News tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2008-12-10://3 2010-01-15T16:15:55Z Movable Type Pro 4.21-en CTA Service Changes Take Effect Feb. 7, 2010 tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2010://3.873 2010-01-15T16:09:47Z 2010-01-15T16:15:55Z Bus and rail service changes will take effect on February 7, 2010. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com Bus and rail service changes will take effect on February 7, 2010.  For a complete list of changes to bus and rail service, including all proposed cuts, please read the CTA's fact sheet here (pdf).

For more information on the proposed changes, please visit the CTA online.

]]> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Statement: Lincoln Park Hospital Redevelopment tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2010://3.872 2010-01-15T16:05:13Z 2010-01-15T16:07:35Z After Lincoln Park Hospital closed their doors in 2008 the site has been an abandoned eyesore in the community. With land in the Lincoln Park neighborhood being both sparse and valuable, the future of the site has been the subject of community input, and in many cases, outcry. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is carefully following the draft redevelopment plans, community reaction and business impact of the proposal. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com For Immediate Release

Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce Statement: Lincoln Park Hospital Redevelopment
Site Provides Opportunity for Economic Development

CHICAGO (January 13, 2010) – After Lincoln Park Hospital closed their doors in 2008 the site has been an abandoned eyesore in the community.  With land in the Lincoln Park neighborhood being both sparse and valuable, the future of the site has been the subject of community input, and in many cases, outcry.  The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is carefully following the draft redevelopment plans, community reaction and business impact of the proposal.

“The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce supports a redevelopment plan that considers adaptive reuse, stimulates job growth and economic development, and provides retail and office space – in addition to senior and condominium housing – offered at a responsible size and price,” said Kim Schilf, LPCC President and CEO.  “The LPCC welcomes and encourages community input from businesses and residents alike to ensure the easiest transition for the new development – whatever the final product may look like.

“Lincoln is one of the neighborhood’s key commercial corridors, offering boutiques, restaurants and more to residents, visitors and employees of local establishments,” Schilf said.  “While the global economic landscape has been difficult on many businesses in the immediate area surrounding the Lincoln Park Hospital site, it is the belief of the LPCC that the right project will spur further spending and economic development in the community.”

According to the developers’ presentation, the proposal as it stands now calls for five key components, include: a maximum of 40 condos on the site of the Grant Street Building; 170 units of senior housing; high-end residential condominiums; underground and garage parking; retail and office space; and two single-family homes

“Not only will a redevelopment project lead to increased jobs in the construction field, but the retail, office and senior housing components will require hundreds of jobs to meet the proposed need,” Schilf continued.  “The resulting job creation will have a spill-over effect at local shops and restaurants desperate for a new customer base.  The LPCC will continue to work to provide sustainable vitality to the businesses and residents who call Lincoln Park home.”

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]]> LPCC Joins Community Businesses to Welcome Experience Chiropractic to Lincoln Park tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2010://3.866 2010-01-12T20:33:50Z 2010-01-12T17:16:43Z It takes more than just a philosophy and technique to maximize your family’s potential and to meet the goals of getting in shape, eating better or living a more healthy life that so many individuals announce as New Year’s resolutions. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com For Immediate Release

LPCC Joins Community Businesses to Welcome Experience Chiropractic to Lincoln Park
Wellness Center Offers Programming to “Maximize Your Life”

CHICAGO (January 12, 2010) – It takes more than just a philosophy and technique to maximize your family’s potential and to meet the goals of getting in shape, eating better or living a more healthy life that so many individuals announce as New Year’s resolutions.  A comprehensive wellness center with a dedication to overall health and comfort throughout life is necessary to achieve those goals.  At Experience Chiropractic’s new location in Lincoln Park, patients come in all shapes, sizes and most importantly, ages.

