The Layered Look Debacle in Elaine Soloway's Essay
Elaine Soloway humorously chronicles in Adam's Rib her attempt to master The Layered Look. She details layers from undergarments to angora sweaters, platform heels, and bracelets while lamenting the bulky, energy-sapping outcome and bodily constraints.
Curt McLellan Named South Commons Manager
Curt McLellan begins as South Commons manager after four years of turnover. The Libertyville resident, with 35 years in construction, aims to improve tenant involvement, open communication, and maintenance through new leadership, security upgrades, and committee representation alongside staff changes.
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Curt McLellan
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Libertyville
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McClurg Court
Blood donors urged for January 3 drive at Community Center
A South Commons Blood Program push explains why voluntary blood donation matters. It covers dangers of commercial blood, hepatitis risks, lack of cure, and how donating guarantees blood for all. The program offers supervision by Michael Reese Blood Bank staff, RN medical checks, and post donation refreshments, plus babysitting by YMCA. Call 326-1500 to schedule.
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Elaine Solowa
South Commons
Mahzel Tov
O.K
Michael Reese
R.n.s
YMCA
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Tenants protest firing of building manager at South Commons
More than 200 tenants gathered to oppose the dismissal of Yvonne Tillman, a former Habitat Company building manager, calling it unfair. A steering committee led by Rev. Milton Bronson formed the Concerned Citizens of South Commons to press Levin and McHughAssociates for reinstatement and improved maintenance. The group plans further talks with developers Daniel Levin and James McHugh. A Christmas party for South Commons children is set for December 23 at the Community Center with preregistration required.
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Habitat Security
McLellan
South Commons
YMCA
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Stratford
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Joanne Georgulis
Cambridge
Donna Lillybridge
York
Inga Pathman
Oxford
Windsor Lowrises
Viola Fernandez
Nikki Costerlitz
Bonnie
Yvonne Tillman
Habitat Company
Ms. Tillman
Daniel Levin
James McHugh
Concerned Citizens of
Milton Bronson
Levin
S. Michigan
Chess for Common Folk by D M Kyle
The South Commons Chess club will pause for the holidays with the next meeting set for January 10th at Common Grounds restaurant. The informal group has met for two months, using free space provided by Mr. Simpson, and will start a beginners group in January to attract more women to chess.
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D.M. Kyle
South Commons Chess Club
Common Grounds
Simpson
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