Neighbors Magazine June 2023

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All grown-ups were once children… but only few of them remember it. Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, from The Little Prince

Make Your Bed. I can’t remember one word from the commencement speeches given at my high school or college graduation ceremonies or even the one I gave as a dorky 8th grade class president We’ve all seen quite a few bloviators with their honorary academic regalia, honor society cords and stoles, doctoral hoods boasting their scholastic achievements, different color robes and mortarboards in short, just caps and gowns Speakers are generally successful alumni but, if your university is a big deal you might get a President, some famous Hollywood star like Batman (Michael Keaton), a sports legend like Magic Johnson, corporate mogul like Bill Gates, music icon like Taylor Swift or the all-knowing Oprah.

Sometimes the best speeches are 1) short; 2) given by someone we’ve never heard of like U.S. Navy Admiral William H. McCraven, who gave the best speech I’ve ever heard. Here’s an excerpt from his speech and the entirety is all over the internet: “If you make your bed every morning you will have accomplished the first task of the day. It will give you a small sense of pride, and it will encourage you to do another task and another and another. By the end of the day, that one task completed will have turned into many tasks completed. Making your bed will also reinforce the fact that little things in life matter. If you can’t do the little things right, you will never do the big things right. And, if by chance you have a miserable day, you will come home to a bed that is made that you made and a made bed gives you encouragement that tomorrow will be better If you want to change the world, start off by making your bed ” He also adds a story about how, for a rubber Navy Seal training boat to make it to its destination, everyone must paddle “If you want to change the world, find someone to help you paddle ”

Graduation seems to always be about changing the world, the kick off of adulthood and striving to be rich, successful, climbing the ladder, having a title, buying a big house, traveling the world, being a shark on Shark Tank. As I look back now, I have the greatest admiration for kindergarten graduates more than any other class. We didn’t have a formal ceremony when I transitioned from kindergarten in Sr. Antoinette’s class to first grade in Sr. Leonard’s class but it was a pivotal leap. Kindergarteners have so much on the line: leaving mom and the comfort of home, making new friends, sitting still, learning every fundamental there is letters, numbers, sharing, patience, exploring and imagining and, for us at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, praying. The Little Prince reminds us that we often lose that magic as we get older. Adulting and its responsibilities and stressors get in the way of being a fun, silly and adventurous kid of building bike ramps, wearing a beach towel as a superhero cape, building magnificent sand castles, dancing, playing, running with wild abandon, not caring what anyone else might think, coloring outside the lines, riding our bikes outside of our comfort zones, trying berries on bushes that could’ve poisoned us, drinking water out of a garden hose all the while mindful of not letting the ball go into the neighbor ’s garden because we would never see it again

So the only thing I would add to the Admiral’s words of wisdom are to cherish the best parts of your childhood as much as you cherish your high school or college diploma. I would trade my diplomas in a heartbeat for one more trip into Rose Bonfanti’s store to buy a bird whistle or bag of gold nugget bubble gum or pick a popsicle from the little freezer. Congratulations to the Class of 2023, especially the kindergarteners. You gave up a lot, learned a lot may you always make time for the playground. And don’t forget to make your bed.

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n 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 Community Center

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n Hillside Village Hall

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n Westlake Urgent Care on Lake Street

n Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel

n Tony’s Finer Foods on Mannheim

n Dunk Donuts on Lake Street

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n Melrose Park Public Library

n Sacred Heart Church

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n Veterans Park District Leoni Complex

n 7-11 on Broadway

n PNC Bank, Winston Plaza

n Scudiero’s Bakery & Deli

n Pan American Bank

n Melrose Currency on Broadway

n St Paul Lutheran Resale Shop

n IHOP in Winston Plaza

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n Grant Park Recreation Center

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n Triton College

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n River Grove Public Library

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n Westchester Food Pantry

n Westchester Village Hall

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Freshfruits,vegetablesandflowers: @Triton,Swap-O-RamaandWolff’s!

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Horticulture Department is hosting its Farm Stand every Thursday, starting June 8, from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm under the B Building Pavilion, weather permitting Flowers, herbs and produce grown by Triton College students, staff and faculty will be available for purchase.

You can also find some of the best plants and farmstand produce at Swap-O-Rama Flea Market, 4600 W. Lake Street in Melrose Park (visit www swap-o-rama com for hours and more locations) and at Wolff’s Flea Market, open every Sunday at Allstate Arena, 6920 N. Mannheim in Rosemont, 6 am to 2 pm on Sundays

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Do you ha ve a senior (60+) a t home and are caring for th t em e ? Di Did yo y u kn k o w th t at a fa f mil ily mem e ber e ca c n a p pply l and get paid i to t ca c re r fo f r th t em e ? Th T ey e are r ca c ll lled Preferred Workers. A Preferred Worker is a family member or friend that wants to take care of the client. Ask us for more informa tion!

