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February 12, 2015 vol. 59 issue 19

Health officials say source of infections still unknown

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news Park Ridge City Council holds first budget meeting Proposed public works budget is $5.6 million

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schools 2015 spelling bee champion is first-ever repeat winner 6th grader Catherine Sernel took top spot

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opinion Ignorance can be as deadly as any virus Advocating a strong correlation when medical documentation isn’t there hurts everyone

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Competition allows students to explore STEM fields in fun, creative ways Niles and Park Ridge students put their STEM skills to the test on Saturday during the 29th annual District 64 Science Olympiad. Students in grades three through five competed in events such as aerodynamics and structure building during the event, which was held at Emerson Middle School in Niles. “Boosted by the creative and positive experiences they have here, we know that many of these students go on to pursue paths that will lead to STEM careers,” said Tony Clishem, science curriculum specialist for District 64. See the full story on page 4

health Relieve pain without pills Neuromuscular therapy may help some patients with chronic pain

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sports It’s the system Maine South has 20-plus wins again this year

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(Top, going right) A judge measure the height of one of the structures built during Saturday’s Science Olympiad event at Emerson Middle School in Niles. ; Winning teams awarded medals during the District 64 Science Olympiad competition at Emerson Middle School in Niles. ; Teams in the rubber band catapult competition wait to test their catapults. (Photos By Cynthia P. Schiller | For The Bugle)

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City news > Park Ridge

City council reviews public works funding at first budget workshop By Chris Zois For the bugle

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The Park Ridge City Council discussed the proposed budget for the Public Works Department on Feb. 3 during the first of five scheduled budget workshops. The proposed 2016 departmental budget came in at $5.6 million, which is a slight drop from 2015’s revised budget of approximately $5.72 million. City Manager Shawn Hamilton said that the city is doing something different by presenting this year’s budget with budgets from years past in order to help compare. One of the biggest drops in funding is in snow and storm control, which had a budget of approximately $746,000 in 2015, compared with a proposed total of

$408,000 in 2016. This reduction in funding comes as the city has been looking for new solutions to help alleviate past flooding problems. Along with presenting proposed funds for the department, Public Works Director Wayne Zingsheim highlighted some accomplishments from the past year and a few goals for the upcoming year. Zingsheim said the department’s accomplishments included reallocating budget resources to help improve sewer maintenance initiatives, continuing research on finding alternative water supply options and more funds for forestry issues in the city. “The biggest accomplishment we have in city works is keeping the city functioning and that’s the nuts and bolt part of public works,” Zingsheim said. “We’re an operations department and to help keep this city running and help other departments.”

As far as goals for the upcoming year, Zingsheim said he hopes to complete a long range city facilities capital plan, look into technology enhancement options to help the department and complete a thorough budget analysis in order to find possible reductions and give back to the department’s general funds. The city council was in favor of most of Zingsheim’s recommendations and goals, but some aldermen expressed concerns with recommendations they felt were not necessarily appropriate for the public works department. Alderman Marc Mazzuca, sixth ward, said some of the finance goals outlined by Zingsheim were better suited for the finance departments. Zingsheim shared this sentiment but said public works is a part of so many facets of the city that it was appropriate to take them on.

Community news > maine township

Constellation selected as electric supplier The Maine Township Board recently selected Constellation as the township-wide supplier of electricity for residents living in unincorporated areas. Approved at the board’s Jan. 27 meeting, the decision followed voter approval of a November referendum that granted the township permission to seek an opt-out electricity aggregation program. The contract with Constellation will be for two years with a price of 6.91 cents per kilowatt hour in the first year and 6.26 cents in the second

year. After two years, the township will have the opportunity to seek new bids and/or renegotiate. The Maine Township Board passed an ordinance in July that authorized the placement of a referendum regarding an opt-out electricity aggregation program on the Nov. 4 general election ballot. Voters in unincorporated Maine Township approved the referendum, giving the township authority to seek competitive pricing bids for electricity services. Four companies supplied bids

and Constellation was selected as the lowest bidder. Their contracted rates are lower than ComEd, according to the township. Maine Township said it will send a notice to all residents and businesses in the unincorporated area in upcoming weeks informing them of the change and providing information on how to opt-out of the program. Residents and businesses can opt out but can also rejoin at a later date, the township added. For more information, visit www. mainetownship.com.

schools > district 207

Alternative school opens new site Frost Academy serves about two dozen students Maine Township High School District 207’s Ralph J. Frost Academy has opened the doors at its new Park Ridge location. Formerly known as the Alternative Resource Center and located in Morton Grove, the Frost Academy, 1177 S. Dee Road, currently serves approximately

two dozen District 207 students in an alternative setting. Students and staff moved to their new facilities to begin the second semester of the 2014-15 school year, and District 207 administration employees will join them later this spring. For Frost Academy students and staff, the new location means close proximity to Maine South High School and convenient access to support services, such as social workers, psychologists and Maine

South’s school resource officer. The new location also means that Frost Academy students and staff will receive the same Quest food service as the high school. In its new space on Dee Road, the Frost Academy features new classrooms, a workout area and lunch room, and staff offices. The academy is named for Ralph J. Frost, a former District 207 assistant superintendent and the first principal of Maine West.

schools > district 64

First-place finisher Catherine Sernel, left, second-place finisher Owen Mech and third-place finisher Zoe Berthold took the top three spots in the Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 spelling bee. (Photo Courtesy of Park Ridge-Niles School District 64)

2015 spelling bee champion is first-ever repeat winner 6th grader Catherine Sernel correctly spelled ‘clementine’ to earn first place Lincoln Middle School sixth grader Catherine Sernel captured the top spot in the District 64 spelling bee, making her the first student to become a repeat winner. The championship word, “clementine,” earned her a first place finish in the 22nd round. Emerson Middle School eighth grader Owen Mech finished second and Lincoln’s Zoe Berthold, grade 7, placed third. This year’s spelling bee also featured the introduction of oral vocabulary rounds. At every fifth round - rounds 5, 10, 15 and 20 - participants had to select the correct definition of a given word. The pronouncer read a word aloud followed by a vocabulary question and two options for the student to consider before choosing. “This academic competition takes students’ understanding of words, word parts and meanings to a whole new level,” said Meghan Keefer, language arts curriculum specialist at Park Ridge-Niles School District 64. “In a battle

“In a battle between nerves and knowledge, the participants showed remarkable perseverance and pride in their achievement.” between nerves and knowledge, the participants showed remarkable perseverance and pride in their achievement.” Spelling bees were held at all seven schools earlier in January, with the top three spellers from each school earning an invitation to the district-wide competition held at Field Elementary School, 707 N. Wisner Ave., Park Ridge. Overall, 268 students participated in the spelling bees, which are offered as an extracurricular activity for students in grades 3 through 8. As the District 64 winner, Sernel will move on to the North Cook area bee at Joseph Sears School in Kenilworth, as part of the Scripps National Spelling Bee competition network. Field School speech pathologist Mary Alice Gilgunn returned as the District Bee pronouncer this year; judges were Carpenter teacher Sue Douglass, Franklin teacher Shirlee Pater and Keefer.

