March/April

2017

IN THIS ISSUE:

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

President’s Message ………....…2 Page

Member Information

New members……………....… 4 Page

Community Events ………........ 5 Page

Chamber Events

Business After Hours ….8, 9,10 &

11Page

Photo Gallery……………....6 & 7 Page

Heath & Safety Expo………. 12 Page

March/April Calendar…....13 Page

The Networker is a publication

of the

Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce.

5120 Museum Drive

Oak Lawn, IL 60453

(708) 424-8300

Fax (708) 229-2236

www.oaklawnchamber.com

office@oaklawnchamber.com

Mission Statement:

“The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce works to represent and advance the Oak Lawn business com-

munity, striving with constant integrity, fairness and cooperation to promote and improve the eco-

nomic atmosphere, business climate and image of Oak Lawn.”

Welcome 2017 Board of Directors

Oak Lawn Chamber Members and supporters gathered on Saturday, January 21st at the Hilton Chicago-Oak Lawn to honor the 2017 Officers and Directors during the 71th Annual Installation Dinner.

The evening began with cocktails, followed by opening

remarks from emcee, Anne Marie Casey of Annie’s, and Instal-

lation of the Board of Directors.

Chamber member Mike Abdallah of Style 95 was rec-

ognized as the 2016 business award winner. Congratulations

Mike!

The Installation of the 2017 Board of Directors was lead

by Mayor Dr. Sandra Bury. Incoming President, Adam Wood-

worth of The Oak Lawn Children’s Museum spoke about his

upcoming role and the importance of being involved in the

community.

The Chamber would like to thank all the Board Mem-

bers for volunteering their time to make this Chamber success-

ful

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2017 Officers and Directors

President

Adam Woodworth (The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn)

1st

Vice President

Vicki Scanlon (Standard Bank)

2nd

Vice President

Kevin Mathers (KGM Home Inspection)

Treasurer

Dr. Katie Narbone (Complete Vision Care)

Secretary

Erin Foley (Oak Lawn Public Library)

Immediate Past President

Larry Lehman (Southland Accounting &Tax)

Term Expiring 12/31/17

Carmen Abascal (I Love Blue Pencils)

Peggy Burke (First American Bank)

Joe Cwiklinski (Century 21 Affiliated)

Bernard Deir (Midwest Business Consulting)

Kathleen Farrell (Oak Lawn Bank & Trust)

Will Gilliam (Advocate Christ Medical Center)

Jim Makina (Allegra Print & Marketing)

Ginger Morgan (Thompson & Kuenster F.H.)

Don Murphy (American Family Insurance)

Greg Greiman (Hayes Local Marketing)

Charlie Shirk (Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn)

Term Expiring 12/31/18

Mike Abdallah (Style 95 Barber Shop)

Paul Belsky (St. Xavier University)

George Cachares (Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center)

Phil Costello (Oak Lawn Park District)

Dr. David Finkelstein (Oak Lawn Foot & Ankle)

Eileen Kerlin-Walsh (Law Office of Eileen Kerlin-Walsh)

Jose Pareja (JP Architects, Ltd.)

Steve Radice (Village of Oak Lawn)

Mike Riordan (Oak Lawn Community High School)

Jeff Reynolds (Nothing Bundt Cakes)

Mike Sutko (World Travel Mart)

Chamber Staff

Julie Miller - Executive Director

Jennifer Villafan - Administrative Assistant

President’s Message

When I took office as your 2017 President, many

people have asked me what I hoped to accom-

plish this year. I can sum it up in one word: val-

ue. The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn has

been a chamber member for over a decade and

I’ve learned three things during that time about

how to receive the best value for our member-

ship.

First, you’ll want to show up. Simply joining the chamber is great, but if

you want to get more referrals from other chamber members, you have

to be in front of them. They need to know who you are. Chamber

events like the afterhours, the luncheons, the ribbon cuttings, the golf

outing and the Lunch-and-Learns are great ways to meet other business

professionals.

Second, you’ll want to get involved. Showing up is important and that

gets people to know who you are and what business you represent.

But, why stop there? If you join just one of our many chamber commit-

tees, you’ll have an opportunity to engage people at a deeper level. A

great first committee to get involved with is our Shop Small Saturday

committee or our Membership Directory committee.

Finally, don’t expect the magic to happen overnight. Business profes-

sionals don’t attend luncheons to make sales to each other. We attend

the luncheons as part of the relationship building process. I might run

into someone a week after the luncheon who says, “I could use profes-

sional carpet cleaner for my business, do you know anyone?” I’m going

to say, “Yes, as a matter of fact, I just had lunch with Orville last week.

Expert Carpet Cleaning is his business. Give him a call.”