Mayor Serpico invites businesses, organizations to sponsor the 41st Taste of Melrose Pa P rk

As the Village gets ready to celebrate Taste weekend 2023, set for September 1-3, Mayor Serpico is reminding local businesses and organizations that sponsorship helps underwrite many of the costs associated with the Ta T ste; at the same time, it is a great marketing tool to reach the thousands of patrons that visit the three-day event Sponsorship also helps sustain some of the greatest features of the Taste: food servings at $4 or less and exceptional entertainment, like Jesse White (pictured above with Mayor) and his amazing Tumblers Anyone interested in more information should contact Ta T ste Director Peggy DiFazio or Lorena Anguiano at 708/343-4000, ext. 442 or 4448 or send an email to taste@melrosepark org

Discover What’s Yours with the State’s I-Cash Program when it visits Elmwood Park

The Illinois Treasurer’s Office connects people with their cash and other assets through the I-Cash program. A representative from Illinois State Treasurer Michael W Frerich’s office will be searching for unclaimed property at the Village of Elmwood Park Parks and Recreation Center, r 2 Conti Parkway, y on June 13, from 11 am to 3 pm If you can’t make the event and need more information, visit illinoistreasurer.gov/ICASH.

Leyden Township Community Center

Leyden Community Center is located at 2620 N. Mannheim, Franklin Park Call 847-451-5149 for info

Registration for Camp Westdale for ages 6-15 is now open For registration costs, contact Dylan at 847-451-5149.

Leyden Community BBQ, Friday, June 2, 6 to 10 pm at Westdale Park, 3045 Sandra in Melrose Park. Free admission.

Leyden Electronics, Shredding, Textiles and Prescription Drug Recycling Event, Saturday, June 3, 10 am to 2 pm at 2501 N. Mannheim in Franklin Park. Visit www.leydentownship.com for more details on what is acceptable

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NewsfromtheMayor’soffice

mayor Welcomes sev Nutrition

Melrose Park Mayor Ron Serpico, Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development Executive Director Isaac Bazbaz were among those celebrating the ribbon cutting/grand opening of a new business location in Melrose Park last month. S.E.V. Nutrition, which serves up protein shakes, smoothies, detox drinks. protein bars, coffee and tea, recovery shakes, protein oats, yogurt, pancakes and waffles and more, including the 21-Day Challenge. Located at 1807 N. Broadway, y S E V is open seven days a week Stop in, call 847-363-1522 or visit the website at www.sevnutrition.com for hours and more information

Garage sale Information for 2023

Garage sales will be held on the third weekend of June, July, August and September. Sales are to be conducted on Thursday, Friday and Saturday of the designated weekends; no sales on Sundays Exact dates are June 15, 16 and 17; July 20, 21 and 22; August 17, 18 and 19, September 14, 15 and 16 between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm only No permit is needed for garage sales, however, certain rules must be followed, including no sales in apartment buildings or in the front yard, no signs or sale items on the public sidewalk, parkway, etc.

Plan an Old-Fashioned Block Party

Street Closure for a Melrose Park Block Party is now allowed. Residents must bring or mail in an application for a special permit in the Building Department at the Village Hall The permit is free, but must be submitted to the Village trustees for approval since traffic must be rerouted to accommodate a party The Village will provide barricades on both ends of the block. Any questions, please call (708) 343-4000 and ask for the Mayor’s Office Applications in both English and Spanish are available on the website, www.melrosepark.org.

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Housing Forward Breaks Ground in Broadview; Senator Lightford, Mayor Thompson on hand

The Housing Forward team and major project partners gathered in Broadview recently with Senator Kimberly Lightford and Village of Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson to break ground on the new 16-unit permanent supportive housing project to be located on Roosevelt Road. Pictured, left to right: Perkins & Will's Mark Jolicoeur, r Bulley & Andrews' senior project manager Antonia Winfrey, Illinois Housing Development Authority communications director Amy Lee, Senator Kimberly Lightford, Housing Forward CEO Ly L nda Schueler, Village of Broadview Mayor Katrina Thompson, Housing Forward board president Heidi Vance, Bulley & Andrews’ project executive Michael Cottick, and Mark Jones For updates, visit www.housingforward.org.

Schiller Park Welcomes O’Hare Tech Center

Mayor Nick Caiafa and Village officials celebrated the grand opening in April of O’Hare Tech Center Venue with a ribbon cutting ceremony The Center offers great views and various venue options for events, including the 5th Floor Ballroom and the Skylight Peak Room O’Hare Tech Center is located at 9950 W Lawrence Avenue For more information, visit the website at www.oharetechvenue.com.

cook county commissioner Frank aguilar opens satellite office, partnering with leyden township

Last month, Cook County Commissioner Frank J. Aguilar joined Leyden Township officials to kick-off Commissioner Aguilar’s new Leyden Township satellite office The event included elected officials, community groups and residents from throughout the 16th District Commissioner Aguilar added, “This satellite office will allow for my administration to work closely with Leyden Township residents and officials alike to make sure their needs are covered and that resources are provided Our district is wide and diverse, and so between our regular office in Lyons and this new satellite opportunity in Leyden Township, we will be able to be easily accessible to all 16th District residents I’d like to thank Leyden Township Supervisor Rocco Biscaglio for his gracious offer to host us, and look forward to continuing our partnership.” Commissioner Aguilar was joined by Supervisor Biscaglio and Franklin Park Mayor Barrett Pedersen for a brief press conference, where they highlighted the importance of this new office and the impact of increased constituent services in the area “When we come together around common goals, we truly can empower our communities to thrive,” said Biscaglio. Elmwood Park Village President “Skip” Saviano and Northlake Mayor Jeffrey Sherwin also attended

“Government services at all levels should be easily accessible The collaboration between Leyden Township and Commissioner Aguilar’s office is a great example of expanding County level services and bringing them to where the people are, ” said Illinois State Representative Norma Hernandez

The office, which will be staffed on the first Tuesday of each month; for more information, send an email to commissionerfrankjaguilar@gmail.com.

