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Anti-Cruelty: Pet First Aid & CPR

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:30:53 -0600

Start: 04/27/2008 - 9:00am

End: 04/27/2008 - 1:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Pet First Aid & CPR

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
If your pet has a medical emergency will you be prepared? This course, taught by an American Red Cross certified instructor, will cover Pet First Aid and CPR techniques. The emphasis will be on cats and dogs. Cat and dog manikins will be used. Please do not bring your pet to class. The course length is 4 hours. The course fee of $40 includes all course materials.

To pre-register call Tammie Bouschor at (312) 644-8338 ext. 344. Payment must be made with in two weeks after the date of pre-registration. All classes will be held in The Anti-Cruelty Society Education and Training Center located at 169 W. Grand Avenue. Free Parking is available in The Anti-Cruelty Society parking garage. Enter from Wells Street.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be received at least one week prior to the scheduled class date to receive a full refund. No shows without prior notice will not be refunded.

For more info go to: http://www.anticruelty.org/site/epage/35285_576.htm

Anti-Cruelty: Pet First Aid & CPR

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:30:52 -0600

Start: 03/29/2008 - 9:00am

End: 03/29/2008 - 1:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Pet First Aid & CPR

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
If your pet has a medical emergency will you be prepared? This course, taught by an American Red Cross certified instructor, will cover Pet First Aid and CPR techniques. The emphasis will be on cats and dogs. Cat and dog manikins will be used. Please do not bring your pet to class. The course length is 4 hours. The course fee of $40 includes all course materials.

To pre-register call Tammie Bouschor at (312) 644-8338 ext. 344. Payment must be made with in two weeks after the date of pre-registration. All classes will be held in The Anti-Cruelty Society Education and Training Center located at 169 W. Grand Avenue. Free Parking is available in The Anti-Cruelty Society parking garage. Enter from Wells Street.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations must be received at least one week prior to the scheduled class date to receive a full refund. No shows without prior notice will not be refunded.

Anti-cruelty: Introduction to Canine Massage

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:30:49 -0600

Start: 02/23/2008 - 1:00pm

End: 02/23/2008 - 2:30pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Introduction to Canine Massage
Feb 23
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
This class is FULL.

Pet Massage Therapist, Pam Kuhn, will explain the health benefits of pet massage and demonstrate some of the techniques used. The emphasis will be on canine massage. Participants will be allowed to bring their dogs to this class. Following the demonstration, participants will practice beginning techniques on their dogs with assistance from the instructor. Dogs should be current on vaccinations and sociable with other dogs in order to participate. Pre-registration is required. There is a 20 dog/handler limit for this class.

The Anti-Cruelty Society presents the Winter 2007/2008 Lecture Series. Lecture Series events are free of charge. To register call Tammie Bouschor at (312) 644-8338 ext. 344 or e-mail tbouschor@anticruelty.org. Please include your full name, day time telephone number and the name of the program that you are registering for. The events will be held in The Anti-Cruelty Society Education and Training Center. Enter from 169 W. Grand Avenue. Free parking is available in The Anti-Cruelty Society parking garage. Enter from Wells Street about ½ block south of Grand Avenue.

For more info go to: http://www.anticruelty.org/site/epage/35285_576.htm

Anti-cruelty: Helping Community Cats w/Alley Cat Allies

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 12:30:48 -0600

Start: 02/18/2008 - 6:00pm

End: 02/18/2008 - 7:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Helping Community Cats w/Alley Cat Allies
Feb 18
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Are you tired of seeing roaming cats and kittens everywhere in your neighborhood? Do you want to find out how you can help them and stop future generations from being born in your community? Join representatives from Alley Cat Allies and Tree House Animal Foundation for a short workshop on how to educate your neighbors, create a safety-net for the cats and stop the cycle of breeding in your neighborhood. The workshop is free of charge.

To register call Anna Morrison-Ricordati, Alley Cat Allies Volunteer, at (312) 755-0513.

The event will be held at The Anti-Cruelty Society in the Education and Training Center. Enter from 169 W. Grand Avenue. Free parking is available in The Anti-Cruelty Society parking garage. Enter from Wells Street.

For more info go to: http://www.anticruelty.org/site/epage/35285_576.htm

2007 Fermilab Tornado and Severe Weather Seminar

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 12:46:02 -0500

Start: 04/21/2007 - 12:00pm

End: 04/21/2007 - 6:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

This year our seminar takes place on Saturday, April 21, 2007 at noon and 6pm.
ALL WEATHER ENTHUSIASTS ARE CORDIALLYL INVITED.

Our 26th annual Fermilab Tornado and Severe Weather Seminar approaches and I want to extend an invitation to you to join us at what promises to be one of our most fascinating seminars ever. It includes our first look at hurricanes on the Fermilab stage—in particular, Hurricane Katrina—and takes place this year on Saturday, April 21—an expecially noteworthy date in this region's severe weather history. As always, the seminars are free and open to all. The program begins at noon and will be repeated, for those who prefer an evening session, at 6 p.m.

