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Bridge work will snarl Harlem

By Dermot Connolly The bridge over the Calumet-Sag Channel on Harlem Avenue, connecting Palos Heights and Worth, is about to become a construction zone for the summer.

The Illinois Department of Transportation project is scheduled to begin on June 20, according to signage on Harlem.

It was originally scheduled to begin on June 1, according to an IDOT press release, which said the work should be completed during the summer, weather permitting. It will include bridge

repairs “necessary for safety,” as well as painting, according to an IDOT press release.

Daily lane closures are going be imposed for the duration, and traffic will be reduced to one lane, with flaggers directing traffic.

However, according to IDOT, the closure times will not occur during the peak traffic volume hours between 7 and 9 a.m. and 4 and 6 p.m. weekdays.

Motorists who use the section of Harlem Avenue between 115th and 119th streets are being advised to expect delays and look for alternate routes to get where

they’re going quicker. Drivers are also urged to pay close attention to flaggers and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits and be on the lookout for workers and equipment.

Alternative routes crossing the Cal-Sag include 104th Avenue, La Grange Road, Southwest Highway, Cicero to 127th Street and Ridgeland Avenue.

Updates on this and other IDOT projects in the southwest suburban region, District 1, may be obtained online at gettingaroundillinois. com under the road construction tab. Information about traffic

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Because Harlem Avenue is considered a state road, neither Worth nor Palos Heights governments are directly involved in the IDOT project. Palos Heights police officials said that, similar to when work was done on Ridgeland Avenue, they do not anticipate that any need for special police assistance to assist with traffic control during the construction period.

Photos by Dermot Connolly “But if we’re needed, we will Crossing the Harlem Avenue bridge into Palos Heights, a group of walkers be there,” said Police Chief Larry come from Chicago Ridge Wednesday last week in support of the Special Yott.

Olympics Torch Run. See story on Page 3.

PALOS PARK

Tall-grass lawns reap village fines Homeowners cited if first notice ignored

By Michael Gilbert,

Regional correspondent Palos Park residents who go lax on their lawn this summer risk becoming lighter in the wallet.

Building Commissioner G. Darryl Reed reminded the Village Council and roughly a dozen residents in attendance Monday that village code prohibits grass and weeds from exceeding 8 inches in length.

“The building department is working hard to make sure lawns Photo by Jeff Vorva are being cut and maintained,” Reed said.

He noted residents who are Providence Catholic players pile and celebrate their third consecutive Illinois High School Association Class 4A championship Saturday night at Silver aware of a property “that has beCross Stadium in Joliet. It was the first time in the 77-year history of the state tournament a team won three straight baseball titles. Six Orland Park come overgrown” can report it to athletes, including Tom Kelley (whose legs can be seen flying in the air), were on the Celtics roster.

For more on the historic night, see Sports. the village’s building inspector by calling (708) 671-3732.

Orland athletes help Providence make history

Village Manager Rick Boehm said residents in violation of the ordinance risk a ticket, which may result in a fine of $75 to $750 each day; though the village will first attempt to get the homeowner in compliance.

“We file our normal protocol of giving [the homeowner] a notice and then it can be a ticket,” Boehm said.

Boehm said each year the village gets a handful of complaints related to overgrown lawns. Most of the properties are vacant, but “a couple” are for homes currently occupied.

“Some of the complaints are vacant homes or foreclosures but we do have a couple residents who just haven’t gotten around to cutting their lawn yet,” Boehm said.

In the event a homeowner fails to comply with the village’s request to cut an unkempt lawn, Palos Park has the authority to hire See PALOS PARK, Page 3

Photo by Greg Lochow

Marsh East in Cap Sauer’s Holding along the Esker Trail is part of the Palos Area of the Cook County Forest Preserve District.

Friends of the Forest Preserves grow, naturally

By Jack Murray

Regional News editor Friends of the Forest Preserves number more than 3,000 committed volunteers and members, but more are always welcome to join.

Their mission is to inspire and organize people to protect, restore and expand the forest preserves of Cook County, according to the

group’s mission statement.

In the Palos area, the Friends now have a twin focus, “both of which directly contribute to restoring healthy nature and connecting people with healthy nature,” said Douglas Chien, advocates’ network manager for the Friends.

The first focus is growing the membership of the Palos Restoration Project volunteer group.

Since 1990, this local community-based, all volunteer group “has been dedicated to restoring healthy nature throughout the Palos and Sag Valley forest preserves,” Chien said. “Friends is growing their volunteer base by conducting community outreach and training and mentoring new people to become leaders and supporters.”

The Palos restoration group organized a walk in a local forest preserve off 119th Street near Palos Park earlier this spring. The project also has a Facebook page.

The Palos Conservation Corps is the Friends’ other local focus.

The six-person full time professional crew does invasive plant control to restore proper structure of life in the woods. They

fell trees, cut brush, herbicide or hand pull weeds, and collect seed depending on the season and location, Chien said. On Saturdays, they often work with volunteers to support that day’s activities, he added.

Over the years, the awardwinning Conservation Corps has employed more than 500 high school students and young

adults since 2007, giving them paid positions while gaining leadership, teamwork and job skills useful for their future careers, organizers said.

All of the Friends’ volunteer opportunities and events are listed online, “so folks can join us for a restoration workday or attend an See FRIENDS, Page 3

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Final days to get framed at the Arthouse Shop will close next month

By Dermot Connolly The Arthouse, a custom-framing shop that the mother-daughter team of Jan Schnierle and Heather Hickey have owned for the past 11 years, will erase its place in the commercial landscape of Palos Heights next month.

Hickey, who has a degree in interior design from Harrington College of Design, worked at the Arthouse under the previous owners before she went into partnership with her mother in the business. Its current location is at 12707 S. Ridgeland Ave. But, the mom-and-daughter shop, which also offers a wide range of artwork for sale, are hanging up the shingle they hung more than a decade ago. The deadline for placing framing orders is June 25.

“It’s bittersweet. We’ve learned a lot and have made a lot of friends,” said Hickey. “And we’ve framed a lot of cool stuff.”

The women are keeping their senses of humor about the situation, and would rather focus on the good times they have had over the years.

“This was our first business,” Hickey said. “And our last,” her mother chimed in. “I guess you could say we’re one and done.”

“As one of our great friends, Jean Feurer said, “It’s a tremendous amount of work and sacrifice, for not a lot of take-home pay,” said Hickey. “A combination of higher rent, a drop in business,

squeaking by each month and not being able to pay ourselves led us to decide not to renew our lease,” she added.

“When the bottom dropped out of the economy, people had to decide whether to eat or get a picture framed. That was rough,” said Schierle, who is an artist.

She said she would consider doing the same type of work for another company, and will continue with her volunteer work at The Farm in Palos Park.

In addition to framing artwork, the women also create shadow or memory box displays. Among the most unusual displays they recalled making was a shadow box for a doctor’s vintage urology tools.

“Those were tools he used. We wore gloves for that,” laughed Hickey.

Also, they have encased a military uniform, gun and other items owned by a World War II veteran.

Braden Looper, a former St. Louis Cardinals pitcher now living in Frankfort, also had the women frame memorabilia from his career, including the jersey he wore for his in the 2006 World Series.

After completing all their orders, the women will be closing up the shop in mid-July. The liquidation sale being held Friday to Sunday, July 22, 23 and 24 will be run by The Cricket and the Crow Estate Sales.

More information may be obPhoto by Dermot Connolly tained by calling The Arthouse at Jan Schnierle (left) and Heather Hickey play around with the tools of their trade in The Arthouse, their custom framing store at 12707 S. Ridgeland Ave., (708) 371-7339. in Palos Heights, which is closing shop next month.

COMINGS & GOINGS

Thorntons in Orland closed for renovations, set to open Photo by Joe Boyle

Slabs of concrete are what remains of what was once The Plaza at 95th Street and Western Avenue in Evergreen Park. The lone structure from The Plaza’s history is the Carson’s building that can be seen in the background.

Plaza demolished to make way for new Evergreen Marketplace

By Joe Boyle Construction plans for the new Evergreen Marketplace, which is replacing the demolished Plaza shopping center, will begin sometime this summer, according to Evergreen Park Mayor James Sexton.

“All of the buildings are mostly down except for Carson’s,” said Sexton on Friday. “In a month or so, plans are scheduled to begin for construction of the Marketplace. Everything is going well, it’s ahead of schedule. All of us are very excited.”

Sexton delivered the first blow with a sledgehammer to the old Montgomery Ward’s building during the demolition proceedings of The Plaza last fall. The beginning of the demolition drew a large crowd to witness this event.

The Evergreen Plaza opened in 1952 as an open-air shopping center developed by Arthur Rubloff. The shopping center grew in popularity and became one of the first enclosed malls in the country in 1966. The mall at its peak in the 1970s had Carson Pirie Scott, Montgomery Ward’s, Woolworth’s, Lytton’s and Walgreens.

While still profitable in the 1980s, the opening of the Chicago Ridge Mall in 1981 and to a degree the expansion of the Or-

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land Park Mall led to the Plaza’s demise. After Montgomery Ward closed in 2001, the Plaza suffered through numerous more vacancies escalated by the recession in 2008.

By 2013, The Plaza was virtually closed with the exception of Carson’s and a couple of other businesses.

Sexton said he had fond memories of The Plaza. But the Evergreen Park mayor said its time had passed and a retail center with 25 to 30 stores will be more efficient.

A visit to the old Plaza site on Saturday was mostly rubble until traveling further south where Carson’s is located. The other symbol of the old shopping center is The Plaza sign that is still located at the corner of 95th Street and Western Avenue. The lone traffic that goes into the parking lot now is for an Applebee’s that faces 95th Street not far from The Plaza sign.

The Evergreen Park mayor said that Applebee’s will remain at an outlet restaurant for the new mall.

However, the current Carson’s will be torn down in the fall and will be replaced by a more modern Carson’s. Sexton said that the first retailers will start to occupy portions of the new Evergreen Marketplace in the spring of 2017.

“We can’t wait to see them opening up,” said Sexton “We want to hear those cash registers sing.”

Businesses that are scheduled to occupy the 400,000-foot-square facility over 32 parcels are T.J. Maxx, DSW Shoes, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Petco and a 365 Whole Foods Market, which is a more economical version of the Austin, Texas-based chain.

This project is being led by Lorimax Stein Development, based out of Bloomfield Hills, MIch., and partner DeBartolo Development.

A Lorimax representative said that the project should be completed by the fall of 2017.

Sexton can’t help but see the irony over retailers contacting the village frequently to be located in Evergreen Park. It was not that long ago, especially after the economic downturn in 2008, that retailers avoided Evergreen Park, the mayor said.

“Things have changed tremendously,” said Sexton. “I have been trying to persuade developers to come to Evergreen Park. The past six or seven years have been a struggle but it has been changing.

But it isn’t all me, it is through the hard work of our attorney, commissioners and trustees that we have turned this around.”

Sexton said prospects have changed so dramatically for Evergreen Park that the village can be more stringent when allowing businesses into the community.

Louisville-based Thorntons is closed for remodeling at 7600 W. 159th St. in Orland Park and expects to have the convenience store/gas station open again by July 1.

The company also announced that its new concept convenience store/gas station dubbed the Kitchen opened June 10 at 127th Street and Vincennes Road in Blue Island.

To celebrate, there will be an official ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. and check presentation to the Blue Cap organization. Blue Cap is an organization in Blue Island dedicated to the discovery, pursuit and achievement of personal growth and dignity for individuals of all ages having, or at risk for, developmental disabilities The new concept features hot breakfast, lunch and snack items that are prepared fresh on-site daily. Breakfast is served until 10:30 a.m. Lunch options include: pepperoni pizza sticks, cheeseburgers, buffalo ranch chicken burrito and crispy chicken tenders. For everyday snacks, guests can enjoy fresh selections such as soft pretzels and cheesy bread sticks. The new hot food selections are in addition to fresh fruit, gourmet deli sandwiches and yogurt parfaits.

The new station will also be selling Thorntons’ recently introduced Unleaded15 ethanol fuel with an octane rating of 88.

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and was among those acquired by Mattress Firm when that company bought up the Bedding Experts and Back to Bed chains as part of a $60 million deal in 2014 in which it moved into the Chicago marketplace.

The company also operates a Mattress Firm store across the street at 15970 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

A Bedding Expert store at 14724 S. LaGrange Road in Orland Park has been converted into a Mattress Firm clearance store.

Houston-based Mattress Firm has been gobbling up smaller chains and earlier this year acquired Sleepy’s, an East Coast-based mattress company, as part of a $780 million deal.

The combined company will have more than 3,500 stores nationwide and 80 distribution centers.

Many of those stores are within block of each other as a result of the acquisitions.

Walmart opens in Richton Park

Tropical Sno announced the re-opening last week of their shave ice dessert restaurant at 9121 W. 159th St. in Orland Hills.

The 25-seat café style store is one of kind among Tropical Sno franchises in that it offers an indoor option to the company’s typical parking lot stand or trailer.

This is the third season for the business, which was started in 2013 by two college students who are now both recent graduates.

Some of Tropical Sno’s famous concoctions are Rainbow, Tiger’s Blood, Sea Breeze and Cherry Cola. Guest can also select from a list of 30-plus flavors to come up with their own special treat.

The store is open Sunday through Friday from 2-10 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 10 p.m. All major credit cards are accepted.

For more information, call (708) 945-9901 or visit www.TropicalSnoOrland.com.

Mattress store closes in Tinley A Mattress Firm store at 16005 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park closed recently.

The store used to be a Bedding Experts location

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The new store opened June 1 and replaces an existing store that had been operating at 21410 S. Cicero Ave. in Matteson.

About 150 new employees were hired to staff the new store along with about 200 employees who moved over from the Matteson store.

The new store is about 182,000 square feet and carries groceries and has a pharmacy in addition to the usual merchandise found at Walmart. It also has fueling stations.

As part of its move from Matteson to Richton Park, Walmart donated $1,500 to the Richton Park Police Department.

If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com.

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Photos by Dermot Connolly

Chicago Ridge Police Officers Dave Jenen (with torch) and Dave Mitchell (at left) lead the first group of runners to complete the trek from from 104th Before setting off with the torch he would carry from Palos Heights to and Ridgeland Avenue in Chicago Ridge to Route 83 and Harlem Avenue. There, they passed the torch to Palos Heights police officers who would lead Mokena as part of the Special Olympics Torch Run on June 8, Palos Heights the next leg to La Grange Road and Interstate 80 in Mokena.

Police Officer Tony Delaney (at left)), poses with fellow runner Joe Kirkwood.

Police carry torch for Ill. Special Olympics

By Dermot Connolly The Chicago Ridge and Palos Heights Police Departments sponsored legs of the annual Special Olympics Torch Run across Illinois Wednesday last week.

Crowds came out to support them in both communities, despite the early hour.

For the past three years, the Chicago Ridge Police Department dedicated its torch run to the memory of Illinois State Trooper James Sauter, who grew up in Chicago Ridge. He was killed on duty March 28, 2013, when a truck driver fell asleep and collided with his vehicle on Interstate 294 near

Northbrook.

Last week’s event, organized with the help of Trustees Bruce Quintos and Sally Durkin, began at 7 a.m. with an opening ceremony honoring Officer Sauter in front of the Police Department at 10425 S. Ridgeland Ave. Deb Pyznarski, wife of Chicago Ridge Police Chief Robert Pyznarski, was also involved in the planning.

After members of Boy Scout Troop 668 participated in the ceremonial lowering and replacing of the U.S. flag in front of the building, they folded the flag they took down and presented it to the fallen officer’s parents, Donald and Eileen. Village officials also

gave them a plaque and framed proclamation.

Rebecca Von Bruchhaeuser then led the crowd in singing ”The Star-Spangled Banner,” while Hannah Bartlett interpreted the national anthem in American Sign Language.

“It is really gratifying to see so many people here so early for such a great organization,” said Mayor Chuck Tokar.

Quintos, a retired police officer himself, has been involved in the Torch Run since 1993.

He said a lot of money has been raised for Special Olympics over the years in Chicago Ridge. “I think we’ve already raised about

$3,000 in donations for this event this year,” he said on Tuesday.

The assembled crowd lined Ridgeland Avenue and cheered as the runners took off with the torch and a state and county police escort, followed by a group of walkers that included Durkin and other village officials. They made their way south to 111th Street and then west to Harlem Avenue, where they ran south, over the Cal-Sag Bridge to the Tiffany Square shopping plaza at Route 83 in Palos Heights.

There they met up with Palos Heights Police Chief Larry Yott, and the runners who would carry the torch the 12 miles to Mokena,

in Will County.

