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Member News:Our Members Have a Lot To Share With You! City Lit Books "Tell Me How It Ends" Book ClubMonday, April 23rd 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Tell Me How It Ends is a reading group for nonfiction titles focusing on current events and social justice. This month's selection is "Emergent Strategy" by Adrienne Maree Brown. City Lit Books "In Brief" Book ClubTuesday, Tuesday April 24th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Every month, City Lit Book's In Brief Book Club will explore a work of collected short stories or personal essays from writers both new and established. This month's selection "A Thousand Distant Radios" by Woody Skinner. Ampersand Cowork Free Day and the Grand Opening of our Rooftop DWednesday, April 25th 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Come by and work free from distraction and get s#@t done! There will be unlimited coffee and snacks, a whole bunch of great people coworking—and the grand opening of our 2,000 square foot rooftop deck! Just for our Free Day attendees—when you sign up for a six-month dedicated desk or office membership, we'll give you 50% off the month of May! City Lit Books "Weird & Wonderful" Book ClubWednesday, April 25th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Every month, City Lit Book's Weird & Wonderful Book Club will celebrate the Weird be it science fiction, speculative fiction, fantasy, meta-fiction, magical realism, and genres otherwise strange. This month's selection "Lincoln in the Bardo" by George Saunders. City Lit Books "Found in Translation" Book ClubThursday, April 26th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm At our "Found in Translation" Book Club every month we dive into fresh English translations of stand-out fiction from around the world. Join us as we get to know authors whose work was previously inaccessible to English readers! This month's selection "A Whole Life" by Robert Seethaler. City Lit Books "Author Event"Friday, April 27th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Author Event: Mike Gunter and "Tales of an Ecotourist". City Lit Books Celebrates "Independent Bookstore Day"Saturday, April 28th 10:00 am - 7:00 pm Come celebrate your favorite local bookstore, Logan Square's own literary hub City Lit Books! Its Independent Bookstore Day! City Lit Books "Author Event"Saturday, April 28th 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Author Event: Jean Iversen and "Local Flavor". "Paws for Celebration" Fundraiser for Harmony House For CatsSaturday, April 28th 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm 5:00 pm – Doors open, Silent Auction opens, Cat’s Meow Raffle and Bag Raffle, Complimentary wine offered until 6 pm The Auction will feature original works by local artists, electronics, gift certificates for fine dining, theater and sporting events, stunning gift baskets, jewelry, pet-themed collectibles, and gifts for the pampered cat or dog in your life. Guests will enjoy the gorgeous interior of this exclusive and historic venue, a stunning view of the golf course from our banquet room. Business Casual attire is recommended. Free self-parking is available in their lot. CTA access via #81W West Lawrence bus. Pre-paid reservations must be received by noon on Monday, April 23rd. Cash, personal checks, and credit cards are accepted as payment for your auction items. Winning bidders must be present for Auction checkout at 8 pm to pay for their items. Help Local Men by Donating to Northside Latin ProgressNorthside Latin Progress works to improve the economic and spiritual life of local men. Help by donating used men's bikes, tools, blankets, towels, jeans, boots, construction shoes, tennis shoes sizes 6 1/2 and up, t-shirts, rain-gear, hot plates, gift certificates to grocery stores or cash. Items can be delivered to the Resurrection Church office, 3043 N Francisco, weekdays, 10 AM - 7 PM (please do not leave donations in the blue box in the lot) or after hours to the porch at 1917 N Kedzie. For more information, visit their facebook page. Rosa's Lounge Celebrates 34th AnniversaryRosa's Lounge Rosa's Lounge operates in the hallowed tradition of Chicago blues lounges, family owned and operated by an Italian immigrant who came to Chicago in 1978 after meeting Jr. Wells and Buddy Guy in Milan. We are presently celebrating our 34th Anniversary, and we invite you to share in the festivities Vote for Logan Square's BestThe LoganSquarist Best of Logan Square returns for its third year to celebrate the best this amazing neighborhood has to offer. Neighbors vote for their favorite businesses, shops, artists, restaurants, bars, neighborhood features and more. The 2016 awards garnered more than 100 awards and nearly 500 votes! City Lit Books "Story Time"City Lit Books Join us every Saturday from 10:30 am to 11:30 am (you're welcome to pop in late!). We'll have sing-alongs and read-alongs! |
Eventsmonth | week | day | tableWednesday, January 3, 2018
Start: 9:00 am
End: 11:00 am
