Berwyn Newsletter 2015 - Issue 3

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August 2015 Issue 3

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FALL EVENTS

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Six Berwyn properties receive Good Neighbor Awards!

Five businesses competed but only one was crowned winner!

Berwyn’s 2015 Integrated Marketing Campaign!

AWARDS

Enjoy one of the many events in Berwyn this fall!

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A quarterly publication by the Berwyn Development Corporation 3322 S. Oak Park Ave. • Berwyn, IL 60402 708-788-8100 • berwyn.net

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Hello Berwyn!

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ach year community and business leaders that make up the Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC) Board, in conjunction with a very dedicated BDC staff, set out to deliver on ambitious but measured economic development and chamber services plans for the betterment of our residential and business communities.

Through the BDC, we are directly involved a multitude of special events, marketing, and economic development endeavors that strengthen the fabric of our great city. We simply wouldn’t have the success we have without the countless contributions everyday by those who work, volunteer and live in Berwyn. As such, I hope to see you at one of our events soon, and thank you personally.

There will be plenty of opportunities to do so. For example, the BDC is joining forces with Berwyn Main Street to bring Taste of Main Street to Cermak Road on August 27. A trolley will shuttle guests from Harlem to Lombard Avenues between 5pm and 9pm. Two days later you can join us for the 25th Annual Berwyn Rt 66 Car Show.

This unique car show draws more than 30,000 visitors to Ogden Avenue between Ridgeland and Oak Park Avenues. Or, save the dates for September 18-19 and make the trip to the Depot District for Berwyn’s Oktoberfest, the western suburbs’ biggest party of the year. Ok, so you need one more opportunity? How about the

MAL MONTOYA President BDC Board of Directors

6th annual Zombie Walk & Pub Crawl on Saturday, October 24.

Information on these events can be found at whyberwyn.com.

The new website, along with the new Why Berwyn? billboards are elements of our recently launched Integrated Marketing Campaign.

Please join me in congratulating our team for their magnificent work.

On the economic development front, the City of Berwyn and the BDC are proud to announce that six renovation projects received the Chicago Association of REALTORS® 2015 Good Neighbor Awards. The Berwyn properties that were recognized for offering unique facilities and amenities were: Familia Fresh Market, Old Fashioned Candies, Masa Uno, Inc. Tortilleria, Big Hurt Brewhouse, Oak Street Health, and Cermak Plaza. Congratulations, one and all!

And finally, let’s also congratulate the mother and son team of Gina and Patrick Tremonte of Gina’s Italian Ice as they’ve been voted Berwyn’s Best Frozen Dessert. Previous recipients of Berwyn’s Best designations have been bestowed upon Paisans Pizzeria and Bar for best pizza and Tacos Y Salsa for best taco.

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS PRESIDENT

Mal Montoya VICE PRESIDENT, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

John Aranza

VICE PRESIDENT, CHAMBER SERVICES

Jousef Mondragon TREASURER

Guy Hollis SECRETARY

Scott Lennon EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Anthony Griffin

Lincoln Middle School Choir check presentation.

2015 Best of Berwyn recipients

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ponsored by the North Berwyn Park District, the Best of Berwyn award recognizes the top students in the area based not only on academics but also on participation in the community. The BDC's philanthropic grant was divided equally among the 3 finalists and funds educational expenses as they move to high school. Congratulations to the 2015 Best of Berwyn winners: Hedayah Yehya (1st Place), Julia Swicionis (2nd Place) and Maria Castellanos (3rd Place).

DIRECTORS Christine Tully Aranza Tom Benson Alan Comella Maribel Del Real Jon Fey Jeff Janda Alba Lovero Jennifer Mitchell Brendan O’Connor Gilbert Peña Scott Steiner STAFF

The Lincoln Middle School Choir was awarded a philanthropic grant to help fund their choir trip to the America Sings! Music festival in Atlanta, Georgia. The festival inspires young people involved in the arts to use their time and talents to help others and is a celebration of song and service.

