Near South Planning Board

Join us for an elegant literary evening celebrating this year’s Harold Washington Literary Award recipient. The Award is given annually to an author or poet who makes creative use of the written word to address issues of contemporary life. This program serves as the kickoff to the Printers Row Lit Fest, an annual event of the Near South Planning Board.

Secure your Spot at the HWLA Dinner on Sept. 5th Download full invitation here! Join us for an elegant literary evening celebrating this year’s Harold Washington Literary Award recipient. The Award is given annually to an author or poet who makes cr

FREE TEEN DRIVER TRAINING – Enroll your teen in a FREE half-day advanced driver training clinic at Guaranteed Rate Field on July 20 or 21 with Ford Driving Skills for Life. This training will help your teen driver improve their driving skills in a controlled, safe envi-ronment with professional instructors. Sign your permitted or licensed teen up at https://drivingskillsforlife.com/training/hands-on-training.
Space is limited. Governors Highway Safety Association South Loop

So nice to see a great gathering of businesses for this afternoon’s “Hospitality Industry Roundtable” co-sponsored by NSPB, Illinois Restaurant Association State Senator Mattie Hunter, State Representative Kim Du Buclet, 51st Street Business, Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity, Cook County Small Business Source, Small Business Advocacy Council, and Cook County Office providing resource information for our small businesses!

At Chicago Women's Park & Garden, 1827 S. Indiana Ave., VanderCook College of Music and Lakeside Bank are hosting a free Concert in the Park on July 17th at 7PM. Enjoy live music and family-friendly ambiance!

14 Parish has an exquisite seasonal offering: Havana Nights, beginning June 30th, 6pm to 9pm. To RSVP to this experience, click here: https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=1044427&restref=1044427&experienceId=313465&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

Registration open for NSPB Near South Happy Hour at Sociale Chicago on June 13th. Network after hours and enjoy a signature coctail included with ticket. Register now at www.theNSPB.org/our-events/network-after-hours/

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The Membership Committee is working hard to bring our members and community some exciting events! AMLI 900

Tapas Valencia in the South Loop has some amazing deals happening! From Easter Holiday Brunch to Happy Hour $3 tapas to Friday night live music performances, it's a good time for everyone.

Come to 1530 S. State St. or visit www.tapasvalencia.com for more info.

Last Tuesday's NSPB Quarterly Luncheon & Program "Welcoming the DNC" was a success! Thank you to Christy George, Executive Director for the Democratic National Convention in Chicago.

Don't miss out! The DNC expects big opportunities for local businesses. Register your business today on the www.chicago2024.com website directory.

“The Near South Welcomes the DNC”

RSVP today for NSPB’s Membership Meeting & Luncheon on February 27th at the Hyatt Regency McCormick. Buy now: www.theNSPB.org/our-events/quarterly-programs

Thousands of delegates and press will be in Chicago for the Democratic National Convention taking place August 19-22, 2024. It’s a fantastic chance to show off the best of our city. DNC Host Committee leaders Christy George and Keiana Barrett will join us at the NSPB meeting and luncheon on February 27 to share all the details.
-Hear about the locations for day time and night time activities.
-Learn how to get on the DNC vendor list and access RFPs.
-Discover how you can engage in the convention process.

RSVP today! www.theNSPB.org/our-events/quarterly-programs

Join us for an end of the year holiday celebration on December 14th at the Marriott Marquis Chicago as we welcome Alderman Dowell (3rd Ward), Alderman Robinson (4th Ward) and Alderman Conway (34th Ward) to speak about trends in the Near South Wards!

Have you registered? State of the Wards Luncheon - Dec. 14th Join us for an end of the year holiday celebration on December 14th at the Marriott Marquis Chicago. RSVP Premier Sponsor: Interested in sponsoring the event? Click here to review perks. Near South Pl

Another successful NSPB Membership Committee meeting. Thank you committee members!

Discovery Partners Institute, in collaborations with the Illinois Capital Development Board, is seeking qualified firms to bid on the construction of DPI's new headquarters, the first development at The 78.

Register for the informational meeting Dec. 5, at 10:00 AM at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cdbdpi-outreach-in-collaboration-with-3rd-ward-alderman-pat-dowell-tickets-763434612477?aff=affiliate1

Thank you to our Near South restaurants and all our wonderful guests who participated in a successful sold out Culinary Crawl Thursday! Cuisine was delectable and the libations creatively refreshing! Shout out to AO Hawaiian, IL Culacino, Grant Park Bistro, Sociale, Tapas Valencia, Vu Rooftop, KittyO’Sheas, and Burger Bar. Special thanks to our sponsor Reggies!! We encourage others to add their favorite pics!!

Share your vision for a more equitable downtown Chicago—take the survey today at Chicago.gov/CAP2024.

Provide input on housing, transportation, economic development, public safety, community engagement and more to help shape the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development’s Central Area Plan Update.

Survey
Share your vision for a more equitable downtown Chicago—take the survey today at Chicago.gov/CAP2024.

