Berwyn fall ISSUE!
August 2014 Issue 3
MAGAZINE
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Fall
EVENTS
Enjoy one of the many events in Berwyn this fall!
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BerwynStyle Est. 1908
Berwyn’s 2014 Integrated Marketing Campaign!
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A quarterly publication by the Berwyn Development Corporation 3322 S. Oak Park Ave. • Berwyn, IL 60402 708-788-8100 • www.berwyn.net
GOOD NEIGHBOR AWARDS
Five Berwyn properties receive Good Neighbor Awards.
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Active
Transportation
Berwyn continues to support active lifestyles!
Pg 13 Estimado residente de Berwyn… nuestro boletín comunitario ya esta en Español Quédese en contacto con su comunidad. Si quisiera recibir este boletín (GRATIS) en su idioma, por favor de llamar al BDC y preguntar por Gerardo Zavala al 708-788-8100 o sobre e-mail a: info@berwyn.net.
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President
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in his own words
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t’s been a very busy year for the Berwyn Development Corporation Economic Development and Chamber Services Commissions. To date we’ve been very fortunate to see new businesses open and existing businesses expand in all of our major corridors. Projects currently under construction MAL MONTOYA President include Frank Thomas’s Big Hurt BDC Board of Directors Brew House on the southwest corner of Cermak Road and Oak Park Avenue, Torres Fresh Market on 26th Street and Familia Fresh Market on Oak Park Avenue in the Depot District. As proud as we are of our accomplishments in the first half of the year, there is more to come. According to Chicago Magazine, one of the five best things to do in September is to attend the Berwyn Rt66 Car Show. This year will be bigger and better than ever starting with a cook-out on Friday September 5 at Paisans Pizzeria & Bar to officially welcome all of our out of town guests to the Car Show on September 6.
The BDC’s Depot District Special Events Committee will celebrate its 13th annual Oktoberfest this year. The successful two-day event takes place in the Depot District on both sides of the Metra tracks between Oak Park and Home Avenues. Visitors will enjoy great local food, live performances, amusement rides, kids’ activities, crafters, vendors, and of course, a world class beer garden. To close out the month, the Berwyn Historical Society’s 8th annual Historic Berwyn’s Bungalow Tour will be coming up in September. Cited as the Best Neighborhood for Bungalows by This Old House magazine, Berwyn boasts one of the largest concentrations of Chicago-style bungalow homes in the nation. Docents will share the history of each house on the tour as well as indicate any special or unique features the house may have. Tour-goers may walk, bike, and or drive between tour houses. And finally, it’s all about BerwynStyle! Since 2007, the City of Berwyn, in partnership with the BDC, has successfully deployed its “Why Berwyn?” Integrated Marketing Campaign both to entice visitors and residents alike to enjoy the entertainment, dining and shopping options in Berwyn and to highlight Berwyn as a prime location for business. Throughout the region, many have seen the rising sun bulls-eye and strategically placed bungalow, in conjunction with a bold statement clearly encapsulating the Berwyn brand. Now, in its 8th year, the 2014 Integrated Marketing Campaign proudly introduces “BerwynStyle -Est. 1908-” to carry the tradition forward. To learn more about what’s going on in Berwyn please visit whyberwyn.com.
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Berwyn MAGAZINE
BOARD OF DIRECTORS OFFICERS PRESIDENT
Mal Montoya VICE PRESIDENT, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
John Aranza
VICE PRESIDENT, CHAMBER SERVICES
Jousef Mondragon TREASURER
Guy Hollis
BERWYN RT 66 CAR SHOW
OKTOBERFEST
Paisans Cook-Out — Sept. 5, 7pm – 10 pm Main Event — Sept. 6, 7 am – 4 pm Held annually on the first weekend after Labor Day, the Car Show takes visitors on a stroll through 500+ vintage and custom cars, trucks and motorcycles along with live music, automobile flamethrowing and a cacklefest of dragsters that will thrill spectators!
