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Thursday, May 15, 2014

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Village eyes roundabout at Plush Horse by Michael Gilbert Regional correspondent

A type of traffic flow pattern gaining popularity in several Midwest towns may be used at one of Palos Park’s busiest intersections. The idea for a roundabout at the intersection of McCarthy Road and 86th Avenue was discussed Monday as Darcie Gabrisko, the vice president of Joliet-based Strand Associates, gave a 30-minute PowerPoint presentation on the subject to Palos Park officials and a handful of residents. Palos Park had entered into an agreement with the engineering firm to conduct a feasibility study for a roundabout at the intersection, which, according to Gabrisko, sees an average of 10,000 vehicles per day. The Plush Horse ice cream parlor is located on the southeast corner of the intersection while the Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration is on its northeast corner. Although roundabouts – long used on roadways in New England -- are becoming increasingly popular in Midwestern places, such as Carmel, Ind., and Madison, Wisc., Gabrisko said if Palos Park was to construct one at the intersection it would be the first within the jurisdiction of the Cook County Department of Transportation. Roundabouts are a type of circular intersection in which traffic flows almost continuously in one

direction around a central island. Gabrisko described roundabouts as “the safer intersection choice” and noted they reduce the number of “conflict points” for vehicles at an average intersection from 32 to eight. A study completed by the National Cooperative Highway Research Program shows roundabouts reduce the number of overall crashes by 35 percent and the number of accidents with a serious injuries by 75 percent. “The only type of accident is rear-end and drivers are traveling at low speeds,” Gabrisko said, adding that the speed limit proposed for the roundabout wouldn’t top more than 25 miles per hour. She also said roundabouts greatly reduce the number of pedestrian/vehicle accidents since traffic only flows in one direction and therefore a pedestrian would only have to look one direction for traffic. The roundabout proposed for McCarthy Road and 86th Avenue would also have a shared sidewalk for bicyclists and walkers. That feature drew praise from Palos Park resident and avid bicyclist Don Finan, who serves as president of the Palos Park Pedalers. “I fully support [the roundabout],” he said. “It will be a tremendous crowd pleaser and make the village stand out.” Not all residents were as en(See Roundabout, Page 4)

Photo by Michael Gilbert

Strand Associates Vice President Darcie Gabrisko gives a PowerPoint presentation on the benfits of roundabouts to the Palos Park Village Council on Monday.

Photo by Tim Hadac

Two 12-week-old puppies, a Bichon Frise Three dogs scamper about in a 2,500-square foot play area at the Miller dog breeding and a Shih Tzu, take a break from playfully facility in Indiana. According to Happiness Is Pets representative Jonathan Berning, the grappling with each other to pose for a facility owner plans to build a larger play area. “His dogs will receive more exercise than photo with Erika Bowlds, manager at Hapmost people’s personal dogs,” Berning told The Regional News on Tuesday. piness Is Pets, in Orland Park. Submitted photo

Puppies debate will resume

Trustee Calandriello visits breeder by Tim Hadac staff reporter The debate over puppy mills is expected to continue in Orland Park Monday evening, nine days after a village trustee visited a commercial dog breeding facility in Indiana. Trustee Daniel T. Calandriello said that he and “a friend from law school” visited the Miller family facility near Goshen last Saturday at the invitation of Ron Berning, founder and owner of Happiness Is Pets, 15647 S. 94th Ave. Berning had made the invitation to the three members of the Orland Park Village Board’s Public Safety Committee on April 21, after activists dismissed his photographs of commercial dog breeding facilities with which he does business as little more than “pretty pictures.” The other two members of the committee, Trustees Patricia A. Gira and Kathleen M. Fenton, have not visited the facilities. Gira told The Regional News that she wanted to accept Berning’s invitation, but declined when she learned that she would not be able to choose the facility and the date of the visit. She said that the most accurate impression would be gained via an unannounced visit that would show a facility in its natural, everyday condition—and not one where facility management had

advance notice and therefore an opportunity to “clean up” and “hide problems.”

The new law’s chief proponent, County Commissioner John Fritchey of Chicago’s North Side, has said that the ordinance See editorial, Page 2 will limit “the retail sale of puppies and kittens in Cook County Berning explained the situa- pet stores to animals sourced tion by saying that “many breed- from shelters and other humane ers have been burned in the past, adoption centers.” The measure again and again, both by journal- also allows pet shops to purchase ists who say they’re unbiased dogs and cats from small-scale, but aren’t and by these so-called hobbyist breeders. animal rights activists who pose It was passed in the wake of as journalists, lie their way into a similar and stricter ordinance a facility, take undercover video, passed the Chicago City Council and then use editing techniques by a vote of 49-1. to twist the truth into something In Orland Park, the new entirely different.” He added that he was attempting to convince more breeders to open themselves up to visits and offered to take The Regional News on a visit to the Goshen facility and several others.

county ordinance would drive Happiness Is Pets out of business after 28 years in the village, Berning has repeatedly claimed. Activists have mostly agreed, and some have taken to the Internet and even the picket line in an attempt to drive Berning out of business. Berning has repeatedly responded that his business is licensed, regulated, inspected, taxpaying and well established in Orland Park, with hundreds of positive testimonials by sat(See Puppies, Page 4)

Background

At issue is whether Orland Park should use its home-rule powers to opt out of the Cook County Companion Animal & Consumer Protection Ordinance, passed earlier this month and set to take effect Oct. 1. The county ordinance is designed to strike a blow against puppy mills by attacking the problem at the retail level. “Puppy mill” is a derisive term used by activists and others to describe those large-scale commercial breeders that engage in sloppy and even inhumane treatment of dogs and cats.

Photo by Tim Hadac

Happiness Is Pets, 15647 S. 94th Ave., Orland Park, a store that its owner says will be driven out of business if village officials do not opt out of the new Cook County Companion Animal & Consumer Protection Ordinance.

Submitted photo

McCord’s Housewalk this Sat. Photo by Jeff Vorva

Relay for Life all-nighter More than 2,000 students participated in the 2014 District 230 Relay For Life event last Friday night and Saturday morning at Sandburg High School’s athletic field. Many brought pillows and bedding although there was little sleeping to be done. Before the event even started, it raised close to $300,000 for the American Cancer Society. For our story and more photos, see Page 4.

A “Walk in the Park” will begin this Saturday, at 10 a.m., at the McCord Gallery & Cultural Center in Palos Park, where guests will pick up maps, enjoy a continental breakfast, and view the outstanding exhibit, “Spring at Last,” before heading out for a tour of four unique homes. One of the houses is this enchanting French Normandy cottage. Built in 1927, no expense was spared in building this summer home. James T. Pomeroy of Orland Park was the architect who designed the structure with 18-inch concrete walls, slate roof, leaded windows and exquisite finishing details. The house was built before Southwest Highway was constructed, so the garage which had been a drivethru had to be reworked. The integrity of the exterior was left intact, but changes were made to the interior while still maintaining the historical essence of the home. The homeowner is a gifted artist who has made the beautiful quilted pieces and most of the stained glass windows found throughout the house. She and her husband, who have lived in this house since 1974, see themselves as custodians of history and disturb the past as little as possible as they enjoy their home. Tickets for the housewalk are $30 and may be purchased by calling 671-0648. McCord Gallery & Cultural Center is at 9602 W. Creek Rd. (129th and La Grange Road). For more information, visit www. mccordgallery.org.

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Editorial

Give pet shop a fair shake in puppy debate The ongoing debate in Orland Park over whether the village should use its home-rule powers to opt out of the Cook County Companion Animal & Consumer Protection Ordinance is expected to enter the next round on Monday, at a meeting of the Village Board’s three-member Public Safety Committee. Our front page story in this edition of The Regional News has the details. Village trustees, elected by the people and holders of the public trust, say they plan to give the matter careful consideration and make a genuine, unbiased effort to hear all sides of this multi-sided issue. We expect them to do exactly that, although we have to add a few notes of concern. We are concerned by Trustee Dan Calandriello’s repeated description of a commercial dog breeding facility—brand new and under construction, we are told—as a “mill,” which Calandriello knows is a loaded term at best, a pejorative one at worst. We are concerned by Calandriello’s discomfort with a breeder expressing pride about the attractive shape of a dog’s face. Every breeder—whether large-scale commercial or small-scale hobbyist—breeds animals in such a way as to foster healthier, stronger, swifter, and yes, more attractive dogs that are likelier to be purchased by dog lovers. That’s nothing more than basic animal husbandry, which people have been practicing since the 18th century, and not just with dogs. We are concerned by Trustee Pat Gira’s statement to our reporter that because USDA regulation of dog breeding facilities are inadequate (and we definitely agree with her on that part), large-scale commercial facilities simply can’t be trusted—and therefore, she implied, should be shut down. Our view is that if there is a problem at the wholesale level, fix it at that level. Retailers should not be punished for a wholesale problem. In any event, we sincerely hope that Monday’s meeting is more about level-headed discussion of an important issue, and not a kangaroo court that condemns a local business owner before he sets foot in the door.

View from Trinity by Dr. Steven Timmermans

It takes a supportive community… As my time at Trinity is drawing to a close, I’d like to provide The Regional’s readers with an update on my family. For it was nearly four years ago that The Regional included an article with this headline: “Orphans no more: Brothers enjoy their new lives here as part of the Timmermans family.” The article explained our adoption of two Ethiopian brothers, Fekadu and Getenet, who had just turned 12 and 16 respectively. The Regional article included these statements in describing our decision: [The Timmermans] “attributed the desire to adopt to his students at Trinity. He became more sensitized to global issues after seeing his students become global citizens recognizing the hurts, challenges, and opportunities throughout the world.” The good news is the students of Trinity not only sensitized us to the need to be open to the world’s hurts, but Trinity has continued to be a welcoming and enfolding community to our adopted sons. Admittedly, living in our home—which is on Trinity’s campus—provides an opportunity few have: to be part of a multi-cultural, global campus community. Early on, the Trinity men’s soccer team—with membership from this area, various parts of the U.S., and around the world—welcomed our sons by

allowing them to practice with them, despite the age differences. Basketball was a newer sport to our sons, but they soon adopted the American fascination with the sport. Most winter evenings have seen one or both of our sons hanging out in the Trinity gym and even joining a college intramural team from time-to-time. But Trinity offers more than athletics to our family. Trinity also is the home of our sons’ sister, Yaineabeba, who was able to come to the United States to live with all of us nearly three years ago. She graduated from college in Ethiopia and is now pursuing a bachelor’s degree in business at Trinity, working on campus in her spare time. As the African proverb says, it takes a village to raise a child, and our village extends well beyond the campus of Trinity. Three local organizations in particular deserve special kudos in helping to enfold all three children into our community and strengthen our family’s bonding. Bethany Christian Services is located on College Drive, in the office building directly across from Trinity’s main entrance. One of their services is adoption, both domestic and international, and they have served us incredibly well. The adoption process was a puzzling maze at times, but our Bethany social worker led

the way with calmness and resolve. We are grateful for Bethany’s role in our family, and we all should be proud to have such a worthy resource right here in Palos Heights. Chicago Christian High has been the center of Getenet’s life for all four years, and for Fekadu, this past year. I’m grateful for the acceptance and opportunities they have found at Chicago Christian High. Principal and teachers alike have responded to challenges with cultural transitions and English learning with creativity and hospitality. Academics and co-curricular opportunities at Chicago Christian are many; while learning and instruction have been excellent, the soccer field is the place where Getenet and Fekadu flourish. As Getenet graduates next month, he leaves with the school record for the most goals scored in a season and in a four-year career! Moraine Valley Community College is the third organization that deserves our special thanks. Their international services and English language instruction are second to none. Yaineabeba began her U.S. studies at Moraine, particularly due to her need to learn the English language. Without exception, the staff and faculty at Moraine have been hospitable and encouraging. We are privileged to have such a strong community

Inside the First Amendment

Trials of Donald Sterling and Free Speech by Gene Policinski What’s left to say about the ugly, racist views of Los Angeles Clippers owner Donald Sterling and the vocal reactions to his comments? Well, from a First Amendment free expression perspective, several things — some of which may well resonate even longer than Sterling’s repugnant remarks and the lifetime ban imposed on him by Adam Silver, commissioner of the National Basketball Association. Sterling’s views came to light via a “leaked” audiotape given to a relatively new kind of news media, TMZ.com, which is positioned somewhere between a host of serious news media outlets and a long line of popular and widely read Hollywood gossip columns and magazines. Not long ago, a digital media outlet like TMZ.com — and online phenoms such as Twitter and Facebook — would not have been able to create the kind of

national discussion and rhetorical firestorm that followed the first TMZ.com reports of Sterling’s private-remarks-made-public. But no longer. A Pew Research Center’s journalism report on the State of the News Media 2014 found that “digital players have exploded onto the news scene, bringing technological knowhow and new money and luring top talent. BuzzFeed, once scoffed at for content viewed as ‘click bait,’ now has a news staff of 170.” The Sterling incident was yet another example of what the First Amendment’s protection of speech is all about. The amendment restrains government from controlling or punishing most kinds of speech. But nothing in the 45 words shielded the billionaire from public revulsion over his views, suspended endorsement deals, instant campaigns to boycott Clipper tickets and a $2.5 million fine.

The widespread criticism of Sterling echoed earlier public revulsion over negative racial comments by Nevada rancher Cliven Bundy, who attracted national attention about the same time as Sterling. Welcome to another aspect of free speech protected by the First Amendment: the “marketplace of ideas.” The amendment’s guarantee of freedom to speak one’s mind without government restriction or penalty doesn’t bring with it any assurance the speaker will find acceptance or be insulated from critics and negative public reaction. That particular civics lesson rings true across the political spectrum and over the last decade and more. Still, some people are confused over what the First Amendment does and does not do. Witness what a CBS Radio report datelined from Charlotte, N.C., called a “Twitter firestorm” following the NBA sanctions against Sterling.

“I guess Donald Sterling is not allowed to use his First Amendment rights,” said one post attributed to “Joey Bag O’ Donuts.” Calling the NBA sanctions “ridiculous,” another tweet, attributed to “Zac Palmer” asked, “Are we just taking his First Amendment rights away?” Sterling may attempt some legal action against the person who made the tape — presumably without his knowledge. But that would be a civil lawsuit, likely involving state privacy laws in California where the tape is said to have been made. No First Amendment claim applies here — there is no government involvement. And for the record, there is no Fourth Amendment claim (unlawful search and seizure) either, for the same reason. Owner groups govern their leagues but are not government. They are privately held associations, and when purchasing a team, that person or group agrees to abide by the

association’s rules and regulations. In the NBA’s case, it’s Article 24(l) of the league’s constitution that empowered Silver to act in the “best interests of the Association.” Silver said Sterling’s remarks were “contrary to the principles of inclusion and respect that form the foundation of our diverse, multicultural and multiethnic league.” We’re more able to be heard and more likely to be heard by many in today’s digital world. But as Sterling and others have demonstrated all too well, we’re also more likely than ever to be held accountable by many for our views. Or as one might tweet: “Freedom of speech works in both directions.” Gene Policinski is chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the Institute’s First Amendment Center. He can be reached at gpolicinski@newseum.org.

Lynne Budig, La Porte, Ind. Emily Erickson, Orland Park “Sometimes when you’re fight“It helps raise awareness. It’s ing an illness, you think you’re important. It’s personally rewardgoing it alone. Volunteering at ing, as well.” an event like this shows people you care, that they are not alone.

Beth Finn, Orland Park “To help people who need your help, without being paid for it. To help friends and family, because they need help, too.

Matt Wielgat, Chicago “To help people less fortunate and follow in the footsteps of Jesus Christ.

college in our area that also offers superb English instruction and services to students from the far corners of the world. My wife and are will forever be grateful to these organizations and so many more that have encouraged us in our adoption journey. It is a journey that has reaped blessings too many to count! Steve Timmermans, Ph.D., is the president of Trinity Christian College.

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Why is it important to support charitable events? (Asked last Saturday at the Connor’s Courageous Crew event to fight Crohn’s disease at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Palos Heights.)

Photos by Joan Hadac

Clara Gannon, Orland Park “It’s the right thing to do. If you have the ability to help people, it’s a given, the right thing to do.

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Good Shepherd supports Connor’s Courageous Crew vs. Crohn’s The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 7800 W. McCarthy Road, Palos Heights, was the site of a joyful after-event party last Saturday, as more than 100 people joined Palos Heights resident Connor Mish, 17, (photo at left) in a charity walk to help raise awareness and funds to fight Crohn’s disease and colitis. At right, Connor’s mother, event organizer Susan Mish, opens her arms to give a congratulatory hug to Palos Heights resident Lisa Kuban, a key figure in the success of the event, expected to raise at least $10,000.

Crohn’s disease is a chronic inflammatory condition of the gastrointestinal tract. The event in Palos Heights was one of more than 150 “Take Steps for Crohn’s and Colitis” events sponsored by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America across the nation this year. In the past six years, Take Steps events have raised nearly $40 million for research, public and professional education, and patient support services. Those who want to contribute to the cause are encouraged to visit ccfa.org online, click on the “Take Steps” icon and search for Connor’s Courageous Crew.

Palos Park plans two days of chili cook-offs weekend The village of Palos Park Recreation and Parks Department recently received a $1,379 Local Tourism Marketing Grant from the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau to promote the Regional Three “I” Chili Cookoff, on Saturday, May 31 and a “Morning After” Chili Cook-off, on Sunday, June 1, at the Village Green, 8901 W. 123rd St. Three “I” denotes that chili cooks from Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa will meet to compete. The CASI cooks from Illinois, Indiana, and Iowa will begin cooking at 9 a.m. Saturday with public tasting to begin at 1:15 pm. CASI head cook registration fee is $25. The morning after chili cook-off begins at 8 a.m., with a registration fee of $20. Public tasting will begin at 12:15 pm. Public tasting fee is $5 for each day. There will be

live music on Saturday and Sunday will include activities for kids, Line Dancing demonstration and a Touch-A-Truck area. Cooking competition includes a People’s Choice Award. Call 671-3760 for more details. The grant will be used to help with the marketing of this first time event hosted by the Village of Palos Park Recreation and Parks Department. “The Village of Palos Park is excited to add yet another chili competition to our centennial celebration this year. The Three “I” will be the second of three with the third being held at the village’s Autumn in the Park festival on Saturday, September 20, 2014,” said Mayor John Mahoney The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau distributes up to $66,000 annually

to Southland municipalities and not-for-profit organizations to promote events designed to draw visitors into the Chicago Southland region for overnight stays. These visitors contribute substantially to the Southland economy through stays in regional hotels, dining at local restaurants, shopping, recreational activities, and needed services travelers require, such as gas, oil, and sundry items. “The Local Tourism Grant program is a way for the Bureau to extend its marketing reach,” said Jim Garrett, CDME, President/ CEO of the Chicago Southland CVB. “The marketing efforts by our communities – in addition to marketing efforts by the Bureau – help us better promote the many festivals and events and area attractions throughout the Southland to potential visitors.”

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Celebrating and paying tribute to Herbert Goode’s love of animals are his wife, Karen (left)and son, Alex, as they present a ceremonial check for $8,000 to Linda Estrada, president and executive director of the Animal Welfare League, 10305 South Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge.

Sketch released of suspect in slaying of Palos Park man by Tim Hadac staff reporter

Chicago Police Department detectives may be a step closer to solving the shooting death of a 66-year-old Palos Park man that occurred about 10 weeks ago. A sketch of the killer was released to the press Monday afternoon by the Chicago Police Department. Presumably, the image is the result of new information generated by a witness, although a CPD News Affairs spokesman said he could not confirm that. The offender is described as a black man, age 20 to 30, 6 feet tall and “average build,” medium complexion and a “low haircut,” according to an alert issued by police. Additionally, the killer is believed to have a tattoo on the right side of his neck that “may possibly depict the word ‘PAM’ with a ribbon underneath,” according to the alert. The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Those who spot him are advised to keep a safe distance and call 911 immediately. Those with relevant, useful information about the case are advised to call the CPD Central Area Bureau of Detectives at (312) 747-8380 and mention case number HX-168795. Herbert Goode was shot in the chest and killed at about 2 p.m. Saturday, March 1 in an apparent robbery on Chicago’s Southwest Side. Mr. Goode was the owner of Silver Cloud Galleries, 20 W. Ohio St., Chicago, a high-end, custom framing and fine art services firm. He was shot near 57th and Claremont, where his company maintained a production facility.

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Sketch of suspect wanted in the homicide of Palos Park resident Herb Goode, fatally shot during a robbery in Chicago on March 1. Goode was shot several times and pronounced dead that afternoon at Mount Sinai Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Karen, son, Alex, and other family and friends. Alex Goode ran the business for three weeks after his father’s death, but the family has since closed Silver Cloud. “It was an easy decision,”

Alex Goode wrote in a Facebook post. “My dad was Silver Cloud Galleries, and he cannot be replaced— but it was a heart wrenching decision nonetheless. Thanks again, everyone, for your support. There is a silver (cloud) lining to all this. Herb will make sure of that.” Goode was an animal lover and donor to animal welfare groups, his son said, and had volunteered his time over the years to a number of community organizations. To honor Goode’s memory, family, friends and others raised $8,000, which was donated to the Animal Welfare League, 10305 S. Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge. The final tally was far beyond the $2,000 anticipated, and Alex Goode expressed his appreciation on Facebook. “My heart is broken over the loss of my father, but my soul dances in the shower of puppies and kittens who will be helped by my dad’s memorial,” he wrote. A celebration of Herb Goode’s life, held in the clubhouse at the Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens on March 9, drew nearly 300 family and friends.

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Dist. 230 Relay for Life on track toward goal By Jeff Vorva

field and hang out in tents. Sleep? In the past couple of years, Dis“Most people do not sleep,” trict 230 students have raised the McCurdy said. “They stay up second most amount of money for all night.’’ cancer in its Relay for Life event Students raise money to parthan anyone else in the country. ticipate. The money goes to the Only Virginia Tech University American Cancer Society. raises more. District 230 has been the No. But if Sandburg senior Justin 1 fundraiser in the nation among McCurdy keeps putting in his ef- high school in recent years. Mcforts and energy into the Relay Curdy, who has worked on comfor Life program at his next stop mittees for this event his first next year, District 230 could be three years at Sandburg knocked down a peg. “The college level events are in a The 2014 event chairman from realm of their own,” McCurdy said. Sandburg is headed to Notre “We are the top high school district Dame next semester to study in the nation and we do beat the business and hopes to see some other colleges. Virginia Tech usumore fight in the Fighting Irish ally raises about $600,000 a year when it comes to this cause. and we raise between $300,000 “I want to kick them in gear,” and $350,000 a year. This year he said. “I want to get out some we don’t know yet.’’ more participation.” Before the even stepped off The 2014 District 230 event on Friday, D230 raised close to drew 2,200 students from Stagg, $287,000. Sandburg and Andrew High “It’s pretty cool to see everyone Schools Friday night at Sand- out here,” McCurdy said. “They burg’s athletic stadium. took time from their busy lives It’s an all-night event in which to be here. It brings us together Photos by Jeff Vorva students walk around the track, as a district and as a community An estimated 2,200 students from District 230 showed up to fight against cancer Friday night but these two girls were fighting it out with play various sports on the football here.’’ each other on one of the inflatable activities in the end zone at Sandburg High School.

