Bensenville Community Newsletter March-April 2014

March/April 2014

Support the BCF and The Human Race

The DuPage Human Race brings together hundreds of walkers and runners for a community event and fundraiser that benefits over 50 non-profit organizations in DuPage County on Saturday April 26.

The cast and crew of “The Drowsy Chaperone” at the Lewis-Huffman Auditorium.

Fenton High School Spring Musical April 24-26 Fenton High School is proud to present the spring musical, “The Drowsy Chaperone,” on April 24-26 at 7:30 p.m. in the Lewis-Huffman Auditorium at Fenton. Tickets are $5 at the door.

“The Drowsy Chaperone” is a musical comedy that pays tribute to the American musicals of old and their effects on the fans who love them. This show-withina-show is narrated by one such fan who takes the audience through what one critic calls “the funniest musical on Broadway.” Don’t snooze and lose out on an evening of upbeat musical numbers coupled with outlandish comic acting as Fenton brings this musical to life on stage.

Senior Citizen Matinee A luncheon and special matinee performance of “The Drowsy Chaperone” will be performed for Bensenville and Wood Dale senior citizens beginning at noon on Saturday, April 26. Lunch will be served at noon and the performance will begin at 1:00 p.m. There is no admission charge for this event but preregistration is required. To make a reservation, call 630-860-8620 between April 8-15. Please leave a message with your name, phone number and the number of people attending.

The statements and opinions expressed in this newsletter do not reflect the views, opinions, thoughts or beliefs of each member organization. The member organizations are not responsible for opinions or statements made individually or by other organizations. To submit information for this newsletter, contact tryan@bsd2.org. Deadline for May/June is April 8.

Join the Bensenville Community Foundation team by supporting a participant or by walking or running yourself. The 5K course is a timed race USATF sanctioned. The 2K walk allows strollers, pets and wheelchairs. Both courses are through the scenic corporate campus of Esplanade, Locus Point, 1091 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove. Register or support The Bensenville Community Foundation online at http://www.active. com/donate/dupagehumanrace2014/ bcf2014 .

Chamber Orchestra concert April 27

The Bensenville Chamber Orchstra will present its spring concert at 3:30 p.m. April 27 at Blackhawk Middle School. Admission is free, but donations appreciated.

Dinner and Auction

The First United Methodist Church is hosting a Spaghetti Dinner and Triple T Auction at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 5.

Adults are $7 in advance, $9 at the door.

Children ages 4 to 12 are $5 and children 3 and under are free.

Things to be auctioned will be Time/ Treasures/Talents, including yard work, babysitting, painting, cleaning, and dog sitting. For information and tickets call Susan at 630-337-4685.

In This Issue Farmer’s Market..........................pg 2 Library programs.........................pg 4 Easter Brunch..............................pg 6 Kindergarten Registration............pg 8 Dance Force wins........................pg 10

Carrier Route Presort Postal Customer Bensenville, IL 60106 210 S. Church Road, Bensenville, IL 60106

Bensenville School District 2

Presort Standard US Postage PAID Permit No. 122 Bensenville, IL

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Law Enforcement Charity Hockey Game The Edge Ice Arena in Bensenville will be the site for the 3rd Annual Law Enforcement Hockey Classic on March 15th. The game will pit members of the Chicago Police Department against their peers from the Chicago FBI. The puck drops at 7 p.m. and tickets are available by calling 630-566-0270. This year’s charity event will benefit Honor Flight Chicago, the organization dedicated to providing free trips to Washington D.C. for area World War II Veterans.

Village of Bensenville 12 S. Center Street Bensenville, IL 60106 www.Bensenville.il.us 630-766-8200

Honor Flight Chicago arranges for a day trip to Washington during which veterans are honored for the day and visit the WWII Memorial. Fund-raising efforts cover the approximate $500 per person cost for the veterans. There are estimated to be about 25,000 remaining WWII veterans in the Chicago area and Honor Flight Chicago is dedicated to making this trip available to as many of them as possible.

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Morris Bartlett Susan Janowiak Robert Jarecki Martin O’Connell JoEllen Ridder Henry Wesseler

Village Clerk

Ilsa Rivera Trujillo

Village Manager Michael Cassady

Senior Citizen Monthly Lunches Bensenville residents 55 years and over are invited to enjoy a meal and play some bingo at Monty’s Banquet Hall located at 703 S. York Road.

