Neighbors Magazine November 2017

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When you rise in the morning, give thanks for the light, for your life, for your strength. Give thanks for your food and for the joy of living. If you see no reason to give thanks, the fault lies in yourself.

Guilty.

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—Tecumseh, Indian leader

I think it comes from years of retail brainwashing that I have come to see holidays as just one day—when, in fact, they are not. They’re not even seasonal. Significant calendar days such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, Veterans Day and, even as far down the food chain as Small Business Saturday, are not one-hit wonders. These days are mile-markers to slow us down and make us take notice, colossal compasses to keep human beings on the right moral path every day of the year and yet many of us, including myself, continue to be completely derailed by the commercialization of these holidays instead of their extremely important essence. This isn’t a lecture. I’m just thinking out loud.

Christmas has managed to earn an entire season, shortlived as it might be—and not because of Advent.

How fortunate for retailers that the Christmas “season” starts in the middle of Thanksgiving dinner, causing heartburn, panic and pushing and shoving that quite often include injuries—none of which coincide with my delusions of the spirit of giving. Despite the corporate price-gouging and limited quantities, people camping out for the toy of the year and bullying by selfish shoppers, giving, in general, is generally on the uptick during November and December. Food pantries and non-profits thrive slightly, benefitting from people’s generosity (or guilt); consequently, coats and mittens, turkeys and hams, toys and books, warm pajamas and slippers get distributed by well-meaning individuals and compassionate organizations that work hard to make a difference in the world. But what about the rest of the year? Do we really think that homeless people, people who have fallen on hard times, veterans, seniors and the disabled don’t need food, underwear, socks, and necessities January through October?

Other holidays are strangely observed exactly the same way. How often do you see police directing traffic at the cemetery? Never. Except on Mother’s Day, when everyone comes out of the woodwork with a bouquet of flowers, as if the cemetery wasn’t open seven days a week, 12 months of the year. Do the people we care about only deserve flowers on Sweetest Day or Valentine’s Day? And how ridiculous is the pressure to conform on these days, to buy boxes of roses and chocolates and pay for the most expensive dinner?

As for Veterans Day, I’m not quite sure I can even confine my thoughts to paper. Each year, the number of heroic neighbors honored at local ceremonies dwindles and the handful of people, families and students who attend observances is infuriatingly sparce. Apparently, freedom is a “given” so why bother thanking a veteran for his/her service. After all, they only left the comfort of their homes and hometowns to travel halfway around the world to the most desolate and perilous places, put themselves in harm’s way and oftentimes return mentally and physically torn apart. A handshake is clearly too much to ask of most Americans.

So Thanksgiving is only a few weeks away and I wonder: How many times do we actually bow our heads and say grace or, go one step further, mention a word or two about why we are thankful for everyone around the table? I’m going to go out on a limb and guess that it appears many of us are guilty of being thankful for the blessings in our lives only once a year, on the fourth Thursday of November. For the record, I’m thankful more than I let on. Albert Schweitzer once wrote: At times our light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us. As difficult and as thankless as publishing Neighbors can be some months, it never fails to provide that spark when the lights seem to go out. I have deep gratitude for the advertisers who have placed their trust in me to reach thousands of people with their message; to the owners of the businesses where we drop the magazines, we are nothing without you; and to the readers, like Lorie from Hillside, someone I’ve never met who sent me the most inspiring email last month. Some days, it just seems like all we’re doing is pushing a huge boulder of burdens up a hill only to watch it roll back down again. Maybe that’s because we live and rush from holiday to holiday instead of embracing what they really mean and making their meaning part of our everyday lives. Happy Thanksgiving, neighbors.

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As always, we remain very grateful to our advertisers, readers and those places that allow us to drop copies of Neighbors Magazine each and every month. Not a day or a month goes by that we don’t appreciate all of you.

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, NEIGHBORS!

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GIVING

a time for

and other ways to spread some holiday cheer

MAP of Hope Breakfast with Santa

Mission of Our Lady of trhe Angels provides hope to the poor on the west side of Chicago via food pantries, afterschool programs, senior programs, meals and more.

Consider running in 2018 to support Mission OLA! Sign up fast for the Oct. 7, 2018 Bank of Chicago Marathon; entries are limited/guaranteed registration closes Nov. 30th. Or, join the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle on March 25, 2018. Benefits include t-shirts, pre-race Mass and dinner, a place to stay and your own prayer warrior! Call Sr. Stephanie (a 2:53 marathoner, cross country and track athlete) at 773-486-8431, email olamission@gmail.com or visit missionola.com/marathon.html.

On Sunday, December 10th, the MAP of Hope Foundation, a local charitable works organization, will host a Breakfast with Santa to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities. The event will be held at Villa Brunetti Banquets, 9755 Grand Avenue in Franklin Park from 10 am until 1 pm. Fee for adults is $15 and fee is $5 for children 12 and under. All are encouraged to bring a pair of NEW pajamas as a donation. No tickets will be sold at the door. All tickets must be purchased in advance. Children will be treated to special appearances, entertainment and, of course, Santa will be on hand.

To purchase tickets in advance, mail checks made payable to the MAP of Hope Foundation, PO Box 1110, Melrose Park, IL 60161-1110 or conveniently use PayPal by sending funds to the MapOfHopeFoundation@gmail.com. For more information on supporting this event, contact Mary Ann Paolantonio at 708-279-0519.

Westlake Winter Clothing Drive

Westlake Hospital, 1225 Lake Street in Melrose Park, invites the public to join staff in helping children keep warm this season. New gloves, mittens, hats and/or scarves as well as new or gently-used children’s winter coats are being collected. If buying new items, please purchase sizes to fit children in grades K-8. All of the items will be distributed to the children in School District 89, which serves Maywood, Melrose Park and Broadview.

Bring your items to the Westlake Senior Center in the Professional Office Building by Wednesday, November 15; or, anyone wishing to make a monetary donation can make checks payable to Westlake Hospital and staff will purchase coats for you. For more information on this effort, contact Marta Alvarado at 681-3000, ext. 7585.

Food Drives, Toy Drives, Food Pantries

Veterans Park District invites local residents and businesses to bring nutritious, nonperishable canned or packaged food items (no glass, please) to Grant Park, 44 W. Golfview Drive in Northlake or the George Leoni Complex, 800 N. 17th Avenue in Melrose Park through December 12. New toys/games can also be dropped at these locations through December 12.

Sacred Heart School, 815 N. 16th Avenue in Melrose Park, is collecting canned food and unwrapped toys for Ronald McDonald House in December. For more details about how you can participate, call the school at 681-0240.

