Community Newsletter Sept / October 2017 by Village of Bensenville

SEPT/OCT 2017

VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE NEW ICE AT THE EDGE ICE ARENA As hockey season approaches, construction on the East and West ice rinks at the Edge Ice Arena are nearing completion. This brand new equipment will drastically improve the ice quality while reducing energy costs for both rinks, improving the overall experience for skaters. This $2.56 million dollar project began March 31, 2017 and is scheduled for completion in early fall of 2017. As a result of failures in the underfloor warming system, the flooring of the rink was experiencing heaving. This heaving ultimately produced inconsistent height throughout the rink floor, resulting in uneven ice thickness and increasing the amount of energy needed to refrigerate the floor of the rink. A 2016 refrigeration systems assessment by Stantec Engineering concluded that, “The failed rink subsoil heating systems have created a serious operational issue for the facility that needs to be addressed and corrected soon” and that “further progression of both frost depth and surface heaving should be expected. The heaved floor surfaces provide undesirable skating conditions, increased energy use, and greater possibility of leaks in the floor coolant piping that could result in the untimely complete failure of the refrigerated floors.” To repair the arena floor system, construction crews removed frost and replaced the concrete floor and embedding system. The processes required 70 truckloads of concrete to fill the entire base of the rink. Also replaced were the 20 and 21 year old original evaporative condensers. The condensers surpassed their typical lifespan of 15 years, and were replaced with more efficient models. These renovations also required staff to update several safety codes making the entire facility safer. These updates include the addition of ammonia diffusion tanks, increased ventilation and ammonia sensor replacements. Completing this project allows the Edge Ice Arena to maintain its reputation as a reliable, safe and well maintained facility. In addition, it satisfies the demands of current tenants as well as attracts regional, national and international level events. The recent signing of four long term facility usage agreements helped in making this project possible. Village President Frank DeSimone shared his enthusiasm about the project saying, “I am personally very excited that one of the first major projects of my administration will be delivering the fastest ice in the Midwest. I believe this renovation will help put Bensenville on the map.” The Village is excited for the doors to be open and for everyone to continue experiencing high quality ice skating in Bensenville.

SATURDAY | SEPTEMBER 23 FISCHER FARM | 16W680 GRAND AVENUE 12:00 – 6:00 PM Free Event! Fun for the Whole Family Live Performances Visual Arts & Music Stations Books, Art & Craft Sale & Much More! Artists & Sponsorships For more information on sponsorships, being an artist, musician, or author contact mwagner@bensenvilleparkdistrict.org or 630.766.7015, x2014.

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 29, 2017.

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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

NEWLY REDESIGNED WEBSITE

If you have recently visited the Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website, you may have noticed the site has a new look. This newly redesigned website has a cleaner, more modern look. The site is fully responsive, meaning it functions seamlessly across any type of device, most notably tablets and smartphones. The Village encourages you to become familiar with the new site because it provides a plethora of information about Village programs and services. For questions about the website contact Anthony Sumner at 630.350.3423.

MUSIC IN THE PARK RAIN OUT DATE Music in the Park has been extended! On September 6th there will be one more Music in the Park featuring the band Libido Funk Circus from 7:30pm-9:30pm. Time, food, activities and the car show will all remain the same.

B-WELL WALKATHON & FAMILY FEST IS SEPTEMBER 16! The 4th Annual B-Well Walkathon and Family Fest is Saturday, September 16. Mark your calendars now for this familyfriendly event hosted by the Bensenville Community Youth Services Coalition to promote healthy living. Come out with your friends and family to participate in a progressive walkathon followed by a health expo at Redmond Recreational Complex. Enjoy the walk or just stop by after for the expo, featuring local vendors and health conscious service providers while snacking on free healthy snacks and participating in fun activities for all ages. 10AM | Walkathon begins at Village Hall and will stop at a variety of gathering spots along the way, finishing at Redmond Recreational Complex with activities available from 11-2PM. Activities include free swimming, ice skating, climbing wall and many other activities. Free t-shirts & healthy lunch while supplies last.

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B-WELL BENSENVILLE WALKATHON & FAMILY FEST! SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 16, 2017 Progressive walk-a-thon beginning at 10 a.m. at Village Hall and ending at Redmond Park by 11 a.m. (multiple stops to join in- see reverse for map)

Redmond activities 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free Lunch Cooked by the Bensenville Fire Dept featuring healthy treats. Waters Edge Aquatic Center on John Street open swimming. Redmond Park Activities Including hockey, baseball, basketball and more. Health & Wellness Fair featuring zumba, interactive demos, giveaways, flu shots, and more followed by a prize raffle for attendees. For more information please contact Bob Flood at (630) 594-1134 or bflood@bensenville.il.us

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CAR SEAT GIVEAWAY EVENT

Village President Frank DeSimone and the Village of Bensenville are partnering up with the Bensenville Chamber of Commerce to host a free, Car Seat Giveaway and Installation Event. This event begins at 9am on October 14, rain or shine in the Redmond Recreational Complex parking lot. This event is available to Bensenville residents only, proof of residency is required. Car seats will be adjustable for children weighing 5lbs to 110lbs. To ensure they are installed correctly, professionals will be on site to provide direction while you are installing your car seat. To register, please call 630.594.1010. For more information on this event visit www.bensenville.il.us.

