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JUNE 26, 2014

Vol. 58 No. 38

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Library bids farewell to outgoing director, debates replacement Gregory J. Pritz, library’s business manager, declines interim director role

By Alex HerNANdez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

By Alex v. HerNANdez STAFF REPORTER Cinephiles, rejoice, the Pickwick Theater’s classic film series is returning in the fall.

Since September of last year, the Pickwick Theater’s hosted a classic film series featuring films like “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” (1954), “Gunga Din” (1939) and “The Thief of Baghdad” (1924). Since the start of the 2014, the series has mainly focused on the 75th anniversary of films originally released during 1939, a period long considered the epitome of Hollywood’s golden age. Some of those screenings included special guests taking part in a Q&A with the audience ahead of the screenings.

The Bugle recently took some time to talk to Matthew Hoffman, Park Ridge Library’s resident film historian and the film series’ director, about this past season’s screenings and the future of the series. Here are some highlights from that conversation: On Warner Bros. decision to re-release “Gone With The Wind” for the 75th anniversary, barring all other showings until October.

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The Niles library’s interim director, Gregory J. Pritz, says the pay isn’t worth his new job’s responsibilities and wants the board to find a replacement fast.

The news came after the most recent Niles library board meeting, which featured a warm send off for outgoing Library Director Linda Weiss.

“Mrs. Weiss has been fervently committed to motivating staff and providing consistent over the top patron service,” said Library Board President Morgan Dubiel, reading from a c o u r T e s y N i l e s public librAry proclamation honoring D i s T r i c T f l i c k r her years of service A c c o u N T during the board’s June outgoing Library director Linda 18 meeting. weiss She’s been in the director position since 2008, but has been with the library as an employee for over 20 years.As director,Weiss spearheaded the $5 million library renovation project that was completed earlier this year.

“My one granddaughter wrote a story about meeting somebody you should know,” said Weiss, after the board gave her >> see director | pAge 17

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Sex offender arrested at a Niles Travelers Inn for attacking Severe storms knock out power in village pregnant girlfriend Affected residents lost power about 3:30 p.m. on June 18

Alvin L. Fuqua was convicted of criminal sexual assault in 1992, uses alias Charles A. Holzhauser

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Police arrested a registered sex offender from downstate Illinois at a Niles motel on June 8.

Alvin L. Fuqua, 52, allegedly attacked a 22-year old Chicago woman that’s four months pregnant with his child.

The victim called Niles police for assistance, and an officer was dispatched to the Travelers Inn of Niles, 7247 N. Waukegan Ave., around 8:34 p.m.

On the way to the motel, the officer was warned by dispatch that Fuqua may be armed with a knife, said the police report.

Once on the scene, the officer found the victim in the motel’s parking lot, where she said she’d been dating Fuqua for over a year. She said she wanted to break up with him, and that she had gone to his motel room to collect her belongings.

Fuqua allegedly let her into his room, but when she went to pick up the phone to call a friend, he reportedly slammed the phone down and said, “You aren’t calling one of your [racial term removed].”

The victim then claimed Fuqua grabbed her by the arms and began striking the back of her head and stomach with a closed fist, said the report.

However the victim repeatedly refused medical treatment, and the officer wrote in the police report that there weren’t any visible injuries on her at the time.

After taking down her complaint, the officer headed to Room 106 and asked Fuqua to come outside. Once he was out, the officer searched him and handcuffed him before searching the room. No weapons were found.

Fuqua,who reportedly smelled like alcohol and had glassy eyes, mumbled to the officer that he had only just started drinking, that he never hit the victim and that she had stolen his cell phone and tried to hit him, said the report.

The victim said she doesn’t have a cell phone and then opened the purse to let the officer see she didn’t have it.

Fuqua was then taken into custody and driven across the street to the Niles Police Department where he was charged with domestic

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Registered sex offender Alvin L. Fuqua, 52, sometimes uses the alias “Charles A. Holzhauser.”

Fuqua allegedly attacked a 22year old Chicago woman who is four months pregnant with his child on June 8.

violence. While in booking, Fuqua reportedly swore at the arresting officer, said the report.

Fuqua’s listed address is in Herrin, Illinois, and, according to the Illinois State Police sex offender registry, sometimes uses the alias “Charles A. Holzhauser.”

In 1992, he was convicted of criminal sexual assault, with records indicating he was 29 years old when he attacked a 19-year-old victim. Fuqua also has an active sexual predator notice in Florida dating back to at least 2007.

Fuqua’s bond is set at $50,000, and his next court date is June 25 at the Skokie Courthouse.

Niles area.

“We had about 1,400 people out of power,” said Tornabene.

“It ran from Oakton and Cumberland, Greenwood to

By Alex Hernandez Dempster, up across Ballard.” staff reporter He also said the outage ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com impacted a building between @TheAVHernandez Greenwood and Heavy rains led Milwaukee avenues, to a power outage between Ballard Road that impacted the and Dempster Street. northern half of “We did not have any Niles. reports of flooding,” A downed utility said Tornabene. pole near the Village staff worked intersection of Robert Tornabene alongside ComEd to police Cumberland Avenue Niles restore power after Sergeant and Betty Terrace the outages were reported, said a tweet from caused the outage.

Affected residents lost Niles’ official twitter.

Then on June 21, during power about 3:30 p.m. on another wave of heavy storms, June 18. However Niles police roads in Morton Grove were Sgt. Robert Tornabene said closed due to flooding, said that as of 7:20 a.m. on June an alert for Morton Grove 19, ComEd was no longer reporting any outages in the police.

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Police Chief honored by Illinois Crime Commission

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Pictured left to right: Deputy Chief Joseph Penze, Chief of Police Dean Strzelecki and Deputy chief Dennis McEnerney.

The Illinois Crime Commission named Niles Chief of Police Dean H. Strzelecki Cook County Police Chief of the Year. The commission also recognized Niles Mayor Andrew Przybylo as Municipal Leader of the Year.

Both Strzelecki and Przybylo were honored at the 18th Annual Salute to Those Who Make a Difference Award Dinner on June 18 in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois.

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Officials discuss future of Touhy corridor, Leaning Tower Board recently recommended special use permit be issued to Mark Freedman for Wildwood Tavern

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Niles trustees discussed the future of the Niles Leaning Tower and the Touhy Avenue corridor plan at a recent meeting.

Economic Development Coordinator Ross Klicker said the plan for the Touhy Avenue corridor is “nearing completion,” and that he wanted to take it before the property owners in the area before releasing it to the public.

The plan’s goal is to develop the land on Touhy Avenue between Caldwell and Lehigh avenues into an area that will become another economically profitable zone for the village. To this end, the village has already subdivided land near the Costco on Touhy to allow the store to install its gasoline pumps. The village also sold the remaining subdivided land to Aldi Corporation, which plans to open a grocery store on the property.

Moreover, the Niles Plan Commission and Zoning Board recently recommended a special use permit be issued to Mark Freedman for Wildwood Tavern, a full service bar and restaurant to be located at 7201 Caldwell Ave. Once the site of Christopher’s Off the Bone restaurant, the property had been vacant for at least six months until Freedman and his

partners purchased it.

Freedman is the son of famed restaurateur Myron Freedman, who ran Lincolnwood’s awardwinning steakhouse Myron & Phil’s for over 40 years before dying last year at 95 on May 8, the same day a fire broke out in the restaurant’s storeroom.

Mark Freedman’s plans for Wildwood Tavern include burgers, smoked barbecue and stocking the bar with local craft beers.

Klicker also said he was pursuing hotel companies and trying to get a business class hotel to come to the area.

Another aspect of the plan is what to do if The Leaning Tower YMCA’s hotel property ever becomes available. As The Bugle previously reported, the YMCA’s hotel has had ongoing issues with its air conditioning system, water damage and other maintenance issues.

Community Development Director Chuck Ostman said the village has received notifications of items the building needs to bring it up to code.

