Neighbors Magazine November 2018

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It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the epoch of incredulity, it was the season of Light, it was the season of Darkness...

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—Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities, 1859

Stressed & Blessed. I’m usually fairly quiet at the Thanksgiving table and my prayer is generally the “these thy gifts” recitation even though, in my heart, I am grateful for so many people and blessings—so much so that if everyone took a turn around the table to say what they were thankful for the food would surely be cold when I was finished and everyone would’ve been happier if I had stayed home.

I often say I’m lucky—to which my mother always replies, “Never say lucky, say blessed.”

And because I have been fortunate in countless ways in my life, I’ve tried to give back whenever possible, donating time, money, items being collected as well as providing space in Neighbors so that others might find gratification from contributing to worthy causes. I had no idea how trivial my efforts had been until my mom was recently admitted to Westlake Hospital for hip surgery after a simple stumble in her bedroom. Blessed that my amazing mom had never spent a day in the hospital in her life but stressed that age and anaesthesia and pain would forever change the landscape of our lives, I held my breath for what seemed like days. Like everyone else who faces adversity, I ran the gamut of emotions and my mind raced like a hamster on a wheel. But while I paced in desperation, I had no idea that this place where I drop magazines each month was a commune of compassion and exceptional care. From the emergency room to the operating room, from 5 West to Rehab, from the cafeteria to the maintenance staff, from administration to the physical therapy graduation chicken dance, I learned the hard way (don’t I always) that Westlake Community Hospital is truly a gift to the western suburbs. While some may disagree, having different or disappointing experiences, I am compelled to use my platform to publicly acknowledge those who go above and beyond their job description and pay grade. We may never see an impressive television commercial for Westlake with violins playing in the background but I did see the words of the Alabama song “Angels Among Us” play out before my eyes: When life held troubled times and had me down on my knees, there’s always been someone to come along and comfort me; a kind word from a stranger to lend a helping hand, a phone call from a friend just to say I understand. Now ain’t it kind of funny at the dark end of the road, someone lights the way with just a single ray of hope.

Medicare doesn’t care if patients eat their lunch, brush their hair, watch Maury or get terribly homesick and sad. But the Westlake staff that has become cherished friends cared for us, two anxious strangers, like we were their own family—through quiet companionship, through holding a hand, with a round of applause, with a much-needed hug and a tremendous amount of patience and personal attention. I’ve done a few good deeds in my life but they pale in comparison to the kindness shown to people you’ve never met, who are at their lowest and most vulnerable. For the past 16 years, I’ve worked hard to make Neighbors your community publication, to shine a light on the unsung and the noteworthy; but for the past 91 years, Westlake has worked even harder to be a rock-solid community institution that people can trust with their health—and their emotions. This Thanksgiving, I have two words: Westlake Hospital.

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NEW drop sites added! Pick up your Neighborstm BELLWOOD � Bellwood Public Library � West Suburban Senior Services � Mickey’s Drive-In � Gioacchino’s Ristorante � Bellwood Village Hall � Currency Exchange on Mannheim � Center at Stevenson Park BERKELEY � Republic Bank � JK Restaurant � Berkeley Village Hall and Library � Berkeley Finer Foods BROADVIEW � NEW! Broadview Public Library � NEW! Broadview Family Restaurant � Lucky Dog on Cermak � Dunkin Donuts on Roosevelt ELMHURST � Silverado Grill � Lezza Spumoni & Desserts � Elmhurst Metra Station ELMWOOD PARK � NEW! Hunters Restaurant � Gambino’s Fresh Market � Elmwood Park Village Hall � Elmwood Park Public Library � Elmwood Park Recreation Center FOREST PARK � NEW! Dog Den Chicago � Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor � Famous Liquors on Madison � Ed’s Foods � Forest Park Library � Forest Park Community Center � Starship Restaurant FRANKLIN PARK � Franklin Park Metra Station � Lulu Belle’s Pancake House � The Underpass Restaurant & Lounge � Shelby’s Gaming Cafe � Romano’s (now on Franklin Avenue) � Al and Joe’s Deli � American Legion Post #974 � Smart Wash Laundromat � Franklin Park Public Library � Park District of Franklin Park � Franklin Park Village Hall � Leyden Township & Community Center HILLSIDE � Home Run Inn Pizza � Eisenhower Park � Hillside Village Hall � Russo’s Chapels � Holiday Inn Express & Suites � Q’s Restaurant & Pizza � Hillside Public Library MAYWOOD � Poor Boy, 1st & Roosevelt � Maywood Village Hall � Maywood Public Library MELROSE PARK � NEW! Gottlieb Fitness Center � NEW! Swap-O-Rama Flea Market

MORE MELROSE PARK � Village Jewelry & Loan � Dunk Donuts on Lake Street � Lucky Dog on Lake Street � Melrose Park Public Library � Sacred Heart Church and School � Harlo Grill � Café 23, 23rd and Lake Street � Veterans Park District Leoni Complex � 7-11 on Broadway � PNC Bank, Winston Plaza � Scudiero’s Bakery � Melrose Park Village Hall/Senior Center � Pan American Bank � Westlake Community Hospital � Melrose Currency on Broadway � Caputo Cheese Market � St. Paul Lutheran Church NORTHLAKE � Howard H. Rohde Legion Post � Grant Park Recreation Center � Northlake Public Library � Villa Scalabrini and Casa San Carlo NORTH RIVERSIDE � NEW! Catie’s Place Gaming � North Riverside Village Commons � North Riverside Public Library OAK PARK � Community Bank Oak Park/River Forest � Prairie Bread Kitchen � Rush Oak Park Hospital � Oak Park Public Library RIVER FOREST � River Forest Community Center � River Forest Chocolates � Trailside Museum � TCF Bank � Whole Foods � River Forest Library RIVER GROVE � Quasthoff’s Florist � Catie’s Place Gaming � Triton College � Rich’s Fresh Market � Dunkin’ Donuts: River Road & Belmont � Bargains in a Box � Blondie’s Diner � St. Cyprian Church � River Grove Public Library � River Grove Village Hall � River Park Moose Lodge SCHILLER PARK � NEW! Schiller Park Village Hall � Al & Andy’s Restaurant � Marathon Station, 25th & Irving � Jay’s Beef � Gambino’s Fresh Market, 25th Avenue STONE PARK � Shamrock’s Gaming � Firehouse Subs � Shwings Shrimp & Wings WESTCHESTER � Stella’s Place � Le Petite Cafe on Mannheim � Westchester Village Hall

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MAP of Hope Breakfast with Santa

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.

