Volunteers Needed for Streeterville Spring Clean Up

Saturday, April 16th

Come join us on Earth Day in our effort to keep our community clean and green, Saturday, April 16, 2011, 9:00 am - noon, Rain or Shine.  The event will kick-off with light refreshments from Fox & Obel at Streeterville Properties, 432 E. Grand Ave.  Sign up by e-mail  or call the SOAR office at 312.280.2596.

Thanks to the following SOAR business members for their support:

SOAR Strives for Sustainability: Celebrate Earth Hour 

Earth Hour 2011 is Saturday, March 26, 8:30-9:30 pm. 

Presented locally by ComEd, Earth Hour is a global movement in support of a more sustainable future for our planet. Last year, hundreds of millions around the world turned out their lights in support of Earth Hour. 

Watch the Official Earth Hour 2011 Video

Earth Hour 2011 is about going beyond the hour. We're asking everyone to take additional steps in their daily lives to make our world a better place. This could mean riding your bike to work once a week, starting a recycling program at your school or office, or simply being more mindful of electricity usage in your home or business.

Together, our actions add up.

Construction Update

What should you do on those weeks you don't receive SOAR News Briefs?  Visit SOAR's website for up to date information on construction in Streeterville!

NMH's childcare parking garage utility update

The Water ("H20") utility tie in work for NMH's childcare parking garage will return to Ontario Street today, March 23, 2011.  This work will be the most involved of the utilities.

The work will start on the south side of Ontario from our property and work north across Ontario.  First, traffic will be permitted through the north lane while work starts on the south side of Ontario.  Second, when the work moves to the north side of Ontario the south traffic lane will be open to traffic.   Finally, the City of Chicago Water Department will inspect the pipe and authorize the water cutoff.  The Water Department actually performs the tie-in with the assistance from the utility contractor.  The City of Chicago will notify the affected buildings of the time for H20 cut-off.

In some instances the Water Department will schedule the tie-in for nighttime hours. However, it's the City who ultimately makes the decision.

SOAR Member Benefits

SOAR members enjoy $39 tickets to any Thursday or Friday performance of Ethan Frome through April 1, 2011.  Use discount code SOAR when buying online or calling the box office at 312.337.0665.

Streeterville Community Updates 

Chicago Children's Museum

SOAR is excited to learn that the Children's Museum is in discussions to stay and expand at Navy Pier.  We think that the museum is an asset to Navy Pier and Streeterville and hope that it grows and becomes an even greater attraction!   

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Chicago Park District

Summer 2011 Program Session Dates

 
Program information available for viewing online: Monday, March 21

Online registration begins: Monday, April 4 at 9:00 am
In-person registration at most parks* begins: Saturday, April 9
Online registration ends: Monday, May 30
General summer program session runs the weeks of:  

Monday, June 13 - Sunday, August 21

Safety and Security Tip 

18th District Community Alert: Financial Exploitation of the Elderly 

There have been multiple financial crimes reported in the 18th District involving cash and credit card scams being perpetrated against Senior Citizens.  Building managers and doorman are asked to be particularly vigilant.  If you suspect an elderly tenant may be a victim of this type of crime, please call 911. Learn More

CAPS meetings for South Streeterville, North Streeterville, Gold Coast and Near North West are held on the third Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm, 115 W. Chicago Avenue (Access Living Building).

This safety tip was brought to you by SOAR's Safety and Security Committee.  If you have a safety tip you would like to share, please submit your tip safety@soarchicago.org

SOAR Committee Meetings

March 30   

Editorial Board Meeting (SOAR Newsletter) 

6:00 - 7:00 pm SOAR office, 244 E. Pearson St.

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.