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Events for May, 2012 »
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Celebrate the guardians of the crosswalk on May 1
Celebrate the guardians of the crosswalk on May 1
Celebrate the guardians of the crosswalk on May 1
April 20, 2012 8:00 am – May 1, 2012 11:00 pm
Crossing guards shepherd us safely across the  street. They keep children safe from traffic throughout the year–no matter the  conditions: wind, rain, snow or sweltering heat. Since 2005, the State of…
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Celebrate the guardians of the crosswalk on May 1
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
May 2, 2012 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Volunteer Needs We are looking for additional assistance on Wednesday mornings from 11am to 1pm to help in final prep work for our afternoon distribution session. We are also looking for interested…
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Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
NNA Block Club Captain Meeting
NNA Block Club Captain Meeting
May 3, 2012 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
NNA Block Captain Meeting Thursday, May 3rd 7-9pm Epiphany Church basement, 2008 W. Bradley Please come meet our amazing block captains from across the neighborhood to find out what other people…
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NNA Block Club Captain Meeting
NNA Block Club Captain Meeting
Chappell LSC
Chappell LSC
May 4, 2012 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
First Friday
First Friday
May 4, 2012 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
On March 2nd from 6:30 to 9:00pm we are having our 11th monthly First Friday at Lillstreet Studios!!!! As usual many studios through out the second and third floors will…
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First Friday
First Friday
Crew Bar & Grill Kentucky Derby Hat Competition
Crew Bar & Grill Kentucky Derby Hat Competition
May 5, 2012 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Crew Bar +Grill invites you and all of your best hat-wearing friends to Crew’s ever popular Derby Day Event & Hat Competition!  Come and participate in this yearly event where…
Northcenter Neighbors Outing to LAC Action Assembly
Northcenter Neighbors Outing to LAC Action Assembly
May 5, 2012 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Northcenter Neighbors Association will meet for $10 lunch and margaritas at Fiesta Mexicana (2423 N. Lincoln) before making our way over to the assembly at 2pm. The assembly will be held…
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Northcenter Neighbors Outing to LAC Action Assembly
Bach & Beyond Spring Concert
Bach & Beyond Spring Concert
May 6, 2012 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Bach & Beyond Spring Concert
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
May 7, 2012 7:00 pm
The Horner Park holds their Advisory Council meetings 1st Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m.
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Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Horner Park Advisory Council Meeting
Waters LSC
Waters LSC
May 8, 2012 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Coonley LSC
Coonley LSC
May 8, 2012 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Coonley School Local School Council
Amundsen High LSC
Amundsen High LSC
May 8, 2012 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Ravenswood School LSC
Ravenswood School LSC
May 8, 2012 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Ravenswood Local School Council Meeting
Ravenswood Local School Council Meeting
May 8, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Ravenswood Local School Council meetings are the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the school’s MultiPurpose Room. The next meeting is May 8, 2012.  I expect that the…
Amundsen Park Advisory Council Meeting
Amundsen Park Advisory Council Meeting
May 8, 2012 7:00 pm
The Amundsen Park Advisory Council  holds it’s meetings on the second Tuesday of every month.  
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Amundsen Park Advisory Council Meeting
Amundsen Park Advisory Council Meeting
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
May 9, 2012 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Volunteer Needs We are looking for additional assistance on Wednesday mornings from 11am to 1pm to help in final prep work for our afternoon distribution session. We are also looking for interested…
Garden Planting
Garden Planting
May 9, 2012 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Garden Planting
Garden Planting
Alderman Pawars’ First Year Celebration
Alderman Pawars’ First Year Celebration
May 10, 2012 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
PLEASE JOIN US FOR A CASUAL EVENING WITH ALDERMAN AMEYA PAWAR CELEBRATING ONE YEAR IN OFFICE Tickets:  $47 First come…first serve to bowling Sponsorship Level: $250 – Anchor *** $500 – Strike $1000 –…
Bell LSC
Bell LSC
May 10, 2012 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Bell LSC
Water’s School Big Night
Water’s School Big Night
May 11, 2012 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
WATERS BIG NIGHT: If you haven’t already, please buy your tickets.  Even if you received complimentary tickets due to your Flower Power pledge last fall, please rsvp by emailing us at…
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Water’s School Big Night
Water’s School Big Night
Water’s School Big Night
Water’s School Big Night
Water’s School Big Night
Water’s School Big Night
Food Pantry Volunteers
Food Pantry Volunteers
May 12, 2012 8:15 am - 11:00 am
The Lincoln Square Presbyterian Church gathers volunteers at a mobile food pantry each month.
