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1968 1976 1992 2017 by Carrie Steinweg businesses, encourage gathering of the Lansing Journal included an According to an April 25, 1968, with others in the community, and announcement about the parade, article in the Lansing Journal, Jim LANSING, Ill. (April 28, 2018) - It’s celebrate good neighbors—and it stating, “Memorial Day, is, of course, Klebs was chairman of the first exciting when your hometown has was all accomplished with a home- a day of remembrance, and there- parade. “12 floats and about 40 something that you don’t find in town parade. fore celebrating or commercializa- units will highlight the parade, tion are not necessarily desirable… other places. That’s what Lansing’s A Parade Like No Other giving everyone an opportunity to Good Neighbor Day Parade is. The Other communities in the region, There are no stringent rules to view the many fine services, prod- follow except to play up patriotism day was designated as a special the Midwest, and across the coun- ucts and shopping areas available and play down commercialism and try hold parades in celebration of in the village,” it read. “Marching event decades ago to promote local assemble at 9 a.m.” Independence Day and bands, motorcycle corps, Shriners, The following year, officials at the Memorial Day and Labor drum and bugle corps, the Meister 2017 Chamber of Commerce, worried Day. Some have evening about business declining due to the Brau Beer Wagon, fire equipment parades with floats cov- new River Oaks Mall in Calumet and a host of floats will be featured.” ered in lights, or parades City, looked for a way to showcase to celebrate Santa Claus Memories of Marching businesses without commercializ- or Thanksgiving. Lansing Historical Society curator ing Memorial Day. They planned the But there’s only one See “Parade,” page 2 Lansing Spring Parade, which took Good Neighbor Day place in May 1968. Parade. It’s always the In 1970, Good Neighbor Day was first Saturday in May. introduced, and the parade name Origins of the was changed to the Good Neighbor Fast Facts Lansing Parade Day Parade. Jackie Protsman, owner about the 2018 Good The parade was origi- of the Fashionette and former Neighbor Day Parade nally called the Lansing Chamber of Commerce president, Theme Spring Parade. In 1967 remembers when residents voted Lansing’s 125th Anniversary as the annual Memorial for “Mr. and Mrs. Lansing,” and the 1893 to 2018 Day Parade approached, winner led the parade. She also and everything in between it was during a somber remembers that following the early time in the country and parades there was always a lively in the community. Two gathering at Itchy Lange’s restau- young men from Lansing rant and tavern. had died a month before In 1971 a three-day Good Neighbor while serving in Vietnam. Week sale began, and in 1972 a “Friend- The April 27, 1967, issue liest Merchant” contest was added. Understanding Cinco de Mayo (It’s not Mexican Independence Day) by Katie Arvia September 16 and is the most important national holi- Date and time day in Mexico. This day marks Mexico’s independence Saturday, May 5, 2:00pm Lansing, Ill. (April 27, 2018) – Cinco de Mayo is an from Spain. annual celebration to commemorate the Mexican In fact, over time, Cinco de Mayo celebrations have Route Army’s victory at the Battle of Puebla. The battle, fought become more significant in the United States than in The parade kicks off at against the French Empire, was an unlikely win for Mexico. Typically, the holiday is celebrated with pa- Wentworth Avenue and Ridge Mexico. On May 5, 1862, General Ignacio Zaragoza led rades, music, dancing, and food. However, there are Road and proceeds west on his troops into battle. differing opinions among Lansing residents regarding Ridge to Torrence, north on This heroic victory is not what immediately comes to Torrence to 178th Street, and the holiday. mind when one thinks of Cinco de Mayo though. then east on 178th, ending at “In my opinion, Cinco de Mayo is an American holiday In America, Cinco de Mayo is commonly mistaken Lan-Oak Park.
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neighbors—invite neighbors for she said. “But we did it, and we the Fashionette float. “They were continued from page 1 Parade, lunch at home or at Lan-Oak Park,” marched, and I think we all got sick always the first ones in the parade as stated in a promotional schedule. Barb Dust believes the idea for Good afterwards.” after all the dignitaries and fire Dust recalls marching in many Dust noted that the parade orig- Neighbor Day stems back to the engines,” she said. “The length of parades as a Girl Scout leader when inally ran in the opposite direction, 1954 Centennial celebration. During the parade keeps increasing and it’s her three daughters were younger. starting on Torrence Avenue and the week-long festivities, Good wonderful to know that so many She later watched her daughters heading south and then east on people would like to be in it.” Neighbor Day was held on August participate with marching band. Ridge Road, and ending in down- In recent years, Todd said parade 18, and residents were encouraged “One year I marched with my town Lansing. entries had moved away from floats to “enjoy good fellowship with Brownie troop—and it snowed!” 51 Years Later and more toward decorated cars. Over the years, the parade has Last year, however, there was in in- grown, and this year Chamber Pres- crease in the number of floats. “We Parade Themes ident Amy Todd said that roughly are hoping to see more of that again through the years 100 entries are expected. “We do this year,” she said. have a lot of new people in the “People really look forward to 1968 Lansing Loves A Parade parade that we haven’t had before, the parade,” she said. “People are 1979 Clowning Around so that’s good to see,” she said. “For looking for the theme of next year’s our theme, we are celebrating Lan- 1990 Nations Around the World parade in the fall so they have time sing with the 125th anniversary of to think about decorating.” 1992 25 Years of Good Neighbor Memories the incorporation. Some are plan- For more information, contact the 1993 Lansing’s Centennial ning to decorate for the decade that Lansing Area Chamber of Com- their business or school opened or merce at 708-474-4170. 1996 Music, Music, Music came into existence.” Fabulous Fifties Photo credits: Parade photos from 2017 1999 Protsman, who was once a hospi- were taken by Carrie Steinweg. All other 2000 Millennium Magic tal clown who would visit with sick parade photos were provided by the 2001 Howdy Neighbor children, hires her clown friends Lansing Historical Society and used with to participate in the parade with permission. 2002 Red, White & Blue and Neighbors, Too 2003 A Tribute to Lansing’s Working Families The 2004 Music Makes the World Go Round 2005 Seasons of Fun for Everyone Lansing Journal 2006 Let the Spirit of Lansing Soar (Tri-motor year) 2007 Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of the parade About us 2008 Frontier Days Every community deserves a good newspaper. 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The Lansing Journal is a member of the Illinois Press Association, Independent Free Pat Kremer Papers of America, and the Lansing Area Chamber of Commerce. Anyone who wants to support this newspaper is welcome to send a check to The Lansing Journal, P.O. Box 742, Lansing IL 60438. Or give a little bit online each month! Visit: thelansingjournal.com/news/support/ Subscribe to the daily digital edition at thelansingjournal.com/news/subscribe The Lansing Journal | May 2, 2018 | 3 Record numbers turn out for Clean-up Day Good publicity, good examples, and good weather inspire 360 volunteers to make a visible difference photos and text BY Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (April 28, 2018) – Bright skies, brisk temperatures, and blustery winds greeting the 360 volunteers who participated in Lansing’s ninth annual Community Clean-up Day. Organizer Vivian Payne called it the most successful ever. News articles, social media posts, and an impromptu clean-up effort led by Mayor Eidam and Village employees on Friday, April 13, inspired dozens of new registrations in the final week leading up to the event. Payne organized the volunteers into groups, equipped them with garbage bags and recycling bags, and sent them to 28 locations around the village, some of which were known litter sites and others that had been specifically requested by residents. For two hours, the groups picked up trash and recyclables along roadways, around railroad tracks, and through- out empty fields. After depositing their filled bags at the side of a road—where they would be collected by Public Works—the volunteers convened at the First Church pavilion, where grilled hot dogs and hamburg- ers awaited them.
