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Thursday, December 26, 2013

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Worth’s Toolis, 71, to perform at huge comedy sketch fest By Claudia Parker Correspondent When most people retire, they consider things like travel, volunteering or perhaps tinkering around the house on an overdue home improvement project. But, if you’re 71-year-old Ed Toolis, you write your own script to the next scene of life’s story. This lifelong resident of Worth will perform at 4 p.m. Jan. 19 at Stage 773’s 13th Annual Chicago Sketch Comedy Festival, located at 1225 W. Belmont. The fest runs from Jan. 9 to Jan. 19. Toolis is the oldest Sketchfest participant this year. He had a couple of warm-ups at Riddles Comedy Club but this will be Toolis’ debut in sketch work.

“Performing at Sketchfest is a milestone for any comedian’s career,” he said. He was selected from a recordbreaking number of applicants. Comedians perfecting their craft are invited to perform in an atmosphere of celebration, collaboration and community. Sketchfest attracts an audience of 10,000 patrons from every continent around the globe. It has been said to be the largest sketch comedy festival ever seen in America. Toolis said, “It took me 20 years to get comfortable with this. Comedic writing isn’t easy. I work at it every day.” Legendary performers such as Shelley Berman and Bob Newhart are two of the comedic entertainers that Toolis says

shaped his craft. Prior to pursuing storytelling standup, Toolis spent a quartercentury building a business. He’s the former owner of Regional Truck Equipment of Alsip. His partners bought him out when he retired 10 years ago. He remarked, “Many people don’t have the means to pursue their dreams. Building a business afforded me that. But it takes more than money, it takes courage.” For Toolis, this is largely because a great deal of his material is autobiographical. “I’m a comedy writer who loves candlelight dinners, moonlit walks and all that jazz,” he said. “I only recently figured out why my career hasn’t taken off in 40 years. I never got married! If I

had, I would have had an endless supply of comic material.” He spoke freely about his failures at love saying, “I’m nuts about women,’’ he said. “I’ve been tragically in love with a few of them but I just can’t get it right. When I get a Ph.D in relationships I’ll get married but that course isn’t offered and I’m terrible at studying.” Since 1975, Saturday Night Live has masterfully gotten people to shed light on their flaws through skits. Likewise, Toolis will bring a mixture of truth and fiction of his life during his act at Sketchfest. It’s about three male casualties, in a battle of the sexes, who tell their stories: The ultimate target of a woman scorn, a public

relations man who has problems pitching the male brand to today’s women, and a teacher at a junior college who has problems with his students in a romance writing class. For tickets visit, www.Stage773. com. Performing humor, sketch and comedy are important to Toolis but more than anything, he wants to be taken seriously as a writer. He’s enrolled in the writing program at The Second City in Chicago. His current writing project is called “There’s an App for That.” It’s a book scheduled to come out soon. To stay informed of its release or to connect to Toolis, visit his Humor, Sketch & Comedy Writing” blog - http:// edtoolisblog.tumblr.com.

TC owner is ‘totally embarrassed’ by incidents at his Oak Lawn pub The owner of an Oak Lawn bar said he’s “totally embarrassed” by a Dec. 13 incident at his establishment that involved drugs and a violation of his liquor license. Robert Olson, owner of TC Pub, 9700 S. Cicero Ave., said he does not know who’s responsible for the incident, which occurred at 3:38 a.m. Olson appeared Monday morning before the Oak Lawn Liquor Commission, but the hearing was

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continued until Jan. 6 at 11 a.m. Police entered TC Pub after spotting a fight and hearing loud conversation, according to reports. The bar has a 2 a.m. liquor license, but at least one person in the bar was drinking when police arrived. A bar patron was intoxicated and uncooperative with police, they said. Police also found a bag of cocaine in the office, according to reports. Olson said after the hearing that he had hired Dan Brueck of Oak Lawn to promote the bar and attract clientele. Olson took over control of the bar from his father,

who owned it for many years. He is working to open another bar on Southwest Highway in Oak Lawn. “Dan had permission to say he was an owner,” said Olson, who severed his relationship with Brucek after the incident. Olson said he has “put together a plan” to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. He said he would share that plan with village officials before the January hearing, which is scheduled for 11 a.m. He said the bar’s alarm system,

which includes motion sensors, will notify him and police if it is triggered after 3 a.m., one hour after the tavern closes. Employees should have cleaned up and closed the facility by that time, he said. Olson was one of two bar owners scheduled to appear at Monday’s liquor commission hearing, chaired by Mayor Sandra Bury. The hearing was the first one held in several years, she said. John Cerniuk, owner of George’s Lounge, 5407 W. 95th St., did not appear at a 10 a.m. hearing concerning underage drinking that

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Attorney Matt Welch presents cases against two Oak Lawn bars on Monday afternoon. occurred at his bar on Nov. 9. “Not showing up is not good,” Bury said. Additionally, George’s did not have a valid liquor license posted when police arrived and began checking IDs. An expired liquor license was (Continued on page 2)

Warner Brothers officials say ‘That’s all, folks’ to ‘Polar Express’ scofflaws Warner Bros. is having some issues with towns using that name. For years, communities in the The Polar Express events, based south suburbs have been using on the Christmas book by Chris “Polar Express” to mark a train Van Allsburg, may be changing their name in the coming winride to visit Santa Claus. But 2013 may mark the last ter seasons, according to Mike year the coined name of the Polar Leonard, Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Palos Express can be used. Heights. “Each agency that holds such an event (Polar Express event) received an email from the Warner Bros Anti-Piracy Department back in October concerning the name of the ‘Polar Express,’ ” Photo by Jeff Vorva Leonard said. Warner Bros. is the owner of copyright, distribution and certain other Blackhawks legend Bobby Hull spent four hours at Kenwood Liquors in Oak Lawn Dec. 18 signing intellectual properautographs, posing for photos and talking with fans. Proceeds from his appearance went to the Park ty rights in and to Lawn Residential Center. Park Lawn’s Margaret Propoegil and Mudiwa Judalani pose with Hull. the motion picture A big group of Park Lawn representatives wanted their picture with Hull and he obliged but first wanted photos with the females in the group. “I like the girls better!” he bellowed with a hearty (Continued on laugh as the photo was shot. page 2) For more photos, see page 4. By Kelly White Correspondent

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Chicago Ridge Nicholas A. Gonzalez, 21, of Oak Lawn, was charged with damage to property Dec. 20 following a domestic disturbance Dec. 20 in the 6300 block of Birmingham, police said. *** Rosetta Maston, 47, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 21 after allegedly stealing goods from Kohl’s at Chicago Ridge Mall, police said. *** Kaitlin Hernandez, 18, of Oak Lawn, was charged with trespassing Dec. 21 at Chicago Ridge Mall. Hernandez was previously arrested and charged with retail theft and told not to return to the mall, police said.

Evergreen Park Dominick L. Watson, 20, of Palos Hills, was charged with theft Dec. 9 after he allegedly stole an iPad from the backpack of a student who was a passenger on the school bus Watson drove, police said. A video camera on the bus captured Watson allegedly removing the iPad from the student’s backpack, police said. *** Hosea Kyles, 55, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 14 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. ***

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Martel Thomas, 21, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 15 after he allegedly stole merchandise from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. *** Charity Aaron, 23, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft after allegedly stealing goods Dec. 15 from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. *** Derrick C. Rhodes, 22, Chicago, was charged with unlawful use of a weapon and speeding Dec. 16 following a stop at 89th Street and California Avenue, police said. Police spotted a box of ammunition in the car, and Rhodes allegedly admitted to having loaded revolver in the glove box, police said. *** George D. Washington, 20, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 17 after allegedly stealing $328 worth of goods from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. *** Terrance A. Morris, 40, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 17 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said. *** Abigail K. Keane, 22, of Chicago, was charged with possession of a controlled substance Dec. 18 following a traffic stop at 91st Street and Pulaski Road, police said. *** Alfred C. Nowden, 30, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 19 after allegedly stealing goods from Wal-Mart, 2500 W. 95th St., police said.

Hickory Hills Rami Y. Hammoudeh, 29, of Palos Hills, was charged with possession of marijuana and improper lane use after a stop in the 8400 block of 95th Street, police said.

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Mariusk J. Kasprzyk, 31, of Burbank, was charged with drunken driving, no insurance and driving without a valid identification Dec. 7 after a stop in the 6400 block of 87th Street, police said. *** William R. Wojcik, 33, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft Dec. 11 after allegedly stealing merchandise from Target, 4120 W. 95th St., police said. *** Joseph R. Quarles, 27, of Chicago, was charged with theft Dec. 12 after he allegedly stole goods from Target, 4120 W. 95th St., police said. *** Eric L. Duckett, 49, of Riverdale, was charged Dec. 13 with disorderly conduct after a disturbance at Christ Medical Center, 4440 W. 95th St., police said. The tires and air suspen*** Thomas J. Odea. 51, of Ever- sion bags of a truck trailer in green Park, was charged with re- the 11200 block of Southwest

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By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Effingham police got a major break in a two-year-old cold case murder investigation in early December after someone provided vital information about the case to the Evergreen Park police. The individual on Dec. 2 filed a report concerning a concealed homicide. The new information led to the arrests Dec. 17 of three individuals. Christine Burr, 57, of rural Dieterich, was charged with three

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aney was killed in an apartment complex in Effingham and his remains were later dumped, according to Effingham County State’s Attorney Bryan Kibler. The case gained momentum in March when a person found human bones in the brush along a river in Newton, Ill. The information reported to the Evergreen Park police included evidence that suggested the identity of the bones, police said. Effingham is located about 200 miles from Chicago.

Chicago cop allegedly shoves 89-year old man to the ground By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter

The incident happened while Barrett was off-duty Dec. 12 at a Shell gas station, 10601 S. A Chicago police officer was re- Cicero Ave., according to police lieved of his duties after allegedly reports. shoving an 89-year-old man to the Barrett entered the station ground during an argument in an and began screaming at an atOak Lawn gas station. tendant because a gas pump did David Barrett, a 20-year veteran not work, police said. The elderly of the Chicago Police Department, man, who was standing in line was ordered held in lieu of $10,000 inside the station, told Barrett bond Saturday and charged ag- to calm down, which led Barrett gravated battery, according to to push him to ground, prosecumultiple media reports. tors said.

The alleged victim landed on his right side, broke his hip and required surgery, prosecutors said. He also tore his right rotator cuff. Barrett, 58, turned himself in to Oak Lawn police Thursday, authorities said. Stuart Goldberg, Barrett’s attorney, disputes the victim’s account of the incident, and argued that the senior attacked Barrett first, according to media reports.

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The mayor said she will issue a to 30 days. She also can revoke ruling on the George’s complaint a liquor license. within five days. She can levy Bar owners can appeal her deci(Continued from page 1) fines up to $1,000 per offense sions within 20 days to the Illinois posted in the tavern, said police, and suspend a liquor license up Liquor Control Commission. who could not find a valid license in the state’s database. LEGAL NOTICE The ID check revealed four underage patrons, one who had NOTICE OF INTENTION OF a fake ID, police said. The four WORTH PARK DISTRICT, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS TO ISSUE GENERAL OBLIGATION LIMITED TAX PARK BONDS, SERIES 2014 were charged with underage drinking. Cerniuk denied that the four PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the Board of Park Commissioners of the individuals were drinking at his Worth Park District, Cook County, Illinois, will hold a public hearing on the 15th day of January, bar, according to police reports. 2014 at 7:00 pm. The hearing will be held at the Charles M. Christenson Terrace Centre, Room 106, 11500 South Beloit Avenue, Worth, Illinois 60804. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public comments on the proposal to sell bonds in the amount of $90,000 for the purpose of Park District capital needs, and for the payment of the expenses incident thereto. By order of the Board of Park Commissioners of the Worth Park District, Cook County, Illinois. DATED this 26th day of December, 2014.

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Highway were punctured Dec. 18. Damage was estimated at $4,000. *** A catalytic convertor was reported stolen Dec. 18 from a car in the 10100 block of 84th Terrace. *** Lukasz G. Barnas, 28, of Burbank, was charged with drunken driving, driving without a valid license, no seat belt, no insurance, speeding and squealing tires Dec. 22 after a stop at 111th Street and Southwest Highway, police said. *** A laptop computer was reported stolen Dec. 23 from a house in the 10200 of 81st Court.

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tail theft Dec. 13 after allegedly stealing items from Home Depot, 4060 W. 95th St., police said. *** Deonte A. Walker, 20, of Oak Lawn, was charged with battery and resisting a police officer Dec. 15 following a domestic disturbance in the 9700 block of Tripp Avenue, police said. *** A go-kart was reported stolen Dec. 18 from a garage in the 9600 block of Merton Avenue. *** Keira B. Williams, 19, of Robbins, was charged with battery and disorderly conduct, and Ciara M. Jordan, 18, of Calumet Park, was charged with disorderly conduct Dec. 12 after a disturbance at Richards High School, 10601 S. Central Ave., police said.

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“The Polar Express” and related elements, and is the exclusive licensee of the underlying book property in relation to themed events based on it. Because of these rights, no one is authorized to utilize Warner Bros.’ Intellectual Property without their express written permission. Susan K. Proctor, Director of Anti-Piracy sent letters on behalf of Warner Bros. saying: “It has come to our attention that the several park districts are offering a ‘Polar Express’ themed train ride excursion using the title ‘Polar Express,’ and/or recitations of the book and/or other elements thereof. “It is our belief that your train ride event will erroneously lead consumers to believe that these park districts are licensed by, sponsored by or authorized by, Warner Bros., when in fact that is not the case. In addition, your use of Warner Bros.’ Intellectual Property dilutes the distinctiveness of The Polar Express Property by trading upon the goodwill and reputation which the public associates with the Property. Warner Bros. considers such conduct to be a serious violation of its rights and to be damaging to its business and reputation.’’ The Polar Express Train is advertised that it brings the classic children’s story to life with a real train ride that departs from the Palos Heights Metra Station, 11451 South Hwy. The trip continues on to the North Pole (otherwise known as Union Station in Chicago) to pick up Jolly Old St. Nick, who takes the train ride back home as a passenger. Riding along the train in pajamas, families are able to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while singing Christmas carols and taking turns telling Santa what they want most for Christmas. There are also readings from the “Polar Express” book. And, just like the book, Santa gives each child the gift of a bell from Santa’s sleigh. Communities participating in the holiday train ride experience were given the option by Warner Bros. to license the rights to the Polar Express to keep the name, for future events, or to change the name entirely. “The event is expected to continue on in the future, but under a different name, because the company that owns the rights to the name has forbidden communities that sponsor this event from using it,” Alderman Martin Kleefisch (1st Ward) stated on behalf of the Palos Hills City Council. In November, ABC7 News did a story on how Clarendon Hills Park District changed the name to “Santa Train.” They quoted a man who plays Santa on the train, John Sullivan, as saying that the ride won’t be the same without the “Polar Express” name. “This is Scrooge in action not letting the kids have the ‘Polar Express’ trip,” he said. Changes to the name of the event have not yet been discussed by Palos Hills. While past Polar Express events have been very successful with the limited space filling up quickly, cities plan on carrying on the tradition. Mary Jo Vincent, Commissioner at Palos Hills Resource and Recreation Department, has confirmed the event will still take place next Christmas season.

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Ten people I had the pleasure of meeting in 2013 One of the rewards of this that’s something you don’t like racket we call journalism is the but in my case, I do like it.’’ people we meet. I could never be able to acMel Diab curately count how many people The Palos Heights running I’ve met through the job of being guru is a popular and likable guy a writer, photographer and editor who, along with former alderby Jeff since I started in the business man Jeff Prestinario, has turned Vorva as a high school kid in 1977 in the area’s half marathon into a Joliet. monster. If it’s not in the 10,000 range, that next week, the Reporter will Diab, who was running in the it has to be darn close. It could unveil its top 10 news stories of Boston Marathon and was miles be a lot more. 2013 and the Reporter/Regional away when explosions hit, killing I’ve met the famous — Michael will run its top 10 sports stories and injuring athletes. He immeJordan, Muhammad Ali, Walter of the year. diately went to work when he Payton, Sammy Sosa, Shaq and For those who need their year- got back to town, hosting runs Eddie Vedder to name a few end list fix, I offer this one for ya. I and selling shirts to benefit the — and I have met the infamous submit the 10 people I’ve enjoyed victims. — Rod Blagojevich, Barry Bonds, meeting the most through my Dennis Rodman and Joe Paterno seven months as the Regional Courtney Javorski to name a few. reporter and five as Reporter This Worth resident partici Jessie Jackson Sr. once editor in 2013. In alphabetical pated in the Ironman Triathlon slapped me on the back on a order, they are: in Louisville in late August. Father’s Day. The hated profes She did that not long afsional wrestler known as the Kent Carson ter beating cancer that in the Iron Sheik told me he helped This Oak Lawn resident lost his past five years forced her to coach United States Olympic left arm and both of his legs after go through 33 radiation treatwrestlers. This is the same guy he was diagnosed with Legion- ments and six weeks of chemowhose gimmick was to spit on naires Disease in August, 2012. therapy. the American flag and sing the He lost some pretty important She offers this great advice: Iranian National Anthem and limbs but didn’t lose his opti- “Don’t lie on the couch numbinsult our country. ing your situation. Get moving. mism for life. I once had to give directions to “I came to the conclusion that Keep going.” hard-hitting TV journalist Wal- this is not going to change so I ter Jacobsen where a washroom need to make the most of what Tom Mezyk was located. If not for me, he I’ve got,” he said. I met this 60-year-old Orland might have wet his pants that Park resident a few minutes night! after he won the first Orland Tim Cavanagh I once cursed at then-WSCR I’ve seen this comedian perform Township Senior American Idol reporter Mike Greenberg to pipe a few times over the years and competition in May. He had just down when he was bellowing into heard his funny songs on the Dr. brought the house down with his the phone in the Packers press Demento radio show and enjoyed version of the Phillip Phillips hit box in Green Bay. I guess my his work. I had no idea that he “Home.’’ profane admonishment didn’t lived in Orland Park. He was genuinely touched by derail his career as he is one of But when I found out, I im- the reception he received from the Mikes in the nationally syn- mediately set up an interview and the 900-plus in attendance at dicated “Mike and Mike in the spent some time laughing it up Georgio’s Banquets. Morning” radio show on ESPN with Tim and his wife, Chris, But in June, he and his wife, and has written a couple of books, one late afternoon in January. Pam, took a trip with a group to to boot. He’s a big success, but The former teacher at all-girls the Holy Land. On the final day hopefully, he’s not yelling into Maria High School started out of the trip, he was at the Western phones anymore. writing serious songs but that Wall, had a major heart attack The coolest celebrity I met changed. and died. Apparently he had no was Mel Blanc — the voice of “My serious songs kind of major health issues. hundreds, including Bugs Bunny sucked,” he said. “When I tried It was a shock for those who and the subject of last week’s doing funny things, I was like were close to him, and I’ll admit I WHATIZIT?photo. ‘OK, that’s acceptable.’ Having was pretty stunned when I heard Although I didn’t formerly people laugh at me — normally about it and knew him for all of meet them, I’ve shared the same breathing space with George H.W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Donald Trump, Tiger Woods, Cyndi Lauper, Barbara Eden (Jeannie!), Jerry Mathers (the Beaver!) Rob Reiner (the Meathead!), Jesse Ventura, Jeff Gordon, A.J. Foyt, Bobby Knight, Kobe Bryant and Hector “Macho” Camacho. This is not name-dropping or bragging — it’s more of an appreciation for the wide range of people I’ve been able to get close to for even a few minutes. And that doesn’t even scratch the surface of all the athletes, politicians, cops, firemen, teachers, students and just plain everyday folks with wonderful stories whom I’ve met on the local level. Photo by Jeff Vorva With that long preamble out Larry Thomas, known to many as the Soup Nazi from “Seinfeld,” of the way, I would like to say was in Orland Park to promote a local independent film.

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Worth’s Courtney Jovorski triumphed over cancer and ran in an Ironman triathlon. about five minutes.

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The four-year-old from Palos Heights suffered a stroke on the plane ride home from Disney World. He had to go through five weeks of rehab at Advocate Children’s Hospital and wasn’t always the ideal patient but he was pretty popular and likened the kid to a super hero. “Alex’s great determination allowed us as therapists to obtain goals,” his therapist, Diana Daniak said. “With Super Alex and his super suit and his cape, he literally soared and accomplished any tasks that were set before him. This hospital became and an adventure of his imagination every day. “Despite the hair-pulling, biting, kicking and punching, Alex was the highlight of our day and always had a smile on his face,” she said. “And he always put a smile on our face.”

Gerri Neylon

Ten years ago, the Evergreen Park resident and nurse at Christ Hospital felt bad for a young woman who had cancer and called some friends and loaded up three vans of stuff for the family for Christmas. That morphed into the Christmas Without Cancer charity and it has grown to help many families not just during Christmas but during the whole year as well. “I’ve had many gifts from God,” she said about the ten-year tenure of the organization. “It has taken

‘The right thing to do’ is how this Worth scout views project to help poor children

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The Evergreen Park Mayor survived the deadly West Nile virus and was presented with an award at Christ Medical Center for getting through it all. The virus took its toll on his body, especially his shoulders

Larry Thomas/The Soup Nazi

When he came to Orland Park to promote the local independent film “You Don’t Say,’’ I was able to talk with him for a half hour or so on a snowy night in March about his career and it was a ton of fun. Not many have gained as much recognition for so little screen time as the Soup Nazi character from “Seinfeld” and his “No soup for you!” line.

