November 2022 People & Places Newspaper

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Publisher’s Message

As if we don’t have enough stress and worries in our lives with inflation, gas prices, mass shootings, and an increase in crime to name a few, now we have to think twice before we simply mail a letter.

If you haven’t heard or read about it, thieves are targeting mailboxes and stealing letters, particularly those that contain written checks. The thieves use a method called “check washing”, erasing the ink using household chemicals and then they rewrite the check to a different person and usually for a larger amount.

If you’ve never seen the movie, “Catch Me If You Can” with Leonardo Dicaprio and Tom Hanks, watch it. Based on the “autobiography” of Frank Abagnale, Dicaprio plays the part of possibly one of the greatest con-men of all times. You’ll see how check washing works.

Apparently, they are robbing the mail carriers, some at gunpoint and taking their master key that opens all the mailboxes in a particular zip code. Norridge and Harwood Heights for instance actually have big signs next to mailboxes warning people to STOP before they mail their letters, letting them know about the potential for mail theft.

First, I feel for the mail carriers who have long been upholding their oath of “neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds.” But now they have to face the fear of robbery. What next? Armed guards called to each mailbox to protect them? Mail carriers with concealed carry permits and packing?

My sister-in-law was actually a victim of this. Mailed a few credit card payments by check only to find out they were stolen. She’s currently out close to four thousand dollars and is still waiting for her money to be returned to her account. Banks nor the USPS go out of their way to help you either. One couple who wrote a check for $30 found out days later when they checked their bank account that it was rewritten and cashed for $9,475.81! Their bank told the destressed couple that it could take up to six months to recover the money. They also informed them that seven other customers were recent victims.

The Chicago Sun Times published an excellent article explaining how the whole scheme is carried out by these criminals. Stealing the checks and then selling them on the “dark web” for hundreds of dollars and once washed, the money from the checks have been used to fund street gangs, buy drugs, guns, jewelry and cars.

This crime, according to the article, is definitely “organized” and becoming more complex. Criminals are now starting to obtain personal information to take over bank accounts by obtaining Social Security numbers and account balances. Some of the criminals even have sources in banks and credit bureaus who provide them information. The article also states that this is not a bunch of youth stealing mail and washing checks, but rather a completely synced and lucrative operation. How scary is this?

Over the years I’ve had to cancel several credit cards because of fraudulent and unauthorized transactions. My latest incident involved someone using one of my credit cards for Uber charges in California! My card was safely in my wallet, yet these sneaky little *#^* made three charges on my account causing me to report the fraud and having to obtain a new card and number. I felt violated again and couldn’t help but wonder, “How the heck do they do this and get away with it?”

I have credit monitoring that informs me that my phone number and email were found on the dark web. Consequently, I’ve changed passwords and continually check my accounts on a regular basis making sure nothing looks suspicious or strange. It is a horrible feeling thinking that some day you may open up your accounts only to find zero balances or finding on your credit reports that someone opened up an account in your name, purchased a car, or is vacationing in Aruba on your dime!

A recent article said authorities identified and arrested four individuals for the mail thefts. However, this is not going away and from the looks of it, it’s going to get worse. The latest statistics show that consumers lost $5.8 BILLION to fraud last year, up from $3.4 billion in 2020. If that doesn’t scare you

enough to get LifeLock or make sure your online security is up to date, I don’t know what will. But in the meantime, here are some steps you can take to avoid being a victim of check washing. Use a pen with indelible black gel ink that can’t be erased.

Deposit mail with checks inside the post office, not in an outdoor blue mailbox.

Pay your bills online through a secure website.

Grab incoming mail right away from your own mailbox

Deposit mail with checks just before a mailbox’s last pickup.

Victims can report the crime to the Postal Inspection Service at 877-876-2455 and be sure to file a police report also.

All of this makes me suspicious of every call, every email, every text message and hard to trust anyone anymore. I definitely won’t be putting checks in the mail any longer unless I bring them directly to the post office or hand them directly to my long-time mail carrier; hoping he won’t get mugged on the way back to his postal vehicle. It’s sad to think like this, but times have definitely changed.

With the holidays fast approaching, I hope this information will at least make you more aware of fraud and take precautions. Guard your personal information, credit cards and checks like your life depends on it, because you never know who’s lurking in that dark web ready to strike and take your life over.

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Speaking of holidays – Thanksgiving is just weeks away. I love this holiday – no gifts – just family, friends, food and fun! I’m walking in the Edison Park Turkey Trot 5K race with my daughter and her husband’s family, along with a dear friend of mine who I encouraged to join us. It’s a good time, for a good cause, and you can work up an appetite. I’m looking forward to it, along with counting my blessings along the way. Wish me luck and for decent weather. You know how I LOVE cold weather! Not!

HAPPY THANKSGIVING EVERYONE! May you all find something or someone to be thankful for. GOD BLESS AMERICA!

Ongoing: SENIOR POLKA ASSOCIATION Join the Senior Polka Association (SPA). Yearly membership $10. Meets at the Lone Tree Manor, 7730 N. Milwaukee, Niles, first Tuesday of the month. Live polka music from 5-6 pm. There is a short meeting at 6 pm followed by cake, coffee and bingo. Join us for an enjoyable evening. For further info call Richard at 847-209-1385

Ongoing: ST. FRANCIS BORGIA QUEEN OF HEARTS RAFFLE Every Tuesday night at the Draft Bar located at 8221 W. Irving Park Road in Chicago. Tickets are $5 each (cash only). Tickets can be purchased after all the masses at the church and at the Draft bar. For more information call the school office at 773-589-1000 Current pot is over forty thousand dollars!

Ongoing: ST. FRANCIS BORGIA BINGO 3rd Saturday of Every Month. Doors Open at 5:30 pm. Bingo starts at 6:30 pm. Stokes Center, 8025 W. Addison, Chicago, IL. 773-589-1000. Concessions, Prizes, Raffles and Fun! $25 for 10 regular bingos and 2 specials. Prizes $100 for the regular bingo games and $250 for specials.

Ongoing: ST. EUGENE SCHOOL QUEEN OF HEARTS RAFFLE Every Wednesday 8:30 pm with Bingo before at 7 pm at Mullen’s Bar & Grill, 8313 W. Lawrence Ave in Norridge. 50/50 progressive raffle. Tickets $5 each Cash only. Proceeds benefit St. Eugene School. Tickets are available at the school office, rectory or at Mullen’s Bar and Grill any time.

Ongoing: SCHILLER PARK AUTUMN LEAVES CLUB Meetings on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month at the SP Community Center, 4501 25th Avenue. Play Bingo, other games, events and activities. New members welcome. For further information contact Autumn Leaves President, JoAnn Michonski at 847-678-2452

Ongoing: ROTARY CLUB OF CHICAGO O’HARE

Join us to find out more about Rotary. Luncheon meetings are held every Thursday at noon followed by an interesting speaker at The Great Escape, 9540 W. Irving Park Road, Schiller Park. Check the website rotarychicagoohare.org for more information on our club projects and upcoming speakers. Call Sylvia Jewgieniew (847-533-8053) to make your reservation. Your first lunch is complimentary.

Ongoing: NORTHLAKE KIWANIS CLUB Meets 2nd Wednesday of every month on Zoom at 7am For info contact Nancy Tobin, golfgoddess45@comcast.net

Ongoing: ELMWOOD PARK GARDEN CLUB Meetings held the 2nd Thursday of every month. Elmwood Park Library’s Ferrentino Room. The library is located in Conti Circle, Elmwood Park. Meetings begin at 6:30 pm. Contact Donna Clesen 847-361-1233 for further

Ongoing:

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Through Nov 4: WORLD’S LARGEST CORN MAZE Richardson Adventure Farm, 909 English Prairie Road, Spring Gove. The

Farm

the “world’s largest”, most intricately

variety of on-farm experiences including a 700

activities for the whole family. Pick your own

Nov 13: WORLD KINDNESS DAY - SADIE HAWKINS DAY - NATIONAL INDIAN PUDDING DAY

in the

patches. For more information visit richardsonadventurefarm.com

Nov 3-6: RISING STARS THEATRE CO. PRESENTS

“SOMETHING ROTTEN” Based on the book by Karey Kirkpatrick & John O’Farrell, Music by Wayne Kirkpatrick & Karey Kirkpatrick. Prairie Lakes Theatre, 515 E. Thacker Street, Des Plaines, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov 3, 4, 5 (2 shows), 6. Thurs, Friday, Sat, 7:30 pm, Saturday/Sunday 2 pm. Tickets Opening Night Special, Thursday, Novel. 3rd, all seats only $15. Friday, Sat. Sunday, Adults: $22, Seniors 65+ and children 14 and under: $20. Face Masks Optional. For more info visit risingstarschicago.com or email risingstarstc@gmail.com Nov 4: NATIONAL CANDY DAY

Nov 5: RIVER PARK MOOSE LODGE CRAFT AND VENDOR FAIR 8601 W. Fullerton in River Grove. 10 am to 3 pm. Free admission and plenty of free parking. Unique vendors, Chinese Auction, food and beverages available. Interested vendors should email rpwotm@gmail.com for an application or further information.

Nov 6: DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS - SET CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR - CHANGE SMOKE DETECTOR BATTERIES

Nov 6: 39TH ANNUAL HOLIDAY SAMPLER CRAFT SHOW 10 am to 4 pm. Elk Grove High School, 500 W. Elk Grove Blvd., Elk Grove. Over 200 crafters, raffles, bake sake and more!

Nov 8: ELECTION DAY - GET OUT AND VOTETOTAL LUNAR ECLIPSE (BLOOD MOON)

Nov 11: VETERANS DAY

Nov 11: REINDEER RUN Brookfield Zoo. czs.org/Brookfield-zoo

Nov 11: VILLAGE OF FRANKLIN PARK AND AMERICAN LEGION POST 974 VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE 11 am at the Veterans Memorial on Belmont Avenue next to Sax Tiedeman Funeral Home. The program will pay tribute to military veterans who have served our country and will include recognition of the new names to be added to the monument. Everyone is invited to attend.

Nov 11: HARRY POTTER: MAGIC AT PLAY INTERACTIVE ATTRACTION Water Tower Place, 835 N. Michigan Ave., in the ground-floor space. Step into J.K. Rowling’s wizarding world of spells, potions and Quidditch with Harry’s journey into wizarding with hands-on playing and exploring, including: Starting out in the Dursleys’ living room, Hopping a boat to Hogwarts, Levitating a feather in Charms class, Fending off a swarm of Cornish Pixies, Practicing Quidditch, Visiting Hagrid’s pumpkin patch and the Forbidden Forest. Tickets (starting at $37.50 for adults and $29.50 for children 9 and under) are on sale now. Visit HarryPotterMagicAtPlay.com

Nov 12: WORLD PNEUMONIA DAY - NATIONAL FRENCH DIP DAY

Nov 13: KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL 1899 PANCAKE BREAKFAST St. Eugene’s Shaunessy Center (Queen of Peace Parish) 7958 W. Foster Ave., Chicago. 8 am to 11 am. This is more than a pancake breakfast. In addition, they will be serving French toast, scrambled eggs, sausage, baked apples, orange juice, coffee, tea, milk, and of course, all the pancakes you can eat! Suggested donation is $10 for adults, Children 5-12 is $7, Children under 5 are free. All are welcome between 8 am to 11 am.