Above: “We have great hope for Lansing’s future,” said Tiffany Wells (left), “and we know we have to be a part of it.” “We also want to teach our kids to serve,” added Michelle Smith (black cap). They and others from Living Word Church cleaned along Torrence. Left, in the distance: Lynn Kazmierowski and Kerry and Art Czarobski were part of a group of neighbors who cleaned up the entire stretch of 186th Street. Below: Following the clean-up, Art Czarobski refueled with a hot dog at First Church. Right: Building Commissioner Zoran Savic (with rake) and various Village employees, including Mayor Eidam (not pictured), spent the morning cleaning up around businesses along Bernice Road and Oak Avenue. Savic took advantage of the opportunity to remind business owners that Lansing ordinances require them to keep their property clean. “The Mayor shouldn’t have to be cleaning up after you!” he told them.
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Below left: For the second year in a row, Below: Steve Payne and Mayor Eidam served hamburgers, the Southtowne Stallions—a local youth hot dogs, chips, water, and soda to shivering volunteers. First football and cheer program—cleaned Church PCA hosted the post-clean-up lunch in their pavilion up Erfert Park. This year’s troop of trash and provided grills and picnic tables. collectors included Brandon Terry Jr., Fred Ridley III, Trenton Walker, Brandi Terry, Brandon Terry, Fred Ridley Jr., and Travaughn Howse. Below: Chanta Manson and Debra Ridley showed up just in time to take credit for the clean-up. 4c 4 | May 2, 2018 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper Good Friday, continued from page 1 Now serving comfort food Troost adds chef to staff, breakfast items to menu
By Ashlee De Wit opened about a year ago, recently The pair worked together to hired McCarter and expanded its create the menu, each pulling from LANSING, Ill. (April 25, 2018) – Chef menu of baked goods to include their own experience—Fentress Steven McCarter has joined the some heartier breakfast items—the from her travels and her favorite staff at Troost, and he brought his biscuits and gravy among them. meals; McCarter from his culinary grandma’s biscuits and gravy recipe “When I heard that troost means education and family cookbook. with him. ‘comfort,’ the first thing I thought McCarter graduated college of was biscuits and gravy—that’s with a culinary arts degree and The Lansing coffee shop, which the most comforting food I can has worked in restaurants across think of,” McCarter said. “I’ve been Chicago, but he credits his love Chef Steven McCarter (left) has joined the team at Troost Coffee & Tea. He making it since I was five, and I of cooking and most of his culi- was pleased to learn that Troost is the could do it with my eyes closed.” nary education to the After School Dutch word for comfort, since many It’s not his grandma’s exact Matters program in Chicago. He of his recipes are for comfort food. recipe—he uses turkey instead of took part in the program from ages Specialties like grandma’s biscuits sausage and has switched out bacon 13–18, learning under the guidance and gravy (left, and below) add to the comfortable atmosphere that McCarter fat for smoked gouda, to make it of Gloria Hafer. He still participates first experienced as a Troost customer. a lighter—and at least somewhat today—now as an instructor. (Photos: Ashlee De Wit) healthier—fare. The adaptation has McCarter and Fentress met by proved quite popular so far. chance; he was shopping with The new menu also includes other friends, and they intended to get breakfast standards: a breakfast coffee at Grindhouse Café in Grif- burrito and oatmeal are among the fith. When they discovered it was options. And for the more adventur- closed that day due to snowy roads, ous diner, they’re serving shakshu- a Google search led them to Troost. ka—an over-easy egg atop a spiced “The first time we talked, I told sauce of tomatoes, onions, peppers her [Fentress] I really liked the place and feta cheese. It’s a popular dish because I felt comfortable here,” Mc- in Israel and a favorite of Troost Carter said. “It was really fate that owner Renae Fentress. we met.” “I first had it in India, made by Troost is located at 18155 Roy Israelis,” she said. “In Israel, it’s a Street in Lansing. They are open typical breakfast. People [here] are a from 7:00am–6:00pm, Monday little nervous to order it.” through Friday, and 8:00am– But those who took a chance on 5:00pm on Saturday. Breakfast it have come back to order it again, items are available until 11:30am McCarter noted. each day.
Lansing Journalists serve as IHSA journalism judges by Melanie Jongsma FLOSSMOOR, Ill. (April 21, 2018) – Carrie Steinweg and Melanie Jongsma spent a recent Saturday at Homewood-Flossmoor High School, serving as judges for the 2018 Illinois High School Association journalism sectionals. Journalism students from 10 area high schools began around 9:00am that morning, completing assignments in a variety of competition categories— news writing, editorial writing, sports writing, photography, headlines, design, copy editing, and others. The judges began receiving those complet- ed assignments around 11:00am, working in teams of two to rank the top three entries and provide constructive feedback on the top six. Carrie Steinweg reviews “It was cool to see the work of the next generation of journalists,” said Copy Editing submissions in Steinweg at the end of a day of judging. IHSA’s journalism sectionals. The three top students in each category advanced to the state competi- tion on April 27.