“It is great to see all our officers get so involved in this. We’ve raised as much as $10,000 some years,” said Yott.

Chicago Ridge Police Officer Dave Jenen handed the torch over to Palos Heights Officer Tony Delaney, a rookie who was given the honor of carrying the torch to Mokena.

“I expect to be able to carry it all the way,” he said. “But it will be hard. I worked the overnight shift,” he said.

He got some encouragement from Joe Kirkwood of Palos Heights, who was making his fourth torch run.

“It keeps me in shape. I hope to join the Palos Heights Police Department soon,” said Kirkwood.

Jordan McBride, a Bridgeview resident who is working on getting her master’s degree in special education from Dominican University, also was running from Palos Heights to Mokena for the first time.

“I should be able to do it. I’ve run 13 miles before,” she said.

“It helps when you think that it is all for a good cause.

The ultimate destination was the campus of Illinois State University in Bloomington-Normal, where the Illinois Special Olympics were held Friday through Sunday.

Mass murders at Orlando nightclub shock officials here

By Joe Boyle

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Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady hands a young girl a ribbon for a contest at a previous Pet-Palooza.

Pet-Palooza fun fest returns to Orland Twp.

By Joe Snaidauf Orland Township

Orland Township will be hosting its fifth annual Pet-Palooza event next Saturday June 25, from noon to 3 p.m., rain or shine, at the Orland Township Office grounds located at 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park.

Make “No Bones About It” the event, which has been a community staple, includes a pet parade, special pet contests, free-food sampling, local musical bands, face painting, trackless train rides and inflatables. Your favorite princesses’ and super heroes will be on hand to all the kid’s delight as well as your favorite Chicago Hockey team mascot “Tommy Hawk”, who will lead a furry pack of pets and their owners to a musical march around the Palooza. “Sparky” the Orland Fire Protection Department dog is also in line to make an appearance. Raffle prizes, and a “NEW” Bingo Tent will also contribute to the number of attractions.

“We are certainly pleased that we are able to once again host another family, fun event like this, said Orland Township Supervisor Paul O'Grady, founder of the Pet Pantry’s “Crashy’s Corner.” “Pet vendors and exhibitors contribute to our Pet-Palooza experience with a kind array of donations, it really promises to be an enjoyable summer afternoon for the entire community.”

They say, “Every dog has his day.” Furry companions from local animal shelters who are in need of finding their “forever homes” will be present as well as representatives from various animal rescue groups. Water stations and shading areas will be available for all animals, as well as pools where pets can get their paws wet. Professional dog trainers will be on hand as well, demonstrating ideal dog behavior and healthy pet safety tips.

“Dog gone it!” Last year’s Pet-Palooza had to be postponed due to the canine flu. Orland Township cancelled what would have been the fifth annual Pet-Palooza parade, festival and fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, June 20, 2015, as a precautionary measure to prevent the possible transmission of the canine flu sweeping Chicagoland.

Man’s Best Friend grabbing some cool by the pool.

Local veterinarians and other experts advised Township officials that pet owners should avoid putting their pets in close proximity to one another to help contain the spread of the virus. This year, the 2016 Orland Township Pet-Palooza is all scheduled to go, so spread the word, and tell friends, they’ll remember it “fur-ever.”

No pet? No sweat! You can still attend Pet-Palooza and experience a day of wholesome family entertainment while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the Pet-Palooza help support the Orland Township Pet Pantry, which provides food and supplies for pet owners experiencing financial difficulty in feeding or caring for a pet. The Pet Pantry, known as “Crashy’s Corner,” gratefully accepts donations of canned dog or cat food, kitty litter, leashes, collars, shampoo, treats, toys and other miscellaneous pet items. Donations may be provided at Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more, call (708) 403-4222.

Pet Palooza Rules: • All participating pets should have up-to-date vaccinations.

• Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.

• All pets must be on leashes of six feet or less.

• Costumes for pets (and their owners!) are encouraged but not required.

• All animals must wear proper tags.

Officials from the Chicago area and throughout the state are unanimous in their disbelief and shock at the mass murders that took place in the early morning hours Sunday at a gay nightclub in Orlando.

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle was shocked at hearing about the mass shootings at the Florida nightclub.

“The horrific massacre in Orlando is another unfortunate example of how hate and intolerance have no place in a civil and caring society,” said Preckwinkle. “My condolences go out to the families and friends of all who were caught up in this senseless act of violence. Our strength as a nation is our diversity, and as such we must promote respect, education and tolerance so that we are not confronted with yet another sad chapter in what has become an all-too-common tale of bloodshed in recent years.”

Omar Mateen, 29, is a U.S. citizen who grew up in New York before moving to Florida. He is described as witnesses as the gunman who was reportedly armed with an AR-15 assault rifle and a handgun. He began shooting across the Pulse, the gay nightclub in Orlando, near closing time. He reportedly held hostages, many of whom would later kill, before being killed himself in a shootout with police about three hours later.

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Continued from Page 1 a lawn cutting service for the property and then bill the homeowner, Boehm said. The village has not had to go that route this year but has occasionally in the past.

Water hydrants/rates Also Monday, village officials voted unanimously to enter into a contract with the Minooka-based

Friends

Continued from Page 1 event at any time even if they aren’t a member,” said Outreach Manager Ilana Federmen. “But only members get invited to our free nature tours and similar events.”

Both Palos area projects are funded by a grant from the Bobolink Foundation with support from the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Federman said.

Established in 1998, Friends of

Mateen’s parents were originally from Afghanistan. Some people have taken their anger out at Muslims after the brutal attack. Mohammed Kaiseruddin, chairman of the Council of Greater Chicago, said that mosques have received threats in Naperville and Wheaton.

“It’s unfortunate that the person that carried out this massacre was a member of the Muslim community,” said Kaiseruddin during a press conference Monday. Kaiseruddin said that his organization has reached out to the LGBT community to offer their condolences.

Chicago Archdiocese Archbishop Blasé Cupich said that he was saddened by the murders at the nightclub.

“Our prayers and hearts are with the victims of the mass shooting In Orlando, their families and our gay and lesbian brothers and sisters,” said Cupich in a prepared statement. “We are grateful to the first responders and civilians who heroically put themselves in harm’s way, providing an enduring reminder of what compassion and bravery look like — even in the face of such horror and danger. In response to hatred, we are called to sow love. In response to violence, peace. And, in response to intolerance, tolerance.

“The people of the Archdiocese of Chicago stand with the victims and their loved ones, and reaffirm

our commitment, with Pope Francis, to address the causes of such tragedy, including easy access to deadly weapons. We can no longer stand by and do nothing,” concluded Cupich.

U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk (R-Ill.) also said he was appalled by the nightclub murders.

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims of this hateful terrorist act that targeted the Orlando gay community,” said Kirk.

“Gunman Omar Mateen’s motivations remind us of the immediate threat the Islamic State poses to our country and the need for swift action to protect Americans from future attacks here at home.”

Hillary Clinton, Democratic candidate for president, also issued a statement Monday about the tragedy.

“No matter how many times we endure attacks like this, the horror never fades. The murder of innocent people always breaks our hearts, tears at our sense of security, and makes us furious.” said Clinton. “As a mother, I can’t imagine what those families are going through. But we owe their memories and their families more than prayer. We must also take decisive action to strengthen our international alliances and combat acts of terror, to keep weapons of war off our streets, and to affirm the rights of LGBT Americans — and all Americans — to feel welcome and safe in our country.”

Cryder Enterprises Inc. to sandblast, prime and paint all fire hydrants in Palos Park.

The commercial painting firm will be paid $70 per hydrant, Public Works Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters said. There are approximately 1,250 fire hydrants in the village, according to Public Works Director Mike Sibrava. The contract is for the period of 2016 to 2020, and Sibrava said Monday that Cryder will paint around 200 hydrants per year.

Palos Park has contracted Cryder to paint hydrants since 2009, Sibrava said. The village bid out the project earlier this year and received one other bid from the Arlington Heights-based Giant Painters in the amount of $85 per hydrant.

The Palos Park public works department has already begun maintenance work on the 200 or so hydrants that are to be painted, Sibrava said.

the Forest Preserves has an annual budget of revenues of $1.8 million.

It was founded as an independent non-profit by a small group of concerned citizens.

The group’s top sources of funding are government grants - 49 percent; foundations and corporations – 27 percent, individuals - 14 percent and special events - 9 percent. Three fundraising events, including a golf outing already held June 3 at George Dunne National in Oak Forest, are scheduled

through Nov. 16. That’s the date of the Crystal Leaf Awards reception to be held at the Chicago Hilton as the final fundraiser of the year.

People can become a member of Friends or the Palos Restoration Project by signing up online at www.fotfp.org. Or they can call Outreach manager Ilana Federman at (312) 356-9990.

Annual memberships start at $25; all members receive newsletters and invitations to attend Friends’ events and free tours.

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EDITORIAL

OPINION

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The enemy within must not divide us

Internalized homophobia may have been a motive of the mass killer in the shootings early Sunday in a gay nightclub in Orlando.

Reports that the shooter frequented the club before his massacre of 49 people dead and more than 50 injured raise the possibility that he was a closeted homosexual — homicidally conflicted — hating gay persons and himself for his attraction to other men. It will take forensic psychologists to further that line of inquiry.

What we know for certain though is during his atrocious rampage, the Islamist-inspired terrorist pledged allegiance to ISIS. Like the San Bernardino couple, the Orlando killer was a radicalized lone wolf, inspired by ISIS’s blanket appeal to its followers to make terror attacks against civilians in their home countries.

Shock gives way to outrage and a desire to strike out in retribution by a citizenry almost numbed by mass shooting after mass shooting, no matter the motivation, committed over recent decades.

But instead of a united response to this latest attack — the worst in modern American history — as to any other, our politics is so polarized that the two broad camps of Left and Right heap abuse on each other’s explanations for such mayhem and prescriptions to combat them.

You see the deep divides on Facebook, on cable news and in conversations with friends, family or struck up with strangers.

For our nation to even begin to combat the enemy within, inspired by ISIS, the enemy without, the culture must reach consensus, rather than squabble, over the meanings of these atrocities.

First, each one is different. But let us be honest, liberal or conservative, in ascribing the causes and proposing cures. The killer in Newtown, Conn., was a homegrown nutcase. The Orlando killer a native-born Muslim susceptible to a distorted Islam’s admonition to kill Americans and allied peoples during Ramadan, especially, in retaliation for our air war against ISIS. His act was more than a hate crime; it was an atrocity of war by a self-declared soldier among the enemy within.

Nor does it help that the GOP presidential candidate should hint that President Obama is somehow supportive of such attacks because of his failure to call perpetrators “radical Islamic terrorists.” Donald Trump later tweeted his reaction to a Washington Post headline: “I am no fan of President Obama, but to show you how dishonest the phony Washington Post is, they wrote, ‘Donald Trump suggests President Obama was involved with Orlando shooting’ as their headline. Sad!” It seems to us that people believe about these shootings what their particular, partisan TV media sources tell them. The perceptions of FOX News and MSNBC are radically different, each preaching to their respective choirs. We would like to see honest reporting of such heinous crimes, let alone presidential and other political campaigns, not merely this host of pundits promoting their preferences. The present state of television cable news only adds to the great divide enfeebling our domestic politics and harming our national security resolve.

Conservatives must stop attacking calls for restrictions on the sales of military-style assault weapons as liberals wanting “to take our guns away.” And liberals would do well to cease overly nuanced analyses that seem to conservatives to shy away from recognizing and calling out evil for what it is. Both sides must be clear in their determination to combat it, rather than each other.

Election year or not, a free people deserve an honest appraisal of the deadly threats against us.

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Mass shootings have become too routine Nothing good can come from hate. Feelings of rage often results in self-destructive behavior. And for people who are mentally unbalanced, those feelings of hatred often result in acts of violence.

We all know about the shooting massacre that occurred at closing time of a gay bar in Orlando. The gunman had an assault-type rifle and handgun and began shooting across the nightclub. According to the FBI and police, Omar Mateen, 29, was the gunman. He died after a shootout at about 5 a.m. Sunday.

While the facts of Mateen’s life begin to be pieced together this week, the fact remains that many relatives and friends have lost loved ones in these shooting sprees.

Fifty people were killed in that nightclub and another 53 were reported injured.

This is another record for mass shootings in the U.S. The previous deadliest shooting in the U.S. occurred in 2007 at Virginia Tech when yet another lone gunman, a student, killed 32 people before killing himself.

Mateen grew up in New York and his parents were originally from Afghanistan.

His family later moved to Florida. His first ex-wife reported that he was short-tempered and had become violent with her.

She said that she has not seen him in about seven or eight years. Some witnesses who escaped the carnage at the Pulse night club said that they had seen Mateen previously at the bar.

The father of the reported slain gunman said he had become agitated when he saw two men kissing in Miami. That is some of the information that has been reported

JOE BOYLE since the shooting.

President Obama also has a dubious record of sorts. This is the 15th time that he has held a press conference after a mass shooting. Looking despondent and frustrated as he faced the media, Obama said that once again we are coming to grips with a mass shooting. He mentioned that this has happened at movie theaters, schools and a holiday party. He also mentioned Sandy Hook in which young children were murdered in classrooms.

We will know more about Mateen in the next few days. Authorities will piece together fragments of his life. Comparisons will be made of the actions of previous assassins. The acts of violence have become too frequent. The names of these killers have become a blur. Obama’s frustration is due to the fact that these acts of violence have become so frequent that some Americans have become numb to these shootings.

“Although it is still early in the investigation, we know enough to say that this was an act of terror and an act of hate,” said Obama during the press conference.

Many questions will be answered while others may remain a mystery. Mateen was wrapped up in hate and he reportedly acted out on those feelings of rage in the worst

possible way. The endless names of victims from recent mass shootings include husbands and wives, high school kids, college students, young children, African-Americans and now gays. Hatred has no boundaries. These individuals hate what they don’t understand and feel threatened by.

Mateen reportedly called the police during the rampage in the bar in which he professed his allegiance to the leader of ISIS. However, the FBI said there is no indication that Mateen had any actual contact with ISIS leaders.

In that regard, it is similar to the incident to San Bernardino, Calif., where a husband and wife killed employees at a holiday party. They praised ISIS but there is no evidence that there was any link to the terrorists. The couple was shot to death in their car after the incident.

We are outraged and our leaders speak out. But the fact of the matter is it will be difficult to defend citizens against lone wolves. Future discussions will focus on tighter laws and follow-up of suspicious people. Mateen was interviewed a couple of times by the FBI and was deemed not a threat. He had no previous record.

We have a lot of gun laws. Proponents of guns will remind us of that. However, some states are more lenient than others and consequently people are able to purchase weapons quite easily in certain states. Mateen reportedly had an AR-15 assault rifle. No way should Mateen have been able to purchase that weapon.

Joe Boyle is the editor of The Reporter newspaper.

Baby boomers, red meat and weight loss Many social patterns arose during the high points of the baby boomer generation.

They include a lot of things, like: “Seizing the day,” Carpe Diem, which basically means one of two things to baby boomers: not saving until you are in the final turn towards retirement, or using your success to fleece the public to pack your retirement benefits beyond justification, something many state educators and government union bosses have done.

Many of us embrace drugs including marijuana while turning to alcohol obsession as a legal alternative.

Eating like there was no tomorrow. Our generation helped build the extremely unhealthy fast food industry.

Baby boomers financed the rise of the barbecue, which wasn’t used to cook healthy foods but to eat bad foods like red meats, processed garbage like hot dogs and baloney and red meat mixed with “meat slime” and “glue,” yes glue!

Our generation fueled the rise of health clubs, places more about socializing than weight loss or health for most people. Some people more easily benefit from exercise and six-packs come naturally.

But for the majority, exercise is not the answer to manage weight problems. It definitely is helpful, though.

We love fast food even though they are high in calories (often with one burger giving us twice and three times the recommended daily calories, consisting of a majority of saturated and trans (unhealthy)

RAY HANANIA fats, and they are anemic of needed vitamins.

Let’s not get into the actual content of the “meat,” what it’s really made of and the chemicals used in producing a “tastier looking” product.

One thing about baby boomers and most Americans, we’ve become obese. Obesity has become PC; we try to avoid it head-on. Weight gain is a real threat to health and long life.

After going to college and leaving my family’s home (and my mom’s healthy homemade meals), I consumed garbage fast food all the time. “Red meat” like rib roasts and top sirloins on the barbecue gave us a fake sense of health because it off-set the deterioration of the “family.”

Then, when I hit my mid40s, my weight started to pile on as my body slowed its ability to process out the garbage and the chemical poisons the meat industry uses to make meat scrapings look appealing.

