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T he Oak Forest-Crestwood Area Chamber ofCommerce is “In Business for Business.”Since 1975, the Chamber has been an
active leader and a strong voice for thecommercial, industrial and civic interests of ourarea. We are a proactive force involved inemployment issues, workforce development,vocational training, government relations andother topics that affect our membership. We arecommitted to the individual needs of ourmembers. Simply put, our mission is to work foryou!
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Community Introduction
Location & Transportation
Shopping, Dining & Lodging
Parks & Recreation
Business
Worship
Government
Index of Advertisers
Welcome
History
Community Events
Homes & Residential Living
Education
Healthcare
Important Phone Numbers
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The communities of Oak Forest andCrestwood are on the fast track tobecoming two of the finest suburbs in
southwest Cook County. Nestled amongpicturesque forest preserves and just over20 miles from downtown Chicago, OakForest and Crestwood offer something foreveryone – from the nature enthusiast tothe urban explorer, from the smallbusiness owner to the chief executiveofficer, from the lifelong resident to thenew kid on the block.
The area’s aesthetic beauty and openspaces are quite unique to the southwestsuburbs. This, coupled with an ideallocation and access to exceptionaleducation, healthcare, retail outlets and
recreation, continues to draw in newresidents and businesses. Currently, thearea is home to approximately39,000 residents (28,000 inOak Forest and 11,000 inCrestwood) and hundredsof businesses – all ofwhich are discovering thebenefits of living anddoing business in the OakForest-Crestwoodcommunity.
There is no doubt that people in thissouthwest suburban area are proud oftheir home community and the lifestyleafforded. The Oak Forest-Crestwood areatruly is a place where anything is possible.
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Family Owned & Operated Since 1928
442 E. Lincoln HwyNew Lenox, IL 60451
(815) 485-8697
4201 W. 147th St.Midlothian, IL 60445
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Community Introduction
Becvar & SonFuneral Home
FRANK & DAVID BECVAR, Directors
5539 W. 127th St. • Crestwood, IL 60445
(708) 824-9000
Oak Forest and Crestwood share asimilar heritage, with historiesstretching back to the early 19th
century. Around this time, the region wasspeckled with farms and new towns beganspringing up with the coming of therailroad. Many of Oak Forest(originally known asCooper’s Grove) andcurrent-day Crestwood’searliest settlers traveledfrom Germany to takeadvantage of the region’shigh quality land – as manyof these settlers were farmers.
By the early 20th century, the area beganexperiencing much in the way ofresidential development. The MidlothianCountry Club was established, and in1927, residents living around the countryclub incorporated as the village ofMidlothian. A small population just northalso chose to incorporate as a village –and thus, in 1928, the village ofCrestwood was born.
In 1947, Oak Forest incorporated as avillage. Between 1950 and 1970, bothOak Forest and Crestwood’s populationdoubled. More subdivisions, the OakForest Hospital, a new high school district
and many other new convenienceswere all significant products of
this era. Additionally, roadimprovement projects wereset in place throughout thearea, and the much-anticipated Interstate 80opened the area to further
development. In 1971, thevillage of Oak Forest was
officially incorporated as a city.
As 2000 approached, the mass exodusinto many southern suburbs graduallydecreased—but not here. Oak Forest andCrestwood continue to grow and develop,as many young families are establishinghouseholds here. The area attracts newresidents and businesses for the samereasons that it had originally been soughtout – its natural beauty, ideal location, theavailability of affordable real estate and,most importantly, its valued residents.
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History
Oak Forest and Crestwood aresituated just over 20 miles fromthe Loop, in southwest Cook
County. The region’s wide range oftransportation options provides residentsand business owners with easy access toboth the excitement of downtownChicago and the relaxation of thesuburbs.
Commuters and shoppers alike cantake advantage of 24/7 access todowntown Chicago and all points in-between on the Metra trains that departregularly from the Oak Forest commuterstation at 159th & Cicero Avenue. Thestation is served by four commuter parkinglots with more than 1,000 parking spaces.
The Pace bus system alsoshuttles commuters to and from
the station and other destinations withconvenient morning, afternoon andevening routes.
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Tire & Auto, Inc.708-687-1082 • www.deretire.com
Goodyear, Dunlop and Kelly TiresComplete Auto Repair and Maintenance • Serving Oak Forest Since 1986
Location & Transportation
ILLINOIS SCHOOL BUS CO INC
13939 Cicero Av (708) 389-4545 Crestwood
SCHOOL BUS CONTRACTOR
• Field Trips• Sporting Events• Boats
• Group Outings• Shuttles
• And Much More
CHARTER BUSES
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Those who prefer to drive to theirdestinations will enjoy the convenience ofseveral nearby interstates, including I-57,I-80 and I-294. Oak Forest andCrestwood are also served by U.S. Route6 and State Routes 43 (Harlem Avenue)50 (Cicero Avenue) and 83.
And for those needing to reach regional,national or international destinationsquickly, the area is only 20-25 minutesfrom Chicago Midway InternationalAirport and 45-50 minutes from ChicagoO’Hare International Airport.
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Residents and visitors to the areadelight in the array of exciting eventsheld in the Oak Forest-Crestwood
community.
The Oak Forest-Crestwood AreaChamber ofCommerce, inpartnership withthe City of OakForest, hosts theAnnual Oak ForestFleadh (pronouncedflah) every year inMarch. The Fleadh – Gaelicfor festival – includes customerappreciation celebrations, a 5Kcompetitive run, an open bike ride, afamily parade and Pub and RestaurantOpen House. This event will take place onCicero Avenue between 151st and 159thStreet. The Oak Forest Fleadh showcasesthe spirit of our community, promotes ourlocal businesses and brings many newpeople to our area.
Over the Memorial Day weekend, make astop at Oak Forest’s Chicago Gaelic Parkfor the annual Irish Fest. This exciting eventfeatures a variety of entertainment,including Irish music, theatricalperformances, cultural workshops,contests and a full carnival, plus plenty offood and beverages. Each year, a portionof the proceeds is donated to a worthycause.
The Oak Fest Commission hosts theAnnual Oak Fest over the 4th of July
holiday. Oak Fest is a not-for-profitorganization whose sole purpose is toraise money for Oak Forest groups and to
highlight its businesses. Each yearthe annual festival centers
around the July 4th holidayfeaturing local musical actsnightly as well as acarnival, food and drink,a car show, a 5K run,games and activities. The
event also offers thebest fireworks showin Chicagoland onthe 4th of July.And as always,admission is free!
Crestwood Fest is afurther summertime favorite in the area.Held in August at Caesar Park, the festoffers guests main stage entertainment,arts & crafts vendors, an assortment ofchildren’s activities, food, a car and bikeshow and fireworks. Admission toCrestwood Fest is free.
Crestwood also hosts the exciting WindyCity ThunderBolts, a professional minorleague baseball team. Fans of the GreatAmerican Pastime pile into Standard BankStadium to cheer on their ‘Bolts at nearly50 home games during the team’s May-September season. A variety ofpromotions are held in conjunction withthe home games including: 2-for-1Tuesdays; $1.00 hot dog and sodaWednesdays; fireworks on Saturdays; andvarious themed nights.
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Oak Forest and Crestwoodresidents have a world ofshopping and dining alternatives
just minutes from their front doors. And forthose in town for more than just the day,the area offers two full-service hotelsoffering an array of on-site and in-roomamenities to make every stay comfortable.
ShoppingOak Forest and Crestwoodtogether boast quite asolid retail sector thatcontinues to groweach year. Nomatter what youare shopping for,area businesses
offer top-quality service and valueresidents and visitors have come to expect.Both small and large retail businesses giveconsumers a variety of shopping options.
