Top Story Community Smith Crossing improv class gives residents a good laugh and — sometimes bawdy — fun Jeff Vorva Times correspondent Jun 24, 2022 Jun 24, 2022 Updated Oct 15, 2024 0 1 of 3 Smith Crossing resident Arlene Macha has a hearty laugh at an improv class at the Orland Park facility. Jeff Vorva, The Times Smith Crossing Executive Director Amanda Mauceri leads the popular improv class every month. Jeff Vorva, The Times John Olson sets up a gag during an improv skit at Smith Crossing. Jeff Vorva, The Times Prefer us on Google Learn More Gift this article New subscriber benefit! Copied to clipboard Out of gifts for the month Unfortunately you've used all of your gifts this month. Your counter will reset on the first day of next month. 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