Several local municipalities, including the Village of River Grove and the Village of Forest Park, have food pantries and gladly accept donations throughout the year. The Village of North Riverside also has collection boxes for various items through the holiday season (442-5515).

Contact your Village Hall by phone or through their website for more details.

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GIVING

a time for

and other ways to spread some holiday cheer

Operation North Pole Candy Drive

GIFTS MADE WITH LOVE This holiday season, enjoy and share delicious sweet gifts baked and packaged by adults with disabilities at Misericordia’s hearts & flour bakery that are truly gifts made with love! Staff, family and friends will love these goodies baked and packaged by adults with disabilities at Misericordia’s Hearts and Flour Bakery.

Baked goods will arrive fresh at the recipient’s doorstep anywhere in the United States. The easiest way to place your order 24/7 and see the full selection of items that are available is to visit the website at www.misericordia.com and please reference MFA Ester #6138A on your orders. Of course, anyone can call 773-273-2038 M-F to place an order.

Operation North Pole (ONP) is a volunteer-based public charity that works with Chicago’s major children’s hospitals to provide a day of fun for families who have a child battling a life-threatening illness. Each year, 75 families are treated to a fantasy trip to the North Pole. Once again this year, ONP is collecting unopened, new bags of candy for its amazing candy station. Last year, nearly 4,000 pounds (two tons) were donated! “Never worry about ONP collecting too much candy,” said one volunteer.

“Excess has been sent to the troops and other worthy causes. A few dollars can go a long way toward putting a smile on a child’s face.” For more information on ways to help, call 708-715-4717 or visit www.operationnorthpole.org.

Animal Care League Holiday Bazaar

What’s better than shopping during the holidays? Shopping and helping stray animals at the same time! You’ll have that chance on Friday, December 1, 3 to 9 pm; Saturday, December 2, 9 am to 3 pm; and Sunday, December 3, 11 am to 2 pm at the 32nd Annual Holiday Bazaar hosted by the Animal Care League (ACL). This year’s event will be held at 1003 Garfield in Oak Park. The ACL is a non-profit with over 40 years of service to the community and this is one of the major fundraisers that supports its work of caring for stray animals.

The Holiday Bazaar offers fun and festivities, new and gentlyused gift items, decorations, cards, gift wrap, baked goods, pet gifts, holiday baskets plus a basket raffle, music by local entertainers, chair massages by Stephanie Skrine, refreshments and even a quick tour of the shelter will be available.

Get a photo for your holiday cards when Santa arrives on Saturday, December 2 from 10 am to 2 pm and Sunday, December 3, Noon to 2 pm. Bring the whole family and the pets. Anyone interested in volunteering should contact Robin Akers by email at roba656@aol.com or visit www.animalcareleague.org.

Hines VA Hospital needs items for veterans

The Voluntary Service Office at the Edward Hines, Jr. VA Hospital located at 5000 S. Fifth Avenue accepts items throughout the year to support the thousands of veterans who are patients and outpatients at the facility. The Comfort Needs List can be downloaded from the website at www.hines.va.gov/giving. Individual/travel sizes of toiletry items are preferred.

Currently, items needed include: alcohol-free aftershave and mouthwash, lip balm, combs, puzzle game books, deodorant, disposable razors, hand and body lotion, new undershirts (all sizes), new underwear (all sizes), playing cards, shampoo, shaving cream, new sweatpants and sweatshirts (all sizes), new winter gloves and winter hats. Items can be dropped off at Voluntary Service, Building 9, Monday-Friday, 7 am to 3 pm. Call the Voluntary Service staff at 708-202-2523 for more info. Firehouse Subs Stone Park, 3124 W. North Avenue, will reward anyone who brings new packages of socks or underwear for Hines veterans with a FREE small sub through November 30, 2017. Offer is valid only at the Stone Park location.

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North Riverside: Saturday, Nov. 4 The Village of North Riverside Parks & Recreation Department welcomes shoppers to the annual Festive Shopping Experience— come out for the ultimate buying and selling event with some of the most talented area crafters on hand. Concessions will also be sold.

The event will be held in the Village Commons gymnasium, 2401 S. DesPlaines Avenue on Saturday, November 4 from 9 am until 2 pm. For more info, call 442-5515.

Melrose Park: Saturday, Nov. 11

For more information regarding tickets, the backstage tour and field trip performances, call the Dominican Box Office at 708/488-5000 or online at www.balletlegere.org.

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The Sacred Heart Women’s Club Bazaar is set for Saturday, November 11, 10 am until 4 pm at 15th and Iowa Streets in Melrose Park. There will be a Grand Raffle, bakery goods, holiday gift boxes, decorated t-shirts and sweatshirts, candles, wreaths, needlepoint, woodcrafting and much more.

River Grove: Saturday, Nov. 11

Holiday Craft Fair is planned for Saturday, November 11, 9 am to 3 pm at the River Park Moose Lodge, 8601 W. Fullerton in River Grove by the Women of the Moose. Free admission and parking, unique vendors and a Chinese auction are on the agenda. Food and beverages will also be available.

Melrose Park: Sunday, Nov. 12

The Altar and Rosary Society’s 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on Sunday, November 12 from 8:30 am until 4 pm.

There will be a variety of vendors plus coffee, donuts, snacks and other treats will be available. Admission is free. For details, call the rectory at 344-4140.

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Casa San Carlo, 420 N. Wolf Road in Northlake, will host a Holiday Bazaar and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, November 18 from 9 am until 2 pm. Finish up last-minute shopping and enjoy a delicious breakfast in one stop! Casa is still welcoming crafters and vendors to take part in the event. To reserve a table or learn more about the event, contact Frank at 562-4300.

Melrose Park: Saturday, Dec. 9

St. Paul Lutheran Church will hold a Vendor, Craft & Rummage Sale on Saturday, December 9 from 10 am to 4 pm at the Church, 1025 W. Lake Street in Melrose Park. Check out the various vendors, home-baked goods and attic treasures; shoppers can also enjoy lunch and singing some Christmas carols, too. If you are interested in being a vendor at the event, selling your crafts or treasures, tables are $25 each and pre-registration is required. Contact Darlene at 708-506-5515 or the church office at 343-1000 for details.

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To reserve a table or learn more, call Frank at 708.562.4300.

Forest Park/Holiday Walk-Festival of Windows The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce invites all area residents to experience an evening on Madison Street in downtown Forest Park on Friday, December 1, 6 to 9 pm. Take in “live” holiday window displays, go on horse-drawn sleigh rides, meet Santa and his reindeer, plus face painting, a marshmallow roast and merchant open houses. For more details, visit www.exploreforestpark.com.