Berwyn headquartered not-for-profits can make application for 2015 funding throughout the year as needs arise with awards based upon available BDC funding. Complete eligibility requirements can be found in the application packet at berwyn.net/philanthropic-grants.

OFFICE MANAGER

Sande Brennan

DIRECTOR OF CHAMBER SERVICES

Amy M. Crowther RECEPTIONIST

Christina Pennell ACCOUNTANT

Peggy Harrington URBAN PLANNER

Kurtis Pozsgay, AICP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

REGULARS

FEATURES

02 President’s Column

04 Why Berwyn Campaign

08 “Hot Deals” Coupons

06 Berwyn Gateway Plaza Phase II

09 “Hot Deals” Coupons

07 Fall Events

06 Grand Openings

12 Good Neighbor Awards

10 New Members

12 BHB Landmark Recognition

11 “Hot Deals” Coupons

13 Berwyn’s Best Frozen Dessert Contest 15 Local Gems

14 Partners in the Community

Judy Saraceno-Swenson

PROJECT MANAGER, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Mark McGuire

PROJECT MANAGER, GRAPHIC DESIGN & COMMUNICATIONS

Paula Svora

BUSINESS OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Gerardo Zavala

Want to learn more about the City of Berwyn’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) incentive, microloans, commercial loans or looking for properties that are for lease or sale?

Visit Berwyn.net and click on “Economic Development” for information on the programs that can assist your existing or new business.

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City of Berwyn's Fresh Face The City of Berwyn and the Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC) are pleased to announce the launch of the City of Berwyn’s 2015 Integrated Marketing Campaign Billboard: LaSalle and Ontario location.

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he City of Berwyn launched an Integrated Marketing Campaign in 2007 in order to differentiate the City of Berwyn from the many suburbs of Chicago. In 2014, our team undertook a year of research to refresh Berwyn’s look and brand to reflect our community’s rich history and forward momentum. On June 1, 2015, the City of Berwyn and the Berwyn Development

CTA Platform: Southport Avenue location.

Billboard: Grand and LaSalle location.

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Just eight miles from Chicago’s Loop, Berwyn is a destination that caters to urban dwellers, entrepreneurs and families alike.

Corporation (BDC) launched a refreshed face for the campaign with a new tagline, “Nothing Like a Suburb.” Three billboard designs are adorning the streets of Chicago and select CTA “el” platforms.

The 2015 campaign runs from June through September and includes billboards in Chicago neighborhoods, posters on CTA el platforms, direct-to-consumer outreach through special events and social media engagement. A newly revamped, responsively designed WhyBerwyn.com blog provides visitors with a stream of information on the area’s real estate, businesses, schools, parks and recreation, cultural hot spots and special events.

The “Nothing Like a Suburb� campaign is tied directly to WhyBerwyn.com and our social media.

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accepting community events and business news that tell unique stories about Berwyn.

Submissions should be sent to NothingLikeASuburb@berwyn.net

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Facebook@ WhyBerwyn

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ocally, Berwyn's new branding can be seen on street pole banners in our commercial corridors and on Buy Berwyn signage displayed by our local businesses.

Berwyn is positioned as a top-choice destination for move-up and first-time homebuyers. We believe that Berwyn cannot be blended into suburbia because it is a thriving, self-made city defined by our local pride, accessible nightlife and warm, welcoming attitude.

Street Pole Banners: Advertise 24-hours-a-day in our commercial corridors. Contact: Gerardo Zavala at 708.788.8100 or gerardoz@ berwyn.net to reserve your space.

The objective is to create a driving desire in our audience to visit and live in Berwyn.

Buy Berwyn Poster: Local businesses display signage to encourage shopping locally.

This happens through increasing awareness of our local offerings that people respond well to, namely our nightlife and events, bungalows and architecture, progressive policies, independent businesses, location and affordability.

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Berwyn Gateway Plaza Phase II

Grand Openings Be among the first to know about business openings.

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @WhyBerwyn

Development continues at the intersection of Cermak Road and Harlem Avenue with the second phase of the Berwyn Gateway Plaza.

