Community Newsletter JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2019 by Village of Bensenville

JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2019

BENSENVILLE PARK DISTRICT WINTER AND SPRING REGISTRATION IS UNDERWAY

The Park District Winter/Spring 2019 Program Guide is full of new and returning classes, programs and events that are available to you and your family this Winter and Spring. We have classes and programs for both youth and adults alike. Teach Me Sports, offers your little ones the opportunity to learn the basics of a variety of sports while learning teamwork and sportsmanship. This season is recital season for our School of Dance and Movement, participants will get the chance to showcase their moves and what they have learned this season on stage. Our active adults have all sorts of trips which are open to them both near and far. Check out the Program Guide at BensenvilleParkDistrict.org and see exactly what we are boasting about.

WATER PARK PASS SALE

Be sure to take advantage of the lowest prices of the season, save up to 30% by purchasing your Water Park Pass by January 31. Save up to 15% on passes purchased between February 1 and April 30, 2019. Passes may be purchased at Deer Grove Leisure Center. Visit BensenvilleParkDistrict.org or call 630.766.7015 for amenities, pricing and proof of residency requirements.

WOOD ST. FITNESS

We want to help make New Year’s resolutions come true! This year is the year to commit to fitness! Wood St. Fitness is here to assist you with all your fitness related goals. A wide range of strength and cardio equipment provides you the resources to complete almost any workout. Our personal trainers are here to cater to your individual goals and our group fitness classes add accountability and fun to your workout. Nutrition coaching provides you the knowledge you need to develop a sustainable diet. No initiation fees or annual membership fees make Wood St. an affordable environment to work out in.

TRY OUR FITNESS CENTER AND CLASSES ON US! January 7 through January 12 Attend any adult fitness class, at any time during our Free Fitness dates. Try a few of our class offerings, or feel free to try them all! Take advantage of our Fitness Center and come work out as many times as you like between January 7-12. Make sure to check out the Group Fitness Class Calendar for class dates, times, and hours of operation at BensenvilleParkDistrict.org or the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

HOPE DUPAGE: Resources, Prevention, and Education DuPage County, like many communities across the United States, is facing an opioid epidemic that has cut short the lives of too many of our residents. Most people who develop an addiction to opioids begin with legitimate use of opioids, which then develops into misuse of opioids. In order to help protect yourself and family members from the misuse of prescription drugs, remove any expired, unwanted, or unused medications from your home and learn how to safely dispose of them. There are several drug take back locations throughout DuPage County where you can safely dispose of medications. Bensenville residents can take steps to reduce the opioid epidemic by safely disposing of their medications at the Bensenville Police Department’s RxBox, located at 345 E Green Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. The Heroin/Opioid Prevention and Education (HOPE) Taskforce is a joint operation of the DuPage County Board and the DuPage County Board of Health. The HOPE DuPage website was launched in August 2018 to provide the community with information about opioid misuse, how to prevent it, and provide community support and resources. Visit hopedupage.org to view various resources, including safe drug disposal sites across DuPage, how to talk to your doctor about pain and safe prescribing, how to recognize and respond to an overdose, and

treatment and recovery resources.

SMALL GROUP TRAINING CLASSES Tuesdays | 6-7 pm Group training gives a more focused, individualized workout in a small group setting. You can expect to see changes in exercise routines that will keep your workouts interesting, challenging and dynamic. Workouts will include using weights and other functional strength training equipment. Classes are held in the Deer Grove Leisure Center’s Exercise Room and are complimentary for those with Fitness Center + Classes Membership, $6 for daily resident fee, or fitness punch pass. Visit BensenvilleParkDistrict.org for the class schedule and more information.

IN THIS ISSUE Bensenville Park District Fenton Community High School Village of Bensenville Bensenville Community Public Library Elementary School District 2 Fire Department Community Events

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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 March/April is January 28, 2019.

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SCHOOL OF DANCE AND MOVEMENT | RECITAL SEASON 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

COMING IN MARCH! St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations at White Pines | March 15-17 All Around the House Quilt Show at Fischer Farm March 30-31

Classes begin in January so make sure to sign up soon. Our passionate instructors teach classes with emphasis on skill development and socialization to assure a positive group dance experience, where every dancer excels. The winter/spring session is dedicated to rehearsing for our annual spring dance recital where students will showcase their best ballet, dance, cheer, tumbling, and gymnastic moves! Families and friends are invited to show support and spend the afternoon applauding the young performers! For class times and descriptions, visit BensenvilleParkDistrict.org or call 630.766.7015.

FRIDAY NIGHT FISH FRY BEGINS FEBRUARY 22! FEBRUARY 22 THROUGH APRIL 19 | 4:30 – 8:30PM

The White Pines Friday Night Fish Fry features an all-you-can-eat fresh fish dinner which includes a soup and salad bar along with offering a variety of entrees and desserts. Specialty wines, beers, and a full bar will be available. Call for reservations at 630.766.0304 x2.

SAVE THE DATE! Saturday, March 17 | St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Golf and food specials available Friday, Saturday and Sunday! Call our pro shop at 630.766.0304 x1 or book your time online at WhitePinesGolf.com.

YOUTH SOCCER TRAINING The Youth Soccer Training Program is designed for players ages 4 through 14 who are looking to learn the basics and fundamentals of soccer. Participants work on fitness, foot skills, and basic tactical movement. Winter and Spring sessions are available. Registration is currently underway; register your child early for space is limited. More information can be found at BensenvilleParkDistrict.org. Registrations are being taken at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

OAK ROOM The Oak Room is an active adult drop-in center at the Deer Grove Leisure Center and offers use of a TV, card tables, cards, puzzles, board games and books. Open drop-in is available anytime the Oak Room is not in scheduled use. Hours are Monday-Friday, 9am-10pm and Saturdays and Sundays, 9am-5pm. JANUARY AND FEBRUARY SPECIAL EVENTS January 17 | Lunch Bunch & Bingo, Chinese February 6 | Trivia and Pizza February 21 | Lunch Bunch & Bingo, Lasagna

SWEETHEART BALL SATURDAY | FEBRUARY 9 | 6-9PM Dads and daughters, moms and sons come celebrate Valentine’s Day! Children ages 4-12 are invited with a parent or grandparent to a special evening with dinner, dancing, entertainment, and beautiful flowers. Dress in formal attire for your night at the White Pines Golf Club Banquet Hall. Register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center by February 6; space is limited so register early. Fees are $22/$27 per child and $20/$25 per adult.

