On this day in 1921, the Black Sox trial begins in Chicago.
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Dear Neighbor,
In December of 2012, the CTA eliminated the #11 Lincoln bus service between the Western Brown Line station and Fullerton. At that time, I was joined by Cmsr. John Fritchey, State Rep. Ann Williams, thousands of neighborhood residents, local businesses, chambers of commerce and other community organizations in opposing the discontinuation of the service. Since then, I have heard from many people all over the north side about how this cut continues to impact them. I have not given up hope that we can see this bus line restored.
I want to hear your story about the discontinuation of the #11 bus between the Western Brown Line and Fullerton. My office has developed a short survey so you can make your voice heard. It captures a small amount of data about this issue, and asks you to provide feedback in your own words on the elimination of the bus. We will use this data and your stories to build a case for the CTA to restore the #11 bus service.
To take the survey online, please click here. If someone you know can't complete the survey online, they can pick up a paper copy from my office at 4243 N. Lincoln Avenue. We have identified a number of neighborhood locations on and around Lincoln Avenue that will distribute paper copies as well. We will list those locations in next week's newsletter.
Thanks in advance for your participation.
Fountainhead Market
On Monday, my office hosted a community meeting to discuss the proposed Fountainhead Market for 1966 W. Montrose. I am pleased to announce that I will be introducing an ordinance lifting the packaged goods moratorium on Montrose between Ravenswood and Damen to allow the owners of Fountainhead to move forward with their proposal. This small store will be a place where people can find many of the products that are currently only available at the Fountainhead Restaurant for home consumption. I want to thank the West Ravenswood Neighbors for working closely with my office throughout this process.
Read DNAinfo's profile on Fountainhead Market by clicking here.
Ben Fest THIS WEEKEND
Ben Fest 2014 starts this afternoon an continues through Sunday at 2215 W. Irving Park Road. The fest hosts three days of family fun including great bands, cuisine from local restaurants, kids' activities and the chance to win some great prizes.
Festival Hours
Friday, 4pm to 10pm
Saturday, 1pm to 10pm
Sunday, 1pm to 7pm
Please be aware that Leavitt Street will be closed from Byron to Irving Park and that Byron is closed from Bell to Leavitt. Please plan your travel accordingly.
For more information on Ben Fest, please visit their website.
Have a great weekend!
Sincerely,
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Upcoming
Ward Nights
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Wednesdays5:00pm to 7:00pm
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Street Sweeping
From April 1 until December 1 the Department of Streets and Sanitation has sweepers working in the 47th Ward to clear debris and dust from residential and arterial streets. The schedule for street cleaning on residential and arterial streets can be found on chicago47.org.
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2014-2015 Residential Pick-up/Van Permits Available
If you are the owner of a pickup truck or van, you need a special permit to park on the residential streets in the 47th Ward.
The permits for the 2014-2015 season are now available. Please bring your registration and city sticker information into our office along with your truck to receive your permit.
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Report Graffiti
As the weather turns warmer, we are seeing more graffiti throughout Chicago. Be sure to report any graffiti to our office (info@chicago47.org, 773-868-4747), 311, or through the Chicago Works app. You'll need to know the address, type of surface tagged, and whether or not the tag is more than six feet from the ground. Graffiti that contains profanity, hate language or is done on a church or school receives special attention. The faster we remove graffiti the less likely vandals are to target that area again. Thanks for your help! |
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Job Opportunities
Chicago Fire Department The application period for the entry-level Firefighter/EMT exam is NOW OPEN and will run through September 16. This is the period of time when applicants can sign up for the exam, which will be administered on December 13 and 14, 2014. In 2006, the age to sit for the exam was 19 and the age to enter the academy was 20. CFD has lowered the age to sit for the exam and enter the academy to 18. It is their hope that younger individuals who get on the eligibility list will be motivated to attend college and stay out of trouble and will find a sense of opportunity about their futures.
To complete your application, please click here.
Job Posting
FAQ's
Albany Park Community Center APCC is currently seeking an Adult Literacy and Citizenship Coordinator. More information on this opportunity can be found in this job announcement. |
To view the 47th Ward Adoptables as a pdf, please click here. |
Register to Vote ONLINE
You can now register to vote online.
Online registration is also available in languages other than English.
Spanish: https://spanish-ova.elections.il.gov/ Chinese: https://chinese-ova.elections.il.gov/ Hindi: https://hindi-ova.elections.il.gov/ |
Pet Summer Safety Tips
- Water - Give your pets plenty of fresh, clean water. Animals can get dehydrated very quickly especially in the heat.
