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Dear Neighbor,
On July 9, 2013, the Illinois legislature voted to override Gov. Quinn's veto of the "conceal and carry" bill that passed earlier in the year. This means the legislature's "conceal and carry" bill became law despite Governor Quinn's concerns. A provision in the bill allowed municipalities 10 days from the time of passage to pass an assault weapons ban. So, on July 17, 2013, the Chicago City Council held a special council meeting to pass a ban on assault weapons and an ordinance that creates "safety zones" in school safe passage routes. I voted YES on both ordinances and both passed 46 to 0.
Here is a snapshot of the ordinances:
- The assault weapons ban, now in place, prohibits:
- any semiautomatic rifle or handgun that is capable of accepting a detachable magazine and has at least one military feature;
- any shotgun capable of accepting a detachable magazine, has at least one military feature or has a fixed capacity of more than five rounds,
- any weapon with a fixed magazine of more than 15 rounds. Lawful owners of assault weapons have 60 days to legally dispose of their guns or remove them from the City.
- The Safe Passage ordinance creates school safety zones within 1,000 feet of a school. These zones are in effect during school's operating hours, from 6am to 7pm. The zones include parks and all streets along a safe passage route. Anyone convicted of a gun crime (e.g., possessing a gun, ammunition or another dangerous weapon) within these zones face a fine of up to $5,000 and 30 days in jail for the first offense and to up to $20,000 and six months in prison for the third violation.
Why did I vote for these two ordinances?
Critics argue that assault weapons bans are ineffective since most gun crimes are not committed with assault weapons. Critics of the ordinances also argue that creating safety zones and penalties will not deter gang members from committing crimes. They argue fines and increased jail sentences are not deterrents. Do I think these ordinances will significantly decrease gun violence? Probably not. That said, as legislators in Chicago we legislate on what we can. I say this because the Illinois "conceal and carry" bill that just passed preempts much of what Chicago can do as it relates to gun legislation. For example, some years back Chicago passed an ordinance banning the sale and use of armor piercing bullets in Chicago. The "conceal and carry" bill preempts the Chicago ordinance and now allows armor piercing bullets. In many ways, the Illinois law diminishes what Chicago can do to combat gun violence. So I voted for these ordinances because every level of government has a responsibility to address gun violence. Chicago has done its part. Now we need Congress to act. You might ask why Congress fails to act especially after promising to take action after each mass shooting. The truth is that special interest groups like the National Rifle Association (NRA) suppress any meaningful attempts to reform gun laws. The NRA has pumped over $32 million into the campaign coffers of Congress.
Chicago's gun violence is not caused by law-abiding gun owners. Chicago's problem is illegal guns and the illegal gun supply chain. Most legislators just want to stem the flow of illegal guns by requiring smart gun technology. This technology can ensure that only the legal owner of a gun can fire the gun. In Chicago, most guns used in crimes were once purchased legally and then became "lost" to the streets through a secondary market or via a straw purchaser. Smart gun technology would make it nearly impossible for guns to change hands and flow freely. The NRA has thwarted every attempt to discuss smart gun technology. In February, I published an op-ed in the Chicago Tribune on requiring gun liability insurance as a precondition of gun ownership. This is just one idea to address the flow of illegal guns but there are many more out there. Unfortunately, the NRA uses law-abiding gun owners as a cover for gun manufacturers who want to produce as many guns as possible for as cheaply as possible. So finally, I gave my input on the City Council floor (click here to view, my comments begin at the 37:40 mark). The debate on balancing the Constitution's second amendment rights with the flow of illegal guns must continue. I welcome your thoughts on these matters.
Please remember that this weekend is BenFest at St. Benedict Parish and School. Join me in supporting this wonderful neighborhood institution. More information on the event is on our website. Have a great weekend!
Sincerely, 
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| Ticketing, late fees for City Stickers started July 16
The Office of the City Clerk recommends that motorists buying their Chicago City Vehicle Stickers this week do so in-person, rather than online or in the mail. To find an in-person location, click here.
The final day to buy Chicago City Vehicle Stickers in-person without penalty was Monday, July 15 and enforcement began Tuesday, July 16. Tickets are a minimum of $200. In addition to the ticket fine, violators are required to purchase a full-priced Chicago City Vehicle Sticker AND pay a late fee of $60, for a total of at least $345 in tickets and fees for most passenger vehicles. Motorists who avoid tickets and purchase a Chicago City Vehicle Sticker after July 16 will still be required to purchase a full-priced sticker AND pay a late fee of $60, or a total of $145 for most passenger vehicles. The cost of a Chicago City Vehicle Sticker purchased before July 16 is $85 for most passenger vehicles and $135 for large passenger vehicles.
