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We are not here merely to make a living. We are here to enrich the world with a finer spirit of hope and achievement— and we impoverish ourselves if we forget the errand.

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Class of 2021. I’ve never been asked to give a commencement address. Clearly, I’m not famous enough to warrant an invitation; as a result, a class of graduating seniors, perched and anxiously waiting for some words of wisdom to spew out of my mouth might be predictably disappointed. My notoriety is confined to this magazine’s circulation area and sometimes my comments have no filter: two more reasons that an invitation may never come and that’s fine with me. Despite lacking the qualifications of a memorable keynote speaker, there are some thoughts I would like to share this graduation season. First and foremost, with all due respect to the actual kindergarten, grade school, high school and college graduates who comprise the legitimate Class of 2021, this shout out is for all of us— every single one of us who has persevered during this past pandemic year. It’s our graduation, too.

We’ve earned the right to celebrate what we’ve accomplished and use what we’ve learned to forge ahead. Every college and university has within it different schools (majors) from which students can pursue their passions. Throughout this crisis, without entering a classroom, most of us have double majored and graduated with high honors.

Humanities. Surely, there are subjects to be learned from tenured professors but there’s nothing like a pandemic to separate the selfish from the selfless. I have been privileged to witness, write about and even help people who checked on neighbors, cooked and gave away hundreds of dollars worth of food to strangers, donated lunches for first responders, put themselves at risk in hospitals and nursing homes—not for the money but because they were called to a higher purpose in this life. You, my friends, have rightfully earned a degree in Humanity because, in the face of the ultimate storm, you remained calm and gave hope to those who needed it most.

Economics. I can hardly manage the solar-powered calculator on my desk but I witnessed first-hand, the devastating toll the pandemic took on businesses, particularly food service, floundering month after month to survive the crippling regulations that eventually wiped out thousands of establishments across the nation. I salute those who fought tooth and nail to keep their doors open, reinventing the wheel at every turn, surviving on to-go orders, creating websites and QR codes and taking on challenges they never anticipated in their wildest entrepreneurial dreams. You, my friends, deserve a degree in economics for prevailing and remaining the backbone of our communities.

Child Studies. Buying school clothes, making lunches, volunteering and coaching at school is one thing but parents who were once waving goodbye at the bus stop on their way to work were catapulted into a stressful twilight zone of e-learning, homeschooling and motivating isolated and often depressed kids who were deprived of the socialization that is as important as classroom studies. You, my friends, deserve the degree in early childhood education.

I honestly don’t remember any commencement speeches. But I will never forget the Candle and Rose Ceremony at Dominican University. Seniors and underclassmen exchange a rose—a symbol of beauty, love and compassion (Caritas); the candle symbolizes the light of knowledge, the light of Veritas (truth). A tradition since 1928, I was proud to participate twice. We don’t always remember what we learned in the classroom or who spoke at our graduation ceremonies but even non-Dominican grads can embrace the ideals of love and truth as we move forward out of the ravages of the pandemic and go mask-free into the future, using the past year’s experiences to “enrich the world.”

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BELLWOOD n Bellwood Public Library n Mickey’s Drive-In n Gioacchino’s Ristorante n Bellwood Village Hall n Currency Exchange on Mannheim n Center at Stevenson Park BERKELEY n Republic Bank n JK Restaurant n Berkeley Village Hall and Library n Torres Fresh Market BERWYN n Lucky Dog on Harlem Avenue BROADVIEW n Chicken Shack on Roosevelt n Broadview Public Library n Broadview Family Restaurant n Lucky Dog on Cermak n Dunkin Donuts on Roosevelt ELMHURST n Silverado Grill n Lezza Spumoni & Desserts n Elmhurst Metra Station ELMWOOD PARK n Armand’s Pizzeria on North Ave. n Elmwood Park Village Hall n Elmwood Park Public Library n Elmwood Park Recreation Center FOREST PARK n NEW Charlie’s Restaurant on Roosevelt n NEW Kribi Coffee Air Roasters n Harvest 365 n Ed’s Foods n Forest Park Library n Forest Park Community Center n Starship Restaurant FRANKLIN PARK n NEW Pet Paradise Supermarket n Yadi’s Grill, 25th and Grand n Franklin Park Metra Station n Lulu Belle’s Pancake House n Al and Joe’s Deli n American Legion Post #974 n Smart Wash Laundromat n Franklin Park Public Library n Park District of Franklin Park n Franklin Park Village Hall n Leyden Township & Community Center HILLSIDE n Eisenhower Park n Hillside Village Hall n Russo’s Chapels n Holiday Inn Express & Suites n Q’s Restaurant & Pizza n Hillside Public Library MAYWOOD n Poor Boy, 1st & Roosevelt n Maywood Village Hall n Maywood Public Library MELROSE PARK n NEW Meat King on Lake Street n IHOP in Winston Plaza n West Lake Urgent Care on Lake Street n El Rodeo Mexican Grill & Seafood

MELROSE PARK, CONTINUED n Johnnie’s Grill on Lake Street n Rube’s Garage Fitness on Ruby n Ozzie’s Deli on Grand n Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel n Tony’s Finer Foods on Mannheim n Bets on Broadway n Dunk Donuts on Lake Street n Lucky Dog on Lake Street n Melrose Park Public Library n Sacred Heart Church 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 NORTHLAKE n Cuomo To Go n Grant Park Recreation Center n Northlake Public Library NORTH RIVERSIDE n Catie’s Place Gaming Cafe n North Riverside Village Commons n North Riverside Public Library OAK PARK n Oak Park Township n Potbelly’s n Byline Bank n Rush Oak Park Hospital n Oak Park Public Library RIVER FOREST n NEW Yolk Restaurant on North Avenue n La Parrillita Mexican Grill n River Forest Chocolates n Whole Foods n River Forest Library RIVER GROVE n NEW Cocina Kitchen Gadgets 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 River Grove Public Library n River Grove Village Hall n River Park Moose Lodge SCHILLER PARK n Al & Andy’s Restaurant n Marathon Station, 25th & Irving n Gambino’s Fresh Market, 25th Avenue STONE PARK n Stone Park Village Hall n Firehouse Subs n Shwings Shrimp & Wings WESTCHESTER n Quick Mart on Mannheim n Westchester Village Hall

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CONGRATS TO ALL! GET AN A+ IN SUPPORTING LOCAL

Neighbors sends a shout out to all the graduates, from kindergarten through college! We’re wishing you the best in your next great adventure! As always, we hope you’ll keep your celebrations safe, smart and local: support our neighborhood florist, caterers, bakeries, delis and restaurants, please!