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local 2753 Fundraiser on June 10

The Forest Park Firefighters Local 2753 will host a fundraiser on Saturday, y June 10, 1 to 4 pm at Shanahan’s, 7353 Madison Street in Forest Park to benefit Ryan and his family. Young Ryan sustained multiple life-threatening injuries after being struck by a car back in March Members of the Forest Park Fire Department responded to the call and have since visited Ryan and his family to keep up with his progress. Remarkably, Ryan, who has a wife and an 8-year-old son, was recently able to start therapy Forest Park Firefighters Local 2753 members have developed a bond with Ryan and his family and coordinated this fundraiser with music, raffles, food, drinks and more to help him through this difficult time.

If you'd like to donate a raffle prize, make a monetary donation or buy tickets to the fundraiser ($50 each), send an email to travis.myers135@gmail.com or to the Forest Park Chamber at laurie@exploreforestpark.com (Laurie can provide you with the link)

Westchester Food Pantry

For day-to-day Pantry operations, there are always volunteer options available, including Greater Chicago Food Depository receiving crew; food sorting and shelving; set up crew; parking lot attendant; client service crew; registration crew; and Wet Nose Pantry volunteers for clients with dogs and cats. The Westchester Food Pantry is located at 1938 S. Mannheim Road, Westchester Anyone interested in donating food or volunteering should visit the website at www.westchesterfoodpantry.org. Monetary donations can be safely made online If you need food, stop in Wednesdays, 4:30 to 7pm or Saturdays, 9 to 11 am.

Numbers continue to rise, and WFP is seeing many new clients from Central America, Ukraine and Russia Translators are needed. If you speak fluent Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian or Polish, please volunteer

BUNCO. BINGO. YOGA. FORACTIVE ADULTS

ites Calling all Bunco lovers Play Bunco or just visit with friends. Light bites will be served.

Monday, June 12, 11 am to 1 pm. $8 per person for each Bunco event, at the George A. Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th, Melrose Park.

Bingo with Lunch. Visit with friends and play Bingo! Lunch meal and one Bingo card included. Prizes for winners. Fee is $10 per person for each Bingo event from 11 am to 2 pm. Upcoming dates are: Wednesday, June 7 at Bulger Park Community Center, 1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose Park.

Bingo will also be held on Friday, y June 16 and Wednesday, y June 21 at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake.

Yoga for the Actively Aging (Chair Yoga). A gentle yoga class that is designed to maintain healthy joints, muscular flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Poses can be done using a chair or free-standing according to your abilities Every Tuesday at 11 am at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W. Golfview Drive, Northlake, and every Thursday 1 pm at George A. Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th, Melrose Park.

55 & Older: pay $1 drop-in fee, no registration needed Under 55: register and pay $40R/$55NR

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or call the office at 708-343-5270 for more information on Batting Cages and the Golf Simulator, r Early Childhood, Athletic Programs, Fitness Classes at Cimbalo Fitness Center, Active Adults and Special Recreation Programs. Follow VPD on Facebook.

BABYSITTERTRAINING

Babysitter training with Pediatric cPr/First aid. Designed for young people to gain the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care to infants and children in a residential setting. Participants receive a certificate of completion for Babysitter’s Training Participants also receive a two-year certification for Pediatric CPR/First Aid. An adult must be present the entire length of the training Ages 11-15 on Wednesday, June 14 and Thursday, June 15 from 9am-3:15pm Fee is: $194R/$204NR. Classes held at Grant Park Recreation Center 44 W Golfview Drive in Northlake

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Check out our new, expanded weight room and the new warm-up/ab area. The new weight room features 2 new squat racks, 2 new Olympic barbells, 3 new hex barbells, and over a 1,000 pounds of new Olympic bumper plates The warm-up area features mats, foam rollers, stretching straps, and medicine balls. Take a look at all the exciting features at 1203 N. 24th Ave, Melrose Park! n Pickleball. This rapidly-growing sport combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong The rules are simple and easy to learn. Cimbalo Fitness Center is located at 1203 N 24th Avenue in Melrose Park Call 708-343-5151 for more information

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n mini multi sports. Start your little one early at this fun Mini Sports Class Participants get to choose a new sport each week Sports include tee ball, soccer, field hockey, and beach ball volleyball. Ages 4-6 on Thursdays June 8-29, 11-11:45am. Fee is $55R/$70NR. Classes are held at Grant Park Field, 44 W Golfview Drive, Northlake n Baseball. Calling all baseball players! Grab your glove and meet up at the Bulger Park baseball Diamond. In this class kids will be taught the proper mechanics to throw, hit and field. Ages 8-12 on Wednesdays, 1111:45am from June 7-28, Fee is $55R/$70NR. Program held at Bulger Park, 1601 Hirsch Street, Melrose Park

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Regular Season Pass fee: $70 Resident and $90 NonResident; $40 Senior Pass (55+).

