wssra’s annual derby gala · 2019. 5. 8. · event has raised over $577,337 in funds that have...
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CHAIRMENelmwood park village president Angelo “Skip” SAviAno
senator Don HArmon senator mArtin A. SAnDovAl
representative lA SHAwn k. ForD representative CAmille Y. Lilly
representative MicHAel P. McAuliffe
WSSRA’SANNUAL DERBY GALA2019 AD BOOK
For 43 years West Suburban Special Recreation Association has provided superior recreation services for persons with disabilities. With the help of the West Suburban Special Recreation
Foundation our 501(c)3, not-for-profit organization, we have raised funds to increase and enhance recreation programs for individuals with disabilities that reside in the WSSRA area.
WSSRA has been fortunate to have worked closely with the late Senator Phil Rock, Senator Don Harmon and former Representative & current President of the Village of Elmwood Park Angelo “Skip’ Saviano to develop their brainchild and what is known as the Derby Gala. In the 18 years since its inception, this tremendously successful event has raised over $577,337 in funds that have gone directly back to serving the WSSRA participants with disabilities in programs.
Senator Rock spent his lifetime in community service and taking care of those in need. His legacy is one of caring and selfless love. All of us at WSSRA consider ourselves fortunate to have called him a friend and advocate for this organization. We are eternally grateful for his thoughtfulness and support.
In his memory, WSSRA is naming the Senator Phil Rock Scholarship Fund to be presented Annually at the Derby Gala. WSSRA will “Raise the Paddle” at the Derby Gala in Phil’s honor and will use those funds to award scholarships to participants who would otherwise not be able to participate in WSSRA programs. Thank you for giving generously and for your support!
Senator Phil Rock Scholarship Fund
West Suburban Special Recreation Association & Foundation Wish To Thank Our Steering Committee
CHAIRMENelmwooD pArk villAge preSiDent ANGELO “SKIP” SAVIANO
SenAtor DON HARMON SenAtor MARTIN A. SANDOVAL
repreSentAtive LA SHAWN K. FORD repreSentAtive CAMILLE Y. LILLY
repreSentAtive MICHAEL P. MCAULIFFE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS: MAYORS & PRESIDENTScity of berwyn robert lovero
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event line upDoorS open 3:00pm
ligHt Dinner 3:30 - 5:30pm
beer & wine bAr 3:00 - 6:30pm
Silent Auction 3:00 - 5:30pm introDuctionS & progrAm 4:30pm
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W S S R A ’ SA N N U A LD E R B YG A L A
It takes a vision and strong leadership to create, to grow,and to sustain a successful agency whose mission is
to serve individuals with disabilities.
1976 – 2019WSSRA welcomes and salutes those
who provided strong leadership, guidance and a sense of compassion.
West Suburban Special Recreation AssociationChairmen of the Board of Directors
1977 ...................................................................... Harry Keefer · RFPD1978 .......................................................................... Jim Talley · PDOP1979 ........................................................................... Bob West · PDOP1980 ...................................................................... Leona Pyrce · NBPD1981 ................................................................... Brian Brennan · NBPD1982 ..................................................................... Nancy Norton · PDOP1983 ............................................................. Michael Lucchesi · PDFRP1984 ............................................................................... Jim Lee · WPD1985, 1986 ................................................... Michael Lucchesi · PDFRP1987 .......................................................................Tom Wheeler · PDOP1988 ............................................................................ Tom Kruse · CPD1989, 1990 .............................................................. Bert Dahms · RFPD1991 ................................................................ Barb Schleicher · NBPD1992 ............................................................................... Al Vana · BPD1993, 1994 ....................................................... Margaret Resnick · CPD1995, 1996 ........................................................... Dave Novak · PDFOP1997 ......................................................................John Lannefeld · VEP1998, 1999 ..................................................................Betty Kurz · WPD2000, 2001, 2002 ................................................... Karen Garbe · PDOP2003, 2004, 2005 ........................................................ Jeff Janda · BPD2006, 2007 ............................................................ Joe Modrich · PDFRP2008, 2009 .............................................................Mark DeSalvo · NPD2010, 2011, 2012 ................................................ Larry Piekarz · PDFOP2013, 2014 ........................................................ Michael Sletten · RFPD2015, 2016, 2017 ....................................................... Jeff Janda · BPD2018, 2019 .......................................................... Joe Modrich · PDFRP
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INDIVIDUALLY FOCUSEDNamed after the historic Roos Company Factory Building that previously occupied the same site, the new Roos Recreation Center is a monumental addition to the community of Forest Park and surrounding areas. The Roos houses an impressive regulation size gymnasium with a surrounding walking track, fitness center, locker rooms with showers, and a multi-purpose classroom. The Roos features an outdoor playground that includes a play area for children a sensory garden and bicycle stations for commuters.
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For more information, contact Andrew Dossat [email protected] or call (708) 866-7667
7329 W. HARRISON ST.FOREST PARK, ILLINOIS
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The Village of River Forest proudly supports the
West Suburban Special Recreation Association
Catherine Adduci, President
Thomas Cargie, Village Trustee
Patricia “Patty” Henek, Village Trustee
Susan Conti, Village Trustee
Respicio Vazquez, Village Trustee
Carmela Corsini, Village Trustee
Michael Gibbs, Village Trustee
Kathleen Brand-White, Village Clerk
Enjoy “the most exciting two minutes in sports”!