Nov 14: WORLD DIABETES DAY

Nov 15: AMERICA RECYCLES DAY - NATIONAL BUNDT DAY

Nov 15: VILLAGE OF SCHILLER PARK CRAFTING DAY Adults 62 and older. This month’s craft “Thanksgiving” theme. Held at the Schiller Park Rec Center, 9638 Irving Park Road from 10 am to noon. $5 fee to cover cost of materials will be charged. Please RSVP with Mary Maltese, Senior Services Coordinator, 847-678-8765 or seniorservices@schillerparkil.us

Nov 15: BENEFIT APPLICATION ASSISTANCE FOR SENIORS For Schiller Park residents from 9 am to 12 pm. Schiller Park Community Center, 4501 N. 25th Avenue. Help with Medicare open enrollment, Medicaid, DHS/SSA letter translations, Prescription assistance, SNAP, CEDA and much more. Last person seen at 11:30 am. For further info contact Mary Maltese, 847-678-8765 or email seniorservices@schillerparkil.us

Nov 17: GREAT AMERICAN SMOKEOUTNATIONAL TAKE A HIKE DAY - HOMEMADE BREAD DAY - NATIONAL BUTTON DAY

Nov 19: FRANKLIN PARK AMERICAN LEGION POST 974 TURKEY TROT FUNDRAISER Join us for a traditional turkey dinner with all the trimmings; turkey, ham, sweet and mashed potatoes, dressing, vegetable, dessert. There will also be raffle prizes and a 50/50 drawing. All profits will be used to benefit veterans and active duty members. Doors open at 5 for cocktails, with dinner at 6 pm, followed by dancing. For tickets

information, call 847-917-2945

NOVEMBER

Senior Pet Month, Aviation History Month, Banana Pudding Lovers Month, Diabetic Eye Disease Month, Lung Cancer Awareness Month, Movember, National Adoption Month, National Alzheimer’s Disease Month, National Diabetes Month, National Family Caregivers Month, National Georgia Pecan Month, National Home Care & Hospice Month, National Hospice Palliative Care Month, National Inspirational Role Models Month, National Long Term Care Awareness Month, National Marrow Awareness Month, National Novel Writing Month, National Pet Cancer Awareness Month, Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, Peanut Butter Lovers’ Month, Picture Book Month, Prematurity Awareness Month, Tie One on for Safety Month, Vegan Month.

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or email to americanlegion974@yahoo.com. 9757 Pacific Avenue, Franklin Park.

Nov 24: HAPPY THANKSGIVING!

Nov 25: BLACK FRIDAY

Nov 25-27, 30, Dec 1-4, 7-11, 14-18, 26-31: HOLIDAY MAGIC Brookfield Zoo czs.org/Brookfield-zoo

Nov 26: SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Nov 28: CYBER MONDAY

Nov 29: NATIONAL DAY OF GIVING/ GIVING TUESDAY - ELECTRONIC GREETINGS DAY

DEC 18: SENIOR POLKA ASSOCNORTH CHRISTMAS PARTY Entertainment provided by Jimmy Kilian and Honky Chicago. Lone Tree Manor, 7730 N. Milwaukee, Niles, IL 60714. Entry: 11 am Dinner: 11:30 am Music: 12:30-3:30 pm - Cash Bar - Admission: $40. Purchase tickets by December 12. Mail to: Richard Kula, 1931 Newton, Park Ridge, IL 60068 847-209-1385. Tickets will be held in your name and will be distributed along with table assignments when you arrive. Tickets can also be purchased at the SPA meeting Nov 1st and Dec. 6th at the Lone Tree Manor. No Refunds.

JAN 22, 2023: FRANKLIN PARK LEGION POST 974 STAND DOWN 9757 Pacific Avenue, Franklin Park. This event provides toiletries, a hot meal, clothing, and blankets, as well as a chance to speak with Veteran Service Organizations and other groups about VA benefits, housing, transportation, and other services. You can also get a haircut. Open to all veterans. If you would like to volunteer or make a donation of gently used or new clothing (especially coats, hats, and gloves) and blankets, please call 847-560-0459. Monetary donations are also welcome.

BLOOD PRESSURE BLUNDER

Is your doctor missing a potentially deadly condition? They could be…if they’re measuring your blood pressure in only one arm.

If there’s a significant difference – 20 points or more between your right and left arm – you could have plaque blocking an artery. Plaque buildup is a sign of peripheral artery disease (PAD). PAD can lead to narrowed arteries that limit blood flow, especially during exercise. Plaque buildup in your arm makes you more likely to have plaque in other arteries, too, such as your heart and brain.

In fact, if your blood pressure differs by 10 points or more between arms…you have a 38% greater risk of a heart attack. That’s almost as if you ate junk food most days of the week and started binge drinking!

So once a year, make sure your doctor checks the pressure in both of your arms.

SOURCE: BOTTOMLINE HEALTH.

Chicago Dept of Aviation

The Residential Sound Insulation Program (RSIP) aims to reduce the impact of aircraft noise in homes surround Chicago O’Hare International Airport.

To qualify for soundproofing your home MUST reside in the current noise contour map.

To see if your home qualifies, use the link below to view the interactive property locator: tinyurl.com/2k9wm6da or call the Residential Sound Inquiry Line at (773) 894-3255.

Communities surrounding O’Hare are trying to urge the FAA to redraw this contour map to more accurately reflect the current day changes in runway usage and configuration.

To submit an airport noise concern, please contact the O’Hare Noise Hotline at (800) 435-9569 or visit tinyurl.com/4kfrkk6k

Martwick Encourages

Residents to Check Their Tax Rebate Status

CHICAGO — Millions of Illinoisans are waiting to receive their tax rebates as part of the Illinois Family Relief Plan. State Senator Robert Martwick is reminding residents they can easily check their rebate status online.

“The Illinois Family Relief Plan is our way of reinvesting in our communities,” said Martwick (D-Chicago). “Families are struggling, and this relief is a good start to alleviate that financial despair.”

Supported by Martwick, the Illinois Senate championed Senate Bill 157, which provides millions of Illinois taxpayers with financial relief – including direct tax rebates. The rebates began to roll out Sept. 12, leaving many to wonder when they will receive their rebate.

People who filed taxes will automatically receive their rebate – otherwise they have until Oct. 17 to do so. To check the status of a rebate, people can click here and select “Where’s My Rebate?” An IL-PIN number is necessary to check the status. To find an IL-PIN number, click here and select “IL-PIN Inquiry.”

Under the law, people who filed 2021 Illinois taxes are eligible to receive up to $700. Individual filers who make less than $200,000 will receive a $50 income tax rebate, and couples who make less than $400,000 will receive $100. Filers are also eligible for $100 per dependent, with a maximum of three.

Additionally, people who paid property taxes in 2021 on their primary residence in 2020 – and make less than $250,000 individually or $500,000 jointly – are eligible for up to $300. The rebate will be equal to the property tax a resident was qualified to claim on their 2021 taxes.

“Every dollar counts for economically distressed families,” said Martwick. “These rebates could be spent on groceries, much needed car repairs, gas, school supplies and more. Check your status today.”

For more information on how the funds will be dispersed or to see qualification criteria, people can visit tax.illinois.gov/rebates.

Jesse White Alerts Consumers to Beware of Flood-Damaged Cars Caused by Hurricane Ian

White says titles for potential flood vehicles will be closely scrutinized in an extra effort to protect consumers

White says titles for potential flood vehicles will be closely scrutinized in an extra effort to protect consumers

Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White is alerting consumers interested in purchasing used vehicles to beware of flood-damaged cars resulting from flooding caused by Hurricane Ian or other natural disasters.

White urged consumers to gather as much information as possible about a vehicle before making a purchase. Consumers are encouraged to obtain a National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVITIS) vehicle history report by visiting vehiclehistory.bja.ojp.gov.

In addition, White said that CARFAX is providing a link to check for flood vehicles. To visit the free link, go to www.carfax.com/flood.

Total Lunar Eclipse (Blood Moon) on November 8th

Yes Election Day!

A week after the telescope-friendly Quarter Moon, we get the Full Moon. While it lacks the level of detail, its radiance on rural countrysides is nothing short of fairylike.

This is the only phase that can be eclipsed! It does this by going into Earth’s shadow, which will actually happen at the next Full Moon on November 8.

From most of the U.S. and Canada, the entire lunar eclipse will be visible; in the eastern time zone, the Moon will be below the horizon toward the end so not visible. See the Moon rise/set calculator.

The total lunar eclipse is sometimes called a blood moon, as the Moon turns red, though it’s more of a reddish-orange glow, certainly not bloody red.

If you want to view it though, you’ll have to set your alarm clock very early!

Eclipse Times (Central):

Partial Eclipse begins: 3:09am

Full Eclipse begins: 4:16am

Maximum Eclipse: 4:59am

Full Eclipse ends: 5:41am

Partial Eclipse ends: 6:49am The Moon is close to the horizon now, so make sure you have an open view to the west-northwest.

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TRADITIONAL SERVICES • CREMATION MEMORIAL

Ronald Krumpen

Alicia Zebutis

PRE-PLANNING

Feb 6, 1942 Sep 12, 2022

Oct 3, 1997 Sep 15, 2022

Kristin McCandless Nov 6, 1987 Sep 16, 2022

George Kontogiannis Jan 1, 1943 Sep 17, 2022

Carol Lunsford Jun 16, 1941 Sep 17, 2022

Julianne Kraemer

Edythe Itrich

Aug 10, 1962 Sep 19, 2022

Nov 18, 1921 Sep 21, 2022

Sylvester Chody, Jr. Jul 11, 1931 Sep 21, 2022

Lester Fippinger Sep 25, 1931 Sep 23, 2022

Henryk Cepiel Sep 11, 1948 Sep 23, 2022

Betty Strand 1929 2022

John Rozak Jun 18, 1948 Sep 26, 2022

Cecil Esteban Jun 9, 1979 Sep 28, 2022

Robert Vale Sep 19, 1966 Sep 30, 2022

Bruce Winnick Apr 13, 1950 Oct 2, 2022

Rose Janas May 8, 1951 Oct 3, 2022

Andrew Giglio Sep 24, 1935 Oct 3, 2022

Charles Schalkowski May 2, 1937 Oct 5, 2022

Lynn Janusz Jan 7, 1959 Oct 8, 2022

John Fratamico Jun 22, 1929 Oct 11, 2022

Frank Fiore Oct 20, 1929 Oct 12,

Esther Barr Nov 7, 1927 Oct 12,

Those we hold most dear, never truly leave us; they live on in the kindness they showed, the love they shared, and the comfort they brought into the lives of others.

