AI101322

SCARCE program reaching area laundromats

Bookshelves offer kids more access to reading

By Jane Charmelo INDEPENDENT STAFF REPORTER

According to the “Handbook of Early Literacy Research, Vol. 2,” the ratio of books to children in a mid dle-income home is 13 to 1. That ra tio becomes one book for every 300 children in low-income homes.

Addison-based SCARCE (School and Community Assistance for Re cycling and Compost Education) has taken its mission to reduce, reuse and recycle in a unique direction that not only keeps perfectly good books from ending up in landfills, but also helps provide literacy opportunities for those children whose access to books may be limited.

As Kay McKeen, founder and executive director of SCARCE (for merly SCRAP), tells it, it was quite by accident that the idea to put chil dren’s books in laundromats came about—a project that would become known as Literacy at the Laundro mat.

She noted that around eight to 10 years ago, she heard from a teacher/ volunteer, who was working on his Ph.D., about another Ph.D. student who had come up with an idea to place children’s books in laundro

mats.

While that Ph.D. student’s identi ty remains unknown, what McKeen does know is that he or she was clev er in trying to think of a way “to get books to kids who need them.”

“We don’t know if they ever did it,” she continued. “[But] as we thought about it … it is a great place to spend time reading.”

So, McKeen started contacting some school districts, and one in particular, Addison District 4, agreed to work with SCARCE to contribute some books, and now Addison has three laundromats participating in the project.

The director said the district helps provide books in English, Spanish and Polish.

West Chicago has three laundro mats participating, Warrenville has one, Villa Park has one (at 414 N. Ardmore Ave.), Bensenville has one and now Lombard has one at 409 Crescent Blvd.

Outside of DuPage County, there is also one bookshelf set up at a laun dromat in Arlington Heights.

Thanks to a college intern, the laundromats have refurbished, paint ed two-shelf bookshelves, McKeen

related, which are sturdy and can hold about 200 books.

She said SCARCE supplies new books to the little libraries (Addison District 4 also supplies some for the Addison laundromats), and she esti mates the SCARCE facility on Route 53 has “thousands” of books.

Stacks of brand new books—un sold from such places as retail stores (and then returned to the parent company) that are kept out of land fills—sit in boxes just waiting for volunteers to bring them to the laun dromats. Some are also taken to area food pantries as well.

The director said volunteers check

the laundromats on a regular basis, to make sure the shelves are adequate ly filled. Tammy Ireland, a teacher in Lombard, checks on the Crescent Avenue location.

McKeen thought of “a good ex ample” of how the books are being utilized, saying that while SCARCE only sends out new books, a volun teer noticed at one laundromat that the books “looked beat up.”

The director surmised that chil dren were taking the books home, reading them and possibly sharing them, then returning them to take a new book. “They’ve got their own library going,” she quipped.

McKeen said some children might be living in a vehicle, so a book may be returned after it is read, since there would be little room to store books.

She also remembers one mom’s particular feedback: The woman said she is now able to build a home li brary, and “This would never be pos sible without this project.”

The director said she is hoping to expand Literacy at the Laundro mat, and was scheduled to speak this week to members of the School District 45 Green Team, teachers and administrators to explain how the

Annette Leiber was never able to say goodbye to friends and col leagues when she moved to Arizona in June, despite being intrinsically instrumental in all things artistic in Addison and surrounding communi ties for many years. She will be back in Addison for a brief visit on Friday, Oct. 14 from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Addi

son Center for the Arts gallery. The address is 213 N. Lombard Road, Addison. Please stop by to greet An nette and enjoy a light snack and des sert. Please RSVP (leave a message anytime) to the ACA office: (630) 458-4500. It will also be a chance to see the latest ACA exhibit...the works of Dorothy Bayer Shaw.

Addison Trail to perform

’Tis the season … for Halloween

Bensenville, the popular and elaborately decorated Halloween display

been set up at Center and Green streets, donated by the Wilkes family. The display

24/7 throughout the month for viewing, but will come to life on Monday, Oct.

p.m., when a “Trunk or Treat” event will be held in the Village Hall parking

3-11.

Police Reports

Area police departments recently reported the following arrests and citations.

Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a convic tion, and that suspects are consid ered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Ju veniles age 17 or younger are not named.

Addison

Oct. 2

Christopher M. Becerra, 26, of Addison, was charged with viola tion of an order of protection, bat tery/making physical contact, crim inal damage to property and theft in the 1-100 block of E. Lorraine at 12:18 a.m.

Qionta D. Russell, 28, of Addi son, was charged with obstructing identification, driving while license suspended, driving with only one headlamp and no insurance in the 700 block of W. Lake at 3:35 a.m.

Charles S. Steinbrecher, 62, of Elmhurst, was charged with DUI and failure to give aid or informa tion at 5:32 p.m.

Oct. 1

Police said Carmen A. Carril lo-Cruz, 32, of Addison, was issued a warrant near southbound Addison at Myrick at 11:51 p.m.

Sept. 30

A 26-year-old Addison man was charged with two counts of domes tic battery in the 1-100 block of N. Church at 11:33 p.m.

Sept. 29

Jonathan P. Molinaro, 34, of Wood Dale, was charged with two counts of DUI in the 100 block of Addison at 12:29 a.m.

Tuga N. Namgur, 42, of Lom bard, was charged with DUI near Lake and 4 th at 12:40 a.m.

Sept. 28

Rachael V. Moreno, 23, of Chi cago, was charged with attempting to flee or elude a police officer, ob structing identification and driving while license suspended at 6:15 p.m.

Villa Park

Oct. 1

Theft was reported in the 300 block of N. Ardmore at 2:59 p.m. A complainant reported than un known suspect removed a bag that was left unsecured in the vestibule of the train station.

Sept. 30

A complainant in the 400 block of N. Addison reported at 10:46 a.m. that an unknown suspect threw a brick through the front window of their home.

Theft was reported at a hotel in the 1-100 block of W. Roosevelt at 12:06 p.m. A complainant reported that an unknown suspect removed an Apple Watch from their room.

Sept. 29

Diego A. Carrera, 26, of Chicago, was charged with possession of a

controlled substance, driving while license suspended, operating a ve hicle while registration suspended and no insurance near S. Cornell and E. Highland at 7:30 a.m.

Pedro Vega, 60, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI, driving while license revoked, driving with expired license plates and no insur ance in the 1-100 block of E. St. Charles at 5:42 p.m.

A 28-year-old Chicago man was charged with two counts of domes tic battery at a hotel in the 1-100 block of W. Roosevelt at 2:01 p.m.

Theft was reported at a business in the 100 block of E. Roosevelt at 9:27 a.m. A complainant reported that an unknown suspect removed part of a fence on the west side of the building.

Sept. 28

A complainant in the 1-100 block of W. Rand reported at 6:45 p.m. that multiple juvenile suspects broke multiple windows on a va cant home.

A complainant in the 500 block of N. Bierman reported at 7:10 p.m. that an unknown suspect used a BB gun to damage the siding on their garage.

Sept. 27

Three incidents of burglary or attempted burglary occurred a at three different restaurants all locat ed in the 1000 block of W. North at 3:29 a.m. In all three incidents, multiple unknown suspects used a landscaping brick to shatter the front entrance doors of the restau rants. In one incident, currency from a cash box was removed. In the other two incidents, nothing appeared to be missing from the restaurants.

Sept. 26

A complainant in the 700 block of Addison reported at 5:37 a.m. that an unknown suspect battered them.

Theft was reported in the 500 block of N. Ardmore at 3:15 p.m. A complainant reported that an un known suspect removed a package that was delivered to a wrong ad dress.

A complainant in the 1-100 block of W. North reported at 4:38 p.m. that an unknown suspect used an unknown object to damage the driver’s side door of their vehicle that was parked in the parking lot.

