Community Newsletter Sept / Oct 2018 by Village of Bensenville

SEPT/OCT 2018

VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE WHITE PINES GOLF COURSE ANNEXES BACK INTO THE VILLAGE History of White Pines Golf Course

Over 15 years ago, a personal feud between the Village of Bensenville and the Bensenville Park District caused the Park District to disconnect the White Pines Golf Club from the Village of Bensenville. First opening its doors in 1928, the White Pines Golf Club includes 36 holes, on 240 acres, 37 Bar & Grill, and a luxury banquet facility.

Process of Annexation

SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 29 | 8 AM DEER GROVE LEISURE CENTER 1000 WEST WOOD STREET All ages are welcome! All run participants will receive a stylish shirt and the opportunity to win awards and medals. Discounts on early registration, groups, and veterans; forms and more information are available at bensenvilleparkdistrict.org.

With a positive relationship established between the Bensenville Park District and the Village of Bensenville, the Park District has agreed to a voluntary annexation agreement with the Village.

What this means The Village and Park District’s relationship rights the wrong of the past and opens the door for a number of positive opportunities in Bensenville. Benefits include, patrolling by the Village Police Department, becoming tax neutral to the Village, receiving capital improvement funds, faster permitting, reduced expenses, and increased mutual aid and sharing of resources or equipment.

COFFEE WITH THE PRESIDENT

As a means of being accessible to all residents, Village President Frank DeSimone and Village Trustees will begin their series of casual neighborhood meetings with residents throughout the Village. Coffee with the Village President is a great opportunity to ask questions and share concerns. The meetings will take place in the Central, Northern, and Southern sections of Bensenville. EVENT DATES SEPTEMBER 29 | Leisure Center (Central) | 7:00 – 9:00 am OCTOBER 6 | Kremples Park (Southern) | 10:00 am – Noon OCTOBER 13 | Mohawk Park (Northern) | 10:00 am – Noon OCTOBER 20 | Sunrise Park (Eastern) | 10:00 am – Noon

SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 29 | 8:30 AM DEER GROVE LEISURE CENTER 1000 WEST WOOD STREET Free! Be a part of the 5th Annual Walk-aThon and Family Health Expo. Featuring free food, entertainment, health and wellness vendors, and more! Details at bwellbensenville.com.

R E C R E AT I O N & C O M M U N I T Y PROGRAMMING

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IN THIS ISSUE Village of Bensenville p 1-3 Bensenville Community Public Library p 4-6 Fenton Community High School p 7-9 Bensenville Park District p 10-11 Elementary School District 2 p 12-13 Fire Department p 14 Community Events 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 Nov/Dec is September 28, 2018.

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VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE Village of Bensenville 12 South Center Street Bensenville, Illinois 60106 www.bensenville.il.us 630.766.8200 President Frank DeSimone Trustees Rosa Carmona Ann Franz Agnieszka Annie Jaworska McLane Mac Lomax Nicholas Panicola Jr. Armando Perez Village Clerk Nancy Quinn Village Manager Evan K. Summers

Holiday Tree Donation

It is never too early to start planning for the holiday season! The Village is searching for a tree to be used in this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Holiday Magic Tree Lighting Ceremony. If chosen, your tree will be removed free of charge and the ground manicured by Bensenville Public Works. You will also be eligible to be recognized at the Holiday Magic celebration and have the opportunity to participate in the November 25th Tree Lighting Ceremony. If you have a tree that might be suitable and is accessible, please call 630.697.3439.

REDMOND RESERVOIR EXPANSION PROJECT Over the last several months, construction crews have completed extensive improvements on the Redmond Reservoir located at the Redmond Recreational Complex. This 100% federally funded project includes increasing the storage capacity to approximately 6,500,000 gallons, resurfacing the path around the reservoir, mechanical and electrical upgrades to the pump station, native plantings, rock toe installation and shoreline stabilization. The substantial completion date for this project is October 30, 2018. The final completion date of this project will be May 31, 2021 due to the maintenance and monitoring necessary for native plantings being installed as part of this project. For additional information, please visit bensenville.il.us or contact our Public Works Department at 630.350.3435.

DOWNTOWN STREETSCAPE UPDATE Phase II of the downtown street scape is currently underway with the reconstruction of Railroad Avenue and the Metra commuter lot. The project includes new hot-mix asphalt pavement, stamped sidewalks, curbs and gutters, driveway aprons, planter boxes, benches, striping and landscape restoration. The Metra commuter lot will be reconfigured to allow a PACE bus stop as well as bus layover space. The parking spaces will be reconfigured and one of the existing entrances on Addison Street will be closed permanently. As a result of this project, the Commuter Lot will be closed starting August 15th for improvements within the Metra commuter lot between the Village Hall and railroad tracks. At this time, we anticipate the commuter lot will be completely closed from Aug 15 to Oct 15. During construction, we ask that you please utilize parking along Main Street on the Northwest side of the railroad tracks. We apologize for the inconvenience at this time. For additional information, please visit bensenville.il.us or call our Public Works Department at 630.350.3435.

2018 RESIDENT ONLY BRUSH & BRANCH REMOVAL DO NOT BUNDLE BRUSH OR BRANCHES. The remaining 2018 brush pick up dates are: September 4 (out by 7 am on Tuesday due to Labor Day Holiday) | October 1 | November 5 VILLAGE CREWS collect larger brush on the first full week of each month from May through November. Place cut ends of brush and branches towards the street. Individual branches must not exceed six inches in diameter or ten feet in length. Brush may be placed on the parkway for collection beginning the Friday before the scheduled collection week, but no later than 7 am on the first Monday of each month. Each street receives a single collection during a scheduled week; placing brush or branches out after the deadline can result in a citation and no pickup. REPUBLIC SERVICES collects April through November: individual branches less than three feet in length and one inch in diameter on your regular trash collection day from your regular collection point. Place in biodegradable paper bags or garbage cans with two Yard Waste Only labels attached. Yard Waste Only stickers can be picked up for free at the Village Hall. Republic Services collects these branches with other residential yard waste. To discard root balls, break them up into small enough pieces to fit into your trash container for Republic Services to collect.

