Neighbors May 2014 by tina valentino

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WE ARE THE LAND OF THE FREE

BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE TA K E T I M E T O R E M E M B E R

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Oscar F. Mayer entered the meat business at the age of 14, when he came to the United States from Bavaria and answered a “Help Wanted” poster for an apprentice at George Weber’s retail meat market in Detroit...In 1883, Oscar and his newly-immigrated brother Gottfried leased a small retail store on Chicago’s near north side. From the beginning it was a huge success with first-day sales totalling $59.

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From the Oscar Mayer website

What’s for lunch?

Just recently I stumbled on Oscar Mayer’s life story on the Biography channel and found it more fascinating than you might imagine; his legacy, now well over 100 years old, brought to light several significant and timeless mantras to live by—good for this month’s graduates, good for everyone of all ages. First and foremost, like so many of our ancestors, Oscar was a mere 14 years old when he landed on American soil. AND he jumped at the first opportunity to work. A far cry from today’s spoiled brats, no pun intended. At 14, most kids today are unable to converse at the dinner table, do their homework without help or do chores without whining and a visit from Super Nanny—let alone work. But here’s Oscar, an ocean away from familiar teenage faces in distant Bavaria, applying for a job, anxious to learn and grateful for the opportunity to earn a paycheck. Significant and timeless mantra #2: Oscar and his brother pool their talents and their saved wages to open a small retail store of their own. Their sausage-making skills and the pride they took in their products made them a neighborhood favorite. They became so successful and popular that their greedy landlord refused to renew their lease, hoping to hog their booming business for himself. Stealing someone else’s thunder for your own benefit is an idea that never goes out of style; however, as in the case of the backstabbing landlord, you will soon find yourself out of business. And as the Mayer brothers prospered, they would regularly hit that wall again and again, facing off with others who were simply trying to capitalize on their hard work, ingenuity and integrity. Mayer mantra #3: Other companies were making sausages, hams, liverwurst and eventually hot dogs and bacon but that didn’t discourage the brothers. In fact, it inspired them to make deliveries by horse and wagon, expand its facility, patent ideas and distinguish themselves—placing the first full-color newspaper ad ever created by a U.S. meat firm, introducing the Wienermobile in 1936, followed by the Wienerwhistle toys and sponsoring TV shows as early as 1950. They found their “niche,” much like Neighbors has been heralded as a niche publication in an Inlander story written by Randy Craig to enlighten editors and publishers around the country back in 2005. Like Melrose Park’s “Dom the Hot Dog Man” created a legacy from a push cart on Broadway and Elmhurst’s “Hot Dog Lady” stands her ground and fights the Village Board which, just last month, kicked her off the spot where she’s hustled hot dogs for over 20 years, the moral of the story is the same. Maybe not as iconic as Oscar Mayer but essentially the same: “Keep on selling your products, your services and yourself. No one can stop you from succeeding but yourself.” And for giving us freedom to succeed, God bless all of our veterans.

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Pick up a copy (or an extra copy) of Neighbors tm NEW SITES ADDED! at any of our growing list of drop sites: BELLWOOD ■ NEW! Ariston Restaurant on Mannheim ■ Bellwood Public Library ■ West Suburban Senior Services ■ Mickey’s Drive-In ■ Gioacchino’s Ristorante ■ Bellwood Village Hall ■ Lezza Spumoni & Desserts ■ Currency Exchange on Mannheim ■ Center at Stevenson Park BERKELEY ■ NEW! Rocky’s Gyros ■ Republic Bank ■ J-K Restaurant ■ Berkeley Village Hall and Library ■ Berkeley Finer Foods BROADVIEW ■ NEW! Marquee Restaurant ■ Dunkin Donuts on Roosevelt ELMHURST ■ NEW! Elmhurst Animal Care Center ELMWOOD PARK ■ NEW! P-K Pantry in the Circle ■ NEW! Armand’s Pizzeria on North Ave. ■ Super Low Foods ■ Bacci Pizzeria ■ Elmwood Park Village Hall ¶ Library ■ Elmwood Park Parks & Recreation FOREST PARK ■ Famous Liquors on Madison ■ Ed’s Foods ■ Forest Park Library ■ Forest Park Community Center ■ Starship Restaurant FRANKLIN PARK ■ NEW! Romano’s ■ NEW! Al and Joe’s ■ Sorrento’s Village ■ American Legion Post #974 ■ Smart Wash Laundromat ■ Franklin Park Public Library ■ Park District of Franklin Park ■ Franklin Park Village Hall ■ Leyden Township Offices ■ Leyden Community Center HILLSIDE ■ NEW! Russo’s Chapels ■ Prima La Pizza on Wolf ■ Chickie’s Beef on Wolf ■ Holiday Inn Express & Suites ■ Q’s Restaurant & Pizza ■ Hillside Public Library MAYWOOD ■ NEW! Meal of the Day Cafe ■ Poor Boy, 1st & Roosevelt ■ Kathy’s Café on 5th Avenue ■ Maywood Village Hall ■ Maywood Public Library

