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Lipinski has strong words for Trump Congressman criticizes president on immigration, praises him on trade

By Tim Hadac Seating capacity in the Holiday Inn meeting room at 65th and Cicero was 68, but it was large enough to hold an elephant.

The elephant in the room on Saturday was President Trump — and perhaps not surprisingly, the first question at the town hall meeting hosted by Cong. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd) was about the nation’s commander in chief.

When asked what his sharpest criticism of the president is, the congressman

quickly brought up immigration.

“I thought it was a bad policy to separate children from their parents at the border,” Lipinski said. “Now, it’s a much more complicated issue than that; but that policy, specifically, which the president then backed off of, was clearly a bad policy.

“We have to get those children reunited with their parents, and make sure we have a humane policy that deals with the situation — especially with those people seeking asylum…we want to have asylum,” he continued. “This is

not a situation where we can say, ‘Well, just turn them all away.’ We have to be smart about it.”

When asked about the flip side of the coin, Lipinski said he agrees with Trump about “standing up and saying that American workers have been taken advantage of through these trade agreements — by other countries, especially China. I’ve said that for the entire time I’ve been in Congress. I’m happy there’s a president who’s actually standing up and saying that.”

That said, the congressman said he

has concerns about tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.

“Where the president is going with this is very confusing,” Lipinski said.

“I don’t have a whole lot of confidence yet [in the Trump administration’s trade moves]…I don’t think a trade war is easy to win…we don’t want a trade war, but that doesn’t mean we do nothing. If we continue to do nothing, American workers will continue to be taken advantage of.

“But I don’t necessarily think it’s a bad thing that we put tariffs on some of these countries, especially China, who

Clean energy jobs not in danger here

Several Democrats in the audience strongly encouraged Lipinski to play a more partisan, confrontational role against Republicans in Congress, as well as against the Trump administration.

One woman compared the current political situation in Washington to a

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Chicago Ridge man’s life is saved by ‘guardian angel’

Environmental organizations have bright outlook even in the Trump age A group of Illinois environmental organizations have indicated that an increase in clean energy and green jobs will become a reality in the state despite a rash of cuts by the Trump administration.

“We are the eyes, ears and voice of the environmental community,” said Colleen Smith, the legislative director of the Illinois Environmental Council, during the Environmental Town Hall meeting held Saturday morning at the Warde Academic Center at the St. Xavier University campus in Chicago.

Members of the council joined the Citizens Utility Board, Sierra Club of Illinois, Illinois Solar Energy Association and Union of Concerned Scientists to inform over 20 residents who attended the town hall meeting that clean energy jobs will become the norm during the next decade.

State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D18th) and state Reps Fran Hurley (D-35th) and Kelly Burke (D-36th) helped to organize the event.

“I want to thank everyone for coming,” Cunningham said, referring to the temperatures in the upper 90s.

“This is an important issue and I’m glad so many people took the time to come out today.”

Rebecca Judd, the advocate for Clean Energy for the Sierra Club of Illinois, said that over 120,000 jobs for Illinois residents have been established in the clean energy sector as of 2016. But as a result of the Future Energy Jobs Acts (FEJA) and its requirements that at least 4,300 megawatts of new solar and wind power have to be built in Illinois by 2030, thousands of more jobs will be created, Judd said.

“This will encourage more businesses and customers to take part and not just large corporate customers,” Judd added.

All the speakers agreed that coal production will diminish even further in Illinois despite President Trump calling for producing more coal in locations such as West Virginia.

J.C. Kibbey is the Midwest outreach and policy advocate for the Climate and Energy programs for

have had a policy of basically doing everything they can to cheat the trade rules and steal our jobs,” he added.

Since taking office in 2005, Lipinski has been a critic of both the Bush and Obama administrations on trade, criticizing deals he said have harmed the U.S.

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Because of the hot weather, lines were short for the petting zoo and pony rides (seen in the background) Saturday at the “Day in the Park” at Yukich Fields in Evergreen Park.

Heat is on at ‘Day in the Park’

By Joe Boyle Everyone who attended the annual “Day in the Park” in Evergreen Park on Saturday was in agreement that the sizzling temperatures made it a challenge.

“It’s a hot day, that’s for sure,” said Lilly Dillon, who works for Sarah’s Pony Trail and Rides that provided a petting zoo and pony rides for the kids. “I mean, it’s not that bad.

I’m only out here for three hours and we have some shade. You just have to stay hydrated.”

The temperatures reached 94 degrees, but according to weather forecasts, the heat index — or “feels like” temperature — was 101 degrees.

Despite the heat, a larger crowd than expected was present on Saturday afternoon.

Kids still were reaching the top of the climbing walls and played in the bounce house. The Evergreen Park Fire Department also allowed for families and their young children to take turns seated behind the steering wheel of one of the engines.

The main difference this summer was that the Day in Park was held at Yukich Fields, 8900 S. Kedzie Ave., instead of Klein Park, which is adjacent to the Evergreen Park Recreation Department, 3450 W. 97th St. The Day in the Park was held at that location for the last 29 years. The venue was changed to Yukich Fields this year due to road construction that is currently taking place around Klein Park.

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Chicago Ridge resident Henry “Hank” Gniadek calls cardiology nurse Krista Ryan, RN, his “guardian angel” for saving his life when he collapsed while exercising at a gym.

“I keep looking behind her to see where her wings are,” joked Gniadek, who was sitting beside Ryan as they recounted the June 14 incident at a news conference last Thursday at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where Ryan works.

“I usually don’t get emotional but there were definitely tears in my eyes,” he added, when asked to describe their first meeting when Ryan stopped in to see him when he was recovering in the hospital.

They were joined at the news conference by Gniadek’s wife, Pam, and interventionist cardiologist Vinay Arora, MD, who inserted a stent to clear two blockages found in one of his coronary arteries following the incident.

Arora explained that Gniadek underwent bypass surgery last year (at Palos Hospital) after being diagnosed with coronary artery disease, but it is not unusual to find subsequent blockages.

“Unfortunately, it is just the nature of the disease,” Arora said.

Gniadek, 66, a retired football coach at Our Lady of the Ridge School, said he was nearly finished with his regular 6 a.m.

routine on a treadmill at the LA Fitness gym in Alsip when he collapsed without warning.

Ryan, who lives in Oak Lawn, just happened to be on a nearby treadmill when he dropped to the floor.

“I thought he had tripped and went over to see if he was OK. I checked for his pulse and didn’t find any. Someone had already yelled to call 911, so I called for the AED. I had just noted where it was the previous week. But it was downstairs and we were upstairs,” said Ryan, referring to the portable automated external defibrillator.

Ryan said that as she began doing CPR, “two gentlemen appeared in front of me, a retired fireman and a student paramedic.

We alternated giving chest compressions.”

“When we got the AED, we gave two shocks and got his pulse back just as the paramedics arrived,” she said.

“I haven’t performed CPR in my job for the past five years. But I think it was muscle memory or a higher power that brought it all back to me,” Ryan said.

“I didn’t realize what was happening until I was in the ambulance. I knew I was in deep trouble when I heard the paramedics saying they had called my wife and she would meet us at the hospital.”.

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A young girl cools off by one of the large portable fans set up at “Day in the Park” at Yukich Fields in Evergreen Park. As temperatures reached 94 degrees with extreme humidity, kids and parents took advantage of the fans and the shade.

However, members of the Evergreen Park Fire Department, which is located next door to Yukich Fields, played a major role at this year’s event. The fire department also took part in grilling Polish sausage and corn. The Evergreen Park Youth Department heated up hot dogs and provided chips, soft drinks and candy for the visitors.

The Evergreen Park Police Department, which is located nearby at 95th and Kedzie, also was on hand to provide sheets of information and See HEAT, Page 9

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Alex Herrera, in his first year as an Evergreen Park police officer, was honored during the Evergreen Park Village Board meeting on June 18. He recently assisted in apprehending an armed robbery suspect.

Herrera was joined by members of his family, including his father, mother, brother, aunt and grandfather.

Senator urges governor to sign synthetic cannabinoid legislation State Sen. Jacqueline Collins (D-16th) is urging Gov. Rauner to sign her legislation adding synthetic cannabinoids to the Controlled Substances Act. The Illinois Department of Public Health on June 25 announced more cases of severe bleeding among individuals using synthetic cannabinoids.

According to the agency, more than 160 people in Illinois have experienced similar symptoms, and four people have died.

“The use of synthetic cannabinoids is a legitimate public

health concern,” Collins said.

“Many young people are using them, and we are hearing reports that some strands contain dangerous ingredients like rat poison. We need to make all forms of this drug illegal so that law enforcement can begin to properly address this epidemic.”

Senate Bill 2341 bans the possession, manufacture and sale of synthetic cannabinoids. It passed both the House and the Senate without opposition and awaits the governor’s signature.

Cars need for Moraine Valley show

Car enthusiasts who have any make or model car to display are invited to participate in the second Annual Moraine Valley Car Show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8 on the campus, 9000 W. College Parkway, Palos Hills.

All proceeds from the car show benefit scholarships for students in the Automotive Technology Program at the college.

Owners of the vehicles can win one of 36 trophies.

First-place and runner-up trophies will be presented for stock and modified cars in each decade beginning with 1940. All cars made prior to 1940 will be judged as one category. Trophies

also will be awarded for Best in Show, People’s Choice, Veteran Owned, and Best Interior, Exterior, Engine, Car, Truck, Antique, and Classic Car. The lot will open at 8 a.m., and the first 100 entrants will receive swag bags. All entrants will receive a dash plaque and one T-shirt. The show also will feature food trucks, music and drawings.

Registration is $15 before Sept.

1 and $20 the day of the show.

More details and registration can be found at morainevalley. edu/carshow or by contacting Patti Friend at (708) 974-5551 or friendp5@morainevalley.edu.

• Terrel Whisby, 23, of the 7200 block of West 107th St. Worth, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 11:25 p.m. June 25 at Southwest Highway and Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for failure to signal when required. He is due in court on July 20.

• Martinas Gircias, 26, of the 13700 block of South Lindsay Drive, Orland Park, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 10:24 p.m. June 27 in the 10800 block of South Ridgeland Avenue.

Police said he was also cited for failure to signal when required.

He is due in court on Aug. 16.

Aggravated speeding

Enrique Jimenez, 19, of the 11200 block of South Lawler Avenue, Alsip, was charged with aggravated speeding following a traffic stop at 12:55 a.m. June 23 in the 11100 block of South Central Avenue. Police said he was also cited for driving without insurance. He is due in court on Aug. 16.

Retail theft

• Courtnie Blakely, 31, of the 3800 block of South Princeton Avenue, Chicago, was charged with retail theft at 7:48 p.m. June 23 at Sears in Chicago Ridge Mall.

Police said she took miscellaneous women’s clothing worth $557. She is due in court on Aug. 16.

• Sylvia Martinez, 54, of the 9900 block of South Kenneth Avenue, Oak Lawn, was charged with retail theft at Kohl’s in Chicago Ridge Mall at 9:24 p.m. June 22.

Police said she allegedly left the store with a bag full of cosmetics, jewelry and a bra worth $219 in total. She is due in court on July 20.

Domestic battery

Nathis Phillips. 21, of the 10800 block of South Wabash Avenue, Chicago, was charged with domestic battery following an incident at a home in the 10200 block of South Harlem Avenue at 7:54 p.m. June 26. Police said they were told than an argument became physical and Phillips pushed the victim. He was held for a bond hearing.

Identity theft

Kenneth Trent Jr. 28, of the 1500 block of East 67th Place, Chicago, was charged with identity theft at 2:41 p.m. June 22 in Chicago Ridge Mall. Police said Trent used a credit card attached to someone else’s bank account to buy merchandise worth $123 at an unspecified store. He was held for a bond hearing.

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Purdy, 35, and Matthew T. Scannell, 32, were charged with possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop at 6:30 p.m. June 23at 93rd Street and Pulaski Road. Police said they were carrying .4 grams of heroin.

They were also cited for possession of drug paraphernalia.

Possession of cannabis

Matthew I. Kuchen, 22, of Evergreen Park, and Connor W. Gibson, 20, of Chicago, were charged with possession of cannabis with intent to deliver after police responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked at 97th Street and Lawndale Avenue at 6:30 p.m. June 25. Police said the two had been sitting in the car for several hours. They said 30.7 grams of cannabis was found in the car, and the men were carrying about $800 in $20 bills. A container of THC oil, the active ingredient in cannabis, was also in the car, along with scales, baggies, a grinder and packaging material. They were also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.

Retail theft

• Lashawn Banner II, 18, of Chicago, and Jireh S. ClarkeMcLeod, 18, of Evergreen Park, were charged with retail theft at 6 p.m. June 24 at Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St. Police said they took an assortment of electronic equipment worth about $100.

• Alicia N. Dean, 39, of North Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Sam’s Club, 9400 S. Western Ave., at 2:30 p.m. June 25.

Police said she took two Bluetooth speakers worth $129.76 in total.

• Frederick D. Ryals, 41, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St., at 4 p.m. June 25. Police said he took two Sony speakers worth $228.

• Freddie E. Holman, 37, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Meijer, 9200 S. Western Ave., at 6 p.m. June 26. Police said he was riding a motorized scooter when he took miscellaneous items worth $212.30. These included two Cubs T-shirts, shoes, cotton candy, grapes and liquor.

• Jannie Moore, 46, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Walmart, 2500 W. 95th St., at 5:30 p.m. last Thursday. Police said she took laundry detergent, toothpaste, socks and lotion valued at $54.59 in total.

Hickory Hills

Suspended license

Pamela L. Lomax, 25, of the 400 block of Bensley Avenue, Calumet City, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 5:56 p.m. June 27 in the 8700 block of West 83rd Street. Police said she was also cited for having an obstructed windshield. She is due in court on July 31.

Criminal damage

Keith J. Ward Jr., 29, of the 7800 block of West 89th Place, was charged with domestic-related criminal damage to property after police were called to a disturbance at his home at 5:30 a.m. last Thursday. Police said he admitted breaking a door jamb by forcefully slamming a bedroom door following an argument with a family member. He was held for a bond hearing.

Underage drinking

Daniel T. Naputy, 19, of the 8100 block of Jonathan Drive, Hickory Hills, was issued a local ordinance citation for underage consumption of alcohol by a mi-

nor at 3:55 a.m. Saturday, at 91st Street and 82nd Avenue. Police said a patrol officer, who knew Naputy from past contacts, found him sitting barefoot in the grass parkway in the 8200 block of West 91st Street. The officer initially simply offered him a ride home, because Naputy admitted drinking and appeared confused and unsteady. The citation was issued when Naputy became belligerent and started making threats against the police, according to reports.

He was taken by ambulance to Palos Hospital because of his high level of intoxication and irrational behavior. Naputy is scheduled to appear at an Aug. 7 hearing.

