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July 2020 Number 520

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Pictured, Crestwood Police Chief Dave Weigand presents letters of appreciation to Roy Erikson of Roy Erikson Outdoor Maintenance and Don Filipavicius and Jacob Pasakinskas of Baltic Lines. Both companies assisted Crestwood Police by providing barriers, such as trucks, trailers and containers, in the driveways of Rivercrest Mall, Walmart and Menard’s and Aldi’s and Chick-fil-A, to prevent vandals and looters from getting in those parking lots. Because of their assistance, there were no incidents at any business at those locations.

Police Recognize Companies That Helped Ensure Crestwood’s Safety

Have You Received Your 2019 Water Quality Report?Please keep an eye on your mailbox. The Village has mailed out the 2019 Consumer Confidence Report. This annual water quality report is a report that is given every year to residents. If you didn’t receive your copy and would like one, feel free to contact the Village Water Department at (708) 371-4800.

We are so excited to announce that we will be reopening Monday June 29th, 2020!

We have missed seeing you all. Over the last several months, we have been working hard cleaning, organizing, remodeling and improving our Rec Center. When you return, things may not be exactly ‘normal’ to you, but who said normal was the way to be?

Our Aquatic Fitness classes will resume ASAP. Our instructors are ready and will see you in the pool. A few new procedures have been put into place.

YOU MUST REGISTER FOR ANY POOL CLASS OR LAP SWIM TIME. AGAIN, BEFORE COMING IN, IF YOU WANT TO TAKE AN AQUATIC CLASS, USE THE HOTTUB OR USE THE POOL FOR A LAP SWIM, ALL POOL USAGE MUST BE REGISTERED.

You may register by going on CRESTWOODFITNESS.COM. Click on “online registration.” A username and password are needed. Please call (708) 371-4810 to obtain these.

IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE WITH MAKING YOUR APPOINTMENT, PLEASE CALL. A FRIENDLY STAFF MEMBER WILL BE READY TO ASSIST YOU.

Our hours may be shortened temporarily during the next couple weeks. We appreciate your patience and understanding. As we move through each phase, we will need to adjust policy and procedures. Extra cleaning and sanitization will be done to ensure the health and safety of all of our guests and staff.

We are working diligently to bring back all of our activities and programs just as soon as possible. You may notice some new faces at CRWC when you return. After many years, longtime Director Joe S. (Crestwood Joe) has decided to end his career with the Village of Crestwood. We wish Joe well on his future endeavors and thank him for many years of service with us.

We would like to welcome new Parks and Recreation Director Rocco Mossuto. Many of you may recognize Rocco. Rocco has been a guest of CRWC for some time now, as well as having worked with many of our camps and events in the Village. We look forward to working with Rocco to create a wonderful atmosphere and environment for all of

our guests. Be sure to welcome Rocco to our Village and take a few minutes to introduce yourself.Swim lessons will resume the week of July 14th, 2020, for any students who were actively taking class prior to our mandated closure. If you haven’t received a call already, please contact us at (708) 371-4810 for further details. The new session of swim lessons will begin Aug. 4th, 2020. Open registration will begin July 14th, 2020. Please come into visit us to register after July 14th, 2020.

You may notice some activity at the ball parks. We couldn’t be more excited that all recreational sports both inside and outside are resuming! We look forward to helping getting the kids moving and exercising again. We have been working on the soccer, softball, baseball and T-ball fields to ensure that they are ready to play!

CRWC Reopening

The Village of Crestwood is pleased to announce that its annual Fourth of July Sparks in the Park event at Ozinga Field, home of our Windy City Thunderbolts, will take place this year on Friday, July 3rd. Available entry to parking lot begins at 8:00pm. Fireworks begin at dark. Due to the COVID-19 crisis, the Village will operate under different guidelines this year. The stadium will NOT be open for the viewing. Viewing will be

strictly from cars in our stadium lot directed by our police, EMA and fire department. You are welcome to picnic in place, but please keep the area tidy. NO alcohol will be allowed in vehicles. Please note that as the stadium will NOT be open, no on-site bathroom facilities will be open to the public. Please practice social distancing while viewing. Stay tuned for any updates on our Village website or Facebook page.

Crestwood’s 6th Annual Sparks in the Park is a GO!

(Photo: U.S. Air Force/Senior Airman Danielle Quilla)

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Dear Neighbors,

As you know, this year continues to present greater challenges than any of us expected. The ongoing pandemic is still a concern, and we still need to take great care, even as Gov. Pritzker expands to Phase 4 reopening of our state.

But COVID-19 isn’t the only major disruption to our lives in recent months. We’ve also seen civil unrest break out nationwide in the wake of the George Floyd killing in Minneapolis, and communities everywhere have wondered if their streets and businesses will be targeted. As your mayor, I want to assure you that we take such threats very seriously. If you perceived a lack of precise information being provided to you on the Village of Crestwood website and Facebook page during the days of looting, it was for a reason. We were directed by both our own police department and the Statewide Terrorism and Intelligence Center (STIC) not to post too much detailed information on social media, as looters were taking social media cues to pick their targets. You, our residents and businesses, are the Village of Crestwood, and your safety is of paramount importance to us. I am very proud of our police department and am grateful to our neighboring departments for the professional manner in which they handled this situation and all situations that potentially put our citizens at risk.

As I write this letter, we are poised to advance to Phase 4 of reopening. We are in a time of year when it’s very tempting to get out, socialize and have fun as we’re so accustomed to doing. We strongly urge you to continue to take precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 so that we do not have to step back to an earlier phase, or

even having to self-quarantine all over again. Please continue to observe social distancing and the wearing of adequate personal protection equipment when out and about, and follow recommended guidelines for safe Phase 4 reopening.

We have just received word that our children will be returning for in-person schooling in the fall. We do not yet know what this will look like, but we will share details on any developments in that direction as they become available. Please continue to check the Village website and Facebook page, as well as the upcoming editions of the Crestwood Adviser.

For now, let’s look forward to a safe Phase 4 transition. We look forward to expanded activities at the Crestwood Recreation & Wellness Center, as well as at the Biela Center in the near future.

In addition, we have also confirmed that this year’s Shredding Event for Special Olympics will take place on Saturday, Aug. 22nd, from 9:00am-12:00pm at the Crestwood Police Dept., 13840 Cicero Ave. Cost is $10 for the first computer-paper box of materials, $5 for each additional box, with all proceeds going to Special Olympics Illinois.

Let’s stay safe, stay well, and stay on the move!

