Niles 01-1-15 by Bugle, Sentinel & Enterprise Newspapers

JANUARY 1, 2015 VOL. 59 ISSUE 13

state neWs NEWS District receives $500K toward naming rights of new building Donation from resident Paula O’Connor towards naming rights of new multipurpose building at the former Youth Campus property

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NEWS

Theaters screen controversial comedy on Christmas Day Buffalo Grove, Woodridge theaters among more than 200 cinemas nationwide showing ‘The Interview’

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SPORTS A look back at the year in sports

New regulations include transportation, law enforcement

2014 had many good moments for local athletes, teams

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BUSIneSS

WILL coUnty

FRIDAY • JAN. 2 ParTly cloudy

high: 33° loW: 28° athletic boosters 10th annual scotch doubles bowling night

presence regional ceo named to becker’s hospital review

Beth Hughes, President and CEO, Presence Health South Suburban Region, was named to Becker’s Hospital Review list of “130 women hospital and health system leaders to know.”

The 10th annual JTHS Booster Scotch Doubles Bowling Night will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, at Town & Country Lanes, Joliet.

silver cross encore shop holds antique and collectible sale Encore Shop, will hold its annual Antique and Collectibles Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6.

radon kits available at 3 health department locations

Will County Health Department urges area homeowners to be aware of radon dangers and test their homes for the presence of radon.

SATURDAY • JAN. 3 SnoW SHoWerS

high: 33° loW: 21°

SUNDAY • JAN. 4 moSTly cloudy

high: 24° loW: 17°

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WEATHER SECTIoN, THE BUGLE INCoRRECTLy LISTED FRIDAy AS CHRISTMAS DAY. WE APOLOGIZE FOR THE ERROR.

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District receives $500K toward 2015 unsung Heroine naming rights of new building Award call for nominations

Donation from resident Paula O’Connor towards naming rights of new multipurpose building at the former Youth Campus property The Park Ridge Park District has received a $500,000 donation from Park Ridge resident Paula O’Connor towards naming rights of the new multipurpose building at the former Youth Campus property at 733 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge. This pledge is the largest private donation the Park District has received in its 100 year history. “It is with great pride that I make this donation to the Park Ridge Park District,” said Paula O’Connor stated. “As a Park Ridge resident for the past 60 years, I have witnessed programs come and go, new buildings and parks replace old ones, however, throughout the entire cycle the Park Ridge Park District has held the course in its resolve to enhance the quality of life to the residents of Park Ridge. “My hope is that this gift continues to provide the same benefits to future generations as it has to those in the past.” This donation will be used towards the new multipurpose building at the site. The Paula O’Connor Community Building will be used for a variety of activities for the Park District including camps, classes, parties,

Ceremony takes place at an event held in mid-March

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Park Ridge resident Paula O’Connor poses with Park District Executive Director Gayle Mountcastle after donating $500,000 toward the naming rights of the new multipurpose building at the former youth Campus property at 733 N. Prospect Ave. in Park Ridge.

“As the Park District starts the development of a beautiful new park for the community, we are excited to partner with Mrs. O’Connor on this moment in Park District history ...” and rentals. The Youth Campus property was acquired by the Park District in 2013 by the passing of a referendum. The property will also feature spaces for active and passive recreation, as well as

relocate the administrative offices from Maine Park to this location. “As the Park District starts the development of a beautiful new park for the community, we are excited to partner with Mrs. O’Connor on this moment in Park District history,” stated Executive Director Gayle Mountcastle. “Her generosity is a testament to her commitment to the Park District and the Park Ridge community.” Work on the park is scheduled to begin in January with asbestos abatement, and then demolition beginning in early to midFebruary. The project is also slated to go out to bid in January.

candid moments > park ridge

holiday celebraTion aT sT. John brebeuf school St. John Brebeuf School ended the calendar year with a celebration of Christmas. During the homily, the firstgrade class reenacted the birth of Jesus. The first- graders did a beautiful job reading the story, acting out the nativity, and singing “Silent Night.” The third-grade students, children’s choir, and children’s bell choir also participated by leading us in song and sharing the readings and petitions. (PHOTOS BY DICK BARToN)

In recognition of Women’s History Month each year, the Cook County Commission on Women’s Issues presents the Unsung Heroine Award to 17 women from across Cook County. The awards ceremony takes place at an event held in midMarch. The selection of these heroines is organized on a district basis to ensure that women from each area of the County are recognized for their contributions to their communities. The members of the Commission on Women’s Issues seek community input for the identification of nominees for this award by forming a selection committee. The selection committee from each district is charged with collecting nominations and selecting an awardee. Recipients of the Unsung

Heroine Award must be residents of the County Board district from which they are nominated. They should be women who, either in a professional or volunteer capacity, have made significant contributions to their community for which they have not received widespread recognition. Elected officials are not eligible for consideration. 2015 Award Application Deadline: January 16, 2015. Email submissions are strongly preferred: nomination@ suffredin.org. Nominations for Commissioner Larry Suffredin’s 13th Cook County District should be sent to: 500 N. Dearborn St., Suite 1150, Chicago, IL 60654, or by fax: 312/645-0974. The 13th County Board district includes Rogers Park (Chicago), Morton Grove, Lincolnwood, Skokie, Northbrook, Glenview, Niles, Evanston, Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka and Glencoe. For more information, visit www.suffredin.org or call 312645-9400, ext. 35.

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The state’s Toll Highway system in Chicago will be brought up to the same 70 mph speed limit at the rest of the state, unless the Toll Highway Authority can prove that speed is unsafe on those roadways.

Transportation & Safety On Jan. 1 more than 200 new laws will take effect in Illinois. These laws touch many areas of state government, including education, public safety, transportation and wildlife. Following are a few of the local measures taking effect in the New Year. Vehicle Speed Limits (SB 930/PA 98-1126): Sets a 60 mph speed limit for second division vehicles on interstates in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake, McHenry and Will counties. Second division vehicles are those weighing over 8,001 pounds. This is to allow large trucks to travel at a speed closer to the 70 mph speed limit allowed for passenger vehicles. Proponents have raised concerns that the 15 mph differential between a 55 mph speed limit for trucks and a 70 mph speed limit for cars can be dangerous.

Local Government Ridesharing (HB 5326/PA 981074): Allows vehicles owned by counties, townships, or municipal corporations to be issued permanent registration plates. This is an initiative of PACE, which would allow them to secure license plates for ridesharing vehicles for a one-time fee instead of annual renewals.

Amazon Tax

(SB 352/PA 98-1089): Extends the definition of Illinois retailers to include a retailer who provides to potential customers a code or other method to allow the retailer to track the purchases referred by that person. These can include, but are not limited to, Internet links, promotional codes sent through mail or hand-delivered, or sent via broadcast.

Code of Conduct (SB 3552/PA 98-0779): Permits Lake, Kane, Will and DuPage counties to establish a code of conduct by ordinance for appointees appointed by the county board chairman or county executive. Permits removal of appointees for violating the code of conduct with a 2/3 majority approval of the county board at a hearing. Exempts the county superintendent of highways or county engineers due to provisions already in existence for removal due to neglect, malfeasance, or incompetence.

Liability for Underage Drinking (HB 4745/PA 98-1017): Expands current law that makes it illegal for parents or guardians to allow underage drinking at a residence or other private property, s o that it will include vehicles, conveyances, or watercraft under their control. A “conveyance” would include trailers, mobile homes, campers, etc.

E-Cigarette Restrictions HB

5868/PA 98-0983, which requires e-cigarettes to be sold from behind the counter in an agerestricted area, or in a sealed display case, will also take effect on Jan. 1.

Controlled Substances (SB 3275/PA 98-0987): Adds “25I-NBOMe,” “25B-NBOMe” and “25CNBOMe” to the list of Schedule I controlled substances. This is in response to a powerful new hallucinogenic synthetic d r u g which has caused overdoses and fatalities in youth. It has been marketed as an LSD substitute as it targets the same serotonin receptor as many other hallucinogens including LSD. Small amounts can cause seizures, cardiac and respiratory arrest, and death. According to the DEA, reports from medical examiners link at least 19 deaths of people aged 15-29 years in the U.S. between March 2012 and August 2013.