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FENTON HIGH SCHOOL FENTON BOARD MEMBER RECOGNIZED BY IASB AND FENTON 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

Fenton Community High School District 100 congratulates Mr. Paul Wedemann, Board of Education President, as Level I of the Master Board Member Program. Mr. Wedemann was recognized at the Illinois Association of School Boards (IASB) Fall Division Meeting. To be recognized at this level a board member must earn at least 60 points through participation in professional development opportunities through the IASB. Master Board Member points are earned by attending IASB division meetings, governing meetings, legislative leadership programs as well as holding positions of leadership within the Association. Upon receiving the recognition, he stated, “I am honored to receive this recognition from IASB on behalf of Fenton High School. This has truly been a rewarding experience to work with the Board and Fenton staff to effect positive changes contributing to the success of Fenton High School students. We will continue to strive for educational excellence for each of our students.” Mr. Wedemann and his family have been Bensenville residents since 1994, and both of his children are Fenton graduates. Mr. Wedemann was elected to the Fenton Community High School District 100 Board of Education in April 2015. During his tenure on the Board, the District has accomplished the following:

The District 100 Board of Education will hold regular business meetings on Wednesday January 30 and February 20. 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.

• Completed a major building renovation project, which focused on a renovated Academic Resource Center, Cafeteria, secure front entrance, offices and classrooms

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

• AP Honor Roll District

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• Supported the 1:1 initiative providing a Chromebook to every student • Increased graduation and 9th grade on track to graduate rates • Moved from deficit spending to a balanced budget in 2018-19 • Developed a-three-year District Strategic Plan for 2018-2021

Thank you Paul Wedemann for all you do.

FENTON RECOGNIZED ON COLLEGE BOARD’S 9TH ANNUAL AP® DISTRICT HONOR ROLL Fenton District 100 is one of 373 school districts in the U.S. and Canada being honored by the College Board with placement on the 9th Annual AP® District Honor Roll. To be included on the 9th Annual Honor Roll, Fenton had to, since 2016, increase the number of students participating in AP while also increasing or maintaining the percentage of students earning AP Exam scores of 3 or higher. Reaching these goals shows that this district is successfully identifying motivated, academically prepared students who are ready for AP.

“This recognition is for our students, parents, teachers, staff, and community who embraced this journey which started approximately four years ago. We deliberately changed our Advanced Placement program by having the mindset of equity access and inclusiveness, and this recognition is the fruition of this on-going and challenging work,” says James Ongtengco, Superintendent.

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FENTON STATE REPORT CARD 2018 | Commendable School The Illinois State Board of Education released our annual School Report Card on October 31, 2018. This Report Card shows how well school are progressing on a wide range of educational indicators. It includes information about academic growth and achievement, student and teacher demographics, enrollment, and district-level financial information. A few of Fenton’s academic indicators include a graduation rate which is at 93%, and 9th grade on track to graduate on time which is at 92%. These indicators have continued to improve over the past five years.

JCS Fund Young People’s Music Initiative Grant Fenton High School District 100 Bands would like to thank the JCS Fund of the DuPage Foundation for the support of these handsome new sousaphones for our band program. We are forever grateful! They make our tuba players look and sound great!

In addition to student data, each school’s Report Card also now includes a designation, a descriptor of how well our school is meeting the needs of all students, based on 10 measures of performance goals. Fenton High School’s designation is COMMENDABLE.

• No underperforming student groups at or below the all students group in the lowest-performing 5% of all schools • Eligible to apply to serve as an IL-EMPOWER Learning Partner At Fenton High School, we hold high expectations for all students, and we believe every student can meet our expectations with the appropriate supports. You can review the entire report card at illinoisreportcard.org. Our students and staff are doing amazing things at Fenton and continue to strive to reach higher goals everyday. 4 YEAR GRADUATION RATE (%)

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The Commendable designation means: • Performance not in the top 10% of all schools • High schools with graduation rate higher than 67%

Illinois State Board of Education Awards Grant to Fenton and Bensenville District 2

JCS Arts, Health and Education Fund Healthy Lifestyles Grant Guidelines

DuPage County is one of the healthiest counties in Illinois according to the 2018 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps. Despite this high ranking, data still shows significant prevalence of chronic disease such as stroke, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, obesity and arthritis.

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. Fenton was informed by the Illinois State Board of Education that Fenton, District 2, and the Freda Kahlo Organizations are the recipients of this grant.

The JCS Fund of the DuPage Foundation is offering Healthy Lifestyles grants totaling $75,000 focused on evidenced-based programs that encourage healthy eating and

physical activity. DuPage County is one of the healthiest counties in Illinois according to the 2018 County Health Rankings & Roadmaps. Despite this high ranking, data still shows significant order to reduce applicant time and cost, the JCS Fund began the process by prevalence of chronic disease such as stroke, cancer, diabetes, heart disease, In obesity accepting letters of intent (LOI) describing the proposed program. JCS Fund advisors and arthritis.

