May 2023 People & Places Newspaper

MAY 2023 Volume 13 Issue 5

Serving Leyden Township and Surrounding Communities

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Schiller Park, IL 60176

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PUBLISHER Barbara J. Piltaver

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANTS/

Publisher’s Message

Spring is trying to emerge, but frosty is still trying to hold on by giving us those thirty-degree temps at night. I start out by wearing my winter coat in the morning, sweatshirt by noon, light sweater around three-o’clock and then back to the winter coat again at night. One week, we went from using the heater at night and the air conditioning during the day. Life in Illinois.

However, the trees and flowers, especially those early bloomers like tulips and daffodils, are at least starting to pop out, hoping beyond hope that they won’t get frozen.

Spring also brings out more cars on the road, as more people like to get out in good weather. Which brings me to a public service announcement. Time to give your vehicles a spring check-up.

I can’t tell you how many people I’ve driven behind that have either a turn signal out, brake light out or none at all. Some drivers are just inconsiderate and don’t bother using them (were they optional on your vehicle?) but others simply are not aware that they have malfunctioning equipment.

So, on a very nice spring day, go outside with another family member, get in your car, and try the brakes and turn signals. Have that family member go around to make sure all the turn signals work in front and back and that all the brake lights are functional. Turn on your headlights also and make sure they are not out of align and pointing up or down. It doesn’t matter if your car is two years old or twenty – you never know until you look to make sure everything is working properly.

Don’t forget, you could get a ticket for no signal or brake lights. Why risk getting pulled over?

And how about giving that car of yours, that you paid so much money for, a nice washing? Get the road salt off that is slowing eating away at the metal that could easily turn your baby into a rust bucket. Be sure to get the underside washed also. Car washes have the ability.

And for good measure, how about a nice wax job? You’ll love watching the rain bead off the hood of your car when caught in those spring rain storms.

Your car will thank you for it.

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Fast Eddie update – The saga continues with our new pup. We went to Florida for a week and upon return we found Eddie had gotten into our mail. He chewed up and swallowed two of my advertiser’s checks, and I had to piece together a bill that I received and needed to pay. My daughter was taking care of him while we were gone. She warned me that our kitchen was not the same as we left it. He tore the fitted tablecloth off our round table which in turn brought down a potted plant I had in the middle, which broke upon hitting the floor. Oh, and let me not

forget what we came home to after an Easter visit. He tore up all our Easter napkins and plates; and just recently I came home to find that one of my husband’s thin, compression hand gloves was missing off the table. Gone – not to be found. The only possibility was that he ate it and we’re hopefully praying he’ll pass it out. We’ll be watching closely to see if any blue material appears. I’ve heard of dogs eating strange things, but a glove? Ugh! I’ll keep you informed. ***

To all the mothers out there – may you have a wonderful and blessed Mother’s Day. Let’s pray for good, warm weather. God bless America!

1. Mother’s Day falls on which day of May?

2. More ______________ are made on Mother’s Day than any other day of the year.

3. Mother’s Day is the ________ highest selling holiday for flowers and plants.

4. Mother’s Day is typically the busiest day of the year for _______________?

5. The moniker “Mom” comes from ________________.

6. Who does history of American Mother’s Day start with following the Civil War?

7. What year was the first Mother’s Day celebrated?

8. What year did Woodrow Wilson sign Mother’s Day into law?

9. What is the most popular gift for Mother’s Day?

10. What is the average cost of a Mother’s Day gift?

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MAY CALENDAR

WE WANT TO PRINT YOUR NEWS! - Is your church or non-profit holding an event? Community calendar listings are free. Send information to info@peopleandplacesnewspaper.com by the 15th of the prior month.

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 5-6pm. There is a short meeting at 6pm 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 5:30pm. Bingo starts at 6:30pm. 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 8:30pm with Bingo before at 7pm 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 6:30pm. Contact Donna Clesen 847-361-1233 for further information

ONGOING: ITASCA QUILTERS GUILD The Itasca Quilters Guild meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm at the Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca. The purpose of the guild is to meet informally, to quilt, to learn, preserve, and promote the art of quilting, to share ideas, to improve skills, for fun, fellowship and friendship. Guests are always welcome. Questions: contact IQGpresident@aol.com

MAY 1: MAY DAY - SCHOOL PRINCIPALS' DAY - NATIONAL COLLEGE DECISION DAYMELANOMA MONDAY - MOTHER GOOSE DAYNEW HOMEOWNER'S DAY - NATIONAL LOYALTY DAY - LAW DAY

MAY 2: NATIONAL TEACHER DAY - NATIONAL BROTHERS AND SISTERS DAY - NATIONAL BABY DAY

MAY 3: LEYDEN TOWNSHIP & COOK COUNTY SHERIFF'S POLICE PRESENT "PIZZA WITH THE POLICE" 6-8pm Carol Fiorito Senior Center, 2601 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, For further info visit leydentownship.com

MAY 3: NATIONAL SKILLED TRADES DAYGARDEN MEDITATION DAY

MAY 4: NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY - STAR WARS DAY

MAY 5: CINCO DE MAYO - NATIONAL HOAGIE DAY - NATIONAL ASTRONAUT DAYCARTOONISTS DAY

MAY 6: NATIONAL NURSES DAY - KENTUCKY DERBY - NO DIET DAY - FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

MAY 7: THE MORTON ARBORETUM "TAILS ON THE TRAILS" DAY Bring your pet and explore the Morton

Arboretum. Guests can visit the on-site Pet Expo, which features dog-oriented shopping from vendors representing local businesses and organizations, opportunities to adopt dogs, and options to learn about volunteering at local animal shelters. Timed Entry Tickets are required. 9:30am-6pm. Adults $17 Seniors $15 Children $12 and each dog $5. For further information call 630-968-0074 or visit their website at mortonarb.org

MAY 7: NATIONAL TRAIN DAY - NATIONAL LEMONADE DAY - SPRING ASTRONOMY DAYMAYDAY FOR MUTTS

MAY 8: NATIONAL STUDENT NURSE DAYNATIONAL ANIMAL DISASTER PREPAREDNESS DAY

MAY 9: NATIONAL HOME FRONT HEROES DAY

MAY 10: WORLD LUPUS DAY - NATIONAL LIPID DAY - NATIONAL SHRIMP DAY

MAY 11: ELMWOOD PARK GARDEN CLUB

MEETING Public Space Planning with Christopher B. Burke Engineering. Christopher B. Burke Engineering has been installing the new parking lots behind North Avenue businesses, the cul de sacs at the borders of the village, and the big flood mitigation/native garden at 73rd and Bloomingdale. Engineer Orion Galey will show us the environmental principals they follow in construction and landscaping. The meeting will be held at the Elmwood Park Public Library, 1 Conti Parkway, Elmwood Park. Meeting starts at 6:30pm. For more information contact Donna Clesen 847-361-1233. All are Welcome!

MAY 11: NATIONAL SCHOOL NURSE DAYNATIONAL RECEPTIONIST DAY - EAT WHAT YOU WANT DAY

MAY 11: CRUISE NIGHT OPENING DAY AT HARLEM-FOSTER SHOPPING CENTER Sponsored by Citywide Classics CWC - Everyone is invited to attend. This is a weekly Cruise Night at Harlem and Foster Shopping Center. Weather permitting. Something a little different - they will elect one car per week to return and showcase their car at the front of their show. 50/50 raffle William DJ - cold beer - prizes donated.

Bar Crawl

FUN FEST S P R I N G

CALENDAR (CONT.)

MAY 12 & 13: FOREST PARK SPRING

CRAFT SHOW 7640 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park. May 12 from 4-8pm and May 13 from 10am5pm. Over 25 local artisans and crafters with a great selection of artisanal handmade items. Free Admission. Lots of Raffle Prizes.

MAY 12: MILITARY SPOUSE

APPRECIATION DAY - NATIONAL FIBROMYALGIA AWARENESS DAY - NATIONAL ODOMETER DAY

MAY 12: PARKWAY BANK SPRING

FUN FEST Parkway Bank Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont. 1-5pm. Families are invited to visit Parkway Bank Park for a FREE fun-filled day of outdoor festivities at "Spring Fun Fest". A variety of free activities will be offered including balloon sculpting, bounce houses, face painting, petting zoo, live entertainment by Jeanie B. & The Jelly Beans.

MAY 12: CHICAGO DOGS OPENING

DAY Every fan receives a free team jersey and signing a one-day contract. Acclaimed vocalist Wayne Messmer will sing the national anthem. Check out their website for ticket prices and further information.

MAY 13: NORTHLAKE AREA

KIWANIS PANCAKE BREAKFAST

Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview Dr., Northlake. 8am12pm (Noon). $5 Adults and Seniors $4 children (4-12) Under 3 Free. Pancakes and sausage, orange juice, milk and coffee. Raffles and book giveaway.

MAY 13: NATIONAL APPLE PIE DAY - NATIONAL HUMMUS DAY

MAY 14: HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!WORLD FAIR TRADE DAY

MAY 15: GRAB AND GO HERB

GARDEN 9am River Grove Library - Spring is coming, so it’s a good time to get back into the habit of managing your garden. Plant and take care of herb seeds in miniature gardens so you’ll

always have a supply of parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme. Instructions will be included, kits are limited. Register at rivergrovelibrary.com/event/10040869

MAY 15: NATIONAL SLIDER DAYPEACE OFFICER MEMORIAL DAY

MAY 16: NATIONAL MIMOSA DAYNATIONAL PIERCING DAY

MAY 17: NATIONAL GRADUATION

TASSEL DAY

MAY 17: ITASCA QUILTERS GUILD MEETING Program by local quilter and pattern designer, including quilt trunk show. Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca. 6:30pm FREE and guests are always welcome. Further info email Lucy Goetz at lugoetz2@hotmail.com

MAY 18: INTERNATIONAL MUSEUM DAY - ASCENSION DAY

MAY 19: LONG GROVE CHOCOLATE FEST 2023 12pm - Historic Downtown Long Grove - For young and young at heart - a dedicated children's area with complimentary throwback games and thrilling entertainment. Village merchants feature decadent chocolatethemed specialties and sales throughout weekend. longgrove.org

MAY 19: NATIONAL PIZZA PARTY DAY - NATIONAL BIKE TO WORK DAY - CELEBRATE YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS

DAY - NATIONAL ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY - NATIONAL DEFENSE TRANSPORTATION DAY - NATIONAL HEPATITIS TESTING DAYNATIONAL DEVIL'S FOOD CAKE DAY

MAY 20: ARMED FORCES DAYNATIONAL RESCUE DOG DAYWORLD BEE DAY

MAY 20-21: 2ND ANNUAL PULLMAN RAILROAD

DAYS People, Progress & Innovation at Pullman National Historical Park. In partnership with Metra, and the American Association of Private Railroad Car Owners, visitors will have access to historic Pullman rail cars from different eras at the 111th Street/Pullman Metra Electric station over the weekend event. Included are the 1923 New York Central 3, the 1950 Royal Street Observation, and the 1950 Blue Ridge club. Attendees will also have the chance to explore a 50th anniversary exhibit, celebrating decades of work on preserving, interpreting, and promoting Pullman's rich history. Also offered with be virtual reality experiences, guided tours, activity booths, food, entertainment, and much more. The weekend long event will be a mix of free events and a single-ticket entry for others. Historic Pullman Foundation members get a 10% discount on ticket sales. Advance purchase tickets receive a 20% discount and special early access each morning from 9-11am to the historic Pullman Railcar display. Lines tend to get long in the afternoon. Save by purchasing advance tickets by May 14. Day of admission will be $30. More info at pullmanil.org and on their Facebook page.

MAY 20: DES PLAINES GARDEN CLUB ANNUAL

PLANT AND GARDEN FLEA MARKET 8:30am-Noon at Frisbie Senior Center, 52 E. Northwest Highway, Des Plaines. Pick up some annuals, perennials, vegetables, a hanging basket or maybe a houseplant. The club's Master Gardeners will be there to answer questions. Cash sales only. Rain date is May 27.

MAY 20 : HEALTH FAIR A community health fair sponsored by Leyden Township will be held at Leyden Town Hall, 2626 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park. The fair will be held from 1 to 4pm. Fresh Fruits & Vegetables, Vaccinations, Colon Health Kits, Diabetic Eye Exams, Youth Dental Exams, HIV Testing, Kids Activities, Redetermination Information. All residents are invited to attend. For further info visit leydentownship.com

MAY 23: DES PLAINES FOOD TRUCK ROUNDUP

Friendship Park from 5 to 8pm. Food trucks will be parked in one of Friendship's lots for the selling of food. Two to three acoustical performances will be hald during those hours and children's activities like a bounce house will be set up. Other food truck events will be held on August 15 and September 19th. Visit Des Plaines's website for further info.

