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Voters to decide Municipal Electric Aggregation The Village Board recently passed an ordinance to place a referendum question on the November 6 ballot that will ask residents whether the Village of Bensenville should participate in Municipal Electric Aggregation. Since the Illinois Legislature passed a bill in 2009 allowing municipalities to aggregate, nearly 250 communities have already voted to approve participation in a combined electricity purchase or aggregation program. Simply put, passage of the referendum authorizes the Village of Bensenville to begin an open, transparent and competitive process to negotiate rates and determine the best offer available. The village will then negotiate the purchase of the combined electric supply to reduce the electric supply rate of the electric bill. If approved, eligible residential and small business customers would be automatically moved to the selected supplier. The only noticeable difference would be a reduced bill; ComEd would continue to transmit the electricity and will still be responsible for all billing as well as repairs and outages. If the referendum passes, residents do not need to take any action in order to participate in the aggregation program and to get the negotiated electric supply price. However, residents who decide not to participate in the aggregation program will need to take action to opt-out. The exact language of the public questions is shown below. A “YES” vote supports the aggregation program and a “NO” vote opposes the program: Shall the Village of Bensenville have the authority to arrange for the supply of electricity for its residential and small commercial retail customers who have not opted out of such program?
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For questions, please contact Assistant Village Manager Dan Di Santo at 630-350-3400 or ddisanto@bensenville.il.us
The statements and opinions expressed in this newsletter do not reflect the views, opinions, thoughts or beliefs of each member organization. The member organizations are not responsible for opinions or statements made individually or by other organizations. For information, contact tryan@bsd2.org
Bensenville School District 2
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Community Expo
A Community Showcase of Services available to ALL Bensenville Residents, young and old, will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Ot. 18 at the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood Ave. Food, Refreshments & Great Raffle Prizes! For more information call 630-841-8891
Orchestra concert
The Bensenville Chamber Orchestra will perform a fall concert featuring piano at 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14 at Blackhawk Middle School Auditorium. The Chamber orchestra features professional musicians from the area who volunteer to perform with featured soloists. The concert is sponsored by the Bensenville Arts Council. Admission is free, with donations accepted.
Scarecrow Fest The First United Methodist Church, 328 S. Church Rd., Bensenville is holding a Scarecrow Festival, 10 a.m.4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 15. 2012. The community is invited to a great day of family fun, packed with great festivities.
Submit information for the newsletter If your community group or organization is planning an event or has information of value to the community residents, please submit your entry for the November/ December issue by Oct. 10 to tryan@bsd.org
In This Issue Libraries Remember...................pg 2 Heritage Day...............................pg 4 FCHS Homecoming...................pg 7 New schools open......................pg 9 Fall brush pickup.........................pg 10
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Libraries Remember September 11 On September 11, the Library will once again observe Libraries Remember, a 24-hour commemoration of the events of September 11, 2001. In addition to serving as a memorial, Libraries Remember is also a celebration of the extraordinary role public libraries play in the preservation of a free society.
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Alan Herff, President Norbert Banaszynski, Vice Pres. Mike Zalas, Treasurer Nancy Gonzales, Secretary Kim Glomp Susan Z. Diamond Nancy S. Rizzo Jill Rodriguez, Library Director
Libraries represent the sum of all human knowledge, and they represent equal access to that knowledge. Libraries represent freedom of expression, celebration of diversity, a playing field that is level, preservation of heritage and commitment to the future. There may be nothing more antithetical to terrorism, hatred, bigotry and fanaticism than the American Public Library. On September 11 each year, the Bensenville Library remains open for the entire 24-hours to conduct business as usual — the facilitation of communication, the fostering of citizenship, the promotion of understanding and the guarantee of freedom to access to information. Throughout that day, the library stands with doors open as a remarkable symbol of freedom. A special guest for this year’s Libraries Remember will be Marion Blumenthal Lazan. As a young girl during World War II, Marion and her family were confined for over six years in concentration camps. She has since devoted her life to traveling throughout the world with a message of tolerance, compassion, strength, courage and forgiveness. Marion will speak at 7:30 p.m. in the Lifelong Learning Center. Although they are free, tickets are required for this event and may be picked up at the adult reference desk. Other events scheduled for this year’s Libraries Remember include presentations by Eddy Weiss, the Director of Chasing4Life, a national disaster response team; an introduction to the 9/12 Project; and an evening memorial service in the Library’s garden.
