New Eastside Community Spring 2014 Newsletter

A NEWSLETTER FROM THE NEW EASTSIDE COMMUNITY

Spring 2014 VOL1. NO. 4

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Find out what’s going on in the New Eastside and Lakeshore East. www.neweastsidecommunity.com Disclaimer: The New Eastside Community is independently operated and is not affiliated with the New Eastside Association of Residents or Magellan Development Group.

Spring Announcements 1. New business openings Yum Cha Dim Sum Parlor 333 E Randolph St. Chicago Opening mid to late March 2014.

Expect community outreach that includes happy hours and chef appearances.

Fabulous Nail Spa NOW OPEN 200 E Randolph St. P: (312) 861-0900 Lakeshore Sport & Fitness Gym 221 N Stetson Ave. P: (312) 856-1111 Kid’s Music & Gymnastics Classes 175 N Harbor Dr. P: (847) 361-7498 2. III Forks brunch service begins March 22, 2014. Enjoy Saturday brunch at III Forks 11 AM to 3 PM. 180 North Field Blvd. (312)-938-4303

Spring Planting Day volunteer crew from a previous year at the entrance to the Lakeshore East Park. Photo credit: Dan Koz

Spring planting in the LOOP -By Elaine Hyde | Editor

Soon the first signs of spring in the city parks will lift spirits and the Arctic tundra will become a thing of the past as we rediscover flowers, color and freedom.

Each year the Lakeshore East Park is transformed by a team of volunteers from a flattened slushy mess, into a breathtakingly fragrant, and perfectly eye popping flower and garden show in what some residents consider their backyard. But achieving such beauty takes planning. “We did a lot of prep in the fall to make this spring extra special, which considering all this snow will be a welcome surprise,” says Dan Koz, a resident in New Eastside who heads volunteer efforts in the Park.

The 4.6-acre Lakeshore East Park is part of the award winning Lakeshore East development. It has a gated children’s playground and splash pad, a dog park, water fountains and a large open field. Home to myriad events, including movies in the park, business fairs and fitness classes, the Park’s greatest achievement is bringing the New Eastside community together. (Turn to Park, Page 4.)

3. Chicago Park District Spring Programs.

Online registration now open for Daley Bicentennial, Northerly Island programs and Lakeshore Park. Adult fitness, children’s programs and more.

Programs run March 24 – June 6.

Visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com Email info@neweastsidecommunity to post announcements

INSIDE > New Eastside construction updates P2.

New Eastside real estate P3.

How to maintain a beautiful park P4.

Recycling in the New Eastside P5.

Moving your workout outdoors P6.

Local Events/To Do – P7 & 8.

Construction in New Eastside - What to look for in 2014 -By Elaine Hyde | Editor

1. Gems World Academy Chicago, 350 E South Water St. Phase one of the independent JK-12 school will be completed in fall 2014. At 10 stories, phase one will house grades JK5. The phase two building for grades 6-12 will be at 355 E Wacker Drive and will be completed in 2016.

Designed by bKL and constructed by McHugh.

Photo credit: Ophelia Dodds

2. Maggie Daley Park, Upper E Randolph St.

Photo: Screen shot from www Source: Google Maps

Renovation of this park commenced in October 2012 and will be completed winter 2014.

Look forward to an ice skating ribbon, playground and climbing wall. The photo (left) shows the installation of Geofoam

Screen shot of live camera feed February 27, 2014. www.maggiedaleyconstruction.org

blocks to create landforms.

Construction along Michigan Avenue between E. Wacker Drive and Randolph Street is part of an effort to improve these 3 neglected blocks.

3. Millennium Park Plaza, 151 N. Michigan Ave.

6. Hotel Indigo, 168 N Michigan Ave. Conversion of the 102 year old Atlantic Bank building into boutique Hotel Indigo. The 156 room hotel will include a farm-to-table restaurant by celebrity chef David Burke.

The bottom two floors of this rental apartment and office tower are being renovated to add 20,000square feet of restaurant and retail space at a cost of five million dollars. Completion is expected in fall 2014.

