Wrigley Field Vaccine Appointments
Open 9 a.m. Tuesday
Summer Jobs with the Park District
Expanded Library Hours
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Dear Neighbors:
The Vaccination site at Wrigley Field opened Monday. The site operated by Advocate Aurora Health and located in the American Airline Conference Center at 1119 W. Waveland Avenue will provide inoculations for up to 2,000 people each day. Read all Covid related updates here.
While the Wrigley site is already fully booked for this week, more appointments will be available Tuesday morning at ZocDoc starting at 9 a.m. I encourage you to go on the site at that time.
Vaccines are still available from your health care provider, these pharmacies and stores, and the county:
You can also check ilvaccine.org, which is a volunteer-run site that identifies vaccine availability.
While appointments are added daily at all locations, they are still filling up fast, so you will need to check locations often. If you need help navigating some of this, please call our office at 773-348-9500, and we will help you.
While happy to see this progress, I continue to be concerned about the number of cases in our community—and especially the rising number among those under 30. Please remain vigilant, wear a mask, practice social distancing, and get vaccinated.
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One Summer Chicago Jobs
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot and the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS) today announced the launch of the 2021 One Summer Chicago (OSC) application.
OSC 2021 will run from July 5 to August 13 and will include remote and socially distanced, in-person job and life-skills training for youth ages 14 to 24. The application deadline is Friday, June 11 here. More than 21,000 slots are available.
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Chicago Park District Hiring
The Chicago Park District is hiring for several summer positions. To learn more and apply, click here. |
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Parks, Jobs, and Equity Act
One in 3 Americans don’t have a park close to home.
We can change that—but we need your help.
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Lincoln Park Library Expanded Hours
The Lincoln Park Branch Library hours have been expanded to seven hours each day:
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- Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays, 12 to 7 p.m.
- Fridays and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
COVID-19 regulations remain in effect:
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- Patron capacity is limited to 25 persons at a time, and seating capacity is reduced.
- Face masks are required for ages 3 and up and it is suggested that you limit visits to 1 hour maximum.
- A reduced number of public computers are available for use. Socially distanced computer assistance is available for a maximum of 10 minutes.
- In-person reference assistance through the plexiglass screen at the Circulation Desk is limited to 10 minutes.
- Library cash operations are currently suspended. Patrons are currently allowed to print up to 25 free pages per day.
Read more about the library’s Covid-19 response here, and you can call the Lincoln Park Branch at (312) 744-1926.
Online holds and pickups of library materials are still encouraged.
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2020 Property Tax Exemptions Deadline Extended Until April 9
Exemption applications for the 2020 Tax Year are now open.
If you received any of the below exemptions for the 2019 tax year, you do NOT need to reapply. The following exemptions will auto-renew and will be seen on the second installment of property tax bills:
Households will receive confirmation of the auto-renewal of these exemptions for their homes.
Exemption applications are now available on the assessor’s website here. The deadline for exemptions is April 9. The Assessor’s Office will host a Virtual Assistance Day on Thursday, April 1 to provide property owners with personalized exemption guidance. Click here to book an appointment.
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Reminder: Street Sweeping has Begun
A reminder that street sweeping began April 1.
Click here for the April schedule.
Mud, leaves, and other debris are the major causes of spring sewer backups and street flooding.
If you landscape in your parkway, make sure wood chips and dirt do not enter the sewer system. If you are able, please clear that debris from your curb lanes.
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43rd Ward Shredding & Recycling Event
Sunday, April 25th
Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
2430 N Cannon Drive
(in the brick paver lot)
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Start collecting your electronic recyclables and papers to shred.
We will be hosting a 43rd Ward Shredding and Recycling Event at the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum during Earth Month.
There is a limit of two bankers boxes of paper per person.
Masks are required and social distancing will be strictly enforced.
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Alcott School LSC
The Alcott Local School Council (LSC) is looking for a new member to fill a vacancy in one of its community representative positions beginning on May 1, 2021.
Any community member is eligible to serve as a community representative if he/she is 18 years or older and:
- Resides in Alcott Elementary’s attendance area
- Is not the parent or legal guardian of a child currently enrolled at that school; and
- Is not an employee of the CPS Board. Regular meetings are held once per month and are open to the public.
At meetings, the LSC hears and discusses updates on school activities and school-related issues. LSC responsibilities also include monitoring the school's continuous work improvement plan, addressing budget issues, and conducting Principal hiring and evaluations. Serving on the LSC is a great opportunity to volunteer and get connected with the Alcott community. If you know someone who might be interested in serving as a community representative, please have them contact the LSC's chair, Nate Galer or Alcott's Principal, Mr. Estrada.
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Gabriel’s Light
43rd Ward-based Gabriel’s Light’s mission is to prevent youth suicide through outreach, programs, and funding related to education, cyber safety and kindness campaigns.
The organization partners with a select few likeminded organizations and provide resources to parents, educators, and kids to inspire life-saving action.
Youth Ambassador Program
The Youth Ambassador Program allows tweens and teens to earn volunteer hours, practice skills, and contribute to an important cause.
Tweens and teens can apply through April 9. Program participants will learn about Gabriel’s Light and will design and launch an engaging social media campaign. They will learn about creating marketing campaigns from strategy to concept to execution. Youth Ambassadors will use their social media accounts to help promote the campaign they help create which will be focused on suicide prevention education and spreading kindness.
Learn more and apply here.
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Free Business Education Webinars
The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection (BACP) is offering free business education webinars on Wednesday afternoons and Friday mornings.
Topics include business licensing, operations, financial resources, marketing, and more. Programs are free, open to all, and taught by professionals in industry, not-for-profits, and government agencies.
Wednesday, 4/7 Webinar at 3:00 PM
City Inspections - Ask Questions, Get Answers
Presented by the City of Chicago
Friday, 4/9 Webinar at 9:30 AM
Better Business Opportunities Through Networking
Presented by Chase for Business
Wednesday, 4/14 Webinar at 3:00 PM
Obtaining a Liquor License in the City of Chicago
Presented by BACP
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Doctors and Health Care Practices
Bids Open for Mobile and Strike Team Vaccination Providers
The City of Chicago has opened a Request for Proposal (RFP) for COVID-19 vaccination mobile and strike team operations. The solicitation will be open through April 9th. The RFP (Solicitation Number 7930,1) can be accessed here.
The RFP is aimed at providing vaccination capacity in designated underserved communities in the city. For more details click here.
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