The Library will be closed September 2 and 3 for the Labor Day holiday.
Fall Book Sale
Korthauer Log House
Ellen Hopkins
You’ll find the best bargains in town at the Library’s Fall Book Sale on Saturday, September 8, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Stop by and stock up on good reads for the Fall! The VIP (Very Important Patron) Preview Sale will be held Friday, September 7, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Admission to the VIP Preview Sale is $5 and your Bensenville Library card.
The Korthauer Log House will be open to the public from 2 to 4 p.m. on:
Join the Library on Wednesday, September 26, at 4 p.m. as we welcome author Ellen Hopkins. Ellen is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Crank, Burned, Impulse, Glass, Identical, Tricks, Fallout, and Perfect, as well as the adult novel Triangles. Multiple copies of Ellen’s books are available at the Library. A book signing and reception will follow Ellen’s presentation.
Sunday, September 16 Sunday, October 14 Now located on Wood Street between the Library and the Park District, this structure was the original home of one of Bensenville’s founding families, the Korthauers.
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Join us the first Thursday of every month for LEGO Night at the Library. Meet other LEGO fans as you compete in our hour-long LEGO building challenge. LEGO Night will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the following evenings:
Babies from 6 to 24 months and their favorite adult are invited to join Miss Bonnie on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. for stories, songs, rhymes, and play. This program begins September 10. Registration is required to attend. Tales for Tots Toddlers ages 2 and 3 years old and their favorite adult are invited to join Miss Bonnie on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. for stories, songs, rhymes, and play. This program begins September 11. Registration is required to attend. Growing Readers Children ages 4 and 5 years old are invited to join us on Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. for stories, songs, and crafts. This program begins September 13. Registration is required to attend.
September 6 and October 4 LEGO Night is a drop-in event. Twenty-five builders will be accepted on a first come, first served basis.
Film Programs
Drop-In Storytime
Family Movie Night
Join us every Friday at 10:30 a.m. for Drop-In Storytime. Come enjoy great books, stories and more.
Join the Library the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Bensenville Theatre for a showing of our favorite family films: September 4 — Mirror, Mirror October 2 — Journey 2: The Mysterious Island
Playgroups @ the Library Children between the ages of two and four-years-old are invited to join us on Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. for Play to Learn, the Library’s morning playgroup. Enjoy an hour of play during which you and your child may socialize with other parents and caregivers while working on their fine and gross motor skills. This program runs from September 12 to December 19. Registration is requested but not required to attend this program. Can’t make our weekday playgroup? Children between the ages of two and four-years-old are invited to join us every Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon for Club Play, the Library’s Saturday morning drop-in playgroup. No registration is required to attend!
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Based on the Book Join the Library the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Bensenville Theatre for a showing of our favorite films based on books: September 20 — Extremely Loud & Incredibly Close October 18 — The Ides of March Coffee, Donuts and a Movie
Budding architects are invited to join us every Saturday from 2 to 4 p.m. for Saturday Builders. We’ll have a selection of LEGO and K’NEX available for you to build your own creations. No registration is required to attend!
Halloween Spooktacular Halloween is our favorite holiday at the Library! Join us Wednesday, October 24, at 6:30 p.m. for spooky stories, creepy crafts, and tricky treats. Be sure to wear your Halloween costume so that you can trick or treat in the Library following the program. This program is open to children 10 years old and younger and their parents. Registration is required to attend this event. B e n s e n v i l l e
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White Pines Golf Club is excited to welcome Executive Chef, Rich Mancini. The arrival of Chef Rich solidifies an already strong food service team. Anchored by his commitment to quality, freshness, and culinary excellence, White Pines presents a level of dining that ranks on par with the area’s top restaurants and banquet halls.
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Alaska Trip 2013 Alaska Land & Cruise Tour (or cruise only) Informational Presentation Deer Grove, Oak Room Wednesday, Sept. 5 | 7pm Don’t miss the presentation about our Spotlight Trip to Alaska aboard the amazing Coral Princess. Take advantage of the fabulous group rates for this exciting vacation to Alaska in May, 2013.
