Community Newsletter November/December 2022

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Holidays in Bensenville!

HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST

Nomination period now through December 9, 2022

Nominate your home by emailing the property address, name, email, phone number, and pictures to holidaycontest@bensenville.il.us. Submitted properties will be posted to the Village’s Facebook page.

HOLIDAY CAR PARADE WITH THE ARRIVAL OF SANTA AND CONTEST

Sunday | November 20 | 4:45 PM

Begins at Tioga School continuing down Center Street and ending at Town Center. Register by visiting the Village website.

HOLIDAY MAGIC AND TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY Sunday | November 20

DOWNTOWN BENSENVILLE Santa Arrives 4:45 – 7 PM | Tree Lighting 7 PM

ADOPT A SNOWMAN

November 23 – December 3

Decorate your very own 4-foot snowman from November 23 to December 3 and it will remain at Fischer Farm all December long for everyone to enjoy. Register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

LETTERS TO (AND FROM) SANTA!

November 28 – December 16 | AT THE LIBRARY

We have a mailbox that goes straight to the North Pole, so drop off your letters to Santa Claus. And if you wish, leave a return address and Santa will write you back!

LETTERS TO SANTA December 1 – 15

Are you asking Santa for a special Christmas gift? Write your letter to Santa and drop it off at the Park District’s North Pole mailbox in the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood Street, Bensenville, by Thursday, December 15!

FARMSIDE CHRISTMAS & TREE LIGHTING Sunday | December 4

Come to Fischer Farm and enjoy ice sculptures and holiday crafts before warming up around a bonfire with hot chocolate and treats. Don’t miss the tree lighting at 4:30 pm. $5 at gate for children ages 3 – 15.

ELF ON THE SHELF AT THE LIBRARY December 5 – 23

Our Elf is hiding in the Youth Services Department at the Library! Stop by and see if you can find her and get a little treat and a raffle ticket for a grand prize!

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN December 5 – 9

Santa will be making personal house visits across Bensenville this holiday season. Catch him as he parades through the town in a lighted mobile workshop! Sign up now at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

HOLIDAY FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT AND CRAFT

Tuesday | December 6 | 6:30 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

Join the Library for a special showing of “Piney: the Lonesome Pine”. Stay to create a cute Christmas tree craft and enjoy a special treat to top off the evening.

CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD

Tuesday | December 6 | 7 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

Join historian Tim Wilsey at the Library as he takes us on a trip to look at how other countries from around the world celebrate Christmas.

HOLLY-DAY FUN! STORYTIME

Wednesdays | 10:30 AM | December 7-21

AGES 0-5 years old

Join Ms. Diane at the Library for a fun holiday-themed program of stories, rhymes, and a craft. It should be a good helping of holiday cheer for our youngest little readers.

HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE WITH SANTA!

Friday | December 9 | 5 – 7 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

Join the Library staff as we enjoy holiday treats by the fireplace and a live music performance by Andrew Bossov to get in the holiday spirit. Children can make a holiday craft and even visit with Santa!

HOLIDAY CARD MAKING PARTY

Wednesday | December 14 | 6:30 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

Join the Library for a night of fun card decorating with the whole family! All materials will be provided.

This virtual presentation offers a box full of classic seasonal sounds from the “Golden Age” of radio, designed to spur the

SENIOR HOLIDAY PARTY

Friday | December 16 | 10 AM – 1 PM

MONTY’S ELEGANT BANQUETS

Registration is required by purchasing tickets at the Village Hall Finance Counter November 7 – December 8. Tickets are $20 for incorporated Bensenville residents and $40 for non-residents. Tickets will not be sold at the door.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT WHITE PINES

Saturday, December 17 | Sunday, December 18 10 AM – 1 PM

Enjoy a holiday breakfast buffet with Santa Claus. Children are able to visit and have a photo taken with Santa and join in holiday craft activities. Reservations are required at 630.766.0304 ext. 2.

HOLIDAY ICE SHOW

Sunday | December 18 | 12:30 PM

EDGE ICE ARENA

$10 general admission and open to the public. Includes Skate with Santa after the show ($3.00 skate rental additional).

CHRISTMAS COOKIE BAKE-OFF

Monday | December 19

All competitors should bake two dozen cookies. 21+ Register by December 12 at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC AT THE PARAMOUNT

Wednesday | December 21

Experience “The Sound of Music” for the first time or all over again at Paramount Theater. Register by December 1 at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

IN THIS ISSUE

Bensenville Community Public Library p 2-3

Fenton Community High School p 4-6 Village of Bensenville p 7-9

Bensenville Park District p 10-11 Elementary School District 2 p 12-13 Fire Department p 14 Community Calendar p 15-16

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 sparkison@benlib. org. Deadline for January/February 2023 is November 22, 2022.

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Board of Trustees

Linda Weiss | President Tina Lux | Vice President Susan Earley | Treasurer

Mandi Zalewski | Secretary Dr. Consuelo Cabral-Marquez Dr. Ciuinal Lewis

Kathleen “Kathy” Quinn Chris Sloan | Library Director

LIBRARY CLOSINGS

Saturday, December 24 | Christmas Eve

Sunday, December 25 | Christmas Day Saturday, December 31 | New Year’s Eve Sunday, January 1, 2023 | New Year’s Day

FAMILY READING NIGHT

On November 17th, join families across Illinois for the 31st annual Family Reading Night. Set aside this evening to stay home or visit the library and read together. Reading together helps build family bonds, while reinforcing the importance of building literacy skills in children of all ages.

BENSENVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY

ANIMAL CROSSING PARTY

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9 AT 6:30 P.M. | AT THE LIBRARY | GRADES: 3RD - 8TH

Bring your Nintendo Switch to the Library and visit our island, LibLand, for some fun open play. Collect fruit, flowers, and swap DIY recipes to add to your own island! Registration is required. Space is limited! Registration closes November 7 at 9:00 pm. Please note that participants MUST bring their own Nintendo Switch in order to participate.

