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Heights woman opens home, heart to wounded soldiers By Kelly White Correspondent
A Palos Heights woman has offered her home and her heart to two wounded Ukrainian soldiers over the past year-and-a-half. Patricia Kuzmak, 81, was having tea one afternoon in late 2015, when her friend, Irene Gajecky, of Palos Heights, mentioned a call from Father Buryadnyk from St. Joseph the Bethrothed Ukrainian Church in Chicago. The priest was looking for a resident to offer his or
her home as a place of residence for a paraplegic Ukrainian soldier, who would attend a rehabilitation facility called Next Step in Willow Springs. There, he’d receive therapy for paraplegics while staying in a home that offered one level with a spare bedroom and bathroom. “This first thing I thought to myself is my home fits those requirements,” Kuzmak said. “While my friends talked about many things I sat wondering if I should offer my home.” Kuzmak, a widow with no
Ukrainian background, lost her husband, Wally, in 2009. Without any children of her own, she moved to the Palos Heights area from Oak Lawn after his passing, downsizing from a house to a condo. “When I heard there was a need, I knew I had both the time and space to offer,” she said. “The war at the border of Ukraine and Russia is so overlooked by American media, and these soldiers need our help.” She passed the application process and a home inspection visit from Father Buryadnyk, and in Febru-
ary of 2016, a 26-year-old soldier named Volodymyr Hera, and his father, Yaroslav Hera, came to stay at her home. Hera rescued 400 servicemen defending Luhansk airport on August 31, 2014 in the war zone in the East of Ukraine and as a result became paralyzed. It was necessary for Hera’s father to be present due to the severity of his medical condition, and both of the men were fluent in English, Kuzmak said.
Roman Ivanovych Havrylchak, 33. with his mother Kateryna Havrylchak (left), is temporarily living with Palos Heights resident Patricia Kuzmak (right) while he is rehabilitating from injuries he suffered as a soldier in Ukraine. Submitted photo
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PALOS HEIGHTS
Waste disposal deal to lower residents’ bills
Senior discount, e-recycling days included By Anthony Caciopo Regional News Editor
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Rod McClearn, of Orland Park, lines up a 1935 Duesenberg with his cell phone camera. The Duesenberg was the star of the 14th Annual Classic Car Event in Palos Heights in terms of rarity and value.
CLASSIC CARS DRIVE CROWD WILD Something for everyone at event in Palos Heights By Anthony Caciopo
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Hot temperatures and hot wheels descended on Palos Heights last Thursday as the 14th Annual Classic Car Event rolled into town. Live music, refreshments and an estimated 500 vintage and near-vintage automobiles gave a quintessential summertime look and feel to Harlem Avenue between 122nd Street to just beyond 124th Street. “I ordered 75 degrees and sunny but the paperwork got messed up,” joked Bob Starczyk, chairperson of the popular event. But for vintage car owners and admirers, at least it didn’t rain. “I kept saying all day long that there’s going to be no rain, no rain, no rain,” said Starczyk. His prediction was accurate although there were some moments of doubt. Parking on city streets was prohibited for blocks around the show area as car lovers from near and far flowed into downtown Palos Heights. Autos of virtually all colors and makers were on display, meticulously prepped and shined with their proud owners often sitting nearby chatting with visitors or fellow classic car owners. Attendees got a real eyeful of prized
In a temporary meeting space until the City Council room at City Hall is remodeled, the council last week approved execution of a five-year contract with Republic Services that will reduce homeowners’ waste-haulage bill while offering a senior discount and two recycling days for electronics. “This is the same waste hauler we currently have,” said Ald. Bob Basso of Ward 2 who delivered the motion at the council meeting to execute the contract. “It was the low bidder and we’ve added some additional requests into the five-year package.” Anticipated savings for homeowners will be a 4.5 percent decrease in their bill over the length
of the contract. Seniors will receive a 10 percent discount with verification. A verification application is available at City Hall or via the city’s website at www.palosheights. org/garbage-information. “Among these (additional) requests will be a two-times-peryear (electronics) pick-up arrangement,” said Basso. “TVs, computer monitors,” added Mayor Bob Straz, using just two examples of the many electronic items that will be eligible for recycling. “You can’t get rid of those suckers. You have to pay for it.” Basso also pointed out that another provision of the new contract with Republic Services is disaster/ emergency debris removal service.
or not a funding bill is passed, schools elsewhere in the state are in danger of not opening on time Local school district officials unless funding is approved. The discussion in Springfield, are keeping their eyes on Springfield this week, where Gov. Bruce scheduled to take place after The Rauner called the second special Regional’s press time, was expected to focus on Senlegislative session in a Please consider ate Bill 1, an educamonth to discuss public education funding. the best interest tion-funding bill that was passed by the Rauner summoned of Illinois Senate and House. the lawmakers to reBut as of Tuesday, turn to the Capitol schoolchildren. beginning yesterday, Dawn Green, it had not been sent — July 26, after accusing Dist. 128 Supt. to Rauner for his signature. The govDemocrats on Monday ernor has expressed of “playing political games with our children’s edu- his opposition to a provision in the bill that prevents schools from cation.” Earlier this month, the Leg- receiving money until an “eviislature overrode the governor’s dence-based funding formula” is veto to pass a state budget for in place. According to published the first time in two years. The reports, the legislation would rebill included a 32-percent hike in vise the way schools receive state income tax, but it did not include aid for the first time in 20 years. funding for education. While local It would funnel money to the school districts have said they will open on time in August whether See EDUCATION, Page 2
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Tom Ewing, of Evergreen Park, gestures toward the engine compartment while framed by the hoods of his 1965 Ford Mustang Convertible and his friend Jim Staschke’s 1975 Chevy Vega.
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steel-on-wheels at the Classic Car Event Concours on the west side of Harlem, between 123rd and 124th streets. “We probably had in the range of $4 million to $5 million of cars at the concours,” said Starczyk. Of particular interest to most visitors was a 1935 Duesenberg, a rare and extremely valuable car.
“You never see a Duesenberg at a parking lot show,” he said. “Duesenberg was a race car of the 1930s. What you bought from Duesenberg was a motor and a chassis. Then, you’d go to a coachbuilder and have a body made. They were better than the Rolls Royces of See CARS, Page 3
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Palos, Orland police departments to hold National Night Out Local residents will be able to meet law enforcement officers and learn about personal safety and crime prevention at the National Night Out Tuesday, Aug. 1. The event was created in 1984 by the National Association of Town Watch, a nationwide organization that promotes community-based crime prevention. In Palos Heights, the event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. at the police department headquarters next to City Hall, 7601 W. College Drive. Parking will be available in the Palos baseball lot, to the rear and west of the
police department. Activities will include the opportunity to meet local police officers, a tour of the department, K-9 and motorcycle demonstrations, interactive events for children and adults, education about personal safety and crime prevention, food and prizes, DJ music, a classic car display and more. Additional information can be obtained by calling Deputy Chief William Czajkowski at (708) 671-3284 or Ofc. Kevin Apostal at (708) 671-3211. In Orland Park, National Night Out will
run from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Village Center, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. Attendees will be able to meet members of Orland Park’s bike patrol unit, traffic and motorcycle units, DARE and school resource officers as well as other first responders. Orland Park’s festivities will include face painters and balloon artists. Orland Park businesses will host booths with giveaways, coupons and safety-related information. More information can be obtained by calling the police department’s non-emergency number at (708) 349-4111.
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Long traffic ba ups have been encountered for about a week by drivers traveling south into Palos Heights on Harlem Ave. as they approach College Drive (Route 83). IDOT has been rebuilding a storm drain sewer at the northwest corner of the intersection.
Local law enforcement officers and residents will have the opportunity to meet at a “Burgers and Badges” get-together tomorrow, July 28 at the parking lot of the police department, 8999 W. 123rd St. The event will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Food will be provided. More information can be obtained by calling the department at (708) 448-0639.
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POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS
POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS PARK Retail theft Police are investigating a retail theft that occurred at Walgreens, 13023 S. LaGrange Road, about 7:30 p.m. July 14. Employees reported becoming suspicious after noticing merchandise missing from shelves. They found that surveillance cameras recorded a man placing items in a gift bag taken off a display and leaving the store with it. Six boxes of teeth-whitening strips worth $45 were taken. The suspect was described as white, 170 pounds, and 6 feet tall. He had tattoos on his forearms and wore blue jeans, a white short-sleeved t-shirt, black baseball cap and glasses.
Ordinance violations • Michael J. O’Neill, 28, of Orland Park, was issued a local ordinance violation for possession of cannabis following a traffic stop at 9:13 p.m. July 13, in the 11900 block of South LaGrange Road. Police said a bag containing 3.5 grams of marijuana was found in the car. He was also
issued a written warning for speeding. • Michael R. Seno, 22, of Bridgeview, was ticketed for having a loud muffler following a traffic stop at 10:24 p.m. July 15, in the 11300 block of South LaGrange Road. Police said his passenger, Adolfo D. King, 22, of Willow Springs, was issued a local ordinance violation for possession of drug paraphernalia because he was carrying a glass pipe used to smoke marijuana in his pocket. They are both due at a hearing in Village Hall on Aug. 2. • Three teens were issued local adjudication tickets for possession of drug paraphernalia following a traffic stop at 1:43 a.m. July 19, in the 12300 block of South Mohawk Street. Police said Natalie R. Graves, 19, of Palos Park, Mia E. Moustakas, 18, of Palos Heights, and Casey K. Bandyk, 18, of Palos Park, were each carrying a vape pen with liquid cannabis oil. Graves, the driver, was also issued a warning for having only one working headlight. They are all due at a hearing in Village Hall on Sept. 6.
POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Two felony DUI charges for Chicago man Orland Park police charged Ignacio Aguilar, 31, of Chicago, with two counts of aggravated DUI after they curbed his car in the 15300 block of South Harlem Avenue at 12:36 a.m. June 25. The charges were made “aggravated” after police learned that Aguilar had a prior DUI conviction and that he was driving on a license that was revoked because of a DUI conviction. He also was charged with operating a motor vehicle with expired registration, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, and illegal transportation of alcohol after police reportedly found a partially empty bottle of Hennessey cognac on the front passenger floor. The car was towed and seized, and Aguilar was due at a bond hearing later that day.
Tow truck driver hit with DUI charge Oak Lawn resident Michael A. Manfredi, 36, was charged with DUI/alcohol and drugs, possession of a hypodermic needle, possession of drug paraphernalia and improper lane usage after police encountered him in the 9400 block of West 135th Street at 6:31 p.m. June 24. A caller to 911 stated that Manfredi’s tow truck swerved from the roadway and hit a No Parking sign. A routine pat-down of Manfredi yielded a hypodermic needle and syringe, according to the police report. He was due in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.
Charge three with drunk driving Orland Park resident Katherine R. Nussbaum, 44, was charged with DUI, improper lane usage and making an improper turn after police stopped her SUV in the 10500 block of West 153rd Street at 2:29 a.m. June 27. The vehicle was towed and
Soldiers Continued from Page 1 “I vividly remember meeting Mrs. Kuzmak for the first time — tall, thin lady looking at me with a wide and a little uneasy smile,” Hera, of Lviv, Ukraine, said. “She asked me what my name was, and after I responded it was Volodymyr, she got very happy as her late husband’s name was also translated to Volodymyr, being Wally in the American translation. She would tell me numerous times afterwards that I remind her of Wally a lot.” Hera and his father remained in Kuzmak’s home for six months, leaving in July of 2016 to return to Ukraine. During their stay, they were able to live as guests in her home, with Kuzmak showing them some of the sites Chicago has to offer, sharing her love of birds and introducing American dishes. “Despite her age, Mrs. Kuzmak is not a homebody,” Hera said. “She is constantly on the go visiting interesting places, meeting with friends and attending various events. She was very much worried about what I liked to eat and even more worried
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Mayor Bob Straz speaks at last week’s City Council meeting, the first to be held in temporary quarters at the Recreation Center, 6601 W. 127th Street.
impounded, and Nussbaum was due in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday. Mokena resident Anya Kathleen Zakula, 23, was charged with DUI, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and possession of drug paraphernalia as police investigated a two-vehicle crash near 143rd Street and Southwest Highway at 1:52 a.m. June 24. Police said they found a glass smoking pipe in Zakula’s purse and a grinder in her SUV’s glove box. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Zakula was scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on July 12. Orland Park resident Enrique P. Sanchez, 44, was charged with DUI, unlawful stopping on a roadway and failure to wear seatbelts after police reportedly found him asleep at the wheel of his car on Lakeview Drive at about 1 a.m. June 26. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Sanchez was due in court in Bridgeview on July 12.
Orland Park man stole Red Bull, burglarized SUV, cops say Police charged Orland Park resident Bryan L. Lefebvre, 36, with burglary after he allegedly entered a 36-year-old Orland Park woman’s SUV as it sat in the parking lot of Target, 15850 S. 94th Ave., at 10:46 a.m. June 26. The victim told police she saw a man in her car and when she confronted him, he said he was doing “nothing” and got into a nearby car and sped away. The car was later stopped by Orland Hills police, and the victim positively identified Lefebvre as the man who was in her SUV. He was due at a bond hearing the following day. A charge of retail theft was added after police found 10 cans of Red Bull in Lefebvre’s car, which they said he stole from the Walgreens at 14680 S. LaGrange Road.
that I wouldn’t like what she was cooking for me, but everything she made was delicious.” Hera and Kuzmak still stay in touch after Hera and his father returned home. “He has asked repeatedly to come visit Ukraine and meet his own family, and I have decided to do that, because after staying with me for six months, we have become like family,” Kuzmak said. She will be leaving in August to stay with Hera’s family for three weeks, learning the Ukrainian culture. Although it’s a happy ending, Kuzmak’s generosity did not end with Hera, as the second wounded soldier came as a surprise to her when she received a phone call from Father Buryadnyk in May of this year. “I planned to have family members come and visit, and they would be using my guest room, but when Father told me a young hero and his mother were staying in a motel for two weeks, I told him to get them out of there and bring them here. No one should have to live in a motel.” Roman Havrylchak, 33, along with his mother, Kateryna Havrylchak, arrived at Kuzmak’s home immediately after that phone con-
versation and will be staying with her until November. “They are wonderful people, and I am enjoying sharing my home with them,” Kuzmak said. Havrylchak was severely injured on February 12, 2015 as a result of massive shelling of Russia-backed separatists in the town of Debaltseve in the East of Ukraine. He reports to be happy staying in Kuzmak’s home, and is fascinated with the Chicago suburbs. “Ukraine is very different,” Havrylchak, of Novoyavorivsk, Ukraine, said. “On the space on the ground that is empty in Ukraine, there are plants growing, vegetables or flowers, not grass, and dogs and cats live outdoors. But most of all, the weather is very different because it changes so often, even in the same day.” Kuzmak has no ties to war herself, other than her father being a chief officer in the Navy during WWII, and her husband joining the Air Force, just as the war was ending. “These soldiers are simply guests in my home,” she said. “The soldiers are more important than anything I’ve done. They deserve all the help they can get.”
DUI Belal Zamat, 18, of Orland Park, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and cannabis following a one-car crash at 2:11 a.m. last Thursday, in the 6800 block of West 131st Street. Police said he initially provided a false name. He was also cited for obstruction of identification, driving with a suspended license and leaving the scene of a property-damage crash. He is due in court on Aug. 29. Paul Rispin, 48, of Oak Lawn, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 127th Street and Ridgeland Avenue at 8:37 p.m. Saturday. Police said he failed field sobriety tests. He was also cited for improper lane usage and driving without insurance. Rispin is due in court on Aug. 17.