Domestic Violence Penalty Enhancements (HB 4653/PA 98-0994): Ensures that prior convictions for domestic battery, or for any offense which is substantially similar, that occurs in another jurisdiction will trigger penalty enhancements.

Notable laws taking effect on Jan. 1 include several that will affect Illinois motorists. SB 2015/PA 98-1128, sponsored by State Sen. Jim Oberweis, brings the state’s Toll Highway system in Chicago up to the same 70 mph speed limit as the rest of the state, unless the Toll Highway Authority can prove that speed is unsafe on those roadways. The legislation is a follow-up measure to legislation that took effect in 2014 raising Illinois’ speed limit on interstate highways to 70 mph.

Senate Bill 2015 had been vetoed by Governor Quinn, but the General Assembly voted to override that veto during the fall veto session. Legislation reinstating “sign and drive” will also take effect on Jan. 1. HB 2583/PA 98-0870 prohibits law enforcement from taking a driver’s license as bail following a traffic law or ordinance violation. Currently, Illinois is one of only six states that confiscates a driver’s license for a minor traffic offense. +

Ticket Quotas (SB 3411/PA 98-0650): Prohibits counties, municipalities, conservation police and state police from implementing ticket quotas.

New Technologies Inspire New Laws Surveillance drones, online communication platforms now under scrutiny of the law New technologies, like surveillance drones and online communication platforms, continue to develop, inspiring a number of new laws taking effect on Jan. 1. HB 4594/PA 98-0905, sponsored by State Senator Dale Righter, allows for electronic search warrants to utilize services like Skype, which provide simultaneous audio and video transmission, as a way to request search warrants. A number of laws have been introduced in recent years to regulate the use of drones and mitigate any potential violations of privacy that may result. One such law taking effect Jan. 1 is SB 2937/PA 98-0831, which prohibits a law enforcement agency from using a drone owned by a third party to acquire information. HB 5623/PA 98-0930, sponsored by State Sen. Michael Connelly, requires

that a unit of local government or a school district that maintains a website (other than a social media or networking website), to post an email address that members of the public can use to communicate with elected officials of that unit of local government or school district. In recent years, social media platforms, like Facebook and Twitter, have become increasingly popular. Unfortunately, so has the practice of “cyber bullying.” In what some argued was an overreach of a school’s authority, HB 4207/PA 98-0801 requires schools to address electronic bullying under certain circumstances, even if the bullying occurred off-campus and was conducted by using private computers, cell phones, etc.

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Agriculture, Animals and Hunting Pesticides (HB 5464/PA 980923): Streamlines the application process for licensing agricultural pesticide applicators. Dairy Products (SB 3157/PA 980958): Brings Illinois into line with federal U.S. Department of Agriculture standards by modifying definitions in the Grade A Pasteurized Milk and Milk Products Act, making enforcing agencies responsible to prevent the distribution of adulterated milk and milk products, and revising testing rules.

Wolves, Bears, Cougars (SB 3049/PA 98-1033): Adds the Gray Wolf, American Black Bear and Cougar to the list of protected species

in Illinois, while spelling out conditions that allow landowners to kill the animals if they are causing an immediate threat of physical harm or death to a person, livestock, domestic animals, or harm to structures or other property. In recent years, all three have started to return to Illinois in very limited numbers and this is an effort to manage that reintroduction.

Protecting Aquatic Life (HB 5869/PA 981044): Provides that releasing any aquatic life into the wild in Illinois without first securing permission of the Department of Natural Resources is a Class B misdemeanor. This bill seeks

to target potentially invasive species being imported into the state, as has happened with Asian Carp and zebra mussels.

Industrial Hemp Studies (HB 5085/PA 981072): Establishes the “Industrial Hemp Pilot Program” and allows higher education institutions or the Department of Agriculture to grow or cultivate industrial hemp if used for research purposes that specifically studies the growth, cultivation, or marketing of industrial hemp. “Industrial Hemp” means cannabis sativa L., having no more than 0.3% total THC content. Current law does not allow any person to possess cannabis.

Law Enforcement & Civilian Restrictions Bulletproof Vests

(HB 5688/PA 98-0743): Requires law enforcement agencies to provide bulletproof vests for officers. Outlines requirements that the law enforcement agency, the state and local governments must pursue to provide funding for the cost of these vests. Since 1999, the Bulletproof Vest Partnership (BVP) program has reimbursed more than 13,000 jurisdictions, a total of $288

million in federal funds for the purchase of over one million vests (1,146,909 as of December, 2013). Based on data collected and recorded by BJA staff, in FY 2012, protective vests were directly attributable to saving the lives of at least 33 law enforcement and corrections officers, in 20 different states, an increase 13.7 percent over FY 2011. At least 14 of those life-saving vests had been purchased, in part, with BVP funds.

Drones

Aggravated Meth Manufacturing

(SB 2937/PA 98-0831): Prohibits a law enforcement agency from using a drone owned by a private third party to acquire information (with certain exceptions). Allows the use of a drone without a search warrant, if law enforcement is using a drone during a disaster or public health emergency (flood, tornado, earth quake). It does not require an official declaration of a disaster or public health emergency prior to use.

(HB 4093/PA 98-0980): Includes in the offense of aggravated participation in the manufacture of methamphetamine, methamphetamine manufacturing that occurs within 1,000 feet of the real property comprising any school. The purpose is to create consistency with other drug statutes, which provide enhanced penalties for manufacture or distribution that occurs within 1,000 feet of a school.

Grooming (HB 5290/PA 98-0919): Adds a new provision to the “grooming” statute, in which someone uses the Internet to seduce or entice a child to commit a sex offense, to stipulate that the crime would also include the distribution of photographs depicting the sex organs of a child.

“Skype” Search Warrants (HB 4594/PA 980905): Allows for electronic search warrants that utilize simultaneous audio and video transmission between the person requesting the search warrant and the judge. The Chief Judge or Presiding Judge in the issuing jurisdiction is to determine standards and best practices policies for filing and retaining the transmissions.

Photo Lineups (HB 802/PA 98-1014): Creates a new lineup procedure that requires all lineups be conducted by 1) a n independent administrator (unless it is impractical); 2) an automated c o m p u t e r program; 3) a random folder photo lineup method; or 4) any other procedure that does not allow the lineup administrator to know the identity of the suspect. Allows a lineup of persons or a photo spread lineup to be presented to witnesses sequentially, with each presented separately and then removed before the next person or photo is viewed or presented to witnesses. Requires each law enforcement agency to establish written guidelines on when an officer should present persons or photographs to an eyewitness simultaneously or sequentially. Prohibits the presence during a lineup of any person who knows the suspected perpetrator’s identity, except the eyewitness and defense counsel. Provides instructions to the eyewitness to whom the identification procedure is presented. Provides remedies for failure to comply with lineup identification procedures. Requires a lineup to be video recorded, if practical, unless the eyewitness refuses to consent to the recording.

Sex Trafficking One measure, co-sponsored by a number of Senate Republican legislators, was introduced in response to the growing sex trafficking industry in Illinois. SB 3558/PA 98-1013 provides that solicitation of a sexual act does not apply to a person younger than 18. The law will ensure that minors who have been forced into the sex trafficking industry aren’t erroneously charged and convicted of prostitution.

Marijuana and Epilepsy Another measure that gained attention during the spring legislative session and will take effect on Jan. 1 is SB 2636/PA 98-0775, which allows seizures, like those common among epilepsy patients, to be treated with medical marijuana under the state’s medical cannabis pilot program. The legislation also extends the state’s medical marijuana program to children who suffer from seizures. In 2013, CNN highlighted the story of a little girl in Colorado who, before using medical cannabis oil, suffered up to 300 seizures a week. Since starting treatment, her seizures have essentially stopped. Since the report, a number of states have taken steps to allow minors to use medical cannabis in the form of an oil to treat seizures.

Education Cyber Bullying (HB 4207/PA 980801): Requires schools to address electronic bullying under certain circumstances even when it occurs off-campus and uses private computers, cell phones, etc. Applies if the bullying causes a substantial disruption to the educational process or orderly operation of a school. Applies when a school administrator or teacher receives a report that this type of bullying has occurred and does not require school district staff to monitor non-school related activities. Requires school bullying policies or implementing procedures to include a process to investigate if the reported act of bullying is within the school or district’s jurisdiction. Opponents argued that expecting schools to regulate speech that occurs outside of the school day and school property breaks new grounds, places an unrealistic burden on schools, sets a dangerous precedent and is unconstitutional.

