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JANUARY 29, 2015 VOL. 59 ISSUE 17

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SChoolS Maine East robotics teams dive into competition Students designed, constructed robots prior to competitions

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oPinion Examining how tax cuts are born

St. John Brebeuf open house celebrates Catholic Schools Week St. John Brebeuf School opened its doors Sunday morning to students and their families, as well as prospective students and families, for an open house and kick-off celebration for Catholic School Week. Dylan Durand took first place

in a name the rink contest for his entry “heaven Skate.” For his winning entry, Durand earned bragging rights and a $50 gift card to kappy’s Restaurant in Niles. Father Michael Meany gave the blessing to the ice rink. See the full Story on Page 2

Dylan Durand, middle, poses with St. John Brebeuf Principal Elise Matson, left, Jennifer Durand and brother gavin after winning the naming rights for the SJB Ice Rink with his entry “heaven Skate.” (Photo Courtesy of Dick Barton)

Politicians have to try harder to cut taxes

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tRaVel Rick Steves’ Europe: Playful Padua Padua home to prestigious university that hosted Galileo, Copernicus, Dante and Petrarch see page 8

SPoRtS hawks keep rolling Maine South win streak reaches 10 games

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Father Michael Meany at the heaven Skate school rink blessing (Photo By Cynthia P. Schiller)

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St. John Brebeuf open house celebrates Catholic Schools Week Name the rink, shoot the puck contests offered family fun for current, prospective students and families By Cynthia P. Schiller For the bugle

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St. John Brebeuf School opened its doors Sunday morning to students and their families, as well as prospective students and families, for an open house and kick-off celebration for Catholic School Week. Dylan Durand took first place in a name the rink contest for his entry “Heaven Skate.” For his winning entry, Durand earned bragging rights and a $50 gift card to Kappy’s Restaurant in Niles. Father Michael Meany gave the blessing to the ice rink. The open house event also gave potential students and their families the opportunity to learn more about attending St. John

Brebeuf School. Principal Elise Matson explained that there are two partial scholarship programs through the parish and through the archdiocese for potential students to access. Annual preschool tuition starts at $2,332 and full-day kindergarten starts at $4,995. The Niles Bugle sponsored the name the rink contest and WBBM-TV, CBS Channel 2, was on hand for the Catholic School Week event. Additionally, attendees were

Peter Seitzinger, a fourth grader, takes a shot on goal during a shoot the puck contest at the open house event. (Photo Courtesy of Dick Barton) able to participate in a shoot the puck contest during the open house. Each participant was given a raffle ticket, and the winner of the raffle received a Duncan Keith Blackhawks jersey. Other prizes included gift cards to the Sport Authority, and all participants received two passes to the new Niles Park District Ice Rink.

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Police plan Super Bowl crackdown on drunk drivers Weekend enforcement effort will also target seat belt violators The Niles Police Department announced Monday it will conduct special patrols this Super Bowl weekend in order to crack down on drunk drivers and seat belt law violators. “Drunk driving is completely preventable,” Interim Chief of Police Dennis Mc Enerney said. “All it takes is a little planning.” Mc Enerney said fans celebrating the game should make the simple choice of either drinking or driving, adding that those who do both will be arrested.

“If you plan on drinking alcohol while cheering on your team, pass your keys to a sober driver before the Super Bowl party begins,” he said. In addition to drunk driving crackdowns, police will also be looking for motorists who ignore seatbelt laws. Niles Police Sgt. Robert Tornabene said always designating a sober driver and not letting friends drive drunk are just two of the many simple steps people can take to help avoid a tragic crash or an arrest due to

drunk driving. Police said people who are drinking should either call a taxi, use mass transit, or call a sober friend or family member to get them home safely. People are also asked to report drunk drivers to law enforcement. The Niles Police Department said its Super Bowl enforcement effort is funded with federal traffic safety funds administered by the Illinois Department of Transportation. Niles Police Sgt. Robert Tornabene said always designating a sober driver and not letting friends drive drunk are just two of the many simple steps people can take to help avoid a tragic crash or an arrest due to drunk driving.

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Library board considers limiting attendance at religious events Library spent $2,028 in 2014 for trustee, staff attendance at community events By Cynthia P. Schiller For the bugle

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The Niles Library Board discussed last week whether to limit trustee attendance at religious events in the community. During their Jan. 21 meeting, trustees considered what types of religious activities might be considered objectionable for their participation. Among some board members, concerns were expressed as to whether or not nonprofit organizations would profit from contact with the library’s trustees or staff. In terms of money aspects of the issue, the board considered whether or not library funds would be going toward nonprofit organizations. Additionally, the library board discussed whether the library should be spending money for events that can be described as

fundraisers. In the past, formal invitations to these types of events were offered to board members, including at least one trustee who purchased a ticket to a fundraiser through St. John Brebeuf Catholic Parish. “We shouldn’t be donating funds to nonprofit organizations,” Niles Library Board President Morgan Dubiel said. However, trustee Danette Matyas, who attended St. John Brebeuf School, argued that attendance at some of these events was justified. “I can see going to St. John’s,” Matyas said, noting that children from the school are always studying at the library. Sasha Vasilic, digital marketing coordinator, said the library spent $2,028 on trustee and staff attendance at community events in 2014, which is approximately 0.032 percent of its $6.4 million budget.

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“It is important that library trustees and library staff members stay connected with patrons, local businesses and community officials in our district by attending community events and raising awareness of our services and resources.” “None of these expenditures were outright donations but rather for attendance at events,” Vasilic said. “It is important that library trustees and library staff members stay connected with patrons, local businesses and community officials in our district by attending community events and raising awareness of our services and resources.” No additional board meeting agenda time had been scheduled for further discussion of the issue as of the end of the January board meeting.

In the Jan. 15 issue, The Niles Bugle incorrectly stated, “Chris Cohen will challenge incumbent commissioner Chris Zalinski for a two-year term.” The sentence should have read, “Neil Cohn will challenge incumbent commissioner Chris Zalinski for a two-year term.” The Bugle apologizes for this error.

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Library board approves computer filtering system New policy would revise Internet action policy for legitimate research By Cynthia P. Schiller For the bugle

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After adopting a strict filtering policy at a previous meeting, the Niles Library Board decided last week to purchase new filtering equipment to help block computers and other devices from accessing pornography and other illicit content. The library board unanimously voted to approve the purchase of the Lightspeed Systems Bottle Rocket filtering system during its Jan. 21 meeting, after discussing its features and price. Information about the proposed filtering system was compared to two different systems available for the library to purchase. The Lightspeed Systems Bottle Rocket carried a price tag of $9,000

for a three-year subscription, including hardware and warranty, and $14,000 for five years. The library also received quotes on the Barracuda Networks Web Filter 410, which would have cost $19,764, and Content Watch CP200. The Barracuda filter quote included a price on licensing, three-year instant replacement and five-year instant replacement. Content Watch quoted its hardware at $7,998 and a total three-year cost of $23,858. According to reports, an original proposal for filtering devices was directed at racist or violent content, in addition to nudity and pornography. During Thursday night’s meeting, the board discussed the possibility of legitimate reasons for viewing nudity on library computers, such as visual art, and whether or not

to adopt a revised library Internet action policy. The board unanimously approved the new policy, which will continue to allow library staff to terminate a patron’s session and revoke privileges. However, a verbal warning would first be issued, in compliance with state and federal law, if there are indications with the filtering system. When discussing how to cooperate with local, state and federal law enforcement officials with regards to the revised policy, concerns were brought up in the discussion as to how to keep track of the verbal warning. Staff suggested that a patron’s library card or guest pass, which is needed to use the computers, should make it possible to effectively monitor patrons’ actions. The new policy will allow library staff to turn the filter off if they feel it is interfering with legitimate research, such as preventing art with nudity from being viewed.

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Several students Maine East High School are showing they have the technical knowhow to build robots, yes robots, worthy of competition.

