Art on theMART’s Fall program launches on Saturday, September 21 at 6:30pm! Learn more about the new artists, site-specific projections and a variety of food vendors by visiting their launch event page on Facebook: #artonthemart
6:30 PM – Party starts with DJ and Food Trucks on Wacker Dr.
7:30 PM – Projections Begin
8:10 PM – Fireworks
Alderman Reilly is hosting a Blood Drive on Saturday, September 14 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. The event will be held at the Ohio Place Dog Park, located at 360 West Ohio Street.
The Alderman’s goal is to collect 30 pints of blood at the event and all donations will go to local hospitals to help Chicagoans in need. Giving blood is a quick, simple way to give back to your community and the donation process from the time you arrive to the time you leave is about an hour.
Although walk-ins are welcome, we encourage you to schedule an appointment in advance by calling 1-800-786-4483 or by visiting their website.
A representative from Alderman Reilly’s Office will be present to address concerns or questions regarding city-related matters. Alderman Reilly looks forward to seeing you at the Blood Drive!
Join Alderman Brian Hopkins and 2nd Ward Committeeman Tim Egan on Saturday, September 14th, at 1400 N Ashland Avenue for FREE document shredding and electronics recycling. The Cook County Sheriff’s Department will be on-site to collect and properly dispose of expired and unwanted prescription drugs.
Also, please bring any old bikes you do not need for a donation to Working Bikes, who will fix and redistribute them to needy communities around the world. Please note that there is a $20 fee (cash only) for recycling tube TV’s.
The event starts at 9:00 am and ends at 12:00 pm. Ward 2 staff and Alderman Hopkins will be there to assist you. There is a limit of 3 boxes of document shredding per household.
RSVPs required, CLICK HERE.
We’re pleased to provide an update regarding a new public safety measure in River North.
Alderman Reilly worked with the River North Residents Association (RNRA) to identify locations where additional Police Observation cameras should be installed to assist the Chicago Police Department in their efforts.
The Office of Emergency Management and Communication (OEMC) surveyed these locations for potential placement of discreet Police Observation cameras. After receiving input from the Chicago Police Department, Alderman Reilly allocated a portion of his Aldermanic Menu to fund the installation of POD cameras at the following locations:
These cameras can be monitored in real-time from the 18th District Headquarters’ Strategic Decision Support Center (SDSC), which is a technology-driven “nerve-center” that analyzes date to determine where to deploy officers and resources.
RNRA appreciates Alderman Reilly’s dedication to leveraging all available City resources and supplementing the work of the dedicated police officers to enhance safety in the 42nd Ward.
One of RNRA’s core pillars is Public Safety. RNRA encourags all residents to attend their CAPS Beat Meetings. To find your District & Beat, click HERE. The next River North Beat Meetings take place in September. Check out the RNRA Event Calendar for dates and times.
Join Alderman Brian Hopkins for a bike ride around the 2nd Ward! This 12.5-mile social ride begins and ends at the 2nd Ward office (1400 N Ashland Ave.) and will travel at a casual pace through Wicker Park, Bucktown, Ukrainian Village, the 606 Trail, and more.
The ride is free to all participants. Free refreshments, bicycle safety checks and t-shirts will be provided. For everyone’s safety Ward 2 asks that all bicycle riders be at least 16 years of age. Please do not forget your helmet.
We want to thank Fremont for their generosity in hosting our RNRA “End of Summer Mixer” last night 8/22/19. A good time was had by all and it was great to catch up with our neighbors!
Check out Fremont’s new “Neighborhood Night Out” every Thursday from 5pm to 9pm with 50% off all food for folks that live or work in River North. Fremont is featured on our neighborhood mobile app My River North along with two other River North 4-C Four Corners restaurants Highline Bar & Lounge and Monty’s Tap. Haven’t downloaded your app yet?! It’s Free at the App Store and Google Play. Stay on top of local news, events and enjoy deals from over 50 participating businesses.