September 19, 6 pm - 11 pm September 20, Noon - 11 pm This is Berwyn’s biggest party of the year! The event boasts an international food court, live bands with headliners 16 Candles and 7th Heaven, carnival and amusements, family pavilion, crafters and vendors on Windsor & Stanley Aves. in the Depot District. FREE!
SECRETARY
Dorothy Chiero EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Anthony Griffin
DIRECTORS Christine Tully Aranza Christopher Bell Tom Benson Alan Comella Maribel Del Real Jon Fey Jeff Janda Peggy Rose Kwiatek Alba Lovero Beverly Pastorek Scott Steiner STAFF OFFICE MANAGER
Sande Brennan
BUNGALOW TOUR
ZOMBIE WALK & PUB CRAWL
September 28, Noon-5pm The Berwyn Historical Society will hold Historic Berwyn’s 8th Annual house tour, “Bungalows and More.” For details please visit Berwynbungalow.org.
October 25, 4:30 pm - 8:30 pm Dress in your un-dead best and head to Roosevelt Road for the fifth annual Zombie Walk & Pub Crawl. Register to participate at WhyBerwyn.com.
DIRECTOR OF CHAMBER SERVICES
Amy M. Crowther RECEPTIONIST
Christina Pennell ACCOUNTANT
Peggy Harrington URBAN PLANNER
Kurtis Pozsgay, AICP ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
REGULARS
FEATURES
02 President’s Column
03 Fall Events
05 Small Business Improvements
04 Berwyn’s Marketing Campaign
06 New Members
10 Good Neighbor Awards
07 Grand Openings
12 Taste of Main Street
08,09,11 “Hot Deals” Coupons
12 Moving Wall
14 Partners in the Community
13 Ascot Systems Anniversary
15 Local Gems
13 Active Transportation Updates
Judy Saraceno-Swenson
PROJECT MANAGER, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Mark McGuire
PROJECT MANAGER, GRAPHIC DESIGN & COMMUNICATIONS
Paula Svora
BUSINESS OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Gerardo Zavala
Want to learn more about the City of Berwyn’s TIF incentive or looking for properties that are for lease or sale? Visit Berwyn.net and click on “Economic Development” for information on the programs that can assist your existing or new business. Learn about available programs including Tax Increment Financing (TIF) and the Commercial Loan PAGE Program. Browse the Property Search for opportunities. Gather information on Berwyn’s business corridors, demographics and urban planning initiatives.
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“BerwynStyle Est. 1908” A top choice destination for visitors and homebuyers The City of Berwyn and the Berwyn Development Corporation are pleased to announce the launch of the City of Berwyn’s 2014 Integrated Marketing Campaign.
BerwynStyle Now in its eighth year, the 2014 ”BerwynStyle Est. 1908” campaign continues Berwyn’s tradition of branding itself as a top-choice destination for visitors as well as move-up and first-time homebuyers. This year, the campaign has maintained its bull’s eye graphic as a rising sun set against an iconic bungalow. “For the past century, Berwyn has proudly been called the ‘City of Homes’ because of our architecturally rich neighborhoods that showcase a variety of housing styles, most notably our classic bungalows,” said Mayor Robert J. Lovero. “More recently, the PAGE economic revitalization of our business districts
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has made Berwyn not only a great place to live but also a thriving destination to visit. We welcome newcomers to get some BerwynStyle and join us as we continue to our tradition of remarkable neighborhoods.” Mal Montoya, BDC Board President, added, “Just a short trip from Chicago’s Loop, Berwyn is a destination that can be enjoyed by families, urban dwellers and entrepreneurs alike. We offer inviting neighborhoods, a vibrant business community and a cultural scene that embraces the arts. We are blessed with diversity in residents and business and welcome visitors to explore the many amenities that answer the question,
Why Berwyn? Once you get to know the area, you find that BerwynStyle is a lifestyle built within a trendy neighborhood.” The 2014 campaign runs from June through September and includes billboards in Chicago neighborhoods, posters on CTA el platforms, direct-toconsumer outreach through special events and direct mailing, digital advertising and radio advertising.
Diversity/LGBTQ Berwyn is a destination that thrives on diversity. The City of Berwyn proudly welcomes the LGBTQ community to our progressive city through outreach at the Pride Parade and Northalsted Market Days.
