WE GOT IT IN WPB - A WEEKLY BUSINESS AND EVENTS NEWSLETTER
December 17th, 2014
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Eat, Shop, & Be Merry in WPB: A Holiday Video Itinerary

Eat, Shop, and Be MerryThe video wizards at City Footprints have put together yet another delightful video and itinerary showcasing neighborhood businesses, this time with a holiday spin. Watch the team eat, explore, and enjoy The Goddess and Grocer, store B vintage, and Jackson Junge Gallery and discover new ideas to help make the season bright, right here in WPB.

 

New Member Spotlight: DexDexign

Head on over to our blog and meet Dex, founder of DexDexign and the newest member of the Chamber. Dex describes his business as a versatile, rock 'n roll-inspired studio that empowers businesses through bold branding and design services.  Welcome to WPB!

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ChillFest 2014 Photos Are Up!

Hard to believe it's been over a month since ChillFest 2014! If you, like us, are still reminiscing, check out the official photos from the event on the ChillFest website, courtesy of Grace Malvena Photography and Lauren Moore. Click the links for each photographer's full event set.

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Cleanslate's Winter Schedule
Keeping our neighborhood clean makes spending time here a more pleasant experience for everyone.  WPB SSA #33 hires Cleanslate to provide sidewalk cleaning services in the SSA district.  Four days a week in the Winter, Cleanslate crews are out sweeping sidewalks and picking up litter.  In addition to litter abatement, Cleanslate crews empty the garbage cans on the SSA sidewalks once per week and the thirty-four most heavily used an additional time per week.  The Cleanslate Winter schedule can be found here.

Snow Removal Contracts In Effect
WPB SSA #33 provides sidewalk snow removal services to help keep pedestrians safe and moving all winter.  SSA sidewalks are plowed and salted whenever the snow is 1" or more. Our snow removal service is to clear a path to facilitate movement throughout the district and to help ease the burden of property owners and businesses. However, please remember that businesses and property owners are still responsible for making sure the sidewalks in front of their properties are safe and clear.  Find the City's guidelines on snow removal here to make sure you are compliant.

WPB SSA 33 LogoCommittee & Commission Meetings
WPB SSA #33 Commission meets tonight, Wed., Dec. 17th at 7pm at Wicker Park Field House (1425 N. Damen). Meet & Greet begins at 6:30pm. The Guide Development Committee will NOT meet in December and will resume the usual meeting schedule (4th Wednesday of the month) on Wed., Jan. 22nd, 2015. The Committee will meet at Janik's Caf�, 2011 W. Division, at 4pm. Join us!

Our sincerest thanks to departing Commissioners John Paige & Sam Marts for the years of service they have dedicated to WPB SSA #33!


What is the WPB SSA? Click here to find out
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Cookie Decorating Party

When: Wed., Dec. 17th, 4pm

Where: The Boundary, 1932 W. Division

It's time to decorate cookies and enjoy new seasonal beers!  The Boundary invites you to get in the holiday spirit by decorating cookies at the tavern! They'll provide the sugar cookies for just $5, along with toppings galore! While you're in, enjoy a FREE make-your-own candy apple bar. From 4 pm to 6 pm, it's family time! For more info, click here.

 

Wicker Park Committee Holiday Party

When: Wed., Dec. 17th, 7-9pm

Where: Phyllis's Musical Inn, 1800 W. Division

Attend the Wicker Park Committee's holiday party for good friends, fun, food, drinks, and holiday cheer! We'll be celebrating at Phyllis's Musical Inn with live music, Christmas trees for sale, and free drink tickets if you sign up for a WPC membership (only $20 for a single, $30 for a family!) To learn more, click here.

 

A Pour for A Paw

When: Wed., Dec. 17th, 7pm

Where: Feast, 1616 N. Damen

Feast invites you to come support Tree House Humane Society, the cat rescue and spay and neuter clinic in Bucktown. For $25 or a nice big bag of cat goodies (food, toys, litter), you'll get a 2 hour wine tasting and complimentary appetizers.  There are also raffles and prizes, and opportunities to meet and mingle with other fellow pet lovers. For more info, click here.

 

CIMMFest Presents: A Bj�rk Double Feature

When: Wed., Dec. 17th, 8pm

Where: Lincoln Hall, 2424 N. Lincoln Ave

CIMMFest presents a double-feature screening of Bj�rk: Biophilia Live and When Bj�rk Met 

AttenboroughFor more info, click here.

