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May 15, 2015

On this day in 1800, President John Adams orders the federal government to pack up and leave Philadelphia and set up shop in the nation's new capital in Washington, D.C.

The 47th Ward Office will be CLOSED on Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25.

Dear Neighbor,

On May 9, 2015, North Center, and the entire 47th Ward, lost a tremendous community leader. Garrett FitzGerald lost his battle with brain cancer after fighting bravely in the face of this terrible disease. Garrett served as the Executive Director of the Northcenter Chamber of Commerce and the Chief Executive Officer of the Northwest Community Corporation. Garrett was a champion for our local shopping districts and economic development, and his leadership will be sorely missed. Under his watch, Northcenter Chamber membership grew from 23 members to nearly 400. He was the driving force behind the growth of Ribfest, and worked tirelessly to market and highlight Northcenter as one of Chicago's premiere neighborhoods.

Garrett (second from the right) at the 2013 Ribfest.

Garrett was a fixture in the 47th Ward having worked for both Ald. Eugene Schulter and County Commissioner Forrest Claypool before beginning his work at the chamber. Garrett served on the Illinois Civil Service Commission since 2011. He is also a past Treasurer and Chairman of the Board of Directors at Neumann Family Services. As a champion for local education, Garrett served on the Bell Local School Council and on the St. Benedict School Board of Directors. He also gave his time to be the 4th Congressional District's Representative on the Citizens' Utility Board.

It was an honor to call Garrett my friend. He reached out to me shortly after my win in 2011. He provided insight and counsel and we became fast friends. Over the last two years, Garrett was an inspiration and I am going to miss him very much. Especially his gregarious spirit and passion for life. He is survived by his wife, Alicia, and daughter, Bridget. On behalf of the entire 47th Ward, I want to send heartfelt condolences to Garrett's family during this time.

The visitation for Garrett is open to the public and will be held today from 3-9 p.m. at Grein Funeral Directors, 2114 W. Irving Park Rd. A funeral mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Benedict's Church, 2215 W. Irving Park Rd. In lieu of flowers or memorials, the family asks that you donate in Garrett's honor to: Voices Against Brain Cancer at voicesagainstbraincancer.org or Neumann Family Services at neumannfamilyservices.org.

I will be introducing a resolution to City Council, on behalf of the 47th Ward and in partnership with the Northcenter Chamber, honoring Garrett's exceptional accomplishments and renaming Belle Plaine from Damen to Lincoln in his honor.

Inaugural Day of Service
In honor of the new City Council being sworn in on Monday, May 18th. Mayor Emanuel is hosting days of service throughout every ward in Chicago tomorrow, May 16th. The 47th Ward volunteer event will be held at the Montrose Metra Community Garden from 7:30am to 11am. If you would like to help weed garden beds, clean up in the area, and work on plantings meet Dara between Montrose and Berteau on the west side of Ravenswood. More information, including info on other sites, can be found on www.cic2015.org.

Sincerely,

Don't Get Scammed. BEWARE of Utility Impersonators

Advisory Message from ComED

ComEd has seen an increase in reports of individuals calling ComEd customers and falsely claiming their electric service will be disconnected unless payment is made. These impersonators instruct customers to buy a prepaid credit card and call back to a different phone number with the personal identification number (PIN) or other personal information. They also use a tactic called "Caller ID spoofing" too manipulate the displayed phone number so that it appears as a ComEd number.

Remember: ComEd representatives will never call you to ask you for cash or request that you purchase a prepaid credit card to make a payment on your bill. If you have concerns about the status of your account, call ComEd's Customer Service line at 800-334-7661(800-EDISON1).

If you believe you have been the target of a phone scam, ComEd urges you to contact the Illinois Attorney General's office at 800-386-5438 (TTY 800-964-3013), or visit illinoisattorneygeneral.gov and click on the "Protecting Consumers" link. Click here to learn more.

This Week...

