Interview with Skokie's Own Randy Miles and Chamber Director Howard Meyer

The intrepid reporter from Ageless North Shore ventures into downtown Skokie to look for the brains behind local revitalization efforts.

Do-It-Yourself Advertising at Skokie Public Library

If you want to develop new marketing strategies but don't have the money to hire a professional or buy the equipment necessary to take advantage of newer online media then you may want to check out the new Digital Media Lab at Skokie Public Library.

ABLE! Offers Two-Week Work Readiness Class For Veterans Starting March 8

National Able Network, 180 N. Wabash in Chicago, starts a two-week work readiness training class March 8th for veterans who seek to sharpen their job readiness skills.

 

Able!'s class for veterans will specifically tackle:

 

  • Resume writing
  • Job interviewing skills
  • Job searches
  • Career development
  • Professionalism
  • Networking
  • Succeeding in competitive market
  • Job placement.

Training is offered at no cost to qualifying veterans.

Edward Jones - Women's Initiative for New Growth Strategies

In celebration of International Women's Day, March 8th, Edward Jones is making a special effort to educate women about the opportunities available to them in a career as a financial advisor.

 

Edward Jones has a program focused on assisting women financial advisors The goal of the Women's Initiative for New Growth Strategies (WINGS) is to substantially increase the number of women financial advisors who work for Edward Jones.  The WINGS program is dedicated to supporting the recruitment, retention and leadership development of women financial advisors.

Skokie Officials Extend Closing Time Of Curragh Irish Pub

Currah Irish PubCurrah Irish Pub

 

By Mike Isaacs
Of The Skokie Review

 

 

Owners of the Curragh Irish Pub have reached a compromise with the village over closing hours for its outdoor patio beer garden on the 820

Skokie Chef Wins Bronze Medal In National Culinary Contest

 

Chefs' hats off to Skokian John Reed for winning a bronze medal in an American Culinary Federation cooking contest and being among 15 finalists who will vy for the chance to perform in the world's 2012  culinary "Olympics."

 

Reed, 45, owner of Customized Culinary Solutions, competed against 25 other chefs in a "grueling" 17-hour "cold foods" culinary competiti

Whoo Yoo! Enter Westfield Old Orchard's Raffle To Win Jimmy Choo Shoes (And Don't Forget Valentine's Day!)

 

Indulge yourself and your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day at Westfield Old Orchard.

 

Between now and Sunday, visit the Westfield Concierge and register to win a free pair of Jimmy Choo shoes – how lovely.

 

Plus, when you present $200 in same-day receipts dated from February 1-14 from shops and restaurants in the center, you will receive a $20 Westfield Gift Card.

 

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Duxler Complete Auto Joins Fight Against Breast Cancer Through February

 

Duxler Complete Auto Care is supporting the fight against Breast Cancer during its February Ladies' Days Celebration.

 

The company will donate $2 for every oil change performed on Thursdays during the month of February to the Chicagoland Area Affiliate of the Susan G.

Fresh Stores Arriving this Spring at Westfield Old Orchard - BCBG Max Azria, Francesca’s Collections, Yankee Candle and Zumiez

It’s almost too much for fashionistas to take in at once. Four fresh, new stylish retailers will open this spring at the North Shore’s preeminent shopping destination, Westfield Old Orchard in Skokie.

Diana Hunter & Larry Mandel at Chamber After Hours

Diana Hunter & Larry Mandel at Chamber After Hours

Diana Hunter, President Emerita of the Skokie Library Board of Trustees, shares some great food and a good time with Larry Mandel of Piser Chapel at the recent Chamber After Hours at McCormick and Schmick's in Skokie. Attendees savored steak sandwiches, bruschetta with scallops and salsa, tuna, and other delicious hors d'oeuvres. Skokie' Chamber sponsors several opportunities for networking each month. For more information, call them at 847.673.0240.

Local business Radiant Website Design featured in December newsletter of Skokie Chamber

Radiant Website Design is a business you should know.  They were featured in the Business spotlight of the December newsletter of the Skokie Chamber of Commerce.  The text follows below:

Radiant Website Design – Helping Businesses Succeed

Illinois Nut and Candy Offers Concessions at the Skokie Theatre

Illinois Nut and Candy Offers Concessions at the Skokie Theatre

Dave Levine of Illinois Nut and Candy offers his delicacies to attendees of the Skokie Theatre's production of Love Letters. Theater goers could select candy for a dollar a piece, with all proceeds benefiting Skokie Theatre.

Deb Mattes

Deb Mattes

Ann Urbach of Metro Maintenance, Deb Mattes of Westfield Old Orchard, and Diane Winter of Reliable Mail, share a moment for the camera at a Chamber Member Orientation held in January at Skokie Library. The Chamber developed this program to assist business owners in getting the most out of their membership.

Growing Your Small Business Crain's Online Finance Seminar

Tuesday, January 26, 2010
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. (CST) Whether you're starting a small business or expanding to seize new opportunities, your business needs the right financing at the right time. It may seem that capital is hard to come by, but it's out there. Hear from Judith Roussel, the District Director for Illinois, at the U.S. Small Business Administration, who will speak to opportunities for growth and financing that's available today and into 2010. The seminar will cover these topics:

SkokieNet Launches New Video On Favorite Holiday Memories!

 SkokieNet interviews attendees of the Skokie Chamber of
Commerce's Annual Holiday Party & Auction (Dec 15 09) about their

ORT Technical Institute Hosts Upwardly Global Tuesday, Jan. 12th

Have you earned a degree in your home country? Do you have work experience? Are you underemployed now making minimum wage? Are you a permanent U.S. resident and authorized to work in the U.S.? 

 

Skokie Hospital Celebrates 50 Years As Member Of Skokie Chamber

Congratulations to Skokie Hospital for 50 years of membership with the Skokie Chamber of Commerce!

 

Style Confidence Now Offered

Personal Shopper Service Now at Westfield® Old Orchard

 

Are you one of the many who love fashion, but are not quite sure what styles and trends are right for you? Perhaps you’re making a career transition, eager to clean out your closet, or are simply in need of a little style advice. For anyone wishing to enhance or change their personal style, the services of a personal shopper are invaluable.

 

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