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FEBRUARY JOINT MIXER WITH LOGAN SQUAREWhen: Wednesday, February 13, 6-8 PMWhere: The Logan Theatre, 2646 N Milwaukee Ave
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We will be at the beautifully renovated Logan Theatre where you will enjoycomplimentary drinks, food, the art deco style private lounge and minglingwith all of your fun neighbors from Wicker Park, Bucktown and Logan Square.Continue the fun at Rosa's Lounge (3420 W Armitage) after where the covercharge wil l be waved for everyone who attends.
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WELLNESS DAYS EVENTWhen: Saturday, April 13 & 20, 10 AM - 3 PMWhere: Winter Market at Chop Shop, 2033 W North Ave DEADLINE FEBRUARY 12 FOR POSSIBLE PR INCLUSION!The Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce is excited to present allthings health, beauty, and wellness from the incredible businesses of WPB.Through your support of this health event, you can help to bring awarenesson ways to balance and restore the physical, mental, emotional, andspiritual areas of our l ives through fitness, healthy nutrition, and learningnew skil ls and self-care techniques.Sign up to be a vendor
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The Wicker Park Farmers Market, made possible by our proud sponsorsCompass Mortgage, is open every Saturday at Chop Shop (2033 W. NorthAve.) 10 am - 3 pm through April 20, 2019! This Weekend at the Marketl ive music with Leanna Brown from 10am-12pm and Tarek 22 from 12pm-2pmOur community table guest is Health Source of Wicker ParkFree cocktails with CH Disti l lery starting at 11:00 am Compost drop-offs are available with Healthy Soil CompostThe indoor market is sti l l looking for local businesses/organizations for ourmarket. Please apply here For more information visit us at the Farmer's Market Website
FEBRUARY WOMEN'S NETWORKINGWhen: Thursday , February 21, 9:30-10:30 AMWhere: The Kid's Table, 2337 W. North AveJoin us for our February Mixer as we network at TheKid's Table. Network and mingle with businessWomen from all over Chicago as we enjoy deliciousbites and beverages from The Kid's TableKitchen. here.
SPONSOR WICKER PARK FEST IN 2019!We offer a variety of sponsorship levels, and arehappy to work on a tailored sponsorship package.View our Sponsorship Opportunity Packet HERE andthen contact Pamela Maass at the Wicker ParkBucktown Chamber of Commerce with interest,questions & to discuss sponsorship customizationat 773-384-2672.
NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENTS IN 2019:Bike Racks, Planters, Kiosks & moreIn the coming months WPB SSA #33 will increase ourinventory of street furniture all around theneighborhood with the upcoming installation of:* 40 additional orange planters on Milwaukee Ave* 28 orange bike racks* 10 benches* 3 orange bike pumps* 6 cigarette recycling cans* 4 informational wayfinding kiosks* 40 wayfinding signs on l ight poles* 10 plaques on SSA-sponsored artworkWant to learn more about our street furnitureprogram? Come to the next Transportation Committeeor Clean & Green Committee meetings and help usdetermine where these items are located and how theyare maintained.
CHICAGO SCULPTURE EXHIBITION SPONSOROPPORTUNITYDo you want to sponsor a sculpture in WPB? ChicagoSculpture Exhibition is an effective way to connect withthe arts and have a large impact on our community. SSA#33 currently sponsors five sculptures each year andwould l ike to extend the opportunity to you! Please
Wicker Park BucktownChamber of Commerceand WPB SSA #331414 North AshlandChicago, I l l inois 60622get di rectionsP (773) 384 2672F (773) 384 7525
email us at [email protected] if you'reinterested in sponsoring.
STAY DILIGENT ON BLIZZARD DAYS!Business owners are responsible for shoveling theirsidewalks or they may get a ticket! The SSA #33 workswith our contractors to provide supplemental snowremoval throughout the winter: Cleanslate takes care ofMilwaukee Avenue and the Polish Triangle, ChristyWebber Landscapes oversees Western, Damen, Divsion,Ashland and North Ave. Please keep in mind that therewill l ikely be times when your property may not beserviced by these contractors immediately. It isimportant to remember that individuals who do notcomply can face fines of $50, and businesses can facefines up to $1000 per day of violation. For more detailsfrom the city, cl ick here.Keep safe when shoveling! For tips, cl ick here.
