Member News
August 27, 2010 :: Member
Two LPCC Members Featured in TimeOut Chicago
In the August 19-25 edition of TimeOut Chicago, two active members of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce were featured.
August 24, 2010 :: Member
Lecture and Walking Tour - Hidden Truths: The Chicago City Cemetery and Lincoln Park
Did you know that Lincoln Park was known as Chicago Cemetery, subsequently City Cemetery and then the Old Cemetery before it became Lincoln Park?
August 19, 2010 :: Member
Good News from the Small Business Front
Despite continued reports of slow small business recovery, north side tech company, Switchfast, has recently hired its 52nd employee, a mark that is up from 35 employees just 12 months ago.
August 18, 2010 :: Member
Award-winning Chicago artist teaches painting classes at Nature Museum
Award-winning Chicago artist Hector Duarte will inspire young artists to connect with nature through art via a series of free Saturday painting workshops at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum.
August 16, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: LPCC Member Takes Full Advantage of Membership
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) member Justin Clifford of Switchfast Technologies recently shared several of the powerful and meaningful connections he has formed during the past few months while being an active LPCC member.
August 16, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Offers Special on Award-Winning Product
LPCC member and home design experts Vesta (1357 W. Concord), is offering a special on the purchase an award-winning grill.
August 11, 2010 :: Member
You Eat, You Win!
LPCC member California Pizza Kitchen is excited to announce a new loyalty program.
August 9, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: Tradeshow Combines Several Member Businesses
The annual tradeshow and reception organized by Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce member Francine Marketing, an Innerworkings Corporation will feature several LPCC members in various levels of participation.
August 9, 2010 :: Member
Local Business Celebrates Seventh Birthday
Congratulations are in order for a member celebrating their seventh birthday this month.
August 5, 2010 :: Member
Grossinger Fleet Accomodation Program
There must be a reason why that for over 80 years Chicagoland has come to trust the Grossinger Auto Group for their vehicle needs.
August 5, 2010 :: Member
"Sunrise Under the Union Bridge" Chosen for an Award
LPCC member Nancie King Mertz just competed along with 57 artists for awards in the leading plein air painting competition on the East Coast.
August 5, 2010 :: Member
Run For Their Lives Event
Support PAWS Chicago’s mission to build a No Kill city by running or walking for homeless animals. Bring the whole family to partichiipate in the child and pet-friendly walk, or compete against the clock in the 8K Run.
August 3, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured on National Television
Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company was featured on TLC’s new show BEST FOOD EVER on July 31st.
July 29, 2010 :: Member
Geja's Celebrates 45 Years in Lincoln Park
Congratulations are in order for Geja's Cafe, perennial candidate for "Most Romantic Restaurant" in Chicago, as they celebrate their 45th year in Lincoln Park.
July 28, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: LPCC Member Triple Play
LPCC member Rickey Gold has hired Lina Tuv of Talina Design for a project she's doing for the Coleman Entrepreneurship Center.It's a LPCC member triple play! Congrats on the connection!
LPCC Member Features Lincoln Park, Provides Discount to Members
Promote yourself to these travelers and residents interested in holiday shopping and entertainment in the Fall/Holiday issue Lincoln Park section. Positioned in the front of the issue, the LPCC supplied feature will be followed by a Lincoln Park advertising section.
July 19, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: LPCC Event Leads to Partnership
LPCC members Harry Massel from Prudential Rubloff Properties and Chris Ramsey of Lincoln Park Massage Spa will be partnering in July for an upcoming open house for realtors.
July 14, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: Member Provides Pet Services
After reading about the ribbon-cutting ceremony the LPCC helped organize to welcome Furtastik in the E-Newsletter, a fellow member immediately booked their services.
July 13, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: Members Partner for Networking Cruise
The LPCC is thrilled to see three members working together yet again for a memorable night on Lake Michigan!
July 12, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: LPCC Member Works Out at Local Gym
One LPCC member partners with another, not for business but for personal well-being.
July 12, 2010 :: Member
Pizza with a Purpose!
LPCC member California Pizza Kitchen is excited to announce a new program that will benefit businesses and local organizations alike.
July 8, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in TimeOut Chicago
LPCC member Erie-LaSalle Body Shop was featured in July 8, 2010 edition of TimeOut Chicago in the "That Retro Glow" story on vintage neon signs in Chicago.
July 1, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in TimeOut Chicago
LPCC member Kim and Scott's Gourmet Pretzel's Cafe Twist was featured in the June 30, 2010 edition of TimeOut Chicago.
June 29, 2010 :: Member
Lincoln Park Market Helps Victims in Haiti
How we got involved in Haiti by Bruce Longanecker Sr. and Jr. -Lincoln Park Market
June 29, 2010 :: Member
Nature Museum Offers Events and Programs Throughout 2010
Located at 2430 North Cannon Drive in Chicago’s Lincoln Park, the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day; weekends from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
June 25, 2010 :: Member
Lincoln Park Zoo Completes Nature Boardwalk
On Thursday, June 24, 2010 the Lincoln Park Zoo officially opened its new Nature Boardwalk - a creative and educational new feature at the famous South Pond.
