January - 2009
Get Informed
Small & Home-Based Business
Network
Wednesday, January 14, 12:00 Noon
At the Chamber's Offices, One Rotary Center, Suite 860,
1560 Sherman Avenue
Small Business Retirement Plans 101
Now that your small or home based business is established, it’s a great time to think about putting away money for retirement even in these tough economic times. Did you know that in 2009 you can shelter up to $49,000 of your income from taxes with an easy to set up retirement plan?
The January meeting is dedicated to exploring the different types of retirement plans available for the small business owner. Mike Willman from Blue Sky Investment Partners, Inc. will give you insight on the most cost effective and easiest to administer retirement plans for your small business and discuss a range of plans including SEP and Simple IRA Plans to secure your future. As always, you bring your lunch and we provide the drinks and food for thought.
Cost: There is no charge to attend the Home-Based Business Network
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For more information: email to info@evchamber.com
Get There
Presidential Inauguration Luncheon Hosted by The Chamber and Mayor Lorraine Morton
Tuesday, January 20, 10:00 a.m.
Hotel Orrington, 1710 Orrington Avenue
Join your friends and colleagues in the Evanston business community to celebrate the historic inauguration of Barack Obama as the 44th President of the United States. Watch live on big screens the procession and swearing-in of the new President, as well as the highly-anticipated Inaugural Speech.
The ceremonies will be followed by a buffet lunch and you can view the parade down Pennsylvania Avenue from the U.S. Capitol to the White House.
Cost: $10.00 for Members; $15.00 for Non-Member Guests
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How To Register Online Instructions
Online Registration Prices:
$8.00 for Members;
$13.00 for Non-Member Guests
For more information: email to info@evchamber.com
Get Together Business After Hours
Tuesday, January 21, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Mitchell Museum of the American Indian
3001 Central Street
www.mitchellmuseum.org
The Mitchell Museum of the American Indian is the only museum in the Chicagoland area focusing on the art, history, and culture of the North American Native people. Permanent exhibits are dedicated to the Native cultures of the Woodlands, Plains, Southwest, Northwest Coast and Arctic regions of North America. Each gallery contains a "touching table" where visitors can handle real examples of Indian artifacts, as well as feel the raw materials - including snakeskin, caribou fur, birch bark, turquoise and buffalo skin - that were used by Native Americans. Since words do not fully describe the atmosphere, please take this opportunity to experience the Mitchell Museum and join other Chamber members and guests at this "gem" on the northwest side of Evanston.
Cost: $6.00 for Members; $12.00 for Guests
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How to Register Online Instructions
Online Registration Prices:
$4.00 for Members
$10.00 for Non-Member Guests
For more information:
email to info@evchamber.com
Get With the Scene
Young Professionals of Evanston presents...
YPE Blues Night
Thursday, January 22, 5:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Tommy Nevin's Pub
1450 Sherman Avenue
www.tommynevins.com
Melt away the winter blues with a night of HOT Blues at Tommy Nevin’s Pub with the Young Professionals of Evanston (YPE). Enjoy live music on a chilly night featuring Sam and the Buccas, a local blues band. Tommy Nevin's has been designed to replicate the authentic feel and warmth of the pubs and restaurants you would find on the Emerald Isle. Tommy Nevin's motto is "Always remember: There are no strangers here; only friends who have not yet met."
Don’t miss this great night of live entertainment and good cheer at a traditional Irish Pub!
Cost: $10.00 for Members; $15.00 for Non-Member Guests
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How to Register Online Instructions
Online Registration Prices:
$8.00 for Members
$13.00 for Non-Member Guests
For more information: email to info@ypevchamber.org
Get Connected
Networking Breakfast
Tuesday, January 27, 7:45 - 9:15 a.m.