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By Bob Rakow Staff Reporter Christmas was a joyous time of year for more than 200 inner-city children thanks to Worth resident David Riley. Riley, 18, collected toys for children of all ages during the holiday season, a project he undertook to become an Eagle Scout. The Shepard High School senior has not achieved the rank of Eagle Scout—a Boy Scout review board has yet to make that determination—but the project was about more than earning the Scouts highest rank, he said. “It seemed like the right thing to do,” Riley said. Riley’s living room was packed with the toys that he along with friends, scout leaders and family collected over a two-week period. His sister, Emily, a Shepard freshman, created the poster to promote the toy drive and decorated the collection boxes. The boxes were placed in several Worth businesses, and residents did the rest by donating toys to children who otherwise would not receive a Christmas gift, Riley said. Worth Mayor Mary Werner helped get the ball rolling by donating 30 toys, he said. Riley, who collected twice as many toys as expected, and his family loaded up a van the weekend before Christmas and delivered the presents to Christ the King Lutheran Church in Chicago. Church volunteers wrapped and distributed the gifts to the children, who often are more concerned with where their filling their bellies than opening a present, Riley said. “The pastor was pretty excited,” said Riley, who wants to study aviation in college. Riley’s holiday mission made his mother beam. “I’m very proud of him,” said Tina Riley. “He did a lot of hard work.”

The never-say-die professional pitcher from Worth had the disappointment of being cut by the New York Yankees and Baltimore Orioles in the past couple of years he toiled for the independent Windy City Thunderbolts in between cuts and landed a spot in the White Sox organization and was 6-0 with a 2.68 ERA in Class A ball.

and neck area, and when I first met him after the ceremony in September, he had a sense of humor about it. He noticed my shoelace was untied. “I notice those things now because I see the floor a lot more now,” he joked.

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She added that she’s proud of as a merchandiser for a company Depot stores. He currently works Worth residents, who responded that provides flowers to Home at McDonald’s in Oak Lawn. to a good cause during the holiday season. Riley has submitted a project report to the Boy Scouts, who will let him know if was sufficient to earn Scouting’s top honor. “Now he just has to wait for them to call,” Tina Riley said. “We’re very excited.” Riley is no stranger to volunteer work as a long-time Scout. A graduate of Worth Elementary School and Worth Junior High School, Riley entered Scouts when he was 6 years old as a Tiger Cub. He designed three fishing derby patches, each which won the patch design contest at the Scout’s annual fishing derby at Tampier Lake. The patches were given to every Scout who entered the derby. Riley and Troop 668 have participated in the annual ton of food drive in Worth, Veterans’ ceremonies, visited the veterans’ home in Manteno, painted fire hydrants in Worth, marched in the annual Worth Days Parade and volunteered in the Lucas Berg Ditch cleanup. Riley also enjoys going to Owassippe in Michigan for the Visit www.sertomacenter.org/three-easy-steps annual week long camping trip. Riley works as a bus boy at or call 708-599-9500 to learn how. Worth the American Legion and

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Bobby Hull spent four hours talking, signing autographs and posing for pictures with hundreds Nicole Malozzi of Tinley Park introduced her four-month-old daughter Madelyn to Bobby Hull as “the Blackhawks’ youngest fan.’’ of fans on Dec. 18.

Hundreds have a Hull of a time at Kenwood By Jeff Vorva Reporter Editor Those standing in the cold outside of Kenwood Liquors in Oak Lawn Dec. 18 for hours to meet Blackhawks legend Bobby Hull can blame Hull himself for prolonging things. Hull, who turns 75 on Jan. 3, didn’t just sign items and move on to the next fan. He talked with some at length. He posed for photos. He seemed to enjoy the fact that after all these years, people still love the man they call the Golden Jet. “I’m here to see the legend,’’ said Oak Lawn’s Bill Carey, who had Hull sign his Blackhawks hat. “I never met

Who is that young guy? Bobby Hull, who turns 75 in January, autograph a book plus a photo of himself in his younger days during his appearance at Kenwood Liquors.

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him before. I was a little kids when he played but I love hockey and it’s great to get to meet him.’’ Hull’s NHL career spanned from 1954 through 1980. He played 15 years with the Blackhawks. He finished with 610 goals and 560 assists. Donations were accepted for his signature and proceeds went to the Park Lawn Residential Center. Hull was the third legendary Chicago sports figure to appear in the area in recent weeks. Earlier in the month, former Bears tight end and coach Mike Ditka and Bears Hall of Famer Dan Hampton appeared during the grand opening week of Binny’s Beverage Depot in Evergreen Park.

Oak Lawn’s Bill Casey gives the thumbs up moments before meeting Blackhawks legend Bobby Hull at Kenwood Liquors Dec. 18.

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News and events from our archives.

Reporter editorial writer in the Christmas spirit 50 years ago

From the Dec. 26, 1963 edition The story: Voters said no to a $750,000 bond issue for Ridgeland Elementary School District 122 for 21 new classroom was defeated for a sixth straight time — this time by just 11 votes. The quote: “Did you turn to this column for advice today? For righteous wrath and indignation? For the pleasure of seeing somebody else get scolded? You don’t get it. It’s Christmas and we’re all happy.” — the start of this edition’s editorial. Fun fact: Glen Burnett of Palos Hills turned 12 on Christmas. According to the investigative reporting of Rose Urquiza in her Palos Hills Personals column, Burnett got cake, two parties and extra presents under the tree.

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From the Dec. 29, 1988 edition The story: Oak Lawn police removed a 77-year-old man from his home after he was hiding under a pile of garbage. The house contained garbage, human excrement and 25 cats. Two days later, while the man was in a hospital, his house caught on fire and had to be demolished. The quote: “Even the Lionel Barrymore character [Mr. Potter] wouldn’t have been so vicious as to do that to us,’’ — Reporter columnist Michael M. Bates about the film “It’s a Wonderful Life” being shown 14 times on TV on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Fun fact: The Sabre Room of Hickory Hills offered a $37.50 New Year’s Eve dinner with a New York strip steak, three cocktails, hats, horns and favors, threes bands, two DJs, a “fabulous floor show” and sales tax.

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Coach questions society after 0-8 start

From the Dec. 25, 2003 edition The story: A Hickory Hills mother was in serious condition after being burned severely in a fire at her home. Three of her four children were also treated for burns. The quote: “I said [to the team] that it’s not fair that society judges by wins and losses. It’s a shame because what we’ve gone through so far, the kids have gotten a lot of it.” — First-year Stagg boys basketball coach Jon Daniels on winning his first game after the team went 0-8. Fun fact: Jack & Pats in Chicago Ridge offered fancy boneless Mickleberry hams for $2.49 per pound just in time for Christmas.

Dec. 26: ON THIS DATE in 1996, JonBenet Ramsey, a 6year-old beauty queen, was found beaten and strangled in her home in Boulder, Colo. The slaying remains unsolved. Dec. 27: ON THIS DATE in 1900, militant prohibitionist Carry A. Nation walked into the Carey Hotel in Wichita, Kan., and proceeded with her first public smashing of a bar. Dec. 28: ON THIS DATE in 1945, Congress officially recognized the Pledge of Allegiance. Dec. 29: ON THIS DATE in 1890, 300 Sioux in South Dakota were killed by U.S. troops sent to disarm them in what became known as the Wounded Knee massacre. Dec. 30: ON THIS DATE in 1922, Vladimir I. Lenin proclaimed the establishment of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. Dec. 31: ON THIS DATE in 1879, inventor Thomas Edison gave the first public demonstration of his incandescent lamp. In 1974, private U.S. citizens were allowed to buy and own gold other than jewelry for the first time in more than 40 years. Jan. 1: ON THIS DATE in 1863, President Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation, declaring that slaves in rebel states were free. In 1928, the first air-conditioned office building in the United States opened in San Antonio. Texas. Answer to last week’s question: This week in 1968, astronauts Frank Borman, James Lovell and William Anders orbited the moon in the Apollo 8 spacecraft and read from the Bible on Christmas Eve. This week’s question: In 1918, lawman John E. Hoover announced that he wanted to be known by what name? (Mark Andrews can be reached via e-mail at mlandrews@embarq.

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New assessment system is ‘a huge culture shift’ By Jessie Molloy Correspondent The Community High School District 218 school board approved the 2013 tax levy at its meeting Dec. 16 and discussed the most recent results of its new district wide assessment system. With the first semester drawing to a close, the board’s director of data, assessment, and evaluation, Kathleen Gavin, gave a lengthy report on the results of the common unit assessment system. Although the system has been put in place gradually for the past four years, and districtwide semester finals have been in use since 2008, this is the first school year during which it has been fully implemented across all grade levels and subject areas. The common assessment system goes hand in hand with the district’s new grading policy and has been “a huge culture shift,” according to Gavin. The new system was designed to equalize the learning of students at all three district schools by having the teachers and curriculum directors collaborate on universal tests for use in each unit of the class. The new tests are a mix of multiple-choice and written exams which test both student knowledge and more practical applications of the material. Under the new grading system these tests represent 52 percent of students’ semester grades. An additional 20 percent of the

grades is represented by the semester final, with the remaining 23 percent being made up by homework and additional assignments given by each individual teacher. This switch in focus by the district to a more unified curriculum was made, according to Gavin, “in anticipation of the switch to the common core standards and PARCC assessment tests [which will be given to freshmen and sophomores to determine No Child Left Behind funding] in Illinois.” In her report to the board, Gavin said that some areas are performing significantly better than other across the district. Some of the strongest areas of performance across the district were Honors English and all levels of Algebra, the latter of which she said makes sense. Freshmen math was one of the first subjects to be switched to the system and has had time to work out the problems other subjects are still facing. Despite less than spectacular results in some subject areas, Gavin was optimistic about the progress the system is making and praised the teachers and curriculum directors for their work creating and implementing the new tests. Gavin also said that an advantage of the system was its ability to target trouble areas across the curriculum and at specific schools to determine which topics may need more focus or to be re-taught before moving on. This, she said,

will be particularly useful in the math and science curriculums where they have already been used to try uniting the teaching of overlapping pieces of the subject areas such as in physics and algebra. On average, each subject has taken four or five common exams so far which had its data analyzed so far. Results of the district finals will further add to the analysis when they come in next semester. After the curriculum discussion, District Business Manager Joseph Daley presented the resolution for the new levy which the board approved. The proposed new levy would total $79,607,426. This accounts for $3 million in new property and is 4.9 percent (approximately $3.7 million) higher than last year’s levy of $75,888,873. The fund receiving the largest piece of this increase is the education fund, which will be allotted $59,840,075. This represents a $2.8 million increase over last year’s levy. In his report to the board, Daley also said the board’s bond issue for the science wing expansion currently underway at Shepard High School raised $9.7 million dollars. The funds will be immediately sent to the working cash fund then to the construction budget. Although no estimated date of completion was stated at the meeting it was said that the construction at Shepard has been further delayed due to the extreme cold and snowy conditions.

Community Briefs Evergreen Park EP High School Presents Next Community Science Lecture

Evergreen Park Community High School invites the community to start the New Year out right and attend the third of four free community science lectures. The event, Ready, Set, Get Fit: Nutrition and Physiology, will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 8 in the science department. Scott Murdoch, biology, human anatomy and physiology teacher at Moraine Valley Community College will be the guest speaker. Murdoch’s particular interests include wellness, nutrition, physiology, exercise, and longevity. Participants are invited to enjoy a cup of coffee and healthy snack while hearing Murdoch’s presentation. For further information, call Lynn Skizas, science department chair at 398-1218, or

lskizas@evergreenpark.org, or visit www.evergreenpark.org.

Chicago BAC Invites You to ‘Get Fixin’’ with Free Art Activities

Get In, Get Art, a monthly series of free art activities for all ages is offered at the Beverly Arts Center, 2407 W. 111th St., Chicago. Get Fixin’ explores the art of repurposing broken, old or tired objects, creating new works of wearable, viewable and functional art from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 12. Activities are led by working artists, and include transforming clothes, including fashioning a new hat from an old sweater; restoring and repurposing lamps and picture frames; a hands-on Broken Art workshop that shows how to create a work of art using bits and pieces of broken items; Broken Words/ New Stories features writing

activities and break dancing. Most of the activities are open to all ages. People are encouraged to bring broken objects, old clothes, old picture frames and other items to work on and transform. Get In, Get Art will continue through August, offering free activities designed to help area families find their place at the Beverly Arts Center and learn about the programs, classes, entertainment and events that the center has to offer. The next Get In, Get Art program is Get Global taking place from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, featuring the art of world cultures. The Beverly Arts Center provides a full schedule of allages, multi-discipline visual and performing art classes, as well as concerts, exhibits, movies, plays and events. Winter classes begin the week of Jan. 6, and registration is open. For more information, call 773-445-3838, or visit beverlyartcenter.org.

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Moraine Valley is expected to open the 110,000-square-foot fitness center in March.

It’s a race to the finish for new MVCC fitness center By Kevin M. Coyne Correspondent The new Moraine Valley Community College Health Education and Wellness Center is expected to open in March but it might be a race to the finish to make that happen. In the 12 weeks leading up to the opening of the HEWC, college officials are still looking for a health care partner to occupy a portion of the facility. During the December board meeting Wednesday, the college’s board of trustees met privately to reevaluate the cost to lease college property. Although a health care partner has yet to be found, the college is expected to stick to the March deadline. “We are really pushing the job, and we’re about 84 percent done,” construction manager Rich Martinez said. “We should have the job completed in 12 weeks, and we have crews working around the clock to get the job finished on time.” Replacing Moraine Valley’s old health center has been on the to-do list since 1986. In October 2011, the college approved the building of a new $35 million health, education and fitness center. The contact for the new building was awarded to Power Construction.

During the planning process, Moraine officials completed a market analysis to come up with a fair and competitive price based on the membership fees of similar facilities. The center is free for full-time students taking a minimum of 11 credit hours. “We want to market the new Health Education and Wellness Center to the community and especially the students,” said Mike Schneider, director of campus relations. “We completed a market analysis to come up with competitive pricing that is lower than that of competitive health centers in the area, and we will offer various discounts for part-time students,

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About The Accredited Comprehensive Breast Health Center in the Women’s Center for Life and Health Little Company of Mary is committed to improving women’s health in Chicago’s Southwest community through its Women’s Center of Life and Health, which is home to the Accredited Comprehensive Breast Health Center, located in the new West Pavilion. The Accredited Comprehensive Breast Health Center recently received its new designation as an Imaging Center of Excellence due to its excellent service, good quality and state-of-the-art technology. Little Company of Mary’s breast imaging services are fully accredited in mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound and ultrasound-guided breast biopsy. Peer-review evaluations, conducted in each breast imaging modality by board-certified physicians and medical physicists who are experts in the field, have determined that Little Company of Mary’s Accredited Comprehensive Breast Center has achieved high practice standards in image quality, personnel qualifications, facility

equipment, quality control procedures and quality assurance programs. This fully accredited center provides the latest technology and treatment approaches from an expert, caring medical team led by Dr. Taft. For more information on Little Company of Mary’s Nationally Accredited Comprehensive Breast Health Center or Dr. Nancy Taft, please visit LCMH.org/medicalgroup or call 708.229.4050. To schedule a mammogram, call 708.499.8550.

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‘Ho Ho’ or ‘Humbug’? — let’s celebrate and protect our basic rights By Gene Policinski’ Tis the season to be jolly and of good will, right? Responding to holiday cheer with a well-voiced “Bah” or “Humbug?” Well, it’s our right under the First Amendment to speak and write in ways that are naughty or nice. Let’s stick with that seasonal theme as we move from the Christmas season into resolutions and forecasts for the New Year, and consider the past year and what’s ahead. For both this year and next, the controversy over the National Security Agency and its electronic surveillance programs will be the “gift that keeps on giving.” With regular revelations of top-secret details, and a federal district court decision just days ago declaring some elements of the NSA programs unconstitutional, the top story of 2013 in the area of privacy, press and individual rights most likely will be the top story for at least the first six months of 2014. A presidential advisory board examining NSA policies recommended on Dec. 17 that the agency be blocked from storing massive amounts of data on Americans’ telephone records, and that court orders be required to conduct individual searches. But officials charged with preventing terror attacks said such restrictions will seriously slow efforts to prevent such attacks. And on Dec. 19, veteran national security writer Walter Pincus of The Washington Post wrote that “the vast majority” of 1.7 million classified documents that former NSA contractor Edward Snowden took with him in fleeing the U.S. have not yet been “leaked.” Free press advocates supporting a federal shield law — protecting journalists from being compelled in court to disclose sources — got an early present from President Obama. In June, he responded to a controversy over Justice Department seizures of press telephone records of The Associated Press, and phone and e-mail records of a Fox News correspondent by throwing administration support behind the bill. In 2010, following disclosure of U.S. secret cables and reports by the group Wikileaks, Obama opposed a similar bill. Still, the Grinch that is Congress pushed any chance of opening that gift to a free press into the New Year, as the Free Flow of Information Act languished in the Senate in December — though some forecast a floor vote on the bill as early as January.

News photographers reporting on the President ended the year battling administration policies they say freeze out news media lenses in favor of the official White House camera. At a Dec. 17 meeting between top news media representatives and White House Press Secretary Jay Carney, they agreed to continue talks in January about access for photo journalists to President Obama’s public events and appearances. Not much under the First Amendment holiday tree for Freedom of Information (FOI) advocates — who see little in the way of major changes in laws to encourage “transparency” in government, but also continued problems in getting open access to officials who can interpret or explain policies, or parse increasing amounts of raw data available on government Web sites. And then there’s an issue highlighted by — but not limited to — the NSA disclosures: The huge amount of data about us held by “third-parties” — private companies ranging from retailers to phone companies to internet providers. Not subject to FOI laws like government data bases, but vulnerable to government subpoenas or secret agreements with agencies, these information icebergs sail along like their real-world counterparts — with much of their bulk generally out of sight. Santa may reside in a toyshop at the North Pole, but deep details of our daily routines live in these private sanctorumsin-cyberspace. FoxNews.com reporter Jana Winter got the best gift of all — freedom — on Dec. 10 from the New York state Court of Appeals. It ruled she did not have to comply with a subpoena that would have forced her to choose in a Colorado court between going to jail and revealing confidential sources. The New York court said Winter was protected by that state’s “absolute” shield law — and not subject to Colorado’s significantly weaker law — from having to identify the sources of a story about a revealing notebook kept by accused Aurora, Colo., movie theater gunman James Holmes. As we head into 2014, ultimately the best gift we can present to ourselves is continued vigilance about our First Amendment rights. And with that thought, to all a good night.

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Movies are still great for this kid Editor’s Note: Palos Hills historian Donald C. White took a break from his usual research of subjects such as the Civil War and the Gettysburg Address to take a trip down memory lane of the pleasures of going to the movies. By Don C. White Let’s all go to the movies. As a young lad growing up in Peoria, I lived and breathed reading, movies and radio. There were no televisions, no iPods or IPads, no Kindles or any high-tech devices that now give instant gratification to the user. We were blessed with a great school library, movies almost every Saturday or Sunday and sometimes both days. Then I had radio every afternoon and evening after school. What more could a boy want? On Saturdays, a couple of the second tier theatres would show two movies, a newsreel, a cartoon, previews of coming attractions and an ongoing serial that had me hanging on the edge of my seat each week. The cost for this pure childhood joy was only 9 cents. Do any of you remember those good old days? If I was fortunate enough to have money left over I could go to another movie on Sunday. The only thing missing was the serial. When I first started going to

the movies with my buddies, we were all about 10 to 12 years old. We rode the bus downtown to Peoria and many times one or all of us would spend our return bus fare at the theatre, so we all walked home. Well, we were just growing boys and we really needed our junk food. Of course back then we didn’t know it was junk food; it just tasted good and went well with our day on the town. I think at the age of 12 the movie price was 25 cents but it was still a bargain. The truth be told, I think I stayed 11 years old for a while after my 12th birthday. I don’t remember all the prices for sure, but I know that candy bars were 5 cents, popcorn was 10 cents and I don’t remember the cost of a soda. Maybe I didn’t drink back then. Well, I still don’t yet today. They weren’t called the good old days for nothing. This would have been during the late 40s and early 50s. So it was after WWII and at the beginning of the Korean War. There were a lot of war movies and, of course, westerns to fill our minds. After the movie we would come home and play either cowboys or Indians or fight another war. Yes, I had a BB gun, just not as fancy as Ralphie’s in “A Christmas Story.” No, I never shot my eye out or any of my buddies either. And none of us ever

stuck our tongue to a flag pole in the dead of winter. Fast forward to the early 1990s and the birth of my first grandchild and the joy that accompanies an event like that. Her name is Athena and she is my Georgia Peach. The fact that she lived in Georgia presented logistical problems for us going to the movies. We were able to visit her in Georgia and she came for visits to Illinois so we went to as many movies as we could. We then purchased the movie as soon as it came out on video and later DVDs. Now in 2013, Athena is in college and there is not much time for watching movies with her. I miss that, but don’t worry as I have two grandsons that live close by, so I still get to see many of the children’s movies when they hit the theatres. Grandsons Nikola and Samuel are very good about letting me know when the next movie is about to hit their local theatre. As I write this, I am remembering going to the movies with my Grandpa Charlie back in the 40s and 50s. We even saw a movie in 3-D way back then. Listed below are some of the movies I have seen during the past seventeen years or so.

