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VILLAGE OF WESTCHESTER Sam D. Pulia, President
VILLAGE OF WESTCHESTER
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*****ECRWSS***** POSTAL CUSTOMER WESTCHESTER, ILLINOIS 60154
Catherine M. Booth, Clerk Neil Boyle, Trustee Patrick Casey, Trustee Rick Fox, Trustee Walter J. Novak, Trustee Brian A. Sloan, Trustee Nicholas C. Steker, Trustee
THE VILLAGE
NEWSLETTER
FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT ...
Stan Urban, Village Manager The Village Newsletter is Published Quarterly By the Village of Westchester 10300 Roosevelt Road ~ Westchester, Illinois 60154 Phone: (708) 345-0020 ~ Fax: (708) 345-2873 E-mail: newsletter@westchester-il.org Website: www.westchester-il.org
VILLAGE BOARD TOWN HALL MEETING
Secretary of State Jesse White’s Mobile Driver Services Facility Tuesday, October 20th, 10 am til 2 pm Westchester Village Hall, Community Room Available services: Vision screenings, written exams, duplicate or corrected licenses, drivers license renewal, identification cards. License plate renewal stickers, (CDL and road tests not available.) Those wanting to secure an ID for the first time will need to present three forms of identification, such as Social Security card, a birth certificate, and a piece of mail showing
The Westchester Village Board will be holding yet another Town Hall Meeting.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009 7:00 pm Westchester Primary School 2400 Downing .
“Building Department Processes” Everything you should know about compliance inspections, and residential & commercial permitting.
Refreshments will be served.
VILLAGE HALL NEWS
The Village Board would like to express its gratitude to Westchester School District 92½ for their gracious offer to host the event. Check the Village website for details and updates. Extended Hours at Village Hall: Tuesdays: until 7 PM Saturdays: 8:30 - 12:00
Chai Yo Thai and Christopher’s Speakeasy restaurants are welcomed as new businesses to Westchester.
Fall 2009
New Meeting Schedule: Committee of the Whole Meetings 1st and 3rd Tuesdays Village Board Meetings 2nd and 4th Tuesdays Meetings are open to the public. Comments are welcome at both formats.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
President’s Letter
1
Municipal News
2
Department News
3-5
Vietnam Veterans
6-7
Calendar of Events
8-9
What’s Happening Now
10
Here we are in October, all saying “where did the summer go?” The summer of 2009 is a memory as we move forward into our Fall season. Many pleasurable moments are ahead as we enjoy the great outdoors, the changing tree colors, fall sporting events, Homecoming, and Halloween fun. School has been in full swing for over a month and hopefully parents and children alike have become familiar to their routines. The fall season is a very busy time for the Village as well. The changing temperature has the leaves falling from the trees in preparation for their winter hibernation. The Public Works Department is ready to tackle their leaf collection duties but we will need everyone’s help in removing the leaves from our streets to prevent our storm sewer system from being clogged up. Leaf collection has always been a challenge for all but I am confident by working together we can get the job done right. The village tree trimming program will continue with the section of town south of Roosevelt from approximately Westchester Boulevard to Gardner. The goal is to maintain safety and promote the health and beauty of our parkway trees. Safety… Safety …Safety... is always a concern for the village. October is Fire Safety Month and our Fire Chief Rich Belmonte reminds us to change the battery in your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. The Fire Department is also hosting an open house on October 10th. All are welcome and encouraged to attend. Our Police Chief Matt Evans proudly reports the decrease of our property damage and personal injury vehicle accidents. Both are down 11 and 17 percent respectively. Hopefully this summer you were able to see and speak to our police officers who were walking the beat. Since July 1st officers have been out on foot in our neighborhoods in our community policing initiative. Their efforts along with the reminders to lock up our cars and homes and to be on the lookout and report any suspicious activities will lead to another reduction of our crime statistics for 2009. The village has welcomed several new businesses and restaurants to town. Cardinal Fitness, Christopher’s Speakeasy , Chai Yo Thai Restaurant, and Antonio’s Ice Cream. We wish you much success and thank you for opening up in Westchester. A thank you to all the village staff, members of the Fire and Police Department , as well as the Westchester Middle School Band, St Joseph H.S., Proviso West H.S. NJROTC , local clergy, and residents for attending our 9-1-1 ceremony. The show of respect for the people who lost their life in New York City shows our strength and resolve as citizens of Westchester “Not to Forget” the tragedy of 8 years ago. Presidents Obama’s signature on Senator Edward M. Kennedy’s Serve America Act in April officially recognized September 11th as a National Day of Service and Remembrance reminding us that “United We Serve.” Flu season is on the way once again and the Cook County of Public Health reminds us to get our flu shots as soon as possible. I have been informed that later this month more information regarding the additional shot for the H1N1 virus will be out and all are encouraged to get that shot as well. Initially the number of vaccine doses will be based on the state’s population. Please consult with your doctor. Finally, I would like to express our sincere thanks to State Representative Karen Yarbrough who acquired $200,000 for the Village Emergency Operations Center. The check presentation was made at our August 25, 2009 Board Meeting.
