Berwyn Magazine 2019 Issue 3

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5 THINGS YOU MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT THE 100-YEAR-OLD MACNEAL HOSPITAL PAGE 12-13

VEGGIE DELIGHTS PAGE 9

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BERWYN BEHIND THE SCENES A quarterly publication by the Berwyn Development Corporation 3322 S. Oak Park Ave. • Berwyn, IL 60402 708-788-8100 • berwyn.net

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A word from our President.

We’re now a little more than halfway through an exciting 2019! Although we were met with rain and hail at our first events of the season, it was no match for us as we putted our way through April’s Mini-Golf Pub Crawl and discovered new treasures at June’s Clean Sweep Garage Sale. Throughout June, Berwyn supported and celebrated the LGBTQ+ community during the City’s Pride Month. For the third year running, the City of Berwyn held the annual Pride Walk, a family-friendly event that celebrates Berwyn’s growing LGBTQ+ community and thriving diversity. Before heading to the Pride Walk, the community joined BUNGALO for the Pride in the Park Picnic at Proksa Park. Throughout the month, local businesses showed their support by incorporating Pride into their logo designs and featured themed items for sale. It’s amazing to see how Berwyn has evolved and continues to grow as a community. We will take strides to make sure our City is even more welcoming and inclusive.

I had the opportunity to sit down with City Clerk Marge Paul, who provided some background on the history of the LGBTQ community here in Berwyn:

“The Berwyn United Neighborhood Gay and Lesbian Organization (BUNGALO) was formed after the Berwyn City Council at the time refused to add sexual orientation to its Human Rights Ordinance. The Human Rights Ordinance was, in fact, federally mandated because a cross was burned on the front lawn of a home owned by a family of color. This occurred in the 1980’s.

BUNGALO originated when LGBTQ residents asked to be covered by the Human Rights Ordinance. The mayor at the time made the famous remark that ‘There are no gay people in Berwyn.’ The LGBTQ residents who stood up for us then started BUNGALO to press for inclusion. It took BUNGALO 13 years to have sexual orientation finally included in the ordinance. I know, I helped write it and get it passed.

BUNGALO worked hard to create acceptance of LGBTQ residents. Our motto was “We too are Berwyn”. Members joined every civic organization in the city. It is because of their work for inclusion that Berwyn became more welcoming. The active participation of BUNGALO in Berwyn led to the BDC’s rainbow ‘bull’s eye’ marketing campaign which was the first effort by a Chicago suburb to market their city to the LGBTQ community. BDC’s sponsorship of Halsted Market Days followed years later.

This is the 50th anniversary of Stonewall. Our community should celebrate. But, we also must remember how we got here. Recent history allows us to finally say that Berwyn is a welcoming community. I know that you will agree with me that we have more to do to welcome home our transgendered brothers and sisters.”

In July, we kicked off the summer right at the 4th of July Fireworks celebration. This event was generously sponsored by World’s Largest Laundromat, Berwyn Park District, North Berwyn Park District, J. Sterling Morton High School District 201, Berwyn Firefighters Local 506, Illinois Municipal Police Association Local 1, and the City of Berwyn. We can’t wait for all the community events ahead!

We have an action-packed second half of the year with the upcoming Taste of Cermak Road presented by Mayor Robert J. Lovero in July, themed Cruise Nites in July and August, followed by the WeatherTech® Route 66 Car Show sponsored by Paisans Pizzeria & Bar in late August, and Berwyn’s Oktoberfest presented by Loyola Medicine and MacNeal Hospital in September. Check out our community calendar on the newly revamped WhyBerwyn.com for even more events and happenings around our fair City.

We are excited to announce the new Why Berwyn? Marketing Campaign that recently kicked off in June and continues promoting our messages of “Handcrafted Community” and “Full of Character(s).” While you’re on local CTA lines or hanging out around Chicago, look for some familiar faces. For the first time ever, you can also catch our Berwyn characters in action on digital advertising at the Ogilvie Transportation Center in downtown Chicago! Not only will we showcase our characters, but also the various events that celebrate our Handcrafted Community.

