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December 5, 2014  
 
On this day in 1970, the last segment of the Dan Ryan Expressway opened.  

Dear Neighbor,

 

In May of 2014, Mayor Emanuel appointed me to the Minimum Wage Working Group (MWWG). The MWWG was tasked with developing recommendations for a Chicago-only minimum wage.  After 45 days of public hearings and internal meetings, the MWWG released our recommendations in July of 2014. And on December 2, 2014, the City Council passed an ordinance creating establishing a Chicago minimum wage based on the MWWG recommendation. It was a historic day in City Council and I proudly voted YES on the ordinance which establishes a $13/hr Chicago minimum wage (by 2019).

 

Here is a top line review of how the Chicago minimum wage will work:

Effective Date

Non-Tipped Employees

Tipped Employees

Current min wage

$8.25

$4.95

July 1, 2015

$10.00

$5.45

July 1, 2016

$10.50

$5.95

July 1, 2017

$11.00

Increase pegged to inflation

July 1, 2018

$12.00

Increase pegged to inflation

July 1, 2019

$13.00

Increase pegged to inflation

July 1, 2020

Increase pegged to inflation

Increase pegged to inflation

Below are some Frequently Asked Questions about the Chicago Minimum Wage Ordinance.

 

Why not have a uniform statewide minimum wage?

The cost of living in the City of Chicago is significantly higher than in surrounding communities. The minimum wage has not kept up with inflation or the cost of living. Absent legislative action in Springfield and in Washington DC, the MWWG, Mayor Emanuel and the City Council believed it was necessary to take action locally.

 

How many Chicagoans will be impacted by the ordinance?

Over 400,000 Chicagoans would benefit from the passage of the Chicago Minimum Wage Ordinance. Nearly 31% of Chicago's workforce makes less than $13/hr. Two thirds of these workers are over 25, two thirds are African-American or Hispanic and half are women.

 

Will the Chicago Minimum Wage Ordinance cost jobs especially around City/Suburb border areas?

It is highly doubtful. In fact, the Harvard Review of Economics and Statistics analyzed hundreds of bordering counties with different levels of the minimum wage.  They found, "strong earnings effects and no employment effects of minimum wage increases." 

 

How will the Chicago Minimum Wage Ordinance impact small businesses?

All of the current state exemptions for minimum wage for small businesses still apply. For example, businesses with four or less workers, not counting the employer's parents, spouse, children, or other family members are exempt from the ordinance. Youth employment and transitional jobs programs are exempt from this ordinance. All said, the MWWG report concluded that the direct increase in costs to small businesses (resulting from the minimum wage increase) range from 0.1% to 1.5% each year.

 

What are the economic impacts of the increase?

By putting more money in the pockets of workers, over $860 million will flow into the local economy. This means, more spending in local shops and grocery stores. As a result more jobs will be created. Most important, we will see a reduction in poverty and a corresponding decrease in spending for public assistance programs.

 

Finally, the MWWG also made additional recommendations. They include:

  • Support State expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit to include single fathers
  • Support efforts to pass a progressive income tax for Illinois
  • Support State efforts to expand wage theft enforcement
  • Explore a paid sick leave ordinance for all employees in the City of Chicago

You can read the final report by clicking here.  

You can view my comments from the City Council floor by clicking here (GO TO 1:30:15).

 

The passage of the Chicago Minimum Wage Ordinance follows my other legislative efforts focused on social justice and worker rights. Legislative initiatives include:

  • Amending the Human Rights Ordinance to prevent employment discrimination by adding credit history as a protected class
  • Passage one of the strongest anti-wage theft ordinances in the country
  • Passage of the debt collection license, requiring debt collectors to obtain a city license
  • Passage of the SRO moratorium and SRO Preservation Ordinance which preserves single room occupancy housing for our City's most vulnerable
  • Passage of the Chicago Sweat Free Procurement Ordinance which ensures the City procures garments and uniforms from suppliers free of child and slave labor

Thank you for giving me the opportunity to serve and tackle these important issues!