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FALL COMMUNITY YARD SALE SEPTEMBER 13–16 Mark your calendars and clean out your closets for the Fall Community Yard Sale! To host a yard sale and to have your address included on a community yard sale flyer, you must complete a yard sale application and obtain a FREE yard sale permit. Please turn in your application by September 10. Permit applications are available at Village Hall at the Community and Economic Development counter. For more information visit bensenville.il.us or call 630.350.3413.

ELECTRONICS RECYCLING DATES Electronics recycling is available to Bensenville residents at the Addison Township Highway Department located at 411 West Potter Street in Wood Dale. TVs and CRT monitors are accepted at no charge. For more information call 630.766.2228.

HALLOWEEN HOME DECORATING CONTEST 2018

Remaining recycling dates: September 8th and October 13th

Is Halloween your favorite holiday? Gather all your ghosts, goblins and creepy crawlies and get creative in this year’s Home Decorating Halloween Contest! To nominate your home email your name, property address, email or phone number and picture (if possible) to holidaycontest@bensenville. il.us. Submitted properties will be posted to the Village’s Facebook page. Judging will be done by the Holiday Decorating Contest Committee and awards will be given to the best decorated single family homes. Winners will be announced at the October 23rd Village Board Meeting and posted to the Village’s website at bensenville.il.us.

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Nominations accepted now through October 15 Email nominations to holidaycontest@bensenville.il.us.

TRICK-OR-TREATING HOURS With Halloween right around the corner, it will soon be time to put together your most creative costumes and head out for trick-or-treating in the Village of Bensenville. The Village’s trick-or-treating hours are from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Wednesday, October 31, 2018. It is recommended children go only to homes they are familiar with and have outside lights on as a sign of welcome. As a friendly reminder, children should be cautioned of the dangers of running out from between parked cars or across lawns and yards where ornaments, furniture or clotheslines. Have a fun and safe Halloween!

SENIOR INFORMATIONAL HOTLINE 630.350.3426

Old or unwanted medicine can be dropped off at the RX box located inside the lobby of the Bensenville Police Department. Needle syringes are not accepted at the Bensenville Location. This program ensures unwanted or expired medicine is disposed of safely and reduces the amount going to waterways or landfills. No commercial or institutional waste will be accepted. Please remove medications from original container and put into a plastic bag before dropping them off. Any personal information should be blacked out or removed for privacy. For additional information and a complete list of RX box locations in DuPage County, please visit dupageco.org.

Finding the answers to your questions can sometimes be confusing. The Senior Informational Hotline is available to provide basic information about Village programs and services. Our goal is to help Bensenville Senior Citizens easily navigate their way through the various government departments and agencies. The hotline is a comprehensive resource for information on a full range of questions that pertain to village services. The hotline is available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Call 630.350.3426 to speak with a representative.

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The Bensenville Community Public Library is proud to welcome local historian and author Jonathan Sebastian for our 13th annual Bensenville Reads program! Each year, the Library selects a book or author to promote reading in the community and invites the author to our Bensenville Reads celebration. This year we are proud to select Bensenville: Images of America by Jonathan W. Sebastian. You are invited to join us for an evening with the author on Tuesday, October 23 at 7:00 pm. Join Jonathan Sebastian, Fischer Farm Curator and local historian, on an exciting adventure right in your own backyard and explore the rich history of our wonderful community. Limited free copies of the book will be available at the Library starting October 1. Copies of the books will also be available for purchase at the Library starting October 1.

SEPTEMBER 11TH REMEMBRANCE TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 11 @ 7:00 PM

Join us as we pay tribute to those who lost their lives in the attacks on the Pentagon and World Trade Center on September 11th, 2001.

HARRY POTTER TRIVIA

SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 8 @ 10:30 AM | AGES 9 YEARS OLD AND UP

In celebration of the 20th anniversary of the U.S. release of the book Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, join us Muggles as we tackle the world of Harry Potter with family fun trivia. Participants of all ages are highly encouraged to dress in costume! Registration is not required to attend this event, but space is limited.

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FRIGHT NIGHT DOUBLE FEATURE

MONDAY | OCTOBER 29 @ THE BENSENVILLE LIBRARY

7:00 pm | The Monster Squad (1987) 9:00 pm | Creepshow (1982) Join us at the Library for our 7th annual Fright Night Double Feature! We will be screening both movies in the Library’s auditorium—equipped with stadium seating and new HD projection. The 7:00 pm showing of The Monster Squad is rated PG-13 with a running time of 1 hour 22 minutes, and the 9:00 pm showing of Creepshow is rated R with a running time of 2 hours 10 minutes.

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Hispanic HeritAge Month In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15), join us for a series of events aimed to celebrate the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America.

SONES DE MÉXICO: A MUSICAL GEOGRAPHY OF MEXICO

Family Movie Night

Join the Library the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm at the Bensenville Library for a showing of our favorite family films! Film titles are announced one month prior to the event. September 4 | Early Man October 2 | TBA

Film Fanatics Join us on the third Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm for a showing of cinematic gems you may have missed! Admission to the show is free! Film titles are announced one month prior to the event. September 20 | A Quiet Place October 18 | TBA

SUNDAY | SEPTEMBER 16 @ 2:00 PM | BLACKHAWK MIDDLE SCHOOL Take a guided musical tour around Mexico with this Grammy-nominated folk music ensemble specializing in Mexican son regional styles of huapango, gustos, chilenas, son jarocho, and more. Presented in partnership with BSD2 and sponsored by the Bensenville Arts Council.

COLOMBIAN COFFEE | TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 18 @ 7:00 PM

Learn about the history and current production of coffee from Colombia – one of the world’s largest producers of coffee.

Documentary Film Series

FRIDA KAHLO AND MEXICAN ART

Join the Library the second Monday of every month at 7:00 pm for a new documentary film series! Take advantage of stadium seating, new HD projection, and free popcorn in the Library’s auditorium. For trailers and ratings, visit the Library’s website. September 10 | The Pixar Story October 8 | Resurrect Dead: The Mystery of the Toynbee Tiles

SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 22 @ 2:00 PM Join us in welcoming Justin Witte, the current Curator of Cleve Carney Art Gallery of the College of DuPage, as we learn about the famous Mexican painter Frida Kahlo.

