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February 13, 2015

On this day in 1689, William and Mary proclaimed joint sovereigns of Britain.

The 47th Ward Office will be CLOSED on Monday, February 16 in observance of President's Day

Dear Neighbor,

Four years ago, my office launched #GROW47, the City of Chicago's first ward-based effort to build a local neighborhood K-12 system. After four years, the results are in; EVERY school in the 47th Ward has seen a capital improvement, millions of TIF funds have been directed to schools. #GROW47 has been able to help neighborhood school groups secure State funding and raise over $500k in private grants! Learn more about #GROW47 accomplishments by clicking here.

I am pleased to announce that #GROW47 will now be known as #GROWCommunity. The expanded effort will cover three wards (40, 44, and 47). I am partnering with Ald. Pat O'Connor (40) and Ald. Tom Tunney (44) to organize our communities around Lake View and Amundsen High Schools. Schools from all three wards feed into Lake View and Amundsen and by joining forces, we will be able to pool resources and political capital to give families in our communities what they seek out in the suburbs - a community K-12 experience. And with the launch of #GROWCommunity, we now have three aldermen and over 150k people (population across three wards) represented in our efforts to build a neighborhood K-12 system!

Last Saturday, February 7, 2014, I joined the Ald. Pat O'Connnor, Ald. Tom Tunney, the Friends of Amundsen, Lake View Partners, Principal Anna Pavichevich, Principal Scott Grens, and over 200 neighbors across three wards to announce the creation of #GROWCommunity! Parents and students from Bell, Coonley, Audubon, Waters, Ravenswood, McPherson, Hamilton, Blaine, Chappell, Nettlehorst, Agassi, Queen of Angels, and more participated in the event!

Over the next four years, #GROWCommunity will:

Organize all Lake View and Amundsen feeder schools to develop a pipeline to the neighborhood high schools.
Prioritize and direct TIF funds for capital improvements to Amundsen and Lake View High Schools
Advocate for greater equity between selective enrollment high schools and neighborhood high schools
Ensure ALL learners in our communities have access to top-notch neighborhood high schools
Advocate for additional resources for Amundsen and Lake View from Chicago Public Schools and the State of Illinois
Explore legislation to create school impact fees for all new development and creating new revenue for neighborhood high schools
Change the dialogue around neighborhood schools - remember performance follows perception!

To learn more about Lake View High School or to schedule a tour, please click here. To learn more about Amundsen High School or to schedule a tour, please click here.

Click here to read DNAinfo story.

Click here to read Chicago Sun-Times story.

Have a good weekend!

Sincerely,

Update from Cook County Commissioners Bridget Gainer & John Fritchey: Property Tax Exemption Applications Now Available

The Cook County Assessor's Office has released property tax exemption applications for tax year 2014 (for tax bills payable for 2015). This month - the Assessor's Office has made available the homeowner, senior and senior freeze exemption applications. The Long-Time Occupant Exemption Application is to be released in February 2015 by the Assessor's Office. Friendly reminder: senior citizen homeowners must complete their senior exemptions (senior citizen & senior freeze) every year. Exemption applications are available on www.BridgetGainer.com. Have questions or need assistance? Contact

Commissioner Bridget Gainer's Office at 312-603-4210/info@bridgetgainer.com or

Commissioner John Fritchey's Office at 312-603-6380/office@fritchey.com.

Sidewalk Snow Removal

Shoveling your sidewalks is not only the neighborly thing to do - it's the law. Not removing the snow from the sidewalks makes it more difficult for people to travel and creates hazards on the public way. For full information on the regulations on sidewalk snow removal, please click here.

If you know a location that is not shoveled, please contact the 47th Ward Office.

This Week...

Free Tax Prep Assistance

Featured Article

City Warming Centers

Save Money on Energy

Calling All Artisans...