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BELLWOOD

4th Annual 5K Walk/Awareness Run Janel Moreland, CEO/Executive Director of Pink Divas & Gents (a community-focused breast cancer non-profit that aims to build a trusted community of support and achieve equity for all women and men at risk and living with breast cancer), has announced that the 4th annual Breast Cancer 5K Walk and Awareness Run will be held on Saturday, June 26. Registration at 8:30 am; event begins promptly at 9:30 am from Christian Unity Church lot, 2140 Washington Boulevard in Bellwood. The $25 registration fee includes a t-shirt. For more information, see the ad on the inside back cover of this issue; call 708/571-0271; send an email to pinkdivasandgents@gmail.com or visit the website at www.pinkdivasandgents.org to download the registration form, read stories of hope, view the photo gallery and learn more about the organization.

extend the exhibit learning experience. While supplies last. Next Museum-Maker Monday dates are July 12 (Fizzy Flyer Rocket) and August 9 (Phases of the Moon Flipbooks).

Free Concert on the Lawn: Fly Me To the Moon, the Music of Vince Guaraldi. Saturday, August 7, 1 to 1:45 pm or 2:15 to 3 pm. Jazz pianist Vince Guaraldi’s music was an important character alongside Lucy, Linus and Charlie Brown in the Peanuts animated films. Jazz musicians Chris White and Sean Jacobi celebrate Guaraldi’s memorable tunes. CDC guidelines will be followed.

FRANKLIN PARK

Park District 2021 Concert Series

Kick back at North Park Baseball Fields, 10040 Addison Avenue. Concerts are free but reservations are required so be sure to call 847-455-2852 to save your spot. Start time is 7 pm.

June 8: Feel Good Party Band is a Chicago-based tribute band playing your favorite party jams.

June 15: Rico. Influenced by the spirit of Santana, they can put their spin on any genre, including Bob Marley, Stevie LMHURST ISTORY USEUM Wonder, Marvin Gaye and more.

New exhibits, Family Programs June 22: Second Hand Soul Band. Motown, soul and rock Elmhurst History Museum, 120 E. Park Avenue, has and roll is the sound that defines this Chicago band that will announced its June-August calendar of events. Visit the website have you dancing and singing. at www.elmhursthistory.org or call 630-833-1457.

June 29: Dancing Queen. The most accurate ABBA tribute Through August 29. To The Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA, band in the country brings this great pop band to life.

A Midwest Debut. Museum visitors will learn about the role of July 6: Rosie and the Rivets. Performing the best danceable Snoopy and the Peanuts characters in NASA’s Manned Flight music of the 50s and early 60s, this isn’t your typical oldies Awareness program, see displays, photos, video footage, timeband! lines, posters and Peanuts collectibles. Learn about astronauts July 13: Final Say plays it all from alternative, classic rock, from Chicago and its suburbs including Eugene Cernan and Mae Motown, New Wave, Big Hair Rock, R&B, and every decade.

Jemison and much more. Admission is free but reserve a oneJuly 20: Sushi Roll transitions between revved up versions of hour time slot at elmhursthistory.org. your favorite pop and rock hits.

Museum-Maker Monday: Build a Command Module.

July 27: The Rockfathers. Playing hits from the Beatles, Monday, June 14, 11 am to 3 pm. Free. Reserve a one-hour time Eagles, Elvis, Billy Joel, Gin Blossoms, Springsteen, Johnny Cash, slot for families to see the Snoopy Soars exhibit and pick up a REM and more.

Build a Command Module activity kit to complete at home and Summer events continue on page 8

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HILLSIDE

Save the Dates for Summer Nights!

From Classic Rock to Soul to Country, the Village of Hillside is excited to announce the return of Summer Nights concert series.

Bands will be perform at the Commons located at 4950 Washington Street; all concerts start at 7:30 pm. Save the dates and follow the Summer Nights and Village of ELROSE ARK Hillside Facebook pages as well as the Village website at Feast Schedule, New Feast Banners www.hillside-il.org for updated information.

July 27: American English, “the best Beatle tribute story of Plans are underway to celebrate the 128th Anniversary of our time.” Voted “Number #1” by Beatle fans as winners of the the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. sound-alike contests at Beatlefest® 3 consecutive years in a row.

Solemn Novena: July 9 to July 17, 7:30 pm August 3: Hillbilly Rockstarz. Chicago’s very own country Banner Presentation: July 13, 6:45 pm super group specializes in the latest hits in country music while Rose Presentation: July 14, 6 pm mixing in favorites from legends like Willie and Waylon.

Feast Committee Memorial Service, July 15, 7 pm August 10: Magic of Motown celebrates over 50 years of Spanish Mass, July 17, 3 pm Motown hits. This high-energy show features Motown harFeast Day Masses, July 18, 7:30 am, 9:30 am and 11:30 am monies, dazzling costumes and choreographed danced steps Mobile Procession begins at 1:30 pm backed by a hot band!

All activities will be streamed live via Facebook.

August 17: Seventh Heaven, always a Hillside favorite, Visit the website at www.olmcparish.org and click the link charted #1 on the Midwest Billboard Charts three times in the for the 128th Feast or call the rectory at 344-4140. past few years with their hits. For more than 30 years, 7th The Altar and Rosary is Society is selling official banners, Heaven has been an entertainment staple. garden flags, window and lawn signs. Greet the Madonna with August 24: The Shagadelics will bring their throwback party these beautiful tributes as the statue travels through the streets. to the Commons—funky clothes, platform shoes and some of Items are available in the parish office. For more information, the best dance music from the 70s and 80s, including disco, call Linda Basili at 312/315-9554. funk, dance, retro and more.

13x30 inch Garden Flags: $30 August 31: The Buckinghams, one of Chicago’s all-time 2x3 Foot Banner: $35 great rock bands returns to Hillside. Performing the #1 hit single 3x5 Foot Banner: $45 “Kind of a Drag,”“Don’t You Care,” “Hey Baby, They’re Playing 18x30 inch Window Sign: $35 Our Song” and “Susan,” don’t miss this show by Billboard 18x24 inch Lawn Sign (pictured above): $35 Magazine’s “Most Listened to Band in America in 1967.