June 22, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Celebrates 7th Birthday
Argo Tea-Armitage is thrilled to announce their seventh anniversary in the neighborhood and their plan to celebrate with a special event.
June 9, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Midwest Meetings Magazine
Free Spirit Yacht Cruises is featured in an article about hosting meetings on cruise ships in the Summer 2010 issue of Midwest Meetings.
June 9, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Wins Blue Ribbon Award
LPCC Member Whole Foods Market Lincoln Park's facility was presented with a Blue Ribbon Award.
June 9, 2010 :: Member
"Hi, Neighbor!" Show Draws Crowd and Chamber Connections
Annual Summer Launch of new work in the gallery & party in ArtDeTriumph & Artful Framer Studios' courtyard!
June 9, 2010 :: Member
"The Ideas are Just as Fresh as the Ingredients"
LPCC member California Pizza Kitchen is excited to announce new menu items!
June 8, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Offers Printing Discount for Fellow Members
LPCC member Minuteman Press has special pricing to promote for fellow LPCC members.
June 7, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Publishes Autobiography
Michele Williams, of LPCC member Life Story Services, has published her autobiography Happy Girl Michele, tales of a true renaissance woman which features her artwork and her poetry.
June 2, 2010 :: Event, LPCC, Member
Save the Dates: Remaining 2010 LPCC Events
Each year the LPCC hosts approximately 20 networking events including Coffee Connections, Business After Hours, luncheons, the Joint Networking event, New Member Orientations, the Networking Extravaganza and annual Holiday Party. Be sure to check our calendar of events for a complete listing of all LPCC events.
May 26, 2010 :: Member
CPK Catering: The Perfect Party Guest
California Pizza Kitchen offers catering options for summer!
May 12, 2010 :: Member
Summertime Prep: Using the Summer Months to Get Ready for the SAT and ACT
LPCC member Huntington Learning Center encourages students to use their free time this summer to prep for next fall's grueling ACTs and SATs.
May 12, 2010 :: Member
Money Mailer of Chicago Northside Supports Children's Memorial Hospital
This month, Money Mailer of Chicago Northside is providing the local Children’s Miracle Network Hospital, Children’s Memorial Hospital, prime advertising space on the front of its popular direct mail envelope at no charge. This event showcases two LPCC members.
April 28, 2010 :: Member
Connections Corner: Members Offer Ways to Pamper Mom
LPCC members Lincoln Park Massage Spa and Geja's Cafe offered a package deal for moms this Mother's Day.
April 27, 2010 :: Member
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Presents: An Evening with David Sedaris June 8 - 13, 2010
Steppenwolf Theatre Company welcomes back best-selling author and NPR humorist David Sedaris for eight performances only in An Evening with David Sedaris: June 8 - 13, 2010 in Steppenwolf’s Upstairs Theatre, 1650 N. Halsted St. David Sedaris will be reading selections from his soon-to-be-released book Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary, due out in October. The performance will be followed by a Q&A session and book/CD signing with Mr. Sedaris.
April 26, 2010 :: Member
The Monarchs are Coming...
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum is honored to present the U.S. premier of the exhibition, Sanctuary: Flight of the Majestic Monarch.
April 22, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Launches New Website
China Doll Guest House is excited to announce that they have launched a new logo and web site.
April 22, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Joins Art Exhibition
Nancie King Mertz, LPCC member an active community artisan will be taking part in the City of Chicago's Chicago Pastel Painters event kicking off on May 7, 2010
April 14, 2010 :: Member
RSVP Yes to CPK Catering
After expanding their menu earlier this year to include wine and more, LPCC member California Pizza Kitchen is happy to announce they have expanded their menu yet again.
April 13, 2010 :: Member
Goose Island Wins Four Medals at World Beer Cup
Chicago standard and LPCC member for many years, Goose Island Brewing Company was honored with four medals at the annual World Beer Cup.
April 12, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Alumni Publication
LPCC member and University of Michigan graduate Terri Albert - The Chicago Organizer - was recently featured by her alumni magazine.
April 7, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Raises $17,000 for Haitian Relief
On February 26, 2010 Eri-LaSalle Body Shop & Car Care Center celebrated its 75th anniversary with a tremendous gala benefit "A Night in Support of Haiti".
March 30, 2010 :: Member
California Pizza Kitchen Expands Menu
California Pizza Kitchen is excited to offer a special new menu feature.
March 19, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Offers New Reward Program
LPCC member Dominick's Finer Foods is excited to announce a new reward program.
March 15, 2010 :: LPCC, Member
LPCC Communications Director, Member Business Featured in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
LPCC director of marketing and communications Padraic Swanton and Jay Goltz, a local businessman with several LPCC member businesses were featured in an article about Pittsburgh's parking meter debate.