Imagine that they actually take leftover meats — the trashy segments — and “glue” them together to make it look like a choice meat cut. They have a name for it — transgultiminase, an animal blood enzyme that bonds protein together with any kind of protein including the “throwaways.”

So for the past 15 years,

I’ve done what all baby boomers have tried to do and that is to waste money on the loseweight industry. I’ve done the Adkins Diet, which did help me lose up to 50 pounds many years ago, although it was only temporary. The weight came back very quickly as my liver ached and I had to turn back to vegetables and other carbs, good and bad.

It actually made me gain more weight each time in the long run.

But a few months ago, I decided to do something that has worked now. I’ve lost 22 pounds and the pounds are slowly coming off, one pound every week or 10 days.

I stopped eating red meat.

And you want to know something? I feel better. The morning exercise at Charter Fitness on the treadmill has finally had a positive impact, after four years of serious health club membership.

My weight has dropped from an obese 240 pounds to 219 pounds. And I know that I will get down to 190 by this fall.

I eat fish (preferably cod — I remember my mom giving me teaspoons of cod liver oil every morning). Now, I eat lots of vegetables, like asparagus and broccoli. This non-red meat diet allows me to still eat some junk foods, even extra-thin crust pizza that would torpedo other diets. The worse a food is for your health, the better it tastes. We can’t avoid it completely But if baby boomers want to lose weight, stop eating red meat. Completely. It’s the ugly truth that’s hard to admit.

Ray Hanania is an award-winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist. Email him at rghanania@ gmail.com.

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POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Traffic stop leads to heroin bust: cops Orland Park police charged Tinley Park resident Michael P. Houk Jr., 23, with using an electronic communication device while driving, possession of a controlled substance, possession of a narcotics instrument and failure to signal when required after they stopped his car in the 9500 block of West 151st Street at 6:56 p.m. May 25.

Police said they saw Houk looking at his phone while driving, and that a search of the vehicle yielded four bags of heroin, six syringes and a cooker spoon, according to the police report. His car was towed and seized, and Houk was due at a bond hearing on May 26.

Worth woman allegedly on cell phone while driving Police charged Worth resident Aleksandra A. Skubera, 46, with using an electronic communication device while driving, as well as driving without a valid license, after they curbed her car in the 15100 block of South 94th Avenue at 4:26 p.m. May 29. Police said they saw her talking on a cell phone while driving. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Skubera is expected to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 12.

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Melissa Drozd will give a two-hour class this Saturday at Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens. It will include wild edible plants, such as common burdock, common plantain, field pennycress and red clover.

Woman claims she stole to help homeless: police

department store in Orland Square Mall at 4:05 p.m. May 28. According to police, Topete-Aguilar admitted stealing the garments but claimed she planned to donate them to homeless people in Chicago. She was due at a bond hearing on May 29.

Police: Accused thief can’t recall sister’s name Chicago resident William J. Blakely, 44, was charged with one count of felony retail theft and three misdemeanor counts of retail theft after he allegedly stole an assortment of merchandise from four stores in Orland Square Mall on May 29. Police were dispatched to the mall at 12:39 p.m. after Blakely allegedly stole two pair of designer sunglasses—worth a total of $525—from a retailer.

He was found by police sitting on a bench at a nearby bus stop and detained. He was positively identified by the victim, and the stolen sunglasses were found on him, according to the police report. Also in Blakely’s possession, police added, were “numerous bottles of cologne and perfume” and several leather card holders.

Blakely did not have receipts for any of the items and claimed that his sister gave him the items when he got off a bus, police said. When asked his sister’s name, Blakely said he forgot it, according to police report. The other merchandise was traced to three other stores in the mall, police said, and was returned. He was due at a bond hearing on May 30.

What’s there to eat POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS at Lake Katherine?

Martha Angelica Topete-Aguilar, 40, of Chicago was charged with felony retail theft after she allegedly stole 11 items of clothing worth a total of $741 from a

Street spat leads to disorderly conduct charge

Ever walked through the woods, and wanted to know what is edible and what’s not?

Natural Resources committee member Melissa Drozd will lead an adult education walk this Saturday around Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens in Palos Heights pointing out some of the species that one could safely eat.

Nature lover Drozd says she was first inspired to add wild plants to every day meals by her great-grandmother.

“When I was a kid my great grandmother would include dan-

delion greens in my salad for dinner,” she reveals. “It was only as I grew older that I realized they were from our backyard. Last year I took an edibles class and was inspired myself to spread the knowledge.”

During the two-hour walk around the non-profit park Melissa will be pointing out edibles in their natural habitat. She will also be sharing tips on safety protocols when eating wild food.

“There is an edible plant called Queen Anne’s lace, which has similar features to a non-edible

Krzysztof S. Penchow, 26, of Tinley Park, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 11:42 p.m. last Thursday, in the 6600 block of West College Drive. Police said he was also cited for driving without insurance, making an improper turn, and improper lane usage.

He is due in court on July 15.

Jessica L. Lewner, 27, of Burbank, was charged with DUI following a traffic stop at 3:09 a.m. Saturday, in the 12100 block of South Harlem Avenue.

Police said she was also cited for improper lane usage. She is due in court on June 30.

Terri R. Watson, 39, of Palos Park, was charged with DUI following a traffic stop at 3:15 a.m. Saturday, in the 8000 block of West 123rd Street. She is due in court on June 30.

By Justice David Sterba (Ret.) Fifty-three years ago Judge Anthony Montelione was sworn in as a member of the Illinois Bar. That day marked the beginning of an illustrious career that spanned more than four decades.

Upon his graduation from law school he joined the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office. There, he served as a felony prosecutor, and rose through the ranks of the criminal division to become head of the Financial Crimes Unit.

At age 35, he was selected to be an associate judge, and later elected circuit judge.

In 1972, the Circuit Court – including the Fifth Municipal District – was in its infancy when a newly minted judge named Tony Montelione, with a robe folded over his arm, and a nameplate in his hand, first reported for duty in the Fifth Municipal District.

It did not take long for the young judge to distinguish himself as a standout jurist and natural leader.

Accordingly, he was asked by the Chief Judge to take the lead in the Circuit Court’s new DUI initiative.

Judge Montelione accepted the challenge and eventually emerged as a nationally recognized leader in the effort to reduce the number of injuries and deaths resulting from impaired driving.

Ten years ago, after 35 years of judicial service, Judge Montelione retired his robe. At his retirement party, his successor, the late Presiding Judge Tom Carmody, stepped up to the lectern and made a very astute observation about Judge Montelione’s years of service on the national stage.

Tom said, “Today we celebrate the career of a man who, through his leadership in the area of DUI reform, has literally saved count-

less lives that would otherwise have been lost.” Tom was right on! It is an undeniable fact that people are alive today that would not be, but for the leadership and dedication of Judge Montelione.

So it was no surprise to anyone when, in 1982, he was appointed presiding judge of the Fifth Municipal District – a position he would hold for the next 24 years.

Judge Montelione was only the second presiding judge in the history of the Fifth District.

He inherited a relatively primitive District with scattered court calls being heard in village halls, auditoriums, and even in the basement of a nursing home.

With a steady hand and strong determination, Judge Montelione literally built the Fifth District.

It was his vision – his leadership – and his dedication to service – that brought us the modern justice center that we have today.

His commitment and contribution to the creation of a centralized courthouse in Bridgeview, led not only to increased efficiency, but it also added dignity to the delivery of justice in the Fifth District, and literally changed the culture of the District.

For this achievement alone, we all owe a great debt of gratitude to Judge Montelione.

Twenty years ago I appeared before a bar association’s judicial evaluation committee and was asked, “If elected, which judge you most want to emulate, and why?”

Without hesitation I said, Judge Anthony Montelione. The why part was easy. I said, because he’s knowledgeable, wise, thoughtful and dignified. And because he is a remarkably patient man who is always respectful of others.

I knew this first hand because in the early 1980s I was the court-

Oak Lawn resident Matthew J. Ferrin, 29 was charged with retail theft after he allegedly stole two sets of earphones—each worth $79—from an electronics store in Orland Square Mall at 1:38 p.m. May 27. He was set to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday.

Charged with expired registration

poisonous plant called Poison Hemlock,” Drozd warns. “I will show the difference between the two in my class.”

The Wild Edibles class will take place between 10 a.m. and noon. It costs $5 per person and registration is required at the Lake Katherine nature center.

“I think people will be surprised by how many edible plants there are around,” adds Drozd. “It’s interesting to see people’s reactions Charged with driving when they spot a plant that’s acwhile license suspended tually growing in their backyard Georgia S. Serrano, 19, of Brookfield. Was charged as well as at Lake Katherine.”

Judge Montelione presented Southwest Bar Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award

Man allegedly swiped earphones

with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 1:30 a.m. June 30, in the 12200 block of South Harlem Avenue. She is due in court on June 30.

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Orland Park resident Ronaldo L. Distor, 54, was charged with disorderly conduct and criminal damage to vehicle after he allegedly dented the hood of a woman’s vehicle at 7:43 p.m.

May 23. The victim told police that she was leaving a store and pulling into traffic on La Grange Road near 159th Street when she unintentionally cut off Distor’s vehicle. She said that construction barricades blocked her view of Distor’s vehicle.

Distor then allegedly sped up, passed the victim’s SUV and cut her off. When both vehicles stopped on the roadway, Distor allegedly got out and started hollering obscenities at the victim and her passenger. They alleged that he then retrieved a small, white object—possibly a golf ball—and hurled it, denting the victim’s hood, according to the police report. Police arrived on the scene, noted the damage to the victim’s vehicle but failed to find a golf ball or any object that may have dented the hood. Distor denied throwing anything. He was scheduled to appear at a hearing at the Orland Park Civic Center on Tuesday.

James Sevening, 26, of Westmont, was charged with driving with expired registration following a traffic stop at 4 p.m. June 11, in the 7300 block of Route 83. Police found he was also wanted on two outstanding warrants. He was held on bond.

Charged with cannabis possession Nicholas Loquerico, 18, of Alsip, was charged with possession of cannabis following a traffic stop at 1:10 a.m. June 3.

Police said he was also cited for possession of drug paraphernalia and driving with expired registration.

They said two bongs used to smoke marijuana were found in the car. He is due in court on June 30.

Cook County vehicle stickers available at Palos Township The 2016 Cook County vehicle stickers for residents of unincorporated Palos Township are available for purchase at the Township office, 10802 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills. All residents in unincorporated Cook County must purchase a vehicle sticker for every vehicle in their household.

Stickers must be purchased and displayed by July 1.Accepted as payment are personal checks, money orders or cashier’s check.

Cash payment, credit cards and debit cards will not be accepted.

Stickers can also be purchased online at countygov.com/revenue.

Seniors that have purchased a vehicle sticker, and have not pur-

chased a new or used car do not need to purchase a new vehicle sticker. The current vehicle sticker is good as long as you own the car.

Stickers must be purchased by July 1, 2016. If residents purchase their stickers after July 1, 2016, they must pay a penalty which is double the sticker fee in most cases.

Clerk Jane Nolan is opening the Township office on Saturday, June 25, from 10 a.m. to noon.

This is the last Saturday before the July 1 deadline.

The office will also be open on Thursday, June 30, until 7 p.m. for final sticker sales before July 1.

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Judge Anthony Montelione was honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Southwest Bar Association at its 2016 Judges Night on May 5 at Ridge Country Club, in Chicago. Justice David Sterba (Ret.) gave the accompanying remarks introducing his mentor for the award presentation.

room deputy sheriff assigned to work with him on a daily basis.

In addition to pouring his morning coffee and delivering it to him on the bench, I was privileged to witness every day how Judge Montelione delivered justice, and how he treated others.

He was always a gentleman. He never raised his voice or embarrassed or mistreated anyone. This was true in the courtroom in which he presided, and it was equally true about the way he treated the judges under his supervision.

No matter who it involved – Judge Montelione was always the

consummate professional.

He was truly a judge’s judge.

Judge Montelione was also a role model and mentor to many, myself included. He taught by example.

David P. Sterba is among Judge Montelione’s successors as former presiding judge of the 5th District of the Cook County Circuit Court, and a retired justice of the Illinois Appellate Court. He is now a partner at Walsh, Fewkes & Sterba, in Palos Heights and an adjunct Professor of Law at The John Marshall Law School.

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Give your children the gift of (financial) knowledge It’s almost Father’s Day. If you’re a dad with young children, you can expect some nice homemade cards and maybe even a baseball cap. But, of course, your greatest reward is spending time with your kids and watching them grow. In return, you can give them a gift — the gift of knowledge.

Specifically, in the months and years ahead, teach them the financial skills that can help make their lives easier and more rewarding.

For starters, encourage your children to become savers. You can do this in a couple of different ways. First, set a good example. You might explain to your kids that you want to buy a certain item, but you are waiting for it to go on sale. Or, if it’s a particularly big-ticket item, like an ultra high-definition television, tell your children that you simply can’t afford it now, but that you are putting away some money each week until you can. You might even make a chart showing your progress.

Another way to help your children become better savers is to provide them with a monetary incentive.

To illustrate: For every dollar they put into a “piggy bank” or an actual savings account, tell them you’ll put in, say, 50 cents. They are likely to be pleased and excited by how much faster their money grows with your contribution, and they may well become more motivated to save. Furthermore, you’ll be giving them a valuable lesson for later on in life, when they work for a business that offers to match their contributions to a 401(k) or other retirement plan.

Unfortunately, many young people, upon taking on their first “career” jobs, either under-contribute to their retirement plans or ignore them completely — thereby making it more likely that, later on in their working lives, they will have to come up with much bigger sums each year to accumulate enough resources for a comfortable retirement.

Learning to save is certainly important — but children should also learn about investing. To help get your children interested in becoming inves-

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tors, point out that they can actually own shares of companies with which they are already familiar — the companies that make the games they play, the movies they watch and the food they eat. In fact, you could even simulate the investment process by letting them choose a stock and then follow it. To make the results more tangible, use “play” money to represent an initial investment, and add or subtract to the pile to track the ups and downs of the real stock. You might even explain some of the reasons for the stock’s movements; for example, if you and your child are following the stock of an entertainment company, and that company produces a blockbuster movie that leads to sequels, spinoffs and merchandise tie-ins, you can point out how these developments have pushed up the company’s stock price.

You might also explain that while these short-term price movements are interesting — and maybe even fun — to follow, investing is actually a long-term endeavor, and the best investors often hold stocks for many years before selling them.

By following these suggestions, you can help your children acquire good financial habits – and seeing them put these skills to good use can provide you with many happy Father’s Days in the future.

Jim Van Howe is a financial advisor with Edward Jones 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.

Orland app gives new way to pay at Metra parking lot The Village of Orland Park has launched a new mobile parking payment system at its three Metra commuter parking lots. Commuters can now pay for parking using Passport, the Village’s new mobile payment provider.

Like the village’s previous mobile payment app, commuters can pay for parking using their phones.

With Passport, commuters will enjoy a simpler sign up process with more app features and a pre-paid wallet.

The app’s pre-paid wallet, designed with regular Metra commuters in mind, will make the payment process even quicker. Passport users will be asked to load an initial amount of $25 and can replenish their wallets in $5 increments as balances become low.

During the launch, users can also take advantage of a universal validation code. Users can enter the validation code 60462 into the app to receive one free daily rate of parking.

Passport’s mobile app will be available at Orland Park’s 143rd Street, 153rd Street and 179th Street stations. During the month of June, both Passport and the village’s prior mobile payment provider will be available for use. However, on July 1, Orland Park will switch exclusively to the Passport app.

The PassportParking app is free to download from the iPhone App Store and Android Google Play. Users can also manage their parking online at ppprk.com.

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The village of Orland Park has launched a new mobile parking payment system at its three Metra commuter parking lots. Commuters can now pay for parking using Passport, the Village’s new mobile payment provider.

AREA PROPERTY TRANSFERS Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office. The Regional News does not attempt to correct errors made by that office.

