August 2017 Number 485

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Crestwood Police Invite You to National Night Out In conjunction with Target, the Crestwood and popcorn will be available, as will sno-cones, courtesy of Sno Biz. Police Department will host National Night Out 2017. Designed to heighten Children and families will also be able to enjoy face painting and a bounce crime and drug awareness while house, accompanied to the sounds of a DJ furnished by 219 Productions. strengthening community spirit and the As usual for the National Night Out celebration, the annual Crestwood Police relationship between Village citizens and Association Raffle will be held, offering terrific prizes for all who participate. the police, National Night Out will be held Entry into the raffle is FREE — just mail in your tickets that were distributed Tuesday, Aug. 1st, from 6:00-9:00pm at to each household. Walker Park (139th St. and Laramie Ave.). Drawing for the Crestwood Police Association Raffle will take place at 8:30pm Police and fire vehicles will be on hand for kids and the curious to get a look the night of the event. Remember: You can’t win if you don’t play! at current emergency vehicle technology. Bike Patrol will also be present, and visitors can look forward to a police K-9 demonstration. Free hot dogs, burgers *Raffle prizes and other information subject to change. Crestwood PD Does Its Best at ‘Five-0 at the Dirty O’ for Special Olympics On Saturday, July 22nd, the Dirt Oval Joliet, Lemont, Lockport, Matteson, at Route 66 Raceway was the place to Midlothian, Oak Forest, Oswego and be. Posen.

That night, 15 officers from 12 police The race itself, an absolutely departments in the Metro Area electrifying 15 laps around the circuit, participated in the first-ever “Five- saw Commander Alexander bumping 0 at the Dirty O,” a race pitting law vehicles with one of the Chicago enforcement officers against each Police Department’s, but that didn’t other, racing retired police vehicles to stall him from coming ahead for a 3rd raise money for Special Olympics. The Place finish at the checkered flag. It Crestwood Police Department entered was a blast on several different levels,” two cars in the race — one driven by Commander Alexander said of the Commander Dave Alexander, driving event. the no. 5 Ford Crown Victoria, and the no. 59 Ford Crown Victoria driven by “At the end of the race, three of the Detective Chris Soderlund. athletes had decided to give up one of their medals to each of the top three The Crestwood Crusaders, as always winners — the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place very committed to supporting Special winners. The medal that they earned, Olympics, raised no less than $8,700 that they worked hard to get, they for the cause. (The top fundraising wanted to give to us as a token of department taking part in the event appreciation for coming out and doing was Oak Forest, which raised more all we did. … It brings tears to my eyes, than $20,000.) All told, the inaugural it’s so overwhelming.” Five-0 at the Dirty O event sold out The Five-0 at the Dirty O event couldn’t have happened without and managed to raise more than We’re so involved in Special Olympics, the many sponsors who gave of themselves to make this a truly $76,000 for Special Olympics. and you see how hard these kids work, memorable event. We join the Crestwood Police Department and they have so much fun — they and all of the participating police departments in thanking them The evening’s opening ceremonies get so excited when they win these for their incredible support: started with a speech from Special medals. For one of them to take one Olympics athlete Nick Lorenz. While off of their neck and want me to have MAJOR DONORS Crestwood Fastpitch Kiki’s Gaming Lounge the national anthem was being sung it? I almost didn’t want to take it.” FreeN’ Fun Bar Bingo Association Miracle Temple by athlete Bree Bogucki, all 15 Five-0 Safespeed LLC Reliable Door and Fair Towing vehicles were led by the Public Safety Commander Alexander plans to M/R Plumbing Mart Dock Inc. Nonna’s Pizza Direct Torch Run Truck, driven by wear that medal at all future Special Wild Cheer Bows Blackwood Property Mark Kozeluh, as they completed a Olympics events, and looks forward DONORS Bambino’s Pizza Maintenance LLC ceremonial lap around the track. In to recounting the story of how it was Alpha Auto Repair Anker Trucking Mayor Lou Presta addition to Crestwood, participating bestowed upon him by a very special B & R Towing Key West Metal and numerous police departments included Burnham, athlete named Becky Shark. CH Hager Excavating Industries personal donations. Chicago, Cook County Sheriff, The winner of the first Five-0 at the ...Continued on page 10 www.crestwood.illinois.gov 2 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 Letter From Mayor Lou Presta

Greetings, new ambulance for the Village, and improve the responsiveness of our already very efficient and Summer never seems to stick around long reliable team of EMTs. enough, so we hope that everyone is getting out there to make the most of these precious More good news: The deadline for applying for a days. Tuesday, Aug. 1st brings another great city vehicle sticker has been extended until April opportunity for our community to get together, 30th, 2018, instead of during the winter months, at the National Night Out. Hosted by our own hopefully making it easier on everybody to Crestwood Police Department in partnership remain in compliance. with Target, this event is about strengthening community relationships between residents As summer comes to a close, remember to be and the police, and heightening crime and drug mindful of the children still on our streets as awareness. I look forward to seeing you out at you’re driving around the Village, and to be extra Walker Park for this positive event. mindful of our school buses that carry them as the new school year begins. Application for tax rebates will be ready Aug. 15th. This will be the second year in a row that Please keep our first responders and our military the Village will pay 100 percent of the Village’s personnel in your thoughts and prayers as they Village Hall portion. The Village surplus fund — $1,700,000 continue to protect us and our freedoms, and may — will once again be going back to Crestwood we all enjoy the rest of our summer in safety. 13840 South Cicero Avenue Phone. 708.371.4800 residents.

Be sure to visit the Village website at: More good news: We recently received word Sincerely, www.Villageofcrestwoodil.gov from the Federal Emergency Management MAYOR Lou Presta Agency (FEMA) that it intends to award a [email protected] vehicle acquisition grant to the Crestwood Fire CLERK Catherine M. Johnson Department, which will enable it to purchase a [email protected] Mayor Lou Presta TRUSTEES Theresa Flynn e-mail: [email protected] Daniel Jurka, Sr. Surplus Refund Back for 2017 e-mail: [email protected] In order to qualify, the following must apply: If these apply to you, then you may come in and Anthony J. Benigno e-mail: [email protected] 1. You must be the owner of the home. pick up a form from the Village Hall at William B. Pieroth 2. You must have lived in the home on Jan. 1st, 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Our hours are as follows: e-mail: [email protected] 2016, and be currently residing in the home. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Linda M. Madlener 3. You may not generate any rental income from We are open from 9:00am until 4:00pm; Tuesdays e-mail: [email protected] Michael J. McInerney the home. we are open from 9:00am until e-mail: [email protected] 4. You may not owe the Village any debts. 8:00pm. 5. 5. You need to have paid your real estate EDITOR IN CHIEF Bill Graffeo taxes for the 2016 year with no outstanding We ONLY accept original forms from the Village. [email protected] balance. Please do not photocopy the forms and Publishing & Advertising 6. For business owners: You also must have paid hand them out to your friends. your taxes for the 2016 year. The Crestwood Adviser is published monthly for 7. A business owner needs to apply for his or The forms will be available for pick-up on the Village of Crestwood by her business. Aug. 15, 2017, and they will be due back Fanning Communications, Inc. in our office with the appropriate items by 4701 Midlothian Turnpike — Suite 4 (These are the main rules; once you pick up your Oct. 27, 2017, no later than 12:00pm. Crestwood, IL 60418 form, it will list all the items that

For Editorial and Advertising Inquiries: need to be supplied with the form.) Phone 708.293.1430 Fax 708.293.1432 Website: www.fanningcommunications.com Public Notice - Village Parking Publication Staff: Crestwood Village ordinance prohibits parking on any This is especially necessary in areas where narrow village street between 2:00am and 6:00am. The reason streets can block large fire trucks. We will continue to Publisher John J. Fanning for this ordinance is so police will be alerted to aban- enforce this ordinance. Thank you for your cooperation Managing Editor Karl J. Paloucek doned vehicles or suspicious vehicles that require in- Editor/Graphic Designer DeAnna Clark with this ordinance. The initial fine for this violation is Graphic Designer Mariah Beavers vestigation. This ordinance also ensures that all streets $75.00. This is a Village-wide ordinance.PLEASE BE Accounting/Billing Jan Klos throughout the Village will be open to fire and rescue SURE THAT YOUR LATE NIGHT AND OVERNIGHT Web Developer Joseph Neathawk equipment in the event of an overnight emergency. GUESTS ARE MADE AWARE OF THIS AS WELL! The Crestwood Adviser is dedicated to presenting as much as it can about the Village of Crestwood so that the community can have the information it needs to strengthen and enrich the community of Crestwood. Village Meeting Schedule Our goal is to report the news as fully, fairly and as accurate- ly as possible. Your comments and suggestions are encour- Village Board Meetings - 8:00pm aged, by phone or in writing, whether or not you wish such letters to be published. Crestwood Civic Center | 14025 Kostner Ave | August 17th

Under no circumstances will the Crestwood Adviser be li- able for any misspellings, misprints, or damage caused by Committee of the Whole - 7:00pm a Subscriber's reliance on information obtained. It is the Village Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | August 15th responsibility of each Subscriber to evaluate the accuracy, completeness or usefulness of any information, opinion, advice or other content available through the Crestwood Planning Commission – Zoning Board 8:30pm Adviser. Please seek the advice of professionals, as appropri- ate, regarding the evaluation of any specific information, Village Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | August 14th and 28th opinion, advice or other content. Electronic feedback can be sent to: Recreation Commission - 6:30pm [email protected] Village Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | August 8th and 22nd For advertising: [email protected] August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 3 Harold’s Chicken Receives FEMA Grant to Cover New ‘Best of Crestwood’ Honor Ambulance for Crestwood We at the Village have always been proud of our first responders, and we Every year, the Crestwood Award are likewise proud that the residents of Crestwood have shown such great Program selects local companies support for them as well. When Fire Chief Jon Bruce and the rest of the that it believes to have achieved Fire Department puts on its annual Health Fair to raise money for new exceptional marketing success within and much-needed equipment, the turnout and show of support is typically the community. Selected businesses incredible, and we appreciate the continued effort on their behalf. typically have enhanced the positive image of small business through their With that in mind, we would like to share with you the great news that we service to local customers and to the recently received word from the Federal Emergency Management Agency community as a whole. This year’s (FEMA) that it intends to award the Crestwood Fire Department a vehicle winner in the category of Casual acquisition grant for the purchase of a new ambulance for the Village. This Restaurants is Harold’s Chicken Shack will enable our Village’s paramedics to respond to a greater number of at 13653 S. Cicero Ave. emergencies in a shorter amount of time, and no doubt save lives in the process. The purpose of the Crestwood Harold’s Chicken Shack on Cicero Ave We thank everyone for their constant support of our emergency personnel, has earned the Crestwood Awards Award Program is to recognize those Program’s distinction of “Best of companies that have shown the and extend our gracious thanks to those at FEMA who recognized our Crestwood” in the Casual Restaurants need and responded in kind. category. ability to use their best practices and that have implemented programs to generate competitive advantages and long-term value. According to the Crestwood Award Program, various sources of information are gathered and analyzed to determine the winners in each category, and the winners are chosen based on the information gathered both internally and data provided by third parties.