WhyBerwyn.com The WhyBerwyn.com website provides visitors with a stream of information on the area’s real estate, retailers and service providers, schools, parks and recreation, cultural hot spots and special events. Whatever the angle, visitors are certain to find an answer to the question, “Why Berwyn?” The site includes a comprehensive calendar of events that details the City’s many festivals and recreational opportunities as well as a full local business listing to promote the business base and offer convenient access to Berwyn’s hottest places to shop, dine and relax. @whyberwyn @whyberwyn
Small Business Improvements Five small businesses have recently received TIF funds to improve their facades and/or interior spaces.
7003 W. OGDEN AVENUE
BERWYN RT 66 MUSEUM
6838 W. WINDSOR AVENUE
CARLA’S PLACE
Carla’s Place, the Depot District’s newest restaurant, received TIF funds to install a new awning. The owner invested several thousand into upgrading to the 1,800 sq. ft. space, including upgrades to the ansul fire suppression system as required by the Berwyn Fire Department. See coupon on page 11! tel: 708.788.2330 Facebook: @CarlasPlaceBerwyn
7020 W. OGDEN AVENUE
DUNKIN DONUTS
Berwyn’s Route 66 Museum has been approved to use TIF funds for redevelopment work. Due to a severe wind storm, half of the front windows and aluminum moldings were broken. The facade is also in need of tuckpointing. The TIF scope of work includes, but is not limited to, storefront windows, tuckpointing and awning/signage. The Route 66 Museum has been established since 2010. Visit: berwynrt66museum.org tel: 708.484.9349
Royal Corporation, who own several area Dunkin Donuts, was awarded TIF funds for redevelopment work at their Ogden Ave. store. The TIF scope of work includes, but is not limited to, architectural, millwork and awning/signage. TIF is covering only a portion of a full remodel scheduled for this store. The remodeling plans to improve the in-store and drive-through service to decrease wait times. Visit: dunkindonuts.com tel: 708.795.5444
6333 W. OGDEN AVENUE 6733 W. STANLEY AVENUE
MIKE & SONS AUTO SERVICE
Big Tease Salon is receiving TIF funds for the build out of their new commercial space. The TIF scope of work includes plumbing, electrical and carpentry. The applicant will renovate this approximately 1,100 sq. ft. building after successfully operating at 3118 Oak Park Ave for over 5 years. The salon employs 3 full time stylists and one part time employee. Their extensive clientele include locals and many traveling from outside of Berwyn.
Mike & Sons Auto Service, in business since 1993, was approved for TIF funds for redevelopment work at their commercial space. The TIF scope of work includes, but is not limited to, façade and overhead doors. Mike & Sons is an auto repair shop with over 1,000 clients. The three overhead doors on this approximately 2,500 sq. ft. commercial space are in need of repair and replacement which also includes façade PAGE stabilization. See coupon on page 9!
BIG TEASE HAIR SALON
tel: 708.749.3300
tel: 708.484.1767
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Welcome New Members MAY 2014 - JULY 2014
ANTHONY’S PIZZA Anthony Cosmano 6237 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.749.1100 anthonyspizzaplace.com Restaurant & Catering BEN’S HVAC CORPORATION Benjamin Barragan 6234 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.393.4455/56 benshvac.yolasite.com Heating & Air Conditioning BERWYN SIGNS Javier Rojas 2312 S. Highland Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.1900 berwynsigns.com Sign Production CARLA’S PLACE INC. Carla Trombetta 6838 W. Windsor Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.788.2333 Restaurant & Catering See coupon on page 11! CK NAILS Leticia Solis 6922 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.3512 Nail Salon DR. SUSAN KLYBER, DDS, PC Dr. Susan Klyber 6725 W. Stanley Avenue, Ste. 6 Berwyn, IL 60402 708.788.7505 drklyber.com Dentistry LSA RESEARCH Laurie Parker Berwyn, IL 60402 773.350.5405 Research Firm PAGE
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ELEVATE ENERGY Sarah Gulezian 322 S. Green Street, Suite 300 Chicago, IL 60607 773.269.4037 elevateenergy.org Non-Profit, Utilities See ad on page 10!