First, of course were the “Winnie the Pooh” videos, then came “Stuart Little”, “Bug’s Life,” “Home Alone,” then all of the old and many of the new Disney movies. Then came “Lion King,” “Harry Potter,” “Toy Story,” “Cars,” “The Bee Movie,” “Monsters University,” “Planes,” and “Ratatouille,” just to name a few. We also enjoyed many of the “Thomas” videos. Now as the boys get older we are getting more into the super hero movies and then who knows what comes next? Whatever is in store, I have enjoyed being able to go with the grandkids to see movies on the big screen that I would not have gotten to see without them. We always try to go in the early afternoon to get the best prices. The kids and senior prices are usually the same, in the $5.50 to $8 range. That is if you don’t see it in 3-D. So, for the wife and I, Nikola and Samuel, a day at the movies, with a treat could cost between $30 to $50. Then we might stop and have dinner after the movie. But you know what? It is always one of the best days of my life to hear the kids laugh and to share a memory maker with them. Life is great for this kid. I wish Joy and Peace to all of you during this Christmas season.

Gene Policinski is chief operating officer of the Newseum Institute and senior vice president of the Institute’s First Amendment Center. He can be reached at gpolicinski@newseum.org.

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What is a New Year’s resolution you have made in the past? Did you keep it?

(Asked last Saturday morning at Paddy B’s restaurant and pub, 11969 W. 143rd St., as the Orland Park Lions wrapped Christmas gifts for the needy.) Photos by Tim Hadac

Laura Guzzino, Orland Park “I resolved to let everyone in the family know how I felt about them all year long. Did I keep it? Well, I kept it in January.”

Sandra Jankowski, Orland Park “Being more selfless and putting others before myself more. So far, so good. It’s turning out pretty good.”

Jim Smith, New Lenox “I was going to eat healthier this year. I’m still eating healthy, just not as healthy as I was. I still drink two smoothies a day. I went to the gym for four months, but then slacked off.

Gail Anton, Orland Park “Try to be a good mother-in-law. I kept it because my daughter, who I love dearly, lives out of state.”

Steve Anton, Orland Park “Lose weight, and I did, just not as much as I wanted to.”

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Financial resolutions for the New Year About 45 percent of Americans usually make New Year’s resolutions, according to a survey from the University of Scranton. But the same survey shows that only 8 percent of us actually keep our resolutions. Perhaps this low success rate isn’t such a tragedy when our resolutions involve things like losing a little weight or learning a foreign language. But when we make financial resolutions — resolutions that, if achieved, could significantly help us in our pursuit of our important long-term goals — it’s clearly worthwhile to make every effort to follow through. So, what sorts of financial resolutions might you consider? Here are a few possibilities: • Boost your contributions to your retirement plans. Each year, try to put in a little more to your IRA and your 401(k) or other employer-sponsored retirement plans. These taxadvantaged accounts are good options for your retirement savings strategy. • Reduce your debts. It’s not always easy to reduce your

debts, but make it a goal to finish 2014 with a smaller debt load than you had going into the new year. The lower your monthly debt payments, the more money you’ll have to invest for retirement, college for your children (or grandchildren) and other important objectives. • Build your emergency fund. Work on building an “emergency fund” containing six to 12 months’ worth of living expenses, with the money held in a liquid account that offers a high degree of preservation of principal. Without such a fund, you might be forced to dip into

your long-term investments to pay for emergencies, such as a new furnace, a major car repair, and so on. You might not be able to finish creating your emergency fund in one year, but contribute as much as you can afford. • Plan for your protection needs. If you don’t already have the proper amounts of life and disability insurance in place, put it on your “To Do” list for 2014. Also, if you haven’t taken steps to protect yourself from the considerable costs of long-term care, such as an extended nursing home stay, consult with your financial professional, who can suggest the appropriate protection or investment vehicles. You may never need such care, but that’s a chance you may not want to take — and the longer you wait, the more expensive your protection options may become. • Don’t overreact to market volatility. Too many people head to the investment “sidelines” during market downturns. But if you’re not invested, then

you miss any potential market gains— and the biggest gains are often realized at the early stages of the rally. • Focus on the long term. You can probably check your investment balance online, which means you can do it every day, or even several times a day — but should you? If you’re following a strategy that’s appropriate for your needs, goals, risk tolerance and time horizon, you’re already doing what you should be doing in the long run. So there’s no need to stress yourself over the short-term movements that show up in your investment statements. Do whatever you can to turn these New Year’s resolutions into realities. Your efforts could pay off well beyond 2014. Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, 974-1965. Edward Jones does not provide legal advice. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones financial advisor.

Oak Lawn Chamber hosts Installation event Members and supporters of the Oak Lawn business community will gather on Saturday, Jan. 18 at the Hilton Oak Lawn (9333 S. Cicero Ave.) to honor the 2014 Officers and Directors of the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce during the 68th Annual Installation. Tickets cost $50 per person and include a four-course dinner and a cash bar. The evening begins with cocktails at 6 p.m. followed by the Installation of the Board of Directors and Business Award Presentation, and dinner at 7:30 p.m. Music, Dancing and begin at 9 p.m.

Michelle Williams of First Midwest Bank will be inducted as the 2014 President of the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce. Williams succeeds Jeff Reichl of Marquette Bank. Also inducted will be First Vice President Jennifer Coriell of 21st Chiropractic, Second Vice President Larry Lehman of Southland Accounting & Liberty Tax Services and Treasurer Adam Woodworth of The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn and Brian Ferrell of MassMutual. The Installation of the 2014 Board will be led by Village President Sandra Bury. Members of

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By Bryan Devonshire

How Mortensen’s bubble burst at WSOP Main Event Few of us will ever experience the extreme pressure of playing in front of the ESPN cameras on the bubble of the Main Event final table. Ten remain, nine will return to play for millions months later, and one will leave with half a million dollars to wipe his tears with and a moment he’ll wish had gone differently for the rest of his life. Situations abound in tournament poker where one bad decision or bad beat means heaps of money changing hands. Since wizards learn from the mistakes of others, let’s examine this year’s Main Event bubble hand and look for lessons. Blinds were 200,000-400,000 with a 50,000 ante. A week earlier, each of these guys plopped down $10,000 to receive 30,000 in chips. Now they were the only players with chips left; 6,342 other people, myself included, had lost theirs somewhere along the way. Action folded to Carlos Mortensen in the cutoff, where he sat with 5.4 million in chips and Ac 9h. Mortensen raised to 800,000, and J.C. Tran, the chip leader with 31.8 million in the big blind, called. The flop came down 10c 6c 3s. Tran checked, Mortensen made a continuation bet of 800,000, and Tran called. The turn was the 9c. Tran jammed, and after only a few seconds Mortensen called it all off with second pair, top kicker, and the one-card nut flush draw. I know both of these guys and respect their games immensely, especially their ability to read people. But I’m not sure why Mortensen made a minimum raise preflop instead of simply going all in. I’d shove in that spot, and you should, too. Mortensen had 5.4 million, and there was 1.1 million in the pot. If he’d gone all in and everyone folded, his stack would have increased by about 20 percent. To accumulate

those chips without seeing a flop would have been awesome. I don’t mind minimum-raising in this spot if my opponent is only going to shove or fold preflop, or if my opponent is a weak player. But Tran, holding 8c 7s, saw a great price and wanted to see a flop, because he’s really good at poker. Mortensen’s A-9 is strong enough that if he’s minimum-raising preflop, he often should be calling a shove, and that has a lot more variance than simply shoving preflop. When short-stacked in bubble situations, it is better to play in ways that reduce variance, and shoving a short stack preflop has less variance than minimumraising. Mortensen’s flop bet was awful. He bet 800,000 of the 4.6 million in his stack. He presumably would have to fold to a shove and would often be folding the best hand. A bet of 500,000 would have accomplished the same thing with less risk. Even better than betting is checking, because Tran wasn’t going to fold a pair, and it turned out he wasn’t folding eight high either. I have no clue why Tran called Mortensen’s flop bet with a gutshot straight draw and under cards. Even knowing he could get all of Mortensen’s stack if he hit his straight, Tran wasn’t getting the right price to call, and there was enough money in the pot that any bet on the turn was likely going to be all in for one pot-sized bet. Tran got his straight on the turn and shoved to deny Mortensen a free shot at a flush. I can’t blame Mortensen for calling. I’m sure he wishes he had folded — or hit a club instead of the 2d on the river — but if he had shoved preflop, he wouldn’t have had either regret. (Bryan Devonshire is a pro fessional poker player from Las Vegas. Known as “Devo” on the tournament circuit, he has amassed more than $2 million in career earnings. Follow him on Twitter: @devopoker.)

the Board include: Peggy Burke (First American Bank), George Cachares (Southwest Physical Therapy), Joe Cwiklinski (Century 21 Affilated Pro Team), Larry Deetjen (Village of Oak Lawn), Laura Earner (St. Xavier University), Kathleen Farrell (Oak Lawn Bank & Trust), David Finkelstein (Oak Lawn Foot & Ankle), Denise Iwinski (Oak Lawn Park District), Rick Harmon (Hilton Oak Lawn), Patti Johnson (Suburban Bank & Trust), Nancy Mabbott (Advocate Children’s Hospital), Debbie Macenas (Sertoma Centre), Kevin Mathers (KGM C.S.I. Complete

Home Inspections), Ninae Mondello (NGM Services), Karen Moran (Together We Cope) Ginger Morgan (Thompson & Kuenster F.H.), Don Murphy (American Family Insurance Agency), Dr. Katie Narbone (Complete Vision Care), Jonathan Perry (Park Lawn), Vicki Scanlon (Standard Bank & Trust), Michael Sutko (World Travel Mart). For more information, or to purchase tickets for the dinner call the Chamber office at 708424-8300 or email office@oaklawnchamber.com. — Submitted by The Oak Lawn Chamber

Scam hirers using LinkedIn are preying on job seekers If you are looking for a new job, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) warns job seekers to beware of growing LinkedIn scams. LinkedIn is an open communication website that has made it easy for scammers posing as job recruiters to take advantage of users looking for new opportunities. More than other social media websites, LinkedIn is appealing to job seekers because it allows them to be contacted by potential employers or recruiters. Scammers create fake profiles disguising themselves as recruiters and send messages that contain a link to gather personal information. The website that the link goes to may look legitimate but often asks for financial information and personal identity. That Information is then used to steal your identity, access bank accounts or install malware on your computer. “These scams will tempt many but it should be noted that legitimate recruiters will never ask you for any banking information,” says Steve J. Bernas, president and CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois. “An example of one of the most recent scams involves the use of attractive female recruiters pitching opportunities to bilingual job seekers.” Bernas states, “Before working with a recruiter do some research to ensure you know who you are dealing with.”

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Avoid becoming a victim of a LinkedIn scam by following these tips: • Do not add just anyone on LinkedIn. Before adding someone, check out their profile and connections. If you have doubts about their legitimacy, do not add them. • Remember that you will never be asked to pay for a job. If a “recruiter” mentions an opportunity where you must pay for training, block them. A real job will never ask you to pay to work. • Be wary of work-at-home jobs. Real work-at-home jobs are hard to acquire so be cautious when you find these postings. • Search for the photo of the recruiter. Scammers usually use a fake, generic photo and you can most likely find the photo elsewhere. • Ask to call them. If a recruiter contacts you via message, request to speak on the phone. If they seem to avoid a phone call, consider that a red flag. • If you find yourself a victim of the scam, act fast. If a scammer was able to access your computer, they could have collected your personal information including passwords and banking information. Change your passwords immediately. If you see any strange banking activity, notify your bank. For more tips on protecting your identity, visit bbb.org. — The Better Business Bureau

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Use your smartphone to help count calories It’s the holiday season, which is a Bluetooth device and will traditionally means great parties, work with any smartphone. great food and, of course, great Of course, you can also use adult frosty beverages. Sadly, it any one of a dozen wristbands also means a great number of or personal monitors. The most calories — an overabundance of popular is probably Fitbit, but which can cause Withings, Fit all kinds of postBug and Nike holiday anxiety. Fuel all work Is there anything just as well. you can do? Of Next, go get course there is! a Withings You can use your Digital Scale. smartphone to I think the By Shelly Palmer help you quanWS-30 is fine tify your holiday (the cheaper calories. one). The WS Here’s how: 50 measures After using my smartphone to more stuff, but the extra stuff it lose 50 lbs. in about four months, measures is meaningless. Either I was encouraged by my friends one is fine. Now, download the to explain how I did it. In truth, associated app for the Withings the formula was simple — eat less scale (you won’t use this often, and move more. But, as anyone but it’s fun to have). who has ever been on a diet will Apps tell you, “…that’s easier to say The MOST IMPORTANT app than it is to do.” you will download is MyFitness I did a TEDx Wall Street talk Pal. It’s free at the Apple iTunes entitled, “A Quantified Journey,” App Store or the Google Play where I described the process. Store, and it’s where you will Here are the simple steps and input the calories you intake. As a few related articles I’ve writ- with every app today, there are ten. There is much more to come many alternatives. Some other as I’m currently writing a new popular calorie counters inbook with the working title, The clude: Lose It!, Calorie Counter Smartphone Diet™. I welcome PRO, FatSecret and Livestrong. your thoughts and comments. com’s calorie tracker. While I’m Creating A Personal a fan of MyFitnessPal, you may Quantified Self Currency prefer another app. I don’t care 3,500 calories = 1 lb. Every which one you use… just use 3,500 calories you eat that you it everyday! don’t burn, you gain a pound. When you get your UP and Every 3,500 calories you burn yourWithings Scale, you will tap that you don’t eat, you lose a the “APP GALLERY” area of pound. While this is not strictly the MyFitnessPal app and let true (for reasons that are not the program know that you important here) it is a great have an UP band and a Withguideline for setting up a “calo- ings Scale. Do the same with the UP ries in/calories out” goal. Each day I try to eat less app: it wants to know that you than 1,500 calories. I try to are using MyFitnessPal and a burn 2,300-3,000. All of this Withings Scale. is measured with hardware and Results apps mentioned below. In all With your scale, wristband likelihood, these numbers bear and calorie counting app all no resemblance to what is actu- connected, you only have one ally happening — but — since number that you will care about I’m using the same tools each each day: calories over/under. I day to measure the same num- try to burn between 800-1,000 bers, the playing field is level calories more than I eat every and I can use the over/under day which translates to somenumber as a “currency” for my where between a 1/4 lb. and calculations. 1/3 lb. per day. Obviously, due The results speak for them- to variables, it can be more or selves. I’ve lost over 50 lbs in less on any given day and, more the first four months and I’m importantly, going 1/2 lb. in the still going strong! wrong direction — even though you’ve done everything right Hardware I use the Jawbone UP wrist- — can and does happen. band. There is all kinds of con- I would resist the temptatroversy about which personal tion to average your calories monitoring band is “best.” Best over/under on a weekly basis. needs context — best for ____. Food is fuel, if you don’t use it, In our case (yours and mine) you store it, and the way you “best” means: 1) I can wear store it is in your fat cells. So it all the time. 2) I can get it while it may be mathematically wet. 3) It creates a consistent correct to look at a weekly total “currency” I can use to man- and expect a specific result, in age my calories in/calories out practice, your body does not average its food intake any metrics. UP has a related app you can more than your car averages get at the Apple iTunes App gasoline usage. Store or Google Play Store for Get Going! free. If you have an Android That’s the short version. Now, device, check compatibility it’s up to you. Start walking Moto and HTC units are not and start eating healthy food in all compatible with UP. That small quantities — the results said, the new Jawbone UP24 are magic!

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Evergreen Park HS announces Illinois State Scholars William J. Sanderson, principal, announced 27 seniors have been named Illinois State Scholars by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission. The following students received this award: (Front row left to right) Colin Allpow, Koren Castillo, Christopher Cericola, Tyler Conover, Timothy Daker, Katelyn Daugherty, Margaret Demer, Jada Franklin; (middle row left to right) Emily Diamond, Colleen Elzinga, Imogene Gonzalez, Aaron Green-VanZee, Nicole Hayes, KateLynn Hohman, Nabeel Kassam, Nicholas Knieps, Meghan Kress; (back row left to right) John Lahart, Julia McCauley, Jesse Nasadowski, Anna Rizzo, Jonathan Rocha, Daniel Schaffrath, Kelly Shine, Natalie Smith, Stephanie Townsend, and Rebecca Wyma. Not pictured are Julia McCauley and Rebecca Wyma.

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Brother Rice will host its eighth grade entrance exam on at 8 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 11. Test-takers should bring their $25 test fee and two No. 2 pencils with them the morning of the test Checks made payable to Brother Rice High School. Pre-registration is not necessary. Calculators are not allowed for the entrance exam. Any student requiring accommodations should contact Admissions Director Tim O’Connell at 773-429-4312 or toconnell@brrice.org. All parents are welcome to join their sons for a welcome to Brother Rice on the morning of the exam. A quick presentation in the gym will follow, detailing the admissions process and next steps towards joining the Crusader family. Donuts and juice will be provided.

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their educational goals, pursue an associate’s degree and prepare for a successful future. Registration is underway for the spring 2014 semester, which starts Jan. 13 with on-campus credit classes. Off-campus credit classes and on-campus continuing education classes begin Jan. 21, and off-campus continuing education classes begin Jan. 27. Some of the college’s courses are offered in different formats to accommodate the needs of students, making it easy for people to fit college classes into their life. These Flexible Learning Options include: • Online and Internet Hybrid classes • Short-Term Classes • Weekend Classes • Off-Campus Classes • Evening Classes • One-Day-a-Week Classes A complete list of credit and noncredit classes can be found in the spring 2014 class schedule

or online at morainevalley.edu. Registration is ongoing. Tuition is $109 per credit hour plus fees and books. Students who have applied to the college can register in the Registration Office, located on campus in the Student Services Center (Building S), 9000 W. College Pkwy. in Palos Hills; by phone at 974-2110 (TTY for the hearing impaired 974-9556); or online at morainevalley.edu.

Moraine Valley Tinley Park campus spring courses

Looking for a shorter commute for classes at Moraine Valley Community College? The college will offer 60 classes, beginning Jan. 21, at its Southwest Education Center (SWEC), 17900 S. 94th Ave. in Tinley Park. Some credit classes include Keyboarding I, Art Appreciation, Introduction to Business, Composition I and II, Introduction to Criminal Justice, American History I, Medi-

cal Terminology, College Algebra, Music Appreciation, Introduction to Psychology, General Sociology, and Spanish. There are also several noncredit classes offered at SWEC including Plus 50 Internet Basics, Medicare Workshop, Hiring Employees, Food for Life, “Reel” Classic Films, and Beginning Conversational Spanish. A complete listing of all the classes at SWEC and credit and noncredit classes offered at all Moraine Valley campuses can be found in the spring 2014 class schedule or online at morainevalley.edu. Registration is ongoing. Tuition is $109 per credit hour plus fees and books. Students who have applied to the college can register in the Registration Office, on the main campus in the Student Services Center (Building S), 9000 W. College Pkwy. in Palos Hills; by phone at 974-2110 (TTY for the hearing impaired 974-9556); or online at morainevalley.edu.

Local residents earn North Cen- musicians joined the Belmont tral College Dean’s List honors School of Music faculty and the Nashville Children’s Choir for fall term. for the taping of “Christmas at North Central College has Belmont.” named six Oak Lawn students to its Dean’s List of scholars The annual production of for the 2013 fall term. The fol- traditional carols, classical lowing students earned Dean’s masterworks, world music and List honors: Lisa Gorski, Me- light-hearted seasonal favorites, gan Keane, Jessica Pacetti, produced by Nashville Public Catherine Smith, Colleen Television (NPT), will show an Sullivan, Namiki Tanaka. encore broadcast Christmas Eve To be eligible for the Dean’s at 7 p.m. Central Time. This List, undergraduate students is the 11th consecutive year must maintain a grade-point av- “Christmas at Belmont” has erage of 3.6 out of 4.0 for the been seen by a national auditerm, and be enrolled as full-time ence on PBS. students.