Dog Advisory

Scam Alert

One Summer Chicago

ASL Classes NOW Available

Montrose Metra Community Garden

FAiR Save the Diagonal Campaign

RCC Events: RAW, Business Networking & Greener Ravenswood

47th Ward A&C

GiGi's Playhouse Garage Sale

NNA Community Yard Sale

School Tours & Promotions

FWDCHI Tech Meet Ups

Spring Plant Exchange

Dara Reports

APCC Job Training

Infrastructure Update

Free Meal @ Pilgrim Lutheran

Homework Help @ Lincoln/Belmont Library

American Legion Events

GlobalFest @ St. Matthias

Welles Park Craft Beer Fest

Spring Into Summer @ Bethany

Roscoe Village Wine Stroll

Friendship Center Fundraiser

Community Events

Final Thoughts

Upcoming
Ward Nights

Wednesdays

5:00pm to 7:00pm

May 20

News from
Our Partners

Events at Sulzer Library

Events at Lincoln Belmont Library

Events at Bezazian Library

Events at Swedish Covenant Hospital

On Chicago47.org

2015 Blue Cart Schedule

Newsletter Archive

Infrastructure Map

TIF Transparency

Ward Guides

Save Your Ash Tree

LV2 Parking Pass Information

Cubs season is in full swing. The map of the LV2 parking area can be found on our website.

You can come into our office any time during normal business hours to pick up your passes. Bring proof of residence along with your license plate & city sticker numbers.Complete information on LV2 and what you'll need to bring with you is available on our website.

Street Sweeping

The new ward map takes full effect on May 18th. The rest of the season's street sweeping schedule is available on chicago47.org. The arterial sweeping schedule can be found here and will be updated soon.

American Sign Language (ASL) Classes Now Being Offered

Deaf Communication by Innovation at 3711 N. Ravenswood, Suite 144 is now offering classes in American Sign Language, designed to acquaint the student with Deaf Culture and to provide the basic ability to communicate with Deaf people using ASL. There are five progressive levels of classes, each level consisting of six or eight weekly, two hour classes. For further information and to sign up please click here.

There's a NEW Garden in Town - Montrose Metra Community Gardens

A new community garden space is taking shape along the Metra tracks on the west side of Ravenswood
Avenue, between Montrose and Berteau: the Montrose Metra Community Gardens!

The space has been prepared by a group of your neighbors and community groups with a desire to make
our area a little healthier and more beautiful through hands-on engagement and urban gardening. Our
mission is to create a vibrant green community space that connects neighbors and fosters a healthy and
sustainable environment in the local area. The beds are built, the trees are planted and fences installed.
Now we need donations and gardeners!

This new green space includes a community food garden with 46 plots, each measuring 4x8 ft:

(6) plots for volunteers that will benefit local pantries and charities
(10) plots available for local businesses and organizations (with a $150 donation for the year)
(30) plots available to individuals in the community (with a $75 donation for the year)

These plots will be assigned to the first 30 residents who donate $75 and to the first 10
businesses/organizations that donate $150 starting at 12 Noon on Monday, May 4. Eligible residents and
organizations must have an address in the official city boundaries of Ravenswood, North Center or
Lincoln Square.

To donate and earn the chance to rent a plot, follow these instructions:

Go to our donation page on NeighborSpace on or after May 4 at 12 Noon
Choose an individual or business/organization plot donation by clicking the associated button
Complete the donation with all required details

IMPORTANT NOTE: We strongly suggest you walk over to the garden to see the space before deciding to

try for a plot. There are steep slopes and unlevel ground that may be difficult for some individuals or
families.

If you don't want a plot but want to help this project, please consider a donation of $20, $50, $100 or
any other amount. We will be extremely thankful!

Interested in sponsorship opportunities? Contact Emma Pieper
For status updates on our many projects and garden growth, follow us on Facebook!
Have questions or want to volunteer? Email us at montrosemetragardens@gmail.com

47th Ward A&C*

*Arts & Culture

Access Contemporary Music, 1758 W. Wilson Ave.