Ridgewood High School Rebels Win Homecoming Football Game Against Elmwood Park High School Tigers

The game started with the talented Ridgewood Band playing our National Anthem.

The Rebels were outstanding with two touchdowns made by Niall Kenny, 2 touchdowns made by Luke Melendez, along with Majd Salid, Jaden Rodriguez, and Jacob Chalabi each scoring a touchdown. Extra points were put on the scoreboard kicked by Niko Kalaras along with making a 3-point field goal in the game. Gino Camillo was credited with an interception during the game. The defensive team worked hard to keep the Tigers to a low scoring game. The final score was 51–14

A shout out should go to the fans, the students, parents, friends, relatives of the team, and management. The bleachers were

packed; not an open seat was to be had. The school showed exceptional support for their homecoming.

There was an excellent “Parade of Clubs” the students and teachers put together for the halftime show. The Rebels Cheerleading and the Rebels Poms highlighted the halftime show, along with the NYA cheerleading squad run by Dana Monson performing their cheers for the fan’s entertainment.

Congratulations to the Ridgewood Rebels Football Team and their coaching staff for a game well played!

Norwood Park Historical Society to Host 2022 Victoria’s Craft Boutique And Holly Daze Café Nov. 10-13

Make plans now to attend Victoria’s Craft Boutique & Holly Daze Café sponsored by the non-profit Norwood Park Historical Society, from Nov. 10-13, in the Noble-Seymour Crippen House, 5624 N. Newark Ave., in Chicago. It is Chicago’s oldest house, built in 1833. Craft Show and Café Hours are: Nov. 10 and Nov. 11, from 10am – 8pm; Nov. 12 from 10am – 5pm; and Nov., 13, from 10am – 3pm Admission is $1 per person, and includes a raffle ticket. The long-standing annual event was discontinued during the more than two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, but will now be operating as it has in pre-pandemic years.

The Noble Room, Seymour Room and the upstairs bedrooms and hallways will be filled with a variety of beautiful craft items for sale, all made by the nearly 40 local crafters participating in the annual event. On display will be colorful and unique holiday decorations and ornaments, and a large variety of gift items, in addition to a bakery area with homemade cookies, breads, candies, jams, and other edibles.

The Holly Daze Cafe in the Crippen Room will continue its longstanding tradition of

enabling shoppers to sit down, relax and enjoy light snacks from a limited menu of unique sandwiches, salads, assorted holiday desserts, and hot and cold light refreshments, while enjoying soft piano music in the background. Some old favorite food selections have been retained and new items added.

Net proceeds are used to maintain and operate Chicago’s oldest house. For more information, please contact the Norwood Park Historical Society at 773-631-4633 or email them at info@norwoodparkhistoricalsociety.org.

Norwood Park Historical Society to Receive $25,000 City Grant

The Norwood Park Historical Society is awarded a $25,000 41st Ward Community Norwood Park Programming Microgrant, at the recommendation of 41st Ward Ald. Anthony Napolitano. He submitted the Society for funding as it continues to preserve and maintain the city’s and Norwood Park’s treasure, the Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, Chicago’s oldest.

“This grant will help us overcome the lack of revenue during the pandemic and strengthen our finances for the upcoming

year,” said Bob Kelly, Society president. “Our membership is so grateful to Ald. Napolitano for his encouragement and support of our organization. We will now be recognized as a delegate agency by the City of Chicago, and that is a real plus.”

While the grant is forthcoming, there are extensive documents that must be completed to meet the city’s stringent reporting requirements. At the appropriate time, more details covering the grant will be brought before the Society’s board of directors to examine a list of priorities as to where and how the money should be allocated and spent.

The NPHS, founded in 1973, purchased the historic Noble-Seymour-Crippen House, 5624 N. Newark Ave. in Chicago, in 1987, and restored the interior to the early1920s, to reflect the period shortly after the Stuart Crippen family purchased the house and grounds in 1916. During the 1997 restoration, the house was identified as being built in 1833, making it the oldest house in Chicago. The house was declared a Chicago Landmark on May 11, 1988, and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on August 10, 2000.

Docent-led tours are available on Saturdays, from noon to 4pm, or by special appointment. For more information, call the Norwood Park Historical Society at 773-631-4633 or visit their website at www.norwoodparkhistoricalsociety.org.

“Bull” Negotiates

The China Shop Well

BY WES HESSEL

The intimate and intense Copley Theater in Aurora once again delivers with an up close and personal drama and comedy in “Bull: a love story”.

The “Bull” in question is a man with that bovine nickname, who intends to return to his family and pick up where he left of from after a ten-year stint as a guest of the state. Bull-headed though his intentions may be, he discovers, as the saying goes, “you can’t go home again”.

Things have changed in his prior environs of Lakeview, so in almost all respects he has to start over: re-earning the trust of his wife who has moved on, the love of his daughter who was too young to remember him well, re-acquainting with his “little” sister - now grown-up, and re-orienting himself to making better choices in decisions that affect his and others’ lives.

In all good love stories, it is about the day-today that can make (or remake) a forever - “Bull” does this handily, from the acute acting to the “so-right-there” set to the talented technical tone - right down to the lucid lighting depicting the changing colors of day and season, and the ambient audio complete with passing busses, sirens, and other street noises; not in a New York in-your-face way, but appropriate to a nice neighborhood in the Windy City.

“Bull” pulls at the heartstrings but it doesn’t pull punches about things it wants to say, thanks to great playwright Nancy García Loza, and the directorial dimensions of Laura Alcalá Baker.

Its boldness does make it a play for mature audiences; one worth the trip, so take this one by the horns before November 20th.

For tickets or more information, please go to www.paramountaurora.com/bold.

“13 Tongues”

Left Audience

Speechless

BY SYDNEY MILLIGAN WITH WES HESSEL

“13 Tongues” by the Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan at the Auditorium Theatre was a very interesting, visually stunning performance with unmatched athletic prowess and flexibility in tandem with the aesthetic splendor of great movement.

The kicks and extensions these dancers accomplished were phenomenal, seeming to reach into the stratosphere. The choreography, while mainly modern and highly experimental, clearly incorporated some elements of traditional Taiwanese movement and martial arts inspiration. The ensemble’s strength really

lies in their partner work – there were some amazing pas de deux moments, lifts, barrel turns, twists, ronde de jambes, and jetes, which is where this company really shines.

The costumes were very simple in the beginning, everyone wearing the same uniform of plain head to toe black tunics and gaucho pants. Towards the second half of the show, however, the outfits were swapped for colorful neon coats, tops, and loose pants that glowed under the blacklight.

The music was a mixture of angst and traditional Taiwanese sound and folk music, allowing for the dance to really take center stage as the tones did not pull any focus away, but only added to the atmosphere.

In the moments where the cast moved in unison, it was particularly spectacular – it appeared in some instances they were moving as one body, especially when they seemed to take on the role of and embody the lucky magic fish that was projected as swimming around on the background. There was also a very cool moment which is still hard to wrap one’s head around, where it looks as if all of the dancers onstage were skating on a pond of black ice.

The performance is just another example of the great works of art presented by the Auditorium Theatre.

For tickets or more information on future dance and other events, please see their website at www.auditoriumtheatre.org.

Ballet 5:8 Showcases World Premieres

BY ANNA HESSEL

Ballet 5:8’s professional company brought Hispanic Heritage Month to a first-rate climax with a magnificent performance by their stellar dance troop at the lovely Athenaeum Center for Thought and Culture in Chicago.

“Imagine Better” was expertly executed, beautifully costumed, with magnificent music. This supernal faith-based organization is filled with a cast of talented performers dancing for God’s glory.

The production featured two superb world premieres, “Solace” and “Look to the East”. These poignant pieces were flawlessly danced - mental health was, in essence, on the bill, actively serving to diminish the erroneous negative stigma

often associated with clinical despondency.

Artistic Director Julianna Rubio Slager courageously shared her own struggle with depression in an on-stage chat, which followed the exemplary performance; she was joined by members of the cast, all of whom spoke eloquently about the roles they played in the ballets.

Pas de deux and ensemble numbers were innovative, athletic, and strong. The solo parts beautifully showcased individual skill and expertise.

Ballet 5:8 is truly poetry in motion - precise, pretty, and thought-provoking dance at its finest.

For tickets or information for upcoming performances, including a pair of free shows November 12th at the National Museum of Mexican Art, and their holiday event “Beyond the Nutcracker” December 17th and 18th, please visit www.ballet58.org.

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Addiction to the News Affects Physical Health

In addition to stress and anxiety, 61% of people whose news consumption shows signs of being severely problematic reported frequently feeling fatigued and having physical pain and gastrointestinal issues…versus only 6% of people who did not obsessively check the news. Reason? Constant exposure to 24hour news puts some people into permanent high alert because the world seems dangerous and makes them feel powerless. These people watch more news hoping to find updates to lower their emotional distress. But obsessing over news interferes with their lives and causes mental and physical symptoms. Source: Study of 1,100 adults by researchers at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, published in Health Communications.

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BY LORENZO A. FIORENTINO, MA-HSA

MAJOR, MILITARY POLICE, U.S. ARMY (RET.)

COMMANDER, AMERICAN LEGION 9TH DISTRICT COUNCIL COMMANDER, AMERICAN LEGION POST 335 PRESIDENT, CHICAGOLAND COMBINED VETERANS MUSEUM ADJUTANT, VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS POST 5979

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Most of us that are involved in Veterans’ efforts, do not do what we do for awards or notoriety, however, sometimes it is nice to be recognized.

The Sons of the American Legion is a critical component of Veterans’ support and efforts. Without them, it would be much more challenging to do what we do. On October 13, at our post meeting, I was able to present the Sons of the American Legion Founder’s Award to one of my dearest brothers, Richard Wojewnik. The awards were presented to me by Detachment of Illinois Commander Kevin O’Connell, on September 28th, at my American Legion 9th District Council meeting.

On March 31st, 2020, after nearly 50 years of not having a Son’s of the American Legion Squadron at American Legion 335, we were able to get the organization chartered!

Sons of The American Legion members include males of all ages whose parents or grandparents served in the U.S. military and were eligible for American Legion membership. If you are interested in being a member, please contact me at lorenzoafiorentino@yahoo.com.

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Department on Aging to Assist Older Adults During Medicare Open Enrollment Period

Free Help Available from Certified Health Insurance Counselors

SPRINGFIELD – With the Medicare open enrollment period in progress since October 15, older adults looking to change their existing Medicare plan can receive free, personalized assistance through the Illinois Department on Aging’s (IDoA) Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP).

enrolled in Medicare have the opportunity to review their current coverage and switch to a different plan for the following year. To make this process easier for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers, Illinois’ SHIP program offers statewide health insurance counseling services through a network of 300 sites and over 1,000 trained and certified counselors. Illinois has trained 256 new SHIP counselors over the past year, and all counselors have received additional training on how to assist older adults during open enrollment.