Juvenile Records (SB 978/PA 98-0637): Requires the Department of State Police to automatically expunge all records pertaining to the arrest of a minor if the arrest did not result in a delinquency petition being filed. The State would have to expunge arrests automatically when the minor turns 18 and only if the minor was not arrested within six months of the minor’s most recent arrest.

Business & Employment ‘Ban the Box’ HB 5701/PA 98-0774 gives job applicants the opportunity to address questions about a past criminal record in person, during an interview. The new law prohibits private employers with 15 or more employees from asking a job applicant about their criminal history until the applicant has been selected for an interview or, if there is not an interview, until after a conditional offer of employment is made.

Pregnancy Accommodations (HB 8/PA 981050): Requires employers to provide “reasonable accommodations” for all working pregnant women unless the accommodation would impose an “undue hardship” on the business.

Equal Pay Act Jurisdiction (HB 5563/PA 981051): Gives the Illinois Department of Human Rights jurisdiction to enforce the state Equal Pay Act. This duty is concurrent with the responsibilities of the Illinois Department of Labor. Allows the Department of Labor to refer a pay discrimination case back to the Department of Human Rights as long as the referral also includes potential Human Rights Act violations.

www.cookcountycrimestoppers.org • 800.535.stop Thursday, January 1, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Niles, Park Ridge and Morton Grove police departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

PARK RIDGE Maria Godlewska, 55, of the 400 block of Goodwin Drive, Park Ridge, was arrested on Dec. 16 in the 2300 block of West Irwin Avenue for failing to reduce speed to avoid an accident, driving under the influence of alcohol, improper display of cars registration, possession of alcohol and leaving the scene of an accident.

Carmen Dahlen, 34, of the 800 block of Laurel Avenue, Des Plaines, was arrested on Dec. 17 in the 0-100 block of South Northwest Highway for reckless driving.

A 15-year-old was arrested on Dec. 17 in the 1100 block of South Dee Road for possession of cannabis.

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Makai Deveve, 19, of the 2100 block of Bouterse, Park Ridge, was arrested on Dec. 17 on Delphia and Cedar for possession of alcohol by a minor.

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Kevin Sass, 21, of the 4500 block of North Osage Avenue, Norridge, was arrested on Dec. 17 in the 1300 block of Bonita Drive for possession of cannabis.

Olumide Ayodeji, 24, of the 8500 block of Kimball Avenue, Skokie, was arrested on Dec. 17 on Oakton and Greenwood for possession of counterfeit registration sticker and having no valid registration.

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Saul Flores, 26, of the 1600 block of Greenwood Road, Glenview, was arrested on Dec. 18 on Potter and Dempster for driving with a suspended license, being uninsured, avoiding a traffic

control device and not wearing a seat belt. Joshua Long, 21, of the 1300 block of Indigo Drive, Mount Prospect, was arrested on Dec. 18 in the 1500 block of West Higgins Road for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

Emrah Sahin, 31, of the 2600 block of West Berwyn Avenue, Chicago, was arrested on Dec. 17 in the 1700 block of Touhy for driving under the influence.

Lesli Callahan, 41, of the 500

10 block of North Hamlin Avenue, Park Ridge, was arrested on Dec. 19 on Cedar and Greenwood for driving under the influence of alcohol,

having breath alcohol content over 0.08 and failing to signal. Misael Rivera, 21, of the 2300 block of West Devon Avenue, Chicago, was arrested on Dec. 19 on Cumberland and Higgins for possession of cannabis, speeding, not wearing a seatbelt and illegal transportation of alcohol.

Jessica O’Connor, 38, of the 5000 block of West Byron Street, Chicago, was arrested on Dec. 21 on Dee and Devon for driving under the influence, having an expired driver’s license, having no proof of insurance and speeding.

Niles and Morton Grove arrest reports not available at press time.

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Theaters screen controversial comedy on Christmas Day Woodridge, Buffalo Grove theaters among more than 200 cinemas nationwide showing ‘The Interview’ By Ryan Tackitt and Jonathan Samples sweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

It’s the talk of the entertainment world, and on Christmas Day “The Interview” opened nationally in a limited release. The film that has caused a stir around the world saw a Dec. 25 release in a select group of Chicago theaters, including Hollywood Blvd. Cinema in Woodridge, Buffalo Grove Theater in Buffalo Grove and Hollywood Palms Cinema in Naperville. “It’s been a phenomenal reaction; people are coming out and they’re enjoying the movie,” said Mike Moore, manager of Hollywood Blvd. Throughout the evening, a continuous stream of eager movie goers flowed into the Woodridge theater, which experienced no security issues despite the international controversy surrounding the film’s release. “The Interview,” which stars Seth Rogen and James Franco, is about a fictional assassination attempt on North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un by the host (Franco) and producer (Rogen) of a celebrity interview show. The comedy became a source of controversy after cybercriminals cited the film as their motivation for carrying out a cyberattack on Sony in November. Several movie chains, including AMC Entertainment and Cinemark, decided not to screen the movie weeks before its scheduled release due to threats of terrorism, which prompted Sony Pictures to scrap its Christmas Day premier. “We are really happy that Sony changed [its] mind and realized that it was important to show this film,” said Hollywood Blvd. spokesman Scott Potter, who added that the theater jumped at the opportunity to be included

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Audience members line up 45 minutes before ‘The Interview’, hoping to view the movie that has become a national focal point. Eager fans of ‘The Interview’ spilled out of Hollywood Blvd.

in the limited Christmas Day release once it heard Sony was planning a small holiday run. When the day arrived, the theater was filled with moviegoers who were anxious to see the film that was causing a hubbub among fans, critics and everyone in between. “For pre-sales, it was almost 800 tickets we had sold, as of 6 a.m. yesterday,” Moore said. “That’s the most pre-sales we’ve ever moved in a single day.” The packed lobby floor at the Hollywood Blvd. proved that the pre-sale tickets were going to use, as some eager audience members even waited in the cold Christmas air outside the building. And for some audience members, the mere act of attending the opening night showing was a political statement. “I’m a musician, the whole freedom of artistic expression and freedom of speech is really important to me,” said David Paige, who attended the opening

night screening at Hollywood Blvd. “I actually bought my ticket as soon as they announced it here…it’s the act of going that’s kind of like my non-violent protest.” Since the initial uproar caused by the film, a debate over freedom of speech has surrounded its release. Sony initially decided it had no option but to pull the film because of security concerns. Supporters of free speech quickly came out in favor of screening the film as initially planned, and the company responded with the limited release. “I’m actually very happy to see all these people because they’re making a statement,” Moore said. Michael Lynton, CEO for Sony, said the company had always intended to release the film nationwide before announcing last week it would be released in approximately 300 independent theaters and on various digital platforms to rent or own.

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A look back

at 2014 In SPortS Some of the top area stories from a great year for locals By mike Sandrolini SPoRTS REPoRTER

mike@nilesbugle.com @Voyager_Sport

Teams and personnel from the area made their mark during the 2014 calendar year from preps to pros. Here’s our take on the Top 10 stories—ranked No. 1 through No. 10—that made this year a memorable one in sports:

iriSH JeWell Jewell Loyd leads Notre Dame to runner-up finish in NCAAs— Loyd dominated games while earning McDonald’s prep AllAmerican honors at Niles West. She’s been just as dominant at the collegiate level, nabbing Women’s Basketball Coaches Association All-American team honors last winter, scoring a team-leading 18.6 points per game and lifting the Fighting Irish to 36 straight victories and the national championship game, where they lost their only contest of the season to UConn. She’s picked up this season where she left off last March, tying a single-game school scoring record with a 41-point performance in a victory over DePaul on Dec. 10. The Irish have already won more than 10 games this season.

uP To Par Orion Yamat second in boys state golf—The Maine East senior, who didn’t play at all his sophomore year in order to focus

on academics, came back for his junior season and advanced to state. Last October, he led the Class AA state tournament at The Den at Fox Creek Golf Course in Bloomington going into the final round after shooting a 72. He carded a 73, including an eagle on the No. 5 hole on Saturday, and was edged out only by state champion Kenneth Li, who put together a sizzling 5 under par 67.

