Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce

HPCC Radar

First Thursday: Networking Session

Date: March 6, 2014, 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Highlight: The Chicago Maroon, co-sponsored by the SECC and Hyde Park Produce

Location: 1212 E. 59th street, Ida Noyes Hall, Third Floor Theater

Join us in March when members of the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce gather together to meet, greet and network!

This First Thursday is particularly important because it is being hosted by the University of Chicago student newspaper, The Chicago Maroon. Did you know there are over 300 Recognized Student Organizations (RSOs) on campus at the University of Chicago?

Come and network with the student staff of The Chicago Maroon (Chamber Member) and other student leaders. This is a First Thursday not to miss!

HPCC member businesses will be highlighted during the evening and meet the newest members of the Hyde Park Chamber of Commerce! Refreshments are being sponsored by the SECC and Hyde Park Produce. The session is open to businesses, neighbors and friends of Hyde Park.

Hope to see you there!

Third Wednesday: Business Briefs

Topic: Community Safety in Hyde Park

Gloria Graham, Assistant Chief of Police, University of Chicago & Tawrence Walton, Community Relations Officer

Location: CHANT - 1509 E. 53rd Street

Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2013

Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Save the date on your calendar!

Join us for our popular monthly luncheon at CHANT. For 2014, we'll focus on important topics for the business community. It's also a great opportunity for networking, and sharing great ideas!

Bring your business cards and information to share. The sessions are open to the public. Enjoy a tantilizing lunch at Chant during the presentation! Hope to see you there!

2014 First Thursday Calendar

Remember those warm summer days in Hyde Park?

Photo credit: Spencer Bibbs

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