47th Ward Plant Exchange
47th Ward Plant Exchange
May 12, 2012 9:00 am - 11:00 am
47th Ward Plant Exchange: Bring a plant — Take a plant at Courtenay Elementary: May 12, 2012 Hosted by Courtenay Elementary 1726 W Berteau (Parking Lot) Bring a Plant — Take…
20th Annual River (Rescue) Day
20th Annual River (Rescue) Day
May 12, 2012 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Big 20th Annual River (Rescue) Day Gather at Berteau landing.  You can register at the official Friends of Chicago River website at http://www.eventbrite.com/event/3112163565?ref=ebtn. If anyone can help in grilling-up some post-workday…
Cemetery Walking Tours
Cemetery Walking Tours
May 12, 2012 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Rosehill Cemetery & Mausoleum, 5800 N. Ravenswood Avenue, will again be offering their bimonthly walking tours of the historic cemetery on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. This…
30th Anniversary PowWow
30th Anniversary PowWow
May 12, 2012 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
The Kateri Center of Chicago will host their 30th Anniversary Powwow all day.
Mad Hatter Troupe Story Time at Sulzer Library
Mad Hatter Troupe Story Time at Sulzer Library
May 12, 2012 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Mad Hatters Troupe Story Time The Junior League of Chicago’s troupe of volunteers tells stories with flair using props to dramatize the stories. Participants are encouraged to wear or bring their…
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Mad Hatter Troupe Story Time at Sulzer Library
Mad Hatter Troupe Story Time at Sulzer Library
Mad Hatter Troupe Story Time at Sulzer Library
Money Smart at Sulzer Library
Money Smart at Sulzer Library
May 14, 2012 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Money Smart Investment Perspective This Investment Perspective seminar will focus on buildingan all-terrain portfolio. Jason Clarke of Edward Jones Financial will discuss’risk on’ and ‘risk off’ investing, building a well-balanced portfolio, as…
1st Ward Town Hall Meeting
1st Ward Town Hall Meeting
May 14, 2012 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Special Guest Lois Scott, City’s Chief Financial Officer will be on on-hand to answer questions. Hear details on the program and learn about the substantial changes which allowed Alderman Moreno to…
NATO, G8 and the Role of Social Activism
NATO, G8 and the Role of Social Activism
May 14, 2012 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A Community Forum
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NATO, G8 and the Role of Social Activism
NATO, G8 and the Role of Social Activism
NATO, G8 and the Role of Social Activism
RAW Early Sign-up
RAW Early Sign-up
May 15, 2012
Early sign-up for the fall Ravenswood ArtWalk. 
Recycle at MB Financial Bank
Recycle at MB Financial Bank
May 15, 2012 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
MB Financial will help you recycle paper and electronics.
Adult Book Discussion at Sulzer Library
Adult Book Discussion at Sulzer Library
May 15, 2012 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
AdultBook Discussion Asian-PacificAmerican Heritage Month The White Tiger by Aravind Adiga In celebration of Asian-Pacific American Heritage Month in May, the Conrad Sulzer Regional Branch is having a special book discussion of Aravind…
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Adult Book Discussion at Sulzer Library
Adult Book Discussion at Sulzer Library
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
May 16, 2012 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Volunteer Needs We are looking for additional assistance on Wednesday mornings from 11am to 1pm to help in final prep work for our afternoon distribution session. We are also looking for interested…
47th Ward Council Open Meeting
47th Ward Council Open Meeting
May 16, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
The 47th Ward Council invites all residents to come and participate in a meeting and meet current members.
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47th Ward Council Open Meeting
47th Ward Council Open Meeting
47th Ward Council Open Meeting
47th Ward Council Open Meeting
33d Ward Advisory Council
33d Ward Advisory Council
May 17, 2012 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Representatives on this council include every block club, community group and community based organization within the 33rd Ward. The purpose of this meeting is to get updates on legislation affecting…
Origami at Sulzer Library
Origami at Sulzer Library
May 17, 2012 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Origami with Naomi Negi At this origami workshop for beginners, we’ll fold together and make a few things to take home. Create origami for fun and learn origami for a practical…
Lane Tech LSC
Lane Tech LSC
May 17, 2012 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Lane Tech Local School Council
Hamilton LSC
Hamilton LSC
May 17, 2012 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Hamilton LSC
Hamilton LSC
Hamilton LSC
Hamilton LSC
Garden Cleanup
Garden Cleanup
May 19, 2012 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Manor Garden Club Plant Sale
Manor Garden Club Plant Sale
May 19, 2012 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Place is in front of Luther Memorial Church, 2500 W.Wilson, at Campbell. We will have container workshops during the sale this year, with a limited number of pots and soil…
Globalfest at St. Matthias
Globalfest at St. Matthias
May 19, 2012 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Next up: If you lived in this country, you would celebrate the “name day” of the saint that bears your name rather than your birthday. Philippines, Nigeria, Germany, Ireland, Greece,…
Boy Scout Dinner Troupe 894
Boy Scout Dinner Troupe 894
May 19, 2012 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Mastaccioli Dinner with Boy Scout Troupe 894.