On Sunday, December 9th, the MAP of Hope Foundation, a local charitable works organization, will host a Breakfast with Santa to benefit Ronald McDonald House Charities and House of the Good Shepherd. 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. A one-hour breakfast buffet, photos with Santa, a magic show for kids and dance party with Santa are among the highlights. 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 on the website at www.mapofhopefoundation.org. For more information on supporting this event, contact Mary Ann Paolantonio at 708-279-0519.

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Flour to Empower is a social enterprise of Synapse House located at 561 N. York in Elmhurst. Every purchase from the Flour to Empower Bakery goes toward supporting the brain injury and stroke survivors served at Synapse House; all treats are made by hand and packaged by members with love.

Synapse House helps its members regain skills lost due to their injury, learn new skills and adjust to live both at home and in the community. If you or someone you know has survived a stroke or a brain injury and are interested in making friends and regaining skills, contact the staff at Synapse House at 877-932-1120; send an email to info@synapsehouse.com; visit the website at www.synapsehouse.org or follow the organization on Facebook.

Animal Care League Holiday Fundraiser

The Animal Care League (ACL) offers everyone a chance to holiday shop and help stray animals at the same time through its annual Holiday Bazaar set for Friday, Nov. 30 from 3 to 9 pm, Sat., Dec. 1 from 9 am to 3 pm and Sunday, Dec. 2 from 11 am to 3 pm at 1003 Garfield in Oak Park. The ACL is a non-profit with over 40 years of service to the community through volunteer efforts and fundraising. Never been to the ACL Bazaar? Browse new and gently-used gift items, decorations, cards, gift wrap, baked goods, pet gifts, holiday baskets and much more, including the “famous” basket raffle, music by local entertainers, chair massages by Stephanie Skrine and even take a tour of the shelter and peak at the furry friends you’ll be helping. Enjoy refreshments, hot spiced cider and coffee. On Saturday from 10 am to 2 pm and Sunday from noon to 2 pm, Santa will be on hand for photos so bring the family and pets! Anyone interested in volunteering for this event should contact Robin Akers by email at roba656@aol.com. Anyone who would like to volunteer with the ACL can call 848-8155 or www.animalcareleague.org.

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Veterans Day Observance Friday, November 9 • Bulger Park, Melrose Park Ceremony starts at 10 AM

On this Veterans Day think of how grateful we should be for all the Veterans who have sacrificed their lives by fighting for our freedom. For the past twelve years, Veterans Park District has observed Veterans Day with a ceremony attended by community members, friends, employees, local schools, churches, and war heroes. Everyone is invited to observe and remember our soldiers during this moving ceremony.

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Adopt-Christmas Tree and Holiday Festival The Village of Berkeley with the Berkeley Park District has announced the return and expansion of Adopt-Christmas Tree event for the Dec. 1 Holiday Festival. Registration forms to adopt a tree are available at the Village Hall. Groups, families and businesses can adopt a tree for $40 until Nov. 16. All trees must be decorated by Dec. 1; the tree lighting will be held between 3 and 6 pm and trees will be judged and recognized at the event!

Holiday Magic Don’t miss the 37th year of Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic, complete with bright lights, magic nights, Holly Jolly Theater and new this year—the Chicago Wolves state-of-the-art skating rink, open Nov. 3 thru Jan. 27!

Holiday Magic dates are December 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 and Wednesday-Monday, 26-31. For updated info, visit the website at www.czs.org.

FOREST PARK

Wine, Walk & Shop Nov. 3, 1 to 5 pm.

What a great way to explore all that Madison Street has to offer. Visit 15+ locations while tasting wine and locallyprepared small bites. Bonus bottle of wine of your choice included. Sign up at Famous Liquors or the Chamber office or register online at www.exploreforestpark.com. Once you make your reservations, simply show up at registration at Forest Park National Bank, 7348 Madison Street between noon and 3 pm to get your wine glass, itinerary, bonus bottle card and goody bag. ❄ Holiday Walk and Festival of Windows, Nov. 30 Live window displays, horse-drawn carriage rides and Santa and his reindeer and face painting are just part of the magic of the annual Holiday Walk on Madison Street between 6 and 9 pm.

FRANKLIN PARK

Winterfest at Hammill Square The Village of Franklin Park invites you to its annual Tree Lighting on Thursday, Nov. 29, 6 to 8 pm at the Hammill Square Gazebo at Belmont and Edgington. Enjoy holiday music, help decorate the Village Tree by bringing an ornament from home or making one at the Park District’s Children’s Craft Table. Winterfest will feature food and holiday items for sale and refreshments. Please bring a non-perishable item to donate to the Leyden Food Pantry; new socks will be collected by the District 84 PTA; and the Village will collect old and non-working lights and electrical cords to be recycled. Admission is free!

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In partnership with the City of Northlake and the Kiwanis Club of Northlake, Veterans Park District promises entertainment for the whole family on Saturday, Dec. 8 at the Grant Park Recreation Center in Northlake from 11 am to 3 pm. Games, prizes, crafts, family bingo, horse carriage rides, moon jumps, visit with Mr. and Mrs. Santa, Candy Cane Concession Stand and so much more. Bring your cameras!

Schedule of events: 11am to 1:45 pm, activities in the gym; 11 am to 1:30 pm, pictures with Santa; Noon to 1 pm, lunch; 1 to 3 pm, family bingo; 2 to 2:45 pm, there will be entertainment in the gym.

For more information about this FREE family event, visit the Veterans Park District website at www.veteranspark.org, follow VPD on Facebook or call 343-5270.

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LEYDEN TOWNSHIP: Letters to Santa Would your child like to get a letter from Santa? If you live in Leyden Township, mail or drop off your letters by Dec. 10 to the Bradley A. Stephens Community Center, Attn: Santa, 2620 N. Mannheim Road, Franklin Park, 60131. Include your name, address and phone number. Residents only.

NORTH RIVERSIDE: Tree Lighting with Fireworks Welcome the holiday season with family and friends at the North Riverside free Tree Lighting celebration on Wednesday, Nov. 28 from 6 to 7:15 pm. There will be festive music, refreshments, lights, Santa Claus and fireworks. Tree lighting is at 7 pm sharp in front of the Village Commons located at 2401 Desplaines Avenue.

RIVER FOREST: Ho-Ho-Holiday in the Park The River Forest Park District will celebrate Santa’s arrival with cookies, hot chocolate and a tree lighting on Thursday, Nov. 29, 4 to 5 pm at Memorial Parkway. Community groups, businesses and organizations are invited to sponsor a tree which will be on display along Lake Street in Memorial Parkway. Fee is $30/tree.

Deadline is Nov. 26. For details, call 366-6660 or visit www.rfparks.com. ❄ Deck the Depot. Take a trolley ride around town complete with treats and the reading of the Polar Express story at this residents-only event on Saturday, Dec. 8, 10 am to 1 pm. At the Depot, enjoy a decadent Hot Chocolate Bar, craft and pictures with Santa. Fee is $12 per person. Registration accepted at the Depot; max: 160.