Our Economic Development team continues to deliver exciting news for our community. Since January, we’ve welcomed nine new businesses, offering new and exciting shopping opportunities and services for residents and visitors alike. The former McDonald’s location at 6900 W Ogden Ave is now home to Slice Factory’s newest location and headquarters, complete with a 24-hour Slice Thru! Adding to the economic strength of the Ogden Avenue corridor, their former location will be transformed into their catering division, Big Mama’s Kitchen. In the Cermak Road corridor, we are pleased to announce that Old Navy will be joining Cermak Plaza later this year. In addition to gaining new businesses, we are celebrating a few significant milestones this year. Congratulations to MacNeal Hospital and Ogden Top & Trim on 100 years in Berwyn! With that, enjoy the summer and fall in our We offer a wide range beautiful City that is #NothingLikeASuburb!

Board of Directors OFFICERS PRESIDENT Andy Sotiropoulos VICE PRESIDENT Anthony Belcaster VICE PRESIDENT Richard "Jousef" Mondragon TREASURER Nora Laureto SECRETARY Melissa Kowalski

STAFF Economic Development Specialist Ryan Arnold Special Events Coordinator Sande Brennan Division Director of Chamber Services Erika Corona-Owens Accountant Bob Hodgetts

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DIRECTORS Dorothy Chiero Mary E. Cleary Jeffrey Janda Sandra Dita Lopez Mario Manfredini Brendan O’Connor Gilbert Peña Jamie Revell Diane Salemi Executive Director David Hulseberg Division Director of Economic Development & Planning Services Brett Michaelson Administrative Assistant Valeria Orozco Program Assistant, Chamber Services Judy Saraceno-Swenson Project Manager of Economic Development Sophia Smarandescu Administrative Assistant Megan Strama

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Page 9 Veggie Delights Page 10 Kid-Friendly Berwyn Page 11 Berwyn Bucket List: Summer Edition

Pages 12-13 5 Things You Might Not Know About the 100-Year-Old MacNeal Hospital Pages 14-15 Berwyn Behind the Scenes Pages 16-19 Community Compass Pages 20-21 “Hot Deals” Coupons Page 22 Developing Berwyn Page 22 Philanthropic Grant Program

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Since 2007, the City of Berwyn has actively promoted its rich history and forward momentum. In 2017, the campaign was showcased as a best practice in the Homes for a Changing Region Toolkit, which was created by the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP), Metropolitan Mayors Caucus and Metropolitan Planning Council. The toolkit is an online guide to help communities plan for their current and future residents. Berwyn was selected as a case study due to our success in stimulating investment and building brand awareness for the community.

The 2019 campaign continues its storytelling under the “Nothing Like A Suburb” tagline that has been used for the past five years. This year’s messaging carries over from 2017 and 2018 and reflects Berwyn’s core values and assets—our individuality and genuine community. Outdoor advertising and social media will again focus on the theme Full of Character(s). This year, the BDC collaborated with local photographer Joel Gonzalez of WeOurStory again to capture the campaign images.

Each theme highlights specific local “characters” to help illustrate our message. Our characters, whether they are homegrown or have seen Berwyn as a beacon for their craft, have made an impact on our cultural landscape. The subjects of our ads are:

Local Artist Antonia Ruppert of Antonia Ruppert Fine Art

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Open Gym times run daily, and their early childhood development experts carefully craft a series of kids’ classes, from Mighty Ninjas (ages 4-9) to Kids Yoga (ages 0-13), that will get children moving while developing skills that will serve them well into adolescence. For the past two years, Lunges ‘n Lattes has worked with a local Montessori school offering internships for kids preparing for high school, employs area high school and college students, and offers exclusive discounts for members under 18 years. Be sure to check out their full schedule at lungesnlattes.com/schedule.

