The Shopper 3/1/2023

Black History Month event at MWRD focuses on environmental justice and advocating for equity

Raising awareness for environmental justice, equity and the African American experience, the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) continued its tradition of Black History Month programming and celebration by hosting a forum that featured a talented lineup of insightful speakers.

For the first time since 2020, the MWRD held its Black History Month celebration, convening a panel of speakers to highlight African American History Month, while bringing important issues to the forefront in the MWRD’s work protecting the region’s water environment. Watch the event video soon at mwrd.org or on our YouTube page at https://www.youtube.com/@mwrdgc/videos.

“Our Black History Month event presents an evening to celebrate, commemorate and highlight our work in the context of equity and diversity,” said MWRD President Kari K. Steele. “We take into consideration environmental justice protections in our work to protect area water quality, and tonight’s forum elevates this important work for the diverse communities we serve. Thank you all for helping us celebrate and contribute to this conversation.”

Speakers included MWRD President Steele and Vice President Kimberly Du Buclet, along with Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, Chicago Urban League President and CEO Karen Freeman-Wilson and MWRD Environmental Justice Section Principal Civil Engineer Lolita Thompson. A panel, moderated by WBEZ Data Projects Editor Alden Loury, featured Blacks in Green™ Founder/CEO Naomi Davis, People for Community Recovery Executive Director Cheryl Johnson, SEIU Healthcare President Greg Kelley and Faith in Place Policy/Advocacy Director Pastor Scott Onqué. Speakers were recognized earlier that day with a resolution introduced by the MWRD Board of Commissioners.

The panel discussed environmental justice issues and how community leaders and others advocate for equity. The event follows the MWRD’s recent adoption of a new policy to integrate environmental justice considerations into all MWRD programs, policies and activities wherever possible. The MWRD is in the middle of a five-year Strategic Plan, 2021-2025, that expanded its values from excellence, respect, innovation, safety and accountability, to also include equity and diversity.

“We appreciate the opportunity to bring so many unique perspectives together for one night to commemorate Black History Month and advance causes of justice and equity in our region,” said MWRD Vice President Kimberly Du Buclet. “Thank you to the many guests and staff who attended and made this a memorable occasion.”

The event at the MWRD’s McGowan Main Office Building, 100 E. Erie St., was part of a series of Black History Month festivities this February. On Feb. 1, the MWRD raised the Pan-African flag at the Building as well as at all seven of its water reclamation plants.

Participants in the MWRD’s Black History Month celebration and panel included (Front row, L-R): MWRD Environmental Justice Section Principal Civil Engineer Lolita Thompson, People for Community Recovery Executive Director Cheryl Johnson, Blacks in Green™ Founder/CEO Naomi Davis, Faith in Place Policy/Advocacy Director Pastor Scott Onqué, SEIU Healthcare President Greg Kelley and WBEZ Data Projects Editor Alden Loury. (Back row, L-R): MWRD Executive Director Brian A. Perkovich, MWRD Chairman of Finance Commissioner Marcelino Garcia, MWRD Vice President Kimberly Du Buclet, MWRD President Kari K. Steele, MWRD Commissioner Yumeka Brown and MWRD Commissioner Daniel Pogorzelski.

On Feb. 22, the MWRD held a virtual business roundtable to discuss how community leaders advocate for equity in contracting and how minority-owned business enterprises can learn more about business opportunities with the MWRD. MWRD staff, including Diversity Administrator Regina Berry, Director of Engineering Catherine O’Connor, and Director of Procurement and Materials Management Darlene LoCascio participated in the roundtable with area business leaders including Larry Ivory, President/CEO at the Illinois Black Chamber of Commerce; Jonathan Jones, Director of Diversity, Mid-America Carpenters Regional Council - Labor Brother’s United and Omar Shareef, President, African American Contractor’s Association.

The MWRD will also participate in the Black Creativity Career Showcase at the Museum of Science and Industry, 5700 S. Du Sable Lake Shore Drive to engage students in STEM careers and shed light on the important work of the MWRD protecting the region’s water environment.

The Art and Design Dept. of SSC Present an Exhibition by Jon Seals

The Art & Design Department of South Suburban College (SSC) is pleased to announce a special guest artist exhibition entitled “Sand, Silt & Other Sorrows” by Jon Seals. The series of mixed media art will be on display in the Photo Four Gallery at SSC from Wednesday, March 1 - Thursday, April 20, 2023, with an artist talk and reception on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, from 1-2 p.m., in the Photo Four Gallery.

Seals is a conceptual artist, teacher, and curator. He holds a Master of Arts in Religion from Yale Divinity School and Yale Institute of Sacred Music and a Master of Fine Arts in Painting from Savannah College of Art and Design. Seals have exhibited his artwork in solo and group art exhibitions in galleries and colleges throughout the United States and have curated an annual art exhibition at Yale’s

Institute of Sacred Music. His artistic practice explores how identity relates to memory, loss, and redemption in visual culture.

“I create mixed-media works with materials harvested directly from bodies of water and land with severe shifts in natural environments. Artworks are created by pouring, dipping, and combining handdrawn and painted elements using the materials collected. I work directly from the soil, water, and plant life”, stated Seals.

The SSC Photo Four Gallery is open Monday-Thursday, 9-5 p.m. The galleries are closed on weekends and holidays. The public is welcome to visit art exhibitions and receptions at no charge. For more information, please call Pamela Planera at (708) 596-2000, ext. 2211, or email at pplanera@ssc.edu<mailto:pplanera@ssc.edu>. SSC is located at 15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.

Kankakee River dirt and water, acrylic paint, mica powder, on paper mounted to wood 6” x 18” 2021, artist Jon Seals.

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Post Pandemic Truth Searching

MIKE BUDER

How do we navigate the future? A challenging question and most of us have our own thoughts. We now live in the information age where a lot of good and bad data is at our fingertips, literally, at the touch of our phone or laptop. We just need to filter through it to determine what is good and what is bad. People of different professions have different perspectives and concerns on this question too, be it psychiatrists, economists, small and large business owners, landlords and even Realtors. And let us not forget the politicians whose perspectives and agenda can largely be driven by which side of the isle they are on. I always try to look at things objectively and take the positive approach, no matter how difficult and complicated that might be.

Let’s consider the phrase “New Normal”. What exactly is “New Normal”, what of it will remain in the future and what will fade away? This rhetorical term was stated by the same politicians and news networks over and over. Their messages have been mixed and convoluted at best. Wear a mask, wear double masks, don’t wear a mask, eating inside vs eating outside, same household gathering, not gathering, singing in church ok, singing not ok, I could go on and on. One message remained constant – Wash your hands! And isn’t it rather disturbing that we actually need to have that sign in our public restrooms? Having been bombarded with all this conflicting information the last 3 years, these very same politicians now tell us that after certain dates we can forgo masks, distancing and capacity restrictions (provided you are vaccinated) because everything after these dates will be fine! REALLY? People have been scared to death.

P.L.O.W. through the S.N.O.W.

by Janice R Newman

I’ve been struggling with accomplishing my goals for my personal, business, career, health, and spiritual life. It seemed like there were roadblocks and struggles in every direction. Then one day, I heard in the distance a large street plow coming. It’s doing its job to PLOW through the SNOW, ice, and sleet to clear the roads to make them easier to maneuver. I felt in my soul God saying to me P.L.O.W. through the S.N.O.W. I questioned what that meant. Then it came like a bolt. It’s P: pray and praise; L: listen; O: obey; W: walk and work; through the S: situations; N: negativity; O: obstacles and objections; and W: weaknesses and warfare: with God’s help. For me to accomplish the plans and purposes God has implanted in me, I need to PLOW to remove the SNOW that was preventing me from action. Then God put in my heart to remember that God cannot be defeated. “If God is for us, who is against us?” (Romans 8:31), “but with God all things are possible” (Matthew 19:26 NIV).

How do we implement PLOW to remove the SNOW?