Provide input on housing, transportation, economic development, public safety, community engagement and more to help shape the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development’s Central Area Plan Update.

Open House
Join the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development on Tuesday, May 23, for an open house to discuss the future of downtown Chicago.

Learn more about the at the Harold Washington Library Winter Garden, 401 S. Plymouth Court, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Register today at Chicago.gov/CAP2024.
City of Chicago Department of Planning & Development

Today Mayor Lightfoot, 4th Ward Alderman King, city officials, and the development team, GRIT, broke ground on the infrastructure of Bronzeville Lakefront, a 50-acre mixed-use development on the historic site of the former Michael Reese Hospital. For years, NSPB has worked alongside stakeholders from the Michael Reese Advisory Council to get this development launched. Congrats!

StretchLab is celebrating their Grand Opening on Saturday, 1/28 and Sunday 1/29! They will be offering free 15-minute demo stretches and mobility assessments each day, plus fun giveaways and raffle opportunities all weekend long.
When: Saturday, 1/28 @ 8:00am-2:00pm and Sunday, 1/29 @ 12:00pm-4:00pm

Where: StretchLab South Loop, 1351 S. Michigan Avenue

StretchLab offers 1-on-1 assisted stretching services with highly trained Flexologists who work with you on a customized flexibility program to help you reach your health, fitness and wellness goals. Guests at the Grand Opening event will be able to get a free demo stretch and opportunity for discounted rates on monthly memberships for StretchLab's services.

Availability is limited! Call (312) 857-5744 or email [email protected] to learn more and book your 15-minute demo stretch.

To celebrate their 125th anniversary, DePaul University is teaming up with the Chicago Park District to offer free ice-skating sessions on Jan. 25, 2023. DePaul will sponsor 125 free skate tickets for each session (11 a.m., 2 p.m., 5 p.m. and 8 p.m.). Use promo code depaul125 to reserve tickets online at www.maggiedaleypark.com.

Near South Planning Board congratulates DePaul on this important milestone of 125 years of top university education.

Maggie Daley Park Effective May 20, 2022, the Chicago Park District has enacted the following Youth Es**rt Policy for Maggie Daley Park. Guests under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult (21 years and older) after 6pm, Thursday through Sunday — and may be asked to present a valid ID. The adult must be pres...

City of Chicago Reaches $10 Million Settlement with Uber Eats, Postmates (Links)

The Mayor’s Office, Department of Law and BACP announced that Uber has agreed to a settlement stemming from the City’s investigation into UberEats’ and Postmates’ practices of listing Chicago restaurants on their platforms without the restaurants’ consent, being in violation of the City’s emergency fee cap ordinance, and other advertising-related conduct.

Below is helpful information to share with your network and colleagues.

Uber Eats and Postmates Settlement:
• Restaurants previously listed on Uber’s platforms without consent should visit Chicago.gov/UberSettlement and follow the instructions to receive financial relief and commission waivers.
• Restaurants that were charged commissions in excess of the fee cap in 2021 will receive payment automatically from Uber.
• A link to the complete Settlement Agreement can be found at Chicago.gov/UberSettlement.
• Topline:
• Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot, the Department of Law (DOL) and the Chicago Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) are commitment to creating a fair and honest marketplace. Uber has agreed to a settlement stemming from the City’s investigation into UberEats’ and Postmates’ practices of listing Chicago restaurants on their platforms without the restaurants’ consent, being in violation of the City’s emergency fee cap ordinance, and other advertising-related conduct. The Uber settlement is the result of the City acting swiftly and holding companies accountable for unfair practices.
Restaurants previously listed on Uber’s platforms without consent should visit Chicago.gov/UberSettlement and follow the instructions to receive financial relief and commission waivers. Restaurants that were charged commissions in excess of the fee cap in 2021 will receive payment automatically from Uber.

If you receive public inquiries, please direct them to visit Chicago.gov/UberSettlement.

Meal Delivery Platforms, Uber Eats and Postmates, Settlement The COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, and are an important tool for ending the global pandemic. Vaccines protect you and the people around you, reducing the spread of COVID-19. Learn more at Learn more at Chicago.gov/COVIDVax.

Join us on December 8th to learn about Choose Chicago's CEO, Lynn Osmond and her plans to reinvigorate Chicago's industry. https://conta.cc/3UUQv5D

RSVP Today! NSPB Winter Luncheon on December 8th Join us for an end of the year holiday celebration, meet the new President and CEO of Choose Chicago and hear about her plans to reinvigorate Chicago's tourism industry. RSVP Premier Sponsors: Near So

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Have you marked your calendar for Printer’s Row Lit Fest?

Check out some of our Authors who will be exhibiting at this year's 2022 Lit Fest!

K.N. Salustro K.N. Salustro
DJ Corchin Dj writes
Katy Green Katy Green Author
Dan Wellik Pickles + Ocho
Turnsol Studios Turnsol Studios
Aerle Taree

More to be announced!
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