MAY 23: NATIONAL LUCKY PENNY DAYINTERNATIONAL WORLD TURTLE DAY

MAY 24: NATIONAL BROTHER'S DAYEMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN DAY

MAY 25: NATIONAL WINE DAY - EAT MORE FRUITS & VEGETABLES DAY - NATIONAL MISSING CHILDREN'S DAY

MAY 26: NATIONAL POPPY DAY - NATIONAL

HEAT AWARENESS DAY - DON'T FRY DAY

MAY 27: NATIONAL CELLOPHANE TAPE DAY

MAY 28: NORRIDGE MEMORIAL DAY

REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY Visit their website for time and location villageofnorridge.com

MAY 28: NATIONAL HAMBURGER DAY

MAY 29: MEMORIAL DAY

COMMUNITY CALENDAR (CONT.)

MAY 29: WOOD DALE MEMORIAL DAY PARADE

11am Hosted by Wood Dale and TIOGA VFW Post #2149. Parade will depart from Elizabeth Drive and proceed north on Addison Road and Irving Park Road. Will then turn east and end just beyond the bridge. A Memorial Day Service will be held at Veterans Memorial Park following the parade to honor our servicemen and women. For further info contact the TIOGA VFW Post #2149 at 630-766-0334

MAY 31: NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH & FITNESS DAY - WORLD NO-TOBACCO DAY

JUNE 3: 8TH ANNUAL NORRIDGE CAR SHOW (RAIN DATE JUNE 10TH)

JUNE 9: ELMWOOD PARK'S CIRCLE CAR SHOW

6-9pm - Elmwood Park Circle Car show and Concert by Simply Elton. Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles, Super Cars, Exotics, and Car Clubs Welcome! Must and fun for the whole family. For further info contact Jim Sabatine at 708-906-8439 SABSLT4@aol.com or visit elmwoodpark.org

JUNE 8-JUNE 11: FRANKLIN PARK FEST Free Live Entertainment - Carnival - Beer & Wine Garden - Food Vendors - Railroad Day on Saturday June 10th from 10am-3pm - Get up close and personal with all kinds of locomotives. For further information and the complete line up of entertainment - visit their website at villageofranklinpark.com

JUNE 16 : LEYDEN TOWNSHIP WILD WILD

WESTDALE 5-10pm - Westdale Park, 3045 N. Sandra Ave., Melrose Park. Free Admission. Car Show, Bouncy House, Petting Zoo, Hayrides, Games, Face Painting, Dunk Tank, Vendors, Line Dancing, Margarita Truck, Smokin BBQ Food Truck, Donut Jester Food Truck, and More! Entertainment by Southern Draw Chicago.

JUNE 16, JULY 7, AUGUST 25: WOOD DALE

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES Presented by Wood Dale Park District - June 16 at 8:30pm - "Luca" The Beach Water Park - July 7 at 8:30pm The Woodlands - "Jurassic World" - August 25 at 8pm Wood Dale Road and Commercial Street "Lightyear" For further info call 630-595-9333 or visit wooddaleparks.org

JUNE 21: ATTENTION FORMER MEMBERS OF THE ITASCA QUILTERS GUILD You are cordially invited to a reunion meeting on Wednesday, June 21 at 6:30pm at the Itasca Community Library, 500 W. Irving Park Road, Itasca, IL. Ur speaker for the evening will be Bobbie Butler, who will give a presentation in Machine Applique using vinyl overlays. Let's catch up on how you've been, what the guild is up to, and share past memories. Reminisce with old members and meet some new ones. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP to IQGpresident@aol.com. Looking forward to seeing you!

JUNE 27-30: WOOD DALE PRAIRIE FEST Community Park - Mittel Drive & Wood Dale Road - Live Music, Carnival, Family Fun, Sip and Paint with Bottle & Bottega, Food & Drinks, Fireworks, WrestlingResident Appreciation Night on July 27. Visit their website for full listing of entertainment and times. wooddale.com

JUNE-AUGUST: LEYDEN COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY "SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE" Benefiting students in Leyden Township - Needed: Plastic pocket folders, glue bottles/ sticks, yellow highlighters, markers, notebooks, pencils, black/blue/red pens, 3-ring pencil pouches, Fiskar scissors, erasers, Post-its, rulers, Play Doh, quart/gallon Ziploc Bags. For collection site and more info contact Lisa or Michelle at 847-455-8616

AROUND TOWN

SCHILLER PARK

KD Market in Schiller Park celebrated their 25th Anniversary on April 4, 1998 Their store shares the love of Polish cuisine and culture. Over the years, they have expanded their store, range of products, services and implemented new technologies to enhance the shoppers experience, without losing sight of their roots and traditions.

The owners, Robert and Olga Wojciak, believe that food has the power to bring people together and are honored to be part of countless family dinners, holiday celebrations and special moments in their customers’ lives.

They are excited to see what the future holds and are grateful for the opportunity to serve the community. They look forward to many more years to come. Congratulations KD Market!

ROSEMONT

Stan’s Donuts is now open in Rosemont at 9433 W. Higgins Road. Stop in and try their delicious treats! Rosemont residents will now have a way to get to a local grocery store. Barry Street Recreation Center is offering rides to nearby grocery stores from 10am-noon. Residents must register for the weekly rides. Their van can hold about 10 passengers. If the program becomes popular, it’s possible more Shopping Van days could be added. This is a great opportunity for residents who don’t drive and a chance to get their shopping done during the week. Register at the rec center on Barry Street, located north of Allstate Arena one block south of Touhy, or online at rosemontparkdistrict.com. Rosemont residents only.

NORRIDGE

Village of Norridge Launches New Website. We have some exciting news to share. The Village of Norridge, in partnership with Granicus, launched our new website, villageofnorridge.com last week. The new website, which will be easier to navigate, will provide enhanced content to our residents, businesses and visitors. “Whether you are a resident, business or visitor to Norridge, we believe that users will find the information they are seeking easier to find,” says Village President Daniel Tannhauser.

Among the many useful items, the website features:

• A more user friendly design with a new look and feel;

• A streamlined menu bar that simplifies navigation and allows users easy access to information;

• A redesigned Home Page that highlights events, a current Village and community news calendar, agendas, minutes, ordinances, services, both the Village’s & Police Department’s social media pages, and a Spotlight bar to that will “spotlight” all important Village communications and;

• Portals to each of the Village’s Departments that will present pertinent information and useful links for the many different programs and services offered by the Village.

Users are encouraged to visit the website frequently. We will continue to monitor our website in the attempt to meet the needs and expectations of our community. If you have any questions, comments or further inquiries about the Village’s new website, click on the Contact Us tab and share your thoughts with us.

Vehicle stickers and pet tags will go on sale for the Village of Norridge beginning May 1. Residents will have the option to purchase their vehicle stickers and pet tags in-person at the Norridge Village Hall, by mail or by the easiest way, on-line. Village ordinance requires all vehicles registered to the Village of Norridge to obtain a vehicle stickers; this includes, but not limited to, cars, trucks, motorcycles and trailers. Vehicles stickers and pet tags mut be purchased by June 30th. Late fees and fine will apply after June 30th. Visit the village’s website for further information.

American School Counseling Association

Honors East Leyden

Congratulations to the East Leyden Counseling Department for earning the Recognized ASCA Model Program (RAMP) designation. The RAMP designation recognizes schools committed to delivering a data-informed school counseling program in accordance with The ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs. These schools will be honored during a special ceremony at the American School Counselor Association’s Annual Conference on Monday, July 17, 2023 in Atlanta, Georgia.

East Leyden Students Compete in the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) State Conference

The East Leyden chapter of FBLA sent 21 members to the State Leadership Conference in Springfield, IL (24 total competed). As a chapter, they received two awards for chapter growth, they were the Presidential Membership Award - 8th place and Local Chapter Members - 10th place. 24 students placed in the top 10, and 13 of their members qualified for the National Leadership Conference in Atlanta, GA this June.

The thirteen students who were named National Qualifiers are Julia Augustyn, 2nd Place Intro to Business Presentations, Michael Dermody, 3rd Place Computer Problem Solving, Dominic Irla, 4th Place UX Design, Hailey Keeton, 3rd Place Intro to FBLA, Viktoriia Kulinich, 2nd Place Intro to Business Presentations, Lesley Martinez, 4th Place Agribusiness, Matilde Merlos, 3rd Place Spreadsheets, Desiree Morad, 3rd Place Advertising, Steven Nguyen, 4th Place Word Processing, Mark Pineda, 4th Place Cybersecurity, Nick Radomski, 2nd Place Networking, Sorin Valeanu, 4th Place Accounting II, and Matthew White, 2nd Place Database Design.

Students who placed in the Top 10 but didn’t qualify for Nationals are Kamil Bak, 9th PlacePublic Speaking, Mariana Calderon, 6th PlaceGraphic Design, John Kasongo, 8th Place - Help Desk, Gabi Lencewski, 9th Place - Publication Design , Val Ly, 6th Place - Digital Animation, Vlad Modnyy, 6th Place - Digital Animation, David Niznik, 9th Place - Insurance and Risk Management, Arianna Pardo, 10th PlaceHuman Resources Management, Om Patel, 10th Place - Personal Finance, Shivesh Patel, 7th Place - Supply Chain Management and Dario Verria, 3rd Place - Management Information Systems.

Congratulations Future Business Leaders of America. Good luck to those heading to the National Leadership Conference in June!

Teatro Leyden Presents, Don Quixote

Leyden High School’s Teatro Leyden presents Don Quixote, May 5 in English, and May 6 in Spanish. All performances begin at 7pm in the East courtyard.

Don Quixote is the story of a middle-aged gentleman from the region of La Mancha in central Spain. Obsessed with the chivalrous ideals from romance novels he decides to become a knight and find his imagined princess Dulcinea del Toboso. Along with his squire Sancho Panza, Don Quixote rides the roads of Spain in search of glory and grand adventure. Has Don Quixote lost his mind, or is he just pretending? Bring your lawn chairs and blankets for a night of theatre under the stars to find out.

There is a free will donation to the show with all proceeds going to the Daniel Moshi Scholarship Fund through Unity in Community.

Leyden Students Honored at Senior Scholarship Awards Night

East and West Leyden Class of 2023 scholarship award recipients were honored at the annual Leyden Senior Scholarship Awards Night on April 18. Congratulations to the following students!

2023 SCHOLARSHIP

AWARDS RECIPIENTS

#LEYDENPRIDE Scholarship

Alex Jomarron: English

Language Learner Excellence Award

Bensenville-Wood DaleFranklin Park Kiwanis Club Scholarship

Domingo Faustino Sarmiento Scholarship

Donald E. Stephens

Academic & Athletic Scholarship

Franklin Park

Firefighters Local 1526 Scholarship

Gene Haas Scholarship

Illinois Federation of Teachers, Local

571: Leyden Council

Scholarship for Future Educators

Joseph Russow Memorial Scholarship

Leyden Township-Carl

Fiorito Scholarship Fund

Lions Club Service

Leadership Award

Peer Leader Scholarship

Robert Radak Memorial Scholarship

Franklin Park District

PTA/Hester Junior

High Scholarship

Rotary Club of ChicagoO’Hare - John F. Moran

Memorial Scholarship

Rotary Club of Chicago

- O’Hare Scholarship

Rotary Club of Chicago

- O’Hare - The Great Escape Restaurant

Roy School PTA Achievement Scholarship

Rundquist Opportunity Scholarship

Sarah Callister

Memorial Scholarship

Schiller Park

Firefighters Local 5230 Scholarship

Socorro Y Elija Scholarship

Student Council Scholarship

The Chamber By O’Hare And Michael Rickert Memorial Scholarship

The Chamber By O’Hare And Sloan Valve Scholarship

Olivia Boniecka - East

Victoria Czarnik - East

Julia Koite - West

Vanessa Mendiola - West

Daniela Diaz - East

Gabriella Salud - East

Jakub Ziolko - East

Lesley Martinez - East

Liliana Perez - East

Christian Lopez - West

Lesley Martinez - East

Matilde Merlos - East

Angel Morales - East

Moises Munoz - West

Melanie Lobos Torres - East

Matilde Merlos - East

Azul Rios - West

Joliza Rivera - West

Angelina Gonzalez - East

Osvaldo Leon - West

Andy Trujillo - West

Victoria Czarnik - East

Daniela Diaz - East

Natalia Tafolla Valencia - East

Daniela Diaz - East

Jazmin Diaz - East

Briza Tovar - East

Victoria Czarnik - East

Julia Koite - West

Emily Luu - West

Olivia Lorens - East

Natalia Taffola Valencia - East

Daniela Diaz - East

Unity in Community Scholarships:

Rodolfo Torres - West

Leyden Students Visit O’Hare

Leyden automotive students gained behindthe-scenes access at the American Airlines hangers at O’Hare International Airport during a recent field trip. Students who have taken at least three years of automotive (Autos I, Autos II, and Service Autos) were given the opportunity to explore careers in aviation mechanics and operations.