Maine East robotics teams dive into competition Students designed, constructed and redesigned robots prior to competitions By bugle staff nweditor@buglenewspapers.com @BugleNewspapers

Several students Maine East High School are showing they have the technical knowhow to build robots, yes robots, worthy of competition. Two rookie teams representing Maine East competed against nine area high school teams in a For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology (FIRST) Tech Challenge league event on Dec. 19 and again Saturday in the league championship. The Maine East students were members of a newly formed robotics club who spent many hours after school designing, constructing, and testing their concepts using a mock-up arena. “After weeks of work, it was finally great to see our robot in action,” sophomore Joseph Varilla said. “Our robot is much improved and more versatile. I can’t wait to see what more we can make the robot do before the next tournament.” The FTC competition is played on a 12-foot by 12-foot

square playing field where two randomly selected teams are paired together as an alliance and playing against another alliance of two similarly selected teams. In this year’s FTC challenge, Cascade Effect, the objective is to score points by picking plastic balls after their robot succeeds in releasing them from a structure located in the center of the playing field, and placing them in one of their three alliance’s scoring tubes. Additional points are earned by completing various tasks such as moving and parking scoring tubes on ramps, or parking their robot in a designated location in the final 30 seconds of the match. Interestingly, a team’s alliance partner in one match may be their opponent in a later match. “It was a great experience and a really fun night,” freshman Diann George said. “It was interesting to see different robots and the different methods the robot had. All the matches were intense. We also realized some flaws in our robot, so it is awesome that this meet also gave us a learning experience.” The teams redesigned their robots in preparation for the league championship held Saturday at Lundahl Middle School in Crystal Lake.

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Law enforcement veteran seeks seat on park board Cohn will challenge incumbent Zalinski for 2-year term on Board of Commissioners By Jonathan Samples bugle staff

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Niles resident Neil Cohn is looking to unseat incumbent park district commissioner Chris Zalinski in the April 7 consolidated election. Cohn, who has lived in the

village for more than 50 years, said his two daughters - ages 10 and 5 - have been involved in a variety of park district programs, including baseball, soccer and Bright Beginnings Preschool. Cohn said their involvement has given him a lot of experience with the park district and influenced his bid for the Niles Park District

Board of Commissioners. “I decided to run because my daughters are getting more involved in the park district, and I think I have new ideas that would help out,” he said. A sergeant Neil Cohn in the fugitive park board challenger warrant unit of the Cook County Sheriff’s Department,

Cohn, 56, said his nearly 24 years of law enforcement experience has given him a unique perspective on issues related to safety. “The park district is running so well, and the parks are secure now,” he said. “But, I could bring in some new ideas on how to make parks more secure.” Five candidates are looking to fill three seats on the park district board. Incumbent commissioners Ray Czarnik and Patrick Byrne

“The park district is running so well, and the parks are secure now,” he said. “But, I could bring in some new ideas on how to make parks more secure.” and newcomer Jason Trunco are running for two 4-year terms. Cohn and Zalinski are running for one 2-year term.

www.cookcountycrimestoppers.org • 800.535.stop Thursday, January 29, 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.

Niles Mauro A. Gallegos, 43, 8880 Root, Niles, was arrested at 10:10 p.m. Jan. 17 in the 8800 block of Root for domestic battery.

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Sylvia M. Johns, 24, 7618 W. Monroe, Niles, was arrested at 8:50 p.m. Jan. 17 in the 8000 block of Milwaukee for driving with suspended license.

Zolzaya Purevdorj, 34, 4120 Williamsburg Court, Glenview, was arrested at 4:11 p.m. Jan. 20 in the 8500 block of Golf Road for retail theft.

Park Ridge Hugo Perez-Banegos, 39, of the 2000 block of Pine, Des Plaines, was arrested at 7:45 a.m. Jan. 13 on Dempster and Luther for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and no valid driver’s license.

Stacy Blackwell, 28, of the 4200 block of Vincennes, Chicago, was arrested at 11:10 a.m. Jan. 13 in the 5600 block of Old Orchard, Skokie, for being the organizer of a continuing financial crimes enterprise and theft.

A 17 year-old from Des Plaines was arrested at 11:23 a.m. Jan. 14 in the 2600 block of West Dempster for possession of cannabis.

Eric C. Vehovc, 44, of the 2100 block of Spruce, Glenview, was arrested at 1:17 a.m. Jan. 15 in the 600 block of North Buffalo Grove Road, Buffalo Grove, for criminal damage to property.

Jan. 17 in the 400 block of South Greenwood for DUI, blood alcohol content greater than 0.08 and no proof of insurance.

Morton Grove Adrian Cholewa, 29, of Niles, arrested on Jan. 21 in the 6300 block of Oakton for retail theft.

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Kevin C. Talbot, 54, of the 600 block of North Home Avenue, Park Ridge, was arrested at 2:16 p.m. Jan. 16 in the 200 block of North Aldine for battery and failure to reduce speed.

Tyler Lopez, 20, of Evanston, was arrested on Jan. 10 in the 5900 block of Church for driving while license suspended and possession of cannabis.

Sarah A. Castro, 31, of the 5700 block of West Patterson, Chicago, was arrested at 11:52 p.m.

Joseph H. Youkhana, 18, of Des Plaines, was arrested on Jan. 16 on Dempster and Marmora

for possession of cannabis. The suspects vehicle was stopped for squealing its tires and traveling at a high rate of speed. Officer smelled a strong odor of cannabis emanating from the car and found cannabis. Rahul Gupta, 26, of Des Plaines, was arrested on Jan. 16 on Dempster and Ozark for DUI-alcohol. Complainant stated the suspect vehicle was swearing and driving on the shoulder on Interstate 94. Officer located the vehicle travelling west on Dempster. The vehicle sat for 8 seconds after the light turned green at Dempster and Harlem. Officer then clocked the suspect vehicle travelling 50 mph in a 35 mph zone. Officer stopped the

vehicle and the driver admitted to drinking. Suspect failed field sobriety tests and was arrested for DUI. At the police station suspect provided a breath sample, which yielded a result of 0.154. Gary T. Fedoruk, 57, of Harwood Heights, was arrested on Jan. 17 in the 8600 block of Frontage for DUI.

Suprena D. Cannon, 23, of Chicago; William W. Jacoub, 25, of Park Ridge; Shanta S. Pitts, 25, of Chicago; and Tristan G. Sumpter, 26, of Chicago, were all arrested on Jan. 18 in the 5700 block of Oakton for unlawful use of a weapon. Suspect vehicle was stopped for travelling 57 mph in a 35 mph zone. Officer found a loaded handgun

under the back seat. All subjects denied ownership of the gun and were taken into custody. Jeremy J. Sifuentes, 22, of

16 Skokie, was arrested on Jan.

18 in the 8300 block of Caldwell for misdemeanor speeding. Subject was travelling in excess of 30 mph over the speed limit. Adrian Crisan, 20, of Chicago, was arrested on Jan. 18 in the 5700 block of Dempster for speeding. Subject was traveling 74 mph in a 30 mph zone.

Wuilber A. Arita-Santos, 35, of

18 Chicago, was arrested on Jan. 22 on Birch and Dempster for no valid driver’s license.

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ever done that. It was unprecedented and we were a little nervous, but everything worked out just fine. That started a strong turn toward serious fiscal responsibility. People often complain Realizing we were still about government, but they delivering the same or better rarely understand exactly how service without all that things work. spending, we began to tighten They forget about the power things up some more. Despite of inertia, of doing the same concerns that this would be thing because everybody else ruinous, a survey at the time is doing it. Let me pull back indicated that 95 percent of the curtain and show you another PerSPeCtive patrons were “getting all they an exceptional case of how WITh MoRgaN need” from the library. government works; this time DUBIEL We limited library-spending for you and not against. About nine years ago something increases to no more than the rate of happened at the Niles Public Library inflation. Budgets should not grow that few people know of but many faster than the taxpayers’ ability to pay have been blessed by: A Tax Increment for it, thus avoiding future tax increases. Financing district for Niles Village We kept the budget strictly balanced was closed. These districts withhold and saved even more money. Eventually, that surplus grew to nearly property tax monies from schools, park districts and libraries, but when the TIF $12 million dollars, but elections have was closed we got an instant windfall consequences. The original board that had decided of approximately $200,000. The Library Administrator wanted to spend that on fiscal responsibility was replaced. money right away. The board said “No,” Barbara Nakinishi became board president and wanted to spend that and all hell broke loose. Our budget was already set, there was money on a renovation of the library. no reason to spend this money other The board was split over paying off than just to spend it. If families had to the old library bonds from 1995 before carefully save and plan for the future, embarking on any new construction. we should too. We were attacked and it The Library Director and President Barbara Nakinishi wanted to refinance was hard. Staff, led by the then-director, stated the bonds for an additional 20 years emphatically that the money belonged of interest payments. A real fight for to the library. They demanded we spend fairness began. Convinced that it was a financially it or bad things would happen. Trustees Dennis O’Donovan, Maureen sound plan, trustees originally voted Polcyn, Pat Cross, Fred Kudert, Dan 5-2 to pay off the bonds at the 2011 VonderHeide and myself stood firm. September Regular Board Meeting. Nobody in the history of the library had Those in favor were trustees Chris