A complainant in the 200 block of S. Villa reported at 9:03 p.m. that a suspect used a brick to break a glass door on their home.

Sept. 25

Retail theft was reported at a store in the 900 block of S. Route 83 at 1:37 p.m. A complainant re ported than an unknown suspect re moved multiple items from display shelves and left the store without paying.

A 56-year-old Elmhurst woman was charged with two counts of domestic battery, and two counts of resisting or obstructing a police officer at a hotel in the 1-100 block of W. Roosevelt at 4:42 p.m.

Sept. 23

Retail theft was reported at a store in the 900 block of S. Route 83 at 5:42 p.m. A complainant re ported than an unknown suspect re moved multiple items from display shelves and left the store without paying.

Sept. 22

A complainant in the 400 block of N. Bierman reported at 9:18 a.m. that a suspect was harassing them via telephone.

Fraud, identity theft

According to information pro vided last week by the Villa Park Police Department, police reported four incidents of residents being a victim of fraud or identity theft.

Catalytic converter theft

According to information pro vided last week by the Villa Park Police Department, police reported three incidents of a catalytic con verter being removed from vehicles at the following locations: in the 1600 block of S. Michigan at 6:59 p.m. Sept. 25; in the 1500 block of S. Ardmore at 9:21 a.m. Sept. 27; and in the 1500 block of S. Ard more at 6:21 p.m. Sept. 30.

Bensenville

The Bensenville Police Depart ment recently reported the follow ing arrests and citations. Persons who are charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the victim’s privacy.

Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a convic tion, and that suspects are consid ered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.

Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

Oct. 4, 4:37 p.m. in the 200 block of Ash Avenue, Wood Dale and Bensenville police officers re sponded to a Wood Dale call for

shots fired and a barricaded sus pect. BEP22011628

Oct. 1, 6:26 p.m. in the 800 block of W. Green St., Oscar Ledezma, 26, of Bensenville, was arrested for an in-jurisdiction warrant out of DuPage County. BEPC2200885

Oct. 1, 9:45 a.m. in the 200 block of N. York Road, a complainant reported their trailer stolen. This case is under investigation.

BEPC2200882

Oct. 1, 10:52 a.m. in the 300 block of N. Pine Lane, a complainant re ported an unknown suspect is mak ing harassment through electronic communications. This case is under investigation.

BEPC2200883

Sept. 30, 7:24 p.m. in the 900 block of Brookwood Street, a complainant reported an unknown suspect went into their unlocked vehicle and took their purse. This case is under investigation.

BEPC2200880

Sept. 30,10:57 p.m. in the 300 block of Poplar Avenue, a com plainant reported their front license plate missing. This case is under in vestigation. BEPC2200881

Sept. 30, 9:27 a.m. near Green Street and York Road, a semi-trail er, which was confirmed stolen was located and impounded. The Bolingbrook Police Department was notified. This case is under in vestigation.

BEPC2200876

Sept. 30, 1:14 p.m. near N. Route 83 and Brookwood Street, an officer located a vehicle re portedly used in a retail theft in Elmhurst. The vehicle fled when police attempted a traffic stop.

This case is under investigation.

BEPC2200877

Sept. 29, 8:19 a.m. in the 800 block of Golf Lane, a complainant reported that 13 propane tanks were taken from an exterior cage on the

property. This case is under investi gation. BEPC2200872

Sept. 29, 8:30 a.m. in the 700 block of Golf Lane, a complainant reported that offender cut lock and stole 11 propane tanks from an exterior cage on the property. This case is under investigation.

BEPC2200873

Sept. 29, 11:54 a.m. near Wal nut and Grove, an escaped pit bull attacked victim and his dog. The victim owner went to the hospital for injuries sustained; the victim’s dog was taken to a veterinarian and had to be euthanized as a result of the attack. The pit bull owner was cited for “dog at large” and issued a court date. DuPage Coun ty Animal Control bite card was filled out and notified of the event.

BEPC2200874

Sept. 29, 10:02 p.m. in the 800 block of W. Green officers respond ed to a report of a man with a gun. Officers discovered a fight in prog ress. While trying to detain suspect Alexander Delgado, 19, of Bensen ville, he allegedly became combat ive with all officers on scene. While in the station, he allegedly kicked and spit on officers trying to pro cess him. He was sent to hospital for an evaluation and reported ly kicked and spit on paramedics trying to transport him. He was charged with battery and disorderly conduct. BEPC2200875

Sept. 28,12:21 p.m. in the 700 block of S. Center St., a com plainant reported an Amazon pack age that was order went missing. This case is under investigation. BEPC2200868

Sept. 28, 10:03 p.m. in the 200 block of Poppy Lane, a com plainant reported being a victim of fraud. This case is under investiga tion. BEPC2200870

The IndependenT

Your Hometown Newspaper

240 N. West Avenue

Elmhurst, IL. 60126

Main Phone 630.834-8244 Fax 630.834-0900

The Independent is published every Thursday by Rock Valley Publishing, LLC, 240 N. West Avenue, Elmhurst, IL. 60126.

Display Advertising: 630.834-8355

Classified Advertising: 630.834-8244 News: 630.834-8244

General Information: 630.834-8244

E-mail:

Advertising Department: ads1@rvpublishing.com

News Department: Independent@rvpublishing.com

Classified Department: Classifieds@rvpublishing.com

Administration: Dee Longfellow News Coordinator

Debra Hamilton Advertising Director Pete Cruger Publisher

Advertising: Brenda Garcia Subscriptions:

The Independent is mailed to the 60101, 60106 and 60181 zip code areas for $15.95 yearly. Out-of-area mail subscriptions are $29.95 yearly. For home delivery information call 630.834-8244.

Reprints:

Content appearing in the Independent may not be reprinted without permission of the publisher or editor. Requests should be directed to Independent@rvpublishing.com or 630.834-8244.

Postmaster: Please send address changes to:

THE INDEPENDENT

240 N. West Avenue, Elmhurst, IL. 60126

Office Hours: Monday-Friday 11am-3pm

D88 seeks professionals for CTE Youth Apprenticeship Program

The District 88 administration is committed to providing multiple and flexible pathways for students to ensure they are college and ca reer ready. Partnerships with col leges, universities and businesses help expand these opportunities for students.

Training available for those considering running for D88 School Board

Those who are interested in running for the DuPage High School District 88 Board of Education during the Consolidated Election on April 4, 2023, are invited to attend a Prospective Board Candidate Workshop. Four seats will be open on the District 88 Board during the election.

The workshop will take place online via Zoom on Tuesday, Oct. 18 at 6 p.m. You must sign up to attend by 12 noon on Monday, Oct 17 at dupage88.net/ BoardCandidateWorkshop2022. A Zoom link will be sent to those who register.

At the workshop, you’ll learn:

• Time requirements of being a Board member;

• Expectations of being a Board member;

• How to complete the process for gathering and filing petitions;

• You also will have an opportunity to ask questions about being a Board member.

For more information: Contact Director of Community Relations Dani Brink at dbrink@dupage88.net or 630530-3989.

As part of that focus, there was a luncheon held on Oct. 5 for nearly 40 local business professionals and chamber of commerce members from Addison, Lombard, Villa Park and the Oak Brook area. The event took place at Willowbrook High School and featured lunch by The Brook Catering Co., which is com prised of Willowbrook culinary students. Musical entertainment was provided by Willowbrook or chestra students.

During the luncheon, D88 ad ministrators shared information about who we are as a district, the future direction and areas of fo cus, services/programs available to support the mental health and social-emotional needs of students, academic successes (including dual credits and career certifications earned by pupils), extracurricular engagement, facility updates and how to stay connected with District 88. Participants were able to take a tour of Willowbrook as well.

Discussion included the various ways companies can collaborate with D88 to support its students.