Oak Lawn

Obstructing ID

Cherkira Ranisha Little, 22, of Chicago, was charged with obstructing identification following a traffic stop at 9:16 p.m. June 25 in the 5500 block of West 87th Street. Police said she was a passenger in the vehicle, and when asked for identification, she provided a false name and showed officers an ID card of someone else. She was also cited for unlawful use of an ID card.

The driver, Demon Moss, 26, of Bolingbrook, was cited for improper lane usage and improper use of a turn signal. Another passenger, Demarius German, 20, of Louisville, Miss., was cited for illegal consumption of alcohol by a minor because two cups of alcohol were found beside him and police said he showed signs of having consumed alcohol. All three are due in court on Aug. 3.

DUI charge

Robert E. Lawler, 59, of Oak Lawn, was charged with driving under the influence of drugs following a traffic stop at 5:56 p.m.

June 26 at 49th Court and Southwest Highway. Police said the front passenger-side wheel on his vehicle was down to the rim, and his vehicle struck curbs and construction barricades before stopping. They said he admitted taking prescription narcotic medication about two hours previously. He was also cited for driving with unsafe equipment, defective windshield, improper lane usage, improper turning and driving in the wrong lane. He is due in court on July 20.

Using cellphone while driving

Riyad Qasrawi, 34, of Burbank, was charged with unlawful use of a cellphone following a traffic stop at 10:26 a.m. June 5 in the 9500 block of Southwest Highway. Police said he was also cited for driving without a valid license, no insurance and obstructing traffic because he was driving 19 mph in a 30-mph zone while typing on his cellphone. He was due in court on June 26.

Drug possession

• Anthony M. DiGangi, 22, of Oak Lawn, was charged with possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop at 10:38 p.m. June 26 in the 4800 block of West 95th Street. Police said 6.5 alprazolam pills were found in the driver’s door compartment, along with 16 grams of cannabis.

He was also cited for possession of cannabis, and possession of drug equipment because a water bong was in the trunk, police said.

He was held for a bond hearing.

• Taher Ismail Atieh, 36, of Frankfort, was charged with possession of a controlled substance following a traffic stop at 4:48

p.m. June 21 at 111th Street and South Kilpatrick Avenue. Police said seven pills containing codeine were found in the car. He was also cited for speeding and failure to signal when required.

He was held for a bond hearing.

Retail theft

Franc D. Williams, 52, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at Walgreens, 4740 W. 95th St., at 8:22 p.m. June 24. Police said he took miscellaneous items including padlocks, air fresheners, box cutters and cellphone chargers worth $291. He allegedly put them in duffel bags, which he pushed in a shopping cart about two blocks to 95th and Kolmar Avenue, where he was stopped.

He was also cited for possession of drug paraphernalia because he was carrying a crack pipe. He is due in court on Aug. 3.

Trespassing charge

David R. Freeze, 54, of Midlothian, was charged with criminal trespassing after police found him asleep on a bench in the Metra train station, 5120 W. Museum Drive, at 4:03 a.m. June 27. He is due in court on Aug. 6.

Palos Hills

Suspended license

• Jerry Warren, 27, of Chicago, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 9:30 a.m. June 25 in the 10300 block of South Harlem Avenue. Police said he was also cited for speeding, failure to use turn signal when required, expired registration and no insurance. He is due in court on July 26.

• Jeffrey Stokes, 31, of Chicago, was charged with driving with a suspended license following a traffic stop at 6 p.m. Saturday in the 8000 block of West 107th Street. Police said he was also cited for driving a motorcycle without safety equipment, violation of license classification, no insurance, and failure to notify the secretary of state of an address change. He is due in court on July 26.

Criminal damage

• Michael Masnica, 18, of Palos Hills, was charged with criminal damage to property at 3 p.m. June 25. Police said he admitted damaging carriage lights in the 11100 block of East Road on June 24.

He is due in court on July 26.

• A wallet was reported stolen from an unlocked vehicle parked in the 8500 block of 101st Terrace at 6 a.m. June 26.

Police responding to a report of criminal damage to property in Cour Caravelle at 10:30 p.m.

F • riday, said they were told that an unknown woman was seen damaging storage lockers in a carport. Nothing appears to have been taken, police said.

Battery offense

Michele Omeara, 54, was charged with battery following an altercation with a neighbor at 6 p.m. June 26. Police said she argued with the neighbor over a parking space, and pushed her, causing food and drink to be spilled on a hallway floor.

Assault charge

Desselen Barden III, 46, of Worth, was charged with assault at 1:30 a.m. last Thursday. Police said he allegedly threatened a former co-worker with a metal rod. They also discovered he was wanted on two arrest warrants and was held for a bond hearing.

Burglary charges

• A burglary in which money was stolen from cash registers and a safe was discovered at Domino’s restaurant, 10402 S. Harlem Ave., at 6 a.m. June 27.

Police said they found the front glass door smashed and a boulder on the floor inside.

• A Cour LaSalle resident reported a burglary at 6 p.m. June 27. The resident said the front door had been left open and a wallet and jewelry were missing.

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Hickory Hills Mayor Mike Howley (second from right in back row) is joined by Ald. Brian Fonte (3rd) in honoring Girl Scout Troop 55410 for their many charitable accomplishments this past year. Howley presented the members with Hickory Hills City Pins to recognize them for their efforts.

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Mayor ‘amazed’ by girl scout troop’s many accomplisments

By Sharon L. Filkins Hickory Hills Mayor Mike Howley said he was amazed at the honors garnered by members of the local Girl Scout Troop 55410.

“I am absolutely blown away by what these girls have accomplished,” said Howley during last week’s Hickory Hills City Council meeting.

Eight Girl Scouts, ages 10 and 11, from the troop were recently awarded the Girl Scout Bronze Award, which is the highest honor a Girl Scout Junior can receive.

“I am amazed that you were able to complete all these projects while keeping up with your homework, and school activities such as music and sports,” said Howley to the members of the troop. “The City of Hickory Hills is pleased and very proud to honor you tonight.”

The eight girls who have worked together for three years are Kathryn DuMoulin, Kalleigh Miskovic, Kendel Richards, Allegra Benda, Gianna Benda, Lucia Rosales and Samantha Reynolds, all of Hickory Hills; Bridget Berry, from Palos Hills; and Angel Bixby, from Brookfield.

Projects completed by working toward the Bronze Award included a multi-step community service project to help the homeless and less fortunate in the area.

The girls worked to fund their projects by selling Girl Scout cookies at various events throughout the community. In their first project, they assembled Easter baskets for Elsie’s Food Pantry in Palos Hills and also made Easter cards to go

with each basket. The baskets were distributed to the children of the clients who visit the pantry.

In another major project the Scouts worked to help at the BEDS shelter located at Sacred Heart Church in Palos Hills. They went shopping with a specific budget to purchase much needed toiletries, underwear and socks for the shelter’s guests.

In April, they spent one evening at the shelter, preparing 50 beds for overnight guests, assisted with the dining area preparations, and stocked the shelter’s closet bins with the personal items they had purchased.

As Howley recognized the Scouts in front of the council, he presented each one with a City of Hickory Hills pin for them to add to the many badges on their awards vest.

In other action, the council approved a payment of $52,021 to Austin Tyler Construction for work on the 87th Avenue Storm Sewer Improvements.

Village Engineer Mike Spolar also announced that Hickory Hills was one of 12 communities selected from 59 entries to receive free assistance in engineering projects on roadways from the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning (CMAP). Spolar said he had submitted a request to CMAP in January.

Also approved were business licenses for Crispy Bites at 8033 W. 87th St. (former site of Lord of the Wings); Sal’s Philly Steak at 8609 W. 95th St. (former site of Kenootz Pizza); and Elite Laser, relocating to 8063 W. 95th St. They specialize in hair removal, skin care, microblading and eyelash extensions.

Mercy Circle plans open house and tours An open house is planned from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 29 for the senior living community at Mercy Circle, 3659 W. 99th St., Chicago.

Visitors will be given an opportunity to tour the campus and will see the main floor dining room, bistro, exercise room, boutique salon, library and the chapel where Mass is offered six days a week.

Guests will also tour the gardens and courtyard at the campus. The facility is a faith-based senior living community and can also be a short-term stay rehabilitation center.

Marge Everett, the senior living advisor at Mercy Circle, and other staff members will conduct the tours, answer questions, and will explain the services of care available.

Complimentary parking is available by entering Mercy Circle’s lot from 99th Street.

“The attractiveness of our campus with its spacious, independent and assisted living apartments, is obvious,” Everett said. “But what really sets Mercy Circle apart from other communities is the less tangible, but vital, support system at the core of how our residents and staff interact.

We are proud to be involved with each other, our community and our neighborhood.”

“At Mercy Circle we offer top quality healthcare and support services,” Everett added. “but we believe it is the heart and soul of our mission to provide the perfect blend of independence and engagement for each individual according to his or her needs and desires.”

“Becoming a resident of Mercy Circle is so much more than splendid surroundings and high-quality amenities,” Everett explains. “We pride ourselves on excellent service and superior healthcare, but

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Mercy Circle Senior Living Advisor Marge Everett, along with key staff members, will host an open house from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, July 29 at Mercy Circle.

we are more like family. Mercy Circle is home to all of us.”

About Mercy Circle Welcoming older adults from all walks of life, Mercy Circle is a continuing care retirement community on the southwest side of Chicago near the Village of Evergreen Park. The not-for-profit has a no-entrance-fee policy and a five-star CMS rating.

Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy West Midwest, it is the only faith-based retirement community in the area. Mercy Circle offers spacious residences at all levels of care, along with thoughtful amenities, life enrichment programs and social and friendship opportunities.

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AERO Special Education Cooperative announced last week it had reached an agreement in principle to purchase the former Queen of Peace High School in Burbank for $3.25 million.

Picone Advisory Group aided the Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters in the negotiations for the 13-acre campus at 7659 S. Linder Ave. in Burbank.

The Queen of Peace site includes two buildings, a parking lot and athletic fields, and green space.

AERO was formed in 1963 to provide special education services for students with physical and intellectual disabilities from 11 public school districts in the southwest suburbs including Argo, Evergreen Park, Reavis and Oak Lawn high schools along with seven of their feeder elementary districts.

These services are provided in both public and private schools throughout portions of Stickney, Worth, and Lyons townships.

AERO, a legal entity under the School Code of Illinois, is governed by a board comprised of one board of education member from each of the 11 districts in the cooperative. AERO is funded through a combination of local school district funds, state and federal grants, and state reimbursement.

AERO owns a building in Burbank and leases a school building and classrooms from member

“We are discussing all options on how well it fits the needs of special ed students,” he said. “It was a general high school. We have to see how that works for our special-need students.”

Summit School District 104 also is a member of the co-op. Supt.

Troy Whelan said the deal was “potentially good for the co-op.”

“It will provide some options for the co-op. It will provide a permanent place for the students.”

Co-op executive director James Gunnell did not return a call seeking comment.

The Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters opened Queen of Peace High School in 1962 and closed it at the completion of the 2017 school year. The Catholic, all-girl, college preparatory school educated more than 15,000 women over 55 years.

Many of the Queen of Peace students transferred to neighboring St. Laurence High School, which agreed to go co-ed after the girl’s school announced it was closing last year.

Other member elementary districts include Willow Springs District 108, Central Stickney District 110, Burbank District 111, Ridgeland District 122, and Evergreen Park District 124.

Lipinski pushes for ‘scientific integrity’ Cong. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd) and over 100 of his colleagues sent a bipartisan letter to Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt recently urging him to withdraw a recently proposed “transparency rule” that would limit scientific research available to EPA policy makers as they draft regulations.

“We support transparency and scientific integrity,” Lipinski and the other lawmakers stated in the letter. “However, the proposed rule will limit transparency and undermine the scientific integrity of the EPA’s rulemaking process. It would also implement an opaque process allowing the EPA to selectively suppress scientific evidence without accountability and, in the process, undermine bedrock environmental laws.”

Nearly 1,000 scientists and many leading scientific organizations have opposed the proposed rule since it was issued in late April. The letter was signed by 103 House members, and led by Representatives Lipinski, Diana DeGette (D-Colo.), Paul Tonko (D-N.Y.) and Don Beyer (D-Va.).

The proposed rule requires that data underlying EPA’s regulatory actions be made publicly available to allow for independent validation. Such a standard could exclude studies that utilize confidential industry and health data that are vital to understanding the nature of chemical pollutants, the impacts of pollution, and the most effective ways to protect the environment and public health.

“The proposed rule appears to be targeted at excluding important public health studies, while privileging industry-sponsored research,” said Lipinski and his peers in the letter. “It also fails to adequately consider the costs of implementation and the potential privacy implications. Finally, the discretion it gives the Administrator to grant case-by-case exemptions completely undermines the stated goal of transparency.”

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AERO said in a news release that the purchase will give the co-op the option to centralize its operations in educating hundreds of students from pre-K through 12th grade as well as young adults through age 22.

AERO said the purchase of the Queen of Peace property will allow the co-op to enhance the services that it delivers to the most vulnerable students in its communities.

Indian Springs School District 109 Supt. Blair Nuccio, who has been on the co-op’s executive board since 1999, said the deal was “absolutely great for the coop. They could have sold it to anybody.”

“Every year, we are always looking for new space,” he said. “We’re always looking for new options, more room. Co-op enrollment keeps climbing. This definitely helps with that. I’m very excited about this.”

He cautioned, however, that the deal is not yet finalized.

“We are still trying to nail down the details.”

He also said there was no clear timetable on when the school might be ready to take in special ed students.

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Reptiles of all shapes and sizes visit Oak Lawn Library

A large crowd of youngsters and their parents were interested guests as JG’s Reptile Reptile Road Show rolled into the Oak Lawn Library on June 27.

Jim Galeno operates JG’s Reptile Road Show.

He visited the library and brought along a wide

assortment of mostly reptiles of all shapes and sizes. Kids were entertained and learned about a bearded dragon lizard, a black throat monitor, a tarantula, a baby alligator and a 15-foot Burmese python named “Shadow.”

Youngsters were allowed to touch some of

the reptiles under Galeno’s supervision. And in several instances, some the snakes were allowed to sit on the heads of the youngsters.

The main highlight was Shadow, who weighs over 210 pounds. Children were allowed to pet the massive reptile. A group of parents

volunteered to hold up Shadow to the delight of the crowd.

Galeno has been doing the reptile road show for several years. He also worked for seven years at Brookfield Zoo.

Left: Several youngsters pet a 15-foot Burmese python during a presentation on reptiles that took place on June 27 at the Oak Lawn Library. Above: Jim Galeno, who operates JG’s Reptile Reptile Road Show, brings out a black throat monitor for the crowd to observe.

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A snake has found a comfortable place on this boy’s head as Jim Galeno, of JG’s Reptile Road Show, looks on.

Youngsters interacted with some of the reptiles during the presentation.

Jim Galeno, who operates JG’s Reptile Road Show, allows a youngster to pet a baby alligator during the June 27 presentation at the Oak Lawn Library.

MVCC communications professor wins national pop culture award

Moraine Valley Community College professor of Communications/Literature Carey Millsap-Spears has long been influenced by gothic and science fiction.

