2009-fall-october

THE VILLAGE

NEWSLETTER

Fall 2009

VILLAGE OF

WESTCHESTER

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Permit No. 12 Bellwood, IL VILLAGE OF WESTCHESTER

Sam D. Pulia, President

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

Stan Urban, Village Manager

*****ECRWSS***** POSTAL CUSTOMER WESTCHESTER, ILLINOIS 60154

10300 Roosevelt Road ~ Westchester, Illinois 60154

Phone: (708) 345-0020 ~ Fax: (708) 345-2873

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: www.westchester-il.org

The Village Newsletter is Published Quarterly By the Village of Westchester

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

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

FROM THE DESK OF THE PRESIDENT ...

VILLAGE HALL NEWS

Extended Hours at Village Hall:

Tuesdays: until 7 PM Saturdays: 8:30 - 12:00

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.

VILLAGE BOARD TOWN HALL MEETING

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. 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.

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.

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

State Representative Karen Yarbrough presents $200,000 check for emergency operations center on August 25, 2009.

Chai Yo Thai and Christopher’s Speakeasy restaurants are welcomed as new businesses to Westchester.

MUNICIPAL NEWS

Stan Urban, Village Manager Page 2

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

WESTCHESTER VILLAGE VEHICLE STICKERS

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.

POLICE & FIRE DEPARTMENTS

Matthew Evans, Police Chief Richard E. Belmonte, Fire Chief Page 3

VILLAGE NEWS

Fire Department Open House

10240 Roosevelt Rd.

Saturday, October 10, 2009

12:00 pm – 4:00 pm 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!

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

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.

On far left, Fire Chief Richard Belmonte, and on far right President Pulia, recognize Travis Spiropolous and John Cunningham for extinguishing a fire and saving the Fest.

Westchester 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

WATCH YOUR SPEED

As always, residents are asked to call the Village at

� (708) 345-0041 Public Works or � (708) 345-0060 Police (Non-

emergency 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.

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.

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.

For a map of branch pick up schedule log on: www.westchester-il.org.

Please remember that all landscaping contractors are responsible for

their own brush pick-up and disposal.

BUILDING DEPARTMENT

Dennis DiPasquale, Building Commissioner Page 5

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Rusty Gross, Public Works Director Page 4

Monday Mannheim Road west to Wolf Road; from Canterbury Street south to Windsor, including both sides of Windsor Drive; Also, Waterford Drive, Waverly Avenue, Camelot Street and Concord Avenue.

Tuesday Roosevelt Road south to Cermak Road; from Gardner Road 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.

Thursday Belleview Avenue west to Wolf Road; from Martindale Drive to 31st Street.

BRANCH PICK-UP FALL/WINTER WATER PREPERATIONS

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

SNOW PREPARATIONS TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

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.

THREE ESTIMATES AND CHECKING REFERENCES

LAWN MAINTENANCE - KEEP WESTCHESTER BEAUTIFUL

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.

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.

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.westchester-il.org. Municipal Code Chapter 10.12

Call the Handyman at:

(708) 547-4001

PROVISO HANDYMAN PROGRAM

Vietnam Veterans “Moving Wall”

November 5 through November 9, Mayfair Park Page 6

20th Annual VETERUN & Moving Wall

Sunday, November 8, Mayfair Park Page 7

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.

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.

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.

Please note: Streets dedicated to race route will be closed from 8:15 am-11am

* For more complete information about either of the above mentioned events, the Moving Wall or the

Veterun Race, go to www.westchesterchamber.org

Schedule of EventsSchedule of EventsSchedule of EventsSchedule of Events Thursday, November 5, 2009 8:00 AM Invocation 9:00 AM School Tours Begin 10:00 AM Reading of Names 6:00 PM Opening Ceremony 6:45 PM Taps 7:00 PM 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. Friday, November 6, 2009 8:00 AM Invocation 9:00 AM School Tours Begin 10:00 AM Reading of Names 6:00 PM Taps 7:00 PM Benefit Concert featuring: THE BUCKINGHAMS and THE IDES OF MARCHBenefit Concert featuring: THE BUCKINGHAMS and THE IDES OF MARCHBenefit Concert featuring: THE BUCKINGHAMS and THE IDES OF MARCHBenefit 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 Reading of Names 1:00 PM Introduction Ceremony 1:30 PM Introduction of Honored Guests 2:00 PM Keynote Speaker: Tammy DuckworthKeynote Speaker: Tammy DuckworthKeynote Speaker: Tammy DuckworthKeynote Speaker: Tammy Duckworth, Assistant Secretary of Public and Intergovernmental Affairs for the United States Department of Veterans Affairs 6:00 PM Taps Sunday, November 8, 2009 8:00 AM Invocation and Ceremony for the Westchester 20th Annual Veterun 9:00 AM Annual Veterans Day Road Race Begins 12:00 PM Reading of Names 6:00 PM 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 [email protected].