SAL CAMACHO: OUR INDIGENOUS LAND

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 | 2 PM | AT THE LIBRARY AGES | 12+, ADULTS WELCOME

In honor of Indigenous Peoples Month, the Bensenville Community Public Library welcomes Native historian, Sal Redhawk, as he shares the history, culture, and lives of the original Native Americans local to the Chicagoland area. Sal Redhawk is a lifelong resident of Illinois, and is descended of the Zapatecan and Chichimecan. He continues his education by learning from the elders at White Earth Ojibwa and Mille Lacs Ojibwa Reservations in Minnesota as well as a Potowatomi elder in Wisconsin. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first serve basis. Please note that due to the fragile items and sensitive material in this lecture, children under the ages of 12 are not permitted.

RELAXING WATERCOLOR PRACTICE

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 | 7 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

Join us as we welcome artist Audrey Ra to the Library for an interactive, instructor-led class on how to slow down and relax with simple watercolor techniques. While practicing mindfulness, we will create a watercolor painting and Audrey will break down the art of watercoloring into manageable steps. All materials will be provided. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. Doors to this class will open at 6:45 p.m. Participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and seats cannot be held.

COLLEEN MOORE’S FAIRY CASTLE TOUR

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 | 7 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

Curator Margaret Schlesinger draws on her 15 years at the Museum of Science and Industry (MSI) as a curator and details how she managed the cleaning, updating, and showcasing of Colleen Moore’s Fairy Castle. This elaborate house full of hand-crafted miniatures and artifacts was completed by silent film star Colleen Moore in 1935, and came to live at MSI in 1949. The Fairy Castle has delighted generations with its tiny treasures and imaginative presentation, representing the contributions of celebrities, artisans and craftspeople around the world. Margaret will take attendees on a 5-inch tall tour with many beautiful images and insider details. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first served basis.

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1776: LIFE IN HAMILTON’S ARTILLERY UNIT

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15 | 7 PM | AT THE LIBRARY

What did the Continental Soldier wear? Retired teacher Jack Tison presents authentic clothing worn by soldiers in Captain Alexander Hamilton’s Artillery Unit and will share stories about the accouterments that accompanied the uniform. Spend an evening at the library to see this live historical storytelling. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

CUENTOS EN ESPAÑOL

THURSDAYS AT 6:30 PM | DECEMBER 1 & DECEMBER 22 | AT THE LIBRARY | AGES 0-6

Want to encourage early literacy in Spanish? Join us as we read our favorite books, do fun rhymes, and sing silly songs all in Spanish. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

WINTER BREAK READING CHALLENGE FOR KIDS

DECEMBER 19 – JANUARY 15

Cozy up with a good book and keep your brain strong over the winter break. Stop by the library and pick up a BINGO card, complete the activities and win a prize.

Special Saturdays

Registration is not required to attend, but space and materials are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

TERRIFIC TURKEYS

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12 | AT THE LIBRARY | ALL AGES

Poor turkey didn’t get to be the national bird but we’re celebrating him anyway. Join us to make some fun turkey crafts and watch a fun turkey video too! Gobble, gobble!

EXTRA CUTE ELVES

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 17 | ALL DAY | AT THE LIBRARY | ALL AGES Oh no! The elves are loose in the library. Drop by to catch a few and make some really cute elf crafts while you are here.

STEM FOR TWEENS

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14 | 4 PM | AT THE LIBRARY | AGES: 10 YEARS OLD AND UP

Looking to learn a fun new science experiment that you can later make at home? Come to the library as we teach you how to make creative STEM experiments in a fun hands-on setting! Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

NALES ’ NIKI AND COFFEE

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17 | 6:30 PM | AT THE LIBRARY | AGES: 5 YEARS OLD AND UP; ADULTS WELCOME!

It’s cold outside… Get toasty and warm with some nales´niki and coffee with us! Nales´niki (nah-lesh-NEEkee) are thin crepe-like pancakes filled with various fruit or sweet fillings. A selection of various flavors and toppings will be available and non-caffeinated beverages will be served as well. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

BILINGUAL FAMILY NIGHT Sugar Skull Decorating

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 6:30 PM | ALL AGES

Join us and learn about Día de Los Muertos and decorate your own sugar skull.Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

DIY Button Snowman

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10 7 PM | LIVE ON ZOOM

Create a frosty friend for an ornament, card embellishment or package trim!

Registration for our virtual craft programs is required through our online calendar or by phone; space is limited and available to BCPL cardholders only.

FAMILY ART NIGHT: Christmas Countdown Paper Chain and Christmas Tree Craft

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29 | 6:30 PM | AT THE LIBRARY | AGES: 3 TO 11 YEARS OLD

Are you ready to get in the holiday spirit? We are making a cute Santa paper chain to countdown to Christmas and an adorable Christmas tree from a paper plate. Ho, ho, ho… It should be lots of fun!

Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited and available on a firstcome, first-served basis.

ANYTIME CRAFT KITS

Like crafting, but too busy to attend a program? Stop by the library to pick up an Anytime Craft Kit! Anytime Craft Kits are available all month long beginning the first Saturday of the month, while supplies last. Each kit includes the materials to create the project, plus step-by-step instructions. Anytime Craft Kits are for adults only on a first-come, first served basis. One craft per adult, please! Sorry, we are unable to hold crafts.

String Christmas Trees

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3

Add some holiday cheer to your table or shelf with these mini string Christmas trees. Recycled CD Coasters

SATURDAY, JANUARY 7

Need some coasters for your mug of tea? Upcycle some CDs or DVDs into a cute set of coasters to protect your table.

FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | District 100 1000 West Green Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 2500 www.fenton100.org

Mission Statement

Cultivate successful, passionate, empowered learners through rigor, relevance and relationships.