HiSToric HooPS Maine East girls hoops squad puts together historic season— When they were freshmen, Slowek, Jazlene Gonzalez, Maria Protic and Shaylee Sloan were part of a program that opposing teams referred to as “Maine Easy” because playing the Demons gave them an almost certain victory. But the starting senior quartet got the last laugh and erased years of futility by leading the 2013-14 squad to the first CSL North championship in school history. It also became the first girls basketball team to win 20 games in a season.

STreak liveS Maine South football team keeps streaks alive—An anticipated deep postseason run for the Hawks didn’t materialize. However, Davis Neilands’ dramatic blocked punt and touchdown run that

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Maine East’s Orion yamat placed second at the IHSA state tournament.

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COLUMN

Sports writers tell you our favorites of 2014 Favorite event covered: Scott Taylor: My favorite event this past year was one I competed in. It doesn’t get any better than 63 holes of golf in a day. That is, unless it is free and you are on the clock. That was the case when Mark Gregory and I took a trip up to Gaylord, MI to review the Man vs. Golf Challenge at Treetops Resort. We played 63 holes of golf in beautiful weather on gorgeous courses. It was one of those days that you will always remember, and I certainly will, despite the company. Mark Gregory: It has to be the Class 4A state final basketball game between Whitney Young and Benet. There is nothing better than IHSA state basketball Final Four in Peoria. If you haven’t been to one and you are a sports fan – it is a MUST GO. This game in particular had a couple of good story lines. First off, no one gave Benet a chance against Young and Duke recruit Jahlil Okafor. Well, they were wrong, as Benet and Sean O’Mara hung with the highly hyped Young, losing by two. Mike Sandrolini: Voyager Media co-sponsored an Ultimate Tailgate Party with Famous Dave’s in Bolingbrook the Sunday before the Chicago Bears kicked off their 2014 season. The featured guest that afternoon was Bears Hall of Fame defensive lineman Dan Hampton, who met with fans, signed autographs and also talked to your’s truly about the upcoming season. I vividly recall Hampton’s evaluation of Jay Cutler: He has top-five ability, but he needs to beat some people this season. No excuses. Needless to say, Bears fans know all too well that Cutler didn’t live up to No. 99’s expectations.

Greatest game covered: Scott: This also wasn’t a high school event, but it is one of the perks of the job. I traveled for the second year in a row to Dayton, OH for the NCAA First Four. This year we had a pair of area athletes there as Plainfield’s Brian Bennett played for Cal-Poly and Quinton Chievous was with Tennessee. The Vols are my favorite college team and watching their thrilling overtime comeback from press row will be a game I will never forget. Mark: Well, if my favorite event

covered was the Class 4A boys hoops game – and it was, see above, then I guess that is also my favorite game covered. Like I said in the last item, that Benet team was written off by so many people and then to compete the way they did on the biggest stage made it a game I will never forget. Mike: It had to be this season’s West Suburban Silver boys basketball opener between Downers North and Proviso West played earlier this month. It was drama personified. The Trojans held a large lead, lost that lead in the fourth quarter, and then apparently sewed up the victory when senior Devin Blake hit a three-pointer from the top of the key as time was running out. However, the Proviso West coach called timeout. The officials put 2 second back on the clock, which gave West enough time to inbound the ball to Khalil Walker, who turned and heaved up a shot near mid-court to win the game.

Best team covered: Scott: Benet basketball. While I didn’t cover them at state, I saw them play a couple of times in the regular season as well as at the sectional and supersectional. This team had a perfect blend of inside and outside basketball with an unselfish team. They weren’t the second most talented team in the state, but their teamwork was unmatched and was fun for a basketball fan to watch. Mark: Benet volleyball. This team just dominated. The Redwings held their foe in the state final match to only 20 total points in the two matches combined. After beating Mother McCauley in the supersectional, it was smooth sailing as Benet claimed its third title in four years. Mike: Maine East girls basketball team. Coach Karol Hanusiak’s club had been a perennial doormat, but turned the corner in 2012-13 by posting a .500 record.With a number of senior veterans returning for the 2013-14 season, I thought they would be good, but not as good as they ended up. Maine East set a girls basketball school record for victories in a single season (20) and became the first girls cage team in school history to win the CSL North title.

Most surprising performance: Scott: Plainfield Central boys

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Justin Fahey was Mike Sandrolini’s favorite athlete this season to cover in 2014.

volleyball. The program had never won a regional title, let alone a sectional game. However, the Wildcats peaked in the tournament and became the first District 202 boys volleyball team to win a sectional match when it beat Plainfield North. Mark: Joliet Catholic Academy boys basketball. The Hilltoppers entered the Class 3A playoffs with a 9-20 record and won the team’s first regional title since 1988. It really should not be a surprising feat for me to have witnessed, as I have watched a lot of team’s coached by Joe Gura go on to big things. Mike: Maine East girls basketball team. Coach Karol Hanusiak’s club

had been a perennial doormat, but turned the corner in 2012-13 by posting a .500 record.With a number of senior veterans returning for the 2013-14 season, I thought they would be good, but not as good as they ended up. Maine East set a girls basketball school record for victories in a single season (20) and became the first girls cage team in school history to win the CSL North title.

Favorite athlete covered: Scott:Trevor Stumpe (Plainfield North) and Aaron Jordan (Plainfield East). I will co this one as the two players bring different dimensions

that I love to watch. Stumpe is a shooter who can score from just about anywhere on the court. Jordan can shoot and take the ball to the rack and make some great dunks and passes. Mark: I didn’t have to think very hard about this one. Anyone who knows me and knows my taste in football knows that I am an old soul – a really old soul, like back before the forward pass. I like running the football and playing great defense. So because of that, I was thrilled to be able to watch Bolingbrook linebacker Tuf Borland. He seemed to be everywhere on the field on

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d-I Athletes

Local athletes have success at Division-I level From major college football and women’s rowing, to every sport in between, the following is a list of student-athletes from the Bugle coverage area who have competed at NCAA Division I level schools this past fall. This list comprises all Division I schools in Illinois, Minnesota, Michigan, Missouri, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio and Wisconsin, Big Ten schools, and athletes competing at schools across the country that the Bugle is aware of.

MAINE SOUTH •Matt Alviti, Northwestern football—The former all-stater, a redshirt freshman this season, saw action in the final four games of 2014 and was used primarily as an option quarterback. Alviti had a touchdown on NU’s first drive of the game in its upset of nationally ranked Notre Dame in mid-November. •Brendan Brosnan, Penn State football—The 2013 CSL South Lineman of the Year is a true freshman at offensive tackle for the Nittany Lions, who faced Boston College in the Pinstripe Bowl on Dec. 27. •Celeste Carlson, Xavier University soccer—A sophomore defender, Carlson saw action in four games during 2014 with the Musketeers, who were 3-13 overall this season. •Jack Carpenter, Marquette cross country—Marquette coach Mike Nelson calls Carpenter, a freshman this season, “one of the most successful cross country athletes we’ve ever recruited.” His best time in an 8K race this year was 25:27.9. He also competed in the NCAA regionals. •Dave Eckhart, Illinois State cross country—A junior, Eckhart was an honorable mention allconference performer for the Redbirds, ranked as high as 11th regionally this season. His top finish of the year occurred at the Bradley Classic (eighth in 24:58). •Cailin Eckhart, St. Louis University women’s cross country—Eckhart was one of several freshmen on the Billkins’ squad this past fall. •Emily Griffin, Dayton women’s rowing—The freshman rowed with the novice team at Dayton. •Megan Lemersal, Illinois women’s cross country— Lemersal competed in several

meets with the Illini during her sophomore campaign, turning in a personal best time of 22:31.2 over 6 kilometers at the Big Ten Championships. Her top individual finish occurred at the Illini Open (15th overall). •Emily Leonard, Dayton women’s cross country—A perennial all-stater in both cross country and track at Maine South, Leonard completed her freshman year with the Flyers. She was the No. 1 Flyers’ finisher in five events during 2014, including a third-place overall finish at the All-Ohio championships in October. •Sydney McGinnis, Wisconsin women’s soccer— A freshman forward, McGinnis saw action in 15 games this season and had four shots on goal with the 19-32 Badgers. •Simon Megally, DePaul soccer—The sophomore midfielder was the Blue Demons’ leading scorer in 2014, with four goals, three assists and 11 points while playing in 17 games. •Kailin Muench, Wisconsin rowing—Muench, a senior, competed on the Badgers’ second varsity eight team and was part of the varsity four, which nabbed a number of first-place finishes throughout 2014. •Audrey O’Connor, Illinois women’s tennis—The junior posted a 1-0 record with her doubles partner this season. •Haley O’Connor, West Point women’s tennis—Haley, who is Audrey’s twin sister, went 3-2 in singles play at West Point and had a 1-1 mark in doubles. •Emily O’Grady, Iowa State women’s soccer—An all-state goalkeeper last spring at Maine South, O’Grady was a true freshman with the Cyclones this season. •Richard Olson, Bradley soccer—Olson, one of 10 freshmen on the Braves’ 2014 roster, played in 14 games with eight starts at forward. He finished with four assists and four shots on goal. •Sarah Powell, Iowa women’s rowing—Powell competed on the Hawkeyes’ varsity eight C group during the 2014 fall season. She is a sophomore. •Jessie Schmidt, DePaul women’s soccer—A forwardmidfielder, the freshman played in six games with an assist and two shots on goal. The Demons

