by Linda Wallace on January 4th, 2012 at 3:57 pm cst
to all of you who made our neighborhood a merrier place this holiday season.
ASNA awarded two first place prizes of $50 and two runners up prizes of $25 for the best decorated homes. The winner for best daytime decorations is 1654 W. Carmen (home of Mimi Cabreros) and the winner for best night time decorations is 1665 W. Winona (home of Rich McMurray). Runners up are 1705 W. Carmen (home of Manuel Giron and Rosario Galicia) and 1740 W. Winona (home of Tom & Candy Lonis).
The ASNA carolers were a big hit again at the Bethany Retirement Home. This year we sang on all seven floors—a joyous and moving experience both for us and the folks who live there. A big thanks to Mark and Andy Rosenberg for hosting the pre- and post- Caroling party and to all who lent their voices. Also special thanks to Bryan and Christie Carmody, Julie Demitros and her husband, and Chris Bayard for bringing their little ones. More than 100 pounds of nonperishable food items were contributed by ASNA residents and given to the Care for Real Food Pantry.
A resolution…
If you are reading this and are not yet a member of ASNA, we hope you’ll resolve to join us in 2012. If you are already a member, we hope you’ll volunteer to lend a hand with our social activities, newsletter, parkway maintenance and other activities. ASNA provides many fun opportunities to meet your neighbors and help make our neighborhood a better place. Contact Mark Rosenberg at 773 942-7050 or mark@home123furniture.com/.
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by Linda Wallace on January 4th, 2012 at 3:53 pm cst
The ASNA board will have its first meeting of the New Year this Monday, January 9, at 1706 W. Carmen, home of Noel Suarez. There’ll be a social hour starts at 6:30 followed by the meeting at 7. Refreshments will be served. Everyone welcome! If you have agenda items or would like to host an ASNA board meeting, please contact ASNA President Mark Rosenberg at 773 942-7050 or mark@home123furniture.com/.
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by admin on December 7th, 2011 at 12:00 pm cst
We in Andersonville South have much to be thankful for, especially our wonderful neighborhood. Among the things that add to its unique character are the many diverse and locally owned shops. These shop owners are under increasing pressure from rising rents, high property taxes, a weak economy and a growing number of chain stores. The Clark Street corridor is vital to Andersonville as it provides jobs, tax revenue and the neighborhood feel that is one of the main attractions to living in our area. The ASNA Board encourages all of our residents to support our local merchants as much as you can this holiday season and throughout the year. The ASNA Board will stay informed on the issues that arise affecting these retailers, share them with our residents and represent our neighborhood in any discussions that arise. Our thanks to you for being good and caring neighbors.
—Your ASNA Board
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by admin on December 7th, 2011 at 12:00 pm cst
Development of the Sears parking lot at Lawrence and Ravenswood was the focus of a Ward Council meeting on December 1. On the south side, there would be a $42 million retail development anchored by a Mariano’s grocery store and Sears Auto Center. On the north side would be a low-rise, low-density residential development. Alderman Pawar strongly backs the proposal and will arrange for a $4.5 million TIF break for the developers. This amount would be recouped in roughly four years based on sales and property tax revenues. Construction would be completed in Spring 2013 along with the Lawrence streetscaping, Metra bridge fix and station revamp. On the plus side, the construction will be LEED certified, which means it’s green. There will be a self-contained traffic pattern with only one vehicular access point from Lawrence, and no alley access or entry points in the surrounding residential neighborhood. The developers will contribute $250,000 to a new urban agriculture fund grow food in the 47th Ward, and there will be a shuttlebus for seniors. There will be plenty of on-site parking for retail customers – some 200 spaces. The 50 spaces dedicated to Metra riders are a potential problem. Metra leases those spaces from Sears, but that will end the day they break ground. It would be worth follow-up questions for those interested in attending the two other meetings on this issue scheduled for December 15 and December 19. Check the Alderman’s website at http://chicago47.org/ for details, including a slide presentation.
—Chris Bayard
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by noelsuarez on November 27th, 2011 at 9:57 pm cst
Throughout the year, Swedish Covenant Hospital hosts a variety of community events within Chicago’s North side neighborhoods. December is typically a lighter month for programs. As local businesses, legislators or community groups, we are all engaged with our communities in different ways, and together we help keep neighbors healthy and prosperous. Listed below are upcoming wellness programs – moving forward we will share these events with you on a monthly basis so you have the opportunity to keep your community informed about them as well.
12/06/2011 Playing Brain Games
Try out the latest brain games to keep you sharp at any age and learn how they impact different parts of your brain from Marbles: The Brain Store andDr. Danny Park, a neurologist from Swedish Covenant Hospital. Need to finish some last minute holiday shopping? Products from Marbles: The Brain Store will also be for sale this evening at a special discounted price. Free
Time: 6:30 – 7:30PM
Location: Galter LifeCenter, Studio 4, 5157 N. Francisco Ave.