A Stagg relay team stops its walk around the Sandburg track to pose during the District 230 Relay For Members of Stagg’s Disney’s Dreamers strike a pose at the District 230 Relay for Life event on Friday Life Event at Sandburg High School. night.

Sandburg senior Justin McCurdy, the school’s event coordinator for the District 230 Relay for Life event, takes a quick break while stu- A small group of District 230 students stopped their walk and posed dents behind him engage in sports contests in the Sandburg athletic field infield. for selfies Friday night at the District 230 Relay for Life event.

Cancer survivors enjoy a meal in their honor before the Relay for Life event. Later on, they took an honorary lap along the track.

Puppies (Continued from page 1) isfied dog lovers, many of which are posted on his store’s website. A key point of the debate is whether a commercial dog breeding facility can operate safely and humanely. Many activists say it is impossible and have branded such facilities as puppy mills that should be forced out of operation. Pet shop owners, commercial dog breeders, the American Kennel Club, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture say otherwise. The Village Board has three options, according to Calandriello: • Do nothing and allow the new county ordinance to take effect in the village; • Opt out of the county ordinance and preserve the status quo in the village; • Opt out of the county ordinance, yet craft a village ordinance that addresses the issue by tightening controls on pet shops that sell dogs and cats.

Calandriello’s findings

“It is important for me as a trustee to research the issue and gather as much information as possible to make a factual decision. There are many parts to this decision. That is why I decided to visit the handpicked breeder that Ron Berning sent me to,” Calandriello wrote in an email to The Regional News on Tuesday. The trustee said that the Miller family facility “had about a week notice of my visit. This breeder

was still under construction. They had about 70 breeding female dogs, seven to nine breeding male dogs at that location when I visited. However, there were no puppies at that time, which is somewhat interesting.” Berning was not at the facility last Saturday, but his sons, Jonathan and Justin, were. He explained on Tuesday that the lack of puppies is due to the fact that the facility is a “brand-new kennel still under construction.” Calandriello wrote that he spoke with one of the owners of the facility. “He talked about what the mill will look like in the future. Some comments from the breeder stood out to me. First he said that he isn’t making any money right now because he doesn’t have any puppies to sell. “Additionally, the breeder used to be a hobby breeder, four or fewer breeding females, but because he saw he could make money being a bigger breeder, he built the new barn,” the trustee added. “The biggest thing that stood out from that conversation was the breeder kept singling out one of the male dogs,” Calandriello said. “He said he liked to use this male a lot to breed with female breeding dogs because of his face. To the breeder it was attractive and profitable. “I have never heard anyone talk about a dog and his offspring like this before. It was as if the dog’s face structure meant more money to him,” he added. Other observations included the noise level inside the barn, the trustee added. “It was tremen-

A Sandburg relay team decked out in pink and white for Friday’s Relay For Life event. dously loud in the barn, which had 22 cages with only Mr. and Mrs. Miller staffing the entire mill. “Since there were no young puppies, when that mill starts breeding, with 70 female breeding dogs, there is a potential to have 350 dogs at that mill, which would be about four times the dog population I observed on Saturday. That would be way too many dogs at that location,” he added. Regarding what he plans to say at the Public Safety Committee meeting on Monday, Calandriello wrote, “I plan to tell the committee about what I saw on Saturday and tell them that we need to look at all the facts regarding puppy mills. Staff has researched this issue, we all have researched the issue and we listen to arguments from all side. “Most importantly, I went to the puppy mill of Happiness is Pets choosing --- the only one that I was allowed to see, and it was under construction. After stating my observations, I will focus the conversation on overall policy regarding puppy mills. “It is important to recognize that Happiness is Pets and their current animal suppliers are only a part of this puzzle because our actions will affect all animal retailers. At the end of the day, it this all comes down to what is the best outcome for Orland Park,” he concluded. (Read an expanded version of this story, including a detailed reaction to Trustee Calandriello’s observations, online at theregionalnews. com.)

Roundabout

overall impact to our property is village should pursue. something that concerns me and Village Manager Rick Boehm the parking at The Plush Horse did not have an estimated cost (Continued from page 1) also concerns me,” he said. “It’s a for the project, but said it “would landmark business for us and I’d not be cheap.” Palos Park would thusiastic as Finan. be a little concerned doing that.” be responsible for 30 percent of Maria Rogers said her “big No action was taken on the the total cost of the roundabout concern” was whether the roundabout Monday because it with federal funds covering the roundabout could accommodate was the first time Palos Park of- rest, he said. If the village were trucks and ambulances, noting ficials had viewed the presenta- to move forward with the roundPalos Community Hospital and tion. Mahoney said the council about, it would likely take two to the Palos Fire Protection District would discuss with staff whether three years from that point to are both nearby. the roundabout is something the construct, according to Boehm. Because the roundabout is designed as being one lane throughout, Gabrisko said vehicles would have to continue through the traffic circle and then pull over to the side when yielding to emergency vehicles. Resident Mike Gaichas suggested some sort of education plan for drivers be put in place. Gabrisko said the village could post information on its website, pass out pamphlets to residents and place temporary or permanent signage at the roundabout. The design of the roundabout shown Monday would cut into a majority of the parking at The Plush Horse and also cut into the village right-of-way on the northwest and southwest sides of the intersection. “We can’t take away commercial business,” Commissioner Jim Pavlatos said, referring to a potential parking issue at Plush Horse. “We have to look into that. I don’t think we are ready to make a decision.” Photo by Michael Gilbert Mayor John Mahoney said he Drivers proceed through the intersection at McCarthy Road and 86th “loves the concept of a round- Avenue Monday. Palos Park officials are considering constructing about,” but also wasn’t completely a roundabout at the busy intersection, busier still in warm weather sold on how it was drawn up. “The when the Plush Horse ice cream parlor draws crowds.

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Driver charged with DUI Palos Heights police charged Kevin M. Murray, 55, of Orland Park, with DUI and improper lane usage. Police stopped his vehicle in the 12400 block of South Harlem Avenue at 2:58 a.m. May 4 after they said they saw it swerving. Bond was set at $1,500, and Murray is scheduled to appear in court on May 27. In other Palos Heights police news, Towana L. Williams, 41, of Orland Park, was charged with improper lane usage and driving on a suspended license. Her vehicle was pulled over by police in the 7600 block of West 135th Street at 10:05 p.m. May 5. Bond was set at $1,500, and Williams is scheduled to appear in court on May 27. Edmond P. Prendeville, 36, of Oak Lawn, was charged with driving DUI and improper stopping on a roadway. His vehicle was curbed by police in the 13000 block of South Comanche Drive at 2:52 a.m. last Saturday. Bond was set at $1,000, and Prendev-

$1,500, and Ridener was given a court date of May 27. Tiffany Moore, 30, of Richton ille is set to appear in court on Park, was charged driving on a June 10. suspended license, no proof of inPolice charged Kamal A. Al surance, and operating a vehicle Masri, 39, of Worth, with pos- with no front license plate. Police session of cannabis and failure to curbed her vehicle in the 6300 wear a seatbelt. Police stopped his block of West College Drive at vehicle in the 12400 block of South 12:48 p.m. May 7. Bond was set Harlem Avenue at 12:41 p.m. last at $2,000, and Moore is set to Saturday. He was released on his appear in court on June 10. signature and is scheduled to apPolice charged Alberto Herrerapear in court on June 18. Cuvillo, 39, of Alsip, with driving Angel Navarro, 20, of Oak on a suspended license and failure Lawn, was charged with posses- to wear a seatbelt. Police stopped sion of cannabis and possession his vehicle in the 13000 block of of drug paraphernalia. Police ap- South Harlem Avenue at 9:16 a.m. proached him while his car was last Saturday. Bond was set at parked in the 12300 block of South $1,500, and Herrera-Cuvillo was 80th Avenue at 9:50 p.m. May 3. given a court date of June 18. Navarro is set to appear in court Spiros A. Pashos, 57, of Alsip, on May 27. was charged driving on a susPolice charged Floyd E. Ridener, pended license. Police curbed his 30, of Mokena, with driving on a vehicle in the 7200 block of West suspended license. Police stopped College Drive at 11:05 a.m. last his vehicle in the 12300 block of Monday. Bond was set at $1,500, South Harlem Avenue at 11:24 and Pashos is scheduled to appear p.m. last Friday. Bond was set at in court on June 10.

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Palos Park police FTOs recognized

The Palos Park Police Department is honoring three field training officers for their service. FTOs Diana Campbell, John Winter and Ross Chibe have a tremendous impact on new officers. The trainee observes how the FTOs deal with the public and other officers, how they carry themselves, what officer safety measures they take, and much more. Police Chief Joe Miller said: “Being a field training officer (FTO) is one of the most important assignments for which an officer can volunteer.” Police Commissioner Dan Polk noted that “Field training officers have the single most important impact on how an agency will be received by the community they serve. They are responsible for shaping the character of new officers who will be working for an agency for the next 20-plus years.” The Field Training Officer is responsible for the recruit sitting next to him/her while driving a patrol on a suspended license, as well car, listening to dispatch, checking information on their computer, all while looking for a suspicious or as driving a motor vehicle with unlawful activity at the same time. expired registration. His SUV was The FTO focuses on issues such as officer safety, report writing, radio procedures, etc. all while bepulled over by police near 144th ing very detailed in everything he/she does. It can be an exhausting, stressful difficult task, but FTOs Street and Union Avenue at 5 p.m. Campbell, Winter and Chibe have far exceeded our expectations in their abilities to train, direct, teach after he allegedly ran a stop sign. and mold great police officers to serve our community, Chief Miller added. He was set to appear in court in Bridgeview last Thursday. Christopher Cuevas, 18, of Orland Park, was charged with consumption of alcohol by a minor. He was a passenger in an SUV pulled over by police in the 14400 block of South John Humphrey An 81-year-old man was arJewel-Osco in the 12800 block of Drive at 2:13 a.m. April 18. Police South Harlem Avenue. confiscated a half-empty bottle of rested by Palos Heights police on The girl was described by police Captain Morgan rum from the May 7 and charged with sexually as younger than age 12. Also in the vehicle, and Cuevas was sched- abusing his granddaughter in the vehicle were two other children, uled to appear at a hearing at parking lot of a Palos Heights both younger than the victim, acthe Orland Park Civic Center last grocery store on Easter Sunday cording to police. Tuesday, police said. The driver, morning. Norbert P. Hinshaw, of MatteThe victim is not a Palos Yosef M. Alqadi, 18, of Tinley Heights resident, police added. Park, was given warnings relat- son, was taken into custody and Palos Heights Police Sgt. Miing to improper lane use, no proof charged with aggravated criminal chael Yott said the allegation was of insurance, and driving without sexual abuse. Bond was set at $150,000, and Hinshaw is due in first reported by a family member a license. to the Crestwood Police DepartPolice charged Dariusz A. Mi- court in Bridgeview on June 2, a ment, which then notified Palos chalik, 45, of Orland Park, with spokesman for the Cook County Heights. DUI and failure to reduce speed State’s Attorney’s Office told The Police said they contacted Hinto avoid an accident. A car he was Regional News on Monday. The incident allegedly occurred shaw and advised him to turn driving struck two vehicles parked himself in at Palos Heights police in the 9200 block of West Lakev- as Hinshaw sat with the victim in headquarters, which he did. iew Drive at 10:57 p.m. April, an SUV parked in the lot outside Norbert P. Hinshaw police said. His car was towed and impounded, and Michalik was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview last Thursday. Adam R. Delia, 23, of Hickory Hills, and Joseph Mansanarez, 24, of Tinley Park, were charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police curbed their car in an Orland Square Mall parking lot at 8:17 p.m. April 2. They were both set to appear in court at the Orland Park Civic Center last Tuesday. Police charged Mario G. Picazo, 40, of Chicago, with speeding, no proof of insurance, and driving without a license. His SUV was curbed by police in the 14100 block of South La Grange Road at 5:58 a.m. April 21 after it was spotted Submitted photo traveling at 51 mph, 16 mph over the posted limit, according to the police report. His SUV was towed and impounded, and Picazo is set to appear in court in Bridgeview Ed McElroy, host of “Community in Focus” TV show, recently next Wednesday. interviewed Cook County Commissioner John Daley and Judge Ryne E. Fedyn, 24, and Alexan- James McGing of the Circuit Court of Cook County Housing Section. der Fitzgerald, 23, both of Lemont, The show will air this Friday, May 16, at 5 p.m., and again this were charged with possession of Sunday, May 18, at noon, on Senior Network Can TV, Channel 19. cannabis and possession of drug McElroy is past National Commander of the Catholic War Veterparaphernalia. Police stopped ans, USA. Pictured are Commissioner Daley, Ed McElroy and Judge their SUV in the 14900 block of James McGing. South La Grange Road at 3:29 p.m. April 16 after they said they saw Fitzgerald holding a smoking pipe. The SUV was towed and impounded, and both men are due in court in Bridgeview on June 2, police said.

Man in ‘playoff mood’ charged with retail theft of sportswear A 30-year-old Waukegan man reportedly claimed that he stole $140 worth of Chicago Blackhawks, Bulls and Cubs caps and shirts from an Orland Square Mall department store because he was “in a playoff mood,” police said. Matthew A. Valle was apprehended by police at 5:06 p.m. April 19 and charged with retail theft. Police said they also found a plastic bag containing cannabis inside Valle’s underwear. The police report gave no indication of a court date. In other Orland Park police news, the owner of the D’wan Hookah Lounge, 9925 W. 143rd Place, was cited with violating the terms of his business license. Police responding to a call at 1:01 a.m. April 20 said they saw 25-35 customers inside the establishment, in addition to a pizza deliveryman bringing a pizza inside. Police spoke with owner Fred A. Joshua, 36, of Orland Park, and told him he is required to stop serving customers at 12:30 a.m. and have them out of the building by 1 a.m. Joshua complied with the order and closed up shop for the night, police said. He was scheduled to appear in court at the Orland Park Civic Center last Tuesday. Jade R. McCaleb, 24, of Gilbert, Ariz., was charged with soliciting without authorization. Police responding an anonymous call to 911 at 4:24 p.m. April 21 said they stopped McCaleb in the 11600 block of West Blackburn Drive. According to police, he said he was selling home security products and services. McCaleb was scheduled to appear in court last Tuesday at the Orland Park Civic Center. Police charged Saleh G. Mizyed, 18, of Orland Park, with misdemeanor mob action. He allegedly ordered two 16-year-old boys to beat another 16-year-old boy on the street in the 11000 block of West Haley Court at about 3:45 p.m. April 22. The victim told police that he had just gotten off a bus when a vehicle driven by Mizyed pulled up. Two teens jumped out and allegedly beat him unconscious, and he did not regain consciousness until he was being treated in an ambulance and about to be transported to Silver Cross Hospital, he told police. Witnesses, two of whom are nurses who helped the victim as he lay on the ground bleeding from the head, gave police a description of the vehicle and its occupants. Mizyed’s vehicle was curbed by police near 143rd Street and Union a short time later. All three occupants were

ORLAND PARK POLICE taken into custody, and the vehicle was towed and impounded. Police said their request for felony charges for all three teens was denied by the Cook County State’s Attorney’s office, which instead approved misdemeanor charges of battery for the two juveniles. Mizyed reportedly told police the attack occurred in retaliation for the victim vandalizing his sister’s car, according to the police report. Mizyed was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview last Thursday. Rudy Ottoniel Bay-Saquic, 22, of Orland Park, was charged with failure to reduce speed to avoid a crash, leaving the scene of an accident, failure to give information to police after striking a parked vehicle, driving without a license, and no proof of insurance. Police responding to a report of a hit and run in the 15100 block of South El Cameno Real Drive at 11:43 p.m. April 20 said they saw a car’s bumper with an attached license plate lying on the ground. The plate was traced to a damaged vehicle parked a block away, police said. The vehicle is owned by Bay-Saquic’s cousin, according to the police report. When questioned, Bay-Saquic allegedly admitted to the offense and said he was distracted when he looked down to locate his cell phone, police said. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Bay-Saquic is set to appear in court in Bridgeview on Wednesday. Police charged Alonzo Briseno, 34, of Orland Park, with DUI, speeding, improper lane use, disobeying a traffic light, and making an improper turn at an intersection. Police stopped his SUV in the 15600 block of South 94th Avenue at 12:32 a.m. April 12, after they said they spotted it travelling at 60 mph, 25 mph over the posted limit. Briseno is set to appear in court on Wednesday, police said. Nicholas L. Strocchia, 19, of Orland Park, was charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia. Police curbed his car near Brook Hill Drive and Highwood Drive at 10:06 p.m. April 15 after they spotted him driving with his headlights off, according to the police report. A search of the vehicle yielded a glass-smoking pipe filled with cannabis, police added. Strocchia was scheduled to appear in court at the Orland Park Civic Center last Tuesday. Police charged Kevin P. Warner, 23, of Orland Park, with driving

Elderly man charged with sexual abuse of relative under age of 12

‘Community in Focus’

Palos Park cops crack down on seat belts, DUI thru May 26 The Palos Park Police Department have begun specialized traffic enforcement activities relating to the Memorial Day holiday “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” and “Click It or Ticket” enforcement campaigns since last Friday through May 26. Palos Park’s enforcement activities will include numerous seatbelt enforcement zones, impaired driving saturation patrols, and roving checkpoints. Palos Park officers working the campaigns will be attempting to identify and cite motorists who choose to drive without using their safety belts, are driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or are committing other traffic-related offenses. Seatbelt use is the single most effective way to protect people and reduce fatalities in motor vehicle crashes, according to the release. Research has shown that when seat belts are used properly, the risk of fatal injury to

front-seat passengers is reduced by 45 percent, and the risk of moderate to serious injury is reduced by 50 percent, according to the release. Palos Park Police urge anyone

who sees a dangerous or possibly impaired driver to dial 911. Visit www.buckleupillinois.org for information about the “Click It or Ticket” and the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” programs.

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‘Staggapalooza’ all day this Saturday “Staggapalooza,” culminating this school year’s celebration of Stagg High School’s 50th anniversary, will begin with a pancake breakfast and 5K walk/run this Saturday morning, May 17, at the high school, 111th Street and Roberts Road in Palos Hills. As runners line up near the school’s tennis courts for the start of the 5K, the Stagg kitchen will begin to serve a pancake breakfast from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in the school’s Commons. Cost is $5 adults, $3 children 12 and under, free for 4 and under. Runners will receive a breakfast ticket as part of their registration fee. Race registration information is available on the school’s website at stagg.d230.org. A vendors fair will meanwhile be held from 9 a.m. to noon in the gym. More than 55 vendors will showcase their organizations or businesses. A complete list of participant vendors is listed on the school’s website. This Community Resource Fair is free to the public. Each adult who attends will receive a raffle ticket upon entry. Vendors have donated certificates and prizes that will be raffled off every 30 minutes. The event extends outdoors not only with the 5K finish line in the stadium, but also with a craft fair from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the south end of campus. The craft fair entry fee of $3 includes entertainment from a student performance stage featuring everything from jazz to cultural dance groups, from noon to 4 p.m., in the stadium. Local restaurants, including Chef Klaus, El Gallo, Peppo’s, Stacked, Sno Biz, Chase Events, Zacarella’s Pizza, and Tastee Freeze, will serve up a variety of lunchtime choices from tented booths set up near the craft fair. Staggapalooza then finishes big with rock bands that include Stagg alumni and a headliner group to be announced. Entry to the rock concert is $10 per person from 5 to 8:45 p.m. Student race participants will receive a concert wristband as part of their race registration. Children 13 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Stagg is shown above in the early years after its completion a half century ago. For more information, visit Stagg’s website at stagg.d230.org.

Staggapalooza schedule of events This Saturday, May 17 8 a.m. 5K Race Registration 9 a.m. 5K race begins 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Craft fair on south side of campus 9 to 11:30 a.m. Pancake Breakfast in Commons 9 a.m. to noon Vendor Fair in Charger Gym 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Main stage performances in Stadium 11:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Food vendors 5 to 8:30 p.m. Gin Blossoms Concert in Stadium 8:30 to 8:45 p.m. Fireworks

Current Stagg Student Admission Options (must have Stagg student ID) $20 Race Registration Package includes: 5K Race (with pancake breakfast) AND admission to: Craft Fair & Food Vendor areas; Main Stage performances; Headline Concert: Gin Blossoms $10 Mega All Day Pass Admission to: Craft Fair & Food Vendor areas; Main Stage performances; Headline Concert: Gin Blossoms $3 Half Day Pass Admission to: Craft Fair & Food Vendor areas; Main Stage performances

School Notes The Alumni Association of St. Laurence High School will hold its 25th annual St. Laurence Golf Open on Friday, May 31, at Water’s Edge Golf Club in Worth. The St. Laurence Golf Open draws a large contingent of alumni, as well as staff, friends, and benefactors of the school. This year the outing is being played at the pictur-

esque and challenging Water’s Edge Golf Club. The shotgun start begins at 1:30 p.m. Tee times are limited to the first 144 golfers, so please do not delay in securing your spot. The Golf Open includes 18 holes of golf (scramble format), contests, a great raffle, lunch and beverages on the course, open bar, dinner, and giveaways for only $150 per golfer. All reservations must be received by May 26 in order to secure your participation

Palos West joins Tech 2014 at state Capitol Palos West Elementary School was among some 60 schools statewide that took part in the annual TECH 2014 “Students for the Information Age” event on May 8 at the Illinois State Capitol in Springfield. Students demonstrated to the public and elected members of the Illinois General Assembly how technology is being used in the classroom to improve student achievement. Computer workstations were set up in the Capitol rotunda so students could show how technology has helped them with their schoolwork. Representing Palos West in the demonstration was Yazeed Haleem, Michael Jeffers, Julia Kotas, and teacher Ms. Toni Hotzfield. Their presentation, “Terrific Tweets!” demonstrated how Twitter is incorporated into their classroom on a daily basis. They were treated to a tour of the Capitol by state Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-18th District) after their Tech 2014 presentation. TECH 2014’s purpose is to raise awareness of the critical role technology plays in preparing students to succeed in today’s world, and to show the need for increased funding for classroom technology. TECH 2014 is a not-for-profit initiative presented by Illinois Computing Educators (ICE), and is supported by education and business organizations.

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Staggapalooza General Public Admission: Tickets available the day-of the event. $3 – Half Day Pass: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Allows admission to: Craft Fair, Main Stage (12 to 4 p.m. only), and Food Vendors $10 – Mega All Day Pass: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Allows admission to: Craft Fair, Main Stage, Food Vendors, and Headline Band: Gin Blossoms

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in this great day of fellowship and golf. Also, great sponsorship opportunities are available for both individuals and businesses. Contact Mr. Ed Kozak, Class of 1979, in the Office of Institutional Advancement at 4586900, ext. 244, or e-mail him at ekozak@stlaurence.com for more information on the outing or for sponsorship possibilities. Or visit stlaurence.com for information on the event.