Willowbrook senior Michael Wan gler Jr. shared his experience of working with Simplex System Controls Inc. through the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Youth Apprenticeship Program.

Expectations of the partnership include the following:

1. Offer a career and college in tegrated pathway by providing:

• Tuition assistance

• Competitive wages

• Flexible hours

• Short-term and long-term ca reer pathways

• Other benefits

2. Offer students exploratory career experiences in manufactur ing and information technology through the Work-Based Learning and Youth Apprenticeship Collabo rative program.

3. Become a vocational site for the District 88 Transition Program,

which helps individuals ages 18 to 21 who have a variety of abilities learn life skills, obtain job training in a community setting and transi tion to a life of independence after District 88.

4. Become a mentor for stu dents at Addison Trail High School and/or at Indian Trail Junior High School in Addison School District

4. The purpose of the Mentor Pro gram is to identify students “on the brink of success,” who will benefit from having a positive role model. Community members and business professionals are matched with stu dents and meet for 30 minutes once a week.

5. Advertise your business on a 36” x 60” printed banner displayed in the main gymnasium or on an athletic fence at Addison Trail and/ or Willowbrook high schools.

For more information, contact D88 Director of Community Rela tions Dani Brink at dbrink@dup age88.net or 630-530-3989.

As Veterans Day approaches Addison Trail seeks display items for Veterans Day exhibit

Each year, Addison Trail recogniz es Veterans Day with displays and a video to honor veterans from Addi son.

The school is looking for more pictures and items to add to that col lection. If you have photos of service members in uniform (who graduated from Addison Trail or who are from the Village of Addison), letters writ ten to or from local veterans or other artifacts, Addison Trail would like to include them. Please also include brief biographical information about the individual(s). Items will be re turned, and the submission deadline

is Friday, Oct. 21.

Submissions can be dropped off to the attention of Maryellen Marisie between 7:45 a.m. and 3 p.m. during the week at Addison Trail, 213 N. Lombard Road in Addison at door No. 1. They also can be e-mailed to mmarisie@dupage88.net.

ATVSO fundraiser planned for ‘Flags of Addison’

With Veterans Day coming up on Friday, Nov. 11, the Addison Trail Veteran Service Organization (ATV SO) is hosting a fundraiser to support and celebrate local veterans. ATV

SO is selling T-shirts, long-sleeved shirts and sweatshirts to help fund a program called Flags of Addison. Through that project, people can make a $50 donation to have a flag placed in the yard at their business or home.

Flags will be placed from sunup to sundown on the dates of Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Sept. 11 and Veterans Day.

For more information, contact AT social studies teacher and ATVSO adviser LeVonne Cescolini-Boyer at lcescolini@dupage88.net or 630628-3347.

• Scarce

(Continued from front page)

project works.

As part of another literacy-related project—and thanks to a facility that spans 18,900 square feet—SCARCE is now collecting books, pencils, erasers and pencil sharpeners to send to Liberia in mid-December, because “They have no public schools,” ac cording to McKeen.

She said children have to break one pencil into three pieces so each child has something to write with.

And if that is not a big enough project, the director said SCARCE sends supplies to 105 countries.

The director said she is in need of a volunteer to monitor the laundromat in Villa Park and one to monitor the Bensenville location, at 30 E. Green St.

For more information about Lit eracy at the Laundromat, making a donation to SCARCE or how to be come a volunteer, visit scarce.org or call 630-545-9710.

SCARCE, 800 S. Rohlwing Road (Route 53), Addison, started a project called Literacy at the Laundro mat, bringing books to children who might not otherwise have much access to them. Pictured at the Addison facility is SCARCE founder and executive director Kay McKeen, with just some of the brand new books that will be distributed to 10 participating laundromats in DuPage County. There is also a participating laundromat in Arlington Heights.

JANE

A salute to veterans

This is an example of the veterans display that has appeared in years past at Addison Trail High School. This year, the students hope to assemble it again but seek help gathering artifacts to place inside. If you have photos of service members

in uniform (who graduated from Addison Trail or are currently Addison residents), letters written to or from local veterans or other items, Addison Trail would like to include them.

Addison Trail theatre performances of ‘Harvey’ opens Thursday, Oct. 13

Accepting others for who they are and embracing the unique qual ities of each individual is an im portant – and sometimes challeng ing – aspect of being human and a crucial lesson we all must learn.

That message is at the core of Addison Trail’s fall play, “Harvey” by Mary Chase, which will be per formed in the Addison Trail audito rium on Thursday, Oct. 13, Friday, Oct. 14 and Saturday, Oct. 15. Cur tain times are 7 p.m. each evening plus a matinee performance at 2 p.m. on Saturday.

Among the actors are senior Lea Staller as Veta Louise, sophomore Nathan Redmann as Elwood P. Dowd, junior Jack DiDomenic, as Dr. William B. Chumley, and senior Megan Sowa, as co-stage manager. The performers said they hope au dience members leave with an ap preciation for family and the need for patience with loved ones. The

play is comprised of a small cast and crew, which has allowed life to imitate art, as they have become a very close-knit group.

AT Theatre Tech Assistant Alex Holod is making his directorial de but with “Harvey.”

“The play has a universal theme, to which nearly everyone can re late,” Holod said. “We all have had a friendship or a relationship that has been questioned or misun derstood by others, and ‘Harvey’ focuses on the importance of com passion.

“What I enjoy about this play is it demonstrates the bond between people is what’s most valuable. We never really know whether Harvey is real or not – that’s up to each au dience member to interpret. But the message of the story is it doesn’t matter whether Harvey is real. He is real to Elwood, and respecting that relationship and accepting

ATVSO fundraiser planned for ‘Flags of Addison’

With Veterans Day coming up on Friday, Nov. 11, the Addison Trail Veteran Service Organization (ATV SO) is hosting a fundraiser to support and celebrate local veterans. ATV

SO is selling T-shirts, long-sleeved shirts and sweatshirts to help fund a program called Flags of Addison.

Through that project, people can make a $50 donation to have a flag

placed in the yard at their business or home. Flags will be placed from sunup to sundown on the dates of Memorial Day, Flag Day, 4th of July, Sept. 11 and Veterans Day.

For more information, contact AT social studies teacher and ATVSO adviser LeVonne Cescolini-Boyer at lcescolini@dupage88.net or 630628-3347.

Elwood for being himself is what matters.”

Tickets will be available at the door and are $7 for adults, $5 for students and children ages 3 to 12, and are free with a District 88 stu dent ID and a District 88 Senior Gold Card. For more information, call 630-628-3365.

More about the play ‘Harvey’

According to stageagent.com,

“Harvey” is a Pulitzer Prize-win ning comedy that tells the story of “a perfect gentleman, Elwood P. Dowd and his best friend, Harvey – a pooka, who is a six-foot tall, in visible rabbit.

When Elwood begins introduc ing Harvey around town, his em barrassed sister Veta Louise and her daughter Myrtle Mae are de termined to commit Elwood to a sanitarium.

“A mistake is made however, and Veta is committed rather than Elwood! Eventually, the mistake is realized and a frantic search begins for Elwood and the invisible pooka, which ends with Elwood appear ing voluntarily at the sanitarium. In the end, however, Veta realizes that she loves her brother and his invisible best friend just as they are and doesn’t want either of them to change.”

National DAR offers scholarships

National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) is of

fering more than 26 different schol arships for graduating high school

seniors, as well as college, graduate and medical students through its online application portal for the up coming academic year. The link can

be found at dar.academicworks.com.

Scholarship applications will be ac cepted from Nov. 1, 2022 through Jan. 31, 2023 at 11:59 p.m. (EST).