The sun is out and summer is here—now go have some fun with your little ones! Berwyn has plenty of kid-friendly activities all around town! Here is a guide to get you started.

Berwyn Park District 3701 S Scoville Ave The Berwyn Park District has a variety of activities happening later this fall to get your kiddos moving in the parks. New this year is the Fall Youth Baseball League which is focused on introducing and developing basic baseball skills such as throwing, hitting, base running and the rules of baseball. You can sing, dance and play with your little one in Tot Rock and Kid Rock, two music programs made to get you moving and grooving with your child. Additional information on these programs and events can be found by visiting berwynparks.org.

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2947 S Oak Park Ave The Pav YMCA offers a variety of youth sports programs for children 6 months to 13+ years old. Start the summer off safely and register for a swimming lesson to teach your child safety around water. For the kids who are just active and want to keep moving, there are tons of sports classes! If your child loves to tumble, there is a wide range of fantastic gymnastics classes suited for any level. Coaches and instructors at the Pav YMCA strive to keep every child engaged in activity while incorporating the Y’s core values of respect, responsibility, honesty and caring through a sport they love. View their most recent program guide at pavymca.org to get your child started today!

1619 S Wesley Ave Join North Berwyn Park District in celebrating family, education, and the rich diversity in our community at Fiesta Nuestras Raices. Festivities begin Fri, Aug 16 from 6-10pm with the Mariachi Festival and continue on Sat, Aug 17 from 12-9pm. Partnering with Berwyn North School District 98, their Back to School Fiesta is held Berwyn’s Toys & Trains on Sat, Aug 17 from 12-4pm. Whether you come to 7025 W Ogden Ave celebrate your cultural heritage, get information Head over to our stretch of Historic 16th Street Theater on the upcoming school year, or to simply Route 66 and marvel at the vintage model 6420 W 16th St enjoy some good food, good music, and trains, complete with tree-lined tracks, at Where do artists get their inspiration? good times, a variety of entertainment Berwyn’s Toys & Trains. Check out their smallFrom a picture book, a newspaper clipping, awaits you! Visit nbpd4fun.org town replica model equipped with three trains a family photo, or maybe even a recipe? for more information.

During their summer camp Play Making: Intro that chug along the rails or let your little one’s to Devising, 16th Street Theater artists teach your imagination go wild on the Thomas the Train tables kids to make plays from the stories that surround us available for play. Stop in with the kids on Sat, every day. Your child will use their voice, body, and Aug 3 from 10:30am-5pm for BRIO Play Day imagination to create a brand-new piece of theater, where your little one will have fun building a then perform it on the stage for family and friends wooden train layout and will even go home at 16th Street! The program is for ages 8-11 with a free wooden BRIO engine! and runs from July 22 through Aug 9, Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. Register at For more information, visit the North Berwyn Park District (1619 S berwynstoytrains.com.

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5 Things You Might Not Know About the

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MacNeal Hospital If Dr. Arthur MacNeal, founder of MacNeal Hospital, saw his Berwyn, Illinois facility today, he would not recognize it. With 374 beds, a 2,000 person staff, and more than 550 medical professionals specializing in obstetrics, orthopedics, cardiology, cardiac rehabilitation, sports medicine, oncology, home care, bariatrics, behavioral health, immediate emergency care and more, MacNeal Hospital is a far cry from its humble beginnings a century ago.

The original home of Dr. MacNeal

While a lot has changed with MacNeal Hospital, its mission of providing quality, compassionate care to patients and the community remains the same. In celebration of MacNeal Hospital’s landmark 100th anniversary, here are five little-known facts about its history.

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Before it was a hospital, it was a home.

By the 1940s, MacNeal Hospital provided the most care—and jobs—in Berwyn.

In 1919, Dr. Arthur MacNeal launched a small practice from the living room of his unassuming, ten-room residence in Berwyn. His patient network boomed and he quickly outgrew his facility. Five years later, he broke ground on a threestory building a few blocks north—the beginnings of MacNeal Hospital as it is known today.

