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

Village of

Westchester NOVEMBER 2018 Newsletter

POLICE DEPARTMENT

FIRE DEPARTMENT

CALENDAR

PUBLIC WORKS

LIBRARY

SCHOOL DISTRICT

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CURRENT AND (MAYBE) FUTURE FIREMEN On Tuesday October 9th the Westchester Fire Department opened their doors to the residents and their families to see what is like to be a member of Westchester’s Emergency Services. In addition to being welcomed into the Department’s home, the younger guests were given the opportunity to take part in hands-on activities which included being able to experience what it like to travel with members of the Department in their Squad Transportation Vehicle. This annual fall event to promote fire education and prevention continues to be an annual success.

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Police Department NOVEMBER 2018

A Message from the Police Chief – Steven Stelter The holidays are right around the corner and the busiest travel season of the year will begin shortly. No matter what mode of travel you are taking, I want to be sure to advise you to please travel safely. With this being a heavy travel season there are several things you can do to help assure a safe trip for you and your family; and at the same time keep your home safe and secure. Here are a few travel tips to help during your travels: ➢ Notify a trusted neighbor or family member of your travel plans ➢ Secure all doors and windows ➢ Ensure your mail and newspapers are picked up daily ➢ Place lights on timers ➢ Call the police department to place a security check on your home BLACK FRIDAY The Westchester Police Department is dedicated to making all citizens as safe as possible as you shop from store to store in search of the best bargain you can find. Officers will be out in force patrolling the community during these busy shopping days. Your participation in making this a safe time is greatly desired. Here are a few reminders: ➢ Shop with friends and family – there is safety in numbers ➢ Park in well lit areas – be aware of your surroundings ➢ Place packages in your trunk – do not leave anything inside your vehicle out in plain view ➢ Do not carry excessive amounts of cash on your person ➢ Take extra precautions while using an ATM card “CITIZENS POLICE ACADEMY (CPA)” I want to let everyone know that the police department will bring the Citizens Police Academy (CPA) back this January for those interested in attending. We will be conducting classes beginning Wednesday, January 16th from 6:30pm to 9:30pm and will meet every Wednesday evening; concluding with a graduation ceremony on March 20th. Those interested in attending will learn about the day-to-day operations of police work. Topics covered will be: Patrol Techniques, Terrorism, Self-Defense, Firearms, SWAT, Bomb Unit, Gangs & Drugs, Traffic Stops / DUI and Investigations just to name a few. Every student will also have the opportunity to do a ride-a-long with a patrol officer from the department. Applications are located on the police department website or can be picked up at the police department front desk. Those interested in attending need to be 18 years or older and a Westchester resident or business owner. Simply fill out an application and return it to the police department before January 9, 2019. Those applying will be subject to a criminal history check. I encourage you to attend with a neighbor, relative, child or spouse. The more the merrier. Should you have any further questions, please contact Officer Robert Verber at 708-345-0060 x440, or rverber@westchesterpolice.com. As I end my letter, I want to say to all the residents of Westchester that I hope each one of you has a wonderful Thanksgiving and please take a moment and touch someone close to you and tell them why you are thankful for them.

POLICE BLOTTER 1) At 2:15 pm on September 23, 2018, an Attempted Residential Burglary was reported on the 11300 block of Monticello. A resident reported that unknown person(s) attempted to gain entry to the rear screen door. Entry was not made. 2) At 10:14am on October 1, 2018, a Retail Theft was reported by the Jewel Foods Store. A male was viewed exiting the store with various alcohol bottles without paying. The incident is being investigated, utilizing the video tape evidence. 3) At 4:51pm on October 1, 2018, an Attempted Burglary was reported on the 700 block of Portsmouth. The resident advised that unknown person(s) made entry into their unlocked detached garage. Nothing appears to be missing at this time.