State Representative Karen Yarbrough presents $200,000 check for emergency operations center on August 25, 2009.
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Stan Urban, Village Manager
MUNICIPAL VILLAGE NEWS NEWS
Matthew Evans, Police Chief
Richard E. Belmonte, Fire Chief
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POLICE & FIRE DEPARTMENTS WATCH YOUR SPEED
WESTCHESTER VILLAGE VEHICLE STICKERS
VEHICLE STICKERS GO ON SALE DECEMBER 1st. Newly-acquired vehicles must be licensed within thirty (30) days of purchase. If vehicle stickers are not properly displayed by February 15, 2010 the owner is subject to a fine, in addition to fees being doubled. VEHICLE FEE (2/15) FEE (2/16) Auto $35.00 $70.00 Motorcycle $32.00 $64.00 Truck (B Plate) $60.00 $120.00 Truck (C Plate) $70.00 $140.00 Il. Disabled Plate $10.00 $20.00 The Village Hall will be open for your convenience, to help serve you better, every Saturday 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Village Hall office hours are Monday, Wednesday through Friday 8:30 am. to 5 pm. Tuesday the Village is open 8:30 am to 7 pm. Seniors: $20.00 to residents age 65 by 2/15/010. One per person. Dog & Cat Licenses (Tags) are available in the Police Department free of charge. Rabies certification must be presented upon registration. Newly-acquired dogs and cats must be licensed within 30 days after receiving their first rabies vaccine. Thereafter, the registrations have to be renewed annually at the beginning of the year before February 15th. AFTER-HOURS PAYMENTS Use the drop box in the lobby of the Village Hall, located in the main lobby just to the left of the doorway into the Village offices after hours. BILLING LATE FEES Water and garbage fees are billed quarterly by section. If you do not receive the bill because of a post
So you think you have an evergreen? The Village of Westchester is looking for a community member who would like to donate an evergreen tree from their yard as the Village Hall Holiday tree. Public Works will carefully remove the tree from the resident’s property at no cost to the resident. The tree will be erected and seasonably decorated in front of the Village Hall by the Village staff. If you feel that you have such a tree, please call Westchester Public Works (708) 345-0041.
BLOOD PROGRAM AT NEARLY 22,000 UNITS In the midst of a critical shortage of blood at area hospitals, the Westchester Blood Program held its fourth drive of the year July 18 at Divine Providence School and collected 124 units (pints). That's more than enough to save the lives of 300 patients. The WBP, the most productive community blood program in the Chicago area, has now collected 399 units this year, with two drives remaining on its schedule. Those will be held Oct. 17 at the Community Center from 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Nov. 10 in a LifeSource coach parked in the lot at Bond and Westchester, just south of Westchester Community Church, from 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Donors cannot give blood at both drives since they are just three weeks apart.) Anybody with questions about the importance of donating blood should contact Chairman Carl Panek at 865-1782 or Vice Chair Person Nadine Trumbull at 865-8057.
