Answer Book 2015

Answer Book 2015

W E D N E S D A Y

JOURNAL Your guide to Oak Park and River Forest

OPRFCHAMBER.ORG

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What do Frank Lloyd Wright and Rush Oak Park Hospital have in common?

Like the famous architect who pioneered a specific movement of architecture, doctors at Rush are experts and innovators.

Jessica Zhou, MD Radiation Oncology, Internal Medicine

Cassandra Bishop, RN Nurse Clinician

More than 100 specialists and sub-specialists — many from Rush University Medical Center — treat patients at Rush Oak Park Hospital. As a result of this commitment, the community hospital provides care that goes beyond conventional.

Specialists at Rush are trained and experienced in numerous conditions, including: Heart disease

Sports-related injuries

Cancer

Allergies

Skin problems

Gynecologic issues

Thyroid and metabolic problems, including diabetes

Emergency stroke and neurological problems

Rheumatic disease, including arthritis and osteoporosis

Gastrointestinal issues

Urinary problems

Pain management

Rush Oak Park Hospital combines specialized expertise from a nationally recognized medical center with the convenience of a community health care setting.

Team up with a specialist at Rush Oak Park Hospital by calling 708.660.4636 or visit roph.org.

Rush is a not-for-profit health care, education and research enterprise comprising Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Oak Park Hospital and Rush Health.

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Contents W E D N E S D A Y

JOURNAL Publisher Dan Haley VP/Director of Operations Andrew Johnston Senior Editor Bob Uphues Editor Ken Trainor Contributing Editor Brad Spencer Listings Staff Staff Photographer William Camargo Editorial Design Manager Claire Innes Editorial Designers Jacquinete Baldwin, Sky Hatter

IT and Digital Developer Mike Risher Ad Production Manager Philip Soell Ad Design Manager Andrew Mead Ad Designers Debbie Becker, Mark Moroney Advertising Director Dawn Ferencak Display Advertising Sales Marc Stopeck, Joe Chomiczewski

Communications & Marketing Project Manager Alicia Plomin Classified Advertising Sales Maureen O’Boyle Circulation Manager Jill Wagner Comptroller Edward Panschar Credit Manager Laurie Myers File 2015

YOUNG ART: People check out artwork on display at the Cheney Mansion in Oak Park during the West Suburban Consortium of Young Artists art show.

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Business . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Calendar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27 Clubs & Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Education. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Health. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Museums & Tourism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Parks & Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Religion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101 Restaurants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Seniors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Social Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Chamber Member Listings . . . . . . . . 139 Advertiser Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166 COVER: OPRF High School’s Hannah Sklar heads the ball towards Niles West’s goal.

File 2015

Collections Charlie Kelly Front Desk Carolyn Henning, Maria Murzyn Chairman Emeritus Robert K. Downs

HOW TO REACH US Wednesday Journal, 141 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, Illinois 60302 PHONE 708-524-8300 FAX 708-524-0447 www.OakPark.com | www.RiverForest.com © 2015 Wednesday Journal

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Welcome to Oak Park and River Forest!

W

hether you live, work, visit or shop in our community, we are glad you are here! On behalf of the members of the Chamber of Commerce, we are delighted to present you our 2015 Com munity Guide. We hope that you will find this a helpful and intriguing catalog of what you can find in Oak Park, River Forest and the surrounding towns.

Fabulous restaurants, historic sites, terrific shopping, a thriving business community, beautiful homes, top notch schools, events galore – we are very proud of everything we have to offer. Our two towns boast over 70,000 residents, 2,000 small and medium sized businesses, and over 80,000 tourists who come to enjoy the many at tractions including the world renown Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio and Unity Temple. With two major universities, a public high school ranked among the top 20 in Illinois, quick convenient access to Chicago, fascinating history, beautiful parks

OPRF Chamber of Commerce

Photo by DAVID T. KINDLER

1st row: Karen Mullarkey Kerrins Affordable Backyard Tents, Elizabeth Stewart Rush Oak Park Hospital, Karen M. Mayer Rush Oak Park Hospital, Jessica MacKinnon Dominican University, Lynn Palmgren Palmgren Acupuncture, 2nd: Cathy Yen OPRF Chamber of Commerce, Fernando Rivera Forest Park National Bank & Trust, Jim Blaha Buyers Agent United Real Estate, Christian Harris MaidPro, Paul McKenna Starship Restaurant & Catering, Josh Jennett Avenue Computer, J. Lee Latham We Clean Green, Craig Peterson Peterson & Associates Insurance 3rd: Sarah Corbin OPRF Chamber of Commerce, Carol Mancini Healthcare Solutions, Tony Munno Country Financial, Robert Stelletello Right at Home, Michael Lavery Excel Window Tinting, Marc Stopeck Wednesday Journal Publications.

and cultural events virtually every weekend, it is easy to see why the Oak Park River Forest area is a top destination forfamilies, business and visitors.

We can’t wait to share our villages with you!

Sarah Corbin and Cathy Yen

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Getting to know … Rick Tanksley Oak Park Police Chief How long have you lived/worked in Oak Park?

I’ve lived in Oak Park since 1972. I joined the Oak Park Police Department in 1984.

What brought you here and what has kept you here?

When I was a teen, my mom and dad moved here from Chicago. I’ve remained here because it’s a village rich in history

and known for its diversity, citizen involvement and all-around nice people.

What gets you fired up in the morning?

Knowing that I’ve been given one more day to help make the Oak Park Police Department a better organization, one the village can be proud of.

What keeps you awake at night?

Thinking about the areas we need to improve as a police department and those

WILLIAM CAMARGO/Staff Photographer

we need to celebrate.

What do you love about Oak Park?

Oak Park is truly special because of the partnership the Oak Park Police Department has with its citizens in addressing crime and quality-of-life issues. This close relationship has a direct correlation with our lower crime rates and quick resolution of quality-of-life issues. We appreciate our residents’ help in alerting us to any suspicious activity, which aids us in being proactive in fighting crime.

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By the numbers Median home price

Oak Park: 51,878

Population | Diversity River Forest: 11,127

House price in $1,000 200

400

River Forest: $583,300

600

84.8% 6.7% 6.0% 2.5%

Oak Park: $369,200

21.7% Chicago: $181,400

National: $181,400

African American | Asian | Caucasian | Latino | Other

Oak Park named one of the Top 10 places to relocate

4.8%

2.9

63.8%

Median houshold income $110,000

River Forest: $113,317

$100,000

Oak Park was named one of the Top 10 U.S. cities to move to by the Lincoln Property Company.

$90,000 $80,000

Oak Park: $78,802

$70,000 $60,000 $50,000 $40,000 $30,000 $20,000

Income

“Leave the bustle of Chicago behind, and bring your family to Oak Park. Close enough to the city, but far enough to enjoy the changing season in the Austin Gardens.

Though living is a little more expensive, it’s worth it for a happy home.”

6.8%

National: $51,000 Chicago: $38,625 Illinois: $31,856

$10,000

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To learn more or sign up for a class, visit roph.org or call

708.660.4636.

EDUCATION

FITNESS SUPPORT Healthy

Motivations COMMUNITY

is a community EDUCATION wellness program

FITNESS focused on

you and your

SUPPORT health goals.

COMMUNITY

EDUCATION

FITNESS SUPPORT 520 S. Maple Ave. | Oak Park, IL 60304 | roph.org

Rush is a not-for-profit health care, education and research enterprise comprising Rush University Medical Center, Rush University, Rush Oak Park Hospital and Rush Health.

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Cheney Mansion | 220 N. Euclid Ave., Oak Park Concordia University | 7400 W. Augusta St., River Forest Dominican University | 7900 W. Division St., River Forest Ernest Hemingway Museum | 200 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park Farmers Market | (May-Oct.) 460 Lake St., Oak Park Fenwick High school | 505 W. Washington St., Oak Park Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio | 951 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Nineteenth Century Club | 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park Oak Park Conservatory | 615 Garfield St., Oak Park Oak Park Public Library — Main Branch | 834 Lake St.,Oak Park Oak Park River Forest High School & Stadium | 201 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park Pleasant Home | 217 S. Home Ave., Oak Park Oak Park Main Post Office | 901 Lake St., Oak Park South Oak Park Post Office | 1116 Garfield St., Oak Park RIver Forest Post Office |401 William St., River Forest Rehm Pool | 515 Garfield St., Oak Park Ridgeland Common Recreation Center | 415 Lake St., Oak Park Rush Oak Park Hospital | 520 S. Maple Ave., Oak Park Hal Tyrell Trailside Museum |738 Thatcher Ave., River Forest Trinity High School | 7574 W. Division St., River Forest Oak Park Village Hall | 123 Madison St., Oak Park River Forest Village Hall | 400 Park Ave., River Forest Visitors Center, Downtown Oak Park | 1010 Lake St., Oak Park West Suburban Hospital | 3 Erie Ct., Oak Park Wonderworks Children’s Museum | 6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park World War I Memorial | Scoville Park, Lake St. and Oak Park Ave., Oak Park Unity Temple | 875 Lake St., Oak Park Historical Society of Oak Park and River Forest | 217 Home Ave., Oak Park West Cook YMCA | 255 S. Marion St., Oak Park

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Points of interest

NORTH AVE.

Oak Park North Avenue Chicago — Harlem Chicago — Austin Downtown Oak Park Pleasant District Hemingway District Lake — Austin Madison Street Garfield — Harlem Southtown Oak Park Arts District Roosevelt Road River Forest North Avenue Corridor Lake Street Cooridor Madison Street Corridor Other areas Parks Schools

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Arts & Entertainment 30. The Arts Center | 200 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 31. Lake Theater | 1022 Lake St., Oak Park 32. Madison Street Theater | 1010 W. Madison St., Oak Park

Shopping and retail 33. Al-Mark Furniture and Bedding | 7045 W. North Ave., Oak Park 34. Altierra Kitchen & Home Furnishings | 139. S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 35. American Mattress | 7123 W. North Ave., Oak Park 36. Amour de la Terre | 130 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

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Avenue Computers | 159 S. Oak Park Ave.,Oak Park Batteries Plus Bulbs | 7111 W. North Ave., Oak Park Bead in Hand | 145 Harrison, Oak Park Best Vacuum | 148 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park Carriage Flowers | 124 N. Marion St., Oak Park Divine Consign, Inc. | 809 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park Dream Town | 4 W. Madison St., Oak Park Element Multisport and Cycle shop | 1101 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Every Last Byte | 1010 North Blvd., Oak Park Fashionable addictions | 130 Madison St.,Oak Park Frame House | 163 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park Great Frame Up | 705 Lake St., Oak Park Heritage Tile | 146 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

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50. HooDoo Headwear | 111 N. Marion St., Oak Park 51. Knot Just Knits | 1107 Westgate St., Oak Park 52. Majamas Boutique | 909 S. Lombard St., Oak Park 53. Marion Street Market | 100 S. Marion., Oak Park 54. Minute Man Press | 6949 W. North Ave., Oak Park 55. Oak Park Jewelers, Inc. | 100 S. Marion St., Oak Park 56. Ten Thousand Villages | 121 N. Marion St., Oak Park 57. Update Interiors | 122 N. Marion St., Oak Park 58. Volvo of Oak Park | 1140 Garfield St., Oak Park 59. Westgate Flowers and Plant Shop | 841 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

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60. Aripo’s Venezuelan Arepa House Restaurant | 118 N. Marion St., Oak Park 61. Barclay’s American Grille | 1120 Pleasant St., Oak Park 62. Cold Stone Creamery | 134 N. Marion St., Oak Park 63. Cucina Paradiso | 814 North Blvd., Oak Park 64. Eastgate Café, Bistro, Books & Gifts | 102 Harrison St., Oak Park 65. Eyrie | 128 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 66. Food Obsession | 809 South Blvd,. Oak Park 67. Jerusalem Cafe | 1030 Lake St., Oak Park 68. Live Fresko | 136 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 69. Lou Malnati’s | 1038 Lake St., Oak Park 70. Mancini’s | 1111 Lake St., Oak Park 71. Maya Del Sol | 144 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 72. McDonald’s | 626 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 73. Poor Phil’s | 139 S. Marion St., Oak Park 74. Queen Liz Gospel Expression and Café | 6051 W. North Ave., Oak Park 75. Red Mango | 1044 Lake St., Oak Park 76. River Forest Chocolates, LLC | 7577 Lake St., River Forest 77. Serenitea, Inc. | 1046 Pleasant St., Oak Park 78. Taste of Brasil | 906 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 79. The Onion Roll Restaurant and Deli | 6935 W. North Ave., Oak Park 80. Tratoria 225 | 225 Harrison St., Oak Park 81. Whole Foods Market | 7425 Lake St., River Forest 82. Winberie’s Restaurant | 151 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

Lodging 83. Carleton of Oak Park Hotel | 1110 Pleasant St., Oak Prk 84. Longwell Hall Bed and Breakfast | 301 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park 85. Under the Gingko Tree | 300 N. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park 86. The Write Inn Hotel | 211 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

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STRONGER TOGETHER WEST COOK YMCA

We want you to reach your goals, whether that’s running a 5k, meeting a new friend, or giving back to the community. Find where you belong.

255 S. Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60302 708 383 5200 | westcookymca.org 10 | 2015 OAKPARK.COM ANSWER BOOK

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Arts

File

BRAVO cast members before going on stage for “James and the Giant Peach Jr.” at Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School in Oak Park.

(Below) Oak Park artist Karen Gubitz creates “Limbic No. 1,” a woven sculpture married with a tree, for the Oak Park Scuplture Walk.

Oak Park Area Arts Council 123 Madison St., Oak Park Camille Wilson White, executive director 708-358-5690 oakparkareaartscouncil.org

*Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-386-9853 Oakparkartleague.org Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri. 1-5 p.m., Sat. 1-4 p.m.

Founded in 1921, the Oak Park Art League is one of the longest continually operating arts organizations in the Chicago. The gallery is housed in a historic building originally designed as a coach house and stable in 1901 by architect E.E. Roberts.

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File 2015

Tia Etu of Whatever Comes to Mind Studio, 27 Harrison Ave.

*Arts Center of Oak Park

Calypso Moon Studio

200 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park 708-366-3981 www.artscenteroakpark.com Chatkaoffice@aol.com

331-B Harrison St., Oak Park 708-848-1385 salliewolf.com

The upstairs Lora Aborn auditorium seats up to 675 people.

GALLERIES

Altamira Art Glass

We help businesses become more efficient, secure and successful through headache-free, proactive and strategic IT services.

CMIT Solutions of Chicago Call Xavier today for a free consultation!

Oak Park office: 708-689-2170 xmatesanz@cmitsolutions.com www.cmitsolutions.com/chicago-oak-park

*Concordia University Ferguson Art Gallery Kretzmann Hall 7400 Augusta St., River Forest 708-209-3013 cuchicago.edu

Dancing Krow Studio & Third Friday Gallery

202 1/2 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-848-3799 altamiraglass.com

41-43 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-601-7497 oakpark.com/dancingkrow

Art Gecko

Janice Elkins Studio

21 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-358-1950 artgeckoltd.com

149 Harrison, Oak Park 708-524-2231 janiceelkinsart.com

Artisans & Crafters

Flavor City Studios

Unique Boutique Oak Park Women’s Exchange 839 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4693 opwe.org

45 Harrison St., Oak Park flavorcitystudios.com oakpark.com/flavorcity

Harlem Art Galleries

Biolum Glass

7239 Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 708-366-0733

400 N. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park 510-234-4336 biolumglass.com oakpark.com/biolumglass.com

17 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-308-4602

Harrison Works

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Arts harrisonworks.com

Jeanine A. Guncheon Studio (Gallery Etcetera) 7349 Madison St., Forest Park 708-366-6323

O’Connor Gallery of Art Dominican University 7900 Division St., 4th floor River Forest 708-524-6597 dom.edu

Pamela Penney Textile Arts 130 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-383-2602 pamelapenney.com oakpark.com/PamelaPenney

Terra Incognito 246 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-383-6228 terraincognitostudios.com

File 2015

The home of artist and collector Mary Bartolucci.

River Forest Community Center Early Childhood Learning Center Half-Day & Full-Day: Preschool & Pre-K  Before and After School Care  Summer Camps  Parent and Tot Programs Full-Day Infant—Preschool Programs at our OPRF HS location 8020 Madison Street River Forest , IL 60305 (708) 771-6159 www.rfcc.info Bring in this ad to receive $10.00 off your initial registration fee! answer15

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THE OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

WORKS IT STARTS WITH

DONORS

INDIVIDUALS

CORPORATIONS

PRIVATE FOUNDATIONS

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

WITH AN

ASPIRATION HONOR A LOVED ONE

START MY OWN FOUNDATION

“I want to…”

MAKE MY BUSINESS GIVE BACK

INVOLVE MY FAMILY IN MY PHILANTHROPY

CASH SECURITIES REAL ASSETS RETIREMENT FUNDS INSURANCE BEQUESTS

WHO USE THEIR

GIFTS TO

CREATE

FUNDING THAT

MAKES AN IMPACT ON MY COMMUNITY

SUPPORTS A SPECIFIC CAUSE

DISTRIBUTIONS FULFILL ASPIRATIONS

GRANTS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS

OPRFCF TEAM CONTACT

SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS

ENABLES FUTURE GENERATIONS TO BE INVOLVED IN PHIILANTHROPY

ALL FUNDS:

FUND TYPES:

ARE GOVERNED BY AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AND THE DONOR

DONOR ADVISED SCHOLARSHIP DONOR DESIGNATED AGENCY

ADVISES DONORS WHICH TYPE OF FUND IS RIGHT FOR THEIR GOALS

OFFERS EXPERTISE ON COMMUNITY NEEDS

ASSITS DONORS WITH GIVING COMPLEX GIFTS

PRESERVES DONOR WISHES IN PERPETUITY

HELPS DONORS GROW FUNDS THE OAK PARK-RIVER FOREST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

DONORSERVICES

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1049 LAKE STREET, SUITE 204 OAK PARK, IL 60301 708-848-1560

WWW.OPRFCF.ORG

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Arts Treadway Toomey Galleries 818 North Blvd., Oak Park 708-383-5234 treadwaygallery.com The Treadway Gallery of Cincinnati, Ohio and the John Toomey Gallery of Oak Park have collaborated on auctions since 1987, specializing in the Arts & Crafts movement.

*Triton College Fine Arts Gallery 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove 708-456-0300, ext. 3589 triton.edu/entertainment

DANCE

Academy of Movement and Music 605 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-2329 Stephanie Clemens, artistic director academyofmovementandmusic.com

*DeMaira Dance Studio

File 2015

A model wears a design in Samantha Petkofski’s “Animal Farm” collection during the annual student fashion show at Dominican University.

1146 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-386-1833 demaira-dance.com dorishumphrey.org

708-771-9500 legeredancecentre.com

Intuit Dance

800 S. Desplaines, Forest Park 708-386-0743 pandadancestudios.com

237 Harrison St., Oak Park 7515 Madison St., Forest Park 312-595-0186 (studios) 312-505-0186 (cell) (708) 524-0500 intuitdance.org

Legere Dance Centre 7377 North Ave., River Forest

Panda Studios

*Pineapple Dance Studio 7518 Madison St. Suite 2D, Forest Park 708-299-2608 pineappledance.org oakpark.com/PineappleDance

*Cappelli Institute of Music

MOVIES

1053 Lake St., Oak Park 708-445-8460 cappellimusic.com

*Lake Theatre 1022 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-9088 (movie info) www.classiccinemas.com Opened in 1936

*Dorolyn Academy of Music 411 South Blvd., Oak Park 708-383-7888 dorolynacademyofmusic.org

MUSIC

Austin Music Center

FitzGerald’s Night Club

6815 North Ave., Oak Park 708-383-1961 austinmusiccenter.net

6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn 708-788-2118 fitzgeraldsnightclub.com

Summer nights in Austin Gardens Park Downtown Oak Park To Kill A Mocking Bird—June 13 to July 18 The Two Gentlemen of Verona—July 25 to August 22 Learn more—Visit oakparkfestival.com See you in the park this summer!

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Lake Theatre 1022 Lake St. | Oak Park, IL 60301 | (708) 848-9088

Lake Theatre has more than just the latest blockbusters or indie flicks on display. The theatre is home to many gems, from refurbished art deco wall fixtures to two 10-foot classic statues.

8,010 Number of Classic Rewards members (loyal Lake Theatre patrons)

Open for

79 years

309 Number of marquee light bulbs

43 Number of current employees Favorite candy at the concession counter: Twizzlers

Popcorn sales, of course, top the list of most items sold at the concession stand

1,676

Total number of seats

529

Number of seats in Lake auditorium No. 2 (largest auditorium)

Wonder Works Children’s Museum 6445 W North Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois 60302 (708)383-4815

www.wonder-works.org Children birth to age 8 develop their imagination & creativity playing in our six permanent exhibits & participating in events.

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Arts 6548 W Cermak Berwyn IL 60402 708-795-8181 M-F 10-8, Sat 9-7, Sun 10-6 www.CraigsShoeStore.com

Four shopping experiences File

Luca Falzone, 5, left, and his sister, Josette, 8, teamed up to take on their father, James Falzone, in a game of big chess during the “What’s Blooming on Harrison” art festival.

Gasse School of Music

promusicayouthchorus.org

7641 Polk, Forest Park 708-488-8117 gassesm.com

Schola and Madrigal Choirs

Heritage Chorale 828 N. Harvey Ave., Oak Park 708-848-9066 heritagechorale.com

Language and Music School 150 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-524-5252 lmschool.com

MacDowell Artists 708-383-5092 macdowellartists.org Founded in 1934

Musikgarten of Oak Park 344 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-445-1633 musikgartenoakpark.com

Oak Park Concert Chorale 924 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-383-4742 oakparkconcertchorale.org

*Pro Musica Youth Chorus 708-383-1971

924 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-0299 scholamadrigalchoirs.org

Steckman Studio of Music 829 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-524-1954 steckman-studio.org

*School of Rock Oak Park 219 Lake St. Oak Park 708-298-0002 http://oakpark.schoolofrock.com

*Symphony of OP-RF 708-218-2648 symphonyoprf.com Founded in 1931 by Gladys Welge

*Triton College Fine Arts Music Dept.

2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove 708-456-0300 triton.edu/entertainment

Ukulele Club 17 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-308-4602 harrisonworks.com

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Arts THEATER

16th Street Theater 6420 16th St., Berwyn 708-795-6704 16thstreettheater.org

Artists of Concordia Theatre Concordia University 7400 W. Augusta St., River Forest 708-488-4313 cuchicago.edu

BRAVO Emerson Middle School 325 S. Kenilworth Ave. 708-524-3050 op97.org/brooks

CAST Julian Middle School 416 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 708-524-7848 op97.org/julian/cast.cfm

*Dominican University Performing Arts Center 7900 Division St., River Forest 708-488-5000 dom.edu/pac oakpark.com/DominicanPerformingArts

*Madison Street Theatre 1010 Madison St., Oak Park 708-524-1892 mstoakpark.com Formerly Village Players

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*Oak Park Festival Theatre 708-445-4440 oakparkfestival.com oakpark.com/oakparkfestivaltheatre Founded in 1975

Open Door Repertory Company 902 S. Ridgeland, Oak Park 708-342-0810 www.opendoorrep.org

*Ovation Academy for the Performing Arts 126 N. Oak Park Avenue Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 222-7564 http://www.OvationAcademy.org

Sarantos Studios 708-848-1100 www.sarantosstudios.com oakpark.com/sarantosstudios

*Triton College Fine Arts Theatre 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove 708-456-0300, ext. 6932 www.triton.edu/entertainment

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For more Arts Resources, visit the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce business listings on page 139.

Your generous financial and volunteer contributions are

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Business ORGANIZATIONS

*Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce Cathy Yen, exec. director 143 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-613-0550 oprfchamber.org A membership-based business organization representing more than 500 retailers, businesses, professionals and community organizations, the Chamber is a leadership and educational organization fostering and promoting business interests.

*Oak Park Economic Development Corp.

John Hedges, president 104 N. Oak Park Ave. Suite 203, Oak Park 708-383-3838 oakparkdevelopmentcorporation.com Established in 1974 as the Oak Park Development Corp. by area banks and businesses, the OPEDC is a community economic redevelopment agency, functioning as a catalyst between developers, property and business owners, and village staff.

Community Planning and Development Village of Oak Park Craig Failor, manager 123 Madison, Oak Park 708-358-5420 www.oak-park.us

BUSINESS ASSOCIATIONS

Downtown Oak Park Max Williams, exec. director 1010 Lake St., Suite 114 Oak Park 708-383-4145 downtownoakpark.net oakpark.com/Downtown OakPark

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Tony Compaglia plans to open a packaged beer store called BeerShop at 1026 N. Blvd. in Oak Park.

Hemingway District Business Association Jim August, president hemingwaydistrict.com

Madison Street Business Association Dennis Marani, Linda Sahagian co-presidents 41 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-358-2634

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North Avenue Business Association Lee Owens, president 773-610-3800

Oak Park Arts District Business Association Laura Maychruk, president

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At Shriners Hospitals for Children of Chicago, our mission is simple: deliver world-class care to children who need it most – whether their families can afford it or not.

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Business Oak Park Business Districts greatneighborhoodsoakpark.com Oak Park has 12 distinct shopping districts: The Arts District on Harrison from Ridgeland to Austin, housing a variety of galleries, specialty boutiques and unique restaurants, plus businesses that focus on the healing arts.

Chicago/Harlem Historical District, between Harlem and Marion on Chicago, is home to museums and historic structures.

Chicago/Ridgeland/Austin District, between Ridgeland and Austin on Chicago, is one of Oak Park’s service-based business districts.

Downtown Oak Park is a unique shopping and dining area in an eclectic architectural setting, centered at Marion and Lake.

Garfield/Harlem District extends from Home to Harlem along Garfield and includes Oak Park’s industrial businesses.

The Hemingway District, centered at Oak Park and Lake, is the destination for dining and shops and a multitude of services.

Lake/Ridgeland/Austin District is located along Lake between Ridgeland and Austin and on South between Scoville and Austin.

Madison District, along Madison between Austin and Harlem, forms a spine of commercial enterprises.

North/Austin/Harlem District on North Avenue between Austin and Harlem offers an array of destinations in both Chicago and Oak Park.

Roosevelt/Austin/Harlem District on Roosevelt between Austin and Harlem serves as the boundary between Oak Park and Berwyn.

Pleasant District, on Marion

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Benjamin Harrison, owner and head butcher of West Loop Butchers, at his new location inside Pan’s Food Center in Oak Park. (Below) Oak Park shoppers celebrate Record Store Day at Val’s halla Records. between Pleasant and South Boulevard, is home to the village’s largest hotel and has a diverse mix of restaurants and services.

SouthTown District, centered at Oak Park and Harrison, is divided by the Eisenhower and offers shopping and dining.

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For more Business Resources, visit the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce business listings on page 139.

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Calendar

Top picks!

ONGOING

Third Friday Gallery Walks on Harrison oakparkartsdistrict.com Oak Park Arts District Third Fridays yearround

JUNE

Day in Our Village For information, call 708-358-5407 or visit oakpark.us. First Sunday of June.

Festival Theatre in Downtown Oak Park Austin Gardens Thursday Night Out June 11-Aug. 22 May 21–Aug. 27 708-383-4145 downtownoakpark.net

Oak Park Farmers Market May 23-Oct. 31 Every Sat., 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

A village tradition for 38 years, the market is held in the Pilgrim Congregational Church parking lot, 460 Lake St. For information, call 708-358-5780.

For information about productions, including preview dates, visit oakparkfestival.com or call 708-401-4821 or 708-445-4440 (box office).

Garden Walk Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory June 28 For information, call 708-725-2400 or visit either fopcon.org or gcoprf.org.

Sacred Spaces Walking Tour Historical Society and Community of Congregations June 28 For information, call 708-848-6755 or visit oprfhistory.org.

JULY

Fourth of July Parade July 4 For information, call 708-358-5407.

Fireworks Celebration July 4 Sponsored by Community Bank of OP-RF (Wednesday Journal sponsors the finale) and produced by the Great

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American Lightshow Association, the show will be held at OPRF High School Stadium and athletic fields (tentative rain date, July 5).

For information, call Ruth McLaren, 708-660-7002.

Shop Outdoor Sidewalk Sale July 16-18 For information, call 708-383-4145 or visit downtownoakpark.net.

AUGUST

Annual Library Book Fair Aug. 7-8 For information, call 708-445-6260 or 708-383-8200, or visit oppl.org.

Microbrew Review Aug. 15 Downtown Oak Park For information,, call 708-383-4145 or visit downtownoakpark.net.

SEPTEMBER

Barrie Fest Barrie Park Sept. 12

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For information, call Jim Kelly, 708-5242542 or visit seopco. org.

Oaktober Fest Downtown Oak Park Sept. 18-19 For information, call 708-383-4145 or visit downtownoakpark.net.

Art on Harrison Fall Arts Festival Oct. 16-17

For information, visit oakparkartsdistrict. com.

Ernest Hemingway Birthday Celebrations July 18-21 For information, call 708-848-2222 or visit ehfop.org

and Wonder Works Children’s Museum.

For information, call 708-848-6755 or visit oprfhistory.org or pleasanthome.org.

Tale of the Tombstones Oct. 18 (Rain date Oct 25) Historical Society of OP-RF’s tour of Forest Home Cemetery, 863 Desplaines Ave. For information, call 708-848-6755 or visit oprfhistory.org.

NOVEMBER

Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair Nov. 1 For information, call 708-848-4693 or visit opwe.org.

DECEMBER

Holiday Housewalk & Market

Dec. 26 Ernest Hemingway Museum, 200 N. Oak Park Ave. and the Hemingway Birthplace Home, 339 N. Oak Park Ave. For information, call 708-848-2222 or visit ehfop.org.

2016 EVENTS FEBRUARY

Handel Week Festival Concerts are performed at Grace Episcopal Church, 924 Lake St., Oak Park.

For information, call 708-524-0695 or visit handelweek.com.

APRIL

Parenthesis Kitchen Walk For information, call 708-848-2227 or visit parenthesis-info. org.

For information, call 708-848-0528 or visit childrenscliniciws.org.

Spring Housewalk

Breakfast, Lunch or Tea with Santa

MAY

Oak Park Conservatory Perennial Exchange For information, call 708-725-2400 or visit fopcon.org.

The Wright Plus Housewalk For information and to order tickets, call 312-994-4000 or visit flwright.org.

Third Saturday of May.

What’s Blooming on Harrison For information, visit oakparkareaartsdistrict.com.

Celebrating Seniors Week

River Forest Memorial Day Parade For information, visit riverforest/ serviceclub.org.

Uncork Illinois Enjoy great wines from Illinois wineries, as well as gourmet goodies from local eateries, 1-9 p.m.

For information, call 708-383-4145 or visit downtownoakpark.net.

For information, contact Pat Koko, 708-948-7270, or visit celebratingseniors. net.

Historical Society of OP-RF For information, call 708-848-6755 or visit oprfhistory.org.

Dec. 5 Cheney Mansion Mansion.

Sept. 25-26

Children’s Day

Winterfest

Sept. 27

Dec. 5 Downtown Oak Park

Historical Society of OP-RF, Pleasant Home Foundation

Boxing Day Celebration

Dec. 3-5 OP-RF Infant Welfare Society

For information and reservations, call 708-383-2612 or visit cheneymansion. com.

OPRF High School Homecoming

visit downtown/ oakpark.net

For information, call 708-383-4145 or

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S H R U B T O W N

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Khyber Pass A Culinary Passage Through India

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Put some Peach into your life.

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Oak Park in 12 Authors .....

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Edgar Rice Burroughs Carol Shields

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Ernest Hemingway

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Clubs

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A dog pops its head out the window to greet Molly Morrissey as she solicited donations and handed out bags of peanuts near the intersection of Lake Street and Lathrop Avenue in River Forest. Molly, along with her sister, Aimee, were particpating in Peanut Days, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Oak Park/River Forest.

American Women of OP-RF 708-524-2415 Joie Pierce

Committee for a Just Peace P.O. Box 3667 Oak Park 60303 cjpip.org Caren Levy-Van Slyke Visit website for contact information.

Creative Needlers Guild 708-386-2118 United Lutheran Church, 409 Greenfield Oak Park

Daughters of the American Revolution

708-725-2460 fopcon.org

708-366-7815 ildar.org/chapters/grclark Marilyn Organ Holley Court Terrace, 1111 Ontario, Oak Park

Friends of the OP Public Library

End of the Line Humanists

Friends of the RF Public Library

708-476-5275 Call Cynthia Quam for more information.

