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| Alderman Reilly State of the Ward Address, May 4 | | |
We are pleased to invite you to attend Alderman Brendan Reilly's
State of the Ward Address organized by the Streeterville Organization
of Active Residents (SOAR).
In this, his 4th annual address Alderman Reilly will discuss the highlights of the past year, share his personal reflections, and present his agenda for the future. The Alderman's presentation will be followed by a question and answer period.
Date: Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Location: InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile
505 N. Michigan Avenue, Seville Room
Registration: 6:30 pm
Program: 7:00 pm
If you have not done so already, please reserve your seat today by contacting the SOAR office at rsvp@soarchicago.org or 312.280.2596. Space is limited.
If you have a question for the Alderman in mind, please let us know by
submitting* your question to info@soarchicago.org.
*Alderman Reilly will consider submitted questions and provide answers as time allows.
Thanks to SOAR business member InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile for hosting this event.
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2011 Neighborhood Paper Drive , May 14 - 31
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As a part of the City of Chicago's Earth Day 2011 programs, the Department of Environment (DOE), in partnership with the waste and recyclables collection industry, has launched the 2011 Neighborhood Paper Drive, a citywide contest.
Paper collection will take place from May 14-31, 2011.
Please collect all types of paper waste (e.g. phone books, magazines, newspapers, office paper, junk mail, chip board such as cereal boxes, etc...) We will notify you of the drop off location soon.
As the inaugural 2010 winner accumulating over 10,000 pounds of paper recyclables, SOAR encourages you to start saving your paper goods now!
If you are interested in volunteering to support this event please contact us at volunteer@soarchicago.org
See you at the recycling bin!
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Streeterville Underpass Improvement Updates
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Walk/Bike/Drive over to Grand Ave. at Lower Lake Shore to observe the installation of the new mural taking place today and tomorrow (April 28 & 29).
Jane Addams Underpass (Ohio Street)
Chicago Public Art Group, with the support of Chicago Foundation for Women & the Chicago Park District, is creating a multi-media public art mosaic piece honoring the life and contributions of Jane Addams, social activist and first woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize. The mosaics will be installed on the Ohio St. pedestrian underpass leading to Jane Addams Memorial Park this summer, for all to see!! Learn more about volunteer workshop opportunities to participate in the creation of these mosaic quilts.
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Community Programs
| | NMH Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute and the Health Learning Centers present Heart Health: What Smart Women Need to Know, May 4 More
Fourth Presbyterian Church Center for Life and Learning presents The Many Faces of Fundamentalism an evening lecture series beginning May 5 More
Chicago Humanities Festival as part of their "Honoring Our Earth" series presents Gillen Wood: Reforesting the Soul at the MCA, May 7 More
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Construction Updates & Street Closures
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Visit SOAR's website and bookmark this page for up to date information on construction and street closures in Streeterville!
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SOAR Strives for Sustainability: Greening Tip
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Pay Your Bills Online
For every 38,000 bills paid online, 5,058 pounds of greenhouse gases are avoided and two tons of trees are preserved, according to NACHA, The Electronic Payments Association, a non-profit. Using direct payment also saves a person about $150 annually in stamp and check costs and late fees, NACHA estimates. Have your employer pay you through direct deposit to further cut back your paper trail.
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
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Safety and Security
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The next CAPS meeting for South Streeterville, North Streeterville, Gold Coast and Near North West will be held on Thursday, May 5th at 7:00 pm, 115 W. Chicago Avenue (Access Living Building).
This announcement 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
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| Save the Dates | |
Mark your calendar for these upcoming SOAR events:
May 4
Annual State of the Ward Address by Alderman Brendan Reilly
6:30 pm Registration, 7:00 pm Program
InterContinental Chicago Magnificent Mile, Seville Room
505 N. Michigan Ave.
May 14-31
Neighborhood Paper Drive, Bin location TBD
June 9 Harris Bank Neighbors Helping Neighbors Streeterville Cleanup Meet at Streeterville Properties, 432 E. Grand Ave., Time TBD June 11 PNC Bank Pet Friendly Day Event ParkView Park (just east of McClurg, between Illinois & Grand), 9:00 am-1:00 pm June 22 First American Bank Movie in the Park: Carbon Nation Lake Shore Park, At sunset (approx. 9:30 pm)
August 6 & 8
Beautification Walks
Saturday, August 6 10:00 am, Meet at SOAR Office, 244 E. Pearson St.
Monday, August 8 6:00 pm, Meet at Streeterville Properties, 432 E. Grand Ave.
September 16
International PARK(ing) Day, Location and time TBD
September 19
BLUEPRINTs 2011, The Drake Chicago, 6:00-9:00 pm
Visit the SOAR website for the latest information on upcoming events.
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SOAR Committee, Task Force and Council Meetings
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May 2
Greening Committee
9:30 am SOAR Conference Room, 244 E. Pearson St.
May 10
Real Estate Review Committee (previously NATF)
Presentation by Landmarks IL: Old Prentice Reuse Study
6:00 pm SOAR Conference Room, 244 E. Pearson St.
You must be a SOAR member in good standing to participate on this committee.
May 18
Skyline Village Chicago
9:00 am SOAR Conference Room, 244 E. Pearson St.
May 25
SOAR Residential Network
"Foreclosures in Condominium Buildings"
W Hotel, 644 N. Lake Shore Dr., 6th Floor Great Room 1 & 2
Registration 5:30 pm, Program 6:00 pm
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| Volunteer Opportunities | | |
Next Wednesday, May 4th Alderman State of the Ward Event
Volunteers are needed to assist with registration and check-in and to serve as greeters. If you are interested in helping please call the SOAR office at 312.280.2596 or respond to volunteers@soarchicago.org.
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.
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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 |
| Join SOAR | |
Become a member of SOAR today to enjoy all of the benefits a membership in SOAR entails. Join Now |
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