Our chamber sets up the opportunities to help you network and build

the relationships you need to see your business grow. Put in the time

and you won’t be disappointed with the results.

Adam Woodworth

Chamber of Commerce President

Follow The Chamber!

www.oaklawnchamber.com

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2017 Bonanza Raffle on Sale! Each ticket price is $10 and four winners are picked each month: one $100 winner, one $50 winner and two $25 win-ners.

Buy now! 44 chances to win

with each ticket!

Congratulations to winners

January $100 Vicki Scanlon

$50 Dr. David Finkelstein

$25 Oak Lawn Community High School Dist 229

$25 Frank G. Meile, CPA

February $100 Webb Chevrolet

$50 Frank Meile CPA

$25 Adam Woodworth

$25 Bud Stalker

2017 CHAMBER

Ambassador Meetings

Business After Hours

Luncheon

Lunch & learns

Multi Business After Hours

New & Perspective Breakfast

Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies

State of the Village Address

Please check the calendar on page 13

or the Chamber website for time and

location. All events are posted on our

website: www.oaklawnchamber.com

Your Chamber at a Glance

Business to Business About 2 weeks ago on a Saturday night we had 2 of our roof heaters go out at the Oak Lawn VFW. It was 55 degrees in our banquet hall and we had a party booked that night. Joe Stachon, our quartermaster, called around 15 different heating and air conditioning places around the Oak Lawn area using a Google search. Every one of them said they couldn't get out until Monday. Joe then grabbed the Chamber directory that was on his desk and called Chicagoland Heating and Air Con-ditioning who is in the book as a Chamber Member. They came out within the hour and had us up and running before the party started. They then ordered parts and had a perma-nent fix in place by the end of the week. I just wanted to pass this note along to say that we are grateful to Chicagoland Heating and Air Conditioning for helping out the Oak Lawn VFW. We are proud members of the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce.

If you had a good experience with another chamber member tell us your story so we can let everyone know!

Business of the Week Email Blast Program—Spots

Available for 2017

Member of the Week email blast program.

Designed to put YOU in the spotlight, this program

allows information about your business, upcoming

events, specials, and more to be sent to nearly 1000+

registered email subscribers. You can even include

logo, photos, even links to your website!

These blast go out each Monday and spots are re-

served in advance and taken on a first come, first-

served basis. The cost to participate is $25 a week.

If you are interested in one of these Monday Blasts,

please contact the Chamber office for a schedule.

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Andromeda Technology Solutions

Mike Matariyeh

16624 W 159th St Suite 600

Lockport, IL 60441

815-836-0030

www.WeNetwork.com

Cosme Landscape & Maintenance

Traci or Jackie

11546 S Austin

Alsip, IL 60803

708-636-6720

www.cosmelawncare.com

Exit Realty Redefined

Roger Jenisch

6161 W 95th St

Oak Lawn, IL 60453

773-682-8771

www.exitrealtydefined.com

First Secure Bank & Trust

Scott Hamer

10360 S Roberts Rd

Palos Hills, IL 60465

708-430-5000

www.firstsecurebank.com

H & D Maintenance

George Dempsey

9748 S Brandt Ave

Oak Lawn, IL 60453

708-636-2757

Mass Interact

Paul Duffy

10115 S Fairfield Ave

Chicago, IL 60655

773-851-8101

www.massinteract.com

WELCOME TO OUR

NEWEST MEMBERS

Business of the Week at the

Oak Lawn Farmers’ Market

Summer is just around the corner, and

once again the Village of Oak Lawn will

host a Farmers’ Market beginning

Wednesday, June 7th at Cook and Dumke

Drive, outside the Oak Lawn Public Li-

brary.

Again this year, the Chamber will offer a

spot for a member per week to be our

featured at the Chamber table. Spots will

be reserved on a first-come, first-served

basis. Reservations will open on April

3rd . The cost to reserve the spot will be

$25.00. (The market is open rain or shine,

so the fee is non-refundable.)

NOTE: The business must provide

their own table and chairs. They are

welcome to bring a tent. The Chamber

has a tent available for use (at no charge)

however, the business is re-sponsible for

transport, set-up and take down of the

tent.

For more information, contact the Chamber

office. (708) 424-8300 or

office@oaklawnchamber.com

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

LUNCH

& LEARN

When: Wednesday, April 19th

Time: 11:30 Networking & Lunch

12:00 Presentation

Where: Oak Lawn Public Library, Downstairs

Topic: “Drive New Business with Social Media – Guide to Successful So-

cial Media Marketing”

Saturday March 4th &

Sunday March 5th

Journey To Wholeness

9501 New England

One Year Anniversary Celebration

12:00 PM—6:00 PM

Are you unsure about which wellness service is best for your

personal growth, health and healing? Join us for a weekend of

high vibrational energy and fun! Admission is Free! Saturday

March 4th & Sunday March 5th 12pm to 6pm 9501 New Eng-

land Ave. Oak Lawn, IL www.journeytowholeness.org

708.634.3664 Spots Fill

Fast.