Reservations: (773) 878-6888
12/14/2011 Meet the Physical Therapist
Meet with a physical therapist who will assess your joint pain, answer your questions about exercise and activity, and, if needed, recommend further medical or surgical consultation. Free
Time: 4:00 – 6:00PM
Location: Galter LifeCenter, Rehabilitation Services Department 5157 N. Francisco Avenue Chicago, IL 60625
Reservations: (773) 878-6888
12/14/2011 Learning About Natural Childbirth
Learn about natural childbirth and nurse-midwifery philosophies from Sherri Ruerup, certified nurse-midwife and Director of Nurse-Midwifery at Swedish Covenant Hospital. Also hear from a panel of women who will discuss their experiences with childbirth. Free
Time: 6:30 – 7:45PM
Location: Bloom Yoga Studio – 4663 N. Rockwell
Reservations: 773-878-6888
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by Linda Wallace on November 10th, 2011 at 2:53 pm cst
There have been reports of people going through neighborhood garbage cans in search of personal documents that can be used to gain access to financial and other accounts. As always, prevention is the best protection. Some tips:
- Report lost or stolen credit cards to the issuer immediately.
- Sign your new credit cards (before someone else does).
- Memorize your Social Security number and passwords: don’t carry them with you. Do not use your date of birth as your password.
- Do not leave receipts behind at the ATM, gas pumps or store counters. Be sure to check credit card and other financial statements for accuracy.
- Do not leave mail in your mailbox overnight or on weekends.
- Shred unwanted documents that contain personal information.
- Review your consumer credit report annually.
Source: Chicago Police Department
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by noelsuarez on November 10th, 2011 at 9:53 am cst
From Alderman Pawar’s 47th ward office:
The 47th Ward will be hosting a Wellness Fair which will include free flu shots to anyone over 6 months old and information pertinent to their wellbeing. Sulzer Library, Saturday, November 12thFrom 9am-2pm.
Click here to download the the PDF for more information.
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by Linda Wallace on November 1st, 2011 at 5:55 pm cst
47th Ward Alderman Ameya Pawar will be at the ASNA board meeting on Monday, November 14. Prewar was elected in May to succeed Eugene Schulter who served more than 20 years. The meeting will start at 7 p.m. at the Koval Distillery, 5121 N. Ravenswood. There wil be a social hour with cider and doughnuts starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring questions/concerns. Everyone welcome!
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by Linda Wallace on November 1st, 2011 at 5:38 pm cst
Some 68 dogs and a record crowd of some 250 cheering onlookers turned out for this year’s Howl-O-Ween Dog Parade & Costume Contest sponsored by ASNA with our neighbor The Bow Wow Lounge, 1744 W. Winona. It was the 7th year and our biggest crowd ever.
Check out the fun photos taken by neighbor and ace photographer Eric Schrempp in the ASNA photo gallery!
TV legend Ben Hollis kept the crowd amused and howling. This year’s judges were Sheri Berliner, owner of Petraits Pet Photography; Commander Lucy Moy, head of the Chicago Police 20th District; and 7th District State Sen. Heather Steans.
The $50 Grand Prize went to Leslie Rosario and Tina Allen, dressed as the Mad Hatter and Alice in Wonderland, with Louie (a Yorkie) as the White Rabbit.
$25 cash prizes were awarded for:
- Most Original—Gabe Sopocy, owner of Bertie, a mini-Poodle mix, dressed as “Serene Sky with Birds”
- Funniest—Kaleen Healy, owner of Joe, a mutt, dressed as Peppy LePew
- Scariest—Evan Singer and Lori Buerger, owner of Noodles, a Rotty-Shepard mix, dressed as a haunted house
- Homemade—Rebecca Languth and Henri Dugas IV, owners of Olive, a Jack Russell Terrier, dressed as Dulek from Dr. Who
- Best Pet/Owner Combo—Tom and Monica Mackie with their three dogs (Millie Mae and Molly Sue (Beagles) and Merlin McArthur (a Corgy) dressed as The Three Musketeers
- Judge’s Favorite—John Pendergrass and Lisa Hauser owners dressed as skeletons with Mr. Spock, a Tibetan Terrier, dressed as the “Dog of the Dead”
- Best Entry by Owner Age 12 & Under (a tie)—Nicholas Rizzo, age 3 and Bear, an English Shepard, dressed as a cowboy and cow. Lilliann Jerneuil , age 3, and Leo, a boxer, dressed as the Cowardly Lion.
All entrants received three free raffle tickets. More than 20 prizes were offered including gift certificates, a doggie backpack, bedrolls and an assortment of fun toys.
Our thanks to all the volunteers, participants & businesses who helped make this year’s event a howlin’ success!
Call of the Wild School for Dogs
3027 N. Rockwell
Famous Fido Rescue & Adoption Alliance
www.famousfidorescue.com
The Hopleaf
5148 N. Clark
Painted Light Photography/Framing Gallery
1742 W. Balmoral
Petraits Pet Photography
www.petraits.com
Ruff N’ Stuff Pet Center
5430 N. Clark
Soggy Paws
1148 W. Leland
Uptown Animal Hospital
5545 N. Clark
The Wooden Spoon
5047 N. Clark
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