Sincerely,

Mayor Lou Presta

Message From The Mayor

Village Board Meetings - 8:00pmCrestwood Civic Center | 14025 Kostner Ave | July 16th

Committee of the Whole - 7:00pmVillage Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | July 14th

Planning Commission – Zoning Board 8:30pmVillage Hall | 13840 S. Cicero Ave | July 13th and 27th

Village Meeting Schedule

Residents are asked to save the date for the upcoming Village-wide Garage Sale event, to be held July 17th-18th. While there is no cost for a permit, it is still required for residents to stop by at Village Hall to obtain one. We encourage everyone to continue practicing social distancing as best as possible, to wear masks, and we encourage those hosting garage sales to take preventative and mitigation measures as possible. Carrying hand sanitizer with you — and using it frequently while shopping — would not be a bad idea.

Village-Wide Garage Sale Is a Go!

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Important Numbers

Village Hall ………………..……..…………....…..13840 S. Cicero Ave.Main: (708) 371-4800 Fax: (708) 371-4849Hours: Mon., Wed., Thu., Fri.: 9:00am-4:00pmTues.: 9:00am-8:00pm

Police Department ………………..…………......... 13840 S. Cicero Ave.Main: (708) 371-4800 x 5007 Fax: (708) 371-8307Nonemergency (708) 385-5131 Emergency: 911

Fire Department ……………….……………….......13840 S. Cicero Ave.Main: (708) 371-4800 x4000 Fax: (708) 385-2836

Recreation & Wellness Facility ………………...... 5331 w. 135th St.Main: (708) 371-4810Hours: Mon.-Thu.: 5:30am-10:00pm Friday 5:30am-8:00pmSat.-Sun.: 7:00am-5:00pm

Library ……………….....…………….……….........4955 135th St.Main: (708) 371-4090Hours: Mon.-Thu.: 9:00am-8: 00pmFriday: 9:00am-5:00pmSaturday: 9:00am-4:00pmSunday: Closed

Worth Township ………………..…………….…….. (708) 371-2900 (Residents north of 135th)

Bremen Township ………………......................... (708) 333-9530 (Residents south of 135th)

Republic Services.……………….........................(708) 385-8252

IDOT………………..……………….………………...(847) 705-4222

Cook County Highway Dept. ………………...…..(708) 448-8006 or (847) 705-4228

Summer temperatures can put us and our grid to They say someone’s junk is someone else’s treasure! Many treasures throughout the Village will be found starting July 1st, 2020!

It’s that time of year again. We might be a bit delayed this year, but it’s happening. Starting July 1st, 2020, you may start having garage sales in the Village. You must come to Village Hall to obtain a permit. The fee for the permit is $5.00.

We ask that during your setup process of your sale you remember to practice the IDPH guidelines. You must be respectful and safe. Below are some helpful guidelines to help you set up your garage sale in a safe manner.

• Practice social distancing by doing the following:

• Place posters encouraging social distancing for customers to see upon arrival and while

shopping.• Set up tables and chairs within 6 feet apart.• Use heavy-duty tape to form a flow for

customers to follow throughout the sale.• Ask customers to stand in a line, while

spread apart, during a high traffic times.• Clean all tables and chairs several times

throughout the day.• Make sure all merchandise is washed and

dried and/or wiped down with a disinfectant product before placing on a table or chair for sale.

• Wipe down all tables and chairs using disinfectant at the end of the day or in the morning before the next day of the sale starts.

• Wear masks and disposable gloves at all times during the sale.

• Have hand sanitizer with at least 60 percent alcohol on tables and other places for customers to use.

Crestwood Garage Sales Are Back

Village of Crestwood Parking Crestwood Village ordinance prohibits parking on any village street between 2:00am and 6:00am. The reason for this ordinance is so police will be alerted to abandoned vehicles or suspi-cious vehicles that require investigation. This ordinance also ensures that all streets throughout the Village will be open to fire and rescue equipment in the event of an overnight emergency. This is especially necessary in areas where narrow streets can block large fire trucks. We will continue to enforce this ordinance. Thank you for your cooperation with this ordinance. The ini-tial fine for this violation is $75.00. This is a Village-wide ordinance. PLEASE BE SURE THAT YOUR LATE NIGHT AND OVERNIGHT GUESTS ARE MADE AWARE OF THIS AS WELL!

After long debate and discussion, we have had to make the tough decision to postpone our National Night Out event scheduled for Aug. 4th, 2020, due to COVID-19 concerns. As much as we were looking forward to the best NNO ever, we feel it is the responsible thing to do at this point during a pandemic. There is just no safe way to abide by the social distancing recommendations at this type of event.

For the past several years, this event has been a summer highlight for our police department and a great way to interact with our community, friends and family. Crestwood Police value our strong bond with our community members and look forward to this event each year.

As you can probably imagine, conducting a successful National Night Out requires significant planning. We have some of the best volunteers who work to make this such a great community event. Our NNO committee is already hard at work on the details for an upcoming event.

As things start to come together, more information will follow in the coming weeks.

If you are in need of further information about participating in NNO, contact Commander Art Ronan at (708) 926-7233 or email [email protected]

National Night Out Postponed


Shredding Event Fundraiser to Take Place Aug. 22nd

With an eye to the November general election, Gov. JB Pritzker recently signed SB 1863 and HB 2238 into law. The legislation provides for vote by mail (VBM) applications to be sent to all recent voters in Illinois, expands early voting hours at permanent polling places, elevates security on the signature verification process, and makes Election Day a statewide holiday.

“In the face of a pandemic, massive economic upheaval, and renewed calls for racial justice, it's more important than ever that Illinoisans can hold accountable a truly representative and transparent government — and that means ensuring all eligible residents can wield their right to vote in a way that doesn't risk their personal health,” Gov. Pritzker said. “Sending vote by mail applications to residents who have participated in recent elections will allow more people to exercise that right from the safety of their own homes and help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.”

Under the new law, local election offices must mail or email vote by mail ballot applications and the VBM timeline to voters who cast a ballot in the 2018 general election, the 2019 consolidated election or the 2020 general primary election, including voters who registered or changed addresses after the primary election. Voters who

submit their application for a VBM ballot by Oct. 1st will receive their VBM ballot by Oct. 6th.

The new legislation requires the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) to:

• Post an application for a vote by mail ballot on its website;

• Modify the online voter registration system to allow a new registrant to apply for a VBM ballot when completing the online registration;

• Provide notice to each election authority about what it must do to comply with the new law; and

• Adopt emergency rules to provide reimbursement for expenses related to the 2020 general election incurred as a result of COVID-19 and the new requirements.