We send out our congratulations to the fine people at Harold’s, who, through their dedication to the customer experience, help to make Crestwood a great place to live, work and play. Veterans to Enjoy Tax-Free Online Shopping Nov. 11th Veterans can look forward to a day of tax-free online shopping this Veterans Eligible and registered veterans — some of whom will be invited to be beta Day. On that day, when all honorably discharged veterans register at VetVerify. testers to shop prior to the Veterans Day event — will be authorized to shop orgCPR — a Classes service that Available will employ From Defense Crestwood Manpower Data Fire Center Department records online at the Army and Air Force Exchange Service (shopmyexchange.com), the to confirm eligibility — they will be able to shop online at all of the online Navy Exchange (mynavyexchange.com), the Marine Corps Exchange (mymcx. military exchanges. Military exchange shopping offers discounted prices and com) and the Coast Guard Exchange (shopcgx.com). The Crestwood Fire Department’s 2017 CPR instruction class schedule is in is tax-free, and helps to support recreation programs, welfare and morale of 100 percent disabled veterans and their dependent family members, and thoseprogress, on base. with registration currently available for sessions in Augustcertain through others. November. All classes are held at the Crestwood Fire Station at 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Courses for Heartsaver AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) and Healthcare CPRProvider Classes have been slated. Available All students must beFrom registered at Reminderthe Village Hall prior to Register for IDOT’s Crestwoodto the day of class. (Classes Fire may Department be canceled due to low enrollment.)Yellow Dot Program

TheAvailable Crestwood CPR Fire training Department’s classes 2017 are CPR available instruction as class follows: schedule is If you haven’t registered for the Illinois in progress, with registration currently available for sessions in August Department of Transportation’s Having this through November. All classes are held at the Crestwood Fire Station at Yellow Dot program, consider this your information Aug. 31st, 6:00-10:00pm Heartsaver AED 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Courses for Heartsaver AED (Automatic External reminder to do so. This program is a on hand Defibrillator) and Healthcare Provider have been slated. All students must life-saving traffic safety measure that enables first beSept. registered 28th, at 6:00-10:00pmthe Village Hall priorHealthcare to the day of class.Provider (Classes may be provides first responders with vital responders to act quickly and make the canceled due to low enrollment.) information on motorists and their best decisions regarding emergency Oct. 19th, 6:00-10:00pm Heartsaver AED loved ones in the event of an accident. treatment and to most appropriately Available CPR training classes are available as follows: prepare hospital ER staff ahead of Nov. 9th, 6:00-10:00pm Heartsaver AED Those taking part in the program time, maximizing the benefit to crash Aug. 31st, 6:00-10:00pm Heartsaver AED receive a bright-yellow decal to be victims in that first “Golden Hour” For more information or to register, contact the CPR Coordinator,placed FF/PM in the lower Chrysa left-hand corner of treatment. Too often, although Sept. 28th, 6:00-10:00pm Healthcare Provider of their rear window on the driver’s dispatchers are able to convey to first Jonas, at (708) 371-4805 or via email at [email protected] side. The yellow dot sticker indicates responders the location of the accident Oct. 19th, 6:00-10:00pm Heartsaver AED to first responders that in the glove and the number of victims, they know compartment of the vehicle, they will little to nothing about the victims Nov. 9th, 6:00-10:00pm Heartsaver AED find a corresponding yellow folder themselves and whatever personal yielding crucial medical information information can best assist them in Contact Us about the motorists, including: that first, most critical hour. For more information • Participant’s name The Yellow Dot program, funded by the or to register, contact • Close-up photo U.S. Department of Transportation, • Emergency contact info was originally introduced in the CPR Coordinator, • Physician information Connecticut in 2002. For more FF/PM Chrysa Jonas, • Medical conditions information on the program and to find at (708) 371-4805 or • Recent surgeries a distribution center near you, visit via email at cjonas@ • Allergies www.yellowdotillinois.org. villageofcrestwoodil.gov • List of current medications 4 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 We Watch, We Call! Mayor Presta and the Board of Trustees have heard the requests of many to report crimes in our Village. Working with our Police Department, a compiled snapshot of a month’s reporting will be shown here in the Adviser. Our intent is to inform the public in order to protect and be vigilant in calling upon our Police. The Mayor urges all to stay tuned in to your neighbors’ well-being and property. Call our police, report suspicious activity, be aware. (911 or Dispatch non-Emergency 708-385-5131).

Deceptive Practice operating an uninsured vehicle. door and entered the Boston Market and attempted 06-01-2017: A resident reported that his credit card to gain entry into the cash register. information was used without authorization to make 06-23-2017: A male was arrested in the 4700 block of several purchases in Chicago. Cal Sag Road and charged with no valid registration, 06-28-2017: A suspect inside Simply Slices implied driving with a suspended license and operating an that he had a weapon and demanded money. After 06-01-2017: A resident reported that her credit card uninsured vehicle. receiving money, the suspect then fled southbound on information was used to make multiple purchases Cicero Ave. without authorization over the Internet with Boost Criminal Damage to Property Mobile, Wal-Mart and QVC. 06-01-2017: A resident reported that unknown In 2016, Crestwood officers received training on the suspects broke the rear window on her vehicle in the lifesaving tool Narcan, which is an antidote to reverse 06-07-2017: A resident reported that unknown 5200 block of 137th Place. opioid overdoses in the field and provide lifesaving suspects had used his Social Security number to assistance. Each Crestwood officer carries a kit, which obtain fraudulent unemployment benefits. 06-08-2017: A subject reported that an unknown contains multiple doses of Narcan. suspect scratched the entire side of this vehicle with 06-10-2017: A resident reported several unauthorized an unknown object while it was parked in the Wal- Opioids such as heroin cause death by slowing, and purchases with her credit card information. Mart parking lot. eventually stopping, a person's breathing. When administered, Narcan restores breathing within two Thefts 06-16-2017: A resident reported that unknown to five minutes, preventing brain injury and death. 06-04-2017: A female reported an unknown suspect suspects scratched the initials AJP into the rear stole a silver and blue woman vertical mountain bike bumper of her vehicle in the 5700 block of Park Place. On June 22nd, officers were dispatched with the fire from the common area of an apartment building in department to the 5500 block of Crestwood Drive the 5700 block of 129th Street. 06-19-2017: A resident reported that unknown for a possible heroin overdose. The first arriving suspects damaged a windshield of his vehicle in the officer found two people attempting to render first 06-09-2017: A resident reported that unknown 4900 block of 134th Place. aid on a subject who was unresponsive. One of the suspects entered her vehicle and stole several credit subjects told the officer that the subject had used cards and a handgun. 06-24-2017: A resident reported that unknown heroin. The officer recognized the subject’s condition suspects broke out the rear window of her vehicle in to be consistent with an opioid overdose, as he was 06-13-2017: A victim reported that an unknown the 135th block of Short Drive. unresponsive and his breathing was shallow and suspect entered his vehicle and stole his driver’s labored. license and $10.00 in cash from the 137th block of Burglary and Armed Robbery Lawler. 06-02-2017: Two suspects wearing masks committed The officer deployed his issued Narcan and an armed robbery at the Verizon Wireless at 13348 S. administered the first dose and when there was Retail Thefts Cicero. no response, he administered the second dose. Six people were issued local ordinance citations for The subject then quickly became responsive and retail theft during the month of June. 06-09-2017: Unknown suspects broke the front door began breathing normally. The subject was then glass and committed a burglary at Tobacco Land at able to speak with the officer and answer questions No License/Suspended Driver Arrest 13443 Cicero. appropriately. The subject was then transported to 06-03-2017: A male was arrested in the 132nd block Palos Community Hospital by the fire department for of Cicero after being involved in an accident while 06-14-2017: Three subjects attempted to commit a further treatment. driving with a suspended license. robbery at the AT&T store at 4756 Cal Sag Road, but were denied entry by the security guard. The suspects This is the first actual use of Narcan being 06-04-2017: A male was arrested in the 141st then fled the scene. administered by a Crestwood Police Officer. block of Pulaski and charged with improper use of registration, driving with a suspended license and 06-26-2017: An unknown suspect broke the glass August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 5 Who Is Crestwood EMA? Crafters, Sponsors Sought for 20th Annual Community Fun Fair For the 20th straight year, the Crestwood Fire Department will host its Community Fun Fair to raise funds for the purchase of much-needed firefighting, training and communications equipment to benefit the Village.

The event will take place Saturday, Oct. 14th, 2017. Currently the Crestwood Fire Department is seeking sponsors and crafters who might be interested in supporting the event. Three levels of sponsorship are available:

• Gold Sponsorship ($500) – Includes two booths at the fair, and your company’s name on the sponsor poster displayed at the fair.

• Silver Sponsorship ($250) – Includes one booth, an appreciation plaque The Crestwood Emergency Management Agency needs YOU! and your company’s name on the sponsor poster displayed at the fair.

• Bronze Sponsorship ($100) – Includes one booth and your company The Crestwood Emergency Management Agency is trained to respond to name on the sponsor poster displayed at the fair. a wide range of emergencies and non-emergency events to either assist primary emergency responders or operate independently in times of natural Crafters willing to help support the event are also sought, as are donations and man-made disasters. This dedicated group of professional members from any local businesses and from the community at large that might serve as exists to provide a properly equipped, trained and ready unit to assist prizes for the event raffle. Monetary or other donations are gratefully received Crestwood residents and the public safety agencies that serve them. and appreciated. Booth space will be available for $50 per booth, which

includes a table and two chairs. During the spring and summer months, the unit will activate during severe weather watches and warnings to serve as weather spotters to provide noti- Sponsors, crafters and donors are asked to contact Christine Zangara at fication of tornado activity. Members of the unit are trained by the National [email protected] or at (708) 743-5224. Weather Service as storm spotters and deploy in marked vehicles to various areas of Crestwood to monitor storm activity. In addition, the unit provides On behalf of the Crestwood Fire Department, we at the Village would like to the Village with an extra set of eyes during the summer months, and each thank everyone involved for their support of the community. emergency services vehicle is able to talk via two-way radio directly to the police department to report suspicious activity.

