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"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.
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.
Wayne Hastings talked about his time as a part-time village employee and various other jobs he has had.
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.
The two sisters reminisce on life growing up in EP
Nancy Meyer talked about growing up in Evergreen Park in mid 20th century. She had many friends and felt very safe.
Fiona was interviewed by Jan Stone-Paris on her family life
Kelly Burke, Illinois State Representative, Library Trustee, Most Holy Redeemer, her career, how she grew up, her love of reading and the library
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.
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
A loving couple who have been married 45 years and lived in EP for 42
Mr. Peso is on the Building Commission and the Historical Commission. He speaks about his memories of Evergreen Park and the work the Historical Commission has done to archive items from the past.