Photo credit: Ophelia Dodds

Photo credit: Louis Masotti

4. 200 North Michigan, 200 North Michigan Ave. The current 5 story building will soon be demolished and in its place will rise a 42 story rental apartment building that will also house retail. The first rental tower on Michigan Avenue built in 30 years will be dubbed 200 North Michigan.

Developed by John Buck Company and designed by bKL. Scheduled to Photo credit: Ophelia Dodds open in 2016.

7. 333 N Michigan Avenue, 333 N Michigan Ave.

5. Two Illinois Center, 233 N Michigan Ave.

8.The London Guarantee, 360 N Michigan Ave.

The Wirtz family owned historic building is undergoing a lower level faรงade facelift.

30,000 square feet of retail space will be added, displacing several of its current retailers. Office space and other interior improvements will be made to help attract tenants.

Photo credit: Louis Masotti

Renovations of the South Water Street entrance and other mechanical upgrades such as escalator improvements are currently being completed.

Photo credit: Louis Masotti

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The London Guarantee and Accident building, built in 1928, is undergoing a conversion to a boutique hotel that has yet to be named.

Photo credit: Mark Burton

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Also keep an eye out for….

9. Summit on Lake, 73 E Lake St. The new 42 story, 322 unit luxury residential tower will soon be completed June 2014. Developed by M&R Development LLC, designed by Solomon Cordwell Buenz and constructed by James McHugh Construction.

Maggie Daley Park and Grant Park Updates -By Bob O’Neill, President of the Grant Park Conservancy

10. Hilton Garden Inn, 66 E Wacker Place The Hilton Garden Inn will be located next to the iconic Chicago Motor Club building and the Seventeenth Church of Christ Scientist by the Chicago River.

Designed by GREC Architects, the 25 Story tower will have191 rooms and will open in spring 2015.

11. 111 E Wacker Dr and 233 N Michigan Avenue The outdoor plaza is being renovated to improve amenities for employees.

12. Whole Foods Market, 225 E Grand Ave. The old Dominick’s grocery store will be converted to a Whole Foods market opening 2015.

New Eastside Real Estate Summary - By David Porter, Broker Associate, Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Fewer homes on the market, historically low interest rates, properties sold more quickly, and increased sale prices make this a seller's market. If you are thinking about selling your home, this is the time to act. But, with interests rates projected to increase, the number of people who will be able to afford your home will shrink with every up-tick. Given the proper research and attention to detail, the savvy buyer can still find a great deal even in this seller's market.

Our own Lakeshore East is following the same trend as the rest of Cook County. We have fewer homes on the market, selling at higher prices than this time last year. We are out performing Cook County when it comes to average raw dollar gains, but we are behind when it comes to percentage gains in the fourth quarter of 2013. The good news is that our percentage increase lags only because our property values didn’t decline as much as others when the real estate bubble burst in 2007—it is often the case that in a declining market, the most valued property falls least. The raw dollar gains stayed high because even a small percentage increase translates into significant dollars when the property’s value is initially high.

Preliminary rendering of the Maggie Daley Field House to open by January 2015. Photo courtesy of Grant Park Conservancy.

Maggie Daley Park is on schedule to be completed by November 2014 with additional spring planting going in the spring of 2015. The white geofoam you see being installed this spring is what is used to add hills and contour the topography of the park to allow beautiful vistas of Lake Michigan. The geofoam is necessary because Maggie Daley Park is a huge, 20-acre green roof over the garages below. Hills made of just soil, without geofoam would be too heavy and the weight of the extra soil would collapse the building underneath. Geofoam lasts so long that the geofoam that was in the old park and unearthed is being re-used.

Rendering of the proposed skate park to be built in the south part of Grant Park. Photo courtesy of the Grant Park Conservancy.

