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Years of Unbroken Tradition in Melrose Park Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel July 10-13

tina valentino “For me, prayer is a surge of the heart; it is a simple look turned toward heaven, it is a cry of recognition and of love, embracing both trial and joy.”

—St. Therese of Lisieux

Pray for us.

Gone are the simple days when we would ride our bikes around the Church grounds and circle the carnival workers, electricians and street vendors hammering and sweating and getting ready for the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Melrose Park.

Rusty rides going up, propane tanks rolling in getting ready to char a ton of sausage, lights going up and streets being hosed down. Back then, we were all about the rides, what we were going to wear, who we could beg for a few extra bucks to win matted stuffed animals and if we could stay out just a little bit later than the year before—or, better yet, go to the Feast by ourselves.

Then, before you know it, adulthood kicks in and you’re praying that you were still riding your bike instead of driving a car to church for a funeral or to repeatedly run into the chapel to light candles and plead for favors, hoping that no one notices that you were sobbing on your way out. Suddenly, it’s not just about the mouse game or lupini beans any more—it’s not even about “trying” times. These are disastrous times of overwhelming evil, terrorism, unrelenting greed, violence, indifference, cruelty to children and animals, suffering and selfishness and a planet that is buckling from negligence and abuse.

No wonder Our Lady of Fatima appeared to little children and asked them to tell the world to pray for peace and the end to wars. Little children have no agenda.

It may sound ridiculous but the day of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is my New Year’s eve, the day when, after all the work is done, I bring the best of me and the worst of me to the curb in front of my house and say under my breath: “Here I am, I’ve messed up a lot, maybe I’ve done some good but forgive me and let’s please start again,” as the statue of the Blessed Mother is carried down the street as it has been for more than a century. I am guilty of not praying as often as I should. I was embarrassed to admit that I only recently learned The Memorare. The Feast Day is contemplative and vocal prayer at its best—some devotees pray out loud all of the prayers we know by heart, some people pray through their quiet actions, some sing, while newcomers who have made the pilgrimage for the first time are aweinspired by the experience. Some non-believers just gawk and laugh. For those who Google, the query “What is prayer?’ tallies nearly 300,000,000 hits. For those who wonder what prayer is, simply ask those whose babies will be raised up, the sick and the elderly who will be recognized by the Feast Committee or any of the thousands of people who will converge upon Melrose Park, Illinois, of all the places in the world, bringing heartaches and happiness, their grief and thanksgiving, from their homes to the curb.

The absence of prayer in our schools and lives certainly hasn’t improved the world very much. And so once again I invite those who are inclined to pray, even those who aren’t sure how to pray to come to Melrose Park for the novena, the festival, for the procession. Bring your family and friends, children and in-laws, trials and joys to the curbside and celebrate a tradition that was, after all, begun by one woman... and one prayer.

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These days, something is a tradition if it lasts a decade. The religious tradition of the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, with its procession through the streets of the Village of Melrose Park, will mark an astounding 121 years this month, thanks to generations of devotees and newcomers who make the pilgrimage. A schedule of events is listed on page 33 of this issue.

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story & photos by tina valentino

RE-PURPOSE YOUR

STUFF There’s no excuse for throwing good items in the trash when others can benefit from them. Proceeds from Savers and Aspire support worthy causes.

Pictured, Savers’ Derek Perez with Tina Valentino.

amazing neighbors: Savers and Aspire It’s the season—pennants are draped across driveways and signs are posted on the corner of almost every block with arrows pointing in the direction of huge, giant, even multi-family yard sales, garage sales and estate sales that offer fun for “pickers” and great opportunities for people on fixed incomes.

But when the weekend frenzy is over, garage sale “leftovers” in good condition can help generate much-needed revenue for good causes and an always-welcome tax deduction for you.

Savers, a national thrift chain with more than 320 locations across North America, keeps more than 600 million pounds of unused goods from ending up in landfills while partnering with local non-profits since 1954. The Savers store and Community Donation Center at 10205 W. Grand Avenue in Franklin Park will celebrate one year of great deals and responsible recycling next month. Jen Bodoh, the store manager, says, “The support we’re able to provide the local community makes us proud and we’re always excited to welcome new

customers to the store and introduce them to the more than 100,000 unique items on the sales floor at any time.”

Up to 10,000 gently-used items are stocked every day, ensuring customers continuously find a refreshed assortment of quality goods. The Franklin Park store partners with the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago and Savers pays the organization for every donated item, whether it makes it to the sales floor or not. When area residents donate, they are also turning their unused items into sustainable revenue for the Foundation’s mission to lead the fight to stop seizures, find a cure and overcome the challenges created by epilepsy, including support for Camp Blackhawk for children and teens with epilepsy.

The store and drive-up Donation Center are open Monday through Saturday, 9 am to 9 pm and Sunday, 10 am to 7 pm. Major appliances, auto batteries, computers, tires and household hazardous wastes are not accepted. For information, call 847-288-0034 or visit www.savers.com.

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Aspire on Broadway, located at 117 Broadway in Melrose Park, has been a resource for shoppers and donors for more than 30 years. Offering a variety of clothing, household items, furniture and collectibles, sales at Aspire play a key role in supporting services for local children and adults with developmental disabilities—from taking their first steps to finding their first job. The store is open Monday-Saturday from 9:30 am to 5 pm and Sunday from 12 to 5 pm. Manager Shevawn Weber gladly accepts donations, which can be dropped off Monday-Friday from 10 am to 3 pm. Pick-up can be arranged for larger donations. To learn more about donating items or volunteering at Aspire, call 708-865-1638 or visit www.aspireofillinois.org.

Two Electronics Recycling events are coming up: August 9, September 13 and October 11, 9 am to Noon at Westchester Village Hall; and on the last Saturday of each month until October (Saturday, July 26) from 9 am to 1 pm at the Village of Oak Park Public Works, 201 South Boulevard.

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Plan now for Trek to the Rec 5K/Walk

Leyden Township Parks & Recreation Department is hosting its first-ever Trek to the Rec 5K on Saturday, September 6th at 8 am. Cost of this event is $20 per runner and proceeds will go to benefit the Leyden Needy Fund. The goal is to not only promote health and wellness in the community, but also to raise funds to help assist less fortunate families in the township area. The 5K route is designed to showcase some of the parks and facilities offered by Leyden Township.