Trustee Chris Hanusiak asked Mayor Andrew Przybylo about comments he made to the media regarding the village’s interest in the property. Specifically, that the mayor thinks the hotel needs millions of dollars worth of remodeling, that it might be easier for the YMCA to demolish it rather

PHOTOS BY ALEX V. HERNANDEZ/STAFF REPORTER

(LEFT) Niles Leaning Tower. (RIGHT) Once the site of Christopher’s Off the Bone restaurant, the property was purchased by the son of famed restaurateur Myron Freedman, who plans on opening Wildwood Tavern there.

than try to repair it and that the village would like to purchase the property to improve the area.

“I think that’s misquoted,” said a visibly agitated Przybylo.“A typo even. I just don’t know.”

Regardless, Klicker said officials had to face the reality that a developer or property owner will probably ask the village for assistance to make the Touhy Avenue corridor plan a reality.

He suggested this assistance could come in the form of a special

added sales tax for the area,like the special 0.25 percent sales tax that Golf Mill Mall requested in 2012 that the village board voted against.

Other options he suggested were a special service area property tax to benefit the area and a Tax Increment Financing plan for the corridor. However he stressed to the board these were all very early, preliminary options.

One advantage Klicker said the village had over its competitors to attract businesses and investors

was the Niles Leaning Tower.

“It is something that gains us recognition. It gains us notoriety, and it can be very important,” said Klicker.

A report village officials commissioned last year estimated that it could cost $600,000 to completely restore the tower.

This year, the village has already put aside about $250,000 to stop concrete from falling off the tower in its most recent budget.

Village Manager Steve Vinezeano said the current lease between Niles and the YMCA requires the village to maintain the tower for however long it’s leased.

“I love the leaning tower,” said Trustee George Alpogianis.

He told the board he had fond memories of going up to the top of it when he was younger, and said he would love be able to go up there again. However because of the numbers being “thrown around” he asked what it would cost the village to tear it down.

Klicker said that according to the current lease, the village isn’t allowed to make any major alterations to the property.

“We shouldn’t be investing money unless we know if we’re going to buy it,” said Trustee Rosemary Palicki.

She asked Klicker about the >> see tower | page 8

News state news

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Niles FEMA continues to monitor severe weather Summit program takes a nostalgic across the Midwest look at Chicago baseball July 17

FEMA Region V in close contact with state emergency management officials As heavy rains, storms and flooding continue to impact several states throughout the Midwest, the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s Region V office continues to monitor the situation and urges all residents to remain vigilant especially for potential power outages, rising flood waters and dangerous road conditions from severe weather.

FEMA Region V has maintained close contact with state emergency management officials, and continues to work with federal partners, including the National Weather Service, to monitor the severe weather moving through the Midwest.The National Weather Service forecasts another line of thunderstorms to develop over western parts of Minnesota today that will move eastward into western Wisconsin.The threat will be heavy rain, damaging wind, large hail and flash flooding.

When natural disasters, such as severe storms and flooding occur, the first responders are local emergency and public works personnel, volunteers, humanitarian organizations and the private sector who provide emergency assistance that may be needed to protect the public’s health and safety and to meet immediate needs.

FEMA encourages those in the areas affected or potentially affected by these storm systems to monitor local radio or TV stations for updated emergency information, and to follow the instructions of state, tribal and local officials.

Residents whose homes are impacted by wind or flood damage should: Document damages and keep track of expenses incurred; Contact their insurance company to report damage/file a claim; If flooding has occurred and it is safe to do so, take action to limit the damage to personal items such as remove them from the basement or raise them off the floor. If you haven’t already, now is the time to get prepared for severe weather.

Visit www.ready.gov or listo.gov to learn more about how to be better prepared.

FEMA’s mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards. Follow FEMA online at twitter.com/femaregion5, www.facebook.com/fema, and www.youtube.com/fema. Also, follow Administrator Craig Fugate’s activities at twitter.com/ craigatfema.The social media links provided are for reference only.

FEMA does not endorse any nongovernment websites, companies or applications.

There is no charge the program If you like baseball, then be sure to mark your calendar for Calling All Chicago Baseball Fans presented by Larry Bergnach on July 17 at 1:30 p.m. at The Summit of Uptown, 10 N. Summit, Park Ridge.

There is no charge the program, but reservations are required by Monday, July 14, by calling 847-825-1161, ext. 129.

Who could forget coming home from school and listening

to Bert Wilson or Bob Elson on the radio? What about watching Jack Brickhouse on television or Harry Caray announcing the play-by-play? Bergnach will recall playing days of Luke Appling, Hack Wilson, Minnie Minoso, Ted Lyons, Nellie Fox and many more unforgettable Chicago baseball legends. He will also tell stories of old Comiskey Park and hallowed Wrigley Field and lead a chorus of spirited baseball songs.

Bergnach’s nostalgic look at baseball—where even diehard fans may learn something new

about their favorite team—is just one of the variety of programs and activities presented by The Summit of Uptown. Guests are encouraged to arrive early or stay late for tours of the newly renovated retirement community.

Parking is always available in the City’s central parking lot and the Uptown lot across the street.

For a list of other entertaining events at The Summit of Uptown which has been providing quality services to seniors for more than 30 years, visit www. summitofuptown.com.

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Police Blotter

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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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Nikolay S. Terziev, 42, of the 3800 block of Jarvis, Skokie, was arrested June 13 in the 9000 block of Milwaukee for battery.

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Mathew J.Tyndall, 44, of the 7500 block of Oakton,Niles, was arrested June 13 in the 900 block of Civic Center for retail theft, battery and possession of fictitious I.D.

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Christopher J. Uhrik, 20, of the 480 block of Elm St, Skokie was arrested June 15 in the 9600 block of Milwaukee for DUI.

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Lisa Mergens, 47, of the 8100 block of Oak Lane, Niles, was arrested June 9 at the intersection of Greenwood and Carol for no valid driver’s license, unlawful use of a cell phone and failure to wear a seatbelt.

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Michal A. Zoladz, 20, of the 3300 block of N. Odell, Chicago, was arrested June 10 at the intersection of Higgins and Dee for suspended driver’s license and use of electronic device.

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Mark A.Uriostegui,18,of the 2700 block of N. McVicker, Chicago, was arrested June 12 in the 200 block of S. Cumberland for zero tolerance.

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Luis F. Avila, 19, of the 2700 block of N. McVicker, Chicago, was arrested June 12 in the 200 block of S. Cumberland for zero tolerance.

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Donnell S. Bright, 35, of the 4400 block of N. Major Ave, Chicago, was arrested June 12 at the intersection of Dee and Higgins for DUI, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and no insurance.

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Carl Bongiovanni, 21, of the 400 block of Park Lane, Park Ridge, was arrested June 13 in the 200 block of South Vine for battery.

William F. Doherty, 18, of the 4300 block of N Oketo, Norridge, was arrested June 16 at the intersection of Cumberland and Rosemont for possession of cannabis.

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Teresa Rufo, 30, of the 5500 block of Mango, Chicago, was arrested June 19 in the 200 block of South Vine for obtaining a controlled substance by misrepresentation, fraud and forgery.

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Northwest Highway, Park Ridge, was arrested June 16 in the 1100 block of North Northwest Highway after being stopped and found to be wanted on a Louisiana Warrant.

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Lance Farb, 23, of Northbrook was arrested June 15 at the intersection of Menard and Lincoln for DUI.

Dianna Rodriguez, 29, of Plainfield was arrested June 14 at the intersection of Dempster and Harlem for DUI.

Omar Trevizo, 31, of the 5900 block of Crain was arrested June 17 for driving without a valid driver’s license.

Jason McGee, 41, of Niles was arrested June 12 in the 6100 block of Capulina after turning himself in for a DUI warrant out of the Cook County Sheriff’s Office.

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Jose Romero, 44, of Chicago was arrested June 18 in the 5800 block of Dempster for driving without a valid driver’s license.

Roger Terry, 49, of Northbrook was arrested June 17 in the 6100 block of Capulina after turning himself in for a theft warrant out of the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office.