Joseph V Bychowski Scholarship

Kevin “Big Kat” Kriston Foundation Scholarship

Kiwanis Club of Northlake: Myrtle Dean Memorial Scholarship

Kiwanis Club of Northlake: Policheri

Service Scholarship

Larry Crippen “Aim

High” Scholarship

Lina Alhasan - East

Licsy Castro - East

Lina Alhasan - East Carolina Garcia - East

Angelina Gonzalez - East

Matilde Merlos - Academic - East

Moises Munoz - Academic - West

Rebecca Reith - Athletic - West

Melanie Lobos Torres - East

Michael Powyszynski - West

Eddie Ramos - West

Kelly Nelson - East

Michael Powyszynski - West

Diego Aceves - West

Ryan Barnett - East

James Dundovich - East

Aldin Halilovic - East

Joseph Lopez-Xique - West

Antonio Rivas - East

Sebastian Worwa - East

Moncerrat Perez - East

Victoria Czarnik - East

James Dundovich - East

James Traficanti - East

Rodolfo Torres - West

Andy Trujillo - West

Andrew Mann Jr. - East

Daniel Moshi Memorial Scholarship

Jonathan Cain Fine Arts Scholarship

Lucia Ramirez

Community Involvement Scholarship

Richard Nardini Community Service Scholarship

Smerz-Horvath Athletic Scholarship

Valerie Berger: West

Leyden Advanced Catering Scholarship

West Leyden Parents’ Club Scholarship

Yanneth Mendez Pioneer Scholarship

Kelly Nelson - East

Rhiannon Dienthal - West

Jakub Ziolko - East

Lina Alhasan - East

Moises Munoz - West

Julia Koite - West

Matilde Merlos - East

Rebecca Reith - West

James Traficanti - East

Nathan Bucio - West

Angel Brown - West

Madeline Carreno - West

Rhiannon Dienethal - West

Osvaldo Leon - West

Rebecca Reith - West

Andy Trujillo - West

Alondra Rodriguez - West

Two West Leyden Students Awarded Scholarships

Osvaldo Leon-Carrera won the Chick Evans Scholarship, a full tuition and housing college scholarship for high-achieving caddies. Osvaldo will be attending Michigan State University.

Natalia Mitka won the Questbridge scholarship, a full tuition and housing scholarship for students who have shown outstanding academic ability. Natalia will be attending Princeton.

Jason Herdosa, a senior, had never been on plane until this field trip. “The planes are so huge,” Herdosa shared. “I didn’t know there were economy seats and bigger, first-class seats. The economy was really small and crowded,” he continued. “More importantly, this really opened me up to a potential career in aviation.”

According to Automotives Teacher Paul Potvin, working on airplanes has a lot of similarities to working on cars. “This industry has a lot to offer, and a lot of variety, and we want our students to experience and explore the opportunities that are available to them, now, and in the future.”

During the visit, students were able to visit the hangars, view the inside of the planes’ mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, baggage compartments, and even sit in the cockpit and review the instrument panel. They witnessed real repairs in progress, watched planes get taxied in and out of the hangar, and learned about the physical structure and engineering of the current largest hangar in the world.

“This was an opportunity unlike any other,” said Automotives Teacher Frank Diebold. “For our kids to experience this is a real treat, and we are lucky to have O’Hare in Leyden’s backyard, and are grateful for American Airlines and their outreach with us to make this day happen.”

GOLD KEEPS EYEGLASSES FROM FOGGING.

A thin gold nanocoating absorbs natural radiation. Sandwiched between layers of glass – such as eyeglasses – the nanocoating heats glass up to 46 degrees F, warm enough to avert condensation.

Source: Study by researchers at ETH Zurich, Switzerland, published in Nature Nanotechnology.

Gas Stove Pollution Goes Unnoticed

A new study published in Environmental Science & Technology finds that gas stoves frequently leak dangerous pollutants into the kitchen. A team from PSE Health Energy collected samples from 159 gas stoves across California and sent them to a laboratory for analysis. The researchers found 12 pollutants in total, and four of these gases – benzene, toluene, hexane and m- or p-xylene – were present in 98 percent of the samples. Most of the stoves leaked at least a little, even when they were turned off.

The natural gas used in stoves is comprised mostly of methane and other hydrocarbons and gases. Before it is delivered into homes and businesses, most of the non-methane gases are removed and a strong-scented chemical is added to alert people to possible leaks. The leaks studied by the California researchers were not substantial enough for people to notice this rotten-egg smell, but they could still expose users to harmful and potentially cancercausing pollutants. Those with gas stoves

are encouraged to turn on their exhaust fans whenever they are in use.

SOURCE: NATURAL AWAKENINGS, APRIL, 2023

8 Mistakes That Can Upend Your Retirement

Pursuing your retirement dreams is challenging enough without making some common, and very avoidable, mistakes. Here are eight big mistakes to steer clear of, if possible.

Create an asset allocation strategy that is properly diversified to reflect your objective, risk tolerance and time horizon; then makes adjustments based on changes in your personal situation, not due to market ups and downs.¹

3. Not maximizing tax-deferred savings. Workers have tax-advantaged ways to save for retirement. Not participating in your employer's 401(k) may be a mistake, especially when you're passing up free money in the form of employer-matching contributions.²

4. Prioritizing college funding over retirement. Your kids' college education is important, but you may not want to sacrifice your retirement for it. Remember, you can get loans and grants for college, but you can't for your retirement.

5. Overlooking health care costs. Extended care may be an expense that can undermine your financial strategy for retirement if you don't prepare for it.

8. It's not only about money. Above all, a rewarding retirement requires good health, so maintain a healthy diet, exercise regularly, stay socially involved and remain intellectually active.

Insurers May Refuse to Cover Theft-Prone

Warns expert Douglas Heller. Example; In some places, State Farm and Progressive won’t underwrite policies for certain Kia and Hyundai models built between 2011 and 2021, because they don’t have engine immobilizers, which make cars harder to steal. For affected vehicles, contact your dealer about rectifying the problem…or try a different insurer.

SOURCE: BOTTOMLINEPERSONAL.COM

1. No strategy. Yes, the biggest mistake is having no strategy at all. Without a strategy, you may have no goals, leaving you no way of knowing how you will get there and if you've even arrived. Creating a strategy may increase your potential for success, both before and after retirement.

2. Frequent trading. Chasing "hot" investments often leads to despair.

6. Not adjusting your investment approach well before retirement. The last thing your retirement portfolio can afford is a sharp fall in stock prices and a sustained bear market at the moment you're ready to stop working. Consider adjusting your asset allocation in advance of tapping your savings so you're not selling stocks when prices are depressed.³

7. Retiring with too much debt. If too much debt is bad when you're making money, it can be deadly when you're living in retirement. Consider managing or reducing your debt level before you retire.

HELPFUL WEBSITES

CRIME WATCH

Local information from police departments and verified news reports on recent assaults, burglaries, shootings and other misdeeds. SpotCrime.com

FREE MEDICAL SUPPORT

National nonprofit helps patients diagnosed with chronic, debilitating or life-threatening illnesses find appropriate care, manage costs and safeguard employment. PatientAdvocate.org

GET THE MONEY YOU DESERVE

Check eligibility for class actions on defective items, false product claims, illegal fees and other corporate blunders. ClassAction.Org Consumer-Action.org/lawsuits

WILDLIFE ASSISTANCE

Help injured deer, orphaned baby birds and other feral animals in need. Nationwide directory of useful resources. AHNow.org

BOOST SPACIAL INTELLIGENCE

Choose from thousands of free online puzzles, or create your own. JigsawPlanet.com

Norwood Park Historical Society Seeks Donated Items and Vendors for Giant Yard Sale

Spring is here and if you are taking advantage of the nice weather by cleaning out your garage or basement of good but unwanted items, make it easy for yourself and consider donating them to the Giant Annual Yard Sale conducted by the Norwood Park Historical Society, 5624 N. Newark Avenue, in Chicago. Drop off your “unwanted/ reusable items” on Saturdays, between noon and 4pm, from now through June 17, on the asphalt between the two garage buildings in the rear of the property.

Accepted items are books, collectibles, dishes, furniture, housewares, jewelry, lamps, paintings, seasonal décor, sports equipment, tools, and toys. Items not accepted are TVs, computers, large appliances, mattresses, overstuffed furniture, textbooks, magazines, clothing, and shoes. The Annual Giant Yard Sale, believed to be one of the largest in Chicago will be held on June 24, on the grounds of the historic NobleSeymour-Crippen House (Chicago’s oldest). Vendor space is available for $30 per 10-foot by 10-foot space. Vendors interested in receiving an application should contact Judy Rustemeyer at 773-774-2838. Each vendor is responsible for their own set-up and clean-up.

For additional information, please call the Norwood Park Historical Society at 773-631-4633, visit their website at Norwoodparkhistoricalsociety.org or email them at norwoodpark@att.net.

Applications for Property Tax Savings are Now Available

Cook County- Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi announces that property-tax-saving

exemption applications for the 2022 tax year are now available online. Exemptions are savings that contribute to lowering a homeowner’s property tax bill. The most common is the Homeowner Exemption, saving a property owner an average of $950 dollars each year.

The automatic renewals related to COVID-19 have ended. Homeowners need to resume annual filings for the Low-Income Senior Citizens Assessment Freeze “Senior Freeze” and Veterans with Disabilities Exemptions. Seniors and Veterans that need to reapply will be mailed application booklets in the mail.

The automatic renewal of the Homeowner, Senior, and Persons with Disabilities Exemptions will continue, and postcards will be mailed to households confirming that no action is needed.

New homeowners, first-time applicants, or those that need to reapply can now do so online by visiting, cookcountyassessor.com/exemptions. Homeowners are strongly encouraged to apply online so there is a digital record of their application. Applying online also allows Assessor staff to easily locate the application, provide a status update, and notify if missing documents are needed.

If homeowners are unsure of their existing exemptions, they can check by reviewing their “Property Details” and review the Exemption History & Status section.

As a reminder, exemptions are reflected on the second installment tax bill.

Rep. Stephens Announces Oceans of Possibilities 2023 Summer Reading Program

CHICAGO – This summer, State Representative Brad Stephens (R-Rosemont) is launching his annual summer reading program. He invites 20th District young students to participate in his “Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program” during their summer vacation.

LEGISLATIVE BRIEFS

UPCOMING SCHEDULE FOR THE ILLINOIS GENERAL ASSEMBLY

The Illinois General Assembly is back in session after a two-week hiatus for spring break, just like middle schoolers. They’re in for a five-week “sprint” until May 19, which is the target date for adjournment this year.

The schedule this week will be committee heavy, as April 28 is the committee deadline for bills originating in the other chamber (House bills out of Senate committees, Senate Bills out of House committees.)

According to James Long, Vice President of Government Affairs, Illinois Policy, here are some upcoming bills that will be brought up in Springfield.

BILLS TO WATCH

– Senate Bill 1690: Raises the Tier 2 maximum pensionable salary for participants covered by the Cook County Article of the pension code. It would raise the maximum pensionable salary from $106,800 so that it tracks with the Social Security wage base (currently $160,200).

– Senate Bill 1699: Physical Therapy Licensure Compact – It would allow licensed physical therapists in Illinois to practice in other compact member states and vice versa.

Senate Bill 303: Would allow pharmacists to fulfill certain training requirements with 500 hours of equivalent work experience.

– Senate Bill 2175: Would prohibit a court from ordering the payment of fines, taxes or costs arising from a criminal proceeding for the first 180 days after an inmate is released from prison.

Senate Bill 1994: Would require a school district sitting on a reserve fund 2.5times its average annual budget to develop a plan to reduce its cash reserves within three years.

To be a summer reader, Kindergarten through 5th graders in the 20th District or who attend schools in the 20th District must read ten books during their summer vacation. Books over 150 pages may count for two books and books for local library programs are also acceptable.

All participants who read ten books will receive a voucher for two tickets to see the Chicago Wolves. The individual who reads the most books beyond the ten-book goal, this summer’s “Grand Champion,” will receive two tickets for Disney on Ice.