Fischer Farm Heritage Day, Saturday, Oct. 13 Come enjoy a fun-filled day for the entire family at Fischer Farm Heritage Day on Saturday, October 13, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Fischer Farm located at 16W680 Old Grand Avenue. Heritage Day features: pony rides, face painting, kiddie rides, live entertainment, petting zoo, Civil War re-enactors and much more! A $5 wristband will get you unlimited kiddie rides and one pumpkin each per child under 12 years old while supplies last.
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Come out to the Deer Grove Leisure Center and see how we can get your whole family
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Enter the Fit Palooza Drawing for a chance to win great prizes! Including a 30 Minute Massage by Marilou*
Sponsored by
McDonald’s Bensenville - 630 N. Route 83
*Marilou Bruzzini is a Licensed Massage Therapist offering a variety of massage services at the Bensenville Park District.
Focus on Youth Fitness . . . We Make Fitness Fun! Bensenville Park District offers a variety of youth fitness classes and programs.
active and to tune in to good nutrition habits, not video games and TV snacks.
Kid’s Karate Club, Ages 4-14, Begins Sept. 10 & Oct. 22 This program is more than just kick, punch and yell! It targets many building blocks for children; self-esteem, self-confidence and leadership.
Strength Training for Teens, Ages 12-16, Begins Sept. 10 & Oct. 22 A certified instructor will teach the proper use of the fitness center strength training and cardiovascular equipment. Teens will be challenged according to their individual ability. Proper nutrition is also taught.
Hip Hop, Ages 5-6, 7-10, 11-13, Begins Sept. 11 Kids get a great workout while having fun learning some of today’s dance steps. Yoga for Kids, Ages 8-13, Begins Sept. 6 & Oct. 25 Yoga for Kids teaches children about their bodies and self-control. It will also stimulate strength, flexibility, and coordination. Ford’s Fit 4 Kids, Ages 9-11, Begins Sept. 10 & Oct. 22 Your child will enjoy fun and energetic sessions of exercises design just for kids. They will also be encouraged to keep B e n s e n v i l l e
2013 Youth Basketball League Grades K, 1 & 2, 3 & 4, 5 & 6, 7 & 8 Registration begins October 8, 2012. The 2013 Youth Basketball League is accessible to boys and girls, kindergarten to 8th grade. Youth sports leagues are offered seasonally. For more information regarding athletic programs at Bensenville Park District contact Kyle Madeja at 630.766.7015.
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Calendar Reminders Monday, September 3 No School Friday, September 7 12:12 p.m. Dismissal
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Alumni Wall of Fame: Call for Nominations Fenton Community High School District 100 is currently accepting nominations for inductees into the Alumni Wall of Fame. Established in 1996 by the District 100 Board of Education, the Alumni Wall of Fame honors the achievements and contributions of Fenton’s distinguished alumni. To date, 34 Fenton and Bensenville Community High School graduates have been inducted into the Alumni Wall of Fame. The criteria to be nominated includes graduating from Fenton prior to the 2002-2003 school year or from Bensenville Community High School, demonstrating a high level of achievement in his/her field and exhibiting outstanding leadership, character and service in his/her profession or community. Nominations forms can be found at www.fenton100.org. For more information, contact Teri Wood, FCHS Director of Community Relations, at 630-860-8621 or wood@fenton100.org. The deadline to submit a nomination is October 31, 2012. Individuals selected for the Alumni Wall of Fame will be honored in the spring of 2013.
Bensenville Wood Dale Relay for Life Recap On Friday, June 1, Fenton Community High School hosted the seventh annual Bensenville Wood Dale Relay for Life. This year’s theme, Mission Possible, brought students, FCHS staff and community members together to raise awareness and funds for the American Cancer Society. Since its inception in 2006, the Bensenville Wood Dale Relay for Life has raised over $340,000. Pictured below are the participants from the Survivor’s Walk. Donations are still being accepted. To donate, visit www.relayforlife.org.
