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2010 Annual Appeal
| | This holiday season, as you gather with family and friends, we hope that you take a moment to remember SOAR and include our Annual Fund on your year-end philanthropic checklist.
Every gift to the Annual Fund allows us to support our efforts in the Streeterville community by maintaining and expanding programs to build and celebrate community, champion public safety initiatives, connect building leadership, promote safety and well-being and partner with local businesses. This year, give a gift that supports SOAR efforts.
For more information on SOAR activities, please review our annual report, Look Back, which highlights many successes in the fiscal year from October 2009 through September 2010.
Online giving is available by visiting soarchicago.org or you can mail your donation to the address below. All mailed donations postmarked by December 31, will be credited towards the 2010 tax year.
SOAR
244 East Pearson St. Suite 102
Chicago, IL 60611
Thank you to everyone who has already given to the Annual Fund.
SOAR is an independent and non-partisan 501(c)3 non-profit organization, and contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
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Did you know?
| | Chicago Park District classes provide opportunities for all ages to participate in fun, energetic, reasonably priced programs. There is still time to register for winter programs that take place from January 3 through March 20. For more information on program details, visit Lake Shore Park located at 808 N. Lake Shore Drive.
Streeterville is home to our very own Chicago Public Library. The intimate library is located in the City's visitors information center at Water Works, 163 E ast Pearson. Stop by to browse the collection of best sellers and children's books or to use one of the Internet computers to check out the Library's online catalog. Many residents utilize the library's online site to select and order books that will be delivered to the convenient Streeterville location for customer pick up.
Each Friday of the year at 12:10 p.m., free concerts take place at Fourth Presbyterian Church in the sanctuary (except when otherwise noted) from September through June and outdoors in the courtyard off Michigan Avenue, by the fountain, in July and August. The next concert, on January 7, 2011 will feature Jennifer Woodrum-Hogg, clarinet.
The Illinois Artisans Program focuses national attention on the rich heritage of the fine crafting that exists in Illinois. The program visits the Water Works Pumping Station every second Friday & Saturday of the month.
January 14-15 from 1:00 to 5:00 pm.
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SOAR Member Opportunities
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The InterContinental Chicago Hotel Magnificent Mile Fitness Center is offering a promotional "good neighbor" rate for neighbors living or working within a 2 mile radius of hotel. The hotel is located at 505 N. Michigan Avenue.
If you would like to try the facility complimentary for a day, please bring in this email and show a Fitness Center Attendant. A locker will be provided in exchange for a picture ID.
For more information, please call 312.321.8830.
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Save the Date - Upcoming Events
| | Please mark your calendar for upcoming SOAR events:
The Mayoral Forum on Community and Environmental Issues
January 19, 2011 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile Ballroom
540 N. Michigan Avenue
Additional details are forthcoming.
Visit the SOAR website for the latest information on upcoming events.
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| Safety Tip | | You're often told not to be a victim of crime. But you may wonder how to ensure that. While no one can guarantee your total safety, you can lessen the chance of being a victim by making it more difficult for a would-be thief or attacker.
On Public Transit: Be Prepared
Have the exact fare ready before you leave home so that there is no need to open a purse or wallet. During late night or early morning stay near the agent on duty in subways and when possible sit on the aisle seat where you will have more
mobility should trouble occur.
SOAR's Safety and Security Committee regularly attends and participates in CAPS meetings. If you are interested in attending, the next CAPS meeting is scheduled for January 6, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. 115 W. Chicago Ave (Access Living).
This safety tip was brought to you by SOAR's Safety and Security Committee and gathered from the Chicago Police Department's website If you have a safety tip you would like to share, please submit to safety@soarchicago.org |
Greening Tip
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How do you stuff a tree into a garbage can? You don't!
Recycle Your Tree This Holiday Season
The City of Chicago will once again be collecting trees this holiday s eason.
From Saturday, January 1 through Monday, January 17 Chicago residents can bring their holiday tree to one of 23 participating sites. The trees will be chipped and made into mulch, will be available for pick-up starting Friday January 7 at those same sites. Be sure to remove all ornaments, lights, and stands before dropping off your tree. Decorations or tree lights, wreaths, garland, or household recyclable materials will not be accepted.
This greening tip was brought to you by SOAR's Greening and Sustainability Committee. If you have a greening tip you would like to share, please submit your tip to greening@soarchicago.org
SOAR's greening committee will meet on Monday, January 10 at 9:30 am 244 East Pearson, conference room. Please join us as we plan greening initiatives for 2011!
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Get Involved!
There are many ways to become active and engaged in SOAR's efforts in Streeterville. Volunteers can contribute through one-time efforts, work on special events or projects, assist in the office, or participate on an ongoing basis with SOAR's task forces and committees. Streeterville residents 18 years or older are invited and encouraged to get involved. For specific volunteer opportunities, please visit SOAR's website.
Condo Coffee Volunteer
Condo Coffees take place in Streeterville condo buildings on Saturday mornings usually from 9:00-11:00 a.m. We can always use new faces to help us reach out to residents during the Coffee or to help with set-up and tear-down.
If you would like to help us host a Coffee in your building, let us know. All we need from you is a contact or an introduction to whomever it is that makes those decisions and we will do the rest. If you have questions about anything Condo Coffee related, email Sue Graff or call 312.280.2596.
For additional opportunities to make a difference in Streeterville, please volunteer!
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| Contact SOAR | |
Phone: 312.280.2596
Mail: Streeterville Organization of Active Residents
244 E. Pearson St. Suite 102
Chicago, IL 60611 |
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