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Pittsburgh freshman Chris James from Notre Dame was the Panthers’ thrid leading rusher with 404 yards. went 16-1-4 during the year. •Sean Senf, Illinois State cross country—Senf, a team captain, participated in the ISU Invite, where he placed 22nd, and the Roy Griak Invitational. He’s a senior this season and has served as a captain since 2012. •Sean Sullivan, Western Illinois football—Sullivan, a junior offensive lineman,

completed his junior year with the Leathernecks, who finished 5-7. •Robbie Taylor, Illinois State cross country—The redshirt freshman made an impact in his first fall at ISU, competing in five meets, including the Illini Open, in which he finished 31st—his best performance of the campaign. •Kyle Thomson, Loyola

soccer—A freshman midfielder, Thomson scored two goals and played in all 19 games for the Ramblers (8-6-5 in 2014). His goals were scored on penalty kicks (2-for-3 on PKs).

MAINE EAST •Rami Dajani, University of Alabama-Birmingham soccer—A Maine East Hall of Fame inductee,

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2014 | from page 11 provided Maine South with a come-from-behind victory over eventual Class 5A state runner-up Montini in the 2014 season-opener set the stage for another successful campaign. The Hawks maintained two of the state’s longest streaks—14 consecutive CSL South titles and 70 straight league victories—and won 10 straight games before succumbing to Barrington in the second round of the Class 8A playoffs.

Doubling up John Hader makes Maine South track history—The Eastern Illinois University freshman blazed his way into school annals as a senior last spring by becoming the first to medal in individual sprinting events. Hader, who won the 100- and 200-meter dashes at the Class 3A Loyola sectional, finished eighth at state in the 100 and ninth in the 200 to earn All-State hardware.

Wolves to state U.S. Olympian Bart Conner is a Niles West alum who has his name etched all over the school’s record books. The 2014 team and coach Adrian Batista also made some history by becoming the first Wolves club to make it to state in nearly 30 years after getting an at-large bid last April. The Wolves, who also won their first CSL gymnastics crown since 1991, should be a threat to return to state next spring with junior stars Dalai Jamiyankhuu and David Thai.

dual threat Maine East’s Elanta Slowek stars in two sports—The 2014 graduate, who dedicated herself to a strict training regimen during the off-season, was an allconference guard last winter for the record-setting Demons’ girls

D-I | from page 13 Dajani—the Demons’ all-time leading scorer—produced 11 points this past fall for UAB, which earned an at-large bid to the NCAA tournament. The Blazers lost their first-round game to Furman in penalty kicks, 4-3. Dajani played in 19 games and scored five goals—third best on the club.

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basketball team. But Slowek also excelled at track and field. Now a two-sport athlete at Carthage College, Slowek went downstate in the high jump for the third straight year last May, and also qualified in the discus. She took home a medal in that event with a sixth-place finish.

locals face off NHL goalies from Park Ridge and Lemont face each other—Park Ridge native Craig Anderson, a 2001 third-round Chicago Blackhawks draft pick, has been the Ottawa Senators’ starting goaltender almost exclusively since the 2011-12 season. Within a span of four days in late October, he faced his old team, and went up against Scott Darling, a native of Lemont, between the pipes. Darling and the Hawks won both contests— 2-1(which was Darling’s NHL debut) and 5-4 in overtime.

major leaguers Area prep products in the major leagues—Maine South grads Adam Rosales and Brian Schlitter, along with former Niles West standout George Kontos, contributed to their respective big league clubs—the Rangers, Cubs and Giants—during the 2014 season. Rosales played in 56 games and hit four homers, including two in one game off of White Sox ace lefthander Chris Sale. Schlitter, a right-handed reliever, made the team out of spring training and stayed with the Cubs the entire season, appearing in 61 games (second on the club). Kontos bounced between the Giants and their Class AAA affiliate in Fresno most of year. He wasn’t on the World Series champs’ postseason roster, but he did post a 2.78 ERA and a 4-0 record in 24 regular-season games.

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Elanta Slowek was a two-sport standout for Maine East in 2014.

Maine South girls golf team

makes state—The Hawks, coached by Jeff Hamann, qualified for state in 2012, missed the cut in 2013, but returned to

the Class AA meet at Hickory Point Golf Club in Decatur last fall and finished ninth. Leia Atas, a four-year state

qualifier, along with senior twins Katie and Annie Krall, are owners of three of the top five career averages in school history.

soccer—Ljubic appeared in two games during his freshman season at DePaul. •Olivia Rusek, Miami of Ohio women’s volleyball—Niles West’s all-time leader in kills was an integral part of the Redhawks’ attack in her freshman season, pounding down 253 kills (No. 3 on the team) with 215 digs and starting 25 of 31 matches. Miami of Ohio won 21 games and advanced to the MAC championship game.

•Thomas Villamil, University of Illinois-Chicago men’s soccer—A captain for the Flames, the redshirt junior earned all-Horizon League firstteam honors as a defender. He was one of four players to start all 17 games. Villamil scored his second career goal, which was the game-winner, against Cal State Fullerton in August. •George Webb, Drake cross country—Webb, a sophomore with the Bulldogs, took 30th

overall at the Viking Invitational and 39th at the Oz Memorial— his top two finishes of the year.

(6-6) became bowl eligible after winning their final two regular season games. They’ll square off against Houston in the Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl on Jan. 2. •Eddie Serrano, Missouri football—Serrano is listed as a redshirt freshman defensive lineman with the Tigers, who are 10-1 and facing Minnesota in the Buffalo Wild Wings Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Fla. Jan. 1 -compiled by Mike Sandrolini

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NOTRE DAME •Chris James, Pittsburgh football—James turned in a productive freshman year with the Panthers. The former Dons standout was Pitt’s third-leading rusher with 404 yards, averaging nearly five yards per carry and scoring four rushing TDs. The Panthers

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boys hoops Points Per Game Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

21.8

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

20.8

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

19.9

Jalen Jackson, JCA

17.0

George Sargeant, Maine South

15.9

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

15.2

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central

14.4

Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South

14.2

Evan Hines, Niles West

14.0

John Rebellato, Westmont

13.8

Jon Arenas, Maine South

13.4

Shane Ritter, Plainfield South

13.3

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

13.2

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

12.7

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

12.2

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

11.8

London Stamps, Romeoville

11.7

Jerry Gillespie, Joliet Central

11.6

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

10.9

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

10.9

Octavius Parker, Niles West

10.5

Broderic Thomas, Bolingbrook

10.5

Denis Alibegovic, Downers South

10.5

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

10.3

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

10.3

Jojo Rios, Niles West

10.0

TJ Clifford, Downers South

8.9

James Claar, Plainfield East

8.8

Justin Windt, Plainfield Central

8.6

Davis Neilands, Maine South

8.6

Rebounds Per Game

column | from page 12 every play. And the really good thing for me is, he is a junior and will be back next season. Mike: After Barrington ousted Maine South’s football team from the postseason, coach David Inserra heaped praise on senior two-way standout Justin Fahey, and for good reason. Pound-forpound, Fahey—listed at 5-8, but that may have been a generous listing—was arguably the best allaround player in the CSL last fall. He left everything on the field game in and game out. Not only did he lead the Hawks in rushing, but he was named CSL South Defensive Player of the Year.