RIVER GROVE: 4th Annual Tree Lighting Join the festivities at River Front Gazebo Park on Sunday, Nov. 25 from 4 to 6 pm. A Christmas tree will be placed in the center of the gazebo and kids will be able to decorate ornaments to hang on the tree; there will be coffee, hot chocolate, cookies and an opportunity to take pictures with Santa. This is a great time to take family photos and make memories. All lights will be illuminated at 5 pm.

Local civic and charitable organizations are invited to participate by decorating a tree of their own. Pre-lit trees will be provided with ornaments supplied by your group. Any group that is interested should call Gina Leder at the Village Hall, 453-8000, ext. 308 or gleder@rivergroveil.gov no later than Friday, Nov. 9 to participate.

The Village will also hold a toiletries drive for the River Grove Food Pantry. Help out and donate!

(AT PRESS TIME) ELMWOOD PARK: Movie at the Parks Elmwood Park Parks and Rec will be showing the classic holiday movie “It’s A Wonderful Life” on Friday, Nov. 30 at the Recreation Center, 2 Conti Parkway, from 8 to 10 pm. Visit the Village website for more information.

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BAZAARS North Riverside: Saturday, Nov. 3 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 3 from 9 am until 2 pm. For more info, call 442-5515.

Casa San Carlo: Saturday, Nov. 10

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Casa San Carlo, 420 N. Wolf Road in Northlake, will host a Senior Holiday Bazaar on Saturday, November 10 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.

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Sacred Heart Women’s Club Annual Christmas Bazaar is planned for Saturday, Nov. 10 from 10 am to 4 pm in Marian Hall (church basement). Anyone interested in being a crafter/vendor should call the rectory at 344-0757. New and like-new items for the White Elephant Table may be dropped off at the Rectory and homemade breads, cakes, pies and cookies for the Bakery Table should be dropped off on Nov. 9 from 9 am to 5 pm or Saturday morning before 10 am.

Melrose Park: Sunday, Nov. 11

The Our Lady of Mount Carmel Altar and Rosary Society’s 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar will be held on Sunday, November 11 from 8:30 am until 4 pm in the gym at 22nd and Cortez in Melrose Park. Enjoy a treat in the Bazaar Cafe, shop for religious items, purchase homemade bake sale items and browse the crafts to get ready for the holiday season. There will also be a special jolly visitor at the event. There will also be a raffle drawing (winner need not be present). Admission is free.

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Melrose Park/Padre Pio Prayer Group Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish and Shrine is starting a monthly prayer session on the third Monday of each month at 7 pm. Upcoming dates are Monday, November 19 and December 17. These monthly prayer sessions are a continuation of the Shrine’s devotion to Padre Pio which was re-established in September with the celebration of his Feast day. For more information, call the rectory at 344-4140.

Melrose Park/St. Paul Resale Shop Specials The St. Paul Resale Shop located at 11th and Lake Street reminds area residents who are looking for news of special sales to check the St. Paul Resale page on Facebook, which will post photos and alert followers to discounts on furniture, clothing, kitchen and dining room items as well as jewelry and other gently-used goods. Hours of operation are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 10 am to 4 pm; Wednesdays from 10 am to 6 pm; and Saturdays, 9 to 3 pm. For more info, call Marlene at 708.719.4443, ext. 402.

River Forest/Nutcracker Tickets on Sale Tickets are on sale for Ballet Legere’s 34th annual production of “The Nutcracker.” Performance dates are December 6-10 at Dominican University’s Performing Arts Center in River Forest. Tickets can be purchased online at www.balletlegere.org or by contacting the Dominican University box office at 488-5000. Groups and schools can purchase tickets for the weekday performances by calling Ballet Legere at 773-237-1874. Backstage tours are also available on December 9, immediately following the 2 pm performance.

Oak Park/Help for Seniors-Age Options Are you 60 or over and have a disability? Are you looking for ways to stretch your monthly income? 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. There are even ways to increase your SNAP dollars if you have more than $35 per month in medical expenses or high rent or mortgage costs.

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Nature Story Times. Nature-inspired stories, crafts and activities for ages 3-6 with an adult. Thursday, Nov. 15, 10:30 am.

Prehistoric Archaeology Workshop. Learn about the prehistoric cultures of the western suburbs. Learn to recognize and type samples of prehistoric artifacts in a hands-on workshop led by the Illinois Archaeology Survey. Adults only.

Registration is required by calling 366-6530. Saturday, Nov. 3, 1 to 3 pm.

Nature Book Club. Join a lively discussion of the book A Sand County Almanac by Aldo Leopold on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 7 pm.

Autumn Walk. Explore the beauty of the season on a guided walk through the woods and by the pond and river.

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Makin’ Music Bluegrass Jam. Make a simple musical instrument or bring your own. Play or listen. All are welcome.

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Fall Bird Walk. Join this guided bird walk to view the fall migration. All levels of birding experience welcome. Some binoculars available. Saturday, Nov. 17, 9:30 am.

Turkey Trot Hike. Walk off that turkey dinner on a special post-holiday guided hike. Registration required by calling 366-6530. Friday, Nov. 23, 1 pm.

“Bone” Appetit. Join staff during feeding time to learn about Trailside’s outdoor resident animals. Saturday, Nov. 24, 1 pm.

Autumn Walk. Explore the beauty of the season on a guided nature walk through the woods and by the pond and river. Sunday, Nov. 25, 1 pm.

Nature Tots. Join your tot in exploring Nature. Play at the Museum and explore a different animal each month and go outdoors in nice weather. Registration required. Ages 2-5 with adult. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 10 am.

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Women in the Military. Saturday, Nov. 10, 1 pm. The Journey to Mollie’s War: WAC’s and World War II presented by author Cyndee Schaffer..

After School at the Library. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:30 to 5 pm. Drop-in homework help and activities.

Illinois Bicentennial Bingo. Monday, Nov. 19, 6:30 pm.

Create Club. Nov. 30, 4:30 pm for teens and tweens to try new crafts. Ages 10 and up. Registration required.

Family Reading Night Storytime. Nov. 15, 6:30 pm. Come in your pajamas and bring stuffed animals and blankets.

Tea & A Murder. Friday, Nov. 9, 10:30 am. Tea, biscuits and an old-time “whodunit.”

Adult Book Club. Nov. 14.

Recurring Favorites at the Berkeley Library: Ask about the Homeschool Connections on Nov. 20 at 1 pm; Playdough dates, LEGO Build, Wii Gaming, Puzzle Club, Chess Club, Storytime and Bilingual storytime, Crafter’s Corner and Kids Drop-in Craft and Movie.

