January 2014 Vol. 34 No. 1
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Published by BEVERLY AREA PLANNING ASSOCIATION BAC Board Approves Six New Members The Board of Directors at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., recently approved the appointment of six new members to the Board of Directors. New board members are: Andrea L. Zopp, President and CEO, Chicago Urban League; Edward J. Laginess, former Board President, Chicago House; Edward J. McGunn, President, FireKing Security Group; Kimberly McCullough-Starks, Director, External & Legislative Affairs, AT&T; Katie Coderre, University of Chicago (contract employee/economic department); and Megan Boguszko, former financial services professional. Andrea L. Zopp is a distinguished corporate and civic leader. Prior to her appointment as President and CEO of the Chicago Urban League in 2010, Zopp was executive vice president and general counsel at Exelon Corporation. Before Music, Dancing & More at the Snowflake Ball joining the private sector, Zopp was the First Assistant State’s Attorney in the It’s a chance to come out of hibernation and see all your Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, friends. the first African American to serve in It’s a great excuse to take advantage of those January sales this role. Zopp earned her Juris Doctor and buy a new dress. degree from Harvard University. She is Your babysitter has already spent all his or her Christmas currently a member of the Chicago Board cash, and is looking for jobs to replenish the funds. of Education, and serves on the boards You just can’t wait until Valentine’s Day for a really great date of Navy Pier and the Black Ensemble night. Theater. Zopp also serves on the board of It’s time for a new strip of photobooth pictures for the fridge. Saturday, January 25 Urban Partnership Bank where she chairs You LOVE to DANCE! the Human Resources Committee. You went last year, had a terrific time, and just can’t wait until Beverly Country Club Edward J. Laginess is an accomplished January 25! Music by Rendition executive who also excels in volunteer Whatever your reason for attending, the Snowflake Ball will be & The Robin Watson Jazz Combo leadership roles focused on resource the don’t-miss mid-winter party, held Sat., Jan. 25, 7:30 p.m. at development, board governance and Beverly Country Club, 87th and Western. Tickets: www.bapa.org strategic direction. Laginess comes Just like the original ball, which started in the 1970s, the to the BAC Board from 13 years as Snowflake Ball is an all-community party. Better than the Tickets to the Snowflake Ball are $75 per person. Make Board Chair for Chicago House, a not- original, the new Snowflake Ball ticket price includes open bar, reservations at 773-233-3100 or purchase online at www.bapa. for-profit organization that provides breathtaking views of the moonlit golf course, a ballroom, and org. Proceeds from the Snowflake Ball will benefit the Beverly/ lots more. Morgan Park community by funding the Beverly Area Planning CONTINUED ON PAGE 16 This year, three rooms will be open, and two will feature live Association’s programs in safety and schools. bands: The Rendition performing dance music, and the Robin Snowflake Ball sponsors are WishFit, Beverly Bank, BMO Watson Jazz Combo. Harris Bank, Green Light National and ARI Packaging. See and Ski Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and sweets will be served, and To join the Snowflake Ball planning committee or to become a guests will be welcome to smile for the camera in the photobooth sponsor, email [email protected] or call 773-233-3100. Dan Ryan Woods for a Snowflake Ball souvenir. The Beverly Improvement Association in connection with Ald. Matt O’Shea and the Cook County Forest Preserve District invites area residents to enjoy skiing Dr. Carlin Inducted Into Senior Hall of Fame in the Dan Ryan’s Woods on Sunday afternoons when there is sufficient snow By Kristin Boza representative who told him he would be to ski, about 4 inches on the ground. Dr. Philip M. Carlin, recently inducted inducted into the Senior Hall of Fame, There is no charge for this event. The into the Illinois Senior Hall of Fame in he expressed amazement and initial woods are absolutely gorgeous in winter, the Education category, dedicated his life disbelief that he would be chosen for so even if you do not want to ski, come to his students. Although now retired, such a prestigious honor. and walk the woods and see what a great Carlin continues to be a vibrant, central After graduating from St. Ignatius treasure we have in our own backyard figure in Beverly/Morgan Park through College Prep and finishing his first year Participants should meet at 1 p.m., his love of volunteering and continuing at Loyola University, Carlin joined the Beverly Bike and Ski, 9121 S. Western to educate those around him. Navy during World War II. He completed Ave. Paul Weise, the owner, will have On Oct. 23, Carlin was officially two years of service, then returned home hot chocolate ready to take the chill inducted into the Senior Hall of Fame at to Chicago and resumed his studies at out of the air. You do not have to be an the Governor’s Mansion in Springfield. Loyola on the GI Bill, earning a Bachelor experienced cross country skier to join in Awarded with a certificate by Rep. of Science degree in Education in 1951. the fun. Cross-country skis, boots, and Monique Davis on behalf of the 98th Two years later, Carlin added a Master of poles right can be rented from Beverly General Assembly, Carlin was recognized Science in Education. By 1966, Carlin Bike and Ski for $15 for the day and for his accomplishments in bettering his earned a Doctorate in Education, his $25 for the weekend. Snowshoes are community through education. third degree from Loyola University. available at the same prices. According to the Department of Aging, Carlin spent 23 years in Chicago Remember if you can walk, you can the Senior Hall of Fame was created in Dr. Philip M. Carlin Public Schools, working as a teacher, an cross country ski. 1994 to honor Illinois residents over the force. Each inductee is nominated and assistant principal and a principal. His Don’t spend the winter cooped up with age of 65 who excel in the categories selected through a statewide process. first teaching assignment was at Bowen cabin fever. Get out, enjoy yourself and of community service, education, When Carlin received the call from High School teaching English and Latin. bring your friends. performance/graphic arts, and the labor the Illinois Department on Aging CONTINUED ON PAGE 14 January 2014 Page 2 Village Viewpoint By Matt Walsh, BAPA Executive Director
It’s worth repeating. make your purchases where they benefit It’s just one way we try to put our money Regular readers of The Villager and you the most. We often list the statistics where our mouth is. ‘The way to keep good of this column will have noticed that that show money spent at family owned But it’s worth repeating that the way to businesses here is to BAPA places a strong emphasis on businesses stays in the community. keep good businesses here is to support shopping locally. The Deals of the Day That money spent at a national retailer them with our dollars. And this is an support them with (which we created with the Morgan Park/ does so at a much lower level. And that especially important time to show your our dollars.’ Beverly Hills and the 95th Street Business money spent online does not benefit our shopping loyalty. Associations and which now includes neighborhood at all. If you go to 91st and Western, or drive service for years and at a location within the Mount Greenwood Community Articles on that store just down the street west on 95th, you will see that our local walking distance of your house. Shop at and Business Association) is designed can often be found in these pages. The merchants have stiff competition. And it the bakery where you always see a friend, to alert our neighbors to the shopping Villager ran a series of snapshots called may be tempting to try shopping at the the sandwich shop where they know you possibilities right here at home. The “Shop Hopping” that showed patrons new store down the street where you by name, the specialty store where you Shop The Village campaign, noticeable enjoying the fare at stores and restaurants might save a dollar or two. But we ask can always get that hard-to-find item. in signage at local businesses, on our throughout the neighborhood. And every you to think before you do that. Consider Don’t forget our newer businesses where reusable shopping bags and through our Thursday the BAPA staff buys its lunch more than just the price of an item, but you can buy handmade candy, craft Facebook posts, serves as a reminder to at one of our local dining establishments. also the real value you get when you brews or fashionable accessories. And support our small businesses. I would be remiss if I did not mention Try to remember who it was that the professionals who provide quality sponsored your kid’s baseball team. legal, medical, real estate, financial and Think back to what store donated the insurance services, to name a few. The NEIGHBORHOOD NOTES apples to runners at the Ridge Run and list goes on and on as do the benefits we News from around Beverly Hills/Morgan Park what bank donated the water. Consider get when these businesses are thriving. which liquor merchant has been an Yes, Beverly Hills/Morgan Park has many quality businesses that you can Buy in to BAC Challenge. Mention the BAC Challenge when you order a pizza on anchor on the corner for years and who choose from. Shopping locally keeps New Year’s Day at Waldo Cooney’s, 2410 W. 111th St., and 15% of the proceeds will be always says ‘yes’ when asked to support them profitable. It strengthens our donated to the Beverly Arts Center fund raising campaign. Call 773-233-9781. Look for community events. Take into account community, raises our home values and other area businesses that are supporting the BAC Challenge with fund raising events. what the street would look like if the florist closed, or the bike shop wasn’t encourages other businesses to open. Champagne & Sweets. Celebrate the New Year. On Fri., Jan. 3, area residents are there. Remember which garage has been You’ve heard us say it time and time invited to enjoy a Champagne and Sweets Evening, Ridge Historical Society, 10621 S. giving your car affordable and reliable again. But it’s worth repeating. Seeley Ave. The festivities begin at 7 p.m. Tickets: $25. Reservations required: 773-881- 1675 or [email protected]. Christmas Tree Recycling. Recycle your live Christmas tree beginning Jan. 4 at Kennedy Park, 2427 W. 113th St. Christmas trees with ornaments, lights, tinsel and Show Us Your Shirt! stands removed can be dropped off through Sat., Jan.18. Forestry crews from the Do you have a Ridge Run shirt that’s 10, 20, 30 years old or older? Department of Streets and Sanitation will chip the trees into free mulch for residents. Has your favorite Ridge Run shirt been around the world, or even around an interesting Limited amounts of the mulch will be available beginning on Jan.10. Last year alone, corner? Chicagoans recycled over 16,800 trees, keeping them out of landfills. If so, we want you to show us your Ridge Run shirt, and enter to win a free entry into Carol Brown Memorial Blood Drive. The 7th Annual Carol Brown Memorial Blood the 37th Annual Ridge Run on Memorial Day. Drive will be held Sun., Jan. 5, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., Christ the King School, Regency Room, It’s easy to enter. Take a new photo or submit a photo you already have – a Ridge Run 9240 S. Hoyne Ave. It has been nearly seven years since Carol Brown passed away T-shirt must be in the picture -- and submit in one or both of the following categories by after a battle with acute myelogenous leukemia. The annual blood drive held in her the deadlines indicated: honor provides donations to patients in need of blood at local hospitals. To register, visit Most Exotic Location: You wearing a Ridge Run T-shirt in a far away country or a www.redcrossblood.org and use the code 0406691. For more information, contact Gerry crazy location right here in Chicago. Entry deadline Jan. 31 Brown, 773-239-2256 or [email protected]. Oldest Shirt: You wearing the oldest Ridge Run T-shirt you can find. Entry deadline Please Clear Snow. Chicago Municipal Code 10-8-180 makes it everyone’s Feb. 28. responsibility -- businesses and homeowners -- to make sure sidewalks are clear of snow You in a Ridge Run Shirt: Any shirt, any place. This final drawing will be held from and ice. Please do your part in making our neighborhood pedestrian-friendly during the all the entries. Entry deadline: Mar. 31. challenging Chicago winter. Entries can be submitted on facebook at www.facebook.com/ridgerun or emailed as jpegs or PDFs to [email protected]. Nikki Giblin & Steve Haberichter Perform. The blues, folk and acoustic pop duo Submitting photos gives BAPA the right to use the photos in materials and online in vocalist Nikki Giblin and guitarist Steve Haberichter performs Tuesdays, 9:30 p.m. to Ridge Run publications and promotions. midnight, Keegan’s Pub, 10618 S. Western. No cover. Note: Entry fees for the Ridge Run are currently $30, 5K run; $35, 10K; $55, 10K/5K Metalsmithing Classes. Among the more than 100 options for art, performance, film, Challenge; $25/5K walk. Fees go up Feb. 1. Register early and save. movement and photo classes offered in the Winter Session of the Beverly Arts Center School of the Arts are three new metalsmithing classes from instructor Tiffany Soo. Artists age 12 and up can enroll in Teen Metals to learn how to make pendants, charms, rings and bracelets. Adults can enroll in Beginning Metalsmithing to learn the basics of working with metal to create jewelry or These Three Rings class, which will guide students as they create three rings using basic metal skills and beginning stone-setting techniques. No previous experience in metalsmithing is required for these classes, and Published once a month by silver and other materials may be purchased. Space in these classes is limited. Classes The Beverly Area Planning Association are held at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St. Winter session classes start 1987 W. 111th St., Chicago, IL 60643 • 773-233-3100 • Fax 773-233-0869• www.bapa.org the week of Jan. 6. Register online under “Education” at www.beverlyartcenter.org. Information: 773-445-3838. BAPA Staff The Villager Staff Submissions Poetry and Music. On the third Saturday of every month, 7 to 10 p.m., Ellie’s Café, Matthew J. Walsh Grace Kuikman Deadline: 10701 S. Hale, hosts Poetry In Motion with emcee Kenneth Luckey. On the fourth Executive Director Editor 15th of the month prior to Sunday of every month, the Gloria Shannon Blues Trio performs from noon to 3 p.m. publication. Kathleen Riordan Pamela Holt Vanderpoel Art Class Registration. The Vanderpoel Art Association is now enrolling Director of Administration Advertising Sales Editorial: [email protected] students for winter classes at Ridge Park Field House, 9625 S. Longwood Dr. Oil and Kristin Boza Acrylic Painting – Multilevel will be held Fridays, 1 to 4 p.m., beginning Jan. 10; Marcia Walsh Calendar Editor & Advertising: Register with Didier Nolet, instructor, 773-470-7833 or [email protected]. Stained Coordinator of Housing and Staff Writer [email protected] Glass classes are held Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon beginning Jan. 11; register with Jim Economic Development Blanca Robledo The Villager Bremer, instructor, 773-259-8704 or [email protected]. Drawing Class for Alice Collins Graphic Design This publication is funded in students in grades 4 through 8 are held Saturdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m., beginning Jan. 11; Coordinator of Real Estate & Production part under the City of Chicago register with Mary Lenzini, instructor, [email protected] or 773-233-7248. Services and Community Department of Planning & Devel- Dan Williamson Safety, and Coordinator