December 2018 Village of Westchester Newsletter by Village of Westchester, IL

Village of

Westchester DECEMBER 2018 Newsletter

POLICE DEPARTMENT

FIRE DEPARTMENT

PUBLIC WORKS

CALENDAR

LIBRARY

SCHOOL DISTRICT

PARK DISTRICT

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Village President Gattuso, Village Clerk Kolodziej, the Board of Trustees and the entire Staff of the Village of Westchester want to wish all the residents Seasons Greetings, Happy Holidays and a wonderful New Year. As the year comes to an end and it becomes the time for families, friends, neighbors and faith, it is also the time of year for people to think more of others then themselves, remembering all who have touched our lives, and reflect on those who are no longer with us by keeping their memories and traditions alive. We hope all the residents in the Village are able to enjoy these times with the ones they love and have a safe and prosperous New Year.

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Police Department DECEMBER 2018

A Message from the Police Chief – Steven Stelter A Message from the Police Chief – Steven Stelter I cannot believe we are getting ready to wrap up another year as we head into the month of December. I want to remind everyone that on December 1st the snow parking regulations went into effect. Please pay attention to the signs posted on your blocks concerning snow removal and the restrictions involved. Check the Village website for the full Village ordinance concerning snow removal. The ordinance numbers are: 11.32.160 & 11.30. Winter Driving Safety Tips The best advice for driving during bad snow/ice storms I can recommend is not to drive at all, if possible. Try not to go out until the slat trucks have been out and had a chance to salt the streets. Allow yourself extra time when going somewhere, knowing it will take longer than normal. If you must drive in the stormy conditions, make sure your vehicle is prepared and you are comfortable with how your car handles in the stormy conditions. Here are a few tips for driving safely on icy roads: ➢ ➢ ➢ ➢

Decrease your speed and leave plenty of space between you and the car in front of you, so you can stop in time. Brake gently to avoid skidding, if you wheel start to lock up, ease off the brake. Do not pass snow plows. The plow drivers have limited vision and you are likely to find the road in bad shape in front of the plow. Remember that overpasses, bridges and less travelled roads are prime spots for black ice. Be extra careful as you drive on these.

This year the Westchester Police Department will be continuing its “Shop With A Cop” on December 15th. Police Officers will be partnered up with a child aged 5 – 12 years old who come from families that are suffering from a financial or medical hardship. Officers will drive the children lights and siren to a local retail store and Christmas shop with them. The children will be brought back to the police department and will wrap their presents and have a pizza party. Anyone who would like any information concerning Shop With A Cop may call the police department and ask for Officer Rob Verber at 708-345-0060 x440. CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY The Police Department will host its second “Citizens Police Academy” beginning, Wednesday, January 16th and graduating on March 20th. Classes will be held every Wednesday evening for ten weeks from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Village residents and Village Business Owners and/or employees are eligible to attend. Attendees will learn about police work and all that goes into operating a police department and how the officers go about doing their jobs. There are an array of topics that students will learn such as: Patrol Operations, Investigations, SWAT Operations, Bomb Unit, Terrorism, Firearms, Self-Defense and Traffic Stops just to name a few. Interested individuals can download an application from the police department website or stop by the police department and pick one up. I encourage you to attend with a friend, spouse, neighbor, children (over 18 yrs old), grab a small group and have a good time. Any further questions, please contact Officer Rob Verber at 708-345-0060 x440 or rverber@westchesterpolice.com. I wish to recognize the following members of the police department for their work anniversaries during the month of December: December 30th – Sgt. Dominic Luciano December 30th – Officer Neal Bojkovski

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Lastly the members of the Westchester Police Department want to wish everyone a

POLICE BLOTTER 1) At 4:33pm on October 30, 2018, a Burglary was reported on the 1200 block of Bristol. The owner reported that unknown person(s) entered a storage shed container and removed tools.

on the 2500 block of Kensington. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) entered the vehicle and removed a wallet with cash and debt card. It was unknown if the car was locked or unlocked.

2) At 7:54pm on October 31, 2018 a Criminal Damage to Property was reported on the 700 block of Cromwell. The homeowner reported that unknown person(s) threw a rock at the front window of their residence.

5) At 8:41am on November 11, 2018 a Burglary to Auto was reported on the 9800 block of Roosevelt Road. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) gained entry to their vehicle by force. It was undetermined at the time of the report if anything was taken.

