Briefs: New Winfield trustee

Angel Oakley was sworn in this week as the newest member of the Winfield village board. She replaces Christine Petitti, who stepped down, and will serve until the post comes up for election in April. Oakley volunteers with the Winfield Chamber of Commerce and Friends of the Library, owns her own marketing group and manages the marketing operations of Monitor Liability Mangers in Rolling Meadows. Oakley said she felt called to serve. "My intent is to see if the skills I have gained from working in the corporate world, running my own business and actively being involved with Winfield businesses can be of value to the board," she said.

Orchard Road construction: Orchard Road, north of Indian Trail Road in Aurora, will be reduced to one northbound lane beginning Oct. 6. Crews will repair a section of concrete pavement. The lane reduction will be in effect until Oct. 20. Questions about the work can be directed to Chris Kaufmann of the Kane County Division of Transportation at (630) 208-3138.

Pet blessing in Wheaton

All pets in Wheaton are welcome at All Souls' Anglican Church's Blessing of the Animals from 4 to 6 p.m. Oct. 5 at the church, 25W741 Jewell Road, Wheaton. The event will honor St. Francis of Assisi, patron saint of animals. Children also can participate in activities planned to entertain and educate them about pets. The day includes local animal advocates including rescue organizations and service, police and therapy dogs. Blessed pets will receive an organic treat bag to take home. For details, call (630) 510-7685.

Roselle welcomes businesses

Two Roselle businesses are celebrating their grand openings this week. Roselle Deli, which is operated by a Roselle family, holds its grand opening today, Oct. 4, at 107 Main St. The grocery store Super Low Foods also is now open at 825 Nerge Road and had its celebration on Friday, Oct. 3.

Climbing event honors teacher

Steeple Run Elementary School in Naperville is sponsoring a climbing event in memory of physical education teacher John Lies, who died in March following a battle with cancer. The event is from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, at Vertical Endeavors in Lifetime Fitness, 28141 Diehl Road, Warrenville. Admission is $20 at the door and includes climbing gear. Proceeds go to the John Lies Memorial Fund. Lies taught in Naperville Unit District 203 for 34 years.