4) At 3:36pm on October 4, 2018, a Theft was reported on the 900 block of Worchester. Unknown person(s) took a Fed Ex delivered package from the front steps of the residence. No further information was available. 5) At 8:02am on October 8, 2018, a Burglary to Auto was reported on the 10100 block of Roosevelt. A vehicle owner reported that unknown person(s) broke the driver’s side window and gained entry to the vehicle. Taken were tools. 6) At 3:54pm on October 9, 2018, a Theft was reported on the 1800 block of Manchester. A lawn care service reportedly left 2 pieces of lawn care equipment on the lawn in the late morning and were not found in the afternoon upon their return.

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Calendar NOVEMBER 2018 Divine Providence & Divine Infant -----SENIOR CLUB Our next meeting will be held on Wednesday, November 7th 2018. Doors open at 11:30 am earlier than usual because this is our Thanksgiving box luncheon meeting. Earlier than usual !! Lunch will be served at 12 Noon ADVANCE TICKETS PURCHASE REQUIRE Tickets will be available for our Christmas Party lunch which we are having on MONDAY December 3, 2018 at the Bohemian Crystal Restaurant in Westmont at 12 Noon. The price is $ 20.00 for members and $23.00 for guests. If you have any questions please call Ruth @ 708-947-9020 Come Join us for an afternoon of Good Food, Fun, Laughter and Friend Ship Thursday, November 1 Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave All Saints Day Mass 7am, 9am, 6:30pm Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 6:00pm to 8:30pm - Open Studio Friday, November 2 Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 All Souls Day Mass - Church 8:00 Eucharistic Adoration (MC) - Ministry Center Saturday, November 3 Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Sunday, November 4 Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 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. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave Daylight Savings Ends 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 2:00pm-5:00pm Ceramic – Paint an OWL Teapot $ 65.00 Monday, November 5

Joyfully Crafting LLC – 10708 W 31st Street Divine Infant Jesus School is sponsoring a free Parent/Tot Play Group from 10:00 am – 11:00 am 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 Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass - Church 4:15p RE Classes - School Tuesday, November 6 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Infant Jesus School Athletic Board Meeting at 6:45 pm at the Rectory, 1601 Newcastle Avenue. For more information, contact the school office at 865-0122. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm Card Making – Christmas $ 25.00 6:00pm-7:30pm Card Making – Christmas $ 25.00 Wednesday, November 7 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass All School mass at 8:00 am at Divine Infant Jesus Church, 1600 Newcastle Avenue. Come join us. For more information, contact the school office at 865-0122. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 8:00 Mass w/Students - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex Movie Night featuring “Lilo and Stich” 6:00 PM at Library. Contact Youth Dept at (708) 562-3573 to register. Movie Night featuring “Happy Death Day” 6:00 PM at Library. Contact Teen Dept at (708) 562-3573 to register. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm Jewlery – Holiday Necklace $ 40.00 6:00pm-7:30pm – Jewlery- Holiday Necklace $ 40.00 Thursday, November 8 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass9:00 Quilters (MC) - Ministry Center Al Capone and the 1933 World’s Fair with