BRAZILIAN SWEETS

TUESDAY | SEPTEMBER 25 @ 7:00 PM | AGES 13 AND UP Meet Jorgianne and learn how she makes three traditional Brazilian dessert dishes, Quindin, Brigadeiro (de Pistachio), and Pave.

LATIN FOODS NIGHT |

TUESDAY | OCTOBER 2 @ 7:00 PM Come try some foods from Mexico, the Caribbean, and other parts of Latin America!

Family Film Creature Feature

THE PIANO IN LATIN AMERICA |

SUNDAY | OCTOBER 7 @ 2:00 PM Professional pianist Kimberly Davis will perform works by some of Latin America’s most distinguished composers.

GAME NIGHT: LOTERÍA

TUESDAY | OCTOBER 9 @ 7:00 PM | AGES 13 AND UP Lotería is a popular board game from Mexico that is very similar to bingo. Come brush up on your Spanish as you fill your bingo card!

No School Matinees

PAPEL PICADO PENNANTS AND THE FLAGS OF LATIN AMERICA

TUESDAY | OCTOBER 16 @ 7:00 PM Come out to the Library and learn how to make papel picado – the Mexican art of making flags out of colorful paper.

DAY OF THE DEAD: DIY CALAVERAS

TUESDAY | OCTOBER 30 @ 7:00 PM | AGES 13 AND UP We will be painting small ceramic Calaveras (skulls) in the traditional Mexican style. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Participants will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, and seats cannot be held.

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FRIDAY | OCTOBER 19 @ 7:00 PM ALL AGES Join us for an after-hours showing of Scooby-Doo on Zombie Island (rated PG) at the Library. Admission is open to all, though space is limited. Popcorn will be provided! Doors open at 6:30 pm.

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MOVIES START @ 11:00 AM AT THE LIBRARY Join us for a movie on the days that school is closed in October. Admission is open to all, though space is limited. Popcorn will be provided! All films are rated PG. Friday, October 5 | Hotel Transylvania Monday, October 8 | ParaNorman Friday, October 26 | Hocus Pocus

POKÉMON WITH THE GAMING GOAT

MONDAY | SEPTEMBER 17 @ 6:00 PM | AGES 7 TO 16 YEARS OLD

Come join the Library as we collaborate with The Gaming Goat for a night of learning and playing Pokémon Trading Cards. Participants are encouraged to bring their own Pokémon trading cards for a better learning experience.

DIY DECORATIVE YARN APPLES

WEDNESDAY | SEPTEMBER 19 @ 7:00 PM | ADULTS ONLY!

Yarn apples are a super easy to craft and make a fun decoration for any fall décor! You’re going to love how different each of your apple creations turn out! With every wrap of yarn, you are in control of the apple shape you make! Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. Doors open at 6:45 pm.

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION | Saturday, September 22 SPANISH STORYTIME @ 10:30 AM | AGES 2 TO 5 YEARS OLD

LEARNING AND GROWING WITH THE DUPAGE COUNTY FARM BUREAU Join the Youth Services Department in welcoming representatives from the DuPage County Farm Bureau for two special events this fall! On Wednesday, September 5 at 10:30 a.m., kids ages 3 to 6 years old are invited to learn about parts of an apple! We will learn about pollination, the apple’s life cycle, and we’ll complete a craft together. Then on Wednesday, October 3 at 10:30 a.m. kids ages 3 to 6 years old are welcome to join us for a program on pumpkins! We’ll learn all about pumpkins and then complete a craft together. No registration is required for either program.

Join Lizzeth Fausto as she presents books, rhymes, and movement activities bilingually. A healthy snack will also be provided. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. HISPANIC HERITAGE CRAFTS FROM 12:00 – 2:00 PM | AGES 3 TO 18 YEARS OLD

Join us for crafts celebrating different Hispanic cultures! All supplies will be provided, just bring your creativity. No registration is required, but it is a first-come, first-served program, and supplies are limited.

ARE YOU AFRAID OF THE DARK?

FRIDAY | OCTOBER 12 @ 6:30 PM AT THE KORTHAUER LOG HOUSE | ALL AGES!

Bring your blankets and flashlights, and join us at the Korthauer Log House for spooky stories around the campfire by GreenMan Theatre Troupe! The Log House is located at 900 West Wood Street. In the event of inclement weather, stories will be told indoors at the Library.

CEMETERY ROAD TRIP

SATURDAY | OCTOBER 20 @ 2:00 PM

Cemetery expert-extraordinaire Laurel Mellien has visited more than 1,000 Midwestern cemeteries. Join us as she presents her favorites! She’ll showcase the burial sites of U.S. Presidents and Native American chiefs, go to unique cemeteries like Showman’s Rest in Forest Park or National Hobo Cemetery in Iowa, and entertain the audience with amusing headstones she’s seen along the way.

HALLOWEEN BOO-TACULAR

FRIDAY | OCTOBER 26 | 6:30 – 8:00 PM | AGES 10 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER

Families are invited to celebrate Halloween with the Library! Join us for an evening of stories, crafts, and games. Wear your Halloween costume so that you can take part in the Library’s indoor Trick or Treating! Registration is not required to attend this event, and the event will take place rain or shine.

