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Be home before dark. Add color to your life.

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The Number 12.

As the new year begins, here’s a little trivia: The number 12 is associated with the cardinal. Cardinals are seen during all 12 months of the year. A cardinal’s nest often contains 12 eggs. Native American lore holds that if you have encountered a cardinal, expect good luck to follow, possibly in 12 hours, 12 days or at noon or midnight. As we begin a new 12-month cycle, an opportunity for restoration and renewal, it seemed kind of eerie that red cardinals are on my mind. I don’t see them very often but I’d like to—in fact, I’ve made only one resolution so far, promising naturalist Irene Flebbe at Trailside Museum in River Forest that in 2017 I would abandon my desk long enough to explore some of the awesome nature in the neighborhood. Hand me the binoculars, it’s time to go on a bird walk. Stumbling on a cardinal sitting confidently on a snowy branch might be the perfect way to start 2017.

My cousin Fran almost always sees a cardinal outside her window and, like many people, particularly Native Americans, believes it’s a symbol or a messenger from the Great Spirit. An interesting website, www.thecardinalexperience.com, offers tremendous insight to the possible spiritual meanings, symbolism, religious ties and essence of this little but loud red bird that flutters in and out of people’s lives in mysterious ways. “Cardinals can bring color and vitality into our lives. Their crimson color can remind us of the importance of ourselves as individuals in the circle of life. As the cardinal red color is symbolic of faith, so it can remind us to “keep the faith” through circumstances that might look bleak, dark and hopeless.” The personal stories posted by nearly 200 people are fascinating to read; lost and sometimes desperate for some kind of sign, it was the cardinal that showed up unexpectedly, getting their attention when almost nothing else could. As Emily Dickinson wrote in one of the first poems I ever read and loved: Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul—and sings the tunes without words— and never stops at all. Dickinson, of course, doesn’t specify but during her long reclusive life I would imagine that, from the many windows of her father’s Amherst, Massachusetts mansion, she found moments of hope and inspiration from this small flitting bird.

I like to think of some of the people we featured in 2016 as cardinals, especially those who stepped up for our unprecedented effort to help the veterans at Hines V.A. Hospital. Just when you least expect it, a person—or a stranger—from Berkeley, Hillside, River Grove, Melrose Park, Elgin or Maywood pops into your life for a reason, like angels, tweaking your outlook on things just a little bit, inspiring you to forge on a little harder and a little longer, helping you realize you’re never completely alone. Thinking back to the more than 150 issues we’ve produced, each one introducing you to nearby messengers and harbingers, makes me wonder who we will meet in the coming new year. In 2016, each issue also included an extraordinary number of obituaries—many people I knew personally and loved. Thinking of them and their loved ones, maybe this verse from Victoria McGovern will brighten the new year: May you come to find comfort in and remember cardinals appear when angels are near. So go now, sit outside and drink your tea. Keep a look out for the little red bird—it is there your loved one will be.

Wishing our neighbors health and happiness,

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Say goodbye to the nearly 60 Metra trains and an average of more than 50 freight trains that have stalled commerce, commuters and emergency vehicles for decades. Last month, state and local officials not only cut the ribbon but escalating tensions from thousands of area residents who have been anxiously waiting for the bridge to open.

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) was joined today by the Union Pacific Railroad, local officials, particularly from Melrose Park ad Bellwood, and other stakeholders in the Chicago Region Environmental and Transportation Efficiency (CREATE) program to open the new 25th Avenue overpass. The $41 million gradeseparation project eliminates a conflict point between trains and regular vehicle traffic, reducing congestion, improving safety, ensuring better response times for emergency vehicles and making the area more attractive for economic development.

"This new overpass pays immediate dividends for communities nearby, but its impact will be felt for years throughout the region," said Illinois Transportation Secretary Randy Blankenhorn. "This project is what CREATE is all about: All parties coming together to find a solution that benefits everyone."

The overpass accommodates two lanes of traffic in each direction over the railroad tracks. Each day, up to 59 Metra trains and 52 freight trains pass through this location. On average, 19,000 vehicles travel this stretch of 25th Avenue daily, with 3,500 of them getting stopped by trains before the overpass was built, resulting in 28,400 annual hours of motorist delay. The project also included resurfacing Main Street from between 25th and 19th avenues.

"This project, many years in the making, will benefit all residents by serving as a conduit for economic development, quicker emergency vehicle response times and a safer traffic flow," said Melrose Park Mayor Ron Serpico. "This is much more than a railroad overpass. This is a bridge to a better quality of life for our communities."