Requirements • You must call and register in advance prior to the pickup day to receive a car seat (while supplies last) • Must be a Bensenville resident and provide proof of residency on pick up day (water bill or identification card) • Must have child on site • One seat per family

2017 RESIDENT ONLY BRUSH & BRANCH REMOVAL

FALL COMMUNITY YARD SALE

Mark your calendars and clean out your closets for the Fall Community Yard Sale taking place September 7-10. To host a Yard Sale during this time, you must complete a Yard Sale application and obtain a FREE Yard Sale Permit. Your address will be included in the Community Yard sale flyer if you complete an application at least a week prior to the Yard Sale dates. If a permit is not completed a week prior to the Yard Sale, it may not be included in the Community Yard Sale flyer. Permit applications are available at Village Hall at the Community and Economic Development counter. For more information Visit www.bensenville.il.us or call 630.350.3413.

TRICK OR TREAT HOURS 3-8pm | October 31 FOR HALLOWEEN HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS VISIT cdc.gov/family/halloween

HOLIDAY TREE DONATION

It is never too early to start planning for the holiday season and festivities in Bensenville. The Village is searching for this year’s tree to be used in Downtown Bensenville’s Holiday Magic Tree Lighting Ceremony. If you are chosen, your tree will be removed free of charge, along with ground manicure provided afterwards by Bensenville Public Works. You are also eligible to be recognized at the Holiday Magic event and have the opportunity to participate in the Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 26. If you have a tree that might be suitable and is accessible, please call 630.594.1134.

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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. RECYCLING DATES Sept 9 | Oct 14 | Nov 11

20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY REDMOND RECREATIONAL COMPLEX

Have brush and branches out by 7 am on SEPTEMBER 5, OCTOBER 2 and NOVEMBER 6. For more info call 630.350.3435.

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August 16 marked the 20th Anniversary of Redmond Recreational Complex! The 88 acre Redmond Recreational Complex is an outdoorsman’s dream for activities that offer something for the entire family. Area residents can enjoy a wide variety of indoor and outdoor sports activities including baseball, softball, volleyball, basketball, soccer, figure skating and hockey. In addition to these activities the park boasts the OUTER EDGE Challenge Course, featuring 4 climbing lines on an outdoor climbing wall, a zip line and high, medium and a low rope courses. Our 1.2-mile walking path is great for jogging, biking or strolling along the Redmond reservoir. Extreme sports enthusiasts will enjoy the SKATE PARK which is specifically designed to mimic all of the elements of parking lots, street curbs, stairway railings and other board friendly areas without the hassle of being shooed away. Redmond Recreational Complex is also available for large functions, picnics and birthday parties as well as corporate and business activities for larger groups. Redmond has hosted walkathons, events promoting healthy living, athletic tournaments and private holiday celebrations, all available at reasonable rates. For more information about all that the Redmond Recreational Complex has to offer, visit www.bensenville.il.us.

The Bensenville Library is proud to announce the 12th annual Bensenville Reads program! Each year, the Library selects a book, author, or theme to promote reading in the community. This year we have selected the theme Dystopian Futures. The five books we have selected this year are a mix of classics and more contemporary works. Copies of the books are available at the Library. You are invited to join us for a series of book groups discussing each selected title, as well as a special presentation on post-apocalyptic survival training. THE HANDMAID’S TALE | by Margaret Atwood (1985) BOOK DISCUSSION | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 @ 7:00 PM

BRAVE NEW WORLD | by Aldous Huxley (1931) BOOK DISCUSSION | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 @ 7:00 PM

1984 | by George Orwell (1949) BOOK DISCUSSION | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4 @ 7:00 PM

THE GIVER | by Lois Lowry (1993) BOOK DISCUSSION | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 11 @ 7:00 PM

READY PLAYER ONE | by Ernest Cline (2011) BOOK DISCUSSION | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18 @ 7:00 PM

POST-APOCALYPTIC SURVIVAL TRAINING SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 @ 2:00 PM

If an apocalypse happened right now would you be ready? Join the Library as we welcome Nick Conrad from The Green Suite for a discussion of survival strategies and urban survival skills such as food and water preparation, water purification, urban foraging, gardening, and solar electricity. Bring two uncrushed soda cans with you and you’ll learn how to make a small alcohol burning survival stove of your own.

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7:00 pm | Frankenweenie 9:00 pm | The Blair Witch Project The Korthauer Log House can be a little eerie at night, especially so close to Halloween! Take advantage of this perfectly spooky setting and join us for a double feature of scary movies on Friday the 13th right outside of the log house! Be sure to bring your blankets and folding chairs! Our 7:00 pm showing of Frankenweenie is rated PG and our 9:00 pm showing of The Blair Witch Project is rated R. NOTE: We will relocate the program inside the Library in inclement weather.