William Hazelgrove. 7:00 PM at Library. Author William Hazelgrove returns to discuss his book ― a historical look at Chicago during the darkest days of the Great Depression. Registration required. Contact Adult Dept at (708) 562-3573. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm - Coloring Book - $7.00 members free 4:00pm-6:00pm - Home Décor – Burlap Wreath $ 45.00 6:00pm-7:30pm – Coloring Book - $ 7.00 members free Friday, November 9 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Veteran’s Day Assembly at 2:00 pm at Divine Infant Jesus Church, 1600 Newcastle Avenue. The program will include all of the service flags and a salute to the Armed Forces. Contact: Mrs. Donna Day 708-865-0122 for more information. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave St. Peregrine Devotion 7:30 Communion Service(C) - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-3:00pm – Crochet Basics – Learn to Crochet – Scarf $ 45.00 Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Saturday, November 10 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass 5:00 pm Anticipated Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 9:30 Baptismal Prep (MC) - Ministry Center 3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm – 3:00pm – tie Die Shirts $ 35.00 Sunday, November 11 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 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. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 2:00pm-5:00pm – Christmas Tree $ 45.00 Monday, November 12 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Infant School Athletic Board will hold a meeting at 6:30 pm at the rectory, at 1601 Newcastle Avenue. For more information, contact the school office at 865-0122. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass - Church 4:15p RE Classes - School Tuesday, November 13 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Parent Reconciliation Meeting for 2nd grade students of Divine Infant Parish/School at 7:00 pm in Langan Hall at Divine Infant Jesus School, 1640 Newcastle Avenue. Contact Sr. Susan Majcen 708-865-8086 for more information. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass - Church 7:00p SVP Mtg. - Ministry Center Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm - Card Making – Christmas Tree $ 25.00 6:00pm-7:30pm – Card Making – Christmas Tree $ 25.00 Wednesday, November 14 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass All School mass at 8:00 am at Divine Infant Jesus Church, 1600 Newcastle Avenue. Come join us. For more information,contact the school office at 865-0122. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 8:00 Mass w/Students - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex Movie Night featuring “Lego Aquaman” 6:00 PM at Library. Contact Youth Dept at (708) 562-3573 to register. Movie Night featuring “A Quiet Place” 6:00 PM at Library. Contact Teen Dept at (708) 562-3573 to register. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm – Holiday Earrings $ 40.00 6:00pm-7:30pm – Holiday Earrings $ 40.00

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Public Works Branch Pick-Up Schedule November branch pickup will be November 5-9, 2018 Please note that this will be the final branch pickup for the year.

responsible for their own brush pickup and disposal. Please note the following schedule for branch pickup:

Village branch pickup will resume MONDAY: From Mannheim in April 2019 Road west to Wolf road and from Canterbury south to WindsorAll brush must be put out on the including both sides of Windsor front parkway no later than 7:00 Drive. Also, Waterford, Waverly, a.m. on the designated pickup day. Camelot and Concord. Branches can be up to 7 ‘in length and stacked with the butt TUESDAY: Roosevelt Road ends facing the street in the same south to Cermak Road-from direction. Gardner Road west to Mannheim If not stacked properly, a Road. “restack” notice will be left. WEDNESDAY: From Public Works Crews will only Roosevelt Road north to the pass through a designated pickup expressway and from Gardner area once due to time schedule and Road west to Mannheim Road. other workload responsibilities. Also, Roosevelt Road south to Thursday and Friday are Open Canterbury from Haase west to Load days for pickup of any Heidorn. brush that will not fit through the chipper, such as logs, stumps, and THURSDAY: From large limbs. Belleview west to Wolf Road, Martindale Drive to 31st Street Please make every effort to cut oversized limbs/stumps for one Remember…Waste Management employee to lift and to remove the will pick up your branches if they dirt from the root ball to allow for are tied in bundles no more than pickup. 4’ in length. These are picked up on your regular garbage day each Landscaping contractors are week. CALENDAR from page 5

Thursday, November 15 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-3:00pm –Home Décor Fall Centerpiece - $ 45.00 6:00pm-8:00pm – Home Décor Fall Centerpiece - $ 45.00 Friday, November 16 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass

Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Communion Service(C) - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:00pm Knit/Crochet – Needlework Social $ 7.00 members free Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Saturday, November 17 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass 5:00 pm Anticipated Mass

Free yard waste stickers for reusable yard waste receptacles are available at the Public Works office and Village Hall. Waste management’s final yard waste pickup for this year will be December 13, 2018. 2018 Thanksgiving Holiday Garbage Schedule Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday there will be no garbage pickup on Thursday, November 22, 2018 (Thanksgiving Day) Thursday’s pickup will be Friday, November 23, 2018 Friday’s pickup will be Saturday, November 24, 2018 Leaf Pick Up Leaf pick up began late October and continues through the fall/leaf season. Public Works crews are cleaning the streets including the curbs. We ask that you do not rake your leaves into the streets because this causes sewer problems, clogs the storm sewers and causes street ponding / flooding which results in unsafe driving conditions. Please try to keep the drains in the street free of debris so that the autumn rains don’t wash the debris into the Divine Infant Jesus Women’s Guild is sponsoring a “Santa’s Workshop” from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm in Langan Hall at Divine Infant Jesus School, 1640 Newcastle Avenue. Shopping for all ages, raffles, pictures with Santa from 10 am to noon, home backed goods/candy. Kathy’s Kitchen will be serving warm treats and drinks. Admission is free. For more information, contact the rectory at 865-8071 Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave Thanksgiving Food Drive - Church Narthex 3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 11:00am-1:00pm – Mosaic – Ornament $ 45.00