First, we must PRAY to and PRAISE the Lord. Just talk about what’s concerning you and praise the Lord for all things, the good and the bad.

Second, we must LISTEN. Sometimes we need to be quiet and pay attention to what we hear.

Third, we must OBEY what we heard. Children don’t always want to listen to what their parents say, but those instructions are vital to our success.

Lastly, we must WALK and WORK out the

plans, instructions, and details. Work the plan and the plan will work. Do not be afraid to walk, work or stumble. FEAR stops most movement. God does not say there will be no bad SITUATIONS, NEGATIVITY, OBSTACLES/ OBJECTIONS, OR WEAKNESSES/WARFARE. SITUATIONS, good and bad, are apart of life. When situations arise, we must draw on God’s strength as we cannot do this alone. God never promised easy. God does say He will provide us the strength, courage, peace and love to get us through SNOW. We must fight off and dismiss NEGATIVITY in comments, thoughts and reactions that will throw us off focus. Negativity comes from ourselves, others around us, and the world. OBSTACLES/OBJECTIONS need to be removed out the way. Think of the large snowplow that has to go around all the vehicles and trash cans but does not stop until the job is accomplished. We all have WEAKNESSES and WARFARE battles to overcome. God equips us with HIS armor and strength so we can defeat and remove what’s against us.

By using the power given to us by God, we can pray, praise, listen, obey, walk and work our way through to accomplish what the Lord has planned for us. Plans to prosper us and not to harm us, to remove and break through the situation that will arise, fight negativity, overcome obstacles and objections, remove our weaknesses and warfare to be victorious.

Janice Newman, MA www.ywhynot.com

Indiana American Water and American Water Charitable Foundation Announce $10,000 Donation to Urban League of Northwest Indiana

We are terrified for anyone to see us sneeze or cough for fear of alarming them – is it an allergy, a cold, or is it the dreaded COVID?

I have watched certain states lock down way longer than others. My radar and red flag go up when politicians start offering bribes, incentives, and lottery ticket opportunities to take the vaccine. When I look closely at pictures of politicians and celebrities getting the vaccine, I am not convinced the jab really went in. Call me suspicious but all this gives me reasons to pause. Admittedly, I have many questions and doubts, one being if the vaccine is so effective, why are those that got vaccinated so concerned about being with people that have not? Aren’t they protected with an annual vaccine and boosters? What about the potential serious side effects or even mortal consequences? Are there longterm side effects? These are just a few questions that are swirling in my head. My Christian faith and my way of thinking on this goes along with my always having to be honest and straightforward. These are “my” opinions, and anyone that knows me or has worked with me knows that my client’s best interest is always first and foremost in my agency relationships. If a client cannot accept my candor, then I am not the Realtor for them. I do my best not to judge others for their opinions and hope they would return that effort when I state my truths. Thank you for reading…

If you’re looking to buy or sell real estate call Mike Buder at RE/MAX 10 (708) 418-4444, E-mail: mikebuder@remax. net, Website: www.BuderHomes.com or Facebook Friend request Mike Buder: your comments are always welcome.

Indiana American Water today announced the American Charitable Foundation, a 501(c) (3) organization established by American Water, the largest publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company, and American Water’s General Counsel Jim Gallegos have made a total donation of $200,000 to the National Urban League and the Affiliate Movement, including a $10,000 donation to the Urban League of Northwest Indiana. The funding will enhance the ULNWI’s efforts to help close the equality gap for African Americans and other historically underserved groups throughout American Water’s national footprint.

“The American Water Charitable Foundation is proud to partner with the National Urban League and the Affiliate Movement, supporting impactful initiatives and programs that help to prepare future leaders of tomorrow,” said Carrie Williams, President, American Water Charitable Foundation. “We remain committed to strengthening our inclusion, diversity, equity and equality principles by supporting organizations such as the Urban League, which helps uplift and empower those they serve. This donation is particularly meaningful as we celebrate Black History Month in February.”

Founded in 1910, the National Urban League is a historic civil rights organization dedicated to economic empowerment, equality and social justice. The Urban League spearheads the development of social programs, public policy research and advocates for policies and services

that close the equality gap.

“Indiana American Water’s donation to the Urban League of Northwest Indiana will further enhance our efforts to assist clients in securing education and inclusion, diversity and equity opportunities,” said ULNWI President and CEO Dr. Vanessa Allen McCloud. “Education translates into them being able to identify opportunities that improve the quality of life for their families and become more informed on ways to support our local economy. It’s a win for everyone.”

Originally established in 1945 as the Urban League of Gary, the Urban League of Northwest Indiana works to promote, encourage and enhance services to improve social, educational, and economic conditions of African Americans and other minority groups in Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties.

“We are committed to northwest Indiana and to making it a better place to live and work for everyone,” said Indiana American Water President Matt Prine. “Giving back and being a good neighbor to our partner communities is a core part of who we are as a company, and we’re pleased to lend support to the Urban League’s efforts here.”

Since 2012, the American Water Charitable Foundation has donated to worthy causes and organizations in communities served by American Water. Being a good neighbor and steward of the environment has always been central to the mission of American Water.

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LOCAL CHURCHES

CALVARY COMMUNITY CHURCH

16341 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-339-1133

Info@CalvarySouthHolland.org

CalvarySouthHolland.org

PASTOR ALFONZO SURRETT, SR.

GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS

8303 Sheffield Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 322-6527

gracedyer.webchicago.net

Heart Smart

RICHARD ZEKVELD

Last week, we saw Jesus wrestling in prayer with his Father. He shrank back in horror at the prospect of choking down a cup filled with his Father’s wrath against sin.

He rose from prayer, however, resolved to do his Father’s will for our salvation. “Your will be done,” he said. Jesus overcame his temptation to go AWOL from his mission as humanity’s Representative.

CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH, COGIC

1151 E. 170th St., South Holland

708-331-8389

FAX 708.331.8374

Admin@ChristCommunityCOGIC.org

ChristCommunityCOGIC.org

PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES

JESUS LIGHTHOUSE OF LOVE

INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES

19058 Burnham Ave, Lansing 312-206-1833

facebook.com/JLOLMinistries

PASTOR EL CID ZOLLICOFFER

PASTOR SHONNI ZOLLICOFFER

Only two humans in world history have made crucial decisions as Representatives for the entire human race: the First Adam and the Final Adam (Jesus).

The First Adam enjoyed perfect blessing in fellowship with God in the Garden of Eden. The Final Adam felt the crushing weight of God’s curse in the Garden of Gethsemane. The First Adam, tempted by Satan, rebelled against God and said, “My will be done.” The Final Adam, tempted by Satan, obeyed God and said, “Thy will be done.” The First Adam rebelled on our behalf, bringing down sin’s corruption and God’s curse on his descendants and all creation. The Final Adam obeyed on our behalf, reversing Adam’s curse for all who turn from their rebellion and sin to trust in him.

“For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous” (Romans 5:19, NIV84).

RECONCILIATION CHURCH

833 East 168th St., South Holland 708-331-7755

www.reconciliationchurch.org

PASTOR GLEN MCCARTHY WORSHIP SERVICES

COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

1130 East 154th St., South Holland 708-333-5955

www.covucc.org

PASTOR REV. DR. PATRICK L. DAYMOND WORSHIP SERVICES

Bible

FIRST CHURCH (PCA) 3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing 708-474-9610

www.firstchurchpca.org

ASSISTANT PASTOR DANIEL MILLER

FIRST ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN

CHURCH OF SOUTH HOLLAND

16248 South Park Ave., South Holland 708-333-8211

www.firstchurchsh.org

PASTOR REV. DANIEL SVENDSEN WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday 9:30

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Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH

651 East 166th St., South Holland 708-331-4100

redeemer-lutheran@sbcglobal.net

ESPIRITU DE DIOS

16400 S. State St., South Holland 708-439-1220 sogfchurch.com

PASTORES Jose & Paula Lopez

SERVICIOS: Grupo de Oracion de Hombres Jueves ........................................... 7:30

Sabado Alabanza y Predicacion.....6:00

UNITY OF NORTHWEST INDIANA

Plum Creek Center

2138 Moeller Street Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 931-5284

www.unitynwi.org ALL WELCOME

MINISTER: REV. GERALDINE COLVIN SUNDAY SERVICE.......................10:00 AM

As our Representative, Jesus shares his righteous status before God with all who repent (confess and turn from their sin and rebellion) and trust in him and his obedience on their behalf. Then he fills us with his Holy Spirit who empowers us to pray that we may not fall into temptation (Luke 22:40) and to say, “Your will be done.”