After reading their books, students should have their parents visit RepStephens.com and click “Summer Reading Program.” There, they can list how many books they have read over the summer. Parents and students can also drop off or mail a paper form at Rep. Stephens’ Chicago district office (5515 N. East River Rd.) that is available for download on RepStephens.com.

Informational brochures on state and local programs will also be available. Constituents with questions may call (773) 444-0611.

MARTWICK MEASURE TO HOLD RIDESHARE COMPANIES ACCOUNTABLE PASSES COMMITTEE

SPRINGFIELD — Rideshare companies would be subject to the same care standards as all other transportation companies under new legislation introduced by State Senator Robert Martwick.

“When you get on a bus or a train, or ride in a plane or a taxi, you expect a certain level of professionalism – a certain standard of care,” said Martwick (D-Chicago.) “If something were to happen to you due to negligence on the company’s part, it’s your right to hold that company liable. As it stands, this protection does not apply to rideshare companies, like Uber or Lyft, and it’s time that changes.”

The common carrier doctrine holds transportation companies to the highest standard of care to their passengers. This includes being able to hold the company liable if their employee causes the passenger harm, through intentional means such as assault, or if a driver is intoxicated and causes an accident.

Currently, transportation network companies, like Uber and Lyft, are exempt from the common carrier doctrine. This leaves victims with few means to hold the companies liable for harm caused by their drivers. Between the two largest companies, Uber and Lyft, between 2017 and 2020 there were almost 14,000 reports of sexual assault, with 824 reportedly being rapes. Martwick’s measure would subject such companies to the common carrier doctrine, holding them accountable for the safety of their passengers.

“It doesn’t matter if the company claims they didn’t know their employee would harm their customer, they can’t use their supposed ignorance as a shield,” Martwick said. “They can, and should, be held liable.”

House Bill 2231 passed the Senate Executive Committee on Wednesday. It now goes to the Senate floor for further deliberation.

TRITON TIDBITS

Total Fitness Class Offered This Summer

Are you ready to get fit while having fun and staying safe? Triton College will be offering Total Fitness for credit (PED 106) or noncredit (PED C37) continuing education. The class will be held in Triton’s Fitness Center in the R Building. Refer to the class schedule for multiple dates and times. Tuition is affordable and the class is worth one transferrable college credit hour.

Total Fitness teaches students the safe and effective way to use strength and cardio exercise equipment. The goal of the class is to improve body composition, physiological strength and flexibility. The course can be repeated for a maximum of four accrued credits.

Those registered for PED 106 will have access to the Fitness Center during class as well as designated open swim hours.

This is a simple way for college or high school students to get ahead and build their transferrable college credits!

For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3138 or email juliannemurphy@triton.edu.

Alum Maryna Salkovski is CEO and Founder of Bean Bar

Bean Bar Provides a Coffee Vending Machine Located in the Triton College Library

Maryna Salkovski, Ph.D., a 2014 Triton College graduate, is inspired by entrepreneurship, diligence and coffee.

“I believe in working hard, having fun and meeting a lot of great people along the way!” she expressed.

Salkovski is the founder and CEO of Bean Bar, a coffee vending machine company with a high-end product. Bean Bar serves high quality hot drinks, such as cappuccinos, hot chocolate and lattes, and has a machine that’s open for business in the Triton College Library.

Salkovski, born in Ukraine, immigrated to the United States when she was 6 years old. She grew up in River Grove, attended East Leyden High School and worked in the community at Goody’s Fast Food (located in River Grove). After East Leyden, she was accepted into the Scholar’s Program at Triton College. She knew she wanted to attend Triton which she felt was a “perfect fit from every angle.”

After Salkovski graduated from Triton, she attended Elmhurst College, where she received her bachelor’s degree in chemistry and graduated Summa Cum Laude. She continued her education at the University of Illinois at Chicago studying autophagy and received a doctorate degree in chemistry from The Aldrich Lab.

Salkovski said the idea for Bean Bar came when visiting her husband’s home country of Bulgaria. She explained that in Bulgaria, coffee vending is ubiquitous and believed people back home would enjoy the convenience of a coffee bar while studying or working.

After purchasing a coffee vending machine, Salkovski and her husband took to their lab (aka their kitchen) and spent several months perfecting different coffee recipes to make sure every drink is delicious, healthy and made with the cleanest ingredients. After finetuning the recipes, Salkovski came up with the name Bean Bar and the slogan “We Bean Business”. They are in the process of getting both trademarked.

Salkovski explained that after a lot of emails, Triton College was kind enough to give her the opportunity to install a Bean Bar machine in the Library. The Library has since created a “Library Café” where students can get a cup of coffee from Bean Bar, relax and read a magazine while they take a break from studying.

“We are forever grateful to Triton College,” she said.

In the future, Salkovski wants to expand to other locations, such as schools, businesses and airports. The goal is to grow the business nationwide and create a line of healthy and delicious products people can enjoy at home.

When Salkovski is not growing her business, she likes to dance, socialize, and of course, drink coffee.

Student Showcase Concert

Concert will Feature Triton College’s Music Students

Triton College will host a Student Showcase Concert on Wednesday, May 3, at 7pm, in the R Building (Room R-218). The event is free and an RSVP is not required. The doors for the event will open at 6:30pm

The concert will feature Triton music students who are advised by Triton faculty members Nathalie Colas Grant, James Davis, Dr. David Flippo and Robert Sherman, among others.

“Triton students will be showcasing their talents for everyone,” said Salvatore Siriano, Triton’s lead music instructor.

The concert will consist of all different types of musical styles, such as jazz and classical, with some students performing their own original pieces.

Siriano expressed that students feel a strong sense of accomplishment after performing in front of a large audience.

“The students who are performing consist of both music majors and students who are taking a music class to satisfy their fine arts requirement,” he said. “There are many different types of students who come together, have fun and play music for the Triton community.”

Please visit triton.edu/music.

Alumni Association Hosts Cernan Center Event

Attendees Celebrated Apollo 17 Mission

First Responder Expo

Participants can Explore Careers in Police, Fire or EMT

Triton College will be hosting a First Responder Expo on Wednesday, May 3, from 3-6pm, in the Student Center Cafeteria (B Building). This event is open to the public and registration is not required. There is no charge for this event.

Expo attendees are invited to meet with and explore various agencies, such as local law enforcement and fire departments, as well as Triton College’s Criminal Justice, Fire Science and Emergency Medicine academic programs. Representatives of the various departments will be available to answer any questions.

For more information, email admissions@triton.edu.

The Triton College Alumni Association hosted a sold out event for alumni and community members at the Cernan Earth and Space Center on Wednesday, March 22.

The alumni gathering was a closing reception to the Cernan Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration of Capt. Eugene “Gene” Cernan’s Apollo 17 Mission, according to Tina Lilly, Triton’s Alumni Relations director. The celebration began in November and ended Saturday, April 8.

The Cernan Center has been celebrating this milestone with a moon rock collected during Capt. Cernan’s Apollo 17 NASA Mission in 1972 along with new exhibits.

The event included a star show in the planetarium, as well as a light reception with appetizers and desserts prepared by the Triton culinary students.

To learn more about the Triton College Alumni Association, visit triton.edu/alumni/.

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, May 4, at 7:30pm, in the Performing Arts Center, R Building (Room R-218). The event is free and open to the public. 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 and a variety of pieces.

A mix of students and community members, including a diverse group of ages, will be performing.

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

Car Show Postponed Until Sunday, May 7

Inclement Weather Causes Delay

Triton College’s Car Show will be postponed until Sunday, May 7, 2023, due to the forecast of inclement weather.

The car show will still be located in Triton’s East Campus parking lot, entering at Fifth Avenue and Hemingway Drive, 10am-2pm

Individuals who originally planned on participating in the show will be able to have their car on display May 7.

Those who are still interested in registering their car should visit triton.edu/carshow.

For more information, please contact carshow@triton.edu or (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3485.

Student Juan Cervantes Served as President of Delegation at Model Illinois Government

Triton College student Juan Cervantes of Bensenville has always been interested in politics, so it meant a lot to him to serve as the president of delegation for Model Illinois Government (MIG), from March 2-5 in Springfield.

“It was a great experience,” he explained.

According to George Lam, an Economics instructor who oversees Triton’s MIG chapter, explained that MIG is “an intercollegiate Illinois government simulation.” It provides Illinois students an in-depth look and experience at how the Illinois state government works.

Cervantes along with Triton students Jael Rodriguez (who served as a Senate Democrat) and Grzegorz Kazimierz Libera (who served as a House Republican), participated in MIG. Besides serving as president of delegation, Cervantes oversaw a team of lobbyists throughout of the simulation.

There were over 225 other student delegates that participated in this year’s simulation from multiple Illinois colleges.

Lam noted that the delegates reviewed several legislative Illinois bills to prepare for the simulation. The debates ranged from gun control policies to educational funding to tax changes.

“We had a phenomenal lobbyist team this year,” Cervantes said. “I was really happy with how we performed and now our delegation performed. I learned so much.”

Besides MIG, Cervantes is also involved in Model United Nations (Model UN), Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) and the Accounting Club.

As for his future, Cervantes is graduating with an Associate of Arts in Economics degree in May 2023. He plans on attending either Boston College, the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign or Illinois State University.

Cervantes aspires to enter the world of finance and business and is looking to train his focus on capital markets. He also sees himself pursuing a career in politics in the future.

“I’m open to it,” he said. For more information, please contact georgelam@triton.edu.

THIS MONTH’S CHUCKLE!

YOU GOTTA LAUGH

A minister once performed a wedding ceremony in a car. The pair were too old and frail to get out, so he got on his knees in the front seat and turned to them in the back. After declaring them husband and wife, he told the groom, “At this time, it’s customary to kiss the bride.” The weary groom responded, “Go ahead!”

A drunk walks into a library, goes up to the desk and shouts, “I’ll have a burger, fries and a milkshake.” The librarian says, “Sir, this is a library!” “Sorry,” he whispers. “I’ll have a burger, fries, and a milkshake.”

Congresswoman Visits the Chicagoland Combined Veterans Museum

On April 12, 2023 the Chicagoland Combined Veterans Museum had a very special guest, US Congresswoman Delia Ramirez!

During her short break from her Congressional duties, she made time to visit. Congresswoman Ramirez is on the Veterans Affairs Committee, so while visiting, she also sat down with members of the American Legion post 335 and Veterans of Foreign Wars post 5979.

A few of the topics we discussed were, Veterans Reimbursement for Educational benefits used at non accredited, or defunct schools; making access to VA benefits more user friendly for Veterans and their families; funding more Veteran Service Officers and hiring initiatives and standards; the importance of government partnering with the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars to conduct outreach to Veterans and their families; and the importance of having a thriving Veterans museum to bring the Veterans experiences and exploits to the rest of the community.

At the end of her visit, we presented her a plaque from the Chicagoland Combined Veterans Museum & Library, American Legion post 335 and VFW post 5979 for our appreciation and her interest in veterans affairs, and of course commemorate her visit to the Museum.

The president of the Museum and Commander of American Legion 9th District & American Legion post 335, gave a signed copy of his book, Illinois Military Monuments to the Congresswoman and two staff members.

For questions on Veterans issues or to visit the Chicagoland Combined Veterans Museum contact Lorenzo Fiorentino at lorenzoafiorentino@yahoo.com.

5 Often-Overlooked Veterans’ Benefits

Military veterans who served even decades ago might not be aware of all the benefits available to them today. Some older vets haven’t heard about new or recently modified benefits…and others don’t realize that they’ve even eligible or have sworn off interacting with the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) after being infuriated by its red tape. But the VA is trying to improve, and the benefits can be well worth the trouble for vets and their families. Here is a list of some of the benefits that veterans are entitled to:

Disability compensation – even decades after service. A veteran’s Service Officer (VSO) can help you with this – you can find a nearby VSO at Benefits.VA.gov/vso/index.asp. In addition to monthly disability payments of anywhere from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars, vets might quality for…

» Home Improvements and Structural Alterations (HISA) grants. See Prosthetics.va.gov/psas/HISA2.asp for details.

» Monthly payments for the vet’s surviving spouse and/or dependents.

» Access to the Veterans Affairs Life Insurance (VALife) program. See Benefits.va.gov/insurance/valife.asp for details.

Free Checking Accounts – See VeteransBenefitsBanking.org for a list of institutions that offer them.

– Home loan guarantees that provide belowmarket mortgage rates – Call the VA Home Loan toll-free number, 877-827-3702, or visit Benefits.va.gov/homeloans to learn more.

Need-based pension safety net. Call the VA for further info 800-827-1000.