Convenientlylocated stripmalls andfreestandingstores are found
along the majorthoroughfares
winding through OakForest and Crestwood,as well. Plus, severalpopular shoppingmalls, teaming with awide selection ofstores and offering
convenient parking, areclose by. Well-known
retail centers include OrlandSquare Mall, Westfield Chicago
Ridge Mall and, for those with morespecialized tastes, the world-classshopping experience of DowntownChicago and its treasured MagnificentMile (Michigan Avenue) is just a shorttrain ride away.
Look Great. Feel Great. Spend Less.Your Wedding & Prom Headquarters
6042 West 159th Street • Oak Forest IL 60452Phone: 708.687.1080 • Fax: 708.687.1098
www.jptuxedo.com • email: jptuxedo@sbcglobal.net
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Shopping, Dining & Lodging
Chicago Gaelic Park
6119 W. 147th St. • Oak Forest708-687-9323 • Fax 708-687-0120
www.chicagogaelicpark.org
The Carraig Irish Pub • Live entertainment every Friday& Saturday Night • No Cover Charge
Elegant Banquet Rooms for all occasions • 50-500 peopleWeddings, Dinner Dances, Concerts, Fashion Shows, etc.
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DiningQuality restaurants provide excellent foodand beverage service unequal to ChicagoSouthland. Hungry diners enjoy the blendof eateries in Oak Forest and Crestwood,which is comprised of pizzaplaces, bar and grills, pubs,pancake and wafflehouses, fast-foodestablishments andsteakhouses. The rangeof menus found here issure to please everyappetite, and the friendlyand efficient customerservice continues to bring backcustomers again and again.
LodgingWhether it’s an extended stay, a quickgetaway weekend or simply a night on thetown, the Oak Forest-Crestwood areaoffers plenty of lodging options for its
visitors. The Chicago Southlandoffers more than 6,000 comfortablerooms to suit every traveler. Within thearea, guests are invited to stay at theHampton Inn Chicago/Crestwood and therecently remodeled Best Western PlusChicago Southland hotel in Oak Forest.
708-535-4800
15400 Cicero Ave • Oak Forest, IL 60452
Home of Obscure Sportswww.Blarneystonesports.com
Kickball, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Softball & Sand Volleyball
"Where Memories Are Made...But Sometimes
Hard to Remember" Author Forgotten
Full Menu Available Daily 10 am • Dine-in Carry-out & DeliveryLet us do the work! Private Room Accommodates up to 60 people,
Semi-Private Room Accommodates up to 80 people. We will create apackage to meet your budget or we will cater to you.
All menus available at www.Blarney-Stone.netOpen for Lunch, Dinner and Late night snacks. Offering a Craft Beer Menu & Daily
Drink and Food Specials. Pizza Ribs Sandwiches Appetizers & Salads
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Oak Forest and Crestwood each offerfamily-oriented communities with long-term residents and small-town charm. In
fact, those who grew up here often return “home”to raise their own families in one of the area’saffordable and diverse neighborhoods. These
neighborhoods have tremendous visual appeal due
M/R PLUMBING MART, INC.
• Kitchen and BathroomRemodeling
• Service Plu mbing
• Kitchen and Bath Showroom
Phone (708) 385-8607 • Fax (708) 385-863714024 South Cicero Ave. • Crestwood, Il 60445
www.mrplumbing.com
Your one call plumbing solution
Homes & Residential Living
Single and Multi-Family Residences • Condos • Vacant Land
FHA • Apartment Buildings • Mixed-Use and Small Commercial
Bankruptcy • Divorce • Estates • Finance • Possible Sale • Tax Appeal
Oak Forest, IL • 708-535-2599 • Fax 708-535-8796 www.advancedappraisalonline.net
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CG Professional Services, Inc. - Crestwood, IL(708) 389-4110 Office • (708) 389-4511 Fax
cgpro@comcast.net ~ www.cgprofessional.com ~ WBE/Local 701
Indoor Generators ~ NEW! (For Office, Condo orApartment Living. No fumes, no gas, no mess!)
Will you be ready when yourPOWER goes out?
• Generator Repair/Install/Sales• On-Site Truck Repair
Sub Zero Refrigeration
Commercial • Industrial • Residential AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING
3662 West 147th Street • Midlothian, IL 60445Phone: (708) 687-4400 • Fax: (708) 385-6713
Family Owned and Operated Since 1972www.Sub-Zero-Refrigeration.com
In 1892, A.J. Smith was your best banking choice.Some things never change.
Orland Park708-364-7400
11275 W. 143rd Street
Orland Park708-460-7400
8000 W. 159th Street
Midlothian708-687-7400
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708-532-8787www.mydisposal.com
For all your disposal needsResidentialCommercial
Recycling • Roll-OffStreet Sweeping
Portable RestroomsSpecial Hauling
to the creeks, wetlands and other waterbodies that flow into the surrounding forestpreserves. Compared to neighboringtowns, Oak Forest and Crestwood offerless hustle and bustle – allowing you to liveat your own pace.
A wide range of styles and pricescharacterize the housing market in theOak Forest-Crestwood area. Interestedhomebuyers will discover well-maintainedhomes from the 1960s and ‘70s, as wellas newer and custom builds. Ranches,
split-levels, bungalows, Cape Cods andmany other styles are all available in quietneighborhoods throughout the area.While the majority of housing remainssingle-family, plenty of town homes,duplexes, quality manufactured homesand apartment complexes are readilyavailable for those needing a smallerspace.
Both Oak Forest and Crestwood also offerhigh quality senior living communities.Oak Forest Horizon is ideal forindependent seniors, while The Pointe atKilpatrick in Crestwood offers an excellentassisted living program. Both facilitiesfurnish residents with an assortment ofmodern amenities, programs andservices. Additional senior living optionsare available in the surrounding area.
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24 Hour Good Neighbor Service®
Chad Alfano, Agent4826 W, 148th Street
Midlothian, IL 60445-3117Bus 708 687 0830
www.chadalfano.com
Recreation abounds in Oak Forest,Crestwood and the surroundingsouthwest suburbs. The region is full
of well-preserved open spaces andbeautiful Cook County forest preservesthat offer a long list of outdoor activities.With winding walking, biking andequestrian trails andopportunities for water sports,camping, picnicking andenvironmental education,there are many ways to stayactive in the Oak Forest-Crestwood area.
When looking for a little fun orcommunity atmosphere, most residentshead down Central Avenue – the heart ofthe Oak Forest’s family, recreational andcivic life. Central Avenue is home to CityHall, the Acorn Public Library, Oak ForestHigh School and the Oak Forest ParkDistrict. With more than 20 parks, a full-service health and fitness center and awide-range of leisure and educationalprograms, the Oak Forest Park Districtoffers residents miles of opportunity toconnect with neighbors, live a healthylifestyle and try something new.
In addition, hockey players and figureskaters utilize the Southwest Ice Arena in
Crestwood, and those looking to stay fit hitthe facilities at the Crestwood Recreationand Wellness Center. This modern facilityis complete with a five-lane, 25-yardindoor lap pool, sport courts, a three-lane,1/10-mile indoor track, a well-equipped
fitness center and a catalog of groupexercise classes and programs
for members of all ages.
For the golfing enthusiast,Oak Forest is home to theGeorge W. Dunne National
Golf Course. Recognized byGolf Digest as one of the area’s
top public courses, this 18-holecourse offers unique features, includingbent grass fairways and greens, lakes,tree-lined fairways and an abundance ofwildlife. Further golf opportunities areavailable just outside of the Oak Forest-Crestwood area.