As Berwyn grew into a thriving town, so did the hospital. By 1929, MacNeal constructed an additional floor onto its original, three-story structure to accommodate increasing demand.

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Just a decade later, construction began on a new expansion that would add 165 beds to the facility. By the 1940s, MacNeal was the city’s top employer. As equal parts employer and consumer, the hospital ushered in a wealth of opportunity and development for Berwyn and the surrounding communities in Chicago’s western suburbs.

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4 3 Not just a healthcare provider, but a leading educator.

In 1969, MacNeal instituted the first department of family practice residency program in Illinois. This program not only helped train future family physicians—it also established MacNeal as a teaching hospital.

Today, as a member of Trinity Health and Loyola Medicine, the family practice residency program is just one of many educational programs offered at MacNeal Hospital.

Providing exceptional medical services to patients while cultivating leaders in healthcare and education are now integral parts of the MacNeal Hospital mission.

5 The Primary Stroke Center has years of experience and the certifications to show for it.

MacNeal Hospital is nationally recognized for its dedication to stroke education, prevention and recovery. The Primary Stroke Center, which has served patients for over ten years, is a recipient of the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval® and American Heart Association/American Stroke Association Stroke Gold Plus Quality Award—testaments to the comprehensive care and rehabilitation services MacNeal offers its patients throughout the recovery process.

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MacNeal’s cardiovascular care is ranked among the best in the nation.

The coronary care unit at MacNeal Hospital may have opened in 1964, but its leading-edge technology, state-of-the-art facilities, advanced diagnostics and minimally invasive procedures earned it a spot as one of IBM Watson Health’s top 50 cardiovascular hospitals in 2018. For patients, that quality of care makes a big difference.

“From my visit to the ER where I was diagnosed with a heart attack within minutes of arrival, to a complication-free stent procedure, to graduation from cardiac rehab, MacNeal made it easy for me to focus on what I needed to do to take better care of myself,” says Karen Maher, a MacNeal cardiovascular care patient. “I was worried that I would not be able to make the necessary lifestyle changes and would fail myself and my family, but the Cardiac Rehab Team held my hand just enough to get me motivated to live a healthier life,” says Karen. She adds, “I feel very lucky to have walked through those ER doors.”

MacNeal maintains its top 50 ranking to date as it continues to pursue better, more advanced ways to care for patients, their hearts, and their overall well-being.

A hundred years of progress.

A hundred years of care.

While the advanced inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, psychiatric, diagnostic and treatment services found at MacNeal Hospital today may be far from what Dr. Arthur MacNeal could offer—or could ever imagine—a century earlier, his legacy of compassionate care remains the heart and soul of the hospital that proudly bears his name.

“It has always been the people that make the difference here,” says Mary Jo Kron, a 37-year-long hospital employee and team lead in labor and delivery. “We call MacNeal a family, because we treat both patients and coworkers as if they are.”

To learn more about MacNeal Hospital, its history, or to find a physician, visit macnealhospital.org.

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Behind the Scenes Take a closer look at the Berwyn businesses you know and love.

Look behind the curtain and find out what makes these thriving businesses so unique. Our 4.4 square miles is #FullOfCharacter and with establishments with stories like these, it’s not hard to see why Berwyn is #NothingLikeASuburb!

 Old Fashioned Candies Founded in 1969 on 26th Street in Chicago by George and Theresa Brunslik, the store moved to Berwyn in 1976.

In 2016, they celebrated 40 years in the community.

Today, it is still family owned and run by the second and third generations. Old Fashioned Candies stocks a wide range of items including handmade chocolates, nostalgic candy, party favors, chocolate novelties, corporate gifts and of course their best seller: chocolate covered strawberries! For 50 years and counting, they have taken pride in offering quality products and exceptional customer service. Join Old Fashioned Candies this year as they celebrate 50 years in business with a four-day sales event from August 8 to 11 that will satisfy your biggest sweet tooth.

