** Building Notice **

Holiday Hope Donation Drive! – Elleven HOA has partnered with the South Park BID to bring you the Holiday Hope Donation Drive. During this holiday season, we will be collecting hygiene packs for the homeless. We ask that all donations be placed in gallon size Ziploc bags and be placed in the wicker basket located in the lobby.

Holiday Packages – The holiday season is here, and we are expecting a significant increase of package deliveries. In an effort to provide you with better service, we request you contact the desk prior to your arrival so we can have all packages ready for you. Additionally, we ask for all residents to take careful note and adhere to the guidelines listed in the Holiday Package notice.

Garage Safety Reminders – Safety & Security: Residents should practice their safety and security by taking precautions such as, reporting anyone who is acting in a suspicious manner, always locking your vehicles, and keeping all valuables out of sight. Please be very careful when driving through the parking garage. It is extremely important that everyone adheres to the posted 5 mph speed limit and observe all STOP signs.

**Social Committee Events**

Walkie-Talkie A Social Exercise Event RETURNS! – Lace-up your shoes and get ready for a walking tour of scenic DTLA Sunday, December 12 at 9:00 am. This two-hour stroll will start at the Blue Wishbone located at South Park Commons. Due to Covid-19 guidelines, you may need a face mask and will need to show proof of the Covid-19 vaccine to enter some locations. The group size will be limited, so please RSVP. Please wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, and be prepared to enjoy the outdoors. To RSVP or for additional information please contact Marty Goldberg at mggoldberg09@gmail.com.

Dining Around Downtown Club – The Elleven Dining Around Downtown Club meets at a different downtown restaurant at 7:30 pm on the second Wednesday of every month. This month the club will meet at Cara Cara, located at 1100 South Broadway, Wednesday, December 15, 7:30 pm. Your host for the evening will be Terry and Howard Rubinroit. Please RSVP: Virginia Wexman at vwexman@uic.edu

Sip & Sparklers Wine Tasting Event –Join your friends and neighbors for an evening of tasting delicious, flavorful blends of sparkling wine on Thursday, December 30^th from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm, in the Elleven Lobby. The tasting will include 3 samplings of sparkling wine and a snack for a total of $10.00 per person. RSVP is required and must be made by 12/28. To RSVP text your name and email address to (310)880-2442.

Elleven Lending Library – Management has received a few books for the lending library, and the bookcase has been placed just outside of the garage lobby doors for everyone to enjoy. The hope is that this Little Free Library will bring a little bit of joy, and new connections with your neighbors. If you are interested in donating books, please contact management to arrange a drop-off time. We hope you can join the movement and share some books with your community.

FREE DVD Rentals for Elleven – Virginia Wexman has so graciously offered to loan DVDs to Elleven residents! Attached you will find a list of available DVDs. If any of these spark your interest, please contact Virginia Wexman at vwexman@uic.edu to place your request, she will then drop off said DVD at the front desk for you to collect.

** Community Alerts **

The South Park Neighborhood Committee – The December edition of the South Park Neighborhood Committee Newsletter is now available for your reading pleasures. This monthly, community-oriented newsletter is generated by members of the South Park Neighborhood Committee. If you are interested in providing comments or suggestions, please email southparkneighborhoodcommittee@gmail.com. To join the committee on Facebook click HERE!

SPBID Outdoor Live Music Series – SPBID will be hosting a series of casual outdoor performances every Friday from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm at South Park Commons. All of the music will be low-key and family-friendly and will be shutting down long before bedtime. Social distancing will be expected and enforced by South Park BID. Stop by and enjoy some live music, for additional information or view upcoming events click HERE!

South Park BID Information & Resources – For the latest SPBID updates, resources, and this week’s newsletter click HERE! To stay up-to-date on neighborhood news, events, and more sign up HERE!