50TH ANNIVERSARY OF SGT. PEPPER’S LONELY HEARTS CLUB BAND SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15 @ 2:00 PM

Did you know June 1, 2017 marked the 50th Anniversary of the release of The Beatles most well-known album, Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band? Join Gary Wenstrup, Adjunct Professor at the College of DuPage, for an overview of the album’s initial concept, the creation of the music, the landmark album cover and packaging, and the overwhelming world-wide reaction to its release. BE NSE NVIL L E

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Hispanic HeritAge Month In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) the Library has a series of events planned 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

ALL THINGS FLAGS: PAPEL PICADO PENNANTS AND THE NATIONAL FLAGS OF LATIN AMERICA | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 @ 7:00 PM Come out to the Library to learn about and make your own papel picado – the Mexican art of making flags out of colorful paper. We’ll also have some different national flags from Latin countries that you can color and cut out. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

LATIN KITCHEN | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 3 @ 7:00 PM

Latin Cuisine contains a diverse mixture of ingredients, seasoning, and techniques that have been drawn from many different cultures. Come to the Library and taste some of these different Latin foods! Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

TRADITIONAL MARIACHI MUSIC | SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 @ 2:00 PM

Did you know that the tradition of Mariachi music dates back as far back as the 18th century in parts of western Mexico? Mariachi (also called son style music) was recognized in 2011 by UNESCO as an aspect of Mexico’s intangible cultural heritage because of its connection to Mexico’s identity. In celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month the Library honors this tradition by presenting live mariachi music by local musician Sam Guerrero.

A NIGHT OF DOMINOES | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 @ 7:00 PM

Though the game of Dominoes originated as far back the Yuan Dynasty in the 1300s, the game is enormously popular in the Latin world, especially Cuba. There are many different ways to play the game, but we’ll be focusing on the rules traditionally used in Cuba.

MEXICAN CUISINE: BREADS AND DESSERTS

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 17 @ 7:00 PM Join us as we honor the Latin American tradition of baking bread and pastries from wheat with a sampling of traditional Mexican baked goods!

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. September 5 | The Boss Baby October 3 | TBA

Film Fanatics Join Bill 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.

Foreign Language Film Series

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24 @ 7:00 PM The Day of the Dead (or Día de los Muertos) is an important holiday in Mexican culture. During its observance on November 1, family and friends gather to pray for their dead loved ones’ journey in the afterlife. There are parades, food, and ceremonial alters created to honor dead relatives. One traditional offering left on alters are intricately decorated Calaveras, or skulls. In this activity, we will be painting small ceramic Calaveras in the traditional Mexican style. Registration is not required to attend, but space is limited. Participation is on a first-come, first-served basis.

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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month the Library, in collaboration with the Village of Bensenville and the Bensenville Theatre, will present the following films in Spanish (with English subtitles) on Mondays at 7:00 pm at the Bensenville Theatre: September 18 | Hecho en México September 25 | Libertador October 2 | Calle 54 October 9 | Los lunes al sol

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 AT 2:00 P.M. Take a guided musical tour around Mexico with Sones de México, a Grammy-nominated folk music ensemble specializing in Mexican son including the regional styles of huapango, gustos, chilenas, son jarocho, and more.

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September 11 | Elle October 9 | Mondays in the Sun

PARENT UNIVERSITY

Join Miss Kyrie and Miss Penny once a month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for a monthly program that will focus on all things parenting –– from early literacy activities to negative behaviors. Local experts will guide you through some of the fun and sometimes challenging aspects of raising children in today’s world. Childcare will be provided by library staff during our Play to Learn program for children 1-5 years, children 6 years and older will enjoy activities in the main YS area. SEPTEMBER 20 | Early Literacy at Home: Parents as First Teachers OCTOBER 18 | Not Feeling Good: When Should My Child Stay Home?

DIWALI CELEBRATION | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 @ 6:30 PM | ALL AGES Join us for our first ever celebration of the ancient festival of lights! The Youth Services department will put their own spin on the celebration of Diwali with colorful crafts, activities, and more. This program is a drop-in event and registration is not required to attend.

HALLOWEEN BOO-TACULAR

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27 FROM 6:30 TO 8:30 PM | AGES: 10 years old and under

Families with children 10-years-old and younger 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 this event will take place rain or shine!

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Take a trip back in time at our Korthauer Open House! Every second Sunday of the month the Korthauer Log House is open from 2:00 to 4:00 pm for exploration. The Log House is located just behind the Library and is accessed from Wood Street. Join local historian Janis Arquette on the following Sundays: September 10 | October 8 | November 12

BCPL READ-ALOUD CHALLENGE | AGES: 3 to 12-years-old

Looking for a way to incorporate more reading into your child’s day? Sign-up for the BCPL Read-Aloud Challenge - encouraging children to read aloud every day (or as often as possible) for at least 15 minutes. They can read aloud to anyone they want to, even their stuffed animals! The BCPL Challenge begins the first day of each month and runs all the way until the last day of the month. When readers complete one Challenge they are entered into that month’s prize drawing! For more info about the BCPL Read Aloud Challenge, including how to sign up, visit benlib.org/read-aloud.