 

Quick Blurbs

  • Chicago Public Schools just released their school rankings. Great news! EVERY neighborhood elementary school in the 47th Ward is rated Level 1 or higher! Huge Congrats to all the principals, teachers, parents, and students. When schools win, we all win.
  • The water main replacement and resurfacing of Ashland Avenue is now complete! This project required coordination between my office, CDOT, DWM, Cook County, Com. Bridget Gainer, Com. John Fritchey, and Mayor Emanuel. The water main was replaced by Chicago DWM and Cook County funded the resurfacing of Ashland. This intergovernmental coordination is the result of over 3 years of work by all the parties named above. Learn more here.
  • Congratulations to Baker Miller (4610 N. Western) for being named one of Chicago's hottest restaurants by Chicago Magazine. CLICK HERE.
  • Congratulations to Wendy Katten and the Illinois Raise Your Hand Coalition for collecting over 2k signatures in the 47th Ward to place the Elected Representative School Board question on the February 2015 ballot. I'm in favor of an Elected Representative School Board and look forward to talk about GROW47 and the Elected School Board over the next few months.
Finally, the 37th Annual Chicagoland Toys for Tots Motorcycle Parade will take place THIS Sunday, December 7th on Western Avenue from 85th Street all the way to Lane Tech.  The parade kicks-off at 9:30am and will wrap up by 2:30pm. For more information, please click here.

Sincerely,
Ameya  
This Week...
Jefferson Township Now OPEN for Property Tax Appeals
Public Health Survey
47th Ward A&C
Arts Scene @ Queen of Angels
Get Covered Illinois
School Tours & Promotions
Cold & Flu Season Reminders
Dara Reports
Infrastructure Update
Free Meal @ Pilgrim Lutheran
CPC Art Exhibit
Chase Park Events
GTL Holiday Bazaar
Jingle Bell Breakfast and Season of Giving
Seeds of Change Marketplace
Pilgrim Pancake Breakfast
Caroling Soiree
Get Covered Illinois Workshop
Rock Doc @ Bezazian
Living Nativity @ Bethany
Yoga
Susan Hoffman Holiday Concert
Blue Nativity @ Ravenswood Pres
KT's Kids Toy Drive
Trivia Night @ Pilgrim
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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. 

2015 Shared Cost Sidewalk Program

Does the sidewalk adjacent to your property need some tender loving care?  You should consider enrolling in Chicago's Shared Cost Sidewalk Program.  The program allows you to split the cost of new sidewalk squares with the City.   

 

The application period is always very short because of limited funding.  This year the application period opens on Tuesday, January 13th at 12:01am.

 

To apply for the program please call 311 or use the city's website. If you have any questions about this program, please contact Brad Gregorka, in the 47th Ward Office at brad@chicago47.org. 
Jefferson Township Now OPEN for Property Tax Appeals

Now until December 15th 2014 - homeowners who live in Jefferson Township (west of Western Avenue in the 47th Ward) may appeal their property tax assessment to the Cook County Board of Review. Appealing your property tax assessment is an opportunity to ensure your property tax bills are fair and accurate. The most common reason to appeal is over-valuation. You may file your appeal online by clicking here.  

 

Have questions about the appeal process or need assistance to file an appeal? Contact Commissioner Bridget Gainer's Office at 312-603-4210/info@bridgetgainer.com, Commissioner John Fritchey's Office at 773-871-4000/office@fritchey.com or Board of Review Commissioner Michael Cabonargi's (2nd District) Office at 312-603-5560.



47th Ward A&C*

*Arts & Culture  

 

American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St.

The Humans, Nov. 14-Dec. 21

Take a fresh look at the American family.. as you've never seen it before!

www.atcweb.org 

 

Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St.

At Last: A Tribute to Etta James

A critically acclaimed celebration of the highs and lows of James' brilliant musical career.

Plays With A Purpose: BoBo The Bully, thru Dec. 17

A series of four interactive musical plays that teach school kids how to live life in a positive and meaningful way. Teachers are provided with workbooks and activities to reinforce the lessons taught in the plays.

www.blackensembletheater.org

 

Chemically Imbalanced Comedy, 1422 W. Irving Park Rd.
Free 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!

A Bright Room Called Day, Fridays and Saturdays 7:30 PM, thru Nov. 23

A thought provoking play written by Tony Kushner comparing the rise of the Nazis with the Reagan administration.

www.cictheater.com 

 

Corn Productions Conservatory, 4210 N. Lincoln Ave.

DRINK! The Sketch Comedy Drinking Game - Best of Year One, Saturdays at 11pm Nov. 8-Jan. 10

BYOB to a series of 'mind-altering' comedy bits!