Best athlete covered: Scott: Janile Rogers, Minooka. The senior scored 25 points at state for the Indians, leading them to a fifth-place finish in state. She took home the state title in the

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

9.0

Jon Arenas, Maine South

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

.905

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

8.8

Da’Von Foster, Joliet West

TJ Clifford, Downers South

Broderic Thomas, Bolingbrook

.882

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

8.7

TJ Clifford, Downers South

Broderic Thomas, Bolingbrook

Octavius Parker, Niles West

.820

George Sargeant, Maine South

8.4

Brandon Smeets, Plainfield North

Mirsad Mackic, Niles West

Jacob Klima, Joliet Central

.818

Dimitri Akenten, Bolingbrook

8.2

Mirsad Mackic, Niles West

John Rebellato, Westmont

Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South

.800

Malik Fuller, Joliet Central

7.8

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

Malcohm Hill, Joliet West

Jalen Jackson, JCA

.800

Davis Neilands, Maine South

6.4

Theyvion Kirk, Joliet West

Dwayne Griffin, Romeoville

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

.790

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

6.3

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

Wynston Wright, Plainfield East

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

.780

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

6.3

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

.770

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

5.9

Octavius Parker, Niles West

Scott Gustafson, Plainfield Central

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

.740

Justin Windt, Plainfield Central

5.8

Sean Alexander, Westmont

Peter Funk, Downers South

Jerry Gillespie, Joliet Central

.736

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

5.5

Mantas Augustinavicius, DGS

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

Sean Alexander, Westmont

.714

Kewon Ware, Joliet Central

5.3

Johnny Kostelz, Plainfield Central

Da’Von Foster, Joliet West

Jojo Rios, Niles West

.710

James Claar, Plainfield East

5.2

Ternell Jordan, Joliet Central

Sean Alexander, Westmont

Jamal Harmon, Plainfield Central

5.2

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

Nick Thomaston, Plainfield Central 5.2

Steals

Field Goal % Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

3-pointers Jalen Jackson, JCA

.763

John Rebellato, Westmont

Quintin Brown, Westmont

5.0

Jon Arenas, Maine South

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

.703

Denis Alibegovic, Downers South

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

5.0

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

George Sargeant, Maine South

.670

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

TJ Clifford, Downers South

5.0

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Jamal Harmon, Plainfield Central .660

Evan Hines, Niles West

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

4.9

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

Kenyon Woodfork, Joliet Central

.636

Shane Ritter, Plainfield South

George Sargeant, Maine South

Davis Neilands, Maine South

.610

Octavius Parker, Niles West

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

Assists 56

Adam Doll, Westmont

Jon Arenas, Maine South

.590

Nick Thomaston, Plainfield Central

Adam Doll, Westmont

Richie Elias, Plainfield North

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

.570

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

Nick Ruben, Maine South

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

.545

Broderic Thomas, Bolingbrook

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

Sam Ebersold, Downers South

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

.540

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

John Paul Leagogo, Westmont

Brandon Smeets, Plainfield North

Dimitri Akenten, Bolingbrook

.533

London Stamps, Romeoville

Wynston Wright, Plainfield East

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

Jojo Rios, Niles West

.530

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Michael Ortiz, Plainfield South

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

Jobin Varghese, Niles West

.520

Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South

George Sargeant, Maine South

Evan Hines, Niles West

Tony Borges, Romeoville

.517

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

Wilyam Wright, Plainfield East

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

.500

Jojo Rios, Niles West

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central

Octavius Parker, Niles West

Jalen Jackson, JCA

.490

Scott Gustafson, Plainfield Central

Broderic Thomas, Bolingbrook

Bryan Villeda, Niles West

Evan Hines, Niles West

.490

Johnny Kostelz, Plainfield Central

Jonathan Allison, Plainfield South

Chuck Hunter, Romeoville

Tom Carney, Joliet West

long jump, finished fourth in the 100-meter dash and was a part of fifth and sixth-place finishes in state. It was the most impressive individual performance I have covered in my six years at state girls track and field. Mark: There were some really good ones last year from the likes of Sean O’Mara and Jasmine Lumpkin, but there was one athlete that stood out from the rest and that was Plainfield Central sprinter Kahmari Montgomery. The thenjunior not only became Illinois’ fastest man, winning the 100 meter dash, he doubled up, winning the 200 dash as well. Mike: It’s difficult enough to star in one sport, let alone two, but Elanta Slowek of Maine East did just that. She helped lead the Demons to their record-setting girls basketball campaign last winter, playing stingy defense while being the team’s second-leading scorer. Then in the spring, she won a state

medal in the discus at the Class 3A state meet—an event in which she had never competed prior to 2013.

Most disappointing moment covered: Scott: Normal West Supersectional volleyball. Plainfield North relinquished big leads in both sets to Normal Community to fall in straight sets. The Tigers were looking to become the first volleyball team since 1989 to make it to state from Plainfield. There’s no doubt in my mind if the two teams played 10 times, the Tigers would win eight times. Mark: I will have to say the IHSA Class 4A basketball state semifinals when Stevenson superstar Jalen Brunson capped off an amazing 56-point performance by flipping off the Whitney Young fans with both hands. I was not at the game, but thanks to the wonderful world of social media was able to chime in and react to the event as it unfolded.

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There have been many different opinions on what happened, but my opinion is that he did it out of frustration and then his coaching staff and school bullied the IHSA into removing a suspension they had handed down for the thirdplace game. Overall, the whole incident was a disappointment. Mike: For Bolingbrook softball team, its 7-1 victory over Benet to win its first regional title in school history was sheer elation. But for Benet, the loss was a major disappointment. The Redwings entered the game as the No. 1 seed in their sectional and sported a 30-2 record. Their lineup, 1-9, was as formidable as any in the state last spring, yet an anticipated deep postseason run was short-circuited by the Raiders.

Most impressive performance covered (individual or team): Scott: The day Tom Poznanski

of Plainfield Central had against rival Plainfield North in a Bolingbrook Sectional semifinal was one for the ages. Poznanski slammed home 24 balls as the Wildcats took down the Tigers to advance to the sectional championship. Everyone knew who was getting the ball and it didn’t stop Poznanski from delivering in clutch moments. MarK: I am going to head back to the state track and field meet for this one and say my most impressive cover this year was watching Plainfield Central’s Luke Winder win his second-straight state pole vault state championship, while breaking the IHSA outdoor record by clearing 17-feet, 3-inches. Mike: When it comes to track and field, I’m all about the sprints. John Hader of Maine South darted to Class 3A sectional crowns in both the 100- and 200-yard dashes, and then made school history by becoming the first Hawk to earn state medals in both events.

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Minecraft Tournament. 2-4 p.m. at the Park Ridge Public Library, 20 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. Spend your day off of school at the library for our Minecraft creative competition! You’ll have the afternoon to complete for a chance to win a Minecraft prize. For more information, call 847825-3123 or visit www. parkridgelibrary.org.

New Release Movie - Jersey Boys. 2-4:15 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Jersey Boys, Rated R, 134 min.-The story of four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in New Jersey who came together to form the iconic 1960s rock group The Four Seasons. For more information, call 847663-1234 or visit www. nileslibrary.org.

The Hobbit - The Desolation of Smaug. 1:30-4:15 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. See The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug on the big screen. For more information, call 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary.org.

Indoor Playground. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Prairie View Community Center, 6834 Dempster, Morton Grove. When it’s cold outside, come inside for a little fun. The gym will be transformed into a playground; using slides, mats, bikes and more. Adult supervision is required. This is a drop-in program and fees are collected at the front desk. For more information, call 847965-1200 or visit www. mortongroveparks.com.

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BookBites - Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand. 7-8 p.m. at The Glenview House, 1843 Glenview Road. Unwind in the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere of The Glenview House with a bite to eat and drink, good company, and a lively book discussion. Current discussion books are available for checkout at Adult Fiction four weeks prior to each discussion. Co-sponsored by the Glenview Public Library. For more information, contact the Niles Public Library at 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary. org.

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Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. Hobbit Happening! Teens compete for prizes in the Hobbit-themed stunts of the popular NBC show. Teens will have one minute to compete in various skill-building challenges. For more information, call 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary.org.