The railroad overpass project was made possible by a $22.2 million contribution from IDOT, $2.4 million from villages of Bellwood and Melrose Park, and $16.4 million from federal, railroad and other state sources. Construction started in September 2014.

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Residents everywhere are encouraged to stay safe during winter’s extreme weather. When temperatures drop to dangerously cold levels, consider limiting travel, check on friends, family and neighbors, especially the elderly. Local villages and townships have established certain areas as warming centers for those who may need them; warming centers are open at: � Franklin Park Community Center, 9560 Franklin Avenue, Monday through Friday 6 am to 9 pm, Saturday and Sunday from 7 am to 9 pm. � Franklin Park Ice Arena, 9711 Waveland, every day from 6 am until 11 pm. � Rush Oak Park, 500 S. Maple in Oak Park, operates a warming center that is open 24 hours a day. � The Village of Melrose Parks asks that you call 708-649-8000 to find the nearest location. These centers may involve overnight stays depending on the extremity of the weather. � Proviso Township, 4565 Harrison in Hillside is open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. � Leyden Township, 2620 N. Mannheim, Monday through Friday 6 am to 9 pm and Saturdays from 9 am to 3 pm. � Oak Park Township, 130 S. Oak Park Avenue, from 8 am until 5 pm Monday through Friday. � River Forest Township, 8020 Madison Street, is open from 8 am until 8 pm Monday through Friday.

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Making a new year resolution to exercise and be healthier? Westlake Hospital Fitness Center, located in the lower level of the Hospital’s Professional Building in Melrose Park, wants to help.

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Savers is partnering with the Maywood Park District to help generate funds for programs by making a donation for every pound of donations collected.

Bag up donations of clothing and shoes; small appliances, bicycles, sporting goods, kids toys, pots and pans, dishes and glassware, hand tools, books, furniture, etc. and deliver to Maywood Park District, 921 S. 9th Avenue in Maywood on January 7 from 11 am to 1 pm. For more information, contat the Maywood Park District at 344-4740.

HAVE YOU NOTICED THAT YOUR GROCERY BILL KEEPS GOING UP? Are you 60 or over and have a disability? Are you looking for ways to stretch your monthly income? Did you know that there is help available? The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) provides a monthly benefit that is used to purchase groceries. SNAP benefits are loaded on to a LINK card each month which can be used at local stores just like a debit card.

Studies have shown that nutrition needs change as we age and healthy eating can potentially reduce the need for medications. Although the least amount you can receive in monthly SNAP benefits is $16, the average for an adult living alone is $119 per month. There are even ways to increase your SNAP dollars if you have more than $35 per month in medical expenses or high rent or mortgage costs.

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Village of Hillside’s Annual Martin Luther King Breakfast Mayor Joseph T. Tamburino and Village of Hillside invites all area residents to the 16th Annual Breakfast honoring the late Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. which will be held on Monday, January 16, 2017 at the Best Western Hotel, 4400 Frontage Road in Hillside. Tickets are $12 per person through January 9 or while supplies last. Tickets can be purchased at the Village Hall, 425 Hillside Avenue.

No tickets will be sold at the door.

The theme for the 2017 event is “Believing the Dream-Changing Society.” One local person will be presented with the Dream Award for their positive impact on the community.

For more information and tickets, call 449-6450 or 202-4343. You can also find more details on the village website at www.hillside-il.org.

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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.

Children’s Programs. Tumbling & Gymnastics for ages 3-6 and 7-12 from February 11 to March 11. Floor Hockey, February 7 to March 14; Boot Camp for ages 8 and up, January 7 through February 25. Open Gym Volleyball, Thursdays, February 2 to May 25 for ages 7-14.

Special Events: Cheer Camp. Beginner, intermediate cheerleaders welcome, Friday, March 24. Ages 3-5, 5 to 6 pm and ages 6-13, 6 to 8 pm. Ask now about Spring Break Camp March 27-March 31.

Adult Programs. Zumba Fitness on Tuesdays and Saturdays; Zumba Step on Mondays starts February 20 for ages 18 and older; Zumba Toning on Thursday evenings starts February 23; Volleyball Club Thursdays, February-May for ages 18 and older. Yoga, Wednesday nights starting February 1; Try Piloxing Knockout on Wednesday nights and Pickleball on Monday nights or Tuesday/Thursday mornings. Ask about fitness, open gym, senior and boxing memberships.

Playschool Programs. Hands-on Learning for ages 3-5, February 27 through May 25. Fun for Tots & Afternoon Adventures, Monday-Friday for ages 2-5. Fun with Flicks in January, Monday-Friday, 1:30 to 4 pm for 3-5 year olds.