The Rain Dance with Rainstick, Tuesdays 8 PM, thru Nov. 18

Join in the fun with the Rainstock group as they perform sketch comedy, improv, musical numbers and maybe even some break-dancing!

www.cornservatory.org  

 

Davis Theater, 4614 N. Lincoln Ave.

Now Playing: Horrible Bosses 2, Birdman, Big Hero 6, The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 

www.davistheater.com 

 

The Public House Theatre, 3914 N. Clark St.

Bye Bye Liver, Fridays & Saturdays 8 PM & 10 PM  

A series of outrageous and hilarious comedic sketches, all centered around one thing ... alcohol!

http://pubhousetheatre.com

 

Silvie's Lounge, 1902 W. Irving Park Rd.

Enjoy a wide variety of musical genres, local talent as well as touring acts in one of the most acoustically appealing venues in Chicago.

See calendar

 

 

The Arts Scene at Queen of Angels Church

The Arts Scene is a concert series at Queen of Angels church located in Lincoln Square. (2330 W. Sunnyside) It will feature quality artists from Chicago and beyond bringing a wide range of sacred and secular music. Concerts will include solo and vocal ensembles, instrumental concerts, organ recitals on the historic Möller organ and the Christmas Festival featuring the choirs of Queen of Angels performing The Messiah, and various collegiate choirs. There is no cost for the series but free will donations will be accepted at the door. For more information or to join our mailing list contact: music@queenofangelschicago.org

 

Sunday December 14th at 7:00
Queen of Angels Choirs will present Handel's Messiah and several other smaller works in their 2014 Christmas Concert. Featuring the Queen of Angels Choristers, Cherub Choir and the Adult Choir with soloists from the Schola Angelorum.

 

School Tours & Promotions    

 

Amundsen High School Tours

Amundsen High School offers comprehensive school tours at 10 a.m. on the first Friday and the second Thursday of every month school is in session. Come learn more about Amundsen High School, its International Baccalaureate (IB) program and more great programs available at our neighborhood high school.

 

To join the tour, meet in the school office at 10 a.m. (enter through the main doors on Damen Avenue). Tour dates for the remainder of 2014 are:

  •           Thursday, December 11 at 10 a.m.

School tours are also available by appointment by contacting Erik Olson at ejolson@cps.edu. Eighth grade shadow days can be arranged on the Amundsen High School website. 

 

New Brochure for Prospective Amundsen Students and Families

Amundsen High School offers a top-performing International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme, 25 varsity sports, more than 40 clubs and a thriving cultural environment where every student feels challenged and valued. Learn more about what our neighborhood high school has to offer in Amundsen's new brochure. 

 

Lake View High School

 

 

Ravenswood School

Science Fair Judges Needed on December 9

Ravenswood School is hosting a middle-school Science Fair for its sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grade students on Dec. 9. A lot of volunteer help is needed: We need 30 judges and three scorers (as well as other help). Volunteers can sign up here.

 

You don't need a deep science background to be a judge. All the information you need will be explained in a short training session before judging begins.

 

Winners of the Ravenswood Science Fair will advance to the Regional Science Fair competition and may have the opportunity to compete at the City or State science fairs.

 

Tours

Ravenswood School offers a comprehensive school tour on the second Tuesday of every month that school is in session. We'll gather at 9 a.m. in the multi-purpose room, grab a cup of coffee and set off to observe classrooms, discuss the curriculum and learn what makes Ravenswood School a truly hidden gem. Mr. Manaen, Ravenswood School principal, will meet with prospective parents for an open question-and-answer session following the tour. No reservations needed! Enter through the middle doors on Paulina.

Fall tour dates include:

 

Tuesday, December 9 @ 9 a.m.

 

 

 

McPherson Elementary

   

 

 

 

Pilgrim Lutheran Church & School

 

Academic Excellence...

Pilgrim uses a "whole child" approach, focusing on academic, spiritual, emotional, social, and physical development. Pilgrim prides itself on a play-based preschool and kindergarten, high test scores and our graduates, 95% of whom attend competitive high school programs.

 

...With a Heart

Faith development is an integral part of the growth process and enables students to achieve success and a positive place for themselves in society.

 

Want to Learn More? Pilgrim's next Open House Date is January 20, 2015

For More Information or to schedule a one-on-one tour call us at 773.477.4824

Or visit www.pilgrimchurchandschool.org 

 

Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School                                

"Academic Excellence with a Heart"

4300 N. Winchester Ave.

Chicago, IL 60613

 

 

 

 

    

St. Benedict School

Explore Our Unique PK-12 Catholic, College Prep Campus!