ACA Enrollment Events

47th Ward A&C

JARC Programs

World Chicago Hosting Opportunities

School Tours & Promotions

LSFC Vase & Food Drive

Furniture Donations Needed

Infrastructure Update

Free Meal @ Pilgrim Lutheran

Homework Help @ Lincoln/Belmont Library

Lasagna Night @ American Legion

Chase Park Valentine Dance

Yoga

Love Your Body Month @ Bethany

CACC Adoption Event

Repair Cafe

AA History Month @ Bezazian

Sonnets @ LBL Writers' Group

St. Andrew Fish Fry

Friendship Pet Food Distribution

Concordia Place Open House

Lincoln Square Chili Cook-Off

Small Biz Workshop @ Bezazian

RCC Public Safety Forum

American Legion Fish Fry

Shabbat Dinner in Lincoln Square

Homebuyers' Workshop

NPES Ball and Auction

20th District Burglary Workshop

FWD CHI Tech Event

Internet Safety Presentation

Spring Forward @ Ravenswood School

Coonley Spring Fling & Bottles and Cans Fundraiser

Community Events

Final Thoughts

Upcoming
Ward Nights

Wednesdays

5:00pm to 7:00pm

March 4

News from
Our Partners

Events at Sulzer Library

Events at Lincoln Belmont Library

Events at Bezazian Library

On Chicago47.org

2015 Blue Cart Schedule

Newsletter Archive

Infrastructure Map

TIF Transparency

Ward Guides

Save Your Ash Tree

2015 Block Party Applications

Did you know our community is home to approximately 200 block parties every year? Dates fill up fast so get your applications in ASAP! While summer may feel like a far off dream right now, I encourage you to fill out the 2015 Block Party Application. The Jumping Jack form for 2015 will be available later this spring. We will add the forms to the application packet and give notice of that in our newsletter when the form becomes available.

If your block hasn't held a block party before, 2015 is your year! To hold a block party for the first time all you need to do is circulate a petition amongst your neighbors acknowledging their support for the event; then submit the petition along with your application packet.

Area Residents Can Save Now by Making Common Sense Changes in Their Home
As you brave the winter cold, you may be worried about your energy bills. The average household spends more than $2000 annually on gas and electricity, but, there are opportunities to save. With new smart meters being installed in your community, you can now take control of your energy use and potentially save money. To uncover these savings, local non-profit Elevate Energy is helping homeowners in the area make smart choices about energy.

For example, many residents aren't aware of various pricing programs, which leverage new smart meters to allow you to pay based off of when you use your electricity. Shifting electricity usage to lower priced hours can lower your electric bills. Elevate Energy advisors have more information on how these programs works as well as other ways you can take advantage of your new advanced meter.

Even bigger savings can be achieved by making home energy efficiency improvements, which can cut energy bills by an average of $400 per year. Most homes (even newer ones) are too cold in the winter and too warm in the summer. Unfortunately, many assume this is normal. But with basic improvements, every home can be cozier and more comfortable year-round. Elevate Energy makes it easy. Advisors will connect you with utility rebates as well as a network of qualified contractors to help you make the best, most cost-effective improvements to your home.

Homes that make improvements and reduce their energy loss by 15% or more are eligible for an Illinois Home Performance with ENERGY STAR certificate. This certificate can help you sell your home faster or for more money.

To speak with someone who can help advise you on the next steps for your home, contact Elizabeth Corrado, at 773-671-0495 or Elizabeth.corrado@elevateenergy.org, or by calling toll-free 844.922.1222.

Calling All Artisans...

The Northtown Garden Society is holding a Nature and Garden Arts and Crafts Fair on Saturday, May 2, 2015, to raise funds for our community service and educational programs. We are seeking artists and crafters to sell their creations at our fair which will be held from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at the Warren Park Field House, 6601 N. Western Avenue.

The theme of our fair is Nature and Gardening thus all art works need to depict gardening or nature or, in the case of soaps, candles, textiles, jewelry or foods, be made of natural products. We will offer all media including but not restricted to paintings, woodworking, textiles, soaps, ceramics, mosaics, photography and jewelry.

For more information or if you are interested in participating, review the rules and complete the application available on our web site, www.northtowngardensociety.org and mail in no later than February 28, 2015.

47th Ward A&C*

*Arts & Culture

Alibi Fine Art, 4426 N. Ravenswood Ave.

All That is Solid, Feb. 7 to Mar. 21

In collaboration with Crusade for Art Chicago, this group show of photographs features Matthew Crowther, Barbara Diener, Garrett Baumer, Jonathan Lurie and Joseph Wilcox.

http://alibifineart.com

American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St.

