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Lansing’s Human Relations Commission Formation continues after delay by Ashlee De Wit situation unfold like one did at the shift to the Human Relations Com- end of June,” said Village Adminis- mission going forward. Lansing, Ill. (December 22, 2017) - trator Dan Podgorski, referring to a “We needed to pay attention to Development of Lansing’s Human confrontation between a black teen- these community groups, [and] give Relations Commission has been ager and an off-duty Lansing police them the attention and the priority, slower than anticipated through the officer. The incident was captured to make sure they understood that fall, but efforts are expected to pick on video and shared virally on social we were dealing with the situation up in the new year. media. in the right way,” he said. “I think Initially, the hope was to have the That incident expedited Mayor we’ve achieved that, but I think Commission in place by the end of Patty Eidam’s campaign pledge to that’s also been one of the reasons 2017. However, a series of meetings create a Human Relations Commis- why the formation of the HRC is between Village administration, the sion for Lansing. delayed a little bit.” Lansing Police Department, and a “There’s been a ton of dialogue group of citizens and clergy called Shifting focus on this,” said Lansing’s Director of Pastor Leroy Childress helped lead the the Lansing Community Coalition So far, the administration’s Communications, Ken Reynolds. Community Meeting on August 16, took priority. meetings have been focused on the “Different groups have different 2017, and he has remained involved in “The meetings…have been more relationship between the police conversations about the Human Relations suggestions for what the Village Commission. (Photo: Matthew J. Splant) or less follow-up on what needs department and the community, needs to do from this point forward, to happen so that we don’t have a Podgorski said, but the focus will and the Village administration is re- with the Village has been the Lan- viewing what our plans were for the Human Relations Commission, and sing Community Coalition, which then comparing that to what some consists of local citizens and a outside groups are looking for.” number of clergy members—in- cluding Pastor Leroy Childress of Community involvement The main group in discussion See “HRC,” continued on page 10
LARC gives back to Lansing Residents work and shop local
by Katie Arvia workshop on the LARC campus, several other people work outside Lansing, Ill. (December 29, 2017) - the building. A janitorial crew of six Serving people with developmental works throughout downtown Lan- disabilities has been LARC’s mission sing cleaning up the streets as well since first opening its doors in 1956. as cleaning the Lynwood Roller Rink Originally a school, LARC now serves a few times per week. approximately 100 adult clients each “The excitement that happens year and provides them the opportu- In response to a June 24, 2017, with this paycheck that they get nity to work, live, and participate in incident between a black teen every two weeks is really some- and a white police officer, the broader community. Village of Lansing officials thing special,” said Ken Sadowski, organized a Community Local work Public Relations Director for LARC. Meeting at TF South on LARC collaborates with several “It gives them a sense of accom- August 16. At that meeting local businesses to provide work plishment. It gives them a sense of Mayor Eidam included and a paycheck for their clients. belonging.” diversity in a list of qualities The work varies from packaging that make Lansing special, to-go utensils for Glenwood Oaks Dining out and she recommitted to Other than working for local her campaign pledge to restaurant to assembling boxes for create a Human Relations BMW auto parts. While most clients businesses, LARC clients give back Commission. (Photo: Matthew J. Splant) work inside the 16,000-square-foot See “LARC,” continued on page 8
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Subway® ‘Fresh Forward’ opens Restaurant re-design includes digital menu boards, new products, a pre-order pick-up area, and other enhancements
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY SUBWAY® Subway’s new Fresh Forward design, McSwiggan already has a work- • Saturday—8am to 10pm RESTAURANTS which Subway is rolling out nation- ing relationship with other Lansing • Sunday—9am to 9pm wide. “The goal of the new look,” businesses and has personally de- Breakfast is available all day. LANSING, Ill. (December 21, 2017) – said Krista McSwiggan, “is to offer livered Subway® sandwich plat- Guests can pre-order meals using The Subway® Restaurant located in our Subway® guests an enhanced ters, box lunches, and giant subs the Subway® app, which can be the Landings Shopping Center has Subway® experience, delivering for meetings and special events. “I downloaded via Google Play and the relocated to 17050 Torrence Avenue, bold and playful decor and a flexible, enjoy working with different busi- Apple Store. taking on the “Fresh Forward” comfortable environment for dine-in nesses on large catering orders to For more information about design that the Subway® chain or on-the-go customers.” accommodate different budgets the new 17050 Torrence Avenue introduced in July. The new Fresh Other features of the new design and needs,” he said. “We’ve catered Subway® or the Grand Opening Forward Subway® opened to the include digital menu boards, wi-fi, a to car dealerships, schools, large de- that begins on January 19, contact public on Thursday, December 21. pre-order pick-up area, new in- partment stores—all different work Mike McSwiggan at 708-606-9811 Celebration scheduled gredients, and a new Coke Flavor environments for all differ- or [email protected]. The eatery will host a Grand Shot soda machine offering over 60 ent kinds of occasions.” Opening Event Weekend on January flavor choices. Hours and info 19, 20, and 21, 2018, beginning with a Local owner The Lansing Fresh For- 12-foot sandwich-cutting ceremony The newly updated Fresh For- ward Subway®’s hours of at 10:00am on Friday, January 19. ward Subway® is owned and operation are: Lansing Village Board members and operated by Michael McSwiggan, • Monday–Friday—7am to Chamber of Commerce members who grew up in Lansing and is 10pm are invited. Buy-One-Get-One-Free an alumnus of TF South from the deals will be available during the class of 2000. McSwiggan has been Right: Owner Mike McSwiggan entire weekend for all customers. No a Subway® franchisee for over 10 (center), Manager Judy Palcek coupons are necessary. years and owns two additional (right), and Assistant Manager Subway® Restaurants—one in Stacy Miller are planning a Grand New design Opening to show off the new The Grand Opening will allow the Lansing Walmart and one in store’s Fresh Forward design. Lansing residents to experience Orland Hills, Illinois. Below: Martha Little is a regular customer, and she appreciates that the “same friendly people” are at the new location. Thank you! (Photos: Melanie Jongsma) We appreciate your support of community journalism. (We know you didn’t do it for the accolades, but we wouldn’t feel right if we didn’t express our thanks.)
