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New police chief veteran of Addison police department Simo has been with the Addison Police Department since 1980 By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter
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“I’m a nurse; I know how you identify a body,” said Lovely Varughese. “Until we come say, ‘That’s our son,’ we’re not touching him. We didn’t want to go to Chicago and see someone else in the casket.”
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Parents Mathew and Lovely Varughese, standing next to a photo of their son Pravin Varughese.
Morton Grove has tapped a 34-year veteran of the Addison police department to be its new police chief. In a release, Morton COURTESY Grove officials ADDISON PD announced that Addison Deputy Police Michael T. Simo Chief Michael T. Simo would take over the position from retiring Morton Grove police Chief Mark Erickson. Simo has been with the Addison Police Department since 1980 and according to the release is a graduate of the FBI Academy, holds a bachelor’s degree in management and is expected to receive a master’s degree in public safety administration in July. “I have enjoyed every day of my career with Addison and will miss seeing this wonderful group of people who are like family to me,”said Simo.“I am equally excited >> see police | page 8
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look good, feel good Businesswoman uses her stylist skills to help cancer patients By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter
Christine Pusateri lost her mother to cancer when she was around 12 years old. It was 1963, and during that period, the field of medical oncology did not exist as a clinical specialty, so medical centers with any type of patient counseling or hospice programs were nearly unheard of. Later in life, Pusateri would lose two of her brothers to cancer, first her brother Bill in 2006, and then her brother Ray in 2008. During her mother’s illness,
“I can’t think of anyone that hasn’t been affected by cancer, whether it’s their family or a close friend,” said Pusateri. “This is my way of giving back.” Pusateri said she remembered receiving kind words from people she didn’t even know who tried to comfort her family during such a heartbreaking time in her life. “Some women from the Catholic Women’s Club at St. William’s Parish came by with
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Christine Pusateri, owner of Christine Pusateri Hair Solutions in Niles.
a cake and told me they were praying for my mom,” she said. “I don’t even remember their names, but that act of kindness has stayed with me.” Those small acts of kindness during her mother’s illness are what spurred Pusateri to volunteer her services as a
licensed cosmetologist to the American Cancer Society. “I can’t think of anyone that hasn’t been affected by cancer, whether it’s their family or a close friend,” said Pusateri.“This is my way of giving back.” To support cancer patients undergoing hair loss, the Society
provides women undergoing cancer treatment free wigs through a variety of wig banks at their offices and health care facilities. Many of the wigs are donated to Society are distributed through wig banks >> see feel good | page 18
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Syringes found in Park Ridge playground, gun fired at a party in Skokie Deputy Police Chief: Investigators believe the needles were left behind over spring break By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter
Hypodermic needles were found in the playground in the Carpenter School at 300 N. Hamlin Ave. last week. “Staff from the school found three hypodermic needles: one on a slide, one a bridge and one the ground,” said Park Ridge Deputy Police Chief Lou Jogmen. “The school nurse took custody of them and disposed of them properly.” He said because they were disposed of, police weren’t able to check residue in the needles
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“Staff from the school found three hypodermic needles: one on a slide, one a bridge and one the ground,” said Park Ridge Deputy Police Chief Lou Jogmen. “The school nurse took custody of them and disposed of them properly.” to see if they were being used for illicit drugs. Jogmen said investigators believe the needles were left behind over spring break, sometime between March 28 and April 8. “Our officers are going to be paying a little more attention to the area to see if that spot’s being used for illicit drug use,” said Jogmen.
In other news, Skokie police responded to a report of the unlawful use of a weapon on April 13. A witness told police someone fired a gun into the air during a party in the rear of an apartment building in the 4800 block of Kirk around 2:10 a.m.The person who fired the gun was reportedly upset with the people attending the party. When police arrived at the address, they saw “groups of people running from the scene,” said the police report. While police were able to track down several people who attended the party, authorities say everyone interviewed refused to cooperate or provide any information on the alleged gunman. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com
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Morton Grove seeks developer for ‘Site B’ Village envisions the site as a multiple use PUD Courtesy Village of Morton Grove
The Village of Morton Grove is seeking proposals from qualified developers for the redevelopment of an approximately 2.0-acre highly desirable vacant site located at the southwest corner of Ferris and Capulina Avenues. The site is within the Lehigh/ Ferris Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, two blocks south of Dempster Street and within walking distance to the METRA
station, public library, parks, bike trails, forest preserve. The area has been identified as a high priority area by the Village for (re)development as a “downtown” neighborhood commercial corridor. The Village envisions the site as a multiple use PUD including single family attached or detached dwellings and possible retail along the street and a multi-family structure in the rear. Thesitewasformallycomprisedof single-family houses and a furniture warehouse that were purchased by the Village from 2005-2009. Mayor Dan DiMaria views this
project as a critical piece in the Village’s ongoing effort to redevelop and transform the Lehigh/Ferris area. “This area was at one time the heart and soul of Morton Grove and with the right development, it can be again,”he noted.The ideal project will complement the neighborhood containing residential and mixeduse buildings, neighborhood commercial uses and restaurants, and pedestrian-friendly streets.” >> to see the full version of this story, check out buglenewspapers.com
Real Downton Abbey story told at Park Ridge Library COURTESY DICK BARTON
Sheila Duda, owner of Tea Lula; Rymarz; Irene Sawka, Administrator of The Summit of Uptown; and Laura Scott, program coordinator at the Park Ridge Library (left to right).
Over 90 people enjoyed a unique experience of hearing the story of the real Downton Abbey as told in the first person by Actress/Storyteller Lynne Rymarz as Lady Almina on April 15.The free program was sponsored by The Summit of Uptown as part of its ongoing series of presentations and
events for the community. The event included sampling of a Lady Almina tea blend created by Tea Lula, Park Ridge, and tea sandwiches and dessert cakes prepared by Chef Dave Marino of The Summit. For information on upcoming Summit events, visit www.summitofuptown.com.
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Family of dead SIU student wants answers Family questioning narrative of Carbondale police regarding son’s death By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter
As Pravin Varughese’s p a re n t s grieve their son’s loss, they still have unanswered questions PHOTO COURTESY regarding his VARUGHESE FAMILY death. Pravin “It’s a Varughese, 19, n i g h t m a r e of Morton Grove to not know what happened,” said Pravin’s mother, Lovely Varughese, on a snowy April 14. Her son had been attending Southern Illinois University since 2012 as a criminal justice major. While he was living in Carbondale, his mother said he had been working as a delivery driver for a local Jimmy John’s. While he was a Niles West High School student, she added, he had been a long distance runner on the school’s cross-country team. These facts are why she has called into question the narrative Carbondale police gave her regarding her son’s death: that Pravin got drunk, couldn’t figure out how to tell the person driving him how to get home and then froze to death after getting lost in the woods. Varughese was last seen alive in the 600 block of West College
“We called the detectives, and both of them came,” said Lovely Varughese. “So we said, ‘Can you show us at least where he was, because we had flowers to put there.’” Street around 11 p.m. on Feb. 12, leaving a party, said Carbondale police. Before Varughese went missing he tweeted, “Bloody knuckles... Guesss i was in a fight #backdown,” from his mobile phone at 9:17 a.m. on Feb. 12, according to the tweet’s online metadata. During the following days, authorities and volunteers scoured the woods near his last-known location, looking for the missing student. The Illinois State Police Aviation Unit, Black Diamond Aviation, and local search and rescue K-9 all joined the search. As the days rolled by, Pravin’s family, desperate to find their son, announced a $15,000 reward for information on their son’s whereabouts. After five days, Jonathan Stanley, a West Frankfort resident, contacted police and directed them to the last-known person who saw Pravin alive, the driver who gave him a ride that night. Thanks to the tip, Pravin’s dead body was found in the woods in the 1400 block of East Main Street
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Before Varughese went missing he tweeted, “Bloody knuckles... Guesss i was in a fight #backdown,” from his mobile phone at 9:17 a.m. on Feb. 12, according to the tweet’s online metadata which differs from the tweets updated timestamp.
the morning of Feb. 18, about three and a half miles from his home at the college. Pravin’s family had gone to Carbondale and was staying at the The Quality Inn at 1415 E Main St, just off of Highway 13. “He was found maybe 500 yards from the hotel we were staying at,” said Lovely Varughese. “That’s so sickening to me. To think he was laying down there while we were in the hotel all that time.” At the time, a statement from Carbondale Police Chief Jody O’Guinn said investigators believed the difficult terrain and low temperatures led to his cause of death and suspected no foul play. Later, initial autopsy results from the Jackson County Coroner said Varughese died from hypothermia while toxicology reports were still pending. As of April 18, Jackson County officials have yet to release
the results of the toxicology report.
A family’s suspicions Lovely Varughese said her concerns regarding Carbondale police’s investigation began when they told her she would need to wait until the body was taken to Chicago before she could see the body. “I’m a nurse; I know how you identify a body,” said Lovely Varughese. “Until we come say, ‘That’s our son,’we’re not touching him. We didn’t want to go to Chicago and see someone else in the casket.” She said police eventually relented and allowed them to see the body after the chaplain intervened on the family’s behalf. Lovely Varughese said when the family was taken to the hospital where her son’s body was waiting, they could see only his face.
