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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.
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.
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
"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.
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
Kelly Johnson, Principal of St. Bede the Venerable, is interviewed by her students about raising a family in Evergreen Park, IL. She has many fond memories.
14 year Illinois State Representative spoke of his time in Oak Lawn and Evergreen Park as well as his relationships to Evergreen Park.
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.
Joe Zettek tells Jan Stone-Paris about his work, army life, marriage and family.