The luncheon takes place the first Tuesday of every month.

The cost is $4 for a great meal, raffle prizes, and bingo. If you would like to join the club, simply show up at Monty’s the day of the event with your ID. Doors open at 10 a.m. and lunch begins around 11:15 a.m. If you have any questions, please call 630-5941010.

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Bensenville Announces New Farmers Market We’re very pleased to announce that Bensenville will be home to a Farmer’s Market this summer. This popular attraction will be a part of our Wednesday night Music in the Park series. The current plan calls for the Farmer’s Market to be located in town on Railroad Avenue between Center Street and York Road on Wednesday afternoons. You’ll be able to browse fresh produce and specialty foods during the day and then enjoy our popular concert series in the evening.

Building Permit Reminder Spring is just around the corner, and with good weather comes the opportunity for many home improvement projects. You need to obtain building permits for many home improvements and if you ever have any questions come into Village Hall or call 630-350-3413. We look forward to working with you and making this process as easy as possible.

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Voice Your Opinion on Village Housing The “Homes for a Changing Region” grant that the Village received to develop a strategy to meet local housing needs is moving into its next phase: public input - and we need your assistance!

Bensenville, Addison, Villa Park, and Wood Dale are developing a “Homes for a Changing Region Plan” which will chart future supply and demands trends for housing in our communities with the aim of creating a balanced mix of housing, serving current and future populations, and enhancing livability.

We have arranged to collect information on Village residents’ housing preferences through an interactive survey. The survey can be completed online at the Homes Public Engagement site http://www.nedupage.metroquest.com/ or the Village’s website www.bensenville.il.us and will be available to complete through March 27. Please take the few minutes to complete a survey to help guide us.

O’Hare Noise Complaints Submit your aircraft noise complaints online or by phone to the City of Chicago.

The link below will take you to the City’s 311 System where you can create a service request. The Chicago Department of Aviation utilizes this information to identify potential noise hotspots and determine if pilots are adhering to the Fly Quiet Program.

Website Address to File Complaint www.cityofchicago.org/city/en/depts/311.html

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Chicago Steel Home Schedule Date

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Sun. Mar. 22

Omaha

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Wed. Mar. 19

Cedar Rapids

10 am

Fri. Mar. 21

Dubuque

7:30 pm

Sat. Mar. 22

Team USA-18

7 pm

Fri. Mar. 28

Team USA-17

7:30 pm

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Wed. Apr. 2

Youngstown

7:30 pm

Fri. Apr. 4

Muskegon

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Fri. Apr. 5

Indiana

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Spring Brush Pick-up From April through November Allied Waste will remove individual branches that are less than 3 feet in length and 1 inch in diameter on regular trash collection days from the regular collection point in biodegradable paper bags or garbage cans with two “Yard Waste Only” labels attached. Unbundled brush and branches will be collected from single-family residences four times this year by Village Staff. Call 630350-3435 for more information.

O’Hare Noise Compatibility Hotline - 1-800-435-9569 (please be aware that this number will direct you to the City of Chicago 311 Information Line and you will need to speak to the operator to lodge your complaint) Information requested includes: • What date did the aircraft noise event occur? Please let us know the day the noise event occurred, this may vary from the day you made the complaint.

• What time did the airport noise event occur? Please let us know the time the noise event occurred, this varies from the time you made the complaint.

• What type of disturbance are you reporting?

• What type of facilty is being affected by the noise?

• What activity is being impacted by the noise?

• What aircraft type are you reporting?

Early Spring Collection begins April 14, 2014

Your aircraft noise complaint will be submitted to the City of Chicago’s Department of Aviation for tracking purposes only and will be included as data in the Airport Noise Mangement System’s reports.

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Adult Programs Titanic Survivor: Violet Jessop - Saturday, April 12 at 2:00 p.m.

Join us for this first-person historical portrayal written and performed by Leslie Goddard. Based on a true story, Violet Jessop tells unforgettable stories of the terrifying disasters of the sinking of the HMHS Britannic and the RMS Titanic, and gives a fascinating glimpse at life behind the scenes on the most glamorous luxury liners of their day.

Thinking about home brewing but don’t know how to get started? Come join us at the library as experienced homebrewers Chris Jones and Keith McNaught share their knowledge on homebrewing! Space is limited - reservations plus a $5 deposit is required. 21 and over. Must register in person.