Dayton fall graduation More than 550 students received degrees at the University of Dayton fall commencement Dec. 14, including 266 undergraduates, in the largest fall graduating class in 20 years. Several local students were included in the graduating class. Patrick Griffin of Oak Lawn graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science and engineering technology, with a major in industrial engineering technology. Alison Hopkins of Oak Lawn graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science education and healthy sciences, with a major in intervention specialist. Colin Monnier of Palos Heights graduated with a bachelor’s of science degree, with a major in pre-medicine. Oak Lawn Native Performs in Nationally Televised ‘Christmas at Belmont’ Concert Lily Paterno, a native of Oak Lawn, IL, will appear on the nationally televised “Christmas at Belmont” concert airing this season on PBS. Hosted mezzo-soprano Denyce Graves and taped at Nashville’s Schermerhorn Symphony Center, more than 800 student

This year’s edition of “Christmas at Belmont” features the University Symphony Orchestra, Belmont Chorale, Percussion Ensemble, Musical Theatre, Jazz Band and Bluegrass Ensemble, as well as Mass Choir. The performance includes both classic sacred holiday music such as “Ave Maria” and “My Lord Has Come,” as well as festive seasonal songs such as “Go Tell It On the Mountain,” “On This Winter’s Night” and “We Need a Little Christmas.” Area students named to Augustana Dean’s List Augustana College in Rock Island announced that 839 students were named to the Dean’s List for the 2013 fall term. Students who have earned this academic honor have maintained a grade point average of 3.5 or higher on a four-point scale for courses taken during the term. Some area students earned this honor, including: • Lauren Davis from Oak Lawn, a freshman whose major is undecided; • Michelle Dempster from Oak Lawn, a sophomore majoring in pre-elementary education; • Alexa Gutauskas from Palos Hills, a senior majoring in chemistry and biology;

North Palos students give via Giving Tree Tis the season to be … caring and compassionate. Students in North Palos District 117 are taking time this

holiday season to reflect on all the good that has come their way while making sure those less fortunate experience a Merry

Christmas. Oak Ridge students decorated a Giving Tree with scarves, hats, gloves, mittens and socks to donate to families in need. Students there also collected toys and gift cards for a Treasure Chest at a local hospital’s pediatric oncology unit. Students held a food drive for a local food pantry. Glen Oaks students collected pop tops to help raise money for kids who need kidney dialysis at the Ronald McDonald House in Oak Lawn. Sorrick School students collected new pajamas to donate to children less fortunate than themselves. For every set of pajamas collected, Scholastic Reading Club’s “Great Bedtime Story Pajama Drive” program will donate a new book. Dorn School students also held a Submitted Photo toy drive for a “Treasure Chest” at Students from the North Palos School District give to the Giving a local hospital’s pediatric oncolTree. ogy unit. Students also held a food drive for a local food pantry. — Submitted by North Palos District 117

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Richards hosts ugly sweater contest With final exams behind them and holiday break in front, band students at Richards High School celebrated the close of first semester last week with their second annual ugly sweater competition. The winners went home with the respect of their classmates for the courage to wear garish or unfortunate fashion choices. Band director Charles Martin sponsored the second annual ugly sweater competition to celebrate the end of first semester.

Richards wins 35-team speech tournament The speech team from Richards High School continued its early season success by winning the championship at the 35-team Santaburg Oaklaus tournament co-hosted by Sandburg and Oak Lawn high schools. It was a complete team effort

with three individual titles and three runners-up. Medalists for Richards included: First — Eda Guven, Original Oratory; Michael McCarthy, Prose Reading; Peter Forberg, Impromptu Speaking; Second — Michael McCarthy,

Humorous Interpretation; Roxanne Segina, Special Occasion Speaking; Teris Taylor, Original Oratory; Third — Kiersten Bergquist, Oratorical Declamation; Fourth — Celina Clifton, Poetry Reading; Gabby Bandera,

Humorous Interpretation; Teris Taylor, Informative Speaking; Sixth — Deja Whitt, Prose Reading; Katie Nestor, Radio Speaking; and, Finalist — Alec Rigik, Original Comedy. — Submitted by District 218

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community calendar / church news Library Notes Green Hills Public Library District is located at 8611 W. 103rd St., Palos Hills. For more information, call 598-8446. Registration is made online at greenhillslibrary.org. *** Holiday Hours The library will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31 and closed on Wednesday, Jan. 1. *** Dec. 30: Families and friends can be challenged to a variety of board games at the library at 1 p.m. All ages are welcome. Registration is required. *** Jan 3: The winter reading carnival will kick off The Winter Reading Program. Registration is required. Patrons are asked to register for one time slot, either from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m., or 4 to 5 p.m. There is a limit of 60 per session. The kick-off will feature carnival games, prizes, and snacks. All ages welcome. *** Jan. 3 through 31: Library patrons are invited to join the 2014 Winter Reading Program. Children in grades Pre-K through 12 can earn weekly prizes. Adults will also win prizes including gift certificates to local restaurants, bookstores, and more. Everyone is encouraged to read to win. Registration is necessary. *** Jan. 6: Clarence Goodman will take patrons on a virtual tour of Chicago and its pivotal role in Black history at 7 p.m. when he presents “Emancipation to Inauguration: The Black Experience in Chicago.” The journey will explore Chicago’s first settler to the nation’s current president. Registration is required. *** Jan. 7: In a class for residents only, patrons can learn computer basics from 5 to 8 p.m. The class focuses on how to find programs and documents, where to start, and customizing a desktop. Registration is limited to four per class. Laptops will be provided. *** Jan. 8: Students in Kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to a Team Day Lego Club meeting at 2:30 p.m. The library will supply the Legos, and students are asked to supply the imagination and building-skills. Registration is required and limited to 25. *** Jan. 8: Green Team Time with Miss Emily begins at 6:30 p.m. Children 6 to 8 will hear nature themed

stories and participate in activities. Registration is required. *** Jan. 9: Teens can enjoy pizza and pop during movie night at the library beginning at 6 p.m. Iron Man 3 will be on the library screen. One movie goer will win a copy of the movie. Registration is required and limited to 60 teens.

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The Oak Lawn Public library is located at 9427 S. Raymond Ave. For more information, or to register for a program, call 422-4990. *** The library will be closed Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 for New Year’s. The library’s regular hours are: Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m. For more information, call 422-4990. *** Jan. 3: Registration begins for middle school and young high school students, ages 11 to 15, seeking service hours. They may earn 10 hours at the library. Their duties will include assisting the Youth Services Department with programs, cleaning and preparing materials for children. The winter session will run Monday, Jan. 13 through March 22. Orientation: will be held from 4 to 4:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13. *** Week of Jan. 6: Local History Coordinator Kevin Korst’s new book, “Images of America: Oak Lawn Tornado of 1967,” is scheduled for release the week of Jan. 6. The book will feature 180 tornado-related images with caption and chapter introductions and will be available at the reception booth for $21.99 (cash or check). Korst’s first book, “Images of America: Oak Lawn,” is still available. *** Jan. 8: The Oak Lawn Community Partnership will hold free health screenings at the library from 10 to 11 a.m. in the lower level meeting room. Personnel from the Oak Lawn Fire Department will give blood pressure screenings. In addition, glaucoma testing will be available. The Oak Lawn Community Partnership is a cooperative alliance between the Village of Oak Lawn, Advocate Christ Medical Center, service organizations, educators, interested community members and business leaders. *** Jan. 11: In-person registration begins for Chef Kate Bradley’s next visit to the library at 7 p.m.

Tuesday, Feb. 4. Bradley will review her favorite Tex-Mex family recipes, including beef brisket in a slow cooker, chicken posole, cheese and corn casserole, and Texas-style tabbouleh. The fee is $5 and the fee will be returned. There is a limit of 60. *** Jan. 13 and 27: The library will begin an Adventure Club from 6:30-7:30 p.m. This new program will keep children guessing what will happen next. Activities will be based on historical happenings, odd occurrences and unusual celebrations that are significant for that date’s session. Participants can be playing games, making crafts, reading books, and even going outside. Registration begins 10 days before each session. *** Jan. 14: Children and adults are invited to wear their favorite pajamas, listen to stories, sing songs, and learn finger plays from 6:30 to 7 p.m. at the library. No reservation is required for this program. *** Jan. 14: Adults and teens are of all skill levels are invited to participate in a Crochet Club from 2 to 3 p.m. at the library in study room number three. Participants should bring their hooks and yarn and any current project. Beginners should bring an H or I hook and skein of yarn of any color. To register, stop by the second floor Computer Center and ask for Patty. *** Jan. 14, 21, and 28: Preschool Storytime is being offered for children ages 3 to 5 from 10: 30 to 11 a.m. during the month of January. Youngsters joining the group will listen to stories, sing songs and create crafts. Registration begins 10 days before each session. No parents are allowed. *** Jan. 15: Students in grades eight through 12 are invited to participate in Teen Game Night from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the library. Teens can check out the new PlayStation 4, play Kinect and Wii games, DDR, and board games. Snacks and drinks will be provided. *** Jan. 17: The Oak Lawn Public Library will host an overview of the major provisions of the Affordable Care Act, aimed at those 65 years of age and old at 2 p.m. Patrons can discover the provisions that may impact them and the timeline for what happens and when.

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Death Notice Lucille Sacharczyk Lucille Sacharczyk, 93 of Palos Hills died Dec. 17 at Manorcare East in Palos Heights. Visitation was Friday at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home in Palos Hills. The funeral was Saturday at Sacred Heart Church. Interment was at St. Mary Cemetery. Ms. Sacharczyk was survived by her children Ralph (Jane), Paul (Cathy) and Peter (Judy) Sacharczyk. She was born in Chicago and was a homemaker. She was also a volunteer at Sacred Heart Parish and with T.O.P.S.

Benefits & Fundraisers Community residents are asked to bring their gently used men’s, women’s and children’s coats to Neat Repeats Resale. They are also looking for new and gently used children’s winter clothing and toys. Donations are accepted daily at either store, 7026 W. 111th St., Worth, or 9028 W. 159th St., Orland Park. For more information, call the Worth store at 3616860, or the Orland Park location at 364-7605. Neat Repeats is now open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence. *** Neat Repeats Resale stores are looking for volunteers to work in their stores in Worth and Orland Park. Volunteers are asked to give five hours a week to make a difference in the lives of victims of domestic violence. Volunteers can develop new skills and help in their community. Volunteer Recruitment Day is Saturday, Dec. 7th and those interested can visit the stores in Orland Park at 9028 W. 159th St. or in Worth at 7026 W. 111th St. Attendees will be given a tour, a chance meet other volunteers, and learn why Neat Repeats is a great place to volunteer. For more information, call the store manager either in Orland Park at 364-7605, or Worth at 361-6860. All sales at Neat Repeats Resale benefit the clients served by the Crisis Center for South Suburbia. The Crisis Center for South Suburbia is a non-profit community organization that provides emergency shelter and other services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence.

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Eryn Halpin of Oak Lawn wraps gifts made by children in Together We Cope’s Gifts from the Heart program.

Giving from the heart The 10-year-old boy wanted his mom to have a “fancy bracelet” for Christmas, he said, as he struggled to string beads together. A small girl wanted to promise she’d clean her room every week, so she filled out a promise card and tucked it into a festive felt pouch. They were among dozens of area children who got into the holiday spirit at Zion Lutheran Church in Tinley Park Dec. 14 as they made their own Christmas gifts for family and friends in the annual Gifts from the Heart program presented by the Beta Beta chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a service society for educators. The organization provides the program for children of client families at Together We Cope. The teachers provide all the materials needed for each of a dozen craft projects, and they guide each child through the process of creating the Christmas presents. Volunteers then gift wrap the presents and pack them into shopping bags the youngsters take

home to celebrate the holidays. “I wouldn’t miss this program,” said one volunteer. “It’s just the most fun holiday thing ever.” Kathryn Straniero, executive director of Together We Cope, said the “Gifts from the Heart” project is important because it teaches children how to give back to their families and friends. “The fact they make each gift themselves lets them put love into the task,” she said. —Submitted by Together We Cope ALSAC/St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital® Memorial and Honor P.O. Box 1000 Dept. 174 Memphis, TN 38148-0174 800-276-8340 www.stjude.org/tribute

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Dec. 27: An RSVP is needed for the Oak Lawn Park District’s New Year’s Eve Party at Stony Creek Clubhouse, 5850 W. 103rd St. The party will include dinner, entertainment and a midnight champagne toast. A cash bar will be available. The dinner, which includes steak or chicken will be served from 8 to 9 p.m. After dinner, the Katie Sullivan Band will play beginning at 9:30 p.m. Dinner and entertainment is $35, not including gratuity. For more information and registration, call 398-6284, or email bfairman@olparks.com.

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â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Ahhhhhhhh, shadddup. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Long before Bears coach Mike Ditka uttered those words to a heckling fan, a cartoon character by the name of Foghorn Leghorn said it many times moments after terrorizing a barking dog. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Most of you, I say, most of you guessed correctly that last weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s photo is a Foghorn Leghorn ornament on the shutterbugâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tree. The shutterbug steadfastly believes Mr. Leghorn is the most underrated of the Warner Bros. cartoon characters, beating out the lame Daffy Duck and lamer Porky Pig. Those two are more famous on the Loony Tunes food chain and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a crime. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Anyway, some doo-dahs go out to Evergreen Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Henrietta Mysliwiec, Jan Merchantz, Kerrie Stone, Jim Long and Vince Vizza, plus Chicago Ridgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dana Oswald, Kathy Higgins, Patty Vandenberg and Dan Higgins. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a joke, sons go to other correct guessers that include Palos Heightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Crystine Busch, Orland Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lisa Keysboe, Oak Lawnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Jane Foley, Hickory Hillsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Jack and Griffin Burke Faddis and Thomas McAvoy and Palos Hillsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Mike McKinney and Marlena Compton. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Affectionate shadddups also go to Worthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Robert Solner, Theresa and George Rebersky, E.J. Oahueke, Celeste Cameron and Donna Hirsch. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Willow Springsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Harrison Debre also guessed right on olâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Foggy and guessed the Christmas bra two weeks ago but was wiped out by a faulty e-mail system. Worthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sandy Joiner also guessed Mr. Leghorn and said she got the drumsticks right from weeks ago when the email system really went haywire. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Nice people who were, as Foghorn would say â&#x20AC;&#x153;as sharp as a sack of wet miceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;â&#x20AC;&#x2122; guessed Frosty the Snowman, Bugs Bunny and the Stay Puff Marshmallow Man. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s clue: This is on a local restaurant wall but you wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to step in it. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Send those guesses to thereporter@comcast.net with WHATIZIT? in the subject line and your name and hometown by SUNDAY night (holiday deadlines will not make for a happy start of the New Year for us).

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A New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s toast to better health â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; For this final installment of 2011 we must talk, of course, about wine. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; But we will begin by talking about water, which through the miracle of being drawn from the Earth by the roots of grape plants and then fermented ultimately becomes wine. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; I remember not long ago a morning news broadcast on which they mentioned a chemical called chromium that is apparently found in tap water. This carcinogen has been found in the drinking water in 31 American cities, which makes one think that drinking six to eight glasses of water may not be as healthy as the so-called experts say. Not to mention the myriad other chemicals â&#x20AC;&#x201C; chlorine, fluoride, pollutants, pharmaceuticals, toxic waste â&#x20AC;&#x201C; found in our drinking water and which may not be completely filtered even by the best systems. It is quite possible this cocktail of contamination is responsible for cancer, heart disease and many other illnesses and disorders. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Now, the body needs water, so how does one get the required liquids without compromising health? Bottled water makers claim their products are filtered or come straight from the mountains where it is not contaminated, but can it be completely trusted? One option is juices, but you have to be very selective and avoid pasteurized juices that are heated to 140 degrees, killing microorganisms but also stripping the juice of the very nutrients youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re seeking by drinking it. You can juice your own fruit, and this is a fantastic option that will reap many rewards. Unfortunately many people donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the patience and dedication required to consistently juice their own fruit. Many juicers are still sitting on store shelves because of this. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; One of the purest juices you can is, you guessed it, wine. The grape plants absorb the water of the Earth, and along with it the vitamins and minerals of which the Earth is made, and which you need to survive. Iron, magnesium, calcium, potassium and many other vital elements are found in this juice, not to mention heart-healthy compounds such as resveratrol. You can crush the grapes and drink the juice as it is, and that is all well and good, or you can add some sugar and yeast and make wine. This process is exhilarating and rewarding. You can sip wine all day in moderation and never get intoxicated. Wine must have an alcohol content of at least 9 percent, but table wines and red dry wines are typically 12 percent to 14 percent. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Enjoy some wine this weekend as you celebrate the New Year. Drink it to the good health of yourself and

Focus on Seniors Smith Village holds free support group for caregivers

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Beverly area residents with family members or friends living with Alzheimerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disease or dementia are invited to a free monthly meeting that will focus on â&#x20AC;&#x153;Taking Care of the Caregiverâ&#x20AC;? at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 7, at Smith Village, a continuing care retirement community, 2320 W. 113th Pl., Chicago. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Smith Villageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s memory support coordinator Diane Morgan will be joined by Carly Carney, owner of the Beverly Yoga Center, 1917 W. 103rd St., to explore ways caregivers can take care of themselves by meditating. Carney will explore the process of developing a meditation practice through visualization and breathing exercises that can lead to a feeling of inner well being. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Before the hour-long meeting ends, Morgan and Carney will

be open to questions and comments from the assembled group and light refreshments will be served. For more information, or to reserve a seat, call 773-4747300 or email familyandfriends@ smithvillage.org.

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Legal clinic at PLOWS

â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; PLOWS will host the next monthly legal clinic presented by the Center for Disability and Elder Law (CDEL). â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Low-income senior citizens may receive free assistance with a variety of legal matters including powers of attorney, wills, landlord/tenant issues, collections and consumer fraud. â&#x20AC;&#x201A; â&#x20AC;&#x201A; Appointments are necessary and may be made by contacting CDEL at 312-376-1880, Ext. 22.

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It’s one last ride for Dooley St. Xavier baseball coach will hang it up after 22 years and assistant will take over By Jeff Vorva He has been a head coach for more than 20 seasons. He has racked up more than 700 victories. He helped send 20 players to the professional ranks and 17 were named national scholar-athletes. Now Palos Heights resident and head St. Xavier baseball coach Mike Dooley will have one more ride before calling it a career. Dooley announced he will retire after the 2014 campaign — his 22nd year at the helm. The SXU Athletics Department announced that current assistant coach Rocco Mossuto will take over for Dooley after July 1. The Cougars program has been around 42 years and had just three head coaches — John Boles (197379), John Morrey (1980-92) and Dooley. “After 42 years as an educator and 33 years with the Saint Xavier University baseball program, including the last 21 years as the head coach, I felt that at the end of the school year and

Rocco Mussoto baseball season was the right time to step aside,” Dooley said in a news release. “I would like to thank the Sisters of Mercy and Saint Xavier University for giving me the opportunity to fulfill all my personal dreams and professional ambitions. I have formed many special relationships with my players and that is the thing I will miss the most about coaching. I would also like to thank my

wife, Barbara, and all of the guys who have coached with me over the years, especially John Morrey, Tony D’Anza, John ‘Happy’ Harasen and Tom Lyons.” Under his direction, the Cougars amassed an overall record of 785-472-3 (.624 win percentage) since 1993. The program also won nine Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference titles, four regional titles and a NAIA World Series berth (2006). In addition to his coaching duties, Dooley is also an instructor in the physical education department at SXU and serves as an assistant athletics director. On Feb. 1, he will be inducted into the Saint Xavier University Athletics Hall of Fame. Mossuto is no stranger to the Cougars baseball program. The Oak Forest resident played for SXU from 1999-2002 and has been an assistant coach since 2010. He has also had coaching stints for a number of other Chicago area institutions over the past decade, serving as pitching coach for Illinois Institute of Technology

from 2008-10 and for Dominican University from 2006-08. Mossuto played one season overseas for the Lodi Old Rags Baseball Club out of the Italy Professional Baseball League in 2004. During his career as a pitcher at SXU, he was a two-time All-CCAC selection as well as a NAIA All-American Honorable Mention in 2002. “This is a dream come true for me,” Mossuto said in a news release about the pending promotion. “As a former player here and a life-long baseball guy, this was a career opportunity that I’ve desired for a long time. “Saint Xavier University has such a rich baseball history and I’m very humbled to continue its tradition of success. I love everything about this university, especially the players and coaches I have worked with over my career here. Cougar baseball has a special place in my heart, and I want to share that feeling with future generations of players and continue Submitted photos to build on the successes that this Palos Heights resident and longtime St. Xavier University baseball program has achieved.” coach Mike Dooley will call it a career after the 2014 season.

R and R against Richards Rice and Rubio knock off area’s last unbeaten team By Anthony Nasella

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Brother Rice’s Dan Scanlon plays towering defense against Richards’ Deon Alexander in the Crusaders’ upset victory over previously unbeaten Richards on Dec. 17.