MELROSE PARK ■ Sacred Heart Church ■ Bulger Park, 16th & Hirsch ■ 7-Eleven on Broadway ■ PNC Bank, Winston Plaza ■ Scudiero’s Bakery & Deli ■ Melrose Park Village Hall ■ Pan American Bank ■ Maywood Park Race Track ■ Monkey Island on Armitage ■ Westlake Community Hospital ■ Gottlieb Hospital & Fitness Center ■ Melrose Currency on Broadway ■ Caputo Cheese Market ■ Danny’s Cafe NORTHLAKE ■ NEW! Concord Plaza ■ Grant Park Recreation Center ■ Cochiaro’s Pizza ■ Northlake Public Library ■ Villa Scalabrini and Casa San Carlo NORTH RIVERSIDE ■ NEW! Big Corner Tavern ■ North Riverside Public Library ■ North Riverside Village Hall OAK PARK ■ Community Bank of Oak Pk/River Forest ■ Prairie Bread Kitchen ■ Tasty Dog on Lake Street ■ Rush Oak Park Hospital ■ Oak Park Public Library RIVER FOREST ■ NEW! River Forest Chocolates ■ NEW! North Avenue Grill ■ NEW! River Forest Village Hall ■ Trailside Museum ■ TCF Bank in River Forest ■ Whole Foods ■ River Forest Library RIVER GROVE ■ NEW! Blondie’s Diner ■ St. Cyprian Church & School ■ River Grove Public Library ■ River Grove Village Hall ■ River Park Moose Lodge ■ Bargains in a Box SCHILLER PARK ■ NEW! Frannie’s Beef & Catering ■ Marathon Station, 25th & Irving ■ Jay’s Beef ■ Super Low Foods, 25th Avenue STONE PARK ■ NEW! Shwings Shrimp & Chicken ■ NEW! Mannheim Discount Liquors WESTCHESTER ■ NEW! Le Petite Cafe on Mannheim ■ Westchester Village Hall ■ Westchester Public Library

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on the cover Once again, this issue offers something for everyone, including the first-ever Sacred Heart Spartan 5K, National Women’s Health Month programs, community garage sales and Celebrating Seniors Week events. But let’s make some time to remember those who died for our freedom. A list of local Memorial Day observances can be found on page 12.

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just for women may 11-17 Westlake Hospital, West Suburban Medical Center and the River Forest Medical Campus are partners in providing high-quality comprehensive care Just For Women. For National Women’s Health Week, May 11-17, women are invited to a series of events to learn about various health topics and to celebrate wellness. Register for any of the Just For Women events and be entered into a raffle for some great prizes. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are free. Unless noted, pre-registration is required by calling 866-938-7256. Free Yoga, 9 am on Monday, May 12; 11 am on Tuesday, May 13; 11 am on Thursday, May 15; and Noon on Friday, May 16, at the River Forest Medical Campus Community Room, Building A located at 7411 Lake Street, River Forest. Telemedicine: Are Virtual Housecalls the Future of Medicine? 6 pm on May 12, also at River Forest Medical Campus in Community Room, Building A. Enjoy wine and refreshments and hear Dr. Dhana Ganesan as she talks about telemedicine, the newest practice in medicine that makes it possible for doctors to make virtual housecalls to patients and how it can help women and their families make health and wellness a priority in a busy schedule. Massages and Mammograms. Wednesday, May 14. A day of pampering and taking care of your health! Schedule a mammogram and receive a free mini-massage and gift. An appointment and doctor’s order are required. Standard charges will apply to mammograms. Call 708-938-7231 to schedule at the Westlake Hospital Women’s Imaging Center, Professional Office Building, 1111 Superior Street, Suite 503, Melrose Park. What is an Alternative Birthing Centre? Join midwives to learn all about the practice of midwifery and the West Suburban Medical Center Alternative Birthing Centre, one of the largest alternative birthing centers in the Chicagoland area. Thursday, May 15, 5:30 pm at West Suburban Medical Center, 3 Erie Court, 6th Floor, Oak Park. Meet the staff, enjoy refreshments, giveaways, tours and learn about how you can take charge of your birthing experience. Just For Women Fitness Fair. A day of fitness and fun on Thursday, May 15 from 1 to 5 pm! Enjoy refreshments and giveaways, take advantage of free exercise classes, free balance screenings, free strength testing, free mini-massages and a free cooking demonstration. Learn about a variety of programs including physical therapy, pelvic floor therapy, ophthalmology, and weight management at the Westlake Hospital Fitness Center, Professional Office Building, 1111 Superior Street, Lower Level, Melrose Park. Free Exercise Class Schedule: 1-1:45 pm, Kickboxing with Tammy 2-2:45 pm, Step Interval with Tammy 3-3:45 pm, Piloxing with Tammy 4-4:45 pm, Stabilization Cardio with Heather

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Feast of St. Anthony of Padua at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Shrine Once again this year, the Feast of St. Anthony of Padua will be held at the Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 1101 N. 23rd Avenue in Melrose Park. Everyone is welcome to join the faithful for 3 days of prayer (Triduum) leading up to the Feast of St. Anthony; those dates are Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 pm, Friday, June 13 at 7:30 pm and Saturday, June 14 at 5:30 pm. Feast Day traditions on Sunday, June 15 include: 10:15 am Caliendoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Banda Napoletana Procession into Church 10:30 am Mass in Italian 11:30 am Distribution of Blessed Bread and Adoration of St. Anthony Relic followed by Outdoor Procession and Closing Reception. For more information, visit www.olmcshrine.org or call the rectory at 344-4140.