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NORTH RIVERSIDE

Sounds of Summer and Special events North Riverside Parks and Recreation is bringing back its concert-in-the-park series and summer fun events this month.

Bring friends and family and comfy chairs and blankets to the Village Commons, 2401 S. Desplaines Avenue on Thursday nights from 7 to 9 pm. Coolers and picnic baskets are allowed this year. All CDC guidelines must be followed. For more info, call 442-5515 or follow North Riverside Parks and Recreation on Facebook and Instagram.

Thursday, June 24: Eclipse Chicago, a Pink Floyd tribute.

Thursday, July 8: The Neverly Brothers, rock and roll tribute.

Thursday, August 5: Two Beer Tommy, country.

Friday, August 13: Movie in the Park (Freaky Friday) starts at 8:30 pm. Rain date is August 7.

Celebrate the first day of summer on June 18 with Car Bingo in the Village Commons parking lot. Play five games of bingo with chances to win one or several prizes. Fee is $8 per car. Pre-register for a night of family fun.

Bring the family, tent and sleeping bags for a night under the stars on August 6-7 at Veterans Park. Watch a movie, have a snack, play games and breakfast is provided. Fee is $25 per site.

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The Village of River Grove 2021 calendar of events includes: June 6: Rodger Loni FOP 5K Race is a chip-timed (USATF IL-14067-JW certified course) race through the beautiful streets of River Grove. A fast, flat course with minimal turns. $30 entry fee ($20 for children 12 and under) with a goodie bag, tech T-shirt. Visit runrace.net for details and to register.

Saturday, June 19: Hi Infidelity rocks the hits from the 80s and today at River Front Park & Gazebo, 8701 W. Grand Avenue from 8 to 10 pm. The Village will provide water and food trucks will be available to purchase food including tacos, burgers, hot dogs and sweets.

Saturday, July 17: One Down, a Chicago cover band playing hits from the '60s, '70s and '80s, will perform at River Front Gazebo from 7 to 9 pm. This concert is sponsored by the River Grove Lions Club.

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Happy Father’s Day!

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maywood’s operation uplift Juneteenth Pop-up sale and commemoration Operation UpLift will commemorate Juneteenth on Saturday, June 19, 11 am to 5 pm on the UpLift grounds at 104 S. 5th Avenue in Maywood. The day will include a special 1 pm presentation entitled “The Spark of a Movement: The Kidnapping and Murder of Emmett Till,” presented by Pastor Wheeler Parker, Jr., cousin of Emmett Till and survivor of the infamous kidnapping and murder.

The day will also include music by DJ Master C, vendors with items for sale and much more. Proceeds will further the mission of Operation Uplift. During its 52-year existence, the Operation Uplift Center has served more than 37,000 low to medium income individuals and families who have needed a social- economic and cultural "Hand Up and Not a Hand Out." For more information, call 516-0628. You can also follow Operation UpLift on Facebook. calling all kids to the Triton college rocket camp at cernan earth & space center Build and launch model rockets at Rocket Camp set for Tuesday, July 6, 9 am to 5 pm at the Cernan Earth and Space Center at Triton College, 2000 Fifth Avenue. Each student will build two rockets: one simple and one complex that they will take home after Launch Day. Family and friends will be invited to attend the launch activities. Fee is $268 plus a $7 registration fee. To register or for more details, contact the School of Continuing Education at 456-0300, ext. 3500.

Proviso Township handyman ready to help senior and disabled homeowners The Proviso Township Handyman reminds area residents that it’s time for you to enjoy the summer season. The Handyman program can help bring out your lawn furniture so you can relax in the yard; or maybe even caulk around your windows to help save on your energy bill. Call the Proviso Handyman office to schedule an appointment or register for the program at 547-4001.

The Handman serves homeowners over the age of 60 and disabled homeowners who are residents of Proviso Township which covers all or part of the following communities: Bellwood, Berkeley, Broadview, Brookfield, Forest Park, Hillside, LaGrange Park, Maywood, Melrose Park, Northlake, North Riverside, Stone Park, Westchester and Western Springs. For regular updates on programs and services, follow Proviso Township on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/provisotwp.

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This event has many volunteer opportunities: setting up the sale, working at the sale and cleaning up when it's all done. For more information on volunteering at the sale or at the pantry, visit www.westchesterfoodpantry.org.

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The Unity in Community Foundation is hosting its 2nd annual Chicago Dogs game fundraiser on Saturday, June 26...and it’s Superhero Night! Purchase tickets online at www.theunityincommunity.org; ticket prices are $27 and an optional meal ticket for a hot dog, chips and soda is available for an additional $11. Fundraiser event gates will open at 5:30 p.m. Enter the raffles prior to the game. Game time is 7:05 pm.

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Glena Temple, president of Viterbo University and a veteran of higher education leadership as well as a scholar in botany and plant sciences, has been named Dominican University’s 11th president. She will take office on August 2, succeeding Donna M. Carroll, who has served as president since 1994 and led the institution through nearly three decades of extraordinary growth to becoming a U.S. News & World Report Top 10 regional university.

“The Board is thrilled to welcome Glena Temple as Dominican’s next president,” said Tom Abrahamson, board chair and member of the search committee. “The search process brought forward a diverse field of extremely accomplished candidates. Dr. Temple brings with her an exemplary record of achievement and leadership at multiple levels of higher education and a keen awareness of the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for Dominican.”

Temple s ays she was not looking to leave Viterbo, where she has served in multiple faculty and administrative leadership roles since 2001, but felt drawn to Dominican’s mission, its record of advancing social mobility and student success, and its commitment to equity and inclusion. “I am truly humbled and grateful for the trust placed in me by the Dominican Board of Trustees and search committee,” Temple said. “Dominican’s justice-driven mission and values deeply rooted in the charism of the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters spoke to my heart and strengthened my desire to be a part of this amazing university.”