Education Continued from Page 1 neediest school districts first after ensuring that no district receives less money than last school year. “I think the process needs to be followed and the bill should go to the governor,” said School District 230 Supt. James Gay on Tuesday. “We are for fair and equitable funding for all schools and it is the Legislature’s responsibility to provide funding for public education.” “The important thing to us is that the funding bill, in its current form, would have no negative impact on our district this year. It is a ‘holds-harmless’ type of language,” said John Lavelle, assistant superintendent for business services for District 230, which includes Stagg, Sandburg and Andrew high schools. But he added that how the bill would affect funding in future years is still unclear. “The concern is that to make sure that no district would lose any funding,” said Gay. “We totally agree that overall, there is just not enough state funding to go around. The main point is not to take money away from any district.” Gay and Lavelle explained that under Senate Bill 1, school districts statewide are ranked in four tiers on the basis of state funding dependence, with Tier 1 being the most need. District 230 is currently listed as Tier 3, but under another formula, it is listed in Tier 2. The superintendent noted that the districts that depend on state funding for 70 or 80 percent of their budget would be harder hit if that amount was prorated to 80 percent, compared to districts like 230, which gets only 10 percent of its funding from the state. “There is still some debate on that bill. But I’m encouraged that they’re meeting and we will wait and see,” said Gay, adding that Aug. 10 is the deadline set for funding to be in place to ensure that all schools can open on time. Officials from local elementary school districts are also concerned about the negotiations in Springfield. “It is imperative that we have a revenue stream in place immediately for funding Illinois schools. In education, we always try to make decisions around what is best for kids. Our state government should do the same,” said Dr. Dawn Green, superintendent of Palos Heights School District 128. Asked what she would want the legislators to think about during the negotiations, she said, “I would ask them to please consider the best interests of all of the state of Illinois school children as you make your decisions.”
With workers gone for the day, the gutted City Council meeting room at City Hall has an eerie appearance as it awaits its first remodeling in approximately 30 years.
among the oldest in the city,” he said, “even though the subContinued from Page 1 division isn’t the oldest section.” Lnes in “original Palos, on both “We would be assured of re- sides of Harlem Avenue,” have ceptacles” in case of such events, been replaced, said Bylut. “We have a map at City Hall he said. In other news, the council that has the ages of all our (ununanimously carried a motion der-street) plumbing because, relating to the termination by over time, we want to do this Palos Heights elected officials in sort of thing in a kind of chronothe Illinois Municipal Retirement logical order,” he said. “Where Fund (IMRF) for the positions of is our oldest stuff? We should be mayor, city clerk, city treasurer proactive and replace that first.” Straz kicked off the July 18 and aldermen. “IMRF changed the way they meeting by welcoming counwant you to certify every two cil members and the public to years, how many hours you temporary quarters at the Recput in (on the job),” said Straz. reation Center, 6601 W. 127th “It’s probably not worth it. Our Street while the City Council room at City Hall people don’t put in is being remodeled. that many hours. If Local All other departanybody could have ments and functions qualified, it would residents remain open as usual have been me but might be at City Hall, 7601 W. it’s not worth it.” Director of Public Drive. surprised College Works, Scott Smith, “We’re in a makehas been authorized shift city hall, probto learn to “go out for bid” ably until October,” for a sanitary sewer how long he said. “Welcome manhole rehabilitato the old gym, for it has been those who have been tion project. Smith said last as long as I since the around year the RJN Group have been.” had performed some City Council The school gym sanitary sewer manwas transformed was last hole inspections to into a multi-purpose assess the condition space known as the of the sewer system remodeled. Orchard Room as structure. Accordpart of the Recreation ing to the meetCenter’s construction ing minutes of the several years ago. Palos Heights Water and Sewer Remodeling is currently underCommittee, it was determined way on the City Council meeting that there were some seal-tight room at City Hall, resulting in options to prevent inflow. This the change of venue for council has to do with new mandates meetings and committee meetfrom the Metropolitan Water ings until further notice. Reclamation District regarding The work is being done by inflow into sewer systems. Frontier Construction, the low Smith requested approval to bidder. The project includes go out for bid, noting the RJN HVAC, flooring, walls, ceiling, Group would oversee the project lighting, windows, dais and podiand that there was money in the um. Anticipated cost is $240,900 capital improvement budget. and completion is targeted for “The sanitary sewers are about October, according to City Ad15 feet down,” said Ald. Don ministrator Dan Nisavic, who Bylut of Ward 1, who heads provided details to The Regional the Water and Sewer Commit- News in an email. tee. “We have to farm that work “The ceiling is out, some of out. We don’t have the equipment the walls are gone,” said Straz. to go that deep.” “It’s not a quick process but it’s Bylut recalled two recent proj- coming along.” ects related to sanitary sewer reLocal residents might be surconstruction. prised to learn how long it has “We had one on 127th Street been since the room was last and Westgate,” he said. “It was remodeled. open for a couple days. They “The carpet hasn’t even been worked around the clock. The replaced since I’ve been here, sanitary sewer had completely and that’s 17 years,” Straz said. collapsed. That ended up being “I talked to the former Public a very costly job.” Works Department director, Jerry Another repair was needed in Martin, on the Fourth of July. Navajo Hills, near Wyandot and He thought it may have been East Navajo drives. the early 1980s since it was re“That one wasn’t as much modeled.” because it never completely “We were invited to take our collapsed,” Bylut said. “What chairs home if we wanted them,” residents there saw was the be- said Ald. Bylut. “Those old, dirty ginning of the collapse. things. I don’t think so,” he said “It seems that our water mains with a smile. “I don’t think any of and sanitation lines in Navajo are us took them up on their offer.”
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Orland Park board sets roadblock to alcohol delivery by businesses By Dermot Connolly Staff Writer
Village boards in Orland Park and Oak Lawn recently addressed the issue of allowing local businesses to deliver alcoholic beverages, and it was handled differently by each community. In Orland Park, officials voted to ban liquor deliveries before any business requested permission to offer it. Mayor Keith Pekau said at the July 17 meeting that there was a “loophole” in local liquor laws that would allow alcohol to be delivered, and it needed to be closed. At his suggestion, the board approved by a vote of 4-1 an amendment to the municipal code involving liquor licenses that will prevent alcoholic beverages from being delivered. “I checked and none of our local busi-
nesses are currently delivering liquor, so we won’t be hurting anyone,” said the mayor. When Trustee James Dodge made the point about Binny’s and others already making deliveries, Pekau said those businesses have state licenses that supersede local ones. Dodge agreed that with e-commerce, the deliveries are made more than 12 hours after the order is placed, while the goal of the ordinance is to prevent immediate deliveries of liquor with food orders from restaurants. “If we prohibit it now we can always revisit it at a later time,” said Trustee Mike Carroll. “If we do decide we want to allow delivery, we should have another (type of) liquor license added,” Pekau suggested. The only trustee to vote against the
ordinance was Dan Calandriello, who said there was no need for it. “No one is doing it now, so we don’t need to address it,” he said. “The issue of liability is the responsibility of the business owner,” he added. At the Oak Lawn Village Board meeting on July 11, trustees voted to approve a Class B packaged liquor license for Italian Kitchen, a new business that Ed Pilarz plans to open at 6765 W. 95th St. At the previous board meeting in June, a Class H liquor license, for restaurants without a bar, was also approved. But because the business won’t be a typical sit-down restaurant, approval of the Class B license was postponed until the July meeting to allow for more discussion. Pilarz explained that his business, which is opening in a vacant site that
most recently held a 7-Eleven, would offer customers several choices. Customers will be able to either come in and order prepared Italian meals to take home, or purchase the ingredients needed to make the meal themselves. Meals will also be delivered. The Class B license for packaged goods will allow customers to buy wine, beer or hard liquor by the bottle to take home with their meal, and will allow liquor to be delivered with any order. The restaurant will have seating for 16, so Pilarz said he expects most of his business to come from carry-out and deliveries. “A large part of my revenue is going to come from outside the community,” he said. “Will you be selling pints of liquor?” asked Trustee Terry Vorderer (4th), pointing out that only liquor stores are allowed
to sell pint bottles in Oak Lawn. “Yes, we will. But we won’t have a large selection. I don’t have a lot of space and I will only be carrying the top five brands (of the various types of liquor).” He also pointed out that liquor is already being delivered to homes by Binny’s and other liquor stores, and as part of grocery deliveries made through services such as Peapod. “He has to be able to compete with existing businesses,” said Mayor Sandra Bury. The board members were generally in agreement that Pilarz’s business plan is inventive and wished him well. “I think it is an interesting idea. It should be very popular,” said Trustee Tim Desmond (1st), whose district includes Italian Kitchen.
$250,000 winning Taste of Orland Park returns in August Lotto ticket sold in Palos Park Illinois Lottery players who bought a “Lucky Day Lotto” ticket in Palos Park may want to check it immediately. A local store sold a $250,000 winning ticket for Monday’s evening drawing. The winning quick-pick ticket was purchased at Circle K, 13056 S. La Grange Rd., and matched all five numbers — 07 - 22 - 23 - 33 - 40 — to win a $250,000 prize in the July 24 drawing. The retailer will receive a bonus of $2,500, or one percent of
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The annual Taste of Orland Park returns Friday through Sunday, Aug. 4 through Aug. 6 to the Orland Park Village Center, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. The event will be held Aug. 4 from 5 to 11 p.m., Aug. 5 from 1 to 11 p.m. and Aug. 6 from 1 to 9 p.m. Admission and parking are free. Celebrating its 14th year, the Taste of Orland Park showcases Orland Park eateries as well as various community organizations. A number of activities are offered, including Kids’ Day, a car show, a talent show and live entertainment on two stages. Participating restaurants will be selling tastes of signature dishes at individual food booths. Participating restaurants for this year’s event include 94 West, Beggars Pizza, The Brass Tap, Burger 21, Café Gaston, Cooper’s Hawk, Dao Restaurant and Bar, El Famous Burrito, Granite City Food and Brewery, Mo’s Chinese Kitchen, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Oberweis Dairy, Orland Park Bakery, Papa Joe’s Italian Restaurant, Riviera Country Club and Sports Center, RoccoVino’s, Smallcakes Cupcakery and Creamery, Square Celt House and Grill and Wooden Paddle Pizza. Restaurant participation is subject to change. A variety of musical talent will perform on two stages throughout the weekend. On Aug. 4, the main stage will feature Stephen Neal and Sixteen Candles. Rosie and the Rivets, The Shagadelics and 7th Heaven take the stage on Aug. 5. The Fortunate Sons, 28 Days and American English close out the three-day food fest Aug. 6. Local groups from throughout Orland Park will perform on the main and community stages. The Carl Sandburg Marching Eagles will
perform at the main stage Aug. 5. Attendees will have a chance to enjoy performances from The Music Connection, All About Music and Children’s Theatre, Creative Dance Center and The School of Rock on the community stage Aug. 5. The junior and senior dance company from the Village of Orland Park’s dance programs will entertain guests Aug. 6 at the main stage. A complete line-up is available on the Orland Park website. Kids’ Day will be held at the adjacent John Humphrey Sports Complex from 1 to 5 p.m. Aug. 5. A number of free games, activities and programs will be available for kids of all ages. The Annual Taste of Orland Park Car Show will be held beginning at 11 a.m. Aug. 6 at the Humphrey Complex. Orland Park’s Got
Talent live finals are from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 6 at the Community Stage. On Saturday, the Orland Park Lions Club hosts bingo at 1 p.m. Aug. 5 inside the Civic Center and the Orland Park Kiwanis Club will do the same at 1 p.m. Aug. 6. Sunday’s happenings will also include a Veterans’ Welcome Home event to thank those who served for their sacrifice and service. The event will begin with a motorcycle club honor ride at the main stage and presentation of colors. The Fortunate Sons, a Creedence Clearwater Revival tribute band, will perform from 1 to 3 p.m. For more information, call the Village of Orland Park Recreation Department at (708) 403-7275.
The Village of Orland Park’s 14th annual Taste of Orland Park celebration includes a weekend filled with live entertainment, activities for all ages, community groups, bingo, a car show and food. Admission and parking are free for the Taste, held Friday through Sunday, Aug. 4 through Aug. 6 at the Orland Park Village Center, 14700 S. Ravinia Ave. One highlight of the weekend is the free Kids’ Day event featuring kid-friendly activities and organizations. The event is held from 1 to 5 p.m. on Aug. 5 at the John Humphrey Sports Complex, adjacent to the Taste grounds and accessible via 147th Street and West Avenue. Kids’ Day participants and activities include
art a la carte, Attack Volleyball Club, bungee trampoline (signed parent waiver required), digital memory photo booth, face painting, a disc-jockey and games, a game truck, Joon Lee’s Taekwondo, Kick Higher Martial Arts, Orland Park Knights Football and Cheerleading, Orland Park Pioneer Football and Cheerleading, Orland Park Pioneer Wrestling and Orland Park Soccer Club. Also included in Kids’ Day at the Taste are the Orland Park Police Department, Orland Fire Protection District, Orland Youth Association basketball and baseball, OYA Girls, a sand art craft station, Sarah’s Pony Rides and Petting Zoo, Skyhawk’s Sports Academy, a slide and obstacle course from Clowning Around, Touch-A-Truck, a moon
jump and Victory Martial Arts. The annual family water balloon toss will be held at 2:30 p.m. and pairs may include an adult and child duo or two siblings. Registration is not required. The family egg-drop competition will follow at 3:30 p.m. Each of the teams must use a created device that is no wider than two feet in diameter to catch the eggs. Catching with hands or pillows is not permitted. Participants must remain the same throughout the competition and use their own egg-catching contraption. Registration is not required. For more information, call the Village of Orland Park Recreation Department at (708) 403-7275.
The Carl Sandburg Marching Eagles perform at the 2016 Taste of Orland Park.
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Kids’ Day highlights Taste of Orland Park
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Visitors stroll one of two long midways at the 14th Annual Classic Car Event that lined both sides of Harlem Avenue in Palos Heights from 122nd Street to just beyond 124th Street.