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reviewed the LOI’s and selected multiple organizations to submit a complete grant application. Please note that not all of the organizations that submit an application

The JCS Fund of the DuPage Foundation is offering Healthy Lifestyles grants totaling will receive funding. $75,000 focused on evidenced-based programs that encourage healthy eating and physical activity. Organizations selected are invited to submit an application expanding upon the program that was described in their LOI. To assist in the preparation of the application, the

In order to reduce applicant time and cost, the JCS Fund began the process byfollowing are the guidelines that were provided during the LOI process: accepting letters of intent (LOI) describing the proposed program. JCS Fund advisors Proposed programs/projects should address one or more of the following challenges reviewed the LOI’s and selected multiple organizations to submit a complete grant and should include references to the scientific support for the proposed approach. application. Please note that not all of the organizations that submit an application Some strategies that address these challenges are available in the Illinois Department will receive funding. of Public Health State Health Improvement Plan: http://www.idph.state.il.us/ship/icc/documents/SHIP-FINAL.pdf

Organizations selected are invited to submit an application expanding upon the program that was described in their LOI. To assist in the preparation of the application, the • Increased opportunities for healthy eating. Focus areas include: o Increasing access to affordable healthy food following are the guidelines that were provided during the LOI process:

Below is a quick summary of the grant. Fenton will offer to students and parents

o Decreasing access to unhealthy food

Fenton partnered with Holy Ghost Community to help our students in need, they responded with $1000 in gift cards for gas, food, and restaurant vouchers and more than $500 worth of toiletries and hygiene products. Holy Ghost provided Turkey dinners and weekend food baskets to assist our families. Mrs. Roberts, Fenton’s Assistant Principal says, “This community is amazing to work with and work for! When basic needs are met, it is a little easier to focus on learning at school.”

o Enhancing communication approaches to provide accurate and Proposed programs/projects should address one or more of the following challenges identifiable information about healthy eating to diverse populations and should include references to the scientific support for the proposed approach. Some strategies that address these challenges are available in the Illinois Department • Increased opportunities for physical activity. Focus areas include: of Public Health State Health Improvement Plan: o Increasing physical activity opportunities for children ages 0-18 http://www.idph.state.il.us/ship/icc/documents/SHIP-FINAL.pdf o Increasing the number of organizations in business, health care and

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Increased opportunities for healthy eating. Focus areas include: o Increasing access to affordable healthy food o Decreasing access to unhealthy food o Enhancing communication approaches to provide accurate and identifiable information about healthy eating to diverse populations

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Increased opportunities for physical activity. Focus areas include: o Increasing physical activity opportunities for children ages 0-18 o Increasing the number of organizations in business, health care and government that improve their wellness approaches through increased opportunities to access water, healthy food vending, physical activity, health promotion programs and benefit/deductible savings o Creating policy, systems, and environmental approaches to increasing physical activity in the built environment

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• The purpose of the grant is to provide students after school enrichment opportunities in the areas of art, music, dance, fitness, social emotional, science/technology/STEM, tutoring, and academics.

government that improve their wellness approaches through increased opportunities to access water, healthy food vending, physical activity, health promotion programs and benefit/deductible savings o Creating policy, systems, and environmental approaches to increasing physical activity in the built environment

• The duration of the grant is for five years, and the programs that will be rolled out are free of charge.

• There will be a parent/community component. • There will be two site coordinators that will manage the after school and parent programs. We are excited to offer new opportunities to students and parents, and we believe this is another avenue to enrich our students’ experiences.

Fenton Receives Illinois Library Grant to expand Digital Library Fenton Librarian Steven Smidl applied for the State of Illinois Library Grant and was awarded $1,104.75 to provide supplemental support for the library program to enhance student learning and academics. Mr. Smidl stated, “Since we do not have a large collection of digital books, I am trying to build that collection through our cooperative of shared resources through eRead Illinois. The money will be allocated towards new audiobooks that service underdeveloped readers.” He is excited to use these funds to expand the library. This is the 3rd consecutive year Fenton has been awarded this grant under Mr. Smidl. BE NSE NVIL L E

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Steven Smidl, Fenton Librarian working with a student in the Academic Resource Center

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FENTON STUDENT ARTIST AWARDS AT WOOD DALE LIBRARY Fenton student artwork exhibits at the Wood Dale Library featured student artwork selected by teachers. Below are the student art winners selected on November 13, 2018. Congratulations to the students and teachers Angelica Zima and JoAnna Rieger. 2D/AP Art 3rd place | Aitanna Nadala 2nd place | Serena Napolitano 1st place | Hanna Matuszewski

Drawing 3rd place | David Alcaraz 2nd place | Kaya Lajdorf 1st place | Giselle Robles

Jewelry 3rd place | Angela Casas copper 2nd place | Aleksandra Zajac copper 1st place | Noelia Montoya wire

Painting 3rd place | Javier Garcia 2nd place | Gina Lozano 1st place | Ola Czyzyck

Sculpture 3rd place | Samantha Romero 2nd place | Daylin Maentanis 1st place | Elma Jaimes

Ceramics 3rd place | Auner De Leon Soto 2nd place | Juan Tomas Garcia 1st place | Lizeth Nuñez

2D 3rd place | Jasmin Gordon sharie 2nd place | Diana Lagunas sharie 1st place | Jessica Padilla mixed

MUSIC STUDENTS RECOGNIZED BY ILLINOIS MUSIC EDUCATORS ASSOCIATION Congrats to the Fenton students selected for All-District or All-State participation! All-District participants performed last month, and All-State participants will travel to Peoria in January to rehearse and perform. (*All State).

Chorus Hannah Ceaser (11) Jason Garcia (10) Megan Jobe (11) *Daniel Mathew (12) *Nazarii Mykhailenko (12) *Monika Nevarez (12) Danielle Smith (12) Ann Sofineti (11) Bartlomiej Sporna (10) Karolina Zawitkowska (11)

Vocal Jazz Ensemble Monika Navarez (12) Danielle Smith (12) Ann Sofineti (11) Music Honor Ensembles *Alexis Vargas, Clarinet | Band *Hannah Ceaser, Bassoon | Orchestra Brianna Ketter, Trumpet | Jazz Band II Arek Gadomski, Trombone Jazz Band III Alexis Vargas, Trumpet | Jazz Band II

2018 Fenton Fall Sports Conference, Sectional/Regional Champs, All Conference, All Academic and State Qualifiers IHSA STATE QUALIFIERS Ruth Kirkwood (Girls Cross Country) Sam Elizondo (Boys Cross Country) SECTIONAL/REGIONAL CHAMPS Boys Soccer MSC CONFERENCE CHAMPS Boys Golf