When requested by the police department, the Emergency Management Agency is able to assist in traffic control, scene security, emergency scene lighting, first aid services, clearing of storm damage from roadways, and manpower assistance and numerous other tasks. The performance of these types of duties allows public safety agencies to more quickly free up their personnel for other responses.

The Crestwood Emergency Management Agency, through a variety of mutual aid agreements, including S.M.A.R.T. (Suburban Mutual Assistance Response Team) and the State of Illinois Emergency Management Agency, will also respond to other communities’ requests for emergency and non- emergency assistance.

Thinking about becoming a member? The Crestwood EMA offers: Emergency Services Training Severe Weather Monitoring Traffic Control Neighborhood Patrol Special Community Events Communications Emergency Scene Lighting Emergency Operations Center Support Emergency Preparedness Education

All members will be trained, issued uniforms and an identification badge, and will be utilized for preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation ef- forts.

Meetings take place at 13755 Lamon Ave. the last Thursday of the month at 7:00pm. Join us today and make a difference for our village! 6 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Recreation & Wellness Center is seeking… Youth swim lesson instructors/ lifeguards o Approximately 10 to 12 hours a week o Must work well with children and others o Comfortable in the water o Must be 16 years of age or older 5331 W. 135th o Lifeguards – need valid certification Water fitness/group exercise instructors and substitutes Crestwood, IL 60418 o Flexible schedule required o Valid certification required Please apply at the Crestwood Village Hall located at 13840 S. Cicero Ave. Crestwood, IL. 60418

CRWC 5331 W. 135th Street Crestwood, IL 60445 708-371-4810 JUNK IN THE TRUNK It’s a garage sale out of the trunk of your car! Saturday, September 9 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Sellers Needed—Public Welcome! FREE ADMISSION/ FREE PARKING TO THE PUBLIC FROM 9:00 AM TO 1:00 PM THE GARAGE SALE IS HELD IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE REC CENTER 5331 W. 135th Street, Crestwood, IL 60445

Sellers Fee: $18.00 Crestwood Resident / $23.00 Non-Resident (Guarantees a reserved 18 ft by 20 ft space (size of 2 parking spaces) to sell your treasures)

• Sellers are responsible for their own tables and electric. Sellers keep all profits. • Sellers under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. • No firearms, guns, tobacco, alcohol, unsuitable material or fireworks can be sold. Sellers will be asked to leave if items are deemed illegal or inappropriate by the CRWC staff & no refunds given. • The CRWC will advertise this event in the local paper and by flyers and signs around the community. • More than one 18 ft by 20 ft space can be purchased. Mark the # of spaces and enclose payment. • Please return form and payment by Saturday, September 2. You will be emailed a confirmation. • Event will be held rain or shine. Tents and canopies are allowed. Set up is between 7 to 8:30am. • Questions: 708-371-4800, ext. 2014 or email: [email protected] • Make checks payable to CRWC. Payment received after Sept. 2 will not guarantee a reserved spot.

Sellers First and Last name______Sellers Contact Phone #______Sellers Email Address______# of 18 x 20 Spaces:______Amount Enclosed:______Return the bottom of this sheet with payment by Sept. 2 to the CRWC, 5331 W. 135th Street, Crestwood, IL Any questions, please call 708-371-4800, ext 2014 or email: [email protected] August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 7 8 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 Slow Down — It’s Back-to-School Time While we at the Village are grateful to • Be extra conscious, when in school finally turn a corner and receive our zones or near playgrounds and new 60418 ZIP code, we did receive a parks, of the likely presence of notification from the U.S. Post Office children. that there will be some exceptions. • Never honk or rev your engine to Mayor Lou Presta and the Village intimidate a pedestrian, even if were disappointed to learn that the you do have the right of way. post office would not be including all • Never pass a vehicle that’s stopped addresses within city limits. This is for crossing pedestrians. particularly disappointing because • Always exercise extreme care to these homes and businesses depend avoid striking pedestrians in any on Crestwood for all of their public circumstance, regardless of who safety and municipal services. Also, has the right of way. these residents and businesses will not be eligible to have insurance costs Minding School Buses based on their zoning due to the fact When driving behind a school bus, that their addresses place them in always increase your following Robbins or Palos Heights. distance to allow more time to stop once its yellow lights begin flashing. It’s back-to-school time, and soon the It is illegal in all 50 states to pass a streets are going to be peppered with school bus that is stopped to load or yellow school buses making stops and unload children. picking up children, kids on bikes or on foot rushing to get to school on • Traffic must stop if the yellow time in the morning, or to race home or red lights on a school bus at night. And some of those excited are flashing and the stop arm is kids may not be paying the closest extended. attention. So it’s more important than • The area 10 feet around a school ever for all of us as motorists to slow bus is the most dangerous for down and pay attention to avoid any children. Ensure their safety by accidents. stopping far enough back to allow them space to safely enter and exit When Dropping Off … the bus. Congestion is a constant concern • Children are unpredictable and for parents looking to drop off their often ignore hazards or take risks: kids in a hurry and get on their way Be aware and prepared in case they to work. To maximize efficiency and are not. minimize the potential for accidents, most schools have very specific Sharing the Road with Bicyclists drop-off procedures in place. Be sure On most thoroughfares, bicyclists you’re adhering to the rules specific share the same rights and to your child’s school, and observe responsibilities as other vehicles, the following rules, which apply to all but they can be more difficult to see. school zones: Children on bicycles present special problems for motorists, because • Don’t double park. Doing so blocks they usually are not able to properly visibility for pedestrians and other determine traffic conditions. The most vehicles. frequent cause of bicycle/auto collision • Don’t load or unload your children is a driver turning left in front of a across the street from their school. bicyclist coming from the opposite • Carpool whenever possible to help direction. reduce congestion at the drop-off point. • When passing a cyclist, proceed in the same direction slowly, and Be Aware of Young Pedestrians leave 3 feet between your car and Research by the National Safety the cyclist. Council suggests that most children • If you’re turning right with a who lose their lives in bus-related cyclist approaching from behind incidents are pedestrians between on your right, allow the rider to the ages of 4-7. They may be hit by proceed through the intersection the bus, or by a motorist illegally first, and always use your turn passing a stopped bus. Observing a signals. few precautions can help to keep these • Watch for cyclists coming from especially vulnerable pedestrians safe: driveways or behind parked cars. • Always check your side mirrors • Don’t force pedestrians to walk before opening your door, looking around you when you’re stopped for oncoming cyclists. at a red light or waiting to make a turn — keep the crosswalk clear By exercising a little extra care and so they don’t have to walk around caution, drivers and pedestrians can and into traffic. co-exist safely in school zones. • Always observe and respect the school patrol officer or crossing :Source: National Safety Council guard holding up a stop sign. August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 9