Temple began her career at Viterbo, a Catholic Franciscan university in La Crosse, Wisconsin, in 2001 as a member of the biology faculty. In 2017, Temple became Viterbo’s ninth president. During her four-year tenure, Viterbo increased its retention, graduation and job placement rates for students. The university’s endowment grew from $43 mil lion to more than $60 million, and it expanded graduate enrollment, while adding programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

“The Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters join in congratulating Dr. Glena Temple as the next president of Dominican University,” said Sister Colleen Settles, corporate chair of Sinsinawa Dominican sponsored institutions.

Dominican University is located at 7900 W. Division in River Forest. For more information about Glena Temple, Univer sity programs and events, visit www.dom.edu.

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Register online for the link information to these VIRTUAL programs.

Camping 101. Tuesday, June 15, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Ever wanted to try camping but don’t know where to begin? Cover the basics: equipment, setting up a tent, cooking, clothing and more.

Museum of Bad Art Virtual Tour. Wednesday, June 16, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Join Louise Sacco, Executive Director, for a virtual tour of MOBA and its collection of art that “has gone horribly wrong.”

Tasty and Colorful Summer Salads. Tuesday, June 22, 6:30 to 7:30 pm. Chef David Esau will demonstrate how to create easy-toprepare salads to perk up summer meals.

Green Cleaning. Tuesday, June 29, 5 to 6 pm. Learn how to create economical, safe and chemical-free cleaning products that work as well or better than commercial alternatives.

Virtual Yoga with Rhonda, Thursday evenings a t 6:30 pm.

Virtual Zumba Live! Saturday mornings, 10 to 11 am for ages 14 and up with certified instructor LaToya Towns via Zoom.

Berkeley Public library. Located at 1637 N. Taft Avenue; call 708-544-6017 or visit the website at www.berkeleypl.org. For more program info, stop in, visit the website or follow on Facebook.

Flying Fox Conservation Fund Mammals and More. June 5, 3 to 4 pm. Learn about some of the most unique creatures from around the world.

Tween/Teen Tie Dye. June 12, 12:30 to 1:30 pm. Bring your own cotton item to dye. Bring your items home the next day. Ages 10-18.

Homeschool Connection Day. June 15, 1 to 2:30 pm. If you’re a homeschooling family or interested in homeschooling, meet up at Berkeley Park on Electric for outdoor games/play.

Silvia Foti: Local Author. June 16, 6:30 to 8 pm. Welcome local author and teacher Silvia Foti who will discuss her book “The Nazi’s Granddaughter.”

Adult/Teen DIY Tie Dye. June 19, 11:30 to 1 pm.

Medallion Hunt 2021. A small metal medallion is hidden somewhere on the public property within Berkeley! Can you find it? One clue per week is posted on Facebook. Program is sponsored by LeDonne Hardware.

Teen Gaming: June 4 and 25, July 2, 4 to 5:30 pm Lunch Movie: June 8, Noon to 2 pm. Kids are encouraged to bring a sack lunch and water bottle. Free popcorn provided.

Nintendo Gaming every Tuesday starting June 8, 2 to 4 pm.

Storytime at the Berkeley Gazebo, Wednesdays starting June 9 from 10:30 to 11:30 am Adult Book Club, June 9, 6:30 to 8 pm. Remote until further notice.

Tea and Mystery, June 11, 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Bingo, June 14, 1 to 2 pm. Have fun, win prizes.

Create Club, June 18, 4 to 5 pm. Ages 10 and up.

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elmwood Park Public library. Located at 1 Conti Parkway, call 453-7645 or visit the website at www.elmwoodparklibrary.org.

The Library is open with limited hours. Connect on social media.

Virtual Wits Workout (Zoom): Monday, June 7, 1 to 2 pm. Adults, sign up to get the Zoom link. Take part in fun activities designed to maintain and enhance cognitive brain function and memory.

Worksheets available for pickup a week before the program.

Virtual Living History—Georgia O’Keeffe (Zoom): Thursday, June 10, 7 to 8:15 pm. Adults, sign up for the link. In this living history performance, historian Leslie Goddard, Ph.D., portrays Georgia O’Keeffe, the legendary artist and modernist.

Virtual Chair Yoga (Zoom). Monday, June 14 and 28, 1 to 2 pm.

Gentle exercise for adults. Sign up to get Zoom link.

Kids & Teens Art Gallery Signup: Tuesday, June 15 (Grades K-12, sign up to get supplies). Register by June 15 and your very own work of art will be showcased at the Library this summer. Sign up for a paint, drawing or sculpture kit. When you finish, drop it off at the Library to showcase in July and August.

Virtual Gentle Mat Yoga (Zoom): Monday, June 21, 1 to 2 pm.

Adults, sign up for the Zoom link. Join Rhonda Fentry for a one-hour session of gentle exercise which can be done on a mat, bed or couch. Involves gentle stretching with some standing, sitting and lying down poses.

Graffiti the Library! Thursday, June 24, 4 to 5 pm. Grades 7-12, sign up required. Use spray chalk, window markers and stencils to graffiti the walls and windows of the Library. Program will be held outside, weather permitting.

Virtual Trivia Night. Tuesday, June 29, 7 to 7:30 pm. For adults, join on Facebook or sign up for the link. Check the online calendar or Facebook for details. Check the Facebook page at around 7 pm to click the trivia link.

Franklin Park Public library. Located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, call 847-455-6016 or visit www.fppld.org.

Building is currently closed but staff still offers curbside pick up and virtual programs.

Storytime @ Home (Facebook Live). For ages 0-5 with caregiver.

Wednesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 3:30 to 3:45 pm.

Storytime and Craft @ Home (Zoom). Craft can be picked up throughout the week. Register at fppld.org/kids/programs to get the Zoom link. For ages 0-5 with caregiver. Fridays, June 4, 11, 18 and 25 from 10 to 10:30 am.

Virtual Dance Party! Bring your best dance moves to the live online Zoom Dance Party. Register at fppld.org/kids/programs for the Zoom link. Friday, June 4, 4 to 5 pm.

Beach Terrarium Take-Home Kits. For adults. Kits are available on a first come, first serve basis. Monday, June 7 to Friday, June11.

Chair Yoga on Zoom. Mondays, June 7 and 21, 3 to 4 pm.

