WE GOT IT IN WPB - A WEEKLY BUSINESS AND EVENTS NEWSLETTER
September 24th, 2014
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CLEAN NEIGHBORHOOD

 

Have you SEEN Milwaukee Avenue at 5am on any Sunday morning? (before Cleanslate cleans it up?)

We need your support!  The Wicker Park Bucktown Special Service Area #33 (SSA #33) is in the process of reconstituting for another 15 years. SSA #33 programs include sidewalk cleaning, supplemental garbage pickup, sidewalk snow removal, graffiti abatement and the orange bike racks, among others.

We don't want these services to end!  Please show your support by signing, here.  

 

 

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Chamber Events  ChamEvent

Bocce Ball Picnic Extravaganza

Word on the weather wire is that we're in for a gorgeous weekend! Before you pack away your bocce balls and picnic blanket for the winter, enjoy some outdoor eating, lounging, and sport, guided by our latest neighborhood itinerary

 

Insider Interviews: 

Green Businesses Tell All!

The WPB Green Initiatives Page just got greener. An intrepid WPB intern sat down with local businesses to get the scoop on they're reducing their carbon footprint. Hear from Littlerock Renovation Coaching, Joe's Wine Cellar, Piece Pizzeria & Brobagel, and more by clicking here!

 

Sign Up for Trick-Or-Treat 2014

Kids can enjoy an afternoon of trick-or-treating at Wicker Park Bucktown businesses after spending the morning at Boo-Palooza in Wicker Park proper! Businesses can sign up to be a trick-or-treat destination by sending an email with the subject line "Trick-or-Treat 2014 Business" to [email protected].  

For more info, click here.


 

October Chamber Mixer at Lottie's Pub

When: Wed., Oct. 8th, 6-8pm
Where: Lottie's Pub, 1925 W. Cortland
Join us at Bucktown staple Lottie's Pub for the October mixer! Menu and drink offerings are still in the works, but you know Lottie's will treat you right. Come get neighborly on October 8th with your fellow members and favorite Chamber. To RSVP, click here.

New Member Spotlight: Province

The Flat Iron Arts Building has recently welcomed a new tenant. Province is a whimsical farm-to-modern home & garden Etsy store in Studio #315. Owner Brad Waters is a professional career coach, and will also be offering consultations in his new digs. To learn more about Brad, his pop-up curiosities shop, and his career coaching, click here. We're blogging & bragging about new members a lot these days, so keep your eyes on the blog to learn more about our neighbors. 

 

Wicker Park Farmers Market

Community Table Spotlight: Sierra Club

The community table at the Wicker Park Farmers Market welcomes the Chicago Group of the Sierra Club this week! This non-profit has partnered with the Department of Water Management to provide useful and cost-saving information about the City's Meter Save program and other free conservation tools. 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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SSAUpdate   

Snow Removal Proposals Due Friday
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 26th. Find the RFP here


Orange Dot Celebrates Chicago Artists' Month!

When: Fri., Oct. 3rd, 6-10pm
Where: WPB Neighborhood
Kick off Chicago Artists' Month in Wicker Park & Bucktown! On the first Friday in October, stroll through the Flat Iron Arts Building, where galleries will be open, art will be abundant, and wine will be flowing to celebrate the work of our local artists. The celebration extends throughout the neighborhood, so be sure to check the website for event updates! This program is sponsored by WPB SSA #33. 

WPB SSA 33 LogoCommittee & Commission Meetings
Promote Committee meets Thurs., Sept. 2nd at 8:30am at the Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce, 1414 N. Ashland.  Join us!
 


What is the WPB SSA? Click here to find out
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 CommunityEvents  
Meaningful High Holiday Services & Dinner
When: Wed., Sept. 24th, 7pm
Where: The Living Room, 1630 N. Milwaukee
Chabad of Bucktown / Wicker Park invites you to meaningful High Holiday Services and Dinners observing Rosh HaShana. Services and dinners are free of charge; donations appreciated. All are welcome! for more info, click here.

Handstands, Hugs and Highways: A Fundraiser Class
When: Fri., Sept. 26th, 6-8pm
Where: Eb & Flow Yoga Studio, 1834 W. North
Cost: $15 or whatever you can offer
The Africa Yoga Project's (AYP) mission is to educate, empower and employ youth and adults from the slums of Kenya using the transformational practice of yoga. ALL proceeds from this event will go to the Africa Yoga Project. For more info, click here.

BYOB Painting Class: Chicago Beachfront
When: Fri., Sept. 26th, 6:30-8:30pm
Where: 2124 W. Division
Cost: $40
Never touched a brush?  Haven't made art since high school?  With easy to follow instruction, craft your next masterpiece! Open up to painting in this laid back step-by-step BYOB painting class. All materials included: a ready to hang canvas, brushes, and paint. For more info, click here.

Nebraska Football Watch Party
When: Sat., Sept. 27th, 8pm
Where: Division Ale House, 1942 W. Division
The Division Ale House is an official Nebraska bar and shows all Husker football games with sound. Saturday specials, which are offered on all Husker game days, include $12 Bud Light pitchers, $3 mimosas, $20 craft beer buckets, and more. For more info, click here.


Sunday Supper
When: Sun., Sept. 28th, 5:30-9pm
Where: Azzurra, 1467 N. Milwaukee
Start a new family tradition with Azzurra's regional Sunday Suppers. This month, enjoy the flavors of Umbria, served family style for the entire table. For more info, click here.

4Hands Pop-Up Taproom Event
When: Wed., Oct. 1st
Where: SmallBar, 2049 W. Division

New month. New featured brewery. New Pop-up Taproom Event!

Join SmallBar next Wed., Oct 1 as they launch into October with St. Louis's 4Hands Brewery. The pop-up taproom event features 4 great beers, a new Brewer's Bill of Fare and 3 specialty drafts available for the one night only! For more info, click here.


Chicago In Living Color
When: Fri., Oct. 3rd, 7-9pm
Where: Br� Coffee House, 1562 N. Milwaukee
Join us Friday, October 3rd for an opening reception of a local artist, Patricia R. Mayer. Live music, positive atmosphere, appetizers and beverages provided by Br�. For more info, click here.

Brain Surgeon Theater Family Matinee
When: Sat., Oct. 4th, 3pm
Where: Gorilla Tango Bucktown, 1919 N. Milwaukee
Every Saturday at 3 pm from October 4 through December 13, 2014, Brain Surgeon will host a rotating ensemble of musicians, magicians, theater artists, dancers, storytellers, improvisers, and teaching artists in programming that is fresh and fun for all ages! For more info, click here.

Heartbreak Bootcamp
When: Oct. 18th- Nov. 15th
Where: Comfy Fitness, 2115 N. Damen
Comfy Fitness and Next Step Counseling are pleased to announce the launch of their debut health and wellness program, Heartbreak Bootcamp, exclusively for women who are going through a break up, be it romantic, professional, or personal. The carefully constructed five week program addresses both health and healing from a physical and psychological perspective. For more info, click here.

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

Volunteer for the Bucktown Apple Pie Contest
When: Sun., Oct. 19th, 2-5pm
Where: Holstein Park, 2200 N. Oakley
The Bucktown Apple Pie Contest is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help make its 10th annual event the best ever! There's a lot to be done, and they can find a job for everyone. You could sell tickets and other merchandise, or decorate the fieldhouse, or help with kid's activities...the list is endless! They also need help setting up on Friday night and tearing down after the party's over. All volunteers will receive tickets good toward a slice of pie and ice cream! Please email Kathy at [email protected] if you can help.
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First Bethlehem Lutheran Church
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