September 2009
RECYCLE PAPER for EDUCATION
365 days per year, 24 hours per day you can simply drop off you paper items to be
recycled at 2 Paper Retriever Boxes in the nieghborhood.

Devon Bank - Easily accessible in the southeast corner of the lot at  6445 N. Western
Avenue.


High Ridge YMCA - Accessible to all through the YMCA lot 2424 W. Touhy. entrance
on Western Avenue.

We can accept your newspapers, school & business documents, junk mail, catalogs,
soft cover books & magazines.
The  West Ridge Chamber of Commerce is committed to community education.  Our local
RECYCLING program is in place not only to help the earth, but to assist community
schools.  In the 2009 school year the Chamber raised more than$2,000 through these
programs. Funds provided financial assistance to St. Scholastica, the North Town
Library's Childrens Programs.

Help us generate funds to do it again! Recycle your paper with us!
Please call the Chamber offices with questions, 773-743-6022.
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Dear Amie,
Thanks for your continued interest in the West Ridge Chamber of Commerce.  MEMBERS
- Don't forget to submit your events, news and sales for publication in this newsletter!
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5th Annual Ultimate Networking Event
The West Ridge Chamber of Commerce
DATE: Thursday, September 17
TIME: 530pm - 9pm
LOCATION: Irish American Heritage Center, 4626 N. Knox
Celebrate Chamber of Commerce Week!!
Come out and have fun, meet businesspeople from throughout the City,
network and enjoy food from 30 different restaurants
only $15.
(admission fee includes one drink ticket and  you can eat!)
Last year this event attracted more than 400 local businessmen and women. In addition
to this unique networking opportunity, there will be a wide variety of food, a first-class
pub, representatives and literature from government agencies, and a free business
card raffle.
This event is co-hosted by the following business organizations:
Albany Park Chamber of Commerce  ♦  Albany Park Community Center
Belmont-Central Chamber of Commerce  ♦  Chicago Korean Chamber of Commerce
Edgebrook Chamber of Commerce  ♦  Edison Park Chamber of Commerce
Gladstone Park Chamber of Commerce  ♦  Greater Avondale Chamber of Commerce
Greater Northwest Chicago DevCorp  ♦ Harwood Heights-Norridge Chamber
Kedzie-Elston Business & Industrial Council  ♦  Latin American Chamber
of Commerce
Lawrence Avenue Development Corporation  ♦  Lincoln Bend Chamber of Commerce
Lincoln Square Chamber of Commerce  ♦  North River Commission
North-Pulaski-Armitage Chamber of Commerce  ♦  Norwood Park Chamber of
Commerce
Polish American Chamber of Commerce  ♦  Portage Park Chamber of Commerce
Pulaski Elston Business Association  ♦  Ravenswood Chamber of Commerce
Sauganash Chamber of Commerce  ♦  West Ridge Chamber of Commerce
$15 admission (cash or check at the door)
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1st Tuesdays with The West Ridge Chamber of Commerce
DATE: Tuesday, September 1
TIME: 530-730pm
LOCATION: Curves of Rogers Park, 7300 N. Western

Mix and mingle with business owners, residents and people who are interested in
the West Ridge Community.
Light refreshements provided.

FREE to WRCC members, $5 for non-members
Are you a member interested in showcasing your business by hosting a 1st Tuesday
event?
Contact the Chamber today! 773-743-6022
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CJE Senior Life Fall Events
Planning Your Future: Protecting Your Assets to Remain Living in Your Home
Tuesday, September 8 10:30 a.m.
Consultant Wendy Thornton draws on 9 years of experience working with the elderly
and their families to access government programs and services that provide assistance
with costs of health insurance, medications and long-term care.

Waldheim and Menorah Gardens Cemetery Bus Trip
Thursday, September 10
$25 fee includes round-trip bus transportation, visits to grave sites, brief memorial
service and light refreshments. Advance registration required. Call 773.508.1000.


Exploring the World of Jews in Mystery Fiction
Wednesday, September 23 1 p.m. $3

Celebrate the Grand Re-Opening of CJE SeniorLife Library with storyteller Ruth Sacks.