Best Wishes to WSSRA on your Derby Gala!•••
$6,000 was raised for WSSRA in 2018
Saturday, September 21, 2019 - 8:00 amSponsorship opportunities available for this special event.
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Partners since 1976 in providing superior recreation services to the residents of River Forest.
The Village of Forest Park proudly supports the West Suburban Special Recreation Association
at its annual Derby Gala Saturday, May 4, 2019
Mayor Anthony T. Calderone
Commissioner Joe Byrnes Commissioner Dan Novak
Commissioner Rachell Entler Commissioner Tom Mannix
Village Administrator Tim Gillian &
Village Clerk Vanessa Moritz
Village of Forest Park 517 Desplaines Avenue Forest Park, IL 60130
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Join us for a special night of fun & fundraising to benefit the Stars of WSSRA
Tickets are $100 each | $180 for two | $120 each at the door
Event Chairpersons:Beth Kaplan Karen Mullarkey Kerrins
WSSRA provides year round recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities living in Oak Park, River Forest, Forest Park, Berwyn, Cicero, Elmwood Park, Franklin Park,
Harwood Heights, Riverside, North Riverside and Norridge.
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WEST SUBURBAN SPECIAL RECREATION FOUNDATION
Auction Donors• Anthony Abboreno • Abt • Matthew & Amanda Barber• Annette Birko• Ethel Birko• Matthew Birko• Mary Ann Borgman• Larry Calkins• Chicago Blackhawks • Chicago Fire Soccer Club • Sara Corbin • Elaine Curcuru• El Milagro• D’Dami• Dimok • Lynn & Michael Elsen• Lois Flannery• Hawthorne Race Course • Elena Heron• Beth Kaplan• Connie Lawrence• Charles & Maggie Lhotka• Carmella LoCascio
• Linda Lucchese• Carol & Joe Milburn• Karen Mullarkey-Kerrins• Christine Nakatsuka• Nora Fleming• Norridge Park District • Margaret O’Rourke• Linda Pakenas• Park District of Franklin Park• Antonio Perez• Rocio Perez• Victor Perez• Kim Perry• Veronica Ramirez• Riverside Foods• Rosemary Renke• Rock Fusco & Connelly, LLC• Patricia & Dan Ryan• Scouffas Family• Shanahan’s • Bridget Sparks• William Walsh• Chris Zielinski
Honor Roll Donors
Thank you for your generouS contributionS
• Marlene Barilla• Brookwood Builders• Jeff Cox• Dan Foran• Grand Corridor Chamber of Commerce• Christine Graves• Richard Haskins
• Trish Hatton• Harriet Hausman• Tom Hazinski & Barb Smith• Christopher Johnston•Heidi Katz• Mary Keegan•Kevin Kell• Claudia Marciniak Puiszis
• Jaun Mendez• Sheila Rock • Patricia & Dan Ryan• Robbins Schwartz • Mary Unger• Mark Walsh• Cynthia Weinand
Spin It to Win It Rules: • The wheel is numbered randomly.
• Purchase your favorite numbers on the grid set up in front of the wheel.
• Write your name and cell phone number in the square(s).
• Once all of the numbered squares are sold we spin the wheel.
• Whatever number the wheel stops on, that lucky person wins a special prize.
• Our square prices will vary with each game so check back often!
• Cash only!
Luck of the Draw Rules: • 1 in 52 chances to win!
WSSRA Raffle$25 a ticket or 5 for $100Prizes: First Prize: $500 Second Prize: $300 First Prize: $200
Cash, Visa, MasterCard or checks made payable to WSSRA are accepted
Winning numbers will be posted at 6:00pm.
Come to the Auction closing table to claim your winning prize.
WEST SUBURBAN SPECIAL RECREATION FOUNDATION
Silent Auction RulesENJOY OUR SILENT AUCTION!
Thank you FOR COMING AND BIDDING TODAY
Your support makes a difference!
1. Tables open at 3:30 pm. Tables close at 5:30pm.
2. All items on the silent auction are numbered and have corresponding bid sheets.
3. The initial bid on any item must be in an amount at least equal to the minimum bid specified on the bid sheet.
4. When you wish to bid, please print your name, phone number and bid on the available line.
5. All new bids must be in increments of $10, unless otherwise noted.
6. When the silent auction closes, the last bid on each sheet will be highlighted and given to the auction clerks.
7. All items are auctioned as received. Please note some items are subject to limitations and/or restrictions.
8. All items must be paid for and removed today, May 4, 2019 by 7:00 pm.
9. Payment may be in cash, by check or charge card. VISA and MASTERCARD are accepted.
10. All sales are final. The stated value of the items is the donor’s estimate.
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in so many “fun ways” childRen leaRn and develop. foR childRen with disabilities, howeveR, these simple tasks of
childhood aRe often not possible. that is why local paRk distRicts and villages cReated the west subuRban special RecReation association. wssRa is committed to helping each and eveRy paRticipant, RegaRdless of age oR ability,
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THANK YOU!foR moRe infoRmation about wssRa, call 847.455.2100 oR visit wssRa.net