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Cars Continued from Page 1 the day. They were a step above, they were so expensive.” Starczyk explained that a councours (more formally known as councours d’elegance) is a gathering of exotic cars. “As the years went by, it became more of the classics from the 1930s and ‘40s,” he said. “But people who have these cars don’t bring them out as much anymore. They’re sitting in museums and collections, so we expanded it to ‘50s and ‘60s cars.” By Starczyk’s count, 30 to 35 volunteers were on hand this year manning tables and walking the crowd, selling split-the-pot raffle tickets. “The raffle wound up being really good,” he said, noting that the prize to the winner was approximately $5,100. “A person from Palos Hills won.” Proceeds from the raffle will help fund beautification efforts around Palos Heights, as it has done for the previous 13 years of the Classic Car Event. The event was created by the original members of the Palos Heights Beautification Committee who had the idea to put on a classic car show as a way to raise funds. Members of the committee noticed Starczyk in his driveway washing his own vintage automobile and asked for his advice and participation. Starczyk was quick to offer
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4 Thursday, July 27, 2017
‘Z-less’ Rauner just a big mouth with big money
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n the end, Mike “Z” Zolnierowicz had only one choice. Gov. Bruce Rauner’s top political lieutenant, the man everyone calls “Z” who was most responsible for winning the 2014 Republican primary and the governor’s former state chief of staff, simply had to resign late in the afternoon on Friday, July 14. The week began with the early Monday morning firing of Richard Goldberg, Z’s hand-picked successor as Rauner’s chief of staff and his close friend. Rumors had circulated for months that First Lady Diana Rauner had turned on Goldberg and wanted him out, and in the previous few weeks it was known among a select few that the governor had been calling around looking for a possible replacement, including calling a couple of people in Indiana who declined the offer. But Z and others were totally caught off guard when Goldberg was abruptly fired and was not offered a position in the vast campaign apparatus that Z had constructed. Rauner had not only made a major decision without consulting Z, his supposedly number one guy, he had also needlessly kicked Goldberg to the curb. Goldberg’s secretary was told in short order to pack up her stuff and then was summarily escorted out of the building without being offered another position somewhere else. Before working for Goldberg, she had also been Z’s cherished secretary. She didn’t ask for an extended maternity leave when she had her second child. Instead, she was so committed to her duties that she’d often bring her infant with her to the office. Her callous treatment was widely seen as an unnecessary abomination as well as a direct affront to Zolnierowicz. The governor’s top staff was mainly put together by two people: Z and Goldberg. And the loudest critics in Rauner’s personal inner circle of those staffers included people at the top of the Illinois Policy Institute. When Rauner’s staffers were replaced by Illinois Policy Institute executives, it was seen as yet another jab at Z. Rauner and Z reportedly met a couple of days after Goldberg and others were fired, and the governor asked Z to stay on. But by Friday, when several more staffers were given the boot or turned in their resignations, it was abundantly clear to everyone that Rauner was going in a totally new direction. Rauner’s campaign side and his governing side should be on the same page, Z reportedly told the governor, so he tendered his resignation. In reality, I think Z probably would’ve been eventually moved out anyway by the coup plotters. If Goldberg had been eased out in the “traditional” way, perhaps being sent to the campaign or to some other group after consultation with people like Zolnierowicz; if the rest of the staff hadn’t been so shabbily treated; if the governor’s office hadn’t been so obviously outsourced to the Illinois Policy Institute, then Z likely wouldn’t have felt the need to leave. But if the sky was green, grass might be blue. So, what happens next? Z reportedly told the governor he was still willing to offer advice and help from the outside. He wouldn’t talk at all about it to me either on or off the record except to say that he believes Rauner still has a real chance at re-election. But Z’s departure is a potential disaster for this governor. It shows great weakness, and weakness is the deadliest virus in politics. If someone as loyal as Z felt he had to leave, then what kind of person would ever work with Rauner now? Zolnierowicz is a lovable man with amazing skills, but who also has the ability to turn on and off the inner soul of a political killer — and that combination has served Rauner well. Z is the guy who built up the governmental and political apparatus to support Rauner. Without him, Rauner is just a limitless checkbook with a big mouth. For the last year and a half, top Rauner administration insiders have muttered their belief that John Tillman, who runs the Illinois Policy Institute, wanted to gain control of the governor’s state office, while conservative political activist Dan Proft wanted to control the governor’s campaign operation. To their minds, Tillman “succeeded” with Rauner’s staff purge because several of Tillman’s own staffers were brought on board. And the Monday after Z quit, one of Proft’s people, Matthew Besler, was given the helm of the governor’s political operation. It’s a whole new world, campers.
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READERS WRITE Trump's attack on press disturbing, dangerous President Trump's continued fixation on attacking the press is deeply disturbing on a number of levels. The most disturbing level is the role of the free press as our safeguard to report on our country's leaders’ actions and behavior. In short, keep the lights on in our halls of power by serving as our witness to the actions of our leaders. One may disagree with the press' op-ed and editorial section because of subjectivity, but attacking the reporting of actual events and behavior as "fake news" undermines this very important society safeguard. Listening to President Trump's defensive attacks on our press is similar to an ugly man blaming the mirror for his looks. We need our president to change his behavior and actions which would enable our press to report a positive, supportive image we can all share with pride. — James Keough, Palos Heights
Reader casts shame on Illinois and Cook County In his July 20th column in The Regional News, Ray Hanania reminds us that along with being nearly 200 years old, Illinois needs some change. On the same page, columnist Rich Miller seems to demean Gov. Bruce Rauner's changes. It is clear that as a Republican, Gov. Rauner's attempt at change is a big contrast to what has been entrenched by long-time (40 years!) Democratic boss Mike Madigan. No — I am not proud that Illinois is 49 out of 50 states "in terms of economic strength.” Illinois is BROKE! No—I am not proud that
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Illinois is also home to one of the worst-performing counties in America, Cook County! SHAME! We not only need change, we need to cancel the new soda pop tax! It's another example of Cook County crooks trying to legislate behavior, while at the same time overburdening the taxpayers. SHAME! — Mary Cvack, Palos Park
Defi ition of tacky: in bad taste I understand LED signs are being considered by Palos Heights elected officials for our city. A sign for the Rec Center may already be in the works. LED signs have a potential element of danger to motorists. There is no way an LED sign with a moving, or scrolling, message can be safely read by a driver. To safely read that type of an LED sign, a driver must stop. Does anyone believe that will happen? Before approving the installation of LED signs, consideration of an accident-causing element is inherent in the signs. They are distracting. LED signs may also cause lawsuits against the city if a motorist contends the sign distracted them and an accident ensued. Please reconsider using the signs in our community. I’m not in favor of LED signs, scrolling or not. The Rec Center has a record number of program participants. So, of what use is a distracting sign? We are not Las Vegas. We are a charming city with many lovely attributes. LED signs would take away from that charm and they may pose a danger to our citizens and guests...and they are tacky for small towns. — Janet Evans, Palos Heights
PPPD warn travelers to beware of new scams Since we are at the peak of summer travel season and airports are full of people hoping to leave all their worries behind, be aware of the myriad of vacation scams. Something as simple as receiving a call in your hotel room from the front desk asking to verify payment, hang up. It’s likely a thief trying to get your credit card information. If there's a problem you might get a request to come to the front desk to discuss payment options. Don’t leave expensive or important belongings in the hotel room. Use the safe if one is provided in the room. If not, ask the front desk for an alternative. Remember that standalone ATMs to get cash can be easy targets for credit card skimmers and thefts. Be wary of free Wi-Fi. Free means open airwaves and everything you do is transmitted over an unsecured connection and makes you vulnerable. Some Wi-Fi connections are fake and are set up by hackers just to steal your information. Always double check with the location to see if it is official. If you’re using free Wi-Fi, scammers may try and get in and start going through your accounts because a lot of people are doing online banking. Notify your bank. Traveling out of state or overseas while using your bank card could cause a fraud alert to appear and suspend your account. A quick phone call can prevent this hassle. Avoid standalone ATMs. Scammers like these because they are able to attach a credit card skimmer with less risk of detection. Stay alert. Identity thieves’ techniques evolve especially in the technological age, but some will always rely on good
old-fashioned pickpocketing. Safeguard your wallet, purse and phones. Save the social media posts. Wait until you are home to share the photos of your family vacation. You don’t want to announce when your home will be empty. Make sure you place a hold on newspaper and mail deliveries. A full mailbox or several newspapers in your driveway are sure signs no one is home. Contact PPPD for a vacation watch check. An officer on patrol will check your home during the course of their shift. Many credit/bank cards are now equipped with radio frequency identification chips, which makes stealing your information easier for high-tech scammers. Consider using a RFID blocking wallet, purse or case. Only take what you will need. Leave the extra credit/ bank cards at home. Do you really need your social security card or birth certificate with you? If not, leave it at home. Take photocopies or a picture of all the information in your wallet. That includes front and back photos of your credit/bank cards, I.D., passport, etc. Keep the copies in a safe place, not your wallet or purse. Most importantly, if anything does happen, act fast. Contact the bank or credit card company as well as the credit reporting bureaus. If your ID is stolen, file a police report immediately. This is necessary for creating a paper trail as well as a time frame for the theft. If traveling overseas and your passport is lost or stolen, contact the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. They can help you with a replacement. You should also call the local police and file a report. — Joe Miller Palos Park Chief of Police
Rename Navy Pier after Jane Byrne
was in the studios of WBEZ Radio, reminiscing with reporters there for a series they are doing on the politics that made it possible for Barack Obama to become America’s first black president. I kind of liked Obama, but I don’t believe that Obama rose on the struggle of African Americans in politics, led by many — including, most important, the late Mayor Harold Washington. Washington became Chicago’s first black mayor purely as a result of luck. He had run for mayor before and didn’t do very well, but in 1983, he threw his hat in the confusion of the 1978-79 mayoral election and beat out two selfishly focused rivals, Richard M. Daley and Mayor Jane M. Byrne. But the conversations we taped also made me think about how under-respected Byrne really was. Yes, it’s true, I was not her favorite reporter and I was constantly in conflict with her and her administration. That was the nature of the politics at the time. I had drank and believed all the BS about Richie Daley, and had certainly been used by his team. And Jane Byrne also was responsible for the conflict, making many of her decisions based on personality issues, anger and suspicion. Before arriving at WBEZ last week, I had gone through my own cassette tape collection of interviews I did with all of the mayors, starting with Michael A. Bilandic, Byrne and Washington. The tapes on Bilandic really provide an eye-opener about the arrogance of
RAY HANANIA the Chicago Democratic Machine. They just didn’t want to believe they could lose, even though in the days before the February 1979 Democratic primary with Byrne, it was clear to insiders Bilandic was a goner. That accounted for his desperation when he spoke to two gatherings of the Machine’s precinct captains in early February at the Bismarck Hotel on Randolph and LaSalle streets. Bilandic said he was being persecuted the same way they persecuted the Shah of Iran and Jesus Christ. Bilandic was also always very reserved in his demeanor. But in trying to rally the captains and reminding them that a lot was at stake for the Machine and the city, he let his emotions go and his voice cracked often I listened to interviews with Byrne as she went from a reformer to ally of the “Evil Cabal of Men” that she campaigned against to win the election. The confrontational tone she had I guess was justified because of the constant harangue from all of the news media, including this minor community newspaper player. That battle overshadowed the many great things she did, including reviving Navy Pier, where WBEZ studios are now
located on the second floor. The NPR station used to have studios on Clark Street south of City Hall in the “Crow’s Nest.” You would take an elevator to the top floor of the building then walk up two flights to the old WBEZ studios. It made me think that Navy Pier really should be renamed in her honor. She did a lot to change things. Obama is getting his library on Chicago’s Southeast Side near his home. But Obama rose on his own luck and his election really had nothing to do with Washington’s success in getting more votes than Byrne or Daley in 1983. Had Jack Ryan not dropped out of the race for the U.S. Senate and the Republicans chosen someone more credible than African American gadfly Alan Keyes, Obama would never have won in 2004. Obama had the talent and was a great orator, but it wasn’t until unpredictable luck fell in his lap that he skyrocketed to fame. Yet, I still can’t forget how hard others worked with very little recognition for their efforts. Byrne deserves more than a confusing expressway intersection. Now that Daley is out of office and his hate of her is out of the way, the city should look at her history and rename Navy Pier in her honor. It’s the right thing to do. Ray Hanania is an award-winning columnist, author and former Chicago City Hall reporter. Email him at rghanania@gmail.com.
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Franklins Public House gastro pub coming this fall
Mike LaMarche, of LaMarche Electric Co. in New Lenox, installs exterior lighting at Franklins House, a gastro pub under construction at 12306 S. Harlem Ave. in Palos Heights. The name is said to honor the history of the location, which once was a Ben Franklin variety store. Michael Coogan, the developer who owns the mixed-use building that also includes The Shoppes and Diane’s Place, told The Regional News that Franklins House will open in midto late fall. Photo by Anthony Caciopo
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Lucky Hot Dog opens in Tinley Park A new hot dog joint has opened in the retail strip at 171st Street and 80th Avenue in Tinley Park. The Lucky Hot Dog opened in late June at 8020 W. 171st St., which was the longtime home of JR’s Hot Dogs. JR’s closed earlier this year when its owners decided to retire after 17 years. Lucky’s menu includes hot dogs, burgers and salads along with the usual sides and an assortment of ice cream and milk shakes. The eatery features a drive-through lane and outdoor patio dining area. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday. For information, call 708-263-0130.
Cooper’s Hotdogs closes in Burbank Cooper’s Hotdogs closed without much warning earlier this month at 5403 W. 79th St. in Burbank. According to signs on the doors and drive-through menu, the restaurant closed permanently on July 8. The signs thanked customers for their “patronage and friendship.” There was no word about the closing on the elevated street sign, which still advertised a Chicago Dog with fries for $2.90. It became Cooper’s Hotdogs on Halloween in 2015. Prior to that it had been the longtime home of a JR’s Hot Dogs. The eatery was popular for its cheese fries.
County approves tax incentives Cook County commissioners last week approved five proposals from President Toni Preckwinkle’s Bureau of Economic Development that will provide tax incentives to businesses in Cook County. The incentives, which will either create new jobs or save existing ones, were approved for Countryside, Bridgeview, Dolton and South Holland.
BOB BONG As a result of redevelopment activities, these incentives should support the creation of an estimated 41 new private sector full-time jobs, retain an estimated 80 full-time jobs and support 53 construction jobs. “The companies receiving these incentives have demonstrated their commitment to our communities and residents,” Preckwinkle said. “I’m pleased that we are able to use our tax incentive tools to either keep or expand businesses in Cook County.” In Bridgeview, the Class 6b proposal was approved for Speed Machine, 8430 S. 77th Avenue. The company makes custom-fabricated components and process equipment for the food and beverage industries. The proposal was expected to create two full-time jobs and retain one full-time job, with two construction jobs supported. In Countryside, the Class 6b proposal was approved for Perfect Aire & ILLCO, 5401 Dansher Road, which is a supplier, distributor and warehouser of air conditioning units. The company will be relocating and expanding into a 40,000-squarefoot facility. The move is expected to create 28 full-time jobs and retain 47 full-time jobs, with five construction jobs supported. If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com.
