On Saturday January 28, 2006 at The General Assembly; Illinois Jaycees Convention in Decatur, Illinois, The Woodridge Jaycees were presented with "The Granddaddy of all awards" - the coveted Giessenbier Award for the year, the highest possible honor that can be received from The Illinois Jaycees. The Woodridge Jaycees are now The Top Chapter in Illinois for 2005. With 131 Chapters in the State of Illinois, The Woodridge Jaycees bulldozed through all of them, (Naperville, Palatine, Elgin, Joliet, Aurora, Springfield, Peoria, etc, etc - even Chicago!!) to take the Giessenbier Trophy back home to The Village of Woodridge. It was truly Oscar Night for The Woodridge Jaycees. By the end of the evening, The Woodridge Jaycees walked off the stage and down the red carpet with nearly 20 individual awards. The most awards received for any Illinois Jaycees Chapter.
We received the Giessenbier Award for our population Division and that is according to your population in your community, then the President's Club award, which mean we were at least +2 each month and ended up plus 41 by year's end regarding members. We also received THE OUTSTANDING Local Membership Development Vice President Runner up, Gina Cihak, then we received Blue Chip which is excellence in Programming and Membership, then we received Overall Sweepstakes in the Community Area of Opportunity, which we were #1 for community and the events and projects we did in the community. Then for the 4th Quarter, which is the last quarter of the year we received The Outstanding Chapter Newsletter for the Fourth Quarter, Git R' Done, then we received Membership VP Choice Award for the Fourth Quarter for a project called More Cushion for the Pushin' into 2006, which was an ad we ran to obtain more members. The ones that say The Outstanding are the top honors, but remember with all this the Giessenbier was the best award The Woodridge Jaycees could have won. We also received Overall #1 Community Project for Operation Guardian Angel, The Woodridge Jaycees received Outstanding Development V.P. - Debbi White, then we received The Outstanding Community Development Chapter, then we received Runner up Metro Chapter for the 4th quarter, which means our chapter has over 100 members and we were runner up for the 4th quarter, we one first for this in the 3rd quarter. We also received 1st place for Individual Area of Opportunity Division 6, in our division only, then we received 1st place for International Area of Opportunity for the International things we do for our division as well, then 1st place for Business Area of Opportunity in our Division.
The Woodridge Jaycees are a training organization, providing leadership skills and interpersonal skills to help young business professionals become an outstanding member of society. They do that though Community Service. The Jaycees are unique in that they are the only service organization allows people to help themselves by helping others. It is a win-win situation. Individuals from the Community between the ages of 21 to 39 can make a differencein the Community and at the same time develop into a better human being. The Woodridge Jaycees is here to serve the Community as it helps it’s members develop those skills to succeed. The WoodridgeJaycees has events to help the Community all Year along.
On Thursday February 26, The Woodridge Jaycees really celebrated at their General Membership Meeting for February at the Corner Clubhouse. It was a birthday pizza party, celebrating The Woodridge Jaycees 13th Birthday, have being established in February 1993. The Giessenbier award was presented this evening.
The Woodridge Jaycees rock!!!
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With The Secretary of State For Illinois and Founder of The Jesse White Tumblers, Jesse White, At The Woodridge Jaycees Event Under Savannah's Big Top At Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois
With Dairy Man, and Politician - Jim Oberweis. He is Chairman of The Board For Oberweis Dairy and Oberweis Asset Management
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With Jill Carlson From Fox Sports and WFLD Fox 32 at The Woodridge Jaycees - "How To Pump Up Your PR" and Press and Media Day and Expo
With Judy Biggert United States Congresswoman From Illinois Representing The 13th District
With Larry Wert, President of NBC WMAQ Channel 5 - Chicago
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With Gunnery Sgt. Larry Pyles From The United States Marine Corps At Ribfest in Naperville, Illinois Please Support Our Troops
With Danielle Serino News Anchor & Reporter and Host of "The Bottom Line" on Fox Chicago At The Woodridge Jaycees Event - Under Savannah's Big Top Outside Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois
With llinois State Senator Carole Pankau From District 23
With Rob Waller Band at Taste of Des Plaines. Rob Waller Band does The Official Theme Song For Mike Kara Presents. It's called 5am. Check out their website and make sure to buy! buy! buy!!! Plenty of Copies of their new CD - Outside The Day!!!
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With Cara Carriveau Mid-Day Host From The Loop - WLUP 97.9 - Chicago
With Ronald McDonald For The Woodridge Jaycees Event - Under Savannah's Big Top At Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois
With Jackie & Jen - The Durietz Twins - "Chicago Most Famous and Cutest Twins" http://www.chicagotwins.com I currently serve as webmaster for Their Website!! You've seen them on The Ricki Lake Show, The Jerry Springer Show, On National Syndicated Television Program - Shipmates, The Cute Twins on The Pert National Television Advertisement, plus much, much more!!!
With The Honorable William F. Murphy - Mayor Of The Great Village Of Woodridge, Illinois (My Hometown)
With Woodridge Police Chief Steve Herron (Left), Woodridge Police Crime Prevention Officer Kevin Lindblom
With President Of The Woodridge Jaycees, Jim Cihak, At The Back To School Bash
With Cpl. Wayne Howlett Neighborhood Liaison Officer For Downers Grove and Lisle Townships From The DuPage County Sheriff's Office, celebrating The Association between Mike Kara Presents and The DuPage County Sheriff's Office. They have been very respectful and very cooperative in assisting Mike Kara Presents anyway they can. I really appreciate their support.
With Retired Chicago Fire Commissioner James Joyce at North Avenue Beach For 2004 Chicago Polar Plunge To Benefit Special Olympics - Chicago
With One of The Legends in Radio King B Ron Britain. King B is a legend in the radio industry. It was my honor and privilege to be able to profile a legend of this magnitude. King B has been involved in radio and television for nearly 50 years. In Cincinnati in the early 60's he had 73% of the listening audience. He was one of the first radio personalities on Chicago's Legendary WCFL in the 60's WCFL's ratings, led by Britain, quickly moved him to the top however never content to rest on his laurels, he recognized something was lacking in radio. I knew there were many great artists whose music was not being given air time," said King B, "and there were also many established artists who were getting only their hits played and nothing more. A classic example was a guy who was getting a lot of air play in London where I met him, but no one in the states had even heard his music on the air. That guy was Jimi Hendrix. Stations just didn't know how to handle his music but I knew that I wanted to create a showcase for artists like Hendrix where their music could be heard." Thus, Ron's conception of presenting a show different not only from WCFL's format but different from anything on the air around the country was the beginning of the Ron Britain Subterranean Circus. The word spread throughout the industry quickly and in a short time, that one hour Sunday night show expanded to three hours, giving listeners some of the best music ever heard anywhere. The Ron Britain Sub-Circus was a music purist's delight filled with interviews with artists like Frank Zappa, Janis Joplin as well as other well-knowns from the 60's such as Brook Benton, James Brown, even the Beach Boys. "To this day, whenever I talk with any of those entertainers, many who have remained friends, or if I hear from listeners from those days, they all comment about my Sub-Circus, thanking me for adding that exposure or dimension to radio. I find myself thanking them, for making those radio years so incredibly exciting for me."
With Deputy Tom Weiser, From The Patrol Division of The DuPage County Sheriff's Office
With Rob Whipple, Veteran Radio Personality, From WRHL The Hub 102.3 FMRochelle, Illinois
With Andy Pech, Chairman of 2004 Woodridge Jaycee's Annual Car Wash
With Nancy Flynn RN (Director of Operations & Nursing For The CoACH House) and Myself with some friends at The CoACH Care Center's CoACH Housein Unincorporated Naperville. CoACH stands For Coordinating Action for Children's Health. The CoACH Care Center is a not-for-profit children's care center. The center's CoACH Approachoffers a continuum of care through care coordination, training and direct patient care services a Our Children's CoACH House. The center is managed by Executive Director & Co-Founder, Denise Callarman and overseen by a committed Board of Directors-including Leann Lazzari, Co-Founder.In addition to being mothers of two medically fragile sons and their siblings, these women have become mom's with a mission to provide a parent driven organization that serves and promotes a better quality of life for children with special health care needs (CSHCN) and their families within their community. The Not-for-Profit organization, founded in 1992, depends on donations and grants.
With Rock N Roll Legend and one of My Heroes in Music Tommy James. His songs have become so ingrained in modern culture, it's difficult to go for morethan a couple of days without hearing one of them on radio, TV, in films, or onone of the 300 plus cover versions of his songs by other artists.He has sold,to date, over 100 million records and has been awarded 23 gold singles and 9 gold and platinum albums. His Hits include "Mony Mony", "I Think We're Alone Now", "Crimson And Clover", "Crystal Blue Persuasion", "Draggin The Line", and Many Others.
With Ronnie Rice (Formly From The New Colony Six) At The Taste Of Westmont. Ronnie Rice picked up a guitar when he was 16 years old and hasn't put it down yet! He began his musical career as a solo performer in Evanston, Illinois. In the late 1960's, Ronnie joined the Chicago-based group The New Colony Six and sang lead vocals on many of their hit records, including oldies favorites I Will Always Think About You and Things I'd Like to Say.
With Mike Rabon From The Legendary Rock N Roll Band - "The Five Americans" at His Home in Hugo, Oklahoma. The Five Americans Are Best Known For Their Hit - "Western Union"
With Steven Walker Evening Host on KG-95.3 (Winona Radio Group) Winona, Minnesota
With The Brand New PCW Tag-Team Championships, Former WWE Superstars, The Road Warriors/Legion Of Doom(L.O.D.) (Animal (On The Left) and The Late Great Hawk - Michael Hegstrand (on The Right) with their manager Precious Paul) at The Oak Lawn Pavilion For Dream Night II. Mr. Hegstrand (Hawk) passed away on Sunday October 19, 2003. He was 46. His very impressive career shown bright for more than 20 years in Professional Wrestling. I had the pleasure of interviewing him in June 2003. He was very professional and very respectful of My Show and Myself. I grew up watching him in The AWA, NWA, WCW, and WWF and always remember as just Hawk. Hawk - Michael Hegstrand will always be in our hearts and prayers and will never be forgotten. His Memory will live on in all of us.
With Over 45 Years of Experience in Chicago Alone - Legendary Chicago Market Meteorologist Harry Volkman at my house doing asegment on winter weather for Mike Kara Presents Really Big Christmas Extravaganza 2003
With John From The Museum of Science & Industry . John is one of the exhibit designers and created "The Great Train Story" Exhibit
With John Herzog, Manager of The 2003 NBBA World Series Champions - The Chicago Comets. The NBBA stands For The National Beep Baseball Association. Beep Baseball is a fun and exciting sport for the blind and visually impaired. Players can hit a modified softball that beeps when it is thrown. The Bases also beep, so the player can follow the sound to the Base. All partially Sighted players are asked to wear blindfolds so this games relies on the other four senses.
With Lt. Peter Sterenberg and Sgt. Mike Price From The DuPage County Sheriff's Office - Forensic Investigations Unit
With Jim From The Darien Lions Club on Lions Club Candy Day 2003
With Active Club Members of The Woodridge Lions Club at Their Traditional 2004 Easter Egg outside Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois.
With Lion Al Baines From The Willow Springs Lions Club doing an segment on How The Willow Springs Lions Club Help The Community during The Holidays. For Mike Kara Presents Really Big Christmas Extravaganza 2003
With Members of The Bridgeview Lions Club at Their 2004 Annual Candy Day Fundraiser at The Bridgeview Community Center in Bridgeview, Illinois
With Glenda Wagner, President of The Schiller Park Lions Club, At Their 2005 Annual Pasta Dinner At The Schiller Park Community Center in Schiller Park, Illinois
Welcome!!!!
With United States Congressman Henry Hyde and Future Governor of Illinois, Jim Oberweis.
Welcome to The Official Mike Kara Presents Website. This page contains information about the Public Access Television Program "Mike Kara Presents....." This program airs on Tuesdays at 9pm on Comcast Public Access Television Channel 19 or Channel 43 in The Elmhurst System. MKP is available to Comcast customers in over 65 Chicagoland suburbs.My primary focus on the show is the Community. My Motto is Community Focus/Community Fun. Showing the important things happening within the community and how certain things effect and help the Community. I also focus on the fun things happening in the Community. Things like Pancake Breakfasts, Science Museums, Local Wrestling, etc. I try to actively help the Community through Television. I try to cover things that often are neglected on other Television programs. One of My favorite segments was on The Woodridge Food Pantry and it was so great to be able to give time to such a worthy organization.
I have interviewed a variety of guests, including The President of The Illinois State Jaycees, several National Jaycees, Jim from The Cryan Shames, Ronnie Rice, The Legion Of Doom, Carl From The Buckinghams, National Platinum Recording Artist Tommy James, Disney Gold Recording Artist Dave Rudolf, Radio Legend King B Ron Britain, Chicago Meteorologist Harry Volkman and many more.
Here's A List of people, places, and Things I have done segments on/with, Show ID's, Christmas Greetings or have a professional relationship with through Mike Kara Presents...
Radio Stations KBVA - 106.5FM Gravette, Arkansas "The Best Variety Around" KG - 95.3 - Winona, Minnesota (Winona Radio Group) KWNO 1230AM - Winona, Minnesota (Winona Radio Group) WCFJ 1470 AM - Chicago -WIMC/WCVL/WCDQ (Key Broadcasting) Crawfordsville, Indiana "The River" 95.9 WERV - Naperville, Illinois Winona Group - Winona, Minnesota Oldies 104.3 WJMK - Chicago The Loop WLUP 97.9 - Chicago WRHL 1060AM/102.3FM - Rochelle, Illinois Real Oldies 1690 WRLL - Chicago WRXQ (100.7RXQ - The Southland's Classic Rock) WSBC 1240 AM - Chicago
I am also doing a multiple part series on the DuPage County Sheriff's Office. Each month I feature a different part of the Office.
I have done segments with some of The Greatest Legends in Chicago music, such as The Cryan Shames, Ronnie Rice, The Buckinghams, Grammy Nominated Disney Gold Recording Artist Dave Rudolf and Chicago Blues Legend Rodney Brown.
I have interviewed National Platinum Recording Artist Tommy James.
I did an exclusive story on The Band - Lost and Found. They never give interviews ever. But I was able through a mutual professional and personal relationship convince Lost and Found to give a rare interview. You will not see anything about Lost and Found anywhere else. I am the first and probably the last person to do a story on them for television. They do not care for the mass media (Which I can understand), but respected what I do and wanted to be a part of Mike Kara Presents... Lost And Found Are independent recording artists and founders of a style of music called Speed Wood.
I interviewed Chicago Film, Television, Commercial Actor Steve Abbott.
I have interviewed Radio Legend King B Ron Britain.
I have interviewed Radio Legend Scotty Brink.
I have interviewed Radio Legend Greg Brown.
I have interviewed Radio Legend Paul Perry.
I have interviewed The Very Lovely and Up and Coming Radio Star - Frankie From WXRQ 100.7 (Joliet)
The Woodridge VFW put on a special P.O.W./M.I.A. service exclusively for Mike Kara Presents... that aired in September 2003. Several members of The Woodridge VFW have already done Show ID's For Mike Kara Presents...
People such as Chicago Blues Legend Rodney Brown, Chicago Voice Exchange, Mike Rabon From The Legendary 60's Rock N Roll Band - The Five Americans, Up and Coming Chicago Rock Band Ivari, National Recording Artist Kat Parsons, #1 50's & 60's Rock N Roll Review Band - The Sting Rays and Chicago Artist Rob Waller have created Show ID's for Mike Kara Presents...
The Honorable William F. Murphy - Mayor of My hometown of Woodridge, Illinois - has recorded both a Show ID and a Christmas ID. He also has done several interviews with Myself. The Mayor supports what I do and I really appreciate it!!! It is a real privilege to bring the viewing Public segments on my Hometown of Woodridge!!!
Judy Biggert, United States Congresswoman of The 13th District For Illinois, took the time to sit down with me and talk about local government. She supports what I do and I really appreciate it.
Carol Pankau, Illinois Senator of The 23rd District, took the time to sit down with me and talk about local government. She supports what I do and I really appreciate it.
Father Gerald Riva took the time to record both a Special Greeting For Thanksgiving and a Nice Christmas Message For Mike Kara Presents Really Big Christmas Extravaganza 2003. Father Riva is Senior Pastor at St. Scholastic Catholic Church in My Hometown of Woodridge, Illinois. He has been Senior Pastor about 7 years as of this writing. His warmth and kind spirit are greatly appreciated and I thank him for his support. I really appreciate it!!!
Pastor Paul Kopka took the time to record a Nice Christmas Message For Mike Kara Presents Really Big Christmas Extravaganza 2003. Pastor Paul Kopka is Senior Pastor at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in My Hometown of Woodridge, Illinois. His warmth and kind spirit is greatly appreciated and I want to thank him for his support. I really appreciate it!!!
Pastor Dave Buerstetta took the time to record a Nice Christmas Greeting For Mike Kara Presents Really Big Christmas Extravaganza 2003. Pastor Dave is Pastor at The Woodridge United Methodist Church in My Hometown of Woodridge, Illinois. His warmth and kind spirit is greatly appreciated and I want to thank him for his support. I really appreciate it!!!
