Neighbors Magazine August 2020

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A nation that forgets its past can function no better than an individual with amnesia.

(American Author David McCullough)

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Columbus. As an Italian American (mostly an American), I can assure you that there aren’t enough pages in this issue for my sentiments on the destruction and removal of Columbus statues in St. Paul, Minnesota, Richmond, Virginia and Boston, Massachussetts. The sneakiest, most deplorable acts of anarchy took place right here in Chicago as the mayor, forced into submission by mob-rule, masterminded a middle-of-the-night maneuver, misappropriating thousands of dollars on police and public safety, municipal crews, fence removal and heavy equipment over several days—without even a shred of remorse for not conferring with aldermen, community groups or opening up any public discourse on the matter. Obviously, there are those who applaud this action. None of us knew Columbus personally and can attest to what he did or discovered but I do know this: anyone who boarded the Santa Maria in 1492 to embark on a perilous voyage across the merciless waters and winds of the Atlantic ocean, in cramped contagious quarters, eating meals contaminated with maggots for 36 days deserves an enormous bronze statue as the ultimate testament to human spirit and tenacity.

But no one wants to hear about history, extract from it what is amazing—the inventions, the cures, the battles won over dictators and oppression, the genius of astronomers, artists, authors and statesmen with incredible foresight. Everyone has an agenda, an axe to grind, a violation or intrusion on their privacy instead of looking at the big picture, the common good. A classic case of this is happening right now as our own hometowns are begging and pleading with residents, documented, undocumented, homeless, students, everyone, everywhere to take five minutes to complete the 2020 Census in one of three simple ways: online, by phone or by mail. “Enumeration,” as it is referred to Article 1, Section 2 in the Constitution, has been going on since ancient times! The Babylonians, Egyptians and Romans were among the first to try to get a head count—that’s basically all it is—and yet, it’s like pulling teeth.

The excuses are ridiculous and the data is paramount to the future of justice and the social services that everyone is demanding. Five minutes every 10 years is not an unreasonable request. No one is getting deported, no one’s privacy is being invaded—since 1879 (not that anyone cares), records have been declared confidential. The Census is about statistics only—numbers of who we are, how many we are and where we live that fuel funding that propels the programs that affect all of us—from low-income Medicaid, Head Start and SNAP to grants for mental health services to schools, clinics, roads and services for families, older adults and children. Another undercount will suck the life out of these programs. Federal funding will be allocated elsewhere. Why? Because you didn’t have five minutes.

You claim you want change, you want to be heard, you want emergency food and shelter when natural disasters strike, you want wildlife restored, you want housing assistance for older adults, you want child care, employment services for individuals with disabilities, federal Pell Grants for students, school breakfasts, better libraries but you don’t have five minutes during the day to be counted. Everyone counts. Every one of our towns deserves its fair share of billions in federal funds. The pandemic has pushed up the deadline to October 31 so there really are no excuses. If you really and truly want to shape history in a peaceful and productive way, here’s your chance: www.2020census.gov. If you need assistance, it’s out there. Visit www.provisocensus2020.com. Can your community count on you?

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more melrose Park n Tony’s Finer Foods on Mannheim n Bets on Broadway n Gottlieb Fitness Center n Dunk Donuts on Lake Street n Lucky Dog on Lake Street n Melrose Park Public Library n Sacred Heart Church and School n Harlo Grill n Café 23, 23rd and Lake Street n Veterans Park District Leoni Complex n 7-11 on Broadway n PNC Bank, Winston Plaza n Scudiero’s Bakery & Deli n Melrose Park Village Hall/Senior Center n Pan American Bank n Melrose Currency on Broadway n Caputo Cheese Market n St. Paul Lutheran Resale Shop n Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel norThlake n Howard H. Rohde Legion Post n Grant Park Recreation Center n Northlake Public Library n Villa Scalabrini and Casa San Carlo norTh riverside n Lucky Day Gaming Cafe n Catie’s Place Gaming Cafe n North Riverside Village Commons n North Riverside Public Library oak Park n Potbelly’s n Byline Bank n Rush Oak Park Hospital n Oak Park Public Library river ForesT n La Parrillita Mexican Grill n River Forest Chocolates n Trailside Museum n Whole Foods n River Forest Library river Grove n Quasthoff’s Florist n Catie’s Place Gaming Cafe n Triton College n Rich’s Fresh Market n Dunkin’ Donuts: River Road & Belmont n Bargains in a Box n Blondie’s Diner n St. Cyprian Church n River Grove Public Library n River Grove Village Hall n River Park Moose Lodge schiller Park n Schiller Park Village Hall n Al & Andy’s Restaurant n Marathon Station, 25th & Irving n Jay’s Beef n Gambino’s Fresh Market, 25th Avenue sTone Park n Firehouse Subs n Shwings Shrimp & Wings WesTchesTer n NEW Quick Mart on Mannheim n Westchester Village Hall

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UNDERCOUNTED. UNDERFUNDED. Census results help determine how billions of dollars in federal funding flow into communities each year for schools, childcare, food assistance, education, housing, roads, health clinics, public safety and so much more. It is absolutely confidential for citizens and non-citizens and it only takes about 5 minutes! Neighbors Magazine is committed to helping get the word out and get an accurate count. Let’s do this!