To purchase a pass, stop in at: George A Leoni Complex, 800 N 17th Avenue in Melrose Park (708-716-4822); Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 W Golfview Drive in Northlake (708-343-5270); Gouin Pool & Water Slides, 2400 Scott Street in Franklin Park (during open season).

For more info, contact Arianna at 708-343-5270

Our lady of mount carmel Parish/shrine

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish/Shrine and the Altar and Rosary Society invite all area residents to these upcoming events For more information, call the rectory at 344-4140

Sunday, y June 4: Holy Trinity Mass and Cultural Festival Regular Sunday Mass schedule.

St Anthony Feast 2023 Join one of the largest celebrations honoring St. Anthony in the Chicago area starting with the Tridiuum on Saturday, y June 10, 5:30 pm Mass; Monday, y June 12, 7:30 pm; Tuesday, June 13, 7:30 pm On Sunday, y June 11, Feast of St. Anthony, y Mass is at 10:30 am, followed by blessing of the bread, veneration of the relic, outdoor procession with St. Anthony and the Holy Eucharist accompanied by Banda Napoletana. Morning ends with a Continental breakfast reception On Tuesday, y June 13, the actual Feast Day, y 7:30 pm Mass followed by an outdoor reception. For more information, call the rectory

Sunday, y June 11: Corpus Christi, Procession of the Holy Eucharist. Regular Sunday Mass schedule.

Friday, y June 16: Sacred Heart of Jesus Tri-lingual Mass at 6:30 pm.

Sunday, y June 18: Father’s Day. Regular Sunday Mass schedule followed by reception and DJ

Sunday, June 28: Mass for Padre Pio. Mass and reception, 10:30 am

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St. Vincent Ferrer Parish, 1530 Jackson Avenue in River Forest will host a bicycle blessing on Sunday, June 4, 1:30pm2:15pm on the playground

Quinn center of st eulalia

The Quinn Center, 1845 South 9th Avenue, Maywood, is the primary social outreach ministry of St. Eulalia Church, providing adult programs, gardening, hunger ministry (outdoor food distribution and indoor community dinners), mental health resources, senior programs and youth enrichment.

The next upcoming free family movie night date is June 19, 5:30 to 8 pm, 1832 S. 8th (enter door 3). Sign up using the QR code on the Quinn Center Facebook page Visit quinncenter org for more information

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YOURLIBRARY: fun,informative

Bellwood Public library Located at 600 S Bohland Avenue; call 547-7393, ext 4 to register or visit www bellwoodlibrary org Registration is required for most programs

Summer Reading Kick Off and Grand Opening. Saturday, June 10, 1 to 4 pm. Tour the newly-renovated facility then sign up for adult summer reading while enjoying music and snacks

More Than A Color: The Marginalization of Black Color Through History Monday, June 26, 6:30 pm Join Karen Anderson on a walk through history starting in 1760.

Kitchens, Kitchen Gadgets, Recipes and Food of the Past. Tuesday, June 27, 6:30 pm Author Becky Billon will take you bak to a time before microwaves, cake mixes, instant potatoes and Hamburger Helper

Recycling and Green Cleaning. Wednesday, June 28, 6 pm. Learn how to make your home more sustainable by using green cleaning alternatives and reducing waste through recycling

Chair Yoga Wednesdays in June at the library, 11 am Join Susan Wilkens of Dancing Cranes Yoga

Virtual Yoga With Rhonda. Thursdays, 6 pm in the library.

Zumba with LaToya In-person and virtual June 3 and 10 in person at the Quinn Center in Maywood; June 17 and 24 will be prerecorded Register for the link

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 Park Playdate, Saturday, June 17, 10 to 11:30 am Activities for all ages at the park face painting, bingo and more.

Ladies of Laughter: Great Comediennes. Thursday, June 22, 6:30 to 7:45 pm Funny women of television and radio, including Lucille Ball, Eve Arden and Gracie Allen

Ice Cream Story Time Saturday, June 24, 10:30 to 11:30 am Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2-7.

Adult Bingo, June 12, 1 to 2 pm. Light refreshments.

Adult Bunco, June 19, 1 to 2 pm No registration

Adult Book Club, June 14, 6:30 to 7:45 pm

Chair Yoga, June7 and 28, 2 to 3:30 pm

Family Film Fridays, every Friday starting June 16, 1 to 3 pm. Homeschool Connection Days, June 13, 1 to 2:30 pm for homeschooling families and those interested in homeschooling

Preschool Play Cafe, every Wednesday starting June 7, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Senior Monday, May 22, 10:30-11:45 am Ages: 55+

Senior Mondays, June 26, 10:30 to 11:45 am. Ages 55 and up.