storm sewers. Please be aware that landscaping contractors are responsible for removing debris from the site. If you see anyone dumping grass ,debris or leaves into the gutter, please call Public Works at 708345-0041. Please refer to your street maintenance signs on your block for parking restrictions during leaf pickup season. We appreciate your cooperation! The Public Works Department fills potholes throughout town. Call Public Works at 708-345-0041 to report potholes. The vac/ jet machine is operating to clean out storm sewer inlets, as weather permits. As Always….. Village residents are asked to call Public Works at 708-345-0041 or the Police Non Emergency number after hours at 708-3450060 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.

2:00pm- 4:00pm – Mosaic – Ornament $ 45.00 Sunday, November 18 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave Thanksgiving Food Drive - Church Narthex 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 Adult Bible Fellowships & Sunday School: 9:30am, we have a great time of Bible study see CALENDAR page 12

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Grace Lutheran Church Grace Lutheran Church, 1101 Manchester Ave., Westchester invites all to our 61st Annual Pancake Day and Bake Sale on Saturday November 10th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. It is an all you can eat pancake breakfast serving pancakes, sausage, orange juice, coffee/milk. Ticket price is $7.00. Ages 7 and under are free. We will have our homemade baked goods for sale and also a silent auction including signed batting gloves autographed by Ben Zobrist of the Chicago Cubs which includes a certificate of authenticity. Please come and check it out. We invite all to come to our Thanksgiving Service on Wednesday, November 21st at 7:00 pm in our Chapel. We want to thank everyone that attended our Fun Fair in August.

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A Letter from the Superintendent Dear Parents, Guardians and Community Members, I want to make you aware of our first Parent University for the 2018-2019 school year. It will be on November 1st from 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. at WPS. The focus of the Parent University will be on Social Emotional Learning with an emphasis on Responsive Classroom. This past summer, the Principals, Social Workers, Special Needs Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent and myself attended a weeklong training on Responsive Classroom. At the beginning of the year, all staff members were trained on components of Responsive Classroom. Responsive Classroom is a way of teaching that creates a safe, challenging, and positive classroom and school wide climate for all students. Students learn academics most efficiently when they have strong social skills that let them take a decisive role in classroom life. Some of the skills they will work on this year are cooperation, assertiveness, responsibility, self-control, and empathy. Teachers weave these social skills into everything the students do - academics, recess, lunch, and even entering and leaving the school building and classroom. In grades K-5, teachers will be leading the students through a morning meeting. These meetings set a positive tone and build a sense of community and belonging while giving students practice in critical academic and social skills. In grades 6-8, teachers adapt the strategies to match the needs of the students. Implementation of Responsive Classroom this year has had a positive impact on school climate. Please try to make every effort to join us on November 1st. A separate email with registration information will be sent soon. Finally, I think it is essential to always keep you up to date about relevant information about our District. Please make sure to visit our website (www. sd925.org) throughout the month as we update information frequently. Also, our Principals send weekly emails and have school-specific sites that provide you with pertinent information. Finally, if for any reason you would like to contact me, please email me at psalemi@sd925.org or call me on my cell phone at 708-670-1927. Thank you and have a great month! Sincerely, Philip Salemi

Vicente Paiz and his grandparents

Westchester Primary School Grandparents Day Staff and students at Westchester Primary School welcomed grandparents and grand friends the morning of Friday, September 7 in order to celebrate the importance of relationships across generations. A crowd of grandparents packed the halls of Westchester Primary School and made their way into classrooms and the gymnasium and cafeteria to take part in various activities with their grandchildren. Thank you to all who attended! Dads and Donuts On Thursday, October 11th from 8:00--8:30 am WPS hosted their “Dads & Donuts.” On this date, students came to school with their father or uncle or grandfather etc. for a time of having their student take them on a “learning tour” of school, visiting all of the places where they learn (library, classroom, gym, tech lab etc.). Then everyone will meet in our cafeteria for a time to eat donuts and drink juice. We will be sharing how important males are in the lives of our students and ways to stay connected with what goes on at school.