Board of Education

Kit Tingpalpong | President

Juliet Rago | Vice President

Leonel Figueroa | Secretary Sylvia Hayde Patty Jalowiec Cary Lewis John Radzinski Administration James Ongtengco | Superintendent Sam Bentsen | Principal Jose Jaramillo | Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Operations

Bruce Martin | Chief School Business Officer Jim Batson | Director of Technology Rick Kambic | Director of Communications and Community Engagement

Michelle Papanicolaou | Director of Postsecondary Pathways/Division Leader Kate Ward

Director of Learning/Division Leader Todd Becker Director of Athletics/Division Leader Mike Berago Director of Equity/Division Leader Eric Koranda

Assistant Principal/Division Leader

Julia Bray | Assistant Principal/Division Leader

Lorenzo Rubio | Division Leader

Pedro Castro | Dean of Students

Jason Madl | Dean of Students

Thomas Kobel | Director of Building, Grounds and Transportation

FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

DEAR FENTON FAMILIES AND VALUED COMMUNITY PARTNERS,

Please make a plan to vote this November 8. The ballot is full of very important topics, including a Fenton High School building referendum.

We work hard to instill a sense of civic responsibility in our students, and voting is definitely a critical function of a community. We should all make the time to vote! It leads to progress and develops a picture of our joint priorities.

A $99 million community-driven plan to renovate, modernize, and expand Fenton High School will address critical deficiencies in our 1950s school building and the surrounding campus. It would allow us to transform our educational programs to better compete with others in DuPage County.

You can learn more in the sections below, and the pages that follow. You can find the most information on our website fenton100.org/referendum.

Vote!

You can early vote up until Monday, November 7 at:

• Bensenville Police Station (345 E. Green Street, Bensenville)

• Addison Township Office (401 N. Addison Road, Addison)

• Itasca Park District Water Park (100 N. Catalpa Street, Itasca)

On Election Day, Tuesday November 8, you can vote at any polling place in DuPage County. They now have the technology to get your ballot anywhere. That means you can stop somewhere more convenient on your way home or during your lunch break.

Who Benefits?

All of us! If approved, construction would take three years, and current students would see some level of improvement over that time. Our young families at Tioga, Johnson, Blackhawk, Oakbrook, Westview, and Wood Dale Junior High would see the biggest upside to having state of the art learning spaces at Fenton.

Investing in schools adds value to the entire community, and infuses a stronger work force into the economy. Good schools keep our neighborhoods healthy and full of prospering, respectful, and ambitious children. That in-turn leads to a strong housing market.

Financials

Proceeds from the referendum can only be used for building improvements. Fenton is legally bound to the words and descriptions you will see on your ballot.

Fenton has the lowest bond and interest fund tax rate among high school districts in DuPage County. What does that mean? It means all the schools around us have completed construction upgrades, but our debt is lowest because we haven’t had a building referendum since 1975.

BUILDING REFERENDUM

NOVEMBER 2022

Our Fenton High School District 100 community works together to ensure all our students become successful, passionate learners, but there’s one significant obstacle we just can’t overcome: the lack of space in our aging school building. We make do with what we have in our 1950s building, but our second-rate facilities are keeping our students from reaching their full potential.

Our infrastructure has been extended well beyond its useful life. Mechanical systems, plumbing, and electrical systems need to be addressed to keep the building safe and healthy. Our classrooms and learning areas are small and outdated. Our security system needs improvements. Flooding at building entries continues to be problematic. Fenton’s athletic, music facilities and auditorium are sub-par and old.

Our kids deserve better. We developed this plan together. Then the community asked us to reduce the cost even further. We listened, and reduced it by over $30 million.

The $99 million community-driven plan to renovate, modernize, and expand Fenton High School will appear on our November 8 ballots as a referendum. If the referendum is successful, we will be able to:

• Renovate Our School to Make it Safer for Students and Teachers

• Improve Our Programming and Career Learning Spaces

• Modernize Our Classrooms for 21st Century Learning

With improved and safer facilities, our students will perform better.

They’ll reach their full potential through blended learning, STEM, extracurriculars, and sports. They’ll have more opportunities to follow their passion, graduating healthier, more well-rounded, and ready for high-wage careers.

BUILDING REFERENDUM

NOVEMBER 2022

Our kids deserve the same opportunities provided by other districts in DuPage County. This plan we developed together will provide safer, 21st century learning spaces for all our students.

Renovate Our School to Make it Safer for Students and Teachers

The referendum will create an even safer and more secure environment through updated security systems, door and window monitoring, electronic door locks, and a storm shelter. We will also be able to address life safety and infrastructure needs such as mechanical systems, air flow, plumbing, bathrooms, sprinklers, electrical, emergency power, networking & cabling, corridors, asbestos abatement, drainage, stormwater

Improve Our Programming and Career Learning Spaces

We will improve our programming and career learning spaces so each and every student continues to have the opportunity to succeed in anything they choose. We’ll provide increased opportunities for students through optimized and dedicated spaces for STEM, applied tech, culinary, construction, health sciences, bio med, special education, and life skills programming.

Modernize Our Classrooms for 21st Century Learning

Modernized and expanded classrooms will give students 21st century learning spaces with modern features to effectively implement current and future curriculum, facilitate collaboration, and allow for more individual and small group instruction. Additional and larger classrooms will provide space for more engaging student activities, and more movement for student health.

Village Manager Evan K. Summers

VILLAGE

used coats will be accepted to help families right here in Bensenville! For additional information, visit bensenville.il.us or call 630.766.8200.

COMMUNITY STARS

Due to tree shortages, the Village is unable to provide mini holiday trees in downtown Bensenville this year. As an alternative, Community Stars will be available for residents and community organizations to decorate which will be displayed in Town Center this holiday season. Community Stars can be reserved by visiting the Village Hall Finance Counter during regular hours of operation. There is no charge to reserve a star. The final day to submit a star request is Friday, November 11th.

CP RAIL HOLIDAY TRAIN RETURNS IN PERSON

Friday | December 2

The Canadian Pacific Railroad Holiday Train is coming back to Bensenville! This event serves as a way to raise awareness of local hunger issues in the United States and Canada. The event features live musical entertainment, refreshments, and a check presentation to our local food pantry.

Festivities will take place at the corner of S. York Road and Railroad Avenue on Friday, December 2nd beginning at 7:00pm. This is a free event, but attendees are encouraged to bring nonperishable food items to benefit the Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry. Limited parking will be available around the downtown area.

For additional information, please visit: cpr.ca/en/community/holiday-train.