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BY MELANIE JONGSMA name and brand, “Bohemian” kept invested a huge amount of time bubbling to the surface. Not only and energy, and Chris is ready for LANSING, Ill. (April 28, 2018) – “The does it reference the Bohemian Joe’s a healthy break. Tawnee is looking timing was right,” said Chris Paliga Hotel & Tavern in Lansing along forward to seeing Chris take care of about the sale of Bohemian Joe’s, Bernice Road in the 1900s—which himself for awhile instead of looking the Lansing restaurant he and his is where Chris’s great grandparents after everyone else’s needs. family opened in January of 2016. met!—but the term also has conno- “What will happen to my Bohemian He had not been planning to sell, tations of an eclectic, optimistic mix but when he was approached with a Joe’s gift card?” of cultures, fashions, and tastes. “I don’t want to screw anyone,” 3134 Ridge Road, Lansing “very fair offer,” he began to consid- That’s the atmosphere the family said Chris about the gift cards, 708-474-9610 er the possibility. www.firstchurchpca.org was working for. so one of the first details he took Change of plans Chris and Tawnee believe they care of was making sure Bohemian Ben Kappers, Pastor “It was a difficult decision,” agrees achieved it. Both said, “I feel like Joe’s gift cards would be honored Worship Services Tawnee Paliga, Chris’s wife. “There we had a place where anyone could even after the restaurant closed. Morning Worship...... 9:30am come and feel comfortable, where Sunday School...... 11:00am were so many things we enjoyed He reached out not only to the Evening Worship...... 5:30pm about Bohemian Joe’s—lots of everyone was welcome—all ages, all new owner, but also to Lynn Cart- customers became repeat custom- nationalities. It was a special place.” wright of Lynnie Que’s, Amy Todd ers and actually became friends, so “This experience was fun,” Chris of Mancino’s, and Joellyn Favia of JJ Lynwood United it’s difficult to say goodbye to them. added. “And I hope everyone has Kelley’s. All agreed to accept Bohe- Reformed Church And we had lots of wonderful staff good memories of being here.” mian Joe’s gift cards at their estab- members.” But both Paligas ac- Frequently asked lishments. The Paligas have often knowledge the stress and strain of questions spoken of the camaraderie that the restaurant business in general, In the weeks leading up to the characterizes the Lansing business and of Bohemian Joe’s in particular restaurant’s April 28 closing, Chris community. It’s one of the things because so much of their family was considered printing up a t-shirt they will miss most about running involved. “When you go home, or with the answers to the questions Bohemian Joe’s. whenever you’re with family, and he was most frequently asked, in- “Are you taking your recipes with we’re all still talking about business, cluding these: you?” 1990 E. Glenwood-Dyer Rd, Lynwood there’s just no time when you’re “What will you do next?” There are a few items on the Bo- 708-474-4100 away from work,” said Chris. www.LynwoodURC.org While Chris appreciates people’s hemian Joe’s menu that were origi- Although the family’s original concern and interest, he admits he nals created by family and staff, and Rev. Nick Alons Pastor plans were to run Bohemian Joe’s doesn’t have a good answer to this Chris and Tawnee are proud of the Worship Services for at least a few more years, Chris question. “I’m just takin’ a break way so many people got involved 9:30am and 5:00pm said, “I like the circumstances we’re for a while,” he said. Chris brought and left their mark. At the same leaving in.” The Paligas made a a variety of business background time, Chris mentioned, there is a Lansing is home to a variety of lot of improvements to the build- and a broad sense of community to lot of crossover among restaurant ing before opening two and a half the Bohemian Joe’s venture, which dishes. For one thing, many restau- churches representing a range years ago, and they enjoyed being was a refreshing of the Popolano’s rants use the same suppliers for involved in the Lansing commu- restaurant his parents and brother their ingredients. For another, it’s of faith traditions. Visitors are nity. “Lansing’s been wonderful and sister-in-law owned at the same not uncommon for chefs and cooks encouraged to “shop around” to to us,” said Tawnee. “It’s a great location. The new family enterprise to move from one kitchen to anoth- community.” included wife Tawnee and daughter er. So Chris predicts that Lansing find a faith family that meets A legacy of community Dani’s hospitality experience, son residents will find something to In fact, that sense of community Topher’s marketing and technology love about the new menu once the your needs. may be the greatest legacy of Bo- experience, son Dustin’s vast knowl- restaurant changes hands. hemian Joe’s. From the very begin- edge of craft beers, and son-in-law To add your church to this ning, as the family worked together Brandon’s unique-but-familiar directory, email to come up with the restaurant menu creations. The whole family [email protected] Subscribe to the daily digital edition at thelansingjournal.com/news/subscribe The Lansing Journal | May 2, 2018 | 7 Why Lansing Public Library went fine-free by Melanie Jongsma fines there is no incentive to Mutual appreciation In fact, the American Library As- return a book on time,” says Albrecht believes that Lansing sociation promotes “the removal of LANSING, Ill. (May 1, 2018) - As of Albrecht. But she counters, “Yes library patrons will appreciate the all barriers to library and informa- May 1, 2018, the Lansing Public there is—you appeal to people’s decision to be fine-free, and that tion services, particularly fees and Library will no longer charge fines good side.” they will respond in overdue charges.” for overdue materials. Library Di- 3. Fines are not an important kind. “We expect to get rector Debbie Albrecht shared the source of library revenue. a lot of good will from reasoning behind that decision, and Lansing Public Library has seen our users because we dismantled some commonly held decreased revenue from fines have stopped charging misunderstandings about libraries over the years, and Albrecht overdue fines. We want PUBLIC NOTICE and fines: believes it will not be a hardship our patrons to know 1. Libraries are about providing THORNTON TOWNSHIP to replace that revenue. In fact, we believe they will access to information. Fines she already received notifica- do their best to return create barriers to information. tion that the library will receive what they borrow—so The regularly scheduled Meetings Albrecht cites an example of $35,414 in per capita grant others in their neigh- people who are looking for a funds this year, which is about a of the Board of Trustees of Thornton borhoods can have job— “If they have overdue $14,000 increase from the pre- Township, to be held on May 8, what they need too. book fines, they are blocked vious year. That plus an antici- 2018 and May 22, 2018 have been “We try very hard to from using the computers to job pated increase in revenue from canceled. spend our tax dollars search. If your money is already printing and copying done by wisely. We have not limited, late fees just compound library patrons will more than The next scheduled meeting for increased our levy the your problems.” Albrecht’s make up for the revenue from the Board of Trustees, will be held last two years, and we philosophy is that the library fines. May 15, 2018, at 8:00 p.m. in the should be a resource to anyone managed to update the Fine-free is angst-free library and equipment Thornton Township Zap II Building who needs it. But to Albrecht, going fine-free is located at 16910 Westview, in South 2. Fines actually prevent people to give our patrons less about revenue and more about the best resources and Holland, Illinois. from returning materials. the culture she wants to create at Albrecht knows that once an spaces possible.” the Lansing library. When staff have Jacqueline E. Davis-Rivera overdue fine reaches a certain to spend time tracking fines and Other fine-free Thornton Township Clerk level, she is not likely to ever sending notices and having tense libraries see that book again: “People conversations with patrons, they Lansing Public don’t return it because they do aren’t doing the things that make Library is not the first not want to deal with overdue the library feel like a resource. in the area to do away fines!” By wiping away late Without fines, she says, “We will be with fines. Oak Park, fees, she explains, the stigma is able to say, ‘Yes’ more. Time can be Algonquin, and Ad- removed and the materials are spent making the library a more wel- dison Public Library returned and made accessible to coming place. I cannot quantify that have already eliminated other patrons. “Some tradition- but it is huge. It is about providing fines, and others are alists will argue that without better service to all our patrons.” exploring the idea.