Her love of the genres helped her earn Best Faculty or Independent Scholar in Science Fiction and Fantasy from the Popular Culture Association (PCA).

Her paper, “Sometimes, You Need to Roll the Hard Six: Posthumanism and Female Gothic Science Fiction in ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘Battlestar Galactica,’” earned the honor at the PCA national conference in March and was set to be published in “Aeternum: The Journal of Contemporary Gothic Studies.”

With this honor, she also was awarded a spot at the PCA summer institute at Bowling Green State University, which she attended June 3 through June 8. While there, she researched the Queer Gothic in FOX’s “Gotham” TV show through the character Barbara Kean for future presentation and publication.

“I’m thrilled at this honor. I enjoyed my time at the summer institute and met colleagues from all over the country interested in popular culture

and research and how to bring that all into the classroom,” she said. “It was so important to me to see and meet others who understand the value of this work and how important it is to students.

They understand popular culture on one level; showing how it is deeper and more significant is a great journey.”

Previously, Millsap-Spears has presented at the PCA regional and national conferences, blogged for the International Gothic Association and has had a number of her pieces published and awarded over the years.

Millsap-Spears began working with the gothic genre as an undergrad student at Purdue University.

Because gothic and science fiction impacted her life, she has dedicated her scholarly work to how these genres play out in popular culture.

“I use popular culture in all my classes — from music videos, TV shows, films, documentary films, Internet memes, and comics. Popular culture is a gateway to the larger issues we sometimes look for in more complicated texts,” she said.

Moraine Valley summer concerts showcase wide variety of music The sounds of summer will include plenty of music at Moraine Valley Community College, 9000 W. College Parkway, in Palos Hills.

The Chorale and Chamber Sing-

ers will perform this year’s Patriotic Concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 23 in the Dorothy Menker Theater. Led by Nick Thomas, the Chorale is comprised of more than

75 community members and the Chamber Singers features Moraine Valley students. Tickets are $15 and $12 for seniors and students.

The Jazz Ensemble presents its Swingin’ Summer Jazz Concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 27 in the Dorothy Menker Theater, inside the Fine and Performing Arts Center. The concert is free and under the direction of Douglass Bratt, features the 18-member jazz big band comprised of adult community members, college students and advanced high school students.

Celebrating with its Summer Concert, the Percussion Ensemble, under the direction of Bratt, performs at 7:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 31 in the Menker Theater. The ensemble features adult community members, college students and advanced high school students who explore music genres that range from ragtime, popular and classical, to Caribbean, Latin and jazz. The free concert will be held in the Dorothy Menker Theater.

For more information and tickets, call the box office at (708) 974-5000 or visit morainevalley. edu/fpac.

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News and events from our archives • 50 years ago

Oak Lawn resident leads drive for new gun control group From the July 4, 1968 issue:

The story: Oak Lawn resident Thomas Holstein is leading a recruiting drive for a new gun control group that is being formed in the village.

A worker for the late Sen. Robert F. Kennedy, Holstein said that the group will be called the Illinois Citizens for Proper Gun Control, and it will be affiliated with the National Council for a Responsible Fire Alarms Policy, a Washington, D.C. based organization. Despite a low number of workers, Holstein is managing to move on the firearms issue. He is filing petitions that endorses a ban on mail orders of firearms, the restrictions of the sale of firearms without a permit, and the registration of firearms. One copy of the petitions will be sent to Sen. Everett Dirksen.

The quote: “I’ve been interested in tougher gun control laws for some time,” Holstein said.

“But it was the assassination of Sen. Kennedy that was the motivating factor behind the drive in organizing a group to work for gun legislation.”

• 25 years ago

Court appeal allows Oak Lawn homeless shelter to remain open From the July 1, 1993 issue:

The story: An Oak Lawn pastor’s homeless shelter can remain open at full capacity pending the outcome of his appeal of a lower court order to close it down, a state appeals court ruled last week.

In a legal victory for Pastor Russ LaRaviere, the state appellate court granted the motion to stay the execution of Circuit Court Associate Judge Donna Cervini’s decision in April and ordering him to close the homeless shelter, pending their decision in his appeal of her ruling that could take as long as a year. Although he had beds for 12 people in his Strike Two Center, LaRaviere has kept the number of people living there to a minimum since he was charged by the village for zoning violations last year.

The quote: “It’s the first break we got in a year,” LaRaviere said. “I can run normal again and help people where I can.”

• 10 years ago

Palos Hills seeks funding for development study From the July 3, 2008 issue:

The story: Palos Hills is attempting to obtain money for a study that local officials believe would help them develop important retail areas in the city.

The consumer analysis survey, which would cost an estimated $55,000, would provide the city with a better idea of where residents are shopping and what they are buying, Ald. William Hansen (3rd) told the City Council at a recent meeting. The results of the surveys would then help the city better develop future economic strategies. Burton would be the company that would conduct the study.

The quote: “We’ve been happy,” said Palos Hills Mayor Gerald Bennett. “Over the last few years, we’ve seen our sales tax go up substantially. We’ve had 20 to 25 percent increase.”

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The clue for this week’s Whatizit (above) is: Kedvale building.

We had several readers respond with the correct answer to last week’s photo quiz. We would have accepted the Evergreen Park Village Hall or Evergreen Park Administration Building at 9418 S. Kedzie Ave. We would have also been fine with the Evergreen Park Village marquee, which was the focus of the photo.

Evergreen Park resident Rich Rahn said it was the sign by the Evergreen Park Village Hall, an acceptable answer. He also mentioned that in the background is Babbe and Sons lawnmower repair, which has been located in the village for many years.

Also answering correctly were Ron Wagenhofer, of Palos Park; Vince Vizza, of Evergreen Park; and Steve Rosenbaum, of Oak Lawn. They all mentioned that it was either the sign, administration building or village hall.

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Retiring Sandburg High School Principal Deb Baker holds flowers and poses for a last photo with the District 230 board at the meeting last Thursday. With her (from left) are secretary Susan Dalton, Denis Ryan, Tony Serratore, Superintendent James Gay, president Rick Nogal, vicepresident Melissa Gracias, and Kate Murphy-Peterson.

Dist. 230 meets its goals and sets new ones for year ahead

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The District 230 school board has set a long list of goals for the 2018-19 school year.

But before Superintendent Dr. James Gay asked the board to approve the new School Improvement Plan for Fiscal Year 2019 at the meeting last Thursday, he took time to review all that was accomplished over the past year.

This was the last board meeting until Aug. 23.

Gay noted that the new School Improvement Plan was compiled from suggestions made at a special goal-setting meeting on June 5 attended by board members, administrators from the three high schools — Stagg, Sandburg and Andrew — as well as representatives of the teachers and education support professionals.

“We never really get a chance to sit around and dream the dreams.

Thank you for letting us be a part of that. It was an important dialog,” said Michelle Etchason, English teacher at Sandburg High School

and the liaison between the Teachers Association and the board.

“They want us to work together,” added Etchason afterward.

“My colleagues in other districts don’t have that type of relationship with their boards.”

Among the highlights from the last school year, Gay cited the completion of the Chromebook project, in which laptop computers were provided for the entire student body ahead of schedule.

He said that enrollment in Advanced Placement and honors classes rose to 53 percent districtwide, and basic level enrollment decreased. It is down 18 percent over the past seven years. The number of D and F grades also dropped again, down to 2 percent districtwide, and the graduation rate remained high at 92 percent.

“We’re very proud of that.

Students are getting stretched a little further. They are getting the intervention they need and they are succeeding,” Gay said.

The goals set for the coming year include improving those

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The Moraine Valley Community College Foundation will host its 37th annual golf outing Tuesday, Sept. 11 at Ruffled Feathers Golf Club, 1 Pete Dye Drive, in Lemont.

The outing supports student scholarships and college programs.

Tickets are $185 per golfer, which includes golf, breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beverages on the course. Registration opens at 7 a.m., with tee offs starting at 8:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Guests may get in some practice on the driving range, which will be open for unlimited use that morning prior to the start of the outing.

“We’re excited to return to Ruffled Feathers. It was the perfect venue for our outing last year, and we expect it to be another successful outing this year. We’re very appreciative of our sponsors and golfers. Their generosity and support helps us provide muchneeded financial assistance for our students,” said Kristy McGreal, executive director of the Foundation.

Golf outing proceeds to date have provided more than $525,000 for student scholarships, financial assistance and college programs.

For more information about the outing, sponsorship opportunities or to purchase tickets, contact McGreal at (708) 974-5335 or mcgT: 2.0625 in realc2@morainevalley.edu.

numbers even more, and “reviewing and ensuring academic opportunities for all students,” specifically those in special education and English as a second language programs.

Implementing a new website that will be “mobile-friendly” for people using smartphones is among the many goals set for the year ahead as well.

“We have accomplished everything we wanted to do and we are still one of the most fiscally sound districts in the state,” said Gay, citing the passage of a balanced budget for the 15th straight year, and the ratification of “fair contracts’ with the education support professionals and food service staff.

“As far as I know, we are the only district in the state that goes through this comprehensive goalsetting process,” said Rick Nogal, the board president. “We don’t rest on our laurels, we identified close to 100 things to work on for next year.”

“When you look at what we did last year, you might think: What

else more can we do? But we continue to improve because we are always willing to keep doing more, and trying to be better,” said board member Tony Serratore.

Board secretary Susan Dalton said she was happy to see that some of the ideas or suggestions discussed at the workshop, rather than just concrete goals, were included in the final plan.

“Ideas and suggestions were important as well,” she said.

“This is a living document,” said Gay, asserting that improvement plan will be reviewed and updated regularly.

He said the 25-year-plan for maintaining district buildings that was drawn up by facilities director Bob Hughes as part of the improvement plans “will be a great tool” for future boards.

“I am very proud of the process, proud of the board’s willingness to be inclusive, and I am looking forward to bringing this document to the principals. Because my goals are their goals,” said Gay.

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political action committee run by top officials of Operating Engineers Local 150 reported a $255,000 contribution last week from a “dark money” organization controlled by the same Local 150 honchos.

Fight Back for a Better Tomorrow PAC and its money-raising Fight Back Fund spent $900,000 during the Democratic primary to oppose Rep. Scott Drury’s bid for attorney general. The groups also spent $685,000 to oppose former Gov. Pat Quinn’s AG run. Both expenditures were ultimately designed to help Sen. Kwame Raoul (D-Chicago) win the attorney general primary, which he did.

The PAC then filed paperwork to show it had Rich purchased TV ads designed to help Sen. Raoul Miller fend off Republican nominee Erika Harold during the general election. As before, these will be independent expenditures that aren’t coordinated with the Raoul campaign.

The ads won’t begin right away. Instead, the group is reportedly reserving advertising time for later this year. The quartermillion is essentially a down payment on that reservation.

So, how does this race look right now? As I’ve already told you, a recent Capitol Fax/We Ask America poll had Sen. Kwame Raoul leading Erika Harold by nine points, 44-35 with 21 percent undecided. My pollster viewed those results as a sort of generic party matchup. But, let’s take a look at some of the crosstabs today.

Besides her fellow Republican Party members, Ms. Harold led in just a few demographics.

For instance, senior citizens 65 and up preferred Harold over Sen. Raoul 42-38, with 21 percent undecided. Downstaters backed her over Raoul 43-33. Suburban collar county voters narrowly supporter her 42-40. The poll found that Gov. Bruce Rauner led in those demographics with 2 points among seniors and 3 points with Downstaters, but he trailed Democrat J.B. Pritzker in the collars by 5 points.

The African-American Raoul led the African-American Harold among whites by a point, 40-39 (Pritzker led Rauner by 2 among whites). Raoul led Harold with black voters by 53 points, 69-16 (Pritzker’s margin was 50 points).

Some 81 percent of Republicans supported Harold, while 13 percent were undecided and 6 percent said they backed Raoul.

Seventy-nine percent of Democrats backed Raoul, while 16 percent were undecided and 5 percent backed the Republican Harold. So, the hidden “slack” in the partisan results would seem to show that Raoul will benefit a bit more.

Among independent and third-party voters, Raoul led by 13 points, 38-25, with 37 percent undecided (Pritzker led Rauner by 6 with this group).

Mr. Raoul led Ms. Harold by 2 among male voters, 42-40 (Pritzker led by 6). He led her by 15 points among women, 4631 (Pritzker led Rauner by 13).

Chicago resident Raoul led by 57 points in the city, 69-12 (Pritzker led by 40). Raoul led Harold in suburban Cook County by 15, 45-30 (Pritzker led by 9).

Raoul had a 30-point lead among union households, 56-26 (Pritzker led by 33), and held a 3-point, 42-39 lead among nonunion households (Pritzker also led by 3).

Raoul also led among voters aged 18-34 by 21 points, 50-29 (Pritzker led by 19). Raoul’s lead among voters aged 35-49 was 19 points, 48-29 (Pritzker also led by 19). Raoul led by 5 points with those aged 50-64, 43-38 (Pritzker led by 6).

Keep in mind that this poll was taken June 9-11. That’s before President Trump’s numbers precipitously declined during the immigrant family separation crisis at the southern border. The worse he does, the worse his party’s candidates will likely do come November. But then, politics being politics, the president could also do something to help himself before November. The poll of 600 likely voters had a margin of error of +/-3.99 percent.

If Raoul avoids any major controversies, runs a decent campaign and raises enough money to compete, it sure looks like this race is his to lose. But, as always, this is politics. Stuff can change in a hurry.

It should also be interesting to see if the Republicans open up a significant “dark money” spigot to help Ms. Harold. The Republican Attorneys General Association created the Illinois Freedom Fund independent expenditure committee in late March specifically to help Harold, but that group has not yet reported any contributions as of this writing.

Raoul ended March with just under $100,000 in his own campaign bank account and has reported raising about $357K since then. Harold reported having $92K in the bank at the end of March and has reported $208K in contributions since then.

Rich Miller also publishes Capitol Fax, a daily political newsletter, and CapitolFax.com.

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At the Supreme Court, a day of infamy for religious freedom

By Charles C. Haynes

June 26, 2018 will be long remembered as a day of infamy for religious freedom in America. On that date, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld President Donald Trump’s order restricting entry into the United States for nationals of seven countries, five of which have majority Muslim populations.

The 5-4 decision in Trump v. Hawaii is nothing less than a proclamation that hostility toward Islam and discrimination against Muslims is now the official policy of the United States of America.

If this sounds too harsh, consider that earlier this term this same Court invalidated a ruling of the Colorado Civil Rights Commission because of perceived hostility by two commissioners toward the Christian faith of a Colorado baker (Masterpiece Cakeshop v.

Colorado Civil Rights Commission).

Just weeks later, the Court tells us that overwhelming evidence of government hostility toward Muslims and Islam should be ignored in the name of protecting “national security” and upholding presidential powers.

In other words, hostility by the government towards Christians is a violation of the First Amendment, but hostility by the government towards Muslims is not.

