events: EXPOSE Your Business At The Calumet City Business Expo! Thursday October 7th - 5PM Until 8PM - River Oaks Mall Theater (Near Sears)
- 10/05/10 05:02 PM
You strained and stretched your creative innards to thinness... in your drive to produce ideas the public would deem notable to pay for.... Didn't you? Whether a service or product, you are poised to compete with desperate minds of innovators who have emerged as modern day hustlers... all in the name of of survival!! ... And this is just ONE of many strategies you've dreamt up with hopes of seeing a fruitful harvest! The Calumet City Chamber of Commerce UNDERSTANDS your dilemma and has put together a group effort to assist you in these lean times. If your desire is to cultivate customers from the South Suburban area in Illinois... this BUSINESS EXPO IS FOR YOU! … (8 comments)
events: Don't Eat Another BAD CHECK Loss!! Come Get Your Money ON!!
- 04/27/10 09:30 AM
Do you know of any small businesses in your neighborhood who have lost money due to payments not recouped from BAD checks? This practice hurts us all. Here is a meeting you may want to send them to while they dine on a flavorful meal from the grill! Tomorrow, Wednesday, April 28th, at 11:30AM, Gina P. Burnett, from the Cook County State Attorney's Office will be our guest speaker at the Calumet City, Illinois' Chili's. Her topic? The BAD CHECK RESTITUTION PROGRAM! Come join host, Calumet City Chamber of Commerce from 11:30AM until 1:00PM, as we hear of these workable solutions! At times like these... we need ALL of our … (12 comments)
events: Calumet City Chamber of Commerce Annual Christmas Party 2009
- 12/17/09 07:03 AM
The Luther East Eagle High School Choir of Lansing, Illinois performed Holiday songs at the Annual Calumet City Chamber's Christmas Party & Installation held December 8Th. New President of the Chamber beginning the 2010 year is Yolanda Lott, who currently holds a position as Branch Manager of Bank Financial in Calumet City, Illinois. Ms. Lott, who graciously accepted her appointment, acknowledged out-going president, Kay Cooper Boyda, and the efforts done by Chamber Directors and membership.
Board members and Directors were sworn in to fulfil another year. Cindi Hall, newest member - Zoom Clean Car Wash, Diane Rice, Rice Property Management & Realty, Archie Graham of … (20 comments)
events: Calumet City Chamber of Commerce Co-Hosts Christmas For Kids
- 12/07/09 10:13 AM
Christmas For Kids, an annual event hosted by the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce, joined with the Calumet City Resource Center at 202 155Th Place in Calumet City, Illinois, yesterday, December 6, 2009 to be on hand to bless a few needy families. The Resource Center, is open 5 days a week to receive donations and distribute clothing, food, and helpful items given by the general public and other charities. If you know of a needy family living in Calumet City, Illinois, please have them call the center to get information at 708-891-9339.
Cheerful volunteers were on hand to serve … (6 comments)
events: HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALEX HARB!! LEAVE BIRTHDAY COMMENTS HERE!!
- 11/10/09 12:03 AM
Today, Tuesday, November 10Th, 2009 is a day to be celebrated! Exactly 4 weeks ago, on the 2ND Tuesday of October, a plane landed at Midway Airport carrying a special passenger from Orlando Florida! The new arrival has been in the South Suburbs of Windy City Chicago for exactly for 1 Month today! Today is also the day 40 something years ago this dude was born!!! Won't you join me in celebrating by leaving best wishes to Active Rain's own..... ALEXANDER HARB
HAPPY BIRTHDAY & HAPPY ONE MONTH ANNIVERSARY
images courtesy of Bing
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events: Using Schools As A Resource - A few Useful Tips
- 10/08/09 03:35 PM
Doug Hamilton, Superintendent of School District 151, in South Suburban, Illinois was our guest speaker at the South Holland Business Association Luncheon, September 24th, 2009.
The topic: "Schools, An Untapped Market" was presented by Mr. Hamilton with such simplicity, that businesses who who were in attendance must have all been thinking the same thing.... "why hadn't we tapped onto this before?" "Use US as a resource", he reiterated repeatedly! We listened as the Superintendent, (who remembered when South Holland was mostly made up of onion fields) insisted we view schools as the biggest business in our neighborhood, sharing that … (7 comments)
events: "Tee" Time At The 2009 Calumet City Illinois Chamber Golf Outing
- 09/23/09 03:40 PM
Saturday, September 18Th, the date was set for the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce's Annual Golf Outing, held at the River Oaks Golf Course In Calumet City, Illinois. The weather could not have been nicer!