In the southwest corner of Grant Park, the conversion of a 3-acre space into a skate park, is set to get additional funding from the Near South tax increment financing (TIF). If secured, completion of the skate park is expected by December 2014. The new skate park is intended to provide an attractive alternative to skaters who might otherwise use other public areas not designated for such activities.

David Porter | Broker Associate Jameson Sotheby's International Realty 425 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL. 60610 C. 312-550-2353 | F. 312-781-2808 dporter@jamesonsir.com | www.jamesonsir.com

Getting Rid of Graffiti

If you notice graffiti or any other maintenance issues in our community, as an alternative to notifying the city, you can simply take a picture with your smart phone and email it to info@neweastsidecommunity.com. Turn around time for complete removal of graffiti (left) reported to New Eastside Community on February 5, 2014, was 12 days.

Graffiti on the northernmost wall below the Harbor Drive extension in the New Eastside sent by a Parkshore resident to the New Eastside Community February 5, 2014.

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Volunteers transform Lakeshore East Park Park, from Page 1

Technically part of the Loop, the Lakeshore East Park and its surrounding residential buildings of the New Eastside, are distinctly set apart. “It’s like a suburb in the middle of downtown Chicago,” says New Eastside resident Ian Sharping. It is that suburban feel which allows locals with a green thumb to join forces during the annual Spring Planting Day. “May 17 is time to make your mark, and then watch what you plant grow, so the more volunteers the better on that day,” says Koz, who also organizes weekly volunteers who trim the ornamental roses.

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So this spring, as you take the first tentative steps outdoors, imagine smelling the roses that will be planted along the pathways. It might even be a rose you planted yourself. What a breath of fresh air!

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Lakeshore East Park in spring 2013 before (top) and after plant installations. Photo credit: Elaine Hyde

In the past, Koz has selected roses to create focal points along pathways. To choose plants appropriate for an urban garden, a test section is done for a year and reviewed for quality, maintenance requirements, bugs and cold weather die back. “Downtown Chicago is a world in itself so what may do well in the suburbs does not do well downtown,” says Koz.

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Volunteers interested in participating in Spring Planting Day, Saturday, May 17, 2014 should email info@neweastsidecommunity.com and subscribe to www.neweastsidecommunity.com to receive updates.

Serving Ages 2-6 years, 7am-6pm; After School, 7-12 years

www.lakefrontchildrensacademy.com

Missed your deadline for selected schools?

Experience our network of enriched learners.

Limited fall spaces available for private enrollment.

How to maintain a beautiful park 3 Tips from Dan Koz, Head Volunteer | Lakeshore East Park

400 East Randolph Street Suite 6B Chicago Conveniently located across from a Chicago Park District Playground Security Monitored classrooms

312.819.1760

fax 312.819.1763

email lakefrontacademy@gmail.com

1. Keep fellow residents accountable. If soccer players are tearing up the field because of recent rains, remind them to come back when it’s dry. If someone is stomping on flowerbeds ask them to respect your park.

2. Parents should keep the sand out of the children’s fountains and drains as it’s impossible to keep them going when kids are scooping buckets full of sand into the drains. Keep the sand in the pit.

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3. It’s tempting, but don’t pick the flowers or you take away that special moment for the next person who doesn’t get to enjoy the natural beauty. The park is here for all to enjoy.

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The Process of Reprocessing - Recycling in the New Eastside

DOORMAN OF THE MONTH

By Ophelia Dodds | Staff Writer Living in high-rise blocks, control over how and when we recycle is a joint effort between residents and their buildings. We look at how easy the buildings are making it for residents, and what residents can do to help.

A sample review of some residential buildings in New Eastside showed a varied approach to recycling. The Regatta, Park Millennium and North Harbor Tower offer a recycling bin on every level, with a list of what is appropriate for recycling. The benefit of this is convenience for the resident, although unfortunately there is an issue with residents contaminating these bins with non- recyclable items, leading to the loss of an entire load into the trash.