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Census 2020, COVID-19, Call to Action

though numbers are high

HOPES

ARE EVEN HIGHER Most area residents have never heard of CERCL

but, together with caring community groups and public officials, help is coming to Melrose Park, Maywood and beyond to test, educate, provide pediatric services and even Census assistance in August and possibly through November.

COVID, which stands for coronavirus disease 2019, is still a formidable threat to many people around the world, in the United States, in Illinois and even in the western suburbs of Chicago. While there is no vaccine yet, there is a call to action, particularly in the Proviso Township area, by a group with another acronym worth noting: CERCL, which stands for COVID Equity Response Collaborative: Loyola.

CERCL is a team of public health, medicine, nursing, law and social work s tudents, faculty and administrators who are working in partnership with community leaders and public health officials to minimize the harm from COVID to at-risk populations.

After Loyola University Medical Center identified, through statistics and treatment of patients, that certain areas in Proviso Township had high transmission rates of COVID-19 infection, CERCL decided that time was of the essence in tackling these “hot spots.” But how?

In areas with higher pove rty rates, there are few, if any, free COVID testing sites; furthermore, people who need to be tested may not even have a vehicle to get to the sites.

CERCL had a plan but they needed a partner and they found one in the Coalition for Spiritual and Public

Leadership (CSPL). Sue Ross, Treasurer and Board member of the organization, who has personally forged relationships with communities and congregations across Chicagoland, reached out immediately to Rock of Ages Baptist Chur ch in Maywood and Casa Esperanza at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Melrose Park—and both were more than willing to offer their spacious parking lots for not only testing but for what would become a one-stop opportunity for individuals and families to participate in free COVID testing (drive-through or walk-up), pediatric services (by appointment) through the Ronald McDonald Children’s Hospital at Loyola pediatric mobile health unit as well as assistance with comple tion of Census 2020 applications to avoid being undercounted—which many towns were in the last Census. An accurate count would ensure that millions in federal funds would find their way back to Proviso Township to sustain the much-needed social service programs such as SNAP, CHIP, Medicaid, Head Start for low-income preschool children, the National School Lunch Program, disaster response and much more.

Undercounted means being underfunded and underserved.

Story continues on page 8

story by tina valentino • pictured Michael Okinczyo-Cruz, Executive Director, Coalition for Spiritual & Public Development

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when numbers are high continued from page 8

“We are extremely grateful to Rock of Ages and Casa Esperanza for joining this effort,” said Sue Ross. “With social distance measures and safety protocol in place, bringing free COVID testing, pediatric services such as child well visits, school physicals and vaccinations, and even Census help all in one place, where people can walk up or drive through, these multipurpose sites will have a tremendous impact on the collective hea lth of the Proviso Township area. Through the efforts of CERCL, the Loyola lab will run all COVID tests immediately with results within 24-48 hours. By getting fast test results, it helps people identify and catch the virus early, get them to quarantine and avoid infecting others. This program also offers follow-up with individuals and families who need support during quarantine,” explained Ross.

The spacious parking lots at both locations where testing will be done week ly in August will be divided up to provide plenty of distance—for drivers and passengers who wish to remain in their vehicles and for tents, tables and chairs to accommodate area residents who walk to the testing sites.

Trained staff will be on hand to provide testing while taking every precaution to safeguard attendees from potential infection.

“Our hope is to test 50-100 people at each of the events,” added Ross. “This is the maximum capacity that Loyola can process quickly and we sincerely hope to reach this goal.

Basically, this is a pilot program and, if all goes well, we hope to open up two more sites in Proviso Township, pursue grant funding and continue this effort into November, doing whatever we can to minimize the spread of the virus. We want to test for those who are positive, reassure those who are negative and provide as much information and medical support as possible to all to get through this crisis,” said Ross, whose own relatives— of all ages—have been affected by COVID-19.

CERCL is also interested in knowing the stories of people who have been affected by COVID to utilize the power of personal stories to highlight the health inequities within communities and to pressure legislators and community representatives to advocate for social justice. CERCL members are hopeful that these stories will increase the testing capacity of COVID-19 for emergency responsiveness equity and bring much-needed awar eness. Have you or anyone you know been infected with the virus? Are you a frontline health worker? An essential worker? A community member worried about the pandemic? COVID wants to hear your story an believes that every story can help promote change. Interviews can be conducted in English or Spanish via written text, phone, or video, depending on your preference. For more information, send an email to LUPHAorg@gmail.com, call 708/316-7709 or visit the website at https:/ /www.luc.edu/parkinson/covidstories/ Locations and dates for the testing events for anyone experiencing COVID-19 symptoms and anyone concerned about exposure to COVID-19: ROCK OF AGES BAPTIST CHURCH, 1309 Madison Street in Maywood. No appointment is necessary.

Wednesday, August 5 • 1-4 pm Wednesday, August 12 • 1-4 pm Wednesday, August 19 • 1-4 pm CASA ESPERANZA at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish, 1101 N. 23rd Avenue in Melrose Park. No appointment is necessary.

Friday, August 7 • 1-4 pm Friday, August 14 • 1-4 pm Friday, August 21• 1-4 pm For pediatric services, make an appointment with Gwen at Rock of Ages by calling 708/689-0909 or with Alejandra at Casa Esperanza at 708/345-3632.

Anyone attending the sites is encouraged to bring identification or insurance cards, if possible; no one will be turned away for lack of insurance.

Information can also be found on page 21.

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After he retired, Tony Novak ordered himself a coffee cup that said North Riverside Fire on one side and his name on the other.