YOUTH BOOK DISCUSSION GROUPS

Copies of the book to be discussed are available at the Youth Services Desk one month prior to the discussion. PREK BOOK CLUB | AGES: 3 to 5 years old | 4 PM

Join Miss Kyrie’s monthly book club just for pre-readers that will focus on early literacy skills and fostering a love of reading. OCTOBER 2 | Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes by Eric Litwin & James Dean BUDDING BOOKWORMS BOOK CLUB | AGES: Kindergarten through 2nd Grade | 4 PM

We will explore some books from our non-fiction collection and see how fun true stories can be too! SEPTEMBER 11 | The Hole Story of the Doughnut by Pat Miller OCTOBER 9 | Finding Winnie by Lindsey Mattick CHAPTERS BOOK CLUB | AGES: 3rd through 5th Grade | 4 PM

Join Miss Penny and discuss some of her favorite chapter books SEPTEMBER 18 | Nuts to You by Lynne Rae Perkins OCTOBER 16 | The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate MANGA BOOK CLUB | AGES: 6th through 8th Grade | 3 PM

Are you a fan of manga and graphic novels? Join Parish for the Library’s new Manga Book Club. Unlike other afterschool programs, the Manga Book Club meets at Blackhawk Middle School. SEPTEMBER 25 | Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess by Akira Himekawa OCTOBER 23 | Seraph of the End by Yamato Yamomoto

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FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL FALL PLAY OCTOBER 26-28 FENTON COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL | District 100 1000 West Green Street Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 766 2500 www.fenton100.org Mission Statement The mission of Fenton High School is to educate and inspire each student to reach his/her fullest potential as a productive, lifelong learner and a responsible, respectful person by providing comprehensive, challenging, quality learning experiences in a supportive environment. Board of Education Oronzo Peconio | President Paul Wedemann | Vice President Patricia Jalowiec | Secretary Mary Ann Payton-Howell Juliet Rago | Jacci Ramirez Laura Wassinger The District 100 Board of Education will hold its regular business meetings on Wednesday, September 27 and Wednesday, October 25. District 100 meetings are held at 7 pm in the board room at Fenton Community High School. Parents and community members are invited to attend.

The Fenton Drama Department is proud to present Metamorphoses on October 26, 27 and 28 at 7:00 pm in the Lewis-Huffman Auditorium. Tickets are $5.00 each and may be purchased at the door. Metamorphoses, by Northwestern University professor Mary Zimmerman, is adapted from the classical mythology by Ovid, and notably set in a pool of water (a nod to the ancient maritime cultures). Dr. Zimmerman received a 2002 Tony Award and a claim as one of the theater worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leading directors. The play is staged as a series of vignettes that tell stories from mythology about creation, Midas, King Alcyone and his wife Ceyx, among others.

Senior Citizen Matinee October 28 Bensenville and Wood Dale senior citizens are invited to a matinee showing of Metamorphoses on Saturday, October 28 at 1:00 pm. Admission is free and light refreshments will be served during intermission. Senior citizens may make reservations by calling 630.766.2500.

HOMECOMING WEEK Fentonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Homecoming will take place October 2-6. Activities will be scheduled each day of the week and an assembly to crown the Homecoming Kings and Queens will take place on October 5. Join us for the football game at 7:00 pm on October 6. Students are invited to participate in the dance on Saturday, October 7.

Administration James Ongtengco | Superintendent Jovan Lazarevic Associate Superintendent/Principal Bruce Martin | Chief School Business Officer Michelle Papanicolau Director of Curriculum & Instruction Todd Becker Director of Activities and Athletics Carrie Pomahac | Assistant Principal/Dean Pedro Castro | Dean of Students Jim Batson | Director of Technology

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FENTON STUDENT CAST IN IHSA ALL-STATE MUSICAL Junior Monika Nevarez has been cast in the IHSA All-State Musical BIG FISH in the role of Karl the Giant’s wife. Monika was 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. “Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, BIG FISH centers on Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest… and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him – most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Overflowing with heart, humor and spectacular stagecraft, BIG FISH is an extraordinary new Broadway musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre – for an experience that’s richer, funnier and BIGGER than life itself.” (Theatrical Rights Worldwide) The show will be performed as part of the Illinois High School Theatre Festival taking place at Illinois State University January 11-13, 2018.

FENTON STUDENTS INTERN AT CHICAGO WHITE METAL CWM offered a unique opportunity to students from the Applied Technology program at Fenton High School. Students were chosen from applications submitted after members of the CWM engineering team attended the Fenton Career Fair earlier in the year. CWM offers this rotational internship to high school and college students as a way for them to get real-world experience.

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Fenton student interns Alexis Rodriguez (Senior), Emilio Suarez (Alumni-Ohio State University Junior), Nathan Exconde (Junior), Mark Scheldrup (retired Applied Technology instructor – he was visiting the students), and Evan Ripperger (Recent Graduate, University of Illinois Freshman). (Not pictured - Piotr Maciolek, Recent Graduate, Illinois Institute of Technology)

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FALL CHORAL CONCERT

Calendar Reminders

Mark your calendars now for the first choral concert of the year. On Sunday, October 15 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.

September 2 NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY BAND DAY September 4 LABOR DAY, NO SCHOOL September 7 | 6:30 pm SIGNS OF SUICIDE PARENT PRESENTATION September 21 | 7:00 am SECOND SEMESTER HONOR ROLL BREAKFAST September 21 | 7:00 pm FRESHMAN PLAY October 2-6 HOMECOMING WEEK

SENIOR CITIZEN GOLD CARD PROGRAM

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October 7 HOMECOMING DANCE

The Fenton Senior Citizen Gold Card offers

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Tour of Fenton Friday | October 6 | 6:00 pm

October 15 | 3:00 pm CHORAL CONCERT

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October 17 | 7:00 pm BANDARAMA

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October 19 and 20 NO SCHOOL PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

individuals, 65 years or older living within the District 100 boundaries, a Gold Card for free access

Senior Citizen Gold Card, please contact Fenton High School at 630.766.2500.