March 15, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Members Featured in Daily Candy Kids
LPCC members I.D. Gym and the Lincoln Park Massage Spa and I.D. Gym were featured in the March 15, 2010 edition of the online publication "Daily Candy Kids."
March 2, 2010 :: Member
New LPCC Member Featured in TimeOut Chicago
Second City Subs, a new LPCC member, was featured in the February 25, 2010 issue of TimeOut Chicago after recently opening their shop near Halsted and Webster.
March 1, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Crain's Chicago Business
John Hall, founder and CEO of LPCC member Goose Island Beer Company was featured as the "Info Junkie" in the February 22, 2010 issue of Crain's Chicago Business.
March 1, 2010 :: Member
Introducing TriView Property, a Full-Service Real Estate Firm that is Currently Hiring!
LPCC member is now hiring! TriView Property is a full-service real estate firm that can handle any residential real estate need. We assist our clients with buying, leasing and selling residential real estate, as well as condo association and property management.
March 1, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Brings Artists Exhibition
Bridgeview Bank is thrilled to announce the Artists Among Us program. Through this program, Bridgeview Bank partners with artists and artisans to showcase and promote their work to the communities the bank serves.
March 1, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Local, National Publications
LPCC member the Lincoln Park Massage Spa was recently honored by a locally-focused website featured in a nationally-recognized media outlet.
March 1, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Honored by River North Association
LPCC member digitalife, LLC was recently honored by the River North Business Assocation.
February 19, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Discusses Product with Monsters and Money in the Morning
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce partner andm ember Opt It, Inc. was interviewed on CBS morning show - ‘Monsters and Money in the Morning’ on February 19, 2010. (Includes video)
February 17, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in TimeOut Chicago
LPCC member Lincoln Park Massage Spa was featured in the January 28, 2010 edition of Time Out Chicago for their work with foot massages.
February 9, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Honored by Industry
Congratulations are in order for an active Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce member and community champion after he was named Chairman of his industry's local assocition.
February 2, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Honored By American Marketing Association
Gene Fisher, Executive Director of the Diversey Harbor Lakeview Association and active LPCC member has been honored for his work in the marketing field by the American Marketing Association.
January 25, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Chicago Tribune
LPCC member Batteries Plus was featured in the January 25, 2010 edition of the Chicago Tribune.
January 14, 2010 :: Member
Gemini Bistro Featured in Chicago Tribune
LPCC member Gemini Bistro was featured in the "Play" section of the January 14, 2010 edition of the Chicago Tribune.
January 11, 2010 :: Member
LPCC Member Wins 2009 Angie's List Award
Dryer Vent Wizard of Northshore Chicago is awarded the coveted 2009 Angie’s List Super Service Award!
December 16, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Partners with Amazon for Added Revenue
LPCC member and neighborhood staple the Lincoln Park Community Shelter has partnered with e-commerce giant Amazon.com to help bolster their revenue.
November 24, 2009 :: Member
InnerWorkings Partners with LPCC Member
InnerWorkings, Inc. (NASDAQ: INWK), a leading global provider of managed print and promotional solutions for corporate clients, announced today that it has partnered with privately-held Francine Marketing, Inc., a leading provider of promotional products and proud LPCC member.
November 17, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Online Publication
LPCC member, Rickey Gold, had her article, How to Get Business Referrals, featured on the Think Like A Consultant website. See if you know the "IT guy" she references. He's an LPCC member as well. Continue reading for the link.
October 29, 2009 :: Member
Lakeside Bank Celebrated Make a Difference Day
In Honor of Make a Difference Day, the largest national day of helping others, Lakeside Bank hosted a special “Women Who Make a Difference” Awards Reception on Wednesday, October 21st, and gathered employee volunteers for a day of service at Reach Out Community Center on Saturday, October 24th.
October 28, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Red Line Painting Featured in Herald News (MA)
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce member Red Line Painting was featured in Massachusetts based paper The Herald News.
October 20, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Competes in 55th Marathon
Jim Kelly, of LPCC member Real Leaders Lead Executive Coaching, ran his 55th marathon on Saturday, October 16 as he took part in the 15th Annual Indianapolis Marathon with his wife.
October 12, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Donates School Supplies
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce member donates more than $500 in school supplies to neighborhood elementary school.
September 28, 2009 :: Member
Steppenwolf Theatre Company Named One of Nation's Top Small Workplaces
Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce member and neighborhood staple Steppenwolf Theatre Company named one of nation's top workplaces.
September 9, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Members Work Together Toward New Website
Terry Sullivan and The Sullivan Firm Ltd. are happy to announce the launch of their new website with help from LPCC member Rickey Gold and Associates.
September 3, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Receives Accolades
Advocate Health Care has been named one of the nation’s top 10 health systems based on clinical performance according to Thomson Reuters, a leading provider of information and solutions to improve the cost and quality of healthcare.
April 28, 2009 :: Member
LPCC Member Featured in Chicago Tribune
Continue reading to find out which LPCC member was featured in the Friday, April 27th edition of the Chicago Tribune.