AIROOM, 6825 N. Lincoln Avenue, Lincolnwood
(4 blocks South of Touhy at Lincoln)
www.airoom.com
AIROOM, Custom Remodeling Specialists, have been transforming homes and businesses for over 50 years. AIROOM knows that improving & living environments add value to one of your most important investments. Improve and transform your networking techniques while creating a solid foundation for your business in 2009. Our Networking Breakfast is one of your best marketing tools as a Chamber member. You never know what networking format we will use but it will be fun, challenging and productive - be ready to grow your business. Bring plenty of business cards and marketing materials and "Kick off" your day with new business leads for the New Year. AIROOM continues to celebrate its anniversary by offering participants a chance to win a Blu-Ray DVD Player compliments of AIROOM Home Electronics!
Cost: $10.00 for Members; $15.00 for Guests
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How to Register Online Instructions
Online Registration Prices:
$8.00 for Members
$13.00 for Guests
For more information: email to info@evchamber.com
Get Motivated
Connect Multi-Chamber Networking Breakfast
Participating Chambers Are:
DBR, Evanston, Glenview, Glencoe, Lincolnwood,
Morton Grove, Niles, Northbrook,
Northfield, Skokie,
Wheeling/Prospect Heights,
Wilmette & Winnetka
Wednesday, January 28, 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.
in The Monaco Room - Top Floor
Doubletree Hotel & Conference Center
Chicago North Shore, 9599 Skokie Blvd., Skokie
(near Old Orchard Shopping Center at Golf Road & Skokie Blvd.)
Multiply your networking potential! Promote your business to an expanded audience made up of Members from the above 13 participating Chambers. Members looking for a productive networking experience will enjoy the structured format of this program, which gives each participant an opportunity to speak to a receptive audience about his/her company’s products and services. Table sponsorships are available for $35.00.
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7:30 a.m. Informal networking over hot buffet breakfast
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Promptly at 7:45 a.m. table assignments will be given - everyone will go to first table assigned to them
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Everyone will give 2 minute presentations and network at the 1st table - this process will repeat two more times. In addition, everyone will receive a contact list of pre-registered participants.
REGISTER EARLY AND ARRIVE ON TIME - ANY SEAT
NOT TAKEN BY 7:45 A.M. WILL BE GIVEN TO
THOSE ON A WAITING LIST
Cost: $20.00 for Members; $30.00 for Non-Member Guests
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How to Register Online Instructions
Online Registration Prices:
$18.00 for Members
$28.00 for Non-Member Guests
For more information: email to info@evchamber.com
Annual Regional Legislative Outlook Breakfast
Friday, January 30, 7:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Hilton Garden Inn, 1818 Maple Avenue
At a time when Illinois faces both serious economic and political crises, The Evanston Chamber presents a unique opportunity for you to listen to and meet with Evanston's state and federal legislative team. Make your reservations now!
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8:00 – 8:30 a.m. Introductions and Panel Discussion:
With a Governor's future hanging in the balance, a vacant U.S. Senate seat, and a new President from Illinois taking office, you'll get the inside scoop from Springfield and Washington in what promises to be one of the most lively breakfasts we've ever held.
Breakout Sessions Format: Attendees move into small group sessions with each legislator. Choose two sessions, one from Session A and one from Session B. Each group session is scheduled concurrently. Session reservations are on a first-come, first-serve basis with a maximum of
25 attendees per session. The idea behind this format is
to give audience members and legislators an opportunity to talk more substantively about specific topics.
8:40 – 9:00 a.m. Session A
Show (or don't show) Me the Money:
Campaign Finance Reform and Ethics Legislation
at the federal, state and county levels.
Each legislator will host a discussion
on an aspect of this issue. Choose one legislator to attend their session.
9:10 – 9:30 a.m. Session B
Business Issues Open Question and Answer Session.
Each legislator will host a discussion on business issues raised by you. Choose
one legislator to attend their session.
Cost: $15.00 for Members; $20.00 for Non-Member Guests
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How to Register Online Instructions
Online Registration Prices:
$13.00 for Members
$18.00 for Non-Member Guests
For more information, email to info@evchamber.com
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