The Royale, Feb. 20 to Mar. 29, Thursdays to Saturdays 8 PM, Saturdays & Sundays 2 PM

America. 1905. Combining innovative theatricality with a blistering story, Marco Ramirez explores the rise of Jack Johnson, the world's first black heavyweight champion, and the sacrifices he makes to take his place in history.

www.atcweb.org

Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St.

The Trial of Moses "Fleetwood" Walker, Previews Feb. 13, 14; Opens Feb. 15 thru Mar. 15

Experience Black History That's Color Blind.

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. See website for improv and comedy sketches on other nights of the week.

www.cictheater.com

Cornelia Arts Building, 1800 W. Cornelia Ave.
Open Studios-40 Artists, March 20, Friday 6 to 10 PM
Find the perfect artwork for your home, or a great artisan made gift for your loved ones, imbibe our complimentary refreshments or just enjoy the beautiful artwork, artisan made crafts in actual working artist studios.

www.corneliaartsbuilding.com

Corn Productions Conservatory, 4210 N. Lincoln Ave.

DRINK! The Sketch Comedy Drinking Game - Best of Year One, Saturdays at 11pm thru Mar. 7

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

www.cornservatory.org

Davis Theater, 4614 N. Lincoln Ave.

Now Playing: Kingsman-The Secret Service, Fifty Shades of Grey, The Spongebob Movie, The Imitation Game

www.davistheater.com

High-Hat Club, 1920 W Irving Park Rd.

Serving up nightly live entertainment including comedy, jazz, rock, Creole-Italian style food and fine cocktails.

www.highhat.club/event

Martyrs', 3855 N. Lincoln Ave.

Small bar & live-music venue showcasing eclectic performers, with a menu of pizza & bar bites.

www.martyrslive.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

(re)discover theatre, 1638 W. Belmont Ave. (The Pony)

Fifty Shades of Shakespeare, thru Feb. 23, Fridays, Saturdays & Mondays 7:30PM; Feb. 14 at 9:30PM

Join us for an orgy of hilarious, powerful, and revealing explorations of gender roles, sexuality, kink and relationships all told through the bard's sexiest scenes: stripped down to 4 actors, 11 scenes and 25 roles.

http://rediscovertheatre.com/discover/

Signal Ensemble Theatre, 1802 W. Berenice Ave.

Red Bud, thru Feb. 28

A group of forty-somethings' annual reunion engenders frustration, weirdness and old baggage.

www.signalensemble.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

School Tours & Promotions

*CPS announced that January 30th and June 17th will become student attendance days following class cancellations earlier this month.

Lake View High School

LVHS student accepted to study astrophysics at Princeton University. Learn more about this wonderful example of the great things happening at LVHS by clicking here.

Amundsen High School

Covering All the Bases for Safety - Amundsen Baseball Fundraiser

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). Winter tour dates are:

Friday, February 6 at 10 a.m.
Thursday, February 12 at 10 a.m.
Friday, March 6 at 10 a.m.
Thursday, March 12 at 10 a.m.
School tours are also available by appointment by contacting Erik Olson at ejolson@cps.edu.

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.

Ravenswood Elementary

Video Highlights Art Integration at Ravenswood Elementary School

Arts integration is a key component of learning at Ravenswood Elementary. Through it, the fine arts are incorporated into each classroom's general curriculum. Have you ever wondered what arts integration looks like? This new video shows how Ravenswood's teachers and students benefit from it.

Thank you to Mr. Guidry, Mr. Jacobi and all of Room 208. A special thanks to Free Spirit Media for producing this piece; to Warner Brothers for their on-going support and funding of this project; and to GROW47 and Alderman Pawar for connecting Ravenswood Elementary with Warner Brothers.

McPherson Elementary

Waters School

Chess Award Goes to Waters School Student

Congratulations to Waters Chess team member Adam Chapparo. Adam was the recipient in the 7th/8th grade novice YCFC Outstanding Achievement Award tournament held at Marshall High School. Waters teacher Mr. Prado is the coach for this awesome Waters Chess Team.

St. Matthias School

You can help pave the way to outdoor learning at the school by purchasing an engraved paver brick for the new walkway

St. Matthias School's Garden Committee is pleased to announce that a new brick walkway has been installed on the Ainslie side of the building. Approximately 800 4" x 8" clay pavers comprise a safer, better-looking walkway that will serve as the centerpiece of the Sprouts Garden project.