Friends of the OP Conservatory P.O. Box 1096 Oak Park 60304

708-445-6260 oppl.org

708-366-5205 riverforestlibrary.org

Garden Club of OP-RF P.O. Box 560 River Forest 60305

708-848-0676 gcoprf.org Call or visit website for specific meeting dates and locations

*Huskie Booster Club 201 N. Scoville Ave. Oak Park 708-383-0700 huskieboosterclub.org

La Leche League of OP 708-383-2139 708-209-1127 708-299-4317 illusa.org/IL/WebOakParkIL.html Pilgrim Congregational Church, 460 Lake St., Oak Park 2015 OAKPARK.COM ANSWER BOOK | 35

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OLYMPIANS

REBECCA WILCZAK LUGE

ELLIS COLEMAN WRESTLING

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Swimming titles 1988 – Girls Swimming – IHSA 1989 – Girls Swimming – IHSA 1998 – Boys Swimming – IHSA

EMERY LEHMAN SPEED SKATING

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Softball title

22005 – Softball – IHSA

Water Polo titles NICK KOW KOWALCZUK WA ZACHARY WEIGEL STATE C CHAMPIONS

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SPORTS

OPRF Athletic Stars and Champions Founded in 1873, Oak Park and River Forest High School has churned out its share of championship titles in numerous sports. Dynasties and stars were formed.

Here are a notable few.

IMAN SHUMPERT NBA BASKETBALL

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Baseball titles

JIM WESTPHAL TRACK

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Track & Field titles

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Wrestlingg titles 2009 – Wrestling ng – IHSA ng – IHSA 2014 – Wrestling 22015 015 - W restlinngg - IIHSA HSA Wrestling

ISAIAH WHITE 2-TIME STATE CHAMPION

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Clubs

Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays, Bisexuals and Transgender We meet on the 4th Sunday First United Church of Oak Park: 708.386.3016 848 Lake Street, Oak Park www.pflag.org (at Kenilworth) www.oakpark-pflag.blogspot.com 3 pm - 5 pm This is a place of confidentiality.

Support... Education... Advocacy

Retirement: Ready or not.

Ready is better.

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Caitlin Quinn, center, joins her Girls on the Run teammates in a cheer before heading to the start of a 5K in Grant Park.

League of Women Voters of Newcomers and Neighbors OP-RF of OP-RF

Retirement: Matt Grote Ready or Financial Advisor not. Ready is better.

214 S Marion Street

P.O. Box 3301, Oak Park 60303 708-342-0803 lwvoprf.org Call or visit website for meeting dates and locations

OakGrote Park, IL 60302 Matt 708-524-5424 Financial Advisor .

214 S Marion Street Oak Park, IL 60302 708-524-5424

*Lions Club of OP-RF 708-660-2300 oprflions.org NAACP-Oak Park Branch Unit 3040 877-622-2798 (national) naacp.org

National Organization for Women West Suburban Chapter 708-386-4083 now.org/chapters/il.html Jean Peterman

oprfnewcomers.com Visit website for information

*Nineteenth Century Charitable Association 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park 708-386-2729 19thcenturycharity.org The Nineteenth Century Club dates back to 1891. Call or visit the website for further information.

Oak Park Area Lesbian & Gay Association 708-848-0273 opalga.org Call or visit website for more information.

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Clubs pflagillinois.org oakpark-pflag.blogspot.com

Oak Park French Club 708- 848-4741 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 611 Randolph, Oak Park. Call for more information.

RF Service Club riverforestserviceclub.org Founded in 1935

OP Society of Model Engineers

*Rotary Club of OP-RF

Dole Library, 255 Augusta Blvd.

oprfrotary.org oakpark.com/Rotary

Oak Park Women’s Exchange 839 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4693 opwe.org Artisans & Crafters Unique Boutique.

OP Women’s Guild 708-660-9096 oakparkwomensguild.org

OP-RF Community Associates of the Art Institute of Chicago 708-771-7864 artic.edu

Ukulele Club of OP File

Myles Koran, 4, right, and Julian Garcia Bariel, 5 control a train at the Oak Park Society of Model Engineers’ open house.

*OP-RF Community Foundation 1049 Lake St., Suite 204 Oak Park 708-848-1560 oprfcf.org

Harrison Works 17 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-308-4602 harrisonworks.com

West Suburban Mothers of Multiples

Optimists Club of Oak Park

wsmoms.org

708-848-5804

Women in Management Near West Cook Chapter

PFLAG

708-386-0496 wimonline.org

708-386-3016 or 630-415-0622

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Collaboration for Early Childhood Carolyn Newberry-Schwartz 123 Madison St., Room 209 Oak Park 708-613-6122 collab4kids.org With more than 40 agencies participating, the Collaboration works to overcome the fragmentation and scarcity of services for early childhood development to better meet the needs of the youngest children and their families. Local bodies of government, including school districts 97 and 200, plus Oak Park village govern-

ment, help to fund initiatives such as the advancement of highquality preschool for all children, professional development, parent information and support and developmental screening.

Literacy Volunteers of Western Cook County 125 N. Marion St. Suite 301, Oak Park 708-848-8499 lvwcc.org Nonprofit group established in 1988 provides free tutoring services and literacy programs.

Matches individuals who wish to increase their English speaking and reading skills with trained

volunteers; offers assistance in preparing for GED. Volunteer tutors welcome.

OP Education Foundation 970 Madison St., Oak Park 708-524-3023 opef.org

more than 3,500 students every year.

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Founded in 1989, the Oak Park Education Foundation is a privately-funded, nonprofit organization working in close partnership with District 97. Six programs: Science Alliance, Art Start, VEX Robotics, Architecture Adventure, Geared Up (LEGO engineering), and summer and school-day-off Base Camp. Professional partners share a passion for learning while conducting hands-on projects with

146 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-848-9714 abctoontown.com Ages: 6 wks.-3 yrs., up to age 12 for before- and after-school care Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

ABC Toon Town II 208 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-848-0701 abctoontown.com Ages: 4-12 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Medical, Dental, & Behavioral Health Services for children from birth to18 years

Daytime, evening and weekend appointments available. Bilingual staff.

Make an Appointment Today 320 Lake Street, Oak Park 708.848.0528 www.ChildrensClinicIWS.org Sponsored by

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*Alcuin Montessori School 324 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-366-1882 alcuin.org oakpark.com/AlcuinMontessori Ages: Infant-14 yrs.

Grades: PreK-8 History: Established in 1961 Hours: 7:15 a.m.-6 p.m.

Offers Parent/Infant program, 9-18 mos.; Toddler, 18-30 mos.; Primary, 3-6 yrs.; Elementary, 6-12 yrs. (3 levels); Middle School, 12-14 yrs. Before- and after-school care programs; accredited by AMS; financial aid available.

Andersen Center Child Care and Preschool Park District of Oak Park 824 Hayes Ave., Oak Park 708-383-6904 Ages: 3-5 yrs.

Hours: 9 a.m.-2.30 p.m., Mon.-Thurs.

Ascension School 601 Van Buren St., Oak Park 708-386-7282 ascension-school.com oakpark.com/AscensionSchool Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Classes for 3-4 yr. olds; half- and

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First Circle Education for Young Children

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56 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-9422 Ages: 3-6 yrs.

Hours: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

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Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; 6:30 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Building Blocks Child Care 171 N. Cuyler Ave., Oak Park 708-386-1033 Ages: 6 wks.-5 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

Christ Lutheran Learning Center 607 Harvard Ave., Oak Park 708-386-3306 christlutheranoakpark.org Ages: 3-5 yrs.

Hours: 8:45-11:15 a.m.

Creative Children’s Day Care Center 6139 W. North Ave., Oak Park 708-445-9522 Ages: 6 wks.-6 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

District 97 Pre-K Partnership Longfellow School 715 S. Highland Ave., Oak Park 708-848-2112 op97.org Ages: 3-5 yrs.

Hours: 8:15 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

The PKP Program is a languagebased program that supports the individual development of the child and his/her family. Eligibility is determined by developmental screening and parent interviews.

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First Baptist Preschool & Kindergarten 820 Ontario Ave., Oak Park 708-383-1190 firstbaptistchurchofoakpark.com Ages: 2-12 yrs.

Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

First United Church Nursery School 848 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-4910 firstunitedschool.com Ages: 2-5 yrs.

History: Established in 1958 Hours: 8:15 a.m.-3:45 p.m., Tues.-Fri.

Glasser Preschool 1235 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 708-386-3937 glasserpreschool.com Ages: 9 mos.-5 yrs.

Hours: 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

The school observes Jewish holidays and teaches Jewish customs and traditions but is open to all children regardless of religion.

Supporting Working Families in the Community since 1912.

Helping children build a strong foundation for education and a love of learning that will last a lifetime.

1139 Randolph St, Oak Park, IL 60302 708.383.8211 - Fax: 708.383.0692 Email: oakparkdn@att.net - www.oprfdaynursery.org A United Way Community Partner/NAEYC Accredited

Grace Lutheran School 7300 W. Division St. River Forest 708-366-6900 graceriverforest.org Ages: 3-14 yrs.

Grades: PreK-8 Hours: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Hephzibah Children’s Association

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7776 Lake Street Hours: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. theWest Whole Child Morning and afternoon programs; state subsidized with a sliding fee scale; free to incomeeligible families. Volunteers welcome.

*Intercultural Montessori Language School 301 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 708-848-6626 interculturalmontessori.org Ages: 3-12 yrs.

River Forest, IL 60305 www.district90.org

River Forest Public Schools District 90 7776 Lake Street River Forest, IL 60305 www.district90.org

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Hours: 8:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

*OP-RF Day Nursery 1139 Randolph St., Oak Park 708-383-8211 oprfdaynursery.org Ages: 2 1/2-6 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Licensed by the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services and by the Oak Park Health Department. Provides full-time quality child care in an educational setting for children whose parents are working or enrolled in training to maintain a stable home environment for their families. Eligibility determined by developmental screening and parent interviews. Programs intended to assist families with stress and risk factors.

RF Community Center Early Learning Center 201 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park 708-434-3199 rfcc.info Ages: 6 mos.-12 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

Offers a variety of part- and full-time programs for various age levels, as well as before- and afterschool programs. Transportation to and from River Forest schools available. Conducts an earlychildhood program at Oak Park and River Forest High School for children, 6 mos.-5 yrs.

St. Catherine of Siena/ St. Lucy Catholic School 27 Washington Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-5286 scslschool.com Ages: 3-14 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Hours: 8:10 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Hours: 6:50 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

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Hours: 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

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*District 97 Oak Park 970 Madison St. 708-524-3000 op97.org

Administration ■ Carol Kelley, superintendent ■ Steve Cummins, dir. human

resources ■ Therese O’Neill, asst. supt. finance and operations ■ Michael Padavic, dir. special services ■ Lynn Allen,

multicultural education ■ Michael Arensdorff, dir. technology ■ Nick Jefferson, systems administrator ■ Julie Mullen, network

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Languages Currently Offered Polish French Italian Dedicated to Catholic Education and Academic Excellence Educating children in the Dominican Tradition for 75 years

Spanish Japanese Arabic Chinese German Hindi

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Instruments Currently Offered

Try out a class of your choice!

A trial lesson is only $28, and a second trial is just $10.

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Education administrative services ■ Helen Wei, dir. curriculum and instruction ■ Marcy Shannon, fiscal

services coordinator ■ Chris Jasculca, dir. policy, planning and communication ■ Norman Lane, dir. building and grounds

Board of Education ■ James Gates (2017) president ■ Graham Brisben (2017) ■ Amy Felton (2017) ■ Jim O’Connor (2019) ■ Rupa Datta (2019) ■ Robert Spatz (2019) ■ Holly Spurlock (2019)

Beye School 230 N. Cuyler Ave. 708-524-3070 op97.org/beye Principal: Jonathan Ellwanger Grades: K-5 Named for: William Beye, Distrtct 97 school board finance chairman in the late 1800s History: Originally built as Ridgeland School and later known as Ontario School, the first building opened in 1879.

Brooks Middle School 325 S. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3050 op97.org/brooks Principal: Michael Michowski Grades: 6-8 Enrollment: 894 Named for: Gwendolyn Brooks, poet

History: Originally built in 1893 as South or Washington Blvd. School and later known as Emerson Junior High School. The new building opened in 2002.

Hatch School 1000 N. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3095 op97.org/hatch Principal: Sarah Mendez Grades: K-5 Named for: William H. Hatch, D97 superintendent from 1882-1917 History: Originally built in 1922.

Holmes School 508 N. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3100 op97.org/holmes Principal: Suzie Hackmiller Grades: K-5 Named for: Oliver Wendell Holmes, Harvard professor, physician, poet and author History: Originally built in 1889, known as North or Chicago Ave. School. A new structure was built in the late 1950s.

Irving School 1125 S. Cuyler Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3090 op97.org/irving Principal: John Hodge Grades: K-5 Named for: Washington Irving, poet

History: Opened in 1909.

Julian Middle School 416 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3040 op97.org/julian Principal: Todd Fitzgerald Grades: 6-8 Named for: Percy Julian, scientist History: Originally built in 1901 as 64th St. School and later known as Hawthorne School, it was named for Julian in the 1980s. The new structure opened in Sept. 2002.

Lincoln School 1111 S. Grove Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3110 op97.org/lincoln Principal: Catherine Hamilton Grades: K-5 Named for: Abraham Lincoln, 16th president History: Opened in 1906.

Longfellow School 715 S. Highland Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3060 op97.org/longfellow Principal: Angela Dolezal Grades: K-5 Enrollment: 690 Named for: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, poet, educator, linguist History: Opened in 1894.

Oak Park and River Forest High School

“Those Things That are Best” • Ranked in the top half of the Washington Post's America's Most Challenging High Schools • Ranked 19th out of 131 Illinois high schools

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• $10.3 million in merit-based scholarships for class of 2015 graduates • For 2015, 16 National Merit finalists, one National Achievement finalist, and one National Hispanic Recognition scholar

• More than 200 courses, offering a comprehensive high school program for all abilities, needs, and interests • 75 clubs & activities and 29 competitive sports teams at 80 team levels

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Mann School 921 N. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3085 op97.org/mann Principal: Faith Cole Grades: K-5

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Whittier School 715 N. Harvey Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3080 op97.org/whittier Principal: Keisha Warner Grades: K-5

Named for: John Greenleaf Whittier, poet History: Originally opened in 1901 as Augusta St. School.

7776 W. Lake St., River Forest 708-771-8282 district90.org

Administration ■ Edward Condon, supt.

■ Janet Cunningham, asst. to

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■ Martha Ryan-Toye, dir.

student services ■ Kevin Martin, dir. technology ■ Anthony Cozzi, dir. finance

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Intensive & family friendly HELP for School Problems 2nd - 10th grades.

Test Anxiety, Attention Deficit, Learning Disabilities or Anger Issues.

Board of Education ■ Patrick Meyer, president (2017) ■ Roman Ebert (2017) ■ Barbara Hickey (2019) ■ Anne Gottlieb (2017) ■ David Latham (2017) ■ Ralph Martire (2019) ■ Rich Moore (2019)

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Rate comparison to similar professional program offerings in local area.

Roosevelt Middle School 7560 Oak St., River Forest 708-366-9230 Principal: Larry Garstki Grades: 5-8

Named for: Theodore Roosevelt, 26th president

History: Opened in 1924.

*District 90 River Forest

Two Locations

History: Opened in 1889.

511 Park Ave., River Forest 708-366-7340 Principal: Casey Godfrey Grades: K-4 Enrollment: 398

Named for: Abraham Lincoln, 16th

president

Willard School 1250 Ashland Ave., River Forest 708-366-6740 Principal: DIane Wood Grades: K-4

Named for: Frances Willard, local educator History: Opened in 1928.

PRIVATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

*Alcuin Montessori 324 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-366-1882 alcuin.org oakpark.com/AlcuinMontessori Grades: PreK-8

Ascension School 601 Van Buren St., Oak Park 708-386-7282 ascension-school.com oakpark.com/AscensionSchool Grades: PreK-8

History: Founded in 1912.

*Concordia University Chicago Early Childhood Education Center 7400 Augusta St., River Forest 708-488-4304 CUChicago.edu/earlychildhood Ages: Birth-6 yrs.

Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m.

As a laboratory school of Concordia University Chicago, the Center offers a variety of Christcentered experiences for children from birth to age 6 and supports their parents in today’s changing world.

Grace Lutheran School 7300 W. Division St., River Forest 708-366-6900 graceriverforest.org

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Education Grades: PreK-8 History: Founded in 1896.

Keystone Montessori 7415 W. North Ave., River Forest 708-366-1080 ksmontessori.org oakpark.com/KeystoneMontessori Grades: PreK-8

Oak Park Christian Academy 3105 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago 773-637-8301 opca.net Grades: K-8

History: Founded in 1994 at Calvary Memorial Church in Oak Park.

Our Lady Immaculate Academy 410 Washington Blvd., Oak Park 708-524-2408 Grades: PreK-8 History: Founded in 1996.

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Huskie parents make lunches for the OPRF football team.

The 2015-2016 Arts Season at Concordia University Chicago

at Concordia Detailed, up-to-date information about the Artists of Concordia Theatre season, the Ferguson Gallery Exhibition schedule, and the CUC Music Department’s listing of concerts and recitals for the 2015–2016 season can be found at CUChicago.edu/ experience/arts.

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Education St. Angela Catholic School 1332 N. Massasoit Ave., Chicago 773-626-2655 saintangela.org Grades: PreK-8 History: Founded in 1936.

St. Catherine of Sienna/ St. Lucy Catholic School 27 Washington Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-5286 Grades: PreK-8

History: Founded in 1895.

St. Edmund Catholic School 200 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-5131 stedmund.org Grades: PreK-8

History: Founded in 1917.

St. Giles Catholic School 1034 N. Linden Ave., Oak Park 708-383-6279

File 2015

Noreen Powers, the incoming principal for Trinity High School, with outgoing principal Toni Bouillette in the hall of Trinity High School.

Fenwick High School

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That’s Dominican.

Amazing possibilities, just around the corner.

Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top 20 master’s level university in the Midwest, Dominican offers more than 60 undergraduate programs and graduate programs in business, education, social work and conflict resolution, as well as master’s and doctoral degrees in library and information science.

Learn more about Dominican University at dom.edu.

dom.edu | 708.366.2490

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DOMINICAN UNIVERSITY 7900 W. Division St. River Forest, IL 60305

3,498

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77%

Dominican students hail from the Chicago metropolitan area

17%

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83%

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Top 20

Dominican University’s ranking by U.S. News & World Report among all Midwestern master’s universities

Find more senior resources at www.celebratingseniors.net

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Education stgilesparish.org Grades: PreK-8

History: Founded in 1927.

St. Luke Catholic School 519 Ashland Ave., River Forest 708-366-8587 school-stlukeparish.org Grades: PreK-8

History: Founded in 1921.

St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic School 1515 Lathrop Ave., River Forest 708-771-5905 svfschool.org Grades: PreK-8

History: Founded in 1939.

HIGH SCHOOLS

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*District 200

Concordia University President Rev. Daniel L. Gard chats with art student, junior Dayna Hann.

OPRF High School 201 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park 708-383-0700 oprfhs.org

■ Sara Dixon Spivy (2019) ■ Steve Gevinson (2017) ■ Jackie Moore (2017)

*Administration: ■ Steven Isoye, superintendent ■ Nathaniel Rouse, principal ■ Chala Holland, asst. principal,

instruction ■ Jennifer Hoffmann, asst. principal, student services ■ Cindy Milojevic, dir. student activities ■ Phil Prale, asst. supt. curriculum and instruction ■ Tod Altenburg, chief financial officer ■ David Ruhland, dir. human resources ■ Gwendolyn Walker-Qualls, interim dir. for pupil personnel services ■ Amy Hill, dir. assessment and research ■ Michael Carioscio, chief information officer ■ Karin Sullivan, dir. communications and community relations ■ John Stelzer, athletic director

Board of Education: ■ Jeff Weissglass (2017), president ■ Fred Arkin (2019) ■ Jennifer Cassell (2019) ■ Tom Cofsky (2017)

History: Since 1873, Oak Park

and River Forest High School has worked to provide “those things that are best” to its students.

Along with the communities it serves, the school has embraced diversity as a goal and adopted programs to ensure that all students have the opportunity to achieve their fullest potential. In addition to more than 200 course offerings for students of all abilities and needs, the school sponsors more than 100 extracurricular activities and sports. Extensive facilities include a music and drama wing, featuring the 375-seat Little Theatre, a Studio Theatre, and the 1,700-seat Auditorium; a digital imaging lab; a television studio; multiple art studios; and well-integrated technological resources throughout classrooms, labs and the two-floor library. In 2002, the district completed its first extensive site redevelopment project since 1967, restoring the landmark stadium built in 1924 and creating new playing fields with all-weather turf.

Students originally attended classes in space provided in Central School (now 100 Forest Place). A building to house the high school (East Ave., south side of Lake

St.) was constructed in 1892 and included some of the first science labs provided in secondary schools in America. Enrollment received a special boost in 1899 when the high school was separated from the Oak Park Elementary District, and a consolidated high school district was formed with River Forest.

In 1905, land was purchased on Ontario St., north of Lake St., and the building was completed in 1907.

The north wing was completed in 1913, and the west side of the building quadrangle was completed in the 1920s. Construction also included a field house in 1927. In the late 1967, the building was extended south across Ontario St. to connect the academic building with the physical education facilities. In 1999, the District 200 Board of Education purchased the South Field across Lake St. The property is bounded by Lake St., Scoville Ave., East Ave., and the el tracks.

*Fenwick High School 505 Washington Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-0127 fenwickfriars.com Catholic co-ed high school, home of the Fenwick Friars.

Principal: Peter Groom History: Founded in 1929 Affiliation: Dominican.

Trinity High School 7574 W. Division St., River Forest 708-771-8383 trinityhs.org Catholic preparatory high school for young women.

Principal: Noreen Powers History: Founded in 1918 by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, Wis. Affiliation: Dominican.

HIGHER EDUCATION

*Concordia University Chicago 7400 W. Augusta St., River Forest 708-771-8300 cuchicago.edu President: Daniel Gard

History: Founded in 1864 in Addison as Concordia Teachers Seminary, Concordia moved to its present-day, 40-acre location in River Forest in 1913. Formerly known as Concordia College, Concordia University Chicago today is a comprehensive liberal arts-based Christian university that offers more than 100 undergraduate, master and doctoral programs through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education and College of Graduate and Innovative Programs.

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File

President of Trinity High School Sr. Michelle Germanson takes a selfie with her students.

*Dominican University 7900 W. Division St., River Forest 708-366-2490 dom.edu President: Donna Carroll

History: Founded in 1901 as St. Clara College in Sinsinawa, Wis.,

in 1922, the school relocated to River Forest and became Rosary College. In 1971, Rosary became co-educational, and in 1997 changed its name to Dominican University in recognition of its founding order, the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters. The university

is a comprehensive, co-ed Catholic institution offering bachelor’s degrees through the Rosary College of Arts and Sciences and master’s degrees through the Graduate School of Library and Information Science, the Brennan School of Business, the School

of Education, and the Graduate School of Social Work, as well as a doctoral degree in Library and Informational Science. Academic programs are offered throughout the Chicago area, the Midwest and abroad. Dominican is a member of NCAA Division III and offers 12

We offer a certified Montessori program where children happily and eagerly learn both life skills and academics in a warm, nurturing environment.

Accredited by the Association Montessori Internationale-USA.

1039 South East Avenue Oak Park, IL 60304 | 708.848.2662 | peggerding@wsms.org | wsms.org | facebook.com/westsuburbanmontessori

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Kathleen R. Minaghan DDS holistic & general dentistry

ConsCious ChoiCe biocompatibility testing safe mercury removal protocols N E W P A T I E N T

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708-848-4488 715 Lake Street, Suite 706

Oak Park, IL

Convenient Oak Park location near Green Line and Shopping

P R O M O T I O N

A place where children love to learn Parent/Infant program & Toddler Class, ages 2-3 Primary Class, ages 3-6 • Elementary and Middle School After school program for ages 5 and up You are welcome to observe a classroom. Call for an appointment.

Grace

Lutheran School ...where children grow in faith, academics and character • Classes from 3-year-old preschool through 8th grade • All-day kindergarten for 4- and 5-year-olds • Nurturing family environment • Experienced teachers • Support for individual learning styles • Music, art and sports teams • After-school care and enrichment activities

Bill Koehne, principal 7300 Division River Forest, Illinois www.graceriverforest.org

Ascension School offers a faithbased education for children ages three through eighth grade. To learn about our excellent preschool and elementary school, or for registration materials, please visit our website at: www.ascensionoakpark.com/school

Now enrolling for the 2015-16 school year!

For information call

708-366-6900

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Education intercollegiate sports and 76 clubs and organizations.

*Dominican University Priory Campus 7200 W. Division St., River Forest 708-488-5295 dom.edu

The Priory Campus offers a wide variety of services for conferences, meetings, private parties and special events. Facilities include conference rooms, a versatile auditorium with moveable seating for up to 200 people, a dining room, a traditional English Gothic chapel, outdoor patios and spacious gardens. Audiovisual services, catering service and support for business activities are available. The entrance to the Priory Campus is at Division St. and Bonnie Brae.

*Triton College 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove 708-456-0300 triton.edu

History: Founded in 1964, Triton College offers credit courses in career programs that lead to certifications, special admission health programs, and associate degree transfer programs in the arts and sciences. Triton also offers a selective scholars program for academically advanced individuals, as well as English as a Second Language courses, GED preparation and a literacy program through its Adult Education Department.

Another valuable resource is the college’s University Center, which connects students to the pursuit of a bachelor’s degree at a fouryear institution

*Triton College Continuing Education President: Mary Rita Moore Triton College offers an array of short-term continuing education certificates/programs for professionals in a variety of fields.

These courses meet requirements as mandated by the professional sanctioning body and/or by the state of Illinois. They may also serve as the first or intermediate step in approved training to

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TUTORING

Cluster Tutoring Program 5460 W. Augusta Blvd., Chicago 773-378-5530 clustertutoring.org Supported by the Community of Congregations, Cluster Tutoring provides free one-on-one tutoring and mentoring to school-age youth. The program addresses the academic and social needs of the students and their families while providing an opportunity for members of the Oak Park/ River Forest/Austin community to become involved in an important one-on-one volunteer mission. Each tutor is matched with a student. Working together throughout the school year allows time to develop a significant relationship. Together, they move toward preparing the student for a more successful academic career.

ting in Our Future s e v n I Working to ensure every child in Oak Park & River Forest has access to high-quality early care and education, and that all parents have the information and support they need in their role as a child’s first and most-important teacher.

For more, visit:

www.collab4kids.org

*Dr. Bill’s Learning Centers 18 Lake St., Oak Park 708-434-0336 http://drbillslearningcenter.com

*Huntington Learning Center 400 Lathrop Ave., River Forest 708-488-8080 http://river_forest.huntingtonhelps.com

*Mathnasium of Oak Park/ River Forest

123 Madison St., Rm. 209 Oak Park, IL 60302 708/613-6122 • info@collab4kids.org

Granny's Corner Child Care 1750 N. natoma ave.

Chicago, il 60707-3916

212 S Marion St., Oak Park 708-613-4007 http://www.mathnasium.com/oakparkriverforest

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For more Education Resources, visit the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce business listings on page 139.

Voice: 773-622-2290 E-mail: granni07@sbcglobal.net www.grannyscorner.com Early Childhood Educator Constance Johnson

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Government HOTLINES VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Village Hall: 708-383-6400 Police non-emergency: 708-386-3800 Fire non-emergency: 708-445-3300 Parking, general: 708-358-5750 Extended parking pass (option 4): 708-358-7275 (8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.)

Daytime parking pass: 708-358-3297 (6 a.m.-8 p.m.)

Overnight parking pass: 708-358-6483 (8 p.m.-2:30 a.m.)

VILLAGE OF RIVER FOREST Village Hall: 708-366-8500 Police: 708-366-8500, ext. 341 Fire: 708-366-8500, ext. 360 Police non-emergency: 708-366-7125 Fire non-emergency: 708-366-7629 Overnight parking pass: 708-366-7125 File 2014

OVERNIGHT PARKING Oak Park prohibits street parking from 2:30-6 a.m. except when allowed by permit or pass.

Residents are allotted up to 10 overnight parking passes per month for each license plate. The first three overnight passes each month are free and the additional seven per month are $7 each.

Overnight passes may be requested at www.oak-park.us/onlineservices. Special extended passes are available for up to 30 nights under certain conditions. See the parking information numbers listed above for the Village of Oak Park.

River Forest prohibits parking from 2 to 6 a.m. unless granted a waiver by the village. Residents may call after 5 p.m. to receive permission from a dispatcher to park a vehicle on the street between the hours of 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. Overnight parking allowances are not granted more than three times in any 30-day period.

See the overnight parking number listed above for the village of River Forest.

TRAIN NOISE To register a complaint about nuisance train noise, call the

Richard Boykin (2nd left) is sworn in as the newly elected Cook County commissioner for the 1st District at Mt. Vernon Baptist Church in Chicago.

Union Pacific Critical Call Center, 888-877-7267.

Oak Park Government Village Hall 123 Madison St. 708-383-6400 TTY: 708-383-0048 Police (non-emergency): 708-386-3800 Fire (non-emergency): 708-445-3300 oak-park.us

Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

The village of Oak Park operates under the Village Manager form of government, with elected council that consists of a president and six trustees. A professional manager is hired to oversee the day-to-day operation of government services and programs.

All village of Oak Park elected officials serve four-year terms, on a staggered cycle, with a municipal election held the first Tues. in April of years ending with an odd number.

Village Board 708-358-5784 (voicemail) www.oak-park.us

The regular meetings of the board are held at 7:30 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Mon. each month in the village hall council chambers.

President ■ Anan Abu-Taleb (2017)

Trustees ■ Peter Barber (2017) ■ Glenn Brewer (2017) ■ Colette Lueck (2017) ■ Andrea Ott (2019) ■ Adam Salzman (2019) ■ Robert Tucker (2019)

Village Clerk ■ Teresa Powell (2017)

708-358-5670

Administration ■ Village Manager: Cara Pavlicek, 708-358-5770 ■ Deputy Village Manager: Lisa Shelley, 708-358-5770 ■ Assistant Village Manager: Rob Cole, 708-358-5770 ■ Adjudication Director: Robert

Anderson, 708-358-5479 ■ Chief Financial Officer: Craig

Lesner, 708-358-5460 ■ Communications Director: David Powers, 708-358-5781 ■ Community Relations Director: Cedric Melton, 708-358-5400 ■ Development Customers Services Director: Tammie Grossman, 708-358-5420 ■ Fire Chief: Tom Ebsen, 708445-3300 ■ Human Resources Director: Kimberly Evans Shamley, 708358-5650 ■ Police Chief: Rick Tanksley, 708-386-3800 ■ Interim Public Health Director: Lisa Shelley, 708-358-5770 ■ Public Works Director: John Wielebnicki, 708-358-5700 ■ Recycling Coordinator: Karen Rozmus, 708-358-5707 ■ Village Attorney: Paul Stephanides, 708-358-5660 ■ Village Engineer: Bill McKenna, 708-358-5700 ■ Village Forester: Rob Sproule, 708-358-5700 ■ Village Planner: Craig Failor, 708-358-5420

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Government Citizen Boards, Committees and Commissions 708-358-5670 Oak Park has 20 citizen volunteer boards and commissions assisting and advising the village board. Call for more information or to volunteer.

Fire Department 100 N. Euclid Ave., Oak Park

708-445-3300

To report a fire: 911

Police Department

Village Hall 123 Madison, Oak Park 708-386-3800 Emergencies: 911 Crimes Tips: 708-434-1636 (anonymous) Parking Director: Jill Velan, 708-3585750 Daytime pass: 708-358-7275

Overnight pass: 708-358-6483 Extended pass: 708-358-7275

Police Substations Phone numbers are for non-emergencies.

Substations are not always manned.

Avenue-Lake Parking Structure, 710 North Blvd., no phone Barrie Center, 1101 S. Lombard, no phone Metra Station, 1119 North Blvd., 708358-0876 Mills Tower, 1025 Pleasant Place, no phone

Getting to know … Cathy Adduci River Forest village president How long have you lived/ worked in River Forest?

Since 1999. I was able to build my home right on Priory Park. I love the access to the park, where my dogs and I frequently walk. My backyard has a garden, where I grow flowers and vegetables, and a beautiful fireplace where I relax.

What brought you here, and what has kept you here?

I came to River Forest to raise my daughter, Jenna, and she has gotten an outstanding education. She graduated from St. Luke Parish School and Fenwick and now is completing her freshman year at Illinois Wesleyan. I grew up on the South Side (I am also a Cubs fan) and wanted to live in a small town, and I fell in love with River Forest the moment I drove through town. River Forest has a special feel; it’s beautiful and there is quite a historic presence. My mother lives in Oak Park, my friends are here, and this is home.

I cannot see myself living anywhere else.

What keeps you awake at night?