Adam left creation cursed.

Christ his legacy reversed.

Richard Zekveld Pastor, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org

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Calumet City Public Library

Address: 660 S Manistee Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409

Phone: (708) 862-6220

Email: info@calumetcitypl.org

Website: http://www.calumetcitypl.org/index.html\

Dolton Public Library

Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL

Phone: 708-849-2385

Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Story Time with Mrs. Brooks

Come and join in the story time with Mrs. Brooks. For ages 3 - 12. FREE. Every 1st Wed. (10am – 10:30am) To register for the Virtual Story Time go through the calendar of events on our website at www.doltonpubliclibrary.org

Virtual Zumba

with licensed instructor Yvette Roberts. Come and join in the fun every Friday at 5pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. (5pm –6pm every Friday). FREE.

AMONG US

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday (4pm to 4:30pm)

Ages 10 + years, beginning Oct. 10, 2022. To register go to the calendar of events on our website www.doltonpubliclibrary.org OR email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org

Leave your name, email and cell number. You must download “Among Us’ on your device to play. It is free. A Zoom link and game code will be sent the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Line Dancing with “Dawn the Dancin’ Deeva”

Every Thursday, at 6pm. Please call 708-8492385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary. org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. A link will be sent to you the day of the program. FREE.

Virtual Senior Yoga

Every Wednesday taught by Dionne Arnold, Certified Yoga Instructor, (4pm to 5pm) Please call 708-849-2385 or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and phone number to register. FREE.

Senior Bridge Club

Come out for the fun every Tuesday, from 3:30pm to 4:30pm If interested register by calling 708-849-2385 or email at lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your full name, email and cell phone to register. FREE.

DPLD’s Black Author’s Book Club

Meets via Zoom the last Thursday of every month at 7:00pm. Interested parties contact the library at (708-849-2385) for more information. Meet via Zoom. FREE.

Virtual Workout Program with Sheena Stinson

Get in Shape from Home. Classes held every Monday from 6pm to 6:30pm. Please call 708-849-2385 or email us at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your full name, email address and cell number to register. A Zoom Link will be sent day of the program. FREE.

Get Up & Move with Simon Says!

Join the Dolton Public Library Youth Services Dept. as we play “Simon Says”. Held every 3rd Saturday of the month from 2pm to 2:30pm starting Oct. 15. A YouTube link will be emailed every 3rd Friday. Register by calling (708-849-2385, ext. 4) or emailing at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org leaving your name, email, cell number and the number of children participating. FREE.

Dolton Public Library District Curbside Times Monday through Friday [9am to 2pm]. FREE.

Burbio

Burbio is a one-stop free resource to find out about all the Dolton area events and activities. If your group wishes to post your events on burbio contact: groupsupport@burbio.com Sign-up at Burbio.com or download the free android or iPhone app and follow the calendars that interest you. FREE.

Chess Club

Mr. Paul Fritz, Chess Coach. November 3rd to December 12th

Every third Thursday, 5:00pm to 5:30pm, via Zoom and chess.com to play. Register at chess.com in addition to registering for the program. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, email and cell # or call (708-849-2385, ext. 4) Date & Times subject to change. Call 708-8492385, ext. 212. A Zoom link will be emailed to you the day of the program. FREE.

Passport to Knowledge

Every first Monday of the month. (3:30 – 4pm). Pack your bags for a virtual trip around the world and learn about other countries and cultures. Register at lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org or call (708-849-2385) and leave your name, email and cell number. Come curbside to pick up your Passport Packet prior to departure. The link for Zoom will be emailed prior to the program. FREE.

Coffee and Chat – a Senior Experience

Are you a senior over the age of 60 and want to have conversation with other seniors. Some of the topics discussed are technology and other happenings in our world and community. To register for the program and all the other Senior Programs call (708-849-2385) or email your registration to lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org FREE

Between the Pages A Virtual Story Time. Every third Saturday of the month at 1:30pm.To register call (708-8492385) or email lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org and leave your name, phone number and email address. A link will be sent to you. FREE

Creative Craft

View our tutorial on our YouTube page, every 4th Wednesday starting October 26, at 1pm. The link will be provided on our Facebook page. FREE.

Black History Month

Celebrate with Us the whole month of February 2023! Young people bring in a short essay about your most admired Black History maker and receive a gift bag. “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” – Nelson Mandela

The Importance of Kidney Health with Monica Fox of the National Kidney Foundation Tuesday, March 7 th , 2023 (11am to 12Noon) Program held via Zoom. Link sent out day of program. Please call (708-849-2385, ext. 3, leaving your full name, email address and phone number or email information to lincoln@ doltonpubliclibrary.org to register. FREE.

Hammond Public Library

Address: 564 State St., Hammond

Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307

Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us

Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us

Harvey Public Library

Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426

Phone: 708-331-0757x3200

Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us

Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us

FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm

Join Us For Virtual Programs: Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library. Tuesday: Craft Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)

Homewood Public Library

Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy Homewood, IL 60430

Phone: (708) 798-0121, ext. 310 or 307

Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org

Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/

Lansing Public Library

Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL

Phone: 708-474-2447

Email: shari@lansingpl.org

Website: www.lansingpl.org

Riverdale Public Library

Address: 208 W 144th St Riverdale, IL 60827

Phone: (708) 841-3311

Email: library@rpld.org

Website: www.rpld.org

Community Pantry Food Drive

Open to the public during business hours: Monday -Thursday 10AM to 6PM, Friday 10AM to 5PM, and Saturday 10AM to 2PM “Join our Patrons Helping Patrons initiative by donating non-perishable food items to the new Riverdale Public Library Community Food Pantry. Let’s work together to help others!”

Tutoring and Down Time (Children/Teens)

Every Tuesday 3PM-5:30PM “Get the homework help you need and afterwards enjoy hanging out with your friends playing games!”

Family Film Friday (All ages)

Every Friday 1PM-4:30PM “Every Friday, the library will be hosting a new film showing, new and old, action and romance and much more. Free popcorn, snacks, and beverages.”

Shape Up Exercise Class (Adults/Seniors)

Every Saturday 11AM-12PM “Enjoy the benefits of strength, flexibility, and relaxation in a fun and social way.”

All things Needlework (Adults/Seniors)

Every Monday at 12PM Do you enjoy needle arts like knitting, crochet, and sewing? Whether you are a beginner or experienced this club is for you. Work on your latest project while enjoying the company of your follow crafters. Just grab your project bag and join us for stitching, sharing tips, and conversation.

South Holland Public Library

Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL

Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161

Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org

Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar.

Chess Club

Whether you’ve been playing for years or have always wanted to learn, this is your chance to sharpen your skills. Players can compete in either casual or competitive games or learn the fundamentals of this classic of game of strategy. Thornwood HS Chess coach (and former NFL player) Michael Blair is here to put you through your paces.

Storytimes

Join the library for our special social-emotional and community-themed storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 this month! You I Like & Mister Rogers Themed Storytime (Tuesdays) Little Bodies, Big Feelings (Thursdays). Fridaypalooza Bilingual Storytime on Fridays at 10:30.

Thornton Public Library

Address: 115 E. Margaret St. Thornton, IL.