Neighbors, friends, businesses, organizations and runners are encouraged to come out and enjoy a day of fitness. There are plenty of opportunities available for runners, sponsors and volunteers. The run starts from Westdale Park (3045 Sandra Ave., Melrose Park) and continues through the township, ending at the Bradley A. Stephens Community Center (2620 N. Mannheim Rd., Franklin Park). At the end of the race, enjoy a Finish-Line Celebration, highlighting event sponsors and presenting medals to the winners.

To register as a runner, stop in at the Community Center before August 16th to ensure a swag bag and a shirt. To sponsor this event, please contact the office at 847-451-5144 for details on sponsorship opportunities and packages to fit your organization’s needs. To volunteer to help on the day of the race, call the office before August 27th.

Play Bingo every Saturday at Casa Italia in Stone Park

Did you know that Casa Italia, 3800 Division Street in Stone Park now has Bingo/Raffle every Saturday morning?

Sponsored by the Institute for Community Empowerment, doors open at 9 am and games start at 11 am.

Bingo lovers are sure to enjoy the all-new format that includes $5,200 in prizes plus Hot Ball.

For more information or directions, visit the Casa website at www.casaitaliachicago.net or feel free to call 773-545-7288.

Veterans Park District hosts Movies in the Park

Veterans Park District invites area residents to a free family night out. Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy concessions that are available at Bulger and Gouin—or bring your own snacks.

Movies begin at dusk between 7:45 and 8:30 pm. July 18, Grant Park in Northlake, “Walking With Dinosaurs”; Saturday, July 26, “The Croods” at Bulger Park in Melrose Park; Saturday, August 9, “The Croods” at Trumbull Park, River Grove. For more information or rain dates, call 343-5270.

HERITAGE TRAIL TOUR HIGHLIGHTS MAYWOOD’S HISTORIC PAST Operation UpLift, the West Town Museum of Cultural History and the Historical Society of the Village of Maywood proudly present the 2nd Annual African American Heritage Trail Tour “Reflections of the Past.” The combined efforts of Dawn W. Rone, L. Jeri Stenson and Northica H. Stone have resulted in this unique event highlighting the Village’s rich past and introduces this past to local residents and the greater Chicago area.

Stops along the 2014 tour include: • Segregated Maywood (where Blacks were allowed to live) • Hurst Family Home built in 1887 (first Black Maywood family) • Forgotten Business District (areas of Black-owned businesses) • Underground Railroad Memorial at 1st and Lake alongside McDonald’s • DePaul University Urban Historical Archeological Field School excavations • Homes of Prominent AfricanAmerican Maywoodians Each date includes two tours, 11 am to 1 pm or 2 pm to 4 pm Saturdays, July 12 and 19 Saturdays, August 9 and 23 Saturdays, September 9 and 23 Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for youth. To reserve your tour date, contact Mrs. Northica Stone at 708-516-0628 or send an email to ou104@aol.com.

Cruise Nights in Forest Park, Stone Park and River Grove FOREST PARK CRUISE NIGHTS. Celebrating its 5th year, Forest Park Cruise Nights will be held on the second and 4th Thursdays of each month through August 28, 6 to 9 pm in the heart of Forest Park at Constitution Court at Madison Street and Thomas Avenue. All makes of cars are welcome. Enjoy music, shopping, dining, 50/50 raffles and give-aways and more. Bring the kids—admission is free. For more information or to sponsor the event, call 771-7737.

AUGIE’S CRUISE NIGHTS. Events include trophies, 50/50 raffle, give-aways, DJ and more! For details, call Augie at 708-296-6584. Roadhouse 64, 3600 W. North Avenue in Stone Park, every other Thursday, 6 to 9 pm on July 3, 17, 31, August 14, 28, September 11, 25, October 9 and 23.

All Auto Suburban Service Center, 8201 W. Grand Avenue in River Grove. Mark your calendar for the show on August 3 from 11 am to 4 pm. Free food and drinks weather permitting.

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Hillside-Berkeley Chamber invites area golfers to play in “night” outing

Area golfers, particularly those looking to network and make new contacts, are invited to sign up now for the Hillside-Berkeley Chamber of Commerce “night” golf outing set for Thursday, August 21 at Meadowlark Golf Course, 11599 31st Street in Hinsdale starting at 7:45 pm. The event will feature nine holes of golf with a glow-in-the-dark ball, putting contest, longest-drive contest, closest-to-the-pin contest, a cook-out dinner at 6 pm as well as raffles. It’s a great way to reward your employees or gather some friends for a fun night out. Fees are as follows: Golf and dinner is only $65.

Dinner only is $25. After August 1st, golf and dinner will be $70. Bring a foursome and the cost is just $240. Hole sponsorships are available for $50 per hole or be an event sponsor for $250 as an ideal way to promote and advertise your business.

There will also be opportunities to reach the golfers through sponsorship bags so area business are invited to contact the Chamber office if they have promotional items such as pens, key chains, t-shirts, golf balls, etc. they would like to include in these bags. For reservations, contact the Hillside-Berkeley Chamber office at 449-2449 or Marty Hughes at 732-3515 soon as spots fill up quickly.

WSSS is an ideal resource for local senior citizens

Located at 439 Bohland Avenue in Bellwood, West Suburban Senior Services (WSSS) 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.

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Take advantage of Gottlieb programs and services

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.

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.

For Youth: Hip Hop Workshop, July 22 from 6:15 to 7:15 pm for ages 14 and up; Zumba Kids, July 14 to August 18, 6 to 6:45 pm for ages 6-12; Lil Pint Baseball Camp for ages 5-6 starts July 26 through August 23; Pee Wee Baseball Camp runs from July 26 to August 23 for ages 3-4; Tumbling & Gymnastics Camp is set for July 21-25 for ages 3-6 and 7-12; ask about Karate for Kids classes that start July 22; and Early Childhood Music is offered on Wednesdays, July 2 thru August 6 from 2 to 2:45 pm for ages 0-4.

Adult Fitness: Zumba Tuesdays starts again July 22 through September 9, 6:15 to 7:15 pm; Zumba Saturdays, July 12 to August 23, 9 to 10 am; Zumba Toning, July 10 through August 28, 6 to 7 pm; Thursday Night Volleyball continues through September for adults 18 and older, 6:30 to 8:30 pm each week; Leo’s Boot Camp Tuesday sessions begin July 8 and Thursday sessions start July 10, 7:15 to 8:15 pm; Fit For Life, July 26-September 20, Saturdays, 9 to 9:45 am; Kickboxing, Wednesdays, 6:15 to 7:15 pm through August 13. Ask about Pickleball and 4 Square for adults! Ages 16 and 17 accepted with a parent/guardian for some fitness programs.