BROADVIEW LIBRARY Located at 2226 S. 16th Avenue; call 345-1325; visit the website at www.broadviewlibrary.org. iPad and iPhone Drop-in Q&A. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 2 pm.

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Intro to Google Docs/Drive. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2 pm.

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Yahoo Email Basics. Thursday, Nov. 29, 2 pm. This basic tutorial class is for patrons who haven’t yet switched to Gmail.

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activities authors • answers BROADVIEW LIBRARY continued STEM Exploration. Science, Technology, Engineering and Math on Mondays in November from 4 to 5 pm.

After-School Hangout. Tuesdays in November, 4-5 pm for school-age youth.

Family Storytime. Wednesdays in November, 1 to 1:45 pm.

Fun & Games. Individual and group games on Thursdays from 4 to 5 pm; family night from 6 to 8 pm.

Arts & Crafts. Fridays in November, 4 to 5 pm.

Girls Who Code. Saturdays in November. Computer programming instruction beginning at 10:30 am.

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

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

ELMWOOD PARK LIBRARY Located at 1 Conti Parkway; call 453-7645; visit the website at www.elmwoodparklibrary.org for more classes, movies, etc.

Letters to Santa Begins Friday, Nov. 23. Drop off your letter through Dec. 18 and get a letter back. Include your full name and address. Sponsored by the Young Adult Council.

Homework 911. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Nov. 6-15, 27-29, 4 to 6 pm for grades K-6. Certified teachers will be on hand to help students.

English Conversation Hour/Spanish and Polish.

Wednesdays, Nov. 7 and 14 from 7 to 8 pm for adults to join in an hour of guided conversation in English.

Chair Yoga. Mondays, Nov. 12 and 26, 1 to 2 pm. Adults, please register. Bring a water bottle and yoga mat or towel for stretches.

Organizing Your Family Tree with Family Search. Monday, Nov. 12, 7 to 8:30 pm for adults. Must register. Learn to use FamilySearch.org to map out your family tree. Family Search requires users to create a free account so please bring your email address and password.

Circus Boy. Tuesday, Nov. 13, 7 to 8 pm, ages 4-8. Must register. Enjoy this action-packed comedy and magic show.

Tuesday Book Discussions. Nov. 20, 1:30 to 3 pm and 7 to 8:30 pm for adults. Discuss Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng in the afternoon or Devil in the White City by Eric Larson in the evening.

Books available at the Adult Services desk.

Trivia Night. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 7 to 9 pm. For adults at Russell’s BBQ. Check the Facebook page for that day’s bonus question.

HILLSIDE PUBLIC LIBRARY 405 Hillside Avenue in Hillside; call 449-7510 or visit www.hillsidelibrary.org. Most programs require registration.

Book Discussion. Wednesdays, Nov. 7 at 2 pm and 7 pm at the library: A Certain Age by Beatriz Williams. New members always welcome. Books available at the circulation desk.

Mixed Stitchers. Every Thursday, 7 to 8:30 pm. Age 14 and over, all skill levels welcome.

Gentle Yoga. Second and fourth Wednesday each month from 7 to 8 pm. For all fitness levels ages 18 and older. No registration required but class size is limited to the first 20 people.

Walking Club. Monday mornings at 10 am. Meet at the front door for an approximately one-mile walk. Bad weather days, come inside for 20-25 minute gentle exercise video. All ages.

Monthly Adult Drop-In Coloring. Thursday, Nov. 8, 6:30 to 8:30 pm. November’s theme is The Great Masters.

Strange and Wonderful Illinois Part 3. Wednesday, Nov. 28, 7 pm in honor of Illinois’ 200th birthday. Slide show of quirky roadside attractions, unusual festivals and beautiful scenery.

Holiday Card Making for Incarcerated Youth. Drop in to make a card any time Nov. 2-9. Materials and sample cards supplied.

Holiday Ornament Making. Drop in any time between Nov.16-30 to make an ornament for the Library tree in the Berkeley Holiday Walk. Materials provided.

Make and Take Holiday Gift Basket. Thursday, Dec. 6, 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Must register by Friday, Nov. 30. $10 fee due at registration. Call for more information.

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

RTA Representative. Get RTA resources, give-aways and those 65 and older may apply for a reduced fare card on Wednesdays, November 14 from 3 to 5 pm.

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activities authors • answers MORE MAYWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY Chair Yoga. Fitness specialist and exercise physiologist Rhonda Fentry will instruct three chair yoga classes at the library on Monday, November 19, Monday, December 17 and Monday, January 14 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm. For all ages and abilities.

MELROSE PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY 801 Broadway. Call 649-7400 or visit the website at www.mpplibrary.org.

ABC Adventures. Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14, 21, 28, 10 to 11 am for ages 1-5.

Stories and music. Must register. Limit 25.

LEGO Club. Tuesday, Nov. 13, 4 to 5 pm. Ages 5-12. Must register. Limit 25.

Library supplies LEGOs. Master Makers Crafts & More.

Tuesday, Nov. 20, 4 to 5 pm. Ages 7-12.

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Challenge Yourself. Thursday, Nov. 29, 4 to 5 pm. Use your imagination to solve challenges. Ages 7-12. Must register. Limit 25.

Holiday Open House. Saturday, Dec. 8, 11 am to 12:30 pm, featuring treats to eat and drink and a surprise visitor. All ages.

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

Holiday Food Drive. Support local food pantries and eliminate your fines at the same time. Donate one item, receive $1 off fines Nov. 26-January 6.

Cookbook Book Club. Select a recipe from the cookbook chosen then get together to share creations. Claim your recipe at the reference desk. Thursday, Nov. 8, 7 to 8 pm.

Microsoft Office Series. Basic instruction on Microsoft Office 2013 in a group setting. Wednesday, Nov. 7, 7 to 8:30 pm (PowerPoint).

How to Find People Online.

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Thrifty Kitchen. For seniors. Learn how to make holiday gifts on a budget.

Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2 to 3 pm.

Children’s Drop In Programs. Ask about Preschool Storytime, Mother Goose on the Loose, Baby Play, Preschool Art, Sensory Storytime and Family Storytime.

For Teens. Check out Artist’s Cafe, Sugar Skull Makeovers, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament and the Finals Study Zone.

NEW: Homework Club through December 12. Grades K-8 work with Homework Helpers who can assist with homework or provide a perfect place for students to do their homework.

Nick Jr. Library Adventure. For preschool and up. Team up with Paw Patrol and Top Wing for six weeks of exciting adventures in this self-directed program through Nov. 30.

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

Messy Mornings for Munchkins.

Tuesdays at 10:30 am. Ages 2-5 with adult.

Nov. 6, 13, 20, 27.