Washington, Allison Terry, Emma Toomey, Karolina Budz, Jenna Huisenga, Feli- Komorowski, Damonte Watson, Alyssa Conrad, Jesyl Garcia, Kailey Hurwitz, Shepard Announces cia Lonosky, Ellen Mueller, Saul Tototzintle, Ednan Gusic, Naledge Killins, Reilly Miranda Skala-Ramirez, Lauren Wiggins, Charnae Williams. Slow Down — It’s Back-to-School Time Longawa, Lauren McHale, Emily Riley, Maryam Sandoka, Jack Carberry, Aaron Gowaski, Justin Soriano, Samah Rafati, Emma Sisk, Brenna Koepp, Timothy HONOR ROLL Honor Roll for Second Komperda, Nathan Sanchez, Luke Walshon, Courtney Cardinal, Alexis Carr, John Freshmen – Malak Abuzer, Leanjo Rico Cabusas, Alfredo Camargo, Reese Cody, Connor Kapala, Hailey Pezdek, Robert Marinec, Aleksandra Mierzejewska, Frohlich, Shavanna Johnson, Halie Kinder, Taylor May, Yazan Mizyed, Michelle Semester Joseph Monahan, Heidi Szymborski, Joseph Iaquinta, Alyssa Riley, Maura Cal- Najera, Maria-Alexis Nunez, Love Patel, Gavin Quinlan, Kylie Stokes, Hewote lahan, Austin Castillo, Nicole Connors, Jillian MacDonald, Patricia Medina-Mal- Zellelew, Adam Daboussi, Gwendolyn Jacobson, Emily Durleta, Assil Farha, Alan B. Shepard High School in Palos Heights pica, Martin Rodriguez-Falkner, Audrey Stocklen, Mary Stocklen, Ahniya Butler, Artur Granat, Matthew Hightower, Alexus Jones, Steven Koschnitzky, Skylar proudly announces that the students listed below Chad Longfield, Rula Jaber, Michael Kaczmarczyk, Megan Karas, Alex Kokoszka, Lisante, Wendy Magdaleno, Ashlee Maura, Marian Monteclaro, David Munoz, Leslie Tello, Courtney Conner, Nicole Fleck, Scott Huston, Eryk Nowak, Hailey Isabella Ramirez, Isabela Rodriguez, Dale Rowlett, Nahui Salgado, Issam Toler, qualified for honor roll for the second semester of Pizur, Miquela Rubio, Taylor Senf, Jacob Walters, Brian Maty, Heidie Senko, Damian Aguilar, Chelsea Butler, Connor Farrell, Hannah Gawel, Rini Heredia, the 2016-2017 school year. Wade Bittner, Michael Lukaszczyk, Alec Makenas, Melissa Pitrowski, Sydney Nataly Quinonez, Sebastian Rangel, Kelana Baker, Alyssa Bell, Megan Britton, Kleina, Yazan Dmour, Adam Zielke, Sara Abualsamen, Erin Lucin, Jordan Noftz, Anthony Corona, Terrence Crawford, Alexis DeLosSantos, Danya Hammad, Evan Emily Robinson, David Lepak, Gabriella Graffeo, Paulina Goryl, Ahriyan Harper, Jamrozy, Jazmine Johnson, Jonathan Lezon, Timothy Moynihan, Gary Munoz, Students with a grade point average between 3 Will Jarman, Hannah Jones, Alexandria Leon, Joseph Newhall, Donia Abu Arianna Richardson, Adam Saleh, Nathan Saunders, Josue Serna, Zaid Tadros, Husein, Hope Brewer, Elizabeth Dykstra, James Gravitt, Serene Itani, Amanda Javier Villalpando, Joseph Walsh, Dua Yousef, Fadi Abour, Jenna Alkhatib, Dylan and 3.49 qualified for Honor Roll; between 3.5 and Paulsen, Kyara Rogers. Channell, Marcin Czaja, Fabiola Jimenez, Victoria Lamaster, Krystina Lesley, 3.99 for High Honors; and, 4.0 or above earned for Daniel Lopez-Beltran, Conlan McAuley, Lily Minet, Jacob Moran, Jazmine Oz- HIGH HONORS inga, Daniel Perez, Ryan Ricker, Zachary Robinson, Manuel Rodriguez, Esiquiel Honors With Distinction.” It is possible to exceed a Freshmen – Jenna Bader, Russell Bittner, Emily Boman, Faith Bylak, Jailynn Ruiz, Bryan Sanchez, Yasmeen Sandoka, Jose Valladares, Camryn Wilson. GPA of 4.0 with weighted grades offered in honors Carter, Matthew Dombroski, Rebecca Goebel, Shia Gourdet, Maximus Hogan, Sophomores – Jack Aleman, Jillian Arnold, Destiny Carbajal, Lauryn Hodges, Kaylee Janakos, Mekhiya Minor, Alissa Robinson, Jenna Samad, Eric Spindler, Daniel Hoge, Christian Johnsten, Isabel Plasencia, Angela Sanchez, Jainika and Advanced Placement courses. Ivan Valek, Kleopatra Vasiliades, Diana Aburadi, Lynn Beaumont, Brandon But- Sharma, Eric Tannehill, Khari Lee, Orlando Acevedo, Cynya Al-Ruh, Emilie ler, Piotr Chrobak, Tatiana Davis, Yadira Eck, Gabrielle Escobedo, Katie Hogan, Bowman, Nicholas Brown, Joshua Cano, Aldo Duran, Emily Flanagan, Rachel HONORS WITH DISTINCTION Perla Lopez, Isabel Makhamreh, Ruben Martinez, Anthony Muller, Liam Rohan, Guzman, Abraham Hernandez, Kayla Jackson, Rudy Krastin, Ashley Loera, Kira Freshmen – Joseph Feldner, Maxwell Szykowny, Erica Banicki, Emily Cor- Lizette Salinas, Audrey Toomey, Joseph Waynauskas, Jimmy Abarca, Delaney Longawa, Thomas Mahler, Daniel Murray, Jacqueline Ojeda, Casey Roberts, Mi- rell, James Greene, Erol Ikiz, Riley Lyons, Ellison McGovern, Nancy Nguyen, Churin, Michelle Rodriguez, Dominic DeMauro, Kenneth Dixon, Christina Fer- chael Rourke, Grace Snelius, Samuel Vander Weele, David Vasquez, Aniya White, Christian Romero, Erin Scott, Laila Zatar, Chloe Banicki, Benjamin Bittner, Cole raro, Mateusz Gronski, Raziel Guevara, Jenny Hernandez, Theresa Hernandez, Datorria McNeal, Giovanni Diaz, Debora Macovei, Joshua Silzer, Ernesto Angulo, Esparza, Mark Frye, Joshua Kingzette, Rachel Lappano, Stephanie Lepak, Judi Damian Kiernia, Christopher May, Hunter McKinney, Luke Nolan, Evelyn Theresa Baudo, Justin Cabrera, Earl Edwards, Mayada Hadad, Jaylen Jackson, Levine, Samantha Leyden, Marissa Sokolowski, Nicole Walsh, James Boudreau, Ortega, Ryyan Sada, Nicole Shin, Kiley Simpson, William Singleton, Noah Treat, Michael Leach, Abbey Lorch, Ricky Lostroscio, Damekeo Maurry, Morgan McKin- Gabija Brazauskaite, Trinytee Carter, Jessica Crowe, Matthew Delgadillo, Reegan Talisa Velasquez, Daniel Lockwood. ney, Justin McNamara, Marcus O'Neal, Juan Ramos, Michael Ritchie, Moham- Fowler, Krystyna Lanowski, Grant Larkins, Kathryn McGovern, Sara McNicho- Sophomores – Mitchell Elzinga, Philip Boersma, Emily Callahan, Sade Cook, mad Shahin, Marissa Sifuentez Lewis, Emily Thompson, Jy Ana Washington, las, Ally Mikos, Annabelle Murry, Hamzah Nakhleh, Taha Naveed, Paul Peretz, Sherman Dixon, Thomas Dougherty, Emma Draus, Joel Esparza, Paige Gilbert, Natalie Avalos, Daniel Born, Devinee Bowen, Omari Coleman, Clayton Curts, Emma Sobiski, Michael Theriault, Richard Waynauskas, Joseph Wolniak, Micah Kevin Graham, Rebecca Harkala, Anderson Kitzmiller, David Klein, Dianna Christian Gillum, Lizette Guerrero, Rwa Harb, Colton Hunter, Paul Martinez, Evans, Ella Aleman, Emily Brzezniak, Emily Hanley, Mariam Itani, Emily Jordan, Lopez, Carolina Lozano, Miguel Munoz, Magdalene Myrda, Brandon Pizur, McK- Eric Muhammad, Melanie Murawski, Sharonda Nixon, Leonardo Romero, Yazan Janeth Landeros, Daniel Mitchell, Tyler Picl-Ludwig, Matthew Rivera, Katelyn enzie Reh, Justin Reilly, Skyler Safi, Adam Sapit, Kyle Skopec, Carolina Turwon, Shareef, Savannah Templeton, Jillian Walker, Zachary Walthers, Maggie Wyma, Terry, Ahriel Tyson, Monica Vigil, Sarah Alrashideh, Lindsey Bylut, Alan Castillo, Jakub Zolnik, Tyler Harvey, Katie Alex, Kaylin Carreno, Dayanna Culpepper, Brendan Zaker. Allison Coyle, Jimena Diaz, Litzey Garcia, Zaineh Ghanayem, Tyler Green, El- Francesco Di Dio, Sara Dziadkowiec, Jessica Eichwedel, Gabriel Flores, Alyssa Juniors – Andrew Alheim, Amaled Badi, Carissa Baxter, Bridget Burke, Diana liana Hall, Eloni Jackson, Mackenzie Jasudowicz, Danielle Lafin, Joshua Magana, Gonzales, Brandon Herrera, Hedayah Krakra, Lucas Lowry, Eric Maty, Jadzia Mc- Chraca, Deani Dunigan, Otto Hartl, Jocelyn Jamieson, Haneen Jubeh, Sarah Ki- Thomas Martin, Sydney Medlicott, Jamielah Miller, Alexandra Mulvihill, Kateri Neal, Ameer Mohammed, Cassidy Morris, Abigail Notter, Lucas Ochoa, Christian wan, Courtney Kohlman, Jason Krause, Michael Lesley, Adrian Olivares, Andrew Olivares, John Rubin, Madelyn Stepuszek, Collin Sterling, Kevin Szypulinski, Ramirez, Jalen Rodriguez, Gabriel Salas, Nicholas Strama, Alexis Urbauer, Mary Pahl, Kate Perez, Moriah Southall, Abdel-Rahim Yassin, Marcus Young, Emma Megan Young. Wiercigroch, Samantha Witkowski, Susan Zarebczan, Rachel Antone, Marissa McVady, Daniel Meiron, Jenica Teves, Izabela Budkowski, Jonathan Daniels, Sophomores – Timothy Kopec, Amal Al-Rashdan, Breanna Cordova, Kaitlyn Carmenaty, Jason Covone, Roxana Delgado, Makala Dickens, Jomar Garcia, Jarisha Eckford, Crystal Gutierrez, Cassidy McCarthy, Maxwell Merlo, Danielle Shelton, Sabreen Ballout, Zachary Chua, Elizabeth Jeeninga, Alayne Trinko, Marisela Gutierrez, Dalia Husein, Katie Justin, Bridget McDermott, Estefany Minet, Ramsey Nakhleh, John Nedza, Caitlin Novak, Cade O'Neill, Julian Ortiz, Tucker Carter, Kailyn Coleman, Reem Efein, Farah Elhoumaidi, Paige Fugger, Morales, Alexis Onate, Maria Ornelas, Natalia Perea, Kevin Pietrucha, Ashley Erin Pierce, Leslye Romero, Omar Samad, Francis Sarnowski, Jazmine Sinaloa, Nadia Hernandez, Veronica Janik, Alexander Komperda, Jenna LoPresti, Robert Rose, Ixchel Salgado, Mohamad Sandoka, Nikkya Smart, Citlalli Velez, Alyssa Kayla Strezo, Jacahri Tate, Jessica Villanueva, Anisah Yassin, Azmy Abderrazek, Quick, Casey Bruce, Millisent Caballero, Lucas Contreras, Grace Culver, Emily Zaldivar, Anthony Zambrano, Jacob Furneaux, James Landgraf, Christopher Noor Bali, Aubrianna Buergel, Jackson Busch, Brian Cain, Amanda Dvorchak, Edmiston, Lillian Fisher, Kujtesa Gashi, Aniya Jackson, Alan Krolikowski, Regan Mitchell, Meghan Rohe, Andrea Zavala Tinoco. Kaci Jasik, Tavian Johnson, Morgan Miller, Anthony Nilsson, Sabdiel Romo, Monahan, Zachary Oganovich, Mario Owens, Madelyn Powers, Kyle Reynolds, Juniors – Kiley Boerema, Mallory Byrd, Anastasia Gadomski, Tania Hernandez, Lauren Schuldt, Ashley Stefanelli, Timothy Tischer, Ayah Abualhuda, Valerie Bethany Senko, Paulina Slaby, Tatiana Almeida, Anthony Amant, Karina Avila, Amara Mason, Noelia Perez, Declan Quinlan, Matthew Randich, Laila Rebi, Banis, Ryan Banks, Diamond Boddie, Raquel Boglio, Ariel Burns, Maricela Dusean Dunbar, Emma Horstmann, Yousef Isa, Christian Kowalkowski, Yasmeen Geoffrey Robinson, Fiona Rohan, Molly Sera, Alexander Spindler, Paul Striepling, Castillo, Jessica Coyle, Justyn Dickey, Meagan Echevarria, Usama Elayyan, Kyle Mezied, Makayla Paz, Kylie Radz, Hannah Schnelle, Allison Witt, Ryan Wyrobek, Jacob Wolniak, Brooke Zielke, Adam Alleruzzo, Giselle Abarca, Jillian Marie Figueroa, Jordon Griffin, Brian Hauser, Rasheed Hood, Nikki Kahle, Ayah Khalil, Malak Zatar. Cabusas, Mohamed Efein, Rainah Folk, Gerald Linnert, Jenna Marrello, Joseph Cassie Krause, Ashley Kunz, Ashjin LaLonde, Trevor Lorek, Tyler Martin, Alex Juniors – Rachel Habbal, Delaney Lyons, David Castillo, Isabella Gorzelniowski, McIntyre, Diego Noce, Victoria Smith, Klaudia Styrnik, Charles Szykowny, Molenhouse, Matthew Pikowski, Caroline Staszak, Meghan Travis. Meghan Hill, Rebecca Ruger, Adam Zatar, Lauren Banicki, Alana Born, Tyler Isabella Taylor, DaJawn Avant, Erikas Bogusevicius, Eleazar Del Toro, Nicholas Seniors – Trenaye Collins, Dominique Davis, Syed Gilani, Arereon Hamelin, Divis, Jacob Kats, Kareema Keshta, Jonathan Runquist, Angeline Schmelzer, Dombroski, Jatrisha Eckford, Angela Flisk, Arthur Hernandez, Ashley Klein, Michael Iturbe, Madelyn Relyea, Jessalyn Toler, Sean Wiggins, Issa Al-Sahoury, Hanin Abuzer, Abigail Morgan, Andreina Romero, Nicholas Smeraldo, Amanda Aaron Lathan, Wendi Levine, Joseph O’Connell, Eric Ramirez, Stephanie Reich- Jackson Bergman, Dwayne Dawkins, Bailey Kisel, Jesus Paramo, Amane Ali, Hala Wandachowicz, Peter Schied, Faith Jeeninga, Jacob Kalabich, Tiffany Kozlarek, ard, Cassandra Schulist, Tatyanna Taylor, Dwayne Torres, Ariel Villarreal, Allison Hamdan, Olivia McNichols, Tavion Morris, Timmie Taylor, Valeria Arreguin, Vic- Joshua Lagrosa, Andrew Mutzbauer, Emily Paolini, David Cooper, Elizabeth Cor- Wilson, Thamer Yasin, Joseph Ilenikhena, Ashley Valladares. toria Arreguin, Nicholas Etchison, Joseph Guzman, Angelique Harmon, Jaquara rell, Matthew Dykstra, Lucas Gleich, Cristian Guerrero, Katherine Juarez, Reiner Seniors – Mark Farenga, Daniel Montes, Julia Randich, Rita Roberts, Nathaniel Marshall, Vladislav Zhogol, Victor Magana, Eric Konieczki, Taylor Cerle, Thomas Mahler, Elizabeth Martinez, Nicholas McLawhorn, Kathy Myrda, Brooke Pieroth, Fleck, Deanna Loughran, Kiara Ortega, Ines Ruiz, Stanley Turwon, Marley Corco- Cimoch, Saul Hernandez, Sara Pikowski, Deshelle Croft, Natalie Escobedo, Melissa Sanchez, Ryan Smith, Connor Sterling, Cole Urban, Noor Ballout, Eric ran, Jaelin Moon, Kamryn Perez, Mawon Brown, Jacob Esparza, Ronya Motan, Tiana Gordon, Hassaan Harris, Noura Husein, Andrew Maebane, Kayla Murphy, Bruesch, Paula Clohessy, Nicholas Condon, David Dziuba, Bradley Fox, Patrick Richard Prado, Valerie Stone, Leah Dziwak, Grace Elliott, Nathaniel Marszalek, Mackenzie Pfeiffer, Thomas Quinlan, Jaretzi Salinas, Naomi Taylor, Natalie Gannon, Hayley Goebel, Kate Lazowski, Jamal Mizyed, James Mundo, Priscilla Santos Rivera, Paulina Szczech, AnnaLynne Atut, Adrian Cabrera, Stephanie Dallio, Sophia Frohlich, Tamera Lee-Ballard, Madelyn Wilson, Alhan Bairat, Ramirez, Christopher Sneed, Jacob Yerkes, Ahmad Zatar. Fernandez, Clare Flynn, Ariel Green, Jakyia Hubbert, Denise Isaac, Hamzah Alishia Blackburn, James Chuquimarca, Demetrius Cooper, Jessica Coughlin, Dai Seniors – Matthew Gibson, Oluwatobi Sogebi, Brenna Braasch, Kevin Callahan, Alkhatib, Madison Molenhouse, Andrew Smith, Sergio Alvarez, Alyson Domjan, Treona Doty, Alan Figueroa, Kaylea Fortuna, Andrew Gordon, Susana Guerra, Daniel Becker, Victoria Churin, Paul Milkus, Stephanie Wasag, Alison Elzinga, Valeria Guzman, Nathan Hughes, Bryan Leyden, Jonathan Sanchez, April Sonsurae Jackson, Hannah Kent, Destiny Marquez, Jonathan Marshall, Justin Kelli Callahan, Marley Wiest, John Clohessy, Valeria Hernandez, Thomas Villeroz, Marilyn Gonzalez, Derrick Donnick, Emily Gomez, Niyae Bell, Mat- McClendon, Lauryn Murphy, Paris Myhand, Humna Qureshi, Devin Rembert, McInerney, Brian Nelson, Erika Brann, Kelly Pawlak, Veronica Jacobson, Caleb thew Bird, Mark Bomberry, Luke Chakinis, Nakia Davis, Nayelie Jaime, Lukasz Asja Rogers, Amber Steadman, Kayla Washington, Beverly Williams.