of opment TABG. The Villager does Beverly Hills Job Club. People age 18 and over who are looking for full or part time Staff Photographer School Services not necessarily represent the employment are welcome to attend the Beverly Hills Job Club, meeting on the second viewpoint of the Department of Wednesday of the month, 7 to 9 p.m., St. Barnabas Church Convent, 10160 S. Longwood Grace Kuikman Planning & Development. The Dr. The Job Club offers networking, resume writing and support on all aspects of the job Coordinator of entire contents of The Villager search. Services are free to job seekers and employers. Information: Joan Quinn, joan. Communications are copyrighted © 2014, Beverly Area Planning Association. All [email protected]. rights reserved. Beverly Montessori School Wine and Cheese Reception. Beverly Montessori School, 9916 S. Walden Pkwy., will host a wine and cheese reception for parents considering The mission of the Beverly Area Planning Association is to sustain and enhance preschool for their young child, Thurs., Jan. 16, 7:30 p.m. Beverly Montessori School Beverly Hills/Morgan Park as a culturally diverse Village in the City with increasing was founded in 1967 and provides a respected and cherished Montessori program home values, high quality schools, thriving commercial areas and a low crime rate. CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 Page 3 January 2014 BAPA Awards Furlongs for Community Service By Kristin Boza You may not actually see Joe and Mary Ann Furlong volunteering within the Beverly/Morgan Park community, but you have definitely been affected by their great efforts. The Furlongs were recently awarded BAPA’s Community Service Award to honor them for their contributions to BAPA, the Beverly Arts Center (BAC) and the community. Mary Ann, a retired Chicago police officer, and Joe, a retired Chicago firefighter, have lived in Beverly/ Morgan Park for the last 40 years. Both are incredibly humble about their volunteering efforts, but without them, some of the events the community has come to love would be difficult to execute. Last year, Mary Ann was asked to be the volunteer coordinator for the Ridge Run, the annual 10k run and 5k walk/run held on Memorial Day. The run is known as one of the friendliest races due to the thousands of neighbors who line the route to motivate the runners. The race relies on hundreds of neighborhood volunteers to make it successful, so it’s no small feat ofor Mary Ann to coordinate all of those people. Joe also assists with the Ridge Run, setting up barricades and water station tables, which are essential to the race’s success, although he tries to downplay his importance. In the past, Mary Ann has also volunteered for BAPA’s Home Tour and History Mystery Bike Tour. Mary Ann is also essential to the BAC, helping the accounting department with filing, stuffing envelopes, and other needed office work to keep the records straight. If that wasn’t enough, Mary Ann also spends a lot of time at Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens in Palos Heights working as a docent, which includes answering phones and signing people up for classes at the center. The Furlongs love their community and enjoy giving their time and money to help out. CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 Ridge Run Seeks T-Shirt Designs SADIKI Creative Painting and Decorating Co. Area professional, amateur SURFACE SPECIALISTS FOR OVER 30 YEARS CLEANING www.creativepainting.us and student artists are FREE ESTIMATES invited to submit designs SERVICE for use on the T-shirt for the 37th Annual Ridge Run. Entries must be original art, scs SPECIAL include the Ridge Run logo, WINTERFree and be submitted as a PDF Natural Born Estimates Cleaners RATES! to [email protected] by RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL midnight, Mar. 1, 2014. Painting l Interior l Exterior l Faux Finishes l Wallpapering Plastering l Drywall l Stucco l Floor & Wall Tile l Carpentry Support Our Community. 773.445.9395 Tuckpointing Repair l Power Washing l Fully Insured [email protected] 773-445-0707 From Beverly with references from your area Join today! 773-233-3100 or www.bapa.org www.sadikicleaningservice.com January 2014 Page 4 Wishing You a Healthy New Year
Following on the heels of the excesses of the holidays, January is traditionally a time when people begin to think more about their health and fitness. In Beverly/ Morgan Park, there are a variety of places where you can go to get healthy. A few of them have shared some information and tips for getting and staying healthy in 2014. Beverly Yoga Center, 1917 W. 103rd St., is a warm, welcoming yoga studio that focuses on calming minds and nurturing bodies through yoga and meditation for children and adults. They offer daily classes as well as workshops and retreats. The menu of classes offers something for everyone, and at every level of flexibility or strength. Flow and Hot classes are geared to those who want something more active. Hatha, Relaxation, Therapeutic and Candlelight classes focus more on Photo courtesy of Beverly Yoga Center stretching and relaxation. Four-week Introduction to Yoga sessions, classes specific to larger bodies, promote stronger core muscles and help Therapy & Wellness Center, and a six-week Introduction to Meditation women sleep better at night. For more 11113 S. Western, offers three unique begin on the first of every month. information contact the WISHFIT office, features to their Holistic Healing Beverly Yoga Center’s motto is 773- 881-9400, or visit www.wishfit.org. Approach: a warm and friendly “Nurturing the mind, body and heart, and The Healing House, 11840 S. environment; physical therapy for inspiring a healthy, mindful life through Western Ave., offers acupuncture and pain and injuries treated by a doctor of yoga and meditation.” other treatments. Kathy Broderick, RN, physical therapy; and clients who reach For more information, call 773-239- BA, LAC, is a licensed acupuncturist their fitness goals and trust our proven 9642 or visit www.beverlyyogacenter. and herbalist, treating clients from The expertise. Tina Morocco-Collins, com. Healing House. Acupuncture stimulates Doctor of Physical Therapy, incorporates Women in the Southside the body’s Qi, or natural healing energy, massage, yoga, Pilates equipment and Health Fitness (WISHFIT) is restoring balance and health through more in clinical intervention. part of the WISH study that has been the gentle insertion of fine needles into Dr. Collins offers this fitness tip: When looking into women’s health on local specific acupoints, which are chosen beginning a new exercise regimen and national level. WISHFIT provides based on the practitioner’s physical muscle soreness is often experienced. information and events designed to examination and a careful analysis of Don’t shy away from the exercise as a help women in their middle years enjoy symptoms and related information. result of this. The most important thing optimal health. In February, WISHFIT Knowledgeable and nurturing, Broderick is to stretch those sore muscles, (even if ADVERTISEMENT will host an information session on pelvic uses her professional skills and experience it feels very uncomfortable). A gentle health. Pelvic health disorders impact in Oriental and Western medicine to stretch combined with gentle massage women of all ages and backgrounds assess and treat conditions that range will be very beneficial. Moist heat is -- they don’t discriminate. Issues like from migraine headaches to arthritis, also good for 10 to 15 minutes. Those urinary incontinence, constipation and insomnia to anxiety, offering pain relief, muscles have to get accustomed to your problems with sexual function can be healing and relaxation. Acupuncture is new workout. Most importantly, be related to dysfunction of the pelvic floor also an effective treatment for people consistent. Once you begin your routine, muscles. A medically based pelvic fitness who want to stop smoking, lose weight or keep it up, otherwise you will experience program, Total