Storytimes. Ask about Pajama Storytime on Tuesday, Nov. 13; Bilingual Storytime on Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28; and Lapsit Storytime on Thursday mornings, Nov. 8, 15, 29.

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Tales and Treats. Saturday, Nov. 10 at 10:30 am for ages 2-5 with adult.

LOVE2READ. Saturdays, Nov. 3 and 17, 2 pm for K-1. Fun reading activities.

STEM-tastic FUN. Kindergarten and up. Explore and create using science, math and more. Thursday, Nov. 15, 3:45 pm.

Bingo/Loteria. Friday, Nov. 9 at 4:30 pm for ages 3 and up. Under 7 with an adult. Have fun playing both games and win prizes.

Do-It-Yourself Craft Hour. Friday, Nov. 30, 4 pm. 2nd grade and up.

Teens/Tweens. DIY Watercolor Pictures on Nov. 10, 1 to 3 pm and Paint Your Own Mini Pumpkins on Nov. 24, 1 to 3 pm and maybe win a prize.

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

Franklin D. Roosevelt: A Fireside Chat. With historical dramatist R. J. Lindsey on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2 to 3:30 pm.

Coffee Monday. First Monday of each month, enjoy coffee, snacks and conversation from 10 to 11 am. Monday, Nov. 5.

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

No need to sign up. Upcoming session: Wednesday, Nov. 14, 10 to 11:30 am.

Film Lover Fridays. For adults. Friday, Nov. 16, Noon to 2:30 pm. Featuring Jimmy Stewart in It’s A Wonderful Life. Bring a sack lunch to enjoy before the movie.

Marionette Puppet Show. Kids of all ages will enjoy Dave Herzog’s live show on Sunday, Nov. 25, 2 to 3 pm. For ages 3 and up. Must register.

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YOUR LIBRARY: fun, informative MORE RIVER FOREST LIBRARY Amazing Artists: Paul Cezanne. For grades K-4. Learn about this world famous artist and create your own piece of art. Must register. Supplies will be provided. Monday, Nov. 26, 4 to 5 pm.

Teen Tasters. Try out a variety of unique foods from a different country each month in this fun taste test program. Must register.

Thursday, Nov. 29, 3:30 to 4:30 pm for grades 5-12.

Middle School Gaming/Movie. Friday, Nov. 30, 3:30 to 5 pm for grades 5-8.

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

The Rule of Rum. Food historian Cynthia Clampitt shares the reason rum arose, where and when it did, how pirates got involved and much more on Monday, Nov. 5, 7 to 8 pm..

Homework Help. Tuesdays, Nov. 6 and 13 and Wednesdays, 7 and 14, 4 to 7 pm for grades K-12.

After School Squad. Wednesdays, Nov. 7, 14 and 28, 3 to 5 pm for ages 10-17. Work on homework, have a snack, etc. Must sign in. No registration required.

Evening Tales. Wednesdays, Nov. 7 and 14, 7 to 7:45 pm for ages 5-8. Stories, crafts and snack. Call 453-4484 to register.

Dave Rudolf Live in Concert. Thursday, Nov. 8, 7 to 8:30 pm.

Make an Ornament for the Tree Lighting. Saturday, Nov. 10, 10 am to 5 pm. All ages, drop-in.

Family Movie Night. Watch Paddington 2 on Monday, Nov. 12 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. All ages. No need to register.

Adult Book Club. Monday, Nov. 26, 7 to 8:30 pm. Adults.

Mocktails and Paint. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 6 to 7 pm. Special painting class with Andrea from Scamp Studios. Limit 15.

Better Than Starbucks Drink Buffet. Thursday, Nov. 29, 4:30 to 5:30 pm. Ages 9-17. Stop in the YA Department for a free warm beverage that you can make as fancy and tasty as you want.

SCHILLER PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY Located at 4200 Old River Road in Schiller Park; phone: 847678-0433. Website: www.schillerparklibrary.org.

Family Reading Night. Join this statewide event on Thursday, Nov. 15 from 6 to 7 pm. No registration required.

Let’s Talk Turkey. All ages. Tuesday, Nov. 6, 6 to 7 pm. Enjoy craft and story time. No need to register.

International Games Week. All ages. Saturday, Nov. 10 from 1 to 2:30 pm. Enjoy board games, live action games and video games. No registration required.

Christmas Special. Registration begins Nov. 13 for this event on Tuesday, Dec. 4 from 6 to 7 pm.

Drop-In Tech Assistance. Nov. 14, 2 to 4 pm.

Book Bingo for Adults/Seniors. Nov. 7. No need to register.

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Family Movie Afternoon. All ages. Nov. 17, 1:30 pm.

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Each year for the past 12 year, Veterans Park District invites the community to Bulger Park located at 16th and Hirsch in Melrose Park to observe Veterans Day with a ceremony that brings residents, schools, churches and war heroes together. Everyone is invited to this year’s ceremony set for Friday, November 9 beginning at 10 am.

For more information, call 343-5270.

The Village of Hillside along with the Broadview/ Hillside American Legion Post #626 will host the 16th annual Veterans Day Parade on Saturday, November 3 beginning at 1 pm. The parade starts at the Village Hall, 425 Hillside Avenue and proceeds east on Butterfield Road to Wolf Road and north to the Veterans Memorial in the Hillside Commons. Grand Marshal for the event is U.S. Army/Korean War Veteran Ken Patete. Ken was one of the original volunteers of the Hillside Civil Defense, known today as the Emergency Management Agency of Hillside.

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.

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All veterans and family members are welcome to attend a special chapel service in their honor on Wednesday, November 7 at Walther Christian Academy, 900 Chicago Avenue in Melrose Park. Guests should enter and sign in at student services using either door 1 or 2 (closest to 9th Avenue).

Parking is available in the school lot. The service will begin at 1:45 pm 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 Sunday, 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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RECREATION Activities and programs from Veterans Park & Leyden Township

Veterans Park District. Visit the website at www.veteransparkdistrict.com or call 343-5270 for more info on our Fitness Center, Indoor Turf Rentals, programs and to register over the phone for programs. � A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theater and Dinner at Greek Islands. Dickens’ holiday classic that features Ebenezer Scrooge and the four ghosts that help him rediscover the joys of life, love and friendship will be brought to life at the Goodman Theater on Thursday, Dec. 6. After the play, enjoy a family-style dinner at the Greek Islands restaurant. Fee for the play, dinner and transportation is $94. Coach bus will leave from Cimbalo Fitness Center at 10:30 am and Grant Park at 10:45 am. Call 343-5270 to register. � Madhouse on Madison Blackhawks vs. Predators Outing. Gear up to watch some great hockey as the Chicago Blackhawks take on the Nashville Predators at the United Center on Wednesday, January 9, 2019. Fee for ticket and transportation is $101 per person; seats are in Section 314.