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Left: The New 2 You thrift store at 18230 Torrence Avenue helps provide education assistance at local schools. (Photo: Patricia Muhammad) Right: The Goodwill Store at 3769 Ridge Road focuses on education, training, and job placement, particularly for 16–24-year-olds. (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) by Patricia Muhammad School Diploma, the same thing tuition. Work is strictly volunteer. furniture, seasonal items, toys, at Crown Point, Lake Central, and Those who volunteer are mostly books, housewares, jewelry and LANSING, Ill. (December 23, 2017) - Gary.” The Excel Center’s grand grandparents, aunts, uncles, and crafts, shoes and purses, and an- People from all races and economic opening is February 2018. graduates whose children attend tiques. Boss commented, “We try to backgrounds shop at thrift stores, Fisher relayed that there are 162 Lansing Christian School or Calvin keep the store nice and clean, and it but many don’t realize the chari- Goodwill regions in the US, and Christian School. is well organized.” Volunteers keep table work that thrift stores in the they are all part of the Greater the store tidy. They sort clothing, Lansing area are doing. Investing in Lansing Goodwill family. Goodwill covers 16 The store was once located in place clothing items on racks, and Goodwill—getting people counties in Northwest Indiana, and Calumet City and known as Harvest receive items in the back of the back to work the Lansing Goodwill—right on the Thrift Center. But when the anchor store. Guy Fisher, Vice President for Mis- Indiana border—is one of the many store in that shopping plaza left, In turn, New 2 You gives back sion Advancement for the Northwest Goodwill stores in the region. sales at the thrift store began to to all its volunteers. She said, “For Indiana region in South Bend, Indi- Goodwill takes 88 cents of every decline. The Board began searching one week during mid-December, ana, set the record straight about dollar of Goodwill purchases and for a new location. there is a Volunteer Appreciation Goodwill being “just another thrift donates the funds back toward The former Dekker Electric build- Luncheon.” store.” Fisher explained that Good- internal initiatives centered on ing near the corner of Ridge Road Thrifty shopping will provides much-needed educa- education, training, and job place- and Torrence Avenue in Lansing New 2 You is located at 18230 Tor- tional and job services to the public. ment. “The dollar amount put back was available. Because the building rence Avenue. Store hours are Tues- He said, “Our first and foremost goal toward mission tells you whether had been vacant for a number of day-Friday 9:00am–3:00pm, and is to help people get back to work. or not [nonprofits] are true at doing years and had been vandalized, the Saturday 10:00am–3:00pm. Sunday Outside of being a thrift store, our what they say they do,” Fisher said. Board committed to investing the and Monday the store is closed. focus is on education, training, and Goodwill started over 115 years ago time and resources needed to make You can find Goodwill in Lan- job placement.” by the Rev. Edgar J. Helms of Boston. the store an inviting place to shop. sing at 3769 Ridge Road. The store In Lake County, Goodwill provides Helms was a Methodist minister The store, renamed New 2 You, hours are Monday–Friday 9:00am– youth training, so 16–24-year-olds who helped the poor with clothing opened its doors for business on 7:00pm; Saturday 8:00am–7:00pm; receive job placement with local items and used home goods. December 4, 2015. Sunday 12:00–5:00pm. businesses while they get paid for New 2 You—providing Shoppers find clothing items, the work they do. education assistance Fisher furthered commented: New 2 You is another thrift store “There is a misconception out there that believes in giving back. Since somehow that Goodwill is a nation- Yes, we’re still open! the store’s beginning, it has made And you don’t necessArily hAve to be A member! al corporation that has an owner significant contributions to Lan- somewhere who is pulling all the sing Christian School in Lansing, the public is welcome to these club events: strings, telling us what to do, and and Calvin Christian School in making all sorts of money. That is Winter restaurant hours January–march: thursday, Friday, South Holland. “All proceeds go saturday: 11:00am–8:30pm; sunday: 11:00am–2:30pm so far from the truth!” back to Calvin and Lansing Chris- 1 Shoppers can easily buy “an al- tian School. We pay our bills, and Friday Fish Fry available all day: shrimp $11.95–$13.95 or lake ready worn coat, a pair of boots or the schools receive the remaining 2 Perch $15.95-$17.95 wool sweater,” but in addition, thrift donations. New 2 You donated over stores are silent unsung heroes pro- Bean Bag Leagues every thursday night. sign up in our sports three million dollars over the past bar by January 17. viding special services to the public, 17 years,” said Trisha Boss, Director 3 and the magnitude of their public of New 2 You. Valentine’s Day celebration in February—grab your sweetheart service is far-reaching. Parents who work at the store re- 4 or a bunch of fun friends and join us! High school help ceive credit towards their children’s Fisher stated Lansing Country CLub that in the fall of 18600 Wentworth, lansing 60438 this year, Good- Considering a Move? www.lanscc.com • [email protected] will opened the Call Cathy & Jim Higgins For reservations or information, call tom or dan Wrenn: 708-474-9102. 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Sears 6000 BTU Casement air Hayward one horse power Whirlpool gas dryer (basic cond. $200, used 3 times. sand filter $250; easy entry model) like new super clean, The Lansing Journal has no involvementGOD WITH with US scheduling events at Fox Pointe. 708-288-3641 saris with hand rails, $175; white color, new $585 sacrf. We were only interested inwww.myshopper.biz/columnists/ gathering ideas from the Lansing community. We deck ladder, $75. Call Joe. $250. Please leave message. Mulcher lawn mower Briggs 216-365-9838 Thanks, 708-895-4671 appreciate the creative thinking that people put into their answers! Straton 6hp engine runs, starts, looks great, $85. Also XM tuner with car kit house 7 piece Cherry oak wood “Walk On the Water 225x75x15 Goodyear tire, like kit and boom box, lots of bedroom set. $250. 