Tea & Mystery, June 9, 10:30 am to 12:45 pm. Watch a classic mystery and enjoy light refreshments

Franklin Pa P rk Public library. y Located at 10311 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park, call 847-455-6016 or visit the website at www.fppld.org. Unless otherwise noted, registration is required for all programs.

Scales-N-Tales Storytime A new animal will be featured each week There will also be some bilingual Spanish Ages 0-5 with caregiver Fridays, June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, from 11 to 11:30 am

Summer Reading Kick Off, Saturday, June 3, 1 to 3 pm. Bring the family, enjoy the giant inflatable obstacle course, videogame truck, magician, snacks and prize drawing plus book sale

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TOURS, Summer readingKICKOFF

stop in at the Bellwood Public library, 600 s. Bohland avenue in Bellwood on saturday, June 10, from 1 to 4 pm take a tour the newlyrenovated facility and while you ’ re there you can take the opportunity to sign up for adult summer reading, enjoy music and snacks.

Tech Tuesdays: Intro to Android. Learn the basics of navigation, file management, downloading/uninstalling apps and more Bringing your own device is encouraged Tuesday, June 6, 6 to 7:30 pm

Illinois Libraries Present: Navigate Your Stars A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward via Zoom This is a virtual program and will be offered via Zoom. This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events. Tuesday, June 6, 7 to 8 pm.

Quilt & Sew, Wednesday, June 7, 10 am to Noon

Doodle Games, grades 6-12, all drawing levels welcome June 8, 4 to 5 pm

Teen Zone Meeting rooms are open for all teens for reading, work, printing and more. Grades 6-12. Friday, June 9 and Thursday, June 22, 2:30 to 4:30 pm.

Buying Your First Home Seminar Learn why buying your first home could be the right choice for you and how to start your journey Saturday, June 10, 10:30 am to Noon

Knit & Crochet Group New members welcome, basic supplies and tools are provided. Saturdays, June 10 and 24, 1 to 3 pm.

Chair Yoga, Mondays, June 12 and 26, 3 to 4 pm. Participate by Zoom or phone Registration required

Spanish Club Learn beginning Spanish, play games, make crafts, and learn about the Spanish-speaking world Grades K-5 Tuesday, June 13, 5 to 6 pm

PJ Storytime. Get cozy, pop on your pajamas and come in for an evening storytime with Miss Connie. PJs are encouraged but not required. Ages 0-5 w/caregiver. Tuesday, June 20, 6 to 6:30 pm.

Tech Tuesdays: Guide to Cutting Your Cable Tuesday, June 20, 6 to 7 pm

Todd Downing: Tall Tales and Silly Songs, Wednesday, June 21, 4 to 5 pm For kids and parents

Illinois Libraries Present: Braiding Sweetgrass and the Honorable Harvest A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer. This is a virtual program and will be offered via Zoom This event is made possible by Illinois Libraries Present, a statewide collaboration among public libraries offering premier events Wednesday, June 21, 7 to 8 pm

Friday Flicks Watch a newly released movie each month This month’s movie is Tår (R). Refreshments will also be available. Friday, June 23, 1 to 3:40 pm.

Monday Nite Movies See popular, award-winning animated features and enjoy freshly-popped popcorn Watch The Bad Guys (PG) All ages are welcome Monday, June 26, 5 to 6:30 pm

hillside Public library. Located at 405 Hillside Avenue, call 449-7510 or visit www hillsidelibrary org Follow the Library on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for the most up-to-date happenings

Registration is necessary for most library programs For current programs and events, visit the website

melrose Park Public library. 801 Broadway. Call 649-7400 for current hours or visit www.mpplibrary.org. Ask Library staff about the digital services offered such as Hoopla, Kanopy, Libby and Freegal MPPL card holders have first priority for most programs

Make It Mondays Make something special every week on the Melrose Park Library Official YouTube Channel Call or drop in to pick up the weekly craft supplies. For ages 3 and up.

Online Storytimes for ages 1-5. New videos are posted on the first Wednesday of every month at 10 am on the Library’s official YouTube channel

Bilingual Storytimes are posted on the third Wednesday of every month at 10 am Stop in the Melrose Park library for a companion activity packet and craft then tune into the YouTube channel to watch. For ages 1-5.

Tinker Tuesdays Every Tuesday afternoon from 2:30 to 4 pm Drop into the library for all kinds of fun activities and crafts Play with tech toys, LEGOS, colored pencils for drawing If you have special group projects for school, this is the day to meet and complete your plans. Ages 6-11.

Northlake Public library. 231 N. Wolf Road in Northlake. Register for most programs online at www northlakelibrary org or call the Library at 562-2301 x5

Summer Reading Kick Off, Saturday, June 3, 1 to 3 pm with food, freeze pops, photo booth and more

Family Loteria Night, June 27, 7 to 8 pm. Mexican bingo for the whole family. Register online or call.

ADULTS: Zumba, Tuesdays and Fridays in June, 9:30 am Register online or call Wear comfy clothes, stay for snacks

House Plants 101: Basic tips for raising healthy houseplants Pot your own plant cutting to take home Register online or call Wednesday, June 14, 7 pm.