6210 W Cermak Rd | Berwyn, IL | (708) 788-6669 | oldfashionedcandiesinc.com

 Flapjack Brewery Did you know? All of the beer and food served at Flapjack Brewery is made in house! Their beer in particular takes time and talent. It is brewed in double 2.75 barrel batches with a total of 5.5 barrels per fermenter (1 barrel equals 31 gallons). A typical brew day will take 8-10 hours depending on the style of beer brewed. The fermentation process typically takes 2-3 weeks from start to finish. Flapjack Brewery knows you can’t rush perfection!

They aren’t just a brewery—they also serve up some of the best wood-fired pizza around! Just like the beer, the pizza is crafted to perfection, too. The pizza dough and ingredients are made fresh every day from scratch and in small batches. The wood-fired oven uses kilned white oak and the temperature inside can reach 800 degrees Fahrenheit. The dough is hand stretched to 11.5” and then baked between 750-800 degrees Fahrenheit and typically takes 120-180 seconds.

6833 W Stanley Ave | Berwyn, IL | (708) 637-4030 | flapjackbrewery.com

 Friendly Music Community The Friendly Music Community is always playing in the key of “C”—a “C” for Community!

Comprised of three services—the Friendly Tap, Friendly Coffee Lounge and Friendly School of Folk Music—the Friendly Music Community offers free entertainment, programs, events and overall good vibes. They’re your neighborhood gathering place, no matter your age or interests.

Music abounds in live shows, a themed atmosphere and incomparable music instruction. But did you know they also host a monthly Comedy Night and the JLH Craft & Vintage Market, offer a monthly Drum Jam and weekly Story Time, televise events on a big screen TV, book private parties, and more?

Come visit!

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 Capri Ristorante Due Started in 1984 by the matriarch of the family, Mama, who you can still find in the kitchen today whipping up Mama’s Sunday Gravy, Capri Ristorante has become a Berwyn staple! With Mama’s recipes guiding the way, Capri has recently opened a second location here in Berwyn, Capri Ristorante Due in the Depot District, which will soon have a full bar expansion. The new location offers all of the same classic Italian dishes as the Roosevelt Rd location, complete with one of the best patio spots in Berwyn that is open through September. You can’t do summer in Berwyn without stopping by their patio for lunch or dinner! They will have daily summer food specials just for you as well. Pro tip: Their patio has the best view for Berwyn’s Oktoberfest!

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 Buddy Bear Car Wash Phil DeGeratto, owner of Buddy Bear Car Wash, comes from a family of entrepreneurs. His grandfather, known as “Papa Bear” by locals and friends, was the owner of Big Bear Foods Supermarket in the 1960’s. Later, Phil’s father opened up his own food center called Buddy Bear. Today, Phil continues the legacy and name with Buddy Bear Car Wash! Phil opened the first Buddy Bear Car Wash on Pulaski & Washington over 30 years ago. Today, he has 10 car wash locations across the Chicagoland area. Phil is very proud to be a third generation DeGeratto and run a business under the Buddy Bear brand. They provide jobs for families of their communities and operate their new corporate headquarters right here in Berwyn.

Buddy Bear Car Wash offers state-of the art facilities with free high-powered vacuum stations and mat cleaning machines, as well as friendly gate attendants and a flat belt conveyor. Plus, their lava foam and hot wax gives you a deeper, safer clean than most traditional car washes. Sign up for their Monthly Car Wash Packages starting at $19.99 with access to any of their locations and up to 1 wash per day!

6201 W Ogden Ave | Berwyn, IL | (708) 795-8920 | buddybearcarwash.com

 Gina’s Italian Ice It was a hot year in Chicago in 1977, and people needed a delicious way to cool down. Gina purchased a storefront on Roosevelt Road in Berwyn that was set to be a pizza place, but the project was never completed. With a recipe she learned back in Italy, Gina started making Italian ice lemonade by hand and selling scoops in small paper “squeeze” cups for 15 cents each. As word of Gina’s cool and refreshing ice spread around the neighborhood, more flavors were added to the menu. Using the original recipe, each flavor is made daily by hand using fresh fruits bought from local markets. Gina’s remains a staple of Berwyn and will continue to be for a long time. Stop in for a delicious frozen treat and check out their photo wall of visitors, some of whom now bring their kids in years later!