Zumba,35,of Chicago 14 Nancy was arrested June 17 at the intersection of Waukegan and Emerson for driving without a valid diver’s license.

Moctezuma, 20, of 18 Erik Chicago was arrested June 11 at the intersection of Oakton and River for possession of a controlled substance (Adderall).

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Gangerel Wvsancheultem, 49, of Morton Grove was arrested June 6 in the 8600 block of Ferris for DUI.

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Juan Duchitanga, 29, of Chicago was arrested June 15 in the 6100 block of Dempster for driving without a valid driver’s license.

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Is the village of niles racist?

I believe it was what really motivates the people of Niles: middle-class values

The latest census They moved through figures indicate that the the store as a single population of blacks in unit, and you could Niles is just under ½ a tell that everyone was percent. Let me share a apprehensive. recent experience, and What surprised me is perhaps it will get you that it was the first time thinking as well: ever that I’d seen this anotHer perspectiVe At my local grocery morgAN Dubiel at my regular grocery store, I was startled to store. My work is in see four black youths dressed in Chicago’s South and West sides. typical gangbanger fashion.

I get exposed to a lot of rough

characters and potentially bad situations.

It was strange and uncomfortable to feel uneasy so close to home.

As it turned out, the young man with the rhinestone encrusted belt was also asking for a job.

His friends waited quietly for him, eating their purchase of chips and goodies.

The situation stuck in my mind.

I wanted to understand what happened. >> see racist | pAge 17

letters to tHe editor

Give credit where it is due To Mayor DiMaria, A recent Morton Grove Newsletter stated that all “your” hard work brought McGraff Audi to our village. I believe this was the result of work of the previous administration.

However, your administration has brought two businesses to my neighborhood that are less

than welcome: a loan shark, Title Max, at 6126 W. Dempster (see complaintsboard.com and ripoffreport.com), and a bar at 5707 Dempster.

All of this is demeaning to us as home owners and citizens, and does not assure us that Morton Grove is a “Best Place to Raise Children.” Four establishments in Morton Grove currently have

licenses for gambling. Do we need two more at 7152 Dempster and 7921 Washington Avenue? These licenses are being considered.

How seedy do you want our village to become?

Please leave Morton Grove a better place when you leave office.

Elinore Davis Morton Grove

Niles and the Infernal Tower No one can ever say that there is a dull day in Niles.

It seems that our town goes from one crisis to another, some foisted by outside influences and some by questionable judgment calls.

In the last few weeks our public meetings of various village boards and commissions have been overshadowed by rumors about the decaying Leaning Tower on Touhy Avenue, a privately owned entity which for an odd reason was rented under contract in 1995 by the Blasé administration.

Under the terms of the contract, and for a mere dollar-per-year,Niles proudly acquired the obligation to spend millions repairing, maintaining and protecting this private property.

And yes, taxing the residents to care for private property.

Nile sites are still scratching their heads wondering why tax dollars were spent (to date over

$1.2 million) for the dubious distinction of the so-called “icon.”

When the contract was signed there were all kinds of puffed up opinions about how countless numbers of tour busses would be clogging Touhy Avenue giving a privileged view to spellbound tourists.

Well, the tourists never materialized and our tax money dematerialized. Such are the plans of politicians. Fast forward nineteen years and we see the Tower languishing in desuetude, fenced off from the adoring public with special fountains that don’t work, a veritable Eden gone blighted.And here come the politicians again.

Now the village administration wants to spend upwards of $600,000 of our money to renovate once again a piece of private property. Mr. Przybylo stated that with the $600,000

expenditure “you might get back $5 million.”

Might, the scariest word in politician’s vocabulary.

Perhaps after only four or five hundred years. How our mayor arrived at these figures is at this point only known to him and God. We perhaps can expect to see a juggernaut of village employees giving all kinds of opinions on what a boon the Tower will be to Niles.

Twenty years ago there was public talk about having a souvenir shop at the tower, but that never happened. It was all bunk.When I asked specific questions at a recent board meeting, I was silenced with a petulant presidential wave of the hand. How dare I ask what is being planned.

It was a bad deal from the start and it’s an even worse deal now.

Niles Trustee Chris Hanusiak

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>> tower from page 4 possibility of the village purchasing tower and the land it’s on.

“There is very early preliminary discussions about the village obtaining the land,” said Klicker, adding that the village was still exploring its options.

In 1932, industrialist Robert Ilg built a recreational park for employees of his company, The Ilg Hot Air Electric Ventilating Company of Chicago.

The tower Ilg commissioned is a half size replica of the Leaning Tower of Pisa and houses the water tank for the twin swimming pools and cabanas he had built at 6300 W Touhy Ave. By 1964 the YMCA of Chicago was given the land by Ilg’s heirs.

The terms of the agreement requires the YMCA to make regular repairs on the tower and to keep it in place at least through 2059, otherwise the land reverts to the Ilg family.

Over time however, the upkeep of the tower proved too much for the YMCA. By 1996, the YMCA agreed to lease the tower to Niles for $1 per year if the village took responsibility for the tower’s maintenance. By 1997, the village

had spent $1.2 million to fully restore the tower and grounds.

“How much is it going to cost us every year to repair it,” asked Hanusiak. “This is taxpayer money [being spent] on private property.”

He said the village had to take into account not just the amount of money needed to restore the tower, but the money the village will spend through 2059 if the lease with the YMCA isn’t broken.

Przybylo said the village was attempting to be very frugal, and said he didn’t want to raise taxes to cover the ongoing cost of maintaining the tower. However, he insisted the benefit that a restored tower would have on the Touhy Avenue corridor plans would far outweigh the cost.

“The fact is, if you spend $600,000 on the tower you might get back $5 million,” said Przybylo.

Hanusiak was skeptical about that kind of return on investment and said he wanted to know more about the Touhy Avenue corridor plan the mayor was so confident about. Przybylo responded that he and village staff couldn’t discuss the plans at the public meeting because “well laid plans” had not been finalized yet.

News Morton Grove

New Xfinity store opens in village New location is only one of two Xfinity stores in the Chicagoland area Comcast celebrated the opening of its second Xfinity retail store in Morton Grove on June 20.

The new location is only one of two Xfinity stores in the Chicagoland area.

Located at 7929 W. Golf Road in the Washington Commons shopping center, the store is designed to give visitors real life, hands-on demonstrations of Xfinity’s wide range of products and services.

The store also will feature iPads and other devices visitors can use to test Xfinity’s mobile apps. Mayor Dan DiMaria, along with several Village Board of Trustees were in attendance for the ribbon cutting ceremony.

Mayor Dan DiMaria spoke, thanking Xfinity for choosing

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A ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Xfinity store was held on June 20.

Morton Grove and providing the Village with a new retail environment as well as new job opportunities.

Representatives from Comcast and Xfinity were also present and shared their enthusiasm for the grand opening. John Crowley –

Regional Senior Vice President, David Williams – Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Matthew Summy – Vice President of External and Regulatory Affairs were amongst the representatives from Comcast and Xfinity.

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Lehman birdies 18 to win Encompass title

By Scott Taylor sports editor

staylor@enterprisepublications.com @Taylor_Sports

In the second Encompass Championship, fans were again treated to a great finish at North Shore Country Club in Glenview.

The leader heading into the final round, Tom Lehman, made a 15-foot birdie putt on the final hole to finish 15-under par and defeat Michael Allen and Kirk Triplett by a stroke.

“It wasn’t my very best performance today, but it was good enough,” Lehman said.

Lehman, who held a threeshot lead entering the final round Sunday, pared his first 11 holes on the day before a birdie on the 12th. However, that was followed with back-toback birdies and Triplett found himself in sole possession of the lead.

Lehman rebounded with back-to-back birdies on 15 and 16 and had a par on the 17th before the dramatic birdie.

Triplett birdied the 16th to remain tied for the lead with Lehman but could only manage a par the final tow holes.

Allen birdied three of his final four holes, including a tapin on the 18th, but a bogey on the 13th hole proved costly.