SHIP counselors can answer questions about Medicare, Medicare Advantage plans such as HMOs and PPOs, Medicare Part D drug plans, Medicare Supplement policies, retiree group insurance and other health insurances. Additionally, all Medicare participants with prescription coverage will have their insulin copay capped at $35 per month in 2023, and SHIP counselors can explain participants’ options and cost savings due to this new law.

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“It is that time of year where people with Medicare will encounter numerous advertisements about the various Medicare health and drugs plans for 2023,” said Illinois SHIP Director Sandy Leith. “Don’t go it alone, let us put your mind at ease when you discuss your options with a certified SHIP counselor and make an educated choice.”

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During open enrollment, which runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7, people who are already

Aside from open enrollment assistance, SHIP counselors can also help soon-to-be eligible individuals with Medicare sign-up questions. To find a SHIP counselor near you, call the statewide Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966 or email AGING.SHIP@illinois.gov. For general information about the SHIP program, please visit illinois.gov/aging/ship/. You can also compare details of Medicare plans at medicare.gov/plan-compare.

IDoA serves and advocates for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life. For information about the Department’s programs and services for older adults and persons with disabilities, visit illinois.gov/aging/programs or contact the Senior HelpLine toll-free at 1-800-252-8966, Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 5pm

Social Security Checks Get a Bump

Social Security beneficiaries struggling with inflation will be helped by the biggest cost-of-living increase in 40 years, beginning in January, 2023, an increase of 8.7%. The average retiree who receives a monthly benefit of $1,670.95, next year’s raise could be roughly $170. That increase would not just be for one year. “That becomes your new base,” says Marc Goldwein, senior policy director for the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.

Eisenhower Public Library District

4613 N Oketo Ave, Harwood Heights 708-867-7828, eisenhowerlibrary.org

FINDING THE NOVEL INSIDE YOU - Nov 1, 7pm

• INDIVIDUAL MEDICARE 101 APPOINTMENTS - Nov 1, 9am - Reservations required and available hourly 9am-1pm

• KINDERGARTEN LIBRARY CARD PARTYNov 2, 6pm - Limited to residents of Norridge and Harwood Heights only.

• GARDEN CLUB: NATIVE PLANTS 101 - Nov 3, 6pm - Registration Required

• PIXEL POWER - Nov 5, 10am - Grade 3-6 with an Adult. Registration Required

• FACEBOOK MOVIE NIGHT: THE FAST AND THE FURIOUS - Nov 7, 7pm

CLASSICAL GUITARIST PETER FLETCHER PLAYING MUSIC OF FOUR CENTURIESNov 8, 7pm - Registration Required

DRAWING WITH SHAPES - Nov 12, 10:30am - Kids ages 4-8 with an adult. Virtual Program. Registration Required.

FACEBOOK MOVIE NIGHT: THE JACKIE ROBINSON STORY - Nov 14, 7pm

• ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION: TAKE MY HAND - Nov 15, 2pm - Registration Required

• HEROES ON THE AIR: COMIC HEROES ON THE RADIO - Nov 15, 7pm - Registration Required

• LEARN HOW TO USE THE BUTTON MAKER - Nov 15, 6pm - Registration Required

AN EVENING WITH MORTICIAN/AUTHOR CAITLIN DOUGHTY - Nov 16, 7pm

• KIDS WRITE AWAY - Nov 17, 4pmRegistration required. Grades 4-6.

• MAD HATTERS - Nov 19, 10:30amRegistration Required Ages 12 and under

• ADAPTIVE HOUR - Nov 20, 12-1pm Registration Required

• PEN & INK WRITERS GROUP - Nov 21, 7pm

FACEBOOK MOVIE NIGHT: FATHER’S LITTLE DIVIDEND - Nov 21, 7pm

• COZY MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: FULL BODIED MURDER - Nov 22, 7pm - Registration Required

• FACEBOOK MOVIE NIGHT: THE BLACK RAVEN - Nov 28, 7pm

• VIRTUAL STORYTIME AND CRAFTNov 28, 6pm - Ages 4-8. Registration Required.

• CAMP FIRE TALES CLUB: WE HAVE ALWAYS LIVED IN THE CASTLENov 30, 6:30pm - Registration Required

• COLOR BY DAY CALENDAR - Ages 12 and under.

FACEBOOK BOOK CLUB: WORLD OF WONDERS

EXCEL 2016 SERIES - Nov 15 & 22, 10amRegistration Required

• CROCHET ALONG: FAIR ISLE CROCHET HAT AND COWL - Nov 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 3pmRegistration Required

• BOOK A LISTENER - Nov 3 & 10, 5pm - Registration Required. For ages 12 & under In-Person Program

ANONYMOUS TEEN WRITERSNov 3, 10, 17, 4pm

BRING YOUR OWN BOOK CLUBNov 4 & 18, 3:30pm

Elmwood Park Public Library

1 W. Conti Parkway 708-453-7645, elmwoodparklibrary.org

• CLOSURES: Friday, Nov. 4 – Staff Development Day Wednesday, Nov. 23, 5pm for Thanksgiving Thursday, Nov. 24, Thanksgiving Friday, Nov. 25, 5 pm, Thanksgiving

• KIDSREAD - Thurs., Nov. 3, 4-5pm (Grades K-2, in-person only, registration required) Join us for games, activities, and crafts based around the book Starla Jean #1by Elana K. Arnold. A librarian will read the first chapter aloud, and then kids can check out a copy of the book to finish reading at home.

• HYBRID GENTLE MAT YOGA - Mon., Nov. 7 & 21, 1-2pm (Adults, in-person or virtual, sign up required)

• ENGLISH CONVERSATION HOUR - Wed., Nov. 9, 7-8pm (Adults, in-person only, dropin) Practice your English language skills with this hour of guided conversation. A basic understanding of English is needed in order to practice.

• HYBRID CHAIR YOGA - Mon., Nov. 14 & 28, 1-2pm (Adults, in-person or virtual, sign up required

• TUESDAY NIGHT BOOK DISCUSSION - Nov. 15, 7-8:30pm (Adults, in-person only, drop-in) Join us to discuss The Girl in His Shadow by Audrey Blake. Copies of the book are available at the Adult Services Desk.

• TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY - Tues., Nov. 29, 7-8:45pm (Adults, in-person only, drop-in

• MIDKIDS READ - Wed., Nov. 30, 4-5pm (Grades 3-6, in-person, registration required) Pick up a copy of this month’s book, Wingbearer by Marjorie M. Liu, at the Kids & Teens Desk. Read it, then come discuss it with others who read it too! Snacks will be provided.

Franklin Park

Public Library 10311 W. Grand Ave. 847-455-6016, fppld.org

• HOLIDAY CLOSURE - The Library will close at 5pm on Wednesday, Nov 23 and remain closed on Thursday, Nov 24 and Friday, Nov 25 for the Thanksgiving holiday. It will reopen at 10am on Saturday, Nov 26.

• TECH TUESDAYS: INTRO TO OFFICE - Nov. 1, 2-3:30pm - Limit 10. Registration is required.

• LIBRARY QUILT & SEW CLUB - Nov. 2, 10am - 12pm

CRAFTER’S CORNER - Nov. 3, 5-6:30pmOpen to teens & adults.

• TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS - Nov. 3, 5:30-6:45pm - Grades Preschool-5.

• SCALES-N-TALES STORYTIME - Nov. 4, 11, 18, 11-11:30am - Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

• TRY DUNGEONS & DRAGONS - Nov. 4, 4-5:30pm - Grades 6-12.

• CHESS CLUB - Nov. 7 & 21, 5-6:30pm - Grades 1 & up.

TINKER TOTS - Nov. 8 & 22, 11am - 12pm - Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS - Nov. 8, 3-4:30pm - Grades Preschool-5.

• FALL OMBRE CANDLEHOLDER CRAFTNov. 9, 7-8pm - Adults only. Limit 20. Registration is required.

• MAKER MANIA - Nov. 10, 5-6pm - Grades K-5.

• BOOK BUDDIES - Nov. 11, 4:30-5:30pmGrades Preschool-8.

• KNIT & CROCHET GROUP - Nov. 12 & 19, 1-3pm

CHAIR YOGANOV 14 & 28, 3-4pm

• COOKIE-CRAFT FAMILY STORYTIMENov. 14, 5-6:30pm

• TECH TUESDAYS: INTRO TO OUR DIGITAL LIBRARY - Nov. 15, 2-3:30pm - Limit 10. Registration is required.

• BON APPETIT - Nov. 16, 5-6pm - Grades 3-6.

• ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT: A CONVERSATION WITH CAITLIN DOUGHTY - Nov. 16, 7-8pm

POPULAR PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUBNov. 16, 7-8pm

ASL CLUB - Nov. 17, 4:30-5:30pm

• FRIDAY FLICKS - Nov. 18, 1-3:40pm - Elvis (PG-13)

• ANIME CLUBNOV. 18, 4:30-5:45pm - Grades 4-12.

• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETINGNov. 19, 10:30-11:30am

ANIME GLASS PAINTING - Nov. 21, 5-6:30pm - Limit 20. Registration is required. Grades 6-12 & adults.

INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY - Nov. 22, 3:30-5pm - Grades K-12.

• MONDAY NITE MOVIE - Nov. 28, 5-6:30pmPaddington (PG). All ages.

• TECH TUESDAYS: INTRO TO WINDOWS & MACOS - Nov. 29, 2-3:30pm - Limit 10. Registration is required.

• GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - Nov. 29, 4:30-5:30pm - Registration is required to receive a copy of the book. Grades 3-6.

• PJ STORYTIME - Nov. 29, 6-6:30pm - Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

• HOLIDAY MAKER MANIA - Nov. 30,

Register online or call 708-562-2301 x5.

LEARN TO SEW - Tuesday, November 8, 15, 22, and 29, 7pm - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

• APPLE CRISP - Wednesday, November 9, 7pmFACEBOOK LIVE EVENT

• KITCHEN BASICS!: BRINE FOR POULTRY Wednesday, November 16, 7pm

- REGISTRATION REQUIRED COOKBOOK BOOK CLUB: THE HOME COOK BY ALEX GUARNASCHELLI Thursday, November 17, 7pm - REGISTRATION REQUIRED

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• DIY CLOTHESPIN POINSETTIA ORNAMENTS - Tuesday, November 15, 2-3pmREGISTRATION REQUIRED

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• CLASES DE CONVERSACIÓN - Los martes, Noviembre-Diciembre, 7pm - Registro no requerido.

• EVITA EL FRAUDE DE MEDICARE CON BINGO - Jueves, 3 de Noviembre, 2pmRegístrate en línea o llamando al 708-562-2301 x5.

• CON MASA Y UN COMAL - Lunes, 14 de Noviembre, 7pm - Límite de 15 participantes. Regístrate en línea o llamando al 708-562-2301 x5.