Make a Difference Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens (7402 W. Lake Katherine Dr., Palos in Your Own Way: Heights) Among its many missions related to connecting Volunteer! people with nature, Lake Katherine offers many Whether you’re a young person in need of opportunities for those looking to volunteer. community hours, or if you just want to give back Volunteers at Lake Katherine typically work at least to your community or the cause of your choice, one shift a month — though many choose to do volunteering your time and talents is one of the so more regularly — and most often on weekdays. best, most rewarding ways to do so. If you’re (Saturday shifts are available for some positions.) looking to put a bit more meaning in your life, take Assistance is needed with ecological restoration, a look at the area opportunities below for a start on education of the public — especially young people seeing where you might best make a difference. under 12, caring for the gardens and grounds, handling guest relations, and even research and Operation Blessing (4901 W. 128th Pl., Alsip) citizen science opportunities are available. See the Since opening in 1982, Operation Blessing Volunteer Opportunities page at lakekatherine.org has served the Southwest Suburbs of Chicago, for more information, or call Shamin Graff at (708) providing more than 1,400 families with food and 361-1873, or email volunteer.lakek@lakekatherine. other assistance. Volunteers are always welcome org. developing your own skills, and in turn enrich your and needed for a variety of tasks, from picking own life. Volunteers are needed onsite to exercise up donations, performing administrative clerical Animal Welfare League (10305 Southwest the animals and improve their social skills, offsite duties, unloading trucks, packing boxes, sorting Highway, Chicago Ridge) (must be 18 or older) at various locations including food, interviewing clients and more. This is a If you’re one of the many people who are moved Petsmart, Petco and Pet Supplies Plus. Volunteers great opportunity to help those in need within to work with animals, you might find that for special events are welcomed, as are adult Crestwood and in other surrounding communities. volunteering at the Animal Welfare League is for volunteer groups. See the volunteer section of the Call (708) 597-6326 or visit opblessing.org for you. In volunteering with the AWL, you better the AWL’s website at animalwelfareleague.com. more information. quality of life for the animals sheltered there while 10 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 Art Council Showcases 2018 Vehicle Sticker Contest Finalists The Crestwood Art Council’s 2018 Vehicle Sticker Contest brought in a bevy of entries, all hopefuls for the $500 grand prize courtesy of Mayor Lou Presta’s “Friends of Lou” organization. See which is your favorite, and look for the winners to be announced next month!

Elizabeth Kustra

Emrie Peterson Anna Stoch

Ethan Nelson Jackson Glaz

Crestwood PD Does Its Best at ‘Five-0 at the Dirty (Cont'd from page 1) The winner of the first Five-0 at the Dirty O was Jerry Lehmacher of the Lemont Police Department, with Adam Thibo of Midlothian Police Department taking 2nd. But everyone who participated, and who got to see the faces of the Special Olympics athletes cheering them on, knew that they were all winners in this wonderful event.

Not only do we celebrate the participants who drove on the track, but we also need to call out those participants behind the scenes who helped through sponsorships both monetary and in-kind. Public Safety Direct sponsored several cars from the local departments, and has been a major supporter of the Crestwood Police Department and Special Olympics. Through the generosity of Public Safety Direct, each of the cars the company sponsored were provided with emergency lighting and decals.

Key West Metal Industries also played a major role in getting the cars race-ready. To ensure the safety of those driving the vehicles, Key West provided the roll bars and extra door supports necessary to keeping the racers safe. Tony and Matt devoted an entire Saturday to the outfitting of the cars, welding each piece into place to ensure that all the drivers would walk away from the event.

Crestwood’s own John Redmond also got in on the action, devoting numerous hours of his time to get the cars “race ready,” removing the interiors, windows, headlights and taillights, as well as tuning up the cars and getting them ready to roll.

B&R Towing and Fair Towing made their services available to get the cars to the track on race day. August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 11

Madelynn Nelson Sarah Kreamalmeyer Madison Scapardine Nora Cunnea Viviana Rosa

Lilia Farmer Ryan Kreamalmeyer Meyah Sanchez Ana Lara Charlie Glaz Save the Date for Art Council’s Fine Arts Fair According to Trustee Theresa Flynn, the Crestwood Art Council met this month and set the date for its 2nd Annual Fine Arts Fair. The event will take place Sunday, Nov. 12th, at the Crestwood Rec- reation and Wellness Center (5331 W. 135th St., Crestwood), from 10:00am-5:00pm. More details regarding applicants, fees and likely scheduled entertainment will follow in upcoming issues of the Crestwood Adviser, but for now … save the date!

IS YOUR DOCTOR’S OFFICE CLOSED? INGALLS IS OPEN! INGALLS QUICK CARE: JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED. Don’t let a cough, fever or flu slow your family down. Stop by the Ingalls Care Center in Crestwood and we’ll see you today! We’re also here for your family’s minor injuries, offering sutures for cuts and treatment for sprains, bumps and bruises.