Cookbook Book Club. Select a recipe from the book, cook it and bring it to the meeting to share Register online or call Thursday, June 29, 7 pm

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CHILDREN Garden Club Help grow the library garden Every Thursday, y feed and water the garden boxes and watch them grow.

Wonder Club Ages 5-8 Fun with S T E A M and Superheros, sponsored by the DuPage Children’s Museum Every child attending gets a free ticket to the museum Thursdays in June, 6:30 to 7 pm

Tots-ercise. Ages 3-5. This gymnastics program helps preschoolers gain a better control of their gross motor skills, balance and hand-eye coordination Mondays, June 5 and 19, 10:15 to 11 am

Fun with Slime Ages 6-9 Call to register r Saturday, y June 10, 2 to 3 pm.

TikTok Made Me Do It! Try the latest family-friendly trends on TikTok Wednesdays, June 14 and 28, 6:30 to 7:15 pm

Breakfast with Dad. Ages 13 and under with 1 adult. Bring your dad, grandfather, r uncle or friend to enjoy breakfast and craft. Call to register r Saturday, June 17, 11 am to Noon

Sip and Paint, ages 6-8 Fun painting activity and refreshments Friday, June 30, 2 to 3 pm.

SENIORS: Senior Meetup Get together for food, drink and socialization Register online or call Tuesday, y June 6, 2 to 3 pm

Easy BBQ Cookout Recipes Learn about various healthy BBQ dishes and sides. Register online or call. Tuesday, y June 27, 2 to 3 pm.

TEENS: Karaoke Bring the star power r Snacks provided Thursday, June 15, 1:30 pm

Board Games & Pizza. Saturday, June 17, 1:30 pm.

Rainbow Bookbinding. Thursday, June 22, 1:30 pm.

Giant Bowling Thursday, June 29, 1:30 pm

river Forest Public library. y 735 Lathrop, River Forest. Visit www.riverforestlibrary.org or call 366-5205 for updates.

Coffee Monday, Adult June 5, 10 to 11 am Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township This month: Devin Andrews, Caregiver Support Specialist with the Township of Oak Park and River Forest Senior Services, will talk about support for caregivers

(VIRTUAL) Illinois Libraries Present: A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward, two-time National Book Award winner. Registration required. Tuesday, June 6, 7 to 8 pm

Evening Book Club, Adult Wednesday, y June 7, 7 to 8 pm Books are available at the circulation desk one month before the meeting.

Summer Reading Kick Off, Thursday, June 8, 2:30 to 4:30 pm for families Festivities will include a live music performance by School of Rock Oak Park, face painting, and a bubble performance

Chair Yoga, Adult. Saturday, June 10, 2 to 3 pm. Must register in advance.

Children’s Community Art Project, Grades K-4 Wednesday, June 14, 3:30 to 4:30 pm Stop in for a few minutes or for the whole hour and work with others on a piece of community art that will be displayed at the library Ongoing, every other Wednesday Last day to participate is August 9

Craft and Chat Soapmaking, Adult Thursday, y June 15, 6:30 to 8 pm. Advanced registration required.

Chris Fascione: Juggling Funny Stories Preschool-4 Enjoy this special story time with acting, comedy, juggling and more Must register in advance. Friday, June 16, 10 to 10:45 am.

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Film Lover Fridays, Adult Friday, June 16, Noon to 2:30 pm This season, watch movies directed by women This month: The HitchHiker (1953). Snacks will be served, but you may also bring a lunch. Stick around for a post-movie discussion with local film expert Jim Jacob Brought to you in partnership with the River Forest Township Take-N-Makes, Grades 5-12. Pick up a program in a bag while they last June 16, 23 and 30

Stories in the Forest, Ages 0-6 with caregiver at Trailside Museum. Meet at the Nature Play Area Gazebo. Thursdays, June 22 and 29 from 10 to 10:30 am

river Grove Public library. 8638 W. Grand Avenue in River Grove Visit the website at www rivergrovelibrary org for updates and virtual programs Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.

Grab and Go Father’s Day Craft. Wednesday, June 7. Register for a special craft to create and give to someone special Ages 10 and under. Registration required.

Ignacy Jan Paderewski: Artist, Statesman, Humanitarian. This year is the 130th anniversary of Paderewski’s first visit to Chicago At the Chicago 1893 World’s Fair he was a virtuoso pianist under Chicago Orchestra conductor Theodore Thomas, and they became great friends Victoria Granacki will host a presentation on Paderewski’s life and work, along with answering questions at the end. Registration required.