Demolition of the block between Maple Avenue and Wisconsin Avenue started this spring with the first building constructed in June. The first phase, completed in 2012, brought several national tenants to Berwyn including Buffalo Wild Wings, Chipotle, and Five Guys Burgers & Fries. This next phase will continue that trend by adding national tenants including Berwyn’s first Starbucks and Noodles & Company.

The second phase of redevelopment at Berwyn Gateway Plaza is a complete renovation of the commercial block on the north side of Cermak Road. The completion of this phase of redevelopment will create an additional 16,453 sq. ft. of new retail property within the City of Berwyn, adding new tax revenue and creating jobs at this increasingly popular intersection of town.

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Fall Events in Berwyn Join us for one of the many events in Berwyn this fall. Follow all of our events at WhyBerwyn.com.

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SEPT. 18, 6PM - 11PM SEPT. 19, 12PM - 11PM

AUGUST 29, 7AM - 4PM

BERWYN ROUTE 66 CAR SHOW

OKTOBERFEST

Showcase your classic, muscle or specialty car, motorcycle or truck or attend as a spectator to discover the great automotive heritage of Historic Route 66. The show features an array of vehicles on display and live entertainment. Register your display car. FREE for spectators.

Join us at Berwyn’s biggest party of the year. The event boasts an international food court, carnival and amusements, family pavilion, crafters and vendors. Live music features headliners Sixteen Candles and Wedding Banned. And let’s not forget the Beer Garden! Event takes place in the heart of the Depot District. FREE!

WhyBerwyn.com

AUGUST 27, 5PM - 9PM

WhyBerwyn.com

TASTE OF MAIN STREET Pick up a pass to sample Cermak Road’s eclectic mix of small plates and sweets. Stick around for an after-party with entertainment. Tickets include food samples and after-party.

WhyBerwyn.com

OCTOBER 24, 6PM - 11PM

ZOMBIE WALK & PUB CRAWL

Dress in your un-dead best and head to Roosevelt Road for the annual Zombie Walk & Pub Crawl. The event will feature zombie make-up, a pub crawl, food and an after-party designed to rival even your fondest memories of Thriller.

WhyBerwyn.com

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SEPTEMBER 27, NOON-5PM

HISTORIC BERWYN’S BUNGALOW TOUR The Berwyn Historical Society holds an annual tour, “Bungalows and More.” Docents lead a tour showcasing bungalows and other vintage homes. This year's tour features homes in the central Berwyn Bungalow Historic District. berwynbungalow.org

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Welcome New Members MAY 2015 - JULY 2015

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Six Berwyn Properties Receive Good Neighbor Awards The Chicago Association of REALTORS® created the Good Neighbor Awards in 1992 to encourage rehabilitation and redevelopment in Chicagoland. Congratulations to: • FAMILIA FRESH MARKET, 3308 S. Oak Park Ave. Renovated a building that had been

vacant for nearly a decade into a great neighborhood grocery store that offers a coffee shop and fresh produce, meat and baked goods.

• OLD FASHIONED CANDIES, 6210 W. Cermak Road. Restored its shop filled with many

homemade and nostalgic sweets and treats after it was devastated by a fire.

• MASA UNO, INC. TORTILLERIA, 6311 W. Cermak Road. Vacant storefront was converted

into a tortilleria that produces fresh masa, tortillas and chips for retail and wholesale distribution.

• BIG HURT BREWHOUSE, 6801 W. Cermak Road. Adaptive reuse of the long-vacant his-

toric Berwyn National Bank Building into Frank Thomas’s flagship restaurant and sports bar.

• OAK STREET HEALTH, 7000 W. Cermak Road. Developed a state-of-the-art primary care

and dental center for Medicare-eligible residents.

• CERMAK PLAZA, 7181 W. Cermak Road. Revitalized the iconic shopping center with

several phases of work, including parking lot and façade upgrades, green wind turbines, and renovation of the buildings.

