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Palos 118 to ask voters for $6.5 mil. Referendum seeks school construction borrowing for childhood/pre-K addition By Jack Murray

Regional News Editor The Palos School District 118 board of education Tuesday voted unanimously to place a referendum on the Nov. 8 presidential election ballot asking voters whether to approve issuing $6.5 million in school construction bonds.

First, board members voted unanimously to approve a resolution abandoning the district’s intention to issue $6.5 million in working cash fund bonds, which had been forced onto the same ballot by voter initiative at the end of last December. The school district seeks to borrow the $6.5 million by selling construction bonds in order to build a four-classroom

addition with accessible bathrooms for its highly regarded early childhood and pre-kindergarten programs that are housed at Palos West School, in Palos Park. Proceeds to repay principal and interest would be levied on real estate tax bills. Superintendent Anthony Scarsella explained the switch in referendums by saying that school construction bonds are “the most transparent for our voters for building and equipping the addition” proposed to serve the district’s at-risk students ages 3 to 5 in both the early childhood and pre-K programs. “There should be no question in voters’ minds

about what they are voting for,” he said. The proposed four-classroom addition at Palos West would cost an estimated $4.25 million. The rest of the bond proceeds would pay for $600,000 in vehicle circulation improvements, with an early childhood dropoff, serving the planned addition, and miscellaneous infrastructure repairs at all of the district schools, including Palos East and South, as well as West. To make its case for the $6.5 million borrowing, the district plans to update its web page, palos118.org, meet with stakeholder groups and hold public forums at

Palos West to show the community the need for the new classrooms. Superintendent Scarsella begins making his case for the bond issue in a guest opinion commentary that appears on Page 4 of this week’s Regional News. The district’s recently released 2015-16 full-color annual report is also full of information about why early learning matters, detailing the district’s early childhood and pre-K programs. The district has not passed a referendum in 50 years, since 1967, Scarsella and See PALOS 118, Page 3

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Rabid bat found near PC Hospital after bats get in By Jack Murray and Dermot Connolly A bat found in the vicinity of Palos Community Hospital last Friday was determined to be rabid by state health officials. Palos Heights police issued the rabid bat alert on Monday, days after patients at the local hospital were relocated after bats were found inside. The bats were found last Thursday inside the OB unit at the hospital. Patients in that unit were relocated while the bats were caught. The bats got inside when construction crews were working, a hospital spokesperson said in a short release Monday. “Last week, following a period of construction, live bats were found on a patient unit of Palos Hospital,” the release stated. “This situation is not unique to buildings and structures in the area and maintenance staff worked to quickly contain the animals. The hospital relocated patients and the unit remains closed while a thorough inspection of the facility and implementation of other preventative measures occurs. At no time were patients ever in contact with the

Crowds get a Taste of Orland Park Above: The Sandburg High School cheerleaders appear to be flying during the routine they performed for the crowds in front of the Community Stage at Taste of Orland Park on Saturday. Right: Orland Park residents Michael and Karen Soffel, and their daughter, Paige, enjoyed the wide assortment of food offered by 20 vendors at Taste of Orland Park on Saturday. “We come every year and the number of restaurants keeps growing,” Michael said of the weekend event held on the grounds of the Village Center at 14700 S. Ravinia Avenue. Photos by Dermot Connolly

animals and they have been given a full update on the situation.” The bats were turned over to animal control for testing, and the hospital has coordinated with the appropriate agencies. The hospital had no numbers for how many bats were found or patients moved. The bat found last Friday at or near the hospital, 12251 S. 80th Ave., was submitted for a rabies examination and was determined to be rabid by the Illinois State Public Health Laboratory. The rabid bat alert issued by Cook County Animal and Rabies Control dated Monday advises people to contact their doctor if exposed to or bitten by a bat. “All residents should keep their dogs, cats and ferrets on a leash when out of their homes,” the alert states. “If your animal does not have a current rabies vaccination, have the pet immediately inoculated with rabies vaccine.” People are strongly advised never to handle any bats, skunks or other wild animals. “If any bats or skunks are found dead on your property or roadway, please call the Cook County Department of Animal Control.” The office in Bridgeview can be reached at 974-6140.

Worth Waterfall Park reopens but mayor warns residents about feeding birds By Dermot Connolly Worth’s popular Harry “Bus” Yourell Waterfall Park at 117th and Harlem Avenue reopened last week, following a two-month closure to search for an aggressive dog. During a visit to the park this week, the ducks, Canada geese and other birds usually found there seemed to be as plentiful as ever, so the absence of human activity for a couple of months didn’t hurt their population anyway. The only change seemed to be new large red “stop signs” urging people not to feed the wildlife.

The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District closed the park temporarily on May 24, following several reports that began in late April of a dog or coyote acting aggressively toward people on the grounds of what is technically a sidestream elevated pool aeration (SEPA) station. After a 16-year-old boy reported being bitten by what he described as a coyote there in late April, the village of Worth sent out notices in June water bills informing residents of the incident. But Mayor Mary Werner said the MWRD decided to temporarily close the site to the public following three more

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reports of people being attacked or threatened by a similar animal. Cook County Animal Control was called in to set humane traps for the problem animal. Although coyotes are known to live in the wooded areas surrounding the park, officials determined from biological evidence left behind that the culprit was most likely a mixed-breed dog, like a shepherd-mix that may have looked like a coyote. Because so many coyotes do live in the surrounding area, trapping them would not be feasible, and experts point out that they typically shy away from humans rather than

attack them. Werner said this week that she was told by MWRD officials that although no animal was trapped, there has also been no evidence of “animal activity” in the park for two weeks. Therefore, it was deemed safe to reopen. The mayor had said previously that when the park did reopen, the prohibition against feeding wildlife on the grounds would be stressed, which explains the new signs erected by the MWRD. Photo by Dermot Connolly “Feeding waterfowl is very A family enjoys watching the birds in the MWRD’s newly reopened Waterfall detrimental to their health. God did not intend for them to eat Park in Worth, at 117th and Harlem Avenue. Many new signs caution against feeding wildlife, a common activity which is believed to be harmful to the

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A family peruses the bike helmets and other giveaways free during the Palos Heights Police Department’s National Night Out event held outside the city’s police station from 6 to 9 p.m.

Heights PD hosts fun Night Out There was something for everyone at the National Night Out event hosted by the Palos Heights Police Department on Aug. 2. Residents got a chance to chat with the police, tour the station at 7607 W. College Drive, and enjoy hot dogs and refreshments. DJ music, face-painting and balloon art. Even classic cars were part of the entertainment.

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Stagg High School English teachers Lisa Thyer (from left), Mary Ogarek, Amy Yeaman and District 230 Superintendent Dr. James Gay hold a giant check representing the $5,000 Writing in the Real World Grant they received from the District 230 Foundation in 2013. The grant led to the establishment of a new English class at the Palos Hills High School for the 2015-16 school year, in which students collected oral histories of each other and published a book.

Late teacher helped inspire oral histories at Stagg High By Dermot Connolly

An effort to hold onto the sense of community and empathy that enveloped Stagg High School following the death of popular English teacher Mary Ogarek in 2014 has resulted in a book written by students called “111th and Roberts: Where Our Stories InOwners of antique cars were invited to bring their prized vehicles to the National Night Out in Palos Heights. Mary Ogarek tersect.” Kenneth Erdey also filmed a documentary following the two teachers and 60 students involved in the senior English class project, and more than 300 people came to its first public showing on Aug. 2 at Stagg, 11100 S. Roberts Road in Palos Hills. “It was a very special event. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house,” Principal Eric Olsen said last week. Mary Ogarek, who was 33 when she died in 2014, following an illness, got the project started herself when she and fellow teacher Lisa Thyer applied for and received Artist and entertainer DawnMarie paints Brynn Gonsur’s face during the event. She also created balloon animals Brynn Gonsur of Palos Heights checks out her freshly a District 230 Foundation grant painted face in a mirror. for $5,000. upon request. “We taught the same type of classes, and although we didn’t coteach, we collaborated on things,” said Thyer, explaining how she became friends with Ogarek. “Our idea for the grant was to create a class where students could learn to ‘write for the real world,’” she said. “Mary was there for the early planning stages, but she missed a lot. She was told she needed a liver transplant a few months before she died,” she said. After students and faculty came together to mourn and share stories following Ogarek’s death in April, 2014, the decision was made to find a way to hold on to the “sense of community and empathy that formed” said Olsen. “After Mary’s death, the school community could have gone a lot of different directions. They chose to make something positive out of Boys pose for a picture while exploring an armored vehicle on loan from the Department of Homeland Security, it,” said Erdey, whose wife, Carla,

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carbs like bread and cereal. This is equivalent to people feeding their children a diet of candy 365 days a year,” said Werner, citing information provided by the Humane Society of the United States. “Also feeding them in mass brings them on shore where they are now eating in the same area where they defecate and it spreads diseases,” she added. The mayor noted that practice

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of feeding the birds also might be what drew the problem dog there in the first place because the food left on the ground attracts other animals as well. In addition to walking, jogging, and riding bikes on the paths around the waterfalls, feeding the birds is one of the other popular activities that people engage in at the park, so it will likely be a hard habit to break. One Palos Hills resident who was there with his family on Monday said they missed going there when it was closed. “The kids like to see the wildlife,”

is the communications director for School District 230. After meeting with people from Voices of Witness, a San Francisco-based non-profit dedicated to promoting human rights and dignity by collecting oral histories, the faculty created a class doing something similar at Stagg. Thyer and fellow English teacher Christopher Wendelin agreed to teach the two sections, with a total of 60 students. “The students who agreed to take the class deserve a lot of credit, because we didn’t know how it would go,” said Wendelin. “Some gave up AP classes to take it,” he added. “Many of the students said they took it for the challenge,” said Olsen, describing them as “courageous.” The classes were as ethnically diverse as the school population, with everyone from honors students to those in special education getting involved. Wendelin said that seeing the documentary brought back a lot of memories of what went into putting together the book over 10 months. “I don’t like seeing myself on film but Ken did it so well, without being intrusive.” The documentary follows the students through the process of interviewing each other, and writing and editing each other’s work before the book was ready for print. In segments available on YouTube, one student said she thought she knew about 80 percent of her classmates, but through the interviews, realized that she hardly knew them at all. The students found out that whether their came from the Middle East, high rises on the South Side of Chicago, or their families had lived in the suburbs for generations, they all had struggles to overcome. Erdey an instructor in the University of Illinois College of Media in Champaign-Urbana with m 20 years of experience in TV news, called making the documentary “a very unique and life-changing experience.” “When you film a short news story for TV, you never see the people again. But I was involved in this on a daily basis for 17 months,” he said. “I am going to

he said. He admitted they had brought breadcrumbs for the birds, but put it away when they saw the signs. But elsewhere in the park, another family was seen scattering crumbs for the birds right beside one of the new signs warning against it. More information about living in close proximity to coyotes may be obtained at online at urbancoyoteresearch.com. For assistance with problem animals, residents are advised to call Cook County Animal Control at (708) 974-6140.

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New “Stop” style signs warning against feeding wildlife have been erected in the MWRD’s newly reopened Waterfall Park in Worth, at 117th and Harlem Avenue. The park had been closed for two months due to reports of a stray dog attacking people. No problem animals were caught but trappers with the Cook County Department of Animal Control have reported seeing no animal activity for two weeks and deemed it safe to reopen.

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try to incorporate what I learned from these students into my own classes.” He said he really appreciated being introduced at the Aug. 2 showing by Molly Nagle, a graduate of both Stagg and U of I who was taught by both Ogarek and Erdey. “She works on George Stephanopoulos’s program now (This Week), and flew in from New York to specifically to do this,” he said. “She was my student when we began the project, and was going to help me but she didn’t have time,” he explained. “I’ve heard that (that there was not a dry eye in the house) during the showing, but my intention wasn’t to depress anyone. I hope they were all bring anyone down. I hope they were all good, happy tears,” he said. Erdey said he plans to have the book and documentary included in a panel discussion at U of I in the coming months. The movie isn’t currently for sale, but he said he is working on copyright and other details that will make it possible. Thyer said she is already looking forward to teaching the next “voice of witness” class this fall with Wenderlin. “There are only 30 students this time, because the classes had to be chosen in January and no one was sure how the first class would turn out.” She and Wendelin both said that after the book came out in May, a lot of juniors were trying to get into the class, but it was too late. But it shows there is a promising future ahead for the class. “We are not going to write a book again, but we might do a podcast. We will see how it goes,” said Thyer. More information about the project is available at www.staggvow.com. The book is available through the school and a few local bookstores. Erdey said he is planning to show the documentary at a U of I panel discussion, and is working on getting it copyrighted for wider release. All proceeds from book sales will be donated to Voice of Witness San Francisco and to The Mary Ogarek Memorial Scholarship Foundation.

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Palos Park PD invites villagers for burgers By Michael Gilbert

Regional correspondent In an effort to strengthen police and community relations in the wake of recent incidents of violence by and against police in the United States, the Palos Park Police Department will host a meet and greet and barbecue with the public this Friday. Palos Park Police Commissioner Dan Polk told the Village Council and a few residents Monday the inaugural Burgers with the Badges community barbecue will take place from 5-7 p.m. Friday in the parking lot of the Police Department, 8999 W. 123rd St. “The goal is to communicate and just sit down and talk about different issues that affect us and the community,” Polk said. “There is a lot of discussion about trust of police officers but we are here to tell you we have an open and direct relationship with the community.” Photos by Patricia Bailey The “Meat and Greet” is an Palos Heights’s Lake Katherine Nature Center was the scene last Saturday for the Crisis Center for South Suburbia extension of the monthly “CofAuxiliary’s eighth annual Walk against Domestic Violence. Sherry TerMaat, PHWC’s Project Committee Chair, checks fee with a Cop” events the Palos in to begin her walk with the assistance of volunteers Phyllis Cheek, Irene Riggio and President Marie Kaminski. Park Police Department holds at the Plush Horse. During those no-agenda, community outreach events, citizens can come to ice cream parlor and discuss any issues whether positive or negative with police. Polk said the department recently received feedback on its Facebook page from a few residents who recommended holding an event at night for those who

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work during the day and thus Burgers with the Badges was born. “Some people can’t make it to Coffee with a Cop since it is during the day so we sat down and thought about what we could do and [Police Chief] Joe Miller said we could have a ‘meat and greet’ and so we decided to have a barbecue,” Polk said. There is no fee for the barbecue and Polk said one does not need to be a citizen of Palos Park to attend. “If you’re from the Heights or you’re a Chicago person and you want to come out to see what we are doing then we’d be more than happy to cook you a burger and talk with you,” Polk said. Polk anticipates around a half dozen or so members of the Palos Park Police Department will be present during the barbecue, including Chief Miller and Community Service Officer Debbie Legatzke. “We structured the barbecue around shift changes so guys that are coming off and coming on will probably be there,” Polk said. While the barbecue is being billed as a yearly event, Polk said he would to see it take place more than just annually so long as the attendance is not too excessive. “I think we will do it more than just annually,” Polk said. “If 500 people show up and we bankrupt the department because we have to feed them all burgers then it may be an annual event, but oth-

erwise we’d like to do it a few times [a year].” A private donation is being used to purchase the food for the barbecue, Polk said. The planned event received praise from Mayor John Mahoney, who previously served as police commissioner prior to being elected mayor in 2007. “I think it’s an awesome idea,” Mahoney said. “Joe Miller and Commissioner Polk are always at the forefront. It’s a great idea and they are making it available to those people who can’t make it in the morning [for Coffee with a Cop] so how about on a Friday evening. “It should be a very nice event for the community.”

Line dancing event Also Monday, Commissioner Nicole Milovich-Walters reminded the council the Recreation and Parks Department will host a night of line dancing on Aug. 20 at the Village Green, 8999 W. 123rd St. Dancing to Dusk will begin at 6 p.m. with dance instructor Dee Ulrich teaching line dancing. The fee to attend is $5 and all skill levels are welcome, Milovich-Walters said. McDivot’s will be on hand selling hamburgers, hot dogs, beer and wine. The event will be held inside the Palos Park Recreation Department in the event of rain.

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John Doody, of Palos Heights, honorary member of the Crisis Center for South Suburbia Board, brought his entire Doody-Johnson Family out on a fabulously sunny day to raise public awareness against domestic violence.

After her walk, Mary Feerick, a member of the League of Women Voters, pauses to recharge herself in the Anniversary Garden. Mary was accompanied by her 5-year old labradoodle, Mopsy, who looked super snazzy in his American-starred bandana.

We are seeing an increase in reported cases of scam artists posing as ComEd employees to gain access into businesses or residences in an effort to steal money, property or private customer information. Be aware the scammers prey on a wide variety of victims, including the elderly, churches and businesses. Impersonators wear generic orange vests or shirts that displayed the ComEd logo. Scammers visit a business with

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The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization providing emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence. Its Auxiliary, a cadre of dedicated volunteers, holds three major fundraisers a year starting with a spring luncheon and ending with a fall tag day. In between the two was last Saturday’s Walk against Domestic Violence. Throughout the year, volunteers work at these events and at Neat Repeats Resale to raise monies. The Auxiliary volunteers shown here were excited to unveil their new banner and bring recognition to their efforts.