Nashville songwriter benefit returns Nov. 12

“Stories Behind the Songs,” the Third Annual Military Benefit featur ing a trio of hit songwriters including Frank Myers (a Grammy award win ner), Brice Long and Jason Sever, who will perform to the Normandy Room at Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 at 310 West Butter field Road on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 6 to 10 p.m.

Attendees are also invited to a cash bar meet-and-greet after party with the songwriters at Riley’s Gathering Place, at 590 North York Street.

Tickets are $125 and include an open bar and food from Rober to’s Ristorante & Pizzeria, Mission BBQ and Gambino’s Deli. Tickets can be ordered tickets online at el mhurst-american-legion.ticketleap.

com.

Additionally, there are some ex citing live auction items this year in cluding an artist-autographed guitar and your own private in-person show from Frank Myers at the future date and venue of your choice.

As always, proceeds directly ben efit the Elmhurst American Legion and our local veterans.

St. Alexander’s CCW holds craft fair, bake sale

St. Alexander’s CCW is holding its annual Crafters Holiday and Bake Sale on Saturday, Oct. 22, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Par ish Hall located at 300 S. Cornell

in Villa Park. Many creative hand made crafts will be available for your holiday gift-giving and home decorating.

This fall’s fair will also include

a Bakery Booth with homemade baked goods. The church is accessi ble and parking is free. To register or for more information, visit stal exanderparish.org/bulletin.

Stolper

Here’s the deal. Safe drivers

County Animal Services holds dog adoption event on Oct. 15

Offers no-fee adoptions for large dogs of over 40 pounds

ACROSS

game.

Safe

to

a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®

Save™

On Friday, Oct. 7, DuPage Coun ty Animal Services announced that it will waive adoption fees for large breed dogs in its shelter, including dogs more than 40 lbs. during a spe cial adoption event on Saturday, Oct. 15. The event is part of a month-long regional promotion to bring attention to the growing number of large dogs in animal shelters throughout the Chicagoland area.

“We’ve joined with eleven other organizations in the area to champi on the large breed dogs that spend a longer time in shelters, leading to increased stress on the dogs and lim iting the number of animals we can serve,” said Brian Krajewski, chair man of the DuPage County Animal Services Committee. “Our goal is to shine a light on these dogs and showcase what great pets they can be, while providing the important ed ucation that potential owners need to make each adoption a success story.”

The ”Chicago Dog Campaign” is a

collaborative effort between 12 area shelters to celebrate large breed dogs while accelerating their placement across Chicagoland. This special initiative calls upon the community to join forces with local shelters to champion dogs who are 40 pounds or larger, through adoption, foster ing, and advocacy. “Chicago Dogs”

are defined as canines who are 40 pounds and more, living anywhere in the Chicago region. Many of these dogs have been overlooked and stig matized at shelters due to their size and breed.

The campaign runs through Nov. 30. For more information visit adop tachicagodog.com.

Dignitaries honored at AT-WB Crosstown Classic game

On Friday, Sept. 30, District 88 hosted its annual Crosstown Classic Football Game between the Addison Trail Blazers and the Willowbrook Warriors. This year marked the 56th crosstown classic. The event took place at Addison Trail, and the War riors won the game.

Before the varsity teams took to the gridiron, the district introduced community leaders and dignitaries to the crowd to thank them for their support of Addison Trail and Wil lowbrook. Area first responders and veterans also were recognized to

Manufacturing

On Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Symbol Training In stitute has partnered with the Village of Addison to host a job fair for the manufacturing industry, sponsored by Addison Bank & Trust. The job fair will take place at 1413 Jeffrey

honor those who protect and serve. Attending the game were repre sentatives from the District 88 Board of Education and administration, Village of Addison, Addison Fire Protection District, Addison Police Department, Addison Park District, Village of Villa Park, Villa Park Fire Department, State Rep. Deb Conroy, State Rep. Terra Costa Howard, State Rep. Deanne Mazzochi and members of the Villa Park VFW Post 2801. A joint Addison police and fire Honor Guard was in attendance as well to present the flags.

Drive in Addison. It is possible to interview on the spot with manufac turing companies for open positions. Bring at least 20 copies of your re sume.

For more information, call 847673-6500.

Fun by the Numbers

Like puzzles?

Then you’ll love sudoku. This mindbending puzzle will have you hooked from the moment you square off, so sharpen your pencil and put your sudoku savvy to the test! Here’s How It Works: Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each row, column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The more numbers you name, the easier it gets to solve

DESTINATIONS

Guide to the Western Suburbs

Halloween Happenings

Addison:

Tuesday, Oct. 25, Wednesday Oct. 26 and Thursday, Oct. 27

Halloween costume workshop

From 3-4 p.m. each day at the Addison Public Library, make your own Halloween costume or cosplay outfit. The library will put out plen ty of fabric, tape, cardboard, paint, and more to bring your costume to life. For more information, visit: ad disonlibrary.org/events or call 630543-3617.

Friday, Oct. 28

Candy Carnival

From 5:30-7 p.m. at the Centennial Recreation Center, 1776 W. Centen nial Place, Candy Carnival, for ages 12 and younger, returns to provide a safe, indoor fun filled Halloween event with games, candy, and mem ories the family will enjoy. Many Addison community organizations and groups collaborate to bring this event to the community. Registration is required. The presenting corporate sponsor for this event is Addison Bank & Trust. For more information, visit: addisonparks.org

Halloween dance party

From 10-10:30 a.m. at the Addison Public Library, 4 Friendship Plaza, join Innovation Arts Connection to discover the magic of imaginative play with singing, exploration, and learning new dance skills all to a Halloween theme. The library will explore multiple styles of dance and read a Halloween story togeth er. Wear comfortable clothing and dance shoes if you have them. Limit 10 participants; please make sure to register. For more information, vis it: addisonlibrary.org/events or call 630-543-3617.

Saturday, Oct. 29

Scary story time

From 2-2:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library, 4 Friendship Plaza, it’s almost Halloween and the mon sters and ghouls can’t wait to come out and try to scare you. Join us at the library for some scary stories, songs, and a craft. For more information, visit: addisonlibrary.org/events or call 630-543-3617.

Villa Park:

On Friday, Oct. 21, the Villa Park Recreation Department will host its 12th annual Halloween Happenings from 6-8 p.m. at the Iowa Commu nity Center. Ghost and Goblins of all ages are invited to come in costume to trick-or-treat outdoors at spook

tacular Halloween scenes created by local merchants and organizations in Villa Park. (To participate, see below.)

Then come inside at 7 p.m. for a reptile show brought to you by Crosstown Exotics. All registered participants will be eligible for a grand prize of individual pool passes for the 2023 season. Sponsored in part by the Villa Park Lions Club, tickets are $5 per person for pre-registration or $8 per person on the day of the event. Children young er than 2 are free but must still pre-register. This event will be held rain or shine. For tickets and more informa tion, visit: invillapark.com.

Promote your business or group

Halloween Happenings wants you and your business, Scout troop, clubs, organizations, churches, neighbor hoods, everyone. Consider the exposure you’ll get when you build an outdoor scene to be visited by the little ghosts and goblins. It doesn’t have to be elaborate, just fun.

You provide the creativity, treats and a tent if you wish, We will provide the table, chairs and electricity. It’s sure to be a “spooktacular” night if you get involved. The event will be held rain or shine. For more information, contact Ashley Jusk at ajusk@invillapark.com.

Build your own scarecrow contest

Join your friends and neighbors at the Iowa Community Center for the Parks and Rec’s scarecrow decorating con test. Make your scarecrow scary, serious or just plain silly, any way you may wish to express yourself. Pick up your scarecrow starter kit now at the Iowa Community Center, jumpstart your creative, and then display your scarecrow by Oct. 21.

Judging will take place from Oct. 24-27 and the winner will be announced on Monday, Oct. 31. The winner will be featured on the cover of the Parks and Rec Department’s Fall/Winter Program Brochure Guide for 2023.