We Love Books: Craft Night - Thursday, April 17 at 7:00 p.m.

In honor of National Library Week, you’re invited to come and enjoy a night of book-inspired craft making! There is no charge to participate in this craft night, but please bring your creativity! Registration is required to attend, so reserve your spot today! Call or visit the library to register! 630-766-4642

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Board of Trustees

Norbert Banaszynski, President Susan Z. Diamond, Vice President Susan Earley, Treasurer Nancy Rizzo, Secretary Kim Glomp Elaine Reiland Mandi Zalewski Jill Rodriguez, Library Director

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How to Homebrew: Saturday, April 26 from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

200 S. Church Road Bensenville, IL 60106 www.benlib.org 630-766-4642 Mon-Thurs................... 9am-9pm Friday........................... 9am-5pm Saturday....................... 9am-5pm Sunday......................... 1pm-5pm

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National Library Week & Food for Fines

National Library Week is being observed across the country April 13-19 with the theme Lives Change @ your library. Also during National Library Week, we will accept donations of non-perishable food items in lieu of payments for fines on overdue materials. Each can or box of food = $1. All donations go to the Bensenville/Wood Dale Food Pantry.

Tabletop Game Day

Computer Classes

Join us in celebrating International Tabletop Day on April 5! This is a celebration for all fans of tabletop gaming, where the whole world is brought together in a common purpose of spending time together and having fun. Call the library for more info!

Just a reminder! We are still offering a variety of computer classes to improve your technological skills! Space is limited in these classes - a reservation and a $5 deposit is required to attend.

Must register in person at the Adult Services Desk.

Classes include: Intro to Computing, Microsoft Word 2010, Microsoft Excel 2010, Microsoft PowerPoint 2010, Intro to Photoshop, Intermediate Photoshop, eBay Basics, as well as Tech Drop-In

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Bensenville Reads!

The Bensenville Library and the Bensenville Arts Council are proud to announce the 9th annual Bensenville Reads program!

This year we will be reading “Dollface”

by Renée Rosen. A limited number of free copies are available at the library - ask for your copy at the front desk!

The Bensenville Reads celebration will take place on Friday, May 9 at 7 p.m. at the library. Join us as we welcome Renée Rosen for a discussion, book signing, and reception.

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Family Craft Night

Friday, April 4 at 1:00 p.m.

Thursday, March 27 at 6:30 p.m.

Join us for a showing of “Despicable Me 2” at the Bensenville Library.

Come early to make one of our favorite minion crafts. Popcorn will be provided. Registration is not required to attend.

Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 p.m.

Join Ms. Gatto the last Thursday of every month for an evening of crafting fun! Registration is not required to attend this event.

The Bensenville Arts Council Annual Student Art Show showcases the works of Bensenville students. This year’s selections will be on display at the library from March 24 through April 17. A reception and awards ceremony will be held at the library on Sunday, April 13 from 1 - 3 p.m. for grades K-5. The reception for grades 6-12 will be held on Thursday, April 10 at 7 p.m.

Empty Bowls The Bensenville Arts Council and the library are sponsoring the 8th Annual Empty Bowls Event to benefit the Bensenville/Wood Dale Food Pantry. The community is invited to donate handcrafted or unique bowls and attend the Empty Bowls Soup Supper from 5 - 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 10 at the library. There you may select a bowl and enjoy homemade soups donated by Robert Morris Culinary students and local restaurants. For more information, contact Jill Rodriguez at the library.

Join the Bensenville Library the third Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Bensenville Theatre.

Admission to the show is free!

March 20 - “Capote” April 17 - “Shawshank Redemption”

Mock Interviews Need to tweak your interviewing skills? We are accepting 4 people to interview in 15 minute sessions!

Reservations are required to attend!

Saturday, March 15 from 1-2 p.m.

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Join the Bensenville Library the first Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Bensenville Theatre for a showing of our favorite family films.

Admission to the show is free!

March 4 - Percy Jackson: Sea of Monsters April 8 - Turbo (note: this is a second Tuesday of the month)

Color Splash Sunday, March 9 at 2:00 p.m.

Join us for our annual Color Splash event as we celebrate Youth Art Month! We will create amazing art with clay, beads, and more. This program is suitable for children 10 years old and younger and their parents. Registration is required!