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 Bankfinancial Tr to Lesnicki Piotr, 14433 Creekcrossing Dr, $287,000; Wells Fargo Bk Tr to RTL Enterprises LLC, 14785 Lakeview Dr, Unit #101, $68,500; Karlic Ronald B Tr to Wiecek David J, 7881 Forestview Dr, $314,000; Greystone Ridge LLC to Kubicz Walter, 11434 139th St, $10,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Martire Margaret A, 11620 Kaup Ln, $289,000; Bunte Mary Tr to Monnett Jennifer, 7841 W 157th St, Unit #7841205, $135,000; Maier Erin to Stuart Andrew

G, 8933 Silverdale Dr, Unit #3A, $165,000; Standard B&T Co Tr to Zaatar Yousef M, 14058 Putney Pl, $305,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Florek Barbara J Tr, 15031 Mayo Dr, Unit #19D, $150,000; Kania Kenneth J Tr to Unton Patti J, 7543 154th St, Many, $132,500; Hetfleisch David A Tr to Strutz Bradley, 10932 Colorado Ct, Unit #65, $148,500; Michaela A Faust Trust to Pratl Jacqueline N, 15637 Erin Ln, Unit #30B, $158,000; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Saban Michael L, 9952 143rd Pl, $275,000; WG2 REO2 LLC to Ulozas Eimantas, 14415 Highland Ave, $195,000; Tepper Mark D to Haggerty Christine, 10559 Rachel Ln, $360,000; Hanley Nancy C Tr to Piwnicki

David, 14051 Norwich Ln, Unit #101, $148,000; Lend Patsy Ruth to Forkin Anita, 14316 Eynsfod Dr, $267,500; Marquette Bk Tr to Scannell Patrick, 16652 Stuart Ave, $355,000; Murphy Tia L Tr to Stanovich Lori, 151 Silo Ridge Rd. North, $640,000; Ledbetter Katherine to Ruiz Debra, 9320 Waterford Ln, Unit C, $160,000. Palos Heights Kurchinski Patrick J to Corbett Daniel, 6852 W Park Ln, $250,000; West Suburban Bk Tr to Otto David J, 13242 Oak Ridge Trl, Unit #132421A, $163,500; Murphy Patrick J Tr to Health 1st Center Inc, 12750 S Harlem Ave, $318,000; Buegger Ronald E Tr to Storrs Mallory, 6112 W 123rd St, $270,000.

Chief School Business Official Justin Veihman noted in their presentation to the school board recommending its approval to submit the bond issue for voter approval. Both noted that interest rates to borrow funds are near all-time lows. Because the district is retiring its old working cash fund bond debt, the debt service will not increase or decrease in the bond and interest portion of the district’s tax rate if voters approve the construction bond issue, Veihman emphasized. Before the board voted to hold the referendum, Scarsella, Veihman and early childhood and pre-K teachers gave a lengthy presentation to the board to back the superintendent’s recommendation for the proposition. They noted that the enrollment of such pupils has grown over the last 12 years, but the physical facility for meaningful, interactive instructional activities is deficient to best serve them. The purpose of both programs is to help all 3-5 year old students with disabilities or identified as at risk reach their full potential, serving the district’s most vulnerable students. A working group of teachers, other staff and an early childhood educator from Lewis University has worked for the last year studying the quality of the pre-K/early childhood learning environment in the district, only to find them deficient. Early

the scammer acting like he or she knew a manager /supervisor who was not present and asked the person on duty to call the supervisor. When the impersonator reached someone on the other line, he or should would quietly hang up the receiver, pretend to still be on the phone, and would tell the person on duty that the supervisor told them to give them cash. Other instances, the impersonators would tell the homeowner he or she was there to “do repairs” on their electrical wires and would ask for a payment on the spot. ComEd workers will never ask

you for cash! •Always ask to see ComEd photo ID before allowing a utility worker into your home or business. •Never pay on-site for “services.” •Be skeptical of individuals wearing clothing with old or defaced ComEd logos. •If you believe you have been a victim of a ComEd impersonator, call the police. Be skeptical of individuals wearing clothing with a ComEd logo, or a generic orange safety vest. as a hard hat, a shirt with old or defaced ComEd logos.

learning environments matter and the working group reported major deficiencies in current spaces after conducting assessments. For example, bathrooms are far away from the classrooms and were not built to be accessible to children under 5. Youngster’s bathroom needs take valuable time away from instructional activities, both for students and the paraprofessional staff members who must accompany them on their long walks to use the toilet. It is an even longer walk to the playground and gym, wasting time as children are formed in a line to make the hikes. “Despite the obstacles and challenges presented by our facilities,” testimonials by parents of children in both programs that can be read on the district’s website show the value of both, Scarsella said. John T. Donovan, of Palos Park, the organizer of the petition effort last December that forced Palos School District 118’s planned $6.5 million working cash fund borrowing onto the ballot as a referendum question – now voided by the board’s actions Tuesday – attended the board meeting. Although Donovan said he is happy that the district will heed the wishes of the 12 percent of registered voters who signed petitions for a referendum, he castigated the school board for not placing the bond issue on the ballot in the first place, but instead leaving it to voters to collect 2,100 signatures of registered voters on the petitions he filed with a representative of the board of education at the district’s

administration building, 8800 W. 119th St., Palos Park, just before the new year. “If you did it then, people would have had six months to digest that information; now you are giving voters one month to digest it,” he said. Icy snow covered the ground and was still falling as Donovan filed the required petition sheets for that referendum in the final week of 2015. The school board had until this month to decide whether to move forward with placing the question on the Nov. 8 ballot, hence its actions at its Aug. 9 meeting Tuesday. Donovan also criticized the wording of the new construction bonds referendum because it does not mention the other projects in addition to the early childhood/ pre-K classroom addition that the $6.5 million is to be used for. “A quarter of the money is to be used for other things,” he said.

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INSIDE THE FIRST AMENDMENT Republicans, Democrats and the stakes for religious freedom By Charles C. Haynes As this strange, unorthodox and downright scary presidential campaign heads into the final stretch, let’s pause to consider what’s at stake for religious freedom in this election. Like motherhood and apple pie, religious freedom is universally popular with members of both major parties. But you don’t have to read far in the party platforms to discover that Republican and Democratic definitions of religious freedom could not be farther apart in meaning and application. According to the GOP platform, religious freedom involves, among other things: Defending marriage as the union between one man and one woman; passing laws protecting people of faith who refuse service to same-sex couples; and displaying the Ten Commandments in public places. In sharp contrast, Democrats take mirror-image positions on all of the above: Same-sex marriage is a constitutional right

that does nothing to undermine religious freedom; refusal to serve same-sex couples is discrimination, not religious freedom; and government displays of religious symbols are violations of church-state separation. Politicians from both parties are fond of invoking Thomas Jefferson and James Madison, the framers most responsible for our constitutional arrangement in religious freedom. But people on both sides are sometimes guilty of cherry picking Jefferson and Madison quotes in support of their own vision of religious freedom. On the right, liberty of conscience is lifted up, but “no establishment” is often ignored, despite the fact that both Jefferson and Madison saw separating church from state as an essential condition for religious freedom. On the left, church-state separation is championed, but claims of religious conscience often get short shrift, despite the fact that both Jefferson and Madison Continued on Page 5

READERS WRITE ‘On violence’ struck close to home Dear Editor: Thanks for sharing Kathy Lovitt’s article with us. She brought a face and a very personal experience to the violence epidemic close by our comfortable suburb. She placed the reader into a very uncomfortable reality shared by too many people daily. We really continue to be very fortunate to live and raise families in Palos Heights and our Southwest Suburbs. Kathy’s passion for positive action and understanding was evident in a well written article. — Jim Keough, Palos Heights

Palos Park Police Foundation: Partners in crime fighting To the Editor: As we enter August, The Palos Park Police Foundation continue their work in partnership with the Palos Park Police and the many needs of 21st-Century Policing. The PPPF hopes to raise $30,000 plus this year! The PPPF Board realizes the struggle to be competitive and hire the best qualified officer candidates and allocation the equipment and training they need to be most effective in their job. The partnerships between the police and the public, known THEas the police foundation, works THE REGIONAL NEWS REGIONAL to close the gapNEWS many police An independent, locally-owned

agencies have and what they need to operate optimally and promote community interaction and participation. Palos Park was Illinois’ first Police Department Foundation. Our foundation members share a common purpose and similar organizing principles. They promote excellence in our police department by providing resources not otherwise readily available from traditional sources. PPPD uses foundation grants to purchase equipment, provide specialized training, encourage professional development and make sure we are crafting a well-trained, well equipped and professional police officer. Our membership board is made up of professionals and business leaders who live, work and enjoy this community and want to make sure we have officers who possess the skills, training, knowledge and equipment to be the best they can be. We thank our members, people who know the importance of business, philanthropy and government all working together. We remain forever grateful to Lane Hensley our founder, members Melissa Gracias, Carolyn Baca, Jim Finkl, Mke Sundermeier, Dan Polk Annette Mucha, Ken Stoffel, Shirley Hulse, Barry Churin, Don Mahoney, Adrienne Jackiw and Dave Glow. Palos Park’s Finest! — Joe Miller, Chief of Police, Palos Park

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Palos 118 aims to help early learners reach their full potential: bond issue By Superintendent Anthony Scarsella Each year nearly one million children enter kindergarten unprepared to succeed. Low-income children, English language learners, and children with disabilities are all more likely to enter kindergarten without the foundational skills required to be successful both academically and social-emotionally. These children often struggle to keep up in class, are frequently placed in special education programs, are labeled as having behavioral problems, and are more likely to require costly support services throughout their elementary school years. That’s why for more than a decade, Palos 118 has proudly invested in early learning services for our community’s youngest, most vulnerable children. We operate two early

learning programs; the Early Childhood (E.C.) program for students with disabilities and the Pre-Kindergarten (Pre-K) program for students identified as at-risk of failure. Both district-wide programs serve children ages 3 to 5 and are housed at Palos West Elementary School. The quality of physical space is especially impactful during the preschool years as children develop and learn through exploration of their environment. Last school year, we completed an internal and independent external assessment of our early learning classrooms and program spaces. Both identified major deficiencies in our current facilities. This came as no surprise to our teachers who have been doing their best to support our early learners in spaces never designed to accommodate 3 to 5 year olds. That is why I’m recommending a four-classroom addition at

Palos West specifically designed to meet the needs of our early learners. According to our architects from Wight & Co., construction of the addition and associated site improvements is estimated at $4.85 million. Illinois public schools have limited options when it comes to paying for major capital improvements. Most issue debt by selling bonds to finance improvements to school buildings. I’m recommending the Board of Education ask our taxpayers for the authority to issue $6.5 million in construction bonds to pay for the $4.85 million addition at Palos West and $1.65 million for routine maintenance and necessary upgrades to Palos West, Palos East, and Palos South. We are committed to providing factual information about this bond issue. Over the next three months, we will hold informational meetings so the community can learn

more about our proposal. At any time, residents can visit www.prek118.org to view a wealth of additional information, including preliminary budget documents and artist renderings. This website will be updated continuously as new information becomes available. When it comes to asking our taxpayers for support, we know transparency is paramount. It’s been almost 50 years since our taxpayers passed a school referendum and we wouldn’t come asking for additional taxpayer support if we didn’t think this project was so important. Please take some time this fall to attend one of our informational meetings and talk with us about our proposed projects so you can make an informed decision in November. Our first informational night is scheduled for Aug. 31 at 6:30 p.m. at Palos West Elementary School. I hope to see you there.

Is it Trump or Clinton? Yikes! RAY HANANIA How do you sort through the turmoil of this presidential election, the worst we have seen in generations? Will it be Donald Trump, the popular celebrity TV businessman with the offensive rhetoric, or Hillary Clinton, the veteran politician who distorts her record from Benghazi, her emails to the war in Iraq? It’s an ugly choice but we can’t waste a vote on a third party. This election reminds me of Jane Byrne’s election as Chicago mayor in 1979. Byrne was marginalized by the media, which said she can’t win. For the first six months of her administration, she was a rollercoaster of contradictions, controversy and insanity. She ended up dumping her “reform” allies and cut a deal with the very “Evil Cabal of Men” she had campaigned against. That “craziness” opened the door to real change. Here are my gut feelings about this election. For a man known for brilliant TV oratory, Trump has a horrible manner of speaking. He is unclear, often confusing, and he shoots-from-the-hip. The ugliness of the Trump-Clinton fight is worsened by the absence of good journalism. Trump can’t seem to explain what he really means, and the news media is happy to twist it even more. The media is like a surfer who looks for a good wave to ride. But this wave is on the Internet’s cesspool of screaming, yelling and cacophony of insanity. The media doesn’t lead, but rides that wave of hysteria driven by social media. A good example is Trump’s plan to confront drug trafficking and violence along the Mexican border. The media and Clinton assert Trump is “anti-Mexican,” twisting

Hanania will join DuMont on radio Sunday to discuss national politics

Southwest Community News Group columnist Ray Hanania joins host Bruce DuMont on Beyond the Beltway Radio Sunday, August 14 on WCGO 1590 AM Radio and on Sirius XM Radio POTUS Politics Channel 124 from 6 until 8 p.m. To join the discussion, call 1-800-723-8289. You can also catch Beyond the Beltway rebroadcasts on WIND 560 AM radio from 10 to noon. For more information, visit Hanania’s website at www.RayHanania.com. For more information on Bruce DuMont or to download his podcast, visit his website at www. BeyondtheBetlway.com. Trump’s carelessly spoken words. Trump wants to prevent drug dealers, rapists and killers from entering this country. Anyone can walk into this country from Mexico in a violation of immigration laws. Many are good people seeking better lives. But others are like El Chapo, the cutthroat gangster who killed thousands of Mexicans and many Americans, with protection from Mexican government corruption. Clinton claims she wants to resolve this immigration dilemma. But all she has done is ignore a solution to allow the status quo to worsen. We have more people entering this country illegally than ever before. It’s much like the issue of Muslims. Trump doesn’t hate Muslims. He wants people to filter out the bad from entering this country from the Islamic world, which is racked with violence. The way he said it is terrible, but the intent is good. Clinton used the issue of Muslims by exploiting the story of Pakistani Muslim American Khizr Khan and his wife, who lost their son in the Iraq war. It was pure political exploitation. The Khans attacked Trump. When Trump responded asking why Khan’s wife did not speak, he was accused of “anti-Muslim bigotry.” Trump may have poorly phrased the issue, but the truth is many women in this world, particularly in the Arab and Muslim world, are oppressed by men. More than 1,000 Pakistani women are murdered annu-

ally in “honor killings,” killings sanctioned by the society and the government because the women “disgraced” their male relatives. In one case, a pregnant Pakistani girl was buried in the ground up to her neck and stoned to death after being accused by her father and brothers of marrying a man they did not like. In Jordan, laws protect men convicted in “honor killings” by reducing their jail time to a few months. While Trump’s words may offend your moral compass, Clinton’s record offends mine. Clinton voted for the Iraq War, on the false claim Iraq was involved in the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Clinton voted both times to support the Patriot Act, which has undermined our civil rights, including those of Muslims and Mexicans, too! And, she is among Democratic leaders who have exploited immigration, doing nothing and allowing illegal border crossings to continue. Her failure to intervene properly in Benghazi is tragic, and her emails are filled with outrageous abuse of the public trust. The real tragedy is the national media will not allow a real discussion of the issues. By keeping it about Trump, the media is shielding Clinton and selling Americans short. Ray Hanania is an award winning former Chicago City Hall reporter and columnist. Email him at rghanania@gmail.com.

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POLICE BLOTTER: ORLAND PARK Orland Hills woman drove drunk, police say Orland Park police charged Shannon P. Hartney, 32, of Orland Hills, with DUI, improper lane usage, making an improper turn and failure to carry a driver’s license while driving after they curbed her minivan near 151st Street and 88th Avenue at 1:22 a.m. July 23. The vehicle was towed and impounded, and Hartney is scheduled to appear in court in Bridgeview on Sept. 1.

Pickup truck seized after man drove on revoked license: police La Grange resident Oscar J. Andrade, 39, was charged with operating a motor vehicle while using an electronic communications device, as well as driving on a revoked license, after police pulled over the pickup truck he

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The Palos Park Police Department’s Sunday day shift officers were invited to the McCarthy residence for lemonade on this beautiful, warm Sunday. Officers Kotsianis, Novak and Slabenak were humbled to find out that all proceeds from that day’s sale are being donated to the Palos Park Police Foundation. Our officers all agree that the support from the community is one of the things that make policing in Palos Park a pleasurable experience, Chief Joe Miller said. “ Our residents are the cornerstone of the community, and without their support, we absolutely could not do our jobs”, said Officer Bob Kotsianis.

was driving in the 9100 block of West 159th Street at 1:23 p.m. July 19. Andrade told police the vehicle belonged to his son, according to the police report. The pickup truck was towed and seized, and Andrade was due in court in Bridgeview on Aug. 4.

Police: 83-year-old woman stole clothing, jewelry Margarita Castaneda, 83, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft after she allegedly stole $164 worth of jewelry and clothing from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 5:08 p.m. July 21. Also charged was her daughterin-law, Alicia Z. Rosas, 61, also of Chicago, who allegedly stole jewelry and clothing worth $230, from the same store. Both women were scheduled to appear at a hearing on Tuesday at the Orland Park Civic Center.

Car burglarized while woman swims A 36-year-old Mokena woman reported that someone broke into her car while it was parked at Centennial Pool, 15600 S. West Ave., and stole her purse. The victim told police that she parked her vehicle at about 2:30 p.m. July 17, and when she returned more than two hours later, a rear side window was smashed. Her purse, which she had placed on the floor behind the driver’s seat, was missing. The victim said her yellow-with-fringe purse contained $150 cash and a pair of sunglasses. Her wallet was not stolen, because she took that with her to the pool.

Backpack stolen from unlocked car A 28-year-old man reported

that someone burglarized the car he was using while it sat parked in front of his home in the 8600 block of West Lexington Circle. The crime was discovered at 7 a.m. July 19. Missing was a camouflage-pattern backpack that contained the victim’s personal papers and a newly issued credit card. The car belonged to an auto dealer, the victim told police.

Oak Lawn woman charged with swiping blue jeans Police charged Oak Lawn resident Fatima M. Abu-Mazier, 56, with retail theft after she allegedly stole three pairs of blue jeans, worth of a total of $112, from a department store in Orland Square Mall at 5:25 p.m. July 16. She was expected to appear in court in Bridgeview on Tuesday.