Veterans Park District invites area residents to visit the website at www.veteransparkdistrict.org to download the newest brochure or call 343-5270 for more information.

Cimbalo Wellness and Fitness Fair. January 7 from 9 am to 4 pm at Cimbalo Fitness Center, 1203 N. 24th Avenue in Melrose Park. Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to get free blood pressure readings, bone density readings, BMI and cholesterol screenings, take free fitness classes in Zumba, Barre, Belly Dance and Yoga, get free massages, free court times, free nutrition information, talk to representatives from Athletico and participate in give-aways and raffles all day.

WinterFest Luncheon at Grant Park. Active adults are invited to lunch and entertainment by Chris Colletti who will perform songs from the Big Band Era on Wednesday, January 18, Noon to 2 pm at Grant Park. Fee is $17. Call or stop in to make a reservation.

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Franklin Park Village leaders recently welcomed the Edward-Elmhurst Health Walk-In Clinic to the community.

Pictured above, Mary Lou Mastro, President & CEO, Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare and Barrett Pedersen, Franklin Park Village President, cut the ribbon. To Pedersen’s right is Dr. Samuel Yunez, Medical Director of the Franklin Park Clinic. The Clinic, in the Jewel-Osco at 10203 W. Grand Ave., is open seven days a week, Monday-Friday, 8 am to 7:30 pm and Saturday-Sunday, 9 am to 4:30 pm. Board-certified family nurse practitioners and physician assistants provide care for patients 18 months and older at the Clinic, which offers exams/treatment for minor illnesses and skin conditions, physicals, vaccinations and screenings. Edward-Elmhurst has Walk-In Clinics at 11 other locations throughout the west and southwest suburbs, including nearby River Forest. For more information, call (630) 527-3645 or visit www.EEHealth.org/walkin.

IN MELROSE PARK, local franchise owner Matt Rhodes opened one of Chicago’s newest standalone Chick-fil-A restaurants in Melrose Park’s Winston Plaza recently, bringing 80 new jobs to the area. This location features a two-story interactive play area for children, free Wi-Fi, dual drive-thru ordering lanes, dining room seating for 126 and an outdoor patio. Hours are Monday through Saturday, 6:30 am to 10 pm. The restaurant is closed on Sundays. Breakfast sandwiches, platters, fruit cups and yogurt parfaits are among the items offered for breakfast; sandwiches, nuggets, strips, wraps, salads, sides, kid’s meals and treats such as milkshakes, cookies and other specialties are on the menu. For more info on this location, call 708-345-2399 or view the menu online at www.chick-fil-a.com.

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Fiction Book Club. Monday, January 9, 6:30 pm. Discuss Lutishia Lovely’s The Perfect Affair. Books available at the reference desk. New members are always welcome.

Microsoft Word 2013 Basics. Tuesday, January 10, 10:30 am to Noon. Learn how to create and save documents, basic formatting using fonts and type size and how to spell check.

Setting Limits, Goals and Rewards with Your Child.

Thursday, January 12, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Mark Bermann, Recruiter/Trainer for JCFS, will provide a guideline for parents who are struggling with challenging behaviors; learn how to avoid power struggles with your children.

Benedictine Information Session. Tuesday, January 17, 6 to 8 pm. Bellwood native James Humphries, author of 50 Things Every Student Should Know, will share his experiences and knowledge about what it takes to be successful followed by an info session from Benedictine University. Contact Tracy Teichman at 630-829-6377 or email tteichman@ben.edu to RSVP. Adult Coloring Night. January 19, 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Investor’s Rules of the Road. Wednesday, January 25, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Get help moving toward your financial goals and building wealth. Register at the reference desk or call.

Yoga Drop-In Class. Wear layers and bring a yoga mat, towel and water bottle. Thursdays, January 5, 12, 19 and 26, 5 to 6 pm.

Zumba Drop-In Exercise Class. Saturdays January 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10 to 11 am with certified instructor Rhonda Fentry. No need to register; wear exercise clothing and bring water.

Stitches Crochet Club. Mondays January 9, 16, 23 and 30, 6:30 to 8 pm. Bring your own “I” or “J” crochet hook and #4 yarn. Come when you can, leave when you must. All levels are welcome.

BERKELEY PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 1637 N. Taft Avenue; call 708-544-6017 or visit the new website at www.berkeleypl.org.

Library Closure. Closed January 16 for MLK Day. Art Workshop for Adults. Join art teacher Christine Thornton on January 14 at 1 pm. Registration required.

Hitchcock Marathon Film Festival. January 28 from 10:30 am until 5 pm. Three films shown back-to-back; enjoy pizza, popcorn and water. For ages 12 and up.