Jews in the Time of Columbus: The Conversos
Tuesday, October 20 1 p.m. Co-sponsored by LaBriut
Banking 101: How Safe is My Money?
Tuesday, October 27 1 p.m.
Armchair Traveler Series with Linda Rubin
European Centers of Jewish Life: Warsaw, Prague and Vienna
Tuesday, November 3 1 p.m. $3
Untangle Your Phone Bill
Tuesday, November 10 1 p.m.
If you're paying more than $25 for phone service, you're probably paying too much.
Bring your phone bill and meet with a representative of Citizens Utility Board (CUB)
who will help lower your monthly costs.Advance registration required. Call 773.508.1000.
Annual Chanukah Party
Wednesday, December 16 1 p.m. $3
A family and community celebration with entertainment including international music
with Faina Rochlenkov and Henry Warman. Raffle, food and more.
All programs are held at the Bernard Horwich Building, 3003 West Touhy Avenue, Chicago.
Programs are subject to change. Registration is required. Call 773.508.1000.
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What You Need to Know about the 2010 Census
·         The Constitution requires a national census every 10 years.
·         The census is a count of everyone residing in the United States, both
citizens and non-citizens.
·         The 2010 Census will create thousands of temporary jobs.
Your Participation in the 2010 Census Matters
·         Every year, more than $300 billion in federal funds is awarded to states
and communities based on census data.
·         Census data guide local decision-makers in important community planning
efforts, including where to build new roads, hospitals and schools.
·         Census data affect how many seats each state will have in the U.S. House
of Representatives.
The 2010 Census Questionnaire: Simple and Safe
·         The 2010 Census questionnaire asks only a few simple questions of each
person. The questionnaire takes just a few minutes to complete and return by mail.
·         The Census Bureau does not release or share information that identifies
individual respondents or their household.
When your Census form arrives in the mail in March 2010, fill out the form and mail
it back.
For information, visit www.census.gov/2010census or call 800-923-8282.
West Ridge Counts!
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FREE HOLIDAY LIGHTS AVAILABLE
In an effort to create a festive atmosphere over the holidays, the West Ridge Chamber
of Commerce is offering 1 box of FREE holiday lights to its member businesses. 
We are asking businesses to light up their stores during the upcoming holidays.
No matter which holiday that you celebrate, Eid, Diwali, Hanukkah or Christmas
we want our neighborhood to look as festive and attractive as possible.

Did you know that businesses that are well lit do 30% more business??

To reserve you FREE box of lights, please contact the Chamber offices by September
30. Lights are 100 white lights per box.
Limit 1 box per business.  Businesses must be WRCC members and dues must be current.
Sorry, business members only.
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Christmas Toy Drive - Armstrong School
Please have a heart this holiday season by giving a toy to a child at George B.
Armstrong School of International Studies.
From now until December 8, 2009 Armstrong School Parent Volunteers will be accepting
toys of all kinds to be given to each of the schools 1500 students.
Please drop off donations of toys for any age at Armstrong School 2110 W. Greenleaf
Chicago, IL
Please call Mrs. Hart or Mrs. DeJesus at 773-419-1443 or 773-599-4356 with  questions.

The West Ridge Chamber will be accepting toys for donation to the school at its
November and December 1st Tuesday events.
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Chicago Tech Expo 2009
The right technology.  The right time.
October 1, 2009 - UIC Forum
9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
www.chicagotechexpo.net
Today's economic downturn presents many challenges to businesses big and small.
Nevertheless, there is optimism that the upturn will begin soon.  Come to the
TechExpo 2009 conference and exposition sponsored by the City of Chicago to
position your business for the future.
TechExpo will introduce and connect owners of small businesses (100 employees or
less) to technology solutions to grow and evolve their businesses, and it will provide
educational tracks to empower businesses to use technology to advance strategic
goals.
Exhibitor floor with hundreds of technology solutions
Workshops on online marketing, social networking, websites
Expert advise, hands-on demos, networking
Dynamic stage with inspiring speakers, raffle prizes and more
Learn more and register today at www.chicagotechexpo.net.
The $35 fee includes lunch, workshops, free give-aways, and more.
Do not wait, on-site registration $50.
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Vendors Needed for Chicago Bungalow & Green Home Expo

The Department of Community Development is collaborating with the Historic Chicago
Bungalow Association in the 2009 Chicago Bungalow and Green Home Expo. The Historic
Chicago Bungalow and Green Home Expo is Chicago's largest and most popular home
restoration, preservation and energy-efficient renovation expo. The Expo will be
held on Saturday, October 17th, from 10am to 4pm at the Merchandise Mart. Our last
Expo drew nearly 10,000 bungalow and "green" home enthusiasts.
We are currently searching for vendors who's products and services will benefit
homeowners or potential homebuyers who attend the annual event looking for products
and expertise on everything from energy-efficient appliances to rehabbing woodwork.
Companies using, promoting, or selling environmentally friendly and sustainable
products and services will complement an exciting array of vendors specializing
in bungalows and historic preservation and rehabilitation.

The exhibitor's fee for the Expo is $250 for individual craftspeople and $800 for
business enterprises (of more than 5 employees). Non-profit organizations are free
of charge.

To register, please complete the online Participation Form at www.chicagobungalow.org.
If you or your members have any questions, please feel free to contact me at 312-744-0496.