Evangelist Rich Little took the time to record a Nice Easter Message For The Mike Kara Presents April 2004 Program. Rich Little is The Evangelist At The Naperville Church of Christ in Naperville, Illinois. His warmth and kind spirit is greatly appreciated and I thank him for his support. I really appreciate it!!!
I produced an officially authorized segement on The United States Marine Corps in July 2004. This Segment was actually produced through their Public Relations Office out of The Chicago Recruiting Depot. This segment was filmed in part at Ribfest in Naperville, Illinois. We get to talk to Real Marines representing the Marine Corps in a official Capacity. They are speaking on behalf of The Marine Corps with the approval of The Marine Corps.
I did a segment on The Woodridge Jubilee in July 2004. I spoke with The Chairman of The Woodridge Jubilee, Don Ritter who is The Superintendent of Recreation for The Woodridge Park District. I had the pleasure of speaking with The Mayor of Woodridge - William F. Murphy, Woodridge Police Chief Steve Herron, K-9 Officer Robert Chrusciel, Woodridge Police Department Crime Prevention Officer - Kevin Lindblom, Lisle-Woodridge Fire District Rep. Chuck Bayser, along with United States Congresswoman Judy Biggert, as well as all 7 Bands.
I have Produced a segment on Brookfield Zoo's Spectacular Holiday Magic Event. I want to thank Brookfield Zoo for all their cooperation and the professional association we have built together through Mike Kara Presents...
I have built a professional relationship with McNally's Traditional Irish Pub in Elmhurst, Illinois. Every Year I do a fun and exciting Promotion with McNally's For St. Patrick's Day.
The show consists of three segments per monthly episode. Each segment runs about 7 to 9 minutes. Common segments include, but definitely not limited to - Bands, Theater Companies, Charitable Organizations, local clubs within in a town (Lions, Kiwanis, Jaycees, VFW, Amvets, American Legion etc), Police Forces, Firefighters, Civic and Government offices, trade or business schools with a unique subject, Park Districts, Radio Personalities, Hospitals, Unions, High School Sports, and many, many more. The format is often an interview or informational segment.
I always want to be active in what happens around me. There are so many good subjects out there for segments on my show. Covering Musical Artists and Bands can showcase the talents and accomplishments of a few people, while covering entire organizations can show the accomplishments of many people. Covering State and National Parks can draw needed attention to these great landmarks. Festivals and Fairs can showcase organizations and towns making an impact on their communities in a recreational and fun capacity. We need to have fun, especially in these times. We need to cover the fun in the community as well as the serious. But we need to focus also on organizations and groups trying to make a difference in the community. By doing a multiple segment series on The DuPage County Sheriff's Office we can both educate people on the importance of The Sheriff's Office, and entertain people with interesting tours and demonstrations that happens within the segments. We see so much bad news, we need to showcase the good things in life. Mike Kara Presents is a perfect forum for that.
Mike Kara Presents is produced locally in the General Chicagoland Area. Mike Kara Presents is not shipped in from New York or L.A. Mike Kara Presents is made right here in your local community. Mike Kara Presents may travel around the U.S.A. rarely, but is always edited and put together in Woodridge and then in Elmhurst, Illinois.
Mike Kara Presents... Elmhurst System Zone 1 can be seen in the following communities on Channel 19 or Channel 43 Tuesdays at 9pm-
Bloomingdale, Ch. 19 Medinah, Ch. 19 Brookfield, Ch. 19 Bellwood, Ch. 19 Berwyn, Ch. 19 Bensenville, Ch. 19 Burr Ridge, Ch. 19 Elmwood Park, Ch. 19 Hinsdale, Ch. 19 River Grove, Ch. 19 Westchester, Ch. 19 Broadview, Ch. 19 Downers Grove, Ch. 19 Lyons, Ch. 19 Oak Park, Ch. 19 Willow Springs, Ch. 19 Brandywine, Ch. 19
Carol Stream, Ch. 19 Roselle, Ch. 19 Berkeley, Ch. 19 Clarendon Hills, Ch. 19 Forest Park, Ch. 19 Lombard, Ch. 19 Rosemont, Ch. 19 Westmont, Ch. 19 Burr Ridge, Ch. 19 Forest View, Ch. 19 Harwood Heights, Ch. 19 Maywood, Ch. 19 Melrose Park, Ch. 19 River Forest, Ch. 19 Woodridge, Ch. 19 Western Springs Ch. 19
Glendale Heights, Ch. 19 Wood Dale, Ch. 19 Bridgeview, Ch. 19 Countryside, Ch. 19 Franklin Park, Ch. 19 Oak Brook, Ch. 19 Schiller Park, Ch. 19 Willowbrook, Ch. 19 Cicero, Ch. 19 Hodgkins, Ch. 19 McCook, Ch. 19 Stone Park, Ch. 19 La Grange, Ch. 19 Indian Head Park Ch. 19 Midlothian, Ch. 19 Norridge, Ch. 19 Northlake, Ch. 19
Itasca, Ch. 19 Addison, Ch. 19 Burbank, Ch. 19 Elmhurst, Ch. 19 Hillside, Ch. 19 Oakbrook Terrace, Ch. 19 Villa Park, Ch. 43 Bedford Park, Ch. 19 Darien, Ch. 19 Justice, Ch. 19 North Riverside, Ch. 19 Summit, Ch. 19 La Grange Park, Ch. 19
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Digital color large-format printing is excellent for displays, presentations, tradeshows, in-store signage or anywhere you may need to attract attention with large vibrant images. You will find that AJD Productions, Inc offers a wide variety of products and services related to indoor and outdoor promotional graphics.
AJD Productions is proud to help support Mike Kara Presents.. by providing their Printing Services to The Program.
Digital color large-format printing is excellent for displays, presentations, tradeshows, in-store signage or anywhere you may need to attract attention with large vibrant images. You will find that AJD Productions, Inc offers a wide variety of products and services related to indoor and outdoor promotional graphics.
AJD Productions is proud to help support Mike Kara Presents.. by providing their Printing Services to The Program.
Digital color large-format printing is excellent for displays, presentations, tradeshows, in-store signage or anywhere you may need to attract attention with large vibrant images. You will find that AJD Productions, Inc offers a wide variety of products and services related to indoor and outdoor promotional graphics.
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Watch Mike Kara Presents Online (Courtesy Of Real Video Files) Click Below To Watch Selected Segments, Presented here just as they originally aired We have All Holiday Segments, Christmas And Halloween, Five Radio Stations, Woodridge VFW Post 1578 Segments, Woodridge Jaycees Segments, And Much More
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With Fellow Woodridge Jaycees At Their Annual Car Wash - August 2004
With 50% owner of The PCW "The Shot To The Top" P.L. Myers at The Oak Lawn Pavilion For Dream Night II. 2003 P.L. Myers is the Host of Wrestling Resource Television on Comcast Public Access Channel 19 (In The Elmhurst System) on Tuesdays at 10:30pm and Wednesdays at 5:30pm. He has interviewed literally dozens of Superstars in The WWE, and NWA, and the former WCW and ECW.
With Roger Schmith, Operations Manager For The Woodridge Community Pantry, providing Food to those in need in The Great Village of Woodridge, Illinois
With Deputy Bertuca and Cpl. Shreffler From The DuPage County Sheriff's Office K-9 Unit in Blackwell Forest Preserve in Warrenville.
With Woodridge Park District Superintendent of Recreation Don Ritter At The 2004 Woodridge Jubilee
With Grandmother Agnes Kowalski and Mom LIz Kara Celebrating Easter 2004 at Home in Woodridge, Illinois
With Mike Miller From The 154th Tennessee "Company K", who are Civil War Reenactors at Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve in Darien, Illinois
With Jazz Legend Rodney Brown Outside The Woodridge, Illinois Village Hall
With Sam Piper From The Lombard Jaycees, Celebrating Halloween at Their World Famous and The First Haunted House Ever in Illinois at The Cool Zone (Teeny-Booper NightClub) in Lombard, Illinois
With Sojourn Truth, A Christian Rock N Roll Band From Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Woodridge, Illinois. They Perform at every 8am Sunday Service
With 'Bigg' Jon Vic, Morning Man on WSBC 1410AM - Sports Radio and IPlay.net At The Woodridge Jaycees Event - Under Savannah's Big Top Outside Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois
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With Lonna Converso, Director of Public Information for NEDSRA. At Centennial Complex Gym in Addison as we do a segment on The Northeast Dupage Special Recreation Association (NEDSRA) This was all part of The Chicago Wheelchair Bulls 15th Annual Day For Kids.
With Members of The Music Company At The 2003 Woodridge, Illinois Independence Day Celebration
With Former PCW Midwest Champion of the World "The Butcher (From The Chicago Stock Yards) at The Oak Lawn Pavilion For Dream Night II
With Gayla McKenzie, General Manager of KBVA 106.5FM - Gravette, Arkansas, Playing The Best Variety Around
With Sgt.George Wick (Retired), Commander of The Special Operations Unit (S.W.A.T.), From The DuPage County Sheriff's Office.
With The StingRays and My Dad at Westmont's SummerFest. The StingRays happen to be the #1 50's/60's Rock N Roll Tribute Band in Chicago. Nobody can come close to their skills as musicians and singers when to comes to the type of music they play. They have already performed live on WGN Morning News and are recognized as The Kings of 50's/60's Rock N Roll Tribute Bands. They have toured all over the Chicagoland Area, including portions of Northern Illinois and North Central Illinois.
With Tom O'Toole, Weekend Host on "The Loop" WLUP 97.9FM - Chicago At The Woodridge Jaycees Event Under Savannah's Big Top Outside Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois
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On Saturday January 28, 2006 at The General Assembly; Illinois Jaycees Convention in Decatur, Illinois, The Woodridge Jaycees were presented with "The Granddaddy of all awards" - the coveted Giessenbier Award for the year, the highest possible honor that can be received from The Illinois Jaycees. The Woodridge Jaycees are now The Top Chapter in Illinois for 2005. With 131 Chapters in the State of Illinois, The Woodridge Jaycees bulldozed through all of them, (Naperville, Palatine, Elgin, Joliet, Aurora, Springfield, Peoria, etc, etc - even Chicago!!) to take the Giessenbier Trophy back home to The Village of Woodridge. It was truly Oscar Night for The Woodridge Jaycees. By the end of the evening, The Woodridge Jaycees walked off the stage and down the red carpet with nearly 20 individual awards. The most awards received for any Illinois Jaycees Chapter.
We received the Giessenbier Award for our population Division and that is according to your population in your community, then the President's Club award, which mean we were at least +2 each month and ended up plus 41 by year's end regarding members. We also received THE OUTSTANDING Local Membership Development Vice President Runner up, Gina Cihak, then we received Blue Chip which is excellence in Programming and Membership, then we received Overall Sweepstakes in the Community Area of Opportunity, which we were #1 for community and the events and projects we did in the community. Then for the 4th Quarter, which is the last quarter of the year we received The Outstanding Chapter Newsletter for the Fourth Quarter, Git R' Done, then we received Membership VP Choice Award for the Fourth Quarter for a project called More Cushion for the Pushin' into 2006, which was an ad we ran to obtain more members. The ones that say The Outstanding are the top honors, but remember with all this the Giessenbier was the best award The Woodridge Jaycees could have won. We also received Overall #1 Community Project for Operation Guardian Angel, The Woodridge Jaycees received Outstanding Development V.P. - Debbi White, then we received The Outstanding Community Development Chapter, then we received Runner up Metro Chapter for the 4th quarter, which means our chapter has over 100 members and we were runner up for the 4th quarter, we one first for this in the 3rd quarter. We also received 1st place for Individual Area of Opportunity Division 6, in our division only, then we received 1st place for International Area of Opportunity for the International things we do for our division as well, then 1st place for Business Area of Opportunity in our Division.
The Woodridge Jaycees are a training organization, providing leadership skills and interpersonal skills to help young business professionals become an outstanding member of society. They do that though Community Service. The Jaycees are unique in that they are the only service organization allows people to help themselves by helping others. It is a win-win situation. Individuals from the Community between the ages of 21 to 39 can make a differencein the Community and at the same time develop into a better human being. The Woodridge Jaycees is here to serve the Community as it helps it’s members develop those skills to succeed. The WoodridgeJaycees has events to help the Community all Year along.
On Thursday February 26, The Woodridge Jaycees really celebrated at their General Membership Meeting for February at the Corner Clubhouse. It was a birthday pizza party, celebrating The Woodridge Jaycees 13th Birthday, have being established in February 1993. The Giessenbier award was presented this evening.
The Woodridge Jaycees rock!!!
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Ultimate Yuletide A Mike Kara Presents... Christmas Special 2007 See It now in 2006
Well, You know among the hustle and bustle of this time of Year, all the scurrying around the mall getting gifts and such, all the parties, all the celebration, there is a great organization practicing the true meaning of Christmas and providing for others. The Lombard Jaycees are a great group of Young people who this time of the Year are helping those in need have a very Merry Christmas Indeed. At The Lombard Jaycees very own Clubhouse in Lombard Jaycees, several of Santas special helpers, can be found wrapping and getting ready gifts for families who need a little with Their Holiday Plan. The Lombard Jaycees have adopted 30 families in The community and are providing presents for both kids and adults and also Gift cards for Jewel to give a little hand of these families holiday Menu. The Lombard Jaycees shop for all the gifts, purchase all the gifts and gift cards, then wrap all the presents, as seen here, and then, Lombard Jaycees will actually hand deliver these presents and gift cards, right up all the 30 families doors. The Lombard Jaycees actually are responsible for 30 families in The community having a very Merry Merry Christmas. Watch It Online Now!!!
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Well, Well, Well. Are You looking for a place that celebrates the true meaning of Christmas, the birth of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Well May I suggest a Live Nativity Presentation. However the Nativity celebration I am thinking of, is a Live nativity and much more. Every Year at Hobson Road Community Church in Downers Grove Illinois they have their Nativity Presentations And Annual Winter Wonderland of Lights
The church features a slate Load of activities including A Children's Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Live Christmas Music, Scottish Dancers, Cookies & Hot Chocolate, A Handmade Craft & Bake Sale.
This is the place to Rekindle the true Spirit of Christmas in your heart.
Hey You know what, why don’t You come on out this Year for Hobson Road’s Christmas Celebration, They’re saving a Candy Cane for you. There may be a slight chill in the air, You know 15 degrees F, but when You step into Hobson Road Community Church’s Christmas Paradise, with all the lights, smiling faces and the love of Jesus Christ in everyone hearts and souls, there is much warmth felt all around.
This event was created by, Pastor of Hobson Road Community Church, Joe West and His Wife Sharon.
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Well, The Christmas Season is shining bright and one place to get the full Ho-Ho-Ho-Holiday experience is at The Downers Grove Park District.
Tonight We find ourselves at The Downers Grove Park District�s Lincoln Center in Downers Grove for two great Holiday sensations.
First, We find ourselves at a visit and picture taken with Santa, however all these good little boys and girls all have four legs. That�s right, You heard Me correctly. Downers Grove Park District Santa Paws event, gives pet owners the chance to bring their beloved dog, cat, hamster, whoever to The Lincoln Center and have their picture taken with a digital camera and a awesome souvenir of saint Nichols with their pooch or feline, printed out right then and there. As in all visits to Santa a goodies bag is involved, however these goodies bags contain bones, tennis balls, etc. Pets of shapes and sizes got chance to bark or meow or dogese or catese what they wanted for Christmas. Kids also were able to get into the act. Nothing says Christmas like Your pet and kid together with Santa Claus.
Next that same evening, there was a Storytelling Presentation, by the very gifted and fun Oba William King. Mr. King is a Poetic StoryTeller and gave an awesome presentation for the kids and parents alike. He combined poems, with original songs He has written, as well as Yuletide favorites, as well as original stories about Santa Claus and such. He gives a very interactive concert and presentation and really kids all the kids moving. Mr. King performs all over the Country and has released several CD�s and has them for sale at each of his concerts.
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Well The Holidays are right around the corner and there are so many different ideas and concepts to enjoy this holiday season. Food, Wine, gifts are just a few thoughts that come to mind when thinking about this season. One place you can experience all these and things, as well as all the joy, wonder, and magic of this time of year is Mars Cheese Castle in Kenosha Wisconsin. Mars Cheese Castle has been The Christmas leader for Cheese, sausages, bakery items, fruit butters, gifts, souvenirs, etc for over 60 Years. It?s no surprise that Santa Claus himself might be seen doing a little Christmas Shopping, as Mars has all Your Christmas Gift needs. My family for many a year has traveled from Woodridge, Illinois (Go Woodridge!!!) to Kenosha, Wisconsin, always the day after Thanksgiving. Nothing Black about this Friday here in Kenosha, Wisconsin at Mars Cheese Castle. Inside Mars Cheese Castle You are transformed into a Holiday Paradise, surround by glorious sights, smells and sounds. Even Mother nature was cooperating and giving us a nice show or nice snow rather.