Ball, Morgan Dubiel, Danette Matyas, Dennis O’Donovan and Sam Puleo. Those against were President Nakinishi and Vice President Linda Ryan. At a hastily called Dec. 20, 2011, Special Board Meeting, the board reversed the decision to pay off the bonds early on a 4-3 vote. They’d been presented with misleading information on the financial solvency of the library. Library Board Secretary Chris Ball disagreed strongly with the financial information presented at the meeting. He worked on the numbers over the Christmas holiday and then called a Special Board Meeting Dec. 27, 2011, at which he presented a spreadsheet showing that the Library could both pay off the bonds and still have more than enough money to pay for the upcoming library rehab. At the Dec. 27 meeting, trustees Sam Puleo and Danette Matyas switched their votes in favor of an early pay-off after hearing the correct information. The final vote to pay off the bonds and reduce taxes was 5-1. Barbara Nakinishi was not at the meeting, and Vice President Linda Ryan was the only “no” vote. As you can see, it was a briar patch to get through and only hard working and open-minded trustees could fix it. We were under enormous pressure and without Trustee Ball’s efforts, none of this would have passed. Because of all that hard work and willingness to take risks you got, for the first time in Niles history, a property tax cut. This is the true story of how tax cuts are born. You know some of the people involved. Ask them about it. What do you think? Did we make a mistake or did we do the right thing?

Send us your feedback at sweditor@buglenewspapers.com T h ur sday, January 29, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com Padua’s Basilica of St. Anthony is a fascinating mix of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. CREDIT: Rick Steves /Rick Steves’ Europe

Padua home to prestigious university that hosted Galileo, Copernicus, Dante and Petrarch From its student vibe to its early-Renaissance masterpieces, Padua is a great place to get chummy with the winds of the past

Since the students can graduate whenever they defend their thesis, I’ve never been here without little graduation parties erupting on the street all day long. Graduates are given a green laurel wreath. Then formal group photos are taken. It’s a sweet, multigenerational scene with family love and pride busting out all over. Then, grandma goes home and the craziness takes over. By rick steves Sober clothing is replaced tribune content agency by raunchy wear as gangs www.icksteves.com of friends gather around @RickSteves the new grad in the street I’m in Padua (just half an in front of the university, hour from Venice, but a world and the roast begins. A giant away), and I really like this butcher-paper poster with a town. Padua’s museums and generally obscene caricature churches hold their own in rick steves’ of the student - and a litany Italy’s artistic big league; its europe with rick steves of “This Is Your Life” photos hotels are reasonably priced and stories - is presented and the city doesn’t feel to the new grad who, with touristy. various embarrassing pranks being Nicknamed “The Brain of Veneto,” Padua (“Padova” in Italian) is home pulled, reads the funny statement to a prestigious university (founded in out loud. The poster is then taped to 1222) that hosted Galileo, Copernicus, the university wall for all to see (and Dante and Petrarch. Pilgrims know allowed to stay there for 24 hours). During the roast, the friends sing Padua as the home of the Basilica of St. Anthony, where the reverent a catchy but crude local university assemble to touch his tomb and anthem, reminding their newly ogle his remarkably intact lower esteemed friend to keep his or her feet jaw and tongue. And lovers of early- on the ground. Once I hear this song Renaissance art come here to make a (which starts like an Olympic games pilgrimage of their own: to gaze at the fanfare and finishes like a German remarkable 14th-century frescoes by cartoon: oom-pah-pah, oom-pah-pah) and see all the good-natured fun, I Giotto in the Scrovegni Chapel. When I come here, I like to ramble just can’t stop singing it. Eventually I stop humming this around Padua’s old town center. It’s profane ditty to seek out Padua’s a colonnaded, time-travel experience through some of Italy’s most inviting two main sights - the Basilica of St. squares, perfect for lingering over Anthony and the Scrovegni Chapel. an “aperitivo.” But it’s not old-time Friar Anthony of Padua - patron saint stodgy - this university town has of travelers, amputees, donkeys, 60,000 students and a wonderfully pregnant women, barren women, youthful vibe. No wonder Galileo flight attendants, and pig farmers - is called his 18 years on the faculty in buried in the basilica. Construction of this impressive Romanesque/Gothic Padua the best of his life. All over town, young people - church (with its Byzantine-style apparently without a lot of private domes) started immediately after space in their apartments - hang Anthony’s death in 1231. As a mark of out and kiss and cuddle in public his universal appeal and importance spaces. These students seemed in the medieval Church, he was very comfortable literally under the sainted within a year of his death. medieval tomb of one of their city’s Speedy. And for nearly 800 years, his remains and this glorious church have historic fathers. attracted pilgrims to Padua.

Gaze past the crowds and through the incense haze to Donatello’s glorious crucifix rising from the altar, and realize that this is one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Christendom. In the Chapel of the Reliquaries you’ll see the basilica’s most prized relic - Anthony’s tongue. When Anthony’s remains were exhumed 32 years after his death, his body had decayed to dust, but his tongue was found miraculously unspoiled and red in color. How appropriate for the great preacher who, full of the Spirit, couldn’t stop talking about God. On the opposite side of town is the glorious, renovated Scrovegni Chapel. It’s wallpapered with Giotto’s beautifully preserved cycle of nearly 40 frescoes depicting the lives of Jesus and Mary. Painted by Giotto and his assistants from 1303 to 1305 - and considered by many to be the first piece of “modern” art - this work makes it clear: Europe was breaking out of the Middle Ages. (Rick Steves (www.ricksteves. com) writes European travel guidebooks and hosts travel shows on public television and public radio. Email him at rick@ ricksteves.com and follow his blog on Facebook.) (c)2015 RICK STEVES DISTRIBUTED BY TRIBUNE CONTENT AGENCY, LLC.

Hotel Belludi 37 is a slick, stylish place near the Basilica of St. Anthony, renting 16 modern rooms shoehorned into an old building (moderate, www.belludi37.it). The family-run Hotel Majestic Toscanelli rents 34 charming, old-fashioned rooms in the city center (splurge, www. toscanelli.com).

Osteria dei Fabbri offers a good mix of quality and price, serving traditional Venetian and Paduan dishes (Via dei Fabbri 13, tel. 049-650-336). Casa del Pellegrino Ristorante caters to St. Anthony pilgrims with simple, hearty meals, served in a cheery dining room just north of the basilica (Via Cesarotti 21, tel. 049-876-0715).

The town is walkable, but you can also access Padua’s best sights from its tram line (www.apsholding.it).

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boys hoops

hAWkS

KEEP ROLLING Maine South on 10-game win streak

By mike Sandrolini SportS reporter

mike@nilesbugle.com @Voyager_Sport

Various area polls have Maine South’s boys basketball team rated anywhere from 10th to 20th, but there’s no debating that coach Tony Lavorato’s Hawks are the hottest team in the Bugle coverage area, boys or girls. The Hawks, with their 69-42 CSL South victory at Waukegan last Friday, have won 10 in a row—a streak that dates back to Dec. 27. They’re 18-2 overall and 5-1 in the CSL South. The 2014-15 Hawks’ season is eerily similar to the 2012-13 campaign in this respect: both clubs went undefeated in the fivegame Galesburg Martin Luther King tourney, and suffered their last defeat in the Proviso West Holiday Tournament. The 201213 squad racked up 17 straight victories before bowing in the sectional semifinals; now this year’s streak has reached double digits.