Saturday March 4th 8:00AM-3:00PM

Southside Baptist School is having a Fundraiser Resale in the

school gym 5220 W 105th St

Friday March 10,17 8:00PM Saturday March 11,18 -

8:00 PM Sunday March 12,19 3:00PM

Oak Lawn Park District Production of Joseph and the Amazing

Technicolor Dreamcoat

$23 adults $22 for children 12 and under , Seniors 60 and

over. For more information

Or to buy tickets 708-857-2200

Wednesday, March 15th 9:00AM-2:00PM

Southside Baptist School is having an open house 5220 W

105th St

Friday, March 24th

Breakfast With Yours Legislators

Belvedere Chateau 8055 West 103rd Street Palos Hills, IL

7:30 AM—7:45 Registration & Networking

Join members of the Southwest Conference of Mayor

to meet with our Area State legislators to hear an update

on issues affecting our region,

Saturday, April 1

Oak Lawn Park district Dog’Gone Easter egg hunt bring your

pooch and join the Oak Lawn Park District at their new Easter

egg hunt for dogs 9910 S Melvina 10:00-12:30PM for more infor-

mation visit www.olparks.com

Saturday, April 8

Oak Lawn Park District Stoney Creek Golf Course Annual East-

er egg hunt that includes an age-segmented, search for eggs

For more information please call 708-857-2200

Tuesday, April 11

South Side Baptist School

5220 W. 105th St.

Family Fun Night

Join us for an open house event.

Pulled pork and sides will be served along with some fun for

everyone!

Entertainment will include face painting, jump house, crafts and

games.

Please come and enjoy the fellowship, the food, and the family!

Saturday, April 15

Skate with the Easter bunny 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM at the Oak

Lawn ice arena 9320 S Kenton for more information

708-857-5173

Friday April 21, Saturday April 22, Sunday April 23

The Oak Lawn Art Commission is hosting its first “pop-up” art

exhibit at Art Clay World 4535 Southwest Highway deadline

for submission is March 15, 2017

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Business After Hours

Clancy’s Pizza Pub

February Luncheon

Installation Dinner

CHAMBER PHOTO GALLERY

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CHAMBER PHOTO GALLERY

Business After

Juicy Luzy

Ribbon Cutting Raising Cains

Business After

Gilda’s Club

Ribbon Cutting Jersey Mike’s

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Business After Hours ~ March Eileen Kerlin Walsh

RSVP HERE

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Business After Hours ~ March Multi-Chamber

RSVP HERE

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Business After Hours ~ April Nothing Bundt Cake

RSVP HERE

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Business After Hours ~ April Mercy Circle

RSVP HERE

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Click Here for Registration

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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7 8 Ambassador Meeting BAH Kerlin-Walsh

9 10 11

12 13 14 March Luncheon

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19 20 21

22 BAH Multi-Chamber

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26 27 28 Executive officers Meeting

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March 2017

April 2017

April 5th Business After Hours Nothing Bundt Cake 5:00-7:00PM 10912 S Cicero Ave Oak Lawn, IL 60453 April 8th Annual Health & Safety 9:00Am-1:00PM Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School 5345 W 99th St April 11th Chamber luncheon Hilton Oak Lawn registration 11:30 AM Lunch 12:00 April 19th Lunch & Learn Oak Lawn Public Library Downstairs registration 11:30 presen-tation starts at 12:00 April 25th Executive meeting 10:00 AM Chamber Office April 27th Business After Hours Mercy Cir-cle 5:00-7:00 PM 3659 W 99th St Chicago,

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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2 3

4 5 BAH Nothing Bundt Cake

6 7 8 Annual Health & Safety Expo

9 10 11 April Luncheon

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13 14 15

16 17 18 19 Lunch & Learn

20 21 22

23 24 25 Executive Officers Meeting Ronald McDonald

26 27 BAH Mercy Circle

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March 8th Ambassador Committee Meeting 10:00 AM Corner Bakery 9621 S Cicero Ave March 8th Business After Hours Eileen Ker-lin-Walsh Law 5:00-7:00 PM 11301 S Harlem Ave March 14th Chamber luncheon Oak Lawn Community High School 9400 Southwest high-way 11:30 Registration 12:00 Lunch March 22nd Business After Hours Multi Chamber (Hayes Local Marketing, KGM Home Inspections, Zeal Wellness) at Oak Lawn Met-ra Station 5120 Museum Dr 5:30-7:30 PM March 28th Executive officers Meeting 10:00 AM Chamber Office