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Science Olympiad challenges 5 infants contract measles District 64 students at Palatine day care A judge measure the height of one of the structures built during Saturday’s Science Olympiad event at Emerson Middle School in Niles.

Competition allows students to explore STEM fields in fun, creative ways

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Excited and inspired to win, students stretched their imaginations and used their creative ingenuity during the District 64 Science Olympiad. The contest was held Saturday morning at Emerson Middle School in Niles, and students in the Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 competed to win medals in numerous events related to science, technology, engineering and math. “We know both from research and from our experience in teaching young children that extra-curricular opportunities, such as the Science Olympiad, have an enduring impact on students,“ said Tony Clishem, science curriculum specialist for District 64. “Boosted by the creative and positive experiences they have here, we know that many of these students go on to pursue paths that will lead to STEM careers.” Testing those STEM-related skills in fun ways, third, fourth and fifth graders worked in teams of two, or sometimes three, with coaches supervising. Depending on the event, teams were required to have at least two or three “quality” practices. With similar contests to last year’s Science Olympiad, students competed in five different events: Rubber band catapult, mystery box, aerodynamics, egg drop and structures. Winning teams in each category were awarded gold, silver and bronze medals, with participants receiving certificates of achievement. The rubber band catapult competition uniquely challenged students with rules that directed them to design and construct a catapult that shot a rubber band at a “bull’s eye” target made of colored concentric rings. Teams showed charts and graphs made during practice to display

Health officials say source of infections still unknown

“We know both from research and from our experience in teaching young children that extra-curricular opportunities, such as the Science Olympiad, have an enduring impact on students,“ said Tony Clishem, science curriculum specialist for District 64. their results. A typical catapult included a sturdy base, a post, and an arm that could be raised and lowered. During the egg drop competition, students were required to construct a container to catch eggs without cracking them from a height with a plumb line constructed of a weight and a long string. Children, spotted by coaches and judges, climbed ladders to drop the eggs from an estimated maximum of 12 feet in a tie breaker. Students competing in the structures contest used drinking straws and straight pins to construct free standing structures in 30 minutes. The structures then had to stand long enough for the judge to measure its height. Students and coaches used

practice time to experiment with different designs and plan their building process. During construction, children were allowed to stand on ladders while being spotted. Children who participated in the mystery box competition had to try to identify and describe the objects inside, estimating their sizes in metrics. Finally, students in the aerodynamics competition constructed paper airplanes, using exact amounts of provided materials. Striving for accuracy, students threw the plans at a target 8 meters (26.3 feet) away. They used sheets of printer paper, scissors and masking tape (optional) to construct the airplanes. In all the events, students had to keep to specific time limits during the contests and were required to keep within certain measurement boundaries. The district officially began preparing for the event last fall, providing students in with informational packets on the upcoming Science Olympiad. After getting their parents permission, interested students were required to submit entry forms and then begin preparing for the competition. Practices for students and coaches took place in January.

Five infants contracted measles at a Palatine KinderCare last week, according to state and Cook County public health officials. The Illinois Department of Public Health and the Cook County Department of Public Health said health officials are still investigating a cluster of measles cases linked to the KinderCare Learning Center, 929 E. Palatine Road. “At this time, the cluster includes five children under the age of one,” the department’s said in a joint release. “Laboratory testing has confirmed a measles diagnosis for two of the children.” The number of confirmed cases increased to five late last week, and health officials said they are taking extra precautions to limit the spread of the disease, as the source of the infection is still unknown. “All students, staff and faculty at this facility have been notified and anyone who has not received the MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine has been instructed to remain at home and away from unvaccinated individuals for the next 21 days,” the release stated. The Cook County Health Department said it is not clear if the cases are linked to a previously confirmed case in suburban Cook County or the outbreak associated with Disneyland. Officials said these cases appear to be focused in northwest suburban Cook County, but said any resident who is unvaccinated and experiences symptoms, such as a high fever and rash, should contact their healthcare provider.

The number of confirmed cases increased to five late last week, and health officials said they are taking extra precautions to limit the spread of the disease, as the source of the infection is still unknown.

These individuals should notify their doctor or emergency department before seeking care so that staff are able to take appropriate precautions to prevent additional infections, the department added. Measles is a highly contagious respiratory disease that causes fever, red and sore eyes, runny nose, cough and a characteristic rash. The disease can cause severe health complications, including pneumonia, encephalitis and death. Measles is transmitted by contact with an infected person through coughing or sneezing and can remain in the air and on surfaces for up to two hours. Infected people are contagious from four days before their rash starts to four days afterwards. “This situation continues to underscore the importance of getting vaccinated,” officials said. “Vaccinations are the safest, most effective way to protect individuals from measles and other potentially dangerous communicable diseases.” Individuals who are under the age of 1 or with certain clinical conditions cannot be vaccinated and are therefore at highest risk for measles, according to public health officials. Residents are strongly encouraged to get vaccinated to protect themselves and the most vulnerable members of the community.

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village news > maine township

Nominations sought for Good Citizen’s Award Award given in honor of 15-year Cook County Sheriff’s Police veteran Karen Lader Nominations are being sought for the 2015 Sgt. Karen Lader Memorial Good Citizen’s Award, which will be presented to a Maine Township resident who has demonstrated strong support and dedication to their community. The

award winner will be announced at the Maine Township Annual Town Meeting on April 14. In 2011, Maine Township proudly instituted the award in honor of Lader, a resident of Des Plaines and a 15-year veteran of

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The Summit and Rainbow Hospice present dementia program Caregivers, families coping with a loved one’s memory loss invited to free event The Summit of Uptown and Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care will present a community event for caregivers and families coping with a loved one’s memory loss on Feb. 26 at 5:30 p.m. at The Summit, 10 N. Summit Ave., Park Ridge. If you are looking for information or guidelines on coping with the challenges of a loved one’s memory loss, join other caregivers to discuss the

ways dementia affects behavior and share information on how to support changing care needs. The conversation will be led by Nancy Flowers, LCSW, from Rainbow’s Life Institute for Learning. There is no charge for the program, but reservations are required by Feb. 22 by calling 847-825-1161, ext. 129. Light refreshments will be served, and parking is available in city lots located across the street. For a list of other programs and events at The Summit of Uptown which has been providing quality services to seniors for more than 30 years, visit www.summitofuptown. com.

the Cook County Sheriff’s Police who lost her battle with cancer in 2010. Deeply involved with Maine Township residents especially in the Neighborhood Watch Program, she was also active in the successful National Night Out Against Crime event held each August. “We are looking forward to recognizing another recipient this year who has gone above

and beyond in service to fellow residents and our community,” Township Supervisor Carol Teschky said. The winner will be honored with a plaque and a monetary award. Nomination forms are available online at www.mainetownship. com or by visiting the Maine Township Town Hall during regular business hours - 9 a.m. to

5 p.m. weekdays. The deadline for submission is March 27. Completed forms should be mailed to trustee Peter Gialamas at the Maine Township Town Hall - 1700 Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068. They may also be faxed to 847-297-1335. For more information, visit www. mainetownship.com or call 847297-2510.

www.cookcountycrimestoppers.org • 800.535.stop Thursday, February 12, 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.

