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New Business Sponsor: Square One

square oneLocated at 14th Street and Michigan Avenue in the heart of South Loop, Square One is now open. The new neighborhood-driven bar will echo a sense of community for locals and will serve as an ideal place for a craft beer, a finely tuned cocktail, or one of many fine wines. Food accompaniments such as specialty meats and cheese will be interactive and creative.

Designed by owner Ron Vaisman, Square One’s design is warm and eclectic with a modern feel. The counter-chic space features local wood reclaimed floors, 30-foot high ceilings, chalkboard walls, and reclaimed wine barrel chandeliers. The 23-foot cement bar includes seating for 24 on adjustable machinist stools and features a meat and cheese station on one end. Reminiscent of an old school drive-in, a 12-foot projector will play black and white movies over the bar. An area called “the living room,” is outfitted with a u-shaped couch, slate fireplace and TV, and can be reserved for private parties. Square One offers seating for about 60 people inside and patio seating in directors’ chairs for 30 outside on 14th Street.

http://squareonechicago.com/

Phone: 847-414-3699

Address: 14th Street & Michigan Avenue

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DePaul Event Center to be added to McPier

Residents have been reacting to the rumored plans on our facebook page this week.  This morning more information has become available and your input is critical.

 

Emanuel unveils $1.1 billion DePaul arena, Navy Pier plan

The new arena — officially dubbed an event center — will cost $140 million, plus $33 million for land acquisition. That’s substantially less than the $300 million figure that had been whispered in recent months. A spokesman for Mr. Emanuel says the arena will create 10,000 construction and 3,700 permanent jobs.

The facility will cover most of the block bounded by 21st Street, Indiana Avenue, Cermak Road and Prairie Avenue. That’s a block west of a property that the Metropolitan Pier & Exposition Authority, the agency that runs McCormick Place, originally wanted.

Please post a comment to our blog or send us an email with your thoughts.  At our community meeting on Saturday we expect to have a brief discussion to begin the community input process.

Comments or questions are welcome.

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Organizing With You

Organizing With You LogoOrganizing With You, Inc. is a company offering home, office & relocation organizing services to the serving the entire Chicago land area.  Based in the South Loop, our goal is to help clients get organized by providing customized solutions and organization systems. We can help you declutter, downsize, maximize space & hopefully minimize your stress! Anyone from a busy mom to a busy executive can benefit from our professional organizing services.

Some services offered: Room By Room Organization (kitchen, closet, garage, home office, kid’s room) Office Organization (new office set up, filing systems, going paperless, digital organization, paper management, increase productivity) Relocation (organized packing, unpacking) We truly believe that organizing creates the pathway to life’s other important destinations and is an investment towards overall wellness! Organizing With You is a proud member of the National Association of Professional Organizers. We offer complimentary consultation to our first time clients!

For more information, please visit us at: www.organizingwithyou.com

Phone: 312.282.8280

Email: info@organizingwithyou.com

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Community Representative Needed

South Loop Elementary School

South Loop Elementary Local School Council (LSC) needs a new community representative from July 1, 2013 – June 30, 2014.

If you are interested in joining the LSC, then please stop by the Main Office for the application materials, or they can be downloaded at the Local School Council website for Chicago Public Schools.

Application deadline is June 10, 2013.

Please attend the LSC meeting June 12th 6:15– 7:45 pm

This LSC meeting will include a Candidates Forum. Each applicant will have 3 minutes to present themselves, and the LSC will vote in closed session for the new representative.

The LSC is a hard working group comprised of the Principal, parents, teachers, staff, and community members. LSCs participate in the governance of Chicago Public Schools and are responsible for (3) main duties:

  1. Approving how school funds and resources are allocated
  2. Developing and monitoring the annual School Improvement Plan
  3. Evaluating and selecting the school’s principal.

Questions?  Please contact Principal Shelton 773-534-8690 or Chairperson Ellen Lorden

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PianoForte Foundation

PianoForte PianoForte Chicago was started with the idea of promoting and making available the line of Fazioli pianos to the discerning public but quickly grew into a piano store with a wide range of instruments and piano-related services including accessories, recording, rentals, student performances, and lessons. Since its inception, PianoForte has evolved into a specialized piano boutique with a focus on selecting fine instruments at various price levels.

As part of the selection process, PianoForte has chosen to represent selected few piano manufacturers which reflect our philosophy of quality and ethics. These include Fazioli, Grotrian, Schimmel and Wendl & Lung acoustic pianos, and Yamaha digital pianos. Through these manufacturers, pianos are made available across all price points seen in the market today.

At the same time, PianoForte has developed a line-up of pre-owned pianos to sell in order to widen the offering and touch/sound possibilities including pianos by Yamaha, Steinway, Mason & Hamlin, Bechstein, Baldwin, and other high quality brands. The showrooms provide a unique setting to allow piano lovers to take their time and explore the possibilities of one or several pianos. When coming to look at pianos, it is recommended that one makes an appointment to ensure the best conditions to try pianos and discuss options with our staff.

http://www.pianofortechicago.com/

Fine Arts Building, 408 S. Michigan Avenue

Phone 312-291-0000

 

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