However, Lavorato isn’t into comparing his current team to the club two years ago that tied Maine South’s 2009-10 sectional championship squad with a school-record 28 victories. “We try not to compare past years,” he said. “They’re two different teams and journeys. We’re just trying to get better every day and enjoy the journey. We feel good where we’re at. The important thing is to focus on the present and enjoy the present. “We just need to keep perspective on it. We have a mature group. At the end of the season, hopefully we’ll go deep in playoffs and then have time to reflect on the journey.” Jon Arenas tallied 17 points against Waukegan while Caleb deMarigny and Davis Neilands scored 12 and 10 points, respectively. deMarigny and Neilands each grabbed six rebounds. The Hawks’ last loss occurred

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Jon arenas and Maine South have won 10 straight games.

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girls hoops

Family matters for Bandits on and off court By mike sandrolini sports reporter

mike@buglenewspapers.com @Voyager_Sport

Many sports teams talk about, and strive to develop, a family atmosphere. Resurrection basketball coach Keith Miniscalco recently experienced a loss in his immediate family that has brought the team—and the entire program, for that matter—together like a family. Miniscalco’s mother, Mary, passed away from cancer three days after Christmas, causing him to miss time coaching the Bandits at the Dundee-Crown Charger Classic. Assistant coaches Tom Kalleses and Carol Plodzien picked up his duties without missing a beat, and the team completed the tourney with a 2-2 record. “She was a person who was very dear to my heart,” Miniscalco said. “It was very hard to watch because it was so fast. Christmas was tough; we made the decision to let her go and keep her pain free and suffering free. She was in a lot of pain and we couldn’t let her go through that. “We have a great coaching staff that jumped right in, and Resurrection said, ‘Do what you need to do.’ ” A few days later, team members from the entire program (varsity, junior varsity and frosh-soph) attended his mother’s wake all dressed in their warmups to pay tribute. Miniscalco also runs Over The Edge Hoops in Chicago, which fields traveling teams for girls and boys in grades 4-8. Maine South sophomore forward Olivia Latreille, who once played for Over The Edge, also attended. “They all filed in,” Miniscalco said. “It was so heart-warming to see them all show up and pay their respects. I was so floored that I almost collapsed.” “He’s always there supporting us and we wanted to all be there for him, not just one team,” said junior Gabriella Galassini. On the court, Galassini runs the offense at point guard, and joins four-year varsity player Taylor Farrell and junior Maddie Larsen in the backcourt for the Bandits (14-6), who had won five straight prior to suffering a 66-40 conference loss Jan. 15 to GCAC powerhouse Trinity—No. 4 in last

photo by mike sandrolini

Maddie Larsen (right) and Resurrection look to finish the season strong. week’s High School Cube Super 25 girls basketball rankings. Galassini, a Niles resident, was part of the Maine South Junior Hawks program for whom she played in sixth through eighth grade, but she chose to attend Resurrection. She said two of her cousins were student-athletes at Resurrection, which influenced her decision. “I went to their games and I liked it there,” she said. “I watched her in sixth-, seventhand eighth-grade tournaments,” Miniscalco said. “She’s been a good fit for the basketball program and a good fit for the school. She’s been a role model. Being a point guard, she sees floor very well and manages floor very well in terms of running the offense. “Taylor is that player that you

don’t want to take off the floor,” he noted. “She makes a lot of things happen offensively and defensively. She’s going to get you that deflection or steal at right time and give you scoring.” Farrell is averaging nearly nine points per game, while Larsen, named to the Dundee-Crown all-tournament team, owns a 10.3-point average. Junior Jessica Pawula checks in at around 8.5 points per game. Larsen helped fill the void while leading scorer Monica Nunez, a senior, was out with ligament damage to her thumb and wrist. “She (Larsen) took up the reins,” Miniscalco said. “It’s nice to see a junior step up and take that role. She filled it very nicely as a scorer and a contributor. “Jess, it’s been a turnaround year for her. She’s gained a lot

of confidence. Now she’s really taken hold and has really helped the team and contributed to it.” Nunez, a guard-forward, is now back in the lineup. She scored 20 points in the Bandits’ 47-42 triumph over St. Ignatius on Jan. 9. Miniscalco said Nunez is the team’s floor leader in addition to leading the Bandits in scoring (she averages over 15 points per game). After the Bandits lost to eventual sectional finalist Evanston in a regional championship game last February, Miniscalco recalls how Nunez didn’t mince words when she told a reporter following the game, “We’ve got to work hard to get where they are.” “She was a starter last year, but she was that quiet junior,” he said. “By the end of the season she was more vocal. She’s kind of

pushed us in that direction with that that drive to see a vision. She wants to win a regional and she believes that we can do it.” The Bandits also would like to win 20 games to go along with a regional crown. Resurrection won 19 games and a regional title in 2012-13. “The girls have talked about that and they’re aware of it,” said Miniscalco, who’s in his sixth season at Res. “It’s something they want to do. Our girls are not very big; we give up a lot of size compared to other schools. But the girls are at a level of maturity that I haven’t seen with my past teams. All the girls that have played for me are passionate, driven and play hard.” “I think we have a really good

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Notre Dame bowlers returning to state Dons’ hoops moves to 4-0 in ESCC By mike sandrolini sports reporter

mike@buglenewspapers.com @Voyager_Sport

The Notre Dame bowling team will be making its second consecutive trip to the IHSA state tournament this weekend at St. Clair Bowl in downstate O’Fallon after capturing third place at last Saturday’s IC Catholic Prep sectional held at the Brunswick Zone in Glendale Heights. The Dons, with a total pinfall of 6,119, were just 48 pins shy of runner-up Taft. Oak Lawn won the sectional with a 6,216 pinfall. Juniors Tom Ochal and Charlie Allen, two top returnees from last year’s state-qualifying team, led the Dons at this year’s sectional. Ochal rolled a 1,386 series while Allen added a 1,253 series. Junior Paolo Fridman turned in a 1,211 series. Also contributing for the Dons was senior Bob Hoenig (749) and juniors Matt Voss (987), Brendan Brown (331) and Steve Balachowski (202).

BOYS BASKETBALL

Notre Dame, winners of six of its last seven games, jumped out to a 15-2 first-quarter lead against Carmel last Friday and won, 74-61. The triumph enabled the Dons to remain undefeated in ESCC play (4-0) while improving to 17-4 overall. As they have been most of the season, senior guard Joe Mooney and junior forward Ammar Becar were the Dons’ scoring leaders. Mooney and Becar each finished with 26 points. The Dons are off Friday, but resume ESCC action Saturday night, hosting Joliet Catholic. •Maine East (5-10, 1-5) played its most complete game of the year and got a standout effort from senior forward Ezeka Omeke in its 56-53 CSL North victory over Niles North last Friday. Niles North entered the game with a 4-1 conference record, while the Demons picked up their first league win. Omeke scored 17 points, hauled down 26 rebounds, blocked nine shots, had four steals and took five offensive charges.

“I’ve been coaching for over 30 years,” said Dave Genis, who also used to be the head coach at Niles West. “Individually, I don’t know if I’ve ever watched as dominating a performance even with some of great athletes I had at Niles West.” Robinson Michel chipped in with 11 points and Ashoor Doushow scored 10. •Niles West overcame a 27-22 halftime deficit against visiting Glenbrook South last Friday and went on to defeat the Titans, 54-40. The Wolves, 6-11 overall and 2-4 in the CSL South, have a good opportunity to move closer to .500 in conference play when they travel to Waukegan (5-15) Friday night. Octavius Parker, a sophomore, netted a game-high 19 points; Jojo Rios and Mirsad Mackic each finished with nine.