TEENS

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• OPEN VIDEO GAMING - Saturday, November 5,

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dinosaur fossils. Weather-permitting, Ranger the T-Rex will be outside the library entrance greeting attendees 15 minutes prior to the start of the program.

• MOVIE AFTERNOON - 11/19 1pm - All ages. No registration required.

CHILDREN

• SCHILLER PARK YOUNG AUTHORS

PROJECT - Ongoing - Children are invited to write and illustrate a picture book to add to the library collection! Visit our website at schillerparklibrary.org for detailed submission information. See your book come to life!

• ABC’S GRAB AND GO CRAFT KITSOngoing - Ages 1-4. One per participant. While supplies last.

• LEGO CLUB - 11/08 4pm - Open to ages 3-12. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

TOT STAY & PLAY - 11/09 11am - Open to ages 1-4 (with a caregiver).

POLISH STORYTIME - 11/15 4pm - Open to ages 2-12. Limited seating. Registration required.

• LETTERS TO SANTA - 11/26-12/16 - The Schiller Park Public Library has a direct line to the North Pole! Children can use the mailbox in Children’s World to send a letter to Santa. Santa will respond to every letter he gets with a special signed by Santa “Nice List” Certificate you’ll receive in your very own mailbox! Make sure to put your address on the letter you send.

KIDS / TEENS

• DINOVEMBER SCAVENGER HUNT - 11/2111/23 - Open to ages 2-12. While supplies last.

TEENS

• TEEN CRAFT CLUB - 11/03 4pm - Open to ages 11-17. Limited seating. Registration required.

ADULTS

• HOLIDAY TECH - 11/05 10am - Open to ages 18+. Limited Seating. Registration required. Schiller Park residents only.

YARN CRAFTING - 11/28 11am - Open to ages 18+.

SENIORS

WII BOWLING FOR SENIORS - 11/10 1pmAges 62+. Limited seating. Registration required.

VIRTUAL

ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT: A CONVERSATION WITH CAITLIN DOUGHTY (ONLINE VIA ZOOM)! - 11/16 7pm - Join us for a virtual presentation. Register for this online event through Zoom at schillerparklibrary.org.

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New Scams and Security Awareness

The latest scam is a phone call from someone posing to be the Fraud Department of a financial institution, such as PFCU. The fraudster will question the person on recent transactions and then ask for the last 8 digits of the person’s debit/credit card. This is a scam! Please note, PFCU/VISA or any other financial institution will never ask a member for their card number.

In addition, fraudsters are finding a way to have the caller ID display the financial institution’s phone number or a number that is similar. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be from a financial institution and are not sure if it is true, hang up and call your financial institution to make sure it is them calling.

While there are new scams like these, the older scams have not gone away. Be on your guard and look for phishing scams with emails and text messages. Phishing is when

Requests to click on links or attachments Suspicious links. The URL should include the company name and website domain (mypfcu.com, for example). Always be cautious of shortened URLs from services, for example, bit.ly or tinyurl.com.

Fake email address – most companies use a short code to send text alerts, not an email address. Emails may be from a look-alike domain and not a legitimate firm or company.

Unfamiliar alerts that you did not sign up for.

If you are in doubt if an email or text is legitimate, do not click and do not reply. Call the company using contact information on their website.

Another thing to remember is to guard yourself against check fraud. While physical checks are still needed for some transactions, they are subject to fraud when stolen or lost. You can help prevent unauthorized access to your online accounts by:

Reducing the use of checks by using online bill pay

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Regularly monitoring your account and promptly report unauthorized activity

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405 Miner St. $355,000 9/16/22

330 Barron St. $242,000 9/22/22

4N634 Hawthorne Ave. $420,000 9/28/22

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428 May St. $300,000 10/4/22

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709 Algonquin Ave. $320,000 10/7/22

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2120 N. 75th Ct. F $165,000 9/26/22

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$206,000 9/23/22

MELROSE PARK 1651 Clinton Ct. $350,500 9/16/22 1511 N. 15th Ave. $339,900 9/20/22 1107 N. 13th Ave. $410,000 9/20/22 1956 N. 18th Ave. $290,000 9/22/22 1530 N. Caryl Ave. $409,000 9/23/22 1670 N. 1st Ave. $590,000 9/23/22 1311 N. 33rd Ave. $170,000 9/26/22 1622 N. 23rd Ave. $340,000 9/26/22 1650 Riverwoods Dr. 608 $192,500 9/27/22 10920 Wellington St. $270,000 9/28/22 1720 N. 18th Ave. $270,000 9/29/22 1640 N. 17th Ave. $434,000 9/29/22 1720 N. 17th Ave. $216,000 10/3/22 1522 N. 35th Ave. $253,000 10/4/22 1000 N. 13th Ave. $345,000 10/7/22

NORRIDGE 4330 N. Neva Ave. 407 $310,000 9/16/22 4433 N. Oriole Ave. $330,000 9/16/22 4805 Prospect Ave. $353,000 9/19/22 4508 N. Nottingham Ave. $550,000 9/19/22 5029 N. Ridgewood Ave. $381,000 9/20/22 4115 N. Oketo Ave. $465,000 9/21/22 8241 N. Lawrence Ave. $565,000 9/21/22 4403 Thatcher Rd. $345,000 9/22/22 4816 N. Knight Ave. $335,000 9/23/22 4032 N. Osceola Ave. $235,000 9/28/22 4525 N. Oriole Ave. $579,900 9/29/22 8540 W. Foster Ave. 507 $223,000 9/30/22 4240 N. Oketo Ave. $314,900 10/4/22 5021 N. Oneida Ave. $332,000 10/4/22 4873 N. Redwood Dr. $347,000 10/4/22 4821 N. East River Rd. $350,000 10/4/22 8004 W. Giddings St. $565,000 10/6/22 7235 W. Pensacola Ave. $440,000 10/13/22

NORTHLAKE

King Arthur Ct. 6 $76,000 9/19/11

N. Wolf Rd. 310 $225,000 9/16/22

King Arthur Ct. 3 $145,000 9/19/22

S. Roberta Ave. $150,000 9/20/22

Morse Dr. $223,000 9/20/22

S. Roy Ave. $230,000 9/22/22 561 Sandra Ave. $300,000 9/26/22 77 N. Wolf Rd. 601 $232,500 9/27/22

325 N. Wolf Rd. $245,000 9/27/22

205 S. Lakewood Ave. $310,000 9/28/22

250 Village Dr. $319,300 9/28/22

41 King Arthur Ct. 7 $92,250 10/3/22

119 S. Roy Ave. $225,000 10/3/22 225 Wagner Dr. $249,900 10/3/22

N. Wolf Rd. $215,000 10/11/22

S. Caryl Ave. $259,900 10/14/22

1001 N. Clifton Ave.

9/15/22

East Ave. $500,000 9/15/22

1806 Greendale Ave. $360,000 9/16/22

917 N. Western Ave. $505,000 9/16/22

1601 Elm St. $512,500 9/16/22

618 Edgemont Ln. $1,000,000 9/16/22

619 Edgemont Ln. $3,550,000 9/19/22

711 Busse Hwy 1B $142,000 9/20/22

1021 Rene Ct. $461,000 9/20/22

N. Home Ave. $950,000 9/23/22

2050 Parkside Dr. 1B $115,000 9/26/22

1333 W. Touhy Ave. 208 $151,000 9/27/22

128 Joyce Place $430,000 9/27/22

1705 Pavillion Way 405 $255,000 9/28/22

1533 Elliott St. $295,000 9/28/22

1441 Potter Rd. F $601,000 9/29/22

1211 Good Ave. $325,000 9/30/22

1705 Pavillion Way 308 $339,900 9/30/22

1808 S. Washington Ave. $375,000 9/30/22

1320 Granville Ave. $725,000 9/30/22

114 E. Lahon St. $475,000 10/3/22

853 N. Northwest Hwy. $775,000 10/3/22

239 Lake Ave. $1,485,000 10/3/22

728 S. Cumberland Ave. $569,000 10/5/22

230 Ashbury Cir. $512,500 10/6/22

123 N. Hamlin Ave. $1,260,000 10/6/22

920 N. Lincoln Ave. $512,000 10/7/22

945 Florence Dr. $675,000 10/7/22

1505 Belleplaine Ave. $300,000 10/12/22 1001 S. Delphi Ave. $350,000 10/12/22 255 S. Vine Ave. C $321,000 10/13/22

RIVER GROVE 8157 Walsh Ln. $610,000 10/14/11

2433 Maple St. $375,000 9/15/22

8245 Belmont Ae. 3E S $111,000 9/23/22

3161 N. Paris Ave. 104 $155,000 9/27/22 2324 West St. $260,000 9/28/22 2459 Clarke St. $225,711 9/30/22 2414 Haymond St. $220,000 10/3/22 2436 Davisson St. $305,000 10/3/22 8634 Palmer St. $251,000 10/6/22 2241 Leyden Ave. $294,900 10/6/22 3101 Elm St. $650,000 10/11/22

SCHILLER PARK 4624 N. River Rd. 3A $157,000 9/16/22

4327 Wesley Terrace $320,000 9/16/22 9355 Irving Prd. Rd. 219 $210,000 9/19/22 4507 Wesley Terrace $340,000 9/19/22 9307 Irving Park Rd. 17 $110,000 9/22/22 9424 Kelvin Ln. 3286 $140,000 9/22/22

4412 Wesley Terrace $250,000 9/22/22 4608 Scott St. $235,000 9/23/22

4302 N. Emerson Ave. $455,000 9/28/22 4545 Scott St. $254,000 10/3/22

4062 N. Kolze Ave. $370,000 10/7/22

9625 River St. S $278,000 10/11/22

9875 Soreng Ave. $215,000 10/14/22

4061 Wesley Terrace $315,000 10/14/22

RIDGE

Summit Ave. 513 $339,900 9/15/22

LEYDEN

Leyden’s Odd Couple Performances

Rescheduled

Leyden High School’s fall play, “The Odd Couple” has been rescheduled for Friday, November 4 at 7 pm (female version) and Saturday, November 5 at 2 pm (female version) and 7 pm (male version). The play will take place in the West Leyden auditorium in Northlake. Tickets cost $2 for students and $3 for adults and are available online through the Leyden website link.

Scholarship for Graduates Taking Entrance Exams

In cooperation with the district’s foundation, Leyden High School District 212 announces a new scholarship program to help graduates pursuing post-secondary opportunities offset the financial burden often associated with entrance exams.

This opportunity is open to any Leyden graduate under 30, who is preparing for an exam for a post-secondary application or career (i.e. Nursing School Exam, MCAT, LSAT, GRE or

the Illinois Electrician Licensing exam). The scholarship also covers associated costs such as preparatory courses, books and materials, or registration fees for a related conference in the discipline.

In return, recipients of this scholarship will be asked to mentor a current Leyden student who is interested in a similar post-secondary pathway. This mentorship may include one-onone guidance and/or small group discussions or presentations. The expected mentorship time commitment is estimated between one and three hours total.