FASHION CHAT
A closer examination of ‘feminist fashion’
Our current geopolitical climate is as tumultuous as a boiling pot of water. Everything becomes a debate, a raucous standoff, a Twitter storm, or an example of gasp-inducing contradiction. At the epicenter of a recent fashion showdown was President Trump’s daughter, Ivanka. On July 8 at the recent G20 summit in Hamburg, Germany, Ivanka sat in on a panel discussion titled “Launch Event Women’s Entrepreneur Finance Initiative.” She wore a blush pink dress by red-carpet favorite designer Roksanda and sandal heels by Stuart Weitzman. In an elegant iteration of a popular trend, the 3/4 sleeves ended in a ruffle accented by a large bow in the same color. Apparently, this expression rubbed a certain self-proclaimed feminist the wrong way. MSNBC pundit Joan Walsh proclaimed her ardent distaste for the outfit as a misrepresentation of “true feminism.” She told host Thomas Roberts on MSNBC, “I don’t mean to sound sexist,” and proceeded to argue, “The message that she’s sending about her own value, about her place in the White House, and about the place of women in this administration, is really frightening.” She concluded, “That is a dress that is designed to show off your girlyness. Show it off, but don’t then tell us that you’re crusading for an equal place for women at the table, because you’re not.” Roberts then inquired with sincerity, “So you can’t be a feminist and be girly at the same time?” This televised discussion has caused strong reactions from all sides. People point out that Joan Walsh made her remarks while wearing makeup, jewelry and with her dyed brown hair in order to look younger. Others, like Chet Cannon, tweeted to highlight the fact that Michelle Obama has worn numerous pink ensembles with large bows, frills and ruffles to political events. Still, other commenters dodged a position in that debate by arguing simply that Ivanka had no place being at the event at all. In our culture characterized by intense political correctness, complex gender-redefinition and the ubiquitous battle for wealth and power, this certainly adds to the discussion. On the one hand, Ivanka Trump was present at the meeting for the express purpose of advancing the cause at hand, female empowerment by way of entrepreneurship. Fashion and donning garb that is “girly” or ac-
CAROLINE FOREMAN cents the inherent beauty of the female form may be viewed as a distraction or obstruction to the desired progress. On the other hand, according to Walsh, women should be expected to essentially retreat from appearing womanly in order to convince others they are sincere in their broader goals. Also, despite what she claimed to want to avoid, reducing a woman’s role, actions, and efforts to a discussion on her appearance is pretty darn sexist. That is what should be considered “truly frightening,” to be sure. Many more questions arise here. What then does Walsh assert that women are expected to wear to significant events such as this? Suits? In effect, clothing more closely resembling that of a man? Why should a woman be expected to resort to a style less representative of herself when seeking to advance “her own value,” “her place,” or “the place of women” in an organization? This flies in the face of our rich history of empowerment coupled with today’s prominent embrace of all forms of self-expression. Magazines and the media tell us feminism today is Kendall Jenner flashing her nipples, designers integrating hair-covering hijabs into fashions, Lena Dunham not having her lingerie-clad body photo retouched, or wearing t-shirts that assert “THE FUTURE IS FEMALE.” One could most assuredly argue these are merely examples of desperate publicity seeking and/or trendy consumerism. “Feminist fashion” is a term that should, in every spectrum, signify fashion that lends itself to the wearer’s full embrace of female strength in action. I encourage you to ruminate about the state of feminist fashion and its dynamic role in today’s culture. Caroline Foreman is a fashion model, writer and critic.
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Financial moves for empty nesters
When your children leave home and you become an “empty nester,” you’ll probably make several adjustments in your lifestyle. But how will your empty nest status affect your financial situation? Everyone’s story is different, involving a range of variables. But here are a few issues to consider: • Insurance: If your kids are through school, your mortgage is nearly paid off and your spouse has accumulated a reasonable amount of money in an employer-sponsored retirement plan, you may not need life insurance to replace income or pay off debts. However, you might start thinking about other goals, such as ensuring your savings will last your lifetime or leaving a legacy to your loved ones or a charity. Life insurance may be able to help in these areas. • Downsizing: Deciding whether to downsize your living space isn’t just a financial decision – it’s also a highly personal one. Still, downsizing can offer you some potential economic benefits. For one thing, if you still are paying off your mortgage, a move to a smaller place could free up some of your monthly cash flow, which, again, you could use to boost your retirement accounts. Furthermore, if your home has greatly appreciated in value, you might make a sizable profit by selling. (If you are single, you may be able to exclude $250,000 of the gain on the sale of your home; married couples may have a $500,000 exemption. Some restrictions exist on this exemption, though, so you’ll need to consult with your tax advisor before selling.) • Estate plans: Years ago, you might have made various arrangements in a will or a living trust that dealt with taking care of your children if something should happen to you and your spouse. For example, you might have established a trust and directed it to make payments to your children at certain times and for certain purposes, such as education. But once your children are grown and have left your home, you may need to review and update your estate plans.
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Keep in mind, though, that “empty nester” status is not always permanent. You’ve no doubt heard about “boomerang” kids who return home after college and stay until they can afford a place of their own. If your children become “boomerangers,” even for a short while, will it greatly affect your financial situation? Probably not. However, if your children are going to drive your car, you may want to be sure that they are listed on your car insurance. Also, if they are going to bring guests to your home, you might want to consider an “umbrella” insurance policy, which typically provides you with significantly greater liability protection than your regular homeowners policy. (In fact, it may be a good idea to purchase an umbrella policy even if you don’t have grown kids at home, as this coverage offers you wide-ranging protection from potentially devastating lawsuits that could arise from injuries on your property or through an auto accident in which you are involved.) You may have mixed feelings about becoming an empty nester, but, like most people, you will adjust. And by making the right financial moves, you can get off to a good start on this new phase of your life. 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.
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 Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Paralejas Anthony, 7906 Wheeler Dr, $257,000; Gecan Danny Ind Extr to Smith Erin, 8025 Braeburn Ln, $250,000; Harding James R to Palermo Michael, 9105 144th Pl, $245,000; Pilarczyk Mark E to Mossman Richard K, 15621 82nd Ave, $266,500; Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Pisarczyk Miroslaw, 15124 Evergreen Dr, Unit #33C, $115,000; Swanson Jennlifer Lynn to Catania Raymond P, 7667 Sycamore Dr, $326,500; Weber Nicholas J to Deaton Chase, 15665 Wild Rose Ln, Unit #11, $160,000; Charfli Marah to Wojcik Wojciech, 15253 Catalina Dr, Unit #152533, $121,000; Baar Keith R Tr to Kaladi Ali, 7508 Willowood Ct, Unit #35, $147,000; Sayger Brian to Hamdallah Abdallah M, 8080 143rd Pl, $355,000; Nomellini Mary E Tr to Pandya Elizabeth, 11601 Brook Hill Dr, $271,000; Heidegger Barbara Trust to Kilanowski Jane G, 17848 Columbus Ct, Unit #24, $232,500; Pangopoulos Bill to Alexander-Anyaogu Nicole K, 15500 Cherryhills Ct, $290,000; Fischer Michelle Adm to Hamlin Grp Inc, 7505 Tiffany Dr, Unit #3C, $50,500; Wohlberg Andrew S to Spond Daniel J, 17425 Westbrook Dr, $342,000; Bayview Loan Servicing LLC to Copack Irene V, 9158 Clairmont Ct, Unit #124, $133,000; Sullivan Robert D to Arias Michael, 9151 Frances Ln, $281,000; Wilmington Trust to L&P Home Solutions LLC, 16801 Robinhood Dr, $145,000; Gianakos Toula to Al Allan Ibsan, 10 Ruggles Ct, $275,000;
Mortgage Rates Around the Area United Trust Bank (as of July 24)
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Yearsich Michael A to Kimmey Michael F, 14536 S Humphrey Dr, Unit #2A6, $120,000; Orland 27 LLC to Beechen & Dill Homes Inc, 15200 West Ave, $780,000; Kim Tony Tr to Gil-Chacon Consuedla, 10608 Golf Rd, $252,500; Beechen Dill Homes Inc to Dagres Natalie, 15200 West Ave, $575,500; American Resid Leasing Co LLC to JVA IL LLC, 16741 88th Ave, $163,000; Ciurej Donald F Tr to Anastasia Michael A, 10804 Louetta Ln, Unit #10, $265,500; Zorbas John to Gut Elizabeth J, 13629 S Logan Dr, $336,000; Quinn Katelyn M to Manilla Fatjon, 15712 Sunset Ridge Dr, Unit #157121N, $145,000; Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Chowaniec Tomasz, 15520 116th Ct, $235,000. Palos Heights Annweiler Daniel J to Hasan Louaie, 12629 London Ln, Unit #102, $130,000;
Bosco Lawrence D to Aburomi Amin I, 6012 W 127th St, $175,000; Donovan Charles F to Richards Timothy R, 12711 S Shoshone Rd, $288,000; First Midwest Bk Tr to Nasser Ismail, 6114 W 129th St, $259,000; Gianakakis Mary to Kittana Adib, 7406 W Ute Ln, $400,000; Land James J Tr to Engeln Bernard J Tr, 13302 S Oakview Ct, Unit #133021ER, $205,000; Brakowski Angelica to Reich Adrian, 12143 S 71st Ave, $285,000; Bell Maxine Tr to Mahmoud Mohammad, 2600 S Harlem, Unit #98104, $63,500. Palos Park Hahn Choong-Yop to Koby Const Grp Inc, 8007 129th St, $231,000; Troy Mary Ellen to Baker Deborah, 9813 W Mill Dr, Unit #E1L39, $150,000; Marx George M to Haberkorn John P, 8419 121st St, $485,000.
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Dealing with dogs that bite JOHN FLEMING
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Dear Readers, Week-in and week-out for 36 years I’ve been dealing with dogs that bite. We have dogs every day that try to nail us. Consequently, my reflexes are better than that of most 20-year-olds. We are quick to use muzzles when we think we need to and this reduces the number of bites our staff sustains. It’s part of our job and we are highly sensitized and prepared. Occasionally we drop our guard and suffer the consequences. Unfortunately, most people, and especially children, don’t have our experience and end up injured. Let me tell you about two guys who are representative of hundreds of men I have dealt with over the years. I will change the names to protect the stupid. The first guy, let’s call him John, had a 125-pound large, aggressive dog named Pongo. I worked military dogs for several years as well as police dogs for 36 years and I’m comfortable about how I protect myself, the handler and my staff. Whenever John came in with Pongo we would appropriately muzzle him and go about our veterinary duties. John and I became friends and I enjoyed when he and Pongo would come in to see us. After about a year of treating Pongo I found out that his wife was terrified of the dog. Pongo would menace her and she lived in a low state of fear of the dog. Off and on I would discuss euthanizing the dog and John would have no part of that conversation. As the years went by the conversations in the room between the three of us would become more intense. I’d say “John, you’re not being fair to your wife here.” She’d be standing there crying and he’d say, “This is my damn dog and no one is going to make me put him down! The dog stays! She can move out!” I don’t have time here to tell you how uncomfortable the discussions would be or how many of them there were. I finally gave up and just kept my mouth shut after a while. About a year later I heard that John was in the hospital. Turns out the dog was going for one of his grandchildren and fortunately he saw that action and he jumped between the child and the dog. The kid was saved but John was messed up pretty badly. Several days later we euthanized the dog. Bob was a new client and he seemed truly disappointed in his office visit with me last month. His dog had put his wife into the hospital for three days as a result of a mauling. I went through the whole mantra about dog bites; the ethical considerations of keeping a dangerous dog as well as the very real financial implications stemming from lawsuits (better have really good homeowner’s insurance). What he really wanted was for me to give him “some pills” to keep the dog from biting
It doesn’t take a very large dog to do this type of damage. This photo is used with permission from a children’s hospital out east.
people. I told him that no veterinarian under my employ is allowed to give the owner of an aggressive dog medication to treat that aggression. I do not want any dog owner walking out of this clinic’s front door with medication that they think will keep their dog from biting. Can you just hear the attorney saying, “Dr. Fleming, you are a professional, right? My client is just a normal pet owner and doesn’t have your understanding of dog behavior. My client was under the impression that the medication you dispensed for Killer would make him safe to be around children. The first thing we are going to take is your boat, then your house, then your clinic. And believe me, juries will think you have deep pockets and when they see this little kid’s face you’re going to be screwed. Now how much do you want to settle for?” In my experience it’s almost always the guy who gets defiant and refuses to put his dog down — “dammit to hell!” The women are more tuned in to the need to protect others and are smarter. Guys can be just stupid. My stories are simple—the vet who died in Maryland from a dog bite to his hand, my close vet friend who almost died when a pit bull in the exam room severed his femoral artery, the twentyyear-old vet tech in Dade County who had half her arm amputated due to an attack by a large dog that she was treating at her workplace. Most of the time I don’t see the human injuries. My nurse clients who work for plastic surgeons around here can tell you a lot more. Like I said, at the risk of losing their job, no vet who works here is going to give a client any medication for aggression. Bob was disappointed in me and I doubt if he’ll be back. I tried to refer him to a licensed DVM who is certified in dog behavior and who might give him “the pills” that he wanted but he had no interest in pursuing expensive consultations with someone on the North Side of Chicago. He’ll probably go down the street and try to get some meds for someone else for his walking time bomb. “The price of wisdom is above rubies” — Job 28:18
Tickets available for PAWWs fundraiser set for August A fundraiser to benefit Paws Assisting Wounded Warriors (PAWWs) is set for 2 to 8 p.m. Aug. 5 at the Glen Maker American Legion Post 1160, 10739 S. Ridgeland, Chicago Ridge. Tickets are $20 at the door and include food, a cash bar, dog demonstrations and raffles. All
proceeds will go to PAWWs, a non-profit that acquires and trains dogs to serve the physical and mental health needs of veterans living with traumatic brain injuries or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. For more information, call (708) 369-1981.
St. Coletta’s annual golf invitational is set for Aug. 9
The 28th annual Kennedy Men’s and Women’s Golf Invitational is set for Wednesday, Aug. 9th at the Crystal Tree Golf and Country Club, 10700 W. 153rd St., Orland Park. Individual registration is $500 or $2,000 per team. The event is a fundraiser for St. Coletta’s, Tinley Park, which serves adults and children with developmental disabilities. Registration will start at 11 a.m., with lunch at 11:30 a.m. featuring creations of St. Coletta’s culinary students. Golfing starts shotgun style at 1:30 p.m. Cocktails with hors d’oeuvres will be served at 6 p.m. The raffle drawing will be held, and prizes will be awarded to the best men’s and women’s golf teams. During the event, participants will have a chance to win a new Lexus or Cadillac with a holein-one contest. Raffle tickets are
also available for $100 each. The grand prize is the Lexus Champions of Charity three-day golf experience at Pebble Beach, Calif. To register or for more information call Nichole O’Keefe at (708) 342-5242. Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Coletta’s of
Illinois Foundation is a non-profit organization, providing support and funding for children and adults with developmental disabilities in the areas of residential care, educational programs, medical care, vocational services, religious and pastoral care, and specialized facilities.
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Frances Watson, 104, of Worth, died July 19, 2017. Franceszka “Frances” Watson was born in Syracuse, N.Y. on March 7, 1913, seven months after her parents, Stanislaw and Maryanna Dluzen, and their two sons came to America from partitioned Poland seeking a better life. The family moved to Chicago, settling on the far south side. In 1922, after giving birth to two more children, Maryanna died. Frances and her two younger siblings were sent to St. Hedwig Industrial School, an orphanage in Niles. There she learned to read and write in both English and Polish, winning an award for the highest academic achievement in her eighth-grade graduating class. She had to leave the orphanage in 1929 at age 16, landing a job on the day the stock market crashed, Oct. 29, 1929 — a job she held for the next 14 years. She bought a sewing machine and taught herself to sew, making most of her own clothes and her sister’s wedding gown. In June, 1943 at the Trianon Ballroom, she met Alexander Gray Watson, a widower with two small children, and married him on Dec. 30 that same year. Frances relished being a
wife, mother and homemaker. She took joy in everything she did and never had an unkind word to say about anyone or to anyone. In 1946, the family moved from Chicago to Evergreen Park, 9824 S. St. Louis Ave. At that time, there were so few houses that the family could see all the way to 99th Street and Kedzie Avenue from the upstairs window of the house. Wild pheasants would sometimes land in the yard. The family watched Evergreen Plaza being built. In 1959, the family moved from Evergreen Park to Worth. Frances’s husband, Alexander, died in 1995, and all three of Frances’s siblings preceded her in death. Mrs. Watson is survived by three children: Alexander William Watson, Margaret Janet Dehne and MaryFrances Watson, as well as seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, a niece and three nephews. Frances always had a smile on her face. She truly lived a joyful life. Service were held Tuesday at Palos Park Presbyterian Community Church, of which she was a member. Interment took place at Chapel Hill Gardens South.