GIRLS BASKETBALL Maine South (12-13) split two games at the DeKalb Martin Luther King tournament on MLK Day, dropping a 44-34 contest to Rockford Lutheran, but beating Morgan Park, 44-39. Later in the week, the Hawks downed York, 51-36, on Jan. 22 and then topped Waukegan, 52-25, in the CSL South the next night. Julia Spuria and Nina Anderson each had six points in the Rockford Lutheran loss, with Anderson grabbing six rebounds. Anderson had a teamhigh 13 points vs. Morgan Park, Elizabeth Skoronski added eight and Julia Sirvinskas seven. Anderson’s 15 point, six rebound, five assist performance led a quartet of Maine South double-figure scorers in the win over York. Sam Fagenholz

contributed 12 points, and Spuria and Sirvinskas each had 11. Coach Mark Smith got a chance to clear his bench during the lopsided Waukegan victory, and 13 of the 15 Hawks who played scored points. Anderson had nine points, five rebounds and four steals, Skoronski added eight points and seven boards, and Spuria had seven points. •Resurrection played three games in three days last week, falling to Mother McAuley, 5940, on Jan. 20, but stopping St. Joseph, 71-66, the next night and Queen of Peace, 48-35, on Jan. 22. Jessica Pawula set the pace for Res vs. Mother McAuley with 16 points and nine rebounds, Taylor Farrell added 11 and Monica

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boys hoops Points Per Game Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North 23.1 Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

21.0

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

19.2

Jalen Jackson, JCA

17.0

George Sargeant, Maine South

15.6

John Rebellato, Westmont

14.9

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central 14.4 Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South 14.2 Evan Hines, Niles West

14.0

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

13.4

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

13.4

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North 13.3 Shane Ritter, Plainfield South

13.3

Jon Arenas, Maine South

13.0

Jerry Gillespie, Joliet Central

12.8

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

12.7

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North 12.4 Ralph Blakney, Lockport

11.8

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

11.2

London Stamps, Romeoville

11.1

Denis Alibegovic, Downers South 1 1.0 Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

10.9

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

10.9

Octavius Parker, Niles West

10.5

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South 10.4 Devin Blake, Downers North

10.3

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

10.3

Jojo Rios, Niles West

10.0

Rebounds Per Game Trevian Bell, Joliet West

8.7

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

8.3

Malik Fuller, Joliet Central

7.9

Devin Blake, Downers North

7.8

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

7.6

George Sargeant, Maine South

7.6

Quintin Brown, Westmont

7.4

Dimitri Akenten, Bolingbrook

6.8

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North 6.2 Jeff Washington, Joliet West

6.3

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

6.1

Davis Neilands, Maine South

5.8

Justin Windt, Plainfield Central 5.5 James Claar, Plainfield East

5.3

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

5.1

Kewon Ware, Joliet Central

4.9

Assists Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

115

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North 8 7 Adam Doll, Westmont

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

Nick Ruben, Maine South

Wynston Wright, Plainfield East 46 Jon Arenas, Maine South

Ralph Blakney, Lockport

George Sargeant, Maine South

John Paul Leagogo, Westmont

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central 32

Brandon Smeets, Plainfield North 32

Brad Perry, Maine South

.610

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

Peyton Winters, Downers North 6.1

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

Matt Mahlke, Downers North

.609

Evan Hines, Niles West

Katherine Jaseckas, Benet

6.0

Jerry Gillespie, Joliet Central

Dimitri Akenten, Bolingbrook

.600

Devin Blake, Downers North

Sydney Arlis, Minooka

5.8

TJ Clifford, Downers South

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

.570

Jon Arenas, Maine South

Lauren Kucharski, Lockport

5.7

Wilyam Wright, Plainfield East

Jon Arenas, Maine South

.550

Shane Ritter, Plainfield South

Maddie Larsen, Resurrection

5.2

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

.545

Colin Kamper, Downers North

Raven Reed, Joliet West

4.9

Mantas Augustinavicius, DGS

Bowen Marks, Downers North

.541

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

Jessica Pawula, Resurrection

4.9

Jordan Reed, Plainfield East

Kenyon Woodfork, Joliet Central ..530

Octavius Parker, Niles West

Monifah Davis, Lisle

4.7

Deiondre Taylor, Lockport

Peter Funk, Downers South

.530

Mantas Augustinavicius, DGS

Leah Reeves, Lisle

4.7

Ternell Jordan, Joliet Central

Jojo Rios, Niles West

.530

Johnny Kostelz, Plainfield Central 12

Emily Schramek, Benet

4.6

Michael Ortiz, Plainfield South

Jamal Harmon, Plainfield Central .530

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central 11

Monica Nunez, Resurrection

4.3

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Jobin Varghese, Niles West

.520

Scott Gustafson, Plainfield Central 10

Sean Alexander, Westmont

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

.510

Ralph Blakney, Lockport

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South .510

Johnny Kostelz, Plainfield Central 20

Myles Farley, Downers North

.506

Dwayne Griffin, Romeoville

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

.500

Jonathan Allison, Plainfield South 19

Devin Blake, Downers North

.500

Khamari Green, Downers South

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North .496

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Denis Alibegovic, Downers South 18

Jalen Jackson, JCA

.490

Daâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Von Foster, Joliet West

Evan Hines, Niles West

.490

Justin Windt, Plainfield Central

Tony Borges, Romeoville

.488

Mirsad Mackic, Niles West

Free Throw %

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

Ma Cappelletti, Romeoville

..848

Theyvion Kirk, Joliet West

Bowen Marks, Downers North

.842

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

Octavius Parker, Niles West

.820

Octavius Parker, Niles West

Mantas Augustinavicius, DGS

.820

Myles Farley, Downers North

.808 .806

Steals Jon Arenas, Maine South

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

Jack Fallbacher, Downers North .800

Adam Doll, Westmont

Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South .800

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Jalen Jackson, JCA

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South .790

Nick Ruben, Maine South

Anthony Grybauskas, Lockport .778

George Sargeant, Maine South

Jacob Klima, Joliet Central

.770

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

.770

Dwayne Griffin, Romeoville

Damon Harrison, Romeoville

.760

Brandon Smeets, Plainfield North 20

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

.750

Richie Elias, Plainfield North

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North .750

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

.740

Sam Ebersold, Downers South

Jerry Gillespie, Joliet Central

.739

Damon Harrison, Romeoville

Nick Ruben, Maine South

.730

Chuck Hunter, Romeoville

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

.729

Khamari Green, Downers South

Sean Alexander, Westmont

.722

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central 15

Colin Kamper, Downers North

.720

London Stamps, Romeoville

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

.719

Wynston Wright, Plainfield East

Jordan Reed, Plainfield East

.717

TJ Clifford, Downers South

Jojo Rios, Niles West

.710

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

Peter Funk, Downers South

John Rebellato, Westmont

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

Denis Alibegovic, Downers South 31

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North 3 0

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

Jalen Jackson, JCA

Jordan Reed, Plainfield East

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

Wilyam Wright, Plainfield East

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

London Stamps, Romeoville

Field Goal %

.800

3-pointers 45

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

.676

Myles Farley, Downers North

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

.663

Jerry Gillespie, Joliet Central

George Sargeant, Maine South .650

Nick Thomaston, Plainfield Central 20

Davis Neilands, Maine South

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

.640

Colin Kamper, Downers North .638

GIRLS BBALL Points Per Game Nicole Ekhomu, JCA

19.1

Emily Eshoo, Benet

18.7

Jaida Green, Downers North

17.7

Monica Barefield, Joliet Central 17.3 Emily Schramek, Benet

15.6

Chantell Mack, Joliet Central

14.8

Kathleen Doyle, Benet

12.8

Sydney Arlis, Minooka

12.5

Mara Casper, Westmont

12.5

Ashley Hare, Joliet Central

12.0

Ty Battle, JCA

11.8

Monica Nunez, Resurrection

11.6

Morgan Jones, Joliet Central

10.3

Maddie Larsen, Resurrection

10.2

Raven Reed, Joliet West

10.1

Mia Farrell, JCA

10.0

Jamari McAfee, Lockport

9.9

Lexi Marin, Romeoville

9.8

Adriana Acosta, JCA

9.6

Sarah Mogensen, Lisle

9.4

Peyton Winters, Downers North 9.4 Mikaela Manson, Plainfield East 9.4 Kelly Carnagio, Minooka