Email: library@thorntonil.us

Website: https://www.thorntonlibrary.org/

Calendar Of Events

Women’s Bible Study

Discover Your Bible with us at Cottage Grove Christian Reformed Church, 166th Street and Cottage Grove Avenue (by the roundabout) in South Holland, Tuesday mornings from 9:45 – 11:00 a.m. beginning on September 13. We will study The First Letter of Paul to the Corinthians. We provide a Nursery for infants and Story Hour for preschoolers to age 5. For information call the church at 331-0391 or Carol at 339-6793. We would love to have you join us!

Golden Times Seniors

Golden Times Seniors is planning a couple of trips. The first trip is to Medieval Times in Schaumburg, Il. The date is Saturday February 18th; the cost is $80.00. We will leave from the Welcome Center at 11:00 am. The second trip is to The Tulip Festival in Holland Mi. Wednesday May 10th. The cost is $55.00 we will leave from the Welcome Center at 8:00 am. There is a $10.00 yearly fee to join Golden Times. If interested please contact Jennifer Jonesat 219-789-2783. Thank you!

Neighbor 2 Neighbor

JANICE MINTON-KUTZ

AMVETS POST 43 BURNHAM ILLINOISPAUL PRICE-14032 TORRENCE AVENUE

The fun starts here with your hosts Trish Bielec, Mike and Angie Steele and Amparo Hislop.

Upcoming events include St Patrick’s Day

Traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner

Saturday March 18th, 2023 from 4 to 7 p.m. Irish music and Karaoke by DJ Sammie (from 4 p.m. to ?) Donation is $20 with advance tickets at the post, walks in welcome but no guarantee for a dinner. Beast bet—call ahead and buy a ticket. Carry outs available for extra $1. Call Val Piotrowski at 708-828-0557.

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KIDS EASTER PARTY AT PAUL PRICE

AMVETS POST 43: Mark your calendars for Sunday March 26th,2023 from 1 to 4 pm. Part of the Post 43 Easter Party is painting this bunny on a 16 x 20 canvas, following along with our painting instructor. Backgrounds and bow ties can be personalized. This portion of the party lasts about one hour and begins at 1 p.m. Afterwards, the Ester Bunny will arrive to deliver candy. Kids 12 and under, free. Adults or kids ages 13 plus, $20/painter. Register by March 20, 2023. For more info contact Trish, 773-7499745.

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LOVE, LINDA, THE LIFE OF MRS. COLE

PORTER AT THE TOWLE THEATER: In a 90, minute, one act play featuring the marvelous songs of Cole Porter, Linda J. Wilczynski, a veteran of the Towle Stage, carried the life of her muse with style and sophistication. We learn of the love and life of Cole Porter, whose attentions were divided yet no less passionate and of Linda’s devotion to one of the 20th century’s most prolific songwriters. Through her eyes and in song, we learn of the enormous talent of a man so associated with musical theatre in the early part of the last century. In a lovely set, stunning in it’s simplicity, we learn of Linda’s unrequited love for Cole Porter. Accompanying Linda J. Wilczynski as Linda Porter are three accomplished musician’s--Valerie Webdell, Amanada Kraupner and Ron Fary. The musical was presented February 24-26 and March 3-5. For more information call the Theater at 219-937-8780 or visit www. toweltheater.org

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WHITING POST 80 ST PATRICKS CORNED

BEEF DINNER: Post 80 Commander Harry Triplett invites us to their annual Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner Thursday March 9, 2023 at the Post Home 2003 Indianapolis Blvd, Whiting, Indiana. Dinners from 4 to 7 p.m. Call 219-6590215 for more information.

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2022 HUMANE INDIANA HAS IMPACTFUL

STEVES FISH FRY DOES NOT DISAPPOINT:

The main dining room of Steve’s Lounge, 13200 S. Baltimore is open on Friday’s now during Lent from 11:30 to 8 p.m. All Steve’s favorites are on the Special Lenten Menu— Stuffed shrimp, Walleye Pike, hand breaded Lake perch, fish and chips, cod, seafood platter, frog leg dinner, blue gill dinner, along with some favorites like Polish and Kraut, Roast Beef dinner, Meat loaf, fried chicken. Pictured here recently are Jimmy Kane, Lori Warnle and server extraordinaire Becky! Join the crowd going to Steve’s on Fridays during Lent! 773-646-1071

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YEAR: This animal advocate origination touched the lives of 20,000 people and 10,000 animals through programs at the Humane Indiana Shelter and Adoption Shelter, Estelle Marcus Clinic, Humane Indiana Wildlife Rehab and Education and Humane Indiana Resale and Gift Shop. New last year was “Home for the Holidays” gift catalogue fundraiser to benefit the shelter, clinic and wildlife center. Next up will be a gala fundraiser on Saturday March 11, 2023 at the Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana, The Heart of Rock N Roll. Check HumaneIndiana.org starting MARCH 1ST. An online silent auction with over 100 chances to win trips, special behind the scenes adventures, art, dining experiences, event tickets and much more. Call 219-922-3811 for more information.

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YOU MEET SOME OF THE NICEST PEOPLE AT THE SOUTH HOLLAND LIBRARY: A recent visit to the SH Library found Joan Summit arriving. Joan was a former mover and shaker of the Village of South Holland and advocated for many programs in place today. Great seeing you Joanie!

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For inclusion in Neighbor 2 Neighbor, please call Janice at 708-302-8585 or write to her C/O Coldwell Banker, 20 E. US 30, Schererville, IN 46375, or e-mail her at janice.mintonkutz@cbexchange.com

Fill in the blank squares in the grid, making sure that every row, column and 3x3 box includes all digits from 1 through 9.

Early Signs Of

DOWN

1. *Like Stephen Crane’s Badge of Courage

2. Mars, to the Greeks

3. Brass component

4. Home to largest mammal

5. *John Updike’s “______, Run”

6. *Stephen King novella “The ____,” adapted into “Stand by Me” film

7. Exclamation of surprise

8. The end

9. They’re missing from Venus de Milo

10. He played Sergeant Joe Friday

11. Suggestive of supernatural

12. Piece of evidence 15. Capers or charades 20. Gloomier 22. Brewpub offering 24. *John Updike’s alma mater 25. *Harper Lee’s Atticus _____

Bleats

31. *Occupation featured in “The Help”

32. Terminated 33. They’re found at checkout

*Truman Capote’s party girl

Garden starter

Toy block

Jack Black’s “_____ Libre”

Blow out the candle, e.g.

Sigma ___ Epsilon

QUEENS OF JAZZ & BLUES

BESSIE SMITH

NATIONAL BLACK WOMEN IN JAZZ AND THE ARTS DAY MARCH 1 is a holiday that is dedicated to jazz, fine, visual, performing, and auditory arts in all its glory. The day is specifically held on the first day of National Women’s History Month because it honors all existing and previous African-American female artists only. This day was established by the Georgia organization, Black Women In Jazz.

Habitat for Humanity & South Shore Roller Derby Join Forces to Empower Women Through Women Build Get HELP with DEBT

Habitat for Humanity and South Shore Roller Derby has announced a new partnership aimed at empowering women and helping to provide affordable housing solutions in the local community. This collaboration is part of Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build initiative, which focuses on engaging women in the construction of safe and affordable homes for families in need.

The partnership will involve members of South Shore Roller Derby volunteering their time and skills to assist in the construction of a Habitat for Humanity home in Lake County, Indiana. The Women Build program provides an opportunity for women to take an active role in the construction process and develop new skills while also helping to provide a safe and decent home for a local family in need.

“We are thrilled to partner with South Shore Roller Derby for Women Build,” said Dawn Michaels, Executive Director of Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana. “Their dedication to supporting women and building strong, inclusive communities is exactly what Women Build is all about. We believe that by working together, we can create a better future for women and families in our community.”