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p.m. at the Prairie View Community Center, 6834 Dempster, Morton Grove. When it’s cold outside, come inside for a little fun. The gym will be transformed into a playground; using slides, mats, bikes and more. Adult supervision is required. This is a drop-in program and fees are collected at the front desk. For more information, call 847-965-1200 or visit www.mortongroveparks.com.

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Silver Screen Series - Citizen Kane. 2-4 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Following the death of a publishing tycoon, news reporters scramble to discover the meaning of his final utterance. Orson Welles, Joseph Cotten. (1941, NR, 2 hr). For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

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Toastmasters Club Meeting. 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St., Niles. The Niles All American Speakers are charter members of Toastmasters International, a club devoted to the refinement of speech. For more information, call 847-663-1234.

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Go Green Park Ridge Meeting. 6-7 p.m. at St Mary’s EpiscopalChurch, 306 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. Join other members of Go Green Park Ridge and help raise awareness of environmental issues in our town. The group meets monthly on the first Tuesday of each month. Go Green does NOT meet in June, July or August. For more information, call 847-232-4003. Mother-Daughter Book Club. 7-8 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Bring your mother (or aunt, grandmother, neighbor, older sister, or teacher) with you for a lively discussion and activities connected to the book of the month. January: “Where the Mountain Meets the Moon” by Grace Lin. Registration begins Dec. 6. To register, visit the library or call 847-929-5102. Registrants receive a copy of the book to keep.

JANUARY 7

The King’s Birthday. 12:30-2:30 p.m. at the Park Ridge Senior Center,

100 S. Western Ave. On January 8, 1935 the King of Rock and Roll was born. Join us as we celebrate his birthday with Don Reitsma, performing an Elvis tribute. Instead of dining on Elvis’ favorite peanut butter and banana sandwiches, we will have diner favorites form the 50s; cheeseburgers, fries, colesaw, and milk shakes. You’ll leave this luncheon all shook up! Ages: 55 & Up. Fee: R/NR: $17 Member/$19 Guest. For more information, call 847-6923597 or visit www.prparks.org/ facilities/senior-center. DIY Crafts - Glass Etching.6-7 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Etch your name or a design into glass! Instructions and supplies will be provided but you can bring some extra glass objects to etch if you’d like. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 847-965-4220 or visit www. mgpl.org/events.

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Storytime. Storytime for 2’s with

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Trying to help a good friend to grow up a little Goals need to be much more realistic in this case By dave ramsey dave says

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Dear Dave, I have a friend who is experiencing financial problems. She is between real jobs at the moment and only bringing in about $600 a month. But even when she’s working regularly, she doesn’t budget or manage her money wisely, and she’s always looking for more money. On top of all this, she’s holding out hope for her dream job out of state. She interviewed several months ago, and hasn’t heard anything from the company. What can I do to help her? Gina Dear Gina, I don’t mean this as an insult

The answer to that, so much as an observation, when you’re basically but your friend sounds kind unemployed, is to of flighty and impulsive to work any job – and any me. I think she may also be a three or four jobs. Wait bit immature. So what we’re tables, deliver pizzas really talking about here is or mow yards. I don’t how to get your friend to Dave Says grow up a little bit and stop money advice by care what, just generate dave ramsey some income. Work chasing rainbows. Don’t get all the time and smile! me wrong. There’s absolutely nothing wrong with having a You never know when you might dream job, but you have to be be talking to your next employer. realistic and practical at the same You could be walking someone’s dog one day and end up in their time. Right now, I want her chasing marketing department the next. three or four smaller job rainbows But none of this will happen if at once so she’ll actually have a you’re trying to feel better about chance of catching something. yourself by sitting home watching When you chase just one, in most Oprah reruns. I assume that since you’re cases you end up with nothing. The first thing I’d tell her is that friends, she’s willing to listen to the most employable people are what you have to say. But if she ones who aren’t broke. When you won’t, all you can do is pray for her. go into an interview and you’re Remember the old saying, “Those broke, you come off as tense and convinced against their will are of desperate, and you don’t make a the same opinion still.” —Dave very good job candidate.

calendar | from page 17 adult 9:30-9:50 a.m. and Storytime for 3’s with adult 10:15-10:45 a.m. Siblings welcome. For more information, call 847-825-3121 or visit www.parkridgelibrary.org.

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Mega Movie Pajama Night. 6-9 p.m. at the Maine Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley St., Park Ridge. Hey kids, come dressed in your favorite pjs and enjoy an evening of fun! Play games, enjoy a fun snack, and watch a G/PG rated movie on our inflatable movie screen in the gym. This is a great opportunity for parents to enjoy a quiet evening to themselves.

R/NR: $15/$27. Ages 4-9. For more information or to register, call 847692-5127 or visit www.prparks.org/ events. MGPL After Dark - Concert by the Flutarians. 7-8 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Celebrate the reopening of the Baxter Room with a concert of mixed styles of flute and piano music performed by Richard Sladek on piano and Joyce Oakes and Library Director Debra Stombres on flute. Warm up with hot chocolate. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl. org/events.

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Monday Morning Playground. 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Tired of those boring old toys at home? Drop in and meet new friends for play and fun in the Activity Room. Parent or caregiver must attend with child. Family event. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www. mgpl.org/events. Yarn Gang. 4-5 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Try your hand at knitting, crochet, and other yarn crafts! Learn a new skill or bring a current project. Grades 1 and up. For

Honeymoon on a budget Dear Dave, I just got married, and my husband and I want to book a combination honeymoon and New Year’s trip to celebrate. We don’t have all the money for it right now, but will have in a few weeks. We were thinking about booking the trip on a zero-interest credit card, and paying it off when we have all the money. I know you hate debt, but would this be okay since it would be a very shortterm debt? Laura Dear Laura, I know you guys are excited and happy about being married. And I wish you all the happiness in the world. But I don’t recommend credit cards of any kind, for any reason, whatsoever. I don’t want to burst your bubble, but if you can’t pay for this trip up front you can’t afford

more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

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Listen Up! 10-11 a.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Love stories, songs, and crafts? There are so many things you can learn when you open your ears and listen. For children and their parent or caregiver. All Ages (Preschool) with parent or caregiver. For more information, call 847-9654220 or visit www.mgpl.org/events. New Year’s Resolutions There’s an App for That. 2-3 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Hear about our favorite smartpohne or tablet apps that will help you start out the New Year right and share some of your own. Registration limited to 10. Morton Grove residents have priority.Please bring your device and the account information. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www. mgpl.org/events. Mother-Daughter Book Club. 7-8 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Bring your mother (or aunt, grandmother, neighbor, older sister, or teacher) with you for a lively discussion and activities connected to the book of the month. January: “A

it. Believe it or not, lots of people postpone wedding trips until they’ve had a chance to save up a little bit of money. Some folks have never even gone on a honeymoon trip, and they have great, loving marriages. My advice to you and your new husband is to work, and save up a little bit more. Maybe one or both of you could pick up extra jobs for a little while, and make it happen sooner. Then, when you can pay cash for the trip, go have a blast on a honeymoon you can afford! —Dave *Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover, EntreLeadership and Smart Money Smart Kids. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

Tangle of Knots” by Lisa Graff. Grades 5-6. Registration begins Dec. 13. To register, visit the library or call 847929-5102. Registrants receive a copy of the book to keep.

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LitLounge - ‘Americanah’ by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie. 7-8:30 p.m. at The Curragh, 8266 Lincoln Ave., Skokie. A young woman from Nigeria leaves behind her home and her first love to start a new life in America, only to find her dreams are not all she expected. (NoveList Plus) Due to the book’s length, we will discuss the first half of the story in January and continue with the discussion in February. LitLounge, a book group co-sponsored by the Morton Grove Public Library and the Skokie Public Library. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

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Hot Ticket - The HundredFoot Journey. 2-4 p.m. and 6:308:30 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. The Kadam family leaves India for France, where they open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallore’s Michelinstarred eatery. Cast: Helen Mirren, Om Puri. (2014, PG, 2 hr). For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

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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 5888420. 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, 12:30 p.m., contact Jaymi at the Niles Senior Center for more information.

Table Tennis is now at the NSC! Come on in, and play some Table Tennis, also known as Ping Pong! Stop in at the Front Desk for more information.

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Niles Rhythm Band members needed! Keep a beat or sing along! Everyone is welcome to join this fun band. Call 847-588-8420 for more information.