Homeschool Connections. Homeschool families can get together from 1 to 2:30 pm every other Tuesday starting January 3. Advance registration; limit 12.

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activities authors • answers Play Dough Night. Kids will enjoy play time on January 20 at 4 pm while adults watch them improve fine motor skills. For ages 7 and up.

Adult Book Club. Meets the second Wednesday of the month, 7 pm.

Newcomers always welcome. Next date is January 11.

Knitting and Crocheting. Meets every other Thursday at 6:30 pm starting January 12.

Library Newsletter. Check out the quarterly newsletter on the website to get all the details on what’s happening. Print copies are available for pick up in the library.

Homebound Service. Available to cardholders in good standing who live in the community but are unable to come into the library due to a disabling condition. Call 547-6017 or send an email to mail@berkeleypl.org for details.

FRANKLIN PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park; call the Library at 847455-6016; online at www.fppld.org.

Friday Flicks. Watch the PG-13 movie Florence Foster Jenkins on Friday, January 6, 2 to 4 pm.

Friday Family Flicks. Watch the Secret Life of Pets (PG) on Friday, January 6 from 6 to 7:30 pm.

Quilt & Sew Club. Wednesdays, January 4 and 18, 10 am to Noon.

Art & Snacks All Ages. Saturday, January 7 from 1 to 4 pm.

Study Hall. Put distractions aside on Mondays, January 9, 16, 23 and 30 from 3 to 8 pm. For grades 7-12.

Full Steam Ahead. STEAM ahead into Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Limit 30. For grades 1-3.

Thursdays, January 12 and 26, 4 to 5 pm.

Tuesday Classics. Watch the classic film Easy Rider (R) on Tuesday, January 17 from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Kids Graphic Novel Club. Meet once each month to discuss exciting titles and enjoy snacks. This month is Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier. For grades 3-5. Limit 20. Wednesday, January 18, 4 to 4:45 pm. Books available at the Circulation Desk.

My World Wednesday. Discover new languages, cultures and traditions through stories/songs from around the world. Limit 30. All ages. Wednesday, January 18, 4 to 5 pm.

Storytime with a Ballerina. An interactive, ballet-themed storytime.

Listen, participate in a mini lesson and have your picture taken with a ballerina on Saturday, January 21, 2 to 3 pm. Limit 30. All ages.

Adult Book Discussion. Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 1 pm. January 4: The Christmas Pearl by Dorothea Benton Frank.

Dance Fusion. Fun and suitable for all fitness levels presented by certified fitness instructor Rhonda Fentry. Wednesday, January 11, 7 to 8 pm.

Learn to Knit. For ages 12 through adult. Class is free. You may use the group’s extra yarn and needles for your practice project. Limited enrollment. Thursday, January 12, 7 pm.

AARP Driver Safety Course.

Saturday and Sunday, January 14 and 15, 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. Cost is $15 for members, $20 for non-members.

Yoga at the Library. Gentle yoga for all fitness levels. Wednesday, January 18, 7 to 8 pm.

NEW: Books On Tap Book Club.

An off-site evening book discussion for adults 21 and older: North of Boston

by Elisabeth Elo. Library buys the appetizers, you buy the drinks. February 1, 7 pm at Q’s Restaurant. Call the library for more information.

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Most programs require registration.

Mixed Stitchers. This knit/crochet group meets very Thursday from 7 to 8:30 pm. All skill levels welcome from novice to expert.

NORTH RIVERSIDE LIBRARY Located at 2400 DesPlaines Avenue; register by calling 447-0869 or online at www.northriversidelibrary.org.

Messy Mornings for Munchkins. For ages 2 and up with adult. Space is limited. Tuesdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31 at 10:30 am.

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Lapsit Storytime. For babies and toddlers with adult. Thursdays, January 12, 19 and 26, 10:30 am.

Pajama Storytime. For children of all ages with an adult. Meet at the fireplace on the main floor at 6:30 pm.

Tuesday, January 10.

Tales & Treats. For ages 2-5.

Snack along to fun stories and make a craft to take home. Saturday, January 7 at 10:30 am.

LEGOs Club. For 1st grade and older; kids in kindergarten may attend with an adult. Please do not bring your own LEGOs. Wednesdays, January 11, 18 and 25 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm.

Crafts & Cookies. For 2nd grade and up. Kids in kindergarten or 1st grade may attend with an adult.

Seasonal crafts and cookies! Friday, January 13, 3:30 to 5 pm.

NEW! After-School Book Club.

Call for dates and reading selections.