ALL CONFERENCE Boys Cross Country Samuel Elizondo Football Jeffrey Andrews Austin Adkins Kyle Cacioppo Julian Giles Golf Marcus Astorga Nikolas Fischer Boys Soccer Ismael Ibarez Ivan Jaramillo Konrad Madej Branny Salas Abraham Sanchez

Girls Volleyball Mackenzie Miller Victoria Krzyszkowski ALL- ACADEMIC Boys Cross Country Nathan Exonde Pawel Gasior Roman Gomez Christopher Kovich Manuel Saucedo Matthew Sisto Christian Zavala Football Austin Adkins Jeffrey Andrews Kyle Cacioppo Fabian Calvillo Paul Garcia Campos

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Kevin Gonzalez Jacob Jarmolinski Angelo Mendoza Eric Moreno Josue Rivas Monzon Ricardo Saucedo Golf Marcus Astorga Patrick Block Marco Faraone Matthew Janovsky Soccer Ricardo Avelar Javier Cabral Ismael Ibarez Moises Noyola Ethan Rojas

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Dance Force Jordan Blanche Karsen Ericksen Idelman Abigail Lechuga Marilyn Medina Analisa Murillo Natalie Matiello Kirby O’Donnell Vanessa Silva Carolyn Stadnyk Isabelle Swanson Nicole Thomasy Mayerlli Torres Girls Swimming Jessica Cox Gabrielle Molinaro Izabella Niemczuk Kylie Peterson Hannah Tibbetts

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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

VILLAGE RESPONDS TO NOVEMBER WINTER STORM On November 25, 2018, Chicagoland was hit with the first major winter storm of the season. Bensenville received over 8.5 inches in some areas. Village crews promptly responded with 17 crew members to clear the streets. The Village used a total of 220 man-hours, 487 gallons of liquid (Beet Heat / Brine mix) and 99.95 tons of salt. Crews plowed 107 miles of roadway and 5.73 miles of alleyways. In Addition, the Village continually communicated with ComEd regarding the affected outages within the Village. Once it was determined that some outages were going to be extended, the Village provided residents with an opportunity to utilize a 24-hour warming center with the CodeRed alert system. “The Village of Bensenville is

proud to have served every resident that came to the warming center,” said Village President Frank DeSimone.

Nicholas Panicola Jr. Armando Perez Village Clerk Nancy Quinn Village Manager Evan K. Summers

WANT TO GET NOTIFIED IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY?

HELP KEEP SNOW OFF THE STREETS

Sign up for CodeRED to receive important alerts! The Village uses the CodeRED notification system to release important notifications to residents and businesses. Multiple numbers can be submitted for a person or business. A CodeRED message will have the caller ID # 866.419.5000 for emergencies. We suggest that you program these numbers into your cell phone as a new contact and use CodeRED as the contact name. To sign up for the CodeRED system, go to the Village Website Home Page and click the CodeRed Alert System icon. The highlighted link will take you to the enrollment page where you will be asked to create an account. For additional information or to register by phone, please call 630.350.3461.

Permission for overnight parking on Village streets will not be granted after a snowfall of two inches (2”) or more. In order to ensure effective plowing and salting operations, it is imperative vehicles are not parked on Village streets or in alleys. Alley parking is prohibited at any time. Please do not park or keep a vehicle on public streets after a (2”) or more snowfall for twenty four (24) hours, or until the streets have been cleared of snow. Vehicles in violation will be ticketed and towed. Snow plowing or dumping snow from sidewalks and driveways onto the public streets or public alleyways is prohibited.

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WELCOME NEW POLICE CHIEF DAN SCHULZE

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Chief Dan Schulze has been selected by the Village of Bensenville to lead the Police Department into the next chapter after the retirement of former Chief Frank Kosman. Chief Schulze is a professional law enforcement officer with over thirty years of experience in all ranks and divisions including ten years as Commander of the regional Major Crimes Taskforce. He served as President of the Fraternal Order of Police lodge and understands the challenges police officers face from both a labor as well as a management perspective. He approaches this new challenge with both confidence and humility: confidence that he has the ability to apply his experience, and humility in knowing the police officers of Bensenville have knowledge and experience to bring to the table as well. Shortly after the 1993 Browns Chicken murders in Palatine, Illinois, the consensus was reached that municipal police lacked the means to conduct long-term complex investigations such as homicides. The solution was to form a taskforce consisting of the best detectives from multiple jurisdictions to pool their resources and share information to combat this problem. Chief Schulze was ultimately chosen by the chiefs of the twenty-one towns that comprised the taskforce to be one of its leaders. Shortly after inception, he was chosen for the director’s position and commanded the taskforce for over 10 years supervising over fifty homicide investigations. He believes policing in a modern society involves embracing the community. Since coming to Bensenville he has met the majority of the Police Officers as well as some of the Firefighters, Village employees, and residents and is very impressed with the spirt of cooperation between the various Village departments. Chief Schulze appreciates the Village’s warm welcome and looks forward to meeting the residents and serving the community.

CP HOLIDAY TRAIN MAKES FIRST EVER STOP IN BENSENVILLE For the first time, on Thursday, December 6, 2018, approximately 400 attendees welcomed the CP Rail Holiday Train as it pulled into Bensenville at the corner of South York Road and Railroad Avenue. This was the first time that Bensenville had been selected as a stop and was one of only two stops in Illinois. The CP Rail Holiday Train serves as a way to raise awareness of local hunger issues and encouraged attendees to bring a non-perishable food item for donation to benefit the food pantry.

Bensenville - Wood Dale Food Pantry today. This is by far the coolest thing I’ve been a part of as Village President and hope it is something we can continue to be a part of in years to come.”