K&G FASHION SUPERSTORE #711 Joene Rosko 7175 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.4676 kgstores.com Apparel-Women’s & Men’s
FIGATNER-SCOTT DECORATING CENTER Jim Figatner 6217 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.2800 figatner-scott.com Paints & Decorating
MARCO’S DIGITAL STUDIO INC. Marco A. Alvarado 6720 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.749.3315 marcosdigitalstudio.com Photography
FLASHME PHOTOGRAPHY INC. Daniela Gonzalez 6930 W. Windsor Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 773.629.9323 flashmephotographystudio.com Photography
MCDONALD’S #2542 Demeita Crooks 7031 W. Ogden Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.8047 mcdonalds.com Restaurant
GODSON’S Melissa Granat 6910 W. Windsor Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.897.4391 Bar & Lounge HOOKAH BUZZ John Dasoqi 6912 W. Windsor Ave. Berwyn, IL 60402 708.317.5394 thehookahbuzz.com Hookah Lounge INTEGRITY CONTRACT SERVICES, INC. James E. Boswell 6808 W. Archer Avenue Chicago, IL 60638 708.340.7333 integritycs.biz Construction & Maintenance
Full business listing @ WhyBerwyn.com
MISSION HOUSE CAFE Joshua Brniak 6818 W. 34th Street Berwyn, IL 60402 708.476.6235 Coffee House MODAS Gabriela Lopez 6502 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.9010 Apparel-Women’s MONARCA HAIR DESIGN Juana Pińon 6832 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.749.1113 Hair Salon OFF THE TRAXX Eddie Wilkowski 3144 S. Oak Park Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.637.4430 Bar & Lounge
PARRILLA EXPRESS Julio Mora 6401 W. 34th Street Berwyn, IL 60402 708.637.4799 parrillaexpress.com Restaurant & Catering PAV REALTORS Joseph J. Pav 6308 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.795.7100 pavrealtors.com Realtors REVIVE BOUTIQUE Marlene Murillo 6444 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.788.7550 revive-boutique.com Apparel-Women’s SALUD FAMILY CLINIC Maria Perez 2215 S. Oak Park Avenue Berwyn, IL 60402 708.788.0101 Medical Office SUBWAY Navin Fazal 6301 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.749.0000 subway.com Restaurant WAGNER’S LOUNGE Randi Wagner 6840 W. Cermak Road Berwyn, IL 60402 708.484.9887 Bar & Lounge WELL DRESSED MAN, LLC Marcel Townsel Berwyn, IL 60402 708.527.7004 welldressedman.net Apparel-Men’s
Grand Openings 01 Hookah Buzz
6912 W Windsor Avenue thehookahbuzz.com Hookah lounge
02 FlashMe Photography Inc.
6930 W Windsor Avenue flashmephotographystudio.com Maternity, baby & boudoir photography
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03 Godson’s
6910 W Windsor Avenue Sports bar & lounge
04 Carla’s Place
6838 W Windsor Avenue Italian fast-casual & catering see coupon on page 11!
05 Mission House Cafe
6818 W 34th Street Not-for-profit coffee house
06 McDonald’s
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Five Berwyn Properties Receive Good Neighbor Awards The Chicago Association of REALTORS® created the Good Neighbor Awards in 1992 to encourage rehabilitation and redevelopment in Chicago’s north side neighborhoods. Good Neighbor Awards recognize those efforts that go above and beyond the norm to surpass challenges, take special care to create properties that enhance surrounding neighborhoods Pictured: Wire and bring stigmatized properties back to life. These awards recognize properties that offer unique facilities and amenities that support economic development and strengthen community pride.
• SCHADEMANN STUDIOS, 6729 W. Roosevelt Road. A 1918 vintage storefront was restored to its original condition and now houses a photography studio. • SMILE FIXATION, 7039 W. Roosevelt Road. A 2,700 square foot vacant storefront was renovated into a new family dental practice. • WIRE, 6815 W. Roosevelt Road. A redeveloped commercial space was restored into a 10,000 square foot, 350-person capacity music venue with recording studios and Rock University.