Stevenson Park Center, 49 Lake, no phone 618 S. Austin, 708-386-2137 4 Chicago Ave., 708-386-2097 6311 W. North Ave., no phone 1010 Lake, no phone Community Policing Zones Zone 1: North/Austin/Ridgeland/Chicago; Officer Anthony Coleman, 708-606-1938 Zone 2: North/Ridgeland/Chicago/Harlem; Officer Dave Jacobson, 708-358-5519 Zone 3: Chicago/Austin/Metra tracks/ Harlem; Officer Raphael Murphy, 708305-9779 Zone 4: Austin/Metra tracks/Oak Park/ Madison; Officer Robert Primak, 708-3059780 Zone 5: Metra tracks/Oak Park/Harlem; Officer Paul Razzino, 708-305-9781 Zone 6: Madison/Oak Park/Austin; Sergeant Dave Jacobson, 708-358-5519 Zones 7/8: Eisenhower/Roosevelt/Harlem; Officer John Rumoro, 708-305-9782

RIVER FOREST GOVERNMENT

Village Hall 400 Park Ave., River Forest 708-366-8500 Police non-emergency: 708-366-7125 Fire non-emergency: 708-366-7629 river-forest.us Hours: Mon. 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Tues.-Fri. 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

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As the mother of a teenage daughter, like most parents, you stay awake worrying about your children. You worry for their safety, and you hope they are happy and stay healthy. I am no different. We all live in our community because of its small-town feel, friendships that are built, its tree-lined streets, safety of its residents, its proud heritage and its bright future. Anything that could threaten those values keeps me up at night.

What do you love about River Forest?

I love its beauty, the accessibility to Chicago. Above all, I love the people of this town.

We have blue ribbon schools

— District 90 and St. Luke.

We have two outstanding high schools within our borders, OPRF and Trinity and access to a third, Fenwick. Plus, we are fortunate to be home to two exceptional universities, Concordia and Dominican. We have plenty of green space, provided by our park district and the Cook County Forest Preserve District. We have cultural institutions as well: our library and the Trailside Museum. Our township provides social services to our residents, be they seniors, youth or those needing mental health assistance. We have nearly everything anyone could ever want. Who wouldn’t love it?

Village Board The board meets at 7 p.m. the 2nd and 4th Mon. each month in the Community Room of village hall.

President ■ Catherine Adduci (2017)

cadduci@vrf.us

Trustees ■ Thomas Cargie (2017)

tcargie@vrf.us ■ Roma Colwell-Steinke (2017)

rsteinke@vrf.us ■ Susan Conti (2019)

sconti@vrf.us ■ Carmela Corsini (2019)

scorsini@vrf.us ■ Thomas Dwyer Jr. (2017)

tdwyer@vrf.us ■ Mike Gibbs (2019)

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Government Clerk

■ Police and Fire Pension Board ■ Traffic & Safety Commission

Sharon Halperin (2017) 708-366-2141

■ Zoning Board of Appeals

Citizens are encouraged to volunteer to serve on a board or commission.

Administration ■ Administrator: Eric J. Palm

POSTAL SERVICES

708-714-3520 ■ Assistant Administrator:

Oak Park Main Post Office

Lisa Scheimer, 708-714-3554 ■ Finance Director: Joan Rock

708-714-3524 ■ Fire Chief: James L. Eggert

708-714-3560 ■ Police Chief: Gregory Weiss

708-714-3541 ■ Public Works: John Anderson

708-714-3350

Phillip Crawford, postmaster 901 Lake St., Oak Park Preferred: 800-275-8777 Branch: 708-848-7901 Hearing impaired TTY: 877-889-2457 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Oak Park South Branch Post Office

Boards and Commissions ■ Board Fire & Police ■ Development Review Board ■ Economic Development

Larry Muse, manager 1116 Garfield St., Oak Park Preferred: 800-275-8777 Branch: 708-848-6561 Hearing impaired TTY: 877-889-2457 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-noon

Commission ■ Historic Preservation Commission ■ Local Ethics Commission ■ Plan Commission

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River Forest Branch Post Office

■ Collector: Sara Arnett ■ Director of Youth Services:

401 William, River Forest Preferred: 800-275-8777 Branch: 708-366-0977 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.-noon

■ Director of Senior Services:

JohnWilliams Desiree Scully-Simpkins ■ Community Mental Health

Board ■ Executive Director: Lisa

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TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT

Trustees

*Oak Park Township 105 S. Oak Park Ave. 708-383-8005 oakparktownship.org Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

■ Mary Cozzens (2017) ■ Clarmarie I. Keenan (2017) ■ Ade Onayemi (2017) ■ James Taglia (2017)

The township assists residents by providing a variety of governmental services and resources, with a special emphasis on advocacy and partnerships in human services that benefit at-risk youth and senior citizens as well as mentally ill and financially struggling community members.

■ Supervisor: F. David Boulanger ■ Manager: Gavin Morgan ■ Assessor: Ali ElSaffar ■ Clerk: Gregory White

*River Forest Township 8020 W. Madison St. 708-366-2029 riverforesttownship.org The township provides financial support for programs and services offered by local organizations and serves as a service referral center.

Services include youth and senior services and programs, mental health, substance abuse, domestic violence, financial assistance programs for unemployed and

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Government

Government disabled residents, meals for the homebound, voter registration and more.

■ Supervisor: Carla Sloan (2017) ■ Assessor: Pamela Kende (2017) ■ Clerk: Karen Taubman (2017) ■ Director of Youth Services: John Williams ■ Director of Senior Services: Desiree Scully-Simpkins ■ Mental Health Administrator: Avis Rudner

Trustees ■ Veronica Belmonte (2017) ■ Mark Kelty (2017) ■ Mary O’Brien (2017) ■ Anna Marie Romeo (2017)

POLITICAL PARTIES

Democratic Party of Oak Park Senator Don Harmon, committeeman 1243 N. Woodbine, Suite 101 Oak Park 708-386-0090 oakparkdems.org

Oak Park Township Republican Organization Linda Tibensky, committeewoman 1140 N. Grove Ave. Oak Park 708-386-6956 oakparkgop.nationbuilder.com

STATE GOVERNMENT

Governor Bruce Rauner (R)

207 State House, Springfield 62706 217-782-0244 www.2.illinois.gov/gov

Senatorial Districts

State office: 323 Capitol Bldg., Springfield

62706

Phone: 217-782-8505

39th District Senator Don Harmon (D) District office: 6933 W. North Ave., Oak Park 60302 Phone: 708-848-2002 State office: 329 Capitol Bldg. Springfield 62706 Phone: 217-782-8176

7th District Representative Emanuel Chris Welch (D) District office: 10055 W. Roosevelt,

Westchester 60154 Phone: 708-450-1000 State office: 266-S Stratton Office Bldg., Springfield 62706 Phone: 217-782-8120

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LaShawn Ford (D) District office: 4800 W. Chicago Ave., 2nd

floor, Chicago 60185 Phone: 773-378-5902 State office: 239-E Stratton Office Bldg., Springfield 62706 Phone: 217-782-5962

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Camille Y. Lilly (D) District office: 5755 W. Division St.,

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Chicago 60651 Phone: 773-473-7300 State office: 270-S Stratton Office Bldg., Springfield 62706 Phone: 217-782-6400

Chicago 60624 Phone: 773-533-7520 Washington office: 2159 Rayburn HOB, Washington D.C. 20515 Phone: 202-225-5006 house.gov/davis

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Oak Park is divided into the 7th, 8th, and 78th state representative districts. All of River Forest is in the 7th representative district.

U. S. Representative

Phone: 708-343-7444

VILLAGE IMPROVEMENTS

Representative Districts

Oak Park is divided into the 4th and 39th senatorial districts. All of River Forest is in the 4th senatorial district.

Kimberly Lightford (D) District office: 10001 W. Roosevelt

Have you ever wondered how much your local government does for you in just one year’s time? From street signs replaced to sewer lines cleaned, Oak Park was busy in 2014.

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Government U. S. SENATORS

Richard Durbin (D) Chicago office: 230 S. Dearborn St., Suite 3892, Chicago 60604 Phone: 312-353-4952 State office: 525 S. 8th St. Springfield 62703 Phone: 217-492-4062 Washington office: 711 Hart Senate Bldg., Washington D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-2152 durbin.senate.gov

Mark Kirk (R) Chicago office: 230 S. Dearborn St., Suite 3900, Chicago 60604 Phone: 312-886-3506 State office: 607 E. Adams St., Suite 1520, Springfield 62703 Phone: 217-492-5089 Washington office: 524 Hart Senate Bldg., Washington D.C. 20510 Phone: 202-224-2854 kirk.senate.gov

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Delayne Carson, the Oak Park Fire Department’s first woman firefighter, is sworn in as the first female lieutenant in the department’s history.

State Senator

Don Harmon State Representative

Camille Y. Lilly Your team in Springfield.

Senator Don Harmon

(708) 848-2002 dharmon@senatedem.ilga.gov

Representative Camille Lilly (773) 473-7300 staterepcamilleylilly@gmail.com

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Health

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Tia Ford, left, and Mekia Deanes jump rope during the 6th Annual Martin Luther King Health Challenge at Percy Julian Middle School in Oak Park. (Below) A woman drives the da Vinic Si robot on display at Fitness Formula Club in Oak Park.

RESOURCES

children from infancy to age 18.

Volunteers welcome.

The Children’s Clinic HOSPITALS

320 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-0528 childrenscliniciws.org

Medical and Dental Clinic Hours: Mon.Tues., 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Wed.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; first Sat. of the month: 9 a.m.-3 p.m The nonprofit clinic, sponsored by the Oak Park-River Forest Infant Welfare Society, was founded in 1916 as a volunteerbased community organization.

The clinic serves thousands of under-served children from 50 Cook County west suburban communities and Chicago, delivering top-quality dental, medical and behavioral health services to

*Rush Oak Park Hospital 520 S. Maple Ave., Oak Park 708-383-9300 708-660-6000 24 hr. emergency dept. roph.org oakpark.com/Rush Opened in 1907, it was the first hospital in Oak Park. Rush University Medical Center assumed full management of operations in 1997. Rush acquired full ownership from Wheaton Franciscan Services. As such, it

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Health has relinquished its affiliation as a Catholic hospital.

*West Suburban Medical Center 3 Erie Court, Oak Park 708-383-6200 westsuburbanmc.com oakpark.com/WestSuburban MedicalCenter Founded in 1914. Additions were completed in 1922, 1927, 1957, 1972, 1982 (physician’s office building) and 2009 (new emergency department).

MENTAL HEALTH

Thrive Counseling Center & Rosecrance Nina Allen, president and CEO 120 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-383-7500 thrivecc.org Nonprofit social service and mental health agency provides counseling, psychiatric and prevention/education programs

for men, women, youth and families.

Comprehensive mental health center offers 24-hour crisis and emergency services, assessment and counseling for at-risk adolescents; community education; prevention and risk-reduction programs.

Reduced fee schedule available.

Oak Park Township Mental Health Board 1010 Lake St. Suite 616, Oak Park 708.358.8855 oakpark.il.networkofcare.org/mh The purpose of the Community Mental Health Board is to assist in planning, developing, coordinating, evaluating, and funding mental health services in Oak Park. This includes services for persons with mental illness, alcohol or other drug dependence or developmental disabilities. The Township’s Community Mental Health Fund provides over $1 million in financial support for programs and services to 12-20 agencies per year in Oak Park.

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Oak Park and River Forest High School nurse Mary Ellen Sjostrom was given the Fitzsimmons Award for Excellence in Public Health by the Oak Park Department of Public Health.

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Building a better smile at Oak Park Prosthodontics

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hat’s a prosthodontist?

It’s a question that Dr. Anne Fabricius, owner of Oak Park Prosthodontics, often gets. With her characteristic smile, she will enthusiastically explain that a prosthodontist is a dentist with three additional years of training in restorative dentistry. They are experts in cosmetics, crowns, implants, bridges, dentures, and the management of complex dental problems. Currently there are only five women in Illinois that are board-certified in prosthodontics. Dr. Anne Fabricius is one of them, and the only one in private practice.

A graduate of Harvard University School of Dental Medicine, Dr. Fabricius established Oak Park Prosthodontics in 2013. She offers general dentistry services, such as cleanings; as well as specialty services in the repair and replacement of teeth. In addition to her practice,

she also teaches the complete denture course at University of Illinios at Chicago.

Why Prosthodontics? “I love problem solving,” Fabricius says, “I enjoy providing patients with unique solutions to solve a variety of dental problems.”

She explains that most dental problems can be solved with this specialized attention.

Solutions for Denture Wearers

“I often see patients who have had a bad experience with partials or dentures,” says Dr. Fabricius. “Unfortunately, many people have poorly fitted dentures and think that their only hope is a mouth full of implants, which may be out of reach financially. Luckily, these patients are often pleasantly surprised to find that a well made partial or denture is comfortable and also improves their appearance and ability to chew.”

Dental implants add many exciting possibilities for denture wearers. “For patients who wear a lower denture, the addition of just two dental implants can dramatically improve the ability to chew,” says Dr. Fabricius.

“Special connectors are attached to the under surface of the denture so that it snaps onto the implants, eliminating the need for denture glue.”

Another exciting option is to have a full set of teeth permanently attached to four or more dental implants. “This is a great option for patients who are tired of removing their dentures at night – it is the closest thing to having your natural teeth back,” says Dr. Fabricius. “Patients who choose this route find that they can eat steak, bagels, apples, and other foods that require more chewing power.”

Why Choose a Prosthodontist?

Dr. Fabricius’ expertise and attention to detail combine to give every patient a beautiful smile and a pleasant experience.

Wendy, a patient of the practice remarks, “This was a totally different experience - I have never met a dentist so focused on details. I finally have crowns that are comfortable!”

“No one wants to keep redoing their dental work,” said Dr. Fabricius, noting her additional training allows her to provide her patients with high quality services that will last longer.

If you are considering getting implants or any type of cosmetic dentistry, or you are just looking for a new dentist for routine care, call Dr. Anne Fabricius. Her office, Oak Park Prosthodontics, is located at 185 N. Marion Street in Downtown Oak Park. Visit the website at OakParkImplants.com or call 708-386-0177.

dr. fabricius is one of only 25 board-certified specialists in crowns, implants, and dentures in illinois

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Housing

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21 South Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-6061 oakparkrc.com Nonprofit, community-based housing development corporation. For over 46 years, OPRC has promoted Oak Park as a diverse and economically balanced community. They manage 500 apartments

212 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-386-0510 oakparkrealtors.org OPAAR was chartered in 1917.

It strictly adheres to the National Assn. of Realtor Code of Ethics.

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Services include apartment finding service, technical assistance to property owners and managers, fair housing training and education.

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Architecture as Art: The Selling of Legacy Homes Realtor Broker Greer Haseman appreciates the unique character of our local architecture and understands the specific marketing needs that Legacy Homes require. Here are four extraordinary homes that Greer is currently representing.

The Benjamin Porter Horton Residence & Coach House 322 N. Kenilworth, Oak Park

The Joseph Butler House & Coach House 103 Keystone Ave., River Forest

227 Forest Ave House & Coach House, Oak Park

Buurma Built | 903 Bonnie Brae, River Forest

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Nobody in the world sells more real estate than RE/MAX. RE/MAX In The Village agents are the most productive agents in Oak Park!

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Scoville Park was renovated and renewed in 2013-14 but the little old restroom building in the NW corner of the park (by the brand new playground) was preserved and restored, a not-forgotten remnant from another era. Check out the old “Oak” Park details as you pass by.

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The building on the SE corner of Oak Park and Lake, reportedly inspired by the Rothaus in Frankfort, Germany, now bears the uncharming name Scoville Block 2. But when the setting sun lights up the orange brick, it is something to behold.

Directly across the street, the Prairie-style Masonic Building (called Scoville Square) and its nametwin create an “old world meets new world” faceoff (thanks to the late, great Redd Griffin for pointing this out).

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This turreted, Tudoresque brick wonder at 115 N. Oak Park, has housed many a merchant over the years (currently a women’s apparel shop).

Once upon a decade (the 1930s perhaps), it was a “Chop Suey” restaurant, complete with a large, garish sign attached. Now the building advertises Oak Park Avenue’s “old world” charm.

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You wouldn’t think stairs leading down to a subterranean shoe repair shop could be charming, but Tony’s Shoe Clinic (located underneath #9) has saved many a high heel and many a sole — and gladdened many a soul (and perhaps a few heels). Inside, the aroma of leather and shoe polish is perfume for shoe-lovers.

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A railroad underpass is even less likely to be considered charming, but add a stretch of chain-link fencing and hundreds of “Love Locks” and suddenly you’ve got charm to spare.

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Prolific Prairie architect E.E. Roberts apparently had a vivid imagination, judging by the bigheaded, other-worldly gargoyles that adorn the multifamily residential building on the SW corner of Grove and Ontario. If you look long enough, you’re sure to experience a spine-shiver.

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The Horse Show Fountain (commemorating a high-society event from the early 20th century) was designed by sculptor John Bock with an assist from Frank Lloyd Wright (allegedly, Frank suggested the opening in the middle).

Oak Park and Lake was not the fountain’s original location, but it makes a nice focal point today at the park’s entrance.

The “War Memorial” at the top of the ridge running through Scoville Park was dedicated to those who served (and died) in the “war to end all wars,” which, alas, it did not. So its formal name, “Peace Triumphant,” is charming mostly for its noble aspirations. On any given day, however, with children climbing the monument under the watchful gaze of parents, the memorial lives up to its name.

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The vertical arched windows of Hemmingway’s Bistro, meanwhile, just up the street at 211 N. Oak Park, let in plenty of morning light, adding to the French charm, and making Chris Ala’s elegant eatery a wonderful place to break your fast. Don’t blame Ala for the misspelled name, by the way. The Hemingway estate insisted on the extra “m.”

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The award-winning Nagle Hartray-designed public library provides the most charming view in Oak Park — a visually impressive modern backdrop to the park, as viewed from Red Hen Café (and bread shop), NE corner of Oak Park and Lake, through its wide horizontal picture windows.

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Libraries *Oak Park Public Library 834 Lake St. 708-383-8200, TTY: 708-445-2387 oppl.org Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m. Curbside book returns are located at the Maze and Dole branches and in Village Lot 55, between Kenilworth and Oak Park avenues.

History: The community’s first library was housed in the Scoville Institute on this site, thanks to the generosity of James Scoville, after whom Scoville Park is named. It became a public lending library in 1902. Over time, two branch locations were established. The Maze branch, named for longtime librarian Adele Maze, opened in 1936.

It was expanded and renovated in 2006. The Dole branch served as a community college in the 1930s.

A new main library was built on the site of the Scoville Institute in 1964. The award-winning and much larger third library was built at the same location and opened in 2003.

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Director David Seleb

Program Coordinator Debby Preiser, 708-697-6915

Trustees four-year terms Matt Baron (2017), president Theodore Foss (2019) Win Fox (2017), vice president Matthew Fruth (2017) Janet Kelenson (2019) Bruce Samuels (2017) Carmenza Millan (2019) Board meetings are held the 3rd Tues. at 7:30 p.m. and are open to the public.

Dole Branch 255 Augusta Blvd.

708-386-9032 oppl.org Hours: Tues.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Maze Branch 845 Gunderson Ave. 708-386-4751 www.oppl.org Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

River Forest Public Library 735 Lathrop Ave. 708-366-5205 riverforestlibrary.org Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri.-Sat.

9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. (Sept.-May) 1-5 p.m.

History: The River Forest Public Library was founded in 1899 by members of the River Forest Women’s Club. The library was originally housed on Park Avenue until 1929, when it moved to its current home. The historic building was renovated, complete with an addition, in 1992.

Director Sofia Anastos

Commissioners six year terms Claudette Zobel, president (2017) Thomas Smedinghoff, vice president (2017) Kevin Crowell (2017) Katherine Bevan (2021) Alice Calabrese-Berry (2021) Deborah Hill (2017) Joan O’Connor (2019) Board meetings are held the 3rd.

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Museums & Tourism *Ernest Hemingway Foundation Museum and Bookstore Oak Park Arts Center 200 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-2222 Hemingway’s Birthplace 339 N. Oak Park Ave. ehfop.org Hours: Sun.-Fri. 1-5 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Birthplace and museum are closed on holidays. Hours are subject to change.

Admission: Adults $10; youth (18 and under), students (with valid college ID) and seniors (65+) $8; children (5 and under) and foundation members free. Admission includes both museum and birthplace tour. Advance reservations are required for groups larger than 10 people.

History: The foundation operates the museum and fosters understanding of the life and work of Ernest Hemingway. The museum is located in the Arts Center and has a bookstore on site. Hemingway’s birthplace, a block and a half north (opposite side of the street), is where he lived until age 6. It was designed by Wesley Arnold and built in 1890 for Ernest Hall, Hemingway’s maternal grandfather. The Hemingway Family Home, 600 N. Kenilworth Ave., where Ernie lived until graduating from high school, is now privately owned. The home was designed by architect Henry G. Fiddelke in collaboration with Grace Hall Hemingway. Ernie’s family moved to the house in 1906 and it was in this home that he recovered from his war wounds and the romantic misfortune he later referenced in A Farewell to Arms.

Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio Museum Shop 951 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 312-994-4000 flwright.org Tour Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily.

Entry to the Home & Studio is by guided tours only.

Museum Shop Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Days.

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Admission: Adults $12; Students and se-

niors (65+) $10; Children 3 and under free.

Advance tickets are highly recommended.

Wheelchair accessibility is limited. Tickets can be purchased online or by calling.

Day-of tickets may be purchased on an as-available basis at the Museum Shop at 9 a.m. daily. All tour purchases support the restoration, preservation and education programs of the Frank Lloyd Wright Trust.

History: The Wright Trust operates the Home & Studio, which served as Wright’s residence and workplace from 1889 to 1909, the first 20 years of his career. He raised six children with his first wife, Catherine Tobin, there. In 1898, Wright added a studio where he and his associates developed the Prairie School of Architecture and where they designed 125 structures, including the Larkin Building and Unity Temple.

Tours are also offered at two of Wright’s historic structures in Chicago: the Robie House and the lobby of the Rookery Building. See website for photos and information.

The Museum Shop is adjacent to the Home & Studio. It offers an

extensive collection of accessories inspired by Wright’s designs as well as a wide selection of books on Wright. All purchases directly support the Wright Trust’s restoration, preservation and education activities.

*Frank Lloyd Wright Unity Temple Restoration Foundation 875 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-8873 utrf.org Hours: The building will be closed to the public starting June 2015. Tours will resume in 2017.

Historical Society of OP-RF 217 S. Home Ave., Oak Park 708-848-6755 oprfhistory.org Tour Hours: Dec.-Feb. 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Mar.-Nov. 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Call for research hours.

Admission: Adults $10; Seniors and students with ID $8; Children (ages 5-17) $5; Children under 5 free; Group rates for parties of 10 or more. Illinois residents free

on Wednesdays; donation suggested.

Founded in 1968. Since 1970, it has been located on the second floor of Pleasant Home, a National Historic Landmark in Mills Park.

The society operates a history museum, research center and archives. The museum has a children’s activity room and presents changing exhibits on different aspects of area history. The society has a collection of thousands of photographs, vintage costumes, and artifacts donated by families and local organizations. It provides valuable support for area residents, students, writers, journalists, filmmakers, government bodies and organizations wishing to delve into our fascinating past and evolution. The growing collection is accessible through special programs, exhibits, and the Gale Research Center.

The Historical Society is planning to move from Pleasant Home to a new facility, the historic Cicero Firehouse at Lake and Lombard. Consult the website for updated information.

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Museums & Tourism *Pleasant Home 217 S. Home Ave., Oak Park 708-383-2654 pleasanthome.org Tour Hours: Dec.-Feb. 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m.; Mar.-Nov. 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Call for research hours.

Admission: Adults $10; Seniors and students with ID $8; Children (ages 5-17) $5; Children under 5 free; Group rates for parties of 10 or more. Illinois residents free on Wednesdays; donation suggested.

Operated by the Pleasant Home Foundation, it is open to the public year-round, with many educational programs, community events, cultural performances and festivals. The opulent 30-room mansion is a National Historic Landmark, designed in 1897 by Prairie School architect George W. Maher. Also known as the John Farson House after its first owner, it was sold by the family of Herbert Mills, the home’s second owner, to the Park District of Oak Park. The home contains a working Violano Virtuoso, one of the great inventions of the 20th century, and presently houses the Historical Society of Oak ParkRiver Forest on the second floor.

The museum store offers a wide selection of arts-and-crafts books, pottery, tiles, and stationery. Available to rent for up to 150 guests.

Trailside Museum Forest Preserve District of Cook County 738 Thatcher Ave., River Forest 708-366-6530 fpdcc.com Nature Center Hours: March 1 till the last Sat. in Oct., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily; last Sun. in Oct. till Feb. 28, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. daily.

Nature Center exhibit buildings open at 9 a.m., Sat.-Thurs. (closed on Fri.); closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Day.

Established in 1931, Trailside (officially Hal Tyrrell Trailside Museum) served as the first public nature education facility in the Forest Preserve District.

Visitors to the museum, housed in a historic mid-1870s Victorian mansion, will discover displays of live native animals, colorful wildflower gardens and much more. Hiking trails through the surrounding forest preserve wind through oak woodlands

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Trailside Museum is childfriendly and offers a wide variety of public nature center programs and guided hikes for children and adults. School groups and organizations may make reservations to visit and will receive a customized tour guided by a naturalist.

*Wonder Works Children’s Museum 6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park 708-383-4815 wonder-works.org Hours: Wed.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 12-5 p.m.; closed Tues.

Admission: $6 per person, both children and adults; discounted rates available for groups of 10 or more for field trips when scheduled in advance.

A hands-on environment intended to strengthen the social, emotional and intellectual development of children from birth to age 8. The 6,400-square-foot museum is a place of creative play for children, stimulating their imaginations through art, performance, design, building and more.

There are five “experience zones” plus an outdoor organic garden.

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Offers local tours aboard Segway people-movers. There are specific Frank Lloyd Wright and Chocolate tours. Renting a Segway requires navigation training.

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*Park District of Oak Park Jan Arnold, executive director Hedges Administrative Center 218 Madison St. 708-725-2000 pdop.org The Park District of Oak Park was created in 1912. It provides over 3,000 recreation programs and special events annually. Overseen by a board of five elected commissioners, the district owns an administrative center, two outdoor pools, one indoor ice rink, three historical properties (the Oak Park Conservatory, Cheney Mansion and Pleasant Home), the Gymnastics and Recreation Center, seven recreation centers, plus 18 parks, including two tot

lots, totaling 82 acres and six special facilities, including the Stevenson Park Active Sport Area, the Hedges Administrative Center, the unique urban forest in Austin Gardens, and Scoville Park. Visit the website to subscribe to the e-newsletter.

Park Board Commissioners four-year terms ■ Paul Aeschleman (2019) ■ Victor Guarino (2019) ■ Sandy Lentz (2017) ■ Kathleen Porrecca (2019)

Advisory Committees The Citizen Committee oversees the implementation of the Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan and Capital Improvement Plan and provides a valuable communication channel between the park district and the citizens of Oak Park. Additional committees include the Greening Advisory Committee, Art Advisory Committee and the Senior Advisory Committee. For more information or to join any of these committees visit the website.

■ David Wick (2017)

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Park board meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at the Hedges Administrative Building.

824 N. Hayes Ave. Field house, playground, splash pad, multipurpose field, walking path, chess tables and rental facilities.

Named for: Hans Christian Andersen, author of fairy tales History: Acquired in 1916, renovated in 2006, it covers 1.30 acres.

Austin Gardens 167 Forest Ave. The wildflower woodland habitat currently features several art installations. There are hundreds of trees, a walking path and, when weather permits, an outdoor ice rink. It is home to Festival Theatre, the oldest outdoor equity theater in Illinois devoted to the classics.

Named for: The Austin family, founders of Oak Park Trust and Savings Bank History: Land donated in 1947 by Henry Austin Jr.; it covers 3.64 acres. The wildflower woodland

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Barrie Park and Center 1011 Lombard Ave.

The new park features a redesigned sled hill, a ball field and soccer field, a creative play area, ornamental and shade trees, and a walking path that encircles the park.

Named for: James Barrie, author of Peter Pan History: Developed in the late 1950s, it covers 3.34 acres.

The center, located directly west of the park, features a field house, indoor playground, tot lot and multi-use sport courts that can accommodate tennis, volleyball, basketball, and other sports.

Carroll Park and Center 1125 S. Kenilworth Ave.

The park features a baseball/ softball field, multipurpose field, and playground. The center includes a field house, rental and banquet rooms.

Named for: Lewis Carroll, author of Alice in Wonderland History: Developed in 1921; the field house was constructed in 1928; it covers 2.48 acres.

*Cheney Mansion 220 N. Euclid Ave. 708-383-2612

Designated an Oak Park landmark, the 13,200-square-foot mansion has six bedrooms, seven bathrooms, reception rooms, a coach house, greenhouse and landscaped grounds, which are open to the public until dusk every day unless they are reserved for a private event. Self-guided tours of the mansion are available by appointment. The park district offers programs for children and adults, including cooking classes and special events. The mansion is available to rent for special occasions, including weddings, receptions, private parties, corporate meetings, recitals, fundraisers and memorial services Named for: Elizabeth F. Cheney, a lifelong resident of the area, who supported artistic, cultural and educational organizations

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History: Designed in 1913 by Charles E. White Jr., a student of Frank Lloyd Wright, for the Sharpe family. It was purchased in 1922 by Andrew and Mary Dole and inherited by their niece, Elizabeth Cheney, who deeded it to the park district in 1975. The park district took ownership of the property in 1985. It was designated an Oak Park Landmark by the village of Oak Park in 2004. It occupies 2 acres.

Dole Center 255 Augusta Blvd.

708-725-2100 A multipurpose facility owned by the village with shared space for park district and library operations. Park district facilities include a dance room with hardwood floors, two exercise rooms and a ceramics and art studio. It offers a wide range of recreational programs for children, adults and seniors, including exercise and fitness classes, and ceramic and art classes.

Euclid Square Park 705 Fillmore St.

Playground, baseball/softball field, multipurpose field, tennis courts and a looped pathway ideal for strolling or jogging.

Named for: Euclid Avenue History: Acquired in 1929, the park was originally called New South Park, or Park #9, but was subsequently named after the adjacent street; covers 2.81 acres.

Field Park 935 Woodbine Ave.

Office/field house, tot lot, playground, multipurpose field, splash pad, bocce court, picnic shelter, chess tables and rental facilities.

Named for: Eugene Field, poet History: Acquired in 1916, originally called Woodbine Playground; developed in 1924; covers 3.39 acres.

Fox Park 640 S. Oak Park Ave.

Multipurpose field, baseball field, playground and tot lot with sand play area. The updated whale splash pad is a favorite with kids, age 2-12. Multipurpose room is available for rent Named for: William Fox, park district commissioner

History: The land was purchased in 1922. The recreation center was built in the late 1960s. Covers 1.54 acres.

Lindberg Park 1151 N. Marion St. Baseball/softball fields, multipurpose field, playground, tennis courts, outdoor ice rink and trail gardens. The gardens highlight over 90 varieties of perennial plants that grow in the woodlands and prairie lands of the Midwest and have been recognized on both the state and national level.

Named for: Gustav Lindberg, first superintendent of parks in 1913 History: Acquired in 1925, the park has seen many transformations from a public landfill to formal water and rose gardens to victory gardens during WWII. In 1972 the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation established the Presidential Walk in Lindberg Park with the planting of 17 sugar maples, one for each of the 17 former village presidents. This tradition continues with a new tree planted as each village president ends their term in office.

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Parks & Recreation This is the district’s largest park, covering 13.9 acres.

Longfellow Park 610 S. Ridgeland Ave. Baseball/softball field, multipurpose field, playground, splash pad, lighted tennis courts, full-court basketball, sand volleyball courts, outdoor ice rink, field house with multipurpose room available for rental.

Named for: Henry Wadsworth Longfellow, poet History: The land was purchased in 1920. The recreation center was built in the late 1960s. Located across the street from Longfellow School playground, it covers 2.62 acres.

Maple Park 1105 S. Maple Ave. Playground, baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, walking paths, open meadows with plenty of room to fly kites, and a 12,000-square-foot dog park in the northwest corner of the

park, which requires a permit purchased in advance.

Named after: Maple Street History: The land was purchased from the railroad in 1921. Covers 6.98 acres.

Mills Park/Pleasant Home 217 S. Home Ave. Features green space, floral displays, and Pleasant Home, a 30-room architectural landmark historic house/museum. Facilities are available for rent at Pleasant Home.

History: Named for its second owner, Herbert S. Mills, who purchased the property from John Farson’s widow in 1910. The park district acquired the property from the Mills family in 1939.

Outbuildings on the grounds were razed and Mills Park has been maintained as open space since that time. Covers 4.43 acres.

*Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield St. 708-725-2400

Named to the National Register of Historic Places and designated an Oak Park landmark, the conservatory features three unique exhibit houses, presents seasonal floral displays, flower shows, an annual plant sale, horticultural classes, youth summer camps, seasonal open houses and school tours. The Edwardian-style glass structure, built in 1929, houses a botanical collection of more than 3,000 plants, some of which date back to the conservatory’s founding in 1914. The Conservatory Center houses an information center, gift shop and rotating art displays. A unique venue, the conservatory is available for rental for small weddings, parties, meetings and family celebrations.