“We saw that mark on his face right away,” said Lovely Varughese. “My brother-in-law asked one of the detectives what it was, and they said they found him laying on his face, and that it was frostbite.” She said police told her Pravin was found wearing his jeans and had his shirt tucked under one of his legs with no shoes and one sock on. The morning of Feb. 19 Lovely Varughese and her family headed to the parking lot of the Buffalo Wild Wings at 1435 E Main St., Carbondale.She was looking at the woods that border the parking lot to the southeast, trying to figure out where he was found. “We called the detectives, and both of them came,” said Lovely Varughese. “So we said, ‘Can you show us at least where he was, because we had flowers to put there.’” She said initially detectives were hesitant, telling them the terrain was so difficult and dangerous they would need specialized equipment to get to the private property about a football field’s length into the woods. Again the chaplain petitioned on behalf of the family, and police then took the family into the woods. “They found him in a clear area,” said Lovely Varughese.“If you stand there, you can see the parking lot lights from the Buffalo Wild Wings. We put a cross there, we prayed and we left.” The driver told police Pravin had exited the vehicle at a bridge on Highway 13 about 350 yards northeast of the Buffalo Wild Wings at 1435 E Main St, said Lovely Varughese. The National Weather Service said the weather around 1 p.m. on Feb. 13 had hovered around 12 degrees, while the sky was mostly clear. She said police told her that after they had gotten a tip from Stanley about the driver, who lives 40 miles away from Carbondale, they began trying to track him down. “After police brought the driver in, he showed them where he dropped Pravin off,” said Lovely Varughese. Police told her Pravin was believed to be drinking at the first party and left that party to attend a second party. The driver had offered Pravin a ride from the second party after the people >> see answers | page 5
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Lawsuit challenges validity of the 4th of July Parade Illiana Tollway authorization Join Parade will take place July State law required the inclusion of the Illiana Tollway first be approved by the CMAP Board
The Environmental Law & Policy Center, representing the Sierra Club and Openlands, filed a lawsuit April 17 in the Illinois Circuit Court of Cook County to halt the proposed Illiana Tollway. The lawsuit contends that the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has no authority to continue developing the d 47-mile Tollway proposed to be built from Interstate 55 in Wilmington to Interstate 65 in Lowell, Ind. The lawsuit against IDOT, the Board of the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning and the MPO Policy Committee alleges that an October 2013 vote by the MPO Policy Committee to approve amending the GO TO 2040 Plan to include the proposed Illiana Tollway as a financially constrained project was in fact illegal, according to a press release. State law required that the inclusion of the Illiana
>> answers, from page 4 there wouldn’t let their son inside. She said police described the driver as a “recent acquaintance” of their son who was not a student at SIU. The driver reportedly got onto Highway 13 while Pravin was on his phone. Once on the highway, she said police told her, Pravin was probably drunk and couldn’t give the driver directions on where he lived. She said police told her this led to a fight between Pravin and the driver, who reportedly pulled his car to the side of the road, parked, and continued to fight with her son outside the car before Pravin ran into the woods. “That was the story we were told,” said Lovely Varughese. She said police then asked when they were going to pay the reward money they had offered for information on their son. “We said if we give the money to the witness, we would give it through a lawyer or through the police,” said Lovely Varughese.
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www.illianacorridor.org/ MPO Policy Committee, chaired by IDOT Secretary Ann Schneider, approved the project by an 11 to 8 margin, potentially making Illinois taxpayers responsible for hundreds of millions of dollars in costs not covered by the project’s hoped-for private financing. An email statement by IDOT officials said there was no merit to the lawsuit.
Director of the Environmental Law & Policy Center and one of the Plaintiffs’ attorneys. “Illinois state law requires CMAP’s approval, which IDOT cannot legally circumvent. The Plaintiffs are requesting that the state court declare the agencies’ actions to be unlawful and enjoin IDOT from spending any public funds on the proposed Illiana Tollway.” The CMAP Board, with representatives of Chicago and seven suburban counties, was following its staff report’s recommendation, which found that the Illiana Tollway wasn’t needed and would expose the region to financial risk and environmentaldevastationwithout any appreciable transportation benefits. “CMAP’s GO TO 2040 Plan is the result of years of work by thousands of citizens and leaders, and it is a good plan for our region,” said Jack Darin, Director of the Sierra Club, Illinois Chapter.
Tollway first be approved by the CMAP Board—which rejected the amendment in a 10-4 vote just one week earlier. The lawsuit seeks a court order declaring that the proposed Illiana Tollway hasn’t received the necessary approval to proceed. “The Illinois Department of Transportation is violating Illinois law by spending public funds on the proposed Illiana Tollway, which the Chicago Metropolitan >> to see the full version Area for Planning voted to reject for of this story, check out the regional transportation plan,” buglenewspapers.com said Howard A. Learner, Executive
“We didn’t want to deal with him directly.” She said their hesitation to give out the money was because through their own investigation into the matter, they were told that Stanley, the man who told police where to find the driver, is possibly related to the driver. Because of the Varughese’s hesitation in paying the reward money, Stanley began calling the Carbondale police department “on a near-daily basis asking how he could get in touch with your family,” said a letter sent to the Varughese family from Carbondale police Det. Brandon Weisenberger dated Feb. 26. “We have consistently told Mr. Stanley to avoid contacting your family,” said Weisenberger. “However, I fear that as time goes on, his impatience will grow.” One of the cell phone numbers Stanley provided to police for the Varughese family was actually for one of his friends, who would only give his name as Dylan, and said that Stanley had given police
an incorrect number because his phone had been cut off in February. When The Bugle reached Stanley, he said he had talked with Weisenberger only twice and had not been contacting the police on a daily basis. “I don’t give a damn about that reward money,” said Stanley. He also did not comment on his relationship to the driver. A second opinion Lovely Varughese said eventually Jackson County Coroner Thomas W. Kupferer contacted her to say her son tested negative for drugs and alcohol in his system, and died of hypothermia. “That didn’t make sense,” said Lovely Varughese. “He was a healthy 19-year old boy; he was an athlete. He did everything, cross-country, track, swimming; someone like that wouldn’t think to just go into the woods and die. He was a Jimmy John’s delivery driver; he knew the area.” It was around this time news that an Illinois State Police trooper
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Courtesy Village of Niles The Village of Niles is looking for even greater participation from local businesses, organizations, and schools at this year’s July 4th Parade. The Parade will take place July 4 at 9 a.m. and conclude at approximately 11 a.m. Parade participants will begin their ride in a homemade float or march along with co-workers,
colleagues, and classmates at Notre Dame College Prep and end at Grennan Heights. Join the marching bands, clowns and tumblers as Niles residents and friends walk through town celebrating our nation’s birth. Go to www.vniles.com for our 4th of July Parade Participation Application/Agreement. For more information, contact Cathy Spadoni at 847-588-8005 or via email at cms@vniles.com. The Village of Niles looks forward to hearing from you.
Notre Dame College Prep to host inaugural Project Muscle 5K Parade will take place July 4 at 9 a.m. Notre Dame College Prep will be hosting the inaugural Project Muscle 5K to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association on its campus on April 27. All funds raised from this event will be used to help send local kids with neuromuscular disease to MDA’s Summer Camp. We are requesting your support of this year’s Project Muscle 5K through your financial support as a Race Sponsor, to be recognized at the event.
had pulled over the driver after he had left their son by the road on Feb. 13 had become public. Since then, the Varughese family says Jackson County has denied their lawyer’s repeated requests for the police and autopsy reports related to their son’s death. The Bugle reached out to Carbondale Police for clarification regarding the relationship, if any, between the witness and driver and the Jackson County coroner’s office’s autopsy and toxicology results. At press time the agencies had not returned either request. “Our state’s attorney’s office is not commenting on this issue at this time because of the ongoing investigation,” said Jackson County State’s Attorney Michael Carr in a statement to The Bugle. His office took on the investigation as conflicting narratives surrounding the night Pravin Varughese went missing started to become public. “In about four weeks, the results from the autopsy should be back,” said Ben Margolis, a forensic
The event will take place on the Notre Dame campus and the neighborhood surrounding the high school. Check-in will begin at 9 a.m. and the race will begin at 10 a.m. To take part in the event, we ask that each participant raise a minimum of $20. A free “Project Muscle” t-shirt and wristband will be given to anyone who raises $40 or more in appreciation of their efforts. The top fundraiser will win a Sony PlayStation 4 and the second place fundraiser will win a 32” LED TV.
pathologist hired by the family and founder of Autopsy Center of Chicago. They want him to take a second look at the cause of death. Adding to suspicious circumstances, Lovely Varughese said her son had called a female friend from Chicago around 12:29 a.m. The call lasted about three minutes and Lovely Varughese said the friend didn’t hang up right away because she was used to getting prank phone calls from Pravin Varughese. “She told us she picked up the phone, but that Pravin did not respond,” said Lovely Varughese. Moving forward Mathew and Lovely Varughese have started a petition at justiceforpravin. org. Their goal is to show the public’s demand towards more information regarding their son’s death. At press time, they had 17,499 signatures toward their goal of 25,000. “They need to tell us what really happened that night,” said Lovely Varughese. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com
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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Morton Grove, Niles, and Park Ridge Police Departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.
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Laura Arieli, 18, of the 1000 block of N. Knight, Park Ridge, was arrested April 8 in the 1000 block of N. Knight for zero tolerance.
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Lauren Makris, 28, of the 6800 block of N. Northwest Hwy., Chicago, was arrested April 8 in the 200 block of Busse Hwy. for suspended registration and disobeyed traffic control device.
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A 17-year from Park Ridge was arrested April 9 for possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Ivo Tasev, 18, of the 300 block of W. Touhy, Park Ridge, was arrested April 9 at the intersection of Cedar & Wisner for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.
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Fernando Martinez, 44, of the 7400 block of N. Harlem, Chicago, was arrested April 10 at the intersection of Dempster & Howard for no valid driver’s license.
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Gina Marks, 46, of the 700 block of S. Greenwood, Park Ridge, was arrested April 12 at the intersection of Redfield Ct. & Talcott for DUI.
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Juan Reyes-Barragan, 53, of the 2400 block of N. Rutherford,Chicago,was arrested April 14 at the intersection of Crescent & Peterson for disobeyed stop sign and no valid driver’s license.
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Andrew Barrientos, 50, of the 6100 block of W. Rosedale, Chicago, was arrested April 10 by Orland Park PD for a warrant related to a theft.
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Asim Ali, 21, of Skokie was arrested April 14 in the 5800 block of Dempster for driving with a suspended driver’s license.
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Mohammed A. Shehadeh, 35, of Burbank was arrested April 15 at the intersection of Dempster & Marmora for driving with a suspended driver’s license. Garcia-Torres, 11 Andres 23, of Glendale Heights was arrested April 16 at the
intersection of Dempster & Oleander for driving without a valid driver’s license.
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Amil Semsarieh, 25, of Elk Grove Village was arrested April 17 in the 6900 block of Dempster for possession of cannabis.
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Justin Marin, 26, of Chicago was arrested April 15 at the intersection of Dempster & Central for possession of cannabis.
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Chutima Chongruks, 36, of Chicago was arrested April 15 in the 5700 block of Dempster for driving without a
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Don McDenzie, 23, of Skokie was arrested April 15 in the 6300 block of Dempster for possession of cannabis. Fertonando, 21, of 16 Michelle Skokie was arrested April 15 in the 6300 block of Dempster for possession of cannabis.