WPB ARTSWicker Park Bucktown is dedicated to promoting andpreserving the arts within our neighborhood andfostering a community of artists and art lovers. TheWPB Weekend Arts Guide serves to compile a nearlycomprehensive l ist of exhibitions, happenings, andevents related to the arts around our neighborhood.Find out about exhibitions openings or closings aswell as many other opportunities to discover andengage local, contemporary art.
WINDOW WORKS & MURAL INITIATIVEDo you own a property with a vacant storefront? Doyou have a bare wall that could use a mural? SSA #33needs hosts for their new art programs! Window Worksaims to attract interest in prime commercial spaces byfostering visual intrigue, generating foot traffic, andhighlighting the potential of a storefront space and itsimpact on the community. More Information. Ifinterested, contact ushere [email protected].
CLEANSLATEWondering what it takes to keep our corridors clean?Our wonderful service provider for l itter abatement,Cleanslate, has so far in 2018:- Removed 5,368 graffiti tags - Emptied 4,950 trash cans - Removed 4,030 stickers and signs Placed 93 Cleanslate interns in full-time employment through the Cleanslate Cara program.
NEWS FROM THE COMMITTEESAll SSA meetings are open to the public and everyone iswelcome to join. *Please find a schedule of allmeetings here* or check below for the upcomingschedule.Commission MeetingWhen: January 16. 7 PMWhere: Wicker Park Field House, 1425 N. DamenArts Committee MeetingWhen: January 22. 9 AMWhere: WPB Chamber of Commerce, 1414 N. Ashland
What is the WPB SSA? Click here to find out!
WOMEN'S MIXER HOSTING OPPORTUNITIESAVAILABLE FOR THIS YEAR!Are you interested in bringing extra exposure to yourbusiness? We have availabil ities for our women'snetworking events for this year. If interested, contactour Events Coordinator, Debbie, directly for moreinformation.
DINNER & A MOVIE THE BIG LEBOWSKIWhen: TONIGHT, January 23, 6:30 PMWhere: Angry Pig Tavern, 2039 W North AveMore information
BCO AFTER-HOLIDAY PARTYWhere: Thursday, January 24, 7- 9 PMWhere: Tricycle Chicago, 1700 North Damen AveMore information
OLD FASHIONED THURSDAYS WITH JOE GEORGE &FRIENDS!When: Thursday, January 24, 9-11 PMWhere: Tricycle Chicago, 1700 N.Damen AveMore Information
REPAIR YOUR STRAINED RELATIONSHIP WITH THEGYMWhere: Thursday, January 24, 6:30 - 8:30 PMWhere: Roots Family Chiropractic, 2744 NorthLincoln AveMore information
VINYASA YOGA with Chicago Athletic ClubsWhen: Saturday, January 26, 9:30-10:30 AMWhere: The Robey, 2018 West North AveRegister
GIRL IN THE RED CORNERWhere: February 1 - March 2Where: The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee AveTickets
FRESH INK: LOVE LETTERING WITH CRISTINA VANKOWhere: February 2, 2 - 3:30 pmWhere: Wicker Park Secret Agent Supply Co.,1276 N Milwaukee AveMore information
YIN YOGA & REIKI PRACTICE with Chicago Athletic ClubsWhen: Sunday, February 3, 9:30-10:30 AMWhere: The Robey, 2018 West North AveRegister
BEAT THE BREWER: CRUSH THE CIDERMAKER EDITION When: Wednesday, February 6, 7 - 10 PMWhere: WhirlyBall Chicago, 1825 W Webster AveMore information
THE TOTAL BENTWhere: February 7 - March 10Where: The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee AveTickets
FIRST FRIDAY SOJU BOMB EVENTWhere: Friday, February 8Where: Urbanbelly, 1542 N. Damen Ave Website
CUPID'S LULLAPIEAn Intimate Evening of Puppetry, Poetry, Purpose and PieWhere: Wednesday, February 13 , 6:30 PMWhere: Chopin Theatre, 1543 W. Division StTickets
TRIVIA FOR CHEATERSPresented by 826CHIWhere: Friday, February 15, 6-8 PMWhere: McDonald's Headquarters, 110 N CarpenterTickets
THE STRANGER AND THE SHADOWWhen: Now - February 16Where: Adventure Stage Chicago, 1012 N. Noble StTickets
MIKE PENCE SEX DREAMWhere: February 16 - March 16Where: The Den Theatre, 1331 N. Milwaukee AveTickets
INSIDE OUTWhen: Now - February 17, 6-9 PMWhere: Jackson Junge Gallery, 1389 NorthMilwaukee AveMore information
For more local events and deals, please visit our websiteat wickerparkbucktown.com.