So much more than a drugstore clinic: • Care for all your family’s minor illnesses and injuries • Many insurance plans accepted • Primary care physicians available by appointment

Walk-ins welcome, or book online at Ingalls.org/QuickCare

Hours: Location: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 4742 Cal Sag Road in Crestwood Saturday and Sunday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. (at Cicero and Cal Sag Road) 12 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 Senior Wheels Mobile Driver Services Facility Transportation is offered to Bremen Township Residents 55 years and older. Senior Wheels will pick you up and take you Coming to Biela Center to the doctor, grocery store, bank, beauty shop or to visit a If you’re looking to renew your driver’s licence or state ID card but are not looking friend. We stay inside Bremen Township boundaries for non- forward to standing in line at the Department of Motor Vehicles, your lucky day is not far medical trips, and we travel outside the Township for medical off.Monday, Oct. 16th, 2017, from 10:00am-2:00pm, Secretary of State Jesse White’s appointments only. Our service is available Monday through Mobile Driver Services Facility will be at the Biela Center (4545 Midlothian Turnpike, Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The fee is $2.00 each way or you Crestwood) to expedite the following services: can purchase a 10-ride ticket from your driver for $16.00. We • Driver’s license/state ID renewal, replacement or corrections recommend you call for your ride at least one week before your • Vision screening (with driver’s license renewal) appointment. • Vehicle sticker sales (license plate stickers) SENIOR DROP IN CENTER • Motor voter registration The Drop in Center is open every Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 • Organ/tissue donor information and registration p.m. - Join us for cake, coffee, bingo, monthly luncheons and Those looking to renew a current Illinois driver’s license or state ID must present a valid friendship. driver’s license or existing ID card. To apply for a duplicate or corrected driver’s license or ID, you must present two forms of valid identification. For detailed information about SHOPPING BUS acceptable forms of identification, please call(217) 782-7044 or visit The shopping bus goes to Orland, Chicago Ridge and Joliet Mall. www.cyberdriveillinois.com. The bus is free, but you need to sign up in advance due to lim- ited space on each bus. Call for dates and pick-up points. Rules of the Road Here on...October 16th. "Rules of the Road" Other Services & Activities class will be held from 10am-11:30 am. Pre-Registration is Podiatrist, Blood Pressure & Glucose checks, Flu Shots, Yoga necessary. Call the Biela Center. and Line Dancing. Biela Center Fitness Group Looking CALL FOR INFORMATION ON DAY TRIPS, CLASSES AND SEMINARS. for New Members There may be no fountain of youth, but The Senior Fitness Group gets together For more information, please visit the Bremen Township, there are ways of keeping young in both up to three times a week, on Mondays, senior services 15350 Oak Park Avenue, Oak Forest, IL mind and body. The Biela Center’s Fitness Wednesdays and Fridays at 11:15am. Rates 708.687.8220. Group for Seniors is one way to hang on to for classes are $30 for 24 classes, $20 for that youthful feeling, through exercise and 16 classes, $10 for eight classes or $2 daily. camaraderie. Led by Diana Esparza, the The class is a good size at present, but group engages in an appropriate exercise the more the merrier, so if you’re a senior regimen to benefit the cardiovascular sys- who’s feeling down and in need of a healthy tem and to leave seniors feeling energized pick-me-up, call (708) 371-4860 x6001 to and capable. enroll and get moving today! Village & Biela Center Happenings Unless otherwise indicated, all listed events are at the Biela Center, 4545 Midlothian Turnpike. For more Information 708-371-4860 Ext. 6001 MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

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REMINDER ATTENTION Don’t be disappointed when trips are cancelled. If you have any special needs for Please sign up as soon as possible. We have seating on the bus please inform us deadlines for booking the trips. when making reservations. - The Biela Center August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 13

Look What’s Cooking!!! we have a waiting list or if you can find a replacement for presents fully staged scenes from "Phantom of the Opera" your reserved space. When you register for a trip, you Trip includes transportation, performance and a peak back- Lunch and bingo or a movie for over 50 have two weeks to decide before payment. stage. Lunch will be on your own at Woodfield Mall.

Please do not arrive more than 30 minutes before sched- Tuesday, August 1 Hot Dogs When: Wednesday, October 25th uled departure time for a trip. We do publish the sched- Friday, August 4 Dessert Where: Rolling Meadows Park District Theatre uled departure time for our trips. Your cooperation will be Tuesday, August 8 Sloppy Joe Time: Depart 10:00 a.m.- Return 4:00 pm appreciated. Many passengers are very sensitive to strong Friday, August 11 Dessert Cost: $58.00 perfumes and aftershaves. We ask that you think of others Tuesday, August 15 Pulled Pork Sandwich if you use them. Friday, August 18 Turkey Sandwich "Polka Fest" Tuesday, August 22 Chicken Salad Friday, August 25 Hamburgers Senior Fitness Offered at the Biela Center Join us for a "Nite Club at Noon" at White Eagle Restaurant Tuesday, August 29 Pizza and Salad in Niles. Music provided by the Ampolaires for your listening The Biela Center offers a great fitness class one, two, or Friday, August 1st Dessert and dancing please, Enjoy a Polish fest of mushroom soup, three times a week, and you can work at your own pace. chicken, polish sausage, cakes and kolachkis and more. Feel better and sleep better. Enjoy a delicious lunch ($4.00) at the Biela Center at Price includes transportation, entertainment and lunch. noon. Bingo and a movie start at 1 p.m.. Please help Diana Esparza, our instructor, will guide you through your us by making reservations. If you need to cancel special needs. Classes are held Monday, Wednesday, and When: Thursday, November 2nd because of weather, illness, appointments, etc., Friday at 11:15 a.m. Where: White Eagle Restaurant PLEASE CALL the day before or early the morning Time: Depart 10 a.m.- Return 4:30 pm of the luncheon. Reservations for Tuesday lunch must The cost is $30 for 24 classes, $20 for 16 classes, $10 for Cost: $68.00 be made by 4 p.m. Friday and reservations for Friday eight classes or a $2 daily fee. lunch must be made by 4 p.m. Wednesday. "Shopping Downtown" CASINO TRIPS Movies of the month to be shown at the Biela Center Spend the day finding those last minute gifts for Christmas. When making casino reservations, please have your You will be dropped off at the Christkindl Market at Daley Thank you to the Crestwood Library for donating these card number or address and date of birth. Remember, Plaza, then you are free to shop and have lunch on your movies for our seniors to watch. you must have a valid picture ID at the casino...Win- own. ning more than $1,199 requires showing your security August 1-4 "Arsenic & Old Lace" card! When: Monday, November 27th August 7 - 11 "No Movie" Time: Depart 9:30 a.m.- Return 4:00 pm August 14 - 18 “The Sting” "Blue Chip Casino" Cost: $28.00 (transportation) August 21 - 25 “The Producers" August 28 - Sept 1 “La La Land" Enjoy a day at the Blue Chip Casino in Michigan City, In- "A Wonderful Life" diana. The trip includes 4 hour of gambling, a buffet lunch Movies are shown Monday through Friday at 1 p.m. and $10 in E-Play after 1,000 points. George Bailey's Christmas Eve is transformed by an angel eager to earn his wing by showing the guiding influence one Never A Dull Moment at the Biela Center When: Monday, August 21st person has on so many others. Filled with the beauty of the Time: Departure: 8:45 am - Return 4:00 pm season. By now you know the Biela Center is located at 4545 Cost: $27 Midlothian Turnpike, but do you know what goes on When: Thursday, December 7th a daily basis? Senior citizens, you never have to be Call 371-4860, ext. 6001 for reservations Time: Depart 11:00 am bored again. Cost: $75 (transportation, lunch-choice of baked ham or Sure to fill up fast-sign up now. baked chicken), and show Take a look at the many activities that wait for you here: Where: Theater at the Centre, Munster, IN *Choose a senior fitness group that works best for you- "Royale Polynesian Review" one, two, or three times a week. "Upcoming Events" A new review with music and dance from all across the *Keep your driving privileges, and your freedom, by at- Pacific. The afternoon will end with the Legendary FIRE Oct. 31 - Halloween Party tending one of our frequent Rules of the Road classes DANCE. Nov. 14 - Thanksgiving Party held throughout the year. Dec. 12 - Christmas Party When: Wednesday, August 9th *Every week we offer free movies for your enjoyment in Feb. 22 - "Joseph and The Amazing Color Where: The Diplomat West in Elgin a relaxed atmosphere. Dreamcoat" Drury Lane Time: Depart 10:30 a.m. *Lunch and bingo are offered Tuesdays and Fridays all Cost: $68.00 includes transportation, lunch and show year at the Biela Center. (menu: salad, chicken with pineapple, sweet Attention Seniors!!! potato *Free blood pressure screening is offered every month. and peas, rolls, ice cream and coffee The Crestwood Seniors Club is looking for members. *Join us for some of our group trips to casinos, plays, They meet on the First and Third Wednesday of the theaters, and other interesting venues. Sure to fill-up fast call 371-4860 (ext. 6001) month at 12:30 p.m.

"Vintage Fashion Show" The club does an array of activities at their meetings. Chicago South Elks Lodge 1596 Coffee and sweet rolls are available to be enjoyed as Enjoy a time capsule of fashion and elegance of beauti- The Elks, in cooperation with the Biela Center, continue the members visit with each other; planned activities fully preserved "classics" scanning over 120 years!! See are enjoyed on holidays. For the holidays, the club to collect pop-tabs for Ronald McDonald House as well clothes from the Civil War to miniskirts. Learn about the becomes community involved. The members make as eyeglasses, greeting cards, used cell phones and actual people who wore them. A perfect combination of chargers for other charities. history and fashion. favors and bring in presents for nursing home resi- dents. For more information, contact the Elks at 708-597-7465 When: Thursday, Sept. 21st or the Biela Center at 708-371-4860, EXT 6001. Where: Jacob Henry Mansion Consider joining a fun group. Please stop in on club Time: Depart 10:00 a.m.; Return 4:00 p.m. day for further information. Sorry....No refunds can be made Cost: $70.00 (includes transportation, lunch and show) We’ve often experienced last-minute cancellations for Menu: apricot chicken, vegetables & dessert & Also, the Biela Seniors Club is looking for members. our various day trips. We have to make it clear that coffee or tea They meet at the Biela Center on the second and when reservations are confirmed, refunds will not be fourth Monday at 12:30 pm. Call the Biela Center for issued. "Opera In Focus" more information. Therefore, no refunds can be given for any trip unless William B. Fosser's Puppet Production "Opera In Focus"

"Justice is itself the Mayor's 22nd Annual Senior great standing policy Miniature Golf Outing of civil society; and any eminent depar- Where: Hollywood Park | When: Monday, September 11th ture from it, under Time: 9:30 AM - 1:00 PM any circumstances, Free Golf and lunch provided by the lies under the sus- Mayor and Hollywood Park. picion of being no policy at all." Please call or stop in to register at the Biela — Edmund Center Office. Burke