Stop in and check out the NEW Media Center! There are 10 new laptops, and an iPad. Volunteer Assistance! Drop-in Hours: • Mondays, 1-3 p.m. • Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m. • Thursdays, 2-3 p.m. • Fridays, 1-3 p.m.

Tax Volunteers Needed! Volunteers are needed for the AARP Tax Aide Program. If you are interested in being trained to be an electronic filer, please contact Kelly Mickle at (847)588-8420. Training takes place in early January. Tax appointments are scheduled from early February through mid-April.

Dinner & Movie ‘Blended’ (PG 13 2014) Tuesday, Jan. 20, 5 p.m, $2M/$3NM Starring: Adam Sandler & Drew Barrymore. “After a bad blind date, a man and woman find themselves stuck together at a resort for families, where their attraction grows as their respective kids benefit from the burgeoning relationship.”–IMDB. Dinner includes a hot dog, chips & dessert.

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Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge

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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 flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

SCRAM #1, Mail Scam & Fraud Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2 p.m. Free with registration. Presented by the Niles Police Department. SCRAM, Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Matters is a program that will increase a seniors awareness of crimes as they relate to you daily life. These scams target seniors and soon to be seniors including mail fraud, funeral planning fraud and medical equipment fraud. Open to everyone.

2014 Mid-Term Elections Friday, Jan. 30, 12:15-2 p.m, $10M/$15NM How They Set the Stage for Relations Between Congress and the White House with Julie Strauss, Oakton Community College Professor. First we will review the 2014 results, what themes and strategies paid off and which failed. Then we will examine how a change in Senate majority and leadership and an increase in the House majority affected relations with the

White House and their respective policy agendas. We will focus on immigration, the issues. Lunch includes a cheeseburger, chips and dessert.

Pancake Brunch with the Men’s Club Monday, Feb. 9, 9:30-11 a.m, $5M/$7.50NM Enjoy a pancake brunch cooked by the guys. Play some games for prizes! All are invited.

Bossa Nova with Jim Kendros Wednesday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m.,

$5M/$7.50NM Enjoy the warm, breezy charm of The Bossa Nova. When you hear its “new beat” you’ll know why it captured the hearts of music lovers in the early 1950’s and continues to do so today. Jim will share with us the magic of Bossa Nova favorites, including the greatest Bossa Nova song of all time.

“Matter of Balance” Program (8 classes) Thursdays, Feb. 19-April 9, 9:3011:30 a.m. $15M/$20NM

Many older adults experience concerns about falling and may restrict their activities. This evidence-based program is designed to improve fall awareness and increase general activity levels. It will also emphasize practical

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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; Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for manyinterestsandhobbies;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: 1st Thursday of the month, 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!

Weekly Drop in Programs These activities are open to members. Non-members pay a $2 daily admission if participating in these programs. For further information on any of these activities, please contact the registration office at 847-692-3597. Monday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise $3/class; • 9:30-noon, Ceramics $7/class; • 10:30-11:30 a.m., Exercise $3/ class; • 1-4 p.m., Pinochle (Second Monday of the month), Free; • 2:30-3:30 p.m. Uketones, Free; and • Anytime, Cards and games, Free. Tuesday • 9 a.m. Police Breakfast (3rd Tues of the month), Free; • 9:30am–noon, Ceramics $7/class; • 12:30-3 p.m., Mah-Jongg, Free; • 1 p.m., Bunco (3rd Tues of the month), Free; • 1–4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free. Wednesday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise, $3/class; • 9:30 a.m.–noon, Social Worker, Free; • 10:30–11:30 a.m., Exercise, $3/ class; • 1-4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free;

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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

• 1:30 p.m., Computer Club (1st Wed of the month), Free; • 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wed. Night Bridge Group, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free. Thursday • 9–11 a.m., Woodcarving, Free; • 10:15–11:15 a.m., Humanities, Free; • 1–4:30 p.m. Couple’s Bridge (2nd Thurs of the month), Free • 1–4:30 p.m. Pinochle (3rd Thurs of the month), Free • 1–4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free. Friday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise, $3/class; • 9 a.m.-noon, Duplicate Bridge, Free; • 9:30-10:30 a.m., Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar Screening (3rd Fri. of the month), Free; • 10:30–11:30 a.m., Exercise, $3/ class; • 1-4:30 p.m., Games, Free.

locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847588-8420 for more information.

Saturday • 1-5 p.m., Pinochle, Free. Sunday • 1-5 p.m., Bridge Mixer, Free; • 1-5 p.m., Pinochle, (4th Sun. of the month), Free.

MONEY MATTERS with Chris Valentine Mondays, Jan. 19, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a free program of financial tips and answers your questions. Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

COMPUTER CLUB with Richard Brandt Wednesday, Jan. 7, 1:30 p.m. Park Ridge Senior, 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

PARK RIDGE CHORALIERS Fridays, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 1 p.m. Do you love to sing? Join our chorus to sing great music with great friends! There is a yearly fee of $54 to cover the cost of the accompanist.

OPERA ARTS CLUB with Leo Rizzetto Thursday, Jan. 8, noon Arrigo Boito’s “Mefistofele” will be shown. Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

ARK RIDGE POLICE BREAKFAST Tuesday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m. Free breakfast with program to follow. Breakfast is provided courtesy of Panera Bread and Jewel. Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

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Thursday, Jan. 8, at 1 p.m. Join us for a monthly book discussion led by Terry Caldrone. Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

Tuesday, Jan. 20, 11 a.m.-noon Do you have a new tablet, cell phone, or laptop? Stop by! Park

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CAMERA CLUB with Elfriede Rieger & John Wendt Tuesday, Jan. 27, 9:30 a.m. Karen Malmin takes us on a majestic Trans-Canada Rail Adventure using her stunning photography. Highlights include Vancouver and Victoria, Canada. Park Ridge Senior, 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

Morton Grove North Shore Senior Center

Director Recognized by the Association of Illinois Senior Centers Mary Swanson, left, Director of the senior department of Maine Township, has been recognized by the Association of Illinois Senior Centers with its 2014 Mind, Body, Spirit Award. It was presented Dec. 12 at the Illinois Governor’s Conference on Aging and Disability. Here, Supervisor Carol A. Teschky, congratulates Swanson at the Dec. 22 Township Board meeting. The award recognizes the accomplishments of Swanson and her department in serving over 4,000 members in the townshipaffiliated MaineStreamers which brings socialization, recreational and educational programming to older adults. (SUBMITTED PHOTO)

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, 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 HomeEnergyAssistanceProgram, with Senior Health Insurance Program volunteers, and to discuss individual concerns of all kinds.

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

Kathleen B. Sullivan Kathleen “Kay” B. Sullivan, nee Rodgers, beloved wife of 58 years to the late Gerald; loving mother of Kathleen (Bill) Mahoney, Dennis, Eileen, Brian (Laurie) and the late Kevin (Mary) Sullivan; proud and devoted grandmother of Ryan (Michelle), Conor (Whitney), Brendan and Kevin (Sara) Mahoney; Theresa, Maureen (Chad) Darlington and the late Connor Sullivan; Gavin and Keegan Sullivan, Angela (Jeremy) Larsen and Dustin Roop; Brady

and Kaley Sullivan; dear greatgrandmother of Aiden and Jase Larsen, Mackenzie Mahoney, and Draco and Remy Corp; dear sister of Cornelius H. (Lorie) Rodgers and the late Theresa (the late Jim) Peifer and Sally Brennan; fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. Kathleen was a member of the USO in World War II, past-president of Notre Dame High School Mothers Club and president of the Notre Dame Alumni Club. She was a member

and timeless volunteer at IAHC, as well as a proud Eucharistic minister. Visitation is at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, on Monday from 3-9 p.m. Funeral is Tuesday at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church. Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Rainbow Hospice or IAHC would be appreciated. For more information, call 847-685-1002 or visit www. cooneyfuneralhome.com.

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 Center of Concern

The mission of The Center of Concern is to provide housing assistance, support services, and counseling for seniors, the disabled, and others in need, enabling them to live with dignity and independence. The Center’s web site is www.centerofconcern. org.

Volunteers 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 Tracey at 847-823-0453 or email Tholmes@ centerofconcern.org. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

Calendar of Events 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 847-8230453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

Wills and Powers of Attorney 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.

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