To improve the signature verification process, the legislation elevates the standard for rejecting a VBM ballot. The election authority now will be required to appoint a bipartisan panel of three election judges to verify voters' signatures and the validity of the ballots. Previously, only a single election judge made this determination. In an effort to prevent overcrowding at the polls on Election Day, expanding early voting hours will

help ensure election authorities are able to comply with the Illinois Department of Health (IDPH) safety and health guidance. Permanent branch polling places are required to be open from 8:30am-7:00pm on weekdays and from 9:00am-5:00pm on the weekends and holidays. The legislation permits the use of curbside voting, in which voters can fill out the ballot outside of the polling place. The bill also authorizes election authorities to establish additional early voting hours for voters whom COVID-19 presents increased health risks. To further promote safety on Election Day, the legislation requires local election authorities to establish a central voting site where anyone who lives in the jurisdiction can vote, regardless of their precinct. Additionally, the bill makes Election Day a holiday for all government offices, except election authorities, K-12 schools, and post-secondary institutions governed by the State Universities Civil Service Act. The state has already established Election Day as a holiday for state employees.

The trailer bill, HB 2238, requires collection boxes to be locked and opened only by election authorities. It also requires ISBE to establish additional guidelines for the security of these sites.

The new laws take effect immediately.

New Laws Aim to Protect Electoral Process, Voters in Illinois

For the last several years, during the month of June, the Crestwood Police Department has sponsored a document shredding fundraiser benefitting Special Olympics Illinois. This year, however, we have had a few complications.

First we had the COVID pandemic and, as you know, almost everything was closed down. We did everything possible to limit our exposure to protect our officers as well as the citizens. As we moved to Phase 4, we were also hit with the unexpected challenge that our previous shredding provider had been purchased by a national company and we were unable to make shredding arrangements.

Since June we have received numerous phone calls from residents inquiring if we were still hosting the event, showing us that there is still such a need for our event. Some of the callers even indicated that they save their shredding each year because our event benefits Special Olympics, and we thank you for your continued support.

We are now proud to say that we have partnered with Beaver Shredding, a locally owned company that is anxious to be part of our annual event.

The date has been set for Saturday, Aug. 22nd from 9:00am-12:00pm or until the truck is filled to capacity, and the event will take place at the Crestwood Police Department.

All are welcome to bring their personal and business documents for shredding. This includes old tax returns, business records, bank statements, cancelled checks, credit card statements, bills, receipts, and any other documents.

Shredding will be done for $10 for the first box and $5 for each additional box. All shredding is done on site, and you can watch as your documents pass through the truck mounted shredder provided by Beaver Shredding.

According to law enforcement sources, this is one of the easiest ways to protect yourself against identity theft. Identity theft is the nation’s fastest growing crime according to FBI statistics. Nearly 9 million Americans have their identity stolen each year. In fact, you or someone you know may have experienced some form of identity theft.

Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personally identifying information, like your name, Social Security number or credit card number, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes. Identity thieves may rent an apartment, obtain a credit card, or establish a telephone account in your name. You may not find out about the theft until you review your credit

report or a credit card statement and notice charges that you didn’t make — or until you’re contacted by a debt collector.

ALL PROCEEDS OF THE FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT SPECIAL OLYMPICS ILLINOIS


A new portion of the Playfield Area Infrastructure and Rehabilitation Project will start up after the July 4th holiday to replace water mains in the western part of the Village. Funded by a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the project will be located on 131st Street (west of W. Playfield Drive) and all of Fairway Drive from 131st St. to Central Ave. Construction is scheduled to be completed in the autumn with right of way and driveway restoration completed thereafter.

Project involves the construction of approximately 3,000 lineal feet of 6-inch and 8-inch ductile iron

water mains to include valves, hydrants, fittings, and water service replacements. The purpose is to replace old, leaking cast iron pipes and prevent the excessive loss of water and revenue of the past decade. The expected total cost for this water main project is a little over $1 million, with the federal government covering 75 percent of the costs, and Crestwood paying 25 percent.

The project is in keeping with Mayor Presta’s commitment to seek out every available grant fund to pay for needed infrastructure repairs and replacements. “I came into office in 2013 seeking to

prepare Crestwood for the future, and rebuild aging water lines, sewers and roads,” said the Mayor. “Our Board of Trustees and I have been relentless in looking for available grants and very low interest State financing to pay for these projects. This U.S. Army Corps of Engineers grant represents a great victory for our taxpayers and residents.”

Construction is slated to begin after July 6th. Additional water main construction, sanitary sewer and road work will continue throughout the rest of 2020 in the Playfield neighborhood. Questions can be directed to Village Hall at (708) 371-4800.

New Fed-Funded Water Project to Start in Early July

Camping in the Forest PreservesWith so many of our favorite summer activities and events being canceled this year due to COVID-19, it’s good to know that there are a few treasured outdoor pastimes that can be done safely in Cook County’s Forest Preserves. Camping is one of them, due to the fact that you’re outdoors and typically isolated from other groups. (Group camping in the Forest Preserves is closed until further notice.)

Camping in the Forest Preserves has opened up

in selected locations, including Camp Bullfrog Lake (Willow Springs), Camp Reinberg (Palatine), Camp Shabbona Woods (South Holland) and Camp Sullivan (Oak Forest). These four locations currently are open from Thursday evening to Sunday morning for tents and cabins, and every day for RVs. (Camp Dan Beard remains closed.) Each of these campgrounds features cabins, tent pads, shelters and fire rings, as well as its own distinct character, and a different selection of amenities and lodging. Some are set near a lake or river, while others may cozy up to a nearby nature center.

For more information on planning your ideal camping getaway, visit the Forest Preserves of Cook

County website at fpdcc.com/camping. Be sure to also visit the Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Events, Locations & Precautions page at fpdcc.com.

For campsite reservations currently scheduled through Sept. 7th, there will be no penalty for rescheduling or canceling, regardless of whether the Forest Preserves or the permit holder initiates the cancelation. To reschedule or receive a refund, call (855) YES-CAMP (855-937-2267) or email [email protected].

Though group camping is currently restricted by the Forest Preserves, camping remains one of the safer summer activities available during the COVID-19 pan-demic.


Home improvement projects have been a popular way for many to pass the time in quarantine during the ongoing pandemic. Painting is an easy and affordable way to update our surroundings, but when we’re finished, we often find that we’re left with a partial can of paint left over. Since leftover paint can be hazardous, as it contains materials that can leak into the ground, cause physical injury to sanitation workers, or contaminate septic tanks, great care is needed in the proper disposal of latex paint.

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency encourages residents to safely dispose of old or

unwanted latex paint on their own. Simply allow the empty paint can dry, then throw it away. To speed up the drying process: Add kitty litter, shredded paper or sawdust to absorb the remaining paint in the can, or pour the paint into a bag.

SAFETY ALERT!• When leaving paint out to dry, be sure to keep

it in an area away from children, pets and open flames.

• It is not recommended to leave out numerous cans of oil-based paint to dry out because of a build-up of fumes.

• Never pour liquid paint into the trash or down drains.