Showcasing exciting developments in contemporary classical music.
www.acmusic.org/attend/concerts

Alibi Fine Art, 4426 N. Ravenswood Ave.

Remembering Harry Callahan, thru May 23
Photographs by David Akiba, a solo show of gelatin silver diptychs.

http://alibifineart.com

American Theater Company, 1909 W. Byron St.

The Project(s), Apr. 24 thru May 24
Thursdays to Saturdays 8 PM, Saturdays & Sundays 2 PM
A documentary play about the history of public housing in Chicago based on over 100 interviews with historians, and former and current residents of Cabrini-Green, Robert Taylor Homes, Wentworth Gardens and Ida B. Wells Homes.

www.atcweb.org

Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark St.

Sounds So Sweet, thru May 31
Featuring the girl groups from yesterday and today.

www.blackensembletheater.org

Bughouse Theater, 1910 W. Irving Park Rd.

Hogwash: An Improvised Tall Tale, children's show, May 16, 23 & 30 Saturdays 10:30AM. Adults free, kids $10
Piebenga Plumbing /Houndstooth, improv, June 5, July 3, first Fridays 10PM. $10
Simmer Brown, stand up showcase, May 30, June 20, August 29, select Saturdays 8PM. $10
An Ebony Man in an Ivory Tower, a one-man sketch comedy show by Second City touring company member John Thibodeaux, May 22 & 29 Fridays 8PM. $10
Thursday Night Improv, hosted by Chicago Improv Studio, Thursdays 8PM. $10, discounts and 2-for-1's available
Peaches and HotSauce, live podcast, Thursdays 10PM. $10, discounts and 2-for-1's available

www.bughousetheater.com

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

Chicago Mosaic School, 1806 W. Cuyler Ave.

Yolo Man and His Apocalyptic Alphabet, thru June 28, opening reception May 1 Friday 6:30-9 PM
With the Gallery of Contemporary Mosaics, works on paper & mosaics by Australian artist Pamela Irving.

www.chicagomosaicschool.com

Cornelia Arts Building, 1800 W. Cornelia Ave.

Open Studios Spring 2015, May 29, Friday 6-10 PM

www.corneliaartsbuilding.com

DANK Haus, 4740 N Western Ave.

As the German American Cultural Center for Chicago check out the many diverse events they sponsor.

http://dankhaus.com/events

Corn Productions Conservatory, 4210 N. Lincoln Ave.

Rubbing Out Otis: A Film Noir Farce, Wednesdays to Saturdays at 8 PM thru May 26
A screwball comedy in the tradition of Clue, The Pink Panther and Noises Off.

www.cornservatory.org

Davis Theater, 4614 N. Lincoln Ave.

Now Playing: Avengers: Age of Ultron, Home, The Age of Adaline, Paul Blart Mall Cop 2

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

Old Town School of Folk Music, 4544 N. Lincoln Ave.

Chicago's premier institution dedicated to the preservation and performance of folk and other music.

www.oldtownschool.org/concerts

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

Signal Ensemble Theatre, 1802 W. Berenice Ave.

The Drowning Girls, thru Jun. 6,
Thursdays to Saturdays 8 PM & Sundays 3 PM

A breathtaking fantasia and a social critique, full of rich images, a myriad of characters, and lyrical language 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

Amundsen High School

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). Spring tour dates are:

June 5 - Friday - 10:00 a.m.
June 11 - Thursday - 10:00 a.m.

School tours are also available by appointment by contacting Erik Olson at ejolson@cps.edu

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

Ravenswood Elementary School Tour Dates

Ravenswood Elementary School offers monthly tours and has added additional April and May tours to accommodate families making lottery decisions. Tours scheduled for the remainder of the school year include:

Tuesday, May 26

Tuesday, June 9

All tours begin at 9:00 a.m.