Orland Park J B Lor-Rin Inc to Pupkiewicz Charles, 15121 Quail Hollow Dr, Unit #502, $101,000; Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Mcnamara J Michael, 17060 104th Ave, $167,000; Makilan Jorge to Atieh Ayman, 13920 Binford Dr, $354,000; S&J Kolar LLC to Mctighe Michael T, 15049 Hale Dr, $197,000; Lynch Wesley to Golab Robert P, 8846 W 140th St, Unit #1D, $105,000; Tanfara Boris to West Sarah A, 9341 147th St, $257,000; Bonfitto Joseph J to Moriarity Patrick, 14425 Lake Ridge Rd, $230,000; Snow Roger A to Wall Terrence M, 14460 Lake Ridge Rd, $329,000; Schmidt Eric to Meyers Brian R, 11503 135th St, $435,000; Judicial Sales Corp to Cirrus Inv Grp LLC, 9894 145th St, $202,000; Judicial Sales Corp to Cirrus Inv Grp LLC, 10947 W 140th St, $380,500; Coleman Patrick to Czuta Christopher S, 15651 115th Ct,

$462,500; Allen Justin H to Sarhage Daniel, 15701 Glenlake Dr, $585,000.

Palos Heights Hofstra Janet C Tr to Maka Gregory J, 12433 S 68th Ct,

$240,000; Kjer Valerie R Tr to Mcclory William M Jr, 6101 W 129th St, $243,000; Ryan Diane M to Meyer Gerard J, 7762 Arquilla Dr, Unit #77622B, $175,000.

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Members of the Palos Area Chamber of Commerce joined College Drive Dental Associates for an open house and ribbon cutting Wednesday last week at the dental office, 7550 W. College Drive. Chamber officers are shown with dental staff, including Dr. Joseph Uhrich, who is cutting the ribbon, Dr. Jordan Kaplan to his left and Dr. Roshan Parikh is to his right.

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Color showers joy on all walks of life CAROLINE FOREMAN What is it about bright colors that makes people from all walks of life feel cheerful and invigorated? Since biblical times, the rainbow has been a positive symbol celebrating life. This chromatic spectrum exploded across Chicago’s Grant Park last weekend for the fifth annual Color Run. Founded in March 2011 to promote health and wellness, The Color Run was soon dubbed the “Happiest 5K on the Planet.” Far exceeding all growth expectations, this event supports international humanitarian funding efforts and is now hosted in more than 200 cities and 40 countries each year.

A friend enthusiastically invited me to join him in the festivity.

I had not heard of the event, so after the initial inquiry and the subsequent Google search, I discovered the mystique that is The Color Run. Unfortunately, I did not find this mystique much appealing.

To put the scenario simply, people purchase tickets and gather together in huge hoards early in the morning on a weekend – that is bad enough already. Then all these people run a 5k, and during said 5k, volunteers throw powdery paint at them. Participants must be aware of the potentially damaging effect of this paint on clothes, shoes, bags, eyes, cell phones, emotional stamina, et al. Needless to say, this did not sound like my cup of tea.

O how I tried to make excuses! “I don’t really run, I got bad knees,” I attempted. “People run or walk! It doesn’t matter!” he replied. “Yeah, but I don’t want to ruin my clothes,” I offered. “The paint comes off pretty easily, so nothing will be stained. And they give you a T-shirt to wear anyway!” he countered. I was trapped. I reluctantly accepted the invitation with a “heh heh, then YOLO, as it were…”

Upon arriving at Grant Park on the morning of June 5, there was a sea of folks milling around and preparing for the big run/walk color shower. They were all star-

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The Color Run livened the streets of Chicago with eruptions of color.

tlingly zealous in their garb and accoutrements. There were bright hula skirts and tutus on women and men of all ages. The scene contained goofy rainbow wigs aplenty; costumes with wings, frills, and ruffles; floral headpieces, often woven between fanciful braids on the girls, and all manner of accessory with pops of loud colors.

When our wave of participants took off from the starting line, we eased into a nimble walk while scoping out the environment around us. We traveled up and down the streets of Chicago and soon neared the first “color zone” [dunn-dunn-duuuuuun]. We were soon basking in all the excitement of the color blue. I felt my soul lighten with a primal enjoyment tantamount to being within a Rothko painting. I achieved the color enlightenment I had believed was

reserved for the loonies having fun.

My friend and I looked at each other and then all around us. Everyone was smiling and laughing, dancing and singing, and still running and walking. I found this utterly bizarre and yet thoroughly rewarding.

What can we learn from this color run phenomenon? Perhaps it is the lesson that the most basic situation, one in which friends enjoy each other’s company in the bright sunshine, will liven the spirits. Also, no doubt, we can walk – or run – away with the fact that human beings are innately enlivened and joyful in the celebration of the bold and bright colors of the rainbow.

Caroline Foreman is a fashion model, writer and critic. She lives in Palos Park.

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COMMUNITY NOTES Concert in the Park The village of Palos Park and Palos Fine Arts sponsor the annual free outdoor concert today (Thursday) on the Village Green, 8901 W. 123rd St. Grounds open at 5 p.m.; Palos Fine Arts’ scholarships awards program at 6:45 will precede the concert, 7 to 9 p.m. The Rhythm Rockets will perform vintage rhythm and blues music. The venue offers local food vendors, beer, wine and spirits in a picniclike atmosphere.

Coffee and Conversation with state lawmakers Continuing her efforts to remain accessible to the 35th District, state Rep. Fran Hurley, D-Chicago, is inviting members of the community to join her and state Sen. Bill Cunningham for a cup of coffee and an informal discussion on state issues and current events this Saturday, from 9 to 10 a.m., at the Starbucks at 14209 S. La

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Grange Road in Orland Park.

‘Coffee and Conversation’ events are free and open to the public. Hurley and Cunningham will team up again to host a series of 13 coffee shop stops, a Coffee Shop Half Marathon, on July 16. For more, contact Hurley’s constituent service office at 773445-8128.

Palos Park library grand reopening fun The Palos Park Library will host a grand reopening Saturday, June 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

This event will also celebrate the start of the Summer Reading program, and a farewell to Sheila Sosnicki, Library Director. A full day of entertainment begins at 11 a.m. with a musical interactive program for children of all ages, Scribble Monsters. To cap-off the all-day event, the four piece Celtic folk group, Dyed in the Wool, will play live music at 2 p.m. Refreshments will be served.

The library is 12330 Forest Glen

Moraine Valley Community College announces the 2016 summer lineup for its popular Movie in the Moonlight series.

The college will show three new release movies on a 16-foot inflatable screen at the Gateway, between Buildings F and M, on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy.,

Palos Hills. Admission is free.

The first movie is “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” on Saturday, June 18, at 8:30 p.m. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite “Star Wars” character.

“Zootopia” will be shown on Saturday, July 9, at 8:30 p.m. The series continues in September with “Finding Dory” on Saturday, Sept.

10, at 7:30 p.m.

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Event photo from the 2015 Scott’s Garage Car Show.

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Blvd. For more, call (708) 4481530 or visit the library online at palosparklibrary.org.

Strawberry Festival at Palos United Methodist Palos United Methodist Church will hold its 26th annual Strawberry Fest on Sunday, June 26, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the church, 121st and Harlem Avenue.

Grilled hamburger or hot dog, cole slaw, chips, beverage, strawberry shortcake or sundae lunch and dessert cost for adults is $9, children (under 12) $4; dessert only $5, choice of strawberry shortcake or sundae.

Tickets will be sold at the door.

Proceeds aid church missions.

Also includes bake sale, crafts and Bee Faithful Quilters sale of handmade items.

Unlimited activity wristband $5 includes: Pony Rides/Petting Zoo/Bounce House/Face PaintingPhoto by Patt Bailey Crafts for Kids - Additional charge $2 to $6 per activity includes: Mary Ann Sullivan and Robin Sanchez of Chicago stopped by The Center’s community table at the farmer’s market last Wednesday to learn more about their many summer classes. Heather Young, Arts Director, introduced the Candy Art/Rock Art/Spin Art. girls to Lois Shive and her daughter, Samella, who were demonstrating basket weaving and Lois Lauer who was having visitors create clay flowers.

SCHOOL NOTES ‘Star Wars’ at Moraine Valley

Thursday, June 16, 2016

Heights Farmers Market welcomes new vendor Olivaceto; raptor care

blankets or chairs to sit on as well as food or snacks. A small concession stand will sell candy and drinks. Popcorn is always free.

Alcohol is not allowed on Moraine Valley’s campus. In the event of inclement weather, the movies will The Palos Heights Farmers be shown in the Moraine Rooms in Market is proud to announce Building M. Movies are subject to the addition of Olivaceto to our change. For more, call 974-5375. lineup of top quality food vendors. Olivaceto provides 45 flavors of Artesian Olive Oils and Balsamic Vinegars. All products are non-GMO, NAP organic, kosher and gluten free. The olive oils are certified Ultra-Premium, meaning they exceed world standards for olive oil quality. More information about Olivaceto can be found at www.olivaceto.com .

Stop by, sample and pick up your favorite flavors.

Local resident and weekly Farmers Market patron Carol Alesia will also join the market on June 22. Carol has been promoting natural rodent control methods and the dangers of rodenticides to birds of prey since the death of beloved Great Horned Owls in her backyard. The owls’ deaths were attributed to secondary poisoning after eating poisoned rodents.

Come hear about the “Pesticator” and other natural alternatives Supplied photo such as snap traps, peppermint oil, and clothes dryer sheets at the Community Tent.

Rita Schultz, creator of Day Dreamer Jewelry, will be the guest of the Community Tent.

Stop by the tent to see all the the nice surroundings of the for- latest creations, including beauest preserves and live DJ music. tiful earrings, bracelets, and Everyone likes to talk about their necklaces, all inspired by nature. cars and motorcycles!” Families More information can be found will also enjoy the Arts & Crafts at www.daydreamerjewelry.net or on Facebook.

Show and Kids’ Zone!

Face Painting is available from Elim’s mission is to equip children and adults with disabilities to 9-1. Come to the City Tent and achieve to their highest God-giv- have our artists draw a beautiful en potential. Elim pursues this design of your choice.

Summer fruits and vegetables mission by providing educational, are coming into the market every vocational, and therapeutic serweek. Locally grown fresh strawvices to over 1,000 persons with berries and other berries, tomatoes, developmental disabilities. lettuces, kale, spinach, radishes, For more information on the kohlrabi, beets, early summer Schepel Buick/Cadillac/GMC Car squashes, carrots and more can Show, inquire online at http:// be purchased very week. A large www.schepel.com or call John selection of food items are also Mucha at (219) 769-6381. To at the market on a weekly basis. find out more about the Scott’s Ga- They include breads, and multirage Car Show, Art Show, and Kid ple types of bakery items, pies Zone, email them at elimshow@ and noodles, cheeses, eggs, butscottsgarage.net,or call (708) 396- ter, jams and jellies, local honey 2082. For information on both and maple syrup, beef, pork and chicken, salsas, pasta and BBQ shows, call 293-6509. sauces and Italian peppers, three different varieties of ready to eat tamales, pizza and pizza products, ready to bake pizza, pesto, and organic and vegan frozen vegetathe History of Chicago’s Union ble patties, soups, desserts, loose Stock Yard - Thursday, June 23, leaf teas. Our vendors also have 6:30 p.m. Author and Columbia beautiful perennial and annual College history professor Dominic plants, herbs and flowers. Finally, Pacyga will speak about his latest get ready for summer barbeques book Slaughterhouse- Chicago’s and parties are Pampered Chef.

Union Stock Yard and the World It They have everything you will Made. Pacyga’s book takes readers need.

LINK cards are accepted at the through the packinghouses as only an insider can and shows how Palos Heights Farmers Market.

New in 2016, the Palos market the yards shaped the surroundis offering “Palos Bucks Double ing neighborhoods and controlled Value” on all LINK transactions, the livelihoods of thousands of while sponsorship dollars are families. available. The market is proud to • The following clubs meet announce that it is the recipient of weekly at the Palos Heights Public a LINK UP Illinois USDA Grant, Library: Needle Club – Tuesdays for the support of the promotion of from 10 a.m. to noon. Scrabble the Palos Heights Farmers Market Club – Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m. LINK program. Recipients must Mah Jongg – Tuesdays from 1-4 stop at the City Tent to start the p.m. process. While at the City Tent, Contact the Library to register pick up or have endorsed your for these programs at 708-448- “Frequent Shopper Card”. Ten 1473 or visit the Library’s web- card endorsements will enter you site at www.palosheightslibrary. into a year-end market raffle held org. The Palos Heights Public on Oct. 12 at noon. Bring a canned Library is at 12501 S. 71st Ave. food donation (fruit, vegetable or

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Elim benefit car shows next Saturday has been in business for over 45 years. This organization has devotedly supported and invested in Two great car shows are tak- its community. Tom VanProoying place on Saturday, June 25, en, General Manager of Schepel 2016! Schepel Buick/GMC/Ca- views the event as, “an opportunity dillac (3209 W. Lincoln Highway to gain support in Indiana for Elim, in Merrillville, IN) is hosting allowing clients of Elim to come their 20th Annual Charity Cus- out and spend time looking at the tom Car, Truck, and Motorcycle cars, trucks, and motorcycles and Show (from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.) to interacting with the other people benefit Elim, and Scott’s Garage at the show. This is all about is hosting their 6th annual Elim raising money for a great cause Benefit Car Show (from 10 a.m. and having a venue to interact to 3 p.m.) at Elim’s East Cam- with each other.”

Scott’s Garage has been in pus in Palos Heights (13020 S Central Ave, Palos Heights, IL). business for over 10 years. This The Scott’s Garage Car Show will organization has devotedly supalso include its 3rd Annual Art ported and invested in its com& Craft Show and Kid Zone – munity. When asked about the fun for the whole family! Both upcoming event, Scott’s Garage shows promise lots of great cars, co-owner Paul Iannarone said, trucks, motorcycles, and food – “The day is about having fun and with proceeds benefitting children helping those with special needs! and adults with disabilities served So, bring your families out to socialize, tell your kids about the

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LIBRARY NOTES Orland Park library upcoming programs • ACT or SAT Practice Test – this Saturday, 10 a.m. Teens, grades 9 -12 sign up to take a free practice ACT or SAT test.

• Ralph’s World - June 20, 11 a.m. Children of all ages with an adult are invited to participate in this kids concert after signing up for the Summer Reading Challenge.

• Toot Toot Movie Drive-In - June 23, 10 a.m. Build a car out of boxes, then sit in the car and watch a movie. It’s a fun project for the whole family.

• Summer Reading Challenge - June 5 to Aug. 13. Kids, teens, and adults can register for the Summer Reading Challenge to read or listen to 5 to 15 books.

Those that complete the challenge win a water bottle and can read on to be entered for a chance to win gift certificates, coupons, or gift cards to local restaurants and

entertainment venues.

For more information visit orlandparklibrary.org or call 4285100.

Palos Heights library upcoming programs • Intro to the Internet -Monday, June 20, 6:30 p.m. Learn the basics about the Internet - what it is, how to access it, and some basics on how to use it. Learn how to search and get tips on Internet security settings and privacy. Seating is limited, registration is required at 448-1473.

• Find A Way starring Jenny Riddle - Tuesday, June 21, 6:30 p.m.

Find a Way is a unique, passionate story of Diana Nyad’s heroic 111 mile swim from Cuba to Florida at the age of 64 and the extraordinary life experiences that have served to carve her unwavering spirit. Join Jenny Riddle for this inspiring dramatization.

• Author Dominic Pacyga and

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Lois Duran and her daughter-in-law, Jill, introduced the children at last week’s farmer’s market to The Center’s traveling chicken coop where they had a real hands-on experience.

protein only), or donate fresh fruit or vegetables from the market, and double credit will be given to your Frequent Shopper Card.

This year, the market is partnering with The Palos United Methodist Church Food Pantry at 12101 S. Harlem Ave. All canned donations will be brought to that location.

All fresh produce donations will be donated to Operation Blessing in Alsip.

The market is partnering with Dr. John Principe MD of WellbeingMD Center for Life for the 2016 “Recipes of the Week”. This week’s recipe is Dr. John’s signature “Tomato Keftedes”. Stop by the City Tent to pick up this week’s recipe along with previous summer recipes. In addition, all previous recipes can be found at www.WellbeingMD.com, or at www.palosheights.org.

While at the City Tent, repre-

sentatives from the Palos Heights Beautification Committee will be on hand with split the pot raffle tickets for this year’s “Car Classic Event”. Tickets are only $2 each.

The drawing will be held on July 21, and a minimum grand prize is $10,000.