Christmas Tree and Holiday Trash Pick Up

Holiday tree collection will occur the same day as your regularly scheduled garbage service. Please remember to remove all lights, ornaments, tinsel, and trimmings from branches. Cut tree in half if it is over 10 feet in height. Residents are also asked not to leave stands on the tree.

Please visit republicservices.com or call 708.345.7050 for additional information.

With Christmas falling on a Sunday this year, your collection will be delayed one day.

Holiday | Christmas Day Normal Service Date

Wednesday | December 28, 2022 Holiday Service Date Thursday | December 29, 2022

Holiday Light Recycling Program

The Village has partnered with Elgin Recycling to offer holiday light recycling free of charge. Drop off any type of holiday lights at Village Hall or the Public Works Department during regular hours of operation until the end of February. All types of holiday string lights are accepted, working or not. Please see the Village website for more information.

Annual Holiday Ice Show

Sunday | December 18 | 12:30 pm

EDGE ICE ARENA

735 East Jefferson St | Bensenville

$10.00 General Admission and it is open to the public. Includes Skate with Santa after the show from 3 –4 pm. ($3.00 skate rental additional).

SENIOR LUNCHEON HOLIDAY PARTY

Bensenville residents 65 and over are invited to enjoy a Senior Holiday Party on Friday, December 16th at Monty’s Elegant Banquets, 703 S. York Road in Bensenville. This year’s event will feature live entertainment by Tony Ocean, free giveaways, and a fantastic meal. Doors open at 10am, lunch begins at 11am, and the live performance begins at noon.

Registration is required by purchasing tickets at the Village Hall Finance Counter from November 7 through December 8. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Ticket costs are $20 for incorporated Bensenville residents and $40 for non-residents. At the time of registration, you will have a choice of chicken marsala or salmon. For more information, call the Senior Hotline at 630.350.3426. Registration will not be accepted by phone.

VILLAGE HALL HOURS | 12 South Center Street | 630.766.8200 Mon/Wed/Thur/Fri 8 am – 5 pm | Tuesday 8 am –7 pm | Saturday 9 am – 12 pm

VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE TOY DRIVE

The Village will be accepting donations for our annual toy drive during the entire month of November. Donation boxes will be located at the Bensenville Library, Village Hall, Police Department, Deer Grove Leisure Center, and local businesses throughout the Village. Our goal is to help ensure Bensenville families in need have an opportunity to provide their children with toys this holiday season.

Nonperishable food and new or lightly used coats will also be accepted in partnership with the Bensenville-Wood Dale Rotary Coat Drive and Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry. Monetary donations for purchasing toys are also welcomed and can be made online at: bensenvillefoundation.org

To view our toy wish list and for additional information, please visit bensenville.il.us

Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to help wrap gifts, supervise children, and help parents pick out toys during toy distribution day. The distribution of toys will take place on Saturday, December 3rd at W.A. Johnson Elementary School. Please call 630.594.1010 if you would like to volunteer.

HOLIDAY HOME DECORATING CONTEST

Gather all your holiday lights, reindeer, wreaths, and decorations, for the Bensenville Holiday Home Decorating Contest. Decorate the outside of your house and yard in the most festive and creative manner. Nominate your home by emailing the property address, name, email or phone, and picture to holidaycontest@bensenville.il.us. Submitted properties will be posted to the Village’s Facebook page.

• The Holiday Decorating Contest Committee will do the judging. Awards will be given to the best-decorated single-family home.

• Nomination Period – Now through December 9, 2022 / Email nominations to: holidaycontest@bensenville.il.us

• Winners will be announced at the December 13th Village Board meeting and posted to the Village’s social media platforms.

• Entries must be received via email by 5 pm on December 9th.

Must be an incorporated Bensenville property to participate. Contest is for exterior decorations only, including window decorations visible from the exterior. We hope this brings some extra joy to your holidays!

you can never have too many twinkle lights!

SENIOR LUNCHEONS RETURN!

The first Senior Luncheon of the year will take place at Green Street Grille on January 3, 2023!

We are happy to announce that our monthly Senior Luncheons will return beginning Tuesday, January 3rd! These luncheons are open to all incorporated Bensenville residents 65 and over. The cost is $5.00 for a great meal, raffle prizes, and bingo. If you would like to join, simply come to Green Street Grille on the day of the event with your ID. Doors open at 10am and lunch begins around 11am. Ticket sales end promptly at 11am and are available on a first come first served basis due to availability and limited seating. If you have any questions, please call the Senior Hotline at 630.350.3426. Additional 2023 dates to be announced in January.

SENIOR/DISABLED SNOW REMOVAL PROGRAM

The Village of Bensenville Senior Snow Removal Program is designed to help those in our community who need assistance obtaining a low-cost solution to snow removal on their driveways, sidewalks, and private walks. The Village will hire independent contractors for common snow removal services and will subsidize half of the cost. Service prices range from $15 – $25 depending on the option you select.

The program does have specific eligibility requirements (listed below) that require documentation to prove eligibility. Senior Program Disabled Program

Water Service Line Material Survey

Recently, the State of Illinois passed the Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act and determined that for the health and safety of the citizens of Illinois, all lead service lines must be replaced. As part of this law, Illinois communities such as the Village of Bensenville must conduct a water service line material inventory to submit to the State. This includes obtaining information from homeowners on the type of material of their water service.

Applicant must own property

Applicant must own property (copy of recent property tax bill required) (copy of recent property tax bill required)

Applicant must be over 65 years old Applicant must be disabled (copy of property tax bill with (copy of Secretary of State Disability placard or proof senior exemption required) or registration of disability through Social Security)

Applicant annual household income Applicant annual household income must be less than $65,500 must be less than $65,500

Household must not have any other person Household must not have any other person able to remove snow able to remove snow

For additional details about the program or to register, please visit the Village website or contact the Public Works Department at: 630.350.3435.