Tutoring: By appointment only for 1st through 5th graders. Call for details.

Memorial Park to host Giant Community Garage Sale next month...

Sellers and Shoppers invited!

Come out and make some cash! Memorial Park District will advertise the sale through its electronic sign, flyers, and “day of” signage. The Giant Sale will be held at Eisenhower Center Fields, 700 Speechley Boulevard in Hillside on Saturday, August 9 from 9 am until 2 pm. Setup starts at 7:30 am. Cost is $25 per table; an additional table is $10. For more information call 547-3900, extension 4. There is no rain date for this event.

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Veterans Park District’s Gouin Pool and Water Slides remain open until Monday, September 1. To get a pool pass, stop in at one of the registration offices (Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th Avenue in Melrose Park, Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview in Northlake and Gouin Pool, 2400 Scott Street in Franklin Park) and complete a registration form. Call 343-5270 or visit www.veteransparkdistrict.org for details on swim lessons, AquaZumba, pool rentals and birthday parties.

Franklin Park’s Pool on Pacific is located at 9715 Pacific Avenue; hours are Monday through Friday, Noon to 8 pm, Saturday and Sunday, Noon to 6 pm. Adult Swim is Monday through Thursday, 11 to 11:45 am. A season pass is the most economical way to visit the pool but daily admission rates are available. Call 847-455-2852 or www.fpparks.org.

Triton College Pool. The School of Continuing Education offers aquatic classes for ages as young as 5 to learn how to swim as well as water exercise classes for adults. Visit www.triton.edu for class details or call 456-0300, ext. 3500.

Memorial Park District offers three locations: Adventure Bay Pool in Hillside is located on Wolf Road, two blocks north of Butterfield. Pool hours are Monday through Friday, 1 to 5 pm; Monday and Wednesday evenings, 6 to 8 pm; weekends, 1 to 7 pm. Sharp Pool, 1609 N. 36th in Melrose Park is open from 1 to 5 pm. Stevenson Park Spray Pad, 3101 Washington Boulevard in Bellwood offers a daily admission of $2 per person. Adult chaperones 18 years and older are admitted free.

Spray Pad hours are Noon to 7 pm daily. For all pool related information, details on swimming lessons and all other park programs, visit the website at www.mempark.org.

Maywood’s Fred Hampton Family Aquatic Center, under the management of the West Cook YMCA and located at 300 Fred Hampton Way, is open through Sunday, August 17 from Noon to 7 pm. Seasonal passes can be purchased at the West Cook YMCA, 255 S. Marion Street in Oak Park, online at www.westcookymca.org/maywoodpool or by phone at 383-5200 as well as at Maywood Village Hall, the Aquatic Center, the Library, the Park District and Maywood Fine Arts.

For group rates for swim parties, private events, day care camps and swimming lessons, contact Kim Polk at 708-234-0220 or email kpolk@westcookymca.org. Visit www.westcookymca.org for details on the indoor pool and programs in Oak Park.

Forest Park Aquatic Center, 7501 Harrison Street, features a zero-depth 367,000 gallon pool, an interactive play structure, two drop slides, two flume slides, a diving board, lap lanes, a sprayground, sand-play area and full-service concession area. Call 366-7500 or visit www.forestparkaquaticcenter.org.

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

Brainy Bots Book Club. Join Nick and Tesla’s Robot Army Rampage, July 21, 6 pm for grades 4-7.

Tangram Fury Tuesdays. Tangrams are Chinese puzzle games. Can you assemble your puzzle faster than anyone else?

July 8 and 15, 7 to 8 pm for ages 8-12.

Sci-Fi Movie Matinee. Saturday, July 12, 1 pm.

Technology. NEW: Atomic Training. How-to videos and online training courses provide instruction on over 150 common software applications and devices! Download and access e-Magazines from Zinio from your smartphone, tablet or mobile device. Check out www.rbdigital.com/berkeleyil/service/zinio.

The Library has a variety of electronic tools to help you locate information on a variety of subjects and class assignments. Visit www.berkeleypl.org/research. Also print, scan, fax and enjoy wireless printing at the Library.

Adult Book Club. Meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7 pm (July 9). Discuss “The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics” by Daniel Brown. Newcomers welcome.

Crochet and Needlework Group. Every other Thursday from 6:30 to 8:30 pm (July 10 and 24).

Coffee Mornings. Enjoy coffee, read the paper and more on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 am until Noon.

Social Media. Follow the Library on Facebook, Twitter and the web to see all that it has to offer.

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. Wednesday, July 16, 10 am to Noon.

Science Club. Ages 6-8. Thursdays, July 3, 10 and 17, 2 to 3 pm.

Little Eagles Storytime. Led by Leyden H.S. students and the Library’s Teen Advisory Board, preschool/kindergarten students (ages 3-5) and caregivers are invited on Thursdays, July 3, 10 and 17, 2 to 3 pm or 6 to 7 pm.

Bugs, Beetles and Bookworms. Learn about wings, stings and crawly things. Visit the Kids Crossing Desk for tickets.

All ages invited on July 7 from 3 to 4 pm or 6 or 7 pm..

Family Game Day. Play Wii, card and board games.

July 9, 2 to 4 pm.

Zoo to You: Urban Wildlife. Learn about the wildlife living in your neighborhood during this presentation by experts from Cosley Zoo in Wheaton. All ages. Wednesday, July 9 from 6 to 7 pm.

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VILLAGE OF RIVER GROVE invites you!

It’s Free! Wednesday Nite Gazebo Free Concert Join Us! Series 2014 at the

7:30 until 9 pm. All concerts are at the Gazebo in River Front Park, Ditka Drive and Grand Avenue (just east of the Des Plaines River).

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1st Prize: $500 • 2nd Prize: $250 3rd Prize: $100 Tickets on sale at the River Grove Village Hall, located at 2621 Thatcher Avenue.

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Sponsored by the River Grove Beautification Committee.

Rain date is August 16.

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The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies Control will have a clinic in the parking lot of the Library. For more event details, call 708-974-6140.

activities authors • answers Friday Flicks. “Non-Stop” on July 11, , 2 to 3:45 pm. On July 18, watch “Rio 2” from 6 to 7:45 pm.

Knit and Crochet Group. Second Saturday of the month (June 14) at 1 pm.

Learn tips and share projects.

Fiction Book Club. Discuss “44 Scotland Street” by Alexander McCall Smith. Pick up a copy at the Circulation Desk. Registration is required. Monday, July 14, 7 to 8 pm.