To apply, please visit leyden212.org and go to the alumni section of the website under “parents and community.” Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the school year and will be reviewed by a selection committee.

For more information, visit the Leyden website or contact the Assistant Superintendent's Office: (847) 451-3021.

Leyden Earns Recertification of “Illinois Democracy Schools”

The Illinois Civics Mission Coalition (ICMC) has recently recertified East Leyden and West Leyden as Illinois Democracy Schools. The schools originally earned this noteworthy Distinction of Excellence in 2014.

In order to maintain this designation, during the 2019-2020 school year, Leyden completed an audit, survey, data analysis, and self-assessment to determine the strengths and weaknesses in the 11 elements of democracy schools. Despite the COVID set back, Leyden’s Democracy School Team completed the process, setting goals for the 2020-2021 school year, to improve design and teaching strategies to cultivate

media literacy and courageous conversations in the classroom.

Democracy Schools are recognized for providing students with authentic experiences in the rights, responsibilities and tensions inherent in living in a constitutional democracy. Through these experiences, participating schools strive to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and dispositions necessary for informed, effective engagement in our democracy.

HOW TO SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR VETERANS

Supporting veterans is a worthy endeavor at any time of year, though such efforts tend to be more prominent in November. Veterans Day is celebrated annually on November 11 in honor of the millions of individuals across the United States who are military veterans. The day coincides with holidays such as Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which are celebrated in other countries and also honor military veterans. There’s no denying that veterans need the support of the people whose freedoms they protect. According to a 2021 study from researchers at Brown University’s Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs, the percentage of veterans with disabilities is significantly higher among post-9/11 veterans (40 percent) than it was with veterans from previous eras (25 percent for Gulf War I veterans and 13 percent for veterans of previous wars). Veterans can benefit from support legislated by

AROUND TOWN

FRANKLIN AVENUE WILL BE CLOSED OCTOBER 24 TO DECEMBER 18

Franklin Avenue will be closed to through traffic from Silver Creek to the Industrial Park beginning October 24 to remove and replace the existing railroad tracks and signal equipment. The roadway is expected to be fully reopened by December 18. Watch for detours. Local traffic will be able to access the project area and all driveways will have access. Thank you for your patience.

FRANKLIN PARK VETERANS DAY EVENT – NOVEMBER 11

The Village of Franklin Park and the American Legion Post 974 will host their annual Veterans Day observance on Friday, November 11 at 11 AM at the Village’s Veterans Memorial, located west of Village Hall. The program will pay tribute to military veterans who have served our country and will include recognition of the new names to be added to the Monument. Everyone is invited to attend.

LEYDEN FAMILY SERVICES AT VILLAGE HALL, FRANKLIN PARK

Leyden Family Services will be at Village Hall to help residents who have questions or need help applying for government programs including Medicare, Medicaid, and LIHEAP. Staff can also help with understanding medical bills, prescription assistance, and more. Bring your Social Security award letter and paycheck stubs that show the amount of income you receive. No appointment is necessary.

Scheduled Village Hall dates are from 9 AM to Noon on November 16 and December 21.

ROOFTOP HONEY SALES TO BENEFIT PARKS FOUNDATION OF FRANKLIN PARK

Last year the Park District of Franklin Park installed five rooftop beehives on the Centre of North Park. This effort is part of Project Aurelius, the Park District’s team dedicated to pollinator protection. This year, the established hives produced more than 300 pounds of honey.

Park District Staff and After School Program participants assisted in jarring the honey. The rooftop honey is now for sale at the Community Center front desk. A six-ounce jar sells for $6, a 10-ounce jar sells for $10 and a 15-ounce jar for $15.

All proceeds from the rooftop honey go toward the Parks Foundation of Franklin Park. The Parks Foundation provides financial assistance for recreational opportunities for in-district residents dealing with financial hardship. Jars are available while supplies last until next year’s honey harvest.

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Shopping at Rich’s Fresh Market proved to be a winning excursion for a regular customer who purchased a Lotto ticket that was worth $4.85M!

The store said the gentleman, who regularly shops at Rich’s and purchases lottery tickets, came in to check his numbers with the Lottery machine. He was shocked when he discovered he had won. Rich’s also was a winner, as retailers who sell winning tickets receive one percent of the prize amount. Rich’s therefore will get a bonus of $48,500 for selling the winning ticket.

The lucky customer is the 10th Illinois Lotto player to win a prize of a million dollars or more since January, 2022, and this is the second largest Lotto jackpot win since April, 2022.

ROSEMONT

Rosemont’s holiday lighting spectacular will be returning this year starting November 18th and continuing through January 1 and located at Impact Field baseball park. Visitors will be treated to millions of colorful lights and a walkway where they can come up close to various holiday displays. Impact Field will be transformed into five illuminated villages with millions of lights, custom 3D holiday features, holiday train adventure, Rudolph’s Kid Zone, Holly Trolly, food, drink and more. Watch for more information and ticket prices.

ATTENTION HOMES

SURROUNDING O’HARE

The Chicago Department of Aviation (CDA) has announced it is in the absolute final phase of the Residential Sound Insulation Program as part of the O’Hare Modernization Program. The original final deadline to apply had only been extended to Labor Day of 2021. CDA has opened a very short window of opportunity to allow still-eligible homeowners, WITHIN THE 65-DNL NOISE CONTOUR identified in the 2005 modernization plan, a final opportunity for the possibility to acquire sound-insulated windows and doors. Anyone who has previously been contacted and declined or who wants to initiate contact should call the CDA’s residential soundproofing office at 773-894-3255.

elected officials in Washington, D.C., but there’s also many things ordinary citizens can do to show how much they appreciate the sacrifices veterans and their families have made and will make in the years to come.

Visit wounded veterans

Support legislation that supports veterans

Help raise awareness about homeless veterans

Donate to veteran charities (visit charitynavigator.org for a list)

Veterans Day is a time to show veterans that their service and sacrifices are not taken for granted. Visiting wounded veterans and supporting efforts to ensure veterans get what they need to live full, healthy and happy lives is a great way to send the message that veterans are appreciated.

SUBURBAN POLL WORKERS NEEDED

Cook County Clerk Karen Yarbrough is encouraging residents to serve as an Election Judge or Polling Place Technician and to work on Election Day. There are 782 polling locations that will require staffing with poll workers in suburban Cook County. Election Judges are paid $200 and Polling Place Technicians $365 –and the Clerk’s Office provides training for both positions. High school and college students (16 or older) can also serve as judges. For qualifications and more information on being an election judge or polling place technician, visit www.cookcountyclerk.com/work.

DES PLAINES

It’s back! Hamburgers on wheels - The Choo Choo restaurant in Des Plaines has re-opened and ready to serve you. They are again delivering up food to kids, and adults, using model electric trains. The nostalgic diner is a must see and a delight to young and old. Located at 600 Lee Street in Des Plaines, they are open from Tuesday-Saturday, 11 am to 7:30 pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays. To see their story and menu visit www.thechoochoo.com.

AROUND

EDDIE BIONDA FALL FEST PARADE – Photos by Mike Mikrut

ST FRANCIS BORGIA PARISH – Fr. Marek Smolka was officially installed as the new Pastor of St. Francis Borgia Parish in Chicago. Irene Moskal Delguidice was there for the celebration and took a picture with him. On the right is Irene’s brother, Edward Moskal (now deceased), past President of the Polish National Congress and Polish American Congress, with St John Paul II.

HOLY VIRGIN MARTYRS PET BLESSING

JURASSIC QUEST AT STEPHENS CONVENTION CENTER – Photos by Mike Mikrut

FALL FUN FEST – Gouin Park In Franklin Park. Photos by Mike Mikrut.

FRANKLIN PARK FIRE DEPARTMENT OPEN HOUSE – Families gathered for the annual (finally back after a two year hiatus) Franklin Park Fire Department Open House held on Saturday, October 15th at their fire station on Addison Street. Kids and adults alike enjoyed the demonstrations and taking part in all the fun activities. Photos by Mike Mikrut.

HOLY VIRGIN MARTYRS PARISH dedicated the new Hendle Hall on October 1st.

Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo Concert

Concert will Feature Triton College’s Jazz Ensemble Big Band and Jazz Combo

Triton College will host a student jazz concert on Thursday, Dec. 8, at 7:30pm, in the R Building (Room R-218). The event is free and open to the public, an RSVP is not required. Doors open at 7pm

The concert will feature Triton’s Jazz Ensemble Big Band directed by Dr. Timothy Burns and Triton’s seven player Jazz Combo directed by James Davis. This two-hour event will consist of a mix of Latin jazz, Afro Cuban jazz, bebop jazz and a variety of pieces. A mix of students and community members including a diverse group of ages, will be performing.

Please visit triton.edu/campus/performing-arts. For more information, please contact salvatoresiriano@triton.edu or (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3506.

Chi Zeta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Collecting Items for Veterans

Toiletry Items are Preferred

The Chi Zeta Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) at Triton College is collecting the following comfort items for homeless Veterans from Tuesday, Nov. 1-Friday, Nov. 18, 2022. PTK will be collecting items Monday-Thursday, from 8am-6:30pm; and Friday, from 8am-3:30pm, in the Office of Student Life, Room B-240, on the Triton College campus. The items collected will be donated to the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital in Hines, Ill. Individual or travel sizes of toiletry items are preferred.

“Anyone who spends their life in service and makes sacrifices for this country deserves dignity and respect. Our goal is to provide that respect and appreciation,” said Ismael Medina, Chi Zeta Chapter president.

Alcohol-free aftershave.

Alcohol-free mouthwash. Chapstick or lip balm. Combs.

Crossword puzzles/games. Denture adhesive.

Denture cleaner (tablets). Deodorant.

Disposable razors.

Hand and body lotion.

Nail clippers.

New undershirts (all sizes).

New underwear (all sizes).

Paperback books.

Playing cards. Shampoo and conditioner. Shaving cream.

New sweatpants (all sizes).

New sweatshirts (all sizes).

Toothbrush. Toothpaste. New winter gloves. New winter hats. Word-find books.

Please note - we cannot accept items which are not listed.

Triton College Offering the Following Classes

“Food Safety and Sanitation” Class (HIA E15 201) on Monday, Nov. 7, from 8:30am-4:30pm This non-credit class will be held in the B Building, Room B-201.

Students will learn the cause and prevention of food-borne illnesses and accidents. This course meets requirements for the Illinois Department of Public Health Certification.

“Wedding Cake Decorating” Class

(HIA C15 201) on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 9am-1:30pm This non-credit class will be held in the B Building, Room B-152.

Those enrolled will learn tips and tricks to create the most elegant wedding cakes applying textures, piping and more!

“Jams and Jellies” Class

(HIA C16 201) on Saturday, Dec. 3, from 9am-1:30pm This non-credit class will be held in the B Building, Room B-200.

This class will teach students how to preserve fruits and veggies so they can learn how to make marmalades, jams and jellies.