The City of Berwyn is proud to announce that five renovation projects received Good Neighbor Awards in 2014.
• TWO BUNGALOW RESTORATIONS 2118 Clinton Avenue and 3645 Scoville Avenue, are residential renovation projects taken on by Jack Shay of Victorian Inc.
“ THESE PROJECTS HAVE HAD A TREMENDOUS, POSITIVE IMPACT ON BERWYN AND WILL INFLUENCE FUTURE DEVELOPMENT FOR YEARS TO COME ”
Additionally, one honorable mention was awarded to: • SAFELITE AUTOGLASS, 6538-40 W. Ogden Avenue
MAYOR ROBERT J. LOVERO
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Savings cannot be guaranteed. Individual bills will vary month to month based on market rates, weather and individual electricity usage. Customers interested in the ComEd RRTP program who have selected another electric supplier or are included in municipal aggregation should check with their supplier regarding cancelation terms and conditions before enrolling.
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a stroll down the Cermak Road corridor and experience the
HONOR 2014 AUGUST 7-11 PROKSA PARK
rich diversity of Berwyn. Our participating restaurants are
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Taste of Main Street
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erwyn Main Street presents the 3rd Annual Taste of Main Street on Thursday, August 28 from 5-9pm. Take
along the way. After you’ve had your fill, make sure you stop by Wagner’s Lounge to cap the night with a four-hour live Latin music set from Caliente, starting at 8pm. Price of admission is only $10, which includes a taste of more than a dozen of Cermak Road’s finest establishments, as well as an automatic raffle entry for an iPad mini and other prizes. Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.eventbrite. com/e/taste-of-main-street-tickets-7971871081 or at BMO Harris Bank, Berwyn Jackson Hewitt, Vesecky’s Bakery, Wagner’s Lounge, or Café Latino.
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Berwyn continues to support active lifestyles
Happy Anniversary, Ascot Systems!
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which includes healthy
business with his parents
community initiatives
and today continues a
to help Berwyn become
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n 2012, the City of
stablished in 1979, Doug
Berwyn approved its
Ostrowski founded
Active Transportation Plan,
his heating and cooling
more bike- and pedestrianfriendly, making it safer
to-earth service with his long-time, loyal crew and wife along with son who has
and easier to travel actively without the need for a car. The
recently joined the business. Ascot Systems, Inc. offers
initiatives have also ensured safe active travel to Berwyn’s
installation, cleaning and repair services on a wide
primary schools and parks. The City of Berwyn was awarded
range of furnaces, air conditioners, boilers (hot water
grant funds through the Illinois Transportation Enhancement
and steam), humidifiers, and air cleaners. The business
Program (ITEP) to fund the following initiatives.
proudly boasts that 90% of their new customers come from referrals. It’s no surprise since Doug’s honesty and
East Avenue Bike Plan Implementation
integrity is shown through simple acts like giving free
This project will consist of installing shared lane markings
advice over the phone so that people can resolve their
along one of Berwyn’s designated bicycle ways, East Avenue.
own issues. They also give free estimates for equipment
This project will assist the City in implementing its City-wide
replacement or new installation. See coupon on page 11!
bike plan. The City has placed bike route and destination signage along this particular route and the next step is to
Call Doug at 708-222-3000 or visit:
place pavement markings to further remind drivers that this
http://www.ascotsystemshvac.com
street is a shared route. City of Berwyn Sidewalk Improvements This project consists of the installation of sidewalks, where non-existent along City and State owned arterials and collector routes. Sidewalks will provide an alternative and comfortable mode of transportation, with a connection to alternative modes such as public transit.
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Citywide Bike Route Signs Started in 2011, the project will consist of installing bike route signage and destination signage along the City’s bike network. Current users of the network indicated that the destination signs are helpful and the bike route signage has made drivers aware that bicyclists may be within the right-of-way. Berwyn Depot District Beautification – Oak Park Avenue This project will improve the Depot District transit corridor by adding visually attractive infrastructure elements, correcting non-compliant ADA issues on sidewalks, retrofitting an existing signalized intersection with preemption for emergency vehicles going to the adjacent hospital. Further, the area will experience an increase in ridership at the Oak Park Avenue, Harlem Avenue and LaVergne MetraBNSF commuter rail station by significantly enhancing the transportation experience.