Family Bingo. For North Riverside residents ages 3 and older; children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring the whole family and win prizes. Saturday, January 21 at 2 pm.

Mad Science. For 1st grade and older. Dress for mess! Tuesday, January 17 at 3:30 pm.

Teens/Tweens: Wii and Movies.

Watch great movies and play newlyreleased video games. Plenty of iPads plus pizza and snacks. Saturday, January 7 from 1 to 3 pm.

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Computer Learning Labs. Does your computer or tablet make you crazy?

Whatever your tech issue, staff can help you figure it out or get to the next step.

For the total beginner through intermediate home/personal users who need help. Wednesdays, January 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 10 to 11:30 am.

Kaplan SAT Practice Test, Grades 9-12. High school students are invited to head to the RFPL to take a free, fulllength practice SAT test sponsored by Kaplan Test Prep on Saturday, January 7 at 9 am. Space is limited and registration is required.

Coffee Monday for Adults. Come to the library on the first Monday of each month for coffee, breakfast snacks and conversation. Adult Services Manager Mary Kay Akers-Stiff will talk about books you’ll love in the new year. Monday, January 9, 10 to 11 am.

Digital Drop-In for Adults. Did you receive a new gadget this holiday season? Learn how to use your new tablet or smartphone to access RFPL’s digital library, how to download apps, including hoopla movies and music, Overdrive ebooks and eaudiobooks, Flipster magazinesand even tools for learning languages. Tuesdays, January 10 and 24 from Noon to 2 pm or Sunday, January 15 from 2:30 to 4:30 pm and Tuesday, January 24, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

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Afternoon Book Discussion.

January 11, 1:30 to 2:30 pm. Discuss All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr.

Donuts for Dads. Grab dad and come to the library for crafts, books and board games as well as breakfast treats and coffee. At 10:30 am, head upstairs for a storytime by the fireplace. Moms, grandparents and caregivers are also welcome to attend with children.

Saturdays, January 14, 21 and 28, 9:30 to 11:30 am.

Tween Yoga. For grades 5-8. Find your balance. Register in advance at the library as space is limited. Wear comfy clothing and bring a yoga mat. Saturday, January 14, 3:30 to 4:30 pm.

Famous First Ladies. For adults.

Join Jenny Riddle as she dramatizes, in character, the personal lives of three remarkable First Ladies on Sunday, January 22 from 2 to 3 pm.

Magic and Medicine in Ancient Egypt. For adults. Across the ancient Mediterranean world, Egypt was renowned for its magical and medical lore. Scholars traveled from afar to visit its libraries, study texts and learn from priestly scholars. This talk by Dr. Foy Scalf will discuss how the ancient Egyptians attributed ailments to a mixture of physical and spiritual causes. Sunday, January 29, 2 to 3 pm.

For a complete listing of your library’s programs, visit their website and check out all it has to offer!

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Local success story shares tips from an exemplary career Joseph E. Johnson, registered Principal with Raymond James Financial Services with offices at 8400 W. 26th Street in North Riverside, has published his first book with the goal of sharing his “secrets” to anyone interested improving their individual or team results. “Your team already works long hours yet their numbers aren’t where you’d like them to be. You want exponential growth but all you’re getting is excuses and reasons why things aren’t getting done. The confusing part is not knowing where the true problems with your team are.

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The Chicago Hispanic Community for Peace, dedicated to providing support and education to families to prevent divorce and domestic violence, held its third annual Marriage Recognition Day Banquet at the Melrose Park Civic Center recently.

Among those honored at the event was Melrose Park Police Officer Bill Treffens who was presented with the Community Service Leadership Award, which is presented to men and women in uniform who are exemplary citizens and who not only embody the virtues of excellence, honesty and integrity but make these traits visible through their actions. The award also acknowledges individuals who share to and care for the needy regardless of their race and nationality.

Treffens, pictured at right in the photo above with representatives from the Chicago Hispanic Community for Peace, attended the event with his wife Lori and son Nicholas.

EMMY GOES TO MARY KAY WALL

At the 58th annual 2015-2016 Chicago/Midwest Regional Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Emmy Awards held in downtown Chicago last month, River Forest resident Mary Kay Wall took home a coveted trophy for her work as an executive producer for Mike Leonard’s “Nothing Special” Christmas Special.

Wall, the Director of the Telling Well and executive producer with Leonard Films, joined with Emmyaward winning, 32-year NBC-TV Features Correspondent and Filmmaker Mike Leonard nearly three years ago and the pair has since created an extraordinary series called “inCommon,” 30-minute episodes that focus on the lives of people making a positive impact on the world. Leonard, a TV and filmmaking veterans, recently said in an interview with Chicago Tribune writer Rick Kogan that “Wall is the best producer I have ever known.”

