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Over two hundred people joined the members of the Des Plaines Special Events Commission at the Des Plaines Super Star Volunteer Awards Dinner, April 26, 2007, at Casa Royale, 783 Lee St., to honor local volunteers for their dedication and service to their community. The following list indicates the nominees in the various categories with the winners designated with an asterick*. [Commentary regarding each winning nominee was excerpted from Mayor Arredia’s address at the Super Star Awards Ceremony]: Business Leader Super StarIn recognition of a business that shows support for the community through volunteer efforts or monetary contributions. Comfort Inn – Nick Trivedi *ITW Fastex - Located at 195 Algonquin Road, ITW Fastex has donated both time and financial support to various organizations including Wings, the Northwest Suburban Day Care Center, the United Way, the Self-Help Closet & Food Pantry and the Healthy Community Partnership Foundation.
Family Super StarA family will be honored whose efforts have brought outstanding family values to the City of Des Plaines. *Dorothy & William Grice – This longtime Des Plaines couple has given countless volunteer hours to Central School PTA, the Boy Scouts, the Des Plaines Historical Society and Lutheran General Hospital.
Barbara & Pastor Reid The Schroeder Family Young Super StarIn recognition of a citizen of Des Plaines, ages 12-18, who has volunteered his or her time and talents to benefit others. Ryan Stermer Nestor Zavala *Caitlin & Amberly Glitz – These sisters have been students of the Willows Academy and have served on the Student Council since 6th Grade. They have initiated the Color Guard at school and organized a collection drive for wounded American soldiers. The Senior Super StarAn individual or group, 55 years of age or older, will be recognized for volunteering to help mature citizens experience quality activities. *Donald Gloor – A Des Plaines volunteers for over 40 years, Don Gloor has given generously to his neighbors assisting with shoveling snow, cutting grass and trimming trees. Showing the same devotion to the community, he has volunteered numerous hours to scouting, the Des Plaines Community Senior Center, and the Des Plaines Arts Council. Betty Stone Volunteers of the Des Plaines Community & Frisbie Senior Centers Des Plaines Community & Frisbie Senior Center’s Senior Council Beautify Des Plaines Super StarA group will be recognized for making a difference in the beautification efforts of the community. *The Des Plaines Garden Club – For over 75 years the Des Plaines Garden Club has been preserving Des Plaines’ natural beauty. Their projects include coordinating the "Let Freedom Ring Memorial Garden," "The Patriotic Tree," and the "Blue Star Memorial Tribute," honoring the country’s servicemen and women. Good Neighbor Super StarA neighbor who has been helpful and given to people around them. Dr. Michael Bagby Dorothy & William Grice Noreen Lake Marcie Plank James Wozny *Martin Voss – Currently the Commander of the American Legion Post #36, Martin Voss serves as the Junior Vice Commander of the American Legion’s 9th District. He serves as volunteers for several organizations, which include Wings, the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life and Bessie’s Table. He has volunteered numerous hours serving food to the homeless and providing assistance and recreation at the veterans’ hospital.
Educator Super StarThis individual will be chosen based on the positive affect they have had based on their volunteer efforts outside the classroom Norine Murphy *Victor Rodriguez – Victor Rodriguez currently serves as a Social Studies Teacher at Maine West High School working with the Hispanic Club, the Mock Trial Team and several youth oriented committees. Youth Group Super StarThis youth group has had a positive affect on the community by giving of their time and talent, or through monetary contributions for a good cause.
*Des Plaines Public Library Teen Advisory Board – Encouraging teen programming at the Library, the Des Plaines Public Library Teen Advisory Board has consistently been involved with the summer reading club, book discussions, the annual "Do the Dewey," and the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life," to mention a few. Pictured to the right from left to right: Caroline Bohan, Andrew Bohan, Cheryl Gladfelter (Des Plaines Public Library staff), Veronica Schwartz (Des Plaines Public Library staff), Amber Antus, Heather Dean and Lupe Gomez. Maine West Key Club Champion for Youth SuperstarRecognition to be given for a coach or other youth leader who is an exemplary role model, promotes sportsmanship and positive experiences for youth and parents.
*Dennison Love – Dennison Love is the President of the Mobile Aviation Historical Exhibits, a not for profit organization devoted to promoting and maintaining the history of aviation. He has worked with local scout groups to achieve "Aerospace Education Merit Badges, has taught at Oakton Community College Kid’s College Program and has coordinated several aviation related exhibits. Fine Arts Super StarRecognition will be given to an individual who has contributed significantly to the cultural life of the community either through music, art, literature, or other form of artistic endeavor. Kathy Bloom *Paul Lindblad – Founder of a children’s choir, Lindblad has collaborated with several area musical organizations over the year’s including the Science & Arts Academy, Immanuel Lutheran School and the Bog Theater. As a piano teacher, his students continue to receive top ratings from the National Guild of Piano Teachers.
Community Leader Super StarAn individual or group will be recognized for contributing to the community’s overall quality of life. Bessie’s Table Eldon Burk *Thomas Christiansen (INDIVIDUAL AWARD WINNER) – Alderman of the second Ward in Des Plaines, Tom Christiansen has volunteered numerous hours participating in the Police Department’s Youth Clubs, the Salvation Army, Sisterfest, the Taste of Des Plaines and July 4th Activities. Sharon Lynch Joy Matthiessen Bob Neil Paul Piszkiewicz Steven Schaefer *Des Plaines Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2992 (GROUP AWARD WINNER) – The Des Plaines Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #2992 have received "Governor Hometown Awards" in 2005 and 2006. They have annually coordinated memorial and ceremonies at the Lake Park Pavilion, have volunteered at the Monday Night Community Dinners and have hosted the "Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program." They continue to collect, package and send items to the men and women serving in the armed forces. Martin Voss Optimist Club
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