Jack Wesolowski and his father, Mark. Kennedy Wood-ruff and her father, Charles.

Walk-A-Thon Westchester Primary School is so excited to announce that their 7th Annual WPS/WIS Walk-a-thon was on Friday, September 28. It was a great way to raise funds for WPTC and our schools while getting the students outside and moving. This event serves as our WPTC fall fundraiser and the funds are used to sponsor all the amazing year end events happening at the schools (field days, 2nd/5th/8th grade celebrations, teacher/staff appreciation luncheons, etc.)

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On top of all those things our students are hard at work with math and it is impressive to see how they have already grown in the use of their math vocabulary and the new strategies they are learning. They are busy working to build their reading skills and using our Chromebooks almost daily to hone their 21st technology skills. We continue to be proud of them. Go Huskies!

Westchester Middle School

The Angelacos Family - Alex, Gabriel, Aidan, Nick and Tamisha

Reading Night On Wednesday, October 12th, Westchester Primary School invited parents to discover the excitement of reading with their child at the WPS Family Reading Night! Family Reading Night offered an opportunity for parents to experience a variety of hands-on reading activities with their child in a cooperative and fun environment that enhanced their child’s reading skills at home! These techniques can be used from early childhood through second grade.

Westchester Intermediate School

October was a busy month here at WIS. Officer Verber and Mrs. Shorrock, our school Social Worker, provided an excellent presentation on the dangers of bullying over the course of 2 days. We staged an anti-bullying March to the Westchester Library where we presented them with a banner with our promise to work towards ending bullying. We had our Math/Literacy Night on October 9th, which was attended by more than 50 families. We had a great time learning about math and playing some reading games. The WPTC hosted Dads and Donuts on October 2nd which was attended by over 120 fathers, uncles, and grandfathers. The Book Fair was awesome for our students and teachers. The Fall Family Dance and Fall Classroom Parties were also lots of fun for our students and families. We continue to be thankful for how much support we receive from our parent organization. November is going to be just as busy with activities and events. Our first popcorn day of the year is November 7th. We will celebrate our Veterans on November 9th with an assembly at 9:30. Our Visitation Day is November 14th from 9:30 - 11:00 and 1:20 - 2:30. Then we have Parent/Teacher Conferences on November 19th and 20th. Please look for information to be coming your way for those two days. CALENDAR from page 6

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. Write-A-Book Contest Awards Ceremony 2:00 PM at Library. For more information, contact Youth Dept at (708) 562-3573. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 2:00pm-4:00pm – Mosaic – Ornament $ 45.00 Monday, November 19 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071

8:00 am Mass Divine Infant Jesus School is sponsoring a free Parent/Tot Play Group from 10:00 am – 11:00 am 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 The Divine Infant Jesus School student body will be Praying the Rosary -12:30 pm at Divine Infant Jesus Church, 1600 Newcastle Avenue. Come join us. For more information, contact the school office at 865-0122. Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave NO RE Classes