312-477- new. 708-753-0021 extra stuff. Call for complete 9871 list, $200. 219-865-0729 Tricycles, 2 foldup type and Lingerie chest 7-drawer, $50. Fox Pointe possibilitieswith Me!” Part 3 reqular $15 each. Exc. cond.; AB Lounger $10; weight set, Calumet City. 708-862-0970 bi-fold doors, new 6 panel $50; double jogging stroller, Thoughtful ideas submitteANNA M.d viCAISONa ema il and Facebook 24” white 3 sets $40; concrete $125 firm; infant walker , $10; Bedroom furniture triple Peter, the focus of inspiration for this when I was diagnosed with breast cancer. dresser 70” long, matching float no handle, $35. 708-895- little Tikes rid-on $35. 219- writing, experienced many walks of faith When the prescribed treatment failed, The Fox Pointe pavilion, December 2017 (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) 6026 750-9195 mirror chest (Armoire) 38” Patricia Yos and he deserves to be a headliner on wide pecan immaculate clean following his initial walk with Jesus on the increasingthe new stage. the risk of survival, my only Tarp heavy duty green canvas Schwinn double bike rack, traditional wood from. Bay • stormyChristkindlmarket Sea of Galilee. One particular walk alternative was surgery. What if they make 26’x34’ new cond. $100 obo. $20; pet carrier 17x24 $10; Furniture $250. 708-862-0970 • ofBattle faith began of the after Bands prayer (remember that included an a mistake? What if I die on the operation lot, and a temporary ice skating rink while also having concerts featur- leave message. 708-837-9814 Tan umbrella bas, $5; folding unusualthose in vision the tennis and a commandcourts at Lan- to enter table?Taras How Ma comendz Godij won’t just make the perhaps set up in Winterhoff Park. ing local talent. Have one weekend table 2 x 4 $10. 708-895-6160 Like new Whirlpool window the house of a Gentile soldier and explain cancer disappear? Why does He choose to Chest freezer 5.4 c ft. white, air conditioner, 26” wide, 22” theOak gospel Pool?) to him and his household (Acts healConcerts. me through Family the scalpel movies. of a surgeon? Those are my thoughts. 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Next week part 4 multiple wooden kitcehn 1569 putter woods, bag shoes, rain • walkMovie with nightsHim into in thethe house summer of Cornelius. LoveThis summer this idea I’ll ofbe askingleading aeveryone! Women’s Me again! I am thinking about Fox Pointe farmers market chairs, $5 @ set of six, $25. gear; weber grill 22 inches • OnPet that Parades day Peter learned no race of people Bible Study “Water Walking with Jesus” the car shows this time. How about 708-672-4999 84” dual reclining sofa, round, $50. 708-849-6273 were excluded from Salvation in Christ as inJohn my home Ge honr ingTuesday evenings from some period music that reflects the Joseph Bugajski green, exc. cond. $150; small • heArt witness classes the baptism(open air) of the Holy Spirit on 7:00pm – 8:30pm beginning June 26 – July Remodeling bath: Beautiful walnut curio cabinet, exc. Hosta plants, $100; plant flox Concerts days of the cars that are showcased in Something like a pierogi fest, some etched glass shower doors, cond. $75. 219-865-1520 50 each plant. 708-474-2541 Cornelius’ household. 31. If you’d like to attend send me an standard width used on year Tim Throughout Groenew ouro lifeld we will be called email (or letter) for the address. We will be the car shows? Barber shop quartets, polka bands and food vendors. form Loves, orginally $170. Tappan stove, 5 burner Rhino 24” mountain bike $45; toI takeimagine numerous sitting walks on onthe the nicely water with exploringMichael Jesus’ An calldrew to Peter toKr “Come,”usza and 50s rock and roll, 60s motown, and How about a British invasion with For sale, $60. 219-669-3151 bisquit & black, good cond. Magna 26” mountain bike, Jesus. 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BY MELANIE JONGSMA LANSING, Ill. (December 27, 2017) - Lt. Scott Bailey of the Lansing Police Department says there is still room available in the Citizen’s Police Academy that begins January 17, 2018. Scheduled topics include Social Media and Law Enforcement, Police Ethics, Crime Scene Processing, Criminal Law and Procedure, Use of Force, Drug Use, and Canine Demonstrations. Lt. Bailey will do some of the teaching, but he will also bring in guest ex- perts on many of the topics. The Fox Pointe stage, December 2017 (Photo: Matthew J. Splant) Class requirements The academy is open only to Lansing residents, though enrollment may be events. Would be nice to see some Candace Hartge Mulder extended outside of Lansing if room in the class is available. old school soul and r&b, classic rock. Barth The classes are free, and a background check is done on all enrollees. A Some jazz, blues, even gospel. How about a Lansing Fest like we simple application form gathers basic information—name, address, phone, had years ago. That was fun. employer, and one reference, along with an explanation of why you want to Jill Denise Koontz attend the Citizen’s Police Academy. Christmas concert with local Adriana E Carbajal Contact info singers. Children’s theater productions and The upcoming Lansing Citizen’s Police Academy will run on Wednesdays, plays. January 17–March 14, from 7:00–9:30pm. Jennifer Yos Classes are held at the Lansing Police Department, 2710 170th Street in • Lansing Cares Fest with various Elaine Howes Lansing. Contact Lt. Scott Bailey for more information or to enroll: 708-895- charitable organizations provid- Craft fairs 7130 or [email protected]. ing information, games, auctions, raffles, contests, food, and enter- Jill Laboy tainment to raise awareness and Different musicians every year donations for their causes. • Photography and/or fine arts Jennifer Arreola competition An ice skating rink • If there’s enough airspace, model aircraft/drone demonstrations The Lansing Journal first reported Lionel Valencia on Fox Pointe in October 2017—in Mariachi print as well as online. To refresh yourself on the details of what Howard Schug the Fox Pointe venue will bring to Southern gospel, I know the Lansing, visit TheLansingJournal. groups com and enter “Fox Pointe” in the search field. Joann Kijewski To make sure you receive email Talent show. Concerts using local notifications about the Lansing artists. Comedy nights. Bands. news we post each day, click the Choirs. Happy everyone is getting a Subscribe tab and follow the chance for some input. instructions.