The Science and Understanding of the 5 Mother Sauces. Chef Michael Maddox returns to discuss these essential sauces. $5 non-refundable fee and a limit of 35. Register in-person. Program is Thursday, July 24 from 6 to 7:30 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.

Mixed Stitchers: Every Thursday from 7 to 8:30 pm. Enjoy the company of others while you crochet or knit. Age 14 and over.

Lunch and Documentary: “Percy Julian: Forgotten Genius.” Wednesday, July 2 from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. Enjoy soup, drinks and dessert; feel free to bring your own sandwich.

Share the Plate: Easy, thrifty, family meal items demonstrated and tasted from 6:30 to 7 pm on the second Tuesday of each month.

Samples and recipes distributed. Next date is Tuesday, July 8.

Adult After-Hours: Enjoy hot dogs with all the toppings, crafts, games and a movie (“A Beautiful Mind”) free to Hillside Library card holders. Non-residents may attend for $3 per person.

Make a Terrarium: Monday, July 14 at 7 pm. Free to Hillside Library card holders. Non-residents may attend for $3 per person.

Friday Classic Movie. July 18 at 10:30 am. “Madame Curie.”

From the Couch to a 5K—You Can Do It! Get the knowledge and inspiration you need to reach this goal.

Wednesday, July 23, 7 pm.

MAYWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 121 S. 5th Avenue; phone: 343-1847. Visit the website at www.maywoodlibrary.org.

Victorious 1 Heart and Soul Distribution. The group will be distributing collected items for the homeless in Room 201 beginning at 4:30 pm. For more details, visit www.victorious1heartandsoul.org.

Computer Classes begin on July 16. To see the full schedule, visit www.maywood.org/library/Comp_ Class_Library.html. Classes are free.

Rabies Vaccine and Microchip Clinic. Tuesday, July 15 from 10 am until 2:45 pm. The Cook County Department of Animal and Rabies N e i g h b o r s • 16

Control will have a clinic in the parking lot of the Library. For more event details, call 708-974-6140.

Presentation on Property Taxes. On Saturday, July 19, 12:30 pm, learn about your property taxes in Room 201. Learn how to lower your taxes, get exemptions, refunds, self-help tips and more. Bring your tax bill. Tax appeal forms will be provided. Event is free.

Get Covered America. Get Covered America will visit the Library on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30 pm in Room 202. Visit the website at www.getcoveredamerica.org.

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. Drop-in storytime is Thursdays at 10:30 am July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 for parents/caregivers with ages toddler through age 5. Story Surprises, for ages 2-5, Saturdays, July 12 and 26 at 10:30 am with Ms. Rebecca.

LEGOs Build-It Club. Saturday, July 19, 10:30 am. 2nd grade and up.

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The Frog Lady Presents Frog Weirdos. Thursday, July 10 at 6:30 pm.

Meet some of the coolest (and weirdest) animals on the planet.

Teens: Check Out an iPad. Thanks to Best Buy, six iPads are available for residents ages 12-17 to check out. For details, stop in or call the Library.

Field Trip Pack. Thanks to the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, the Library has backpacks full of everything a Nature-loving family might need to explore the world around them. Stop at the YS Help Desk to reserve the pack or for more info.

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.

Coffee Mondays. Enjoy coffee, breakfast snacks and conversation on the first Monday of every month. July 7, 10 to 11 am.

Teen Trivia Night. Entering grades 6-9? Test your knowledge on July 8, 7 to 8:30 pm.

Computer Learning Lab. On Wednesdays from 10 to 11 am, for the total beginner through intermediate home/personal user. Open to River Forest and Oak Park residents first and others when space permits. Contact the library to sign up.

Family Story Time at Whole Foods Market. For ages birth through 6 with a parent/caregiver at Whole Foods Market, 7245 Lake Street. Fridays, July 11, 18 and 25 at 9:30 am. For more info, call 366-1045.

Movie Day. For ages 4-10, July 11, 1 to 3 pm.

Dooley Brothers Concert. July 18 at 7:30 pm. Come for Chicago’s finest blend of folk, jazz, Irish, swing and good old rock and roll plus favorites from the 40s, 50s, 60s and 70s. The Dooleys (River Forest natives) have been entertaining Chicagoland for over 30 years!

Exploration Stations. For ages 3-10. Explore fun, science-based activities. July 9, 16, 23 and 30, 1:30 to 3:30 pm.

Chicago’s Movers and Shakers.

Enjoy this narrated PowerPoint presentation by Hy Speck, teacher, docent, tour guide and historian on Thursday, July 24, 7 pm.

The Gift of Story. Candace George Thompson, author of an award-winning family saga about her parents, shares ideas for engaging your entire family in discovering and documenting family memories on Tuesday, July 29, 7 pm.

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RIVER GROVE PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 8638 W. Grand Avenue in River Grove; phone: 453-4484.

Summer Reading for Adults. In an effort to promote lifelong literacy and to encourage adults to be models of literacy, the Library is offering a summer reading program just for adults. For every book listened to or read up to July 26, participants have the opportunity to be entered into a weekly drawing to win gift certificates from McDonald’s, Tucker’s, Muvico and other generous local sponsors. For more information, email Marissa at marissa.circ@gmail.com or call 4534484.

Trivia Contest and lunch from Russell’s BBQ! Adults ages 18 and older are invited to the Library on Saturday, July 26 at 11:30 am for a literature and animal-related trivia contest and a chance to win prizes. Program is free but registration is required and space is limited. Register in person or call the Library.

Book Group. Pick for July is “Wild”

by Cheryl Strayed. Join the lively discussion on Monday, July 28 at 7 pm. Register or drop in! Copies are available for pick up at the Library.

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Journey of Grief FREE Support Group.

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Summer Food Fun. Monday, July 28, 11 am until Noon.

Incorporate seasonal fruits and vegetables into meals and follow safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria. Call (866) 938-7256 to reserve a space; walk-ins welcome.

These programs are located in the Westlake Hospital Fitness Center, lower level of the Professional Building: FREE Blood Pressure Screenings. Monday, July 14 from 10:30 am to 3 pm and Tuesday, July 15, Noon to 3 pm.

Back Flexibility Screenings. Thursday, July 17, Noon to 3 pm. Takes about 5 minutes; wear loose, comfortable clothing.

