Unity Temple Restoration Foundation Emily Roth, Executive Director 875 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-8873 | Fax: (708) 383-7473 E-mail: info@utrf.org


www.unitytemple-utrf.org Non Profit historic preservation cultural organization. Open to the Public 7 days a week


Wonder Works, a Children’s Museum in Oak Park Mary Bodlak 6447 W. North Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-4815


E-mail: mbodlak@wonder-works.org


www.wonder-works.org A children’s museum MUSIC SCHOOLS


Cappelli Institute of Music, LLC Jeffrey Cappelli, Owner 1053 Lake St., 2nd & 3rd Fl., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 445-8460 | Fax: (708) 445-8488 E-mail: info@cappellimusic.com


www.cappellimusic.com Private music instruction for children, teens, adults and seniors.


Dorolyn Academy of Music Dr. Dorothy L. Bounds 411 South Blvd., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-7888 | Fax: (708) 383-7897 E-mail: dorolynacademy@sbcglobal.net


www.dorolynacademyofmusic.org Performing Arts: Music Instruction and Performance.


NEEDLEWORK Knot Just Knits Elizabeth Halpern


1107-1109 Westgate, Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 948-7943


E-mail: info@knotjustknits.com


www.knotjustknits.com Supplies and instruction for knitting, crochet, needlepoint and more.


NEWSPAPERS


Patch.com Robert K. Elder, Regional Editor Oak Park, IL 60304 (312) 860-8646


E-mail: rob@patch.com | www.patch.com Hyper-local news source covering education, police, politices and more.


Pioneer Press Rita Walker 1140 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 524-4464 | Fax: (708) 383-5398


The Tribune/Triblocal Media Group Jen Buehring 505 Northwest Ave., Northlake, IL 60164 (773) 259-5407 | Fax: 210-579-8897 E-mail: jbuehring@tribune.com


www.chicagotribune.com A media company for newspaper, online, direct mail, out- door and broadcast.


Wednesday Journal Dawn Fereneak 141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-8300 | Fax: (708) 524-0447 E-mail: dawn@oakpark.com


www.wednesdayjournalonline.com Publisher of weekly newspapers and Chicago Parent Maga- zine


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NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS


AACF Computer Learning Center Evelyn Mensah 6707 North Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-1700 | Fax: (708) 848-3701 E-mail: info@aacfworks.org


www.aacfworks.org AACF has helped to create employment opportunities for community residents since 1985. We also provide job train- ing programs.


American Cancer Society Danielle Villari Swets 7234 Ogden, Suite 3 South Riverside, IL 60546


(708) 484-8541 | Fax: (708) 484-3179 E-mail: danielle.swets@cancer.org


www.cancer.org American Cancer Society is dedicated to saving lives by help- ing pople stay well, get well, find cures, and fight back.


Oak-Leyden Developoment Services Valerie Plomin 411 Chicago Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-1050 | Fax: (708) 524-2469 E-mail: vplomin@oak-leyden.org


www.oak-leyden.org Developmently and special needs children non-profit orga- nization.


Seguin Services Julie Lerch 3100 S. Central, Cicero, IL 60804 (708) 863-3803 | Fax: (708) 863-3863


www.seguin.org Sequin Services supports children and adults with disabilities and other special needs, enabling them to be productive.


Ten Thousand Villages Clare Leavitt


121 North Marion Street, Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-4572


E-mail: oakpark@tenthousandvillages.com


www.oakpark.tenthousandvillages.com Fair Trade retailer which helps artisans in developing coun- tries earn an income by selling their products in our store.


Women In Management, Inc. KL Robertson Daly P.O. Box 3967, Oak Park, IL 60303 (708) 386-0496


E-mail: nearwestcook@wimonline.org


www.wimonline.org Professional women’s group dedicated to providing mentor- ing continuing education, leadership development opportu- nities on a monthly basis to members.


Zonta Club of Oak Park Karen Herman DeMuro, President P.O. Box 2024, Oak Park, IL 60303-2024 E-mail: oakpark@zontadistrict6.org


www.zonta-oakpark.org or www.zonta.org A member of Zonta International, a global organization of executives and professionals working together to advance the status of women worldwide through service and advo- cacy. Nearly 33,000 members belong to 1200 clubs in 67 countries.


NOT-FOR-PROFIT


Artisans & Crafters Unique Boutique of the Oak Park Woman’s Exchange Joan Dioguardi 839 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park , IL 60304


(708) 848-4693 | www.opwe.org The Oak Park Woman’s Exchange is a not-for-profit shop featuring original, one of a kind handcrafted gifts, jewelry, contemporary crafts and fine art work.