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Parks & Recreation
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Whether your little one is akindergarten graduate or acollege graduate, educational
opportunities abound in Oak Forest andCrestwood.
Six public elementary school districts serveresidents in the two communities, includingdistricts 130, 142, 143, 144, 145 and146. Area students entering the 9th gradefeed into Community High School District218, Bremen High School District 228 orConsolidated High School District 230.There are also several private schoolswithin Oak Forest and Crestwood,
Acorn Child Care AndEarly Learning Center
6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
CAROL MARTIN - OWNER
NANCY WOESTMAN - DIRECTOR
6 Weeks - 10 Years • Full / Part Time Care
* Pre-Kindergarten * Infants * Pre-School* Toddlers * Before & After-School
4815 W. 155th St.Oak Forest, IL 60452
(708) 687-9600
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including St. DamianCatholic School, a nationallyrecognized Blue RibbonSchool.
For those looking to pursuepost-secondary education,the area is filled withexceptional highereducation institutions.Oak Forest houses acampus of DePaulUniversity, whichoffers both degreeand non-degreeprograms in variousacademic areas. Othernearby options includeMoraine Valley Community College,South Suburban College, Prairie StateCollege and Governors State University, toname a few.
Clearly, Oak Forest andCrestwood have what it takes to
help students pave the road tosuccess.
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Both Oak Forest and Crestwoodprovide a strong environment forresidential, commercial and
industrial development. The communitiescontinually strive to enhance theireconomic vitality and superiorquality of life by ensuringtop-notch developmentand redevelopment,protection of naturalresources, continuoussupport in the businesscommunity and themaintenance attractiveneighborhoods.
Many reasons contribute to the region’seconomic draw – an excellent location
near a major city and an extensivetransportation network; the availability ofa highly skilled and dedicated workforce;a high quality of life characterized by
outstanding education, recreation,healthcare and residential
options; and a number ofbusiness incentives andsupportive businessentities.
The City of Oak Forest’sCommunity Development
Department offers threedesignated Tax Increment
Financing (TIF) districts, as well as aFaçade Assistance Program for eligiblebusinesses. This city department is asignificant resource for businesses in thearea, offering these great incentives,along with assistance with planning andzoning, economic development, buildingand construction, and other services.
The Community Development Departmentworks closely with the Oak Forest-Crestwood Area Chamber of Commerce– a tremendous asset to area businesses.The Chamber works diligently to
Thomas E. Crosby - LUTCFPresident
14930 S. Cicero Avenue • Oak Forest, IL 60452BUS: (708) 597-8731 • FAX: (708) 597-8431 • CELL: (708) 912-2783
tcrosby@insxchg.com • www.theinsuranceexchangeltd.com
AUTO • HOME • LIFE • HEALTH • COMMERCIAL
Business
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5251 West 147th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452-1300
(708) 535-2600
Some of the JobsWe Fill Everyday
Assembly • ClericalFulfillment • Maintenance
Receiving • CollatingBindery Workers
Handwork • Order PickersCleanup • Food Services
Inventory • PackingShipping • Truck Helpers
Warehouse
4240 W. 166th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452
Ph: 708-535-0877Fax: 708-535-1730
Paving & Sealcoating Co.“Service Beyond the Surface”
strengthen Oak Forest and Crestwood’seconomic vitality, and serves as a focalpoint for communication and networkingopportunities between businesses and thecommunity through a number of events,programs and services. Access availableinformation by visiting www.oc-chamber.org, or contacting the Chamberby phone at 708-687-4600.
Further resources for business andeconomic development needs for areaentities include the Chicago SouthlandChamber of Commerce, the ChicagoSouthland Development Corporation andthe Illinois Department of Commerce andEconomic Opportunity.
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In addition to the quality healthcareprovided through area physicians,dentists, chiropractors and other
healthcare specialists, area residents haveaccess to the highly rated Oak ForestHospital, part of the Cook County Bureauof Health Services.
Located on a 340-acre campus at 15900S. Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest Hospital isa more than 600-bed facility supplyingexcellent services in the areas of
rehabilitation, chronic disease, acute care,subacute care, skilled nursing care and
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long-term intermediate/supportive care. Ithas been praised for its innovations andcontinues to meet the evolving healthcareneeds of the community through theaddition of new medical programs.In recent times, programs inoncology, maternal fetalmedicine, painmanagement, woundcare and others havebeen incorporated intothe hospital’s directoryof services. As aspecialty hospital, OakForest complements thetertiary care services of themodern John Stroger, Jr. Hospital andthe community services of ProvidentHospital. It is also closely affiliated withthree suburban clinics operated by theAmbulatory and Community HealthNetwork.
Further hospitals providinghealth services in the area
include Christ Hospital and MedicalCenter in Oak Lawn, Palos CommunityHospital in Palos Heights and MetroSouthMedical Center in Blue Island. IngallsHealth Systems operates community-based treatment centers throughout thesouthwest suburbs as well.
Residents can discover the spirit ofcommunity at one of the many faith-based organizations in the Oak
Forest-Crestwood community. Theseinstitutions provide more than just a place topray, they offer fellowship, healing andcommunity support. No matter what yourspiritual beliefs are, you’ll find that OakForest and Crestwood are two communitiesthat move you to a higher level.
Calvary Church of the Nazarene5536 W. 131st St., Crestwood708-597-6122www.calvaryfriends.org
Crestwood Christian Center4925 W. Midlothian Turnpike, Crestwood708-371-6199www.crestwoodchristiancenter.org
Crestwood Church of Christ13860 S. Cicero Ave., Crestwood708-389-6217www.crestwoodchurchofchrist.org
Hilltop Bible Church14036 Long Ave., Crestwood708-371-8228
Hope Christian Reformed Church5825 W. 151st St., Oak Forest708-687-2095
Hope Community Church15601 S. Lamon Ave., Oak Forest708-687-2230
Grace Fellowship Church15150 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Forest708-535-1200www.gfcoakforest.org
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses14128 Kildare Ave., Crestwood708-597-6673
Lutheran Church of the Resurrection15050 S. Central Ave., Oak Forest708-687-2170www.resurrection-oakforest.org
New Beginnings Covenant Fellowship5940 W. 159th St., Oak Forest708-331-9332
New Life Community Church5333 151st St., Oak Forest708-499-6240www.newlifeoakforest.com
Oak Forest United Methodist Church159th St. & Lorel Ave., Oak Forest708-687-2748www.ofumc.org
Our Savior’s Evangelical CovenantChurch5940 W. 159th St., Oak Forest708-687-5268www.covchurch.org
St. Titus Church5400 159th St., Oak Forest708-926-9588
Peace Evangelical Lutheran Church17151 S. Central Ave., Oak Forest708-532-4288www.peaceevlutheran.com
Redeemer’s Lutheran Church4955 W. 158th St., Oak Forest708-687-2432
St. Damian Catholic Church5250 155th St., Oak Forest708-687-1370www.stdamianchurch.org
Valley Kingdom Ministries—Valley West5300 W. 151st St., Oak Forest708-535-9434www.vkmi.org
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Worship
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St. Damian ChurchA Community of Souls, Serving Godand One Another, in the Name ofJesus Christ.
(708) 687-1370www.stdamianchurch.org
e-mail: stdamian@hotmail.com5300 W. 155th St.