Make a Difference Day Our 8th grade students participated in Make a Difference Day on October 29th with a trip to Feed Our Starving Children in Aurora. Students assisted in packing food that will be delivered to malnourished children across the world. Camp Timber-Lee Educational Tour In mid-October, WMS 6th graders had the opportunity to participate in an outdoor educational tour to Camp Timber-lee in East Troy, Wisconsin. Students experienced the great outdoors through stargazing, hiking, canoeing, zip-lining, and horseback riding. They also challenged themselves and cooperated with each other through team building activities. This was a wonderful opportunity for our 6th grade students. Students who were not able to go on the tour will be participating in Camp WMS. Students will visit Hidden Oaks Nature Center and Little Red Schoolhouse where they will be lead through an animal encounter, archery, and nature art. They will also canoe, hike, and visit the nature center. Springfield Educational Tour The Social Studies Department is pleased to share a great learning experience for our American History students. On Friday, October 12th, the 7th grade students took an all-day field trip to Springfield, Illinois, where they visited the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, Lincoln’s Tomb, and the Illinois Capitol Building among other places. Watch D.O.G.S. This year at WMS we are continuing our Watch D.O.G.S. initiative. Watch D.O.G.S. is an innovative program being used by schools across America which helps them to be positively impacted by the committed involvement of fathers and father-figures in their student’s life. Our goal is to have fathers and fatherfigures spend at least one day this year at the school to be a positive male role model and to provide an extra set of eyes and ears around the building. Fathers and father-figures are invited to spend the day with us and work with students in the classrooms and throughout our building. Please contact Mr. Novy at rnovy@sd925.org if you are interested in volunteering for a day. High School Night On September 24th, Westchester Middle School invited approximately twelve area high schools to meet with our Westchester families and answer questions to help with decision-making and planning for high school. Parents received timely information on high school entrance exam dates, open houses, and much more. If you have any questions regarding the high school process, please contact the individual high school or our main office. 8th Grade Fundraiser Our 8th graders will be going on their annual Washington, D.C. Educational Tour in May. To assist in lowering the cost of the tour, students participated in a fundraiser. Students sold cookie dough, candy and magazines to family members, friends and neighbors. If you purchased an item, students will deliver products the last week of October. 7:30 Mass - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 2:00pm-4:00pm – Mosaic – Ornament - $ 45.00 Tuesday, November 20 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave PT Conferences-11:30am dismiss 7:30 Mass - Church 7:00p FSA Mtg. - Mayfair Room Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233

1:00pm-2:30pm – Card Making – Christmas - $ 25.00 6:00pm-7:30pm – Card Making – Christmas - $ 25.00 Wednesday, November 21 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave No School 8:00 Mass w/Students - Church Library will close at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23 and remain closed on Thurssee CALENDAR page 16

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NOVEMBER 2018 CALENDAR from page 12

day, November 24 for Thanksgiving. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm – Jewelry – Aromatherapy - $50.00 3:00pm - 9:00pm Closed Thursday, November 22 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 Thanksgiving Mass – 9:00 am Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass 9:00 Thanksgiving Day Mass - Church 9:30 Quilters - Ministry Center Library will close at 3:00 PM on Wednesday, November 23 and remain closed on Thursday, November 24 for Thanksgiving. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 9:00am-6:00pm – Closed Friday, November 23 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave No School 7:30 Communion Service(C) - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street

708-466-5233 11:00am- 5:00pm – Holiday Event Sale Saturday, November 24 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass 5:00 pm Anticipated Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 3:15p Confessions (C) - Church 4:00p Manna Shopping Certificates (CN) Church Narthex 4:00p Mass (C) - Church Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 11:00am- 5:00pm – Holiday Event Sale Sunday, November 25 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 8:30 Mass - Church 10:30 Mass - Church Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 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 18

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Westchester Food Pantry Seeks Thanksgiving Donations The Westchester Food Pantry is preparing to give 250 Thanksgiving dinners to current clients on November 17. Thanksgiving dinners will include a frozen turkey and traditional sides. As in past years, the Pantry is seeking donations of the following items: Frozen turkeys (6-10 lbs) Canned yams Canned corn Canned green beans Cream of mushroom soup French fried onions Turkey gravy Canned pumpkin pie filling Canned apple pie filling To donate frozen turkeys, please contact the Westchester Food Pantry at WestchesterFoodPantry@gmail.com or 708-927-4826. Non-perishable food items can be dropped off 7am—11pm at the Westchester Village Hall lobby, 10300 Roosevelt Road and at the two Westchester Park District locations