The Village thanks the hundreds of attendees who brought a donation for the food pantry including local Bensenville businesses like Chase Frank DeSimone (left) and Jim Hamill (right) Bank of Bensenville who surrounded by donations from residents and donated over 1,000 canned local businesses like Chase Bank of Bensengoods. Hot chocolate was ville who donated over 1,000 canned goods to also provided by Bella Vista the Bensenville-Wood Dale Food Pantry. Banquets where 100% of the Village President Frank DeSimone braved the proceeds will benefit the food pantry. The event elements and welcomed guests to the event while culminated with a $10,000 donation from CP Rail aboard the fold out stage car by saying, “Thank to the Bensenville – Wood Dale Food Pantry. you everyone for your overwhelming support to the

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Republic Services Holiday Trash Pick Up Schedule If one of the following holidays is celebrated on a Sunday, Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday, your collection will be delayed one day. NEW YEARS DAY | JANUARY 1, 2019 MEMORIAL DAY | MAY 27, 2019 INDEPENDENCE DAY | JULY 4, 2019 LABOR DAY | SEPTEMBER 2, 2019

From left to right: Steve Skurski, Mary Ribando, Nicholas Panicola, Joe Caracci, Frank DeSimone, Evan K. Summers, and Ann Franz.

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2018 HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE Thank you to all who participated in this year’s Holiday Toy Drive. We would like to especially thank the following organizations for your participation and support to help make this year’s Village Toy and Bensenville / Wood Dale Rotary coat drive a huge success!

HONOR FLIGHT HOCKEY SAVE THE DATE SAVE THE DATE! Honor Flight Chicago’s Law Enforcement Hockey Classic is March 2nd at the Edge Ice Arena, 735 East Jefferson Street in Bensenville. For more information or to purchase your tickets, please visit honorflightchicago.org/event/ hockey/.

Agility Logistics American Legion Post 1205 Bensenville Chamber of Commerce Bensenville Community Public Library Bensenville Park District Bensenville Police Department Bensenville School District 2 Bensenville / Wood Dale Food Pantry Bensenville / Wood Dale Rotary Club Blumberg Family Dental Care Bridgeway of Bensenville Castle Towers Century Metal Spinning Company Chase Bank Chicago Blues Hockey Club CPT Network Solutions Walgreens

DuKane Chapter A.B.A.T.E of Illinois Edge Ice Arena Fenton High School and Student Council Hair Shapers Just in Time Staffing Old Second Bank Precise Digital Printing Republic Services Roesch Ford Semblex Corporation Teamster Horsemen Motorcycle Association Chapter 25 TCF Bank Tioga Elementary School Two Chef’s Restaurant W.A. Johnson Elementary

JOIN US FOR OUR JANUARY 8TH AND FEBRUARY 5TH SENIOR LUNCHEONS! Incorporated Bensenville residents aged 55 and over are invited to enjoy a meal and play some bingo at Monty’s Banquet Hall located at 703 South York Road. The cost is $4.00 for a great meal, raffle prizes, and bingo. If you would like to join, simply show up at Monty’s the day of the event with your ID. Doors open at 10am and lunch begins around 11am. Ticket sales end promptly at 11am. If you have any questions, please call the senior hotline at 630.350.3426.

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BENSENVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY Upcoming Author Visits! AUTHOR WILLIAM HAZELGROVE: The Wright Brothers 200 South Church Road Bensenville | Illinois 60106 www.benlib.org 630 766 4642 HOURS Mon-Thurs | 9am-9pm Friday-Saturday | 9am-5pm Sunday | 1pm-5pm Board of Trustees Susan Z. Diamond | President Linda Weiss | Vice President Susan Earley | Treasurer Tina Lux | Secretary Kathleen “Kathy” Quinn Jim Ricker Mandi Zalewski David Sieffert | Library Director LIBRARY CLOSINGS Tuesday, January 1 | New Year’s Day Please note that the Library will be open on President’s Day (Monday, February 18)

SATURDAY | JANUARY 19 @ 2:00 PM How could two brothers who never left home, were high-school dropouts, and made a living as bicycle mechanics have figured out the secret of manned flight? Join us in welcoming historian and author William Hazelgrove as he presents his new history of the Wright Brothers’ monumental accomplishment – focusing on their early years of trial and error at Kitty Hawk. Combing through original archives and family letters, Hazelgrove’s richly researched and well-told tale of the Wright Brothers’ landmark achievement captures the excitement of the times at the start of the American century. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and to be signed by the author.

AUTHOR SHERMAN L. JENKINS: The Story of Ted Strong Jr. SUNDAY | FEBRUARY 10 @ 2:00 PM Ted Strong Jr. was one of the first two-sport professional athletes in the U.S. – a major star of the Negro Leagues and one of the original Harlem Globetrotters. Despite his athletic dominance in the 1930s and 40s, he has largely been forgotten in American sports history. Through his extensive research and hours of interviews, author Sherman L. Jenkins shares the fascinating story of Ted Strong Jr. and the determination of a significant figure in the early history of African American athletes in his book Ted Strong Jr.: The Untold Story of an Original Harlem Globetrotter and Negro Leagues All-Star. A limited number of free, signed copies of the book will be available at the program.

MEDICAL CANNABIS AND YOU SUNDAY | JANUARY 27 AT 2:00 PM Are you curious about medical cannabis? Medical cannabis, aka medical marijuana, is now available in Illinois. What does it mean for you? Is it safe? How does a patient get it? Kirsten Velasco, Patient Advocate for Illinois Women in Cannabis (NFP), will answer all of your questions with a presentation covering the science, biology, laws, application process, and patient experience, followed by an open Q & A. All are welcome.

UNDERSTANDING AND DESTIGMATIZING MENTAL ILLNESS SATURDAY | FEBRUARY 16 @ 2:00 PM The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) DuPage’s mission is to provide support, advocacy, and education in order to improve the quality of life of individuals with mental illnesses and their families. We will be joined by a representative from the NAMI DuPage Speaker’s Bureau, who will discuss their experience with having a mental illness and how they began and maintain their recovery. Explore free community mental health related services available through NAMI DuPage, including support groups, education, recreation, job readiness classes, and more.