- Shade - Make sure your pet has a place to go to get out of the sun. Try to keep them indoors during extreme heat.
- Rest - Do not over-exercise your animal in the heat. On a sweltering day, the best time to exercise your pet is in the early morning or late evening.
- Watch - Never leave your animals alone in a parked vehicle. In extreme heat, the temperature can rise in your vehicle very quickly. This can leave your pet vulnerable to heat stroke, which can onset very quickly.
Get more tips from the Dept. of Animal Care & Control by clicking here. |
Arts & Culture in the 47th Ward: Northcenter Farmers Market
by Luis Lopez Reichling
 Neighborhood farmers markets are one of the delights of Chicago summers. Featuring farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, regional honey, cheeses and free-range meat, these markets offer healthy alternatives to supermarket fare and provide a unique opportunity for urban communities to meet and interact with local farmers. The 47th Ward hosts two weekly City of Chicago sponsored farmers markets. The Lincoln Square Farmers Market, located in the public park lot off Leland & Lincoln (just east of the Western CTA Brown Line station), is open every Tuesday from 7 AM to 1 PM, and the Northcenter Farmers Market, located in the Northcenter Town Square by the Belle Plaine streetend just west of Damen, is open every Saturday from 9 AM to 1 PM. Both offer a diversity of produce, cheese and meats that are 100% local and fresh, as well as opportunities to connect with neighbors and businesses. Last Saturday, I stopped by the Northcenter Market to check out the produce and cheeses. Families with young children, local hipsters and residents of a local senior center were shopping and socializing. "This is a wonderful way for children to know about farmers, for parents to spend time with their kids and the community to get to know each other," observed Rene Gelder, a farmer from Michigan. Farmers and produce come from Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota, Michigan and Wisconsin, and include some excellent cheeses from just outside Chicago! Throughout history, meals, food and summer markets have brought neighbors together. Don't miss the opportunity to try delicious regional products and enjoy the family-friendly ambiance at our local farmers markets! Open Tuesdays and Saturdays from June through October. For information on other Chicago farmers markets, click here. |
47th Ward A&C*
*Arts & Culture
The New Colony, 4740 N. Western Avenue
Orville and Wilbur Did It!, June 13th to July 20th Witness firsthand the ups, downs and ego clashes of five actors and a stage manager traveling across the country www.thenewcolony.org Bye Bye Liver,The Public House Theater, 3914 N Clark St. every Friday & Saturday 8:00PM & 10:00PM
A series of outrageous and hilarious comedic sketches, all centered around one thing...alcohol!
Pitbull & I, The Public House Theater, 3914 N Clark St every Thursday 8:00PM
A comedic sketch with Brian McGovern "and" pop star Pitbull, where you will certainly be invited dance and laugh.
www.pubhousetheatre.com
Pimprov, The Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St. Every Friday at 10:30 PM
An improv sketch with "pimps" that may not be politically correct, but will leave you laughing on the floor!
www.blackensembletheater.org
Bat Hamlet, Cornservatory, 4210 N. Lincoln Avenue June 20th to July 19th, Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00PM
A hilarious mash-up of Hamlet and Batman storylines, this maddening play is unforgettable.
www.cornservatory.com
Chemically Imbalanced Comedy, 1422 W. Irving Park Road
Open Mic, every Wednesday at 9:00PM
All art forms from music and acting sketches to comedic stand up will be presented to the public from local artists. All are welcome!
Ben Fest, Leavitt and Irving Park
July 18-20, 2014, Friday 4:00PM-11:00PM, Saturday 1:00PM-11:00PM, Sunday 1:00PM-7:00PM The annual BenFest is one of the North side's longest-running family festivals and unique to other community events. Cost: $5 donation |
School Tours & Promotions
McPherson Elementary
 North Park Elementary School North Park Elementary School is accepting applications for the 2014-2015 school year. As a private, non-sectarian, coed school located at 2017 W. Montrose for children in Pre-K-8th grade, NPES has a proven record of academic excellence. With one class per grade and an average of 20 students per class, every student is well-known, and receives individual attention from classroom teachers. To learn more, email npesadmissions@npeschool.org or visit www.npeschool.org Pilgrim Lutheran School Pilgrim Lutheran has openings, this coming [2014 - 2015] academic year for the Kindergarten through 7th grades. Details of Pilgrim's quality and standards are on the website. If you are aware of families or individuals who may be interested, please pass this message forward. Contact: Principal: Chris Comella 773.477.4824 Comella.pilgrim@gmail.com |
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Dara Reports
Has your block lost a tree in the last few years? Openlands has a program to help with replacing trees on public land! That would be parkways, parks and schools. The cost is only $100 per tree and the commitment to care for the tree. Please call or email me by July 28th and we can get as many trees as you want! dara@chicago47.org
Have you visited the 3 Little Free Libraries in the neighborhood?
