The 28th Annual Oyster Fest presented by Shaw’s Crab House combines seafood and live music. River North’s original Oyster Fest offers oysters, seafood, LIVE blues and more on Friday, September 30.
Buy your tickets today for this delicious event here in River North! Shaw’s is offering $5 OFF tickets to all RNRA members. Enter the code: OYSTER (all caps).
For tickets and information, click here.
Our 15th Annual Taste of River North was a little stormy this year, but we thank all the thousands who braved the heat and weather to celebrate River North. Thank you to all the restaurants, merchants and bands that made this year’s ToRN so very special.
Going into our 19th year, we are looking for more volunteers to help our wonderful neighborhood association. If interested, contact us at info@rnrachicago.org.
Already planning for ToRN 2017!
RNRA is proud to announce our band schedule for the 15th Annual Taste of River North July 22nd-24th.
Band Schedule
Friday 7/22:
8:30pm – 10:00pm – Lucky Boys Confusion…
7:00pm – 8:00pm – Sidewalk Chalk
6:00pm – 6:45pm – Sleep On It
5:00pm – 5:45pm – Armitage
Saturday 7/23:
8:00pm – 10:00pm – sixteencandlesband
6:00pm – 7:30pm – Boy Band Review Chicago
4:00pm – 5:30pm – Run Forrest Run
2:00pm – 3:30pm – Nick Lynch
12:00pm – 1:30pm – Band Called Catch
Sunday 7/24:
6:00pm – 8:00pm – Rod Tuffcurls & The Bench Press
4:30pm – 5:30pm – ‘Stache!
3:00pm – 4:00pm – The Funk Crusaders
1:30pm – 2:30pm – Chris Buehrle Band
12:00pm – 1:00pm – Fletcher Rockwell
Chicago City Clerk Susana A. Mendoza is urging Chicago motorists to be aware of a change in grace period rules regarding deadlines for purchasing and displaying their Chicago City Vehicle Sticker.
River North Residents Association, like our neighborhood, has grown since our start in 1997. We are now seeking an Executive Director for our association. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Executive Director (ED) has overall responsibility for management of RNRA operations including programs, finances, administration, technology and communication. Working with RNRA volunteer leaders, the ED provides continuity and professionalism and enhances organizational efficiency.Please click here for position details. Thank you.
Thank you to the hundreds of residents who have come out to our 11th Annual Summer Movies in the Ward Park. It’s hard to believe we only have one movie left on Tuesday, Aug. 23rd “Minions.” Movies are sponsored by your River North Residents Association (RNRA) and the Chicago Park District.
About the Crime:
This alert gives notice to businesses (Retail Department Stores) in the 018th District of an increase in retail theft related incidents during the month of July. In these incidents, the offenders entered a retail establishments, took several high-end purses from the shelves and fled the scene. These incidents have occurred in the afternoon hours in the general geographical locations listed below:
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Are you ready to celebrate Spring in River North?
Your RNRA will be hosting another fun free family festival Sunday, May 15th from 2 to 4 pm. Event details and to RSVP.Local businesses will be on hand with fun activities.
Regina Burnett of Burnett Studio will capture one of your first Spring family photos. Stop at her table for a quick snapshot of your whole family (a link to the gallery of photos will be provided 3-days post event).
Lil’ Kickers will have fun activities!Bike safety demos by Luries Children’s Hospital – bring your kid’s bike helmet to check for proper fit!A local non-profit Cradle to Crayons will host an activity to benefit children in need.More activities from our partner businesses at: Chicago Center for Music Education, Gilda’s Club, British Swim School, Cocoon, Jeff Stogsdill StateFarm Insurance Agency
Refreshments from Peet’s Coffee and Tea
Fun, games and crafts….Of course, this is a weather permitting event. We do cold, but not rain. In case of rain, event will be rescheduled.We always welcome and appreciate volunteers, even for 1/2 an hour, please contact Kim at kgrady@rnrachicago.org.
River North Residents Association (RNRA) is proud to announce the appointment of Mickie Gordon as its first Executive Director. Mickie joined the executive committee on August 1st.
“We are thrilled to welcome such an accomplished leader a 
s Mickie to our organization,” said RNRA President Mike Riordan. “As River North continues to grow and thrive, Mickie will bring our organization to the next level with her extraordinary drive and leadership skills.”
Mickie has proven strengths in corporate leadership, strategic planning, relationship building, communications and operational excellence. Mickie’s organizational skills along with her ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams to achieve measureable results will be an additional asset to RNRA. Mickie thrives on developing collaborative relationships.
A River North resident since 1994 Mickie adds, “River North is my home and where my family resides. I am dedicated to making a difference in our community.” She is also a volunteer with the Chicago Help Initiative and is currently leading the re-launch of the Adult Literacy Program.
Mickie can be reached at mgordon@rnrachicago.org.