In other buildings, recycling has to be taken to a central point. Harbor Point, for example, says that newspapers can be left in the recycling bins on each floor, but aluminum, glass and plastic should all be taken down to the loading dock. Junk mail, magazines, telephone books and newspaper inserts cannot be recycled. The brand new Coast building requires ALL recycling to be taken down to the garage, with no recycling options at apartment level.

Of course, some of the onus has to be on the resident to take a responsible attitude, but people are busy and often cannot be bothered to collect a big pile of recycling in a small apartment, then lug it down to a central location. As a result the recycling goes in the trash instead. The “bins on every level” seems to be a better option, but again relies on everyone on the floor being conscientious.

So what is the answer? The building managers do what they can, all of them encouraging residents to recycle as much as possible. The Park Millennium offers a safe recycling program for electronics, and this January, North Harbor Tower arranged giant Goodwill bins to help residents get rid of unwanted goods. Also, the Salvation Army comes to Lakeshore East Park on the first Saturday of every month and will take most items.

The City of Chicago guidelines recommend that high-rise buildings collect recyclables in the same location that the trash is disposed of (i.e. chute rooms) and that recycle bins are put in mailrooms and laundry rooms.

They also note that low resident participation is often due to a lack of confidence in the recycling programs, which may well be exacerbated if they see a ‘contaminated’ load of recycling being put down the trash chute, for example, without understanding why.

Michael Burger a doorman at North Harbor Tower, 175 N Harbor Drive, has worked there for 10 years.

– By Ophelia Dodds

What do you like best about your job?

Getting to meet people from all across the globe. I really love talking about similarities and differences in our experiences through life.

What is the worst thing about your job?

The turnover. Losing friends who move away is hard, especially when you have seen their kids grow up and been part of their lives. Then they are gone.

Describe yourself in 3 words Charismatic, insightful, attentive!

What qualities make a good doorperson?

Attention to detail, excellent memory and being personable.

Top Chicago sports team?

White Sox. What is the strangest thing that has happened to you while on the job?

I would say picking up drunk people on the weekend from the lobby and returning them to their apartments, but that happens every week! The hardest thing was when I went to check on an older lady who hadn’t been seen that day. Sadly she had passed away. I knew her well and it was very difficult and sad.

Garbage disposal room in North Harbor Tower contains a recycling bin accompanied by recycling instructions on the wall on every level.

Photo: Ophelia Dodds.

Recycling will always be a challenge for high-rise buildings, but it is also an opportunity, given the volume of potential recycling. The average person generates 4.5 pounds of trash every day, that is about 1.5 tons of trash per year and the EPA estimates that 75 percent of trash is recyclable. Think how much recycling could happen in a building with 700 residents! By keeping residents informed and involved, our building managers can really improve the way we as a neighborhood recycle.

And residents have a responsibility too. It is important to make a real effort to put the correct recycling in the correct bins and let building managers know if the recycling system is not working. After all, this is about the future of our country and what we leave behind for future generations. So talk to your building managers, talk to your neighbors and hopefully everyone can take advantage of t`he opportunity that high rise living offers.

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What is the nicest thing a resident has said to you or done for you?

Some ladies came in to view an apartment one Sunday and afterwards wrote a letter to the management saying that they knew they were going to sign the lease before they even saw the apartment because of the service I gave them. That was really amazing!

To nominate your doorperson, email info@neweastsidecommunity.com

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Aqua residents contribute to new Ronald McDonald House Near Lurie Children’s -By Marc Shouger, Senior House Director, Ronald McDonald House Near Lurie Children’s

Who to Call

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City of Chicago

www.cityofchicago.org

Within Chicago

311

Out of Chicago (City Hall)

(312) 744-5000

Alderman Brendan Reilly

(312) 642-4242

Public Health

(312) 747-9884

Animal Care and Control

(312) 747-1406

Office of the City Clerk

www.chicityclerk.com

Vehicle - Stickers & Parking

312-742-5375

Dog Registration

312-744-3647

Chicago Park District

www.chicagoparkdistrict.com

Grant Park & Daley Bicentennial Plaza

(312) 742-3918

Northerly Island

(312) 745-2910

Millennium Park

(312) 742-1168

Public Library

www.chipublib.org

Harold Washington Library Center

(312) 747-4300

Police (non-emergency)

www.chicagopolice.org

Chicago police hotline

(312) 746-6000 or 311

Loop District 001 Beat #114

(312) 745-4290

EMERGENCIES

911

School District 299

www.cps.edu

Administration

(773) 553-1000

Chicago Board of Education

(773) 553-1600

or decline pushups (more advanced). Incorporate stairs by climbing, jumping, or lunging to firm up the legs and glutes.