Located at 1731 N. Fremont, Suite 3, Experience Chiropractic offers a complete practice that fully engages the client.  On Tuesday, January 12, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) joined community members, local businesses and staff from the new wellness center to officially welcome Experience Chiropractic to Lincoln Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“We are thrilled to be a part of a business community with a reputation as strong as Lincoln Park and to help its residents meet their goals for the New Year,” said Brooks Washburn, Wellness Director of Experience Chiropractic.  “At Experience Chiropractic we offer a range of services for adults and children from your neck to your feet.  Whether its muscle aches, back pain, overall nutritional wellness or emotional well-being, Experience Chiropractic can adapt our services to meet you needs.”

Dr. David Warman, who brings more than a decade of experience in the field to Lincoln Park, is the lead chiropractor at Experience Chiropractic and licensed by the State of Illinois.  Experience Chiropractic’s mission is to educate, empower, and adjust as many families as possible to achieve maximum living through Chiropractic Corrective Care, along with lifestyle changes and personal fitness.  Patients seeking chiropractic treatment at Experience Chiropractic can be assured that the most modern, up-to-date techniques are being used to facilitate their overall health to create and maintain wellness for maximized living.

In addition to chiropractic services, Experience Chiropractic also offers nutrition counseling, supplementation and a “creating wellness corporate wellness” program. Some of the conditions Experience Chiropractic handles through chiropractic medicine include: Addiction; allergies; anxiety; back, spine and disc problems; depression, sleep disorders, stress and emotional well-being; diet and nutrition; injury; and pregnancy.

“The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Experience Chiropractic to our neighborhood and business community,” said Kim Schilf, President and CEO of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce.  “Experience Chiropractic will further enhance the reputation of our neighborhood for offering quality, unique shops, restaurants and cultural and educational facilities.”

Experience Chiropractic is open from 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and offers a complete family approach to their practice with services for individuals of all ages.  Most insurance plans are accepted.  For more information please call (773) 698-8736 or visit them online at www.experiencechiropractic.net.

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]]> FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Joins Mayor Daley at Grand Opening of Fullerton "L" tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2010://3.867 2010-01-11T14:59:01Z 2010-02-02T16:52:06Z The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) joined Alderman Tom Tunney, Alderman Vi Daley, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) representatives and Mayor Richard M. Daley Saturday to officially open the Fullerton “L” station in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LPCC Joins Mayor Daley at Grand Opening of Fullerton “L”
Event Marks Significant Progress in Brown Line Reconstruction Project

CHICAGO (January 9, 2010) – The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) joined Alderman Tom Tunney, Alderman Vi Daley, Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) representatives and Mayor Richard M. Daley Saturday to officially open the Fullerton “L” station in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood.  Located near local businesses, restaurants and DePaul University, along a key commercial and residential corridor, the Fullerton “L” was officially opened after more than three years of renovations as part of the Brown Line Capacity Expansion Project.  The station never closed permanently, however.

Servicing the Brown, Purple and Red Lines of the CTA, the Fullerton “L” station services the Loop, Chicago’s neighbors in Evanston and hundreds of thousands of commuters each business day.

“I would like to start by thanking Mayor Richard M. Daley, Alderman Tom Tunney, Alderman Vi Daley and the Chicago Transit Authority for their dedication to affordable transit solutions, alternative transportation opportunities and their inclusive vision throughout the Brown Line Capacity Expansion Project,” Kim Schilf, LPCC President and CEO, said at the event.  “These are three key elements to the success of businesses in Lincoln Park and throughout our City of neighborhoods.

“The Fullerton ‘L’ station is located just a handful of stops from the Loop, Michigan Avenue and their many hotels,” Schilf said.  “This station provides access to the Lincoln Park Zoo, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, Lincoln Park Conservatory, locally-owned businesses and some of Chicago’s best restaurants.”

The LPCC contends that public transportation access is a key element of a comprehensive traffic management and visitor attraction campaign.  Maintaining safe, quality stations provides visitors from other neighborhoods a positive first impression when exiting trains and entering a new neighborhood, Schilf said.

“The Lincoln Park business community represents the strength of Chicago’s neighborhoods,” she continued.  “With local shops, boutique and restaurants sharing commercial stretches with national chains and anchor institutions like DePaul University and Steppenwolf Theatre Company, Lincoln Park businesses contribute to a strong reputation.”

