EVENT OF THE WEEK
An industrial corridor journey
“Assessing the Peterson-Pulaski Industrial Corridor,” a Technical Assistance Panel provided by the Urban Land Institute Chicago District Council and the Campaign for Sensible Growth, begins Tuesday.
The two-day event is hosted by the City of Chicago Department of Planning and Development in partnership with Ald. Margaret Laurino (39th) and the Peterson-Pulaski Business and Industrial Council.
Eight leaders in commercial and industrial development, transportation, planning and development, and architecture will evaluate and recommend steps to advance ongoing revitalization efforts in the industrial corridor on the city’s Northwest Side, which is bounded by Peterson Avenue on the north, Pulaski Road on the east, Bryn Mawr Avenue on the south and Rogers Avenue on the west.
The event starts with a reception from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Monasteros Ristorante, 3935 W. Devon Ave.
A public presentation on panel findings takes place from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday at North Park University’s Hamming Hall, 3225 W. Foster Ave.
To register, call ULI Chicago at 773-549-4972.
CONVENTIONS
What, Where, When
National Association of Sentencing Advocates Annual Conference. Expected attendance, 200.
Allerton Crowne Plaza
July 31 through Wednesday
Knights of Columbus Supreme Council Meeting. 2,500.
Hilton Chicago
July 31 through Friday
American Association of Advertising Agencies Account Planning Event. 600.
Fairmont Hotel
Monday
National Association of Asian American Professionals National Convention and Career Fair. 500.
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
Thursday through Sunday
American Bar Association 2005 Annual Meeting. 10,000.
Hyatt Regency Chicago
Thursday through Aug. 9
Wizard Entertainment Wizard World Chicago
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Friday through Sunday
Merchandise Mart Properties Chicago Men’s Wear Collective. 2,000.
Merchandise Mart
Sunday through Aug. 9
IEEE Travel & Conference Management Services 2005 Symposium. 2,000.
Navy Pier
Aug. 8-12
Direct Response Forum Annual Conference. 400.
Fairmont Hotel
Aug. 9-11
Merchandise Mart Properties Women’s and Children’s Market. 1,000.
Apparel Center
Aug. 13-16
Teamsters National Black Caucus Annual Conference. 1,100.
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place
Aug. 15-21
Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police, Police Security Midwest. 3,000.
Donald E. Stephens Convention Center
Aug. 16-17
JOB/CAREER
What, Where, When
“Resume Preparation and Presentation” program presented at the Career Resource Center Inc. 847-295-5626, or www.careerresourcecenter.org.
Career Resource Center,
Grove Cultural Campus,
40 E. Old Mill Rd., Suite 105, Lake Forest
Monday 10:15 a.m.
“How to Get the Most Out of a Job Club, Employment Ministry or Networking Group” panel discussion presented by eWomen in Career Transition. Free, but space is limited. 888-849-7481, ext. 5, or events@myworkforceministry.com.
Whole Foods, Community Room, 151 Rice Lake Square, Wheaton
Tuesday 7 p.m.
“Making Solid and Satisfying Career Decisions: Getting the New Career Journey Started,” is the first of a two-part workshop presented by the University of Illinois Alumni Career Center. Registration is required. $25. 312-575-7830, or careers@uillinois.edu.
University of Illinois
Alumni Career Center, 200 S. Wacker Drive, 1st floor
Wednesday 6 p.m.
“Market Trends and Leveraging Online Job Sites” presented by Richard Castellini, vice president of CareerBuilder.com, at a meeting of the Executive Networking Group of Greater Chicago. 847-622-4425, or www.engchgo.org.
Oakton Community College, Business Institute, 1600 E. Golf Rd., Des Plaines
Thursday 1 to 4:30 p.m.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
What, Where, When
“The Basics of Going Into Business” workshop offered by Score, Counselors to America’s Small Business. $50-$60. 312-353-7724, or www.scorechicago.org.
Citicorp Center, 500 W. Madison St., Suite 1250
Tuesday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
INTERNATIONAL
What, Where, When
“International Business Brainstorming Session” sponsored by the International Business Council of the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce. Presentation by Terry LaRocca, State of Illinois Office of Trade and Investment. Free. 630-355-4141, ext. 1338.
Naperville Area
Chamber of Commerce, 55 S. Main St., Suite 375, Conference Room A, Naperville
Tuesday 4 to 5:30 p.m.
“International Business Professionals Meeting” held in association with the Executive Network Group, for professionals seeking employment. $5, members; $20, non-members. Mark Wineberg, 847-818-1076, or mwineberg1@yahoo.com.
Oakton Community College, Business Institute, 1600 E. Golf Rd., lower level, Des Plaines
Thursday noon to 1:30 p.m.
“Enhancing Competitive Advantage in China’s Talent Market” breakfast seminar sponsored by the Hong Kong Business Association of the Midwest. Presentation by Paula DeLisle of Watson Wyatt Worldwide. $10, members; $15, non-members. Lillian Lee, 312-726-4515, or lillian.lee@tdc.org.hk.
Much Shelist Law Offices, 191 N. Wacker Drive, Suite 1800
Friday 8:30 to 10 a.m.
OTHER
What, Where, When
Skokie Lions Club is hosting its annual picnic. $10 donation. Walter Holden, 847-679-7457, or Kuldip Goyal, 847-967-2378.
8757 N. Avers Ave., Skokie
Sunday
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