The conservatory draws up to 30,000 visitors annually. The staff and volunteers grow an astounding 20,000 bedding plants from seeds and cuttings annually, which are planted at 90 public parks and sites throughout the village.

Hours: Mon. 2-4 p.m. (plant clinic and potting service), Tues.-Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: There is no admission charge but there is a suggested $2 donation. Visit the website for special events.

Oak Park Gymnastics Center 21 Lake St., Oak Park 708-725-2200 oakparkparks.com The OPGC can meet the needs of any new or experienced gymnast.

New facility opened in 2013.

Randolph Park Grove and Randolph Features a playground and chess tables. Two distinct areas are divided by an alley. The active tot lot for age 2-5 with its popular train feature, is on the west side.

History: The parcel occupied by Randolph Park and the adjacent open parcel to the east at Randolph and Oak Park Ave. were acquired by the village in 1924. Randolph Park was conveyed to the park district by quit-claim deed in 2006 and the property to the east was

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Playground, tot lot, lighted tennis courts, natural area and World War I monument, restored in 2009-10. A complete renovation of Scoville Park was completed in June 2013. The park is Oak Park’s “Village Green” at the corner of Lake Street and Oak Park Avenue.

Named for: James Scoville, a real estate developer, whose home stood on the site.

History: Included by the National Park Service in the National Register of Historic Places.

Originally the Scoville family estate, the site was one of the village’s three original parks.

Purchased in 1912 when the park district was organized and the old Scoville family home had already been demolished. The park was designed by Jens Jensen, an internationally known landscape artist. The granite and bronze “Peace Triumphant” Memorial, centerpiece of the park, was dedicated by Gen. C.G. Dawes, vice president of the U.S., who attended the ceremony on Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 1925. The park covers 3.98 acres.

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The pool features a 50-meter, zero-edge pool with spray play apparatus, a separate 6-yearsand-under wading pool, and a sand play area. This facility also features a diving well, equipped with drop slides, 1-meter diving boards and a diving tower with 5and 7-meter platforms. The pool is ADA accessible.

Named for: Arthur D. Rehm, one of the original park district commissioners and the second president of the park district.

History: Known for many years as South Park, Rehm was one of the three original parks purchased in 1912, when the park district was organized. The pool opened in the mid-1960s. The park and pool cover 6.51 acres.

Ridgeland Common Pool, Park and Ice Arena 415 Lake St. 708-725-2300

Ridgeland Common Recreation Center is the park district’s flagship facility. The new Ridgeland Common features lighted synthetic turf baseball fields that service most adult softball leagues. The facility includes the Paul Hruby Ice Arena which is open year-round.

Ridgeland Common Pool is one of the district’s two outdoor swimming pools featuring swim lessons, special events and public swim hours. The new facility also has a new children’s water feature, new locker rooms, pool deck and three new activity rooms.

Named for: Ridgeland Avenue History: One of the original three village parks, the land was purchased in 1913 from the Scoville family. The pool and ice rink were built in the early 1960s.

The park covers 6.06 acres.

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Stevenson Park 49 Lake St.

Playground, baseball/softball field, multipurpose field, playground, three basketball halfcourts, a field house for programs and rental and a 12,000-square-foot skate park.

Named for: Robert Louis Stevenson, author History: The park was acquired by the village in 1916. The district entered into a 99-year lease agreement with the village in 2006, rather than purchasing the property outright, because the park contains two underground water reservoirs managed by the village.

The current Stevenson Center was built in 1965. Covers 3.30 acres.

Taylor Park 400 Division St.

Soccer field, lighted tennis courts, a sledding hill, tot lot and chess tables. There are also two picnic areas available for rent, including an uncovered picnic

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The improved park includes a new playground with climbing boulders and a wetland area with a wooden bridge.

Named for: Henry A. Taylor, the first president of the park board.

History: Originally known as North Park, the land was purchased in 1914. Covers 11.75 acres.

Wenonah Park Wenonah Ave. and Harrison St. Designed for ages 2-5, the lot features a car and truck theme.

Chess tables.

Named for: Wenonah Street History: This playground was acquired in 1962. Covers .12 acres.

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708-771-1001 fpdcc.com Houses the district headquarters and includes the Cummings Memorial which is a stage with a band shell that faces toward Lake Street.

Named for: Edward A. Cummings, a realtor who operated a tennis club on the park grounds, now the Oak Park Tennis Club.

River Forest Community Center 8020 Madison St. 708-771-6159 rfcc.info River Forest Park District Michael Sletton, executive director 401 Thatcher Ave. 708-366-6660 rfparks.com oakpark.com/RFParks Organized in 1913. Since 1992, the district has grown steadily in terms of park acquisition and development projects, as well as tremendous growth in program-

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in 1920. Covers 3 acres. The softball field is named after Dani Tyler, 1996 Olympic softball gold medalist.

Constitution Park 7715 Greenfield Ave.

Park Board Commissioners Six-year terms ■ Molly Hague, president (2019) ■ Beth Dunne (2017) ■ Ross Roloff (2021), president

2019 ■ Peter Kuzmich (2021) ■ Paul Koester (2017) The board meets the 2nd Monday each month at 6 p.m. Meetings are open to the public at 7 p.m.

Centennial Park Chicago and Lathrop Ball diamond, soccer field.

History: Originally known as

Community Commons, this park was purchased by the River Forest Park District from E.A. Cummings

Baseball and soccer fields. The center of the park consists of a large saucer-like depression, which is flooded in the winter for ice skating.

History: Originally known as North Park, the land was purchased from H.B. Sinden in 1926. Covers 2.75 acres.

Forest and Iowa Triangle Located at Forest Ave. and Iowa St. Open green space History: The site was purchased from the Skillen family heirs in 1917. Covers 1/4 acre.

Keystone and Augusta Triangle Open green space and community herb garden.

Ridgeland Common swimming pool, including this new kiddie pool, filled quickly to capacity.

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Parks & Recreation History: Opened in 1997, it is River Forest’s newest multi-use park.

Covers 8 acres.

Washington Commons 7970 W. Washington Blvd.

Playgound, baseball and soccer fields.

History: Purchased in 1997, it was the east parcel of the former Washington School property.

Covers 1.75 acres.

Washington Square 131 Forest Ave. Two tennis courts, open space.

History: Purchased in 1914 from Mr. Lawler, it was the first recreational site acquired by the park district. Landscape architect Jens Jensen designed the original plan for the park. Covers 1.5 acres.

Washington Triangle Washington Street and Park Avenue Open green space.

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History: Originally part of the platted street, it was acquired from the village by the park district in 1920. Covers 1/2 acre.

Keystone Park 400 Keystone Ave. Largest park in the district. It offers two playgrounds, baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, batting cages and a winter sledding hill. The train station at 401

Thatcher Ave., on the west side of Keystone Park, houses the park district headquarters.

History: Originally known as Keystone Field, the park was purchased from Mrs. Watson Thatcher and the Thatcher heirs in 1915. Covers 9 acres.

memorial, a garden with brick pathways and benches and two bocce courts.

History: Three small parcels of land were purchased in 1937 and combined. Covers 3/4 acre.

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At Lake and Lathrop Open green space features a war

Priory Park Play area, ball diamonds, soccer fields, batting cages and a walking path.

History: This space was conveyed to the park district by the village in 1916. Covers 1.25 acres.

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Oak Park Country Club 2001 N. Thatcher Ave. River Grove 708-456-7600 oakparkcountryclub.com Private club offering golf, tennis, swimming pool, skeet shooting, pro shop and dining.

Oak Park Tennis Center 544 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest 708-366-9652 oakparktennis.com Nine well-groomed, state-of-theart public clay courts for rent by the hour or for unlimited use from April-Oct. with a seasonal pass.

Not a private club.

River Forest Tennis Club 615 Lathrop Ave., River Forest 708-771-7780 rftc.org Private tennis, swimming, social club.

*Tennis & Fitness Centre 301 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-2175 tenandfit.com Indoor adult and youth lessons and programs including tennis, racquetball, spinning and fitness, pilates and personal training.

*West Cook YMCA 255 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-383-5200 westcookymca.org Since 1903, the Y has been offering health, fitness and aquatic programs for families and individuals of all ages. Visit website to download a brochure of current program schedules.

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For more Parks & Recreation Resources, visit the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce business listings on page 139.

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Getting to know … Jan Arnold Executive director, Park District of Oak Park How long have you lived/ worked in Oak Park?

My family moved to Oak Park a little over five years ago.

Soon thereafter, I joined the Park District Citizen Committee to learn more about the park district and to get involved in the community. During that time, I became the executive director of the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association. By the time Gary Balling announced his retirement, I was well informed about park district projects and programs, and I knew I wanted to pursue the executive director’s position.

I completed my third year as executive director in May, 2015.

What gets you fired up in the morning?

Working out every morning helps get me ready for the day. Running a park district is quite an adventure. I truly love my job and enjoy working with a great team to serve our community. Almost every day there are new and unique challenges that stretch my creativity, test my problemsolving skills and provide me and our organization with an opportunity to improve. We have just started a project at the Oak Park Conservatory and are in the planning stages for an Environmental Education Center at Austin Gardens.

What keeps you awake at night?

When people are not open to hearing and understanding the perspectives of others.

This is essential in running

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an organization like ours. The park district is comprised of facilities, parks, and programs that touch our residents’ lives in a variety of ways. It is critical to listen to the views of others before making a decision. And when it’s time to make a decision, I like the following quote from former Notre Dame President Father Theodore Hesburgh, who said, “My basic principle is that you don’t make decisions because they are easy; you don’t make them because they are cheap; you don’t make them because

they’re popular; you make them because they’re right.”

What do you love about Oak Park?

It’s the people and their spirit of community and volunteerism and their determination to make things better. Oak Park is an incredible community. There are a lot of suburbs in the Chicago area, but I find Oak Park unique and welcoming in so many ways. I am happy, along with my wife, Mary, to be raising our son in this community.

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Religion

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Rev. Pete Campbell gives a blessing to Juniper during a pet blessing at Christ Episcopal Church in River Forest.

Community of Congregations SHEM Center for Interfaith Spirituality of OP-RF communityofcongregations.org An interfaith organization serving the greater Oak Park-River Forest area. They support PADS (Public Action to Deliver Shelter), the Cluster Tutoring Program, the annual CROP Walk, Prevail (formerly Walk-in-Ministry), the OP-RF Food Pantry, and the Holiday Food and Gift Basket program (HFGB), under a grant provided

by Youth Services of Oak Park and River Forest Township. They also sponsor the community’s annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service. Visit website for more information.

Bro. Joseph Killikevice, O.P. director 708 N. Harvey Ave., Oak Park 708-848-1095 shemcenter.org Retreat center, a place where sojourners of all spiritual paths and faith traditions, as well as the spiritually homeless, are welcomed.

PLACES OF WORSHIP

Ascension Parish Rev. James Hurlbert, pastor 808 S. East Ave., Oak Park 708-848-2703 ascensionchurch.com Roman Catholic

Baha’i Community

Chinese Bible Church

126 N. Oak Park Ave., Suite A, Oak Park opbahai.org

Yoman Man, senior pastor Cantonese congregation David Pan, assoc. pastor Mandarin congregation Raj Christodoss, assoc. pastor English congregation 700 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 708-383-6867 cbcop.org Non-denominational Services in Cantonese, Mandarin and English

Calvary Memorial Church Todd Wilson, senior pastor 931 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-3900 calvarymemorial.com Interdenominational Evangelical

Chabad Jewish Center Yitzchok Bergstein, rabbi 219 Randolph St., Oak Park 708-872-7771 oakparkjewish.org

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Religion

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Sister Teresita Weind speaks at St. Catherine-St. Lucy Catholic Church during a retreat.

Christ Lutheran Church Rev. Robert Niehus, pastor 607 Harvard St., Oak Park 708-386-3306 christlutheranoakpark.org Missouri Synod

Euclid Avenue United Methodist Church Rev. Marti Scott, pastor 405 S. Euclid Ave., Oak Park 708-848-7360 euclidumc.org

Fair Oaks Presbyterian Church Rev. Wayne J. Myers, pastor 744 Fair Oaks Ave., Oak Park 708-386-4920 fairoakspres.org

Fellowship Christian Church Rev. Renee Willett, senior pastor 1106-1110 Madison St. Oak Park

708-386-5790 fellowshipchristianop.org

First Baptist Church of Oak Park Rev. Harry Parker, senior pastor 820 Ontario St., Oak Park 708-848-4070 firstbaptistchurchofoakpark.com

First Church of Christ Scientist 946 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest 708-366-6677

First Presbyterian Church of River Forest Rev. Stephen Kellough, senior pastor 7551 Quick Ave., River Forest 708-366-5822 firstpresrf.org

First United Church of Christ Rev. Michael Kucera, pastor

1000 Elgin Ave., Forest Park 708-771-8456 firstunitedchurchofchrist.com

First United Church of Oak Park

708-366-5091 forestparkbaptist.com Affiliated with the North American Baptist Council

*Free Church

Rev. Marylen Marty-Gentile, associate pastor Rev. Leah Fowler, associate pastor 848 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-5215 firstunitedoakpark.com Affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and the United Church of Christ

Chuck Colegrove, pastor 159 Marion St., Oak Park (mail) Meets in Theatre 7 at the Lake Theatre 1022 Lake St., Oak Park freechurch.com

First United Methodist Church

Rev. Kathy Nolte, pastor 611 Randolph St., Oak Park 708-848-4741 goodshepherdlc.org Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Rev. Jenny Weber, pastor 324 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-383-4983 firstumcoakpark.org

Forest Park Baptist Church Rev. Dave Steinhart, pastor 133 N. Harlem Ave., Forest Park

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church

Grace Episcopal Church Rev. Shawn Schreiner, rector 924 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-8036 graceoakpark.org

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God accepts us just as we are, and brings us along to be and do more than we ever imagined possible.

We are a diverse congregation that welcomes all people.

—You are always invited— Sunday worship—8:00 & 10:30 a.m.

Summer worship—9:30 a.m.

(Memorial Day through Labor Day)

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church 611 Randolph, Oak Park

(corner of East & Randolph) 708-848-4741 www.goodshepherdlc.org Facebook: goodshepherdlc

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Religion Grace Lutheran Church Rev. Robert Shaner, pastor 7300 Division St., River Forest 708-366-6900 graceriverforest.org Independent Lutheran congregation

Greater Chicago Church JD and Carrie Leman, senior pastors 705 Jackson Blvd., Oak Park 708-660-0013 greaterchicagochurch.com Non-denominational

Harrison Street Bible Church Rev. John Sutter, pastor 911 S. Taylor Ave., Oak Park 708-848-6840 Independent fundamental, Baptistic in doctrine

Harvard Family United Church of Christ

India Mission Teluga Methodist Church Rev. Samuel Vallabdas, pastor 1049 S. Euclid Ave., Oak Park 708-848-7710

Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall 238 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-524-0224

Judson Baptist Church 1252 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park 708-848-9150 judsonoakpark.com

Light of Liberty Church of God in Christ Rev. Corby Bush, pastor 2 Washington Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-8707 Pentecostal

Rev. Carol Shauf, pastor 1045 S. Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park 708-383-4032

Living Sanctuary of Faith Rev. Bennie Hampton, pastor 701 Belleforte Ave., Oak Park 708-358-1634 livingsanctuaryoffaith.com Church of God in Christ

Living Word Christian Center Rev. William S. Winston, pastor Forest Park Plaza Mall 7600 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 708-697-5000 livingwd.org

newspiritoakpark.org Non-denominational/diverse/LGBT welcome

Oak Park Church of Religious Science Rev. Alexandra Sikora, pastor 6832 North Ave., Ste. 200, Chicago 773-889-4700 opcrs.com Non-denominational “New Thought” center

New Life Christian Fellowship Oak Park Friends Meeting Rev. Nick Bitakis, pastor 6235 North Ave., Oak Park 708-848-2441 newlifeoakpark.com Evangelical, charismatic

New Spirit Community Church Rev. Bradley Mickelson, pastor 542 S. Scoville Ave., Oak Park 708-848-5460

708-425-8201 oakparkfriends.org

Oak Park Temple B’Nai Abraham Zion Max Weiss, rabbi 1235 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 708-386-3937 oakparktemple.com Reform Jewish congregation

glasser preschool

www.glasserpreschool.com Contact Marci Sperling Flynn, Director, for information, registration materials and tours of the school.

of Oak Park Temple is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). During the school year we offer half day classes for children ages 2 1/2 through 5.There is an optional daily hot lunch program and enrichment classes offered. Parents and Tots classes meet on Friday mornings during the school year. We also have a summer camp program (Camp Bet Yeladim) for 3 to 6 year olds during June and July.

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Worship services and religious education on Sundays at 11 am Sunday: 10am Forum • 11am Service, 12 Coffee Hour

Third Unitarian Church • 301 N. Mayfield • 773-626-9385 thirdunitarianchurch.org A progressive voice on the West Side since 1868 *Central Austin Neighborhood Association

Connect with us to learn more: Unity Temple Universalist Congregation | unitytemple.org | (708) 848-6225

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Religion Our Lady Immaculate Church Father Charles Ward, pastor 410 Washington Blvd., Oak Park 708-524-2408 St. Pius X Society Catholic

Parkview Presbyterian Church Rev. Timothy King, pastor 641 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-7151 Presbyterian USA

Pilgrim Congregational Church Rev. Sally Iberg, senior pastor 460 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-5860 pilgrimoakpark.org United Church of Christ

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The Respect Life Committee prays the rosary on the parish green at Ascension Catholic Church.

Room, Oasis and the Moriyan Ministries.

Resurrection Evangelical Lutheran Church Rev. Gary Bertels, pastor Concordia University Chapel 7400 W. Augusta St., River Forest 708-209-3349

River Forest United Methodist Church Rev. Edgar Solis, senior pastor 7970 Lake St., River Forest 708-771-3668 rfumc.me

Secular Jewish Community and School 1125 S. Cuyler Ave., Oak Park 708-445-4055 secularjewish.org Humanistic Judaism, member-led, member-run. Meets at Irving Elementary School.

St. Bernardine Parish

Secret Place Church of God Barbara Karpouzian, pastor 1151 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 773-286-2172 secretplacecog.com Sponsors three ministry groups: The Upper

38 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-8077 stcatherinestlucy.org Roman Catholic

1025 N. Columbian Ave., Oak Park 708-383-3430 stgilesparish.org Roman Catholic

St. Christopher’s Episcopal Church

*St. Gregorios Orthodox Church

Rev. J. Paris Coffey, rector 545 S. East Ave., Oak Park 708-386-5613 stchristophersoakpark.org

Rev. Ninan V. George, parish leader 1121 N. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4120 1church.org Parish of the South-West American Diocese of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church of India.

St. Edmund Parish

Rev. Stanislaw Kuca 7246 Harrison St., Forest Park 708-366-0839 stbern.com Roman Catholic

Rev. John McGivern, pastor 188 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4417 stedmund.org Roman Catholic

St. Catherine of Siena/ St. Lucy Parish

St. Giles Parish

Rev. George Omwando, pastor

Rev. Carl Morello, pastor

*St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church Rev. Leonard Payton, pastor 305 Circle Ave., Forest Park 708-366-3226 stjohnforestpark.org Missouri Synod

diverse and dynamic congregation Our diverse and dynamic congregationOur welcomes Reaching out from the heart of Oak Park for over 100 years welcomes you on the journey of faith. you on the journey of faith.

First United Methodist Church of Oak Park 324 N. Oak Park Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708)383-4983

Rev. Jenny Weber, Pastor Sunday Worship 10:00 AM Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 AM

www.firstUMCoakpark.org

St. Edmund Parish

First United Methodist Church of Oak Park 324 N. Oak Park Avenue Present Worship Schedule Oak Park, IL 60302 Monday–Saturday, 8:30 a.m.

(708)383-4983 Saturday, 5:30 p.m. www.firstUMCoakpark.org Sunday, 8:00, 9:30 & 11:30 a.m.

Call parish office for revised fall schedule.

Rev. Young-Mee Park, Pastor Sunday Worship 10:00 AM We rejoice in Sunday School for All Ages 9:00 our AM great diversity and welcome all to join us.

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Religion *St. John United Methodist Church

Third Unitarian Church of Chicago

Rev. Lindsey Long, pastor 1100 Ontario St., Oak Park 708-386-5882

Jennifer Nordstrom, pastor 301 N. Mayfield Ave., Chicago 773-626-9385 thirdunitarianchurch.org Unitarian Universalist

*St. Luke Parish Rev. John Szmyd, pastor 7600 Lake St., River Forest 708-771-8250 stlukeparish.org Roman Catholic

St. Paul Lutheran Church Rev. Audry Catalano, pastor 7416 Dixon, Forest Park 708-366-0058

St. Vincent Ferrer Parish File

A panel of Oak Park and Austin church leaders discuss issues.

Rev. Thomas McDermott, O.P., pastor 1530 Jackson Ave., River Forest 708-366-7090 svfparish.org Roman Catholic

Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church Rev. Robert Lietz, pastor 300 N. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park 708-386-6773 Concordia Lutheran Conference

United Lutheran Church Rev. Dennis Bushkofsky, pastor 409 Greenfield St., Oak Park 708-386-1576 unitedlutheranchurch.org Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

Unity Church of Oak Park Rev. Helice Greene, pastor

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Religion 405 N. Euclid Ave., Oak Park 708-848-0960 unityoakpark.org Non-denominational

Unity Temple Rev. Alan Taylor, senior minister 875 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-6225 unitytemple.org Unitarian Universalist (Worshipping at United Lutheran Church from June 2015 through summer of 2016.)

Vajrayana Kadampa Buddhist Center Monk Gen Kelsang Dorje, resident teacher 13 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-763-0132 meditateinchicago.org Member of the Kadampa Tradition

*Village Church of Oak Park Cisco Cotto, pastor Meets at the 19th Century building 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park 708-613-0411 villagechurchoakpark.com Gospel-centered teaching

West Central Seventh Day Adventist Rev. David Sitler, pastor 1154 S. Wisconsin Ave., Oak Park 708-383-1996 westcentral22adventistchurchconnect.org Protestant fundamentalist

West Suburban Temple Har Zion Robin Damsky, rabbi 1040 N. Harlem Ave. River Forest 708-366-9000 wsthz.org

Zen Life and Meditation Center Robert Althouse, Zen teacher 38 Lake St., Oak Park 708-689-1220

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For more Religion Resources, visit the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce business listings on page 139.

Getting to know …Don Register Retired minister, Oak Park How long have you lived/ worked in Oak Park?

My family and I have lived in Oak Park since December 1971. After having lived in St. Louis since 1963. At the time, we had two children (age 6 and 4) and we were expecting our third child, who was born in February 1972.

I came to the Chicago Metropolitan Area to serve as the associate executive for Presbyterian mission strategy for the presbytery of Chicago, a regional governing body of the Presbyterian Church (USA).

We purchased a house at 312 S. Ridgeland and lived there for 43 years.

In February of 1988, I became the pastor of the Sixth Grace Presbyterian Church at 35th and Cottage Grove in Chicago and served there until I retired in 2005. Since the church had no manse, we continued to live in Oak Park.

We never considered any other community.

What brought you here, and what has kept you here?

Having worked with a citywide committee called Freedom of Residence in St. Louis, which was working to establish open housing policies and practices in St. Louis city and county, the obvious efforts toward similar goals in Oak Park matched our goals for, and interests in, the village as a place to live.

For the most part, our children had positive experiences here. They continue to have contact with many of their childhood friends and are deeply appreciative of their

William Camargo/Staff Photographer sound preparation for their college experiences. We continue to have strong relationships with many friends in the community whom we’ve known in excess of 40 years, and we are constantly meeting new people who are moving into the village as well as many longtime residents.

What keeps you awake at night?

The increasing violence across the nation’s large urban areas and around the

world; racism that, like the multi-headed serpent, keeps appearing in sometimes blatant as well as subtle forms; and people in government who seemingly have little interest in pursuing “Those things that are best” for the nation.

What do you love about Oak Park?

I love not only its vision for community but also its effort to realize that vision and be a beacon for other communities near and far.

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Restaurants OAK PARK/RIVER FOREST AREA

Al’s Grill 1100 Madison St., Oak Park 708-386-4190 Family dining; breakfast and lunch

Amarind’s Thai Restaurant 6822 W. North Ave., Chicago 773-889-9999 amarinds.com Fine Thai cuisine; full bar Dine-in/carryout

Amato’s Pizzeria 1737 N. Harlem Ave. Elmwood Park 773-622-4333 amatospizza.com Pizza, sandwiches, ribs; daily special dinner entrees Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Amelia’s 7330 Harrison St., Forest Park 708-366-6633 ameliasforestpark.com American Menu focuses on locally sourced ingredients; full bar

Andrea’s Restaurant 7427 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 708-771-1969 Family dining Breakfast, sandwiches, homemade soups; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout

*Aripo’s Venezuelan Arepa House 118 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708-386-1313 aripos.com Venezuelan Catering

*Autre Monde Cafe 6727 Roosevelt, Berwyn 708-775-8122 autremondecafe.net Mediterranean Seasonal and organic selections; full bar

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Avenue Ale House 825 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-2801 avenuealehouse.com American Steaks, chops, seafood plus pub menu; full sports bar with extensive beer selections; rooftop cafe; live music

Bar Louie 1122 Lake St., Oak Park 708-725-3300 barlouieamerica.com American Sandwiches, pasta, steaks; breakfast Sat./ Sun.; full bar

*Barclay’s American Grille 1120 Pleasant Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4250 barclaysamericangrille.com Classic American Steaks, seafood, ribs, burgers prepared on a wood burning grill; full bar

Bertolli’s Pizza 7973 Lake St., River Forest

708-771-2820 Pizza, ribs, cannelloni, lasagna Dine-in/carryout/delivery

708-366-7970 browncowicecream.com Private party room

*Blue Max Coffee

Bruegger’s Bagels

26 Lathrop Ave., Forest Park 708-366-9224 Breakfast and lunch; features homeroasted coffee

1118 Lake St., Oak Park 708-434-5779 brueggers.com Bakery; breakfast and lunch

Boss Burrito

Bua Hana

1110 Westgate, Oak Park 708-660-9522 Mexican Dine-in/carryout

7330 Madison St., Forest Park 708-488-0480 buahana.com Japanese/Thai Sushi bar

Boston Market 7211 Lake St., River Forest 708-771-0455 bostonmarket.com Chicken, ham, turkey, fish and meatloaf dinners; sandwiches Dine-in/carryout

Brown Cow Ice Cream Parlor 7347 Madison, Forest Park

Buona Beef 7025 North Ave., Oak Park 708-383-1800 buona.com Sandwiches, soup, salads, pizza

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Restaurants Burgers, hand-cut fries, shakes

Family dining Breakfast and lunch; sandwiches, seafood, chicken, beef

Buzz Cafe 905 S. Lombard Ave., Oak Park 708-524-2899 thebuzzcafe.com Community-oriented cafe offering sandwiches, soups, salads, meals, desserts; organic, gluten-free and vegan choices; Sun. brunch; live music; hosts special events Dine-in/carryout

Denny’s 711 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 708-386-6964 dennys.com Family dining

DiNico’s Pizza & Gelato 6627 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn 708-749-9900 dinicospizza.com Italian Appetizers, salads, soups, sandwiches, pizza, gelato, frozen yogurt Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Caffe de Luca 7427 Madison, Forest Park 708-366-9200 caffedeluca.com Italian Steaks, seafood, pasta, pizza; full bar; weekend brunch; outdoor deck and patio.

Dino’s Pizzeria 132 Madison St., Oak Park 708-445-9911 dinospizzeriaoakpark.com Pizza, chicken, pasta, salads, wings Dine-in/carryout/delivery

*Carnivore 1042 Pleasant St., Oak Park 708-660-1100 carnivoreoakpark.com info@carnivoreoakpark.com Oak Park’s enlightened butcher and fish monger, farm to table meat.

Domino’s Pizza

Chara 733 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-8888 charaoakpark.com Mediterranean Specializing in GreekTurkish- and Spanish-influenced entrees; craft beers and extensive wine list Dine-in/carryout/catering

Chicago’s Home of Chicken and Waffles 543 Madison St., Oak Park 708-524-3300 Chicagoshomeofchickenandwaffles.com American, family dining Variety of chicken entrees served with waffles; seafood; live jazz, Thurs.Sat.; BYOB

China Chop Suey 6425 North Ave., Oak Park 708-524-3388 chinachopsuey.com Cantonese/Mandarin Dine-in/carryout/delivery

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Chipotle Mexican Grill

Cozy Corner

1128 Lake St., Oak Park 708-524-8211 chipotle.com Burritos, tacos, salads made with fresh ingredients and respect for the animals, the environment and family farming

138 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708-383-1750 Family dining Popular for breakfasts; offers seniors dineout program Dine-in/carryout

*Cold Stone Creamery 134 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708-383-3400 coldstonecreamery.com Ice cream parlor

*Counter Coffee 7324 W. Madison Forest Park (708) 689-8896 http://www.drinkcountercoffee.com/

*Cucina Paradiso 814 North Blvd., Oak Park 708-848-3434 cucinaoakpark.com Regional Italian Pasta, pizza, seafood, steaks; full bar; daily reduced price specials; patio dining; 2mayToz event catering

Delia’s Kitchen 1034 Lake St., Oak Park 708-358-1300 deliaskitchen.net

329 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-524-8111 dominos.com Carryout/delivery

Dunkin’ Donuts 6820 Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park 708-386-3322 217 Madison St., Oak Park 708-660-9397 dunkindonuts.com Breakfast sandwiches, donuts, coffee

*Eastgate Cafe, Bistro, Books & Gifts 102 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-660-9091 eastgatecafe.net American/European Soup, sandwiches, salads, steaks; beer and wine Live music Sat. night; gift shop; bookstore; catering

Edwardo’s Natural Pizza 6831 North Ave., Oak Park 708-524-2400 edwardos.com Dine-in/carryout/delivery

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Restaurants Erik’s Deli & Catering 107 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-8805 eriks-deli.com American Breakfasts, sandwiches, wraps, salads, burritos, dinner entrees Dine-in/carryout/catering

*Eyrie Restaurant, RMU 708-736-8380 128 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park robertmorris.edu/eyrie Contemporary American Operated by Robert Morris University Meals are prepared and served by university culinary students Lunch Tues.-Sat., 11:30-1:30; dinner Fri. and Sat. 5-9 p.m.; BYOB

*Fat Duck Tavern and Grill 7218 Madison Forest Park (708) 488-1493 http://www.duckfatgrill.com

*Felony Franks 6427 W. North Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 420-5659 http://www.felonyfranks.com

Five Guys Burgers 1115 Lake St., Oak Park 708-358-0856 fiveguys.com American Burgers, hot dogs, fries, free peanuts Dine-in/carryout

*Flat Top Grill 726 Lake St., Oak Park 708-358-8200 flattopgrill.com Asian Create your own stir-fry; full bar

Food Obsession 809 South Blvd., Oak Park 708-763-9935 foodobsession.net

Catering service prepares the meal for your guests in your home; also prepares meals for carryout

Grilled meats, seafood, poultry; full bar

Francesca’s Fiore

315 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park 708-366-3773 fujigrillsushi.com Japanese Sushi, sashimi, teriyaki, tempura, combinations

7407 Madison St., Forest Park 708-771-3063 miafrancesca.com Northern Italian Seafood, meats, pizza, daily specials; full bar Dine-in/carryout/catering

Fresh Café Fitness Formula Club 1114 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-1114 American Healthy wraps, paninis, salads, soups, juices

Fuego Loco Cantina & Salseria 722 Lake St., Oak Park 708-763-0000 fuegoloco.com Mexican

Fuji Grill

Gaetano’s 7636 Madison St., Forest Park 708-366-4010 gaetanos.us Italian/Mediterranean Menu varies; offers three- and four-course prix fixe dinners at $60-$75 per person; full bar; offers cooking classes

George’s Family Restaurant 145 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4949 georgesoakpark.com Family dining Dine-in/carryout

An Oak Park Tradition We believe good food, community and family are the ties that bind, and that the café embodies those ideals wholeheartedly. We specialize in locally sourced, organic, vegan and vegetarian foods as well as fair trade coffees from around the world. Buzz Cafe has become an Oak Park tradition.

A

classic American Bistro setting makes us the

perfect destination for any occasion. Share appetizers with friends, enjoy a relaxed dinner for 2, just a glass of wine or late-night dessert and cappuccino.

Visit thebuzzcafe.com for our menu,weekly specials and events!

