22, a new design studio and multi-use creative space in Berwyn, is proud to announce its first gallery exhibit, Blank Page, on display from January 27 to February 5. The exhibit features work from nineteen artists and designers, half from within the Chicago area and half from elsewhere. The variety of work presented in the Blank Page exhibit speaks to the variety of backgrounds, experiences and points of view of the artists represented. It also speaks to the blurring of media, techniques, and identity in the contemporary art and design landscape, themes we hope to address at 22 in more depth in future exhibits and events.

As a studio and creative space, 22 has two goals: to showcase the work of emerging and established artists from within the Chicago area, and to bring innovative, informative, and challenging work to our community, through a combination of studio practice and various events and exhibits. Blank Page is the first of these exhibits. Blank Page serves as an opportunity to introduce the Berwyn and Chicago communities to 22 in general, and as an opportunity to highlight the work of a variety of artists and designers. Just as the 22 studio space presents a blank page for future events, this show presents a blank page of opportunity for our artists.

Blank Page features work from the following artists: Christian Arrecis, Jessica Calek, Erika Dely, EPYON5, Chris Gans, Leo Hanifin, Ron Hemphill, C.J. Hungerman, Nicole Killian, Erin McGuire, Jennifer Norton, Kip Pasta, Lauren Payne, Sean Patrick, Egon Selby, Aim Sirampuj, Dan Streeting, Eric Tucker, and Melissa Urbonas.

In the spirit of celebrating new friends and old, the BDC has written its own "12 days of Christmas" (WILD Berwyn remix)! Traditionally, the "first day of Christmas" starts on December 25 and runs into early January. We invite our wonderful residents and commuters to spare a few moments over this holiday season as we unveil a new "gift" each day!

Here we go!

On the first day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/Zz8tNWxPdcs

On the second day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, two fancy drinks (Olive or Twist Restaurant & Martini Bar), and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/zFUPCTPP99U

On the third day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, three beef sizes (Buona Restaurant & Catering wants to know how big yours is!), two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/plDy5uK3C9I

On the fourth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, four spa treatments (The Skincare Company Spa Salon), three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/rxKGQmNmrYw

On the fifth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS (Brando's Beef), four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/xbB17KDijrE

On the sixth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, six cigars a-smoking (Cigars & Stripes), FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/wQKEa6yxaF0

On the seventh day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, seven washers spinning (World's Largest Laundromat), six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/yXYn5VNt-L4

On the eighth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, eight forks a-scraping (Autre Monde Cafe & Spirits), seven washers spinning, six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/kCRxUu9hVkI

On the ninth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, nine breads a-baking (Turano Baking Company), eight forks a-scraping, seven washers spinning, six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/0XpSm5xUP2M

On the tenth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, ten pizzas tossing (Paisans Pizzeria & Bar), nine breads a-baking, eight forks a-scraping, seven washers spinning, six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/OXCQoYafMSI

On the eleventh day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, eleven gifts a-wrapping (Serendipity Antiques, Gifts & Home Accents), ten pizzas tossing, nine breads a-baking, eight forks a-scraping, seven washers spinning, six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/5uxmWWQbAWE

On the twelfth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, twelve flowers blooming (Violet Flower Shop), eleven gifts a-wrapping, ten pizzas tossing, nine breads a-baking, eight forks a-scraping, seven washers spinning, six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/2-i4NJxp6-A

When you're WILD, you can extend any holiday! On the thirteenth day of Christmas, WILD Berwyn showed to me, thirteen programs hopping (Pav YMCA), twelve flowers blooming, eleven gifts a-wrapping, ten pizzas tossing, nine breads a-baking, eight forks a-scraping, seven washers spinning, six cigars a-smoking, FIVE DOLLAR DEALS, four spa treatments, three beef sizes, two fancy drinks and videos for all to see! http://youtu.be/y0qRsWGd7mM

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The BDC has partnered with Emmy-winning Ben Hollis to create WILD Berwyn, an online video series that showcases Berwyn's dynamic business community. Ben Hollis, original host of WTTW's long-running hit show Wild Chicago, will bring you into our exciting world and our amazing stories and treasures. To stay on top of Berwyn's latest and greatest videos, subscribe to the BDC's YouTube channel. See videos that certainly will answer the age-old question, "Why Berwyn?"

The Roosevelt Road Renaissance is upon us! After several years of construction, the redevelopment project between Harlem and Austin is now substantially complete. Our new streetscape's beautiful landscaping, elegant street lights, and lighted crosswalks are a welcome sign for residents and visitors. Experience Berwyn's northern entertainment and dining corridor and you'll find a dynamic mix of urban and suburban, vintage and modern, both authentic and unexpected. We have everything you might want for the holidays. Check out our retailers, restaurants and entertainment hot spots!

The Roosevelt Road streetscape project was a joint effort led by the City of Berwyn in conjunction with the Town of Cicero and Village of Oak Park. The development earned an International Economic Development Council award in 2010 for Regionalism & Cross-Border Promotion. A small amount of remaining work will be finalized in spring 2012. Construction updates and more can be found at www.rooseveltroad.com.

Buffalo Wild Wings®, winner of scores of best wings and best sports bar awards, is opening its newest location in Berwyn on Monday, November 14, bringing its mouth-watering wings to local residents. Buffalo Wild Wings is the destination for wing fanatics and sports fans alike and continues to prove to its guests again and again that “You Have to Be Here®” to experience the food, the sports and the fun, energetic atmosphere. The Berwyn Buffalo Wild Wings features big screens and wall-to-wall HD TVs for ultimate event and sports viewing.

The Berwyn Buffalo Wild Wings is located at 7130 W. Cermak Road. It is open Sunday – Thursday 11am – Midnight, Friday & Saturday 11am – 1am.