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Celebrating Judy! A Day of Fashion and One Woman’s Passion

August 5, 2019

Enjoy Shopping, Lunch, Award Ceremony and Special Presentation Given By Joseph Baar Topinka, Son of the Late Illinois State Comptroller, Judy Baar Topinka.

Best-selling author and professor, Joseph Baar Topinka will entertain with a fascinating presentation, focusing on the women’s empowerment, through the determination, leadership and spirit exhibited by his late mother, Illinois State Comptroller, Judy Baar Topinka.

Judy was a pioneering leader, role model and animal rights crusader, who founded “Comptroller’s Critters Pet Adoption Program”. She worked tirelessly as a public servant, reaching across the aisle, appealing to all parties, and taking Illinois by Storm, with her dedication to open and honest government.

The presentation, based upon his best-selling book, “Just Judy!”, chronicles her storied life as a journalist, state senator, and Illinois State Comptroller, where she broke through glass ceilings, time and time again, all while being a devoted mother and volunteering her time to worthy causes.

Crystal Sky Banquets

7941 West 47th Street, McCook, Illinois

September 5, 2019
Tickets: $15

[Includes Lunch, Tax & Tip]

With Every Total Purchase of Clothing and/or Accessories From Mary Ann @ This Event, We Will Give You One $5 Certificate To Use Toward the Purchase of Joseph’s Book, “Just Judy”, Making the Book Purchase Price Just $11.95!

R.S.V.P. Mary Ann
maryann@maryannsshoppe.com
708-215-8028

Doors Open: 11 a.m.
Lunch and Presentation: 12 p.m.

Followed By Shopping With Mary Ann
Joseph Baar Topinka Book Sale and Signing

Judy Adored Mary Ann’s Shoppe!
Discover The Latest Fall Fashions!

And Don’t Forget To Check Out Judy’s Bargain Racks!

Celebrating Judy Event

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The Forest Park that Judy knew

July 5, 2019

John Rice has written up a wonderful article about Judy’s deep ties to Forest Park, IL outlined in the book Just Judy, written by her son, Joseph Baar Topinka.

Read the full article here

Just Judy Book Cover

Filed Under: Just Judy

Discussion and Signing at Centuries and Sleuths Bookstore

May 30, 2019

Join Author Joseph Baar Topinka at the Centuries and Slueths Bookstore in Forest Park, IL for a discussion of his book, Just Judy: A Citizen & Leader for Illinois (The Story of Judy Baar Topinka)

When

Saturday, July 6, 2019
2:00pm to 4:00pm

Where

Centuries and Slueths Bookstore
7419 Madison Street
Forest Park, IL 60130

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Just Judy Book Cover

Just Judy: A Citizen and Leader for Illinois is a wonderful resource for 6th grade and up, with over 100 interactive classroom activities, critical thinking and self-reflection essay questions, and research prompts to fuel additional learning based on the same principles that are covered throughout Judy’s story. Judy Baar Topinka continues to inspire us all and, through the voice of her son, encourages us to follow in her footsteps to support our local communities, actively participate in our civic duties, respect one another, take pride in our own unique heritage, and embrace life-long learning.

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Karen Conti Show 3/3/19

March 14, 2019

Karen Conti and Joe Topinka in the studio

Joe Topinka, J.D., M.B.A., M.H.A. appears on the Karen Conti show with fellow guest Dr. Jennifer Lawless, a professor at the University of Virginia! They discuss the anticipation of the city of Chicago’s first African-American female mayor. How will a woman conduct herself and govern differently in this prestigious position?

Listen Here

Karen Conti and Joe Topinka

Filed Under: Media

CAHME / Judy Baar Topinka Foundation Scholarship

February 21, 2019

Judy Baar Topinka

We are please to announce the new CAHME / Judy Baar Topinka Foundation Scholarship and are now accepting applications. Judy Baar Topinka was a pioneering public leader in Illinois who was the first woman to serve as state treasurer, in addition to terms as a state representative and senator. The scholarship will recognize a graduate student focusing on health policy in a CAHME-accredited program who exemplifies Ms. Topinka’s belief in hard work, ethical leadership, and perseverance. Details about the scholarship and application instructions are available on our web site. The deadline to apply is March 15, 2019.

Learn more about the Scholarship here

Filed Under: Scholarships

Loyola Magazine Winter 2019

February 20, 2019

Judy was a great supporter of Loyola University and was on its Board of Regents. Her son also received his advanced law degree from Loyola University School of Law. The Foundation and the Topinka family thank Loyola Magazine for helping get the word out about Just Judy.

  • Loyola Magazine Winter 2019 Cover
  • Loyola Magazine Winter 2019 Interior

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