Opportunity Knocks Phil Carmody 8020 Madison St., River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-6159 x220


E-mail: phil@opportunityknocksnow.org www.opportunityknocksnow.org


Pivotal Staffing - Safter Foundation Claudia Barrers 808 S. Kedzie, Chicago, IL 60612 (773) 533-4862 E-mail: claudia.barrera@saferfoundation.org


www.pivotalstaffing.net Specializes in filling light industrial and entry-level posi- tions. We provide you a pre-screened, quickly scalable labor force when you need them. Let us do the sourcing for you, and improve your businesses productivity and bottom line at the same time. With Pivotal Staffing, you’ll reamp up with confidence.


West Cook Y Zachary Moyer 255 S. Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-5200 | Fax: (708) 383-0016 E-mail: membership@westcookymca.org


www.westcookymca.org The Y makes accessible the support and opportunities that empower people and communities to learn, grow and thrive. With a focus on youth development, healthy living and so- cial responsibility, the Y nutures the potential of every youth and teen, improves the nation’s health and well-being and provides opportunities to give back and support neighbors.


NURSING HOMES & ASSISTED LIVING


Belmont Village Oak Park Patricia Porter 1035 Madison St., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-7200 | Fax: (708) 848-7204 E-mail: pporter@belmontvillage.com


www.belmontvillage.com Belmont Village is the perfect solution for Seniors who need a little help with the activities of daily living.


Berkeley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Rose Rodriguez, Admissions 6909 W. North Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-1112 | Fax: (708) 524-4818 E-mail: admissionsrr@gmail.com


www.berkeleynrc.com Berkeley is a skilled care residence that provides quality care in a home like enviorment since 1960.


Victory Centre of Riverwoods Barbara Travis


1800 River Woods Drive, Melrose Park, IL 60160 (708) 547-5800 | Fax: (708) 345-7458 E-mail: btravis@pathwayseniorliving.com


www.pathwayseniorliving.com Supportive living 65 years and older. Assistance with ac- tivities and daily living, housekeeping, laundry, 3-meals per day, dinning room, nursing services, med. reminders. Activi- ties, financial assistance for qualified individuals.


OPHTHALMOLOGISTS


Kirk Eye Center Trent Roark, Administrator


7427 Lake Street, River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-3334 | Fax: (708) 771-9614 E-mail: troark@kirkeye.com


www.kirkeye.com Full service ophthalmology services - eye exams; cataract surgery; refractive surgery; glaucoma; contact lens; optical.


OPTOMETRY


Compass Eye Care, Inc. Albert Licup, O.D. 603 Madison St., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-2150 | Fax: (708) 383-2553 E-mail: admin@compasseyecare.com


www.compasseyecare.com We provide unparrelled comprehensive eye care and educa- tion, and offer superior eye wear and eye care products to you, our patient.


The Eyeglass Shop, Inc. Dorothy M. Spourdalakis 715 Lake Street - Lobby Level Oak Park, IL 60301


(708) 848-6640 | Fax: (708) 848-6646 E-mail: theeyeglassshop@yahoo.com


www.theeyeglassshop.net Complete eye care for the whole family. Friendly, personal- ized service. Vision plans welcome.


ORGANIZING SERVICES


Think Inside the Box: organizing for success! Karen Wackrow Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 822-8865


E-mail: karen@thinkinsidethebox.org


www.thinkinsidethebox.org Think Inside the Box is dedicated to eliminating clutter and stress in everyday life.


ORTHODONTICS


Drs. Battistoni + Beam, Ltd. Dawn Chakonas 6855 W. North Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-5900 | Fax: (708) 848-0315 E-mail: dchakonas@yahoo.com


www.Awesomebraces.com Orthodontic practice for adolescents and adults since 1962, providing state-of-the art technology including Sure Smile and Invisalign.


Novick Orthodontics Dr. Darshana Novik 7351 W. North Ave., River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-2300 | Fax: (708) 366-2595 E-mail: novick@novickorthodontics.com


www.novickorthodontics.com Orthodontics Office


Nudera Orthodontics Dr. James Nudera 7310 W. North Ave., Ste. 2A Elmwood Park, IL 60707


(708) 456-5454 | Fax: (708) 456-5497 E-mail: nuderaorthodontics@gmail.com


www.nuderaOrthodontics.com Dedicated to creating beautiful smiles. Offering the latest, cutting-edge technology in orthodontic treatment.


PAINTING


Utopian Art Group Terry Rashbrook, Owner Oak Park, IL 60304 (773) 458-3600


E-mail: utopiandad@gmail.com Licensed, Bonded and Insured. Custom painting and drywall repairs. Color and design solutions for your home or busi- ness. Free estimates.


2011-2012 Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce Community Guide


www.oprfchamber.org


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