Below: Shad Whisler, Calumet City Chamber Member preparing to take off
Below: An attendee (unidentified)
Below: Team players with Dennis Gianopolus, chamber member (in jeans)
Below: Chamber member Loren Bult (red cap) with partners
Below: Calumet City Mayor, Michelle Qualkinbush (Co-Sponsor) with Staff.
Below: Elaine & Archie Graham, Chamber Members (on left) with friends
Be sure to attend... and do not forget your camera! In addition.... mark your calendars for Friday, September 18Th for the Golf Outing!! Here are the details..... see you there!
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events: Youth Expo At River Oaks Center Mall - Calumet City, Illinois
- 03/27/09 01:34 PM
CALLING ALL YOUTH - SHOWCASE YOUR TALENTS! River Oaks Center Mall in Calumet City, Illinois will be hosting a Youth Activities Expo Saturday, April 11, 2009 from 11 am - 4pm. All camps, park districts, dance schools, karate schools football & cheerleader teams are invited to participate! Activities will be geared toward children ages 3 to 17. River Oaks Mall location: 96 River Oaks Center Drive -Calumet City, IL 60409 Click here for map River Oaks Mall is a member of the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce of which Diane Rice - Rice Property Management & Realty participates as a Director.
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events: Thornton Township Celebrates......
- 02/23/09 10:39 AM
Mark your calendar for Friday, February 27th, 2009, for the Human Relations Commission of Thornton Township, in Illinois will be celebrating Black History Month! An excellent time to learn more about the culture of African Americans while enjoying lunch.... The event is open to the public and FREE! Event begins at 10:00 AM, and will end at 2:00 PM. The Riverdale Senior, Youth, & Family Service Center is located in Riverdale, IL at 14323 S Halsted. Come Early! Some Appearances: Negro Baseball League, Jazz Artist, Ray Silkman Najwa Dance Corps Photo's courtesy of Najwa! Were you aware of this being the 200th year … (13 comments)
events: SIX MILLION SIGNATURES!!!
- 01/20/08 10:07 PM
We are taking the time to observe the day today, Monday, January 21, 2008. It's a National Holiday that was fought for with SIX MILLION SIGNATURES & EIGHTEEN LONG YEARS!!! We are not taking it lightly at Rice Property Management & Realty, and we encourage all to reflect on this day with us. There is much rich history in the legacy left by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. You are invited to join us as we remember! The official website address of the King Center, http://www.KingCenter.org/ which may not be accessible due to traffic overload, is just ONE of many filled with background content … (42 comments)
events: Assisting Seniors In Illinois Communities
- 01/20/08 11:29 AM
Lieutenant Chris Van Dyke of the Riverdale Fire Department attended the first Riverdale Landlord meeting of 2008 January 17th, and gave property owners startling facts! At age 65, older adults are twice as likely to be killed or injured by fires or falls compared to the population at large and their population is increasing rapidly! In Illinois, a fall and fire prevention program which is geared specifically for older adults is available FREE! The program, called, "Illinois Remembering When" which was developed by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), The Center for High-Risk Outreach, and the Center for Disease Control (CDC), can be conducted through neighborhood groups and gatherings. … (13 comments)
events: Pictures From Calumet City IL Auto Show - Name That Car!
- 10/01/07 07:10 AM
When these pictures were snapped, no idea of the type of car came to my mind, they were just taken. I realize Car Buffs will wonder WHY the year, model, and make are not labeled..... It's because..... we are giving YOU the honor to GUESS! In the previous blog, Calumet City Auto Show, announcement was given of this sponsored event by the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce. The show took place Sunday, September 9, 2007 at the River Oaks Mall East Calumet City, IL
South Holland, Illinois - Thornton Township Hall entrance.....
Rides for the Children!
Rain did not stop the crowd gathering to see performances of "Dance Expressions"
"Dance Expressions" - superbly coordinated!
A change of clothes..... and they return to EXPRESS themselves again!
Lining up at the booths..... for food, goods,
Information tables.... Thornton Township
A place inside for BINGO lovers......