October 26-28 FALL PLAY

For more information contact Norma Masters at james60148@yahoo.com

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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 Fischer Farm 16W680 Grand Avenue Bensenville | Illinois 60106 630 834 3152 Board of Commissioners Rich Johnson | President Val Karg | Vice President Nancy Gibbs | Secretary Jim Geils | Commissioner Open Position | 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. Instructors will encourage social, intellectual and ethical growth through joyful discovery and thoughtful play. The school year is through May 25, 2018. 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 TOT SCHOOL

Ages 1.5 and 2.5 Ages 2 and 3

Wednesdays Tuesday & Thursdays

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For more information about our Tot School Program at the Park District, please refer to our Fall Program Guide, website, or call Phyllis Schmidt at 630.766.7015, ext. 2005.

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, and CPR/First Aid The program is geared toward full-time kindergarten through 8th grade and registration is at Deer Grove Leisure Center. For more information refer to our Program Guide, website, or call Phyllis Schmidt at 630.766.7015, ext. 2005.

Take advantage of our Fall Fitness Sale when you can save 15% off of all Annual Fitness Memberships. Sale applies to new annual members for ages 14 and up. TRY OUR FITNESS CENTER & NEW CLASSES ON US! September 5 through September 9.

We are committed to offering our residents high level services and quality parks but we cannot do it without your help. Interested in volunteer work? Call Mary Wagner at 630.766.7014, ext.2004.

Attend any adult fitness class, at any time during our Free Fitness dates. Make sure to try a few of our class offerings, or feel free to try them all! You may also work out in the Fitness Center as many times as you like. Make sure to view the Group Fitness Class Calendar for class dates and times and our Fitness Center’s hours of operation at bensenvilleparkdistrict.org or at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

THE SCHOOL OF DANCE AND MOVEMENT CLASSES BEGIN THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 11. A majority of the dance and tumbling classes for ages 2 to 14 are offered in the Deer Grove Leisure Center’s Dance Studio Room which features a spacious wood floor, full mirrors and mounted bars. Our talented instructors design the programs toward skill development, socialization, and a group dance/tumbling experience where everybody excels. There are over 20 different classes to choose from, with a variety of the classes offering instruction based on multiple age groups. A payment plan is available for all School of Dance & Movement classes. For more information, please visit the dance pages on our website or refer to the Park District’s Fall Program Guide.

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FALL EVENTS HANDS ON ARTS AT FISCHER FARM | SEPTEMBER 23 | NOON-6PM Co-sponsored by the Village of Bensenville and Bensenville Arts Council, this free festival offers something for everyone; from visual arts to performing arts, literature to film. Performances including vocal, musical, theatrical and dance will take place while a hands-on area will allow visitors to try various mediums of art. Try a musical instrument, contribute to the Fischer Farm mural, and/or watch original films and meet those working on these projects! Children will get to work with artists to paint, draw, sculpt, and more! Artists will have works for display and sale; books of all kinds – history, mystery, children’s stories and more. Purchase food from area restaurants and drinks from local wineries and breweries!

BREAKFAST AT THE FARM | SEPTEMBER 30 | 9-11AM Enjoy a fall morning with a great breakfast and a slice of American history. George C. Marshall, George Patton, and Dwight Eisenhower are most remembered for leading the Allies to victory in World War II. Jonathan Sebastian, Fischer Farm Curator, will look at their wartime experiences during the First World War. A tour of Fischer Farm will follow the program. A hearty breakfast including French toast, scrambled eggs, bacon, hash browns, coffee, and orange juice at 9am precedes the presentation and tour. Register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center by Tuesday, September 26, 6pm.

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HERITAGE DAY AT FISCHER FARM | OCTOBER 14 | 10AM-4PM An annual community event, fun for the whole family! Event highlights include: Candle & Corn Husk Doll Making Art & Craft Sale Yesteryear Sweet Store Pumpkin Painting The Bourbon Aristocracy Bluegrass Band Taylors Battery & World War I Reenactors Petting Zoo & Pony Rides Spinning Wheel & Weaving Demos Firing of the Cannon on the Hour A $6 wristband available at Fischer Farm on the day of event will get your child one pumpkin (children 12 and under while supplies last), pony rides, and unlimited access to the petting zoo. Adult admission fee is $2, ages 55 and up are free. Bratwurst, burgers and hot dogs on the grill, pulled pork sandwiches, and beverages are available for purchase. In the case of inclement weather this event will be held on Sunday, October 15.

THE GROOVE TENT, FEATURING R-GANG

OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER HDTV’s for game viewing Craft beers on tap & bottles

WHITE PINES GOLF CLUB TENTED PAVILION SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 | 8-11PM Free concert featuring R-Gang! A special BBQ menu will be provided and drink specials will be available. For more information about the band visit www.r-gang.com. For more information about the special events please call 630.766.0304 or visit www.whitepinesgolf.com.