Fiduciaries for vets who can’t manage their own finances. Call 888-407-0144 to learn more about the VA Fiduciary Program.

To learn more about all these benefits contact the VA directly at 800-827-1000, or pick up a copy of Paul Lawrence’s book entitled “Veterans Benefits for You: Get What You Deserve.” Paul is the former undersecretary for benefits in the Department of Veterans Affairs. His website is PaulRLawrence.com

AROUND TOWN

PHOTOGRAPHER MIKE MIKRUT AT THE PICKWICK CLASSIC FILM SERIES WITH FILM SERIES COORDINATOR MATTHEW C HOFFMAN

RONNIE B ELVIS AT THE DES PLAINES THEATRE WITH PHOTOGRAPHER MIKE MIKRUT

FRANKLIN PARK CELEBRATES FIREFIGHTER’S 17 YEARS OF SERVICE –The Village of Franklin Park on Monday, April 17th, honored Lieutenant Colantuono of the Franklin Park Fire Department on his 17 years of service to the Saint Baldrick's foundation. His hard work and dedication was recognized by friends and village officials. Congratulations and THANK YOU for your service!

IRENE

AS NATIONAL

AMERICAN

ST. FRANCIS BORGIA CONFIRMATION – Students from St. Francis Borgia School in Chicago were joined into the Sacrament of Confirmation on Friday, April 14.

CARDINAL CUPICH VISITS ST FRANCIS BORGIA TAKING PART IN EASTER MASS AT SUNRISE.

FIREFIGHTER/EMT FUNERAL – On Thursday, April 13, the funeral of Chicago Firefighter/EMT, Lt. Jan Michael Tchoryk, was held at Cumberland Chapels in Norridge, with the mass at St. Joseph the Betrothed Ukrainian Catholic Church. Hundreds paid their respects and tribute to Lt. Tchoryk after he lost his life responding to a fire call. May he rest in peace.

BLESSING OF THE EASTER BASKETS AT ST. GERTRUDE CHURCH IN FRANKLIN PARK

BREAKFAST WITH THE EASTER BUNNY AND EGG HUNT AT NORTH PARK IN FRANKLIN PARK

EARTH DAY AT NORTH PARK IN FRANKLIN PARK TODD AND THE TEN PINS PERFORMING AT TONY D’S IN ELMWOOD PARK

DELGIUDICE REELECTED

DIRECTOR OF THE POLISH

CONGRESSILLINOIS DIVISION. As National Director, she will continue to fight for Polish Americans.

Try for a Consistent Sleep Schedule

11 Minutes of Activity to Lower Disease Risk

Pick-up Your Greens at Castle Verde

BY BARBARA PILTAVER

A variable sleep schedule hiked the risk of calcium deposits in heart arteries by up to 43 percent, a study of older adults found. (Those deposits can be a sign of plaque buildup.) Why? It may interfere with blood sugar absorption and keep our “fight or flight” system on alert, raising pressure in arteries, the researchers said.

SOURCE: JOURNAL OF THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION, FEB. 15, 2023.

More Reasons to Have Regular Eye Exams

Twenty-eight percent of older adults in a recent study reported that they had vision problems even while wearing their eye-glasses or contact lenses. Using national health survey data from those 3,026 people, researchers found that 10 percent had trouble with distance vision and/or seeing contrasts, and 22 percent had trouble with close-up vision. Adults ages 65 and older should have a complete eye exam yearly or every other year, says the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

Just 11 daily minutes of moderate physical activity can lower the risk of heart disease, stroke, and cancer. That comes out to 75 minutes per week, enough to reduce the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by 17% and cancer by 7%. “Moderate activity doesn’t have to involve what we normally think of exercise, such as sports or running,” said Dr. Leandro Garcia from Queen’s University Belfast. “Sometimes, replacing some habits is all that is needed. For example, try to walk or cycle to your work or study place instead of using a car, or engage in active play with your kids or grandkids. Doing activities that you enjoy and that are easy to include in your weekly routine is an excellent way to become more active.”

More and more people are getting into healthy eating and plant-based foods. If you or someone you know would like to try adding delicious “greens” to your meals, meet Castle Verde.

I had the pleasure of speaking with the owner, Henry Baez, who was more than happy to show me around his shop and tell me his story.

Originally, he wanted to get into the cannabis business, but the $25,000 non-refundable application fee, million-dollar cash up front, and $100,000 fees for the first three years was a bit too pricey for his liking.

But that didn’t stop him from trying his hand at growing, so he bought some seeds and started cultivating in his home. He’d get up early in the morning, even on weekends to watch his crops grow. He found that he loved it and was originally going to purchase a plot of land to farm on. While doing his research on finding the fastest growing crop, he came upon micro-greens.

Henry decided that a micro-green store was the way to go. He worked out of his home for a couple of years, and tried opening up in other towns, but got frustrated with the red tape and non-business thinking they had. However, he happened to drive past his current location and saw what looked to him like a “haunted house” which was for lease. Henry contacted the owner and he was happy to work with him.

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I asked him how he came up with the name Castle Verde and he said it’s kind of a play on words. He wanted to originally call it Green Castle, but that name was already taken. Henry said that most people know what “Verde” means (green) so Castle Verde it was – Castle Green. They are Chicagoland’s first urban vertical farm.

Along with growing his greens, Henry would like to establish a farmers’ market on the property. He’d like to offer local farmers, even homeowners who have their own gardens, the opportunity to sell their harvest at his store, for free. He doesn’t want to charge them any fee, he just wants the foot traffic for his business.

He’s also looking to sell to restaurants in the area. The Great Escape in Schiller Park is a customer, with more places inquiring.

has “locked in” and that most of the greens can be harvested within 10-14 days from planting. He had five different crops of greens, which looked fresh and inviting to try, which I was able to do and they were all delicious. Broccoli, sunflower, radish – yum!

His greens are $2 an ounce and a container costs approximately $10-15, which for fresh, organic, produce is very reasonable. They will last in the frig for about ten days. He suggests using them in salads, on sandwiches; he finely chops them up, adds some cheese and croutons, some dressing and eats it up.

“Plants are amazing and literally these are vitamins”, said Henry. As they say, you are what you eat and this is one way to help get and keep you healthy. He continued, “If you eat better, you feel better. Since I’ve been eating my greens, my blood pressure has gone down and my doctor has been able to take me off some of my meds.”

On a personal note, Henry is single, an Army veteran, and has a 21-year-old son. He’s an engineer by trade but would like to make vertical urban farming his full-time job; he enjoys it that much. “People come into the store and they are so excited”, Henry said, “That is very satisfying.” He’s tied to success and wants to die a rich man, which I’m sure he’ll accomplish.

Henry sent me off with a container of his greens, and I enjoyed them thoroughly when I got home. It’s amazing how eating fresh can make such a difference in your health and life.

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Henry gave me a tour of his store, which is basically racks of seeds growing. He told me that the growing process is very timely, which he

If you’d like to visit Castle Verde, they are located at 7800 Irving Park Road, Norridge. See more on their website at castle-verde.com, and be sure to tell Henry, People & Places sent you!

Where Have All The ExIllinoisans Gone?

BY THE POLICY SHOP – INSIGHT FROM THE ILLINOIS POLICY INSTITUTE – BY BRYCE HILL, DIRECTOR OF FISCAL AND ECONOMIC RESEARCH

We all know someone who’s left Illinois … or talks about it. What’s shocking is how deep the negative outlook on the state of Illinois runs. New polling shows 51% of Illinoisans want to leave, with high taxes as the No. 1 reason.

These aren’t empty threats. Census data show Illinois’ population declined by a record 104,437 residents from July 2021-July 2022, driven entirely by people leaving Illinois for other states. Illinois’ population declined for the ninth consecutive year in 2022. That same new data shows just 41% of Illinoisans polled said they’d stay in Illinois.

Something’s gotta give if we want to fix Illinois’ people problem.

The breakdown. When asked to give an open-ended answer on why they would leave, 36% of the people who said they’d move if given the opportunity cited high taxes as the reason, followed by 17% who cited crime and public safety, and 12% who cited the cost of living. Just 10% cited weather, so the sometimes-dreary Midwestern weather isn’t to blame. Traditionally, the major reasons Illinoisans are choosing to

leave the state have been for better housing and employment opportunities, both of which have been made worse by poor public policy in Illinois.

By a 10-point margin, Illinois voters want to leave the state.

The top five states that drew new residents each had total effective tax rates of 9.9% or lower. Illinois state and local governments took 12.9% of all the money made during 2022 in the state as taxes.

The breakdown of the breakdown. Desire to leave Illinois varies across demographics.

– Location: Most people who would leave live outside of Chicago: 57% of non-Chicagoans would leave. Only 30% of Chicagoans would leave.

– Age: Illinoisans ages 40-49 are the likeliest to want to leave

Income: Across incomes, more people said they’d leave Illinois than stay, with the only exception being people from households earning $50,000-$74,000 per year. Those earning $75,000 to $99,000 want to leave the state at a 2-1 ratio.

All age groups but those over 65 prefer leaving on net.

Illinois voters are often divided, but those making more generally lean towards leaving the most.

The consequences. Illinoisans’ lack of confidence in their home state is incredibly concerning, and it’s a trend state leaders need to take seriously. When the largest group of folks saying they want to leave is made up of prime, working-age adults, that’s bad for our workforce and our economy. This should be a wake-up call to the state’s leaders, who refuse to adopt policies that would make it easier for residents to stay in Illinois. Reforms that would ease Illinoisans’ tax burden or reduce arduous business regulations are needed to make the state more affordable and stop the departures.

See the entire article with graphs at illinoispolicy.org/policy-shop/

Words of Comfort

BY FATHER ROBERT SCHULTZ

We all know that the holidays can be a hard time for people who have lost loved ones. And while Christmas might be one of the most difficult times for people in this situation, it is certainly not the only difficult holiday for those who grieve. Another one of those holidays, which we celebrate in this month of May, is Mother’s Day.

Every year on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day weekends, we do something at my parish Masses that many other Catholic parishes do – we offer a special blessing for mothers and fathers, respectively. I’m always happy to offer this blessing for the mothers and fathers in our pews, but at the same time, I’m very much aware that there are people out there who are grieving the loss of their mothers, fathers, daughters, or sons, and so these two holidays are difficult for them. This year on Mother’s Day, I join that club.

While I am so very fortunate to have my mother here with us, my older sister Jackie passed away last year. She was the fiercely proud mother of three young men. It will be very difficult for our family this year, as this is our first Mother’s Day without her. In addition, what would’ve been her 53rd birthday falls two days before Mother’s Day this year, and this is her first birthday that she won’t be with us. So, it’s kind of like a double whammy.

I thank the Lord that my family and I have faith in God and in the resurrection of His Son Jesus Christ. Don’t get me wrong – that does not mean that this loss hasn’t been difficult for us, or that we do not grieve. That could not be further from the truth. But as difficult as it has been, I cannot imagine how we would be coping if we did not have faith.

You see, my faith in God is what gives me hope and strength, and those virtues come to me through things like the sacraments of the Church and the Word of God. But another place where I find hope and strength is through the words of the saints. The saints are the brave men and women throughout history who faithfully carried their crosses in life, and they were able to do that precisely because they were so united to Jesus, as Jesus is the one who carried for us the cross that bore the weight of the world’s sins.

So, as my family and I look for comfort in this month of May, I would like to offer some words of comfort to you from various saints of the Catholic Church. And whether your parents are here with us, or have gone on to eternal life, I pray that your memories of them will also bring you some peace on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day.

Here, then, is what some of the many saints have to say about life on earth and eternal life:

St. Gregory of Nyssa: “How can you admire the heavens when you see that you are more permanent than they? For the heavens pass away, but you will abide for all eternity with Him forever.”

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque: “Cling to God and leave all the rest to Him. He will not let you perish. Your soul is very dear to Him. He wishes to save it.”

St. Charles de Foucauld: “Crosses release us from this world, and by doing so, bind us to God.”

St. Joan of Arc: “Go forward bravely. Fear nothing. Trust in God; all will be well.”

St. John Paul II: “There is no cross to bear that Christ has not already borne for us and does not now bear with us.”

St. Teresa of Avila: “Let nothing disturb you, nothing frighten you; all things are passing; God never changes.”

St. Thomas More: “Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.”

St. Gertude the Great: “Jesus told me, ‘My heaven would not be complete without you.’”

The views and opinions expressed in this newspaper are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of any entities they represent or of People and Places Newspaper, it’s staff or it’s affiliates.