DEATH NOTICES Dennis A. Intrieri Orland Park resident Dennis A. Intrieri, 72, died Monday at South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest. Visitation will be available today from 3 to 9 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave., Orland Park. Funeral services will take place tomorrow beginning at 9:15 a.m. at Colonial Chapel, followed
by 10 a.m. Mass at St. Billiart Church, 7399 W. 159th St., Tinley Park. Entombment will follow at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Mr. Intrieri, a retired salesman for a title insurance company, is survived by his wife, Kimberly G. (nee Paterack); sons, Charles and Scott (Joanna); daughter, Andrea; sister, Carole Wilson and seven grandchildren.
Palos Library Day at Aug. 2 Farmers Market
The Friends of the Palos Heights Library will be joining the Palos Heights Farmers Market on Wednesday, August 2. The group will be promoting the August book sale scheduled for August 4 to 8. A Friends membership will allow you entrance to the preview night on August 4. Stop by the tent for more information about Friends of the Library membership, the upcoming sale and for freebies. The Palos Heights Library will also join the market from 10 a.m. to noon. Story hour begins at 10 a.m. Information about all the upcoming fall programs and special events will be available and giveaways will be offered. Sign up for a library card on site, and check out library materials at the market. Rita Schultz with her Day Dreamer Jewelry will also be at the Community Tent. Come see her handcrafted, one-of-a-kind unique bracelets, earrings and necklaces. On Aug. 9, as a tribute to National Farmers Market Week, and in anticipation of Illinois Philharmonic’s (IPO) upcoming season at Trinity Christian College, a string quartet from IPO will perform a concert of well-known classical favorites at the Palos Heights Farmers Market from 9:45 to 11:25 a.m. A rain date of Aug. 16 has been scheduled. Every imaginable summer fruit and vegetable is at the market, 12217 S. Harlem Ave. Produce available includes all varieties of berries, cherries, apricots, plums, peaches, nectarines, melons and watermelons, peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, tomatoes, beans, beets, carrots, eggplant, onions, corn and more. A large selection of food items is also at the market on a weekly basis. They include breads, multiple types of bakery items, pies, noodles, cheeses, eggs, butter, jams, jellies, local honey, olive
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A wide variety of fruits and vegetables are on display each week at the Palos Farmers Market.
oils, vinegars, beef, pork, chicken, salsas, pasta and BBQ sauces and Italian peppers. Also available are three different varieties of ready to-eat-tamales, pizza and pizza products, readyto-bake pizza, pesto, organic and vegan frozen vegetable patties, soups, desserts, coffee and lattes, peanuts and roasted cashews. Multiple varieties of maple syrup and syrup products are on hand. Our vendors also have beautiful perennial and annual plants, herbs and fresh-cut flowers. Finally, get ready for summer barbecues and parties with products available at the Pampered Chef. The “chef” has everything you will need. The market’s Facebook page will showcase all available produce at the start of the market day. Search Facebook for Palos Heights Farmers Market. Shop early for best selection. Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program coupon applications continue to be taken at PLOWS Council on Aging, 7808 W. College Dr. in Palos Heights. The booklets are available to low-income seniors on a first-come basis. The coupons are good for purchases at the Lyons and Zeldenrust farm stands at the market. Please call PLOWS at (708) 361-0219 for more information. Face painting continues to be
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offered every week from 9 a.m. to noon. Young market guests can pick their favorite design. While at the City Tent, make sure to pick up and have endorsed your frequent shopper card. All completed frequent shopper cards are entered into a gift certificate raffle at the end of July, August and September. All completed cards will be entered into the year-end market raffle on October 18, the last day of the outdoor market. Receive double credit on your card every week for donations of either canned goods or fresh produce. Canned donations are given to Palos Methodist Church Food Pantry, 12108 S. Harlem Ave. in Palos Heights. Fresh produce is delivered to Operation Blessing, 4901 W. 128th Pl. in Alsip. Also while at the City Tent, pick up this week’s recipe, “Summer Cucumber and Tomato Soup” courtesy of Dr. John Principe of Wellbeing MD Center for Life. This and some previous years’ recipes will be available. Previous years’ recipes can also be found at wellbeingmd.com and palosheights.org. New to the market in 2017, farmers market gift certificates are available for purchase. They make great gifts! They can be purchased for $5 and can be used at the vendors. The market would like to thank this year’s Palos Heights Farmers Market sponsors. They include Dr. John Principe of Wellbeing MD Center for Life; Palos Health; The Private Bank; CNB Bank and Trust; United Trust Bank; City of Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz; Running for Kicks; Golden Shoes and Camille’s Confections. Additional information about the market can be found at palosheights.org and on Facebook. Call (708) 361-1800 or email farmersmarket@palosheights.org to learn more.
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The Center features figure-drawing workshop CROSSWORD PUZZLE
The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, has announced a slate of activities for the days ahead. For more information or to register for a program, call (708) 361-3650. • A figure-drawing workshop will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Instructor Susan Flanagan asks students to bring a choice of drawing materials to draw from a fully clothed model. Instruction will be given on proportion of the figure and face, as well as drawing technique. The workshop fee is $25 plus a $5 model fee. • Photography Workshop— Scavenger Hunt is set from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 29 and is open to students in grades four through 10. This workshop puts a twist on a normal scavenger hunt. Instructor Lauren Becker will give students a unique list of items around The Center to photograph as well as certain ways some need to be photographed. Participants are asked to come dressed for rain or shine, as students will hike to the farm, labyrinth and forest. Students may bring any type of camera to work with. The workshop fee is $17. • Family Art Class: Creative
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Materials Exploration Workshop is scheduled from 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Aug. 1. Instructor Karen Signore asks students to bring imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills and she will provide a large variety of recycled and artistic materials for making sculptures, buildings, robots, machines, people and other ideas. The workshop fee is $10 per person. • A Plein Aire Sketch and Watercolor class will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. Instructor Lois Hrejsa and art students will work on the grounds of The Center for this meeting. Painting and drawing is scheduled until 12:30 p.m., when the group breaks for lunch, followed by a group critique. Students are asked to bring art supplies and a folding stool or chair.
Pre-registration is required and is necessary to receive a detailed schedule with exact locations and lunch details. These classes are for students with some art experience. The class fee is $22 per session and the group will meet at The Center prior to the beginning of class. • Zig Zag Bracelet workshop takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4. Zig Zag bracelets are made with miyuki beads, metal rings, and are finished off with a tree of life button. Students may choose from four different colors to make this bracelet. Instructor Liz Credio will have on hand extra jewelry kits available to purchase. Children ages 12 and older may also register. The workshop fee is $13 plus a $12 materials fee.
CCSS Auxiliary to host nature walk benefit
The Crisis Center for South Suburbia Auxiliary will host a one-mile walk against domestic violence from 8:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 around Lake Katherine Nature Preserve and Botanic Gardens, 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights. Check-in will be at 8 a.m. The event will happen rain or shine. All proceeds benefit the services provided by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia, a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter, legal advocacy and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence. Registration is $15 per adult with either a check or money order payable to the CCSS Auxiliary. For those who cannot attend, donations will be accepted. All donations are tax deductible and can be sent to the CCSS
Auxiliary, P.O. Box 174 Palos Park, IL 60465, or will be accepted on the day of the event. The event is being sponsored by the Primetime Restaurant and Bar, Hickory Hills. For more information, call (708) 448-2419. The Crisis Center for South Surburbia Auxiliary membership is open for an application fee of $20 and a commitment to assist with fundraising events. Meetings are held quarterly at the Palos Heights Public Library. Three major events are held each year to raise funds, including a spring luncheon, the walk against domestic violence in August and a tag day at local businesses during October. Established as a fundraising arm of the CCSS in 2007, the CCSS Auxiliary is committed to promoting public awareness of the issue of domestic vio-
lence and the services provided to victims by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. In addition to increasing revenue through its fundraising events, the auxiliary provides opportunities for men and women to share their common commitment to helping victims of domestic violence. Since 2008, the auxiliary has donated more than $60,000 through its fundraising events that directly benefit individuals and families victimized by domestic violence served by the CCSS. These donations have made it possible to remodel and refurbish the shelter’s bathrooms, bedrooms and kitchen, and to provide educational scholarships and transportation and holiday dinners for the residents. For more information about the Auxiliary, contact Marie Kaminiski at Mariekam311@aol.com.
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1 Discussion 5 Untidy situation 9 Zodiac transition points 14 “The Time Machine” people 15 Fairly large fair 16 Guitarist Eddie Van __ 17 Reddish horse 18 Birthstone for many Libras 19 Stopped snoozing 20 Chicago bluesman nicknamed for the creek he played in as a child 23 “The Raven” poet 24 Tenth of ten in a race 25 Harvest machine 27 Filled with cargo 30 Wise guy sometimes “wearing” pants? 32 Magnate Onassis 33 Fancy wineglass 36 Pretty good 39 Little more than 41 Find another purpose for 42 Biker’s distance unit 43 Enjoys a buffet 44 Walked proudly 46 Mo. city on the Miss. 47 New Haven alumni 49 “The Boy Who Cried Wolf ” storyteller 51 Daily food allowance 53 Bungee __ 55 Bus station abbr. 56 Ill-gotten gains 62 Damp 64 Fifth of 13 popes 65 Use gentle persuasion on 66 Game show host 67 Soft French cheese 68 Work the copy desk 69 Bare 70 Agile 71 Family rooms
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4 Reader with Paperwhite and Fire models 5 Kitty cries 6 Political exile, for short 7 Tiny tiff 8 Shoe bottom 9 Beer drunk after a shot 10 Detroit labor gp. 11 Greeting from an affectionate dog 12 Black tea variety 13 Disdainful grin 21 Yin partner 22 Not family-friendly, moviewise 26 Molecule part 27 Flimsy, as an excuse 28 Wallpaper hanger’s calculation 29 Fast one 30 Fails to enunciate 31 “You’ve Made __ Very Happy”: 1969 Blood, Sweat & Tears hit
Aug. 2. Students are invited meet other students from their high school. Students will have the chance to compare schedules and ask other students questions about their school. Students of all high school grade levels are welcome to attend. • Students are invited to “Organize Your Time with the Intellect Learning Center” from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. Students will learn how to effectively manage their time, tasks, and extracurricular activities. • Outdoor expeditions will be offered to high school students only from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. Students will go fishing, experience archery and paddling, and contribute to environmental conservation while meeting hundreds of other teens. • A meet-and-greet for middle school students only will be held from 3 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. Students are invited meet other students from their middle school. Students will have the chance to compare schedules and ask other students questions about their school. • An advanced writing class will focus on creating strong scenes from 5 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 3. An editor for a publishing company will coach students on how to develop strong scenes in their writing. • Giant game night will be hosted from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4. Students are invited to a night of giant games with a live performance from a punk rock band, The Magnifiers. Meijer will provide free food samples.
Book sale set at Palos Heights Public Library
Several activities for the week ahead have been announced at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. For more information or to register for a program, call (708) 448-1473. • “Getting Started on AncestryLibrary.com” is scheduled for 2 p.m. Monday, July 31. Librarian Beth Stevens will show participants how to get the most from the popular resource. • The Friends of the Library will hold their semi-annual book sale from Aug. 4-8 with a selection of books, audiobooks, movies, music, magazines and more for children and adults. All
proceeds from the sale will go to the Friends of the Library. A Friends membership from 2017 will allow entrance to Preview Night, set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4. Hours for the general public are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5; 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Aug. 7 and 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Aug. 8 (bag sale). • Several clubs meet each Tuesday at the library, including the Needle Club (for knitting and crocheting) from 10 a.m. to noon, Scrabble Club from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Conference Room and the Mahjong Club from 1 to 4 p.m. Participants are asked to register because space is limited.
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The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Ct., Orland Park, offers several free events for teens in seventh through 12th grade. For more information call (708) 532-0500. • Girls Night In with Trugurt (girls only) runs from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, July 28. Girls’ Night In is one of The Bridge Teen Center’s annual signature events. This event is designed for girls in seventh through 12th grades, focusing on inner and outer beauty through a variety of stations. Students will experience interactive stations with more 100 others during this night. • Guys Night In with Dunkin’ Donuts (boys only) is set from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, July 29. Students are invited to a night of bonding and games. There will be free food samples provided by Dunkin’ Donuts. • Open Studio: 3D Art is scheduled from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1. Students will design their own three-dimensional sculpture with unique and unusual items. • A drop-in smoothie bar will be open from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 1. Students can stop by and enjoy a smoothie at The Bridge. There is no need to sign-up. • Students are invited to hang out on National Ice Cream Sandwich Day from 1 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2. Students are invited to experience a program or come hang out on this unique holiday. • A meet-and-greet for high school students only will be held from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday,
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The 2017 winning Capstone team came from the environmental group researching the diminishing bee population. Eighth graders Matt Sekula, Karol Para, and Dunia Salem met with local beekeepers, broadcast informational podcasts, and helped raised funds for bee preservation by selling “Beegrams” at Palos South. Additionally, Sekula and Para have been working on a bee preservation book they are hoping to publish in the fall, with fellow Palos South classmate Evelyn Hosana assisting with the artwork.
Palos 118 earns ‘District of Distinction’ recognition
Palos School District 118 was recently recognized by District Administration magazine with a 2017 Districts of Distinction award for their eighth grade Capstone program at Palos South Middle School. Districts of Distinction is a national annual recognition program created by District Administration magazine to honor school districts that are leading the way with new ideas that work. They also recognize established initiatives that are yielding quantifiable benefits, and that could be replicated by other districts. Launched in 2015, Palos South’s Capstone Program affords eighth grade students the opportunity to work in small teams to select and explore a problem of local significance, spending a semester working with their team and outside subject matter experts to develop a solution to their identified problem. Teams conduct site visits throughout the semester to collect data and perform field research used to formulate their proposed
solutions. At the end of the semester, the eighth grade Capstone teams present their findings and proposed solutions during Capstone Day. The problem-based learning program is voluntary and open to all students. Participants attend class twice per week before the regular school day. Last year 94 students enrolled, and this year 118 students are participating in the Capstone program. Nearly half of eighth grade students elected to enroll in the program. Student proposals have resulted in the installation of a solar panel financed through a $7,700 competitive grant from the Illinois Clean Energy Foundation. Additionally, water filtration systems were installed to reduce plastic water bottle waste in the school. Palos Heights accepted an “Adopt a Pot” planter sponsorship program and today, 44 planters enhance the downtown area, making the shopping district more pleasant for consumers and profitable for business owners.