The contest is co-sponsored by Villa Park Ace Hardware.

Wilkes family helps bring Halloween to downtown Bensenville

Several community events planned throughout October

The Village of Bensenville has partnered with the Wilkes family as they bring their annual Halloween display to downtown Bensenville, as they graciously did last year.

The display is located at the corner of Center and Green Street next to Bensenville Village Hall. It will be available in the evenings during the entire month of October for viewing.

The display will come to life with live actors on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7-10 p.m., weather permitting. Live performers will also be present on Monday, Oct. 31 for Halloween.

Also on Oct. 31 in conjunction to the display, the Village of Bensenville will be hosting a family friendly Trunk-or-Treat event for ages 3-11 from 3-5 p.m. in the parking lot behind Village Hall. Bensenville organizations and businesses will be decorating their trunks and handing out candy. NO registration required.

The Wilkes family has been building elaborate displays in front of their Bensenville home for more than 20 years and have earned national recognition. Find them on Facebook and TikTok.

For more information, visit: bensenville.il.us or wilkesfamilyhalloween.com.

TACO TUESDAY

DINE IN ONLY SPECIALS H

THIRSTY THURSDAY

SUNDAY FUNDAY

Boneless Wings

SIDE PURCHASE

Sausage & Peppers

BINGO WEDNESDAY

Chicken Parmesan Wich

Side Purchase

$4 Drafts

1/2 Off any Single Pour $25 or More

Scotch or Whiskey

Price Bottles of Wine

FUN FRIDAY

or more

Vegan Pasta Marinara

Mimosa

Bloody Mary

Absolut Martini Menu

Miller Lite 100oz Tower

100oz Tower

$5

$5 Pepper & Egg Wich with

Purchase

$9 Bacon Stuffed Avocado

Vegan Burrito with Side Purchase

Stella Draft

Tito’s/Jack Cocktails

White Claw Buckets

-

UFC-BOXING PPV

Lb

Wich with

BACON

Vegan Meatballs

Purchase

Tenders

Can’t-miss events throughout DuPage County

Editor’s note: Our next DuPage Destinations section will be pub lished Thursday, Oct. 27. If you have information on an event in DuPage County taking place after Oct. 27 that you would like us to consider listing here, please email that infor mation to: news1@rvpublishing.com

Friday, Oct. 14

and Saturday, Oct. 15

All Hallows Eve at Naper Settlement, Naperville

From 6:30-10 p.m. both days at Naper Settlement—Outdoor History Museum, 523 S. Webster St., Naper ville, monsters, witches, and were wolves have escaped their homes on the pages of your favorite Hal loween stories and are running loose on the grounds of Naper Settlement.

Designed for families with kids 16-and-under. Tickets are $20 per person. For more information, call 630-420-6010 or visit https://naper settlement.org/285/All-Hallows-Eve

Saturday, Oct. 15

Hummingbird Pediatric Therapies’ Sensory-Friendly Halloween Party, Woodridge

From 10 a.m.-noon at Humming bird Pediatric Therapies-Woodridge, 9018 Heritage Parkway, #600, Wo odridge, This free event is for fami lies in the western suburbs. Children will have the chance to climb on the

touch-a-trucks, play in our gyms, trick-or-treating, games and prizes. Costumes are optional! Parents must be present with children at all times. For more information, and to regis ter, visit: www.hummingbirdpedi atrictherapies.com

Saturday, Oct. 16 Scarecrow Scamble 5K Run/Walk, Lisle

From 4-8 p.m. at Lisle Community Park, 1825 Shot St., Lisle, presented by the Lisle Partners for Parks Foun dation, run or walk to help provide recreation scholarships to low-in come families who do not have the means to participate in recreational activities. Prices on race day are $45 per person for the 5K run/walk, $45 for the virtual 5K run/walk, $35 for the youth run (1/2-mile run) and $10 for the tot dash (50-yard dash). For more information, call 630-353-4301 or visit: https://lislepartnersforparks. org/scarecrowscramble

Friday, Oct. 14 through Sunday, Oct. 16 Morton Arboretum Glass Pumpkin Patch, Lisle

At the Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle, shop the Arbo retum’s annual sale for exquisite, glass-blown art celebrating the beau ty of autumn. The sale begins at 1

Haunted houses in and near DuPage County

13th Floor Haunted House—5050 River Road, Schiller Park. For more information, visit: https://13thfloor chicago.com

Basement of the Dead—42 W. New York St., Aurora. Admission: $35 general admission, $50 VIP “skip the general admission line.” You are encouraged to purchase tick ets online. For more information, visit: https://basementofthedead.com Curse of the Bayou and Hay ride of Horror—199 Woods Drive, Lockport. Hours: 7-10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays through Oct. 29. For more information and admission prices, visit: www.chicagohaunted houses.com/halloween/curse-of-thebayou-il.html

Disturbia Haunted House Chi cago—1213 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove. Admission at the window: $35 general admission, $50 VIP “skip the general admission line.” You are encouraged to pur chase tickets online. For more infor mation, visit: https://hauntedhousedisturbia.com

Halloween Scare Walk—111 S. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale. Satur day, Oct. 22, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Family friendly hour: 5:30-6:30 p.m. Rec ommended for ages 10 years and younger. Admission: $6. For more information, visit: www.chicago hauntedhouses.com/halloween/hal loween-scare-walk-il.html

HellsGate Haunted House—3101 Canal St., Lockport. For more infor mation, visit: www.hellsgate.com

Insanity Haunted House—3800 E. Main St., St. Charles. Ticket pric es: $17 general admission, $27 VIP

(skip the line). For more information, visit: www.insanityhh.com or call 630-805-2638.

Massacre Haunted House—299 Montgomery Road, Montgomery. Admission: $29.99 general admis sion, $39.99 fast pass online advance (shorter line than general admission). For more information, visit: https:// fearthemassacre.com

Midnight Terror Train Haunt ed House—5520 W. 1 11th St., Oak Lawn. Admission: from $20. Hours: opens at 7 p.m. For more informa tion, visit: https://midnightterror hauntedhouse.com

Silverwood Screams—0N461 Silverwood Court, Winfield. For more information, visit: www.illi noishauntedhouses.com/halloween/ silverwood-screams-il.html

Sinister Sunset—239 E. Sunset Ave., Lombard (outdoors). Hours: 3-9 p.m. Monday through Thurs day; 3-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday and noon-9 p.m. Sunday (weather permitting). Admission: Free. For more information, visit: www.illinoishauntedhouses.com/ halloween/sinister-sunset-il.html

The Old Joliet Haunted Pris on—401 Woodruff Road, Joliet. For more information, visit: https:// hauntedprison.com

The Halloween Experi ence—37W955 Big Timber Road, Elgin. Admission: As low as $10 per person. All tickets must be purchased online through the website. For more information, visit: www.thehallow eenexperience.com

Trilogy of Terror—11 E. Wood worth Place, Roselle.

p.m. Friday, Oct. 14 and ends at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 16. For more in formation, visit: https://mortonarb. org/explore/activities/events/glasspumpkin-patch/

Friday, Oct. 21 and Saturday, Oct. 22

Howlin’ at the Moon at Naper Settlement, Naperville

From 5-10 p.m. both days at Naper Settlement—Outdoor History Muse um, 523 S. Webster St., Naperville, enjoy thrilling performances and at tractions, howl along to live music, feast your fangs into delicious local cuisine at the Food Truck Graveyard, and quench your undying thirst in the Booze Bar. Take a stroll through the Moonlight Market to purchase eerie and bizarre items, wander through the Dark Art Gallery, and participate in our costume contest. Tickets are $20 per adult (must be 21 or older). For more information, visit: www. napersettlement.org/627/Howlin-atthe-Moon

Carol Stream hosting Halloween Havoc 12-inch softball tourney, Trick-or-Treat trail

Join the Carol Stream Park District as it presents a two-day 12-inch soft ball tournament called Halloween Havoc, beginning at 8 a.m. on Friday and continuing through 10 a.m. on Saturday. The tournament will take place at McCaslin Park & Sports Complex, 27W650 North Ave. in West Chicago. Teams will compete in pool play into single elimination for prizes. To register your team, vis it: csparks.org or call 630-784-6100.

