Berwyn Newsletter 2015 - Issue 4

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November 2015 Issue 4

MAGAZINE

STARBUCKS grand opening

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Torres Fresh Market

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Berwyn's 12 Days of Christmas

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BERWYN'S BEST Combo

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A quarterly publication by the Berwyn Development Corporation 3322 S. Oak Park Ave. • Berwyn, IL 60402 708-788-8100 • berwyn.net

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in his own words

MAL MONTOYA President BDC Board of Directors

Hello Berwyn!

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ow, what a great year for Berwyn! As the President of the Board of Directors of the Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC), I am proud to report that this year has been very successful for Berwyn, and specifically, for the BDC. Working with our public and private partners, we see a full spectrum of indicators that show the BDC's award winning work successfully transforming Berwyn into a preferred destination for new businesses and consumers alike.

During the past year, the BDC was fortunate to join the Mayor and other local officials as we officially welcomed eleven new businesses to Berwyn. Many of these new businesses are owned and operated by individuals who also live in Berwyn. We also welcomed Starbucks, an international store with locations in over 65 countries.

The new Starbucks is the first major tenant of our Berwyn Gateway Plaza Phase II development located on the northeast corner of Harlem and Cermak. As the BDC and its Board Members are always very proud to participate in ribbon cuttings, this particular event was significant for many reasons. Foremost, this grand opening represented the culmination of years of hard work by our

public and private partners and the coordination that goes into a major development. Working in concert to transform this major intersection is the purest definition of community development.

Secondly, and more importantly, these ribbon cuttings represent a continued investment into our fine city. They also speak directly to the vitality and vibrancy of Berwyn. Whether they are a national brand store or a fine locally owned offering, we look forward to our next ribbon cutting as these new businesses are what makes Berwyn so unique.

As we wind down this year and get ready to march into 2016, I’d like to thank all in Berwyn who’ve been responsible for the success we’ve garnered. I’d especially like to thank our Board of Directors as they give tirelessly to Berwyn. Undoubtedly, the new-year will bring new challenges and opportunities. I’m very confident that the BDC and Berwyn will continue to shine as an excellent choice for a new business or a family to call home.

Mal Montoya

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Berwyn’s first Starbucks has opened!

Located at the northeast corner of Cermak Road and Maple Avenue, the new 2,000 square foot coffee shop boasts two patios and an impressive drive-thru, making it easy to grab your coffee and go.

Berwyn MAGAZINE

BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS PRESIDENT

Mal Montoya VICE PRESIDENT, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

John Aranza

VICE PRESIDENT, CHAMBER SERVICES

Jousef Mondragon

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his is the first store to open in the second phase of the Berwyn Gateway Plaza project. The first phase brought the City of Berwyn six new national tenants, including Buffalo Wild Wings Grill & Bar, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Verizon Wireless, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Play N Trade and The Vitamin Shoppe. The second phase promises more quality tenants to go along with Starbucks, including Noodles & Company, Blaze Pizza, Betty’s Bistro and Fifth Third Bank. A total of over 18,000 square feet is being added in this second phase.

Starbucks Coffee is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain based in Seattle, Washington. It is the largest coffeehouse company in the world, with 22,766 stores in 65 countries and territories. Starbucks locations serve hot and cold beverages, whole-bean coffee, microground instant coffee, espresso, caffe latte, full-leaf teas, pastries and snacks.

Most stores also sell pre-packaged food items, hot and cold sandwiches and items such as mugs and tumblers.

TREASURER

Guy Hollis SECRETARY

Scott Lennon EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Anthony Griffin

DIRECTORS Christine Tully Aranza Tom Benson Alan Comella Jeff Janda Alba Lovero Jennifer Mitchell Brendan O’Connor Gilbert Peña Scott Steiner STAFF OFFICE MANAGER

Sande Brennan

DIRECTOR OF CHAMBER SERVICES

Amy M. Crowther RECEPTIONIST

Christina Pennell ACCOUNTANT

Peggy Harrington URBAN PLANNER

Kurtis Pozsgay, AICP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Judy Saraceno-Swenson

REGULARS

FEATURES

02 President’s Column

04 Torres Fresh Market

04 New Members

05 Charles E. Piper Award Dinner

06 Grand Openings

07 Find the Perfect Cup of Joe

08 “Hot Deals” Coupons

12 Small Business Improvements

09 “Hot Deals” Coupons

13 Berwyn's Best Combo

11 “Hot Deals” Coupons

15 Berwyn's 12 Days of Christmas

14 Partners in the Community

PROJECT MANAGER, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

Mark McGuire

PROJECT MANAGER, GRAPHIC DESIGN & COMMUNICATIONS

Paula Svora

BUSINESS OUTREACH COORDINATOR

Gerardo Zavala

Want to learn more about the City of Berwyn’s Tax Increment Financing (TIF) incentive, microloans, commercial loans or looking for properties that are for lease or sale?