Take advantage of West Suburban Senior Services

Windy City Jitterbug Club welcomes local dancers

Located at 439 Bohland Avenue in Bellwood, West Suburban Senior Services offers numerous programs for seniors including classes, bingo, brain games, caregiver support groups, exercise, haircuts, legal assistance, tax filing assistance, Medicare workshops, clinics, outings and a gift shop. Seniors are also invited to enjoy a hot, nutritional lunch with friends Monday through Friday for just $2. For more information, call WSSS at 547-5600.

Dancing to the music from the 50s and 60s plus the East Coast Jitterbug, West Coast, Hustle, Waltz, Line Dances and more on the first and third Saturdays of the month unless otherwise noted at the American Legion Hall, 9757 W. Pacific in Franklin Park from 8 to 11:30 pm. Admission is $5 for members and $10 for non-members. Proper attire required; no jeans or shorts allowed. Visit the website at www.jitterbugchicago.com or call the hotline at 773-467-0177 for updated information.

ENJOY SUMMER FUN AT MEMORIAL PARK DISTRICT POOLS, SPRAY PAD! Memorial Park District invites area residents to stay cool at three different locations this summer. Adventure Bay Pool in Hillside is located on Wolf Road, two blocks north of Butterfield. Opening date is Saturday, June 7. Daily admission rates are as follows: $6 for adults 18 and older; $5 for youth 17 and under; Thursdays, $3 for everyone. Pool hours are Monday through Friday, 1 to 5 pm; Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6 to 8 pm; weekends, 1 to 7 pm. For details on morning baby pool rentals, call Steve Reggi at 547-3936. Sharp Pool, 1609 N. 36th in Melrose Park also opens on June 7. Daily admission prices for Sharp Pool are the same as Adventure Bay listed above. Pool hours are 1 to 5 pm. Stevenson Park Spray Pad, 3101 Washington Boulevard in Bellwood, will open on Wednesday, June 11. Daily admission is only $2 per person. Adult chaperones 18 years and older are admitted free of charge. Spray Pad hours are Noon to 7 pm daily. For more information on morning rentals, contact Steve Reggi at 547-3936. For all pool related information, details on swimming lessons and all other park programs, please visit the website at www.mempark.org.

Enjoy $5 Films Every Tuesday Classic Cinemas recently introduced $5 Tuesdays, a weekly value where patrons can purchase tickets to showings at any of 11 Classic Cinemas Theatres for only $5 on Tuesdays (this promotion does not include the Ogden or Tivoli Theatres). The price includes new releases, with 3D showings offered at an additional $2. This program excludes special events. Typically, evening showings are pricier than matinees but on Tuesdays, the $5 deal is available all day. Locally, $5 Tuesday will be offered at the Lake Theatre, 1022 Lake Street in Oak Park; North Riverside Mall Theatre, 7501 W. Cermak Road in North Riverside; and the York Theatre, 150 N. York Street in downtown Elmhurst. For further information about the all of the theatres and current movie listings, visit the website at www.classiccinemas.com.

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Give hope to others at the June 21st “Light of Hope Walk” in Melrose Park Save the date! The MAP of Hope Foundation invites all survivors, caregivers, family, friends and community members from all over the western suburbs to come together on Saturday, June 21 from 6 to 11 pm at the Ralph “Babe” Serpico Memorial Field, 1000 N. 25th Avenue in Melrose Park. Anyone who has battled or is currently battling any disease or illness is encouraged to attend and give hope to others. E SHAR HOPE! This unique event will include music, a bocce ball tournament, vendors selling merchandise, refreshments, a fabulous sweet table and much more. At 9 pm, the Light of Hope Walk ceremony begins; during the ceremony, glow sticks are lit inside of personalized bags (luminaria bags) with each one honoring a loved one who has battled or is currently battling any disease or illness. Each personalized luminaria bag will be placed along the track of Serpico field and burn throughout the night to commemorate a family member or friend and lighting the way for walkers. The power of this ceremony lies in providing an opportunity for people to share their grief, highlight their strength and find hope. To learn more about participating, donating or securing a luminaria order form, send an email to mapofhopefoundation@gmail.com or follow the organization on Facebook at www.facebook.com/MAPofHopeFoundation.

Take advantage of Gottlieb programs and services

Become a member of Hillside’s Emergency Management team

Need a Ride? Gottlieb’s experienced staff will assist you onto the comfortable bus, help with your seatbelt and make sure you arrive at the hospital and return to your home safely. Call 681-3200, ext. 2198 for more details. Gottlieb Pharmacy Delivers. The Gottlieb Pharmacy has a complete line of health-care products and a certified diabetic educator is on staff to answer questions. Call 450-4941. Learn more about the Center for Fitness at www.gottliebfitness.org.