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by Melanie Jongsma involvement, and develops civic inclusion, equal opportunity, quality and variety and number of pride among all Lansing residents. and fair treatment applications that came in—by the LANSING, Ill. (April 30, 2018) – For In presentations at Village Board • Representative of the entire April 30 cutoff date he had received the first time in 21 years, Lansing is meetings, Village Communications community resumés and applications from 29 forming a new Commission—and it’s a Commission with a particularly Director Ken Reynolds has shared • Trusted and active in the Lansing residents. difficult assignment. The Human some of the qualities the Village community Six of those applicants, shown Relations Commission will be tasked is looking for in Human Relations • Sensitive to historical, social, here, were willing to share with the with helping Lansing develop a Commissioners, as recommended economic, and cultural dynam- community some thoughts about culture that embraces diversity, by the Department of Justice: ics of the community their decision to apply for such a promotes inclusion, inspires • Committed to a philosophy of Reynolds was impressed with the unique role in the Village of Lansing.
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For Information Call: Diamond Wright @ (708) 210-5748 email: [email protected] Subscribe to the daily digital edition at thelansingjournal.com/news/subscribe The Lansing Journal | May 2, 2018 | 13 Cinco de Mayo, continued from page 1 that culturally appropriates Mexican usually hear the misconception that heritage,” said Michael Martinez, a Cinco de Mayo is Mexico’s Indepen- long-time Lansing resident. “I think dence Day [and that] gets me on the biggest issue I observe is when edge because it’s not.” people use Cinco de Mayo as an Garcia also said she does nothing excuse to drink and eat traditional special to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. Mexican food in an exaggerated way. Despite the general misconcep- There’s nothing wrong with this, tions surrounding Cinco de Mayo, but I think people have forgotten the both Martinez and Garcia agree true meaning of the holiday.” that it is okay to celebrate, if it is for Martinez said he does not cele- the right reasons. ” brate Cinco de Mayo and will often “I do appreciate when [people] stay home unless he has been invit- take the time to learn about our ed out to dinner or other festivities. culture but to not stereotype it and He likened American celebrations be offensive in any way,” Garcia said. of Cinco de Mayo to the Fourth of “There’s a right and wrong way to July, wherein revelries often include celebrate other cultures and you stereotypical American food such as have to take the time to know the hot dogs or hamburgers and extrav- difference and not to be offensive.” agant fireworks displays. He point- “At the end of the day, it does bring
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STORY AND PHOTOS Some of stops on the “Black History Tour” BY MELANIE JONGSMA were related to well known historical events, while others were less familiar. White made LANSING, Ill. (April 17, 2018) – The sure all were educational. Left: The Roberts Bishop Ford Freeway, Beaubien Temple Church of God in Christ building is Woods, Pullman porters, Oakwood where the funeral and visitation were held Cemetery, elevated trains, the for murdered Chicago teenager Emmett Till. While relaying the brutal story, White stockyards, Bronzeville, Prairie encouraged students to take out their phones Avenue, Harold Washington, Dear- and search for images of Till’s body. “You need born Station, Union Station, Lou to see it. You need to see man’s inhumanity Mitchell’s, the Obamas’ Hyde Park toward man,” he told them solemnly. home, Valois Restaurant—these people and places are all signifi- cant parts of the story of blacks in America. History Teacher Jeff White included them all, and more, on a special tour he offered to Illiana students on April 12. The tour was inspired by a stu- dent club called Better Illiana through Better Understanding, which is facilitated by Senior Aerial Shaffer. The club worked hard to day that worked for everyone who involve the whole student body in was interested. So Principal Peter a variety of observances of Black Boonstra agreed to allow the tour History Month this past February, to be offered during a school day. including panel discussions, a “river So on a bright Thursday morning, mural” of meaningful quotes, and 37 students and 2 teachers board- special chapel services. White’s tour ed an Illiana bus at 7:30am. They was originally planned for a Satur- spent the next seven hours listen- day during Black History Month, ing, observing, taking photos, and but student sports schedules, expanding their understanding of theater rehearsals, and other com- the black experience in Chicago and mitments made it difficult to find a See “Black History,” next page
Above: The Victory memorial honors Above: In Bronzeville, the plaque near an African-American unit that served this sculpture by Alison Saar explains, in World War I. For blacks arriving in “This bronze monument depicts a man Chicago from the south, a monument like wearing a suit made of shoe soles rising this would have been astonishing. from a mound of soles. The soles, worn and full of holes, symbolize the often Left: White began teaching before the bus difficult journey from the south to the even arrived at its first destination, offering north. It commemorates all the African- information about Civil Rights Leader American men and women who migrated Bishop Henry Ford and Beaubien Woods, to Chicago after the Civil War.” which was the location of a stop on the Underground Railroad.
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Left: “Chicago has Black History, continued from previous page deep connections to Mississippi in so the south suburbs. many ways,” White This was the first “This is really special,” said told the group. Aerial Shaffer about the tour. But Chicago Blues time White had given “I actually know very, very this particular tour, includes electric little black history, so this is elements that make and depending on stu- great.” it distinctive from dent response, it may Mississippi Blues. become a regular part classmates’, it may be difficult to make the of his tour repertoire. Below: The tour There were a lot of tour any shorter. “The ended in Hyde stops and a lot of infor- trip was awesome,” Park, where the mation to pack into a she said via email area around former single school day, and White hoped the following week. “I thought it President Obama’s to debrief with the students and was a great way to celebrate Afri- home is barricaded, but it’s still possible other teachers to find out which, if can-American history. I learned a to get a good view any, stops should be eliminated or lot of information about the history of the house. shortened. of the area around me—from the However, if Aerial Shaffer’s minute we got on the bus until the reaction is representative of her end of the tour.”
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BY MELANIE JONGSMA LANSING, Ill. (April 22, 2018) – As reported last November, Lansing’s Rail- White pointed out that students in the group who have family in Mississippi may have road Quiet Zone project that has been in process for at least two years. had ancestors arrive in Chicago through Dearborn Station. Though progress has not been visible to the public, forward movement is happening. Jeff Pintar, who serves as Village Engineer, confirms that Lansing has obtained the necessary IDOT permit for the installation of safety measures on state routes. Pintar is now coordinating with the railroad on the timing of the install. Items to be completed in late April or early May include: • Install flexible delineators at required crossings—Public Works will handle this, and the timing is being discussed • Refresh or add new railroad striping at crossings • Install 70’ of required fence on Oakley, south of the railroad tracks—a contractor has been engaged to perform this work • Install the required signage—Public Works will make and install these signs once other measures are complete • Install a right-in/right-out driveway at Boggs Apartment Complex on Torrence—a contractor has been engaged to perform this work; coordination with the property owner is needed on the timing of the installation Pintar says, “There are still many entities that have their hands in the Quiet Zone process—FRA, ICC, IDOT, and CSX—so to provide completion dates is difficult. We are still planning on work to be done in the spring and Quiet Zone implementation to follow 30 days after work is complete. We were hopeful to complete last fall but did not have full authorization to do Connecting RV owners with responsible renters. so, and the improvements are all weather-dependent, so that leads us to where we are today.”