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Heather M. Aragosa, 38, 8506 Madison, Niles, was arrested at 4:15 p.m. Jan. 30 in the 8500 block of Madison for possession of controlled substance and suspended license.

A 17-year-old from Chicago was arrested at 8:32 a.m. Feb. 3 in the 7300 block of Lehigh for suspended driver’s license.

a 16-year-old juvenile from Glenview was arrested at 11:45 a.m. Feb. 2 at the Golf Mill Mall for retail theft.

Feeshia L. Hyde, 38, 1549 Jonquil, Chicago, was arrested at 2:40 p.m. Feb. 4 at the Golf Mill Center for retail theft.

Victor Morales-Arburto, 48, 101 Brookside Drive, Glendale Heights, was arrested at 11:57 p.m. Feb. 4 in the 8000 block of Milwaukee for no valid driver’s license.

Ioan G. Hotca, 32, 8457 Osceola, Niles, was arrested at 3:49 p.m. Feb. 5 on Dempster and Milwaukee for no valid driver’s license.

Park Ridge Christopher Wober, 41, of the 3000 block of Heritage, Joliet, was arrested at 8:20 p.m. Jan. 29 on Touhy and Aldine for driving while license suspended, no insurance and unlawful use of a cell phone.

James E. Osorio, 29, of the 10300 block of Front Avenue, Franklin Park, was arrested at 1:30 a.m. Jan. 31 in the 500 block of South Greenwood for suspended driver’s

license, improper overtaking and no proof of insurance.

Morton Grove Gary T. Fedoruk, 57, of Harwood Heights, was arrested on Jan. 17 on Dempster and Interstate 94 for driving under the influence. Suspect was involved in a one car motor vehicle accident.

Kevin Ziko, 23, of Chicago, was

10 arrested on Jan. 29 at TJ Maxx,

7250 Dempster, for retail theft. Suspect was arrest for stealing a watch at TJ Maxx. Andrew M. Swets, 34, of Morton Grove, was arrested on Jan. 30 in the 6100 block of Beckwithforpossessionofcannabis, possession of paraphernalia and unlawful use of a weapon. Suspect was stopped for traffic violation and found to be in possession of cannabis, drug paraphernalia and a switchblade knife.

Griffin T. McCaughey, 18, of Glenview, was arrested on Jan. 31 on Dempster and Menard for possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia. Suspect vehicle was stopped for a traffic violation. Juvenile driver was found in possession of numerous nitrous oxide cylinders. McCaughey was the front seat passenger and found to be in possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia.

Gabriella A. Trashani, 21, of Des Plaines, was arrested on Feb. 1 in the 6100 block of Dempster for driving while license suspended. Suspect was involved in motor vehicle accident while driving with a suspended license.

Kevin J. Smentek, 23, of

14 Skokie, was arrested on Feb.

3 at Menards, 6301 Oakton, for retail theft. Suspect was arrested for stealing a Gerber Multi Tool at Menards.

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certain childhood vaccines and autism. The author of that study has since been By nick reiher MANAgINg eDItor thrown out of the medical profession and nreiher@buglenewspapers.com his study patently debunked by @JolietILNews the rest of the world’s medical authorities. One-hundred years ago, a But McCarthy continues to 45-year-old Irish native named use her bombshell platform Mary Mallon was put into to spout this dung, convincing lifetime confinement by health hordes of new parents not to officials in New York City. vaccinate their children lest they They had been on her trail for become autistic or suffer other a few years before they found nick reiher MANAgiNg EDiTOR maladies. Now, God knows her again, attempting to escape how many kids are going to authorities just wanting to live her life as a cook for families or large school without being vaccinated against childhood diseases such as measles that groups. The problem is, authorities some 10 had been under control for decades. And we have outbreaks. And there will years earlier realized some people died after Mallon fed them. They knew why. be outbreaks of other diseases we had They told her to stop. She would not. under control if this continues. I called an old friend who certainly had People she cooked for continued to die until authorities caught her and put her misfortune from a flu shot, maybe. By in an isolated bungalow until she died 23 his own recollection, former Chief Judge years later. It was a horrible fate, to live Herman Haase said it could have been a alone for nearly a quarter century. But flu shot that resulted in him becoming health officials decided for the common paralyzed from the neck down nine good, she needed to be isolated if days later in 1998. Or, it could have been she would not heed their warnings to a certain bacteria from under-cooked stop cooking for people. Large groups chicken to which he was particularly, of people. Some of whom later died and horribly, susceptible. “I would rather have gotten the flu than because of it. One-hundred years later, it has taken what happened to me,” said Haase, who a measles outbreak to expose people went through years of physical therapy sometimes referred to as “anti-vaxxers” after suffering a rare form of Guillainas possibly well-meaning, but wrong. Barre syndrome. Seventeen years later, he still puts leg braces on every morning. Dead wrong. A lot of this started when former But he drives, works and even does some Playboy centerfield Jenny McCarthy used woodworking, even though he lost the a relatively obscure study to promote more fine motor skills in his hands. Being an attorney and not a medical the possibility of a connection between

professional, Haase said he doesn’t give medical advice. He does tell people what happened to him may have been caused by a flu shot. Obviously, he doesn’t get a flu shot anymore. Considering this year’s batch targeted the wrong strains anyway, he doesn’t feel like he’s missed anything. And at nearly 73, he doesn’t have young kids, but if he did, Haase said, he has no doubt what he’d do: “I would make sure they got all their inoculations,” he said. There are side-effects with all medications, just listen to TV commercials. Sometimes, they can be fatal. Sometimes, they may hurt more than help. When that happens to a significant number of people, the federal government will pull the plug. Taking these medications are personal choices and, hopefully, with the advice of their doctors. If they don’t take them, in most cases, the only people they are hurting are themselves. Likewise, some people may have bad reactions to vaccinations. They could become permanently disabled or even die. But to advocate there is a strong correlation when the medical documentation isn’t there not only hurts the children parents are trying to protect, but potentially everyone else around them. Worldwide. I used to think Jenny McCarthy was pretty and funny. Now I think she’s just dangerous, leading a movement that puts millions at risk based on a debunked study. Maybe McCarthy should be restrained somehow, as was “Typhoid Mary” Mallon, both basically for spreading crap. I’m for free speech, but not for yelling “fire” in a crowded theater. Not when millions of lives could be at stake. Meanwhile, Jenny, shut up.