3) At 5:11pm on November 2, 2018 a Criminal Damage to Auto was reported on the 11200 block of Cermak Road. A vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) scratched the side of their vehicle with a key or sharp tool. 4) At 11:43am on November 4, 2018 a Burglary to Auto was reported

6) At 7:53am on November 12, 2018 a Burglary to Auto was reported on the 9800 block of Roosevelt Road. The vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) entered the vehicle. It was undetermined if anything of value was taken from the vehicle at the time of the report.

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PMSA’s Multicultural Club Performs at Westchester Primary School’s First Hispanic Festival The PMSA Multicultural Club performed at the Westchester Primary School’s Hispanic Festival on Friday, October 12, 2018. The students performed vocal selections, spoken word, and a variety of Latin dances. The club also presented the Annual Latin Cultural Assembly at PMSA on Wednesday, October 17th for the community and parents and on October 18th for the students during an all-school assembly. This year’s program was led by Seniors, Marlene Sanchez, Michelle Munoz, Yaritza Guiterrez, Gissel Galvan, and Victor Avitia. The next project for the club will be the Black History Program.

PMSA Honored at National Blue Ribbon School Special Ceremony in Washington D.C. On November 8, 2018, PMSA was recognized in Washington D.C. by the U.S. Department of Education for its consistent commitment to superior student achievement and academic excellence. The National Blue Ribbon Program honors outstanding schools across the country. The program is designed to celebrate systemic excellence in schools that effectively close the student achievement gaps. The Blue Ribbon distinction is the highest award a school can receive, as less than one-third of one percent of schools that are eligible for the award receive it each year. We encourage aspiring Pythons and their families to tour PMSA, meet faculty, staff, and students, and learn about PMSA programs by joining us at our next Admissions Open House on December 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.

Superintendent Student Advisory Board Holds First Meeting Of The Year Superintendent Rodriguez’s Student Advisory Board comprised of members from East, West and PMSA reconvened and received an executive briefing on the Facility Master Plan development and funding on October 31, 2018. “The Superintendent’s Student Advisory Board is a privilege that allows students to voice their opinions but also teaches us the IMPORTANCE of taking others and their opinions into consideration. It takes a team to make changes that are worthwhile,” said Proviso West student Kiana Hackett. #OneProviso Panthers Mark Hispanic Heritage Month With Art, Food, and Dance Proviso West celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with celebrations full of festivities, food and camaraderie amongst staff and students. The celebration kicked off with Latin Heritage Spirit Week where students wore clothes ranging from their favorite Latin sports team to southwestern day (Vaqueros). The activities included, morning announcements read in Spanish every day, Spanish classes created two altars for Dia de los Muertos that were decorated with memorabilia of deceased loved ones --the altars are displayed in the school’s main office. The celebration cumulated with a performance that included a series of dances and songs that honored various Latin heritages. The Proviso West Unidos Club, in conjunction with Morton High School’s Mariachi Band and Folkloric Club put on a live performance for students and staff.

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Public Works

Dear Property Owners/Residents on Sunnyside Avenue The Village of Westchester is beginning the Sunnyside Sewer Relocation project. The contractor, Alessio & Sons, will be mobilizing in your neighborhood, including the street in front of your property. The work is scheduled to begin this month and be completed by the end of June. The first activity you should see is the removal of trees located in the path of the new sewer. The Village has received permission from the Cook County Forest Preserve to remove these trees. The construction will start south in the forest preserve near Brainard Avenue in LaGrange Park and progress north to Sunnyside Avenue. At Sunnyside and 31st Street, it may be necessary to close portions of the street partially or completely to vehicular traffic during construction due to safety concerns. No street closure is expected to last more than a day or two. Street parking may also be restricted. “No Parking” signs will be posted along your street in advance and will be enforced by the Police Department. All other parking restrictions will still be in effect. Access to your driveways should not be affected during the construction operations. These activities and restrictions

should not affect any normal holiday activities during Thanksgiving or Christmas. We do not anticipate the contractor to be on the Sunnyside location until January or February. Construction in your area may not take place in one continuous time period as there are several phases of construction. It also may not extend for the entire period. Except for special circumstances, normal work hours will be between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The sewer relocation may cause temporary inconvenience because of the nature of work. We will appreciate your patience during this period and will attempt to minimize the inconvenience. Our Inspector will be on site during work hours if you have any problems. His name is Boris Vukovic 847.975.6929. After work hours, please call the Police Department to report any problems associated with the construction. You can always leave a message with Public Works Customer Service at (708) 345-0041 Sunnyside Sanitary Sewer Relocation Project. Funding Provided by: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency low interest loan program Principal $3,520,104.00, Term 20 years, Interest 1.84%, Annual Payment $176,005.00, Interest