Forest Park/Autumn Wine Walk Explore all that Madison Street has to offer while visiting 15-plus locations and tasting wine and locally-prepared small bites on Saturday, November 4 from 1 to 5 pm. Get a bonus bottle of wine of your choice. Sign up in advance at Famous Liquors, 7714 Madison Street or register online through the Chamber website at www.exploreforestpark.com.

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Brookfield Zoo/Holiday Magic Now in its 36th year, visit Chicagoland’s longest-running and largest lights festival with over one million twinkling LED lights at Brookfield Zoo, Saturdays and Sundays, December 2-3, 9-10, 16-17 and Tuesday-Sunday, 26-31. Don’t miss the 41foot talking tree, train display, carolers, ice carvers and much more. Many indoor exhibits will be open plus there will be Singing to the Animals and special Zoo Chats. Restaurants and food stands will be open with full menus and holiday treats and gift shops will also be open. While the Zoo is open from 10 am to 9 pm, festivities begin at 4 pm.

Franklin Park/Tree Lighting/Winterfest Save the date for the Village of Franklin Park’s free annual tree lighting and Winterfest in Hammill Square, 9501 Belmont Avenue at the gazebo on Thursday, November 30, 6 to 8 pm.

Enjoy holiday music, help decorate the tree by bringing an ornament from home or making one at the Park District’s craft table; there will be food and holiday items for sale and refreshments served by the Mayor and Trustees. Bring a nonperishable item to donate to the Leyden Food Pantry.

Melrose Park/Missionary Sisters’ Dinner-Dance The Missionary Sisters of St. Charles Borromeo Provincial Guild annual dinner-dance will be held on Saturday, November 11 at Villa Brunetti Banquets, 9755 W. Grand Avenue in Franklin Park. This year’s honorees are Tina Bagnola and the late Donald “Donnie” Cervone. Tickets are $75 each and include dinner and entertainment. For information, contact Gina Serpico at 514-3018 or Mary Ann Paolantonio at 473-8541. more on page 22

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BELLWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 600 S. Bohland Avenue; call 547-7393, ext. 4 to register or visit www.bellwoodlibrary.org.

Book Club. Monday, November 6, 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Discuss The Wonder of All Things by Jason Mott.

Medicare 101. Wednesday, November 8, 6:30 to 7 pm.

A Free seminar to get you up to speed on what Medicare covers.

Bingo at the Library. Thursday, November 16, 2 to 3 pm for ages 18 and up.

Using Ancestry Library Edition. Tuesday, November 28, 10 to 11 am. Research your family tree using Ancestry.com with library staff. Registration required.

Drop-In Yoga. Take advantage of drop-in yoga classes on Thursday evenings from 6 to 7 pm (no class Thanksgiving).

Zumba. Zumba on Saturday mornings November 4, 18, 25 from 10 to 11 am.

Stitches Crochet Club. Stitches on Mondays, November 6, 13, 20, 27 from 6:30 to 7:45 pm. Call the library for all the details.

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

Teen Fall Craft Day. Drop-in, November 11, 1 pm. For ages 13 and up.

Holiday Drop-In Craft Day. November 18, 11:30 am, for ages 5-12, under 7 with an adult.

Holiday Movie Day. All movies rated PG. November 18, 1 pm. Children under 7 must be with an adult.

Homework Central. Get homework help for grades 4-8, anytime on Tuesdays between 3:30 and 5 pm.

Adult Book Club. November 8, 7 pm. Title is The Postmistress by Sarah Blake.

Full Steam Ahead! littleBits Workshop. This program is designed to show kids how to create working gadgets with easy to use modules. November 28, 4:30 pm for ages 8-13.

Must register.

Crafters Corner. For all ages and skills. November 9 and 30 at 6:30 pm. Ms. Loretta available to share basic crochet tips.

Play Dough Play Day. November 10, 4:30 pm. Under 7 must be with an adult.

Lego Build Day. Bring the family, November 20 at 6:30 pm. Under 7 must be with an adult.

Mad Science. Crazy science experiments. November 14, 4:30 pm for ages 6-12. Registration required.

Puzzle Club. If you like to build puzzles, this club is for you. Puzzles provided. November 16 at 3 to 4:30 pm. All ages; under 7 must be with an adult.

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Celebrate the release of Wonder, the film based on the beloved book by RJ Palacio. Do activities that inspire kindness and helping others.

This program for grades Kindergarten through 4th grade will be held on November 16, 4 to 5 pm at the River Forest Library.

activities authors • answers BROOKFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY 3609 Grand Boulevard in Brookfield; call 485-6917 or visit the website at www.www.brookfieldlibrary.info.

Accepting donations of books and more. The Friends of the Library are always accepting gently-used books as well as working audio-visual materials, games and puzzles. Bring donations to the circulation desk; pick-ups are also available. Call for info.

ELMWOOD PARK LIBRARY Located at 1 Conti Parkway; call 453-7645; visit the website at www.elmwoodparklibrary.org.

Letters to Santa. Begins Friday, November 24. Drop off letters through December 18 and you’ll get a letter back from the North Pole.

Homework 911. Help from certified teachers on November 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 28 and 30, 4 to 6 pm for grades K-6.

Family Movie. Watch Spark on Monday, November 6 at 7 pm. All ages.

Family LEGO Night. Tuesday, November 7, 7 to 8:30 pm. All ages.

Chair Yoga. Monday, November 13 and 27, 1 to 2 pm. Adults; register.

Social Media Monday. Learn about Instagram on Monday, November 27, 7 to 8:30 pm. Adults; register.

Trivia Night. Tuesday, November 28, 7 to 9 pm for adults. Bring friends or team up at Russell’s Barbecue; check the Library’s Facebook page for that day’s bonus question.

NORTHLAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY 236 N. Wolf Road. Call 562-2301 or visit www.northlakelibrary.org.

One-on-One Computer Classes.

One-hour classes, day, night and weekend hours available for basic and intermediate classes. Call 562-2301 to schedule.

Cookbook Book Club. Select a recipe from the cookbook chosen then get together to share creations. Claim your recipe at the reference desk.

Thursday, November 9, 7 to 8 pm.

Senior Programs. Shaving Cream Holiday Cards, November 14, 2 to 3 pm; Geneaology Basics November 28, 2 to 3 pm.

Teen Artists’ Cafe. Craft projects and snacks, November 16, 6 to 7:30 pm. Danish Heart Baskets.

Gaming Tournaments. Thursday, November 9, Injustice 2, 6 to 7:30 pm.

DIY Fleece Scarves. Create a one-of-a-kind scarf on Thursday, November 30, 6 to 7:30 pm.

Finals Study Zone. Need a quiet place to study? Drinks and snacks available. December 18-21, 3 to 6 pm.