Andrea Massimilian, of Orland Park, graduated from the University of Dayton with a bachelor of arts degree in Communication . A commencement ceremony was held May 4 at the University of Dayton, in Ohio. More than 1,400 undergraduates received degrees. *** The following local residents recently were initiated into The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective collegiate honor society for all academic disciplines: Zainab Shirazi of Orland Park, initiated at University of Illinois at Chicago; Yousef Hammad of Orland Park, initiated at University of Illinois at Chicago; William Vergados of Orland Park, initiated at University of Illinois at Chicago and Kelly Peterson of Palos Heights, initiated at University of Illinois at Chicago. *** Amy Mlynarski of Palos Heights presented “Investigating the Role of Surface Film Formation on the CMP of Sapphire” at the 47th annual Associated Colleges of the Chicago Area Student Symposium at Elmhurst College. She is a chemistry student at Lewis University in Romeoville. ACCA is a consortium of 15 private liberal arts colleges that was formed in 1966 to promote cooperation in education and training in the sciences. The symposium provides an opportunity for students to speak to an interested audience on a meaningful academic topic. ***

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Palos Lions Club past president and scholarship coordinator Frank Oswald presented this year’s Palos Lions scholarship on April 30 to Samuel Hermanas, a Palos Heights resident attending Shepard High School. Hermanas will attend the University of Iowa to study mechanical engineering in this fall. At Shepard, he was a member of the National Honor Society, peer mediation, Mathletes and captain of the varsity baseball team. He volunteered for the Adopt a Family project, as well as at an elementary school, where he spent the last five years donating his time and talent in whatever way he could help and assist. “Sam is a bright, outgoing very hard working young man who is an active participant at Shepard, the community in every sense,” said Palos Lion Jim Lewis, the club’s immediate past president.

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Community Notes Celebrate Birds at Lake Katherine

organizer said. Lake Katherine is located at 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive. For more, visit www.lakekatherine.org or call 361-1873.

Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. The show will include military collectables, including uniforms, Lake Katherine Nature Cendecorations, field gear, books, ter & Botanic Gardens in Palos photos and general military Heights will hold its Urban Bird items from the Civil War to Celebration this Saturday, May present day. Military collectors’ 17, from 10 a.m to 2 p.m. Admission is $3 adults, $2 for show and sale This free event includes a variveterans and seniors age 65 and ety of hands-on activities, projects, The Orland Park Veterans older. Children age 12 and younger and games designed to help your Commission is holding a Military are free. family gain a deeper insight into Collectors’ Show and Sale this For information or table reserthe world of birds. This is an ex- Sunday, May 18, from 8 a.m. to vations, call Mike at 598-3844 or cellent event for Scout Troops, an 1 p.m., at the Orland Park Civic Chuck 307-6169.

Club Activities Palos Heights Garden Club

Topic is The Ten Worst Civil War Generals by Bruce Allardice. If coming for dinner arrive by 6 The garden club will meet Mon- p.m. This is the last meeting of day, May 19, at 7 p.m., at Lake the 2013-14 club meeting year. Katherine Nature Center, 7402 Meetings will resume in last AuW. Lake Katherine Drive in Palos gust or early September. Heights. Speaker Nancy Kuhajda will Heights Woman’s discuss Gardens of White - MoonClub flower sale light Gardens. Fellowship at 6:30 p.m. before the meeting starts. The Palos Heights Woman’s Guest fee is $5. Club will hold its annual flower Yearly membership dues are sale this Saturday, May 17. being collected: $20 single; $35 Preorders will be available for couple. (phgc.blogspot.com) pick up at 10 a.m. The club will also have some herbs and flowers available on the day of sale. The Civil War sale will be held on 127th Street Rountable just east of Harlem Avenue, across The South Suburban Civil War 127th from Jewel-Osco. Roundtable will meet Thursday, Ted’s Greenhouse will be the May 22, at 7 p.m., at Ed & Joe’s supplier this year. Ted’s had ofPizza, 17332 S. Oak Park Ave. in fered to donate 20 percent of sales Tinley Park. at the greenhouse from May 15-

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June 15 on purchases made with a woman’s club coupon. The coupons are available at City Hall, the Palos Heights Public Library, Lake Katherine, and at the Rec. Center. Coupons will also be available at the sale.

Library story hour starts fresh season

The Palos Heights Farmers Market is happy to announce that the Palos Heights Library Story Hour will start on Wednesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. Ms. Rebecca will be reading garden stories. There will also be an easy flower craft for kids to make. The library is celebrating its 70th anniversary this year at the Farmers Market with giveaways. They will also have a drawing for one of our new updated library cookbooks, which will also be on sale for $10. SWADDLE (SouthWest Area Diaper Depository for Little Ends) will the guest of the Community Tent. Palos Newcomers Club The organization was founded to help fill the “diaper gap”. Families in need cannot purchase diapers with food stamps or WIC. Child care centers require a day’s worth of disposable diapers for children to May luncheon attend. SWADDLE collects diapers and works with social service agencies like Together We Cope and The May luncheon meeting of Catholic Charities to get the diapers to those in need. Opened packages of diapers can be accepted the Palos Newcomers Club will by the group. Visit www.swaddlediapers.org for more information. The website also has an Amazon. be held on Thursday, May 22, at com link. Donations can be made via the link, and all diapers will be sent directly to the organization. the Orland Chateau, 14500 S. La Everything you need for Memorial Day celebrations are available at the farmers market. Stop by Grange Road in Orland Park. Windy-Hill Farms has beef (ground and many steaks), pork and pork sausages and Amish chickens Cocktails at 11 a.m.; lunch for your grilling needs. Spring vegetables and fruits are in the market! Make sure to stop in and pick served at noon. After a short up the freshest farm picked produce, along with breads and bakery, cheeses, eggs, butter, olive oils business meeting, the members and vinegars, jams and honey, coffee products and nutritional drinks, pizza and pesto, tamales, pasta, and guests will be entertained by pasta sauces and Italian peppers and much more. Beautiful flowering baskets and perennial plants are Jenny Riddle, well know dramatist available, along with edible plants. Everything you need for spring and summer barbeques is available and book reviewer. For reserva- at Pampered Chef, and don’t forget to get your knives sharpened at Super Sharp! tions, call Mickey at 448-0309. Stop by the City Tent and receive the latest recipe from Dr. John Principe MD of WellbeingMD, and For information about the club, make sure to pick up your Frequent Shopper Card. New this year: Bring a friend to the market and call Terry at 448-6598. receive double credit on your Shopper Card! Make sure to sign up for the weekly email updates, too! The Palos Heights Farmers Market is open Wednesdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 12217 S Harlem Avenue. More information is available at www.palosheights.org, or join us on Facebook.

Benefits and Fundraisers Green for Colleen Gibson benefit

benefit to assist Colleen with her future long-term medical and assisted living needs. A benefit is planned for Colleen The benefit will be held on SatBarrett Gibson, of Palos Park, who urday, June 7, from 3 p.m. to 8 has been diagnosed with progres- p.m., at 115 Bourbon Street, 3359 sive multiple sclerosis. W. 115th St. in Merrionette Park. Gibson’s children, family and Admission price of $35 per lifetime friends are planning a person will include buffet din-

Archaeology in Orland’s backyards

ner, wine, beer, pop, coffee and sweets table. Silent auction, raffle baskets, roulette wheel and wheelbarrow of booze raffle. Monetary donations can be Travel back in time with Dr. made to payable to “Green for Rochelle Lurie as she explores Colleen,” c/o First Midwest the early days of Orland Park. Bank,13419 S. Ridgeland Ave., The village of Orland Park will Palos Heights, IL 60463. host a free seminar, “Archaeology In Your Backyard,” inviting area residents to learn more about the early days of the region. The program will be held Thursday, May 22, from 7 to 9 p.m., at the Orland Park Civic Monday, Wednesday and Friday, that run June 9 through Aug. Center, 14750 S. Ravinia Ave. Heights Rec. or Tuesday and Thursday, from 8. Campers can sign up for an “This is a neat seminar where summer camps 9 a.m. to noon. individual session or all three people can learn about who was Registration is now open for Day Camp and Sports Camp for sessions. Each camp will have here before the founding fathers Summer Camp at the Palos ages 5-12 are also offered. They different themes each week and that we already know about,” Heights Parks and Recreation are held Monday, Wednesday and go on exciting field trips. Campers Department, 6601 W. 127th St. Friday, or Monday through Fri- are sure to have a memorable Three camps to choose from: day, from 9 a.m. to 3 pm. summer in a safe and exciting Kiddie Camp, Day Camp, and Before and After Care is avail- environment. Sports Camp. Kiddie Camp is for able for Day Camp and Sports For more information, call young, first-time campers. Kid- Camp participants. All camps Palos Heights Parks and Recredie Camp, for ages 3-5, is held have three, three week sessions ation at 361-1807.

Seminar explores earliest people and times

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said Orland Park Mayor Dan McLaughlin. Lurie, with Midwest Archaeological Research Services Inc., will discuss the landscape and the inhabitants of the area from as long ago as the Early Archaic Period, 8000 to 6000 B.C. “When you mention the word ‘archaeology’, most people think of Egypt or Mexico or perhaps the southwestern United States,” Lurie said. “More than a thousand sites have been recorded in Cook County — more than 100 of them in Orland Park.”

“Many of the sites in Orland Park have been covered by development but there are at least 30 that remain that give us the opportunity to discover this ‘archaeology in our own back yard’.” Lurie has conducted research in the Chicagoland area for more than 30 years. She received a doctorate degree in anthropology from Northwestern University and completed two years of graduate study in American history at Roosevelt University. Reservations are encouraged by calling 403-6399.

Library Notes Heights Library featured database

On Wednesday, May 21, at 6:30 p.m., learn about the causes, risk factors, signs, and symptoms of Powerspeak Languages - a stroke with a physician from Whether you want to learn a lan- Advocate Christ Medical Center. guage (French, German, Spanish, Bring your tablet, smartphone, Mandarin and English as a second or laptop to the library on Thurslanguage) for travel, business, or day, May 22, at 6:30 p.m., to learn personal enrichment, Powerspeak more about the Zinio, a digital Languages offers engaging cours- magazine service that allows es online in an entertaining and patrons to download popular effective way. magazines to a computer, tablet Access is available in the library or mobile device. or online at www.palosheightsliLearn about the numerous brary.org/services/online-databases. degree and certificate programs html by clicking “Alphabetical List”. offered at Career Paths and Coffee Scroll down and click on “Power- with Moraine Valley Community speak Languages” to begin your College on Wednesday, May 28, lessons. Outside the library use at 6:30 p.m. your Palos Heights Library card Program registration is always number to login; the password is appreciated. Register online at your last name. Create an account palosheightslibrary.org, by phone at Powerspeak Languages to keep at 448-1473, or in person. All protrack of your learning progress. grams are free and open to the public unless otherwise noted.

Heights library upcoming programs

Heights library youth programs

month’s theme: Illustrator of the Year nominated books. No registration is required. Friday Gaming - Teens in grades 6 and up can unwind with gaming this Friday, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Choose any Wii or Xbox game from the library’s shelves to play. No registration is required. Circus Story Time - Children ages 2-6 can hear circus stories and make a craft on Monday, May 19 at 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. No registration is required. Crafty Kids Children in grades K-4 can make a rainforest themed craft on Tuesday, May 20 at 4 p.m. Registration is required. Stories at the Farmers Market - Children of all ages can hear stories and make a craft at the Palos Heights Farmers Market on Wednesday, May 21, at 10 a.m. No registration is required. All programs are free and open to everyone at the Palos Heights Public Library, located at 12501 S. 71st Ave. in Palos Heights. For more information or to register for a program, visit www.palosheightslibrary.org, call 448-1473, or stop by the Youth Services desk.

The following events will take place at the Palos Heights Public Friday Morning Fun - Children Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. ages 2-6 can drop in at the library Thursdays at the Movies to- this Friday, May 16, at 10 a.m. day will show the film “Saving for stories, music, and treats. This Mr. Banks.” There will be three showings: 10 a.m.(with subtitles), 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Bring your projects to the Needle Club and enjoy the company of others while working on Tuesday, May 20, from 10 a.m. to noon. We believe that reﬁnancing New members always welcome. or purchasing the home of Join others who love the game at the Scrabble Club on Tuesday, your dreams should be a May 20, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. comfortable and New players always welcome. pain-free process. The Tuesday Evening Book DisWe offer the following cussion on May 20, at 7 p.m., will programs for residential discuss the “The Racketeer” by mortgages: John Grisham, available for pick up at the library. • Fixed Rate Loans with Like Netflix? Bring your Interms ranging from LOOK FOR AREA ternet-enabled device, computer, 10 to 30 years MORTGAGE RATES EVERY tablet, or smartphone-on Monday, • Adjustable Rate Loans WEEK IN THE REGIONAL May 19, at 6:30 p.m., to start free • Balloon Loans NEWS! A P P LY movie streaming now! Find out W! O N about two new free streaming movie services the library offers to PHPL cardholders. Learn about income generation and asset preservation in retirement with Mike Bradshaw, Fi12330 S. Harlem Avenue | Palos Heights, IL 60463 nancial Advisor, on Tuesday, May ph 708/728-9900 | www.utbhome.com 20, at 11 a.m.

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40 Years Ago This Week Congressman Edward Derwinski addresses St. Alexander schoolchildren and teachers prior to presenting a United States flag that had flown over the Capitol in Washington, D.C., to the school. Also on hand for the occasion flanked by a student on either side were Palos Heights Aldermen Gene Simpson and Harlow LaBarge (seated from left), St. Alexander School Principal Sister Edna, junior high teacher Thomas Muelleman, Mayor William Bailey, and Msgr. Cornelius McGillicuddy, pastor of St. Alexander parish.

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10 Years Ago This Week Patricia Martin, of Palos Park, was recognized for her community and volunteer work with a Senior Medal of Honor awarded by Cook County Sheriff Michael Sheahan at a ceremony held at the Chicago Cultural Center. Also in attendance was then-Palos Park Police Commissioner [now Mayor] John Mahoney. Martin served as co-chair of the McCord House Not-For-Profit, which was holding its designer showcase through May 23 at the historic house. [She is pictured above in period costume at the McCord Designer Showcase the prior April]. She also served as a board member of the Palos Orland Conservation Committee, member of Palos Village Players, and Palos Fine Arts committee and was a president of the Palos Park Service League. Martin was nominated for the award by Palos Park Mayor Carolyn Baca.

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Another Mezyk brings down the house at Senior Idol Orland Township’s Senior American Idol celebrated its second show on May 6 and for the second year in a row, a Mezyk brought down the house. This time it was Josh Mezyk. In 2013, Orland Park’s Tom Mezyk won the inaugural event at Georgios Banquets in Orland Hills. The 60-year-old was ecstatic after he had the 900-plus in attendance pounding their tables while he tore through Phillips Phillips’ “Home.” He was also happy that he was able to perform an original tune, “I’ll Take Your Place.” He was touched by the crowd’s reaction to the song, which is about a convict who was about to be executed and met Jesus. Then the man known to friends as “Deuce” and his wife took a trip with a group to the Holy Land in late June and early July and Mezyk suffered a fatal heart attack near the Western Wall.

call themselves an “old guy basement band” and perform around the area. McElligott won over the judges but my favorite contestant was runnerup Kym Frankovelgia of Downers Grove. She was the only by Jeff woman in the final five and her Vorva rendition of “Build Me Up ButterMore Idol talk cup” killed. I don’t know how old Like last year, this was a pretty she is – and I wasn’t going to ask It was shocking because those solid show by folks who can just her – but she had a lot of bounce who knew him said he had no plain sing no matter what age and energy in her performance. previous health problems. they are. I was a bit disappointed that This year’s Senior American This isn’t a bunch of geezers I got there in the second round Idol event featured a tribute to and geezettes messing around and that Palos Hills’ Ray Parker Mezyk, performed by his son, – these people have respectable and Palos Heights’ Beverly Opelka Josh. chops and some have performed were already eliminated after the Josh took the stage before the professionally. This isn’t amateur first round. final five contestants were ready hour here. But the rest of the night was to battle it out for the 2014 title The winner was Tinley Park’s entertaining. and sang a self-penned tune, “Liv- Joe McElligott, who a few years This is an event that drew ing to Legend,” in honor of his old ago had his career kickstarted 1,600-plus in the two events man. The song can be found on when members of the Genera- and money goes to the Townsoundcloud.com/josh-mezyk along tions Band saw him singing at ship’s scholarship fund. I hope with some other tunes that he has Sam Buca’s in Palos Heights. They it continues to be a success.

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written and performed. When it was over, he received a thunderous ovation, just as his dad did a year ago. The song is both sad and uplifting and somehow, somewhere I imagine that pops heard it and was pretty proud.

When Johnny Cash sang the “Folsom Prison Blues” he sang about sitting in jail and wishing for his freedom after hearing a train come by. “But I shot a man in Reno, just to watch him die. When I hear that whistle blowing, I hang my head and cry.” Cash sang many, many times. So last week’s WHATIZIT? photo by Bob Rakow was a train whistle located at the recently closed Snackville Junction in Evergreen Park. No one guessed the correct location, but we were looking for train whistle and we had a few correct guesses. Worth’s E.J. Oahueke came up with the right answer and if ESPN bellower Chris Berman was running the contest, he would nickname our quick correct guesser “EJ&E Oahueke” which is a 124-year-old railroad which closed shop in 2013. But we digress. Other toots of triumph go out to Hickory Hills’ Jack and Griffin Burke Faddis (who went on to “refine” the guess by calling it a pneumatic train whistle by Ragtime) and a group that calls itself “The Friday night poker ladies’’ from parts unknown. Incorrect guesses were stacking chair legs, bag pipes and closet rods. The clue for this week is that it can bring a smile to a sick kid. Send those guesses by Monday night to thereporter@ comcast.net with WHATIZIT? in Photos by Jeff Vorva the subject line. Don’t forget your Josh Mezyk, left photo, sings about his late father, Tom, and Kym Frankovelgia, right photo, showed a lot of energy while singing “Build name and hometown. Me Up Buttercup” at the Orland Township Senior American Idol on May 6.

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Pick of the Litter By John R. Fleming, DVM • PrairieStateVet.com Yesterday I was reading an article on VIN and thought I would share it with you. It’s quite relevant and also shows the uglier side of people. The article appeared in our veterinary online discussion service (VIN.com); the article appears here in its entirety; and VIN is not affiliated with Prairie State Veterinary Clinic. At the end of the article I will put in my 2 cents worth. By Dr. Tony Johnson A recent article put me in mind of this short phrase: Veterinarians are caring, trained professionals. All three words at the end of that sentence are important, but let’s look at each element individually. Caring. It is obvious to most that the majority of veterinarian’s work revolves around animals, so caring for and about animals is a vital piece of that. What may not be as obvious is that being a veterinarian is a people job, almost more so than it is an animal job. Nearly every pet also has a person attached to it, and good people skills are every bit as important as good diagnostic skills when it comes to being a veterinarian. And for many veterinarians, the person attached to the animal being cared for is why they do the job. Trained. Veterinary school is arduous and expensive. On average, veterinarians spend eight years in college while specialists – surgeons, oncologists, radiologists, and the like – spend an additional three to five years honing their craft. My path was 4 years of undergraduate education, four years of veterinary school, one year of an internship and three years of a residency in emergency medicine. The current student debt for a new graduate is around $160,000. Contrast that to the starting salary of around $67,000 for veterinarians in companion animal practice, and you start to see how financial pressure can creep into the picture. Seventeen years ago I came out about $80,000 in debt, and it took me close to 10 years to pay it off. These are individual pressures, but the economic woes of treating pets runs deeper and wider than that. Professionals. This may be where things get sticky. The bottom line is that this is a job. It’s not just a job, but it’s how veterinarians feed themselves, (and their staff –JRF), their families, educate their kids and make their way through life. The problem is that the job involves asking people to part with their hardearned money in exchange for providing medical treatment to the pets they love. It’s your money or your pet’s life in certain situations. We don’t do it to be cruel; we don’t do it to be greedy. Its how the system is set up. In human medicine, there are creative ways to avoid saying to a parent, “Your money or your kid’s life”. There is medical insurance or socialized health care. But for pets, the burden is squarely on the shoulders of the owners to pay veterinarians to make their pets better. Veterinary medicine also is a business – and a business that doesn’t make money isn’t a business for long. Why is this issue right now? A recent case in Michigan highlights just what can go awry when this single-payer system breaks down. At the risk of oversimplifying a nuanced and complex incident, consider this real-life scenario. A dog got sick after spay surgery performed at Hospital A. The night of the surgery, the owners took the dog to an emergency clinic after Hospital A had closed for the day. At the emergency clinic they were given an estimate for many times what the original surgery cost because the dog had lost blood and was gravely ill. The owners could not afford care at the emergency clinic, so the dog was sent home and later died. The owners, furious that the dog died after what they believed was a routine procedure (there’s no such thing as a routine procedure when anesthesia is involved) took to the social media, and the episode blossomed in a perfect storm of righteous consumer hatred. The staff at the emergency clinic received death threats, including one from a caller who threatened to shoot

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Heights Women’s Kitchen Band brings joy ‘nuff said. a staff member. The power and reach of social media to make one person’s story the banner that many carry in indignant protest was in full force that week, and the ripples reached far and wide. Thousands spread the story in near-perfect logarithmic explosion within hours of the first post. The dog owner, dismayed at the impact of her actions, later stated that violence and death threats were not the intended outcome of her message. During the crisis I talked to the doctor who owned the emergency practice and he expressed that this had been the worst week of his 20-year career. The staff was afraid to go to work or answer the phone. He sounded hurt, beaten down and weary, The implications of the incident go beyond one hospital’s fearful staff or the woes of a single practitioner. The recent suicide of a New York veterinarian facing aggressive pet-related activism and a public smear campaign shows just how high the stakes can go if the wheel s of social media roll unchecked. Veterinarians are four times more likely to commit suicide than the general population, likely due to financial pressures of the job, easy access to drugs that can be used for that purpose and emotional strain. The sad truth is that incidents like what happened in Michigan play out in veterinary hospitals with shocking frequency. Every day and night, pets come in with injuries and illnesses that far outstrip the owner’s ability to pay for the care needed to heal them. Veterinarians are forced to juggle that holy trinity of veterinary medicine, the patient’s needs and the owner’s pocketbook, and the doctor’s conscience. Many times we can go with a medical plan that will suffice, perhaps cutting a few corners to our client can still feed his kids, but we can get paid and sleep at night. But sometimes we can’t, especially if the pet is too ill or the owner’s finances too limited. If a dog is in labor for 24 hours and needs a Caesarian section or a trauma victim comes in with a bleeding spleen, we close the doors and ask the pet owner’s “What can we do?” Many times, the owners realize that treating their pet’s illness will be far beyond what they are willing to pay and choose euthanasia. But for some, the squeeze of being caught between what is and what could be is not acceptable. They become angry, even enraged at the perceived unfairness of being asked to pay for their pet’s emergency care. This is what happened in Michigan a few weeks ago. It stated with a spay and spiraled into a virtual, brutish cyber-mob, threatening to shoot people. I liken it to the crisis in the Ukraine – murky, gray and unresolvable. What’s “right” depends upon your stance. Are you an angered and grieving pet owner or the veterinarian left feeling avaricious and whorish for charging money to do a job, which might include saving a life? Is the owner wrong for not carrying pet health insurance or saving in case of an emergency? About the only certainty is that the dog is not culpable. I think what’s driving the vicious response to this incident is people wanting to find a rationale for a needless death. They seek a villain and a hero; they want black and white, good or bad. The truth is usually much more subtle and complex. It’s often easier to grab pitchforks and light torches to storm the castle than to consider all sides.