The Westchester Police Department is watching your speed. The Department has recently purchased a portable traffic speed monitoring device as a part of the Traffic Enforcement Program. The device utilizes the latest technology, all in the size of a small sign. This device displays speed while warning motorists who are exceeding limit with a bright flashing strobe. This device collects data for research as well as deters speeding. You will see this device in many areas throughout the community. Stay Safe Matthew Evans Chief of Police
Westchester 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
Fire Department Open House 10240 Roosevelt Rd. On far left, Fire Chief Richard Belmonte, and on far right Saturday, October 10, 2009 President Pulia, recognize Travis Spiropolous and John 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Cunningham for extinguishing a fire and saving the Fest. The Westchester Fire Department invites you to our Open House. Please join us, to celebrate our community’s efforts to “Stay Fire Smart and Don’t Get Burned”. Come meet the Firefighters and see the tools and equipment we use to keep Westchester safe! Highlights include:
RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER SYSTEM DISPLAY SPECIALIZED RESCUE EQUIPMENT DISPLAY VEHICLE EXTRICATION DEMONSTRATION CHILD SEAT INSTALATION INSPECTIONS HOME FIRE SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSPECTIONS BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING STATE POLICE SEAT BELT “CONVINCER” FIRE SAFETY HOUSE : ESCAPE PLANNING There will be plenty of activities for adults and children to participate in. Please join us and play a part in making Westchester a safe place to live!
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Rusty Gross, Public Works Director
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT BRANCH PICK-UP As a reminder the final branch pickup for this year will be the week of November 2-6, 2009 . No brush will be picked up after this date. After that you will be required to dispose of it through your trash service or on your own. Branch pickup will resume April 2010. Please do not put out any brush before this. Brush should be stacked neatly on the curb for “curb appeal.” Please keep logs and branches in manageable sections so we can remove them efficiently and in a timely manner. Please note that the last pick-up day for yard waste by Waste Management will be November 30, 2009. Monday
Mannheim Road west to Wolf Road; from Canterbury Street
south pick to Windsor, including sides of Windsor Drive; For a map of branch up schedule logboth on: www.westchester-il.org. Also, Waterford Drive, Waverly Avenue, Camelot Street and Concord Avenue. Please remember that all landscaping contractors are responsible for Roosevelt south to Cermak Road; from Gardner Road Tuesday their own brush pick-up Road and disposal. west to Mannheim Road. Wednesday Roosevelt Road north to the expressway; from Gardner Road west to Mannheim Road; Also, Roosevelt Road south to Canterbury Street from Haase Avenue west to Heidorn Avenue. Belleview Avenue west to Wolf Road; from Martindale Thursday Drive to 31st Street.
Dennis DiPasquale, Building Commissioner
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BUILDING DEPARTMENT FALL/WINTER WATER PREPERATIONS
As the cooler weather approaches, remember to turn off your outside water spigots in the basement to prevent pipes from cracking or freezing during the winter months. All plumbers working in the Village of Westchester need a State or City of Chicago Plumbers license, a contractor’s license from the Westchester Building Department, plus a certificate of insurance. A permit is required to assure codes are met and an inspection from the Plumbing Inspector is necessary. Residents are advised to contact the Public Works Department at 708-345-0041 before signing a contract with a plumber to rod out the sanitary line. Our department will check to make sure the problem is not in our sanitary lines.
As always, residents are asked to call the Village at (708) 345-0041 Public Works or (708) 345-0060 Police (Nonemergency or after hours) if you see an unusual amount of water in the street or parkways. This could be a main break or water leak that requires our immediate attention.