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Juan Zetinn, 18, of Rosemont was arrested April 13 at the intersection of Dempster & Fernald for driving without a valid driver’s license.
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Donald Rogers, 24, of Chicago was arrested
April 12 at the intersection of Dempster and Lehigh for driving with a suspended driver’s license and misdemeanor speeding.
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Alexander Kulsavage, 23, of Park Ridge was arrested April 11 at the intersection of Dempster & Lincoln for possession of cannabis & unlawful use of a weapon (switchblade).
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Abel Rojas-Lopez, 28, of Niles was arrested April 13 at the intersection of Caldwell and Oakton for DUI.
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Giving Chicago’s Crony Capitalists the Key to the Village Focus instead on the Chicago corruption that this gambling will bring
holding public office just because they hold a liquor license? Focus instead on the Chicago corruption that this gambling will bring because our mayor is The greatest thing Mayor being backed into a corner and Blase did for Niles is keep getting his arms twisted over Chicago and its this. corruption out. Niles gets 5 percent of Niles isn’t a gambling losses, Illinois 25 Cicero, but that percent, the bar owner 35 will change if we percent and a mysterious, submit to Chicago’s shadowy group of crony crony capitalists capitalists get 35 percent. and their gambling. Why is that? Who are First, please another perspectiVe these 35-percenters? morgan dubiel The person who owns stop spreading the bar and takes all the risks the rumor that gambling in and some group that takes no Niles is a quid pro quo for risk get equal reward? Mayor Przybylo getting the law That doesn’t make sense in changed in Springfield so he the normal world, but in the can be mayor. Chicago Way, it is totally clear. There’s no evidence of that, They even make more money and it is despicable to impugn the character of someone who than the state. It’s corruption has dedicated his life to public folks, legal plunder put into the service. law written in some Springfield Why should an entire class smoky back room, so that of people be prohibited from Chicago fat cats get their piece
Why should an entire class of people be prohibited from holding public office just because they hold a liquor license? of the action. Don’t fall for the claim that gambling can be reviewed in five years. For Niles to make a paltry $200,000, these crony capitalists get $1.4 million. In five years, they’ll have pulled $7 million out of Niles. It’s legalized stealing mob-style. It costs about $20,000 to run a slate of candidates in Niles. How much do you think these political insiders will spend to own a village that puts that kind of money in their pockets? Don’t let them in because you’ll never get them out. The border between Niles and Chicago will be erased. Is that what you really want?
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Task force working to break heroin’s hold Heroin is now present in local counties in increasing numbers By Pat Schager For The Bugle
“ D r u g o v e r d o s e deaths in Will County reached 58 in 2012. That’s one Patrick K. O’Neil death every Will County week,” said Coroner Will County Coroner Patrick K. O’Neil during an April 19 forum at Troy Middle School in Plainfield. O’Neil said the age group of addicts runs the gamut from 17 years of age to 70. O’Neil played a recording of a frantic mother’s call to the county’s 911 Center. Her son was unconscious from a drug overdose when she found him in his bedroom. “Is he breathing?” the responder asked. The family’s nightmare had just begun, O’Neil said. Heroin is now present in Will County in increasing numbers. O’Neil was one of five speakers during the Young Adults Heroin Task Force panel which is gathering information of the statistics of drug use in the county. Saturday’s session was the fourth hearing Task Force members have held to bring awareness of the epidemic of heroin use. Speaking to the panel of her personal experiences, Paige, a 22-year-old addict, could be anybody’s daughter or sister. She spoke of starting using
>> police, from page 1 to get to know the members of the Morton Grove community.” Simo will be replacing current Morton Grove Police Chief Mark Erickson, who announced his intention to retire this spring. Erickson has about 30 years with the Morton Grove police, having joined the department in 1984. “I think Mark defines what a true Morton Grover is,” said Mayor Dan DiMaria at a Feb. 10 board meeting. At that meeting, he presented a plaque commemorating Erickson’s service and called him a true son
ask for help.” The Drug Court program is geared toward non-violent drug offenders. They must complete substance abuse recovery programs. A recovery group recently held a graduation ceremony in Joliet. Speakers at Saturday’s forum also included Larry Walsh, Will County Executive; Pete McLenighan,Executive Director of Stepping Stones, Inc.; Dr. Kathleen Burke, President
of Strategic Prevention; and Julie McCabe-Sterr, Drug/ Mental Health/Veterans Court Coordinator for the Will County State’s Attorney office. “We must bring the message of heroin’s impact on the lives of our young adults and their families,” Walsh said, “and we are committed to educating children on how important this should be to us all.” Walsh said the county is committed to search for ways to prevent and treat users instead of using (the threat) of incarceration. McLenighan spoke of the addictive effects of heroin and why overdoses happen as tolerance to the drug increases. He stressed that addiction is not a moral defect or failure, but rather considered a genetic and sometimes environmental problem. Burke talked of the effects heroin has on the pleasure centers of the brain. Prescribing opiates for pain can be an introduction to addiction, she said. An example would be prescribing Vicodin for strep throat when an aspirin might be all that is needed. McCabe-Sterr spoke of the Drug Court program that includes Drug Court homes for men and women. “While they are trying to get their lives back, the homes become a safe and stable place with a house manager at each of the homes, it becomes like a family. It might take as long as three or four years for rehab. If you can just keep them alive,” she said.
Task Force members present at the Troy School meeting were state representatives Sam Yingling, D-Round Lake Beach; Pattie Bellock, R-Hinsdale; John Cabello, R-Machesney Park; Natalie Manley, D-Joliet. State senators present were Jennifer Bertino-Tarrant, D-Shorewood; Matt Murphy, R-Palatine; and Sue Rezin, R-Morris, who conferenced in by phone. The Task Force was
commissioned by the state to explore the impact of heroin use and what remedies it will take to curb and/or stop usage. The group will report its findings in June to the General Assembly in Springfield. The local forums have included testimony from law enforcement, educators, community organizations, treatment facilities, governmental bodies and individuals.
of Morton Grove and a “tough act to follow.” “He put the village in front of himself,” said DiMaria. Since news of Erickson’s retirement broke last December, the village has been searching for a replacement. This process included the village hiring DMACT Services Inc., a company that specializes in recruitment procedures for law enforcement, to consult with the village during the selection process. DiMaria said he chose Simo based on his outstanding qualifications, his communitybased team approach to law
enforcement and his commitment to maintain the department’s excellent reputation. “Mike’s approach is to lead by example. He sets high expectations for himself and his officers and shares credit for success,” said DiMaria in a release. “I am confident that he will be an excellent mentor and leader for the exceptional men and women of our police department.” Village Trustees Bill Grear and John Thill, Police and Fire Commission Chairperson Mike Simkins, Village Administrator Ryan Horne, Corporation Counsel Terry Liston and Dan
McCollum of DMACT Services reviewed 40 candidates before recommending Simo. Grear said one of the reasons Simo stood out was his experience in supervising the construction of Addison’s public safety communication center. “We need a new police facility,” said Grear.“And Chief Simo’s past experience will be invaluable.” Morton Grove’s current police station is a school that was retrofitted to be a police station in the 1980s, and the village is looking into upgrading their facilities. “As the project stands right
now, we’re looking at all of our resources,” said DiMaria. He said the village was looking at grants and other sources of money to help cover the cost of a new facility. “And we have sent out a Request for Proposals for a development team, and we’ve gotten some proposals,” said DiMaria. “We’re getting rolling, but it’s in the preliminary stages.” DiMaria is expected to appoint Simo as the department’s new police chief at the April 28 meeting of the village board.
heroin at age 16. “Dealers want to get you addicted to continue your habit,” she said. “All I could think about was my next fix” and her daily rides to Chicago to score. “After I overdosed, my parents made me enter the substance abuse recovery program (in Will County). It was the best thing they could have done.” Paige said Drug Court saved her life. “I’ve been clean for 12 months. I learned you have to
“We must bring the message of heroin’s impact on the lives of our young adults and their families,” Walsh said, “and we are committed to educating children on how important this should be to us all.”
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Horoscopes In the week to come, you may be pedaling as fast as you can but may come to a point where you can coast for a while. If you rocket ahead of a coworker or partner, you should be diplomatic about your success.
You may deal with those who make sudden about-faces or could be forced to deal with something unexpected. Remain stoic and unaffected by the confusion that occurs behind the scenes this week.
Don’t put all your Easter eggs in one basket. In the upcoming week, you might be tempted to go overboard with expenditures. A sideline or hobby is not ready for prime time, so don’t waste your time and money.
Not every opportunity that knocks at your door is worth answering. One opportunity in the week ahead could prove to be a case of meeting someone with a lot of wind when you have no sails.
Talk things over with someone close to unearth true feelings. You may hit a rocky period of time in the upcoming week when your viewpoint shifts dramatically and you yearn for more independence.
You’ll come to realize that what you perceive as weaknesses might instead be strengths. Don’t let lack of money make you defensive. You could discover interesting facts and gain insights about joint finances in the week ahead.
You like to think of yourself as an alchemist who can make gold out of lead. In the week ahead, you’ll find, however, that you can’t change people or situations in the ways you might like to.
Enjoy spring flowers for hours and hours. In some ways, you’ll be wiser than usual, since you’ve been scorched by the fires of experience and are aware of drawbacks. Remain conservative about spending in the week ahead.
Someone close to your heart will be anxious to please and ready to turn on the charm at the snap of his/her fingers. Compare prices and check out resources this week, but don’t buy anything of major importance.
Success and happiness don’t come with a remote control. You can’t fast-forward past the boring parts or change channels at your whim. Avoid making major career or financial decisions in the week to come.
Wait and watch rather than being willful. A treasured ambition may need to simmer on the back burner this week. A certain amount of healthy selfpromotion is necessary, but you might bark up the wrong tree.
Today is a great day for family outings or a romantic rendezvous. In the week ahead, someone might press you to spend money on something that appears out of the blue, but wait before making a decision.