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FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Fall Play October 25 – 27 FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | District 100 1000 West Green Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 2500 www.fenton100.org Mission Statement Cultivate successful, passionate learners through rigor, relevance and relationships. Board of Education Paul Wedemann | President Mary Ann Payton-Howell | Vice President Patricia Jalowiec | Secretary Leonel Figueroa Juliet Rago | Jacci Ramirez Laura Wassinger The District 100 Board of Education will hold regular business meetings on Wednesday September 26 and October 24. District 100 meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. in the Academic Resource Center (ARC) at Fenton Community High School. Parents and community members are invited to attend. Administration James Ongtengco | Superintendent Jovan Lazarevic Associate Superintendent/Principal Sam Bentsen | Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources and Operations Bruce Martin | Chief School Business Officer Jim Batson | Director of Technology Kathy Schroeder Director of Community Relations Nancy Coleman | Director of Special Education Michelle Papanicolaou Director of Curriculum and Instruction Todd Becker Director of Activities and Athletics Blake Brodie, Director of Building, Grounds and Transportation Eileen Roberts | Assistant Principal Pedro Castro | Dean of Students Kate Ward | Division Leader, English, Social Studies, World Languages, ESL Eric Koranda | Division Leader, Applied Tech, FACS, Business, PE, Art and Music Lisa Luna | Division Leader, Math, Science and ARC

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The Fenton Drama Department is proud to present She Kills Monsters on October 25, 26 and 27 at 7:00 pm in the Lewis-Huffman Auditorium. Tickets are $5.00 each and may be purchased at the door. She Kills Monsters, by Qui Nguyen, is comedic romp into the world of fantasy role-playing games. She Kills Monsters tells the story of Agnes Evans as she leaves her childhood home in Ohio following the death of her teenage sister, Tilly. When Agnes finds Tilly’s Dungeons & Dragons notebook, however, she stumbles into a journey of discovery and action-packed adventure in the imaginary world that was Tilly’s refuge. In this high-octane dramatic comedy laden with homicidal fairies, nasty ogres, and 90s pop culture, acclaimed young playwright Qui Nguyen offers a heart-pounding homage to the geek and warrior within us all.

Senior Citizen Matinee October 27 Bensenville and Wood Dale senior citizens are invited to a matinee showing of She Kills Monsters on Saturday, October 27 at 1:00 pm. Admission is free and light refreshments will be served during intermission. Senior citizens may make reservations by calling 630.860.8620. Please leave a message with your name, phone number and the number of senior citizens attending.

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FENTON STUDENT CAST IN IHSA ALL-STATE MUSICAL Monika Nevarez and Danielle Smith have been selected as principle roles for the Illinois High School Theatre Festival 2019 All-State Production, In The Heights. Although both seniors have the experience from Fentonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s spring production in April 2018, they have been cast in different roles which will only

Mission Statement Cultivate successful, passionate learners through rigor, relevance and relationships.

Beliefs Successful, passionate learners thrive when: We champion innovative teaching and engaged learning.

challenge them and give them a whole new experience. The girls were chosen from an audition pool of 345 students from across the state who auditioned and interviewed for the production. Students from 57 different high schools will be participate in the show as part of the production team, cast, technical crew and orchestra pit. Monika will play the role of Camila and Danielle was cast as Abuela Claudia. In the Heights is a musical with music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda and a book by Quiara AlegrĂa Hudes. The story is set over the course of three days, involving characters in the largely Hispanic-American neighborhood of Wash-

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FALL CHORAL CONCERT Mark your calendars now for the first choral concert of the year. On Sunday, October 14 at 3:00 pm students will perform a variety of musical selections in the Lewis-Huffman Auditorium. The concert is free and open to the public.

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FENTON FOOTBALL A COMMUNITY EVENT! Fenton High School Football will be hosting 6 consecutive home games this year. Each of the games is centered on a theme to bring the community together to celebrate. 2018 Bison Football Schedule Friday, Aug 24 vs. Maine East | S 4:30 pm, V 6:30 pm | @ Maine East HS Friday, Aug 31 vs Maine West | STUDENT NIGHT F 5 pm, V 7:15 pm | @ Fenton HS. Friday, Sept 7 vs Wheaton St. Francis | MAYOR’S NIGHT S 5 pm, V 7:15 pm | @ Fenton HS. Friday, Sept 14 vs. DePaul College Prep | 911 CEREMONY V 7 pm | @ Fenton HS Friday, Sept 21 vs. Elmwood Park | MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHT S 5 pm, V 7:15 pm | @ Fenton HS Friday, Sept 28 vs. Guerin Prep | HOMECOMING S 5 pm, V 7:15 pm | @ Fenton HS Friday, Oct 5 vs. Ridgewood | SENIOR NIGHT S 5 pm, V 7:15 pm | @ Fenton HS Friday, Oct 12 vs. St. Edward | S 5 pm, V 7:15 pm | @ St. Edward HS Friday, Oct 19 vs Chicago Christian | V 7:15 pm | @ Chicago Christian

HOMECOMING WEEK Fenton’s Homecoming will take place September 24 – 29. Activities will be scheduled each day of the week and an assembly to crown the Homecoming Kings and Queens will take place on September 28. Join us for the football game at 7:00 pm on September 28. Students are invited to participate in the dance on Saturday, September 29.

Reunion Information CLASS OF 1968 | OCTOBER 5-7 Saturday, October 6– Morning tour of Fenton For details contact: 68fenton@gmail.com

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Calendar Reminders

September 3 LABOR DAY, NO SCHOOL September 6 PADRES UNIDOS | 6:45 pm September 8 NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY BAND DAY September 13 FRESHMAN PLAY September 18 FOOD FOR FAMILIES | Tioga | 4 pm September 18 FAFSA – FINANCIAL AID NIGHT | 6:30 pm September 24 – 29 HOMECOMING WEEK September 26 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING | 7 pm September 27 POWDER PUFF GAME | 6 pm September 28 HOMECOMING GAMES September 29 HOMECOMING DANCE | 7:30 pm October 2 FAFSA – COMPLETION WORKSHOP | 6 pm October 4 PADRES UNIDOS | 6:45 pm October 8 COLUMBUS DAY, NO SCHOOL October 11 BANDARAMA | 7pm October 14 CHOIR CONCERT | 3pm October 16 FOOD FOR FAMILIES | FENTON | 4 pm October 18 PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES 12:30 – 8 pm October 18 FAFSA WORKSHOP | 1 – 5 pm October 19 TEACHER INSTITUTE DAY NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS October 24 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING | 7pm October 25 – 27 FALL PLAY SHE KILLS MONSTERS | 7pm October 27 FALL PLAY SHE KILLS MONSTERS Senior Matinee | 1 pm October 30 FAFSA WORKSHOP | 6pm 9

BENSENVILLE PARK DISTRICT Deer Grove Leisure Center Administrative Office 1000 West Wood Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 7015 bensenvilleparkdistrict.org

