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Greater South Loop Association Bringing Neighbors Together...   |
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Greetings!
We hope you like our monthly "News & Events Bulletin" and that you enjoy participating in the neighborhood.
Please feel free to provide suggestions by emailing us or by coming out to our next event. Sincerely, GSLA Board of Directors
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Congratulations to Enrique Perez!
 Pick up a copy of the August Chicago Magazine to read about local activist Enrique Perez who recently won the "BEST Citizen" award. His involvement in the South Loop community and continued support of the GSLA is very much appreciated! |
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GSLA August 12th Social Event
 Please join us for an evening of food and wine provided by our new business members, Whole Foods and Showplace Icon Lobby Lounge! Where: Whole Foods Lifestyle Center, 1101 S. Canal
Time: 6-8pm Enjoy delicious treats made by the "Lobby Lounge" chefs while enjoying the beautiful space inside Whole Foods. Come out to meet your neighbors and learn about volunteering at the Bash on Wabash.
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Business Membership
 For a limited time, we are offering a discounted membership rate and advertising opportunities that can't be beat! Please contact our Membership committee to learn about the benefits of becoming a member today. Looking for a unique way to advertise your business to South Loop residents? A recyclable bag co-branded with other local businesses will be made available to residents at the Bash on Wabash. For a low cost, you may provide your business flyers or coupons that will be placed in the bags we distribute. Additional bags can be purchased by realtors or management companies as a "welcome to the neighborhood" gift. |
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GSLA July 2010 Community Meeting Agenda Recap  We had a great meeting last month and in case you missed it, we covered the following topics: - We reviewed and discussed the Near South Parking Study.
- Presentation from 888 S. Michigan about proposed changes to the north elevation facade.
- Presentation by the Prairie Point Condominium Association about the parking and park development planned at 16th and Indiana.
- Bash on Wabash volunteer and event information
- Created a committee for "Community Living Associations". We plan to gather condominium board representatives to plan networking events, share resources, and launch our first "Condo Building Fair".
- An update from the Alliance for a Greener South Loop and information on the 2nd annual "Green, Greener, Greenest Awards".
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LECTURE TO MARK THE ANNIVERSARY - BATTLE OF FT DEARBORN
Glessner House Museum, 1800 S. Prairie Avenue
Statue commemorating the Battle of Ft. Dearborn  |
Lecture given by Con Buckley on Sunday August 15, 2010 at 2:00pm. The lecture is entitled "Memories of the Battle of Fort Dearborn: Soldiers, Civilians, and Statues" and is being held on the 198th anniversary of the battle. The traditional site of this pivotal event in Chicago's history is the Battle of Fort Dearborn Park, dedicated in 2009 immediately east of the present site of the Glessner House Museum.
The cost for the lecture is $10 per person and reservations may be made by calling 312-326-1480. For further information, visit the Glessner House Museum website. |
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2nd Annual "Green, Greener, Greenest Awards" are coming up in September!
Take a look at the Ferd Kramer Rain Garden Park Plans to see how the AGSL is improving the South Loop!
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Bash on Wabash
Save the date!
Labor Day Weekend, September 4th & 5th
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Volunteer Opportunity
Come meet the volunteer group!
We will have our Bash Volunteer kickoff at our event on Thursday, August 12th at the South Loop Whole Foods from 6-8pm.
Would you volunteer 2-3 hours to help us staff the event? If so, please complete and return the volunteer form by email or fax it to 312-987-9009. Pick up your t-shirt and some flyers to post at our event on August 12th. |
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Back to School!
Sales Tax Holiday
Legislation has been enacted to create an annual state sales tax holiday for clothing and school supplies. Local and home rule sales taxes will still apply to all items.
From August 6 until August 15, residents will be able to purchase back-to-school items and only pay local sales tax. The five percent that typically goes to the state will be waived for these nine days. Traditional school supplies such as paper, notebooks, writing instruments and other office-type materials will be subject to the sales tax break.
The tax holiday also applies to clothing items under $100 such as shoes, tops, bottoms, underwear and outerwear. Some specific items like school uniforms and limited athletic apparel are also on the approved list of sales tax holiday items.
Find out about 2nd & 3rd Ward "Back to School Fairs" by visiting their websites. |
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1st District Community Policing
CAPS Meetings
Attend your beat meeting to receive policing updates and provide feedback to policing staff. Locate your beat by visiting the 1st district website. Location: Community Room at 1718 S. State Street (* notes alternate meeting location)
- Tuesday, August 10th - Beat 133
- Thursday, August 12th - Beat 124 *
- Tuesday, August 17th - Beat 132 *
- Wednesday, August 18th - Beat 134 *
- Tuesday, August 31st - Beat 131
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2nd Ward Bike Tour
Ald. Fioretti's office led bike riders on a 10-mile scenic tour throughout the 2nd Ward. The free bike ride toured the ward's historic neighborhoods, natural beauty and fascinating architecture. It was a great success and we are looking forward to repeating this again next year!  |
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About Us
We are a non-profit 501(c) neighborhood organization comprised of an alliance of residents and businesses in the South Loop.
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Greater South Loop Association
P.O. Box 4632
Chicago, Illinois 60680-4632
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