Oak Forest, IL 60452
Parish MinistriesMen’s Club, Women’s Club, Bingo, Anniversary Mass, Athletics,
Adult Religious Education, Youth Ministry, Outreach, Prayer Group, Christ Renews His Parish, Cancer Support
Group, Pro-Life Group, Elizabeth Ministry, St. Vincent de Paul, Helping Hands, Health Ministry, Isaiah Ministry
Mass ScheduleDaily: Monday thru Saturday 9:00 am, Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 am
Weekend: Saturday 5:00 pm; Sunday 6:45 am,8:00 am, 9:30 am, 11:00 am, 12:30 pm
Holy Days: Vigil 7:00 pm; Day: 7:00 am, 9:00 am, 7:00 pm
Vision Statement:A Parish that is always encouragingongoing spiritual growth; fostering
community; centered in the Eucharist; performing works that
lead to the transformation of society-the achievement of social
justice.
CITY OF OAK FOREST 15440 S. Central Ave., Oak Forest708-687-4050 | F: 708-535-0014www.oak-forest.org
VILLAGE OF CRESTWOOD13840 S. Cicero Ave., Crestwood708-371-4800 | F: 708-371-4849www.villageofcrestwood.com
OAK FOREST PARK DISTRICT15601 Central Ave., Oak Forest708-687-7270 | F: 708-687-9937
Don Gorman Fieldhouse708-687-8882
OC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE15440 S. Central Ave., Oak Forest708-687-4600 | F: 708-687-7878www.oc-chamber.org
ACORN PUBLIC LIBRARY15624 S. Central Ave., Oak ForestP: 708-687-3700 | F: 708-687-3712www.acornlibrary.org
CRESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY4955 W. 135th St., Crestwood708-371-4090www.crestwoodlibrary.org
OAK FOREST POST OFFICE15811 S. Central Ave., Oak Forest708-687-2137
TOWNSHIPBremen Township15350 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Forest708-687-8220www.brementownship.net
Bremen Youth Services15350 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Forest708-687-9200
EMERGENCY NUMBERSOak Forest Police DepartmentNon-Emergency .........708-687-1376Emergency .................................911
Oak Forest Fire DepartmentNon-Emergency .........708-687-6050Emergency .................................911
Crestwood Police DepartmentNon-Emergency .........708-385-5131Emergency .................................911
Crestwood Fire DepartmentNon-Emergency .........708-371-4805Emergency .................................911
Other Emergency NumbersAmbulance.................................911Poison Control............800-942-5969Domestic Violence ......312-341-2866Child Abuse ...............800-252-2873Drug Abuse ...............800-622-2255
Other Government UnitsDriver’s License...........312-793-1010Cook County Sheriff ...312-603-6444Cook County
Health Dept...........708-210-4500State Police ................312-433-8000
TRANSPORTATIONOak Forest Community Bus708-473-2925
Metra312-322-6777
RTA Pace Bus800-972-7000
UTILITIESAT&T .........................800-288-2020Comcast .....................866-886-6838Commonweath Edison...800-334-7661J.U.L.I.E. ....................800-892-0123NICOR Gas ................888-642-6748Nuway Disposal .........708-479-9555
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Important Phone Numbers
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HOSPITALSAdvocate South Suburban College17800 S. Kedzie Ave., Hazel Crest708-799-8000
Christ Hospital4440 W. 95th St., Oak Lawn708-425-8000
Ingalls Hospital1 Ingalls Dr., Harvey708-333-2300
Palos Community Hospital80th Ave. & McCarthy Rd.Palos Heights708-361-4500
St. Francis Hospital12953 S. Gregory St., Blue Island708-597-2000
SCHOOLSCook County School District 13012300 S. Greenwood Ave.Blue Island708-385-6800www.district130.org
Nathan Hale Primary School708-385-4690
Nathan Hale Intermediate School708-385-4690
Nathan Hale Middle School708-385-6690
Forest Ridge Elementary SchoolDistrict 14215000 S. Laramie Ave., Oak Forest708-687-3334www.d142.org
Ridge Early Childhood Center708-687-2964
G. Kerkstra School708-687-2860
Lee R. Foster School708-687-4763
Jack Hille Middle School708-687-5550
Midlothian School District 14314959 Pulaski Rd., Midlothian708-388-6450www.msd143.org
Kolmar Elementary School708-385-6747
Prairie-Hills Elementary School District 1443015 W. 163rd St., Markham708-210-2888www.phsd144.net
Fieldcrest School708-210-2872
Prairie Hills Jr. High708-210-2860
Arbor Park School District 14515901 S. Forest Ave., Oak Forest708-687-8040www.arbor145.org
Kimberly Heights School708-532-6434
Morton-Gingerwood School708-560-0092
Scarlet Oaks School708-687-5822
Arbor Park Middle School708-687-8040
Community Consolidated SchoolDistrict 1466611 W. 171st St., Tinley Park708-614-4500www.ccsd146.k12.il.us
Fierke Education Center708-614-4520
Central Jr. High School708-614-4510
Community High School District 21810701 S. Kilpatrick Ave., Oak Lawn708-424-2000www.chsd218.org
Delta Learning Center708-371-1880
Summit Learning Center708-371-1986
Bremen High School District 22815233 S. Crawford Ave., Midlothian708-389-1175bhsd228.schoolwires.net
Oak Forest High School708-687-0500
Tinley Park High School708-532-1900
Consolidated High School District 23015100 S. 94th Ave., Orland Park708-349-5750
Carl Sandburg High School708-361-4600
St. Damian Catholic School5300 W. 155th St., Oak Forest708-687-4230www.stdamianschool.org
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIESDePaul University(Oak Forest Campus)16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest312-476-3000
Governors State University1 University Pkwy., University Park708-534-5000www.govst.edu
Moraine Valley Community College9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills708-974-4300www.morainevalley.edu
Prairie State College202 S. Halsted St., Chicago Heights708-709-3500www.prairiestate.edu
South Suburban College(Main Campus)15800 S. State St., South Holland708-596-2000
(University & College Center)16333 S. Kilbourn Ave., Oak Forest708-225-6000
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ADVERTISINGFolgers Flag and Decorating, Inc.Deb Folgers2748 York StreetBlue Island, IL 60456(708) 388-1598 - Fax: (708) 388-9997folgersflag@att.netwww.folgersflag.com
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ATTORNEYSAshack & Daudish, PCJames Ashack15507 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-8700 - Fax: (708) 535-8693attorneys@ashackdaudish.com
Bernard Kelly, Attorney6006 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0506 - Fax: (708) 687-9688bkellyrealaw@gmail.com
Sandrick Law Firm, LLCBill SandrickP.O. Box 178387Chicago, IL 60617(312) 867-1515 - Fax: (312) 867-1616wsandrick@sbtaxlaw.comwww.sandricklaw.com
AUTOMOTIVEAlpha Auto Repair, LLCRobert Petru13604 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 597-2700info@alphaautorepair.orgwww.alphaautorepair.org
Awesome Automotive Inc.Ed & Tracey Simich13430 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 371-2976awesomeautomotive@att.netwww.awesomeautomotive.info
Central Collision CentersNicole Seehausen15232 S. Oak Park AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 429-0818 - Fax: (708) 429-0978nseehausen@centralcollisionmokena.comwww.centralcollision.com
Discount Tire Co.Abel Santos5434 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7506 - Fax: (708) 687-7537ilc_23mgr@discounttire.comwww.discounttire.com
EFH CyclesShelley White15411 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3375 - Fax: (708) 687-3579
FullServ Auto CareSusan Khattab15436 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 925-9954 - Fax: (708) 575-8227slkmanagement@comcast.net