The Village of Hillside’s EMA is composed of volunteers who provide emergency response to natural and manmade disasters. Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 7 to 9 pm at the Command Center, 4151 May Street in Hillside. Must be 18 or older. If you are interested in learning more about eligibility requirements or attending a meeting, contact EMA Director Tony Faragia at 449-6410 or visit the website at www.hillside-il.org for additional information.

LEYDEN TOWNSHIP EVENTS, CLASSES AND PROGRAMS The Leyden Township Community Center, 2620 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park offers programs for area residents of all ages. Call the Center at 847-451-5144. Community Garage Sale. The Leyden Township Community Garage Sale and Craft Fair is set for Saturday, May 17 from 9 am until 3 pm at Westdale Park, 3045 Sandra Avenue in Melrose Park (near Grand and Wolf Road)—rain or shine! Fees for vendors and crafters are: $15 for in-district residents, $18 for outof-district per 10’x10’ space. Tables are available to rent for $5 each. Donate Eye Glasses. This month, the Center is collecting new or gentlyused prescription eyeglasses to be donated to charitable organizations. For Youth: Sign up for Track & Field for ages 5-7 and 8-13, Saturdays, May 3 to June 7. Storytime & Crafts, May 5 to June 16, ages 3-5. Tumbling & Gymnastics starts May 6 to June 3 for ages 3-5. Adult Fitness: Zumba Tuesdays, May 27-July 15, 6:15 to 7:15 pm; Zumba Saturdays, May 10-June 28, 9 to 10 am; Zumba Toning, May 15-July 3, 6 to 7 pm; Leo’s Boot Camp Tuesday and Thursday sessions; and Fit For Life, May 17-July 19, Saturdays, 9 to 9:45 am. Tutoring: By appointment only for 1st through 5th graders. Summer Playschool. Register now for the summer playschool session June 23 to August 15, Monday-Friday, 9 am to Noon for boys and girls ages 3 to 6.

Giant Spring Community Yard Sale Memorial Park District invites everyone to consider selling and/or shopping at the upcoming Giant Spring Outdoor Community Yard Sale set for Saturday, May 17 from 9 am to 2 pm at Eisenhower Community Center, 700 Speechley Boulevard in Hillside. Clean out your closets, garages and basements and earn some extra cash! Fee is $25 for each space which includes an 8’ table and a 10’x10’ space; cost is $10 per additional table. Sellers are encouraged to register early as spaces are limited. For more information, call 547-3900, ext. 4.

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Remember those who have given us our freedoms On Memorial Day, cemeteries across the nation are decorated with flags that tell the world “Here Lies A Veteran!” The day was first observed on May 30, 1868 when flowers were placed on graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. Two services in River Grove. River Grove’s American Legion and VFW Posts will celebrate Memorial Day with a solemn remembrance at 11 am on Monday, May 26 at the River Grove American Legion Recreation Center located at 8664 Grand Avenue. A second service of remembrance will take place at Noon in the Veterans section of St. Joseph Cemetery at Belmont and Thatcher Avenue in River Grove. For more information, contact 453-8000. Franklin Park. Everyone is invited to attend the Village of Franklin Park’s annual Memorial Day observance on Monday, May 26 at 11 am at the Village’s Veteran’s Memorial located at 9500 Belmont Avenue to pay tribute to deceased Franklin Park veterans from all branches of service. The event will feature the military formalities by the American Legion Franklin Park Post 974, a ceremonial laying of the wreath, a 21-gun salute and a reading of the departed veterans. For more information, contact the Mayor’s Office at 847-671-8236. Mount Carmel Cemetery and Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. Remembrances will be held at both cemeteries located on Wolf Road at Roosevelt Road on Monday, May 26 at 10:30 am. For more details, call 449-8300. The Village of Hillside. Mayor Joseph Tamburino and the Village Board in Hillside will hold their annual service on Monday, May 26 at Noon at the Veterans Memorial in the Hillside Commons. The Memorial, dedicated on August 19, 1990, was established to honor and remember those who gave their lives for freedom. Hillside also encourages area residents to support their Poppy Day on May 22.