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Mayor Daley and Schilf at Fullerton Ribbon Cutting]]> Parking Meter Rates Increase Jan. 1, 2010 tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.862 2009-12-30T17:21:27Z 2009-12-30T17:30:26Z Starting January 1, 2010, it will cost you a little more to park in Lincoln Park - and throughout Chicago. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com Starting January 1, 2010, it will cost you a little more to park in Lincoln Park - and throughout Chicago.  Chicago Parking Meters reports that the cost of hourly parking in Lincoln Park will now be $1.25, up a quarter from $1.00.  Rates in the Loop and closer to the Central Business District will be a little harder to swallow for consumers and residents - there, costs are increasing to $4.25 and $2.50 an hour, respectively.

Costs for parking first increased in 2009 after the city's now infamous parking meter lease.  Only a small portion of the approximately $1.15 billion collected as part of the lease remains after budget constraints in 2009 and 2010 left the City of Chicago desperate for cash.

]]> Community Alert - Armed Robbery tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.856 2009-12-15T21:54:38Z 2009-12-15T22:53:41Z The 18th District Police Department has sent out an alert regarding an armed robbery this past Sunday, December 13, 2009 at approximately 11:15PM. There are two reports of similar incidents. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com A safety alert from Alderman Vi Daley...

The 18th District Police Department has sent out an alert regarding an armed robbery this past Sunday, December 13, 2009 at approximately 11:15PM.  There are two reports of similar incidents. 

A resident was approached on the 800 block of West Dickens by a man with a blue steel semi-automatic handgun who demanded the victim turn over his money.  After giving the offender his wallet, the offender ran west bound on Dickens.  The victim remembers seeing a black or blue conversion type van (late 90's or early 00's, with running boards, tinted windows, shades closed and elongated brake lights in the back) cruising the neighborhood. 

The offender was described as a male black, 25-35 years of age, 6'01", 190 lbs., wearing a hooded jacket with fur, possibly grey in color.  

The police do not know if there is a connection between the vehicle and the robbery at this time.  However, a similar incident took place less than hour prior to this one on the 2000 block of North Lincoln Avenue.  A third robbery is being investigated outside of the 43rd Ward and outside of the 18th District but in the adjacent 19th District, I do not yet have any solid information but understand that there were similar circumstances.

As always, be aware of your surroundings.  If you see any suspicious vehicles or persons, please call 9-1-1.

]]> ACCION Chicago Offers Loans for Small Businesses tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.852 2009-12-14T15:43:23Z 2009-12-14T15:48:31Z On December 8th, Mayor Daley announced that ACCION Chicago is the first organization to receive funding through the City of Chicago's Small Business Development Fund Program. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com On December 8th, Mayor Daley announced that ACCION Chicago is the first organization to receive funding through the City of Chicago's Small Business Development Fund Program.  ACCION Chicago will use this grant to fund small business loan requests over $10,000.  Already three businesses have benefited from this initiative, and we look forward to working with many more.

For more information on accessing this funding made possible by the City of Chicago through ACCION Chicago, please visit them online here.

]]> Sidewalk Snow Removal Encouragement Campaign Begins tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.844 2009-12-01T21:12:55Z 2009-12-01T21:16:26Z CDOT and the Mayor’s Pedestrian Advisory Council (MPAC) have begun efforts to encourage sidewalk snow removal by businesses and residents. CDOT has created informational door hangers to increase awareness and encouragement, and launched a program to recognize businesses for their snow-removal efforts. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com CDOT and the Mayor’s Pedestrian Advisory Council (MPAC) have begun efforts to encourage sidewalk snow removal by businesses and residents. CDOT has created informational door hangers to increase awareness and encouragement, and launched a program to recognize businesses for their snow-removal efforts.

The Sidewalk Snow Clearance campaign recognizes businesses that do an outstanding job of clearing snow and ice from nearby sidewalks. Residents can nominate businesses for their snow-removal efforts by clicking on the link below. Nominated businesses will receive a thank-you letter and a certificate.

Citizens can report addresses where sidewalks are unshoveled to 311.

