Chicago Public Schools will be back in session on August 24. We are now shopping for school supplies, which can be expensive.Â
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National Night Out set for West Lawn Park: Peggy ZabickiÂ
I hope everyone can attend the 42nd annual National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday, August 4, starting at 5:30 p.m. The 8th District Police will be hosting this popular summer event at West Lawn Park, 4233 W. 65th Street. There will be train rides for the kiddies from 4-5:30 p.m., a Peace March at 6:30 p.m., and a […]
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Fun things to do and a farewell to Alderman Marty Quinn: Peggy Zabicki
Rain or shine. Summer is here. The warmth of the sun feels wonderful. Summer means picnics, shorts, sandals, sitting outside sipping lemonade, enjoying watermelon, homegrown tomatoes, and neighborhood block parties. Savor summer. The great writer Ray Bradbury said in his book “Dandelion Wine”: “Hold summer in your hand, pour summer in a glass.” Enjoy some […]
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Fireworks fun and frustration, Senior Happy 250 Party: Peggy Zabicki
I hope everyone had a safe and happy Fourth of July. I spent the day at a family picnic just outside Chicago. It was peaceful and fun. The peace ended when I arrived back home.  Our neighborhood sounded like World War III. Or maybe it was supposed to sound like the Revolutionary War when our forefathers […]
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A customer service win, things to do and love for the USA: Peggy Zabicki
I am the first one to complain if I don’t get good customer service when I go shopping. I used to work in retail sales at J&R Variety Store at 63rd and Pulaski. Remember our neighborhood dime store? Every customer was important to me. That’s because I always enjoyed working in retail sales. My first […]
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People helping people (and dogs) in our neighborhood: Peggy Zabicki
We have some terrific people in our neighborhood. In addition to having great pizza, Cipriani’s Pizza at 5840 W. 63rd St. reached out to residents. After the recent storms, Cipriani’s invited all who lost power to come by and charge their phones. No purchase was required. They said, “If there’s anything else we can do […]
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Southwest side libraries offer summer activities for all ages: Peggy Zabicki
Chicago’s Garfield Ridge and West Lawn branch libraries are hosting free and low-cost summer programs for seniors, kids, and teens through July, including ice cream socials, LEGO building, Dungeons and Dragons, and a magic show.
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Food drives, pizza rewards, and a love of animals: Peggy Zabicki
From honoring fallen officers to feeding families to dancing together, one southwest side community finds strength in showing up for each other.
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Midway turns 100, prayers for Betty, car show, and more things to do: Peggy Zabicki
A community celebrates its airport’s centennial, and a neighbor faces hardship.
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New Paisans for Archer and Cicero; Chase Bank to build on SW Highway
Peggy Zabicki delivers news of development, closings, and community happenings for West Lawn.