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The Library. Fun and informative! BELLWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 600 S. Bohland Avenue; call the Library at 547-7393 with questions or visit the website at www.bellwoodlibrary.org. Adults please register by calling 547-7393, extension 4. Introduction to Illinois Job Link. Wednesday, May 14, 7 pm. For job seekers and employers alike, learn about this site for posting and finding jobs in Illinois. Presented by Eileen Vesey of CFL Workers Assistance Committee. Fabulous Fiction Book Club. Wednesday, May 28, 7 pm. Discuss “The Skull Mantra” by Eliot Pattison. Obtain a copy of the book at the library. Newcomers welcome. Chess Club for Adults. Every other Wednesday at 7 pm (May 14 and May 28). Players of all levels are welcome. Call Youth Services at 547-7393, extension 216 to register for the following programs: Just for Kids. Wednesday, May 14, 4 to 5 pm. Girls and boys ages 8-12 are invited for games, crafts, stories, movies and more. Toddler Time. Thursdays, 10 to 11 am. Stories, crafts, songs and more for children ages 1-4. FRANKLIN PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park; call the Library at 847-455-6016 with questions or visit online at www.fppld.org. Friendship Quilt Club. Stop in on Wednesdays, May 7 and May 21 from 10 am to Noon. Handmade Green Spa Gifts. Need a special gift for Mother’s Day? Eleanor Reily will teach this group how to make beautiful body oil, citrus bath salts and rosemary mint shower gel. Limit 20. Registration required. Thursday, May 8, 7 to 8 pm. Friday Flicks. Watch a new movie every Friday. This month view “Philomena” (Rated PG-13) with Judi Dench and Steve Coogan on Friday, May 9, 1 to 2:40 pm. On Friday, May 16, from 6 to 8:30 pm, watch the movie “The Hunger Games: Catching Fire” (PG-13) starring Jennifer Lawrence, Josh Hutcherson and Liam Hemsworth. Refreshments will be provided. Knit and Crochet Group. Second Saturday of the month (May 10) at 1 pm. Learn tips and share projects. Fiction Book Club. Discuss “A Tree Grows in Brooklyn” by Betty Smith. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required. Monday, May 12, 7 to 8 pm. Little Eagles Storytime. Led by Leyden High School students and the Library’s Teen Advisory Board, preschool and kindergarten students (ages 3-5) and their caregivers are invited on Thursday, May 15, 6 to 7 pm. Dewey Discovery. Explore the non-fiction section of the Library on Thursday, May 15, 6 to 7 pm for ages 6-8. continued on page 16

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Jeanet Reyes-Cordero of Blue Cross/Blue Shield, a veteran in the healthcare industry and an expert at speaking with seniors, will be at the Maywood Public Library on Tuesday, May 27 at 2 pm to offer information about Medicare Parts A&B, answer questions and much more. The program is free!

fun, informative activities authors • answers Zumba at the Library. For ages 13 and older (under 18 with parental permission). Registration required. Saturday, May 24, 11 am to Noon. Summer Reading Kickoff Party! Kick off the 2014 Summer Reading Program in style with food, fun and entertainment courtesy of a very special guest. Saturday, May 31, 1 to 4 pm. HILLSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY The Hillside Public Library is located at 405 Hillside Avenue in Hillside; call 449-7510 or visit the website at www.hillsidelibrary.org. Most programs require registration. Strange and Wonderful Illinois, Part 2: Hillside residents Jim and Paula Hantak return with another quirky slideshow trip around Illinois. Tuesday, May 6, 7 pm. Adult Book Discussion: Meets on the first Wednesday of the month at 2 pm. Visitors and new members always welcome. May 7: “The All-Girl Filling Station’s Last Reunion” by Fannie Flagg. Monday Movie Matinee. For seniors or anyone who likes great movies. Enjoy coffee and refreshments on May 12, 10:30 and watch the film “Rear Window” (1954). Share the Plate: One of the Library’s most popular programs! Come and find out why! Local Chef Bernardo

Leon will demonstrate the making of an easy, thrifty, family meal from 6:30 to 7 pm on Tuesday, May 13. Food will be sampled by everyone and the recipe distributed. Mixed Stitchers. Meets every Thursday from 7 to 8:30 pm. For ages 14 and over. Open to knitters, crocheters or needle-workers of any kind. ALL skill levels welcome. This program is a drop-in program so no registration is necessary and there is no pressure to show up each week. The Mixed Stitchers are planning activities for the 4th annual World Wide Knit in Public Day on Saturday, June 21 from 10 am until 3 pm. Join the fun. MAYWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 121 S. 5th Avenue; phone: 343-1847. Visit the website at www.maywoodlibrary.org. Helping the Homeless. The Victorious 1 Heart and Soul Foundation will be dropping off a box at the Maywood Public Library to collect donated clothes, toiletries and canned/dry food to help the homeless in Maywood on Monday, May 5 at 5 pm. There will also be handouts about the organization. Victorious was founded in 2012 and works to provide food, clothing, medical help, housing and aid in education and job searching for the homeless community. To learn more, visit the website at www.victorious1heartandsoul.org. N e i g h b o r s • 16

Understanding Medicare. Blue Cross/Blue Shield’s Jeanet ReyesCordero will be at the library on Tuesday, May 27 at 2 pm to present a detailed overview of how Original Medicare Parts A & B work, the 2014 deductibles and much more. ReyesCordero has over 23 years experience in the healthcare industry. This free presentation will be offered in Room 201. Instructions in Quilting. Classes on quilting will be offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Room 202. Anyone interested in quilting or learning to quilt should consider visiting the class. Class is free but space is limited. Call Mildred Green at 343-2529 for details. NORTH RIVERSIDE LIBRARY The North Riverside Library is located at 2400 DesPlaines Avenue; call 447-0869, register or visit online at www.northriversidelibrary.org or stop at the Help Desk. For most programs, registration is recommended. Storytimes. Lapsit story/playtime, Thursdays at 10:30 am on May 1, 7 and 15 (meets on May 7 due to the Village’s Senior Health Fair on May 8) for parents/caregivers with their babies and toddlers. Songs, finger plays, simple stories and group play. Story Surprises, for ages 2-5, will be held on Saturday, May 10 at 10:30 am with Ms. Rebecca. continued on page 18

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Travel to Italy without leaving the River Forest Library! Friday, May 16, 10:30 am. Did you know that 40% of all the art in Europe is found in Italy and that 40% of all Italian art is found in just one city? That city is Florence. This fun, exciting and informative slide-show and lecture is presented as part of Celebrating Seniors Week.