Granted, the Trump administration did everything possible to make Presidential Proclamation No. 9645 palatable to the justices by cleaning up some of the more egregious flaws of the first two versions that were soundly rejected by lower courts. But the core purpose of the ban was never “national security,” but rather a ham-handed, transparent effort by Trump to fulfill his campaign promise to implement a “total and complete shutdown of Muslims entering the United States.”

If Trump was really focused on national security, his administration would have addressed any “inadequacies and risks” in the vetting system long before now. Instead, the administration has continued to push for a ban — any ban — so the president could

declare victory. It matters not to Trump and his advisors that the current Muslim ban adversely affects millions of people, including countless families and individuals, many of whom are American citizens.

“National security” is the fig leaf Trump has used to implement his anti-Muslim policy. Everyone with ears to hear the president’s anti-Muslim rhetoric knows that this is true. In an administration filled with people who have a history of animus toward Islam – starting with National Security Advisor John Bolton – this is not surprising.

What is astounding is that five Supreme Court justices have decided to ignore the overwhelming evidence of Trump’s intention to discriminate against Islam and Muslims.

Let’s be very clear: under the First Amendment, the president of the United States may not favor one religion over another. As Justice Sotomayor explains in the opening lines of her blistering dissent: “The United States of America is a Nation built upon the promise of religious liberty.

Our Founders honored that core promise by embedding the principle of religious neutrality in the First Amendment. The Court’s decision today fails to safeguard that fundamental principle.”

What remains of religious freedom in America – especially for religious minorities – if the government supported by the Supreme Court can “sanction a discriminatory policy motivated by animosity toward a disfavored group, all in the name of a superficial claim of national security,” to quote Justice Sotomayor?

Surely this is the Dred Scott decision of First Amendment law. And like that decision, we can only hope that Trump v.

Hawaii will one day be overturned and discarded on the dustbin of history where it so justly belongs.

Charles C. Haynes is founding director of the Religious Freedom Center. Contact him via email at chaynes@freedomforum.org, or follow him on Twitter at @cchaynes3.

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Crisis Center applauds efforts of ‘neighbors’ in Worth The Worth community and the Crisis Center for South Suburbia have been partners for many years, but never was it more evident or appreciated than at the recent Kick-off to Summer fundraising event at Water’s Edge Golf Club on June 10.

From the never-ending support of Mayor Mary Werner, to the amazing and accommodating staff from Water’s Edge Golf Club and the Park District, to the generous residents of Worth, I witnessed a partnership that is second to none. Thank

you to all who supported this event, the Crisis Center and victims of domestic violence.

The Crisis Center is proud that Worth is the home to our Neat Repeats resale shop on 111th just west of Ridgeland Avenue. We couldn’t ask for better neighbors or a more committed community.

— Pamela A. Kostecki, executive director, Crisis Center for South Suburbia

Cook County Clerk: Supreme Court decision tramples rights of workers

Last week’s ruling by the Supreme Court is a shameful attack on workers that will make it even more difficult for many Americans to climb into the middle class. It is chilling that the justices in the majority are hiding behind the First Amendment to do so.

Wealthy corporations interested only in their profit margins have the financial and political power to lobby for their interests.

Unions have provided critically needed advocacy to make sure workers are paid decently, treated fairly, have access to healthcare and retire in dignity.

As the Chicago Sun-Times wrote, “In a country where workers’ wages have remained largely flat for more than three decades, even as company shareholder dividends and executive paychecks have

soared, collective bargaining by organized labor remains one of the few checks on dangerously growing income inequality.”

Fair share contributions ensure that workers who benefit from collective bargaining — through higher wages, benefits and retirement — contribute to that representation.

This is essentially the same Supreme Court that also ruled corporations are people and are free to express themselves with unlimited political campaign contributions. At every turn, the conservative justices of the Supreme Court have unleashed the power of money and special interests to shape public policy, while effectively and brazenly silencing the voice of ordinary Americans and workers.

— Cook County Clerk David Orr

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henever someone outside of public office wants to give themselves some free publicity, they always turn to the issue of “term limits.”

Term limits are a concept that would limit an elected official to serve usually only two terms in their office. After that, they would be pushed out or would have to run for another office.

But Illinois voters already have a “term limit” option, one that they control, not the candidates who can’t seem to win office against popular incumbents or has-beens who have been pushed out because of poor performance.

It’s called “The Voters.”

The voters ARE the term limits.

They decide who gets elected and who doesn’t. It’s not the fault of a successful candidate for office that his or her opponent has lost. It is the fault of the losing candidate that they failed to convince enough voters to elect them to office.

But losers want a fast-track to get into office and they think that if they can’t beat a popular incumbent, one loved enough by the voters to win more than 50 percent of their votes, then they hope they can use term limits as a cheap way to push them out, so they can get back in.

Gov. Bruce Rauner, who has found himself in a difficult political fight with Illinois’ Democrats, has turned to term limits as a means of eliminating his arch enemies from office. His main target is House Speaker Michael J. Madigan.

Madigan has been in office for a long time, but is politics and a successful elected official any different than a successful businessman or woman who has created a product that the public loves? I don’t think so. I think a politician who continues to get elected and re-elected over the years has done their job, winning the support of the majority of voters who go to the polls and cast their votes.

Why would we give that power to some loser who can’t win office as a cheap way for them to get in?

The idea of term limits sounds great to some, usually the voters who cast their votes for the candidates who lose. But losing means that candidates who lose need to work harder to win more votes. And not every losing candidate wants to do that.

We certainly have financial problems in Illinois, problems that go back decades and despite the political rhetoric fall on the shoulders not only of the Democrats who currently are in power, but on the shoulders of the Republicans, too.

But term limits wouldn’t eliminate our problems. They would make them worse. Instead of having experienced leaders who win the majority support from voters to stay in office, we would have losers whose only strategy to getting elected is to remove their more popular and successful rivals.

I don’t want to be led by losers who can’t seem to win office.

I may not always agree with or support the people who win elected office in this country. But there is something to be said about empowering each and every individual who is qualified to vote, to actually go out and vote.

Losing isn’t about the candidate personally. It is about what the candidate does or does not do. A winning candidate has to convince the majority of voters — and they are all good Americans — to support their candidacy.

That’s more than enough. If someone loses, it’s because they just couldn’t get the votes.

Let’s not undermine the ability of voters to decide who should and who should not represent them in local, county or statewide offices.

I may not like a candidate. But I won’t surrender my right to help decide an election by creating a fast track for failed candidates to give themselves an advantage they can’t create for themselves through hard work, creative ideas and leadership.

Ray Hanania is an award-winning columnist and former Chicago City Hall reporter. Contact him at his personal website at www.Hanania. com or by emailing him at rghanania@gmail.com.

Thursday, July 5, 2018

The Reporter

PLOWS Council on aging to visit Palos Farmers Market PLOWS Council on Aging, located in Palos Heights, will be a guest of the Palos Heights Farmers Market, 12217 S. Harlem Ave., on Wednesday, July 11.

Representatives of PLOWS will be accepting applications for Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Coupon booklets. The booklets are available for low income seniors, age 60 and above, on a first come basis. Residents should bring proof of identification. Each booklet contains $25 in coupons, which can be redeemed at farm vendors eligible to accept the coupons.

All Palos Heights Farmers Market farmers are eligible to accept the coupons. The coupons can be redeemed from July-October of this year only. PLOWS will be in the City Tent.

The Community Tents will feature the Palos Heights Recreation Department, and Rita Schultz’s Day Dreamer Jewelry. The Recreation Department will be hosting a pool pass giveaway raffle. The raffle prize will include two beach towels and four pool passes.

Melissa Zolk and Ce Bergin were winners of the June 27 Recreation Department raffles. Rita will be showcasing her beautiful “Day Dreamer” jewelry. Rita has hand crafted earrings, bracelets and necklaces all inspired by nature. Many new creations will be available.

The Palos Heights Fire Department Trucks will also be on hand starting at 10 a.m. Visitors can meet the firefighters and see the big rigs.

Summer is in full bloom at our farm stands. The produce is

abundant and more varieties of fruits and vegetables are coming in every week. The market’s Facebook page will showcase all available produce at the start of the market day: www.Facebook.com/ PalosHeightsFarmersMarket.

Stop in early for best selection.

In addition to the farm fresh produce, many other food products are available every week.

They include breads, and multiple types of bakery items, pies and noodles, cheeses, eggs, butter, jams and jellies, local honey and maple syrup, olive oils and vinegars, beef, pork and chicken, salsas, pasta and barbecue sauces and Italian peppers, three different varieties of ready to eat tamales, pizza and pizza products, ready to bake pizza, pesto, and organic and vegan frozen vegetable patties, soups, desserts, iced tea and packaged teas are in the market every week.

The vendors also have perennial and annual plants, herbs and fresh cut flowers. Get ready for summer barbecues and parties with products from the Pampered Chef. Naturally scented olive oil soaps and other personal care products are also available.

Crystle Wilcox was the winner of the June frequent shopper cards raffle. She will receive a $5 Palos Heights Farmers Market gift certificate All returned frequent shopper cards are entered into monthly, and market end raffles.

Make sure to stop by the City Tent to pick up and have your card endorsed. Patrons will earn double credit on their frequent shopper cards for all canned and fresh food donations. Canned donations

World War I exhibit continues at the Oak Lawn Library

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The Palos Heights Fire Department will visit the Palos Heights Farmers Market on Wednesday, July 11.

are given to Palos United Methodist Church, 12101 S Harlem Ave., Palos Heights. Fresh food donations are given to Operation Blessing in Alsip. All completed frequent shopper cards will be entered into a Market gift certificate raffle every month.

LINK cards are accepted at the Palos market. Stop by the City Tent to start the process. “Palos Bucks” Double Value Matching dollars of up to $15 will be offered weekly.

Pick up this week’s recipe, “Mediterranean Pasta Salad,” at the City Tent. This year’s recipes are courtesy of Palos Health Dieticians. The recipe will also be attached to our weekly email, Facebook page, City webpage (www.palosheights.org).

Raffle tickets for this year’s Car Classic Event will be available at every market. The Car Classic Event will be held from 5 to 9

p.m. Thursday July 19. This is the 15th anniversary, and will feature hundreds of classic cars, a live band, and food and beverages. More information about the Car Classic event can be found at www.palosheights.org/events/ carclassic. Volunteers are needed!

Email carclassic@palosheights. org for more information.

The market would like to acknowledge and thank this year’s Market sponsors. They include Palos Health, CIBC Bank Palos Heights Mayor Bob Straz, CNB Bank and Trust, United Trust Bank, Running for Kicks, Golden Shoes and Camille’s Confections.

Additional information about the market can be obtained at www.palosheights.org, by emailing farmersmarket@palosheights. org, calling (708) 361-1800, or visiting the Palos Heights Farmers Market page on Facebook.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR CHICAGO RIDGE Seeking ‘Little Chefs’ for cooking classes

Te next Little Chef Cooking class sessions will be held for children ages 4 to 6 from 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, July 11 to July 25, at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St., Chicago Ridge.

Children will have an opportunity to make a new recipe, along with working on a coloring sheet or activity to go with it. Participants should dress appropriately because it could be messy. The registration fee is $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900.

Free Play Mondays to be held at Freedom Activity Center

The Chicago Ridge Park District will offer Free Play Mondays through the summer at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 S. Birmingham St. Children ages 4 to 6 can play from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.; ages 7 to 9 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; and ages 10 to 14 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Sessions will continue through Aug. 13. Kids will engage in games such as tag, freezeball, Saturn ball, rock climbing and kickball. The focus will be on kids running around and burning off energy. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900 or visit www.chicagoridgeparks.com.

Chicago Ridge Park District hosts Experience the Parks 5K Run/Walks

The Chicago Ridge Park District will be hosting an Experience the Park 5K Run/ Walk beginning at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, July 14 while participants will run or walk through Freedom Park, Menard Park and Memorial Park while tackling a few obstacles along the way.

The registration fee is $10 per person and includes a T-shirt and pancake breakfast. Registration is available online at www.chicagoridgeparks.com or in person at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St., or the Frontier Field House, 9807 S. Sayre Ave. All participants must register by Friday, June 29 to guarantee a shirt. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900.

Board Game Days will be held at Freedom Activity Center

The Chicago Park District will hold Board Game Card Game days will be held this summer at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham St., Chicago Ridge.

Children can be dropped for a night of board games. Sessions will be held from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. for 4- to 6-year-olds; 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for 4- to 6-year-olds; and 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. for 10- to 14-year-olds Wednesdays through Aug. 15. Games include Monopoly, Chutes and Ladders, Trouble, Clue, Scrabble, Risk, Uno and Rummy. Games can challenge children scholastically and help develop social skills. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900.

Zumba classes are offered this summer

The next session of zumba classes will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, July 19 through Aug. 23, at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham Ave., Chicago Ridge.

The program is designed for both the athlete and the beginner. The dance rhythms include meringue, salsa and reggae. The program is for participants ages 18 and over. The fee is $41 for residents and $51 for non-residents.

The fee for both classes is $66 for residents and $86 for non-residents. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900.

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Traverse Wall Climbing session at Freedom Activity Center

The next Traverse Wall Climbing session will be held from 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays through July 17 at the Freedom Activity Center, 6252 W. Birmingham Ave., Chicago Ridge.

The program is for kids ages 7 to 10. The registration fee is $15 for residents and $25 for non-residents. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 636-4900.

EVERGREEN PARK Kids to work on Vacation Bible School projects

A Vacation Bible School that will focus on Babylon and what life is like for Daniel and his friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, July 9 to July 13, at First United Methodist Church, 9358 S. Homan Ave., Evergreen Park.

Kids will have an opportunity to work on projects in the “Marketplace,” laugh while playing Bible-times games, and a visit with Daniel. Participants will have an opportunity to eat some interesting food and meet new friends. The classes are free. To register, call the church office, (708) 422-8451, or go online to vbsmate.com/fumcepvbs.

HICKORY HILLS Preschool sessions begin in September

The Hickory Hills Park District Preschool sessions for families who would like to register their children for a variety of classes, which begin in September.

Preschool classes will be held from 8:45 to 11:45 a.m. or 12:15 to 3:15 p.m. five days a week. Full-time sessions will be held Monday through Friday for $172 a year. Classes on Monday, Wednesday and Friday are $960 a year. Classes for two days a week, Tuesday and Thursday, are $785 a year. Classes will continue through next May. The office is open Monday through Friday for registration.

In order to register, a child’s birth certificate and immunization records are required. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 598-1233 or visit www.hhparkdistrict.org.

Preschool, kindergarten before and after care is offered

Preschool and kindergarten before and after care sessions are being offered through the Hickory Hills Park District.

Parent who have children who are enrolled in half-day preschool or kindergarten can also be signed up before and after care program.

The Before after care program takes place 8:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The fee is $80 for residents and $85 for non-residents per week for the before care program. The fee is $102 for residents and $107 for non-residents per week for the after care program. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 598-1233 or visit www.hhparkdistrict.org.