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The reality of many emergency cases is that each instance in the exam room must be negotiated, finessed and resolved based on the animal’s medical condition and the owner’s willingness or ability to pay for care. The squeeze will always be there. There is no panacea as long as pet owners have to pay out of pocket. Every one of these situations has the potential to go nuclear and erase all subtlety and understanding with nothing more than the press of the “Post” button. Veterinarians have the training, desire, dedication and care to make medical magic happen. But veterinarians can’t fix pets for free. Our job is to set fair prices, minimize suffering when we can and provide good service A pet owner’s job is to be prepared to pay for what they can, minimize suffering and not let things get financially out of hand. Owning an animal, whether it is a rabbit, a cat, a horse or an iguana, is a responsibility. Even if a pet is free, that doesn’t mean it will stay that way. As a profession, we need to take stock that what we are doing is right, and there is nothing wrong or immoral about making a living by treating pets. Dear Readers: In his article, Dr. Johnson presents a thoughtful analysis of what general practitioners face daily. In my opinion, the little dog and the emergency clinic in this story are the innocent bystanders. The ER couldn’t treat that dog for a lowball fee, and of course I don’t know, but I would imagine that the ER would have offered some payment plan to the owners of the dog; most vets will work with people. Last night I was up here at midnight with one of my veterinarians, a technician, one of our receptionists and her husband. Our receptionist’s St. Bernard was dying from bloat. It was a long and difficult surgery. An emergency clinic may have charged our receptionist two to three thousand dollars for that procedure. For Cathy, it’s our gift. But I would not expect any outside emergency clinic to gift her that. It’s true, as Dr. Johnson alludes to, that people with pet insurance are in a much better position when it comes to the difficult decisions. And again, I must say, most veterinarians, unlike many many businesses, are willing to work with clients, offering some sort of payment plan. I believe this whole affair could have been avoided if Hospital A, who performed the original surgery, had a policy in place of staying on call for their surgical cases. Every surgery that walks out of our door leaves with our pager number. We stay on call for at least a week for every surgery we do. We aren’t something special or unique, many practices nationwide do this. If one of our surgical cases has complications we want to know it right now and do something about it right now. We don’t want our clients to have to go an unfamiliar facility that doesn’t have a personal relationship with them or their pet. At the end of every surgery day I hear the staff testing the night pager. We rarely get called, knock on wood, but it gives us peace of mind to know that our surgical clients can reach us. Using pagers may be old school now, but it still works. Futile is the labor of those who fatigue themselves with calculations to square the circle. —Michael Stifel, 1544

Members of the Palos Heights Woman’s Club formed a Kitchen Band, organized by the club’s Home Life Department, to throw a May birthday celebration on May 7 to cheer residents at the Providence Care Center in Palos Heights. The ladies of the club entertained the residents by singing and playing several instruments, such as kazoos, etc., and also served birthday cake. Shown are Elaine McClure (from left), Marilyn Herrndobler, Joan Meyers, Carol Marie Miller, chairwoman of Home Life; Nancy Westlund, Mimi Arnold, Marianne Orr and Elinor Thielen. The club’s next activity is its annual flower sale this Saturday, May 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 7130 West 127th St. (across from Jewel Foods).

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Loyola Medicine’s mobile unit will be at Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Avenue, on Thursday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to conduct heart disease, stroke and aneurysm screenings. Six tests will be available for $179 (valued at $2,300): echocardiogram (ECHO) ultrasound test, electrocar-

Orland Twp. free senior mini health fair Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., will host a free senior mini health fair on Thursday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to noon. The fair will offer a day of free health screenings and infor-

mation provided by local senior service-related agencies, as well as refreshments, raffles and giveaways. Services available at the fair include the following: body max index calculation, oxygen saturation monitoring, cardiac cancer and colon cancer risk assessments by Advocate Christ Medical Center, free Total Lipid Profile testing and blood pressure screenings by Orland Township, free balance and glucose screenings by VCP Home Health Care, Inc, and hearing screenings by Zounds Hearing Aids. Shingles vaccinations from Orland Township will also be available on this day for a discounted price of $150 per shot. An appointment must be made by today (Thursday) for a hearing screening or a shingles vaccination by calling 403-4222. The senior mini health fair will also include presentations by several businesses that serve senior needs. For more information, call 403-4222 or visit www.orlandtwp. org.

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Earth Day at Park School “What can we do?” was the theme of 1st grade pupils’ Earth Day activities at Park School in Orland Park. As part of the month of events, parents were invited to see students perform environmental plays showing ways students can participate in recycling, using eco-friendly products and teaching others to respect the earth. Afterwards, students and parents shared in various Earth Day projects in the classrooms. Here, 1st-graders in Mrs. Vollan’s class perform and sing the roles of plants, animals and flowers as part of Earth Day student activities.

Palos Community Hospital earns ‘A’ grade in Hospital Safety Score Designed to rate how well hospitals protect patients from accidents, errors, injuries and infections, the latest Hospital Safety Score honored Palos Community Hospital with an “A” – its top grade in patient safety. The Hospital Safety Score is compiled under the guidance of the nation’s leading experts on patient safety and is administered by The Leapfrog Group (Leapfrog), an independent industry watchdog. The first and only hospital safety rating to be peer-reviewed in the Journal of Patient Safety, the score is free to the public and designed to give consumers information they can use to protect themselves and their families when facing a hospital stay. “Earning an ‘A’ rating from The Leapfrog Group further demonstrates the dedication of our staff

at Palos,” says Terrence Moisan, M.D., interim CEO of Palos Community Hospital. “We are committed to providing our patients with quality care in an environment focused on safety.” “Safety should come first for our families when we pick a hospital, because errors and infections are common and deadly,” said Leah Binder, president & CEO of The Leapfrog Group, which produces the Hospital Safety Score. “No hospital is perfect, but we congratulate the Board, clinicians, administration and staff of Palos Community Hospital for achieving an ‘A’ and showing us that you made the well-being of you

patients your top priority.” Calculated under the guidance of Leapfrog’s Blue Ribbon Expert Panel, the Hospital Safety Score uses 28 measures of publicly available hospital safety data to produce a single “A,” “B,” “C,” “D” or “F” score representing a hospital’s overall capacity to keep patients safe from preventable harm. More than 2,500 U.S. general hospitals were assigned scores in spring 2014, with about 32-percent receiving an “A” grade. The Hospital Safety Score is fully transparent, and its website offers a full analysis of the data and methodology used in determining grades.

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St. Alexander 1st-graders put their stamp on all-school Mass

Death Notices Edward J. Kendra

Edward J. Kendra, 85, of Palos Heights, died May 6 at home. U.S. Army veteran of Korean War. Beloved husband of Nina (nee Glodek). Devoted father of Thomas (Lisa), Richard, Gerald (Jeanette) and Denise Yonkers. Loving grandfather of Nadia, Victoria, Zachary and Kyle. Past president of St. Rita High School Father’s Club. Active with West Lawn Little League, Polish National Alliance and Central Park American Legion Post 1028. Visitation last

Friday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, in Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday from the funeral home to Sacred Heart Church for Mass. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Mr. Kendra was born in Poland. He worked as a mechanical engineer.

(nee Baubkus). Devoted father of Kathy (Phil) Baker, Diane (Walt) Seiler, Gail (Manuel) Gonzalez and Betty Jo (Pat) O’Shaughnessy. Loving grandfather of 10 and great grandfather of four. Mr. Schwieger was an electrician; a 45-year member of I.B.E.W. Local 134 and member of Palos Clair E. Schwieger Heights Seniors. Clair E. SchwiegVisitation was held last Frier, 96, of Orland day at the Palos Gaidas Funeral Park, died on May Home, in Palos Hills. Funeral 7 at Emeritus of service last Friday evening at Orland Park. the funeral home. U.S. Army vetDonations to Alzheimer’s Assn. eran of World War II. Beloved 225 N. Michigan Ave. floor 17, husband of the late Dolores Chgo, IL 60601-7633.

Billy Graham’s “My Answer” Money is a gift from God, to be used wisely Q: Is it wrong to want to make money and do well? Or does God frown on that? My family never had very much and I’ve always been determined to do better, but am I wrong? Or does the Bible even say? — R.P.

money. First of all, it warns us about its dangers. When money becomes the most important thing in our lives, then it becomes a danger to us. Greed takes over, and before long we don’t care who we hurt or what rules we bend as we pursue money. Money and things become more important A: The Bible actually says to us than people, and more a great deal about money, and important even than God. Jewe shouldn’t be surprised at sus warned, “No one can serve this, because God is concerned two masters.... You cannot serve about everything that concerns both God and money” (Matthew us, including our money. 6:24). The Bible actually says two The second thing the Bible very important things about says about money, however, is that it can be good. When we see it as a gift from God, and we ask Him to help us use it to help others and support His work, then money becomes something good instead of something evil. Don’t fall into the trap of

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This Sunday morning an outdoor Family Service will be held at 10 a.m. at The Center, at 12700 Southwest Highway in Palos Park. Led by the Rev. Chris Hopkins, the service is for families with children of any ages. Weather permitting, the service will be held out of doors behind the main lodge on the west side of Southwest Highway. In inclement weather, the service will move indoors. (361-3650)

living only for yourself and for the things of this world. Instead, open your heart and life to Christ, and put Him first in your life. Then commit your abilities and your future to Him. Let the Apostle Paul’s words to his young friend Timothy be your guide: “The love of money is a root of all kinds of evil.... But you, man of God, flee from all this, and pursue righteousness, godliness, faith, love, endurance and gentleness” (1 Timothy 6:10,11). (Send your queries to “My Answer,” c/o Billy Graham, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, N.C., 28201; call 1-(877) 2-GRAHAM, or visit the Web site for the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association: www. billygraham.org.)

LEGAL NOTICE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY Proposed Flood Hazard Determinations for City of Palos Heights, Cook County, IL. Case No. 13-05-8093P. The Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) solicits technical information or comments on proposed flood hazard determinations for the Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), and where applicable, the Flood Insurance Study (FIS) report for your community. These flood hazard determinations may include the addition or modification of Base Flood Elevations, base flood depths, Special Flood Hazard Area boundaries or zone designations, or the regulatory floodway. The FIRM and, if applicable, the FIS report have been revised to reflect these flood hazard determinations through issuance of a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR), in accordance with Title 44, Part 65 of the Code of Federal Regulations. These determinations are the basis for the floodplain management measures that your community is required to adopt or show evidence of having in effect to qualify or remain qualified for participation in the National Flood Insurance Program. For more information on the proposed flood hazard determinations and information on the statutory 90-day period provided for appeals, please visit FEMA’s website at www.fema.gov/plan/prevent/fhm/bfe, or call the FEMA Map Information eXchange (FMIX) toll free at 1-877-FEMA MAP (1-877-336-2627).

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St. Alexander School’s 1st-grade class coordinated the monthly all-school Mass for May, celebrated Wednesday last week in the sanctuary of St. Alexander Catholic Church in Palos Heights. The youngsters worked hard on all aspects of the Mass and created a banner proclaiming “We Believe in Jesus” presented at the opening of the Mass. St. Alexander School is committed to the enrichment of God’s children and quality Catholic education for further information or to register for the 2014-15 school year, call 448-0408 or www.stalexanderschool. com.

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Busy month of service for Shepard Leo Club Shepard High School Leo Club students have volunteered regularly at Providence Nursing Home in Palos Heights. On this visit in early May, they decorated bird houses with residents. The club, the high school affiliate of Lions Clubs International, meets every Wednesday with teachers Jennifer Klein and Erin Quinlan. They share ideas on new service projects and review the club’s upcoming calendar. The past few weeks provide a glimpse into the club’s ambition and spirit. Leo Club this year has continued is relationship with Providence Nursing Home in Palos Heights. The past several years, Klein, Quinlan and their students have regularly visited the residents there. This time, they decorated bird houses. On a recent Monday the club traveled to St. Anne Church in Hazel Crest for the second time this year to serve dinner to the homeless and hungry. They stayed to clean up after the meal as well. Later that same week, Leo Club visited the South Suburban Humane Society to walk dogs and play with cats.

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Start saving today for tomorrow’s college bills Another school year is drawing to a close. If you have young children, you might be planning for their summer activities. But you also might want to look even farther into the future — to the day when your kids say “goodbye” to their local schools and “hello” to their college dormitories. When that day arrives, will you be financially prepared to pay for the high costs of higher education? Consider this: For the 2013– 2014 academic year, the average cost (tuition, fees, room and board) was $18,391 for an in-state student at a four-year public college or university, and $40,917 for a private school, according to the College Board. And these costs may well be considerably higher by the time your children enter college. Of course, these are just the “sticker” prices; some families pay less, thanks to grants and tax benefits, such as the American Opportunity Tax Credit and the Lifetime Learning Tax Credit. Still, you may encounter some hefty college bills down the road. But college is still a good investment in your child’s future. Over an adult’s working life, an individual with a bachelor’s degree can expect to earn, on average, nearly $1 million more than someone with only a high school diploma, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. So you’re saving for a good cause.

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Unfortunately, you may not be saving enough — or you might not be making the most of your savings. To save for college, more parents use a general savings account than any other method, according to Sallie Mae’s How America Saves for College 2014 study. These types of accounts carry two significant drawbacks: They typically earn tiny returns and they offer no tax advantages. However, you do you have some attractive college-funding vehicles available, one of which is a 529 plan. Your 529 plan earnings accumulate tax free, provided they are used for qualified higher education expenses. (529 plan distributions not used for qualified expenses may be subject to federal and state income tax and a 10 percent IRS penalty.) Furthermore, your 529 plan contributions may be deductible from your state taxes. But 529 plans vary, so be sure to check with your tax advisor regarding deductibility. A 529 plan offers other benefits, too. For one thing, the lifetime

contribution limits for 529 plans are quite generous; while these limits vary by state, some plans allow contributions well in excess of $200,000. And a 529 plan is flexible: If your child decides against college or vocational school, you can transfer the unused funds to another family member, tax and penalty free. While a 529 plan is a popular choice for college savings, it is not the only option available. You also might want to consider a Coverdell Education Savings Account, which, like a 529 plan, can generate tax-free earnings if the money is used for higher education expenses. You can typically only put in a maximum of $2,000 per year to a Coverdell account, but it does offer more flexibility in investment choices than a 529 plan. Your children may be young today, but, before you know it, they’ll be packing their bags for college. So, no matter which college savings vehicles you choose, put them to work soon. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. Jim Van Howe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones Investments, in Palos Heights. His office is at 7001 W. 127th St. He can be reached at 361-3400. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor.

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Orland Area Chamber golf date ahead The Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual golf outing on Thursday, June 19, at Silver Lake Country Club, 14700 S. 82nd Ave. in Orland Park. The Chamber is currently accepting registration for both golf and forms for outing sponsorships. Sponsorship options are open to everyone, not only Orland Chamber members. Sponsors have the option to staff a table at their sponsored golf hole so employees can distribute their promotional items to the golfers. A golf reservation includes the golf cart, a light breakfast, lunch and dinner for a cost of $115 person or $460 for a foursome. New activities for the day include fun with “superheroes.” Shown last year, Orland Park Bank & Trust sponsored a golf hole at the outing. Pictured are Janelle Witry, Orland Park Bank & Trust, Marc Lochow immediate past president of the Chamber, and Marlene Mazza, also of the bank. Registration forms for sponsorship and golf can be found on the Chamber’s website home page at www.orlandparkchamber.org or by calling the Chamber office at 349-2972.

Marquette Bank launches 7th annual neighborhood food drive Marquette Bank, a locallyowned neighborhood bank, launched its 7th annual Neighborhood Food Drive on May 1. Bank employees, customers, neighbors and local businesses are encouraged to donate nonperishable food items at any of Marquette Bank’s 22 locations. Food items will be collected through June 21, and distributed to local pantries and neighborhood food banks through the Greater Chicago Food Depository (GCFD) and the Northern Illinois Food Bank (NIFB). Bank employees will also be spending several days volunteering at the GCFD by sorting and packing donated food items. “A lot of people are not aware that hunger is a serious problem facing millions of Americans on a daily basis,” Betty Kosky-Harn,

Executive Vice President, said. “Since Marquette Bank began its Neighborhood Food Drive in 2008, we have donated over 300,000 meals to the Greater Chicago Food Depository and Northern Illinois Food Bank to make sure the less fortunate in our communities don’t have to go bed hungry.” The Neighborhood Food Drive is a part of the Marquette Neighborhood Commitment, where each quarter the bank focuses on a different area of need: shelter, hunger, education and health/ wellness. To find out how you can help the GCFD, go to www. chicagofoodbank.org and visit www.northernilfoodbank.org for information on how to assist the NIFB. For more information about Marquette Bank, call 1-888-254-9500 or visit www. emarquettebank.com/fighthunger.

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Job Search Orland Township spring Job Fair

while networking with representatives from more than 30 local businesses and organizations. Orland Township will hold its Dr. Casey Barczyk of Purdue annual spring job fair on Thurs- University, Calumet, will be on day, May 29, from 10 a.m. to 2 site conducting résumé checkups. p.m., in the Orland Township Job seekers are asked to bring activity center, 14807 S. Ravinia copies of their resumé for disAve., Orland Park. tribution. Dress code is business The job fair is free and open to casual. both residents and non-residents For more information, visit of the township. Job seekers will www.orlandtownship.org or call learn about available positions 403-4222.

Free shred day and electronics dropoff at Worth Township

As part of its Neighborhood Food Drive, Marquette Bank is collecting non-perishable food items at all 22 bank locations between May 1 and June 21. Employees recently volunteered at the Greater Chicago Food Depository sorting and repackaging 6,000 pounds of State Rep. Kelly Burke (D-36, items that can pile up around the bread. Shown are employees Rhonda Hasse, assistant vice president Evergreen Park) is inviting con- house, but with the satisfaction (Orland Park), left, and Tracey Krentkowski. stituents to take advantage of free of clearing some clutter comes an and secure document disposal and increased risk of identity theft,” electronic recycling at her commu- Burke said. “This free shred day nity shred day this month. will help families and local employBurke’s shred day will be held ers save some money and keep this Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. personally identifying information to noon, in front of the Worth Town- from falling into the wrong hands. ship Hall, 11601 S. Pulaski Road “Shredding is not only the safby Caroline Foreman in Alsip. est way to dispose of old bills, Residents are invited to bring credit card statements and other old tax returns, pay stubs, bills, documents that contain sensitive receipts and credit card applications information, it’s also an environfor safe destruction. Documents will mentally friendly way of clearing Last time, I fanatically deThe skirt is a statement piece to I just know this skirt is a bright, too dated. A tube top or tucked in be shredded on site. clutter that’s taking up space in a scribed my hunting excursion to be sure. The organic shape ruffles shiny penny lying in the dust un- tee style do not have the freshness Residents are also encouraged to home or business. This shred day vintage shops in Wicker Park and and puffs voluminously outward. der the stove! It is just waiting of a crisp cropped top. bring old or unused electronics for is a great opportunity to make our Orland Park. 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Acceptable items include identities safer and our communidetailed a comic book-style print on the back of the rouched waist. into inspired outfits, but hopefully in a print, baby blue, cream or computer towers, microwaves, DVD ties greener.” dress with graphic exclamatory The fabric atop the rusty orange it will not make its wearer look bright red-magenta would pair players, VCRs, video game consoles, For more information about expressions in bold colors, a pat- inner layer is a lighter orange like an uninvited, bumbling fool beautifully with both the shape printers, cable receivers, fax ma- Burke’s shred day, please call ent-leather eyeball bag, slouchy with a subtler salmon and saf- trying to blend in so as to crash and amorphous nature of the full chines, digital players and recorders. her constituent service office “Spring is a great time to get rid at 425-0571 or email kburke@ gold pants, a shiny pink satin fron sheen. These characteristics the royal ball – ya know what skirt. A sleeveless top would pair skirt and a flouncy knee length living together on one skirt can I mean? best in terms of the balance, but of old bills, paperwork and other kellyburkerep36.org. orange skirt. The lattermost of force the whole caboodle to enter Let us begin the analysis. The even a long sleeve cropped top these items proved to be a more the very “Pretty Pretty Princess” skirt sits at the natural waist, would pair nicely as well. difficult piece to style. realm of immaturity and silliness. and the volume creating the waist The neckline of the top should slightly broadens around that line be constructed with soft lines. to the eye. In order to avoid too A mini-turtleneck, scoop, boat much busyness here, a top selected neck or whimsical Peter Pan should be subservient to the skirt collar would be lovely options, and not too structural. 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Talents vie to become Orland’s Senior American Idol

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Jim Bicek, a former Cook County Sheriff’s Police deputy, was a finalist in the Orland Township Senior American Idol competition on Don Zagorski of Chererville, Ind., made it to the final nine of Orland Senior American Idol champion Joe McElligott of Tinley Park is the May 6. A crowd of 750 attended at Georgios banquets. Proceeds go Township’s Senior American Idol and last year was in the final four Orland Township Senior American Idol champ for 2014. Here, he to the Orland Township Scholarship Foundation. of the township’s Senior Dancing With The Stars competition. belts out “Vehicle” during the finals.

Senior Notes PLOWS elder issues seminar for seniors; caregivers PLOWS Council on Aging, in conjunction with Janna Dutton, Elder Law Attorney, will present a free senior and caregiver

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Dahlia Club tuber and plant sale Sunday The Southtown Dahlia Club will hold its annual Tuber and Plant Sale this Sunday, May 18, from 1 to 4 p.m., at the Crestwood Civic Center, 14025 S. Kostner Ave. The sale, open to the public with free admission, is expected to be the biggest and best yet because of the club’s participation in a cooperative sponsorship program with Central States Dahlia Society (CSDS) and the Chicago High School of Agricultural Sciences (CHSAS). For sale, will be a wide assortment of show caliber hybridized dahlia plants, border dahlias, and potted dahlia cuttings grown by the amazing horticulture class of CHSAS. In addition, hundreds of perennials, annuals, vegetables and herbs will be on sale. Also, a 50-50 and garden gift raffles will be held.

To help local senior citizens connect with government and community resources, state Rep. Fran Hurley will co-sponsor a Senior Fair with U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski and state Sen. Bill Cunningham on Monday, May 19, from 10 a.m. to noon, at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills. Attendees will be able to meet with a number of local, state and federal agencies and organizations, including the Social Security Administration and the Secretary of State driver’s services, as well as non-governmental providers like Humana, and receive assistance with Social Security, Medicare and Medicaid. Attendees can also receive information on local, state and federal resources and programs for seniors. The senior fair hosted by Hurley, Lipinski and Cunningham will take place at Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Parkway, in Palos Hills. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Hurley’s at 773-445-8128, 2339703 or RepFranHurley@gmail. com.