The win was the first for Lehman since 2012 on the Champions Tour.

“I love the area, love the people,” Lehman said. “I’m a Midwestern guy. It’s like being home.”

The round of the tournament was also shot Sunday as Russ Cochran shot a course-record 64 as he vaulted up 34 spots to finish in a tie for sixth at 10-under par.

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Encompass the only

professional golf the Chicago area will see this year. A longtime host of the Western Open/BMW Championship, host of multiple majors and the 2012 Ryder Cup, Chicago was shut out on the PGA Tour this year.

“It is surprising,” Chicago resident Jeff Sluman said of being the lone tournament in Chicago. “I mean, I understand scheduling and that with the BMW Championship, they like to have it on a rotation basis.

The women were always here (and now) they’re gone. So this year we’re the only show in town and hopefully we give them a good show.”

The PGA Tour will return next year, as the BMW Championship will be back in Lake Forest for the second time at Conway Farms.

SCHWAB LEADERS MISSING Adding a bit of salt in the wounds for area golf fans was that three of the top six leaders in the Charles Schwab Cup standings heading into the event did not compete in the Encompass Championship.

Jay Hass (2nd), Fred Couples (5th) and Tom Watson (6th) all took the week off of the Champions Tour.

GREAT REVIEWS Despite the rough winter, North Shore Country Club was in great shape again, even after torrential rain Saturday afternoon, causing the second round to finish Sunday morning.

“I think the condition of the golf course is very good,” Schwab Cup leader Bernhard Langer said. “It’s a wonderful event. The golf course is great.

I think everybody loves it.

It’s in phenomenal condition, really good. I think everybody’s

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Tom Lehman won the Encompass Championship Sunday.

excited to be back here. It’s a wonderful venue. It’s a great city, Chicago, to be playing golf. A lot of support from the community and a lot of spectators generally, they just love the game of golf. It’s wonderful for us to be here.”

“It’s a beautiful golf course here at North Shore,” Sluman added. “Every player loves playing it.”

LANGER STREAK SNAPPED Bernhard Langer, leader of

the Schwab Cup points race, failed to finish in the top 10 for the first time in 20 events on the Champions Tour, 21 events overall.

Langer even finished in the top 10 at this year’s Masters in April.

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Richardson named to all-area squad

By Scott Taylor sports editor

staylor@enterprisepublications.com @Taylor_Sports

A year ago, Downers Grove North’s Dale Ryndak suffered serious injuries and missed much of the season.

Many were unsure of what to expect from Ryndak this year, including Ryndak herself.

All she did was go 22-2 on the mound with a .52 ERA and 219 strikeouts.At the plate she batted .446 with 15 doubles, 10 homers and 41 RBI. For all her accomplishments, Ryndak joins her sister Kendall as the Voyager Media Softball Player of the Year. Kendall accomplished the feat in 2011.

“Just one award is amazing,” Dale said. “Any award in general is an honor. I’m so thankful to be nominated for any award and winning them is just the cherry

on top.”

“Dale is probably the best allaround player in the state,” Downers N o r t h coach Eric Landschoot said. “Both her pitching and offensive statistics are staggering.

As a team captain, she has leads by example off the field.She often times dominates competitive teams both on the mound and at the plate.”

Ryndak had many accomplishments this season, including being named the Gatorade Player of the Year.

And to think, none of it nearly happened.

“This time last year I didn’t think I was going to be able to throw as hard or run as fast or be as good as I am now,” Ryndak

said. “I thought it was over for a while. My dad told me it can be a pity party or go out and try to do it again. I started throwing with my Godfather, uncle Mike (Johnson) who is one of our coaches. He really helped me get through this. If it wasn’t for him I wouldn’t be doing all this. He really pushed me.”

Ryndak suffered a torn medial meniscus, fractured femur and torn ACL last year, but was able to battle back to have the most impressive performance in the area and perhaps state.

“They said it would take about a year to get back,” Ryndak said.

“That was really hard to take. I couldn’t blame it on anybody. It was a noncontact injury. I don’t think I would be the player I am without the injury. I’m so grateful now to be playing this sport.”

In the end, Ryndak was awarded for her hard work with her impressive totals on the

field.

“I never thought I would have had those kinds of stats,”

Ryndak said.“I think with all the >> see ALL-AREA | page 15

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Treetops resort

Man vs. Golf

Challenge is 63 holes in a day When I got an email about a “Man vs. Golf” challenge, I was intrigued to say the least. While I have caddied 36 holes in a day before, I had never played more than 18.

This “Man vs.

Golf” challenge was 63 holes. taylor’s take Yet, when I by scott taylor saw the courses you would play in the 63 holes, I thought a sixhour trip to Michigan would be well worth a review. And, it was well worth the trip. So, Mark Gregory and I challenged ourselves to play the 63 holes at Treetops Resort in Gaylord, MI. The cost to play the challenge starts at $149, which is an absolute steal, since one of the courses itself can cost over $100 and the other courses range from $40-100. That doesn’t even include the cart. So, you can imagine what kind of deal this is to push yourself to the brink.You can also add a hotel package for $89 a night.

When we arrived the night before, we decided to check out the clubhouse, which is home to all four courses we were playing. There is a fifth course, the Masterpiece, which is located a few miles away by the hotels.

It is not part of the 63 holes.

The other 18-hole courses, the Premier, Signature and Tradition, are all rated 4.5 stars by Golf Digest. Then there is the par-3 course, the Threetops, which was home to the ESPN Par-3 Shootout and is ranked as the top par-3 course in the country by multiple publications.

Going to the clubhouse was a good idea as we were able to figure out a plan for the following day, which started at 6:50 a.m. on the Premier course.The two staff members were both friendly (as they all were throughout the trip) and they showed us the plaque our names would go on if we accomplished the feat. We were also told that only four people have accomplished the feat prior to us.

The next morning we got there early to get a head start on the day and it was a good thing we did, as the only negative of the day happened right away. There was an outing on the course we were playing first, so we had to be off the course by 9 a.m. That gave us two hours, 10 minutes to play 18 holes! After playing much of the front nine individually, we played the rest of the holes as alternate shot, not teeing off on a few holes so we could play all the holes, which we did. I’m glad we did because that was my favorite

Man vs. Golf

quick tip: Try to take as Location: Gaylord, Michigan best feature: Playing 63 holes in a little break as possible in between day lets you play four different courses rounds. in just one day for half the price it would cost for each course separately.

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The Treetops Resort offers 81 holes, including a Man vs. Golf Challenge to play 63 in a day.

course.

After completing the Premier, we were able to get out early for the Tradition course, giving us more time for our next tee time.

The starter was kind and had us go off on the back nine so there would be nobody in front of us.

This worked out perfectly as we cruised through the back nine in 1:40. After a few holes on the front nine, the foursome in front of us let us pass them and we went the final six holes with no one else in our way, so we got done early again.

The next was the beautiful par-3 course that offered a 140foot drop on one hole and an 80-foot drop on another, which was the hole Lee Trevino aced

in competition. Once again, a foursome let us pass them after the second hole and we cruised through the course in less than 1:30.

We were able to start our final 18 holes on the Signature course at 3:20. After cruising through the first few holes, we ran into an outing for the rest of the course, but we still made pretty good time. It was amazing how much we were able to play with no one in front of us the whole day.

Our final putts dropped around 7:10 p.m., which concluded around a 12.5 hour day on the golf course.And, we had a couple of hours of light still left as Gaylord is on the far western end of the Eastern time zone. At the

time, I could have played another nine holes with the adrenaline I had. However, the next couple of days, I was quite tired and a little bit sore.

Despite the soreness, it was well worth it. It is one of those experiences as a golf fan you need to do once in your life. Heck, I would go back and do it again if I had the chance. It was that much fun. For a six-hour drive, I would recommend not only playing the 63-hole challenge, I would encourage playing the other course the previous day. I wouldn’t play it the following day as you will likely be pretty sore.