The market would like to thank this year’s Palos Heights Farmers Market Sponsors. They include Dr. John Principe, MD of Wellbeing MD Center for Life, The Private Bank, BMO Harris Bank, CNB Bank and Trust, United Trust Bank, City of Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz, Running for Kicks, Bon A Pit, Golden Shoes and Type Concepts Inc. Additional information about the Palos Heights Farmers Market can be found at www.palosheights. org, by calling 708-361-1800, Facebook or email farmersmarket@palosheights.org

RUMMAGE SALE Friday, June 24 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Saturday, June 25 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Children’s, Women’s and Men’s Clothing • Shoes Toys Jewelry • Giftware • Cookbooks • Books • Videos CD’s • DVD’s • Household Items • Tools • Rugs Small Appliances Electronics • Furniture Sports & Exercise Equipment • No TV’s please

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Palos Heights inspires writer’s children’s series

Palos Heights children’s book author Jean Gnap was invited to celebrate First Merchants Bank’s Community Appreciation Day last Saturday with readings from her book, “The Puppy Who Wanted to be a Boy.” Children gathered while Jean explained the story and its connection to PAWWS and wounded warriors. Jean has finished other books in her series based on Palos Heights institutions. She intends to publish“Will Old Rusty Ever Get to Supplied photo Go to the Car Show?”, based on the Classic Car Event, and “Little Turtle Gets Lost!” set at Lake Katherine. A member of the nature center’s board of directors, Gnap is chairing Lake Katherine’s 25th anniversary Picnic at the Lake celebration scheduled for Aug. 13.

Camp staff prepares at The Center

The Center camp staff 2016 is currently in training, and Camp at The Center starts the first of four sessions June 19. Staff members are Hassan Abdelghani of Homer Glen (front from left), Lauren Tuchek of Burr Ridge, Camilla Czapla of Mount Prospect, Assistant Camp Director Paul Purdy. Second row: Eddie Hood of Oak Lawn, Patrick Boyd of Wheeling, Tatyahana Cherry of Dalton, Maria Wilsman of Mayfield, OH, Noah Colon of Homewood, Alyssa Trinko of Palos Heights. Third row: Jesse Schaar of Oak Lawn, Camp Director Amy DiDominicis, Connor Johnson of Orland Park, Billy Touhy of Palos Heights. (Not pictured, Diane Brabec of New Lenox.) The staff is currently in training, and Camp at The Center starts the first of four sessions June 19.

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Longest Day at labyrinth

Summer Solstice at The Center’s labyrinth Monday, June 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

All are welcome to celebrate the long day’s sunshine. Attendees are asked to bring a poem or a short reflection about nature, earth or the cosmos, which will be shared by reading them aloud. Bug spray, a lawn chair, and a small snack to share are also advised. Lemonade and water will be available. The evening is not weather dependent, but the format will change if it is raining. Free will donations gladly accepted. Registration is required by calling 361-3650. The Labyrinth at The Center, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park.

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Teen pottery classes

Center Art Director Heather Young helps students sculpt with clay at a Center art event. Teen Pottery (grades 7-12) will be held on six Tuesday evenings, beginning June 21, 6-7:30 p.m. Artistic teens can pursue their creative yearnings in the pottery studio. Instruction will be given in both hand-building techniques and throwing pots on wheels. The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park. Class Fee: $85 includes all supplies.

Orland Park’s July 6 White Sox game specials open to everyone The village of Orland Park’s Grand Slam Event with the Chicago White Sox has become an annual favorite for baseball fans from throughout the region.

The Wednesday, July 6, 7:10 p.m. home game against the New York Yankees is this year’s event for Orland Park.

Attendees need not live in Orland Park to order the discounted tickets.

Specially priced White Sox tickets are available with lower box reserved seats available for $35. Outfield reserved are $22 and upper box are $20. A pregame patio party, regularly $42 per person, is available for $32 per person. The Orland Park event also offers hot dog value meals, parking permits and commemorative t-shirts.

Ticket order forms for the 7:10 p.m. game are available at all village buildings and on the village’s website at http://www. orland-park.il.us/documentcenter/ view/26585. Tickets may also be ordered online at www.whitesox. com/orlandpark or by calling Ticketmaster at 866-769-4263 and using the code “OPN.” Service fees will apply for ordering online and through Ticketmaster.

“The White Sox have put together a nice package for the game,” Mayor Dan McLaughlin said. “Along with specially priced tickets, if they use the paper order form, families can order parking passes and hot dog value meals, making it a reasonably priced outing,” he said. “And, people can order the newly designed ‘Orland Park White Sox Fan’ T-shirt.”

Tickets will be mailed to the provided address and all game times and promotions are subject to change. The last day to order tickets is June 24, 2016.

“This is a great outing for everyone, whether they’re from Orland Park or not,” McLaughlin said. “It’s a great night of baseball.”

Heights Garden Walk next Saturday

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This is one of six local gardens that will be viewed on the Palos Heights Woman’s Club Garden Walk. It will be held on Saturday, June 25, starting at the Palos Heights Recreation Center, 6601 West 127th St. A complete hot breakfast, catered by Royalberry Waffle House and Restaurant, will be served from 9:30 to 11 a.m. From 11:30 to 2:30 p.m., the gardens will be open for viewing. Tickets are $30 and can be purchased at Mona Lisa Boutique, 12330 S. Harlem, or Royalberry Waffle House, 127th and Ridgeland.

This is a fundraising event for the club’s current project, an LED sign for the front of the newly remodeled and — Village of Orland Park enlarged Recreation Center. The Walk is sponsored in part by First Merchant Bank in Palos Heights.

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DEATH NOTICES Margaret J. Cullinan

Margaret Jane “Maggie” Cullinan, age 51, of Orland Park, died on June 6. Loving mother of Veronica Cullinan. Devoted daughter of Harry and the late Mary Sue (nee Cameron) Cullinan (2014).

Dear sister of Marianne LoRusso and Nancy Cullinan.

Dearest niece of Jane (Mike) Clark. Cherished aunt of Vincent and Taylor LoRusso. Beloved companion to many pets. Dear friend of many including Nancy Swank.

Ms. Cullinan was born in Blue Island. She was a certified nursing assistant.Visitation was held June 10, with a Funeral Service at Colonial Chapel, in Orland Park. Interment private. Memorials to P.A.W.S., 8301 W. 191st St., Tinley Park, IL 60487 appreciated.

Mary Lee Georgiou

Mary Lee Georgiou, nee Waldrom, age 74, of Palos Park, died on June 13. Beloved wife of the

late Savas Georgiou. Loving mother of Thomas (Tamara), Stephen (Stephanie) and Phillip (Erin) Georgiou. Cherished grandmother of Niko, Lily, Cora, Sage, Joshua and Kyle. Dear sister of Donald (Donna) Waldrom. Sister in law of Effie (the late Nick) Maniatis.

Mrs. Georgiou was born in Chicago. She was a homemaker. Services Private. Arrangements entrusted to Schmaedeke Funeral Home.

Emily Zboncak

Emily Zboncak nee Dujka, age 87, late of Orland Park, died June 11, at Holy Family Villa in Palos Park. A funeral service was held on June 17 at Thornridge Funeral Home in Orland Park. Interment was held at Bethania Cemetery in Justice.

Mrs. Zboncak is survived by her children Charlene M. (Larry) Drozdz and Thomas (Denise) Zboncak; 1 grandchild; and 1 great-grandchild. Ahe was preceded in death by her husband John Zboncak.

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Palos Heights Public Library remembers Mary Johnson The Palos Heights Public Library has unveiled the copper wind sculpture and the wall art that was purchased with the donations given in memory of Mary Johnson who passed away a year ago on June 16.

Mary worked for 20 years in the Public Services department and was an integral part of the library and the library’s role in the community. Library Director Jesse Blazek said: “We hope that this art will be a fitting and long-lasting tribute to our beloved Mary.”

The sculpture may be found on the west side of the library building near the front entrance and the wall art is located on the wall to the Reading Room.

The public is welcome to view the memorial pieces. The library is at 12501 S 71st Ave.

Christ Lutheran Church in Orland Park has been given an original painting of St. Michael Archangel by awarded artist Edward Riojas.

This specially commissioned and donated depiction of St. Michael incorporates his role as patron of Military Personnel and Law Enforcement with the rever-

ent memorial inclusion of a fallen officer being held by the angel and small depictions of the military battlefield cross and law enforcement shield with black ribbon.

On Sunday, June 26, after the10 a.m. service, a special blessing and unveiling of the St. Michael Archangel Memorial Painting will be conducted in the Fireside Room of Christ Lutheran, 14700 S. 94th Ave., beginning at 11:30 a.m. The

intention is to seek God’s blessing upon our military and law enforcement officers as this representation of their work is blessed and unveiled. The service will include the posting of the Colors by the American Legion Post 111 Color Guard, prayerful unveiling, a letter from Mayor Dan McLaughlin, and presentations by Cmdr. Gene Montalbano and Police Chief Tim McCarthy.

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Family service at The Center

Facilitator Kitty Riggenbach reads to the group at a spring family service at The Center. The next Family Service at The Center will be held this Sunday,at 10 a.m. Participants will gather outdoors behind the Lodge on the west side of Southwest Highway for this family friendly service. Hospitality will be shared, because Jesus always ate with his friends. The Center, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park. For more information, call 361-3650.

Take precautions to prevent West Nile virus this summer

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Remembering John Canning A few years ago the Navajo Hills Homeowners Association was mulling over ideas to beautify their area. As a result, two benches were installed in a scenic area in the center of the subdivision along the Navajo Creek, in the hope that the many walkers and bikers would pause there to rest and reflect on the beautiful surroundings. One special resident, who walked his dog along this way, often used the bench midway through their trek.

After his recent death, his family looked for ways to honor him. They wondered if they could place a plaque on the bench where he and Jacy often stopped. The plaque was recently installed by the loving family of John Canning.

— Barbara Pasquinelli

Cook County Department of Public Health (CCDPH) officials would like to remind residents to be cautious and protect against West Nile virus (WNV) during the summer months. Prevention is the most effective way to protect yourself and your family from becoming infected with WNV. “We find West Nile virus in our communities every year,” said Dr. Terry Mason, CCDPH COO. “For some who become infected, it can be very debilitating, so we are encouraging residents to Fight the Bite and take basic precautions to prevent mosquitoes from breeding or biting.”

WNV is an infection carried by the Culex mosquito, which breeds in small pools of stagnant water. They rest during the day in areas of vegetation but they are most active and likely to bite between the hours of dusk and dawn. The most effective way to prevent WNV is to follow the 3 R’s – Remove, Repel and Repair.

• Remove standing water around your home.

• Get rid of standing water in pet bowls, flower pots, old tires, bird baths, baby pools and toys where mosquitoes can breed.

• Make sure rain gutters drain properly.

• Repel mosquitoes when outdoors by applying insect repellent with DEET and follow label directions.

• Repair or replace screens on doors and windows.

Most human cases occur in the late summer and early fall. Four out of five people infected with WNV will not show any symptoms. But illness can occur 3-15 days after an infected mosquito bite and cause symptoms of fever, headache and body aches. People over the age of 50 and those with chronic diseases such as heart disease or cancer may be more at-risk for serious complications from encephalitis or meningitis.

For that reason, people who experience high fever, confusion, muscle weakness, severe headaches, or a stiff neck should see

a doctor immediately.

CCDPH conducts surveillance between May and October each year to identify mosquitoes, birds and humans positive for West Nile virus. To report a dead bird, please visit our website at www.fighthebitecookcounty.com.

CCDPH officials will continue

to report West Nile virus activity throughout the season. For the most current information, visit www.fightthebitecookcounty.com and follow us on social media at Facebook/ccdph and Twitter/ cookcohealth.

— Cook County Department of Public Health

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PHOTO MEMORIES FROM THE REGIONAL ARCHIVE

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CROSSWORD PUZZLE Across 1 Cavern effect 5 Cornfield call 8 “Frozen” studio 14 Amorphous mass 15 “Say again?”

16 Mercedes-Benz sedan line 17 Disapproving cries from bleacher “birds” 18 Prefix with meter 19 “I do” setting 20 *Ornamental flower with clustered blooms 23 Wall St. index 24 Steeped brew 25 Badlands bovine 29 “Green Eggs and Ham” guy 31 Marshmallow-filled snack 33 “I do”

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36 *Blab about one’s romantic life

70 1930s N.L. home run king Mel

28 Nice __: prude

39 Brainchild

71 __ avis

32 At the minimum setting

Moonlight or not, Lake Katherine’s spring dance will be held under the night sky Friday evening, all for the benefit of the Environmental Learning Center (the building on the left). Tickets are $30 each. The evening will feature the 41 “Dancing With the Stars” move music of the Al Carver Band. Carver is a Palos Heights resident. Bass player and singer Lee Morgan will also perform.

33 “Goodness me!”

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34 Twin Cities suburb

1 Flows back

35 Like a run-down motel

2 Kids’ party performer

37 Go after, as a mosquito

3 Twaddle

38 Elton John’s title

48 Tail movement

4 Think constantly about something

40 Linked while walking, as friends

50 “Speak up!”

5 Food on the trail

44 Circle of friends

51 Had a meal

6 Review of books?

45 H2O, to a toddler

7 Unbroken

49 Burrowing rodent

8 Tenth: Pref.

52 Sculpted figure

9 Crane who fled the Headless Horseman

53 Put into law

10 Hit very hard

56 Knack

11 Snooze

58 Rolls of money

12 Peoria-to-Cincinnati dir.

59 Agitated state

13 French designer’s initials

60 Funny Dame

66 Online form entry

21 Shipbuilding wood

61 Big __, California

67 __-fi

22 Hedy of Hollywood

62 Hearth remains

68 Ireland, in poetry

26 Use up cash

63 “Yo!”

69 Sonnet features

27 Persian Gulf ship

42 Law school newbie 43 *Luxury car until the 1930s 46 Like deadpan humor 47 Bringing up the rear

54 Comment from Fido 57 *Former PBS science show with a fruit in its title logo 61 African desert 64 Beat it 65 Body support for the end of 57-Across, in a Swiss folk tale suggested by the ends of the answers to starred clues

55 “The Marriage of Figaro,” e.g.

Answers on Page 5

The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers.

Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order.

Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

File photo from June 15, 2006

10 Years Ago This Week

30 Teeny parasites

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Patriot day: Members of the South Suburban Chicago Detachment of the Marine Corps League participate in the fourth annual Salute to Old Glory held last Thursday on the Palos Park Village Green.

PICK OF THE LITTER

Beef stew; tears and immunotherapy Dear Dr. Fleming, When my mom makes our favorite beef stew, my brother says that our dogs don’t smell the stew like we do. He says that the dogs can smell the meat, the potatoes, the carrots and all the other stuff.

Do you think this is true?

Sally, Palos Heights Dear Sally, I’ve always heard that dogs can smell several thousand times better than us so I can easily believe what your brother says. Look it up and let me know what you find. I remember when I was working dogs in the military we would take plastic explosives and hide them in buildings and have the dogs find them. I could hold a sausage-sized shape of Tovex under my nose and could smell nothing. We’d hide that stuff in a building and the dogs would find it quicker than you could believe.

Dear Dr. Fleming, My 2-year-old Cocker spaniel, Maggie, has too much tearing down her face to be normal I think.

She has done this since she was a puppy. My groomer gave me some Angel Eyes powder to put into her food, and that helps the staining but her face is still wet.

What can I do?

Mark, Crestwood Dear Mark, The Angel Eyes you are using has the antibiotic tylosin as the

JOHN FLEMING DVM • Prairie StateVet.com active ingredient. It binds the iron in the tears and lessens the dark iron-staining of the hair. It works for the staining but you have to decide if giving an antibiotic-laced powder everyday is what you really want to do for your dog.

The tylosin won’t help the excessive wetness of the face, however. Get a good light and put your dog’s face close to yours.

Gently pull down on the lower eyelid and look at the lid margin in the area closer to the nose.

Looking carefully you can see a small dimple or opening. This is the lower eyelid puncta (draining hole) and is where the majority of the tears flow off the eye and down into the nasal area. There is an upper puncta also but the majority of tears flow down the lower one. Every time your dog blinks tears are pumped down that hole. Many dogs are born with small openings (micro-puncta) and a lot of the moment-by-moment tears have nowhere to go except over the edge of the lid down onto the face.

Cocker spaniels in particular are known for having a tissue covering over their puncta that is supposed to disappear after birth but can

Photo by Joe Boyle

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Meet our grandchildren Ashlyn and Caleb on Luke, a Belgian workhorse we met last weekend at the horse pull in Jacksonport, Wis.

remain for a lifetime completely blocking the puncta (imperforate puncta). Creating a new opening, or enlarging an existing opening, is a relatively simple procedure but must be done under general anesthesia. In most cases, after punctal dilation there is 75-90% percent improvement.