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Boy Scout Dinner Troupe 894
Boy Scout Dinner Troupe 894
Boy Scout Dinner Troupe 894
Boy Scout Dinner Troupe 894
NATO SUMMIT
NATO SUMMIT
May 20, 2012 8:00 am – May 21, 2012 11:00 pm
Leaders from around the world will be converging on Chicago in a couple weeks for an important diplomatic summit hosted by President Barack Obama. As the North Atlantic Treaty Organization…
Ravenswood Manor Garage Sale
Ravenswood Manor Garage Sale
May 20, 2012 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A Local Classic!  Montrose Ave to Lawrence Ave, Sacramento to the Chicago River, all streets and alleys between. Wear comfortable shoes, sunscreen and a hat, traditionally it is a beautiful…
Wine Walk
Wine Walk
May 20, 2012 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Presented by the Andersonville Development Corporation and co-sponsored by In Fine Spirits, the annual Wine Walk is one big wine tasting throughout the neighborhood. Please your palette with over 60…
Amundsen High School Reunion
Amundsen High School Reunion
May 20, 2012 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Amundsen has a High School reunion scheduled for Saturday May 20, 2012.  We will add more details as we receive them.
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Amundsen High School Reunion
Amundsen High School Reunion
Amundsen High School Reunion
Amundsen High School Reunion
NATO SUMMIT
NATO SUMMIT
May 20, 2012 8:00 am – May 21, 2012 11:00 pm
Leaders from around the world will be converging on Chicago in a couple weeks for an important diplomatic summit hosted by President Barack Obama. As the North Atlantic Treaty Organization…
Lake View LSC
Lake View LSC
May 21, 2012 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Lake View High School Local School Council
Audubon LSC
Audubon LSC
May 21, 2012 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Lincoln Square North Neighbors, Next Meeting
Lincoln Square North Neighbors, Next Meeting
May 21, 2012 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The Lincoln Square North Neighbors organization will be holding its monthly meeting on Monday, May 21st, 2012 at Matty K’s.  Our area encompasses everything between Lawrence and Foster, Western and…
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Lincoln Square North Neighbors, Next Meeting
Game Night at Sulzer Library
Game Night at Sulzer Library
May 22, 2012 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Game Night Join us at Sulzer Library for an exhilarating evening of board and card games. Meet new friends, challenge yourself mentally and have a good time. Come on your own…
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Game Night at Sulzer Library
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
May 23, 2012 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Volunteer Needs We are looking for additional assistance on Wednesday mornings from 11am to 1pm to help in final prep work for our afternoon distribution session. We are also looking for interested…
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Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
Book Drop Off Deadline
Book Drop Off Deadline
May 25, 2012 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Final Drop off for gently used books to Chappell School. Letter Requesting Book Donations
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Book Drop Off Deadline
Book Drop Off Deadline
Book Drop Off Deadline
Cemetery Walking Tours
Cemetery Walking Tours
May 26, 2012 10:00 am - 11:00 pm
Rosehill Cemetery & Mausoleum, 5800 N. Ravenswood Avenue, will again be offering their bimonthly walking tours of the historic cemetery on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month. This…
The Blues at Conrad Sulzer Library
The Blues at Conrad Sulzer Library
May 26, 2012 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Summer is coming and Chicago residents are about to get the blues. In this case, the blues will actually be a treat when the Chicago Public Library (CPL) joins the…
City Life Supplement
City Life Supplement
May 26, 2012 8:30 pm
What is City Life Supplement? We’re glad you asked – that’s an excellent question. Basically The City Life Supplement is a live performance and a podcast.  We like to think of…
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City Life Supplement
Blaine LSC
Blaine LSC
May 29, 2012 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm
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Blaine LSC
Blaine LSC
Blaine LSC
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
Common Pantry Needs Volunteers
May 30, 2012 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Volunteer Needs We are looking for additional assistance on Wednesday mornings from 11am to 1pm to help in final prep work for our afternoon distribution session. We are also looking for interested…
Ebooks at The Sulzer Library
Ebooks at The Sulzer Library
May 30, 2012 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
eBooks at the Library Would you like to know how you can download eBooks for free through the library? Then you’ll want to come to this presentation, where a librarian will…
Self Hypnosis at Sulzer Library
Self Hypnosis at Sulzer Library
May 30, 2012 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Self Hypnosis Your innate skills can transform your life! Through hypnosis, you can access your subconscious mind, clear out old information and use suggestion to help you achieve your goals. Join…
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Self Hypnosis at Sulzer Library
Self Hypnosis at Sulzer Library
Maifest
Maifest
May 31, 2012 11:00 am – June 3, 2012 9:30 pm
Great Books Club at Sulzer Library
Great Books Club at Sulzer Library
May 31, 2012 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
GreatBooks Club Thu., May3 at 7:00 p.m. Being and Nothingness by Jean-Paul Sartre Thu., May17 at 7:00 p.m. The Moral Animal by Robert Wright Human Nature and Conduct by John Dewey Come join us as we…
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