SNOW PREPARATIONS Not far behind leaves comes SNOW! When it does begin to snow Village crews work long and hard to keep our streets clear and safe. Please assist us by observing the following : Place garbage cans and bins behind the curb line-not in the street Observe “ NO PARKING” and “SNOW ROUTE” signs Do not throw or blow snow back into the cleared streets
The following parking restrictions WILL be enforced: After a two-inch snowfall and except as otherwise posted, it is unlawful to park any vehicle, or to permit any vehicle to remain parked, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., on odd-numbered sides of the street (south and east sides of streets) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and on even-numbered sides of the street (north and west sides of the streets) on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Odd sides of the street are defined as the south side of east and west streets, and the east side of the north and south streets. Even sides of the street are defined as the north side of east and west streets and the west side of north and south streets.
THREE ESTIMATES AND CHECKING REFERENCES Remember to always get at least three estimates. Check that the scope of work and materials provided is the same. Ask for references and do not hesitate to call and check them. Always insist that your contractor provide you with a certificate of insurance, a signed contract and an installation schedule. The contractor that you choose must be registered with the Village. If you need a list of contractors currently registered with the Village, call the Building Department and we will provide our current list.
LAWN MAINTENANCE - KEEP WESTCHESTER BEAUTIFUL
No Feeding of Wild Animals A friendly reminder from the Village that it is unlawful to feed wild animals such as deer or stray dog or cats. Wild animals, rodents, and birds may constitute a menace to public health and comfort and can also be offensive. Simple, casual feeding of birds with bird seed or similar types of natural products is permitted if not excessive and does not cause a public nuisance. For more information go to www.westchesteril.org. Municipal Code Chapter 10.12 PROVISO HANDYMAN PROGRAM
Summer seems to fly by faster every year! As we move into fall we are wrapping up our street repairs so that we can move into leaf season. Even though we will be using the street vacuum to clean the curbs we ask you DO NOT rake leaves into the streets as this clogs the storm sewers. The street sweeper and vac machine will only be used to insure proper operation of the Village storm sewer system. As you may know, due to budget constraints the Village has discontinued the leaf bag program. Please dispose of leaves in bags that can be purchased at your local hardware store or grocery store. You can also use up to a 32 gallon container marked with a yard waste sticker to dispose of leaves. You may obtain yard waste stickers at the Village Hall or Public Works Department at no charge. With your cooperation the Village can preserve the charm of its neighborhoods as well as the maintenance of our sewer system.
TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY There is still plenty of time before the snow begins to fall to prepare your home for winter. New windows and doors will save on your heating bills and eliminate drafts while improving the appearance of your home. You may also receive up to $1500 federal tax credit when filing your 2009 taxes, for replacing your old windows or doors. Also perform pre-heating season maintenance on your furnace or boiler to assure a trouble free winter. A new high efficiency heating system can also lower your monthly energy bills. There are also tax credits for updating to more energy efficient appliances, much the same as for replacement windows and doors, though each household is limited to an annual amount, as specified by US Dept. of
Call the Handyman at:
(708) 547-4001
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November 5 through November 9, Mayfair Park
Vietnam Veterans “Moving Wall”
Sunday, November 8, Mayfair Park
20th Annual VETERUN & Moving Wall Schedule of Events Thursday, November 5, 2009 8:00 AM
Invocation
9:00 AM
School Tours Begin
10:00 AM
Reading of Names
THE VIETNAM VETERANS "MOVING WALL" IS COMING TO WESTCHESTER On November 5th through November 9th the Vietnam Veterans "Moving Wall" will be on display at Mayfair Park in Westchester, IL. The Moving Wall is a half sized replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. The wall was created by Vietnam Veterans through contributions from the public and has never received any funding from the Federal Government. There are 58,253 names listed on the memorial of personnel who gave the ultimate sacrifice while they served in the U.S. military in Vietnam.
6:00 PM
Opening Ceremony
6:45 PM 7:00 PM
Taps Special Photographic Presentation by Roger Mattingly. Mr. Mattingly was a military photographer for Stars & Stripes Magazine during the Vietnam War. This 90 minute presentation is sponsored by the Westchester Public Library and admission is open to all.