Control®, has been reduce the side effects of chemotherapy. the soreness all over again. proven to improve women’s bladder For an appointment call 773-233-9000 For more information, call 773-233-8600 control, improve sexual performance , Natural Instincts Physical or visit www.Naturalinstinctsandyou. com. Running Excels, 10328 S. Western Ave., will keep you outdoors Natural Instincts all year long. Their popular running Physical Therapy & Wellness Center programs are offered three days a week, 11113 S. Western • 773.233.8600 allowing runners to keep up or enhance intro classes their running condition rather than Just ask Dr. Collins! starting over each spring. New runners Never Too Late! are always welcome. A free walk-to- Okay, here we are in January and now yoga run program begins in March and is it’s time to get serious about our physical yoga health. Perhaps you plan to start walking The 4-week session provides a for larger bodies CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE or doing some form of cardio and toning. solid foundation in the essential A gentle yoga class that Well, before you get started, stand in front yoga poses. Each session will help you gain flexibility, of the mirror (body exposed) and take a builds on the previous week’s look at your alignment. Are the arches of strength and confidence to class, allowing you to absorb becoming more comfortable your feet lifted or dropped (flat feet)? Do and apply what you’ve learned your knees roll in or out? Are your legs and in your body. During this so that you’ll feel prepared for feet turned in or out? Turn sideways. Are 4-week session, you will learn your shoulders behind or in front of your our ongoing classes. how to modify poses in a safe hips? The position of your feet can dictate Saturday 12:00 pm environment with the help of the position of not just of your legs, but meditation yoga props and a small class your hips, spine, neck, shoulders and head. begins Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1 This 6-week session provides the size with specialized attention Over a period of time everything starts to essentials of understanding how to limitations. shift to accommodate your foot position. Friday 7:00 pm the mind works, what keeps the Then you begin to blame the pain in your begins Jan 10, Feb 7 mind constantly going and tech- Saturday 10:30 am joints on arthritis and age. This may play niques that will help slow and calm a part, but the continual stress that is put Monday 7:00 pm begins Jan 4, Feb 1, Mar 1 on our joints due to poor alignment plays the mind down. By the end of the a bigger part. As a matter of fact, that poor begins March 3 session you will have a toolbox for Thursday 5:30 pm alignment is a red carpet for arthritis to developing a meditation practice. begins Jan 9, Feb 6, Mar 6 $60 for 4-week session come strutting in! These areas, if corrected through strengthening and/or stretching, Thursday 10:30 am $72 for 4-week session would greatly improve your postural align- begins Jan 16, Mar 13 ment, which would take years off your ap- 1917 West 103rd Street, 2nd Fl Class sizes are limited. pearance. Need help to get started? We’ll $90 for 6-week session 773-239-9642 Please register early. be glad to set you straight! Give us a call! www.beverlyyogacenter.com Tina Morocco-Collins Doctor of Physical Therapy Nurturing the mind, body and heart, and inspiring Naturalinstinctsandyou.com a healthy, mindful life thru yoga and meditation. Page 5 January 2014
Photo courtesy of Running Excels Happy New Year! designed to gradually build up endurance to curves.com managing MS, arthritis and osteoporosis. and confidence, and to help participants Beverly Therapists, 10725 S. Fitness tip: Pilates is for every body! The Healing remain injury free and motivated. New Western, is a group of psychotherapists For more information, call 708-422-0990 runners usually celebrate by running a in private practice, working together Dr. Tracey L. Gaston, P.C., 5K and or joining Running Excels group to help people find the right therapist General Family Dentistry, House runs (Tues. and Thurs., 6 p.m. and Sat., for themselves and their families. 9901 S. Western Ave., Suite 209, stresses Gentle Oriental healing 7 a.m.) Running Excels is a CARA half/ Counseling can address many issues the importance of regular dental visits for treatments to restore marathon training site and also offers including anxiety, depression, school your health. balance and wellness. kids programs. problems and grief, or it can simply The American Dental Association Their fitness tip: Join a running club. provide a confidential listening ear to recommends regular dental visits every • Acupuncture • Chinese Herbs The group runs will keep you motivated, allow clients to sort out their thoughts six months. This is essential for the • Massage accountable and are a great way to meet and find solutions. maintenance of healthy teeth and gums. new training partners and make friends. According to the counselors at Beverly During the examination, teeth will be Gift Certificates For more information, call 773-629- Therapists, research has found that checked for decay, gums evaluated for Available 8587 or visit www.runningexcels.com. exercise is an excellent way to improve periodontal disease and an oral cancer
rd your mental health. Exercise reduces screening performed. Digital x-rays will Curves of Beverly, 1804 W. 103 Kathy Broderick LA RN, BA St., has partnered with America’s health stress, increases happiness through be taken as well as your occlusion and c, - Certifi ed Acupuncturist & Herbalist - and wellness expert Jillian Michaels to the release of endorphins, improves TMJ evaluated. - Registered Nurse - launch Curves Workouts with Jillian self-esteem, and reduces anxiety and During the cleaning plaque and tartar are Michaels! Starting in January, you can depression. They offer this fitness tip: removed, and your teeth are polished. use Curves’ strength training machines Walking or other activities that alternate Natural teeth and restorations survive movement of one side of the body and best in an oral environment that is clean Kim Duignan in conjunction with Jillian Michaels’ - Certifi ed Massage Therapist - bodyweight-based exercises to ramp up then the other help to clear our thoughts and where the intake of harmful foods and your metabolism and transform your and improve our moods. If you are having beverages is controlled. Maintaining good physique. The program will be refreshed trouble beginning an exercise program, homecare between your regular visits is with 12 new functional moves each start small with a walk to the corner or important. for 5 to 10 minutes. Sometimes, once you Once the examination and cleaning month. This new program along with the 11840 S.Western Ave. start, it’s easy to continue. have been performed, recommendations Curves Complete weight loss plan, which Chicago, IL 60643 includes custom food plans and weekly For more information, call 773-719- will be made regarding any restorative or one on one coaching sessions, will make 1751 or 312-835-7976 or visit www. periodontal treatment that may be needed. 773.233.9000 this the year to achieve your fitness goals. beverlytherapists.com. For more information, call 773-233-1710 Sandie Maddux, owner/manager of At Core Fitness & Physical or visit www. Drtlg.com. Curves Beverly, offers this fitness tip: Therapy, 2940 W. 95th St., the Serving the community Keeping a food diary either online or Pilates instructors and therapists go in a journal, can help you keep track of through hours of training, which includes for 18 years. your weight-loss goals. Some research anatomy as well as Pilates philosophy, has shown that those who keep a food and they can tailor a workout or physical GASTROENTEROLOGIST WITH SPECIAL INTEREST journal lose up to twice as much weight. therapy program to fit individual needs. IN WOMENS HEALTH Recording your food intake can also help So whether a person is de-conditioned, you think twice about that extra serving has chronic pain issues, or is very active Dr. Constance Pietrzak M.D. of mashed potatoes at dinner. Be sure to and fit, Core can provide the program enter your food intake online right after a that’s right for him/her. Trainers and Esophageal Disorders • Barrett’s Esophagus • GERD meal or event. physical therapists work with young Woman’s GI Disorders • Colon Cancer Screening For more information and a consultation athletes, runners and yoga instructors, 10458 S.Pulaski • Oak Lawn call Curves Beverly 773-239-4801 or go as well as senior citizens and people (Southwest Medical Consultants SC) Accepting male and female patients. Call for an appointment 708-636-1818