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White Pines Golf Club 500 West Jefferson Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 0304 www.whitepinesgolf.com 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 Board of Commissioners Rich Johnson | President Val Karg | Vice President Greg Linder | Treasurer Jim Geils | Secretary Nancy Gibbs | Commissioner Manager of Park Operations Joseph C. Vallez

TINY TOT PRESCHOOL Tiny Tot Preschool is a well-rounded program designed for 3-5 year old children to help build their self confidence in a fun and nurturing environment. Children enjoy stories, energizing music, age-appropriate art projects, and activities that will expose your child to important concepts including numbers, letters, shapes and colors. The school year is through May 24, 2019. Sign your child up any time during the school year; openings are based on class availability. Payment plans are available. GET YOUR CHILD READY FOR PRESCHOOL TOT SCHOOL PRIMER Ages 1.5 & 2.5 Wednesdays TOT SCHOOL Ages 2 & 3 Tues & Thurs

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BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CLUB PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS • Transportation for Tioga and Johnson School students • Blackhawk students are escorted to/from Deer Grove Leisure Center • Discounts for additional sibling and Days Off Care Program • Staff are trained in Behavior Management, Customer Service and CPR/First Aid The program is geared toward full-time kindergarten through 8th grade and registration is at Deer Grove Leisure Center.

THE NEW TEEN CENTER

Formerly the Green Teen Zone, located at 302 West Green Street The Bensenville Park District is excited to announce the official opening of the new Teen Center this September. The Center provides High School students opportunities to be actively involved in safe, structured, and engaging out of school activities. The redesigned space will feature a lounge area, gaming equipment, a computer lab, homework and study room, multimedia room, and much more. Free memberships include homework help, a safe space to hang out with friends, and participation in activities. Special events, trips, and some programs will be available at an affordable fee. Register for memberships at the Park District’s Deer Grove Leisure Center. The Teen Center will be open Monday through Saturday; closed on Sundays. Park District staff will supervise the center during hours of operation. For more information, visit bensenvilleparkdistrict.org or contact Recreation Supervisor Lisa Semetko at 630.238.4920, or lsemetko@bensenvilleparkdistrict.org. TEEN CENTER EVENTS Teen Center Grand Opening | Saturday | September 1 | 4-6 pm Gamer’s Night | Friday | October 5 | 6-10 pm Free! Open Mic Nights | Saturdays | October 6 – December 1 | 8-10 pm Fright Night Films | Saturday | October 13 | 6:30-10 pm

NEW CARDIO EQUIPMENT & FALL FITNESS SALE Ten new state-of-the-art cardio fitness machines have been installed at our Fitness Center. Fitness Attendants will be on hand to instruct patrons on the new equipment. Be sure to try them out during our Free Fitness Week, September 4-8, where the Fitness Center and all group fitness classes are complimentary. Take advantage of our Fall Fitness Sale from September 4-October 15, when you can save 15% off of all Annual Fitness Memberships. Sale applies to new annual members for ages 14 and up. All new annual memberships will receive a complimentary fitness assessment from a personal trainer.

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FALL EVENTS AT FISCHER FARM Visit bensenvilleparkdistrict.org for more information. HANDS ON ARTS | SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 22 | NOON – 5 PM This free festival offers something for everyone; from visual arts to performing arts to literature, there is sure to be something of interest. Numerous performances including vocal, musical, theatrical and dance will take place while a hands-on area will allow visitors to try various mediums of art or try a musical instrument! Artists will have works for display and sale; books of all kinds – history, mystery, children’s stories and more. Attendees will be able to purchase food from area restaurants and drinks from local wineries and breweries! In the case of inclement weather this event will be held on September 23. HERITAGE DAY | SATURDAY | OCTOBER 13 | 10 AM – 4 PM An annual community event, fun for the whole family! Event highlights: Candle & Corn Husk Doll Making Pumpkin Painting Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Art & Craft Sale

The Bourbon Aristocracy Bluegrass Band Spinning Wheel & Weaving Demos Rug Braiding Yesteryear Sweet Store

Taylors Battery & World War I Reenactors Firing of the Cannon on the Hour

A six dollar wristband available at Fischer Farm on the day of event will get your child one pumpkin (children 13 and under while supplies last), pony rides, and unlimited access to the petting zoo. Ages 14 and up are complimentary.

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Bratwurst, burgers, hot dogs and beverages are available for purchase. In the case of inclement weather this event will be held on October 14.

FALL EVENTS AT WHITE PINES GOLF CLUB Visit whitepinesgolf.com for more information. CUSTOMER APPRECIATION GOLF OUTING | FRIDAY | OCT 5 | 12 PM SHOTGUN START / DINNER AFTER GOLF $30 includes 18 holes of golf and motor cart, contests, prizes, giveaways and dinner. BEARS TAILGATE PARTY & GOLF OUTING, BEARS VS. DOLPHINS | SUNDAY | OCTOBER 14 | 8:30 AM TEE OFF $40 includes 9 holes of golf and motor cart, Halftime buffet, chili (all game), contest, prizes and giveaways. NEW! INAUGURAL PAR 3 & SKILLS CHALLENGE | SUNDAY | OCTOBER 28 | 11AM $50 per player includes motor cart drawings, giveaways, prizes, and buffet lunch. NEW! HALLOWEEN PARTY HOSTED BY ROBERT DAVIS OF R-GANG | WEDNESDAY | OCT 31 | 7 – 10 PM Come out to the Bob-Oween party at 37 Bar & Grill. Robert Davis will host, DJ, and sing while guests dance the night away and sing karaoke. Robert is the lead vocalist for R-Gang who specializes in R&B, funk and soul performances. Make sure to wear your best Halloween costume for a chance to win prizes. Food and beverages specials will be available for purchase. Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

FALL EVENTS AT THE LEISURE CENTER Visit bensenvilleparkdistrict.org for more information. MONSTER MASH | THURSDAY | OCTOBER 25 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | LEISURE CENTER GYM All ages can come dressed in your Halloween best and enjoy spooky fun and games! Ghosts and goblins can compete in our annual costume contests; enjoy games with prizes, haunted mansion maze, a pumpkin bounce house, a creepy craft, and our spooky DJ. Free hotdogs, chips, and drinks will be available. The entire gym will be decorated and filled with fun frights! HALLOWEEN ZUMBA® | FRIDAY | OCTOBER 26 | 6-7PM Adults (Ages 14+) Exercise Room | Kids (Ages 6-13) Dance Room Kids and adults can join us for these special Zumba® classes Halloween style! Costumes are strongly encouraged to make this a dance party like no other. Fees are $6(R)/$8(NR); all group fitness passes are accepted and walk-ins are welcome.