Wednesday, January 3rd 9:00 am - 11:00 pm Learn how buying a business can be an alternative to starting up a new business. Also learn how to analyze new business opportunities and negotiate a business purchase or sale. In this workshop, we will discuss: Qualifications to own a business: Find out what it takes to own a business and to sell your business. Pros and Cons of buying into a business: What are they? How to select a business or franchise: Find the best way to select a business for you. Due diligence: Believe, but verify! How do you evaluate the business? What method is best for me? How do you negotiate? Successful negotiation is a win-win situation. Financing options: How do you finance the purchase? How do you set the sale price if you are selling? Presenter: Lema Khorshid Click here to pre-register Cost: $30.00 - Online Registration Start: 10:30 am
End: 4:30 pm
Wednesday, January 3rd 10:30 am - 4:30 pm Donate blood, support life. Every two seconds someone needs blood. Your donation counts. Prepare for your donation, eat well, stay hydrated and bring ID. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Wednesday, January 3rd 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Every month, City Lit Book's Weird & Wonderful Book Club will celebrate the Weird be it science fiction, speculative fiction, fantasy, meta-fiction, magical realism, and genres otherwise strange. This month's selection " Dawn" by Octavia Butler. Thursday, January 4, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Thursday, January 4th 8:45 am - 12:00 pm Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business? If so, what are the first steps you should take? This workshop will help you assess your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move forward to realize your dream. Workshop Topics: Myths, Business Opportunities, Assessing Your Journey, Organization, Insurance & Regulations, Funding and Cash Management, Business and Marketing Plans. Presenter: Jeff Nicholson Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Thursday, January 4th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Is one of your resolutions to meet more neighbors? If so (or if not), you are invited to the Kosciuszko Park Advisory Council's first meeting of 2018. We'll start planning spring activities and see what else is store for the park in 2018. All are welcome! Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Thursday, January 4th 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm For more information call the CAPS Office at 312-744-1261 Friday, January 5, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Friday, January 5th 8:45 am - 12:00 pm Over one billion people use Microsoft Office, and 50,000 new small business users join these ranks every month. Running a business today requires knowledge of this ubiquitous software suite's core programs: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Even if your company is not one of the 90% who use Microsoft Office internally, your clients may want to share workbook or database files with you, and vice versa. Microsoft Excel is typically used for creating spreadsheets and databases. In this beginner-level workshop you will learn through patient and professional hands-on interactive training and exercises how to make Excel perform common numerical calculations. If you use Excel, working with formulas is not only valuable for running a business, it's essential knowledge. To participate, bring your own PC laptop, with its battery charged, and with Excel loaded. The material presented in this workshop is the same for any version of Excel from 97 through 2016 and 365. Presenter: Rob Mendell Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Sunday, January 7, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
The Indoor Farmers Market will run every Sunday through March 25, 2017 (with the exception of November 26th, December 24th and December 31st) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. at the Emporium 2363 N. Milwaukee Av. Food! Music! Entertainment! Socializing! Fun! Monday, January 8, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Monday, January 8th 8:45 am - 12:00 pm In this workshop, you’ll learn to develop and implement a great business plan that leads to success from a proven leader of our nation’s armed forces with successful executive-level private sector track record. A thoughtful and well-executed business plan is the first step for every potential entrepreneur. Good planning increases the odds of success. This workshop covers the essential elements of business plan development. Topics include: setting goals and objectives, preparing marketing and financial plans and defining action steps to attain appropriate goals. With a good plan, build your road map to success. Presenter: Larry Feltes Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 11:30 am
End: 1:00 pm
Monday, January 8th 11:30 am - 1:00 pm We have an awesome structured networking forum! Our sponsors: Logan Square Chamber of Commerce, Logan Square Library & Networking With Bernie Register HERE Start: 6:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Monday, January 8th 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Alderman Ariel E. Reboyras, Alderman Gilbert Villegas along with Cook County Commissioner Cabonargi's Office will be hosting a Property Tax Assessment Assistance Workshop at Chopin Park. Cook County Commissioner Cabonargi's Office will be doing a presentation at 6:00 pm. Please bring your tax assessment notice or your most recent tax bill with you. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Monday, January 8th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Graphic Content: Our newest book club for graphic novels This month: "The Hunting Accident" by David Carlson & Landis Blair. Tuesday, January 9, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Tuesday, January 9th 10:00 am - 12:00 am This is a workshop to explain the benefits of why a small business would need a mobile app developed for their business, and how to leverage this powerful technnology to compete with much larger corporations. Why do they need a mobile app, what type of mobile application, and what are the top features that every small business needs to compete today in this ever changing technical arena. There is also a case study portion, where real world examples are used to illustrate the power of having a mobile app used properly and what are the cautionary tales of what small business should avoid, when choosing a developer to develop their custom mobile app. Presenter: James Cottrell III Click here to pre-register Cost: $30.00 - Online Registration Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Tuesday, January 9th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Join us for the "Wilde Readers" Book Club! This book club will read LGBTQ classics that you've been meaning to finally get around to and new releases that you've only just heard about. This month's selection: "Call Me by Your Name" by Andre Aciman. Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Wednesday, January 10th 8:45 am - 12:00 pm The concepts and application of basic accounting principles as utilized to measure the success of any business. This workshop will discuss the fundamentals of Financial and Managerial Accounting. Financial topics covered will include: Types of accounting method, Chart of Accounts, Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, Entries to the financial statements. Managerial topics covered will include: Product/Job Costing, Cash Flow Projections, Net Present Value, Making decisions based on limited resources, Pricing decisions, Breakeven analysis, Business ratios, Other relevant topics. Presenter: Arnie Goldberg Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 9:00 am
End: 5:00 pm
Wednesday, January 10th 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Ready to boost your productivity in 2018 with a dedicated office space? Ampersand Cowork is hosting a free day. Come check out our conveniently-located, amenities-packed space, enjoy complimentary Halfwit coffee, and work free from distraction to get sh*t done! Just for you, we're offering a special rate for the new year—get 50% off February when you sign up for any of our flexible 6-month office or desk memberships. Here's to a very successful 2018! Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Wednesday, January 10th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Instant Classics Book Club. The latest City Lit book club is dedicated to major novels from the past 30 years or so that are on their way to achieving classic status. This month's selection: "Beloved" by Toni Morrison. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Wednesday, January 10th 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Thursday, January 11, 2018
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 1:30 pm
Thursday, January 11th 12:00 am - 1:30 pm Topics to include: Power of Attorney for Healthcare, Power of Attorney for Property, Illinois Living Will Declaration, Do Not Resuscitate Order/POLST and Healthcare Surrogate Act. Seminar Speakers: Claire McFarland, Esq. and Stacy J. Berk, Esq. Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Thursday, January 11th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm This workshop will discuss measurements known as "Key Performance Indicators" (KPIs) that are needed to be defined and monitored to successfully run your business. Just like a doctor who uses data to assess your health, you need data as a business owner to assess and guide your business. The workshop starts by characterizing a small business and defining the various stages of launching, stabilizing and growing the small business. The core discussion will be on what are the internal and external KPIs that a business owner needs to monitor, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annually. Examples are Organization KPIs, People KPIs, Process KPIs, Financial KPIs, Planning KPIs, Sales/Marketing KPIs. Presenter: Masoom Ahmed Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Thursday, January 11th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm For more information call the CAPS Office at 312-744-1261 Saturday, January 13, 2018
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm
Saturday, January 13th 9:00 am - 2:00 pm The Norwegian Lutheran Memorial Church will be the drop-off site for a winter clothing drive this coming Saturday Please note that we can only accept items during the posted times. Please share. Takk! Sunday, January 14, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
The Indoor Farmers Market will run every Sunday through March 25, 2017 (with the exception of November 26th, December 24th and December 31st) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. at the Emporium 2363 N. Milwaukee Av. Food! Music! Entertainment! Socializing! Fun! Monday, January 15, 2018
