RVN Announcements: February 6, 2009

The Latest Issue of What's News in Roscoe Village is out!
If you didn't get a hard copy, you can download a pdf copy by clicking here.  We would like to mention that we failed to thank Frankie & Johnnie Andrae from Original Expressions for generously sponsoring Elmo from Sesame Street, who helped lead the Halloween Parade and entertain kids during our Halloween Parade and Party. Thank you Frankie and Johnnie!

FunSeekers Breakfast at Chief O’Neill’s Pub
Join the RVN FunSeekers for a festive breakfast at Chief O’Neill’s Pub and Restaurant,  3471 N. Elston on Saturday, February 21 at 10:30 am. The cost is $5 (plus tax and tip). Breakfast specials include your choice of omelets, French toast, skillets, pancakes, Irish eggs benedict, Irish oatmeal and fruit, sticky buns and fruit. Also available will be $3 champagne beverage specials. RSVP to Peggy Oshefsky by 2/11 at peggyoshefsky@yahoo.com or 773-528-7607.

John's Place Fundraiser for Audubon--Feb 17th-22nd
John’s Place, 2132 W. Roscoe, proudly announces that the week of February 17th is Audubon Week! Dine among your friends from Audubon, Tuesday-Sunday for lunch, dinner or brunch during that week AND raise money for your school--simultaneously. Simply mention the name of your school to your server and John’s Place will take 10% off your check and donate it back to Audubon School. John's Place is a family-friendly neighborhood restaurant serving soothing homestyle cuisine in a warm and inviting atmosphere. John’s Place is open for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch! You can eat, drink and be merry AND help your school reach its fundraising goals! Thank you John's place for this opportunity and also for your support of Audubon through a donation to the Spring Gala Silent Auction Fundraiser.

Audubon School Seeking Donations for Auction Fundraiser
The Audubon Spring Gala Silent Auction Committee is seeking donations for the Spring Gala Silent Auction Fundraiser on Saturday, March 28th. This is the most critical fundraiser of the year, and we need your help. Please email Gala Co-Chair Sara Sladoje at stevesladoje@comcast.net if you would like to donate any item or service, or if you have a suggestion for a donor for us to contact. Friends of Audubon is a not-for-profit 501c3 organization. All donations/gifts made to Friends of Audubon are tax-deductible as allowed by law. For donors to receive full promotional benefits in event materials and publicity, donations should be received by March 1st. Thank you for your generosity.

Here is a list of just some of the possible donatable items:

• Jewelry
• Restaurant Gift Certificates
• Pilates, yoga, massage or salon/spa sessions
• Tickets to sporting events
• Sports memorabilia
• Rounds of golf
• Club memberships
• Theatre tickets (adult and children's)
• Museum passes, especially with behind-the-scenes opportunities
• Electronics/TVs/iPods
• Liquor or Wine Tastings
• Children's party services
• Unique parent-hosted parties, such as wine-tasting, game nights, children's holiday parties, creative art, craft or cooking instruction
• Celebrities (sports or other) for party appearances or signed memorabilia
• American Airlines Miles
• Anything!
  

5th Congressional District Candidate Health Care Forum
Get the facts BEFORE you VOTE!
Hear from the Candidates on the issues that Matter to You!
Attend the 5th Congressional District Candidate Forum.

What: Candidates Debate Health Care
When: President’s Day, Monday Feb. 16th
Where: 2nd Unitarian Church,
656 W. Barry in Chicago, Illinois
Time: 7 pm – 9 pm, Doors open at 6:30 pm
RSVP to 877-926-8300

Fixture's February Stimulus Package!
Doing it's part to stimulate the economy, Fixture, 2108 W. Roscoe St., will be featuring special discounts during the month of February. Click here to download a coupon good for up to $40 off your purchase. Visit www.shopfixture.com for more information.

RVN Announcements: January 22, 2009

Lincoln Belmont Library 10th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, January 24
The community is cordially invited to celebrate the Lincoln Belmont Library’s 10th Anniversary . Festivities begin at noon with a reception with cake, cookies and beverages. Then at 1:00pm, Kidworks Touring Theatre Company will present Peace Tales Around the World, a multicultural journey to Africa, India, China, Mexico and Native America. The entire event wraps up at 3:00pm. RVN is please to announce that we donated the cake (from Roscoe Village’s own Rudy’s Bakery) to show our appreciation of and support for our community Library.

FunSeekers +40 Social Group Announces Several Upcoming Events

• Breakfast at Chief O’Neill’s Pub and Restaurant, 3471 N. Elston on Saturday, February 21 at 10:30 am. $5 (plus tax and tip) breakfast specials with $3 champagne beverage specials. RSVP to Peggy Oshefsky by 2/16 at peggyoshesky@yahoo.com or 773-528-7607.  
• “Pacific Overtures” at Porchlight Music Theatre at Theatre Building Chicago, 1225 W. Belmont, Sunday, Mar. 22 at 2:30 pm.  After the play we will gather for coffee and discussion (optional), location TBD. Nancy McCarty can get group tickets for only $10 (regular price is $35). Watch for sign up details at a later date.
• Sunday Brunch at Turquoise Café at 2147 W. Roscoe St., Sunday, April 19 at 11:00 am in the private party room (lower level). Sit down brunch for just $13.95 plus tax and tip. RSVP to Peggy Oshefsky by 4/14 at peggyoshefsky@yahoo.com or 773-528-7607.

Guest Speaker at Audubon School
Audubon families and friends are invited to a presentation by nationally recognized educational consultant Dr. Marcia McEvoy on the Prevention of Aggression and Violence in Schools, including preventing bullying and teasing. Dr McEvoy worked with Audubon to craft its violence prevention strategy and completed a full day of training for all Audubon staff in August. Dr. McEvoy will speak at 6:30 in the Audubon Community Room on Monday, Jan 26th. Please enter through the Hamilton doors.