Tours are led by Ravenswood parents knowledgeable about the school curriculum and activities. Visitors have the opportunity to see facilities, observe classrooms in action, ask questions and experience our school community firsthand. After the tour, the principal or assistant principal will join the group for an open question-and-answer session.

Reservations are not necessary. To join the tour, enter the school through the main (center) entry doors on Paulina Street. Sign in at the security desk and proceed down the hall to Multi-Purpose Room.

Tuition-based Preschool at Ravenswood Elementary School

A few 2015-2016 spots are still available!

Ravenswood School is home to a top-notch preschool program designed for working parents and other families looking for a play-based, high-quality pre-kindergarten experience for their children.

Who: Children who turned three- or four-years-old by September 1, 2015 and are potty-trained.

When: Full-days, Monday through Friday during the school year; children can be dropped off as early as 8 a.m. and picked up as late as 6 p.m.

Where: Ravenswood Elementary School - 4332 North Paulina Street (at Montrose Avenue)

Come see for yourself!

Ravenswood offers comprehensive school tours at 9 a.m. Tours scheduled for the remainder of the school year include: Tuesday, May 12 and Tuesday, June 9. Tours are led by Ravenswood parents knowledgeable about the school curriculum and activities. Visitors have the opportunity to see facilities, observe classrooms in action, ask questions and experience our school community firsthand. After the tour, the principal or assistant principal will join the group for an open question-and-answer session.

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 hosts school tours every Tuesday at 10am. For More Information or to register for one of our open houses 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

St. Benedict School

St. Ben's is looking for bands to "Rock the Fest" at BenFest.

For more information, click here.

Dara Reports

We are proud to say that the 47th Ward has the most Chicago Conservation Corps leaders and Projects in the entire city! If you aren't familiar with C3, it is a program run out of the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum that recruits, trains and supports a network of volunteers who work together to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods & schools through environmental service projects. Andres, who runs our twice yearly recycling efforts and Sarah, a leader at the Repair Caf� - are both C3 leaders. Three of our schools have student clubs: Waters, Amundsen and Lake View http://chicagoconservationcorps.org/

The Friendship Pet Food Pantry wants to acknowledge our caring neighbors and say a special THANK YOU to Dave from our Jewel on Lincoln for their generous help with cat litter. Also THANKS to Bonnie and the teen aged angels at Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club for delivering a donation of pet food from Pet Food Experts (big THANKS to them, to the pantry and Care for Real. If you are looking for a truly caring, inspirational program for your children or teens, look no further than NBGC. The proof is in the kids.

Trees in Clark Park - Join Openlands Volunteers on Saturday, May 23, 2015 9am-1pm There is an incredible dirt track at the southern end of Clark Park that needs some attention. It's a wild little place right in our neighborhood.

Thousands of community members from the 5 county area came together on Tuesday for the Chicago Community Trust's On the Table initiative. This is their 2^nd year and Forward Chicago & 47^th Ward Senior Council has hosted dinners both times. It is important the CCT hears directly from the community what folks think about their specific topic. This year the discussion was about Philanthropy. What is your definition of that word?

Do you practice your definition of philanthropy: if so, how, where, are you involved enough? How do you feel when you practice philanthropy? "I can give $25-$35 to a worthy cause that I believe in." But when I give my time - that's when I'm really committed." Karen Kolb co-founder, Forward Chicago.

Meet Community Gardeners from all over Chicago! Chicago Community Gardeners Association will meet on Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30pm at the 47th Ward Office - 4243 N. Lincoln

A Fun & Easy Way to Help! On Saturday, June 20, thousands of men, women and children will gather on Chicago's lakefront to raise funds and awareness for the fight to end hunger in Cook County. The Hunger Walk is a fun opportunity for all types of businesses, organizations and individuals to help ensure their neighbors get the food they need. The 5K, 3/1 mile Hunger Walk benefits pantries, soup kitchens and shelters in Cook County; who are members of the Greater Chicago Food Depository's network.