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INSIDE: Chemistry figures into Wolves’ winning ways, page 12; Tirovolas sets new scoring record, page 13
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Daughter follows father’s footsteps Richardson verbally commits to University of Illinois By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter
In the Richardson family, things didn’t turn out exactly like father, like son. Kyle Richardson, a 2012 Maine South grad, took after his father, Timothy, insofar as playing college baseball. But instead of attending the University of Illinois, his Dad’s alma mater, or another Big Ten school, Kyle committed to Notre Dame, where he is an outfielder. Now a sophomore, Kyle has started 21 of the first 29 games in which he’s played for the Fighting Irish this season. However, Courtney Richardson is following in Dad’s footsteps. The junior AllCSL center fielder, a three-year varsity player for coach Emmy Paiser’s Hawks softball team, verbally committed to Illinois in December. “Her freshman year, we started talking about her wanting to play ball in college, and she’s been working really hard at it,” Paiser said. “She had a small list (of schools she was considering). It came to December and that’s what she wanted.” Richardson said she narrowed down her college choices to Illinois, Butler and Wisconsin before making her decision. “It’s an outstanding university,” said Richardson between Games 1 and 2 of a Saturday doubleheader against Elk Grove, which defeated the Hawks in both games, 12-3 and 12-5.“That was my No. 1 choice. An outstanding campus, an >> see FOLLOW | page 14
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Maine South’s Courtney Richardson verbally committed to the University of Illinois.
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Chemistry figures into Wolves’ winning ways By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter
Drew Roche is certainly in an enviable position as a coach. He has 10 returning seniors, five of whom are starters, and many of those seniors are teammates on area club teams. “It helps when a lot of these guys play year-round, so you don’t have to start out and deal with the rust; they have no rust,” the coach said. “They bond and get together right away.” That experience has been paying off in the record books as the Wolves improved to 13-3, upending Maine South, 25-18, 25-17, in an early conference season showdown of CSL South heavyweights last week.
“I think we play well,” said senior outside hitter Eli Gelfand, who along with classmate Sebastian Ahn, had 10 kills in the victory. “Since most of us play club together, we build a lot of chemistry that way. We are very close as a team; more than last year’s team. Being a veteran this year, playing together, the chemistry is really good and it just results in a better team.” The Wolves surged ahead 11-4 in Game 1 on an ace from senior Colin Wong, whose four led the team.The Hawks did cut Niles West’s lead to three points on four occasions, but a run of four straight points—capped by a Gelfand kill—sealed the victory.
“We set our goals and expectations, and guys know the road ahead of them,” Roche said. “We’re not surprised by it (the team’s 13-3 start). Quite frankly, as a team, we’re disappointed that we have three losses at this point.” The Wolves did bow to New Trier in their CSL South opener on April 14, but Roche and the Niles West coaches used that defeat as a motivator for their match with Maine South. “Maine South is always a good team; a great blocking team and they played some phenomenal defense tonight,” Roche said. “They played better defense than we did. A couple of things >> see WAYS | page 13
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Colin Wong sets a ball for Niles West in a win over Maine South.
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Tirovolas sets new Niles West girls soccer scoring record By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter
Niles West came away with bragging rights in the Wolves’ 3-1 victory over inter-district rival Niles North on April 17. The Wolves broke a 1-1 tie in the second half on Nichole Lopatin’s second goal of the game. Vicki Tirovolas added an insurance goal for Niles West—a score that established a new Niles West school record for most career goals. Maine South competed in the Pepsi Showdown last week and notched a 3-0 win over Burlington Central on April 15. Emily O’Grady recorded her sixth shutout of the year, Jessie Schmidt scored twice for the Hawks, and Claudia Wine had a goal later in the game. Leslie Hannon assisted on all three goals.
BASEBALL Maine East at Maine South:
>> WAYS, FROM PAGE 12 that I really liked in particular was we had a very rough game against New Trier, and we as a coaching staff challenged these guys about answering the bell and bouncing back, showing some character and being mentally tough. “And they came out and did that. They controlled this match; I never felt like either game was ever in doubt.” The Wolves rocketed out to 10-3 advantage in Game 2 following a pair of aces from senior libero Andrew Mihulet (11 digs), who received kudos from Gelfand afterward. “Our outsides played really well tonight and our defense was really good,” Gelfand said. “Our libero was digging up a lot of tips that Maine South was throwing at us. He played really well tonight. I think that resulted in our win.” Three-year varsity starter Jordan Moy, also a senior, compiled 24 assists. “We played on our toes and we made them play on their heels,” Roche said.“We dictated the tempo, and when we dictate the tempo, there’s not a team that we’re afraid of.” The Hawks were triumphant in their first two CSL South
Gehrig Parker pitched four innings of hitless, scoreless ball and struck out six as the Hawks blanked inter-district opponent Maine East, 10-0, in five innings on April 17. The Demons were held to one hit. Bobby Pennington had two hits, including a double, and three RBIs for the Hawks, Hank Schau drove in two runs with a double and single, and Steve Sakowicz hit a double and single. Andrew Depkon also doubled. Maine South (7-2) blanked Von Steuben 10-0 on Saturday with Pennington hitting a double and driving in three runs.Alex Ellyin got the victory on the mound. Maine East also fell victim to Glenbrook South, 17-0, on April 16. Dylan Kuffell had two of the Demons’ three hits for the game. Notre Dame found itself comfortably leading St. Viator 6-2 going into the top of the
seventh inning of its ESCC game on April 17, but St. Viator put up five runs and handed the Dons a 7-6 defeat. Ryne Wiederer collected two hits, including a double, and three RBIs. Kevin Johnson also had two RBIs, Michael Bicknell and Ranko Steovavovic (two doubles) each had two hits, Joe Kukla doubled, and David Wendel drove in a run. Notre Dame played a doubleheader on Saturday, but the games were against different opponents as part of the Notre Dame-Jacobs tourney. In their first contest, the Dons lost 3-1 to Jacobs despite Adnan Sator pitching the first four innings, allowing only two hits and no earned runs. Notre Dame fared better against its second foe of the day, beating Conant 6-1. Boehmer got two RBIs vs. Conant. Rimac, the game’s winning pitcher, and Mike Ferri
matches of the year, but simply couldn’t get a sustained rally going against the Wolves in either game. Maine South coach Gary Granell said a combination of mental errors, hitting the ball into the net or hitting it out of bounds short-circuited the Hawks’ ability to get some momentum going. “We’d get a momentum breaker and it’s hard to get it back,” he said. Senior outside hitter John Palucki, the twin brother of star Maine South basketball player, Andrew, turned in a solid, all-around game for the Hawks with nine digs and six kills—both team highs. “We need to minimize our errors,” Palucki said. “During this game, we made a lot of service errors, passing errors but also blocking errors. Just fixing up all aspects of our game. And we’ve got to play more as a team, I think. It got kind of quiet during this match and I’d like to see us be together more, cheer (each other on) more.” Senior setter Tim Mizdrak finished with 15 assists, while sophomore Declan Cannon totaled seven digs and junior Evan Walsh notched four kills. “When we dig the ball, we’re
pretty good in transition,” Granell said.“(In) our transition offense, we can run our middles in transition. I’m pretty happy with that. Sometimes our block is pretty good, but not tonight because we couldn’t get the ball to the net. “I like the fact that we’ve got a lot of guys that if something’s not going (right), I’ve tried a lot of different players. We’ve got guys that can play different positions, we’ve got guys that are multifaceted, so we have a bench.” Maine South on April 25 defeated Evanston 25-23, 25-19 behind four kills and five digs from Palucki, and seven digs from Zach Jaconetti. •Maine East went three games with Highland Park in a CSL North match on April 16 before beating the Giants 25-21, 24-26, 25-21. Lerin Mathew put down 16 kills, Joe Swoboda eight and Andrew Fox six. Leonard David also registered 37 assists. •Notre Dame defeated Guerin in two games on April 17 to go 10-5 on the year. Steven Lendy contributed seven aces and four kills, Jacob Lendy added eight assists, Will Walsh also had eight assists and five aces, and Erik Kerber finished with four kills. mike@buglenewspapers.com
(RBI) each had two hits, while Sam Ferri had an RBI. Sam and Mike (RBI) both doubled in the loss to Jacobs. Niles West jumped out in front of Maine West, 2-0, in the first inning of its CSL crossover game at Maine West on April 16, but the Warriors plated four runs in the third and three in the sixth to post a 7-2 victory. The Wolves’ Cody Pazik had two RBIs, Tyler Stegich went 2-for-2 and Matthew Delavega added two hits.
SOFTBALL Niles West played back-toback CSL South games last week, getting no-hit and shut out 13-0 by New Trier April 16, but notching its own shutout the following day, 110, over Evanston behind a fiveinning, two-hit, eight strikeout performance from Maya
Caballero. Caballero also was the hitting star in that game, going 3-for-4 with 3 RBIs, a double and a home run—one of three homers hit by the Wolves. Shannon McHugh (two hits, two RBIs) and Tatiyana Rodriguez also homered. Valerie Sherman (two hits) and Kacie Simkins each had two RBIs, and Taylor Genis added two hits and an RBI.
BOYS GYMNASTICS Niles West (138.23 points) placed sixth in the team standings at the recent Robert Bohl Invitational that featured 18 teams. Tim La scored an 8.8 on the pommel horse to nab fourth place for the Wolves. Ryan Tang was seventh in the event, and David Thai recorded a sixth-place finish on still rings.
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Sports >> FOLLOW, FROM PAGE 11 outstanding softball program so all three of those combinations is what helped me decide.” Courtney’s father played minor league baseball for over six years after his collegiate career at Illinois. One of her uncles also played baseball at Iowa. “He’s very excited and it runs in the family,” Courtney said. Courtney said Kyle also is excited that she made the decision to commit to Illinois. “He’s very proud of me,” she said. “We’ve always been a Big Ten family.” Courtney said she hopes to compete for a starting outfield position when she begins her freshman season in 2016. “They have a few juniors that will be graduated by the time I get there,” she said. “Right now I’m just focusing on improving myself and we’ll see what happens.” Another Richardson, Britany, will be entering Maine South as a freshman in the 2014-15 school year. She’s a three-sport athlete (softball, soccer and basketball). Courtney hits anywhere from third to fifth in the Hawks’ lineup, and covers plenty of ground in center field. So much ground, in fact, that she goodnaturedly has to be reminded she doesn’t necessarily need to chase down fly balls in right and left field, too. “She always wants the ball,” Paiser said. “Sometimes we’ve told her, ‘It’s not your ball to have,’ which is funny. I love the fact that she doesn’t get that. (Her mindset is) ‘No, if I can get it, I’m going to get it.’ The kids have joked sometimes, ‘We just need Courtney in the outfield’ as far as her speed is concerned. She doesn’t give up on it. “She wants it both defensively and offensively. She wants to be the one in the (batter’s) box and she wants to be the one to catch the ball.” The Hawks (4-5) do have good outfielders complementing Courtney—right fielder Erin Faltin and Emily Suwanski, both juniors. “Having Emily and Courtney out there in the outfield together is a beautiful thing,” Paiser said.
