September 9th, 2014
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TOMORROW: September Chamber Mixer at Sparkfactor!

When: Wed., Sept. 10th, 6-8pm
Where: Sparkfactor, 1644 N. Honore

Join us tomorrow, Wed., Sept. 10th, for the September Mixer at Sparkfactor! The minds behind the media at 1644 N. Honore have an "*inspired interactive" evening planned for their fellow businesses, replete with Famous Dave's BBQ, libations from Joe's Wine Cellar, and Sparkling conversation. They'll also be raffling off an email newsletter template worth $1,000, two pairs of tickets to the Third Annual WPB Fall Dinner Crawl, free BBQ delivery for a year, and more! RSVP now!

 

September Brain Trust: 

Choose Your Digital Destiny

When: Thurs., Sept. 11th, 12:30-2pm

Where: Bucktown- Wicker Park Library, 1701 N. Milwaukee

There is a lot to know to successfully run your business's website and The Chicago Sun Times Digital Media Advantage has all the resources you need. Come to the September Brain Trust with any & all questions about your business's digital presence, from how your website looks & functions, to e-commerce, to gathering data on how your customers use your website. The Sun Times Media Team is also bringing their expertise in fields such as remarketing & telemarketing tracking to make it easy for you to approach. For more info, click here.

 

Get Your Tickets for Dinner Crawl & Kids' Nite Out!

There are only three weeks left to purchase tickets for the Third Annual Fall Dinner Crawl on Tuesday, Sept. 30th from 6-9pm! Worried about getting a sitter? We've partnered with The Kids' Table to provide a night on the town that the young ones can enjoy, complete with a healthy meal and food-based activities! The Fall Dinner Crawl has sold out quickly the past two years, so get your tickets early for the route of your choice. For more info and tickets, click here.

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Wicker Park Farmers Market

Vendor Spotlight: Nadiya's Cupcakes

The market welcomes Nadiya's Cupcakes this week! At Nadiya's Cupcakes, it always gets down to the heart of every occasion. So whether it is for a birthday, wedding, anniversary, corporate promotion, Valentine's Day, baby showers, friends and family, or just if you like frosting, you have found the perfect icing to your cake. The Wicker Park Farmers Market is held every Sunday from 8am-2pm through October 26th in Wicker Park proper (1425 N. Damen). For more info, click here.

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Snow Removal RFP Released
The WPB SSA #33 is requesting proposals for sidewalk snow removal services in the SSA district for the 2014-15 Winter Season. Proposals are due Friday, September 26. Find the RFP here



Community Shredding & E-Recycling Event
When: Sat., Sept. 13th, 10am-12pm
Where: Jewel/Kmart parking lot on Ashland, just north of Milwaukee.
Dispose of unwanted items safely and responsibly-- bring sensitive documents to be shredded and recycled, as well as unwanted computer equipment and old books for recycling or reuse. For more info, click here.

Bench Marks
Monique Meloche Gallery presents Hank Willis Thomas 'Bench Marks,' their debut "off the wall" public art project, that opened Monday, September 1st. During the fall of 2014, 'Bench Marks' will be installed onto various public bus benches throughout Chicago's Wicker Park Bucktown neighborhood.  See if you can spot them or check out the gallery's website for the map!

WPB SSA #33 Renewal
The WPB SSA #33 is renewing and
we need signatures of support from property owners and business owners in the district! You can sign on-line here. WPB SSA #33 funds programming that includes sidewalk snow removal, sidewalk cleaning, supplemental garbage pick-up, tree care and landscaping, transportation initiatives, neighborhood promotions and community grants. More info about WPB SSA #33 here.

WPB SSA 33 LogoCommittee & Commission Meetings
Transportation Committee meets Thurs., Sept. 11th at 8:30am at the WPB Chamber office. Green Committee meets Fri., Sept. 12th at 9am at Janik's Cafe, 2011 W. Division. WPB SSA #33 Commission meets Wed., Sept. 17th at 7pm at the Wicker Park Fieldhouse, 1425 N. Damen. Meet & Greet begins at 6:30pm. Join us!
 
What is the WPB SSA? Click here to find out
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 CommunityEvents  
Art Works Course
When: Thursdays or Fridays, Sept. 11th - Nov. 21st
Where: 1579 N. Milwaukee, Ste. 210
The Art Works Course is for anyone who is interested in connecting with making art. From the artist who is blocked, to someone who has a creative side that wants to explore it more seriously, or the clinician who wants to use art to better understand oneself, this course is for you! The course is offered either Thursday evening from 7-9pm or Friday morning from 10a-12pm. For more info, click here.

Oktoberfest Tap Takeover
When: Thurs., Sept. 11th, 7pm
Where: High Noon Saloon, 1560 N. Milwaukee
Wicker Park's Tex-Mex sport lounge welcomes the Oktoberfest season with a tap takeover highlighting four seasonal beers. The event features education on the Oktoberfest beers, suggested food pairings from chef Ruben Beltran's Tex-Mex menu, plus raffles and gear giveaways. For more info, click here.