Rebel; Repent; Rejoice

BY JAMES DEROSE

It is the most beloved and most misunderstood story in The Bible. Everyone,including Preachers must read over and over what Jesus was driving at in the Parable of the Prodigal Son (Luke 15:11).Art Museums,operas,contemporary language,and even Shakespeare have borrowed heavily from this profound message of Our Lord. It was the most extensive of three consecutive stories;1)The Lost Sheep; 2)The Lost Coin;and 3)The Lost Son(Luke 15)

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

I recently read a blog post about things that make women of a certain age look older, hhhmmppppfff.

I will agree that shoulder pads are best left in the past - no lady wants to look like a linebacker in selfies. However, big hair and jewelry are here to stay. My big hair and big behind are here for the long haul.

A friend once told me if you think you’re a big girl, then big jewelry is the way to go. Go big or go home is not just in Texas.

At our age, just getting our hair volumized with the help of some hefty mousse, or the newest Rodan and Fields volumize hair line is a major accomplishment.

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Our Lord was on a mission to “save the lost”(Luke 19:10).Look at the opening verse,”Now the publicans(tax collectors) and SINNERS were gathering around to hear Jesus,”(Luke 15:1).Moody Bible Pastor Warren Wiersbe cited,”Amazing how Jesus attracted the low-life’s,yet the religious leaders,the Pharisees repelled them!”

The Parable of the Lost Sheep entails a shepherd caring for 100 sheep who passionately searches for one which is lost (Luke 15:4). His elation in finding this ONE sheep is cause for a celebration with friends and neighbors. Likewise, The Parable of the Lost Coin,(Luke 15:8) which involves our modern day version of a wedding ring. In Jewish tradition,the bridegroom presents his engaged wife with a headband containing ten silver or gold coins. To lose one of these coins was considered a calamity!.Relentlessly the woman searches her house. Finding the coin,she celebrates with family and friends (Luke 15:9):

The Parable of the Lost Son is the most extensive of these three stories. The word ‘prodigal’ means wasteful. A man had two sons of whom an inheritance would be divided upon his death (Luke 15:12).

Impatiently,the younger son DEMANDS, not asks for his share of the property. It’s off to a far country to party and care about nothing. This revelry comes to an abrupt end as Our Lord presents the integral part of the passage“severe famine”(Luke 15:14).Famines have been prevalent in Middle Eastern countries and they are not a pretty site. The young man winds up working in a pigsty after losing his inheritance. The young man admits his mistakes,returns home,and begs for his Fathers forgiveness (Luke 15:23)

Note that his Father not only ran to greet his son from afar; he never permitted him to finish his confession! He forgave his son and immediately ordered a celebration to the chagrin of the older brother(Luke 15:28).Pastor Allistair Begg,Truth For Life Ministries proclaims,”When His wayward children return to Him,Our God welcomes each one in joyful celebration.”

Don’t stand outside! Come in and enjoy the Feast!

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The same blog, apparently written by a fiveyear old, went on to demoralize over tweezed brows. That’s what Maybelline brow pencils are for, young lady - get with the program, girlfriend. Big hair, big jewelry, big style.

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Child of Heart Message

BY NANCY NUGENT

While I reflected on message (#446), “In the Long Holy Saturday,” from the book “To the Priests Our Lady’s Beloved Sons,” the Blessed Mother and Jesus wanted me to share this personal message. “My beloved children, think about the number of this message in terms of events from the Stations of the Cross. The two 4’s represent me and my sorrows as I stood and observed the sufferings of my Son as He carried the cross on His way to death. The number 6 is for beloved St. Veronica. She met my Son, Jesus, at the beginning of His Passion and Crucifixion and wiped the blood from His eyes-just like our chosen ones do. Beloved children, think of Jesus and me on Holy Saturday--Jesus, lifeless, in a new place called Sepulcher. My children, this is a day for you to rest and think about me and my sorrows and my Son, Jesus-as the Scriptures say, who died for your sins. That is why, my children, you must be in intense prayer this Holy Saturday night. To keep watch with me in confidence and hope. And because with prayer, we can destroy the evil one and the sins of this world. But children, do not worry; as it is written, in 3 days, Jesus will gloriously rise on His Resurrection Day from all pain. My beloved children, live with me in Love and Hope and pray that Jesus will someday be in the clouds of heaven to restore His glory and make all things new. Thank you for responding to my call.”

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“Grease” is the Word

BY ANNA HESSEL

Drury Lane’s stellar production of “Grease” is a high energy, extremely fun musical extravaganza; as always, this fabulous theater pulls out all the stops.

The costumes and sets are extraordinaryI really felt as if I was at the Burger Palace in 1959. Adept director Paul Stancato sets this version of the classical musical in Chicago, giving it a hometown twist, going back to the play’s roots. Writer Jim Jacobs, along with his scripting partner Warren Casey, actually wrote this favored musical about his time at Taft High school during 1954 to 1959.

The entire cast is brilliant; the rambunctious and rowdy Pink Ladies give incredible performances.

Betty Rizzo is played to perfection by Alina Taber - she gives the character layers of acuity and is a pleasure to watch. In the role of Jan is

the perky and pretty Elizabeth Stenholt, one of my favorite Chicago ingenues.

Frenchie as portrayed by Ciara Stroud, is both upbeat and bubbly, animated and jaunty. Marty is brought to life by the lovely Anna Louise Bramlett; her brilliant characterization is spot on and not stereotypical.

The Burger Palace Boys are a talented bunch, as well, each of them unique and outstanding. Billy Rude is by far the best on stage Kenickie that I have ever seen. Even when the character of Kenickie is silent, he speaks volumes; Mr. Rude has his role perfected, giving his character depth and realism - a flawless performance.

Jordan Arredondo, Ben Dow, and Nik Kmiecik each give notable performances as Sonny, Doody, and Roger respectively. Mr. Dow’s rendition of "Magic Changes" is magnificent, and Mr. Kmiecik’s "Mooning" is simply uproarious.

Danny Zuko (Jake DiMaggio Lopez) is absolutely incredible, not falling into a John Travolta characterization; Jake’s Zuko is fresh and memorable.

The beautiful Emily Schultheis is the best on-stage Sandy that I have had the pleasure of

watching. Her version of "Hopelessly Devoted to You" has Olivia Newton-John smiling down from heaven.

Emily Scinto does an eminent job as the feisty Cha-Cha DiGregorio, as does the hilarious Kyra Leigh in the role of the strident Miss Lynch.

The Teen Angel segment is a showstopper with the effervescent Evan Tyrone Martin as the celestial being himself. It's easy to mimic the very talented Frankie Avalon when playing this part, but Mr. Martin avoids this, making the role his own.

Notable performances, also, from Victor Wallace’s depiction of Vince Fontaine, August Forman interpretation of Eugene, and Olivia Belfie as Patty Simcox.

The musical numbers are exemplary, with "Greased Lightning" stealing the show - the car staging is innovative and inimitable.

This production takes us back to a simpler time, a balm for the soul in our troubled world; I love the fact the Burger Palace Boys allowed vulnerability to show through - after all, these are high schoolers in an era much different from today. In our current times, gang activity means assault rifles, not baseball bats.

I have always enjoyed the fact that “Grease” has a happy ending, where “Magic Changes” bring maturity, peaceful resolution, and some good old-fashioned fun.

“Grease” celebrates the rebel in us all, so go together to enjoy this exquisite and lively theatrical work. But class is in session only until June 4th, so don’t dawdle, but go to drurylanetheatre.com for tickets or more information.

“The Porch on Windy Hill” Blows You Away

BY WES HESSEL

Northlight Theatre is known for its engaging productions with much to say - “The Porch on Windy Hill” is one of the best I’ve seen there, and that is saying a lot.

The premise starts seemingly simple - a couple escapes the confines of their Brooklyn apartment in the later days of COVID with a road trip into the South, on their way to Atlanta. Beckett is using the pilgrimage to get research for his doctoral thesis on American folk music, while Mira is along for the ride, herself interested in down-home tunes, though she is a classically trained violinist.

But in North Carolina, a spur-of-the-moment detour to a hootenanny, as Beckett refers to it, leads to a chance meeting with Edgar (or was it, really?) Edgar’s connection to Mira is revealed, and the action shifts to the main setting of the play, the aforementioned porch.

Between rousing renditions of great bluegrass and the like, all of which are lovingly and wonderfully performed by the trio of three actors, a heretofore unknown history (at least for Beckett) comes to light in a build most credible and gripping.

Comedy is also used most effectively, as well, delivered with deft touches and sharp wit. The three players, as well as the director, collaborated to write the script, and their thorough investment shows.

As the hub of the work, Lisa Helmi Johanson’s Mira is complex, guarded but open, if and when she wants to be. Her violin work, whether classical or just fiddling around, is as striking as her stage presence and acting chops.

Morgan Morse brings a Beckett whose has an overflowing, almost child-like (and occasionally, childish) love of the sounds that waves of immigrants, as well as those already here (as he rightly points out), combined to embroider into the tapestry of American music. Mr. Morse’s portrayal is absorbingly delightful, even when his character is trying to move things along faster than Mira may be ready for.

The anchor of the play is Edgar, who is in the home he has always been, and his hold on the turf emotionally can make that anchor a drag against progress, but he isn’t without redeeming qualities, several of which are revealed along the way. David Lutken gives us a man whose been to the hell of Viet Nam and back, as well as that of family strife, yet has made some strides forward, some of which he hasn’t gotten credit for.

As he unveils the layers of Edgar’s onion, Mr. Lutken realistically and thoughtfully shows us a man who isn’t a stereotype at all, though some elements of his personality may look that way.

The songs, though sometime in fits or spurts as the action calls for, are as much a star as the humans standing on the stage - all three performing it can play and then some. One would want to hear it all again, which in addition to seeing another performance (a particularly good idea for a masterpiece such as this), can be done by the cast album recording, for which the purchase info is in the program, something I will likely be doing myself.

Sherry Lutken’s direction weaves, in “a new play with old music”, much as the fabric of tones it speaks about - something that is glorious, a growing living thing, though not without the “imperfections” of the human input that make the sounds and give them character.

All this comes together to make beautiful music. This shindig at “The Porch on Windy Hill” is only happening through May 14th, so for tickets or more information, please hurry to northlight.org.

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Thursday, May 25, 5-8pm

Chandlers Chophouse (Schaumburg Golf Course) 401 N. Roselle Rd, Schaumburg

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Your donation of $40 ($45 at the door) includes a delicious buffet and two (2) drink tickets. Reserve your tickets by mail today. Send your check to The Buddy Foundation, 65 W. Seegers Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, or call (847) 290-5806. Tickets will be returned by mail.

If you cannot attend this event please show your support for Buddy by sending in a ticket donation or contributing a raffle/auction prize. The Buddy Foundation is an all-volunteer not-for-profit organization dedicated to the rescue of stray, abused and abandoned animals.

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River Grove Library

8638 W. Grand Ave, River Grove 708-453-4484, rivergrovelibrary.org

• TEEN ADVISORY BOARD INFORMATION

- Monday, May 1, 6pm – 7pm. Attention teens: Interested in having a say in programs and services that the library offers? Looking for an opportunity to volunteer in you community? Just want a place to hang out and chat outside of school once a month or so? Consider joining the Library’s brand-new Teen Advisory Board (TAB)! This meeting will serve as an introduction. Applications can be picked up and turned in and questions and suggestions can be shared.

• GRAB & GO CRAFT: MOTHER’S DAY

CRAFT! - Wednesday, May 3, Ages 9 & under. Registration required.

• TEEN GRAB & GO: MOTHER’S DAY

WINDCHIMES - Saturday, May 6, Pick up your kit to create a set of windchimes for Mother’s Day! Kits are limited. Registration required.

• HISTORY COMES ALIVE: WALLIS

SIMPSON - Tuesday, May 9, 6pm – 7pm. Watch as Lyyn Rymarz takes you back in time to hear the important stories of women across history and the world

• BOARD MEETING - Wednesday, May 10, 6:30pm – 7:30pm

• ADULT GRAB & GO: HERB GARDENMonday, May 15, Kits are limited. Registration required.

• PERLER BEAD CRAFT DAY - Saturday, May 20, 1pm – 3pm. Registration required.

MICROSOFT EXCEL LIVE DEMONSTRATION - Saturday, May 27, 1pm –2:30pm. Registration required.

Schiller Park Library

4200 Old River Rd. 847-678-0433, schillerparklibrary.org

• MAY STORYWALK® - May 2, 4pm - Join us for a walk around the library for the launch of our May 2023 Storywalk®. All ages.

• LOTERIA AT THE LIBRARY - May 16, 4pm - Open to all ages. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

• FAMILY BINGO - 05/18 at 4pm - Open to all ages. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

• MOVIE AFTERNOON - May 20, 1pm - All ages.