“She’s (Suwanski) a wonderful, wonderful outfielder. She could be the starting center field for probably 80-90 percent of the teams out there (in the area).” The Hawks had been on a roll prior to their doubleheader loss on Saturday. They started the season 0-3, but then won four straight. Elk Grove entered the twin bill with only one loss and was ranked 13th in a recent area poll. “They (Elk Grove) had one good inning that they got to us (a seven-run fourth inning in Game 1),” Paiser said. “We started conference this (last) week and we did well there, and Elk Grove is a super quality team.” Suwanski provided the heroics in an 8-7 Hawks triumph over Waukegan on April 17, hammering a two-out walk-off triple that plated Liz Kiribati with the winning run. That triple was one of two on the day for Suwanski, who finished with three RBIs. Sabrina Argaez (two RBIs) and Richardson each ended up with a double and three hits. Jenna Christie, who picked up the victory on the mound, striking out seven, had an RBI at the plate, as did Emily Wolf. Liz Skoronski and Faltin added two hits each. Christie (six strikeouts) was again the winning pitcher April 16 in the Hawks 11-1, five-inning pasting of Evanston. Richardson (two RBIs), Ninna Anderson (two RBIs) and Megan Donnelly (three RBIs) each hit triples. Suwanski (double) went 3-for-3 with an RBI, Faltin and Christie drove in a run each, and Mary Depkon doubled. Anderson collected two hits and a RBI in the Hawks’ Game 1 loss to Elk Grove. She also pitched the final 3 2/3 innings. “Jenna threw a game Saturday (April 12) and she threw two games this (past) week (before pitching Game 1),” Paiser said. “She put in a lot of pitches. What I told Nina early on, I said, ‘Be ready to go about halfway through.’ ” Suwanski slugged a solo homer in Game 2, while Anderson doubled and had three RBIs. Argaez also doubled and drove in a run. mike@buglenewspapers.com
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BASEBALL Average Johnathan Kruppe, Benet Anthony Rendina, Benet Chris Whelan, Benet Mike McGee, Plainfield East Russ Hoh, Lockport Matt Bunetta, Plainfield Central Nick Novak, Plainfield East Jovany Urbieta, Plainfield East Ben Wishba, Lockport Franky Diaz, Lockport Hits Mike McGee, Plainfield East Jovany Urbieta, Plainfield East Tyler Hair, Lockport Jeremy Quade, Lockport Chris Whelan, Benet Drew DeMumbrum, Plainfield East Anthony Rendina, Benet Johnathan Kruppe, Benet Joe Boyle, Benet Russ Hoh, Lockport Lorenzo Blazekovick, Lockport Matt Bunetta, Plainfield Central Runs Jeremy Quade, Lockport Russ Hoh, Lockport Drew DeMumbrum, Plainfield East Jordan Blackman, Plainfield East Mike McGee, Plainfield East Anthony Bryan, Plainfield East RBI Jovany Urbieta, Plainfield East Tyler Hair, Lockport Joe Boyle, Benet Mike McGee, Plainfield East Johnathan Kruppe, Benet Ryan Dalton, Lockport Matt Ryan, Plainfield Central Doubles Chris Whelan, Benet Johnathan Kruppe, Benet Jovany Urbieta, Plainfield East Mike McGee, Plainfield East HR Joe Boyle, Benet ERA Noah Masa, Lockport Russ Hoh, Lockport Matt Emerick, Benet Mike Formella, Lockport Drew DeMumbrum, Plainfield East Cole Bellair, Lockport Nick Rana, Plainfield Central Strikeouts Noah Masa, Lockport Mike Formella, Lockport Trevor Henderson, Plainfield South Austin Moralis, Lockport Cole Bellair, Lockport Drew DeMumbrum, Plainfield East Nick Rana, Plainfield Central Ryan Roberts, Plainfield East Conor Hayes, Benet Cole Kotopka, Plainfield East Russ Hoh, Lockport Wins Mike Formella, Lockport Noah Masa, Lockport Drew DeMumbrum, Plainfield East SOFTBALL Average
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Dale Ryndak, Downers North .571 Angelina Medo, Plainfield South .500 Ashleigh Mitts, Plainfield South .467 Ali Woitovich, Downers North .464 Michaela Schlattman, Plainfield C. .456 Maria Connell, Plainfield Central .455 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South .452 Kelly Pattison, Lockport .450 Marissa Burns, Minooka .435 Alyssa Hajduk, Minooka .429 Alylsia Rodriguez, Joliet West .429 Joy Treasure, Joliet West .425 McKenna Ganassin, Plainfield South .421 Gabby Voulgaris, Lockport .419 Caroline Brown, Minooka .409 Haley Arndt, Lockport .406 Zoe Varsbergs, Downers North .400 Sarah Demasi, Lockport .394 Hits Michaela Schlattman, Plainfield C. 26 Gretchen Egly, Plainfield Central 20 Alylsia Rodriguez, Joliet West 18 Kelly Pattison, Lockport 18 Timi Tooley, Plainfield Central 18 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 17 Dale Ryndak, Downers North 16 Sammie Sabor, Plainfield Central 15 Allison Mangino, Plainfield Central 15 Maria Connell, Plainfield Central 15 Tara Cannella, Plainfield Central 15 Hannah Franceschini, Plainfield Central 14 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South 14 Jennifer Ames, Joliet West 13 Julie Liceaga, Joliet West 13 Gabby Voulgaris, Lockport 13 Haley Arndt, Lockport 13 Sarah Demasi, Lockport 13 Ali Woitovich, Downers North 13 Angela Giancarlo, Plainfield South 12 Kristen Ames, Joliet West 11 Katie Polaski, Downers North 11 Emma Varsbergs, Downers North 10 Zoe Varsbergs, Downers North 10 Angelina Medo, Plainfield South 10 Marissa Burns, Minooka 10 Runs Michaela Schlattman, Plainfield C. 18 Alylsia Rodriguez, Joliet West 15 Jennifer Ames, Joliet West 14 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 14 Dale Ryndak, Downers North 14 Ali Woitovich, Downers North 13 Kelly Pattison, Lockport 11 Angela Giancarlo, Plainfield South 10 Sarah Grabowski, Plainfield Central 10 Adriana Cura, Plainfield South 9 Kristen Ames, Joliet West 9 Katie Polaski, Downers North 9 Allison Mangino, Plainfield Central 8 Nina Connell, Plainfield Central 8 Tara Cannella, Plainfield Central 8 Alyssa Hajduk, Minooka 8 DeShonte Smith, Joliet West 7 Angelina Medo, Plainfield South 7 Jordan Arndt, Lockport 7 Haley Arndt, Lockport 7 Hannah Franceschini, Plainfield Central 7 Sammie Sabor, Plainfield Central 7 RBI Ali Woitovich, Downers North 23 Dale Ryndak, Downers North 16 Timi Tooley, Plainfield Central 14 Allison Mangino, Plainfield Central 13
Michaela Schlattman, Plainfield C. 12 DeShonte Smith, Joliet West 10 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 9 Ally Howard, Lockport 9 Kaylee Newstrom, Downers North 9 Haley Arndt, Lockport 8 Gabby Voulgaris, Lockport 8 Kylie Robb, Joliet West 7 Erin Steik, Plainfield South 7 Angelina Medo, Plainfield South 7 Adriana Cura, Plainfield South 7 Sammie Sabor, Plainfield Central 7 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South 6 Alylsia Rodriguez, Joliet West 6 Jennifer Ames, Joliet West 6 Kelly Pattison, Lockport 6 Hannah Franceschini, Plainfield Central 6 Tara Cannella, Plainfield Central 6 Alyssa Hajduk, Minooka 6 Doubles Sammie Sabor, Plainfield Central 7 Timi Tooley, Plainfield Central 7 Maria Connell, Plainfield Central 7 Allison Mangino, Plainfield Central 6 Alylsia Rodriguez, Joliet West 6 Dale Ryndak, Downers North 6 Ali Woitovich, Downers North 5 Michaela Schlattman, Plainfield C. 5 Gretchen Egly, Plainfield Central 4 Julia Liceaga, Joliet West 4 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 4 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South 4 Jennifer Ames, Joliet West 3 Erin Steik, Plainfield South 3 DeShonte Smith, Joliet West 3 Jordan Arndt, Lockport 3 Haley Arndt, Lockport 3 Caty Bell, Minooka 3 HR Ali Woitovich, Downers North 3 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 3 Dale Ryndak, Downers North 2 Jennifer Ames, Joliet West 2 Gabby Voulgaris, Lockport 2 ERA Dale Ryndak, Downers North 0.00 Alexa Anderson, Plainfield South .857 Justine Cielenski, Lockport 1.31 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South 1.64 Alexa Zito, Minooka 1.8 Kalyn Putman, Lockport 2.59 Megan Quirk, Minooka 2.63 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 2.87 Strikeouts Dale Ryndak, Downers North 84 Brooklyn Daly, Plainfield Central 43 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South 41 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 32 Justine Cielenski, Lockport 28 Maddy Janssen, Plainfield Central 24 Kylie Robb, Joliet West 23 Kalyn Putman, Lockport 22 Alexa Anderson, Plainfield South 17 Megan Quirk, Minooka 16 Hannah Gawenda, Joliet Central 15 Wins Dale Ryndak, Downers North 8-0 Joy Treasure, Joliet West 6-2 Jordan Harbacek, Plainfield South 3 Justine Cielenski, Lockport 3-2 Kylie Robb, Joliet West 3-2 Brooklyn Daly, Plainfield Central 3-2 SOCCER
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Goals Heather Handwork, Plainfield North Sara Stevens, Plainfield North Calli Tomko, Lisle Kelly Laue, Lisle Kelsey Kretman, Lisle Tate Barney, Plainfield North Kendyl Keay, Plainfield North Assists Shayna Dheel, Plainfield North Breann Hutchinson, Lisle Heather Handwork, Plainfield North Sam Elster, Plainfield North VOLLEYBALL Aces Andrew Milhulet, Niles West Jordan Moy, Niles West Tyler Valdez, Romeoville Patrick Corlaciu, Niles West Eli Gelfand, Niles West
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sportinG events With playoffs going on, Scott looks at his top sporting events to watch
tweets of the weeK chicago blackhawks @nhlblackhawks “Best of luck to our friends, the @ChicagoBulls, as they begin their playoff drive against Washington!”