Visit Berwyn.net and click on “Economic Development” for information on the programs that can assist your existing or new business.

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Torres Fresh Market now open in Berwyn Located on the northeast corner of 26th Street and Harvey Avenue, Torres Fresh Market opened in September providing east Berwyn with a much needed quality grocery store.

Torres Fresh Market spans approximately 16,000 square feet and has an adjacent dedicated parking lot. The store has some unique features to enhance the shopping experience, including ceiling skylights and wide aisles to prevent congestion.

Torres Fresh Market has a remarkable array of produce and meat that can be found at very reasonable prices, a large selection of baked goods made fresh daily, a taqueria and even an ice cream station inside of the entrance/exit so patrons can grab a cone on their way out the door.

Torres Fresh Market has knocked it out of the park with exceptional customer service and high quality products at affordable prices.

Welcome New Members AUGUST 2015 - OCTOBER 2015

AHIMSA YOGA STUDIO 3120 S Oak Park Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 708.476.6109 ahimsaoakparkyoga.com Yoga Studio

HOME HELPERS 7115 W North Ave, Ste 265 Oak Park, IL 60302 708.383.6949 homehelpershomecare.com/chisw Healthcare Services & Supplies

V BAR, INC. 2717 Ridgeland Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 708.788.6278 vbar-berwyn.com Bar & Lounge

BERWYN DENTAL CONNECTION 3340 S Oak Park Ave, #308 Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.0212 berwyndentalconnection.com Dentist & Dental Lab

PARAD-ICE 6816 W Windsor Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 708.317.4563 Facebook.com/ParadIceBerwyn Ice Cream Parlor & Snack Shop

VELTWAY CORPORATION 402 Lake St, #200 Oak Park, IL 60302 Facebook.com/TheVeltway Organization-Business

DRIVER JUST 4U INC 161 E Chicago, Unit 39E Chicago, IL 60611 773.259.3446 Transportation-Taxi & Limousine

PILSEN WELLNESS CENTER 2600 W Ridgeland Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 708.317.5926 pilsenwellnesscenter.org Mental Health Services

FIT CLUB 6936 Windsor Ave Berwyn, IL 60402 312.646.9797 fitclubdepot.com Health & Fitness

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STARBUCKS 7124 W Cermak Rd Berwyn, IL 60402 312.877.0464 starbucks.com Coffee Shop

WEDNESDAY JOURNAL 141 S Oak Park Ave Oak Park, IL 60302 708.613.3362 oakpark.com Media & Communications

For a full business listing, please visit: WhyBerwyn.com

31st Annual Charles E. Piper Award Honoring Nora Laureto

Among Nora’s fondest memories was orchestrating the relocation of the “Lincoln, the Friendly Neighbor” statue from the former Land of Lincoln Bank on Riverside Drive to the entrance of Lincoln Middle School on 16th Street. After passing a referendum to expand Lincoln Middle School, Nora had the idea to enhance the school’s campus with public

Each year, the BDC membership selects an individual who best exemplifies the spirit of one of Berwyn’s original developers, Charles E. Piper. The BDC is proud to present Nora Laureto with this

art. In order fund the relocation project, she launched the “Pennies for Lincoln” campaign with the school district. With the support of countless students, parents, neighbors and friends, the fundraiser was a success. The statue’s inscription reads, “The better part of one’s life consists of his friendships,” and this holds true as Nora continues her lifelong tradition of

respected community award to

actively engaging and inspiring leadership in her community.

honor her achievements and

Nora credits her family and neighbors as her inspiration

contributions towards the growth

for her vision for a better Berwyn. She shared, "I am very

and development of Berwyn’s

thankful for the family that I have. They know that they are

business community.

the most important things in my life and my involvement and

A lifelong resident of Berwyn, Nora Laureto has established deep roots within the community.

She currently sits as the 8th Ward Alderman for the City of Berwyn, is the Vice President of the Board of Berwyn North School Dist. 98 Educational Foundation and is a member of the Roosevelt Road Special Events Commission of the Berwyn Development Corporation, which organizes community events along Berwyn’s northern border.

volunteering was done to make things better not only for them but also for the whole community.”