Finding Your Voice Through Calligraphy Monday, June 12, 5:30 to 7:30 pm Come in for a session where you can learn the basics and write something that is truly you. Pen and materials will be provided Registration required

Tween/Te T en Summer Reading, Wednesday, June 14, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Participants will be given supplies and a small canvas to “Find Your Voice” using art Ta T ke your art home or choose to display it during summer reading Ages 9-17 Registration required Summer Club: Find Your Voice. Wednesdays, June 14, 21 and 28, 1 to 2:15 pm Register each week to learn different ways to communicate, listen to stories, make a craft, play games and READ! Everyone will have their own art supplies and hand wipes will be available. This is a 6-week program for ages 5-9. Emails will be sent with the new signup codes Registration required Call 708-453-4484 or email Mrs Tucker at youth@rivergrovelibrary org for details

AM Storytime and PM Storytime, June 15, 22 and 29. Theme is Communication For ages 4 and under Registration required Call Mrs Tucker for more information: 708-453-4484

Teen/Tween Nintendo Game Day, Saturday, y June 17, 11 am to 2 pm Ages 10-17

Grab & Go Bead Coaster Craft, Monday, y June 19 Kits are limited. Registration required.

Teen/Tween Summer Reading: Create Your Own Graphic Novel Wednesday, y June 21, 11:30am to 12:30pm Use withdrawn graphic novels and magazines to create your own comic books, or draw it yourself Ages 9-17 Registration required

Teen Summer Reading: Mirror Frame Collage, Monday, y June 26, 6 to 7 pm. Ages 13-17. Must register. r

Teen Summer Reading: Frame Collage, Wednesday, June 28, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm Ages 9-12 Must register

Connecting withour community

NINEGRADUATESADDEDTO Tr iton College Wall of Fame

The Triton College Alumni Association hosted its 2023 Wall of Fame Ceremony recently The evening included the induction of nine outstanding alumni into Triton College’s Wall of Fame (B Building Foyer). “This honor is for those who have gone ‘above and beyond’ in their community and their work,” said Tina Lilly, director of Business Services “Their names and pictures will be admired for generations.”

The 2023 alumni honorees included Bill Kim, Michaleen “Micki” Lewis, Dominic G Panico, Joseph Prignano, Adrian Schaffer, Michelle (Sirants) Spizzirri, Rocco Spizzirri and Katrina R. Thompson. Thomas Cleary was honored posthumously.

“It feels good to recognize those who have been exceptional in their careers and life after Triton College,” noted Lilly. At the ceremony, each honoree was able to share personal remarks with college Mary-Rita Moore, Triton College president, the Alumni Association Council and over 90 other guests in attendance.

Honored alumnus Bill Kim, an award-winning Chicago chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author, said being inducted into the Wall of Fame was a “full circle” moment for him Kim immigrated to the United States from Seoul, South Korea, at the age of 7 “This is very magical for me, ” he explained “I used to take the Route 331 Bus to Triton every day and now I’m receiving this great honor. Thanks to Triton, I am now a chef.”

Katrina R Thompson, Village President of Broadview, had similar sentiments. “Triton College is the foundation that started my livelihood,” she said. “To get this type of recognition is truly an honor ”

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adamEs, Longino Husband of Kimberly Adames; father of Nancy, Kathy, Gino Jr , Ivy, Jeanette, Linda, Joel, Evelyn, John, Larry, Charles, and Brean; grandfather of 29; great-grandfather of 13; greatgreat-grandfather of three; brother of Isreal, Hector, and the late Blanca; uncle, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

aLfarO, Gael Alexis “Gio,” 20 Son of Lorenzo and Evelyn; brother of Christopher and Galia; grandson of Elsa and Adrian; nephew, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park

BarNhart, Rose Marie, nee Hildebrand Mother of Christina Szymanski, Kimberley Barnhart Posly and Kenneth J Barnhart; grandmother of Will Szymanski, K.C. Bragg, Elliot Posly and Oliver Posly and the late Todd Szymanski; sister of the late Roy and Robin Hildebrand; aunt, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E North Avenue, Northlake

cOcO, Agnes M “Peggy ” Daughter of the late Charles and Rose Coco; sister of the late Anthony (the late Josephine) Coco and the late Annie Coco; aunt, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

cOLELLa, Rocco “Rocky ” Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

cOLEmaN, Glenn E., of Maywood. Fiancé of Ivy WilliamColeman; father of Shan’tiera Richardson and the late Glenn Coleman Jr “NuNu”; grandfather of Christopher Jr and Quinn Jr; brother of Sonja (Kevin) McCoy and the late Trent Coleman; friend to many Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

disiLviO, Jacqueline J , nee Rossi, of Elmwood Park Wife of the late Dominick DiSilvio; mother of Dominick (Marilena) DiSilvio, Michael DiSilvio and Deana (Jeff) Shea; grandmother of Alexandra, Joseph and Michael; sister of Corinne (Anthony) Falbo, Carlo (Linda) Rossi and the late Dominic Rossi; aunt and friend to many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

fLOrEk, Kazimierz Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E North Avenue, Northlake garcia, Rosalina, of Northlake Mother of the late Sergio J Alvarez; sister of Micaela, Alfredo, Eduardo, Jose and the late Gilberto; aunt of many nieces and nephews; great-aunt of Camila and Damian Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

gONzaLEz, Jorge A Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

hEmm, Harold. Husband of the late Dorothy; father of Kenneth, Sr , Linda (late Martin) Kelly, Catherine and Kayla; grandfather, greatgrandfather, great-great-grandfather; brother of Barbara and the late Linda, John, Don, Ed and Bob; friend of many Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E North Avenue, Northlake

jacksON, Billy Son of the late Reedney Jackson and late Lovell, nee Johnson, Jackson Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

LaNdrEBE, Marie E “Betty,” nee Gorr Wife of the late Donald; mother of Don, Bob (Jane), Mark (Noreen), and Judy Landrebe; grandmother of Cindy (J.P.), Nate, John (Jenny) Landrebe, Kira (Diego) Mendes and Lisa (Mike) Fowler; great-grandmother of 9; sister of 10; best friend of the late Lydia Gerlinger Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

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LOch, Mary, 105, of Northlake Wife of Edward F Loch; longtime resident of Villa Scalabrini where she gained many friendships Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake.