Above: Lt. Scott Bailey (left) and Sgt. Gabe Barajas will AIRLINE lead the Citizen’s Police Academy CAREERS that begins January Get FAA approved maintenance training at campuses 17. Right: Classes coast to coast. Job placement assistance. will be held at Financial Aid for qualifying students. Military friendly. the Lansing Police Department, Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 2710 170th Street. 800-481-7894 (Photos: Melanie Jongsma)
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LARC, continued from page 1 to the community by choosing dishes or do something to get them a Lansing restaurant to dine at out in the community,” he ex- every payday for their aptly named plained. “We want to be able to take “payday dinners.” In the past, they them out and show them that they have visited Baker’s Square, Manci- can have the same kind of experi- no’s, and Bohemian Joe’s. ences out there.” Local entertainment Greater involvement In addition to the payday dinners, Moving forward into 2018, Gonza- LARC clients also participate in a lez says he hopes that clients will be monthly dance put on by Thorn- afforded the opportunity to attend ton Township, weekly trips to the events such as concerts, dances, Lansing Public Library, and bowling and church, just to name a few. Any nights on Monday. residents or businesses that are “They do things that you and I interested in working with LARC might do,” said Ernie Gonzalez, are encouraged to call and offer up LARC’s Executive Director. “Our their suggestions. goal for the coming year is to get “Think about ways to reach out, them out in the community more think about ways to embrace this and become active members of the organization, think about ways to community.” get involved,” said Sadowski. “Make Above: LARC Executive Director Ernie In the community contributions that the clients Gonzalez shows one Additionally, LARC also offers of LARC are making back to the of the jobs his clients home-based care and has 11 group community.” do—packaging a specified number of homes, referred to as CILAs (com- In the future, LARC hopes to have open houses, internships, and more nasal spray units into munity integrated living arrange- cartons that will be ments), throughout Lansing that events that allow Lansing residents shipped to distributors. house 4–5 clients each. LARC is to learn more about LARC as well LARC also packages currently hiring Residential Living as get involved. Awareness is key to utensils for Glenwood Assistants to work in the group successful partnerships. Oaks restaurant and assembles specialty homes and ensure clients’ safety Contributions and shipping boxes for BMW while assisting with daily activities. collaboration auto parts. Although several clients already “I want people to realize that our Right: LARC patronizes work outside of LARC’s main clients do contribute to this commu- Lansing businesses facility, one of their goals for 2018 nity,” Gonzalez said. “LARC is chang- as much as possible. is to get more of their clients jobs ing. LARC wants to be a partner and Waldo Cooney’s pizza throughout Lansing. Gonzalez says collaborate with the folks in Lansing. was a highlight of their Christmas party. all they need is a chance. We want to give our clients experi- “We want other organizations to ences that they haven’t had before.” (Photos: Melanie let somebody be a bus boy or wash Jongsma)
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sometime in January. The meeting and potentially one or two elected or resolution that will establish the HRC, continued from page 1 will include members of the admin- officials. The workshop is to estab- commission—the number of mem- Grace Church in Lansing. istration, members of the coalition, lish the structure and goals of the bers, what their terms would be, how they are selected, and what their role “Yes, there has been dialogue, and commission—as well as would be,” Podgorski said. we are moving forward to what the application process, Applications from potential com- I would hope to be good results,” Village which will be publi- mission members will be reviewed Childress said. “I think we’re Administrator cized for the Lansing Dan Podgorski by the administration, and then the moving forward to a similar goal.” community. is hopeful that mayor will bring her commission ap- “People want to know that there’s the formation Board involvement pointees to the Village Board meet- progress—that something concrete of the Human Creating the commis- ing, to be voted on by the trustees. is going to evolve from the meet- Relations sion and choosing its “That’s how all our other commis- ings,” Podgorski said. “One of the Commission will help the Village members will ultimately sions work,” Podgorski said. end results is in fact the formation avoid another be up to the Village Board. All this is expected to take place in of the commission.” incident like the “We would put together the next few months. “I think it’s rea- Next steps one that went a structure and objec- sonable to say that sometime during viral last June. The next step in putting the com- (Photo from tive for the commission, first quarter of 2018, we will have the mission together will be a work- Village website) and have it adopted in commission in place—or we’ll be close shop-type meeting, scheduled for the form of ordinance to having it in place,” Podgorski said.