POLICE BLOTTER: PALOS HEIGHTS Charged with DUI Danielle Overbey, 25, of Palos Heights, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic stop at 12:15 a.m. July 30, in the 12400 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said she was also cited for speeding and unlawful use of an electronic communication device. She is due in court on Sept. 6. Jeanette Rodriguez, 25, of Chicago, was charged with DUI following a traffic stop at 1:51 a.m. Sunday, in the 11800 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said she was driving south in

the northbound lanes over the Cal-Sag Bridge and registered .215 blood-alcohol count on a breath test. She was also cited for illegal transportation of open alcohol, driving without insurance, improper lane usage and violating the median. She is due in court on Aug. 22. Donald M. Kadow, 55, of Homer Glen, was charged with DUI following a traffic stop at 8:24 a.m. Sunday, in the 11800 block of Southwest Highway. Police said he was also cited for expired registration and driving without a seatbelt. He is due in court on Sept. 14.

License charges Krystal K. Peters, 33, of Gary, Ind., was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 10:20 a.m. Saturday, in the 7500 block of West College Drive. Police said she was also cited for unlawful use of a data communication device. She is due in court on Sept. 6. Antoni L. Kowalczyk, 62, of Chicago, was charged with driving without a license following a traffic crash at 6:03 p.m. July 27, in the 12300 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said there were no injuries. He is due in court on Sept. 14.

Rodolfo Caballero, 44, of Chicago, was charged with driving on a suspended license following a traffic stop at 11:33 a.m. Saturday, in the 7100 block of West College Drive. Police said he is due in court on Sept. 14.

Charged with aggravated speeding Issa Alrahwahneh, 30, of Chicago, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at 12:48 a.m. Sunday, in the 12400 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said was driving 62 mph in a 35 mph zone. He is due in court on Aug. 22.

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Rx drop-off boxes sited As a result of recent success at the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago’s (MWRD’s) Drug Take Back Day collections, the agency will permanently house drug drop-off boxes at four locations. The 38-gallon Medsafe drug collection boxes will be housed at the MWRD’s Main Office Building, at 100 E. Erie St. in Chicago from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday. The boxes will be open seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the MWRD’s Stickney, Calumet and O’Brien water reclamation plants (WRPs). The Stickney WRP is located at 6001 W. Pershing Rd., Cicero; Calumet is at 400 E. 130th St., Chicago; and O’Brien is at 3500 Howard St., Skokie. “This agreement bolsters our partnership with the Cook County Sheriff’s Office to protect public safety, public health and the environment,” said MWRD Commissioner Debra Shore, Chairman of the MWRD Committee on Public Information and Education, which coordinated a 2015 study session for MWRD commissioners to assess the partnership. “When people do not have a safe, secure way to dispose of their unused or expired meds, these meds accumulate at home (becoming a risk to seniors and teens), or are thrown out with the trash, where the chemicals will

eventually enter groundwater or rivers and streams. By keeping harmful drugs from being flushed down toilets or rinsed down sinks, we are creating cleaner waterways and a better home for aquatic life.” Water treatment facilities are not designed to remove minute concentrations of pharmaceuticals, so the chemicals eventually wind up in area streams and waterways and have a negative impact on water quality. Numerous studies show significant detrimental effects of pharmaceutical drugs on aquatic life. In May, following the collection of nearly 500 pounds of unwanted medicine at separate drug take-back collections, the MWRD announced it would permanently install drug drop-off boxes.

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argued vigorously for robust protection for the free exercise of religion. Both parties could use a reminder that the First Amendment contains two principles in service of one freedom. Taken together, “no establishment” and “free exercise” protect liberty of conscience for people of all faiths and none. However much Democrats and Republicans disagree about the application of these First Amendment principles, members of both parties should be united in opposition to religious discrimination and hatred of any kind in our public square. Unfortunately, the Republican primary season has been open season on American Muslims, contributing to an unprecedented spike in assaults on Muslims and mosques across the country. Of course, terrorists commit-

ting horrific acts of violence in the name of Islam have fed the anti-Muslim propaganda, giving politicians and religious leaders plenty of ammunition in the campaign to convince Americans that Islam is the enemy. Anti-Muslim rhetoric has gone mainstream with leading Republican contenders — including nominee Donald Trump — making statements that fuel Islamophobia by conflating Muslims and terrorism. As a result, 58 percent of Trump supporters but only 24 percent of Hillary Clinton supporters have an unfavorable view of Islam, according to a poll released last month by Reuters/Ipsos. To their credit, many Republican leaders — including Gov. Mike Pence before his vice presidential nomination — have pushed back against Trump’s proposal to ban all Muslims from entering the U.S.

cannot afford to fail. Remember Such ideas are, in the words of Pence, “offensive and unconstithat when you vote on Nov. 8. tutional.” Charles C. Haynes is vice In our democracy, Democrats president of the Newseum Inand Republicans contend over stitute and founding director of competing visions of religious the Religious Freedom Center. freedom — and that is as it E-mail: chaynes@newseum.org should be. Because of current and anticipated vacancies on the Web: www.religiousfreedomcenSupreme Court, this election, ter.org Twitter: @hayneschaynes more than any in decades, will determine which vision the Court upholds. All it takes is five justices to decide how high Puzzle on Page 9 or low a wall of separation — and how far to extend religious exemptions. One thing, however, should not be up for a vote: No American should live in fear because of the religious garb they wear, the part of the world they come from, the place where they worship or the color of their skin. Islamophobia is the great religious freedom test of our time – a test of our commitment to the First Amendment that we

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For decades, some political pundits have claimed that Illinois’ system of township government is a 19th century relic that no longer serves a purpose and should be abolished. Time and again over the years, Stickney Township Supervisor Louis S. Viverito has proven skeptics wrong by delivering a range of quality services that other units of government don’t. “We’re proud of what we have accomplished here and what we continue to do every day,” Viverito said in a conversation in his office at township headquarters in Burbank, the city where Viverito and his wife of 60 years, Carolyn, have lived for many years — even before it was incorporated in 1969. From several modern facilities, township employees provide clinical health services for young and old — everything from prenatal services for mothers-to-be to geriatric care for senior citizens. Township services include those typically not provided by municipal or county government — such as dentistry, podiatry, in-home visits from nurses and even mental health care. Stickney Township also offers door-to-door bus service for people age 60 and up, as well as township residents with disabilities.

Also provided are animal and pest control, people, especially those in need.” The Regional News inspections of restaurants and other food es“Burbank has been very good to the Viverito tablishments, meals for senior citizens (both family,” he added. “I have served as supervisor at congregate sites, as well as home-delivered), for 43 years, as well as president of the public exercise classes, highway-related services for health district. I’m not going anywhere.” unincorporated areas, and much more — typA decorated veteran of the Korean War, Viically without a fee. verito also is known as a staunch supporter of Raised in the Bridgeport neighborhood in active-duty military and veterans. Chicago, Viverito was a barber working at Seen by many as a model of government 79th and Narragansett with no plans to enter service, Stickney Township has long served as the public arena until he was asked to in the a bulwark against those who want to abolish late 1960s by Dr. Robert Smith, then township township government. Brown, Howard Proud WWII U.S. Good friend of Patricia Klinksupervisor. It was the start of a career thatM., saw But no one should take those services man. for Army Veteran, Signal Corps, Philippines. him serve in a number of capacities, includViverito cautioned, saying that county husband of the lategranted, Inez Brown. Memorial visitation Saturday, ing Metropolitan Water Beloved Reclamation District officials at the highest levels have told him of Loving father of Clifford Brown & Glenn August 13th from 2 p.m. until commissioner and assistant majority leader of their plans to fold unincorporated areas into (Bernadette) Brown. 8 p.m. with a chapel service the Illinois State Senate. Proud grandfather of Jerome, Michael at 7 p.m. at the Kerry Funeral nearby municipalities and to consolidate or even “People say to me, ‘Viverito, why are you (Anita), Nicholas (Christa) & Justin. Home, 7020 W. 127th Street, Palos Heights. abolish township government within the next still living in Burbank? Why don’t you retire Cherished great Taylor, Funeral and Interment will be private. and move away?’ and I tell them that I’vegrandfather been fourofyears. Jacob,for Abigail, Marisa & Noah. www.kerryfh.com ~ (708) 361.4235 ~ Voters who want township services mainmarried to the same woman 60 years, I love Dear brother of June (late Perry) Wilson. www.facebook.com/kerryfuneral tained should “contact their state legislators and her very much, my office is five minutes from home—and besides, I don’t think she could contact the governor and say that the people in take me being around 24 hours a day,” he said each township should be given the opportunity Stickney Township Supervisor Lo with a chuckle. “I’m the type of man who has to decide — via referendum — if their local to stay in motion, to keep working and getting township government should remain or not,” continue to provide a range of servi for seniors. concluded. things done. And really, Jane it’s a S. privilege serve Hughes,toage 80 ofhe Orland Park, Clyde “Scott” (Karen) Hughes lll of MoIL, formerly of Mansfield, PA, died Sunday, kena, IL; 2 daughters, Jackie Flack and August 7, 2016 at Soldiers and Sailors MeCindy Hopwood both of Mansfield, PA; a morial Hospital, Wellsboro, PA. She was sister and brother-in-law, Janice (Richard) born November 8, 1935 in Roseville, PA, a Doner of Mansfield, PA; 6 grandchildren, daughter of David and MaryAlice (Strange) Jeremie Ressler, Melissa York, Grant HopSweely. Jane was the wife of the late Clyde wood, Vanessa Hopwood, Kristen (Tim) E. Hughes, Jr. She was employed as a Andretich, Kyle Hughes, as well as 6 great Dietary Supervisor at Palos Community grandchildren; a niece, Joy Schucker. Bernadine M. Antone “Bernie” nee nie lovedHospital cookbooks, gardening, in Palos Heights, IL before she retired. She Family and friends are invited to attend a viewing Litz, 90, of Palos Heights, passed member of the Worth animals andwas soupa with homemade dump-Methodist Church for on Saturday, August 13, 2016 from 10:00 to 11:00 away July 4, 2016 surrounded by famyears kind before closed. She attended the A.M. at Buckheit Funeral Chapel and Crematory, lings. She many was sweet, andit loving. ily. Born May 13, 1926 to Edward and Palos Heights Methodist Church before returning Inc., 637 S. Main St., Mansfield, PA. Services Beloved wife of the late Frank Mary Litz, she was raised on the famito the area where she attended Antone; loving mother of Debra the Roseville United will follow at 11:00 A.M. at the funeral chapel ly farm in Lake Lenore, Saskatchewan, enjoyed cooking, baking, with Pastor Tim Parker officiating. Additional and BradleyMethodist (Cristina);Church. Jane and proud grandCanada. Bernie rode her horse to a socializing, spending time with her grandchildren visitation will follow from Noon to 1:00 P.M. at mother of Rachel; sister of Shirley one-room schoolhouse, helped clear the and family. She was very dedicated to the Food the funeral chapel. Burial will be in Mainesburg Schreiner Pantry and late brothers, Sylves-Methodist Church. land, harvest the crops and tend at the Worth United Cemetery, Mainesburg, PA. www.buckheitfcandter, Cornell, Edward, Franklin and and daughter-in-law, crematory.com. the livestock. She played hockey with Jane is survived by a son her 5 brothers. Bernie and Frank mar- James; cousin to Rose Frank and late ried in 1948 and settled in Chicago Elizabeth Barth. “Auntie Bernie” to where they raised their family. Ber- many nieces and nephews. We love and miss you.

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grandfather who lived for 69 years in the Chicago area after moving here in 1947 from Cincinnati, OH to make his home and begin his career. He spent 39 years as a Sales Engineer with the LeBlond Machine Tool Co. serving the Chicago regional market. R. (Bernadette) Lang. His love of sports was reflected as not only Grandfather of Thomas M. (Marisa), Dr. an avid fan but as a coach and mentor to Michael J. (Sarah) & Timothy J. (Mary his 3 sons and many other children in the Eileen) Lang. Palos Park area. He and his wife were longtime Great Grandfather of Edmund Richard, Caroline members of both Saint Michael Parish in Orland Park Marina, Juliet Olivia and Claire Cecilia Lang and Our Lady of the Woods Parish in Palos Park. the Visitation General Corporate Fund. was Saturday, August 6th until time In lieu of flowers a memorial may be made in was a certifofAlso Massapproved at his honor to the Fr. Ed Pigott Scholarship Fund of MeetW. Gretta, from Frankfort. Gretta is staying with Gordon’ icate estimated revenues in 10731 OurofLady of the Woods Church 131sta 10-year-old St. XavierChow Highmix School in Cincinnati, OH. practicing veterinary medicine in Florida. Her she is showntobeing treated for lymph the amount $14,020,668 as Street OrlandofPark, Illinois 60462. www.stxavier.org/FrPigottScholarship continue one Alsip, of the top we see in our presented by Holy Village Treasurer Interment Sepulchre Cemetery, Il- diseases his strong belief in dogs. the value of Jesuit education. Dwayne linois. K. Fox. The document For Additional Information please Call 708 448certifies thathusband, the estimated Devoted father,revegrandfather and great 3530 or www.vanhenkelum.com nues presented are anticipated to be received by the village during Dear Dr. Fleming, the 2016-17 Fiscal Year. Gladys, my 8-year old Springer Spaniel, keeps Other approvals included an getting bladder infections. I think she has had 5 ordinance amending the official or 6 in the past 6 months or so. Can you tell me zoning map of the village, based why you think is happening? The internet says I on recommendations from the can fix this problem by adding ground up cranREDB. berries to her food. Will this help? BusinessBVM licenses were approved Nativity Church — Carl, Worth DVM • for five businesses, including Palos Park Massages Reduces Stress, 11416 Dear Carl, church willComputer hold its Family S.The Harlem Ave.; Outlet Cranberry extract may help in some dogs with as the high-pressure in th Picnic Sunday, Aug 14,Sharns from Center,this 11300 S. Harlem; recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), but re- of urethra discourage bac noon to 7240 5 p.m.Southwest It will include food, Motel, Highway; To get to your questi gardless of what the internet says, blenderizing fun and games entertainment Simsimroo Inc.,and 7055 W. 111th St., UTI relapse include inap whole cranberry will not help. It’s a very particfor TheLight church is at11350 8530 andeveryone. the Candle Shop, (wrong dose, wrong dur ular cranberry (North American cranberry, VacW. 131st-St., Palos Park S. Harlem Ave., Unit 1. cinium macrocarpon that has the unique bioactive pliance), persistence of proanthocyanidins (PACs). For clients who will to a nidus which allows add in an alternative nutraceutical to their dog’s place” such a stone or can LEGAL NOTICE urinary tract treatment I only recommend Nutra- in the kidney which keep WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC max’s product called Cranadin. If you are going with bacteria and infectio (6301495) Attorneys 105 W. Adams, Suite 1850 to spend time and money, you might as well use also re-seeds the bladd Chicago, Illinois 60603 reinfection include failu an appropriate product. posing causes of UTI suc STATE OF ILLINOIS, COUNTY OF Cook, ss – IN Recurrent UTI are a common problem in dogs. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Nelson, of Palos Heights, are happy to announce the THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS (fat dog with vulva wh There are oftwo typesKelly, of to UTI recurrence: engagement theirmajor daughter, Christopher Blankshain, son of Dr. COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, BANK relapse and reinfection. OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. ALAN FELSENTHAL, and Mrs. Jeffrey Blankshain, ofThe Parkconcept Ridge. of relapse the rear of the dog — to grow), incontinence, ANGELIQUE MCGLASHAN, CITIBANK (SOUTH Kelly is a 2004 graduateisof of Stagg Highimportance School and awhen 2008 graduate of Illinois versus reinfection major DAKOTA) N.A., VILLAGE OF OAKLAWN, VILLAGE OF kidney disease, Wesleyan University where received degree in nursing. She currently diabetes a trying to diagnose andshe treat UTIs.a Relapses are PALOS PARK, UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND and spontaneous reinfec NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, et. al., Defendants, Case works as a surgical nurse at Loyola Medical Center in Maywood. Chris defined as UTI recurrence with the same species No. 16 CH 04406. Diagnosis and treatmen graduated fromofMaine South in 2004several and from Purdue in 2008 and strain bacteria within weeks of University both beyondinthe scope with a degree in business management. He works for Elkay Industries The requisite affidavit for publication having been stopping antibiotics. Reinfection is recurrent UTIs filed, notice is hereby given to you: Broadview. caused by bacteria that are different than the prior don’t think you’re going A bacteria. fall 2016 wedding is being planned. ALAN FELSENTHAL, ANGELIQUE MCGLASHAN, Dogs with positive urine culture during your vet clinic and get UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD antibiotic treatment have either super-infection or and presto-majico fix the CLAIMANTS, defendants in the above entitled suit persistent infection. Super-infections are infections to do some testing like bl has been commenced in the IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT with resistant bacteria acquired during treatment yses, urine cultures, radio - CHANCERY DIVISION, by the said plaintiff against of an initial UTI. Persistent infections occur when Treating recurrent UTIs c you and other defendants, praying for the forecloyour vet and your dog. sure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises the original bug persists during treatment. described as follows, to-wit: Most UTIs occur from bacteria ascending from LOT 22 IN KINVARRA HILLS, BEING A SUBDIVISION the vaginal vestibule or prepuce. There are normal We have a lot to think a OF BLOCK 5 (EXCEPT THE WEST 1/2 THEREOF) AND host defenses that protect the bladder from infec- country’s history. Most of ALL OF BLOCK 6 IN JOHN M. POWELL`S DIVISION OF tion. These defenses include the fact that normal cern for our nation. I a THE SOUTHEAST 1/4 OF SECTION 28, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL voiding flushes bacteria out of the tract before they time in February, 1776, MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.. PIN: 23can set up an infection, normal dog urine will kill Declaration of Independe 28-407-007-0000. Commonly known as: 9850 Wild Cherry Lane, Palos Park, IL 60464, and which said bacteria due to its high osmolality and extremes wrote home from his du Mortgage was made by ALAN FELSENTHAL, ANGELin pH, and the lining of the urinary tract has anti- wife Abigail, “There is a IQUE MCGLASHAN, as Mortgagor(s) to ABN AMRO Mortgage Group, Inc., as Mortgagee, and recorded bacterial properties. 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nah,July GA 20 andatformerly of Palos The Palos Heights Woman’s Club will be dishing out freeRudolph ice creamT. cones from Diane’s to every blood-donor Hegener, 82, a Place resident of Palos Heights, died Manorcare West Park, IL. Beloved Husband of the Late Susan Lang at the club’s blood drive on Saturday, Sept. 17. The Heartland Blood Center along with the Palos Fire Dept. will in Palos Heights. nee 30 Dalheim. help to host this event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of 123rd and Harlem. are PHWC HomeLife Mr. Hegener, a U.S. Air Pictured Force veteran, was employed for years at the Continental Committee Chair Denise Hyker (from left), Diane Goerg, of Diane’s Place and Nancy Clark-Jurek, PHWC Loving Father of Richard (Ginger) Lang, Can owner Company. Blood Drive Committee Chair. Thesister, Late Thomas R. (Susan) Lang & Daniel Survivors include a daughter, Kathryn Watkiss; son, Ross; Rose Norris; brother, Ralph Hegener; and two grandchildren. Services were private.