NATURE Rx: How Nature is Good for Our Minds, Bodies, and Souls SUNDAY | FEBRUARY 24 AT 2:00 PM The Conservation Foundation, a non-profit land and river protection organization with a mission to preserve and restore our environment in DuPage, Kane, Kendall and Will Counties, will discuss the benefits of nature to our own health, planting native plants in our gardens and communities, the importance of pollinator insects, and planting to reduce water consumption and run-off.

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TOY SWAP SATURDAY | JANUARY 19 @ 10:30 AM TOYS APPROPRIATE FOR AGES 10 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER

Did the holidays bring you too many or duplicate toys? Donate clean, gently used toys to the Library January 9—16 and then return for the swap to take home some new to you toys. Those who donate will get early access to the swap! The library reserves the right to refuse donated toys, and stuffed animals will not be accepted.

INDOOR SNOWBALL FIGHT MONDAY | JANUARY 21 @ 10:30 AM | AGES 5 TO 11 YEARS OLD

Participants will have time to create sock snowballs before the snowball fight begins. The Library Meeting Room will be set up for our battle, with objects to hide behind! No registration is required.

CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION MONDAY | FEBRUARY 4 @ 6:30 PM | AGES 3 TO 11 YEARS OLD Seeing Library staff wearing denim on Fridays? We’re going casual for a cause! Each Friday, Library staff members are welcome to wear blue jeans, with a $1 donation. Our collected donations support various causes throughout our community, and you’re welcome to contribute, too! Questions about casual for a cause or how you can donate, please call the Library at 630.766.4642. Currently staff is raising money to assist a student in North DuPage Special Education Cooperative’s (NDSEC) Transition Program in completing a college class. The Transition Program is committed to the development and enhancement of independent living skills of students as they transition from school to adult life. The Transition Program serves students with moderate to severe disabilities who are between the ages of 18 -22 years old (after completing 4 years of high school) as they prepare to be contributing members of a community. Independence and life skills are the primary objectives of this program. For more information on NDSEC or The Transition Program, please visit: www.ndsec.org.

Did you know that 2019 is the Year of the Pig in the Chinese Year? Join us for some stories, crafts, and fun as we ring in the Chinese New Year! No registration is required, but space is limited.

SWEETHEARTS BALL WEDNESDAY | FEBRUARY 13 @ 10:30 AM | AGES 1 TO 5 YEARS OLD

Join Ms. Kyrie for a special Valentine themed music and movement program! Wear your fanciest clothes and spend the morning singing, laughing, and (most importantly) dancing! Registration is not required to attend.

VALENTINE CARD MAKING PARTY WEDNESDAY | FEBRUARY 13 @ 6:30 PM | AGES 5 YEARS AND UP

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with and join us for a card-making extravaganza! We will have tons of ideas and supplies to help you create cards for your friends and family. Registration is not required, but supplies and space are limited.

BINGO FOR KIDS FOURTH TUESDAYS OF THE MONTH AT 6:30 PM AGES 10 YEARS OLD AND YOUNGER

JANUARY 22 | Cupid Bingo FEBRUARY 26 | Animal Bingo Children can head to the Library for a night of gaming fun, where players have a chance to win Bingo Bucks that they can redeem for prizes. Bingo cards will be provided to children only. Space is limited, and players will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.

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Looking for a New Year’s Resolution? Read more books! Join a book discussion group!

Happy 2019! Determined to spend more time reading books this New Year? The Library has a variety of book discussion groups for you to choose from! Book groups are a great way to get in the habit of reading, and they are also a great way to meet new people! Whether you like to read what’s popular, whether you like to read horror, or whether you like to read young adult fiction, the Library has a book for you to read! Visit www.benlib.org to see all of our current book discussion group dates and titles!

COMPUTER CLASSES The Library is proud to offer a variety of technology classes for FREE. A reservation is required to attend these classes. To register, please call the Library or sign up at the Adult Services Desk. SETTING UP GMAIL | Monday, January 21 @ 6:00 pm USING THE INTERNET | Monday, February 25 @ 6:00 pm COMPUTER BASICS | Thursday, February 14 @ 2:00 pm INTRO TO PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS | Monday, February 18 @ 6:00 pm PHOTOSHOP ELEMENTS PART 2 | Thursday, January 10 @ 2:00 pm INTRO TO MICROSOFT EXCEL | Monday, January 28 @ 6:00 pm INTRO TO MICROSOFT WORD | Thursday, January 3 @ 2:00 pm and Thursday, February 7 @ 2:00 pm

Join the Library the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm at the Bensenville Theatre for a showing of our favorite family films. Admission to the show is free! Film titles for this program are announced one month prior to the event. Visit the Library’s website for more information. FEBRUARY 5 | Smallfoot

Film Fanatics

Join the Library the third Thursday of every month at 7:00 pm at the Bensenville Theatre for a showing of cinematic gems you may have missed. Admission to the show is free! Film titles for this program are announced one month prior to the event. Visit the Library’s website for more information. JANUARY 17 | Crazy Rich Asians FEBRUARY 21 | Ocean’s 8

Documentary Film Series 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.

LOOKING FOR MORE COMPUTER CLASSES? With your Bensenville Library card, you have access to free online courses through Universal Class! Classes include: • Creating WordPress Websites • Digital Photography 101 • How to eBay • How to Use an iPad • Learn HTML • Outlook 2016 • QuickBooks 101 • Windows 10 • Typing and Keyboarding 101 • ...and many more!

JANUARY 14 | Michael Jackson’s This Is It FEBRUARY 11 | Catfish

Visit benlib.org/universal-class to get started! If you have any questions, please stop by the Adult Services Desk and talk to a librarian—or call us at 630.766.4642. A

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SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 READY! SIT! GO!