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BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 YOU BELONG @BSD2!

District 2’s 2018-19 theme proclaims that ‘everyone is welcome here!’ BENSENVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 210 South Church Road Bensenville | Illinois 60106 www.bsd2.org 630 766 5940 Board of Education Robert F. “Bob” Laudadio | President Matthew Vassar | Vice President Katie Krajecki | Secretary Jorge Sanchez | Treasurer Christian Constante Alex Stitgen Susan Vitellaro Administration Dr. James Stelter Superintendent Dr. Kay Dugan Assistant Superintendent for Learning Paul Novack Chief Financial Officer Julie Colgrove Director of English Language Learning Juliann Greene Director of Special Education DIRECTORY OF SCHOOLS Blackhawk Middle School 630 766 2601 Perry Finch | Co-Principal Sarah Humboldt | Co-Principal Nicole Mrowice | Assistant Principal W.A. Johnson School 630 766 2605 Missy Baglarz | Co-Principal Carlos Patiño | Co-Principal Tioga School 630 766 2602 Carlos Azcoitia | Co-Principal Jeffrey Kersten | Co-Principal

Last fall, Nashville singer/songwriter Steve Seskin and fourth and fifth graders from W.A. Johnson School teamed up to write and perform a new song titled I Belong. The song proclaims that everyone is welcome here and we are stronger together, and it was inspired by Blackhawk Middle School’s 2017-18 theme, I Belong @blackhawk_ms. Later that winter, the song was recorded by Pete Sallis – another Nashville singer/songwriter – with backing vocals provided by the Blackhawk Middle School Chorus. Now, it it is the inspiration for Bensenville School District 2’s theme for the 2018-19 school year:

YOU BELONG @BSD2! You can check out the lyric video for I Belong on the District’s new website at www.bsd2.org, and over the course of the coming school year, you can use the following hashtags in your social media posts to tell the world why you belong here: #IBelonginBSD2 #IBelongatBlackhawk #IBelongatTioga #IBelongatJohnson

WELCOME TO BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2

A new year brings new teachers, administrators, and staff members to our schools and classrooms. TIOGA SCHOOL • Amanda Hannapel, Fourth-Grade Teacher • Mary Lizak, Special Education Self-Contained Pre-Kindergarten Teacher • Virginia Meglio, School Social Worker • Karina Perez, Bilingual School Psychologist • Maria Pruitt, English as a Second Language/Bilingual Teacher • Elizabeth Velasco, Bilingual First-Grade Teacher

Twenty-four new staff members joined District 2 for the 2018-19 school year. The new teachers, administrators, and staff members all went through the District’s two-day orientation program and were paired with mentors to assist them with their transitions into their new teaching positions. District 2 is excited to have such a talented group of educators preparing its students for a world of opportunities! BLACKHAWK MIDDLE SCHOOL • Nicole Mrowice, Assistant Principal • Ashleigh Dunbaugh, Sixth-Grade Math Teacher • Lauren Fabbri, Eighth-Grade Science Teacher • Kaitli Klingler, Special Education English/Language Arts Teacher • Lauren Kmiecik, Art Teacher • Carly Kwasnieski, Sixth-Grade English/Language Arts Teacher • Spencer Lent, Music Teacher • Victoria Mazzone, Sixth-Grade Social Studies Teacher • Jennifer McGraw, Special Education Math and English/Language Arts Teacher • Christina Wallace, Physical Education Teacher

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W.A. JOHNSON SCHOOL • Victoria Menelle, Special Education Teacher • Heather Chika, Special Education Teacher • Kathryn Parry, Second-Grade Teacher • Elida Patiño, English as a Second Language/Spanish Teacher • Cynthia Saavedra, Sheltered Third-Grade Teacher • Nicole Swick, Fifth-Grade Teacher • Bridget Tello, Kindergarten Teacher • Jacqueline Valenzuela, Bilingual Second-Grade Teacher

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NOW HIRING!

Over the next five years, Bensenville schools will receive $3 million to fund critical community schools initiatives through the Illinois State Board of Education’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers grants program.

Are you a teacher or college graduate?

$3 million grant will make Bensenville schools places where everyone belongs. What are community schools? “They’re schools that reach out to the entire community, making them places where everyone belongs,” said Dr. James Stelter, District 2 Superintendent of Schools. “They’re not only places where students get an education. Families are also there, getting the services and resources they need to succeed, too. They’re incredibly valuable assets for the entire community.” In Bensenville, these community schools will be known as RISE Academies, with RISE standings for Resources Invested in Community Enrichment. This grant will provide $150,000 a year for the next five years to fund RISE Academies at each of Bensenville School District 2’s three schools and at Fenton High School. Their programming will focus on such topics as... • Academic Enrichment • Technology • Arts Integration • Social-Emotional Learning

• College and Career Readiness • Parent and Family Programming

District 2 and Fenton are partnering with the Frida Kahlo Community Organization to operate the RISE Academies. The Frida Kahlo Community Organization has many years of experience providing similar programs for Chicago Public Schools, and has already offered several after-school arts and dance classes for BSD2 students over the past two years.

Get your start as a BSD2 substitute teacher! District 2 is hiring substitute teachers for the 2018-19 school year! If you have a bachelor’s degree in any subject, you are eligible to earn up to $140 per day at a nationally recognized school district, and receive paid training before your first day of teaching! Substitute teaching is a great way to make connections, build your resume, and even continue your job search while working in a rewarding and flexible environment. For more information, call Bensenville School District 2 at 630.766.5940, or apply online at www.bsd2.org.

WE WANT YOU!

To be a District 2 bus driver!

