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Help inform decisions that will impact the future of for-profit small businesses. Take the survey today!
The Department of Planning and Development (DPD) and SomerCor will roll out the Small Business Improvement Fund (SBIF) grant program for applications in the following TIF districts in October.


Applications open: 9 a.m. Monday, Nov. 1
Applications close: 5 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 30

The SBIF program uses revenue from TIF districts to help owners of commercial and industrial properties to repair or remodel their facilities for their own business or on behalf of tenants. Tenant businesses are also eligible to apply on their own.

Please note that residential projects are not eligible for the SBIF program, and residential developers should not apply.

Program participants can receive grants for 30 to 90 percent of project costs, with a maximum grant of $150,000 for commercial properties and $250,000 for industrial properties. The grants are administered by SomerCor on the City's behalf and do not have to be repaid.

DPD and SomerCor will host an informational webinar to review program requirements and the application process, including an overview of program changes adopted last year by the City Council.

SBIF Informational Webinar
1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3 | Register
For additional information, visit www.chicago.gov/sbif.
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The Opening Reception for Tag, You're It!
Studio 4 at Epiphany Center for the Arts
Saturday, November 20 at 6 p.m.
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The Opening Reception for Rod Slemmons: Negatives
Slemmons Gallery at Epiphany Center for the Arts
Saturday, November 20 at 6 p.m.
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Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go

This Thanksgiving, celebrate with dinner from Beatrix! Groups of 4-6 can enjoy a ‘Thanksgiving Package’ featuring Roasted Turkey Breast w/ Traditional Turkey Gravy, Traditional Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Parker House Rolls and House-made Cranberry Sauce. Or, for those looking to curate their own menu, mix and match holiday comfort food favorites like Stuffing, Butternut Squash Ravioli, Brussels Sprouts & Honeycrisp Apple Salad, and more! *All items served cold with reheating instructions.

Thanksgiving Carryout is available for pick-up and delivery from 10:00AM-6:00PM on Wednesday, November 24th. Orders must be placed by Sunday, November 21st at 8:00PM.
Thanksgiving - Celebrate the holiday with Formento's from the comfort of your own home! Enjoy Formento’s take on Thanksgiving with a prix fixe menu by Chef David Schwartz. The work is done for you – just pick up, heat up, and give thanks! Orders through Thursday, Nov 19th. Pick up only Wednesday November 24th.
Ranalli's in the West Loop is Now Open! Get $10 off of $30 on your next online order.

We're excited to announce that a second location for Ranalli's, a neighborhood pizza bar, is now open in the West Loop at 1326 W. Madison. The first location has been a longstanding staple in the Lincoln Park community.

Guests will enjoy a variety of specialty pizzas, signature 4C appetizers, hearty sandwiches, and fresh salads, along with craft beer and classic cocktails.

Ranalli's is open seven days a week, offering dine-in, carryout, delivery, and FREE shuttle bus rides to and from the United Center for Bulls games, Blackhawks games, and concerts.

Staying in?
Get $10 off of $30 on your first online order through November 30. Simply click Order Online below and enter promo code westloop at checkout.

Website: ranalliswestloop.com
Reservation Link: https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/ranalliswestloop
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Join Chicago Children's Theatre as they celebrate 17 years serving our community!

CCT’s annual POP (Power of Play) Gala is Chicago’s hippest fundraising party, featuring the best in West Loop dining, a program showcasing CCT’s mission, and The Breakfast Club Band. We are pleased to be hosting the event at Epiphany Center for the Arts. We warmly invite you to attend. In-person and virtual options are available!

Thank you for your support and engagement.
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Greektown Offers Shopper’s Reward Program for the Holiday Season

With the holidays right around the corner, Greektown Chicago wants to reward those who shop at its local businesses and dine at the neighborhood’s restaurants. This year, Greektown’s Holiday Shopper’s Reward Program will run from November 1 through December 31, 2021.

Through this program, you have the chance to receive a $50 Visa gift card if you mail in original receipts from at least three Greektown Chicago businesses, each totaling $25+ with a grand total of $250 or more, dated Nov. 1–Dec. 31, 2021. Save your receipts! The Holiday Shopper’s Reward Program offers the opportunity to finish your holiday shopping early, support our local Greektown businesses, and receive a little holiday rebate for yourself – it’s truly a win, win, win!
Chamber of Commerce representing businesses in the West Loop, Greektown, Madison Row, Randolph Street, Jackson Blvd., Fulton River District, Fulton Market, United Center Park, Little Italy, Tri-Taylor, University Village and Commons, UIC