Summer Event Vendor Applications We are NOW accepting vendor applications for the following exciting upcoming Chamber events and festivals.
For artists, retail, restaurants and non-profits:
July 21-22 and/or Aug. 25-26
Space is limited, so please send in your application today!
Your Input Needed!
The Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce and WPB SSA #33 need your input! We have hired Business Districts, Inc, to conduct a market study to identify our neighborhood's unique strengths and opportunities. Please take the survey now and pass it on to your customers, partners, neighbors, and fellow business owners. Your help completing and circulating the survey will be invaluable to the market study results and help our local economy thrive. Thank you!
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Tonight! TipsyCake Mixer
When: Wed., Apr. 11th, 6-8pm
Where: TipsyCake, 1944 N. Damen
Cost: FREE to Members, $5 Non-Members
Join the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce and "Chicagoland's Own Dream Cake Makers" for an evening with your neighbors. For more information and to RSVP, please click here.
Cross Promotional Opportunity with local Artists' OrganizationThe Flat Iron Artists' Association coordinates monthly events that attract thousands of visitors to Wicker Park Bucktown. If you own a store or restaurant in the area and are interested in this unique opportunity to strengthen the relationship between business and the arts and promote your business, please contact the Chamber office at (773) 384-2672.
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Business Education Workshops
What: Financial Incentives for Entrepreneurs
When: Wed., Apr. 11th, 3-4:30pm Where: City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St. Room 805
Presented by SomerCor 504Inc., learn about the Small Business Improvement Fund which provides financial incentives to business owners, business tenants, or property owners attracting new business tenants to vacant space. Learn how these funds can pay for your business rehabbing, remodeling and renovation costs.
What: Energy Efficiency Incentives for Your Business When: Wed., Apr. 18th, 3-4:30pm Where: City Hall, 121 N. LaSalle St. Room 805
Come learn about energy efficiency incentives for your business! Programs from ComEd, North Shore Gas, and Peoples Gas are designed to help reduce your energy use and costs.
For information on Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) or to register for an event, please call (312) 744-5344 or click here.
Last Minute Tax Tips for Small Businesses
April 17th is the deadline to file your small business taxes this year. Find out how to deduct and file correctly with this guide from the Small Business Association.
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Wicker Park Athletic Club Sneak Preview
When: Thurs., Apr. 12th, 5:30-9pm
Where: 1635 W. Division Join WPAC for free tours and classes of their new space on Division. For more information, please click here. Also, check out their Discounted Pre-sale rates available here.
Going Against The Grain: DIY Fair
Share in the knowledge of self-sufficiency and sustainability at the Delta Emerging Leaders' annual Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Fair. DIY experts in homebrewing, beekeeping, weatherization, gardening, chicken-keeping, composting and bicycling will share their knowledge of sustainability with anyone eager to learn. For more info, please click here.
Bucktown Poster Launch Party When: Sun., Apr. 15th, 2-5pm Where: Bucktown Pub, 1658 Cortland
Help Chicago native and long-time artist, StudioChris, celebrate the launch of the eighth poster in the popular series spotlighting Chicago neighborhoods. Come out and meet the artist and if you want to pick up a poster of your own, he'll have signed copies on hand. For more info, click here.
Spring Speed Meet-N-Greet When: Fri., Apr. 20th, 6-8pm Where: 1930 N. Clybourn Cost: FREE!
Self Storage Lock-Up presents an evening of cross-city speed-networking and cocktails for entrepreneurs. Business owners, reserve your space now! Call (773) 755-1900 or email Earth Day Ice Cream Social
When: Sun., Apr. 22nd, 12-5pm Where: Greenheart, 1911 W. Division Cost: FREE!
Stop by the Greenheart Shop for a FREE sample of fair trade certified ice cream + toppings all day long.
Carrie Schneider's Burning House at Monique Meloche
When: Thru May 12th, Tu-Sa, 11am-6pm Where: 2154 W. Division
For her second solo exhibition at Monique Meloche, Carrie Schneider will debut Burning House, a series of fifteen large-scale color photographs each representing a house engulfed in flames. For more info, please click here. Read our interview with Monique Meloche's director Whitney Tassie.
See more of this week's featured events and deals from local businesses on our website!
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Request for Proposals
The WPB SSA #33 is seeking two proposals: one for the design of the annual report and one for this year's winter holiday decorations. For more information, please click here.
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University of Notre Dame Jazz Band Performance at Holy Trinity
When: Sat., Apr. 14th, 2pm
Where: Holy Trinity High School, 1443 W. Division
Enjoy a special performance from the University of Notre Dame Jazz Band. RSVP to [email protected].
Congress Theater Deleterious Impact/Public Nuisance Hearing
When: Tues., Apr. 17th, 11:30am
Where: City Hall, 8th Floor
The public is encouraged to attend this hearing on the activities of the Congress Theater. For more information, please click here and here.
Local School Council Elections When: Wed., Apr. 18th & Thurs., Apr. 19th
All parents and community members who want to strengthen their local schools and have a positive impact on student achievement are encouraged to run for their Local School Council (LSC). For more information, please click here.
3rd Annual Tabula Rasa Fundraiser
When: Fri., Apr. 28th, 6-9pm Where: Moonshine, 1824 West Division
Help fight recidivism by attending this fundraiser. Open bar, silent auction, raffle, gifts, prizes and entertainment. Click here for more details.
Sustainable Backyards Program
The Chicago Sustainable Backyards Program is offering residents up to 50% back on local purchases of trees (up to $100 rebate), native plants (up to $60 rebate), compost bins (up to $50 rebate) and rain barrels (up to $40 rebate). See the website for downloadable rebate forms, participating garden centers, a list of educational workshops and more!
COMMUNITY ALERT: Auto Thefts
Between January 1-March 30, 2012, the 13th District experienced a number of auto thefts. For more information on how to protect yourself, please click here. To see complete crime stats as of March 2012 in the 13th District, please click here.
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Upcoming Commission MeetingThe next WPB Commission Meeting is April 18th at 7pm, with a "Meet & Greet" at 6:30pm. The meetings are open, and the public is encouraged to attend. The meeting will take place at the Wicker Park Field House, 1425 N. Damen. See the WPB SSA #33 website for the most updated meeting agenda and materials.
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Wicker Park Bucktown
Chamber of Commerce
1414 North Ashland
Chicago, Illinois 60622
get directions
P (773) 384 2672
F (773) 384 7525
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Bucktown Wicker Park Dental
Offering routine care to the most advanced cosmetic and restorative procedures.
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Cleanslate
Helping individuals secure transitional employment and valuable job skills, and offering a catalyst for community renewal.
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The Handlebar
A cyclist friendly vegan & vegetarian bar and restaurant.
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The Plastic Bag Solution
An environmentally- conscious & inexpensive alternative to plastic bags.
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Quang Noodle
Vietnamese and Thai cuisine.
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