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By Janelle Richmond Like to sing? The Beverly Morgan Mary Lynn Valentin, who joined the Park Community Choir is seeking new choir in 2008, agreed. “The goal is to members for the 2014 season. challenge us, to learn, and to share the On Jan. 19, the Choir will begin gift of our voices. Everyone is welcome!” rehearsals and welcome new singers. The Choir members come from all group, which began in 1999 to celebrate denominations and reside in Beverly/ the new millennium, has offered praise in Morgan Park and neighboring suburbs. song each year since. Rehearsals are held weekly on Sponsored by the Beverly Morgan Park Sundays, beginning Jan. 19, 3 to 5 p.m., Community of Churches, the Choir has a Immanuel United Church of Christ, professional director, Lance Loiselle, and 9815 S. Campbell, Evergreen Park. New an outstandingly talented accompanist, members are welcome to come to the first William Crowle. Each year, weeks of rehearsal and learn more about the Choir. dedicated rehearsals culminate in a This year, the Choir is actively recruiting glorious concert. The 2014 concert is male voices to assure the sound remains slated for Apr. 6 at St. Cajetan Church. balanced. Music selections range from Choir members generously volunteer classical to gospel to contemporary. Sheet music is provided. In past years, their time because they enjoy singing with Choir and Director Lance Loiselle at a rehearsal for last year’s concert. a community of people who love music. the Choir has sung in Latin, Swahili, Loiselle, the Choir’s Director, said, “It concert is always amazing. The hard Choir members agree. “I am filled French, English and Spanish, stretching is a joy to be able to collaborate with work is worth it and shows the glory of with such joy when the calendar inches musical boundaries. so many great, like-minded people. The God every year.” toward the new year,” said Vivan Nash, For more information, call Eleanor one of the Choir’s founding members. “I Hollander, 773-779-7387 or e-mail know I will see my dear singing friends [email protected] to join the from every corner of the community and Choir’s e-mail announcement list. beyond. It is my absolute favorite thing Follow the Choir on Facebook for the to be part of year after year.” latest updates.
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Remember, your contribution is tax deductible. For more information on how you can support the BAC Challenge Campaign, call 773-445-3838. For information on stock or IRA contributions, contact Dan Hack of Morgan Stanley, 312-917-7538 or Mike Stanton of BMO Harris Private Bank, 312-461-6599. * As hard as we try to make sure our materials are correct, mistakes happen. If your name was mistakenly left out, please let us know at 773-445-3838 or [email protected] Beverly Arts Center 2407 W. 111th St. • 773-445-3838 • www.beverlyartcenter.org January 2014 Page 8 School Profile: St. Cajetan By Kristin Boza turn it on [without instruction], then the St. Cajetan School is working toward teacher began directing them to the apps a complete technology makeover. With that are geared toward them, and they an already robust technology suite in were off. That was it!” use, the school is incredibly focused on Although iPads and computer programs ensuring that technology is at the top of can be a fun distraction for the children their list of goals. at St. Cajetan, they will not be used that In her eighth year as principal at St. way in the classroom. Cajetan, Terry Reger is proud that the “Teachers will be setting up learning school was able to secure the funds to centers in the rooms where students purchase iPads and SmartBoards for all can engage with the iPads,” said Reger. classrooms. “They will be used as an individual tool.” “The technology makes our classes a For example, students who know how lot more interactive,” Reger said. “The to read will use the iPads to test their teachers received training on how to best reading comprehension. “It’s good implement the new technology over the individualized practice,” Reger said. summer, and now they’re incorporating Older students will use the iPads to what they learned into their lesson plans.” assist in frog dissection, creating an even St. Cajetan Principal Terry Reger Every student, from preschool through more hands on approach than what was eighth grade, is able to take advantage of seen in the past. the new technology. Curious as to how “The best part about the iPads is that The SmartBoards are installed in each Despite the great technological the preschoolers would react to the iPads, they can be used in every class, not just classroom at St. Cajetan, revolutionizing advances at St. Cajetan, small classes and the teachers and Reger let them explore math and science,” said Reger. “Each teaching. “The smartboards allow for affordable tuition, the single thing that on their own before directing them with student will be able to learn from the a lot of interaction. Children can get really sets it apart is the incredibly close- a lesson. iPad in an individual and hands-on type up, move, touch and interact with the knit community of parents and teachers “A couple of them figured out how to of way.” boards,” Reger said. at the school. “The parents are so supportive of each other, in good times and in bad,” said Reger. “I believe that faculty and parents should work together to educate, and I see that all the time at St. Cajetan. We’re all a team, and I think that sends a strong message to our children: we’re all in this together to help you.” Mike Geraghty is a member of St. Cajetan’s School Board, and also the father of four daughters who attend the school. Like Reger, Geraghty cites the St. Cajetan community as one of the reasons in his family’s decision to send their daughters to the school. “The people of the parish are just awesome,” Geraghty said. “It’s great to be a part of such a tight-knit group of parents who share the same values as us. We’ve developed some really great friendships, which benefits the parents, but also the kids, too. If a family needs anything in particular, the St. Cajetan community rallies around them and helps them as much as possible.” “The education the students receive at St. Cajetan is great,” said Geraghty. “Having a 20:1 student to teacher ratio is wonderful and it’s great to see the kids who go on to do great things in our local high schools. St. Cajetan really creates a great foundation for the kids.” Reger says that St. Cajetan is focused on implementing the Common Core program into their reading and math programs, and increasing enrollment. “We are working on strategies to have more students here to enjoy the greatness of our school, as well as constantly improving our technology offerings,” she said. Besides the education in the classroom, St. Cajetan boasts a robust sports program, including football, cheerleading, soccer, volleyball, basketball and golf. Upcoming Events Upcoming fundraisers, which will help fund the technology program, include a Trivia Night on Sat., Feb. 1 at 7 p.m. in the school gym. A Wine Tasting, with Town Liquors bringing in vendors, will take place in May. For all interested parents, St. Cajetan is hosting an open house on Sun., Jan. 26 from 10 a.m. to noon. St. Cajetan is located at 2477 W. 112th St. For more information on any of these activities, call 773-233-8844 or visit www.stcajetan.org.