Saturday, Oct. 22 Cider and Festival at Morton Arboretum, Lisle

From 1-4 p.m. at the Morton Ar boretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle, savor hard cider and seasonal beers from more than 30 local breweries and ci deries. Breathe in the fresh autumn air and stroll among the trees while you sip. General tickets are $60 for members, $70 for nonmembers. For more information, visit: https://mor tonarb.org/explore/activities/events/ cider-ale-festival/

BOOmingdale Halloween Party, Bloomingdale

From 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Bloomingdale Park District will hold its second annual BOOmingda le Halloween Party at Village Hall. There will be Halloween-themed tours of the fire department (until noon) and the police department (un til 1 p.m.). There will also be arts and crafts, games, trick-or-treating and TRUNK-or-treating, Family Pump kin Decorating (while supplies last) and a Gymnastics Playstation. In the library parking lot from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., there will be a hay maze, an inflatable moonwalk, games, prizes, balloon artists, trick-or-treating and photo areas to make a memory. Chil dren are urged to wear their Hallow een costumes. Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. To ensure participant safety, no park ing will be allowed in the various facility parking lots. Park in the sur rounding residential area. To register,

call 630-529-3650 or visit blooming daleparks.org.

Sunday Oct. 23

Autumn Festival at Artis Senior Living, Elmhurst

From 1-3 p.m., the public is invited to an Autumn Festival at Artis Senior Living of Elmhurst located at 123 W. Brush Hill Road. Stop by this spe cial event to celebrate fall with the residents and team members at Artis Senior Living of Elmhurst. Residents will be decorating pumpkins to put on display in the back courtyard. Pumpkins will be supplied, so come with your imagination. Feel free to bring supplies, especially if you have something specific in mind, but sup plies will be available. Be sure to RSVP so there will be a pumpkin for you by calling 331-642-7088 or visit TheArtisWay.com/ElmhurstEvents.

Thursday, Oct. 27 Witches Night Out Monster Bash Fundraiser, Hinsdale

Starting at 6 p.m. at the Kather ine Legge Memorial Lodge, 5901 S. County Line Road, Hinsdale, la dies (ages 21 and up; no children allowed): Feeling a little wicked and wild? Maybe you are feeling a little drained of positive energy or selfloved due to the lack of the crisp fall air and witches brew? Or maybe you are feeling a bit more like a witchy mom who just needs that one- of-

a-kind epic mom’s night out with your best witch and monster friends? We are not really witches but we do love an awesome party that supports wickedly good angels that do good deeds daily. Half Moon tickets are $35; Full Moon tickets are$50 and include food and a sweet table. This annual fundraiser donates 100 per cent of the proceeds to benefit the BCA Hub Youth and Resource Cen ter. For more information and to or der tickets, visit: wwwthebcahub.org

Volapalooza—A Celebration of Volunteers, Woodridge

From 8-10:30 a.m. at Bobak’s Signature Events, 6440 Double Ea gle Drive, Woodridge, to honor and celebrate volunteer leaders from all walks of life, Giving DuPage proud ly hosts Volapalooza, a countywide volunteer recognition event. For more information, call 630-407-6458 or visit: https://givingdupage.org/ volapalooza/

Thursday, Oct. 27 and Friday, Oct. 28 Glen Ellyn offers Ackerman Haunted Trail

The Glen Ellyn Park District welcomes visitors to the Ackerman Haunted Trail between 4-9 p.m. both evenings for a 10-minute scary walk along the trail.

Check gepark.org/hotline for up dates.

DuPAGE DESTINATIONS

Your Dining & Entertainment Guide to the Western Suburbs

The Dining & Entertainment Guide will reach households in Elmhurst, Addison, Bensenville, Villa Park and Lombard

Rock ValleyPublishing LLC

The Independent Newspapers

Feel Great About Your Smile!

We make major dental work easy, comfortable and affordable for today’s seniors. Come in today for a consultation, and let us put a smile on your face!

Edward-Elmhurst Health: Why people need a bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster

Since early 2020, coronavirus variants have evolved that are better able to escape immunity from past infection or vaccination. This has prompted updates to the COVID-19 boosters that better match the com ponents of the vaccine with the cir culating omicron subvariants. Updat ed bivalent COVID-19 boosters are now available.

How well did the original vaccines work to protect against COVID-19?

The original Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna mRNA vaccines targeted the spike protein from the ancestral strain of SARS-COV-2. Vaccine effi cacy was 95% against the early vari ants that circulated in 2020 and early 2021. The effectiveness declined slightly with the emergence of the delta variant in the summer of 2021.

“A major shift occurred at the end of 2021 with the emergence of the omicron BA1 variant,” said Jona than Pinsky, M.D., medical director of infection control at Edward Hos pital. “The omicron variants contain more than 30 mutations on the spike protein, 15 on the receptor-binding domain.”

The cross protection against omi cron BA1 afforded from past vac

cination was still better than being unvaccinated: 30% higher effec tiveness without a booster, 80% higher with a booster, and more than 90% vac cine effectiveness when counting COVID-19 hospi talizations only.

vaccine effectiveness to 80% against the omicron variant. As the level of protection diminished after several months, a second booster was found to restore protection for older adults and have a profound effect on reduc ing COVID-19 hospitalizations.

How is the updated bivalent booster expected to work better?

will still be used for the primary se ries, and for boosters in children ages 5-11 years, but will no longer be used as a booster for those ages 12 years and older.

Will the updated bivalent boost er be a yearly booster, just like the influenza vaccines?

more than two months ago

• Pfizer-BioNTech bivalent booster is authorized for adults and children ages 12 years and older

• Moderna bivalent booster is authorized for adults ages 18 years and older

Dr. Jonathan Pinsky, M.D.

Since February 2022, omicron subvariants have emerged, most re cently the BA4 and BA5 variants. BA4 and BA5 are significantly more immune evasive, even against past infection with omicron BA1. BA4 and BA5 have been circulating as the predominant variants throughout the summer of 2022.

How did the monovalent (origi nal) boosters improve protection?

After a COVID-19 booster, the spike protein is reintroduced to im mune cells, leading to an increased repertoire of antibodies that are high er quality and attach better to targets on the spike protein. Even though the original vaccine only partially matched the omicron variant, a boost er of the original vaccine improved

Instead of just relying on the cross protection from what is still in com mon between the original variant and the omicron variant, the updated bi valent boosters also provide direct protection against a host of new an tigens unique to the BA4 and BA5 spike protein.

The updated boosters made by Pfizer BioNTech and Moderna con tain the same mRNA as the original vaccine as well as mRNA shared by the BA4 and BA5 spike protein. With BA4 and BA5 currently circu lating, there is a direct match with the updated bivalent booster and the currently circulating virus. With on going evolution of omicron subvar iants, the updated bivalent booster may still be a better match to other omicron subvariants as well as pre vious variants, than the monovalent vaccine.

The original COVID-19 vaccine

Influenza vaccines are updated yearly to match recent strains and ad ministered in the fall to provide im mune protection through the winter while influenza is circulating.

“The updated bivalent COVID-19 boosters given now should provide maximum protection through the fall and winter months when there may be a higher level of virus transmis sion,” said Pinsky. “Yearly updated COVID-19 vaccines may be needed to restore waning immunity and to match the vaccine components to circulating variants.”