Community Relations

www.neweastsidecommunity.com

New Eastside (graffiti ,maintenance, parks)

(312)-927-6795

Yogis: Bring a beach towel that you don’t mind getting dirty and practice your downward dog, sun salutations, and forearm balance at the park.

Before a pose on the ground add 30-60 sec of mountain climber variations; and as you rise up, mix in jumping jacks and kickboxing kicks.

New Eastside Community

(773) 466 1564

Magellan Development

(312) 642-8869

New East Side Association of Residents

(312) 473-7931

Residents of Aqua are participating in an in-kind drive for families staying at the Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s. Throughout March, a share-the-care collection box is located in the rental apartment mailroom. Support for the families in the form of household needs (everything from laundry detergent to paper towels to napkins) are placed in the box and immediately brought to the world’s largest Ronald McDonald House. Up to 75 families are housed at the House and within the Sleep Rooms at the hospital while children are receiving treatment and needed care. Ronald McDonald House near Lurie Children’s opened in the Streeterville and New Eastside neighborhood in June 2012, and has since cared for over 25,000 family room nights.

To request a collection box for your building or to become involved in wish list item drives, Volunteer Special Projects or Activity programs at the House, contact Mark Shouger, Senior House Director at 312-888-2501 or mshouger@rmhccni.org.

Moving your workout outdoors -By Kristine Martino | Community Contributor

After being confined to indoor workouts all winter, you might be in a workout rut. With spring around the corner, it’s time to freshen up that same boring winter workout by moving it outdoors with intervals.

Interval workouts incorporate both the aerobic and anaerobic systems, allowing you to burn more calories in less time, and have more fun. Mix and match the following routines to rev up your workout this spring and keep your New Year’s resolution afloat at the beach, lakefront trail, or in Lakeshore East Park.

Athletes at Heart: Warm-up with a slow jog, high knees, butt kicks, & side shuffles.

Continue with a 30 second sprint, followed by 2-5 minutes of repeated warm up exercises and 10-20 second rest between cycles. When you approach a bench on your run, add some incline pushups (for beginners) Kristine Martino demonstrates decline pushups that can be performed using a bench. Photo: Kristine Martino

Bench Potatoes: A bench can become a very effective piece of work out equipment. Choose exercises that get your heart rate up like triceps dips For a complete directory visit www.neweatsidecommunity.com or step-ups on the bench, pushups, burpees, jump squats, or high plank to low plank. If lounging on the bench is still more enticing, it might be time to seek out extra motivation and accountability with a certified personal trainer.

Groupies: Join running groups with CARA & Universal Soul, Magellan Softball and Volleyball leagues, Urban Kayaks, and local boot camps.

Kristine Martino is the owner of Tozai Fitness and has been a passionate leader the fitness industry for over 13 years. She holds numerous certifications including Power Pilates, TRX, Zumba, and ACE Personal Trainer. She specializes in core training, muscular imbalances, posture improvement, back pain, and muscle toning. Local residents receive 15% off all sessions. http://01lakeshorefit.com

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Upcoming Events Schedules are subject to change.

Call venues to confirm event information. For a full calendar of local events visit www.neweastsidecommunity.com. Email info@neweastsidecommunity.com to inform us about your event.

MARCH

Wednesday 12 GEMS World Academy Chicago Open House.

Meet the GEMS World Academy Chicago leadership team and learn more about New Eastside’s newest school. Opening September 2014. 5:30PM – 6:30PM. Also March 26.

