Berwyn's Arts Blog
Sunday, September 30, 2007
 
City Council Recap, September 25, 2007
We are getting closer and closer to begin the building of the parking deck in the Depot District.

There will be new signage along Ogden. Rather than the monuments in light at both ends of Ogden, that somehow attracts car to ruin them, there will be banner signage on lightposts indicating that Ogden Avenue is Route 66.

New noise ordinance signs will be going up in the next couple of months in Berwyn to notify people that loud noise emanating from vehicles is against the law.

The Administration Committee will be hopefully coming up with guidelines for Aldermanic expense accounts, that is, how Alderpeople should spend or not spend the $4,500.00 expense account that we have.

A new dangerous animal ordinance should happen in the next couple of months thanks to some pit bull happenings.

That is all there is. Stay tuned.

Thursday, September 27, 2007
 
BDC After Hours, Tonight, Thursday, Sep. 27, 2007
Feel free to come to Gelato Uno, 6627 W. Cermak, from 5 to 7 pm, tonight, Thursday, September 27, 2007.

Great gelato. Meet and network.

Sponsored by the Berwyn Development Corporation.

Tuesday, September 25, 2007
 
City Council Recap, September 11, 2007
A person was selected to be in charge of the Centennial celebration. We shall see what happens

The ethics committee selection process was referred to Cmmittee of the Whole.

5th Ward alderman's seat...Opening things up for interviews. We interviewed 11 people last night, Monday, September 24, 2007

There will be a Thai restaurant in Berwyn. It will be receiving TIF monies, and the owner is putting in a substantial sum himself. It will be located at Roosevelt and Lombard.

The storefront church was denied.

The City is still negotiating with the South Berwyn Park District over handling of parking tickets and moving violations around parks.

Bids for Christmas decorations came in. Referred to Public Works for review.

Meeting tonight, Tuesday, September 25, 2007.

Monday, September 24, 2007
 
CARES Meeting Tonight, Monday, 9-24-07
Citizens Aligned To Renew Education for Students

Education is the number one issue in Berwyn.

Monday, September 24, 7:30pm: Please join CARES in the Berwyn Public Library Community Room for the first general meeting of the academic year.

CARES will be discussing recent educational funding issues and provide a report on its research involving district configuration legislation.

Friday, September 21, 2007
 
Octoberfest, This Weekend
Friday and Saturday:

Friday, 6 pm to 11 pm. MUSIC

Harry Hmura, 6 - 8 pm
Question Mark & the Mysterians, 8 - 11 pm

Saturday:

Small stage, Gin Palace Jesters, 2 - 4 pm.
Retroactive, 6 - 8 pm

Large stage, Eddie Korosa Jr Polka Band, 12 - 2 pm
The Neverly Brothers, 4 - 6 pm
K.C. The Fire Artiste, at Dusk
Infinity, 8 - 11 pm

Carnival Amusement Games

Pony rides, wear a crazy hat contest

The Smoke House

Officer McGruff

Smyles Laughter the Clown

Pumpkin Painting/Face Painting

Crafts for the Children

FOOD VENDORS BEER GARDEN

Tuesday, September 18, 2007
 
Main Street, Wednesday, September 19, 2007
Berwyn Main Street would like to invite you to attend a formal ceremony of the Berwyn Main Street Foundation.

Lt. Gov Pat Quinn will announce Berwyn as an Associate Member of the Lt. Governor's Illinois Main Street Program.

Please join them for coffee and donuts on the lawn west of the Berwyn Post Office 6625 W. Cermak Road on Wednesday September 19th at 10:00am.

Or not.

Saturday, September 15, 2007
 
Raildorad/Police Meeting, Monday, Sep. 17, 2007
As those that live near the CN tracks between Oak Park and Maple know, the railroad has begun to idle its trains more and more, for many, many hours at a time. Besides the noise, there are nasty fumes being spewed into the air.

I urge anyone and everyone to go to the police station on Monday. Please see the Chief's email below. If you can miss work, please do it.