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Pajama Storytime. Great storytelling by the fireplace, for children of all ages with an adult, Monday, May 5 at 6:30 pm. Messy Mornings for Munchkins. For ages 2 and up with adult. Have messy fun in this hands-on program. Limited to 15. Register online or at the YS Help Desk. Tuesdays, 10:30 am on May 6, 13. Craft Club. For 3rd grade and up, Saturday, May 10 at 1:30 pm. 2nd graders may attend with an adult. All materials provided. Learn new craft techniques with each fun project. Read-To-A-Dog is Back! Furry friends are looking forward to hearing stories from kids who can read independently. Bring a favorite book from home or choose one from the library. Sign up for one or more 15-minute time slots. Please register in advance or at the YS Help Desk. Wednesday, May 14 from 6:30 to 8 pm. LEGOs Build-It Club. Saturday, May 17, 10:30 am. 2nd grade and up. New theme each month. RIVER FOREST PUBLIC LIBRARY For more information on these and other upcoming River Forest Public Library programs, call 708-366-5205, stop in at 735 Lathrop Avenue or visit www.riverforestlibrary.org. Story Times. The RFPL offers Pajama Nights for kids who are independent readers, Mother Goose

Storytimes for babies birth to 18 months with parent/caregiver and Toddler Time for ages 18 months to 3 years with parent/caregiver. Computer Learning Lab. On Wednesdays, for the total beginner through intermediate home/personal user. Contact the library to sign up. Stop Motion Animation Workshop for Grades K-7. Join staff from Steve & Kate’s Camp for an afternoon of stop motion animation. Children will create characters, design sets, and film stop-motion masterpieces on custombuilt, tabletop iPad stations. Advance registration is required. Call 366-5205, ext. 312 to reserve a 30-minute session. Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, May 7 at 7:30 pm, “Aimless Love” by Billy Collins. . Family Story Time at Whole Foods Market. For ages birth through 6 with a parent/caregiver at Whole Foods Market, 7245 Lake Street. Fridays, May 9, 16 and May 23 at 9:30 am. For more info, call 366-1045. Paws to Read. Grades K-4. Read to Augie, a certified therapy dog. Advanced registration is required. Call 366-5205, ext. 312 to reserve a 15-minute session. Great Decisions Discussion Group. Sponsored by the League of Women Voters, join this series of exciting discussions about international issues. Pick up a list of the issues to be discussed, check out a copy of the briefing book or pick up a copy of N e i g h b o r s • 18

upcoming readings. Next dates are Tuesdays, May 13 and May 27, 7 pm. Afternoon Book Discussion. Wednesday, May 14, 1:30 pm, discuss “Gone Girl” by Gillian Flynn. Books are available for pick up from the Circulation Desk one month before the discussion date. Who’s Targeting Us? A panel of local experts talk about internet, identity, home and other scams on Saturday, May 17, 1 pm. Writing from Life. Author Candace George Thompson shares ideas for engaging the entire family in discovering and documenting family memories. Thursday, May 22, 1 pm. AT PRESS TIME! BERKELEY PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 1637 N. Taft Avenue; call 708-544-6017 or visit the new website at www.berkeleypl.org. Extended Hours. Open from 10 am to 6 pm on Fridays now! Technology. Easy access to selfservice printing, scanning, faxing and wireless printing as well as web-based research and information tools. Kids and Families. Storytime, May 3 and 31, 2:30 to 3:15 pm. Family game night, May 17, 2:30 to 4 pm; Mother’s Day Craft, ages 4-12, May 10, 2:30 to 3:30 pm. Coffee Mornings. Stop in on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am until noon.

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In advertising and other forms of media, it's clear that American society often worships at the altar of youth-including billions spent trying to look or feel young. Against that backdrop, a group of Oak Park-area volunteers has built a movement that celebrates seniors, a group that they define as “anyone 60 years of age or older.” And the latest by-product of their effort comes in the form of Celebrating Seniors Week. Between May 15th and May 22nd, more than 40 events will be held throughout Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park. Nearly all of the events are free of charge for all comers, and every event is free for anyone 60plus. The sessions are geared toward education and entertainment, featuring the creative ideas of community organizations such as libraries, park districts, hospitals and senior service agencies. Kickoff. A kickoff event is on Thursday, May 8 at The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association, 178 Forest Avenue in Oak Park. On that night, the group honors the 2014 "60 Over 60" Class, a collection of men and women whose efforts have made a profound impact on the three communities. Harry Porterfield. The wrap-up event will be highlighted by an address from Harry Porterfield, the 85-year-old news-caster who exemplifies the prototype of an active older adult who still has plenty of contributions to make. The fee for the luncheon, to be held at Concordia University Chicago’s Koehneke Community Center is $25. Four years ago, communicating seniors' vitality and far-reaching impact inspired Jim Flanagan to create the Celebrating Seniors Coalition, the volunteer corps that organizes events each year. A lifelong resident of Oak Park and River Forest, Flanagan is a financial planning expert who specializes in serving people at or near retirement. Now, thanks to the Coalition, many local seniors have received support in the midst of various kinds of difficulties. The non-profit has purchased eyeglasses, hearing aids, mattresses, and even helped some seniors get their teeth fixed. The coalition has assisted seniors in moving by providing a truck and volunteers. Treasure or Trinket: Treasure or Trinket, an antiques road show from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm on Thursday, May 15th at the Oak Park Arms, 408 S. Oak Park Avenue. For more information about that or any other Celebrating Seniors event, visit www.CelebratingSeniors.net or visit their Facebook page: www.facebook.com/CelebratingSeniors.