• SCHILLER PARK YOUNG AUTHORS PROJECT - Ongoing - Children.

SPRING GRAB AND GO CRAFT KITS:Ongoing - Ages 2-12. One per participant. While supplies last.

TOT STAY & PLAY - May 8, 10:30am-Open to ages 1-4 (with a caregiver).

• LEGO CLUB - May 9, 4pm - Open to ages 3-12. Limited to 20 participants. Registration required.

EASY CORN CASSEROLE

This famous, easy to make Jiffy Corn Casserole has been a favorite side dish for generations and for good reason - it's so darn good and a cinch to make! The perfect side for so many meals and a classic go-to for the holidays.

PREP TIME: 5 MINUTES

COOK TIME: 40 MINUTES

SERVINGS: 6 - 8

1 box (8.5 oz) Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix (or 1 box Jiffy Vegetarian Corn Muffin Mix)

2 large eggs

1/2 cup butter, melted

1 cup sour cream

1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn, drained

1 can (14.75 oz) cream style corn

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. Spray an 8×8 baking pan (or 1 1/2 quart baking pan) with non-stick cooking spray.

3. In a small bowl, beat eggs and set aside.

4. In a large bowl add sour cream and melted butter, mix until well blended.

5. Next, add the corn (cream corn and whole corn - be sure to drain the whole kernel corn), mix well, then add the eggs and mix well.

6. Last, add the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix and blend until thoroughly mixed.

7. Pour batter in prepared baking dish. Bake uncovered on middle rack of oven for 40-45 minutes.

8. The casserole is ready when the center is set and top starts to turn a light golden brown.

*Adjust baking times according to your oven. Some ovens run hot.

9. Allow to cool for 10 minutes. Serve warm.

TIPS

Like cheese? Add a 1/2 cup of cheddar or sharp cheddar cheese.

• For easy, smooth mixing, allow sour cream and eggs to get to room temperature.

• You can use margarine or unsalted butter.

• If you would like to double the recipe, use a 9x13 baking dish. Bake at the same temperature, it may take a little longer.

Store leftovers in fridge. Consume within 3-4 days.

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• TANGRAM TALES - May 22, 10:30am-Open to ages 3-5. Limited seating. Registration required.

POLISH STORYTIME - May 23, 4pm - Open to ages 2-12. Limited seating. Registration required.

CHILDREN’S WORLD STORYTIME - May 30, 4pm - Open to ages 2-12. Limited seating. Registration required.

TEEN WII BOWLING - May 25, 4pm - Open to ages 12-17. Limited seating. Registration required.

• TECHNOLOGY HELP - Ongoing - Sign up for a one-on-one 30-minute tech help appointment. Bring your device, cords, and passwords to this help session. Adults. Visit schillerparklibrary.org to reserve your spot today.

SOCIAL MEDIA BASICS - May 13, 10amOpen to ages 18+. Limited Seating. Registration required.

• MONDAY MOVIE MATINEE - May 15, 11am18+. No registration required.

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• PREVENTING MEDICARE FRAUD - May 4, 1pm - Ages 62+. Limited seating. Registration is suggested but not required: Call 847-678-0433

• WII BOWLING FOR SENIORS - May 11, 1pmAges 62+. Limited seating. Registration required. TEACUP FLORAL ARRANGEMENT05/11 6-7pm - Open to ages 18+. Limited to 20 Participants. Registration Required. Cost is $15.00. Payment due at time of registration.

ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT: DRAWING COMICS WITH JARRETT J. KROSOCZKA ONLINE VIA ZOOM)! - May 6, 10am-Join us for a virtual presentation. Register for this online event through Zoom at schillerparklibrary.org.

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• MONDAY NITE MOVIE - May 1, 5-6:30pm“Sing 2” (PG). All ages are welcome.

• TINKER TOTS - May 2 & 16, 11am-12pm - Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

• TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS - May 2, 6-7pmGrades Preschool-5.

• LIBRARY QUILT & SEW CLUB - May 3, 10am-12pm BON APPETIT - May 3, 5-6pm - Grades 3-6.

• FAMILY TRIVIA NIGHT - May 3, 6:30-7:30pm - All ages.

• R2D2 LUMINARIES CRAFT - May 4, 5-6pmFor teens & adults.

• SCALES-N-Tales Storytime - May 5, 12, 19, 26, 11-11:30am-Ages 0-5 with caregiver.

• GAME ON+ - May 5 & 19, 4:30-6pm - Grades 6-12.

ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT: DRAWING COMICS WITH JARRETT J. KROSOCZKAMay 6, 10-11am-Celebrate Free Comic Book Day during a virtual drawing workshop with New York Times bestselling author and illustrator Jarrett J. Krosoczka! This is a virtual program and will be offered via Zoom.

• CHAIR YOGA - May 8 & 22, 3-4pmRegistration is required.

LET’S PAINT! - May 8, 5-6pm - Grades 2 & up.

• ASL TOTS - May 9 & 23, 11am-12pm - Ages 0-4 with caregiver.

• TECH TUESDAYS: INTRO TO OFFICE - May 9, 2-3:30pm

• SPANISH CLUB - May 9, 5-6pm - Grades K-5.

PJ STORYTIME - May 9, 6-6:30pm - Ages 0-5 w/ caregiver.

CRAFTER’S CORNER - May 11, 5-6pm - All ages.

• ANIME CLUB - May 12, 4:30-5:45pm - Grades 6-12.

KNIT & CROCHET GROUP - May 13 & 27, 1-3pm

• PAINT-N-Sip - May 13, 1:30-3:30pm - For teens & adults. Limit 20. Registration is required.

• PERLER BEAD IT! - May 15, 4-5pm - Grades 3-12.

• CHESS CLUB - May 15, 4:30-5:30pm

TEEN CUISINE - May 16, 4-5:30pm - Grades 6-12.

• TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS - May 17, 6-7pmGrades Preschool-5.

• POPULAR PAGE TURNERS BOOK CLUBMay 17, 7-8pm - Registration is required.

• ILLINOIS LIBRARIES PRESENT: ON BEING FABULOUS WITH JONATHAN VAN NESS AND KRISTI YAMAGUCHI - May 17, 7-8pm

- Join a fabulous online conversation between “Queer Eye” star Jonathan Van Ness and Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi.

• TEEN TECH: PROGRAMMING IN PYTHON++ - May 18, 4-5:30pm - Grades 6-12.

• FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY MEETING - May 20, 10:30-11:30am

• MONDAY NITE MOVIE - May 22, 5-6:30pm“Minions: The Rise of Gru” (PG). All ages. SKETCHY SKOOL - May 23, 5-6pm - Grades 2+

• TECH TUESDAYS: INTRO TO IPHONE AND IPAD - May 23, 6-7:30pm - Bringing your own device is encouraged.

• ASL CLUB - May 24, 4:30-5:30pm - All ages.

• TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS - May 24, 5:30-7pmGrades Preschool-5.

• MAGNETIC MEMO BOARD CRAFT - May 24, 7-8pm - Adults only. Limit 20. Registration required.

• FRIDAY FLICKS - May 26, 1-2:50pm - “The Banshees of Inisherin” (R).

BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME SEMINAR - May 27, 10:30am-12pm - Homeownership provides your own safe haven, and also is one of the main drivers of generational wealth. Join Jamie Olesen and Michelle Aponte Boksa of Keller Williams Realty to learn why buying your first home could be the right choice for you and how to start your journey.

• LIBRARY CLOSED - May 29

DOODLE GAMES - May 30, 4-5pm - Grades 6-12.

• YA BOOK CLUB - May 31, 4-5pm - Ages 13-18.

Northlake Public Library

231 N. Wolf Rd. 708-562-2301, northlakelibrary.org

• MINI COMIC- Con - Saturday, May 6, 1-3pm., All ages.

POWERPOINT 101 - Wednesday, May 3, 7pm, Register online or by calling us at 708-562-2301 x5.

MEDITATION & MINDFULNESS - Thursday, May 11, 1pm,

• SEWING CIRCLE - Tuesday, May 16, 7pm, Register online or by calling 708-562-2301 x5.

• SOCIAL SECURITY: MAXIMIZING YOUR BENEFITS - Tuesday, May 23, 7pm, Register online or by calling 708-562-2301 x5.

• WALK AND TALK TUESDAYS FOR SENIORS - Tuesdays in May, 2-3pm, Register online or by calling 708-562-2301 x5.

• CLASES DE CONVERSACIÓN - Los martes de Mayo, 7pm,

• TODO SOBRE EL TEQUILA - Lunes, 1 de Mayo, 7pm , Regístrate en línea o llamando al 708-562-2301 x5.

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• HELADOS EN CASA - Lunes, 15 de Mayo, 7pm, Regístrate en línea o llamando al 708-562-2301 x5.

• MAY THE 4TH PIÑATAS - Thursday, May 4, 6pm, Teens

• PIPED CACTI CUPCAKES - Thursday, May 11, 6pm, Teens

MUSHROOM JARS - Thursday, May 18, 6pm, Teens

GRADUATION CAP DECORATINGSaturday, May 20, 6pm, Open to graduating high school seniors. Caps will be provided.

• SNACKS AND STUDYING - May 20 - May 21, 1pm and May 22 - May 25, 3pm, Teens

• GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - Tuesdays, May 2, 6-6:30pm, Ages 7-9. Register by calling 708-562-2301 x6.

• LIBRARY OLYMPIC GAMES - Saturday, May 20, 2-3pm , Ages 9-13. Register by calling 708-562-2301 x6.

Eisenhower Public Library District

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

• FACEBOOK MOVIE: A STRANGER IN TOWN - May 1, 7pm All Ages.

HOLLYWOOD CLASSICS WITH JOHN STANGELAND: NETWORK - May 1, 1pm

Adults. Registration Required

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION: COUNTERFEIT - May 2, 2pm Adults.

Registration Required

U MAKE: ACRYLIC WATERFALL PAINTING - May 3, 6pm Kids. Ages 4-12 (under 7 with an Adult) Registration required.

• ZOOM BOOK DISCUSSION: COUNTERFEIT - May 3, 2pm Adults. Registration Required

• WILLS AND TRUSTS - May 4, 7pm Adults.

Registration Required

• GARDEN CLUB: PRUNING DEMYSTIFIED - be a Barber, not a Butcher - May 4, 6pm.

Registration Required

• DRAWING WITH SHAPES - May 6, 10am Kids. Kids ages 4-8 with an Adult. Virtual Program. Registration Required.

• FREE COMIC BOOK DAY - May 6, 12pm All Ages.

DRAWING COMICS WITH JARRETT J. KROSOCZKA - May 6, 10am Adults. Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, Jarrett J. Krosoczka! Registration Required

• INTERNATIONAL FINGERSTYLE GUITAR CHAMPION JACK WILSON - May 7, 12pm All Ages. Registration Required

U MAKE: PAPER MUSHROOM PATCH - May 8, 6pm Kids. Ages 6-12 (under 10 with an Adult)

Registration required.

FACEBOOK MOVIE: ATOMIC RULERS - May 8, 7pm All Ages.

• LITERARY ARTS: ESL CONVERSATION

FOR TEENS AGE 13-18 - May 9, 3:30pm Teens. For Teens aged 13-18. Registration Required

• MANAGE YOUR BUDGET - May 9, 6:30pm Adults. Registration Required

• ENGLISH CONVERSATION HOUR - May 11, 7pm Adults.

• AUTHOR CANDACE FLEMING AND ILLUSTRATOR ERIC ROHMANN - May 13, 2pm All Ages. Meet children’s author Candace Fleming and illustrator Eric Rohmann. Registration Required

• PEN AND INK WRITERS GROUP - May 15, 7pm Adults.

• FACEBOOK MOVIE: ESCAPE FROM SOBIBOR - May 15, 7pm All Ages.

• POETRY IN THE GARDEN - May 16, 2pm Adults. Registration Required

• PETRA SINGS THE GOLDEN AGE OF BROADWAY - May 16, 7pm Adults. Registration Required

• ON BEING FABULOUS WITH JONATHAN VAN NESS & KRISTI YAMAGUCHI - May 17, 7pm Adults. Queer Eye star and ice skating superfan, Jonathan Van Ness talks with his idol, Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi.

Registration Required

• ADAPTIVE HOUR & CRAFT - May 21, 12pm Kids. Families with children 12 and under.

Registration Required

• 1973 FILM SERIES: THE WAY WE WEREMay 22, 2pm Adults. Registration Required

• COZY MONDAY NIGHT MOVIE - May 22, 6pm Kids. Ages 12 & under with an Adult.