When the skies go to blue-grey and you start hearing the rolling of thunder, it’s a good bet that lightning is on its way. The threat of lightning should be taken seriously wherever you happen to be. Whether you’re inside or outside, here are some important points to keep in mind when lightning appears in your vicinity:

Outdoors:• First and foremost: There is no safe place

outside during a thunderstorm.• If thunder is within earshot, you are within

range of a lightning strike. Seek shelter in a home, large building or a hard-topped vehicle immediately.

• Do not run under a tree for shelter during a lightning storm. Trees act as conduits and

attract lightning — by standing at the roots, you’re making yourself a target.

• Avoid windows and doors, and stay off of porches.

• Remember: There is no safe place during a thunderstorm. Picnic areas or other structures with just a roof, as found in many parks, are not safe during a lightning storm. Small sheds are likewise unsafe.

Indoors:• Turn off computers, stay off of corded phones

or anything else directly connected to your home’s power source or its plumbing. (Cordless phones and cellphones are OK.)

• Do not wash your hands, bathe, shower, or do laundry or dishes during a lightning storm.

If a person is struck by lightning, call 911 immediately. If the person has no pulse and is not breathing, don’t wait — attempt CPR right away, if you know how.

When Lightning Is in the Forecast

Know what to do when lightning strikes in your vicinity.

Proper Disposal of Latex Paint

Care is needed when disposing of unused latex paint, but proper disposal is easy. (Photo: U.S. Air Force/Kem-berly Groue)

With Gov. Pritzker approving the move of the state into Phase 4 of reopening, it’s important that for everyone to understand that while things are improving, this does not mean that the COVID-19 pandemic is over. It means that through the diligence and care that many have taken to prevent and mitigate the spread of the virus, we are slowly learning to live with it and to re-engage life while respecting the boundaries that this contagion demands.

Let’s look at the implications of Phase 4 and see what’s permissible and where we should continue to exercise greater caution.

PHASE 4: REVITALIZATION

What This Phase Looks LikeThere is a continued decline in the rate of infection in new COVID-19 cases. Hospitals have capacity and can quickly adapt for a surge of new cases in their communities. Additional measures can be carefully lifted allowing for schools and child care programs to reopen with social distancing policies in place. Restaurants can open with limited capacity and following strict public health procedures, including personal protective equipment for employees. Gatherings with 50 people or fewer will be permitted. Testing is widely available, and tracing is commonplace.

What’s Open?Gatherings: All gatherings of 50 people or fewer are allowed with this limit subject to change based on latest data & guidance.

Travel: Travel should follow IDPH and CDC approved guidance.

Health care: All health care providers are open

Education and child care: P-12 schools, higher education, all summer programs, and child care open with IDPH approved safety guidance.

Outdoor recreation: Outdoor recreation generally allowed. (Note from South Side Mayors & Managers Association: As of right now, the idea of playgrounds being open in Phase 4 is still being discussed. A decision on whether outdoor playgrounds can reopen has not yet been made. We have been told that we received poor information earlier about reopening and will be told as soon as a decision is made by the Governor’s Office. Stay tuned — will provide any update once known.)

BUSINESSES:Manufacturing: All manufacturing open with IDPH approved safety guidance“Non-essential” businesses: All employees return to work with IDPH approved safety guidance; Employers are encouraged to provide accommodations for COVID-19-vulnerable employees.

Bars and restaurants: Open with capacity limits and IDPH approved safety guidanceGaming establishments: Open with capacity limits and IDPH approved safety guidancePersonal care services and health clubs: All barbershops, salons, spas and health and fitness clubs open with capacity limits and IDPH approved safety guidance.

Entertainment: Cinema and theaters open with capacity limits and IDPH approved safety guidanceRetail: Open with capacity limits and IDPH approved safety guidance.

How We Move to the Next PhasePost-pandemic: Vaccine, effective and widely available treatment, or the elimination of new cases over a sustained period of time through herd immunity or other factors.

What Could Cause Us to Move BackIDPH will closely monitor data and receive on-the-ground feedback from local health departments and regional healthcare councils and will recommend moving back to the previous phase based on the following factors:

• Sustained rise in positivity rate• Sustained increase in hospital admissions for

COVID-19 like illness• Reduction in hospital capacity threatening

surge capabilities• Significant outbreak in the region that

threatens the health of the region

Sources: coronavirus.illinois.gov, SSMMA

Crestwood Moves One More Step Toward Reopening


We at the Village would like to remind residents that while the purchase of fireworks may be legal elsewhere, that many types of fireworks are not legal to buy, sell or use in Illinois.

In addition to the illegality, people tend to overlook the obvious dangers involved as adults as well as children can be burned or injured from the heat, fire, projectiles and explosions many of these fireworks produce. Take a look at just a few of the harsh facts surrounding the dangers of fireworks:

• Most commonly injured by fireworks: kids under 4, followed by children 10-14.

• Each year, fireworks are responsible for roughly 17,000 fires.

• Sparklers burn at 1,200° F or more.

Due to the risks to public safety and property, Village ordinances prohibit any person from possessing, manufacturing, storing, selling or exploding fireworks in the Village all year round. The law in Illinois does not change over the July 4th holiday or any other holiday.

Let the professionals put on the show and just enjoy! Source: U.S. Air Force

Staying Safe on the 4th of July

AMC theaters recently announced its intention to re-open its movie theaters nationwide. Starting Saturday, August 1st, AMC will open roughly 450 — about 90 percent — of its theater locations, with most of the rest of its theaters opening by the end of the month. AMC states that the health and safety of its employees and customers are paramount, and that it would not open its facilities without the greatest of confidence in the safety

measures being implemented. AMC’s Safe & Clean™ initiative includes seat capacity restrictions, social distancing efforts, new intensified cleaning protocols, contactless ticketing, expanded mobile ordering of concessions, along with high-tech sanitation and disinfection solutions, including HEPA filter vacuum cleaners, MERV 13 air ventilation filters and more.

For a more comprehensive review of AMC’s Safe & Clean policies and procedures, visit the company website at amctheatres.com and click on the “Welcome Back to the Movies” prompt.

AMC Theaters to Reopen August 1st


Many of us take pride in flying the Stars and Stripes year round. Others fly the flag on Independence Day. As July 4th nears, we feel it’s a good time to review the guidelines on how to properly fly Old Glory as outlined in the U.S. Flag Code.

1. Never let the flag touch the ground. When hanging or displaying your flag, the key is to not damage it — so don’t drop it or let it touch anything beneath it.

2. Never wear the flag as a costume. The U.S. Flag Code makes very clear that no part of the flag should be worn as sportswear or as a costume, or used to make drapery or bedding. For those who really want to show off their patriotism, opt for a patch or a lapel flag pin worn near your heart.

3. Never display the flag except from sunrise to sunset, unless it is lighted at night. This means, according to the American Legion, that other people should always be able to recognize the flag. If there’s bad weather, you must take the flag down unless you have an all-weather flag.