Programs for Kids. Ask about Preschool Art on November 6 and 13; Preschool Storytime, November 7 and 14; Thanksgiving Craft for ages 8 and up on November 18; Chess Club on Wednesdays, November 1, 8 and 15; Tween Space for ages 9 and up on November 4 and 16; and Family Book Discussion, November 11.

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MELROSE PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY 801 Broadway. Call 343-3391 or visit the website at www.mpplibrary.org.

ABC Adventures. Thursdays, November 2, 9, 16 and 30, 10 to 11 am for ages 1-5. Interactive playtime with stories, music and puzzles.

Kids Care. Mondays, November 6 and 20, 4 to 6 pm. Join this project to transform old grocery bags into sleeping mats for those in need. No need to register. Ages 8+.

LEGO Club. Tuesday, November 14, 4 to 5 pm. Library will supply the LEGOs. Ages 5-12.

Master Makers. Tuesday, November 21, 4 to 5 pm. Build some amazing structures with unusual materials. For ages 8-12.

Wacky Wednesday. Wednesday, November 29, 4 to 5 pm. Read, learn and play in crazy, unpredictable ways.

Ages 7-12.

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

Messy Mornings. For ages 2 and up with adult. Tuesdays, November 7, 14, 21 and 28, 10:30 am.

Preschool Programs. Ask about Lapsit Storytime on Thursdays November 2, 9, 16 and 30 and Pajama Storytime on Tuesday evening, November 14.

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LEGOs Mega-Build Challenge.

For 1st grade and older. Friday, November 10, 3:45 to 4:45 pm. Do not bring LEGOs. Crafts & Cookies. For 2nd grade and up. Kids in kindergarten may attend with an adult. Seasonal crafts for different ages and cookies. Friday, November 17, 3:45 to 4:45 pm.

Family Bingo. Residents age 3 and older. Under 7 with an adult.

Saturday, November 25 at 2 pm.

BBC Hollydays Gingerbread House Craft. Make a delicious and unique holiday centerpiece! All materials and instruction provided.

Cash or check payment per house required at registration. Residents: $15; non-residents: $35. Deadline is November 27. Must be 6 to participate; 6-11 with an adult. Saturday, December 2 from 10 am to 1 pm.

For Teen/Tween. DIY Unique Photo Frames. Saturday, November 4 from 1 to 3 pm. DIY Cat and Dog Blankets for Animal Shelters. Create nosew blankets for puppies and kittens for donation to local animal shelters.

November 18 from 1 to 3 pm.

RIVER FOREST PUBLIC LIBRARY 735 Lathrop Avenue; 366-5205, or visit www.riverforestlibrary.org.

Coffee Monday. For adults. Enjoy coffee, snacks and conversation.

November 6, 10 to 11 am.

Crochet Club. Wednesday, November 8, 3:30 to 4:30 pm for grades 5-12. New patterns each month.

November is Scarves 101.

Connect with Tech. Are you a local senior who wants to get more out of your smartphone, eReader, tablet or computer?

Bring your questions. No need to sign up.

Upcoming sessions are: November 15 and November 29, 10 to 11:30 am.

Teen Tasters. Try lots of zany flavors of your favorite snacks and vote.

Wednesday, November 15, 3:30 to 4:30 pm. Grades 5-8.

A World of Wonder. Grades K-4.

November 16, 4 to 5 pm. Celebrate the release of Wonder, the film based on the beloved book by RJ Palacio. Do activities that inspire kindness and helping others.

Pre-Civil War Quilts: Hidden Codes to Freedom. Connie Martin will illustrate Pre-Civil war quilts and their significance to the freedom of slaves through the Underground Railroad.

Sunday, November 19, 2 to 3:30 pm.

Family Circuit Play. Families work together as they explore and build with snap circuit kits. An adult/caregiver is required to supervise play. One kit per family. Advance registration required.

Grades K-4. Wednesday, November 22, 2-3 pm.

Todder Art. Advance registration required. For ages 2-3 with parent or caregiver on Thursday, November, 30, 10 to 10:30 am.

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

Homework Help. Volunteers from Dominican University will be at the Library to help students in grades K-12 on Wednesdays, November 1, 8 and 15 from 4 to 7 pm. This is a drop-in program so no registration is required.

Evening Tales. For ages 5-8. Enjoy a story, craft and small snack. Wednesday, November 1, 8 and 15, 7 to 7:45 pm.

Contact Mrs. Tucker to register.

Healthy Holiday Eating Alternative for Thanksgiving.

Wellness chef/integrative health coach Annette will share recipes on Monday, November 6, 6 to 7:30 pm.

Homework Help. Volunteers from Dominican University will be at the Library to help students in grades K-12 on Tuesdays, November 7 and 14 from 4 to 7 pm. This is a drop-in program so no registration is required.

Open Gaming. Wednesday, November 8, 15, 29 from 3:30 to 7 pm for ages 9-17.

Movie Night. Monday, November 13 starting at 6:30 pm. For all ages.

Watch “The Shack.” No registration is required.

Super Smash Brothers Tournament. Thursday, November 16, 4:30 to 6 pm. For ages 9-17. Compete for bragging rights and prizes in this tournament.

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With over 55,000 American centenarians, our nation boasts more people who are at least 100 years old than any other nation. And as this rising segment of our population attains the milestone, they hear a recurring question: “What’s your secret?” Their answers typically can be sorted into four categories—diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity, and social engagement. Not coincidentally, those four subjects were the focus of a free presentation hosted and sponsored by River Forest Township in October at the River Forest Community Center, 8020 Madison Street. The 90-minute program, “Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body: Tips from the Latest Research,” was led by Mayra Ligeza, manager of education and outreach at the Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter.

The session kicked off National Memory Screening Month, which is designated as November. River Forest Township Supervisor Carla Sloan added that the program is part of the township’s Brain Health Initiative. It’s a hallmark project developed in conjunction with River Forest Township’s 100th anniversary this year.

The Brain Health Initiative involves education, outreach, support and safety programs related to brain health, memory and dementia. River Forest Township is in the early stages of forming a collaborative effort around the initiative that could include Township Senior Services, Oak Park Township, and the Village of River Forest, among others. The Brain Health Initiative also dovetails with the recently completed Community Health Needs Assessment, the results of which will help to decide future public health priorities.

In addition to the “Healthy Living” program, there are two other upcoming programs: On Thursday, November 2nd, from 9 am to Noon: Free and confidential memory screenings at Oak Park Township Senior Services, 130 S. Oak Park Avenue in Oak Park. This “healthy brain checkup” tests memory and other thinking skills, is simple and safe, and is an initiative of the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.