(Community Center, 10201 Bond Street and Mayfair Fitness Center, 10835 Wakefield Drive) during their regular business hours. Or, Thanksgiving dinners can be sponsored at the cost of $20.00 each. To make a tax-deductible donation, please send your gift to the Westchester Food Pantry, 10300 Roosevelt Road, Westchester IL 60154. The Westchester Food Pantry serves the communities of Berkeley, Bellwood, Broadview, Hillside, La Grange Park, Westchester and Western Springs. Clients can come to the pantry once each calendar month to receive fresh produce, fresh bakery products, frozen meats and shelfstable food items. The Westchester Food Pantry is a member agency of the Greater Chicago Food Depository. For more information: Amanda Grant, Executive Director 708-927-4826

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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. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 2:00pm-5:00pm – Ceramic – Christmas Tree Monday, November 26 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass

nyside, 708-562-3040 This Hope Concert: No Cost. Contemporary Christmas Concert. Doors open at 6pm. Concert begins at 7pm. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:30pm – Card Making – Christmas $ 25.00 6:00pm-7:30pm – Card Making – Christmas $ 25.00

Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass - Church 4:15p RE Classes – School

Wednesday, November 28 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass All School mass at 8:00 am at Divine Infant Jesus Church, 1600 Newcastle Avenue. Come join us. For more information, contact the school office at 865-0122.

Tuesday, November 27 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass

Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 8:00 Mass w/Students - Church 4:30p Tai Chi Chuan - Church Narthex

Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass - Church Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sun-

Movie Night featuring “Miracle Season” 6:00 PM at Library. Contact Youth Dept at (708) 562-3573 to register.

Movie Night featuring “Warm Bodies” 6:00 PM at Library. Contact Teen Dept at (708) 562-3573 to register. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-3:00pm – Jewelry – Aromatherapy $ 50.00 Thursday, November 29 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Mass Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm -3:00pm – Home Décor – Mesh Christmas Wreath $ 45.00 6:00pm – 8:00pm – Home Décor – Candy Cane Wreath - $ 45.00 Friday, November 30 Divine Infant Church, 1600 Newcastle, 708865-8071 8:00 am Mass

Divine Providence-dprov.org 2550 Mayfair Ave 7:30 Communion Service(C) – Church Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 AWANA Register online at westchesterbiblechurch.org Grades K-6, 6:30pm – 8:00pm, Every Friday during the school year. Joyfully Crafting LLC 10708 W 31st Street 708-466-5233 1:00pm-2:00pm Knit / Crochet – Needlework Social - $ 7.00 members Free 2:00pm-4:00pm Home Décor – Candy Cane Wreath - $ 45.00 Sunday, December 2 Westchester Bible Church, Cermak & Sunnyside, 708-562-3040 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.

Thanksgiving Wishes

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As our nation’s Holiday of Thanksgiving approaches later this month there are many ways this day is celebrated. Either by traveling, vacationing, and coming together with friends, families and neighbors. Planning and cooking elaborate dinners for large groups. Preparing to get a jump on holiday shopping. Watching or playing in annual Turkey Bowl Football Games. Engaging in volunteer service to others. All these experiences bring lasting and fond memories. To all the Residents and their families our Village, the Village President Paul Gattuso and the members of the Board of Trustees, as well as the entire Village staff want to wish all a wonderful, safe and a Happy Thanksgiving.

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Sweet Potato Casserole Ingredients Filling: • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, plus more for buttering the baking dish • 3 cups mashed sweet potatoes (3 to 4 large potatoes; about 1 3/4 pounds) • 1/2 cup milk • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt • 2 large eggs Topping: • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

• 3/4 cup chopped pecans Directions Special equipment: a 2-quart baking dish For the filling: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter a 2-quart baking dish. Whisk together the butter, mashed sweet potatoes, milk, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and the eggs in a large bowl. Transfer to the prepared baking dish. For the topping: Combine the flour, brown sugar, butter and salt in a medium bowl until moist and the mixture clumps together. Stir in the pecans and spread over the top of the sweet potatoes in an even layer. Bake until mostly set in the center and golden on top, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve hot.

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