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September 2014 NEWS FOLLOW US  
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The South Loop needs YOU!
Annual GSLA Board Elections
October 4th, 2014 from 9:00AM - 10:00AM
We meet so many great neighbors that are looking for a way to give back to our beautiful neighborhood and our annual election is the perfect opportunity to join our board and contribute! In addition, we have volunteer opportunities ranging from special projects to committee participation to board member seats.
What a perfect way to lend your time and talents to continue to develop our neighborhood into a diverse and vibrant community!
Here are some of our committees:
- Community Enhancement
- Communications (including social media)
- Condominium living associations
- Events
- Bash on Wabash festival committee
- Membership and promotion of our South Loop'on program
About our board:
We have an 11 member Board of Directors and 5 of our director positions are expiring this year. Each Board member is elected for a two-year term by the current sitting Board members. The Board then elects the officers for the upcoming terms (President and Vice President are 2 years each with the VP succeeding to the President. Nomination forms are available on our website and should be submitted either via email or to a current board member by Monday, September 29th.
We invite all community members to get involved - either by seeking Board or committee membership. If you don't feel you have the time to commit to either of those roles, we still encourage you to get involved in the community by attending community events, neighborhood and association meetings and by supporting our local businesses.
Feel free to send us an email to learn more or stop by our meeting on Saturday morning to chat with us.
Your neighbor,
Jeanette Johnson, President
Greater South Loop Association
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More South Loop News
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South Loop Community Updates Meeting
Location: Daystar, 1550 S. State Street (enter through Overflow)
Saturday, September 20th | 9AM
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Porkchop
Location: 555 S. Dearborn (South Loop location)
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Porkchop is a restaurant and bar that dishes out an urban interpretation of a Southern backwoods experience. It is an unapologetically unpretentious neighborhood party spot serving gourmet Southern comfort food and BBQ, and featuring an innovative 'lowbrow' bar program with some of the world's top whiskeys. Porkchop serves brunch, lunch, dinner and latenight on Randolph Street, and provides service for all three meal periods and late into the evening at its Hyde Park location. The music is edgy and eclectic; live music is a steady feature in Hyde Park. Porkchop offers daily drink and food specials and features a sidewalk patio in the summer.
Address: 555 S. Dearborn (South Loop location)
 Free side between 2-6 with purchase of entree
20% off between 7-10
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Art Walk & Wabash Arts Corridor CRAWL
Location: Check out map of event locations & trolley stops
When: Friday, September 19th, 4:00PM - 9:00PM
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The WAC Crawl will include a stunning array of new, large-scale street and public art, an expansive cultural program ranging from the Joffrey Ballet to blues, jazz and hip-hop performances, tours of historic and new architecture, some twenty gallery openings, and special food and drink offerings from local restaurants and bars.
The WAC Crawl in its first year was nominated by Friends of Downtown for "Best Event" as part of their 2014 "Best of Downtown" awards. In its second year, the WAC Crawl is expected to emerge as one of Chicago's major cultural events.
The Wabash Arts Corridor Crawl unleashes the unbridled talent and energy of the Wabash Arts Corridor and its partners.
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Brasserie by LM
Location: 800 South Michigan
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Brasserie by LM (800 South Michigan) has always been a great place for a pre-show dinner, whether you're heading to the Joffrey, Symphony Hall or a concert in Grant Park. They have a good drink list, satisfying desserts and a great casual vibe. Simply put, you should go... even if there is no show (but c'mon, this is the South Loop, there is usually something going on).
Brasserie by LM has been a valued GSLA business member for years. This year they're also trying lots of new things, including being one of the first South Loop restaurants to participate in the Whole Foods Chef Demo table at the recent Bash on Wabash. Their crispy pork belly, feta and watermelon salad was a big hit. But instead of waiting until next year's Bash, you should swing by for one of their upcoming special events:
Bears Game Day Special: Stop by for a $10 bratwurst, fries and beer.
Thursday, September 18: National Cheeseburger Day!
September 20 - October 5: Oktoberfest, with beer and bratwurst specials
Thursday, September 25: Burgers and Brew Night, with Pullman-based Argus Brewery.
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 Chicago Small Business ExpoUIC Form
725 W. Roosevelt Road
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 413-9875
Friday, October 3, 2014 at UIC Forum 8:30am - 3:30pm. Deadline to register online Monday, October 1st. Onsite registration available!
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 South Loop's Community CenterDaystar Center
1550 S. State Street
Chicago, IL 60605
The Daystar Center is a safe, clean neighborhood environment in the same building as the Daystar School, a pre-K to 8th grade private school.
The Daystar Center offers a variety of educational, artistic and cultural activities. Check out our calendar here!
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Become a Member or Sponsor Today!
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Greater South Loop Association
P.O. BOX 4632 - Chicago, IL 60680-4632
A non-profit 501(c)(3) neighborhood organization comprised of an alliance of residents and businesses in the South Loop.
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