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The Trailside Museum is located at Chicago and Thatcher Avenues in River Forest. To pre-register for these programs, call 708-366-6530. To receive Trailside’s monthly program schedule automatically by email, contact the Museum at trailsidemuseum@yahoo.com and type the words “Program Schedule” in the subject line. Starting September 1, hours are 9 am to 5 pm every day. Museum building is closed on Fridays.

Nature Story Times. Nature-inspired stories, crafts and activities for ages 3-6 with an adult. $1 per child. Thursday, January 5 and 19, 10:30 am.

Winter Animal Tracking. Learn to read clues left by local wildlife on a naturalist-guided walk. Family program. Saturday, January 7, 1 pm.

Snowshoe Hike. Enjoy a guided nature hike on snowshoes if there is 4” of snow (or on foot, if not). Family program, limited number of snowshoes available. Registration required.

Sunday, January 8, 1 to 2:30 pm at Thatcher Woods.

Flint Knapping Workshop. Learn the basics of the ancient art of making stone tools. Adult program. Register by January 12. Saturday, January 14, 1 pm.

Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam. Make a simple instrument, then join the fun in a bluegrass jam circle. Bring your basses, fiddles, mandolins, guitars and banjos, too. All are welcome to join the jam. Sunday, January 15, 1 pm.

Maker/Nature Holiday Day Camps. Creative art projects and active nature exploration at one-day camps held during the school holiday. For more information and to register, visit www.thelittlebitsworkshop.com. Monday, January 16.

Owl Prowl at Thatcher Woods. Join Steve Bailey, ornithologist from the Illinois Natural History Survey for a captivating night exploring the mystery of owls. He will discuss owl behavior and identification and demonstrate his world-famous Barred Owl call. A walk will follow. Fee is $49/$39.20 for members. To register, call 847-835-8261 or online at www.chicagobotanic.org/education. Program is Friday, January 20, 7 to 9 pm.

Snow Day. Is it true that no two snowflakes are alike?

Make a snow catcher, read a story and take a closer look at snow. Family program. Saturday, January 21, 1 pm.

Winter Scavenger Hunt. Enjoy an afternoon outdoors on a hunt for signs of animal activity and winter plant life.

Warm up with snacks by a campfire. Family program. $2 per person. Saturday, January 28, 1 pm.

Nature Sketching. For adults and older children with an adult. Register by January 26. $5 fee includes take-home artist’s tools. Sunday, January 29, 1 to 3 pm.

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Notices ACOB, Jose del Mundo. Husband of Leonora, nee Napiza; father of Rosemarie (Gertrudo Jr.) Tope, James (Mayrin) Acob, Jason (Lana) Acob and Joseph (Zenada) Acob; grandfather of eight; brother of Frankie (Aurelia) Acob, Robert (Evelyn) Acob, Erlinda Guban, Nida (Leonardo) Mendoza, Cristie (Mario) Aquino and the late Reynaldo (Victoria) Acob; uncle of many. Interment private. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

AIUPPA, Phyllis, nee Nicosia, 95. Lifelong resident of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Anthony P.; mother of Joseph (Vicki) and Anthony (former wife Carla); sister of Anthony (Glenna and the late Francis), the late Tom (Josephine), the late Sam (Dorothy), the late Joseph (Mary) and the late Frank (Cindy) Nicosia; grandmother of Regina, Annamarie and Giovanna; cousin, aunt, great-aunt and friend of many. Phyllis was a lifelong parishioner of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Shrine, member of the Our Lady of Mount Carmel Altar & Rosary Society, one of the founding members of the Missionary Sisters of St. Charles Borromeo Provincial Guild, the Melrose Park Historical Society and Old Neighborhood Italian American Women’s Alliance. Entombment at Queen of Heaven Mausoleum.

ACENCION VEGA, Noemi, 26, of Addison. Daughter of Jose Leon Acencion and Catalina Vega; sister of Maria Maritza Godinez Vega, Jose Luis Acencion Vega and Manuel Acencion Vega; loving granddaughter of Maria de la Cruz Valeriano and Marcelina de Leon; niece of Virjilio Ascencion, Salomon Ascencion, Margarita Ascencion, Alfonso Ascencion, M. DeJesus Ascencion, Luis Vega, Jose Vega, Enrique Vega, Antonio Vega, Rita Vega, Evlinda Vega and Esparansa Vega. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