In addition to Frida Kahlo, seven other community-based organizations have also signed on to provide programming for the RISE Academies. Those partners include College of DuPage, Metropolitan Family Services’ DuPage Center, Bensenville Community Public Library, Mindful Practices, Columbia College of Chicago’s Department of Science & Mathematics’ Scientists for Tomorrow Program, University of Chicago’s Logan Center for the Arts, and Learning Dimensions. Look for more details about the exciting opportunities to be offered through these Rise Academies in the weeks and months to come.

DO YOU CARE?

Project CARE Welcome Day is September 7 Give just one hour of your time each week, and you can make a big difference in the lives of District 2 students! As a mentor with Project CARE Plus, you will mentor K-8 students in reading, math, science, or other subjects. To become a mentor, join us on Friday, September 7, at 10 am for a brief training session at the Educational Administration Center located at 210 South Church Road in Bensenville. Project CARE kicks off on Monday, September 17 To volunteer with Project CARE or for more information, please contact Lara Schwarz, Community Liaison and Project CARE Plus-Coordinator, at 630.766.2605, ext. 3202 or lschwarz@bsd2.org.

‘TRUNK-O-TREAT’

Don’t miss all the Halloween fun on Tuesday, October 30 Put on your costume and join us for Halloween fun for the whole family. Bensenville’s community Trunk-o-Treat will be held Tuesday, October 30, from 4-6 pm at all three District 2 schools: Blackhawk Middle School, Tioga School, and W.A. Johnson School. Each location will be hosting festive trunks giving away candy and Halloween goodies, and shuttle buses will run every 15 minutes between the schools until 5:45 pm. All riders must be at least 3 years old, and no strollers will be allowed on the bus. The event will take place rain or shine. In inclement weather, activities will move indoors at each of the schools. L IF E L ONG

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What We Offer: • $21/hour to start • Safety Bonus • Attendance Bonus

• Paid Training • 10 Sick Days • IMRF Pension

Work Available Includes: • Daily Routes • Field Trips • Late Buses • Summer Work Available What You Need: • Must be 21 years of age • Must have a valid license for three years or more with no breaks or suspensions. To apply, visit www.bsd2.org | Employment. For More Information, contact: Claire Cooper BSD2 Transportation Director 630.766.5940 ext. 1114 ccooper@bsd2.org.

WANT MORE BSD2 NEWS? Follow us on Facebook at Bensenville School District 2

BENSENVILLE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT BENSENVILLE

Bensenville Fire Protection District ISO Class 2 500 South York Road Bensenville | Illinois 60106 www.bensenvillefpd.org Chief Michael Spain Phone 630 594 1184 Cell 708 935 7198 Services CPR Child Safety Seat Checks Professional Fire Academy Citizens Fire Academy Safety Seminars

Clothes Dryer Safety

Doing laundry is most likely part of your every day routine. But did you know how important taking care of your clothes dryer is to the safety of your home? With a few simple safety tips you can help prevent a clothes dryer fire. KKK Have your dryer installed and serviced by a professional. KKK Do not use the dryer without a lint filter.

KKK Make sure you clean the lint filter before or after each load of laundry. Remove lint that has collected around the drum. KKK Rigid or flexible metal venting material should be used to sustain proper air flow and drying time.

KKK Make sure the air exhaust vent pipe is not restricted and the outdoor vent flap will open when the dryer is operating. Once a year, or more often if you notice that it is taking longer than normal for your clothes to dry, clean lint out of the vent pipe or have a dryer lint removal service do it for you. KKK Keep dryers in good working order. Gas dryers should be inspected by a qualified professional to make sure that the gas line and connection are intact and free of leaks. KKK Make sure the right plug and outlet are used and that the machine is connected properly. KKK Follow the manufacturer’s operating instructions and don’t overload your dryer.

KKK Turn the dryer off if you leave home or when you go to bed.

AND DON’T FOrGET...

Dryers should be properly grounded. Check the outdoor vent flap to make sure it is not covered by snow. Keep the area around your dryer clear of things that can burn, like boxes, cleaning supplies and clothing, etc. Clothes that have come in contact with flammable substances, like gasoline, paint thinner, or similar solvents should be laid outside to dry, then can be washed and dried as usual.

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BCPL Computer Basics, 2pm BCPL Spanish Storytime, 4:30pm BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm BPD Free Fitness, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes FHS Padres Unidos, 6:45pm

BPD Free Fitness, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BSD2 Project CARE Plus Welcome Back Seminar, 10 a.m., EAC

BPD Fitness Sale, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes through October 15 BPD Teen Center Grand Opening, 4-6pm, Teen Center

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BCPL Family Movie Night, 7pm BPD Free Fitness, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes Senior Luncheon, Monty’s, Doors open 10am (Incorporated Bensenville residents only - ticket sales end promptly at 11am) CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL Amazing Apples, 10:30am BPD Free Fitness, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Open House, 6pm BSD2 Board of Education Committee of the Whole/Special Meeting, 6:30pm, EAC

BCPL Harry Potter Trivia, 10:30am BPD Free Fitness, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BPD Bombers Basketball Tryouts, 9-10:30am, DGLC FHS Northwestern University Marching Band Day

BCPL Documentary Film Series, 7pm BCPL Trivia Night at Green St. Grille, 7pm BPD School of Dance & Movement classes begin, DGLC BSD2 Tioga PTA Meeting, 6:30pm

BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm BCPL September 11 Remembrance, 7pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL Art & Relaxation, 7pm

BCPL Intro to Photoshop, 2pm BCPL Polish Storytime, 4:30pm BCPL Teen Movie Showing, 6pm BCPL Cooking the Books, 7pm FHS Freshman Play Fall Community Yard Sale BSD2 Pre-Kindergarten Screening at Tioga–call for appointment BSD2 W.A. Johnson Coffee with the Principal, 5 pm BSD2 W.A. Johnson PTA Meeting, 6pm

Fall Community Yard Sale BSD2 Pre-Kindergarten Screening at Tioga--call for appointment

BCPL Spanish Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Board Game Saturdays, 1pm Fall Community Yard Sale