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CHICK-FIL-A OPENS IN NORTH RIVERSIDE Mayor Hubert Hermanek and the Village Trustees Jason Bianco, Joe Mengoni, Vera Wilt, Debbie Czajka, Matt Decosola and Village Clerk Kathy Ranieri celebrated the grand opening of the 1,800th Chick-fil-A location with owners/operators Alvaro and Alexandra Botero with the Chick-fil-A mascot when the North Riverside store opened its doors at 7201 W. Cermak Road on March 27. Cold temperatures and steady rain did not deter “raving” fans who camped out overnight in the parking lot as part of the traditional Chick-fil-A “First 100” gift card give-away where lucky recipients earned 52 sandwich meals. Chick-fil-A owners Alvaro and Alexandra Botero have not only opened their doors—but they’ve opened their hearts to community. “Our first major campaign was to give away over 5,000 Chick-fil-A sandwiches to schools and businesses in the neighborhood,” said Alexandra Botero. “We also gave away more than 10,000 gift cards to people in the Village and surrounding towns so that they might come in as our guests. We are committed to taking care of the people who take care of our communities,” Botero added. Area residents are encouraged to stop in, drive-thru, call 442-7006 or visit www.chick-fil-a.com. BIG CORNER TAVERN BIKE BASH Also in North Riverside, Big Corner Tavern (BCT), located at 8405 W. Cermak Road, invites bikers to its first summer Bike Bash on Saturday, May 31. Cost to ride is $10 per person or $15 per couple. BCT will open its doors at 9 am and the ride leaves at 10:30 am. Those who sign up will receive complimentary breakfast burritos and return to live music, raffles and a BCT buffet. BCT will soon be announcing events that partner with area non-profits to help raise money for worthy causes. Follow BCT on Facebook, stop in to sign up, visit the website at www.bigcornertavern.com and see their ad on page 15 of this issue of Neighbors.

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new play features top local talents in May, Sieck, Nestor Open Door Repertory Company, 902 S. Ridgeland in Oak Park, will launch the world premiere of a new play written by Chicago playwright Ted May, directed by Mary Pat Sieck with songs written by former Buckingham Larry Nestor. This darkly poignant piece charts the uphill climb of local mobster Sam Giancana from the son of poor immigrants in Chicago’s “Little Sicily” to a billionaire entrepreneur and ultimate successor of Al Capone. “No Witness” explores one man’s journey as he negotiates the power struggles and betrayals within the job, the adoration and neglect of his family and the unquenchable thirst for power that led to lucrative deals with the most powerful people of his time—and to his assassination in his Oak Park home. This production is not recommended for students under the age of 14. Opening night is May 1st, 8 pm. Performances are scheduled for Fridays, May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 at 8 pm; Saturdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 at 8 pm; and Sundays, May 4, 11, 18, 25 and June 1 at 2 pm. For ticket info, visit the website at www.opendoorrep.org or call 342-0810.

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Three young men, graduates of Sacred Heart School in Melrose Park, were honored with the Vicariate IV Youth Leadership Awards at a banquet in March hosted by Bishop John R. Manz. The awards banquet affirms those students who have made significant contributions, shown extraordinary commitment and demonstrated outstanding leadership in eight categories, which are also the eight components of comprehensive youth ministry as described in “Renewing the Vision.” Pictured with Bishop Manz (second from left) and Sacred Heart Church Pastor Fr. Erwin Friedl (at right) are Sebastian Lorenzo for Justice and Service (for those involved in service programs such as food drives, PADS, mission trips, etc.), Nick Golding and Sam Cruz for Prayer and Worship (those who serve in liturgical roles such as lectors, Eucharistic ministers, cantors, musicians, altar servers, etc.). Sebastian Lorenzo and Sam Cruz attend Guerin Prep High School in River Grove and Nick Golding is a student at Immaculate Conception High School in Elmhurst. N e i g h b o r s • 28

While a brief mention in the magazine hardly constitutes the fifteen MINUTES of fame they truly deserve, these amazing individuals are truly worthy of their neighbors’ applause for their extra effort—for inspiring us all to do more, give more, making our communities and the world a better place.