SENIOR NOTES Atrial fibrillation Worth townhome development rejected a second time By Kurt Erickson, MD

MetroSouth Medical Center The heart should beat in a regular rhythm, like the ticking of a clock. Disruption of this normal pattern may be a hint of other health problems. The most common irregular heart rhythm is atrial fibrillation. The electrical system within Kurt Erickson the heart is responsible for coordinating the pumping action of the four heart chambers. It allows the upper two chambers (right and left atria) to squeeze a fraction of a second before the lower chambers (right and left ventricle), allowing the ventricles to fill completely. The fully loaded ventricles then propel blood to the lungs and the rest of the body. Disruption of this synchronized electrical activity results in an irregular heartbeat, or arrhythmia. Atrial fibrillation is an irregular heart rhythm that originates in the upper heart chambers. Symptoms may be described as palpitations, “heart racing,” or fluttering in the chest. Some may interpret this sensation as anxiety. Your pulse, may feel chaotic and irregular. Some people may have this irregular heart beat without experiencing any symptoms. A normal heart rate is 60 to 100 beats per minute. With atrial fibrillation the heart may beat at 100 to150 beats per minute. Atrial fibrillation may be caused by abnormal thyroid function, heart valve problems, blood clots to the lungs, fluid around the heart, or coronary artery disease. It can occur after a night of heavy al-

By Sharon L. Filkinsor cocaine. cohol consumption It can occur spontaneously with A zoningfrequency request wasasdenied for increasing we age. aPerhaps secondthe time duringconcern the Julywith 19 greatest Worth Village Board meeting to this disorder is the risk of stroke. build a six-unitoftownhome develThe presence atrial fibrillation opment 10959 S. stroke Harlem increasesatthe risk of at Ave. least Several months ago, the applifivefold. cant had presented a plan that Appropriate treatment of atrial called for more than six units, but fibrillation varies significantly dethe request denied due to the pending on was the cause and severity size of the lot and the number of of symptoms. Therapy generally variances requested. includes anticoagulation therapy There were six variances re(blood thinners) for stroke prequested this time, ranging from vention. In the past, this meant rezoning from R-1 single-family Coumadin (warfarin) therapy. This residence to a T1 single-family required blood tests at least once a attached residence. The applicant month to ensure safe and effective was seeking less than 150 feet treatment. Five years ago in a new of lot frontage required the category of medication, Novel T1 District and to provide Oral less Anticoagulation, simplified stroke than the 25-foot rear yard setback prevention while decreasing the required. risk bleeding also complications. Theof applicant was hopIn addition to anticoagulation, ing to provide fewer than the we 15 must decide on a strategy required parking spaces of on“rate the control” versus control.” property and to“rhythm build accessory Some may containing benefit frommore electrical structures than cardioversion to footage. shock the heart 160 feet in area back a regular rhythm (rhythm JosetoMadrigal, a resident who control). Thisproperty, is a simple lives near the askedoutto patient procedure. elderly address the board andAn stated that individual who has no symptoms may do very well with medications that keep the heart rate under 100 beats per minute (rate control). Therapy may also require treatment of an underlying disorder, such as thyroid disease or heart valve disorder. Atrial fibrillation is common. It may cause palpitations, or may have no symptoms at all. Appropriate therapy can improve symptoms and decrease future complications. To find a cardiologist convenient to you, call the MetroSouth 24/7 Find-A-Doctor line at 708-4897925. — MetroSouth Medical Center

he was protesting changing the zoning to T1. “I object to either four or five townhomes on this property. Two homes will be acceptable, but if they build townhomes there, my house will be up for sale,” he said. Trustee Rich Dziedzic said that the village’s Real Estate Development Board (REDB) had recommended four units instead of the proposed six. “This would reduce the amount of variances needed,” Dziedzic said. “We are hoping to give you something to work with as we would like to see the property developed.” Trustee Pete Kats agreed. “We want to work with you. We all would like to Susan see something Don and Reitsma nice on the property.” Golden Seniorsvillage DuringOaks the meeting, board officials said they are The Golden Oaks Seniors metin excellent financial shape the Wednesday last week at thefor Palos fiscal year that beganCommunity May 1, 2016 Park Presbyterian and endsinApril 2017. Church Palos30, Park. Following a brief public hearing Following a luncheon, the as required law, the board apgroup was by entertained by Don proved its Annual Appropriation and Susan Reitsma. Don and Ordinance reflecting the of Susan have entertained thesum Gold$14,020,668 in appropriations for en Oaks members previously and this time they performed their Summer Party Program. They have a wide variety of programs and this one was very special. They have entertained audiences with their music for many years and sing a variety of music from the ’30’s to the ’80’s. Their musical tribute to Steve Lawrence and Eydie Gorme is a “must-see performance”. If interested in attending the Golden Oaks monthly meetings, call the church at 448-5220. The group meets at noon, has lunch at a cost of $5 and then is entertained by a wide variety of programs.

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as document number 0517202228, and the present owner(s) of the property being ALAN FELSENTHAL, ANGELIQUE MCGLASHAN, and for other relief: that summons was duly issued out of said Court against you as provided by law, and that the said suit is now pending.

Now, therefore, unless you, the said above named defendants, file your answer to the Complaint in the said suit or otherwise make your appearance therein, IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION, Richard J Daley Center, 50 W. Washington, Room 802, Chicago, IL 60602 on or before _AUGUST 29, 2016 default may be entered against you at any time after that day and a Judgment entered in accordance with the prayer of said Complaint. Dated,

Chicago, Illinois,

Clerk of the Cook County Circuit Court. THIS IS AN ATTEMPT TO COLLECT A DEBT PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Last known addresses: Defendant Address: 1204 Edmer Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302; 9850 Wild Cherry Lane, Palos Park, IL 60646

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Alek Gacek, 5 years old, of Orland Park, gets a haircut, getting ready for kindergarten, at Orland Township’s annual Back to School health fair on July 30. Christina Rogers was cutting hair that day as a free-lancer. More than 300 students were assisted at the fair held at the Orland Township office.

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Neat Repeats Resale stores seeking v Volunteers are being sought to work at Neat Repeats Resale stores in the southwest suburbs. Neat Repeats Resale stores

have been serving the community for almost 30 years. Stores are located at 9028 W. 159th St., Orland Park, and 7026 W.

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of a public hearing (Docket 2016-08) to be held before the Palos Heights’ Zoning Board of Appeals on Monday, August 15, 2016 at 7:00 p.m., at the Palos Heights City Hall, 7607 W. College Drive, Palos Heights, IL to consider a petition filed by David Triezenberg for a variance in the City’s Zoning Code, Section 153.13, Accessory Buildings, to allow for the installation of an accessory use structure in the rear yard measuring 256 sq. ft. with a height of 12.ft 4in. at the center peak on the property commonly known as 12622 S Harold Ave, Palos Heights, IL. PIN 23-25-426-008-0000 All interested parties are invited to attend and will be given an opportunity to be heard. Patricia M. Sheppard Deputy City Clerk

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Library, Day Dreamer Jewelry will join next Palos Market The Palos Heights Library will again join the Palos Heights Farmers Market on Wednesday Aug. 17, with story hour at 10 a.m. This week’s theme will be “The Dog Days of Summer”. Stories, songs, crafts and more will make for an enjoyable and educational experience for young children. Library staff will be at the market till noon with upcoming Fall Programming information. Make sure to stop by. Rita Schultz, creator of Day Dreamer Jewelry, will also be at the Community Tent. Rita works to create works of art using intention, love and a special awareness to the meaning of her beautiful Day Dreamer Jewelry. She uses sparkling Swarovski crystals, gorgeous semi-precious stones, sterling silver, copper, mixed metals and vintage treasures to create her very unique jewelry. This week, Rita will be featuring her Together Forever Bracelet sets! The perfect Back to School gift for “Mom & Me”! Take a sneak peek for these bracelets and more at www. RitaSchultz.com. This is the peak season for summer and early fall fruits and vegetables in the market! Samples of available produce include early apples, apricots, plums, peaches, berries, melons, tomatoes, lettuces, kale, spinach, radishes, kohlrabi, beets, summer and some early fall squashes, carrots, mushrooms, green and wax beans, various onions, green and red cabbage, cucumbers, corn, many colors of peppers, eggplant and more can be purchased very week. A large selection of food items are also at the market on a weekly basis. They include breads, and multiple types of bakery items, pies and noodles, cheeses, eggs, butter, jams and jellies, local honey and maple syrup, olive oils and vinegars, beef, pork and chicken, salsas, pasta and BBQ sauces and Italian peppers, three different varieties of ready to eat tamales, pizza and pizza products, ready to bake pizza, pesto, and organic and vegan frozen vegetable patties, soups, desserts, loose leaf teas. Our vendors also have beautiful perennial and annual plants, herbs and flowers. Finally, get ready for summer barbeques and parties are Pampered Chef. They have everything you will need. LINK cards are accepted at the

BENEFITS & FUNDRAISERS Caring for Kids Golf Classic Friends and supporters of My Joyful Heart will hold on their Caring for Kids Golf Classic on Monday, Sept. 12, at Silver Lake Country Club in Orland Park. For reservations and information, call (815) 806-1700, or visit www. myjoyfulheart.org/kidsgolfclassic. Golf is $150 per person for 18 holes with contests, prizes, silent auction, raffles, awards, and dinner. Golfers can try for a hole-inone for a chance to win a 2016 BMW 328i xDrive. This contest

hole is sponsored by Zeigler BMW of Orland Park. The shotgun start is at 1 p.m. and registration begins at noon. If you can’t make it for golf, you can reserve seats to attend the dinner only for just $50 per person. Dinner includes chicken and steak on the barbecue and will be served with an assortment of delicious sides. Before the meal, golfers and dinner guests will all have the chance to peruse and bid on a variety of silent auction prizes that are sure to delight avid golfers and sports enthusiasts. My Joyful Heart is a unique

charity that provides personalized assistance for children in need throughout Chicagoland. They depend on help from area businesses and are offering sponsorships for this event starting at just $250. There are a variety of options available to meet the needs of both large and small businesses. To advertise your business to guests attending the event while providing much needed support for My Joyful Heart, visit www. myjoyfulheart.org/kidsgolfclassic, or call Diane Carroll at (815) 8061700.

program at 448-1473. • Tuesday Evening Book Discussion – Tuesday, Aug. 16, 7 p.m. Discuss the fiction book Its. Nice. Outside. by Jim Kokoris, a “funny, heartbreaking” story of family whose bond gets stretched and tested in the wake of a road trip and wedding. Books are available at the Front Desk. New members are always welcome. SAVE THE DATE: Sunday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. Author Jim Kokoris will visit the library to talk about his newest book Its. Nice. Outside. • Basic Genealogy – Wednesday, Aug. 17, 6:30 p.m. Join Public Services Librarian Beth Stevens for this introduction to the basics of genealogy research. Discover how to interpret, organize and record the data you collect and how to use internet and library resources to help build your family tree. • Book & Film Series: The Big Short – Thursday, Aug. 18, 2 p.m. This Academy Award winning film based on the book by Michael Lewis tells the true story of four men who saw the looming market crash of the mid 2000’s and stars Christian Bale, Steve Carrell, Ryan Gosling and Brad Pitt. Runtime 130 minutes. • The following clubs meet weekly at the Palos Heights Public

Library: Needle Club – Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to noon. Scrabble Club – Tuesdays from 1-3 p.m. Mah Jongg – Tuesdays from 1-4 p.m. Contact the Library to register for these programs at 708-4481473 or visit the Library’s website at www.palosheightslibrary. org. The library is at 12501 S. 71st Ave.

LIBRARY NOTES Summer Reading celebration Celebrate the end of the Summer Reading program at the Palos Park Library. The library staff will be awarding prizes on Thursday, Aug. 18, at 6:30 p.m. The library will also host a three-time Blues Music Award Nominee and a recipient of the Blues foundation’s keeping the Blues Alive award, Fruteland Jackson. He will be performing and conducting a lecture on the history of the blues at 7 p.m. The library is at 12330 Forest Glen Boulevard. Call the library to register at 448-150, or for more information, visit the library online at www.palosparklibrary.org.

Palos Heights library upcoming programs • Creative Coloring for GrownUps - Saturday, Aug. 13, 11 a.m. Explore your creativity and let your inner artist reign in this stressfree and relaxing hour of coloring designs from the popular coloring books for grown-ups. All materials will be supplied. • Microsoft Word: Part 2 – Monday, Aug. 15, 6:30 p.m. Learn how to create and format a document. Basic computer, keyboard, and mouse skills required. Seating is limited, please register for this

Burgers and Badges ‘meat and greet’ with police The Palos Park Police Department will hold their first Burgers with the Badges event this Friday, from 5 to 7 p.m., at the police station, 8999 W. 123rd. Police Chief Joe Miller and volunteers will serve burgers to the public as a Meat (Burgers) and greet with the officers and the community in a non-law enforcement type setting. The goal is to communicate and sit down and talk about different issues that affect the department and the community. The gathering is an important part of having a sense of community strength where our people are physically seeing our officers work for them as they do every day while also emphasizing that they are here to work with us and not against us, Chief Miller said.

It is not too late to submit a nomination for a Keep Palos Heights Beautiful Award. Nomination forms are available at City Hall, the Palos Heights Public Library and the tions.org, calling 708-383-0258, or Catholic Charities Argento Senior Center at 708-832-1208. The coupons are available for low income seniors, and are good for fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs at farmers markets. The market is partnering with Dr. John Principe MD of WellbeingMD Center for Life for the 2016 “Recipes of the Week”. This week’s recipe is “Italian Fried Peppers and Tomato Salad”. Stop by the City Tent to pick up this week’s recipe along with previous summer recipes. In addition, all previous recipes can be found at www.WellbeingMD.com, or at www.palosheights.org. The market would like to thank this year’s Palos Heights Farmers Market Sponsors. They include Dr. John Principe, MD of Wellbeing MD Center for Life, The Private Bank, BMO Harris Bank, CNB Bank and Trust, United Trust Bank, City of Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz, Running for Kicks, Bon A Pit, Golden Shoes and Type Concepts Inc. Additional information about the Palos Heights Farmers Market can be found at www.palosheights. org, by calling 708-361-1800, Facebook or email farmersmarket@palosheights.org

Heights library youth programs • I Spy! Use your powers of observation to find different items in our I Spy display. Find the hidden items and enter a drawing to take home your own I Spy book. August 1-31 – all ages • Drop In Stories & Movement - Weather permitting, the library will be hosting our August stories and large motor movement outdoors in their circular patio on the north side of the library today (Thursday), at 10 a.m. No reservation is needed. All programs are free and open to everyone at the Palos Heights Public Library, 12501 S. 71st Ave. in Palos Heights. For more information or to register for a program, visit www.palosheightslibrary.org, call 448-1473, or stop by the Youth Services desk.

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Palos Heights Farmers Market. New in 2016, the Palos market is offering “Palos Bucks Double Value” on all LINK transactions, while sponsorship dollars are available. The market is proud to announce that it is the recipient of a LINK UP Illinois USDA Grant, for the support of the promotion of the Palos Heights Farmers Market LINK program. Recipients must stop at the City Tent to start the process. While at the City Tent, pick up or have endorsed your “Frequent Shopper Card”. Ten card endorsements will enter you into a year-end market raffle held on October 12 at noon. Bring a canned food donation (fruit, vegetable or protein only), or donate fresh fruit or vegetables from the market, and double credit will be given to your Frequent Shopper Card. This year, the market is partnering with The Palos United Methodist Church Food Pantry at 12101 S. Harlem Ave. All canned donations will be brought to that location. All fresh produce donations will be donated to Operation Blessing in Alsip. In addition, Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program and WIC Farmers Market Coupons are accepted at all farmers’ tents. Information about applying for the Senior coupons can be found at www.ageop-

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Palos Heights Recreation Center. Residents can nominate their own or a neighbor’s garden, house, addition, deck, tree, church or subdivision entrance, etc. The awards will be presented at the Award Night on Oct. 20. Winners in the home, garden, deck and tree categories will receive a sign for their front yard and all the nominees will receive a certificate for their category. For any questions, call Lois Duran at 361-9394 or Eileen Lunter at 466-7089.

Palos 118 Back to School annual family picnic Bring your picnic blanket, chairs, and appetite for fun to the Palos School District 118 Back to School Family Picnic on Monday, Aug. 22, at Palos South Middle School from 5 – 7:30 p.m. The annual picnic is open to the entire Palos community and offers complimentary slushies, soda, and popcorn, games, contests, live entertainment, face painting, inflatable fun slides, and balloon animals. Additionally, a variety of food will be available for purchase including hotdogs, pizza, Szechuan/mandarin selections, frozen yogurt, roasted corn, and more. Carpooling is strongly recom-

mended. Parking and shuttle buses will be available at St. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Church, 8410 131st St., Palos Park. Palos South Middle School is at 13100 S. 82nd Ave. in Palos Park. The event will take place rain or shine.