4. Never place the flag anywhere but at the peak of the staff, except when the flag is at half-staff. When the flag is suspended over a sidewalk from a rope extending from a house to a pole at the edge of the sidewalk, the flag should be hoisted out, union first, from the building. (The union is the blue field of stars.) When hanging the flag vertically, the union must always be at the top.

5. Never wad the flag, but rather fold it properly. The way you store your flag is important. The American Legion says to fold it into a triangle, similar to a three-corner hat, with the blue and stars showing.

6. Never raise the flag slowly: It should be raised briskly, but lowered slowly and ceremoniously.

7. Never carry the flag flat or horizontally. It should always be carried aloft and free.

Never display the flag with the union down. Only in instances of extreme danger to life or property should the flag be displayed that way, as a distress signal.

Source: www.aarp.org

The Correct Way to Fly the Stars and Stripes

When folding the flag, fold it into a triangle starting at the stripe end so that the union field is showing when you’re finished.

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Sitting under the stars by a crackling fire has its appeal. It’s where stories are told, sing-a-longs happen, and meals are cooked over an open flame. Campfires bring family and friends together. But campfire mishaps can cause injuries. With a few safety tips, you can prevent these accidents.

Roast with CareIf roasting marshmallows, help young children. Never shake a roasting marshmallow. It can turn into a flying, flaming ball. A heated metal skewer cancause burns.

SAFETY AROUND THE FIRE Before setting up a campfire, be sure it is permitted.

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Clear away dry leaves and sticks, overhanging low branches and shrubs.

Avoid burning on windy, dry days. It is easier for open burning to spread out of control when it is windy and dry.

Watch children while the fire is burning. Never let children or pets play or stand too close to the fire.

Attend to the campfire at all times. A campfire left alone for only a few minutes can grow into a damaging fire.

Keep a campfire small which is easier to control. Never use gasoline or other flammable or

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If your clothes catch fire, stop, drop, and roll. Stop, drop to the ground and cover your face with your hands. Roll over and over or back and forth until the fire is out.

Treat a burn right away. Cool the burn with cool water for 3 to 5 minutes. Cover with a clean, dry cloth. Get medical help if needed.

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Look What’s Cooking!!!

Tuesday July 14th: Belated 4th of July BBQ Grilled Hot Dog and Hamburgers and ALL the BBQ fixingsFriday July 17th: Chicken Wrap, Fresh fruit and French fries Tuesday July 21st: Stuffed Tomato with Chicken salad and Pasta Friday July 24th: Walking Beef Taco’s and Avocado Salad Tuesday July 28th: BLT Club Sandwich & Summer veggie soup Friday July 31st: Kettle Fried Turkey Sandwich and Fruit Salad

Enjoy a delicious lunch for $5.00 at the Biela Center Tuesday and Fridays. Lunch is served at 12:00pm. Bingo and a movie start at 1 p.m.. Lunch reservations must be made ONE WEEK in advance. Outside Food: No outside homemade food can be brought in. Exceptions: parties and special, approved events.

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Town and County Art League: Time: 6pm to 9pm

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Trip information updatesTrips: Listed below are some trips that have been rescheduled and some we are interested in doing once state guidelines per-mit.

Both the Village and Biela Center Facebook page will be updated as trips and events become available.

To our friends and family,As of Monday, June 29th, 2020, we will reopen. Yay!!!!!

We hope you are all doing well and can’t wait to see you. We will be following the state of Illinois guidelines regard-ing social distancing, wearing of masks and capacity. Tem-perature taken upon entering.

Can’t wait to see ALL of you!!!!!Linda Ashley and the Biela Team

• Chicago White Sox game- Elvis Night

• Sandwich Craft Fair• Shipshewana • Kane County Flea Market

• Elgin Kennel Club Dog Show • Kane County Doll Show• Night of 1,000 Jack O’ Lanterns • Behind the Scenes tour at

Paramount theatre

CLASSES Classes: Fitness Class will be back to regular scheduled time and classes starting Monday July 6th, 2020 at 11:15am to12:00pm.

Diana is soooooooooooooooo Excited !! Computer, Crochet, Line Dancing, Painting and some new classes will be starting up soon!

Classes continued….. • Computer Classes:

Resume date to be determined • Crochet Classes: Sessions

Resume date to be determined • Town and County Art League: Resuming July

10th, 2020 TCAL Regular scheduled meeting, July 10th from 6-9 p.m. We are also hoping to have an oil painting workshop on Tuesday, July 23rd, from 9:30 - 3:30 more details to follow

• Personal Protection Classes for Seniors Coming to the Biela Center in August 2020

Events • Senior Golf Outing is scheduled for Tuesday

September 8th, 2020. We are so ready for the FUN to begin!

Senior Club• Senior Club: Wednesday August 5th, 2020 at

12:00pm• Fun and Games: All can resume play as of June

29th, 2020: Cards, Mexican Train, Pool, Scrabble, and Canasta

• Village Bus Service: 708-371-4800. Our Village Bus Service is still running.

Town and Country Art League

Town and Country resumes July 10th, 2020 at the Biela Center in Crestwood

Our guest for our July 10th meeting is Dr. Phyllis Kozlowski, who will be

conducting a critique of members' paintings and drawings. Dr. Kozlowski currently

serves as Chair of the Fine Arts and Humanities Department at Moraine Valley

Community College, is past president of the Illinois Art Education Assc.

and Vice President of the National Art Education Assc. Dr. Kowzlowski exhibits

professionally as an artist and her work is in a number of corporate collections.

Date: July 10th, 2020

Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Board member meeting: 6:00pm to 7:00pm

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Aware that many in their communities have been struggling financially due to job losses, staff members from District 218 funded a food drive that helped 35 families.

The project supported families with students who attend Shepard High School, Delta Learning Center, and Summit Learning Center in District 218.

Staff members donated $2,000 while IEA Local 218 gave $300, and Eisenhower High School teacher

Gladys Marquez secured another $1,500 in grant funds from the National Education Association.

Shepard, Delta and Summit staff members and their families purchased and organized the food. Shepard staff members Beth Pawlowski, Erin McLean, Kelly Myron, Esther Roth, Pam Werniak and her daughter, Amanda, and Dr. Jim Weber and his daughter, Marie, distributed the food.

“At 8:30 we packed the food and then distributed

to families for pick up at Shepard. In addition, food was delivered to the homes of five families who had no means of transportation to school,” Weber said.

The Village is grateful to everyone involved in this project for taking the initiative to help their neighbors. Well done!

Life in 2020 has presented new challenges and risks for all of us. One risk that none of us can afford to take that still too many of us do is texting while driving. We know the temptation when we’re at the wheel — we get a text notification and we want to see who it’s from, and what it’s about. And if we take that step to read it while driving, we’re that much more tempted to respond.

