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October Business Social
Wednesday, October 18th
5:30-7:00pm
ABOV Gallery
444 North Wells, Ste 205
 Join us for an enjoyable evening in the company of fellow RNA members and enjoy the artwork at ABOV Gallery as they host our October Business Social on Wednesday, October 18th from 5:30 until 7:00pm. They’ll be serving up cocktails and hors d’ouevres— you don’t want to miss this great autumn evening of networking, artwork, and conversation in River North.
ABOV features works of art crafted from satellite data recorded from over 400 miles above the Earth. At first glance these images might resemble oil paintings or photographs. In reality, the textures found naturally on the surface of the Earth create the same depth, detail and touch of a skilled brush stroke. Nature leaves its mark and the ABOV artists “paint” that signature. In the near future ABOV will be releasing the first photographs from Stuart Black’s “Shooting the Past” collection. These are photographs from cold war spy satellites from the 1960-1980s and Chicago and Lake Shore Drive will be the first images released. They’re black/white and part of the ABOV Retro Satellite Photography series.
At the Business Social, business cards will be collected and two cards will be selected to receive 20% off of their first art purchase. (size restrictions apply).
Complimentary to RNA Members; Non-Members $15
Email Fannie to make your reservation now!
Did You Rendezvous?
   
Photos for the 7th Annual River North Rendezvous are online now! Visit www.dejaviewsusa.com to view and purchase!
Special Thanks to our great sponsors, without whom the event would never be possible:
Presenting: Urban Innovations & The Redhead Piano Bar
Supporting: MB Financial, East Bank Club & Sysco
Media: Chicago Magazine
and Rendezvous Chairman Rick Patrone of Chicago Magazine
Calling River North’s Best and Brightest!
2007 Board of Directors
RNA is now accepting applications from energetic, dedicated members to join RNA’s prestigious Board of Directors for a 2-year term beginning in March of 2007. If you are interested in applying and would like additional information on Board of Directors requirements, contact Heather Imhoff at RNA’s Offices at 312.645.1047.
2007 NETWORKING EVENT HOSTS
The River North Association is looking for members to showcase their venue by hosting one of our Monthly Business Socials in 2007! Socials are regulary scheduled networking events that take place in the evening (5:30-7:00pm) on the third Wednesday of each month and are highly anticipated by our members!
Hosting a Business Social is a great way to promote your venue and services to fellow RNA members and guests. Following are the necessary guidelines you must fulfill in order to host an event:
- Venue can accommodate at least 50-75 people
- You are responsible for catering the event with ample hors d’ouevres for 50-75 people for the duration of the event
- Provide wine or cocktails for 50-75 people for the duration of the event.
If you are interested in hosting a Business Social, please contact Fannie at the RNA Offices at 312.645.1047 or fannie@rivernorthassociation.com, including your company name, contact name, address, phone and any comments or questions you have about the event.
Calling RNA’s Creative Members!
River North Kids Want to Learn From YOU!
We are pleased to announce that, as part of Chicago’s Adopt-A-School
Program, RNA is partnering with Walter Payton High School this winter to produce a series of seminars encouraging Chicago’s brightest students to explore career options and meet successful business people in creative and entrepreneurial fields.
We need at least nine outstanding RNA members to present these seminars! We are looking for: photographers, gallery owners, graphic designers, restaurateurs, architects, interior designers, special event producers, health/fitness experts, marketing/public relations specialists, travel specialists, and any other entrepreneurial-minded professionals interested in inspiring young minds.
Seminars will be scheduled from January through April on Thursdays from 10:00am to 11:30am. They are attended by 15 - 20 students, and the class can come to your business (preferred so that they can meet you in your environment) or you can make a presentation in the classroom. Presentations should focus is on how you got involved in your line of work, what exactly is your line of work, why you find it rewarding, your training or background, advice you may have for a student interested in pursing a career in your field, etc. This is the first salvo in what we hope to be a fruitful and rewarding relationship between RNA and Walter Payton High School.
RNA has some of the most successful entrepreneurs and creative business people around - the kids want to hear from you! Interested? You can contact Heather Imhoff at 312-645-1047 / heather@rivernorthassociation.com or RNA’s Adopt A School committee Chairperson Marie Leaner at 773-317-5371 / mleaner@kw.com.
Sponsors Needed for 2006 Holiday Extravaganza!
We are still accepting sponsors for our Holiday Extravangaza, co-presented by RNA & River North Residents Association. One of our biggest events, this year’s Extravaganza will will be held Wednesday, December 13th from 6:00-8:30pm in the beautiful Park National Bank at Chicago Avenue & Clark, and will draw 600 residents and business members to one spot! The party will feature great music, some of River North’s best cuisine, cocktails, great friends and networking!
Put your stamp on this great event! Sponsorships are available at both the $2500 and $1000 levels. Sponsorships are limited to one sponsor per business genre and spots are filling fast! Contact Heather at the RNA Offices at 312.645.1047 or heather@rivernorthassociation.com for more information.
GIVE US YOUR GOOD NEWS!
Our Winter 2006-07 Newsletter will be arriving in mailboxes the first week of December, so make sure that you get your name in there!
Don’t miss your chance to get your business highlighted in a piece that mails out to over 2,000 residents and businesses! Do you have any hot events happening this Winter? Holiday specials? Any exciting news happening at your store? Special offers you want to extend to RNA members? We can include it in our Winter Newsletter at no charge if it fits into our features.
This is your best outlet to the surrounding community! The Winter Edition covers events and news in December, January & February.
FAST DEADLINE!
Send all information to Fannie by Wednesday, November 1st. Please include your business name and contact information.
Information will not be accepted after November 1st.
Questions? Call the RNA Offices at 312.645.1047.
Information will be included on a first come, first served basis, space allowing and content appropriate. RNA reserves the right to edit any content, without changing the main message. Not all submissions will be included.
Want your ad in our next Monthly E-Newsletter? Member Rate is $250. Call the RNA Offices at 312.645.1047.
RNA 2006-07 Membership Directories have arrived! If you would like a copy of this great piece to use as a reference tool or copies for your place of business, contact the RNA Offices at 312.6451.1047.
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