Who can get the updated biva lent boosters?

Adults and children ages 12 years and older can get an updated (biva lent) COVID-19 booster if the fol lowing eligibility criteria is met:

• They completed a primary vac cine series of any COVID-19 vaccine more than two months ago – had no boosters or had one or more boosters

Even people who have received two previous monovalent boosters are eligible to receive the bivalent booster if it has been more than two months since their last shot.

If someone is vaccinated and had COVID-19 recently, how long should they wait to get a bivalent booster?

There is no minimum waiting pe riod to get a booster after your infec tion resolves. Hybrid immunity from a combination of vaccination and infection makes the chance of re-in fection low for the first few months.

But after three months the risk of re-infection starts to increase due to a combination of waning immunity and evolving immune evasive vari ants. Waiting a few months may pro vide a more robust immune response as well as better protection into the spring and summer when immunity may be waning.

Learn more at EEHealth.org/coro navirus.

State senator urges young women to apply for legislative opportunity

State Senator Suzy Glowiak Hilton is encouraging high-school aged girls to apply to the 2022 Illinois Council on Women and Girls. Participants will have the opportunity to learn the legislative process firsthand.

“Young women today are growing up in a different world. It’s important for legislators to listen to the voices and concerns of these girls as we make our way forward in these new times,” said Sen. Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “This is a won derful opportunity for high-schoolers who have a passion for civic engage

North Suburban Carvers meet first, third Mondays of every month

The North Suburban Carvers meet on the first and third Mondays of each month at the Wood Dale Pub lic Library, 520 N. Wood Dale Road, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Visitors are welcome. Anyone in terested in carving, power carving, wood burning or special finishing techniques is welcome.

The North Suburban Carvers also will be hosting a one-time basic carv ing lecture at the Wood Dale library on Thursday, Nov. 10. The exact time of this lecture will be announced at a later date.

For more information, go to: northsuburbancarvers.com or go to the North Suburban Carvers Face book page.

ment and want their voices to be heard.”

This opportunity seeks to let young women share their voices and experiences to help make Illinois a place where all girls can thrive. Par ticipants will have the opportunity to provide policy recommendations on legislation that impacts the lives of women and girls in Illinois, critical topics such as health care, academ

ic and economic opportunities, and gender-based violence.

Committee meetings will be gin December 2022 and include bi-weekly meetings and one-hour quarterly meetings with other coun cil committees.

The bi-weekly meetings are typ ically held after school hours and there participants will plan events and projects. Those selected will

serve a one-year term during which they will not only learn about the leg islative process, but have a hand in it as well.

Applications are due no later than Sunday, Oct. 23 and are open for girls grades 9 through 12. For more information and to apply, visit the Illinois State Board of Education’s application portal.

“Being a part of this committee

gives girls the chance to help make their communities a better place,” Glowiak Hilton said. “I am thankful to the Illinois Council on Women and Girls for providing this opportunity to young women, and I encourage them to apply.”

Senator Glowiak Hilton’s office is available to answer questions, to contact please call (630) 785-3177 or visit senatorsuzyglowiak.com.

Governor forum: Pritzker considering SAFE-T Act changes; Bailey urges full repeal

By Jerry Nowicki CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS

Gov. JB Pritzker is considering changes to the SAFE-T Act criminal justice reform to clarify provisions related to the end of cash bail in Illi nois, while his Republican challeng er, state Sen. Darren Bailey, contin

ues to push for a full repeal.

The candidates shared their thoughts Sept. 30 on those and other issues during a virtual forum orga nized by the Illinois Associated Press Media Editors. Questioners included representatives of Shaw Media, the Daily Herald in Arlington Heights,

Choose DuPage reveals recent project highlights

This year, DuPage County has experienced growth in both industri al and office real estate. Below is a snapshot of some of the recent proj ects:

Essex Electro Engineering 103,000 SF, Schaumburg Industrial Space Endotronix 80,000 SF, Naperville Office Space Olympic Steel 81,000 SF, Bartlett Industrial Space

Millenium Trust Company

51,000 SF, Oak Brook

Office Space

OSS Special Steel 30,500 SF, Schaumburg Industrial Space Health Care Services Corp 133,000 SF, Downers Grove Office Space

For more information about these development projects, please visit choosedupage.com or find Choose

DuPage on social media.

the Springfield State Journal-Regis ter and Capitol News Illinois.

Pritzker has frequently stated he believes cash bail must end in favor of a system that prioritizes an ac cused person’s risk of reoffending or fleeing prosecution, and the SAFE-T Act does so. But nearly all the state’s prosecutors have warned that the system replacing the current pretrial detention language is too limiting for judges.

Inaccurate claims surrounding the SAFE-T Act have been rampant, with Bailey stating Friday he believed the intent of it was to let people who are being held in lieu of bail out of jail once it takes effect. Nothing in the law says that will happen, although an Illinois Supreme Court task force has encouraged lawmakers to clari fy language regarding what happens Jan. 1.

“And so there are proposals that have been made to make clarifica tions in the law to make sure that people understand very well that, no, this law does not create non-de

tainable offenses. And that, no, peo ple are not going to be let out of jail on Jan. 1 – that’s not what the law does,” Pritzker said.

The governor stopped short of endorsing a bill that would make changes to the SAFE-T Act that was filed last week by Champaign Dem ocrat Scott Bennett, a former prose cutor. But he said it contains “simple to understand” clarifying language. Bennett’s bill, among other things, would clarify that the end of cash bail applies to those arrested after Jan. 1, 2023.

“I haven’t gone through every provision that he has proposed, but I know that Senator Bennett, who was a prosecutor, a Democrat from Champaign and Vermillion counties, is somebody who is very careful in the way he approaches issues like this and I’m always open to working with people who are rational and rea sonable in their proposals,” he said.

But lawmakers aren’t scheduled to return to the Capitol until Nov. 15, a week after Election Day.

CARL WUNSCHEL BLDRS.

FIREWOOD

Call Classifieds at

GREG STEBEN CARPENTRY

MIDWEST GUTTER

JUNK

I BUY OLD TOYS

Wanted EMPLOYMENT

REAL ESTATE Painting

PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspa per is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to ad vertise any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, disability, famil iar/ status or national origin, or an intention to make any such prefer ence, limitation or discrimination. Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, preg nant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly ac cept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-900-669-9777. The toll-free tele phone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800927-9275.

EQUAL HOUSING OP PORTUNITY

YOUR NEXT HOME IN THE CLASSIFIEDS!

PERSONALS

RETAIL

Appliances

SAMSUNG WASHER & DRYER, purchased in 2021, only used for 8 months; $600 for washer, $500 for dryer. CASH ONLY PLEASE 331-980-0480.

PAINTERS. FULL-SERVICE. INSIDE. OUTSIDE. HOME. BUSINESS. SATISFACTION GUARANTEED.

FULL-SERVICE.PAINTERS. FULL-SERVICE.

ANNOUNCEMENT

Viewpoint

Choosing a Medicare plan: Three key benefits to consider

By Mona Clor

The Medicare Annual Election Period begins on Oct. 15, and more than 155,000 individuals in DuPage County are ages 65 or older and may be eligible to select a healthcare plan for 2023.

From Oct. 15 to Dec. 7, people eligible for Medicare can review plans to find the best one for their health needs, as well as their wallets.

Although it may seem intimidating, it is important that eligible individuals start by identifying their top priorities—like convenience or quality of care—and then finding an accommodating plan.

While some people will opt for traditional Medicare, an alternative is Medicare Advantage, which typically offers additional benefits, such as prescription coverage, fitness plans and routine checkups or cleanings. Additionally, home-based healthcare continues to be a service offered by many plans, which is something to consider as you choose your plan for 2023. Specifically, I encourage you to consider the following benefits when reviewing your options:

• In-home primary care. Did you know that you may be able to see your primary care provider in your home? House calls are back in popularity and companies, will send a provider and care team to your home—and offer telemedicine services—for both routine and sick visits. The best part is that in-home visits typically last around 45 minutes, compared to a 15-minute office visit, allowing more time to review concerns with your doctor and allow them to treat all your health needs.