To nominate a business for exceptional snow removal efforts, please click here.

Remember: Failure to properly shovel your sidewalk can result in fines and unhappy customers.

]]> Winter Overnight Parking Ban in effect Dec. 1 tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.841 2009-11-23T15:45:04Z 2009-11-23T15:54:28Z Monday, December 1, 2009, at 3:00 a.m., marks the seasonal reactivation of the Winter Overnight Parking Ban for a number of Chicago's most critical arterial streets. In other words, if you go to sleep on Sunday evening the ban will be in effect by the time you wake up on Monday morning. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com Coming Dec. 1: Winter Overnight Parking Ban Returns for Key Arterial Streets + Be Alert to Other Snow Parking Regulations

Please Watch For & Obey Posted Winter Restrictions

Monday, December 1, 2009, at 3:00 a.m., marks the seasonal reactivation of the Winter Overnight Parking Ban for a number of Chicago's most critical arterial streets. In other words, if you go to sleep on Sunday evening the ban will be in effect by the time you wake up on Monday morning.

Motorists should also pay attention to the 2-inch snow restrictions that are technically in effect all year round but realistically are only a factor during the winter months.

The Winter overnight parking ban resumes for approximately 107 miles of city streets from 3 a.m. to 7 a.m. between December 1st and April 1st - REGARDLESS OF SNOW!

Enforcement begins Monday, December 1 at 3:00 a.m.

Signs for this seasonal restriction are permanently posted. Ignoring them can cost the violator a $150 towing fee (minimum), a $50 ticket and a daily storage fee of $10 that will increase over time.  If you regularly park on one of these designated streets during non-winter months, it's a good idea to secure a safe and legal parking spot until the restrictions expire on April 1st.

]]> Clark Street SSA Halloween Spooktacular Recap tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.833 2009-11-09T22:56:22Z 2009-11-10T16:21:56Z Hundreds of children participated in the Clark Street Spooktacular on Saturday, October 31 between 1:00 p.m. and 4 p.m. Guests started out at “Halloween Headquarters” where they were invited to design their own trick-or-treat bag, craft their own jack-o-lantern and participate in some festive games before trick-or-treating through the neighborhood. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com Hundreds of children participated in the Clark Street Spooktacular on Saturday, October 31 between 1:00 p.m. and 4 p.m. Guests started out at “Halloween Headquarters” where they were invited to design their own trick-or-treat bag, craft their own jack-o-lantern and participate in some festive games before trick-or-treating through the neighborhood.

The Hoyle Brothers played a free concert all afternoon and then helped orchestrate the Costume Contest at 3:30 p.m. in the plaza at 444 W. Fullerton. Special thanks to our costume judges Pat Dearing of the Park West Community Association and Jim Kroeger of Lincoln Park Fitness.

Also included in the celebration was the first annual “Scarecrows on Clark” competition, in which 23 Clark Street merchants displayed a unique scarecrow in their store to be voted on by the public.  

The winners are:
•    First Place - “Bride of Frankenstein,” Elizabeth Grace, 2438 N. Clark
•    Second Place – “Pumkina Scarsky Midnight Shift Barista,” Couture Crepe Café, 2568 N. Clark
•    Third Place – “Monsieur L’Epouvantail,” Avoir De L’Imagination Art Studio, 2301 N. Clark

Photos of the event are available here:

Congratulations to all our winners!

Thank you to our event sponsors:
•    7-Eleven (2619 & 2264 N. Clark)
•    Argo Tea Café
•    Austrian Bakery & Delicatessen
•    Bank Financial
•    Christian Science Reading Room
•    Deli Boutique
•    Dunlays on Clark
•    For Eyes Optical
•    Frankie’s on the Park
•    Health Emporium
•    Huntington Learning Center
•    Jump Ahead Academy
•    Lincoln Park Market
•    The Body Shop
•    The Galway Arms

A very special thanks to the Park West Community Association and the Mid-North Association for helping out in Halloween Headquarters for the day.

For more information on the Clark Street SSA, please visit them online at www.clarkstreetssa.org.