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 Ogden Top & Trim Shop Inc Founded by Frank Nesladek in 1919, Ogden Top & Trim is now in its third generation serving Berwyn and the automotive industry for 100 years and counting. The range of cars that have won major awards with their interiors has shown them to be one of the winningest and diversely capable upholstery shops in the nation. Their Street Rod interiors have won the prestigious Ridler Award and America’s Most Beautiful Roadster, and their restorations have won at Pebble Beach and Amelia Island. In addition, their sports car work has won awards at the Jaguar Nationals and the coveted Platinum Award at Palm Beach’s Cavallino Classic Show for Ferraris.

Leading the design and creation team at Ogden Top & Trim is John Mayer. A graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago School of Design, he enjoys every aspect of his work. He often says, “Custom cars let me be creative, and restoration keeps me in line.”

Carol Nesladek, owner of Ogden Top & Trim, took on the family business because she wanted the challenge. Carol attributes much of the company’s success to John Mayer, who is a partner of the company. It’s his designs and the shop’s team work that earns awards, and she handles the administrative and business operations of the company. For Carol, the business has always been a central part of her family.

Her grandparents founded the business as a store for horse and buggy equipment in 1919, and it has remained a constant operation ever since. They lived right upstairs, and regularly hosted Thanksgiving dinners there. For Carol’s birthday a few years ago, the mayor and City Council gave a portion of East Ave the honorary title of “Nesladek Way” to commemorate the family’s impact on the community. The business continues to be a success to this day.

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 Cigars & Stripes BBQ Lounge For over 20 years, Cigars & Stripes has been an Ogden Ave staple that provides their guests with more than just any other tavern experience. They have a passion for art, nightly entertainment and great beer, and they’re sharing it with the community. Comedy Nights are their specialty as hosts of Chicagoland’s longest up and running “Open Mic Comedy Night” which has happened every Wednesday for over 17 years. Stop in on a Wednesday for some delicious BBQ and lots of laughs!

All their BBQ is small batch and made in house from the sauce on up. You may have seen their wings on CNN, featured on Chicago’s Best, the Chicago Tribune, and more! They have 13 craft beers on a rotating tap daily, plus they offer a full selection of premium cigars and a beer garden where you can enjoy them. You’re invited to come visit and enjoy a quality atmosphere, delicious BBQ and spend time with some truly unique individuals. If you love Halloween and Hot Rods, this place is for you. Drop by the WeatherTech® Rt 66 Car Show Sponsored by Paisans Pizzeria & Bar and grab a Tijuana Street Dog or two!

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Education BERWYN NORTH SCHOOL DISTRICT 98

bn98.org After careful consideration of several excellent candidates, the Berwyn North School District 98 School Board of Education has selected Michelle Smith as Superintendent of Schools. Ms. Smith was formerly the Principal at Lincoln Middle School and brings a history of strong leadership skills, as well as extensive knowledge of curriculum and instruction.

Under her leadership, Lincoln Middle School was identified by the Illinois State Board of Education as an Exemplary School. Congratulations to Ms. Smith! We would also like to invite families to the annual Back to School Fiesta in partnership with the North Berwyn Park District on Saturday, August 17 from 12pm-4pm located at 16th St and Wesley Ave.