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MICHAEL SCHOFIELD By Jeff Vorva

It’s not often that someone gets a call from John Elway and a text from Peyton Manning. When Michael Schofield heard from both of them on Friday night, it was a comedy of errors. The Orland Park resident, who starred on the offensive line at Sandburg High School and the University of Michigan, was taken by the Denver Broncos in the third round – the 95th pick — of the NFL Draft Friday night. Elway, the legendary quarterback who is the team’s general manager and executive vice president of football operations, called Schofield to tell him the news before it hit ESPN. When the phone rang, Schofield was in the middle of a party at his home and it was already a crazy scene. He didn’t know if he was talking to John Elway, John Cena, John Legend or Tommy John. “I got the phone call and had about 30 or 40 people over and they were yelling so loud, I couldn’t even hear who was on the phone,” he said at a press conference in Denver Saturday afternoon. “It was a pretty fun time at my house.’’ Photo by Eric Bakke/Denver Broncos John Elway had to become John Yellway in order to be heard. Orland Park’s Michael Schofield has gone from Sandburg High School (top photo) to Michigan (No. 75, middle photo) to the Denver Elway is seen on a video on the Broncos (bottom photo). He was drafted in the third round by the Broncos on Friday. Broncos’ website sounding like a

cell phone commercial when he called Schofield with the good news. “Can you hear me?” Elway said. “Congratulations we’re thrilled that you are going to be a Bronco.” Elway took the phone away from his ear, smiled, shook his head and said “He can’t even hear.” He returned to the phone and said “It sounds like you guys are having fun – that’s a good thing. We look forward to seeing you [Saturday].’’ Schofield also chatted briefly with Denver coach John Fox. Shortly after the pick, Schofield received a text from Broncos QB Manning. And the 6-foot-6, 305-pounder didn’t respond back right way. “So many of my friends were calling and texting that my phone blew up,” Schofield said. “I didn’t see it until later. But it’s a cool feeling. He told me to come prepared.” In one night, Schofield received communication from two guys who have thrown for 116,439 career NFL yards. Since the Broncos are coming off a season in which they made it to the Super Bowl but suffered a 43-8 loss to Seattle, Schofield doesn’t figure to come in and start (Continued on page 4)

Trolls back in NCCAA national softball tourney Hartman steps down By Tim Cronin

Trinity Christian’s softball success this season did not come out of nowhere. There was a plan to develop the Trolls into a success from the ashes of a 5-42 season five years ago. It began when Missy Bolhuis was hired after that campaign. There was an immediate improvement – a 17-win season in 2010 – but the real groundwork took place in recruiting. Now, after three more sub-.500 seasons, that work has paid off. For the first time since 1992, the Trolls (26-25) are in the championship tournament of the National Christian College Athletic Association. That year, the Trolls hosted the first national tournament in Oak Lawn, This season, they are seeded fifth, their quest for a national championship begins today when they play fourth-seeded Grace College (27-28) at 1:30 p.m. CT. By Saturday, when the 10-school double-elimination tournament concludes, the Trolls will, at the least, have gotten a taste of national competition, and perhaps more. Their opening argument with the Lancers of Grace finds them facing the only team in the joust with a sub-.500 record, and Trinity is responsible for that, having beaten the Lancers 2-1 on March 8 in the second game of the season. If Trinity’s sudden rise to contention is a surprise, Grace’s is a

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TCC baseball team also in nationals and SXU softball team wins its first game in the NAIA nationals. See page 2. shock. The Lancers were seeded fourth in their region and came out of the consolation bracket to beat Cedarville to advance to the tournament in Roanoke, Va. The Trolls dealt Bethel back-toback losses, by 2-0 and 9-3 margins, to score their North Central Regional championship, the first for Trinity softball in 22 seasons. Put another way, none of these players were born the last time the Trolls held a North Central trophy aloft. Mattie McGuire recorded her ninth win of the year, striking out seven and yielding only three hits, in the shutout opener. Tori Grzincic and April Lynn connected on RBI singles to send home Trinity’s two runs. Bethel scored three runs on six hits in the deciding game, but Trinity pitcher Brianna Brugioni helped her cause, going 2-for-4 at the plate with two RBI, and the Trolls led all the way. Trinity scored three runs in the bottom of the first, made it 4-1 in the third and 7-1 with a big fourth inning, including RBI hits by Grzincic and Brugioni, that put Bethel in a hole too deep to climb from. While Olivet Nazarene won the CCAC Championship and advances to the NAIA tournament (as does runner-up St. Xavier), Trinity, while knocked out of the

By Jeff Vorva

CCAC soiree via a 4-1 second-day loss to Calumet-St. Joseph, is the only conference school to make it to the NCCAA carnival. Calumet scored once in the second and in the fourth, and twice in the fifth, back to back doubles by Brittany Renninger and Sophie Kessler each knocking in a run for the Crimson Wave. Trinity’s only run was scored in the third, briefly tying it 1-1 on a Grzincic sacrifice fly to left that brought home Anna Phillips. Brugioni earned all-CCAC first team designation by virtue of her play, especially her pitching. She stands 10-5 entering the NCCAA

Word leaked out that Evergreen Park High School was looking for a new football coach on Friday and by Monday Athletic Director Jim Soldan was flooded with 25 applicants and was anticipating many more. After three successful season as the Mustangs’ football coach, Dan Hartman resigned and will take over as head coach at Hinsdale Central. He is the second football coach from EP in four years to bolt for a job in the Hinsdale school district. Hartman replaced Mike Barry, who left after three years to take the head job at Hinsdale South. “We’re doing a great job feeding Hinsdale schools,” Soldan joked Tuesday afternoon. “I don’t want Championship, with 86 strikeouts to miss that game when Hinsdale and a 2.36 ERA, all of those marks Central faces Hinsdale South.’’ Soldan said he will look over rethe best on the squad. Her regular-season ERA of 1.96 was sixth sumes this week and begin the inin the CCAC. She held down first terviewing process shortly after that. “We’re not going to miss a beat,” base when not in the circle, and scored a .962 fielding percentage. he said. “We have summer camp McGuire and Phillips scored begin June 9 but we could change second-team conference plaudits. that. We’re not in a rush, but we’re McGuire is 9-9 with a 2.68 ERA in a rush if you know what I mean. and has struck out 62 entering We are in a little bit of a time the NCCAA Championship, her crunch but we are going to take 14 complete games leading the time to make sure we find the right Trolls. She’s also picked up a pair candidate. I don’t anticipate we will of saves and boasts a .979 fielding miss a step with our program.’’ Hartman was the 13th coach percentage. Phillips, Trinity’s center fielder, batted .329 and coaxed in Evergreen Park history and was just the fouth coach to leave (Continued on page 2)

MUSTANG MENTORS

A look at the past Evergreen Park football coaches and their records. 1955-56 – Jim Nylander 6-8 1957-58 – Bob Appleby 7-8-1 1959-62 – Marvin Clein 13-17-2 1963-67 – Fred Moore 21-17-2 1968—Maynard Stelzer 2-6 1969-70 – Fred Moore 7-9 1971-77 – Jim Kroll 39-23-2 1978-80 – John Geyer 10-17 1981-86 – Don Ferchau 23-31 1987-2001 – Brett Nelson 81-65 2002-04 – Dave LaBarbera 10-17 2005-07 – John Coursey 8-20 2008-10 – Mike Berry 10-17 2011-13 – Dan Hartman 27-9 with a winning record, joining Jim Kroll (39-23-2 from 1971-77) Fred Moore (28-26-2 in 1963-67 and 1969-70) and Brett Nelson (81-65 from 1987-2001). “I wish Dan would stay but I understand that he wants his shot at coaching at a Class 8A school,” Soldan said. “He created a nice market for himself. He has turned down other opportunities but he felt this was too good to pass up. “We had three great years here. He had 27 wins, had deep runs in the playoffs and beat the [Class 6A] state runnerup, Richards, last fall.’’ No interim coached had been named as of Tuesday.

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SXU corners national tournament with opening win over Cornerstone By Rob Huizenga St, Xavier University

Nonnemacher struck out seven, while allowing just a single unearned run off three hits and two walks, to send the Cougars (46-7-1 overall) to the winner's bracket finals against No. 2 seed Lindsey Wilson College (Ky.). She improved to 21-4 on the season with the win. SXU manufactured a pair of runs in the bottom of the second inning to take a 2-0 lead with Hainlen scoring the first run on a fielder's choice and junior third baseman Sarah Saunders (Burbank, Reavis) plating the second run on a wild pitch. Cornerstone battled back in the top of the fifth inning getting back-to-back hits to open the frame, the latter from sophomore second baseman Alex Szajna. Szajna's base hit to left

field was bobbled which allowed junior right fielder Ashley Niedermayer to score from second base. Nonnemacher was stingy the rest of the inning stranding runners on second and third with a pair of strikeouts sandwiched between a pop out to left field. Hainlen added an insurance run in the sixth with her team-leading sixth homer of the season with her solo shot to right centerfield. Nonnemacher retired six of the last eight batters she faced to close out the complete-game win. Saint Xavier was scheduled to play host Lindsey Wilson College (Ky.) on Tuesday. Lindsey Wilson defeated No. 3 seed William Penn University (Iowa), 14-0, in five innings in Monday's tournament opener.

The Numbers (entering the NCCAA tournament): 26-25 overall, 11-9 CCAC, 13-7 home, (Continued from page 1) 4-9 road, 9-9 neutral. Leaders: a team-high 13 walks, making her Jayme Love, .373, 60 hits; Tori on-base percentage of .380 the Grzincic, 27 RBI, 3 HR, .484 slugbest of the Trolls’ regulars. She’s ging percentage; Anna Phillips, 8 also 8-of-9 stealing bases this sea- steals; Brianna Brugioni, 10 wins, 86 strikeouts, 2.36 ERA; Mattie son, tops among the Trolls.

McGuire, 2 saves, 14 complete games.

Columbia, Ky. – A solo homer in the sixth inning by junior first baseman Amanda Hainlen (Bloomington,/Heartland CC/ Bloomington) and another impressive outing on the mound by sophomore Nicole Nonnemacher (Bloomington/Normal Community) were the highlights as the No. 8 ranked and top-seeded Saint Xavier University softball team captured a 3-1 victory over No. 4 seed Cornerstone University (Mich.) on the opening day of play Monday at the 2014 NAIA Opening Round National Championships at Lindsey Wilson Park in Columbia, Ky.

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Schedule: Today, NCCAA 1st The Moraine Valley women’s tennis team made history at the nationals. rd., vs. Grace, 1:30 p.m.; if a win, Friday, vs. Shorter, Central Baptist or Cedarville, 11 a.m.; if a loss to Grace, Thursday, 5:30 p.m., consolation bracket.

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Worth the wait — Cyclones shine at nationals

This one’s a real yabba-dabba doozy Bartosh Reprinted from Jan. 31, 2013 At this time of year, most sports sections are rife with Super Bowl-related stories, but how many variations on the Harbaugh-versus-Harbaugh theme can we reasonably be expected to absorb prior to game day? Luckily for readers of this paper, I have absolutely no access to either coach, nor a paid-for plane ticket to New Orleans. Thus, what you read here will have no connection to the Super Bowl — well, most of it anyway. Before discussing any football, there are a couple of other items that need to be addressed. • Wrong said Fred: Featuring athletes on the front of cereal boxes is nothing new. General Mills’ Wheaties brand built its reputation on being the “breakfast of champions,” although some of today’s champions have chosen less-legal means by which to elevate their performances. Right, Lance? The list of athletes shown on Wheaties boxes through the years is lengthy, seeing as how they began appearing in 1934. But until recently, the cereal was something of a monopoly in that regard. Not anymore. Now, much to my surprise, Fruity Pebbles has joined its ranks. After four decades, Fruity Pebbles has deposed the legendary Fred Flintstone and replaced him with professional wrestler John Cena. Granted, Cena is depicted in cartoon form, but that’s still quite the slap in the face to Fred, whose superstar reputation was built at the tip of an animator’s pencil. How can an icon like Fred have been replaced by this JohnCome-Lately? In a story that appeared on the Cartoon Brew website, a marketing representative for Post, the company that distributes Fruity Pebbles, offered the following comment: “We’ve just been talking with kids. They wanted more variety. Fred isn’t necessarily the ... coolest or [most] relevant guy for kids who we are going after.” Why because he’s a bit on the portly side and his face constantly features five-o’clock shadow? Come on, Fred’s more of a real man than the real man is Don’t believe me? OK, tell me when was the last time Mr. Cena brought his own automobile to

a halt by scraping his bare feet across the ground? Or had the nerve to roam around public attired in nothing but a loincloth? Or dined primarily on brontosaurus burgers? No, Fred, certainly doesn’t deserve this shabby treatment from a bunch of know-nothing kids, who’ll undoubtedly abandon Cena, too, at the first sign of something else more “relevant.” I envision some Autotune-enhanced singer heading to the front of the Fruity Pebbles box someday soon. By the way, how come BamBam is appearing on the current box with Cena? Did anyone bother to get the Rubbles’ permission to use him as a spokeskid, especially since Uncle Fred is no longer around to protect BamBam’s interests? And what was the specific purpose behind the idea? Is Post going to promote them as a new tag team, or did Bam-Bam simply muscle his way into the picture by threatening to toss Cena around a little bit? ’Tis a sad day indeed in Bedrock. Meanwhile, somebody had better keep an eye on Fred and make sure the Flintstone vitamins stay beyond his reach. We don’t want another Elvis on our hands. By the way, they are still called “Flintstone vitamins,” right? • Going off-track: While hockey was away, some fans missed the pugilistic aspects of the sport. Those folks should have been spectators at the Hispanic Games in New York City. Designed as a track-and-field event, the meet unexpectedly included some boxing and wrestling as well. Hand-to-hand combat replaced the feet-to-feet kind when a few competitors decided to mix it up following a collision during one of the races. Instead of retaining their composure at the first incident of bumping and attempting to return as quickly as possible to the track, the involved parties threw punches and knocked each other to the ground. It was the sort of environment in which John Cena and Bam-Bam probably would have felt right at home. Hopefully, this kind of behavior will not become contagious, or else the sport will have to be renamed “Track & Fisticuffs.” Overshadowing a throwing of the shot will be the throwing of

a fit, a pole-ax will replace the pole vault and the low hurdles will make way for low blows. I suspect Jim Thorpe and Jesse Owens wouldn’t approve of the makeover. • Sock(s) it to him: Neatness counts in the NFL — a little bit too much so, if you ask me. Running back Frank Gore played a key role for the San Francisco 49ers in their NFC Championship Game win over Atlanta, but while doing so, he failed to notice that his socks had slipped dangerously low on his legs. There was no threat of harm to anyone, of course, except that now Gore’s wallet has been injured. In the fashion-conscious NFL, Gore’s droopy socks rated as a major no-no and the league decided to fine him more than $10,000 for his transgression. Remember, folks, these were socks that rode low, not pants, but apparently the potential exposure of a calf muscle is considered X-rated in some circles. By the reaction this received from the NFL, you’d have thought Gore had filled one of those socks with loose change and swung it wildly over his head as a means by which to scare off Falcons defenders. Maybe he should have because he probably wouldn’t have gotten penalized any worse. From now on, Frank, forget about the end zone. You need to pay attention to what’s really important. • Food for thought: If Colin Kaepernick wanted to get on the good side of reporters, he couldn’t have chosen a better method. A 49ers beat writer recently wrote that Kaepernick had treated a number of writers to free pizzas, a stunning show of decency by a professional athlete, especially one who hasn’t needed to suck up to scribes in order to earn favorable press. Is he really that nice of a guy or is Kaepernick merely hedging his bets in case he flames out in the Super Bowl and sets himself up for goat horns By feeding the rumpled media masses, Kaepernick is certainly ingratiating himself to them. Food is most sports reporters’ favorite four-letter word, challenged only by free. Put them together and you’ve got an unbeatable combination. And as a result, seldom is written a discouraging word.

Community sports news Evergreen sprinters shine at CC track meet With its 800-meter relay overcoming two dropped batons to provide it with one of three event wins, Evergreen Park's boys' track team piled up 80 points to finish third in the 13-school Chicago Christian Invitational. Illiana Christian (143 points) was the meet champion, while Leo (87) nosed out the Mustangs for the runner-up spot. Evergreen's 800-relay unit comprised of Sean Ryan, Don Lewis, Charles Taylor and Josh Carter mishandled the baton at both the second and third exchange points, but Carter's anchor leg of 22.9 seconds over the final 200

meters allowed the Mustangs to cross the finish line ahead of the field. Evergreen's foursome clocked a 1:36.95. Carter was a standout at other times, too. He captured the long jump title with a leap of 19 feet, 1 3/4 inches and also ran the final leg for the triumphant 400-relay team. Joining him in posting an overall time of 45.36 in that race were Ryan, Taylor and William Reeves. The Mustangs also registered two second places and a pair of thirds. Kameron Brown was runner-up in the triple jump (40-1 1/2) and Sam Senerchia (139-4) occupied that same position in the discus, while Matt

Przeslicke (4:46.19) and Taylor (11.40) wound up third in the 1,600 and 100, respectively. Marist records pair of ESCC volleyball victories Behind two strong performances from Tom Inzinga along the net, Marist bagged a pair of East Suburban Catholic Conference volleyball victories. Inzinga paced the RedHawks with 10 kills and four blocks in a 25-17, 25-16 win over Nazareth Academy, which followed his seven-kill effort versus Marian Catholic. Marist also captured that match in two sets, 26-24, 25-15. Jake Moran backed Inzinga with nine kills and two service (Continued on page 5)

By Maura Vizza Moraine Valley Community College It was a long time since the Moraine Valley Community College’s women’s tennis team played an organized match, the last being their second place finish in the NJCAA Region IV Tournament on Oct. 12. Since then, they’ve practiced hard for a challenging matchup at the NJCAA Tournament, last week in Tyler, Texas. In Moraine Valley’s sixth trip to the nationals, the players had enough grit to earn some big wins, a first for the college. Tricia Poremba at sixth singles provided the highlight. For the first time, Moraine Valley won a main draw match. The undefeated All-Conference and All-Region player took 3.5 hours in a threeset battle to knock out a player from Mississippi. This win earned the Cyclones their first points of the tournament. Poremba’s second match was against a consistent Pima (Arizona) player and was a near repeat of her first match. She lost the first set 4-6, and in the beginning of the second set called for a trainer due to a considerable shoulder injury. Despite the pain, she fought through it and came back to win the second set, 7-5, after being down 3-5. The third, deciding set went 4-6 in favor of Pima. “Never have I ever seen anybody fight as hard as Tricia did, especially with an injury, and even more so with that blazing Texas heat. To do this two days in a row, I’m just astounded,” said head coach Nicole Selvaggio. “Tricia epitomizes our heart, integrity and grace mantra. Everyone couldn’t stop talking about what a fighter she was.” Poremba set the tone for the Cyclones. Eisenhower grad Liz Dominguez (first singles), Oak Lawn product Claudia Maka (fourth singles), and Andrew alum Alexa Armon (third singles) all won consolation singles matches. “To win any match at the number one singles flight is insanely tough. I know this first hand,” Selvaggio said. “Liz played the

tennis I know she is capable of all year with that match. This win is going to give her the confidence she needs to be an even bigger force for us next year.” Maka maintained her focus, and dominated in a win over Oxford College of Emory. She eventually lost in the quarterfinals. After that match, bystanders complimented her sportsmanship and great attitude on and off the court. Team captain Armon’s quarterfinal consolation win was against conference rival Elgin Community College. She won on a big stage with a convincing 8-4 victory. In her semi-final consolation match, Armon faced a player from Snead State (Alabama) and was down 0-7. After fighting off 13 match points, Armon came back to make it 3-7 before the 3-8 loss. At fifth singles, Lindsey Walker (Andrew) nearly won her main draw match. “This was a particularly special trip for me as head coach. I was fortunate enough to compete at this level as a Moraine Valley player. To be back there as a coach truly meant the world to me,” Selvaggio said. “More importantly, we left a positive, lasting impression on everyone at that tournament. We may not be able to practice year-round in nice weather like the majority of the schools there, but we proved that we are capable of competing with them. The majority of this year’s squad will return next year. With this nationals experience under their belts, I know that their level of play will be 10 times higher. This was the most successful showing in the history of our program. We made it to day four of a fiveday national tournament with 31 schools. What a way to start my collegiate coaching career. What an even better way for the Cyclones to make a name for themselves. I am so proud of the way they represented themselves, our program and our school.” Baseball The Cyclones dominated Olive-Harvey College on May 4 in a sweep—11-1 and 9-2. Kevin Siergiej (Shepard) and David Kutsche (Evergreen Park) pitched complete games for the wins. In their last regular season game on May 5, the Cyclones

fell 6-4 to College of DuPage in a close dual. Jason Hine had three hits for the night. The Cyclones brought their offense to the first playoff game May 6 against Morton College. Moraine Valley won 13-5. Freshman Jason Hine continued his hot streak with two hits and 5 RBI while Jackson Rocha added three hits as well. This win advanced the Cyclones to Region IV sectionals on May 10 against Kankakee Community College and Oakton Community College. Moraine Valley was knocked out of the NJCAA Region IV Division II sectionals after losses to both Oakton Community College and Kankakee Community College May 10. It was a tough matchup with both teams, especially Kankakee. In the first game with Oakton, Moraine Valley lost 8-1, then fell 8-0 to Kankakee. Bobby Neylon had four hits on the day. Neylon received a nod to the All-Conference first team while Sheamus Brennan and Mike Levigne (Sandburg) were named to the second team. Softball The NJCAA Region IV Semi-Finals is a familiar place for the Cyclones. In the last couple of years, the team has had to face an always talented Kankakee Community College squad. This season was no different as the Cyclones faced the Cavaliers May 2 in the first game of the semi-finals. It was tough to challenge the Cavaliers, and the Cyclones were stalled at the plate, losing the matchup 12-1. A first-inning grand slam with two outs by Kankakee saw the Cyclones down 5-0. Carly Trinley scored the lone run. Other hits came from Mother McAuley alum Ari Bulthius (2-for-3, double), Shepard grad Kristie Bagus (1-for-2) and Sandburg product Amie Raynor (1-for-3, double). In the second round, the Cyclones faced South Suburban College and lost 9-4. Evergreen Park alum Megan Beckow (2-for-4), Richards product Dana Cummings, Evergreen Park grad Sofia Lamb (1-for-3), and Mother McAuley alum Jenny Vanek each scored a run.

Trolls baseball team hopes to jar their foes in Mason By Tim Cronin Two playoff appearances in as many springs. It’s been a long time since Trinity Christian’s baseball team could boast of that feat. The Trolls were trumped in two straight games in last year’s NAIA opening round in Joliet. This year, they’ve advanced to the NCCAA Championship for the first time since 2007 and were scheduled to roll into Mason, Ohio, a northern suburb of Cincinnati, as the North Central representative without having to endure a playoff to make the big show. At 26-20, a new Trolls baseball standard for most victories in a season, they have the eighth-best record in the 10-team field, and are only the fourth seed in bracket A. But with high hopes, and top-seeded Oklahoma Christian (37-15) on the docket for Wednesday’s opener, the good news is the competition gets less arduous as the four-game bracket is played through. The top two teams from each bracket advance to Friday night’s semifinals, so Trinity doesn’t have to be perfect, just good enough to get there. The Trolls were led into the playoffs by a pair of all-CCAC first teamers. Big-hitting Joe McCaw,

the pride of Pahrump, Nev., and Chicago’s Mark Munizzi, juniors both, were lauded in that fashion, with senior Steve Brewer garnering a second-team nod. McCaw’s .380 batting average and .590 slugging percentage lead the Trolls. He has clouted five homers among his 63 hits and shares the RBI lead with 44 (with Danny Britt). He’s also stolen 11 bases. Munizzi’s .971 fielding percentage highlights his work behind the plate, while at bat he’s averaging .331 with 56 hits and 27 RBI. Brewer’s been solid defensively at second and at the plate, batting .323 with 50 hits and 32 RBI. That power and defensive skill helped the Trolls to the third day of the CCAC tournament, where Holy Cross surprised them with a 10-4 defeat. It was 8-0 after four innings, and the small rally the Trolls could muster after that – a run in the fifth, and runs in each of the last three innings, didn’t begin to make the game close. Before that, the Trolls hammered top-seeded St. Francis 12-3, piling up 15 hits in the process. Starter Vince Van Schouwen allowed only three hits in seven innings. The Fighting Saints scored their three runs after he was lifted, but it was 10-0 by then. Eight of the nine starters in the

Trinity lineup got at least one hit, Britt’s 3-of-5, 3 RBI showing leading the way. The Numbers (entering the NCCAA tourament): 26-20 overall, 17-10 CCAC, 10-7 home, 8-7 road, 8-6 neutral. Leaders: Joe McCaw, .380, 63 hits, .590 slugging percentage, 44 RBI, 5 HR; Lance Lammers, McCaw, 11 steals each; Benny Collesano, 5 wins; Vince Van Schouwen, 2.51 ERA; Brad Kopale, 3 saves; Danny Britt, 46 strikeouts. Schedule: Today, NCCAA game 2, vs. Bluefield, 9 a.m.; Thursday, game 3 vs. Shorter, 3 p.m.; Friday, game 4 vs. Fresno Pacific, 10 a.m.; if qualified: semifinals 4, 7 p.m.; Saturday, championship, noon. Track It’s all about the NAIA Championships now. Over the weekend, Ashley Jourdan added a qualifying time in the 1,500-meter run to her resume. She met the B standard by running 4:41.94 to a second-place finish at the aptly-named Last Chance Meet at Grand Valley State in Allendale, Mich. That gets her conditional status for the NAIA’s big meet, slated for Gulf Shores, Ala., on May 22-24. Anna Bos and Andy Reidsma, Trinity’s top runners, took the weekend off and are in training for their events.