St. Benedict Preparatory School, at Irving Park Rd and Leavitt Street, is the only PK-grade 12 Catholic, co-educational parish school in the Archdiocese of Chicago. We offer a unique college prep program in a welcoming, inclusive, diverse community. Tours of SBPS are conducted weekly or scheduled at your convenience.

 

Preschool tours take place on most Tuesday mornings at 9:00am. Kindergarten through grade 5 tours take place on most Wednesday mornings at 9:30am.  Secondary School tours (grades 6-12) are conducted by appointment.  Visit our website at www.stbenedict.com.

Dara Reports

Congratulations Lincoln Square! Lincoln Square is one of only five neighborhoods in the country to receive an American Express Main Street Makeover.


Don't have a use for your old cell phones? Drop them off at the alderman's office. We collect year round for Cell Phones for Soldiers. There couldn't be an easier way to help our soldiers stay in touch with family & friends.


Bring your used alkaline batteries to the alderman's office. Thanks to C3 and our C3 volunteer, neighbor Andres H, we are the grateful recipients of two collection buckets for batteries. Once the buckets are filled they will be sent via FedEx to a recycling center in California. Look at all of the excellent work they do: http://chicagoconservationcorps.org/ 

    

Ravenswood Elementary is collecting new and gently used ballet, tap and jazz dance shoes to support our new dance program and students' learning of various dance styles. To donate, please drop shoes off at Alderman 47th Ward's office or at one of our many neighborhood partners' facilities including Lill Street Arts Center, Old Town School of Folk Music or Ravenswood Community Services.  These shoes will benefit Ravenswood Elementary dancers for years to come as they embark on a journey to learn many styles and techniques of dance.

 

ComEd Residential Special Hardship Program

Effective December 1 until December 25 Customers of Record aged 60+ will not be required to provide proof of hardship. Seniors aged 60+ will also be eligible with any income. This temporary change will remain in effect until December 25 unless otherwise notified.  For full information on the program, please click here.  

 

Senior Council looking for members. Are you interested in issues facing our neighborhood seniors, finding solutions and enjoy planning events? Meet others who share your interests and are "doers". Please join our 47th Ward Senior Council - being a senior is not a prerequisite. We're quite efficient; we meet 9 times a year for an hour! Call Dara 773-868-4747   

 

Keep the water flowing in your street and avoid ice in the streets this winter. Sweep and bag all of the leaves from your sidewalks and gutters. Put the bags near your garbage cart and they will be taken away.  

 

Do you need affordable housing? For the first time ever the Chicago Housing Authority has one registration that allows you to sign up for the three waitlist lotteries; Family Public Housing, Property Rental Assistance and Housing Choice Voucher. Enrollment is open until November 24th. These could be quality affordable housing options for you or someone you know. For more information, visit www.thechawaitlist.org or call: 312-971-7000

 

Please bring your unwanted or outgrown coats, hats, scarves and gloves to our office.

We will distribute them to the clients of: Common Pantry, Heartland Human Care Service & Lincoln Square Friendship Center. These non-profits are in our neighborhood, caring for those who need our support 

 

Forward Chicago, a grass-roots, all volunteer, non-profit brings active, involved, engaged folks together. Whether you enjoy walking in the neighborhood, are looking for a Book Club, into handcrafts, ready to learn or already play bridge, relish going to new restaurants for lunch or dinner or have another idea you'd like to bring to life, join us. www.forwardchicago.org  

 

We are very fortunate to live in a safe neighborhood. It's safe because of many factors; there is still more we can do. Please create a phone tree for your block to use as an alert system. Participate in "positive loitering" with a neighbor and your dog. Another good reason to have a dog - a barking dog in your house or apartment is a deterrent to burglars.  See more tips on chicago47.org. 

 

CAPS Meetings! Why should you attend? Learn how to be proactive in preventing crime, have your concerns heard. http://chicago47.org/beat-meetings/  

 

You may attend any CAPS Meeting in your district (south of Lawrence is #19; north of Lawrence is #20).

 

Ongoing Collections:pet food for Friendship Pet Food Pantry,blankets and towels are always needed for clean bedding at area pet shelters. Used games for Sulzer Library's Game Night, unwanted CD's can become part of an art project. Artists and teachers need them. Bring these to the alderman's office.