District 2 to host its fourth Students Involved with Technology Conference on February 9. Attention students, parents, and teachers! Register now for the 2019 Students Involved with Technology (SIT) Conference! 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

This is the fourth consecutive year Bensenville School District 2 will host the SIT Conference. This year’s conference, with its theme of Ready, SIT, Go! will be held Saturday, February 9, from 8:30 am to 2 pm at Blackhawk Middle School, 250 South Church Road in Bensenville. Registration is $30 and closes Wednesday, January 23. (Registration fees are waived for all District 2 staff and student presenters. Student fee waivers are also available.) The SIT Conference is a technology conference unlike any other: hosted by kids, for kids. Students in Grades 3-12 present to their peers on the latest in technology: animation, MineCraft, Google, Spheros, 3D printing, Scratch coding, LEGO robotics, favorite apps, photo editing, drones, Makey Makey, web tools, and much, much more! Register at www.sitconference.org/#register.

PRESENTERS NEEDED! Student presenters can share their tech knowledge with other students during 30-minute hands-on workshops or tech demonstrations. Students can present on their own or in teams of up to four students. All presenters must have an adult sponsor to accompany them throughout the day.

THE FIRST 1,100 DAYS

Join us January 14 to find out how they last a lifetime. The experiences children have in their first three years play a major role throughout their lives, says Geoffrey A. Nagle, Ph.D., president and chief executive officer of the Erikson Institute. Providing positive experiences in those early years can lead to higher academic achievement, better health, and greater overall well-being later in life.

1,100 Days: Building a Community that Supports Early Childhood Experiences. Sponsored by Bensenville School District 2, Elmhurst College, and the Erikson Institute, Dr. Nagle’s presentation will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, January 14, in the Founder’s Lounge at Elmhurst College’s Frick Center, which is located at 190 Prospect Avenue in Elmhurst.

Dr. Nagle will share more insights on this topic when he visits Elmhurst College for a presentation titled The First

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GROWING UP!

District 2’s student growth scores in math rank among DuPage County’s best. Illinois School Report Cards listed growth scores measuring student progress from one year to the next for the first time this year, and District 2’s 57.5 percent growth score ranked among DuPage County’s best. Dr. Kay Dugan, Assistant Superintendent for Learning, attributes much of this success to two initiatives: • K-5 Professional Development for Math Instruction: The increased rigor of the state’s math standards has required K-5 teachers to incorporate a wide variety of new problem-solving strategies into their instruction. This professional development, which has been led for the past several years by our two K-5 math specialists — Angela Adams and Kristi Mullen — has helped our teachers deliver their math instruction with the same confidence that they approach literacy, which is often the strength of teachers at these grade levels. • Increased Rigor of Eighth-Grade Math Curriculum: To provide our students with a better transition from middle school with us to high school at Fenton, our team of eighth-grade math teachers at Blackhawk — Joe Hanley, Loren Martell, and Erika McKenna — has worked incredibly hard over the past three years to increase the rigor of their instruction. In particular, their focus on incorporating more geometry into the curriculum has paid off given that the Illinois Grade 8 Math Standards have a significant emphasis on geometry competencies. The Illinois State Board of Education annually releases school report cards that show how each school, each district, and the state is performing on a wide range of educational goals. The report cards contain information about student academic growth and achievement, student and teacher demographics, enrollment, district-level financial information, and information from the Illinois 5Essentials Survey. Visit www.bsd2.org | Teaching & Learning | Reporting Student Progress to review Illinois School Report Cards for BSD2 schools.

SING IT!

Johnson and Tioga students team up with Nashville hitmaker to write and perform their own songs. This fall, hit Nashville singer/songwriter Steve Seskin returned to District 2 to team up with fourth and fifth graders at W.A. Johnson and Tioga Schools. Together, they wrote and performed two news songs to add to the growing catalog of tunes written by District 2 students with Mr. Seskin’s assistance. At Johnson, they wrote and performed Rise and Shine, which will serve as the theme song for the District’s new RISE Academies. At Tioga, they wrote and performed Learning and Leading. This is the fourth year Mr. Seskin has visited District 2. The goal of his student song writing program is to instill a love of creative expression, and to help students create their own songs that speak to issues that affect their school community, such as bullying, respect, peer pressure, diversity, and self-esteem. A

“When students write their own song, they’re more apt to live by the words and quietly convince other students to do the same,” said Mr. Seskin. To date, District 2 students have written eight songs with Mr. Seskin, including this year’s District 2 theme song, I Belong. Mr. Seskin will now take these two newest tunes to Nashville, where they, too, will be recorded by professional singers and musicians for release this spring. • Visit www.bsd2.org | About Us | Superintendent’s Welcome to watch videos of BSD2 students and Mr. Seskin performing these new songs.

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More than 185 students received gifts this holiday season through BSD2 staff’s annual Giving Tree program. Each fall, school social workers and classroom teachers work together to identify students from families that may not be able to afford gifts and invite them to anonymously share their children’s wish lists and clothing needs. Those lists are displayed on paper ornaments hung from Christmas trees in each school’s staff lounge, where staff members volunteer to choose different ornaments. They spend about $25 purchasing gifts from each list they select, and return their donations wrapped and ready to deliver to BSD2 families in need before Winter Break. This year, every student who had an ornament on the tree received a gift through the Giving Tree program, as BSD2 staff generously combined to donate more than $4,700 to this charitable effort.

WANT MORE BSD2 NEWS? Follow us on Facebook at Bensenville School District 2 Follow us on Twitter @BensenvilleD2. Visit www.bsd2.org | About Us | News, Notifications & Social Media.

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

Fire Safety

during Winter Storms

Winter storms can happen almost anywhere. They can cause us problems. Know what to do before, during and after a storm. This will help keep you and your family safe from a winter fire. KKK Test all smoke alarms. Do this at least once a month. This way you will know they are working. Install carbon monoxide alarms in your home. Test the alarms.

KKK Plan two ways out of the home in case of an emergency. Clear driveway and front walk of ice and snow. This will provide easy access to your home. KKK Make sure your house number can be seen from the street. If you need help, firefighters will be able to find you.

KKK Be ready in case the power goes out. Have flashlights on hand. Also have battery-powered lighting and fresh batteries. Never use candles.

KKK Stay aware of winter weather. Listen to the television or radio for updates. Watch for bulletins online.