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De Vries’ single helps give Chicago Christian a conference championship By Jeff Vorva Chicago Christian’s Jack De Vries saw a nice 1-0 pitch that he liked and singled to right field to bring home Ron Clark in the bottom of the seventh and chaos ensued. The junior’s hit meant a lot to the Knights as they celebrated the victory. It not only produced a 5-4 victory over Marmion Saturday afternoon in Palos Heights, it helped give the Knights the final Suburban Christian Conference Gold conference baseball title as the conference will disband after this season. The Knights won the conference with a 10-6 mark, which included a 2-4 mark in crossover games against the SCC Blue division. Immaculated Conception finished second with a 9-5 mark. “We were 0-4 in crossover games and in order to win the conference, he had to win our last two games against our crossover opponents,” Chicago Christian coach Eric Brauer said. “We beat Aurora Christian (17-2 last Thursday) and this game went back and forth. It was a nice win.’’ The Knight loaded the bases when Clark was hit by a pitch and Sean O’Meara and Josh Novak reached after bunt attempts. That set up De Vries’s heroics. Freshman Dan Vos picked up the victory in relief. In the 17-2 victory over Aurora, pitcher Adam Schoenle notched the victory while Clark drove in six runs. Ten players had hits for the Knights. On May 5, the Knights beat St. Edward 8-0 as Christian Bolhuis struck out 10 hitters and drove in two runs while O’Meara drove in a pair of runs. The following day, the Knights wasted a 3-0 lead

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Stagg infielder Drew Bolero throws to first to complete a double play against Bolingbrook last Thursday.

Stagg closes in on .500 By Jason Maholy

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Jack De Vries, shown earlier in the season pitching, had the heroic game-winning hit to give Chicago Christian a 5-4 win over Marmion on Saturday to help give the Knights the conference title. and dropped a 4-3 contest against St. Edward. The Knights had a 19-11-1 mard heading into this week’s action against non-conference foes Christian Liberty, Westminster Academy, University High

and Evergreen Park. Next week, the Knights host its own regional, where if drew the top seed over ACE Tech, CICS/Ellison, CICS/Longwood and Tilden. The winner heads to the Herscher Sectional.

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Astros continue to soar in softball By Anthony Nasella Whether it was accomplished by seasoned seniors or newcomer underclassmen, the Shepard girls’ softball team continued its winning ways last week and improved its season record to 15-6. The Lady Astros went 4-1: defeating Argo on two separate days, Mt. Assisi and Oak Lawn — with their only setback coming against Andrew. “It was a nice week for us,” Shepard head coach Kelsey Clifford said. “We were able to get some more conference wins in there. Obviously, because of the weather, we’re still in conference play.” On May 5, Shepard started the week with a 9-6 victory over Argo, racking up 11 hits in the process and taking advantage of eight stranded Argo base runners. The Astros went up for good in the fifth, scoring five runs on three singles. Kaitlyn Blanton, a sophomore and recent addition to the varsity team, reached base three times in the game, driving in a run and scoring a run. She singled in the fourth and seventh innings. Stephanie Brand got the win, despite allowing six runs over seven innings. She struck out five, walked one, and surrendered 12 hits. She also went 2-for-4 with three RBI. On May 6, Shepard defeated Mt. Assisi 8-7, as Bryanna Cross’ three-run homer keyed the visitors. Jenna Huisenga and Alyssa DeChene tacked on solo shots for the Astros. Melissa Kelly (4-4) took the win on the mound. Huisenga is just a freshman who has been on the varsity squad for only two weeks, and DeChene played on the Varsity baseball the squad for the past two seasons. “Alyssa has been a really a solid player for us,” she said. “She’s so disciplined and humble and has helped us a lot. Jenna just joined us two weeks ago after our starting center fielder got hurt. We shifted the lineup, and she’s been solid for us.” After suffering a 6-2 setback against Andrew on Wednesday, the Astros rebounded with a 7-2 win over Argo in the South Suburban Red on Thursday. Against Argo, Blanton ripped a two-run triple to aid host Shepard. Breanna Graffeo (2-for-4) tacked on two runs and two RBI for the Astros. Melissa Kelly (5-4) struck out eight, pitching a complete game for the winners. Stephanie Brand had two extra base hits, doubling in third and sixth innings. Graffeo, Kelly, Brand and Blanton combined for seven hits and six RBIs against Argo. The Astros never trailed after scoring five runs in the third on an RBI double by Brand, two singles, and a two-run triple by Kaitlyn Blanton. Shepard finished the week with a 3-2 win over Oak Lawn in nine innings — and the most impressive part was the pitching performance by Brand. She pitched a complete game with eight strike-

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Chicago Christian pitcher Davina Gutierrez lets out a yell after a pitch against Montini in last Wednesday's 3-0 loss. outs and also went 4-for-5 from the plate. Graffeo provided a walk off single to secure the Astros win. “The game that Stephanie pitched on Saturday was the best game I’ve ever actually seen her throw,” Clifford said. “She’s pitched four years for Shepard, and was lights out Saturday morning. She had a very good day; she was on fire.” Clifford said she especially pleased with the team’s ability to adjust and grow — especially with one freshman and five sophomores as starters. “When you have such a young team, you do have a lot of adjusting,” she said. “You have to get the younger girls into the Varisty routine. As the season as gone on, we’ve gained confidence with the younger kids. They’re really coming around.” And the Astros will need to continuing coming around in big games this week against Richards, Evergreen Park, Reavis and Joliet West. “We play three really good teams,” she said. “We’ll also find out this week the team we’ll play in the state tournament.” Richards The Bulldogs went 3-1 last week — defeating Evergreen Park 6-4 on May 5, Eisenhower 11-1 last Thursday and Riverside Brookfield 11-0 before losing to Marengo 7-4 on Saturday. In the win over Evergreen Park, Lauryn McManus (2-for-3) had two RBI and Jordan Battles added a solo homer to elevate visiting Richards in the South Suburban Red. Against Eisenhower, Emily Wetzel and Andrea Stengle hit home runs to ignite host Richards (155, 13-2) in the five-inning South Suburban Red game on Thursday. In the win over Riverside-Brookfield, Sara Tobin hit a grand slam, and Sara Kiziak (12-3) hurled a

three-hitter to carry host Richards (16-5) in the five-inning game on Friday. On Saturday, the contest against Marengo was also a fund raiser – the second Pink and Gray Fight like a Bulldog to fight breast and brain cancer. At the event, two deceased Bulldogs — Christa (Carbray) Johnson and Abby Wujcik – were honored. Despite the setback on the field, Richards is still 16-6, and the community came together for a good cause. “A lot members of the Richards community and beyond come out for the event,” Richards head coach Julie Folliard said. “It’s a special fundraising event.” Marist The RedHawks battled Mt. Greenwood rival Mother McAuley in another classic neighborhood battle and came away with a thrilling 3-2 victory in ten innings last Wednesday. Marist (15-6-1) got things rolling in the tenth on a Brooke Wilson double. She was sacrificed to third by Bella Wilkinson, and then Gonzalez hit a roller to shortstop Amy Balich. Balich made the play and fired a throw to the plate, but catcher Alex Brown was unable to hold on to the ball. Marist’s Zariya Gonzalez won out in a pitchers’ duel, allowing seven hits while striking out three. The RedHawks grabbed an early 1-0 when Madison Naujokas scored on an RBI groundout by Wilson. McAuley would rally for two runs to set up seventh-inning heroics. McAuley starting pitcher Emily Marousek, made a couple of costly mistakes in the seventh. She hit Hayley Franks with a pitch, then after Naujokas reached on an error, a wild pitch pushed the runners to second and third. Brooke Wyderski launched a sky(Continued on page 4)

Stagg head coach Matt O'Neill had through the first 21 games of the season watched his team undermine its own efforts with errors of the mental variety. The Chargers' skipper understandably believed his squad was better than it had displayed, and his players took a few steps toward validating that thought by putting together what as of Monday was a five-game winning streak. With the surge, Stagg bumped its win total from seven to 12 for a 1214 mark. “We had been beating ourselves a lot with mistakes,” O'Neill said. “It's frustrating as a coach, obviously. I feel we're playing better and have corrected some of those mistakes. “Every year you have some games you should have won and some games you should have lost. For whatever reason we haven't lost any games teams have given us, really we were just giving games away. We were bound to play better, and now we're kind of doing a better job eliminating mental mistakes and it's translating into wins, that's for sure.” Stagg 10 Lincoln-Way Central 3 The Chargers began the climb back toward .500 with a 10-3 trouncing of Lincoln-Way Central. Tim Gamble tossed a complete game six-hitter and allowed no earned runs, while the offense helped take the stress off their hurler by pounding out 13 hits. Peter Angelos was 2-for-4 with a triple and two RBI. Stagg broke the game open with a six-run third inning during which CJ Casey, Brett Stratinsky and Drew Bolero stroked RBI singles. The Chargers also scored two runs courtesy of a Knights error, and Jake Wimmer took one for the team by being hit by a pitch with the bases loaded. While the Chargers have struggled at the plate and at times in the field, the pitching has been largely reliable. Gamble's effort was one of three complete games Stagg pitchers tossed last week. “In terms of wins and losses [Gamble's] got our best overall

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Stagg's Jacob Wimmer flips the ball to pitcher Nick Gerzon before the start of an inning of the Chargers' 7-3 victory over Bolingbrook last Thursday in Palos Heights. record, but he's probably a middle-of-the-rotation guy,” O'Neill said. “But he's pretty consistent and he throws strikes. He's obviously not going to strike a lot of guys out, but he's going to throw strikes and pitch to contact.” Stagg 2 Lincoln-Way East 0 Max Strus helped continue the momentum with a complete game shutout of the visiting Griffins. The Chargers' ace allowed four hits and walked two while going the distance in the shutout. “He's a kid that relays on fastball-changeup, doesn't strike a lot of guys out, pitches to contact – really like a lot of our pitchers do,” O'Neill said. “He kind of bounced back from his previous start where he really wasn't that sharp, but he's definitely the an-

chor of our staff.” East's pitching held the Chargers' bats in check for the most part, but Stagg capitalized on an error in the first inning and plated the only run they would need. The error came with with two outs and nobody on, and was followed by a walk, and Ethan Glaza made the Griffins pay with an RBI single. The Chargers' defense turned three double plays to back Strus' effort. “Those were obviously huge ... all three of them ended innings,” O'Neill said. 8 Stagg Hinsdale South 3 The Chargers' offense tallied 14 hits in a game they broke open with three runs in both the fourth and fifth innings. Strus, Glaza and (Continued on page 5)

Retiring Meyers garners more honors When a team has its most successful season ever and a coach pushes all the right buttons, there are usually a ton of awards and recognition to go around. This year the Oak Lawn girls basketball team set a record for wins in a season as it earned an overall record of 28-2, won the Oak Lawn Class 4A Regional Championship, won the Glenbard East Tournament and the Oak Lawn Holiday Tournament, won the South Suburban Conference Red title with a record of 12-1, and advanced to the Sweet 16 for the first time in school history. As a result of all of that winning, head coach Janet Meyers was honored as the Illinois Basketball Coaches Association District 8 Co-Coach of the Year. “I was honored to be recognized by my peers for the success of my team this year,” Meyers said. “However, this award wasn’t just about me. I was lucky to have a great coaching staff and talented athletes that worked hard every day.” Making it all the more memorable for Meyers is that this Submitted photo concluded her final season at Retiring Oak Lawn girls basketball coach Janet Meyers went out the helm of the girls basketball with style with a 28-2 record. program as she stepped down following the season and some given basketball all these years. Meyers leaves an impressive list careful consideration. “There isn’t enough time in the of accomplishments. She was the “It wasn’t an easy decision to day to be a good a mother and head coach for 15 years and earned make,” Meyers said. “Oak Lawn wife, a good teacher and a good a record of 257-151 — the most girls basketball has been my life head basketball coach. I know I wins in school history. Her teams for 18 years[three years as assis- will miss it, but it is time to move won regional championships in tant and 15 years as head coach] on to a new chapter of my life. I 2003, 2007, and 2014. They won and the players have been like my am looking forward to having the conference titles in 2006, 2007, daughters. But I have my own time and energy to spend with 2008, 2009, 2013, and 2014. son now and I want to give him my son and husband. I hope to — Submitted by Oak Lawn the same attention that I have get back into coaching someday.” Community High School

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Sports wrap The captain is back and Sandburg girls water polo three-peats in conference

(Continued from page 3) high sacrifice fly to left field to tie it at 2. McAuley started another mini rally in the bottom of the tenth, putting a runner on with a double and following that up with a sharp shot to Brooke Wyderski. However, the seasoned infielder recorded the putout to give Marist the victory. Mother McAuley The Mighty Macs won two out of three games this week — defeating Minooka 2-1 on Monday and Lincoln-Way East 5-1 on Friday and losing to Marist 3-2 on Wednesday. Against Minooka, Kelly O’Donnell stole home and Amy Balich (2-for-4) ripped an RBI double to boost visiting Mother McAuley. Dara Sanders (5-hitter, 7 strikeouts) fired a complete game for the Mighty Macs. Against Marist, the Mighty Macs drew even in the third when Elizabeth Nye bunted for a single and came in on a sacrifice fly by Emily Rux. The Mighty Macs went in front in the fourth on doubles by Morgan Fleming and Mady Ruppert. In the tenth, McAuley caught a breath of life with two outs in the bottom of the 10th when Balich doubled to the fence in center. Dara Sanders followed by hitting a sharp grounder to the hole before Wyderski recorded the putout to end the game. McAuley’s Emily Marousek, meanwhile, was cruising through six innings, allowing just four hits before Marist rallied to force extra innings. In the win over Lincoln-Way East, Briana Gyrion’s two-run double in the top of the third capped a five-run outburst for visiting Mother McAuley (16-5) on Friday. Maryssa Vela (2-for-4) tacked on two runs and an RBI for the Mighty Macs. Sandburg The Eagles went 3-2 last week, defeating Glenbard South 7-4 on May 5, Homewood-Flossmoor 7-3 on May, Riverside-Brookfield 10-0 on Saturday and losing to Beecher 9-8 last Wednesday. Against Glenbard South, Brianna Soltis (2-for-4, 2 doubles) had two RBI and Brooke Heimerl (2-for-3, RBI) scored two runs to elevate host Sandburg. In the win over H-F, Katie Krzus (3-for-4, 2 runs) clubbed two homers and finished with four RBI to ignite host Sandburg in the SouthWest Suburban Blue. In the win over Riverside-Brookfield, Sarah Herold (2 IP, 3 K, 1 BB, 0 R, 0 H) earned the win, and Lauren McCaughey went 2-for-2 with 2 runs and 2 RBI for Sandburg (15-11) on Saturday. Cierra Adamus added two hits and two runs. Evergreen Park The Mustangs went 1-2 last week, dropping games to Richards and Oak Forest before prevailing over Oak Lawn on Thursday. Evergreen Park began the week with a 6-4 loss to the Bulldogs on May 6 in the South Suburban Red and dropped a 13-3 contest to Evergreen Park in the South Suburban crossover last Wednesday. In the 5-2 win over the Spartans, Jenna Haase (3-for-4) recorded two doubles and three RBI to direct host Evergreen Park (1511, 8-8) in the South Suburban Red on Thursday. Mount Assisi The Screeching Eagles rebounded from the tough one-run loss to Shepard in a big way on Wednesday, blanking Oak Lawn 9-0. Terri Dearth (five strikeouts) pitched five innings of two-hit ball and also went 3-for-3 with a solo homer and two RBI for host Mt. Assisi on Wednesday. Sabrina Miller (3-for-4, 3 runs) led the Eagles with two homers and five RBI.

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Chicago Christian base runner Tori Skala (left) has nowhere to run as she is about to be tagged on a forceout by Montini's Cristina Barrett in last Wednesday's 3-0 loss to the Broncos in Palos Heights.

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Stephanie Kuiper has to go on her tiptoes to make a catch against Montini last Wednesday. The Eagles were unable to make it two in a row, dropping a close 9-7 decision to Lisle on Thursday. Amber Anderson, Dana Bunting and Terri Dearth hit home runs. Mt. Assisi fell to 7-14 with a 6-3 loss to Ridgewood on Saturday, as two runs in the sixth and one in the seventh was not enough. Chicago Christian The Lady Knights dropped a heartbreaking 4-3 decision on Friday to St. Edwards the Suburban Christian Conference. The team had the tying run at third and no outs in the seventh inning but failed to get the tying or winning run across — as a poppedup bunt resulted in a double play for St. Edward, followed up by a strike out to end the game. Chicago Christian’s Kaycee Pittman singled to lead off the seventh. Sam Kubik reached first on a throwing error that scored Pittman, and advanced to third on the play before the rally turned suddenly sour. Oak Lawn The Spartans started the week

with a 2-1 victory over Reavis in the South Suburban Red, as Kaleigh Hayes singled home Hannah Papaleo with the winning run in the bottom of the sixth for Oak Lawn. Mia Loya allowed four hits in going the route for the Spartans. The team suffered a 9-0 setback against Mt. Assisi on Wednesday, a 5-2 defeat to Evergreen Park on Thursday and a 3-2 loss to Shepard on Saturday. Queen of Peace The Pride improved their record to 4-13 with a 14-6 victory over St. Joseph in the GCAC crossover on May 5. Emily Janozik slugged a three-run homer, and Erin Jones (3-for-5) scored three runs to key visiting Queen of Peace. Isabelle Ogden struck out seven in going the route for the Pride. Stagg Meaghan Hynes’ double was one of four hits for the visiting Chargers (2-13, 1-8), who were defeated 14-0 by Joliet West in the SouthWest Suburban Blue last Thursday.

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The Evergreen Park sprint quartet of high school Juniors Sean Ryan, Don Lewis, Charles Taylor and Josh Carter broke the school’s 4x200 meter relay record set in 2011 by Cameron Mills, Darias Contreras, Victor Baker and Chris Cheatham. The relay’s 1:31.34 second-place performance Saturday afternoon at the 47th annual Carlin Nalley Invitational hosted by Lisle High School at Bolingbrook HS clipped the school’s previous mark of 1:31.50. Illinois High School Association Hall of Fame Cross Country and Track and Field Coach Joe Mortimer (1961 Evergreen Park High School graduate) was in attendance at the invitational to witness the Mustang student-athlete’s achievement. Mortimer is scheduled to be inducted into the Evergreen Park High School Hall of Fame Monday.

Having already scored a conference victory earlier in the season over Lincoln-Way East, the Sandburg girls’ polo team knew that a win over the Griffins May 5 would seal the SouthWest Suburban Blue title for the Eagles. And that’s exactly what happened. Behind even goals from Sarah Dolitsky, combined with a total-team effort, Sandburg prevailed 10-6 in Orland Park for its third straight conference title. It was the first of three wins during the week for the Eagles (20-8, 11-2), who added a 7-2 victory over Neuqua Valley the following night and a 10-4 win over Homewood-Flossmoor last Wednesday night. The win against Lincoln-Way East was significant for the Eagles because the game marked the return of team captain Danielle Lencioni, who had been recovering from a broken hand. She had a goal and two assists against the Griffins. “Losing Danielle was a had been a big loss for us,” Sandburg coach Sofia Pappanastos said. “The girls were all excited and pumped for to have her back because they were waiting to have their full team back together. “Everybody was ready, and having Danielle back was definitely a confidence booster coming into the game. They knew they needed to go all-out in this game, and the girls did that.” Dolitsky scored all of Sandburg’s goals in the first quarter, as the team jumped out to an early 3-0 lead and an eventual 4-2 halftime advantage. The Eagles pulled away for good in the second half, 9-3, behind three goals from Dolitsky and two from Stephanie Pappas. Thankfully, the team’s success is not based off of one person,” Pappanastos said. “The girls are so used to working together. When you take one girls out of the equation, like Danielle, it was a challenge. Everybody knew we were back to being a full team.” When Lincoln-Way East summoned a small rally, cutting its deficit to 9-6, Sandburg held together – as Lencioni scored off a Dolinsky pass with 2:17 left in the contest to close out the scoring and the conference title. “This was an obvious big win, and it was good for the girls,” the coach said. “But when I talked to them after the game, I didn’t downplay us winning conference. However, we know that it’s just a stepping stone for us. We want to win sectionals and go to state – the girls want that.” “It’s always a good accomplishment to win conference,” Pappanastos said. “We can’t let it go to our heads, though. I told the girls we have to treat this just like any other win. Sectionals are the most important thing.” Against Neuqua Valley, Sarah Dolitsky finished with four goals and five steals, and Caitlyn Olson added four steals. In the win over H-F, Dolitsky scored in five goals and added five steals to lead visiting Sandburg in the SouthWest Suburban Blue contest.