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Partners in our COMMUNITY bsd100.org BERWYN SCHOOL DISTRICT 100 Virtual Summer School program School District 100’s pilot Virtual Summer School program, available through the summer break from June 9 to August 8, is proving to be extremely successful. Statistics for a 3 week period from June 9 to June 27 show VSS students, fully engaged and reading 13,678 online books, and logging in 328,386 minutes of math, an amazing accomplishment! School offices will reopen on August 4 and we will be registering students for the 2015 school year on August 6 between 7 am and 3 pm and on August 7 from 1 to 6 pm. Returning families are asked to complete the convenient online registration prior to bringing their documents to their child’s school; The Back to School Carnival will be held on Sunday, August 17 from 12 to 3 pm at Proksa Park and the first day of school is August 18. Please visit our website for additional information. www.bsd100.org.
bn98.org BERWYN NORTH SCHOOL DISTRICT 98 While students are enjoying their summer break, District 98 is preparing for the coming school year. There are several major projects taking place this summer. All district facilities are being re-wired so that they can all have wireless capability. This is one step towards fulfilling the district’s technology vision. Once the wireless is in place, a new VOIP phone system will be installed replacing the current system that is about fifteen years old. In addition to the wireless and phone system, new cameras will be installed in all of our schools. District 98 has received an $80,000 Illinois School Security Grant. This will allow us to install digital cameras and recording devices in all of our schools. Through an intergovernmental agreement we plan on sharing access with the Berwyn Police Department. These projects will ensure that our schools continue to provide up-to-date, safe and secure learning environments for our children.
berwynparks.org BERWYN PARK DISTRICT As the summer continues on, Berwyn Community agencies and Area Veterans are proud to be bringing The Moving Wall to Berwyn. The Moving Wall is the half-size replica of the Washington, DC Vietnam Veterans Memorial. This wonderful memorial will be on display 24 hours a day at Proksa Park from August 7 —11. The Berwyn Park District is looking for those who are interested in volunteering to help make The Moving Wall’s visit a very special and memorable event. For those who are interested in volunteering, please contact Conor Cahill at ccahill@berwynparks.org. Our Fall Brochure will be released soon. Be sure to get yourself a copy and take advantage of PAGE our fun programs and be in the know of our wonderful events! For general information
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morton201.org MORTON WEST HIGH SCHOOL Having worked for over thirty years in District 201, I’ve grown to love and recognize the strength of the communities serving Morton West High School. A strong community supports its schools and Morton West High School has been a recipient of such support. As I retire from District 201, I ask you to extend the same support to the new principal of Morton West High School, Mr. Josh McMahon. Mr. McMahon has worked at Morton West High School as an administrator for the past five years and in the community for ten years. He will continue to lead, an already awesome school, to the next level. I wish Morton West High School and the communities of Berwyn, Cicero, Lyons, Stickney, Forest View and McCook all the best in the future. —Joe Gunty
nbpd4fun.org NORTH BERWYN PARK DISTRICT Fiesta Nuestras Raíces • 16th & Wesley Ave. August 23 The North Berwyn Park District, School District 98 and the City of Berwyn come together for a celebration of the rich diversity in our community. Fiesta Nuestras Raíces is a celebration of diversity, education and families. This year the fiesta will include School District 98’s Back to School Celebration as we welcome the return of students for the school year. Students will meet teachers, parents can speak to administrators and school staff will be on hand to help the transition to the new school year. This years’ entertainment includes cultural dance, Mariachi Perla de Mexico, Angel Melendez and the 911 Orchestra and other entertainment. This event will have a Kids Zone with games, pony rides, petting zoo, rock climbing wall, a giant slide and other fun attractions for the entire family. For information or to have your business at this event call (708)749-4900 X18 Inara Canino or visit our website at www.nbpd4fun.org.