ONCC APPROVES NIGHTTIME RUNWAY ROTATION PROGRAM AT O’HARE

Earlier this summer, the O’Hare Noise Compatibility Commission approved a Nighttime Runway Rotation Plan for O’Hare International Airport. Bensenville is an active member of the commission and played a key role in moving this plan forward. While this rotation schedule doesn’t completely resolve the airplane noise issues in Bensenville, we believe it will provide residents predictability and some relief at night. The plan needs to be reviewed by the Federal Aviation Administration and is expected to take about a year before it can be implemented at the airport. For additional information, please visit: oharenoise.org

The Village needs your help in gathering the information necessary for the inventory. Residents may either complete an online inventory survey at bit.ly/3BNinAa or schedule an inhouse inventory appointment by calling 630.594.1011. Every home must be included in the inventory. The sooner we complete the survey, the sooner we may obtain funding to replace the lead service lines found in our system. Funds are limited and will be distributed on a firstcome, first-served basis, so the Village would like to complete our survey and get our funding request in before the funds run out. Please complete the survey or schedule your appointment today!

Don’t Be a Turkey! Dispose of Fats, Oil, and Grease Properly

As turkey dinners are served throughout the country, our Public Works department urges you to think before disposing fats, oils, and grease this holiday season.

Butter, cooking oil, meat drippings, gravy and salad dressings solidify in the sanitary sewer and build up over time to create clogs. You can prevent clogged pipes in your own home, and clogs in the sewers by managing grease correctly. Collect pan drippings, bacon grease, and dressings in a sealable container and dispose in the trash. Wipe residual oils from pots, pans, and dishes with dry paper towels before washing. Most importantly, never pour grease down sink drains or toilets.

Frying a Turkey this year? Let the used oil cool, transfer it into a sealable container, and then drop it off at Bensenville Public Works so it can be recycled into biodiesel. There is a permanent drop off location at the Public Works Facility, 717 E. Jefferson Street (right next to the salt dome and free mulch bin).

Deer Grove Leisure Center

Administrative Office

1000 West Wood Street

Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 7015

BvilleParks.org

@BvilleParks

White Pines Golf Club

500 West Jefferson Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 0304

WhitePinesGolf.com

@GolfWhitePines

Bensenville Water Park & Splash Pad

1100 West Wood Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 SWIM (7946)

Fischer Farm 16W680 Grand Avenue Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 834 3152

Wood Street Fitness Center

1000 West Wood Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 7015

WoodStFitness.com

@WoodStFitness

Board of Commissioners

Rich Johnson | President

Val Karg | Vice President

Nancy Gibbs | Secretary Jay Snyder | Commissioner Executive Director Joseph C. Vallez

BENSENVILLE PARK DISTRICT

Merry & Bright

happy holidays!

The Bensenville Park District offers warm wishes to its residents during this holiday season and into the new year! The Winter-Spring Program Guide is on the BvilleParks.org website, and resident registration begins Tuesday, November 29.

The winter-spring season brings a number of opportunities for people to join together. whether it be to celebrate the community’s armed forces veterans, taking in a hockey game, celebrating the holidays or getting to work on a more healthy you at Wood Street Fitness, the park district has you covered! Gift Certificates are available!

WHITE PINES IS MORE THAN GOLF

Let the White Pines Golf Club help you celebrate the season. The facility is perfect for holiday parties, corporate events and other special occasions. Contact banquets@whitepinesgolf.com or call 630.766.0304 ext. 2 for special holiday offers.

Get the perfect gift for the golfer in your life and save 30 percent off all merchandise in the White Pines Pro Shop November 1-February 1. Gift cards are also available.

The Friday night fish fry is back! Drop by each Friday evening for delicious battered fish, served with French fries and coleslaw or other items from the special menu. Dine in or carry out.

Join us at 37 Bar & Grill for football watch parties each Sunday from 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. and bear down on a buffet and drink specials as you watch your favorite teams.

VETERANS DAY BREAKFAST

The Bensenville Park District, Village of Bensenville and Fenton High School will join to salute those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces at the annual Veterans Day breakfast 9 am, Friday, November 11, at the White Pines Golf Club, 500 W. Jefferson St., Bensenville. United States armed forces veterans and their families are invited to dine for free at the breakfast. Highlights include a guest speaker as well as presentations by Fenton High School Defending Freedom Essay Contest winners. Pre-registration is required. Call 630.766.7015.

BENSENVILLE NIGHT AT THE WOLVES

The Bensenville Park District has joined forces with the Chicago Wolves to offer a ticket package that includes a game ticket, hot dog, soft drink and winter cap and provides approximately $5 per ticket to benefit the Bensenville Youth Coalition. Tickets purchased for the 7 pm game Saturday, November 19, between the Wolves and Rockford Ice Hogs, American Hockey League affiliate of the Chicago Blackhawks, through BvilleParks.org/Wolves will receive special pricing and benefits. The event is open to all, and ticket packages start at just $27. Approximately $5 per ticket, depending on the package purchased, will be donated to charity.

PROGRAM REGISTRATION

The Bensenville Park District’s Winter-Spring Program will be posted at BvilleParks.org at the beginning of November and is scheduled to be in homes in mid-November. Registration begins Tuesday, November 29, for residents (November 30 for non-residents). Register for programs and activities at the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood Street, Bensenville.

ADOPT A SNOWMAN | NOVEMBER 23 – DECEMBER 3

Who wants to decorate another Christmas Tree? Why not decorate a snowman that is guaranteed not to melt! For $5 you can adopt and decorate your very own 4 foot snowman. Decorate it from November 23 to December 3, and then your snowman will remain at Fischer Farm all December long for everyone to enjoy. Register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

FARMSIDE CHRISTMAS & TREE LIGHTING | SUNDAY | DECEMBER 4

Come to Fischer Farm and enjoy ice sculptures and holiday crafts before warming up around a bonfire with hot chocolate and treats on Sunday, December 4. While you are there, you can get a photo with Santa, all the while listening to festive music to get you in the holiday spirit. Don’t miss the tree lighting at 4:30 p.m. Take in the holiday lights and decorations as you walk the grounds of the historic 1836 farm throughout the month of December. $5 at gate for children ages 3 – 15.

SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN | DECEMBER 5 – 9

Santa will be making personal house visits across Bensenville this holiday season. Catch him as he parades through the town in a lighted mobile workshop! Visit times will be arranged by the park district a week prior to the event. While the visits will be brief, everyone will leave with a special treat and share their gift list for the holiday season. Sign up now at the Deer Grove Leisure Center, space is very limited.

LETTERS TO SANTA | DECEMBER 1 – 15

Are you asking Santa for a special Christmas gift? Write your letter to Santa and drop it off at our North Pole mailbox in the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood Street, Bensenville, by Thursday, December 15, to ensure Santa can get it on time! Please be sure to include a return address on your letter so that Santa can write back.

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT WHITE PINES | DECEMBER 17 – 18

Enjoy a holiday breakfast buffet featuring an appearance by good ol’ St Nick, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, December 17-18. Children are able to visit and have a photo taken with Santa, and join in holiday craft activities. Reservations are required at 630.766.0304 ext. 2.

CHRISTMAS COOKIE BAKE-OFF | MONDAY | DECEMBER 19

Christmas time is here—time for joy and cheer AND COOKIES! The second annual Oak Room Christmas Cookie Bake Off is the most competitive bake-off in the whole Bensenville Park District! If you are interested in being a part of the competition please call ahead to hold your slot. All participants will vote on their favorite cookie. We will also be playing a round of crazy 8’s and having photo opportunities with the man in red himself. Those competing in the competition need not pay to register. All competitors should bake two dozen cookies. 21+ Register by December 12.

THE SOUND OF MUSIC AT THE PARAMOUNT WEDNESDAY | DECEMBER 21

One of the most beloved musicals of all time and a holiday favorite, The Sound of Music has enchanted audiences for more than 50 years. Experience it for the first time or all over again at Paramount Theater. Lunch will be served directly across the street before the show. 21+ Register by December 1.

ILLUMINATION LIGHT SHOW | THURSDAY | JANUARY 5

Illumination at the Morton Arboretum is a must see holiday event The synchronized lights will leave you in wonder of winter’s beauty. 21+ Register by December 6.

Be your best self in 2023!

Give the gift of fitness! Wood Street Fitness, located inside the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 1000 W. Wood St., Bensenville, offers state-of-the-art free- and machine-weights and cardio equipment to provide all the best tools to be your best self. Fitness Center membership rates can be found online at WoodStFitness.com/membership. Special rates are available for couples, teens and seniors, and corporate memberships are also available.

The Winter-Spring Program Guide may be found online at BvilleParks.org. Registration begins Tuesday, November 29, for residents and Wednesday, November 30, for non-residents.

BENSENVILLE ELEMENTARY

SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 210 South Church Road Bensenville | Illinois 60106 bsd2.org | 630 766 5940

Board of Education

Dr. Chris McCullough | President

James Stoltman | Vice President

Marisol Leyva | Secretary

Lori Parthimos | Treasurer Jacqueline Dye Katie Krajecki

Robert F “Bob” Laudadio Administration

Dr. Katie McCluskey | Superintendent of Schools

Paul Novack | Chief Financial Officer

Anne Paonessa | Interim Director of Teaching & Learning

Dustin Berman | Director of Student Services

Edgar Palacios | Director of Multilingual Programs and English Learners

Shannon Steen | Director of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and Assessment

Jamie Levin | Pre-Kindergarten Coordinator

Christy Poli | Director of Community Schools and Birth-to-3 Program

Tammy Hoeflinger | Human Resources Coordinator

Tim Waldorf | Community Relations Coordinator

Lara Schwarz | Project CARE Coordinator and Community Liaison

Claire Cooper | Director of Transportation Greg Jones | GCA Manager Buildings and Grounds

Pam Laguna | Sodexo General Manager Food Services

DIRECTORY OF SCHOOLS

Blackhawk Middle School | 630 766 2601

Dr. Perry Finch | Principal

Zach Ettelbrick | Assistant Principal

Nataly Lopez-Diaz | Assistant Principal Tioga School | 630 766 2602

Jeffrey Kersten | Principal

Amber Soike | Assistant Principal W.A. Johnson School | 630 766 2605

Carlos Patiño | Principal

Michelle Shabaker | Assistant Principal

BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2

TIME FOR A NEW LOOK

District 2 introduces new Learning & Growing Together logo

learning and growing together!

District 2 has a new motto: Learning & Growing Together. That motto is just one part of the District’s new, five-year strategic plan. The District also updated its mission and vision statements, beliefs, and strategic priorities. And now it has introduced a new logo to symbolize those ideals.

During the September 21 Board of Education meeting, the District unveiled its new logo depicting its new Learning & Growing Together motto. The logo, which is shown to the left, was chosen earlier this school year in an online survey of students, staff, parents and community members.

FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

Together we can do anything!

Greetings BSD2 Families, Students, Staff and Community Members,

Earlier this fall, District 2 came together for its first Learning & Growing Together Day. Students and staff all across the District spent this wonderful day celebrating the District’s new motto in their own unique ways.

The smiles in the photos say it all – the day was as fun as it was meaningful! Personally, I will always remember the contagious energy in our buildings and the priceless smiles on our students’ faces as they brought our new motto to life.

That motto—Learning & Growing Together”—was developed by our entire community. Staff, students, parents, and community members all came together to develop our strategic plan, and through that work expressed a strong desire to develop this new statement encapsulating our beliefs and ideals as an institution.

Learning and growing together is the key to every successful organization and I couldn’t be more proud of our staff and students and our launch of the school year.

Earlier this fall, we also unveiled our new BSD2 logo to go with this motto. The final selection was revealed to the Board of Education during its September 21 meeting as we presented some of our strategic plan work. These District priorities and goals we’ve set for ourselves in this new plan will require us to breathe life into our new motto every day as we move forward throughout the year.

With our District’s strong commitment to learning and growing together, there isn’t anything we can’t accomplish together!

Sincerely,

DR. KATIE MCCLUSKEY

Superintendent of Schools BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2

IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY New BSD2-Fenton Early Childhood Education partnership pairs aspiring teachers with classes at Tioga

District 2 and Fenton High School launched a new partnership through Project CARE this fall, pairing high school students interested in becoming elementary educators with classes at Tioga School.