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Campbell Ave. Concert to be Frazee to stage “BAC to Broadway, A Dream” at Galvin Fine Arts Center. held Sun., April 6. 773-552-7792. Benefit Cabaret,” Sat., Jan 11, 7:30 p.m. Don Abbott is a regular performer with Seniors and 10 p.m., at the Beverly Arts Center, ComedySportz Quad Cities and Guys in Chicago Skyliners Big Band concert, 2407 W. 111th St. All tickets $20, and all Ties Improv Comedy. Sun., Jan. 26, 2 p.m. $20 ($18/BAC Tai Chi and Qigong classes for seniors proceeds will go to funding the profes- Warren Levon made his BAC debut in members). Beverly Arts Center, 2407 and all abilities, Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to sional theater series. “The Putnam County Spelling Bee.” His W. 111th St. 773-445-3838, www. 12:15 p.m. beginning Jan. 7, Immanuel Staged for an intimate evening of Broad- recent theatre credits include “Waiting for beverlyartcenter.org –main stage. Church of Christ, 9815 S. Campbell Ave. way song and dance with BAC profes- Lefty” at American Blues Theatre, “Radio Heartsfield, Sat., Feb. 1, 8 p.m. $16 ($14/ $10 per session. Information: Anna York, sionals and friends, “BAC to Broadway” Golf” at Raven Theatre where he received BAC members). Beverly Arts Center, 773-955-4961 or [email protected]. performers include Michael Mejia, Ryan a BTAA Nomination for best featured ac- Westwood, Megan Kearney, Don Abbott, tor in a play, and “Doo Lister’s Blues” Ricky Harris, Tim Stompanato, Warren at National Pastime. Levon’s recent film Get Your Kids in the Game! Jackson and Frazee. credits include “Lac Du Flambeau.” Michael Mejia is an instructor at the Shellee Frazee served as Managing Di- (The Soccer Game, That Is) BAC. Acting credits include Noah in rector for Redtwist Theatre in Chicago, “Rainmaker,” Brad Majors in “The was owner and Artistic Director of Cen- AYSO Region 423 soccer is a great influ- west. This division provides a chance for Rocky Horror Show,” and Mike Costa in ter Stage Performing Arts Academy in ence and resource to children in our area. mentally and physically handicapped chil- “A Chorus Line.” the Quad Cities, and serves as an adjunct American Youth Soccer Organization, dren, from ages 5 to adult, to play soccer. Megan Kearney made her acting debut at teacher for the theatre department at St. shortened to AYSO, is a non-profit orga- Registration for AYSO Summer League the BAC in “They’re Playing Our Song” Ambrose University. nization that develops and delivers qual- Children’s Soccer, including the U-5 and and teaches in theater at BAC. She played The BAC professional theater series ity youth soccer programs in a fun, non- our VIP division, is now open to boys and the role of Gloria Upson in “Mame” at continues with “Songs for a New World,” competitive family environment. AYSO is girls, ages 4 to 18. Registration is held at Victory Gardens Theatre. March 28 through 30, and “Ain't Misbe- open to children ages 4 to 18 years old. Graver Park, 1518 W. 102nd Pl., Sun., Frederick Harris most recently appeared havin',” June 13 through 15. Tickets for The children play in divisions based on Jan. 26, 1 to 4 p.m., Sun., Feb. 23, 1 to 4 as Vernon Gersch in BAC’s production these shows are $22 each ($20 for Bev- age, on teams that are balanced by ability. p.m., Tues., Mar. 18, 6:30 to 8 p.m., and of “They’re Playing Our Song.” A music erly Arts Center members). Buy tickets AYSO Region 423 has served Chicago’s Sun., Mar. 23, 1 to 4 p.m. and theatre instructor at the BAC, Har- to all three shows for $60 ($54 for BAC South Side and Beverly/Morgan Park for Costs are 1 child, $100; 2 children, $170; ris teaches at Barrel of Monkeys Theatre members). more than a generation. A good number 3 children, $235; 4 children, $295; each where he also serves as Music Director. of the children’s parents played in the additional child, $55. U16 and U19 - $75/ league as children themselves. per child. VIP is $35 per child ($25 if pre- Region 423 also has a U-5 (4 year old) registered online). Save $10 for your first division, which includes introduction to child and $5 for each additional child by soccer for both kids and parents. It is a pre-registering online at www.eayso.org. huge success and attracted more than 50 Games are played June 9th through Aug. kids and their families last year. Region 7th, two nights per week. All games are 423 is doing it again this summer and reg- played at Dan Ryan Woods. istration is now open. For more information visit www.ayso423. AYSO Region 423 also has the largest org or email [email protected]. VIP (special needs) division in the Mid- M A I N S T A G E E N T E r T A I N M E N T
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Tickets & Information: 773-233-3100 or www.bapa.org Page 13 January 2014 A Modern Look at a Classic Play “The Glass Menagerie” is the play that brought Tennessee Williams from obscurity to his role as one of America’s most highly regarded playwrights. In February, the Beverly
Theatre Guild (BTG) will present the play with a bold and innovative treatment by Sandra Bianciotto Sara Nash Bill Biros Nancy Hotchkiss Bob Fitzpatrick Cheryl Cronin director Rocco Ayala. Original music, contemporary projections and a skeletal set will embrace the characters and story telling. Ayala, from Chicago’s West Lawn, also directs productions at Brother Rice High School and has a degree in Digital Cinema from We thank you, our friends DePaul. The cast is usually made up of characters based on Tennessee Williams’ family. and neighbors, for allowing us to Amie (Biros) Wharff Amanda, the mother, was abandoned by her husband and lives under hard financial Geri Smith conditions; her son Tom, who supports the family as he struggles to write; and daughter serve your real estate needs ,Laura, who has created a world of her own by her collection of glass figures. The last this past year. character is Jim, the gentleman caller, who Amanda has been hoping would come for her daughter. BTG’s director Anyala has added another character: a narrator who is Tom, 15 years Ann Marie Prendergast We look forward to this coming after the story takes place and at the height of his career as a playwright and poet. Laura Freeman Narrator Tom reflects on his past and invites the audience to step into his memory. This new year refreshed and renewed, part will be performed by Fred Eberle, a life long neighborhood resident. Eberle has many professional credits, one most memorable as a member of the original eager to continue the tradition of Denise Amraen cast of “Do Black Patent Leather Shoes Really Reflect Up?” A young thespian, Eberle excellent real estate service and interviewed Tennessee Williams on National Public Radio (NPR). The interview was Denise Amraen conducted at the old Goodman Theatre where an evening of one-act plays entitled professionalism that has been our Kathy D’Andrea “Tennessee Laughs” was in rehearsal. According to Eberle, Williams was a fascinating trademark since 1982. and complex person who graciously spent a full hour chatting while sipping wine from a Lori Scholtens paper cup. While working as an artist in residence at WBEZ, Eberle used this interview in a radio program called “Tennessee Williams, A Reflection.”