Call 343-5270 now to register and get details on departure times and locations.

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. � Children’s Programs. Sign up now for December programs that include the Nerf Dart Tournament on Dec. 21; Ballet classes for ages 3-5 and 6-10 start Dec. 1; Tumbling and Gymnastics for ages 3-5 and 6-12 begin Dec. 1; Karate for Kids ages 4-6, 7-13 and 14 and up begins Dec. 18. � Jake’s Pizza Movie Night. Save the date—Friday, Dec. 7 for ages 5-12 from 6 to 8 pm. � Family Pizza and Paint. Saturday, Dec. 8, for ages 7 and up, 2 to 4 pm. � Winter Break Camp. Keep the kids busy while they’re on break Dec. 26 through Jan. 4 from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm for ages 3 to 12. � Customizable Hands-on Learning for ages 3-5 from 9 am to noon through May 2019. Choose one day or all five days. Extend your child’s day from Noon to 1:30 pm with Afternoon Adventures. � Adult Fitness Options. Check out Kundalini Yoga on Wednesdays, Zumba Strong on Saturdays, Zumba Pound on Tuesdays, Constant on Saturdays and Pickleball Club. � Give If You Can. Leyden Township accepts nonperishable unexpired food and toiletries year-round. Drop off your donations at the Leyden Town Hall, 2501 N. Mannheim in Franklin Park.

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Triton’s TRIUMPH Program gets $500,000 grant to expand

Minority male students enrolled at several Chicagoland community colleges will soon have access to increased resources to help them keep their goals on track and achieve academic and professional success. Triton College recently received a $500,000 grant from the Educational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC) Foundation to broaden its TRIUMPH (Transforming and Inspiring Undergraduate Men Pursuing Higher Education) Program, which provides resources and support to minority male students. The five-year grant also allows Triton to take the lead on developing similar support programs at other regional Hispanic and minorityserving institutions.

Recently, leaders from Waubonsee Community College, Elgin Community College and Malcolm X College gathered at Triton to lay the groundwork for the expansion of the TRIUMPH Program onto their campuses.

“The ultimate goal of TRIUMPH is to empower our students to not only succeed at the community college but to move on into the workforce and into four-year institutions with a high degree of confidence,” said Deborah Baness King, Triton College interim dean of Student Services.

TRIUMPH began at Triton in 2014 with 25 students participating. There are currently about 130 students enrolled in the program. Isaiah Negron of Schiller Park is currently a TRIUMPH scholar.

He and several peers shared how the support they receive through the program is helping them find success.

For more information on TRIUMPH, visit triton.edu.

Get in on Deck the Mounds this holiday season

The holiday season is right around the corner, and you’re invited to get in the spirit with Triton College while supporting scholarships for hard-working students. Triton’s #DecktheMounds Festival of Trees has become one of the most anticipated holiday events of the season for members of our communities and we are excited to once again turn the River Grove campus into a winter wonderland. The Festival of Trees returns Thursday, Dec. 6, 5-7 p.m., on the Triton College Mounds located on the west side of campus.

Here’s how you can get in on the fun: 1. Sponsor a tree (Triton will provide the lights) on Triton's campus as an individual or on behalf of a village, town, school, business or organization. Each lighted tree is $150 with proceeds to benefit the student scholarships through the Triton College Foundation.

2. Come decorate your tree on campus, at your convenience, anytime between Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 (all trees must be decorated by 4 pm on the Dec. 6).

3. Attend the big event! Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate, cookies, holiday music and seasonal photos with Triton’s mascot Troy. Also, take in a free holiday movie in our cafeteria during the event. Purchase of a tree is not necessary to attend the event.

Be sure to share your photos with us using the hashtag #DeckTheMounds.

For more information or to sponsor a tree call 456-0300, ext. 3165/3172, or visit http://www.triton.edu/tritontree/.

Support Local Veterans! Donate Comfort Items

Nov. 1-Nov. 30. The Triton College Student Association (TCSA) is seeking the following comfort items for homeless veterans in the community. Individual/travel sizes of toiletry items are preferred. ONLY the following items will be accepted: Alcohol-free aftershave, alcohol-free mouthwash, lip balm, combs, crossword puzzles, denture adhesive, denture cleaner tablets, deodorant, disposable razors, Word-find books, hand and body lotion, paperback books, playing cards, shampoo/conditioner, shaving cream, new sweatpants (all sizes), new sweatshirts (all sizes), toothbrushes, toothpaste, new winter gloves, new winter hats, nail clipper, new undershirts (all sizes) and new underwear (all sizes). Collection hours are Monday-Thursday, 8 am to 7:30 pm; Friday, 8 am to 4 pm in the Office of Student Life, Room B-240. For additional info, call 456-0300, ext. 3383 or send an email to studentlife@triton.edu.

Kindergarten Open House Nov. 8

Parents are invited to attend the upcoming Triton College Kindergarten Program open house to learn how Triton’s dedicated Child Development Center staff can help your child start their educational journey on the right foot. The open house is set for Thursday, Nov. 8, 4:30 to 6 pm in Triton’s Child Development Center (G 120), located in the G Building on the west side of campus. Meet the teachers and tour the classroom as well as register your child for the 2019-2020 school year at the event. Children need to be five years of age by Sept. 1, 2019 to be registered for the kindergarten program.

For details or to schedule a visit, call 456-0300, ext. 3209 or visit www.triton.edu.

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BARRANCO, Jennie C., nee Cruz, age 100. Wife of the late Angel; mother of Rita (John) Dobrzynski, Lawrence (Charlotte) Serna, Delores (Jose) Zarazua, Anita (Jerry Sr.) Mendoza and Rebecca (Randy) Pribyl; grandmother of Regina, Kenney Sr., Ronald, Christi, David, Nancy, Jerry Jr., Christopher and Yvette; great-grandmother of Michael, Christopher, Sydney, Meredith, Paige, Ken Jr., Devon, Danny Gabriel, Adrianna, Dominic and Anthony; sister, aunt and great-aunt of many. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

BELTRAN, Pascual. Son of Juana Beltran; brother of Juan (Maritza); uncle of Leila and Kayla. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

BLOOM, William J. Jr. Husband of Paula, nee Hajdic; brother of Donna (Robert) Canchola; brother-in-law of Marcia (late Herman) Rose, Linda (Carter) Henningsen, Kenton (Chris) Hajdic; uncle, greatuncle and godfather of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

BRACCO, Joseph. Melrose Park mailman for over 35 years.