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Permit Parking Zone Signs Delayed
Please note that a number of changes to permit parking zone signs have been delayed. We have been in touch with the Department of Transportation, the Chicago Police and the Department of Finance enforcement personnel to make sure everyone is aware. We passed an ordinance to consolidate Zone 97 into Zone 960 with no changes in time restrictions. The three blocks posted with zone 97 will become Zone 960. We passed an ordinance to change the time restrictions and consolidate Zones 1618 with 1619 on the 4300 blocks of Claremont and Bell, respectively, so that both are Zone 1618 with the effective hours of 7pm to 7am for all days. If you were issued a Zone 97 or Zone 1619 city sticker please contact bill@chicago47.org right away. We had also passed ordinances to restore the permit parking Zone 62 to the 4600 block of N Wolcott. Signs will be posted soon; in the meantime all residents of this block had the option to get the zone sticker.
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2013 Street Sweeping
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Upcoming
Ward Nights
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Wednesdays5:00pm to 7:15pm
July 24 July 31 August 14
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2013-2014 Residential Pickup Permits Now Available
If you drive a pickup truck or van for your personal use, you need a residential permit to park legally overnight on a residential street.
Simply bring your truck/van into the 47th Ward Office. Note your city sticker and license plate numbers. 47th Ward staff will ensure the truck is not used for commercial use and issue you a permit.
More information is available here. If you have any questions please contact the 47th Ward Office.
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LV2 Parking Stickers for Night Baseball
If you need your LV2 parking pass you can come into our office. Bring proof of residence, your license plate number and your city sticker number. More information on the LV2 parking zone can be found on our website.
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Welcome New Business: Johnny Casserole, 4019 N. Damen
 Johnny Casserole will be opening the doors to John & Jane Q. Public on July 22, Monday at 4:30pm (Alderman Pawar will be there!). JC will be serving six daily rotating casserole selections for dining in, including multiple salads, a soup of the day, and full service coffee & espresso provided by Big Shoulders Coffee, Chicago. Visit JC on Tuesdays through Saturdays, from 8:00am to 9:00pm, and on Sundays, from 8:00am to 8:00pm. JC also offers hot or cold delivery & catering.
Johnny Casserole began in 2010 as a casserole delivery service only with freshly made (never frozen!) casseroles delivered ready to bake. First considering operating out of a food truck, JC made a "U-turn" when they found their space on Damen. Hopefully in the near future they will revive the food truck concept. |
Illinois Bike Transportation Plan
Illinois' first ever state-wide Bicycle Transportation Plan is being developed this year and it needs your input. Public meetings will be held across the state, an online webinar will be held July 30th and an online survey has been posted to share ideas, concerns, and stories. Our office will be participating in the online webinar and will report back in August on some of the finer points of the plan. Want to help? Want more info? Log on to www.IllinoisBikePlan.com for more information.
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Public Meeting to Discuss USACE Work on Chicago River
The western boundary of our ward is the Chicago River. Here is some important news that will be occurring across the river from us:
The Chicago Park District will convene a meeting next week to discuss USACE's (US Army Corps of Engineers) progress on the design and implementation of the Horner Park Riverfront project. It has an ambitious plan that currently includes re-grading 2,600 feet of river bank, providing access to the shoreline, restoring approximately ten acres of Oak Savannah habitat and creating four vernal pool wetlands. The project will affect 14 acres of Horner Park and has a budget of over $4 Million with bids scheduled to go out this fall. The date for that meeting is next Tuesday July 23, at 7:00pm in the Horner Park Fieldhouse, 2741 W. Montrose.
Some concerns have recently arisen over the number of large trees (over 50) that apparently would be destroyed as part of this project and the impact on the Bird Sanctuary located there. Everyone is encouraged to visit the affected area along the river and note the marked trees.
It should be an exciting and informative meeting. All interested parties are invited to attend and voice their opinion.
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Dara Reports
You should have received the second-installment property tax bills by now with a due date of August 1. If you have any questions about your tax bill, please contact the Cook County Treasurer's Office at 312.443.5100.