Cancer immunotherapy I’ve been reading about immunotherapy for cancer for a couple of years now and have just seen it in operation in our clinic. Dr. Tassone is working with a client whose dog has lymphoma. Bingo was treated first with standard chemotherapy and normally could

expect another six to 12 months of life. The group Dr. Tassone is working with in California says they have had lymphoma dogs live five years after traditional chemotherapy plus post-chemo immunotherapy. It’s exciting to see how the body’s own immune system can be directed against cancer cells. I wish I were younger and could be around long enough to see this put into routine everyday use. I’m sure Dr. Tassone would not mind talking to anyone who would like more information.

Thou shalt not steal.

— The Eighth of the Ten Commandments

No one was able to answer this week’s Whatizit photo quiz correctly, which was the workout equipment that can be found along the walking path at Yukich Field, 8900 S. Kedzie Ave., Evergreen Park.

Residents use the path to walk, jog and rollerblade along the path that also includes nearby baseball and softball fields. Residents who take a walk along this path can take get some additional exercise with these devices.

This week’s Whatizit photo quiz is also a location that should be familiar to some of our readers. The clue for this week’s Whatizit photo is: Once in a century.

Send your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net.

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PROVIDENCE BASEBALL TEAM WINS 3RD STRAIGHT STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

‘Goofy, goofier and goofiest’ JEFF VORVA Making the Extra Point

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he last time Providence Catholic’s baseball team lost a postseason game was May 30, 2013 — a 2-1 setback to Lockport in Providence’s own sectional.

The last time a team won two Illinois High School Association state baseball championships prior to Providence accomplishing that last year was when Photo by Jeff Vorva Maine Township won in 1958 and 1959. It may get cold but it never gets old – The last time a team won three state Providence coach Mark Smith reacts after baseball titles in this state prior to the he had ice water dumped on him Saturday night in Joliet.

Celtics doing it on Saturday was…

Never.

The tournament started in 1940, and “They were goofy, goofier and goofthis unpredictable sport became even iest,” the coach said. “That kind of exmore unpredictable over the decades plains our looseness. We have some of with the unfair but wildly entertain- the biggest goofballs ever but they love ing single-elimination tournament playing the game. We have kids who to determine champions will smile after striking in Illinois. Maine and out on a bad pitch. That’s Providence were the only LOCAL HEROES the persona these teams schools to win back-totook. They never got A look at local players on back titles. Providence the rosters of Providence mad at each other. They (33-9) took it one step Catholic’s historic three knew that things would further with a 10-3 victo- state championship teams: be all right and we’ll get ry over Mundelein in the ORLAND PARK ’em the next time.’’

Class 4A title game on a Ben Salvador, 2014 The roster featured muggy Saturday night at Matt Diehl, 2014-15 area talent over the years.

Silver Cross Field in Joliet Mark Payton, 2014 This year’s squad feafor three in a row. tured six players from Justin Davis, 2014 The kicker is that if you Kevin Fitzgerald, 2015-16 Orland Park — Kevin watched the Celtics at Matt Gruszkowski, 2015-16 Fitzgerald, Tom Kelley, certain points of the regu- Tom Kelley, 2015-16 Matt Gruszkowski, Kyle lar season in 2014, 2015 Kyle Struck, 2015-16 Struck, Matt Trzesniewsand this year, it would Matt Trzesniewski, 2015-16 ki and Matt Swanson. have been easy to dis- Brent Villasenor, 2015 The Celtics didn’t miss them. They couldn’t Matt Swanson, 2016 look too strong after even come up with a top trailing 3-1 to the Mustwo finish in the Chicago OAK LAWN tangs heading into the Catholic League Blue Richard Yusa, 2014 bottom of the fifth of the conference. But come the seven-inning game. postseason, they turned But some of the Oron the switch three times and made land Park stars had a hand in the comehistory. back.

In 2014, coach Mark Smith stood Fitzgerald led off the bottom of the near home plate and called his troops fifth with a walk, and that led to a five“goofy” minutes after winning the first run rally that gave Providence the lead. title.

He scored another run in a four-run Minutes after the third triumph, he sixth. was standing close to third base and Kelley had five innings to forget as talked about the progress of his three he struck out with a runner on third to teams. end the second inning, struck out with

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Orland Park’s Tom Kelley (left) and Kevin Fitzgerald try to take a bite out of their first-place medals Saturday night after the Celtics became the first team in the 77-year history of the IHSA Baseball Tournament to win three state championships.

PROVIDENCE CATHOLIC PLAYS A WINNING GAME OF 21 A look at Providence’s Catholic’s state-best 21-game postseason winning streak, which has resulted in three state championships: 2014 May 28: Lockport Regional, beat Lockport, 4-2 May 31: Lockport Regional, beat Brother Rice, 5-4 June 5: Andrew Sectional, beat Sandburg, 5-3 June 7: Andrew Sectional, beat Lincoln-Way North, 9-3 June 9: University of Illinois Supersectional, beat Edwardsville, 6-5 June 13: State semifinals, beat Prairie Ridge, 8-7 June 14: State championship, beat St. Rita, 4-1 2015 May 27: Providence Regional, beat T.F. South, 12-0 May 29: Providence Regional, beat Sandburg, 11-0 June 4: Marist Sectional, beat Marist 3-2 (9 innings)

runners at first and second in the fourth and grounded out to first to make the first out of the fifth-inning rally.

But baseball is a funny game and he

June 6: Marist Sectional, beat Marian 4-3 June 8: Normal Supersectional, beat O’Fallon, 4-3 June 12: State semifinals, beat Oak Park, 1-0 June 13: State championship, beat Mt. Carmel, 6-5 2016 May 25: Lockport Regional, beat T.F. South, 7-0 May 28: Lockport Regional, beat Lockport, 4-0 June 2: Providence Sectional, beat LW East, 6-2 June 4: Providence Sectional, beat LW North, 4-1 June 6: University of Illinois Supersectional, beat Plainfield S., 4-3 June 10: State semifinals, beat Plainfield North, 7-4 June 11: State championship, beat Mundelein, 10-3

had the last laugh with a sixth-inning two-run triple, and in the seventh, he caught a fly in deep right field and dropped a lot of jaws when he gunned

down a runner trying to advance to third.

“All of the coaches just looked at each other and just said, ‘WOW’ ’’, See VORVA, Page 3

Torpy could be knocking on Olympics’ door

Mixed reviews on Dietz

Former Sandburg star runs best 800 in Illinois history

Sports Editor

SI pans Orioles’ picks, including Sandburg grad, but Bleacher Report raves about him

By Jeff Vorva

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

No matter how hot people were on Saturday, few people were hotter than Orland Park’s Sean Torpy.

Torpy, who weeks ago graduated from Sandburg High School, was scalding, running an 800-meter run of 1 minute, 47.95 seconds Saturday at the U.S. Army Midwest Distance Classic at Benedictine University in Lisle.

Not only was it the fastest time in the nation by a high school-aged runner, it was the fastest 800 in Illinois and seventhfastest high school run ever. The previous Illinois mark was Peoria Central’s Dave Ayoub’s 880-yard run of 1:48.9 in 1977.

To further show how impressive his time was, 2012 Olympian Matthew Centrowitz ran a 1:47.69 at an event in Oregon on Sunday. If Torpy can continue to shave seconds off his time in the coming years, he could become an Olympic contender in 2020.

In 2012, 52 runners ran the 800 preliminaries in the Olympics in London

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Sean Torpy, shown winning the 1600 at the IHSA State Meet on May 28 in Charleston, ran the nation’s best time in the 800 for a high school-aged runner on Saturday.

and Torpy’s time Saturday would have beaten six competitors.

But first things first. He is savoring Saturday’s mark.

“I was confident and knew my pace,” he told Runnerspace.com after the race.

“I was feeling really good in the final 100 meters. I started to feel the pace with 30

meters to go. When I crossed the line, I was ecstatic. I crushed my personal record, which was good.’’

His twin brother, Chris, took second place, with a 1:49.80, which is the ninthfastest time in the nation.

The two will have more summer events before heading to Miami (Ohio).

Maybe the infamous Sports Illustrated jinx can work in reverse.

When the magazine puts an athlete or team on the cover one week and things go south for that player or team, people bring up the jinx.

Perhaps in this case, a reverse jinx is in order. Former Sandburg High School pitching star Matthias Dietz was selected in the Major League Baseball draft in the second round

by Baltimore last Thursday night, and less than 24 hours later, SI writer Christopher Crawford called the O’s one of the biggest losers on the first day of the draft for taking three pitchers that he deemed not worthy of such high picks.

Crawford said the 20-year-old Dietz “has only shown upper-echelon stuff in short spurts, so it’s likely that his long-term future is the bullpen.’’

Shortly after that, the Bleacher Report’s Andrew Gould gave the O’s a B-plus grade and said Dietz “could become one of the draft’s finest finds at pick No. 69.’’

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Matthias Dietz, shown throwing in his final high school game in 2014, was drafted in the second round by Baltimore last Thursday.

No matter what the pundits say, the door is open for two former District 230 athletes to be playing on the same major league roster.

Dietz was taken with the 69th pick in the second round with the 69th pick. Former Stagg southpaw hurler T.J. McFarland has been ping-ponging from the Orioles’ See DIETZ, Page 2

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FOCUS ON THE CHICAGO FIRE

Lion hopes to roar with his new team

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

The Fire’s recent signee, Michael de Leeuw, was scheduled to meet the media on Tuesday but on Saturday, he met with the fans.

De Leeuw, whose surname means lion in Dutch, visited Heineken Pub 97 at the PrivateBank Fire Pitch during the team’s fifth Fire, Brews + Bites event, hopes to energize an offense that score a Major League

Soccer-low 10 goals in its first 12 matches.

“I only wanted to say, I’m glad that I’m in Chicago, and I can’t wait to score goals,” he said, “And play for the Fire and play for you.”

He is expected to make his debut for the Fire in July.

De Leeuw, 29, played 27 games with Eredivisie side FC Groningen in the Dutch League and scored nine goals.

In 241 professional matches, he has 105 career goals.

CHICAGO FIRE AT COLORADO RAPIDS WHEN: 8 p.m., Saturday WHERE: Dick’s Sports Goods Park, Commerce City, Colorado FIRE RECORD: 2-5-5 COLORADO SPRINGS RECORD: 8-2-4 LAST TIME: Colorado’s Dillon Serna scored in the first minute in a 1-0 victory over the Fire on Aug. 22 in Bridgeview.

FOCUS ON HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS

RED STARS ANALYSIS AND NOTES

Top two teams draw the line

By Alison Moran

Oh, baby, Lomnicki honored The Red Stars devoted their halftime festivities to honoring the accomplishments of former defender Michelle Lomnicki, who

Nick Fotopoulos was named Sandburg High School’s new girls basketball coach.

Fotopoulos, a Sandburg history teacher and coach, has been with District 230 for five years and has coached boys basketball during his tenure at Sandburg.

He also coaches baseball and girls track and field.

“Nick has the Fotopoulos commitment, work ethic and passion to continue to strengthen the girls program here at Sandburg” said outgoing Sandburg Athletic Director Mark Krusz. “He is committed to working with the community to generate even more enthusiasm for girls basketball in the area.’’

Fotopoulos graduated from Lincoln-Way East High School and earned his undergraduate degree from Illinois State University. He earned his Master’s degree from the University of St. Francis.

“These opportunities are rare and I look forward to working with our returning players, middle schools and the community

The 2016 Moraine Valley Community College summer basketball camp for boys and girls entering third through eighth grades will be held Monday, July 11, through Thursday, July 14, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Bill Finn, Moraine Valley athletics director and former men’s basketball coach, is heading this camp.

The school’s volleyball camp for boys and girls entering fifth through ninth grades will

Photos by Melissa Tamez

Chicago’s Christen Press, left, and Portland’s Meghan Klingenberg jockey for position on a header attempt Sunday in the two teams’ 1-1 draw.

BOSTON BREAKERS AT CHICAGO RED STARS WHEN: 7 p.m., Saturday WHERE: Toyota Park, Bridgeview RED STARS RECORD: 4-1-3 BOSTON RECORD: 1-6-1 LAST TIME: The Red Stars beat the Breakers 1-0 on May 7 on the road when Christen Press scored the lone goal of the game in the 60th minute.

retired after the 2015 season. The Colorado native was the longest-tenured player in Red Stars history, playing five seasons, scoring three goals and adding two assists in 48 appearances.

She also played with Germany’s SC Freiburg. She was feted by the Red Stars with a video of each team player thanking

also take place Monday, July 11, through Thursday, July 14, from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Moraine Valley women’s volleyball head coach Matt Clemens is leading this camp.

The tennis camp is for girls and boys entering fifth through 12th grades from Monday, July 18, through Thursday, July 21. The session for youths entering fifth through eighth grades is 9 to 10:30 a.m. and for youths entering ninth through 12th grades is 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Nicole Selvaggio, former Moraine Valley women’s tennis coach, is instructing this camp.

The cost for each camp is $80. The tennis camp will be held on the outdoor courts while the basketball and volleyball camps will be held in the Health, Fitness & Recreation Center gymnasium, both on campus, 9000 W. College Pkwy., Palos Hills. Participants must register through Moraine Valley’s Athletics Department. For more information, call the Athletics Department at 708-9745727 or visit www.morainevalley.edu/athletics/overview/summer-camps/.

FOCUS ON THE WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS

Bolts hope to steal one from Bandits

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Will this be the year?

The Windy City ThunderBolts will try to snap a two-game losing streak to the Chicago Bandits in the Battle of the Sexes III fastpitch softball exhibition.

The Bolts are stinging from 8-0 and 2-1 losses in 2014 and 2015 respectively and will try for their first win against the women on at 7:05 p.m. Monday at Standard Bank Stadium in Crestwood.

Aside from the softball action, youth softball teams that purchase group fundraiser

to generate enthusiasm for girls basketball and make Sandburg basketball the best that it can be,” he said. “Sandburg has a tradition of excellence with its athletic programs and I am proud to be able to work with these excellent student athletes and coaches. We will work extremely hard to carry on this long tradition of success and continue to build a great future.”

He takes over for Chris Hellrung, who resigned.

Evans scholars

The final list of Chick Evans Scholarship winners were announced and several caddies from the area made the cut.

The list features Thomas Alvarez of Brother Rice, Barbara Arrington of Chicago Christian, Anthony Arunno, of Sandburg, Krysta Buche of Queen of Peace, Erin Cronin of Sandburg, Patrick Keffer of Marist, Brian Kettering of Marist, Matthew Kettering of Marist, Drew Kirby of Sandburg, Thomas Lange of Brother Rice, Leo Abigail of Chicago Christian, Brendan Mullen of Marist, Brendan O’Grady of Evergreen Park, Jaclyn Prucha of Mother McAuley, Jessica Prucha of Mother McAuley and Michael Staron of Stagg.

FOCUS ON AREA COLLEGES

her for her leadership, and was presented with a Red Stars onesie for the baby boy she and husband Brad are expecting.

“Today, I say thank you to the game that has given me so much,” said Lomnicki, who thanked Red Stars management, her family, her teammates, and the fans for supporting her.

Red Stars bits Naher was voted the Player of the Month by the NWSL Media Association. She currently ranks third with 22 saves on the season. Her four shutouts are tied for most in the league…Press leads the NWSL this season with five goals. She scored her 20th overall goal on Sunday…The Red Stars are tied for first place with the Western New York Flash with 15 points each while Portland and the Washington Spirit each have 14 points.

Local bike rider will host two fundraisers

Moraine offer sports camps

Fotopoulos named girls hoops coach Sports Editor

FOCUS ON COMMUNITY NEWS

Palos Heights’ Michael Boyle will take part in the Coast2Coast4Cancer bike ride in September and will host two fundraisers in the summer.

The ride starts at the Pacific Ocean in Oregon and completes at the Atlantic Ocean in New Jersey.

The first fundraiser is at 5 p.m. July 14 at Mama Vesuvio’s East in Palos Heights. The second event is being hosted at 5 p.m. Aug. 12

by The Roberts Roadhouse in Hickory Hills.

Foto finish at Sandburg

By Jeff Vorva

Correspondent

The backstory was compelling.

So was the match.

The Chicago Red Stars came into Saturday’s game atop the National Women’s Soccer League and riding a six-game unbeaten streak.

The Big Three United States Women’s National Team members from the Red Stars — forward Christen Press, defender Julie Johnston and goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher — were back after missing a Chicago match because they were playing a couple of friendlies with Japan. They were pitted against the NWSL’s only unbeaten team — the Portland Thorns.

In the end, both teams got a point in a 1-1 draw.

Both teams “came out flat,” according to Thorns coach Mark Parsons but then found unusual and entertaining ways to score goals.