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bsd100.org Berwyn South School District 100 is dedicated to early learning and preparing Berwyn’s youngest members of the community for Kindergarten. District 100 offers preschool programming for children ages 3-5, with half-day and full day programs available. Their classrooms are inclusive environments where children learn through a play-based curriculum. They believe that play allows children to develop their creativity, enhance language skills, practice problem solving skills, and increase their independence. District 100 offers developmental screenings for newborns through children age five. If you are interested in learning more about their preschool program, visit bsd100.org.

jsmort.schoolwires.net Join us as we celebrate the grand opening of the Morton West Freshman Academy! There will be activities for the entire family such as inflatables, tours of the new building, free snacks, and more. Join us for the grand opening celebration on Friday, August 9 from 3pm-8pm at 2400 S Home Ave. The celebration will be greatly enriched by the community’s presence. #MortonPride #OrgulloMorton

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morton.edu Morton College welcomes the opportunity to provide you with an exciting, challenging and rewarding undergraduate experience. The Fall 2019 semester begins on August 19. Meet with an advisor today and join the Morton College Community! For more information, call (708) 656-8000 ext. 1150, or visit morton.edu.

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Library BERWYN PUBLIC LIBRARY

berwynlibrary.org The library is going through renovations to better serve the public! Changes include new paint and carpeting, along with better signage throughout the building. In the Youth Department, picture book shelving has been updated to make it more kid-friendly. In addition, the study rooms will be moved to the Reference Department in the fall to make room for a larger play space for young children. More kid-friendly fun is right around the corner! The 10th annual Fairytale Ball is August 25 at 2pm. This is one of the biggest events of the year at the Berwyn Public Library, featuring music, storytelling, crafts, and plenty of photo opportunities. This year, the library is focusing on highlighting folk and fairy tales from all around the globe, so get ready to meet some exciting characters who might be new to you!

For our adult community members, the library is also adding a new accredited high school diploma program in addition to the GED resources. This program is fully online and comes with free tutoring to help you succeed even in the most difficult classes. Credits already completed can be transferred into the program, shortening the amount of time it takes to get your diploma.

The Berwyn Public Library just updated its website to make it more mobile-friendly and easier to use. Visit berwynlibrary.org to see all of the events, online classes, new materials, and streaming services available at your library. You will also notice an updated logo and book matching service that are sure to inspire.

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Parks BERWYN PARK DISTRICT

berwynparks.org T-Mobile and the Berwyn Park District are partnering to connect the community! The Berwyn Park District, Berwyn South School District 100 and Pav YMCA are hosting the Back to School Picnic at Proksa Park (3001 S Wisconsin Ave) on Sunday, August 18 from 12pm to 2pm. Enjoy FREE admission and meet your child’s school staff! There will be lunch off the grill, school supply giveaways donated by the Pav YMCA, activities, vendors, music and more. Berwyn Park District is also hosting the Berwyn Brew Fest, a craft beer sampling event that features local brews, local music and local food trucks at Proksa Park on Saturday, September 28 from 1pm to 5pm. Event is 21+. Buy tickets at berwynbrewfest.com.

NORTH BERWYN PARK DISTRICT

nbpd4fun.org Join the North Berwyn Park District in promoting health and wellness in our community by running or walking and celebrating in the second annual Corrida del Mariachi 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, August 17 from 8am to 9:30am! Starting at 16th and Wesley, runners will be cheered on with entertainment throughout the race course, including live mariachis, traditional folkloric dance groups and a house music DJ. There will be a post-race party with authentic Mexican and Latin American food set to music.

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16thstreettheater.org Beginning on September 5 at the very start of football season, an exciting new play by Loy A. Webb about ambition and activism on the football field is coming to 16th Street Theater.

About His Shadow A disgruntled college freshman tries to step out of his older brother’s towering shadow and make a name for himself on the football field. When tragedy strikes, the course of his career is challenged, and his life is altered. His Shadow is a story of ambition and activism, and which one will emerge the victor when the two collide. A world premiere!

Don’t miss His Shadow by Loy A. Webb, directed by Wardell Julius Clark playing September 5 through October 12, 2019 at 6420 W 16th St in Berwyn. For tickets and for more information, call (708) 795-6704 or visit 16thstreettheater.org.