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World War II Veterans Unite

PILLARS OF HONOR COMING TO FRANKLIN PARK The Franklin Park American Legion Post 974 and Pillars of Honor, a non-profit organization, invite area residents to a Day of Honor and an unveiling of the original scale model of the National World War II Memorial on Sunday, October 19 at 1 pm at the Franklin Park American Legion Post 947 located at 9757 Pacific Avenue. Sergeant-at-Arms Joseph L. Houdek asks interested veterans and individuals to register their World War II veteran’s attendance at your earliest convenience to be included in the souvenir program book. Contact Pillars of Honor, Inc. at 770 Lee Street, Suite 103, Des Plaines, IL 60016 or call 847-954-0520 for more information.

The exhibit and event is coordinated by Pillars of Honor, Inc., which is dedicated to honoring WWII veterans unable to travel to Washington, DC to see the Memorial in person. Pillars of Honor brings the Memorial to them and veterans and nonveterans alike can learn more at www.pillarsofhonor.org.

The model is the original scale model that was used by Senator Bob Dole to present the Memorial design to Congress.

It was designed by Friedrich St. Florian from Providence, Rhode Island. Pillars of Honor has this model on loan for a limited time before it must be returned and placed in the Smithsonian.

So many veterans have missed out on the opportunity to get first-hand knowledge about their Memorial and, more importantly, receive recognition for their contribution to the nation. This Day of Honor experience gives veterans the chance to learn more, visit with other veterans and reflect upon the sacrifices they and others made during one of the most trying times in the history of the United States.

HAVE YOU VISITED THE ITALIAN-AMERICAN VETERANS MUSEUM AND LIBRARY YET? The Italian American Veterans Museum and Library is housed on the third floor of the Office Center at Casa Italia, located two blocks east of Mannheim Road between North Avenue and Lake Street in Stone Park. The museum is open to the public from 1 to 4 pm on Sundays. The Museum and Library is a permanent, high-quality, aesthetic, scholarly and educational collection that also welcomes group tours and student trips by appointment.

For complete directions and hours of operation, call 312-829-2460 and leave a fax number or e-mail address.

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Groov’n in the Grove Concert Series is held at the Forest Park Picnic Grove, 7820 Madison Street Tuesday nights from 7 to 10 pm. July 15: Spakl • August 19: R-Gang Concerts are free. Beer, wine, nachos, hot dogs, pretzels, snowcones, popcorn and drink special of the month will be sold. For more information, contact the Howard Mohr Community Center at 771-7737.

Watch for details on the annual Rib Fest event and entertainment coming up in September.

FRANKLIN PARK

July 25 Street Dance and Village Auto Show, 5 to 11 pm in downtown Franklin Park Concerts at Franklin Park Park District’s North Park Gazebo, 10040 Addison, Thursdays, 7 to 8:45 pm July 10: The Blues Mavericks band and Jimmy Nick and Don’t Tell Mama perform July 17: 25 or 6 to 4, a Chicago tribute band • July 31: Inbound Kennedy August 7: The Pipe Dreams and Dennis Florine. Visit www.fpparks.org for details.

HILLSIDE

Tuesday Night Summer Concerts at the Hillside Commons, Hillside and Washington Avenues, 7: 30 pm July 22: The Ides of March • July 29: All Day Music (local band) • August 5: Grand Avenue Big Band August 12: CoverGurl • August 19: Maggie Speaks August 26: American English For details, call the Office of Special Events, 202-4343 or www.hillside-il.org Most venues ask that you bring your own lawn chair and/or blankets and perform rain or shine.

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Concessions, including beer and wine, are offered at most of the performances. Please call for details.

NORTH RIVERSIDE

Tuesday Night Concerts Under the Gazebo, 2401 S. Desplaines Avenue July 8: Wave Runners • July 15: Upscale • July 22: Stateline Country Band & Craft Show Night July 29: Dancing with our DJ • August 5: 60 Carat Rock & Cruise Night August 12: Czechoslavik-America Musicians Call 442-5515 or visit www.northriverside-il.org for more details and events.

OAK PARK

Sunday night concerts at Scoville Park at Lake Street and Oak Park Avenue, 5:30 to 7:30 pm July 13: The New Invaders (rock & pop) • July 20: Rhythm Rockets (swing/R&B) July 27: 28 Days (classic and contemporary rock) • August 3: Hillbilly Rockstarz (country) August 10: R-Gang (Motown/R&B) • August 17: Dave Rudolf (family beach party) For details, call the Park District of Oak Park at 725-2000 or www.pdop.org

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Wednesday Nite at the Gazebo free concerts, 7:30 to 9 pm, Ditka Drive and Grand Avenue July 9: Ol Red Eyes & Ol Blue Eyes • July 16: Todka Vonics • July 23: The New Invaders July 30: Hillbilly Rockstarz • August 6: Straight Ethyl • August 13: Network • August 20: Chicago Skyliners 9th Annual Desplaines River Duck Race, Saturday, July 19, 5 pm at the bridge. Top prize: $500 Call 453-8000 or visit www.vorg.us

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Music in the Park includes food, drinks and music. Call 343-5270 or visit www.veteransparkdistrict.org July 17, 7:30 to 9 pm at Bulger Park Community Center, 16th and Hirsch in Melrose Park R-Gang, “Best R&B band in Chicagoland” Thursday, August 14, 7:30 to 9 pm, also at Bulger Park Community Center: Guitarra Azul World sounds, Rumba, Flamenco and Latin jazz

WESTCHESTER

4th of July Parade, starts at Mayfair and Dorchester and ends at Veterans Park BBQ & Blues Block Party, July 18, 5 to 10:30 pm and Saturday, July 19, Noon to 10:30 pm at the Westchester Park District Community Center, 10201 Bond Street Live music including The Blooze Brothers and Welfare Whiskey; performance by Ben’s Bubble Show Music festival set for August 16. For all the details, call 345-0020 or visit www.westchester-il.org

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July 10: Rockstar Rodeo • July 17: Groove Dynasty (Ladies Night Out Dance Party) July 24: Caliente Old School (Latin with Salsa dance instructions) • July 31: Ultimate Concept Band August 7: Breakfast Club 80’s tribute • August 14: The Class of ‘68 • August 21: Party Crashers (Top 40) Free t-shirt for every $50 spent at any Winston Plaza store during this series. www.winston-plaza.com N e i g h b o r s • 28

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Each week the Farmers’ Market will feature different items, based on the availability of local produce and vendor response.

The hospital will post the Farmers’ Market menus on the facility Facebook page as well as at main entrances to the facility every Thursday morning. Hines is always open to including new vendors and items in the Market.

For more information, call Darcy Rea at 708-202-8387, ext. 23004 and follow Hines VA on Facebook.

ELMWOOD PARK FARMERS MARKET The Elmwood Park Farmers Market is now open. 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 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: 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.