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Really making the best choice for morton Grove We get things done by listening, compromising and coming together dear editor, I had the honor to serve our village as trustee in Morton Grove from 1992 to 2005. Many of those years I served with Don Sneider and consider him a friend. I read Don’s recent letter to the editor

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and respectfully, I disagree with him. I know all of the candidates running for office in this election, and they’re all good people. I am supporting Rita Minx, John Thill and Janine Witko for trustees in the primary election. While they do not agree on every issue, they share the Action Party’s core principles of maintaining our excellent services, open and honest government and improving our village for future generations. They are not afraid of making tough and

sometimes unpopular decisions. I have been a life long member of the Action Party and am proud to see that people have joined together to make the village a better place for everyone. I have always said the Action Party is about addition, not subtraction. We are a small closeknit community. Unlike Springfield or Washington, we get things done by listening, compromising and coming together. sincerely, Jim karp, morton grove

in the Jan. 28 issue, The Niles Bugle incorrectly attributed a quote in the story “Library board considers limiting attendance at religious events.” The quote “We shouldn’t be donating funds to nonprofit organizations” was incorrectly attributed to Niles Library Board President Morgan Dubiel. The Niles Bugle apologizes for the error.

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FEBRUARY 12

State Rep Marty Moylan O’Hare Noise Committee. 7-8 p.m. at Park Ridge City Hall, 505 Butler Place. Moylan is encouraging any interested residents to attend this meeting to learn more about efforts to reduce noise pollution and voice their concerns. For more information, call Moylan’s district office at 847-635-6821.

FEBRUARY 13

Indoor Picnic. 11:30 a.m. American Legion Memorial Civic Center, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove. Join Mather LifeWays for an indoor picnic, where attendees can cozy up to friends, neighbors and new acquaintances; dig into a delicious lunch; and delight in some live entertainment. Cost: $12 in advance, $15 at the door. For more information or to make a reservation, call 888-600-2560 or

visit www.matherlifeways.com. Valentine’s Party with the Animals. 6-7 p.m. at Wildwood Nature Center, 529 Forestview Ave., Park Ridge. Show your love for the animals. Create handmade valentines for our cuddly friends. Spend some time with the critters - feeding, petting, playing and learning about them. Then enjoy a valentine snack and receive a valentine from the animals to you. For more information or to register, call 847-692-5127 or visit www.parkridgeparkdistrict.com. I n t e r n a t i o n a l Celebration. 6-9 p.m. at the St. John Brebeuf Catholic Parish Ministry Center, 8305 N. Harlem, Niles. St. John Brebeuf Catholic Women’s Club is hosting an International Celebration. It is a fun-filled family event featuring food from various countries. entertainment, and raffle prizes. Admission is free. Food tickets are

only 50 cents. Take a trip around the world without leaving Niles. 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. Valentine’s Day Party. 7-9 p.m. at South Park Recreation Center, 833 Talcott Ave., Park Ridge. Join the Park Ridge Park District for a Valentine’s Day Party. Be sure to wear your favorite red attire. This party includes a DJ with pop and candy for sale. For more information, call 847-6925127 or visit www.prparks.org. Sweetheart Skate at IceLand. 8:15-9:45 p.m. at IceLand, 8435 Ballard Road, Niles. Celebrate Valentine’s Day by skating with your sweetie to love songs on the indoor ice rink. Event is for children, adults and families. Fee: $; $3 skate rental. For more information, call 847-967-6633 or visit www.niles-parks.org.

FEBRUARY 14

Small Hands, Warm Hearts. 1 p.m. at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Children and their families are invited to this Valentine’s Day event for arts ‘n crafts, snacks and a movie in Center Court all courtesy of Golf Mill. For more information, visit www.golfmill. com. Valentine’s Day Dance for Middle Schoolers. 6:309 p.m. at Niles Family Fitness Center, 987 Civic Center Drive. Bring your friends to dance to the latest music and meet new people. Come to the Niles Family Fitness Center gym for music and dancing by Frost Entertainment. There will be no entry after 8 p.m. and no re-entry. Open to sixth through eighth grades or any current Teen Center member. Cost: $10 per person (includes 4 tickets for drinks and snacks). For more information, call 847-3758949. Sweetheart Skate at IceLand. 7-9 p.m. at IceLand, 8435 Ballard Road, Niles. Celebrate Valentine’s Day by skating with your sweetie to love

songs on the indoor ice rink. Event is for children, adults and families. Fee: $; $3 skate rental. For more information, 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 847966-8145 or visit www.sjbrebeuf. org.

FEBRUARY 16

Indoor Playground. 10-11:30 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. Science Night with the Park Ridge Park District. 6-7 p.m. at Wildwood Nature Center, 529 Forestview, Park Ridge. Turn your family into scientists and explore fun science concepts at Wildwood Nature Center. Make cool scientific discoveries through experiments, projects and play. Different activities each class. Ages: Families R/NR: $12/family. For more information or to register online, visit www.prparks.org.

FEBRUARY 19

Year of the Sheep Celebration. 4 p.m. at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Celebrate the Chinese New Year with fun activities in Center Court starting with a martial arts demonstration from the students at Shim’s Martial Arts Academy. Following the demonstration, the adults will be able to do a bonsai workshop with BC Bonsai and the kids will be creating Chinese New Year themed crafts. For more information, visit www.golfmill.com.

FEBRUARY 20

Daddy Daughter Dance. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Maine Park Leisure Center, 2701 W. Sibley St., Park Ridge. Put on your fancy gown and shoes, and get ready to stroll down the red carpet. It’s time for an award-winning, glamorous Hollywood Daddy Daughter Party. The evening includes dancing and refreshments. One professional photo is included in the fee. There is no at the door registration. Fee is per couple. Ages: 4-12 R/NR: $30/$48 per couple. Additional participant: $15 R/$28 NR. For more information and to register, visit www.prparks.org.

FEBRUARY 21

Children’s Community Tile Art Project- Unveiling Ceremony. noon to 12:30 p.m. at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 217 Golf Mill Center. You are invited to attend the fourth annual Niles “Lights On Afterschool” Tile Art Project Unveiling Ceremony in Golf Mill Mall near JCPenney and Four Seasons Salon. The brief ceremony will showcase the 100 pieces of artwork created by youth from the Niles area. 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.