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Hey There! A Merry Christmas to You! You know one favorite place for Me to visit during this Holiday Season is the Morton Arboretum. The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois is transformed into a winter wonderland this time of Year. The Spirit of The Season can be found here today. The Morton Arboretum has many fun Christmas and Winter Activities during this Holiday Season. One popular event for the arboretum is Supper With Santa Claus. Kids all ages has the opportunity to come to The Morton Arboretum and take part in a very fun, wondrous and magical evening. Activities included a yummy dinner, which included Roasted turkey, Baked Ham, Chicken Fingers, Mac and Cheese etc, etc, etc, then Mrs Claus had the opportunity to visit with kids and parents, even some big kids, and then of course the man of the hour Jolly Old St. Nick made his way from the North Pole to Lisle, Illinois to visit with all the good boys and girls. Again this event is open to all ages, adults and kids and is a public event, with Arboretum members receiving a discount. The Arboretum also has a Breakfast with Santa Claus as well. Since prices are subject to change, it is always best to check The Morton Arboretum website at http://www.mortonarb.org for current pricing information.
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Well A Very Merry Christmas to You. You what I could go for this Holiday Season. A tall cup of extra strong egg nog , heavy on the rum, yes but something else, as well. An Holiday Auction. The Rotary Club of Woodridge had their Holiday Auction at The Corner Clubhouse in Woodridge, Illinois. It was a fun-filled evening with included a live and silent auction, a yummy holiday meal, a comedy show and raffles. Everyone had the opportunity to both bid on silent auction items, as well as check out and inspect live auction items.
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Well Merry Christmas to all. Santa Claus is coming to town, You know. And in Roselle, Illinois He?s arriving in style courtesy of a Roselle Fire Engine to Trinity Lutheran Church in Roselle for The Roselle Lions Club?s Lunch With Santa Claus. The Roselle Lions Club for several years, along with help from The Roselle Lionesses Club, as well as The Girl Scout Troop From Medinah, Illinois, has been providing Roselle area Children with a fun filled and wondrous afternoon. This very special event included, kids receiving a goody bag, kids making their very own Christmas Ornament, a hot dog sack lunch and of course a visit from Saint Nicholas AKA, Kris Kringle, AKA, Santa Claus. Santa arrived on a Roselle Fire Truck and then with the help of his elves sat down with kids and asked them - Hey Kid what do want for Christmas. Santa visited and posed for pictures and then at the end of each Child?s visit , he or she received a special treat, a huge candy cane or candy stick if You will. All this cost Parents and Kids was a single canned good for The Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry. More canned goods were encouraged, but just one required. The Roselle Fire Department had their Smoke House - Mobile Fire Safety Education Center on hand, as well as an DARE Roselle Police Officer.
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Well Christmas is Here and it is time to Deck The Halls or Rock The Halls rather. One band that rocks during the Holiday Season are The StingRays. The StingRays are Chicagoland as well as Northern Illinois premier 50?s /60?s/70?s tribute band, playing all of Your Rock N Roll Favorites today we find ourselves at Skuddlebutt?s bar and grill in Downers Grove, Illinois. The StingRays make the season bright by performing traditional rock n roll Christmas favorites, as well as all-season rock N Roll favorites.
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Mike Kara Presents.... !!!!BloodFest 2007!!!! A Mike Kara Presents Halloween Special For 2007
Well, Well, Well Kiddies, It's time once again for yet another Spooky Halloween Edition of "Mike Kara Presents" - Mike Kara Presents - BloodFest 2007.
We start off the frightening Festivities with The Peoria Jaycees Haunted House. Since 1971 The Peoria Jaycees have devised the most popular Haunted House in the Peoria area. The Peoria Jaycees features a full service Screamatorium, offering screams at a fair price.
Today We find ourselves in Peoria, Illinois, 140 miles Southwest of Woodridge, Illinois, My hometown. On Friday the 13th, The Peoria Jaycees are opening their Haunted House at The Exposition Gardens in Peoria, Illinois.
Snacks, along with special Peoria Jaycees Haunted House T-Shirts were available. A local Peoria radio station was also present.
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Well, Well, Well, Time another terrifying tale of Halloween. Well I am proud to say for the fourth straight Year, we find Ourselves back at Boundary Hill Park for The Woodridge Park District’sHaunted Forest Walk. This Year I am pleased to present another ghoulish delight. Today We Feature Woodridge Boy Scout Troop 109 from Woodridge United Methodist Church and their petrifying presentation. Every year Boy Scout Troop 109 puts on a devilous delight. This Year’s theme is Nightmare on Elm Street and features a whole slu of Freddy Krugers. A Freddy outside the scene and whole mess of Freddy’s Inside Scene.
The Parents and Adult Leaders from Troop 109 has The Boys perform all aspects of the scene, expect for heavy lifting and set-up. The Boys do all the decorating for the scene and develop all the routines. Parents and Adults Leaders are there to oversee everything and lead a helping had, but it is The boys from Troop 109 at the helm of this cruise liner .
Today We find Ourselves at The Kiddie Matinee as always due to technical reasons.
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Boo!! Well, You ready for another case of the creepies and crawlies, well then fire up those chainsaws for some spine-tingling terror and make Your way to The Knox Park Barn in McHenry, Illinois for The McHenry Area Jaycees Haunted House. Every Year for the past 20 Years The McHenry Area Jaycees having been transforming The Knox Park Barn to a pure house of Horror. As one of The McHenry Area Jaycees Flagship Events, Their Haunted House attracts guests from around The Upper Northern Illinois Area.
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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos Spooktacular Party a
Well, We’re going put away the chainsaws and dismembered body parts for a moment, to take a look at more of a kid-friendly and fun for the whole family type of Halloween event. Plus this little shindig also lets the kiddies learn about Science. That’s right, learning about Science at a Halloween Party. Who knew?
At The SciTech Hands-on Interactive Science Museum in Aurora, Illinois, gets getting an extra treat, besides, globs and globs of chocolate. The gift of Science. Even before these kids even write their own name, they are learning about Science, how it works and scienfic principles. At SciTech gets get to learn about Science through tons of interactive exhibits and displays. Whether to be geology, meteorology, or any other various logoy, kids can through these exhibits understand how Science works.
Tonight at SciTech, they are having a Halloween Party, a Dia de los Muertos Spooktacular Party, I should say. Dia de los Muertos is Spanish for Day of The Dead and is a big celebration in Mexico.
Kids the chance to make sugar skulls, a Mexican tradition, visit different activities booths, enjoy some spooky, but very yummy ghostly treats, as well as a fun science show and of course there was a costume parade for the kids.
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Well it?s time to take a look at The Last of Three Jaycees Haunted Houses were featuring this Year. And we got a good one for Ya. The Brookfield Jaycees put on one heck of a Haunted House. They should now how, they are celebrating 30 Years of Petrifying their clientele. Today We find Ourselves at The Beautiful Jaycee Elherdt Park in Brookfield Illinois. The Brookfield Jaycees Haunted House is often rated in the top ten for Haunted Houses in the state and it features a wide variety of Volunteers, both Brookfield Jaycees and members of Community especially High School students.
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Well This past summer sizzled with the fun, fast paced, and friendly competition of the 7th Annual Rotary Club of Woodridge's Mini-Triathlon, held at Cypress Cove Water Park in Woodridge, Illinois. Every Year The Rotary Club of Woodridge puts on a fantastic event which combines swimming, biking, and running. The day started out with competiotor regristration and then a welcome from members of The Rotary Club of Woodridge and then the games began. First competitors swam 10 laps in the pool and then quickly made their way to the their Bike and biked 6.2 miles. Finalized Mini-Triathloners Ran - 2.1 miles. All times were tallied up and prizes award for several age categories for both men and women and of course a trophy for best time.
The Date For The next Rotary Club of Woodridge Mini-Triathlon is Sunday August 12, 2007. The Rotary Club of Woodridge was founded on May 3, 1989 and has approximately 25 members. Members of the Woodridge Rotary club are a diverse cross-section of professionals working in business, community, governmental, and not-for-proft organizations. The club's mission is to support Rotary International projects as well as undertaking local community projects in the Woodridge area.
Their signature fundraising events include Poinsettia plant sale during the Christmas holidays, a collectibles auction around the Thanksgiving holiday, and a mini-triathlon event in August. Funds are used for college scholarships, numerous Woodridge community youth programs, as well as support of humanitarian programs sponsored by Rotary International.
If you would you like to learn more about them and their programs, then join them for a complimentary breakfast at one of our regular weekly meetings -- Tuesday mornings at 7:00 am at the Village Greens Golf Clubhouse!
The focus of every Rotary club worldwide is to encourage and foster the ideal of "service" as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster the following four principles:
1. Encourage the development of acquaintances and friendships as an opportunity for service;
2. Uphold high ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
3. The application of the ideal of "service" in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life;
4. Foster the advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service
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The World According To The Jaycees
Leadership Summit
&
Visit From
United States Jaycees President Lisa Parrish
&
Junior Chamber International President Lars Hajslund
The Junior Chamber of Commerce or Jaycees as most of us know them as, celebrates a rich history of Leadership Training and Leadership Development for Individuals 18 to 41. The Jaycees is a world of opportunity. The Jaycees separate themselves from Other Organizations as the only service organization teaching Leadership and letting their members help themselves by helping others. The Junior Chamber of Commerce celebrates a rich history being first developed by Henry Giessienbier way back in 1915 in St. Louis. Junior Chamber international headquarter in Chesterfield, Mo, outside the St. Louis area, has thousands of chapters worldwide. The United States Jaycees headquarter in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is one of many national Organizations that make up Junior Chamber International.
In Our own neck of The Woods in the Chicagoland Area both United States Jaycees President Lisa Parrish and Junior Chamber International President Lars come to Our area to visit, part of their joint U.S. tour.
The day included a leadership summit and luncheon in atPasseros Pizza in Lisle, Illinois, visit to Palatine and a Chance to meet local Jaycees members at Ram Brewery in Schaumburg, Illinois.
In this segment I have a chance to speak with both Presdient Lisa and President Lars.
Check Out this exciting segment as both an internet special and on cable for The New Year in January 2007.
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The World According To The Jaycees
Leadership Summit
&
Visit From
United States Jaycees President Lisa Parrish
&
Junior Chamber International President Lars Hajslund
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Well once again, I want to take a look at a great organization. The Authors Marketing Group Based in Woodridge, Illinois and serving the greater Chicagoland Area, provides a venue for Chicago-area authors to "come together and share marketing ideas and experiences to help everyone sell more books."
The group accomplishes its goals through a substantive, informative website and newsletter, evening meetings with guest speakers and other information-sharing activities.
Their meetings are normally at The Woodridge Public Library, but they also had a meeting at Shanahan?s of Woodridge as seen in this segment. Each month at an AMG meeting there is a featured speaker, who usually speaks from the heart about their experiences. Guests include - Published authors, Marketing Professionals, Publishers, etc. AMG invites the public to check out one of their meetings.
The Authors marketing Group features several note-worthy published authors, including Jim Durkin, author of In My Dreams, Roseanne Piemonte Author of Fallen Roses and of course Karon Gibson famous Nurse and TV Talk Show and author of The book "Nurses on Our Own". The authors Marketing Group features a variety of authors and a variety of genres, including non-fiction, mystery, romance, etc. No matter type of genre an authors book may be, they all unite through the Authors marketing Group and help each other anyway they can. AMG is a Authors Network, but also a place where good friends who are authors can get together and discuss their marketing and advertising ideas for their books. Check Out this segment out as both an internet special and on cable in Janaury 2007
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Roselle Service Organizations
Thanksgiving For Our Beloved Veterans
Well as Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching, We definitely want to Thank God for all We have and will have. Thanksgiving is a time we know - Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberries, mashed sweet potatoes, with marshmallow on it, the works. A time for food. Not exactly in My book. Thanksgiving is just that a time for giving. In Roselle, Illinois several totally awesome service organizations are giving full force, by providing a Thanksgiving dinner and activities for Disabled veterans from Hines Veterans Affairs Hospital in Maywood, Illinois.
The Schaumburg/Elk Grove Elks taking the lead, along with much help from The Roselle Lions Club, Roselle American Legion Post 1084 and The Roselle Chamber of Commerce. Plus help from The Roselle Police and Fire Department escorting buses with the veterans on them to Roselle American Legion Post 1084 These organizations came together at The Roselle American Legion Post 1084 to provide just a fun day for Vets from Hines V.A. Hospital. Vets for over 30 some years have looked forward to come to The American Legion Post 1084 and partake in a wonderful day, which includes an delicious Thanksgiving Day Dinner, watching football and playing Bingo. So many volunteers can be found also today on Thanksgiving. These totally awesome radical cool terrific volunteers donate a part of their Thanksgiving Holiday to spend time with these veterans. They Rock, Baby!!! 1 to3 Volunteers are assigned to each veteran to help them getting a plate of yummy Thanksgiving Dinner, plus help them with bingo, as well as just a companion.
Also several individuals braved the extremely sub-artic temperatures (the Coldest Thanksgiving in over 55 Years) and prepared several turkeys on the grill!!
The Roselle American Legion Post 1084 was on hand and their color guard present to greet the veterans, salute the veterans, escort the Veterans to and through the door and have a special presentation for the Veterans.
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Downers Grove Veterans of Foreign Wars Century Post 503
Well, On Saturday August 19, 2006 a great cookout and picnic was taking place. The Downers Grove VFW Post 503 and The Woodridge VFW Post 1578 were having their annual picnic. These two great Veteran’s Organizations came together to host a joint event at Echo Point Park in Woodridge, Illinois. This fun and exciting picnic included tons of raffles, a totally delicious cook-out lunch, featuring brats, Italian sausages, burgers, doggies, and even two fried turkeys, as well as horseshoes and much more. It is great partnership between two very special Veteran’s Organizations. The Downers Grove VFW Post 503 purchased all the food, and ran all the raffles and horseshoes and The Woodridge VFW Post 1578 provided the money for the food, the sound system and music and hosted the event in The Awesome Village of Woodridge. It was great time for these Veteran’s to get together and celebrate their overseas military service and a chance for us family and friends of The Two VFW Post to thank them for all they have given to Their Country.
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Woodridge Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service
Well Thanksgiving is upon us. And We are unified together to celebrate all that God has given us. One way The Village of Woodridge celebrates this unification is having a Multi-Denominational Christian Church Service. The Woodridge Ecumenical Thanksgiving Service, which was held at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Woodridge, Illinois, included four Christian Churches in Woodridge and included Prince of Lutheran Church, Woodridge United Methodist Church, St. Scholastica Roman catholic Church and Christ The Servant Catholic Church. The Woodridge ecumenical Choir was comprised of members from Prince of Lutheran Church, Woodridge United Methodist Church, St. Scholastica Roman Catholic Church. There was a hand bell choir from The Woodridge United Methodist Church. Special Music from The Prince of Peace Worship Band. Readers from the various four churches, Children Sermon given by The Pastor of The Woodridge United Methodist Church - Linda Misewicz-Perconte and message by Father Gerry Riva From Saint Scholastica Roman Catholic Church in Woodridge, Illinois. On this evening Denominations are put aside and We all come to together as Christians, followers of Jesus and give Thanks To Our Almighty God.
An offering was taken for The Woodridge Community Pantry and Hurricane Relief. The Offering was split right down the middle 50 50 or each cause.
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York Theatre Building 152 North York, 2nd floor Elmhurst, Illinois 60126-2806
Hey There!! Did You know there is a great organization that wants preserve and celebrate The Architecture of Legendary Theatre Buildings and operates a movie palace museum. Well There is.
T
he Theatre Historical Society of America was founded in 1969 by the late writer and theatre historian Ben M. Hall, author of the first book on movie palaces, "The Best Remaining Seats." After Hall's death in 1970, Brother Andrew C. Fowler, Frank Cronican, Terry Helgesen and others were instrumental in shaping THSA and helping it become the foremost organization of its kind in the country. From just a handful of interested enthusiasts, it has grown into a national organization with an international membership of more than 1,000 individuals, performing arts organizations, university and public libraries, and other interested firms and groups. The Theatre Historical Society of America is an IRS-approved 501(c)(3) non-profit educational organization.
THSA is the only organization in the United States which exclusively records and preserves the architectural, cultural and social history of American theatres. Through its archive and publications, THSA makes available information on more than 14,000 theatres nationwide, and encourages research in this often-neglected aspect of our popular culture and history.
Located in Elmhurst, Illinois, THSA occupies the second floor of the York Theatre building. In addition to having its offices there, the Society also conducts two other activities:
The American Theatre Architecture Archive, which contains an extensive collection of photographs, slides, negatives, books, blueprints, clippings, videotapes, programs, and other material on historic theatres, primarily in the U.S.
The American Movie Palace Museum, featuring exhibits of photographs, artworks, antiques, artifacts, and other memorabila relating primarily to the "golden age" of the movie palace.
Both facilities are open to members and the public. Admission is free; donations are gratefully accepted. The Museum is open during regular business hours and some weekends and evenings, without appointment. Research in the Archive is by advance appointment only; research fees apply.
Administration of the Society is carried out by the Executive Director, Richard J. Sklenar, on behalf of the board of directors, comprised of elected officers, ten regional directors, and various committee chairpersons. In addition, there is a hard-working corps of dedicated member-volunteers who undertake many of the day-to-day activities.