Holiday Garbage Schedule

Tuesday, January 1, 2019 pickup will be Wednesday, January 2, 2019 Thursday, January 3, 2019- regular Thursday pickup Friday, January 4, 2019- regular Friday pickup

Monday, December 24, 2018-regular Monday pickup Tuesday, December 25, 2018 pickup will be Wednesday, December 26, 2018 Thursday, December 27, 2018regular Thursday pickup Friday, December 28, 2018regular Friday pickup Monday, December 31, 2018-regular Monday pickup

****************************** ******************************* The Public Works Department continues to fill potholes throughout the Village. Please call Public Works at 708-345-0041 to report potholes.

Adopt a Fire Hydrant this Winter Season! Help keep the hydrant clear of snow so that the Fire Department can easily access the hydrant in case of an emergency and so that the snow plows can easily identify the hydrants while plowing snow. As always, Village residents are asked to call Public Works at 708-345-0041 or the Police nonemergency number (after hours) at 708-345-0060 if an unusual amount of water is visible in the street or parkway. This could be a main break or water leak that

requires our immediate attention. Snow Season Has Arrived….. Public Works crews work hard to keep our streets free of snow and ice during the winter months. Please Remember…… • Place garbage cans and bins behind the curb line- do not place them in the street • Do not throw or blow snow back in to the cleared streets • Please observe the blue and white No Parking Snow Route signs

Calendar DECEMBER 2018 *** DECEMBER - WESTCHESTER LIBRARY- Art contest for all students grade 1 thru 8 begins at the *** Library will be CLOSED Monday Dec 24- Tuesday Dec 25 for Christmas Holiday *** Monday Dec 31- Tuesday Jan 1 For New Year’s Holiday *** JANUARY 6 & 13 – 3D printing workshop for adults 2:00pm at the library ***2- part class for hands on experience with the library’s 3D printer, Registration required due to limited class size. Contact Adult Department 708-562-3573

Dec. 1

9:00 RCIA - Ministry Center 3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Registration begins for Youth Winter reading Club at Library Contact youth Dept to register 708-562-3573 – Westchester Library

Dec. 2 First Sunday of Advent 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Worship Service – 10:00am- Communion will be served Westchester Commuinity Chruch - 1840 Wechester Blvd. 708-865-1282 Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study for all ages. Come join us for an in-depth study where questions are welcome. Morning Worship Service @ 10:45am “Fusion” Youth Ministry, Grades 7-12, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Join us for games, food, worship, and fellowship. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 Worship service at 9 a.m. Bible Class on Prayer at 10:30 Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd.

Dec. 3 7:30 Mass - Church 4:15p RE Classes - School Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair The Divine Infant Concert Band will be playing Christmas music for shoppers at Yorktown Mall in Lombard, 11:30am – 12:30pm. For more information, contact the James Brownold at 865-02122 Divine Infant Jesus School is sponsoring a fee Parent/Tot Play Group from 10:00am11:00am in the Discovery Club Room (entrance through Gloria parking lot) Activities and snacks are provided. For more information contact Peggy Perry at peggyperry03@aol.com Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154

Dec 4

7:30 Mass - Church 8:00 Advent Reflection - Ministry Center 7:30p Adult Choir - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Divine Infant Jesus School Advisory Board Meeting at 7:00pm at the Rectory, Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 3:00pm Card making 6:00pm Card making Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 5

8:00 Mass w/Students - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Advent 1 Service Theme: What Child is this? Noon (Matins service) and 7 pm. (Evening Prayers) Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. Movies 6:30pm at Library Contact Youth Department at 708-562-3573 Westchester Library 8:00am All School Mass Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 6:00pm Christmas Jewelry Set $ 45.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 6

7:30 Mass 7:30p Adult Choir – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 1:00pm Coloring Book – Joyful 6:00pm Coloring Book – Joyful Colorist Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 7