Start: 3:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Monday, January 15th 3:00 pm - 8:00 pm Whether you're planning on attending the Women’s March, or just want to show your support— come join us for a button making party! Button parts, paper, markers, and other materials needed will be provided for free. Plus, we’ll have snacks! We’ll order some pizza, make some buttons, and gear up for the big day! Plus, you can check out the button museum and see the button factory in action. All ages welcome! The kids are off for MLK day, so why not bring them by the Beaver Dam? Even the little ones can express their opinions and show their support. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Monday, January 15th 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Please come and share your interest in local activities with other community members. Please come with any topics you would like to discuss! We will have time to discuss your community issues, feel free to email us ahead of time with your topics. And as always, you can register to become a member of ANA at our meetings; $5 membership, $20 for membership plus yard sign- contact us at avondale.unite@gmail.com for more information. Parking can be accessed from George St. one-half block west of Central Park Av., and two blocks north of Diversey Av. All Welcome! Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Tuesday, January 16th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Book Release: "The Largesse of the Sea Maiden" by Denis Johnson Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Wednesday, January 17th 8:45 am - 12:00 pm This workshop is designed to introduce the attendee to Federal tax filing requirements for businesses and to tax deductions and record keeping requirements that many businesses overlook or are unaware of. Attendees will learn about the tax implications of being in business along with gaining a basic knowledge about tax deductions for business and records required to support the deductions. Presenter: Joel Shabsin Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Wednesday, January 17th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm This workshop will help you to understand the importance of branding, as well as the tools and support that small business owners can access to boost their online presence and reach customers everywhere. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Wednesday, January 17th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Join us at City Lit Books for our monthly Prose and Poetry and Potentially Other Things Open Mic Night! There are always wine, and snacks, and great readings. Even if you don't want to share, come support our readers and join the audience. Hang out! It's a good time. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Wednesday, January 17th 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Join LoganSquarist for our January Neighborhood Meetup! Second Shift will be providing complementary food and drinks for the evening, plus they'll be raffling off some awesome products and services from the people who work here during the day. Come see what's been voted Chicago's best co-working space! Thursday, January 18, 2018
Start: 1:30 pm
End: 2:30 pm
Thursday, January 18th 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm All business owners or their representatives are encouraged to attend meetings to learn about new and ongoing efforts to eliminate crime in your area. These meetings will also provide the opportunity to share your community concerns with 25th district officers. Refreshments will be served. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Thursday, January 18th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Every month we dive into fresh English translations of stand-out fiction from around the world. Join us as we get to know authors whose work was previously inaccessible to English readers! This month's selection "Swallowing Mercury" by Wioletta Greg. Friday, January 19, 2018
Start: 6:00 pm
End: 10:00 pm
Friday, January 19th 6:00 pm - 10;00 pm Conceived by Chicago-based artist Sara Goodman, Tangla is the act of trying to imagine the color that does not exist. Artist, poet, curator, VJ and teacher, Goodman creates imagined landscapes and portraits with new and old technology. This solo exhibition will introduce Tangla via video and works on paper, as well as a Virtual Reality installation created in collaboration with Violet Forest. With the proliferation of the home computer, then the internet, followed by social media, Goodman is interested in art produced as a result of this technological evolution. Her influences draw from video artists from the 1960s to present day, current day Glitch Art groups on social media, vapor wave, net art, GIF art, new aesthetic and the Tachyons + and LZX communities. Exhibition opening party January 19th 6:00-10:00 pm. We are donating 50% of the proceeds of all sales to recovery relief in Puerto Rico. Saturday, January 20, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Saturday, January 20th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Smart Love Preschool is new to Logan Square and is having an Open House on January 20th. Tour their newly renovated building, meet with staff, current and alumni parents, and learn more about the Smart Love approach! Contact Kelly Perez for questions: kelly.perez@smartlovefamily.org Start: 11:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
Saturday,January 20th 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Join us for March to the Polls, the Second Annual Women’s March Chicago. We will have music and video starting at 9:00 am with the rally starting at 11:00 am. The 2017 Chicago march was powerful. 250,000 women and allies showed up in Chicago to raise their voices for issues each of us hold dear. That historic day embodied the ongoing fight for women’s rights. We march on! Sunday, January 21, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