FEBRUARY 26

Girls Night Out. 6-8 p.m. at the Golf Mill Shopping Center, 239 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Enjoy an evening of mini pampering services offered by 4 Seasons Nail & Day Spa, The Red Studio and Just Relax. There will also be music, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres from Ginza, a raffle prize from Sephora, flowers from Emotional Bonding and goody bags. Admission is $20 per person and tickets are limited to the first 100 people. A photo ID must be provided to receive alcoholic beverages. For reservations, call 847-699-1070. For more information, visit www. golfmill.com.

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boys hoops

It’s the system Maine South hits 20-win plateau

By mike sandrolini sports reporter

mike@nilesbugle.com @Voyager_Sport

Why has Maine South been able to reach the 20-victory plateau faster than nearly every other boys prep team around the Chicago area this season? Senior forward George Sargeant offers a simple explanation. “It’s the system,” he said. “Everybody has faith in the system.” Coach Tony Lavorato’s system is one that’s proven to be particularly frustrating for opponents who, on paper, may have more raw talent than the Hawks. It involves a patient, motion offense and a smothering matchup zone defense. But each foe, of course, possesses different strengths, so Lavorato and the Hawks--winners of 11 straight games going into Tuesday’s nonconference tilt at Hersey— have successfully adjusted the system as the situation warrants. Case in point was the Hawks’ 5045 victory at home Jan. 30 versus New Trier—the squad that handed

Maine South one of its only two losses of the season, 47-45, in triple overtime back on Dec. 11. Typically, three or four players will reach double figures for the Hawks. But with 3:20 to go and the Hawks leading 40-34, Sargeant had scored half of his team’s points. “You’ve got to be able to play and win in different ways,” Lavorato said. “One of the things we’ve done here over the last 11 games, playing all the games that we have, we’ve played a bunch of games and styles and we’re able to win in different ways.” The Hawks’ starting lineup— Sargeant, Caleb deMarigny, Nick Ruben, Davis Neilands and junior Jon Arenas—has remained consistent throughout most of the year. And Lavorato doesn’t hesitate to go to his bench. Brad Perry, a junior, has been seeing more minutes as the season has progressed. He stands 6-11, and when he and the 6-7 Sargeant are on the floor at the same time, few teams can match up with them

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Caleb deMarigny is the floor general for the 20-plus win Hawks.

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Katherine DeLara and Niles West fell to New Trier.

hoops

Bandits pick up 20 win Dons control own destiny in ESCC By mike sandrolini sports reporter

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Resurrection took care of Regina Dominican, 46-32, in the GCAC tourney on Feb. 4 for its 19th win of the season. Jessica Pawula was the Bandits’ top scorer with 16 points, while Maddie Larsen finished with a double-double (10 points, 10 rebounds). Gabriella Galassini of Niles had five steals. Trinity (21-3) drilled the Bandits, 75-28, in a GCAC semifinal game last Thursday. However, the Bandits notched win No. 20, 45-

42, over Mother McAuley for third place last Saturday. Pawula again scored 16 points; Larsen and Taylor Farrell had eight apiece. •Maine South (14-14) found itself in a 20-5 hole to start its CSL South game against Evanston last Friday, but the Hawks roared back to post a 52-48 win—their fifth in the last six contests. Riley Eckert and Elizabeth Skoronski (five rebounds) shared scoring honors for Maine South with 13 points each. Nina Anderson totaled 11 points, eight rebounds and four steals. •Niles West is getting healthy

as Nicole Lopatin and Julia Easter returned to the lineup from injuries for the Wolves CSL South game versus New Trier last Friday. But the Wolves were no match for the high-flying Trevians, who cruised to a 61-35 victory and clinched a share of the league championship. New Trier is 24-1 overall and 9-0 in the CSL South. Jaylnn Estrada scored 16 points to lead the Wolves (13-13, 2-7). Hilma Mededovic added 10 and Katherine DeLara eight.

BOYS A victory at Evanston last Thursday would have almost certainly sewn up a third straight

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Wrestlers, gymnasts, bowlers sectional-bound Twenty area wrestlers, including nine from Notre Dame, have qualified for Saturday’s individual sectional at Glenbard North by placing in the top three at regionals last weekend. The Dons’ nine sectional qualifiers include three-time state qualifier, senior Jimmy Gallardo (26-3), who won the 113-pound title at the Evanston regional last Saturday, and 2014 state qualifier Marco Orlandi (13-3), who finished second at 170. Team-wise, the Dons took second with 194 points while champion Evanston had 243.5 points. Also at the Evanston sectional were Maine East and Niles West, which finished fifth (111.0 points) and sixth (64.0), respectively. The Demons are sending six to the sectionals, and the Wolves one. Notre Dame likely would have had a 10th qualifier, but Notre Dame coach Augie Genovesi said 195-pounder Brian Brand underwent emergency surgery last Friday and missed the regionals. “We didn’t wrestle very well at all,” Genovesi said. “Second place

(at regionals) is no longer good for us. We will regroup and be ready this weekend.” Senior heavyweight Frank Pavlik (30-5) was the regional champ at Evanston, while juniors Jake Barzowski (9-2 at 138) and Michael LoBianco (19-15 at 126), and sophomores Andy Poniatowski (30-11 at 120) and Michael Valdez (13-5 at 132) took seconds. Taking thirds were juniors Lian Mulcrone (24-12 at 182) and Tom Renier (9-3 at 160). Two Demon wrestlers won regional titles: Mario Rihani (145), a junior, upped his record to 336, and senior 220-pounder Mario Pagonis improved to 31-6. Junior John Youseph placed second at 106 and is 35-8. Kacper Piskorz (269), a sophomore, won in overtime in his third-place match. Senior Noel Huicochea (27-13 at 120) and junior Maurice Rihani (13-7 at 152) also finished third. Niles West’s lone sectional representative is senior George Tripkos, who lost to Pagonis in the title bout by a 3-0 decision. Tripkos is 28-6.

Maine South participated in the Lake Park regional and finished fifth. Four Hawks will be at the Glenbard North sectional. Junior Ibrahim Nasir, a state alternate last season, captured a regional title at heavyweight, and senior Andy Kopplin nabbed second at 220. Senior Dan Coakley was third at 138, as was junior Jake Bess at 120.