Sitting on a 3-4 record coming into a Dec. 17 showdown with Richards, Brother Rice was looking for an opportunity to bounce back from a tough loss in the previous week at the expense of an undefeated team. Against the 7-0 Bulldogs, it didn’t take the Crusaders a lot of time to establish themselves offensively. Brother Rice used a strong second quarter to establish a 12-point halftime lead and extended that lead to 23 points with 4 minutes, 15 left seconds in the third before eventually prevailing 78-67 in a nonconference game in Chicago. Senior Ray Rubio led the Crusaders with 25 points and Quinn Niego added 19. Dan Scanlan had eight points but six came in the final 3:05. Richards was led Josh Meier’s 23 points, Spencer Tears’ 17 points and Dedrick Shannon Jr. nailed nine points in the final 2:16. “It was a good win,” Brother Rice Coach Rick Harrigan said. “We want to protect our home court; it’s a tough a place for opposing teams to play. We came out with confidence. We had confidence that in our previous game against Fenwick where we got beat pretty good. “So this was a good bounceback game for us. It was one that we responded to some adversity and a loss that left a bad taste in our mouths. When Ray and Quinn, our senior guards, play good, that’s usually when we’re at our best.” After falling behind 23 points, Richards roared back and cut the gap to single digits with 4:01 left in the game but could get no closer than eight. “Brother Rice had 32 rebounds, and that’s first time that we’ve been outrebounded in a game,” Richards Coach John Chapetto said. “They got a ton of secondchance points, and they were 20

of 21 from foul line; we were just 10 of 20. We had a difficult time guarding them. “We couldn’t block them out. They were just so aggressive. They played to win, and we were on our heels most of the game against them When we needed a big rebound or turnover, they got all the loose balls. We could just never could get over the hump.” Richards 61, T.F North 56 After shooting just 10 of 20 from the free throw line in a loss to Brother Rice, Richards was looking for redemption from the charity stripe and in just about every other fact of its game Friday night against T.F. North. The Bulldogs, to be sure, more than rebounded from foul line — going 30 of 39. Meanwhile, Josh Meier, who was 16 of 21 from

the charity stripe, had 30 points and 15 rebounds and Dedrick Shannon 14 points for Richards, which captured the five-point overtime South Suburban crossover victory over the Meteors in Calumet City. “When you’re playing at T.F. North, you know you’re going to get to the foul line,” Richards Coach John Chapetto said. “We were much better from the foul line than we were against Brother Rice. “For the kids, it was redemption time. We had a bad taste in our mouth from that last loss. The kids played like it was a must win game. And this win was a big one for us because we’re now 4-0 in conference. For Richards, Shannon scored tne of his points in the fourth quarter and overtime. Thaer

Othman scored eight points, and Spencer Tears added seven points as Richards improved to 8-1 overall. “We still have some issues with chemistry as far as shot selection,” Chapetto said. “It’s a constant work in progress.” St. Joseph 62, Br. Rice 54 In its win against Richards, Brother Rice was able to establish an offensive rhythm; however, against St. Joseph on Friday, it turned out to be totally opposite – and not in a good way for the Crusaders. St. Joseph opened the game with a 19-11 first quarter and still held an eight-point lead at halftime. The Crusaders shot 48.6 percent from the floor (18-for-37) and were 7 for 15 from three(Continued on page 5)

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Richards forward Josh Meier shows his frustration in the fourth quarter of his team’s setback to Brother Rice.

In the Nick of time

Former Sandburg star returns to basketball with stint at SCC By Jeff Vorva Sandburg graduate Nick Lehnerer doesn’t play much basketball for South Suburban College. But the fact he’s on a team at all is a step in the right direction. He’s back, one might say, in the Nick of time. Close to two years ago, the Eagles senior popped in a careerhigh 27 points in a 68-57 win over Lincoln-Way East in a Southwest Suburban Conference battle. He had high hopes of finishing the season on a high note and pick up some college notice. It didn’t work out that way. Colleges weren’t knocking on his door.

So last year at this time, he was out of the sport — a sport that he loved and played almost all his life. He played travel and AAU ball his final two seasons and he developed into a deadly 3-point shooter. He attended Illinois State University as a student and thought his hoops career was over. But he said family matters brought him home and he changed his outlook on a few things — including basketball. Soon, the 6-foot-1 guard looked into the situation at South Suburban College in South Holland and is a walk-on at the two-year national powerhouse. He’s averaging less than two minutes a game and

averaging 2.1 points per contest but he’s not complaining. “I get fired up every game,” he said. “You never know when you get your opportunity. You have to be ready to play.” He hopes to get some time in at 3 p.m. Sunday when SSC, ranked third in the nation among Division II schools by the National Junior College Athletic Association, hosts the No. 1 team — Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. The Bulldogs opened the season winning 12 of their first 14 contests and in early December were ranked No. 1 but fell after a couple of setbacks. They are hoping to climb back on top.

Thornton guard Antonio Levy is averaging 19.6 points per game to lead the Bulldogs while four other players average 12. One of the reasons that Lehnerer picked the school was because of the recent success the Bulldogs have enjoyed. They were 205-41 under coach John Pigatti in the past seven seasons and finished third in the nation in 2011-12. Last year, the team finished 33-4. The team entered the season with a 105-5 record at home under Pigatti. Pigatti said Lehnerer should develop into a scholarship player next year. Lehnerer said he is taking this shot and hoping to parlay it into an opportunity to play for a four-year school.

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Former Sandburg High School basketball standout Nick Lehnerer is hoping his South Suburban College men’s basketball team can climb back to No. 1 in the national rankings. The team is ranked this and hosts No. 1 Cincinnati State in South Holland on Sunday.

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Follow the bouncing bikini — er, ball Bartosh (Reprinted from Oct. 11 2012) Once and for all, we’ll learn the definitive answer to a longburning question: Do those men claiming to like women’s sports truly admire female athletes or only the ones whose most notable statistics have no connection whatsoever with the games they play? Guys preferring to share meals and other married activities with wives on a regular basis will, of course, tell their spouses exactly what the ladies want to hear. Those males will insist that watching Maria Sharapova in action is no different than following the exploits of Tom Brady or Alex Rodriguez, and that they’re attracted only to the beauty of tennis, not of the tennis player. Funny, though, how watching that same sport wasn’t so high on men’s to-do lists when Martina Navratilova was the world’s best women’s player. Let’s be honest, the sex appeal-sells method isn’t only used to market cologne, clothing and most other consumer products. Athletics also employ a similar tactic to draw notice if the opportunity presents itself, which it does every time females are part of the sports landscape. And there’s nothing chauvinistic about that statement. The facts back it up. No matter how good a pitcher she is, does anyone honestly believe Jennie Finch would be softball’s most recognizable face if that face weren’t pretty? Being a statuesque blond rather than the distaff equivalent of George Costanza doesn’t hurt her promotional appeal, either. Let me say, on behalf of red-

blooded males everywhere, that I’m not voicing any complaints here. However, weak-willed as most guys are, it’d probably be better if the temptation to gawk didn’t keep popping up with so much frequency. The latest example being placed in front of men is an entity called the “Bikini Basketball League,” which as the name suggests, isn’t some new NBA developmental offshoot. It will, however, give an entirely new meaning to the phrase “player development.” The BBL is not scheduled to begin until the summer of 2013. The start date is important because it allows guys to breathe easier, knowing their heavybreathing sports moments won’t end with the Lingerie Football League season does. What the BBL will be bumping scantily clad bodies with is the WNBA, which is what this column’s opening sentence was referencing. Will the BBL do what the WNBA hasn’t been able to yet accomplish in terms of establishing a larger male audience? Hormonally speaking, that’s a no-brainer. Why else, for example, would women’s beach volleyball receive so much airtime during Olympic telecasts? Ask most men about volleyball terminology and the replies would likely be something like this: • “Dig? That’s what you do on the beach with a sand pail and shovel, right?” • “Kill? Yeah, that’s what my wife will do to me if she catches me watching this.” • “Libero? Isn’t that the South American dictator our military is trying to overthrow? No, wait a minute – it’s that new dance, isn’t it?”

The BBL has borrowed a page from the Lingerie Football League and assigned steamy nicknames to a few of its franchises. My personal favorite is the Hollywood Hotties, although our own Chicago Desire is pretty good, too. As to be expected, a representative of the Miami Spice who was quoted in a Miami New Times story downplayed the sexual aspect of the BBL — sort of. “This is a competitive basketball league, so we are definitely looking for girls that can really play,” the rep told the New Times. “It is also a bikini league in which the girls will be playing basketball in bikinis, so looking good in a bikini is a must.” Tim Duncan and Kevin Garnett never had to deal with such a stipulation. Fact is, neither did Lisa Leslie, Cheryl Miller or Rebecca Lobo. I would imagine those three ladies, along with every other WNBA player — past or present — resent the idea of the BBL horning in on their still-to-befully-conquered territory, especially since the latter will take attention away from layups and foul shooting and put it on legs and fannies instead. Consider this — if bikinis were acceptable attire for sportswomen, why do competitive swimmers always choose to race in onepiece suits? If guys were smart, they would keep their minds on baseball when next summer arrives and realize that the BBL is nothing more than the latest shameless way to exploit women and appeal to men’s basest instincts. Males everywhere should completely ignore it. At least until the BBL playoffs begin.

SXU women

St. Xavier women cruise in the Cruzin Classic By Anthony Nasella As the St. Xavier women’s basketball team continues its winning ways, a positive trend is following the Cougars — as was the case in two big victories at this past week’s Cruzin Classic on the campus of Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. In posting an 88-74 victory over No. 9 NAIA Division I-ranked Oklahoma Baptist University (Okla.) on Thursday and a 9372 win over No. 19 ranked Briar Cliff University (Iowa) Friday, the team got off to fast starts in both contests and received big contributions from starters and bench players alike. Against Oklahoma Baptist, senior point guard Jordan Brandt went 6-for-8 from the field and hit all four of her three-point attempts scoring a game-high 21 points. In the win over Briar Cliff, red-shirt freshman guard Sidney Prasse came off the bench to hit five three-pointers (5-for-9) and tallied 19 points. In both games, No. 8 Cougars (11-3) shot over 50 percent from the floor. They shot 52 percent against Oklahoma Baptist, establishing a double-digit lead ten minutes into the game. St. Xavier shot 57 percent against Briar Cliff, jumping out of the gate with a 20-6 spurt en route to a 57-34 halftime edge. “It was a great trip all around for us,” Head Coach Bob Hallberg said. “The win over Oklahoma Baptist was big because they’re Division I NAIA and we’re Division II. So to beat a team that supposed to be a powerhouse school is a great win for us. “What we’re currently doing well, which we weren’t doing earlier in the season, is shooting the ball well and getting off to a quick start. Compared to the lulls of the past, we’ve really come alive offensively and shot the ball very well over the past two games.” Junior guard Suzie Broski was a big part of St. Xavier’s win big win as well, totaling 17 points on 7-for-14 shooting from the floor to go along with her four assists. Junior forward Morgan Stuut had a solid all-around effort with 14 points, seven rebounds and six assists, while sophomore forward Caitlin McMahon connected on

five of her six shot attempts for 13 points. The Cougars shot 33-for-63 against Oklahoma Baptist, which came into the game with a 7-1 overall record. The Bison had already defeated four of the five Top 25 NAIA teams they had faced this season before Thursday’s meeting with the Cougars. St. Xavier also connected on six of 11 three-point attempts and did a solid job of moving the basketball with half of its made baskets (17) coming off assists. “We got out of starting block quickly and jumped on them quick. Even when our 13-point lead was cut to six, I don’t believe Oklahoma Baptist ever had the lead on us. The difference of the past two games is that we’re getting contributions to support Morgan and Susie. “Besides Jordan Brandt, Caitlin McMahon shoots 5 for 6, on solid shots, from the floor and Maloree Johnson goes 4 for 7. We’re getting the ball distributed into several areas. Though Morgan and Susie are prime time targets, teams have to pay attention to the rest of our players who are shooting the ball well.” Against Briar Cliff, Broski hit 10 of her 17 shot attempts for 21 points on the day to pace four Saint Xavier University players in double figures. The Cougars were 40-for-70 from the field, including an amazing 71 percent clip (25for-35) in the first half. The big first half was the second time in the past three games that Saint Xavier has scored 57 points in a half. Stuut recorded a rare basketball feat notching a triple-double with 17 points, 16 rebounds and 12 assists. Senior point guard Jordan Brandt chipped in 12 points along with five assists and four steals. St. Xavier had 11 of its 12 active players score in Friday’s dominant win. Briar Cliff finished with 28 turnovers in the game thanks in part to 20 St. Xavier steals. The Cougars also recorded 30 assists as a unit Friday. “The amazing statistic was the team shooting 71 percent in the first half,” Hallberg said. “Again, we got off to another good start. Jordan Brandt hits a three from the far sideline to open the game, and she goes up the floor, steals the ball and lays it in the basket.

She has five points in the first 30 seconds of the ballgame. “From there, confidence builds up and good shooting get contagious for the rest of the team.” Even when St. Xavier suffered a setback against Briar Cliff, specifically when guard Maloree Johnson suffered a concussion early in the contest after taking an offensive charge, Prasse came off the bench and immediately found her outside groove and help propel the Cougars further ahead. “Sidney Prasse, who really deserves more time than I can give her, steps up and bombs five three’s and scores 19 points,” Hallberg said. “That’s been our secret. When somebody is called upon, like Naira Harris has been in the past, that player immediately contributes big for us. “And instead of getting points out of two players, we have four players in double figures. Everybody on our team got in the scoring column against Briar Cliff. Offensively, we’re operating on all cylinders. That makes you look good.” And when the Cougars are receiving contribution beyond the ones that come from super-juniors Broski and Stuut, opposing coaches are on the defensive. “It’s definitely tough for the opposing coach,” Hallberg said. “Prasse is our best three-point shooter, and Harris toughest driver. That makes us a little harder to defend than we were in early November. No team has played no tougher schedule in NAIA than us. That really has done nothing but helped us play better.” The Cougars return to action on Saturday to host the two-day St. Xavier Holiday Classic at the Shannon Center. St. Xavier takes on Ashford University (Iowa) at 1 p.m. and then plays Lourdes University (Ohio) on Sunday at noon. “We’ve been home just twice in a total of 14 ballgames,” Hallberg said. “As we get to the tough part of our schedule over the next 15 games, we’re home ten times. Our 11-3 record puts us in a very good position. The schedule favors us. “Some felt we had a disadvantage in playing so many ranked teams all on the road — but with our record and a lot of home games ahead, we’re definitely now at an advantage.”

On the edge...and right on target! Straight talk from Bartosh in Sports Southwest

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A Perfect Season The Southwest Christian sixth grade boys basketball team just completed a 15-0 season competing against schools from Illinois and Indiana. This is only the second undefeated basketball season in the history of the school at any level. Pictured are: Front row left to right: Caleb Voogt, Ryley Bulthuis, and James Voss; back row David Falb, Joseph Kamp, Danny Bulthuis, Micah Schnyders, Ty Sperling, Dylan Kooiman, and Connor Hoops. Not pictured is Baelin Behringer. Coaches for the team are Tim Schnyders and Fred Jacobeit.

Trinity Christian Roundup

Trolls not in partying mood after ringing up end-of-year setbacks By Tim Cronin Trinity Christian’s men’s basketball team picked up the pace in its last game before Christmas, but could not pick up a victory. The Trolls’ run-and-gun contest with Judson finished with the Eagles on the top side of a 98-89 outcome. That dropped Trinity to 4-11 for the season and 0-5 in CCAC competition. In some categories, Trinity did everything right. The Trolls held a 42-31 rebounding edge on Judson, and shot 50 percent from the floor, compared to Judson’s 46.7 percent. But Eagles went to the free throw line more often than partygoers return to the buffet, and took advantage, hitting 35 of 42 free-throw attempts, with Turner Schwarz hitting all 13 of his attempts en route to a 31point game. In comparison, Trinity was only 17-of-26 from the line. Therein was the difference. Judson (5-9, 2-3) had a 45-44 lead at the half — overcoming Trinity’s 14-point advantage in the last nine minutes of the half — and then led throughout the second half, though the Trolls were within two at one point. That came on Joe Hehir’s layup with 7:04 to play. It was 73-71, but Judson scored the next six points, and the Trolls could get no closer than four points in the final five minutes. Jared Jones’ 19 points led Trinity, with Cody Rhorer adding 17. Two nights earlier, the Trolls were dealt a 92-71 defeat at Cardinal Stritch, an outcome not entirely unexpected given Strich’s pedigree as the No. 3 team in NAIA Division II and the leader of the CCAC North. Stritch (112, 4-0) led all the way, paced by Derek Semenas’ 26 points.

The two setbacks combined with the Christmas break mean Trinity will have to wait until Jan. 8 for its next shot at its first conference win of the season. The Trolls will visit fellow CCAC North foe St. Xavier (11-2, 4-1) on that evening, following a New Year’s Eve contest at Lewis — billed as an exhibition given Lewis’ NCAA Division II status – and a non-conference road game two nights later at BenedictineSpringfield. *** Record: 4-11 overall, 0-5 CCAC, 2-3 home, 2-5 away, 0-3 neutral. Leaders: Jared Jones 14.8 ppg; Ezekiel Odonkor 7.9 rpg; Jones 43 assists; Cody Rhorer 11 steals; Odonkor 16 blocks. Schedule: Tuesday, at Lewis (exhibition), 1 p.m.; Jan. 2, at Benedictine-Springfield, 7 p.m.; Jan. 8, at St. Xavier, 7 p.m.; Jan. 11, at Calumet-St. Joseph. Women’s Basketball Trinity let one get away last Thursday afternoon. The Trolls opened a seven-point lead on Judson in the early going of their final game before the Christmas break, battled the Eagles through a contest with a half-dozen lead changes and nine ties, but ultimately dropped a 66-62 decision to the Eagles. It was the second loss in succession, following a 66-38 whipping by Cardinal Stritch two nights earlier. It also dropped the Trolls to 4-10 for the season, and 1-4 in the CCAC. Trinity was in the game against Judson despite shooting only 32.8 percent from the floor and being outscored 23-7 from the bench. Making seven more free throws than the Eagles aided the Trinity cause. Judson (7-7, 3-2) led 48-39

before Caitlin Cody’s layup with 13:40 to play triggered an 11-point run that included a Holly Boetsma three-pointer and was capped by another Cody basket to give the Trolls a 50-48 lead. The advantage was built to five points on free throws — Trinity was 16 of 24 from the line — before Judson rallied, with a pair of Diamonds making it rough for the Trolls. Judson came back on back-toback baskets by Diamond Williams, a timely three-pointer Kelli Ludwig, and a pair of baskets by Diamond Courts, the second of them from beyond the arc, giving Judson a 65-58 lead with 1:57 to play. There was no coming back from that. Cody’s 20 points led Trinity. She and Brooke Bambrick (14 points) each pulled down nine rebounds. The Diamonds, Courts and Williams, scored 16 points each to pace the Eagles. The trip to CCAC leader Stritch (12-1, 4-0), the sixth-ranked team in the NAIA, was in vain. Trinity trailed 35-16 at the half, shot only 26 percent from the field, committed 22 turnovers, was outrebounded 46-32, and only Cody, with 13 points, was in double figures. The only bright spot was an 11-of-14 performance at the free throw line. *** Record: 4-10 overall, 1-4 CCAC, 1-4 home, 3-5 away, 0-1 neutral. Leaders: Caitlin Cody 12.6 ppg; Cody 7.4 rpg; Allie Paluchniak 28 assists; Paluchniak 19 steals; Brooke Bambrick, Cody, 9 blocks each. Schedule: Monday, vs. Spring Arbor at Indiana Tech, 4:30 p.m. CT; Tuesday, vs. St. Francis (Ind.) at Indiana Tech, 1 p.m. CT; Jan. 8, at St. Xavier, 5 p.m.; Jan. 11, at Calumet-St. Joseph, 1 p.m.