Any resident or business owner in the ward can make a valuable and enduring contribution to the Sprouts Garden by purchasing an engraved paver during this season of giving. Your contribution is entirely tax-deductible. Pavers are available for $100 (4" x 8 ") or $225 (8" x 8"). A limited number of $500 legacy pavers (8" x 16") are available, as well. The online purchase process is simple:

Open www.stmatthiasschool.org
Click 'Parent Center'
Click 'Sprouts Garden Brick Pavers' and select your preferred paver size.

The available characters for an engraved message varies by paver size: up to 39 characters (4" x 8 "), up to 78 characters (8" x 8") and up to 156 characters (8" x 16"). We invite you to order before year-end to help us pave the way to a new outdoor, experiential learning space for our students beginning in spring 2015!

The Sprouts Garden is a self-funded project collaboration between parent volunteers and teachers who aspire to build and cultivate an engaging outdoor learning & exploration space for the students of St. Matthias School. If you have an idea to share, a garden resource to donate or you wish to purchase an engraved paver for the new walkway, then please let us know: SMSsproutsgarden@gmail.com. Thank you!

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 March 3, 2015

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

Or visit www.pilgrimchurchandschool.org

"Academic Excellence with a Heart"

4300 N. Winchester Ave.

Chicago, IL 60613

On March 7th, Pilgrim Lutheran School (Cullom & Winchester) will host it's annual fundraising gala at Mrs. Murphy's on Lincoln! The event, Those 70s Shows, is a great way to support a local school and join us for a fun night out to meet your neighbors! Buy tickets or get more info here.

St. Benedict School

Dara Reports

Another 47th Ward Shop is named to an elite list. Amy's Candy Bar placed #2 of 19 of the best candy shops in America. Amy is not only the creator of some of the most tasty treats in America; she is also a pet lover and supporter of Friendship Pet Food Pantry.

The Power of Touch

Tuesday, February 17

Presented by Rainbow Hospice & Palliative Care

8am Registration

8:30-9:30 Breakfast & Presentation

Covenant Home of Chicago

2720 W. Foster Ave.

RSVP: 773-596-2296 Tricia Mullen

Here are some tips from neighbor Brian Lunt from Motiv Training Gym that will help us this winter.

Save the Date - Riverbank Fundraiser - Saturday, March 7 at 7pm

For everyone who enjoys birdwatching, feeding the ducks, watching an urban native prairie change through the seasons or just strolling along the path watching the river flow.

Riverbank Neighbors, led by Pete Leki, the Ecology Director at Waters School, have been stewards of the east side of the river from Montrose to Belle Plaine for over 20 yrs. They are the only neighborhood group to have this agreement with MWRD. MWRD has finished their "restoration" to keep the riverbank from deteriorating. Now the real work begins - to build more paths, erect fencing and signage and augment the plantings. Through a partnership with 501C3, non-profit, Friends of the River, funds donated are tax deductible.

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.

Read about the Cats at Work Project in our neighborhood!

We have five months of sponsorships for recycling buckets, thanks to generous neighbors. We only need seven more to have a whole year of battery recycling available. If you, a group of neighbors or local business would like to sponsor a month for $70, please contact Andres, a neighbor who is a C3 volunteer. Email Andres at: vivaelfrente@netzero.net

Do you or someone you know need assistance with People's Gas energy bill? There is a formula for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Call CEDA at 800-571-2332 or visit www.cedaorg.net. You can help provide assistance by donating (Its tax deductible!) via Share the Warmth.

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

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

Neighborhood identifiers are currently being installed and the contractor will fill the sidewalk vault at 1752 by mid-February.
The new traffic signal controller at Damen will be installed shortly and all traffic signals and pedestrian countdown clocks along the stretch will be re-timed to help improve traffic flow along the corridor.
This spring, all remaining plantings will be performed, fencing will be installed at Claremont Plaza, and the remaining punch list items will be addressed.

As always, pay close attention to parking restrictions.

Water Main Replacement for Rockwell from Irving Park to Berteau

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management are replacing the water main from 1909 under Rockwell from Irving Park to Berteau. Staged parking restrictions and partial road closures will be necessary during working hours. The project will continue being staged in one-block segments. For more information on this project, please click here.