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GOUIN POOL & WATERSLIDES, 2400 SCOTT, FRANKLIN PARK Pre-Season Weekend June 5-6, Noon to 6 pm Ask about the new Punch Pass for 2021 VPD’s ability to run these programs may depend upon local, state and federal guidelines regarding group activities. Information will be shared as it becomes available. Call the office at 708-343-5270, check the website at www.vpdpark.org or follow the Facebook page for updates on any program including Early Childhood, Athletic, Active Adults, Fitness Classes at Cimbalo Fitness Center and Special Recreation programs!

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n BinGo! On the following dates, Noon to 2 pm. $10 per person each event. Boxed lunch provided. Win gift cards!

Friday, June 11 at Grant Park in Northlake Wednesday, June 16 at Bulger Park in Melrose Park Wednesday, June 23 at Grant park in Northlake Friday, June 30 at Grant Park in Northlake n Bunco and Brunch. Calling all Bunco lovers! Fee is $8 per person per event.

Monday, June 7, 11 am to 1 pm at Grant Park, Northlake.

Monday, June 21, 11 am to 1 pm at George A. Leoni Complex, 800 17th Avenue in Melrose Park.

n creative arts: drawing. Basic drawing techniques will be covered, aiming to uncover your creative side and interpret what you see. Stay on or join the intermediate class to enhance techniques.

Beginners, Ages 6 and up. Mondays, June 7-26, 6:30 to 7:30 pm at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake. $60/$75.

Intermediate, Ages 6 and up. Mondays, June 7-26, 7:30 to 8:30 pm at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake. $65/$80. n Gouin Pool & Waterslides. Opening for the season! Pre-Season Weekend is June 5-6 from Noon to 6 pm. Hours subject to change. Daily walk-in fee District Residents Only is $5 per person. New for 2021 only, VPD will be offering a punch pass: 20 punches for $60. Open on a first-come, first-serve basis until capacity is reached based on current guidelines set by Governor Pritzker. For updated information, call 343-5270 or 847-451-9396. n youth athletics: sand volleyball. This fun and instructional program prepares players to succeed in volleyball. Program is offered on an outdoor volleyball court so prepare to get dirty! Ages 10-15, Mondays, July 5-28, from 5 to 6 pm at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake. $55/$70. n vPd Baseball academy. Three different types of clinics to better your baseball skills. Hitters need to bring their own bat and hitting gloves; fielders and pitchers need to bring their own gloves.

Hitting Clinic: Tuesdays, July 13-27 Fielding Clinic: Wednesdays, July 9-23 Pitching Clinic: Thursdays, July 15-29 Ages 8 and up, 4 to 6 pm at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake. $55/$70. n sports 101. Children learn the basics for a variety of different sports: basketball, soccer, floor hockey, volleyball, tennis, whiffle ball and more. Develop large motor skills and hand/eye coordination. Ages 5-7, Mondays, July 12-August 9, 5-6 pm, Grant Park Rec Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake. $55/$70.

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Thursdays, June 10-July 8, 6:30 pm at Cimbalo Fitness Center, 1203 N. 24th Avenue, Melrose Park. $40/$55.

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Franklin Park Public library, continued Bubble Tea Take-Home Kit. Kit includes ingredients to make one delicious drink. Bring your cup back to the library on Friday, June 18 to decorate it. Kits are limited. For grades 6-12 on Monday, June 14 through Friday, June 18.

Father’s Day Homemade BBQ Sauce Take-Home Kit. Make something delicious for dad. Kits available on a first come, first serve basis.

All ages. Monday, June 14 through Friday, June 18.

Tai Chi on Zoom. Registration required. Tuesdays, June 15 and 29, 6 to 7 pm. Visit fppld.org/adults.programs. hillside Public library. Located at 405 Hillside Avenue, call 449-7510 or visit www.hillsidelibrary.org. Follow on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. Hours, events and procedures are subject to change so call for more information and utilize the online library.

Computers. Patrons may use the computers for one hour each day. Times are limited and registration is required.

Free Notary Services. Make a reservation with the notary.

Adults First Wednesday Monthly Book Discussion. On Zoom until further notice. Visitors and new members always welcome. On June 9 at 2 pm: The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides.

Movie Kits. Ask about the movie kit the next time you check out a DVD. One kit per family. Supplies limited.

Craft Kit. Pick up a simple craft kit for any age and ability, one per family while supplies last.

Silvia Foti In Person. Meet local author and Proviso Math and Science English teacher Silvia Foti who will discuss her book “The Nazi Granddaughter: How I Discovered My Grandfather Was A War Criminal.” For adults and teens. July 10 at 5 pm.

Summer Reading Programs for adults, teens and children.

Registration begins Monday, June 7. Participate in book discussions, outdoor programs, activities, prizes and fun for all ages.

Yoga for Adults will be back in June. Watch for details. melrose Park Public library. 801 Broadway. Call 649-7400 for current hours or visit www.mpplibrary.org.

2021 Summer Reading Challenge: Reading Colors Your World!

Use the online service Beanstack. Challenge dates are June 7 through August 9 and registration is open. All ages can participate.

Find more details on the library website.

Express Services. The library is open for checking out material, returning material, applying/renewing library cards, self-service photocopying, mobile printing and scanning. Ask abo ut faxing.

Computer reservations. Limited computer use is available for Melrose Park or Maywood residents ages 16 and older. Reservations must be made in advance and a valid ID presented at the time of your appointment. Call 649-7485 to schedule a time.

Books in a Bag: Let staff pick your next great read. Visit the website to fill out a form with your reading interests. For adults, teens and children.

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fun, informative activities authors • answers melrose Park library, continued Virtual Youth Services. Check out the Melrose Park Library’s official YouTube channel. Call for info or stop in to pick up Make It Monday weekly craft supplies for ages 3 and up. Online storytime is also available on the YouTube channel. northlake Public library. 231 N. Wolf Road in Northlake.

Call 562-2301 or visit the website at www.northlakelibrary.org.

Summer Reading Kickoff Goodie Bags. June 5-6 while supplies last. Complete your reading log online June 1-July 31 to be entered to win prizes.

Sidewalk Chalk. Sign up by calling 562-2301, ext. 6 to decorate a sidewalk square in front of the library. Chalk provided, just bring the family and creativity. Wednesday, June 9, 7 to 8 pm Virtual Family Sip & Paint. For all ages. Follow along through Zoom with an online instructor to create a work of art. Must register.

To reserve a canvas kit, call 562-2301, ext. 6. Wednesday, June 23, 7 to 8 pm.

