It' Here Again...one of our Favorite Northwest side events!
The Day Has Been DELAYED: Attend the Zoning Board of Appeals Meeting
Friday June 15, 2012 at 121 N LaSalle Rm 200
Chicago Tonight & WTTW story on the Portage Theater
Save The Portage Theater
Thank You all for coming out and supporting our effort to Save the Portage.
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**SAVE THE DATE - SAVE THE PORTAGE THEATER**
From Alderman John Arena:
Currently the Zoning Board of Appeals has the the Portage Theater on the agenda for Friday, April 20 at 121 North LaSalle Street 2nd Flr.
The planned discussion of the proposal to alter The Portage Theater would benefit greatly from your presence. I hope you can appear and support of this neighborhood icon. Stay tuned for more updates."
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**A Promise to keep you informed about the Portage Theater**
The recent news of actions taken by the Chicago Tabernacle has surprised many our neighbors, business partners and friends, including the PPNA. The PPNA wishes to express that we will be monitoring the situation very closely with Alderman Arena, the Six Corner's Association and Old Irving Park Association to keep neighbors and guests apprised of changes or news that we glean from accurate sources that we can share.
As expressed in our recent public meeting, based on informal knowledge of a church considering the purchase of the Portage Theater for religious purposes, the PPNA Board sent an opinion letter last September to Alderman Arena of our concern that such purchase would have a negative impact on the continued economic development of not only our community, but also our business partners and guests to the Six Corner's area.
The PPNA will continue to learn what we can do to support the greater quality of the neighborhood and the Six Corner's Commercial district. We will work with our neighbors, fellow community organizations, business partners as well as guests and patrons of the Portage Theater to keep the theater for its intended use. Feel free to stay in touch with us via our website, Twitter or Facebook pages and we'll make every effort to forward additional information from Alderman Arena and the meetings that we participate in, as they become available.
Sincerely,
Philip Schwartz
PPNA President
PS You may be interested in this article.
*Six Corners Economic Development Master Plan Community Workshop*
Wednesday, April 11
7:00 - 9:00pm
Lydia Home Foundation - 4839 W. Irving Park
The community will have an opportunity to weigh in on land use and business mix issues, parking concerns and physical enhancements to the Six Corners area. The research has been done on shoppers - now it’s critical for neighbors and the community who may not shop at six corners or has ideas, criticisms, approaches to improve the Six Corner's commercial corridors create a blueprint for the future of Six Corners.
We have a voice in the development and future plans of Six Corners - but you must attend this event to be heard!
Workshop Details:
The City of Chicago Department of Housing and Economic Development, the 45th Ward
office and the Six Corners Association together are hosting a Community Workshop on the
preparation of a new Economic Development Master Plan for the Six Corners commercial
district. The workshop will be led by the Goodman Williams Group, a market research and
economic development firm.
The overall purpose of the Master Plan is to create a set of economic development and
planning strategies aimed toward revitalizing one of Chicago’s most important neighborhood
commercial districts. The Master Plan will focus on the appropriate land use and business
mix for Six Corners, district-wide marketing and promotional efforts, additional physical
enhancements, parking management, and the adaptive use of existing historic buildings.
This Community Workshop is the first of two workshops to be scheduled during the planning
process. Come hear the consulting team’s initial assessments of Six Corners and provide your
input on what will help the Six Corners business district.
**Interested in Local Architecture?**
The Playground...The Grand Opening...April 28, 2012
**Keepin It Real Burglary Seminar**
Tuesday, March 27
7:00pm
Copernicus Foundation Center - 5216 W Lawrence
In an effort to encourage burglary prevention, the 16th and 17th Police Districts are calling upon “experts” for this “Keepin It Real” burglary workshop. At this special CAPS event some individuals who have actually been arrested for burglary will talk about how and why they burglarize – from slipping past security systems to what kind of items they have stolen. This workshop should be an eye-opening community event. For more information please contact the 16th District CAPS Office at 312-742-4521 or the 17th District CAPS Office at 312-742-4588.
Co Sponsored by Copernicus Foundation & Jefferson Park Chamber of Commerce. FREE
**A Moon for the Misbegotten**
Presented by The Seanachai Theatre Company
The companion piece to Long Day's Journey Into Night and Eugene O'Neill's final play, A Moon For The Misbegotten is a tale of humor, vulnerability and passion, as two lonely souls find a window of happiness in the moonlight, and approach the coming dawn with hope and apprehension.
Irish American Heritage Center
4626 N. Knox Ave.
March 23 - April 29
Thursday, Friday & Saturday - 7:30 pm
Sunday matinee - 3:00 pm
Tickets on sale NOW! For more information:
**Dreaming of becoming a Ballerina?**
How cool is this? Your child can take lessons to be a ballerina right here in the nieghbirhood. Read one parents review of Fariytale Ballet. Click on the image for the full details.
My daughter has at various times taken classes at the JoffreySchool and Ballet Chicago and absolutely prefers the classes at Fairytale Ballet! Their classes are both technical and whimsical which is the perfect combination for young dancers. My daughter who loves to dance, is currently enrolled in weekly classes at Hubbard Street Dance Studio and at Fairytale Ballet. While she enjoys both programs, she is always super excited to go to Fairytale Ballet because she says it is so "fun and beautiful!" We moved to OIP last August and I was so happy to find them right around the corner!
**PPNA Meeting Tonight**
All are welcome!
Portage Park Neighboorhood Association Public Meeting
Monday, March 12
7:30pm - 8:30pm
4839 W. Irving Park Road
People's Gas & Coke Building
**The Portage**
We just recieved the following in our inbox! It all looks fabulous.