Judge Automotive & Towing, Inc.Mark Judge16210 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0077 - Fax: (708) 535-9977judgeauto@yahoo.com
Milex Car CareTom Roche6240 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6121 - Fax: (708) 687-4108milexof@sbcglobal.netwww.milex.us
Neff Automotive CorporationRobert Neff4500 W. 137th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 293-8914 - Fax: (708) 293-8916neffauto1@sbcglobal.netwww.neffauto.com
Pro-Master Truck Repair, Inc.Joe Babuscak4549 W. 137th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 388-4515 - Fax: (708) 388-5985promastertruck@gmail.com
Sergio’s Body ShopDiana Garcia15330 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-6869 - Fax: (708) 535-6080sergiosbodyshop@aol.com
Swartz & Son Auto BodyBeverly Swartz4931 W. 173rd StreetCountry Club Hills, IL 60478(708) 798-0223 - Fax: (708) 798-6393msmayberry09@comcast.net
BANKSChase BankPaula Boston5520 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-9814 - Fax: (708) 687-3192paula.boston@chase.comwww.chase.com
CNB Bank & TrustAndrew Tinberg5459 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-8905 - Fax: (708) 535-8875atinberg@cnbil.comwww.cnbil.com
First Midwest BankNancy Nelson13500 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 824-2951 - Fax: (708) 824-2956nancy.nelson@firstmidwest.comwww.firstmidwest.com
FirstMerit BankClayton Kincaid6521 W. 127th StreetPalos Heights, IL 60463(708) 239-4220clayton.kincaid@firstmerit.comwww.firstmerit.com
Marquette BankCarrie Williams5700 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-1907 - Fax: (708) 349-2093cwilliams@emarquette.comwww.emarquette.com
MB FinancialJennifer McGinley15533 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6000 - Fax: (708) 687-6650jmcginley@mbfinancial.comwww.mbfinancial.com
PNC BankElvia Ontiveros4920 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-1035 - Fax: (708) 535-1157elvia.ontiveros@pnc.comwww.pncbank.com
Seaway Bank and Trust CompanyMichelle Mathews5601 W. 127th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 385-6900mmathews@seawaybank.uswww.seawaybank.us
Standard BankJeffrey Staszak15901 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0550 - Fax: (708) 535-1717jeffrey.staszak@standardbanks.comwww.standardbanks.com
BUILDERS & CONSTRUCTIONMalecky BuildersJames Malecky15536 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 714-3623 - Fax: (708) 687-6704kmalecky1@aol.comwww.maleckybuilders.com
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BUILDING MATERIALSWille BrothersKevin Jarchow15800 S. Lamon AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-4000 - Fax: (708) 687-8652kjarchow@willebrothers.comwww.willebrothers.com
BUS SERVICESIllinois School Bus Co., Inc.Debbie Wicklander13939 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 389-4545debbie@illinoisschoolbus.comwww.cookillinois.com
CAR WASHESTower Car WashThomas Petta12225 Western AvenueBlue Island, IL 60406(708) 389-9432 - Fax: (708) 389-9142towercarwash@aol.com
CARPET SUPPLYStyle CarpetsGarrett Dove15158 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7033 - Fax: (708) 687-2252info@stylecarpetsinc.comwww.stylecarpetsinc.com
CATERINGEuro Pig Inc.Alex Pajic4536 W. 152nd StreetMidlothian, IL 60445(708) 225-9309alkelpajic@yahoo.com
CELLULAR SERVICESU.S. CellularLeigha Hamilton13211 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 293-1749 - Fax: (708) 293-1803leighahamilton@uscellular.comwww.uscellular.com
CHARITABLE/NONPROFITOperation Blessing of SW ChicagolandMarssha Jakobi4330 Midlothian TurnpikeCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 597-6326mdjako@aol.comwww.opblessing.org
Together We CopeKaren Moran17010 Oak Park AvenueTinley Park, IL 60477(708) 633-5040kmoran@togetherwecope.comwww.togetherwecope.com
CHILD CAREAcorn Child CareCarol Martin4815 W. 155th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-9600 - Fax: (708) 687-3136
Triple R Child Care Inc.Marti Mesmer5500 W. 147th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 385-7474 - Fax: (708) 385-0593martitrcc@aol.comwww.triplerchildcareoakforest.com
CHIROPRACTORSBrannigan Chiropractic CenterAnna Brannigan1400 Ravinia PlaceOrland Park, IL 60462(708) 966-4413branniganchiropractic@gmail.comwww.branniganchiropractic.com
Chiro One Wellness Centers2210 Camden Court, Ste. 1EOak Brook, IL 60523(630) 468-1824 - Fax: (847) 805-9117www.chiroone.net
COMMUNICATIONSEmerson Process RepairFrank Manks4320 W. 166th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-5122 - Fax: (708) 535-1458frank.manks@emersonprocess.comwww.emersonprocess.com
COMMUNITY & CIVICBremen Youth ServicesDon Sebek15350 Oak Park AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-9200 - Fax: (708) 687-9211bys15350@aol.comwww.bremenyouthservices.org
COMPUTER SERVICESPalcomp/Hi-Tek SystemsSam Nammari15505 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-8833 - Fax: (708) 687-8846greg@hi-tek-systems.comwww.hi-tek-systems.com
Savid TechnologiesMichael Davis18470 Thompson Court, Ste. 2BTinley Park, IL 60477(708) 532-2843mdavis@savidtech.comwww.savidtech.com
DANCE STUDIOSLegacy Dance StudioPatricia Spreadbury14814 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-8622 - Fax: (708) 687-9388patspreadbury@hotmail.comwww.legacydancing.com
DENTISTSDr. Thomas Krull6320 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-0880thomaskrulldds@gmail.comwww.thomaskrulldds.com
O’Donnell Dental CareDr. Joseph O’Donnell15028 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0050 - Fax: (708) 535-2170dr@oakforestdentist.comwww.oakforestdentist.com
Dr. Arnel Ondoy15510 Cicero Avenue, Ste. 102-108Oak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0333 - Fax: (708) 535-0341drondoy@att.net
EYE CAREKirschner Vision GroupDr. Kenneth Kirschner7026 W. 159th StreetOrland Park, IL 60462(708) 687-0600 - Fax: (708) 687-0661kkeyedoc@yahoo.comwww.visionsource-kirschnervision.com
FINANCIAL SERVICESEdward JonesJan Gewont60 Orland Square DriveOrland Park, IL 60462(708) 873-9436 - Fax: (877) 582-9450jan.gewont@edwardjones.comwww.edwardjones.com
FLORISTSVacha’s Forest FlowersDon Vacha6260 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6668 - Fax: (708) 687-8545donaldvacha@sbcglobal.netwww.vachasforestflowers.com
FOOD SERVICESTastefully SimpleBecky McNeill6230 Rio VerdeOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 925-0558jnbmcneill@comcast.netwww.tastefullysimple.com
FUNERAL HOMESBecvar & Son Funeral HomeFrank & David Becvar5539 W. 127th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 824-9000fvbecvar@hotmail.comwww.becvarfuneralhome.com
McKenzie Funeral HomeCharles McKenzie15618 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-2990 - Fax: (708) 687-3003
GOLF COURSESGeorge W. Dunne NationalBrian Dober16310 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 429-6886 - Fax: (708) 687-1589bdober@forestpreservegolf.comwww.forestpreservegolf.com
GOVERNMENTCity of Oak Forest15440 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-4050 - Fax: (708) 687-8817www.oak-forest.org
Cook County Board of Commissioner 6thDistrictJoan Patricia Murphy5405 W. 127th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 389-2125jpmurphy@cookcountygov.comwww.co.cook.il.us