OAK PARK FARMERS’ MARKET NOW OPEN The Oak Park Farmers' Market offers high quality, locally grown produce in the Pilgrim Church Parking lot at 460 Lake Street, one block west of Ridgeland Avenue. Hours are 7 am to 1 pm every Saturday through November 1, 2014. Each week a crew of donut makers arrives early to make fresh coffee, juice and donuts for market patrons—but come early because donuts often sell out before noon. Various local non-profit organizations take part in the donut efforts, earning money for the church and their organizations. Patrons can sit at a table, enjoy donuts, while listening to live bluegrass music provided by local musicians. For more details, visit the website at: www.oak-park.us/our-community/oak-park-farmers-market.

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Wanting to keep up with her older brothers, she laced up her first pair of figure skates at age 3—but, after just one week, switched to hockey skates.

He took to the ice in his early teens, first on figure skates, and then quickly switched to racers and was off on a speed skating career.

They are Kendall Coyne, 22, and Emery Lehman, 18, members of Team USA who competed in the 2014 Winter Olympics in Sochi, Russia and who shared their stories of perseverance, practice and the value of parental guidance with a West Cook YMCA audience in Oak Park last month.

"Until I was 14, I played boys hockey, and only then did girls hockey pick up and become a real sport," explained Coyne, of Palos Heights, who brought home a silver Olympic medal as a member of the USA women's ice hockey team that lost a heartbreaking game to first-place Canada. Coyne said that her parents' mantra to "do your homework first, then you're free to play," motivated her. She said her years of practice paid off earlier this year when she was selected for the USA's 21-member women's ice hockey team.

Lehman, of Oak Park, who swam at the West Cook YMCA as a youth,

competed in his first Olympics at the Sochi Games, placing 16th in the 5,000 meter and 10th in the 10,000 meter race.

A recent Oak Park River Forest High School graduate, Lehman will begin to pursue a civil engineering degree this fall at Marquette University in Milwaukee.

"I was the youngest member of Team USA and the youngest speed skater at the Olympics. I wouldn't have had this wonderful experience— two of the most exciting weeks of my life—were it not for my parents who urged me to consider speed skating and supported me all the way. Four days a week, my mom made the 200-mile round-trip drive from Oak Park to Wisconsin so I could maintain a rigorous training schedule on a dedicated track with other skaters focused on the Olympics," Lehman explained.

Coyne and Lehman, are part of the United States Olympic Committee's Team for Tomorrow program that places them on platforms to speak to young audiences about the value of

staying active and living a healthy life.

It was obvious that these young USA athletes brought home more than memories and mementos of their Russian winter experience.

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"Land of the free, home of the brave," said Coyne.

"Our Y-kids spent an inspiring hour with these two fine USA athletes who clearly represent the Olympian values of excellence, friendship and respect, which closely parallel the YMCA's own commitment to youth development, healthy living and social responsibility," noted Philip Jiménez, West Cook YMCA President and CEO. Visit westcookymca.org.

Members of the Saunders Mitzenmacher family of River Forest joined Phillip Jiménez, President and CEO of the West Cook YMCA to greet two Olympians who participated in the 2014 Winter Games in Sochi, Russia, during their recent visit to the Y. Front Row L-R: Kendall Coyne, USA Women's Ice Hockey Silver Medalist, Samuel Mitzenmacher, 8, Nathan Mitzenmacher, 10, Emery Lehman, Team USA Speedskating Competitor, who lives in Oak Park; Back Row L-R: Phillip Jiménez, West Cook YMCA President, CEO, Jacob Mitzenmacher, 13, Stacy Saunders, West Cook YMCA Board Member.

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Nightly Novena Banner Presentation Rose Presentation Memorial for Deceased Feast Committee Members Fest Opening plus Caliendo’s Band, Tony Caponi & the Romeo Brothers and The Redmonds Rockers Friday, July 11 Performances by Cadillac Casanovas’ Million Dollar Trio, the NuBlue R&B Experience featuring Carlise Guy (daughter of Buddy Guy) Saturday, July 12 Car Show, Balloons/Clown/Face Painting, Family Day Ride Wrist Bands Kagan & Gaines Music Showcase, Johnny Maggio and The Four C Notes featuring John Michael Coppola, former member of the JERSEY BOYS plus The Moods’ Motown sounds and more Sunday, July 13 Masses/Procession of the Madonna.

Vito Zatto Show and The Social Club Ultimate Variety Band On Sunday, July 13, Solemn Mass at 9 am followed by procession of the Statue of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, solidarities, family candlehouses and the faithful through the streets of Melrose Park.

The Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel is located at 1101 N. 23rd Ave., Melrose Park

Call 708-344-4140 or visit www.olmcshrine.org or www.olmcparish.org

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Celebrating achievements around us

NEW CEOS FOR LOCAL HOSPITALS Westlake welcomes Michael Ditoro and Joseph Ottolino is named to the top spot at West Suburban Medical Center Joseph Ottolino (top photo), 42, has been named Chief Operating Officer for West Suburban Medical Center in Oak Park and Michael Ditoro, 35, has been named Chief Operating Officer for Westlake Hospital in Melrose Park.

West Suburban Medical Center and Westlake Hospital are owned by Tenet Healthcare Corporation, a leading

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Alex Goslin (left) and Gianna Padula, 8th grade students at St. Allyn and LaVerne Luke School in River Forest, took their history fair project as far as a Davis aim to make satisfaction their goal student can go. The two girls from James Bratager’s class took top Allyn and LaVerne Davis, owners of honors in the Chicago Metro History Lawn Doctor of Elmhurst-Villa Park have Fair after spending several months recently left Corporate America to pursue doing research on their exhibit their own Lawn Doctor business. The married “Grace Wilbur Trout and the Illinois couple has a combined 25 years in the field Women’s Suffrage Movement.” of management, operations, teleTheir high marks secured them a communications, and human resources. place at the Illinois State History With this knowledge, they are committed to Expo at the Prairie Convention provide excellent customer service that will Center in Springfield on May 8 separate their Lawn Doctor business from where they were judged by local competitors. The couple has goals in professional educators and historians both establishing their Lawn Doctor business and providing the local community and deemed worthy to head on to assistance in various ways. Currently, Allyn and LaVerne are affiliated with the the Kenneth E. Behring National Hillside-Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, Villa Park Chamber of Commerce, History Day Contest at the University Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce, Illinois Turf Grass Foundation, and the Illinois of Maryland, College Park, where Lawn Care Association. Their main goal is to become well known and respected not over 3,000 students gathered for the only in their community, but also in the areas where they service customers. week-long event June 15-19. While “We look forward to the day when we have several vehicles on the streets bringing the girls did not take home a title, satisfaction to homeowners across many communities.” To find out more about they took home information, skills Lawn Doctor of Elmhurst-Villa Park, contact Allyn and LaVerne Davis at and memories that will last a (708) 540-4031 or visit the website at www.lawndoctorelmhurst-villapark.com. lifetime.