If this sounds familiar to you, it’s likely time for you to change your initial response when you receive that notification. If you’re on the road and you receive a text message, or realize that you need to send one, instead of reaching for your phone, begin to look for a convenient place to pull over or pull off the highway. You may add a couple of minutes to your commute, but you will be doing your part to help keep our roads safe, and you might save your life as well as that of others.

Remember that texting and driving is also now considered a moving violation. If you receive three moving violations in the course of a year, your license will be suspended. This also includes operating the GPS on your phone, playing music, or any instance in which your phone distracts you from your driving. If Illinois State Police so much as catch you with your phone in your hand, they will issue a citation. So while we’re on the road, let’s rethink how we react when those notifications come in!

Shepard Feeds 35 Families in Time of Need

A Reminder to Not Text and Drive

Staff members and alumni of District 218 wait to dis-tribute donations to families in their approaching cars at the food drive at Eisenhower High School on June 6th.

Texting while driving is illegal and can result in hefty fines, driver’s license point reductions and suspensions. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, at least 3,300 drivers are killed annually from distracted driving while another 424,000 are injured each year. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman Sadie Colbert/Released)


Shepard Students Qualify for Foreign Language NHSShepard High School recently honored its students who met the rigorous standards for induction the foreign language National Honor Societies for students of French, German and Spanish.

Criteria included completing three semesters of language study, a grade point average of 3.6 in respective language classes, and an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.

Shepard students qualifying for French NHS for the first time included Angelina Alexander, Jennifer Arreola, Saniah Calvin, Alondra Gamboa, Alexis Garfias. Kelly Greene, Roxanne Habbal, Kassy King, Estefania Lopez, Emma Reilly, Brianna Sweas, Heidi Venegas and Skielar White.

Juniors who qualified again included Kaitlyn Begley, Katherine Davila, Jacqueline Garcia, Lilly King, Alexis Oliver, Haley Patel, Sophie Penciak, Jordan Ramsey, Gianna Vancura, Ella Wegrzen, Patty Wrobel and Olivia Wasag.

Seniors who qualified again included Jagoda Bartula, Jessica Crowe, Eloni Jackson, Kateri Olivares, Ellie McGovern, Kate McGovern, Sara McNicholas, Ally Mikos, Matthew Rivera, Erin Scott, Madelyn Stepuszek and Nicole Walsh.

More than 25 students from Shepard High School met the rigorous qualifications for induction into Delta Epsilon Phi, the national honor society for students of German.

Shepard students qualifying for induction into Delta Epsilon Phi for the first time included Angelyse Jones, Stephen Lezon, Shea Fitzgerald, Amina Qureshi, Liam Gayduk and Ashley Miller.

Returning members (non-seniors) included Meagan Ruger-Smith, Avalyn Krastin, Alexander Lunaburg and Miyah Safi.

Seniors who qualified again included Damian Kiernia, Mark Frye, Cole Esparza, Lynn Beaumont, Maxwell Szykowny, Tyler Picl-Ludwig, Emily Correll, Kateri Olivares, Alissa Robinson, Eric Spindler and James Boudreau.

Shepard students qualifying for Spanish NHS included Jimmy Abarca, Fadi Abour, Julia Alvarez, Julissa Anaya, Anthony Baffi, Natalia Bafia, Wiktoria Barnas, Marra Bell, Connor Bomon, Gabija Brazauskaite, Kaila Butvilas, Hector Cabrera, Adriana Campos, Isabella Carbajal, Tiffani Carlsen, Jai-Lynn Carter, Julius Casanova, Sofia Cerullo, Isaac Cieplak, Amanda Cinkus, Rich Cinkus Joe Cinkus.

Also, Stephanie Cuzco, Marcin Czaja, Katherine Daguio, Jimena Diaz, Ameyalli Dominguez, Chloe Dunigan, Christian Dziadkowiec, Yadira Eck, Arovelle Edwards, Abderrahmane Elhoumaidi, Isela Enriquez, Riley Evoy, Jack Evoy, Margaret Evoy, Maddie Feldner, Marissa Florez, Liam Galvin, Jacqueline Garcia, Agnesa Gashi and Katarzyn Geraszek.

Also, Elliana Hall, Emily Hanley, Meadow Homa, Abigail Horton, Lidia Jablonski, Kaylee Janakos, Mackenzie Jasudowicz, Daniel Kleina, Juliana Knies, Brian Kopec, Eva Kozlowski, Danielle Lafin, Krystyna Lanowski, Rachel Lappano, Elizabeth Lappano, Kostandino Latka, Stephanie Lepak, Riley Lyons, Linnea Marsh, Jessica Marszalek, Katherine Masias, Maya McGhee, Abigail Michaels, Daniel Mitchell and Marian Monteclaro.

Also, Natalie Nowak, Haley Ohm, Bianca Onsurez, Evelyn Ortega, Naomi Paramo, Janely Perez, Jared Puente, Lira Quetzally, Graciella Ramirez, Isabella Ramirez, Krysta Reveche, Francesca Serdar, Isabella Silva, Jeremy Soldan, Gianna Spain, Justyna Staszel, Mary Stepuszek, Colton Sterling, Calah Strohacker and Gia Swanson.

Also Jae’da Thompson, Laila Todd, Audrey Toomey, Breeana Torres, Jozalynn Vawter, Monica Vigil, Myesha Weatherly, Kemora Wells, Kaley Zaldivar, Abdulkareem Zatar, Laila Zatar, Michelle Zelinski and Allison Zemeckis.

A presentation given by a Moraine Valley faculty member at a national conference is evolving into a continuing education course for medical technologists across the country.

Anna Jannak, instructor and co-coordinator of the college’s Medical Assistant Program, presented at the American Medical Technologists 2019 conference, offering her expertise on ways nurses and other members of the medical profession can better treat and care for patients with hypertension.

Jannak, who started her first nursing job in 1991, is humbled by the association’s decision to transform her presentation into an e-learning course for others in the industry to earn continuing education credits. “I feel so fortunate I can share my experiences and knowledge and all those years of stories I have with patients and other coworkers,” she said.

Her presentation resonated well with attendees. “I spoke in a room with seating for about 90 people. All of the seats were taken, and there were people standing in the back. Some people even wanted to take pictures with me, so, yes, it went very well,” she said.

Jannak said she believes her topic was so well-received because hypertension is a common chronic disease. According to the American Heart Association, more than 80 million Americans age 20 and older—about one in three adults—have high blood pressure.

“I talked about my real experiences with patients and how to teach them to take control of their own health,” Jannak said. “It’s important to keep the lines of communication open with patients. Nobody wants to know they have hypertension. That really is a lifelong commitment to take care of yourself so we need to be sure we give patients the tools to make that commitment.”