brian snow @bsnowscout “Just a reminder, the Bulls traded LaMarcus Aldridge for Tyrus Thomas”
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@nick corban @nickYY_twotimes “Junior year golf season was an adventure to say the least. Up’s & Down’s as expected. Cant say I didnt give it my all on every single shot.” dgs boYs VolleYball @dgsboYsVball “Huge team win in three against York! Team pulled together against a tough opponent. Thanks to all the fan support!” coach stephens @phccathletics “Soccer 5 0 winners!! Great job girls”
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Favorite social media outlet that you use? Instagram Who is your favorite person to follow? Why? Rihanna, because her pictures are always chic. How often do you use social media? I use it every day, but I gave it up for lent. So, none until Easter. What do you use social media for? I use it to keep up with friends. Who is your favorite pro athlete? Why? LeBron James, because his raw athleticism is amazing. Have you ever tweeted a famous person? Did they respond? No, I never have. Your most memorable sports moment? Going to Tennessee with my team junior year.
Food wolfgang puck’s kitchen
Mediterranean & Asian flavors join together for spectacular roast
Lamb can be flavored in many different ways so don’t be afraid to mix it up well to a wide range of seasonings that reflect the many cuisines worldwide Lamb rates high in which you’ll find lamb among home cooks recipes. planning a family feast. There’s the popular After all, the meat French or Italian style, for symbolizes celebration example, in which it may and springtime, a Wolfgang Puck’s be seasoned with garlic, season when some kitchen olive oil, and rosemary of the best lamb is Wolfgang Puck or oregano; and, further available in the markets. east along the Mediterranean, But how do you cook your you’ll find Greek or Turkish cooks lamb? That’s a question people have asked me often over the The result really years. is the best of both Gradually, I came to realize that worlds, harmonized they didn’t really want to know by tender, succulent what cooking method I used. lamb. I hope it adds When it comes to the time of to the feeling of year and the large, festive cut you would want to serve for such an celebration and occasion, roasting makes the most togetherness at your sense. dinner. And I find that a simple, straightforward, high-heat approach delivers good results. adding the tang of lemon or What people were really asking yogurt and the resinous bite of was what seasonings I like to use pine nuts. North African cooks add for my roast lamb. And, for that tantalizing spices such as cumin or question, I have no easy answer. cinnamon. You see, you can flavor lamb in In Asian kitchens, you’ll find many different ways. lamb welcoming the flavors and The mild, almost sweet meat, aromas of soy sauce and sesame with its very slight and pleasing oil, fresh ginger and garlic, and edge of gaminess, adapts so more exotic seasonings like star By Wolfgang Puck Tribune Content Agency
anise. Around the globe, in Mexico and the American Southwest, lamb will welcome the heat of chili peppers, while some Southern barbecue cooks might scent it with the fragrant smoke of hickory or apple wood and a lively mop made variously with such ingredients as vinegar, molasses, or tomato sauce. So, rather than pick just one seasoning style for lamb this year, I suggest you go global, combining the influences of several different cuisine, as I’ve done in the recipe I share here for East-West Roast Leg of Lamb. The recipe begins by marinating a boneless leg of lamb (ask your butcher to bone it for you, leaving the meat in a single piece) in a seasoned mixture of soy sauce and honey. Then, while the lamb roasts, you make an eastern Mediterraneanstyle herb-flecked yogurt sauce to serve with the lamb, letting guests decide whether they’d like to spoon it over the meat or as a condiment alongside. The result really is the best of both worlds, harmonized by tender, succulent lamb. I hope it adds to the feeling of celebration and togetherness at your dinner. (c) 2014 WOLFGANG PUCK WORLDWIDE, INC. DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.
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EAST-WEST ROAST LEG OF LAMB S e r v e s 8 t o 1 2 • 1 b o n e l e ss l e g of lamb, 4 to 5 pounds
SOY-HONEY MARINADE: 1-1/2 cups light soy sauce 1/4 cup honey 1 cup minced scallions 2 tablespoons crushed red pepper flakes FOR ROASTING: Extra-virgin olive oil Salt Freshly ground black pepper
YOGURT-OREGANO-MINT VINAIGRETTE: 24 fresh oregano leaves 1/2 cup packed fresh mint leaves 1/2 cup packed fresh Italian parsley leaves 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted in a small, dry pan over low heat, stirring frequently, until golden brown 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons dry mustard powder 2 cups peanut oil Salt Freshly ground black pepper
First, if the lamb came from the butcher rolled and tied, snip the strings, unroll it and trim it of excess fat or connective tissue. Place the meat in as even a layer as possible in a nonreactive baking dish. Set it aside. For the Soy-Honey Marinade: In a mixing bowl, stir together the soy sauce and honey until the honey dissolves. Stir in the scallions and red pepper flakes. Pour the marinade over the lamb, cover the dish with plastic wrap, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 3 to 6 hours, turning the meat over halfway through. Remove the lamb from the marinade and pat it dry all over with paper towels. Discard the marinade. Put the lamb in a roasting pan, season all over with a little salt and pepper, and drizzle all over with olive oil. Leave the lamb at room temperature while you preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Roll up the meat back into a compact cylinder and tie it securely with several lengths of kitchen string, returning it to the roasting pan. Roast until the lamb is medium-rare, when an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 140 degrees F., about 1 hour. While the lamb is roasting, prepare the Yogurt-Oregano-Mint Vinaigrette: Put the oregano, mint, parsley, pine nuts, yogurt, honey and mustard powder in a blender. Pulse the machine on and off several times, and then blend until the mixture is smoothly pureed, stopping once or twice to scrape down the bowl. Then, with the machine running, slowly pour in the peanut oil through the hole in the lid. Stop the machine, taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper. Pour the vinaigrette into a nonreactive container, cover and refrigerate until serving time. When the lamb is done, remove it from the oven, transfer to a carving board, cover with aluminum foil, and leave to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Then, carve and serve the lamb, passing the vinaigrette as a sauce or condiment at the table.
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Problems with no credit score? No problem Since you don’t have any debt, you have something known as money In either case you can Dear Dave, simply explain that reason I’m 20 years you don’t have a credit old, and I’m score is because you have trying to get out no debt. of debt. However, Since you don’t have I’m concerned any debt, you have about what something known as might happen money. That makes you when I’m older very stable, and it makes and don’t have a Dave Says you a fantastic candidate credit score. My money advice as an employee or tenant. girlfriend says I by dave ramsey Listen to me, Ian. I’m a won’t be able to landlord, and if I had my choice get a job or rent an apartment between a tenant with no debt without a good one. Is this and no credit score and someone true? with a high credit score but lots Ian of debt, I’d take the one who Dear Ian, has no debt in a heartbeat. Why? No, it’s not true. I’m sure your Because that’s the one who is girlfriend is a sweet person, most likely to pay. but she has no clue what she’s talking about in this situation. Besides, you already have a
good credit history if you’ve paid your bills on time. Show them proof of that, if necessary. But taking on a pile of debt to have a high credit score or increase your current score is just plain stupid! —Dave
No CDs for kids Dear Dave, Would it be a good idea to open CD accounts for my two small children? Abe Dear Tessa, No. A CD is a Certificate of Deposit. Basically, they’re not much more than savings accounts which carry early withdrawal penalties. They earn about the same as a regular savings account, too, which at the moment is next to nothing. There’s no reason to open them for your kids.
Since you don’t have any debt, you have something known as money. That makes you very stable, and it makes you a fantastic candidate as an employee or tenant. Now, is it a good idea to save money on behalf of your children? Of course, it is. But if the idea is simply to teach and help them save money, I’d recommend simple savings accounts. If you’re talking about wanting to save money for them—like for a college fund—I’d suggest an Educational Savings Account (ESA) with good, growth stock mutual funds inside. Even if you want to put aside college savings, I’d urge you to go ahead and open regular savings accounts for each of them.
We did that for our kids, and I can tell you from experience, you’ll find tons of teachable moments about saving, giving and life in general! —Dave *Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times bestselling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 6 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Ramsey on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.
>> feel good, from page 2 staffed by volunteers. Pusateri started styling those wigs for free in 2012 during her lunch break at her former job. She ended up earning the “Rookie of the Year” award from the North Shore American Cancer Society for her volunteer work. Last month, she decided to go into business for herself and opened Christine Pusateri Solutions at 7665 N. Milwaukee Ave. in Niles. While her business specializes in non-surgical hair replacement for clients, Pusateri still takes time to texturize and style the wigs given to patients from the Society. “A lot of people don’t even know they can get a free wig from the American Cancer Society,” said Pusateri. “All it takes is a little thinning to get a synthetic wig to look realistic.” Pusateri also volunteers with the Society’s “Look Good... Feel Better” program, which helps women in active cancer treatment learn techniques to restore their self-image and cope with appearance-related side effects.
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Dixie Salerno, Christine Pusateri and Kate Le (left to right). Salerno and Le are designer consultants at Christine Pusateri Hair Solutions.
