weather report, you'd never have guessed that this past year's Wells Street Art Fest was one of the most successful.  From the artists to the businesses, to the residents and guests -- compliments and sales were plentiful.  Thanks to the 18th District, Mayor's Office of Special Events, Alderman Michele Smith, Alderman Walter Burnett, Jr., Special Events Management, The Old Town Merchants and Residents Association Festival Commitee, Residents and Businesses in Old Town and of course Kardas Photography. 

The Wells Street Art Fest allows OTMRA to keep the neighborhood going strong for businesses and residents alike.  WE COULDN'T DO IT WITHOUT YOU!

 
Thanks for your continued support of the Old Town Merchants and Residents Association!  The Association takes pride in the neighborhood and works tirelessly to support and promote it's member residents and businesses.  If you have any questions, would like to learn more about membership, or just get involved in the neighborhood; stop in or give us a call!
 
Sincerely,
 

Old Town Merchants & Residents Association
In This Issue
Seward Park Jazz Fest
Neighborhood Safety
The Chicago Plan
Art Fest -- Success!
Movies in the Park
CAPS Meetings
Pulp and Ink Expands
July Night Out Event
Movies in the the Park
The Chicago Park District is supporting Movies in The Park along with Aldermanic offices and neighborhood groups.  From locations all over the city -- check out this SCHEDULE for information on movies to be screened free of charge.  Two locations are the Chicago History Museum and Seward Park!
CAPS MEETINGS -- July 2011

 

***There has been a change in the scheduling of CAPS Meetings.  CAPS Meetings will occur in the odd months only.


Wednesday, July 6th, 6:30pm:  Beat 1821 at 18th District Police Station,  1160 N. Larrabee for 43rd Ward residents between North Avenue and Division from LaSalle to Larrabee. 

 

Wednesday, July 6th, 3:00pm: Hospitality Sub-Committee at Shenanigans, 16 W. Division.  Attendance Required for all late-night liquor licensees.  All interested parties encouraged to attend.  
 
Feel free to contact the OTMRA office with any questions!

Pulp & Ink Expands Offerings
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After almost ten years of customers asking to buy Pulp & Ink's display items or things they have taken from home to decorate the store, they have taken the hint. Pulp & Ink will be adding some modern classic home items in the next weeks cultivating a home
category in the store. Perfect items to refresh your own home or pick as a hostess gift.
JULY NIGHT OUT
We're still working on the fine print, but there will be a Night Out event at the end of July.  We're thinking the final Tuesday or Wednesday at Corcoran's and Zanies.  Keep your eyes peeled and your schedules open-- We'll let you know as soon as we do!