Saturday Admissions Coffee, March 22 10:00 AM – 11:00AM GEMS-WA admissions office 333 E. Benton Place, Ste 205. Phone 312-300-6658.

Friday 14 Nutrition Seminar @ Mariano’s Lakeshore East No Carb, Low Carb: Which carb is right for you?

Learn to cook the right carbohydrates at this 30 minute seminar, while you enjoy sampling a three-course meal prepared by Mariano's dietitian, Peggy Balboa. Debunk the confusion about which carbohydrates are right to fuel your day, or help you maintain or lose weight.

Saturday 15 St. Patrick’s Day The Chicago River is dyed green at 10:45AM and revelers hit the city in this decades old Chicago tradition that attracts thousands of spectators dressed in green. Parade starts at 12PM at Balbo and Columbus, proceeding north on Columbus Drive.

Saturday 15 Chicago Flower & Garden Show Navy Pier hosts the annual Chicago Flower & Garden Show. Learn about gardening and landscaping techniques and get ideas for landscape designs and green products for your gardens. Listen to seminars and watch cooking demonstrations. With more than 100 vendors and a children’s garden there’s something for everyone. Tickets: Adults $15$17. Children $5. Th,F,Sa: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Su, M, Tu, W: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Until March 23. Sponsored by Mariano’s Fresh Market. www.chicagoflower.com Saturday 22 Chicago Beer Festival Featuring local and international breweries, the Chicago Beer Festival returns to Union Station. Sample spring seasonal beers.

Attendees receive 30 taster vouchers. Cost: $40. Food sold separately. 225 S Canal St. 1PM – 4PM & 6PM – 9PM. No tickets sold at the door. Visit www.chicagobeerfestival.com for more info.

Sunday 23 Macy’s Flower & Garden Show Macy’s on State Street becomes home to millions of flowering plants. Be amazed by th grand floral displays on the 9 floor. Special events include, music, cooking demonstrations. This year’s theme is The Secret Garden. Until April 13.

Visit www.macys.com/flowershow.

Monday 24 The Chicago Cultural Center Concerts.

Classical Monday Concert featuring Musicians Club of Women Award Winners in Concert Series featuring Ellen Huntington, flute/Lillian Lau, harp in Preston Bradley Hall.

Time:12:15 PM FREE. Sunday 30 Shamrock 8K Race Kick of the racing season with the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle! The world’s largest timed 8K race starts and ends in Grant Park and includes a post-race party.

8:30AM. www.shamrockshuffle.com

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Saturday 29 Camp Mariano’s Kids learn to identify the many fruits and vegetables available at Mariano’s through a scavenger hunt and older children learn to identify healthy foods by learning to read product labels at this fun educational event!

Each Camper will also create a snack using the colors of the rainbow fruits and veggies.

For kids ages 5-10. 10:00AM – 11:00AM. Register at www.marianos.com/LakeshoreEast.

Saturday 29 Lakeshore Sport & Fitness Open House New Eastside’s new gym is hosting an Open House for New Eastside and Lakeshore East residents and business owners. 10 AM – 2PM 211 N Stetson Avenue. P: (312) 856-1111 Visit www.lakeshoresf.com for more info.

Sunday 30 Neighborhoods of the World at Navy Pier ComEd presents Neighborhoods of the World Live performances. Noon – 3PM. Sundays March 30 – Celebrate Africa, April 6 Celebrate Italy, April 13 – Celebrate India. Crystal Gardens @ Navy Pier 600 E Grand Ave. Visit www.navypier.com for more info.

Monday 31 White Sox Opener st White Sox vs. Twins home opener March 31 Us Cellular Field. 3:10PM. Also April 2 & 3.

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APRIL

Friday 4 Chicago Cubs Opener Chicago Cubs vs. Phillies home opener April th 4th kicks off the Wrigley Field 100 anniversary season. 1:20PM.