The lawyer from CN will be in the police station at 2PM on Monday, September 17th to discuss with the Chief the tickets for the trains. The Chief strongly encourages you to rally your neighbors to come into this meeting in order to put a face on the problem, and to let the lawyers know just what the concerns are. I have reserved the Community room for the meeting, and hope that enough neighbors and residents are concerned enough to be represented.

Wednesday, September 12, 2007
 
Citizens Police Academy
Sorry for the late notice, but the Citizens Police Academy begins this evening at 6:30 pm, until 9:30 pm. 12 weeks long.

Allegedly applications had to be in by the 10th, but try if interested.

Feel free to call the Police Department for more details: 795-5600.

 
Job Position Open
A teacher assistant is needed at Irving School, 3501 Clinton, Berwyn.

If you have 60 college credits or a degree, please contact Dan Lane, (Irving School, Principal) at 708-795-2334. Full time position.

Sunday, September 09, 2007
 
City Council Meeting Recap, August 28, 2007
Not too much to report. Not many items on the agenda.

We hope to have a person be in charge of Berwyn's 100th birthday next year. We appointed a Berwyn citizen for now to be that person. Will keep you posted.

Public Works had been given the authority to hire a new Superintendant of Streets. However, the proposed person, who is intensely qualified, was not approved by a 4 to 3 vote. The Mayor appointed him temporarily.

On a 4(1, 6,7,8) to 3(2,3,4) vote, rooftop decks are now allowed on garages. I voted against this. I predict nothing but trouble.

An amendment was made to the handicap parking ordinance. Fines have been increased for those that use fraudulent permits.

Next City Council meeting, Tuesday, September 11, 2007.

Or not.

Saturday, September 08, 2007
 
Octoberfest, September 21, 22, 2007

Check out the link for details on Octoberfest.



http://www.420megs.com/users/slmark/Oktoberfest%20Flyer%20General%2007.pdf


Friday, September 07, 2007
 
Route 66 Car Show, Saturday, September 8, 2007
From 7 am to 4 pm on Ogden Avenue, from Oak Park to Ridgeland.

If you like cars, this is your show!

Also, will be some music and food.

Or not.

Thursday, September 06, 2007
 
Circus Tonight/New Orleans Relief, 9-9-07
Circus at Janura Park, today, Thursday, 9-6-07. 4:30 pm and 7:00 pm, or thereabouts.


A Roadhouse Jam for New Orleans Relief will be held Sunday, September 9th from 3:00 to 8:00 pm at FitzGerald's Nightclub, 6615 Roosevelt Road.

Proceeds from the event will be used to help rebuild Deslondes Street, the section of the Lower 9th Ward that was destroyed when the infamous barge breached the levee.

The fundraiser will feature Walt Cunningham and One Accord/Dartmouth College Gospel Choir who have recently returned from performances at the New Orleans Jazz Fest, Lauren Frost, an upcoming eclectic rock singer, Nicholas Barron, a favorite Chicago soulful singer-songwriter, and from New Orleans, Grayson Capps & the Stumpknockers, a Delta blues-inspired southern rock band.

This community festival is in the spirit of people helping people during an afternoon filled with live music, New Orleans cuisine, raffles, etc. For advance tickets ($30), please contact Global Hope at 630.719.1622. Tickets will be sold at the door on the day of the event.

Global Hope is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to work with grassroots organizations in the pursuit of their missions. The proceeds of the benefit will assist Common Ground Relief in their efforts to help the people of Deslondes Street rebuild and return to their homes.

Tuesday, September 04, 2007
 
Circus is Coming!
Kelly Miller Circus, which will be here Thursday, September 6, 2007.

This is the 1st time a Circus has come to Berwyn: 4:30 pm or 7:30 pm at Janura Park.

Tickets are now $10.00 - adults or $5 - children. They can be purchased at any of the 8 South Berwyn Schools and the YMCA, and the North Berwyn Park District.

On the day of the Circus, tickets will be $12 and $6.

This Circus is being presented by the South Berwyn Education Foundation, which benefits all the students and staff of School District #100.


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