Registration required.

• FACEBOOK MOVIE: NON-Stop New YorkMay 22, 7pm All Ages.

ALINE MACMAHON AND THE HOLLYWOOD BLACKLIST - May 23, 6pm Adults. Registration Required

COZY MYSTERY BOOK CLUB: HUMMUS AND HOMICIDE - May 23, 7pm Adults.

Registration Required

• LET THERE BE DRUMS! FILM SCREENINGMay 24, 7pm All Ages. Registration Required

• KIDS WRITE AWAY - May 25, 4pm Kids. Registration required. Grades 4-6. In person program.

• GARDEN CLUB- Landscaping with Anne Roberts - May 25, 6pm Adults. Registration Required

• TOTS & PREK FUN DAY - Dinosaur DigMay 26, 10am Kids. Ages 2-5 with an Adult. Registration required.

• LET’S PLAY!: WHERE IN THE LIBRARY IS IVES VON HOWLER? - May 27, 10am Kids. Grades 3-6. Registration Required.

• FACEBOOK MOVIE: I WAKE UP SCREAMING - May 29, 7pm All Ages.

CAMP FIRE TALES CLUB: JONATHAN LIVINGSTON SEAGULL - May 31, 6:30pm Adults. Registration Required CLOSED FOR MEMORIAL DAY - , All Ages. Closed for Memorial Day

• FACEBOOK BOOK CLUB: BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS - Adults.

• CROCHET ALONG: PATRIOTIC THROWMay 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, 3pm Adults. Registration Required

• ANONYMOUS TEEN WRITERS - May 4, 11, 18, & 2May 2023, 4pm Teens. Writers in grades 7-12

• OPEN WORKSHOP - May 4, 11, 18, & 2May 2023, 1pm Teens. Learn something new with us!

• BRING YOUR OWN BOOK CLUB - May 5 & 19, 3:30pm Adults.

OPEN WORKSHOP - May 6, 13, 20, & 27, 9am Teens. Learn something new with us!

INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER LITERACY SERIES - May 9, 16, & 23, 10am Adults.

Registration Required

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Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home & Crematorium offers many different services. Our training and experience have prepared us to help, to reassure, and to understand when a family faces the loss of a loved one. We are here to replace confusion with calm, doubts with certainty and questions with answers. Here, one finds a quiet gentleness in an atmosphere of dignity, efficiency and trust.

TRADITIONAL SERVICES • CREMATION MEMORIAL SERVICES • PRE-PLANNING

Dedicated to Serving Families in our Leyden Area Since 1924 9568 Belmont Avenue • Franklin Park

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Four Generations of the Tiedemann Family A

Harold “Chuck” Shelton, Jr. Apr 16, 1950 Mar 10, 2023

George Thomas, Sr. Sep 15, 1933 Mar 13, 2023

Baltazar Arroyo Jan 1, 1942 Mar 21, 2023

Jannice Pienta Dec 28, 1947 Mar 22, 2023

Louis “Lou” Georgetta Dec 8, 1956 Mar 22, 2023

Wilbert West Feb 5, 1945 Mar 24, 2023

Rocco Saracco Oct 7, 1947 Mar 25, 2023

Wayne DeRosier Nov 27, 1955 Mar 25, 2023

Larry Fletcher May 11, 1939 Mar 26, 2023

Rose Ann Hinde Sep 16, 1936 Mar 28, 2023

Jose Macias Perez Apr 21, 1950 Mar 29, 2023

Theresa “Teri” Hoffmann Nov 23, 1963 Mar 31, 2023

Jack Greinke Apr 4, 1933 Apr 5, 2023

Lay Chanthavanheuang Oct 1, 1965 Apr 6, 2023

Jared DeRose Apr 14, 1987 Apr 6, 2023

Grant Ogburn Dec 30, 1960 Apr 10, 2023

Robert Virtue Apr 4, 1953 Apr 11, 2023

Julia Simmons Jan 20, 1959 Apr 12, 2023

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.

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SCHILLER PARK

MARCH 19 - MOTOR VEHICLE PART THEFT – The owner of a 2009 Toyota Prius parked in the 3900 block of Mannheim Road reported that the catalytic converter was stolen and a sensor was also damaged during the theft.

MARCH 23 - SCAM/THEFT – Police were called to the 9400 block of Irving Park Road for a theft report. The manager of the store taking instructions from a caller was told that he needed to make some payments to avoid further fees. The caller advised that payments could be made through the store’s till by exchanging the money through a Bitcoin machine and instructions would be made through WhatsApp. The manager provided his cell phone number to the caller and was told to go to another gas station and use the store’s Bitcoin machine after collecting cash from the store. He then made three deposits/orders in the amounts of $240., $795, and $700. He was told to take pictures of the receipts and send copies of the receipts to the caller through WhatsApp, which the manager did. The caller then asked for his personal credit card information, at which time the manager suspected the call to be suspicious and ended the call.

MARCH 26 - ATTEMPTED BURGLARY/DAMAGE

TO PROPERTY – A resident in the 4200 block of Ruby Street reported to police that someone made an attempt to enter his locked garage through the south “man” door. Responding officer observed the door to have been damaged near the dead bolt lock and door frame. The striker plate of the dead bolt was also forced out of its fixed position and damaged as well. The resident reported nothing seemed to be missing

MARCH 30 - MOTOR VEHICLE PART THEFT – A catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle parked in a parking lot in the 10200 block of Irving Park Road.

APRIL 10 - THEFT – A resident in the 3700 block of Ruby Street reported that a package, that was reportedly delivered to his home, was not found when he returned from work. The package contained a cell phone

APRIL 11 - OBSTRUCTION – Police made a traffic stop in the 5100 block of Mannheim Road and charged Michael P. Burns of Chicago with Obstructing Identification, Improper Lane Usage, No Valid Registration, No Front Registration, No Insurance, and No Valid Driver’s License. He has an initial court date of May 23.

APRIL 12 - VIOLATIONS – Police arrested Luis A. Juarez-Gurrola of Franklin Park after he was observed speeding and failed to provide any proof of insurance or license. Police found he was never issued a driver’s license. He was charged with speeding, no driver’s license and no proof-of-valid insurance. He has an initial court date of May 23

APRIL 12 - THEFT – A resident in the 4300 block of Kolze Avenue reported to police that his license plates were missing from his car which was parked in front of his home.

APRIL 13 - ATTEMPTED VEHICLE THEFT – Police were called to the 10500 block of Delta Parkway for an attempted vehicle theft. It was reported that a late model gray Nissan Rogue pulled into the vehicle bay located on the north side of the address and a subject wearing a gray or white hoodie, dark colored pants, and wearing a face mask, exited the passenger side of the Rogue. The subject then approached the driver side of a 2022 Nissan Sentra that was parked inside the bay. The complainant/manager yelled, “What are you doing?” towards the subject and he then returned to the passenger seat of the Rogue. The Rogue exited east bound on Delta Parkway with a gray late model Lexus SUV following it. Complaints were signed.

APRIL 13 - VIOLATIONS – Police made a traffic stop in the 4300 block of 25th Avenue and arrested Bernard Norwood of Chicago. Norwood was charged with driving with an expired registration plate or sticker, no valid driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. His vehicle was towed from the scene and he was issued a Notice of Vehicle Seizure form. Norwood has an initial court date of May 23.

ROSEMONT

MARCH 17 - CRIMINAL DAMAGE – Police obtained felony charges against Linda Lugo of Elmwood Park after she allegedly drove her vehicle into a light pole by the Dave & Buster’s in Rosemont. When police arrived, they found that her vehicle sustained heavy front-end damage and airbags were deployed. They observed an odor of burnt cannabis emitting from the vehicle along with the smell of an alcoholic beverage. They found an open container of beer in the center console. Lugo was transported to the hospital and blood results showed she had a blood alcohol level of .306 (three times over the legal limit) and cannabinoids in her system. She was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs and felony criminal damage to property, as the damaged light pole was valued at $25,000. Lugo had a hearing date of March 19.

MARCH 21 - THEFT – Police charged four individuals with theft of labor or services after they were observed leaving the IHOP on Mannheim Road without paying their bill. They had a court date on April 7.

MARCH 22 - RETAIL THEFT – Police were called to the Fashion Outlet mall after a subject allegedly stole items from the Finish Line store. Police apprehended Raven Johnson of Chicago after she ran from the mall. She allegedly stole multiple items totaling $485. She dropped the bag of goods while being chased by police. She had a court date of April 27.

MARCH 27 - CRIMINAL TRESPASS TO VEHICLE

– Police were notified of a stolen vehicle out of Chicago and located in the third floor parking garage of the Fashion Outlet mall in Rosemont. Surveillance cameras located the subjects exiting the vehicle and officers made contact with them. Although they denied knowing the vehicle was stolen, police charged Daniell D. Thurman of Chicago, Nathaniel Martin of Chicago and Kiarea L. Collins of Chicago with criminal trespass to vehicle. They have a May 10th court date.

MARCH 31 - TRESPASS – The owner of a car parked in the Target parking lot in the 7000 block of Mannheim Road, noticed a person going through his vehicle. The owner flagged down an officer but the offender took off running. The owner of the car stopped him and police arrested Hector Flores of Chicago and charged him with criminal trespass to a vehicle. He has a court date of May 11.

DES PLAINES

APRIL 1-2 - VEHICLE THEFTS – Two cars parked in the Rivers Casino parking garage were stolen and a third car was ransacked. The car ransacked had wires exposed under the passenger side area indicating to police that the offenders were possibly attempting to steal the vehicle. The other two cars were stolen, one showing three subjects in the area of the theft with a male subject wearing dark clothing driving away with the vehicle. The other vehicle was stolen by a male in dark clothing approaching the rear passenger side window and breaking it with an unknown object. The offender then entered the vehicle and left the garage.

ROSEMONT POLICE CHASE ENDS IN SCHILLER PARK CRASH; SUSPECT INJURED

One person was taken to a hospital after a Rosemont police pursuit ended in a crash in Schiller Park on April 18th, police said.

Rosemont police said they had a license plate reader hit on a stolen vehicle just before 9am near Balmoral Avenue and Interstate 294, and a pursuit began near Pearl and Balmoral avenues.

A silver 2017 Kia Sportage was reported stolen out of Chicago on March 25.

When police tried to pull the car over, it drove on Balmoral toward southbound I-294 and eventually onto southbound Interstate 194.

It exited at Irving Park Road and continued to northbound Mannheim Road, driving through a red light at Lawrence Avenue and hitting another vehicle, just outside of O’Hare airport near the border with Rosemont. police said.

A third vehicle was also involved.

The suspect’s vehicle flipped upside-down, and the 24-year-old Chicago man needed to be extricated. He was taken to Lutheran General Hospital, but his condition was not immediately released, police said. Schiller Park and Rosemont police and Chicago fire officials responded to the incident. Charges are pending, Rosemont police said.

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LEYDEN TOWNSHIP SENIOR AND DISABLED SERVICES  Must be 65+ or disabled to qualify. Restrictions apply. Subject to availability. Dial-A-Ride: You may be eligible for discounted Pace transportation. $1.25 for seniors, $1.50 for residents. Senior Exercise: Tuesday and Thursday, 9-10am Bradley A. Stephens Community Center. Senior Line Dancing: Wednesday and Friday – 10am-1pm. Carl Fiorito Senior Center.

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WANTED TO BUY   Old slot and vending machines. Good price paid (cash). Call Lou 773-774-3307

IN MEMORY

PAUL A. THOMSON

– July 7, 1942 — April 22, 2023. Franklin Park. Paul A Thomson, 80, born July 6, 1942 in Menominee MI, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 22, 2023.

He married the love of his life, the late Linda (McCandless) on November 21, 1966. He is preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Agnes (Anderley) Thomson, brother Aaron (the late Nancy), sister, Janice (the late Hank) Millering. Survived by his siblings, Lawrence (the late Priscilla), Dean (Cindy), Valarie (the late Al) Mathias, Kathy (the late Roger) Suley, Harvey (Rose). He has three children Thomas (Andrea), Michael and Robert (fiancé Natalie). He is the proud grandfather to Monique and Nick Partipilo. He is an uncle to many and a friend to all. He was a lifelong resident of Franklin Park and served as a Firefighter with the Franklin Park Fire Department for 40 years where he was known as “Woody”, as he was an avid woodworker and worked at Totem Lumber in Schiller Park for 40 years. He was known as a practical joker at the fire station and could make everyone laugh with his pranks. He was loved by his entire firefighter family and will be missed. He enjoyed bow hunting and loved to line dance to country music, which he did several times a week. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps for 3 years.

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