34th Street Dental Care 708.484.6576 www.34thstreetdentalcare.com Free Orthodontic Consultation Free Exam and Xrays for new patients

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Landmarks Illinois 20 years for 20 stories campaign Frank Thomas was honored with state-wide and local recognition by Landmarks Illinois and the Berwyn Historic Preservation Commission on June 30. Big Hurt Brewhouse, located in the Classical Revival Berwyn National Bank, was recognized for creating a successful business and preserving a building that was on the Most Endangered Historic Places list for over 20 years.

The top 5 shops chose their Best Frozen Dessert Whether you like your cold confections creamy, icy, fruity or spicy, frozen desserts are the hallmarks of a summer day that has gone right.

3-D’s Cool Creations Featured: Atomic Razzle A base of strawberry soft serve ice cream blended with fresh banana and real chocolate cake. The result is a fine and creamy delight topped with whipped cream, fresh strawberry and banana.

Try it: Large Razzle is $5.50 Culver’s Featured: Turtle Sundae Prepared with roasted Southern pecans plus hot fudge and savory caramel drizzled over vanilla frozen custard, topped with a maraschino cherry. It combines rich creaminess with salty sweetness.

Try it: Double swirl sundae is $4.59 Gina’s Italian Ice Featured: Lemon Italian Ice Made daily on-site and mixes finely shaved ice with bright yellow lemons and sugar. It’s a simple yet perfect summer cool-off combination.

Try it: Large cup is $4.00

La Michoacana Premium Featured: Fresa de Leche A simple combination of rich, creamy ice cream blended with fresh, ripe strawberries and topped with chunks of strawberries.

Try it: Large dish comes with 3 scoops for $4.50 Tastee Freez Featured: Classic Banana Split Starts with 3 swirls of vanilla soft serve ice cream followed by generous portions of strawberry, pineapple and chocolate syrup that cascade down each peak to fill the dish. A slice of banana flanks each side of the sundae, and it is topped off by whipped cream, peanuts and a maraschino cherry.

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and the winner is...

Gina's Italian Ice earns Berwyn’s Best Frozen Desserts title for its Lemon Italian Ice! A judging panel and public vote helped determine the winner. Gina's has been in business on Roosevelt Road for over 38 years. Congrats to Gina and Patrick Tremonte!

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Partners in our community

16th Street Theater's Merchild Sept. 10 - Oct. 18

By Aline Lathrop, playwright-inresidence and directed by Ann Filmer Like many little girls, Adam dreams of being a mermaid and marrying a prince.

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Berwyn Public Library Fairy Tale Ball Sunday, August 30 from 2-4pm Come dressed as your favorite fairy tale character or superhero for an enchanted afternoon. Families & children of all ages are welcome. berwynlibrary.org

Mariachis in the Park Saturday, September 12, 3pm-5pm Bring family and friends to this FREE event at Proksa Park to enjoy music, dancing and activities. berwynparks.org

Fiesta Nuestras Raíces August 22, 16th & Wesley Ave. This year the fiesta will include School District 98’s Back to School Celebration. Entertainment includes cultural dances, mariachi and other fun activities for the entire family.

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EDUCATION bn98.org BERWYN NORTH SCHOOL DIST. 98 Lunch Time! Principals and Assistant Principals selected numerous students across all four schools, from each grade level, to be a part of District 98’s Inaugural Nutritional Forum as Student Ambassadors.

Over the course of several weeks, these Ambassadors surveyed students in their grade level to gather feedback and opinions about the school lunches that are provided.

On May 21 these students met with District employees and representatives from the food service company to share the opinions from their peers. The goal was to involve students in decisions that affect them and to show the students that their opinion matters in District 98 as we work towards improving the food they eat every day at school. This opportunity embraces our mission for students and provides an opportunity for them to demonstrate their personal, academic and civic potential. We are proud of the student’s leadership roles and dedication to this opportunity. bsd100.org BERWYN SCHOOL DIST. 100 Berwyn South School Dist. 100 and the Berwyn Park District will be hosting the 6th Annual Back to School Picnic on Sunday, Aug. 23 from Noon to 3 p.m. at Proksa Park.