•Next week I will go into further detail about each of the four courses.

Sports >> ALL-AREA, FROM PAGE 13 work I put in in the offseason, it shows.”

Now Ryndak will look to dominate her opponents at the highest level of softball, in perhaps the toughest conference, the PAC 12 as she will be attending Arizona State University.

“When I signed my NLI, I couldn’t believe I had those colors on,” Ryndak stated. “Every girl wants to play softball at a PAC 12 school. It is insane. I went down there for my official visit and I knew it was going to be my home.”

The rest of the members of the Voyager Media All-Area team are:

STEPHANIE ABELLO The senior catcher from Benet batted .481 with nine doubles, 22 homers and 63 RBI. She is signed with the University of Illinois.

“She is the most feared hitter in the area,” Benet coach Jerry Schilf said. “Batavia intentionally walked her with the bases loaded.”

JENNIFER AMES Joliet West junior second baseman hit .364 with 29 RBI, 38 runs, 18 stolen bases, five home runs and 12 doubles from the lead-off spot.

“She sets the tone for our offense every game,” said Joliet West coach Heather Suca.“She has led off two games with a home run.

In addition to her power she is fast and aggressive on the bases.

I have never seen a player able to manufacture as many runs as she does off of pure base running. She knows how to take advantage of any little mistake a defense makes.”

JESSICA ANDREE Downers Grove South’s three-year allconference selection, batted .423 with 14 doubles, seven homers, 38 RBI and

scored 42 runs.

“She is an outstanding leader and competitor,” Downers South coach Ron Havelka said.“She will attend Belmont University on an athletic scholarship.”

MARIA CONNELL A freshman catcher from Plainfield Central, C o n n e l l batted .374 with 14 doubles, five homers and 32 RBI. “Maria rarely hits singles, she hits the ball hard for doubles,” Plainfield Central coach Anne Campbell said.“Behind the plate, she has done an outstanding job, keeping our pitchers on target.

She rarely has a passed ball. She plays the game very naturally.”

CAITLYN DALY The senior center fielder batted .383 with 9 doubles, 3 triples, seven homers and 34 RBI for Downers South.

“She has a great and accurate throwing arm,” Havelka said.

“She will attend Illinois State University on an athletic scholarship.”

SARAH DEMASI Batted .440 with 13 doubles, four home runs and 32 RBI for Lockport.

KELSEY GOCKMAN A senior utility player, Gockman batted .416 with 10 doubles, five homers and 18 RBI for Downers North.

“Kelsey’s ability to come up with big hits on offense and big plays on defense kept us in several games,” Landschoot said.

“Kelsey’s calm demeanor and humble attitude (team captain) have allowed her to lead by example. Kelsey’s offensive statistics are great for someone who has been our leadoff hitter for the majority of the season.”

JORDAN HARBACEK The junior pitcher had a 2.76 ERA and 171 strikeouts on the

season. She batted .405 with eight doubles and 17 RBI. “She helped us get to the regional championship g a m e , ” Plainfield South coach Leah Carter said.

“We won our last nine games that she pitched. She helped us earn fourth place in SPC. She has great stats has been on varsity for three years.”

CAROLINE HEDGCOCK Downers Grove South’s sophomore pitcher led Mustangs to sectional final, finishing with a 17-3 record, a 1.56 ERA and 133 strikeouts. At the plate she hit .391 with nine doubles and 22 RBI. “She is one of the area’s best pitchers and a great competitor,” Havelka said.

HANNAH KALNICKY Kalnicky, a freshman shortstop, led Plainfield East with a .456 average, while adding 17 runs, 16 RBI and eight doubles.

“She was one of our top two defensive players,” Plainfield East coach Chris Morris said.“She has great instincts for the game and is a great hitter.”

MEGAN LOTARSKI Junior pitcher paced Bolingbrook with 131 innings pitched, a 1.9 ERA and a 12-9 record with a schoolrecord 210 strikeouts.

At the plate, she posted a .327 batting average and .406 on base percentage. She will pitch for Western Illinoi University in college.

“Megan is one of the top pitchers SWSC Blue,” said Bolingbrook coach Jean RyanMoak. “She is stone faced on the mound and is a work horse.”

ZAHRYA MCFARLAND The junior burst onto the scene for Downers South, posting a .500 batting average with 11 doubles, four triples, four home runs and 37 RBI.

THE BUGLE JUNE 26, 2014 “She has come up with big hits in crucial situations all season,” Havelka said.

SKYE OSBORNE Romeoville sophomore batted .446 with 14 doubles and 23 runs scored. She was 7-11 with 89 strikeouts in the circle.

“She is an allaround great athlete,” said Romeoville c o a c h Christina Douglas.

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MEGHAN QUIRK Senior pitcher and outfielder for Minooka, she batted .300 with a pair of homers, 16 runs scored and 11 RBI. Pitching she was 10-5 with a 1.96 ERA, with 64 strikeouts.

Opponents hit .225 against her.

“Meghan pitched in every big game for us and shut down very good offensive teams,” said Minooka coach Mark Brown. “Meghan is a natural leader and a very tough pitcher to hit against.”

COURTNEY RICHARDSON MARISSA PANKO The Benet shortstop hit .504 with 12 doubles, five triples, 10 homers and 45 RBI. She also scored 51 runs.

“She is the best allaround player in the area,” Schilf said.

“She has speed, glove, hit for average and hit for power.”

KELLY PATTISON Hit .430 for Lockport with eight doubles, seven homers, 20 RBI and 36 runs.

MARIA PRETE Westmont coach Jason Bolden set a goal for his senior shortstop prior to the 2014 season: to steal 50 bases. Prete ended up short of that goal, but not by much; she finished with a schoolrecord 43, and likely would have piled up more if not for a week of games that were rained out. In addition to leading the Sentinels in stolen bases, Prete—chosen to play in the Super 60 All-Star Game—was the team leader in batting average (.528), slugging percentage (.813) and on-base percentage (.618).

“She was our go-to person and came through with some big hits,” Bolden said. “She really stepped up her game this year.”

Maine South coach Emmy Paiser and Hawks baseball coach Bill Milano agree that Richardson— whose older brother, Kyle, is a mainstay in the outfield on Notre D a m e ’ s baseball team—might very well have the best swing at Maine South.

The junior center fielder, who has verbally committed to Illinois, had five homers, 29 RBIs, a .449 batting average, an .804 slugging percentage and a .516 on-base percentage.

“I don’t know if I’ve coached anyone who has more understanding of the game,” Paiser said. “She covers a tremendous amount of ground.”

JESSICA RIO The junior outfielder was the lone returning player for Plainfield East. She batted .403 with 10 stolen bases, three triples and 20 runs scored.

“She is one of our captains,” Morris said. “She is our centerfielder and one of our top two defensive players. She is our leadoff hitter and is our spark plug. She is committed to play softball at Northern Illinois University.”

ALYSIA RODRIGUEZ Junior shortstop from Joliet West batted .387 with 16 doubles and 27 RBI. “Alysia hits the ball hard every time she is up,” Suca said. “She is hitting .500 in the SWSC which >> see ALL-AREA | page 16

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MiCHAelA sCHlAttMAN JUliANNe rUrKA Benet’s third baseman batted .484 with 20 doubles, nine

The junior shortstop led Plainfield Central with a .457 average. She added 12 doubles, four triples, four homers, 26 RBI and scored 48 runs.

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leading hitter all season,” Plainfield C e n t r a l coach Anne Campbell said.“She does so much for us in the leadoff spot. She can hit for power, and when she singles, her base stealing success puts her in scoring position. She has also been the team leader on the field, even when she makes an error she puts it behind and refocuses her team.”

KristeN sKAlA The junior p i t c h e r helped lift the Sentinels to an appearance in the Class 2A supersectionals by going 1610 with a 1.78 ERA and 243 strikeouts.

The three-time all-I-8 pick also got the job done with a bat in her hands as she hit .378, drove in 35 runs and had an on-base percentage of .485.