GIRLS GYMNASTICS Maine South took part in the Hersey regional on Feb. 5 and grabbed second place in the team standings with a 139.3, compared to regional champion Prairie Ridge’s 149.05. The Hawks advanced to Thursday night’s Lake Park sectional. Sophomore Alysa Chiovatero and senior Lauryn Rotonda earned automatic sectional berths. Chiovatero secured fourth place in all-around with a 35.525 score, and

also scored 9.15 on beam to tie for third. Rotonda’s fifth-place finish on the floor with a 9.25 earned her an automatic bid. At-large sectional qualifiers include Chiovatero on vault (8.875), uneven bars (8.775) and floor (8.725); sophomore Erin Clements on vault (8.875); sophomore Anna Seenarain in the all-around (34.525), vault (9.175), uneven bars (8.525) and floor (8.725); and sophomore Sara Ignoffo in the allaround (34.175), vault (9.10) and floor (9.025). “Overall, we had solid scores on all events, though we had more beam falls than we did at our conference meet so that pulled that event score down a bit,” said Maine South coach Tessa Robinson. “I’m so proud of the girls and the success they’ve had thus far, but we have plenty to work on and improve upon in preparation for

the sectional.” •Niles West competed at the Mundelein sectional held Monday after scoring a season best 134.2 points at the Mundelein regional Feb. 3. Senior Catherine Steegmueller advanced in the allaround with a score of 36.25 points. She was second on the balance beam (9.25), fourth on the vault (9.25), fifth on bars and fifth on the floor exercise. Sophomore Karina Marin scored a 9.025 while placing seventh on vault. She also was sixth on the floor and eighth in all-around (22.575). Sophomore Haley Aichholzer took seventh on the floor and on bars, and senior Emily Stangel was eighth on bars.

GIRLS BOWLING Resurrection edged runner-up

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14 System | from page 11 down low. Perry can score in the post, and, as you might guess, will make those who choose to drive the lane think twice. Perry, though, also is mobile enough to get to the outside and help out defensively. Late in the New Trier game, he and a teammate boxed in one of the Trevians’ perimeter players who appeared to have his sights set on attempting a three-pointer from the baseline. “I thought Brad Perry did a great job,” Lavorato said. “You don’t see many 6-11 kids who close out on a three-point shooter from under the

Thursday, February 12, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com basket, get all the way to the corner and also the very next possession change a layup. I thought his minutes were very crucial.” A couple of weeks ago, Lavorato pointed out that a trio of starters—Sargeant, Neilands and Arenas, who were key players on Maine South’s highly successful football team—are now “officially basketball players.” He reiterated that point after the Hawks had downed New Trier. “I’ve been saying this, but people don’t understand it,” Lavorato said. “It takes a good four weeks (for football players to make the transition to basketball) and then it takes a little break. We took a

break after (the) Proviso (Holiday Tournament) and came back, and he (Sargeant) was a totally different player. Jon Arenas and Davis, the same thing. Everybody’s got a bounce (in their step), everybody’s hitting shots .” Arenas, in particular, has been hitting shots. If Sargeant doesn’t end up as the team’s leading scorer at game’s end, it’s usually either Arenas or deMarigny. “It’s been great,” said Arenas, referring to the Hawks’ recent double-digit win streak. “We’re just having fun out there and (getting) a lot of ball movement. Being out there with my teammates, it’s a special feeling to be on a streak like

this. I’m just blessed.” “The key to this run has been focus,” said Ruben, who hit six of eight free throws down the stretch in the second game against New Trier. “After the New Trier loss we took it as a change of mindset because we knew that we shouldn’t have lost to them. They’re a great team, but we felt as if we were better. And the Stevenson loss (in the Proviso West tourney), that was heart –breaking, so since then we’ve been putting effort in because we don’t want to be put in a situation where we lose again.” The Hawks, Lavorato noted, divide each season into six segments. They’re currently in Segment No. 5, which consists of eight games. “We try to win each segment,” Arenas said, “and the sixth segment is the playoffs so we try to win that, too.”

sectional | from page 13 Trinity by 54 pins to capture the team championship at its own regional last Saturday. The Bandits totaled 5,185 pins compared to Trinity’s 5,131. Junior Olivia Canova set the pace for Resurrection with a 1,232 series, followed by junior Bela Giglione’s 1,045. Sophomores Meredith Nowotarski and Lauren Gawlinski had respective series of 968 and 955. Sophomore Peyton LaValley (530) and senior Idalis Huerta (455) also contributed. The Bandits travel to Darien Saturday for the Hinsdale South sectional. -compiled by Mike Sandrolini

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Adam Doll, Westmont

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

Kenyon Woodfork, Joliet Central ..530

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South 10.7

Jon Arenas, Maine South

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

Peter Funk, Downers South

.530

Rebounds Per Game

Nick Ruben, Maine South

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

Jojo Rios, Niles West

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Nick Ruben, Maine South

Cole Kotopka, Plainfield East

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Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

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Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

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George Sargeant, Maine South

15.5

Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South 14.2 Evan Hines, Niles West

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John Rebellato, Westmont

13.6

Jon Arenas, Maine South

13.6

Taquan Sims, Joliet Central

13.4

Shane Ritter, Plainfield South

13.3

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12.8

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

12.6

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

12.5

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North 12.4 Ralph Blakney, Lockport

11.8

Harold Davis, JCA

11.1

Denis Alibegovic, Downers South 1 1.0

hoops | from page 12 CSL South championship for Maine South’s boys basketball team. Instead, the Wildkits put themselves in the driver’s seat, handing the Hawks their first loss of the new year, 58-51, and ending Maine South’s 12-game winning streak which started with its final game at the Proviso West Holiday Tournament. The Hawks (6-2) and Wildkits (71) both have two games remaining on the conference schedule. Maine South undoubtedly needs to take care of business at NilesWest Friday night and at Glenbrook South Feb. 20. Both of the Hawks’ CSL South foes have under-.500 records, but so, too, do the Wildkits’ final two league opponents. Evanston hosts Waukegan (winless in the conference) Friday night and wrap up CSL South play at Niles West on Feb. 20. Caleb deMarigny sank a three from the top of the key to tie the game at 30 in the third quarter, but the Hawks fell behind 46-35 at the end of the quarter. Maine South climbed back into the contest and was within three at 51-48 with just over two minute left. However, that would be the closest Maine South would get the rest of the contest. Jon Arenas tied Evanston’s