Something for everyone!
Face Painting, balloon making, and smiles … (10 comments)
events: The CHI-LITES Appearing at the Taste of Thornton Township!
- 08/07/07 03:07 AM
Mark your calendars, and set aside time anywhere between 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Saturday, August 18, 2007! It's the 7th Annual Taste of Thornton Township featuring the legendary"Chi-Lites! One of their most popular hits from the 70's, "Have You Seen Her"is what most of us (baby boomers) think on when their name is mentioned. "The Taste of Thornton Township" an annual event of South Suburban Illinois (comprising 17 communities) has become a tradition. Entertainment is FREE!
Bring empty stomach, an appetite, some money, and a receptive spirit! Be prepared to enjoy what Township Supervisor, Frank M. Zuccarelli, and the Human Relations Commission … (1 comments)
events: Summer Under the Stars - Country Club Hills, IL
- 08/01/07 03:16 AM
Mayor Dwight Welch & The Country Club Hills City Council presents: SUMMER UNDER THE STARS 2007 - JULY 27 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 7, 2007 at the Country Club Hills Pavillion
Friday, July 27 - SMOKEY ROBINSON Saturday, July 28 - KENNY GSunday July 29, 2007 - HILLCREST BAPTIST CHURCH SERVICEFriday, August 3 - LOS LOBOSSaturday, August 4 - TITO PUENTEFriday, August 10 - LONE STARSaturday, August 11 - THE TEMPTATIONS & PHIL PERRYFriday, August 17 - GUITARS & SAXES, GERALD ALBRIGHT, KIRK WHALUM, TIM BOWMAN, JEFF GOLUBSaturday, August 18 - JEFFREY OSBOURNESunday, August 19 - GOSPEL (PASTOR CRIDER)Saturday, August 25 - J.T. TAYLORFriday, August 31 … (5 comments)
events: Calumet City Auto Show
- 07/24/07 02:44 PM
The Calumet City Chamber of Commerce is having it's Annual Auto Show, Sunday, September 9th, 2007. Cars and motorcycles will be on display at the River Oaks Mall East in Calumet City, Illinois. Applications of all makes and models will be accepted. This year the car show will be produced by Thunder Road Productions. Motorcycles will be judged also. For more information, call Janice Kutz, Chamber President at 708-302-8585.
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events: Calumet City Realtor Tour & Breakfast
- 07/15/07 04:25 PM
We were honored to have been selected to attend the First Annual Realtor's Tour and Breakfast presented by Calumet City and Mayor Michelle Qualkinbush. The Rice Property Management Team with other guests were royally treated to catered breakfast by Villa de Bruno held in the Council Chambers. Jim Gigliotti, Calumet City's Community and Economic Development Director introduced various speakers who shared informative highlights for the gathered REALTORS®. Some of the attendees were; TF North High Principal, Dwayne Evans, General Manager Dennis Gilliam, of The River Oaks Center , Janice Kutz, President of the Calumet City Chamber of Commerce, Harris Bank representatives, Calumet City Park District personnel, and others. The exceptional bus tour, narrated by … (2 comments)
events: Riverdale GUS MACKER Success!
- 07/14/07 09:24 AM
The City of Riverdale in Illinois hosted the GUS MACKER 3 on 3 BasketBall Tournament on Saturday, June 30, and Sunday, July 1, 2007. It was a huge success with over 115 teams particating. I was asked to work on the registering table, which i did, and WOW did i enjoy! The players were from Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, and other States, and ranged in age from 9 to 49. Males and females competed for the prizes. An awesome time was had by all. Riverdale will host the tournament again in 2008! Here are a few pictures from the event:
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events: Calumet City Summer Concert Series
- 07/14/07 06:47 AM
The Calumet City Council, headed by Mayor Michelle Qualkinbush along with the Calumet City Park District is hosting a series of summer concerts for it's citizens and guest visitors. The "SUMMER UNDER THE STARS 2007" information is listed here ----> Stars 2007 "Lynne Jordan" is sheduled to appear at Thursday, July 19th Concert in Downey Park.
You strained and stretched your creative innards to thinness... in your drive to produce ideas the public would deem notable to pay for.... Didn't you? Whether a service or product, you are poised to compete with desperate minds of innovators who have emerged as modern day hustlers... all in the name of of survival!!
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