7:30 Communion Service(C) - Church 8:00 Eucharistic Adoration (MC) - Ministry Center Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 4:30-7:00pm WCC - Fish and Chicken Fry Fish, Chicken (fried or rotisserie), Shrimp will be served. All dinners include choice of 2 sides, bread, condiments, dessert and beverage all for $ 11.00 Tickets at the door All are Welcome !! Westchester Commuinity Chruch - 1840 Wechester Blvd. 708-865-1282 AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 1:00pm Crochet Basics – Learn to Crochet (scarf) $ 45.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 8

Feast of Imm. Conception-Mass 8:30am Church 3:15p Confessions (C) - Church

4:00p Mass (C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 2:00pm Lincoln’s favorite foods – A discussion of historic Illinois foods and meet and greet with Lincoln impersonator Kevin wood, registration requested . Contact Adut Dept at 562-3573 Westchester Library 1:00pm Christmas Tree Pottery $ 65.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 9

2nd Sunday of Advent 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study for all ages. Come join us for an in-depth study where questions are welcome. Morning Worship Service @ 10:45am “Fusion” Youth Ministry, Grades 7-12, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Join us for games, food, worship, and fellowship. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 10:00am worship Service Westchester Commuinity Chruch - 1840 Wechester Blvd. 708-865-1282 Worship service at 9 a.m. Prayers, Hope, Healing and Consolation Service 10:05 am (A time to heal and reflect) Join us for prayers to heal our broken hearts, bodies and mind. Though we suffer, we cannot be crushed because Jesus loves us and stands by us. If you need prayers, please come. If you know a friend or family member who needs a healing touch and especially those without Christ, invite them. Bible Study on Prayer 10:30 a.m. Seeker Worship / Prayers and Preaching 11:30 am Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. 2:00pm Christmas Tree Mosaic - $45.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 10

7:30 Mass - Church 2:00p Sac. of Reconciliation - Church 4:15p RE Classes - School Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 7:00pm Athletic Board will hold a meeting in Langan Hall For more information contact 865-0122 Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154

Dec 11

7:30 Mass - Church 8:00 Advent Reflection - Ministry Center 6:00p BSJ/FSA Mtg (MFR) - Mayfair Room 7:00p SVP Mtg. - Ministry Center 7:30p Adult Choir – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 1:00pm papercraft –Christmas ornament 3:00pm Card making 6:00pm Papercraft Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 12

8:00 Mass w/Students - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 8:00am All School Mass Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 Movies 6:30pm at Library Contact Youth Department at 708-562-3573 Westchester Library Advent 2 Service Theme: What Child is this? Noon (Matins service) and 7 pm (Evening Prayers) at Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. 8:00am All School Mass Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 1:00pm Christmas Jewelry Set $ 45.00 6:00pm Christmas Jewelry Set $ 45.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 13

7:30 Mass 9:00 Quilters (MC) - Ministry Center 7:30p Adult Choir – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 7:00pm Students of Divine Infant will present “Hark the Herald Angel” Admission is free, donations are accepted, for more information contact the office 865-0122 Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 1:00pm Home Décor Christmas $ 45.00 6:00pm Home Décor Candy Cane Wreath Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 14

St. Peregrine Devotion 7:30 Communion Service(C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 1:00pm knit crochet – Needlework Social $ 7.00/members free Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 15 9:00 RCIA - Ministry Center

3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair

Dec 16

Third Sunday of Advent 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church 11:30 Advent Lunch - Mayfair Room Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study see CALENDAR page 8

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Operation Gratitude

Girl Scout Troop 45148 Efforts for Operation Gratitude are a Success! Westchester Girl Scout Troop 45148, together with their leaders and families, partnered with Operation Gratitude for a post-Halloween candy collection and stuffed animal drive. Operation Gratitude distributes care packages to active United States military servicemen and servicewomen throughout the world, as well as first responders and veterans at home. These third-grade girls collected over 300 pounds of candy and 50 pounds of stuffed animals! Donations were collected at all District 92.5 schools, Divine Infant School, Divine Providence School, the Westchester Public Library and the Westchester Village Hall. Due to the massive amount of donations that were received, half of the collected items were packed and sent to Operation Gratitude for distribution around the world, while the rest will be distributed locally by the Girl Scouts to our own First Responders, the Westchester Fire Department and Police Department as well as to various Military and Veteran Organizations. Girl Scout Troop 45148 thanks everyone who helped make their service project a success!