The Assessor's Office has been informed that taxpayers are being solicited by people claiming to work at the Cook County Assessor's Office. These solicitors have been telling tax payers that they have missing exemptions and are encouraging taxpayers to hire them to file Certificates of Error on their behalf. The Assessor wants taxpayers to be aware that they do not need representation to file for a Certificate of Error. Click here to download the Certificate of Error form. Taxpayers may also call the Assessor's office at (312) 443-7550 and request that the exemption form be mailed.
Summer Safety Tips for Pets
- Protection from Heat in Cars - don't leave pets in a car alone - EVER!
- Proper Outdoor Housing and Water - that means shade.
- Protection from Over-Exertion - panting, disorientation, anxious expression, weakness - lower their temperature gradually & call the vet.
- Hot Asphalt and Feet Protection - keep to the sidewalk or grass.
- Beach and Water Safety - don't throw your dog in the water, start in shallow water, never leave them unattended.
- Safety in Travel - fresh water, bowl, ice-packs in their crate, sunshade on the car windows, spray bottle with water to cool him down.
- Parasite Prevention - heartworm happens even in the city.
- Plan Ahead for Summer Vacations - plan ahead, arrange for careful, responsible care. It will bring peace of mind
Native Plants and Hardy Perennials will be available through the fall for anyone who wants to garden on a parkway or corner. We have a sample corner plot drawing from Designer Rinda West, a neighbor and gifted landscape designer. Lists of native plants and other resources are also available on our website.
Our friends at The Rogers Park Garden Group send out an informative and inspiring email newsletter. If you would like to receive it email them here.
Two articles were especially interesting to me:
Chicago Grows Green Guide
Midwest Permaculture Guide
Air Pollution Action Day The Partners for Clean Air and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) may issue Air Pollution Action Days this summer. These occur when high temperatures and low wind speeds trap air pollutants resulting in increased and unhealthy levels of ozone and particulate matter for sensitive populations in the Chicago metropolitan area. For more information, please visit www.cleantheair.org.
Join Archeworks 2013-14 Sustainable Urban Design Certificate Program and
collaborate on exciting public interest design partnerships. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit an application by August 12, 2013. The program starts in late September, 2013. Visit archeworks.org for more information and to download application materials.
Archeworks is a multidisciplinary design educator that advances design in
the public interest and inspires collaborative action to shape healthy,
sustainable and equitable communities.
Thoughts from Pete Leki, Ecology Teacher at Waters School. Summer is upon us. Think about this heat and humidity. Think about standing in Lincoln Square, near the Walgreens, the Sun blazing down, the asphalt and concrete radiating back, the exhausts of buses and trucks and cars clinging to the moist droplets hanging in the air. It is enough to cause a shut down.
Now, walk four blocks south, two blocks west, on the same sweltering day, and stand next to the native gardens ablaze with Beebalm, False sunflower, Queen of the prairie, yellow come flower, purple coneflower, flea bane and butterfly weed. The air is sweet, sweet, rich and thick, like a giant hug into the bosom of mother earth. Birds, bugs, butterflies. Same day, different place. One is Hell and one is Heaven. We have created both of them. Please come by, close your eyes and breathe in the summer air as it was meant to be.
The Tree House Working Cats Project is a "green" program that relocates sterilized, vaccinated feral cats-that would otherwise have been euthanized-to locales that have problems with rats and mice. Rodents are repelled by the cats' scent, and leave areas with cats. Most cats will hunt and catch rodents on occasion, but if they are fed regularly, cats usually won't eat them. Traditional methods commonly used to control rats tend to be short-term and not permanent solutions. Many involve poison, which is dangerous to pets and the environment.
To see a fact sheet on the program, please click here. If you are interested in learning more about how you can adopt some working cats, please contact Treehouse's TNR Hotline at: 773-784-5488 ext. 234 or kari@treehouseanimals.org.
Free Summer Meal for All Children 18 and Under. Did you know that 1 out every 5 kids in Cook County doesn't know where their next meal is coming from? Find a nearby location at 800-359-2163 or www.summerfeedingillinois.org.
Volunteers wanted for Dancing in the Square on Thursday evening August 15. This free family friendly fun event combines performance and dance lessons by three of Northcenter's best dance groups-Perceptual Motion, Inc. (Modern dance), Flamenco Arts (Flamenco) and Read My Hips (Middle Eastern Dance). The event is from 7:00 to 8:00 pm on Thursday August 15 in the NorthCenter Town Square at Belle Plaine and Damen. We need help with a variety of tasks both prior to the event and day of. Please contact Lin Shook at pmidance@gmail.com or call 773 549-3958 for more information.
