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Julie Keaty interviews Jane Gizyn about living in an old farm house in Evergreen Park. She discusses the variety of businesses and the development of the community.
"In EP Friends and neighbors are one family. Heart of EP is the people." Childhood was in EP. Life of service, 33 years in the Village. Everybody has a story.
Nancy Meyer talked about growing up in Evergreen Park in mid 20th century. She had many friends and felt very safe.
Long time Evergreen Park librarian (40 years) talks about growing up in the area, helping students and the changes she's seen in the library.
Fiona was interviewed by Jan Stone-Paris on her family life
Karen talks about the farming history of Evergreen Park. Karen lived on 10 acre farm at 9723 S. Kedzie.
Catherine Juris talks about growing up in Chicago and Bosnia
Currently a teacher at Brother Rice, he remembers baseball in the park, the "Mom & Pop feel" of the village, Most Holy Redeemer Carnival.
Renee Contento spoke with Cathy Morrin about her move to Evergreen Park in 1960. She loved EP especially how close the schools, parks, churches, and businesses were to her home.
Kelly Burke, Illinois State Representative, Library Trustee, Most Holy Redeemer, her career, how she grew up, her love of reading and the library
Joe Zettek tells Jan Stone-Paris about his work, army life, marriage and family.
Raising a family and friendship in Evergreen Park, IL
He spoke of his travels as a big band musician (drums). Spoke of playing with Tommy Dorsey Band. He was on stage with Bob Hope, Ray Charles and Dinah Shore.
Clementina Gamboa described her life growing up in Jalisco, Mexico and making the journey to Chicago and finally Evergreen Park, IL.