On Friday, November 17th, from 10 am to Noon: “Alzheimer’s Research: Embracing the Future,” at River Forest Township, 8020 Madison Street. Speakers Dean Hervochon and Steve Satek of Great Lakes Clinical Trials will present the latest research and discuss the role played by clinical trials.

For both November programs, register by contacting Steve Smith at 708-383-8060; walk-ins are also welcome.

River Forest Township efficiently and actively funds and directs the delivery of essential human services in the areas of youth, seniors, mental health and general assistance. The Township is online at www.RiverForestTownship.org.

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River Forest/The Nutcracker Ballet Ballet Legere will present its 33rd annual production of “The Nutcracker Ballet” in its entirety from December 7 through December 11. This is the longest running production in all of Chicagoland. Performances will be held at Dominican University’s Performing Arts Center in the Lund Auditorium, 7900 W. Division Street in River Forest. Guest artists Marcus Romeo and Bella Ureta appear courtesy of the Cincinnati Ballet and Victoria Morgan, Artistic Director. Field trip performances are scheduled for December 7, 8 and 11 (contact Ballet Legere directly). Public show dates are Saturday, December 9 at 2 pm and 7 pm and again on Sunday, December 10 at 2 pm. A backstage tour is available on Saturday after the matinee.

Tickets can be ordered online at www.balletlegere.org and follow the link or call/visit the Dominican Performing Arts Center Box Office (488-5000). Box office hours are Tuesday through Friday, Noon to 6 pm. For more information about Ballet Legere, call 773-237-1874.

Stone Park/Casa Italia Fall Film Series Casa Italia’s fall film series focuses on the works of acclaimed Italian film director Vanna Paoli, who will be on hand to offer insights into the films. On Nov. 10: “La casa rosa” (The Pink House), about an Italian woman whose world is turned upside down when she inherits a home in Czechoslovakia. On Nov. 17: “Detective per caso” (The Accidental Detective) about an American attorney in Florence as he attempts to unravel a client’s family secrets.

All films will be screened in Italian with English subtitles in the ballroom of the Community Center at Casa Italia in Stone Park. Doors open at 7 pm and screenings begin promptly at 7:30 pm. The series is hosted by Fra Noi Editor Paul Basile. Admission is free, donations are encouraged and reservations are a must. Call 708-345-5933 or visit www.casaitaliachicago.org.

Veterans Park/Winter Fest & Santa Breakfast VPD will host Winter Fest 2017 at Grant Park Recreation Center, 44 Golfview Drive in Northlake on Saturday, December 9 from 11 am to 3 pm. Entertainment for the whole family, crafts, bingo, carriage rides, Mr. and Mrs. Claus and more.

Reserve your spot at the table with Santa now! VPD’s Breakfast with Santa is set for Saturday, December 16, 10 am to Noon at Bulger Park in Melrose Park. Visit with Santa, enjoy a hot breakfast and more. Registration deadline is December 1.

For fees and to register, call 343-5270.

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HELP FOR YOU. HELP YOU CAN GIVE. Consider Volunteering at Rush Oak Park Giving your time and talent is one of the most generous and caring ways you can give back to your community. Rush Oak Park Hospital now has a wide range of volunteer opportunities for area residents to choose from—staff will help you find the one that suits your schedule best. Volunteers say they get back as much from the experience as they give. For more information, call 708-660-5685 or visit the website at www.roph.org/about-us/volunteer.

Grocery Bill Keep Going Up? Did you know that there is help available? The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly known as food stamps) provides a monthly benefit that is used to purchase groceries. SNAP benefits are loaded on to a LINK card each month which can be used at local stores just like a debit card. Individuals with disabilities, who are blind or 60 and over qualify for SNAP if their gross monthly income is less than $2,010 for an individual or $2,707 for a couple. If you participate in other benefit programs like Medicaid or SSI, you may qualify for SNAP benefits. The AgeOptions Benefits Enrollment Center offers free full benefits screenings, education and enrollment. Call the local office at 383-0258 for more details.

FREE Living With Diabetes Presentation Diabetes is the 7th leading cause of death in the U.S. yet so many do not know or understand the basic facts about the disease. Join Maria Olga Cardenas, MD, MSCI, Endocrinologist, for a discussion about the various types of diabetes, risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis and management on Thursday, November 9, 10 to 11 am during the FREE Diabetes and Kidney Screening Event with the National Kidney Foundation at West Suburban Medical Center, 3 Erie Court in Oak Park.

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Operation UpLift Marks 50th Year of Service Operation UpLift, Inc., 104 S. 5th Avenue in Maywood, is planning a Black Tie Anniversary Gala celebrating 50 years of community service, 1968-2018. Keynote speaker for the January 2018 event will be Pastor Otis Moss III, Senior Pastor at Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago. Currently, George E. Stone II, Executive Director, Northica H. Stone, President/CEO and Edward Million, Chairman, are seeking nominations for the 11 Community Awards that will be presented at the event, including the Good Neighbor/Helping Hand Award, Youth Vision 21 Leon S. Brown Award, George E. Stone Sr. Humanitarian Award and Dr. Percy Julian Community Service Award. For more information on nominating local individuals for the awards, please call 708-516-2637 or send an email to operationupliftinc.@gmail.com.

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TAVERNA ANNOUNCES PLANS TO OPEN YEAR-ROUND

Taverna On Division, previously open only April through October, recently announced that it will remain open year-round “to give customers what they’ve been asking for” since the Melrose Park restaurant launched in 2015. Taverna has received rave reviews on Yelp and on Facebook for its stylish architecture, expansive outdoor patio which offers a spacious Al Fresco experience during spring, summer and early fall, its breathtaking fire pit and, of course for its food, which includes specialties such as Shrimp Taverna and Grilled Skirt Steak with Chimichurri Sauce.

Taverna, 1707 Division Street, centered in the middle of the Melrose Park neighborhood, is open Wednesday and Thursday, 4 to 10 pm; Friday and Saturday, 4 to 11 pm; and Sunday, 3 to 8 pm; the bar remains open until 2 am.

Available for private parties, holiday parties, banquets and catering. Call 338-3333 for more information and reservations and follow Taverna On Division on Facebook and Twitter. Gift certificates are also available.

While it was bad news for H.H. Gregg, the appliance and electronics retailer, that the company went out of business, it was a reason to celebrate for Binny’s Beverage Depot, which jumped at the chance to open up in the 30,000 square foot retail space located at 7250 Cermak Road in North Riverside. Binny’s, the Midwest’s largest retailer of fine wines, spirits, beers and cigars, will add North Riverside to its list of over 30 stores in Illinois. Tentative plans are to open the store just in time for Thanksgiving. Visit the website at www.binnys.com for updated information.