]]> New 872 Area Code Approved for 312, 773 Areas tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.828 2009-11-05T20:59:24Z 2009-11-06T21:08:50Z Due to the increased demand for telephone numbers, the Illinois Commerce Commission approved the addition of a new area code, 872, for the same geographic region as teh 312 and 773 area codes. Everyone should now begin dialing all local calls using 1 + Area Code +7-Digit Telephone Number. Effective Saturday, November 7, 2009, all calls must be dialed using this new dialing procedure. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com Due to the increased demand for telephone numbers, the Illinois Commerce Commission approved the addition of a new area code, 872, for the same geographic region as teh 312 and 773 area codes.  Everyone should now begin dialing all local calls using 1 + Area Code + 7-Digit Telephone Number.  Effective Saturday, November 7, 2009, all calls must be dialed using this new dialing procedure.

Other Potential Changes:

  • In addition, preprogrammed 7-digit telephone numbers for all local telephone calls will need to be updated
  • Check your website, business stationery, advertising materials, personal checks, contact information, and ID tags to ensure the 1+ area code is included.
  • Security systems, autodialing machines, speed dialers, call forwarding settings, voicemail services and similar functions may need to be updated as well.

Questions?
If you have any questions regarding this change, please call Comcast at (866) 594-1234.

]]> CTA 2010 Budget Update tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.811 2009-10-28T18:55:54Z 2009-11-04T16:47:06Z In what is already being dupped this years "doomsday", the Chicago Transit Authority released their proposed budget for 2010 on Saturday, October 10, 2009. Presently, the CTA is operating at $300 million budget gap. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com News and Notes:

In what is already being dupped this years "doomsday", the Chicago Transit Authority released their proposed budget for 2010 on Saturday, October 10, 2009.  Presently, the CTA is operating at $300 million budget gap.  Mayor Richard M. Daley has already called the proposed budget for 2010 "very ugly" and the changes ahead are certain to affect everyone.

The CTA has noted three key areas that have contributed to their shortfall:

  • A decline in funding from tax revenue
  • Union contracts
  • Pension obligations

To combat this problem, organization president Rich Rodriquez introduced a series of fare increases and service cuts to help balance the budget.  Below is a list of proposed changes to help balance the budget.

  • Increasing the cost of single-ride rail and many express bus tickets to $3.00
  • Increasing fares on standard bus routes to $2.50
  • Increasing the cost of a monthly pass to $110
  • Bus service is to be reduced by 18%
  • Rail service is to be reduced by 9%
  • 287 outdated buses will be retired
  • The Archer Garage will be closed
  • Staff will be subjected to mandatory furlough days
  • Capital Funds will be transferred to the operating budget

Guide to Proposed 2010 Fares:

CTA 2010 proposed fare structure.JPG

Updated Service Cuts and Details:

2010 Proposed Service Details
2010 Proposed Reductions
Complete Budget Details

These changes are scheduled to go into effect on February 7, 2010.  Continue to check the LPCC's website for more information.

]]> Report Summarizes Children's Memorial Hospital Meetings tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.814 2009-10-16T16:16:41Z 2009-10-16T16:28:12Z The Children’s Memorial Hospital Site Re-Use Feasibility Study Handbook is complete. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com The Children’s Memorial Hospital Site Re-Use Feasibility Study Handbook is complete.  Alderman Daley's partners at HOK have compiled the information from several community meetings into a single handbook.  Bound copies will be available for reference at the following locations before the end of the month:  Lincoln Park Public Library, Near North Public Library, DePaul University Library and the Chicago History Museum Library.  The digital version is currently available here.

]]> LPCC Gold Sponsor Spotlight: Diamond Bank tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.806 2009-10-12T15:26:01Z 2009-10-12T15:29:14Z Check out the new, exciting Client Spotlight feature recently launched on Diamond Bank’s website at www.dbdiamond.com! Each month, they will highlight one of their valued customers in an effort to encourage continued success and share their stories. The spotlight appears on the bank’s homepage and links to a full feature story as well as the client’s website. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com Check out the new, exciting Client Spotlight feature recently launched on Diamond Bank’s website at www.dbdiamond.com!  Each month, they will highlight one of their valued customers in an effort to encourage continued success and share their stories.  The spotlight appears on the bank’s homepage and links to a full feature story as well as the client’s website.