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Drain Experts. 708- Cruze. 89,600 miles. Clean car Smoking SIgnal, Fredrick repairs, downspouts, drywall gas, heat included. Private 708-210-1542 259-9721, 219-614-7283 in very good condition. Only Remington, $50 ea or 2 for repairs, misc. repairs,. patio and parking. Security Insured. Free estimates. 219- asking $6,500/obo. Call 708- $75. 708-877-6157 Battery powered wheel chair, Battery Back-up Pumps give deposit and background 574-4317. 865-2345 you peace of mind. We have check. 708-439-7736 16 inches between arm rests, Set of 27 Lakeside classic like new. 708-891-4798 Home Repair & the best one, the finest we can For sale: 2017 Chevy Impala books dated 1959 into 1980s. Improvements. Carpentry, find. Witvoet Plumbing. 708- Condos/Townhomes/ LT White, $19,995. Call Bob 708-877-6157 Glass 10 inch fish bowl, $8; painting, drywall repairs, 331-7335 Duplexes For Rent 855-949-6000 bunny water bottle, $2; cat storm doors, Int. doors, lights, Never worn ladies wool coat, litter box, deluxe, $15; clear Bradford-White water Condo for rent: 3bdrm., 1-1/2 For sale: 2008 Honda Accord fans, locks, concrete repair, zipper off slightly to side, duct tape $4. 708-460-8308 heaters, hydromatic pumps. bath, heat, hotwater & gas EX-I black $7,495. Call Bob tree trimming, power studs on shoulders, misses Fast installation. Witvoet included. Swimming pool, 855-949-6000 washing. 20 yrs. experience. size large, beige, paid $175, Rain poncho, one size fits all Plumbing. 708-331-7335 clubhouse. $1200 Mo. Call Free estimates. Mark 708-841- asking $60. 708-877-6157 $3 ea; 2018 pocket calendars, Barb. 708-474-1139 For sale: 2011 Chevy Impala 2328 50 cents ea; complete guide to Tree Service LT Fleet Cyber Gray metallic Oil painting 23” x 35” gold $7,987. Call Bob 855-949-6000 prevent getting scammed, 53 Maggy’s Tree Service. Tree’s Rooms For Rent toned frame, gazebo with pages $6. 708-460-8308 Landscaping/ floral trimmed brick walkway Topped, Trimmed, Removed, Room for rent: Large room in For sale: One owner 2007 Lawn Care $50. 708-877-6157 Bush Removal, Stump my house. Clean, quiet, fully Dodge Charger RT loaded, 7 ft HD steel post $6 ea; Roas Lawn Maintenance womens magazines, 50 cents Removal. Also Insured furnished. In room TV with $7,900; 2003 Chevrolet TV converter box $40; large Spring cleaning, planting ea; Japan pachinko steel balls, Bonded. Free estimates. 708- cable, electric, gas included. Silverado Ext cab 4x4 $6,995; bulletin board $10. 708-877- grass, cutting, edging, snow 6 lbs $25; foam paint brushes, 200-8078 Full kitchen, laundry, 3 baths. 2007 BMW X5 $7,995. Call 6157 removal, sod, gutter cleaning, Public transportation at each 708-474-0957 $5. 708-460-8308 power raking, tree removal. end of street. $125 per week. 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Obituaries LBWA military coupon BOEGELSACK MABON A Funeral Service for Richard J. Boegel- A funeral service for Beatrice Burnett Ma- sack will be held on May 5, 2018 at Thorn- bon was held on Thursday, April 19, 2018 at program has depleted ridge Funeral Home. Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home in Mr. Boegelsack was born December 4, South Holland, IL with Pastor Carol Gam- 1938 and died April 27, 2018. He was the fa- mon officiating A memorial service will be postage fund ther of Sandra (Dave) Csuk, Samuel and the held on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at Treasure late Edward Hoekstra; grandfather of David, from the Word Church in Calumet City, IL. Donations keep the program going Jr. and Daniel Csuk; former husband of Bar- Mrs. Mabon was born October 16, 1930 bara Barba. and passed away April 17, 2018. Wife of the Interment will be at Oak Hill Cemetery. late Willie J. Mabon. Mother of the late Gay- Arrangements are entrusted to Thornridge la (Robin) Apodaca, Michele (Jamie) Canty, Funeral Home (Janusz Family Funeral Ser- Carol (Jonathon) Gammon, Tammy Ma- vice). bon-Orr, Renata Mabon, and Kedric (Brid- get) Mabon. Grandmother of many grand- ELLIS children and great-grandchildren. A Memorial Service for Margaret M. “Peg- Interment was at Abraham Lincoln Na- tional Cemetery, Elwood, IL. Arrangements gy” Ellis will be held at a later date. were entrusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Mrs. Ellis (nee Rohwedder) was born Jan- Funeral Home, South Holland, IL. uary 12, 1950 and died April 29, 2018. She was the wife of Ray Ellis; mother of Brenda MCCAFFREY (Greg) Irvin and Alison (John) Hendricks; A funeral service for Karen McCaffrey (nee step-mother of Ray Ellis Jr., Michael (Beth) Treinis) was held Thursday, April 26, 2018 at Ellis and Mary (Dan) Dykshorn; grand- Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN. mother of Alex, Tyler, Tristen, Norah, Austin, Mrs. McCaffrey was born March 7, 1952 Dana, Nolan, and Colin; sister of Char, Judy and passed away April 23, 2018. Wife of John (Larry), Lloyd (Chris) and Jennifer (John). K. McCaffrey. Mother of Jennifer (late Dale) Interment will be private. Arrangements Harrison and the late Thomas (Patty) Mc- are entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home Caffrey. Grandmother of five. Sister of Steven (Janusz Family Funeral Service). and Richard. Interment was private. Arrangements BY MELANIE JONGSMA FOUSHI were entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, A funeral service for Sherry A. Foushi, Dyer, IN. LANSING, Ill. (April 19, 2018) – The Lansing Business Women’s Association nee Hart, was held Saturday, April 28, 2018 has been collecting coupons since 2010. They mail these coupons to military at Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home in MEAGHER bases overseas, where military families are allowed to use them up to six South Holland, IL with Rev. Edward Roman- A private funeral service for Wayne H. months past the expiration date. ski officiating. Mrs. Foushi was born Febru- Meagher was held at Thornridge Funeral The LBWA has a collection of thank-yous received from military person- ary 7, 1967 and passed away April 24, 2018. Home. Wife of Thomas J. Foushi. Mother of Saman- Mr. Wayne H. Meagher was born Sep- nel who have received coupons. “You cannot imagine the money our little tha Solt and Stephanie Solt. Daughter of tember 16, 1922 and died April 26, 2018. He family has saved and the difference these coupons have made,” wrote Heidi Judy (Paul) Bates and the late Samuel Hart. was the husband of Beverly nee Akenhead; Duncan, an Army wife in Germany, several years ago. And in a 2018 email, Sister of Steven Hart, Vicky Northam and father of Ross (Ann), Bruce and Gary (Diane Information Specialist Patrick Magruder wrote, “We just wanted to reach Lisa Hart. Interment Assumption Cemetery Lassila) Meagher; grandfather of Randy and out and give our heartfelt thanks to the Lansing Business Women for the – Glenwood, IL. Arrangements