Ayala is passionate about this project since “The Glass Menagerie” is a timeless piece. Dan Falardeau The story and characters that were written in the 1940s still hold true today.
BTG will stage “The Glass Menagerie” Feb, 14, 15 and 16 at the Baer Theatre, Morgan Carol Molnar Park Academy, 2153 W 111th St. For more information about reserved tickets and group Best Wishes for a sales, visit www.BeverlyTheatreGuild.org or call 773-284-8497. Happy and William Biros ‘Get In, Get Art’ Free Activities Pam Decker Prosperous New Year! Get In, Get Art, a monthly series of on activities include Broken Art, free art activities for all ages is offered refashioning old garments into new at the Beverly Arts Center (BAC), 2407 accessories or clothing, fixing and W. 111th St. The series is just one of the funkifying old picture frames, and much 708/422-0011 Mary Duleba many family-friendly offerings at the more. Susan Romano Center. Get In, Get Art features Get Global on On Sunday, Jan. 12, 2 to 4 p.m., Get Sun., Feb. 23, 2 to 4 p.m., exploring the Fixin’ covers the art of taking broken, art of world cultures. Learn more at www. outdated or worn objects and creating beverlyartcenter.org , 773-445-3838. something new and wonderful. Hands- Brian McNamara Rick Schultz Loris Ryan Nan Meyer Tom OConnor Tanya Coffman
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McCullough-Starks works with worked with Hewitt Associates as a Chicago area communities to provide benefits consultant. She is an active meaningful initiatives through AT&T and committed volunteer for school and and serves as the company’s liaison community-based organizations. to local government. Before coming Megan Boguszko is a former financial to AT&T, McCullough-Starks was services professional. As a Compliance OPEN NOW Director of Business and Workforce Officer for several proprietary trading ACCEPTING Diversity for the Metropolitan Pier and firms in Chicago, she has experience HOUSE Exposition Authority, which owns and developing operational policies and APPLICATIONSSunday, operates McCormick Place and Navy procedures. She also worked as Pier. She currently serves on the Board an Account Coordinator for DDB Octoberfor 2014-201521, of Directors for the Back of the Yards Worldwide, a global advertising agency, 12:00 – 2:00 Neighborhood Council, Calumet Area planning and executing campaigns for PM Industrial Commission, and Chicago such blue-chip clients as Budweiser, • OPEN HOUSE • State University Foundation, as well McDonald’s and State Farm. Boguszko Sat.,JanuaryIt’s a 25thhom e• a 10amway ftoro noonm home. as Board President of Young Women’s is on the Board of Beverly Ridge Home Leadership Charter School. Owner’s Association (BRHA), and is §. Preschool and kindergarten (ages 2-6) Katie Coderre is currently a contract currently building a Rodan + Fields skin §.PreschoolHours from 8:00 and AM – 4:30 Kindergarten PM M-F / Extended Care from 7:OO AM to 6:00 PM (ages 15 mo. to 6 year olds) employee with the University of care consultancy. §. Toilet training provided for 2 year olds Chicago, working on educational With the exception of Edward McGunn, 1819§. WestADDING 99th St.STUDENTS • Chicago AGES • 13 -773.239.824823 MONTHS FALL 2013 research in the department of economics. who will begin his term in spring, the new Coderre also serves as an accounting BAC Board members began their service www.alldaymontessori.org 1819 W 99th St. w Chicago, IL 60643 w 773-239-8248 w www.alldaymontessori.orgassistant at County Fair Foods, and at the December Board meeting. Hours: M-F 8am to 4:30pm / Extended Care: M-F 7am to 6pm
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For more than four decades community people really enjoy supporting the BAC volunteers have been planning and through the auction because it’s such a presenting the annual Beverly Arts great party!” Center auction. Although a lot has This year, the fun has already started with changed in that time, one thing has not: the “selfie” campaign that’s integrated the commitment of these volunteers to into the Amplify the Arts auction theme. raising much-needed funds for the BAC. Colorful posters with the Amplify the “Forty three years ago when the auction Arts auction logo can be found all over began, no one was doing auctions,” the community. People are standing said BAC Auction committee member, with their heads positioned inside the Carol Lett. The early auctions were headphones, taking “selfies” and sending THE community events – very formal them to [email protected] and involved. “The longevity of our so they can be shared. auction is in how it has changed over the The Amplify the Arts theme is carried years. Since moving to the new BAC, through in the auction tech raffle. Raffle the auctions are less formal and more tickets are available now for $20 or fun, and we’ve found creative ways to six for $100. People need not be at the involve artists and the community.” auction to win the prizes, which include For a few years, artists created and BAC Auction Committee Amy Dattner (front, from left), Anna Marie Brodsky, Eileen Holderbaum and Penny a 46 inch flat screen television, Beats by donated works to be auctioned, such as Golden; Laura Jurewitch, Betsy Spolarich, Stacy Epps Stefano, Auction Chairperson Sal Campbell, Nancy Dre headphones, and an iPad. chairs, boxes and mirrors. In the past few McGourty, Carol Lett. and Cathy Sawyers Because the Center is in the midst of a years, the auction has been built more major fund raising campaign, all of the around experience packages, and the Save the Date! Sat., Feb. 15 proceeds from auction ticket sales will committee has invested in professional be donated to the BAC Challenge so auctioneers who bring expert ideas to the Amplify the Arts: BAC Auction the Center can benefit from the $4-to-$1 mix. And the members of the committee Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St. match from Fifth Third Bank. listen when people talk about what they’d The auction committee already has like to see being auctioned from the BAC hot sports tickets, a vacation getaway.” Campbell. “The auction raises funds some terrific items for the live and silent stage on Sat., Feb. 15. These items make the bidding brisk, needed to keep the building maintained,” auctions, and more is being collected. Conversation-starter cards at the Girls with several people raising their numbers she said. “One year the funds bought new Details will be announced later. Night Out pre-auction party offered a to try and walk away with the prized windows, one year, a new dance floor, Individuals and businesses interested in glimpse into the attendees’ wish-lists. package. one year, sound equipment for the theater. participating in the auction can buy tickets “People really like the experience As fun and lively as the live auction These are things that are not covered by for $50 each, make donations, and/or packages,” said committee member is, the needs it funds are not so sexy, grants and are very expensive to pay for become a sponsor. For more information, Betsy Spolarich. “A weekend downtown, confessed Auction Chairperson Sal out of revenue. The BAC counts on the email [email protected]. auction to raise the money for these very Tickets can be purchased online at www. important, behind-the-scenes items. And beverlyartcenter.org.