The Indoor Farmers Market will run every Sunday through March 25, 2017 (with the exception of November 26th, December 24th and December 31st) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. at the Emporium 2363 N. Milwaukee Av. Food! Music! Entertainment! Socializing! Fun! Monday, January 22, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Monday, January 22nd 8:45 am - 12:00 pm Understand the various ways you might finance your business and how to approach friends and family, angel investors, banks and venture capitalists. Learn to prepare the documents you will need to submit for each. A guest banker will present criteria banks use to determine credit worthiness and a representative from the SBA will discuss the SBA loan guarantee program. Presenters: Margaret Griffin, Larry Pelka and Robert Esquivel. Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Tuesday, January 23rd 8:45 am - 12:00 pm The concepts and application of basic accounting principles as utilized to measure the success of any business. This workshop will discuss the fundamentals of Financial and Managerial Accounting. Financial topics covered will include: Types of accounting method, Chart of Accounts, Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Statement, Entries to the financial statements. Managerial topics covered will include: Product/Job Costing, Cash Flow Projections, Net Present Value, Making decisions based on limited resources, Pricing decisions, Breakeven analysis, Business ratios, Other relevant topics. Presenter: Arnie Goldberg Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 4:00 pm
End: 7:00 pm
Tuesday, January 23rd 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Join us for an Open House at our new office in downtown Chicago. Staff will be at hand to share what's going on at CNT, and we'll all be honoring Steve Perkins on his retirement from four decades of contributions to CNT and urban sustainability. The event is free, and refreshments will be provided. Wednesday, January 24, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
Wednesday, January 24th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm LinkedIn is for business professionals offering opportunities for finding clients, discovering employment opportunities, and building your brand. LinkedIn is a powerful social media platform for business professionals. The focus of LinkedIn is your profile. In this workshop, you will learn how to create a complete profile, which is critical to making the most of the opportunities LinkedIn offers. You will learn the essentials of developing a headline, summary, and the other areas of your profile to fully utilize LinkedIn. Presenter: Ernie Katko Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Wednesday, January 24th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Every month, City Lit Book's Weird & Wonderful Book Club will celebrate the Weird be it science fiction, speculative fiction, fantasy, meta-fiction, magical realism, and genres otherwise strange. This month's selection "Islanders" by Christopher Priest. Thursday, January 25, 2018
Start: 12:00 pm
End: 1:30 pm
Thursday, January 25th 12:00 am - 1:30 pm Topics to include: Mechanics of a reverse mortgage, program requirements of the federally-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage, (HECM) reverse mortgage loan and the pros and cons of a reverse mortgage versus various financial alternatives Seminar Speaker: Professor R. Dennis Smith. Saturday, January 27, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Saturday, January 27th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Start: 10:00 am
End: 11:30 am
Saturday, January 27th 10:00 am - 11:30 am Parents often ask, “How do I know if my child is ready for preschool? Are there signs? How, as a parent, do I support this transition?” Join Smart Love Preschool as we discuss preschool readiness and how to make the most of this milestone in your child’s life so that parents feel a sense of ease and confidence when their little ones begin preschool. Sunday, January 28, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 2:00 pm
Sunday, January 28th 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Please join us as we take you on a behind the scenes in-depth tour of St. Sylvester School. Meet our excellent principal, dedicated teachers, and walk the same halls your children will surely walk soon! Get the answer to all questions about St. Sylvester from those that know it best. Start: 10:00 am
End: 3:00 pm
The Indoor Farmers Market will run every Sunday through March 25, 2017 (with the exception of November 26th, December 24th and December 31st) 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. at the Emporium 2363 N. Milwaukee Av. Food! Music! Entertainment! Socializing! Fun! Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Sunday January 28th 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm $30.00 for 3 hours of call drinks, 20 varieties of import / craft beers, sangria and house wine. Food is available for purchase from their menu including appetizers, sandwiches, salads and pizza. Sorry, your pet cannot attend this event. Harmony House For Cats is a 501(c)3 organization. Monday, January 29, 2018