ADULTS: Kitchen Basics on Facebook Live Series. Wednesday, June 16, 7 pm: The Humble Hamburger. Simple, easy-to-learn techniques using only the grill and charcoal.

CHILDREN: Take & Make Kits for up to age 12. Themed bags will be available for curbside pickup. Call 562-2301, ext. 6 to reserve your bag on June 8 and 22. Limit 25.

Tween Steam. Grades 4 and up. Follow along via Facebook Live.

Key supplies provided. Limit 30 bags per session. Thursday, June 10 and 24, 6 pm.

K-3 Steam. Follow along on Facebook Live. Supplies provided.

Limit 30 bags per session. Thursday, June 17, 6 pm.

SENIORS: Smart911 is a helpful tool to provide key information to dispatchers from the start about yourself or loved ones in an emergency. Learn how to set up an account in this Zoom program on Tuesday, June 8, 2 to 3 pm. Register online or call 562-2301, ext. 5.

Flower Shadow Boxes. Pick up a kit and join the Zoom presentation on Tuesday, June 22, 2 to 3 pm. Register online or call 562-2301, ext. 5. river Forest Public library. 735 Lathrop, River Forest. Visit the website at www.riverforestlibrary.org for updates and virtual programs. Get fast access by following the Library on Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to the Library’s YouTube channel for storytimes and more. Questions? Staff is ready to chat online.

Magnificent Mutts & Meows Adoption Day, Saturday, June 5, 11 am to 2 pm. Meet some furry friends available for adoption. Submit an application online if you would like to attend.

MEET the author EVENTS

Silvia Foti, American journalist, writer, and teacher at Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy, will discuss her new book about her grandfather at the Hillside Public Library on Thursday, June 10, 5 to 6:30 pm and at the Berkeley Public Library on Wednesday, June 16, 6:30 to 8 pm. Learn more about the local author and the fascinating quest for the truth at these upcoming events. You can also visit www.silviafoti.com for more information.

Live Virtual Story Times. Birth-age 5, Tuesdays, June 8, 15, 22 and 29, 10 to 10:30 am on the River Forest Public Library YouTube Channel. Subscribe to the page for alerts.

Craft and Chat for Adults. Thursday, June 10, 7 to 8 pm. Pick up a kit to do at home then join the Zoom conversation. In partnership with River Forest Township. Register for the link.

Summer Yoga Series for Adults. Saturday, June 12, 2 to 3 pm.

Must register in advance. A three-part yoga series; weather permitting program will be held in the library garden (or via Zoom).

Outdoor Story Time, Monday, June 14; Thursday, June 17; Monday, June 21; Thursday, June 24; Monday, June 28; 10 to10:30 am. Birth to age 5 in the library front garden.

Story Garden, all ages. June 14-June 20; June 28-July 4; June 21June 27 for a self-guided story tour.

Memory Cafe. Adults. Tuesday, June 15, 2 to 4 pm. For individuals living with memory changes along with family and friends. Join the Zoom conversation and activities. Register for the link.

Program in a Bag, All ages. Mondays, June 14 and 21 all day.

Pick up a kit to enjoy at home. Bags will be different each week and include craft and activity supplies. Register online to reserve your bag.

Reservations open Friday at 9 am. Pick up begins the following Monday at 9 am. river Grove Public library. 8638 W. Grand Avenue in River Grove. Call 453-4484 or visit www.rivergrovelibrary.org.

Adult Grab and Go: Book Necklace. Kits available June 7-June 18. Supplies are limited. Registration required.

Father’s Day Grab & Go Youth Craft, Monday, June 14, 4:30 to 9 pm. Register to receive a craft bag starting Monday, June 14 after 4:30 pm. Ages 8 and under can register for the crafts; crafts are geared for ages 4-8. Contact Mrs. Tucker by email at youth@rivergrovelibrary.org or call for info and to register.

Online Painting with Scamp Studios, Monday, June 14, 6 to 7 pm.

Create a beautiful Pride themed mixed media painting—an acrylic painting on canvas which will also incorporate 3-D collage elements.

Must register to get the Zoom link.

Online Virtual Youth Summer Reading Club Ages 5-8.

Wednesdays, June 16, 23 and 30, 1 to 1:45 pm. Register for each day to reserve your craft bag at the beginning of each week and receive the Zoom link. Call Mrs. Tucker at 453-4484 with questions.

Online Virtual Story Time, Thursdays, June 17 and 24, 11 to 11:30 am for ages 4 and under. This year’s theme is about the alphabet. During virtual story time, read short stories, sing, learn about the letter of the day and make a craft. Register for each individual day to reserve your craft bag and receive the Zoom link in your email.

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The Triton College Admissions team will go over the enrollment process, costs and payment options and explain degree and certificate programs. No RSVP is necessary for this online event scheduled for Wednesday, June 2, 6 to 7 pm. Find the link at www.triton.edu/virtual events.

CAMPUS VISIT DAYS Dates in June and July

The Triton College Admissions team will walk you through the enrollment and financial aid process, take you on a campus tour and answer any questions you might have about becoming a Triton student. If you’re ready to move forward, you can complete an application for admission and be accepted on the spot! Send an email to Admissions@triton.edu to register.

Wednesday, June 16, 6 to 7 pm; Tuesday, July 13, 6 to 7 pm in Campus B Building.

APPLICATION DAY Save the date

During this day-long event, Financial Aid specialists and Admissions advisors will be on-hand to help students complete FAFSAs and Triton applications. Laptops will be provided. Stop in anytime between 10 am and 7 pm. No RSVP necessary.

Wednesday, July 21, Campus B Building.

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NATURE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

The Trailside Museum is located at Chicago and Thatcher Avenues in River Forest. To pre-register for programs or sign up for an e-newsletter, call 708-366-6530.

Most of the following programs need advanced registration and (except for virtual programs) require participants to wear face masks and social distancing of non-family members. Call or stop in for details.

Wellness Walk in Thatcher Woods (In-person). Adults.

Masks required. Call to register. Saturday, June 12, 1 pm.

Monarch Thursdays (In-person drop-in). Thursdays, June 3 and June 10 from 2 to 4 pm. Stop at Trailside to learn how you can bring beauty and butterflies to your yard through planting native plants. The Illinois Extension Master naturalists will get you started with plants and seeds while supplies last. There will also be children’s activities. Masks required.