Volunteer Service in 47th Ward. Are you looking for a rewarding and enjoyable way to be involved and serve your community? Do you like talking to people and helping them find solutions to problems? If you have a morning or afternoon a week, please volunteer and join us in the 47th Ward Service Office.
Bring in Your Old Linens. When you clean out your linen closet please think of the abandoned pets who are awaiting their forever homes at local shelters and foster homes. Bring us your old towels, blankets and sheets and we will deliver them.
Sulzer needs your old games. Thanks to our neighbors who have donated games for the Sulzer's Game Night! If you have games that your family no longer uses, please bring them to the 47th Ward Office or to Sulzer Library. Their ever-popular "Game Night" could use a few more board games like Sorry, Chess, Life, Uno, Jenga, Rummy Cube, etc.
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Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St. 773-769-4451
Now Playing through August 11, Aint No Crying the Blues: In Memory of Howlin Wolf.
This highly acclaimed musical returns to Black Ensemble Theater and has been impressing critics of many Chicago newspapers.
http://boxoffice.printtixusa.com/blackensemble/eventcalendar
Julius Meinl Events, 4363 N. Lincoln Ave. 773- 868-1876
July 20, Saturday, 8-11 PM (free) Aaron Koppel Duo-Jazz guitar and upright bass
For complete list of Julius Meinl events: http://northamerica.meinl.com/events_music
Rivendell Theatre 5779 N. Ridge Ave. 773-334-7728
July 30, Tuesday, 7:30 PM ($15) Lincoln Square Theater Presents a staged reading of The Romans: Episode Primus
Katerina's, 1920 W. Irving Park Rd. 773-348-7592
July 20, Saturday, 10:00 PM Paulinho Garcia Quartet ($10 Cover)
For complete list of Katerina's upcoming events: http://www.katerinas.com/entertainment.php
The Public House Theater, 3220 N. Lincoln Ave. 800-650-6449
June-July, Fridays and Saturdays, 8 PM-10 PM Bye Bye Liver
"Bye Bye Liver is a series of outrageous sketches, all centered around the one thing that connects all of Chicago...alcohol!"
http://www.publichousechicago.com/
Cornservatory Corn Productions, 4210 N. Lincoln Ave 773-650-1331
June 1st-Aug 17th Saturdays, 11 PM The Variety Show: A Drinking Game Performance!
"Corn Productions is putting up a revue of all of our favorite sketches from the past four years of Variety Show in The Best of the Variety Show - A drinking Game Performance. Each show is so packed full of crowd pleasing favorites, we're not sure you're going to be able to fit any drinking in between laughs."
http://cornservatory.org/
Transistor Chicago, 3819 N Lincoln Ave 773-642-9539
July 18, Friday, 7 PM Group 312 Films Reprospective
"Founded in 2001, Gourp312 Films is a not-for-profit artists' collective of experimental and independent film makers who agree to make one short film a month. Each month has a theme that the individual film makers use as inspiration for their work. The result is a range of styles, including abstract, animation and traditional narrative films."
http://www.transistorchicago.com/calendar
Martyr's, 3855 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-404-9494
July 19, Friday, 9 PM, Jonas Friddle & The Majority (Tickets--$10 advance, $12 at the door)
Jonas Friddle & The Majority arrived on the scene simultaneously debuting two records on March 24th, 2012. The Chicago-based "orchestral folk" group is comprised of a string section, brass, organ, banjo and drums.
http://www.martyrslive.com/
Old Town School of Folk Music4544 N. Lincoln Ave. 773-728-6000
July 26, Friday, 8:30 PM Cambalache (Tickets--$20)
"Cambalache, meaning "exchange," is a Chicano-Jarocho group based in East Los Angeles. Founded in 2007 and led by César Castro, a sonero, maestro and luthier from Veracruz, Mexico, Cambalache plays and promotes traditional Son Jarocho through performance, music workshops, and educational demonstrations. In the spirit of the fandango, a traditional celebration of music and dance, Cambalache engages its audience through participatory performances."
http://www.oldtownschool.org/concerts/
Dancing in the Square, North Center Town Square, 4100 N. Damen Ave. 773-549-3958
August 15, Thursday, 7-8 PM (free)
A FREE evening of performances, dance lessons, food and fun!