We hope that you are able to visit the wall during its stay here in Westchester. Especially welcome are school groups who may schedule a visit with our staff and receive a guided tour of the wall. To schedule your time please contact the office of the Westchester Park District at (708) 865-8200. Time slots start each day at 9:00 am and are available every hour until 2:00 pm.
Friday, November 6, 2009
VOLUNTEER DONATIONS & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES The "Moving Wall" visit to the Westchester Community has opened up endless opportunities for volunteers, donations and sponsors. Should you be interested in making a donation, sponsoring our Veterans Day Run, or volunteering for this event please contact the Westchester Park District at (708) 865-8200. We are in need of items such as food for our volunteers, materials for erecting the wall, plants for decorating, lighting, flags, etc. For a full list of items needed please contact the Westchester Park District at (708) 865-8200.
8:00 AM
Invocation
9:00 AM
School Tours Begin
10:00 AM
Reading of Names
6:00 PM 7:00 PM
Taps Benefit Concert featuring: THE BUCKINGHAMS and THE IDES OF MARCH All proceeds go to the Wounded Heroes Foundation.
Saturday, November 7, 2009 8:00 AM
Invocation
10:00 AM 1:00 PM 1:30 PM 2:00 PM
Reading of Names Introduction Ceremony Introduction of Honored Guests Keynote Speaker: Tammy Duckworth, Duckworth Assistant Secretary of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs Taps
6:00 PM
Sunday, November 8, 2009
* For
more complete information about either of the above mentioned events, the Moving Wall or the Veterun Race, go to www.westchesterchamber.org
Please note: Streets dedicated to race route will be closed from 8:15 am-11am
The Moving Wall and Veterun are sponsored by: ♦ ♦ ♦
Westchester Chamber of Commerce Westchester Park District Village of Westchester
8:00 AM
Invocation and Ceremony for the Westchester 20th Annual Veterun
9:00 AM
Annual Veterans Day Road Race Begins
12:00 PM 6:00 PM
Reading of Names Taps
Monday, November 9, 2009 8:00 AM
Invocation
9:00 AM
School Tours Begin
10:00 AM
Reading of Names
6:00 PM
Closing Ceremony
For more information or updates to the schedule go to www.westchesterchamber.org. To volunteer, send your name and contact information to wallvolunteer@westchester-il.org.
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October, November, & December
CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS October 2009 -October 2009: Registration continues for Youth Department’s fall story times and reading programs. Contact Library at (708) 562-3573.
-Tuesday , October 20: IL Secretary of State Jesse White’s Mobile Driver Services Facility. Providing many services, see ad on back page. 10a.m. - 2 p.m. Westchester Village Hall, --Saturday, October 17: “Beer in the Burbs,” The event Community Room
-GLOW Preschool, Grace Lutheran Church, 1101 Manchester, Westchester has openings in the 3 Year Old Class. Call (708) 681-4569 for more information.
-Wednesday, 2009:from Enrich Your Life With 9 p.m. and October a buffet21, dinner 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Local A Theatre Arts 1 p.m. at Mayfair Recreation Center, Wakefield putting contest and raffles are also part of the evening.