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Humans: The Life Long Learners And The Human Characteristics of “Safety” and the Internet Sincerity (honesty of mind) Affirmation (something exists or is true) Fostering (promotes growth or development, encourages) Evolving (developing) Truthful (habitually conforms with fact or reality) Yearning (strong desire or deep longing) If you are new to the computer world, the following sites will assist you in understanding more about them: http://www.gcflearnfree.org/computerbasics http://www.jegsworks.com/lessons/lessonintro.htm http://www.computertips101.com/more-videos.html http://www.comptechdoc.org/basic/basictut/ What is blackshades?

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89-unit “Senior Suites” development The Village of Bellwood and the Senior Lifestyle Corporation broke ground recently on the Senior Suites of Bellwood, an 89-unit affordable senior housing community at 3201 Randolph that will mark the largest capital development project in the village in the last 20 years.

The modern facility, developed by the Senior Lifestyle Corporation in cooperation with the Illinois Housing Development Authority, will be home to eligible seniors who are at least 62 years old and meet certain income qualifications that will be negotiated between the Senior Lifestyle Corporation and its various public funding sources. Senior Suites of Bellwood is projected to open in Spring 2015, and will be managed by Senior Lifestyle Management Corporation.

It will become a member of the company’s family of senior living communities that provide superior service and exceptional value. Senior Suites will feature: Spacious apartments including heat, electric and air conditioning; all utilities (except phone and cable television); weekly transportation to the grocery store; free laundry facilities on each floor; monthly housekeeping; planned social activities; daily electronic check-in service; emergency pull-cord system; spacious community rooms with TVs and DVD players on each floor; optional, flexible meal program; entry security system; on-site parking.

“We couldn’t be more excited that our hard work and resourcefulness to provide a much-needed asset for our seniors, their families and the entire community is paying off,” said Bellwood Mayor Frank A. Pasquale.

Bob Gawronski, vice president of Development and Acquisitions for Senior Lifestyle Corporation, added: “This is the perfect example of what can be accomplished when municipal, county and state agencies work in partnership with the private sector. We specifically need to thank IHDA for allocating the Low Income Housing Tax Credits and Illinois Affordable Housing Tax Credits that directly generated more than $14.7 million of private equity investment in this 89-unit senior housing community. Because of the tax credit programs, Senior Suites of Bellwood will remain affordable to area seniors for decades to come.”

Availability of apartments will be based on the order in which pre-applications are received, the availability of the apartment at the desired rental rate and the applicant’s eligibility. Shortly before the building’s opening in 2015, at the time pre-application materials are made available, the actual rental rates for the initial year of occupancy will be published.

For more information when it becomes available and to be placed on Senior Suites’ mailing list, call (312) 673-4333.

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RIVER FOREST TOWNSHIP. On Wednesday, June 18th, River Forest Township honored longtime volunteer Mary T. Small (second from left) for her many contributions to the community, including her service on the Oak Park-River Forest Township Senior Services Committee. "Although Mary is moving from River Forest, she will never be far from our hearts and her influence will continue," says River Forest Township Supervisor Carla Sloan (pictured, third from right). In this photo are the River Forest residents who serve on the Senior Services Committee, including Chairman Jim Flanagan (far left). (Photo courtesy of River Forest Township) MELROSE PARK COMPLIMENTARY SERVICES Melrose Park Police Chief Sam Pitassi reminds Village senior residents that, through a partnership with Melrose Parkbased Area Towing and S&S Towing, complimentary tire change, jump starts and lock-out service will be offered when needed. Discounted towing services will be offered as well.

Services will be provided as long as they are within the Village limits. For additional information, contact Area Towing at 708-345-HOOK. Area Towing is located at 1401 N. First Avenue in Melrose Park. S&S Towing is located at 4699 W. Lake Street in Melrose Park and can be reached by calling 708-538-0220.

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Trailside is proud to announce that several construction projects are taking place this summer at the Museum in River Forest. The parking lot and walkways are receiving an “extreme makeover,” hardwood floors are being refinished, some areas are being freshly painted and several new exhibits and a new accessible walkway and program seating in the outdoor Nature Play Area will be introduced. Construction will continue throughout the summer so check the website or call Trailside at 366-6530 for updates and closures.

“Woodpecker Hollow” Nature Play Area. Balance on logs and build with sticks as you experience unstructured playtime in this nature play area.

Summer Strolls. Enjoy guided nature walks along the trails. Family program. Register two days prior. July 20 and August 3 at 1 pm.

Nature Story Time. Nature-inspired stories followed by a craft for ages 3-6 with an adult. $1 per child. Thursdays, July 3 and 17, August 7 and 21 at 10:30 am.

Explore Your Preserves. Naturalist-guided walks.

Call to register and for meeting place. Family program.

Saturday, July 5 (Brookfield Prairie) and Saturday, August 2 (Bemis Woods), 10 to 11:30 am.

“Bone” Appétit. Join staff at feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor resident animals. Friday, July 4 and Saturday July 26; Sunday, August 24 and Saturday, August 30 at 1 pm.

Neighborhood Tree Walks through River Forest.

Meet at Trailside. Adult program. Register two days prior. August 23, 10 am.

Dog Days of Summer Hikes. Bring your wellmannered, leashed dog on a one-hour guided hike.

Family program. July 19 and August 16, 10 am.

Weekday Nature Walks. July 29 and August 26 at 1 pm.

JULY PROGRAMS Walk with Dragons and Damsels. Dragonflies and damselflies are dipping and dashing in Trailside’s pond. Learn more about them! Bring binoculars; limited amount of binoculars available to lend. Saturday, July 12, 1 pm.

Parent-Child Woodland Ramble. Enjoy a woodland walk and explore the trees, wildflowers and creatures great and small. Family program. Register by July 11. Sunday, July ASK ABOUT HOMESCHOOL CONNECTIONS 13, 1 pm.

Join other homeschoolers and learn about local nature.

Reptiles Revealed. An up-close visit with some local Limited space is available; register at least two days prior to reptiles.