Controlling and attacking through most of the first half, Portland (3-0-5) struck first. In the 24th minute, the Thorns’ team captain, veteran forward Christine Sinclair, gave herself a 33rd birthday present on a back-pass from Red Stars defender Samantha Johnson. The pass bounced off Sinclair, past Naeher, and into the net.

It was the Red Stars’ (4-1-3) turn in the second half.

“You give a team like Chicago a second chance, and they punish you,” said Sinclair.

They did.

The Red Stars scored the equalizer in the 61st minute, when midfielder Alyssa Mautz, substituting for forward Jen Hoy, used her brains and her chest to down a pass to Press, who hit to the underside of the crossbar, where it bounced down and in past the fully extended fingertips and body of goalkeeper Adrianna Franch.

“The ball had a lot of spin on it,” Press said. “You don’t get lucky like that often, so you just take it and appreciate it.’’

Yellow cards were issued to Red Stars Sofia Huerta, Arin Gilliland, and Mautz for defensive handling. Portland’s Nadia Nadim was also issued a yellow card for defensive handling.

The Red Stars’ next game is the Olympic sendoff for the trio. The Boston Breakers will be in town on at 7 p.m. Saturday, which is also Day 2 of Porky’s Ribfest at Toyota Park. No special accommodations have been announced for the game, according to Red Stars’ officials.

Photo courtesy of the Chicago Fire

Michael De Leeuw makes an appearance at a Fire event Saturday and tells the crowd he wants to score goals.

tickets will be allowed on the field during the Bandits’ 5 p.m. pregame batting practice.

Gates will open at 5 p.m. For more information, call 708-489-2255.

Thunderbolts swept The Bolts came into this week’s action with a 17-10 mark after being swept by Schaumburg, including Sunday’s 6-3 loss at Standard Bank Stadium. Schaumburg scored five runs in the fifth inning and Windy City suffered its first sweep of the season. Tim Zier and Ransom LaLonde each had three hits for Windy City.

Despite being swept, the Thunderbolts opened the week still in first place in the

TCC’s summer camps The Trinity Christian College Athletics Department is offering a variety of summer sports camps for athletes of various ages.

The camps will be conducted by the college’s head coaches and student-athletes and will offer individual skill development and team play in baseball, basketball, soccer, softball, track and field, and volleyball.

Sports offered are baseball (July 11-15, grades K-4), boys basketball (June 20-24 and July 18-22, grades 3-9), girls basketball (June 20-23, grades 4-9), boys and girls soccer (June 27-July 1, grades K-8), girls softball (June 20-24, grades 1-8), boys and girls track and field (July 5-8, grades 3-9) and boys and girls volleyball (July 18-24, grades K-9).

For specific camp descriptions and registration information, visit www.trnty.edu/ summercamps or call 708-239-4779.

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COMING UP FOR THE THUNDERBOLTS THURSDAY: at Lake Erie FRIDAY-SUNDAY: at Washington MONDAY: Battle of the Sexes III vs. Bandits, 7:05 p.m.

WEDNESDAY: hosts Joliet Slammers, 6:05 p.m.

THURSDAY: host Joliet Slammers, 7:05 p.m.

NUTS ‘N’ BOLTS: The game Wednesday is a Palos Baseball Association Fundraiser night and there will be fireworks. Wrestler Billy Gunn is scheduled to appear Thursday.

Frontier League’s East Division, 2 ½ games in front of Washington and Joliet. Evansville of the West Division owned the Frontier League’s best record at 19-9.

NCCAA names three TCC baseball players All-Americans Three Trinity Christian College players were named NCCAA All-Americans by the College Sports Information Directors of America.

Junior catcher Zack Jones (Norridge) received NCCAA first-team All-American status and was named to the NCCAA Nationals All-Tournament Team. Combining his athletic accomplishments and his 3.7 GPA, the business communication major was named to the CoSIDA Academic All-America Second Team. Jones had a .382 batting average and led the team with 81 hits and 57 RBI. He had 10 saves as a relief pitcher.

Junior starting pitcher Tanner Reklaitis (Sheboygan, Wisconsin) was named NCCAA second-team All-American and joined Jones on the CoSIDA Academic All-America second team. He led the Trolls with a 10-2 record and a 2.15 ERA for the season. He made 14 starts, pitched 92 innings, and tallied 92 strikeouts. Reklaitis, a business communication major, posts a 3.94 GPA. Junior center fielder Blake Kerzich (Plainfield), was named to the third-team. He had a.365

batting average and led the team with 50 runs as well as with 22 stolen bases. Kerzich also posted a .972 fielding percentage.

Dietz

enough money that he will not go to TCU, but that decision has not been made,” said Logan baseball coach Jerry Halstead told the Southern Illiniosan.

“He went from a guy that went from (being projected in the) top 5-6 rounds, then as we were nearing the finish line he might be a first-rounder. We really thought he had an outside shot to be a first round pick by the Braves because they had three first round picks.”

Dietz who stayed in school after he was drafted by San Francisco in the 29th round last year, was a part of a trio of talented pitchers that graduated from Sandburg in 2014 with Bryan Pall and Sean Leland.

Pall, a relief ace for the University of Michigan, made 25 appearances for the Wolverines this spring and racked up four saves and three victories with 33 strikeouts in 32 innings.

Last year, Pall was named a Louisville Slugger Freshman All-American .

Leland was also a freshman All-American at Louisville in 2015 and this year pitched in eight games in relief with a 3.24 ERA for the Cardinals, who played in the NCAA Super Regional over the weekend.

Continued from Page 1 parent team to the minors in the past four seasons and has more than 110 major league appearances in that timeframe.

“I had an idea that it could be the Orioles,” Dietz said. “And I’m fine with it. I will admit it was a little nerve-wracking at times, the wait and all. I’m glad that part of it is over.”

“I just feel very blessed. The way things stand right now, I will probably sign with the Orioles and then go to Sarasota, Florida for a physical and then get assigned either to a Rookie League or low Class A league. My work’s not over. It’s just getting started.”

Dietz was the first junior college player selected in the draft as he posted a 12-1 mark with a 1.22 ERA for John A. Logan College in Carterville this spring.

The 6-foot-6 right-handed pitcher, who has thrown as fast as 98 mph this season, already had a scholarship from Texas Christian University in his back pocket before the draft and the 69th slot in this draft means he should receive a more than a $900,000 signing bonus.

“I would think it will be

MORAINE VALLEY Men and women’s soccer: The Cyclone men’s soccer team, the 2015 Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference champion, is holding tryouts at 6 to 8 p.m. tonight, Thursday, on the main soccer field west of Building H on campus.

All full-time Moraine Valley students are eligible to attend.

They must be prepared to play and have a doctor’s physical completed. In case of rain, a makeup tryout date will be at 6 p.m. July 21. For more information, contact Coach TJ Donahue at tj.donahue@morainevalley. edu or 708- 974-5727 The women’s Cyclones soccer team is holding tryouts at 10 a.m. Aug. 6 Saturday, August 6, 10 a.m. to noon, on the main soccer field.

For more information, contact Coach Al Palar at albert. palar@morainevalley.edu or 708- 974-5237.

Compiled by Jeff Vorva from submitted reports

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SOME COOL IMAGES FROM A HOT SATURDAY Photos by Jeff orva

Above: Orland Park’s Matt Trzesniewski submarines a pitch in the final inning of the Celtics’ 10-3 win over Mundelein to win the state championship in Class 4A on Saturday night. Left: As if Providence’s baseball team needed any more inspiration to win a historic third straight state championship, the players were also inspired by the recent death of classmate Charlie Dunne and had a shirt displayed in the dugout during Saturday’s title game.

On a humid Saturday night, this man sitting with the Providence baseball fans at Silver Cross Field was a reminder that there are only six more shopping months until Christmas.

On a hot and humid day that felt like 100 degrees at Lake Sedgewick in Orland Park, the hundreds of people who came to watch the U.S. Log Rolling Open obeyed this sign.

The Silver Cross Field scoreboard said it all as Providence Catholic won another state championship.

Garrick Birdsong (right) of Onalaska, Wisconsin, is about to force Brian Stearns into Lake Sedgewick during Saturday’s log rolling competition.

Ellie Davenport (left) drops Maggie Penning into the water in the women’s semifinals. Davenport later lost to Shana Verstegen in the finals.

Darren Hudson (left) of Barrington Nova Scotia, pumps his fist after beating Spencer Wilkinson in the men’s semifinals on Saturday. Hudson went on to win the event.

There were cameras on the water and high in the sky for the U.S. Log Rolling competition in Orland Park. Highlights of the event will be shown on Comcast SportsNet at 2 p.m. on Saturday and 4 p.m. on June 26.

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Continued from Page 1 Smith said of the play. “What a throw and what a great way to end your career. Just unbelievable… I don’t know how else to describe that throw.’’

“I was pretty deep and I just wanted to make a good throw to third,” Kelley said. “I didn’t expect to be throwing the kid out with that ball but I just made my best throw. Personally, I had a couple of failures early in the game. But in the sport of baseball, you can’t really give up. Winners never quit.’’

Trzesniewski and his submarine pitch got the final out of the game.

Think about this: This is a team that in 2014 finished

10-6 overall in the Chicago Catholic League Blue and was fifth behind St. Laurence, St. Rita, Mount Carmel and Brother Rice. The Celtics lost regularseason games to St. Rita by a combined score of 32-6. Yet when it came to the playoffs, they fought their way to the title game and stunned St. Rita, 4-1.

In 2015, Providence finished in fourth place with a 10-6 mark in the conference and finished behind Mt. Carmel, St. Rita and Brother Rice. The Celtics lost regular-season games to Mt. Carmel, 3-1 and 2-1. Yet when it came to the playoffs, they fought their way to the title game and stunned Mt. Carmel, 6-5.

This year, the Celts tied for third in the league with a 15-6 mark and fought their play to the title game again, but this time they ran into a Munde-

lein squad that in the middle of May dropped a 5-0 and 13-4 doubleheader to Warren before bringing a nine-game win streak to the title game.

“You play the best teams in the CCL Blue and that’s all good preparation for when you start playing teams out here,” Fitzgerald said. “The CCL Blue is the greatest opportunity to be ready to the state tournament.’’

Neither Fitzgerald nor Kelley walked into the New Lenox school as freshmen thinking something like this was possible.

“Coming in they had players like Sam Travis and they had some of the greatest players back then,” Fitzgerald said. “But as time went on, you start to see that our teams were really dynamic and could actually pull out games. After we won our second championship,

we said ‘why not just go for it all?’ ’’

Coming up…

Goodbye, Joliet?

The next three weeks, we are scheduled to honor top athletes. Next Thursday we will name the boys track, girls track, boys tennis and boys volleyball players of the year. It’s the first time the Reporter/Regional named top players in those four sports.

In the June 30 edition, we honor the baseball, softball and girls soccer players of the year.

We also are gathering all of the spring sports all-conference teams and we will name those players, along with state qualifiers from tennis and track, to honor the next two weeks.

And for the first time in the Reporter/Regional history, we will name an overall 2015-16 Athlete of the Year, in our July 7 issue.

Needless to say, the Celtics will be looking for a four-peat and Silver Cross Field has been more than friendly to them — and the crowd of 3,981 fans for the title game was friendly to the IHSA. The IHSA announced Monday that the Class 3A and 4A title games will stay in Joliet for the next five years.

There was some speculation that Geneva’s Fifth Third Bank Ballpark, which houses the Kane County Cougars, could snag the finals.

Selfishly, I am glad it stayed close to home, especially with so many south suburban and south side of Chicago schools enjoying success in recent years.

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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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 15-2385. 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.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 15-2385 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 15 CH 12121 TJSC#: 36-5966 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.

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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. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BMO HARRIS BANK N.A. F/K/A HARRIS N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MICHAEL S. BULTHUIS, STONY CREEK CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 000924 2 COBBLESTONE COURT UNIT #2B 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 June 1, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 12, 2016, at 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 2 COBBLESTONE COURT UNIT #2B, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-400-071-1062.

The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse.

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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 14-15-17379.

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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-17379 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 000924 TJSC#: 36-7103 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.MARGARET M. GERZON, FRED J. GERZON, JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. F/K/A BANK ONE, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 3097 13455 FEATHER COURT 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 June 1, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 15, 2016, at 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 13455 FEATHER COURT, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 23-35-312-027-0000.

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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) 4765500. Please refer to file number PA1500329. 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR SOUNDVIEW HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-OPT1, ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-OPT1 Plaintiff, -v.ROGER D. LIS, LYNN M. LIS, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 15 CH 018004 9980 S. WOOD 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 8, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 18, 2016, at 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 9980 S. WOOD LANE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-415-038-0000. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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 14-15-17776.

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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-17776 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 018004 TJSC#: 36-3367 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.

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NEW as of 7/7/11 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION M&T BANK Plaintiff, vs.

ANTANAS VAICIUS; VILMA VAICIENE; MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR DMR HOME LENDING, LLC; Defendants, 12 CH 35167 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on January 7, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 11, 2016, 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. 27-14-105-019-0000.

Commonly known as 8419 FLAMINGO CIRCLE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462.

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 1218073.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I695132

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PROSPECT FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK; Plaintiff, vs.

STANDARD BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE UNDER TRUST AGREEMENT DATED NOVEMBER 10, 1998 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 16107; PIOTR GACEK; DANUTA GACEK; CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 17282 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, July 22, 2016, 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 mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 23-10-202-005-0000.

Commonly known as 9800 South 90th Avenue, Palos Hills, IL 60465.

The mortgaged real estate is 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: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier’s or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Brandon R. Freud at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Ruff, Freud, Breems and Nelson, Ltd., 200 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 263-3890.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I695717

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.TADEUSZ PUSTUL, DANUTA PUSTUL Defendants 12 CH 23545 8921 MOODY AVENUE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 15, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 21, 2016, at 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 8921 MOODY AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-05-105-108-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $375,903.87.

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm fax number 312372-4398 Please refer to file number 12-059735.

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.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Fax #: (312) 372-4398 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 12-059735 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 12 CH 23545 TJSC#: 36-7095 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.THOMAS J. BACLIG A/K/A THOMAS JASON BACLIG, JULIE T. GRUZEWSKI, VILLAGE OF TINLEY PARK, PARKSHIRE MANOR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 17641 8724 MOBILE AVENUE, UNIT 1A Oak Lawn, IL 60441 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 16, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 12, 2016, at 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 8724 MOBILE AVENUE, UNIT 1A, Oak Lawn, IL 60441 Property Index No. 24-05-100-021-1037.

The real estate is improved with a condominium.

The judgment amount was $156,790.74.

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm fax number 312372-4398 Please refer to file number 15-077351.

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.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 Fax #: (312) 372-4398 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 15-077351 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 15 CH 17641 TJSC#: 36-4768 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.T H O M A S S . O M I E C I N S K I , N O R M A N F. OMIECINSKI, MARIA T. OMIECINSKI, PRAIRIE TOWN CENTER CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 17371 9530 Cook Ave., Unit 614 Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 12, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 13, 2016, at 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 9530 Cook Ave., Unit 614, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-09-107-038-1070 ; 2409-107-038-1071.

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium.

The judgment amount was $302,841.33.

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: HEAVNER, 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, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 15 CH 17371 TJSC#: 36-4810 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.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CIT BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ANTHONY SMERTENE, STANDARD BANK AND TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE U/T/A DATED SEPTEMBER 6, 2005 A/K/A TRUST NUMBER 19037, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 017396 8745 W. 96TH PLACE 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 25, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 25, 2016, at 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 8745 W. 96TH PLACE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-11-105-004-0000. 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. 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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. 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 14-15-18281.

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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-18281 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 017396 TJSC#: 36-4332 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JERRIE A. SHERMAN, AS CO-TRUSTEE OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JANUARY 3, 2015 AND KNOWN AS JOHN R. MORIARITY TRUST DATED JANUARY 3, 2015, TERRY N. SHERMAN, AS CO-TRUSTEE OF A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED JANUARY 3, 2015 AND KNOWN AS JOHN R. MORIARITY TRUST DATED JANUARY 3, 2015, BRIDGET MORIARITY, MICHAEL MORIARITY Defendants 15 CH 11119 12233 S. 70th Ave. Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 25, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 26, 2016, at 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 12233 S. 70th Ave., Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-30-129-004-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $214,656.78.

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, 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, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys. com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 15 CH 11119 TJSC#: 36-5831 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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO HOME MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.JOANNE TROAKE, GARETH M. TROAKE, THE FOREST RIDGE AT WESTGATE VALLEY TOWNHOME CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, FOREST RIDGE HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 008654 13368 FOREST RIDGE DRIVE PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 25, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 27, 2016, at 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 13368 FOREST RIDGE DRIVE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-32-300-056-1069, Property Index No. (24-32-300-023 Underlying).