Call for Fitness Partners: Decorating & Remodeling Work Out to Wipe Out Domestic Violence The Morgan Park Junior Woman’s Jean Catania, 773-239-2632. Club invites local fitness professionals Partners of the 2nd Annual Work Out to partner in the 3rd Annual Work Out to Wipe Out Domestic Violence benefit to Wipe Out Domestic Violence benefit day included Beverly Arts Center, Sat., Mar. 22. The event raises awareness Beverly Body Works, Beverly Ride-On, about the issue of domestic violence Beverly Yoga Studio, Core Fitness and and raises funds for the local advocacy Physical Therapy, Cross Fit Beverly, agency, A New Direction Beverly Curves of Beverly, Evergreen Racquet Morgan Park (AND). & Fitness, FitCode Boot Camps, Klees Fitness businesses and clubs throughout Golf Shop, Natural Instincts Physical the community will be offering a wide Therapy and Wellness Center, Running variety of activities at their business Excels, the Shannon Center at Saint locations. Area residents will participate, Xavier University, Women’s Workout each making a donation. Proceeds go and Wellness, and Yoga with Donna directly to AND. Wilkinson. Thanks to these partners The Morgan Park Junior Woman’s Club and the generosity of their patrons, AND organizes this event and is asking for received over 225 individual donations. partnership from fitness businesses and A New Direction Beverly Morgan clubs (and their clients) including the Park is a non-profit 501-(c)-3 agency martial arts, Pilates, personal that provides counseling and advocacy trainers, dance and yoga studios, physical services to domestic violence victims. therapists, tennis, biking, walking, It was conceived and is directed by running and swimming clubs all around community members with a strong the community. commitment to its mission. AND is Quality Services and Support Since 1927 For more information on becoming funded entirely through donations and a Work Out to Wipe Out Domestic relies on community support to continue Violence benefit partner, email its mission. 708-499-HEAT (4328) [email protected] or call www.doornbos.com • Like us on Facebook Page 19 January 2014 Mary Ann and Joe Furlong CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 she likes to know what is going on in the “I can’t stress enough how important community. BAPA is to our community,” said Mary “Since I’m retired, I can volunteer where Ann. “I think a lot of the community I feel there is the greatest need or follow members think, ‘Oh, BAPA puts on great what interests me,” she said. She fields special events,’ but it’s so much more calls from other Chicago institutions Licensed in IL & WI than that. BAPA funds a lot of different asking for her time and money, but she programs [through those special events] always tells them that she’d rather keep that support the neighborhood.” her money to support her neighborhood. She cited BAPA’s court advocacy “We’ve been here a long time and programs, foreclosure assistance and have really great neighbors, that’s why police alerts as some of the great we live here, shop here and eat at local programs they provide the community. establishments.” “To the community, it’s vital that we “There’s a lot of great things going on in have an agency like BAPA,” Mary Ann our community,” said Joe. “We have the said. “We have to support it through time and we’re just giving a little back.” donations and volunteering.” Mary Ann feels that the BAC is equally important to the Beverly/Morgan Park community, but in a different way than Ridge Run Seeks BAPA. “The BAC serves an important function Volunteers within the arts: classes for adults and Neighbors who are interested in kids, great performances. We’re hoping running, volunteering and becoming the BAC Challenge will help bring down more involved in community events the BAC’s debt so that we can continue are encouraged to learn more about to have these things in our community,” joining the Ridge Run committee and she said. volunteering to help with the Run. For Mary Ann loves to volunteer because information, email [email protected].
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2 including a half day program for children ages 3 – 6, a full day program, ages 4 – 6 and a kindergarten program. Information: Linda Budewitz, 773-239-7635 or lsbudewitz@ sbcglobal.net. Application Deadline Jan. 27 for Evolving Artists. The Young Adult Board of the Beverly Arts Center invites evolving, emerging and non-established visual artists ages 18 and up to enter the 6th Annual Evolving Artists Competition at the Center, 2407 W. 111th St. The application deadline is Jan. 27. The competition is open to all mediums, including pencil, charcoal, pastel, paint, sculpture, collage, graphic design, photography and prints. Applications are at the Center. Works by finalists and winners will be on exhibit at the Center Feb. 18 through Mar. 18. To submit artwork email download@ www.beverlyartcenter.org. There is a non-refundable application fee of $15 for up to five works. For information email [email protected]. Trivia Night. St. Cajetan Parish will hold its annual Trivia Night on Sat., Feb. 1, 7 p.m., in the gym, 112th and Artesian. The event will consist of three rounds -- 2 trivia and 1 music --with cash prizes for each round and the overall winner. Bring your own snacks; cash bar available. All are welcome. Tickets: [email protected] BAC Receives Grant from Prince Charitable Trusts. The Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., recently received a two year grant of $80,000 for general operating support from Prince Charitable Trusts. “We are delighted with the exciting developments at the Beverly Arts Center, which demonstrates how much the Beverly community values the quality arts experiences the center provides,” said Benna B. Wilde, Program Director, Arts and Culture, Prince Charitable Trusts and Director of the MacArthur Fund for Arts and Culture at Prince. “We are grateful to the MacArthur Foundation for its enlightened policy of providing operating support to Chicago arts organizations throughout the city and are proud to be their partner in this work.” The grant was made through the MacArthur Fund for Arts and Culture at Prince and the first $40,000 was presented to the BAC in November.
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