RESTAURANT & BAR 151 N. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park • 708/386-2600

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Restaurants Georgian Room

Burgers, sandwiches, fish, shrimp; full bar

Oak Park Arms Retirement Community 408 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-4040 oakparkarms.com Family dining

Grandma Sally’s

Geppetto’s Pizza & Pasta

Grape Leaves

113 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-9200 geppettospizzapasta.com Italian Pizza, pasta, seafood; full bar Dine-in/carryout/catering

Gina’s Italian Ice 6737 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn 708-484-0944 ginasitalianice.com Italian ices and ice cream

Giordano’s 1115 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-386-2223 giordanos.com Pizza, pasta, sandwiches; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Golden Steer Steakhouse 7635 Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 708-771-7798 goldensteersteakhouse.com American Steaks, chops, seafood, ribs, daily specials; full bar

Goldyburgers 7316 Circle Ave., Forest Park 708-366-0750 American

7301 North Ave., River Forest 708-771-2047 Family dining Pancakes, waffles, skillet dishes, burgers, steaks

129 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-5555 grapeleaves.us Middle Eastern Kabobs, shawarma, falafel, baba ghannouj, baklava; BYOB Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Great American Bagel 7230 North Ave., Elmwood Park 708-453-4646 greatamericanbagel.com Bagels, breakfast, soup, sandwiches

Happiness 6222 Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park 708-383-2266 happinesschineserestaurant.com Chinese Carryout/delivery

Hemmingway’s Bistro 211 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-524-0806 hemmingwaysbistro.com French/American Duck a l’orange, Beef Wellington, seafood, steak frites, extensive wine list; full bar

Hole in the Wall 901 1/2 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park

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Five Guys Restaurant 708-848-9910 Ice cream parlor Soft-serve, custard, frozen yogurt; open during summer months

Il Vicolo Trattoria 116 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-5801 Traditional Italian Steaks, chicken, veal, pasta, pizza; full bar

Ino’s Tacos 7100 Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park 708-763-9571 Mexican Dine-in/carryout/delivery

International House of Pancakes 6501 North Ave., Oak Park 708-386-1282 ihop.com Family dining

Kids menu, senior specials

J&J Fish & Chicken 6317 W. North Ave., Oak Park 708-383-1137 319 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park 708-209-1515 Fish, shrimp, chicken, sandwiches Carryout

*Jamaican Grill 10 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-660-9840 Jerk chicken, oxtails, rib tips, curried goat and catfish Carryout/delivery

Jerusalem Cafe 1030 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-7734 jerusalemcafe-oakpark.com Mediterranean Kabobs, shawarma, falafel, fruit smoothies Dine-in/carryout/catering

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Restaurants Jimmy John’s

to customers seated at the counter

709 Lake St., Oak Park 708-763-0569 350 Circle Ave., Forest Park 708-488-9070 jimmyjohns.com American Subs and clubs Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Kaleidoscoops 1025 Lake St., Oak Park 708-715-4949 kalscoops.com Ice cream parlor

Katy’s Dumpling House 1113 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-9888 hutongcafe.com Thai/Asian fusion Famous for noodle dishes Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Jimmy’s Place 7411 Madison St., Forest Park 708-771-7476 jimmysplaceforestpark.com Italian Steaks, seafood, pasta, pizza; full bar Dine-in/carryout/catering

Johnny’s Beef 7500 North Ave., Elmwood Park 708-452-6000 Italian Beef and sausage sandwiches, hot dogs, Italian ices Dine-in/carryout

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Katy’s Dumpling House on Lake Street.

Juice Joint

Junction Diner

Good Earth Greenhouse 7900 Madison Ave., River Forest 708-771-5181 Organic juices, smoothies, breakfast items, coffee

7401 Madison St., Forest Park 708-771-5276 thejunctiondiner.com American Sandwiches, wraps, burgers, salads; the junction express model train delivers food

Kentucky Fried Chicken 316 Madison St., Oak Park 708-386-4770 kfc.com Dine-in/carryout

Kevil’s 7228 Circle Ave., Forest Park 708-488-8683 American

MacArthur’s Restaurant Fine Southern Cuisine

5412 W. Madison • 773/261-2316 • fax. 773/261-6125 • www.macarthursrestaurant.com

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Oak Park FarMerS Far arM Mer Market Oak Park Farmers Market is a popular place on Saturday mornings between the months of May and October. Founded in 1976, the market offers high quality, locally grown produce along with scrumptious donuts and live bluesgrass music.

165 furthest vendor travels

miles

from Cuba City, WI

27 5 vendors

have been with the market for at least 25 years!

The Donuts... can you pick your favorite!?!

powdered?

plain?

cinnamon?

500 t-shirts, mugs, and canvas bags sold!

ears of corn served at the market’s corn roast event...

850

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Restaurants labellapasteria.com Southern Italian Steaks, seafood, veal, pizza, pasta; full bar

*Khyber Pass 1031 Lake St., Oak Park 708-445-9032 khyberpassrestaurant.com Indian Seafood, lamb, chicken, house specialties; full bar

La Majada Express 7601 Lake St., River Forest 708-771-5720 la-majadaexpress.com Mexican grill Tacos fajitas, enchiladas; full bar

Kinderhook Tap 800 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-434-0373 kinderhooktap.com American Pub food, burgers, chicken, salads, organic and vegetarian items; full bar

King and I 105 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708-383-2975 kingandioakpark.com Thai Dine-in/carryout/delivery

King Chop Suey 210 Lake St., Oak Park

*Lake Street Kitchen + Bar File

Eyrie Restaurant, RMU 708-383-9985 Chinese Carryout/delivery

Indian Seafood, lamb, poultry, karhai stir fry, Tandoori grill, daily specials; full bar Dine-in/carryout/catering

*Klay Oven

*Live Fresko 136 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-434-5255 livefresko.com Greek yogurt, juices, smoothies, coffee, tea

LaBella Pasteria

734 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-3999 klayovenrestaurantoakpark.com

1101 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-5253 lakestreetkitchenbar.com Eclectic American Small plates, large plate dinners, paninis, flatbreads; full bar

1103 South Blvd., Oak Park 708-524-0044

Overlooking the Garfield Park lagoons, we feature a menu of regional American cuisine with southern and soul food influences.

• Located just around the corner from the renowned Garfield Park Conservatory.

• Ample free parking in our lot and on Lake Street.

• Close to the Central Park Green Line stop Hours

Monday & Tuesday Closed for training.

Wednesday - Friday 11am - 9pm All-Day Menu

Saturday 10am - 3pm Brunch 3pm - 9pm Dinner Sunday 10am - 3pm Brunch

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Restaurants The Little Gem Restaurant

Mama Thai

189 N. Marion, Oak Park thegemrestaurant.com 708-383-1551 Modern American/European Lunch, brunch, dinner, outdoor, late night plates Fine wine, craft beer, live Jazz Afternoon tea

1112 Madison St., Oak Park 708-386-0100 mamathai.com Noodles, curries, traditional Thai dishes Dine-in/carryout/delivery

*Mancini’s Pizza Pasta Cafe

Long John Silver’s 123 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park 708-771-4054 ljsilvers.com Fish, chicken, sandwiches Dine-in/carryout

*Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria 1038 Lake St., Oak Park 708-358-0800 Italian/American loumalnatis.com Chicago-style deep dish pizza, pasta, sandwiches; full bar

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Poor Phil’s Bar and Grill

Louie’s Grill 7422 Madison St., Forest Park 708-488-8889 American diner Breakfast, lunch, early dinner Dine-in/carryout

Luo’s Peking House 113 N. Marion St., Oak Park

Weekday Specials:

Kids Eat Free on Monday, Two For One Pizza Night on Tuesday & Senior (60+) Discount Night - 20% Off every Wednesday Delicious Weekly Dinner and Wine Specials

225 Harrison Street • Oak Park, IL 60304 708-358-8555 • www.trattoria225.com follow us on facebook @ Trattoria 225 Oak Park, IL

708-386-3055 oakparkluospekinghouse.com Chinese Traditional dishes; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout/delivery

*Madison Park Kitchen 7525 W. Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 689-8607 http://www.mp-kitchen.com

1111 Lake St., Oak Park 708-445-9700 mancinispizzapastacafe.com Italian Steaks, seafood, pasta, pizza; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Margaritas 804 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-3386 margaritasoakpark.com Mexican Traditional dishes; full bar

*Marion Street Cheese Market 100 S. Marion St., Oak Park

la tin fusi on cui s i ne outdoor pat i o c re a tive cockt ai l s priva te par t i es sunda y br unch live m us i c maya del sol 144 s oak park ave | 708.358.9800 | www.mayadelsol.com

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Restaurants

OAK PARKRIVER FOREST FOOD PANTRY 848 Lake St. |Oak Park | (708) 386-1324

The Oak Park-River Forest Food Pantry focuses its food procurement on products that are protein-rich and nutrient dense. In the past fiscal year, 92 percent of the food the pantry actively procured (not counting donations from food drives) fell into one of these healthful categories.

Item donated:

Nutritious groceries

Produce

Meat

Dairy

Provided food for:

45,959 people in 16,063 families within 12 zip codes

1 in 6

Americans struggle with hunger

$175,000 Value of donated hours

1 in 4

1,700 +

Families with children are food insecure

hours of volunteer time

6625 W. Roosevelt, Berwyn • 708.637.4424 • Delivery & Catering Available $5 Lunch Special Every Day, 11am-4pm!

Daily Specials!

Monday

Wednesday

50 cent Boneless Wings

50 cent Wings

From the Mix & Match menu

From the Mix & Match menu Regular or Boneless $2 Domestic Beers

Tuesday

Free Fresh Cut Fries w/ Wing purchase from the Mix & Match menu

OPEN 7 DAYS 11AM-MIDNIGHT

Thursday

99 cent Boss Bites and $3 Imported Beers

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Restaurants Noodles & Company 7215 Lake St., River Forest 708-488-9040 noodles.com American/Asian/Mediterranean Noodles, salads, sandwiches; beer and wine

Number One Chop Suey 242 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-445-1177 Oakparkno1chopsuey.com Cantonese/Mandarin Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Oberweis Dairy 124 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-660-1350 oberweisdairy.com Ice cream parlor and dairy store File 2015

Valentino “Tino” Ganacias serves customers out of his food truck, The 206.

708-725-7200 marionstreetcheesemarket.com American bistro and market Small and large plate selections; wine bar and microbrews; gourmet groceries; local farm products and gift baskets

*Maya del Sol 144 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-358-9800 mayadelsol.com Latin fusion Steaks, seafood, ceviche, weekly specials; full bar Dine-in/catering

*McDonald’s mcdonalds.com 111 Madison St., Oak Park 708-763-8186 626 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest 708-771-5189 420 S. Desplaines Ave., Forest Park 708-488-0146 Burgers, salads, breakfast

Michael’s Beef House 6747 North Ave., Oak Park 708-848-8080 Beef, burgers, hot dogs Dine-in/carryout

Mickey’s Gyros & Ribs 525 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 708-848-3333 Ribs, sandwiches, burgers, shrimp Dine-in/carryout

Mom’s Place 819 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park 708-771-6668 Family dining Burgers, seafood, pasta, ribs

Munch

708-383-1625 newpotsagano.com Thai Noodles, curries, traditional dishes, vegetarian selections Dine-in/carryout/delivery

New Rebozo Restaurant 1116 Madison St., Oak Park 708-445-0370 newrebozo.com Mexican Gourmet menu, steak, chicken, shrimp; full bar

104 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708-848-4226 munchrestaurant.net American Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free sandwiches, wraps, meals; BYOB

New Star Restaurant

*Native Foods

Nick’s Pizza & Beef

7343 Lake Street, River Forest 708-689-4777 nativefoods.com Chef-crafted vegan from all countries and cultures

New Pot Rice & Noodles 727 Lake St., Oak Park

7444 North Ave., Elmwood Park 708-453-8242 newstarrestaurant.com Chinese Szechuan selections; full bar Dine-in/carryout/delivery, catering

330 Madison St., Oak Park 708-386-8200 nickspizzabeef.com Italian/American Sandwiches, pizza, ribs, barbecue Dine-in/carryout/delivery/catering

*Old School Tavern and Grill 201 Desplaines Ave., Forest Park 708-771-3663 oldschooltag.com Sandwiches, beef, pork and chicken entrees, craft beers; full bar

Old World Pizza 7230 North Ave., Elmwood Park 708-456-3000 fatrickys.com Deep dish pizza, sandwiches, subs Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Olive or Twist 6906 Windsor Ave., Berwyn 708-484-1808 oliveortwist.com Martini bar/restaurant Full dinner menu; 36 unique martinis, microbrews

*Onion Roll 6935 North Ave., Oak Park 708-383-2548 Kosher style deli Bagels, lox, chopped liver Dine-in/carryout

Original Pancake House 7255 Madison St., Forest Park 708-771-5411 originalpancakehouse.com Family dining Pancakes, waffles, crepes, eggs

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Beer, music, and food. What could be better than that? Oak Park’s Annual Brew Festival is the place to go for suds and fun.

Downtown Oak Park on Marion Street, Saurday, August 15

8

at least

BYTHENUMBERS

Oak Park’s annual micrObrew festival

local restaurants will offer their delectable food at the event!

5,000 attendees

at least

80 strings will be plucked during the event

over

200

plastic water bottles are served. Instead, the event offers continuously refreshed serve-yourself water coolers using reusable beer tasting glasses.

unique beers

30

74 unique breweries

Replicale beers (brewers brew from the same recicipe)

10

11

toters of compostables

toters of recyclables

collected at the event were hauled away by Waste Management, which implements the curbside composting collection service in Oak Park.

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Restaurants Panera Bread 7349 Lake St., River Forest 708-714-3140 panerabread.com Bakery/cafe Breads, pastries, sandwiches, pastas, soup, salad, deserts Dine-in/carryout

*Papaspiros 728 Lake St. Oak Park 708-358-1700 agoraoakpark.com Greek/American dining and gastro pub Traditional Greek selections; full bar

Parky’s Hot Dogs 329 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park 708-366-3090 Hot dogs, burgers, fries, tamales

File 2015

Sonia Flores, owner of Parky’s Hot Dogs, customizes a hot dog.

Penny’s Noodle Shop 1130 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-660-1300 pennysnoodleshop.com Asian Dine-in/carryout/delivery/catering

Pete’s Red Hots 6346 Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park 708-383-6122 Hot dogs, burgers, Italian beef, gyros, rib tips

Petersen’s Ice Cream 1100 Chicago Ave., Oak Park 708-386-6131 petersenicecream.com Ice cream parlor operating since 1919

*Piggyback Barbeque 410 Circle Ave., Forest Park 708-669-9744 piggybacktavern.com American Everything barbeque and more, downstairs “Speakeasy”; full bar

*Poor Phil’s Bar & Grill 139 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-848-0871 poorphils.com American Wide seafood selection, including oyster bar, steak, chicken, burgers; full bar

Popeye’s 610 Madison St., Oak Park

708-524-1022 popeyes.com Louisiana fried chicken, shrimp, catfish Dine-in/carryout

Portillo’s 7740 Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 708-383-7557 portillos.com American Beef sandwiches, hot dogs, chili, desserts Dine-in/carryout/catering

smoothies, shakes Dine-in/carryout/catering

Prairie Bread Kitchen 103 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708-445-1234 prairiebreadkitchen.com oakpark.com/PrairieBread Bakery/deli Sandwiches, soups, salads; bakery items baked daily Dine-in/carryout/catering

Potbelly Sandwich Shop 1100 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-1395 potbelly.com American Breakfast, sandwiches, soup, salads,

Puree’s Pizza 1023 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-4949 pureespizzaandpasta.com

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Restaurants Soup, salads, wraps, pasta, pizza Dine-in/carryout/delivery/catering

Red Hen Bread 736 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-7360 redhenbread.com Bakery/cafe Artisan breads, pastries, sandwiches, soup, quiches, coffee

Robinson’s #1 Ribs 940 Madison St., Oak Park 708-383-8452 rib1.com Barbecue; BYOB Dine-in/carryout/catering

Russell’s BBQ 1621 N. Thatcher Ave. Elmwood Park 708-453-7065 russellsbarbeque.com Barbecue; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout/catering

Sagano Sushi 731 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-2766 Japanese Maki, sashimi, sushi; full bar Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Saigon Pho 7237 Madison St., Forest Park 708-689-0389 Vietnamese Soup, sandwiches, traditional dishes Dine-in/carryout

Salerno’s Pizza & Pasta 7128 Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park 708-383-1500 salernospizza.com American/Italian Ribs, veal, chicken, pasta, pizza Dine-in/carryout/catering

Sarpino’s Pizzeria 6526 North Ave., Chicago 773-622-2262 gosarpinos.com American/Italian Pasta, sandwiches, pizza Carryout/delivery

First-rate dining destination” Chicago Sun-Times

Scratch Kitchen & Lounge

7445 Madison St., Forest Park 708-689-8427 scratchfp.com American pub Sandwiches, burgers, spuds, mac & cheese; full bar

Sen Sushi Bar 814 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-4400 sensushibar.com Japanese Maki, sashimi, sushi; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout/delivery

*Serenitea Tea Cafe 1046 Pleasant, Oak Park 708-660-9670 sereneteaoakpark.com Tea, desserts, including afternoon tea Hours: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Tues.-Sun.

*7 Sandwich Shop 1053 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-6900 7sandwitchshop.com Sandwitches, soups, salad, sweets

Shanahan’s Creole Restaurant & Irish Bar 7353 Madison, Forest Park 708-366-0775 shanahanscreole.com Classic creole dishes, monthly Cajun festivals, weekend brunch; full bar Dine-in/catering

Skrine Chops 7230 Madison, Forest Park 708-771-7230 skrinechops.com Pork chops, steaks, chicken, barbeque; full bar

Starbucks 7201 Lake St., River Forest 708-488-8596 711 Lake St., Oak Park 708-660-9357 starbucks.com Coffee by the cup or bulk Sandwiches, pastries Dine-in/carryout

A Classic Bistro with American Influences

Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily & Champagne Sunday Brunch with Live Jazz

··

· Live Jazz & discounted Martinis every Wednesday ·

1 1/2 lb

MAINE LOBSTER

$28.95 Every

Monday & Tuesday

· Full service bar & wine list · Daily specials

211 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302

(located in the Write Inn, steps away from Hemingway’s birthplace)

708.524.0806

www.hemmingwaysbistro.com

Celebrating 13 years of Fun & Friendship at your local watering hole

on Madison

St.

• Home of the Hugh Burger • Craft Beers • Great Salads • Daily Drink & Sandwich Specials • Spectacular College & Pro Sports Coverage • Available for Private Parties

7244 W. Madison St. • Forest Park

708-366-6667 osullivanspublichouse.net

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Restaurants *Starship Subs 7618 Madison St., Forest Park 708-771-3016 starshiprestaurant.com Sandwiches, soup, salads Dine-in/carryout/delivery

Submarine Tender 200 Desplaines Ave., Forest Park 708-366-4690 Subs, burgers, gyros, fries Carryout

Subway 1000 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-5916 208 Lake St., Oak Park 708-386-1911 321 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park 708-366-2635 7328 Madison St., Forest Park 708-488-9486 subway.com Breakfast sandwiches, subs, salads Dine-in/carryout

Sushi House 1107 Lake St., Oak Park 708-660-8899 mysushihouse.com Japanese Maki, sashimi, sushi; full bar; live music, Fri. and Sat.

Szechwan Beijing 1107 South Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-8986 szechwanbeijing.com Szechwan, Cantonese, Hunan, Mandarin, Japanese Traditional Asian dishes plus separate

sushi and healthy delights menus; full bar Dine-in/carryout/delivery

T.G.I. Friday’s 401 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 708-445-8249 tgifridays.com American Steaks, chicken, pasta, sandwiches; full bar, Wed. $3 martini

Taco Bell 7510 Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 708-771-8870 tacobell.com Mexican

File 2015

Tyiesha Henley puts together a Felony Franks Misdemeanor Wiener.

*Trattoria 225

*Winberie’s

7232 Madison St., Forest Park 708-689-8077 tapas7232.com Spanish Small plates, empanadas, plantains; live jazz and poetry readings; full bar

225 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-358-8555 trattoria225.com Italian Steaks, pasta, wood-fired pizza, organic selections, al fresco dining; beer and wine Dine-in/carryout

151 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-386-2600 winberies.com American Steaks, chicken, seafood, pasta; full bar

*Taste of Brasil

Trattoria Peppino

906 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-383-3550 tasteofbrasilcafe.com Brazilian Beef and seafood dishes, soups, desserts, smoothies Dine-in/carryout

7440 North Ave., Elmwood Park 708-453-2155 peppinotrattoria.com Italian Steaks, seafood, ribs, pasta, daily specials; full bar Dine-in/carryout/delivery

7600 Madison St., Forest Park 708-488-9100 yilinsuchi.com Japanese/Chinese Beef, chicken, seafood, sushi, maki

Tasty Dog

Wendy’s

708 Lake St., Oak Park 708-383-2645 Hot dogs, burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, ice cream Dine-in/carryout

11 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park 708-383-2748 wendys.com Breakfast, burgers, sandwiches, salads

Tapas 7232

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River Forest Chocolates

Yilin

Yum Thai 7748 Madison St., Forest Park 708-366-8888 Dine-in/carryout/delivery

*

For more Restaurant Resources, visit the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce business listings on page 139.

“We make life a little bit sweeter” Known for our buttery English Toffee, creamy Sea Salt Caramels and rich “River Forest Tortoise” • Corporate Gifts • Table Favors • Weddings • Celebration Trays Retail hours Monday-Friday 11-5 • Saturday 10-5

708-203-9337

www.mbfinancial.com 1.888.i bank mb (1.888.422.6562) Member FDIC

7577 Lake Street, River Forest (corner of Lake & Lathrop)

Riverforestchocolcates@gmail.com

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Seniors *Accolade Adult Day Services 112 S. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park 708-445-1300 Nonprofit service of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago. Provides cost-effective care for older adults who require daytime supervision. Seniors participate in various activities, including field trips, allowing them to socialize with others.

Subsidies are available for clients who qualify.

ageoptions.org Nonprofit organization connects older adults with communitybased resources such as in-home care, adult day care, nutritious meals, advocacy and intervention to prevent fraud, abuse and neglect.

*Caring Transitions of LaGrange - Oak Park 436 S. Lombard Avenue Suite 1S Oak Park 630-853-0992 http://EstateMoveLaGrange.com

*Celebrating Seniors Coalition 410 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park 708-386-3133

File

Audrey Warnimont Brown paints or sketches every day at Bethesda Retirement Center in Chicago. The longtime Oak Park Art League member had watercolor paintings on exhibit at a gallery in Elmhurst.

*Home Instead Senior Care

Lifelong Learning Center

6901 W. North Ave., Suite 1F, Oak Park 708-524-9814 homeinstead.com

Senior Citizens Center 414 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park 708-848-5251 sccoprf.org

Provides in-home senior care and companionship to help seniors live independently in their own homes.

*Interim Healthcare 100 W. Industrial Dr., #124 Elmhurst 888-880-4686 http://www.interimhealthcare.com

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*Animal Care League 1011 Garfield St., Oak Park 708-848-8155 www.animalcareleague.org Executivedirectoranimalcareleague.com Animal shelter housing lost, stray, abandoned, and surrendered animals. Open for adoptions 5 days a week. Dogs, cats, and bunnies. Low cost spay/neuter clinic offers vaccinations, microchipping, annual shots.

Cluster Tutoring Program 5460 W. Augusta Blvd., Chicago 773-378-5530 clustertutoring.org Supported by the Community of Congregations. An opportunity for members of the Oak Park/ River Forest/Austin community to become involved in an important one-on-one volunteer mission. Each tutor is matched with a student. Working together throughout the school year allows time to develop a significant relationship, preparing the student for a more successful academic career.

Community Mental Health Board 1010 Lake St., Suite 616 Oak Park 708-358-8855 oakparktownship.org Local resources to enhance the mental and developmental health of residents with disabilities.

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Getting to know ‌ Thomas Ebsen Oak Park Fire Chief How long have you lived/ worked in Oak Park?

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My parents decided to live in Oak Park after World War II. My father grew up in Maywood and my mother in Elmhurst, but after the war, my dad heard that the Oak Park Fire Department was hiring, so he applied and started with the department in 1950. They bought a house on Home Avenue, and I came along right after being born at West Suburban Hospital.

I started on the Oak Park Fire Department in 1980 and from day one realized that this was my calling in life. Thirtysome years later I am still loving what I do, and along the way raised three great children in Oak Park, lived in two different houses, belonged to two different church congregations, numerous clubs, and spent countless hours at Oak Park parks watching or coaching youth sports.

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Social Services Community Response 225 Harrison St., Oak Park 708-386-3383 708-383-8060 communityresources.net Meets the needs of people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS on the West Side of Chicago and in the western Cook County suburbs.

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Easter Seals of Metropolitan Chicago Willett Employment and Training Center 120 Madison St., Oak Park 708-524-8700 eastersealschicago.org Offers a variety of services for people with disabilities and other special needs. The Oak Park location provides Youth and Adult Services and Military and Veterans Support Services.

Economy Shop 103 S. Grove Ave., Oak Park 708-383-2449 economyshop.org Founded in 1919. Volunteers sort, price, shelve and sell a variety of donated merchandise benefiting the following local charities: Day Nursery of OP-RF, Children’s Clinic of the Infant Welfare Society, Thrive Counseling Center of OP-RF, Hephzibah Children’s Association, Senior Citizens Center of OP-RF, the Animal Care League and the OP-RF Food Pantry. Each of these charities staffs a department in the shop.

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Guardianship Services Associates 41 #A South Blvd., Oak Park 708-386-5398 Provides counseling information, referrals, legal assistance and guardianship for those in need, as well as assistance regarding durable powers of attorney

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*Hephzibah Children’s Association 946 North Blvd., Oak Park 708-649-7119 cedaorg.net/www2/CFDS.html 1144 Lake St., Oak Park 708-649-7100 Ages: 3-5 yrs. hephzibahhome.org Hephzibah provides services each year for over 1,000 individuals in Oak Park, River Forest, Chicago, Suburban Cook County, and the state of Illinois. Our current internationally recognized programs include: ■ Group Homes: our Diagnostic Treatment Center and Residence provide a safe place for children ages 3-12 to heal from past trauma. 2011 marked the 25th anniversary of our Group Homes. Hephzibah operates the only diagnostic treatment center in the state for children 3-12 years old.

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Infant Welfare Society Children’s Clinic 320 Lake St., Oak Park 708-848-0528 childrenscliniciws.org OP-RF Infant Welfare Society began in 1916 as a volunteerbased community organization.

The clinic serves thousands of underserved children from 50 Cook County west suburban communities and Chicago, delivering dental, medical and behavioral health services to children from infancy to age 18. Volunteers welcome.

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This walk-in ministry, located in the rear of First United Church of Oak Park, provides immediate and compassionate response to individuals and families facing financial crisis and offers them supportive services leading to future stability.

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Thrive Counseling Center and Rosecrance 120 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-383-7500 thrivecc.org Thrive is a nonprofit social service and mental health agency providing counseling, psychiatric and prevention/education programs to men, women, youth and families. The mental health center offers a broad range of services: 24-hour crisis and emergency services, comprehensive assessment and counseling for at-risk adolescents; community education; prevention and risk

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Rosecrance provides residential programs for alcohol, marijuana, cocaine, heroin, prescription drug and opiate addictions. Their office at Thrive is a substance abuse assessment and consultation office. Call 815-387-5615 for more information about or appointments with Rosecrance.

Triton College RSVP Volunteer Program Robert Collins Building, Suite 221 2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove 708-456-0300, ext. 3603 or 3835 triton.edu/community/rsvp Unique nationwide volunteer program, sponsored locally by Triton College. Active adults are encouraged to use their talents and experience to serve their community. RSVP members may serve on a monthly or weekly basis. Hours are flexible, averaging 1-4 hours weekly.

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Fathers Who CareCare is a non-profit Fathers Who

organization that promotes a myriad of programs and initiatives supporting the wellness and development of responsible fathers, families and youth initiatives within the West Garfield Park community.

FWC is the lead agency for the Illinois Violence Prevention Initiative to address violence prevention through its Safety Net Works Program. FWC colloboratively works with community based organizations, youth advocates, law enforcement, public servants, faithbased and educational institutions to identify and mobilize local resources and community participation to achieve violence prevention and youth development strategies Community residents are invited to join the West Garfield Park Stakeholder's coalition meeting to address ways to make our community a "Violence-Free Zone."

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Who We Are Fathers Who Care Safety Net Works Youth Leadership Council engages their peers in leadership development, violence prevention activities and events as well as promotes non-violence lifestyles through a variety of ways.

• Weekly Youth Council Meetings every Monday at 4:30pm • Youth-Led Community Events, Community Healing, Youth Townhalls & Summits • Youth leadership committees tackling issues, strategies and fundraising opportunities for their community.

• Youth-Led weekly CAN-TV Show on Channel 21 • Recreational Activities • Youth College Tours & Scholarships

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Social Services providing food, nutrition, housing, case management and prevention services. The agency provides a lifeline of wrap-around services at five Chicago-area locations, including Oak Park, that rebuild and stabilizes lives.

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United Way of DuPage/ West Cook 1000 Jorie Blvd., Suite 360, Oak Brook 630-645-6339 uw-mc.org Part of a network of support for Live United 2020, a 10-year plan for the region. Raises funds to

support service programs serving an increasingly diverse population. Volunteers welcome.

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Provides outpatient and residential treatment services for men and women with alcohol or substance abuse and gambling problems.

Must be 19 or older and meet the diagnostic criteria for psychoactive substance abuse disorder or compulsive gambling and have a history of successful completion of a medical detoxification program. Must have the ability and willingness to maintain full-time employment and not have a history of chronic violent behavior.

West Cook Volunteer Center 255 S. Marion St., Oak Park 708-434-0204 Connecting agencies, volunteers and community. Located in the West Cook YMCA.

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Chamber listings ADVERTISING, MARKETING & MEDIA

10 Shapes Design LLC 45 Thatcher Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 262-8600 http://www.10shapes.com

Chris Guillen Photography 7451 Madison St #2 Forest Park IL 60130 (708) 488-1824 http://www.chrisguillen.com

High-quality graphic design & web design services, incl. branding, stationery, logo dev., promotional materials & web design.

Children and Family portraiture. Serving Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, Riverside, Chicago and the world. Life is short. . . take the time to Capture Life.

Aggrego

Ebert Studio

1340 Marengo Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130 312 505 5633

227 South Marion Street Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-6222 http://www.ebertstudio.com

http://www.aggrego.com Aggrego is building the future of community media.

Around Oak Park Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 628-7901 http://aroundoakpark.com News, People and Events Around Oak Park.

Chicago PhotoPress 1130 S. Cuyler Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (312) 462-4263 http://www.chicagophotopress. com Chicago PhotoPress is a corporate, event, small business, group/team and sports photography business.

Chicago Tribune 505 Northwest Ave. Northlake, IL 60164 (773) 858-4084 http://www.tribunemediagroup. com/ Your source for Chicago breaking news, sports, business, entertainment, weather and traffic.

Guarnery Communications 6436 Roosevelt Rd., #314 Oak Park, IL 60304 (312) 342-4432 http://www.guarnery.com

Creative communications firm that serves the marketing communications needs of small businesses and agencies.

Headshot Gurus 721 South Boulevard Oak Park, IL 60302 (312) 860-8571 http://headshotgurus.com

inPresence LLC

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159 S Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (312) 833-2848 http://www.inpresence.us

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Inside Edge PR & Media Services 1040 North Blvd., Ste. 250 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 860-1380 http://www.InsideEdgePR.com

We help clients gain exposure, develop expert reputations, and, most

1114 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-7446 http://www.itsasign.net Full service signs and graphics - design, production, installation.

ITS Marketing NOW 725 S. Euclid Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 312-898-4836

http://www.itsmarketingnow. com Figuring out how to market your organization or business can be intimidating. ITS Marketing Now can help. Call us today.

Jenny Shepherd Public Relations 806 Columbian Ave Oak Park, IL 60302 (312)919-4804 http://www.jennyshepherdpr. com A public relations consultancy with a

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MeTech Designs 209 S. Oak Park Ave. #304 Oak Park, Illinois 60302 312-590-0903 https://www.facebook.com/ metechdesigns

Minuteman Press of Oak Park 6949 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-4940

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Chamber Listings http://www.oakpark.minutemanpress. com

(312) 994-4000 http://www.flwright.org

Money Mailer of Chicago West

Lake Theatre - Classic Cinemas

4150 Vernon Ave. Brookfield, IL 60513 (708) 800-8415

1022 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-9088 http://www.classiccinemas.com

Public tours and programs at the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio, Unity Temple, The Rookery, Robie House and Bach House.

Design your own business cards or other business forms using our design software. Want help doing it? We design too!

Money Mailer helps businesses grow by helping them attract new customers and building customer loyalty.

Name On Anything.com 23W328 Great Western Ave. Glen Ellyn, IL 60137 630-545-2642 http://www.nameonanything.com

A� rating from BBB. Promotional products, decorated apparel, print, signs.

Check our online calendar for monthly specials!

Printing Store, Inc. 621 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-3638 http://www.theprintingstore.com

We can help you with your Graphic Design, Offset Printing, Digital Printing, Posters, Banners, Bindery and Mailing Services.

Sign Express 900 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 524-8811 http://SignExpressOP.com

Provider of signs, print and speciality advertising items for over 23 years. Indoor and outdoor signage of all types.