Every day since he retired in 1997, he drinks out of that cup and it brings back memories of his 28-year career with the department and memories of helping people, saving lives and property.

The cup brings him so much joy he decided it was the perfect way to recognize everyone keeping the Village running smoothly during the COVID-19 crisis.

When Tony Novak served on the North Riverside Fire Department, he put his life on the line every day. He rarely reflects on the dangers of his career but he often thinks about how gratifying it was when someone he helped stopped in at the firehouse with cookies, a cake or a meal to show their appreciation to the crew. “It would make our day to know that we made a difference in someone’s life,” said Tony. He retired in 1997, drinks from his favorite personalized mug every day and decided one morning during the state lockdown that it was time to show his appreciation to those working to keep the Village of North Riverside running smoothly during the pandemic.

“I wrote a letter to the 23 homes on the 2400 block of 7th Avenue with my idea, offering them the opportunity to join me in paying for the cups. Whether they participated or not, I was going ahead with the project on behalf of everyone on this great block.” He set out to get a complete list of names and titles from each department: Fire, Paramedics, Police, Public Works, elected officials, Parks & Recreation, administration, even 911 Dispatch. In total, he placed an order for 89 coffee cups.

“I was a public servant once. Everyone at the Village now is just like me. We do these jobs to help people and that’s exactly what they do every day but, right now, these are extremely stressful circumstances.

Firefighters, paramedics and the police especially—these first responders put their lives and their family’s lives at risk not knowing if they will get the virus or bring it home to the people they love,” added Tony.

On June 17, from 3 to 6 pm, Tony unveiled the finished project on his front lawn at 2416 7th Avenue. All 89 personalized N.R. Hero’s COVID-19 Warriors cups, ordered from Tee-Shirts & Trophies in Brookfield, were on display with a public thanks to the Brazda, Czajka, Ferriter, Ferrusquia, Fisher, Gonzalez, Gulbinas, Gutgsell, Hook, Jandura, Leuck, Marentes, Miska, Novak, Rowley, Scheidler, Skryd, Szczepaniak, Trinco, Villasenor, Wozniak, Zdarsky and Zelinski families who helped cover the cost.

“It was a simple token of appreciation,” said Tony. “I think it turned out really well and I believe that if you show a good example, maybe you’ll inspire someone else to show some kindness.”

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The second installment is due August 3, but property owners can pay without any interest charge through October 1, 2020, thanks to an ordinance urged by Pappas and passed by the Board of Commissioners. Partial payments are accepted.

In addition to making a payment, property owners may use the website to: Search $75 million in available refunds going back 20 years; apply for a refund; see if you are missing out on $34 million in senior exemptions; download a copy of your tax bill; update your mailing address; submit a question, along with supporting documents; check the status of a pending refund; find out if your property is on the delinquet Tax Sale list.

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All re sidents within the geographical area are welcome to apply regardless of their race, age, religion, country of origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, and immigration status.

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The sale will be held Thursday, August 27 from 8 am to 3 pm; Friday, August 28 from 8 am to 3 pm; and Saturday, August 29 from 8 am to Noon. On Saturday, August 29 the sale will feature a “fill a bag” special for only $5. Items for sale include home décor, kitchen items, art work, craft supplies, tools, camping equipment, toys, dining ware, garden supplies, sports equipment, beauty tools, frames, vases, children’s books, antiques, party supplies, jewelry, small electronics, exercise equipment, purses, baby items, holiday decorations, pet items, CDs, DVDs, candles, luggage and much more.

Anyone interested in volunteering to prepare for the event (sorting and pricing) or work on the days of the event, can sign up conveniently online through the WFP website at www.westchesterfoodpantry.com.

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The Village of Hillside Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is a department comprised of volunteers who provide emergency response to natural and man-made disasters in the community. During state-wide and federal crises, EMA becomes part of the response as well. Membership is open to willing individuals who can devote their free time and efforts to help respond to and deal with these emergencies. Equipment and training will be provided, along with uniforms and personal protective equipment. Ongoing classes keep members efficient and current in response techniques. To become a member, applicants must be 18 or older. EMA is an equal opportunity organization. Membership applications can be picked up at the Hillside Village Hall, 425 Hillside Avenue or contact Tony Faragia, EMA Director, at 449-6410.

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KELLY JOINS RIVER FOREST TOWNSHIP Oak Park brings lifelong passion to her new position

As River Forest Township Senior Outreach Coordinator, Betsy Kelly is new to the position, but brings a lifetime of carrying out the job description: helping older adults thrive and building intergenerational connections.

Through the years, Kelly has forged strong connections throughout the community and worked with Township partner agencies such as Arbor West Neighbors, which focuses on serving older residents, and Housing Forward, which helps those facing housing instability. Township Supervisor Carla Sloan said, “Betsy has a unique combination of education and work experience related to older adult programming and outreach that made her stand out,” added Sloan. “She brings a wide breadth and depth of hands-on experience working with seniors in many capacities.”

Kelly will also play a key role in River Forest Township’s partnerships with organizations like the River Forest Public Library, Arbor West Neighbors and the Village of River Forest, said Sloan. She will also collaborate with the Oak Park and River Forest Townships’ Senior Services staff and committee and act as a liaison with government organizations in River Forest and surrounding towns.