Heights School Dis. 128 preschool screenings Palos Heights School District 128 will be conducting a screening for all children residing within district boundaries who are 3 to 5 years of age. The screening will be held at Indian Hill School, 12800 S. Austin, Thursday, Aug. 25, from 10:30 a.m. to- 4 p.m. Areas of development assessed include speech and language, gross motor skills, and visual/ auditory strengths. A vision and hearing screening will also be conducted. Children will be screened by a diagnostic team of district personnel under the direction of District 128 Administration. Contact the Student Services office at 597-1285 to make an appointment or to request additional information The Student Services office will begin take appointments on Aug. 8. (8:30 am - 3:30 pm)

Palos Orland AAUW Book Discussion Group marks 40th year The Palos Heights Library display case for the month of August is featuring the Palos Orland Branch of the American Association of University Women’s Book Discussion group. Named Educational Foundation Honorees for 2016 by the national organization, members celebrated their 40th Anniversary. Discussing books monthly, they have also supported guest authors such as Harry Mark Petrakis at Moraine Valley Community College, attended plays and operas related to their reading selections, traveled as a group and celebrated in costumed and game type meetings. Some of their favorite authors are Geraldine Brooks, Barbara Kingsolver, Margaret Atwood, Louise Erdrich, Elizabeth Strout, Alice Mc Dermott, Joanne Harris, Anne Pachett and Sarah Dunant.

CLUB ACTIVITIES Southwest Sububan WOW The Southwest Suburban widow/widowers social club will meet Friday, Sept. 9, from 7 to 9 p.m., at Zion Church,17100 S. 69th Ave. in Tinley Park. The group meets monthly. Beverages and snacks are served .Entertainment is offered most months. The club offers support to widowed persons of all faiths and ages .Some activities include restaurant outings, dances , trips, theater etc., monthly games, discussion, interaction meetings, Newcomers get acquainted meetings. For more, call Danell Chmura at 630-728-9368.

Palos Newcomers Club Are you retired and have more free time to enjoy life? Do you enjoy meeting neighbors and have lunch at a fine country club with fine entertainment? If your answer is “yes”, then there is a warm welcome waiting for you from the Palos Newcomers Club. Members and their guests meet on the fourth Thursday in September, October, March, April and May.

In December the ladies enjoy a lunch and play at Drury Lane in Oakbrook. Other activities meeting

throughout the year are the book club, needlepoint and canasta. For more information or to become a member, call Terry at 448-6598.

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What can investors learn from roller coaster rides? If you have an interest in looking up obscure holidays and celebrations, you will find that Aug. 16 is National Roller Coaster Day. As you know, a roller coaster is used as a metaphor for many areas of life – including the financial markets. As an investor, what can you learn from this thrill ride? Here are a few suggestions: • Don’t jump off. This is pretty standard advice for all roller coaster riders – but it’s also a good recommendation for investors. Specifically, you don’t want to exit the financial markets when they turn volatile. It can be tempting to do so, because the markets do indeed experience dizzying drops from time to time. But if you jump out of the markets when they’re down, you may be on the outside when they start their climb, potentially missing out on gains. • Protect yourself. When you’re on a roller coaster, you are typically advised to keep your arms and legs inside the car to protect your extremities from dangerous contact with the track and other cars. As an investor, you also need to protect yourself from dangers such as a market downturn. If you owned just one type of asset, such as aggressive growth stocks, and a downturn occurred, you’d likely take a big hit. One of the best ways

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to help avoid this possibility is to diversify your holdings among stocks, bonds and other investments. Although diversification can’t guarantee a profit or protect against losses, it can help reduce the impact of volatility on your portfolio. • Keep looking forward. When you’re on a roller coaster, you don’t want to look backward. Not only could you strain your neck, but you’ll also be unprepared for the ups, downs, twists and turns that await you. When you invest, you want to keep looking forward as well. By keeping your eyes, and your focus, on your long-term goals, such as a comfortable retirement, you can be better prepared to follow a consistent strategy designed to help get you to your destination. • Don’t bring extra baggage. For obvious reasons, it’s not a good idea to bring any loose or extra baggage inside a roller coaster car

that may have you going upside down at 90 or so miles per hour. As an investor, you don’t want to be saddled with any extra “baggage,” either – and one of the biggest sources of this baggage is unrealistic expectations. If you think you will earn double-digit returns every year, you will likely be disappointed – and your disappointment could lead you to make unwise decisions, such as constantly buying and selling investments to improve your performance. This type of activity is expensive, time-consuming and usually futile. So, when you invest, maintain realistic expectations – it can help you stay on track toward your goals. By following these basic guidelines for roller coasters, you’ll enjoy a safer ride. And by observing similar rules for investing, you can help make your investment “journey” smoother – and less scary. 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.

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BUSINESS NOTES Wild Birds Unlimited: How to raise butterflies Join local author Sue Fox McGovern as she speaks about the process of raising butterflies at Wild Birds Unlimited in Palos Park on Saturday, Aug. 20, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Throughout the summer, McGovern finds eggs from monarchs,

black swallowtails, tiger swallowtails and red admirals in her backyard and raises each species. She will bring in various eggs, caterpillars and chrysalises to view at the talk. Seating is limited; call to register for this free event: ph. 361-8726. The store is at 13012 S La Grange Road.

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PHOTO MEMORIES FROM THE REGIONAL ARCHIVE

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Across 1 Dancing shoe item 4 Initially 11 Doo-wop syllable 14 Modern address 15 Seedless raisin 16 Oakley forte 17 Cape Town’s nation: Abbr. 18 Farm hauler 19 Jurist in 1995 news 20 Area 23 “Come __!” 24 Govt. stipend provider 25 __ Addict: fragrance brand 27 Spot relative 28 Hound 31 Fictional Melbourne Dame 32 SONIC’s Quarter Pound Coneys, e.g. 37 “Sweet as apple cider” girl of song 38 Extinct emu relative 39 1985 sci-fi classic 48 “Argo” setting 49 Flying Cloud, for one 50 “... __ is given”: Isaiah File photo from Aug. 10, 2006 51 Sub builder 52 It may be pitched 55 High-level predator Another season in the sun: Cora Pauli, 21, of Palos Heights, kept a watchful eye on swimmers at the Palos Heights 56 Hamlet’s satisfied comment pool Monday afternoon. In her third season as a lifeguard at the pool, she, like many young, local lifeguards, about the starts of 20-, 32- and returns to the halls of academe later this month. 39-Across? 61 Dadaism founder 62 Virgin America’s frequent-flyer program 63 Pipe turn 64 Commuter’s choice 65 Backs out 66 “The Murders in the __ Morgue” 67 Star quality 68 Ballpark officials 69 Old atlas abbr.

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Down 1 Alienate 2 Hall of fame 3 Tenor Domingo 4 Concerning 5 Gang lands 6 Reasons for breakdowns 7 Result of many a bite 8 Deserve 9 Storm output 10 Hawaiian root 11 Took marriage vows 12 Top-ten tune 13 Latin trio word 21 Unit of speed 22 Had too much 26 Dorm figs. 29 Words of woe 30 Idle, with “off” 33 Fired 34 Potpourri quality 35 “The Great” boy detective

36 Greek consonant 39 Bridge column datum 40 Decorator’s recommendation 41 Nymph in Homer’s “Odyssey” 42 Baby bootee, often 43 “Wait, there’s more” 44 Ticker __ 45 Loan sharks 46 Eponymous city founder 47 Co-dependency figure 53 Oklahoma tribe 54 Playful fish-eater 57 “His,” per Ambrose Bierce 58 Juice you can’t drink: Abbr. 59 Attorney general after Barr 60 Gas company with a green-bordered logo 61 Profiled penny prez (Answers on page 5)

SUDOKU The object of the game is to fill all the blank squares with the correct numbers. Each row of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each column of 9 numbers must include all digits 1 through 9 in any order. Each 3 by 3 subsection of the 9 by 9 square must include all digits 1 through 9.

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Razing of old Burger King could yield new Starbucks: A vacant Burger King in Palos Heights’ Tiffany Square Shopping Center would be torn down to make way for a new building in which a Starbucks Coffee and cellular phone store may open.

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Nuts: Some not good for dogs Dear Dr. Fleming, My brother-in-law tried to give my little dog some walnuts last night and I told him to stop. I have heard that nuts are toxic to dogs. Is this true? Valerie, Stickney Dear Valerie, I have never heard of walnut toxicity in dogs. My dogs get a few nuts when I am eating them and have never shown a problem. There is one nut, however, that is not good to give to dogs and that is the macadamia nut. Macadamia nuts are harvested from the Hawaiian Macadamia intergrifolia and tetraphylla trees. They are commonly eaten roasted and used in baked goods. The nut is 75 percent oil. The mechanism of toxicity in dogs is not understood, but ingestion of nuts can result in temporary weakness and tremors of the rear legs. As little as two tablespoons of nuts eaten by a 25 pound dog may result in toxicity. Signs are usually seen within 12 hours and the dog may vomit, act lethargic, be shaky or weak, seem lame, or be unable to rise. Usually the rear legs are affected more than the front. Sometimes the dogs have a fever (mild, 104 F). Pancreatitis may be a side effect of the oil ingested. Signs usually pass in two to three days. There are no specific tests for this toxicity but people usually figure out pretty quickly that their expensive macadamia nuts are missing. Diagnosis is based on exposure and clinical signs. Nut fragments may be found in the

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vomitus and stool. Lab tests and X-rays are sometimes performed to rule out other diseases that can cause similar signs. If we get a phone call that a dog has just eaten macadamia nuts we recommend induction of vomiting right away. If the dog doesn’t vomit with our home instructions we have them come in for an injection that will do the trick. After inducing vomiting we follow up with activated charcoal to bind the material and prevent it’s absorption in the intestines. Most animals recover with minimal or supportive care. In some cases an enema speeds recovery. In those few cases where tremors occur, the pet may be hospitalized for IV medications. No long term effects are expected. Dear Readers, Speaking of making dogs vomit, we had a case of bromethalin poisoning a couple of weeks ago. I hope you all have done as we have recommended many times in this column and have kept some hydrogen peroxide tucked away somewhere in your medicine cabinet. Bromethalin is a neurotoxic mouse and rat poison that, for the life of me, I cannot understand why the gov’ment allows on the market. To make a long

WHATIZIT? We had one reader who answered the Whatizit photo quiz from last week. The photo was of First United Methodist Church, 10000 S. Central Ave, Oak Lawn. The church and school have been longtime fixtures in the community. During the fall, church organizers hold a pumpkin fest that features rides for kids and a lawn full of pumpkins to choose from. Just a couple of weeks ago, the church sponsored a classic car show. Oak Lawn resident Steve Rosenbaum knew it was First United Methodist Church and provided the lone answer this week. This week’s Whatizit photo quiz could also be challenging for our readers. The clue for this week’s photo quiz above is: Nature links. Send us your responses with your name and hometown by noon Monday to thereporter@comcast.net.

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Ribbon cutting set for Greystone Ridge’s Silverton model Representatives from Beechen & Dill Homes, the Orland Park Area Chamber of Commerce and the village of Orland Park will gather on Tuesday for a ribbon-cutting ceremony commemorating the official opening of the Silverton model home located at 13889 Creek Crossing Dr. in Orland Park’s Greystone Ridge community. Festivities will begin at 4:30 p.m. with light refreshments and a ceremonial ribbon slated for 5:00 p.m. “The Beechen & Dill Homes team is excited to be celebrating the opening of our Silverton model home at Greystone Ridge with so many community stakeholders and neighbors equally committed to Orland Park’s continued growth,” Beechen & Dill Homes president Matt Dill said. “Beechen & Dill has a longstanding relationship with Orland Park that dates back nearly four decades and we’re thrilled to be taking another step in that partnership with Greystone Ridge.” The Silverton model spotlights the dynamic design and cutting-edge construction practices that have made Beechen & Dill one of Illinois’ top homebuilders.

A four-bedroom, 2.5-bath home covering 3,600 square feet, the Silverton features an open-concept layout with nine-foot first floor ceilings, a gourmet kitchen with an island and breakfast nook, a flex room, large mudroom and three-car garage. The home is also outfitted with many of today’s most in-demand touches: rich hardwood flooring, granite countertops, smart technology and a grand master suite that features split vanities, dual walk-in closets and a separate shower and soaker tub. “The Silverton is our newest home plan and one that highlights our focus on ambitious, eye-catching design,” Beechen & Dill Homes director of sales Bob Williams said, adding that the firm’s custom homebuilding background provides buyers a plethora of options ranging from custom woodwork and outdoor living spaces to a butler’s pantry and chef’s office. “Whatever a homebuyer wants, we have the talent and experience to make it happen.” As the state’s first and only homebuilder holding Diamond certification from the rigorous Environments for Living (EFL)

sustainable construction program, Beechen & Dill’s Silverton model also meets heightened energy standards and passes strict third-party tests. With EFL designation, Beechen & Dill-built homes are guaranteed to be more energy efficient, durable, comfortable and safer. “In 2008, we made a strong commitment to building the most environmentally conscious homes in Illinois when we earned our Environments for Living certification and that commitment remains just as strong today,” said Dill, a past recipient of the Home Builders Association of Illinois’ “Builder of the Year” award. Last month, in fact, the Silverton model was featured in Chicagoland’s GreenBuilt Home Tour, an annual exploration of Chicago area homes constructed with attractive, affordable and sustainable building practices. “That’s a sign of our standing and credibility in the marketplace,” Dill said. Located on 139th Street just west of Wolf Road, the Greystone Ridge community hosts 39 homesites. Opportunistic buyers have already purchased nearly one-quarter of the community’s

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Beechen & Dill Homes will celebrate the official opening of its Silverton model at the Greystone Ridge community in Orland Park on Tuesday, Aug. 16, at 4:30 p.m. A new Beechen & Dill home plan, the Silverton model is one of seven distinct home plans available at Greystone Ridge. New homes start in the upper $400,000s.

available lots since community sales opened earlier this year. “Interest in Greystone Ridge has been consistently high because prospective buyers recognize the value of a Beechen & Dill-built home in Orland Park,” Greystone

Ridge community consultant Laura Ritchie said. Greystone Ridge buyers can select a ranch or two-story home from seven distinct plans ranging in size from 2,200-4,100 square feet. Prices start in the upper

$400,000s. For more information on Beechen & Dill Homes or Greystone Ridge community, please visit www.beechendill.com or call (708) 770-9099.

Recycled art class: New uses for art everywhere Recycled Art: Unexpected Art Everywhere will be held Wednesday Aug. 17, 6 - 8 p.m. at The Center. This class taught by instructor Paula Scott will give students a chance to change the world around them. A small surprise of art in an unexpected place can stop the eye and physically affect the brain in positive ways. In this class, participants will create art from a variety of recycled/repurposed materials that will be welcome in any landscape and create whimsy for one’s garden or to leave out for the world at large to enjoy. All skill levels are welcome for both guided or free-form creativity. The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park. Workshop fee: $16 plus $3 materials fee, per class.

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A Recycled Art class at The Center will give students a chance to explore and create unusual art in unexpected places.

Smith Crossing resident Ed Wydra, left, and his son Dave Wydra of Aurora, center, enjoyed a father and son moment, learning about a 1948 Studebaker owned by Jack D. Van Eck last month. Van Eck, right, belongs to the Lemont Classic Car Club, which parked seven vintage vehicles at Smith Crossing, a life plan retirement community at 10501 Emilie Lane in Orland Park for residents to enjoy with their families and friends.