SXU men

SXU men smash first two tourney opponents By Anthony Nasella Led by another huge effort by senior guard Brad Karp, the No. 10 ranked Saint Xavier University men’s basketball team used a strong first half performance to take down No. 21 Saint Ambrose University (Iowa), 99-73, Sunday on the second day of the 2013 SXU Midwest Tournament on Bob Hallberg Court at the Shannon Center in Chicago. The Cougars (12-2 overall) led nearly the entire game and used a 20-7 run to close out the final five minutes of the first half and build a 53-31 halftime lead. Hot shooting (57 percent) and strong defense (10 SAU turnovers) helped fuel SXU’s strong opening frame. Karp led all scorers with 38 points connecting on 10 of his 15 shot attempts (four three-pointers) and sinking all 14 of his free throw tries. Junior guard Jack Krieger (Plainfield, Ill./Plainfield North) had a stellar all-around outing for the Cougars Sunday turning in 15 points, five rebounds and

five assists. Karp had 31 Saturday in a 10879 victory over Goshen College (Ind.) to open the tournament on Saturday. The Cougars (11-2 overall) were dominant on the boards Saturday totaling 48 rebounds, including 21 on the offensive end, to the Maple Leafs’ 28. With just over 12 minutes to play in the first half, SXU went on a 23-9 run over the game’s next five minutes to pull away for good Before the tourney, things were a little tighter. Even though the team missed 13 free throws in last Thursday’s Chicagoland Collegiate Athletic Conference game against Roosevelt University, the Cougars excelled from the charity stripe when it counted in the closing seconds to emerge with a big road win. Key free throws in the closing seconds by junior guard Jack Krieger and freshman point guard Kyle Huppe allowed the Cougars to hang on for a hard-fought 68-63 win against Roosevelt University

(Ill.) at the Goodman Center in Chicago. Karp led the way for the Cougars finishing with 26 points and eight rebounds on the night. St. Xavier relied heavily on its defense to aid the victory after turning in its lowest scoring output of the season and holding the Lakers to just 63 points and helping force 18 turnovers behind nine steals. Senior point guard Michael Simpson did a bit of everything for the Cougars Thursday recording 15 points, six assists and five steals. Krieger also scored in double figures posting 11 points, three rebounds and two steals in a reserve role. “Those free throws at the end were the only time we got big free throws,” Cougars Head Coach Tom O’Malley said. “It wasn’t exactly great, but we made a few at the end — which it was good. It was a tough place play at; we had never played there before. “Roosevelt had had won ten games and ran its offense well. We were little bit in a hurry, which (Continued on page 4)

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Sandburg girls

Eagles have a wild time in their four-game stretch By Anthony Nasella In the midst of a 2-2 week, the Sandburg girls’ basketball team played its most inspired basketball during a loss — against, arguably, one of the best teams in the region, in Oak Lawn. The Lady Eagles held the explosive Spartans far below their normal offensive output in a Dec. 18 contest at the Oak Lawn Holiday Tournament and had the chance to push the contest into overtime at the buzzer but fell short 43-40. Sandburg’s chance to tie came from a three-point shot by Victoria Stavropoulos, who had hit a big three earlier in the period. Unfortunately, it caromed off the rim. Sandburg was paced by Stavropoulos (12 points, seven rebounds), Sam Youngwirth (nine points) and Julia Ruzevich (eight points, 10 rebounds). The Eagles hit for seven threepointers, the last coming from Stavropoulos early in the fourth quarter. Her swish made it 3633, but Sandburg missed its next five shots. Meanwhile, Oak Lawn guard LaTondra Brooks made life difficult down the stretch with her defensive intensity. “We played hard and defended well,” Sandburg head Coach Chris Hellrung said. “The girls made some good adjustments at half-

time, but they also made a few too many mistakes that inevitably cost us the game. “Overall, though, our effort was good, and if we had hit a couple more baskets, we could have been a line for a win. We had a wideopen three that just went in and out. That’s just the way the ball bounces sometimes. Our effort was good, and we showed a lot improvement by making adjustments at halftime. Ironically, the potential gametying three was a play that the team had not previous ran “It was a play that we just threw up at the last moment,” Hellrung said. “We never practiced it, and the girls executed it perfectly. The shot was a half inch off. We gave a good effort. LaTondra Brooks, by far, was the best player on the floor that night. She does a phenomenal job defensively for Oak Lawn.” The Eagles started the Oak Lawn Tournament with a 5343 overtime victory over De La Salle. Behind Sam Youngwirth (21 points), Julia Ruzevich (12 points) and Victoria Stavropoulos led the way for Sandburg “We came out with a lot of intensity, but we missed a lot of open shots early,” Hellrung said. “We played some really good defense and we rebounded well. They’re a good team. We outscored them 10-2 in overtime. It’s a good vic-

tory when you still win and not shoot the ball well against a quality team.” After the Oak Lawn game, The Eagles got back in the win column with a 54-35 victory over Joliet Central in the SouthWest Suburban Blue contest on Friday. Despite getting off to a slow start, the team used a strong second half to take command. Ruzevich chalked up 16 points, and Youngwirth scored 13 to key host Sandburg (8-3, 1-1). “We came out a little slow and led by just one at halftime,” he said. “We messed around with a lead and let them back in the game. In the second half we started moving the ball around better and started getting some easier shots. We played a good second half.” Photo by Jeff Vorva The Eagles concluded the Oak Sandburg’s Victoria Stavropoulos reacts after her game-tying 3-point attempt at the buzzer fell Lawn Tournament with a 43-28 short against Oak Lawn. loss to Lincoln-Way north in a Saturday morning contest for third place. Ruzevich led Sandburg (8-4) with eight points. “Lincoln-Way North played well, and I think we were a little tired from the previous night,” he said. “We didn’t come out with much enthusiasm, and they beat us by 15. We were hoping that we wouldn’t have to play a morning game after a night game. “Mentally and physically, we just weren’t there.”

Oak Lawn girls

Lucky 13 after Oak Lawn wins its own tourney By Anthony Nasella Oak Lawn’s girls basketball team won three more games this past week and extended its school record-setting start at 13-0 on its way to winning the Oak Lawn Holiday Tournament this past week. The team began the week with a 75-38 victory over Romeoville on Dec. 16. The Spartans jumped out to a 28-8 lead in the first quarter, hitting 10 of its first 15 shots. The majority of Oak Lawn’s scoring came in the posts. Jannah Mahmoud had 10 points, and Brianna Markusic had nine points. Brooke Annerino and LaTondra Brooks fed the post and combined for nine assists in the game, while also aggressively attacking the basket. “One of our goals this year is to come out strong in every game, and we have been able to achieve that most of the time,” Oak Lawn Coach Janet Meyers said. “We did a great job defensively and forced several turnovers. Over half of their possessions in the first quarter ended in a turnover. We did not turn the ball over in the first quarter.” However, Romeoville adjusted and outscored Oak Lawn 14-12 in the second quarter to cut the lead to 40-22 at the half. The Spartans responded with a 28-9 third quarter, with Brianna Markusic and Brooks combining for 17 points in the period, for a comfortable 68-31 lead heading into the final quarter. “We talked about coming back strong in the 3rd quarter and put-

ting this game away for good, and the girls did just that,” Meyers said. Markusic finished with 20 points and 13 rebounds; Brooks tallied 20 points, seven steals, and five assists; Mahmoud scored 12 points and pulled down seven rebounds. In the 43-40 win over Sandburg on Dec. 18, Oak Lawn jumped out to an early 10-2 lead, but Sandburg would respond with a run of its own and lead 11-10 at the end of the first quarter. “We did not make good decisions offensively in the second half of the first quarter,” Meyers said. “Sandburg was playing good defense and forced us into make poor passing and shot choices.” The Spartans, finally, settled down the second quarter and outscored Sandburg 16-11 to take the lead 26-22 at the half. Sandburg outscored Oak Lawn 11-7 in the third to tie the game at 33-all at the end of the third quarter. LaTondra Brooks stepped up for the Spartans both offensively, five of the team’s ten points in the last three minutes of the game while providing smothering defense down the stretch. With the game was tied 40-40 with 1:46 remaining, Sandburg called a timeout and came out in a delay of game. The Spartans put the pressure on defensively and got a few deflections but no steals. Sandburg called another timeout with 1:11 remaining. Brooks, again, put the pressure on defensively and got a steal and a layup with 48.9 seconds remaining to for a 42-40 lead.

Sandburg turned the ball over on its next possession. From there, Oak Lawn was able to run some time off the clock before turning the ball over ourselves on a sideline inbound play with about 25 seconds to go. Sandburg called a timeout with 18.2 seconds remaining. Brooks, again, stole the ball and was fouled by Sandburg. She hit 1 of 2 free throws to extend our lead to 43-40. Sandburg called a timeout with 10.2 seconds remaining before falling short on it last shot to force overtime. Brooks led the way with 13 points, six steals, and three assists; Mahmoud recorded a double-double with 11 points and 11 rebounds; Markusic added nine points. “This is the toughest team that we have played since we beat Downers Grove North in the Glenbard East Tournament,” Meyers said. “We did not have our best game offensively. Sandburg forced us into poor shooting and passing decisions, but we found a way to win. “We stepped it up defensively when we needed to, especially LaTondra. Good teams find a way to win when they aren’t having a good game and we did that against Sandburg.” In the championship Game on Saturday, a 66-36 victory over Rich East, Oak Lawn came out strong defensively in the first quarter and outscored the Rockets 12-2. “We did not score on as many possessions as I would have liked, but we forced Rich East into turnovers and poor shots so we were

Sports wrap Young Shepard swimmers succeeding By Anthony Nasella Last year’s Shepard boys swimming team was blessed with a large volume of senior swimmers that made for a fun and competitive season for the Astros and head coach Tricia Biedron. And while this year’s squad is significantly younger, Shepard is still blessed with some talented swimmers who are finishing first in events and improving on their times in each meet. During last Thursday’s meet against Reavis, the Astros received first place finishes from junior Sanders Yu (200 IM-2:12.94, 100 breast-1:07.50), sophomore Zach Sierzega (50 free-23.40, 100 free53.02), sophomore Jeremy Schultz (500 free-5:43.23), sophomore Hayden Wiest (100 backstroke59.57); and the 400 Free relay team of Schultz, Wiest, Yu, Sierzega (3:36.22). In addition, Yu won the 200 IM and 100 breaststroke at Friday’s meet against Tinley Park, while Sierzega won the 100 free and Wiest captured the 100 back. “Sanders is the older swimmer of the group because the team is

made up of mostly sophomores,” Biedron said. “We’re definitely on the young side, and Sanders is one of our leaders that is stepping up. He specialized in 200 IM and can swim the strokes quite well. “He’s been a varsity member for three years. He’s doing a great job and is already at his times from last season. He’s progressing quite well.” The coach said she’s very impressed with the commitment levels of Wiest and Schultz. “We’re glad that Zach is committed to the short distance events,” she said. “Hayden also spent a lot of time training in the offseason; he’s really focusing on strokes as well. He’ll be stepping into the backstroke as well as butterfly events. “Jeremy is in what was a pretty deep group of distance swimmers that have all graduated, and it’s a big role that he’s stepping into — but he’s doing it as a sophomore. He’s our No. 1 distance swimmer, and he’s consistently dropping time. I’m looking forward to seeing these kids progress in the next few weeks.”

Girls Bowling Shepard The Astros were defeated by Oak Lawn 1,454-1,247 in the South Suburban Red dual at Centennial Lanes on Dec. 17. Miranda Lindgren had a 318 series for Shepard. Stagg The Chargers dropped a 1,5251,307 decision to Lincoln-Way West in the SouthWest Suburban crossover at Palos Lanes on Dec. 16. Boys Bowling Shepard Matt Shaw’s 256 game and Eric Walters’ 638 series aided Shepard in a 2,952-2,671 victory over Lemont in the South Suburban crossover at Strike N Spare II on Dec. 16. Wrestling Stagg The Chargers were defeated by Lincoln-Way East 41-25 on Friday in the SouthWest Suburban Blue. Shepard The Astros competed at the Reavis triangular on Friday and dropped a 45-15 decision to the host Rams in the South Suburban meet.

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Oak Lawn’s Jannah Mahmoud looks to pass against Sandburg in a holiday tournament game against Sandburg on Dec. 18. able to maintain a 10-point lead at the end of the first quarter,” Meyers said. Rich East came out in a boxand-1 defense against LaTondra Brooks. It slowed her a little, but she still scored five of the team’s 12 points in the first quarter. Annerino stepped it up in the second quarter, scoring nine points and helping Oak Lawn outscore Rich East 18-12 for a 30-14 lead at the half. “We knew that Ashley Dennis was their main scorer,” Meyers said. “We wanted to try to stop her and force the other players to score. In an effort to do that,

our post players got in some foul trouble; Mahmoud and Markusic were on the bench with two and three fouls, respectively, for most of the second quarter.” However, Annerino really picked it up for the Spartans when their posts were on the bench and Rich East was putting the pressure on Brooks with their box-and-1 defense. She scored 11 of her 13 points in the first half by hitting a three-pointer, driving the lane, and going 4-for-4 from the free throw line. In the end, Rich East couldn’t hold LaTondra Brooks down for long. She exploded for 10 the

team’s 20 points in the third quarter. She was 5 for 5 on drives to the basket, and the Spartans were up 50-23 at the end of the 3rd quarter; Rich East would never get closer than that. Brooks finished with 16 points, six steals, and three assists; Annerino tallied 13 points and eight assists; Markusic had eight points and six rebounds; Dee DeeShatat pitched in with seven points; Kelsey Luckett also scored seven points; Mahmoud had six points and nine rebounds. “Everyone got to play, and all 11 players scored for us,” Mey(Continued on page 4)

Moraine athletics wrap

MVCC men make things right vs. Wright Moraine Valley’s men’s basketball team played better basketball on Dec. 17, which showed in their 63-57 victory over Wilbur Wright College. Although Moraine Valley had some dominating moments, they did let the Rams back into the game for a close finish. Denton Wallace led the way with 16 points and six rebounds followed by Johnte Shannon (15 points, five rebounds, three assists), Cameron Juillerat (11 points, three rebounds), Des’nique Harris (eight points, seven rebounds), and Kyle Ward (six points, 12 rebounds, three assists). The Cyclones may have found their groove after earning a second consecutive win Dec. 19 over rival Joliet Junior College. It came down to the wire, but Moraine Valley pulled out a 72-71 victory in the final seconds of the game. At one point the Cyclones were up by 12 points, but with 20 seconds left in the matchup they were down by one. Johnte Shannon made two free throws with six seconds on the clock to put the Cyclones ahead, and the Wolves ran out of time to score. Des’nique Harris had a doubledouble on the night with 15 points and 11 rebounds. Kyle Ward had a big game with 11 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and

six steals. Paulius Otruskevicius was next with 13 points and five steals followed by Shannon (11 points, three steals) and Cameron Juillerat (10 points). Women’s basketball In five out of their last six wins, the Cyclones have beaten their opponents by more than 12 points. This latest dominating victory was an 86-60 offensive barrage over Wilbur Wright College on Dec. 17. Moraine Valley led 49-18 at the break and seemed to be on cruise control. The Cyclone pressure caused trouble for the Rams, forcing several turnovers and low percentage shots. However, in an attempt to pull the pressure back to start the second half, Wright subsequently went on a 14-2 run and cut the lead to 51-32. The Rams crept back to within 13 points even with the pressure, but the Cyclones hit a few threes and scored on break away layups to finish with a 26-point victory. The Cyclones had 35 offensive rebounds to Wright’s 10 for a complete domination on the boards. Every player scored for Moraine Valley in the balanced attack. Nariman Jaber led with 14 points and eight rebounds. Sam Holler (Sandburg) scored 13 while Maggie Yandel (Stagg) finished with

12 points and six steals. Shavonne Lewis and Ashley Cunningham chipped in nine points each. Jamilla Jones was fantastic on the glass, pulling down 12 rebounds, eight from the offensive end. It was a good way for the Cyclones to end the first half of the season on Dec. 19 in a decisive 61-47 victory over Joliet Junior College on their home court. There was mostly back and forth action between the rivals for most of the game before Moraine Valley exploded offensively down the stretch. The first half was rough with the Cyclones scoring just 17, nine by Maggie Yandel, and trailing the Wolves by five. After halftime, the battle was tight until the six-minute mark when a late 14-2 Cyclone run turned the game around. Moraine Valley found their offensive groove and nearly tripled their first half points, scoring 44 for the win. Katie McGann amassed 21 points—18 of which came in the second half—going 5-for-11 from the 3-point line. She also had three steals. Yandel finished with 19 points. Nariman Jaber came off a 14-point effort from the floor, but dominated the paint with eight blocked shots and six rebounds. —Submitted by Moraine Valley Community College

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Vikings play best game of season despite loss By Anthony Nasella Lacking a player taller than 6-foot-2, St. Laurence is definitely at a height disadvantage, which means the team has to make up its lack of inches with extra effort. And while a notable effort in a Dec. 19 Chicago Catholic League crossover battle against a taller De La Salle squad didn’t translate to a victory, head Coach Mark Sevedge still liked what he saw from his scrappy Vikings team in a 55-48 defeat to the Meteors. St. Laurence (1-7, 0-4) was behind just 14-11 after the first quarter and actually led 27-25 at halftime. However, De La Salle

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Brooke Annerino dribbles against Sandburg in a pool game in the Oak Lawn Holiday Tournament.

Oak Lawn (Continued from page 3) ers said. “This is only the second time in 13 years that we won this tournament — the last time being in 2003-2004. This is also the best start we have had in the school’s history with a 13-0 record so far. “The girls are working hard and they are having fun. They are a great bunch of girls to watch play and coach. They are very unselfish and that has been a huge part of our success. We have a different person stepping up for us each game.” Brooke Annerino and Jannah Mahmoud were named to the All-Tournament team. LaTondra Brooks was named Tournament MVP. Richards The Lady Bulldogs went 2-2 this past week — losing contests to Rich East and Lincoln-Way North before bouncing back in victories over T.F. North and Romeoville. In the 60-40 defeat to Rich East Dec. 16 at the Oak Lawn Holiday Tournament, Richards was down 14-11 in the first quarter, 32-20 at halftime and 47-34 at the end of the third quarter. Sydni Tears led the way with 21 points and nine rebounds, and Taylor Sonichsen added eight points, two assists, and two steals. “Rich East is vastly improved,” Richards Coach Jeff Kortz said. “They have a nice team and a solid post player who took it to us down on the blocks. I thought we played hard — but could never get in a good rhythm.” On Wednesday, the Lady Bulldogs lost to Lincoln-Way North at Oak Lawn 62-34; however, the final was deceiving as they were down just 9-8 after the first quarter, 23-20 at halftime and 3629 at the end of third quarter before finally succumbing in the final period. Sonichsen paced Richards with 11 points, seven rebounds, and two steals. Tears added nine points and five rebounds, and Brianna Kuchenny pitched in with four points and three rebounds. Richards, however, would bounce back for its next game — a 65-61 home double-overtime conference victory over T.F North. The Bulldogs were ahead 15-11 after the first quarter and 30-23 at halftime. The Meteors would

SXU (Continued from page 2) slowed us down from what we were able to do.” St. Xavier came out strong in the first half, shooting 56 percent (14-for-25) in the frame en route to a 36-32 halftime lead. A lay-up by Simpson late in the half gave the Cougars their largest lead of the night, 34-25, with 1:17 remaining, but the Lakers closed out the final minute with a 7-2 run to narrow the gap. “We shot 56 percent from the floor in first half, but just before the half we gave back four points,” O’Malley said. “We took a quick

cut the deficit to 40-38 after the third quarter before forcing overtime at 50-all. Sonichen paced the Bulldogs with 22 points, 10 rebounds, and three steals; Tears also racked up a double-double with 18pts and 11 rebounds, while adding three assists. Carly Stazak chipped in with 12 points and five assists. “What can I say: a Double OT game, four games in six days, and the girls never quit,” Kortz said. “They kept coming back and back. Sydni Tears made two boig clutch free throws with under two seconds left. I am very proud of every one of my girls for not giving up.” The team concluded the week back at Oak Lawn, securing a 44-30 victory over Romeoville. Richards (5-7) was up 11-6 after the first quarter, 22-14 at halftime and 32-22 at the end of third. Tears led the way with 17 points, six rebounds and three assists. Sonichsen added six points and six rebounds. Andy Sonichsen pulled down nine rebounds and Kennedy Brister added seven rebounds. Stagg The Lady Chargers split a pair of games this week: Losing to Lincoln-Way East 40-32 on Monday and defeating Queen of Peace 6226 on Saturday. Stagg dropped a home Blue Division SWSC game to Lincoln-Way East on Monday, despite a strong defensive effort. Both teams had a difficult time generating any type of offense, and when they did, points were hard to come by. Stagg led 8-6 after the first quarter and extended that lead to 16-9 at halftime. Three baskets were all the opposition could muster up against a tough aggressive man-to-man defense employed by the Chargers. “I thought the girls’ did an outstanding job holding down a pretty potent East attack, especially in the first half,” Stagg head Coach Bill Turner said. Hannah Henderson (seven rebounds, four assists, and three steals), Casey McMahon, and Mia DiGiacomo all played a solid game on both ends of the floor, and each scored eight points in the game. Megan Hearne (eight rebounds) and Kate Adams (six rebounds) effectively joined Henderson on the boards; each team racked up 30 rebounds. The Lady Chargers discovered their missing offensive production on the Saturday morning trip to

Burbank to play Queen of Peace. Stagg came away with the victory against the Pride by playing well in all facets of the game. Henderson (16 points, six assists, five steals) led the team in scoring, and got the team off to a fast start by nailing a pair three-point baskets in the first quarter. She triggered an 18-6 1st quarter lead, and she continues to be Stagg’s most consistent player so far this season. Casey McMahon (15 points, 4 rebounds, three assists, and three steals) was right with her co-captain, in leading the Charger onslaught. Four players — sophomore guard Noor Elmosa, Henderson, McMahon, and Hearne — did not commit a turnover in the game. The Chargers are now 4-5 on the season and will compete at the Hillcrest Holiday Classic (Dec. 2628) with a 1st round match-up against Bloom. Mother McAuley The Mighty Macs improved to 9-2 and 2-0 in the GCAC Red with a 40-23 victory over St. Ignatius in conference action on Saturday. Elizabeth Nye contributed 16 points, four rebounds and four assists to lead host Mother McAuley. Evergreen Park Megan Pfister’s basket in the final half-minute ignited the visiting Mustangs to a thrilling 38-37 victory over Lemont in the South Suburban crossover on Friday. Pfister and Nicole Larkin led Evergreen Park (8-6, 2-2) with 12 points apiece. Shepard The Astros dropped an 84-36 South Suburban crossover defeat to Hillcrest on Thursday. Shepard (2-9, 0-4) was paced by Dae Jae Williams (13 points) and Courtney Dalton (five points, eight rebounds). Hillcrest jumped out to an early 17-1 lead, but the Astros made a spirited run at the end of the first period to close to within 21-14; however, that was a close as Shepard would get the rest of the game. Chicago Christian Anica Pausma scored 15 points for the host Knights (2-8, 1-3) in a 47-39 defeat to St. Francis in the Suburban Christian Gold on Friday. Queen of Peace The Pride dropped a pair of games this past week: a 49-25 setback against Reavis on Monday and a 62-26 defeat to Stagg on Saturday.

shot and they got a basket at the half, so we had to settle for a fourpoint lead instead of eight.” A pair of free throws by Karp early in the second half extended the team’s lead to seven, 44-37, but Roosevelt did not go away. The Lakers rallied and either tied the game or took the lead two times down the stretch before a series of four straight baskets by Karp, all on lay-ups off offensive rebounds, that began in the final six minutes of regulation helped the Cougars take the lead for good. “Brad Karp played exceptionally down the stretch when we needed him,” the coach said. “Whether rebounds or key baskets – he’s been outstanding all year for us. (Senior point guard) Michael

Simpson is our catalyst and has also played very well for us. “He didn’t have good shooting night against Roosevelt, but he can still penetrate and make things happen.” Roosevelt cut the lead to two, 65-63, on a lay-up with 27 seconds to play, but Huppe split his two free throw attempts on St. Xavier’s next possession and, after a failed three-point attempt by RU to tie the game, Krieger sealed the road win on two free throws with three seconds remaining. “Jack is one of our best players,” O’Malley said. “He’s coming back from an ACL injury. Even though he played only 25 minutes against Roosevelt, he’s playing better all the time.”