entrusted Susan; great-grandfather of 5. effort you put in to help us and the community feel more comfortable over- to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, Interment was private. Arrangements seas. It is efforts like yours that remind the community that we have sup- South Holland, IL. were entrusted to Thornridge Funeral Home port back home and that we are never forgotten.” (Janusz Family Funeral Service). Patricia Leck has been leading the LBWA’s military coupon program since GEHRIG A memorial service for Liselotte Gehrig WILKINS the beginning. The group tries to mail three boxes of coupons per month, A funeral service for Barbara A. Wilkins and each box costs just over $20 to mail. Because LBWA mailed 6 boxes in a (nee Duttke)will be held Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN. (nee Spudich) was held Tuesday, May 1, 2018 recent 45-day span, their postage fund is now completely depleted. at Smits Funeral Home in Dyer, IN. Mrs. Gehrig was born September 22, 1933 Mrs. Wilkins was born September 13, Lansing residents and businesses are welcome to make donations to re- and passed away April 18, 2018. Wife of Ger- 1954 and passed away April 27, 2018. Wife plenish the military coupon program’s postage fund. Contact Patricia Leck hard N. Gehrig. Mother of Gary (Jean) Gehrig of Frank Wilkins. Mother of Julie Wilkins and at 708-323-5232 for details. and Connie (David) Bonham. Grandmother Michael (Amy) Wilkins. Grandmother of 3. The Lansing Business Women’s Association meets at 8:00am on the third of 4. Sister of Reinhilde (Klaus) Stenger. Sister of Denise (late Gregory) Whittam. Wednesday of each month at the Lansing Municipal Center, 3141 Ridge Arrangements are entrusted to Smits Fu- Interment was private. Arrangements neral Home, Dyer, IN. Road. New members are welcome. were entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, GOLKE Dyer, IN. A funeral service for Carole L. Golke (nee YOUNG Notice of Public Sale McCarthy) was held on Tuesday, May 1, 2018 A funeral Mass for Donna L. Young (nee at Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home in Notice is hereby given that the undersigned will sell, to satisfy lien of the owner, according to Maurer) was held Monday, April 30, 2018 at South Holland, IL with Rev. William Flesh- St. Maria Goretti Catholic Church in Dyer, (770 ILCS 95/) Self-Service Storage Facility Act. I at public sale by competitive bidding on www. man officiating. IN, with Rev. Timothy McFarland officiating. storagetreasures.com ending on May 9, 2018 at 10:00 am or after for units located at: Mrs. Golke was born June 15, 1933 and Mrs. Young was born February 16, 1942 Compass Self Storage, passed away April 26, 2018. Wife of the late and passed away April 25, 2018. Wife of John 2556 Bernice Rd., Lansing, IL 60438 Bernie. Mother of the late Craig A. Golke O. Young. Mother of Vicki (Stephen) Glins- The personal goods stored therein by the following may include, but are not limited to general and the late Doug E. Golke. Grandmother ki-White, John C. Young, and Heather Young. of Eric (Kelly) Golke and Daniel Golke and household, furniture, boxes clothes and appliances. Purchases must be made with cash only and Grandmother of 6. Sister of Diane (late Rosa- great-grandmother of 4. rio) Cascone, Susan (late John) Bernard, and paid at the time of sale. All goods are sold as is and must be removed at the time of purchase. Inurnment was at Cedar Park Cemetery the late Patricia Ann Maurer. Compass Self Storage reserves the right to refuse any bid. Sale is subject to adjournment. - Calumet Park, IL. Arrangements were en- Interment was private. Arrangements trusted to Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral were entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, Unit # Tenant’s Name Unit # Tenant’s Name Unit # Tenant’s Name Home, South Holland, IL. Dyer, IN. B1035 Wilson, Mequelle B1080 Anderson, Loretta B1282 Hall, Edward We’re $ any large $ any super OFF 16” pizza OR OFF18” pizza THAT Good! 2 3 $3 OFF YOU LOVE IT. YOU WANT IT. $2 OFF your order of $4 OFF your order of $25 or more your order of YOU GOTTA HAVE IT. $20 or more $30 or more Must mention coupon when ordering. OPEN AURELIO’S PIZZA Not good with any other offer. 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Submit announcements online at 0.53) rating difficulty (Medium, 1 Puzzle Announcements are free and run in The Shopper each week. They are accepted by e-mail at [email protected], or at the front counter. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. for the following Thursday’s edition. The Shopper reserves the right to edit all content. BW 20 | May 2, 2018 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper Look for dog park progress in May by Melanie Jongsma LANSING, Ill. (April 23, 2018) - The Park Board received four bidders for the dog park project, and all four were over budget. Innovation Landscape, Inc., was the lowest bidder, so park district architect Planning Resources, Inc. reviewed each line item of their proposal and made adjustments to bring the project within budget. The Board of Commissioners then unanimously approved and awarded the bid to Innovation Landscape, Inc. The project is still awaiting permits from the Metropolitan Water Recla- mation District and the Village of Lansing. April’s unpredictable weather would have made the project difficult to begin anyway, says Sharon Desjar- dins, Senior Superintendent of Strategy & Operations. Visible progress will begin in mid-May, however, as the asphalt work has been ordered and is scheduled. In addition, in May the park district will build a wood fence around the maintenance yard at that location, in order to beautify the site. Desjardins and park district staff are also working out the details for a Winterhoff Park to join Lan-Oak Park dog park sponsorship program that will allow businesses and residents to participate in enhancing the dog park. The park district has already been District’s series of ‘destination’ parks contacted by one Lansing business and one Lansing resident with requests BY MELANIE JONGSMA to financially participate. LANSING, Ill. (April 23, 2018) – Van Laten Park has a StoryWalk. Lions Park has pickleball. Potts Park is slated for bocce. And Bock Park will be home to Lansing’s new dog park. Each of these is an example of the Lan-Oak Park District’s strategy of creating “Destination Parks,” with something unique Summer projects in about each one, rather than providing the same standard equipment in all Lansing parks. This year, Winterhoff Park will become the destination for music lovers. Lansing parks The Park Board researched options for installing outdoor musical instru- information provided by the Park District Board of Commissioners ments, such as those created by Freenotes Harmony Park and Rhapsody Outdoor Musical Instruments. After