The Moving Wall and Veterun are sponsored by:

♦ Westchester Chamber of Commerce ♦ Westchester Park District ♦ Village of Westchester

October 2009 -October 2009: Registration continues for Youth Department’s fall story times and reading programs. Contact Library at (708) 562-3573.

-GLOW Preschool, Grace Lutheran Church, 1101 Manchester, Westchester has openings in the 3 Year Old Class. Call (708)681-4569 for more information.

- 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 non-perishable 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 -Wednesday, October 14: Family Film Night “Hotel for Dogs” 6:30 p.m. at the Westchester Library -Saturday, October 17, Annual Rummage Sale 8:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Donations of usable items may be dropped 10/15 or 10/16. Immanuel Lutheran Church & School

-Saturday, October 17 Market Day Pick-up, 8:30-9:30a.m. 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

-Monday, October 19 – Friday, October 23: Friends of the Library host hospitality table at the Library 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Jewel Shop & Share certificates will be distributed.

-Tuesday, October 20: 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.

-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, Community Room

-Wednesday, October 21, 2009: Enrich Your Life With Local Theatre Arts 1 p.m. at Mayfair Recreation Center, Wakefield

-Wednesday, October 21: Family Film Night “Coraline” 6:30 p.m. at the Library

-Thursday, October 22nd: Divine Infant / Divine Providence Fall Band Concert 7:00 p.m. Divine Infant Jesus, Langan Hall.

-Saturday, October 24: Harvest of Crafts- Craft Sale- Bake Sale Cafe- Raffle 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Westchester Community Church

-Saturday, October 24, P.T.L. Annual Fun Fair 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. Games, food, and prizes. Immanuel Lutheran Church & School

-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

-Monday, October 26: Deadline for submission of entries for “Write-A-Book Contest” at the Library.

-Wednesday, October 28: Family Film Night “Race to Witch Mountain” 6:30 p.m. at the Library. November 2009 -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.

-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.

-Wednesday & Thursday, November 4-5 Scholastic Book Fair, 3:00-8:00 p.m. Divine Providence School

-Thursday, November 5: “War Correspondent in Viet Nam with a Camera” hosted by Library. 7:00 p.m. at Mayfair Park.

-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

-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

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

-Sunday, November 15: Awards Ceremony for “Write-A-Book Contest” 1:30 p.m. at the Library.

-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.

- Wednesday, November 18 - All Schools Visitation Day 9:30-11:00 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

-Saturday, November 21st: Aisle of Gifts at Divine Infant Jesus from 9:00 a.m. -3:00 p.m. Contacts Jenny Panek & Julie Klemp

-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 26: Library closed for Thanksgiving December 2009

-Friday, December 4: Fish/Chicken Fry—Last Chance Craft Sale 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Westchester Community Church

-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

-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.

-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

-Thursday, December 24 – Friday, December 25: Library closed for Christmas holiday.

- Friday, Christmas Day, December 25th 7:30, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m. Christmas Day Mass Divine Providence Parish

-Thursday, New Year's Eve, December 31st 5 p.m. - Anticipated Mass for New Year's Day Divine Providence Parish

-Thursday, December 31 – Friday, January 1: Library closed for New Year’s holiday.

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

October, November, & December Page 9

CALENDAR OF COMMUNITY EVENTS

October, November, & December Page 8

Westchester Flu Shot Program Wednesday , October 14: 10 am. - 1 pm.

Mandatory: call ahead to schedule an appointment time. Village Hall, Community Room (708) 345– 0020

Dominick’s Pharmacy Flu Clinic Flu Shots: $25.00 Pneumonia Shots: $45.00

Dominick’s will bill Medicare Part B participants

-Saturday, October 17: Community blood drive 8:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Community Center, Bond and Westchester. -Also Lions Free Eye Screening 8:00 a.m. -1:30 p.m. Free eye screening for Diabetic Retinopathy and Macular Degeneration Westchester Community

--Saturday, October 17: “Beer in the Burbs,” The event runs from 5 to 10 p.m., with the tasting from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and a buffet dinner from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. A putting contest and raffles are also part of the evening. Fresh Meadow Golf Course, 2144 S. Wolf Road, Hillside.

Reservations are $35 per person and must be in by Oct. 3. For more information, see www.westchestercic.org or call Lenore Micatka at 708.562-4781.

These two organization have worked together in the past, cleaning up the forest preserve trailhead area at Mannheim and Cermak and other projects. The WCIC is happy to be working together again, to help raise money for both of our organizations.

Coffee with the President and Trustees