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Rummage with a purpose Your hips and elbows nudge and scrape those of the zealots surrounding you, but no one pays any mind. The mission is clear, and the focus is strong. The endless bounty of goods lies in wait, scattered about the scene like twinkling candies erupted from a merry-faced piñata, ready for the swift scoop of a child’s tiny hand. You are the child; awakened from the nap that was last season. Your restless stirring forced you from the ditzy slumber of sundresses and breezy fabrics. It is time to step out into the consciousness of cool breezes building in autumnal awareness because, by darn it, you caught the fever. Fall Fever struck you like a sartorial truck of stylistic reinvention. Your senses fill with the scent of change and discovery as you chasse around tables and racks and piles. The new season is nearing, and you thirst for pure carnal novelty. We have dawned upon the melodrama of resale season. Streets are being peppered with the joyful annunciations of rummage sales, flea markets, and garage sales full of potential treasures pleading for their reincarnation. It is possible even for the hungriest of eyes to initiate a successfully penetrating search to uncover valuable and essential fall pieces. Let us chat now about making the most of these excursions. By employing an equally swift and prospective demeanor, you can hone in upon items that are generally fantastic finds as well as those ideal for the coming fall season. Resale events are chock full of one-of-a-kind jewelry, so be sure to explore that section first because these items go quickly. Creative choker necklaces are perfect items to style into outfits both now and in the fall. Printed scarves are

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CAROLINE FOREMAN other vintage finds that are every present at these events and super additions to your autumn arsenal when worn in knotted 70s style around the neck. Next, take your fashionista point-of-view over to the clothing racks to discover the pieces sure to grant unique mileage to your fall wardrobe. Look for statement vintage furs or faux furs. These are omnipresent at larger rummage sales, and they will look brilliant for the fall and winter. The odder, the better! Among items often found at rummage sale are great velvet items. For the fall, the runways expanded our concept of the fabric, so be creative and think through some outfits while scooping up these thrifted finds. There are usually shiny, twinkling dresses and skirts, which are other pieces we saw on the fall runways in fresh new ways. Dig through some men’s wear to build your own cool, mannish tailored looks. Consider the cute ‘90s looks at the sales that are being reiterated now, and determine whether you want to recreate the look for yourself. Eighties power one-shoulder looks were all over the runways in refreshing iterations, so be sure to seek out the offerings at these resale events too. Finally, gothic looks are being demonstrated all over the fashion scene in darkly pretty presentations, so you may like to build upon your fall wardrobe with these styles. In terms of accessories, see if the sales hold guitar strap style

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CLEAR RIDGE WINS SENIOR LITTLE LEAGUE WORLD SERIES

Bangin’ the ball in Bangor By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

Hale to the champs. The Clear Ridge Little League baseball team banged the ball a lot in Bangor, Maine, last week and won the 2016 Senior Little League World Series. Clear Ridge, which features players from the Clearing and Garfield Ridge areas who attend area schools, capped it off with a 7-2 victory over Australia on SatThe 16 players on the urday afternoon as World Series cham- Mansfield Stadium pion Clear Ridge in a game that was squad and their high broadcast on ESPN. The group came schools: home to an informal St. Laurence celebration at Hale Park in Chicago on Tom Doyle Sunday, and fans Jake Gerloski and community Noah Miller leaders will get Tom Molloy to hail the players Mel Moriaro again at Hale (loGage Olszak cated at 6232-6298 W. 62nd St.) at noon Zach Verta on Saturday in a St. Rita formal rally. Hale Park is where many Mike Rios of these players got Mike Skoraczewski their start as 6-yearJoe Trezek olds. A decade later, De La Salle they are on top of the world. Gary Donahue “It’s surreal,” Mike Navarro said Zach Verta, Bob Palenik Saturday’s winning Nazareth Academy pitcher and one of seven St. Laurence Julian Lopez players on the Clear Paolo Zavala Ridge roster. “One day you are winMarist ning the World Se- Clear Ridge players form a happy pile Saturday after winning the Little League Senior World Series in Maine. Jake Duerr ries and the next day you are back home in your community celebrating with your teammates.’’ t. Laurence baseball coach High school football is a Clear Ridge outscored its opponents 44-11 Pete Lotus was picking up couple of Fridays away and it’s in the five games at Bangor and collected 45 his daughter, Easton, at easy to get excited for that. I hits. Midway International Airport know I am. But the game that had some people on the Making the But I am also anxious for South Side and south suburbs glued to their on Saturday afternoon as she returned from California from a April and May to start rollExtra Point TVs was the title game against Australia, 14U softball tournament with the ing around. When you have which featured a 95-minute delay in the fifth Beverly Bandits. a plethora of players from a inning with Clear Ridge leading 7-1. While waiting for her, he kept checking his World Series champion — including pitchers Gage “During the delay, we were trying to make phone for the ESPN feed of the Little League SeOlszak and Zach Verta, who racked up wins and sure we didn’t take them lightly because a nior World Series. Seven of the 16 players on the picked up hits in the semifinals and finals, respeccouple of games they made comebacks,” Verta Clear Ridge roster are from St. Laurence. tively — it’s easy to get giddy about the season. said. Saturday was the championship game, and Not too far away from the Burbank school is “The players were Tweeting and listening Clear Ridge beat Australia, 7-2, at Mansfield Park Brother Rice. It used a bunch of young players to rap music during the break,” Clear Ridge in Bangor, Maine. Lotus was one of the happiest mixed with established players to make it to the manager Mark Robinson said. “They stayed guys at the airport. Phil Lawler Summer Classic championship game, loose and had a good time. I didn’t have much “It was great to see those guys play well,” where it lost by a run to Plainfield South in July. to say to them. Nothing fazes these kids. I just Lotus said. “What a great experience for those These two teams are loaded again this season, wanted them to stay loose and warm up in the kids. To play on national television is a pretty See VORVA, Page 3 See CLEAR RIDGE, Page 3 cool experience.’’

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Clear Ridge player Dave Navarro gets a hug during a welcome-home event at Hale Park on Sunday.

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Football practice started on Monday for Illinois High School Association teams and St. Xavier University held its picture day on Friday. Above left: St. Xaiver junior defensive back Drey Devereaux (left) and wide receiver/running back Stephen Simms yuk it up while the team gets lined up for a photo. Above right: Sandburg High School players do some drills using upside down trash cans for linemen. The ReporterRegional will have tons of photos and information about the 2016 season in a special section on Aug. 25, a day before the high school season starts.

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CHICAGO FIRE ANALYSIS

New players but same old road results in loss to Real Salt Lake By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

There are 13 games left on the Major League Soccer schedule for the Chicago Fire, which means there are 39 points left on the board for the team to gobble up. But if the Fire has any chance of being a playoff team, it needs to win away from Toyota Park. While officials are busy making changes to the roster, one thing that just doesn’t change at all is the inability to win an MLS game on the road — and that’s what ultimately could cost the Fire a shot at the playoffs as it limped into this week with a league-worst 4-11-6 mark and 18 points. The Fire dropped a 3-1 game against Real Salt Lake on Saturday night at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah, and has not won on the road in 36 matches and more than two years. Prior to that, the team acquired striker Luis Solignac Aug. 3 from the Colorado Rapids in exchange for General Allocation Money and on the same day acquired striker David Arshakyan from Lithuanian A Lyga side FK Trakai. The Armenian international signed a two-year deal with club options for the third and fourth years, and will be added to the Fire roster upon receipt of his ITC and P1 Visa. Solignac played all 90 minutes Saturday. “It is tough to come the day before and play but I think the second half I got in touch with the guys, we got to know each other so we will improve day by day,” he said. “I think that we bounced back in the second half. The attitude was totally different and we got a goal. But after we conceded one right away but I think we had a good spirit and that’s a positive thing.” Arturo Alvarez scored the Fire’s lone goal at the 58-minute mark — his third goal of the season. Javier Moralez scored two goals for Real Salt Lake (10-7-7). The Fire started a mixed lineup as they built toward their record 12th appearance in the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup Semifinal against the New England Revolution, which was scheduled for Tuesday. Goalie Sean Johnson plus regular players Matt Polster and Joey Calistri did not play. Khaly Thiam was ineligible because the MSL suspended him and hit him up for an undisclosed fine for serious foul play in the 37th minute against the New York Red Bulls on July 31. “We always want to win.” Fire coach Veljko Paunopvic said. “The issue we have on our squad we have to manage the best possible way to start with the lineup we

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Denny Clanton, who played with the Chicago Fire, is now the soccer coach at Mother McAuley.

Former Fire player is new soccer coach at McAuley By Jeff Vorva Sport Editor

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Arturo Alvarez, playing in a game earlier this season, scored his third goal on Saturday night in a 3-1 loss to Real Salt Lake.

started. I believe we had enough proof that we wanted to win this game with this starting lineup. Our mind is the next game and that’s how we always play. Like I said we are looking ahead to our next game and we are very excited. We have to recover from this loss and we have to recover the spirit and the positive energy in order to prepare well.” As for the new guys, Solignac scored three goals and racked up four assists in 33 league matches since joining the Rapids on May 1, 2015. “Simply, Luis is a good footballer,” said Fire general manager Nelson Rodríguez. “He has soft feet, is mobile, understands how to play in combination and is familiar with the demands of the League. We expect him to contribute right away.” Arshakyan began his professional career with Armenian side FC Mika in 2012 and made three Premier League appearances as his side captured the 2012-13 Armenian Super Cup. The 21-year-old made the move to FK Trakai prior to the start of the 2015 season. In 34 league appearances, Arshakyan scored 25 goals and had six multi-goal games, in-

ORLANDO CITY SC AT CHICAGO FIRE WHEN: 2:30 p.m. Sunday WHERE: Toyota Park, Bridgeview FIRE RECORD: 4-11-6 ORLANDO RECORD: 5-6-11 LAST TIME: The Fire played a man down for 58 minutes after Michael Harrington received a red card and forged a 1-1 tie with Orlando City on March 11 in Florida. David Accam scored in the 15th minute for the Fire.

cluding three hat tricks, finishing the season just three goals shy the top scorer. “As we tracked David, we were impressed by his winning attitude and ability to score goals in a variety of different ways,” Rodriguez said. “He has a very good soccer IQ, imagination and obvious size. David also expressed a keen desire to join our club in particular and to help us build a championship program.” This season, Arshakyan scored nine goals in 18 appearances, including a hat trick in a 4-3 win over Utenis Utena on July 28.

Now there are two Clantons coaching at Mother McAuley. The school hired Denny Clanton, husband of basketball coach Ashley Luke Clanton, as its soccer coach at the all-girls school in Chicago. But this was much more than a courtesy hire to keep the basketball coach happy. Denny Clanton not only has plenty of coaching experience, he also gained a high level of experience on the field as he played for the Chicago Fire from 2004-2006 and had a stint with the Chicago Storm in the Major Indoor Soccer League. He said several big names have influenced him, including former Chicago Fire coach Frank Klopas, Chicago Magic Soccer Club founder Mike Matkovich, and former Chicago Sting and Power player Bret Hall. “I think you learn something different from everyone and keep things from each. However, the one thing in common is the fun of competing” Clanton said. “Going through workouts, practicing every day and playing

games is tough, but it should be a fun and enjoyable experience, where, if my players go through and give it their best, they should feel pretty good about themselves.” Clanton previously coached for various clubs in the Chicago area including the Chicago Fire Juniors, Pegasus and Elmhurst Soccer Club. “Denny is a high energy coach who brings tremendous soccer knowledge and experience to his position,” said Laurie Jacubczak, Mother McAuley athletic director. “We are confident that under his leadership our soccer program will exceed expectations.’’ Clanton got his start in soccer at Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, where he was awarded numerous honors and played for the University of Dayton, where he earned was a 2003 Division I All-American and graduated with a degree in finance. “I believe you learn a lot from playing sports, including discipline, respect and teamwork, many things that I hope will carry over into the players’ daily lives, the same as it has for me.” Clanton said.

FOCUS ON WINDY CITY THUNDERBOLTS

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Playoff picture grim after Bolts are swept by Otters

Chicago Christian coach Nick Cook gets a ride on the football sled courtesy of a few of his players during Monday’s openingday practice in Palos Heights. The football season opens Aug. 26 and the Knights host Chicago Noble/Bulls at 7 p.m.

By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

The Windy City Thunderbolts are not out of the playoff picture after being swept by the Evansville Otters over the weekend. But things look grim. The Bolts (34-38) are in second place in the Frontier NEXT FOR THE League East division, but the THUNDERBOLTS league takes the two division winners and two wild-card Thursday: host Washington, teams based on record. Head- 7:05 p.m. ing into this week, the Bolts Saturday: host Washington, 6:05 were 4 ½ games out of the p.m. second wild-card slot but had Sunday: host Washington, 5:05 to leapfrog three teams from p.m. the West to get there. Head- Tuesday-Thursday: at River City ing into this week’s action, • Nuts n’ Bolts: There are just the T-Bolts had just 21 games eight more regular season home remaining. games left on the schedule for Windy City’s home, Stan- Windy City. dard Bank Stadium, became Standard Blank Stadium as the Thunderbolts were shut out 9-0 on Friday and 5-0 on Saturday. In Sunday’s finale, the team finally cracked the scoreboard and held a 2-1 lead but dropped a 3-2 decision. Orland Park’s Kyle Wood, who graduated from St. Laurence, drove in one of the two runs with a sacrifice fly to snap the 21-inning scoreless streak. Ransom LaLonde drove in the other run with a solo home run. On the other hand, the Thunderbolts are still eligible for a postseason spot by winning the division. They are five games behind leader Joliet and have three road games with the Slammers Aug. 23-25.

Photo by Jeff Vorva

Coaching carousel spins at Moraine Valley By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

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It’s been a busy offseason at Moraine Valley Community College as the school had to replace five fall coaches, including a pair that left with 16 years of experience each and one with 26 years of work at the school. Dimitri Dimizas will replace 16-year veteran Mark Horstmeyer as both the men and women’s cross country team. TJ Donahue replaces 16-year veteran Chuck Bales as the men’s soccer coach. Matt Lovelace replaces retired men’s golf coach Bob Freudenthal, who spent more than a quarter century at the helm. In volleyball, Lauren Lorenz takes over for Matt Clemens in golf and Robert Gates, the current men’s tennis coach, will

replace Nicole Selvaggio as the women’s coach. Dimizas was a Cyclone runner in 2009-10. He competed twice at the NJCAA Division I Cross Country Championship and earning All-Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference and AllNJCAA Region IV Division I team designations in 2010. Dimizas joined the Cyclones coaching staff alongside the retired Horstmeyer. “I want (our runners) to have killer instinct on the line and be tough,’’ he said. “Our workouts will make them tough. If they survive those workouts, the race should be easy. I also want everyone to reach their potential.” Donahue, a St. Laurence graduate, started the St. Xavier University cross country program in 1989.

Lovelace is a former Cyclone who qualified in the NJCAA Division II Men’s Golf National Championship in 2009 and 2010. Lorenz is an Elmhurst College graduate who is an administrator at the Frankfort-based Ultimate Volleyball Club.

Tryouts approaching Tryouts for MVCC sports are approaching. Golf tryouts are at 11:30 a.m. Friday at Water’s Edge Golf Club in Worth. Men’s soccer takes place on Aug. 13 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the main soccer field behind Building H on the Palos Hills campus. Baseball tryouts for the spring takes place from 3 to 6 p.m. Aug. 25 at the baseball field southwest of Building H. Women’s basketball tryouts will take place at 4:30 p.m. Sept. 28 in the gym in Building H.

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Thursday, August 11, 2016 Section 2

Images from the 10th Palos Meltdown event By Jeff Vorva Sports Editor

The 10th Palos Meltdown rolled on Sunday at the Palos Forest Preserve in unincorporated Cook County near Willow Springs. The event, hosted by the Chicago Area Mountain Bikers, crowned several champions. Countryside’s Cody Louder, 24, of the Wheel Thing Racing Team, took first in the Comp division with a time of 1 hour, 27 minutes, 39.4 seconds. Brookfield’s Jarozlav Zamizlia claimed 15th, Palos Heights’ Jerry Jeslis was 17th and Evergreen Park’s Mike Serafin was 19th. Brighton, Michigan’s Sophie Shinsky won the Pro Women’s Expert Division. No area athletes competed in that division. Chicago’s Taylor Hunter won the Pro Expert Men division and the top are finisher was Palos Heights’ Matthew Wagner, who took 25th. In the Sport division, Chicago’s Nathan Pfeifer claimed first while locally, Bridgeview’s Keith Hayes placed sixth. In the Novice division, Elgin’s Adam Andriano took first while locally, Palos Heights’ Piotr Majchrowicz finished ninth. In the First Timer division, Chicago’s Daniel Meyer took first and locally, Western Springs’ Ellie Hosey took third. Here are some photos from the event.

Chicago’s Daniel Meyer took first in the First Timer Division on Sunday.

CAMBr Executive Director Jerry Stoeckigt (above) gets ready to place the American flag on the stage at Sunday’s Palos Meltdown. Right: Racers start the First Timer division race at the 10th running of the Palos Meltdown on Sunday.

Streamwood’s Riley Nosek, 9, first decided to walk his bike up the final hill near the finish line, but after fans encouraged the first-time racer, he got back on his bike and rode to the finish line to a cheering crowd.

More cowbell! REI Co-op’s tent featured free cowbells for fans to ring during the finish of races.

Photos by Jeff Vorva At every Meltdown event, there are big wheels hanging around or just hanging.

Clear Ridge

Continued from Page 1 proper way when we continued the game.’’ Clear Ridge is the first Illinois team in the 55year history of the tournament to win the Senior Little League World Series. Robinson brought another team to the 2013 World Series and that Clear Ridge squad finished 0-4 in Bangor. “This area has a ton of great players,” Robinson said. “We have football here but it’s a great baseball community.’’ Robinson remembered the feeling of coaching the team that went 0-for-Bangor, so he

wasn’t making any big predictions this year. But now that it’s over, he was able to brag about his team. “I kind of had a thought this could happen,” he said. “But I didn’t want to say anything. This group has been together since the players were six. Once we got through the state tournament, I didn’t think anyone was going to stop us.’’ Verta said he wasn’t nervous about pitching in a nationally televised game with the top prize on the line. “I’ve been in a lot of big games and I didn’t want to treat it like any other game,” he said. “So I treated it like I was pitching against little kids pretty much.’’

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Continued from Page 1 and St. Rita (which had three players on Clear Ridge), Mt. Carmel and three-time defending Class 4A state champion Providence also are in the Chicago Catholic League Blue. “It’s pretty crazy — even though it’s so far away, you can’t wait for it to come,” Lotus said. “I guess it will get here before you know it.’’ Brother Rice, which was ranked in the top 10 in the nation during the season by USA Today before being upset by the Vikings in the sectional final at St. Rita in the spring, has Reporter/Regional Player

of the Year Ryan Kutt returning, as well as some other stars, including Jack Guzek, Sam Jones, Jake Ridgway and Ryan King mixed in with promising up-and-comers who were hot in summer league play. “We wanted to win the tournament and we’re disappointed we didn’t win it,” Kutt said after the Lawler Tournament. “But overall, a lot of players got a chance to show what they can do and I can’t wait until next spring.’’ We have some more hot weather and a whole bunch of cold weather ahead before we see these stars on the baseball field again. I’m sure that starting in a few weeks, we’ll all find a way to amuse ourselves before then.

Section 2 Thursday, August 11, 2016

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE OF THE MORGAN STANLEY MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2005-1 Plaintiff, -v.KENNETH KRUSE, GLORIA KRUSE, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 09 CH 52089 9013 South 51st Avenue Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 4, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 6, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9013 South 51st Avenue, Oak Lawn, IL 60453 Property Index No. 24-04-218-004-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $234,599.29. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, or a 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 and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact the sales department, ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.fal-illinois.com. Please refer to file number W09110046. 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. ANSELMO LINDBERG OLIVER LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 150 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com Attorney File No. W09110046 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 26122 Case Number: 09 CH 52089 TJSC#: 36-8909 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.