47th Ward Infrastructure Update 

Check out the infrastructure map on our website. 

 

Lawrence Avenue Streetscape 

  • Street paving on Lawrence between Ravenswood and Clark has been completed and thermoplastic striping and stamped asphalt crosswalk markings have been installed along this stretch.  Sidewalks, ramps, curbs/gutters, and bus pads have also been completed, meaning the great majority of hardscape work has been finished along the project limits (Western to Clark).
  • New pedestrian refuge islands (including ADA compliant ramps) have been installed along the entire stretch between Western and Clark.  ADA ramps are being installed to line up with the street crossings at the pedestrian islands.  Damaged trees are under warranty and will be replaced in the spring.
  • Bike racks, chairs, trash receptacles, and benches were recently installed and new signage has also been erected along the entire corridor.
  • Sewer and electrical work continues. Most of the new street light poles have been installed and old poles have been removed.  As the remaining poles are removed, these areas will be filled in with brick pavers or concrete.  All traffic signals will also be re-timed to help improve traffic flow and pedestrian countdown clocks will be programmed as well.
  • Landscaping work for fall plantings in Claremont Plaza and elsewhere between Western and Damen has been finished up for the season and the remaining plantings will be done in the spring.  Fencing in Claremont Plaza is expected to be completed by the end of the winter.  Infiltration planters have been addressed in preparation for the winter.
  • Neighborhood identifiers are expected to be installed on street light poles by the end of December and punch list items are currently being addressed.

As always, pay close attention to parking restrictions.

 

Water Main Replacement for Ashland Avenue between Irving Park and Lawrence

Water mains are replaced, the street is resurfaced and most of the ramps and other concrete work are complete.  Final items like lane and crosswalk markings will take place as soon as temperature allows. 

Thank you for your patience during this project. 

 

Water Main Replacement for Berteau from Damen to Bell

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have replaced the water main from 1894 under Berteau Avenue between Damen and Bell. Parking restrictions and road closures are in effect, where posted, M-F from 7am  to 4pm.  Crews have poured concrete in the trench pending full asphalt restoration in the spring as soon as weather allows.  For more information on this project, please click here. 

 

Water Main Replacement for Rockwell from Lawrence to Montrose & Eastwood from Virginia to Western

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have begun replacing the water mains from 1906 under Rockwell from Lawrence to Montrose and Eastwood from Virginia to Western.  Parking restrictions and road closures will be in effect, where posted, M-F from 7am to 4pm.  The main installation on Rockwell is complete north of the CTA tracks. Eastwood service transfers will continue through next week. The entire project is expected to be completed by January 2015 and concrete will be poured in the trench to grade to make the road passable, with resurfacing and landscape restoration following in Spring 2015. For more information on this project, please click here.

 

Please note that if you live on a dead end street and crews are in your way, you are encouraged to talk with the workers and they will find a way to get you to your home. 

 

Water Main Replacement for Seeley from Montrose to Wilson

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have begun replacing the water main from 1890 under Seeley from Montrose to Wilson. No parking will be necessary M-F from 7am to 4pm.  The project is expected to be complete by mid-December 2014 with street resurfacing to be completed in Spring 2015.  For more information on this project, please click here. 

 

Water Main Replacement for Leavitt from Grace to Irving Park

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management are replacing the water main from 1896 under Leavitt between Grace and Irving Park.  No parking will be necessary M-F from 7am to 4pm. The project is expected to be complete by early January with street resurfacing to follow in the Spring of 2015.  For more information on this project, please click here.   

 

Water Mains Coming Soon:

Western (Roscoe to Addison) - Scheduled to begin in late December/Early January.  Sign boards have gone up north of the project area to alert drivers to the extensive work that is beginning at Logan Blvd (Kennedy) and Western Ave.  Crews will work their way north.  They are currently not slated to arrive in the 47th Ward until January 2015.    

   

METRA Traffic Closures and Detours Around Ravenswood Avenue 
  • New Metra Station (west side):  Restoration work has been completed and the station is set to open as soon as track work is completed (weather permitting).
     

  • METRA Phase II: Design and engineering for improvements on the east side of the tracks will be starting soon and will be put out to bid once complete.  Construction is currently expected to start in Fall 2015 and will last 18 months.

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.