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for all ages. Come join us for an in-depth study where questions are welcome. Morning Worship Service @ 10:45am “Fusion” Youth Ministry, Grades 7-12, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Join us for games, food, worship, and fellowship. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 Worship service at 9 a.m. and Bible Study on Prayer 10:30 a.m. Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. 10:00am Worship Service All welcome !! Westchester Commuinity Chruch - 1840 Wechester Blvd. 708-865-1282 1:00pm Kids Christmas Craft $ 25.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 17

7:30 Mass - Church 4:15p RE Classes - School Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 10:00am-11:00am – Free Parent/Tot Play Group in the Discovery Club Room (entrance through Gloria parking lot) Activities and snacks are provided. For more information contact peggy perry at peggyperry03@aol.com

Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154

Dec 18

7:30 Mass - Church 8:00 Advent Reflection - Ministry Center 2:00p Sac. of Reconciliation - Church 7:00p Christmas Program (C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 11:00am Stop in for last min gift ideas Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 19

8:00 Mass w/Students - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 8:00am All School Mass – Come join us 6:30pm Parent Association will hold a meeting in Langan hall for more information Contact the office 865-0122 9:30am in Langan Hall Pre School & Pre Kindergarten Christmas Show for more information Contact the office 865-0122 Divine Infant School - 1640 Newcastle Avenue Westchester, IL 60154 Advent 3 Service Theme: What Child is this? Noon (Matins service) and 7 pm (Evening Prayers) at Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd

Movies 6:30pm at Library Contact Youth Department at 708-562-3573 Westchester Library 11:00am Stop in for last min Christmas ideas Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 20

7:30 Mass 7:30p Adult Choir - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 11:00am Stop in for last min Christmas ideas Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 21

11:00am Stop in for last min Christmas ideas Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 22

3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Manna Shopping Certificates (CN) Church Narthex 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 10:00am Holiday Gift Wrapping Party Drop in to wrap listen to holiday music and enjoy some hot cocoa Contact Youth Dept at 562-3573 Westchester Library

7:30 Communion Service(C) – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair

11:00am Stop in for last min Christmas ideas Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

7:00pm – Thanksgiving Workshop Service – All Welcome ! Westchester Community Church 1840 Westchester Blvd. 708-9865-1282

Dec 23

AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040

Fourth Sunday of Advent 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study for all ages. Come join us for an in-depth see CALENDAR page 21

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Westchester Baseball and McDonald’s team up to raise funds On Wednesday, November 7th the Westchester Baseball held a fundraiser night at the Westchester McDonald’s located on 31st St. The restaurant was taken over by coaches as they worked behind the counter to serve their families to raise money to help support their teams. The Westchester Baseball McCoach’s night took place from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. and during the event 20% of the night’s sales from Westchester Baseball families were donated directly to the team. The money raised during this event will go towards equipment and field improvements. Owner Operator David Bear also donated a case of apple pies for the team to sell at the event. Coach’s son Jack Kaden and coaches Greg Faust and Tab Bamford wore the pie costume the entire event and had a blast. Owner-Operator David Bear couldn’t have been happier with the night’s events. “We are proud to serve the families of the Westchester community and through McCoach’s Night, we are able to not only help provide financial support, but help team members feel connected to their teammates, coaches, and community.” The McCoach’s Night is part of McDonald’s larger commitment to initiatives supporting

families and the local community. A special thank you goes to Westchester Baseball president, Mark Wesolowski, and Coach Roger Kaden, who organized the event as well as everyone that worked and attended the event. The team had a spectacular night of coaches, parents, players and socializing while helping to raise funds for their team.

The Fundraiser Night was courtesy of the Bear Family Restaurants and McDonald’s Owner-Operator, David Bear. Like us on Face book and visit Bear Family Restdurants.com For more information about events provided by the Bear Family McDonald’s, please contact Community Relations Director Julie Travers at julic. travers@comcast.net.

CONGRATULATIONS WESTCHESTER KNIGHT XAVIER CROWDER ! A big shout out to Xavier Crowder for being selected to the JP Sports All- American Team that will be competing in the Disney New Years’ Classic at the ESPN Wide World of Sports in Orlando, FL ! Xavier’s outstanding play at local showcase tournament in Wheeling, IL earned him this prestigious honor. Westchester Baseball, Inc. & the Westchester Knights are extremely proud of him and wish him great Success. He will undoubtedly represent us well. GO KNIGHTS

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Public Works Keep Your Water Pipes From Freezing Inside water pipes could be more susceptible to freezing this time of year when the air temperature outside is below freezing for more than a few days. To avoid frozen pipes you should make sure your basement is heated where the water meter and water pipes

are located. Also insulate water pipes which are against outside walls. Make sure all windows or cracks which allow cold outside air in are sealed. Snow Removal Reminders • It is illegal to blow, plow, or shovel snow from private property onto the street. • Snow shall be removed from public walkways following a storm.