Health TOWNSHIP OF BERWYN–PUBLIC HEALTH DISTRICT

toi.org/berwyntownship Did you know every child entering preschool, kindergarten, 6th grade, or high school is required to have a school physical?

Physicals are also needed when transferring to a new school and sports physicals are necessary for children participating on a school sports team. >>

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Township of Berwyn Continued The Berwyn Public Health District is here to help! Berwyn residents who need a low-cost school or sports physical for their child may obtain a referral form from the Health District at 6600 W 26th St. In addition to a physical, certain grade levels require a Blood Lead Level Screening (FREE) and/or a TB skin test ($15.00). Additional immunizations may also be required. The Berwyn Public Health District provides a FREE Immunization Program for eligible children up to 18 years old. Call (708) 788-6600 for more information and to schedule an appointment.

BERWYN RECREATION DEPT.

berwynrecreation.com The City of Berwyn Recreation Dept. has a fun-filled schedule of events and programs for Berwyn residents at all stages in life!

Kick off fall at the Welcome Back Party hosted by Mayor Robert J. Lovero on Wednesday, September 25 from 11:30am to 2pm. Berwyn resident seniors can attend for free, non-resident seniors $8. Coffee, tea and refreshments will be served, plus $1 raffles and great prizes!

In October, join us for Mayor Lovero’s Halloween Party on Saturday, October 26 from 12pm to 2pm. There will be a costume contest for kids 12 and under, plus themed activities and games, a bounce house, popcorn, lemonade and more. They will be giving out 150 free pumpkins to the first to arrive, and all kids will receive a free taffy apple!

For seniors, join us for the Adults 55 & Over Halloween Party hosted by Mayor Lovero on Thursday, October 31 from 11:30am to 2pm. Enter the costume contest, enjoy lunch and win fun prizes! Lunch is free to Berwyn residents, $8 for non-residents.

Registration for 2020 Youth Basketball begins November 1 until slots are filled. Practices begin mid-December and Saturday games go from January to March. Team sponsors and coaches are needed.

Just in time for the holidays, join us for Autumn Awakening on Wednesday, November 20 from 11:30am to 2pm. Wear your autumn colors as you play fun trivia games, enter in the Turkey Raffle and baking contest, and enjoy lunch.

Call (708) 788-2010 for more information on the events listed above.

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Berwyn has seen a flurry of economic development activity this spring. The BDC is excited about the progress made in redeveloping the southeast corner of Harlem and Ogden. In addition to the 7-Eleven, Berwyn will also welcome a full service Starbucks to the site.

Further north, the BDC is happy to announce the addition of Old Navy to Cermak Plaza. Old Navy will occupy 15,000 square feet adjacent to Tony’s Fresh Market and claims one of the last available retail spaces in a prime gateway to the community.

The BDC also helped welcome several new businesses with grand opening celebrations, including Crepas Culichi crepes and coffee (2713 S Ridgeland Ave), Legend Tasty House rolled ice cream (7170 W Cermak Rd), Flight 22 Wine Bar (6518 W Cermak Rd), Cien 100% Naturalisimo vegan restaurant (2709 S Ridgeland Ave), and Slice Factory’s new location, complete with a “Slice-Thru” window (6900 W Ogden Ave).

From left to right: Maribel Crespo (2nd Runner Up), Alexander Soto (1st Place), Cindy Escalera (3rd Runner Up)

Earlier this year, a Berwyn Development Corporation (BDC) philanthropic grant was awarded to the three finalists of the North Berwyn Park District's 2019 Best of Berwyn Junior Citizen Recognition Program. The program recognizes the top 8th grade students in the City of Berwyn based on academics & community involvement. Congratulations to all the winners! For more information on the program, call the BDC at (708) 788-8100.

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2019. Issue 3

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Mayor Robert J. Lovero

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NORTH BERWYN PARK DISTRICT ∙ 1619 WESLEY AVE. ∙ BERWYN, IL. 60402 ∙ NBPD4FUN.ORG ∙ (708)749-4900

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