Neighborhood Networking in Chicago

Summer gathering wrap-up

neighborhoodnetworking — Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:24:52 +0000

Thanks to everyone who joined us at our summer gathering at Katerina’s in NorthCenter. We welcomed the arrival of summer by catching up with old friends, as well as those new to Neighborhood Networking.

Thank you to Katerina for hosting the event and providing appetizers.

And if you haven’t already, plan to visit Katerina’s this summer to enjoy delicious food and eclectic live music. See the website for the upcoming music line-up.

Stay tuned to the blog and follow Neighborhood Networking on twitter to hear about our next event!

Summer Xocial

neighborhoodnetworking — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 23:29:34 +0000

Why doesn’t this summer gathering feel like your typical networking event? This won’t be your ordinary Neighborhood Networking…it won’t ‘t feel like a networking event because we are putting a twist to the usual NN events. It will be a casual breezy summer social. Come join us, sit at the bar with us and let’s catch up. You can bring your business cards along just in case.

This event is FREE to attend- please RSVP (click to register)

Cash bar available and appetizers may be purchased.

Thursday, June 9, 2011
6:00-8:00 pm
Katerina’s
1920 West Irving Park Road
Chicago, IL 60657

Irving Park Brown Line stop nearby. Metered street parking.

Hope to see you there,

Lidia & Lulu

Neighborhood Networking Hostesses

Stay after Neighborhood Networking for featured music at Katerina’s:
The Rose Colella Trio – 8:30pm / $8 Cover
Rose Colella – vocals, Joe Policastro – upright bass, Dan Effland – guitar

Y Bar event recap…and thank you!

neighborhoodnetworking — Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:24:52 +0000

Great to see everyone at our event last week at Y Bar!

In collaboration with BTSocial (Business Traveler Social) and Sound Bar Group, we brought together a great group of networkers—including familiar faces and new friends.

Thanks and shoutouts

Thanks to our exhibitors MyDrinkOn.com, Sara G. Navarro from SendOutCards and The UNICEF Tap Project—not to mention photographers ActionBooth (see the event gallery here!) Also to our raffle prize donors: Red Cup Learning, Illinois Nut and Candy, Creative Apartment Rental, Tasty CMS, Y Bar and Halo For Men.

Big thanks to our generous food and drink sponsors Absolut Wild Tea, Cafe 28 and Domino’s Pizza.

Last but not least, a shoutout to our co-hosts BTSocial and Sound Bar Group!

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Did we mention there will be some great raffle prizes?

neighborhoodnetworking — Sun, 06 Mar 2011 17:56:04 +0000

Photo by alykat on flickr

Don’t forget to drop your business card on your way in to Neighborhood Networking Thursday March 10th… we’ll have great raffle prizes from Red Cup Learning, Illinois Nut and Candy, Creative Apartment Rental, Tasty CMS and Halo For Men.

See you at Y Bar on Thursday!

Buy tickets in advance here.

Featured exhibitors at our March 10th event

neighborhoodnetworking — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:20:25 +0000

At our next event at Y Bar on Thursday, March 10, we’ll be featuring the following local businesses and organizations:

ActionBooth

Based in the West Loop, ActionBooth is dynamic event photography. We capture guests in motion.

* ActionBooth will be taking photographs at the event from 8–10 pm *

MyDrinkOn.com

My Drink On (MDO) is an innovative approach to group buying for the top nightlife venues in the Windy City that incorporates socializing, networking and philanthropy into a single experience. What does this mean!? We have great drink deals and specials to the hottest bars, clubs, restaurants and lounges. We will also be hosting some great events, accompanied by a great drink deal and offer charity events including a great drink special.

SendOutCards

Sara G. Navarro from SendOutCards will be representing this online service which helps you send personalized, printed greeting cards and gifts as a way to make a difference in the lives of others.