Raptor Ramble (In-person), Satu rday, June 5, 10 am. Take an up-close look at a display raptor. Masks required. Must register as space is limited. Call 366-6530.

Children’s Story Trail and Craft: Juneteenth (Contactless drop-in). Walk a short trail, read the story celebrating the history of the Juneteenth holiday and then stop at the Museum to pick up a craft and activities bag. Saturday, June 12 through Sunday, June 20, 9 am to 4 pm.

Fitness Hike: Bemis Woods North, Grove 4, Westchester (In-person). Take yo ur workout outside for a fast walk (slowerpaced options available). Walk from Bemis Woods to Brezina Woods and back, 6.5 miles. Meet at Grove 4. Must register at www.bemisfitness.eventbrite.com. Sunday, June 13, 8 am.

Nesting Bird Walk. Saturday, June 19, 8 am (In-person).

Join John Elliott of Chicago Audubon for this program. View migratory and resident birds and bird behavior, especially nesting. All levels of interest welcome. Call to register. Masks required.

Fac ebook Live at Lunchtime (Virtual via the Trailside Facebook page). Learn about the Sun and Sunflowers; pick up a Sunflower craft in the Trailside lobby to enhance your learning. Sunday, June 20 at noon.

Pond Dip for Tweens and Teens (In-person), Saturday, June 26, 10:30 am. Dip nets in the pond to investigate macroinvertebrates and learn about the pond habitat at Trailside. For ages 11-16. Bring your own boots or shoes that can get wet. Masks required. Register by calling 36 6-6530.

School’s Out for Summer Hike (In-person), Wednesday, June 30, 10 am. Join a naturalist for this casual hike for adults and children with an adult. Masks required. Must register. Call 366-6530. Wednesday, June 30, 10 am.

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NEIGHBORS adrijchuk, Sofija, 72. Mother of Olga (Myroslav) Synkecych; grandmother of Michael; friend of Barbara Lang. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

Bautista, Jose Martinez. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

BOBO, Shirley. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. h BOEhm, Edward William “Bill,” lifelong r esident of Bellwood. Veteran of the United States Navy. Husband of the late Arlene; father of William, Edward and the late James; brother of the late Richard and late Elmer, late Edna and late Betty; grandfather of William, David, Loren and Gregory; great-grandfather of Kenneth, Gabriel, Samuel, Nathan, Michael, Declan and Lorelei; uncle of Christin Naylor and Judith von Almen; friend of Cecelia Botti.

A rrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. caBraL, Luis. Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake. cOLOia, Barbara J., nee DeLuca, 81, of Westchester. Wife of the late Donald Coloia; mother of Lynn (Tom) Ovan, Janine (Rich) Zenner and Steve (Amanda) Coloia; grandmother of Jenna (Rob Carroll) Ovan and Alex Ovan, Vincent, Carlo and Maximo Zenner, Don ato, Vita, Giada, Santino and Antonio Coloia; niece of many; companion of Charlie. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. cOrONa, Jose T., 68, of Northlake. Husband of Maria Magdalena Corona Cruz; father of Martin (Ana) Corona, Maria Elena (Ciro) Barrientos, Amparo (Phil) Negron, Liliana (Eric) Ayala and the late Jose Corona; grandfather of Angel, Ciro, Arianna, Juleeza, Josiah, Naomi, Armani, Martin, Ana, Paula and Elena; brother of Maria, Pablo, Pedro, Yolanda, Leticia, Hugo, Julia, Jose, Juan and the late Imelda; uncle of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. cOrtEz, Luis Abrego. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. crEspO, Jose A. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melro se Park. dizENzO cataLdO, Frances Rachel, 51. Wife of Domenico Cataldo; mother of Bianca, Maria and Marco Ausilio; daughter of Donato and Firoenza. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. h EdENs, Lester Eugene (Timmy). Veteran of the United States Army. Son of the late Sally; stepson of the late Tony; brother of Caroline Adornetto, Jack, the late Wally and Orrie Edens, lat e Betty Olmstead; uncle of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

ELdridgE, Scott E. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. fazakas, Ida, nee Somarai. Mother of Eva (late Peter) La Porte and Ida Fazakas; grandmother of Peter and Thomas La Porte; friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Par k. notices are printed free of charge upon request on a spacepermitting basis. mail and e-mail addresses appear on page 4.

h fEdEricO, Richard, longtime resident of Northlake. Veteran of the United States Army, Korean War. Husband of the late Dolores; father of Nancy (Art) Lehr and Susan (Matthew) Starnes; grandfather of Jimmy and Zachary; brother of the late Robert (the late Jeanne).

Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake. ficO, Patrick. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. gONzaLEz, Jaime. Husband of Maria Consuelo Gonzalez; father of Nora, Anna (Juan), Jaime Gonzalez Jr. and Hector (Sharon); grandfather of Vanessa, Alexis, Anayeli, Juan, Jasmine, Jacqueline, Adrian and Gabriel; great-grandfather of Eliana Grace; brother of Maria De Jesus, Sergio, Anna Maria, Gustavo, Patricia, Basilio and the late Carmen Leticia; uncle, cousin and friend of many. Arrangeme nts

by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. graziaNO, Helen, 72, of Northlake. Wife of Victor; mother of Cherie, Brian and Ronnie; grandmother of Nicole and Emma; sister of Josephine and Cindy; aunt of many. Memorial donations to the Anti-Cruelty Society are appreciated (www.anticruelty.org/donate).

Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake. hErrEra, Emilio, 73, of Schiller Park. Husband of Maria D.; father of Stephanie, Mariana and Isaac Herrera; brother of Ramon (Marie) Herrera, Ana Maria (Fernando) Campos, late Guadalupe (late Angelita) Herrera, late Jose (late Gela) Herrera, late Cipriana Herrera, late Juan (late Hermila and late Martha) Herrera, late MA. Dela Cruz (late Jose) Zepeda, late MA. Asencion (Enrique) Montenegro and late Nemesio (MA. Del Re fugio) Herrera; uncle of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. jay, Norman Sr., 88. Husband of Alberta Jay, nee Sykes; father of Norman (Dora) Jay Jr., Vickie Maria Jay, Terry Ann (Steven) Jay, Charmaine Nichole Jay, late Christopher Darnell (Ursula) Jay; grandfather of Maisha, Angela, Chandra, Shalimar, Chaz, Christina, Diva, Tiffanei, Starr, Tai, Keone, Keshawn a nd Femi; great-grandfather of Quest, Tyler, Chaz Jr., Couvasia and Journei; preceded in death by Leroy Jay, Delores Murray, Alexander Jay, twin sister Norma Jay and James Jay; uncle of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. kNight, Brian “Tuffy,” 49. Husband of Antoinette, nee DeLeo; father of David and John; son of David and Connie Knight; son-inlaw of Pat and An na DeLeo. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. kramEr, Shirley Anna, 90, of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Fredrick; mother of Cynthia (Wayne) and Eric (Jina); grandmother of Michael, Patrick, Carly, Ashley and Alex; sister of Robert, Carol and Karen and the late Violet, Arthur, Alice and Richard; aunt and friend of many. Memorial donations to St. Jude Children’s Resea rch Hospital are appreciated. Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake. h LEszczyNski, Eugene Robert, 90, of Northlake. Veteran of the United States Army. Husband of Esther, nee Kokines; father of Andrew, Anthony (Kathy) and Suzanne Battista; grandfather of James, Michael, Ellen and Anna Leszczynski, Alexander and Erik Leszczynski and Anthony and Alaina Battista; preceded in death by two brothers and two sisters. Memorial donations to Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital are appreciated (hines.va.gov/giving). Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake.

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LJUBENKO, Luka J., 87. Husband of the late Lucille, nee Acocella; father of Michael (Deborah), John (Cheryl), Donna (Peter), Bajich and Luka Jr.; grandfather of Jacqueline (Aaron), Jeanette (Nicholas), Lauren (Kevin), Mary, Samuel, Caden and Seja; greatgrandfather of Caroline, John, Jenna, Kayla, Anthony and Andrew; brother of the late Dusan (Olga) and the late Kosto; uncle of many.

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

MIRELES, Francisco Javier. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

MONCIVAIS, Martha Antonieta Elorza. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

MORALES, Ramiro Emiliano. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

MUNOZ, Jenny. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

NAVARRO, Agustin, 50, of Melrose Park. Husband of Marisol, nee Parra; father of Agustin Jr., Juan, Alyzza and Diego; son of Agustin and Elisa, nee Ramirez, Navarro; brother of Yolanda (late Jose Luis) Adame, Leticia (Braulio) Acosta, Laura (Juan) Ramirez, Carmen (Ricardo) Cisneros, Ugo (Sofia) Navarro, Maria (Nester) Delgado, Miguel (lte Angelica) Navarro and Raul (Vanessa) Navarro; uncle and great-uncle of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

OCASIO, Felicita Garcia. Arrangements by Bormann Fu neral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

PIATTONI, Robert. Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake.

SAMMET, Celeste Mary, 100. Mother of Marianne “Bunny” (Edward) Chalifoux, Nancy Lee Pfingstag, Celeste Katherine (Charles) Stevens and George William (Michelle) Sammet; grandmother of 9; great-grandmother of 14. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

SANTIAGO, Gonzalo Martinez. Arrangemen ts by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park. h SMITH, Travis Sr., 72, of Melrose Park. Veteran of the United States Army. Husband of Delois Smith, nee Clark; father of Traci, Pierre (Angela) Smith, Chemica (Robert) Williams, Enda (Wayne) Brady, Travis Smith Jr., Ta’vis (Patrick) Ishmael, Roosevelt (Shantu) Smith, Christian (Richard) Volcy; grandfather of 22; great-grandfather of 6; brother of the late Sylvester (Beatrice) Smith, Ronald (Bertha) Sm ith, late Earl Smith, late Erwin (Reatha) Smith, late Linda Smith, Brenda Smith, Floyd (Bonnie) Smith, Eric (Regina) Loury; uncle of many; friend of Michael J. Vernon King and Harry Howard.

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

STENBERG, Carol A., nee Dodge, 86, of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Edward T. Stenberg, Sr.; mother of the late Edward Jr. (Debra), Dave (Cathy). Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melro se Park.

SUMPTER, Lucy P., 85. Sister of the late Ernestine Sumpter, late Nancy J. Sumpter, late Ellis (Helen) Sumpter, Callie Mae Jenkins, the late Dorothy Sumpter and Lula M. Hawkins and an unnamed angel; aunt of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

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MEMORIALIZING A LOVED ONE During these difficult times

Among the many struggles since the start of the pandemic are finding ways to grieve and honor a loved one who has died. The missed opportunity for a traditional funeral or memorial service has left some at a loss for how to honor their loved one's life and start their grief journey.

Even if you are unable to hold a traditional service, there are still ways for families to remember a loved one and find support during this stressful and emotional time. Consider these ideas from Remembering a Life, an online resource from the experts at the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA). hold a small service now.

Restrictions have eased in many areas and families may be able to have small services in a funeral home, a place of worship, at a cemetery or another meaningful location. A funeral director can provide guidance on what is permissible. consider Going virtual.

With almost half of NFDA-member funeral homes offering livestreaming options since the onset of COVID-19, this option provides family and loved ones the opportunity to attend services and gives out-of-town family and friends who may be concerned about travel the chance to participate. host a Private service with a memorial service at a later date.

Since the onset of the pandemic, many families have opted to postpone a loved one's service. A funeral or memorial service, regardless of when it is held, offers the opportunity to gather, support one another, share memories and say goodbye. While immediate family members may have been able to gather for a service and other family and friends could participate virtually, there are often many friends and family members who would appreciate being part of an inperson service to pay tribute to a loved one who died.

No matter the circumstances around a death, funeral directors can help family and friends find ways to memorialize their loved ones in meaningful ways. Find support and resources for planning a funeral during the pandemic, including a free printable guide for planning a service in the future, at RememberingALife.com.

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O Holy St. Jude, Apostle, Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsman of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke your special patronage in time of need to you, I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance. Help me in my present and urgent petition. In return, I promise to make your name known and cause you to be invoked.

Say three Our Fathers, three Hail Mary’s and three Glorias.

Publication must be promised. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke your aid. Amen.

This Novena has never known to fail. I have had my request granted. p.z.

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