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First, your local weather:
- Saturday: Light rain shower for the morning, High: 55 Low: 52.
- Sunday: Light rain shower in the morning, patchy rain possible in the afternoon, partly cloudy for the evening, light rain shower overnight. High: 52 Low: 47.
- Monday: Overcast in the morning, patchy rain possible during the afternoon, clear in the evening, patchy rain possible overnight. High: 57 Low: 47.
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Oak Park in the news:
- The Cook County Jail population has fallen below 5,000, a rare occurrence attributed to Illinois’ historic elimination of cash bail in September. The jail currently houses 4,909 detainees, the second-lowest number since the mid-1980s, with experts linking the decrease to quicker releases of defendants who would have previously spent days or weeks awaiting bail. While the drop began before the law took effect, experts speculate that the decline might continue, but uncertainties remain regarding how judges will handle detention without the option of bail. (Chicago Sun Times)
- Spencer Walker has been named the new head coach for Fenwick High School’s boys’ swimming and diving team in Oak Park, replacing Joseph Waldorf who resigned for personal reasons. Walker, a 2018 graduate of Lyons Township High School, has an impressive swimming background, holding state records and winning individual state titles. He will be joined by his father, Scott Walker, a highly regarded coach, who will serve as an assistant on the Fenwick staff. (Wednesday Journal)
- The reopening of the essential social services agency, Together We Cope, down the road in Tinley Park, is nearing completion after a fire in November 2022 forced its closure. The main building, which houses client services, a food pantry, and a resale shop, has faced delays in reopening due to construction setbacks, including a change of contractors. While repairs continue, the agency is operating temporarily from its administration building, accepting limited donations and providing emergency food assistance through makeshift arrangements until its main space reopens, which is now planned for November. (Tinley Park Patch)
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Upcoming events:
Featured on Patch:
- Pet Blessing at First United Methodist Church, 324 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60302 (Oct. 14, 2023 10 a.m.)
- Kids Costume Give -Away at First United Methodist Church, 324 N Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL, 60302 (Oct. 14, 2023 10 a.m.)
- 47th Annual Frank Lloyd Wright Races at Oak Park, IL (Oct. 15, 2023 8 a.m.)
- Chicago Artisan Market – Sun, Oct 15th in Fulton Market (Fall Market) at 401 N Morgan St, Chicago, IL, 60642 (Oct. 15, 2023 10 a.m.)
- Tale of the Tombstones at Forest Home Cemetery, 863 Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL, 60130 (Oct. 15, 2023 12 p.m.)
- Open House at Trinity High School, 7574 Division St, River Forest, IL, 60305 (Oct. 15, 2023 12 p.m.)
- The Sam Miller Show – an evening of comedy at Madison Street Theater, 1010 Madison St, Oak Park, IL, 60302 (Oct. 19, 2023 7:30 p.m.)
- Camerata Chicago Chamber Orchestra Performs for Serbian Royals in Twentieth Anniversary Concert at Armerding Center for Music and Arts, 520 E Kenilworth Ave, Wheaton, IL, 60187 (Oct. 28, 2023 3 p.m.)
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Oct. 14, 2023
- Oak Park Farmers Market at Oak Park Farmers’ Market (7:00 am)
- Halloween Trick or Treat Trail at Oak Brook Park District Recreation Center, Oak Brook (3:30 pm)
Oak Park chatter:
Here’s what your neighbors and local leaders are talking about.
- Brookfield Zoo: “This spooky season, join us on the wild side for a pumpkin party! We’re serving up some spell-binding treats for our Zoo residents every weekend at Boo! at the Zoo.” (Instagram)
- Cook County Sheriff’s Office (Official): “The Cook County Jail is hosting the largest international chess competition for detained individuals with 116 teams from around the world participating in the three-day virtual competition, which began yesterday. The competition is facilitated through the International Chess Federation (FIDE – International Chess Federation) and features teams from jails and prisons in 50 different countries, including international female and juvenile teams.” (Facebook)
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Visit Oak Park: “Robert’s Westside, coming soon to 7321 Madison Street in Forest Park, IL!
Robert’s Westside will showcase artists of all generations and genres and groundbreaking touring artists. The primary focus is a live music venue but, it will also serve as a welcoming neighborhood bar featuring handmade cocktails, craft beers and premiere non-alcoholic drinks.” (Facebook)
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— Nicole Fallon-Peek
About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.
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