Fenton has participated in Project CARE for 20 of the volunteer academic mentoring program’s 27 years in existence. During that time, students have earned community service hours by visiting BSD2 schools once a week during study hall and spending about half an hour working with students.

Now, Fenton students participating in this new partnership will spend close to an hour each week working with a class at Tioga. They will form stronger relationships with the students and teachers in their classes, and gain valuable, reallife insight into their future careers as teachers.

“We’re excited to see these Fenton students engage with our students throughout the year,” said Lara Schwarz, Project CARE Coordinator. “They are serious about pursuing careers in education, and by partnering with our teachers at Tioga, they can make this an impactful experience for themselves and for the kids in their classes.”

By providing these kinds of experiences for aspiring educators, Project CARE has already created a pipeline connecting District 2 to new teachers looking to begin their careers. Students at Elmhurst and Lewis Universities and College of Dupage often serve as volunteer academic mentors through Project CARE, establish connections that lead them to become student teachers in BSD2 schools, and then begin their careers here once they graduate.

“We hope this program really extends that pipeline to Fenton, and that years from now we see the students in this partnership return to teach in our schools once they’ve earned their degrees,” said Mrs. Schwarz.

CELEBRATE!

District 2’s dual-language kindergartners learn about Hispanic culture through colorful art projects

Dual-language kindergartners at Tioga and W.A. Johnson Schools celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by creating art that explored elements of Hispanic culture.

At Tioga, students in Mrs. Esparza’s class learned about famed Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, and created their own versions of her well-known still life paintings of fruit. And Tioga students in Ms. Negrete’s class learned about the monarch butterfly’s annual migration from Canada to Mexico, and made their own colorful paintings of these mariposas

At Johnson, students in Mr. Campos’ and Mr. Cazares’ classes learned about the mythical importance of the school’s mascot, the jaguar, in ancient Mayan culture, then put paint to paper to create their own versions of these colorful creatures.

DOLLARS & SENSE

Board of Education approves 2022-2023 budget

The District 2 Board of Education approved the 2022-2023 budget at its September 21 meeting. The budget authorizes about $42.9 million of spending, paid for with about $44.2 million in revenue. The projected surplus is about $1.3 million. For more information, visit bsd2.org/budget.

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PARENT EDUCATION SERIES

November 8 presentation will help parents teach their children the importance of family

Bensenville School District 2 and Fenton High School’s Padres Unidos are partnering this year to present a yearlong parent education series facilitated by Chicago-area psychologist Dr. Ferney Ramirez.

The third offering in the series will be held from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, November 1, at Blackhawk Middle School, located at 250 S. Church Street in Bensenville.

Titled Positive Involvement – a Need: Connected Parents – Educating Children with Leadership, the presentation will help parents teach their children the importance of family and build relationships between parents, children and their siblings. This presentation will be offered in English and Spanish. Childcare and food will be provided.

AFTER-SCHOOL SPECIAL

A quarter of the District’s students are now participating in grant-funded community school programs

More District 2 students than ever are now staying after school when the bell rings each day.

That’s because they’re enjoying a variety of after-school activities presented by the Frida Community Organization and funded by a prestigious 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant from the Illinois State Board of Education.

This programming largely began in late September, and so far has attracted 526 of the District’s 2,137 students to enroll in more than 50 clubs and activities, most of which are offered after school. These community school programs include …

• Homework Help

• STEM and Book Clubs

• Spanish Instruction

• Latin and Folkloric Dance Lessons

• Introduction to Guitar

• Craft Clubs and Digital Art Lessons

• Cooking and Gardening Clubs

• Soccer and Sports Clubs

• Strength Training and Girls on the Run

• Yoga and Martial Arts

• Jewelry and Fashion Clubs

• LEGO and Board Game Clubs

District 2 and Fenton High School were awarded the 21st Century grant in the fall of 2018. It provided them $3 million over the course of five years to fund critical community schools initiatives. Since 2019, the grant has given Fenton, Blackhawk, Johnson and Tioga $150,000 a year each to partner with Frida and provide programs focused on such topics as academic enrichment, arts integration, technology, social-emotional learning, college and career readiness, and parent and family support.

In addition to these after-school programs for students, 21st Century grant dollars have helped fund the BSD2 Community Center at Tioga School, and a variety of programs and services for parents and families.

IT WAS LIT!

Author and comic artist Jarrett Lerner visits Blackhawk, stays for annual Literacy Night festivities

Earlier this fall, author and comic artist Jarrett Lerner visited Blackhawk Middle School. Mr. Lerner is the creator of the EngiNerds and Geeger the Robot book series. During his visit, he not only spoke to BMS students about his life and work; he also worked together with them to create new comics. Later that evening, the school held its annual Literacy Night, which featured another presentation from Mr. Lerner and a variety of fun literacy-related activities.

DEVELOPMENTAL SCREENINGS

District 2 is offering free developmental screenings on Friday, December 2

Do you have a child between the ages of 3 and 5?

Professionals will assess the development of your child’s large and fine motor skills, pre-academic readiness, and speech, language, vision and hearing. The screening will help identify children who qualify for the District’s free preschool program, or who would benefit from additional services prior to entering kindergarten.

Your child must be 3 years old by the screening date to participate. Screenings take about an hour and require an appointment.

For more information, or to make an appointment, call Tioga School at 630.766.2602 ext. 4200.