“This is for women to deal with the appearance related side effects,” said Briggs. “Like changes in skin tone, hair loss, dry skin. Each woman who attends gets a free makeup kit.” As a certified beauty professional, Pusateri provide tips on makeup, skin care, nail care and head coverings. “My job is to try and help patients get through their illness,” said Pusateri. “Teach
them how to maintain the wig and give them something they can control during a time in their life when they feel like they have very little control.” To learn more about the American Cancer Society’s wig banks and the “Look Good… Feel Better” program call 1-800227-2345 or go online at www. cancer.org. ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com
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Senior Style Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 588-8420. Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www.vniles.com. Click on “Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center. Advanced registration is required for programs. For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847-588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price. Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price. For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center. Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program,Arlene Golub. This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847-588-8420 for more information. Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need. Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers. Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash. This can very well mean the difference between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 588-8420). Social Bridge players needed! Every Tuesday, 12:30pm, contact Jaymi at the Niles Senior Center for more information. Full Blood Screening & Blood
Pressure Screening CBC, CMP,TSH (no reflex), Lipid Panel, PSA (men) Tuesday,Aprill 22, 9:00am.Men - $65M/$70NM & Women - $60M/$65NM. Advanced Registration Required. Golfers Needed The Niles Senior Center is looking for men and women for the upcoming golf season! Contact Jaymi at (847)588-8420 for more info! Men’s Golf kickoff meeting – Thursday,April 10 10:30am.Women’s Golf kick-off meeting – Thursday,April 24 10:30am Annual Rummage Sale If you are interested in reserving a table to sell the many treasures in your home that you no longer use, please call Jaymi at 847-588-8420 as soon as possible. A $5.00 donation per table is required at time of reservation. All donations will go to the Niles Food Pantry. Space is limited! Table reservations are on a first come, first serve basis. Rummage Sale will be Saturday,April 26 from 9:00am-1:00pm Pre-Introduction to Computers Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 6-15, 9:00am-10:30am. $20M/$25NM Yoga in Chairs Yoga is all about flexibility… and we are flexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand. Thursdays, May 1-29, 10:45am11:45am. $30M/$35NM Carmen Derby It’s the Men’s Club annual Carmen Derby – open to all! Enjoy a delicious box-style lunch, then get ready to cheer on your “favorite horse” in our eight races! There will be prizes awarded. Friday, May 2, 11:30am-1:30pm, $12M/$17NM Lunch to Benefit… WINGS Invite your friends & family to a delicious lunch! All proceeds go to WINGS, whose mission is to provide a continuum of integrated services in an effort to domestic violence and homelessness one family at a time. Lunch includes a $2 hot dog, chips and cookie. Monday, May 5, 11:30am-1:00pm or until supplies last. Culver Concert Orchestra Performance The Culver Concert Orchestra, Concert Band and Choir will be at the Niles Senior Center. Also performing will be our very own Golden Notes and Niles
Rhythm Band. Refreshments will follow the performance. Open to everyone! Wednesday, May 7, 1:00pm $2M/$3NM Hooked on Fishing All outings meet at 8:00am at the designated location. Cost includes: morning snacks, juice, bait and lunch. Register for the outings at the Niles Senior Center. Maps available at the Front Desk. $15M/$20NM. Fish Lake Beach – Friday, May 23 Spring BBQ – Hosted by the Niles Senior Men’s Club It’s finally Spring!! Time for a rockin’ good time with the music of “the Rockin’ Fenderskirts” and delicious food. We will begin with hamburgers, hot dogs, German potato salad, cole slaw, and dessert. Stay for the music and the raffles! Kick off the warm weather with a fun time! There is reserved seating. Strict deadline for reserved seating is Friday, May 30. Friday, June 6, 11:30am-2:00pm, $15M/$20NM St. Charles Lunch & Cruise Join us as we head to the beautiful St. Charles area. We will dine overlooking the river at the Riverside restaurant. Lunch will include a choice of Caesar chicken and pasta or grilled salmon with linguini. After lunch we will cruise the river on the St. Charles Paddlewheel Riverboat. Thursday, June 12, 10:30am5:00pm, $54M/$59NM
Park Ridge Senior Center Senior Center Memberships Senior Center membership begins at age 55. Our quarterly new and prospective member meetings will you give information on the many activities, programs, events and services offered. Membership dues are: Single: $46 Resident, $65 NonResident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 NonResident Over 90 Single: $23 Resident, $32.50 Non-Resident Over 90 Couple: $35 Resident, $49.50 Non-Resident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips; A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; >> see Seniors | page 21
Senior Style >> seniors, from page 20 Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities. Enjoy these facility amenities as a Senior Center Member: Large meeting hall; Classrooms; Full service kitchen; Stage with sound system; Ceramic room and kiln; 2 large screen TVs; Game tables; 4 ping pong tables; Variety of solitary and group activities for member use; Members art displays; Free Lending Library; and Free Medical Lending Closet (limited quantities) For more information, call 847692-3597. Bridge If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the first Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847-692-3597 for more information or to be put in touch with one of the group moderators. Senior Center Clubs Men’s Club: 1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month. Join us as we plan fun and exciting events, as well as make a difference in our community. Book Worms: 1st Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. Love to read? Join us every month for a discussion pertaining to a variety of books . One per month . Camera Club: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. Join our camera club as they provide instruction and interesting slideshows on a variety of different topics . Money Matters with Chris Valentine: 1st & 3rd Monday of the Month, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a
program of financial tips and answers your questions Opera Arts Club with Leo Rizzetto. 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, Noon. Do you have a love for opera and/or musicals? Leo Rizzetto, opera aficionado, presents a variety of majestic operas and toe tapping musicals. Computer Club: 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. Need a computer refresher course or just help learning the computer? Join Richard Brandt as he leads the group . Come with questions. Handicrafters: every Friday, 10 a.m. Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, cross-stitch, or embroider? We make items for the Annual Holiday Bazaar and the V .A . Hospitals .We provide the supplies for these events, or you can work on your own project . Beginners are welcome! Ongoing activities Following are number of ongoing activities at the Center: • Woodcarvers meet Thursdays at 9 a.m.…a free activity: • Gamers, 1 to 4:30 p.m. Fridays play dominos, hand and foot, scrabble for rummikube … also free. • Ceramics students meet 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays and Tuesdays and work on projects of your choice. There is a charge of $7 per class. • Pinochle players meet the second Monday,Third Thursday and every Saturday of the month at 1 p.m. • Table tennis players start play at 1 p.m.Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday. All abilities are welcome for this free activity. • Have you ever thought of tap dancing? This is a fun way of exercising. The class is at 12:30 p.m.Tuesdays.The fee is $10 for members and $15 for nonmembers. Annual Fashion Show May 2 12:30 to 3 p,m.Ages 55 & Up. $45 members, $50 nonmembers. It’s spring and time to check out this year’s latest fashions! Join your friends from the Park
Ridge Park District Senior Center for an afternoon including lunch, fashion and a raffle .The Senior Center’s Annual Fashion Show will be held at Fountain Blue in Des Plaines, and features fashions modeled by members of the Senior Center. Just Lunch May 9, 12:30 p.m. Ages 55 & Up. $7 members , $9 nonmembers. Looking for good company and a delicious meal? Look no further! Join us monthly for a warm meal prepared by All on the Road Catering at the Senior Center . Stay afterwards for good company and a game or two of cards . SC Choraliers, Uketones & Tappers May 19 12:30 to 2:30 p.m.Ages 55 & Up. $15 members, $17 non-members. Join our very own Senior Center Choraliers,Tappers and Uketones during their annual spring performance . Lunch is catered by Inglenook. Senior Center Open House & Tea May 29 9 a.m. to noon.Ages 55 & Up. FREE. This complimentary event is a show and tell of the activities and programs that the Park Ridge Park District Senior Center offers . Stop in to meet instructors and program participants to get firsthand testimonies of the activities offered .Tea begins at 11:00am .
Morton Grove North Shore Senior Center
North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Social Services Office has space in the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. Information and assistance is provided to individuals of all
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ages including access to public benefits, referrals for a variety of community programs, onsite and off-site support groups, and applications for the Village financial assistance program. A monthly Caregiver Support Group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. On-site appointments are available for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, with Senior Health Insurance Program volunteers, and to discuss individual concerns of all kinds. Monthly wellness programs offered include cholesterol screening, diabetes screening, and a foot care clinic. Appointments are available by calling 847-4705223. For information or an appointment to discuss your needs, call Mary Senn at 847-6633072. Volunteer opportunities Do you have great people skills? Do you enjoy reception work? North Shore Senior Center in Morton Grove has opening for people to help at our front desk, greeting guests, directing calls, and assisting with registrations. Please contact Volunteer Services at 847.784.6052 for details.
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Senior Center membership Become a member of North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus and enjoy opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives through an array of programs, activities, trips and services. Members receive a discount on all programs, activities, and trips, Lifelong Learning Program Catalog, information on local, state, and federal issues affecting seniors, and invitations to special events and presentations. Membership dues are $20 for an individual and $35 for a couple/household for a full year. Everyone welcome! Call North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus at 847-470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member. The World of Apps for Smart Phones & Tablets Wednesday,April 30 1 – 3:00 p.m. Do you want to connect with the grandkids? Play music? Find recipes? There’s an App for that! Explore some of the important and fun apps for your smart phones and tablets. Let’s share info or just discover new >> see Seniors | page 22
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APRIL 24 Scarface (1939), with guest Christina Rice, author of Ann Dvorak. Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older. After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.
APRIL 25 Arbor Day Ceremony Kicksoff with Tree Dedication from Niles Mayor. 9:30 a.m. Mark Twain Elementary School, 9401 N. Hamlin Avenue, Niles. The Village of Niles would like to invite all residents to attend this year’s Arbor Day Ceremony, which as become an annual village tradition to celebrate the longest living organisms on earth, the trees. The celebration of Arbor Day presents an opportunity to exemplify the importance of learning about trees and the natural world. It is important to teach children that planting trees is an act of kindness and optimism and a priceless gift for future generations. The ceremony will begin with a tree dedication given by Mayor Andrew Przybylo. Following the dedication will be a reception with refreshments, and with entertainment provided by the Mark Twain choir. The Village would like to thank Arthur Weiler Nursery for donating this year’s tree. “Skate Trek: 100 Years &
>> seniors, from page 21 stuff. Bring in your device and let the fun begin! $9 member; $12 non-member. Call 847-470-5223 to register. Introduction to Mah Jongg Tuesdays, May 6 – June 24 1 – 3:00 p.m. Learn the exciting tile game Mah Jongg! This class is for those with no experience as well as those wanting to brush up their skills.You will learn tile recognition, fundamentals, and strategy. Students must have their own current Mah Jongg card for class. $49 member; $65 nonmember. Call 847-470-5223 to register.