September Special: Handprinted Art Class
When: Fri., Sept. 12th, 7pm
Where: One Strange Bird, 2124 W. Division
Cost: $20
Join One Strange Bird for a 2-hour printmaking class! All materials will be provided. Run by an artist, One Strange Bird seeks to foster a dialogue between process and product by featuring an on-site studio where customers can see artists making art, while they shop. For more info, click here.

Acro-Yoga Workshop
When: Sat., Sept. 13th, 1:30-3:30pm
Where: Eb & Flow Yoga Studio, 1834 W. North
Combine the wisdom of yoga, the excitement of acrobatics and the release of massage in this flying fun workshop!  Unlock the impossible and ignite delight in flight!  No partner or experience necessary. Suitable for all levels. Just bring a playful sense of adventure to this fun workshop! For more info, click here.

Volunteer at the Bucktown 5K & Earn Money for Street-Level Youth Media!
When: Sun., Sept. 14th, 6:30am-12pm
Where: Burr Elementary School Grounds, 1621 W. Wabansia
The Bucktown 5K is Sunday, September 14th and if Street-Level Youth Media provides 50 volunteers (all ages) to help pour and hand out Gatorade and water to runners, we will earn $$$ as a secondary charity for the event, plus a tent space at the post-race party to educate the neighborhood about the opportunities available at Street-Level.  If you can pitch in, please click here.

Second Service Launch
When: Sun., Sept. 14th, 9:30am-12:30pm
Where: Urban Village Church, 1543 W. Division
Urban Village Church -- a bold, inclusive, and relevant faith community -- is growing! Beginning Sunday, September 14th, they'll worship at both 9:30am and 11:15am. Join them as they launch their second service. For more info, click here.

Wicker Park Garden Tour & Concert
When: Sun., Sept. 14th, 10am-12:30pm
Where: Wicker Park, 1425 N. Damen
This Sunday, enjoy a special tour of Wicker Park beginning at 10am. The tour will be followed by a Symphony Strings Quartet concert, showcasing Villa Lobos and other South American composers. For more info, click here.

Guided Visualization & Balancing
When: Sun., Sept. 14th, 10-11am
Where: Ruby Room, 1743-35 W. Division
Phillip offers guided visualization through focusing your breathing and letting go. Insights will be offered on the power of the subconscious. As Phillip offers potent and practical food for thought, you will feel fresh and more aligned with your natural inner and outer balance. For more info, click here.

Buck-toberfest Pub Crawl Tickets Available Now
When: Sat., Sept. 20th, 12pm
Where: Begins at The Corner Bar, 2224 N. Leavitt
Cost: $40
Celebrate beer, bars, and good deeds at the Buck-toberfest Pub Crawl! Roam the best bars in Bucktown while raising money for arts education. Tickets include a limited edition T-shirt, drink specials, and the chance to meet some goat-rageous people. For more info, click here.

For more local events and deals, please visit our website at wickerparkbucktown.com.
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Chi Outreach Project

The Franciscan Outreach and its facilities could use our help. Door knobs need to be replaced, bed frames need replacing, and many mattresses are held together with duct tape. When a building feeds and houses 262 people a night, you can expect some wear and tear.  

They are asking for $30,000 to strengthen the foundation and infrastructure of all of the buildings run by Franciscan Outreach. This includes filling holes, fixing insulation, updating wiring and lighting, things of this nature.  Some of the funds will be going to the cost of running the soup kitchens as well. To learn more about the campaign and to donate, click here.


Participants & Sponsors Needed for Boo-Palooza
 The 2014 Boo-Palooza team seeks participants and sponsors for this year's Halloween event on Sat., Oct. 25th! The team is looking for sponsors, groups to present activity tables, volunteers, and people and businesses to donate food for the 300+ volunteers. We invite you, your community organization, business, school, church, elected officials, and those who love Halloween to participate this year. The deadline is next Wednesday, Sept. 17th. For more info, click here.

Midnight Circus at Holstein Park
When: Fri., Sept. 12th - Sun., Sept. 14th
Where: Holstein Park, 2200 N. Oakley
Midnight Circus in the Parks is a community building & fund raising event that tours all over Chicago each year. The Bucktown Community has long been a stronghold for big, bold, and fun crowds! To share the FUNraising and to reach more neighborhoods, proceeds from this location will benefit Stanton Park as well. For more info, click here.

Massage Envy: Healing Hands for Arthritis
When: Wed., Sept. 17th
Where: Massage Envy Spa, 1520 N. Damen
Massage Envy Spa and the Arthritis Foundation have joined forces to host the fourth annual Healing Hands for Arthritis, a one-day national event to build awareness and raise funds to fight arthritis. On September 17th, the 37 Massage Envy Spa locations in the greater Chicagoland area will donate $10 from every one-hour massage or facial to the Arthritis Foundation. To make an appointment for the Healing Hands for Arthritis event, contact your local Chicago area Massage Envy Spa at 1520 N. Damen.

WPB Green Message
Get the caulk gun out---it's time to think about weatherizing your home or business for winter. Elevate Energy (CNT Energy back in the old days) has hints and tips as well as savings opportunities and tons of good information on their website.

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