Oak Forest Fire DepartmentChief Terrance Lipinski5620 James DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6050 - Fax: (708) 687-1424www.oak-forest.org/fire
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Oak Forest Police DepartmentChief Greg Anderson15440 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-1376 - Fax: (708) 687-6218www.oak-forest.org/police
Oak Forest Public WorksTroy Ishler15440 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-4090 - Fax: (708) 687-2028www.oak-forest.org
State Senator Maggie Crotty5119 W. 159th Street, #1EOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-9696 - Fax: (708) 687-9801sencrotty19@aol.comwww.ilga.gov
HEALTHCAREAccelerated Rehabilitation CentersSandy Burns13614 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 389-3077sburns@acceleratedrehab.comwww.acceleratedrehab.com
Accuquest Hearing CenterKeri Maas6066 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-4974 - Fax: (708) 687-4975keri.maas@accuquest.comwww.accuquest.net
Genesis Therapy CenterBrenda Saville6006 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-7320 - Fax: (708) 535-7571info@genesistherapy.orgwww.genesistherapy.org
Metro South Health CareSandra Wilks, RN12935 S. Gregory StreetBlue Island, IL 60406(708) 824-4462 - Fax: (708) 489-7938swilks@metrosouthmedicalcenter.comwww.metrosouthmedicalcenter.com
Stepping Stone Rehab ServicesShilpa Sharma6320 W. 159th Street, Ste. FOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-8768 - Fax: (708) 364-0518asharma@handrehabclinic.comwww.handrehabclinic.com
HEATING & COOLINGKing Heating & Air ConditioningTim Ward4813 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6898 - Fax: (708) 687-6078kingheat1@sbcglobal.netwww.thekinghvac.com
Sub Zero RefrigerationGina Ames3662 W. 147th StreetMidlothian, IL 60445(708) 385-2418 - Fax: (708) 385-6713ginasubo@aol.comwww.subzero.com
HOME & GARDEN4 Seasons Arbor ServiceEd Ritzema4349 W. 136th CourtCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 371-5439fourseasonsarbor@sbcglobal.netwww.4seasonsarborservice.com
Bath FitterMelissa Mooshegian9960 W. 191st StreetMokena, IL 60448(708) 478-6390 - Fax: (708) 478-7187mmooshegian@bathfitter.comwww.bathfitter.com
HOME FURNISHINGSBudget BlindsCheri Rogers8119 Abbey RoadTinley Park, IL 60477(708) 444-1737 - Fax: (708) 444-8337crogers@budgetblinds.comwww.budgetblinds.com
HOME HEALTHScnamericaNancy Judickas800 Hillgrove AvenueWestern Springs, IL 60558(888) 860-NURSnjudickas@scnamerica.comwww.scnamerica.com
HOME IMPROVEMENTDNR Construction Inc.Dennis Helwig5803 Edward DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-2245 - Fax: (708) 535-7004dennis@dnrwindows.comwww.dnrwindows.com
Four Seasons Home ServicesRyan Bruinsma14017 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 653-9430rbruinsma@fshac.comwww.fourseasonshomeservices.com
Mocco RoofingMel Mocco15406 Michaele DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-2137gqroofer@aol.com
Pro-Line Contractors, Inc.David Ashley15530 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 479-1237 - Fax: (708) 301-9779prolinehome@aol.com
Weber & Sons Window & SidingRalph Weber15417 Westview DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-1572 - Fax: (708) 687-1806weberandsons@sbcglobal.netwww.rweberandsons.com
HOME INSPECTIONSKenny Home InspectionsKevin Kenny15246 Creekside DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-2784info@kennyhomeinspections.comwww.kennyhomeinspections.com
HOME THEATERSInnovative Interiors Inc.Keith Wroda5800 Independence AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 420-2039keith@keithwroda.comwww.keithwroda.com
HOTELSHampton Inn - CrestwoodLaura Tews13330 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 597-3330 - Fax: (708) 597-3691laura.tews@hilton.comwww.hamptoninn.com
INSURANCEAllstate InsuranceGreg Maksimuk5320 W. 159th Street, #403Oak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-1212 - Fax: (708) 687-1223gmaksimuk@allstate.comwww.allstateagencies.com
American Family InsuranceSam Rolph15337 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-8770 - Fax: (708) 687-8865srolph@amfam.comwww.amfam.com
The Insurance ExchangeThomas Crosby, Sr.14930 S. Cicero Avenue, Ste. 1AOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 597-8731 - Fax: (708) 597-8431insuranceexchange@insxchg.comwww.theinsuranceexchangeltd.com
Insure-RiteTony Killilea3901 W. 95th StreetEvergreen Park, IL 60805(708) 636-8484 - Fax: (708) 636-8277tony.k@insurerite.comwww.insurerite.com
Scott Neil State Farm Insurance AgencyScott Neil6000 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7701 - Fax: (708) 272-9003scott.neil.puzk@statefarm.comwww.statefarm.com
State FarmLori Koehler6006 W. 159th Street, Bldg. D, Unit 1EOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-0072 - Fax: (708) 687-1510lori.koehler.c29x@statefarm.comwww.statefarm.com
Thornton Powell InsuranceMike Donahue5550 W. 147th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 597-2800 - Fax: (708) 597-2945miked@thorntonpowell.comwww.thorntonpowell.com
LIBRARIESAcorn Public Library15624 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3700 - Fax: (708) 687-3712www.acornlibrary.org
LOCKSMITHSAccess SecurityPat Orr6852 Westview DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-5625 - Fax: (708) 535-5433service@asilocks.comwww.asilocks.com
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LODGINGBest Western Plus Chicago SouthlandHotelShaun Meister4375 Frontage RoadOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-4800 - Fax: (708) 687-4900shaun.bestwestern@yahoo.comwww.bestwestern.com
MARKETINGFanning CommunicationsJohn Fanning4701 Midlothian Turnpike, Ste. #4Crestwood, IL 60445(708) 293-1430 - Fax: (708) 293-1432john@fanning.ccwww.fanningcommunications.com
MEDIAPatchLauren Trautlauren.traut@patch.comwww.patch.com
MEDIA - NEWSPAPERSSun Times MediaPam Stern6901 W. 159th StreetTinley Park, IL 60447(708) 633-6892 - Fax: (708) 633-4860pstern@mwsp1.comwww.suntimes.com
METAL FABRICATORSTal-Mar Custom Fabricators Inc.David Liskovec4362 W. 138th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 371-0233talmar@tal-mar.comwww.tal-mar.com
MOVING SERVICESThompson Moving & Storage Inc.John Flanigan15331 S. 70th CourtOrland Park, IL 60462(708) 687-4446thompsonmovers@yahoo.comwww.movinu.com
PAINT SUPPLIESCalumet Paint and WallpaperMark LaVelle5736 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-1400 - Fax: (708) 535-3982salukis72@hotmail.comwww.calumetpaint.benmoorepaints.com
PARKS & RECREATIONOak Forest Park DistrictCindy Grannan15601 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7270 - Fax: (708) 687-9937cgrannan@oakforestparks.orgwww.oakforestparks.org
PERSONAL SERVICES & CAREAvonStarlene Rudofski15631 Reynolds LaneOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7083 - Fax: (708) 535-7108rudofski_starlene@yahoo.comwww.avon.com
Capri School of BeautyTricia Seil15815 Rob Roy DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3020 - Fax: (708)687-3092tricia@capribeautycollege.comwww.capri.edu/oakforest
Great ClipsAlice Madeja5536 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-9890 - Fax: (630) 904-4371alice.madeja@greatclips.netwww.greatclips.com
Hair CutteryIsabel Rynewkicz5455 W. 155th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-9294dmahalik@ratnerco.comwww.haircuttery.com