Tribal Bellydance by Read My Hips, Flamenco by Flamenco Arts and Modern Dance by Perceptual Motion Inc.
www.perpetualmotiondance.com
Summer Festivals & Series
Lincoln Square Summer Concert Series, Giddings Plaza 4731 N. Lincoln Ave.
July 25, Thursday, 6:30-9 PM Juke Box Heroes (free)-Classic Hits
Series is June 6-August 29, Thursdays 6:30-9 PM (free)
For the complete Summer Concert Listings Series: http://www.lincolnsquare.org/pages/SummerConcertSeries/
Shakespeare at Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave. 312-742-7511
August 16 and 17, Saturday and Sunday, at 6:30pm (free)--Two free performances of The Comedy of Errors at the Welles Park Gazebo (2330 W. Sunnyside) on Friday and Saturday. Sponsored by the Chicago Shakespeare Theater.
Movies in the Parks, Chicago Park District,June 13th-September 14th Movies in the Parks are here! The Chicago Park District will be showing free movies through September 14th (free)! For a complete schedule of the summer movie series, click here.
Benfest
July 19-July 21, Friday 4-11PM, Saturday 2-11PM, Sunday 1-7PM
St. Benedict courtyard; Leavitt from IPR to Byron; Byron from Leavitt to Bell
2215 W. Irving Park, 3900-3943 N. Leavitt, 2200-2228 W. Bell
Sponsored by St. Benedict Parish & School
Ravenswood ArtWalk, 1802 W. Berteau Ave. Suite #201. info@ravenswoodartwalk.org
October 4-October 6: Friday 7-10:30PM, Saturday 11AM-9:30PM; Sunday 11AM-6PM
Outdoor location is parking lot, SW corner Ravenswood/Wilson
Ravenswood and Wilson, SW corner
Ravenswood ArtWalk
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Controlling Mosquitoes
The Chicago Dept. of Public Health (CDPH) will increase its level of larval and adult mosquito control. The most important steps for combating West Nile Virus (WNV) are the common sense personal precautions that every resident can take.
CDPH is highly recommending residents take the following steps to avoid West Nile Virus:
- Use insect repellant containing DEET, Picaridin, or Oil of Lemon Eucalyptus.
- Consider limiting outdoor activity after dark (dusk to dawn), which is when Northern House Mosquito is most active.
- When outside between dusk and dawn, wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing that includes long pants, long-sleeved shirts, socks and shoes.
- Check to see that all screen on doors and windows are tight-fitting and free of holes and tears.
- Encourage neighbors to exercise precautions.
To limit mosquito breeding opportunities, CDPH officials recommend:
- Draining and replacing water in birdbaths and children's backyard wading pools every four to five days;
- Properly disposing of old tires, jars, cans, pans, bottles, buckets and other unwanted containers that can hold standing water;
- Making sure that rain gutters, downspouts, swimming pools and pool covers are free of standing water;
- Keeping grass and weeds cut short to eliminate hiding places for adult mosquitoes
For prevention tips and updates on West Nile Virus activity in Chicago, click here. For an expert national perspective on West Nile Virus, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) here.
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Friends of the Chicago River's Canoe Trips
Have you always wanted to canoe along the Chicago River - the western boundary of the ward!?
Saturday August 17th - 10AM - 4 PM - North Branch - Paddle the Ralph Freese Trail starting at Willow Road and paddling through the prettiest sections of the Forest Preserves down to Linne Woods just north of Dempster St. (This route was by far, my favorite trip!)
Saturday September 7th -11AM - 3PM - Downtown Canyons - If you missed the 6/29 trip definitely sign up for this one; it's a spectacular trip.
Saturday September 28th - 6PM - 10PM - Moonlight Paddle - The premier trip we offer. Paddle out into the Skokie Lagoons as the sun sets. See lots of wildlife; including all three species of heron and possibly even cormorant, all native to our area. After a stop on land to hear the story of how the Lagoons were made and a snack, you'll get back in your canoe and paddle back to the launch site under the moonlight. It's a truly magical night. Friends Canoe Program is unique in that each trip is led by trained canoe guides. Before getting in the boat you'll receive safety & paddling instructions. Then when you're on the water, the guides will offer you paddling advice, assistance, answer questions about the ecology or history of the area, and ensure your safety.