BEARS TAILGATE OUTINGS AT WHITE PINES A $35 fee includes 9 holes of golf, halftime tailgate themed buffet, contests, giveaways, and unlimited chili (with all the fixins’) during the game. For food and contests only (no golf), the fee is $15. Outings are limited to 144 players so register early; secure and pay in the Golf Shop two days prior to the event. Singles and groups of less than 4 will be paired up to create a foursome. OCTOBER 22 NOVEMBER 12

8:30am tee off | Carolina Panthers at Chicago Bears at noon 8:30am tee off | Green Bay Packers at Chicago Bears at noon

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION OUTING AT WHITE PINES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27 | 2PM TEE OFF | 4:30PM BUFFET A $20 fee will get you in this 9-hole golf tournament which includes a riding cart, contests and buffet. A $10 fee includes buffet and contests only. Space is limited; sign up at the Golf Shop by Thursday, October 26.

MONSTER MASH | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 26 | 5:30-7:30PM

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Join us in the gym at the Deer Grove Leisure Center for spooky fun and games! Celebrate Halloween dressed up in your best and creative costume - there will be a costume contest for kids and adults. For the $4 per child fee at the door, families can enjoy games with prizes, a haunted house, haunted mansion maze, pumpkin bounce house and a craft. Pizza, chips and drinks will be available for purchase. A

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BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 A TRAGIC LOSS

Two beloved District 2 employees among six killed in July 1 plane crash 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 Jason Karno | 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 summer, Bensenville School District 2 mourned the loss of Thomas and Kyle DeMauro, Chuck and George Tomlitz, Kevin James King III, and James Francis, all of whom died July 1 in a tragic plane crash in northern Wisconsin. The group of longtime friends and family members was in route to an annual Canadian fishing trip when the Cessna 421C they were flying in crashed after suddenly losing altitude.

Thomas Demauro

Chuck Tomlitz

Tom DeMauro, 56, served for 31 years as a physical education teacher at Tioga School, and his son, Kyle DeMauro, 21, went through District 2 schools. Chuck Tomlitz, 70, served for 12 years as District 2’s GCA Maintenance Director, and George Tomlitz, 45, was his son. Kevin King, 70, was a Bensenville resident and the owner and pilot of the plane. James Francis, 63, resided in Norco, California, but made the trip every year with the fishing buddies he made while living in the Chicago area for 15 years. “Our District 2 family suffered greatly in the loss of two incredibly caring people,” said Dr. James Stelter, District 2 Superintendent of Schools. “Tom and Chuck gave willingly in helping anyone who would ask in addition to caring for our students and making our community a better place in which to work and live. Our thoughts and best wishes remain with their families, and the families of all those lost in this tragedy.”

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BRIGHT & EARLY

Spanish-language children’s author is a special treat for Hispanic Heritage Month and the Halloween season

DuPage Foundation supports early learning efforts in District 2

R.C. Ontiveros, a children’s author and storyteller from Elgin, will join Bensenville School District 2 and Bensenville Community Public Library on October 4 for a special celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and the Halloween season.

Bensenville School District 2 recently received an $18,000 donation from the Bright & Early DuPage initiative of the DuPage Foundation.

Ontiveros’ recent book, La Bruja Que No Fue A La Escuela (The Witch Who Never Went to School), has received rave reviews. It follows a young witch as she explores her local public library and discovers a love of learning and reading through old potions and spells.

The donation was part of $317,612 of grants awarded this summer by the DuPage Foundation, and it will support ongoing collaborative efforts by the Bensenville Early Learning Supporters (BELS) to improve kindergarten-readiness among District 2 children from birth to age 5.

“I made a story where anyone–even witches–needs school,” said Ontiveros.

This is the third year the District has received a Bright & Early DuPage grant. To date, these donations have helped fund outreach operations that have connected more than 400 District 2 families in need with early learning services. They have also been used to provide families in need with transportation to educational events for their children, and to help them access mental health services.

This event will be held at 6:30 pm, Wednesday, October 4, at Bensenville Community Public Library, 200 S. Church Road. District 2 will distribute 100 free copies of Ontiveros’ book to those attending the bilingual presentation. No registration is required to attend, but space is limited. For more information, contact Bensenville Community Public Library at 630.766.4642.

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Bensenville Early Learning Supporters is comprised of about 15 organizations in the area that provide early learning programming and services for young families. The group meets regularly to explore ways to share resources, streamline services, and assess the community’s early learning needs.

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WELCOME TO BENSENVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT 2 A new year brings new teachers, administrators, and staff members to our schools and classrooms. Twenty new staff members joined District 2 this summer, and while they’re new to the District, they bring with them a combined total or 16 master’s degrees and more than 96 years of experience in their fields. The new 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 positions. District 2 is excited to have such a talented group of educators preparing its students for a world of opportunities! BLACKHAWK MIDDLE SCHOOL Jason Karno Assistant Principal Melanie Kaderabek Science/Social Studies Teacher Lisa Boswell Social Worker Laura Ellsworth Valerie Krueger

BSM Tulane University | M.Ed. DePaul University MA American College of Education BS Eastern Illinois University BSW Illinois State University

ESL Math Teacher BA DePaul University | MA National Louis University 7th Grade Special Education/English BS Western Illinois University | M.Ed. DePaul University and Language Arts Teacher

W.A. JOHNSON SCHOOL Carlos Patiño Co-Principal Maria Gil 2nd Grade Bilingual Teacher Michelle Kowall K-5 Art Teacher Emily Morrison K-3 Music Teacher Cari Raymond ALS 3-5 Special Education Teacher Jennifer Kochan Occupational Therapist