OAK LAWN

‘The Hat Guys’ will perform at Village Green

The Village of Oak Lawn and the Oak Lawn Park District will hold the third concert of the Summer Concert Series from 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 8 at the Village Green, 94th Street and Cook Avenue. “The Hat Guys” will be performing a diverse selection of modern and classic hits from the 1950s through today.

Admission is free.

‘Surfin’ Through Scriptures’ at Pilgrim Faith Church

“Surfin’ Through The Scriptures” Vacation Bible School will be held from 9 a.m.

to noon Monday, July 9 through Thursday, July 12 at Pilgrim Faith United Church of Christ, 9411 S. 51st Ave., Oak Lawn.

Children of the community are invited each day to participate in games, crafts, Bible stories, and music with dance moves. Children ages 4 through fifth grade are invited to attend.

The fee is $10 per child or $25 per family.

More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-6120 or visit www.pilgrimfaith.org.

Water aerobics are offered

by Oak Lawn Park District

Water aerobics classes will be offered through the Oak Lawn Park District this summer at Centennial Park, 9401 S. Nashville Ave., or Central Pool, 9400 S. Kenton Ave. Registration is being offered for the classes that will provide a work-out for all levels of participation. Session begin this month and will be held through August. For days, dates, times and fees, visit www.olparks.com or call (708) 857-2225.

Vacation Bible School to be held at Oak Lawn Bible Church

The annual Vacation Bible School will be offered from Monday, July 16 through Friday, July 20 at the Oak Lawn Bible Church, 9435 S. 54th Ave. The program will be held from 9 a.m. to noon daily and is open to children entering preschool (ages 3 and 4) through those entering the fifth grade.Thisyear’s program theme is “Game On! Gearing Up for Life’s Big Game.” Each day kids will make crafts, play games, enjoy snacks, sing songs, and learn about missions. The program is free and children do not need to be members of the church to attend. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 857-9800 or visit www.oaklawnbible.org. To register online, go to oaklawnbible.org/vbs.

PALOS HILLS

Friendship Fest to return to Palos Hills

The City of Palos Hills Resource and Recreation Department will be hosting their annual Friendship Festival on the grounds of Moraine Valley Community College, 107th Street and 88th Avenue, from Thursday, July 12 through Sunday, July 15.

This event will include a carnival, kids’ entertainment, adult bands, food vendors and conclude with a fireworks display on Sunday night. Mega bands are currently being sold at the Palos Hills Community Center, 8455 W.103rd St. Mega bands are $40 if purchased before noon on July 12. They are $50 at the fest. For more information about Friendship Fest, call (708) 430-4500.

Palos Township hosts health services

A variety of health services and other programs will be offered this summer at the Palos Township Community Center, 10802 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills.

Healthy heart screening will be held from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 17. Fees do apply. Residents should call for an appointment.

Free bingo will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, July 19. Cholesterol and HA1C sessions will be held from 8:30 to 12:30 p.m. Monday, July 23. Fees do apply. Residents should call for an appointment. Hearing screenings will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Tuesday, July 24. The sessions are free but call for appointments. A free Medicare seminar will be held on Wednesday, July 25. A free presentation on back and neck problems will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1. More information about the Medicare seminar and registration for the back and neck problems presentation and other programs can be be arranged by calling (708) 598-2441.

The “Over There: Americas Abroad in World War I” exhibit, which marks over 100 years ago when the U.S. entered that war, will continue through Saturday, Oct. 20 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. The exhibit will focus on what was then known as “The Great War.” Internationally the war involved more than 120 nations and 65 millions soldiers. Locally, World War I affected the then 300 residents of Oak Lawn. The Oak Lawn Library is hosting the exhibit from the National Archives, which includes numerous photographs and World War I artifacts.

For a community perspective, Local History is featuring the personal stories of soldiers from

Oak Lawn who fought in the war, as well as photos, posters and other artifacts that complement the National Archives exhibit.

“We invite the community to join us in commemorating the anniversary of the tremendously important event in American history,” said Kevin Korst, the Local History manager at the library.

“In fact, most people don’t realize the huge impact the war had not only nationally but locally as well.

The exhibit helps tell the story.”

“Over There” is the first part of the National Archives exhibit.

“Over Here” America’s at Home in World War I,” will open in November. More information can be obtained by calling the library, (708) 422-4990, or visit www.olpl.org.

SW Suburban Widows/Widowers to meet The Southwest Suburban Widows and Widowers Social Club will hold their next meeting from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 6 at Zion Lutheran Church, 17100 S. 69th Ave., Tinley Park.

Beverages and snacks are served at the meetings. Entertainment is provided during most of the monthly meetings. The club offers support to all faiths and ages.

Along with the monthly meetings, the club provides restaurant outings. The club also attends dances, plans trips and go to theaters. Monthly games, discussion groups and interaction meetings are also planned. Newcomers get acquainted sessions will also be held.

More information can be obtained by calling Phyllis Peterson, (708) 636-6534, or Bill Dolehide, (708) 342-6820.

DEATH NOTICES Barbara Grimberg Barbara L. Grimberg (nee Kuiper), 64, an Oak Lawn resident, died June 25 at Advocate Christ Medical Center.

Mrs. Grimberg was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Kenneth R. Grimberg; daughter, Laura Ooms; son, Kevin Grimberg; mother, Fennetta Kuiper Stoub; sister, Theresa Boer; two grandchildren; many nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

Services were Friday at Colonial Chapel. Interment took place at Chapel Hill Gardens South.

Kaliroe Klementzos Kaliroe Klementzos (nee Kekos), 78, died June 25 at her Oak Lawn home.

Mrs. Klementzos, a native of Xrisovitsi, Greece, was a homemaker.

Survivors include her husband, Alex Klementzos; sons, Peter and Thomas; six grandchildren; many siblings; many nieces and nephews; and many friends.

Services were Friday from Blake-Lamb Funeral Home to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. Entombment took place at Bethania Cemetery.

Alois Lakoma Alois J. Lakoma, 94, a Hickory Hills resident, died June 22 at Palos Hospital.

Mr. Lakoma, a U.S. Army veteran, was once a welder for a phone company.

Survivors include nephews, Stephen F. Pietras and Frank J. Pietras.

Services were Friday at Lack & Sons Funeral Home. Interment followed at Resurrection Cemetery.

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Questions that you should ask your financial advisor

COMINGS & GOINGS

Couple open floor covering business

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eather Andreana and Rob O’Connor decided to start their own business because they were tired of the constant moving around the country that came with her job as a regional vice president with Enterprise Rent-a-Car. Andreana was ready to opt out of the corporate grind.

“We moved around a lot. I put in a lot of long hours.”

Bob “We were tired of moving Bong around,” said Andreana. “We wanted to be part of the community and establish roots.”

“We tossed around some ideas and decided to live the American Dream and own our business,” said O’Connor, who was ready to re-enter the workforce after spending 11 years as a stay-at-home dad for their two children, Mackenzie and Finn.

“The kids were in school and there is only so much cooking and cleaning you can do. I started to think about what the next chapter in my life would be,” he said.

The Orland Park couple did their due diligence and decided after some research to buy a franchise.

“We considered buying an existing business,” Andreana said. “Ultimately, we decided to buy a franchise.”

“We narrowed it down to four choices,” said Andreana. “Then we narrowed it down to Floor Coverings International.”

The couple said they liked the company’s support staff and its business model.

They have an office and warehouse at 15347 S. 70th Court in Orland Park, but do a lot of their work in the field.

“We use a mobile showroom,” O’Connor said. “We try to bring one-stop shopping to your home.”

“There was already a system in place,” Andreana said. “But it allows us to tweak it to make it our own.”

“If it can go on your floor, we can do it,” O’Connor said. “We can do carpet, tile, laminates, luxury vinyl, hard woods, stone.

We also have eco-friendly options.”

They started their new life in April.

“It’s been a great ride so far,” O’Connor said. “We play to each other’s strengths.”

At present, their franchise territory includes

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Heather Andreana and Rob O’Connor stand in front of their mobile showroom for Floor Coverings International.

13 ZIP codes that cover Orland Park, Frankfort, Mokena, Tinley Park, Lemont, Lockport, Romeoville, Palos Heights, Palos Park, Willow Springs, Homer Glen and Crest Hill.

Expansion is a definite possibility, they said.

“We chose Floor Coverings International because of the ability to grow,” O’Connor said.

“We’re excited to work together and grow our business,” Andreana said.

For more information, call (708) 629-0401 or visit their Facebook page at Floor Coverings International Orland Park.’

Fruitastic-O now open in Mount Greenwood

Fruitastic-O began serving-up its version of Italian Ice and Cream Ice with a grand opening celebration on July 1 in Mount Greenwood Park next to the Kids Splash Pad off of 111th Street in Chicago.

“I am proud and energized about FruitasticO’s grand opening,” Mike Small, owner and Mount Greenwood resident, said in a release.

“What makes Fruitastic-O unique is that our Italian Ice and Cream Ice is made by hand in small batches daily. We use only natural ingredients – filtered water, real sugar, real cream, and tons of fruit. On average, we use approximately two pounds of fruit for every gallon of our frozen treats.”

Fruitastic-O will offer six flavors of Italian Ice daily. Blueberry, Lemon, Mango and Sour Cherry are a sample of Italian Ice flavors that will be offered. Fruitastic-O’s Italian Ice is dairy free, gluten free and vegan. They will offer six refreshing flavors of Cream Ice daily. Sample flavors include Root Beer Float, Cookies & Cream and Sunshine Orange Creamsicle. Cream Ice recipes contain dairy.

Small has spent the past two years creating and perfecting Fruitastic-O recipes. He now has a library of 50 Fruitastic-O Italian Ice and Cream Ice recipes he will offer patrons.

“During Fruitastic-O’s research and development phase, I would bring a sample batch of a new recipe I created to work for my co-workers to try at lunch. I would also give samples to family members and neighbors to capture their feedback. Based on the feedback I received, I would modify the recipe until I created the right combination of flavors.”

“In 1995, I operated several successful fresh squeezed lemonade stands at the Taste of Chicago, local street fairs and popular music venues. Back then my children were small and would accompany me during events,” Small said. “Today, my children are grown. My wife, children, son-in-law and close friends each play a significant role in the operation of Fruitastic-O. It has brought us closer together as a family. Which is one of the reasons I am so passionate about Fruitastic-O.”

Justice honors local businesses

Justice Mayor Kris Wasowicz and village Trustee Melanie Kuban presented a silver plaque to Beverage Merchandising Inc. for celebrating 25years of business in the Village of Justice during a special presentation at the June 25 board meeting as part of the village’s Milestone Anniversary Recognition Program.

Also honored for being open 10 years were State Farm Insurance, Matias Trucking Inc., Andy’s Auto Electronics and Justice Suzuki Auto.

Ice Park now open

Ice Park is now open at Louis Joliet Mall across from Cinemark Theatres. The shop features Thai rolled ice cream.

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

You can track business openings and closings at http://bobbongonbusiness.com/

Moraine Valley employee earns supervisory state award Tamima Farooqui, the Moraine Valley Community College job resource specialist, was named the 2018 Student Employment Supervisor of the Year for the State of Illinois by the Midwest Association of Student Employment Administrators.

This honor is given to one supervisor from colleges and universities around the state. Last year, Moraine Valley Student Life manager, Demetrius Robinson, earned the award.

“I was very excited and surprised to learn about this award especially because there were so many other colleges and universities participating,” Farooqui said.

“It really is an honor and to know so many people do the work they do with students. I’m lucky to be able to do what

I do. It brings me a lot of joy working with students.”

Farooqui is the supervisor for the college’s Job Resource Center (JRC) student ambassadors. She helps students prepare to promote the JRC, teaches them how to mentor other students as well as how to break out of their shell through presentations and outreach efforts. She attributes some of what she has learned over the years to her coworker and fellow award winner, Robinson, and from her students.

“I’ve learned one size doesn’t fit all.

Some students need extra support and some work more independently,” she said. “We can all learn and grow from each other.”

Tamima Farooqui, the Moraine Valley Community College job resource specialist, was named the 2018 Student Employment Supervisor of the Year for the State of Illinois.

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District 218 receives grant to purchase new computer equipment The Dart Foundation recently presented a grant of nearly $50,000 to the District 218 Education Foundation to purchase computer numerical controlled (CNC) programming and machining equipment.

With the money, the District 218 Education Foundation will buy CNC equipment for use in Technology and Engineering Education courses at Eisenhower, Richards, and Shepard high schools.

The mission of the Dart Foundation is to advance and encourage youth education, primarily in the areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

The Dart Foundation also supSupplied photo ports projects that strengthen and District 218 Assistant Business Manager John Hallberg appears with representatives of the Dart Foundation, improve the quality of life in nu- which presented District 218 with a grant for $49,755 to purchase computer numerical control equipment merous identified communities. at Eisenhower, Richards, and Shepard high schools.

AREA PROPERTY TRANSFERS Following are the property transfers in the area, according to the latest report, as received from the Cook County Recorder of Deeds Office.

The Reporter Newspaper does not attempt to correct errors made by that office.

Chicago Ridge Worman Susan R to Grabinski Roger, 10632 Ridge Dr, $168,000.00; Judicial Sales Corp to 9817 Nottingham Land Trust 204, 9817 S Nottingham Ave, Unit #204, $48,000.00; Holmes Diane to Woods Crystal Danielle, 10651 Parkside Ave, $128,000.00.

S Avers Ave, $188,000.00; Mufich Adam R to Matheny James, 9308 S Turner Ave, $275,000.00; Providence B&T Tr to Fernandez Don A, 3345 W 91st St, $157,000.00; Delany Timothy J to Woods Amy, 9208 S Harding Ave, $180,500.00; Curry Ryan to Porter Tenesha, 9131 S Turner Ave, $194,500.00.

Hickory Hills

Evergreen Park

Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Paz Melissa, 8821 W 92nd St, $190,500.00; Atg Trust Co Tr to Kissel Daniel T, 9241 84th Ave, $217,000.00; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Ugurlu Iman, 8330 84th Ct, $540,000.00.

Deutsche Bk Natl Trust Co to Claddagh Grp Llc, 8926 S Mozart St, $141,000.00; Linder Ave Rlty Grp Llc to Downing James K, 10014 S Trumbull Ave, $240,000.00; Caley Susan M to Ade Russell, 9717

Katula Marie J to Midnight Eric E, 9240 Crescent Ct, $176,000.00; Crowe Kevin to Crowe Brian Lawrence, 10720 S Kenneth Ave, $210,000.00; Patterson Karen I Tr to Gudino Saul,

Oak Lawn

9254 Austin Ave, $215,000.00; Gallagher Michael to Debias Kelly A, 9432 S Kolmar Ave, Unit #94323B, $90,000.00; Stuewe James L to Wagner Shawn, 5086 Wick Dr, $250,000.00; Sim Michael W Tr to Rojas Leslie, 9835 51st Ave, $190,000.00; Lukasik Robert J to Lukasik Alexander G, 11017 Kilbourn Ave, $130,000.00; Costache Ana to Jackson Courtney A, 9809 S Keeler Ave, Unit #19&19G, $138,000.00; Zerep Inv Grp Llc to Salmon Malissa J, 8709 New England Ave, $245,000.00; Czarnecki Pete to Diaferi Lindsay, 5176 Alexander Pl, $190,000.00; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Asouli Khalid J, 9129 S Major Ave, $219,000.00; Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp to Costache Ana, 10117 S Cicero Ave, Unit #10117305, $57,000.00; Hussein Ayad to Hussein Ribhieh F, 5700 W 88th Pl, $230,000.00;

Krumrie Thomas A to Gk Home Inc, 10545 Lawler Ave, $142,000.00; Marquette Bank Tr to Tushla Dennis, 11035 Deblin Ln, Unit #1035206, $140,000.00; Reid Barbara J to Holwell Laura, 9012 Sproat Ave, $151,000.00.