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Mrs. Alexander was born February 22, If it belongs to you, and you’d like it back, email 1922 and passed away December 25, 2017. JOHNSON [email protected]. We’ll find a way to get it to you! Wife of the late Donald Alexander. Mother A funeral mass for Anna W. Johnson of Donna (late Kenneth) Carroll, and James (nee Hoebe) was held Saturday, December (Deana) Alexander. Grandmother of 7 and 30, 2017 at St. Jude the Apostle Catholic one late grandson; great-grandmother of Church in South Holland, IL with Rev. John 13. Sister of Julia (late Claude) Harmening, Powers officiating. late Julius Siebielic, and the late Ann (late Mrs. Johson was born April 30, 1922 and Bruno) Toczek. passed away December 25, 2017. Wife of the late Allen Johnson. Mother of Darlene Interment will be at Calumet Park Johnson, Geri (Chuck) Frank, John (Gary Cemetery, Merrillville, IN. Arrangements Sheridan) Johnson, Kenneth (Keri) are entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, Johnson and the late Turine Johnson. Dyer, IN. Grandmother of 7 and great-grandmother of 7. Sister of Gen (late Eddie) Ziert. BEDNARCZYK Interment was at Oakland Memory A funeral service for Frank J. Bednarczyk Lanes, Dolton, IL. Arrangements were was held Saturday, December 30, 2017 at entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN. Funeral Home, South Holland, IL. Mr. Bednarczyk was born April 17, 1950 and passed away December 25, 2017. Father of Matthew (Judy) Bednarczyk, Mottl A Funeral Mass for James Joseph Mottl Kimberly (Jeremy) Overholt, Kathleen, Jr. was offered on December 29, 2017 Mitchell, Martin, and Michael Bednarczyk. from St. Michael Church with Rev. Burak Grandfather of 5; great-grandfather of one. officiating. Brother of Richard. Mr. Mottl Jr. was born January 7, 1953 Arrangements were entrusted to Smits and died December 24, 2017. He was the Funeral Home, Dyer, IN. son of James Sr. and Rose Mottl; brother of Thomas (Mary) Mottl. DAVIDOVICH Interment was at Holy Sepulchre A prayer service for Bruno B. Davidovich Cemetery. Arrangements were entrusted was held Friday, December 29, 2017 at to Thornridge Funeral Home (Janusz Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN, with Mr. Family Funeral Service). Timothy Smits officiating. Mr. Davidovich was born April 16, 1947 and passed away December 24, 2017. OPPENHUIS A funeral service for William R. Husband of Jean Davidovich. Father Oppenhuis was held Tuesday, December of Laura (John Freeman) Davidovich, 26, 2017 at Bethel Christian Reformed Michael (Maria) Davidovich, and Jaime Church in Lansing, IL, with Rev. Cal (Clifton) Van Winkle. Grandfather of 6. Aardsma officiating. Brother of Mara, Dorothy, Rose, Milan, Mr. Oppenhuis was born December and the late Steven. 7, 1938 and passed away December 26, Arrangements were entrusted to Smits 2017. Husband of Sandra Oppenhuis Funeral Home, Dyer, IN. (nee Swart). Father of Michael (Linda) Oppenhuis, Michelle (Steven) VanBeck, DE GRAFF Ross (Lori) Oppenhuis, and Robert A private family service for Norma De (Kimberly) Oppenhuis. Grandfather of Graff (nee Samsel) will be held at a later 13. Brother of Donna (Ray) Fuller, Cheryl date. (Larry) Morrone, and the late Arlene Mrs. DeGraff was born June 30, 1928 Meadows. and passed away December 30, 2017. Interment was at Abraham Lincoln Wife of the late Melvin “Muff” DeGraff. National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Mother of Randy (Susan) DeGraff, Gary Arrangements were entrusted to Smits (Kim) DeGraff, and Gail (Patrick) Deane. Funeral Home, Dyer, IN. FAST FURNACE REPLACEMENT Grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 8 Update your great-grandchildren. Sister of the late RENNWANZ CALL BEFORE 10 AM system and Jeanne (late Earl) Baylor, the late Robert A funeral service for Lucille E. Rennwanz AND YOU WILL HAVE qualify for Nicor (Bev) Samsel, and Janet Conner. (nee Lorenz) will be held Thursday, January and ComEd HEAT THAT AFTERNOON! rebates Interment will be at Oak Ridge Cemetery, 4, 2018 at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lansing, IL. Arrangements are entrusted South Holland, IL with Rev. Wanda Parker to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, officiating. South Holland, IL. Mrs. Rennwanz was born February 4, 1927 and passed away Friday, December GOUWENS 22, 2017. Wife of the late George H. A funeral service for Roger L. Gouwens Rennwanz. Mother of Judie Rennwanz, was held Friday, December 29, 2017 at Carol Rennwanz, George (Marlene) Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home Rennwanz, Alan Rennwanz, and Christine in South Holland, IL with Rev. Kenneth Cunningham. Grandmother of 11 and Krestan officiating. great-grandmother of 10. Sister of Charles Mr. Gouwens was born August 3, (Charlotte) Lorenz. Interment will be at 1932 and passed away December 25, Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery , 2017. Husband of Elaine Gouwens (nee Elwood, IL. Arrangements are entrusted Stegenga). Father of Lori (Jeff) Reidenga to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, and Larry (Pam) Gouwens and the late South Holland, IL. Christie Rae Gouwens. Grandfather of 7 grandchildren. Brother of Nancy (Wayne) Shem Van Swol. A Funeral Mass for Roger D. Shem Lennox Rebates WINTER SPECIAL Interment was at Oak Ridge Cemetery, was offered on December 30, 2017 from $95 Tune Up! Lansing, IL. Arrangements were entrusted Available* St. Michael Church with Rev. Burak Call today to schedule to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, officiating. WITH THE PURCHASE OF A QUALIFYING LENNOX HOME COMFORT SYSTEM South Holland, IL. Mr. Shem was born May 8, 1926 and died December 26, 2017. 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Police Chief Building Dennis Commissioner Economic Fire Chief Murrin Finance Vacant Planning Ken Director Director Verkaik Vacant Arlette Frye
Village Administrator Boards and Commissions Dan Podgorski Executive Assistant/ Planning & Zoning (9 members) With the consent of the Communications Fire & Police (5 members)* Enhanced 911 (5 members) Mayor and approval Director Ken Reynolds Police Pension (6 members) from the Trustees, the Fire Pension (5 members) Administrator appoints *This is the only Commission that has the Department Heads. hiring and promoting responsibilities for the departments it serves.
Village Trustees Village President Village Clerk Tony Delaurentis (2019) Mayor Patty Eidam (2021) Vivian Payne (2021) Mike Skrbina (2019) With approval from the Trustees, The Clerk is a liaison between Jerry Zeldenrust (2019) the Mayor appoints the Village residents and the Village. She Maureen Grady-Perovich (2021) Administrator as well as members keeps record of proceedings at all Brian Hardy (2021) of all the Boards and Commissions. public meetings of the Board and Mike Manno (2021) Executive Sessions.