9.4

Nina Anderson, Maine South

9.2

Taylor Farrell, Resurrection

9.0

Kennedy Weight, JCA

8.9

Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka

8.8

Jessica Pawula, Resurrection

8.7

Jahari Smith, Romeoville

8.2

Sam Fagenholz, Maine South

8.2

Cherish Smith, Romeoville

8.1

Kianna Campbell, Lockport

8.1

Tia Parrinello, Lockport

7.6

Rebounds Per Game Jahari Smith, Romeoville

9.2

Ty Battle, JCA

8.7

Adriana Acosta, JCA

8.5

Sarah Mogensen, Lisle

7.7

Mikaela Manson, Plainfield East 7.3 Jaida Green, Downers North

7.0

Kelly Carnagio, Minooka

6.4

Lotanna Onua, Plainfield East

6.3

Kathleen Doyle, Benet

6.2

Cherish Smith, Romeoville

6.1

Assists Lexi Marin, Romeoville

Ty Battle, JCA

Jaida Green, Downers North

Sam Fagenholz, Maine South

Kathleen Doyle, Benet

Nina Anderson, Maine South

Sydney Arlis, Minooka

Brooklyn Bachmann, Minooka

Jnaya Walker, JCA

Diamond Dortch, Romeoville

Monica Barefield, Joliet Central

Mia Farrell, JCA

Lauren Porcelli, Downers North

Jamari McAfee, Lockport

Leah Reeves, Lisle

Taylor Farrell, Resurrection

Skye Osborne, Romeoville

Nicole Ekhomu, JCA

Emily Eshoo, Benet

Gabriella Galassini, Resurrection 28 Jackie Ostojic, Maine South

Kennedy Weight, JCA

Elise Stout, Benet

Kianna Campbell, Lockport

Kate Twaddle, Lisle

Kaitlyn Williams, JCA

Chizua Onua, Plainfield East

Monica Nunez, Resurrection

Lauren Kucharski, Lockport

Peyton Winters, Downers North

Morgan Thomalla, Benet

Steals Diamond Dortch, Romeoville

Cherish Smith, Romeoville

Nina Anderson, Maine South

Taylor Farrell, Resurrection

Sarah Mogensen, Lisle

Tyann Legrand-Melton, Lisle

Ty Battle, JCA

Jnaya Walker, JCA

Jaida Green, Downers North

Nicole Ekhomu, JCA

Mia Farrell, JCA

Kathleen Doyle, Benet

Jamari McAfee, Lockport

Jahari Smith, Romeoville

Kennedy Collins, Plainfield East 34

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bandits | from page 12 chance (to win 20 games and a regional),” Galassini added. “We have a lot of strong players

roundup | from page 13 Nunez nine. St. Joseph led the Bandits 4740 going into the fourth quarter, but Res outscored the Chargers, 21-14, in the final period to win. Nunez led a quartet of doublefigure scorers with a 25-point effort, followed by Pawula’s 18. Maddie Larsen and Farrell had 12 and 10 points, respectively.

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only four Illinois teams that have lost to the Patriots by fewer than 10 points. And the Hawks were deadlocked with Stevenson with three minutes left in the fourth quarter until the Patriots pulled away. “They’ve lost to two very good national teams,” Lavorato said. “We don’t take any happiness losing a game, but we did find out a little bit about ourselves and hope to get another crack at them down the road.”

The Hawks don’t have a Division I caliber player on their roster like Stevenson’s Jalen Brunson, but Lavorato’s system— which utilizes a smothering matchup zone defense and a patient offense that emphasizes ball distribution and often results in back door layups—has proven to be effective over the years on foes, whether they possess toptier talent or not. “I do believe we have a top-10 team,” Lavorato said. “We’re at

starting to find our identity and find ourselves as a group. We’re kind of hitting our stride a little bit.” One big key to Maine South’s prolonged win streak is that three-fifths of its starting lineup— Sargeant, Arenas and Neilands, each of whom were mainstays on Maine South’s 10-1 football team—is now in basketball shape. “It takes a while, about four to six weeks, to not only get into

basketball shape but to get your skills and get your legs back,” Lavorato explained. “In football you take such a beating you need a little bit of a break.” Sargeant, Arenas, Neilands and the rest of the Hawks got a nearly two-week break after concluding the Proviso West tourney. “George, Jon and Davis had a different bounce (after the break),” Lavorato said. “Our oncourt chemistry is getting better and better each game.”

coming in off the bench. If we work hard and continue what we’re doing now, we have a good chance.” The St. Ignatius win was the

Bandits’ third victory in the rugged GCAC Red Division, which includes aforementioned Trinity and always formidable Mother McAuley and Loyola. Miniscalco

wants to see the Bandits included in the conversation of GCAC heavyweights at some point. “You have to beat those teams,” he said. “Those are the teams

that set the bar in the conference. Trinity and Mother McAuley still give us some problems, but I think our squad this year is very competitive.”

Sophomore Nicole Kuzmanic was the Bandits’ leading scorer in their win over Queen of Peace with 17 points. •Niles West slipped to 2-5 in the CSL South and 11-11 overall after losing two games last weekend. Glenbrook South dealt the Wolves a 52-33 loss last Friday. Hilma Mededovic scored 10 points and Jalynn Estrada eight

for the Wolves. Mededovic tallied 16 points last Saturday against Schaumburg, but the Saxons were victorious, 58-49. Estrada chipped in with 14.

placed ninth (95.00) and Maine East was 14th (71.95). The Hawks’ Sara Ignoffo took fourth overall on vault with a 9.25 score and also was 10th on the floor exercise (8.8). Alysa Chiovatero placed fifth on bars (8.775), was eighth on both the vault (9.05) and floor (8.925) and ninth on the beam (8.45). Lauryn Rotonda finished sixth on the floor with a 9.05.

“We were happy about our finish based on our overall performance,” said Maine South coach Tessa Robinson. “We had uncharacteristic falls on beam and bars which set back our overall team score, so that was a bit disappointing. We plan to move on from that as we prepare for hitting those routines at the upcoming conference and regional meets.”

Katherine Jaseckas, Benet

.520

Lexi Marin, Romeoville

Peyton Winters, Downers North .520

Kianna Campbell, Lockport

Emily Eshoo, Benet

.550

Adriana Acosta, JCA

Kaitlyn Williams, JCA

.500

Jessica Pawula, Resurrection

Adrianna Acosta, JCA

.496

Kaitlyn Williams, JCA

Lotanna Onua, Plainfield East

.495

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Mallory Gerrettie, Joliet West

Jamie Hopper, Romeoville

Emily Eshoo, Benet

Monica Nunez, Resurrection

Taylor Farrell, Resurrection

.870

Lotanna Onua, Plainfield East

Emily Schramek, Benet

.850

Mara Casper, Westmont

Nina Anderson, Maine South

.840

Jaida Green, Downers North

.800

Natalie Takahashi, Lisle

Morgan Thomalla, Benet

.800

Maddie Larsen, Resurrection

Monica Barefield, Joliet Central .780

Sam Fagenholz, Maine South

Elise Stout, Benet

.760

Lauren Kucharski, Lockport

Mia Farrell, JCA

.754

Elise Stout, Benet

Monica Nunez, Resurrection

.750

Kennedy Weight, JCA

Nicole Ekhomu, JCA

.723

Monifah Davis, Lisle

Katherine Jaseckas, Benet

.720

McKenna Carson, Joliet West

Sam Fagenholz, Maine South

.700

Lauren Porcelli, Downers North

Kate Twaddle, Lisle

.890

3-pointers

Gabriella Galassini, Resurrection 20

Tyann Legrand-Melton, Lisle

Tia Parrinello, Lockport

Mara Casper, Westmont

Chizua Onua, Plainfield East

Emily Schramek, Benet

Mikaela Manson, Plainfield East

Emily Eshoo, Benet

Taylor Cogdell, Plainfield East

Jaida Green, Downers North

Field Goal %

Kennedy Weigt, JCA

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Nicole Ekhomu, JCA

.607

Sam Fagenholz, Maine South

Emma Hlavin, Benet

.580

Lexi Marin, Romeoville

Ty Battle, JCA

.574

Kaitlyn Williams, JCA

Elise Stout, Benet

.530

Nina Anderson, Maine South

Raven Reed, Joliet West

.550

Natalie Takahashi, Lisle

GIRLS GYMNASTICS Maine South secured fifth place out of 15 teams by scoring 97.525 points at last Saturday’s 41st annual Niles West Invitational. The host Wolves

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JANUARY 29

Mobile Library. 1-2:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. Learn to access all things Library at your convenience. Take a class, do research, learn a language or find out when your materials are due any time that’s convenient to you. If you have a new tablet or laptop you can bring it with you. For more information or to register, call 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary.org.