Through this partnership, members of South Shore Roller Derby will volunteer their time and skills to help build homes in the community. They will also work to raise funds and awareness for Women Build, helping to ensure that everyone has a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home. South Shore Roller Derby is hosting three bouts and encourages attendees to make a donation to Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana. The bouts are scheduled on March 11th at the Hammond Civic Center, doors open at 5 pm and the bout starts at 5:30 pm. The remaining bouts are scheduled for June 24 in Crown Point at Bull Dog Park, and September 16 at Urschel

Pavillion in Valparaiso, times to be announced soon.

“South Shore Roller Derby is proud to support Women Build and the mission of Habitat for Humanity,” said Ellen Kapitan, Board President of South Shore Roller Derby. “We are excited to work alongside women in our community to build homes and build a better future. Roller derby is all about empowering women, and we are thrilled to extend that empowerment to the construction site.”

The partnership between Habitat for Humanity and South Shore Roller Derby is a testament to the power of community and the importance of empowering women. Together, these organizations will make a real difference in the lives of families in Lake County, Indiana.

For more information about Women Build, visit NWIHabitat.org/ WomenBuild. To learn more about South Shore Roller Derby and its schedule, visit SouthShoreRollerDerby.org/current-season.

About Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana

Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana is the leading organization that provides permanent, affordable housing to income-qualified families in Lake County, Indiana. By serving qualified homeowners with an affordable mortgage, we help families achieve housing stability and improve their living conditions.

About South Shore Roller Derby

The South Shore Roller Derby, Inc. (SSRD) is a competitive Flat Track Roller Derby League and 501(c)3 nonprofit in Northwest Indiana. SSRD strives to improve individual athleticism, character, and community while promoting team unity. Members of SSRD are dedicated to community outreach through events, activities, and volunteerism.

If you’re getting closer to retirement, you might be thinking more about Social Security. Specifically, can you count on it to contribute part of the income you’ll need as a retiree?

There’s been an increase in alarming language surrounding the solvency of Social Security, but in reality, its prospects are not nearly as gloomy as you might have heard.

Here’s the story: Under current law, Social Security is estimated to exhaust its trust funds by 2035, after which benefits could be cut by 20%, according to the 2022 Social Security Trustees report. However, the large cost of living adjustment (COLA) (8.7%) for 2023 could cause the trust funds to use up their resources sooner.

But this outlook may represent a worstcase scenario. For one thing, the cost of the 2023 COLA will be somewhat offset by higher taxes on workers contributing to Social Security. The maximum amount of earnings subject to the 6.2% Social Security tax jumped from $147,000 in 2022 to $160,200 in 2023. And in looking down the road, further increases in this earnings cap may also help reduce the gap in the trust funds. Increasing the payroll tax is another possibility for boosting funding to Social Security.

And here’s a political reality: Social Security is a popular program and it’s unlikely that any future Congress wants to be blamed for reducing benefits. Of course, there are no guarantees, but it seems fair to say that you can reasonably expect some benefits from Social Security when you retire.

But perhaps the bigger issue is just how much you should depend on Social Security for your retirement income. On average, Social Security benefits will provide about 30% of a beneficiary’s preretirement earnings, according to the Social Security Administration. But the higher your earnings

before you retire, the lower the percentage that will be replaced by Social Security.

Still, you’ll want to maximize the benefits that are available to you — and that means deciding when to start taking Social Security. You can begin as early as 62, but your monthly payments could be as much as 30% lower than your normal (or “full”) retirement age, which will likely be between 66 and 67.

Even if you were to wait until your full retirement age before collecting Social Security, you’ll also need to draw on other sources of funding. So, while you are still working, it’s a good idea to keep contributing to your IRA and 401(k) or other employersponsored retirement plan.

The amount you contribute should depend on your overall financial strategy and your financial needs, so, for example, you probably shouldn’t put in so much into your retirement accounts that you feel significant stress in your monthly cash flow. But when you do get a chance to invest more in these accounts, such as when your salary goes up, you may want to take advantage of the opportunity.

Ultimately, you should be able to count on Social Security as part of your retirement income. You may want to consult with a financial professional to determine when taking Social Security makes the most sense for you and how you can also get the most from your other retirement accounts. You’ll want a retirement income strategy that’s built for the long run.

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones. Member SIPC.

KOCHALSKI LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, ONE EAST WACKER, SUITE 1250,

ing the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Lowell Client Forgot

On February 21, 2023, I got a bill from a client in Lowell, Indiana. It was on my desk when I arrived at the office.

The client was getting a bill for $147.19 from a medical firm. The client did not know why she was getting the bill. I checked it for her.

With some editing to protect the privacy of our client, here is the letter that I sent to her after I checked the bill to make sure it was legitimate and accurate.

You sent us a bill from (the medical firm) and asked us to check it.

The bill seeks $147.19. It is your bill. You should pay it. Here is why.

You bought a Plan G Medicare supplement policy. Plan G policies DO NOT pay the Medicare Part B annual deductible. This year, that figure is $226.

The bill for $147.19 was for date of service 1/13/23. Another bill for date of service 01/04/23 was $78.81. Those two bills add to exactly $226. You are responsible for paying these bills because Medicare counted them to add to your Medicare Part B

annual deductible.

Thank you for allowing us to help you with your insurance needs. If you have any questions, please contact your insurance agent.

Checking on medical bills that our clients question is one of the things that I do for our clients. The Medicare system is not perfect and it is not run by people who are perfect. When a medical bill needs to be checked for a client, we do that without charge. It is one way that we demonstrate that we really care for our clients. If your insurance agent does not give the same high standard of help to clients, why not switch to our insurance agency?

Note: Woodrow Wilcox is the senior medical bill case worker at Senior Care Insurance Services in Merrillville, Indiana. He has saved clients of that firm over three million dollars by fighting mistakes and fraud in the Medicare system. Also, Wilcox wrote the book SOLVING MEDICARE PROBLEM$ which is available through book stores and online.

Real Estate Specialists

FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION (FORMERLY KNOWN AS NORWEST BANK MINNESOTA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION) AS

FOR OPTION ONE MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 1999-A, ASSET BACKED

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IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

SERIES 1999-A

NESBIT, FRANCES M. NESBIT

FRANCES MAE NESBIT,

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Alexander Potestivo, POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL, 60606 (312) 263-0003. Please refer to file number 309059.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

Real Estate Questions & Answers

CATHY & JIM HIGGINS

Question: We contracted to buy a home on the 1st of the month. Closing is in 45 days. Ten days prior to closing there was a huge storm which took down a large tree in the backyard and damaged the house. Is the seller obligated to fix the house and replace the tree?

Answer: At the time you bought the property, the day the contract was signed, you purchased a home with a given physical condition -- not perfect, but as you saw it. The seller has an obligation to deliver the property in substantially the same condition as it was on the contract date.

In the situation you describe it’s likely that the owner’s insurance will cover some or all of the bill. If the repairs are not completed by closing, then establish an “escrow” or trust account at from the seller’s funds at closing to assure that the work is completed.

As to the tree, it was going to fall at some point. The storm was plainly an act of nature. The owner is obligated to clean up. If you’re on good terms with the seller, maybe ask for firewood.

Question: Four months ago we saw a house we liked and said we were interested, but didn’t make a firm offer at that time. The owner now wants to take the home off the market. Is there any way we can make an offer on the house?

Answer: An owner is not obligated to eternally offer a home for sale. You could have made a written offer when the owner was actively marketing the property.

You can still make an offer -- I have had people approach me to buy property which was not for sale. But an owner has no obligation to review an offer or accept it.

E-mail us your Real Estate questions at Cathyah@aol.com. Thinking of selling your home? Call Cathy & Jim Higgins, Licensed Broker/Realtors in Indiana & Illinois. IN: 219-865-4361 IL: 708-828-3304. McColly Real Estate. Website: www.Cathyhiggins.com.

