Summer Reading Program registration begins Monday, June 3 for all ages. Interested in being a sponsor – stop by or give us a call. Interested in the Homebound Delivery Program? Contact the Adult Services Department for more information and guidelines. Register for events on the website calendar or call the library at 708-258-3436. Youth Services […]
Author Archives: Arline Adamsick
Posted inBeecher, Bourbonnais, Bradley, Crete, Grant Park, Kankakee, Manteno, Manteno Vedette New News, Manteno Vedette We/Us, Momence, Monee, Peotone, South Chicago Heights, Steger, Vedette New News, Vedette We/Us
Mother’s Day Basket Bingo May 11
Mark your calendar for “Mother’s Day Basket Bingo,” the bi-annual basket bingo fundraiser for Flight Club Survivor. This fun event will be held on Saturday, May 11, with doors opening at 5 p.m. and bingo at 6 p.m., at 209 W. Dixie Highway in Grant Park. Tickets are $20 per person for the family friendly […]
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Happy Birthday/Happy Anniversary!!
Very special happy birthday wishes to: May 13: Ruth Jarchow!! May 15: Adam Jones, Marianne Farrell, Jeanette Richardson, and Doris Baumgartner!!!! May 16: Susan Quick!! May 17: Andy Spolar!! May 18: Ervin Kannberg!! Extra special happy anniversary wishes to: May 13: A special couple – Fred and Paula Prium!! May 15: Larry and Sharon Johnston!!
Posted inBourbonnais, Bradley, Crete, Frankfort, Kankakee, Manhattan, Manteno, Monee, New Lenox, South Chicago Heights, State News, Steger
Healing and Investment Key to Growth in Our Communities, State
“Put yourself in their shoes. Have a heart.” As a member of the Illinois Senate’s budget committee on Health and Human Services, I work with my fellow legislators to understand the needs in our communities and try to match resources to meet those needs. These are never easy decisions because homelessness and housing costs, food […]
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Beecher Community Library News
Call the library at 708-946-9090 for programs that require registration. May 2 – May 30: Visit the library for their gallery of tiny art from more than 100 Beecher patrons! Available any time. Outdoor Used Book Sale: A number of used books are for sale, for $1 each, on the front veranda. There are children’s, […]
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DeLuca Backs Reforms to Make Health Care More Affordable, Expand Access
Looking to drive down health care costs and expand access for families, State Rep. Anthony DeLuca recently backed an insurance reform plan that prioritizes patients by cracking down on large rate increases, banning “step therapy,” and stopping “junk insurance” plans that provide no real coverage. “These are needed reforms that recognize the challenges individuals have […]
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Looking Back
By Arline Adamsick The Manteno News: May 2, 1974 “Fr. Tony Nugent Celebrates Mass for Children Here” “A special Children’s Mass was celebrated yesterday afternoon in the former chapel of the St. Joseph Religious Education building. The Mass was celebrated by the Rev. Anthony Nugent, who often served as an altar boy in this same […]
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House Passes Rep. Haas’ Bill Addressing Childcare Shortage
House Bill 4059, filed by State Rep, Jackie Haas, recently passed the House with a unanimous vote of 104-0. “The passage of House Bill 4059 is the first step in addressing the critical shortage of licensed daycare providers in the State of Illinois,” said Rep. Haas. “This bill ensures the Department of Children and Family […]
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Rep. Haas Passes Bill Supporting Law Enforcement
Recently, House Bill 5174, filed by State Rep. Jackie Haas, passed the House floor with a unanimous vote of 108-0. “Today’s passage of House Bill 5174 is a huge win for law enforcement officers and school safety,” said Rep. Haas. “This bill will incentivize retired law enforcement officers to return to work as school safety […]
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Retirement Facts and Figures: Building A Stronger Retirement
A healthy, happy retirement can be easier to achieve if you plan ahead. (NAPSI)—With each generation’s expected retirement time growing longer and longer, you may need to plan for 20-to-30 years of life after you stop working. When it comes to ways to save for the future, many Americans think first of the 401(k), the […]