LEGO Night Monday, April 14 @ 6:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 30 at 10 a.m.

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to join the Youth Services Department for a morning with Saxby the Squirrel and Robin! Learn severe weather safety with singa-long, dance, and fun! Saxby’s programs focus on families with children encouraging them to prepare for disasters, create home disaster kits, and observe weather safety rules.

Co-sponsored by the Bensenville Arts Council.

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Saxby the Squirrel... and Robin!

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Compete in our hour-long LEGO building challenge! This is a dropin event and registration is not required. Builders accepted on first come, first served basis!

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LEGOpalooza March 31 - April 4 Looking for something to do over Spring Break? Everyday between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. stop by the Youth Services Department and see what you can build!

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Golf Course is Open Year Round.

For tee times visit www.whitepinesgolf.com for the best rates available.

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White Pines Golf Club & Banquets 500 W. Jefferson St.

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John Wassinger, President Tom Earley, Vice President Jim Geils, Treasurer Ken Anderson, Commissioner Dawn Hach, Commissioner

Rick Robbins

Sunday, April 20 | Seatings: 9:30am to 2:30pm carved prime rib . cold seafood bar omelette station . chocolate fountain assorted appetizers & salads . sweet table

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Bloody Mary & Champagne Bars are available at an additional cost.

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Monday, March 17 Buffet 5-9pm, bar open until 12am Featuring a corned beef buffet for $15.95. Guests will enjoy specialty beers and music. Reserve at 630-7660304 x2 or www.whitepinesgolf.com.

$35.95, adult. $15.95, child 5-10.

Child under 5, free. Tax and gratuity additional.

Groups of 8 or more will require a deposit and must call.

Reserve at 630-766-0304 x2 or whitepinesgolf.com.

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Water Park Pass Sale Through April 30 Bensenville Water Park passes may be purchased at Deer Grove Leisure Center. Visit www.bensenvilleparkdistrict.org or call 630-766-7015 for pricing and proof of residency requirements. The new splash pad features are included in your Water Park pass.

A Water Park party includes a private area on the concession patio for an hour. At the conclusion of the party, guests can remain at the water park the remainder of the day.

Easter Eggstravaganza

Summer Employment

Saturday, April 19

The Bensenville Park District is now hiring summer staff for its aquatics and camps programs. Contact 630766-7015 for more information. White Pines Golf Club & Banquets is also hiring for the summer. For course opportunities, please call the pro shop at 630-7660304, ext.1 or e-mail proshop@whitepinesgolf.com or for restaurant and banquet employment call 630-7660304, ext. 2 or e-mail banquets@whitepinesgolf.com.

Applications are available at Deer Grove Leisure Center and White Pines Golf Club or you may download an application at bensenvilleparkdistrict.com.

Come to Varble Park for our annual Easter Egg Hunt. The Easter Bunny will hide the eggs and will officially start the hunt. This egg hunt is held outside so dress accordingly to weather. Bring a basket or bag to hold your eggs. Children must pre-register to participate in the hunt. Ages 2-4 begins at 10am, and ages 5-7 begins at 10:30. There will also be photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny. Registration and more information is at the Deer Grove Leisure Center, 630-766-7015.

Youth Soccer League

Tiny Tot Preschool Preview Week March 10-14 Give your child the opportunity to grow with the Bensenville Park District Tiny Tot Preschool by attending a class session during preview week. Reserve at either via e-mail ttschool@ bensenvilleparkdistrict.org or 630766-7015 ext. 2017.

Registration ends Fri., March 14 For boys and girls, ages 4 through 13. Participants will play other park district teams in the Mid Suburban Recreational Soccer League. There will be an end of the season party where participants will receive trophies. Register at the Deer Grove Leisure Center.

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March 29 & 30

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Have private, exclusive use of the water park and splash pad with family, friends or co-workers.

The Water Park can be rented Monday-Thursday at 7:30pm, and Friday-Sunday at 8:15pm. The splash pad can also be rented individually at the same times.

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The splash pad birthday party option gives your group exclusive use of the splash pad during water park hours as well as shared use of the water park. The splash pad will be closed to the public for your group’s private use.