SCHOOL NOTEBOOK Andrew theater students traveling to Scotland Andrew High School theater students will be putting on a production of “Somebody Catch My Homework,” at 6:30 p.m. today, July 27 at Andrew High School Performing Arts Center, 9001 W. 171st St., Tinley Park. The tickets are $5 and can be bought at the door. They will present the play just a few days later at the 2017 Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Edinburgh, Scotland. “Somebody Catch My Homework” follows the everyday lives of fourth graders. Unlike a traditional musical, where the actors would break into song, in this production, they will break into poetry. The children’s show will be the only one they do before they bring it to Scotland. While in Scotland, the students will not only be able to perform their show, they will be able to watch other student productions, sight-see, as well as take in all of the history that Scotland has to offer. Alongside VJA Auditorium Director Lisa Gonwa, students will have the opportunity to see the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo at the Edinburgh Castle, participate in a traditional Scottish Cedilidh dance at the University of Edinburgh, visit St. Andrews and Falkland Palace, climb Arthur’s
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Back to school health fair coming soon Orland Township will hold its annual back to school health fair from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 29 at 14807 S. Ravinia Ave, Orland Park. The fair assisted more than 300 students a year ago, township officials said, with such services as vaccinations required for school entry. Cool Cuts For Kids of Orland Park, 15230 S. LaGrange Road, will give free haircuts. Hot dogs and beverages will also be handed out free of charge by Orland Township administrators. Giveaways and raffles, games, prizes, face painting, school supplies, financial advice, nutrition tips and police and fire safety awareness tips are included in the event. For more information, call (708) 403-4222.
Incarnation School offers open enrollment Enrollment is now open at Incarnation School, 5705 W. 127th St., Palos Heights. Parents of preschoolers through eighth graders who are interested in giving their children a Catholic education are invited to call (708) 385-6250 to arrange a private tour. School begins Monday, Aug. 21.
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‘This is the guy’ Dawczak ready to take Marist football to the next level By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
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Chris Koll models off a crazy outfit for a breast cancer awareness theme in November during a St. Laurence football playoff game.
Bra-vo! I f you are a high school senior male, you don’t just wake up one day and say, “Hey! I’m going to the big football game today and I’ll wear a pink training bra, a pair of pink and white tight shorts and a big floppy hat. Oh, and I will paint the number ‘1’ on my stomach.’’ No, this kind of highbrow thinking takes planning. St. Laurence grad, athlete and super fan Chris Koll made it to 94 percent of the school’s football, basketball and baseball games in 2016-17. OK, he was on the basketball team for all 29 of the Vikings games, so he had to be there, but when it came to football and baseball games, he froze with those teams on some days and sweated with those teams on other days. He waited through rain delays and had to adjust his schedule with postponements. He was with them for blowout regular-season wins. He was with them for exciting postseason wins. And he was with them for heart-crushing, postseason losses — including the football team’s Class 6A state semifinal loss in Springfield and the baseball team’s 3-1 Class 4A Illinois High School Associa-
St. Laurence grad had fun and turned heads as fan and athlete JEFF VORVA Making the Extra Point
tion state semifinal loss to Edwardsville on June 9 in Joliet. And there was that crazy day that took some planning. It was Nov. 5, and the Burbank resident was ready to show up to the school’s stadium for a second-round playoff football game against Crete-Monee. Bra? Check. Tight shorts? Check Floppy hat? Check. Guts to walk among hundreds of peers in that getup? Check and double check. “When we came up with the theme about breast cancer awareness, I started texting girls I knew for the bra,” he said. “I texted them on Tuesday and the game was Saturday. I was ready to go.’’ And he said he made 23 bucks when other students wanted to stuff that bra with singles.
He also made $5 on a bet for baseball season. The Vikings played four games in Arizona but he vowed he would attend every game the Vikings played in Illinois. Now, it’s easy to be a super fan in football with a 9-to-14-game schedule. It’s a little tougher for basketball, but he was on the team bus all the time. He had to be there for all the games. But baseball? The late-afternoon starting times of many of the games and the weather make it a challenge to make every game. “I told the baseball team I was going to go to every game they played in Illinois and they told me I wouldn’t do it. Then I did it. “I was just messing with them at first,” he added. “Then when they said I couldn’t do it, I wanted to prove I could. I won a $5 bet that I could do it. I wanted to prove them all wrong. It was one of the best things I’ve ever done. It was so fun seeing them on the road and at home. It was just awesome.’’ When Koll was a freshman in 2013, he said his first game as a future super See VORVA, Page 3
Two hundred years after St. Marcellin Champagnat founded the Marist Brothers’ schools in Lyon, France, Chicago’s Marist High School principal Larry Tucker was in the same room in which Champagnat worked and came up with the idea. “It felt like the most powerful place in the world,’’ Tucker said. And he spent a few minutes in mid-July talking football in the historic building. He found out his nine-year football coach, Pat Dunne, was planning on resigning and was talking to the coach via cell phone. Meanwhile, back in Chicago… Ron Dawczak was busy concentrating on spending his fourth straight season as the freshman coach for the RedHawks. But when Dunne accepted a producer/sales job at Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., Tucker and Dunne talked a few more times, and on July 17 Dawczak was announced as the new coach 20 days before the start of practice. Dawczak is a Chicago Ridge native and 1993 graduate of Marist who was also a quarter-
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Soccer fans are going to be in heaven starting this weekend. Admittedly, Chicago is a Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Bulls and Blackhawks town with little fanfare going to soccer. And as well as the Chicago Fire has been playing, if you walk down the streets of Chicago and the suburbs and asked people to name two or three Fire players, smart money is that a large percentage will fail that test. But those in the Chicago area who are passionate about soccer? That’s a whole different story. Some of them could probably name every player on the Fire roster from the last 20 years. Chicago and Bridgeview will be the centers of the soccer universe for a five-day stretch starting Saturday, and those who love soccer should have a lot of fun. Those who are marginal fans should be entertained, too. Many of the side events are free. Some of the festivities include: • The PrivateBank Fire Pitch
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Chicago Fire stars Nemanja Nikolic and Bastian Schweinsteiger were voted in as starters for the MLS All-Star game, which takes place Wednesday at Soldier Field.
in Chicago will host a viewing party Saturday night and guests will be able to watch Real Madrid against FC Barcelona, the Chicago Fire against Sporting KC and the LA Galaxy against the Seattle Sounders.
• North Beach in Chicago will host MLS Beach Soccer from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday. • There will be a skills challenge presented by FIFA 18 from 5-to-7 p.m. Sunday at the Private Bank Fire Pitch.
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• The Men In Blazers will host a podcast at 6:30 p.m. Monday at the Harris Theater. • There is an MLS All-Star Concert at 8 p.m. Monday at Huntington Bank Pavilion at Northerly Island featuring X Ambassadors. • The MLS Homegrown Team challenges Chivas de Guadalajara’s Under-20 team at 7 p.m. at Toyota Park. • Finally, the main event. The MLS All-Stars battle Real Madrid at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Soldier Field. The game will be broadcast on FS1, UniMas, TSN and TVA Sports domestically as well as across 170 countries globally. The Fire’s Bastian Schweinsteiger and Nemanja Nikolic were voted in by fans as starters for the All-Stars. “I know how special it is to compete against Real Madrid,” said Schweinsteiger, an international star from Germany. “I think our players and fans will enjoy the experience.’’ Fire players Dax McCarty and See MLS, Page 2
BIG-TIME SOCCER PLAYED HERE In anticipation of the MLS All-Stars vs. Real Madrid on Wednesday at Soldier Field, mlssoccer. com came up with a list of the biggest soccer events held in the city and suburbs, in chronological order:
Oct. 1, 1984: NASL Soccer Bowl
The Chicago Sting beat the Toronto Blizzard 2-1 at Comiskey Park in the final North American Soccer League game ever.
June 17, 1994: The first World Cup match on US soil Germany beat Bolivia, 1-0 at Soldier Field in front of 63,000.
April 4, 1998: The first Chicago Fire MLS game
The Fire opened for business in the Major Soccer League with a 2-0 win over Tampa Bay in front of 36,444 as Frank Klopas scored both goals.
Oct. 20, 1998: Fire wins MLS title
The Fire won the MLS title game in its first year in the league with a 2-1 victory over Columbus at Soldier Field.
Aug. 5, 2006: Toyota Park hosts All-Star game
Toyota Park in Bridgeview hosted the 2006 game with the MLS beating Chelsea 1-0 with a goal by Dwayne De Rosario in the 70th minute.
June 24, 2007: US beats Mexico
Landon Donovan and Benny Feilhaber helped the US national team beat Mexico 2-1 at Soldier Field in the title game for the Gold Cup.
July 28, 2013: US beats Panama
The United States topped Panama 1-0 at Soldier Field for another Gold Cup title as reserve Brek Shea scored 42 seconds after entering the match.
June 7, 2016: US ignites Copa Centenario run
The US beat Costa Rica 4-0 at Soldier Field with goals from Clint Dempsey, Jermaine Jones, Bobby Wood and Graham Zusi.
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Pat Dunne, left, hands a football off to Ron Dawczak and also hands the reins as the Marist football coach to the Chicago Ridge native and Orland Park resident.
MLS is hosting a five-day soccer party By Jeff Vorva
back at the University of Chicago. In 1995, he led the team to an 8-2 record, which was the Maroons’ best record in 90 years. He set several passing records at the school, but only his long pass of 94 yards in a game against Washington in 1995 still stands. So instead of waking up early on Aug. 28 to coach the freshmen at Brother Rice in front of likely a few hundred fans, Dawczak will be the main man when Marist hosts the bitter neighborhood rival Crusaders the night before. Talk about a pressure-cooking debut. “I wouldn’t have it any other way,” said Dawczak, an Orland Park resident. “I played in big games against Brother Rice and now I get to coach in a big game against Brother Rice.’’ Dunne’s Marist teams were 71-31 in nine seasons with two Illinois High School Association Class 8A second-place finishes 2009 and 2015. Dawczak will go through a range of emotions when practice starts Aug. 7. “I’m excited for the opportunity,” he said. “There is no better
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CHICAGO FIRE ANALYSIS
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Fire deserves Bronx cheer after 2-1 loss to New York
Red Stars, weather and Dames were hot By Alison Moran Correspondent
By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
It’s tough to be over critical of a team that just had an 11-game unbeaten streak. But the way that streak was broken? That was not a very good effort for a team that was tied with Toronto with the best Major League Soccer record after a long layoff thanks to the CONCACAF break. The soccer gods were smiling on the Fire for its trip to Yankee Stadium on Saturday to take on the New York City FC. First, the Fire was well rested after not playing since July 5, while New York had to play a tough twogame-in-four-day stretch after drawing Toronto 2-2 on July 19. On a hot day in the Bronx, the rested team seemed to have the advantage. Second, New York’s Yangel Herrera picked up two yellow cards in the first 12 minutes and, including the extra time after each half, Chicago had an 11-on-10 advantage for 86 minutes. But none of that mattered. New York managed to hold off the Fire with a scoreless draw in the first half and scored a pair of goals in a three-minute stretch, hanging on for a 2-1 victory. The Fire (11-4-5, 38 points) looked to pass Toronto (which tied Colorado 1-1 Saturday night and entered this week 11-3-7 with 40 points) but instead lost ground. “They had more spirit than us and I think they wanted it more,’’ Fire coach Veljko Paunovic said. “And when you don’t have the right approach like we had the whole game…and having one man up very early, it’s an opportunity you cannot just let go. It’s not totally what NYC did as much as what we didn’t do. It’s all about us. Congrats to NYC but we weren’t sharp, we weren’t in the game. We didn’t have the right approach or spirit.’’ David Villa scored his 14th goal of the year in the 47th minute with a 50-yard goal and Fredric Brillant was brilliant as he got his head on a free kick from Maxi Moralez to extend the lead. His point-blank connection was denied by Fire goalie Matt Lampson, but a second effort pushed it into the net for a 2-0 advantage at the 50-minute mark. David Accam, who sat out the first half, gave the Fire some energy with a goal in the 54th minute, but
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David Accam scored his 11th goal of the season against New York FC on Saturday but the Fire lost 2-1 despite and 11-on-10 advantage for 86 minutes.
that was all the scoring in the match. It was his 11th goal of the season. Juninho almost knotted the game in the stoppage time but his shot hit the right post as New York (116-4) and former Fire goalie Sean Johnson celebrated a victory. The Fire, meanwhile, continued to struggle on the road with a 2-4-4 mark. It was the team’s first loss since April 29, when it dropped a 2-1 decision to the other team from the Big Apple — the New York Red Bulls. “We will lose games,’’ Accam said. “That’s part of the game. We have about 14 games more to go. For us, we will try to take the next game and win it. It’s part of the game to lose. The way we react in the next game is more important so we need to be sharper and try to win the next game.” It was the second time this year that the Fire failed to take advantage of a manpower advantage. On June 4 in Orlando, the Fire had a man advantage for 40
CHICAGO FIRE AT SPORTING KANSAS CITY WHEN: 7:30 p.m., Saturday WHERE: Children’s Mercy Park, Kansas City FIRE’S RECORD: 11-4-5 KC’S RECORD: 8-4-9 NOTEWORTHY: It’s a battle of two teams that are in second place in their respective conferences. KC’s Ike Opara is recovering from a concussion but cussed when he was left off the MLS All-Star team, as he left a profanity on Twitter regarding the slight. Since Fire coach Veljko Paunovic picked the reserves, Opara won’t have much trouble getting motivated if he plays.
minutes and a two-man advantage for 25 minutes and finished with a 0-0 draw against Orlando City. “When you play against 10 men, it sounds weird, but it’s not so easy and we didn’t do well,’’ the Fire’s Bastian Schweinsteiger said.
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Fire GM has ringing endorsement for All-Star Game By Jeff Vorva
in New York posing near a NASDAQ sign hawking the MLS.
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Chicago Fire General Manager Nelson Rodriguez helped build a winning team with some successful moves during the offseason and the early part of the season, and he’s getting a little notice in Chicago. Rodriquez rang the NASDAQ closing bell on Friday to give some publicity to the Major League Soccer Photo by the Chicago Fire All-Star Game and festivities, which Nelson Rodriguez, the general manager of the begins Saturday. The GM on Saturday was also seen Chicago Fire, poses in New York City on Saturday.
In the net Former longtime Fire goalie Sean Johnson was in the net for the New York City FC in Saturday’s 2-1 victory over his former team. Johnson was with the Fire from 2010 to 2016. His new team was a man down for 86 minutes of the match (including stoppage time) but still pulled off the victory. “No one dropped their head down when we went a man down,” Johnson told reporters after the game.
Aches and pains The Fire’s Bastian Schweinsteiger played the full game Saturday. He missed the team’s July 5 game against Portland with a right hip injury suffered in a July 1 win over Vancouver. Second-year defender Brandon Vincent was scratched before Saturday’s game in New York with a quad strain suffered during warmups. Michael Harrington suffered leg discomfort in the late stages of the game but was not pulled out of the game because the Fire used their allotted substitutions.
FOCUS ON COMMUNITY SPORTS
EP youth teams red hot in baseball and softball By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
It’s been a huge July for Evergreen Park baseball and softball teams as the community earned four state championships thus far. The first came when the Evergreen Park Baseball Club 10U won the Cal Ripken League state championship on July 9. The team had hopes of making it to the World Series over the weekend but couldn’t get out of regional action in Vincennes, Ind. The Evergreen Park Girls Softball League 12U All-Star team won a state title on July 18, beating Brown County in the Little League state championship in South Elgin. That squad heads to Indianapolis for Central Division finals play. Members of the team are
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Continued from Page 1 Johan Kappelhof also were selected as reserves. Other starters are Michael Bradley and Sebastian Giovinco (Toronto), Miguel Almiron and Greg Garza (Atlanta),
Maddie Davis, Analise Mulvihill, Nicole Reynolds, Olivia Jensen, Isabella Crespo, Bridget Murphy, Sam Paredes. Isabelle Harmon, April Kirts, Maura Racz, Annie Buckley and Keira Jarrett. First baseman Kerrigan Collins broke her hip playing this year and has been providing support to the team. The coaches are Jerry Mulvihill, Erin Davis and John Jensen. Also in July, the16U District 8 Senior softball team, which is affiliated with the EP Girls Softball League, won the Little League state championship but went 1-2 in the Central Regional Tournament in South Bend, Ind., and did not advance. On Sunday, the EPBC’s 13-year-old club added to the collection by winning the Babe Ruth state championship.