“She’s been the go-to person in the circle,” said Bolden. “It’s nice to know that you’re going to have your pitcher coming back next year.”

sUMMer stitt Lisle’s top pitcher had a strong season at the plate, batting .481 with 11 doubles,three

triples, two homers and 29 RBI. She was a four-year starter for the Lions and completed her second season as the ace of the staff.

tiMi tooley Tooley, a senior from Plainfield Central, hit .346 with 10 doubles, two triples, two homers and 28 RBI for the three-time regional champs.

“Timi is one of the best outfielders in the area,” Campbell said. “She has great range in centerfield. She has hit consistently for us all season.”

Joy treAsUre J o l i e t West senior pitcher and first baseman paced a torrid Tiger offense with a .508 average, six home runs, 35 RBI, 16 doubles and three triples. She went 13-4 on the rubber with a 2.22 ERA. “Joy has been a leader on the field for us whether she is on the mound or playing first base,” said Suca. “She has been consistent at the plate all season which shows in only having 5’k in 113 PA. She has come up with some big hits in big games for us. On the mound she has been able to keep teams off balance.”

GABBy voUlGAris Hit .390 with 10 doubles for Lockport and a team-best 10 home runs and 35 RBI with 32 runs scored. to pace the regional champs.

Ali woitoviCH Downers North’s cleanup hitter batted .349 with nine doubles and 41 RBI. “ A l i ’ s ability to drive in runs this season has allowed us to break open many games,” Landschoot said. “Ali has great success with runners on base and in scoring position. Ali has been a consistent player for us all season hitting in the middle of our lineup. Ali leads our team in RBI. Her power/average numbers are impressive.”

eMily yorK A first baseman for Benet, York batted .504 with nine doubles, 11 homers, 45 RBI and scored 51 times.

“She doesn’t get the attention the others do but she quietly goes about her business while leading the team in hitting,” Schilf said.

Mark Gregory and Mike Sandrolini contributed

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Food safety will make it a fun, full summer CDC estimates each year 48 million people become ill from foodborne diseases Summer is a great time for outdoor parties. But if you’re not careful, you could send your guests – and yourself – home with intestinal distress … or worse. Food-borne illnesses are a threat all year-round, but the heat of the summer can increase the risks if food isn’t prepared and/or put out property.

As an example, thousands of people fire up their grills, stoke up the coals and break out the steaks for the start of barbecuing season.

“Although most of the time you’ll be

>> director, from page 1 a round of applause.“She wrote about me, and what I’m doing, how my life is changing…how I’ll have more time to see her.”

The congratulatory atmosphere evaporated once the board was done with its farewells and moved on to the business of who would replace Weiss.

Specifically, when Library Vice President Karen Dimond asked when the board was going to begin the search for a new, permanent library director.

“Dubiel immediately steamrolled over her question and proceeded on to the next order of business,” said Library Trustee Barbara Nakanishi.

At an earlier meeting, Dubiel pushed for Pritz, the library’s business manager, to become the library’s interim director once the outgoing Weiss retires.

Pritz’s interim appointment was approved at a special trustee meeting on April 24.

At that meeting, Nakanishi said she was surprised current Assistant Directors Barbara Kruser and Susan Lempke were not considered for the interim role.

thinking about the delicious food that’s on the menu, keeping your family and friends safe and healthy should also be on your radar,” said Mekenzie L. Riley, a University of Illinois Extension nutrition and wellness educator.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that each year one in six Americans (or 48 million people) becomes ill, 128,000 are hospitalized, and 3,000 persons die of foodborne

diseases, Riley said.

“Don’t let foodborne pathogens ruin your cookout,” she said. “You can avoid those uninvited guests by safely packing, preparing, and storing your picnic foods.”

If your church, business, club, or community organization sponsors a fundraiser where food is served – whether it is popcorn or a pig roast -- the Will County Health Department’s Division of Environmental Health is a great educational source to ensure food safety. “We don’t want to just tell people how to do things, we want to tell them why they should be done that way,” said Elizabeth Bilotta, Director of Environmental Health for the Will County Health Department.

Combined, the two women which the board approved back have over 30 years working in March. at the library. And Kruser and Because of this Pritz turned Lempke were both moved down the board’s offer in a June completely over to their current 20 email to the board obtained assistant director positions in by The Bugle. In it he said the May of 2012, said an email from board’s stipend for becoming Lempke. Moreover, both women the interim director was have a background in library insufficient for the increased and information sciences. level of responsibilities of his In contrast,Pritz’s background new role combined with the is in finance and accounting, responsibilities he already has and he’s been with the library as business manager. for 11 months.

“I am happy to help the board The June 18 meeting also transition leadership of the had the board discuss a Library to a new director out tentative budget of $8,928,595 of a sense of duty,” said Pritz. He appropriated from village taxes added, however, that he wanted for the 2015 fiscal year and an the board to quickly identify executive session where Pritz’s and hire a new director and not new compensation package take “unfair advantage” of his was approved. “willingness to serve.”

Pritz told The Bugle that “The complete offer made by during that executive session the Board of Trustees contains the board approved a $1,500 no incentive for them to act,” stipend on top of his $92,500 said Pritz.“Rather, the complete annual salary. offer contains a flat $1,500 per In contrast, Weiss’s annual month stipend which essentially base salary as director upon saves the Library a little over her retirement was $113,923, $10,167 per month.” and her total compensation package was worth $140,442.

Upon Weiss’ retirement on June >> to see the full version of this story, check out 30, she’ll also be the first library buglenewspapers.com employee to benefit from the retirement incentive program,

>> racist, from page 7 Like God always does, he taught me a lesson shortly afterward.

Later on, driving south on Waukegan, a group of blacks sped by me crossing the street just in front of my car. No, it wasn’t gangbangers.

Instead, it was a father, a mother and their daughter crossing on bicycles and going for a family ride.They wore bike helmets, and the dad watched behind him to make certain his wife and child made it across safely.

As he scanned the street for potential danger, our eyes met for a second. He was a father just like me, taking his duty to the next level, using love and strength to guide his family out of harm’s way and likely not just when crossing streets.

Norman Rockwell could have painted this same scene. What was different here?

I believe it was what really motivates the people of Niles: middle-class values.

We know either by direct or observed experience that intact families make good neighbors.

They tend to have a lot in common like concern for each other and others.

They nearly universally believe in God or some higher moral authority than themselves.

They value education and achievement, stability in personal relationships, including and especially in marriage.

They believe in the virtues of work and social harmony and have a great respect for individualism and independence.

What that dad and I had in common is all of the above, our physical differences being so minor as to amount to nothing at all.

Neither of us would allow our son to go to a job interview dressed like a hip-hop artist. We live in an age where the “elites” tell us that “it’s all good,” and that everything can be “equal.” But that isn’t true, not in real life.

What those four young men stood for is a loss of middleclass values and the strength and stability that naturally flow from high standards.

If we really want to improve lives, then we have to stop pretending that any old lifestyle choice is good.

Some work and others ruin.

That’s the facts. Is Niles Racist? I don’t think so.

What do you think?

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Voyager Media captures Illinois Press Association Awards More than 100 Illinois newspapers honored at convention, competing in 36 editorial categories The Illinois Press Association named the Best of the Press during the annual Illinois Press Association’s Convention in Springfield June 13 with Voyager Media taking home several awards.

Illinois’ top newspapers were honored at the convention with more than 100 daily and nondaily newspapers competing in 36 editorial categories.

Page designer Shelley Holmgren was awarded second place for her 2013 Illustration, Ventra Error in the Niles Bugle, and third place for her informational graphic, Washed Up in the Downers Grove Bugle.

Judges said her, “Strong play of front-page graphics makes story package stand out.”

Creative director Andrew Samaan, assistant managing

editor Jonathan Samples and assistant digital editor Alex V. Hernandez earned second place for the 2013 Best Website, with judges calling attention to the attributes of the Bugle site, stating is has “Easy to share articles in multiple ways. Like the related articles linked to each one and the multi-photo display.”