Spring Wine Dinner
**Yo Adrian!**
From IMDB: ROCKY
“A small time boxer gets a once in a lifetime chance to fight the heavyweight champ in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect.”
Oh but this movie is so much more! Some of us remember seeing it on the big screen in 1976 – it seemed so authentic. The gritty Philadelphia streets, the quiet naturalistic acting, the raw realistic violence of the fight scenes underscored with a soundtrack that still inspires…Gonna Fly, anybody? This film took the Academy Award for Best Picture amongst a field of films that still stand up today, including Network, All the President’s Men, and Taxi Driver. So what are you doing Monday night?
Thanks to Slam Internet Radio and the Keep on Keeping On Foundation, Rocky will once again be gracing the big screen – Monday, March 5 at The Portage Theater, 7:30 pm. Tickets are $5. The proceeds will be going to Keep On whose mission is to make life easier for those living with severe physical disabilities through financial assistance and advocacy. A local charity, they help individuals and families get proper wheelchairs, specialty vans and the like. Check out their link below for more info.
As part of their Monthly Monday Movie Series, Slam will be broadcasting live at the theater. Hope to see our neighbors there – enjoying an excellent movie and supporting a great cause!
http://www.slaminternetradio.com/
**Fischman Liquors Food Trucks & Beer!**
Even the freezing rain couldn't put a damper on our neighborhood's enthusiasm for good food & good beer. We'd like to thank Fischman's for making this happen - we'll be sure to keep you posted on the next scheduled event!
Waiting on the trucks...
This place is hopping!
Big Dog Mercer
5411 Empanadas
What rain?
**Food and Beer...Oh Yeah!**
Beer & Food Trucks tonight February 23, 2012 at Fischman's Liquors, 4780 N. Milwaukee near Lawrence.
Tapping the following beers at 6:00 PM:
****BELL'S HOPSLAM & AVERY MAHARAJA****
FOOD TRUCKS- we're bringing you more food!--6 trucks
6:00-7:00 PM Southern Mac & Cheese, 5411 Empanadas, The Wagyu Wagon, GiGi's Bake Shop- cupcakes!
7:30 PM- until the food runs out: Duck N Roll
, Taquero Fusion.
Live music by Big Dog Mercer.
**What the candidates are saying!**
Couldn't make it out to see the candidates speak the other day, no worries? Here are the answers they provided. Again thanks to all the candidates who could attend Will Guzzardi, Toni Berrios, Robert Martwick, and thanks to all including Sandra Stoppa for providing answers. Just click on the candidates respective names to read their responses.
**A nice write up on things to do in Portage Park in Chicago Magazine**
Things to do, places to eat and drink!
**Cafe Marbella Hosts Wine Tasting on February 23rd **
Click on the menu for full details
**The Candidates are Speaking. Will you be there to listen?**
The candidates are coming. February 13th is our next public meeting and we already have two candidates confirmed. The invitation to the candidates is be extended to all candidates for the upcoming primary elections regardless of party affiliation. We are continuing to make every effort to provide you with the opportunity for a hands on meet and greet with your candidates. February 13th 730pm 4839 W Irving Park Rd.
**Congratulations!**
Sutherland's opens to rave reviews and great fanfare. Some our board has already dropped by and couldn't stop applauding the food, beer selection, and atmosphere. Congrats! Find the reviews on Yelp!
**Thank You Commander McNaughton**
16th District Commander David McNaughton Goes to the 8th District
Those of us who live in the 16th District, (which includes much of the 38th Ward), are losing our excellent Police Commander, David McNaughton, who will be replacing Commander John Kupczyk of the 8th District, who passed away suddenly at the young age of 54. The people of the 38th Ward extend our condolences to the family of Commander Kupczyk, and we thank Commander McNaughton, a lifelong resident of the 16th District, for a job well done! During his tour as Commander of the 16th District, crime rates have steadily decreased, and the Commander was very active in attending community events and CAPS meetings. On behalf of the residents of the 38th Ward, I wish Commander McNaughton the very best in his new assignment!
**Did you have fun at BBQFest? Tell us what you liked. Tell us what you want? Want to volunteer?**
**Are you a Foodie?**
New restaurants and pubs are opening, some to rave reviews, Al Dente, Bread & Wine, Ruk Suhsi & Thai, and very soon Sutherland's.
Here is some more information shared by our friends to the east, Old Irving Park Neighborhood Association.
**Have the Holiday Spirit in you?** to discuss ideas on how to enhance the commercial district with holiday decorations for **Old Man Winter is here!** **Looking to get rid of that Xmas Tree?** **Fire! (on the 4900 block of Dakin)** Eleven people were displaced early this morning by a fire that spread to three residential buildings in the Portage Park neighborhood on the West Side, fire officials said. **Change is in the Air** The City Newstand is adding a coffee bar to its shop. Hear the details in this WBEZ news story. Happy Holidays! With the Holidays here the PPNA would like to wish you and yours a warm and safe Holiday season. Cheers to a great new Year! Congrats to all of winners at the recent election. President...Philip Schwartz Vice-President...John Kane Secretary...Kelli Weffenstette Treasurer...Chris Ericksen Elected Board Members Philip Schwartz John Kane Kelli Weffenstette Chris Ericksen Bob Brobson Scott Larson Gerard Staniszewski Jill Staniszewski
next season. Interested persons can email Ed Bannon @ ed@sixcornerschicago.com
with contact information and “Holiday Decorations” in the subject line OR phone (773)
685-9300 and leave your contact information. Our first meeting will be held at the end of
January.
The Fire Department asked for city aid for nine adults and two children. But no one was injured.
The fire broke out shortly before midnight...Read the rest here!
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