“Holiday Baking” Class

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(HIA C11 201) on Saturday, Dec. 10, from 9am-1:30pm This non-credit class will be held in the B Building, Room B-152.

Ready for a sweet treat this holiday season? Students will learn how to make holiday-themed cakes and cookies.

“Holiday Cooking” Class

(HIA C10 201) on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 9am-1:30pm This non-credit class will be held in the B Building, Room B-200.

Baby it’s cold outside! Warm up by learning how to create a delicious holiday meal with seasonal favorites, such as roasted chicken, potatoes and a veggie casserole.

For more information on any of the above classes, please visit triton.edu/ce. Or contact askce@triton.edu or (708) 456-0300, ext. 3500

Cernan Earth and Space Center to Host Apollo 17 50th Anniversary Celebration

Triton College’s Cernan Earth and Space Center will host a 50th anniversary Apollo 17 Mission celebration beginning Wednesday, Nov. 23, 2022, and running through Monday, April 10, 2023. This event will recognize astronaut Capt. Eugene “Gene” Cernan (United States Navy, Retired) and showcase what Capt. Cernan and the Apollo 17 crew (also including Ronald E. Evans and Harrison Schmitt) accomplished.

The five-month exhibit will include varied activities geared to educate young students as well as adults.

A permanent addition to the Cernan Center will be an interactive activity presented on a large, flat-touch-screen-table. The table will run a program called “Colonize Mars” in which multiple users can work to develop a colony on Mars through several stages of objectives. Players can work individually or together to build their colony as quickly as possible.

On a loan from the Kansas City Cosmophere, attendees will have a chance to see what astronauts ate during the Apollo missions and their other space necessities.

Other activities include a variety of spacecraft models and iconic pictures from Apollo 17, as

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well as public shows during the exhibit, including Dawn of the Space Age and Forward! To the Moon.

Admission to the exhibits is free. The Planetarium admission is $4 for youth ages 2-17 and seniors 55+, and $8 for adults.

The celebration is to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the December 1972 Apollo 17 mission. During the mission, Capt. Cernan left his footprints on the moon’s surface. He is the last astronaut to leave his footprints on the moon.

Eugene A. Cernan was born on March 14, 1934, and raised in Bellwood, Ill. (within Triton’s district) and attended Proviso Township High School. He then attended Purdue University and earned a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Before becoming an astronaut, he was a naval officer, naval aviator, electrical engineer, aeronautical engineer and fighter pilot. Capt. Cernan passed away on Jan. 17, 2017, in Houston, Texas.

The Cernan Earth and Space Center is named after our own local boy who became an American hero. For more information, contact cernan@triton.edu or visit triton.edu/Cernan.

Triton Chess

Triton College is hosting Triton Chess, every Thursday, on the main level of the Library, A Building, from 11am-1pm

Students and community members are invited for a friendly game of chess. Chess sets and clocks will be available in the Library. All ability levels are welcome!

For more information, contact dubravkajuraga@triton.edu or (708) 456-0300, 3478.

Info Session for Prospective Students

Triton College will be hosting Admission info sessions, Monday, Nov. 14, at 6pm, and Thursday, Dec. 8, at 6pm, in the Student Center Cafeteria, B Building, for prospective students and their families. Triton’s Admissions team will walk them through the enrollment process, take them on a campus tour and answer questions about college.

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is not required. For more information, please call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3690.

PTK is collecting:

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Fun Fest

Welcomed Family and Friends

Community Members Enjoyed Seasonal Festivities

Sunny skies and beautiful, fall weather greeted over 1,000 guests at Triton College’s Fall Family Fun Fest on Saturday, Oct. 1. Located in Triton’s Botanical Gardens (east campus), the annual event was back in-person for the first time in three years.

Children and families were invited to decorate pumpkins, make masks, color and create necklaces, finger-paint, build with Lincoln Logs, learn about electronic cars and paint pots.

To add to the autumn ambiance, kids were invited to take a trip through a corn and hay bale maze and walk-through Triton’s “pumpkin patch” to pick out a free pumpkin.

Triton College’s Fire Science and EMT Program distributed 600 kid helmets to those in attendance, according to Bill Justiz, Triton’s Fire Science and Emergency Service Program chairperson. Triton provided a fire hose exhibit for kids to “knock out” a pretend fire, take a tour of the safety trailer, learn facts about fire safety and try on real firefighter gear. Kids could take pictures inside the Triton College Fire Science Program fire engine.

Cook County Sheriff’s Office invited kids to take a tour of their command communications van and take pictures

in their squad car. The Cook County Sheriff’s Office brought their therapy dog, a bloodhound and narcotics dog for families and children to meet.

The Culinary Department sold out of their brick-oven pizzas and over 200 homemade apple, cherry, blueberry and peach pies, according to Chef Manny Uribe, Triton’s Hospitality Department chairman. The ingredients used for the pizza, such as tomatoes and basil, were fresh from Triton’s on-campus horticulture garden.

“It’s wonderful to see the community come out for such a great event,” said Dr. Purva DeVol, assistant vice president and chairperson of this year’s Fall Family Fun Fest Committee. “We love it when families are able to see everything that Triton has to offer. There is something here for everybody.”

School of Business Launches Paralegal Studies Certificate

Program Prepares Students for Entry-Level Legal Positions

Triton College School of Business has recently launched a Paralegal Certificate Program. Students who participate in the cohort will become certified to work a variety

of legal (non-attorney) positions in a law firm, corporation or government agency.

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment of paralegals and legal assistants is expected to grow 12 percent between now and 2030. This growth is higher than the average for all occupations.

Triton’s Paralegal Certificate Program will be 31 credit hours (two semesters) with students taking classes, such as Civil Litigation, Contract Law, Legal Ethics and Law Office Organization. The program will be limited to 15 students each semester.

A cohort is a group of students working together in the same program, going through the same academic curriculum while finishing their degree together.

Students must already have an associate degree or higher to enter the cohort, since no general education courses will be offered.

For more information, please contact williamgriffin@triton.edu or (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3579.

Time For a Recall

BY JAMES DE ROSE

A radio personality coined a catchy paradoxical phrase years ago, “Did we come from scum or did we climb from slime?” Countless debates involving evolutionists, those who believe human beings originated from apelike ancestors versus creationists, believers in a God-designed world and everything in it, (Genesis 1) are both relying on a third contestant to prove their point-science!

Imagine an epic tug-of-war contest: On one end of the rope, we have Charles Darwin, the “Father of Evolution.” Flexing his muscles on the other side is Henry Morris, the “Father of Creationism”, and doing a balancing act on the red mark in the middle is none other than Galileo, the “Father of Science!” Darwinian evolution has had a hold on the minds of many. That is now changing. “No law of science could adequately explain the existence of morality,”cites Francis Collins, Geneticist, and former atheist.

Can science support evidence of creation? Bible scripture is loaded with a ton of facts. Here are three scientific facts many are unaware of:

Gravity/Astronomy: ”He spreads out the northern skies over empty space. He suspends the earth over nothing.”(Job 26:7)

DNA/Biology: “For the life of the flesh is in the blood.” Leviticus 17:11)

Water Cycle/Geology: “All streams run to the sea, but the sea is not full. Where the streams flow, there they will flow again.” (Ecclesiastes 1:7)

Many high school and college science textbooks state the origin of life arose from atoms and molecules colliding into one another over millions of years. “How then did all these unthinking, inanimate chemicals produce life when today’s brilliant scientists cannot even build the most basic living cell?” quotes Peter Eddington, writer, Beyond Today.

There is only one answer to our existence and origin of life-God.

Not surprisingly, the growing number of critics to Darwin and evolution are not religious theologians, but credentialed scientists! The time for a recall has arrived!

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BY ANNA HESSEL PEOPLEANDPLACES.ANNA@GMAIL.COM @PRINCESSANNAH8

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone. I am going to have a hard time eating turkey this year, after seeing an adorable internet video of the fowl giving a lady a big hug. Maybe I will write to President Biden and ask him to pardon that particular bird.

Although my husband and myself, former non-red meat eaters, are currently flexitarians, I have always loved animals. We never eat foie gras, lamb, or veal. I check every can to make sure tuna is dolphin safe, and we only use cruelty free cosmetics.

Last year’s Thanksgiving was at a pescatarian friend’s house, and this year we are having a traditional meal at another friend’s new condo. We are providing a side dish and dessert. The sweet part is easy, who doesn’t love pie and wine. I need to come up with a vegetable side dish to showcase my culinary prowess.

Pumpkin spice spam is not an option. A corn souffle recipe from the nineties, green bean casserole, or canned cranberry sauce cut into circles and arranged on a platter with orange slices just will not do.

I immediately sought advice from my favorite cooking channel. Pumpkin puree, pea puree, persimmon puree, parsnip puree, kale puree - these aren’t side dishes, they’re baby food. I decided to break out one of my beloved vintage cookbooks. Celery gelatin mold with julienne carrots, oh my.

I am offering up a prayer of thanksgiving that they no longer make celery flavored Jello. Tomato aspic, it’s getting worse. I hope my friends like a nice arugula salad with vinaigrette or spinach souffle. I must confess, I am thankful for a plate of dressing, that would do me just fine, not cornbread, sausage, or chestnut laden, just love me some good old fashioned made with bread, onions, celery, and a hint of sage, cause stuffing never goes out of style…

This column is dedicated in loving memory to Bill and Elaine Cyplick

Ms. Hessel is a member of the National Society of Newspaper Columnists

PARK RIDGE

SEPT. 9 - THEFT – A 2020 Nissan Rouge was stolen from a garage in the 300 block of S. Chester Avenue. The thief/thieves gained access to the garage by using a garage door opener found in another car in the driveway.

SEPT. 9 - THEFT – Items were taken from an unlocked vehicle in the 1700 block of S. Clifton Avenue. Video of the incident was recovered by police.

SEPT. 9-10 - THEFT – An unlocked vehicle parked in the 1300 block of S. Chester Avenue had a firearm stolen from the glove box.

SEPT. 9-10 - THEFT – An unlocked vehicle parked in the 1700 block of S. Prospect Avenue had a cup of change taken from inside the car.

SEPT. 10 - THEFT – A 2013 Lincoln MKT was stolen from the 1700 block of Grace. The car was left unlocked.

FRANKLIN PARK

SEPT. 28 - THEFT – The Walgreens located on Grand Avenue reported having $570.78 worth of merchandise stolen from the store.

ELMWOOD PARK

SEPT. 13 - THEFT – Anthony Stanley of Elmwood Park was charged with theft in the 2400 block of North Harlem Avenue.

SEPT. 14 - BURGLARY – A report was made that a pearl necklace and other items were stolen from an apartment in the 2700 block of 74th Avenue.

SEPT. 16 - BURGLARY – A unlocked truck parked in the 2900 block of 78th Avenue had a wallet containing $3,000 in cash stolen from it.

SEPT. 19 - THEFT – A Volkswagen parked in the 2900 block of 75th Avenue had its front license plate stolen.