BA Northeastern Illinois University MA American College of Education BS Illinois State University BFA Eastern Illinois University BA Millikin University BA Elmhurst College | MA Northeastern Illinois University BS Purdue University | MS University of Illinois

TIOGA SCHOOL Ava Blalark Susana Contreras Kelly Conway Cheryl Gaul Natalie Galarza Christopher Fisher Natalie Georgopulos Jenifer Pierik Kristen Riley

Social Worker Bilingual Special Education Kindergarten Teacher Speech and Language Pathologist School Psychologist Bilingual Social Worker Physical Education Teacher Kindergarten Teacher 4th Grade Teacher Speech & Language Pathologist

BS University of Illinois | MSW University of Illinois | MA Concordia University BA Elmhurst College BS University of Illinois | MS University of Wisconsin BS Illinois State University | M.Ed. Loyola University BSW Northeastern Illinois University | MSW Dominican University BA Elmhurst College BA Elmhurst College | MA Olivet Nazarene University BA Michigan State University BS Florida State University | MS Northwestern University

THE NEW KIDS IN TOWN

NOW HIRING! District 2 wants you to be a substitute teacher! Are you a teacher or college graduate? District 2 is hiring substitute teachers for the 2017-18 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. To apply, visit www.generalasp.com/bsd2/ onlineapp, or call Bensenville School District 2 at 630.766.5940.

DO YOU CARE? Project CARE Welcome Day is September 6 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 Wednesday, September 6, at 10 am for a brief training session at the Educational Administration Center located at 210 S. Church Road in Bensenville.

Project CARE kicks off on Monday, September 18. For more information, please contact Lara Schwarz, Community Liaison and Project CARE Plus Coordinator, at 630.766.2605, ext. 3202 or lschwarz@bsd2.org.

Bensenville community comes together to support summer session for District 2’s ‘Newcomers.’ Newcomers in District 2’s English Language Learners (ELL) program continued to receive instruction this summer thanks in part to two generous grants from the Bensenville Youth Services Coalition and the Bensenville Community Foundation. Each organization donated $300 to help fund the summer session. The class met at Bensenville Community Public Library and was taught by Nancy Donohue, a bilingual teacher at Blackhawk Middle School who uses both English and Spanish to help students make connections with new words and ideas. Newcomers are students who recently arrived in District 2 from another country knowing little to no English. Ms. Donohue works with these students throughout the normal school year, and she organized this three-week summer session so her students could continue learning the language over the summer break. During the summer session, the students studied weather vocabulary, researched penguins in English, and hand sewed their own pinguinos to use in an iMovie they wrote, directed, and produced. Thank you, Bensenville Youth Services Coalition, Bensenville Community Foundation, and Bensenville Community Public Library, for partnering with District 2 to serve this special group of students. A

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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.

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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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THURSDAY BCPL Read Aloud September Challenge Begins BPD Fitness Sale Through October 15, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes

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BCPL Two Sides of Robert Burns, 7pm FHS Northwestern University Band Day BPD Ecological Work Day,9am-noon, Fischer Farm VILLAGE HALL CLOSED

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BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL Family Movie Night, 7pm, BV Theatre BPD Fall Group Fitness classes, DGLC BPD Free Fitness Facility Hours , DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BSD2 Food for Families at Tioga School, 4-6 pm Senior Lunch CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BSD2 Project CARE Plus Welcome Back Seminar, 10 am, EAC BPD Free Fitness Facility Hours , DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC

BCPL Intro to Microsoft PowerPoint, 2pm BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm BCPL Plight of the Honey Bee, 7pm BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm FHS Signs of Suicide Parent Presentation, 6:30 pm BPD Free Fitness Facility Hours , DGLC Fitness Center & Classes Community Garage Sale

BPD Free Fitness Facility Hours , DGLC Fitness Center & Classes Community Garage Sale

BPD Free Fitness Facility Hours , DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BPD Bombers Basketball Tryouts, 9-10:30am, DGLC BPD Ecological Work Day, 9am-noon, Wood Land Area/Wood Dale Community Garage Sale

BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL Family Art Night, 6:30pm BSD2 Food for Families at W.A. Johnson School, 4-6 pm Committee of the Whole Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL Chapters Book Club, 4pm BCPL Intro to Microsoft Excel, 6pm BCPL Lit Chicks, 7pm BCPL Hispanic Heritage Film Festival, 7pm BV Theatre BCPL Library Board Meeting, 7:30pm BSD2 Project CARE Plus begins

BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL September 11th Remembrance, 3:30pm BCPL Budding Bookworms Book Club, 4pm BCPL Foreign Language Film Series, 7pm BV Theatre BSD2 Tioga PTA Meeting, 7:30 pm BPD Bombers Basketball Tryouts, 7:15-8:45pm, DGLC BPD School of Dance & Movement classes begin, DGLC

BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BCPL Parent University, 6:30pm BCPL The Handmaid’s Tale Book Discussion, 7pm BSD2 Board of Education Meeting, 7 pm., EAC BPD Board Meeting, 6 pm, DGLC

BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BCPL Art & Relaxation, 7pm

BCPL Computer Basics, 2pm BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm BCPL Film Fanatics, 7pm BV Theatre FHS Second Semester Honor Roll Breakfast, 7am FHS Freshman Play, 7pm BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School PTO Meeting, 6 pm BPD Pizza and Bingo, 12-3pm, DGLC, Oak Room