Lansing Voters Residents who vote are responsible for filling the three elected positions above, and those elected officials then impact community life by appointing and managing various departments and commissions. These officials ear elected to a four-year term. The year behind each name indicates the date that person’s current term is up. 14 | January 3, 2018 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper New programs, affordable prices make 2018 a good year to get active Lan-Oak Park District offers “a good variety” at Eisenhower Center by Katie Arvia of West African dance and drum that’s affordable,” Davenport said. your spot, but that also ensures that rhythms.” “Our fitness rates are affordable; your program will [run] and have LANSING, Ill. (January 2018) - Social Media 101 will be offered our class rates are affordable…. You good attendance.” Throughout the year, the Lan-Oak to two different age groups: 11–13 can get out and meet new friends, Suggestions welcome Park District offers a wide variety of years and 30+ years. For the young- and just enjoy your community.” Although the park district cur- classes and programs for residents er group, the class will teach par- Don’t wait rently offers a wide variety of of Lansing and beyond. This season, ticipants how to safely navigate Registration for all winter/spring programs, residents are always an array of new offerings has been social media sites, while the 30+ classes is now open, and residents encouraged to suggest new classes added to the list. crowd will learn to fully utilize var- are encouraged to sign up as soon that can be incorporated. Citizens Oralethea Davenport, Superin- ious outlets such as Facebook and as possible. can contact Oralethea Davenport in tendent of Recreation and Finance Twitter. for the park district, explained that “People tend to think, when they writing at the Eisenhower Center or people of any age can enjoy the pro- For babies and parents look at the brochure, that a regis- via her email address, odavenport@ grams, from babies to seniors. In addition to these programs, tration deadline means that’s the lanoakparkdistrict.org. “We try to offer a good variety [of there are new offerings for “tiny day [to] come in and register. …If For more information on the Lan- programs] so everybody can find tots,” children ages 1–3. Babies Can there’s a program you see that you Oak Park District and all it has to something here, no matter their Make Music is an interactive class know you’ll want to participate [in], offer, visit the Eisenhower Center age,” Davenport said. “…I think it’s for children ages 2–3 that includes go ahead and sign up for it,” Daven- at 2550 178th Street in Lansing or very important for people to be able movement, instrument playing, and port said. “Not only do you solidify www.lanoakparkdistrict.org. to have a place like this, that offers puppets. New parents can partici- such a variety of programs and pate in Humpty Who? For Clueless activities.” Parents, a “crash course” program that focuses on nursery rhymes. New programs TF South receives grant New programs this season in- Something for seniors clude Flavors of the World, African Seniors also have their choice of Dancing, and Social Media 101. The new programs, including the AARP for Science Department Tax Return Preparation Services Park District catalog says Flavors of INFORMATION PROVIDED BY TF SOUTH I am committed to giving back to the World will “wake up your taste and Balloon Volleyball, a modified HIGH SCHOOL the community that has helped me version of the classic game. build my business.” buds” with recipes from around the LANSING, Ill. December 13, 2017) The ExxonMobil Educational globe, while African Dancing offers Affordable fitness - TF South High School received a Alliance program is designed to students a high-intensity workout “There’s not a lot of places that $1,000 grant from the ExxonMobil provide Exxon and Mobil retailers that teaches the “fundamentals you can go and find something Educational Alliance Program, in with an opportunity to invest in conjunction with Ridgeway Petro- the future of their communities leum of Lansing, Illinois, to support through educational grants to the school’s Science Department. RESTORATION MINISTRIES THRIFT STORES neighborhood schools. A representative of Lansing Mobil Services worked with school of- TF South Principal Jake Gourley accepts ficials to secure the grant, which a grant from ExxonMobil Foundation, It’s Our Famous presented by Shelia Vaughan, Human is one of 4,000 available. “We are Resources Director of Ridgeway proud to be Petroleum. (Photo provided) Buy One Get One a part of the efforts by TF South High Coupon! School to con- tinue to provide outstanding educational opportunities Find cozy coats to the young people of and warm styles Lansing,” the representa- for your family. tive said. “As a Mobile retailer, Buy One Clothing Item, GET ONE
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Day Assorted rugs, from throw Concrete Work $150,000 miles, extra clean, rugs to room size rugs, $10- the 2000’s, cassettes and tape heaters, sump pumps, low and night, run of the house. $3200. 708-738-5851 players, most work fine, $250 Concrete & Patching Done water pressure, flood control Secure yard, never left alone. $100; decorative wall pictures $10-$25 ea; rugs, runners also. for all. 708-333-7432 On The Side to save you valves. Drain Experts. 708- Call 708-906-7723 For sale: 2017 Chevy Impala 708-481-6907 money. Also general 259-9721, 219-614-7283 LT Pepperdust metallic, Comfy leather chair with contracting, handyman work, Lost & Found $19,735. Call Bob 855-949- Tall drinking glasses, $1 ea; ottoman. I’m easy to find in FHA work & snowplowing. Genous Plumbing & Rodding 6000 Lansing. Asking $75. Electric rodding done for as coffee cups, mugs, $1 ea. 708- Very reasonable. Call Mark 481-6907 American made 708-339-0003 708-408-7192 low as $15. Full service For sale: 2011 Chevy Impala plumbing. Credit cards LT Fleet Cyber Gray metallic, Champage and wine glasses, Battery powered wheel chair, Electrical accepted. Call 708-891-9488, $7,987. Call Bob 855-949-6000 crystal, 6 pc for $10; crystal like new, also regular wheel 708-268-0693 decanters, $5-$10-$15 ea. chairs. 