Thank you to the Piper sponsors: North Berwyn Park District, The James Joyce Irish Pub, Big Hurt Brewhouse, MacNeal Hospital, Byline Bank, Republic Bank of Chicago, Central Federal Savings & Loan, Keystone Ventures, LLC, Waste Management and Bern Realty, LLC.

The Piper Award dinner will take place on November 7 at Skylite West Banquets.

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Grand Openings

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6306 W 26TH STREET

6816 W WINDSOR AVE

6936 W WINDSOR AVE

3120 S OAK PARK AVE

3340 S OAK PARK AVE, STE 308

7124 W CERMAK RD

MIL ARTES Berwyn's newest arts and crafts store has got you covered with supplies and low-cost workshops. If you're less-than-crafty, they provide creative services as well.

FIT CLUB Berwyn is proud to welcome its newest fitness studio! Are you thinking about starting a fitness program? Let the trainers at Fit Club create a customized fitness plan that works for you.

BERWYN DENTAL CONNECTION A new neighborhood source for compassionate family dentistry, Berwyn Dental Connection works with all ages, those with special needs and is bilingual.

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PARAD-ICE Berwyn's Depot District is proud to welcome its newest Snack Shop & Ice Cream Parlor!

AHIMSA YOGA STUDIO Berwyn is proud to welcome its FIRST Yoga Studio! Ahimsa offers tons of different classes with experienced teachers who can assist anyone with any skill level. Find inner peace with the help of Ahimsa!

STARBUCKS Starbucks is officially OPEN! Get your favorite drink today at Berwyn's FIRST Starbucks, just a block east of Harlem Ave on Cermak Rd. What's your coffee of choice?

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While Berwyn now offers Starbucks and other chain coffee from Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's and 7-Eleven, there are many unique independent coffee shops as well.

Check out some of their specialty drink offerings to enjoy this holiday season!

ATARA MART-TAZ PLACE 6932 W Windsor Ave, 708.637.4165 Facebook @Atara Mart

FRIENDLY LOUNGE 6733 W Roosevelt Rd, 708.484.9794 friendlytap.net

MISSION HOUSE CAFE 6818 W 34th St , 708.476.6235 facebook.com/mission.house.cafe

The Drink: 100% Colombian Coffee

The Drink: Pumpkin Spice Latte

The Drink: Pumpkin Spiced Latte

Why it’s Delicious: The Colombian coffee is a customer favorite. Their affordable coffee is well balanced in flavor and a perfect way to start your day or for a great afternoon pick-me-up.

Why it’s Delicious: Handcrafted by the Friendly baristas and made with real, organic pumpkin and hints of nutmeg and cinnamon. This is the ideal spot to sip this upgraded fall favorite with its exposed brick walls, comfy couches and a funky music scene vibe.

Why it’s Delicious: This latte is made from all natural ingredients and no syrups.

A blend of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla and can be served with soy or almond milk substitute. You won't be able to get enough of this sweet drink!

AVITO CAFFE 6510 W Ogden Ave, 708.818.7500 avitofilm.com/caffe The Drink: Super Protein Espresso Smoothie Why it’s Delicious: Blended, ice-cold and chocolatey-delicious, this concoction includes whey protein, low fat milk and a double shot of espresso. Pump up your protein intake with this healthy drink!

DANESI CAFFE AT FAMILIA FRESH MARKET 3308 S Oak Park Ave, 708.956.7026 familiafreshmarket.com The Drink: Hot Caramel Cappuccino Why it’s Delicious: It's just the right balance — not too strong and not too light. The smooth finish makes this cup a pleasure to drink.

HAPPY BUDDHA CAFE 6836 W Windsor Ave, 708.317.5632 facebook.com/HappyBuddhaCafeShop The Drink: Café de Olla Why it’s Delicious: This sweet and savory Mexican coffee is an earthy mixture of freshly roasted coffee, cinnamon, aniseed and piloncillo – Mexican brown sugar. The perfect cold weather drink to warm you from the inside out!

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PARAD-ICE 6816 W Windsor Ave, 708.317.4563 facebook.com/ParadIceBerwyn The Drink: Mocha Why it’s Delicious: Looking for a sweet treat? Then you’re going to adore this enticing blend of Seattle-based Caffe Umbria coffee with old fashioned hot chocolate.

PIERRE'S BAKERY/COFFEE SHOP 6310 W Cermak Rd, 708.788.8660 Facebook @Pierre's Bakery West The Drink: Colombian coffee Why it’s Delicious: Their delicious Colombian coffee bean is grounded inhouse and brewed every 15 minutes for a silky and smooth taste after every sip.