Sonya Gilbert Photography 210 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7042 http://www.sgilbertphoto.com

Uniquely artistic, technically elegant photography.

Tori Soper Photography 825 Beloit Ave., 2nd Floor

Designed by world-renowned architect Thomas Lamb, the Lake is a prime example of art deco style. Call for movie times.

Forest Park, Il 60130 773-315-1350 http://www.torisoper.com Chicago commercial photographer specializing in editorial & corporate assignments event coverage, conventions & trade shows.

Wednesday Journal, Inc 143 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-8300 http://www.oakpark.com Publisher of Wednesday Journal, Forest Park Review, Austin Weekly News and oakpark.com.

Both print & online marketing options to expand your business.

Wilkinson Design 124 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 660-8100 http://www.wilkinsondesign.com Marketing, Graphic Design and Web Design Services.

ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT

Arts Center 200 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 366-3981 http://www.artscenteroakpark.com Auditorium seats 650, audio system, grand piano, ideal for meetings, lectures, recitals, concerts.

Cheney Mansion

Madison Street Theatre

220 N. Euclid Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 725-2500 http://www.cheneymansion.com

1010 W. Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (312) 282-1750 http://www.mstoakpark.com/

Historic Mansion owned by the Park District of Oak Park. Situated on 2.2 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds.

We are proud of our commitment to provide audiences with the highest quality artistic work; to create and to celebrate.

Creativita

Not for Baby Boomers Only

7502 1/2 Madison Street Forest Park, Illinois 60130 3123432149 http://www.creativitaforestpark.com

615 South Blvd., Unit A Oak Park IL 60302 (773) 817-1232

A painting party place where creativity rules!

Downtown Oak Park 1010 Lake St., Ste. 114 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-4145 http://www.downtownoakpark.net Shopping/Retail

Ernest Hemingway Foundation of OP 200 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-2222 http://www.EHFOP.org The Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park operates the Hemingway museum and Hemingway birthplace.

Frank Lloyd Wright Trust 209 S. LaSalle St., Ste. 118 Chicago, IL 60604

We are the premier disc jockey service for corporate and recreational events in Chicagoland, especially the Western suburbs.

Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-9853 http://www.oakparkartleague.org

Oak Park Conservatory 615 Garfield Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 725-2400 http://www.oakparkconservatory.com

Oak Park Festival Theatre P. O. Box 4114 Oak Park, IL 60303 (708) 445-4440 http://www.oakparkfestival.com

The oldest professional theatre in the midwest devoted to performance of the classics outdoors and in.

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Chamber Listings OperaGram.com® P.O. Box 6954 River Forest, IL 60305 (312) 212-3482 http://www.OperaGram.com

OperaGram.com® delivers operatic singing telegrams by phone, online video and in person.

Perfect for any special occasion.

Pleasant Home Foundation 217 S. Home Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-2654 http://www.pleasanthome.org

Pleasant Home is open for guided tours, provides community programs and is available for meeting and special event rental.

Pro Musica Youth Chorus P.O. Box 2082 Oak Park, IL 60303-2082 (708) 383-1971 http://www.promusicayouthchorus.org

Pro Musica Youth Chorus focuses on high quality vocal music

education & unique performance opportunities for young adults.

Skyzone Trampoline Park 325 W. Lake Street Elmhurst IL 60126

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Symphony of Oak Park & River Forest

Oak Park, IL 60303 (708) 218-2648 http://www.symphonyoprf.com Community orchestra.

P.O. Box 3564

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Larry Williams • State Farm Agent Providing Insurance and Financial Services Larry and his staff are licensed and together have over 75 years of State Farm experience.

(773) 379-9009 • (773) 379-9010 fax (773) 379-0323 5932 W. Lake St., Chicago, Illinois 60644 Email: larry.williams.b0bk@statefarm.com • www.statefarm.com Office Hours: Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–6 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

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Chamber Listings Unity Temple Restoration Foundation 875 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-8873 http://www.utrf.org Restoration of Unity Temple has begun! Tours will be suspended for the restoration and will resume in 2017.

Party Rental Facilities

• Proksa Park accommodates up to 75 people.

Tables, chairs, and a kitchen area included in the fees.

• Liberty Cultural Center accommodates up to 225, tables and chairs included. Full kitchen, stage, and separate side room all available for additional fees.

Huge lighted parking lot.

Both locations have heat/ac.

Call 708-788-1701 or 708-795-2892 Find more info on our website: www.berwynparks.org

• Packing services Downtown Oak Park North Ave & Harlem 159 N Marion St 7115 W North Ave • Shipping services 708-358-1445 708-386-8431 • Mailbox services www.theupsstore.com • Postal services smallbiz.theupsstore.com/blog • Notary services • Moving supplies & packaging materials

Architecture, Interior Design, Planning - Primarily for the hospitality, restaurant and entertainment industries.

Visit Oak Park 1010 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-1500 http://www.visitoakpark.com

3322 S. Oak Park Ave., 2nd Flr Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 788-8100 http://www.berwyn.net

Home to nonconformists Frank Lloyd Wright & Ernest Hemingway, come rub elbows with greatness. Visit Oak Park, Step OUT of Line!

Wonder Works Children’s Museum 6445 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-4815 http://www.wonder-works.org

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL SRVCS. & ASSOC.

• Custom printing services Two Convenient Oak Park Locations!

830 North Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 445-8400 http://www.ariainc.com

Berwyn Development Corporation

Six permanent exhibits develop imagination & creativity for children up to 8 years old. Weekly special programming, monthly events.

You can’t do everything at once, Your One-Stop, Do-It-All Shop! but you can do it all in one place.

Packing & Shipping • Packaging Supplies Printing & Copying • Mailings • Digital printing & copying Mailbox Rental • Small Biz Services • Document finishing

Aria Group Architects

The BDC markets Berwyn as a prime business and leisure destination, promoting Berwyn’s energy and culture to visitors.

Bibo-Walsh Retail Consulting Services LLC 3010 Compton Rd. Aurora, IL 60504 (630) 240-8882 http://www.bibowalsh.com

CHP International, Inc. 1040 North Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-9650 http://www.chpinternational.com Training, Recruitment, Career transition services.

Clique Social + Design You can’t do everything at once, AGC Northshore 3729 Wenonah Avenue

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David Crosby Architects • Digital printing & copying 40 E. Chicago Ave., #291 • Document finishing Chicago, IL 60611 643-1350 • Custom printing services(312) http://www.davidcrosbyarchitects.com/ AGoodman Business David Crosby Architects is a • Packing services Operations Consulting boutique firm which provides personalized, attentive service for 522•S.Shipping Kenilworth services projects of all sizes.

Oak Park, IL 60304 • Mailbox services (630) 805-3702 Distinctive Coaching for http://www.agoodmanconsulting.com • Postal services Works with business owners Business Success - Jason to set up simpleservices and effective • Notary Rosado back-office systems to address all 117 Clintonmaterials Ave. aspects of business operations.

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Chamber Listings Oak Park, IL 60302 (773) 829-1276 http://www.DistinctiveCoaching.com

River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 308-1260

Double, triple or 10x your business & work half the time. Call Jason to get your free ‘’Double My Business Now’’ strategy plan.

JHF Consulting Inc.

Forest Park Chamber of Commerce

Environmental Consulting Services: Assessment, Design, Project Management.

7331 Roosevelt Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-2543 http://www.exploreforestpark.com

Keeping Chicago Organized, LLC

Chamber and economic development services for the Forest Park business community

Francisco Paladines, Architect - DBA archiedifice studios 1028 S. Ridgeland Ave Oak Park Illinois 60304 (708) 252-9550 Independent Architecture & Planning Professional.

Heitzman Architects 111 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-8844 http://www.heitzman.org Architecture, Engineering, Historic Preservation, Residential Additions. Kitchen and Bath designs, self-certified for permits.

Hemingway District Business Association Oak Park , IL 60302 http://www.hemingwaydistrict.com Volunteer-led association representing businesses in the Oak Park Avenue / Lake Street area.

ImplementQ LLC

212 S. Marion Street, Suite 2 Oak Park, IL 60302 (847) 452-8659

634 S. Lombard Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 415-3994 http://www.keepingchicagoorganized. com Together we sort, purge & containerize to create a system that works for you. You will know what you have and where it is.

Madison Street Business Association 41 Chicago Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 358-2634 http://www.msbaop.org/

Music Director

10/18/15 • VERDI: 4/25/16 • Mon., 7:30pm Concerts The Four Seasons MAHLER: Symphony No. 2 Sundays 11/22/15 • BEETHOVEN: (at Symphony Center!) at 4pm Violin Concerto 5/22/16 • Students through 3/5/16 • BRAHMS: MAXWELL KLEZMER college free!

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Nevin Hedlund Architects, Inc. 7985 W. Lake St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-7117 http://www.hedlundarchitects.com Architectural Services.

North Avenue Business Association Oak Park, IL 60302 http://www.northavenuebusinessassociation.com/ Volunteer-led association of business along both the north and south sides of the OP/Chicago/ Galewood North Avenue corridor.

Management consulting firm with expertise in strategy and operations (fractional COO/CFO) to growing businesses.

NowSecure

727 Thatcher Ave

A Celebratory Season

Fostering the commercial and economic well-being of the Madison Street business corridor.

500 W. Washington Blvd., #401 Oak Park, IL 60302 (312) 714-9845 http://www.implementq.com

Jennifer Griffin Marketing

HAPPY 20th ANNIVERSARY to Jay Friedman,

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Chamber Listings and mobile forensics and security firm.

Oak Park Arts District Oak Park, IL 60304 http://www.oakparkartsdistrict.com

Volunteer-led business association focused on the arts-oriented retail district along Harrison Street in Oak Park

Oak Park Economic Development Corp. (OPEDC) 104 N. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 203 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-3838 http://www.oakparkeconomicdevelopmentcorporation.org/

OPEDC acts as a catalyst between developers, property/ business owners, Village staff and officials.

Oak Park - River Forest Chamber of Commerce PO Box 4554 Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 613-0550

http://www.oprfchamber.org Helping businesses make connections throughout Oak Park, River Forest and neighboring communities.

Pleasant District Association River Forest IL 60305

Volunteer-led association of retailers, businesses and residents in the neighborhood south of the Metra near Pleasant in Oak Park.

Prairie Plus 509 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-4218 http://www.prairieplus.com

We design any given space of your home working closely with our affiliate Von Dreele-Freerksen Construction for carpentry and installation. Custom and semicustom cabinetry and millwork.

Resultant Staffing Solutions 1100 Lake Street, Suite 35 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 434-5375 http://www.resultantstaffingsolutions.org

Resultant Staffing Solutions Successful Placements the First Time! Full Service Staffing Solutions.

Roosevelt Road Business Association Oak Park, IL 60304 http://www.rrba.biz

CPCC 1010 Lake St., Ste. 601 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-0500 http://www.coachterri.com Business/Executive Coaching.

The UPS Store

Volunteer-led association of Oak Park and Berwyn business owners along Roosevelt Road.

7115 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-8431 http://www.theupsstore.com/0980.htm

Russell Burck Consulting

Shipping, packaging, mailbox services and business services.

1138 Clinton Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 848-3512

US Post Office - Oak Park

Russell Burck Consulting helps healers love being healers again.

Or clearly knowing their life purpose, move on.

901 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-7901 http://www.usps.com

Sara Cohen Consulting

Convenient and affordable shipping and mailing services.

1000 S. Ridgeland Ave. Oak Park IL 60304 (708) 445-1382

Sarah L. Sears, Legal Shield 423 S. Euclid Ave., Ste. 200B Oak Park IL 60302 (630) 865-8112 Access to business consultants, legal advice and resources specifically designed to meet the needs of small business owners.

Senator Don Harmon 6933 W. North Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-2002 http://donharmon.org The Democratic Party of Oak Park is one of the largest progressive Democratic organizations in Cook County.

Visual Impact Media 1016 North Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 660-9991 http://www.visualimpactmedia.com Visual communications firm specializing in the design, production and installation of architectural graphics and signage.

What Now Advisors 334 Park River Forest, iL 60305 (773) 507-5999 http://www.whatnowadvisors.com Tools and insights for business success.

COMMUNITY SRVCS., GOVT. & NONPROFIT

Southtown Business Association

African American Christian Foundation

Oak Park Ave near the Blue Line CTA Oak Park, IL 60304

6707 North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-1700 http://www.aacfworks.org

Volunteer-led association of businesses in the area known as ‘’Southtown Oak Park’’ on Oak Park Avenue near the Blue Line El.

Terri Fry Brukhartz, LCSW,

AACF has been helping create employment opportunities since 1985, providing job training, internships & now staffing services.

Animal Care League 1013 Garfield St. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 848-8155 http://www.animalcareleague.org Providing food, medical care, love & adoption for homeless & abused animals. Adoptions at shelter & off-site locations.

Buyers Protection Group 4300 Alexander Dr., Ste 200 Alpharetta, GA 30022 1-800-285-3001

Christ Episcopal Church 515 Franklin Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-7730 http://www.christ-riverforest.org Looking for a Faith Community?

We are a small, caring congregation filled with the love and joy of God.

Free Church 159 N. Marion St., PMB 283 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 613-4728 http://www.freechurch.co Discover the fullness of the free life you were created for - Sundays at 9:30am at the historic Lake Theatre.

Forest Preserves of Cook County 536 North Harlem Avenue River Forest , IL 60305 1-800-870-3666 http://www.fpdcc.com

Go Go Go Fundraising, Inc. 1033 South Blvd Oak Park, IL 60302 (844) 207-2990 http://www.gogogofundraising.com

Green Community Connections 177 N Humphrey Ave., Unit 1N Oak Park, IL 60302 (773) 315-1109 http://greencommunityconnections.org

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Chamber Listings Hephzibah Children’s Association 946 North Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 649-7100 http://www.hephzibahhome.org School-age child care & welfare services: foster care, adoption services, child abuse prevention; group homes for children.

Housing Forward (formerly West Suburban PADS) 1851 S. Ninth Avenue Maywood, IL 60153 (708) 338-1724 http://www.housingforward.org Transitioning people from housing crisis to housing stability through six integrated program areas, including PADS Shelter.

Kiwanis Club of Oak Park River Forest Oak Park IL 60304 Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world, one child and one community at a time.

L’Arche Chicago 1011 Lake Street, Suite 403 Oak Park , IL 60301 (708) 660-1600 http://www.larchechicago.org

individual-placement-and-support.html Providing hope & improving the quality of life for those in the Chicago area whose lives are affected by mental illness.

Nicor Gas 1665 Birchwood Ave DesPlaines IL 60018 (847)227-0792 http://www.nicorgas.com

Nineteenth Century Charitable Association

Community that provides homes for adults with intellectual disabilities.

178 Forest Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-2729 http://www.nineteenthcentury.org

Lions Club of Oak Park - River Forest

Offering programs on the arts, culture and entertainment. Focus is strengthening our community through learning and giving.

520 S. Maple Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-2300 http://www.oprflions.org Please join us for lunch and see what we do as a service club for visually impaired and hearing impaired in the community.

NAMI Metro Suburban 816 Harrison Street Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 524-2582 http://namimetsub.org/Drop-In-Center/

Community Foundation 1049 Lake Street Suite 204 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-1560 http://www.oprfcf.org

Providing tax funded human services for Oak Park Illinois.

Strengthening the community through philanthropic leadership and nonprofit excellence.

Oak Park River Forest Day Nursery 1139 Randolph St. Oak Park, IL 60302-3422 (708) 383-8211 http://www.oprfdaynursery.org

Providing full-time quality, nurturing child care & preschool education by trained & caring staff in a safe environment.

Oak Park Public Library

Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society sponsors of the IWS Children’s Clinic

834 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-8200 http://www.oppl.org

320 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-0528 http://www.childrenscliniciws.org

Providing superior library materials & services responsive to the evolving needs of Oak Park’s diverse community.

A diverse member-driven organization committed to the health and well-being of children through our IWS Children’s Clinic.

Oak Park - River Forest

Oak Park Township 105 S. Oak Park Ave.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-8005 http://www.oakparktownship.org

Oak-Leyden Developmental Services 411 Chicago Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-1050 http://www.oak-leyden.org Support/programs: children/ adults with developmental disabilities-early intervention, adult learning centers/clinic/ group homes.

Opportunity Knocks 8020 Madison St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-6159 Ext.220 http://www.opportunityknocksnow.org OK provides programs and services for young adults with developmental disabilities in the OPRF and Forest Park areas.

Park District of Oak Park 218 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-0002 http://www.oakparkparks.com Visit our website for a full listing of activities, services, classes, parks and facilities.

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Chamber Listings CONSTRUCTION, CONTRACTORS & TRADESMEN

Prevail of Illinois 848 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-1946 http://www.PrevailOn.org

Altierra Development Group LLC / Altierra Kitchen & Home Furnishings

Together with the client, volunteers then create customized plans that put clients on the path forward to prevail.

139 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 393-4094 http://www.altierrahomes.com Kitchens & Home Furnishings.

General Construction.

River Forest Park District 401 Thatcher Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-6660 http://www.rfparks.com

Boiler Pros 159 N. Marion St., Ste. 234 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 469-9979

For list of services/activities, see our website.

http://www.theboilerpros.com HVAC, Boiler specialists, advanced controls.

River Forest Township 8020 W. Madison River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-2029 http://www.riverforesttownship.org

Corna Kitchen/Bath & Tile 2134 N. Harlem Ave. Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (708) 453-0036 http://www.cornakitchenbathandtile.com

Provider of Human Resources & Social Service Referrals.

Kitchen - bath - tile. Granite fabrication.

Rotary Club of Oak Park River Forest

David Bores Home Renovations

P.O. Box 654 Oak Park, IL 60303 (708) 257-2320

607 S. Euclid Ave. Oak Park IL 60304 (708) 244-7755

http://www.opfrrotary.org Organization of business & professional men and women united worldwide to provide humanitarian service.

UCP Seguin (formerly Seguin Services) 3100 S. Central Cicero, IL 60804 (708) 863-3803 http://www.ucpseguin.org UCP Seguin believes in a world where children & adults with disabilities achieve their potential and advance their independence.

Village of Oak Park 123 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-6400 http://www.oak-park.us Local government.

Village of River Forest 400 Park Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-8500 http://www.river-forest.us

(708) 383-5200 http://www.westcookymca.org The Y makes accessible the support & opportunities empowering people & communities to learn, grow & thrive.

Local government.

West Suburban Special Way Back Inn/Grateful House Recreation Association 1915 W. Roosevelt Rd. (WSSRA) Broadview, IL 60155 (708) 344-3301 http://www.waybackinn.org

Substance abuse treatment facility.

West Cook YMCAs, Inc. 255 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302

2915 Maple Street Franklin Park, IL 60131 (847) 455-2100 http://www.wssra.net

WSSRA offers year round recreation opportunities for persons of all ages with a wide range of disabilities.

Vintage Home Renovations.

Personalized designs for kitchen soffets and crown molding.

Carpentry-plaster and drywall.

Excel Window Tinting, Inc. P.O. Box 1925 Oak Park, IL 60304 (312) 848-1565 http://www.excelwindowtinting.net Commercial and residential decorative window tinting.

Final Touch Decorating,Inc. 248 Madison Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 434-5154 http://finaltouchpaint.com Final Touch Decorating is a hassle-free commercial painting company for property managers and business owners in Chicago.

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Chamber Listings (708) 660-1100 http://www.carnivoreoakpark.com

M Flores Painting Corporation

Proudly offering locally sourced and responsibly-raised meats, seafood, and produce.

1231 S. Oak Park Ave. Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 317-5771 http://www.florespaintingcorp.com

Cold Stone Creamery 134 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-3400 http://www.ColdStoneCreamery.com

Interior and exterior painting.

Phillips Mechanical Heating & Cooling LLC

Retail Ice Cream Store.

159 N. Marion St., #253 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 689-9890 http://www.phillipsmechanicalllc.com

Counter Coffee 7324 W. Madison Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 689-8896 http://www.drinkcountercoffee.com/

Heating & Cooling Ventilation Refrigeration contractors performing service, sales & installs.

Free wifi. Event space in the lower level. Excellent coffee from a company that compensates their growers fairly.

Spannuth Boiler Company, Inc. 264 Madison Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 386-1882

Cucina Paradiso 814 North Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-3434 http://www.cucinaoakpark.com

Boiler repair and replacement.

DINING, FOOD, BEVERAGES & CATERING

Cucina Paradiso is mixing drinks, pouring wine, and preparing the best Stone Baked Pizzas, Pastas and creative Entrees.

7 Sandwich Shop

Eastgate Cafe, Bistro, Books & Gifts

1053 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 383-6900

102 Harrison Street Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-9091 http://www.eastgatecafe.net

Angie’s Pantry, Inc Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 743-9114 http://www.angiespantry.com

Weekly Meal Service, Scratch Baking, Healthy Eating, Special Event Catering, Corporate Catering for groups up to 100.

Berwyn, IL 60402 (708) 775-8122 http://www.autremondecafe.net

Neighborhood restaurant celebrating all things Mediterranean with a fresh, seasonal menu, showcasing organic & artisan foods.

Aripo’s Venezuelan Arepa House

Barclay’s American Grille

118 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-1313 http://www.aripos.com

1120 Pleasant St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-4250 http://www.barclaysamericangrille.com

Traditional Venezuelan Cuisine featuring the Arepa, a Venezuelan cornmeal sandwich.

Classic American cuisine.

Relaxed dining experience with exceptional food and service.

Autre Monde Cafe

Blue Max Coffee

6727 W. Roosevelt Rd.

26 Lathrop

Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-9224 http://www.bluemax.co

Local artisan coffee roaster, bakery, breakfast & lunch. Perfect place to gather with family and friends.

Burger Boss 7512 W. North Ave. Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (708) 452-7288 http://www.theburgerboss.com

The Boss knows best. We use 100% Midwest Angus beef and fresh, local ingredients.

Carnivore Inc. 1042 Pleasant Oak Park, IL 60302

Place where really nice people meet to eat. Offering delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Eyrie Restaurant, RMU 128 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 763-8380 http://www.eyrierestaurant.com Student-Run Restaurant - Lunch: Tue.-Sat. 11:30am -1:30pm; Dinner Fri. & Sat. 5:00 - 9:00pm; Brunch: Sun. 10:00am-3:00pm.

Fat Duck Tavern and Grill 7218 Madison Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 488-1493 http://www.duckfatgrill.com

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Chamber Listings Restaurant specializing in good food, good beer, good times and Duckfat Fries.

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6427 W. North Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 420-5659 http://www.felonyfranks.com

Flat Top Grill 726 W. Lake St Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 358-8200 http://www.flattopgrill.com

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Lou Malnati’s 1038 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 358-0800 http://www.loumalnatis.com Chicago’s home of the best deep dish pizza for over 40 years.

Madison Park Kitchen 7525 W. Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 689-8607 http://www.mp-kitchen.com Bake Shop...Breakfast & Lunch!

Let MP Kitchen host your next Special Event!

Mancini’s

Food Obsession connects good people with good food. Custom events, in-home dining experiences, and weekly obsession pick up.

1111 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 670-6060 http://www.mancinispizzapastacafe.com

Jamaican Grill

Pizza, Pasta, Cafe. Home of Award Winning Gabriella’s Gelato and Sorbet.

10 Chicago Avenue Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 660-9840 http://www.jamaicangrilloakpark.com/

Klay Oven 734 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-3999 http://www.klayovenrestaurantoakpark. com

Lake Street Kitchen + Bar 1101 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-LAKE http://www.lakestreetkitchenbar.com Eclectic dining & full bar with artisan cocktails, global wines, & a variety of craft brews in a relaxed atmosphere.

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136 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park , IL 60301 (708) 434-5255 http://www.livefresko.com Our menu features the finest strained Greek yogurt, hand-craft-

Marion Street Market 100 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 725-7206 http://www.marionstreetcheesemarket. com Cheese Shop + Bistro + Gourmet Groceries and Gifts.

Maya Del Sol 144 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 358-9800 http://www.mayadelsol.com Latin Fusion Restaurant. Party room and catering available.

Seasonal outdoor dining.

McDonald’s 626 N. Harlem Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-5189

Native Foods 7343 Lake Street River Forest IL 60305 https://nativefoods.com

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Chamber Listings Old School Tavern & Grill 201 DesPlaines Ave. Forest Park, IL 60301 (708) 771-3663 http://www.oldschooltag.com Old fashioned neighborhood gathering place. Craft beer. Great Dining. Fantastic Cocktails.

Onion Roll Restaurant and Deli 6935 W North Avenue Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 383-2548 50 year tradition of providing the best catering, event services and family restaurant and deli food in the Oak Park area.

Papaspiros 728 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 358-1700 http://www.papaspirosolive.com Greek restaurant and bar serving the Oak Park community for over 15 years.

Piggyback Tavern 410 Circle Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 669-9PIG http://www.piggybacktavern.com We’re all about smoked meat served up as traditional slow & low BBQ fare: ribs, brisket, chicken, pulled pork. Beer and booze bar.

Poor Phil’s 139 S. Marion St Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-0871 http://www.poorphils.com A full breakfast menu, pub lunch and dinner. Biggest craft beer selection - over 36 draft and 70 bottles. Seafood specials.

Red Mango Cafe and Juice Bar 1044 W. Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 948-7314 http://www.oakparkredmango.com #1 ZAGAT-rated frozen yogurt and smoothie brand offering

healthy and tasty wraps, salads, flatbreads, juices, coffee, soups.

River Forest Chocolates, LLC 7577 Lake Street River Forest, Illinois 60305 (708) 203-9337 http://riverforestchocolates.com Artisan Chocolates and Truffles.

Gifts.

Serenitea, Inc. 1046 Pleasant St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 660-9670 http://www.sereniteaoakpark.com We feature Afternoon tea.

Located in historic Oak Park on Pleasant Street.

Skrine Chops 7230 Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 771-7230 http://www.skrinechops.com Voted best pork chops in the City by Chicago Magazine. Skrine Chops offers great bbq chicken and chops.

Starship Restaurant & Catering 7618 W. Madison

Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 771-3016 http://www.starshiprestaurant.com We have 37 years of selling great food throughout all Chicago.

Corporate & residential catering.

We Deliver Anytime...Anywhere!

River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-1045 http://www.wholefoods.com/riverforest Full service meat and seafood departments. Breakfast, lunch and dinner selections available for all your catering needs.

Taste of Brasil

Winberie’s

906 S Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 708 383 3550 http://www.tasteofbrasilcafe.com

151 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-2600 http://www.winberies.com

Traditional Brazilian Food.

Home of ‘’I’m Hot Sauce’’ bottled hot sauce made with a special blend of Brazilian peppers.

EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT

The 206 818 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park IL 60304

Actors Garden

Trattoria 225 225 Harrison St. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 358-8555 http://www.trattoria225.com Rustic Italian dining with catering, delivery, carry-out, and private parties.

Whole Foods Market 7245 Lake St.

An Oak Park favorite - a classic American Bistro; warm & inviting.

344 Harrison St Oak Park, IL 60304 http://www.theactorsgarden.com

Alcuin Montessori School 324 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 366-1882 http://www.alcuin.org Founded in 1961, the oldest Montessori school in the Midwest; serves students 12 months to 14 yrs. Before/after school care.

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Chamber Listings Camelot Education - Oak Park Campus 6525 W. North Ave., Ste. 100 Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7787 http://www.cameloteducation.org Therapeutic Day School.

Cappelli Institute of Music, LLC 1053 Lake St., 2nd/3rd Fl. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 445-8460 http://www.cappellimusic.com Music for Life! Private music instructions for children, adults and seniors.

Concordia University Chicago

Fenwick High School

7400 W. Augusta St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-8300 http://www.cuchicago.edu

505 W. Washington Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-0127, Ext. 325 http://www.fenwickfriars.com

A Lutheran liberal arts-based university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degree programs.

Dominican University 7900 W. Division St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 524-6289 http://www.dom.edu Dominican University is a comprehensive, coeducational Catholic institution offering bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

Dorolyn Academy of Music 411 South Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-7888 http://www.dorolynacademyofmusic.org For 30 yrs. we provide technique and performance curriculum for the Oak Park/River Forest & Greater Chicago Metro Area.

Dr. Bill’s Learning Centers 18 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 434-0336 http://drbillslearningcenter.com Specialized tutoring and educational rehabilitation.

Catholic Coed College Preparatory High School.

Huntington Learning Center 400 Lathrop Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 488-8080 http://river_forest.huntingtonhelps.com/ Educational Services.

Intercultural Montessori Language School 301 S. Ridgeland Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-6626 http://www.interculturalmontessori.org Montessori Pre-school

Kim Frost Vocal Studios 1141 S. Grove Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 445-1996 http://www.kimfrostvocalstudios.com Our mission is to help students achieve whatever their individual musical goals may be.

Life Transitions Coaching 1010 Lake St., #501A Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-5354 http://www.lifetransitionscoach.com

Life coaching, focusing on work/ life balance and life transitions, plus an On-Track-For-College Coaching Program.

Lindamood-Bell 137 North Oak Park Ave., Ste. 212 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 660-1860 http://www.lindamoodbell.com Educational services.

Magical Minds Studio 343 Harrison Street Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 948-7934 http://www.magicalmindsstudio.com

Creative learning environment for children 18 months and older.

Mathnasium of Oak Park/ River Forest 212 S Marion St Oak Park , IL 60302 (708) 613-4007 http://www.mathnasium.com/oakparkriverforest

We make math make sense.

Increase your child’s math skills, while building confidence in a positive and fun environment.

Oak Park Elementary School District 97 970 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-3000 http://www.op97.org

K-8 School District.

Oak Park River Forest High School D200 201 N. Scoville Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 434-3691 http://www.oprfhs.org Public high school serving Oak Park and River Forest.

OPRF Huskie Booster Club 201 N. Scoville Oak Park, IL 60302 http://www.huskieboosterclub.org

Nonprofit group supporting and celebrating student academics, athletics, arts and activities at OPRFHS.

Ovation Academy for the Performing Arts 126 N. Oak Park Avenue Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 222-7564 http://www.OvationAcademy.org OVATION provides high quality training in performing arts, encouraging our students’ excellence, professionalism and passion.

River Forest School District 90 7776 Lake St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-8282 http://www.district90.org River Forest elementary school district.

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Chamber Listings Retirement Planning, Estate Planning, and Investment Advisory Services.

Spirit Cultural Exchange 137 N. Oak Park Avenue, Suite 304 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 763-8949 http://www.spiritexchange.com

Combined Insurance Company 1000 Milwaukee Ave Glenview, IL 60025 847-321-5099 http://www.combinedinsurance.com

School of Rock Oak Park 219 Lake Street Oak Park, Illinois 60302 (708) 298-0002 http://oakpark.schoolofrock.com

Leader in Supplemental Health Insurance: Disability, Accident & Sickness Protection, Cancer, Critical Care, Whole Life.

Inspiring the world to rock on stage and in life.

Community Bank of Oak Park River Forest

Triton College

1001 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 660-1000 http://www.cboprf.com

2000 5th Ave River Grove, IL 60171 (708) 456-0300 http://www.triton.edu

We are focused on creating financial solutions for individuals, businesses & nonprofits in the Oak Park & River Forest communities.

Community college, continuing education, Cernan Space Center.

Village Church of Oak Park Landmark 19th Century Building 178 Forest Ave Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 613-0411 http://www.villagechurchoakpark.com

Dan Bjornson, CPA, Ltd.

Come. Relax. Be yourself. Village Church exists to equip God’s people to do His work.

Accounting, auditing, personal and business taxation for small to medium-sized businesses and nonprofit organizations.

West Suburban Montessori School 1039 S. East Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 848-2662 http://www.wsms.org We are an AMI accredited Montessori school which has served the greater Oak Park Community since 1988. Pre-school 3-6 years.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

A Better Bookkeeping Solution 435 S. Humphrey Oak Park IL 60302 (708)699-0671

7518 Madison Street Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 488-1800 http://www.danbjornsoncpa.com

Alexandra Baig, Financial Advisor at Waddell & Reed, Inc 1100 E. Warrenville Rd., Suite 100 Naperville, IL 60563 (630) 245-1156 x146 http://www.alexandrabaig.wrfa.com Providing strategic planning & comprehensive financial & risk management coaching to individuals, families & businesses.

AMC Accounting Solutions 1280 Iroquois Ave, Suite 404 Naperville IL 60563 http://www.amcaccountingsolutions.com

Anna Bass, CPA CMA CFM 429 N. Marion St., Suite 201

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-4400 http://www.annabasscpa.com State CPA Licensed - small businesses and individuals, business accounting and QuickBooks.

AXA Advisors, LLC 716 N. Belleforte Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7766

719 South Blvd.

Oak Park IL 60301 (708) 383-5500 Financial planning, estate management & securities analysis.

EDM Capital LLC

Insurance, Investments, Retirement Planning, focusing on the preservation of wealth and withdrawal strategies.

Bentron Financial Group, LLC 6601 North Ave., Ste.# 2 Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-3100 http://www.bentron.com

David A. Noyes & Company

1900 N 74th Ct Elmwood Park IL 60707 http://www.EDMCapital.com Edward Jones - Grote

214 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-5424

http://www.edwardjones.com Helping families achieve financial goals through organization, consolidation and implementation of tailored solutions.

