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SOAR's Response to Recent Criminal Activity in Streeterville
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Residents of Streeterville have long enjoyed a relatively safe neighborhood, and the recent strong-arm robberies should not be characterized in a sensationalized manner to suggest that it is now dangerous to walk the streets of our neighborhood, to shop on Michigan Avenue, or visit Navy Pier and nearby beaches. Read More. |
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Pet Appreciation Event at The Park at River East, June 11
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Join other dog owners and their "best friends" for a fun-filled pet party in The Park at River East between Grand Ave. and Illinois St. just east of McClurg Ct. We will be congregating from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. Sniff out free doggie treats, free owner 'n pet caricaturist drawings, free goodie bags and other giveaways.
There will also be free hot dogs and other people refreshments.
 A number of pet services & organizations will be there, including:
- Paw-pourri Pet Care
- City Veterinarians, LLC
- K9 University (Agility Training)
- BARK Chicago & SpaBARK
- Chicago Dog Walkers
- Three Dogs Bakery
- SOAR's Pets Task Force
Stop by the PNC Bank Grand & McClurg branch at 405 East Grand Ave. or call 312.755.0405 for more information. PNC will donate $25 to the Anti-Cruelty Society for each PNC checking account opened on Saturday!! 
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Carbon Nation Movie in the Park, June 22
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**The start time of this event has moved to 8:30 pm**
Come see the locally produced movie, Carbon Nation, at Lake Shore Park on Wednesday, June 22. An interesting pre-movie program will begin at 8:30 pm with screening of the hour-and-a-half movie at about 9:00 pm.
SOAR is proud to partner with First American Bank in presenting Carbon Nation, a documentary movie about climate change solutions. Bypassing politics and finger pointing, this forward-thinking documentary zeroes in on enterprising individuals -- from a wind farmer to a solar-panel retrofitter -- who are devising business-minded ways to avert the looming climate crisis. The cross-country expedition yields encounters with Virgin Group CEO Richard Branson, Earth Day founder Denis Hayes and former CIA director James Woolsey, along with everyday pioneers in low-carbon living.
Carbon Nation is narrated by Chicago's own Bill Kurtis and co-produced by Chicagoans Craig Sieben and Karen Wiegert. Craig is CEO of Sieben Energy Associates, a leader in the field of energy management and Karen is Mayor Emanuel's newly appointed Director of Sustainability programs for the City of Chicago. At 8:30 pm before the movie, Craig and Karen will be present to share with the audience their experience in developing this ground-breaking documentary.
Please encourage your friends to share this experience with its new positive outlook on the climate change issue and proactive measures to combat climate change.Learn More.
 
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IDOT to Hold Another Public Hearing on Heliport Proposal
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On Monday May 9th IDOT informed SOAR of its intent to announce a second public hearing on the Children's Memorial Hospital (CMH) heliport proposal. The hearing will take place on Thursday June 23rd and Friday June 24th, from 4:00 pm to 9:00 PM each day, and will be held at the Arthur Rubloff Building, located at 375 E. Chicago Avenue. Please mark your calendars to attend this important community meeting.
Learn more about SOAR's involvement in this important public safety issue.
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| "Cap" Streeter & Streeterville History Night | |  The 6.06.11 Celebration and week of events continues. Join us tonight, Thursday, June 9th at 6:30 pm at the site of the Captain George W. Streeter statue (corner of Grand Ave. and McClurg Ct.) for a re-dedication of this important work and gift to the Streeterville community.
Immediately following, participants will walk 1/2 block east to Streeterville Properties for a reception and exciting presentation on the life of "Cap" Streeter and the changing face of the Streeterville neighborhood through the years. Don't miss this opportunity to meet artist and sculptor of the 8-foot bronze of Cap Streeter, Dennis Downes, and hear Richard Bales, a Cap Streeter buff and author, tell some of the great stories that created and defined our community. Find out what makes Streeterville so unique among Chicago's neighborhoods and become an expert in our history. Streeterville Properties is located at 432 E. Grand Ave, Ste. D. To learn more about this & other events, visit the 6.06.11 Day website. |
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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, July 7 at 7:00 pm, 115 W. Chicago Avenue (Access Living Building).
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Mark your calendar for these upcoming SOAR events:
June 11
PNC Pet Appreciation Event
The Park at River East (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 (Program begins at 8:30 pm)
June 23 & 24
IDOT Public Hearing on Children's Memorial Hospital Heliport Proposal
4:00 - 9:00 pm (each day)
Arthur Rubloff Building, 375 E. Chicago Avenue
Learn more about SOAR's involvement in this important public safety issue.
July 26
Streeterville Get Up and Go program in cooperation with the Streeterville
Chamber of Commerce & the Chicago Office of Tourism and Culture
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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June 14
Real Estate Review Committee (previously NATF)
6:00 pm SOAR Conference Room, 244 E. Pearson St.
You must be a SOAR member in good standing to participate on this committee.
July 25
SOAR Residential Network
"Improve Your Building's Greening and Sustainability Initiatives"
Lake Point Tower, 505 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Registration 5:30 pm, Program 6:00 pm
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Saturday, June 11 SOAR & PNC Pet Event at ParkView Park
Volunteers are needed to assist the SOAR Pets Task Force share information about current initiatives and SOAR membership opportunities. If you are interested in helping please call the SOAR office at 312.280.2596 or respond to volunteer@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 |
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