“Sarah is another big leader on this team,” she said. “She can shoot from anywhere. I have total confidence in her ability from anywhere, but she’ll also pass to anyone who is open. Sarah and Danielle have that connection offensively – just as Olsen and Pappas have that connection on defense.” And the connection that Pappanastos has with the team dates years back – even though this is just her first season coaching the varsity team with long time head coach Jane Caliendo on the sidelines battling cancer. “I’ve coached the girls in agegroup swimming,” she said. “I also had summer league at Riverside-Brookfield, and Sarah and some of the other girls would play on my summer league team. To have the girls the way they are is a blessing. The best words I can say about them is they are a huge family. “Everything thing they do, they do together, and they give you their all. They’re more worried about disappointing their coaches than themselves. Put on a good fight every time they go out there and play. All in all, they’ve stuck together – and nothing gets in their way.’’ And the team has kept their own challenges in perspective as they remember Caliendo – as well as all the lessons that she has taught them. “There’s no complaints about getting tired or being sore because they know it’s nothing compared to what coach Jane is going through,” she said. “They all listen. There’s not one bad kid on that team. Every time they practice or play a game, they listen. They’ll do whatever they need to do to get better.” Getting better, to be sure, will be the team’s top priority at this week’s Stagg Sectional. The opens up tonight against Curie. A win will advance the Eagles to a Friday contest against Bremen. The winner there faces McAuley for the Sectional title. A rematch against the Mighty Macs would be a big one – it was against the Mighty Macs that Lencioni broke her hand in a setback. “We were tied (against McAuley) going into the last quarter when Danielle broke her hand and everything fell apart,” Pappanastos said. “It’s probably a blessing in disguise because now we can go out there harder, knowing what we have to do.” Boys Water Polo Stagg The Chargers racked up three more wins this past week in the South Suburban Blue: A 1410 overtime win over Homewood-Flossmoor on Monday, a 7-3 victory over Lockport on Wednesday, and a 14-8 triumph over Lincoln-Way East on Friday. Against H-F, Nick Amendola scored six goals, and his twin brother, Zack, added five to boost visiting Stagg. Peter Krivanec netted a hat trick, and Lane Holin made 18 saves to lift host Stagg against Lockport. In the win over Lincoln-Way East, Connor Kaufmann scored three first-half goals to propel

host Stagg in the conference win. Sandburg The Eagles captured a pair of matches this past week in the SouthWest Suburban Blue – defeating Lincoln-Way East 12-4 on Monday and Homewood-Flossmoor 14-11 on Wednesday. In the win over Lincoln-Way East 4, Zach Roper totaled six goals, and Sean McNicholas stopped 15 shots to propel visiting Sandburg. Against H-F, Roper had seven goals for host Sandburg. Shepard The Astros co-op squad captured a 12-9 victory over Bremen co-op on Monday. Chris Reyes and Zach Sierzega each netted hat tricks to lead host Shepard. Jerry Zachery and Lucas Souza added two goals, and Sanders Yu and Alec Kleckzowski each chipped in with one. Girls Soccer Shepard The Astros improved to 12-4-1 and 8-2 in the South Suburban Red with a 4-0 victory over Evergreen Park on Tuesday. Kelly Evancich netted two goals and Heather Banis notched her 10th shutout with three saves to propel visiting Shepard Evancich now has 17 goals on the season for the Astros, who also received scores from Tiffani Kotas and Aubrey Quick. Stagg The Chargers were edged 1-0 by Lockport in the South Suburban Blue May 6. Boys Volleyball Sandburg After their third-place showing at the 24-team Lincoln-Way East Invitational on Saturday, the Eagles handed Lincoln-Way West just its third loss of the season on Monday night. Paul Chmura and Neil Naughton had 10 kills apiece and Sandburg prevailed 25-16, 16-25, 25-20 in Orland Park. The Eagles (20-8) have won eight of their last nine contests. Dan Tynski had eight kills, Ian Zalewski dished 30 assists and Eric Krause patrolled the back row with eight digs for Sandburg. Shepard The Astros dropped three matches this past week – to Illiana Christian 25-15, 25-18 on May 5, Richards 25-13, 23-25, 25-16 on May 6 and Reavis 25-19, 25-17 on Thursday. In the loss to Illiana, Doug Nelson chalked up eight digs and three, and Edgar Madrigal had 16 playable serve receive passes and 5 defensive digs for Shepard. Against Richards, Nelson finished with eight kills for host Shepard in the South Suburban Red. Against Reavis in the South Suburban Red on Thursday, Steve Szajek had two kills and three blocks, and Bartek Juszczak had one ace serve and two blocks. The Astros were 7-15 and 2-3 in conference. Stagg The Chargers dropped a 25-14, 25-16 decision to Lincoln-Way East in the SouthWest Suburban Red last Wednesday. Boys Tennis Shepard The Astros captured a pair of (Continued on page 5)

Schofield (Continued from page 1) right away. But The Broncos plan on giving him a long look at various line positions. “He’s very versatile – he’s a big guy who has a lot of upside,” Elway said in a news conference Saturday. “He’s still young and we believe he can grow. He’ll bring competition to the offensive line. He gives us a lot of different options. We’re going to be playing with a bunch of different combinations.’’ Schofield said he is willing to try anything. “I see myself more as an offensive tackle because that what I’ve played most of my career,” he said. “But one thing I wanted to prove during this draft process is that I could play multiple positions – wherever a team needs me.’’ He said he doesn’t see it as a negative that he wasn’t drafted by a struggling team that might give him a better opportunity to play. “Everyone’s goal is to play in the Super Bowl someday,” he said. “The Broncos made it last year and have a real good shot at going next year. That’s a huge positive.’’ He had a whirlwind 24 hours after the announcement – literally. His flight from the Windy City to a windier city was an adventure. “I was supposed to get here three hours ago,” he told reporters. “It was a nice flight until we go into this area. Then we were about to land and we were 100 feet from landing but we had to go back up because it was too windy. Then we had to circle back around and we were about to land again. Then is started raining su-

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Michael Schofield shows off the uniform of his new team – the Denver Broncos – in Denver less than 24 hours after he was drafted by the defending AFC champion. per hard and we held up and went to Colorado Springs. “We landed there and sat there for an hour. Half the people left the plane because they didn’t want to deal with is anymore. Then we got back on and flew back here. It was pretty exciting.” Schofield started playing football with the Orland Park Pioneers in sixth grade and it was his younger brother, Andrew, who helped get him interested in the sport. Michael said he wanted to play baseball. Andrew will be a

senior lineman at South Dakota University next season. Schofield’s father, also named Michael, is a battalion chief for the Orland Fire Protection District and pioneered the Blink of an Eye program, which informs area students and parents about the heroic epidemic that has been sweeping the south suburbs. The younger Michael Schofield is a part of that group and has made some appearances at grade schools to talk about making correct decisions.

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EP enjoys 11-game win streak By Jason Maholy Good pitching, solid defense and timely hitting are the key ingredients for winning baseball. It sounds simplistically cliché, but Evergreen Park has ridden that recipe to what was, as of Tuesday, an 11-game winning streak, a run that has put the Mustangs' winning percentage over .700. Pitching and defense have been the constants for Evergreen, and after some early-season woes at the plate the hitting has come along enough that a few runs are usually enough to win. “The pitching has been very good, Evergreen Park head coach Mark Smyth said. “Early on we lost some tight games when we didn't hit, but we have three [pitchers] who have been really tough. “I tell the guys that sometimes the bats arent always going to be there, but with pitching and defense you win thise tight games. To me that's the sign of a good team, if you can win those games consistently. It's nice to pound out 10 hits and get eight or nine runs, but it's not always going to be that way.” Evergreen Park 2 Oak Lawn 1 Mustangs' ace Frank Meisl registered two strong outings last week, allowing only two runs over 11 innings in wins over Oak Lawn and Thornton. The senior hurler allowed nine hits and walked one batter while striking out four against the Spartans. Dan Kohler and Sean Miller had run-scoring singles for the Mustangs, while Corey Miller was 2-for-3 with a run scored and leadoff man Mark Martin went 1-for-3 with a run scored. Martin also recorded a save, striking out two and allowing no baserunners in one inning of work. Matt Witkowski took the tough luck loss for the Spartans. He allowed nine hits while walking

two and striking out seven in six innings. Evergreen Park 3 Oak Lawn 0 Junior hurler Brian Pall picked up where Meisl left off, but did him one better and banked the Spartans in the second game of the home-and-home set. “He had a couple of touch luck losses [earlier in the season], but since then he's been lights out,” Smyth said of Pall. “He was dominant. They threated once or twice and that was it. He's learning to pitch, learning to locate his fastball, learning to go in on certain guys and knowing when to stay away. It's part of his maturing as a pitcher and becoming a pitcher more than a thrower, so we're really excited how he's come along.” The Mustangs' offense gave pall three runs in th first, and that was all he needed. Evergreen tallied twice on a Brendan Walsh infield single, the second run scoring on an error. Walsh finished the day with two hits. Martin and Kohler were both 1-for-3 and each scored a run, and Corey Miller was 1-for-3 with an RBI. Evergreen Park 5 Manteno 2 Keyshawn Carpenter was 3-for3 with an RBI and scored two runs, Sean Miller had two hits and two RBI and Martin had another solid game going 2-for3 and scoring three runs. Martin also registered his second of what would be three saves during the week after coming on in relief of winning pitcher Joe Moran. The Evergreen offense often goes as Martin goes, according to Smyth. “He's our catalyst, he's really an exceptional player, one of the better guys around,” the coach said. “When he's getting on base in the leadoff sport and making things happen, and we get the type of pitching we're getting, then

good thing are going to happen for us.” Evergreen Park 2 Thornton 1 Meisl's registered his second win of the week, shutting down the Wildcats after allowing a leadoff homer to the first batter of the game. He allowed just three more hits in five innings, and moved his record to 5-1. Martin saved his third game of the week, but only after a nail-biting finish that concluded with first-baseman Corey Miller making a sparkling snare of a line drive down the line and flipping to the closer for the final out. The Mustangs recorded only three hits in the game, one each by Kohler, Sean Miller and Joe Piet. Brendan Walsh and Piet each scored a run, while Martin and Carpenter drove in runs. Submitted photo “Even though we're not scoring a bunch of runs, we're at least doing a better job of battling with two strikes and making the other Eddie Slack of St. Patricia took first in the 1500 meter event at the St. Rita Track and Field Event team make plays,” Smyth said. on May 4. Twenty-five schools and 400 students participated in the day’s events. “We’re just playing good solid baseball.” Evergreen Park 13 3 Thornton The Mustangs pounded out 10 Suburban Red to begin action last Horbach (A complete game with hits and drew nine walks in the By Anthony Nasella week – on final scores of 13-2 on two strikeouts). mercy-rule victory in the second Before last week’s games, the May 5 and 5-0 on May 6. On Monday, the Astros edged game of the doubleheader. An In the first game, Brett Smith Oak Lawn 4-3 in the SSC Red. eight-run fifth inning blew the Shepard boys’ baseball team was mired in a nine-game los- tossed a one-hitter and struck Smith threw a complete game game open. Kevin Farmer played early hero ing streak. In the words of head out 11 in going the distance for with five strikeouts and no earned for Evergreen, turning a 3-1 deficit coach Frank DiFoggio, were find- Shepard in the first Argo win. runs. Ken Gorski (3-for-3, 1 RBI), Mark Albrecht (2-for-4, 3 RBI) Eric Horbach (two hits) and Kevin into a tie game with a two-run ing ways to lose. In just one week, the Astros and Adam Gregory (3-for-3) each Carmody (two hits) all starred bomb over the right field wall. Mark Martin was his usual ex- not only broke that streak but scored three runs for the Astros. on offense. In the second win over the Argo“Our success, I believe, stems cellent self, finishing 3-for-4 with have also won five of their last three runs scored and four RBI, six games to improve to 11-13 on nauts, Brendan Hermann starred from confidence in yourself and and was a single away from hit- the season and 8-7 in the South on the mound (two-hitter, 9 strike- confidence in the team,” DiFoggio outs) and at the plate (2-for-3, said. “We have a nice thing going. ting for the cycle. Sean Miller Suburban Red. double, RBI). Bob Peterka (2-for- We’re making plays, and everyWhat changed? was 3-for-3 with two runs and “I think it’s just confidence,” 3) added a double and a team-best body in our lineup is hitting. And three RBI. Piet, Walsh and Ronnie a happy DiFoggio said. “We’re a three RBI for the Astros. we’re really starting to dominate O'Toole also drove in runs. Last Thursday, Shepard defeat- teams with our pitching. Aaron GreenVanZee got the talented team, and even during “And the pitching is making win for the Mustangs, allowing our losing streak, the breaks ed T.F. South 6-5 in the South two hits and walking one in 2 1/3 weren’t going our way. We were Suburban crossover. Smith (2-for- our offense more comfortable and innings in relief of starter Kevin finding ways to lose. One day we 3) had two RBI, and Peterka hit enabling our defense to make betwouldn’t catch the ball, one day a two-run double to guide visiting ter plays.” Gallagher. we wouldn’t pitch, and one day Shepard. In the last seven days, Peterka In a 13-6 loss to Romeoville on has driven in 11 base runners. we wouldn’t hit. “And what’s happening is, slow- Friday, Brendan Hermann (1-for“He’s been doing a real nice ly, we’re starting to put all of those 3, 3 RBI) hit a two-run single, job at the plate,” he said. “And a run in the bottom of the fifth things together. Mind you, we’re and Peterka (3-for-4, run) added a Kevin Knoerzer has really been and shut the door on any further still making mistakes, but we’ve two-run double in a losing cause. our sparkplug at the leadoff spot. learned to play over them. That Kevin Knoerzer tacked on two He’s been our catalyst – getting rallies from Richards. “We scored all four of those was something we were not doing hits and two runs for the Astros. big base hits for us.” On Saturday, Shepard defeatAhead for Shepard this week runs with two outs, so that was two weeks ago.” To be sure, the team didn’t com- ed Illiana Christian 3-1 behind is games against Oak Lawn, a positive we were able to away mit too many mistakes in a pair Knoerzer (2-for-2. 1 2B, 1 HR, Hillcrest, Crete-Monee and Rich from against Lemont,” he said. On Saturday, the team prevailed of wins over Argo in the South 3 RBI) and winning pitcher Eric Central. 3-1 over Yorkville at Silver Cross Stadium. Richards managed just six hits, but were the benefactors of three unearned runs — one in the fourth and two in the fifth. Registration for the camp, from 9-10:30 a.m. The camp is (Continued from page 2) The first came on throwing error, which is open to ages 6-14 (grades designed to develop and improve the second came on a wild pitch aces against the Roadrunners, 1-8), will be taken at 1 p.m. that fundamental basketball skills and the third on a balk. On the mound, Thomas (4 IP, while Tim Hauser distributed same day. The cost is $10, and in- through instruction, group and 3H, 0 R, 0 SO, 1 BBO earned a team-best 25 assists. Other cludes a T-shirt and pizza. Players individual drills, and team play. Former Cyclones volleyball his second win of the week and RedHawks contributors includ- must supply their own cleats/gym coach Gloria Coughlin will host shoes, shorts and practice T-shirt. ed Luke Mayer (eight digs, one improved to 4-0. Astros varsity coach Dominic a camp in that sport July 14-17 “We got all three of our runs ace), Brian Barry (six digs), Matt courtesy of Yorkville,” Wujcik Munro (two blocks) and Dan An- Passolano, who guided Shepard from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. daily. into the state playoffs in four of his The program, which is open said. “Right now, we’re in pret- zelmo (ace). first five seasons in charge of the to players entering grades 5-9, Also chipping in opposite the ty good shape. All of our pitchers are healthy, we’re swinging Spartans were Munro (five kills), program, will lead the non-padded will improve fundamental skills the bats well, and we’re playing Nick O'Gorman (five kills, six digs, camp, which seeks to develop the through individual attention and good defense. So all three facets one ace), Barry (six digs, two aces) skills and teamwork necessary to group work. Moraine women’s tennis coach of the game are working well for and Hauser (17 assists, one ace). participate in the sport. There is no weight limit or experience Nicole Selvaggio will instruct us right now.” level necessary for individuals to youngsters entering grades 5-12 Richards will look to continue Rice doubles team takes fourth in the fundamentals of her sport Brother Rice's double duo of take part. its winning ways with games this July 7-10. Sessions for those in For more information, contact Jack Gorman and Liam Millerick week against Brother Rice, T.F. wound up fourth overall at the Passolano at 371-1111, ext. 3362, grades 5-8 will go from 9-10:30 North and Lincoln-Way West. Crusader Classic, which enabled or email dominic.passolano@ a.m. each day, with ones for grades 9-12 to follow from 11 the host school to place seventh. chsd218.org. a.m.-12:30 p.m. Rice totaled 15 points. The cost of each camp is $70, Marist (27 point) and Shepard Local golf instructor to conduct free and all three will be held in the (25) were fourth and fifth, respec- clinic Professional golf instructor Bob school’s new Health, Fitness & tively, in the team standings. Gates, a former coach at Oak Recreation Center gymnasium. Lawn High School and longtime For more information, call 974Summer softball camp at Richards Richards coach Julie Folliard contributor of a golf advice column 5727 or visit www.morainevalley. will host her annual softball camp to this paper, will conduct a free edu/Athletics. for girls in grades 3-12 June 16-19 one-hour clinic on Saturday, May 17, at Stony Creek Golf Course, Girls’ basketball camp to be offered at the high school. Separate sessions will be con- 5850 W. 103rd St. in Oak Lawn. at SXU St. Xavier University women’s The session, which will run ducted for those entering grades 8-12 and individuals who will be in from 11 a.m.-noon, will focus basketball coach Bob Hallberg grades 3-7 in the fall. The young- on two of the sport’s most ne- will host his annual basketball er participants will be broken up glected fundamentals: proper set- camp for girls aged 7-15 the week into two groups (grades 3-5 and up position and club takeaway. of June 16-20 at the Shannon 6-7) as well. Hitting, bunting, Both subjects will be discussed, Center. Sessions will run from 1:30-4 baserunning, catching, throwing, demonstrated and have solutions strategies and mental approach to suggested through hands-on in- p.m. daily. Participants will be grouped according to age and the game will be taught Folliard, struction. The clinic is open to all. For ability, and Hallberg will activeher staff and alumni. The cost is $40 and registration more information, call Stony ly teach each day. SXU assistant coaches and players will also be is currently being taken. Forms Creek at 857-2433. on hand to instruct campers. are available in Richards' athThe cost is $135 per individuletic office and online at www. Moraine to conduct summer sports al, and includes a camp T-shirt. CHSD281.org. Go to the "Richards camps Moraine Valley College will con- Enrollment is on a first-come, softball" link. duct three youth sports camps first-served basis. Applications are available through the SXU Annual Shepard football camp set for this summer. Athletic director and former athletic department or online at May 18 The sixth annual Shepard men’s basketball coach Bill Finn www.sxucougars.com under the Youth Football Camp will be held will lead a hoops camp from July “summer camps” link. For more information, call LauSunday, May 18, from 2-4 p.m. at 14-17 for youngsters entering grades 3-8. Each session will run ra Kurzeja at (773) 298-3785. the school’s football field.

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Surprise! Richards hits 20-win mark By Anthony Nasella When the regular season began, Richards baseball coach Brian Wujcik was confident that his club would be a competitive team that would experience success. But he’ll be the first to admit that he never imaged his Bulldogs sporting an impressive 21-5 mark while standing alone in first place in the South Suburban Red with a conference tally of 14-2. “I never thought we would have won 20 games, but I knew we would be competitive,” Wujcik said. “We have a good group of seniors. This is a senior dominated team, so we knew we would be good — just not this good.” Richards was good again this past week — going 3-1 — defeating Eisenhower handily in backto-back games on May 5 and 6, losing to Lemont by two last Thursday and defeating Yorkville by two runs on Saturday. On Monday, in an 11-0 blanking of the Cardinals in the South Suburban Red, A.J. Sanchez (3-for-3, 1 RBI), Charlie Beschke (2-for-2, 2 RBI, 2 R,) Shane Mills (2-for-4, 3 RBI, 1 R) all starred on offense.

Brett Thomas (3 IP, 1H, 0 R, 0 BB, 4 SO) got the win on the mound. On Tuesday, in a 24-0 conference rout of Eisenhower, Danny Estrella (3-for-3, 2 runs) clubbed a grand slam and an RBI double to steer host Richards in the five-inning contest. Sanchez (3for-3, 2 runs, 2 RBI) Beschke (2- for-2, 2 RBI) and Shawn Chiaramonte (2-for-4, R, 2 RBI) all starred offense. Eric Mallo (3 IP, 3 H, 0 R, 1 BB, 2 SO) earned the win. “For whatever reason, we really hit the ball well against Eisenhower,” Wujcik said. “The guys were driving the ball in both games. We had five doubles and home run on Tuesday, and on Monday we had two doubles. We really hit the ball extremely well.” On Thursday, in a 7-5 South Suburban crossover defeat to Lemont, Chiaramonte had a two-run double for Richards. A.J Sanchez (2-for-3, 1 RBI, 1 R) and Nate Natividad (2-for-4, 1 R, 1 RBI) also contribute on offense for the Bulldogs. The team was behind 6-1 going into the top of the fifth but pulled within 6-5 before Lemont added

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(Continued from page 3) Nick Nowak recorded run-scoring singles in the fourth, and Colangelo Martinez and Wimmer drove in runs in the following frame. Stagg took advantage of two walks in the latter inning, and scored their third run of the inning on a wild pitch Colangeo finished the day 3-for3 with two RBI and two runs scored, while Drew Bolero had two hits and two runs score. “Our team [batting] average has gone up the last week and a half,” O'Neill said. “I think he weather has something to do with it but I think guys are making adjustments, also.” CJ Casey went 5 2-3 innings for his first win of the season. He allowed eight hits, walked three batters and struck out five. Stagg 7 Bolingbrook 3 The Chargers' won their second SouthWest Suburban Blue game of last week by topping visiting Bolingbrook. Junior hurler Nick Gerzon went the distance, giving up six hits and two earned runs while striking out three batters and walking one. Stagg hitters registered nine hits on the day, and plated two rins in the third inning and three more in the fifth to give Gerzon a nice cushion with which to work. The turning point was Bolero's Photo by Jeff Vorva two-out two-run doublei the third. Stagg's Brett Stratinsky trots home after belting an opposite field The senior leads the team in RBI. home run in a 7-3 victory over Bolingbrook last Thursday. “I venture to guess most if his RBI come with two outs, which is pretty big,” O'Neill said. “Two outs, they've got a chance to get out of it and we get two runs; and I think that kind of just continued in the next couple of innings.” Stratinsky went 3-for-3, and Martinez knocked in two runs. O'Neill is pleased to see the lat-

ter playing well a year after he sustained a season-ending ACL injury. “He's a tremendous outfielder as well, but we didn't know what to expect from him coming off the injury,” the coach said. “Obviously anything he gives us offensively is a bonus.”

Sports wrap (Continued from page 4) matches this past week in the South Suburban Red – defeating Oak Lawn 4-1 on May 6 and Richards 3-2 last Wednesday. Against Oak Lawn, Kyle McNamara and Bryan Spoon prevailed at No. 1 doubles for host Shepard. In the win over Richards, Brian Spoon and Kyle McNamara won at No. 1 doubles for host . Sandburg The Eagles split a pair of matches this past week – defeating Stagg 5-2 on Tuesday in the South Suburban Blue and dropping a 6-1 contest to

Lincoln-Way East in the SouthWest Suburban crossover on Thursday. In the win over Stagg, Jonluke Passett (No. 1 singles) was among the winners for host Sandburg. Against Lincoln-Way East Passett won again at No. 1 singles for the Eagles. Girls Track Sandburg The Eagles took fifth at the SouthWest Suburban Blue Meet Thursday night with 59 point at Joliet West. Sandburg got firstplace finishes from Renee Letz in the 800 (2:21.79) and Casey Jensen in the 1,600 (5:24.15). Shepard South Suburban Red Meet:

Alondra Delfin posted victories in the mile run (5:50.99) and 2-mile run (13:07.42) in guiding Shepard (176) to first place on Thursday. The Astros also prevailed in the 400 relay (49.70), 800 relay (1:45.41) and 2-mile relay (10:21.90). Badminton Stagg The Chargers scored 7.5 points at Thursday’s T.F. South Sectional, as teammates Agnieszka Szudy and Julia Hernandez took third in doubles. Shepard The Astros scored 1.5 points at Thursday’s Lockport Sectional.