Drop-in family program. Sunday, July 27, 1 to 2:30 each session. Students must be accompanied by an adult. pm.

COMING UP IN AUGUST Trailside Museum is located 738 Thatcher (at Chicago and An Afternoon with Ernest Thatcher Avenues) in River Forest. To pre-register for programs, Hemingway. Adults and families with children call 708-366-6530. Advanced registration is required for many ages 5 and up, Saturday, August 9. programs. Please note that the footpaths around Trailside Creature Feature. Learn about an animal Museum are not suitable for strollers. Ask about receiving that makes its home within the Forest Preserves Trailside’s monthly program schedule automatically of Cook County on Sunday, August 10. by email. Follow Trailside on Facebook and Twitter.

Songs of Summer Stroll. Learn to Hours through August are: identify common insect mating calls and test Building, 9 am to 4:30 pm (closed Monday) your listening skills on a naturalist-led walk on Grounds, 8 am to 5 pm daily Sunday, August 17.

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ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND!

SAN ROCCO DI POTENZA Patron Saint of the Sick 111th Anniversary Feast Celebration

SUNDAY, AUGUST 17, 2014 St. William Church, 2600 N. Sayre in Chicago

MASS: Noon concelebrated by Fr. Robert Lojek and Fr. August Feccia.

PROCESSION: 1:30 pm

The venerated statue of San Rocco along with the Holy Relic will be carried in a solemn procession through the streets of the parish, accompanied by La Banda Siciliana. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will be celebrated when San Rocco returns to the outside altar in front of church.

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On Sunday, Aug. 17 on Sayre Avenue in front of the church, from 11 am until 10 pm. Food vendors will be offering a variety of Italian food specialties, beverages and desserts and Italian novelties will be for sale—rain or shine—in the Community Tent. In front of Visit us online at church, La Banda Siciliana performs immediately the procession and Benediction followed www.stroccodipotenza.com after

by Stella Raimondi & Enzo Scarano.

JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL DINNER/DANCE ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2014 at Manzo’s Banquets with entertainment by Stella Raimondi and Enzo Scarano!

For tickets to the dinner/dance, contact Society President Vincenzo Cataldo at 847-721-8124 Josephine Bax: 847-823-8984 • Sal Aloisio: 773-551-2604 • Emilio Scalzitti: 773-237-4937

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Notices DATOLI, Michael, “Uncle Mike,” 66, of Melrose Park. Husband of Susan, nee Fausett; father of Angelo and Antonio; son of the late Clara and Ubaldo Datoli; nephew of Lidia Datoli; brother of the late Grace (the late Tony) Sabatino, Susi (the late Gino) Esposito, Adua (the late Tony) Frasca, Lena (the late Joe) Scudiero, Louise (Vince) Sclafani and the late Tony “Baker Boy” Datoli; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Donations to the American Heart Association or the charity of your choice are appreciated. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

FIORAMONTI, Mary Lou, 89, formerly of Melrose Park. Daughter of the late Joseph and Ann; wife of the late Michael; mother of Phyllis (Dominic) Miccolis and Michael (Patricia) Fioramonti; grandmother of Alicia (William) Carlini, Lisa (Christopher) Smarto, Jon (Tanya) Miccolis, Michelle (Eric) Dreyer and Patrick (Kelly) Miccolis; great-grandmother of Christopher, Gianna, Danielle, Anthony, Georgia, James, Grace and Alexander; sister of the late Helen Cholewa, the late Josephine Stanger and the late Rose Beckham.

Interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

IACCINO, Gerald “Jerry,” 61. Known to many as the Proviso Township Handyman. Husband of Theresa, nee Rewers; brother of Richard (Sue), James (Sue), William (Sue), Diane (Joseph) Bennett; uncle of Richard (Karen), Rebecca Iaccino, Deborah (Brandon) Zollinger, Allison (Ben) Schuck, William (Jill), Jacqueline (Robert) Lovejoy, Jennifer (Christopher) Schiro; great-uncle to Gabriel and baby to come, Berlin Zollinger, Quinn Schuck, Madeline and Elena Schiro; son of the late Paul and Marietta; stepson of Katherine; friend of many.

Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

MONTINO, Dorothy, nee Babashka, formerly of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Carl E. Montino; mother of Marie (the late Jack) Moffitt, Paul (the late Sandra) and Frank (Margaret) Montino; grandmother of Gary (Peggy), Scott (Shayla) and Frank (Cindy) Moffitt, Carl (Shari) Montino, Natasha (Mark) Goldberg, Gina and Michael (Sandra) Montino; great-grandmother of 8; sister of Zena Zapolski and the late Fred Babashka.

Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

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Notices NICOLETTI, MaryAnn Carmella, nee Divizio. Wife of Michael; mother of Michael (Patricia), Renee Warner and Russell (Jamie); grandmother of Joseph, Michael, Jamie, Christopher, Natalie and Carley; great-grandmother of Jordan, Brian and Ireland; sister of Leonardo (Joyce) Divizio, Lawrence (Judy) Divizio and the late Alex (Betty) Divizio; aunt to many. Interment private.

Arrangements by Russo Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. ★ STERN, Richard J. U.S. military veteran.

Husband of Violet R., nee Otto; father of Robert (Peggy) Stern and the late Nancy L. Stern; grandfather of Ashley and Allison Stern; uncle of Ronald (Janet) Megen.

Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. ★ TACCIO, Nick A. Veteran of World War II. Husband of the late Betty, nee Monahan; father of the Honorable Marilynn J. May of River Grove, Nancy Cacciato and John (Elio Regis) Taccio; grandpa of Tony (Julia) May, Franky Jean Cacciato, Christopher Cacciato and the late Nicholas May; “Papa Nick” to Gianna, Mia and Annie Perry. Arrangements by the Original Rago Brothers.

TRAVELING NEAR GALENA? You’re just minutes from learning more about Venerable Father Samuel Mazzuchelli, OP. Stop in at the Sinsinawa Dominicans Mound Center and experience the exhibit “Samuel Mazzuchelli, OP, Tracing a Journey,” which follows the footsteps of Father Samuel as he journeyed across the Atlantic Ocean from Italy through the American frontier to the Midwest. View the stunning display of Mazzuchelli artifacts, including his writing desk, chalice and penance chain. The Mazzuchelli exhibit is open Monday-Saturday, 9 am to 4 pm and Sunday, 12:30 pm until 3:30 pm. Visit the art gallery, stroll the indoor and outdoor labyrinths, the bookstore, gift shop and be sure to take home the Sisters’ fresh Mound bread.

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