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Anytime Craft Pick Up for All Ages Pumpkin Smash, 9am-12pm, Village Hall Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8-10am, drive-thru only at Faith United Church of Christ BSD2 Namaste Saturdays Yoga Classes, 9am, Tioga

FHS Latin Flavor Mix (Dance), 7pm

BCPL Super Saturday: Terrific Turkey, All Day BCPL Sal Camacho: Our Indigenous Land, 2pm Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8-10am, drive-thru only at Faith United Church of Christ BSD2 Namaste Saturdays Yoga Classes, 9am, Tioga

BPD Bensenville Night at the Wolves, Allstate Arena Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8-10am, drive-thru only at Faith United Church of Christ BSD2 Namaste Saturdays Yoga Classes, 9am, Tioga

BCPL Yoga Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Bilingual Family Night, 6:30pm BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm Zoom BSD2 Blackhawk Fall Band Concert, 6:30pm, Blackhawk

BCPL Fun & Friends Playtime, 10:30am BCPL Latino Film Fest: Coco, 6:30pm BPD Committee Meeting, Deer Grove Leisure Center

BCPL Too Littles Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Family Movie Night, 6:30pm BSD2 Parent Education Series, 6-8pm, Blackhawk CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall

BPD Veterans Day Breakfast, White Pines Golf Club

BCPL Yoga Storytime, 10:30am Garden Club Meeting, 12pm at the Library BCPL DIY Button Snowman, 7pm FHS Vocal Solo & Ensemble Contest, 6pm

BCPL Fun & Friends Playtime, 10:30am BCPL Animal Crossing Party, 6:30pm

BCPL Too Littles Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Latino Film Fest: Cesar Chavez, 6:30pm BSD2 No School Election Day FHS No School Election Day

BCPL Cuentos y Mas, 10:30am BCPL Trivia Night, 7pm Green St. Grille Brush & Branch Pick Up, Brush and branches out by 7am

BCPL Yoga Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Nalesniki and Coffee, 6:30pm

BCPL Fun & Friends Playtime, 10:30am BCPL Colleen Moore’s Fairy Castle Tour, 7pm BSD2 Board of Education Regular Business Meeting, 7pm, Educational Administration Center FHS Board of Education Meeting, 7pm BPD Board Meeting, Deer Grove Leisure Center

BCPL Too Littles Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Bingo for Kids, 6:30pm BCPL Relaxing Watercolor, 7pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall

BCPL STEM for Tweens, 4pm BCPL Carapia’s Coven Book Club, 7pm Zoom BCPL True Stories Book Club, 7pm Zoom BSD2 End of First Trimester

BCPL Thanksgiving Scavenger Hunt Begins, 1pm

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BSD2 Thanksgiving Break No School FHS Thanksgiving Break VILLAGE HALL CLOSED PARK DISTRICT CLOSED

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BCPL Book Brunch Virtual Book Club, 1pm Zoom BSD2 Thanksgiving Break No School FHS Thanksgiving Break

BSD2 Professional Development Day No Student Attendance

BCPL Lit Chicks Virtual Book Club, 7pm Zoom BSD2 Teacher Institute Day No Student Attendance Holiday Magic: Tree lighting, 7pm, Downtown Bensenville

SUNDAY | NOVEMBER 20 | 5 –7 PM DOWNTOWN BENSENVILLE

Festivities include a Holiday Car Parade, free commemorative ornaments, sleigh rides and refreshments. Details on page 7!

BCPL 20/30ish Virtual Book Club, 7pm Zoom

BCPL Family Art Night, 6:30pm BPD Park District Resident Registration Opens, Deer Grove Leisure Center

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BCPL Super Saturday: Extra Cute Elves, All Day BPD Breakfast with Santa, White Pines Golf Club Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8-10am, drive-thru only at Faith United Church of Christ

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Anytime Craft Pick Up for All Ages Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry, 8-10am, drive-thru only at Faith United Church of Christ BCPL Yoga Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Cuentos y Mas, 6:30pm BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm Zoom FHS NHS Fall Community Service Deadline

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BCPL Holiday Open House, 5-7pm FHS Students on Stage, 7pm

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BCPL Holly-Day Fun Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Crayons & Games, 6:30pm BCPL DIY Holiday Ceramic Boot, 7pm Zoom BSD2 Tioga Literacy Night, 6-7pm, Tioga BPD Committee Meeting, Deer Grove Leisure Center

BCPL Too Littles Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Holiday Family Movie Night & Craft, 6:30pm BCPL Christmas Around the World, 7pm CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall

BCPL Elf on the Shelf Begins BCPL After School STEAM, 4pm BCPL Trivia Night, 7pm Green St. Grille

BPD Farmside Christmas & Tree Lighting, Fischer Farm

BCPL Last Day for Letters to Santa BSD2 Tioga Winter Holiday Sing Along, 1:45-2:30pm Senior Holiday Party, Monty’s Banquet Hall (Doors open at 10am)

BCPL Yoga Storytime, 10:30am Garden Club Member Christmas Party, 12pm BCPL 1776: Life in Hamilton’s Artillery Unit, 7pm BSD2 Tioga Winter Holiday Concert Music Makers and Chorus, 6:30pm, Tioga

BCPL Holly-Day Fun Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Holiday Card Making Party, 6:30pm BCPL Holiday Traditions from Radio’s Golden Age, 7pm Zoom BSD2 Johnson Winter Program, Grades K-1/1:30-2:15, Grades 2-3/2:30-3:15, Johnson

BCPL Too Littles Storytime, 10:30am BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall

BCPL True Stories Book Club, 7pm Zoom

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BCPL Yoga Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Cuentos y Mas, 6:30pm BSD2 Winter Break No School thru January 6 FHS Winter Break thru December 31

BCPL Holly-Day Fun Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Crayons & Games, 6:30pm BSD2 Board of Education Regular Business Meeting, 7pm, Educational Administration Center FHS Final Exams FHS Board of Education Meeting, 6pm BPD Board Meeting, Deer Grove Leisure Center

BCPL Too Littles Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Bingo for Kids, 6:30pm FHS Final Exams

BCPL Winter Break Reading Challenge for Kids Begins BCPL Lit Chicks Virtual Book Club, 7pm Zoom BSD2 Blackhawk Holiday Assembly, Grades 6-8, 8-9am, Blackhawk BSD2 Blackhawk Holiday Assembly, Grades 2 and 4, 12:30-1:30pm

FHS 97th Annual Band & Choir Holiday Concert, 2pm BPD Breakfast with Santa, White Pines Golf Club Holiday Ice Show, 12:30pm, Edge Ice Arena

FHS Final Exams BPD Christmas Cookie Bake-Off, Oak Room, Deer Grove Leisure Center

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