Garden Club, 12:30pm at the BCPL BCPL Photoshop Elements: Part 2, 2pm BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm BSD2 Pre-Kindergarten Screening at Tioga--call for appointment BSD2 W.A. Johnson PTA Meeting, 6 pm BSD2 Scout Sign-Up Night,6:15-8 pm, TIoga and W.A. Johnson

BPD Teen Night, 7-9pm, Pine Room

BSD2 Pre-Kindergarten Screening at Tioga--call for appointment BSD2 W.A. Johnson PTA Movie Night

BCPL Author Brett Weiss, 2pm BSD2 ILMEA Junior Auditions (Grade 6-8 Band and Chorus), 7 am-5 pm, Blackhawk Middle School BPD Hands on Arts, noon-6pm, Fischer Farm

B-Well Bensenville Walkathon and Family Fest, 10am-2pm

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BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BCPL Brave New World Book Discussion, 7pm BCPL Hard-Boiled, 7pm BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Book Fair BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Family Literacy Night, 6 pm

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BCPL Stuffed Animal Sleepover, 6:30pm BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Book Fair BPD Concert: DuPage Band, 7-11 pm, 37 Bar & Grill at White Pines

BCPL Stuffed Animal Sleepover, 10am BCPL Post-Apocalyptic Survival Training, 2pm BPD Breakfast at the Farm, 9 -11 am, Fischer Farm

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BCPL Traditional Mariachi Music, 2pm FHS Homecoming Dance BPD Ecological Work Day, 9am-noon, Fischer Farm

COLUMBUS DAY, NO SCHOOL BCPL Budding Bookworm Book Club, 4pm BCPL Hispanic Heritage/Foreign Language Film, 7pm BV Theatre BPD Days off School Care, 7am-6pm, DGLC

BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm BCPL A Night of Dominoes, 7pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BCPL The Giver Book Discussion, 7pm BCPL Art & Relaxation, 7pm

Garden Club, 12:30pm at the BCPL BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm BSD2 Tioga International Night BSD2 W.A. Johnson Reading Night and Author Visit, 6 pm

BCPL Fright Night Double Feature, 7pm, 9pm at the Korthauer Log House

BPD Heritage Day, 10am-4pm, Fischer Farm

BCPL Chapters Book Club, 4pm BCPL Photoshop Elements: Part 1, 6pm BCPL Lit Chicks, 7pm BCPL Library Board Meeting, 7:30pm BSD2 Tioga PTA Meeting, 6:30 pm

BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL Halloween Card Making Party, 6:30pm BCPL Mexican Cuisine: Breads and Desserts, 7pm FHS Bandarama, 7pm Committee of the Whole Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BCPL Parent University, 6:30pm BCPL Ready Player One Book Discussion, 7pm BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School Picture Retake Day BSD2 Board of Education Meeting, 7 pm., EAC BPD Board Meeting, 6pm, DGLC

FHS NO SCHOOL FHS Parent Teacher Conferences BCPL Photoshop Elements: Part 2, 2pm BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm BCPL Film Fanatics, 7pm BV Theatre BSD2 Tioga Picture Retake Day (Grades K-5) and PreK Picture Day BSD2 Blackhawk Middle School PTO Meeting, 6 pm BPD Oct. Fest and Bingo, 12-3pm, DGLC, Oak Room

FHS NO SCHOOL FHS Parent Teacher Conferences BCPL Diwali Celebration, 6:30pm BPD Teen Night, 7-9pm, Pine Room

BPD Concert: R-Gang, 8pm, White Pines Tented Pavilion

BCPL Manga Book Club, 3pm Blackhawk Middle School BCPL Intro to Microsoft Publisher, 6pm

BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL Family BINGO, 6:30pm BCPL Day of the Dead DIY Calaveras, 7pm BSD2 Food for Families at Tioga School, 4-6 pm Village Board Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

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BCPL Meditation: Finding Peace and Calmness, 2pm FHS Fall Play Metamorphoses

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In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 to October 15, the BENSENVILLE COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY has a series of events planned to celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

BCPL Book Brunch, 10am BCPL Using the Internet, 2pm BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm FHS Fall Play Metamorphoses BPD Monster Mash, 5:30-7:30pm, DGLC

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BCPL Computer Basics, 2pm BCPL Video Game Club, 3-5pm BCPL How to Pay For College Without Going Broke, 7pm BCPL Thursday Night Book Club, 7pm BSD2 1st Trimester Progress Reports Home BSD2 W.A. Johnson PTA Meeting, 6 pm

BCPL English Conversation Group, 10am BCPL Little Builders, 10:30am BCPL 1984 Book Discussion, 7pm

BCPL Pre-K Book Club, 4pm BCPL Intro to Microsoft Publisher, 6pm BCPL Hispanic Heritage Film Festival, 7pm, BV Theatre FHS Homecoming Week

BCPL Read Aloud October Challenge Begins BPD Fitness Sale Through October 15, DGLC Fitness Center & Classes BCPL Video Game Club, 2-4pm BCPL After School Book Buddies, 3pm BCPL After School Stay & Play, 3:30pm BCPL Latin Kitchen, 7pm BCPL Cooking the Books, 7pm BCPL Family Movie Night, 7pm BV Theatre BSD2 1st Trimester Mid-Term Senior Lunch CDC Meeting, 6:30pm, VH

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