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Hey there, did You now that is a great organization that lets authors come together, unite and share ideas. The Authors Marketing Group was begun in the fall of 2002 by Authors Jim Durkin and Shelia Peters. It was formed because of the clear need both authors felt where "local authors could come together and share positive marketing ideas and experiences to help eveyone SELL MORE BOOKS."
Their group now has a substantive, informative, and interactive website. In Their meetings we normally have a guest speaker. After their presentation, the members are encouraged to ask questions.
They now incorporate a social purpose. After each meeting They go to a local restaurant to continue networking and learning from each other.
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"How To Pump Up Your PR" and Press and Media Day and Expo
Jill Carlson - WFLD Fox 32 Sports Anchor Well on Sunday August 6, 2006 The Woodridge Jaycees put a very revolutionary and unique new event. The Woodridge Jaycees were proud to put on their very first and the very first for any Jaycees Chapter in the world - "How To Pump Up Your PR" Press and Media Day and Expo. This event allowed Woodridge Jaycees, along with the newly created Darien-Area Jaycees, as well as The Northeast Region Jaycees and Community organizations from The Chicagoland Area get ideas and suggestions to get the most out of their PR. To learn how to effectively market and promote themselves. All this was done on Sunday August 6, 2006 at Q Billiards in Darien, Illinois. Featured at this event were some of the best Public Relations Experts in the world, giving presentations about how to effectively promote Your good name. A full program was featured at this event, which included a speaker at every top of the hour. The Woodridge had only the best speak to Our beloved and follow Community Organizations. First, Johnny "The Transition Man" warmed up the crowd on two separate occasions, then there was a great presentation from Ginny Richardson, from Ginny Richardson Public Relations. A presentation from Don Grigas from Liberty Suburban Newspaper (Woodridge Reporter), as well as a presentation from Bill Pohlman, Public Relations Director from The Illinois Jaycees. And last but certainly not least, a fantastic presentation from Al Lautenslager, President of The National Speakers Association in Illinois who is an award winning marketing/PR consultant, author, direct mail promotion specialist, speaker and entrepreneur. Al is the author of Guerilla Marketing in 30 Days, which was #1 on Amazon Japan. He even beat out Harry Potter for top slot in Books sales for Japan. His book is how to market and promote Your business or organizations using no or very little money. That’s what I am talking about.
Also at this event were exhibitors including several Comcast Television Programs, offering their program as a vehicle for these organizations to get their message out. There was also The Woodridge chamber of Commerce, as well as Blue Noodle Promotions, offering marketing and PR suggestions through promotional products.
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The Woodridge Special Events Committee's
Independence Day Celebration
For
The Village of Woodridge
Well the month of July really rocked don't ya think. Especially as We kicked of last month with Our the Celebration of Our Independence, You know the 4th of July. On this day We declared this proclamation - America Rules Baby. Picnics, Barbeques, beer ,food, whatever it might be, the day is a day of celebration.
In Woodridge You won't find a Picnic that captures the American Spirit and American Pride than The Woodridge Special Events Committee's Independence Day Celebration and Cookout and Picnic, which is put on for The Village of Woodridge. The Day starts out with The Woodridge Veteran's of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 having there Flag Raising Ceremony. Next there was musicial entertainment provided by The Music Company. There was plenty of food, including Hot Dogs, Brats, Potatoes, ice cream soda pop and of course beer, beer, beer, can't forget that. For the kiddies was free pony rides and free rides on the trackless train.
The Woodridge Jaycees Special Events Committee is a all volunteer service organization who's sole purpose is to provide special events for The Village of Woodridge. While The Woodridge Special Events Committee trys to help out as much as they can, their two biggest events occur on the fourth of July and of course around Christmas, which includes Santa Comes to Woodridge, a fun event for kiddies of Woodridge, where they meet and great with both Santa and Mrs. Claus and receive a goodie bag.
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Field Day Veteran's Park North Riverside, Illinois
12pm Saturday June 24, 2006
To
12pm Sunday June 25, 2006
Well folks once again it's time for Field Day. We all know Field Day. It is when Members of the Chicago Suburban Radio Association (CSRA) put their emergency communication skills to the test when they participated in Field Day on Saturday June 24 and Sunday 25. The annual preparedness exercise brings together Amateur Radio operators from throughout North and South America who are committed to assisting their communities in the event of a natural or man-made disaster. Field Day is sponsored by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the national association for Amateur Radio.
Field Day is designed to test operators' abilities to set up and operate stations in the field under emergency conditions, such as the loss of commercial electricity. During the weekend, radio operators try to contact as many other Field Day stations as possible, simulating the fast on-air skills needed to assist local officials and served agencies during an emergency.
THE CSRA...
has been serving Chicago area hams and radio enthusiasts since the dawn of radio itself! Their membership over the years lists well into the thousands. Many of these members were taught the Amateur Radio theory and Morse Code by fellow CSRA members. Their members have spanned all walks of life, from construction workers to lawyers; bankers to broadcasters and everyone in between. For 80 years, Chicagoland men, women and children from age 9 to 90 have called the CSRA their radio club!
CSRA is one of the oldest radio clubs chartered in the State of Illinois and has been affiliated with the American Radio Relay League for over 70 years. Building on this rich history, CSRA looks to the future with eyes on fresh ideas and emerging technologies.
Ham radio is the premier high-tech hobby. It's enjoyed by people from all walks of life from around the world. The rules for becoming an amateur (ham) radio operator vary from country to country around the world.
On this page we're going to tell you a little about the hobby and how you can obtain the necessary license to operate in the United States.
Using even the simplest of radio setups and antennas, amateurs communicate with each other for fun, during emergencies, and even in contests. They handle messages for police and other public service organizations during all kinds of emergencies including:
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Well here We are in August, but not to long ago We celebrated Independence Day AKA The Fourth of July and celebrated all Our rights and freedoms We so much enjoy.. Picnics, concerts, fireworks, etc to celebrate Our Country.. The greatest Country on the face of the planet Earth. At Church in The Word in Elgin, Illinois, their no different. The Church had a Freedom Weekend celebrating all We have and giving thanks to God for all We do have. Church in The Word's Freedom Weekend included on Saturday July 2, 2006 a special gospel concert featuring Elvis tribute artist and then on Sunday July 2 there was a great picnic at Randall Oaks Park in Dundee, Illinois. On this day there was plenty of food, as well as games for the kids and volleyball. A real 4th of July Celebration if You will.
The Church in The Word is an exciting and dynamic church located in Elgin, Illinois in the northwestern suburbs of Chicagoland. They are a Spirit-Filled church. When They say Spirit-Filled They refer to the operation of the Holy Spirit in the lives of Christians just as He did in Bible days. They are also a Word-church. When They say Word-church They mean a church that both teaches and is founded upon the Word of God, the Bible.
Each week They provide powerful services which include praise and worship, life-changing messages and ministry through which the Holy Spirit can touch, heal, and restore people's lives.
If you are looking for a place to experience God, go deeper in your walk with Him, and join an exciting church that is making a difference in the Northwest suburbs, Church in the Word is the place for you!
Come and visit Them this Sunday! You'll be glad you came.
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Well - Today We have a chance to feature a great organization - Tree House Animal Foundation and their very special kindergarten class. But none these students are actually human. That is right it is Kitty Kindergarten. It is a class designed to introduce Kittens to that brave new world and to help their owners develop their care giving skills.
Today We find Ourselves at Soggy Paws, A self Serve dog wash and Dog and Cat Grooming Establishment in Chicago, Illinois .
Syndicated Tribune columnist, syndicated radio host and certified dog and cat behavior consultant, Steve Dale is the instructor for Kitty Kindergarten and he trains you how to better socialize your kitten.
The class consists of two, 1-hour sessions and cost $10 per session.
All proceeds from Kitty Kindergarten will go to Tree House!
Class Objectives include:
To boost kitty confidence
Acclimate kittens to carriers
Acclimate kittens to traveling in cars
Acclimate kittens to veterinarian or technician exam; strangers handling kitty
To answer any questions concerning misbehavior or perceived misbehavior
To talk about practical in-home concerns
Litter box 101
Encouraging scratching in the right places
Discouraging scratching in the wrong places
Giving pills to cats
Basic diet / feeding information
Grooming
Play/Socialization to others of their own kind, and simply have fun.
Socialization to dogs
To demonstrate how to shape behavior (training using a clicker)
Tree House Animal Foundation was established in 1971 as a no-kill, cageless shelter for injured, abandoned, and abused stray cats. At Tree House, cats curl up on sunny windowsills, sleep in comfortable cat trees, and interact with staff, volunteers, and other cats.
Tree House currently shelters an average of 300 cats and found loving homes for 535 cats in 2004. More than 12,000 cats have been adopted since Tree Houses founding. Their inhouse clinic offers full veterinary care (including spay and neuter) for all admitted cats, and our Socialization Program helps to adapt feral cats to domestic life. Tree House also offers a variety of community programs and informational publications to educate people on the importance of the human/animal bond. Tree House was awarded First Place in the 2000 Humane Association Awards offered by the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association. This honor is indicative of the high quality of service They offer to their feline residents and the local community, and they thank all of Their donors for making this award possible.
Tree House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charity, and all donations are fully tax-deductible. They do not accept any federal or state funding. Almost all of our support comes from concerned and involved individuals like You.
This Kitty Kindergarten is one of many this very worthy organization - The Tree House Animal Foundation.
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Drunk Driving is a very serious crime, Yes a Crime. Disregard for the safety of You own person and more important the safety of innocent people. Drunk Driving has for many years been one of Americas biggest problems the punishment for drunk driving never seems to be enough, especially when they take the innocent lives of Our loved ones. Families who have lost loved ones to drunk drivers, many feel they can not go on, but they can. With The Help of a great organization - Alliance against intoxicated motorists. They work with the families of victims and help them through that tough Court Process. Their Victim Service Advocates work with the families of the victims of drunk drivers. In fact many of their Victim Service Advocates sadly have lost a child to a drunk driver as well, so they have much understanding on that families of victims are going through.
The Alliance Against Intoxicated Motorists have several events, including the 3rd Annual Candace Open Golf Outing
On Friday May 19, 2006 The family of Candace Wesolowski hosted a golf outing to raise funds for a scholarship in Candaces name. The Alliance against Intoxicated Motorists was also named as a recipient of part of the proceeds from this event. This golf outing took place at Cog Hill in Lemont, Illinois.
Candace was a graduate of Hinsdale South High School. Candace participated in more than 20 plays during her high school years. Her ambition was to be an architect. The significant thing about Candace is that she never drank alcohol or did recreational drugs. She was devoted to family, education and hard work. Sadly, two drunk drivers took her life on December 26, 1999 in Downers Grove, Illinois. She was 18 years old.
This event did feature a silent auction, as well as some raffles.
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Well, once again it is time to take a nice walk in the woods. June has come and gone and You know that The beginning of June in The Chicagoland Area would not be complete if not for The Lions of Illinois Foundation's 2nd Annual Night Walk. On Sunday June 4, 2006, Lion Club members and families and friends from Lions District 1J and throughout the state of Illinois gathered at The Danada House & Equestrian Center in Wheaton, Illinois to walk 3 Miles in the dark and carry flashlights. "We walk in the dark... so they won't have to." TM is the event officially trademarked slogan. This walk was designed to simulate what a blind person faces everyday day and night. The event was founded and chaired by Darien Lion Ray Krusinski and put on by The Lions of Illinois Foundation. The Lions of Illinois Foundation serves as the chartable arm for The Illinois Lions Club, running several events including this one and of course Candy Day. There was some fun new activities such as walking as a blind person would and beep baseball. Participants this Year as well as last Year had a chance to make their presence known by stamping a footprint and signing a banner. Of course plenty of refreshments were available to walkers provided by PepsiCo, featuring Gatorade products and of course entertainment wa provided at the end of the walk.
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Wine, Wine everywhere and not a drop to drink. Not exactly. In fact their was plenty of wine to drink at The Woodridge Jaycees Wine Tasting on Sunday April 23, 2006, The Woodridge Jaycees in cooperation with WineStyles of Woodridge and Shanahan’s Food and Spirits of Woodridge put on a fantastic wine tasting event. The Woodridge Jaycees hosted this wonderful event include tasting several wines, plus cheese and apples to cleanse Your palate between tastings, as well as a professional harp player. Wine Tasters had the opportunity to travel from table to table sampling each wine. All the names of the wines were kept hidden until the end of the program. Wine coinsurers bounced from table to table tasting and then down what they thought of each wine. At the end of the afternoon Rich Moore owner and proprietor of Shanahan’s Food and Spirits of Woodridge and Charlene Pontrelli from WineStyles of Woodridge together went from table to table having once again wine tasters try another sample, then relieving the name of the wine and then describing each wine in mass detail. Everyone had there favorite wine and opinions varied quite a bit.
This Wine Tasting served a a M-Day or Membership Day to requite new members.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Shanahan's Food & Spirits of Woodridge 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
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Well, Well, Well, once again it is time to visit another great Chicago Radio Station One providing valuable resources such as news, Traffic and Sports to the community. Today We visit with the fine folks “NewsRadio” 780 WBBM.
NewsRadio 780 is moving from Their Historic Location at 630 North McClug Court in Chicago, Illinois to 2 Prudential Plaza. Much history can be found in their old location which is and still will be the home of WBBM Channel 2 CBS Television. The famous Kennedy and Nixon Presidential Debates that took place here in this very special building. NewsRadio 780 has finally outgrown their home and will have state of the art equipment and much more studio and office space. But staff will cherish the time in this building here on McClug Court, but a new home awaits them.
WBBM NewsRadio 780 is Chicago's leader for providing the radio listener up to the clock News Updates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Since 1968 WBBM NewsRadio 780 has been Chicago's main source for breaking News.
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The Taste of the Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce & Home Business Expo
Well, The Village of Woodridge is My hometown and a great place to live, work, and shop. There are many vital entities that make Woodridge healthy and strong. Entities that truly are part of the backbone of the Village of Woodridge and ones that are key in Woodridges success. One such entity is The Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce.
On Thursday April 27, 2006 at Bobaks Signature Events at Seven Bridges in Woodridge, Illinois, The Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce was having its annual meeting and installation of Officers for coming fiscal Year and Taste of the Woodridge Area Chamber & Home Business Expo
At this fun filled event, there was such excitement and a little sadness, as Edie Berstein was retiring as President and CEO of The Chamber, however The Chamber will now continue with the leadership and guidance of new President Mike Kresuk . The day kicked off with the business meeting and installation of officers, then the fun really began. Taste of the Woodridge Area Chamber & Home Business Expo included 17 food Vendors providing all You can eat samples, as well as a Home Business Expo, where Small Businesses could showcase all they have to offer. There was 20 small businesses at the Home Business Expo, providing vital information for their business.
The Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce serves businesses in and around
The Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce was incorporated in 1978. Current membership totals over 200 Woodridge area professionals, businesses, industries, organizations, and government units. The spirit and purpose behind the Chamber is to
promote business and community growth towards achieving and maintaining a prosperous economic climate. The Chamber serves as a center around which the business community and citizens strive to enhance the quality of life. It promotes a favorable climate for business through programs which maintain and improve the community infrastructure.
The Woodridge Chamber meets on the second Thursday of the month with either a breakfast or luncheon meeting.
Informational programs are presented at each monthly meeting that are related to the business concerns of Chamber members and guests. Topics include accounting and taxes, insurance, investments, government update on economic development and other business matters.
The Chamber hosts a variety of social events
throughout the year. In addition, Chamber members are afforded the opportunity to promote their business through show your wares, business after hours and ribbon cutting ceremonies or grand openings as well as listings in the Village Directory. The Chamber also offers educational scholarships to graduating high school seniors.
Businesses, individuals and organizations are all eligible to
belong to the Chamber. Dues are structured so even the smallest business can be a member. Members finance the work of the Chamber, based on their abilities and interest, with a broad scope of opportunities to serve.
The Chamber is governed by a
Board of Directors and its office is located on the second floor (Suite #212) of the Woodridge Village Hall at 5 Plaza Drive.
The Chamber is composed of volunteers serving as committee workers, directors and officers.
So it was a great for The Woodridge Area Chamber as they put on their 3rd Annual Taste of the Woodridge Area Chamber & Home Business Expo. If You would like more information on what the Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce is all about, please visit their very special website at
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Well here comes Peter Cottontail, Hoping Down The Bunny Trail. And where he is hoping to is to Shanahan’s of Woodridge for The Woodridge Jaycees Pancake Breakfast With The Easter Bunny. The Woodridge Jaycees for many years have been treating kids and parenting to a terrific Easter Event. The Woodridge Jaycees features a menu to make Your mouth water, which includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, bacon, hot cinnamon baked apples, orange juice, milk, and coffee. Plus kids and parents alike can meet and greet with the Easter Bunny. The Easter Bunny was nice enough to come to Woodridge, Illinois all the way from April Valley.
There was eggs filled with candy passed out to the kiddies as well as Easter egg kits for the kids, bunny pins for the adults, guess how many jelly beans in the jar and win a cute little lamb, a coloring contest and much more.
The Woodridge Jaycees start cooking early and make tons of delicious food for everyone.
Tickets were just $6 for adults and $3 for kids and for that guests were treated to a royal fest indeed.
