Neighbor 2 Neighbor

JANICE MINTON-KUTZ

EAST SIDE LITTLE LEAGUE SEASON OPENER:

The popular Little League Opener on Saturday April 22, 2023 offered grey skies but rosy attitudes on the part of both players and parents, not to mention coaches and staff. Pictured here are representatives from the Southeast Suide Viet Nam Veterans, Tony Rebeles, Secretary, Omar Medellin, historian and Larry Kutz,President. The rain and hail held off long enough for the boys and girls to get their games in and enjoy a hot dog meal at the end of play. The games conclude in Mid-June with Playoffs.

HESSVILLE HEROES MAKE OUR CARS SHINE LIKE GLASS: The gentlemen pictured here all work for H and R Detail Center, 7104 Kennedy, in Hessville, Indiana. They are experts in making our cars look like new! From left-Mr. Noel’’ Z, West, Gary and Kurt stand alongside my 2022 VW TAOS which has just been detailed to the nth degree! In just a few hours they can take a car from zero to 150- shine wise! Very professional too! Call them at 219-845-2725.

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EAST SIDE LITTLE LEAGUE BESTOWS AWARDS

ON OPENING DAY: Despite Saturday April 22, 2023 being cold and snowy (sleet) the atmosphere was electric at the field on the East Side. Pictured here in the center is outgoing Chicago Alderwoman Sue Sadlowski Garza receiving an award from the Little League officials, Bill Kress, coordinator at left, Ed Ramirez, President and Manny Romero Team Registrar. Sadlowski Garza was honored for her support of the teams of the almost 50-year-old organization. Kress was likewise given an award for his 40 years with the ESLL. Kress, also praised Cathy Babich, (not pictured) his significant other, who has helped him with the league responsibilities’ from the start. Kress, himself, is stepping down from day to day activity, but will continue in an advisory capacity, The League continues until July 2023 will and conclude with the All Star Playoffs. For more information on the East Side Little League, call Manny Romero-312-320-1333.

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BILL KRESS IS PRESENTED WITH AN AWARD FOR IS 40 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH THE ESLL: On behalf of the whole league, Bill Kress is presented an award for his years of service by Manny Romero, League Registrar. Kress and Romero are surrounded by the parents/ officers/volunteers who comprise the East Side Little League. ***

TWO LOVELY YOUNG LADIES ENJOY THEIR JUNIOR PROM: Pictured here are cousins, Jennifer Danielle Minton at right and Stephanie Ducat at left. Both are Juniors at TULLAHOMA HIGH SCHOOL

JUNIOR PROM 2023. The girls have their hearts set on college but none have been decided upon as yet. For right now Stephanie and Jennifer are just enjoying their junior year, keeping up with their grades and making their families’ proud! ***

HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY TO KEN WATSONDEVINE—The Watson Devine family of Calumet City is pictured here in anticipation of Big Ken’s 40th Birthday in May 2023! Ken is in back with Nikki holding Chole and Alaina next to Rayne! More on Ken’s birthday festivities to come!

FAMILY AND FRIENDS BID A FOND FAREWELL TO DOLLY POPE: Dolly was a longtime Hegewisch resident. She and her late husband Bill raised their family in the tiny farthest south neighborhood in Chicago. Dolly and her husband were blessed with six children but lost son Bill some time ago. Her remaining children, Debbie, Susie, Joe, Jim and John, eight grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren were her source of joy and happiness as her years grew to a close. Dolly was a bright, happy person who had a smile for everyone she knew-and she knew no strangers. May Dolly Glaser Pope Rest In Peace! She will be Missed by all who knew and loved her!

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NATURE PHOTO BOOK PRESENTATION AT SAND RIDGE NATURE CENTER MAY 5th, 7PM: Highland, IN graphic designer/photographer Alex Ross is invited to share the story of the culmination of his first book. This locally-focused coffee table book, “Between Home and the Highland Rookery,” features more than 100 species of birds, as well as other wildlife from some of the Calumet Region’s hot spots, focusing on the Cline Avenue marsh. The self-published 175+ page book will be available for purchase for $50 at the event.

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

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Spring Has Sprung

Spring fever is a real syndrome. When the temperature rises during the warm spell after a long winter, there is a dilation of the blood vessels so blood can be carried to the body surface where heat can be lost quickly. People experience an energetic feeling when this happen. The first day of spring is called the vernal equinox. What does that stand for you ask? ‘Vernal’ is Latin for spring while ‘equinox’ is Latin for ‘equal night’.