Beyond” 2014 Ice Show. 7 p.m. Oakton Ice Arena, Park Ridge. Take a trip through time to celebrate the Park Ridge Park District’s 100th Anniversary. Oakton’s Annual Ice Show features skaters of various ages performing spectacular routines. Mark your calendars for a night of great entertainment. $8.
APRIL 26 Comcast Cares Day Community Volunteer Day at Forest Preserve District of Cook County. 8 a.m. Harts Road and Touhy Avenue, Niles. On Saturday, April 26, the Forest Preserve District of Cook County will participate in Comcast Cares Day, one of the nation’s largest corporate volunteer initiatives. Volunteers from the area will come together with their neighbors, as well as Comcast employees, their friends and family members to cut down and burn branches and clear overgrowth at the Forest Preserve. Volunteers from the community are welcome and will get a free lunch and t-shirt. To register to volunteer and help others in your community, visit www.comcastinthecommunity. com. Annual Rummage Sale. 9 a.m. 999 Civic Center Drive, Niles. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors. Over 40 vendors & raffles to be won. $2.00 hot dog lunch, while supplies last. Open to everyone. “Skate Trek: 100 Years & Beyond” 2014 Ice Show. 1:30 p.m. & 7 p.m. Oakton Ice Arena, Park Ridge. Take a trip
The Roosevelt Women Mondays, May 5 & 12 1 – 2:30 p.m.While President of the United States, Franklin Delano Roosevelt had many sources of support and advice, such as his cabinet and his close friends. He also had a group of women from whom he gained political help and emotional support.This class focuses on five of them; smart, savvy, and intensely loyal, these women were directly involved in guiding the United States through some of its darkest years. $16 member; $22 non-member. Call 847-470-5223 to register. Introduction to Beading Fridays, May 9, 16 & 23. 10 a.m. – noon. Make fun jewelry and accessories while you learn the fundamentals of beading.
through time to celebrate the Park Ridge Park District’s 100th Anniversary. Oakton’s Annual Ice Show features skaters of various ages performing spectacular routines. Mark your calendars for a night of great entertainment. $8.
APRIL 27 “Skate Trek: 100 Years & Beyond” 2014 Ice Show. 1:30 p.m. Oakton Ice Arena, Park Ridge. Take a trip through time to celebrate the Park Ridge Park District’s 100th Anniversary. Oakton’s Annual Ice Show features skaters of various ages performing spectacular routines. Mark your calendars for a night of great entertainment. $8. Holocaust Remembrance: Two Stories of Survival. 2 p.m. Morton Grove Public Library - 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Estelle Glaser Laughlin, author of the recently published memoir“Transcending Darkness,” and Cipora Katz are both childhood survivors of the Holocaust. They will share their experiences and talk about the importance of standing up for tolerance and against bigotry. Cosponsored by the Morton Grove Historical Society. Location: Baxter Room - Auditorium (main floor). Niles, The Early Years. 2 p.m. Niles Historical Museum, 8970 N. Milwaukee Ave. In April, the Niles Historical Society will feature our own Niles Historian,Thomas Ferraro. He will speak on “Niles the Early Years.” Please arrive early for a seat. We will also have his book on hand for purchase
You’ll learn the tools, materials, and methods of beading, and experiment with color and design. Use your imagination to create original pieces to take home after each class. $35 member; $42 non-member. Beading kit and materials included. Call 847-470-5223 to register. A Loaf of Bread, A Slice of History Wednesday, May 14 1 – 2:30 p.m. Bread is part of everyday and religious life around the world. In this digital survey, artist and world traveler Sara Drower will trace the history of bread. Sara will also explore the breads that are part of superstitions, folklore, and celebrations along with artisan and gluten-free breads. Be sure to
and for signing. Doors open at 1 p.m. and we hope that you will attend and stay for refreshments afterwards. Admission is free, but free will offering will be accepted. For more information, please call: (847) 390-0160. Glenview Concert Band Performance. 2 p.m. Lakeview Room, Glenview Park Center, 2400 Chestnut Ave., Glenview. The Glenview Concert Band, a community band sponsored by the Glenview Park District, will perform a free concert in the Lakeview Room. Please come enjoy music performed overlooking Lake Glenview. See www.glenviewband.org for more information.
APRIL 28 The Hollow Crown: Henry V (2013). 11:30 a.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Recently crowned king, Henry V has scarcely settled onto the throne when the French ambassador brings a challenge to his rule. Inspired by his courtiers Exeter and York, Henry swears that he will answer the French with all force.The stage is set for all-out war and the young ruler must overcome incredible odds and self-doubt to win the day. Cast: Julie Walters, Simon Russell Beale, James Laurenson. Rated R. For more information, go to calendar.mgpl.org or call 847929-5101.
MAY 1 In Old Chicago (1937) & Jesse James (1939), with
save room to taste some delicious samples! $8 member; $11 nonmember. Call 847-470-5223 to register. Gardening for Life Enrichment --Kitchen Herb Garden Thursday, May 15 1 – 2:00 p.m. Gardening for Life Enrichment is a new series offered by the Chicago Botanic Garden Horticultural Therapy Services. Enjoy the peace, joy, and fun of working with plants and nature in these enjoyable classes. No crawling on your knees or digging in the yard! Learn about a variety of garden herbs and how to grow them in your own kitchen with the help of a horticulturist from the Chicago Botanic Gardens. Materials included. $19 member;
special guests, Tyrone Power family. Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older. After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.
JUNE 19 Gone With The Wind (1939). Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older. After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m. For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.
ONGOING Live Jazz Jam at Chambers. Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Come join us for dinner and live jazz. John Bany is one of Chicago’s best and most interesting bass players. His bass playing, in addition to his unique vocal style, has delighted audiences everywhere. He is a, veteran bass player, John has played at a number of festivals including: the original Big Horn (Ivanhoe, Illinois), the Chicago Jazz Festival (9 appearances), the Mid-American Jazz Festival (St. Louis, Missouri), Elkhart Jazz Festival (13 appearances) and the Atlanta World Music Fest.
$25 non-member. Call 847-4705223 to register. Gardening for Life Enrichment --Pressed Flower Greeting Cards Thursday, July 17 1 – 2:00 p.m. Gardening for Life Enrichment is a new series offered by the Chicago Botanic Garden Horticultural Therapy Services. Enjoy the peace, joy, and fun of working with plants and nature in these enjoyable classes. No crawling on your knees or digging in the yard! Create one-of-a-kind natural plant and dried flower greeting cards with the help of a professional floral designer from the Chicago Botanic Gardens. Materials included! $19 member; $25 non-member. Call 847-4705223 to register.
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Fallacy of Financial Literacy Month 1/3 of households carry month-to-month credit card debt, neglect to check credit score
takes an incredibly complex and complicated financial services world, and thrusts all April is Financial Literacy responsibility for navigating Month and to mark the occasion, it safely on the customer. It the National Foundation for presumes that the reason we Credit Counseling released a can’t save is that we lack the new survey about our money skills, and doesn’t even deign habits and our feelings about to acknowledge the fact that our financial lives. The survey the cost of health, education found that 41 percent of and housing has skyrocketed as respondents would grade our salaries have stagnated and themselves a “C” or lower when fallen.” it comes to financial know-how; It’s tough to argue against and 61 percent of U.S. adults financial literacy - after all, it don’t have a budget, the highest sounds like a good idea, and if percentage in six years. you argue against it, Olen says A third of households carry that it “sounds like you are month-to-month credit card against apple pie, but the fact is debt; and about two-thirds have that it doesn’t work.” Sure, it’s not checked their credit scores better to have an understanding or reports in of basic financial the last 12 concepts, You probably months. just like it’s a expected me In other good idea to to jump on the words, we understand financial literacy stink at this rudimentary money stuff. health care to bandwagon, but I To help, the actually have some be physically folks at the fit. But here’s problems with the nonprofit the eye-opener: financial literacy M o n e y data indicate Management that financial movement. International literacy simply (MMI) created does not work. a 30-step path to financial Despite millions being spent wellness, which sounds like an on financial education projects, awful lot of work to me, but people are not that much isn’t financial wellness worth wiser about the subject. Olen it? If you are sensing a hint says, “Students who study the of sarcasm, you are spot-on. subject seem to know no more You probably expected me to or less than those who do not.” jump on the financial literacy And plenty of financially savvy bandwagon, but I actually people do dopey things with have some problems with the their money all the time. financial literacy movement. That it doesn’t work should Five years ago, when I left the not be surprising, because Olen financial planning and money notes that much of the financial management business and literacy effort is financed became a financial journalist, by big financial institutions, I had hopes that with a clear, whose motives may be suspect. easy-to-understand message, I Many of these big companies could somehow help inform promote their public education the masses. While that may projects, while at the same be true, my view of financial time, continue to sell murky literacy changed dramatically and complicated products. after I read Helaine Olen’s If you are feeling insecure fantastic book, “Pound Foolish.” about your financial prowess, I was fortunate to interview I urge you to seek guidance Olen last year and thought the only from those advisors occasion of Financial Literacy who adhere to the fiduciary Month would be a perfect time standard, which requires that to check back in with her. advisors put the interests of I asked Olen how she felt clients first. Those financial about financial literacy and professionals with the CFP(r) she quickly responded “it certification from the Certified
NAPFA advisors are fee-only, meaning that they do not accept any commissions, while FPA members include fee-only, fee-based and some who do accept commissions. Perhaps one way to celebrate Financial Literacy Month is to acknowledge that you need help from someone who puts your needs first, can separate emotions from the equation and who can guide you through life’s financial milestones.
By Jill Schlesinger Tribune Content Agency
Financial Planner Board of Standards are fiduciaries, as are CPA Personal Financial Specialists, and members of the National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA).
Both NAPFA (NAPFA.org) and the Financial Planning Association (plannersearch. org) have tools to help you find financial professionals in your area, who are fiduciaries.
(Jill Schlesinger, CFP, is the Emmynominated CBS News Business Analyst. A former options trader and CIO of an investment advisory firm, Jill covers the economy, markets, investing and anything else with a dollar sign on TV, radio (including her nationally syndicated radio show), the web and her blog, “Jill on Money.” She welcomes comments and questions at askjill@moneywatch. com. Check her website at www. jillonmoney.com) (c) 2014 TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC
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