The Woodridge Jaycees Pancake Breakfast With The Easter Bunny, is one of two Pancake Breakfasts The Woodridge Jaycees put on, the other being Breakfast With Santa Claus. Where it be Peter Cottontail or Jolly Old St. Nick, The Woodridge Jaycees provide a fun and exciting way to celebrate the holidays.
If You would like to become a leader while tremendously helping the community, why not join The Woodridge Jaycees. The Woodridge Jaycees key areas for Community and Membership are, but not limited to - Woodridge, Darien, Downers Grove, Willowbrook, Burr Ridge, Hinsdale and Claredon Hills. Individuals from these villages are strongly encouraged to come to one of Our general membership meeting and learn more about what We do. The Woodridge Jaycees are all about Our members. The Woodridge Jaycees lets it’s members decide for themselves what they want to get out of their membership. Members choose what projects they want to be involved, what committees to be on, and how active they want to be. The Woodridge Jaycees as all Jaycees are divided into four areas - Community, Indivudual Development, Membership and Management. Each of these areas have a Vice President that oversees each area. So they are a variety of projects available.
Our meetings Our held every third Thursday of each month at 7pm at Shanahan’s of Woodridge, 1999 West 75th Street in Woodridge, however Shanahan’s itself actually faces Woodward Avenue, but don’t worry You’ll find it and when You do You have the great opportunity to learn about The Official #1 Jaycees chapter in The Entire State of Illinois.
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On Saturday March 25, 2006 at The Downers Grove Recreational Center in Downers Grove Illinois The Woodridge Jaycees was putting on a great Self Defense Class.
Today Woodridge Jaycees members were learning a special type of self-defense called JKD Jeet Kune Do. Forbidden in Hollywood...and banned in even ‘no rules’ martial arts – Bruce Lee’s private street-fighting technology shows elite military soldiers…top law enforcement agents…and civilian men and women How To Take Out Any Attacker…No Matter How Big, Mean And Violent They Are…Using Nothing More Than The Tips Of Your Fingers. This form of self defense is just that defense and can be used by people of all ages, sizes and physical conditions. It is designed to end a confrontation and as quickly as possible.
Today students can learn to protect themselves in a situation were words have unfortunately failed. All arguments and heated discussions should be fought with words not fists, but sometimes such as in a robbery, or defending the honor and safety of Our Children preventive measures must be taken. These are particular techniques are meant to be used by the little old lady in the parking lot held up by gunpoint. This form of self-defense will not be seen in a Chuck Norris Movie and the confrontation will not last 15 minutes, it will end quick and allowing You to escape with very limited harm to Yourself or Your loved ones.
Today Woodridge Jaycees are learning this valauable form of self defense taught by Matt from Elite Defense Systems. Elite Defense Systems (EDS) was founded by Matthew J. Numrich. Mr. Numrich was certified as one of only a handful of Full Instructor of Jeet Kune Do (JKD) and the Filipino Martial Arts by Sifu Paul Vunak (under Guru Dan Inosanto). He is currently 1 of only 12 which hold this level in the Midwest. Mr. Numrich has also had the pleasure of training with some of the other elite JKD instructors such as Sifu Larry Hartsell (original student of Bruce Lee) and Tom Cruse (past instructor of the Navy SEALS).
The Woodridge Jaycees as well as helping the Community also provides classes such as this one seen here today to help improve Our members individuals skills. Self Defense is a key skill to master when becoming one of the Community’s top leaders. This project falls under what is called Individual Development. Although ID Projects are seen considerably less often as Community Development Projects, they are just as important. ID Projects include training on many different skills, including public speaking, writing skills, performing skills such as Jaycee Idol similar to Karaoke and much more. ID projects can be requested by Our members. Our members let us know what skills they need to brush up on and We will try Our best to provide training for the requested skill.
The Woodridge Jaycees is it’s members and it’s those members that decide what they want to get out of their membership. And then all these skills are applied through all of the wonderful Community Service We do.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Shanahan's Food & Spirits of Woodridge 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
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You know, Communication is key in business and do You Want to stand out in the crowd? Be a better communicator!
Toastmasters can show you how!
Toastmasters International is a global organization whose purpose is to help its members become better communicators. Whether your life requires you to give speeches, lead meetings, provide training, undergo job interviews, give a committee report, or just introduce one friend to another, Toastmasters can help you to improve your skills so that you can communicate more effectively and do so more comfortably.
Toastmasters provides these opportunities through its local clubs, and The Woodridge Toastmasters is one of the best. They can help you by being able to Speak more confidently, Think better on your feet, Listen more effectively, Increase your earning power.
The Woodridge Toastmasters are a vital resource for The Citizens of The Village of Woodridge, Illinois.
They meet every Second and fourth Thursdays of each month at 7:30 PM at The Woodridge Resource Center 8274 Janes Avenue Woodridge, IL 60517
The Woodridge Toastmasters are Club #983 and they are in Toastmasters District 30
Woodridge Toastmasters is proud to have achieved President's Distinguished status for the years 2002-2003 and 2003-2004, putting them in the top 11% of all 8800 Toastmasters clubs internationally.
The Woodridge Toastmasters can truly help You with all Your Public Speaking needs.
There are three levels of Toastmasters, which include from lowest to highest - Competent Toastmaster (CTM), Advanced Toastmaster (ATM), and Distinguished Toastmasters (DTM)
Their Meetings are two part - The Business Meeting and the speech competition. Also everyone is invited to take part in Table Topics, a chance to give a short speech from a topic chosen from a card. Quick thinking is needed as You literally develop Your speech as You go. Spontaneity is the key here.
There are competitions on the local, district, state and national levels. The Woodridge Toastmasters can start as a local endeavor, but You soon can find Your competing on a level, that takes You places far beyond Woodridge. Sky is the limit.
So if You would like to learn more about The Wonderful world of The Woodridge Toastmasters, please visit their very special website at http://www.woodridgetoastmasters.org
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The Woodridge Lions Club Annual Easter Egg Hunt For The Village of Woodridge
Help Save The Woodridge Lions Club!!!
You know, Easter can be a real fun time for kids. Easter in The Village of Woodridge would not be the same without The Woodridge Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt. However this could be the last year The Woodridge Lions Club puts this event on. As it stands right now The Woodridge lions Club are sadly disbanding and closing up shop due to lack of interest and funds. They will be ending a marvelous run and will be no more by July 1. However We hope that The Woodridge Lions Club and continue with the support of the Community with a esurience of new members and financial support. For many years this project was chaired by Lion Jerry Pech. Mr. Pech passed away last thanksgiving. However his son Andy has stepped up this Year to continue Jerry’s legacy and his vision. The Easter Egg Hunt will be put on at least one last time by The Woodridge Lions Club, before it is continued by The Woodridge Jaycees, if needed. However if there is enough of support for The Woodridge Lions Club and The Woodridge Lions Club can continue through next year, The Woodridge Lions Club will host this event once again. Andy Pech is chairing this event in honor of his Dad, Jerry Pech
Every year the Woodridge Lions Club have hosted Woodridge’s Official Easter Egg Hunt. Kiddies of all ages arrive at Thomas Jefferson Junior High School with baskets in hand. The field at Jefferson is cordoned off and different sections are for different age groups. With in literally seconds hundreds of eggs are gathered by local kiddies. Eggs are filled with candy and each one filled by hand. About a week or so earlier before the hunt, the eggs are prepared and stuffed at St. Scholastica Catholic Church in Woodridge, Illinois. Along with The Woodridge Lions Club, this effort would be possible if not for The Scouting Troops in Woodridge, including Boy Scout Troop 512, Girl Scout Troops 45,531, 567, 1271 and 1811, as well as The Woodridge Jaycees ( who are shadowing the goings on today, to step up and chair this project next year, only if needed, but it would be great if The Woodridge Lions Club could carry on this tradition).
Eggs need to be sorted according to color and then filled with a marvelous candy assortment. Everyone pitches in, opens great big bags of candy and gets everything for the big day.
On the big day, eggs are spread onto the field and then everything is checked over and the hunt will begin.
Even though The Woodridge Lions Club may and that’s a really big may disband, there is no need to fret kiddies of Woodridge, The Village of Woodridge Easter Egg Hunt will continue no matter what and Lion Jerry Pech’s vision and Legacy will be carried on.
As I mentioned The Woodridge Lions Club is disbanding and is in need of additional members and financial support, however if they can get interest they will be here to stay.
So if You would like more information about The Woodridge Lions Club and would like to keep the vision of The Woodridge Lions alive and well, then I strongly encourage You to join The Woodridge Lions Club. The Woodridge Lions Club still has a few dedicated and hardworking members. They stress the urgency of new members and funds. Along with Your support they can still continue their mission of helping the vision and hearing impaired members of Our Community and the world. The Woodridge Lions will be disbanding July 1, but Your support can postponed that date and even cancel it for good. Please help save The Woodridge Lions Club!!! Thanks a million!!!
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The Woodridge Lions Club
Contact
The Woodridge Lions Club President
Tony Baniewicz (630) 968-8521
Meetings are held on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00pm at
The Woodridge Lions Club Annual Easter Egg Hunt For The Village of Woodridge
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The West Suburban Those Were The Days Radio Players
You know We are all aware of the fact that there used to be radio programs and radio stories, but probably do not appreciate their value or even know much about them at all. Before the radio was tainted with Shock Jocks such as Howard Stern and other loud and fowled mouth jerks were call radio personalities, their was a golden age of radio. In the 20s 30s and even 1940s there was awry of good, fun and exciting radio programs. The type of programs that let Your mind create the pictures inside Your head. Sitting around the radio after dinner and just listening to the words, but not staring at a big fat radio, but closing Your eyes and seeing Jack Bennys face, see the Long Ranger riding together with his old pal tonto, or see Joe Friday make the bust.
The West Suburban Those Were the Days Radio Players bring back those golden days of radio, they bring us a world where radio is king and the thing shocking is how cheap Jack Benny could be. They are a group of Radio Players that get together and recreate radio programs and stories using original scripts from that era. The Group truly brings that Golden Age to us currently in 2006.
The West Suburban Those Were The Days Radio Players are one of several Those Were The Days Radio Players throughout The Chicagoland Area
Today at The Woodridge Library, The Those were The Western Suburban Those Were The Days Radio Players are giving one of many library performances they do through the Chicagoland area.
Today The Western Suburban Those Were The Days Radio Players treat us to three great Radio Programs, which include An Episode of my Friend Erma, The Jack Benny Show and of course no West Suburban Those Were The Days Radio Players Show would be complete without a episode of the ever popular Bickersons
This Program at the Woodridge Public Library was part of their Big Read Program - Which The Book to read was Sea Biscuit. So the West Surbuban Those Were The Days Radio Players Were nice enough to make all the radio programs about horseracing.
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Well, It’s April and Arbor Day is practically upon us. We have all heard of Arbor Day, somewhere, but We probably do not appreciate the true value of Arbor Day especially in this area. For it was Founder of Morton Arboretum Joy Morton’s Dear Old Dad Julius Sterling Morton who founded Arbor Day way back in 1872 in Nebraska.
At The Morton Arboretum in Lisle, Illinois, Arbor Day is The Arboretum Flagship Holiday, it’s there own personally Christmas, Independence Day, Thanksgiving all rolled into one.
The Morton Arboretum was formally established on December 14, 1922 by Mr. Joy Morton, owner of the Morton Salt Company. Its mission is to collect and study trees, shrubs, and other plants from around the world, to display them across naturally beautiful landscapes for people to study and enjoy, and to learn how to grow them in ways that enhance our environment. Their goal is to encourage the planting and conservation of trees and other plants for a greener, healthier, and more beautiful world.
On Arbor Day, everyone from The Arboretum gathers together for a mondo Arbor Day Celebration and tree planting. Kids had a chance to get their hands dirty sort of speak and learn about the renewal of Spring and the Value of Trees and The Importance of of Arbor Day
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Featuring A Meeting At The Westchester Public Library about The S.S. Eastland Disaster
Although a cemetery is not the first thing We think of when talking about Rich History, Cultural and Art, a cemetery can be a place of beauty and celebration as well as rest. Yes celebration. The Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery were established in 2003 to preserve and support Bohemian National Cemetery. Their members appreciate the cemetery as a valuable showcase of art, sculpture, and architecture; a source of historical and genealogical information; and a beautiful, serene resting place.
The Bohemian National Cemetery Association was chartered in 1877 by the State of Illinois as a not-for-profit organization for the purpose of providing a facility for interment, cremation and inurnment of the remains of deceased persons. Founded as a last resting place for persons of Czech (Bohemian, Moravian, and Slovakian) birth, extraction or descent, it is currently operated on a non-sectarian basis.
Spanning 126 acres, it has been called a beautiful Garden of the Dead and is a Chicago landmark. Rich with genealogical information, the cemetery is the final home for over 116,000 people.
Although all is welcome at Bohemian National Cemetery is a place to celebrate Our Bohemian and Czech Heritage. It can be compared to a Jewish, Scottish African-American Cemetery. Again You do not have to be Bohemian or Czech to get in, but it is place to cherish Our Czech Roots.
The Friends of Bohemian National Cemetery holds several tours and free programs throughout the year and engage in fundraising to support restoration of the cemetery.
Today We find Ourselves at One of Friends of BNC events. On Sunday February 26 at The Westchester Public Library, their was a program on The Eastland Disaster.
Early on the morning of Saturday, July 24, 1915, with a light rain falling and the air filled with much anticipation and excitement, thousands were gathering along the Chicago River for Western Electric's fifth annual employee picnic. In fact, over 7,000 tickets had been purchased.
The S.S. Eastland, known as the "speed queen of the Great Lakes," was part of a fleet of five excursion boats assigned to take Western Electric employees, their families and friends across Lake Michigan to Michigan City, Indiana, for the day's festivities.
But the Eastland, docked at the Clark Street Bridge, never left the Chicago River. It instead rolled into the river at the wharf's edge with over 2,500 passengers, including crew members, on board. Over 800 people lost their lives, including 22 entire families.
Many victims of The Eastland Disaster were buried in Bohemian National Cemetery, so this program was very appropriate for Friends of BNC event.
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You know with radio becoming even more of a big business and voices being pumped in from hundreds of miles away, it is nice to see a radio station that still broadcasts live all the time 24-7 and broadcasts right in Our Local Community. In Aurora, Illinois The River 959 Broadcasts high and mighty as one of this area’s last and true Community radio stations. With in house sales and production, along with an all local on-air staff, including the morning show, The River shines as a beacon of hope for the Community. The River donates it’s time and resources for My Local Charitable organizations, by providing time on the air -commonly in the form of live- reads for on-air staff,, as well as having The River come to these organizations and either broadcast or just pass out some goodies. Plus the The River has a Community Affairs program on Sunday morning. They do all this while playing some on gosh darn best rock n roll favorites. (Gosh Darn It) So The River is truly The Suburbs hometown station . It is the station of yesteryear, the way We remember radio stations to be and at The same time having all digital equipment and computers to help run the technical side of the radio station, while leaving the D.J’s to share their naturally Gopd Given talents. Geno and Karen in The Morning, is a very popular and unique touch to the radio station.
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Hey There! We all have heard about The Lions Club every now and then. But The Lions Club is more than just a name or just a charitable organization. The Lions Club is structured in a way to serve people all over the world. Lions Clubs International.
Since 1917, Lions clubs have offered people the opportunity to give something back to their communities. From involving members in projects as local as cleaning up an area park or as far-reaching as bringing sight to the world's blind, Lions clubs have always embraced those committed to building a brighter future for their community.
Today with more than 46,000 clubs in 196 countries and geographical areas, Lions have expanded their focus to help meet the ever-increasing needs of our global community.
Their programs are continually changing to meet new needs and greater demands, but their mission has never wavered: "We Serve."
One interesting fact is that The Lions Club was formed in the Chicagoland Area, with Their International Headquarters in Oak Brook.
On Sunday Janaury 8, 2006 The Darien Lions Club hosted a banquet For Lions Clubs International President Dr. Ashok Mehta. This marked the first time any Local Illinois Club, had hosted such a banquet for the President of The Lions Club - International. It all took place at Ashyana Banquets in Downers Grove, Illinois. Out of respect for Dr. Mehta’s home Country - India, The Very Special evening included The Indian National Anthem, a Prayer read in Hindi, Indian Cuisine along with Special Indian Dancing. Also featured that evening was The Eisenhower Junior High School Chorus. Many dignitarys and special guests were on hand, including the State Senator Christine Radogno, Mayor of Darien - Kathy Weaver, and Lion District 1J Governor - Bob Jilke. And of a course a highlight the parade of Flags, flags of Countries from around the world flew high and mighty.
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You know, the world's a crazy place. All sorts of tragedies constantly happening all over the globe. There’s One Deadly force that can truly impact an area wherever it strikes. Terrorism, War, Riots, no - A natural Disaster - A Hurricane. Several months back a Hurricane plowed into the gulf Coast, affecting residents living in Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi. Mother Nature Leased out her fury in the form of Hurricane Katrina. However as in most disastrous situations loving and caring Americans came together to help those in need. In the Chicagoland Area Illinois Lions District 1A is putting on a drive collecting food, clothes, etc,etc, etc to help the victims of Katrina. Several Trucks will be leaving Bridgeview, Illinois to Mobile, Alabama, where Mobile Lions will help with processing and distribution of these items. The Lions Clubs always helps those in need and Illinois Lions District 1A truly lives up to that fact. Today We find ourselves in At The Omni Grocery Store in The Bridgeview Court shopping center located at 77th and Harlem Ave, next to Northwestern Business College and behind The Speedway gas station.