More information at:
http://blogs.trb.com/news/weather/weblog/wgnweather/2007/04/the_2007_fermilab_tornado_and.html#more

Tiger Moth Insect Ninja

Mon, 26 Mar 2007 12:00:00 -0500

Start: 03/26/2007 - 11:00am

End: 03/26/2007 - 11:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Tiger Moth Insect Ninja

Monday, March 26, 2007 11:00 AM

Ela Area Public Library District
275 Mohawk Trail
Lake Zurich, Illinois 60047
United States

Description: Acclaimed children's author Aaron Reynolds will introduce his new graphic novel series, "Tiger Moth Insect Ninja". Learn his process for creating the characters and the script and discover how it goes from a rough script to a full blown, full color, graphic novel. Aaron will lead you through the creative process of creating your own ninja charachter for your own graphic novel.

Library: Ela Area Public Library
Location: Children's Program Room A and B

The Benefits of Density

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 12:50:32 -0500

Start: 05/16/2007 - 12:15pm

End: 05/16/2007 - 1:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

May 16
The Benefits of Density

Wednesdays at 12:15–1pm, Free and open to the public

COST Free and open to the public (please arrive early, as seating is limited)

LOCATION
The John Buck Company Lecture Hall Gallery
ArchiCenter, Santa Fe Building
224 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60604

RSVP No RSVP required, for more information call 312.922.3432 x252, Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch

http://www.architecture.org/programs.html

About 111 South Wacker

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 12:50:29 -0500

Start: 05/09/2007 - 12:15pm

End: 05/09/2007 - 1:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

May 9
111 South Wacker
Steven M. Nilles, AIA, LEED AP, Partner, Goettsch Partners
Joseph D. Cliggott, AIA, LEED AP, Senior Associate, Goettsch Partners

Wednesdays at 12:15–1pm, Free and open to the public

COST Free and open to the public (please arrive early, as seating is limited)

LOCATION
The John Buck Company Lecture Hall Gallery
ArchiCenter, Santa Fe Building
224 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60604

RSVP No RSVP required, for more information call 312.922.3432 x252, Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch

http://www.architecture.org/programs.html

Be-Deviled by the White City: Understanding the Continuing Fascination with Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 12:50:28 -0500

Start: 04/25/2007 - 12:15pm

End: 04/25/2007 - 1:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

April 25
Be-Deviled by the White City: Understanding the Continuing Fascination with Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair

Wednesdays at 12:15–1pm, Free and open to the public

COST Free and open to the public (please arrive early, as seating is limited)

LOCATION
The John Buck Company Lecture Hall Gallery
ArchiCenter, Santa Fe Building
224 S. Michigan Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60604

RSVP No RSVP required, for more information call 312.922.3432 x252, Guests are welcome to bring a bag lunch

http://www.architecture.org/programs.html

Cancelled: Chicago and the Olympics: Is it a good idea?

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 11:54:48 -0500

Start: 04/05/2007 - 6:30pm

End: 04/05/2007 - 8:30pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Alert: The Chicago History Museum says this event has been cancelled. No reason why. What a shame.

Join us for In the K/Now, a series of dynamic discussions about events and issues that headline local news and conversations around town. In the K/Now is presented in partnership with The Public Square at the Illinois Humanities Council.
Chicago and the Olympics: Is it a good idea?

Thursday, April 5, 6:30 p.m.

On April 14, the United States Olympic Committee will select and announce its applicant city for the 2016 Olympics. Either Chicago or Los Angeles will be victorious, but if Chicago is chosen, will the city really be a winner? Join us for a discussion, including Patrick Ryan from Chicago 2016.

Cost:
Free.

Where:
Chicago History Museum
http://www.chicagohs.org/planavisit/upcomingevents/special-events

Final Chicago Spire plans set to be revealed

Mon, 12 Mar 2007 11:54:44 -0500

Start: 03/26/2007 - 6:00pm

End: 03/26/2007 - 8:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Final design plans for the twisting, 2,000-foot Chicago Spire, designed by architect Santiago Calatrava, will be presented at a public meeting of the Streeterville Organization of Active Residents (SOAR), an influential neighborhood group, March 26.

Garrett Kelleher is scheduled to appear at the meeting, which will be held at the Courtyard by Marriott, 165 E. Ontario St., beginning at 6 p.m. in the lower-level Ontario Room.

source: Chicago Tribune

AIGA The Business of Design III

Wed, 15 Nov 2006 01:00:00 -0600

Start: 11/15/2006 - 1:00am

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Wednesday, November 15
AIGA The Business of Design III
The AIGA Business of Design Series is for design business leaders, creative directors, and senior managers who are invested in the growth of their design business. The sessions also offer value to those who are considering re-tooling or launching their own firm. The series promises discussion about profitable growth, finance, operations, business development, and career management.

http://www.aigachicago.org/content.cfm/currentevents

Climate Change Discussion

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:05:53 -0600

Start: 12/05/2006 - 6:30pm

End: 12/05/2006 - 8:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

Climate Change Discussion
MCA

Panel participants include journalist Bill Kurtis, artist Ellen Sandor, and Chicago Climate Exchange CEO Richard Sandor. In the MCA Theater at 6:30 PM. 220 E Chicago. Free, but reservations are required: call 312-397-4010 or visit http://www.mcachicago.org/massivechange

Reinventing a Field

Tue, 14 Nov 2006 00:05:51 -0600

Start: 11/20/2006 - 6:00pm

End: 11/20/2006 - 7:00pm

Timezone: Etc/GMT-6

Description:

This panel features artists from the ongoing Material Difference exhibition, as well as curator Polly Ullrich, talking about "the past, present, and future of fiber art." In the First Floor Garland Room at 6 PM. Free. 78 E Washington. For more information, call 312-744-6630