Since April, through a grant from the OPRF Community Foundation, Kelly has been consulting with Arbor West Neighbors to help reduce isolation among older adults during the pandemic. As part of that work, Kelly has been sending “community connect” e-mails each Friday to older adults in Oak Park, River Forest and Austin. Those e-mails alert people to online and call-in events, from exercise classes to educational programs, that they can attend the following week. Anyone interested in receiving the e-mail, or in submitting an event for possible inclusion, should contact Kelly at communityconnectmail@gmail.com.

“Our elders are such an asset to our communities, and we need to tap into their lifelong knowledge and experiences more often,” said Kelly. “I’ve learned so much from older people over the years. If we are lucky, we’re all going to be old someday.”

In Oak Park and neighboring communities, Kelly is among those with a vision to come up with creative solutions to affordable housing in the area. “I want to get older adults thinking about home-sharing, such as renting out a room in their home, at an affordable price, to a college student or a young adult in general,” Kelly explained. “In exchange, the young person would help with basic chores like shoveling or running errands.”

For more information about River Forest Township, call 708-366-2029, visit twww.RiverForestTownship.org or follow on Facebook and Twitter.

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SPEED SKATERS WIN “BEST” AWARD

The Franklin Park Speed Skating Team was selected as the 2020 Best of Franklin Park Award in the Sports Club category by the Franklin Park Award Program. This is the second consecutive selection for the Franklin Park Ice Arena’s home team.

“As a small amateur club serving a unique geographical area, we are very proud to receive this award two years in a row”, said Team Captain Dejan Gakovich. “Our former skaters are competing at the highest level of international and domestic competitions.” The Franklin Park Speed Skating Team trains skaters to compete locally, regionally and nationally in short track speed skating. “Our goal is to have numerous skaters qualify and compete at the American Cup Racing Series and Junior National Championships,” said Gakovich.

“We would like to introduce more people to speedskating and grow the sport.”

The Franklin Park Speed Skating Team’s season runs from September through Marc h with Tuesday evening practices. For more information on the team, contact Dejan Gakovich at 630-853-0435.

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Virtual Brookfield Zoo run. Join Brookfield Zoo for its annual Zoo Run through September 6. While you might not be running past rhinos, zebras or big cats this year, you can still help support the Zoological Society Animal Care and Conservation Fund at home while you run past squirrels, chipmunks and birds. Just go online at www.czs.org/ZooRun and register for the race. Once your registration is complete, a packet will be mailed to you. When you get your packet, go out for a run or walk then return to the website to submit your time. All registrations included a numbered bib and a Next Level moisture-wicking t-shirt for all 5K participants and a cotton t-shirt for kids running the 1-miler. Fee is $40 for the 5K and $25 for the 1-Mile. You have until September 6 to enter your time. Anyon e with questions can send an email to marketingteam@czs.org.

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n active adults event: in-Person socially-distant Bingo. Bingo is back! Bring a friend and enjoy a boxed lunch.

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Noon to 2 pm. $10 per person for each event.

Friday, August 7, Grant Park in Northlake Wednesday, August 19, Bulger Park, Melrose Park Friday, August 28, Grant Park in Northlake n Bunco & Brunch. Bunco also returns in a socially-distant format. Socialize and enjoy a light boxed lunch from 11 am to 1 pm on the following dates. $8 per person for each event. Must pre-register. No walk-ins.

Monday, August 10, Grant Park in Northlake Monday, August 24, Bulger Park in Melrose Park

n early childhood: World explorers. Children will explore a new country and culture each week, traveling the world through art projects, dancing and songs. Ages 3-5, on Saturdays, September 26-October 10, 10 to 11 am. $29/$44 at Grant Park in Northlake. n creative arts. Kanvas Kids Painting Class.

Children gain creativity and an appreciation for art while increasing their thinking. Ages 6-12, on Fridays, September 18-October 23, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. $60/$75 at Grant Park in Northlake. n youth athletics: sports 101. Learn good sportsmanship and the basics of basketball, soccer, floor hockey, volleyball, tennis, whiffle ball and other group games while having fun. Ages 4-6, Tuesdays/Thursdays, September 1-24, 5 to 6 pm. $35/$50 at Grant Park.

Register by August. 27. n Pre-season Basketball clinics. This 4-week clinic is led by former USBA’s Annie Roberts and other former college players. All players will greatly improve with this class, from beginner to AAU level. Grades 1-8, Tuesdays, September 1-22, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. $45/$65 at Grant Park. Register by August 27. n cimbalo Fitness center: mat Pilates. Lowimpact workout to build flexibility, balance and muscle tone for ages 15+up. Wednesdays, September 16-October 14, 9:30 am. $35/$50. Register by September 14.

Cimbalo Fitness Center is located at 1203 N. 24th Avenue, Melrose Park. n cimbalo Fitness center: yoga. This class combines various elements of yoga and modifications are offered so that yogis of all levels can benefit. Yoga is proven to increase balance and flexibility and improve joints and body alignment. For ages 15+up. Fridays, September 11-October 9, 9:15 am. $35/$50. Register by September 9. n Basic obedience Training for Puppies. Owners will learn proper socialization and training skills for their puppy (with necessary vaccines) through reinforcement and rewards from ABC Certified Dog Trainer Eileen Rodriguez. Classes run for one hour a week for six weeks.