WEST SUBURBAN MARKS 100TH ANNIVERSARY West Suburban Medical Center celebrates 100 years of serving the Oak Park community this year and kicked off a year of celebrations with a hospital birthday party. The party featured an exhibit of old photos and newspaper articles gathered from The Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest. Employees shared their own stories: many were born at the hospital, completed residencies, or have worked there for decades. To officially honor the centennial, the Village of Oak Park Board of Trustees unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing West Suburban Medical Center’s centennial anniversary. The proclamation cited West Suburban’s community contributions and exemplified what the hospital accomplished in the past year alone: 41,000 patient days, 158,000 outpatient visits, 57,000 emergency visits, and 5,100 surgeries.

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SAVE THE DATE Coming up in the western suburbs calendar info continued from page 10 CALLING ALL GRADUATES OF ST. PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL, MELROSE PARK A service of thanksgiving, “Give Thanks with a Grateful Heart” is being planned by the staff, faculty and friends of St. Paul Lutheran School in Melrose Park for Sunday, June 8. A banquet/dinner at the Diplomat West in Elmhurst will follow the church service. St. Paul Lutheran School will close its doors on June 30, 2014. In July, Walther Christian Academy will occupy the building, moving from Forest Park to continue Christian education in Melrose Park. Save the date and share memories, photos and special St. Paul moments together at this special event. For more updated information or to make reservations for the dinner ($30 per person), please contact Sharon Olson at 547-5379. BICYCLE DRIVE SATURDAY, JUNE 7 Look around the garage and shed now for a bicycle you no longer use! Riverside Township will be conducting a drive on Saturday, June 7 between 9 am and noon at the North Riverside Police Department parking lot, 2359 Desplaines Avenue, North Riverside. Donate bicycles in ANY condition, parts and accessories. Tricycles will be accepted, too. All donations are tax deductible. Bicycles and parts will be taken by Working Bikes, a non-profit organization. ELMWOOD PARK FARMERS MARKET OPENS The Elmwood Park Farmers Market is gearing up for its 2014 season with the opening date set for June 8th. Held twice each month on Sundays, the Market is held at Central Park, 2430 N. 75th Avenue (at the corner of 75th Avenue and Fullerton) from 9 am until 1 pm. Special features of the Elmwood Park Farmers Market include: Chef Cooking Demos with free samples and recipe cards; Kids Day face painting and games; Home-Grown Artists with local art for sale; Music in the Park provided by local musicians; and Get to Know Your Farmers through a Vendor of the Week showcase. 2014 dates are: June 8 and 22; July 13 and 27; August 10 and 24; September 14 and 28; October 12 and 26. For updated information, follow the Market on Facebook and also on Twitter at @ElmPkMarket.

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Notices ★ BROOKS, Raymond F., 94, of Melrose Park. World War II Army Air Corps veteran. Husband of Gala, nee Saber; father of Rita (Charles) Anderson, Cathy (Jerry) Zeman, Mary Fran (Tracy) Novak and Peggy (Todd) Novak; grandfather of Keith Anderson, Brian (Dana) Anderson and Emily; great-grandfather of Brianna; uncle of Barbara Heintz; preceded in death by his parents Frank and Frances Brooks, sister and brother-in-law Lucille (Stan) Knapp and his first wife Mary Meagher Brooks. Served for 38 years at the Blind Rehabilitation Center at Hines Hospital. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. COLON, Ericberto, 47, of Melrose Park. Husband of Maxine; father of Lorenzo, Ericberto, Jr., Javier and Ontonio; grandfather of Jaida; son of Felix, Sr. and Luz; son-in-law of Carrie; brother of Joey, Maira (Jesus) Felix M., Jr., Jacqueline (Johnny), Billy, Twan (Regina), Mae (Tony) and Tonya Sedrick. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. FAVELA-CHAIDEZ, Leonardo, 65, of Melrose Park. Husband of Consolacion; father of Beatriz (Juan) Magallanes and Alma (Esteban) Adrian; grandfather of Gabriella, Pablo, Alexandra and Esteban Jr.; brother of Margarito, Maria del Rosario Chaidez, Fidel, Jesus Roberto and Ofelia. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. PAPA, Josephine, nee Basili. Wife of James R.; mother of Terese (Jeff) Surges, Gina (Jason) Taylor, Jim (Michelle), Ralph (Amy); daughter of the late Pasquale and Yolanda Basili; grandmother of Nick, Josephine and Caroline Surges, Anna and Lauren Taylor, Ralph and Dominic Papa, Matthew and Isabella Papa; sister of Dominic (Gloria) Basili, Nancy (the late Robert) Nicolin and the late Caroline (the late August) Costoff; aunt, cousin and friend of many. Proud member of the Society of the Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Entombment at Queen of Heaven Christ the King Mausoleum. Services at Russo Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

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SARLO, Mary J. Mother of Paula Marie (Michael) Dilella; sister of Paula (Carl) Dote of Danny’s Deli in Melrose Park, Dominic (Marilyn) Sarlo and the late Connie Desmond and Ida Dulleck; grandmother of Michael Johnny Dilella; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Interment at St. Joseph Cemetery.

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