Malik Fuller, Joliet Central

10.7

7.9

Wynston Wright, Plainfield East 65

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

7.9

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North

Adam Doll, Westmont

Colin Kamper, Downers North

.522

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

7.8

Brodric Thomas, Bolingbrook

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Jobin Varghese, Niles West

.520

Devin Blake, Downers North

7.6

John Paul Leagogo, Westmont

Wynston Wright, Plainfield East

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North .512

George Sargeant, Maine South

6.7

George Sargeant, Maine South

Caleb deMarigny, Maine South .500

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

6.6

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

Dwayne Griffin, Romeoville

Odisho Audisho, Niles West

.500

Dimitri Akenten, Bolingbrook

6.8

Dwayne Griffin, Romeoville

Prentiss Nixon, Bolingbrook

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

.500

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North 6.2

Ralph Blakney, Lockport

Brandon Smeets, Plainfield North 25

Jalen Jackson, JCA

.490

Drake Fellows, JCA

6.1

Robbie Brooks, Plainfield Central 38

Evan Hines, Niles West

.490

Logan Ivy, Plainfield Central

5.9

Brandon Smeets, Plainfield North 35

Davis Neilands, Maine South

.700

Quintin Brown, Westmont

5.8

Jordan Reed, Plainfield East

George Sargeant, Maine South

.680

Lee Higgins, Plainfield East

Davis Neilands, Maine South

5.7

Treyvion Kirk, Joliet West

Brad Perry, Maine South

.670

Trevor Stumpe, Plainfield North .872

Justin Windt, Plainfield Central 5.6

Wilyam Wright, Plainfield East

Julian Torres, Bolingbrook

.655

Bowen Marks, Downers North

.857

Jeff Washington, Joliet West

5.5

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

Elyjah Goss, Plainfield East

.634

Myles Farley, Downers North

.848

Kevin Krieger, Plainfield North

4.9

Da’Von Foster, Joliet West

Dimitri Akenten, Bolingbrook

.633

Matt Cappelletti, Romeoville

.838

Kewon Ware, Joliet Central

4.9

Aaron Jordan, Plainfield East

Jon Arenas, Maine South

.570

Octavius Parker, Niles West

.820

Sean Alexander, Westmont

Bowen Marks, Downers North

.553

Mantas Augustinavicius, DGS

.820

Matt Mahlke, Downers North

.548

Jack Fallbacher, Downers North .800

Trevian Bell, Joliet West

.545

Jacob Buchner, Plainfield South .800

were 10-for-10 from the stripe in the final quarter. •Notre Dame remained in first place and undefeated in the ESCC following last Friday’s 5242 triumph over Marian Catholic. Ammar Becar led the Dons (19-4, 6-0) with 17 points, and Anthony D’Avanzo tallied 10 points and nine rebounds. Sophomore Matt Stritzel added nine points. Senior Joe Mooney was limited to eight points, but coach Tom Les said that was due mainly to

Marian playing a box-and-one defense on Mooney. “The league does a very good job of coaching and scouting,” Les said. “It’s not unusual for them to take away what the competition is good at, so we have to be versatile.” The Dons have three conference games left, starting at rugged St. Viator Friday night. “We control our own destiny,” Les said. “St. Viator is a tough place to play. It’ll be a good game.”

Assists Caleb deMarigny, Maine South

166

Steals

Jordon Kedrowski, Downers North 109

Jon Arenas, Maine South

Nojel Eastern as the game’s high scorer with 17 points and George Sargeant had 10. Nick Ruben contributed nine. Maine South got back on the winning track after stopping Palatine, 60-54, at the Milwaukee Bucks Prep Series last Saturday in Milwaukee. Sargeant’s doubledouble of 23 points and 10 rebounds led the way. Davis Neilands contributed 10 points, Arenas had eight points and four steals, and deMarigny dished out

nine assists and had seven points. Maine South’s 66-59 victory at Hersey on Feb. 3 put its win streak at 12 straight. The Hawks were led by Arenas’ 17 points and five assists. Neilands chipped in with 14 points and seven rebounds, Sargeant added 14 points and five boards, deMarigny notched a double-double with 11 points and 13 assists, and Ruben pulled down eight rebounds. The Hawks were nearly perfect from the free throw line, nailing 16 of 17 attempts; they

Field Goal %

Free Throw % .895

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how many followers on twitter do you have? i have around 500 followers. how active are you on twitter? i go on there pretty much every day but i don’t tweet every day. Do you follow anyone famous? i follow a few famous people. i follow Lebron James, but i don’t follow that many famous people. Any interesting stories that come to mind associated with twitter? last year, we got in a little bit of a heated twitter rivalry with a school, one of our rivals. and so we were encouraged to stay off twitter in terms of stuff like that.

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Dave Says

Keep flood insurance? What you’re paying for the policy is such a small percentage of your world By dave ramsey dave says

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Dear Dave, I’m debt-free except for my home, and I’ll have that paid off in about 12 months. I currently make Dave Says $60,000 a year money advice by and live in an dave ramsey area of Florida that is designated a flood plain, because a river that empties into Tampa Bay runs behind my home. Currently, I’m paying $1,070 a month for flood insurance. My house is worth $325,000, and water has only come up into the yard twice in over 20 years. Since I’m doing pretty well financially, do you think I need to keep my flood insurance policy? Trudy Dear Trudy, From what you’ve told me about the history of your property, it sounds like your biggest concern might be if a hurricane caused a backwash in your area. Insurance is already pretty tough in Florida when it comes to those kinds of things, but you don’t want to run the risk of your house getting mowed down and losing everything. If I were in your shoes, I think I’d like the protection of

flood insurance. What you’re paying for the policy is such a small percentage of your world, compared to the value of your home and your income. Keep the coverage, Trudy! —Dave

Do the right thing, but don’t let them bully you Dear Dave, I have a student loan in default that is now being handled by a collections agency. They want me to pay the entire $20,000 now, or consolidate it with $16,000 in collection fees added. Are these my only options? Rebecca Dear Rebecca, There’s no way I’d consolidate and pay $16,000 in collection fees. Right now, they’re trying to bully you. They may eventually garnish your paychecks, but I think you can still work out something with these guys. You’ll have to repay the loan, and probably the interest and some of the late charges, but $16,000 is a bunch of crap. Don’t run out and get another loan to pay it, but don’t let yourself be blackmailed, either. You’ve made a mess by ignoring this for so long, so now you’ll have to save every penny you can and start sending them substantial amounts of money each month. Trust me, they’ll take your

Don’t run out and get another loan to pay it, but don’t let yourself be blackmailed, either. You’ve made a mess by ignoring this for so long, so now you’ll have to save every penny you can and start sending them substantial amounts of money each month. payments and cash the checks. Hopefully, you can settle on a reasonable repayment structure and have this thing killed off in a couple of years. —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 8.5 million listeners each week on more than 550 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

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Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 588-8420. Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www. vniles.com. Click on“Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center. Advanced registration is required for programs. For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847-588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price. Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price. For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center.

Book Discussion Books can be picked up at the front desk. Tuesday, Feb. 17, at 1:30 p.m. FREE. Everyone welcome.

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.

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! Dropin Hours: • Mondays, 1-3 p.m. • Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m. • Thursdays, 2-3 p.m. • Fridays, 1-3 p.m.

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

Dinner & Movie - ‘And So It Goes’ (PG 13 2014)

Park Ridge

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 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 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.