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210 S. Church Road Bensenville, IL 60106 www.bsd2.org 630-766-5940

W.A. Johnson School, 252 Ridgewood Tioga School, 212 W. Memorial District 2 will hold kindergarten registration from 2p.m.-6p.m. on March 19 or all children who will be 5 years old on or before September 1, 2014. Parents should register students at their home schools. Parents who are unsure of which school their child will attend, please call the Transportation Department at 630766-2057.

Board of Education

Patty Reyes, President Kathie Bossier, Vice Pres.

Jorge Sanchez, Treasurer Cindee Hazen, Secretary Bob Laudadio Donna Prunotto Nancy Quinn

Generally, the boundaries are: households west of Church Road attend W.A. Johnson School; households east of Church Road attend Tioga School.

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Dr. James Stelter, Superintendent Dr. Kay Dugan Asst. Supt. for Learning Paul Novack Chief Financial Officer

Kindergartens students should attend registration with their parents so that they

Directory of Schools Blackhawk Middle School 630-766-2601 Perry Finch Co-Principal Sarah Humboldt, Co-Principal Tarah Fowler, Asst. Principal W. A. Johnson School 630-766-2605 Missy Baglarz, Co-Principal Jason Smith, Co-Principal Tioga School 630-766-2602 Nicole Robinson, Co-Principal David Rojas, Co-Principal

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New mobile app offers easy access to resources Bensenville District 2 now offers a mobile App available for free in Google Play and iTunes to access the variety of online features available on the district website, www.bsd2.org. The new App provides families with 24/7/365 access to calendars, lunch menus, directories, events, classroom and homework blogs and direct links to the full web site, adopted for mobile devices.

“Our new, official mobile App empowers everyone in the community to stay connected and up to date on the information that they want and need -- directly from their mobile device,” said Terry Ryan, community relations coordinator.

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Old furniture and equipment will also be available for sale, cash and carry only.

The second addition to the new Tioga School will be ready for students and staff next school year. The original school will be closed at the end of the school year and prepared for demolition. The space where the school now stands will be converted to a playground and ball field.

Blackhawk Entrance, Gym Set for renovation Improvements to Blackhawk Middle School entrance, gymnasium and washrooms this summer will kick off a two-year renovation project at the 52-year-old school.

The plan calls for creating a secure reception space by enclosing the walk-up area already under a roof at the main entrance. This will improve safety by creating a space where visitors can be screened by office staff before they are given access to the building.

The student locker rooms adjacent to the gymnasium will be remodeled to make better use of the space. In the gymnasium, air conditioning will be installed, and the old wooden bleachers will be replaced to improve safety, expand seating capacity and comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The gym floor will also be refinished.

New signs for concealed carry law All schools (and many public buildings) are required to post signs at entrances to designate the area where carrying a concealed firearm is prohibited. Those with a license to carry a concealed weapon are prohibited from carrying a firearm in a school building, property or parking area. Applications for a license to carry a concealed weapon became available Jan. 1.

The renovations, estimated to cost $1.6 million, will be paid for out of district reserves. Plans are being drafted for a second phase of construction that may include renovations of the auditorium, media center and main office, depending on funds available.

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The school will be open for residents to visit their former classrooms and look at historical displays. Tours will also be available at the new school.

Shows will be at 7 p.m. Friday, April 11 and at 2 and 7 p.m. April 12 in the middle school auditorium, 250 S. Church Road.

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The community is invited to tour Tioga School and purchase surplus items on Sunday, May 4 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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More than 100 students are involved in the cast and crew of the spring musical, based loosely on the Ugly Duckling story, according to Director Doug Orlyk.

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Mary Rivera, President David Vogel, Vice President Laura Wassinger, Secretary Dorothy Lange Thomas Lawler Susan Ralph David Sbertoli

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Dr. Kathie Pierce, Superintendent Mr. Todd Leden, Principal Ms. Jane Lawnicki, Director of Business Operations

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Community Raises Money for Special Olympics

Monday, March 3 No School

Employees from the Village of Bensenville and Fenton staff members competed in a friendly game of basketball to help raise funds for the school’s Special Olympics basketball team. The entire group is pictured below.

March 9 Spaghetti With A Song Music Booster Fundraiser 1 - 4 p.m. $8 for dinner, raffle and entertainment

The event was sponsored by the Fenton Interact Club, an international student service club sponsored by the Bensenville Rotary. Students active in the Interact Club also serve as peer coaches to the Special Olympics team.