Free blood pressure screening will be offered at the Biela Center on Wednes- BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING AT THE day, August 16th, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Barbara, our Biela Center Blood Pressure BIELA CENTER OFFERED AUGUST 16th. Nurse will be available. 14 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 Thousands Answer Call, But Red Cross Blood Shortage Continues after being diagnosed with leukemia in July 2007. When he arrived for his second blood transfusion, Upcoming Cook County Blood Donation he was told the blood he needed was not available. Opportunities: He waited eight hours for blood to arrive and to Arlington Heights receive the transfusion he needed that day. Aug. 15th: 11:00am-4:00pm, Northwest

CHICAGO, Ill. — Thousands of people have “One thing that I committed to my wife was that Community Hospital, 800 W. Central Rd responded to the emergency call for blood and I was going to beat leukemia, no matter what, and Brookfield platelet donations issued by the American Red I was going to do that,” said Bourget. “But what I Cross in early July, but there continues to be a Aug. 2nd: 9:00am-4:00pm, Brookfield Zoo wasn’t going to be able to do was survive without Discovery Center, 3300 Golf Road critical summer blood shortage. Eligible donors of the blood that I needed.” all types are urgently needed. Chicago Bourget went into remission following a successful Aug. 1st: 9:00am-2:00pm, 300 North LaSalle, 300 After issuing the emergency call, the Red Cross treatment plan, which included 28 blood and has experienced a 30-percent increase in blood North LaSalle 34 platelet transfusions. He has been a faithful Aug. 3rd: 9:00am-2:00pm, One North Franklin, donation appointments through mid-July. About advocate for blood donations ever since. half of the appointments were scheduled by donors One North Franklin using the free Blood Donor App or at redcrossblood. “If it wasn’t for the generosity of volunteer blood Aug. 14th: 9:00am-3:00pm, Willis Tower, 233 S. org. Despite this improvement, blood products donors, I would not be here today,” he said. “My Wacker Drive, Franklin Side are still being distributed to hospitals as fast as daughter would not have a father, and my wife Aug. 21st: 12:30:00pm-5:30:00pm, donations are coming in, so more donations are would not have a husband. Thank you and please InterContinental Hotel Chicago Magnificent Mile, needed to meet patient needs and replenish the give blood. You may never know the life you have 505 N. Michigan blood supply. saved, but I guarantee they will never forget you.” Aug. 22nd: 9:00am-2:00pm, Marc Realty, 55 East Jackson, Office of the Building “The blood supply is like a cell phone battery, it What to Know About Giving Blood Aug. 22nd: 3:00pm-7:00pm, DePaul University constantly needs recharging,” said Nick Gehrig, To make an appointment or more information, Ray Meyer Fitness and Recreation Center, 2235 N. communications director, Red Cross Blood Services. simply download the American Red Cross Blood Sheffield “We sincerely appreciate those who have responded Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800- Aug. 23rd: 3:00pm-7:00pm, DePaul University to the call to help save lives and encourage those RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). A blood donor Ray Meyer Fitness and Recreation Center, 2235 N. who haven’t to consider rolling up a sleeve and give card or driver’s license or two other forms of Sheffield the gift of life. It only takes about an hour but can identification are required at check-in. Individuals Aug. 24th: 9:00am-2:00pm, 120 S. LaSalle, 120 mean a lifetime for patients.” who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with South LaSalle parental consent where allowed by state law), Nearly 61,000 fewer blood donations than needed weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally Matteson were given through the Red Cross in May and June, good health may be eligible to donate blood. High Aug. 7th: 9:00am-2:00pm, Manheim Chicago, prompting the emergency call for donations in early school students and other donors 18 years of age 20401 Cox Avenue July. The shortfall was the equivalent of the Red and younger also have to meet certain height and Maywood Cross not receiving any blood donations for more weight requirements. than four days. Aug. 1st: 9:00am-3:00pm, Loyola University Center Blood donors can now save time at their next for Fitness, 2160 S. First Ave, Loyola Center for How to Help donation by using RapidPass to complete their pre- Fitness To schedule an appointment to donate, use the donation reading and health history questionnaire Blood Donor App, visit redcrossblood.org or call Tinley Park online, on the day of their donation, prior to Aug. 4th: 1:00pm-6:00pm, Chicago Heat & Frost 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Donation arriving at the blood drive. To get started and learn appointments and completion of a RapidPass Insulators & Allied Workers Local 17, 18520 Spring more, visit redcrossblood.org/RapidPass and follow Creek online health history questionnaire are encouraged the instructions on the site. to help reduce the time it takes to donate.

As a special thank-you, those who come out to give blood or platelets with the Red Cross through Aug. 31st will be emailed a $5 Target eGiftCard™.

Who Blood and Platelet Donations Help Blood shortages could lead to delays in patient care, something Arthur Bourget learned firsthand

MYCHAL J. TOSCAS BROKER

Life-long Crestwood Resident

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E-Mail [email protected] August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 15 GET UP AND GET OUT!!! Build Bird Box Back by popular demand — it’s Princess Night, courtesy of Saturday, July 1st, 1:00-2:30pm Premier Princess Parties! Scheduled to appear will be Ariel, Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center Moana, Tinkerbell, Anna and Elsa! This night will include a 9800 Willow Springs Rd., Willow Springs pre-game costume parade, meet-and-greets, your favorite Nesting season is drawing near, but it’s never too early to princesses throwing out the ceremonial first pitch, a post- plan for next year. Learn about summer nesting birds and game fireworks show and much more. CN’s “Little Obie,” will build your own wren or chickadee nest box. Materials will be offer free train rides for kids. The Thunderbolts will wear provided. Registration required. Ages 10+. Limit 10. Cost: $5 special jerseys sponsored by Illinois Operation Lifesaver that per person. For more information, please will be auctioned off to support railroad safety in Illinois. The first 500 fans 21 and over will receive a pint glass from National Night Out Lakeshore Beverage. Tuesday, Aug. 1st, 6:00-9:00pm Costume Parade: Children dressed in their favorite Disney/ Walker Park Princess costumes may walk in a pre-game parade around the 139th St. & Laramie Ave. field starting at 6:30pm. Please have them lined up behind Everyone is invited to come out to Walker Park, where the home plate no later than 6:20pm. Crestwood Police Department and sponsor Target will host Meet and Greet: All princesses will be available. More details the 2017 National Night Out. Police and fire vehicles will be to come. Don’t wait till the clock strikes midnight to get your on display, a bounce house, and there will be FREE hot dogs, tickets! burgers, popcorn and Sno Cones by Sno-Biz. A DJ by 219 Productions will spin tunes throughout the evening. And Thunderbolts Vs. Lake Erie Crushers don’t forget to send in your raffle tickets — you can’t win if Thursday, Aug. 17th, 7:05pm you don’t play! Standard Bank Stadium 14011 S. Kenton Ave., Crestwood 5th Annual Teen Exploration Day The Windy City ThunderBolts and Pro Wrestling Blitz are Thursday, Aug. 3rd, 12:00-4:00pm proud to bring back Wrestling Thursdays, presented by White Powderhorn Lake Castle! After the game, Pro Wrestling Blitz will perform an 14386 S. Brainard Ave., Burnham all-ages, one-hour wrestling show behind home plate on the This teen-focused event offers young people the opportunity concourse. As an added bonus, Aug. 3 brings six-time WWE Jersey Mikes Subs Re-opening as of June to try various activities, such as canoeing, tree climbing and Hardcore Champion Al Snow to Standard Bank Stadium. In 13422 South Cicero Ave. 2017 more. Take part in restoration activities, guided hikes, learn addition to wrestling, it is also Bud Light Thirsty Thursday (708) 690-2252 about conservation and interact with other young people. For with $1.50 drafts all game long. Restaurtant / Sub Sand- Affordable Towing more information or to register groups of more than 10, email wiches and Recovery, Inc. [email protected] or call (708) 386-4042, Hummingbird Fest Opened June 7th, 2017 4545 West 137th Street ext. 19. Waivers can be downloaded in advance at: fpdcc.com/ Saturday, Aug. 19th, 9:00am-2:00pm event/5th-annual-teen-exploration-day Sagawau Environmental Learning Center (708) 259-6186 12545 W. 111th St., Lemont Innovative Process Towing Company Thunderbolts Vs. Joliet Slammers: Celebrate the beauty of the amazing hummingbird, whose Applications Opened May Wrestling Thursdays wings can flap 60 times per second. There will be activities, 14011 South Kostner viewing and demos of how the birds are banded for tracking Thursday, Aug. 3rd, 7:05pm Avenue Smart Start Inc. Standard Bank Stadium and research purposes. Cost: FREE. Roll Compaction and 4713 West 135th Street 14011 S. Kenton Ave., Crestwood The Windy City ThunderBolts and Pro Wrestling Blitz are Spectacular Solar Eclipse Miling Equipment (312) 846-6510 proud to bring back Wrestling Thursdays, presented by White Monday, Aug. 21st, 12:00-2:45pm Opened in April Installation, Service and Castle! After the game, Pro Wrestling Blitz will perform an Little Red Schoolhouse Nature Center Remove Ignition/Inter- all-ages, one-hour wrestling show behind home plate on the 9800 Willow Springs Rd., Willow Springs Chicago Auto Group lock Devices in cars for concourse. As an added bonus, a living legend or WWE/TNA Watch this rare natural phenomenon at the Little Red Mechanic Shop the BAIID Devices Schoolhouse! Telescopes will be ready for safe viewing star will make an appearance at each of the Thursday night 4351-55 West Midlo- Opening July 2017 games. Aug. 3 brings six-time WWE Hardcore Champion Al during the entire partial eclipse of the sun. The sun will be at thian Turnpike Snow to Standard Bank Stadium. In addition to wrestling, it maximum eclipse at 1:19pm with 87 percent coverage. Cost: is also Bud Light Thirsty Thursday with $1.50 drafts all game FREE. Mechanic Shop Junk Master Inc. dba long. Opened End of April 1-800-Got-Junk Thunderbolts Vs. Joliet Slammers: 13642 South Kenton CAMBr Meltdown Wrestling Thursdays First Response Tow- (815) 469-5581 Thursday, Aug. 24th, 7:05pm Sunday, Aug. 6th, 9:00am-5:00pm ing Junk Removal Service Pulaski Woods Standard Bank Stadium 14029 South Cicero Ave. Offices 9800 Wolf Rd., Willow Springs 14011 S. Kenton Ave., Crestwood The CAMBr Meltdown is Chicagoland’s premier mountain- The Windy City ThunderBolts and Pro Wrestling Blitz are (708) 372-2941 Opened July 2017 biking event, with racing for all ages and abilities. Free for proud to bring back Wrestling Thursdays, presented by White Towing Company spectators. Cost: FREE Castle! After the game, Pro Wrestling Blitz will perform an Opened May Potenzo Auto Repair all-ages, one-hour wrestling show behind home plate on 13821 South Kostner Thunderbolts Vs. Traverse City Beach the concourse. As an added bonus, the evening will feature Tellar South Inc. Ave. Stars of Tomorrow – Indy Wrestling Showcase from Lucha Bums 13628 South Cicero Ave. (708) 687-9000 Friday, Aug. 11th, 7:05pm Underground & Ring of Honor (guests to be determined). In (708) 228-7777 Automotive Repairs Standard Bank Stadium addition to wrestling, it is also Bud Light Thirsty Thursday 14011 S. Kenton Ave., Crestwood with $1.50 drafts all game long. 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Alzheimer’s Support Group to Meet Tuesdays at Elks Lodge The Alzheimer’s Association would like to extend an invitation to those who are caregivers for loved ones to attend a support group meeting, to take place the second Tuesday of every month at 2:00pm.