Owners ages 18+up. Thursdays, September 24-October 29, 6:30 to 7:30 pm at Bataan Park, 1220 N. 9th Avenue in Melrose Park. $70/$85. n Puppy Trick class. Tricks keep your puppy healthy and active! Ten tricks, such as shake, spin and find it are needed to pass. For owners age 18+up. Thursdays, September 24-October 29, 7:30 to 8:30 pm at Bataan Park. $70/$85.

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The following is a tentative list of summer programs: Tuesdays at the Library. Every week from Noon to 4 pm. Looking for a safe and fun place to spend a Tuesday afternoon? Sociallydistanced, kid-friendly activities. Every Tuesday: Lunchtime Movie Days at Noon then Nintendo Gaming, 2:30 to 4 pm.

Motown: The Music that Moved the World by Gary Wenstrup.

August 11, 7 to 8 pm. It was the “Sound of Young America” sung by performers like The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder and more. Gary will trace the magical journey from the power soul of “Dancing in the Streets” to the pop soul of The Jackson 5.

Cook the Book on August 15, 1 to 2 pm. The Library is starting its Cook the Book Club again. Select your favorite recipe that follows the theme and bring it to the Club. You’ll get a chance to sample the other dishes that fellow participants choose to cook and the Library will provide cool summertime drinks, such as lemonade and ice tea.

Social distancing required, please bring a mask. This month’s theme is Summertime Salads. Registration is required.

Recurring programs: Create Club on August 14, 4 to 5 pm and Tea & Mystery on August 14, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm.

Franklin Park Public library. Located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, call 847-455-6016 or visit www.fppld.org for updated information. The building is now open for limited services with modified hours: Monday through Friday, 10 am to 7 pm and closed on Saturday and Sunday. Masks are required.

Modified Computer Services. There are 11 computers available for adults/teens. There is a one-hour time limit per session. Usage is limited to essential business such as job searching, checking email, paying bills, etc.. Printing and faxi ng are available using the coin box or credit card only; scanning is also available. Keyboards are covered for easy cleaning. Limited computer help is available due to social distancing.

Things will look different! The following will be unavailable at the Library: most seating, water fountains, in-person programs, Booka-librarian service, meeting rooms, local history room, iPads, toys, STEAM kits and Early Literacy backpacks. Staff will not be handling money and th ere is no eating or drinking in the library at this time.

The following services are available: browsing, checkouts, holds pickup, service desks, library card sign-up and renewal, copying, scanning, faxing and printing, curbside pickup by request and restrooms.

Check the website frequently for updates to the virtual programming line-up and register for the weekly e-newsletter “Beyond the Books,” which is delivered to your inbox every Sunday.

Sign up at www.fppld.o rg/programming-eblast. Don’t have a computer or the internet? Just call the Info Desk or Kids Crossing Desk to inquire about virtual program offerings. more Library updates on page 28

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No Library Card? Go to the website and click on the catalog at the right hand side of the page, click on Sign Up to get started. you can also reset your PIN here or ask to have your library card number emailed to you.

Curbside Pickup. An opening date for the library has not yet been set but staff is currently offering curbside pickup. Place a hold through the library catalog (on Hillside items only) or call the library to place the hold or to ask for reading suggestions. The library will notify you when the hold is ready to be picked up. Come at your scheduled pickup time. A receipt with the due date will be included with items.

2020 Census. If you haven’t already filled out your 2020 Census form, it’s not too late! When you fill out the form, either by phone, mail or online, remember to count everyone who was living in your home as of April 1, 2020. For more information or to fill out the census form online, go to https://2020census.gov/. melrose Park Public library. For updates, call 649-7400 or visit www.mpplibrary.org.

Computer use by appointment only is available for Melrose Park residents (with a 60160 zip code) over the age of 16. Must provide proof of residency with either a library card or valid photo ID (driver’s license or state ID). Appointments, which are one hour only, must be made in advance by calling 649-7485.

Digital Library Card and 24/7 Access. If you don’t already have a Melrose Park Library card, you can register online for a digital card that will give you access to amazing online resources, such as hoopla (digital media offering movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and TV shows on your computer, tablet, phone and even your TV); Kanopy, free access to thousands of movies, inspiring documentaries, awardwinning foreign films and much more; Media on Demand/Libby is the library’s largest and most popular collection of ebooks and audiobooks, offering more than 60,000 fiction and nonfiction titles as well as 1,000 videos. Libby, an app for Media on Demand is available on iOS and Microsoft Windows 10+. Freegal also free movies and music.

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The Berkeley Library is starting its Cook the Book Club again on August 15, 1 to 2 pm. Select your favorite recipe that follows the theme and bring it to the Club. You’ll get a chance to sample the other dishes that fellow participants choose to cook and the Library will provide cool summertime drinks, such as lemonade and ice tea.

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Registration is required. river Forest Public library. 735 Lathrop, River Forest. Visit the website at www.riverforestlibrary.org for updates and virtual programs. Open to the public as of July 27th but the Library is still offering many virtual programs, and curbside service. Get fast access by following the Library on Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to the Library’s YouTube channel for storytimes and more.

Live Virtual Storytime. Birth to age 5. Join staff on the River Forest Library YouTube Channel for a live virtual storytime on Tuesdays, August 4, 11 and 18 and Thu rsdays, August 6, 13 and 20 from 10 to 10:30 am. Subscribe to the page for alerts.

Perler Unicorns for grades 5-12, Tuesday, August 4, 3 to 4 pm.