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regained the advantage in the second half with an 18-12 third quarter and played just well enough down the stretch to preserve the victory. “The loss tonight was definitely not for a lack of effort,” Sevedge said. “Despite the loss, I really felt like we played our best game of the year by far against De La Salle. We were on the road, and we were within four points with just two minutes left in the game. “A late-three point basket didn’t fall; it just didn’t happen for us tonight. We’re a small team, and De La Salle is a not only a big team but also quick, athletic team. And they we’re just out jumping us on the boards too. We could

have done a better there.” Rich Lamb scored 15 and Romelo Radford added 11 for the Vikings, who shot a solid 8-for-20 from three-point range. “I was very happy with our effort tonight,” Sevedge said. “Hopefully, our kids can gain confidence from this game and feed off it.”

Statistics St. Laurence De La Salle

11 16 12 9 - 48 14 11 18 12 - 55

Scoring: Rich Lamb 15, Romelo Radford 11, Bob Kelly 8, Quentin Forberg 5, Dan Cummings 4, Tim Deleaney 3, Dan Curley 2. Rebounds: Radford 5. Assists: Forberg 3.

Despite big game by Fitz, St. Edward gives Knights fits By Anthony Nasella With a 24-point, 11-rebound performance from Bradford Fitzpatrick, Chicago Christian should have been in a good spot to compete in Friday night’s Suburban Christian contest against St. Edward. Unfortunately for the Knights, no other player score more than four points and the Green Wave rolled to an easy 63-44 victory. St. Edward recorded 19 steals and used a full-court trap to lead from start to finish in Suburban Christian play. Overall, Chicago Christian committed 29 turnovers while only attempting 38 shots to the Green Wave’s 57. “Even though we weren’t playing well early, I thought we were in striking distance if we had played better,” Chicago Christian

Coach Kevin Pittman said. “We actually outplayed them early in the third, but they outscored us 24-18 in third and then 14-10 in the fourth. “It was so unfortunate because Bradford is really turning a corner for us [coming off a 14-point, 24rebound performance in a previous game]; now we need to get others to come alongside him. If you had told me he would score 24 points and we’d lose by 19, I would have said you were crazy.” Pittman’s biggest frustration, beyond the lack of support for Fitzpatrick, is the team’s inconsistency in running the offense. “It boggles my mind that we can’t get it to work consistently in the game,” he said. “The kids go way too fast, and they make poor decisions. When we ran it correctly, Bradford was making a

killing. Worse, we’re turning the ball over at an alarming rate. “Our goal is 12 turnovers or less in a game, and we haven’t been close to that number this season. We need to fix that; St. Edward scored 15 to 20 points off those turnovers. It’s hard to come back from that. We have to take care of the ball better and work on our decision making.”

Statistics Chgo. Christian St. Edward

6 10 18 10 - 44 12 13 24 14 - 63

Scoring: Bradford Fitzpatrick 24, Nate Leo 4, Daylon Washington 3, Jay Spencer 3, Farrell Winchester 3, Marcus Parker 2, Blaine Wright 2, Tyrone Crider 2. Rebounds: Fitzpatrick 11. Assists: Wright 3, Parker 3.

Marist powers up for two wins By Anthony Nasella Marist used two balanced scoring attacks in a pair of Marist Holiday Tournament victories. The RedHawks beat Southland Prep, 74-51 on Dec. 17 and Power House 68-30 last Thursday. In the Southland game, the RedHawks jumped out to an early 15-point first quarter lead and never looked back. For players scored in double figures for Marist: Brian Berry (12), Nic Weishar (11), Brad Hill (10), and Brian Holland (10). Point guard Jeremiah Ferguson dished out seven assists with no turnovers. “Offensively we definitely had balanced scoring,” Marist Coach Gene Nolan said. “It’s difficult to defend you when you have variety of ways of scorers. Balanced scoring was a key to our offensive success. “Jeremiah Ferguson did an outstanding job from point guard position — not just running our offense but generating scoring for

our other players. It was a very well-played game both offensively and defensively. It was good right from the start with a solid overall team effort.” The RedHawks continued their balanced scoring effort in a dominant tournament win on Thursday night. However, the offense helped fuel the defense – as Marist (7-1) held Power House to just six points in first quarter and four in the second. Nic Weishar (15 points) and Ryan Tucker (11 points) led another balanced attack. “We got off to another good start,” Nolan said. “We guarded well and defened well. Offensively, I felt we shared the basketball well. Both ends of the floor we really did a nice job. They played well together. It was a good week for our team. “Defensive success often leads to offensive success. When you’re guarding, defending and rebounding well, you’re able to

play offensive transition with a numbers advantage. Offensively and defensively — we were really good at both on Thursday.”

Statistics Marist Southland

23 18 20 13 - 74 8 13 13 17 - 51

Scoring: Brian Berry 12, Nic Weishar 11, Brad Hill 10, Brian Holland 10, Romelo Burrell 9, Ryan Tucker 8, Ken Lerma 6, Chamar Hawkins 6, Ken Rivard 3, Andre Turner 2, Jeremiah Ferguson 0. Rebounds: Hawkins 6, Berry 5. Assists: Ferguson 7, Berry 6. Marist Power House

18 19 14 17 - 68 6 4 10 10 - 30

Scoring: Nic Weishar 15, Ryan Tucker 11, Ken Rivard 9, Andre Turner 7, Chamar Hawkins 6, Brad Hill 6, Jeremiah Furgeson 4, Brian Berry 3, Brian Holland 3, Romelo Burrell 3. Rebounds: Weishar 7, Burrell 6. Assists: Furgeson 5, Turner 3, Tucker 3.

Hot-shooting Hillcrest rolls over Shepard Hawks shoot 55 percent; Astros commit 24 turnovers By Anthony Nasella When a team shoots more than 50 percent from the floor in a game, the opposition usually needs to counteract with something comparable to stay close. In Friday’s South Suburban crossover match against Hillcrest, Shepard was unable to find an answer to the Hawks’ hot shooting. Worse, they sabotaged any chance of staying close due to a high amount of turnovers. The Astros committed 24 miscues; meanwhile, the Hawks shot a sizzling 55 percent from the floor and 65 percent from threepoint land en route to an easy 79-40 victory. Darren Cohen scored 18 points to lead Shepard (3-5, 2-2), which cut a 21-11 first quarter deficit

to 21-15 before Hillcrest (5-4, 3-1) rolled off four consecutive three-point baskets to take a commanding 33-15 lead and an eventual 51-24 halftime advantage. “Hillcrest came out strong, and we just made too many turnovers,” Shepard Coach Tony Chiuccariello said. “Turnovers were the story of the game. Hillcrest shot the ball well. They were very good; they caused a lot of turnovers and had a rebounding edge. “When combined with them shooting the ball well, it was just too much for us to overcome. Hillcrest played as well as I’ve seen them play this year. They have multiple weapons, are able to drive, and they have a 6-foot-8 kid in the post. They have a nice balance and executed well.” Eight Hillcrest players had at least three points by the break.

The Hawks pressure defense forced 13 first-half turnovers, while Hillcrest shot close to 60 percent in the first half. “We could have done some things better – like take care of the ball,” Chiuccariello said, “We didn’t shoot the ball well; we were just 35.6 percent for the night and nine percent from three-point land. We just didn’t compete like we’re capable of.”

Statistics Shepard Hillcrest

11 13 10 21 30 19

6 - 40 9 - 79

Scoring: Darren Cohen 18, Lawson 7, Jacob Littleton 6, Yakov Witherspoon 4, Smith 2, Kyle Longfield 2, Heidinger 1, Adebayo Ogungbemi 0, Cohen 0. Rebounds: Littleton 5, Cohen 5. Assists: Littleton 2, Cohen 2, Heidinger 2.

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Evergreen Park’s Issac Matthews lets a half-court shot fly at the buzzer in the third quarter in Evergreen Park players huddle before suffering another heartbreaking defeat this season – this time to Lemont Friday night.

Best 0-5 team ever? Evergreen Park makes a case By Anthony Nasella While it might be hard to believe, Evergreen Park Coach Pat Flannigan is convinced that his Mustangs could be the best 0-5 team ever. In its first four games, Evergreen Park had the chance to convert a game-winning basket to no avail. And even though the same opportunity didn’t present itself during Thursday’s 47-42 South Suburban crossover loss to Lemont, the Mustangs were

leading with 1:50 to play. Junior Isaac Matthews had 15 points and Tony Weathersby added 14 for Evergreen Park, which didn’t help its cause by missing six free throws in the pivotal fourth quarter. “We’re just not putting it all together at one time right now,” Flannigan said. “I still believe we’re going to be pretty good. We’ve been in four of five games and had it down to the last possession or two.

“In our first four games, we lost by five points. Each game we had the shot to win it. It’s been a crazy start. I still believe in these kids, and I hope they believe in me. I believe we’re going to get things going real soon.” Evergreen Park suffered from a slow start and an early 6-0 deficit, but from there the team outscored Lemont. “We gave them an early sixpoint lead,” Flannigan said. “We suffered some mind cramps and

lost one of their better scorers twice. After that, we doubled down on him, and it was tough night for him scoring. “We played them even, going back and forth, and we had our opportunities in the fourth quarter. We just didn’t take advantage of them. We had three bad spurts, and good teams are going to beat you when you have those spurts.” If the Lemont game did anything, Flannigan said it forced

him to reconsider his some of his philosophies. “When you give a team like Lemont opportunities, they’re going to take advantage of it,” he said. “We talked about how were going to start games and change our philosophy. In the first five games, we’ve given teams a head start. “They come out on us, and we’re constantly playing from behind. We need a quick start. We have quite a few athletes, and we need

to start taking advantage of our athleticism.”

Statistics Evergreen Park Lemont

6 14 15 7 - 42 12 14 8 13 - 47

Scoring: Jacquet McClendon 7, Alex Cheatham 2, Issac Matthews 15, Tobi Oladaijo 2, Jordan Brown 2, Tony Weathersby 14. Rebounds: Weathersby 8. Assists: McClendon 2, Oladaijo 2.

Stagg, Sandburg roughed up By Anthony Nasella There were numerous factors involved in the Stagg’s 71-61 loss in a Dec. 16 opener of the Addison Trail Tournament against the host Blazers. Stagg turned the ball over 14 times and shot just 21-for-63 from the floor. Meanwhile Addison Trail found its offensive groove and never looked back — scoring the most points against the Chargers thus far this season while never trailing. Max Strus scored 26 points and Jeff Goral added 13 for Stagg, which came into the game undefeated at 8-0. “We had a hard time defending them,” Stagg Coach John Daniels said. “We were letting them have open shots, and they were getting baskets in transition. We played a poor defensive game. Addison Trail also had offensive put backs. It was a bad combination of a lot of things. “We just didn’t play well.” Bolingbrook 49, Stagg 44 The Chargers rebounded defensively from the breakdown against Addison trail to limit the next night’s opponent, Bolingbrook, to less than 50 points of offense. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t keep Stagg from suffering its second defeat in as many days. Stagg struggled to get into a fluid offensive mode, especially Max Strus and Jeff Goral — who missed 19 of their first 20 field goal attempts. Down the stretch, Bolingbrook preserved the win at the foul line. “We played great defense against Bolingbrook,” Daniels said. “We just found it hard to score offensively. We had only one basket in the third quarter; yet, we were still within three points with just four minutes to play.” Stagg was 16 of 47 from the

field and 5 of 20 from beyond the arc. Strus, Sims and Gardner each finished with 14 points for Stagg. Stagg 58, Wheaton Warrenville South 37 If Daniels knows anything about his Chargers’ team, he knows that their ability to succeed with be in direct parallel with Strus’ ability to score. And during Saturday’s thirdplace game of the Addison Trail tournament against Wheaton Warrenville South, Strus was doing plenty of that — and it definitely helped Stagg break a tough two-game losing streak. Strus scored 29 points, and the Chargers prevailed 58-37 to close out the tournament. Stagg (9-2) also held Wheaton Warrenville South to single digit scoring in three of the four quarters. “Any win is a good win, especially when you hold the opposition to 37 points,” Daniels said “We played good defensively and did a good job to holding their best player to two field goals. He only scored one basket in their half-court offense. “Max Strus is a special player. In order to succeed, Max is going to have to score points for us. He definitely did that today.” Lockport 34, Sandburg 31 In another game involving an area District 230 team, the Eagles could never find their groove during the Dec. 17 SouthWest Suburban Blue defeat at the hands of the Porters. Sandburg (3-5, 1-2) played close with Lockport in a low-scoring first quarter but found itself behind 16-8 at halftime. The Eagles held a 23-18 advantage in the second half, but it was not enough. They were also hampered by a 30 percent field goal percentage and 14 turnovers. “They forced us into a little

more deliberate pace — kind of a slow-down tempo,” Sandburg coach Todd Allen said. “They were effective with their 1-3-1 zone. We missed some three-pointers early that had we converted them, maybe it would have changed the pace of the game in our favor. “We ended up missing our first three 3-point baskets. That was an issue there. And they did a good job of being patient on offense. We wanted a more up-tempo game, and we weren’t able to get that established. We were within one point with 1:30 to go, and we just couldn’t fully take advantage of the opportunities that were given to us.”

Statistics Sandburg Lockport

3 5 11 12 - 31 4 12 8 10 - 34

Scoring: Niko Cahue 10, Niko Kogionis 10, Omar Mausour 4, Matt Piazza 3, Peter Paxinos 2, Eric Straka 2. Rebounds: Straka 8. Assists: Paxinos 3. Addison Trail Stagg

17 22 19 13 - 71 12 15 22 12 - 61

Scoring: Kevin White 8, Sebastian Kolpak 5, Brett stratinsky 2, Max Strus 26, Nick Sims 7, Jeff Goral 13. Rebounds: Strus 6. Assist: Sims 4. Bolingbrook Stagg

11 12 10 16 - 49 12 8 3 21 - 44

Scoring: Anthony Gardner 14, Sebastian Kolpak 2, Max Strus 14, Nick Sims 14. Rebounds: Reb Gardner 10. Assists: Strus 4. Stagg WW

15 7 13 23 - 58 8 8 12 9 - 37

Scoring: Max Strus 29, Derek Jordan 4, Sebastian Kolpak 4, Brett stratinsky 2, Nick Sims 10, Jeff Goral 17, Joe Zaremba 2. Rebounds: Kolpak 6. Assists: Sims 5.

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Richards’ Dedrick Shannon tries to get by Brother Rice’s Ray Rubio in Rice’s upset victory on Dec. 17 in Chicago.

R and R (Continued from page 1) point land. They were 11 of 18 from the foul line compared to St. Joseph’s 16 of 27. Brother Rice trailed by five after a Dan Scanlan steal and basket with 4 minutes, 31 seconds left in the third quarter. But in the next 90 seconds, the Crusaders committed two turnovers and were whistled for a technical foul on the bench and St. Joseph built a commanding 44-30 lead. Brother Rice’s Quinn Niego had 25 points, including a banked

three-quarter court shot at the Scoring: J. Gallagher 5, J. Conlisk 8, buzzer to end the third period R. Rubio 25, Q. Niego 19, C. Finn 6, J. for the Crusaders (4-5, 1-3). Gorman 3, L. Mueller 4, D. Scanlon 8. Rebounds: Rubio 8. Assists: Scanlon 5.

Statistics Brother Rice St. Joseph

11 9 17 17 - 54 19 9 16 18 - 62

Scoring: J. Gallagher 3, J. Conlisk 0, R. Rubio 13, Q. Niego 25, C. Finn 5, J. Gorman 0, L. Mueller 2, D. Scanlon 6. Rebounds: Niego 10. Assists: Conlisk 3, Rubio 3. Brother Rice Richards

18 16 17 27 - 78 14 8 12 23 - 67

Scoring: Josh Meier 23, Spencer Tears 17, Dedrick Shannon 11, Angelo Anagnostopolous 7, Thaer Othman 5, Deon Alexander 4. Rebounds: Meier 9. Assists: Shannon 7. Richards T.F. North

11 12 8 18 12 - 61 9 4 18 18 7 - 56

Scoring: Josh Meier 30, Dedrick Shannon 14, Thaer Othman 8, Spencer Tears 7, Jordan Cottrell 2. Rebounds: Meier 15. Assists: Shannon 8.

Community sports news Rice to hold volleyball reunion matches

Brother Rice will hold its annual reunion for former Crusaders volleyball players, as well as alumni matches on Friday, Dec. 27, at 7 p.m. in the school’s South Gym. All Rice volleyball alumni are invited to play in the matches and attend a post-event reception. There is no need to RSVP. “This event has been an annual tradition in our program for many years,” Crusaders coach Br. Paul Ickes said. “I always enjoy welcoming our alumni players back to campus, and I am really looking forward to showing them our new trophy cases.” For more information on the reunion, contact Br. Ickes at (773) 428-1957 or pickes@brrice.org.

Hickory Hills, Palos Hills baseball programs merge

After years of competing against

each other as local rivals, Hickory Hills Youth Baseball and the Palos Hills Baseball Association have merged into one organization. The new entity will be known as “Hills Baseball Softball Association,” and provide baseball and softball at all levels for children aged 4-16. HBSA, which will conduct play on fields in both communities, will accept youngsters from throughout the southwest suburbs for recreational participation, as well as for its part-time and full-time travel teams. Registration dates are Jan. 11 and Feb. 8 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. each day. Both Saturday sessions will be held at Conrady Junior High School, Roberts Road and 97th Street in Hickory Hills. George Czarnik, of Hickory Hills, and Peter Donahue, of Palos Hills, will serve as HBSA president and vice president, respectively. For more information about the new organization or

how to become involved with it, contact Czarnik at 599-6983.

Two more baseball camps announced

Chicago Christian and Lewis University in Romeoville will both host six-week baseball camps during the winter. Lewis’ camp will begin Jan. 11 and be directed by Flyers coach Tim McDonough, while the one at Chicago Christian starts Feb. 1 under the guidance of Knights coach and school athletic director Eric Brauer. Both are being held in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy and are open to players in grades 1-12. Sessions will be offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning. Registration is now underway, and classes are limited to six players per coach. Previously, a similar camp was announced for Oak

Lawn High School with a start date of Jan. 5. For more information on any of three camps, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com or call 1866-622-4487.

Diamond in the Rough

als — and two round-robin events. All positions will be considered, but specific needs include pitcher, catcher and infield/slapper. No practices are required. For more information, contact Bill Lammel at 289-3438 or ditrfp73@aol.com.

Diamond in the Rough fastpitch softball has player open- Openings for ings in its girls’ windmill pitch- Palos Park to host ing, beginner, intermediate and winter basketball league advanced levels. For more information, call Bill Palos Park, in conjunction with Lammel at 289-3438 or email the Palos Heights Recreation Department and Worth Park District, ditrfp73@aol.com. will host a winter basketball league for youngsters in grades 1-8 that Midwest Elite looking will play games each Saturday from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. beginning Jan. 18 and for softball players Midwest Elite Diamond 19-and- running through March 15. over women’s fast-pitch softball Each child will have one practice club is looking for college-rostered and one game per week, with an players to compete in the sum- emphasis being placed on skills demer of 2014. velopment. Separate leagues will The team will play in four local be formed for boys and girls, and tournaments — including nation- play will be conducted in a total

of four different age groups. For more information, call 6713760.

Oak Lawn High School to host baseball camp in January

Oak Lawn High School will host a six-week baseball camp, in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy, starting Jan. 5. Former Spartans varsity coach Brian Clifton will direct the program, which has classes available for players in grades 1-12. Sessions will be offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning, but space is limited. Registration is currently underway. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com or call 1-866-622-4487.