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Monday, January 29th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Tell Me How It Ends is a reading group for nonfiction titles focusing on current events and social justice. This month's selection is "Being Mortal" by Atul Gawande. Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Start: 1:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm
Tuesday, January 30th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Marketing is an exciting and important business function that is critical to managing profitable customer relationships in today's dynamic and connected business environment.It is the process by which individuals and organizations obtain what they need or want by creating and exchanging goods, services or anything of value with others. In this workshop, you will be introduced to the marketing environment and the 4Ps of marketing – product, price, promotion, and place, as well as the importance of market research, strategic sales, and marketing your business online as part of developing a competitive advantage. Presenter: Bruce Montgomery Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 5:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Tuesday, January 30th 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm This workshop is being held to offer assistance and answer questions. The 2018 Permit Package & Resource Guide can be accessed at www.chicagoneighborhoodfestivals.us Start: 5:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Tuesday,January 30th 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm The Chicago Department of Transportation cordially invites you to attend the second public meeting concerning improvements to Milwaukee Avenue from Logan Square to Belmont Avenue. Exhibits will be on display and a presentation will be shown continuously during the meeting. Project team members will be present to discuss the project and answer questions. Start: 6:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Tuesday, January 30th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tavern Talk—More than Just a Walk in the Park: Parks as Living Labs The evening’s speakers include: Food and beverages will be available. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Tuesday, January 30th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Every month, City Lit Book's In Brief Book Club will explore a work of collected short stories or personal essays from writers both new and established. This month's selection "The Best American Short Stories 2017 edited by Meg Wolitzer and Heidi Pitlor. Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Wednesday, January 31st 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Are you ready to file your business taxes? Having a healthy understanding of your business financials is essential to helping your small business succeed. Attend this free workshop to get your tax questions answered and best prepare yourself for filing day. Start: 10:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
Wednesday, January 31st 10:00 am - 1:00 pm LinkedIn is for business professionals offering opportunities for finding clients, discovering employment opportunities, and building your brand. LinkedIn is a powerful social media platform for business professionals. The focus of LinkedIn is your profile. In this workshop, you will learn how to create a complete profile, which is critical to making the most of the opportunities LinkedIn offers. You will learn the essentials of developing a headline, summary, and the other areas of your profile to fully utilize LinkedIn. Presenter: Ernie Katko Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Thursday, February 1, 2018
Start: 8:45 am
End: 12:00 pm
Thursday, February 1st 8:45 am - 12:00 pm This hands-on workshop helps you put your personal finances in order so that you can attract the money your business needs. Identify various funding sources This workshop boosts your Money IQ and empowers you to take charge of your personal and professional life with a renewed sense of purpose, confidence, and direction. Presenter: Steven Lome Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 4:00 pm
End: 8:00 pm
Thursday, February 1st 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Join your fellow Brentano family and supporters for some fantastic wood-fired pizza! Trivia Night starts at 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. So if families wish to stay and participate or have non-kid friends who want to help fund-raise, they can play. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm
February 1st 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm We know you love Logan Square as much as we do, that's why we're looking for folks to join us in planning community events at the library throughout the year! Through programs, fun events and commitment, our Friends group enhances the community’s quality of life and learning through the neighborhood library. We're looking for volunteers to make a commitment to the well-being of their community. Convinced yet? Join us we'll be in the Children's Section. Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
Thursday, February 1st 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Is one of your resolutions to meet more neighbors? If so (or if not), you are invited to the Kosciuszko Park Advisory Council's second meeting of 2018. See what could be in store for Spring and Summer!. All are welcome! Friday, February 2, 2018