Palos Hills Jubran Hisham Y to Rupsys Arunas, 17 Cour Michele, $144,000.00; Schuldt Laura to Li Wen Ping, 9 Cour Montreal, $165,000.00; Melerski Lukasz to Mustafa Faten, 7910 W 108th St, $209,000.00; Kasper Neal to Sims Michael, 31 Cour Caravelle, $154,000.00.

Worth Brewer Timothy D to Domasik M, 6925 W 114th St, $146,000.00; Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr to Bekstas Bronius, 6816 W 116th St, $153,000.00; Williams Lawrence A Tr to Salgado Narciso, 10626 S Plahm Ct, $250,000.00.

ou should always be able to ask as many questions as you’d like when working with your financial advisor.

So, before you have your annual review, think carefully about what you’d like to ask. Here are a few suggestions: • Are my goals still realistic? When you first began working with your financial advisor, you may well have articulated a number of financial goals. For example, you might have said that you wanted to pay for most of your children’s college educations, or that you wanted to retire at a certain age, or that you wanted to travel for two months each year during your retirement. In fact, you could have many different goals for which you’re saving and investing. When you meet with your financial advisor, you’ll certainly want to ask if you’re still on track toward meeting these goals. If you are, you can Scott continue with the financial strategies you’ve Johnson been following; but if you aren’t, you may need to adjust them.

• Am I taking on too much — or too little — risk? The financial markets always fluctuate, and these movements will affect the value of your investment portfolio. If you watch the markets closely every day and track their impact on your investments, you may find yourself fretting considerably over your investments’ value and wondering if you are taking on too much investment risk for your comfort level. Conversely, if you think that during an extended period of market gains your own portfolio appears to be lagging, you might feel that you should be investing more aggressively, which entails greater risk. In any case, it’s important that you know your own risk tolerance and use it as a guideline for making investment choices — so it’s definitely an issue to discuss with your financial advisor.

• How will changes in my life affect my investment strategy? Your life is not static. Over time, you may experience any number of major events, such as marriage, children, new jobs and so on. When you meet with your financial advisor, you will want to discuss these types of changes, because they can affect your long-term goals and, consequently, your investment decisions.

• How are external forces affecting my investment portfolio? Generally speaking, you will want to create an investment strategy that’s based on your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. And, as mentioned above, you may need to adjust your strategy based on changes in your life. But should you also make changes based on outside forces, such as interest rate movements, political events, new legislation or news affecting industries in which you have invested substantially? Try not to make long-term investment decisions based on short-term news.

Yet, talk with your financial advisor to make sure your investment portfolio is not out of alignment with relevant external factors.

By making these and other inquiries, you can help yourself stay informed on your overall investment picture and what moves, if any, you should make to keep advancing toward your goals. A financial advisor is there to provide you with valuable expertise — so take full advantage of it.

Scott Johnson, CFP, is a financial advisor with Edward Jones, 8146 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, (708) 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 to host its golf outing and dinner on July 11 Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual golf outing on Wednesday, July 11 at the Stony Creek Golf Course, 5850 W. 103rd St, Oak Lawn.

The golf outing is the largest fundraiser of the year for the chamber. The registration fee is $125 per person and includes 18 holes of golf, lunch, dinner and drinks. Other packages include $80 for golf and lunch, or $55 for dinner and drinks.

Golf registration begins at 11 a.m., followed by lunch at 11:15 a.m. The shotgun start is at 12:30 p.m. An open bar will begin at the conclusion of golf, followed by a buffet dinner The chamber will offer miniature golf beginning at 4 p.m.

The cost is $70 per person for miniature golf and dinner, or $15 for miniature golf only.

Advance reservations will be taken on a first come, first served basis. The outing will host a special and grand raffle, which will include an Escape Room Experience and a ring video doorbell home security camera, Ray Ban Summer Gift Basket, and Nothing Bundt Cakes for a year. Four tickets will also be offered to see the Chicago White Sox host the Toronto Blue Jays at 6:10 p.m. Saturday, July 28 at Guaranteed Rate Field. The tickets are in row one on the third base line with a parking pass. Guests will also receive four White Sox caps.

Grand raffle tickets are $10 each or three for $25. They can be purchased in advance at the chamber office, (708) 424-8300, or visit the website at www.oaklawnchamber.com.

Teen bands sought for ‘Battle of the Bands’ at Fall on the Green

The Oak Lawn Arts Commission is searching for local teen bands to compete in their second annual Battle of the Bands at the village’s Fall on the Green festival.

To be considered, bands must submit a completed application with the required supportive material by Friday, Aug. 10.

The Oak Lawn battle is set for Friday, Sept.7, with performances starting at 6 p.m. Up to six teen bands, selected by the Oak Lawn Arts Commission, will perform five songs, or a maximum of 20 minutes.

The first-place band will win a four-hour recording session and the opportunity to perform on the Fall on the Green main stage the morning of Sunday, Sept. 9.

To be eligible, all band members must be age 12 to 21, with at least half of the members age

19 or under when they perform.

Teen bands must be of amateur status and have at least two members. All music genres are welcome and all performances must be suitable for a family audience.

The judging panel will be comprised of experienced music professionals. Bands will be ranked by the quality of their material, musical skill, overall talent, showmanship, professionalism, and also audience reaction, which will count as 20 percent of their score. Prizes will be awarded to the top three bands.

This is a free event. There is no entry fee for teen bands to participate, and everyone may attend the Friday night battle and the winning band’s Sunday morning show at no cost.

For the complete rules, official application and other inquiries, email OLACBattle@gmail.com.

Worth Twp. offers senior bus trip to Arlington Park

Worth Township will offer a senior bus trip to the Arlington Park Race Track in Arlington Heights on Thursday, Sept. 6.

The bus will leave the Worth Township Hall, 11601 S. Pulaski Road, Alsip, at 11:30 a.m. The bus is scheduled to depart from the track at about 4:30 p.m. The $85 fee includes a two-hour buf-

fet, transportation, and ticket and racing program. Seating is at the Canopy Finish Line Patio.

The buffet includes a garden salad, all-beef hot dogs, barbecue pork nachos, crispy chicken, potato salad, cookies and soft drinks.

For more information or to make reservations, call (708) 371-2900, ext. 28.

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Moments after receiving a standing ovation from a town hall meeting audience, Korean War veteran Carmen Cacciottolo, 86, listens to praise and thanks from Cong. Dan Lipinski (D-3rd). He accepted three longoverdue awards for his military service: the National Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal and the United Nations Service Medal for Korea. The medals were obtained through the intervention of Lipinski’s office with the Pentagon. Standing with Cacciottolo are comrades from the Argo Summit American Legion Post 735, who pinned the medals on his shirt.

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war and likened Trump to Adolf Hitler. She called upon Lipinski to become “a warrior” in the fight against Trump and the Republicans.

They did not appear to get what they wanted from Lipinski, a legislator who most would agree will never be called a partisan firebrand. The congressman is a mostly centrist Democrat who has earned a reputation as a bridge builder in Congress — frequently reaching across the aisle to find common ground with centrist Republicans to move issues forward.

“I’ve always been about working together, and we have a president right now who is very divisive…others have joined in that divisiveness and I think that’s bad for our country,” he said. “We should be working together; and I think no matter what you think of the president…it’s important to focus on issues, rather than getting rid of the president or supporting the president. I was at a parade last week, where some

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“But with the help of Krista and Dr. Arora, I am here happily talking to you. It is better than the alternative, I would imagine,” said Gniadek.

“The paramedics in Alsip were great, too. They stopped me from driving home,” he added.

“I don’t remember it, but they said when I woke up, I told them several times I felt good enough to drive.”

“This case really exemplifies the importance of knowing CPR and knowing where the AEDs are in any place you frequent often,” said Arora.

Coincidentally, Gniadek said, as a youth football coach, he had been trained in CPR and the use of AEDs. Arora noted that the portable AEDs include simple instructions, which make it possible for people who are untrained to use them in an emergency.

“Krista did a really amazing thing doing CPR right away, I do think that saved his life,” said the doctor.

“It happened at a good place,

people were coming up to me and saying, ‘Impeach the president,’ and others said to me, ‘Support the president.’”

Possibly alluding to congressmen who engage in high-profile street protests and get arrested as part of their activism — like longtime Cong. Luis Gutiérrez (D-4th) — Lipinski said that “being out on the street [protesting] every day…yelling and screaming…is not my job. Time is limited, and it takes time for Members of Congress — a legislative body — to do the tough work to get things done.

“I’m not afraid to take a stand and say where I’m at, say what I think is right and wrong; but that’s how I see my job, as your representative,” the congressman added, as the audience applauded.

The town hall meeting was the first of four public events hosted

by Lipinski across the district in a week. The final one, a senior citizens fair, is set for 10 a.m. to noon Monday, July 9 at the Louis S. Viverito Senior Center, 7745 S. Leamington, Burbank. For more details, call (773) 948-6223. because I don’t know CPR — although I am going to learn now,” said Pam Gniadek, who presented Ryan with an enormous bouquet of flowers. “What really resonates with me is that Krista would not ordinarily have been there at that time. She was there for a reason, and I am grateful.”

“I try to get there at 5. But my 2-year-old son woke up as I was trying to sneak out so I got there late,” explained the nurse.

“I hope I haven’t changed too much since it happened — except to be more appreciative of every day I am walking,” said Gniadek.

He and his wife have a son and daughter, and two grandchildren.

His wife pointed out that he is already back walking three miles a day with her, a routine they began after he was first diagnosed last year.

“We just got back doing that on Monday (June 25). Since being diagnosed last year, Hank really started watching his health, and lost more than 80 pounds. He knows that most people don’t get a second chance at life, and this is his third. I have had enough excitement,” she said with a laugh.

“I’m usually not that exciting,” he deadpanned.

the Union of Concerned Scientists. He said coal production will dwindle dramatically, regardless of what the president says.

“Just look back at what has happened with coal the past 10 years,” Kibbey said. “I lived near a coal plant and I had breathing problems as a kid. You hear from people who say they are going to bring back big, beautiful coal. But, realistically, it just doesn’t make economic sense.”

Kibbey said that 38 percent of coal plants will be retiring soon. People who live near coal plants are usually people of color and many of them are poor, he said. Instead of stating that coal plants will increase, the Trump administration should help these people develop different skills, Kibbey added.

He mentioned that the coal plant that was near his home while he was growing up in Lansing, Mich., has since closed and is now an insurance headquarters that employs thousands of people.

“Just shutting coal plants is not the end of the story,” Kibbey said. “New opportunities through clean energy will create jobs.”

But Kibbey is realistic right now that some of those jobs will not be created during the Trump administration.

“I’m not holding my breath,” he said. “We will see in a couple of years.”

Kibbey pointed out that no coal transitions are alike. He said there are eight coal plants in Illinois. He finds it ironic that some of the coal companies are looking for bailouts

T-shirts during the day.

Vendors dealt with the heat appropriately and were stationed under canopies. Visitors did not have to stand in the hot sun all day.

Tables and chairs were set up in what is used as the Daniel V. Capuano Ice Rink in the winter. Residents had a chance to sit down and talk. Adults could try a variety of craft beers, wine and other beverages that were available for purchase during the day.

Along with the vendors, family crafts activities were available throughout the day, along with face painting.

Robyn Strohacker and Kris Mcrae, both longtime friends and Evergreen Park residents, attended the Day in the Park with their grandkids. They have both attended previous Day in the Park events and said they were dealing with the heat.

“The great thing about this is there are no lines,” Strohacker said. “A lot of people did not come out so far. I guess it was too hot for them.”

“They were giving out free water bottles,” Mcrae said. “I got here earlier and bought some sno-cones. And then we started refilling the water bottles.”

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR ACQUISITION OF A BANK HOLDING COMPANY

BY A BANK HOLDING COMPANY

American Heartland Bancshares, Inc., 670 North Sugar Grove Parkway, Sugar Grove, Illinois 60554, has applied to the Federal Reserve Board for permission to acquire Community Holdings Corporation, Inc., the holding company for First Secure Bank and Trust Co., both of which are located at 10360 South Roberts Road, Palos Hills, Illinois 60465. The Federal Reserve considers a number of factors in deciding whether to approve the application, including the record of performance of banks we own in helping to meet local credit needs.

You are invited to submit comments in writing on this application to Colette A. Fried, Assistant Vice President, Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago, 230 South LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60604. The comment period will not end before August 4, 2018. The Board’s procedures for processing applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. Part 262. Procedures for processing protested applications may be found at 12 C.F.R. 262.25. To obtain a copy of the Federal Reserve Board’s procedures, or if you need more information about how to submit your comments on the application, contact Alicia Williams, Vice President of Community Development and Policy Studies, at (312) 322-5910; to request a copy of an application, contact Colette A. Fried at (312) 322-6846. The Federal Reserve will consider your comments and any request for a public meeting or formal hearing on the application if they are received in writing by the Reserve Bank on or before the last day of the comment period.

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Strohacker said there was a lot to do and they could always find some shade.

“It hasn’t been bad,” Strohacker added. “At least there has been a breeze.”

More people attended the event as the day wore on. Motel Breakfast was the first musical act in the beer garden area at the ice rink location. They were followed by The Stingers.

But while the lines were not long, kids still visited the petting zoo and took turns on the pony rides. Members of Sarah’s Pony Trail and Rides, located in Willow Springs, said the animals were holding up well in the hot weather.

“We give the animals baths,” Dillon said.

“We also give them water and we also give them Gatorade. We kind of spoil them.”

LIBRARY HAPPENINGS

CHICAGO RIDGE

Author will discuss the ‘Hiker’s Appalachian Trail Diary’

A session on “A Hiker’s Appalachian Trail Diary” will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 9 at the Chicago Ridge Library, 10400 S. Oxford Ave. Author Patrick Bredlau recounts his journey hiking the entire length of the Appalachian Trail, as told in his “The Green Tunnel. To sign up for the free program call (708) 423-7753 or visit the website at www. chicagoridgelibrary.org.

