Good Evening, Everyone!
Today is the warmest thus far in 2009 here in Chicago - over 85 degrees this afternoon. Hard to believe, the temps barely topped 40 degrees as recently as last Wednesday. This time of year, the weather is always a wild ride here!
Here is our Team Member Cathy Mallers take on Chicago Neighborhood News for this week. Featured Chicago Neighborhoods - Portage Park, Lincoln Park, The Loop, Lincoln Square, and the Chicago Suburb of Oak Park IL.
PORTAGE PARK
In celebration of Earth Day, Portage Park is participating in Citywide Clean and Green Day. This Saturday, April 25th, the Friends of Portage Park are hosting a rummage sale while they beautify the park.
Participants are also encouraged to bring their recycling to the recycling van that will be available. In addition, there will be smart cars there to test drive.
To read more about this wonderful event, click here.
LINCOLN PARK
In an effort to keep the green going, the Lincoln Park Zoo is going to be making eco-changes to the South Pond over the course of the next year.
The plan is to make the pond into an "urban environmental oasis" by the end of 2010. The Chicago Park District will contribute $2.5 million to the $12 million bill. The Lincoln Park Zoo will raise the rest of the funds.
To read more, click here.
THE LOOP
Dr. Brian Cole is the team physician for the Bulls and co-physician for the White Sox. He has been researching transplants that restore cartilage and restore joints, helping patients to for ego surgeries like knee replacement.
Having done over 1100 transplants, Dr. Cole warns that transplant is not the first option available. For those who've had sports related injuries in the joints, utilizing the body's natural healing is always the first choice.
To read more, click here.
LINCOLN SQUARE
The first Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Market Day is coming to Waters School this weekend. In celebration of Earth Day, the school is open from 10 am to 4pm.
In addition to artists and craftsmen, there will also be a bake sale, e-waste drop off and garden clean up. Reusable grocery bags will also be available for purchase.
To read more, click here.
OAK PARK
The Intercultural Montessori Language School is moving its elementary level classes to the West Loop. The goal is for the school to start enrolling the first classes next fall.
Set to be located at 14 S. Racine, the school plans to use Skinner Park for its recreation needs. There will be a total of 14 classrooms built out to meet the demand for elementary education.
To read more, click here.
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Sounds like Chicago had a wonderful celebration of Earth Day...wonderful programs and education for a city that takes pride in its appearance. You did a great job of getting the word out!