obtaining samples and information, LANSING, Ill. (April 23, 2018) - With the approval of the Fiscal Year 2018– staff made a recommendation to the Committee of the Whole to use Land- 2019 operating budget at their April 23 meeting, the Park Board approved scape Structures to provide and install a “Symphony” amenity at Winterhoff funding of various projects scheduled for this summer in parks through- Park. That recommendation was approved at the April 23 meeting. out Lansing, including Symphony comprises six pieces of musical equipment—half suitable for SPRING AND MOTHER’S DAY FASHIONS the following: younger children and half suitable up to adult ages. The instruments in- • Renovating the soft- clude a Goblet Drum, a Kundu Drum, a Kettle Drum, a Jingle Metallophone, , ball diamond and an Animato Metallophone, and a Grandioso Chime. A single post shade toMom painting the back- structure will enhance the space. New Spring withHours: Love stop at Lions Park and Summer M-F 9:30 - 4:30 The idea for bringing outdoor musical instruments to Lansing was pre- Colors! Sat 9:30-3:00 • Resurfacing and re- sented to the Park Board by a resident last year. The Board liked the idea, Southern Lady Nikki-N’Touch-Links pairing the basket- but the budget had already been approved, so they were unable to designate Affordable Fashions ball court at Schultz Sizes 8 to 3X any money to the concept at that time. This year a fresh budget is in place, Park and the Fox Pointe development has made Winterhoff a natural location Fashionette • Painting the rest for a musical feature. Winterhoff Park is located directly northeast of Fox 3334 RIDGE ROAD • LANSING IL • 708-474-0349 room building and Pointe. Visible Music College is also nearby, adding more musical possibili- the backstop at ties to the concept. Schultz Park Senior Superintendent of Strategy & Operations Sharon Desjardins said, • Painting the back- “Symphony incorporates beautifully into the goal of the park district to offer Great Real Estate Finds! stop at Rotary Park a wide variety of recreational opportunities in our parks that address the • Adding concrete diverse interests of our residents.” bags games to the St John Restaurant for Sale horseshoe areas at Prime location on US 41 (Wicker Ave). Turnkey pizza/restaurant corporation with all equipment. 22 years of good will; quality Lan-Oak Park and food, beverages and service. Major carry-out/delivery business Schultz Park and full dine-in restaurant plus 3-way liquor license. Affordable • Asphalt repair and business, much cheaper than start-up cost or franchise. new park benches at Excellent profits and cash-flow! Asking $185,000. 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Call Kent Magnuson Winterhoff Park will become the “destination” park for music lovers once the park district installs outdoor musical instruments. Winterhoff is located northeast of Fox (708) 889-2656 Pointe and Visible Music College, adding more musical possibilities to the concept. Subscribe to the daily digital edition at thelansingjournal.com/news/subscribe The Lansing Journal | May 2, 2018 | 21 Forever Plaid to open in Munster INFORMATION PROVIDED BY Her work has been seen at Mercury From left: Christopher Ratliff, Yando Lopez, Matt Edmonds, and Adam LaSalle star THEATRE AT THE CENTER Theater Chicago, Bailiwick Chicago, in Theatre at the Center’s production of Forever Plaid in Munster, BoHo, Theo Ubique Cabaret, and MUNSTER, Ind. (April 5, 2018) – Indiana. (Photo: Guy Rhodes) Porchlight Music Theatre. Didier Matt Edmonds in the role of Sparky, has received Jeff Awards for both Adam LaSalle as Francis, Yando direction and choreography. Lopez as Jinx, and Christopher Ratliff as Smudge star in Theatre at The creative team the Center’s spring musical, Forever The creative team for Forever Plaid Plaid. Previews begin May 3 with includes Scenic Designer Jessie Opening Night May 6 and perfor- Howe, Lighting Designer G. “Max” mances continuing through June 3. Maxin, Sound Designer Michael J. Patrick, Costume Designer Brenda The story Winstead, Wig Design by Kevin Forever Plaid, written by Stuart Barthel, and Prop Design by Frank Ross, is a musical revue that follows a Roberts, who also serves as Assis- quirky quartet of high school chums tant Director. Stage Manager is Jes- as they rehearse for the biggest per- sica Banaszak. William Underwood formance of their lives while dream- is Music Director. ing of becoming like their singing idols—including the Four Aces, the The management Four Lads, the Four Freshmen, and Linda Fortunato, as TATC’s Artis- the Crew Cuts. Their spirited antics Adam LaSalle (Francis) is making Christopher Ratliff (Smudge) made tic Director, is teamed with Richard and comic banter weave together his TATC debut. He recently ap- his TATC debut as part of the ensem- Friedman as General Manager and such hits as “Three Coins in the peared Off-Broadway and in the ble in A Wonderful Life – The Musical. Ann Davis as Head of Production. Fountain,” “Heart and Soul,” and “Love Chicago premiere of Forbidden He has also appeared as Jon Snow/ Showtimes and prices is a Many-Splendored Thing,” in a Broadway’s Spamilton playing King Jaime/Ramsay in Thrones! The Musi- Performances are 2:00pm playful tribute to the close harmony George, and he served as the show’s cal Parody at the Apollo Theatre, as Wednesdays and Thursdays; 7:30pm “guy groups” of the 1950s. pianist and music director. Jason in Bare: A Pop Opera at Refuge Fridays; 3:00pm and 7:30pm on The stars Yando Lopez (Jinx and Dance Theatre, as Freddy in Pygmalion at Saturdays; and 2:30pm on Sundays, Matt Edmonds (Sparky) was last Captain) also makes his TATC debut the Rogue Theatre, and as Laurie in with select Thursday and Sunday seen at TATC as L.M. in Pump Boys with Forever Plaid. He was Jeff-nom- Little Women at 20% Theatre. night performances. and Dinettes and in multiple roles inated for his role as Lin-Manuel Individual ticket prices range in Big River. Recent work includes Miranda in Spamilton at the Royal The director from $42—$46. To purchase indi- Ragtime at Griffin Theatre, James George Theatre. Other credits in- Brenda Didier is Director and vidual tickets, call the Box Office and the Giant Peach at Drury Lane clude The Christians at Steppenwolf, Choreographer of Forever Plaid. at 219-836-3255 or Tickets.com at Oakbrook, and Death of a Salesman In the Heights at Porchlight Music Didier made her directorial and 800-511-1532. Group discounts are at Redtwist Theatre, which earned Theatre and Paramount Theatre choreographic debut at TATC in available for groups of 11 or more, him a Jeff Nomination for Best Sup- and Little Shop of Horrors with 2017 with the stage hit My Way: student tickets are $20, and gift porting Actor in a Play. American Blues Theatre. A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra. certificates are also available.