If you would like your walk to benefit one of our pantries, here are their GCFD numbers for your form:

American Indian Center: A00020

Common Pantry: A0003

Lincoln Square Friendship Center: A01471

Ravenswood Community Services: A00462

Monarch Butterflies are important to our environment; consider plantings to attract them to your garden.

Ravenswood United Church of Christ is looking for Sunday Morning Nursery helper. This is wonderful part-time job for you, if you have experience with and love children. Learn more at www.ravenswooducc.org . Send a letter and resume to Pastor Jason Coulter at info@ravenswooducc.org or call 773-549-5472.

Friendship Pet Food Pantry is looking for volunteers during the pet food distribution; 3-5pm,the 3rd Friday of the month. Learn more here.

Please be sure to report any drain that does not clear within 12 hours of rainfall to the 47th Ward Office or 311.

If there is a dog in your life stay informed about the new strain of dog flu.

Rats are out enjoying our spring weather. Never want to see one near your home again? To learn more about Cats at Work, start here.

Please bring in your old batteries for recycling. Keep them out of the landfill.

What month does your city sticker expire? All of them used to expire at the end of June; which is no longer the case. Your renewal form should come in the mail. Just in case: please put a reminder in your calendar. Let's all avoid getting a ticket and socked with a late fee.

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.

We have six months of sponsorships for recycling buckets, thanks to generous neighbors. We only need six 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

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

Landscaping work will be performed along the rest of the project and is scheduled to be completed by mid-June. Planters will be dug out and new topsoil will be added before plants are installed. Dead and damaged trees will also be replaced. Please pay close attention to parking restrictions.
There have been some issues with sidewalks and curbs/gutters along the stretch spalling and the contractor is looking into getting these sections removed and replaced. We will provide additional information on replacement timelines when they become available.
The new traffic signal controller at Damen will be installed in mid-May and remaining electrical work is expected to be completed by the end of May. Once the new signal has been activated, the other timings along the stretch will be adjusted.
Gateway identifier poles will go up in mid-May and neighborhood identifiers and banner arms are already in place.
Additional work at Claremont Plaza will begin shortly, which includes a new fence to shield the dumpsters and new stamped asphalt to connect through to Giddings Plaza.
New benches and trash cans were installed along the corridor.
Remaining punch list items will be addressed this summer. The expected completion date for the entire streetscape project is mid-July.

As always, pay close attention to parking restrictions.

Ravenswood Metra Station

The new station opened in early May (west side, for outbound trains)!
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 11 new bridges and new station (east side, for inbound trains) is expected to start in spring 2016 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. The middle track will also be removed as part of this project.

Sewer Main Replacement for Paulina from Montrose to Cullom & Cullom from Paulina to Ravenswood

Crews from the Dept. of Water Management will be replacing the sewers from 1889 under Paulina from Montrose to Cullom & Cullom from Paulina to Ravenswood starting in June. This work will require a parking restrictions and a full street closure from 7am to 4pm Monday through Friday. There will also be a full closure of Montrose at Paulina for four days during this work. For complete information on this project, please click here.

Water Main Replacement for Western from Roscoe to Addison

Crews from the Dept. of Water Management have replaced the water main from 1912 under Western from Roscoe to Addison. Crews are continuing their work from Barry to Nelson. Full restoration will take place as part of the Western viaduct removal project slated to begin this summer and last 18-24 months. Be aware of increased traffic in the area, and avoid travel in the area, if possible.

Water Main Replacement for Rockwell from Irving Park to Berteau

Contractors working with the Dept. of Water Management have replaced the water main from 1909 under Rockwell from Irving Park to Berteau. Restoration is underway. 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. Restoration is underway and street resurfacing will happen soon. 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 underway. 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. Restoration is underway. 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. Restoration is underway. For more information on this project, please click here.