Thursday, October 18 No School Parent Teacher Conferences 12:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Friday, October 19 12:12 p.m. Dismissal The District 100 Board of Education will hold regular business meetings on Monday, September 24 and Monday October 22. District 100 meetings are held at 7 p.m. in the board room at Fenton Community High School. Parents and community members are invited to attend.
Cancer survivors walk a lap in the June 1 Relay for Life at Fenton Community High School. Over $340,000 has been raised since the event started in 2006.
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On October 11 - 13, the FCHS Drama Department will present, “Almost, Maine” a play by John Cariani. The play is set in the fictitious town of Almost, Maine where the residents fall in and out of love in a heartfelt and comic sort of way.
Monday, October 1 6 on 6 Football Tuesday, October 2 Paint the Town Orange and Blue (see details below) 3:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Performances will be held each evening at 7:30 p.m. in the LewisHuffman Auditorium at Fenton. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased at the door.
For a complete list of athletic events, please visit
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An exclusive performance of “Almost Maine” will be held for senior citizens of Bensenville and Wood Dale on Saturday, October 13 at 1 p.m. There is no admission charge and light refreshments will be served during intermission. Reservations can be made by calling 630-860-8620 from September 24 through September 28. Please leave a voice mail with your name, phone number, and the number of people in your party.
Band and Choir Travel to Florida The FCHS Band and Choir are preparing for a trip to Disney World in Florida over the Thanksgiving holiday. Both groups submitted applications along with audition tapes to be selected for this once in a lifetime opportunity. The band will be part of the Thanksgiving Parade of Bands and the choir will be part of the Candlelight Processional. Fundraising is a very important part of preparing for this trip and plans are underway for several fundraisers this fall. Interested community members are encouraged to visit the music department webpage at www.fenton100.org/MusicWeb/index. html for more information. The FCHS band is under the direction of Garett George and the choir is under the direction of Seredy Williams. B e n s e n v i l l e
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Board of Education
Patty Reyes, President Kathie Bossier, Vice Pres. Jorge Sanchez, Treasurer Nancy Quinn, Secretary Bob Laudadio Rev. Luis F. Reyes Cindee Hazen Dr. James E. Stelter, Superintendent
Directory of Schools Blackhawk Middle School 630-766-2601 Perry Finch, Principal Sarah Humboldt, Assoc. Principal Tarah Fowler, Asst. Principal
W. A. Johnson School 630-766-2605
The start of the 2012-13 school year is the beginning of a new era in District 2, as the additions at Johnson and Tioga School open for students.
Community Open House
Johnson School construction will be completed later this fall when the renovation of the existing school is complete. At that time, Mohawk School students and staff will move and that school will be closed.
Johnson School 10 a.m. to noon Saturday Sept. 29
The addition at Tioga School, referred to as Tioga East, houses kindergarten and 1st grade on the ground floor and 4th and 5th grade on the second floor. Students in 2nd and 3rd grade are housed in the original Tioga, referred to as Tioga West. All students will use the new gym, innovation/computer lab and learning center. Longtime resident Barb Wanzung was involved in numerous referendums through the years as a parent and 20year village trustee. “It’s so wonderful. This is the future,” Wanzung said as she toured Tioga School with the library staff. A community open house, allowing residents to tour the new buildings, will
Tioga School 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 22
Chippewa School Surplus Sale Saturday, Sept. 22 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chippewa Gymnasium Surplus chairs, desks, book cases, classroom items Cash and Carry
be held in September. Formal building dedications and celebrations are being planned for the spring at Johnson School when the construction project for the entire school is complete. Tioga will not be officially completed for about two years when the second phase is complete. The second phase will include a classroom wing, a cafeteria and community room.
Madelyn Di Rienzo-Devers, Principal Bob Ballenger, Interim Admin. Joanne Hall, Interim Admin.
Mohawk School 630-766-2604 Madelyn Di Rienzo-Devers, Principal Bob Ballenger, Interim Admin. Joanne Hall, Interim Admin.