Giddings just east of Virginia; thanks to the Hutcheson Family
South-east corner of Sunnyside & Hamilton; big shout out to Liz S.
And the newest addition to our Little Free Libraries: 4243 N. Lincoln - come around to see the artistic ability of Christine & Lara, two of our talented summer interns. We offer many thanks to the Chicago Sun-Times for the donation of the newspaper box. Most important - take a book or leave a book.
FARMERS MARKETS are back! Click here for a full listing.
Did you know?- Garbage carts should be in the alley - they will not be picked-up from private property.
- Cars may not park in their driveway on what would be the parkway.
- No one over the age of 12yrs. old may ride a bike on the sidewalk.
- Disconnecting your downspouts can be a huge help in preventing flooding.
- You may order daily parking passes for permit parking online. Not for Cubs Night Games, though.
47th Ward Repair Café
 Last Saturday's Repair Café brought us new challenges, neighbors we've never met, several items kept out of the landfill and lots of laughs! Our Repair Coaches fixed a lamp, radio/cd player, a vacuum cleaner and an olive-wood salad tong (a gift from Egypt). There is no item too small or big - for our coaches to undertake. The only thing that wasn't fixed was a small radio with a busted transformer. After Mike and Ernie worked hard to pull the radio apart and diagnose the problem, the owner told us with a grin that she purchased it for $1, so it would be OK if they didn't fix it! She is a dedicated "thrifter" like many others we meet at the Repair Cafe, and had purchased it at a yard sale down the street from her house on Claremont four years ago. That radio had a good long life!
Please add your skill to our little group. Bring us your torn or broken items 47th Ward Repair Cafe Info: Lincoln Square Friendship Center 2733 W. Lawrence Avenue 2nd Saturday of the Month - 10am-1pm August 6, September 13, October 11, November 8
If you would like to be a Repair Coach, please let us know. Handy folks are always needed!
Our Repair Café is part of an international movement, check it out. http://repaircafe.org/
We are neighbors sharing skills, keeping items out of the landfill and building community along the way.
On the 3rd Friday of the month The Lincoln Square Friendship Center 2733 W. Lawrence is the home to Friendship Pet Food Pantry. Pet food is provided to folks who are having a hard time feeding their beloved pets.
The Friendship Pet Food Pantry would like to thank our thoughtful neighbors and these generous businesses for donating pet food for our neighbors in need: Ruff Haus, Urban Pooch, Your Best Friend Pet Supply, Jack & Ginger's, Hello Doggy & Zulu. We have been so successful that we are currently low on cat food. If you would like to donate bags or cans of cat food or cat litter, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks to those of you who have donated these needed supplies. You may drop off donations at the alderman's office or Lincoln Square Friendship Center on Thursday afternoons or during the monthly Pet Food Pantry at 2733 W. Lawrence.
Upcoming dates: August 15 and September 19 from 3-5pm
If you know anyone who needs assistance, please pass this along.
Lincoln Square Friendship Center Pantry Are you interested in our newest neighborhood pantry? Sign up for their newsletter: lincolnsquarefc@gmail.com
There are many ways for you to help - volunteer, help fundraise, hold a food drive, donate bins, pick-up donations, sponsor/manage a community garden bed. We are neighbors helping neighbors and making a difference.
The Lincoln Square Friendship Pantry needs your used plastic grocery-type bags or reusable bags you no longer need. You may drop them off at 2733 W. Lawrence on Thursday afternoons or at the Alderman's office. Thanks for your continued support.
Kidical Mass
Bring your little ones out for a family-friendly bike ride through quiet Lincoln Square streets on Sunday. Gather at the Welles Park Gazebo around 10:00a.m. for a 10:30 departure. http://chicagokidicalmass.org Forward Chicago Bridge & Chess Club meets at Sulzer Library on the first and third Fridays of the month from 10:30am to 12pm. All are welcome.
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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47th Ward Infrastructure Update
Check out the infrastructure map on our webpage!
CONCERTS @ WRIGLEY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY! LV2 in effect
Friday, July 18th- Billy Joel
Saturday, July 19th- Blake Shelton
Parking restrictions will be in place on the north side of Irving Park between Clark and Southport both evenings. Please pay attention to all signage.