RIVER FOREST MAYOR CATHY ADDUCI VISITS RFC’S NEW, EXPANDED STORE

Last month, River Forest Village President Cathy Adduci (at left) and Village Trustee Carmela Corsini (right) stopped in to congratulate River Forest Chocolates owner Donna Fantetti Slepicka (center) and her staff on the transition to a new, expanded storefront at 7769 Lake Street. RFC’s signature English toffee and sea salt caramels, other mouth-watering treats and one-of-a-kind gift items have become increasingly popular since the store first opened in 2011. Follow RFC on Facebook, visit www.riverforestchocolates.com or call 708-366-0891.

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Home Owner’s Bargain Outlet, also known as HOBO, opened the doors to its seventh location in the Midwest recently. Located at 7630 W. Roosevelt in the Forest Park Plaza (at Roosevelt and Desplaines Avenue), HOBO is a one-stop shop for customers looking to “transform a room, floor or their entire home,” said Jerry Jurewicz, HOBO VP of Operations. Products for kitchen, flooring, bath and furniture are among the offerings as well as top-notch customer service. Visit www.hoboonline.com.

Maywood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Hosting 3 Comprehensive Pre-Examination Sessions for Entry-Level Firefighter Applicants When: Location: Time: Cost:

November 18, 2017 December 9 and 18, 2017 Maywood All-Purpose Building 200 S. 5th Avenue 9 am to 12 Noon $30 per person/non-refundable

This course is intended to identify and develop important skills that applicants need to compete and pass the firefighter entry-level examination.

Total Duration: 9 Hours (Three 3-Hour Sessions) Please contact the Fire and Police Commissioners’ Office to reserve seating November 6-November 17.

CALL 708-450-4488 BETWEEN 9 AM AND 2 PM. No seating reservations can be made after that date.

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

Nature Story Times. Nature-inspired stories, crafts and activities for ages 3-6 with an adult. Thursdays, November 2 and 16, 10:30 am.

“Bone” Appetit. Join staff during feeding time to learn about outdoor animals that make their home at Trailside.

Saturday, November 4; Friday, November 10; and Sunday, November 26 at 1 pm.

Migration Mysteries. There’s a lot to learn about animal migration! Take a quick peek at what we do know with Chicago Audubon Society’s John Elliott. Birds will be featured, with a glimpse at other migrants. Registration requested.

Call 366-6530. Sunday, November 5, 1 pm.

Celebrating Native American History Month: Powwow 101. Learn about dances and songs of an Inter-Tribal Powwow. Hear the stories of the jingle dress, fancy shawl and grass dancer. Held at Thatcher Pavilion, 8030 Chicago Avenue (across from Trailside Museum). Call 366-6530 for more information. Saturday, November 11, 1 pm.

Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam. Make a simple musical instrument from an invasive plant species, then join in the bluegrass jam circle. Bring your basses, fiddles, mandolins, guitars and banjos, too. The Jam is open to anyone who wants to play or listen! Sunday, November 12, 1 pm.

Ready for Winter. Individuals and families are invited to see how local plants and animals are getting ready for winter.

Families will enjoy stories, fun activities and a short walk.

Sunday, November 19, 1 pm.

Turkey Trot Hike. Walk off that turkey dinner on a special post-holiday guided hike on the trails. Register by 11/23 by calling 366-6530. Friday, November 24, 1 pm.

November Navigation. Learn how to navigate around the trails using nature, GPS units, compasses and other useful tools. Saturday, November 25, 1 pm.

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Harvest Delight Bingo with Shepard’s Pie and prizes, Tuesday, Nov. 28, Noon to 2 pm at Bulger Park in Melrose Park.

Fee is $10 per person.

‘Tis the Season Lunch on Wednesday, Dec. 20, Noon to 2 pm at Bulger Park. Fee is $17 and includes a spectacular Christmas lunch and the Mike Valentine Christmas Show plus a give-away and raffle prizes. Fee is $17 per person. � Active Adult Day Trips. “42nd Street” at Drury Lane Oakbrook Terrace on Thursday, Jan. 4. Fee is $75. � For Kids. Pee Wee Holiday Picassos with Parent for ages 24-36 months. Tuesdays, Nov. 28, Dec. 5, 12, 19 at the George A. Leoni Complex, 11 am to Noon. Fee: $25/40.

Winter Break Camp for ages 6-12. Dec. 27, 28, 29, Jan. 3, 4 and 5, 9 am to 4 pm at Grant Park in Northlake. Call for details, including fees and before care and after care.

The Leyden Township Community Center, 2620 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park offers programs for area residents of all ages. Call the Center at 847-451-5144. � Tree Lighting. November 17, 6:30 pm at Westdale Park, 3045 Sandra in Melrose Park. Free family event, pictures with Santa, petting zoo, pony rides, hot chocolate and more. � Breakfast with Santa. Dec. 1 for all ages, 9:30 to 11 am.

Fee is $5/$10. Must register by Nov. 22. Free pictures with Santa. � Children’s Programs. Tot Tumble, Dec. 26, 28 and Jan. 2 and 4 from 10 to 11:30 am for ages 3-6. Julio’s Guitar Lessons on Tuesdays, Dec. 5 through Jan. 30. Grade School Drop-In Days: Dec. 26, 28, Jan. 2 and 4 for ages 6-12. Movie-N-Munch on Dec. 26, 27, 28, Jan. 2, 3, 4 and 5 from Noon to 2 pm for all ages. � Customizable Hands-on Learning/Winter Preschool.

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Set up your Tuition Payment Plan Advanced registration begins November 1, 2017.

Registering early gives you the best selection of classes and can significantly reduce the wait time to see a counselor; it also allows you to set up a payment plan that gives you up to six months to pay for classes. Register online through the MyTriton portal at www.triton.edu; in person at the Welcome Center; or by phone with the Call Center.

Cernan Center Updates The Cernan Earth and Space Center will be closed for all programming from November 17 through November 20 so old equipment can be removed. Anyone with questions should call the office at 456-0300, ext. 3372.

Don’t miss the Laser Led Zeppelin Cosmic Light Show which premieres on Saturday, November 4, 8:30 to 9:30 pm; the final showing is Saturday, November 25, 8:30 to 9:30 pm.

Legendary hits from Led Zeppelin are accompanied by laser graphics and fulldome visual effects.

The Truth About Tobacco Learn about the physical and emotional effects of tobacco and how to quit on Tuesday, November 14, Noon to 3 pm in the Student Center Cafeteria (B Building). Refreshments will be served. For info, contact Health Services at 456-0300, ext.

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Holiday Festival of Trees ‘Tis the season for giving and celebration. Join Triton College as we celebrate the holidays, while giving to our deserving students.