 

Bell's Brewing Stout Fest Ugly Sweater Contest

When: Thurs., Dec. 18th, 6pm
Where: Links Taproom, 1559 N. Milwaukee
Join us to drink some beautiful beers in your ugliest sweater. We will pick the ugliest sweater of them all and award 2 Bulls Club Seats to the winner (winner need not wear ugly sweater to game). We are tapping a couple VERY rare offerings in addition to the always great Bell's Stout lineup! For more info, click here.
  

Mad Style Holiday Trunk Show

When: Thurs., Dec. 18th, 6-8pm

Where: Mad Style, 1754 W. Division

Join us for food, drinks, beauty products, polish changes, a fashion show, and gifts! 50% off sale + 25% off any full price item. For more info, click here.

 

Tequila Thursday

When: Thurs., Dec. 18th

Where: Takito Kitchen, 2013 W. DivisionTakito Kitchen invites guests to enjoy a $18 three course dinner available Thursdays after 5pm. The dinner includes Hearts of Palm Salad, Choice of (3) Taco Plate and a dessert. The dinner includes a tasting of Milagro tequila.

 For more info, click here.

 

EPHEMERA-- A Holiday Pop-Up Shop

When: Sat., Dec. 20th, 12-8pm

Where: Comfy Fitness, 2115 N. DamenThis year, last minute shopping is getting classy. Come sip FREE seasonal beverages, dine on delicious desserts provided by Molly Svec, and listen to live music, all while finding the perfect high-quality, hand-made gifts! For more info,

click here.

 

Soul Summit Free Dance Party

When: Sat., Dec. 20th, 9pm

Where: Double Door, 1572 N. Milwaukee

Why not have one night with a delegate from each soul group/crew to celebrate the different types of early soul sounds currently being represented in the city? We encourage all people from walks of life to come listen and celebrate early soul music. For more info, click here.  

 

Candy Cane Cookie Workshop

When: Tues., Dec. 23rd, 4-5pm

Where: The Kids Table, 2337 W. North

Bring the whole family to The Kids Table to make candy cane cookies and hot chocolate for Christmas! Only $18 per family. To register, click here.

 

Christmas Eve Services

When: Wed., Dec. 24th, 4:30pm & 9pm

Where: Wicker Park Lutheran Church, 1500 N. Hoyne

Christmas is always a little brighter with community, songs, and the Christmas story. Join us for two unforgettable services. An interactive children's service will be held at 4:30pm. Children will love hearing the Christmas story, journeying through the church, and getting gifts along the way! At 9pm, we'll hold a contemplative candlelight service. For more info, click here

 

Celebrate New Year's Eve at Fatpour

When: Wed., Dec. 31st, 9pm
Where: Fatpour Tap Works, 2005 W. Division
End this year with a blast, start next year with a bang! Our theme this year is Gold Rush! Tickets start at $69 and group discounts are available. The package includes a signature buffet, champagne toast, and a premium open bar from 9pm-1am! Tickets and VIP tables are almost sold out-- get yours today! 

Register Now for Landscape Design Workshop
When: Saturdays, Jan. 10th -Feb. 28th
Where: Wicker Park Field House, 1425 N. Damen
Cost: $110 for 8-class series
Gift the gift of education this holiday season! Over 8 weeks, this workshop will teach students how to design a garden for a home, church, community, school or business. Professional designers, avid gardeners and other members of the class will contribute their know-how to help students create numerous designs. Space is limited! Register now.

 

Scrabble for Cheaters

When: Sat., Jan. 31st, 12pm
Where: The Wicker Park Secret Agent Supply Store, 1276 N. Milwaukee
Teams of two compete in a fierce Scrabbletournament in which the traditional use of brain power is mixed with the alluring use of officially-sanctioned cheats. The more money a team fundraises for 826CHI's student programming before the tournament date, the more that team can cheat during the match. Register now!
  
For more local events and deals, please visit our website at wickerparkbucktown.com.
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Damen Blue Line Station Re-Opening! 
The Damen Blue Line Station is set to re-open on schedule the morning of Mon., Dec. 22nd after 63 days of renovation. To celebrate, nearby businesses will be offering promotions and free donuts, coffee, tamales, and more throughout the week. More details can be found at DNAInfo.

Holidays
We throw away about 25% more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve---some of that waste is probably wrapping paper.  Using reusable cloth bags or repurposed papers to wrap gifts can be fun and unique as well as more gentle on the environment.  
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Afternoon Diversion:
Holiday Websites You Wish Existed
The creative minds over at Sparkfactordreamed up a delightful list of 13 holiday websites that tragically do not exist (but totally should!). Click through for a charming break from the daily grind.
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