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. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

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 14-14-09243. 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 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-14-09243 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 14 CH 008654 TJSC#: 36-5681 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.

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Applications may be obtained at www.palosheights.org or picked up at City Hall, 7607 W College Dr, Palos Heights, from June 13 – June 30, 2016. Hours are 8:30 am to 5 pm, Monday - Friday. There is a $25.00 non-refundable fee that must be submitted with the completed application by July 1, 2016. Applicants must be 20 (21 at time of appointment) Garage Sale to 35 years of age (except as permitted by statute), be a citizen of the U.S., have a valid driver’s license Original Westgate Homeowners Association and possess one of the following: Annual One Day • An Associate Degree in criminal justice Subdivision Garage Sale or a related field from an accredited college. • A Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university.

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BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS PINTO’S POPCORN PICKS Discovery Isle

Explore nature during “Discovery Isle” programs this summer from 1-3 p.m. every Wednesday from June 15 through Aug. 24 at the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s Isle a la Cache Museum, 501 E. Romeo Road. Join in different activities or demonstrations that focus on natural or cultural history. Programs will be held indoors or outside depending on the weather. Drop in anytime between 1-3 p.m. Registration is not required for this free, all-ages program.

Programs at The Center

• Terra Cotta Flower Pots Saturday June 18, 11 a.m. – noon. Center Art Director Heather Young will show students how to construct a flower pot out of coils of clay that will last for years to come.

Attendees will create different patterns and designs in the clay by swirling or twisting ropes of clay as the pots are built. The workshop fee is $10 per person, per class.

• The Pathway Open Saturday June 18, 6:308:30 p.m. The Pathway Open is an open Alcoholics Anonymous speaker meeting, and everyone is welcome. One does not have to be a member of a 12--step program in order to attend. Refreshments will be served at 6:30 p.m. and two speakers will follow at 7 p.m. For more information, please call 708-923-6911.

• Outdoor Art For Kids (grades K-8) Two-week sessions begin June 20 Classes meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings 9-11 a.m. Instructors Brigitte Haney and Ruth Augspurger bring a world of art and nature to children. Drawing, printmaking, pottery, painting, papermaking, and sculpture will be taught. There are opportunities for creative expression, hands-on fun, encouragement, and to learn new artistic techniques. Each session ends with an art show of the students’ creations. Class Fee: $110 per 2 week session includes all supplies.

• Mommy And Me Art: Fairy Houses Wednesday June 22, 11 a.m. – noon. Instructor Karen Signore will help students build a house for a fairy garden by using bark, sticks, leaves, stones, moss and other items from nature. The class is designed for mothers or grandmothers with children ages 3-6, but the instructor is open to family members of all ages attending “Mommy and Me.” Workshop fees: $10 per person, per class.

• Papermaking Wednesday June 22, 6:30-8:30

p.m. Instructor Marilyn VandenBout will teach the basics of papermaking and show how to embed seeds within the papers during the process. Students will be able to write a note to the world on homemade papers, bury it underground and watch it grow. Each participant will leave class with several pieces of handmade papers that can be used in many creative ways. Class fee: $16 plus a $5 materials fee.

The Bridge Teen Center programs

• Campfire Songs & Bean Bag Tournament - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this Friday, The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park. Bring your friends to enjoy some s’mores while singing campfire songs, and competing in a bean bag tournament. Singer/ songwriter “Pelham” will perform live. Free s’mores provided by Campfire and Hershey’s.

• Soul Cafe: Pretty Strong - 2 to 3:30 p.m. June 21, You become the people you surround yourself with. Learn to identify characteristics in your relationships and discover the power of positive friendships.

• Open Studio: Launch a Water Balloon 3 to 4 p.m. June 14, Engineer a machine out of random materials to send a water balloon flying towards a target.

• Kickball - 4 to 5:30 p.m. June 21, Play this casual sport while making new friends.

• Shoot Your Own Show - 3 to 5 p.m. June 22 and 23, You don’t have to wonder what goes on behind the scenes of your favorite TV show. Now is your chance to direct, act in, and create a show.

• Survival Skills - 2 to 3:30 p.m. June 23 & 30, Listen to real stories about people who faced unexpected, life-threatening situations in the wilderness.

Learn survival skills and then put them to the test.

• BBQ Pork Nachos & Spinach Dip - 3:30 to 5 p.m. June 23, Learn how to make pork nachos and spinach dip from the chefs at Granite City.

• Advanced Writing - 4:30 to 6 p.m. June 23, Advanced writers, now is your chance to take your beloved hobby to the next level. Learn the process of editing from a professional writer and editor.

• Shark Week Trivia Night/High School After Hours - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. June 24, Invite your friends for Shark Week themed trivia. High School students are invited to stay until midnight for High School After Hours. Free food will be provided by Fox’s Restaurant.

These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call (708) 532-0500.

OMARR’S WEEKLY ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST

By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (March 21-April 19): Pay your dues. Every new skill or study requires practice before it is possible to become proficient.

You may be challenged to learn a new subject or to perform routine work in the week ahead. Having a buddy will help.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): This week you won’t be able to please all of the people all of the time. If you sense tension in the air it may be because someone is trying to overcompensate to address your needs. You may be trying too hard to be agreeable.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Group dynamics may be disturbed by dustups. In the week ahead someone could make an attempt to appear mysterious or pretend to be your friend. A partner or loved one could be forced to adhere to a tight schedule.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): You will find yourself in good company. You aren’t the only person with a tight deadline to meet or a bill to pay in the week to come. A significant other with

shrewd common sense and business acumen can help.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Never complain, never explain may be a good motto this week. You may have concerns that revolve around finances, but wise advice or counsel from co-workers or family members could help you find a perfect solution.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Grab the low hanging fruit. What you need is right there for the taking and little effort is necessary. In the upcoming week you may be tempted to reach too high.

Don’t act impulsively with your money or loved ones.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Calm down. Your need for romance and attention could distract you from focusing on concrete accomplishments in the week ahead.

Too much socializing on the job can make you fall behind or create some awkward moments.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Crucial commitments need to be handled with kid gloves in the week ahead. Take your time about making important changes. An innocent flirtation can give your ego a boost and lighten the load of a

serious subject.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Pull in the sails and keep a steady hand on the rudder. There may be some rough seas in the week ahead. The demands of your career may keep you on a tight schedule just when family or a loved one needs attention.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): You are powerfully tethered to the achievement of a goal. Some co-workers may experience difficulties but that won’t dampen your enthusiasm. As this week unfolds you may find that communications go awry.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): You can play musical chairs with your money until the music stops. Make sure you aren’t indulging in fads or fancies this week. A significant other will give you added support to face up to your responsibilities.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): The truth may come out at the most inopportune time. In the upcoming week you may make a stand at the wrong time. Someone who expresses doubt about your trustworthiness can put you into a defensive position.

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:

“LONDON HAS FALLEN”: Any viewer of “Olympus Has Fallen” can expect the sequel won’t be a quiet and sedate affair ... and indeed, the follow-up matches the frantic action of the original as the U.S. president and his Secret Service man (returnees Aaron Eckhart and Gerard Butler) are among terrorists’ targets again. This time, they’re overseas with other world leaders for the funeral of England’s prime minister when mayhem erupts, forcing them to trust their own instincts - and an MI6 agent (Charlotte Riley) - to make their way through the devastation and stay alive.

Morgan Freeman, Angela Bassett and Melissa Leo also are back from the first film. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries. *** (R: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-

ray and On Demand) “10 CLOVERFIELD LANE”: Sort of a prequel to the sleeper horror hit “Cloverfield,” this effective-with-a-smallcast melodrama actually was conceived as its own separate project, then retooled to fit the franchise. Mary Elizabeth Winstead — of PBS’ “Mercy Street” and the new CBS series “BrainDead” — plays a car-accident victim who becomes a prisoner of a survivalist (the reliable-asalways John Goodman), who already has someone else (John Gallagher Jr., “The Newsroom”) present. The homeowner warns of major danger outside his doors, but she debates whether to trust him. With J.J. Abrams among its producers, the film also involves Bradley Cooper in a creative way (spoiler withheld). *** (PG-13: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “45 YEARS”: Charlotte Rampling was an Oscar nominee for director-screenwriter Andrew Haigh’s (HBO’s “Looking”) intriguing drama, in which she stars with fellow acting veteran Tom Courtenay as a couple whose 45th wedding anniversary is upset

by startling news. The body of the husband’s long-ago lover has been found, preserved in a glacier See VIDEOVIEW, Page 8

‘Now You See Me 2’ may entertain, but it’s confusing “Now You See Me 2” is the sequel no one not even the creators of the original chapter could have seen coming. It was a surprise blockbuster about a kooky magician heist that included many fadeouts and misdirections. This sequel includes much of the same except everything is brought up to a whole new level of misdirection and zany plot twists.

This is a grandiose film that we didn’t need. This is your standard run of the mill sequel that Hollywood deemed necessary to do based upon the success of the original. It’s a rushed- together sequel that at times is reminiscent of the old show “Magicians Unmasked.”

The basis of the film is that a group of four magicians who fancy themselves as Robin Hoods try to make the world a better place by righting the so called wrongs they see. Just like Mr. Hood, they take from the rich and give to the poor.

If only this story was as good as the Robin Hood story we might have something worth watching.

The film follows the Horsemen – Daniel Atlas (Jesse Eisenberg), Merritt McKinney (Woody Harrelson), and Jack Wilder (Dave Franco, yes he’s the younger

TONY PINTO brother of James Franco) – hiding in the shadows as they await instructions from The Eye. The horsemen get infrequent cryptic messages sent from the team’s leader Dylan Rhodes (Mark Ruffalo) that don’t explain anything except that they need to stay the course. Also can’t forget about the new girl Horseman Lula (Lizzy Caplan) Rhoads brings in. Some grow restless after a long time of waiting; Dylan finally reassembles the Horsemen for a new daring assignment.

Making no attempt to explain its over-complicated internal mythology, the movie hops back and forth across the globe with no regard for time or space, cutting between the Horsemen and Rhodes as he springs magic-debunking bad guy Thaddeus Bradley (Morgan Freeman) from minimum-security prison. While all that’s going on, a huge plot is being orchestrated by legally dead tech billionaire

Walter Mabry (Daniel Radcliffe) or possibly Bradley himself, or maybe it’s even The Eye. This film features Michael Cain as well. Just don’t ask how he fits in the story.

The main storyline comes across as convoluted, as the sequel attempts to outdo the twists and turns of the original. Ironically, the surprises lose their value as the film proceeds, meaning that by the grand finale, things fall into the realm of predictability, boring, and mundane. It tries to keep the audience guessing, but the director Jon M. Cho with help of screenwriter Ed Solomon condition you to expect the unexpected, so basically nothing is unexpected.

Ultimately, “Now You See Me 2” operates as breezy, shallow entertainment that will disappoint anyone expecting something more than a semi-enjoyable film. The cast are all fun to watch, but the script turns most of them into caricatures that we won’t really care about. Fans of 2013’s “Now You See Me” should get some enjoyment from this sequel, but the uninformed can probably wait until flipping channels to check out this sequel.

Tony Pinto’s grade: C

Orland Park Theatre Troupe presents ‘Shrek the Musical’ A musical adaptation of a wellknown movie is coming to the Performing Arts Center at Carl Sandburg High School when the village of Orland Park Theatre Troupe presents three performances of “Shrek the Musical,” this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

The musical is based on the popular animated film Shrek (2001), which follows the comedic adventures of a green ogre (Shrek) whose swamp is invaded by a host of fairytale characters: Peter Pan, the Mad Hatter, the three bears from Goldilocks and the Big Bad Wolf, among others.

The show debuted on Broadway in 2008 and ran through 2010.

The book and lyrics were written by David Lindsay-Abaire with music by Jeanine Tesori. The show was originally produced on Broadway by Dreamworks Theatricals and Neal Street Productions.

Tyler McMahon of Kankakee appears as Shrek, with Orland Park’s Christina Pacini portraying Princess Fiona. Michael Carioto, of Worth, plays Donkey. Erin Davidson, of Peotone, plays the dragon and Ryan Flynn of Homer Glen appears as Farquaad.

Orland Park’s resident producer-director, Frann Carnivele, is directing the show with Jim Mazeika serving as assistant director. Michael Barr is the musical director with Andrea Langford choreographing the production.

Performances at Carl Sandburg High School will be at 7 p.m. on Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18 with a matinee on Sunday, June

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Christina Pacini, Tyler McMahon and Michael Carioto portray Fiona, Shrek and Donkey respectively in the Village of Orland Park Theatre Troupe’s presentation of “Shrek the Musical.” Performances are June 17-19 at the Carl Sandburg High School Performing Arts Center.

19 at 2 p.m. The show is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International.

The cast of almost 50 community actors from throughout the region boasts a number of Orland Park residents including Andrea Baffes, Victoria Baran, Kaitlin Bauer, Allison Belair, Amanda Belair, Hannah Belair, Michelle Belair, Caoline Bueche, Ann Burns, Anthony Cosenza, David Ford, Mia Geovanes, Cara Hall, Amy Henrichs, Abigail Hooks, Thais Kioganov, Joanna Leafblad, Josie Leafblad, Natalie Leoni, Nicolette

Mutnansky, Molly Ricker, Bryan Reis, Jacob Sexton, Laura Smolik and Sienna Swain. Other locals are Margaret Hughes (Palos Park).

Reserved seat tickets may be purchased at Orland Park’s Recreation Administration Office located at 14600 S. Ravania Avenue.

Adult tickets are $18. Those for seniors and students are $16 and children under the age of twelve are $14. Tickets are not refundable and a limited number of tickets will be available at the door.

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Mark your calendar for the return of Orland Township’s Pet Parade & Fair

Hosted by Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady & the Board of Trustees

Saturday, June 25, 2016 • Noon to 3:00 p.m.

Orland Township Grounds at 14807 Ravinia Avenue, Orland Park, IL 60462 • Benefiting the Orland Township Pet Food Pantry

Pictures and autographs with your favorite Chicagoland team mascots & superheroes!

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Art Camp at McCord

VIDEOVIEW

BY JAY BOBBIN Continued from Page 7 ... prompting the couple to reexamine how they’ve spent their lives, both separately and together.

Though the adaptation of David Constantine short story does have other actors, including Geraldine James, the heavy lifting clearly is on Rampling and Courtenay — and they expectedly achieve it beautifully. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “THE X-FILES: THE EVENT SERIES”: If the truth is still out there, it’s up to Mulder and Scully (David Duchovny, Gillian Anderson) to reunite and uncover it. Their search through the supernatural continues in this six-episode continuation of the original show, guided again by creator-producer Chris Carter and a number of the first series’ other writers and producers. Mitch Pileggi, William B. Davis and Annabeth Gish are among additional familiar faces who return ... but expectedly, there’s special pleasure in seeing Duchovny and Anderson back in their iconic roles. DVD extras: three “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary on selected episodes by cast and crew members; deleted and extended scenes; outtakes. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

FREE ADMISSION A donation of one 5 lb. bag of pet food or a cash donation Well-mannered, leashed & tagged pets welcome! to the Pet Food Pantry is strongly encouraged.

More activities and attractions are being added daily, so visit www.orlandtownship.org for the most up-to-date information regarding Pet-palooza.

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Instructor Liz Wall will host the Budding Artists Drawing Club at the McCord Gallery & Cultural Center Tuesday, June 21 - Friday, June 24, 4-5:45 p.m. Students will each be given their own sketchbooks to practice many different types of drawing using graphite, colored pencil, ink and charcoal. Drawing techniques for cartooning, drawing pets and people will be covered. Students will improve their observational skills, learn new techniques and use their imaginations. They can spend the rest of the summer recording their adventures. All supplies are included. The fee is $60 for members of McCord/$70 for non-members.

The McCord Gallery and Cultural Center is at 9602 Creek Road (129th and La Grange Road), Palos Park. For more, call 671-0648 or visit www. mccordgallery.org.

From Our Kitchen to Your Table

Palos Country Club introduces CATERING! Our food that you love can now be enjoyed in the comfort of your own home.

We offer a variety of catering and menu options to meet your needs and fit your budget with uncompromising quality.

Palos Country Club Catering 13100 Southwest Highway Orland Park 708-448-6550 paloscountryclub.com

• Inflatable Bounce Houses • Pet Parade • Bingo • Pet Contests, Games & Demonstrations • Kids’ Zone & Games • Train Rides • Exhibitors & Vendors • Pet Adoptions • Ask a Vet Booth • Entertainment • Food, Fun & Much More!

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