Case # 16CH3391 Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s # 160210 F15120192 CPN Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on September 22nd, 2016, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 10424 South Kolin Avenue, Oak Lawn, Illinois 60435 P.I.N: 24-15-216-008-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home. Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments. Premise will NOT be open for inspection. Firm Information: Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney ANSELMO, LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Anthony Porto 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www. fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs. Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Glenn E. Pfeiffer; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Janice M. Bolz aka Janice Marie Bolz, as independent Administrator to the Estate of Glenn E. Pfeiffer aka Glenn Pfeiffer; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case # 16CH3391 Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s # 160210 F15120192 CPN Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on September 22nd, 2016, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Common Address: 10424 South Kolin Avenue, Oak Lawn, Illinois 60435 P.I.N: 24-15-216-008-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home. Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments. Premise will NOT be open for inspection. Firm Information: Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney ANSELMO, LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Anthony Porto 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www. fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Champion Mortgage Company Plaintiff, vs. Unknown Heirs and Legatees of Glenn E. Pfeiffer; Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Janice M. Bolz aka Janice Marie Bolz, as independent Administrator to the Estate of Glenn E. Pfeiffer aka Glenn Pfeiffer; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants Defendants, Case # 16CH3391 Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s # 160210 F15120192 CPN Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on September 22nd, 2016, at 1pm in room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Legal Description: LOT 13 IN WM. CERNIUKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 17 (EXCEPT EAST 165 FEET) IN LONGWOOD ACRES, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTH WEST QUARTER AND THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION 15, TOWNSHIP 37 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Common Address: 10424 South Kolin Avenue, Oak Lawn, Illinois 60435 P.I.N: 24-15-216-008-0000 Improvements: This property consists of a Single Family Home. Sale shall be under the following terms: payment of not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount of the successful and highest bid to be paid to the Sheriff by cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashierâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments. Premise will NOT be open for inspection. Firm Information: Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Attorney ANSELMO, LINDBERG OLIVER LLC Anthony Porto 1771 W. Diehl Rd., Suite 120 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 foreclosurenotice@fal-illinois.com 866-402-8661 fax 630-428-4620 For bidding instructions, visit www. fal-illinois.com This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR J.P. MORGAN MORTGAGE TRUST 2006-S4 Plaintiff, -v.LAWRENCE OBERHEU AKA LAWRENCE OBERHEU, III AKA LAWRENCE W. OBERHEU, III, RONDEE OBERHEU AKA RONDEE M. OBERHEU, BMO HARRIS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA HARRIS NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, EVERGREEN VIEW HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION Defendants 12 CH 36911 8741 W. 141st St. 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 February 9, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 24, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 8741 W. 141st St., Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-02-312-011-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $709,365.96. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgageeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 12 CH 36911 TJSC#: 36-8345 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I699144

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR DEUTSCHE ALT-A SECURITIES, INC. MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST, SERIES 2007-1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES Plaintiff, -v.MANAL KANAAN, MALIK KANAAN, LORENZ APPLIANCE, INC., STATE OF ILLINOIS, PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., DISCOVER BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 15 CH 002926 8841 W. 100TH PLACE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 17, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 2, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 8841 W. 100TH PLACE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-10-401-079. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \â&#x20AC;?AS IS\â&#x20AC;? 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 (driverâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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 Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-02450. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-02450 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 002926 TJSC#: 36-8849 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I699380

â&#x20AC;&#x153;10 in the Parkâ&#x20AC;? NEW as of 7/7/11 For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N ďż˝ CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER WITH ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ JOHN P. LAUCIELLO A/K/A JOHN LAUCIELLO, MICHELLE LAUCIELLO, BANK OF AMERICA, NA S/B/M TO LASALLE BANK, N.A., PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 13 CH 014021 10503 PENTAGON 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 March 31, 2015, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 26, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10503 PENTAGON DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-32-215-006-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \"AS IS\" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-07911. 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. 14-16-07911 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 014021 TJSC#: 36-9105 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. I699707

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Remodeling For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N ďż˝ SUN WEST MORTGAGE COMPANY, INC. P l a i n t i f f , ďż˝ v . ďż˝ DESHAWN WASHINGTON, KATRINA N. MILNER D e f e n d a n t s ďż˝ 15 CH 009026 10625 CHAMONIEUX DRIVE 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 February 8, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 24, 2016, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10625 CHAMONIEUX DRIVE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-110-021. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in \"AS IS\" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-08450. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-15-08450 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 15 CH 009026 TJSC#: 36-9014 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. I699576

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Thursday, August 11, 2016

BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS THIS WEEK

Programs at The Center:

Mother’s Wisdom Circle Thursday Aug. 18, 6:307:30 p.m. Each month a group of moms gather to explore the joys and struggles of raising kind-hearted, compassionate, spiritually-grounded children in today’s complex world. The circle seeks to create an honest and trusting environment to bring and seek their best selves. Registration is appreciated and a free-will donation gratefully accepted. Call 708-361-3650 to register. The Center is at 12700 Southwest Hwy., Palos Park.

The Bridge Teen Center programs

Bridge Olympics & Karaoke/Open Mic - 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. this Friday, The Bridge Teen Cen-

ter, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park. Invite your friends to a night of Karaoke and a celebration of the 2016 Summer Olympics. Free food will be provided by Burger 21. Advanced Electric Guitar - 5 to 6 p.m. August 18, This program will cover the minor pentatonic scale, typical riffs, and melody writing tips. This is an advanced program. Students must be comfortable playing chords fluently and have knowledge and ability with the electric guitar. DJ Night/High School After Hours - 7:30 p.m. to 12 a.m. August 19, Invite your friends to a DJ Night with DJ LG. During the night there will be an air hockey tournament and free Jamba Juice. High School students are invited to stay for our extended hours from 10:30 p.m. until midnight. These free events are for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information call 532-0500.

STARTING THIS WEEK:

“SUPERGIRL: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON”: The top heroine to hail from Krypton fuels this series in the engaging persona of Melissa Benoist (“Glee”), who proves as facile at action — and she definitely gets roughed up in many episodes — as she does at slightly daffy humor while playing the Girl of Steel’s alter ego, Kara Danvers. Calista Flockhart goes for laughs more clearly as Kara’s supremely self-involved media-mogul boss, with Mehcad Brooks (playing “James” Olsen) and Jeremy Jordan (“Smash”) as office cohorts, and Chyler Leigh (“Grey’s Anatomy”) as Kara’s Earth sister. One story that’s particularly fun teams Benoist’s Supergirl with Grant Gustin as The Flash ... which now looks like foreshadowing, since this series is moving from CBS to The CW for its new season. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) “A HOLOGRAM FOR THE KING”: Tom Hanks typically goes for big-budget projects that get much attention — witness the forthcoming “Sully” — but this modest drama from directorscreenwriter Tom Tykwer (with whom Hanks also worked on “Cloud Atlas”) slipped in under the radar, to the degree that many people might not even know it’s a Hanks movie. He plays a businessman coping with his recent divorce while on an overseas trek to sell a monarch a communications system; the journey ends up quite surprising for the traveler in a number of ways, some of them intensely personal. Costars include Sarita Choudhury, Ben Whishaw (“Spectre”) and Tom Skerritt. DVD extras: three “making-of” documentaries. *** (R: AS, N, P) (Also on Blu-ray and On Demand) “11.22.63”: Those who know

their history will recognize the title as the date of President John F. Kennedy’s assassination, an event that fuels the imagination of Stephen King in this involving, Hulu-shown version of his novel. James Franco plays a teacher who wants to do more with his life, and he finds his calling when he manages to travel more than a half-century back in time to try to stop the shooting ... with Lee Harvey Oswald (played by Daniel Webber) inevitably factoring in. Sarah Gadon, Cherry Jones (“24”), Lucy Fry, T.R. Knight (“Grey’s Anatomy”), Kevin J. O’Connor, Josh Duhamel and Chris Cooper also star in the project from J.J. Abrams’ Bad Robot firm. DVD extra: “making-of” documentary. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) (Also on Blu-ray) “FATHERS AND DAUGHTERS”: A family’s story is told from different perspectives in different eras in this drama, with Russell Crowe starring in the earlier-set sequences as a renowned writer who struggles to recover from a breakdown after a car accident costs his wife’s life. Upon recovering, he battles to maintain custody of his daughter - played as an adult, who has her own issues, in later segments by Amanda Seyfried. The notable cast also includes Aaron Paul (“Breaking Bad”), Jane Fonda, Diane Kruger, Octavia Spencer and Janet McTeer. *** (R: AS, P) (Also on On Demand) “CODE BLACK: SEASON ONE”: Oscar winner Marcia Gay Harden heads the cast of this very fast-paced CBS drama as an Los Angeles emergency-room supervisor guiding first-year residents when their facility and resources are taxed by numerous trauma patients — all requiring critical care simultaneously. Ryan McGarry, who made the 2013 documentary movie on which the show is based, is among the executive producers. Bonnie Somerville and Raza Jaffrey also star here, but they won’t be back for the forthcoming Season 2; William Allen Young, Luis Guzman, Benjamin Hollingsworth and Harry Ford also are featured. Guest stars include Shiri Appleby (“UnREAL”) and

Gabrielle Carteris (“Beverly Hills, 90210”). *** (Not rated: AS, P) “HALT AND CATCH FIRE: THE COMPLETE SECOND SEASON”: Just before the third round of the AMC drama series about the personal-computer revolution begins, its sophomore stanza debuts on DVD, with what befalls the characters reflecting how fast things changed — and continue to change 1 in that industry. Despite setbacks, Gordon Clark (played by Scott McNairy) and others regroup and revise their plans, hoping to stake their claim to a burgeoning business at it roots. Lee Pace, Kerry Bishe, Mackenzie Davis and Toby Huss also star. *** (Not rated: AS, P)

COMING SOON:

“GOD’S NOT DEAD 2” (Aug. 16): A teacher (Melissa Joan Hart) runs into professional trouble over a student’s (Hayley Orrantia) religion-based query. (PG: AS) “THE ANGRY BIRDS MOVIE” (Aug. 16): The popular app is expanded into a full-length animated feature, with Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad and Peter Dinklage supplying voices. (PG: AS) “THE HUNTSMAN: WINTER’S WAR” (Aug. 23): Battling sisters (Charlize Theron, Emily Blunt) pose big challenges for the Huntsman (Chris Hemsworth) and his true love (Jessica Chastain). (PG-13: AS, V) “ROOTS” (Aug. 23): The remake of the landmark miniseries about author Alex Haley’s family background features Forest Whitaker and Laurence Fishburne. (Not rated: AS, V) “MONEY MONSTER” (Sept. 6): A televised financial adviser (George Clooney) is held captive by a vengeful investor (Jack O’Connell); Julia Roberts also stars. (R: AS, P, V) “CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR” (Sept. 13): Captain America (Chris Evans) and Iron Man (Robert Downey Jr.) lead opposing factions of Marvel superheroes. (PG-13: P, V) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic violence.

OMARR’S WEEKLY ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST By Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (Mar 21-Apr. 19): The more the merrier. You’ll fare far better when paired up with someone or in a group in the week ahead. Solo projects may lead you in the wrong direction. You can feel the pulse of business success but matters of the heart may be perplexing. TAURUS (Apr. 20-May 20): Choose your partners carefully. Teaming up with someone who isn’t reliable could throw your whole agenda out of whack this week. Make an extra effort to honor your part of the bargain even if others do not. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Any task can be completed if you have the proper tools. Make sure that you are adequately prepared for any new projects or jobs as this week unfolds. Paying attention to minute details will pay dividends in the end. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You may need to step out of your comfort zone. Playing it safe will not help you when hardball tactics are needed. You may have a change of heart in the week

ahead but there’s no excuse for not honoring obligations. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Love is a two way street. While lights may be all green along the route a significant other may be holding up a stop sign. Find satisfaction by tapping into creative outlets and dabbling in hobbies in the upcoming week. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): You can’t please all the people all the time. It’s fine to help out when you can but if you devote too much time to other people’s problems your own priorities may suffer. Treat your time as a valuable resource this week. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22.): Wait and see. Remain non-committal and allow events to unfold naturally before you decide upon a course of action. Be patient with others in the week ahead. A potential problem may just be a simple misunderstanding. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): If you aren’t willing to bend you may break. Being too rigid and strict leaves little room for error and may leave failure as your only option. Sharing intimate thoughts with a special someone may solve problems this week.

Spirituality 101 at The Center Spirituality 101: “The Sacred Art of Loving Kindness” New series begins Aug. 16 and Aug. 18, Tuesday evenings 6:30-8 p.m. or Thursday mornings 10-11:30 a.m. Rabbi Rami’s work will be the center point of both learning and practicing the art of Loving Kindness from the Jewish perspective. Rami’s book “The Sacred Art of Loving Kindness” is necessary for this study. It is available through Amazon

and other booksellers. The question at the heart of this book is this: “Will you engage this moment with kindness or with cruelty, with love or with fear, with generosity or scarcity, with a joyous heart or an embittered one? This is your choice and no one can make it for you…” Each session costs $5. The Center is at 12700 Southwest Supplied photo Hwy, Palos Park. Call 361- Spirituality 101 will focus on Rabbi Rami’s 3650 for more information. work “The Sacred Art of Loving Kindness.”

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VIDEOVIEW BY JAY BOBBIN (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.)

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SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Act like you have something to prove. Show others your worth by being reliable, competent and efficient this week. Stay focused on worthy objectives as irrelevant or trivial issues may try to steal your attention. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Don’t lose your nerve. You may begin a project with complete confidence of its success but doubts may pop up. Maintain your original resolve as this week progresses and you will easily finish what you started. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Put it in low gear. Your energy level may be below normal for a day or two this week. It would be best to maintain a light schedule and low expectations. A relationship may progress if you are patient and allow some time to pass. PISCES (Feb. 19-Mar. 20): Don’t get backed into a corner. Someone may try to tell you that your options are one of only two choices this week. There may be a third solution that is more to your benefit. Think matters over and avoid impulsive actions.

Taste of India: New take on a classic Austrian dish By Wolfgang Puck

During my childhood, one of the most frequent main dishes on our dinner table was an old, home-style Austrian specialty called reisfleisch, which literally translated as “rice meat.” That was a good description, too, for an inexpensive dish that consisted mostly of rice, to which my mother and grandmother added onions, garlic, garden vegetables, paprika and other seasonings, along with cut-up bite-sized chunks of a small piece of meat or sausage. It was a great way to stretch an expensive ingredient, and it kept the whole family happily satisfied. Of course, just about any cuisine in which rice is a common ingredient has its own variations on such dishes, from Italian risotto to French pilaf to Chinese fried rice. Every version takes advantage of the fact that rice, like so many starches, is basically a blank canvas that can take on the personality of whatever seasonings and other ingredients you choose to add to it. One day when I was faced with a kitchen counter full of fresh seasonal produce, along the lines of what you’ll find right now in your local farmers’ market, I decided to try coming up with a beautiful vegetarian version of my childhood favorite. You can follow my recipe, but you can certainly feel free to substitute bite-sized chunks of whatever vegetables you like. Instead of using the usual central-European seasonings I grew up with, I substituted Indian spices: a good Madras-style curry powder, which you’ll find in any well-stocked supermarket, and a touch of a spice blend called “vadouvan.” It’s another curry seasoning blend that typically contains onion, garlic, cumin, mustard seeds and fenugreek, and you can find it in specialty foods stores or online (or simply substitute a little more curry powder of your choice). In the spirit of modern convenience, I also decided to make this vegetarian rice pilaf in an electric pressure cooker, in which it takes only 8 minutes to cook once pressure has been reached, along with another 10 minutes or so for pressure to release slowly. (Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions.) While the rice mixture cooked, I decided to make a quick version of raita, the savory Indian yogurtcucumber sauce. Spooned over the rice at serving time, it adds a cooling contrast to the not-toohot spices while further enhancing the nutritional value of an already healthy vegetarian dish. My late mother and grandmother might have been astonished by my version of reisfleisch. But, knowing the good, seasonal, budget-conscious cooks that they were, I have no doubt they would have approved. PRESSURE COOKER VEGETARIAN REISFLEISCH WITH INDIAN SPICES AND RAITA Serves 6 to 8 For rice and vegetables: • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter • 1 large Japanese eggplant, peeled, halved lengthwise, and cut

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crosswise into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks 1/2 yellow onion, coarsely chopped 1/2 head cauliflower, broken into small florets, stem cut into chunks 1/4 head green cauliflower or more white cauliflower, broken into small florets, stem cut into chunks 1/2 large yellow bell pepper or orange bell pepper, coarsely chopped 1 apple, cored and diced 1/8 pineapple, peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch (2.5-cm) chunks 1-inch (2.5-cm) piece fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped 2 or 3 cloves garlic, peeled and finely chopped 2 Thai green chiles, left whole 1/2 cup (125 mL) dried cherries 1/2 cup (125 mL) dried cranberries 2 tablespoons Madras curry powder 1 tablespoon vadouvan 1/2 cup (125 mL) shredded coconut, toasted following package instructions 2 cups (500 mL) basmati rice 2 cups (500 mL) organic vegetable stock Pinch crushed red pepper flakes Kosher salt

For raita: • 1 large English (hothouse) cucumber • 1 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro • 1 1/2 tablespoons finely

chopped fresh mint • 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) nonfat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt • 2 tablespoons honey • Kosher salt • Freshly ground black pepper • 2 to 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice For garnish: • Sliced almonds, toasted • Small sprigs fresh cilantro • Thinly sliced fresh mint leaves • 2 limes cut into wedges Put the butter in the removable pot of a large pressure cooker. Add the eggplant, onion, cauliflower, bell pepper, apple, pineapple, ginger, garlic, chiles, dried fruit, curry powder, vadouvan, coconut, rice, stock, pepper flakes, and some salt to taste. Stir well. Place the pot inside the pressure cooker. Cover and seal the lid, following the manufacturer’s instructions. Set the timer to cook under pressure for 8 minutes. While the rice mixture is cooking, make the raita. Leaving the peel on the cucumber, grate it on the coarse holes of a grater. Wrap the shreds in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess liquid. In a bowl, combine the herbs, yogurt, honey, salt and pepper, and lime juice to taste. Stir in the cucumber. Cover and refrigerate until serving. When the cooking time is over, unplug the pressure cooker and leave it closed for 10 minutes while pressure releases on its own slowly; then, following the manufacturer’s instructions, quick-release any remaining pressure. Carefully remove the lid, stir, and spoon the rice mixture onto serving plates. Top with almonds, raita, cilantro and mint. Serve with lime wedges.