District 1A developed a disaster relief effort and has assigned a Chairperson to head up that effort, in the form of Past Lions District 1A Governor and Chairperson For Disaster Relief Harold Burkett.
Dawn Grogan and The Bridgeview Lions Club was the driving force behind this particular Hurricane Relief Effort.
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Schiller Park Lions Club Annual Pasta Dinner
On The Eve of St. Valentine's Day in Schiller Park, Illinois, The Schiller Park Lions Club Members are busy as beavers preparing their Annual Pasta Dinner. Every Year The Schiller Park Lions Club puts on a fantastic Pasta Dinner, as well as Games For The Kids and some really cool raffles. It all took place at The Schiller Park Community Center in Schiller Park, Illinois. Guests were treated to big helpings of Moscacholle, Salad, two breads of bread, Garlic and white, plus their choice of beverage. The Schiller Park Lions Club has been a staple in the Community, helping it as much as it can, with a strong focus on helping the Vision and hearing impaired. The Schiller Park Lions Club is here to serve our community.
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Well, as We find ourselves in the cold of winter as The month of February rolls along, I want to take You back to The Summer and much warmers temperatures. You know for Me one of the best part's of traveling around this great Country of ours is visiting with Family. I had a chance to have a wonderful weekend visiting with My Aunt and Uncle - Cindy and Jerry Kara. This particular weekend in August The Family found itself in Gravette, Arkansas. Gravette which is in the very Northwest tip of Arkansas is where my Aunt and Uncle and two Cousins have called home for nearly 25 Years. I found Gravette to be a very special Community. Definitely The Heartland of America. Gravette is a town of nearly 2,000 people, however I visited a festival in Gravette that attracted nearly double that amount of people. Gravette Day is a Yearly Birthday Celebration for Gravette that takes place every second Saturday of August. Much excitement can be found today. The whole literally throws itself a mondo huge Birthday Celebration. The Day starts off with a Pancake Breakfast put on by The Kiwanis and held at The Gravette High School Cafeteria. Nothing like Pancakes, sausages, milk, juice, the works to start of a super-duper day such as Gravette Day. A Big Highlight for The day is the Gravette Day Parade. Hundreds of people show up to show their American Spirit and American Pride and to celebrate the wonderful town of Gravette. There were many cool floats and attractions in this Parade to make it one to remember. After the parade everyone gathered in Veteran's Park for a fun celebration of food, fun, crafts and much more. A firefighter's muster took place that afternoon and was a hardy completion between local Fire departments in the Gravette. It was a good contest with several events including a bucket brigade. Also that afternoon there was several Beauty Contests of literally all ages. Also Gravette High School Graduating Classes of 200, 1995 1990, 985, etc, etc, etc will have their reunions as well that day and were very much represented in the Gravette Day Parade as well.
For more information on the wonderful town of Gravette, Arkansas, Please visit The Gravette Chamber of Commerce Website at http://gravette.biz
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Well it’s time to ring in the New Year. And Old Acquaintances may be forgot, but one place not to forget every New Year’s Eve is The SciTech Hands-On Science Museum in Aurora. Every New Year’s eve SciTech plans a fun New Year’s Eve for the entire family, the kids and of course Mom, Dad, Grandpa, Aunt Bertha, and Uncle Stu. It is a very fun multi-dimensional and interactive afternoon here in aurora, Illinois at The SciTech Hands-On Science Museum. Kids had a chance to make a New Year’s Noisemakers, make from popcorn and such , also a Cool Science Show for Kiddies and Parents to enjoy and of course everyone had the run of the place, by taking advantage of all of SciTech’s awesome exhibits.
SciTech Hands-On Science Museum is a fun way for kids and parents to learn about Science together. With several noted Scientists at helm of this creation, guests have the opportunity to learn about Science through doing. Kids can participate and learn about how science and scientific principles work 2 or even 3 Years before they even can read. The Museum is targeted for kids of all ages. So as You grow physically Your understanding of Science enhances mentally.
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Well are You looking for a great place to eat, shop, drink, whatever. Looking for a place with Cheese, Sausage, baked Gods, Wine, Beers, Gifts, etc. Well then I have a place for You. Mars cheese Castle in Kenosha, Wisconsin is definitely a place for everyone, appealing to a variety of tasting. You name it, they probably have it. Candy, cookies, sports memorabilia their stocked. For nearly 60 Years they have been the leader in Yummy Cheese, sausages, fancy baked goods, etc, etc, etc, etc.
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On Tuesday June 14, 2005 at The Corner Clubhouse in Woodridge, Illinois fantastic fanastic was taking place and on Flag Day no less. Something Patriotic Patrotic and something truly bettering this Country's Spirit and Ideals!!! The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 were having a very special meeting to their thier officers. This special session was called for the sole purpose to install The Woodridge VFW's new officers. Many Family, Friends of The Woodridge VFW as well as Community members took part in a very special Installation Dinner. Officers installed that evening included Commander - Robert Kolling, Senior Vice-Commander Larry Gervais, Junior Vice Commander Randy Braasch, Quartemaster - Frank Mampreian, Chaplain - My Dear Old Dad Joe Kara, Judge Advocate Bob Reichert, Surgeon - Don Young, Three-Year trustee Steve Dybas, Two-Year Trustee Bert Names, and One-Year Trustee Len Pucci. Current Senior-Vice Commander Bob Reichert served as Master of Ceremonies. The Installing Officer for the evening was Jack Shiffler, Past Commander of The Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873 in Naperville. Besides the installation of officers, several awards were presented. The Firefighter of The Year For The Lisle- Woodridge Fire Protection District went to Chief Tom Freeman. Woodridge Police Officer of The Year went to retired Sgt. Don Janus.They also honored several Woodridge Students at an earlier date. The Clint Delaby Extra Miler Award went to Katie Powers from St. Scholastica School and Haley Snell From Jefferson Junior High School. Also specials thanks went out to Rich Moore From the Corner Clubhouse For providing the space as well as Pizza and Salad.. Woodridge Officials were out in full force, including Mayor The Honorable William F. Murphy, Woodridge Police Chief Steve Herron, and From The Lisle-Woodridge Fire Protection District - Chief Tom Freeman. A very special Highlight For that evening was an actual live performance from National Recording Artist and Advocate For Veterans Rights Joe Cantafio. Joe performed his national and soon to be Grammy awarding winning song - They're All Not on The Wall - A Tribute To Vietnam Veterans.
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So it was a wonderful evening and now a new commander of Woodridge VFW Officers take the helm. True American Patriotism just poured and rang out at this event.
Joe Cantafio and Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 Commander Bob Kolling have developed a all Non-For Profit Charitable Organization called Forgotten Heroes, which purpose is to recognize those long term hospitalized veterans that are typically either mobility challenged or otherwise socially disadvantaged For more information on Forgotten Heroes, please visit their very special website at http://www.usaforgottenheroes.com
For more information on The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 or to join this totally awesome service organization that truly, truly helps the Community, please visit their website at http://www.woodridgevfw.com
God Bless America!!!
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Joe Cantafio's Live Performance of "They're All Not On The Wall"
Since the first time he picked up a guitar at the age of twelve, Joe Cantafio was headed for great things. Sure, he played in groups. He was the lead-singer and guitarist of one of Chicago's top rock and roll bands; Jade 50's, later known as Jade.
His voice is has been a part of Americana since the late 70s, heard on TV and radio commercials singing the praises of Shasta, McDonalds, Betty Crocker, Huffy Bikes and New Balance Shoes, to name a few.
He has performed on American Bandstand, and was the music director of Dick Clark's Good Ol Rock and Roll Show at the age of twenty-two. He toured with Wolfman Jack and has performed side by side with legends like Chuck Berry, Jerry Lee Lewis, Del Shannon, Three Dog Night, BTO, Rick Springfield, America, BS&T, and countless others.
The songs he penned have been heard from sea to shinning sea. His tribute to the Vietnam Soldier, a song he wrote called They're All Not On The Wall, reached out nationally and received rave reviews.
One night, while performing one of his marathon shows, his band mates said, We need a break, we can't do three hours straight! Not wanting to disappoint the audience by taking one of those long breaks bands are famous for, and wanting to satisfy his fellow musicians, Cantafio added a twenty minute acoustic solo set in the middle of the show. The crowd loved it, the band got their break, and Joe Cantafio, the soloist was born.
As a soloist, you really get to know him. He's a storyteller with something to say. He's an American who loves his country and makes you feel that same pride. Joe takes rock classics like Born To Run and With Or Without You and makes them his own. On the other hand, his original music makes you feel what he felt as he wrote the song. He can make you laugh, get you up singing along or pull you in as he melts into a love song.
After the tragedy of September 11th, Cantafio wrote a three-hour solo effort and toured with the firefighters of New York's Engine Company 55. His Let Freedom Sing tour went coast-to-coast receiving critical acclaim. Sometimes the show went five hours, without a break! Cantafio said; During the Let Freedom Sing Tour, I was in awe and honored to be standing with New York's bravest, firefighters who put it on the line at a time when the world was watching and needing a real hero. The brave men of FDNY Engine Company 55 are those heroes.
In 2004 Cantafio toured Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Africa and UAE with his new band, The 101st Rock Division. A highlight of the tour was performing American rock and roll on the steps of Saddam Hussain's Baghdad Palace. Joe's solo portion of their show brought standing ovations from the troops. Cantafio said, During our tour overseas performing for America's finest men and women, I felt at home. Some of the greatest people I have ever met, I met on that tour.
In October of 2004, Joe Cantafio received the 2004 American Patriot Award from the Exchange Club of Naperville, Illinois. Cantafio's performance at the Exchange Club's Ribfest with the New York firefighters received national attention and showed how one person can really make a difference.
A book titled Let Freedom Sing is currently being written and will include the last three-and-a-half years of Cantafio's incredible odyssey. When I sit back and think about where the past three-plus years have taken me, it feels like I am living on the History Channel. Ground Zero, New York Washington DC, Baghdad, Iraq, Kuwait City... Africa.
I have met mayors, governors, senators, congressmen, generals and the President of the United States, and then I snap out of it real quick when one of my four daughters needs me to put her wet clothes in the dryer said Cantafio, a single father who raises his daughters. My daughters are my finest accomplishment.
Joe Cantafio will continue to perform as a soloist and will tour schools, colleges, conventions and perform concerts as he tells his incredible story through music we all grew up to.
Joe is co-founder of The Forgotten Heroes Project
The Forgotten Heroes Project
Forgotten Heroes officially is a 501(C) (3) Charity Organization. All funds donated to Forgotten Heroes are tax-deductible
What They Do
Forgotten Heroes is a charitable organization whose purpose is to recognize those long term hospitalized veterans that are typically either bed-ridden, mobility challenged, or otherwise socially disadvantaged.
Forgotten Heroes realizes that too many hospitalized veterans do not have family nor do they receive many visitors, and its mission is to recognize and honor these heroes and to show our country's gratitude for their service.
This is accomplished by:
Visiting and providing entertainment on a regular basis, often one-on-one in the patient's room
Improving the veteran's quality of life by way of upgrading their rooms with paintings, wall treatments, flowers, etc.
Facilitating a letter-writing program within the local schools, giving America's youth an opportunity to show their gratitude to those who have sacrificed themselves for our freedom.
Who They Are
Forgotten Heroes was formed by Joe Cantafio, a well-known local recording musical artist and Robert Kolling, a decorated Vietnam combat veteran.
Joe and his band, the ST Rock Division, have traveled throughout U.S. bases in the Middle East performing for the brave soldiers of America and the Coalition Forces in Iraq who preserve the world's freedom and liberate the oppressed. Joe also formed the Let Freedom Sing tour that traveled coast-to-coast along with the firefighters from New York's Engine Co. 55 to raise funds following the September 11th tragedy. To read more on Joe Cantafio, Click Here
Robert has been a veteran's advocate for over 30 years, traveling around the country supporting veterans causes. Having been wounded in Vietnam and needing a liver transplant as a result of multiple blood transfusions in 1969, he has dedicated his life to helping those veterans and their families that are less fortunate. To read more on Robert Kolling, Click Here
What You Can Do
You can be a part of this very worthwhile and patriotic cause by helping with your cash donations, donating materials, providing in-kind labor, and volunteering of your time. Contributions can be sent to: Forgotten Heroes P.O. Box 5067 Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information, look Through their web site or send them an e-mail at USA4GotttenHeroes@aol.com
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The Rotary Club of Woodridge http://www.woodridgerotary.org Welcomes Worldwide Rotary Visitors At Castaldo Park in Woodridge, Illinois USA
Well it was a simply gorgeous Very Late Spring Saturday Afternoon. A fabulous day for a fabulous event. A very monumental occasion. A chance for people from across the globe to gather together to enjoy great company and fellowship, plus music, food and much much more.
During the weekend of June 17 and June 18, which was Father's Day weekend The Rotary Club International had their annual convention. This Year's Convention took place right here in Chicago to commemorate the 100 Anniversary of Rotarianism . Chicago was where the Rotary Club was formed by Paul Harris in 1905. Nearly 40,000 Rotary Club members from 150 Countries came to Chicago For The Rotary's annual International Convention held at McCormick Place.
The Rotary Club of Woodridge hosted a gathering at Castaldo Park in Woodridge, Illinois For Their National and International Rotarian Brethren. They had a Chartered Bus go downtown pick up all these worldwide Rotary Visitors, who traveled to Chicago For The Rotary's International Convention and brought them back with a Woodridge Police Escort right to Castaldo Park. When the Rotarians from across the globe arrived at The Park, they were immediately greeted by The Rotary Club of Woodridge Members. The key word is hospitality and The Rotary Club of Woodridge definitely showed that to other friends from around the world.
These special visitors all gathered inside the pavilion at Castaldo for music, fun and especially fellowship. It is so cool to see people from different Countries and with different cultures interact. To see these individuals share their culture and traditions to other Rotarians and for those Rotarians to accept and respect that culture was definitely something to see. Rich Moore a member and treasurer of The Rotary Club of Woodridge provided a magnificent array of food, including hamburgers, chicken, sausage etc. So there was so much good food and good drink, including soda and of course beer.
The Rotary Club of Woodridge also had a special ceremony where international visitors could change banners with and presented gifts to The Rotary Club of Woodridge. Gifts presented To The Rotary Club of Woodridge would be auctioned off to raise monies for Rotary international.
What's The Rotary Club all about?
Rotary is a worldwide organization of business and professional leaders that provides humanitarian service, encourages high ethical standards in all vocations, and helps build goodwill and peace in the world. Approximately 1.2 million Rotarians belong to more than 31,000 Rotary clubs located in 167 countries.
The focus of every Rotary club worldwide is to encourage and foster the ideal of "service" as a basis of worthy enterprise and, in particular, to encourage and foster the following four principles:
1.Encourage the development of acquaintances and friendships as an opportunity for service;
2.Uphold high ethical standards in business and professions, the recognition of the worthiness of all useful occupations, and the dignifying of each Rotarian's occupation as an opportunity to serve society;
3.The application of the ideal of "service" in each Rotarian's personal, business, and community life.
4.Foster the advancement of international understanding, goodwill, and peace through a world fellowship of business and professional persons united in the ideal of service.
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Relay For Life of Wood Grove
As You read on Our opening credits you seen the words Relay For Life? And You wonder what exactly is Relay For Life? Relay for Life is a celebration of life. A celebration of survival.
Words can never adequately describe The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life®. You just have to experience it. It's a combination of sights, sounds, and activities and an outpouring of emotions hope, unity, perseverance, and triumph for so many cancer survivors. It is the tender memories of those we have lost to cancer.
Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research, advocacy, education and patient services programs of the American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people gather at schools, fairgrounds, or parks and take turns walking or running laps. Each team tries to keep at least one team member on the track at all times.
Relay For Life represents the hope that those lost to cancer will never be forgotten, that those who face cancer will be supported, and that one day, cancer will be eliminated
One person can make a difference. Nowhere is that more evident than with the story of the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, which began in Tacoma, Washington, as the City of Destiny Classic 24-Hour Run Against Cancer.
In the mid-1980s, Dr. Gordy Klatt, a Tacoma colorectal surgeon, wanted to enhance the income of his local American Cancer Society office. He decided to personally raise money for the fight by doing something he enjoyed running marathons.
In May 1985, Dr. Klatt spent a grueling 24 hours circling the track at Baker Stadium at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma for more than 83 miles. Throughout the night, friends paid $25 to run or walk 30 minutes with him. He raised $27,000 to fight cancer. That first year, nearly 300 of Dr. Klatt's friends, family, and patients watched as he ran and walked the course.
While he circled the track those 24 hours, he thought about how others could take part. He envisioned a 24-hour team relay event that could raise more money to fight cancer. Months later he pulled together a small committee to plan the first team relay event known as the City of Destiny Classic 24-Hour Run Against Cancer.