The group was fortunate to be able to secure space at the Chicago South Elks Lodge #1596, located at 4428 Midlothian Turnpike in Crestwood. There are so many in need of support, and everyone is welcome to openly discuss their loved ones’ issues. The sessions are available at no charge, and all who might need support should consider themselves welcome.

The Alzheimer’s Association’s coordinator, Angela Bowman, would like to thank Mr. Bill Meir, the Elks Lodge manager, for allowing anyone in need of group support to use this wonderful meeting facility, and urges everyone who feels the need for its service and comfort to attend. 16 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485

News From the Crestwood Library Crestwood PublicLibrary is pleased to sun. It is a scene of unimaginable beauty; the announce that a second Free Little Library moon completely blocks the sun, daytime has been placed at Walker Park for people to becomes a deep twilight, and the Sun’s corona enjoy. This Little Library was built by resident shimmers in the darkened sky. People in the and staff member Ken Safarik. Feel free to Chicago area will get about 70 percent of “take a book and leave a book,” as the Little total viewing. The Crestwood Public Library Library motto states. When finished with will host a viewing party on that day from your selection, please return it or trade it 12:00-2:00pm. The solar eclipse will begin with another book. This is the second Free in our time zone around 11:50am and end Little Library sponsored by the Crestwood about 2:45pm. Total eclipse will happen Public Library. There is another at Playfield about 1:15pm, lasting about 10 minutes. Park. Viewers will need special glasses to view the eclipse, which the library will supply. If you Solar Eclipse Viewing Site are unable to come to the library to view the On Aug. 21st, 2017, millions of people across eclipse, residents can stop in and pick up a the United States will see nature’s most pair of glasses from the front desk free of A second Free Little Library, constructed by Ken Safarik, has wondrous spectacle — a total eclipse of the been placed at Walker Park, encouraging residents to “take a charge. book and leave a book” as their reading needs dictate. August 2017 Number 485 Crestwood Adviser 17

Obituaries Crestwood History: Did You Know? DeVries, Norma J. (nee Vevers), 79 years, resident of Crestwood passed away on July 11, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Andrew J. “Andy” DeVries. Loving mother of Cathy (Steve) Fussell, Thomas (Theresa), Robert (Tracey) and Alan Dow. Cherished grandmother of David (Lori) and Eric (Stephanie) Fussell and Aidan Dow. Proud great-grandmother of Jaxon, Austyn, Connor and Mason. Dearest sister of Dorothy (Ivan) Lasso, the late Joseph, Edward (the late Marianne) Vevers and Rosemary (the late Howard) Porter. • The Village Board took bids for a team of dynamic men and women of Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held Friday, July 14th at the Becvar & Son Funeral construction of an addition to the vision with the intent of bringing new Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood, with a funeral Mass held Saturday, July 15th at Incarnation Catholic Church, 5757 W. 127th St., Palos Heights. Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park. (708) existing Village Hall in 1973 that would business to Crestwood. 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

include offices for Village officials, the Krause, Ruth L. (nee Schmitt), of Crestwood passed away on June 17th. Beloved wife of the late large assembly room, and more space • The year of the Bicentennial was big for Thomas. Devoted mother of Mary Lou. Loving grandmother of Anne Marie (Richard) & Phoebe Carver. Fond aunt of Mary Ann (William) & Jeffrey Aldrich. Special angel to Carol Super, Donna Marzullo, Linda for the police department. the nation and for the Village — storm Wallace and so many cherished friends and family. Memorial Mass was held on July 3rd, 2017, at 9:30am at Incarnation Catholic Church, 5757 W. 127th St., Palos Heights. Arrangements entrusted to Becvar & sewers were installed and Cicero Ave. Son Funeral Home, Crestwood. (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com • By 1973, Crestwood’s population was widened, traffic lights were installed on Lynch, Mary Ann “Marie” (nee Nowak), passed away at her Crestwood residence on Friday, July 7th, approximately 8,000 people and the Midlothian Turnpike, and the Village 2017, at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late James. Loving mother of Patricia Nienhaus, Sharon (Ron- ald) Danko, Joyce (Richard) Yurko, Robert (Nancy), and the late James J. Lynch Jr. Cherished grandmother assessed valuation of the Village was entered into an agreement to have “G Mama” of Aimee (David) McCue, Alison (fiancé Christopher Johnson), Caitlin, Jaclyn, Erin Yurko and Jenna Lynch. Fond great-grandmother of Nathan and Layla McCue. Fond step-grandmother and $20 million. Just three years later, the lights installed along Cicero Ave. step great-grandmother. Dear sister of the late Elsie (the late Jerry) Ciszewski, the late Florence (the late population increased to 8,500 and the Raymond) Moore, and the late LaVerne (the late Fred) Perner. Dearest aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation was held July 11th with Funeral July 12th from the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th assessed valuation to $31 million. Street, Crestwood, to Incarnation Catholic Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Proud member of the Crestwood Seniors and Incarnation Seniors. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Misericordia would be appreciated. (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com • In 1975, the Village developed the Vodicka, Josephine (nee Pytlik), formerly of Crestwood passed away on Monday, July 3rd, at the age of Crestwood Industrial/Commercial 94 surrounded by her family. Visitation was held on Thursday, July 6th, at the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood. Funeral Mass was held at Incarnation Catholic Church, 5757 W. 127th Development Commission, comprising Street, Palos Heights. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuner- alhome.com 18 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485

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Watching the Eclipse Safely On Monday, Aug. 21st, 2017, the moon will pass in between the sun and the Earth. Here in Crestwood, we’ll experience a partial eclipse lasting 2-3 hours that many may want to take the opportunity to view. But looking directly at the sun, even during a partial eclipse, is not considered safe.

So how does one safely observe this monumental phenomenon when it takes place? Not with ordinary sunglasses. Even very dark sunglasses are not safe for looking directly at the sun. According to NASA, only four manufacturers have certified their solar viewers or eclipse-viewing eyewear as having met the ISO 12312-2 international standard required for safe solar observation: Rainbow Symphony, American Paper Optics, Thousand Oaks Optical and TSE 17.

Whatever solar filter you choose, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

• Always inspect the lenses or filters before using them. If the surface is scratched or otherwise damaged, DO NOT USE, and promptly discard. Follow any directions provided with the solar filter, and remember that children’s use should always be supervised.

• Stand still and cover your eyes with your eclipse glasses or solar viewer before looking up at the bright sun. After glancing at the sun, turn away before uncovering your eyes. Do NOT remove them while still looking at the sun.

• Do not look at the sun through and unfiltered camera, telescope, binoculars, or other means. SPECIAL WARNING: Do not look at the sun through any of the above even with your eclipse glasses or sun filter. The A partial solar eclipse will take place Aug. 21st, but be sure to take precautions to view this natural wonder safely. (Credit: Wikimedia/Tom Ruen) concentration of the rays passing through the lenses will damage the filter and can cause serious injury to your eyes. Seek expert advice before using a solar filter of any kind with a camera, telescope, binoculars or other optical Outstretch and slightly open your fingers on both hands, and cross them device. together. With your back to the sun, look at the shadow your fingers make on the ground — the spaces between your fingers will show a grid of small Alternatively, you can view the partial eclipse via pinhole projection. images, showing the sun as a crescent during the partial phases of the eclipse. 20 Crestwood Adviser August 2017 Number 485 SPORTS Mayor and Village Board Recognize Crestwood CRUSH Baseball Association with a Proclamation

Congrats to the Crestwood CRUSH Baseball Association Pinto Division (6-to-8 Players: Ethan Aguinaga, TaShawn Bouie, Drake Bowden. Tyler Cirullo, year olds) on winning the 2017 Southwest Interleague Championship. Connor Deters, Ryder Dignan, Dominic Garcia, Daniel Golden, Robert Griggs, Jacque Lewis, Todd Perun, Damian Pizano and Jeremy Sipple. On Thursday, July 20th, Mayor Louis Presta and the Village Board recognized the Crestwood CRUSH for its outstanding season with a proclamation at the Great job to all the players, coaches and parents. Village of Crestwood Board Meeting at the Crestwood Civic Center. The 20th day of July, 2017, was proclaimed as Crestwood CRUSH Baseball Association Crestwood Baseball had two Pinto teams (ages 6-8 years), one Mustang Recognition Day in the Village of Crestwood. The mayor presented each coach team (ages 9-10 years) and one Pony team (ages 13-14 years) this year. The and player with a championship shirt and a copy of the proclamation. The Crestwood CRUSH plays its games at Playfield Park located at 12800 W. CRUSH players presented the mayor with an official CRUSH team jersey. The Playfield Drive. Crestwood CRUSH would like to thank Mayor Louis Presta and the Village Board for their support of the youth sports programs within the Village. For more information about Crestwood Baseball or Crestwood T-Ball, contact Joe, the Director of Baseball Operations, at 708-371-4800, ext. 2014. Coaches: James Durkin, Jon Garcia, Kurt Deters, Jeff Dignan and Steve Sipple.

Astro Dance Team poses outside Toyota Park on July 1 prior to performing at halftime of the Chicago Fire-Vancouver Whitecaps match. Astro Dance Team on the bus prior to their performance at Toyota Park on July 1at Toyota Park. Shepard Dance Team Performs at Chicago Fire Match The dance team from Shepard High School received an unusual opportunity when they were chosen to perform on Saturday, July 1st, at halftime of the Major League Soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the Vancouver Whitecaps. Members of Astro Dance Team calm their nerves prior to per- After their performance, head coach Nicole Sonne and Astro Dance Team enjoyed the 4-0 shutout forming at halftime of the Chicago Fire-Vancouver Whitecaps match at Toyota Park on July 10. by the Fire, a victory that launched the team into first place in the Eastern Conference.