Personal Real Estate Journal: www.Higginshousechat. blogspot.com

VAN BEEK

Roger Glenn Van Beek, 83, of Lansing Illinois passed from this life to his home in heaven on Sunday, February 19, surrounded by his family. Roger was born on November 14, 1939, in Pittstown, New Jersey to Peter and Nellie (Noteboom) Van Beek. He was the third of six children. In his school years, the family moved from New Jersey to California to Illinois before settling in Wisconsin. Roger grew up farming, but chose not to follow that path. He always gave 110% to all he did including his family, work and service to the Lord. Roger married Janice Dykema on March 18, 1960. They were blessed with three children Randy (Ruth) Van Beek of Lansing Illinois, Sandy (Joe) Mulder of Delavan Wisconsin and Paul (Gail) Van Beek of Pella Iowa. He was a devoted husband and father. He was a loving grandfather to thirteen grandchildren Ryan (Olivia), Jeff (Laura), Alexa, Andrea, Ross (Amy), Jon (Susan), Andrew (Meghan), Jared (Maggie), Hannah, Abby, Nick (Jori), Jeremy (Ashley), and Emily. Roger and Janice also are blessed with ten great grandchildren. He loved his family dearly and had no greater joy than to know each one walked with the Lord. Roger was an avid Cubs fan and a loyal Packers fan. He loved to play sports and was proud to talk about his basketball career in HS. Although his education ended with high school, he encouraged his children to pursue college. He loved to sing, and was a member of the Crusaders quartet for 17 years. His love for sports and music were passed on to his children and made him a faithful spectator at many of his grandchildren’s athletic events, concerts, plays and musicals. Roger was devoted to Christian education and served as a school board member in his children’s school. He served several terms as an elder in churches in WI and IL, was a Sunday School teacher and Cadet leader. Roger was a man of deep faith and was always ready to give an answer for the hope that was in him. He was known to share that faith with his family, with neighbors, with travelers and workers at the Oasis where he walked, with his coffee buddies at McDonalds and all those who provided his health care. In his last days, he continued to share that faith in the hospital and was known by all the nurses for his singing.After working in the building industry for 17 years in Wisconsin, he fulfilled a dream to be in ministry when he began to work at Bible League International in 1985 as the vice-president of finance. During his 22 years of service, he helped guide the ministry finances, visited field offices in several foreign countries and led the building project for the current facility in Crete, Illinois. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, his children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. His brother Lynn and sister Char, sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Gerald, Donald and Clifford. Visitation will be held Friday, February 24, 2023 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, Indiana. A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 9:45 a.m. until the time of the Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m. at Crete Church 24755 S. Country Lane, Crete, IL with services conducted by Rev. Gerald Erffmeyer. A private family burial will be held prior to the service at Oak Ridge Cemetery in Lansing, IL. Memorials may be directed to the Bible League International (www. bibleleague.org).

SCHILLING

Elsie L. Schilling, nee Shuttle, age 94, of Dolton, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 24, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Charlton Schilling. Loving mother of Steven Schilling, the late Susan (Robert) Gonya, Scott (Ann) Schilling, and Stanley (Cynthia) Schilling. Proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 14 greatgrandchildren. Dear sister of the late James, late Mary Ellen, Clara, late Doris, and Margaret. Kind aunt of many nephews and nieces. Preceded in death by her parents John and Grace Shuttle. Mrs. Schilling was loved by many and will be missed. Visitation Wednesday, March 1, 2023 from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.)

South Holland, IL. Funeral service Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 16500 Woodlawn Ave., South Holland, IL with Rev. Michael Udoekong Wahl officiating. Interment Oakland Memory Lanes, Dolton, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Breast Cancer Research or Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com

SIMPSON

Norma L. Simpson, nee McDonald, age 88, of Crete, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023. Loving wife of the late Robert E. Simpson. Devoted mother of Edward (late Janet) Simpson and Pamela (late Roger) Smith. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer and Carolyn; greatgrandmother of Joel and Benjamin. Dearest sister of Naomi (late Leonard) Burnett and Juanita (late Richard) Roberson. Kind aunt of nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Clarence and Opal Marie McDonald. Norma was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Services will be private.

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Lane) Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. SMITSFH.com

HUGHES

A Funeral Mass for Virginia M.“Ginny” Hughes was held on February 25th at St. Mary Church with Rev. Sam Conforti officiating. Ms. Hughes was born May 1, 1935 and died February 18, 2023. She was the sister of Elaine (William) Dorans; aunt of Edward (Marie), Susan (John) Liss, Richard (Patti), Jean, Thomas (Debbie) and James (Julie) Dorans; great-aunt of many nieces and nephews. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home(Janusz Family Funeral Service). 708-460-2300 or thornridgefuneralhomes. com

RIETVELD

Audrey Elaine Rietveld, nee Veld, age 84, of Crete, Illinois, passed peacefully on Sunday, February 19, 2023. Beloved wife of Philip Rietveld. Loving mother of four daughters—Lisa (Trilby White) Rietveld, Renee (John) Malm, Linda (Kevin) Van Drunen, and Jennifer Mack. Grandmother to Jordan (Kerianne) Malm, Dane (Sydney) Malm, Noah (Morgan) Malm, Daniel VanDrunen, Elizabeth Van Drunen, Katherine Van Drunen, and Kate O’Brien. Great Grandmother to Finn Malm, Mila Malm, and Margot Malm. Preceded in death by sister Gay Louise (late Thomas) Hoekstra (D. 2022), mother Ruth Veld (D. 2007) and father Egbert Veld (D. 1980) Audrey grew up in South Holland, Illinois, and attended Thornton High School and Hope College in Holland, Michigan. She was a homemaker most of her life, enjoyed working at Donna’s clothing store in Bradley, Illinois, and later sold real estate. She enjoyed traveling, annual trips to horse shows in Kentucky, and spending time at her condo in Florida with good friends and family. Audrey loved spending time with her daughters and grandchildren, loved dogs, was an avid reader, a Daily Cross Word puzzler, and enjoyed playing bridge. She could do a puzzle in no time and was hard to beat at Scrabble. A funeral service will be held Friday, February 24, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN, followed by a gathering time for friends and family immediately following the service. Private interment at Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. Charitable donations may be given to Alzheimer’s Association (www.alz.org). For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH. com.

KERSTOWSKE

Elmer W. Kerstowske, age 88, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2023 at Franciscan Saint Margaret’s Hospital near his home in Dyer, IN, formerly of Dolton, and South Chicago, IL. He was born on March 14, 1934 in Chicago, IL, to Joann E. (Gorecki) Kerstowske and Elmer Kerstowske. He married Barbara Ann Michalak at Immaculate Conception church in South Chicago on September 21, 1958. He was a graduate of Mount Carmel High School and Wilson Jr. College, and attended Roosevelt University. He worked as a production manager at Crain Communications in Chicago, IL from 1970 until his retirement in March of 2000. Affectionately nicknamed “Blinky” by his family, Elmer was a kind, considerate man with a quiet nature and sharp wit. He enjoyed simple pleasures such as golf, bowling, word-searches, eating hot fudge sundaes from Gayety’s, and watching The Cubs. He was a loving husband and father, and a doting grandfather. He will be deeply missed. He is survived by his wife, Barbara, his daughters Kathleen Kerstowske and Judy (Mark) Swisher and granddaughters Mallory Kroll (Mike) and Kate Swisher. Visitation Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Elmer’s funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. directly at St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church 500 Northgate Dr. Dyer, IN, with Rev. Leo Gajardo officiating. Interment Memory Lane Memorial Park Cemetery – Crown Point, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorials donations to the American Heart Association (www.heart. org/donate) appreciated. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. SMITSFH.com

FISCHL

A Memorial Service for Marilyn Joyce Fischl will be held on March 1st at Thornridge Funeral Home with Deacon Tim Springer officiating. Ms. Fischl (née Krasinski) was born July 31, 1949 and died February 22, 2023. She was the mother of Denise (Darren) Diviak and David (Lisa) Fischl; nana of Haylee Fischl, Alexis Jean Ingle and Katie Diviak; great-grandmother of Skylar Worthington; sister of Arlene (Michael) Sulski; aunt of Carly and Zachary. Interment Private. Arrangements entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home(Janusz Family Funeral Service). 708-841-2300 or thornridgefuneralhomes. com