312-218-0893 For sale: 2009 Chevy Impala 708-481-6907 Roofing LT $4,995, Silver. Call Bob 855- Battery powered wheel chair, 949-6000 Anchor Hocking 38 pc set of 16 inches between arm rests, AllSafe Roofing. We do all dishes, white with gold trim like new. 708-891-4798 For sale: 2007 Mitsubishi roof repairs, wind damage, $20; Pyrex bowls and Outlander XLS AWD Red, 2 pair steel toe boots, size 9, Ins. work. 7 day service. Lost/Stolen Cat: Calumet bakeware $3-$5 ea. 708-481- $5,995. Call Bob 855-949- brand new, $65 ea. 219-895- Senior discounts. Save money City. Cheyenniee 5 yrs. Calico, 6907 with AllSafe! Low on cash white, black, rust, beige, beige 6000 0871 Kustom Electric. We offer a credit cards accepted. Call Villeroy & Boch hotel plates, heart around mouth. Miss her For sale: 2014 Chevy Cruze Three square mirrors red, wide variety of electrical John at 708-740-0010. white, 4 charger plates, $3 ea, please return. 708-801-9442 LTZ Blue Ray Metallic, white, blue, $5 ea; tennis services for residential & [email protected] or 9 dinner plates $2 ea. 708- $12,495. Call Bob 855-949- racket with cover, $10; 2 commercial properties. dependablehomerepairs@ Wanted 481-6907 Licensed, bonded and gmail.com. 6000 panels white drapes, $7. 708- Koo Koo clock. Made in 849-6273 insured! Credit cards Wanted: Diabetic Test Strips For sale: 2016 Chevy Corvette Germany. Fun to have. Great accepted. www. Help Wanted Freestyle Lite One Touch Stingray Z51, shark gray Bowling ball and bag, $10; Christmas gift. $90.00. Call kustomelectric.com or 708- Accu-Chek Contour and metallic, $59,987. Call Bob Craftsman 1/4 HP lawn Help Wanted: Hiring 708-891-1035. 670-2295 Others, Must be sealed, 855-949-6000 trimmer $15; travel iron $10. Immediately. Quality unopened, unexpired, unused Lionel Santa Fe Special Die 708-849-6273 candidates for elderly boxes. 708-474-3941 2005 Chevy Impala $2,500; Handyman Services Cast Steam Locomotive Set. caregivers. Steady morning/ 2005 Buick Century $2,500; Six foot wooden toboggan New in Sealed Box. Great All Handyman Repairs done afternoon hours. Serious Wanted: Don’t throw it away! 2004 Lincoln LS $2,500; 2007 with pad, $35. Homewood Christmas Gift. $100.00. Call on-the-side to save money! callers only. References. I am buying old stuff. Toys, Pontiac Grand Prix $3,500; All area. Call Ken 773-225-6908 708-891-1035. Painting, drywall, tile, Interview call between 9am- signs, advertising, oil cans, run good. 708-351-9906 concrete patching, doors, 12 noon, April 13th-19th. and much more. Please call or 2 pair steel toe boots, size 9, Antique couch, $75; oil heater roofing, hauling. Very Leave msg. 708-546-8041 text Doug. 219-616-9342 1998 Toyota Camry $1,500; brand new, $65 ea. 219-895- $50; rugs 10x12 3 for $150. reasonable. Mark 708-408- 2003 Toyota Camry $3,000; 0871 773-238-0944 7192 Drivers CDL-A! TransLand Wanted: boat motor for 2004 Toyota Camry $3,000; has a new pay package! Plus canoe. Steven 708-748-5698 Snow blower, Craftsman 5 HP 2009 Toyota Camry $5,500. All Queen mattress & boxspring benefits, 401k & incentives! self propelled, 2 stage, 6 speed Home Improvement/ run good. 708-351-9906 $75 ea; cabinet sewing Recruiting.DriveTransLand. Brass shell case cleaning forward, 2 speed reverse, 24” machine, $100. 773-238-0944 Repair com/Join tumbler, hand primer tool. wide with electric start, big 800-234-5710 708-532-8337 Auto Parts A&A Services. 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Call Mr. Miscellaneous 708-837-9814 distributor fuel pump, $12.75. 2328 Velcro adjustable back Jerry. 708-957-1033 support brace in 38 to 40 Items For Sale Bob 219-316-5116 Welding torch, Purox W-200 waist size, large or extra large. 18 speed Roadmaster bicycle, Insurance Apartments For Rent 708-532-8337 Mattresses, $79, $89, $129. $100 obo; air acetylene torch Bunk beds, futons, daybeds. $60, both with extra tips. 708- $150 obo. 708-491-7267 Cancer Insurance: Policy Lansing, IL. 2bdrm., 1bath, Wanted: snow blowers, lawn Furniture for all rooms. EZ 837-9814 pays $3000 for initial Fur coats, leathers, wool, 1st flr. Seniors welcome. mowers, roto tillers, power Credit to $3,000. EZ Layaway. treatment, plus cash for cloth, lined London Fogs. Exc. 17710 S. Commercial Street. washers, old gas mini bikes. 708-371-3737, www. Roofing penumatic nailer $60; chemotherapy, radiation, cond. small, med, large, $25- Includes free heat, gas, appl., Any hand tools and power factorybeddingfurniture.com elect. disc grinder $15; experimental treatment, $100; boots 7-9, $10. 219-365- A/C. Private prkg. 1mo.+sec. tools, garage, shed stuff. 219- Like us on facebook Kenwood 600 watt car amp hospital confinement, and 4909 Avail/immediately. Call Larry. 484-7376 $50. 708-837-9814 much more. 773-480-9581 312-405-0697 Power washer Craftsman 3 Menards like new gas snow Wanted please help. Insulated blower $250. 219-730-3370 Landscaping/ Attention: Attention: Carhart coverals, jacket, vest, 1/2 HP 1800 PSI with extra Lawn Care Calumet City 2 bedroom 1 pants or snowmobile suit, 6.1 tips, winter discount price bath apartment. Available foot, 215 lb., 70 years old. Bob $125 obo; electric motor 2 HP MP Lawn Care Service and now. Heat, cooking gas & 219-316-5116 $20 obo. 708-754-0462 Clean Up Home Interiors. water included. $5 Kitchen table set, Ethan Allen Specializing in lawn care, application fee. $950/month. Wanted: Radio/tv tubes ham/ cb radios, 70s high end steros, with four chairs, two leaf landscaping, decoration, 708-372-7436 extensions, $75 obo; six piano trimming, edging, power tube type stereos, misc elect., old radios, tube testers, no music books $10. 219-742- raking, tree removal. Property Homes For Rent 4434 clean up services. 708-856- tvs. 708-536-8823 For sale: 9pc. Drexel Heritage 2184 Home for Rent in Lansing. dining room. set. Solid wood, Fishing poles with close face 3bdrm., 1bath, dining room, Automobiles bought at Merchandise Mart. reels, several to choose from full basement. Hardwood $800 firm. King size Bdrm Set Movers For sale: 2004 Chrylser $5 to $10 ea obo. 708-754- floors, freshly painted, 2-car all linen included $800 Call. 0462 Custom pickup/Delivery garage. $1,350/mo. + security. Pacifica 3-row seating, 96k 708-360-3068 Service: Single items; small 219-718-3370 Miles, $2900; 2002 Chevy Snowblowers, 2 cy, 4 cy, 20 to moves; classified ad items; Malibu, 1-owner, 66k, loaded, For sale: Storage containers choose from; also tune ups, thrift store; auction; Home for rent: Sauk Village $2800; 1994 Mercury Grand 21ftx8ftx8ft, good cond. Call. most same day, 7 days open. appliances. + furniture 3bdrm. Freshly painted, Marquis, 66k, $2200. 708-474- 773-660-0374 $1500/ea.; 773-646-3374 assembly. TV recycling. Daily newer carpet, updated, large 0957 Electric stove General to 9pm. 219-433-9457 yard. Detached garage. Tenant Electric, 2 yrs. old. black/ Kitchen table, 4 swivel chairs, pays utilities. Sec. 8 welcome. silver $350. Call. 708-265-6228 $40; gas stove $100. 773-646- Ken Movers. Best prices in 1 mo. sec. $1100/mo. 708- For sale: 2014 Honda 3374 town. $95/hour minimum of 692-5510 Accord EX-L 4dr. sedan, 5 hours. 708-252-6354 moonroof, leather, For sale: New Disney doll Maytag refrigerator/freezer in burgundy, 24,000 mi, outfits. Princess great condition, only $249. garage kept. $16,900 obo. Sweethearts, 13 different Please call 219-791-9461 630-926-5443 outfit’s. 708-846-8834 2 pair stel toe boots, size 9, $65 a piece. 219-896-0871 brand new still in box 16 | January 3, 2018 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper CROSSWORD