jpactheatre.com JEDLICKA PERFORMING ARTS CENTER AT MORTON COLLEGE THE GOOD DOCTOR September 12 - 27 This Broadway hit is a composite of Neil Simon and Anton Chekhov.
berwynlibrary.org BERWYN PUBLIC LIBRARY Because Learning Matters Success is no longer measured by what is housed within a library, but what happens in the library. A successful library creates an environment where people of all ages can come and change their own lives. The Berwyn Library is doing just that
by helping individuals get their GED, citizenship, gain employment, learn English, and ready their children for school. As our community goes back to school this fall, we encourage families to take advantage of the programs and services we offer to help your students succeed, including: • Online preschool databases myOn and Tumblebooks • Online homework help, tutoring, writing assistance, flashcard sets, and ACT/SAT practice tests through our BrainFuse database • On-going STEAM based science club, book and writer clubs, chess, craft and LEGO® clubs. Receive a monthly email with upcoming programs, news & events by registering at <http://eepurl. com/coNq1>.
16thstreettheater.org 16TH STREET THEATER AGREED UPON FICTIONS September 18 – October 25 by Shayne Kennedy, playwright-in-residence Directed by Megan Shuchman / a world premiere.
morton.edu MORTON COLLEGE FREE “Developing a Business Plan” workshop Monday, August 4, 6:00pm – 9:00pm, Room 303B. Course Code Number: BUS-011-01. Get the tools and guidance needed to write your business plan in this 3-hour FREE workshop! To enroll online go to: www-morton.edu, click on “Business and Professionals” and “Non-Credit Instant Enrollment,” OR enroll at Morton College Admissions & Records, 1st floor, Building B. Please include your e-mail address when registering for this workshop. Contact us: 708-656-8000 EXT. 2382 or susan.felice@morton.edu.
toi.org/berwyntownship TOWNSHIP OF BERWYN - PUBLIC HEALTH DIST. Berwyn Township & Berwyn Public Health District proudly announce the return of our annual Health Fair which will be held at 6600 W. 26th Street on Wednesday, August 6 from 10am to 3pm for Berwyn residents. Various health screenings will be offered in the clinic until 2:30pm. Fasting for 8 hours is recommended. No appointments are needed for the screenings, but residents must provide I.D. as verification of Berwyn residency. Over 50 exhibitors will be offering useful information in Lesak Park which is adjacent to our building. Non-perishable food items will also be accepted for our local food pantry. Be The Match will be holding a bone marrow drive and Heartland Blood Centers will be hosting a blood drive for those who wish to donate. Please call 708.788.6600 to schedule an appointment for the blood drive.
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EXTREME SOCCER Have you been looking for a futbol fix ever since the World Cup ended? Well, now would be the perfect time to feed your need by stopping in Extreme Soccer on 26th street. This family owned and operated business has been outfitting soccer players with cleats, equipment and jerseys since 2004. Extreme Soccer’s clientele ranges from youngsters just getting started in the sport all the way to veterans looking to add to their kit collection. They also provide uniforms for many of the youth and school teams in the area. Don’t forget to stop by on Saturdays when they open the garage next to their store that houses their inventory and run sales on merchandise from the previous season! Stop in Extreme Soccer to check out their extensive merchandise and equipment whether you’re a soccer fanatic or just beginning to take interest in the sport. This shop is all soccer, all the time, and has visitors come from far and wide.
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CRAIG’S SHOES Have you run right through your pair of gym shoes? Are you in the market for a new pair of sandals? What about dress shoes? Look no further than Craig’s Shoes on Cermak Road. Craig’s offers a wide selection of footwear for both men and women covering the spectrum of styles from casual to dress, sandals to boots and everything in between.
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Craig’s was built on the basic retail principle of service and selection equals satisfaction. They continue to separate themselves from the competition by offering knowledge about their products and a level of customer service that you cannot find at the large department stores. Don’t have time to stop in Craig’s for a new pair of kicks? No problem, just visit craigsshoestore.com to browse their selection. Visit: www.craigsshoestore.com 708.795.8181
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