Design your own or follow a pattern to create your own whimsical beaded unicorn. Register to pick up the supply kit at the Library and receive the Zoom link and password.

Managing Back to School in COVID-19 for Adults. Therapists Layton Kirk and Natalia DeSouza from Individual and Family Connection (IFC) will lead a virtual parenting workshop focused on how to mentally prepare children for the return to school in stressful times. Register for this August 4 program at 7 pm and receive an email with the Zoom link.

Trivia Party, Wednesday, August 5, Grades K-4, 2 to 2:45 pm. Test your random knowledge. Register for the Zoom link and password.

Fairy Gardens Kit, grades K-4. Pick up the supply kit and follow along to create beautiful fairy gardens on Monday, August 10, 2 to 2:45 pm. Register to receive the Zoom link.

DIY Dragon Eggs Kit. Tuesday, August 11, 3 to 4 pm. Register to pick up the supply kit and receive the Zoom link. For grades 5-12.

Watercolor Paint and Sip, grades K-4 on Wednesday, August 12 from 2 to 2:45 pm. Pick up the supply kit and try watercolor painting on mini canvases. Register to receive the Zoom link.

School Supplies Bag Kit, ages 3-10, Monday, August 18. Pick up a program in a bag to enjoy at home. Kits will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. New bags available on a firstcome, first-served basis beginning on Mondays.

Memory Cafe on Zoom for Adults on Tuesday, August 17, 2 to 4 pm. A welcoming place for adults living with memory challenges along with their families and friends. Sponsored by Senior Services of Oak Park and River Forest Township with support from the library.

Registered participants will receive an email with the Zoom link.

Social (Distance) Stitching for Adults. Wednesday, August 26, 10 to 11 am. For those who enjoy knitting, crochet, cross-stitch or sewing, join in on the 4th Wednesday of the month over Zoom while you stitch from the comfort of home. Program is a partnership with River Forest Township. Register for the Zoom link.

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The Triton Foundation has launched its new HERO Scholarship available to all the brave nurses, doctors, first responders and members of their families as well as grocery store clerks and other frontliners in essential positions who continued to work selflessly to provide services for the wellbeing of so many during this crisis. The scholarship is also open to individuals (in district) whose income has been compromised due to job loss during these challenging times. The HERO Scholarship is for current and prospective students who reside in or out of district and is available on a first-come, first-served basis with preference given to in-district residents. Eligible students must be an essential worker, spouse or child of an essential worker or an individual in the district whose income has been compromised since March 16, 2020; enrollment in one of Triton’s healthcare/public ser vice programs is preferred but not required; scholarship must be used for Fall 2020 semester to cover tuition, books, etc.

Further, anyone wishing to donate to the HERO scholarship can give safely online and help assist as many frontliners as possible. For all the details, call 456-0300, ext. 3758, send an email to tcfoundation@triton.edu or visit the website at www.triton.edu/about/triton-foundation/.

BACKPACK GIVEBACK EVENT Register for the August 8 event Triton College and West40’s third annual Backpack Giveback Event is getting a social-distant, contact-free upgrade this year. Families are invited to just drive through and pick up their free supplies while maintaining a safe distance on Saturday, August 8, 10 am to Noon in front of the H Building.

At the event, students can receive a backpack filled with school supplies free of charge from the comfort of their cars.

Backpacks and supplies will be distributed on a first-come, first -served basis. Families without cars will be served on a first-come, first-served basis at the H Building. All walk-up attendees will be required to wear a mask.

RSVP is encouraged for this event. Please register online at www.triton.edu/backpack.

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NEIGHBORS h accEttura, Dominick, 100. Veteran of the U.S. Navy.

Husband of the late Laura; father of Angelo (Angela) Accettura and Peter Accettura; grandfather of Ashley (Joseph) Vittori and Audra (Jonathan) Hatchell; great-grandfather of Isla Vittori and Monroe Hatchell; brother of the late Jack, Stella and Antoinette; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillsi de. aPuZZo, Concetta. Sister of Anna Louise (late Steve) Sauber; aunt of Heather (Kristofer) Basile and Christopher Sauber; great-aunt of Jacob and Addison Basile. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

BruNEtti, Vito. Husband of Maria; father of Dominic (Caterina), John (Debbie), Bruno (Sara); grandfather of Johnny, Marisa, Vito and Joey; uncle of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. caLaMia, Joseph Vito, formerly of Melrose Park. Son of the late Richard and Sunday Giannone-Calamia; brother of Domenica Calamia; friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. cogLiaNEsE, Barbara. Wife of the late Vincenzo; mother of Ann (Eric) Wollenschlager, Pete (Connie) and the late Robert (Ana); grandm other of Justin, Rachel, Zachary, Cameron, Arianna (Cameron), Anthony, Alexa, Michael (Jenna) and Natalie; sister, aunt, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