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Information and photos from paintings and screen prints of at the South Shore Arts famous athletes, will be displayed, Center including prints of Willie Mays, For MUNSTER, Ind. (December 2017) - Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, and sever- Visual South Shore Arts—located within al horse racing works, one featuring and the Center for Secretar- Per- Visual and Per- iat, the form- forming Arts—is thorough- ing pleased to pres- bred who Arts in ent For the Love of became the Munster, the Game: Major first Triple Indiana. League Sports in Art Crown Admission & Memorabilia, a winner in for the show blockbuster exhibit 25 years in grace is $2.00 for celebrating great 1973. the adults and free for American sports Chicago students and South gallery walls. traditions, heroes, artist Mark Shore Arts Members. Do- and teams from McMahon’s Signed basketballs, cent-led tours of the exhibit can be across the nation signature famous game photos, and even scheduled by calling 219-836-1839, that, throughout paintings some books will be available to x108. For more information visit our history, have of Chicago peruse about the games in which www.southshoreartsonline.org. made sports a form stadiums these famous athletes played. South Shore Arts is located within of entertainment and the The Center for Visual and Perform- For the Love of the Game: Major that has bonded die-hard ing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, family, friends, and fans that League Sports in Art & Memorabilia Indiana. communities. fill them will run through January 28, 2018, For the Love game after of the Game will game will include a wide- also be fea- spread collection of tured, one rare photographs, depicting signed baseballs, the hard- and unique por- fought 2010 traits from sports Stanley collectors across Cup cham- the region, along pionship with artwork that with Chi- honors the greats cago Black- of the games. hawk fans Highlights of taking to the exhibit include the streets portraits and action in joyful shots from the or- celebration. igins of baseball at The the turn of the 20th Blackhawks Century, including will be well all-star players represented from the first Major with photos League Baseball from their All Star Exhibi- 2010, 2013, tion Game held at and 2015 Comiskey Park as Stanley Cup part the 1933 Chica- Champion- Find out go’s World Fair. The ship wins. how your game featured Lou Jonathan business Gehrig, the greatest Toews, Pat- can BE ON first baseman of rick Kane, this digital all time; Chicago Duncan billboard! White Sox Outfield- Keith, and er Al Simmons; and other team- legendary baseball mates who player Babe Ruth, helped hoist who highlighted the cup will the game by hitting be featured a two-run home in the gal- Or find out how your business run to right field in the bottom of lery, along with greats like Wayne can HOST a billboard like this! the third inning. Gretzky, who many call the greatest Several works by famed artist hockey player of all time. Call LeRoy Niemen, known for his The iconic Larry Bird, Magic 847-338-5104 brilliantly colorful expressionistic Johnson, and Michael Jordan will all Get daily news at TheLansingJournal.com The Lansing Journal | January 3, 2018 | 19 Curtis Granderson to speak at First United Methodist Church Saturday, January 6, 2018, at 6:00pm
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY FIRST According to Wikipedia: “Curtis UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Granderson Jr. (born March 16, 1981) is an American professional baseball LANSING, Ill. (December 26, 2017) outfielder who is a free agent. He - Professional baseball player and has played in Major League Baseball TF South alum Curtis Granderson for the Detroit Tigers (2004–2009), will return to Lansing on Saturday, New York Yankees (2010–2013), January 6. He will be speaking at New York Mets (2014–2017) and Los the First United Methodist Church Angeles Dodgers (2017). He throws at 18420 Burnham Avenue, and the right handed and bats left handed.” public is invited. Wikipedia also cites Granderson’s At 5:00pm the church will host a commitment to community and chili dinner in their fellowship hall. charitable works. At 6:00pm Granderson will speak in Granderson has been an overseas the sanctuary, sharing his life and ambassador for baseball, and in 2011 work. Both events are open to the he was voted one of the friendliest public, and there is no charge for players in the Majors. either one. He wrote a book that was pub- Granderson grew up in Lynwood, lished in August 2009. And he start- Illinois, playing Little League and ed the “Grand Kids Foundation” to attending Nathan Hale Elementary raise money for the education of School, Heritage Middle School, and inner-city children. The charity is TF South High School, where he close to his heart, and at the Janu- played baseball and basketball. He ary 6 event a free will offering will attended the University of Illinois at be taken to support its work. Chicago and led the UIC Flames in First United Methodist Church is home runs and walks. located at 18420 Burnham Avenue in Lansing. For more information Left: Curtis Granderson in 2014, when he about Curtis Granderson’s visit, call played for the New York Mets. (Photo: 708-474-1144 or email lanumc@ Wikimedia Commons) sbcglobal.net. Thornton Township announces baby photo contest #ThorntonTownshipBaby
BY ERNST LAMOTHE JR. media platform with the hashtag #ThorntonTownshipBaby. THORNTON TOWNSHIP, Ill. (December 27, 2017) 3. Choose your best photos and email them to - Thornton Township is having a social media Ernst Lamothe ([email protected]). baby photo contest. Families who received a free Emailed photos will be entered to win a prize. “I’m a Thornton Township baby” onesie during The contest began before Christmas and will the holidays are invited to do two things. continue into January. 1. Take a cute photo of your child wearing the For more information or to get a free onesie Thornton Township onesie. so your child can participate, call Thornton 2. Post the photo on your favorite social Township: 708-596-6040, x3150.
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