In 1986, 19 teams took part in the first team relay event on the track at the colorful, historical Stadium Bowl and raised $33,000. An indescribable spirit prevailed at the track and in the tents that dotted the infield.
Today we find ourselves at Downers Grove North High School in Downers Grove, Illinois.
Relay For Life of Wood Grove was a two day celebration of life that took place on Friday June 17 and Saturday June 18, 2005.
There was much excitement at The Relay For Life of Woodgrove, which includes Community Members from Woodridge, Downers Grove, Darien and Westmont.
Teams were formed in which Community members could join. Each team member went out into The Community to seek pledges and raise money for Their Team and Relay For Life of Woodgrove and The American Cancer Society.
Each team pitched their tents and prepared their sleeping bags to create their own special campsite. Many campsites could be seen all around the football field.
This Year's title for the event was Margarelayville, which included a island/Caribbean/tropical/Jimmy Buffet type of theme. Campsites were all decked out with a Margarita flare. Each campsite was judged for a Best Camp Site Contest. There was a special Caribbean footwear contest, where people could vote for favorite sandel or beach shoe. Donation Boxes For Relay For Life were placed by each sandel and individuals voted by placing montery donations into the box besides their favorite shoe. The Box and flip-flop with the most money wins the contest.
Another fun part of Relay For Life was The Mr. Relay Contest or should I say Mrs. Relay Contest. The Mr. Relay contest had gentlemen dressed as gentlewomen to collect funds for their teams and Relay For Life. Several Mr. Relay's could be found with their purses, and hand bags, etc, wide open to collect funds For Relay For Life. The person who collected the most funds would be crowned THE Mr. Relay.
The event also included Jazzercise, a Kid's Tent, a Performance from The Band Last Chance, Wack A Cigarette Machine, A Survivor Tent, Concessions plus a Luminaruia Registration
A Luminaria is simply a bag filled with sand, and a small candle that makes it glow. Each Luminaria bears the name of a person who has battled cancer. Right before the Luminaria Ceremony, we light all the candles. As they burn into the night, they light the way for the walkers. They offer a path of hope.
A Ceremony including testimony from a Young Cancer Survivor as well as a Survivor Lap started out the festivities.
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Well, it was a beautiful Saturday Afternoon in Heart of The Summertime Season in The Chicagoland Area. There was plenty of Food, along with games, activities and raffles. It all took place in Echo Point Park in Woodridge, Illinois. The Downers Grove Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 503 had their annual Picnic and Cook Out For All Their members, and their Friends and Family of Post 503. As for The Past several Years The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 has taken part in the Picnic as well. The Woodridge VFW often considers this their picnic as well as they provide money for The Food. It is a great partnership between two excellent VFW Posts. The two Posts have a chance to visit together and mingle as come and to come to together as one, a celebration a living Veterans of Foreign Wars. A chance to truly what these Veterans accomplished through their Military Service.
There was plenty of cool things happening that day. Including the par-taking of Beer and Food, along with Raffles, Horseshoes, and much more. A big highlight this Year For The Picnic was a special dunk tank. Members and Friends of The Downers Grove VFW Post 503 would sit in a chair and above them was a box the would fill up with water courtesy of a hose. The Challenge was to hit a bulleye that would drop very cold water upon the unlucky volunteer. Trys were sold at various prices, but three trys of a dollar, would be an example. All The Money collected would be donated To VFW National Home Fund
Both The Downers Grove Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 503 and The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 both pride themselves on Helping The Community and celebrating their service to their Country. Both Organizations know the importance of Patriotism and how great of a gift Freedom is. It is because of indivuduals like this We can enjoy the peace and tranquility at this park today.
For More information on The Downers Grove Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 503, please visit their website at http://www.vfw503.org
For more information on The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 please visit their website at http://www.woodridgevfw.com
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The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578
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Are You looking for a exciting and innovative way to talk to people in Your local area, around the Country, and around the world. A way to discuss and exchange ideas, thoughts, hobbies, etc. A way to keep informed about emergencies in Your area. Then let Me introduce You to The World of Ham Radio Ham.
Ham radio operators use two-way radio stations from their homes, cars, boats and outdoors to make hundreds of friends around town and around the world. They communicate with each other using voice, computers, and Morse code. Some hams bounce their signals off the upper regions of the atmosphere, so they can talk with hams on the other side of the world. Other hams use satellites. Many use hand-held radios that fit in their pockets.
One great organization the truly celebrates the sheer art form we called Ham Radio is The Chicago Suburban Radio Association.
CSRA has been serving Chicago area hams and radio enthusiasts since the dawn of radio itself! Their membership over the years lists well into the thousands. Many of these members were taught the Amateur Radio theory and Morse Code by fellow CSRA members. Their members have spanned all walks of life, from construction workers to lawyers; bankers to broadcasters and everyone in between. For 80 years, Chicagoland men, women and children from age 9 to 90 have called the CSRA their radio club!
CSRA is one of the oldest radio clubs chartered in the State of Illinois and has been affiliated with the American Radio Relay League for over 70 years. Building on this rich history, CSRA looks to the future with eyes on fresh ideas and emerging technologies.
Today We find ourselves at Veteran's Park in North Riverside, Illinois as The Chicago Suburban Radio Association takes part in Field Day
This annual preparedness exercise brings together Amateur Radio operators from throughout North America who are committed to assisting their communities in the event of a natural or man-made disaster. Field Day is sponsored by the American Radio Relay League (ARRL), the national association for Amateur Radio.
The object of Field Day is to set up and operate amateur radio stations using emergency power and temporary antennas. An emphasis is placed on developing skills to meet the challenge of emergency preparedness. CSRA operators try to contact as many other amateur radio stations as possible during this 24 hour period. Of course, fun is had by all with family, friends and guests in the outdoor camping atmosphere of Field Day.
So radios, transmitters, receivers, computers whatever had to be run strictly on DC Power, no meaning no AC Power, meaning nothing could be plugged into a electrical socket. Power needed to come from generated electrical sources, such as generators, car batteries, etc.
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Well it was simply a beautiful day outside At Jefferson Junior High School. The sun was shining and the birds were singing. A Perfect Day For a Circus.
The Woodridge Jaycees and Savannah's Second Wish Foundation have teamed up to create such a circus - C alled Under Savannah's Big Top
Many residents in The Woodridge and surrounding areas already know the story of Savannah Olson, Woodridge's little hero who lost her battle with Wilm's Tumor, a childhood kidney cancer, in March of this year. The Olsons have started a pediatric cancer foundation in Savannah's name called "Savannah's Second Wish, Inc". One of Savannah's wishes was that all those children who already had one wish fulfilled could have another.
Savannah's Second Wish will be sending patients from Advocate Hope Children's Hospital whose cancer has relapsed on wish trips. The foundation will also be awarding one eligible, graduating senior from Downers Grove North High School, Sacred Heart-Griffin High School and Advocate Hope children's Hospital oncology department with a scholarship to be applied towards college.
The Woodridge Jaycees and Savannah's Second Wish have created an event - Under Savannah's Big Top. This circus-filled day was to raise money in honor of our fallen hero, yet risen angel for this foundation.
There was lots of fun, including the Jesse White Tumblers, Ronald McDonald, A Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Games, Clowns Food, Moonwalks, Dunk a Clown and Much, Much more.
Cost for the event was just $3 per adult and children under 2 were completely free!!! Wristbands were just $15 and wearers had access to all of the inflatables like the obstacle course, moonwalks and much, much more.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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Jim Oberweis Hometown Hero
Jim Oberweis truly can claim the title of Renaissance Man. He started his career first as an educator, then moving into stock broking and money management and developing his own Company, later He would step up and take on the responsibility of Running a company his grandfather started - Oberweis Dairy. Currently there are dozens of Oberweis Dairy Ice Cream stores all over the Chicagoland Area, plus Oberweis Dairy Products can literally be found in hundreds of supermarkets, grocery stores, convenience stores, etc. Oberweis Dairy Ice Cream Stores are soon to be franchises with the possibility of over 500 stores. Today Jim is both The chairman of The Board of Oberweis Dairy and Oberweis Asset Management. Jim continues as Chairman of Board For his companies, but also is moving toward the world of politics. He has ran twice For United States and Senate and once as Governor of Illinois.
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President of WMAQ NBC Channel 5 Chicago Hometown Hero Larry Wert
Today We travel to The Far End of The Loop in Downtown Chicago to The NBC Tower to visit with President and General Manager of WMAQ NBC Channel 5.
Larry Wert joined NBC5 News as President and General Manager in January 1998, bringing with him more than 22 years of experience in the Chicago market, and 27 years in broadcasting.
A native Chicagoan, Wert came to WMAQ-TV from Chancellor Media Corporation where he was a Senior Vice-President, overseeing Chancellor's 13 radio properties in Chicago and Detroit. Wert was President of Evergreen Media Corporation, Chicago, when it merged with Chancellor Broadcasting in 1997. He was previously the President and General Manager of Evergreen's "The Loop" and AM 1000.
Prior to his ten-year career with Evergreen, Wert spent ten years with ABC-TV. He was Local Sales Manager for WLS-TV in Chicago, and at ABC-TV National Sales in New York, Chicago, and at KABC-TV in Los Angeles. He got his start in the industry at Leo Burnett Advertising.
Wert is a member of several charities and organizations. He serves as a member of the advisory Council of Columbia College Chicago's Television Department. He serves on the Board of Directors for the Children's Brittle Bone Foundation, the Catholic League Charities and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce. He is an Honorary Board and Nominating Committee Member of RAINBOWS, an organization that helps children cope with loss. Wert also sits on the IBA Board of Directors and the Board of Trustees for Fenwick High School in Oak Park, Ill.
The Broadcast Advertising Club of Chicago named Wert their 2002 Person of the Year.
In 2000, he received the prestigious Dante Award from the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans.
He was named the 1998 Honorary Chairman of the 11th Annual "Have a Heart for Sickle Cell Anemia" benefit and was the recipient of the organization's 1998 "Gift of Life" Award. Wert was honored with the 1998 Cosmopolitan Chamber of Commerce Award for "Responding to Community Standards of Broadcasting." He was unanimously elected to the board of Junior Achievement Chicago. NBC5 was recently named the 2002 IBA station of the year and received the "Outstanding Participation and Support of Clean Air Progams" award from the EPA.
Wert holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin Madison. He and his wife Julie have four children and reside in his hometown of Riverside, Ill.
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When We think of walking, we think of getting exercise, talking with friends & Loved ones, just a merry old stroll. However on Sunday June 5, 2005, the idea of walking was taken to a whole new level. The Lions of Illinois Foundation with The Financial Support of Alberto Culver, created their there very first night walk. Alberto Culver, Lions of Illinois Foundation, 1st Annual Night Walk took place on a very late Spring Day at The Danota Equestian Center in Wheaton, Illinois. Hundreds of Lions, Lionesses, Leos and their friends and families in District 1J and across the state of Illinois as well as individuals from the Community gathered together for a 3-mile walk to raise funds to benefit visually impaired children and adults to help them live a better life, and to help stop preventable blindness. We walk in the dark so they won't have to. TM is the event officially trademarked slogan. Walkers could register through their local Lions, Lioness or Leo Clubs. Each was walker is encouraged to get at least $100 in sponsor pledge donations. There was also team walking available, including volunteer teams, family teams and corporate teams. Adults: were $10 per individual walker and Children under 18 were free.
All registered walkers will receive a Special 2005 Night Walk Light to help them light their way through the 3-mile walk. Walkers were divided into two groups the Gold and Purple Groups. each light given to each walker was either Gold or Purple to match the Color of The Particular Trail They were on.
6:30 pm - Registration/Check-in and Path Assignment
6:30 - 7:30 pm - Sponsor Activities, LIF Program Exhibits and Warm Up
7:30 pm - Opening Ceremony
7:35 pm - Night-Walk Begins
8:35 - 9:00 pm - End of Night-Walk Celebration which included a performance from The West Towns Chorus, A barbershop Group.
This event was put on by The Lions of Illinois Foundation and held in District 1J
Lions of Illinois Foundation runs 13 programs that reach over 18,000 Illinois children and adults with vision and hearing handicaps. But, there are almost 1,000,000 men, women and children in the state of Illinois that have vision and hearing impairments. Our goal is to raise funds to deliver an increasing number of services to help these people live a better life and to hopefully someday help stop preventable blindness.
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Ever wonder, what The World's Most Precious Resource is. Silver, Gold, Platinum, Oil, Hot Fudge Sauce. No, No, No, No. The World's Most vital entity is Blood. Blood cannot be made nor refined from else, such as Gasoline. No The Only Place To Great Blood is more people's veins. That's the only way we can tap into this resource. All of us are walking Refineries, which the potential to save three lives with just a single whole blood donation. The process is quick and simple, and it is a great way to give a piece of yourself Back To The Community Literally. Today We find ourselves at The Lifesource Blood Services Donor Center in Westmont, Illinois.
Lifesource, Chicagoland's Blood Center, is a non-profit corporation established in 1987 through the merger of the Blood Center of Northern Illinois and the Red Cross Blood Services - Mid America Region. Lifesource supplies blood and blood products to 94% of Chicago's hospitals.
Lifesource operates 21 community donor centers and conducts an average of 10 mobile blood drives daily. Lifesource recruits donors, collects bone marrow, and draws blood to separate into useful components like: whole blood, platelets, plasma, stem cells and other special products for hospitals and healthcare customers.
Their mission is To collect blood and deliver comprehensive blood products and services that enable medical professionals to provide the most effective and efficient patient care, and apply focused investments in transfusion and related medical areas to leverage organization resources for the next generation of scientific and community development.
YOU ARE ELIGIBLE TO DONATE BLOOD IF YOU
Weigh at least 110 pounds.
Are in good physical health.
Are at least 17 years old (there is no upper age limit).
Have not given blood in the past eight weeks (56 days).
The Process includes simply signing in and registering at The Front Desk. Appointments are generally preferred, but they will take walk ins. You are required to fill in Personal Information to help assist with the eligibility process.
You will then answer a series of medical questions to help determine if You can donate blood.
Then You are taken into a screening room. Then a mini Physical is done to determine if You are Physically healthy to donate Blood. Vitals are taken such as Your Blood Pressure, Your Temperature, Your Pulse as well as a iron test. A drop of Blood is taken from the tip of one of Your Fingers and dropped into a blue solution. If it sinks to the bottom they who are eligible. This was often considered the worst part of donating because it would hurt just a bit. Now they have tweaked the needle so it doesn't hurt at all.
Then if You are determined to be Physical Fit to donate You are then taken to the Blood collection area. I want to mention all of the needles are sterile and You not pick up any germs or disease from the donation process. Lifesource takes pride in providing only the cleanest equipment. A needle is inserted in Your choice of arm only after plenty of iodine is applied. It takes only about 5 to 7 minutes to collect the blood. Extra Blood is taken for research purposes.
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McNally's Traditional Irish Pub Elmhurst, Illinois Special St. Patrick's Day Beer Tasting 2005
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Well, The Woodridge Jaycees are always looking for new Young members to join so they can develop as an individual by actively helping their community. Today The Woodridge Jaycees are promoting their good name at a very appropriate location to recruit Young members. The Woodridge Jaycees have traveled to Westwood College in Woodridge Illinois to encourage Young College Students to take that first step to truly help their Community and at The same time become a great leader though the development of their indivudual leadership skills. Speakers included Woodridge Jaycees Giovannna and Gina, along With Northeast Region membership Director Denise Lenz, Northeast Region Director Chris Svitak, as well as The State of Illinois Individual Development Vice President. Sue Ann Vicarrio, and of course Lucia Irwin, The State of Illinois Jaycees President. Their was plenty of Yummy Treats as well as vital reading material. The Woodridge Jaycees signed up several Jaycees that day. These students are the futures leaders and now they have been pointed in the right direction.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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Well, Here comes Peter cottontail, hoping down the Bunny trail and You know where You can finding Him doing that. At The Woodridge Jaycees Annual Breakfast With The Easter Bunny, where else?. Easter is quite Easter without The reliable and trustworthy Woodridge Jaycees providing their all You can eat Easter Pancake Breakfast. It all took place at The Corner Clubhouse in Woodridge, Illinois. Guests were treated to Pancakes, Sausages, Baked Apples, the works. Plus Your choice of Beverage. Many Woodridge Jaycees came out to support The Breakfast, by either helping with the operation or just coming out for Breakfast. The Woodridge Jaycees takes pride in being an organization that improves an individuals leadership skills by actively helping The Community. It's members grow as individuals by giving back to The Community.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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(From Left to Right) - Lucia Irwin - Illinois Jaycees State President, Austin Powers, Sue Ann DelVicario - Illinois Jaycees State Individual Development Vice President, and Tony Symoniak - Illinois Jaycees State Membership Development Vice President having a great time at Woodridge Jaycees M-Night
It was a night of fun. It was a night of excitement. It was a night to meet interesting people. The Woodridge Jaycees M-Night gave Community Members and possible Woodridge Jaycees a fun and interactive chance to learn what The Woodridge Jaycees are all about. M-Night took place at Suparossa Italian Restaurant in Woodridge, Illinois. M-Night is a recruitment night for The Woodridge Jaycees, but is done in fun and party atmosphere. The Woodridge Jaycees tremendously help the Community and at The same time helps develop an individuals leadership skills. This M-Night lets Prospective Woodridge Jaycees a chance to get a taste of what The Woodridge Jaycees are all about. There was yummy treats and an open bar. This event was completely free for any non Woodridge Jaycees Member. Woodridge Jaycees only paid $5 themselves and if they brought two or more guests ther e admission cost was waved. There was so much excitement that night. Austin Powers made a special appearance and served as master of ceremonies of sorts. There also raffles, as well as some guest speakers.