- Thursday, October 1 - High School Night at Westchester Middle School 6:30-8:00 p.m. -Friday, October 2: Fish/Chicken Fry and Fall Raffle, 4:30 7:30 p.m. Westchester Community Church -Saturday, October 3: Four Seasons Bazaar and Craft Show, 9:00 a.m.-3:00p.m. Divine Providence School -Saturday, October 3: Westchester AYSO “Kick the Can”, Partnering with Food Pantry to fill a “goal,” with nonperishable foods. Event held during games at the Community Center. To donate contact John Milas (708) 369-7807. -Monday, October 5: Friends of the Library Chess and Scrabble Game Night 6:30 – 8:45 p.m. at Library. Membership in Friends required. Membership table available on game nights. -Wednesday, October 7: Proviso Township Handy Man will talk at the Over 50 Club Meeting to inform Seniors of what is available to them. 1:30 p.m. at Divine Providence School. See ad on page 2 -Wednesday, October 7: Family Film Night “Inkheart” 6:30 p.m. at Westchester Library. -Saturday, October 10: Foreclosure Seminar 10:00 a.m. Westchester Library Westchester Flu Shot -Wednesday, October 14: Family Film Program Night “Hotel for Dogs” , October 14: 10 am. - 1 pm. 6:30 p.m. atWednesday the Westchester Library Mandatory: call17, ahead to schedule an appointment time. -Saturday, October Annual Rummage Sale 8:00 a.m. -1:00 Village Hall, Community Room (708) 345– 0020 p.m. Donations of usable items may be dropped 10/15 or 10/16. Dominick’s Immanuel Lutheran ChurchPharmacy & School Flu Clinic Flu Shots: $25.00 Pneumonia Shots: $45.00 -Saturday, October will 17 Market Day Pick-up, Dominick’s bill Medicare Part B8:30-9:30a.m. participants Divine Providence School -Saturday, October 17th: Class of ’59 – 50th Reunion Details at www.divineinfant.org/di_alumni.html -Sunday, October 18: 11:30 a.m. Polka Mass, Divine Providence Church, followed by Oktoberfest in McInerney Center
runs from 5 to 10 p.m., with the tasting from 6 p.m. to
Fresh Meadow Golf Wolf Road, 6:30 -Wednesday, October 21:Course, Family2144 Film S. Night “Coraline” Hillside. p.m. at the Library Reservations are 22nd: $35 per person and/ Divine must be in by Oct. -Thursday, October Divine Infant Providence 3. For information, see www.westchestercic.org Fall Bandmore Concert 7:00 p.m. Divine Infant Jesus, Langan Hall. or call Lenore Micatka at 708.562-4781.
-Saturday, October 24: Harvest of Crafts- Craft Sale- Bake Sale These two10 organization workedCommunity together inChurch the CafeRaffle a.m. - 2 p.m.have Westchester
past, cleaning up the forest preserve trailhead area at -Saturday, October 24, P.T.L. Annual Fun Fair 12:00 to 3:00 Mannheim and Cermak andImmanuel other projects. The WCIC& p.m. Games, food, and prizes. Lutheran Church is happy to be working together again, to help raise School money for both of our organizations. -Sunday, October 25: Friends of the Library Annual Meeting featuring entertainment of “Pat and Kathleen Gilhooly’s Variety Show” 2:00 p.m. at the Library
Team at 1:30 p.m., Westchester Police Department. -Tuesday, November 10: Community blood drive 2 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in LifeSource donor coach parked in lot south of Westchester Community Church, Bond and Westchester. -Thursday, November 12th: Veteran’s Day Assembly 1:45 p.m. Will include the DI School Band and a display of flags. All veterans welcome. -Saturday, November 14: Market Day Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Divine Providence School
-Thursday, December 31 – Friday, January 1: Library closed for New Year’s holiday.
- Wednesday, November 18 - All Schools Visitation Day 9:3011:00 a.m. & 1:30-2:30 p.m. Westchester Public Schools -Friday, November 20th: Evening of Remembrance (All Souls) Taize Prayer 7:30 p.m. Divine Providence Parish
-Monday, November 2: Friends of the Library Chess and Scrabble Game Night 6:30-8:45 p.m. at Library. Membership in Friends required. Membership table available game nights.
-Thursday, November 26: Library closed for Thanksgiving
-Wednesday, November 4, 2009 Over 50 Club will have a speaker from Aging Care Connections regarding Medicare and Medicare Part D 1:30 p.m. at Divine Providence School.
