We Are Oglesby would like to thank everyone that came out to our Open House last month! It was a pleasure talking with everyone and getting to show what We Are Oglesby is about.
Also, we thank Sacred Senses and Mr. Salsa's for their generous donation towards our door prizes!
We hope that our raffle winners enjoy their prizes that included gift certificates/drink chips from our members Sacred Senses, Garzanelli's Supper Club, Beck's Oil Phillip 66, MP Automotive, Archway Tap, Bulldogs Bar, Lizzie's Lounge, and Mercer's Rooftop.
Another big thank you to LaSalle County CASA for their special presentation. We learned how and why being an advocate is so important to the well being of youth in crisis situations and how we can support CASA in many ways.
Lastly, a special thank you to the Oglesby Elks for hosting us for the evening and providing a wonderful selection of food and beverages. Your generosity is deeply appreciated!
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MAY MEETING
Wednesday, May 15
6:00PM
Oglesby Elks Lodge
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Sacred Senses
Lexanne Jarosz, the owner of Sacred Senses, was born into a family that owned a cemetery. That, paired with becoming a CNA at the age of 16, started to prepare her for a world that she did not originally set out to be a part of. While working in a variety of healthcare settings, Lexanne noticed that while most people ran away from death, she seemed to be running into it. So, she embarked on a journey to learn more about end-of-life and to connect with families and individuals experiencing death and grief. This led her to become an End-Of-Life and Grief Specialist.
Amongst her many titles, Lexanne's favorite is mother and wife. She holds a Bachelor's in Science with a concentration in Small Business and Entrepreneurship and a Grief Coaching Certification through The Institute of Professional Grief Coaching, accredited by the International Coaching Federation. She has studied with many experts in the grief and trauma fields including David Kessler, Paul Denniston, and Frank Anderson, MD, a psychiatrist who specializes in trauma. Lexanne boasts an impressive variety of certifications including Grief Educator, Grief Movement, Funeral Celebrant, End-Of-Life Doula, Massage Therapist, Usui Reiki Practitioner, and a 200-hour Yoga Certificate.
Lexanne wants to be a light for others in their darkness. Her vision for the community is to create a safe space for people to connect the body, mind, and spirit that focuses on death, dying, grief, trauma, and education. Looking at humans as a whole being where everything is connected. A true "wholistic" practice, awakening the senses and moving through the sacred work that is involved with death, dying, and grief both earth side and through transitioning to the next realm. As a forever student, Lexanne is committed to continuing her education of death, dying, and the bereaved, while deepening her understanding of the connection that the body, mind, and spirit have as a whole, through continued coursework and experience.
For WAO Members, receive $10 off a massage service at Sacred Senses!
Connect with Sacred Senses:
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American Legion Post #237 Oglesby, IL
410 Clark Street - Oglesby
Steak Fry
Thursday, May 23th
5:00-9:00pm
Fish Fry
Friday, June 7th
4:30-7:00pm
Carry out or dine in
Call (815) 883-3214
Taco Night
Wednesday, June 12th
4:30-7:00pm
Carry out or dine in
Call (815) 883-3214
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Archway Tap
730 N Columbia Street - Oglesby
Tuesday Specials
$2.50 domestic bottles
$2 Busch Lights
Friday Specials
Happy Hour 4-6pm
$2.50 domestic bottles
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Oglesby Public Library
111 S Woodland Ave - Oglesby
OSF Health Screenings Resume
Wednesday May 22 at 9:30
- No Appointment Necessary
- Blood pressure, pulse Ox, blood glucose*, and cholesterol*
*requires 24 hour fast
- Health care navigation
- MyChart assistance: Technology and digital assistance
- Connection to Community Resources
- Medicaid Innovative Collaborative Program Enrollment
Annual 2-Day Indoor Book Sale
Friday May 31 10am-6pm
Saturday June 10a-2pm
June and July
We’re Wild About Reading Summer Programs for Youth
Featuring weekly Masked Readers from the Oglesby School District
For more information:
Oglesby Public Library District
111 South Ave
Oglesby, IL
815-883-3619
www.oglesbylibrary.org
Facebook: Oglesby-IL Public Library
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Bulldogs Bar
201 E Walnut Street - Oglesby
River Road Trio
Saturday, May 11th
7:00-10:00pm
Wild Card
Friday, May 17th
8:00-11:00pm
20th Anniversary Party w/ 303
Saturday, June 1
7:00pm
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Oglesby Elks Lodge #2360
800 E Walnut St - Oglesby
Queen of Hearts every Thursday! Doors open at 5:00pm, with cash bar. Drawing at 7:00pm.
Bingo every Sunday!
No Bingo Sunday, May 12th.
Doors open at 2:00pm and starts at 4:00pm. Mini games are played between 2 and 4.
There is an Abe game and Dual Dab game that both have a jackpot. Also, the last game Coverall is now a guarantee $500 game!
Kitchen is open from 2 until break.
Bingo info and jackpots posted on the Oglesby Elks Facebook page every week.
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Garzanelli's Supper Club
750 N Columbia Street - Oglesby
Prime Rib Special
May 11th & May 25th
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Mercer's Rooftop
135 E Walnut Street - Oglesby
Nez
Saturday, May 18th
8:00-11:00pm
Micheal Satarino
Sunday, May 26th
3:00-6:00pm
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Zamin Insurance & Tax Preparation New Partnership
In April, Zamin Insurance & Tax Preparation partnered with SIA Chicagoland to provide them with additional insurance markets and carriers. Zamin is now contracted to write business directly with National General, Safeco, and Hartford. Also, they now have access to AAA, Society and Hagerty. With this new stable of companies, in addition to the ones they already have, Zamin is able to provide very competitive products to individuals and businesses in every segment!
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Bulldogs Bar Serving Up 20 Years in Business
June is a very special milestone for Bulldogs Bar. This year, they are celebrating two decades in business! Since its inception twenty years ago, Bulldogs Bar has been more than just a place to grab a drink. It's a cornerstone of the community, a gathering spot where locals and visitors come together to unwind, socialize, and create lasting memories. Bulldogs is raising a toast to 20 years with a Block Party on June 1st with 303 starting at 7pm!
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Oglesby Elks 2024 Eighth Grade Ball a Huge Success!
The 40th Annual Eighth Grade Ball for smaller school districts has been a big event that is much anticipated by local, soon-to-be high schoolers. Since its beginning in 1982, minus the two-year hiatus during the pandemic, the ball has been sponsored by the Oglesby Elks Lodge #2360 and held in the decorated main ballroom. Many parents of the attendees mentioned that they had also attended the ball in the past and reminisced about how much fun they had.
This year, over 120 students from 10 local schools attended. They all had a "ball" dressing up in their finest and dancing to their favorite music played by the DJ. The Elks members chaperoned the evening and provided refreshments. The event was once again chaired by Dustin and Kelli Shan. It's the Elks' Commitment to Caring and Sharing!
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We Are Oglesby is a non-profit organization made of
residents and business owners.
Our mission is community improvements and economic growth.
Our vision is to revitalize Oglesby, highlight existing businesses, welcome new businesses, and to host and promote events.
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We Are Oglesby Officers:
President Brandy D, Vice President Angie P, Secretary Erin Q, Treasurer Nick N, Marketing Michelle K
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