Father of Cheri (Christopher) Westphal and Joseph Bracco Jr.; son of the late Al and Barbara Bracco; papa of Colton Westphal and Carlie Westphal; brother, uncle, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements

by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park. � BRAGA, Norman Russell, “Stormin Norman, 89, of Broadview. Veteran of the United States Army and longtime member of American Legion Post 626. Husband of the late Carolyn Louise; father of Linda (Joe) Muchow, Kenneth and David and the late Karen Braga; grandfather of Laura (Mark) Payne, Brett (Molly) Muchow, Julie (Chris) Pheneger, William (Tami) Kadera, Maribeth Braga, Jon (Katie) Braga, Andrew (Jeanette) Braga; great-grandfather of 15.

Donations to Broadview American Legion Post 626, 4941 Butterfield Road in Hillside are appreciated. Interment at Forest Home Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

BROWN, Ruth M., nee De Angelis. Wife of the late Earl; mother of JoLyn (Ben) Santore and the late Joseph Brown; grandmother of Ashley, Peter, Kelsey and Matthew; sister of Josephine (late Mike) Rajcevich and the late Marie and Mike Antonovich; sisterin-law, aunt, great-aunt and friend of many. Entombment at Christ the King Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

BUSCHER, Jerry, 80. Husband of Angela “Angel,” nee Malpier; father of John (Lori) Buscher and the late Shawn Buscher, Brian (Dawn) Lee, Kim (Anthony) Louis, John Lee, Michele (Rich) Sullivan; grandfather of Joseph Buscher and Megan Buscher, Brittany, Anthony, Gigi and Rosie Louis, McKena Lee, Jena and Nick Sullivan; great-grandfather of Lilly Buscher, Caleb Vaughan, Teddy and Layla Buscher; brother of Adie Buscher, Mary LaPointe, Terry (Linda) Buscher and the late James and Mary Ann Buscher. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

Notices are printed in Neighbors magazine free of charge upon request and on a space-permitting basis. Mail and e-mail addresses appear on page 4.

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Presence Casa San Carlo's Holiday Bazaar!

Saturday, November 10, 2018 Need to finish some last minute holiday shopping? Casa San Carlo will be hosting it's annual Holiday Bazaar and Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, November 10 from 9am-2pm. Stop by and enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast as well as finish up the last of your holiday shopping.

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� CARBONARA, Pasquale “Pat.” Veteran of the United States Army. Husband of Antoinette “Toni,” nee Scafidi; father of Patrick (Ronnie), Annette and Gregory (Jennifer); papa of Linette, Ashley, Monika, Brittany, Gianna and Michael; great-papa of Nicolaus and Nathan; brother of Fred (Sandy) and the late Alex and Rose and the late Michael (Velma) Carbonara; brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

CATIZONE, Josephine. Mother of Patricia (Ray) Welch, Linda (“Doc”) Dwoinen, Gina Lovelle; grandmother of Michele (Bill) Giambrone, Lisa Welch and Anthony Welch, Christina (Tom) Skowron, Bill Dwoinen Jr., Michael Lovelle, Joseph Lovelle; great-grandmother of Victoria, Michael, Marie, Anthony, Juliana, Peyton, Christian, Julian; sister of Tony (Dolly), Richard, late Peter (Mary), late Frank Jr. (Shirley); aunt, cousin and friend of many. Donations to the Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital are appreciated. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

DIAZ DE LEON, Silvia. Mother of Yahaira (Hector Pena), Francisco, Gabriel (Priscilla), Silvia (Enrique Galindo) and Joel; grandmother of Dayanara, Danna, David, Sofia, Penelope and Benjamin; sister of Maria, Lorenzo, Jesus, Gloria and Rosaldo Diaz de Leon.

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

ESQUIVEL BENITEZ, Mayolo, 59. Father of Aracely Esquivel, the late Silvia, Jose Luis, Maria, Alma, Roxana and Jose Alberto; grandfather of many. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

FIOCCOLA, Mafalda, nee Castaldo. Wife of Pasquale; mother of Sebastiano “Sam” (Jena), Tina (Angelo) Campanella; nonna of Emma, Francesco, Grace, Luca and Lilliana; sister of Maria, Lello, Carmelina, Tony and the late Pasquale; aunt, cousin and friend of many. Donations to Les Turner ALS Foundation, 5550 W. Touhy Avenue, Suite 302, Skokie, IL are appreciated. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

FLORES, Maria, 61, of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Jesus; mother of Jesse Flores, Maribel Flores-King (Ray King), Jackie FloresBednar (Greg Bednar) and Crystal Flores (Benjamin Medrano); grandmother of Jesse Jr., Xavier, Alexander and Anthony, Jocelyn, Destiny, Jasmin, Ariana, Makayla and Malani; sister of Jose Muniz, Bertha Salinas, Gloria Navarro, Olivia Muniz, Patty Martinez. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

FRANCIS, Rosemary D., nee Fosco. Wife of the late James; mother of Andrew (partner Christine McCauley); sister of Concetta Fosco; friend of Jerry and Maureen Gilliand; cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

IOVINO, Nicolas A. Husband of Jean, nee Custardo; father of Jean Iovino, Maria Iosco, Nicholas M. (Amy and Sarah) Iovino and Lana (Jeffrey) Kusch; grandfather of Joseph (Sally) Iosco, Nicolas (Nadia) Iosco, Chrstopher (Nesrine) Iosco, Nicholas J. Iovino, Ashton Nicolas Iovino, Gina (Antonio) Totaro, Frankie (Lauren) Iovino and Alyssa (fiance Jon Sanner) Kusch; great-grandfather of Mikayla Nicole Iosco, Ariana Rose Iosco, Lauren Valencia Iosco, Luca Nicolas Iosco, Vincenzo Gianni Totaro and Lianna Levia Sanner. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

KALKA, Florence Anne, nee Polinski, age 100. Wife of the late John; mother of Delphine (late Edward) Pocias and Dennis (Kathee) Kalka; grandmother of Lisa, Michael (Trish), late Gregory (Tracey), Brent (Denise) and James (Lora); great-grandmother of Max, Tyler, Evan and Jaret; sister of the late Estelle (late Matthew) Baczak, late Regina (late Martin) Cukierski and late Loretta (late Hilary) Grabowski. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

KARABATSOS, Elaine “Lovey.” Wife of George; mother of Stephanie (George) Pappas and Jimmy (Carly); grandmother of Mario, Daniel, Annalise, Zoey and Demetri; sister of the late Dan Maris.