Tioga School 630-766-2602 Nicole Robinson, Principal David Rojas, Principal
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Volunteers build ‘dream’ playground with Foresters A dream is now a reality for children in Bensenville as their drawings were turned into a new playground on Aug. 4. In less than eight hours, the play space was built at W.A. Johnson School with the help of more than 200 volunteers from ForestersTM, Bensenville School District 2 and nonprofit KaBOOM! organization. The new playground will serve children and their families in the community for years to come. “Foresters believes in providing opportunities for families to spend quality time together,” said Kasia Czarski, Foresters Senior Vice President, Chief Membership and Marketing Officer. “A playground is an important piece for the revitalization of a community. Not only does it provide a first step towards keeping children healthy, but it’s a safe, central location for the entire neighborhood to get together.”
many parents and residents volunteering and so many local businesses also stepping up to assist in providing supplies and support for the volunteers,” said Superintendent Dr. James Stelter. “We were thrilled to be accepted for a KaBOOM! Project and now the entire community can enjoy the benefits of this special playground.” The playground will be open to the community when the renovation of Johnson School is complete in the fall. During the school day, Johnson School students are using the playground. To see a slide show of the community effort, visits District 2’s Facebook page.
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President Frank Soto
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Morris Bartlett Robert Jarecki Martin O’Connell Oronzo Peconio JoEllen Ridder Henry Wesseler
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Donate a HolidayTree It is never too early to start planning for the holidays. We are planning a great holiday season for Bensenville children of all ages. You can be a BIG part of these festivities by donating a tree to be used in Town Center. If your tree is chosen, your family or business will be recognized at the event, you will participate in the tree lighting ceremony Sunday, Nov. 18 and you will be given a brick in the ‘Walk of History’ to thank you for your contribution. Please call 630766-8888.
Unbundled brush and branches will be collected from single-family residences four times this year by Village Staff. For collection, brush must be placed at the curb for collection no later than 6 a.m. on Monday of the scheduled removal in neat, manageable piles. Place the cut ends of brush and branches facing the street. Individual branches must not exceed six inches in diameter or ten feet in length. Please do not bundle brush and branches. Root balls cannot be collected. To discard root balls, place small ones inside of the trash container and larger ones next to the container. You may place brush on the parkway for collection beginning the Friday before the scheduled collection week. Please note that each street will receive a single collection during a scheduled week and that placing brush or branches out after the deadline can result in a citation and no service. The current brush collection program has been increased in 2012 to four pickups: • Early Fall Collection begins the week of September 4, 2012 • Late Fall Collection begins the week of November 5, 2012 Please contact the Public Works Department at 630-350-3435 with questions.
Teen Center Offers Homework Help, Free Meals A variety of free meal initiatives are available to students throughout Bensenville this upcoming school year. In addition to free/reduced meals available through the school districts, the Green Teen Zone at 302 W. Green St. offers free drop-in meals after school for anyone under the age of 18, no registration required! The Green Teen Zone also provides an excellent opportunity for students in 4th – 8th grade to have a place to work on homework and receive both a snack and dinner, along with homework help and free transportation from Blackhawk Middle School to the center after school. During the school year, the Green Teen Zone is open from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday – Friday; and on Thursdays opens at 2 p.m.. Please contact the Green Teen Zone at 630-6941809 for more information.
Chicago Steel Hockey Schedule Date
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Saturday, Sept. 29 Chicago Steel
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Friday, Oct. 5
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Muskegon Lumberjacks
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Saturday, Oct. 6
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Saturday, Oct. 20
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Community online calendar www.calendarwiz.com/bensenvillecalendar
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Drop In Storytime, 10:30am BCPL FCHS 12:12 Dismissal Day School Improvement Day VIP Book Sale, 6-7:30pm, BCPL
Friday
Drop In Storytime, Linkedin Wkshp, 10am 10:30am BCPL BCPL Growing Rdrs, 10:30am BCPL Lunch Bunch/Bingo, noon DGLC FitPalooza 6-8pm at DGLC Based on Book, 7pm BV Thtr
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Facebook Wkshp 10am BCPL Growing Readers 10:30 am BCPL
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Linkedin Wkshp 10 am BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30 pm BCPL Book Disc, 7pm BCPL
Celebrating their 175th anniversary, First United Methodist Church, 328 S. Church Road 6:30pm 8:30pm Saturday, September 29, 2012. Featuring Rock Classique, playing hits from the ‘50s to present.