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3120 S. OAK PARK AVENUE

AHIMSA YOGA STUDIO Ahimsa Yoga Studio was recently approved to receive TIF funding.

Assistance will be applied to interior build-out and signage improvements for the new 1,000 sq. ft. space in the Depot District.

Their existing Oak Park studio is the highest rated yoga studio on Yelp for the city. It was also recently featured in The Chicago Traveler’s 10 Yoga Studios that Center Chicago. The studio hosts a wide range of classes, workshops and events and is dedicated to providing a safe, non-competitive, community atmosphere. There are classes for all ages. They have over 30 instructors and staff at the Oak Park location and anticipate creating 15 part-time positions at the Berwyn location.

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Berwyn's Best Combo Berwyn’s Best competition began in September and was fixed on finding the best local Combo Italian Beef/Italian Sausage sandwich. The Top 5 were chosen and a winner was crowned!

7021 W ROOSEVELT RD

6333 W OGDEN AVE

BUBBA'S PLACE

BUONA RESTAURANT

All homemade combo features a grilled-toperfection Italian sausage topped with 1/3 pound of their mouthwatering Italian beef on French bread lightly dipped in gravy.

Sandwich is topped with charbroiled sweet peppers and a flavorful hot giardiniera.

A perfectly grilled Italian sausage tucked inside French bread then topped with a generous mound of their thinly sliced, perfectly seasoned homemade Italian beef.

Sandwich is topped with hot giardiniera and sweet peppers and slightly dipped in gravy.

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6745 W ROOSEVELT RD

and the winner is...

BUONA BEEF

6838 W WINDSOR AVE

6746 W OGDEN AVE

CARLA'S PLACE

NOVI'S BEEF

A grilled Italian sausage topped with their homemade Italian beef on Italian bread with easy gravy. Sandwich is topped with a mix of sweet and hot peppers.

A char-grilled Italian sausage topped with a thin sliced heap of their time-honored, homemade Italian beef on Italian bread with easy gravy. Sandwich is topped off with their unique hot giardiniera blended from 15 herbs and spices as well as sweet peppers.

Buona Restaurant walked home the winner with its signature combo! Don Buonavolanto reacted to the award, "With Buona Companies strongly rooted in the Berwyn community, it's an honor to hold the title for Best Combo. Quality is of the utmost importance to us and it’s rewarding to see the PAGE family recipe succeed."

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BER WY N ER ET T AB FOR Underwater Christmas Tree & Swim with Santa Friday, December 18, 5pm-6:30pm Pav YMCA, 2947 S. Oak Park Ave. Come trim our Christmas Tree, underwater! $3 members/$5 non-members pavymca.org

Dracula at Jedlicka Performing Arts Center (JPAC) November 6 - November 21 Lucy Seward is believed to be attacked by the mysteriously charming Count Dracula – the true blood-sucking twilight terror and nemesis. jpactheatre.com

St. Nick's Stockings Friday, December 4, 6pm-8pm Berwyn Park District , 3701 S. Scoville Ave. Have a special St. Nick Stocking brought right to your door! $25 Berwyn residents (for 12months old -14 years old) berwynparks.org

Santa's Workshop Saturday, December 12, 11am - 1pm North Berwyn Park District 1619 Wesley Avenue Be an elf for a day! Enjoy crafts, PAGE cookie decorating and pictures with Santa and his Elves. nbpd4fun.org

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Partners in our community EDUCATION bn98.org BERWYN NORTH SCHOOL DIST. 98 On Sat, Nov 14, we are hosting our 3rd Annual Parent University Workshop at Prairie Oak School from 8am to 1pm. This workshop will feature guest speakers on topics such as the importance of bilingualism in today’s society, reading and mathematical support for students and parents, nutrition, special needs, finances, and cyberbullying. Childcare will be available. This event will emphasize the importance of preparing our students in our community as they continue their studies toward higher education and beyond. We ask that all participants register so that we are prepared with materials, food, and are able to accommodate your childcare needs. For more info, contact our Home School Community Liaison, Teresa Dominguez, 708.484.6200, ext. 7011 or by email mdominguez@bn98.org. bsd100.org BERWYN SCHOOL DIST. 100 We began the school year with a great back to school picnic on 8.23.15 for over 1,500 attendees who enjoyed school supply giveaways, games, sport activities, information booths, lunch and a meet and greet with District 100 staff. This is a great way to provide families with information to ensure that students are well prepared for the first day of school.