JANUARY 30

Shabbat Service. 6 p.m. at Temple Judea Mizpah, 8610 Niles Center Road, Skokie. The service will feature the Kol Simcha Choir. Following the service will be a potluck dinner in the community hall. For more information, call the temple office at 847-6761566. Battle of the Books Awards Ceremony. 6:308:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. For more information, call 847-6631234 or visit www.nileslibrary. org. Friday Night Live Club. 7-9 p.m. at the Maine Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley St., Park Ridge. Friday Night Live Club is a fun and safe club designed for students in fourth and fifth grade. Each month is themed with our live DJ. Everyone is guaranteed to have a blast! Pre-register or pay at the door. Concessions are available (pizza/hot dogs, pop, water, candy, and chips). Fee: $5. For more information, call 847-5127 or visit www. parkridgeparkdistrict.com.

JANUARY 31

LEGO Day. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. Enjoy some huge fantastic LEGO displays, plus spend a little time building your own creations. Drop in anytime. For more information, call 847-663-1234 or visit www. nileslibrary.org.

FEBRUARY 1

Super Sunday Football Party. 2 p.m. at St. John Brebeuf Ministry Center, 8305 N. Harlem, Niles. St. John Brebeuf Holy Name Men’s club will host a Super Sunday Football Party. Doors open at 2 p.m., kitchen opens at 4 p.m. and kick off at 5:30 p.m. There is a $20 admission fee, which includes food, snacks, dessert, coffee, beer, wine and

soda. Raffle prizes and pull tabs available. Watch the game on a 10-foot projection screen. For more information, call 224-6160753. Winter Block Party at the Library. 2-4:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. Join the library for an afternoon of fun, treats, crafts and information on how to throw your own local block party. For more information, call 847-6631234 or visit www.nileslibrary. org.

FEBRUARY 2

Indoor Playground. 1011:30 a.m. at the Prairie View Community Center, 6834 Dempster, Morton Grove. When it’s cold outside, come inside for a little fun. The Morton Grove Park District will transform the gym 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. Groundhog Day. 6-7 p.m. at the Wildwood Nature Center, 529 Forestview Ave., Park Ridge. Can a large, fuzzy brown rodent really predict the weather? Have fun with the family as we learn about groundhogs, shadows, and meet Wildwood’s groundhog cousins - the prairie dogs. Celebrate the groundhog with the Park Ridge Park District. For more information, call 847-692-3570 or visit www. parkridgeparkdistrict.com. Niles All American Toastmasters Club. 7:30-9 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. Beginning and advanced speeches usually 5 to 7 minutes each. Toastmasters helps women and men learn the arts of speaking, listening and thinking. Niles All American Toastmasters is a non-profit organization. The public is invited. For more information, call 847-663-1234 or visit www. nileslibrary.org.

FEBRUARY 3

Go Green Park Ridge Meeting. 6-7 p.m. at St Mary’s Episcopal Church, 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.

FEBRUARY 4

MineCraft for Teens. 4:306 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. Try your hand at our new MineCraft challenge just for teens. Meet in the new computer training lab on the lower level. For more information or to register, call 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary.org.

FEBRUARY 7

Frostival. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Oakton Sports Complex. 2800 W. Oakton St., Park Ridge. Attend the annual Frostival at Oakton Sports Complex. Enjoy the snow and participate in outdoor games and activities such as snow golf, sledding, and a family snowman contest. Warm up with hot chocolate and snacks from the concession stand. Kids can enjoy cookie decorating and craft stations. Admission to the event is free; however, some activities may have a small fee. This is a fun event for the whole family. For more information, call 847-692-5127 or visit www. prparks.org. Teen Advisory Board. noon to 1:30 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. Join a friendly group to teens and plan programs, do volunteer projects and create library displays. PIZZA follows every meeting. For more information, call 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary.org. New Release Movie - ‘12 Years a Slave’. 2-4:15 p.m. at the Niles Public Library, 6960 Oakton St. ‘12 Years a Slave,’ Rated R, 134 min.-The harrowing account of a black man, born free in New York State, who was drugged, kidnapped, and sold into slavery in 1841. For more information, call 847-663-1234 or visit www.nileslibrary.org.

FEBRUARY 11

Americana with Wayne Messmer – Free Night for Vets at the Orchestra PRCO. 7:30-9:15 p.m. at The Pickwick Theatre, 5 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. It’s the eve of Lincoln’s birthday and the Park Ridge Civic Orchestra is celebrating our heritage with Wayne Messmer as he sings and narrates the American classics. Free admission for all veterans and active-duty military and ages 18 and under, $25 for adults, and $20 for seniors.

Tickets available online at www. parkridgecivicorchestra.org or by calling 847-692-7726. Preschool Open House. 7-8 p.m. at the Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard St., Niles; Oakton Manor, 8100 Ozark, Niles; and Grennan Heights, 8255 Oketo, Niles. View the classrooms at these Niles Park District locations, meet staff and ask questions. For more information, call 847-967-6633 or visit www.niles-parks.org.

FEBRUARY 13

Little Ladies Winter Dance. 7-9 p.m. at the Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard. Little ladies, ask that favorite man in your life and prepare for an evening of fun, dancing to a live D.J., games, prizes and refreshments. Who: Girls 3-12 years and adult. Fee: Resident $32 couple; nonresident $42 couple; $12 each additional child. For more information or to register, call 847-967-6633 or visit www.niles-parks.org.

FEBRUARY 15

Guitarist Jack Cimo in Concert. 3 p.m. at St. John Brebeuf Church, 8307 N. Harlem Ave., Niles. The 2015 concert season at St. John Brebeuf kicks off with accomplished Chicago classical guitarist Jack Cimo. Cimo will take listeners on a musical journey from the Old World to the New. Spanning Northern Europe to South America, the guitar’s rich history will be showcased through the works of Bach, Legnani, and Tarrega; and Villa-Lobos, Ponce, and Barrios. There is no charge for admission for this concert but free will donations are encouraged. For more information, call 847-9668145 or visit www.sjbrebeuf.org.

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Park Ridge Chamber Night of Stars Awards DinnerDance. 6-11 p.m. at the Chicago Marriott O’Hare Hotel, 8535 West Higgins Road, Chicago. The community is invited to the Park Ridge Chamber’s annual “A Night of Stars Annual Community Star Dinner & Dance”. An array of outstanding volunteers who have made a positive difference in Park Ridge in 2014 are honored. The evening is highlighted by a fabulous dinner and dancing to live music. Raffles and prizes too, of course. RSVP to the Chamber at 847-825-3121 or via email at info@parkridgechamber.org.

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One of the practical things I did was to stop going places where I was tempted to spend money. When you have to go out, make a list of only the things you need and take just enough cash with you to make the purchase. healthy level of fear can be a terrific motivator. The third thing was contentment. Marketers try to sell us on the idea that we’ll be happier if we just go out and buy things. When we have this stuff crammed down our throats all day long, rapid-fire, it can affect our level and perception of contentment. One of the practical things I did was to stop going places where I was tempted to spend money. When you have

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Dear Dave, I’m trying to get out of debt, but it seems like something unexpected always happens to knock me back down. I’m single, make $45,000 a year, and I have $12,000 in debt, in addition to a mortgage payment of $1,124 a month. I’ve been trying to live on a budget, but I still don’t know where all the money goes. Anonymous Dear Anonymous, For starters, your house payment is kind of heavy. I always recommend that your monthly mortgage payment be no more

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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.

Book Discussion Books can be picked up at the front desk. FREE. Everyone welcome.

Table Tennis is now at the NSC!