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Chamber Listings Everett Wealth Solutions, Inc. 407 Marengo Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 771-7777 http://www.EverettWealthSolutions.com Everett Wealth Solutions, Inc. - Registered Investment Advisor; Everett & Associates: Life, LTC, Fixed Index Annuities.

Forest Park National Bank & Trust Co. 7348 W. Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 222-2800 http://www.forestparkbank.com Community bank providing full range of personal and business services.

GMS & Associates, Inc. 1180 S. Taylor Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 373-3973 http://www.gsmithcpa.com

A full-service accounting firm specializing in small business taxes, accounting and individual income taxes.

Hedgeman & Associates, LLC 715 Lake St., Ste. 412 Oak Park, IL 60301 (800) 915-8857 http://www.hedgemanassociates.com License Illinois, CPA firm, serving small business & individuals in areas of tax, audit, business valuation, financial plans.

HighPoint Planning Partners

ment focusing on growth and income, retirement planning, and estate planning.

Kenny & Kenny, P.C. 715 Lake St., Ste. 708 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-0600 http://www.KennyCPA.com CPA Firm that specializes in Accounting, tax and business solutions for small to medium sized businesses.

Madden Funds Management, Ltd.

2001 Butterfield Rd., Suite 1000 Downers Grove, IL 60515 (708) 406-7300 http://www.DoryFinancialPlanner.com

1010 Lake Street, Ste. 604 Oak Park IL 60301 (708) 848-3200

Kelty Financial Services, Inc.

MB Financial Bank

625 William Street River Forest, IL 60305 (847) 724-8880 http://www.keltyfinancial.com

7727 Lake St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-2500 http://www.mbfinancial.com

Insurance, Investment manage-

Investment advisors.

Your choice of accounts: Person-

al Checking to suit every lifestyle & Business Checking to meet all your banking needs.

New Capital Management, LLC 611 N. Euclid Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-7784 http://www.newcapitalmanagement.com Manage growth ‘’stock’’ portfolios for individuals and pensions.

New York Life Insurance Co. - Tom Peterson, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP® 137 N. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 240 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-7007 http://www.tjpeterson.com Provider of life, disability, and long term care insurance as well as retirement and estate planning services.

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Chamber Listings New York Life Insurance Company - Terry Zachata 1515 N. Harlem Ave., Suite 205-9 Oak Park, IL 60302 (630) 254-6979 http://www.newyorklife.com

Financial Services, Consulting.

Norman Professional Services 1515 N. Harlem #409 Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-1020 http://www.normanprof.com

Norman Professional Services offers bookkeeping services and QuickBooks training for small businesses.

PNC Bank 6621 West North Avenue Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 358-1482

Pryor Tax Accounting Services 715 W. Lake St., #810 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 280-5443 http://www.benjaminedwardltd.com

Accountant, Financial Services.

Quantum Capital Investments 731 Bonnie Brae River Forest, Illinois 60605 (708) 267-0627 http://www.quantumcapitalinvestments. com

Quantum Capital Investments is an independent, fee-only fiduciary company focused on tax savings and investment strategies.

Thrivent Financial 805 N Milwaukee Ave #300 Chicago, IL 60642 630-660-5293 http://thrivent.com

Zoller, Swanson & Co., CPA’s 137 N. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 320 Oak Park IL 60301 (708) 848-3296

Personal & business taxation/ investment & retirement planning.

Bite Night 2015

FUNERAL

Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home 203 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-3191 http://Drechslerbrownwilliams.com

Peterson-Bassi Chapels Funeral Home 6938 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60707 (773) 637-4441 http://www.petersonfuneralhome.com

Woodlawn Funeral Home 7750 W. Cermak Rd. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 442-8500 http://www.woodlawnchicago.com

Full service funeral home with on-site crematory and burial options.

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Artemis, LLC 137 N. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 129 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 434-5778

http://www.artemiscosmeticmedicine. com/ Vein Treatment, Liposuction, O-shot and P-shot, Vampire Facelift, Botox & Fillers, Latisse, Revision.

Body Gears Physical Therapy 1049 Lake St., #201 Oak Park, IL 60301 (877) 709-1090 http://www.BodyGears.com Helping patients achieve an optimal physical state in which all your moving parts are in sync.

Chicago Family Doulas 715 W Lake Street Suite 200 Oak Park , IL 60301 (707) 616-9137 http://www.chicagofamilydoulas.com

Chicago Health Medical Group 7411 Lake St., Ste. 1120, Bldg. A River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 345-3076 http://www.vmgchicago.com Chicago Health Medical Group Primary and Specialty Care Providers conveniently located in River Forest.

Children’s Dentistry 1129 S. Harlem Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 386-5437 http://www.little-teeth-big-smiles.com Pediatric dentistry is one of only 9 specialties in dentistry. Trust your child’s dental needs to a specialist!

Connect Hearing 7627 Lake St. Ste 207 River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-4586 http://www.connecthearing.com Connect Hearing offers a full spectrum of hearing testing and solutions for any lifestyle or budget.

Custom Care Pharmacy LLC 7007 W. North Ave Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 628-5464 http://www.customcarepharmacy.net

Donna Marino, PsyD, Ltd. 715 Lake Street Suite 310 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 232-6673 http://www.drdonnamarino.com Working with people who want

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312-949-9500 LifeLine Ambulance services long-term care facilities, hospitals, municipalities and local communities.

Dr. Kelly Opron, LLC 147 Harrison Street Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 613-0615 http://www.drkellyopron.com

Lisa J. Peters, MD, SC 1010 Lake St., Ste. 619 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 524-1400 http://www.plasticsurgeryofchicago.com

Drs. Battistoni + Beam, Ltd. 6855 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-5900 http://www.Awesomebraces.com

Dr. Peters is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery.

Orthodontic practice for adolescents and adults since 1962, providing state-of-the art technology including Sure Smiles.

Madd Love Beauty & Spa 6130 W. Roosevelt rd.

Oak Park, illinois 60304 (708) 763-3107 http://maddlovebeauty.com

Drs. Girgis and Associates, S.C.

Spa, Beauty and Personal care.

Mama Tribe

1515 N. Harlem, Ste. 300 Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-8640 http://www.girgisent.com

715 Lake St., Suite 271 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 613-0146 http://mamatribes.com

ENT Group practice offering the highest quality services to pediatric through geriatric patients.

The Mama Tribe is a gathering space and wellness studio for new and expecting mamas.

Elite Rehabilitation Institute 1100 Lake St., Suite 120 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-8488 http://elitechiropracticandrehab.com We are a family-based, Holistic Chiropractic office dedicated to optimizing patient health with massage, PT, and acupuncture.

Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare 155 E. Brush Hill Rd Elmhurst, IL 60126 (331) 221-1000 http://www.emhc.org

Mary Ann Bender, DPM Forest Park Orthodontics 1129 S. Harlem Ave Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-7846 http://ForestParkOrthodontics.com/

Frazier Orthodontics 400 Lathrop Ave., Ste. 203 River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-6595 http://www.frazierorthodontics.com We provide exceptional orthodontic treatment for all ages in a relaxing and pleasant atmosphere.

Elmhurst Hospital, comprehensive healthcare, multiple site, services, new state-of-the-art acute care hospital.

Green Medical Practice

Family Eye Care of Elmwood Park

715 Lake St., Suite 302 Oak Park, Illinois 60301 (708) 851-2108 http://www.thegreenmedicalpractice.com

7310 W. North Ave., Suite 2H Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (708) 456-3232 http://www.familyeyecareonline.com

Illinois Vein and Vascular Center

Private optometry practice.

1515 North Harlem Avenue, Suite 100

Oak Park, Illinois 60302 (708) 665-3190 http://treatvascular.com

Kirk Eye Centers, SC 7427 Lake Street River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-3334 http://www.kirkeye.com Ophthalmology Practice - Eye Exams; Cataract Surgery; Glaucoma; Lasik; Full Optical.

Kneaded Work 408 S Lombard Avenue Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 383-0475 http://www.kneadedwork.com I go to your office, or go to your home. State license so always taking new classes on different techniques!

LifeLine Ambulance 3737 Chase Ave

6931 W. North Ave. Oak park, IL 60302 (708) 763-0580 http://oakparkpodiatry.com A foot & ankle specialist that has been in private practice since 2001. Onsite digital x-rays and physical therapy.

Massage Envy Spa Oak Park River Forest River Forest Town Center 7341 W. Lake Street River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-5300 http://www.massageenvy.com/clinics/IL/ Oak-Park---River-Forest.aspx Customized massages & facials, making relaxation convenient and affordable.

New England Dental Group 1600 N. New England Ave Elmwood Park, IL 60707 7732371608 http://www.onebeautifulsmile.com

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North Avenue Dental Care 7544 W. North Ave. Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (708) 452-1879 http://www.northavenuedentalcare.com We are committed to providing gentle, quality dental care for patients of all ages.

North Forest Medical Associates 6957 W. North Ave. Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 628-3450 Check-ups, School Physicals, Cancer Screening, Cholesterol Screening, Diet and Obesity Medicine.

Novick Orthodontics 7351 W. North Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-2300 http://www.novickorthodontics.com

Nudera Orthodontics 7310 W. North Ave., Ste. 2A Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (708) 456-5454 http://www.nuderaOrthodontics.com Dedicated to creating beautiful smiles. Offering the latest, cuttingedge technology in orthodontic treatment.

NYE Partners 345 Ashland Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 488-0072 http://www.nyepartners.com Obstetrics and Gynecology Practice.

Oak Park Dental Group 7034 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60707 (773) 889-9100 http://www.opdental.com You’ve come to the right place if you are looking for a multi-specialty dental group that serves all of your dental needs.

Orangetheory Fitness

Forest Park, IL 60130 708.714.3200 http://www.RoseMattaxLCPC.com

7121 W. North Ave Oak Park , IL 60302 (708) 793-9219 http://www.orangetheoryfitness.com/ oak-park

Rose Mattax LCPC EEM-AP offers holistic counseling, energy medicine & nutritional support for healthy, balanced lifestyles.

Ovation Dental

Rush Oak Park Hospital

7700 Madison St., Suite #1 River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 689-0419 http://www.villariDDS.com

520 S. Maple Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-5691 http://www.roph.org

Ovation Dental specializes in family, laser and painless dentistry. Teeth restored the same day and dental implants.

An acute care hospital specializing in diabetes management, stroke, orthopedics, wound care, and rehabilitation

Palmgren Acupuncture Center, Inc.

Rush Oak Park Physicians Group - Adult Medicine

115 N. Marion St. Suite 8 Oak Park, IL 60301 (773) 915-3683 http://www.palgrenacu.com

610 S. Maple Ave., Ste.4600 Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-2240 http://www.roph.org

(708) 660-6400 http://www.roph.org

Sage Neuropsychology Consultants 137 N. Park Ave., Ste.#207A Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 434-1264 http://www.sageneuropsychology.com Comprehensive neuropsychological-evaluations for individuals ages 16+ for a variety of neurological, medical, or psychiatric concerns.

Serenity Acupuncture, Inc 503 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-4626 http://www.serenityacu.com Serenity Acupuncture is a sanctuary of healing. Improve your quality of life with acupuncture and massage.

Integrative health center helping people improve their whole body health in a safe, natural, and effective way.

Rush Oak Park Physicians Group - Anchor

Relaxation Plantation

610 S. Maple Ave, Ste. 3900 Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 524-1674 http://www.roph.org

1140 Lake Street Oak Park IL 60301

Rush Oak Park Physicians Group - Diabetes

610 S. Maple Ave., Suite 5601 Oak Park, IL 60304 (773) 665-8052 http://www.smartlovefamily.org

715 Lake Street #275 Oak Park, Illinois 60301 888-560-1672

RIC-Spine & Sports Rehabilitation Center 420 Thatcher Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 427-3650 http://www.ric.org

Outpatient rehabilitation clinic providing medical, physical/occupational therapy, chiropractic, and radiology services.

Rodan + Fields® Dermatologists 1207 N. Harvey Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (773) 454-6222 http://www.lmlskincare.myrandf.com

At Rodan + Fields® Dermatologists we are committed to connecting you with the products, the knowledge, and the resources.

Rose Mattax LCPC 540 Ferdinand Ave.

520 S. Maple Ave, 3rd Floor East Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-5900 http://www.roph.org

Rush Oak Park Physicians Group - Elmwood Park 7734 W. North Ave. Elmwood Park IL, 60707 (708) 383-9300 http://www.roph.org

Rush Oak Park Physicians Group - Family Medicine 610 S. Maple ave, Ste. 2500 Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-2900 http://www.roph.org

Rush Oak Park Physicians Group - North Riverside 7222 W. Cermak Road, Ste.700 North Riverside, IL 60546

Seven Point

Smart Love Family Services

Leader in providing guidance and resources for parents of infants through adolescents.

The Barre Code 1040 Lake Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (586) 703-2702 http://www.thebarrecode.com Fitness engineered for a woman’s body. Sweat, strengthen, restore, and live by the Barre Code.

The Eyeglass Shop, Inc. 715 Lake Street - Lobby Level Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-6640 http://www.theeyeglassshop.net Complete eye care for the whole family. Friendly, personalized service. Vision plans welcome.

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Best Vacuum

6968 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60707 (773) 385-9432 http://www.treeoflifehealthcenter.com

148 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 660-9800 http://www.bestvacuum.com

Chiropractor/Holistic Healthcare Practitioner offering Homeopathic medicine and Bio Energetic Medicine.

Walgreen’s (Madison Street) 811 Madison St. Oak Park IL 60304 (708) 383-7081 Pharmacy phone: (708) 383-9009

Watson Chiropracitc, LLC 1011 Lake St. suite 216 Oak Park, IL 60301 888-476-5171 http://DrSarahWatson.com

West Suburban Medical Center 3 Erie Court Oak Park, IL 60302 (847) 813-3926 http://www.westsuburbanmc.com

Hardware

We meet all your hardware needs.

7 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park (708) 848-3600 Hours: Monday through Friday 8-6 Saturday 8-5 Sunday 10-3

Vacuum cleaner sales and services.

Gerger & Greco 212 Chicago Ave. Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 848-5296

Design, Build and Landscape Maintenance.

Interiors By Janet 3640 N. Federal Hwy. # B-3 160 Lighthouse Point, FL 33064 (954) 764-1991 http://www.interiorsbyjanet.com

Looking for help redecorating, staging, remodeling bath or kitchen, drawings for contractors or need window treatments? Call Janet.

Kelty Lawn Care & Pavers 338 Lathrop River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-4880

We are a leader in orthopedics, gastroenterology, oncology, cardiology and obstetrics.

http://www.keltylawncare.com Lawn care, landscaping, landscaping design and installation. Brick paving and lawn care maintenance.

White Lotus Chiropractic of OP, Ltd.

MaidPro Oak Park

1001 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-1200 http://www.whitelotuschiropractic.com Breath, balance, soothe, restore and renew. Chiropractic, yoga, acupuncture, advanced physical medicine and massage.

HOME, GARDEN & OFFICE

American Mattress - Lake Street 1142 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 851-0003 http://www.americanmattress.com Family owned & operated. Same day delivery. Comfort guaranteed.

6901 W. North Ave. 1R Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 843-8283 http://www.maidpro.com/oakpark

Residential/commercial cleaning.

McAdam Landscaping 2001 Des Plaines Ave. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 771-2299 http://www.mcadamlandscape.com Landscape Contractor and Garden Center.

Nathan Wright Landscape Design 636 Gunderson Avenue Oak Park, IL 60304 (773) 983-0140 http://nathanwrightlandscape.com/

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Chamber Listings Providing the highest quality custom landscape services in the Chicago area.

rial/Commercial. Residential collection and waste transfer.

Family owned and operated for 69 years.

Oak Park Kitchen and Bath

Seaway Supply Co.

132 N. Ridgeland Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-0000 http://www.opkb.net

15 N 9th Ave. Melrose Park, IL 60153 (708) 216-0000 http://www.seawaysupplies.com

Design and installation of kitchens and baths.

Distributor of paper products, cleaning equipment and supplies.

PHS Locksmiths

ServPro Oak Park River Forest

6810 W. Roosevelt Rd. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 386-3334 http://www.phslock.com

Safes, Locks, Keys, Repairs, Sales, Installation.

Residential Cleaning By Maggie 7234 W. North Ave., Ste. 701 Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (773) 213-7627 http://www.elmwoodmaggie.com

Residential cleaning, organizing, home managing, help with packing/moving, spring cleaning or other cleaning projects.

Schauer’s Hardware Store 7449 Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-1100 http://www.schauerhardware.com

Largest hardware in Forest Park with hammer on the door. Janitor supplies, commercial supplies, household supplies, and more.

Update Interiors 122 N. Marion Street Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 358-0070 http://www.updateinteriors.com

Your destination for up-to-theminute in home décor, furnishings, lighting and unique gifts!

We Clean Green 1730 N. Natoma Ave. Chicago, IL 60707 (708) 328-8383 http://www.wecleangreen.us

Using only vapor-steam, HEPA vacuums & microfiber cloths, we go beyond green to achieve

cleaner, healthier homes & businesses.

Within Your Reach 6140 W. Roosevelt Rd. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 386-0810 http://www.orgwithinreach.com

http://www.exceloilserv.com Environmental Services, Used Oil Collection.

Exceptional Building Services P.O. Box 740 Hillside, IL 60162 (708) 386-5703 http://www.exceptionalbuildingservices.com

Provide unique and affordable storage solutions to every room in your home, as well as commercial spaces. Free Consultations.

We are a full service house and office cleaning company. We clean banks, schools and projects.

Yonan Carpet One

Flood Brothers Disposal Co.

7040 W. North Ave. Chicago, IL 60707 (630) 963-2000 http://WWW.YONANCARPETONE.COM

17697 Butterfield Rd. Oakbrook Terr., IL 60181 (630) 261-0400 http://www.floodbrothersdisposal.com

Carpet & Rug Dealers, with locations on North Avenue in Chicago and in Downers Grove.

INDUSTRIAL, JANITORIAL & ENVIRONMENTAL

Active Maintenance Group 324 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-8888 Professional window & gutter cleaning, power washing, residential & commercial serving Oak Park and River Forest. Free estimates.

Excel Environmental 400 Ashland Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 366-0440

‘’Your Business is our Bread & Butter.’’

Project Green Environmental Solutions 631 Beloit Ave., Ste. 100 Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-4733 http://www.projectgreenchicago.com Consulting & installation firm focused on electric/gas usage reduction. We implement & facilitate utility rebates, incentives.

Roy Strom Refuse and Recycling Company 1201 Greenwood Ave. Maywood, IL 60153 (708) 344-5000 http://www.roystrom.com Solid Waste/Recyclable Mate-

119 N. 10th Avenue Melrose Park , IL 60160 (708) 483-8636 http://www.servprooakparkriverforest. com/

Fire & Water - Cleanup & Restoration.

INSURANCE

Aflac - Christopher Burns 100 Forest Place, #808 Oak Park, IL 60301 (818) 383-0956 http://www.aflac.com

Country Financial 6438 Joliet Rd. Countryside, IL 60525 (708) 352-5555 http://www.countryfinancial.com/tony. munno

Auto, Home, Life, and Commercial Insurance, Estate Planning, Retirement Planning, Long Term Care and Financial Services.

David Agency Insurance, Inc. 385 N. York Rd. Elmhurst, IL 60126 (630) 516-9000 http://www.thedavidagency.com

We offer a complete portfolio of Insurance Services: Personal Lines, Commercial Lines, Employee Benefits and Financial.

Forest Agency Insurance 7310 Madison Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 383-9000 http://forestagency.com

When you purchase insurance through Forest Agency, you are

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Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 334-3037 http://www.farmers.com

Healthcare Solutions Team Carol Mancini

Home, life and car insurance from Farmers Insurance Group.

1038 Washington Blvd. #1 Oak Park, IL 60302 (630) 674-5529 http://www.healthcaresolutionsteam. com/agent/carol-mancini/

Confused about health insurance options? Let me find the best affordable plans for you, your family, your employees.

Liberty Mutual Insurance 1 E. 22nd St #800 Lombard, Illinois 60148 (630) 613-6312 Ext.09332 http://www.Libertymutual.com

Your Life Security, LLC 159 N. Marion Street, Ste. 128 Oak Park, IL 60301-1032 (312) 952-1706 http://www.YourLifeSecurity.com Licensed Independent Broker: Annuities, Disability, Healthcare, Life, Medicare and Long-Term Care Insurance.

LEGAL SERVICES

Angelika Kuehn Law Office

A Fortune 100 Company that specializes in Auto, Home and Life Insurance. Call your LOCAL rep Mike Downey for a quote today.

171 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-0785 http://www.kuehnlawoffice.com

Peterson & Associates Insurance

We focus our practice in estate planning and administration, business law, land use, and philanthropy.

1000 Hillgrove, Ste. 200 Western Springs, IL 60558 (708) 286-1300

Independent insurance agency selling auto, home, business, life and health. We represent multiple carriers.

State Farm Insurance - Grant 7975 Lake St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-9220 http://www.mikegrant.biz

Mike Grant State Farm Insurance Agency builds long-term relationships through dedicated people and best-in-class service.

State Farm Insurance - Lemley 191 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-3163 http://www.terrylemley.net

Insurance and Financial Services.

Thomas J. Lewis Insurance Agency - Farmers Insurance Group 408 N. Taylor Avenue

Berger, Newmark & Fenchel, P.C. 1753 N. Tripp Ave. Chicago, IL 60639 (312) 782-5050 http://www.bnf-law.com Law Firm.

Chuhak & Tecson, P.C. 30 S Wacker Drive, Suite 2600 Chicago, Il. 60606 (312) 855-4057 http://www.chuhak.com/Broaddus Law firm serving individuals, businesses and entrepreneurs with emphasis in estate planning, probate and business matters.

Coplan & Crane, Ltd. 1111 Westgate St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 358-8080 http://www.coplancrane.com Law firm specializing in the representation of families and victims of serious personal injury.

Koch & Associates, P.C. 5947 W. 35th Street Cicero, IL 60804 (708) 656-9900 http://dkoffices.com

Law Offices of Kevin Bry 159 N. Marion St., Ste. #300 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-7400 http://kevinbry.com Kevin Bry is an attorney who practices in the areas of civil, criminal and appellate litigation.

Pellegrini & Cristiano 6817 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-3610 http://www.pellegrini-cristiano.com General practice of law; emphasis on family needs and small business.

Sengpiehl, Paul, Attorney At Law 727 N. Ridgeland Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-8859 Law Firm.

Weicher Law Offices, P.C. 137 North Oak Park Ave., Suite 500 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 420-7022 http://www.weicherlaw.com Real estate & business law, LLC or entity formation, residential & commercial real estate closings, real estate & business litigation.

LODGING

Carleton of Oak Park Hotel 1110 Pleasant St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-5000 http://www.carletonhotel.com Boutique hotel with 153 beautifully appointed guest rooms & suites; meeting and banquet rooms accommodate up to 200 people; 2 restaurants.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago O’Hare West 200 S. Mannheim Rd. Hillside, IL 60162 (708) 544-2700 http://www.holidayinnwestohare.com Newly built,135 Rooms. Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffett, Wireless Internet Access, Indoor Pool.

Write Inn Hotel 211 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-4800 http://www.writeinn.com Historic Inn - Exquisite Rooms & Suites.

PERSONAL SERVICES & CARE

Bladez Barbershop 745 Garfield St. Oak Park, IL 60304 708 613-8082 http://www.bladezbarbershop.net A world class art of grooming services in a gentlemen’s atmosphere.

EcoLiving Cleaners 848 Dodge Ave #411 Evanston, IL 60202 224-216-2273 http://www.ecolivinginc.net Green laundry & dry cleaning pickup and delivery service.

We service both Residential & Commercial customers.

James Anthony Salon 115 N. Marion St Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-3100 http://www.jamesanthonysalon.com You will be welcomed by a team of professionals dedicated to education and exceeding your expectation. Full Hair & Nail Salon.

Lemonmade Style & Snips 187 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 948-7769 http://www.lemonmadestyle.com

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Lilies & Spikes, Kids & Teens Hair Salon & Spa 1105 Chicago Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 613-4723 http://www.kidshairsalonandspa.com Children’s salon.

Monica’s Skincare Boutique 1001 Garfield Street Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 318-0333 http://www.mhskincare.com

Full service Skincare Boutique that provides customized and advanced facial treatments, natural nail care, waxing, makeup.

Salon 212 and Day Spa 109 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-2221 http://www.salon212.com

We offer everything from simple haircuts to specialized spa treatments. Highly personalized and refreshingly intimate.

Shiny Stands 262 Chicago Avenue Oak Park, Illinois 60302 (708) 613-5025

Nontoxic head lice removal and education.

PETS & VETERINARY

Camp Bow Wow 6046 Roosevelt Rd. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 267-8768 http://www.mycbw.com/oakpark

Clean, safe and fun dog day care and boarding. Three indooroutdoor play areas, live webcams and large cabins for boarding.

Carlson Animal Hospital 414 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-3606 http://www.carlsonanimalhospitals.com

A client-centered practice that recognizes that your cat or dog

is a cherished companion. We are skilled professionals.

Critter Care Pet Sitting PO Box 1666 Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 358-8822

http://www.crittercarepetsitting.biz We’ll Love ‘em Like you Do! In-home pet care. Daily dog walks, vacation care. BBB Accredited, Bonded & Insured, Member NAPPS.

Prairie State Animal Hospital 909 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 524-9720 https://www.facebook.com/ pages/Prairie-State-Animal-Hospital/121095344725461 Loving care for your pets through the practice of veterinary medicine and surgery.

Spike’s, The Boutique Hotel for Dogs 725 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-9881 http://www.spikeshotel.com A higher quality alternative to kennels. Spike’s offers boarding, doggy daycare, full service grooming for dogs and cats.

REAL ESTATE: COMMERCIAL, HOUSING & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Allen Realty & Builders / EAR Real Estate 1039 Ashland Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 383-8080 http://www.allenrealtyandbuilders.com

Real Estate Sales. New Construction. Property Management.

Appraisals. Historic Restoration.

Land Development.

Baird and Warner, Inc. 1037 Chicago Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 697-5900 http://www.bairdwarner.com Real Estate.

Bern Realty, Inc. 420 Clinton Place River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-7600 http://www.bernrealtyllc.com

Commercial Property Management.

Beyond Properties Realty Group 109 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-1366 http://www.beyondpropertiesrealty.com

An independent, full-service realty group, we have built a reputation for exceeding clients’ expectations.

Caporale Realty 7646 W.North Ave. Elmwood Park IL, 60707 (708) 366-1919 http://caporalerealty.com/ Serving real estate needs since 1983. Residential, commercial investments. Personal service with integrity and results.

Chicago Real Estate Resources 205 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2950 Chicago, IL 60601 (312) 228-4700 http://www.crer.com Commercial Real Estate (Including Multi-Family, Mixed-Use, Retail, Office & Industrial) Sales, Leasing & Management.

Classic Properties 1009 - 1011 W. Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-8400 http://www.classicproperties.us Real Estate - Commercial and Residential.

David King & Associates, Inc. 1011 Lake St., #313 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 445-0505

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Chamber Listings http://www.dkacre.com Commercial real estate firm specializing in leasing, sales and property management.

Dowling Apartments, Inc. 400 Lathrop Ave., #202 River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-0880 http://www.dowlingproperties.com Residential Leasing Agent for Property Owners.

Final Finish 830 North Blvd., 2nd Floor Oak Park IL 60301 (708) 725-3129 Property Management.

First Community Management 935 W. Chestnut Street, Suite 201 Chicago, IL 60642 312-829-8900 http://www.condomanagement.com Providing exceptional homeowner association management services in Chicago and Oak Park.

Gagliardo Realty Associates, LLC 7375 W. North Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 771-8040 http://www.gagliardorealty.com Residential real estate in Oak Park/River Forest; guidance from listing to signing -- buyers & sellers.

Gloor Realty Co. 114 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 524-1100 http://www.gloor.com Family-owned 60+ years. Technology leads our communications, but we value personal connections created as we work together.

Grimes Real Estate Services 1040 North Blvd. #250 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-7900 http://www.grimesrealestate.com

Jack Carpenter Realtors 200 S. Marion St.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-7100 http://www.ww.jackcarpenter.com

Prairie Court Style with Modern Amenities!

Real Estate/ Appraisals.

Oak Park Place Apartments

Jim Blaha: Buyer’s Agent United Real Estate 137 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 366-8899 http://www.JFB-Buyers.com Over 20 years helping buyers in Oak Park and River Forest.

479 N. Harlem Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-3000 http://www.oakparkplaceapts.com Welcome Home! Oak Park Place is designed to provide an elegant luxurious atmosphere with 17 distinctive floor plans to suit you.

Kresz and Associates

Oak Park Regional Housing Center

1515 N. Harlem, Ste. #205-1 Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 434-0669 http://www.kreszandassociates.com

1041 South Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-7150 http://www.liveinoakpark.org

Residential and commercial real estate, purchase, sale, leasing, rentals, property management, relocation, foreclosure.

Free Apartment Referral Service.

Oak Park Residence M&M Property Management, Corporation 21 South Blvd.

Inc. 649 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-7355 http://www.mmpropmgt.com Property management.

Morlen Realty Corp.

137 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 524-5203 Commercial property management and brokerage. Home and commercial building inspection.

Oak Park Area Association of REALTORS 212 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-0150 http://www.oakparkrealtors.org Trade Association for local Realtors and real estate offices.

Oak Park City Apartments 675 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 386-0707 http://www.villagegreen.com/oak-parkcity-apartments Oak Park City Apartments combines the beauty of the

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-6061 http://www.oakparkrc.com

A community-based non-profit housing development corporation that leases over 750 rental apartments in Oak Park.

OakParkApartments.com 35 Chicago Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-7368 http://www.oakparkapartments.com Oak Park’s largest provider of apartment rentals.

Park Investment/OPVintage Properties 137 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 205-8000 http://www.scovillesquare.com Office and Retail Leasing.

ReMax In The Village 189 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-1400 http://www.homesinthevillage.com Realtors.

Ryan Hill Realty - The ATM Team 1122 Westgate, Suite 201A Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 674-7081 http://www.TheATMTeam.com Real Estate Experts in Luxury, Short Sale and Foreclosure real estate in the Western Suburbs.

Sokol Group 2254 W. Grand Ave. Chicago, IL 60612 (312) 421-2525 http://www.thesokolgroup.com Real Estate - Sales, rental, residential and commercial.

UrbanStreet Group, LLC 1010 Lake Street, Suite 503 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 251-0025 http://www.1010lakestreet.com UrbanStreet is a multi-faceted organization with an experienced group of real estate and construction professionals.

Weichert Realtors - Nickel Group 101 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-5550 http://www.weichertnickelgroup.com Buying or selling, we are your local real estate experts.

RENTAL EQUIPMENT MOVING & STORAGE

Prairie Title

A.A. Rental Center

6821 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-7900 http://www.prairietitle.com

30 N. Ninth Ave. Melrose Park, IL 60160 (708) 343-8110 http://www.aarentalcenter.net

Real Estate Title & Escrow Services.

Rental tools, equipment and party goods for work and play.

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Chamber Listings Affordable Backyard Tents 1101 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (630) 742-2407 http://www.affordablebackyardtents.com Party tents, tables, chairs, heaters, bars, linens, dance floors and more; handling all your party needs.

Clear-A-Path (312) 404-179 http://clearapath.org Clearing a path for family archiving, clearing, inventory, organizing, sorting & storage.

Kolovitz Movers P.O. Box 1183 Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 383-5567 http://www.kolovitzmovers.com Local household and office mover; Member BBB and Illinois Movers and Warehousemans Assn.

The Lock Up 1900 N. Narragansett Ave. Chicago, IL 60639 (773) 237-2700 http://www.thelockup.com

Chicago, IL 60634 (773)622-6144 http://www.bethesdahome.com Celebrating 105+ years. We value the aging process, focus on relationships, & offer a welcoming home community.

BrightStar® Care of Chicago and Berwyn 1 Westbrook Corporate Center, Suite 300 Westchester, IL 60154 (708) 551-2500 http://www.brightstarcare.com/berwyn BrightStar Care of Berwyn provides quality home care, caregivers, and medical staffing for infants through seniors.

Brookdale Oak Park formerly Holley Court Terrace 1111 Ontario St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-1111 http://www.brookdaleliving.com Senior Living facility located in vibrant downtown Oak Park within two blocks of shops, restaurants, and the movie theater.

Self storage/packing/moving supplies.

Caring Transitions of LaGrange - Oak Park

Twilight Party Rentals, Inc.

436 S. Lombard Ave., Suite 1S Oak Park, Illinois 60302 (630) 853-0992 http://EstateMoveLaGrange.com

9100 W. Plainfield, Ste. C Brookfield, IL 60513 (708) 447-9558 http://www.twilightpartyrentals.com Portable restrooms; party rentals (tents, tables, chairs, etc.); DJ Services.

SENIOR SERVICES

Belmont Village Oak Park 1035 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-7200 http://www.oakpark.belmontvillage.com

Specialists in helping older adults & others downsize, declutter, move & liquidate estates via estate sales/online auctions.