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SEPT. 8 - THEFT – $766.59 worth of merchandise was stolen from the Target Store on Mannheim Road. Eugy Ngassi of Culver City, CA was charged with retail theft when the stolen merchandise was found in his possession. He had a Sept. 30 court date.

SEPT. 13 - THEFT – Ahmir O. Moore of Richmond, VA was charged with burglary and unlawful use of a credit card/fraud - both felonies. Moore allegedly entered an office building and stole a woman’s credit card and wallet from her purse while she stepped away from her desk. The offender attempted several purchases, some denied but purchased a $5,032 diamond from Sam’s Club in Des Plaines. Although Moore was not apprehended immediately, he was finally arrested when authorities found his vehicle at a Spring Hill Suites hotel in Burr Ridge. He was detained by police and Rosemont police took custody. Moore had possession of a Rhode Island man’s ID, approximately $3,422 in cash and a diamond ring. He also allegedly admitted to selling gift cards for cash. Moore had a bond hearing on Sept. 12.

SEPT. 17 - RETAIL THEFT – Police responded to the Fashion Outlet Way mall for a theft from the Gucci store. Johan A. Gonzalez-Jimenez of Brooklyn, NY was charged with retail theft after he allegedly stole $350 pair of shoes.

SEPT. 24 - FELONY CHARGES – Rosemont police arrested a Forest Park man after he allegedly chased a woman in a car threatening her with a weapon. The woman had an order of protection against him. Flavio C. Calderon of Forest Park was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon (Class 2 felony), unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon, aggravated assault and aggravated fleeing and eluding (all class 3 felonies), reckless discharge of a firearm (Class 4) and driving on a suspended license. He also was cited for three counts

disregarding a traffic control light, speeding, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. Police from Rosemont, Franklin Park, River Grove and Schiller Park all took part in apprehending Calderon after he crashed his vehicle into another vehicle at Belmont Avenue in Franklin Park. He allegedly ran southwest through a residential area but then was apprehended and taken into custody.

OCT. 5 - DISORDERLY CONDUCT – Police charged Martise Crawford of Chicago with felony disorderly conduct after they identified him as the person who pulled a false fire alarm at a Mobile station on August 13 and also pulled a fire alarm at a McDonalds on July 12. Police interviewed Crawford on Oct. 4 and he identified himself in video images as the person who pulled the alarms saying he pulled them because he was “upset”. He had a bond hearing on Oct. 5.

OCT. 5 - RETAIL THEFT – Yelisabeth M. Perez of West Allis Wisconsin was charged with retail theft after she allegedly took items from the Tommy Hilfiger store in the Fashion Outlet Way mall. The items were worth

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SEPT. 9 - COUNTERFEITERS – An unknown offender tried to pass counterfeit $100 bills at Rivers Casino but were not successful. They tried to exchange the bills at the money cage but after being refused, fled the property on foot.

SEPT. 12 - ARMED ROBBERY – An offender described as a thin male, African American, approximately 6 ft. tall and wearing a face mask stolen jewelry, cellphones, and an undetermined amount of cash from one or more victims while brandishing a black handgun. The incident(s) occurred in a Rivers Casino parking lot near River Road and Devon Avenue. The offender fled south through the parking lot and across Devon Avenue after the robberies.

SEPT. 22 - BATTERY/PUBLIC INDECENCY –Wantierre Curtington-Harris of Chicago was charged with public indecency, battery and an outstanding warrant for allegedly exposing himself to a women on a bus and also grabbing her buttocks. Curtington-Harris also had an outstanding active warrant out from Ogle County, IL.

WILL CONTINUE TO BE

ON

Cutting Saturday mail delivery was proposed as part of cost-cutting reform. But lawmakers are taking steps to improve the Postal Service’s finances, so eliminating Saturday delivery is unnecessary. Other reforms: Repeal of a rule requiring the Postal Service to prefund retiree health care a year in advance…a mandate requiring postal retirees to enroll in Medicare as soon as eligible. These reforms are estimated to save the USPS about $49 billion over the next 10 years.

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FOR SALE - 3 GRAVE SITES. WILL DISCOUNT – Located in Elm Lawn Memorial Park in Northlake. Market Price $1,650/each. Asking $1,400/each or make an offer. Contact Charles at 480-603-6704.

FOR SALE - 12’ CANOE 3’ at belly. Wood, very heavy and great buoyancy $150 Call Rusty 847-977-5031

FOR SALE - NEUTON BATTERY POWERED MULCHING LAWN MOWER Used, but in great condition. Perfect for smaller lawns and easy to use. No gas, no mess, very quiet – environmentally friendly. Two batteries included. Located in Schiller Park. Free. 847-678-2939. Leave message and will call back.

FOR SALE - BOY’S GENESIS MOUNTAIN BIKE GROUND FORCE 29” – $80/OBO 847-671-1633

FOR SALE - OLD ANVIL 10.5 in. long, 2.5 in. wide, 6 in. high $25. 773-504-1399.

FOR SALE - ANTIQUE INTERNATIONAL TIME RECORDING COMPANY TIME CLOCK. One similar is hanging in the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, D.C. Still works. Oldest date on clock is 1921. Original stickers are still on the clock. Must see to appreciate and a rare find. $650 OBO. Local pick-up only. For further info or to view call 847-678-2939 and leave message.

FOR SALE – KATO N SCALE PASSENGER TRAIN SETS – Metra & Santa Fe. All original packaging and instruction manuals. Sets include engine with working lights, standard cars and tracks, power pack, and extra add on cars and tracks. $160 each set. Great gifts for the train enthusiast for Christmas! Call for further details. 847-678-1734.

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IN MEMORY

WILLIAM V. CYPLICK JR. - FRIDAY, MAY 30TH, 1930 - WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 12TH, 2022 –William V. Cyplick, Jr., age 92, U.S. Navy Veteran passed away on October 12, 2022. William was the beloved husband of the late Elaine, nee Boufal; loving father of David (Nancy), Deborah and Brian Cyplick; dearest son of the late Joanne and William Cyplick; cherished grandfather of Kristin (Nick) Garcia, Amy (T.J.) Bachorz, Terry, George and Kevin Cyplick; great grandfather of Levi; dear brother of the late Robert Cyplick and the late Phyllis (the late Victor) Kostyniak. William was a member of the Ave Maria Council #4456 of the Knights of Columbus in Schiller Park. Services were held

HELEN D. LOSACCO - MARCH 27, 1935 - OCTOBER 8, 2022 –Losacco Helen D, nee Kowalczyk, beloved wife of the late Franklin, loving mother of Andrea (the late Frank) Cesaro, Rocco (Sandy), Princess Frances Ann, dearest grandmother of Krista (Carlos) Bejarano, Carlitos, Destiny, Jenna (Margie) Sergio (Jennifer) and Anicia. devoted daughter the late Frances and the late Ted. Cherished sister to Ronald (the late Dorothy). Fond sister in law to Helen and preceded in death by John, Rudy and Florence, Norby and Pearl, Francie and Sam, Michael and Minnie, Joey and Raphael, Mary and Eddie, Raymond and Stella, and Danny and Florence. Loving aunt and cousins to many. Helen, aka, Happy, was an avid bingo player, loved the Yankees and enjoyed spending time with her family. She loved to cook and enjoyed her apple martinis (really any martini). Services were held

CATHERINE K. WILKINS NEE LEONARD, 82 – loving mother of Mary; fond Nan of Billy (Nicky) and Joey (Nicole); adored Nanny of Andrew, Olivia, Rocco and Gianna; beloved daughter to the late Catherine nee Heffernan and John Leonard; dearest sister of the late Margaret (late Ralph) Barone, Denis (Bridget), the late Michael (late Geraldine), the late Mary (late Michael) O’Neill, Julia (late Tom) Walsh and the late Ellen O’ Connor; fondest of Aunts to many nieces and nephews. She also worked for many years at St. Beatrice Church in Schiller Park cleaning the church. She always did a wonderful job. Services were held MITCHELL JAMES PACYNA, 74 - MAY 25, 1948 – OCTOBER 1, 2022 – Mitchell J. Pacyna, 74, Fort Myers Beach, FL died during Hurricane Ian on September 28, 2022. Mitch was born May 25, 1948, in Chicago, IL, to Mathew and Joann (Wezgraj) Pacyna. He grew up in Franklin Park, IL, where he created the Hustlers, a group of friends and families that played ice hockey, softball, and bowling together. There is a reunion taking place this June to celebrate 60 years of friendship. He worked throughout his life and retired from his last employer, Fed Ex, in 2010. For the past few years, he had worked part-time as a greeter at the Fort Myers Beach Library. He is survived by his love for the past 30 years, Mary Wojciechowski and their Maltese Lulu; his daughter, Michelle (Robyn) Schuline, Bloomington, IL; his son, Scott (Michele) Pacyna; and his grandchildren, Jenna, Megan, Isabella, and Vaughan, who he and Mary just spent time with this past May in Illinois. He is also survived by his first wife, Judith Pacyna, Bloomington, IL. He is preceded in death by his parents; his stepmom, Margaret Pacyna; his brother, Daniel Pacyna; his stepbrother, Jeffrey Piatkowski; and many of his Hustler friends, Cary Cardelli, Richard Hallas, and Bob Kelley, to name a few. Mitch lived his life the way he wanted: loving his life with Mary and Lulu at Fort Myers Beach, taking pictures of everything and anything, making new friends everywhere he went, enjoying life to the fullest, and earning the nickname of the “Mayor of Fort Myers Beach.” He was always a Chicago man at heart. Watching the Chicago Cubs, Blackhawks, and Bears every chance he got and eating his favorite foods, Chicago-style pizza, and hot dogs, with his Miller Lite. Known by many as a great friend and person to be with, his friends and family at Fort Myers Beach will miss his smile, his love of taking pictures and having friends over at his and Mary’s bar. Services are currently pending.

Thanksgiving is as synonymous with football as it is with turkey. When sports fans tune into the big games Thanksgiving day, two teams are on the field every year: the Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Lions. There is no rule in place that says these teams have to play on Thanksgiving, but it has become tradition. When the National Football League makes its Thanksgiving schedule each year, the Lions get scheduled for an early afternoon game and the Cowboys a late afternoon matchup. These traditions can be traced back to publicity stunts to draw in more fans. The Lions played their first Thanksgiving game in 1934, while the Cowboys started the tradition in 1966. Other teams had played on Thanksgiving prior to these years, but the Lions solidified their place when then-owner George A. Richards (also an NBC-affiliated radio station owner) established a contract with NBC to show his Lions games on Thanksgiving across 94 stations. In 2022, there is once again a tripleheader on Thanksgiving day. The Buffalo Bills will play the Detroit Lions at 12:30 p.m. ET; the New York Giants will play the Dallas Cowboys at 4:30 p.m. ET; and the New England Patriots battle the Minnesota Vikings at 8:20 p.m. ET.

Fans can watch the Lions on CBS, the Cowboys on FOX and the Vikings on NBC.

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