By taking these tours, you're supporting the ONLY non-profit that is working to make the Chicago River one of the world's greatest metropolitan rivers. To register on line go to www.chicagoriver.org or call Friends of the Chicago River at 312-939-0490, X10. For more information contact Claire Snyder at 312-939-0490, Ex 14. csnyder@chicagoriver.org.
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47th Ward Infrastructure Update
Check out the infrastructure map on our webpage!
Lawrence Avenue Streetscape
The Lawrence Ave. Streetscape will be starting construction in the coming weeks. Currently surveying and preparatory work is being done on the electrical system and removal of buried, outdated street car tracks. Once the roadway is restriped and traffic light timing is complete work on the sidewalks will begin on the northwest corner of Damen and Lawrence and head west on the North side of the street to Western Ave.
Note: there will be NO MEDIAN PLANTERS. While some work is being done in the middle of the street, there is a rumor that has come up that there would be median planters such as on Irving Park or Ashland. We have posted a draft of the streetscape design on our website if you would like to review the details. There may be slight variations but the project will include:
- 3 traffic lanes (east, west, and center bi-directional turn lane)
- improved stop light timing
- marked bike lanes
- widened sidewalks with landscaping and permeable pavers
- bump-outs narrowing pedestrian crossing distance
- intersections without turn lane requirements there may be pedestrian islands
- improved crosswalk timing
- over 200 trees along the sidewalks
- improvements to Claremont Plaza
- pedestrian friendly alley connection to Giddings Plaza
Work on the sidewalks will be begin on the north side of Lawrence at Damen working to Western Ave. and back to Damen by November. Next year the project will be completed from Damen to Clark St.
Water Main for 1600-1800 W. Berteau
City Crews from the Dept. of Water Management completed replacement of this 1899 water main under Berteau between Ravenswood and Ashland. DWM has completed their restoration work, CDOT will be through to resurface the street in the coming weeks. To see the residents' notice, please click here.
Water Main for 2000-2220 W. Berteau (Bell to Damen)
City Crews from the Dept. of Water Management will begin work replacing the 1894 water main under Berteau Ave. from Bell to Damen. Parking restrictions will be posted and are enforced during designated times M-F. To see the residents' notice, please click here. Water Main for 2000-2100 W. Hutchinson (Damen to Lincoln) City Crews from the Dept. of Water Management will begin work soon replacing the 1897 water main under Hutchinson St. between Damen and Lincoln. Parking restrictions will be posted and are enforced during designated times M-F. To see the residents' notice, please click here.
METRA Traffic Closures and Detours Around Ravenswood Avenue Parking restrictions and detours may be re-opened, when possible, and re-closed once work is ready to resume. Walsh Construction is continuing to work with our office to minimize closures and parking restrictions, and reduce their construction footprint as much as possible while getting their work done. For more information, visit the infrastructure section of our website or contact Bill Higgins at bill@chicago47.org or 773-549-2745. |
Events from FOUND Chicago
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Cocktails for Canines
JULY 26 from 7pm to 10pm!!!
Our friends at Parlour on Clark (6341 N. Clark St) are hosting us again for our Cocktails for Canines event! There will be drink specials, raffle prizes and tons of fun! Come party with us!
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Taste of Lincoln Beer Tent
Found Chicago is manning a beer tent at the Taste of Lincoln
Saturday July 27 from 11:30am to 10:30pm and Sunday July 28 from 11:30am to 10pm. This is a great fundraiser for us and we can really use some extra helping hands. If you can work a shift please email volunteer@foundchicago.org.
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Welles Park's Wonderful Summer Concert Series
Each Tuesday through August 27, Welles Park plays host to some amazing local performers in all genres in this family-friendly, picnic-friendly series. All shows begin at 6:30pm and most consist of two sets with a short intermission, wrapping up before it gets dark, at around 8:30pm. Bring a blanket, some dinner or beverages, and some friends, and enjoy music in the park every week! They'll also offer light snacks for sale at most shows. Download a pdf flyer to print here.
7/23: The Dill Costa Quintet
7/30: The Lawrence Peters Outfit
8/6: Ligon & McDonough
8/13: Merit School of Music Wind Symphony
8/20: Jim Gill children's show
8/27: Aloha Lives joined by students of Ke Kula
The Welles Park Advisory Council would like to extend very special thanks to this year's series sponsors: Welles Park Parents Association Baseball, The Gene and Rosemary Schulter Foundation, State Senator Heather Steans, and Alderman Ameya Pawar.