Always there for the Arts 708-358-5690

P.O. Box 950 • Oak Park, Illinois 60303 www.oakparkareaartscouncil.org • Find us on xxxxxxxxxx email: info@oakparkareaartscouncil.org

708-358-5690

P.O. Box 950 • Oak Park, Illinois 60303 www.oakparkareaartscouncil.org Find us on

email: info@oakparkareaartscouncil.org

TONY’S SHOE CLINIC 115 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park 708/383-2781

 Mon.-Sat. 7am-7pm 

Catholic Charities/Accolade 112 S. Humphrey Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 445-1300 http://www.catholiccharities.net Adult day services for seniors.

We are a leading Assisted Living and Memory Care provider, with an award-winning program for Mild Cognitive Impairment.

Celebrating Seniors Coalition

Bethesda Home and Retirement Center

Coalition formed to celebrate and honor older adults in our communities through an annual week-long event.

2833 N. Nordica Ave.

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OakPark, Park,River River Forest Forest and By raising funds for the arts, and advocating By raising funds for the arts, and advocating for policies for the policies that promote arts,economic, that promote arts, we enhance thethe social, we enhance the social, economic, and cultural foundations of our communities. and cultural foundations of our communities.

410 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 386-3133

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Chamber Listings Gunther’s Grades

(847) 685-9900 http://www.RainbowHospice.org

919 Thatcher Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 752-2886 http://www.gunthersgrades.com

We enable people to live with dignity and hope while coping with loss and the end of life.

Website for caregivers and seniors to share information.

ResCare Home Care

Home Instead Senior Care 6901 North Avenue, Suite 1F Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-9814 http://www.homeinstead.com Non-medical care companionship & home helper services enabling the elderly to live independently.

Help at Home, Inc 1100 Lake Street, Suite 130 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 358-0073 http://www.helpathome.com

Interim Healthcare 100 W. Industrial Dr., #124 Elmhurst, IL 60126 (888) 880-4686 http://www.interimhealthcare.com We provide comprehensive healthcare to patients who are homebound due to illness or disability. Specialty trained staff.

Oak Park Arms 408 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-4040 http://www.oakparkarms.com Award Winning Independent Living, Assisted Living and Short Term Stays for persons over 60.

Premier Home Health Care Services, Inc. 1011 Lake Street, Ste. 220 Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-0962 http://www.premierhomehealthcare.com Private home health aide, companion, specialty care for Alzheimer’s, Diabetes, Stroke, TBI, Hospice support.

Rainbow Hospice & Palliative Care 1550 Bishop Court Mount Prospect, IL 60056

1049 Lake Ave Suite 203 Oak park, IL 60301 (708) 386-1500 http://www.rescare.com/homecareservices/

ResCare is Respect and Care.

Assisting people to reach their highest level of independence.

Right at Home Oak Park/ Chicago 7000 W. North Ave., Ste. 1A Chicago, IL 60707 (708) 445-6000 http://www.rahoakparkchicago.net

Non-medical in home care for seniors & disabled adults. Custom care plans & dedicated caregivers keep you safe & comfortable.

Senior Citizens Center of Oak Park-River Forest 414 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park IL 60302 (708) 848-5251

Offering community services and activities to support our senior population in Oak Park and River Forest.

Synergy HomeCare 1515 N. Harlem, Suite 307-2 Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-4520 http://www.synergyhomecare.com/agencies/il/oak-park/oak-park

Customize elder care to fit your unique family situation. Free in-home consultation.

The Altenheim 7824 W. Madison St. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 366-2206 http://www.thealtenheim.com

Apartment rentals for independent seniors 55 and older.

Victory Centre of River Woods 1800 Riverwoods Drive

Melrose Park, IL 60160 (708) 547-5800 http://www.pathwaysl.com Award winning VIVA! Philosophy, a holistic, proactive approach to enhancing lives. Financial Assistance for those who qualify.

Visiting Angels of Elmwood Park 2117 N. 75th Court Elmwood Park, IL 60707 (708) 395-7992 http://www.visitingangels.com Nonmedical home care for seniors & disabled adults. Services include personal care, companionship, meals, light housekeeping.

SHOPPING & RETAIL

Divine Consign, Inc. 809 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 386-3366

http://www.DivineConsign.com Upscale Furniture Consignment Store. Quality Eco-Chic Home Furnishings, Revisited.

Dream Town, Inc. 4 W. Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7410 http://www.dreamtownshoes.com We sell brand name shoes, boots, hats & apparel from Nike, Jordon, Adidas, Timberland, New Balance, & more. Call for inquiries!

Fashionable Addictions

Amour De La Terre

130 Madison Oak Park, IL 60302 http://www.addictions-store.com

130 N. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 613-4098 http://AmourDeLaTerre.com

Frame House

Amour de la Terre is Chicago’s first all vegan/eco-friendly/ethically produced boutique for shoes & accessories.

Batteries Plus Bulbs 7111 W. North Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7885 http://www.batteriesplus.com Retail and commercial sales of 40,000 different Batteries and Light Bulbs. ‘’Any Battery - Any Bulb For Anything.’’

Bead In Hand 145 Harrison St. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 848-1761 http://www.beadinhand.com A retail bead shop with an extraordinary selection of beads and supplies, offering classes, parties and jewelry repair.

Costco of North Riverside 2500 S. Harlem Avenue North Riverside, IL 60546 (708) 853-1034 http://www.costco.com

Clothing boutique offering plus size and trendy fashions.

163 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 7083831616 http://www.myframehouse.com The Frame House Inc. provides custom and ready-made picture frames in the Oak Park area.

Garland Flowers 137 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-2777 http://www.garlandflowers.net Garland Flowers offers beautiful, fresh flower arrangements. Same day delivery for last minute gifts.

Great Frame Up 705 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-5588 http://www.oakpark.thegreatframeup. com We frame everything! Selection of fine art, photographs, & Chicago vintage prints. Quality photograph restoration.

Green Home Experts 811 South Blvd.

Oak Park, IL 60302

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Chamber Listings (708) 660-1443 http://ghexperts.com

Visit our friendly staffed green general store, garden center & design showroom. We help you create a safe home & environment.

Knot Just Knits 1107-1109 Westgate St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 948-7943 http://www.knotjustknits.com

http://www.westgateflowers.com/

We carry an extensive selection of flowers, plants, dried arrangements, balloons, gourmet gift baskets. Wedding specialists.Sports, Fitness, Recreation & Travel

CorePower Yoga 7513 Lake St. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 488-1071 http://www.corepoweryoga.com

Your source for knitting and crochet supplies, and guidance.

‘CorePower Yoga offers hot yoga classes, accessible to all skill levels. Stop in for a free week!’

Majamas Boutique

Dailey Method

909 S. Lombard Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 524-9643 http://www.majamasboutique.com

208 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 628-3352 http://www.daileymethod.com

Nursing and maternity clothing, accessories and more. Baby Clothes, Toys and accessories.

Women’s Loungewear. Jewelry.

Oak Park Jewelers, Inc. 101 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-9695 http://www.oakparkjewlers.com

Tag Heur - Tissot - Victorinox Pandora - Gabriel & Co. - Sylvie.

Sugar Beet Food Co-Op 812 W. Madison Oak Park, IL 60302 http://www.sugarbeetcoop.com

Sugar Beet Food Co-op is your one stop shop for high quality, sustainable foods all year round.

Open to all 7 days a week.

Ten Thousand Villages 121 N. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 848-4572 http://www.tenthousandvillages.com/ oakpark

Our one-hour full body workout combines ballet barre work, core conditioning, and stretching.

DeMaira Dance Studios, Inc. 1146 Chicago Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-1833 http://www.demaira-dance.com

Offering classes in all styles of dance. Lessons are for beginners through advanced dancers ages 3 to adult.

Fitness Formula Clubs 1114 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60301 (708) 383-1114 http://www.ffc.com

FFC owns and operates upscale, mid and large size multi-use health, sports, fitness, and spa centers in the Chicago area.

Huskie Wrestling Family 221 N. Kenilworth #408 Oak Park, IL 60302 http://www.oprfwrestling.com

Shop for fair trade personal accessories, home decor, gift & food items handcrafted from artisans in developing countries.

Nonprofit organization that supports the best youth wrestling program in the country including OPRFHS and club teams.

Westgate Flowers and Plant Shop

Oak Park Youth Baseball Softball

841 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 386-0072

941 Garfield St. Oak Park, IL 60304 http://opybs.org

need a new dress code at work? find a new job in our great classified section!

Classified.

In print. Online. oakpark.com/Classified

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Chamber Listings Through Oak Park Youth Baseball Softball, players and fans enjoy an atmosphere of fun and fellowship.

Pineapple Dance Studio 7518 W Madison St Second Floor Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 299-2608 http://www.pineappledance.org Aerial Yoga, Fly Yoga, Zumba, Capoeira, Hip Hop, Belly Dance, Yoga, Pilates, Latin Dance. Group parties.

Tan Travel 964 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 386-6363 http://www.tantrvl.com Full service travel agency serving Oak Park Community for over 25 years. With over 30 years of combined travel experience.

Tennis & Fitness Centre of OP-RF 301 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 386-2175 http://www.tenandfit.com Health Club, Complete Fitness Center, 8 Indoor Tennis Courts with Group & Private Classes, Personal Training, Pilates, Spinning.

Yoga Centre 266 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 524-YOGA(9642) http://www.theYogaCentreoakpark.com Yoga for everyone! Top classes for the Yogi, Intermediate classes for most of us, and Beginner and Kids classes to start.

TECHNOLOGY

Avenue Computer 159 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7592 http://www.avenuecomputer.net Virus removal, hardware repair, remote assistance, sales, recycling, and long-term home and business support.

Azure Horizons, Inc. 7115 W. North Ave., Ste. #185 Oak Park, IL 60302 (877) 494-6070 http://www.azure-horizons.com No more IT Headaches! Tired of slow computers, hangups, freezing and general mayhem that causes you to lose sleep at night?

Bannor & Bannor Web Design Oak Park, IL (708) 203-6513 http://www.bannorbannor.com Web Design. We help you bring your message to the world! Your site will look great on smartphones and home computers.

Chicago Computer Club 513 Madison St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (312) 404-6957 http://www.cccc.us Computer repair and sales. Free diagnostic testing.

CMIT Solutions 1012 Monroe Ave. River Forest, IL 60305 (708) 689-2170 http://www.cmitsolutions.com A leading provider of IT services and equipment for small and medium sized businesses.

Yoga Trek Center

Digital Bridge Solutions, LLC

911 S. Lombard Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 660-0868 http://www.yogatrekcenter.com

210 N. Racine Chicago, IL 60607

Yoga center in Oak Park Arts District offering a variety of classes and workshops with dedicated and knowledgeable teachers.

Digital Bridge Solutions builds compelling online content and commerce experiences for midsized enterprises.

(773) 644-5361

http://www.dbridgesolutions.com

Green Light Technical Services, LLC 6955 North Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 715-0965 http://www.greenlighttech.net

Element Cyclesport 1101 Chicago Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 948-7579 http://www.elementcyclesport.com\ Bicycle retail store.

Computer Network Consultant.

KCS Computer Technology, Inc. 9524 Franklin Franklin Park, IL 60131 (847) 288-9820 http://www.kcstech.com

IT consulting and management, network integration. Computer sales and service. WEB programming. Custom made servers.

Oak Park IT 529 N. Taylor Ave. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 323-5498 http://www.oakparkit.com

We provide solutions to home users and small businesses for Windows workstation and server platforms, networking and wireless.

Verizon Wireless 200 W. Adams Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 909-4616 http://www.verizonwireless.com

Discover the latest Cell Phones, Smartphones, Prepaid Devices, Tablets, Cell Phone Plans & Accessories from Verizon Wireless

TRANSPORTATION & AUTO

Autobarn Volvo of Oak Park 1140 Garfield Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 865-6898 http://www.volvooakpark.com

Authorized Volvo sales & service center, we sell new & certified preowned Volvos & other pre-owned makes.

Blue Cab 7417 Roosevelt Rd. Forest Park, IL 60130 (708) 383-2121 http://www.bluecab.us Taxi Service.

Greenline Wheels 105 S. Marion St. Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 725-7170 http://www.greenlinewheels.com We promote cycling and the local area through advocacy and rental of bikes and cycling accessories.

H & R Auto & Towing 805 Hannah Ave. Forest Park, il 60130 (708) 771-6900 http://hr-auto.com

Oil Express National, Inc. 6644 W. Roosevelt Rd. Oak Park, IL 60304 (708) 386-6080 http://www.oilexpress.com Ten Minute Oil Change Service.

No waiting,no appointments.

Transmission, differential and radiator fluid change services.

Our Planet Automotive Services Inc. 727 North Harlem Avenue Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 383-0053 http://www.ourplanetauto.com/ Comprehensive services for all parts of your vehicle, including Engine Repair, Transmission Repair, Emission & Exhaust Repair, Undercar Services, Brakes, Electrical/Electronics, Heating & Cooling.

WHOLESALERS & MANUFACTURING

Sahagian & Associates, Inc. 124 Madison St.

Oak Park, IL 60302 (708) 848-5552 http://www.sahagianinc.com Sahagian is a USA candy and snack manufacturer.

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AAA Heating & Cooling, Inc 773.586.5000 A Family Company serving Chicagoland Since 1957

Central Air Tune-Up

95

$ Regularly $145.00

per client

Answer Book Special

65

Furnace & Boiler Tune-Up Service • 16 Point Inspection

$

Regularly $89.95

per client

Answer Book Special

AAA Heating & Cooling is a full service HVAC company serving Oak Park and the surrounding communities since 1957.

$50 off any repair Expires: 6/30/16

901 Lake St., Oak Park, IL 60301

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Advertiser & Chamber Member Index

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*10 Shapes Design LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *7 Sandwich Shop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121, 147 *A Better Bookkeeping Solution . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *A .A . Rental Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 160 AAA Heating and Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165 *Active Maintenance Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 *Actors Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 *Affordable Backyard Tents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 *Aflac - Christopher Burns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *African American Christian Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129, 144 *AGC Northshore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *Aggrego . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *AGoodman Business Operations Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 *Alcuin Montessori School . . . . . . .42, 47, 48, 149 *Alexandra Baig, Financial Advisor at Waddell & Reed, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *Allen Realty & Builders / EAR Real Estate . . .159 Almart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 *Altenheim in the Park Senior Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 162 *Altierra Development Group LLC / Altierra Kitchen & Home Furnishings . . . . . . . . .82, 146 *AMC Accounting Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *American Mattress - Lake Street . . . . . . . . . .156 *Amour De La Terre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 Anastasia Poulos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 *Angelika Kuehn Law Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Angie’s Pantry, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 *Animal Care League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129, 144 *Anna Bass, CPA CMA CFM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Arcade Jewelers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 *Aria Group Architects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142 *Aripo’s Venezuelan Arepa House . . . . . . 109, 147 *Around Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Artemis, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Ascension Catholic School . . . . . . . . . . 42, 48, 55 Assured Air . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Austin Coming Together . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 *Autobarn Volvo of Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 *Autre Monde Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109, 147 *Avenue Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 164 *AXA Advisors, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *Azure Horizons, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124, 164 *Baird & Warner, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Baird & Warner, Inc . - Lois Bonaccorsi . . . . . . .81 *Bannor & Bannor Web Design . . . . . . . . . . . .164 *Barclay’s American Grille . . . . . . . . 109, 120, 147 *Batteries Plus Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162

*Bead In Hand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Belmont Village Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 130, 161 *Bentron Financial Group, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *Berger, Newmark & Fenchel, P .C . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Bern Realty, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Berwyn Development Corporation . . . . . . . .142 Berwyn Park District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *Best Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 Bethel New Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 *Bethesda Home and Retirement Center . . . . 161 *Beyond Properties Realty Group . . . . . . .76, 159 *Bibo-Walsh Retail Consulting Services LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142, 143 *Bladez Barbershop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Blue Cab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 *Blue Max Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109, 147 *Body Gears Physical Therapy . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Boiler Pros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 Book Table . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 *BrightStar® Care of Chicago and Berwyn . . . 161 *Brookdale Oak Park - formerly Holley Court Terrace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125, 161 *Burger Boss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109, 112, 147 *Buyers Protection Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 Buzz Café . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110, 111 *Camelot Education - Oak Park Campus . . . . 150 *Camp Bow Wow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Caporale Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Cappelli Institute of Music, LLC . . . . . . . . . . 150 Careful Peach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 *Caring Transitions of LaGrange - Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 161 *Carleton of Oak Park Hotel . . . . . . . . . . .120, 158 *Carlson Animal Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Carnivore Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110, 147 *Catholic Charities/Accolade Adult Day Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 161 *Celebrating Seniors Coalition . . . .123, 125, 161 *Cheney Mansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94, 140 *Chicago Computer Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 *Chicago Family Doulas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Chicago Health Medical Group . . . . . . . . .69, 153 *Chicago PhotoPress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Chicago Real Estate Resources . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Chicago Tribune . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Children’s Dentistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1, 153 *CHP International, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *Chris Guillen Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Christ Episcopal Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101, 144 *Chuhak & Tecson, P .C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Classic Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77, 159

*CLEAR-A-PATH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 *Clique Social + Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *CMIT Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 164 *Cold Stone Creamery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 *Combined Insurance Company . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *Community Bank of Oak Park River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 151 *Concordia University Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 48, 49, 53, 150 *Connect Hearing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 Cook County 1st District Commissioner Richard Boykin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 *Coplan & Crane, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *CorePower Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Corna Kitchen/Bath & Tile . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 146 *Costco of North Riverside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Counter Coffee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 *Country Financial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Craig’s Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 *Creativita . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Critter Care Pet Sitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Crown Royal Jewelry & Loan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 *Cucina Paradiso . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112, 147 *Custom Care Pharmacy LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Dailey Method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Dan Bjornson, CPA, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *David A . Noyes & Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 *David Agency Insurance, Inc . . . . . . . . . . 134, 157 *David Bores Home Renovations . . . . . . . . . . 146 *David Crosby Architects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *David King & Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *DeMaira Dance Studios, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Digital Bridge Solutions, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .164 DiSomma Foot and Ankle Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back Cover *Distinctive Coaching for Business Success Jason Rosado . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *Divine Consign, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Dominican University . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 57, 150 *Dominican University Performing Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 152 *Donna Marino, PsyD, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Dorolyn Academy of Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *Dowling Apartments, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Downtown Oak Park . . . . . . . . 19, 31, 32, 33, 140 *Dr . Bill’s Learning Centers . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 150 Dr . Kathleen Minaghan, DDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 *Dr . Kelly Opron, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Dream Town, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 153

Dressel’s Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 *Drs . Battistoni + Beam, Ltd . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Drs . Girgis and Associates, S .C . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Eastgate Cafe, Bistro, Books & Gifts . . . . . . .147 *Ebert Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *EcoLiving Cleaners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *EDM Capital LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Edward Cross & Sons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Edward-Elmhurst Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 *Edward Jones – Grote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 *Element Cyclesport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Elements Massage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108 *Elite Rehabilitation Institute . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 Elite Tire & Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 *Elmhurst Memorial Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Ernest Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89, 140 *Everett Wealth Solutions, Inc . . . . . . . . 156, 152 *Excel Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *Excel Window Tinting, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . .69, 146 *Exceptional Building Services . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *Eyrie Restaurant, RMU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111, 147 *Family Eye Care of Elmwood Park . . . . . . . . .154 *Farmers Insurance Group - Thomas J . Lewis Insurance Agency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Fashionable Addictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Fat Duck Tavern and Grill . . . . . . . . . . . .111, 147 Fathers Who Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135 *Felony Franks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111, 148 *Fenwick High School . . . . . . . . . . . . 50, 53, 150 *Final Finish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Final Touch Decorating, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146 *First Community Management . . . . . . . . . . 160 First United Methodist Church of Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102, 105 *Fitness Formula Clubs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Flat Top Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111, 148 *Flood Brothers Disposal Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *Food Obsession . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 *Forest Agency Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *Forest Park Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . .143 *Forest Park National Bank & Trust Co . . .58, 152 *Forest Park Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . .1, 154 *Forest Preserves of Cook County . . . . . .97, 144 *Frame House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Francisco Paladines, Architect DBA archiedifice studios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 *Frank Lloyd Wright Trust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Frazier Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Free Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102, 144 *Gagliardo Realty Associates, LLC . . . . . .74, 160

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*Gagliardo Realty Associates, LLC - Greer Haseman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 *Garland Flowers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 *Gerger & Greco Landscaping . . . . . . . . 95, 156 Glasser Preschool of Oak Park Temple . . 43, 104 *Gloor Realty Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83, 160 *GMS & Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 *Go Go Go Fundraising, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church . . . . . . .102, 103 Grace Lutheran School . . . . . . . . . . . . 48, 55, 104 Granny’s Corner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 *Great Frame Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Green Community Connections . . . . . . . . . . 144 *Green Home Experts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162 *Green Light Technical Services, LLC . . . . . . 164 *Green Medical Practice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Greenline Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91, 164 *Grimes Real Estate Services . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Guarnery Communications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Gunther’s Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *H & R Auto & Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 Hair Tech, The Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 *Headshot Gurus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 *Healthcare Solutions Team Carol Mancini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Hedgeman & Associates, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 *Heitzman Architects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 *Help at Home, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Hemingway District Business Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 143 Hemmingway’s Bistro . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112, 121 *Hephzibah Children’s Association . . 40, 131, 145 Heritage Tile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 *HighPoint Planning Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . 152 Hoeksema Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 *Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago O’Hare West . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Home Instead Senior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 *Housing Forward (formerly West Suburban PADS) . . . . . 131, 145 *Huntington Learning Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *Huskie Wrestling Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Illinois Vein and Vascular Center . . . . . . . . .154 *ImplementQ LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 inPresence LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3, 139 *Inside Edge PR & Media Services . . . . . . . . .139 Inspiration Kitchens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 *Intercultural Montessori Language School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 43, 150 *Interim Healthcare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 162 *Interiors By Janet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156

*It’s A Sign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *ITS Marketing NOW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Jack Carpenter Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Jamaican Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112, 148 *James Anthony Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 Jayne . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 *Jennifer Griffin Marketing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 *Jenny Shepherd Public Relations . . . . . . . . . 139 *JHF Consulting Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 *KCS Computer Technology, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .164 *Keeping Chicago Organized, LLC . . . . . . . . . .143 *Kelty Financial Services, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 *Kelty Lawn Care & Pavers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 156 *Kenny & Kenny, P .C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152 Keystone Montessori . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 49, 55 *Kim Frost Vocal Studios . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *Khyber Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 115 Kinetic Energy Electricians . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 Kingdom Community Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 *Kirk Eye Centers, SC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Kiwanis Club of Oak Park River Forest . . . . .145 *Klay Oven . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 *Kneaded Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Knot Just Knits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Koch & Associates, P .C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Kolovitz Movers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 *Kresz and Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Lake Street Kitchen + Bar . . . . . . . . . . . 115, 148 *Lake Theatre - Classic Cinemas . . . . . . . . . 140 Language and Music School . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 46 *L’Arche Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 *Law Offices of Kevin Bry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Lemonmade Style & Snips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Liberty Mutual Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Life Transitions Coaching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *LifeLine Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125, 154 *Lilies & Spikes, Kids & Teens Hair Salon & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 *Lindamood-Bell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *Lions Club of Oak Park - River Forest . . 38, 145 *Lisa J . Peters, MD, SC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Live Fresko . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115, 148 Local-Motions Performing Arts Organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 *Lou Malnati’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 148 *M Flores Painting Corporation . . . . . . . . . . .147 *M&M Property Management, Inc . . . . . . . 75, 160 MacArthur’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 *Madd Love Beauty & Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Madden Funds Management, Ltd . . . . . . . . . .152

*Madison Park Kitchen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 *Madison Street Business Association . . . . . .143 *Madison Street Theatre . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 140 Madison Street Shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 *Magical Minds Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *MaidPro Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 *Majamas Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Mama Tribe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Mancini’s Pizza Pasta Cafe . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 148 *Marion Street Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 148 Martial Arts & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 *Mary Ann Bender, DPM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *Massage Envy Spa Oak Park - River Forest . .154 *Mathnasium of Oak Park/River Forest . 45, 150 *Maya Del Sol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 118, 148 *MB Financial Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122, 152 McAdam Landscape Professionals . . . . . . . . . . 88 *McAdam Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 *McDonald’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118, 148 McNulty & Sons Plastering Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 *MeTech Designs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Minuteman Press of Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . .139 *Money Mailer of Chicago West . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Monica’s Skincare Boutique . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Montessori Language Academy . . . . . . . . . . . 40 *Morlen Realty Corp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 My Computer Doctor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 *Name On Anything .com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *NAMI Metro Suburban . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 132, 145 *Nathan Wright Landscape Design . . . . . . . . .156 *Native Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118, 148 *Nevin Hedlund Architects, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 143 *New Capital Management, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . .152 *New England Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154 *New York Life Insurance Company Tom Peterson, CLU®, ChFC®, CFP® . . . . . . 152 *New York Life Insurance Company - Terry Zachata . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Nicor Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 *Nineteenth Century Charitable Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 145 *Norman Professional Services . . . . . . . . . . .153 *North Avenue Business Association . . . . 19, 143 *North Avenue Dental Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *North Forest Medical Associates . . . . . . . . .155 *Not for Baby Boomers Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Novick Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *NowSecure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 *Nudera Orthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *NYE Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

*Oak Park - River Forest Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 144 *Oak Park - River Forest Community Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 39, 132, 145 *Oak Park & River Forest Day Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43, 45, 134, 145 Oak Park Area Arts Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 *Oak Park Area Association of Realtors . .71, 160 *Oak Park Arms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123, 162 *Oak Park Art League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 140 *Oak Park Arts District . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 144 Oak Park Chabad Jewish Center . . . . . . . 101, 103 *Oak Park City Apartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Oak Park Conservatory . . . . . . . . . . 90, 95, 140 *Oak Park Dental Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 *Oak Park Economic Development Corp .

(OPEDC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19, 88, 144 *Oak Park Elementary School District 97 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46, 52, 150 *Oak Park Festival Theatre . . . . . . . . . 15, 18, 140 *Oak Park IT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164 *Oak Park Jewelers, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Oak Park Kitchen and Bath . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157 *Oak Park Place Apartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Oak Park Prosthodontics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 *Oak Park Public Library . . . . . . . . . . 86, 88, 145 *Oak Park Regional Housing Center . .71, 75, 160 *Oak Park Residence Corporation . . . . 71, 77, 160 *Oak Park River Forest High School District 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47, 53, 150 *Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42, 131, 145 *Oak Park Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62, 134, 145 *Oak Park Youth Baseball Softball . . . . . . . . .163 *Oak-Leyden Developmental Services . . 132, 145 *OakParkApartments .com . . . . . . . . . . 71, 81, 160 *Oil Express National, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 *Old School Tavern & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . 118, 149 *Onion Roll Restaurant and Deli . . . . . . . 118, 149 *OperaGram .com® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 *Opportunity Knocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145 *OPRF Huskie Booster Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 *Orangetheory Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 O’Sullivan’s Public House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 *Our Planet Automotive Services Inc . . . .22, 164 *Ovation Academy for the Performing Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18, 150 *Ovation Dental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Palmgren Acupuncture Center, Inc . . . . . . . . .155 *Papaspiros . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120, 149 Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians & Gays, Bisexuals & Transgender . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 39

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Park District of Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 *Park District of Oak Park . . . . . . . . 93, 98, 145 *Park Investment/OPVintage Properties . . . 160 Pediatrics Unlimited, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 *Pellegrini & Cristiano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158 *Peterson & Associates Insurance . . . . . . . . .158 *Peterson-Bassi Chapels Funeral Home . . . . .153 *Phillips Mechanical Heating & Cooling LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147 *PHS Locksmiths . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *Piggyback Tavern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120, 149 *Pineapple Dance Studio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 PJ’s Ace Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .156 *Pleasant District Association . . . . . . . . . . 19, 144 *Pleasant Home Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . 91, 141 PM Walsh Realtors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 *PNC Bank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Poor Phil’s Bar & Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . .120, 149 *Prairie Plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 *Prairie State Animal Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 *Prairie Title . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75, 160 *Premier Home Health Care Services, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124, 162 *Prevail of Illinois . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 132, 146 *Printing Store, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Pro Musica Youth Chorus . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 141 *Project Green Environmental Solutions . . . .157 Providence St . Mel High School . . . . . . . . . . . 56 *Pryor Tax Accounting Services . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Quantum Capital Investments . . . . . . . . . . . .153 *Rainbow Hospice & Palliative Care . . . . 124, 162 *Red Mango Cafe and Juice Bar . . . . . . . . . . . 149 *Relaxation Plantation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Re/Max In The Village Realtors . . . . . . . 73, 160 *Re/Max in the Village Realtors - Kyra Pych . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 *ResCare Home Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 162 *Residential Cleaning By Maggie . . . . . . . . . . 157 *Resultant Staffing Solutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 *RIC-Spine & Sports Rehabilitation Center . .155 *Right at Home Oak Park/Chicago . . . . 126, 162 Riteway Brick Restoration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137 *River Forest Chocolates, LLC . . . . . . . 122, 149 River Forest Community Center . . . . . . . . .13, 97 *River Forest Park District . . . . . . . . . . . .97, 146 *River Forest Public Schools District 90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 48, 150 *River Forest Township . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62, 146 Riveredge Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 *Rodan + Fields® Dermatologists . . . . . . . . . 155 *Roosevelt Road Business Association . . 19, 144

*Rose Mattax LCPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Rotary Club of Oak Park River Forest . . .39, 146 *Roy Strom Refuse and Recycling Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Royal Christian Bookstores & Cafes . . . . . . . . 103 *Rush Oak Park Hospital . . . . . . Inside Front Cover, 7, 65, 155 *Rush Oak Park Physicians Group – Adult Medicine, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Rush Oak Park Physicians Group – Anchor, . .155 *Rush Oak Park Physicians Group – Diabetes, 155 *Rush Oak Park Physicians Group – Elmwood Park, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Rush Oak Park Physicians Group – Family Medicine, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Rush Oak Park Physicians Group – North Riverside, . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *Russell Burck Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 *Ryan Hill Realty - The ATM Team . . . . . . . . . 160 *Sage Neuropsychology Consultants . . . . . . . 155 *Sahagian & Associates, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164 *Salon 212 and Day Spa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 159 *Sara Cohen Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 *Sarah L . Sears, Legal Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 *Schauer’s Hardware Store . . . . . . . . . . . .29, 157 *School of Rock Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 151 Scottish Home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126 *Scoville Square . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Sear’s Pharmacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 *Seaway Supply Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 Secular Jewish Community & School . . . 105, 106 *Senator Don Harmon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144 *Sengpiehl, Paul, Attorney At Law . . . . . . . . . 158 *Senior Citizens Center of Oak Park-River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 162 *Serenitea, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121, 149 *Serenity Acupuncture, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 *ServPro Oak Park River Forest . . . . . . . . . . .157 *Seven Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 Shear Elegance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 *Shiny Stands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159 Shriner’s Hospital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 *Sign Express . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Skrine Chops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 *Skyzone Trampoline Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141 *Smart Love Family Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Snip City Hair Salon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 *Sokol Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Sonya Gilbert Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Sound Care Hearing Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 *Southtown Business Association . . . . . . . . .144

*Spannuth Boiler Company, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . .147 *Spike’s, The Boutique Hotel for Dogs . . . . . .159 Spin Doctor Appliance Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 *Spirit Cultural Exchange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Spotless Car Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 St . Edmund Parish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 50, 105 St . Giles School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 50, 105 St . Vincent Ferrer School . . . . . . . 45, 46, 53, 106 *Starship Restaurant & Catering . . . . . . . 122, 149 *State Farm Insurance – Grant . . . . . . . . . . . .158 State Farm Insurance – Larry Williams . . . . 141 State Farm Insurance – Lenore Koca . . . . . . . .128 *State Farm Insurance – Terry Lemley . . 90, 158 State Senator Don Harmon & State Representative Camille Lilly . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 *Sugar Beet Food Co-Op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 *Symphony of Oak Park & River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 141, 143 *Synergy HomeCare . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128, 162 *Tan Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148, 164 *Taste of Brasil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122, 149 *Ten Thousand Villages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90, 163 *Tennis & Fitness Centre of Oak Park – River Forest . . . . . . . . . . 99, 164, Back Cover *Terri Fry Brukhartz, LCSW, CPCC . . . . . . . . . .144 *The 206 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149 *The Barre Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 The Collaboration for Early Childhood . . . .41, 57 *The Eyeglass Shop, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155 The Hearing Place . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124 *The Lock Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 The Oaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126 Third Unitarian Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104 Thrive Counseling Center . . . . . . . . . .65, 67, 134 *Thrivent Financial . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 153 Tony’s Shoe Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 *Tori Soper Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 *Trattoria 225 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116, 122, 149 *Tree of Life Health Center, PC . . . . . . . . . . . .156 *Triton College . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57, 151 *Twilight Party Rentals, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 *UCP Seguin (formerly Seguin Services) . . . . . . . 136, 146 *United Real Estate, Buyer’s Agent – Jim Blaha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 *Unity Temple Restoration Foundation . . . . .142 Unity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation . . . . . . . . . .104, 107 *Update Interiors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157 *UPS Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142, 144 *UrbanStreet Group, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160

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