John Amico School of Hair DesignJohn Amico, Sr.15301 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7800johnamico@aol.comwww.johnamicoschoolofhairdesign.com
Mary Kay Cosmetics - GoddardHyacinth J. Goddard15706 Revere CourtOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0503hyacinth.goddard@marykay.comwww.marykay.com
MonaVieSue Wolf133 White StreetFrankfort, IL 60423(815) 469-2088sooz133@yahoo.comwww.monavie.com
Patti G’s Hair SalonPatti Griffin15101 Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-0832pattigsalon@aol.com
Sense of SerenityApril Witte15126 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-8560ebay212@comcast.netwww.senseofserenityonline.com
PET GROOMINGPup-N-Suds Inc. Dog GroomingTerry Huser4815 W. 155th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-4409 - Fax: (708) 925-0099thuser816@aol.com
PET SUPPLIESCapital Pet Inc.Gary Roulo17500 S. Cicero AvenueCountry Club Hills, IL 60478(708) 798-4800 - Fax: (708) 798-4892
PHOTOGRAPHYEddie’s PhotographyLiz Novak5430 Bonnie TrailOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 207-2690eddiespix@yahoo.comwww.eddiesphotography.com
PLUMBING SERVICESM/R Plulmbing Mart, Inc.Mark Smith14024 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 385-8607mrplumbingmart1@comcast.netwww.mrplumbingmart.com
Simon Plumbing & SewerTodd Simon5200 W. 160th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3378 - Fax: (708) 687-8162simonplumbing3378@yahoo.comwww.simonplumbing.com
Szabo Rooterman PlumbingKevin Szabo14417 California AvenuePosen, IL 60469(708) 389-6543 - Fax: (708) 389-5839szaborootermanplumbing@comcast.net
PRINTINGDaniels Printing & Office SupplyPam Vaclav14800 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3055 - Fax: (708) 687-3905pam@danielspos.comwww.danielspos.com
Impression Printing & PromotionsKathy Dreschel15509 S. 70th CourtOrland Park, IL 60462(708) 614-8660 - Fax: (708) 614-8008impressionptg@aol.comwww.impressionprinting.com
In Print GraphicsJoseph Racine, Sr.4201 W. 166th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 396-1010 - Fax: (708) 396-0767jracine@in-printgraphics.comwww.in-printgraphics.com
Quality Printing and DesignCindy Fudge15540-A Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-7300 - Fax: (708) 535-7302quality597cf@aol.comwww.qualityprintinganddesign.com
PRODUCTION & WHOLESALEGKR Industries, Inc.Kris Fleury13653 S. Kenton AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 389-2003kris@gkrindustries.comwww.gkrindustries.com
PROFESSIONAL SERVICESBaxter & WoodmanMike Scholefield8840 W. 192nd StreetMokena, IL 60448(708) 478-2090 - Fax: (708) 478-8710mscholefield@baxwood.comwww.baxterwoodman.com
Kenneth J. Kogut & Assoc.Kenneth Kogut5232 W. 170th PlaceOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 560-0083 - Fax: (708) 560-0685kenk@kogutassoc.comwww.kogutassoc.com
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Maximus Human Services, Inc.Enisa Menkovic15900 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 633-2775 - Fax: (708) 633-2778enisamenkovic@maximus.comwww.maximus.com
PROMOTIONAL SERVICESTBK PromotionsKevin Flynn3055 W. 111th Street, Ste. 2 SouthChicago, IL 60655(773) 239-2222 - Fax: (773) 239-2223info@tbkpromotions.comwww.tbkpromotions.com
PUBLIC UTILITIESAT&TSam Balarck225 W. Randolph StreetChicago, IL 60606(312) 727-7572 - Fax: (312) 727-3722sb8658@att.comwww.att.com
REAL ESTATEClassic Realty GroupJoan Kelly15545 S. 70th Court, #202Orland Park, IL 60462(708) 645-8500 - Fax: (708) 687-9688jkellyreal@gmail.com
ERA Arrow Real EstateCarol Treace15347 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-8100 - Fax: (708) 687-8110carol.treace@era.comwww.eraarrow.biz
Future Property Services, Inc.Valeri Shalati16825 S. LeClaire AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 381-8066 - Fax: (708) 560-0536val@futureps.comwww.futureps.com
Inland Commercial PropertyTheresa Nabors-Rowe2901 Butterfield RoadOak Brook, IL 60523(630) 218-5262 - Fax: (630) 218-5270nabors-rowe@inlandrealestate.comwww.inlandgroup.com
Martello Realty GroupBrian Martello5119 W. 159th Street, Ste. 1WOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-9640bmartello@martellorealtygroup.comwww.martellorealtygroup.com
Realty Executives AmbassadorFrank JacksonP.O. Box 466Oak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-6200 - Fax: (708) 590-0894frank@frankjackson.netwww.frankjackson.net
RENTAL EQUIPMENTRental MaxRob Jacklin15259 S. Harlem AvenueOrland Park, IL 60462(708) 535-5080 - Fax: (708) 535-3454rjacklin@rentalmax.comwww.rentalmax.com
RESIDENCESCovenant Enabling ResidentialJulie Smith15841 Terrace DriveOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-2038 x205 - Fax: (708) 687-2762jfouts65@hotmail.comwww.cerofillinois.org
Oak Forest HorizonFlorence Latinovich14904 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7396 - Fax: (708) 687-1254www.oakforesthorizon.com
Oak Forest MHCJudy Sinish5112 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3245 - Fax: (708) 687-3294www.gahnet.com
The Pointe at KilpatrickShirley Camacho14230 S. Kilpatrick AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 293-0010scamacho@thepointeslf.comwww.thepointeslf.com
Rustic Oaks AssociatesJill Kammin15935 LeClaire Avenue, Ste. 1AOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-9640 - Fax: (708) 687-9642manager_rusticoaks@benchmarkgrp.com
RESTAURANTS, FOOD & BEVERAGEBartolini’sDawn Bartolini14420 S. Pulaski RoadMidlothian, IL 60445(708) 396-2333 - Fax: (708) 396-2699d.bartolini@comcast.netwww.bartolinis.com
Beggar’s PizzaLarry Garetto15600 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-9500 - Fax: (708) 535-9055beggarsp@aol.comwww.beggarspizza.com
Blarney Stone PubKimberly Keane15400 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-4800 - Fax: (708) 535-9105blarney032@aol.comwww.blarney-stone.net
Cindy’s PubCindy Tuccillo5230 S. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6918 -
Doug’s DogsCheryl Hwang6200 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 655-6808cheryl_hwang@yahoo.com
Durbins in MidlothianJames McAuliffe14753 Cicero AvenueMidlothian, IL 60445(708) 687-1700 - Fax: (708) 687-1703flanneryrobin@ymail.comwww.durbinspub.com
Gaelic ParkMarian Ryan6119 W. 147th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-9323 - Fax: (708) 687-0120generalmanager@chicagogaelicpark.orgwww.chicagogaelicpark.org
Jack Gibbons GardensDave Lynch147th & Oak Park AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-2331 - Fax: (708) 687-2868jackgibbonsgardens@comcast.netwww.jackgibbonsgarden.com
Jenny’s SteakhouseCarl Courtright11041 S. Menard AvenueChicago Ridge, IL 60415(708) 229-2272 - Fax: (708) 229-0640jennyssteakhouse@hotmail.comwww.jennyssteakhouse.com
Kenootz PizzaKen Keeler4659 W. 147th StreetMidlothian, IL 60445(708) 535-0005kenootz@sbcglobal.netwww.kenootz.com
Kingsberry Waffle HouseJonathon Mantas5420 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-3300 - Fax: (708) 687-4068
Marcotte’s Bar & GrillLisa Marcotte/Carey Williams15501 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-8960 - Fax: (708) 535-8961careym1980@yahoo.comwww.marcottes.net
Mickeys Casual DiningLes Piskopos15221 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-1400 - Fax: (708) 687-1794
Mrs. O’Brien’s PubThomas Hinsdale15548 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 921-1166 - Fax: (708) 291-1163mrsobrienspub@aol.com