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There are more home fires in winter than in any other season. Half of all home heating fires happen in December, January and February. As you stay cozy and warm this winter season, be fire smart!

KKK Check on neighbors. Check on others who may need help.

KKK Generators should be used outdoors. Keep them away from windows and doors. Do not run a generator inside your garage, even if the door is open.

KKK Stay away from downed wires. Report any downed wires to authorities. KKK Be ready if the heat stops working. Use extra layers of clothes and blankets to stay warm. If you use an emergency heat source, keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away. KKK Turn portable heaters off when you leave the room. Turn them off when you go to bed.

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Nearly half of all space heater fires involve electric space heaters. Name of Organization Here

Bensenville FPD

Your Source for SAFETY Information

NFPA Public Education Division â&#x20AC;˘ 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169

Contact Information Here www.bensenvillefpd.org

www.nfpa.org/education ÂŠNFPA 2016

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BCPL Drive-In Theatre, 12pm BSD2 No School; Winter Break

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Garden Club, 11:30am at BCPL BCPL Photoshop II, 2pm BCPL Polish Storytime, 4:30pm BCPL Teen Movie Showing, 6pm FHS Padres Unidos 6:45pm BSD2 Coffee with the W.A. Johnson School Principals, 5pm BSD2 W.A. Johnson School PTA Meeting, 6pm

BCPL Microsoft Word, 2pm BCPL Buying Your First Home, 7pm BSD2 No School; Winter Break

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BSDS Eighth Grade Fenton Pep Night (Blackhawk Grade 8 Band) 5-8pm

BSD2 No School – Winter Break

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BCPL Budding Bookworms, 10:30am

BCPL Caudill Book Club, 10:30am

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BCPL Elementary Art, 6:30pm BSD2 & FHS Food for Families, 4-6pm, Fenton High School Committee of the Whole Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall BPD Small Group Training Classes, 6-7pm, DGLC Exercise Room

BCPL #Coloring, 6:30pm BCPL Paper Towel Roses, 7pm FHS Polish Parent Outreach, 6:30pm BSD2 Mail-in registration deadline for Students Involved with Technology Conference BSD2 Board of Education Meeting, 7pm, EAC

BCPL Film Fanatics: Crazy Rich Asians, 7pm FHS 8th Grade orientation at Fenton, 6:30pm Neighborhood & Business Watch Seminar – English, 7pm, Bensenville Police Department BPD Oak Room Lunch Bunch & Bingo, Chinese BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School PTO Meeting, 6pm

BSD2 Second Trimester Progress Reports Sent Home BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Eighth Grade Promotion Photos BSD2 W.A. Johnson School Bingo Night and Fifth Grade Bake Sale, 5:30pm

BCPL Spanish Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Toy Swap, 10:30am BCPL Board Game Saturdays, 1pm BCPL Wright Brothers Book/Author Visit, 2pm BSD2 Thomas Middle School Jazz Festival for Blackhawk Middle School Jazz Band

BCPL BINGO for Kids, 6:30pm FHS Tri-District Fine Arts Connection Bensenville/Wood Dale Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall BPD Small Group Training Classes, 6-7pm, DGLC Exercise Room

BCPL #Coloring, 6:30pm FHS Bison PTO (Parent/Teacher Organization) Meeting, 6:30pm BSD2 Online registration deadline for Students Involved with Technology Conference BSD2 W.A. Johnson School PTA’s Portillo’s Fundraiser

BCPL Book Brunch, 10am Neighborhood & Business Watch Seminar – Spanish, 7pm, Bensenville Police Department

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Purchase your Water Park Pass by January 31. Save up to 15% on passes purchased between February 1 and April 30. Passes may be purchased at Deer Grove Leisure Center.

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BCPL Budding Bookworms, 10:30am BPD Sweetheart Ball, 6-9pm, White Pines Golf Club Banquet Hall BSD2 Students Involved with Technology Conference, 8:30am-2pm, Blackhawk Middle School

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BCPL Family Movie Night: Smallfoot, 7pm CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall Senior Luncheon, 11am, Monty’s Banquet Hall BPD Small Group Training Classes, 6-7pm, DGLC Exercise Room DuPage County Health Department Dental Sealant Program at W.A. Johnson School

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BCPL Documentary Film Series, 7pm BSD2 Coffee with the W.A. Johnson School Principals, 9am BSD2 Tioga School PTA Meeting, 6:30pm

BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall BPD Small Group Training Classes, 6-7pm, DGLC Exercise Room BSD2 Power Up with the Tioga School Principals, 9am BSD2 Tioga School Talent Show, 6:30pm

BCPL Sweethearts Ball, 10:30am BCPL #Coloring, 6:30pm BCPL Valentine’s Day Card Making, 6:30pm BCPL Art & Relaxation, 7pm

Garden Club, 11:30am at BCPL BCPL Computer Basics, 2pm BCPL Polish Storytime, 4:30pm BCPL Teen Movie Showing, 6pm BSD2 Elementary School Valentine’s Day parties BSD2 W.A. Johnson PTA Meeting, 6pm BSD2 Concert with Grades 5-8 Bands, 6:30pm, Blackhawk Middle School

BCPL Spanish Storytime, 10:30am BCPL Board Game Saturdays, 1pm BCPL NAMI DuPage, 2pm

BCPL Elementary Art, 6:30pm BSD2 & FHS Food for Families, 4-6pm at Wood Dale Junior High Committee of the Whole Meeting, 6:30pm, Village Hall BPD Small Group Training Classes, 6-7pm, DGLC Exercise Room

BCPL #Coloring, 6:30pm BCPL Color Changing Mugs, 7pm FHS Board of Education Meeting, 7pm BSD2 Board of Education Meeting, 7pm, EAC

BCPL Film Fanatics: Ocean’s 8, 7pm FHS Career/Job Fair (student lunch periods) Neighborhood & Business Watch Seminar – English, 7pm, Bensenville Police Department BPD Oak Room Lunch Bunch & Bingo, Lasagna BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School PTO Meeting, 6pm

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