Water Mains Coming Soon:

Alley Between Hermitage and Ravenswood - Montrose to approx. 250' south of Cullom & Cullom from Hermitage to Ravenswood: Scheduled to begin at the end of May. More Info here.

New Divvy Stations

A total of 176 stations are being installed across the City as the Divvy network expands. Please see www.divvybikes.com for station locations. Here are the five stations that were recently installed in the 47th Ward:

Rockwell & Eastwood
Addison & Rockwell
Oakley & Irving Park
Campbell & Montrose
Leavitt & Addison

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.

May 15 Friday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pet Food Distribution at Friendship Pet Food Pantry

Lincoln Square Friendship Center, 2733 W. Lawrence Avenue

May 15 Friday 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Once on this Island Jr., a play May 15-16 @ 6:30PM & May 17 @ 2:30PM

Saint Andrew Church & School, 1710 W Addison Street

May 16 Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Chair Yoga at Bezazian Library

Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street

May 16 Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Forgotten Chicago: Unbuilt Uptown and Beyond

Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street

May 16 Saturday 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

St. Matthias' GlobalFest, annual cultural celebration

St. Matthias School, 4910 N. Claremont Avenue

May 17 Sunday 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Andersonville Wine Walk

Clark, Lawrence to Olive, 4800-5700 N Clark Street

May 17 Sunday 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Of Land, Sea & Sky: Lyrical landscapes by Judy Koon

Sulzer Library community room, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue

May 19 Tuesday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Real Estate Fraud Prevention

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

May 19 Tuesday 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Make Your Voice Heard for the Education Our Children Deserve

Luther Memorial Church, 2500 W. Wilson Avenue

May 19 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912

Kindred Hospital, 6th Floor, 2544 W. Montrose

May 20 Wednesday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

McPherson Walk-a-Thon, have fun walking for funds

McPherson Elementary School, 4728 N. Wolcott Avenue

May 20 Wednesday 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

WARD NIGHT with Alderman Pawar--May 20

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

May 20 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1921 & 1922

May 20 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Alzheimer's Research: Get Informed, Get Involved

Japanese American Service Committee, 4427 N. Clark Street

May 23 Saturday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Plant Trees in Clark Park Woods

Clark Park Woods, "The Garden" bike track, 3400 N. Rockwell Street

May 23 Saturday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Craft Beer Fest at Welles Park

Welles Park, 2333 W. Sunnyside Avenue

May 25 Monday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Memorial Day Parade

Rosehill Cemetery, 5800 N Ravenswood Avenue

May 26 Tuesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beat 2031

Anderson Pavilion, 2751 W. Winona

May 27 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beat 2032

May 28 Thursday 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Roscoe Village Wine Stroll

Roscoe Village Chamber of Commerce, 3201 N Wolcott Avenue

May 29 Friday 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Burger Night at American Legion Tattler Post

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

May 30 Saturday 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

The Nature of Sex: Mating, Childbirth & Parenting

Sulzer Regional Library, 4455 N. Lincoln Avenue

May 31 Sunday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Baby & Kids Garage Sale benefiting Gigi's Playhouse

Gigi's Playhouse Chicago, 3948 N Lincoln Avenue

June 1 Monday 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

The 2015 International Cultural Festival

Black Ensemble Theater, 4450 N. Clark Street

June 3 Wednesday 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

CAPS Meeting - Beat 2033

Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street

June 11 Thursday 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Social Security Benefits and You

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

June 13 Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Hidden History of Uptown & Edgewater with Patrick Butler

Bezazian Library, 1226 W. Ainslie Street

June 14 Sunday 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Hobo with a Trash Can, film benefit

Patio Theater, 6008 W Irving Park Road

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

CAPS Meeting - Beats 1911 & 1912

Kindred Hospital, 6th Floor, 2544 W. Montrose

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

PLanning now to provide peace of mind--for you and for those you love

Japanese American Service Committee, 4427 N. Clark Street

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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.

Final Thoughts

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