HOLIDAY EGGNOG Ingredients • milk1 1/2 cups • Bourbon Whiskey1 1/2 cups • Cream1 cup • Sugar1/2 cup • White Rum1/2 cup • Nutmeg5 pinches

Directions In the bowl containing the egg yolks, beat the yolks using a mixer, if you have one. Slowly add in half of the half-cup of sugar, while still mixing. When really well mixed, set the yolk & sugar bowl aside and begin work on the egg whites. The egg whites need to be beaten stiff with the other half of the sugar. Combine the egg whites and the yolks and continue mixing on low speed. Stir in the rum, then the milk, then the whiskey, then half of the cream. In a separate bowl, whip the other half of the cream. When whipped, gently fold the cream into the eggnog mixture. Ladle room temperature eggnog into cups and sprinkle with a small amount of nutmeg.

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study where questions are welcome. Morning Worship Service @ 10:45am Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 Worship service at 9 a.m. and Bible Study on Prayer at 10:30 Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. 11:00am Stop in for last min Christmas ideas Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 24

4:00p Christmas Eve Family Mass Church 11:00p Christmas Eve Mass – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Christmas Eve Service at 5pm. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 7 pm “Christmas Songs and Scripture” Join us at 6:30 pm for goodies. Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. 7:00 pm Christmas Eve Worship Service 10:30pm Christmas Eve Candlelight Worship Service Special Music Westchester Community Church 1840 Westchester Blvd. 708-9865-1282

Dec 25

8:30 Christmas Day Mass - Church 10:30 Christmas Day Mass – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair Christmas Day Service 9 am at Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. 7:30am CLOSED Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 26

No School 8:00 Mass - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair

Dec 27

No School 7:30 Mass 9:30 Quilters - Ministry Center Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair

Dec28

No School 7:30 Communion Service(C) - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 1:00pm Knit/Crochet Needlework Social $ 7.00 members free Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

Dec 29

3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Mass (C) - Church

Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair

Dec 30

8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass – Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair 1:00pm Vision Board $ 75.00 Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street Worship service at 9 a.m. and Bible Study on Prayer at 10:30 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 1124 Westchester Blvd. Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study for all ages. Come join us for an in-depth study where questions are welcome. Morning Worship Service @ 10:45am Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 10:00am Worship Service Westchester Community Church 1840 Westchester Blvd. 708-9865-1282

Dec 31

No School 4pm Mass - Church Divine Providence Parish – Mayfair CLOSED Joyfully Crafting 10708 31st Street

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AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040

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Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study for all ages. Come join us for an in-depth study where questions are welcome. Morning Worship Service @ 10:45am “Fusion” Youth Ministry, Grades 7-12, 6:00pm – 7:30pm, Join us for games, food, worship, and fellowship. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 Jan 18 WANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040

DECEMBER 2018

SAVE THE DATE November 30 - December 1 PMSA - Once on this Island (see enclosed) December 6 Parent Workshop “Holiday Party” Proviso West 6:00 PM December 8 Breakfast with Santa – Proviso West 8:30 AM December 10 Finance Committee Meeting 3:30 PM December 11 Board Meeting – Proviso East 5:30 PM December 13 Parent Workshop “Managing Stress and Mindfulness” 6:00 PM Proviso West December 19 Panther Parent Action Committee Proviso West 6:30 PM December 24 – January 4 Schools Closed – Winter Break December 26 – December 29 Proviso West Holiday Basketball Tournament

PROVISO TOWNSHIP HANDYMAN PROGRAM Over the river and through the woods to Grandmother’s house we go…. Are you ready for the holidays? Give us a call and we will help bring out your boxes of decorations! It is also a good time to change the batteries in your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. The Proviso Township Handyman Program serves homeowners over the age of 60 and disabled homeowners who are residents of Proviso Township. Call us at 708 547-4001 to register for our Proviso Handyman Program.

DECEMBER 2018