Chicago Events 

4th Annual Ryne and Dyne
Tuesday, September 29

RCN will sponsor the 4th Annual Ryne and Dyne at Murphy’s Bleachers (3653 N. Sheffield Avenue). Twenty lucky winners and their guests will have dinner with Cub’s Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg, on Tuesday, September 29 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. To enter, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it before September 28 at 8:00 a.m. Make sure to include your name, number, address, and account number. You must be 21 years or older to enter.

Lakeview East Festival of the Arts
September 26 & 27

RCN will sponsor Lakeview East Festival of the Arts. The festival will take place September 26 & 27 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Broadway Avenue, just north of Belmont Avenue. The event entails premier fine art and fine craft festival showcasing over 130 juried artists. The Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce has hosted this event for the past three years and has been rated as one of the top shows in Sunshine Artist’s Magazine. More than 40,000 attendees are expected to attend this year’s festival. RCN will be an official sponsor. Make sure to stop by the booth for free prizes!

RCN College Fall Rush - HBO True Blood
Friday - Sunday, October 9 - 11; October 16 - 18
Thursday - Sunday, October 22 - October 25
Wednesday - Sunday, October 28 - November 1

RCN will partner with the University of Illinois Medical Center as part of its Fall Rush campaign. This year’s promotion includes two blood drives and three “True Blood” themed events where guests have an opportunity to enjoy music and refreshments as well as a free tasting of “Tru Blood,” the highly anticipated beverage from HBO.

“True Blood” fans had the opportunity to meet Nelsan Ellis at Hamilton’s for the “Fangtasia” party on September 11.

Ellis is known for his role as Lafayette Reynolds, the short-order cook at the show’s popular hangout, Merlotte’s. Decorated to resemble Fangtasia, the show’s popular vampire bar, the party featured music, food and refreshments. The “Fangtasia” party was open to all, but fans were required to RSVP at www.rcn.com/fangs

Continuing the theme, RCN will sponsor two University of Illinois Medical Center blood drives. The first drive was held on September 17 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Depaul University’s Cortelyou Commons (2324 N. Fremont St.).

The second blood drive will be held on September 24 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Loyola University’s Bremmer Lounge Centennial Forum Student Union (1125 Loyola Ave., across from the Gentile Center). Donors will receive giveaways as well as snacks and refreshments.

“By partnering with RCN, the University of Illinois Medical Center is better able to fulfill its mission of providing blood to patients in need, and we are grateful to RCN for helping to raise awareness about the constant need for blood,” said Dr. Sally Campbell-Lee, Director of Transfusion Medicine. “The college community is very supportive of the Medical Center, and these blood drives will help to ensure that blood is on hospital shelves when it’s needed most.”

“Fall Rush promotions are special every year, as it’s always a great opportunity to meet and interact with our customers of all ages,” said Tom McKay, Senior Vice President and General Manager of RCN Chicago. “We are pleased that this year’s partnership with the University of Illinois Medical Center will help promote the importance of blood donation through sponsorship of the campus blood drives. RCN is committed to its customers and to the community, and these events are a great way to show our support.”

Chicago Bears Meet and Greet
Tuesday, October 20

Enter for your chance to win a meet and greet with a Chicago Bear’s player on Tuesday, October 20.

To enter, please email your name, address, phone number, and account number to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it before October 10. If your name is pulled, we will contact you with further details of the event.