LAKE KATHERINE 25th Anniversary Celebration

The Regional News â&#x20AC;˘ The Reporter

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Southwest â&#x20AC;˘ Section 2, Page 7

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Stories of Lake Katherine 1. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A special place in our hearts...â&#x20AC;&#x2122; In January 2016 my now wife Dina was heavily pregnant with our first child. When I suggested a walk around Lake Katherine on a snowy winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day she was not very enthusiastic. However I managed to persuade her and after one wrong turn around the park I coaxed her over to a lakeside spot where weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d spent time on our first date two years earlier. There on the bench was a special dedication asking her to marry me. She was moved to tears and suddenly understood why I had made her trek through the snow! Our son Jacob was born in February and we married in April. Lake Katherine will always hold a special place in our hearts. Michael Adamski 2. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I was there at the startâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; I have volunteered with Lake Katherine from the start and have seen the park grow. In 1991 I taught children about nature at Lake Katherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first ever Camp Habitat summer camp and I was on the board for 13 years helping to make decisions about the day to day running of the park. I love to spend time at Lake Katherine and still volunteer at Lake Katherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s annual events. I see Lake Katherine as the gem of Palos Heights. The park provides recreation, outdoor pursuits and pleasure for so many people. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lovely. Lois Duran, Lake Katherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s longest serving volunteer 3. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The outdoors is healing for mind, body and soulâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;What I love most about working at Lake Katherine is seeing children engage with nature. When I set a turtle in a hesitant childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hand it is always a joy to see their face change from an expression of apprehension to amazement. I see shoulders lower and eyes light up as they think â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m doing it!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; That to me is what it is all about moving kids past fear and helping them to realise how wonderful the natural world is. In my opinion the outdoors is healing for mind, body and soul. Time and again I see children being nurtured by nature at Lake Katherine. Marian Sinkus, Environmental educator & naturalist 4. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I like to see people enjoying natureâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; As a former science teacher Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always been in love with nature. I appreciate flowers, animals and trees and I like to see people enjoy nature. Lake Katherine was formed on a site that was once filled with debris and it is wonderful to me how it has changed over the years

to a beautiful natural environment. My latest childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s book â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Little Turtle Gets Lostâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is inspired by all the creatures at Lake Katherine. I have dedicated it to the memory of our former mayor Eugene Simpson who had the vision to create the park and to all the volunteers and staff at Lake Katherine. Jean Gnap, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s author 5. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;My job is an excuse to be outside!â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Lake Katherine is a great place to work, as our motto says, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a place to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;come back to natureâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and I can earn a paycheck while I do it. My job at Lake Katherine is my excuse to be outside! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great environment to work with people in nature - pushing canoes and kayaks into the water on a nice breezy day. Lake Katherine is unique because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s beautiful and tranquil, not something you find very often. The animals here are a great addition. As a kid my favorite animal was the Painted Turtle. I was never able to see one when I was little so I like that kids can come here and see so many different creatures up close.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Gus Diaz, part-time staff 6. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Lake Katherine is our second home...â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Over the years I have watched my kids Joey, Tess, and Patrick learn to understand and respect the world around them thanks to the fantastic programs available at the nature center. The naturalists at Lake Katherine bring the academic world and nature together and I feel all my children have a better understanding of nature because of Lake Katherine. Over the years they have learnt all about the local habitat, they are fascinated by dragonflies and have a respect for insects. Lake Katherine is our second home. Anne Marie Vasil, mom-of-three 7. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;A place where nature calls homeâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Years ago, I was looking for somewhere close to home where nature and I could have a tight bond. I found that at Lake Katherine when I first walked around the beautiful lake and noticed different species of dragonflies, numerous plants and flowers and the happy faces of strangers walking past while admiring the scenery! I became a volunteer quickly and remember my first assignment was to pull Teasel from the Prairie. If anyone knows this plant like I do, they know how stubborn it can be! Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been volunteering at Lake Katherine for a few years and I am now on the Natural Resources Committee. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s definitely a place

where nature calls home. Melissa Drodz, volunteer 8. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Gene spent every day thereâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 25 years ago Lake Katherine grew from an idea mayor Eugene Simpson drew on a napkin. From Lake Katherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s inception and its dedication in March 1993, Gene spent every day there. It was his pride and joy! He enjoyed and loved its beauty and surroundings until his death in June 1993. Afterward, Mayor Bonnie Strack and subsequent administrations continued the growth and improvements we see today. Gene left behind a wonderful legacy to the citizens of our city, and to all those who have visited and continue to visit this wonderful place we call the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;jewel of Palos Heights.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Diana Roscich, widow of Eugene Simpson 9. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The flowers are a sight to be seenâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; The first time I came to Lake Katherine was in 2012 with my boyfriend and I was awestruck at

the swans. It was the first time Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d seen them in person. My passion is photography, especially natural photography and Lake Katherine has brought so much photography into my lens. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m currently getting my bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in photography from the Illinois Institute of Chicago and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been inspired by the nature at Lake Katherine. The flowers at Lake Katherine are a sight to be seen. I have won awards and scholarships due to my photos. I appreciate how Lake Katherine has provided me with many opportunities for beautiful photos. Jessica Sanchez, photography student 10. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I love helping my mom workâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; I love all the toys and the lizards here. I get to come here and help my mom work. They have a gator that I get to ride on during the festivals. I like that I â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;workâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; here. One year I drove around on the gator and sold drinks and chips to the people watching the fireworks. I met a lot of new

12. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;It is great to see nature thriving hereâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; In the 10 years Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve worked at Lake Katherine I have seen recreational opportunities at the park go from strength to strength. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen the addition of canoeing and kayaking, the Cal-Sag Trail for cycling and our nature play area which was created for children as part of an on-going restoration project to the west of the lake. There has been a heavy focus on eradicating invasive species and in the last year alone we have planted around 18,000 plants which are all native to the area and hugely beneficial to pollinators. Host plants for butterflies will attract ailing species such as the Monarch Butterfly and we have a great habitat for non-invertebrates as well. It is great to see nature thriving here. Gareth Blakeley, operations manager

people and they were excited to see me with drinks. It was the most fun night ever. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been coming here my whole life and just started â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;workingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; here last year. Lake Katherine is the best. Max Shaw, age four, Lake Katherineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s shortest volunteer 11. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve identified over 100 species of birdsâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; I love most everything about Lake Katherine. My favorite things are probably the bird life, butterflies and the fishing events. I have caught a few 36 inch muskie and a 30Â˝ inch Channel Catfish. I have identified over 100 species of birds through the years and have all the photos to prove it! I like to call myself one of the original volunteers, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve been coming here for 25 years and have watched this place develop into what it is now. Lake Katherine gives you a taste of pure nature in the center of metropolitan areas, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a different world! Jerry Janicki, long-term volunteer

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LAKE KATHERINE 25th Anniversary Celebration

The Regional News • The Reporter

Thursday, August 11, 2016

Picnic at the Lake Saturday marks Lake Katherine’s 25th anniversary Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens in Palos Heights celebrates its 25th anniversary this Saturday. Marking this silver jubilee, Katherine will host Picnic At The Lake, a special celebration and fundraiser with food, music, an auction, raffles and entertainment on Saturday, from 5 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $40 per person with proceeds funding the continuing development of Lake Katherine’s Festival Grounds into an open-air community gathering space. The Festival Grounds will be used to expand Lake Katherine’s nature programming and host cultural events and festivals. Tickets may still be available at Lake Katherine’s Nature Center, City Hall and Mona Lisa Boutique. Much has been achieved since Mayor Eugene G. Simpson first had the vision to create a nature center in the heart of a neglected wasteland in Palos Heights. Ten years ago Lake Katherine became a non-profit park and since then a dedicated team of staff and volunteers have utilized fundraising, donations and grants to fulfill Lake Katherine’s goal of connecting people to nature and encouraging good ecological practices. In the past decade there has been much restoration effort with teams of volunteers regularly removing buckthorn and around 50 native trees planted every year. “We are very proud to be celebrating 25 wonderful years of Lake Katherine,” said event organizer and member of Lake Katherine’s board Jean Gnap. “Over the years the park has blossomed into a beautiful place for nature

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Lake Katherine Nature Center will be holding its 25th silver anniversary event this Saturday, from 5 to 10 p.m.. Tickets are available at Mona Lisa Boutique, City Hall, and Lake Katherine. Happy to provide support for this much loved landmark are Julie Pietrzak, president of the Palos Heights Garden Club and Jim Agnos, past president with the club’s donated raffle basket valued at over $230. This basket is just one of the many special surprises that awaits the event’s guests.

lovers to find peace and quiet. It is Eugene Simpson’s legacy that now thousands of adults and children benefit every year from all Lake Katherine has to offer.” An estimated 100,000 people come to the park each year to hike, jog, walk their dogs or to simply enjoy the beauty of the gardens and the abundant opportunities to see wildlife. In the warmer months, Lake Katherine draws visitors with canoes and kayaks to rent and the newly completed section of the Cal-Sag Trail has provided a

Stories of Lake Katherine Continued from Page 7 13. ‘Lake Katherine holds wonders in all seasons.’ Lake Katherine holds wonders in all seasons. Traversing through the wood chip trail I see new marvels in nature every time I go. Deep within Autumn under a wide sky of blue the trees dissolve into reds and falling curtains of gold. In winter when silence falls with the snow forming ice castles on the waterfalls. The stark trees dressed in white lace. Anticipated Spring where morning dew lay kisses on cupped blooms. The sky a soft and gentle blue of spring. Clouds drift on a teasing whisper of the fragrant breeze. At last, sated Summer. Breathing in the lush green. Birdsong, a liquid warbling in the air. Warmth clinging to my skin. Anna DuSold, nature lover 14. ‘A newness before our eyes…’ I come periodically to Lake Katherine to paint because of the artistic beauty and sense of serenity that comes from the waterfalls, beautiful trees and overall sense of peace. Mornings in Autumn are my favorite. Every time I come to paint, I find a newness before my eyes to capture. Arlene Tilghman, artist My favorite place to paint is along the east end of the lake. All I need to do is change the direction and I am looking to get a different painting. I usually paint in the morning when there are interesting shadows. After that the light has changed so much that you have a whole different scene. Judy Goral, artist

beautiful cycling route for nature lovers. Meanwhile Lake Katherine naturalists actively encourage children to go outside to learn about the natural world with 6,000 students enrolled in programs annually. Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens is an 85-acre non-profit park that includes woodlands, prairie, wetlands, gardens and a 10-acre lake. Lake Katherine is located at 7402 W. Lake Katherine Drive. 15. ‘Greens, kale & carrots — Lake Katherine for the needy…’ One thing we are always lacking Nature Center at Worth’s food pantry is fresh produce. But thanks to the hard work of volunteers is the heritage garden we now receive homegrown vegetables such as greens, kale and carrots three seasons a year. The people who rely on our food bank are always very appreciative. This is just one of the great ways Lake Katherine volunteers make an impact in the community. Joanne Oliphant, Worth food pantry

A brief history of Lake Katherine By Charlotte Ward

Lake Katherine Nature Center In the late 1980s, then mayor Eugene Simpson of Palos Heights, an avid nature enthusiast, decided to create a wildlife refuge and a place where people could get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. It would consist of an environmental learning center, a waterfall garden, wildlife refuge, canal lookout, children’s forest, wetlands and an arboretum. He named this haven the Lake Katherine Nature Preserve. In order to make Simpson’s dream a reality, the city acquired vacant property adjacent to the nature preserve as a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. Sold to developers for housing and office sites, the TIF income assured funding for development and maintenance of the preserve thorough the end of 2003. This was the first TIF district in the nation used to finance a nature preserve. The City of Palos Heights signed a lease with the MWRD (Metropolitan Water Reclamation District) to create a site for public recreation. The land on which Lake Katherine was to be developed consisted of spoil material dredged to create the neighboring Calumet Sag Channel. By the time Simpson had the area in his sights it had become a dumping ground for illegal refuse. In 1988 the wasteland began its transformation to a place of beauty. Eighty-five acres of woodlands and native prairies began to bloom and a 10-acre lake created a tranquil centerpiece. The preserve opened in 1989 and the following year the first chief naturalist was hired. Over the years greenery filled the landscape as an arboretum with more than 70 different tree spe-

cies sprung up and a Children’s Forest of more than 600 trees thrived. Spaces were cultivated to invite human interaction with nature, knowledge of good ecological practices, and recreation and reflection. In 1992 the preserve gained national recognition when former First Lady Barbara Bush presented the American Association of Nurserymen’s Landscape Award to Lake Katherine at the White House. Lake Katherine continued to go from strength to strength and in 1994 an Environmental Learning Nature Center was constructed providing yet more resources for children to learn about nature. When the TIF ended on December 31, 2003, leaving the preserve without a source to fully fund its operations, the nature spot was established as a 501(c)(3) organization. The preserve became Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens with management of the facilities turned over to the nonprofit with a Memorandum of Understanding approved by the City Council. As a non-profit Lake Katherine has continued to engage the public through special events and educational programs. The nature center is a hub of activity with scores of

youngsters from preschool through sixth grade benefiting from its nature programming. The combined effort of minimal staff and hundreds of volunteers, has ensured Lake Katherine continued with its mission to connect people with nature. The oasis nestled within the confines of suburbia continues to improve. With 11 specialty gardens, wetlands, 6.5 miles of biking and walking trails, observation decks, and a waterfall the park is unique and far-reaching in its natural beauty. Today more than 100,000 people a year from 71 surrounding municipalities, 22 states, and even foreign countries visit Lake Katherine. As we celebrate 25 years since Lake Katherine’s official dedication, the park is poised on the brink of an exciting phase of growth and expansion. Plans have been set in place for Lake Katherine to continue to blossom into a regional destination for public recreation, conservation and environmental education. Educating the public about conservation and nature will continue to be central to Lake Katherine’s mission as Simpson’s haven in the south suburbs continues to flourish.

A Timeline of Lake Katherine 1988 Original site plan developed by Ives Ryan 1988 Palos Heights signed a lease with the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District to create a site for public recreation 1989 Preserve opened and Buzz and Bloom Prairie planted 1989 Clubhouse moved to current location 1989 Children’s Forest Planted with 600 trees 1990 Children’s Forest dedicated 1991 Lake Katherine’s official dedication marked with a boulder placed along the waterfall. 1991 Waterfall completed 1992 Clump Red Maple dedicated near bridge with marker 1992 National landscaping award presented at the White House by Barbara Bush

1993 Clubhouse dedicated to Eugene Simpson 1994 Environmental Learning Center constructed 1995 Environmental Learning Center dedicated 2000 Auditorium named for Brigid O’Malley 2004 Became a member of the I & M Heritage Corridor Council 2004 Lake Katherine Nature Center & Botanic Gardens was established as a 501(c)(3) organization and the City turned management of the facilities over to the nonprofit 2005 Memorandum Of Understanding for the management of Lake Katherine by the 501©(3) approved by the City 2011 Anniversary Garden funded by the Palos Heights Women’s Club was completed 2015 Bike Trail Official Opening

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16. ‘It’s important to be connected to your local natural area…’ I bring students over to the ‘Trinity Hillside’ on the east side of the Lake Katherine to help remove invasive species. It’s fun to study faraway places but it is also really important to know where you are and to be connected to your local natural area. Volunteering at Lake Katherine is a great opportunity to help my students to understand what management of a natural area really means. It is satisfying to see how much work can get done with 20 people. You can really make an impact. Abbie Schrotenboer, Assistant Professor of Biology at Trinity Christian College 17. ‘It’s important to help maintain open spaces for people...’ A group of us from ComEd volunteer at Lake Katherine every Spring during April’s National Volunteer week. Our relationship with the park began three years ago when we awarded Lake Katherine a grant. We try to maintain our relationship with ‘in kind’ impact as well as dollars so a group from ComEd come to the park annually to volunteer. It’s important

to us to help maintain those open spaces for people. It’s been a nice way to introduce our employees to the park. They really enjoy the work and call Lake Katherine an undiscovered gem. Altaira Citron, ComEd Corporate relations 18. ‘A little bit of heaven in the middle of Chicagoland…’ Lake Katherine has a stunning beauty no matter the season. I love walking the path, spending time in the herb garden and viewing the waterfowl. In February, when it was cold and snowy, I encouraged my son and daughter-in-law to join us for a walk around the park. Amy, who had grown up in California, thought she would die of the cold. Instead she was amazed by the beauty of Lake Katherine and absolutely loved it. We have visited Lake Katherine at least weekly since we moved back to Palos Heights in 1999. It’s a little bit of heaven in the middle of Chicagoland. Sandee DeJong, nature lover 19. ‘We have a hiding spot no one knows about…’ We have been coming to camp at Lake Katherine since early elementary school! We love the variety of activities that each camp has and the independence that we are given to learn in our own way.

Camp is always fun and holds different adventures every year! Our favorite is the field games - we have a hiding spot that no one knows about. Lake Katherine is important because it teaches us, even near the city of Chicago, camping and outdoor skills. It’s a place to get away and we love it here! Thomas Rooney and Kevin Devane, Lake Katherine camp kids 20. ‘I’m beginning to understand nature…’ I first heard about Lake Katherine through a volunteer site that I found online. The word ‘lake’, in our busy world, stuck out to me. I knew I needed to get outside; I yearned for some much needed sun! Lake Katherine does just that, it gets you outside in nature, under the sun. Before volunteering I knew nothing about plants, but I spent some time with Gareth and he taught me so many different things. We planted for days back in March and now I can see the fruits of our labor - tiny plants in a bare section of the lake turned into a full, beautiful display! I’m beginning to understand nature and what it means to preserve it. Sotonye Koko, volunteer — Charlotte Ward, Lake Katherine Nature Center

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