Grab a chair and practice yoga

The next chair yoga session will be held from noon to 1 to 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 10 at the Chicago Ridge Library. Patrons can practice yoga while sitting in a chair. The focus will be on simple movements designed to stretch and strengthen the whole body. To sign up for the free program, call the library, (708) 423-7753, or visit the website at www. chicagoridgelibrary.org.

The curator of Colleen Moore’s Fairy Castle at the Museum of Science and Industry will be the guest speaker at 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 18 at the Evergreen Park Library, 9400 S. Troy. Margaret Schleisinger will be on hand to share the history of the miniature house that was created in the 1930s by silent film star Colleen Moore. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-8522 or visit www.evergreenparklibrary.org.

LEGAL NOTICE

president is calling for more tariffs.

“We can have a massive debate on the Trump administration but most of the clean energy jobs are going to come through right at the state level,” Smith said. “Nothing is going to stop that. As far as the general election in November, our advice to everyone is to stay engaged.”

Robyn Strohacker (from left) and Kris Mcrae hold up water bottles that were provided to them by the Evergreen Park Fire Department during the annual “Day in the Park” event held Saturday at Yukich Fields in the village. The longtime Evergreen Park residents said that despite the heat, the day was enjoyable because of shorter lines.

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from the government but have previously been critical of intervention by Washington to assist ailing industries.

“It makes no sense for our economy and it makes no sense for our health,” Kibbey added.

A representative from Solar Energy for Your Home said renewable energy sources will continue to increase even though the

Heat

EVERGREEN PARK

Henry “Hank” Gniadek, at a news conference last Thursday at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, describes how his life was saved by cardiology nurse Krista Ryan (second from right). Pictured at far right is cardiologist Vinay Arora, MD.

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State Sen. Bill Cunningham (D-18th) speaks before the Environmental Town Hall meeting Saturday at St. Xavier University. Cunningham is joined by (from left) state Rep. Fran Hurley (D-35th) and state Rep. Kelly Burke (D-36th), who helped to organize the event.

All aboard greatest train journeys

A program that will focus on the world’s greatest train journeys will be held at 7 p.m.

Monday, July 23 at the Oak Lawn Library.

World traveler Bill Helmuth will take the audience on a journey about the Orient Express.

He will discuss traveling from London to Venice; the Central Asia train from Moscow to Tashkent, Uzbekistan; the Blue Train from Cape Town to Johannesburg, South Africa’ the great trains of India and Trans-Siberian; 6,000 miles from Beijing, China to St. Petersburg, Russia; and the scenery from San Francisco to Chicago. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or register online at www.olpl.org.

Patrons can participate in Oak Lawn scavenger hunt

The Oak Lawn Scavenger Hunt is being sponsored this summer through the Oak Lawn Library. Participants who can correctly identify the nine places in Oak Lawn in the scavenger hunt can win a small prize and entered into a grand prize drawing. Participants can bring the completed page from the Oak Lawn Library newsletter, which has all the photos in the hunt, to the customer services desk at the library.

Participants can also view the form online at bit.lyolplhunt. Individuals filing out the form online can stop by the customer services desk and inform them. The participants will then earn a prize. Individuals have until Saturday, June 30 participate. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.

OAK LAWN

PALOS HILLS

Patrons can learn how to make a paper scrapbook with Creative Memories beginning at 6 p.m. Monday, July 9 at the Oak Lawn Library, 9427 S. Raymond Ave. Paper, tape rollers and scissors are provide.

Guests should bring 10 to 12 pictures to create a scrapbook page. However, do not bring not original copies of the photos because cutting is involved. More information about this and other programs can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.

Sessions on birdhouse decorating will be held at 4:30 p.m. or 6 p.m. Monday, July 10 at the Green Hills Library, 10331 S. Interlochen Drive, Palos Hills. The whole family is welcome to decorate a birdhouse. Guests will paint and accessorize a wooden birdhouse for the backyard. A limit of 20 families will be allowed per session. Register online at www. greenhillslibrary.org.

Michelle’s ‘Magical Poodles’ to visit library

Patrons will have an opportunity to paint terracotta planters at 2 or 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 11 at the Green Hills Library. After painting the planters, participants will plant succulents and decorate with colorful rocks.

All supplies are provided. The event is for adults only. The session is limited to 20 per session. Two classes are offered due to the high demand. Patrons are limited to registering for only one session. Register online at www.greenhillslibrary.org.

Patrons can learn to make scrapbook pages

Michelle, with her trained poodles, presents dog history, safety and the importance of service animals for youths from 1 to 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, July 17 at the Oak Lawn Library.

Guests who stay after the program can meet Michelle and ask questions about her “Magic Poodles.” More information about this this and other youth programs can be obtained by calling (708) 422-4990 or visit www.olpl.org.

Families can participate in birdhouse decorating

Adult patrons can paint terracotta planters

Eco Club will make nature topic crafts

The eco club for children ages 6 and up will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 11 at the Green Hills Library. Youths will join Miss Emily to watch a video, play a game and make a craft all about a nature topic that the kids will vote on. Registration is limited to 25 youths. Register online at www. greenhillslibrary.org.

Library staff plans trip to Chicago Botanic Garden

A trip to see the Chicago Botanic Garden will be offered through the staff at the Green Hills Library from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Saturday, July 14.

A grand tram tour that travels 2.6 miles showing the entire garden grounds, highlights of 81 acres of lakes, nine garden island, and panoramic views of these beautiful gardens.

A gourmet lunch will also be provided. The trip fee is $40 for residents and $50 for nonresidents. No refunds will be given. The fee includes transportation. Registration is being offered in the library lobby. The trip is for adults only. Register online at www.greenhillslibrary.org.

Chef to provide summer meal ideas

Chef Susan Maddox will share recipes that can be found in summer gardens and local farmers markets with a session scheduled for 6:30 p.m. Monday, July 16 at the Green Hills Library. Tastings will be provided. This event is for adults only. The session is limited to 75.

Register online at www.greenhillslibrary.org.

Luau party to be held at library

A luau party featuring Hawaii-themed games will be held for kids ages 10 to 17 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 17 at the Green Hills Library. Participants can make a summer craft, eat tropical desserts and snacks, and take pictures at the photo booth. The session is limited to 40. Register online at www.greenhillslibrary.org.

Science lab sessions for youths

A science lab session will be held for youths beginning at 6 p.m. Wednesday, July 18 at the Green Hills Library. Miss Emily will lead the group in science experiments. Children of all ages are welcome. However, kids under age 6 must be assisted by a caregiver. Register online at www.greenhillslibrary.org.

Passport Pals to visit ‘new country’

Children ages 7 and up can participate in the “Passport Pals” program, which will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, July 19 at the Green Hills Library. Youngsters will “travel to a new country” every month and learn about that nation’s history and culture. Registration is limited to 25. Register online at www. greenhillslibrary.org.

SCHOOL NEWS

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Marist teacher elected Illinois Journalism Education Association president Marist High School journalism teacher and advisor of the school paper, The Sentinel, John Gonczy was elected president of the Illinois Journalism Education Association at the organization’s board meeting and All-State Journalism Team luncheon, hosted by the Illinois Press Association June 2 in Springfield.

He has served on the board for most of the past 15 years, most recently as vice president of membership. At the luncheon, Sentinel managing editor Gianna Miritel, Class of 2018, became the second Marist student in program history to be named to the Illinois AllState Journalism Team.

Gonczy, who holds a master’s degree in education from St. Xavier University and earned certified journalism educator status through the Journalism Education Association (JEA), has overseen the school’s journalism program for the past seven years. During his tenure, more than 20 students have advanced to the Illinois High School Association (IHSA) state final competition in journalism, with four students taking state medals.

Additionally, both the Sentinel and many of the students on the newspaper

staff have earned awards at the local, state and national levels each year. He was the only Catholic educator in the nation to receive the JEA’s Rising Star award in 2005.

On June 11, Gonczy was one of 12 educators from around the state to receive the IHSA’s 2018 Distinguished Service Award. Gonczy is also serving on the local planning committee for the JEA’s fall national high school journalism convention, which will be held at the Hyatt Regency-Chicago on Nov. 14.

“I am deeply honored to serve IJEA in this capacity and grateful to have the support of my fellow officers and board members, who inspire me with their dedication and commitment to excellence,” Gonczy said. “The IHSA’s decision to recognize me this year is an honor I share with my administrators and all of my colleagues at Marist, because their steadfast support continues to play a crucial role toward the success of the RedHawk journalism program. Most of all, I am indebted to the parents of the many fine students with whom I have worked, and I deeply appreciate the sacrifices they make so that their children can receive an ex-

Local students receive degrees from Marquette University

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Marist teacher John Gonczy stands outside the Illinois Press Association after being elected president of the Illinois Journalism Education Association. Gonczy, who also advises the school newspaper, was also recognized with the IHSA Distinguished Service Award.

cellent Catholic education at Marist High School.”

Gonczy is also a reading teacher in

the Marcellin program at Marist High School and secretary of the Scholastic Press Association of Chicago.

Chicago Christian seniors honored for accomplishments Chicago Christian High School seniors were honored for their accomplishments in and out of the classroom during a Senior Awards Assembly held in Ozinga Chapel at Trinity Christian College.

The breakfast was an opportunity to honor seniors for their accomplishment.

Scholarship dollars offered to the Class of 2018 totaled nearly $8,000,000. Some of the scholarships and awards granted included the following: Some of the scholarships included the CIBC scholar-

STUDENTS IN THE SPOTLIGHT

Chicago Christian High School seniors were honored at a special assembly for their achievements in and out of class. Receiving honors as the Academic Top 10 from the Class of 2018 were (from left) Catherine Van Lonkhuyzen, Elizabeth Czajkowski, Bethany Regnerus, Allie Boss, Matt Wolterink, Emily Goudzwaard, Ashley Akrami, Ellie Tiemens, Niara Foster and Alessandra Luciano.

ship to Jonah Lopez and Mark Kamp, of Orland Park; and Catherine VanLonkhuyzen, of Palos Heights, who received the Palos Lions Scholarship.

Other honors went to Matt McCarthy and Bethany Regnerus, of Palos Heights, as Chicago Christian High School Most Valuable Athletes; Collin Pujdak and McCarthy, 12 Letter Club; Pujdal and Elizabeth Czajkowski, of Orland Park, Christ like Servant Award; and Emily Goudzwaard and Anna Huisenga, of Oak Lawn, National Merit Scholars.

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A group of local students received their degrees last month from Marquette University at the Bradley Center in Milwaukee.

Oak Lawn residents who earned their degrees were Kyle Haberkorn, bachelor of science in electrical engineering, electrical and computer engineering; Luke Haberkorn, bachelor of science in electrical engineering, electrical and computer engineering; Stephen Kamper, bachelor of science in information technology; John Loman, bachelor of science in chemistry; and Margaret Moran, bachelor of science in nursing.

Palos Hills residents who received their degrees at Marquette University were Christopher Kladis, bachelor of science in nursing, and Dominika Stasik, bachelor of science in biomedical sciences.

Local students are selected to dean’s list at Millikin University

A group of local students were selected to the dean’s list for the spring semester at Millikin University in Dectaur.

Earning dean’s list honors were senior Stephen DeMartini, an Evergreen Park resident who is majoring in sports management; senior Joycelyn VanAntwerp, of Hickory Hills, who is majoring in mathematic actuarial science; and Oak Lawn residents and theater majors Kaitlyn Norris and Olivia Thomson, who are both seniors.

Oak Lawn resident earns degree from Fairfield University

A local student received a degree last month from Fairfield University in Fairfield, Conn.

Earning her degree at Fairfield University was Madalynn Wantuck, a resident of Oak Lawn.

Oak Lawn residents receive degree from St. Mary’s University A local student received their bachelor of arts degrees in May from St. Mary’s University in Winona, Minn.

Oak Lawn residents who earned degrees were Danielle Mascorro, daughter of Oscar and Linda Mascorro, and Tara Nagy, daughter of Richard and Sue Nagy.

Oak Lawn High School students named to high honors roll The students selected to high honors roll list for the spring semester have been announced at Oak Lawn Community High School.

Senior class

Students from the senior class of 2018 selected were Nevin Abdelghani, Ansam Abdeljaber, Omar Adi, Alfred Agapito, Mohammed Alabed, Malik Aladwan, Suha Ali, Zahra Ali, Damien Arellano, Adelina Arteaga, Sanad Raed Bani Salman, Abigail Bell, James Benson, Aisling Berry, Brandon Bidochka, Alyssa Bitner, Gerson Bracamonte, Holly Bryce, Amanda Bulow, Taylor Bulow, Jacqulyne Carvelli, Adrian Cetera, Norberto Chavez, Alexander Dellorto, Bashar Diab, Karina Diaz, Hedayue Doleh, Kelly Downs, Maja Dukic, Daniel Duran, Hagar Elsokary, Rogelio Esparza, Naji , Eleanor , Lizbeth Garcia, Anna Gil, Anthony Gomez-Ledezma, Jacob Gonzalez, Zachary Gonzalez, Ashlee Griffith, Bayan Hammad, Abdalrahman Hasan, Kelsie Haseltine, Alyssa Hazle, Allison Hebel, Rana Helali, Citlalli Hernandez, Isabel Hernandez, Jaqueline Hernandez, Juan

Hernandez, Thomas Herrera, Rawan Hussein, Stephania Izaguirre, Sydney Janik, Rosemary Jepsen, Antonio Jones, Madelyn Kean, Alyssa King, Haley King, Anna Komperda, Brad Kozlowski, Isabel Kozlowski, Blaise Kruk, Sierra Kurtys, Nicholas Lando, Lauren Licursi, Ashley Lizak, Kayla Luznicky, Rama Mahmud, Mario Maka, Emily March, Alexzandra Marquez, Tesoro Martinez, Jenine Matariyeh, Alaina Maynez, Jessica Mazurek, Kelly Mccon, Kalina McErlean, Jonathan Mclawhorn, Hailey Melvin, Timothy Mendez, Patrick Michaels, Mahmoud Nakhleh, Shane Noone, Donal Nugent, Tyler Orel, Alyssa Orozco, Adem Osmani, Donald Ott, Thomas Panek, Angelica Pedraza, Litzy Pena Bello, Kailee Piwowarczyk, Larissa Ptak, Luis Puente, Joshua Rios, Cristian Rodriguez, Jules Rollberg, Diana Roman, Nicole Seremet, Dalianis Sierra, Nicolas Soto, Paulina Staszel, Sydney Stoltz, Amir Taha, Lukasz Teper, Giana Thorell, Tyler Tischer, Pamela Urchel, Jonathan Vargas, Francisco Vazquez, Julie Walsh, Samantha Waszak, Justin Wis-

niewski, Victoria Wisniewski, Allison Yacko, Hadeel Yasin, Wojciech Zacherek, Layal Zaidan and Taylor Zientara.

Junior class

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Joey Jenkot averaged 3.2 goals, 1.9 assists and 1.7 steals per game this season while helping Sandburg reach the championship game of the Lincoln-Way East Sectional.

Tara Maher transitioned to the hole set position this season and helped Sandburg reach the Lincoln-Way East Sectional title game.