NORDIN

Christine Marie Nordin, nee Williams, age 68, of Thornton, IL, passed away Thursday, February 2, 2023. Beloved wife of Mark Nordin. Loving sister of Mark (Linda) Williams, Marianne (Ron) Schmidt, and the late Michael Williams. Dear sister-inlaw of Laura (Michael) Stachulak. Cherished aunt of Rachel and Bethany Williams, Jessica, Jenna, and Jackie Williams, Heather (Terry) Worden, Heidi (Joel) Varela, and Christopher (fiancée Rizza Suaybaguio) Stachulak; great-aunt of Max, Sonja and Adeline. Preceded in death by her parents James and Margaret Williams. Christine was loved by many and will be dearly missed.Chris was a devoted Christian, volunteering her time every weekend in teaching the young kids at Sunday School. She was a hardworking and capable Nurse and Nurse educator, who was still actively working in the field to empower others with her experience. After she retired, she continued to teach Basic Life Support classes around the Chicagoland area hospitals. She was an artisan; mastering stained glass, beading, paper cards, jewelry and acrylic painting. Her attention to detail in any media was immaculate. She loved to travel with Mark, and enjoyed scuba diving and windsurfing in far off places. She also got the opportunity to travel internationally with her sister, Marianne. She was Mark’s soul mate; always inseparable, donating her kidney for him so they could continue living their lives together to the fullest. She was a dog mom; always having two well groomed long haired shih Tzu’s following after her around her house and yard. Chris’s loving and caring attitude, and commitment to family and friends, was also evident in her own personal interests, such as plants and gardening, as well as baking. Chris will always be remembered as someone who truly demonstrated a strong Christian faith, and love for the Lord. Memorial visitation Saturday, February 25, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. with a memorial service following at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Church 100 W. 81st Avenue Dyer, IN, with Rev. Bob Bouwer officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to Living With Hope Wheelchair Ministry (www. livingwithhope.net) .

Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit www. SMITSFH.com

NOLAN

Ronald G. “Bud” Nolan, age 86, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 23, 2023. Loving husband of Mary J. Nolan, nee Guffey. Devoted father of Kelly Nolan and Craig (Victoria) Nolan. Cherished grandfather of Connor, Savannah, and Ericka; great-grandfather of Flynn. Dear brother of the late Evelyn (late Jim) Sparger. Arrangements entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home – South Holland, IL. For further information, please contact 708-333-7000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www. SMITSFH.com

RABB

William “Bill” E. Rabb, age 83, of St. John, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 26, 2023. Beloved husband of Patricia A. Rabb, nee Karabin. Loving father of Catherine (George) SredNoselac, Sheri Venturelli, and the late Beverly Ritchie. Cherished grandfather of nine grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of the late Jack (late Jeannie) Rabb. Preceded in death by his parents Benjamin and Tempe Rabb. William was a United States Air Force Veteran. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Visitation Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 9:00 A.M. Until the time of the prayer service at 10:30 P.M. From smits funeral home 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN, to st. Michael the Archangel Church 1 W. Wilhelm st. Schererville, IN, for a 11:00 a.M. Funeral mass, with Rev. Martin j. Dobrzynski officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society (www.Cancer.Org). For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. Smitsfh.com.

ZIEGER

A Memorial Service for Edith J. “Edie” Zieger will be held on March 4th at Thorn Creek Reformed Church. Mrs. Zieger (née Koostra) was born January 6, 1926 and died February 16, 2023 She was the wife of the late Edward S. Zieger; sister of the late Elizabeth (late Leo), Collett, late George (late Helen) Koostra, and late M. Frances (late Anthony) Wagner; also survived by many friends. Interment Private. Arrangements entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home(Janusz Family Funeral Service). 708-841-2300 or thornridgefuneralhomes. com

Services

AC/HEATING

SERVICES: Summer Special! Furnaces or A/C’s , Clean & check $59.95. Furnaces, A/C’s, Boilers, water heaters, sump pumps, humidifiers, installations, repairs, furnaces installed from $1495.00 R/D Heating & Cooling. IL. and IN. 219-616-3281

CALL MCFIELD ELECTRIC FOR ALL YOUR ELECTRICAL NEEDS , when you want it done right, give us a call at (708) 845-1962

ARE YOU BUYING OR SELLING PROPERTY? WE

SPECIALIZE IN DELIVERING RESULTS.

BRUCE MCKINNEY

Call, send a text message, or an emailCell: 708-269-2992, email: bruce@ familypriderealty.comFamily

Pride Realty, 3337 W. 95th St., Evergreen Park, IL. 60805

OVERNIGHT OFFICE

CLEANING AVAILABLE. South Holland Area. Call Randy 708-552-1839

HANDY MAN SERVICE

Lenord Wilks - Call 1-773-897-9464

LIGHT BULB SERVICE

Will replace your burnt out and broken bulbs - Interior/ Exterior. Also replace Smoke and CO2 Detector Batteries. 219-865-2345

ALL HANDYMAN

REPAIRS Done On The Side to save money! Painting, drywall, tile, concrete patching, doors, roofing, hauling. Very reasonable. Mark 708-408-7192

CONCRETE & PATCHING

Done On The Side to save you money. Also general contracting, handyman work, FHA work & snowplowing. Very reasonable. Call Mark 708-408-7192

PAINTING SERVICES:

Economy Painting. Interior/ Exterior painting 20% Off. Mention this ad. Walpaper instllation. General dywall repair & installation. Best price guaranteed. Ask for Ed. 708-548-6356 or 708-2885038.

ADG HANDYMAN

Cleaned gutters and repairs, installing new gutters, protectors/cover caps. Never clean gutters again! Unclogging all pipes large and small. 312-8356645/708-250-4752 gholston859@gmail.com

PLUMBING SERVICES:

J.E.M. Plumbing & Sewer , Drain Cleaning Specialist, water lines, pumps, water heater, faucets, toilets, same day service. 219-845-7589 or 708-896-0500

GUTTER CLEANING:

SUPER FLOW Gutter cleaning, Free estimates. Very reasonable. Asl for Rob. No Sundays. 708-877-6860

HOME IMPROVEMENT:

A&A Services services faucets, carpentry locks, fence and gate repair, gutter cleaning, power washing, toilet repairs, wind damage repairs, caulking, rooftop repair. Insured. Free estimates. 219-865-2345

TREE SERVICE: Maggy’s Tree Service. Tree’s Topped, Trimmed, Removed, Bush Removal, Stump Removal. Walks shoveled. Also Insured Bonded. Free estimates. 708-200-8078

PAINTS OF AMERICA

interior and exterior painting, plus carpet cleaning and gutter cleaning. Senior discounts. Call Algie at 708-574-6367

HARP-WILL CLEANING INC. has several openings for experienced, dependable

Home/Office Cleaners with a track record of excellent service. We offer competitive pay. Contact us at info@ harpwillcleaning.com or 708-855-4294.