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Orland Park, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 19, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 20, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 50 Ruggles Ct., Orland Park, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-06-303-011-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $270,321.92. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. 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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION REGIONS BANK, P l a i n t i f f � V . � JOHN E. DETHMER; NANCY DETHMER A/K/A NANCY L. DETHMER; BAYTREE LENDING COMPANY F/K/A ST. FRANCIS MORTGAGE CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; UNKNOWN O C C U P A N T S , � D e f e n d a n t s � 12 CH 23265 Property Address: 9647 WOODED PATH PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 12-060579 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on May 30, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 12, 2014, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 9647 Wooded Path, Palos Hills, IL 6 0 4 6 5 � Permanent Index No.: 23-10-207-009-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $ 160,080.47. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I606440

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2 x 1-1/2 Cell: 708-212-1342 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST BY PURCHASE FROM THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER OF WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FKA WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA Plaintiff, -v.SAED HAMMAD, LILIAN KANAN, GMAC MORTGAGE CORPORATION, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNER’S ASSOCIATION, BROOK HILLS TOWNHOME OWNER’S ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 35359 17302 Highwood Dr. Orland Park, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 12, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 13, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 17302 Highwood Dr., Orland Park, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-30-407008-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $302,783.10. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 35359 TJSC#: 345417 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I603070

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF CAROL POTTER, IF ANY, CATHERINE E POTTER, JUNIOR CLAYTON POTTER, SR, WILLIAM BUTCHER, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF THE ESTATE OF CAROL POTTER, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, GIBRALTAR PRIVATE BANK & TRUST Defendants 12 CH 15825 8909 HUGUELET PLACE ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 12, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 16, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 8909 HUGUELET PLACE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-15-201-007-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce. com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1208332. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1208332 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 15825 TJSC#: 34-4320 I606883

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MARGARET ZYDEK, CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 9/21/2000 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1109002, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE CHICAGO TITLE LAND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED 9/21/2000 A/K/A TRUST NO. 1109002, DENNIS DEGREGORIO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 010485 8123 BOB-O-LINK ROAD ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 13, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 6, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8123 BOB-O-LINK ROAD, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14-212-038. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-08883. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-13-08883 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 010485 TJSC#: 34-7680 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I607165

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES WMABS SERIES 2006-HE4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.NAGLA T. ELHASSAN A/K/A NAGLA ELHASSAN, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., CIT LOAN CORPORATION F/K/A THE CIT GROUP/CONSUMER FINANCE, INC., WORLDWIDE ASSET PURCHASING, LLC, BROOK HILLS HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 043338 11765 S. BROOKSHIRE DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 4, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 6, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11765 S. BROOKSHIRE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-30-310-004. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-26139. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 1409-26139 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 09 CH 043338 TJSC#: 34-4267 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I603478

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL A. SALIM A/K/A MICHAEL SALIM, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., CITY OF CHICAGO, SHIRLEY C. SALIM, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 040565 7832 W. OAK RIDGE DRIVE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 26, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 2:00 PM on May 28, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 7832 W. OAK RIDGE DRIVE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-25-300-063. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-09-33365. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www. tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 1409-33365 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 09 CH 040565 TJSC#: 34-4170 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I604075

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUSTEE FOR CSMC TRUST 2011-11 P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � ABED MUSTAFA; D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 16204 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 26, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, May 30, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 24-29-406-003-0000. Commonly known as 12519 SOUTH MENARD AVENUE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1310343. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I603335

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION MIDFIRST BANK, P l a i n t i f f � V . � DEAN R. ILKANIC A/K/A DEAN ILKANIC; MICHELE R. ILKANIC A/K/A MICHELE ILKANIC; BENEFICIAL FINANCIAL I, INC.; SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BENEFICIAL ILLINOIS, INC. D/B/A BENEFICIAL MORTGAGE CO. OF ILLINOIS, D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 25904 Property Address: 8034 WEST 93RD STREET HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE Fisher and Shapiro file # 13-069968 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure s a l e s . ) � PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on March 6, 2014, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 9, 2014, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 8034 West 93rd Street, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 Permanent Index No.: 23-02-420-011-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The judgment amount was $ 256,869.98. Sale terms for non-parties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at w w w . k a l l e n r s . c o m . � For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 291-1717, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I596777

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC P l a i n t i f f , � v . � IMAN EL BANNA A/K/A IMAN ELBANNA, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Defendants 13 CH 14838 11126 S. DEERPATH LANE Palos Hills, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 13, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 17, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 11126 S. DEERPATH LANE, Palos Hills, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-201-005. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $304,680.86. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC, 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201, CHICAGO, IL 60606, (312) 357-1125 Please refer calls to the sales department. Please refer to file number 13-02461. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. LAW OFFICES OF IRA T. NEVEL, LLC 175 N. Franklin Street, Suite 201 CHICAGO, IL 60606 (312) 357-1125 Attorney File No. 13-02461 Attorney Code. 18837 Case Number: 13 CH 14838 TJSC#: 34-4852 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I604625

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS T R U S T E E , � SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF A M E R I C A , � NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE AS S U C C E S S O R � BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS A S S E T � BACKED SECURITIES I LLC, ASSET BACKEDCERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-EC1 P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � THERESA POSPISIL; DAVID POSPISIL D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 18345 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on November 4, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, June 16, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � Commonly known as 8812 West 103rd Place, Palos Hills, Il 60465. P.I.N. 23-15-202-008-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 651-6705. 1 3 0 2 2 4 5 1 � INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I606541

For Sale Garage Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION OCWEN LOAN SERVICING, LLC P l a i n t i f f , � v . � SUSAN E. ALBRECHT A/K/A SUSAN ALBRECHT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 23746 10604 SOUTH 82ND AVENUE PALOS HILLS, IL 6 0 4 6 5 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 10, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 10, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10604 SOUTH 82ND AVENUE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-213-010-0000. The real estate is improved with a gray aluminum siding single family home; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1314241. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1314241 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 23746 TJSC#: 34-4166 I605030

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIRST MIDWEST BANK AS SUCCESSOR TO PALOS BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Plaintiff, -v.FIRST MIDWEST BANK AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO PALOS BANK AND TRUST, UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED FEBRUARY 25, 1974 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 1-0595, WILLIAM LOEFFEL A/K/A WILLIAM C. LOEFFEL, SANDRA D. LOEFFEL, DECEASED, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND DEVISEES OF SANDRA D. LOEFFEL, JAMES JOHNSON, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2013 CH 21123 9225 WEST 144TH PLACE Orland Park, IL 60462 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 20, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on June 23, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9225 WEST 144TH PLACE, Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-10106-001-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. The judgment amount was $161,143.91. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Kimberly A. Padjen, GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC, 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410, CHICAGO, IL 60604, (312) 332-6194. Please refer to file number 45920. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410 CHICAGO, IL 60604 (312) 332-6194 Attorney File No. 45920 Attorney Code. 90334 Case Number: 2013 CH 21123 TJSC#: 34-7192 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I606102

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route, visit the website fpdcc.com/ swallow-cliff/. The entrance to Swallow Cliff North is off Route 83, just west of La Grange Road. Outdoor painting For more information on class for families this or future events, contact An outdoor art class for fam- Eric Neagu, series coordinator: ilies will be hosted at the Log 773-403-5137, or email at ericnCabin Center for the Arts on eagu@gmail.com. Wednesday, May 21, from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The Log Cabin Art Pond Safari Center is at 12700 Southwest The “safari” is scheduled for Highway in Palos Park. Instructor Heather Young 10 to 11:30 a.m. this Sunday, invites families with children May 18, at the Isle a la Cache of any age to join her outdoor Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road, painting workshop, in which Romeoville. See what lives in and around participants will make landscape paintings of The Center the pond attached to the Des woodlands and gardens. The Plaines River. Participants will class fee is $ 8 per person and scoop aquatic critters with nets includes all supplies. Advance to take a closer look at them. reservations are required. Call Nets and viewing containers will be provided. Dress in clothes The Center at 361-3650. and shoes that can get wet or dirty. All critters will be released The Bridge Teen back into the pond at the end of Center programs the program. Registration is required for • Build Your Own Computer — 4 to 6 p.m. today (Thursday) the free, all-ages program. Call and next Thursday, May 22, The 815-886-1467. For more inforBridge Teen Center, 15555 S. mation, visit ReconnectWithNa71st Court, Orland Park, will ture.org. hold a program that will teach students the different parts of a computer and how they work. • Air Hockey Tourney/Game Pottery garden Night — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. May 16, air hockey tournament and Markers workshop game night with smoothies from A pottery workshop is offered Jamba Juice. for adults at The Log Cabin Cen • Summer Smoothies & Open ter for the Arts on Monday, June Mic — 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. May 2, from 6:30 to 8 p.m., at 12700 17, open Mic night with home- Southwest Highway in Palos made summer smoothies. Park. • Strong Man & Woman FitInstructed by Laura Milkert, ness — 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. May 20, participants make hand-built The Bridge will team with the garden markers of stoneware Palos Health and Fitness Cen- clay, for labeling herbs, flowers, ter to hold a competition that and vegetables. The pottery will includes strength—training ac- be ready for pickup a week later tivities. Students will use ropes, after it has been fired in the kiln weights and other equipment. to a stonelike hardness. • Voice coaching with Parker Music — 5 to 6 p.m. May 21, group voice— coaching lessons with Ben from Parker Music. • Fashion Photography — 5 to 6 p.m. May 21, learn what goes into taking great photographs. 1. 47 Ronin, Universal PicStudents will learn camera func- tures, PG-13 tions, where to shoot, what to 2. The Legend of Hercules, wear, lighting and more. Lionsgate, PG-13 • Project Serve: PAWS Ani- 3. Labor Day, Paramount Picmal Shelter — 4 to 6 p.m. May tures, PG-13 21, The Bridge will team with 4. Homefront, Millennium PAWS Animal Shelter to help Films, R do some cleaning, painting, and 5. The Wolf of Wall Street, general upkeep of the facility. Paramount Pictures, R • Build Your Own Comput- 6. Frozen, Walt Disney Stuer — 4 to 6 p.m. May 22, The dios, PG Bridge Teen Center will hold a 7. Walking with Dinosaurs program that will teach students 3-D, 20th Century Fox, PG the different parts of a computer 8. Grudge Match, Warner and how they work. Bros., PG-13 For information on any pro- 9. Anchorman 2: The Legend gram, call 532-0500 or visit Continues, Paramount Pictures, thebridgeteencenter.org.

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The public response to The Gaylord Building’s April Discovery Dinner was so overwhelming that a second session has been scheduled for Thursday, May 29. Once again, Emmy award winning author and historian Joseph Gustaitis, Ph.D., will examine the famed Columbian Exposition and other significant achievements of Chicago’s Greatest Year, 1893 that established Chicago as a modern metropolis and one of the world’s greatest cities. Guests will again enjoy a sumptuous meal catered by the Public Landing Restaurant that will be followed by Dr. Gustaitis’ presentation. Doors for this special Discovery Dinners will open at 5:45 p.m. with a cash bar reception. The dinner will begin at 6:15 p.m. with the lecture following at 7 p.m. The session includes a full service dinner – choice of entrees with salad, sides, dessert and beverages (non-alcoholic) – all before the presentation. The Discovery Dinners conclude with a book signing of Chicago’s Greatest Year, 1893, providing guests with a chance to meet Dr. Gustaitis. Admission, which includes dinner, is $23. Registration and payment are required. Space is limited, so guests are encouraged to call 1-815-838.9400 or email info@gaylordbuilding.org, as soon as possible to reserve a place at the table. The Gaylord Building is a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

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Free guided hike at Swallow Cliff The Calumet Outdoors Series for a free guided hike at Swallow Cliff forest preserve this Saturday, May 17, at 9 a.m. This 1.5-hour hike will be led by Kindy Kruller, planner for the Cook County Forest Preserve District. The hike will begin at the Swallow Cliff North parking area. For more information about the

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Poetry luncheon at chapel garden Poetry will be read, quilts exhibited, and tea served in the Wayside Chapel garden at a luncheon and program at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, on Tuesday, May 20. MaryAnn Grzych and the poetry students will read from their outstanding collection of poems written during the poetry workshops at The Center. Denise Dulzo's quilting students will display their quilted creations from the past year’s classes. To celebrate the season, tea will be served in the beautiful chapel garden surrounded by wildflowers. Here, Jane Andringa, of Palos Park, reads poetry during a previous poetry luncheon in the Wayside chapel garden. The luncheon begins at noon, costs $17 and requires advance reservations. The hour-long program will follow the luncheon. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Videoview by Jay Bobbin (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.) STARTING THIS WEEK: “HER”: Director Spike Jonze earned an Oscar for his original screenplay for this clever comedy-drama about a relationship between a man and ... a computer system. Joaquin Phoenix plays the man in question, a professional letter writer whose equipment upgrade has a voice (that of Scarlett Johansson) and a soul, apparently. That leads them to bond emotionally. Amy Adams, Rooney Mara, Olivia Wilde and Portia Doubleday play the flesh-and-blood women who are in the fellow’s life. DVD extra: “making-of” documentary. *** (R: AS, N, P) (Also on Bluray and On Demand) “ORANGE IS THE NEW BLACK: SEASON ONE”: One of the series that put Netflix on the map as a source of muchbuzzed-about original programming, this dark, fact-inspired comedy from “Weeds” creator Jenji Kohan casts Taylor Schilling (“The Lucky One”) as a woman sent to prison for helping to transport drug money. Her fellow inmates include someone who was quite significant in her past (Laura Prepon). Michelle Hurst, Kate Mulgrew, Laverne Cox, Jason Biggs, Taryn Manning, Natasha Lyonne and Pablo Schreiber also star. DVD extras: four “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary on selected episodes by Kohan and producers Tara Herrmann and Mark Burley; outtakes. *** (Not rated: AS, N, P) (Also on Blu-ray) “I, FRANKENSTEIN”: Mary Shelley’s concept of a synthetic man gets a modern spin in this melodrama, based on Kevin Grevioux’s graphic novel but appearing to cobble much of the “Underworld” movie series onto the original story basics. Aaron Eckhart plays the “monster,” whose life source is of great interest to a leader of demons (Bill Nighy). Yvonne Strahovski also stars as the scientist charged with

recharging the creature; Miranda Otto and Jai Courtney are featured as well. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by Grevioux, director and co-screenwriter Stuart Beattie, producers Gary Lucchesi and Richard Wright, and executive producer James McQuaide. ** (PG-13: AS, P, V) “THAT AWKWARD MOMENT”: Three pals — played by Zac Efron, Miles Teller (“The Spectacular Now”) and Michael B. Jordan (“Fruitvale Station”) — grapple with moving romantic relationships from the casual to the more committed in this mild but enjoyable comedy. They make a pact not to involve themselves deeply with women anymore, but of course, their prospects improve as soon as they’ve struck that accord. Imogen Poots, Mackenzie Davis and Jessica Lucas play the objects of their emotional confusion. DVD extras: interview with Efron, Teller and Jordan; character profiles. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE DAVE CLARK FIVE AND BEYOND: GLAD ALL OVER”: One of the seminal 1960s British pop groups is recalled — largely through the words of bandleader and drummer Clark — in this hugely entertaining “Great Performances” offering expectedly loaded with classic clips and nostalgic music. “Bits and Pieces,” “Do You Love Me,” “Because,” “Any Way You Want It” and (of course) “Glad All Over” are among the Dave Clark Five hits heard, with famous fans from Sir Paul McCartney and Bruce Springsteen to Tom Hanks (in portions from his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction of the Five) and Whoopi Goldberg weighing in. A big plus: segments from the music series “Ready Steady Go!” which Clark bought the rights to. **** (Not rated) (Also on Blu-ray) “LONGMIRE: THE COMPLETE SECOND SEASON”: In the sophomore round of the A&E Network mystery series inspired by Craig Johnson’s novels, modern Wyoming lawman Walt Longmire (Robert Taylor) has two ongoing concerns as he investigates other cases that arise. His daughter, Cady (Cassidy Freeman), opens old wounds by

probing her mother’s death, and the imminent election for sheriff pits Longmire against his deputy Branch (Bailey Chase) ... who’s been involved with Cady. Katee Sackhoff and Lou Diamond Phillips also continue as cast regulars. DVD extras: “making-of” documentaries; two extended episodes. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) COMING SOON: “MCCANICK” (May 20): A newly released ex-convict (Cory Monteith, in his final role) is stalked by a police detective (David Morse). (R: AS, P, V) “THE MONUMENTS MEN” (May 20): George Clooney directed and stars in this fact-based drama of soldiers seeking stolen artworks during World War II; Matt Damon, Bill Murray and Cate Blanchett also appear. (PG-13: P, V) “VAMPIRE ACADEMY” (May 20): A half-human, half-vampire student (Zoey Deutch, daughter of Lea Thompson) tries to protect a vampire from sinister forces. (PG-13: AS, P, V) “ENDLESS LOVE” (May 27): A young man (Alex Pettyfer) can’t stay away from the girl he adores (Gabriella Wilde), despite parental interference, in this remake. (PG13: AS, N, P) “JACK RYAN: SHADOW RECRUIT” (June 10): Chris Pine assumes the role of novelist Tom Clancy’s CIA man, seen here in the early stages of his career. Kevin Costner also stars. (PG13: AS, P, V) “TRUE DETECTIVE: SEASON ONE” (June 10): Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson play investigators revisiting a serial murder case in the HBO series. (Not rated: AS, N, P, V)

Back when I was working as a chef in restaurants in Provence, Paris and Monaco in the late 1960s and early 1970s, I often heard a phrase referring to the cooking of (ital) une bonne femme (end ital.). Those words, which can be translated as “a good woman” or “a good wife,” summed up what people in the English-speaking world might call “real home cooking” or possibly “comfort food” — the kinds of honest dishes people either genuinely grew up eating or wish they had. My own mother, the late Maria Puck, was definitely a good woman and a good cook. She not only worked sometimes as a pastry chef in Austrian restaurant kitchens, but also prepared wonderful, delicious, nourishing meals every day for my sisters, my brother and me, and our father. Her smart, creative, downto-earth approach to cooking was my first big inspiration to become a chef. I cherish her memory and I aim to honor it in everything I do, including donating a portion of the proceeds from sales of my Wolfgang Puck wines to research into Alzheimer’s disease, against which she bravely fought in the last years of her life. Every time I cook good home-style food, I think of my mother. My Spiced Caramel Flan is my variation on classic French creme caramel. It’s a very easy recipe to make, and everyone will be beguiled by its combination of sweet spices, reminiscent of those in a pumpkin pie. Be sure to start making the flan a day ahead of when you plan to serve it, so it has time to chill in the refrigerator. During that time, the caramel mixture that lines the cake pan in which the custard bakes will liquefy, becoming a luscious sauce that bathes the flan when you unmold it. The result is a fine example of a good woman’s cooking. SPICED CARAMEL FLAN Serves 6 to 8 CARAMEL SAUCE: 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup light corn syrup 5 drops fresh lemon juice FLAN: 17 ounces evaporated milk 14 ounces sweetened condensed milk 7 large cage-free eggs 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

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My easy-to-make recipe is a variation on classic French creme caramel. 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Grated zest of 1 orange GARNISHES: Whipped cream (optional) Fresh seasonal berries (optional) Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Meanwhile, first prepare the Caramel Sauce: Put the sugar, corn syrup and lemon juice in a 2- or 4-cup heatproof-glass measuring cup. Stir until all of the sugar is moistened. Put the measuring cup in a microwave oven and cook at full power, watching carefully, until you see bubbles on the surface of the mixture begin to pile up on top of each other, about 3 minutes on average, although the time will vary depending on the power of the microwave. Continue microwaving, watching carefully and checking frequently, until the mixture has turned a light amber color. Carefully remove the cup and leave it to sit for up to 30 seconds, watching until it has continued to darken to a medium amber color. Then immediately, and still very carefully, pour the hot caramel into an 8-inch round cake pan. Using pot holders, lift the pan and carefully tilt and swirl it to evenly coat the bottom with the caramel. Immediately make the Flan: Put the evaporated and condensed milks, eggs, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, cloves and orange zest in a blender or a food processor fitted with the stainless-steel blade. Blend or process until smooth. Place a fine-meshed sieve inside

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the matter of returning the Elgin Marbles now in Great Britain. We can deal with this argument later but even the Times the other day said returning every work of art to its countries of origin just sees them ill-used and often buried away where a great public never sees them again. This has happened to the famed Euphronios krater, which Italy took back from the Metropolitan and placed in an obscure site. RECENTLY I went to a book party at the beautiful apartment of Jean Stein on the East River to catch a glimpse of Diane Keaton, actress and author. There she was in all of her felt hat, checked short and striped tie glory, busy making nice promoting “Let’s Just Say It Wasn’t Pretty.” Random House is bringing out this charming book and I want Keaton to write another one, right away! When I came in, who should I run into but Mr. and Mrs. Woody Allen who looked relaxed and happy. (Well, his “Bullets Over Broadway” is a hit at the St. James Theatre.) Woody turns up in the early pages of Diane’s book - naturally.

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She gives him full credit for making her a star in “Annie Hall.” THEY are still drifting in — remembrances of Zsa Zsa Gabor in her tumultuous heyday. The former El Morocco press agent, Jim Mitchell, was just a kid when he walked in off the street and offered to do press for the formidable owner John Perona. Mr. P hired him on the spot for his charm and nerve. He recalls Zsa Zsa being barred from the famous watering spot because she had a fight that involved her sister Eva and a fur coat. Over the years, Cary Grant, Bob Straile and Porfirio Rubirosa tried to get her in the door and each went in to plead with Perona while Zsa Zsa stayed in the car. He wouldn’t relent. One night Mama Gabor badgered Jim Mitchell, saying, “You know my Zsa Zsa is a wonderful woman and John won’t let her in here.” So Mitchell spoke to Perona who answered, “When the pope comes to El Morocco, she can come in.” But Zsa Zsa finally had her way. John Perona died and his son Edwin did allow the star in. (E-mail Liz Smith at MES3838@aol.com.)

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a mixing bowl. Pour the mixture through the sieve, pressing it through with a rubber spatula as necessary. Throw out any solids remaining in the sieve. Pour the flan mixture over the caramel in the pan. Place the pan inside a larger cake pan. Slide out a rack from inside the preheated oven and place the nested pans on the rack. Fill a clean large measuring cup with hot tap water and pour the water into the outer pan to come 1 inch up the side of the pan containing the flan. Carefully slide the rack into the oven, taking care not to slosh the water, and close the oven door. Bake the flan until it looks fully set and a small, sharp knife inserted into its center comes out clean, 50 to 60 minutes. Carefully remove the pans from the oven and carefully lift out the inner pan containing the flan. Place it on a rack to cool to room temperature. Cover the cooled pan and refrigerate it for at least 1 day or up to 3 days. To serve, run a thin-bladed knife all around the inside rim of the pan to loosen the flan. Invert a platter large enough to hold the flan, and with a raised rim to contain the liquefied caramel, over the pan. Firmly hold the platter and pan together with both hands and invert them. Carefully lift off the cake pan. To serve, cut the flan into wedges and transfer them to individual chilled serving plates, spooning some of the liquid caramel over each portion. Garnish with whipped cream or fresh berries, if desired.

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