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

KELLY, Frances M., nee Burianek, 91. Wife of the late Edward R. Kelly; mother of Steven (Terri), Edward (Laura), late Patrick (Kimellen), Michael (Cathy), Gerlyn (Jim) Delaney and Tim (Carrie); grandmother of Brian, Eric, Shannon, Eddie, Jack, Anne marie, Sean, Meaghan, Michael, Heather, Kate and Emily; step-grandmother of John, Sharon and Vicki; great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

LASCOLA, Marjorie, 84, of Melrose Park. Longtime employee of the Village of Melrose Park. Wife of the late Frank “Fritz”; mother of the late Robert. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

MARTINEZ, Hilario, of Northlake. Husband of Piedad, nee Nevarez; father of Angel (Yadiza), Ricardo (Ana), Salvador (Criselda), Martha (Raul) Rojas and Nestor; grandfather of Beatriz, David, Raquel, Alexandro, Cynthia, Maribel, Abril, Ethan and Diego; brother of Alejandro (late Emilia), Bonifacio (Carmen) and late Esiquia (late Jesus) Chaidez. Interment at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside. � MESKAN, Paul, 98, of Hillside. Veteran of World War II. Husband of the late Roberta “Betty”; father of Barbara (Carmen) Gomez, Wanda Albright and Marilyn Meskan; grandfather of Cheryl (Keith) Zacek, Catherine (James) Miller and Laura Albright; greatgrandfather of Ryan, Brandon, Natasha, Noah, Bethany, Hannah, Benjamin, Andrew, Jana, Emilie, Allison and Haley; great-greatgrandfather of Kilana and Elicia. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

NAVARRA, Jack. Husband of the late Lee, nee Maria; father of Virginia “Ginny” (Thomas) Stewart, Jack (Laura) Navarra, Rosalie (Ernest) Battaglia, Madeline (Sam) LoPresti and Maria (Andrew) Karis; grandfather of 25; great-grandfather of three; uncle of many.

Entombment at Christ the King Garden Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by Russo’s Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside.

POCHOP, Frank J., 62. Longtime employee of School District 89. Husband of Joell J., nee Passarella; dad of Jacqueline and Nicolette; brother of Susan and Rich Pochop; son of the late Frank and late Jean, nee Opalecky; son-in-law of John and the late Susie Passarella; brother-in-law, uncle and cousin of the Passarella, Krefft and Pochop families. Interment private.

PULIDO, Patricia J. Retired school teacher at Stevenson School. Wife of Joseph; mother of Joey, Tony (Michelle) and Teresa; grandmother of Vanessa Sanchez, Alyssa, Marissa, Ariana, Allison and Alexandra; sister of Tony (Paula) Schutte; aunt, godmother, cousin and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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RAKAUSKAS, Joyce L., 61, of Melrose Park. Wife of Paul; mother of Matthew (Diana) Rakauskas, Jason (Tiffany) Rakauskas, Melissa (Josh) Kraus; sister of Sandra Kanies and the late Donna Baker; grandmother of Hannah, Grace, Valerie, Lucy and Ruthie; aunt of many nieces and nephews. Donations to Lutheran Church Charities Comfort Dog Ministry are appreciated. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

RENTERIA, Rosalia “Chalia,” nee Soto, 70, of Maywood. Wife of Roberto; mother of Roberto (Heidi), Ruben, Rosalia “Rosy” (Jose) Godinez, Jaime (Maria), Gisela (Jesus) Pineda and the late Rene; grandmother of 16; sister of Elva (late Carmelo) Lara, Socorro (Cecilia) Soto, Jose (Francisca) Soto, late Cecilia (late Pedro) Lara; aunt and great-aunt of many. Interment at Forest Home Cemetery.

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

RIVOTA, Ricardo. Father of Cassandra and Kevin; son of Gilardo Sr. and Maria Concepcion, nee Terrazas; brother of Jose Manuel (Bernadine), Gilardo Jr., Tony (Alicja), Maria Leticia (Jacinto) Chaidez and Jesse; uncle of Marko, Dante, Christin, Evan and Roman.

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

SANCHEZ, Oswaldo, 86, of Melrose Park. Husband of the late Matilda Theresa Sanchez; brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many.

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

SCZUBLESKI, Mary Ann A., nee Zieja. Wife of the late Bruno; mother of Bernice (William) Sosnowski and the late Eugene (Nancy) and the late Linda Johns; grandmother of Sherrie, Lynn, William “Billy,” Jackie, William “Billy,” Elisa and Erica; great-grandmother of Abby, Brooke, Justin, Ryan, Tobin, Sawyer, Hope, Lily, Eliot and Matthew; sister of Jerry Zieja and late Wayne (Darlene) Zieja; sister-in-law, aunt and friend of many. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

WILLIAMS, Barbara “Bobbie Jean.” Daughter of the late Anthony “Tony” Williams and Mary Ann Williams; partner of Leonard K. Morgan Sr.; mother of Leonard “Keith” Morgan Jr. and Toni Morgan; grandmother of Keyonna; sister of Patrice Smith; aunt, niece and friend of many. Arrangements by Bormann Funeral Home, 1600 Chicago Avenue, Melrose Park.

WITCZAK, Alice J., nee Haloski. Wife of the late Steve “Smidgie”; mother of Michael, Anthony (Olga), James (Jackie) and Alice Negron; grandmother of Anthony Jr., Christopher, Nicole and Alyssa; sister of the late Joanne Ciabattari, John Haloski, Jewell Mac Neill, Anthony Haloski, Rose Niedle and Marie Cates. Interment at St. Joseph Cemetery. Arrangements by Carbonara Funeral Home, 1515 N. 25th Avenue, Melrose Park.

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NEW roof. NEW sprinkler system.

Fireplace in family room. Finished basement. His/Her closets w/ organizers in all bedrooms. Solid core doors. THIS HOME IS A 10++++

1717 N. SAYRE • CHICAGO/GALEWOOD THIS HOUSE IS PRICED TO SELL! This tastefully-rehabbed Georgian-style home right in the heart of Galewood boasts an open floor plan with an allbrick addition. Completely remodeled kitchen with all stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.

Hardwood floors in the LR, DR and large first floor BR. Second floor has 2 large BR with hardwood floors and remodeled full bath. Full and completely remodeled basement with full bathroom. All new windows, large lot with landscaped yard and 2-car garage. Awesome!

I MAKE HOME-BUYING/SELLING STRESS-FREE.

AND I BUY HOUSES.

Call me to see what your home is worth with a FREE comparative market analysis.

BRANDON 630-290-8789 Office address: 1000 Sable Drive, Addison, IL 60101

Sammy Alfano

“YOU GOT A GUY!”

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Vin #: JY345486 • 36 month lease. $2,999 due at signing. Includes first payment. No security deposit required.

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*Plus tax, title, license & $175.94 doc fee. Leases allowed 12,000 miles per year. 15¢ per mile over. Lessee responsible for maintenance, repairs/liability in event of early lease termination. With approved credit. An extra charge may be imposed at the end of the lease between the residual value of the leased property and the realized value at the end of the lease term. Lease selling price: $19,495. +May require good down payment. Offers expire 11/30/18. Dealer will not honor any pricing errors in this advertisement. Pictures are for illustration purposes only. See dealer for details.