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Events
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Community News:
Schorsch Village Pizza Party
Saturday, February 12, 2022
Schorsch Village Hall
(6940 W. Belmont)
Doors Open 6:00/Start at 7:00
This February, Schorsch Village is hosting a “Pizza Party” along with some fun interactive games, as teams will compete in testing their general knowledge in various areas of interest.
Suggested donation for dinner is $15 a person.
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St. Patrick’s Day Party - March 12
Join us for our now famous homemade traditional Corned Beef & Cabbage meal with all the fixings. Plan for an evening of Irish music, great food and friends. Mark your calendars now for one of the best parties of the year.
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May Steak Night Party Saturday - May 14
Back by popular demand will be one of everyone’s favorite events. Warmer weather and an outdoor grill create the summertime atmosphere as participants grill their own steaks.
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TRIPLE CROWN
May 7, 2022 Kentucky Derby
May 14, 2022 Schorsch Village Derby *
May 21, 2022 Preakness Stakes
*Highly Recommended - Yes, our derby will be back.
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Christmas Party 2021
Girls lined up to visit Santa following a very fulfilling meal featuring turkey, ham, and many sides. A great time for all those in attendance!
Please join us in our upcoming events. It is always recommended to check our Schorsch Village website for any changes or last minute updates.
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ANIMAL WELFARE
CATS IN ACTION
Helping people help outdoor cats through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) There is a Free Zoom Workshop Every 4th Sunday 4-6PM Located at 7225 N Western Ave or call 773-262-4000 for more info
ANIMAL NEEDS
Alderman Sposato announced that an overwhelming amount of donations of used blankets, towels, leashes, collars, and other necessities for homeless pets were given to Garrido Stray Rescue Foundation, Chicago Animal Care and Control and Famous Fido Rescue. Donations are still accepted at the ward office 3821 N Harlem M-F 9-4:30
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CAPS Meetings are Back at the SVIA Hall-6940 W Belmont the 2nd Thursday of the Even Months
CAPS meetings offer city residents an opportunity to address crime and safety issues directly with the beat officers who patrol their neighborhood, as well as to provide ongoing feedback, which help the police to monitor crime issues. The beat meeting is a chance to meet your neighbors and come up with strategies that affect the community.
Thu Feb 10th, Apr 14th, Jun 9th, Aug 11th, Oct 13th, & Dec 8 @ 6:00 pm
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Men’s Club Feb 9th, Mar 9th, Apr 13th, & May 11th
Our Men’s Club meets on the second Wednesday of every month. The doors open at 6:00 pm and dinner with refreshments are $15. If you bring a new person, you get $5 off.
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Access your official immunization records with Vax Verify
All Illinois residents can sign up on the State of Illinois Department of Public Health site to verify their immunization status and print out their official record. Just follow IDPH’s instructions to create a vaccination card and print out your “Shot History Details.” You can also add it to your cell phone with a "QR Code" that can be scanned by a restaurant, business, etc. that requires proof of vaccination. It will be available on your cell phone in the Health app or Wallet app.
Per the IDPH Web Site here is How it Works: (Just follow these four steps to view your immunization history.
1. Register Yourself - Enter the name and address you use with your primary care provider. Take the time to get
your information correct.
2. Account Activation - Click the link in the registration email (check your spam folder). Complete password setup
process.
3. Identity Verification - Proceed by answering questions to verify your identity. See FAQs for Experian identity
verification details.
4. View Immunizations - See your immunization records. Print, download, and get your COVID SMART Health
card!
If you are interested, the web URL is: https://idphportal.illinois.gov
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Chicago Park District Events
MERRIMAC PARK – 773-685-3382
Senior Club M & W 9-1 (Free) Senior Water Color Class W 2:45-4:15 (Free) Senior Drawing Class Tu 3-4 (Free)
Early Childhood Classes 3 1/2-5 ½ CALL FOR AVAILABLILY & COST
Fun & Games M & F 11:15-Noon, Sport Art & Dart Tu & W 11:15-Noon, Kiddie College M-F Noon -1:30
YOUTH SPORTS CALL FOR AVAILABLILY, TIMES & COST
Basketball all ages & Tumbling ages 6-12
ART CALL FOR AVAILABLILY, TIMES & COST
Drawing ages 5-13 & Mixed Media ages 9-12
SHABBONA PARK – 773-685-6205 CALL FOR AVAILABLILY, TIMES & COST
Aquatic Exercise 2 Low Impact, Aquatic Lessons, Special Olympics, Adult Swim, Lap Swim, Open Swim Any Age
Lifeguard Training Prep, Arts & Crafts, Veterans Woodcraft, Special Rec Woodcraft , Woodcraft , Early
Childhood Kiddie College , Play School ,Tot Spot , Special Interest – Educational Self Help Leisure Ed Special Rec
Fun & Games , Social Club On Line, Basketball Family, Basketball Skills, Bowling, Dodgeball, Floor Hockey,
Lacrosse , Pickleball , Seasonal Sports Soccer Skills , Volleyball & WELLNESS FITNESS Mighty Fit Kids
Programs at West Belmont Branch
Homework Help with Ms. Diana Drop-in assistance for grades K-12 & Tues. & Thurs. 4-7 pm, Wed. 4-6 pm
Zoom Book Club for Adults Call 312-746-5142 to Register! Feb. 22, 6:30 p.m. The Deep by Rivers Solomon
Mar. 22, 6:30 p.m. Pew by Catherine Lacey & Apr. 26, 6:30 p.m. Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam
New Year, New Outlook Film Series Films to Help Prioritize Your Mental Health Throughout February, join in a brief discussion on the movie and mental health topics after each screening.
Films include Bridget Jones's Diary, Rocky, and The Truman Show among others.
Call us or visit chipublib.org/events for the full schedule!
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