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Adults and children alike are invited to join the fun after Lansing’s 2018 Good Neighbor Day Parade as we celebrate anniversaries for Lansing (125 years) and the State of Illinois (200 years). Attractions include: Food and drinks (alcohol included) available for purchase from Tacos & Burritos Rancho Grande and Lynnie Ques Live DJ and dancing 9-hole miniature golf course Actors Yando Lopez, Adam LaSalle, Christopher Ratliff and Matt Edmonds. Photo by GuyRhodes. Video gaming truck Commemorative selfie station and historical Lansing slide show Photo opportunities with Lansing’s official airplane Miniature therapy ponies Other surprises!
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT SHEILA @ 708-895-7208 4c 22 | May 2, 2018 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper Sunnybrook School District prepares for third annual 5K Saturday, May 19, 9:00am, at Heritage Middle School
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY Dr. Erika Millhouse-Pettis, co-chair SUNNYBROOK SCHOOL DISTRICT 171 of the event, said, “It is our firm belief that community engagement LANSING, Ill. (April 7, 2018) – Prepa- in the school district enriches the rations are underway for the Sunny- brook School District 171 Education lives of students, helps develop com- Foundation’s third annual 5K Walk/ munity awareness, and enhances the Run/Bike on Saturday, May 19, at partnership between Sunnybrook 9:00am at Heritage Middle School. School District 171 and the commu- The event will not only raise nities of Lansing and Lynwood.” money for Sunnybrook School Dr. Hughes B. George, Superinten- District’s Student Growth Fund, dent of 171, added, “The purpose of but will also contribute to an the 5K Walk/Run/Bike is to further the Education Foundation, echoed found directly on the district’s web- ongoing partnership between the motivate community members to Dr. George’s sentiments: “The suc- site: www.sd171.org. Lansing-Lynwood Community and become and remain active in the var- cess of our communities depends For additional information, con- Sunnybrook School District 171. ious programs, initiatives, and orga- largely on the success of our stu- tact either of the event co-chairs: The Student Growth Fund enrich- nizations that are available within dents and our schools. Therefore, in • Dr. Erika Millhouse-Pettis, 708- es the learning of School District 171 the District for parents, community order for either one to be successful, 895-0750 or [email protected] students through various programs members, and other stakeholders.” we must work together.” • Mr. Richard Brown, 708-895- and scholarships. Mr. Gregory Cade, President of Registration for the 5K can be 0750 or [email protected]
Dan Podgorski becomes Lansing Hall-of-Famer
information provided by the Lansing Little League Executive Board Podgorski transitioned out of coaching in order to raise a family. He served as Babe Ruth President from 1993–1995. During that time, he also LANSING, Ill. (April 21, 2018) - During Opening Day ceremonies for the became more involved in Lansing Old Timers, serving as Treasurer for 2018 season, Dan Podgorski was inducted into the Lansing Little League the organization. He resumed coaching in 1996 when his oldest daughter, Hall of Fame. BreAnne, got involved in Little League and then in Lansing Girls Softball the Podgorski, who formerly served as Village President and currently serves following year. Podgorski has coached one of his kids’ teams every year since as Village Administrator, became involved in Lansing Little League as a 1996, most recently with Caden in Little League and Miley in Lansing Girls player in 1980, after his family moved to Lansing from Harvey, Illinois. He Softball. Along the way, he served as Lansing Old Timers President from played for Lions Club and Coach Bill Pierce, and then played in the Babe 1996–2011 and Concessions Manager in 2012. He began his current tenure Ruth program until his 18-year-old season. After a summer off, he became a as Lansing Old Timers President in 2013. manager in the Babe Ruth 14–15-year-old league for five years. The Lansing Little League Executive Board said of Podgorski, “He tire- lessly works to provide everything needed for youth sports to be an enjoy- able experience for participants, families, and visitors—all with a spirit of humility that is contagious. His humble service is the blueprint for all who volunteer their time and efforts.”
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Special Olympics Illinois kicks off 50th-anniversary celebration First Special Olympics was held July 20, 1968, at Soldier Field
INFORMATION PROVIDED BY THE source of pride in our state histo- adults with intellectual disabil- OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR ry,” said Gov. Rauner. “For the past ities at what later became the Touch of Nature Environmental CARBONDALE, Ill. (April 6, 2018) 50 years, the Special Olympics has Center. His pioneering work - Gov. Bruce Rauner joined ath- made the world a more compas- provided invaluable guidance letes and volunteers for the Special sionate and inclusive place. We as Eunice Kennedy Shriver built Olympics Illinois 50th Anniversary thank those who laid the foundation out programs across the country Kickoff celebrations at the Touch for this life-changing organization.” of Nature Environmental Center in In the 1950s, Southern Illinoisan for the special needs community Carbondale. Dr. William H. Freeberg, an early through The Kennedy Founda- “The Special Olympics has its leader in therapeutic recreation, tion. Dr. Freeberg was also a con- roots in Illinois and is a major started a camp for children and sultant for Shriver and co-found- er Anne Burke Canada competed in the first as they col- Special Olympics,” Illinois Supreme laborated Court Justice Anne Burke said. to plan the “Fifty years later, the games that first Spe- were ‘born in Chicago’ started ear- cial Olym- lier as seedlings at Touch of Nature pics, which Educational Center in Carbondale. was held at Special Olympics changed the world Chicago’s forever by celebrating the abilities Soldier of people who have disabilities.” Field in “The chance to share in the histo- July of ry of Special Olympics is very excit- 1968. ing, and it is great to see so much “On that support from Chicago and Spring- beautiful field, as well as the whole state,” said day in Sol- Special Olympics Illinois Assistant dier Field, Director Shane Bennett. “Today is while ob- also a way for us to showcase the serving the park and facilities that Touch of gorgeous Nature has to offer.” sunrise The 2018 Special Olympics USA over Lake Games will be held in Seattle, Michi- Washington, from July 1 to July 6. gan, 1,000 The Games will host 3,500 athletes athletes from across the country competing from 26 in 14 sports. states and 4c
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