Scott Taylor, sports editor, garnered third place for Sports News in the Joliet Bugle, calling his article on the Lockport bowling team winning the state championship well done, entertaining and informative.

Staff reporter Laura Katauskas received an honorable mention in the news reporting series category for a three-part series, Assessing Valley View students, in the Bolingbrook and

Romeoville Bugle, for its “good use of anecdotal information as well as numbers.”

Suzanne Baker won an honorable mention for feature writing for her “intriguing” story “In a league of her own.”

Voyager Media Publications is a privately-held company publishing newspapers in the area. The company publishes three newspaper titles in 15 communities, The Enterprise, The Bugle and The Sentinel, covering five Chicagoland counties including Cook, DuPage, Will, Grundy and Kendall.

TheVoyager Media advertising department won an honorable mention for best ad series and second place for Best Full Color Ad in the Downers Grove Bugle. Additionally, the staff won two honorable mentions for Best Full Page Age and Best Static Online Ad, and second place for best ad series for The Enterprise.

Intuition is key to uncommon success your intuition, you first have to pay attention to the tiny, subtle waves of guidance that often barely ripple across your conscious mind.

In your journal, record as many whispers of suggestion

By Dr. Daneen Skube as you can notice. Use simple Tribune Content Agency decisions - What street www.interpersonaledge.com should I take?

Q. I often hear that timing is When should I call that critical to workplace success. client? When will my boss be I do try to analyze the best in her office today? Use your moment to take action at phone, a small note pad, or work but find myself a piece of paper paralyzed by all the in your wallet or possibilities and a purse to jot down lack of complete your impressions. data. How do I At the end figure out timing as I of each week, navigate my complex make sure you go through the workplace? suggestions your A. I recommend intuition made. my clients develop You will be their hidden psychic interpersonal surprised how talents. Now that I’ve edge got your attention, Dr. Daneen Skube many of these flashes of ideas what I mean is this: For real success, intuition is were right on. just as important as intellect.

You’ll also see you Intuitive capacity is not are missing the boat of some weird and wacky notion opportunity when you that goes along with a belief ignore this information in aliens. because it is quiet and occurs Rather, it is a much- in the periphery of your researched skill that allows consciousness. the human brain to instantly Be aware that the analyze a huge amount of suggestions of your intuition data and spit out an action may be the opposite of your plan. rational analysis.

People wonder what The usual road you take to concrete steps they can work may always be the least take to develop this skill. congested, but tomorrow, if I recommend keeping an you feel you should take a intuition journal. different road, then try it out.

Intuition whispers while You may find an accident the intellect screams. To use was blocking your typical route. Who knew? Actually, your intuition knew!

Be aware suggestions of your intuition may be the opposite of your rational analysis

(Daneen Skube, Ph.D., executive coach, trainer, therapist and speaker, also appears as the FOX Channel’s “Workplace Guru” each Monday morning. She’s the author of “Interpersonal Edge: Breakthrough Tools for Talking to Anyone, Anywhere, About Anything” (Hay House, 2006).

You can contact Dr. Skube at www.interpersonaledge.com or 1420 NW Gilman Blvd., #2845, Issaquah, WA 98027. Sorry, no personal replies.)

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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.

Senior Style

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.

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. McHenry Dam – Friday, June 20; Big Bear, Little Bear – Friday, July 25; The Glen – Friday, August 22.

Weekly Dinner & Movie Begins Tuesday, June 3.

Every Tuesday evening we will be showing a movie at 5:15pm. Dinners can be purchased at the NSC front desk. Registration is required.

June 24 – All is Lost July 1- The Book Thief July 8 - Monuments Men July 15 – Philomena Yoga in Chairs Yoga is all about f lexibility… and we are f lexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand.

Thursdays, June 5-26, 10:45am-11:45am. $30M/$35NM St. Charles Lunch & Cruise 2nd TRIP ADDED 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 26, 10:30am5:00pm, $54M/$59NM Lunch to Benefit… Niles Historical and Cultural Center Treat your friends & family to a delicious lunch!

All proceeds go to the Niles Historical and Cultural

Center. Lunch includes a $2 hot dog, chips and cookie.

Open to everyone. Monday, July 7, 11:30am-1:00pm.

Book Discussion Books can be picked up at the front desk. Tuesday, July 15, 1:30pm, FREE. Everyone welcome.

A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; 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.

Save the Date! Save a Life!

Lifesource Blood Drive Thursday, July 17, 8:00am2:00pm in a Life Source Donor Coach at Niles Family Fitness Center, 987 Civic Center Drive. The Village of Niles is hosting a community blood drive.

Please be generous and share life! Blood donors must be at least 16 years old, weigh 110 lbs, and be in general good health.

Please make sure to have something to eat prior to donating and bring identification with you.

Only 40 minutes of your time can help save up to 3 lives! All donors will find out what their blood type is, receive a free cholesterol screening, blood pressure reading and iron level screening. If you would like to schedule an appointment, please contact Lifesource at 877-543-3768 or register online at www.lifesource. org and enter the sponsor code SK60.

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 847-692-3597.

Park Ridge Senior Center

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

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 Non-Resident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 Non-Resident Over 90 Single: $23 Resident, $32.50 NonResident Over 90 Couple: $35 Resident, $49.50 NonResident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips;

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.

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 non-members.

The Center of Concern Volunteer needed Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very >> see seniors | page 21

Senior Style >> seniors, from page 20 f lexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

Unless otherwise noted, all services are offered at The Center of Concern offices at 1580 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 310, in Park Ridge. For services that require an appointment, call 847-823-0453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

Preparation of simple wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property also is available by appointment. Homeowners desiring additional income, companionship, or the ability to remain in their homes may wish to consider The Center of Concern’s shared housing program.

Residents are matched with screened applicants who possess a temperament suitable to shared accommodations.

The Center of Concern also offers friendly visitors for the homebound, programs designed to prevent homelessness, and volunteer opportunities in the office and in the field.

The Center’s web site is www.centerofconcern.org.

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 ages including access to public benefits, referrals for a variety of community programs, on-site and offsite 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 847-470-5223.

For information or an appointment to discuss your needs, call Mary Senn at 847-663-3072.

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.

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 847-4705223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

Book Talk: Books about Books Wednesday, July 9, 1 to 2 p.m.

You love books, so what could be more fun than to talk about books that are about … books, or bookstores, or writers, or the pleasure reading, or collecting, or sharing books?

Join Megan Rosol each month to explore a different genre or theme, as she shares great titles for you to read. Bring your Library Card; books will be available for check out. No fee. Call

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847-470-5223 to register.

Jealousy in Literature Monday, July 14, 1 – 2:30 p.m.

The theme of jealousy (and its aftermath) is universal, raising such questions as, “What is Jealousy?” and “How does it differ from envy?”

Specialists have attempted to answer these questions: psychologists, sociologists, and biologists seek the factors that create this emotion; Artists explore the theme in photographs, paintings, movies, songs, plays, poems, and books; theologians offer religious views based on the scriptures of their respective faiths. Join Beverly Friend, Professor Emeritus, you take a look at how jealousy plays out in our favorite literature. $8 member; $11 non-member.

Call 847-470-5223 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 f lower greeting cards with the help of a professional f loral designer from the Chicago Botanic Gardens.

Materials included! $19 member; $25 non-member.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

1812, America’s Second War of Independence Wednesday, July 23 1 – 3:00 p.m.

One of the forgotten wars in American history, the War of 1812 strengthened the United States as a sovereign nation. Join naturalist and photographer Jim Rowan as he discusses the causes for this war as well as its consequences. $8 member; $11 non-member. Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Elizabeth Corr Elizabeth “Bette” Corr, nee Chambers, passed away Tuesday, June 17 at St Andrew Life Center in Niles; loving wife of Eugene “Gene” Corr; beloved mother of Michael (Jan) Corr; devoted grandmother of Crystal and Angelina Corr; fond sister of John (Pat) Chambers and the late Coletta (the late Joe) Bolin; and dear aunt of many. Visitation was Thursday June 19 from 9 a.m. until service 10:15 a.m. at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, to St John Brebeuf Church Mass 11 a.m.