We are proud to announce our Illinois Safe Schools Alliance “Ally of the Year” award for creating safe and inclusive schools. The award was presented on 9.28 in a ceremony held at the Museum of Broadcast Communications.

The Board of Education, administrators and staff were on hand to accept the award. www.illinoissafeschools.org morton201.org MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL The school had an impressive 51 AP Scholars for the 2014-2015 academic school year. The AP Program recognizes high school students who demonstrate outstanding college-level achievement through AP courses and exams with the AP Scholar recognition.

Over 50% of the class of 2015 challenged themselves by taking an AP Course. Those who pass an AP exam are eligible for college credit at Illinois public colleges and at most universities across the nation. Recently, Illinois law HB 3428, was signed. It requires public state colleges and universities to award course credit to students that score a 3 or higher on an AP exam. Many Morton students will benefit.

Thank you to all students and staff who continue to make AP success possible. Five AP teachers were recently honored by the Board of Education for their outstanding classroom leadership in AP. Congratulations to teachers

David Rose, Margaret Frigo, Donita Ries, Lisa Dure, and Jill Obermaier. morton.edu MORTON COLLEGE MC Student Wins Spot at National Science Foundation Summer Program.This summer, Karina Bahena completed the National Science Foundation Research Experience at Purdue University—Calumet. “The College couldn’t be prouder of Bahena’s accomplishment,” said Interim President Muddassir Siddiqi. She participated in a nine-week paid internship on wireless communication research. For Bahena, the experience introduced her to a variety of different computer science and electrical engineering faculty and gave her the opportunity to collaborate on a research paper that will soon be submitted for publication. “I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to do original research at the end of my second year of college. I cannot underestimate how helpful it is see how successful researchers work.” She is currently planning on majoring in biology, and plans to transfer to either the University of Illinois in Chicago or the UCLA. berwynlibrary.org BERWYN PUBLIC LIBRARY Our Value is the Difference We Make in Your Life! Supporting your goals, dreams and ambitions is one of the Library’s greatest joys.

Whether you’re looking to learn, relax, or get a job done, our resources are focused on helping you get from where you are to where you want to be.

Are you interested in learning a new language, or do you need help with homework or a learning goal? Maybe you’re looking to relax and enjoy your favorite movies, music or television shows, or need a great suggestion on what to read next! Perhaps you’re starting a new business, deciding on your first career or looking to change careers. The Berwyn Public Library has what you need!

HEALTH toi.org/berwyntownship TOWNSHIP OF BERWYN PUBLIC HEALTH DIST. The Berwyn Public Health District will administer flu shots Tues and Thurs from 10am – 2pm. Proof of Berwyn residency (valid photo ID) and cash payment are required at the time of service. The cost of the quadrivalent vaccine is $20, and the high dose vaccine is $35. There is no cost for Berwyn seniors who present their Medicare B card (primary insurance) along with their valid photo ID. Berwyn children 18 years old and younger who meet eligibility requirements may also receive free flu vaccine. Free vaccine from Cook County Department of Public Health will be available until our supply runs out.

Berwyn’s 12 Days of Christmas Holiday Promotion Start Collecting Your Stickers. Buy Berwyn & Shop Small to Win Prizes and Save!

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS 12 DAYS OF PRIZES• GRAND PRIZE BONANZA

Participating Business and Special Deals offered by: Autre Monde Cafe & Spirits Berwyn's Violet Flower Shop Big Guys Sausage Stand Face 2 Face Spa Studio Horrorbles Hursts' Berwyn Jewelers Mission House Cafe Old Fashioned Candies Paisans Pizzeria & Bar Parad-Ice Pav YMCA Peggy Rose Academy of Dance & Acrobatics The James Joyce Irish Pub Vesecky's Bakery

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hop between November 9 – December 19 at the 14 local shops listed to the left for a bonanza of deals and prizes!

Daily and Grand Prizes will be drawn between December 5 – December 19. Subscribe to the event at: Facebook.com/ WhyBerwyn/events to keep up with prizes.

How can I get in on holiday deals and win prizes?

1. D ownload or pick up a promotional card from participating businesses listed on the left or to download card, visit: WhyBerwyn.com/12Days.

2. Make qualifying purchases from participating businesses and collect your stickers.

3. B ring your promotional card to Hursts’ Berwyn Jewelers and exchange stickers for entries into the daily drawings taking place between December 5 – December 19. If you collect at least 7 stickers, you are entered into the Super Spectacular Grand Prize Drawing on December 19.

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