StreeterFest™ is this weekend, August 27 and 28, with even more to offer than before! StreeterFest™ now features an expanded menu with neighborhood favorites like Lizzie McNeil's, Timothy O'Toole's and Pizano's Pizza (proudly owned by longtime Streeterville resident Rudy Malnati) StreeterFest™ will be cooking up something sure to please hungry fest-goers. 

Headlining the music stage on Saturday is Beatles tribute band American English. Headlining on Sunday is Dave Matthews tribute band the Trippin' Billies. Other StreeterFest™ stage acts include Chicago jazz-funksters Liquid Soul, pop/rockers South of 80 and winner of the StreeterFest™ Facebook Battle of the Bands Contest, Don't Speak: A No Doubt Tribute. StreeterFest™ will feature many local artists with one-of-a-kind arts and crafts. From the tried and true to the zany and unique, the artisans at the fest promise something for every taste! Visit the StreeterFest webpage to view the complete entertainment schedule and list of vendors. 

StreeterFest™ will have an expanded Children's Play Area, now featuring a giant inflatable Jumping Jack room on Sunday, along with supervised games and activities throughout the weekend, organized by the Chicago Park District's Summer Day Camp program, and the good folks at the Ronald McDonald House. See SOAR's website for a more detailed schedule.

We look forward to seeing you this weekend at StreeterFest™.  Be sure to stop by the SOAR booth (located just to the east of the main entrance off Chicago) to say "hi".

Marvel at the opulence of the Drake Hotel Gold Coast Room and Drake Room at the BLUEPRINTs Celebration Gala. Sip fine wine and savor an elegant dinner. Revel in the atmosphere of the most glamorous party in Streeterville.

Please join SOAR for the 6th annual BLUEPRINTs gala celebration Tuesday, September 27, 2011. Enjoy cocktails and preview the silent auction beginning at 6:30 pm followed by an elegant three course dinner in the Gold Coast Room at 7:30 pm.

Enjoy the music and opportunity to visit with friends and neighbors. Architect honoree, Laurence O. Booth, will be presented with the Vision into Reality award.

For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit the BLUEPRINTs 2011 webpage.

Community Meeting for Two Streeterville Planned Developments  

Streeterville Community Events & Programs

Join Northwestern Memorial's Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute tonight (8/25) at dusk at Lake Shore Park for Night at the Movies, featuring Raiders of the Lost Ark.

Be one of the first to view the beautiful new Ogden International School of Chicago facility located at 24 West Walton. Join Friends of Ogden on Sunday, August 28th at 3 pm for a tour of the school with a reception to follow. Learn More.  

The Anti-Cruelty Society's Rehab Bark-B-Que takes place at Oak Street Beach Food + Drink on August 31 (rain date Sept. 1) from 5:30-8:30 pm. Come with or without your dog, this annual end-of-summer celebration supports the rehab centers that help save lives every day! Learn More  

The Building Group, invites you to join them on Tuesday, September 6 from 7-9 pm, when Illinois Senate President John J. Cullerton will present "How changes in legislature affect Condominium Associations." To Register & Learn More

First American Bank is a proud sponsor of "Cell Phone for Soldiers" thru the 10 year anniversary of Sept. 11. Cell Phones for Soldiers is asking to support the troops by donating old cell phones. Proceeds will be used to purchase calling cards for our troops so they can stay connected with their families. Stop by the branch at 639 N. Fairbanks to drop off your used cell phones. More Info  

The Center for Life and Learning at Fourth Presbyterian Church will host their Autumn Open House this year on Thursday, September 8, 10:00am-noon at Fourth Presbyterian Church, 126 E Chestnut Street, in Anderson Hall. No RSVP necessary. This is a great opportunity to learn more about their programs and see what is being offered for the year.  

Safety and Security 

The next CAPS meeting for South Streeterville, North Streeterville, Gold Coast and Near North West will be held on Thursday, September 1st at 7:00 pm, 115 W. Chicago Avenue (Access Living Building).

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.