This growing, one-day event will kick-off the 2015-2016 District 100 school year, which begins on Monday, August 24. The picnic will feature school supply giveaways, games, prizes, entertainment, food vendors, information booths and the opportunity to meet and mingle with other students, parents, and District 100 teachers and staff.

For more information contact, Cristina Castro, Director of Communications, District 100 at 708.303.4004 or Conor Cahill, Superintendent of Recreation, Berwyn Park District at 708.795.2893. morton201.org MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL Great things are happening at Morton and we invite you to visit our schools to see our students’ amazing accomplishments for yourself.

This past academic school year was the first full year of 1:1 computing at our district. Over 381 interactive whiteboards and projectors were installed in classrooms district wide and over 2,075 laptops were given to incoming freshmen.

This year Mustangs district wide were

accepted to over 162 colleges and universities across the nation. Our students have committed to some of the best schools both near and far such as Northwestern, Harvard and New York University. We wish all of our Mustangs the best of luck in college.

Our Varsity and Junior Rugby teams went to the Illinois Rugby State Championship and won their third state title since 2007.

Our Mustangs were honored with a parade on Monday, June 8 to celebrate their accomplishment. morton.edu MORTON COLLEGE Healthcare is one of the fastest growing segments of the American job market.

According to the U.S. Dept. of Labor projections, many healthcare careers will see extraordinary growth in the coming years.

The pharmacy technician profession is a case in point. By 2020, the U.S. Dept. of Labor predicts that there will be 70,700 new job openings in the field. This amounts to nearly 20% employment growth.

Interested in the training that would prepare one to succeed on the Illinois pharmacy technician licensure exam? Morton College can help. In fact, Morton College offers a complete pharmacy technician program as well as other high-demand healthcare training curricula, such as Nursing, Nursing Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Therapeutic Massage, Health Information Technology (HIT) and Advanced Bedside Care Technician.

HEALTH toi.org/berwyntownship TOWNSHIP OF BERWYN PUBLIC HEALTH DIST. Berwyn Township & Berwyn Public Health District proudly announces this year’s Health & Fitness Fair which will be held at 6600 26th Street on Wed., August 5 from 9am to 2pm for Berwyn residents. Various health screenings will be offered in the clinic until 1pm. No appointments are needed for the screenings, but residents must provide photo ID as verification of Berwyn residency.

Over 50 exhibitors will be offering information and demonstrations in Lesak Park which is adjacent to our building. Nonperishable food items will also be accepted for our local food pantry. Be The Match will be holding a bone marrow drive and Heartland Blood Centers will be hosting a blood drive for those who wish to donate.

Please call 708.788.6600 to schedule an appointment for the blood drive.

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SUSHI JUNKI If you consider yourself a junky for sushi then it would naturally make sense to get yourself over to Sushi Junki on Roosevelt Road.

This sleek dine-in restaurant offers high quality sushi as well as an extensive list of Japanese, Thai and Chinese cuisine. The restaurant features a very unique, modern build-out which accentuates the dining experience.

7016 W. CERMAK ROAD

Sushi Junki and J-Wok (next door) operate under the same umbrella, with Sushi Junki being the focus of the dine-in consumer and J-Wok tailored towards carryout and delivery. The same items can be ordered from either location. The lunch specials are always fantastic and the selection of sushi offerings make this restaurant a great place to visit for lunch or a night on the town.

CZECH PLAZA RESTAURANT

Visit: sushijunki.com · 708.788.3888

Have you been on the search for incredible Bohemian cuisine?

A staple in the Berwyn community, the Czech Plaza has been serving high quality, authentic, Bohemian fare for the past 45 years.

This family friendly restaurant features homemade gravies, breaded meats and delightful fruit pastries from the old country in a relaxed, charming atmosphere.

Previously featured in Chicago Reader, Chicago’s Best, Chicago Sun-Times and “Check Please!” this local gem is well worthy of the praise and definitely worth checking out.

Visit: czechplaza.com · 708.795.6555

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