New Horizon Restaurant & PizzeriaKatrina Vlahos14741 Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-2550nina@thenewhorizon.biz
Oliver’s Bar & GrillTom Les6150 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-6500 - Fax: (708) 687-6506tles@oliversbargrill.comwww.oliversbargrill.com
The Original Pancake HouseLisa LaRoche-Sczurek5140 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 349-4121 - Fax: (708) 349-3341www.originalpancakehouse.com
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Sakebob SushiKyong Wojcik6210 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 926-9943 - Fax: (708) 925-9373sakebobsushi@gmail.comwww.sake-bob.com
Sullivan’s Irish PubDan Kelly4660 W. 147th StreetMidlothian, IL 60445(708) 385-4100danny@sullivanspubs.comwww.sullivanspubs.com
Tap’s PubMichelle Fugiel15427 Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-6029dandd820@sbcglobal.net
Villa Rivera RestaurantIvan Rivera5233 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 337-7732 - Fax: (708) 535-2357jplaceres0518@yahoo.comwww.villarivera.biz
SCHOOLSDePaul University SouthVivian Hack16333 Kilbourn Avenue, Ste. 5350Oak Forest, IL 60452(708) 633-9091 - Fax: (708) 633-9095vhack@depaul.eduwww.depaul.edu
Morraine Valley Community CollegeLinley White9000 W. College Parkway, Ste. T100Palos Hills, IL 60465(708) 974-5733 - Fax: (708)974-0078whitel226@morainevalley.eduwww.morainevalley.edu
Oak Forest High SchoolBrad Sikora15201 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-0500 - Fax: (708) 687-0594bsikora@bhsd228.comwww.bhsd228.com
SCHOOLS/COLLEGESArbor Park School District 145Allen Jebens, Jr.17301 S. Central AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-8040 - Fax: (708) 687-9498ajebens@arbor145.orgwww.arbor145.org
South Suburban CollegePatrick Rush16333 S. Kilbourn AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 225-6005 - Fax: (708) 614-9609prush@ssc.eduwww.ssc.edu
SELF DEFENSESelf Defense StudioRebecca Mornar13620 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 385-8800 - Fax: (708) 385-9224mbeckydm@aol.comwww.selfdefensestudios1.com
SHIPPINGC&M ShippingHenning Christiansen5320 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-7970 - Fax: (708) 687-1280
SHOPPING & SPECIALITY RETAILAll Charged Up Battery Store/CricketDealerDave & Jean Beechy5119 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-5711 - Fax: (708) 534-1588jeanbeechy@att.netwww.allchargedupbattery.com
Burlington Coat FactoryLonzell Tate13110 Rivercrest DriveCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 385-9459lonzell.tate@coat.comwww.burlingtoncoatfactory.com
deathgripclothing.comKristopher A. Hasdra4701 W. 152 StreetOak Forest, IL 60452hazzy@deathgripclothing.comwww.deathgripclothing.com
Marathon Sportswear, Inc.Andy Devine12751 S. HomanBlue Island, IL 60406(708) 389-5390 - Fax: (708) 389-5378andydevine44@hotmail.comwww.marathonsportswear.com
WalgreensDenise Dylkiewicz5525 W. 159th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-6018www.walgreens.com
SIGNSEZ Sign CompanyFritz Meentz15347 Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-4080ezsignco@sbcglobal.net
The Sign GroupTom Ceska16052 S. Lorel AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 334-2905 - Fax: (708) 687-5785ceskatr@comcast.net
SPORTS & RECREATIONCardinal FitnessNick Pistello10811 W. 143rd Street, Ste. 210Orland Park, IL 60467(708) 614-5000npistello@cardinalfitness.comwww.cardinalfitness.com
Oak Forest BowlKeith Tadevich15240 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-2000 - Fax: (708) 687-8966oakforestbowl@sbcglobal.netwww.oakforestbowl.com
Pockets BilliardsCarlo Cesare13430 S. Cicero AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 371-7665 - Fax: (708) 371-7515pocketsbilliards@ymail.com
Southwest Ice ArenaFrank DiCristina5505 W. 127th StreetCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 371-1344frankdicristina@aol.comwww.southwesticearena.com
Windy City ThunderboltsKathy Jermal14011 S. Kenton AvenueCrestwood, IL 60445(708) 489-2255 - Fax: (708) 489-2999kjermal@wcthunderbolts.comwww.wcthunderbolts.com
STAFFINGSpecialized Staffing SolutionsIdania Stack5251 W. 147th StreetOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 535-2600 - Fax: (708) 535-1511specializedss@aol.comwww.ssslabor.com
UTILITIESAvion Energy GroupMichael McLaughlin3148 W. 100th StreetEvergreen Park, IL 60805(773) 497-8889mykey2save@gmail.comwww.avionenergy.com/4energy
VETERINARIANSOak Forest Animal ClinicCraig Welbourne15701 S. Cicero AvenueOak Forest, IL 60452(708) 687-0110 - Fax: (708) 687-8407www.oakforestanimalclinic.com
WASTE REMOVALNuWay Disposal ServiceJohn EvenhouseP.O. Box 9Mokena, IL 60448(708) 479-9555 - Fax: (708) 798-7193jevenhouse@homewooddisposal.comwww.homewooddisposal.com
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A.J. Smith Federal Savings Bank ........................ 13Acorn Child Care And Early Learning Center....... 16Advanced Appraisal Associates, Inc. .................. 12Allstate Insurance - Gregory M. Maksimuk......... 13Alpha Auto Repair LLC. ........................................ 8Avion Energy Group............................................ 14Bartolini's Restaurant, Catering & Banquets....... 10Becvar & Son Funeral Home................................. 5Best Western Plus .............................................. 11Bill Kay Ford ........................................................ 1Blarney Stone Pub.............................................. 11CG Professional Services, Inc............................. 13Chicago Gaelic Park............................................ 10CNB Bank & Trust, N.A. ............. Inside Front CoverCountry Financial - Dan Stumpf.......................... 18Crestwood Florist Inc. .......................................... 5D.M. Dykstra & Co. -
A Nicor Services Company .............. Back CoverDeRe Tire & Auto, Inc........................................... 7EFH Cycles Inc...................................................... 7Hickey Memorial Chapels ..................................... 5Illinois School Bus Co Inc..................................... 8The Insurance Exchange LTD. -
Thomas E. Crosby - LUTCF ........................... 18J.P. Tuxedo Warehouse....................................... 10M/R Plumbing Mart, Inc. .................................... 12McKenzie Funeral Home ....................................... 1Merlin 200,000 Mile Shops .................................. 4MetroSouth Medical Center ................................ 21Moraine Valley Community College .................... 16Nu-Way Disposal ................................................ 13Oak Forest Bowl ................................................. 15Rennology Motor Sport Inc. ................................. 2Roy's Paving & Sealcoating Co. ......................... 19South Suburban College..................................... 17
Specialized Staffing Solutions, inc...................... 19St. Damian Church ............................................. 23State Farm Insurance - Chad Alfano ................... 14Sub Zero Refrigeration ....................................... 13VillageProfile.com, inc.........................................26Viridian Energy ................................................... 18
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