Start: 8:00 am
End: 12:00 pm
Friday, February 2nd 8:45 am - 12:00 pm Do you have what it takes to start and run a successful business? If so, what are the first steps you should take? This workshop will help you assess your prospects, give you the initial direction you need, and inspire you to move forward to realize your dream. Workshop Topics: Myths, Business Opportunities, Assessing Your Journey, Organization, Insurance & Regulations, Funding and Cash Management, Business and Marketing Plans. Presenter: Irwin Ross Click here to pre-register Cost: $50.00 - Online Registration Start: 9:00 am
End: 6:00 pm
Friday, February 2nd 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Come check out our brand new office in the heart of the Logan Square/Bucktown neighborhood. We offer same day treatments for the whole family and are proud to offer comprehensive and cosmetic care. The first 50 new patients with a comprehensive exam and cleaning will receive a complementary electric toothbrush valued at $200.00. ![]() |
Small Business Center WebsitePreview the Small Business Center website, a one-stop destination for small business owners and entrepreneurs, for information on licenses, permits, and additional resources available to small businesses in Chicago. Please send your feedback to smallbusinesscenter@cityofchicago.org. Logan Square AldermenJoe Moreno (1st) Upcoming events
EventsMonthly Business Education WorkshopsIn the opinion of the Logan Square Chamber this is the most effective investment in time any small business or entrepreneur can make. The Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP) offers workshops every Wednesday and Friday. Workshops will vary each month and are conducted by City Officials, experts and partner business organizations. All workshops are free, and open to the public. Workshops are held at BACP's offices located at 121 N. LaSalle St., City Hall Room 805, Chicago, IL 60602. Facebook facebook.com/ChicagoBACP?fref=nf BACP is also offering a program designed to give business owners the essential elements in starting and growing a business. * Attend nine workshops at BACP and earn a Business Start-Up Certificate. For more information or to register for a workshop call 312-744-5344. or download calendar: "Save the Dates" for 2018 City Festivals/EventsChicago Park District Program Sign-up Forest Preserve's Schedule Your favorite Chicago festivals are on the horizon. Save the dates for these and more. February 10 - May 13: Garfield Park Conservatory Spring Flower Show March 23rd - November 6: Food Truck Festivals March 23-August 19: Arte Diseño Xicágo April 1-30: Chicago Dance Month April 4, 11, 18 & 25: Dame Myra Hess Concerts April 11 & May 9: Jazz Links Jam Session April 20-22: CineYouth Festiva May 5: Kids and Kites Festival May 19: Lincoln Park Zoo food Truck Social May 26: Memorial Day Parade May 26: House Music Festival May 27: Bike the Drive June 1-2: Gospel Music Festival June 2-September 7: Movies in the Parks June 8-10: Blues Festival June 13-August 18: Grant Park Music Festival June 18-August 16: Millenium Park Summer Music Series June 24: Chicago Pride Parade Year Round Every Sunday: Maxwell Street Market Visit cityofchicago.org/dcase for more information and more special events in 2017! All dates are subject to change. click here for the Official Chicago Visitor Guide Employment OpportunitiesCTA has various job openings to apply please visit transitchicago.com/careers The Census Bureau's Chicago Regional Office is currently seeking Field Representatives in Cook County to interview respondents. Bicycling Safe Routes Ambassadors Connecting Youth to a Successful Future with a Summer Job in Chicago onesummerchicago.org Humboldt Park among others are seeking seasonal instructors click here for more information EMT Training Class for Women (Tuition Free) An EMT is an Emergency Medical Technician. These are the first responders who’s duty it is to assess, stabilize and transport patients in a medical emergency. To qualify you must be: Employment Opportunities With the Chicago Housing Authority click here to apply BRIGHT FUTURE: CPD & CFD Recruiting / Info Sessions Those with sophomore students in high school considering careers of service in the Chicago Police or Fire Departments are encouraged to attend one of several recruitment and information sessions for the Class of 2018 coming up in the next few months. JOB OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE CITY Bilingual Employees Needed at O'Hare The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago has job openings available. If you would like to see the job listings and want more information, please click here. Scam and Fraud AlertsSenior Citizens Alert! From the Illinois Secretary of State Corporate Scam Alert— A firm called Corporate Records Service is contacting Illinois businesses in an attempt to collect a $125 fee to fill out a corporation’s “Annual Minutes Records Form.” The Illinois Business Corporation Act does not require corporations to file a “Minutes Records Form” or pay such a fee with the state or any private entity. Please contact the Illinois Attorney General’s Office Consumer Fraud Division at 800-243-0618 to file a complaint regarding this scam solicitation. From the IRS The Internal Revenue Service today issued an alert to payroll and