DEVaris, Kathryn E., nee Mellios. Wife of Jerry and the late Peter Valavanis; mother of John (Christine) Valavanis, Ted (Peggy) Valavanis and Melanie (Greg) Steward, Nick (Becky) Devar is, Debra Devaris and Pete Devaris; Yiayia of Megan Valavanis, Stephanie (Arthur) Miller, Dan (Beth Ann) Valavanis, Catherine Valavanis, Amy (Matt Bradley) Steward, Nicholas Devaris, Brittany (Kyle) Mullan, Alex Devaris, Kyle Devaris and the late Greg (Tina) Steward II; great Yiayia of Justin, Zoe, Sophia, Viviana, Owen, Emilia, Derrick, Jarred, Wilson, Lily, Christy, Jolene and Leo; sister of Betsy (Ro bert) Doumas, late Alyce (late Joseph) Kedziora, late Lola (late Maurice) Shattuck, late George (Nancy) Mellios; aunt, godmother of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. fErrEL caNo, Maria G. Wife of Enrique; mother of Graciela (Oscar) Navar, Silvia (Humberto) Herrera, Ernesto (Yolanda), Alfredo (Maria) and Alejandro (Celestina) Cano; abuela of Jocelyn, Eduardo, Sa ndra, Yanet, Cesar, Nayeli, Daniela, Alejandro, Isabela, Guadalupe, Enrique, Alejandro, Angel and Celeste; great-grandmother of Adrian, Oscar, Elena, Sara, Rubi, Matias and Evelyn; sister, aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. gaLEckE, Olina. Wife of the late Raymond; mother of Lorraine (Thomas) Szontagh and Christine (Jeffrey) Hernandez; gran dmother of Ryan, Steven, Victoria; great-grandmother of many; sister of Dorothy and Elizabeth and the late Anna and late John; aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. notices are printed free of charge upon request on a spacepermitting basis. mail and e-mail addresses appear on page 4.

goDMaN, Fillat. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. goMEZ, Gumaro. Husband of Guadelupe; father of Miguel, Maria F. and Liliana; grandfather of Jasmine Duenez, Michael Gomez and Danny Duenez; brother of Jose, Josefina, Mauro, Concepcion, Olegario, Joel, Efren, Arturo and Irma; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. goNZaLEZ, Zulma Yadira. Mother of Melissa (Marco Garcia) Anguiano, Juan Ramon Anguiano, Maxiliano Contreras, Axel Contreras; daughter of Ramon and Carolina, nee Guillen-Segura; sister of Ramon Gonzalez Sr. and Cesar Gonzalez; aunt of Ramon Jr. Cesar Luis and Daisy; cousin of Leslie and Ashly. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. huErta, Andres Hernandez. A rrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

LaBoy, Orlando. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

La PortE, Peter L. III. Husband of Eva, nee Fazakas; father of Peter IV (fiance Jill) and Thomas; son of Peter Jr. and the late Diane; brother of Susan (James) Humpf and the late William; son-in-law of Ida Fazakas; brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many. Arrangements

by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

LoPEZ, Danely Turcios. Wife of Andres Lopez; daughter of Reyna Turcios; sister of Maryuri Oseguera; niece and friend of many.

Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

MackiN, Ann, 96. Longest serving member of the North Berwyn Park District (44 years). Recipient of the 2020 Joseph C. Vallez Award, the 2019 Charles E. Piper Award and President Emeritus of the North Berwyn Park District. Wife of the late Harold Mackin; mother of Janet, Karen, Eileen; grandmother of seven; great-grandmother of two; friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

Narcisi, Rosemary, nee Martucci. Wife of the late Louis; mother of Jeffrey (Diane Magnelli) Narcisi and Loui s Narcisi; grandmother of Louis, Lino and Graziella; sister of the late William Martucci and the late Judy (Jack) Guerine; aunt, great-aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

NuNEZ, Jose. Husband of Olga; father of Anna Lilia, Jose Jr., Myra, Evelyn, Ivan and Claudio; grandfather of Jackie, Jose III, Jayden, Jose, Sebastian, Adrian, Leilany, Kame la, Xinena; brother of Angelina, Julia, Manuel, Pedro, Luis, Herlinda, Elida, Marialuisa and Ramon; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. h PEPPEr, William Ruben, of Bellwood. Veteran of the U.S. Army. Husband of Teresa, nee McDonald; father of Desiree (Kenneth Venzant) Pepper, DeShona (Alex Robertson) Pepper, Donovan (Heidi Waltner) P epper and Col. Devin (Alicia) Pepper; grandfather of Maiumuna and Tacuma Venzant, William Robertson, Dakota, Dillon, Madilyn “Madi” and Lukas “Luke” Pepper; brother of Myra (late Vernon) Weathers, Chester (Bernice), Johnetta (Martin) Powell, Thomas (Linda), late Dorothy (late Robert) George, late Robert (late Evelyn), late Alice (late Ervin) Stewart, late Howard, late Jackie, late Margene (late Edward) Pepper, late Vivian (late Robert) Plummer, late Franklin, late James and late David Pepper; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

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NEIGHBORS PErEDa, Luz Maria. Wife of the late Rafael; mother of Rafael, Mirelle Denise and Mirama (Eric) Fergle; sister of Cruzelva Blanco, Martha (Jose) Gamboa and Guille (Frank) Sapia. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

Pyka, Frances H., nee Williams. Wife of Leo; mother of John, Debbie (Ronald) Phillips, Kimmy (Frank) Coley and the late Steve (Sharon) and Leo; mother-in-law of Jackie and Cookie; grandmother of Jonathan, Kyle, Steven, Shayna, Robby, Ashley, Amanda, Stephanie and Britany and the late Ricky and Frankie; great-grandmother of Leo, Olivia, Jordan and Gabriella; sister of Belle Hardy and the late Edgar Williams; sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend of many.

Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. raMirEZ, Ezequiel, 46. Husband of Lucia; father of Nadia; stepfather of Isak; son of Judith and the late Jose; brother of Eduardo, Edith, Eric and Joey. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. raMos, Isabel Reynaldo Velasquez. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. roBiNsoN, Lorraine Curry, nee Moore. Wife of Eugene Robinson; mother of Brenda Shelton, Deborah Lance and Ali (Sharita) Curry; grandmother of Deshawn, Kyana, Asia, Alyah, Makayla, Kaylin, Jayden and Josiah; great-grandmother of seven; aunt of Tracey Moore; great-aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. roMEo, Sabato. Husband of Anna, nee Marena. Father of Carmela (late Salvatore) Carotenuto, Marisa (Peter) Manzo, Andonella (James) Coduti, Silvana (Ralph) DiVenere and Ralph (Sandi) Romeo; nonno of Lena (Peter) Nicci, Anna (Chris) Guidi, Johnnie (Ali) Carotenuto, Rosanna (John Guy) Cervone, Bianca Manzo, James (Danielle) Coduti, Gianna Coduti, Ralph III (Beka) DiVenere, Deanna DiVenere, Joey DiVenere, Jenna (Josh) Reschke and Taylor Esposito; great bis nonno of 8 and one future baby; brother of Vincenza, the late Raffaele, the late Antoinetta, late Carmela and late Concetta; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. roWELL, John W. Jr. Husband of Christine, nee Houston; father of David Montgomery, Crystal (Robert) Reese, Nicole (Leonardo Sr.) Carter, Renee Thomas and Lakitha Lewis; grandather of 23; brother of Donald Rowell, Mary (Edward) Smith and Shirley Rowell; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. saNchEZ, Francisco Lopez. Father of Francisco (Maria Isabela Villanueva) Lopez Jr., Hector Gabriel (Katherine) Lopez, Ana Catalina Lopez; son of Catalina Sanchez-Magana and Francisco Lopez Diaz; grandfather of Amilia Katherine Lopez, Julianna Isabel Lopez, Aurora Penelope Lopez, Camila Allesandra Lopez and Olivia Caliope Lopez; brother of Gloria, Rosa, Teresa, Jesus, Alejandro, Guilermo, late Luis, late Saul, late Matta and late Gabriel; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. shELfo, Louis R. Husband of Ellen, nee Salzbrunn; father of Joseph and Richard (Adriana) Shelfo; grandfather of three; brother of six; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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suroVy, Rene John. Father of Dylan; son of Douglas Dusan (Ingrid) Surovy and Susan Varga; brother of David (Mellissa) Surovy; uncle of Millie. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. tEjEDa, Amado T., 89, of Melrose Park. Husband of Maria; father of Jesus, Mirna (Nazario) Tamayo, Martha (Alejandro) Dominguez, Raul (Barbara), Robert (Suzanne) and Maribel; grandfather of Cristina, Cynthia, Jessica, Mayra, Elizabeth, Carlos, Nancy, Jesus, Cesar, Samuel, Michael, Anthony, RJ, Madeline, Andrew and Lelani; great-grandfather of 12; brother of the late Maria Luz and late Manuela; uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. thEoDorE, Lewis, formerly of Melrose Park. Husband of Dolores, nee Flores; father of Mark (Sue), Kimberly (Laura) and Brandon (Maria) Theodore; grandfather of Samantha, Joseph and Alexis; brother of Joanne (the late Edward) Shuma; brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend of many. Member of the 4th Degree Knights of Columbus, Principal of College of Knowledge Neighborhood 28 and well-known as the former Master of Ceremonies of the Taste of Melrose Park. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. troMBEtta, Joseph. Husband of Patricia; father of Natalie and Timothy (Brittney); papa of Nicholas and Charlotte; brother of Carmen (Tammie); uncle, cousin and fri end of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

Vicari, Mary Ann, nee Rizzo. Wife of Ralph; mother of the late Dr. Ralph Vicari and Dr. Michele Vicari-Christensen; grandmother of Katherine, Brian, Ellen and Justine; great-grandmother of Amelia, Lucy, Meara, Taryn, James, Brennan and Colleen; sister of Daniel and Michael Rizzo;. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

WiNsLoW, Marguerite “Mar ge,” 100, of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Wallace Winslow Sr.; mother of Stephen (Lynn) Winslow and the late Wallace (Karen) Winslow Jr.; grandmother of Shannon (Ben) DeLeon, Dr. Lauren (Ethan) Fisher and Erin Winslow; greatgrandmother of Anna Lee Winslow, Grace and Henry Wallace DeLeon; friend of Andrzej Wlodarczyk of Krakow, Poland and neighbors Jerry and Joanne Mraz and Sammy. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. at PrEss tiME r asPa, Elisabetta. Wife of the late Saverio; mother of Anna Raspa, Silvana (John) Peconio, Adriana (Joe) Delpino, Gabriella Raspa, Saverio Raspa, Mario (Mark Tortoriello) Raspa; nonna to Talia (Ted) Delpino-Otte, Joey, Gary, Nina, Nunzio, Saverio Jr; sister of Rosina (the late Saverio) Procopio, Vincenzo (Angelina) Celia, the late Domenic (the late Carol) Celia and the late Anna (the late Pasquale) Macrina, and the late Michele (Pupa) Celia; Sister-In-Law, Aunt, Cou sin and Friend of many. Memorial donations to the American Heart Association, Arthritis Foundation or Loyola Hospital are appreciated. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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