Donations for Spaghetti with a Song are needed. Please contact FHS Music Boosters at fhsmusicbooster.president@gmail.com for more information. All proceeds benefit the FHS music program.

A Fenton Spotlight Show, featuring the Interact Club, is airing on the Bensenville Cable Television Station on Comcast Channel TV-6 and AT & T U-Verse Channel 99. Fenton Spotlight shows are scheduled to air on Fridays at 7 p.m.

March 31 - April 4 Spring Break April 23 -24 Prairie State Testing The District 100 Board of Education will hold its regular business meetings on Monday, March 24 and Monday April 28 at 7 p.m. in the board room at Fenton Community High School. Parents and community members are invited to attend.

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The competition routine and interviews with Coach Katherine Payton, team captains and seniors dancers can be viewed on the Bensenville Cable Television Station on Comcast Channel TV-6 and AT & T U-Verse Channel 99. Fenton Spotlight shows are scheduled to air on Fridays at 7 p.m.

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On Saturday, February 1, the Fenton High School Dance Force finished their competitive season by placing third out of 30 qualifying teams at the Illinois High School Association’s (IHSA) Competitive Dance State finals. In addition, the team placed first at conference and third at the sectional level of competition.

1000 W. Green Street Bensenville, IL 60106 630-766-2500 www.fenton100.org

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Spring Break-No School

Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL FHS District 100 BOE 7pm

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Microsoft Word, 2pm BCPL Tech Drop-In, 3:30-5pm BCPL

BSD2- No School Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL St. Patrick’s Day Bash, 5-9pm White Pines CDC Mtg 6:30pm VH Library Board, 7:30pm BCPL

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Vill. Comm Mtgs 6pm VH Vill. Bd of Trustees 6:30pm VH Hard-Boiled, 7pm BCPL

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Tales for Tots, 10:30am BCPL Vill. Comm Mtgs 6pm VH Quilters, 7pm BCPL

Books & Babies, 10 Tales for Tots, 11 10:30am BCPL 10:30am BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm BCPL Vill. Comm Mtgs 6pm VH BBAA Brd. Mtg, 7pm DGLC Village Bd of Trustees Mtg 6:30pm VH FHS Padres Unidos 7-9pm

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Powerpoint, 2pm BCPL Color Splash, 2pm BCPL Tech Drop-In, 3:30-5pm BCPL FHS Spaghetti with a Song 1-4pm

Senior Citizens Lunch, 11am Monty’s Movie, 7pm BV Thtr Quilters, 7pm BCPL

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Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL BSD2 Kinder. Reg. 2-6pm WAJ & Tioga BPD Bd Mtg 6pm DGLC Intro to Computing, 6:30pm BCPL BSD2 Bd of Ed, 7pm LLC

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Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL Excel, 7pm BCPL Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm BCPL FHS Music Boosters 7pm

Play to Learn, 10:30am Intro to Computing, 6:30pm BCPL BSD2 COW-7pm LLC FHS Bison Boosters 7 pm

Wednesday

Thursday

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21

Friday Funday, 10:30am BCPL FHS 12:12pm Dismissal Fish Fry 5-9pm White Pines

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Friday Funday, 10:30am BCPL Fish Fry 5-9pm White Pines FHS 8th Annual Talent Show 6:30pm

Growing Rdrs & Tales Fitness Frenzy Month for Tots, 10:30am BCPL ends DGLC Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm BCPL Fish Fry 5-9pm Family Craft Night, 6:30pm White Pines BCPL Intermd. Photoshop, 7pm BCPL

20

Growing Rdrs & Tales for Tots, 10:30am BCPL Intro to Computing, 6:30pm BCPL FHS Drama Showcse 7pm Based on the Book, 7pm BV Theater

13

6

Friday

Garden Club, noon, BCPL BMS Pep Band @ FCHS Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm BCPL Fish Fry 5-9pm Play to Learn with DCM, White Pines 5:30+6:30pm BCPL eBay Basics, 7pm BCPL

Intro to Computing, 6:30pm BCPL Adult Book Disc., 7pm BCPL FHS Tri-District Band Festival 7pm

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29 Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL Quilt Show, 10am-4pm Fischer Farm

22 Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL

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Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL Mock Interviews, 1pm BCPL Law Enfor. Hockey Game 7pm Edge II

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Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL

Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL

Saturday

Monday

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Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL FHS District 100 Board of Education Meeting 7pm