LuNa, Jesus “Ace ” Father of Nikolas Schuler (Jennifer), Jesus "Jr" Luna, (Angelina), and Kyle Luna; grandfather of Nikolas, Nadia, Kayla, Joshua, Elijah, Bentley, Parker, Aubree, Hunter, and Cairo; brother of Raul Luna, Daniel Carbajal, Mickey Carbajal, Estevan Martinez (Monica) and the late Francisco; uncle to many Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E North Avenue, Northlake

maNcha, Fidel Morales Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

maNzO, Rosa. Wife of the late Alfredo Manzo; mother of Anthony (Sara), Frances (Alfonso), Pompeo "Peter" (Marisa), and Elizabeth; Nonna of Alfonso, Anthony, Rosanna, Bianca, Rosa, Alfredo, and Angela; great-Nonna of Sophia Rose, Aubrey, Jordan, Gia, Grace, Anthony, Sofia, John Guy, Serafina; sister of 2; aunt, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

mEakisz, Janice Mother of Charles and Heather; sister of Elizabeth and Linda; grandmother of Mitchell; great-grandmother of Caleb and Sebastian. Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Avenue, Northlake.

miEmczEWski, Patricia Wife of the late Ronald; mother of Randy (Patty) and Russell (the late Debbie); grandmother of Danny, Lee, and Samantha; sister of the late Bud, Virginia, Cecelia, Nellie, Winnie, Daniel, Tommy, Eddie and Terry; great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

mONtENEgrO, Claudia M , of Melrose Park Daughter of Claudia and the late Antonio Montenegro; sister of Luzmaria (Javier) Chaidez, Eva (Jesus) Vargas, Beatriz Montenegro, the late Maria Elena Montenegro and the late Antonio Montenegro; aunt and great-aunt of many Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

muEhLENBruch, Daniel "Danny " Son of Bill (Michelle) and the late Debbie; grandson of Judy and the late Louis Affarano; brother of Dana (Brian) Gardner, Amy (Matt) Gitzke; uncle of Gabby, Lucy, and Bryce; nephew, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

NardELLa, James Richard, Sr. Husband of Elizabeth "Ducky"; father of Angelo, Jimmy Jr. and Michael; grandfather of Michael Jr.; brother of the late Ann Rakowski, Rosemary Vecchio, and Michael Nardella; uncle, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

pENa LOpEz, Reyes Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park

quiNONEs, Kevin Son, brother and friend of many Arrangements by Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E North Avenue, Northlake rivEra, Anthony Luis. Father of 7; son of Luis and Theresa (Ron) Smidowicz; brother of Peter (Lily) and Jessica; nephew, cousin and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N 25th Avenue, Melrose Park

sammarcO, Victoria Sister of Felicia, the late Ro, and the late Robert "Bob"; aunt of Krystle, Ryan, Robert Jr , Joanna, Lauren, and Alexandria; great-aunt and friend of many Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral

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scaNLON, Dawn, of Bellwood Mother of Leanean Merritte and LaShuan Scanlon; grandmother of Taylor, Leila, Tyler & Donovan; sister of Celeste, Dorothy, Gail, Cassandra, the late William, the late Barbara and the late Delwin (Dawn’s twin brother); aunt and friend to many Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

suLLivaN, Joan Sullivan, 91 Wife of the late Thomas Sullivan for 54 years; mother of Ralph (Ceci), Frank (Annette), John (Mary), and Guy (Joe) Sullivan; sister of the later Joyce, Earl, Frank, and MaryAnn; sister-in-law of Diane (Ron) Walker; grandmother of Jim (Bonnie), Joe, Danielle (David), Corrin (Lance), Megan (the late Charlie), Frankie, Thomas, Nichole, Ross, and Jamie; great-grandmother of 20; greatgreat grandmother of 2; aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

trOiLa, Frank Timothy. Husband of Mary; preceded in death by his parents and brother Donald.Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park

viLLarrEaL, Janet “Jan,” nee Casperson, of Berkeley Wife of Rosendo “Joe” for a loving 58 years; mother of Chris (Tanya) and Mike (Nicole); grandmother of Christopher, Nina, Natalie and Matthew; sister of Joel (Rita) Casperson and the late Gilbert “Bud” Casperson; sister-inlaw, aunt and great-aunt of many Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside

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Good Therapy’s website provides information on the different types of grief, the process of recovering from grief, articles related to specific types of loss, and ways to get help, including a search for professional therapists Visit the website: www goodtherapy org/learn-abouttherapy/issues/grief

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