175 Years and We Still Rock Concert!
Wednesday
September 2012
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Movie and Donuts, 9am BCPL Club Play, 10 am BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL 175th anniversary Rock Concert, 6:30pm Methodist Church
22 Chippewa School Surplus Sale & Tioga School Community Open House 9am-noon Club Play,10 am BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL
15 Club Play, 10am BCPL Scarecrow Festival, 10am4pm Methodist Church Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL
VIP Book Sale, 6-7:30pm BCPL
DGLC Fitness Center closed until Sept. 11
Saturday
FCHS Fall Choral Concert 3 pm
Log House Open, 2-4pm BCPL Bensenville Chamber Orchestra, 3:30p, BMS
Sunday
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Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL
BPD Fitness Class Free Week through Oct. 27 Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL Writers Group, 7pm BCPL Dist 100 Bd of Ed Mtg 7pm
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Books & Babies,10:30am BCPL Library Board, 7:30pm BCPL
No School Columbus Day Books & Babies 10:30am BCPL CDC Mtg 6:30pm VH Writers Group, 7pm BCPL
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7
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Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Quilters, 7pm BCPL
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Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Village Bd of Trustees Mtg 6:30pm VH Village Comm Mtgs 7pm VH
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Tales for Tots,10:30 am BCPL Quilters, 7pm BCPL Village Comm Mtgs 6pm VH
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Tales for Tots, 10:30am BCPL Village Bd of Trustees Mtg 6:30pm VH Village Comm Mtgs 7pm VH
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Tales for Tots,10:30am BCPL Senior Citizen Luncheon 11am Monty’s FCHS Paint the Town 3:30 – 7:30pm Family Movie, 7pm BV Theater Quilters, 7 pm BCPL
FCHS Homecoming Week Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL Red Hat Ladies Mtg, 6:15pm DGLC Lit Chicks, 7pm BCPL
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Tuesday
Monday
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Play to Learn,10:30am BCPL
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Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL Halloween Spook, 6:30pm BCPL
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Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL BPD Board Meeting 6pm DGLC BSD2 Board, 7pm LLC
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Play to Learn,10:30am BCPL FCHS Music Booster Mtg 7 pm
Play to Learn,10:30am BCPL BPD Board Meeting 6pm DGLC BSD2 Committee, 6:30pm FCHS Bison Booster Mtg 7pm
Wednesday
Thursday
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26 Drop In Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Monster Mash Teen Dance 6:30-8:30pm DGLC
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BSD2 No School-Parent/ Teacher Conferences Drop In Storytime, 10:30am BCPL FCHS 12:12 Dismissal School Improvement Day
Drop In Storytime, 10:30 BCPL FCHS Fall Play 7:30
DropIn Story, 10:30am BCPL FCHS Homecoming Pep Assembly 12:30pm FCHS Homecoming Parade 2pm FHS Homecoming Football vs. Glenbard South: 5pm Soph & 7:30 pm Varsity
Friday
New Community online calendar www.calendarwiz.com/
Kiwanis Club meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Mama Maria’s.
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Movie and Donuts, 9am BCPL Parent & Child Pumpkin Carving 11am at DGLC Club Play, 10 am BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL
Club Play, 10 am BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL
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13 Fischer Farm Heritage Day 11am-3pm at Fischer Farm Club Play, 10 am BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL FCHS Fall Play 7:30
Club Play,10am BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL
Saturday
Rotary Club meets at 12:15 p.m. every Tuesday at Two Chefs.
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Growing Readers, 10:30 am BCPL Facebook Wksp, 7pm BCPL 7PM Kiwanis Club, Bella Vista
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FCHS No School ParentTeacher Conferences LinkedIn Wkshp, 10am BCPL Growing Rdrs, 10:30 am BCPL Lunch Bunch/Bingo noon DGLC Bville CARES 4-7pm DGLC
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Growing Readers,10:30 am BCPL Facebook Wksp, 10am BCPL Garden Club Mtg, noon BCPL Customer Appreciation Golf Outing 11am at White Pines Oktoberfest 5pm at White Pines FCHS Fall Play 7:30
LinkedIn Wkshp, 10am BCPL Growing Readers,10:30 am BCPL Book Discussion, 7pm BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm BCPL FCHS Powder Puff Football 6pm/7pm
October 2012