Alley Resurfacing- 5000 block of Oakley/Claremont
The alley bounded by Winona, Winnemac, Claremont, and Oakley is set for reconstruction beginning Monday, July 21st. Ald. Pawar paid for this project using his aldermanic menu funds, and this is the beginning of alley resurfacing slated for this year. Please remember to relocate your carts in front of your property during construction since garbage and recycling will be picked up curbside. The project is expected to last up to four weeks (depending on weather) and will not be accessible. Barricades will block entrances to the alley and there will be no access to garages, so residents are advised to seek alternative parking arrangements.
Lawrence Avenue Streetscape - New pedestrian refuge islands (including ADA compliant ramps) have been installed between Damen and Clark, and center turn lanes have been striped. Sidewalk replacement continues and ADA ramps will be installed to line up with the street crossings at the pedestrian islands.
- Sidewalk, driveway, curb and gutter, and ramp work continues along various stretches of the corridor.
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Sewer and electrical work has started and new street light poles are gping up over the next few weeks.
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Plantings between Western and Damen are expected to be performed in mid to late July. The remaining landscaping work between Damen and Clark will be finished up next spring.
- Work on the south side of the street near McPherson will be completed in the next month.
- Street resurfacing and final striping will be completed in the fall.
Brown Line Construction Work on the Brown Line tracks near the Rockwell Station will continue through July. CTA is replacing ties on the bridge over the river to improve the slow zone. Some work will be done on weekends, where trains will operate on one side of the tracks. Water Main Replacement for Warner between Leavitt and Damen Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management are replacing the water main from 1891 under Warner from Leavitt to Damen. The contractor has completed the final connections. After testing the trench will be filled with concrete. Full restoration will follow in the coming weeks. For more information, please click here. Water Main Replacement on the 3500 of Leavitt and Hamilton Contractors working with the Department of Water Management are working to replace the 1891 mains under Leavitt from Addison to Belmont, Hamilton from Addison to School. For full information on this project, please click here. Water Mains Coming Soon: Berteau (Bell to Damen): TBD Ashland (Irving to Lawrence): Starting soon. Watch for an email with more information.
METRA Traffic Closures and Detours Around Ravenswood Avenue
- Leland Ave Full Closure will be up until Fall 2014.
- Ravenswood from Lawrence to Leland Ave Full Closure will be up until Fall 2014 on the west side of Ravenswood.
- Ravenswood (east side) between Ainslie and Winnemac blockades may be in place on the street to make room for the work to be done however there is not a parking restriction when workers are not present.
- Ravenswood (west side) between Lawrence and Grace landscaping projects are underway along the base of the walls along the Metra tracks. Short closures will be necessary to install the new plants, so pay attention to parking restriction signs.
For more information, visit the infrastructure section of our website or contact Jim Poole at jim@chicago47.org or 773-549-4462. |
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Community Events
For details on the events listed below, please see the events section of our website.
July 19 Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
"Electric Community" Workshop at Sulzer
Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue
July 19 Saturday 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Our Lady of Lourdes Summer Celebration
Our Lady of Lourdes, 4641 N. Ashland Avenue
July 23 Wednesday 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Starting Your Small Business in Illinois
Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street
July 24 Thursday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
GrowWell - CPS Strategic Planning Community Forum
Garfield Park Conservatory Community Room, 300 N Central Park Ave
July 26 Saturday 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Ravenswood Evangelical Covenant Church Rummage Sale
Ravenswood Evangelical Covenant Church, 4900 N. Damen Avenue
July 29 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beat 2031
Anderson Pavilion, 2751 W. Winona
July 30 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beat 2032
Ravenswood Evangelical Church, 4900 N. Damen
August 3 Sunday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Chicago Kidical Mass Family Bike Parade
Audubon School, 3500 N. Hoyne
August 6 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beat 2033
Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie
August 8 Friday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Shakespeare in Welles Park
Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside
August 8 Friday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Shakespeare in Winnemac Park, 8-9
Winnemac Park, 5100 N. Leavitt Street
August 9 Saturday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Shakespeare in Welles Park
Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside
August 10 Sunday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
City Mini Golf @ Welles Park
Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Ave
August 10 Sunday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Shakespeare in Winnemac Park, 8-10
Winnemac Park, 5100 N. Leavitt Street
August 11 Monday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Summer Entertainment at Bethany Retirement Community
Bethany Retirement Community, 4950 N. Ashland Avenue
August 19 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912
Kindred Hospital, 2544 W. Montrose
August 20 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
CAPS Meeting - Beats 1921 & 1922
Police Auditorium, 2452 W. Belmont
August 23 Saturday 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
GrowWell - CPS Strategic Planning Community Forum
DePaul University Student Center, 2250 N. Sheffield Ave, Room 220
Want to put your community event in our newsletter? Check the guidelines on our website.
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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