They included - Tony Symoniak - Illinois Jaycees State Membership Development Vice President
Sue Ann DelVicario - Illinois Jaycees State Individual Development Vice President
Lucia Irwin - Illinois Jaycees State President.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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The Woodridge Veterans Of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 http://www.woodridgevfw.com Flag Retirement Ceremony
Well Today We find Ourselves on Flag Day. A Day to celebrate a true symbol of this awesome Country of ours. The American Flag Symbolizes all We believe in and symbolizes truth, freedom, democracy and much more. There is no better way to say "Hey I am a American and darn proud of it" by flying the U.S. Flag. However after a long period of time, flags can get torn and faded and it is no longer proper to display them as a symbol of our Country. When that happens the American Flag must and I stress must be retired properly, with dignity and honor. The Flag should not and I repeat not be thrown way with the garbage. The only proper way to dispose of a flag is to retire it in a special ceremony were it is burned in a fire. Once However the Blue Part of The Flag is removed it is no longer an American Flag and just a piece of cloth.
The Woodridge Veterans of Foreign Wars Memorial Post 1578 on Flag Day 2005 had one of these Flag Retiring Ceremony.
Many Members of The Woodridge VFW could be seen taking part in this ceremony. Also to help with this ceremony was Firefighters from the Lisle-Woodridge Fire Protection District.
This ceremony included a small program which involved Woodridge VFW Members, as well as Firefighters From The Lisle-Woodridge Fire Protection District.
Also on hand was Campers from The Woodridge Park District Summer Camp. Youngsters had the chance to witness and take part in this very special ceremony and well as learning more about how to properly dispose of a flag and how to properly respect the flag.
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Karaoke Night At Rest Haven West Nursing Facility/Breakfast With Santa Claus
The Woodridge Jaycees are such an awesome service organization. They do so much to help The Community and Christmas Time is no exception. We start first with The Woodridge Jaycees traveling to The Rest Haven Nursing Home in Downers grove to help entertain the residents. Woodridge Jaycees Karaoke Night is very similar to regular Karaoke, but features quite a bit more. This event was chaired by Loyal Woodridge Jaycees Matt and Desire Weber and Hosted by our very Little Elf Gina Cihak. This event gave residents a real chance to celebrate the Christmas Holiday Season. Many residents were side by side with Family members and had the opportunity to sing some of their Favorite Christmas Carols. Residents had the chance to sing solo as regular karaoke works, by reading a television monitor. Or Residents could join in a one of Many Group Sing-alongs. A fun time was had by all as well as The Woodridge Jaycees Themselves. The Karaoke was operated by Trustworthy Woodridge Jaycees Member Andy Pech. He also sang a very special song to the lovely ladies in the crowd. Gereoke For Geriatrics was a fantastic way to celebrate Christmas. Another Woodridge Jaycees Christmas Event was Breakfast with Santa. Breakfast with Santa was held The Corner Clubhouse in Woodridge, Illinois. For just $6 for adults and $3 for dollars, customers were treated to a simply sensational Pancake Breakfast, with all the trimming, including sausages, bacon, and baked apples, as well as Mil, Juice, Coffee. Many individuals came out to this event to help support The Woodridge Jaycees. All proceeds from The breakfast went to The Spinoza Bear Company to help a child with Cancer Smile. Even The Honorable William F Murphy our awesome mayor of Woodridge Came To Have Breakfast. And od course Santa was available to meet and greet as well as picture opps, plus he was available to take Christmas List requests.
So The Woodridge Jaycees helps Make The Christmas Season something wonderful, as well as all The good work they do the rest of the Year.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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Yes My Pretties, It's Halloween and You Can't Even Begin To Imagine Halloween without The Woodridge Jaycees. But don't fret Boys and Gholes, The Woodridge Jaycees once again this Year as well as every Year, provides Hallowalkers with a very petrifying presentation at The Woodridge Park District's Haunted Forest Walk. The Woodridge Jaycees provides one of 10 scare stations if you will for The Haunted Forest Walk. Every Year at Boundary Hill Park in Woodridge Illinois, The Woodridge Jaycees comes up with an original simply terrifying scene. In the past They Featured Wicked Wizard of Oz, Scary Clowns and know this Year, Mother's Truck Stop.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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The Woodridge Jaycees/ http://www.woodridgejaycees.org LifeSource Blood Services Mobile Blood Drive in Woodridge, Illinois A True American Hero. Woodridge Jaycees Member Tony Fowler Helping The Community By Donating Blood at The Woodridge Jaycees/LifeSource Blood Services Mobile Blood Drive in Woodridge, Illinois
Ever wonder, what The World's Most Precious Resource is. Silver, Gold, Platinum, Oil, Hot Fudge Sauce. No, No, No, No. The World's Most vital entity is Blood. Blood cannot be made nor refined from else, such as Gasoline. No The Only Place To Great Blood is more people's veins. That's the only way we can tap into this resource. All of us are walking Refineries, which the potential to save three lives with just a single whole blood donation. The process is quick and simple, and it is a great way to give a piece of yourself Back To The Community Literally.
Lifesource Blood Services and The Woodridge Jaycees have teamed up to create a mobile blood drive. Today we find ourselves in The Parking Lot of the Beauty Company of Chicago, just next to Sam's Club. The Woodridge Jaycees strives to help the Community, and now they offer the Community to help itself. It is letting fellow Jaycees and well as The Woodridge Community to donate pints of whole blood to save lifes. Lifesource blood services provides The Woodridge Jaycees with The Required Resources to get this blood ready for transfusions. Blood is always at a Premium and its people Like Woodridge Jaycee Tony Fowler seen in this segment who are the real heroes by help counting the blood shortage with this selfless act. Please donate blood now, I mean it. Don't make me over to your house, with a needle and test tubes, because I know where you live. Seriously, Donating Blood can be the most rewarding thing you may ever do. You can donate whole every 8 weeks, that about every two months, that six times a year or six pints a year.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Shanahan's Food and Spirits of Woodridge 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Debbi White President (630) 674-8768
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Dub Duis, Reggae Band Woodridge Cultural Fest 2004
Woodridge is a wonderful Community to live, work and socialize in. But Woodridge is very culturally diverse. There are a variety of cultural that make up this Great Village we call home Woodridge. And to celebrate the rich cultural diversity within Woodridge, The Village of Woodridge puts on a Special Festival celebrating our that cultural Diversity. The Woodridge Cultural Fair is a Two Day Celebration of ethnic food, beer, dancing, crafts and much more. There was Children's Activities for the kids too. The Kids of Woodridge taking away a valuable lesson from this fair. As Proud and Loyal Americans we can all unite to celebrate our cultural and ethnic Heritage. America is a mixture of a variety of cultures and it is fun to celebrate that culture. The Village of Woodridge is leading Kids on a good path of acceptance and understanding. I salute The Village of Woodridge for Their Efforts.
The Woodridge Jaycees part in The Woodridge Cultural Fest is an important one. They are solely responsibly for The Successfully of The Operation of The Refreshment Tent.
The Culture in Woodridge is diverse and we celebrate Your Culture and My Culture. The Village of Woodridge is dedicated to preserving that culture. The Woodridge Jaycees share in that and strongly help the Community as much as they can.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Shanahan's Food Spirits of Woodridge 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
President (630) 674-8768
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On Saturday August 28, 2004 The Woodridge Jaycees came together for a great Party. A Great time Had by All. A time for Food. A time for playing games. I time to say hello to your fellow Jaycees. Basically a time for The Woodridge Jaycees to meet and share in good company and a time for great fellowship. But this party was unique, because besides all the fun, it served a very important purpose. It's purpose was to collect items to make care packages to send to The Troops in Iraq. The Woodridge Jaycees Care Package Party was held at Woodridge Jaycee Tony's Home in Woodridge and was a supreme success. The Woodridge Jaycees take pride in being one of Woodridge's and Northern Illinois premier service organizations, helping the Community in many ways, with having both events for the community and Service Projects in The Community. The Woodridge Jaycees strongly support our Troops in Iraq and appreciate The Job They are doing. They want to say thank You and provide them with some vital necessities, such as Shampoo, Toothpaste, Deodorant, etc. Each member attending the party was required to bring at least one item from a list that was passed out to Woodridge Jaycee Member's. All these items that I mentioned including soap, tissue, and magazines were made into several care packages that will be mailed to Iraq and then distributed to our U.S. Troops fighting for our liberties and freedoms. We want to thank you for that. That is what The Woodridge Jaycees is all about giving back to the Community. Donating their time, effort, labor, vehicles, food, etc to provide the very best for the Community. For you would like to be active in your Community. If you would like to give back something to The Community then The Woodridge Jaycees might be for you. I want to mention that the Woodridge Jaycees are looking for a variety of people with a variety of talents. One of My talents is videotaping so as A Woodridge Jaycees I am creating this segment. Maybe your talent is cooking, or sewing, or baking, writing, or photography, whatever The Woodridge Jaycees would like you to use that talent to help The Community. The time and effort you put into the Woodridge Jaycees are up to you, you can come to The events and Service Projects you like. Chair as many or as few Events or projects as you like. While the more events and services projects you complete are very much welcomed, even doing one event a year is doing something. So if you can do something, anything the Woodridge Jaycees would be happy to have you. The Woodridge Jaycees A place to build friendships and to build on your Community.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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Well it the time has come. Time To Go Back To School and start a brand new school year. But for students at Jefferson High School in Woodridge, IL they can really a have quite a bit of a celebration. The Back To Bash is a chance for students at Jefferson to play games, have yummy treats, interact with a D.J., take part in a Photo Scavenger Hunt and much more.
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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The Woodridge Jaycees was founded in February 1993 by 22 Charter members. In thier short history they accomplished much to be proud of, not least of which has been a strong community service organization for Woodridge area residents, ages 21 to 40
The Woodridge Jaycees are part of the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees). In more than 4,000 communities across the United States, women and men ages 21 to 40 are having fun, helping others and learning how to become leaders through their membership in The Jaycees.
The Woodridge Jaycees exist to allow our members the opportunity to not only help improve the community but to develop themselves and build strong friendships as well!!
The Woodridge Jaycees meet at 7pm on the 3rd Thursday of every month at Corner Clubhouse, 1999 West 75th Street, Woodridge.
They are always looking for new members with new ideas, so come out and join us this month!
What They Do
Community Service
Woodridge Jubilee Bingo & Carnival Sandbox Fill Back to School Bash Relay For Life Fundraisers for causes, such as: American Cancer Society Multiple Sclerosis Love Letters Camp New Hope Haunted Forest Walk Chili for Children (a benefit for Pediatric Aids) Adopt-A-Road
Contact Information For The Woodridge Jaycees
The Woodridge Jaycees Meet at 6:30pm on the 3rd Thursday of Every Month at
Corner Clubhouse 1999 West 75th Street Woodridge, IL 60517
For more information on how YOU can be a part of this great organization, contact:
Gina Cihak Membership Development VP (630) 759-8101
or
Jim Cihak President (630) 817-2079
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Michael Bridges (Left) And George Baum From The Band Lost And Found Rockin it at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Joliet, IL
Are you looking for a simply cool and totally awesome band? A band that sings about the message of God's love in Christ as well as a variety of other subjects. Their music is truly unique because they have created an original type of music called Speedwood. They are the creators of Speedwood and currently are the only recording artists today, playing this type of music. Speedwood is like Heavy metal without the metal. it could be called Heavy wood, referring to the acoustic guitar, But the proper term is Sppedwood. Lost and Found is a band consisting of Michael bridges and George Baum. Michael plays acoustic guitar and George plays the keyboards. They are independent recording artists choosing not to sign with a major record label. Lost and Found perform all over this great country of ours. They play in Lutheran Churches, as well as a variety of venues, such as Christian churches, colleges, universities, church camps, high schools, etc. Lost and Found tries to make their concert a show often interacting with their audience and making the audience a part of the show. Their discussions between songs are just as interesting and relevant to their concert as their songs. Their playlist is based mainly on requests received from the audience. So the audience chooses the songs they want to hear. Often considered Christian rock lost and found do not define themselves as Christian Rock, but try to spread the message of God's Love in Christ. They just write the songs they want to write and being devoted Christians that message is reflected in their music. Lost and Found write about a variety of subjects, ones both with a and without a Christian theme or message. Lost and Found perform a song called Saskatchewan, describing that wonderful place. So lost and found does not limit themselves to particular subjects. Today we find lost and found at Saint Peter Lutheran church in Joliet, Illinois. Lost and Found always sells souvenirs and gifts including T-shirts, hats,and their many CDs they have recorded. They always like to meet and greet with the fans and are more than happy to personally autograph any purchased to merchandise. St. Peters had concessions available, including pizza, pretzels, popcorn, nachos, candy bars and soda pop.
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Diveheart Foundation Break A Sweat For Diveheart A Valentines Fitness Fundraiser http://www.diveheart.org
Here at Mike Kara Presents, we are always looking for Great Organizations that help the Community tremondously and also those business willing to provide a helping can with both the donations of products, services or monies. On Saturday February 12 just two days before St. Valentine's Day, The Diveheart Foundation with the Help of several Downers Grove Chamber of Commerce Member Businesses put on a fanastic fundraiser to help benefit the DiveHeart Foundation. "Break A Sweat For DiveHeart... A Valentines Fitness fundraiser" took place at Cuts Fitness for Men in Downers Grove, Illinois. The Fundraiser worked, like this. The Challenge: To complete or sponsor your man to complete as many stations in the CUTS circuit as possible .pledging 50 cents to a dollar or more for each station you finish. Raffle tickets wire also available for purchase to win GREAT PRIZES! They also some great heathly eats provided By Classic Cuisines Catering in Westmont, Illinois.Six caring Downers Grove Chamber businesses donated and help make possible so everyone you wanted could BREAK A SWEAT to make a difference in the life of a child or adult with a disability.
The Diveheart Foundation was founded in Early 2001 and is a non-profit tax exempt ( 501-C3 ) national organization chartered in the state of Illinois. The purpose of Diveheart is to provide and support educational SCUBA diving and snorkeling experience programs that are open to any physically impaired child or adult in the hope of providing both physical and psychological therapeutic value to that person.
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The Brookfield Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2868 Annual Picnic
Well it was a simply gorgeous Very Late Summer Sunday Afternoon. But more importantly on This Day at Kiwanis Park in Brookfield, Illinois, The Brookfield VFW Post 2868 had annual Cook-out and Picnic. There was tons of Food, Plenty of Beer, as well as Horseshoes, Children Games, Karaoke and a D.J., the works. But most importantly there was Smell of the spirit of America, as well the smell of Hot Dogs, brats, Hamburgers and Beer. A Chance to honor and celebrate what these Veterans have accomplished and to show How Proud We our of These Veterans For their determination and courage to fight for The greatest Country in The World - United States of America, Baby!!!
Interviews Include -
Bud Payne - Brookfield VFW Post 2868 - Quartemaster
Bill Russ - The Village of Brookfield - President (Mayor)
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The Bridgeview Lions Club Appreciation Awards
Master of Ceremonies Ray Jachim Presenting George Zabelka with The WWII Veteran of The Year Award At The Bridgeview Lions Club Appreciation Awards
Well it was a very special Sunday afternoon. A time for food, cake, but mostly it was a time to honor some fantastic individuals that do some great work by protecting the Community and helping to keep the community safe. The Bridgeview Lions Club in conjunction with The Village of Bridgeview created a fantastic awards ceremony. They honor a Police officer of The Year, Firefighter of the Year, World War II Veteran, and a Bridgeview Police Officer currently serving as a Marine in Iraq. The Bridgeview Lions Club has been putting on this event for 10 Year's and refers to the event As Their Super Sunday. The Bridgeview Lions Club and The Village of Bridgeview picked up all the costs for the event without any cost whatsoever to any of the guests.
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Special Thanks To - Joe Kara Liz Kara Agnes Kowalski Jim Cihak - Woodridge Jaycees Gina Cihak Woodridge Jaycees Debbi White - Woodridge Jaycees Chuck Ceja - Woodridge Jaycees Tony Fowler - Woodridge Jaycees All Woodridge Jaycees Dan Gac
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With Bob Dunkman, Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 512 from St. Scholastica Catholic Church in Woodridge, Illinois, at The 2004 Woodridge Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt, right outside Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge.
With Father Gerald Riva, Senior Pastor at St. Scholastica Church in Woodridge, Illinois
With Pastor Paul Kopka, Senior Pastor at Prince Of Peace Lutheran Church in Woodridge, Illinois
With The Lions Club Lion at The 2004 Woodridge Lions Club Easter Egg Hunt, right outside Jefferson Junior High School in Woodridge, Illinois.
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