• Telemedicine services. A recent survey by AARP indicates that nearly one-out-of-three adults 50 and over are highly interested in using telemedicine for themselves or a loved one. Telemedicine not only offers the convenience of visiting with a healthcare provider from the comfort of your home but also provides safety from picking up germs and contamination from inoffice appointments. Check to see if your Medicare Advantage plan covers telemedicine, including online counseling, prescription management and urgent care issues.

• Pharmacy mail order. For convenience, consider a plan that

LEGAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF ADDISON PUBLIC LIBRARY AUDIT REPORT

The Addison Public Library hereby pro vides public notice that an audit of its funds for the period May 1, 2021 through April 30, 2022 has been made by Sikich LLP, in accordance with 30 ILCS 15/0.01 et seq. The full report of the audit is available for inspection on the library website and at the Library, 4 Friendship Plaza, Addison, IL, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 9 p.m., Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, and between the hours of 1 pm and 5 pm on Sunday, except for holidays.

offers home delivery for your prescriptions. Often, mail-order programs allow beneficiaries to set up automatic refills for prescriptions to be delivered to their doorstep, ensuring you never run out of your medications. Many mail-order pharmacies offer 24/7 service which is helpful if you have questions about your medication outside of business hours.

For additional information on choosing the right Medicare plan for you or a loved one, visit the Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov.

Mona Clor, M.D., is a family medicine physician with Heal Primary Care.

Glowiak Hilton votes to clarify language in SAFE-T Act

State Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton signed on in support of legislation to clarify language in the SAFE-T Act and improve how officials can enforce the law.

“Improving public safety will rely on many factors, and in order to be effective, the individuals responsible for implementation must feel comfortable with any changes,” said Glowiak Hilton (D-Western Springs). “Senate Bill 4228 will help law enforcement officials to continue to perform their duties and protect our communities.”

The intent of the law aims to end cash bail to improve racial equity in the criminal justice system. Senate Bill 4228 updates many provisions in the SAFE-T Act by adding clarifying language to address concerns raised by local law enforcement officials.

The legislation states pretrial release will apply to individuals arrested on or after Jan. 1, 2023. The measure also permits judges to deny pretrial release for any alleged crime if the person arrested poses a threat to the safety of any person or the community.

Back in January 2021 when the SAFE-T Act was brought up in the Senate, Sen. Glowiak Hilton didn’t support the measure due to hearing serious concerns from local police departments.

Senate Bill 4228 can be considered during the upcoming veto session.

Editor’s note: This was submitted by the office of State Sen. Suzy Glowiak Hilton.

Answers

Slices of life

Putting the cart before the horse: Part one of two

I’ve addressed grocery store conduct in the past, but today I address a topic so immense and lifechanging that it spans two weeks worth of columns. It’s a specific facet of grocery store protocol which is (or should be) of paramount importance to us all.

Shopping carts.

Shopping carts are a necessity because toilet paper, bread, milk and bananas take up real space and it’s paramount for the user to choose the very best one. (Yes, that’s actually a thing.)

When arriving at the super store (or any store with aisles, check out lines and a dairy section) be aware. Usually the carts are lined up near the entrance and you might be tempted to choose the first one you see.

Whoa. Stop right there.

Usually there are five or more rows of carts lined up within the store’s entrance. Do not just take any old cart wilily nilly. You’d certainly identify yourself as a rookie right there. Use the five seconds it takes to approach the carts and evaluate them. Look at the wheels and bottom carriage. Any rust?

Rust elicits squeaks. It impedes

forward progress. It identifies a cart that’s been through the ringer—or at least outside in a rainstorm or two.

Any cart that squeaks is a cart worthy some WD40 work in the warehouse during the late night shift. In addition to the rust clue alluded to above, you will be able to identify this abnormality within seconds of selecting your cart because the spinning of its wheels will elicit a sound sounding much like a squeak— not a mouse squeak, but a cart squeak. Both are equally bad when shopping for fresh produce and other edibles.

If you do hear the sound of the dreaded squeak, simply step away.

Cart commitment takes much longer than 20 seconds to establish. There is no need for guilt on your part.

Avoid rust like it’s rust.

Next, check out the body. Chinks? Bends in the metal? You’ve found a cart that’s likely been in a front or side end collision. The body has most likely been irreparably damaged, leaving either the right wheels—or left—to pull in their preferred direction, and you fighting (unsuccessfully) to maintain straightforward progress every step of the way from the meats to freezer

By JILL PERTLER Columnist

section. Never pick a fight like this with a cart. The cart will win, leaving you frustrated and your arm muscles spent.

Leave the bent metal cart to the next rookie entering the store.

Finally, when you pull on a cart to release it from the pack, it should immediately roll toward you. If it remains wedged onto the cart linked up in front of it, walk away. No positive cart relationship ever started with hesitancy or, worse yet, defiance.

Carts are built to serve people, not the other way around. If carts refuse to come with you willingly, they likely have an unhealthy relationship with the cart positioned next to them. Even if it is deemed consensual (and I’m not sure carts are able to give consent), it is never healthy. Carts are not made to cohort with their brethren in such a manner. It should be outlawed, but those cart lobbyists wield more power than one might imagine. It’s best to leave the carts choosing to cohort in unhealthy relationships to themselves and pick another.

This brings us to the end of part one. You are near to picking your grocery vehicle at this point, but there is so much more to cart management, which we will cover next week.

Until then, stay safe-everywhere, but especially in the grocery store.

Jill Pertler is an award-winning syndicated columnist, published playwright and author. She invites readers to follow the Slices of Life page on Facebook.

Fine Furniture Refinishing, Reupholstery, and Restoration

We

now

&

been

reupholstering.

LIMITED TIME ONLY SALE

Montalbano Furniture has closed its showroom and has moved to the back of this building - Space # 28B. Take 25th Avenue to the side street going west by the corner with the Bearing Company on the North and our white delivery truck on the South. Continue West 2 blocks all the way to the railroad tracks. Then turn left going South and follow the rail road tracks all the way to the middle of the back side of the building, where you will see our entrance door to our factory and warehouse.

We welcome e-mail requests or texts for quotes with dimensions & digital photos: mark@montalbanofurniture.com

We are specialists in water, fire and insurance work. We offer free factory estimates. Pickup and delivery is available. Our other services offered include: leather desktop replacement and bent glass doors, caning and rushing, gold and silver leafing as well as expert reupholstering with over 10,000 fabric choices.

We also repair dog and cat damage. We love pets!

S. 25th Avenue, Suite B-28

IL 60155 USA

(708) 409-5100

www.montalbanofurniture.com

Made or Restored Locally for

years in the USA

IS

That’s why we want to give you a chance to test our latest technology, The Miracle-Ear® Genius for FREE!*

Here’s the catch: You must have difficulty hearing and understanding in background noise, and your hearing must fall in the range of the hearing aid. People that are selected will evaluate Miracle-Ear’s latest advanced digital hearing solution – the Miracle-Ear Genius. You will be able to walk into our office and walk out knowing how much help there is for you. † Candidates will be asked to evaluate our instruments for 30 days (risk free*).

At the end of the 30 days, if you are satisfied with the improvement in your hearing and wish to keep the instruments, you may do so at tremendous savings. But this is only for a limited time! You must schedule your appointment by October 14th, 2022. Don’t wait!

YOU KNOW?

DISCREET DESIGN • COMFORT FIT NATURAL SOUND QUALITY

All wrapped up in our smallest hearing aid ever!