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Aldermen Town Hall, April 4
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We hope you are planning to join us for SOAR's annual "Aldermen" Town Hall. If you have not yet reserved your seat, please do so today by email or by voice mail to 312.280.2596, ext. 3.
42nd Ward Alderman Brendan Reilly will give a brief 15 minute address during which he has been asked to discuss the specific infrastructure improvements that will be made in Streeterville along with the City's rollout plans for the new ward map. After these remarks there will be a question and answer period.
SOAR has also invited 2nd Ward Alderman Bob Fioretti who is planning to attend to begin meeting his new north Streeterville constituents at a dessert reception immediately following the program.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Registration 5:30 pm, Town Hall 6:00 pm, Reception 7:00 pm
The Ritz Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel)
160 East Pearson St., Ballroom & Loge (12th Floor)
SOAR Members: No Charge
Non-Members*: $10 in advance Pay Online ($15 day of)
*Non-member fees will be applied to your SOAR membership if you choose to join at the event.
Plus, with the completion of a short SOAR survey, all attendees will be registered to win a new iPad 2, generously donated by Best Buy-The Hancock Center.
If you are interested in volunteering at this event to assist at registration or serve as a greeter, please send us an email to volunteer@soarchicago.org.
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| Streeterville Spring Cleanup, April 21 | | | Join us Saturday, April 21st RAIN or SHINE for SOAR's annual Streeterville Spring Clean Up Day!!
Volunteers will meet at Streeterville Properties, 432 E. Grand Ave. for coffee and donuts and to pick up a cleaning tool--brooms, rakes, shovels, and garbage bags will be provided. Groups will then be transported by Chicago Trolley to an assigned East/West street in Streeterville where you will make your way from Lake Shore Drive to Michigan Avenue.
Come out, meet your neighbors and join us in making a difference in our community by volunteering your time to "Make Streeterville Shine"!!
Check-In: 8:30 - 9:00 am
Clean-Up: 9:00 - 12:00 pm
The trolley will meet you back at stops along Lake Shore Drive to pick up your tools and final garbage bags. Please sign-up today by email to greening@soarchicago.org or call the SOAR office at 312.280.2596, ext. 3.
Volunteers are asked to bring gloves and rain gear (if needed).
  
Thanks to these SOAR Business Members for their support. |
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Streeterville Development Updates
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A Lakefront Protection Application has been filed for these parcels by 58 E Oak LLC.
The developer plans to demolish the existing structure and create a two-story retail/commercial space. The intent is to continue large retail display windows and high ceiling heights consistent with other properties along the street.
Alderman Reilly has requested streetscape improvements including trees in parkway planter and sidewalk paving in black concrete for the entire frontage of the proposed development.
Construction of the 70-104 East Oak Street building is scheduled to start late summer with completion targeted for June of 2013.
Review the developer's plans and Lakefront Protection Application.
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Did You Know?
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North Streeterville
SOAR campaigned to maintain the open front plaza at the John Hancock Center when enclosing it for retail stores was proposed in the 1980's.
Central Streeterville
In 2002, SOAR was the catalyst for the Centennial celebration of Engine Company 98, which was a seminal community event. SOAR also campaigned to keep the Engine Company 98 Fire Station on Chicago Avenue and the services of paramedics and firemen for faster response to buildings in Central and North Streeterville.
South Streeterville
In the mid 1990's, SOAR vigorously opposed the Central Circulator project that would have put trolley tracks and overhead wires down Illinois Street and back out Grand Avenue.
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SOAR Member Special Offer: BMO Harris Bank
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Streeterville Community Events & Programs
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Northwestern Memorial Hospital cordially invites you and the women in your life to the Women's Heart Matters spring noontime lecture series Tuesday, April 3. Explore the latest lifesaving strategies for preventing and healing matters of the heart. Programs held from noon-1 pm and are free of charge. Read More
Northwestern Integrative Medicine presents Women's Wellness: Stop the Madness! Restore the Balance. Tips and tools to balance...your diet, body, mind, hormones, metabolism and life! Saturday, April 7, 2012 at Prentice Women's Hospital from 9am-3:30pm. Learn More
The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago's Life Center is hosting a program, Lessons Learned: Taking Action, Parkinson's Disease in 2012, on April 10th in honor of Parkinson's Awareness Month. Expand your knowledge & resource connections by attending this Resource Fair & Awareness Talks. Learn More
MCA Chicago presents Culture Calalysts: Chicago's Movers & Shakers. Get to know the work of a different Chicago-based thought leader each month. Meet the artists featured in the Chicago Works series and others who influence arts and culture in Chicago. Featuring Michael Dorf on Tuesday, April 10th at 6:00 pm.
Fourth Presbyterian Church invites you to attend this FREE Michigan Avenue Forum, NATO in the Twenty-First Century: Hearing Both Sides of the Debate, on Wednesday, April 11th at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Leaders from around the world will gather in Chicago for the NATO Summit. Some view the summit as an opportunity to showcase Chicago to the world, while others object to the work of NATO and are planning large-scale protests. Learn More
Near North Chapter Lyric Opera of Chicago and the Wagner Society of America will host a "Spring Luncheon and 199th Wagner Birthday Party" at 1pm on April 22nd at the University Club of Chicago. The annual event will begin with a cash bar and luncheon, followed by a recital by Amber Wagner, one of America's most promising young sopranos. SOAR Members: $70. For more information contact LyricNNchapter@gmail.com.
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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 3rd at 7:00 pm, 115 W. Chicago Avenue (Access Living Building).
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Mark your calendar for these upcoming SOAR events:
April 4, 2012
"Aldermen" Town Hall
Time: Registration 5:30 pm, Town Hall Meeting 6:00 pm, Reception 7:00 pm
Location: The Ritz-Carlton Chicago (A Four Seasons Hotel)
RSVP Today
April 21, 2012
Streeterville Spring Cleanup
Time: 9:00 am - noon (Rain or Shine)
Kick-off with light refreshments at Streeterville Properties, 432 E. Grand Ave. RSVP Today
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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April 10
Real Estate Review Committee
6:00 pm
Streeterville Properties, 432 E. Grand Ave.
* You must be a SOAR member in good standing to participate on this committee.
April 14
Membership Committee
6:00 pm
SOAR Conference Room, 244 E. Pearson St.
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| Volunteer Opportunities | | |
Wednesday, April 4th Aldermen Town Hall
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 volunteer@soarchicago.org.
Streeterville Artisan Market Organizing Committee
SOAR will once again host the very popular Streeterville Artisan Market in early November 2012. If you are interested in volunteering to participate on the steering committee or would like to work day-of, please email the committee at artisans@soarchicago.org.
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
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Phone: 312.280.2596
Mail: Streeterville Organization of Active Residents
244 E. Pearson St. Suite 102
Chicago, IL 60611
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