21

Easter Sunday Library Closed Easter Brunch, 9:30am2:30pm seating White Pines

Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL CDC Mtg 6:30pm VH Library Board, 7:30pm BCPL

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Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL LEGO Night, 6:30pm BCPL BBAA Brd. Mtg, 7pm DGLC

Classes Resume Books & Babies, 10:30am BCPL Red Hat Ladies, 6:15pm DGLC Lit Chicks, 7pm BCPL CDC Mtg 6:30pm VH

20

Excel, 2pm BCPL Tech Drop-In 3:30-5pm BCPL Art Show Reception, 1pm BCPL

13

Microsoft Word, 2pm BCPL Tech Drop-In 3:30-5pm BCPL

The library is now accepting donations of books for the May book sale! Questions?

Call (630) 766-4642.”

Sunday

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LEGOpalooza, 9am-3pm Ply to Lrn, 10:30am BCPL Intro Comput, 6:30pm & Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm BSD2 COW, 6:30pm LLC BPD Bd COW 6pm DGLC

Wednesday

29

Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL BSD2 District Chorus Fest 6:30pm BMS Hard-Boiled, 7pm BCPL Quilters, 7pm BCPL

22

Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Vill. Comm Mtgs 6pm VH Vill. Bd of Trustees 6:30pm VH

Tales for Tots, 10:30am BCPL Vill. Comm Mtgs 6pm VH Quilters, 7pm BCPL

15

Tales for Tots, 10:30am8 Family Movie, 7pm BV Theater FHS Padres Unidos 7-9pm Vill. Comm. Mtgs 6pm VH Vill. Bd of Trustees 6:30pm VH

3

30 Tioga Children’s Day & Talent Show Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL Saxby & Robin, 10am BCPL

FHS PSAE Testing 23 Book Brunch, 10am Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm & Intro to Photoshop, 7pm BCPL BSD2 Arts Fest 6:30pm BMS

25 Friday Funday, 10:30am BCPL Johnson School Family Social 6:30 pm FHS Spring Musical 7:30

18 FHS & BSD2 No School Friday Funday, 10:30am BCPL Fish Fry 5-9pm White Pines

Friday Funday, 10:30am BCPL Fish Fry 5-9pm White Pines BMS Spring Musical 7pm

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LEGOpalooza, 9am-3pm4 BCPL Friday Funday, 10:30am BCPL Minion Madness, 1pm BCPL Fish Fry 5-9pm White Pines

Friday

26 Homebrew, 1-3pm BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL FHS Senior Citizen Lunch and Matinee 12pm FHS Spring Musical 7:30

19 Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL Easter Eggstravaganza, 10-11am Varble Park

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Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL Titanic Survivor, 2pm BCPL BMS Spring Musical, 2 & 7pm

Rotary Club meets the 2nd, 3rd and 4th Tuesdays at 12:15 p.m at Two Chefs Community online calendar www.calendarwiz.com/ bensenvillecalendar

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Tabletop Game Day, BCPL Sat Builders, 2pm BCPL Creative Creatures, 9am5pm BCPL

Saturday

Kiwanis Club meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at Mama Maria’s.

24 FHS PSAE Testing Growing Readers &Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm & Inter. Photoshop, 7pm Family Craft Nt, 6:30pm BCPL FHS Spring Musical 7:30

Growing Readers &Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Garden Club, Noon, BCPL Intro to Computing, 6:30pm BCPL Book Crafts, 7pm BCPL

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Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL Intro to Computing, 6:30pm BCPL Board Meeting 6pm DGLC BSD2 BOE 7pm LLC

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Garden Club, noon, BCPL eBay Basics, 7pm BCPL Art Show Rec., 7pm BCPL Empty Bowls, 5pm BCPL

Play to Learn, 10:30am BCPL Tech Drop-In, 5-7pm BCPL Powerpoint, 7pm BCPL FHS Bison Boosters 7pm FHS Music Boosters 7pm

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Thursday LEGOpalooza, 9am-3pm BCPL Growing Readers & Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Intro to Computing, 6:30pm & Adult Book Disc., 7pm BCPL

No School -Spring Break FHS and BSD2

LEGOpalooza, 9am-3pm BCPL Tales for Tots, 10:30 am BCPL Sr. Cit. Lunch 11am Monty’s Quilters, 7 pm BCPL

Tuesday

April 2014