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

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ONGOING

Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center

of Concern in Park Ridge

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

Thomas F. Surace

Thomas F. Surace, 76, a U.S. Army Veteran and beloved husband of Judi, nee Tamillo; loving father of Cheryl (John) Mickelsen, Nancy (Dave) Hendrickson, Amy (Jim) Bonsignore and Paula (Ken) Paras; dear grandfather of Caleb, Thomas, Mariana, Bethany and Graciella Mickelsen; Maddie and Abby Hendrickson; Kelly (Chad) Besaw; Ara and David Bonsignore; and Kyle and Austin Paras; adoring great-grandfather of Marshall and Charlotte Besaw; cherished brother of John (Fran) and Frank (Paula) Surace; and fond nephew of Rose Giachetti. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, on Thursday, Feb. 5, from 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral was Friday, Feb. 6, at 9:15 a.m. to St. John Brebeuf Church Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Diabetes Association appreciated. For more information, call 847966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

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

Pamela D. Marasas

Lawrence Kuhr

Pamela D. Marasas, 66, beloved wife of the late Richard Marasas, Sr.; loving mother of Richard (Tiffany) Marasas, Jr., George Marasas, Robert (Marsuelle) Marasas and Tony (Landey) Marasas; cherished grandmother of Richard III, Erika and Madeline; dear sister of the late John Budnick and the late Carl (Linda) Budnick; and the fond aunt of nieces and nephews. Visitation was Friday, Feb. 6, from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles. Funeral Services were Saturday, Feb. 7, at 9:15 a.m. to Our Lady of Ransom Church for 10 a.m. Mass. Interment Lithuanian National Cemetery. For more information, call 847966-7302 or visit www. skajafuneralhomes.com.

Lawrence “Larry” Kuhr, 86, formerly of St. Hedwig Parish in Chicago, the beloved husband of Yvonne Kuhr, nee Buck; loving father of Brian (Denise Turner); cherished grandfather of Harlan; dear brother of the late Lorraine Macek and Leonard (Loretta) Kuhr; and fond uncle of four nieces and nephews. Visitation was at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home on Jan. 29 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Funeral Services were Jan. 30 at 10:30 a.m. Interment at St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church, 690 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago. For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit skajafuneralhomes.com.

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Thursday, February 12, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com seniors | from page 21 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 many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities.

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.

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.

Senior Center Activities Calendar The village of Morton Grove provides an exciting variety of educational classes, activities and day-trips for older adults. FEBRUARY 12 • 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 13 • 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 16 • 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; • Rare Musical Instruments, 1-2 p.m. in Craft Room; and • AARP Tax-Aid by Appointment, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Civic Center.

February 17 • 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 • America’s Greatest First Ladies, 1-2 p.m. in Community Hall. February 18 • 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 • Seven Wonders of the Modern Hall, 1-2 p.m. in Community Hall. February 19 • 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 20 • Needlework Pals, 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Craft Room; • Canasta Club, 10 a.m.-noon in Library Room; • Mens Poker, noon-3 p.m. in Craft Room; and • AARP Tax-Aid by Appointment, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. in Civic Center.

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.

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Neuromuscular therapy may help some patients with chronic pain ain relief without pills” is the guiding principle of Michael Pys. As a Neuromuscular Therapist (NMT) with an educational background in Osteopathic Manual Therapy, Pys uses a variety of methods to treat patients dealing with acute and chronic pain in his Northbrook, Illinois office. His conservative approach is tailored to each patient’s specific needs. Most of his patients suffer from migraine headaches, dizziness, depression, fibromyalgia, automobile accidents, whiplash, workrelated injuries, falls, sports injuries, neuralgia and cervical disc degeneration, as well as common stress. Everyone from teenagers with growing pains to senior citizens with osteoarthritis will benefit from neuromuscular therapy. Even expectant mothers that, for safety reasons, prefer to avoid prescription medications, frequently seek the services of a neuromuscular therapist. A neuromuscular therapist helps relieve the patient’s pain by using his hands to locate “trigger points” and then deactivating the trigger points. The patient’s muscles and joints are carefully manipulated using techniques that include stretching, gentle pressure and resistance. In many cases, relief from pain is immediate. Neuromuscular therapy differs from chiropractic because NMT does not involve “cracking” of the neck and spine. The St. John-Clark Pain Treatment Institute in Clearwater, Florida provided the foundation for Pys’ educational background. He continued to expand his education with coursework at the Upplager Institute (cranio-sacral therapy)

““Using osteopathic manual therapy, my results with headache patients became almost uniformly successful, and my back and neck-related treatments improved dramatically,”” Michael Pys,

Neuromuscular Therapist (NMT)

and the McKenzie Institute. Finally, Pys graduated from the prestigious Osteopathic College of Ontario, Canada. He knew he had found his calling. “Using osteopathic manual therapy, my results with headache patients became almost uniformly successful, and my back and neckrelated treatments improved dramatically,” said Pys. “I learned from Dr. Steven Sanet, an American-trained osteopathic physician and surgeon. “He told me, ‘You need to practice and use OMT with every patient.’ It was obvious to me that he had great knowledge of the fundamental science. Dr. Sanet encouraged me to practice osteopathic manual therapy, and he was right,” Pys added. Pys says his greatest challenge is to convince patients they can live their lives free from chronic pain and headaches. Many of them are so resigned to

• back pain • neck pain • migraine/ headaches • spinal and joint problems • muscular tension • nerve related problems • persistent

pain • postural strain • sports injury • stress related tension • work related pain problems

tolerating pain that they believe it will never be overcome. Pys is so confident of his pain relief methods that he will not charge his patients if they do not experience pain relief after their first session with him. Northwest suburban resident Kathleen Christie-Jaroch, DDS, has benefited from NMT. As a dentist, she spends much of her workday seated and

Neuromuscular Therapist (NMT) Michael Pys works in the corporate setting performing on site workstation assessment and postural education. How to prevent back pain, strain and injury in the workplace.

The approach starts with hands-on palpation and clear explanation of what is going on with the patient. Depending on the type of injury, healing times vary. Right from the outset, Michael Pys says he will be clear with the patient about what they should expect.

leaning over patients. Eventually she developed lumbar spinal stenosis, a bulging disc and pinched nerves. “The pain and numbness were so severe that I couldn’t work and considered retiring from my dental practice. Spinal injections and chiropractors provided no relief. Then, I began seeing Michael last year. After several treatments, I was much better

Treatment is aimed at reducing pain, speeding recovery and promoting healing. This can include massage, soft tissue manipulation, soft tissue release, passive stretches and independent home stretching program. NO SPINAL MANIPULATION, NO CRACKING OF SPINE (HVT). Longer term it may be appropriate to look at underlying factors such as posture and stress to maintain your well-being. Stretches, postural education and relaxation are all effective ways of helping.

and returned to work. Michael gave me back my career,” Christie-Jaroch said. Neuromuscular therapy is popular in Europe but is not yet well known in the United States. However, NMT is slowly becoming more widespread as more people discover its benefits. For additional information about neuromuscular therapy, visit: www.michaelpys.com.

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