WELLNESS TIP OF THE WEEK
Brought to you by HealthSource of Wicker ParkAccording to a recent research study conducted by theAmerican Physical Therapy Association, 61% ofAmericans experience lower back pain and 69% ofsurvey respondents indicated that low back pain mostaffects them in their daily l ives when they exercise,sleep and work.
CHICAGOMADE MUSIC COLLECTIVE ARTIST
ENRICHMENT WORKSHOP
When: Monday, January 28, 7-10pm
Where: Complex 2010 Studios, 2625 S. Wabash Ave.
For new and aspiring artists, the Artist Enrichment
Workshop will help educate artists on necessary
components of the music industry. Learn what you
need to know about l ive performances, the business
behind the music, protecting your instrument, how to
get your music played and more from a panel of music
industry experts and artists. The evening wil l include a
Q&A session and time for networking with peers and
panelists.
2019 CITYARTS PROGRAM GRANT APPLICATIONSARE NOW OPEN FOR ARTS ORGANIZATIONS OFALL SIZES
This year's CityArts program includes
opportunities to apply for general operating
grants across all artistic disciplines, as well as
project grants in alignment with the City of
Chicago's Year of Chicago Theatre. Project grants
will support initiatives that have the potential to
impact the Chicago theatre sector at large.
The application deadline is February 28, 2019 at5pm CST. All applicants are encouraged toattend an application assistance workshop. ToRSVP for a workshops, view guidelines andapply, please visit chicagoculturalgrants.org.
FREE WORKSHOPS AT CITY HALL
The City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs &
Consumer Protection (BACP) offers FREE business
education workshops every Wednesday and Friday at
City Hall. To register for a workshop call 312-744-
2086 or e-mail [email protected].
Click here to view the workshop calendar
CHAMBER COMMITTEES
Join a Chamber committee! Help guide the direction of
the neighborhood from events and marketing to
business development. We encourage all motivated
and insightful Chamber Members to get involved.
Learn more
NEIGHBORHOOD JOBS!
As a benefit to ours members, we l ist open positions
for their businesses. Check out these exciting
opportunities in your neighborhood! See Open Jobs!
MY DAILY TRAVEL SURVEY
Earn $50 for taking an important survey about your
daily travel. Between August 2018 and May 2019, we
have a chance to help the Chicago Metropolitan
Agency for Planning (CMAP) understand how Chicago-
area residents get from place to place - whether by car,
bus, train, bike, or on foot. This understanding wil l
help CMAP to make the best use of l imiteresources for
future transportation investments. We hope you will
make your voice heard and share your experiences
through the My Daily Travel survey. To join the survey,
go here, or call 1-855-981-7286 to sign up by phone.
DINING OUT FOR LIFE CHICAGO
Dining Out For Life is an annual, international
fundraising event involving the generous
participation of volunteers, corporate sponsors and
restaurants. In exchange for donating a percentage of
the event day's sales, restaurants are included in a
city-wide marketing campaign designed to increase
customer traffic and promote TPAN's mission. Dining
Out For Life facil itates exceptional fundraising and
awareness for HIV and related causes. If you are
interested in having your business participate or
would l ike to get involved, please let us know! With
questions, contact Andrew at
[email protected]. Register Brochure