“It’s great to see Anna’s knowledge and passion for healthcare is not only recognized at Moraine Valley, but also at the national level. This is truly a well-deserved honor for her,” said Dr. Kiana Battle, dean of Career Programs.

The e-learning course is expected to be available to members of the association in the fall.

Moraine Valley Faculty Presentation Selected for National Course

A presentation by Anna Jannak, instructor and co-coordinator of Moraine Valley’s Medical Assistant Program, is being developed into a continuing education course for medical technologists nationwide.


The Village would like to once again remind As the pandemic continues, so does the shortage of blood donors. Vitalant (formerly LifeSource) has issued a call for volunteers to donate blood, and has put in place safety protocols to prevent the spread of COVID-19. At a time when health care workers are under a high degree of stress, lack of blood supply for their patients is another added and unnecessary stressor that they do not need. But you can make a difference. One pint can save as many as three lives. There are Vitalant donation facility locations all over the Greater Chicago area, including one conveniently located in Oak Lawn at 9517 S. Cicero Ave. Call (708) 346-9928 or visit donateblood.lifesource.org to schedule an appointment today!

Summer temperatures can put us and our grid to the test, and with many of us staying inside due to ongoing COVID-19 concerns, ComEd wants to remind customers that higher temperatures can also lead to higher energy bills, and advises you that you can save energy and money this summer by following a few simple tips:

• Turn Off Your Lights: Turn off your lights when you leave a room. Turning off just one 60- watt incandescent bulb that would otherwise burn eight hours a day can save you up to $23 per year.

• Switch Off Your Computer at Night: Turning off your computer at night could save you up to 13 percent in energy costs, depending on your use and power management settings. Save even more by plugging your computer, monitor, and printer into one power strip and turning the strip off when you go to bed.

• Unplug Electronics You’re Not Using: Many electronic devices continue to draw power even when they are turned off. By unplugging devices and chargers when they are not in use, you can avoid paying for this extra energy.

• Spotlight Your Work Spaces: Overhead bulbs can brighten a space, but often use more light than you really need. Using a kitchen counter light while preparing dinner — or a small lamp to read a book — brings better light to the task at hand and saves energy.

• Add 10 Degrees: Turn your thermostat up 10 degrees higher during the summer when you leave your home and before going to sleep. You could save up to 15 percent a year on cooling costs.

• Close Your Blinds in the Summer: Cooling your home in the summer takes a lot of energy. You can help keep your home cool by limiting

the amount of sunlight that enters by shutting the blinds during the day. If you close your blinds when the sun is up to prevent heat from entering your home, you can lower your cooling bills this summer.

• Use a Ceiling Fan: This summer, instead of blasting the air conditioner (and blowing your electric bills through the roof), use a ceiling fan to keep cool. Using a ceiling fan may allow you to raise the thermostat setting about 4 degrees without impacting your comfort.

• Adjust Your Water Heater: Set the temperature of your water heater to 120°F. Every 10 degrees you reduce your hot water temperature saves you, on average, 3-5 percent in energy costs.

For more energy-saving tools, tips and resources, visit ComEd.com/homesavings.

Property Tax Bills Due Aug. 3rd

Second Installment Cook County property tax bills have been posted to cookcountytreasurer.com, where property owners can see how much they owe two weeks before the bills are received in the mail in early July, Treasurer Maria Pappas said recently.

The Second Installment is due Aug. 3rd, but property owners can pay without any interest charge through Oct. 1st, 2020, thanks to an ordinance urged by Pappas and passed by the Board of Commissioners in May.

“Because of the recession, many homeowners and business people are worried about paying the Second Installment,” Pappas said. “By going to my website, they can read their bills and make plans.”

To download a copy of your tax bill or to make a payment, visit cookcountytreasurer.com:

• Select the blue box labeled “Pay Online for Free”

• Search by property address or enter your Property Index Number (PIN)

• There is no fee if you pay from your bank account

Second Installment bills include any property tax reassessments and exemptions calculated by the county assessor and tax rates calculated by the county clerk.

The printed bills, with a due date of Aug. 3rd, are to be mailed by the beginning of July. Payments after Oct. 1st will be charged 1.5 percent per month, as required by law.

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Have a professional tree cutting service trim branches that might fall on electric wiring. Use a wooden or fiberglass ladder outside. Keep the ladder at least 10 feet away from power lines. Never touch anyone or anything in contact with a downed wire. Power lines may be live, stay a safe distance away. Report downed wires to authorities right away.

Power Lines

Lighting to improve the look and safety of our homes, electric tools to make our outdoor work easier, and power lines to our home, all need to be handled with care.

Lighting to improve the look and safety of our homes, electric tools to make our outdoor work easier, and power lines to our home, all need to be handled with care.

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IMPORTANTREMINDERCall “Before You Dig”

(8-1-1) before any digging on your property. They will mark where your

underground utilities are located. It’s a free service!

• Use lighting and power tools that are listed by a qualified test laboratory and make sure they are made for outdoor use.

• Use extention cords that are listed by a qualified test laboratory and are marked for outdoor use.

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Moraine Valley to Offer Classes Predominantly Online for Fall SemesterMoraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills will continue to offer its courses predominantly online for the fall semester and has shortened its academic calendar.

Fall classes will occur in two formats online or hybrid. Most classes will be online offered in synchronous and asynchronous formats. The hybrid offering, when classes are taught both online and face-to-face, is reserved for career and technical education courses and select laboratory classes that require a limited amount of time on campus to learn and practice hands-on skills. Classes offered in this format will run at a reduced seat count and include program areas like health sciences, fire science and emergency medical technician, and trade fields, like welding, automotive and heating and air conditioning.

The college also has shortened its academic calendar by a week, reducing the semester from 17 weeks to 16 weeks. The adjustment will help to account

for any flare up of the pandemic, which has been predicted to occur as winter approaches.

The hybrid class offerings also will begin on Aug. 10, earlier than the rest of the college’s classes, which start on Aug. 24.

Registration for the fall semester is underway. New students can get started remotely with step-by-step instructions at morainevalley.edu/starting-remotely.

Attention VeteransIf you were honorably discharged from the U.S. military and believe you suffer from an injury or illness that you contracted because of your service, you are invited to attend a meeting of the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), Chapter 84 in Oak Lawn to get help in filling a claim for your injury or illness.

There is no charge or fees for this service. The DAV is

a national service organization comprised of veterans dedicated to helping other veterans receive the medical attention and compensation they deserve.

DAV Chapter 84 meets on the First Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Johnson Phelps VFW Post Elks Lodge #1596, 4428 Midlothian Turnpike, Crestwood, Illinois. National and Chapter Service Officers will be available to assist you in filing a claim for compensation and medical assistance. Bring a copy

of your DD-214 to the meeting with you.