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�� For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. P l a i n t i f f , � v . � HYANG S. CHUNG A/K/A HYANG SOON CHUNG A/K/A HYANG CHUNG, KEUN Y. CHUNG A/K/A KEUN YOUNG CHUNG A/K/A KEON CHUNG A/K/A KEON Y. CHUNG, FOSTER BANK D e f e n d a n t s � 13 CH 005579 10528 S. 83RD AVENUE PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 11, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10528 S. 83RD AVENUE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-203-020. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-28426. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-28426 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 005579 TJSC#: 33-25648 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. I576082

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL A S S O C I A T I O N � P l a i n t i f f , � v . � JOSEPH GUZOLEK, ANDREA FORTUNA A/K/A ANDREA GUZOLEK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS D e f e n d a n t s � 11 CH 021044 12537 S. MASSASOIT AVENUE PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 6 0 4 6 3 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 10, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 13, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:Commonly known as 12537 S. MASSASOIT AVENUE, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 24-29-404-011. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-37989. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-37989 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 021044 TJSC#: 33-23122 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. I577998

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�� For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Wells Fargo Bank, NA P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � James Krol aka James F. Krol; Green Valley Estates Master Association; Green Valley Estates Master Condominium Association; Discover Bank; Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 13189 Sheriff's # 130945 F13050016 WELLS 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 January 16th 2014, 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: 11012 South Theresa Circle Apt 2B and Parking Space G-8, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465 P.I.N: 23-14-302-014-1006; 23-14-302-014-1020 Improvements: This property consists of a Residential Condominium Unit with parking space. 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 cashier's check or certified funds at the sale; and the full remaining balance to be paid to the Sheriff by cashier's check or certified funds within twenty-four (24) hours after the sale. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special a s s e s s m e n t s . � Premise will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of a condominium unit, other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments as required by 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1) Firm Information: Plaintiff's Attorney FREEDMAN ANSELMO LINDBERG LLC Anthony Porto 1807 W. DIEHL., Ste 333 Naperville, IL 60566-7228 forecl o s u r e n o t i c e @ f a l - i l l i n o i s . c o m � 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. I575685

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � RAEDA SHEBAN; THOMAS CHARLES ESTATES TOWNHOUSE ASSOCIATION; DELL FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Defendants, 13 CH 6651 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on June 6, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � Commonly known as 8530 West Thomas Charles Lane, Hickory Hills, IL 60457 P.I.N. 18-35-307-035-0000 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff's Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 651-6705. 1 2 0 3 1 5 6 5 � INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I576646

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MOREQUITY, INC. P l a i n t i f f , � v s . � ANDRZEJ KULIKOWSKI; RENETA KULIKOWSKI; P N C � BANK, N.A. S/I/I TO MIDAMERICA BANK, FSB; D e f e n d a n t s , � 13 CH 5764 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 29, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, January 31, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 23-02-209-027-0000 Commonly known as 8115 WEST 90TH STREET, HICKORY HILLS, IL 60457 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale. For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only. Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1300840. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I579998

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L P � P l a i n t i f f , � v . � EDWARD F. ANDJULIS A/K/A EDWARD FRANCIS ANDJULIS, GAIL E. ANDJULIS A/K/A GAIL ELIZABETH ANDJULIS A/K/A GAIL WALSHON D e f e n d a n t s � 11 CH 013891 10213 HIBISCUS 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 April 19, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 17, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10213 HIBISCUS DRIVE, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-09-310-013. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-11834. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-11834 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 013891 TJSC#: 33-27083 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. I580417

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST BY PURCHASE FROM THE FEDERAL DEPOSIT INSURANCE CORPORATION AS RECEIVER OF WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK FKA WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK, FA Plaintiff, -v.MARQUETTE BANK FKA MARQUETTE NATIONAL BANK, SUCCESSOR TO TCF BANK, SUCCESSOR TO BANK OF CHICAGO GARFIELD RIDGE AS TRUSTEE UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF A CERTAIN TRUST AGREEMENT, DATED THE 14TH DAY OF MAY 1977, AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 77-5-5, ORLAND GOLF VIEW CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 13 CH 09361 15703 Old Orchard Ct. #2N 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 October 28, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 29, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 15703 Old Orchard Ct. #2N, Orland Park, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14401-034-1021. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $145,325.95. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 09361 TJSC#: 33-24591 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. I572521

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, v . � RUSSELL W. NOWAK A/K/A RUSSELL NOWAK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 038382 8009 VALLEY 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 October 2, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 16, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8009 VALLEY DRIVE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-14-401-002-0000. 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. 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 14-12-26825. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-26825 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 038382 TJSC#: 33-22578 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. I578652

For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, v . � ELIZABETH A. MERKLE A/K/A ELIZABETH ANNE MERKLE, WEST SUBURBAN BANK, THE VILLAGE SQUARE OF ORLAND CONDOMINIUM 1 ASSOCIATION Defendants 10 CH 21458 9304 WHERRY LANE UNIT 3 ORLAND PARK, IL 6 0 4 6 2 � NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 29, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 31, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9304 WHERRY LANE UNIT 3, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-15-303-010-1003. The real estate is improved with a townhouse; one car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in � AS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1004448. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1004448 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 21458 TJSC#: 33-23936 I579727

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, I L L I N O I S � COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON TRUST COMPANY AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS S U C C E S S O R � IN INTEREST TO WACHOVIA BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR THE HOLDERS O F � MASTR ALTERNATIVE LOAN TRUST 2005-5Plaintiff, v s . � UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF RICHARD F . � PASZKIET AKA RICHARD F. PASZKIET JR.; R I C H A R D � B. PASZKIET, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS I N D E P E N D E N T � ADMINISTRATOR FOR THE ESTATE OF RICHARD F. PASZKIET AKA RICHARD F. PASZKIET JR.; CHRISTOPHER M. PASZKIET; NICHOLAS J. P A S Z K I E T � UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD C L A I M A N T S � D e f e n d a n t s , � 12 CH 39561 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 10, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, January 13, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real e s t a t e : � P.I.N. 18-35-409-028-0000. Commonly known as 8469 South 83rd Avenue, Hickory Hills, IL 60457. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo, Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (866) 402-8661. For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F12070397 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I576584

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For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N � BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, L P � P l a i n t i f f , � v . � ANNA MAREK, PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY BANK, LAS FUENTES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION D e f e n d a n t s � 10 CH 039155 9101 DEL PRADO 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 August 25, 2011, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 22, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9101 DEL PRADO DRIVE, PALOS HILLS, IL 60465 Property Index No. 23-10-200-058. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-21639. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-21639 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 039155 TJSC#: 33-25752 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. I580444

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Broaden Your Horizons This week Labyrinth Group labyrinth walks will be held on New Year’s Day, Jan 1, at 10 a.m., and on Thursday evening, Jan. 2, 5:30 p.m. and Saturday morning, Jan. 4, 8 a.m., at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. The labyrinth, a new large circu lar stone path for spiritual medita tion is located at the north end of The Center parking lot. In addi tion to the group walks focused on peace and fellowship, the labyrinth is available for individual walks at any time during the month. There is no cost to those wish ing to walk the labyrinth and no reservations are necessary. The walks will take place rain or shine. For information, call Pastor Chris Hopkins at 361-3650.

New Year’s Eve party at Bridge Teen Center The Bridge Teen Center will hold a New Year’s Eve party from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 31, at the center, 15555 S. 71st Court, Orland Park. It will offer live music from LNYX and free food from Famous Dave’s.

Instead of paying admission, students can donate Clorox wipes, AA batteries, or paper towels that will help to support our free programs and events. Every student that attends will get a free T-shirt, prizes and midnight countdown. RSVP is required. Sign up on line and pick up your ticket at The Bridge. This free event is for teens in 7th through 12th grade. For more information, call 532-0500, or visit thebridgeteen center.org.

Upcoming Lapidary classes The Center offers new six week lapidary classes beginning Mon day morning, Jan. 6, from 9 to 11 a.m. and Wednesday evening, Jan. 8, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. Instructor Larry Rothenberg teaches students to use rock saws and water-cooled wheels for turn ing rough hunks of rock into pol ished gemstones. The Center’s lapidary program works in tan dem with The Center’s silver jewelry classes, which enable stu dents to set their stones into silver fittings. The six-week class costs $84 plus a $10 materials fee for

new students. Students purchase rocks for future projects. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Silver jewelry classes New afternoon and evening Silver Jewelry classes begin Monday, Jan. 6 at The Center, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park. In the afternoon intermediate level class, from 2 to 4 p.m., in structor Dan Snyder helps stu dents design, saw, file, solder, and polish rough pieces of silver metal into beautiful sterling silver pins, pendants, brooches, bracelets and other jewelry. Snyder also instructs the evening 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. class, in which students design, saw, solder and polish silver into beautiful sterling silver pendants containing rocks polished in The Center’s new lapi dary studio. Former lapidary stu dents should bring their polished stones to set into silver. Stones will be provided for those who haven’t previously made their own. The class fee is $84 for six weeks for either class. Students should also expect to pay $40 to $50 in class for silver costs. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

Omarr’s Weekly Astrological Forecast by Jeraldine Saunders ARIES (March 21-April 19): When you go along with the crowd you often get no further than the crowd. Being independent allows you to go places no one else has ever been before. This week, you should think for yourself. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Anyone can love you and it’s easy to show love toward others when the sun is shining. It’s when you must share an umbrella that love is tested. In the upcoming week, show your true colors. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): The best diet for you is not prepackaged “happy” meals available 24 four hours a day at a fast food kiosk but happy thoughts. What you think about today sets the stage for tomorrow. CANCER (June 21-July 22): Look on the bright side. Now that the shortest day of the year (Saturday) has past, every day this week will be fuller! Keep your positive attitude in full gear to cope with last-minute holiday crises. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the week ahead, devote more

energy to achieving your hopes and dreams and less energy to your fears. Try to be less defensive and more understanding if the holiday hustle and bustle becomes briefly exasperating. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Use logic to evaluate financial matters and imagination to consider ways to make improvements. You might see where changes are needed in the coming week, but wait until after the holidays to implement them. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): In the week to come, cuddle up with whatever and whoever makes you happy to be alive. There will be plenty of time for social activities, but remember to take care of necessary obligations before the holiday festivities begin. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Sometimes being tested doesn’t show your weakness, but proves your strengths. You may be challenged to find a last-minute gift in the week ahead, but will pass the test with flying colors. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec.

21): If problems crop up, the situation will change soon, but if you’re experiencing smooth going, things will simply get better. Put your networking skills to work with helpful new acquaintances this week. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): An edgy undercurrent may tempt you to take actions you might regret later. Be patient and abide by the rules during the week ahead, even if key contacts push your buttons or challenge your patience. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): The itch to fight off what you consider to be senseless traditions could put you at odds with those in charge during the week to come. It might be wise to simply go along with the crowd and avoid confrontations. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Be glad you have some glad rags. There may be numerous occasions to dress up in the week ahead. You’ll also have plenty of opportunities to show off your sparkling personality and entertain others.

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Knitting classes at Log Cabin The Log Cabin Center for the Arts, 12700 Southwest Highway, Palos Park, will offer six-week knitting classes on Monday evenings beginning Jan. 6, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., and on Friday mornings, beginning Jan. 10, from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Master knitter Georgann Ring welcomes both beginners and experienced knitters to her classes. Beginners will learn to use the knit and purl stitches, to cast on and bind off, to manage simple increases and decreases, and to read a simple pattern while completing their first two knitting projects, a dishcloth and then a scarf. Ring will help those with experience to choose individual projects and to learn more advanced knitting skills. The class fee is $84. Beginning students should bring a fall of Sugar n’ Cream yarn in a light solid color and a pair of size US 9/5.5mm, preferably aluminum, knitting needles to the first class. After the first project, students will purchase yarns and patterns after consultation with the instructor. Registration is required. Call The Center at 361-3650.

1. Blame it All on My Roots: Five Decades of Influences, Garth Brooks, Pearl Records 2. Duck the Halls: A Robertson Family Christmas, The Robertsons, Capitol Nashville (Universal) 3. Crash My Party, Luke Bryan, Capitol Nashville 4. Days of Gold, Jake Owen, SONY NASHVILLE/RCA 5. Here’s to the Good Times, Florida Georgia Line, Republic Nashville 6. Based on a True Story..., Blake Shelton, Warner Bros. 7. Red, Taylor Swift, Big Machine Records 8. Golden, Lady Antebellum, Capitol Nashville (Universal) 9. Danielle Bradbery, Danielle Bradbery, Big Machine Records 10. True Believers, Darius Rucker, 10 Spot

by Jay Bobbin (NOTICE: Ratings for each film begin with a ‘star’ rating — one star meaning ‘poor,’ four meaning ‘excellent’ — followed by the Motion Picture Association of America rating, and then by a family-viewing guide, the key for which appears below.) STARTING THIS WEEK: “INSIDIOUS: CHAPTER 2”: It’s not that the initial suspense film necessarily needed a second chapter, but the kind of boxoffice success it had usually spells “sequel.” Patrick Wilson and Rose Byrne are back for director James Wan — who also guided Wilson in “The Conjuring” — as the couple who face torment from otherworldly forces again. Solid performances by the cast, also including fellow returnees Barbara Hershey and Leigh Whannell (who’s the screenwriter here as well), do much to help the familiar proceedings. DVD extras: two “making-of” documentaries. *** (PG-13: AS, V) (Also on Bluray and On Demand) “THE BERLIN FILE”: Overseas action is bountiful in this tale of a possible double agent (Ha Jung-woo) whose presence at a covert arms sale in Germany alarms the CIA as well as North Korean operatives. They wonder about the exact nature of his involvement, leading to a probe that eventually implicates the spy’s embassy translator wife (Gianna Jun) in suspected wrongdoing. The adventure is from noted Korean director Seung-wan Ryoo (“The City of Violence”). DVD extras: “makingof” documentary; deleted scenes. *** (Not rated: AS, P, V) New releases are on the very light side this holiday week, so here’s a look at several seasonal classics: “IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE”: Upon its release, this Frank Capra-directed 1946 classic had a lukewarm box-office performance upon its release that gave no indication it would become as popular as it long has been ... its plentiful television exposure being a huge factor. James Stewart makes the perfect George Bailey, the hapless Bedford Falls citizen whose experience of

seeing how life would be without him has been echoed by countless TV-series episodes. Donna Reed, Lionel Barrymore and — as wingearning angel Clarence — Henry Travers lend great support. DVD extras (“Collector’s set”): theatrical trailer; “making-of” documentary; Capra tribute. **** (Not rated) (Also on Blu-ray) “WHITE CHRISTMAS”: As comfortable as an active fireplace on a cold winter’s night, this tuneful 1954 retooling of the 12-years-earlier “Holiday Inn” makes great use of its Irving Berlin score. Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye are ideal as military veterans who become successful entertainment partners, then help their former commander (Dean Jagger) re-energize his failing resort. Rosemary Clooney — aunt of George — and VeraEllen are charmers as the siblings who distract the guys. DVD extras (“Anniversary Edition”): two theatrical trailers; audio commentary by Clooney; seven “making-of” documentaries. **** (Not rated) (Also on Blu-ray) “A CHRISTMAS STORY”: There’s never a doubt this holiday favorite will come back around, thanks to its annual 24-hour marathon on television. Anyone who ever desired that one special holiday gift can empathize with Ralphie (Peter Billingsley), author-narrator Jean Shepherd’s young alias who desperately wants a Red Ryder BB gun - the one his mother (Melinda Dillon) warns will “shoot your eye out.” Always deserving of citing is Darren McGavin as the gruff dad who never actually curses, though it sure sounds like it. DVD extras: theatrical trailer; three “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by Billingsley and director and cowriter Bob Clark. *** (PG: P) (Also on Blu-ray) “LOVE ACTUALLY”: Writerdirector Richard Curtis’ fabulous 2003 comedy-drama is all about the countdown to a British Christmas ... and also about a lot more, thanks to a labyrinth of characters with involving stories. Among the best: the new prime minister’s (Hugh Grant) attraction to an aide (Martine

McCutcheon); an art gallery manager’s (Andrew Lincoln, “The Walking Dead”) secret passion for his best friend’s (Chiwetel Ejiofor) new bride (Keira Knightley); and a faded music star’s (Bill Nighy) bid for a comeback with a seasonally refitted pop tune. DVD extras: deleted scenes; music video. *** (R: AS, N, P) (Also on Bluray) COMING SOON: “DON JON” (Dec. 31): Joseph GordonLevitt is writer, director and star of this comedy about an amorous man who believes he’s found his ideal woman (Scarlett Johansson). (R: AS, N, P) “THE FOLLOWING: THE COMPLETE FIRST SEASON” (Jan. 7): A former FBI agent (Kevin Bacon) tracks a familiar foe (James Purefoy) again in the Fox suspense series. (Not rated: AS, P, V) “RUNNER RUNNER” (Jan. 7): A student (Justin Timberlake) who falls prey to an online gambling site tracks down its operator (Ben Affleck) in Costa Rica. (R: AS, P) “THANKS FOR SHARING” (Jan. 7): A man (Mark Ruffalo) with an addiction he’s trying to overcome falls for a woman (Gwyneth Paltrow) who tries to understand it. (R: AS, P) “ENOUGH SAID” (Jan. 14): In one of his final roles, James Gandolfini stars with Julia LouisDreyfus in this comedy about a new romance potentially thwarted by the past. (PG-13: AS, P) “RIDDICK” (Jan. 14): The brawny antihero (Vin Diesel) is stranded on a dangerous planet where bounty hunters arrive to claim his head ... literally. (R and unrated versions: AS, N, P, V) “THE SPECTACULAR NOW” (Jan. 14): A high-school student (Miles Teller) whose flights of fancy are fueled by too much drink falls for a straightlaced peer (Shailene Woodley). (R: AS, P) FAMILY-VIEWING GUIDE KEY: AS, adult situations; N, nudity; P, profanity; V, violence; GV, particularly graphic vio lence.

Wolfgang Puck’s Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck

Linzer bars make easy treats and gifts Even though I am proudly an American citizen, as a native-born Austrian I feel that pastries and cakes are my birthright. Austria lays claim to some of the world’s most delicious baked goods, in cluding delicate, crispy strudels filled with apples, sour cherries, or curd cheese; the apricot jam-filled chocolate cake called Sachertorte; and what the French call Vien noiserie, treats made with a sweet, flakey, yeast-leavened dough that was adopted by bakers in Den mark and came to be known, inaccurately, as Danish pastry. One of my favorites, however, is the Linzer torte. A centuries-old specialty of the northern Austrian city of Linz, this pie-shaped tart features a base made from a rich, crumbly dough of ground hazelnuts, flour, butter, sugar, and sweet spices, topped with raspberry jam and then covered with a pretty lattice pattern of the same dough, through which the deep-red topping glistens like stained glass or a jewel. Store the bars stacked in single layers between sheets of waxed pa per in an airtight container at cool room temperature, where they’ll keep well for a couple of weeks. LINZER BARS Makes about 5 dozen bars, each 1 by 3 inches 1/2 pound shelled hazelnuts 1 cup cake flour, plus more for dusting 1/2 pound unsalted butter, cut into chunks, at room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves 1 large egg 1-1/2 cups raspberry jam Confectioners’ sugar Preheat the oven to 400 de grees F. Position the rack in the middle. Spread the hazelnuts on a bak ing sheet and toast in the oven until golden, about 10 minutes. Turn off the oven. Fold the warm hazelnuts in side a towel and rub to remove their skins. Carefully empty into a strainer held over a trashcan; then, transfer the nuts to a bowl and empty the skins into the trash. Leave the nuts to cool to room temperature. Put the nuts in a food processor

with the stainless-steel blade. Pulse until coarsely chopped. Add the flour and process until the nuts are finely ground. Transfer to a bowl. Put the butter, granulated sugar, lemon zest, cinnamon, and cloves in the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle at tachment. Beat on medium speed until light and creamy. Turn off and scrape down the side. Add the egg and continue beating on medium speed for 1 minute longer. Reduce the speed to low, add the hazelnut-flour mixture, and beat until smoothly blended. Divide the dough into 2 por tions, with 1 portion about 8 ounces or roughly a third of the total. Transfer the smaller por tion to a medium-sized pastry bag fitted with a number 1 plain tip; leave at room temperature. On a lightly floured work sur face, form the remaining dough into a flat disc 1 inch thick. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350 de grees F. With a marking pen, draw a 16-by-13-inch rectangle on a sheet of parchment paper. Place the paper, marked side down, on a baking sheet. With the dough in the pastry bag, pipe straight

parallel lines about 1 inch apart, inside the rectangle parallel to its shorter side. Then, pipe a second set of lines at a 45-degree angle to the first to form a trellis pattern. Refrigerate until well chilled. With more cake flour, lightly dust a work surface. With a rolling pin, roll out the disc of dough to a rect angular 15 by 12 inches and 1/4 inch thick. Transfer to a parchmentlined baking sheet and, with a knife, trim the sides even. Bake until the dough starts to color slightly, about 20 minutes. Remove and transfer to a rack to cool for at least 10 minutes, leaving the oven on. Spread the jam evenly over the cooled dough. With the parchment paper, carefully invert the refrig erated dough trellis on top; peel off the paper. Return the baking sheet to the oven and bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes longer. Transfer to a rack to cool completely. With a large, sharp knife, trim the edges again. Cut lengthwise into 4 parallel strips each about 3 inches wide. Then, cut crosswise at 1-inch intervals. Separate and lightly dust by holding a fine-meshed sieve over them, spooning in some confection ers’ sugar, and tapping the side. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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