Fashion Designer, Maria Pinto, is the first to be featured.  Ms. Pinto designs luxurious women’s clothing and accessories and opened the doors to her Chicago boutique in August of 2008.  Whether her clients are high profile figures, celebrities or First Lady, Michelle Obama, they all come back to Maria Pinto for her tailored silhouettes that are made to fit a variety of lifestyles.

Ms. Pinto says that she chose Diamond Bank as the bank for her growing business because of their dedication to creating a relationship.

“It goes back to the word community.  We are a small company, we’re a team, and I think by working with a community bank you kind of create the extension of that team.  So there are core people there that I contact and I know the job gets done.”   - Maria Pinto

Check back on the website at www.dbdiamond.com each month to see which client is featured next! 

]]> LPCC Welcomes Creme de la Creme to Lincoln Park tag:www.lincolnparkchamber.com,2009://3.789 2009-09-17T08:07:19Z 2009-09-17T08:12:59Z It takes more than just a philosophy to maximize your child’s potential to learn and develop. An enriching atmosphere, educationally-engineered facility and passion for helping young minds grow are all crucial aspects of the educational process. At Crème de la Crème’s new early learning center in Lincoln Park, students from infancy to age five will receive a fun-filled learning experience. LPCC http://www.lincolnparkchamber.com For Immediate Release

LPCC Joins Community Businesses to Welcome Crème de la Crème to Lincoln Park
Facility Offers Unique Educational Opportunities for Children

CHICAGO (September 17, 2009) – It takes more than just a philosophy to maximize your child’s potential to learn and develop.  An enriching atmosphere, educationally-engineered facility and passion for helping young minds grow are all crucial aspects of the educational process.  At Crème de la Crème’s new early learning center in Lincoln Park, students from infancy to age five will receive a fun-filled learning experience.

Located at 2230 N. Dominick, Crème de la Crème offers an experience that fully engages the child across intellectual, emotional, physical and social levels of development.  On Thursday, September 17, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) joined community members, local businesses and staff from the new facility to officially welcome Crème de la Crème to Lincoln Park with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

“We are honored to be a part of the vibrant Lincoln Park business community,” said Marci Jo Engler, Executive Director of Crème de la Crème Lincoln Park.  “At Crème we are committed to fostering the young minds that will lead us into the future and look forward to doing so for many years in our newest location.”

At Crème de la Crème, children are first taught the basics – including math, science, social studies and language arts.  From there, the curriculum is expanded to offer students a rotation-based curriculum with enrichment classrooms and teachers who specialize in music, art, computers, creative movement and second language. The first Crème de la Crème early learning center was established in 1982. Since then, schools have opened in Colorado, Georgia, Kansas, Illinois, Texas, Ohio, New Jersey and Virginia. 

“The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome Crème de la Crème to our neighborhood and business community,” said Kim Schilf, President and CEO of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce.  “Crème de la Crème will further enhance the reputation of our neighborhood for offering quality, unique shops, restaurants and cultural and educational facilities.”

Crème de la Crème, Inc. is a privately held corporation, headquartered in Colorado. The company owns and operates all of its centers and does not franchise. Presently Crème de la Crème has the capacity to serve over 6,000 children with the help of nearly 1,000 employees nationwide.

“Along with the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce, I welcome Crème de la Crème to the vibrant Lincoln Park neighborhood,” said 32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack.  “Education is the cornerstone of our society and I am excited to see this new institution support the growth of young minds of the many flourishing families in our community.”

Crème de la Crème is open from 6:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. each weekday and offers full-time and part-time programs to give parents flexibility while providing infants, toddlers, preschoolers, kindergartners and after-schoolers a strong learning foundation.  For more information please call (773) 598-5462 or visit them online at www.cremedelacreme.com.
 

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