Again, this service and all subsequent services provided by the DAV are free of charge. To learn more about the DAV and its mission to serve disabled veterans visit their website at: www.DAV.org.


CRESTWOOD RESIDENTS are invited to place free advertisements in the Crestwood Adviser. Free classified ads are offered to Village of Crestwood residents only and are limited to 20 words or less and can include information related to the following items:

Garage Sales Lost and FoundLarge AppliancesAutomobilesMotorcyclesBoats and Trailers

FREE CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING FOR CRESTWOOD RESIDENTS!

NON-RESIDENTS AND AREA BUSINESSES can place classified advertisements for goods and services for just $5.00 for twenty words under the following categories:

Garage SalesAppliance and Electronics SalesTransportation (Cars, Boats, Motorcycles) Homes for Sale or RentApartments for Sale or RentEmployment OpeningsJobs Wanted

To place your classified ad call 708-293-1430

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JUNECrossword Solution

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JUNESudoku Solution

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JULY CLASSIFIED

Carlsen, Lee F., passed away at his Crestwood home on Wednesday, June 10th, 2020, at the age of 72. Beloved father of Erin (Keith) Gonsowski, Kevin (Dana) Carlsen, and Lisa (Patrick) Kohlstedt. Loving grandfather of Jonathan, Grace, Jillian, Steven, and Erica. Dear brother of JoAnn (Rich) Schreiber. Fond uncle of Judy, Jimmy, Annette, Lori, and (late) Bobby. Loyal member of Local Union 701. Proud Director of American Lawmen Motorcycle Club. Lee, better known as Dusty, Diesel, or Double D, enjoyed life when he was fishing (especially at Deer Lake, Minn.), camping on the Minnesota/Canada border, riding his motorcycle with the club and in Sturgis, playing a good card game (Thursday poker night at the club and anything at Vegas), soaking up the sun anywhere, teaching his grandkids to count by playing blackjack, hanging out with good friends at the club, and loved drinking a cold beer and his favorite, VO, while hanging out with family and friends. He also took pride getting a good deal on anything and was never shy to use expired coupons. He was forever grateful to his late nephew Bobby (Bubbles) for sponsoring him into the American Lawmen Motorcycle Club 17 years ago. We love you forever and we’ll miss you, Dad! Due to these unprecedented times and the health and safety of all, visitation and funeral services will be private. Interment will occur at Evergreen Cemetery in Evergreen Park. Arrangements entrusted to the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood. Call (708) 824-9000 or visit www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Earley, John "Jack" M., passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 2nd, 2020, at the age of 82 years. Beloved husband of Charlene R., nee Rochon, former owner of Crestwood Florist for 39 years. Loving father of Jack, Thomas (Connie), Joseph (Teresa), and Laura Earley. Dear step-father of the late Diana “Dee.” Cherished grandfather of Clay, Austin, John (Katie), Kristina (Severn), Sierra, and Autumn. Fond brother of Kathleen (Woody) Lamp and Robert Earley. Special lifelong friend of many. Due to these unprecedented times, and the health and safety of all, visitation and funeral services will be private. Arrangements entrusted to the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood. Call (708) 824-9000 or visit www.becvarfuneralhome.com

OBITUARY


SUMMER SPORTS

In Focus: Seen Around CrestwoodLet’s see Crestwood from your point of view! We are asking residents to submit their pictures of Crestwood and local happenings to feature in our monthly editorial “In Focus.” We will select our favorites to share every month in the Crestwood Adviser. Please forward your pictures to Michelle Beneventi at [email protected]

“The Curious Gang” by Antonio C.V taken by Rubio Woods / South End Lane

“Beautiful Swan Family” by Liz Gonzalez, taken from the Cal Sag Trail

Message From the Village: Play Ball! We would like to welcome back Crestwood T-Ball, baseball and softball as part of our Phase 4 reopening plan. Please come and cheer on your favorite teams at the ballpark. “Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” — Babe Ruth

Message From the Village: Play Ball! We would like to welcome back Crestwood T-Ball, baseball and softball as part of our Phase 4 reopening plan. Please come and cheer on your favorite teams at the ballpark.

“Never let the fear of striking out keep you from playing the game.” — Babe Ruth

Following an announcement from the Frontier League that the 2020 championship season has been suspended due to the ongoing gathering and travel restrictions in many of the league’s locations, all 2020 scheduled home games for the Windy City ThunderBolts have been canceled. Alternate ThunderBolts’ games and events during the 2020 calendar year are not planned.

“While we are saddened by the official announcement from the league regarding the fate of this year’s championship season, we absolutely agree with the decision and look forward to working hard for a fantastic 2021,” stated ThunderBolts General Manager Mike VerSchave. “We would like to thank all of the individuals and organizations that support us, especially our fans, sponsors, host families and season ticket holders. While it will be a long off-season, we look forward to seeing you back at the ballpark next spring.”

State health and safety guidelines will permit

Ozinga Field to be open for amateur baseball, and we look forward to hosting these types of events this summer. Any amateur team (adult & youth) wishing to inquire about facility availability can call us at (708) 489-2255 or email Mike VerSchave at [email protected].

Final notes regarding the suspension of the entire 2020 ThunderBolts season …

• All game tickets and reservations for any 2020 home game are canceled. All group leaders with reservations of any kind will be contacted by their team representative to discuss your future options regarding your canceled reservation.

• All 2020 ticket vouchers, food vouchers, donation family four-packs and parade vouchers can be used for any game during the 2021 season. Exchanges will be allowed once 2021 single-game tickets go on sale (usually in April). However, you can also just walk up on a game day next year for your exchange, so hold on to

these items!• All actual 2020 game tickets are now void. These

tickets are not good for exchange.

Please call our offices at (708) 489-2255 or email [email protected] with any questions. Updates regarding the 2021 season will begin in the fall.

See you next year, ThunderBolts fans!

Statement From the Windy City ThunderBolts

‘Crestwood Adviser’ Great Way to Reach Local Customers The Village of Crestwood wants local business owners to know that the Crestwood Adviser, in addition to being a great way to stay in touch with what’s happening in your community, is also one of the most cost-effective ways to reach your local customer base. By advertising in the Crestwood Adviser, your ad reaches the entire Crestwood population, and at a fraction of the cost of what a direct mail piece would cost in postage alone. Better still, the Crestwood Adviser is read and left for others to read, which is more than we can say for most direct mail advertisements, the overwhelming majority of which end up going straight in the trash or recycling bin.

To inquire about advertising rates in the Crestwood Adviser, please call (708) 293-1430 or email [email protected].

Documents

U. S. Postage Paid A Village on the Move · 2020-06-30 · July 2020 Number 520 A Village on the Move U. S. Postage Paid CR-RT Std. Midlothian, IL 60445 Permit #38 Crestwood Postal