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July at Sulzer Library - Cool, Enlightening Summer Fun!
Book Discussion Groups
Great Books Club - Thu., July 25 at 7:00 p.m.
Family Programs - advanced registration is required
Story Films Wednesdays in July at 11:00 a.m. appropriate for all ages
Final Cut Film Club - Tue., July 23 at 6:00 p.m., Tue., July 30 at 6:00 p.m.
Dinosaur Design with Margy Dunne - Mon., July 22 at 6:30 p.m. Ages 5-8
The Math and Science Behind Making Music - Tue., July 23 at 11:00 a.m. ages 6 and up
Whatcha Mean, What's a Zine? - Thu., July 25 at 6:00 p.m. ages 12 and up
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POV Film Screenings and Discussions
at Sulzer Library Auditorium, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
NEUROTYPICAL by Adam Larsen on Tuesday, July 30, 2013 6:30 p.m.
Neurotypical is an unprecedented exploration of autism from the point of view of autistic people themselves. Four-year-old Violet, teenaged Nicholas and adult Paula occupy different positions on the autism spectrum, but they are all at pivotal moments in their lives. How they and the people around them work out their perceptual and behavioral differences becomes a remarkable reflection of the "neurotypical" world - the world of the non-autistic - revealing inventive adaptations on each side and an emerging critique of both what it means to be normal and what it means to be human. "This event is a collaboration with POV, PBS' award-winning nonfiction film series." http://www.pbs.org/pov. Neurotypical will broadcast on PBS's POV series on July 29, 2013.
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Community Events
For details on the events listed below, please see the events section of our website.
July 19 Friday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Lillstreet Gallery Reception for Artist-in-Residence exhibition
LillStreet Art Center, 4401 N. Ravenswood Avenue
July 19 Friday 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Chase Park Movie: Annie
Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue
July 21 Sunday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
PAWS Chicago's Angels with Tails
4700 block of N. Lincoln Av, from Book Cellar/Chopping Block south to about Potbelly
July 24 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Lillstreet's Emerging Artist Lecture by Mike Gibisser
Lillstreet Loft, 4401 N. Ravenswood Ave
July 25 Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Jukebox Heroes (Classic Hits)
Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue
July 27 Saturday 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Rummage Sale at Ravenswood Covenant Church
Ravenswood Evangelical Covenant Church, 4900 N. Damen Avenue
July 28 Sunday 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Rummage Sale at Ravenswood Covenant Church
Ravenswood Evangelical Covenant Church, 4900 N. Damen Avenue
July 30 Tuesday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Neurotypical: Film by Adam Larsen
Sulzer Regional Library Auditorium, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
July 31 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
The Basics of Using LinkedIn
Sulzer Regional Library Auditorium, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
August 1 Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Petra Van Nuis Quintet (Jazz Dixieland)
Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue
August 4 Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
31st Annual GWCA Garden Walk
Graceland West Community Association, Montrose-Clark-Irving Park-Ashland
August 7 Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Chicago's Speed Demons: Early Cars and Motorcycles in Chicago
Sulzer Regional Library Auditorium, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
August 8 Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
The Flat Cats (Swing)
Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue
August 15 Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Melanie Budd (Pop Country)
Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue
August 15 Thursday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Dancing in the Square
Northcenter Town Square, 4100 N. Damen Avenue
August 16 Friday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Shakespeare at Welles Park (Friday)
Welles Park Gazebo, 2330 W. Sunnyside Avenue
August 16 Friday 6:47 PM - 7:30 PM
Hawaiian Evening at Bethany Retirement Community
Bethany Retirement Community, 4950 N. Ashland Avenue
August 17 Saturday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Shakespeare at Welles Park (Saturday)
Welles Park Gazebo, 2330 W. Sunnyside Avenue
August 22 Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Check with Lucy (Americana)
Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue
August 29 Thursday 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Drop Steady (Reggae)
Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue
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CAPS Meetings. If you would like to get to participate in community policing or express concerns about crime happening in your area, please consider attending your beat meetings. A schedule of beat meetings is available on our website. If you have any questions about CAPS or need additional information, please contact Jim Poole at 773-549-4462 or jim@chicago47.org. 19th District CAPS Office (All areas of the 47th Ward south of Lawrence) 312-744-0064 or CAPS019District@chicagopolice.org. 20th District CAPS Office (All areas of the 47th Ward north of Lawrence) 312-742-8770 or CAPS020District@chicagopolice.org.
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