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 should no longer be needed. 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 replaced the water mains from 1906 under Rockwell from Lawrence to Montrose and Eastwood from Virginia to Western. Work is now complete with resurfacing and landscape restoration following in Spring 2015. For more information on this project, please click here.

Water Main Replacement for Seeley from Montrose to Wilson

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have replaced the water main from 1890 under Seeley from Montrose to Wilson. The trenches are backfilled with concrete. 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. Final connections are complete and the trench is capped. 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) - Expected to begin mid-February. 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 are working their way north.

METRA Traffic Closures and Detours Around Ravenswood Avenue

New Metra Station (west side): Union Pacific needs to finish up their track work before the new station on the west side (outbound) can open, which is projected to happen this spring.
METRA Phase II: Design and engineering work is currently being performed for improvements to the east side of the tracks and will be put out to bid once complete. Construction of the bridges and new station is expected to start in the fall and will last approximately 18 months. Work on the east side will move faster than on the west side since the track is currently in place there and extensive retaining wall work is not necessary.

For more information, visit the infrastructure section of our website or contact Jim Poole at jim@chicago47.org or 773-549-4462.

Community Events

For details on the events listed below, please see the events section of our website.

February 13 Friday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Pasta Night at American Legion Tattler Post #973

American Legion Tattler Post #973, 4355 N. Western Avenue

February 13 Friday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Valentine Dance at Chase Park

Chase Park, 4701 N. Ashland Avenue

February 13 Friday 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Friendship Pet Food Pantry Fundraiser

Dolce Casa Cafe, 4947 N. Damen Avenue

February 13 Friday 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

German Apple Pancake Cooking Class

DANK Haus German American Cultural Center, 4740 N. Western Avenue

February 17 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912

Kindred Hospital, 6th Floor, 2544 W. Montrose

February 18 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1921 & 1922

Police Auditorium, 2452 W. Belmont

February 19 Thursday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Writing Sonnets Workshop with The Elements Theatre

Belmont Lincoln Library, 1659 W. Melrose Street

February 20 Friday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pet Food Distribution at Friendship Pet Food Pantry

Lincoln Square Friendship Center, 2733 W. Lawrence Avenue

February 20 Friday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Friday Fish Fry at Saint Andrew Parish

Saint Andrew Gym, Addison & Paulina

February 21 Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Renewable Energy & Energy Efficiency Forum, Illinois policies & tips for homes

Audubon Elementary School, 3500 N. Hoyne Avenue

February 22 Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Lincoln Square Chili Cook Off

The Red Lion, 4749 N. Rockwell Street

February 22 Sunday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Sarah's Circle's 23rd Annual Winter Walk

St. Augustine College, 1345 W. Argyle Street

February 23 Monday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Financing Your Small Business by Accion Chicago

Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street

February 24 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Seminar on Mental Health Commitment Hearings

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

February 27 Friday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Fish Fry, Support your vets !

American Legion Tattler Post #973, 4355 N. Western Avenue

February 27 Friday 5:18 PM - 6:00 PM

Shabbat Dinner

Le Cafe, 4655 N. Lincoln Avenue

February 28 Saturday 12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

My Fair Chicago, St. Ben's fundraiser

Germania Place, 108 W. Germania Place

February 28 Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

FREE Home Buying Seminar

Cambodian Association of Illinois, 2831 W. Lawrence Avenue

February 28 Saturday 6:30 PM - 11:00 PM

High School Prom, NPES fundraiser

Center on Halsted, 3656 N. Halsted Street

March 4 Wednesday 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

WARD NIGHT with Alderman Pawar--Mar. 4

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

March 5 Thursday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Caring for Grandchildren: Guardianship & Visitation

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

March 7 Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Keeping It Real, Burglars Panel Talk

20th District Police Station, 5400 N. Lincoln Avenue

March 7 Saturday 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM

Pilgrim Lutheran School Annual Fundraiser

Mrs. Murphy & Sons Irish Bistro, 3905 N. Lincoln Avenue

March 11 Wednesday 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Keep Calm & Learn Technology, Smartphones to iPads

Sulzer Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue

March 16 Monday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

15th Annual Senior Health Fair at Broadway Armory

Broadway Armory, 5917 N. Broadway

March 17 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912

Kindred Hospital, 6th Floor, 2544 W. Montrose

March 18 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1921 & 1922

Police Auditorium, 2452 W. Belmont

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.