GUTTER CLEANING. Just a friendly reminder that your gutters need cleaning. Also, for a limited time, we offer a Free Rooftop Inspection at no extra charge. Call today for your free quote 219-8652345

SHELTON’S FIREARM

AND SELF DEFENSE LLC www. sheltonsfirearmsandself defense.com Don’t be a Victim, Book A Class Today! “Shelton’s Firearm and Self Defense Training LLC” 708-502-3718

TRIPLE E LAWNCARE Full Service weekly lawn care. Power Raking, Aeration, Fertilization, Bush Trimming/ Removal/ Planting. Erik of Lansing 708-858-1213

DAILY MOVERS 20 miles one way $325-$425 Special 708-940-1378

CORONADO HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Providing home improvement services such as drywall repairs, painting, floor installations, plumbing and electrical services. For free estimates call (219) 902 1017

Wanted

WANTED RADIO/TV

TUBES CB/HAM RADIOS

TUBE TESTERS 70S HIGH POWER STEREOS misc test equipment Tube type stereos old radios no tvs 708 536 8823

WANTED DEGAN OR MUSSER VIBRAPHONE CALL 219-801-0955

IN DESPARATE NEED SMALL CAR FOR 80 YEAR OLD - ECONOMICAL CAR CAN BE DAMAGED IF RUNNING FOR LOW INCOME SR. CITIZ. Does not have to pass emission test if the price is right - Call 219-801-0955

WANTED: 1972 & OLDER CARS & TRUCKS, PARTS, RUNNING OR NOT (and parts) unfinished project and 67-69 Camaros. 708-4399770

WANTED - GARAGE TO STORE MY OLD DODGE CAR. Could use 1 or 2 Stall Garage. Prefer the Lansing area. Call James between 9am and 9pm, 708-460-8308

SOMEONE TO REPAIR A GAS LAWN MOWER. Call or text 708-673-9361

WANT TO BUY A USED 2-CAR (NON-WOOD) GARAGE DOOR.

708.925.2102

IN SEARCH OF OLDER COBRA CB RADIO BASE STATIONS & ACCESSORIES let me know what you have. Dan 312-720-0844HOUSE PHONE, CORDLESS, CALLER ID. Ask for Martha 708-849-4690

US SOLDIER IS DESPERATE IN NEED of a 3 bed house, to rent or rent to buy. Currently paying $2000/mo at Hotel and $209 for storage. Have fixed income of $4000/mo Plus. Call Algie 708.574.6367

SENIOR LOOKING TO RENT 2 OR 3 BEDROOM HOUSE WITH GARAGE. Have Sect. 8, also have 24hr caregiver. Looking in Lansing, Calumet City, South Holland, or Thornton ASAP. Call 708-200-8473. Ask for Carol

WANTED: Electric chainsaws and as many chains as you have. Exterior Brown Paint. 219-801-0955

WANTED: Old Deagan or Musser big bar vibraphones. Any Condition 219-801-0955

Vehicles

2016 FORD F56 STEPUP

VAN, RUNS GREAT AND IN GREAT CONDITION! V10 Propane fueled. Excellent delivery van or convert to a food truck. $28,000 OBO Call 773-9084704 ask for Buddy.

For Sale

MINT CHINA / TROPHY / COLLECTOR WOOD GLASS DOOR CABINET WITH BOTTOM DRAWERS MINT CONDITION PAID OVER $1000 SELL FOR $350 WOOD. DINING TABLE SITS 8 WITH HIGH BACK WOOD CHAIRS PAID OVER $1000 SELL FOR $350. ENTIRE CONTENTS OF HOME $1700. Parents estate....... Call (219) 746 2370 ..... Lansing IL

MORE GREAT DEALS!

Mattresses: twin $88, full $98, queen $138. Bunk beds, futons, day beds $178. 5 pc dinette $179. Sofa LV $495. 4 pc. bdrm $495. Lamps, rugs & more. EZ credit $7,000, 90 days same as cash. or 12mo Installment plan. Free layaway. 708-371-3737 www. factorybeddingfurniture.com

ATTENTION LANDLORDS AND TENANTS BARELY USED CARPET AND PADDING EXCELLENT QUALITY varies sizes colors and grades. Vinyl flooring excellent paint interior and exterior 708-596-0255

GE DOUBLE OVEN

STAINLESS STEEL $1100

OBO in great condition self cleaning, whilpool dish washer stainless steal$350 obo , black electric top stove top $300 obo stainless steel deep double sink $85 708-536-3228

Moving Sales

Mint China / Trophy / Collector Wood Glass Door cabinet with bottom Drawers Mint Condition paid over $1000 sell for $350 Wood. Dining Table sits 8 with High Back wood chairs paid over $1000 sell for $350. Entire contents of home $1700.

Parents estate....... Call (219) 746 2370 ..... Lansing IL

Real Estate FOR RENT 2 BEDROOMS IN EAST HAZEL CREST, $1000 A MONTH, and one-month security tenant pays utilities. 708-991-7392

I OWN A DUPLEX AT 805 MACKINAW AVE, CALUMET CITY, IL 60409. It has all the appliances, including a dish washer, a full basement. Two bedrooms, air conditioning. The rent is $1100.00 Plus deposit. You pay all utilities. I can be reached at home any time. Call 708-891-1755.

APARTMENT FOR RENT THORNTON - NEAR SHOPPING, SECOND FLOOR SPACE, new fridge new new bath and carpets call for appointment 708-462-7028

LANSING APT. FOR RENT. SECOND FLOOR, INCLUDES HEAT, WATER, & BALCONY. NO smoking or pets. Quiet Building , Seniors Welcome. Call 708-895-0628

SMALLER TWO BEDROOM HOME. South Holland. $950 plus security. Redone, appliances, large living room, quiet area, big deck with nature views. Application fee. Outside parking. 708-268-7075

HARVEY 2 Bds 2nd floor, 1 bath, A/C, Appl included, 1 month rent, 1 month security, no pets. 708-362-7887, 708-527-4477

LARGE, NEWLY DECORATED 3 BEDROOM Apt, 2 baths in Calumet City. Sec 8 welcomed. 219-2139556

SOUTH HOLLAND HOME. 1 ROOM FOR RENT, FEMALE SENIORS WELCOME. Utilities Included, Refrigerator and Microwave Included. No Section 8 or Smokers, or Pets. 708-566-1103 Call Linda.

Help Wanted

PART TIME: GENERAL LABORER Cash daily. Hammond / South Holland area. Transportation provided. Inside working conditions with one other person. Call 8-10 a.m. 708-799-2363

LICENSED CHILD CARE HOME IN HAMMOND INDIANA LOOKING FOR HELPER . 9:30 a m to 6:30 pm. Monday Through Friday, $13 hour. 219-588-1763

Health/Personals

If you or a loved one were diagnosed with OVARIAN cancer after use of TALC products such as BABY POWDER or SHOWER TO SHOWER, you may be entitled to compensation. Contact Charles H. Johnson 1-800-535-5727

Misc.

SNOW SLED FLEXIBLE FLYER III. Vintage 48” x 12”. Good Condition, Needs to be painted, $35.00 Glenwood IL, Call 708-5256061

Ethan Allen Wingback Chair - $70; 6 Feet long “Haywood-Wakefield” Bench $100; Occasional Squire 26” dark wood 2 tier table - $50. 708-481-6907

1 Maple Color Kitchen Cabinet with 1 door, 3 shelves inside. 33.5”h x 16.5”w x 18”d - $25, Black Vanity, 2 door with white sink, 33”h x 24”w, x 19”d$50; Solid Oak Medicine Cabinet with Beveled Mirror, 4 Shelves inside. 26” x 16” $30, Pedistal Sink, new - $50; Whirlpool Over the Stove Microwave - $75. Call 708-481-6907

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MLB Games! Choice Package $89.99/mo for 12 mos Stream on 20 devices at once.

HBO Max included for 3 mos (w/Choice Package or higher.) No contract or hidden fees! Some restrictions apply. Call IVS

1-866-859-0405

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3 Mobile radios no microphone or attena. Radio 40 channel trc 446, Sears road talker with side band 40 channel, Cobra 130 23 channel $100 for all. 312-799-0333

New 18 inch bar and chain for husqvarna 455 or 460 rancher, 257xp, 359. $65.00Nikon prostaff 7 2.5x10x42 . $200.00New 18 inch bars for husqvarna 445,450. $30.00 each 7172474318

Brand new catitic converter 2003 Toyota sienna se mini van never used $250 retail’s for $800. 312-799-0333

Casio One Musical Information System. excelent condition regular $200 asking $150 with stand included. 219-365-8846 leave a message if I don’t answer.