1. Sponsor a tree (which includes lights) on behalf of a village, town, business, school or individual.

2. Come decorate your tree on campus, at your convenience, anytime during the week of Nov. 20-30th

(all trees must be decorated by 4 p.m. on the 30th)

3. Join us for the Holiday Festival of Trees on:

Thursday, Nov. 30th, 4 to 7:30 p.m. (The purchase of a tree is not necessary to attend the festival) Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, holiday music and seasonal photos with our Mascot Troy. Also, take in a free holiday movie playing in the cafeteria.

Each lighted tree is $150 with the proceeds going to the Triton College Foundation for student scholarships. For more information, call (708) 456-0300, Ext. 3165/3172 or to sponsor a tree, go to www.triton.edu/tritontree.

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Veterans Park District has held a moving service for the past 11 years at Bulger Park located at 16th and Hirsch in Melrose Park. Everyone is invited—including area residents, students and war heroes—to this year’s ceremony set for Friday, November 3 beginning at 10 am.

Hillside’s 15th Annual Veterans Day Parade

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Hillside Mayor Joseph Tamburino and the Village of Hillside along with the Broadview/Hillside American Legion Post #626 will host the 15th annual Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 4 beginning at 1 pm. The parade starts at the Village Hall, 425 Hillside Avenue and proceeds south to Butterfield Road, east on Butterfield Road to Wolf Road and north on Wolf Road to Washington Avenue then west on Washington to the Reviewing Stand located at the Veterans Memorial in the Hillside Commons. Grand Marshal for the event is former Hillside resident Harry F. Sawyer, Vietnam veteran, U.S. Navy and current Assistant Director of the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs. Over 4,000 participants, including members of the military, Medinah and Shriner groups, JROTC students and first responders from surrounding towns proudly join together to say “thank you” to the country’s patriots. Visit www.hillside-il.org for updated information, follow the Village of Hillside on Facebook or call Evelyn at 202-4343 for details.

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All veterans and family members are welcome to atend a special chapel service in their honor on November 10 at Walther Christian Academy, 900 Chicago Avenue in Melrose Park. Coffee and donuts are served at 9:45 am in the cafeteria and the service will begin at 10:20 am in the gymnasium. For more info, contact Catherine Hegarty at 708-344-0404.

Village of Franklin Park invites the public to its November 11th observance

The Village of Franklin Park, together with American Legion Post 974, will host a Veterans Day Observance on Saturday, November 11 at 11 am. The event will honor veterans from all of the nation’s conflicts with a special program that will include the dedication of new names to the Veterans Monument.

Everyone is invited to attend. This special event will be held at the Veterans Monument on Belmont Avenue, just west of the Village Hall. For more details, call 847-671-8236.

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Notices AQUILA, Venanzio. Husband of Ada, nee Mostacci; father of Anna Maria Aquila, Felice Aquila and Marcella Aquila Trombino; son of the late Felice and late Angela, nee Tagliola; grandfather of Francesca Trombino; brother of Adalgisa (Natalie) Mostacci, Quintino (Maria) Aquila and Armida (Camillo) Angeloni; uncle of many. Entombment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

BARRAZA, Corvin Dallas, age 4, of Stone Park. Son of the late Miriam Cruz Hurtado; grandson of Yolanda Hurtado and Alejandro Cruz; brother of Guadalupe Villagran and Eduardo Villagran; nephew of Jessica Cruz Hurtado, Pedro Cruz Hurtado and Jose Emilio Torres Hurtado; cousin of Leslie Mendez Cruz. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

CANO, Maria S. Wife of the late Jesus; mother of Guadalupe (Jose) Vazquez, Micaela (Wayne) Young, Manuel Diaz, Ernesto Diaz, Sofia (James) Pennington, Carlos Diaz, Jesus (Lizeth) Diaz, Valentine (Milly) Diaz, Maria Diaz, Jose Ramon Diaz, Armando Diaz, Ana R. (Tony) Santos, Bonifacio Diaz, late Raymundo (Maria) Diaz and late Camilo Diaz; grandmother of 40 and great-grandmother of 31; sister of 22; aunt of many. Interment in Mexico. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

CRUZ HURTADO, Miriam, 31, of Stone Park. Mother of Guadalupe Villagran, Eduardo Villagran and the late Corbin Dallas Barraza; daughter of Yolanda Hurtado and Alejandro Cruz; sister of Jessica Cruz Hurtado, Pedro Cruz Hurtado and Jose Emilio Torres Hurtado; aunt of Leslie Mendez Cruz Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

DAVIS, Gloria, nee Schmidt. Wife of the late Lonnie Harold Davis; mother of the late Johannah (Marvin Sr.) Cole and Bonnie (Kenneth) Newsome; grandmother of Sheila (Marco) Moore, Marvin Cole Jr., Steven Cole, Daniel Newsome and Thomas Newsome; sister of the late Jeanette Menulasceno, Virginia Davidson and Joyce Lesargth; aunt of many.

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

DE JULIUS, Alexander G. “Lex.” Husband of Joann, nee Urso; father of Roxanne and Dionne (Robert) Lisanti; son of Geraldine and the late Alex De Julius; papa of Luciana, Livia and Mila; brother of Sharon (Roman) Zahorodnyj, Francine (Jeff) Rybarski, Dante (Bernandette) and the late Marlane (Gary) Montino; nephew, uncle and friend of many.

Entombment private at Queen of Heaven Mausoleum. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

DIAMOND, Barry V. Husband of Suzanne, nee Glorioso; father of Mike (Rachel) and Danielle (Sean) Franklin; son of the late Victor and the late Alice; grandfather of Ethan; brother of Bruce and Dolores (Dan) Calabrese; uncle of Dana Marchese, Frank Marchese, Jenny (Rob) Staresina, Sarah Sobrski, Joe Sobaski, Greg Calabrese; great-uncle of Hayden Staresina. Interment at Mount Emblem Cemetery. Arrangements

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

GARCIA-JARAMILO, Nora Elena. Mother of Amanda and Daniel Garcia; sister of Alba, Marta, Mercedes, Olga, Isabel, Milena, Alonso, John, Claudia and David. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

GOODWIN, Clarence. Companion of Bonnie Dalke; father of Patrick (Nancy), Ken, Adam and the late Sally (Topi) Vitala; brother of Carol Gora and the late Joe Krupa and the late Donna Papciak; grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend of many.

Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

JONES, Nasia Lee, nee Davis. Mother of Frank Jones and the late Betty Lewis; grandmother of Faith (Leocharlson Jean-Louis) Jones, Juanita and Lolita Lewis; sister of Joistine Davis and preceded in death by three other siblings; aunt of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

KNIGHT, Thomas R. Son of Joan and the late Thomas David; father of Ethan; brother of Susan (Mark); friend of Kristin; grandson, nephew, cosuin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

KOPIJA, Donna G, nee Gilla. Wife of John; mother of Jonathan, Emilie and Joseph; daughter of the late John and Nancy, nee Raispis; sister of John Gilla and Cindy (Dave) Schultz; aunt of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

LOPEZ RUEDA, Ricardo. Husband of Irma A. Munguia; father of Ricardo, Armando, Yliria, Crisol and the late Edgardo; grandfather of Diego, Emiliano, Santiago, Armando, Larisa, Leroy, Levy, Ian, Bianca, Regina, Edgardo, Carlos, Karyli and Mauricio. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

MOSSA, Domenica, 90, formerly of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Joseph; mother of Nick Mossa and Vito (Lucia) Mossa; grandmother of Joseph, Antonella, Eric and Katie; grandmother of Julian; sister of Nicola Chimienti, Paolina Ramos and Yolanda Salinas. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

OCHOA, Librada. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

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

PARKER, Charity Ann, nee McShan. Wife of the late Wilbert; mother of Wilbert L. Parker, Dr. Natalie (Eugene) Renfroe and Lisa Parker; daughter of the late Willie and the late Ethel Mae, nee Palmore, McShan; grandmother of Nicole “Nikki” Renfroe, DeMarco Hayes and Nigel Renfroe; great-grandmother of Jayceon and DeMari; sister of John Pallmore, Arthur McShan, Margaret (William) Willingham, Geraldine (Beverly) Willingham, Cleopatra (John) Dunn, Mary Louise (M.C.) Perkins, Lillye (Henry) Gadsen and Barbara (Cleo) Hudson; aunt of many.

Interment at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

PRATT, Roselea. Mother of the late Nicholas Martino and the late Patrick Martino; grandmother of Patrick J. Martino Jr. (Cindy), Jennifer Martino, Nicholas Martino Jr.; sister of Harold (Ethyl), Lyle (the late Josephine), Christine (Jesse) Salinas, James (Mary Ann), James R. (Janet) Yule, Daniel (Joyce), the late Mary Lou (the late Wendell) Griffin, the late Katherine Couty, the late Richard (the late Barbara); step-sister of Dorothy (the late Anthony) Chiuso, Margaret (the late Michael) Lo Bianco), John Yule, Carol (William) Szymezek, the late Dennis and the late Joseph Yule; great-grandmother, aunt, cousin and friend of many.

Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. � PULIKOWSKI, Hillard B., also known as “Ski,” 91. Veteran of the United States Navy and recipient of several distinctions and medals, including the Asiatic Pacific 4 Stars, Victory Medal, American Area and Philippine Liberation 2 Stars; he was also retired from the Melrose Park Police Department after 32 years of service. Husband of the late Colleen D. Pulikowski, nee Sensiba; father of Sue Ann (Joe) Vercell, Marlene Nicosia, Darlene (Ted) Batwinski, Alan (Gail) Pulikowski and Sandy (Ron) Arneson; grandfather of Dawn Soto, Steve Vercell, Misty Coryell, Vanessa Rogalla, Julie Okulanis, Michael Graff, Dana Sobey, Nicholas Pulikowski, Kirby Perkins, Stephanie Flores and Rebecca Arneson; great-grandfather of 18 and two on the way. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

Obituaries continue on page 42 of this issue.

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Notices RITACCO, Carmen A. Jr. Son of Carmen Sr. and Cheryl Alvinito; grandson of Frank and the late Angie, nee Dinardi, Ritacco and Joseph and the late Theresa, nee Costanzo, Alvinito; nephew of Tony (Margie), Frank (Elaine) and Fran DiFoggio, RoRo (Andrew) Burns and Donna Alvinito; cousin and friend of many. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

RUBIO, Wilfredo. Father of Wilfredo (Sabrina), Edgar (Heather), Miriam Elizabeth Rubio and Junior Guerra; grandfather of Wilfredo III, Kristen, Tyler, Brooke, Jonathan and Mia Elizabeth; brother of Betty, Daisy, Rene, Consuelo, Jeanette, Minita and Brenda; uncle of Frank, Jorge, Noe, Johnny, Daisy, Natalie, Rene A., Ricardo, Sue Ellen, Griselda, Victor, Wilson, Anthony, Melissa, Dean and Landon. Interment at Bronsewood Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

SANCHEZ, Florencio. Husband of Ignacia, nee Sanchez-Meraz; father of Antonia, Maria, Gustavo (Amy), Raul (Yanira), Norma (Ruben) Arias, Florencio (Natalie), Lenore and Charlie; grandfather, greatgrandfather, uncle and friend of many. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

SCARLATO, Francesco. Entombment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

SCHLOSSBERG, Martin. Husband of the late Maryann; father Brian (Nita), Barry, Bruce (Theresa) and stepfather of George, Angel, Vince and Joan; grandfather, uncle, cousin and friend of many. Interment at Westlawn Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

TUKIENDORF, Ted “Tadeusz.” Husband of Mary Lynn Tukiendorf, nee Bultas; brother of Barbara (Anthony) Di Legge Tukiendorf; uncle of Dianna (John) Di Legge-Nocher and Tony (Becky) Di Legge; great-uncle of L.T., Juliana, Aidan and Josh. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

TURI, James A. Husband of Pat, nee Yudys. Father of Lisa (Len) Mondia, Cindy (the late Ray) O’Bierne, Nicole (Patrick) Wilkins and Jim (Meghan) Turi; grandfather of Sam, Jessica, Joey, Angelo and Anthony Mondia, Gavin, Aiden and Evelyn O’Bierne, Amber, Joshua, Elijah and Maggie Wilkins, Austin, Avery and Jimmy Turi; brother of Larry (Karen) Turi and the late Darlene (Tony) Morawski; brother-in-law of Sandy (Peter) Friguletto, Carol Hritz, Alan (Mary) Yudys and Anne (Mark) Montgomery.

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

URBINA, Guadalupe. Husband of Linda Estrada; father of Guadalupe Urbina Jr., Minerva Urbina, Sandra Urbina and Oracio Urbina; grandfather of Jessie, Angelique and Stephan Moore, Damaris, Osvaldo, Christian and Christopher Rodriguez, Jasmine, Julian and Reynaldo Urbina; great-grandfather of Aiden Urbina. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

VALENCIA, Aurora. Mother of Elba Lopez, Rosalba De La Mora, Celia Chavez and the late Jesus Valencia; grandmother of Hilda, Reiyna, Zenaida, Rigo, Isabel, Jaquin, Beatris, Jamie Lopez, Elicer, Glenda, Joen, Pablo De La Mora, Patricia, Juan and Alex Chavez; great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and friend of many. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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