 

December 5   Friday   9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Gateway's Holiday Bazaar--Friday

Gateway to Learning, 4925 N. Lincoln Avenue

 

December 5   Friday   6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Chase Park Holiday Open House

Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue

 

December 6   Saturday   8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club 2014 Holiday Tree Sale

NBGC Clubhouse, east end, 2501 W. Irving Park Road

 

December 6   Saturday   8:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Jingle Bell Breakfast

St. Pauls House, 3800 N. California Avenue

 

December 6   Saturday   9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Gateway's Holiday Bazaar--Saturday

Gateway to Learning, 4925 N. Lincoln Avenue

 

December 6   Saturday   10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Seeds of Change Marketplace

Berry United Methodist Church, 4754 N. Leavitt Street

 

December 6   Saturday   12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Donate Food, Winter Coats, Hats, Gloves, Boots & Blankets

Ravenswood Holiday Walk,

 

December 6   Saturday   5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Roscoe Village Winterfest--Saturday

Village Tap, 2055 W. Roscoe Street

 

December 7   Sunday   9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pancake Breakfast at Pilgrim Lutheran School

Pilgrim Lutheran School & Church, 4300 N. Winchester in Maring Hall

 

December 7   Sunday   1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Roscoe Village Winterfest-Sunday

Roscoe Village, Belmont, Damen to Western

 

December 7   Sunday   5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Lincoln Square Caroling Soiree

Giddings Plaza, 4731 N. Lincoln Avenue

 

December 8   Monday   6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Blogging to Build Your Business at Bezazian Library

 

December 8   Monday   6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Get Covered Illinois overview, The Official Health Marketplace

Truman College large cafeteria, 1145 W. Wilson Avenue

 

December 8   Monday   7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

The Circus, a fre Chicago Live Lit Show

O'Shaughnessy's, 4557 N. Ravenswood Avenue

 

December 10   Wednesday   9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

SBIF Grants for Ravenswood TIF Business--rollout meeting

Begyle Brewing, 1800 W. Cuyler Avenue

 

December 10   Wednesday   6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Rock Docs at Bezazian

Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street

 

December 12   Friday   3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Winter Clothing Drive & Annual Living Nativity

Bethany United Church of Christ, 4250 N. Paulina Street

 

December 13   Saturday   1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

Holiday Cheer: Songs to Celebrate the Season

Sulzer Library Auditorium, 4455 N Lincoln Avenue

 

December 13   Saturday   7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Blue Nativity by Quest Theatre

Ravenswood Presbyterian Church, 4300 N. Hermitage Avenue

 

December 14   Sunday   7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Queen of Angels Choirs will present Handel's Messiah

Queen of Angels, 2330 W. Sunnyside Avenue

 

December 16   Tuesday   11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Aging at Home, free seminar

Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington - Courtroom 2005 (20th Floor)

 

December 16   Tuesday   6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Winter Band Concert at LVHS

Lake View High School Auditorium, 4015 N. Ashland Avenue

 

December 16   Tuesday   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912

Kindred Hospital, 2544 W. Montrose

 

December 17   Wednesday   10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Forward Chicago Craft Circle

Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue

 

December 17   Wednesday   7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1921 & 1922

Police Auditorium, 2452 W. Belmont

 

December 19   Friday   10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Forward Chicago Bridge & Chess Club

Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue

 

December 19   Friday   3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pet Food Distribution

Lincoln Square Friendship Center, 2733 W. Lawrence Avenue

 

December 19   Friday   7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Home for the Holidays concert--Friday

Nettelhorst School Auditorium, 3252 N. Broadway

 

December 20   Saturday   11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

Forward Chicago Meet & Greet

St. Matthias Convent, 4927 N. Claremont

 

December 20   Saturday   7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Home for the Holidays concert-Saturday

Nettelhorst School Auditorium, 3252 N. Broadway

 

January 7   Wednesday   5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

WARD NIGHT with Alderman Pawar--Jan. 7

47th Ward Alderman's Office, 4243 N. Lincoln Avenue

 

January 10   Saturday   6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Trivia Night Live, Pilgrim Lutheran School

Pilgrim Lutheran Church and School, 4300 N. Winchester Avenue

 

January 16   Friday   3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pet Food Distribution

Lincoln Square Friendship Center, 2733 W. Lawrence Avenue

 

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.
Final Thoughts
Have a suggestion or comment for Ameya or the 47th Ward Team?  Please contact us at 773-868-4747 or info@chicago47.org.