Park Ridge

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

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.

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.

Dinner & Movie - ‘And So It Goes’ (PG 13 2014) Starring: Michael Douglas & Diane Keaton. “A self-absorbed realtor enlists the help of his neighbor when he’s suddenly left in charge of the granddaughter he never knew existed until his estranged son drops

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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

her off at his home.”–IMDB Dinner includes a hot dog, chips & dessert. Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 5 p.m. $2M/$3NM.

“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 strategies to lessen the risk of falling. Instructors: Brigitte Powidzki RN, BSN, and Julene Lavelli, RNC, LCSW, CADC.

SCRAM Scams #2, Mail Scam & Fraud 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 target seniors

assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Tracy at 847-823-0453. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

who have money or property who are looking to invest and/improve their financial security. Open to everyone. Friday, Feb. 20, 10 a.m. Free with registration.

Billy Elliott at the Drury Lane Theatre Based on the internationallyacclaimed smash hit musical. Billy Elliott follows a young boy as he trades in his boxing gloves for dancing shoes. In a small town in the English countryside, Billy discovers a passion for dance that inspires his

family and his whole community, and changes his life forever. The musical phenomenon is set to an explosive hit score by Elton John. Don’t miss this joyous celebration of one boy’s journey against the odds to make his dreams come true! Lunch is included, choice of roast strip loin with merlot mushroom sauce or chicken breast marsala. Wednesday, April 15, 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost: $71M/$76NM

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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; • 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. 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.

provide social service assistance to those in need. The Social Worker can be reached at 847-663-3072.

Senior Check Up and Emergency Response Programs Postal Carrier Watch: The Department of Family and Senior Services partners with the Morton Grove Post Office to provide seniors a service called Postal Carrier Watch. For additional information, contact the Social Worker at 847663-3072. Emergency Response Systems: An emergency response system is a communication device, which is linked with an emergency center

staffed by trained professionals. For further information on the above programs, contact the Social Worker by calling (847) 663-3072.

Caregiver Support Group Are you charged with caring for an older adult, spouse, or partner? Join other caregivers to discuss your issues and concerns. The meetings center around caregivers and participants can openly discuss their own situations in a supportive, nonjudgmental atmosphere. The Caregiver Support Group meets the fourth Wednesday of every month from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. All family caregivers are welcome to

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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.

Morton Grove Senior Center The Morton Grove Senior Center has space in the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster St. As part of an ongoing effort to offer our Active Adult and Senior community increased activities and opportunities to continue to learn, the Morton Grove Senior Center has planned an exciting kick-off to 2015. The mission of the Department of Family and Senior Services and the American Legion Memorial Civic Center is to serve as a focal point where a multiplicity of social, health and recreational services are provided in a caring and professional manner designed to keep individuals healthy, productive and independent for as long as possible. Services are available for Morton Grove residents of all ages.

Leonard T. Steinert

Leonard was a member of the Knights of Columbus 4338 Council, the Holy Name Society, and the VFW Post 684. He was also a longtime usher at St. John Brebeuf Church. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Friday, Jan. 23, from 3-9 pm. Funeral was Saturday, Jan. 24, at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church Mass 10 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Wounded Warriors Program appreciated. For more funeral information, call 847-966-7302.

William T. Kirby

Wednesday, Jan. 21, from 3-9 p.m. Funeral was Thursday, Jan. 22, at 9:15 a.m. to St. Paul of the Cross Church Mass at 10 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation to Boys Town - 200 Flanagan Blvd. P.O. Box 8000 Boys Town, NE 68010 appreciated. For more funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.

Patricia A. Leahy

Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Friday, Jan. 16, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service was Saturday, Jan. 17, at 12:15 p.m. to St. Isaac Jogues Church for mass at 1 p.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donation to St. Isaac Jogues church will be appreciated. For more funeral information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes. com.

Leonard T. Steinert, 95, World War II Army Veteran, beloved husband of the late Mary, nee Kiersnowski; loving father of Therese (Ray) Los, Lawrence (Diane), Patricia (Gary) Larsen, Michael (Carole) and the late Elizabeth; devoted grandfather of Lesley(Michael) Pierini, Meredith Larsen, Jameson Larsen, Aleksandra Steinert and Leonard Scott Steinert; cherished great grandfather of Vivian Isabella Pierini; and dear brother of the late Leo (Eleanor).

William T. Kirby,100, beloved husband of the late Betty, nee Kisiday; loving father of Rose (Tom) Bantz; dear grandfather of Maureen (Jeff) Salas and Joe (Laura) Bantz; cherished great grandfather of Charlotte Salas; and fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on

Senior News Programs and services for older adults in Morton Grove are offered by the Village of Morton Grove and its partner agencies.

Health and Wellness Programs A variety of Health and Wellness Programs are available for Morton Grove residents. Please note that some programs require registration (847-470-5223). Read More...

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Patricia A. Leahy, nee Naughton, beloved wife of the late Joseph P.; loving mother of Mary Jo, Peggy and Patrick; dearest daughter of the late John and Mary Naughton; fond sister of the late James Naughton, and the late Mary Thomas, nee Naughton; and aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation was at the Skaja

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AARP Driver Safety Program AARP’s “Driver Safety Program” is an eight-hour two-day course for motorists age 55 and older. It focuses on the physical changes that accompany aging and on ways drivers can compensate for these changes in improving their driving skills. Upon completion, drivers may receive a discount on a portion of their automobile insurance. Courses are now offered monthly in Morton Grove. The cost of the course is $12 for AARP members and $14 for nonmembers. In-person registration is required at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center. For schedule, contact 847-6633073 for more information.

Senior Center Activities Calendar The village of Morton Grove provides an exciting variety of educational classes, activities and day-trips for older adults. January 29 • Best Bridge Ever, 9-11a.m. in Craft Room;

• Pinochle Club, 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m. in Library Room; • Better Balance, 10-10:45 a.m. in Community Hall; • Sit and Get Fit, 10:45-11:30 a.m. in Community Hall; • Mah Jongg Club 2, noon-3 p.m. in Craft Room; and • Poker Club, 1-3 p.m. in Library Room. January 30 • Needlework Pals, 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Craft Room; • Canasta Club, 10 a.m.-noon in Library Room; and • Mens Poker, noon-3 p.m. in Craft Room. February 2 • Senior Club, 9 a.m.-noon in Main Hall; • Humanities Treasures, 9-11:30 a.m. in Craft Room; • Better Balance, 10-10:45 a.m. in Community Hall; and • Dynamic Duos: Famous Screen Couples, 1-2 p.m. in Community Hall. February 3 • Bingo Club, 10 a.m.-noon in Main Hall; • Better Balance, 10-10:45 a.m. in Community Hall; • Sit and Get Fit, 10:45 -11:30 a.m. in Community Hall;

• Mah Jongg Club 1, noon-3 p.m. in Craft Room; and • Assassination of Abe Lincoln, 1-2 p.m. in Community Hall. February 4 • Lunch & Bingo, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in Main Hall; • Better Balance, 10-10:45 a.m. in Community Hall; • Book Talk, 12:45–2:15 p.m. in Library Room; and • Classical Music and Pop Culture: Bach Beethoven and Brahms, 1-2 p.m. in Community Hall. February 5 • Best Bridge Ever, 9-11a.m. in Craft Room; • Pinochle Club, 9 a.m.-12:45 p.m. in Library Room; • Better Balance, 10-10:45 a.m. in Community Hall; • Sit and Get Fit, 10:45-11:30 a.m. in Community Hall; • Mah Jongg Club 2, noon-3 p.m. in Craft Room; and • Poker Club, 1-3 p.m. in Library Room. February 6 • Needlework Pals, 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Craft Room; • Canasta Club, 10 a.m.-noon in Library Room; and • Mens Poker, noon-3 p.m. in Craft Room

New activities are added to the expanding calendar all the time, so anyone interested in more information regarding these clubs and learning opportunities can get more information by visiting www. mortongroveil.org. You can also call the Senior Center at 847.663.3070 or drop by the Civic Center at 6140 Dempster.

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 Tracy 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 847-823-0453 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.Homeownersdesiring 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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