Kaka (Orlando City), David Villa (New York City FC), Tim Howard (Colorado), Graham Zusi (Kansas City) and DaMarcus Beasley (Houston). Note: Deadlines for this newspaper will not allow coverage of the games in the Aug. 3 edition. Coverage of the events will be featured in the Aug. 10 issue.
Correction Due to an editing error, the wrong caption was used in the photo with Jim Kirby’s outdoors column on July 20. Teenage fisherman Bobby Sundermeier was posing with a smallmouth bass not a northern pike.
The Evergreen Park 12U softball team won a Little League state title earlier in July.
Stampede tryouts The Stampede Baseball Organization is holding tryouts for the 2018 season for age groups U13-18 on Sunday and Aug. 6 at Stagg High School, 8015 W. 111th St., in Palos Hills. Regis-
tration is at 9:30 a.m. and tryouts are 10 a.m. to noon. The organization also is looking for qualified managers at various age groups. The Stampede Baseball Organization has a Cooperstown bid for the U12 team.
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The Chicago Red Stars returned to Toyota Park with a bang on Saturday. Christen Press scored two goals, giving the announced crowd of 4,792 its money’s worth with a 2-1 win over the Orlando Pride that catapulted the Red Stars into first place in the National Women’s Soccer League. The game came after a monthlong road trip that saw the Red Stars go 1-1-2. There were plenty of storylines as the team improved to 8-3-4 and moved ahead of North Carolina on a day that was so hot, one fan tweeted, “You can fry an egg on my forehead.” You probably could have fried an egg on coach Rory Dames’ forehead as he was ejected at halftime after disagreeing and “having words” with referee Farhad Dadkho on a late firsthalf play that he felt should have been a yellow card for Orlando. He will likely miss the team’s Aug. 5 game at Orlando as punishment. He explained his history with Dadkho, whom he refused to name in the postgame interview. “It went back to our preseason game in Portland,’’ Dames said. “The same referee was on the field, when I was expecting a foul called. I got an email from the professional referees’ league office the next week, apologizing to (Portland coach) Mark Parsons and me, saying the referee didn’t make the right call, Then, during the regular season, Christen was pulled down in Portland, and she’s still in physical therapy three times a week after she blew up from that. So, this time, Christen’s going away, she gets pulled. A professional foul, right? I wait for the referee to make a call, but nothing happens. “So this is the third time this same referee hasn’t (called for a yellow card) and I have to protect my players. So I asked him, if Alex Morgan gets behind us, and we’re in the 85th minute and we grab her and pull her, is that just going to be a talking-to? And I said a few other things.” Dames admitted that Dadkho was right to eject him, “for the other things I said.” Other storylines both on and off the field included: • Midfielder/defender Julie Ertz, who recently bared all for the ESPN the Magazine Body Issue, was under the weather and came in for the second half, replacing midfielder Dani Colaprico, who injured her ankle. Dames had to reconfigure his backfield due to Ertz’s illness and Samantha Johnson’s absence for concussion protocol. Therefore, Casey Short moved to center back, Arin Gilliland to left back, and Taylor Comeau to right back. The new defensive configuration made for an uncomfortable first half for the Red Stars. The Pride controlled possession 60 percent of the time, and the Red Stars came close to own goals twice, had it not been for a quick response by goalkeeper Alyssa Naeher. But it was captain/ midfielder Press who became the MVP of the Match by scoring goals in both halves of the game and taking advantage of the Pride’s defensive errors. • Midfielder Alyssa Mautz earned her 100th career appearance after coming in for Jen Hoy in the 89th minute. • Japanese superstar Yuki Nagasato was finally in the house, after a long rehabilitation for what was originally termed a “minor injury” in June. She signing autographs and meeting fans on Saturday. With Nagasato now practicing with the team, Dames predicted that she may be on the roster before the end of August. The Red Stars are off this week for international break, then play the Pride in Orlando on Aug. 5. They return home to host the Portland Thorns on Aug. 12 at Toyota Park.
FOCUS ON THE WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS
Bolts are in the mix in tight playoff race
By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor
The Windy City ThunderBolts dropped two out of three games in Normal — including a 13-7 loss on Sunday — but they were still in the playoff picture by a slim margin entering this week’s action. The T-Bolts (33-26 after Sunday) were seven games behind Schaumburg in the East Division, but were ahead of Washington by a half game for second place. The
league takes the two division champs and two non-champs with the next best records. In the West, Florence was leading with a 3722 mark while Evansville had a 34-26 mark. That put the Thunderbolts in the fourth slot with that slim lead over Washington. Zack Jones homered for Windy City in Sunday’s loss. It was his first professional hit.
Coming up The ThunderBolts visit Southern Illinois
for a three-game set starting Friday. They return home Monday for the fourth Battle of the Sexes game against the Chicago Bandits fast-pitch softball team at Standard Bank Stadium. A pregame clinic will take place at 4 p.m. and the game is scheduled for 7:05 p.m. The Bolts host the Joliet Slammers Tuesday through Aug. 3. Thursday’s game will feature a wrestling show featuring an appearance by Al Snow.
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Shepard and Richards students dive in for this project By Bob McParland District 218
Following nine months of instruction, pool practices, and safety drills, students in District 218 earned basic and advanced Professional Association of Diving Instructors certificates recently. Physical education teachers Bob Peck, Jason Perch, and Dylan Shaughnessy took the students to the diving mecca of Haigh Quarry in Kankakee to earn their licenses. The students can now dive anywhere in the world.
Shepard students earning advanced certificates were Erin Adkins, Wade Bittner, Brenna Braasch, Dwayne Dawkins, Andrew Hite, Nathan Hughes, Alex Kokoszka, Ieva Kondratas, Lauren McHale, and Andrew Smith. Shepard students earning basic open water certificates were Madelyn Clemens, John Cutler, Aaron Gowaski, Faith Jeeninga, Tim Komperda, Mike Lukaszczyk, Reiner Mahler, Jenna Marrello, Jeremy McGrath, Nolan Meyer, Trevor Mikos, Matthew Pikowski, Stephanie Reichard, Emily Riley, Frank Sarnowski, Josh Schul-
tz, Alex Spindler, Jacob Wolniak, and Anisah Yassin. Students from Richards earning advanced certificates were Mohammed Alawan and Donald Branch. Richards students earning Adventure Diver certification were Katlyn Graham and Nick Pote. First-year SCUBA students from Richards who earned basic certificates were Rafael Czech, Hannah Durkin, Festus Folan, Rose Green, Kristijan Kleckaroski, Martin Krickl, Kayla Meske, Thomas Pavesic, Evelyn Perea, Jacob Rivera, Ashley Rosenbrock, and Ashanti Wright.
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Frankie Saban, of Orland Park, sets up a birdie putt with her third shot on the 18th hole in the second round of the Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood Golf Club.
Saban getting her ducks in a row on the golf course
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ome things never change in golf: • The difficulty of a downhill curling four-footer. • Adding up your score on a hole after hitting one out of bounds and two in the water. • The effervescent nature of Frankie Saban on and off the course. The Orland Park native will be a junior at Bradley University in the fall, where she’s already lowered her stroke average five strokes from her freshman to sophomore years — a big jump. She picked up a slew of academic excellence awards in each year, and generally continued to improve on a solid foundation built at Sandburg, where she led the Eagles to a pair of appearances in the Illinois High School Association Championship. Last week, Saban’s game was on display at the Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood Golf Club in Romeoville, where she opened with a pair of 1-over-par 73s — each containing a double-bogey 7 on a par 5 — and finished with a 4-over 76. The total for the stylish lefthander was 6-over 222, 14 strokes behind winner Alexandra Farnsworth, and earned her a tie for 19th. Saban had higher hopes, of course. After the second round, she had a lunch with dad/caddie Michael and mom Camilla and mused about firing a 66 to chase the lead. Opening with a pair of birdies, as she had in the second round, might have triggered a career round. Instead, she went out in 1-over 37, essentially treading water, and on the final day of a tournament, that just doesn’t do. But the week was a success for Saban, as the whole year was. For one thing, she’s even more smitten by golf than before. “This year, I’ve really found my love and passion for the game,” Saban said. “I work for it a little bit harder, I think. This whole year, I’ve spent every day, a couple hours extra, working on it, and it’s paid off. I’ll keep up that mentality. “I found my love for practice. I’d always loved the game, but I just dove into it a little bit more.” Saban understands at a tender age that golf can never be conquered, and rarely can be harnessed, much less controlled. Her 73s at Mistwood were identical on the scorecard but fashioned differently. Just her play on the par-5 18th proved that. In the first round, the 7 scarred her card. In the second, a fine third shot and a dropped putt meant a birdie 4. “I got revenge on 18,” Saban said. “And there were a lot of birdies out there.” Five of them came to nest, and others flew away. Saban gets it. She knows Bob Rotella was right, at least when he titled his book, “Golf is Not a Game of Perfect.” Most days, it isn’t even a game of really good. It’s a game of getting as much out of your swing and playing intellect and the conditions and the course setup as you possible can, and knowing that on a 150-acre playing field, a funny bounce won’t necessarily make you laugh. There were too many of those in the Women’s Western Amateur at River Forest Country Club in Elmhurst in June, and she failed to make the 64-player match play field. “I was coming off school, and I just started work, and I didn’t get to prepare as much as I’d like too,” Saban said. “I’m a person who likes to have their ducks in a row. It was a great learning experience to learn how to play on the fly.” Mistwood was ducky. After a few previous attempts, she was pleased to have finally made the cut in the IWO. This time, she made the low 30 with four strokes to spare. Next time, maybe the leaders will hear from her.
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Continued from Page 1 fan was Sept. 13. The Vikings took a 2-0 record to St. Rita and lost 55-14. “We got killed,” he said. “That was when Rita was on their insane level. I remember watching it and it was just terrible. I was in the student section but I didn’t say anything. I was at the top of the stands and just watched.’’ Years later, he was in the front — and sometimes the focal point — of the section. As a fan and athlete, he has a unique perspective on the dynamics between the hecklers and the heckled. “Being a fan was more my calling than being an athlete,’’
Koll said. “It was a nice change of pace being a fan during football season and playing during basketball season and being a fan against for baseball. When people would say stuff to me during basketball season, I would just laugh. It doesn’t get in my head — I think it’s so funny. “I know what I do as a fan to other people, so I was getting a taste of my own medicine.’’ Koll is heading to the University of Illinois to major either in business or kinesiology. And he wants to be a super fan for the Illini. “That’s the goal, that’s the plan right now,” he said. “Freshman year I will definitely be at the home games and by junior and senior year, I’m going to try to figure something out to get to some road games, too.’’ St. Laurence grad and super fan Chris Koll attended every St. Laurence baseball game that was played in Illinois this year, including the Class 4A state semifinals in Joliet in early June. Photo by Jeff Vorva
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Retired Shepard High School teacher Glenn Simms (above right) helps Richards student Nick Pote with his gear before Pote dives to earn PADI certification at Haigh Quarry. Simms then steadies Bittner just before the student splashes into the water.
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Continued from Page 1 scenario imaginable for me to step into. The talent this year’s team has and the coaching staff that is in place, I know the table is set for great year. Obviously being a first-year head coach and going through things for the first time, there is a little bit of nervousness but I know that with the guys I have around me, great things are in store for this football program not only this year, but in years to come.’’ He will even miss the less glamorous role of being a freshman coach. “I loved that role — I loved working with the kids who were new to the program,” he said. “I helped lay down the foundation for what (Dunne) expected for these kids when
they did get up to varsity and I took great pride in the fact coach Dunne trusted me with that.’’ Tucker and new athletic director Eric Simpson could have opened up the job regionally or nationally, but they opted to hire one of their own. “We wanted a Marist person and there were enough strong candidates in-house,’’ Tucker said. “Why do we need to do an area search right now? The season is coming up. We want to make sure the terminology is the same. The last thing we want is someone coming in and changing things a couple of weeks before the season. After we talked to Pat about his staff, it became very apparent that we had a guy who was a graduate of Marist and who played the game and did well in high school and college. Ron is a thinker. He is a cerebral guy. He’s coached
almost everybody in this program. “It became easier to say ‘this is the guy.’ ’’ The timing of Dunne’s departure caused some internet criticism from anonymous posters, but he said the job was offered to him in July and he thought long and hard about it. “Ten years ago I was given the best opportunity in the world to coach here,” Dunne said. “The title of ‘coach’ meant the world to me and I took that with the highest respect. When anyone called me ‘coach,’ it was an honor. “Four years ago I had the title ‘dad.’ I am blessed with three daughters. Now the title ‘dad’ is the No. 1 thing. I told the players that family is the greatest responsibility so this opportunity is one that can better my family’s life. It was a challenging decision but it was the right one.’’
