CHICAGO NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS – WEST ROGERS PARK, LAKEVIEW, LOOP, GOLD COAST, OAK PARK
WEST
ROGERS PARK
Walgreens has taken a stand against the current economy and
is now giving back to the community.
Anyone who lost their job on Tuesday or anytime this year
and does not have insurance need not worry.
The Walgreens "Take Care" clinics are offering free routine treatments
from 11am - 3pm, Monday through Friday.
To read more about this great program, click here.
LAKEVIEW
In sticking with the economic stimulus plan this week, we've
found a couple different things you can do in Lakeview that will cost you under
$20.
First you can head out to the Brew and View at the Vic
located at 3145 N. Sheffield. Bonus for those who want to check it out but
not pay the cash, it's around the block from the Belmont stop on the El. Don't miss this low cost way to see second
run films Monday through Thursday.
Second don't forget about the Music Box Theatre at
3733 N. Southport. First shows and general admission tickets are
under $10. The theatre touts ghost
sightings of "Whitey," a long-time manager of the theater who died
there in 1977, are included with your admission.
LOOP
It's official, warm weather has begun in Chicago
and the Chicago
River taxis have officially started.
For those of you who have not taken this fun form of transportation it
truly is a great way to get around.
There are shuttles commuters can take between the train
stations and other stops downtown. Not
only is it a great way to get around for commuters, but it's also great if you
plan to be a tourist for the day in our fair city. You can take a taxi when get off the train and
ride direct to Navy Pier, for example.
To read more about this fun addition to our transportation
system, click here.
GOLD COAST
There's a new stimulus package on the horizon. The Stimulus Social Club (SSC) is a new group
of socially conscious professionals in Chicago
"who are choosing to give back while throwing down!"
The group's inaugural event is this evening at Rockit Bar & Grill upstairs. Realizing that it's time to inject cash into our
city's economy this group will also have a charitable beneficiary for each
event.
This month's beneficiary is Step Up Women's Network. Cost for the event is $10 at the door.
OAK PARK
Oak Park Place
Apartments have started renting their 200-unit green development in the
heart of downtown Oak Park. This property was constructed with a
percentage of recycled materials included not only in the actual construction
but also in the finishes.
For those who are looking for a "green lifestyle option"
this complex is good option. The developer
has applied for Leadership in Energy and
Environmental Design (LEED) certification.
To read more about the complex, click here.
CATHY MALLERS & DEAN'S TEAM CHICAGO