AGUIRRE, Pascual, 84, of Melrose Park. Husband of Maria; father of Miguel, Elba, Alfredo, Sandy and Joanna; grandfather of 14; brother of Eva and Fernanda. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

BUSH, Karie C., nee Copeland. Wife of the late Jesse; mother of Leatrice (Charles) Brown, Apostle Cristder (Carolyn) Bush and the late Sharon (Kenny) Jackson-Brewer; daughter of the late James and the late Lula Copeland; grandmother of Delond (Michelle) Bush, Crichandra (Quincy) Llorens-Tint, Dionne (Terrance) Guthrie, Jesse (Jula) Bush, Karie Jackson, Rachel Bush, Sylvia Jackson, Joshua (Jennifer) Bush, Rebecca Bush and Ryan Bush; great-grandmother of 16; sister of Plair and Girlella; aunt of many. Interment at Oakridge Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

CIOTTI, Jewel, nee Spadoni, of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Nicholas John; mother of Patricia (the late Thomas) Eboli and the late Nicholas (Daryle) Ciotti; grandmother of Thomas (Laura) Eboli III, Julie (Matthew Hernandez) Ciotti, Nicholas (Antonia) Eboli, Jamie (Tracy) Eboli, Dino Ciotti and the late Nicholas Ciotti; great-grandmother of Thomas Eboli, Nicholas Blackburn, Elizabeth Eboli, Lauren Eboli, Jesse Hernandez, Isabella Eboli, Sofia Eboli, Olivia Eboli, Thomas James Eboli and Charles Eugene Eboli; sister of the late Virginia Caliendo; aunt, cousin and friend of many. Entombment at Crucifixion Garden Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

CONTI, Mary. Wife of Sylvio; mother of the late Elizabeth Ann (Stephen) Yourek; daughter of the late Francis and Elizabeth Beverly; grandmother of Gregory (Adrienne), Christine (Tim) Birns and Kenneth (Allison) Yourek; great-grandmother of Austin, Ephraim, Jianna, Delila and Joseph; sister of Barbara Strahl. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

CUCCI, Tina Marie, nee Petruzzi. Wife of the late John, Jr.; mother of Johnny (Marcia), Angela (Tom) Tietz, Joseph (Jill), Therese Anne Davies, Michelle (Todd) McCarty and Marianne (Jay) Oczko; grandmother of Joey, Tom, Karyn, Dayna, Marissa, Breanna, C.J., Patrick, Johnny, Danielle, Alyssa and Jessica; sister of Michael (Camille) and James Petruzzi; sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend of many. Interment private. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

CULOTTA, Eleanor, nee Marocchi, 89, formerly of Melrose Park.

Wife of the late John T.; mother of Mark (Beth) Culotta and the late Andrea Culotta; sister of Joseph (the late Frank) Chilelli, Alfred (Mary Ellen), the late Edward (Barbara), Edo (Mary) Marocchi and the late Lora (the late William) Arnold; grandmother of Christopher, Andrea and Talia Culotta; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Former member of the Marche Club, Rose Lodge and the Melrose Park Senior Club and Bulger Park Senior Club. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

DESAI, Laxmiben R., nee Patel. Wife of the late Rasiklal; mother of Harshad (Bhauna) Desai, Navin (Rashmi) Desai, Kamlesh (Darshna) Desai and Panna (Dharmisth) Patel; grandmother of Nick Desai, Krupa Desai, Harsh Desai, Dharti Patel, Pavan Desai, Dhara Desai, Shivani Desai and Akash Patel; sister of Kapila Patel, Ambalal (Usha) Patel, Shantaben (Dasharada) Parikh, Ashwin (Rama) Patel and the late Sharda (the late Hemendra) Shah; aunt to many. Interment at Oakridge Cemetery. Donations to The Edward Cancer Center, c/o 802 S. Washington Street, Naperville, IL 60540 are appreciated. Arrangements

by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

FALBO, Louise Luigina, nee Covello. Wife of Frano; mother of Joseph Falbo and Maria Giulia (William) Doss; daughter of the late Giuseppe and the late Filomena, nee Savaglio, Covello; grandmother of Antonio, Giovani, Jordan, Megan and Payton; sister of Carmelina (Giuseppe) Maione; sister-in-law of Salvatore (Mary) Falbo; aunt of Raffaele (Domenica) Maione, Filomena (John) Kulesza, Gina Maione, Joe Falbo, Cristina (John) Koht and great-aunt to many. Entombment at All Saints Mausoleum. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

GEIS, Ronald H. Husband of the late Theresa; son of the late Henry and Eugenia Geis; father of Susan; brother of Shirley; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

GREENE, Nancy Marie, nee Nardella, 56. Daughter of the late Anita, nee Diamond and the late Jack Nardella; wife of Ron; mother of Christie (Drew) TenPas, Ronny (Amanda Hochsprung) and Christopher; “Amma” (grandmother) of Joseph, Nicholas, Samantha, Madyson and Dominick; sister of Teri (Bill) Faklaris and Marie (Robert) Seidel; daughter-in-law of Helen Bruno; aunt and friend of many. Interment at Wheaton Cemetery .