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2016-CTT Plaintiff, -v.MARIE WHITNEY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA - DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT, VILLAGE OF ORLAND PARK, DAVID MCELLIGOTT, LINDA BRUCE, JAMES MCELLIGOTT, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF LAVERNE H. MCELLIGOTT, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, GERALD NORDGREN, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR LAVERNE H. MCELLIGOTT (DECEASED) Defendants 17 CH 003935 8035 ANNE DRIVE 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 28, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 9, 2017, 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 8035 ANNE DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14-216-030-0000. 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 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 14-17-02724. 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. 14-17-02724 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 003935 TJSC#: 37-6091 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. I725326
For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs. MURAD KASHOUR; SECRETARY OF HOUSING A N D U R B A N D E V E L O P M E N T; N E V E E N KASHOUR; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 16 CH 5477 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, August 14, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 23-13-107-038-0000. Commonly known as 10300 South Kathy Court, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call The Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Anselmo Lindberg Oliver LLC, 1771 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 605631890. (630) 453-6960. For Bidding instructions visit www.alolawgroup.com 24 hours prior to sale. F15110083 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I725078
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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.PRECIOUS LUSTER, JR., PHYLLIS A LUSTER, SOUTHMOOR COUNTRY CLUB HOMEOWNERS’ ASSOCIATION, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS NOMINEE FOR IRWIN UNION BANK AND TRUST COMPANY Defendants 14 CH 20456 9237 BUNDORAN DRIVE 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 May 2, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 15, 2017, 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 9237 BUNDORAN DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 23-34-311-004-0000. The real estate is improved with a red, brick, single family, two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 4165500. Please refer to file number 13614. 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. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 13614 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 14 CH 20456 TJSC#: 37-5875 I725138
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.JOSEPH L. PLANTE, MARYROSE PLANTE A/K/A MARYROSE CROCKER, WOODS EDGE III CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 016115 11130 EAST ROAD, UNIT F 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 May 24, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 28, 2017, 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 11130 EAST ROAD, UNIT F, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-22-200-066-1078. 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 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 14-16-10861. 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. 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. I723898
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.NOREEN PARVEZ A/K/A NOREEN A. PARVEZ, IQBAL PARVEZ A/K/A IQBAL A. PARVEZ, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, BANK OF AMERICA, NA S/I/I TO LASALLE BANK, NA, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 12 CH 11706 14054 PERSIMMON DRIVE ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 7, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 25, 2017, 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 14054 PERSIMMON DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60467 Property Index No. 27-05-306-008-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home with three car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number 8979. 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. McCalla Raymer Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 8979 Attorney Code. 60489 Case Number: 12 CH 11706 TJSC#: 37-5911 I725162
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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.TEDDIE T. PARKS AKA TEDDIE PARKS, VICTORIA M. PARKS, PALOS POINT TOWNHOMES OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 04179 7914 W. 105TH STREET 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 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 6, 2017, 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 7914 W. 105TH STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-13-102-098-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $384,917.97. 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 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: J. Gregory Scott, HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1717 Please refer to file number 2120-12131. 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. 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. I723877
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-8 Plaintiff, -v.JOHN KAIM A/K/A JOHN A. KAIM, FIRSTSECURE BANK AND TRUST CO., TRUST #1-138 DTD 3/26/96, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF FIRSTSECURE BANK AND TRUST CO., TRUST #1-138 DTD 3/26/96 Defendants 14 CH 13588 10749 SOUTH CHRISTA COURT 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 January 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 5, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10749 SOUTH CHRISTA COURT, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-400-076-0000. The real estate is improved with a white, brick, single family, two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 8564. 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. I726423
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ROMKLAO SUNGKAMEE Defendants 2010 CH 50947 8801 WEST 103RD STREET 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 May 9, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 24, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8801 WEST 103RD STREET, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-15-202-005-0000. The real estate is improved with a single level red brick; single family home with attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance 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 5pm. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 416-5500. Please refer to file number 1812. 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. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 416-5500 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 1812 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 2010 CH 50947 TJSC#: 37-6383 I725941
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Have fun in the sun with a proper skin care routine By Jackson A. Thomas
Face the fear: How phobias form and the steps to conquer them By Jackson A. Thomas They often come out when it rains and they’re used as fish bait. But Candace Tucker isn’t going anywhere near them. “I used to fish with my dad and sisters a lot, so naturally worms were involved,” says Tucker, a resolution specialist in Parma, Ohio. “The more I looked at them I started noticing how nasty they are. It’s the smell of them, how they wiggle and the nastiest part: They can grow another head if one is cut off.” This fear of worms, called vermiphobia or scoleciphobia, has inflicted Tucker since she was 16. She has sometimes experienced panic attacks — “If there’s enough of them,” Tucker says. “If there’s one or two worms I’m fine. I try to keep as calm as possible, but when they’re everywhere, I just stay indoors.” An estimated 19.2 million Americans have a specific phobia, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. And many people have more than one specific phobia. Whether it’s a fear of heights, spiders or even public speaking, that fear stems from somewhere and there’s a way to manage it.
disorders, which includes panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder and obsessive-compulsive disorder. Researchers are uncertain of what exactly causes phobias. But some experts say genetics, culture and life events can trigger them. “These are learned behaviors, usually modeled by the oppositegender parent or caregiver,” says Bruce Cameron, a licensed counselor in Dallas. “Lighter fear is usually anxiety. It turns into a phobia when the target stimuli are specific and the fear response is great. Anyone can possibly develop a phobia.” Phobias usually appear in childhood or adolescence and tend to continue into adulthood, according to the NIMH. Some evidence also has shown that the tendency to develop them might run in families. “Many have thought that moms are the primary donors of phobias, except needle or blood phobia, which comes from males,” Cameron says.
“Cognitive behavioral techniques can help you shape your perception of the triggers to a more neutral state,” Cameron says. “Through systematic desensitization you can gradually be exposed and not have a phobic reaction.” Heather Edwards, a licensed mental health counselor in New York City, says being able to conquer a phobia depends on how long it’s been present and to what degree it interferes with a person’s overall level of functioning. “Sometimes simply practicing deep breathing with a long exhale while reminding yourself that it will be OK can calm the central nervous system enough in the moment to make coping easier,” Edwards says. She says, ask yourself: “What percentage chance is there that this worst-case scenario will actually occur? Give it a percent number. Numbers engage your left brain, which is the seat of logic and reason. It will take you out of your emotional brain, keeping you stuck in fear.” Tucker doesn’t know whether she’ll be able to overcome her fear of worms, but she’ll still steer clear of them whenever she can. “As long as I can see them I’m going to freak out,” Tucker says. “I can’t let them get the best of me all the time, and it’s kind of embarrassing in public. But if it’s raining, you’ll definitely hear me say, ‘Watch out for worms!’”
Snow is a thing of the past. The chilly temperatures are a distant memory. You’ve traded in your sweaters, boots and scarves for tank tops, sandals and sun hats. But there’s one more thing you might want to consider switching up: your skin care routine. Skin is the body’s largest organ and serves as a protective barrier between everything that’s inside your body and the outside world. It helps regulate body temperature and works as a natural filter constantly replacing old skin cells with new ones. It’s no wonder that experts frequently tout the importance of a proper skin care routine — especially in the summertime. Everyone knows that ultraviolet rays from the sun are dangerous, even cancer causing. But some experts argue that the sunscreen we use as protection might be doing more harm than good. There are also some people who forgo sunscreen altogether. So what should you do?
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Smith Senior Living: pets promote health and happiness Submitted by Smith Senior Living “Pets benefit people of all ages. And, they can improve the lives of older adults in special ways,” said Kevin McGee, president and CEO of Smith Senior Living, sponsor of Smith Village in Chicago’s Beverly-Morgan Park neighborhood and Smith Crossing in Orland Park. “So, we encourage independent living residents to bring their small pets with them when moving to our life plan communities. We’ve seen firsthand that dogs, cats and birds often serve as ice breakers for making friends. Some of our non-pet owners even knock on their neighbors’ doors to ask how
the pets are doing.” The National Institutes of Health cites a study indicating older adults who own pets enjoy more opportunities for social interaction and experience less loneliness and isolation than others who live alone. NIH refers to another study confirming adults between age 71 and 82 who own pets walk more frequently and enjoy greater mobility than those without pets. Another study indicates pet owners are more likely to remain alive one year after a heart attack. The Centers for Disease Control also notes pets increase opportunities for exercise and healthy social interaction. So, they’ve been shown to help lower blood
pressure, cholesterol levels, triglyceride levels and feelings of loneliness. In addition to encouraging ownership of small dogs and other pets, Smith Village and Smith Crossing also offer pet therapy for residents. Last spring, Smith Village welcomed young Smitty, a miniature Rex rabbit, to its pet therapy program. Smitty has grown to about five pounds and makes the rounds each day in a large cage on wheels. And, much to the delight of residents in all lifestyle settings, staff members frequently take him out for walks on his leash—which See PETS, Page 8
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A good sunscreen is often the first line of defense against the sun’s rays to prevent sunburns and reduce the risk of skin cancer. And it’s essential to use a sunscreen that has a broad spectrum SPF of at least 30, according to several experts and the Melanoma Research Foundation. Broad spectrum means that the sunscreen blocks both UVA and
UVB rays
“SPF 30 blocks about 97 percent of UVB radiation, while SPF 50 blocks about 98 percent,” says Shelby Moneer, director of education at the MRF and co-chair of the National Council on Skin Face your fears Cancer Prevention. Common symptoms of phobias Shara Strand is a skin care exinclude chest pains, sweating, pert and a professional makeup chills, hot flashes, fear of dying, artist in New York City. She says nausea, dizziness, fear of choking, the sun is the “biggest damager” shortness of breath, trembling and of skin. And, of course, UVA and shaking. Many phobias are treatUVB rays are the strongest in the able and can often be overcome Family affair summer. Phobias fall into a class of through medication, counseling “Not only can it cause dehydramental disorders called anxiety or cognitive behavioral therapy. tion to the skin, but it also can cause sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles,” Strand says. “Dark sun spots are also an evil that comes from spending too much time in the sun.” Strand also stresses using an SPF 30 lightweight oil-free moisturizer that protects from UVA and UVB rays year-round. “Oil-free is super-important during the summer because our skin is secreting the most oil, which depletes skin of our makeup and causes breakouts,” she says. And don’t forget to reapply at least every two hours — and more frequently if you’re sweating or going for a swim. “If you submerge any part of your body in water, always reapply sunscreen,” Strand says. “Never use a sunscreen that’s less than a 30.” What does “SPF 30” even mean? Dr. Sharad P. Paul, a skin cancer specialist, skin care expert and an adjunct professor at Auckland University of Technology, has a simple way he helps his students remember SPF levels. “The easy way to remember this is that SPF 15 lets in one in 15 harmful sun-rays, while SPF Photo by Smith Village Photo by Waldemar Reichert 30 lets in one in 30 and SPF 50 Smitty, a miniature Rex rabbit, enjoys a great following as a pet therapy animal at Smith Village, which Walter Olchawa says he benefits from interacting with lets in one in 50,” Paul says. supports numerous intergenerational activities. He’s Smith Crossing residents when he brings his pet therapy dog, Abigail, for Wednesday afternoon visits. pictured here with Rory McGee.
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What’s in those bottles?
Some medical experts say sunscreen isn’t all that it’s cracked up to be. Dr. Rohit Sharma is an assistant professor and a surgical oncologist who works with skin cancer patients at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas. He says there have been some reports that the ingredients in sun-screens might be harmful, especially to the endocrine system, which includes the pancreas, ovaries, testes, thyroid gland and adrenal glands. “Oxybenzone, retinyl palmitate and nanoparticles are the main ingredients that have concerned individuals,” Sharma says. “This concern has stemmed largely from animal research where doses significantly higher than those typically used by humans were tested.” The Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit based in Washington, D.C., that aims to protect human health and the environment, says it’s a good idea to read labels for sunscreens that have vitamin A, also called retinyl palmitate or retinol. Evi-
dence shows that tumors and lesions may develop sooner on skin that’s coated with creams that have these ingredients. Also, keep an eye out for oxybenzone, which is a synthetic estrogen that penetrates the skin and can disrupt the hormone system. Sharma stresses, however, that the Food and Drug Administration has reported that these ingredients are safe. “You will find advocates on both sides of the argument regarding which ingredients are safe or unsafe,” he says. “What we know for certain is that protecting yourself against harmful UV radiation prevents skin cancer. It is up to the individual to decide which type of sunscreen they are most comfortable with. The bottom line: Protect your skin. There are options available to suit your preferences.” If you’re worried about chemicals and the potential harmful effects, look for a mineral (physical) sunscreen instead of a chemicalbased one. “Physical sunscreens contain natural agents like zinc and titanium oxide,” Moneer says. “Physical sunscreens block, rather than absorb, UV rays as they enter the skin.” Some sunscreen companies are even taking steps to ensure that their sun-exposure products are safer. “Many companies, including my own, are trying to remove harmful ingredients and make sunscreens more effective,” Paul says. “I myself have formulated a natural sunscreen that also contains ingredients that reverse some of the sun damage. This sunscreen will be released later this year.”
Efficient exposure
Sharma and Moneer agree that applying sunscreen is just one part of a good skin care regime. Beyond sunscreen, they recom-
mend wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and long-sleeve shirts. “Consider bringing an umbrella or collapsible tent to shade yourself or your child’s team during (sporting) events,” Sharma says. “We need to pay particular attention to protecting children, who often have outdoor activities or sporting events during times of the day when UV exposure is likely to be higher. Repeated, unprotected exposure during this period of life can contribute to skin cancers later on.” The beach is another danger zone. “Be aware that water and sand can reflect UV radiation, and exposure can come this way, even if you are shaded from above,” Sharma says. Dr. Eleni Linos is an assistant professor of dermatology at the University of California at San Francisco’s School of Medicine who focuses on sun protection. According to Linos, there are many ways to enjoy nature, exercise and socialize outdoors while minimizing your risk of skin cancer and exposure to direct sunlight. “Timing a walk or a run outdoors in the early morning or late afternoon is one easy way to avoid the stronger mid-day sun,” she says. “Think about the schedule of your outdoor activities, and spend time indoors or in the shade during the middle of the day.” And if all else fails, just stay indoors altogether — particularly on days when the UV index is high, Sharma says. “The UV index is usually published by the local news channel or can be found online,” he says. “If you enjoy outdoor activities that can also be done indoors, like tennis, then switch. You will not only be protecting your skin, but you’ll also be getting the exercise needed to keep your body healthy.”
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Pets
Continued from Page 7 offers plenty of opportunities for petting Smitty. Smitty also serves as an ambassador for Smith Village. This spring, he received lots of attention from children during an Easter egg decorating party with a local grammar school. But Smitty’s not the only pet therapy animal at Smith Village. Dylan, a golden retriever, visits once a month and receives a warm welcome from many residents who drop whatever they’re doing just to greet him. Each summer, Smith Village residents, their families and staff members also enter pets in an annual competition started in 2007. Plenty of other residents, family and neighbors enjoy the pet parade. The show has drawn the participation of cats, dogs, birds, goats, guinea pigs, one snake and even a pony. Like Smith Village, Smith Crossing serves as home to plenty of pets. “Pets require our residents to be more active,” said Frank Guajardo, Smith Crossing executive director. “They also help build important emotional connections for residents, their families, staff and our volunteers.” Walter Olchawa and Abigail, his Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, spend Wednesday afternoons as pet therapy volunteers, visiting residents and staff at Smith Crossing. Just as with Dylan at Smith Village, Smith Crossing residents drop what they’re doing to visit with Abigail. Olchawa, a retired pharmacist from Orland Park, also benefits. “I was used to being around people,” he said. “Abigail keeps me interacting with people.” Besides greeting people in common areas, Olchawa knocks on the apartment doors of residents he knows will appreciate visiting with Abigail. To earn official registration with Therapy Dog International, a dog must understand and respond to simple commands. Abigail also was trained not to be startled by wheelchairs, walking devices and other dogs. To keep her certification, she must pass an annual physical and have all current vaccinations.
The same applies to Laddie, a Shetland sheepdog, owned by Smith Crossing resident Mary McCauley, a retired nurse. Like Abigail and Olchawa, Laddie and McCauley visit residents in independent living, assisted living, memory support and skilled nursing care at Smith Crossing, as well as patients in the com-
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munity’s rehab wing. “We enjoy doing this,” said McCauley. “People are always happy to see Laddie. Sometimes they forget my name, but they always remember his. Either way, it’s great seeing people smile.”
About Smith Senior Living
Smith Senior Living, a not-for-
profit organization serving older adults, sponsors Smith Village in Chicago’s Beverly neighborhood and Smith Crossing in Orland Park, Ill. These are the only life plan communities located in the Southwest sector of metropolitan Chicago. An innovative leader providing the finest services and care for seniors, Smith established
its first community in 1924, on the same city block where Smith Village stands today. Both LPCs provide spacious independent living residences, and apartments for assisted living, as well as memory support and skilled nursing care. In addition, they offer short-term rehab programs for residents and others
who have had surgery or a medical incident. For more information about how Smith Senior Living can help seniors enjoy their retirement, contact Smith Crossing at 708-326-2308 or SmithCrossing. org, and Smith Village at 773-4747303 or SmithVillage.org.
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