Interment All Saints Cemetery. For more information, call 847 966 7302 or sign a guest book at ww.skajafuneralhomes.com.

Frances Cody Frances Cody, nee Halper, beloved wife of the late Thomas; loving mother of Barbara (David) Koch, Thomas and the late Colleen Kelley; dear grandmother of Catherine (Gary) Anish, Karen (Matthew) Siggeman and Laura (Ken) Walters; cherished great grandmother of 11. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Sunday June 15 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral was Monday June 16 at 9:15 a.m. to St. Juliana Church Mass 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery.

For more information, call 847 966 7302 or sign a guest book at ww.skajafuneralhomes.com.

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>> classics, from page 1 “The only real disappointment so far was ‘Gone with the Wind.’

The studio wanted to re-release it, so I had to push our screening of it to the fall.The summer was when the film was initially released (in 1939), and that’s why I wanted to screen it then.”

On audience turnout to screenings during the extreme cold of 2014’s winter “We opened back in September of last year with ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ to over 300 people.

The first season of screenings went from September to May, and unfortunately, because of the severe cold weather, we had a few shows with less than 200 people.

But I remember one screening, it was like 13 degrees outside, and we still had over 100 people show up.”

On the national attention his

series got for hosting the Tyrone Power Centennial “Looking back on this first season, the last three shows were our biggest ones. And nothing really compares with the May 1 screening of ‘In Old Chicago’ (1937) that doubled as the Tyrone Power Centennial.”

“Power was such a huge star in the 1930s and 1940s. In America, so many years have gone by, he’s become somewhat forgotten.”

“We were the first in the nation to do a centennial for Tyrone Power, and the next week, I was in Cincinnati, Ohio, and was invited to their centennial for him. Because the Pickwick hosted the first of several centennials for Power, we were able to get some national exposure and get covered in Turner Classic Movie’s website because of that. I couldn’t believe it.That was pretty cool.”

On the special guests he invited

News to attend the screenings of some of the films “We had … a lot of people show up for the screening that had Power’s youngest daughter Taryn Power and his godson Michael Butler, who’s the theater producer that brought the musical “Hair” to Broadway, as guests. We had them up on stage talking about the life of Tyrone Power because it was the 100th anniversary of his birth.

“The other thing that was cool about the Power’s centennial is that it was the American debut of Romina Power’s book about her father. The singer and actress is Power’s oldest daughter and had written a memoir and biography in Italian a few years back titled ‘Cercando mio padre.’ The Pickwick screening was the debut of the American translation of the book: ‘Searching for my Father, Tyrone Power’ which is only

available at centennial events.”

On beating a modern summer blockbuster with one of his classic film screenings “We had some competition because ‘The Amazing SpiderMan 2’ opened the same day as the Tyrone Power Centennial at the Pickwick, but we were able to destroy them. We had about 414 people at the Tyrone event, while only 25 people showed up for Spider-Man. For an old film like ‘In Old Chicago’ to beat a modern blockbuster, it was very satisfying.”

On what he’s learned so far from putting together the Pickwick Theater’s classic film series “I’ve really got to put these things together as big events. For some of these screenings, I was just showing the classic films, and we had some great turnouts. But I know that the Pickwick Theater, to see this as a profitable venture, they want our audience turnout to be like the ‘20,000 Leagues Under the Sea’ or the Tyrone Power’s Centennial. What I’m going to do moving forward is doing it more like a special event.

For each show that we do, I’m going to try and make it as big as possible and go all out and put everything I have in it, even if I have to put up a few of my own dollars. I just want every show to be as spectacular as possible.”

On the what to expect from the next season of the Pickwick Theater’s classic film series “I would like to show the James Bond film ‘Goldfinger’ (1964) because I know its 50th anniversary is coming up. I don’t know if I should be telling you this, but I would love to maybe get

an Aston Martin parked in front of the Pickwick for that screening.”

“If for any reason that doesn’t come through, I’ll put in another movie from 1939. I have a handful of films I want to fit in before the end of the year.

“I know we’re going to be showing ‘Son of Frankenstein’ (1939) sometime in October, just before Halloween. I’m trying to get Rich Koz, Svengoolie, to come out and do a costume contest for that one.”

On digital verses film and the closings of The Patio Theater and The Des Plaines Theater “My goal is to get people to come out and check out these old films. It was a very busy spring, but I’m glad that we did as well as we did.

“We’re not movie elitists. I know everything we show is digital, and I know there are a lot of film purists, but we have to work with the tools that we have. Maybe “In Old Chicago” wasn’t a 35 mm print, but where else are you going to see Taryn Power talking about her father. For the “Scarface” (1932) screening, we had guest author Christina Rice speaking about actress Ann Dvorak. I’m trying to find ways to make up for the fact we’re not showing the movies on film.

“It’s a shame that the Patio Theater closed down again and that the Des Plaines Theatre is closed. Of course the city has The Music Box and the Gene Siskel Film Center, but now the Pickwick is the only one screening classic films in the suburbs. I’m grateful I’m able to bring this classic film history to the suburbs.”

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How to talk to your parents about money Having a conversation with your aging parents about their financial situation can be difficult

By Jill Schlesinger Tribune Content Agency

www.jillonmoney.com

“How can I talk to my parents about money? Every time I try to bring up the topic, my mother gets paranoid and the conversation deteriorates quickly.” It is hard to balance being a responsible adult child, while not seeming like you are prying. Even if your loved ones appear to be financially selfsufficient, neurologists say that cognitive ability starts sliding as early as 60.

Having a conversation with your aging parents about their financial situation can be difficult because it often touches on feelings of control (or lack thereof), privacy and dignity.

Indeed, talking to parents about money can be intimidating enough to cause many people

to avoid it altogether, which ultimately leaves them with a tangled mess after death. That’s why it’s important to have “The Talk” when your parents are still healthy and self-sufficient.

When should you have the conversation? The easiest time is when your parents bring up something about money. Maybe it’s a complaint about low CD rates, how the markets are doing or even a high utility bill.

These are great opportunities to talk honestly about their current financial situation and explain that you can help by streamlining certain aspects of their financial lives, whether through automatic bill paying or consolidation of bank accounts.

The early conversation does not have to be a forensic accounting of every last nickel of your parents’ finances, but you need to explain that an

open dialogue will help them feel more in control and allow you to be prepared in case of an emergency. Remember, the goal is not to have your parents designate you as their power of attorney; it’s to help them see that you are there to guide them today and assist in the future.

If your parent does not bring up the topic, talk about your own experience. Maybe you recently sent your children to college and had a money talk with them, or you hired a financial adviser, or consulted with an attorney to create your own will.A colleague of mine raised the topic after the death of friend’s father: “Jen’s dad left such a mess that she can’t even mourn him properly because she is overwhelmed by paperwork!”Her parents opened up more when they realized that withholding information could exacerbate an already difficult time.

What information should you gather? Make sure that your

parents have current estate documents in an accessible location. If the will has not been updated in many years, encourage them to schedule an appointment with an estate attorney. Drafting or updating estate documents will force your parents to track down bank and investment account statements, insurance policies and pension documents. You can offer to attend the meeting, but only if they want you there. Emphasize that this is an opportunity for them to make their own decisions and to make their wishes known. One important note: Your parents may choose to do something that you don’t like! Unless it is dangerous to their well-being, try not to argue for a different outcome.

If your parents have an upto-date will, encourage them to draft a detailed list of where various accounts and important documents are held so that, in the event of an emergency, you

are not rummaging through their home to locate everything.This is an ideal opportunity to ask your parents the names of and contact numbers for brokers, advisers or CPAs. You should also remind them how financial salespeople can be very convincing. Tell them to talk to you before buying any financial products or opening any new accounts, or offer to receive duplicate statements sent to your address to make sure your parents are buying suitable investments.

(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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