JUAREZ, Rose, 89. Wife of the late Felipe Juarez; mother of Ronald Juarez, Andrea Lopez, Lisa Hueseman, the late Richard Juarez and the late Anthony Juarez; grandmother of eight; great-grandmother of nine; predeceased by granddaughter Anita Rose Juarez. Arrangements

by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

KWIT, Anthony R., 30. Husband of Christine Uhlarik; son of Anthony W. (Susan) Kwit and the late Martie Wachtler; brother of Katie (Patrick Bronge) Kwit; grandson of Emma and the late Richard Wachtler, John and Josephine Kwit; nephew, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

LUSSIER, Pauline, of Melrose Park. Interment at St. James Cemetery in Lincoln, Rhode Island. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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Notices McGARR, Raymond William “Biff.” Son of the late Raymond and Patricia, nee Zoladz; brother of Megan (Michael) Vassar; nephew of Frank (the late Susan), Mary (Andrew) Bronny, Patricia (Frank) Di Maria, Michael and William (Diana) McGarr; cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

NEVAREZ, Josefina, 81, of Melrose Park. Wife of Matilde; mother of Tomasa Ramirez and Ma. Marcelina Nevarez Corral; grandmother of Wendy Barraza, Selene Ramirez, Jennifer Ramirez, Elsy Ramirez, Arely Ramirez, Fatima Barraza, Samuel Barraza, Gloria Orozco, Lupita Garcia, Yadhira Garcia, Perla Garcia and Socorro Corral. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

PECORA, Anne. Wife of the late Vincent; mother of Vincent (Deanne), Thomas and Mark; grandmother of Vincent and Anthony; sister, aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

PLATEK, Frances, nee Esposito. Wife of the late Gregory; mother of Denise Bilotto and Vicki (Bob) Dondzik; daughter of the late John and the late Jennie, nee Zito, Platek; grandmother of Michael, Marcella, Alyssa and Olivia; sister of Teda (the late Carl) Magnini, John (Marlene) Esposito, Jennie Troiani, James (Kathy) Esposito, Joseph (the late Patricia) Esposito and the late Sam (the late Nancy) Esposito; aunt of many. Donations to the American Cancer Society are appreciated. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

RADLINSKI, Andrzej, 62. Son of the late Herman and Regina Radlinski; brother of Teresa Chrusciel; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

ROEDER, Robert W. Husband of Janice, nee Duller; father of Robert C. Roeder, Valerie Roeder (Thomas Fafinski), Heather (Thomas) Harrington, Hillary (John) Cali and James (Jennifer) Saad; papa of Ariel and Matthew Saad, Sylvan Roeder, Grace and Lyric Fafinski and Austin Harrington; paw-paw to pups Memphis and Lucy Cali; son, son-in-law, brother, brother-in-law and uncle to many. Donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN are appreciated.

Interment private. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. � SPERANDO, Michael. U.S. Army veteran. Husband of Stella, nee Giampietro; father of Steven (Colleen), Vito (Kathryn) and Michelle (Gary) Klecka; grandfather of Stephen (Sara), Kathryn (Sam) Odom, Lauren (Joe) Breeden, Anthony, Julianna, Ashlyn; great-grandfather of six; brother, uncle and friend of many. Member of Melrose Park veterans and Italo-American National Union/Jake LaSpisa Lodge. Donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Memphis, TN are appreciated. Entombment at Queen of Heaven Mausoleum. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. � TORINA, Philip, of Melrose Park. Retired Sergeant, Melrose Park Police Department. Husband of Cathleen, nee Impastato; father of Sara (David) Rodriguez; papa of Leah; brother of Mario Torina, Patricia (Harold) Price; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Member of the Melrose Park FOP, coach and best friend to Phil’s Foxes. Interment private. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

VOLINI, Antoinette. Daughter of the late Jack and Carmella Volini; sister of the late Millie; aunt of Annette Tesmer, Patti Wright, Gloria Anderson and Linda Nesser; cousin of Robert (Karen) Brown and Ronald Brown. Entombment at St. Joseph Mausoleum. Donations to St. Joseph Village, 4021 W.Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL 60641 are appreciated. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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