-Friday, December 4: Fish/Chicken Fry—Last Chance Craft Sale 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Westchester Community Church
-Friday, November 6: Library closed until NOON for staff training. -Friday, November 6: Fish/Chicken Fry - Craft Sale - Raffle 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Westchester Community Church -Saturday, November 7: Scrapbooking Fundraiser 8:30 am 11:00 p.m. Westchester Community Church -Saturday, November 7, Men’s Club Annual Pancake Breakfast 8:00 a.m. -12:00 A free will offering for the pancakes/sausage/ coffee/juice/milk. Immanuel Lutheran Church & School
-Also Lions Free Eye Screening 8:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m.
-Saturday, November 7th: 19th Annual Divine Infant School/ Parish Raffle Party (Langan Luau) at 7:00 p.m. in Langan Hall. -Tuesday, November 10: Questions & Answers with the NEW Village President sponsored by Aging Well Community Action
- Friday, Christmas Day, December 25th 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass Divine Providence Parish
-Tuesday, November 17: Friends of the Library Chess and Scrabble Game Night 6:30-8:45 p.m. at Library. Membership in Friends required. Membership table available game nights.
-Thursday, November 26th: Mass of Thanksgiving is followed by the annual Thanksgiving Drama Presentation and refreshments. 9:30 a.m. Divine Providence Parish
-Thursday, November 5: “War Correspondent in Viet Nam with a Camera” hosted by Library. 7:00 p.m. at Mayfair Park.
-Thursday, December 24 – Friday, December 25: Library closed for Christmas holiday.
-Thursday, New Year's Eve, December 31st 5 p.m. Anticipated Mass for New Year's Day Divine Providence Parish
-Wednesday, October 28: Family Film Night “Race to Witch Mountain” 6:30 p.m. at the Library.
-Wednesday & Thursday, November 4-5 Scholastic Book Fair, 3:00-8:00 p.m. Divine Providence School
-Thursday Christmas Eve, December 24th 3:45 pm - Carol sing -a-long & Blessing of the Creche 4 p.m. -Family Anticipated Christmas Mass 6 pm - Anticipated Christmas Mass 10:15 p.m. - Carol sing-a-long 10:30 p.m. - Christmas Vigil Mass (Midnight Mass) Divine Providence Parish
-Sunday, November 15: Awards Ceremony for “Write-ABook Contest” 1:30 p.m. at the Library.
-Saturday, November 21st: Aisle of Gifts at Divine Infant Jesus from 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. Contacts Jenny Panek & Julie Klemp
November 2009
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CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS
-Monday, October 26: Deadline for submission of entries for “Write-A-Book Contest” at the Library.
-Saturday, October Community blood driveof8:15 -Monday, October 19 –17: Friday, October 23: Friends the a.m. tohost 3 p.m. at Community Center, Bond Library hospitality table at the Library 10:00and – 11:30 a.m. Jewel Shop & Share certificates will be distributed. Westchester. -Tuesday, October 20: Friends of the Library Chess and Free eyeGame screening Diabetic Retinopathy Scrabble Night for 6:30-8:45 p.m. at Library. and Membership Macular Degeneration Westchester Community in Friends required. Membership table available on game nights.
October, November, & December
December 2009
-Monday, December 7: Friends of the Library Chess and Scrabble Game Night 6:30-8:45 p.m. at Library. Membership in Friends required. Membership table available game nights. -Monday, December 11: Traditional Christmas Cheer Concert by Sarah Van Drunen a spectacular night of music celebrating the story of Christmas 7 p.m. Admission $10 - Tickets available @ 888/897-SING Coffee with the President and Trustees -Saturday, December 12: Market Day Pick-up, 8:30-9:30 a.m. Divine Providence School -Tuesday, December 15 - Early Childhood Screening by appointment at all Westchester Public Schools -Tuesday, December 15: Friends of the Library Chess and Scrabble Game Night 6:30-8:45 p.m. at Library. Membership in Friends required. Membership table available game nights. -Thursday, December 17: 7:00 p.m., Christmas Program, Divine Providence School -Tuesday, December 22nd: Christmas Choral Concert, 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at Divine Infant Jesus in Langan Hall.