human resources professionals to beware of an emerging phishing email scheme that purports to be from company executives and requests personal information on employees. The IRS has learned this scheme already has claimed several victims as payroll and human resources offices mistakenly email payroll data including Forms W-2 that contain Social Security numbers and other personally identifiable information to cybercriminals posing as company executives. If your CEO appears to be emailing you for a list of company employees, check it out before you respond. Everyone has a responsibility to remain diligent about confirming the identity of people requesting personal information about employees. Read more from the IRS here From the BACP Know Before You Hire a Tax Preparer Every tax season unsuspecting Chicagoans fall victim to tax preparation firms that use hidden charges and recommend unnecessary and expensive tax refund products like Refund Anticipation Loans (RALS) or Refund Anticipation Checks (RACS) to make a profit at the expense of citizens' deserved tax refunds. For more information click here Always Be Alert The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection protects consumers from deception and fraud in the marketplace. We accept and investigate complaints submitted online or via 311. BACP promotes consumer awareness to help consumers protect themselves. MasterCard Phone Scam Hits Northern Illinois Many consumers in Northern Illinois are reporting that they are receiving automated messages stating that their MasterCard has been compromised. The consumer is instructed to call and verify their information in order to get a new card. The Better Business Bureau warns that if an automated system calls asking for credit card information it is probably a scam. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is offering tips on what consumers need to know to protect themselves. If you should receive one of these calls you should: Not return a call from a pre-recorded message. If speaking to a live "operator" ask for his/or her name, department and extension. Then hang up call the number on the back of your card and ask for that person. Never provide personal or financial information to someone you do not know. Feel free to just hang-up. Using the number on the back of your card or on your statement call the credit card company that issued your card if you have security questions or concerns. FRAUD ALERT: Warning for Property Owners in Cook County The Cook County Recorder of Deeds encourages all property owners to sign up for notification every time paperwork is filed regarding their property. ComED Phone Payment Scams ComEd warns of individuals calling ComEd customers and falsely claiming their service will be disconnected unless payment is made. ComED will never call you to ask you for cash or request that you purchase a prepaid credit card to make a payment on your bill. If you have concerns about the status of your account, please call ComEd Customer Service at 800-334-7661. Visit comed.com/scamalert to learn more. IRS Warns About Continuing Scam Phone Calls The IRS is continuing to warning to taxpayers not to be fooled by impostors posing as tax agency representatives. These callers may demand money or may say you have a refund due and try to trick you into sharing private information. These con artists can sound convincing when they call. They may know a lot about you, and they usually alter the caller ID to make it look like the IRS is calling. They use fake names and bogus IRS identification badge numbers. If you don't answer, they often leave an "urgent" callback request. If you get a phone call from someone claiming to be from the IRS and asking for money, here's what you should do: If you know you owe taxes or think you might owe, call the IRS at 800-829-1040. The IRS workers can help you with a payment issue. If you know you don't owe taxes or have no reason to believe that you do, report the incident to the Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) at 800-366-4484 or at www.tigta.gov. If you've been targeted by this scam, also contact the Federal Trade Commission and use their "FTC Complaint Assistant" at ftc.gov. Please add "IRS Telephone Scam" to the comments of your complaint. Remember, too, the IRS does not use email, text messages or any social media to discuss your personal tax issue. For more information on reporting tax scams, go to www.irs.gov. BACP Campaigns to Help Consumers Understand Credit Reports and Avoid Becoming Victims of Fraud To help consumers stay safe, BACP has launched a campaign to ensure consumers know their rights when it comes to credit and avoid becoming victims of fraud. "The City of Chicago protects consumers from fraud by resolving complaints and taking action against fraudulent businesses," said Commissioner Maria Guerra Lapacek of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection. "We also take a proactive approach by promoting consumer awareness through educational campaigns to help people protect themselves." The campaign is made up of Know Your Credit Report and Know How to Fix Your Credit Report. Commercial Real Estate LocatorCommercial Real Estate available for lease or for sale in Logan Square. Please try visiting the City of Chicago's new Site Selector online program: You may also try these links to search for available properties:
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