The UNICEF Tap Project

The UNICEF Tap Project was born in New York City based on a simple concept: restaurants would ask their patrons to donate $1 or more for the tap water they usually enjoy for free, and all funds raised would support UNICEF’s efforts to bring clean and accessible water to millions of children around the world.

Make sure to stop by their table and learn more about their businesses!

Want to promote your business at our March 10th event?

neighborhoodnetworking — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 18:26:36 +0000

Neighborhood Networking is seeking exhibitors for our event at Y Bar on Thursday, March 10.

In addition to receiving an assigned table at the event, you will have the opportunity to share information about your business with a captive audience during the entire evening (6–10 pm).

Email us for more info and an Exhibitor Form.

Why network? “Build your Rolodex” Event at Y Bar on March 10

neighborhoodnetworking — Sat, 19 Feb 2011 11:00:56 +0000

Neighborhood Networking is back with its first event for 2011!

We are collaborating with fellow local networking group BTSocial (Business Traveler Social) and Sound Bar Group to bring you an exciting event at Y Bar in River North.

Join us at Y Bar (224 W. Ontario) on Thursday, March 10 from 6–10 pm to meet and mingle with fellow businesses.

Complimentary Absolut Wild Tea cocktails and appetizers from 6–8 pm. Stay for the great raffle prizes and more surprises!

We’ll be featuring several local businesses at the event, as well as our Featured Organization, The UNICEF Tap Project. Stay tuned to the blog for more details.

Buy advance tickets here.

Hope to see you there!

How do we network? Let me count the ways

neighborhoodnetworking — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 20:30:40 +0000

We have changed the frequency of our events to quarterly, however we are offering other ways for you to stay connected with Neighborhood Networking throughout the year.

Follow us on twitter

On our new Neighborhood Networking twitter page, we’ll be sharing updates about our events, featured businesses, plus other networking opportunities and tips.

Join our LinkedIn Group

Current and past Neighborhood Networking attendees can connect and find each other in our LinkedIn Group.

Subscribe to our blog

Subscribe to the Neighborhood Networking blog in a reader or get posts via email. Read about upcoming networking events and see our new blog feature, Featured Neighborhood Business.

We hope to see you in-person or online soon!

Featured Neighborhood Business: QuickSolvers, Inc.

neighborhoodnetworking — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 19:25:19 +0000

Neighborhood Networking is kicking off the new year with a new monthly feature on our blog: Featured Neighborhood Business. Each month, we will highlight a local business who you should know.

QuickSolvers, Inc. offers small business solutions with a specialization in payroll services and QuickBooks accounting software (setup, training, clean up, bookkeeping, maintenance).

Located in the Roscoe Village neighborhood of Chicago, QuickSolvers Inc. aims to provide outsourced services in these areas on a project basis, or as an ongoing relationship. With their guidance and assistance, you will have more time and energy to focus on what you do best—running your business.

Kevin J. Harris

Kevin J. Harris founded QuickSolvers Inc. in 2008 with the goal of delivering top-quality accounting, consulting, and QuickBooks training to small businesses. Whether your company is looking for a highly qualified industry expert to manage its QuickBooks processes, training on how to effectively utilize QuickBooks, streamlined payroll services, or general accounting support and tax planning advice, QuickSolvers is the solution.

Lear more about QuickSolvers Inc. at www.quicksolvers.com.

Happy Holidays!

neighborhoodnetworking — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 13:09:49 +0000

On behalf of Lidia Varesco and Elizabeth Lulu Miranda here at Neighborhood Networking, we would like to wish YOU! all of our “neighbors” a wonderful holiday.

Thank you all for joining us month to month in a different neighborhood. We have enjoyed meeting you and getting to know you this past year. We’re also happy to learn from many of you that you have gained from making new friends and business connections. We hope that the new year brings you all the success you deserve. We will stay in touch to let you know of our quarterly events happening in 2011. Stay touch on Linkedin and join the Neighborhood Networking group. Hope to see you again next year.

Best Wishes,

Lidia and Lulu