Saturday 5 Salvation Army Truck in New Eastside Salvation Army picks up in the New Eastside on the first Saturday of every month. Find the truck parked at the corner of N Field Blvd. and 400 E South Water St. 8:30 AM – NOON. Saturday 12 Spring Egg-Stravaganza @ Soldier Field Take part in the “largest candy grab in the city”! Stadium opens at 9AM with family friendly activities. Candy grab begins at 10AM on the field. FREE Visit www.soldierfield.net for more info.

Easter Sunday April 20, 2014 Saturday 17 The Lurie Garden Free Adult and Family Workshops Get started gardening today workshop.

10AM – 12PM. Discover the brilliance of this 5-acre urban garden by attending hands-on family and adult workshops, lectures and guided tours.

Our numerous classes range from gardeninspired art to horticulture classes.

Visit www.luriegarden.org for more info.

Wednesday 23 Wrigley Field turns 100! th Wrigley field will celebrate its 100 birthday with cake, special entertainment, games and more. Cubs fans are invited to the “Party of the Century” throughout the 2014 season.

Visit www.chicago.cubs.mbl.com for more info.

Saturday 26 Earth Day Parks & Reserves Clean-Up Join Friends of the Parks’ county- wide effort th for the 25 Annual Earth Day and Parks & Reserves Clean-Up. Volunteer to clean up a neighborhood park. 9AM – NOON. www.earthdaychicago.com.

Earth Day April 22, 2014 April 30 – May 11 Joffrey Ballet presents Romeo & Juliet The US Premier of Shakespeare’s masterpiece is performed by the Joffery Ballet at the Auditorium Theatre 50 E Congress Parkway. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com

MAY Saturday 3 Children’s kite festival Kids can fly free paper kites, run around outdoors, get their faces painted, and do crafts at Chicago Kids and Kites Festival on Cricket Hill near N Lake Shore Dr. & Montrose. Free.

Saturday 17 Spring Planting Day in Lakeshore East Park Get your gardening gloves and join your neighbors in the park on the annual Spring Planting Day. Volunteers can help to install plants for the season. Help make the park come to life and watch what you plant grow through summer! 8AM Lakeshore East Park.

Charles “Peanut” Tillman 5K Saturday, March 8, 2014. Soldier Field @ 9:00AM Registration: $40 Green Beer 5k Saturday, March 15, 2014. Soldier Field @ 9:00 AM Registration: $50-$55 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K Sunday, March 30, 2014. Grant Park @ 8:30 AM Registration: $45 Start Early 5K & 10 K Run/Walk Saturday, April 13, 2014. Grant Park @ 10:00 AM Registration: $25 - $45 Bunny Rock 5K Chicago Saturday, April 19, 2014. Grant Park @ 9:00 AM. Registration: $35 - $80 Breakthrough for Brain Tumors Chicago 5K Sunday, April 27, 2014. Soldier Field @ 8:30 AM Registration Fee: $35 Rave Run Chicago 5K Saturday, April (TBD), 2014. Grant Park @ 8:30 PM Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer (5K) Saturday, May 3, 2014. US Cellular Field @ 9:30AM Registration: $30 - $50 Run to Remember (5K) Saturday, May 3, 2014. Gold Star Families Memorial & Park 8:00 AM. Registration: $45 The Glo Run 5K Saturday, May 3, 2014. Grant Park @ 8:15 PM Registration: $50 Komen Chicago Mother’s Day Race for the Cure (10K & 5K) Sunday, May 11, 2014. Grant Park @ 8:00 AM Move for the Kids 5K Walk/Run Sunday, May 18, 2014. Soldier Field @ 8:00 AM Registration: $35 Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 10K Sunday, May 18, 2014. Lakeshore East @ 7:00AM Registration: $45 - $80 JPMorgan Chase Corporate Challenge Thursday, May 22, 2014. Grant Park @ 7:00 PM Registration: $47 Soldier Field 10 Mile Saturday, May 24, 2014. Soldier Field @ 10:00AM Registration: $80 -$90

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