BCPL Pokemon with the Gaming Goat, 6pm BCPL Microsoft Word, 6pm BCPL Hispanic Heritage Month Film Fest, 7pm BCPL Library Board Meeting, 7:30pm BSD2 Project CARE Plus begins

BCPL Elementary Art, 6:30pm BCPL Colombian Coffee, 7pm FHS Food For Families @Tioga 4pm FHS FAFSA Financial Aid Night, 6:30pm Committee of the Whole, 6:30pm, VH BSD2 Tioga Power Up with the Principals, 9am BSD2 Food for Families, 4-6pm., Tioga

BCPL DIY Yarn Apples, 7pm BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC BSD2 Board of Education Meeting, 7pm, EAC

BCPL Film Fanatics: A Quiet Place, 7pm Neighborhood Watch Seminar (English), 7pm, Bensenville Police Department BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School PTO Meeting, 6pm

BCPL Bluestem Book Club, 10:30am BCPL Spanish Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Hispanic Heritage Crafts, 12pm BCPL Frida Kahlo and Mexican Art, 2pm BPD Hands on Arts, noon-5pm, Fischer Farm

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BPD Street Beat 5K Run, 8am, DGLC FHS Homecoming Dance 7:30pm B-Well Bensenville with Street Beat, 8am, DGLC BSD2 ILMEA Junior Auditions (Grade 6-8 Band and Chorus), 7am-5pm, Blackhawk Middle School BSD2 W.A. Johnson School Fall Fest, 4-7pm

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Save 15% off of all Annual Fitness Memberships. Sale applies to new annual members for ages 14 and up. All new annual memberships will receive a complimentary fitness assessment from a personal trainer.

FALL FITNESS SALE | September 4-October 15

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BCPL No School Matinees, 11am BCPL Using the Internet, 6pm BCPL Documentary Film Series, 7pm BPD Days off School Care, 7am-6pm, DGLC FHS COLUMBUS DAY - NO SCHOOL

BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm BCPL Game Night: Loteria, 7pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL Family Movie Night, 7pm BCPL Latin Foods Night, 7pm FHS FAFSA Completion Workshop, 6pm CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, VH Senior Luncheon, Monty’s, Doors open 10am (Incorporated Bensenville residents only - ticket sales end promptly at 11am) BSD2 Blackhawk MS Book Fair

BCPL Art & Relaxation, 7pm BPD Trivia & Pizza, 12-2pm, DGLC, Oak Room

BCPL The Perfect Pumpkin, 10:30am BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC BSD2 Blackhawk MS Book Fair BSD2 1st Trimester Mid-Term BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Family Literacy Night, 6 p.m

BCPL Using the Internet, 2pm BCPL Polish Storytime, 4:30pm BCPL Teen Movie Showings, 6pm FHS Bandarama, 7pm BSD2 Tioga International Night, 6-7 pm BSD2 W.A. Johnson Reading Night and Book Fair, 6pm

BCPL Setting Up Gmail, 2pm BCPL Spanish Storytime, 4:30pm BCPL Financial Literacy Night with MB Financial, 7pm BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm FHS Padres Unidos, 6:45pm BSD2 Blackhawk MS Book Fair BSD2 1st Trimester Progress Reports BSD2 W.A. Johnson PTA Meeting, 6pm

BCPL Are You Afraid of the Dark, 6:30pm

BCPL No School Matinees, 11am BPD Days off School Care, 7am-6pm, DGLC BPD Customer Appreciation Golf, 12pm, White Pines Golf Club BPD Teen Gamer’s Night, 6-10pm, Teen Center BSD2 No School--Teacher Institute Day

BCPL Budding Bookworms, 10:30am BPD Heritage Day , 10am-4pm, Fischer Farm BPD Teen Fright Night Films, 6:30-10pm, Teen Center

BCPL Caudill Book Club, 10:30am BPD Teen Open Mic Night, 8-10pm, Teen Center

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BCPL Computer Basics, 6pm BCPL Hispanic Heritage Month Film Fest, 7pm BCPL Library Board Meeting, 7:30pm BSD2 Tioga PTA Meeting, 6:30pm

BCPL Elementary Art, 6:30pm BCPL Papel Picado, 7pm FHS Food For Families @Fenton, 4pm Committee of the Whole, 6:30pm, VH BSD2 Tioga Power Up with the Principals, 9am

BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC BSD2 Board of Education Meeting, 7pm, EAC

BCPL Film Fanatics, 7pm FHS Parent Teacher Conferences, 12:30 – 8pm FHS AFSA Workshop, 1 – 5pm Neighborhood Watch Seminar (English), 7pm, Bensenville Police Department BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Picture Retake Day BSD2 Tioga Picture Retake Day (Grades K-5) and PreK Picture Day

BCPL Family Film Creature Feature, 7pm FHS Teacher Institute Day - No School for Students

BCPL Spanish Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Board Game Saturdays, 1pm BCPL Cemetery Road Trip, 2pm BPD Haunted History, 6-7:30pm, Fischer Farm BPD Teen Open Mic Night, 8-10pm, Teen Center

BCPL Bingo for Kids, 6:30pm BCPL Bensenville Reads: Jonathan Sebastian, 7pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL Vampire Ball, 10:30am BCPL GingerDEAD Zombies, 5pm FHS Board of Education Meeting 7pm

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She Kills Monsters on October 25, 26 and 27 at 7:00 pm in the Lewis-Huffman Auditorium. Tickets are $5.00 each and may be purchased at the door. Free senior citizens matinee performance will be held on Saturday, October 27 at 1pm.

BCPL No School Matinees, 11am BCPL Halloween BOO-Tacular, 6:30pm BPD Days off School Care, 7am-6pm, DGLC BPD Halloween Zumba, Kids & Adults, 6-7pm, DGLC FHS Fall Play She Kills Monsters,7pm BSD2 No School Parent-Teacher Conferences, 7:30am.-3pm

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BCPL Book Brunch, 10am BCPL Meditation, 7pm BPD Monster Mash, 5:30-7:30pm, DGLC FHS Fall Play She Kills Monsters,7pm Neighborhood Watch Seminar (Spanish), 7pm, Bensenville Police Department BSD2 Parent-Teacher Conferences, 3-8pm

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