She received first-team All-State honors.

Michael Wolan (left) and Josh Blim teamed up to form Stagg’s No. 1 doubles team and win the Class 2A Sandburg Sectional. The duo won one of their three matches at the state tournament.

topped 100 goals, earned 2nd-team All-State honors

excelled at a new postion, earned All-State honors

Blim formed a dynamic duo for Stagg and advanced to state

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ara Maher was not eager to play the hole set position full-time for Sandburg’s water polo team her senior season. The hole set player positions herself nearest the opponents’ goal, where its her responsibility to fight off physical defenders and score. The girl who plays the position is subjected to being battered every time she touches the ball.

hey might have at the start of the 2018 boys tennis season seemed a pairing that was unlikely to advance far in the postseason, but Stagg’s Michael Wolan and Josh Blim proved wrong any doubters — including, perhaps, themselves.

Making Like a fish An unexpected journey to water waves Sandburg’s Joey Jenkot Sandburg’s Tara Maher Experienced Wolan, newcomer

oey Jenkot was determined to make his final season playing water polo at Sandburg count.

“I’ve been doing aquatic sports, swimming and water polo, since I was 5 years old,” Jenkot said.

“This was my last season playing either, so I wanted to go out with a big year. It ended up being an awesome year in both swimming and water polo. That meant a lot.”

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Wolan, a two-time sectional singles champion, and Blim — a newcomer on the tennis scene in 2018 — captured the Class 2A Sandburg Sectional doubles title on May 19 over Reavis High School’s Mark Liszka and Justin Woroszylo 6-0, 6-2. The Chargers No. 1 doubles team didn’t drop a single set at sectionals en route to a berth in the state tournament.

For their efforts — which included an overall record of 12-3 and a SouthWest Suburban Conference doubles championship — Wolan and Blim have been selected The Regional/Reporter’s Boys Tennis Players of the Year.

Jenkot shined as a senior for the Eagles, scoring 101 goals, dishing out 60 assists and making 53 steals, while helping lead the Eagles to a 24-7 record and a share of the SouthWest Suburban Conference title. They advanced to the Lincoln-Way East Sectional championship game before falling to the host Griffins.

Jenkot’s high school water polo career concluded with him being named second-team All-State by Illinois Water Polo. He’s also the 2018 Regional/Reporter Boys Water Polo Player of the Year.

“We went into this year with a lot of returning players,” Jenkot said. “Only one player graduated from last year. I was really comfortable playing with my teammates.

“Me and Josh Grella played on the same side of the pool and we really clicked. We had great chemistry. We assisted on a lot of each other’s goals. He helped me a lot.”

Jenkot thrived after a position change. As a junior, he played the hole set almost exclusively and had success. This season, though, he spent more time playing an outside position.

“It wasn’t a huge adjustment because I played outside my sophomore year,” he said. “I really liked playing out there because it gives me an opportunity to create more space and create my own offense. It’s a lot different when you’re not that target in the hole that everyone is clamping down on.”

First-year Sandburg coach Matt Niemeier said Jenkot’s versatility allowed the Eagles to try different looks offensively.

“Joey can slide into any position and do a nice job,” Niemeier said. “This year, playing outside more often, he was able to show a more complete understanding of the game. He did a really good job adjusting to different schemes and being able to do different things.”

Niemeier was also impressed with Jenkot’s relentlessness.

“Joey’s a very aggressive player,” he said. “A lot of players kind of sit back a lot of the time, but he’s always going for it.

When he’s on defense, he’s always looking for the steal and on

“It’s a really tough position,” Maher said. “A lot of the girls defending me at that spot are a lot bigger than me. It’s really intimidating.”

Sandburg coach Jim Caliendo, who led the girls team for the first time in 2018 after 24 seasons as head of the Eagles’ boys water polo program, had at the start of the season intended to take some of the pressure off Maher.

“I promised her I’d split time with her and other girls in the hole, and let her play outside some of the time,” Caliendo said. “It just ended up not panning out. We tried other girls in there that just didn’t work out, and Tara ended up playing there all year. She just got better and better as the season went on.”

Maher ended up thriving in the spot, scoring 100 goals on just 195 shots. She added 35 assists and 32 steals, and received Illinois Water Polo first-team All-State honors.

She’s also earned the title of Regional/Reporter Girls Water Polo Player of the Year.

Maher’s success all came down to confidence.

“I just had to remind myself that I could be stronger,” she said. “My teammate Natalie Barkowski defended me in practice and she really pushed me. She helped me get tougher and helped me get better.”

On a team with six senior starters, Maher became the go-to player and led the Eagles to a 26-7 record. Sandburg reached the Lincoln-Way East Sectional final before falling to the host Griffins.

“Coach Caliendo made a big difference,” Maher said. “At first, we didn’t know we could have such a good season, but coach Caliendo really believed in everything our team could do. He gave us a lot of confidence.”

Maher first played water polo in the summer before her freshman year at Sandburg. After a year on the junior varsity team, she became a varsity starter as a sophomore.

“It definitely helped me a lot playing as a sophomore and

Coming into the 2018 season, Wolan had amassed quite the career at Stagg. As a freshman, he finished third in doubles at sectional in doubles.

Then, he won singles sectional crowns in his sophomore and junior seasons.

Blim, however, had never played competitive tennis before this season.

For a long time, Blim spent his springs playing baseball; but, as he got older, America’s pastime just wasn’t as fun for him, anymore. With the spring months now open for Blim — but with the desire to still compete athletically — he set his sights on the family game.

“My dad and my brother played tennis, so for my senior year, I said, ‘Why not?’” Blim said. “It turned out pretty well.”

The key was in finding the right partner. Blim had that in Wolan — as they had been longtime friends prior to this season.

“I decided to play doubles [this season] because it was my last year, and I wanted to have some fun with a friend,” Wolan said of his senior season. “I knew that Josh was very athletic, so I knew that we could still do pretty good.”

For Blim, transitioning from baseball to tennis was not as difficult as one might think.

“I knew a couple of guys on the team, so it was easy to transition into,” Blim said. “I had a lot of fun doing it, and I had one of the best partners in the state — so that helped a lot.”

Having that instant chemistry with Wolan didn’t hurt.

“It was very easy,” Blim continued. “We were playing well together [early] and we were joking around on the court. A couple of times, we’d have an easy match and we would be joking around with each other while we were playing. It was just a fun time the whole season.”

Blim said Wolan possesses every skill that makes up a great tennis player.

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Fire midfielder Aleksandar Katai scored the equalizing and game-winning goals five minutes apart in the second half to help Chicago to a 3-2 win over New York City on June 30 at Toyota Park.

Katai is sizzling for Fire Midfielder continues his hot streak with pair of goals in win over NYC From staff reports The only thing hotter than the sweltering temperatures at Toyota Park last Saturday may have been Aleksandar Katai.

The Fire midfielder concluded a month of June during which he blistered opponents by scoring two goals within a five-minute span to help the Men in Red to a 3-2 victory over New York City FC. Nemanja Nikolic also scored, and Dax McCarty had two assists to help the Fire take down the Eastern Conference’s second-place team.

The win moved Chicago (6-5-7, 23 points) into sole possession of sixth place and the final playoff spot in the East. The Fire went unbeaten in seven matches on all fronts in June, going 2-0-3 in five MLS matches and a 1-0-1 in two Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup matches.

Katai’s emergence as a legitimate No. 2 scorer to Nikolic, the 2017 Golden Boot winner, has Chicago eyeing a second-half surge and playoff berth. The Serbian forward, whose slow start to the season coincided with his team’s early struggles, scored five goals in June and has six since May 31 to raise his season total to a team-leading eighth tallies.

He has scored or assisted in a club-record eight consecutive MLS contests.

Facing a 2-1 halftime deficit against visiting New York City (9-4-4, 31 points), the Fire received an immediate spark early in the second half from Katai, who scored the equalizer in the 47th minute.

Gaining possession on the right touchline, Katai eluded a defender and fired a left-footer past New York City goalkeeper Sean Johnson.

Katai would put Chicago ahead for good in the 52nd minute, this time after receiving a feed from Elliot Collier and shaking a pair of defenders before firing a strike over Johnson’s shoulder for his eighth goal in 17 appearances this season.

Katai emphasized the team’s solid play as of late over his own goals/assists streak.

“I think most important for us is that we got three points and we need to keep it up,” he said.

“I think, every game we play better and better, and I hope that we will keep playing good. I also think that the team played good and with more confidence. I just think that we are all players that are important for the team. It’s not one player —– like we see in the World Cup, only (Portugal’s Lionel) Messi, it’s not enough.”

With Katai playing as well as he has since joining the Fire, McCarty is intent on getting him the

ball as much as possible.

“He scored two great goals,” McCarty said. “He’s a match-winner, he’s been a match winner-for us for the past couple months and he’s in tremendous form right now. When you got a guy that’s as hot as he is right now, creating chances and scoring goals the way he is, you’ve got to get him the ball, you’ve got to make sure that you’re getting him in dangerous positions. He did that tonight.”

The game was played under a blazing sun, and temperatures were in the mid-90s with a heat index that rose to well above 100 degrees. Still, more than 15,000 fans filled Toyota Park.

“It was tough, the heat was very difficult but both teams had to deal with it and had to play through it,” McCarty said. “I thought they dealt with it better because they kept the ball better, it’s as simple as that. We struggled mightily to keep possession; on a hot day, you’re just going to wear yourself out.

You can’t do that, it was alarming how much we just lost the ball so easily and basically let them step on the field and let them dictate the entire game.

“That’s one of those games where you have to grind and you have to make sure that you dig deep, because you are tired, everyone is exhausted.”

The Fire got off to a fast start when Nikolic opened the scoring in the sixth minute. The star striker received a through-ball from McCarty and beat Johnson for his 31st MLS regular season goal.

“I just got a little bit of space, they pressed us in the midfield pretty well the whole game and the one or two times I got a little bit of time and space, I wanted to look up and try to play forward,” McCarty said. “That was one of those plays where Niko just kind of rides with the line and luckily, he stays onside and I just have to play a good ball to his feet and then he’s pretty much in. He did all the work, I just had to get it to him and he had a great finish and it’s good to get him going again and get him back on the score sheet in league play.”

New York responded in the 36th minute when Ismael Tajouri-Shradi blasted in a left-footed shot from outside the penalty area. Four minutes later, Jo Inge Berget finished a set-piece header to give the visitors a 2-1 lead.

New York pressured the Fire on several occasions down the stretch, but key saves by Richard Sánchez helped preserve the 3-2 victory.

“I think it was at the moment a very difficult game for us,” said Fire head coach Veljko Paunovic.

“We wanted to have the possession, every time

we did that in the first half, it was very important because of the weather and how hot it was outside and I think it’s very important that you dominate, you control the ball, but we had formed a very good team.”

Paunovic praised the play if substitutes Alan Gordon, Tony Tchani and Mo Adams, who came off the bench to provide much-needed help, given the exhausting conditions.

“That’s the spirit that we have,” he said. “It’s great to see that you become a member of this team and it’s great to be the coach today of the Chicago Fire. I’m very, very proud of the group.

We just have to know that right now where we stand, we have to keep working. Finally we passed that red line and now we just stand above and in the group for the playoffs, but that doesn’t mean anything for one week. We have to stay consistent, we have to keep working, building on top of what we are assembling right now, and that’s a confident group that can adapt and adjust to any demand of the game, and be smart, and try to be smart and lucky and that’s what it is. That’s how it works.”

A comeback win against one of the league’s top squads is encouraging for the Fire, who appear to be trending upward after an inauspicious start to the season.

“I think this is the first time this year that at halftime, we come back from a negative result and win the game, close down the game, win it against a team that since I’ve been here, we didn’t have the opportunity to win, and they’re one of the best teams in this league,” Paunovic said. “It’s been a difficult game. We showed character. We showed capacity in moments when we were dangerous and created chances and more than anything converted, today, the few chances we had in a pair of situations and above all with the two great goals by Katai.

“The most important thing was to see that we showed character and were capable of making a comeback. It’s important that we were finally able to get over the line and be in playoff position and we’ve beaten a team that in the past has been almost impossible for us. Once again, we’ve added another opponent that is in playoff contention that we’ve beaten this season. I think it serves a lot looking forward to gain confidence, keep working, and keep improving.”

The Fire travel to face the Vancouver Whitecaps at BC Place at 9:30 Saturday, July 7. The game will be broadcast on ESPN+ and Univision Radio WRTO AM 1200.

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St. Laurence AD earns certification from national group The National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association has recognized St. Laurence High School Athletic Director Tim Chandler a certified Master Athletic Administrator.

To earn this distinction, Chandler has demonstrated exemplary knowledge, contributions and ongoing professional development in the field of interscholastic athletic administration. The voluntary certification process included a thorough evaluation of the candidate’s educational background, experience, NIAAA Leadership Courses and professional contributions. It is culminated with a practical written

or oral presentation project.

Chandler is one of a very elite group of interscholastic athletic administrators nationwide to attain this level of professionalism, according to the NIAAA. The NIAAA is a national professional organization consisting of all 50 state athletic administrator associations and more than 10,000 individual members. It is dedicated to promoting the professional growth of high school athletic administrators and preserving the educational nature of interscholastic athletics and the place of these programs in the secondary school curriculum.

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offense, he’s looking to score.”

Jenkot felt he benefited from being one of the more experienced players in the pool in most games he played.

“I did a water polo camp one summer in fifth grade and going into

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learning from all the seniors that year,” she said. “Learning from them was different than learning from a coach, because they have the perspective of being in the pool. Sarah Dolitsky played the hole set that year and she helped me so much.”

St. Laurence High School Athletic Director Tim Chandler has received certified Master Athletic Administrator status from the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.

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seventh grade I practiced with the Sandburg team over the summer,” he said. “I had a bit of experience coming into high school, then I was a starter on varsity as a sophomore.

Getting that experience helped me a ton the rest of my career.”

When he made his varsity debut, Jenkot quickly realized how hard he’d have to work.

“On JV, you could pretty much just swim by people and score,” he said.

“On the varsity level, everyone’s as fast as you and as strong as you. It comes down to how much work you put in and how much time you spend getting better.”

Jenkot will attend Marquette in the fall, major in engineering and participate in the Navy ROTC. He hopes to

be a Navy pilot. If he can fit it in to what will surely be a busy schedule, he may play club water polo.

If not, he’ll always remember his last season in the pool.

“I’m going to remember the time I spent with my teammates,” he said.

“The practices, the practical jokes, just messing around with each other and having fun. It was a great time.”

Prior to this season, Maher decided that she wouldn’t play water polo in college. That gave her a sense of urgency for her senior year.

“I knew I didn’t want to continue after this season,” she said. “I treated every game this season like it was my last water polo game. I left it all in the pool.”

Maher’s efforts were certainly reflected in the results. In addi-

tion to the water polo honors she received this season, she was also named Sandburg’s Senior Athlete of the Year.

“This season was an eye-opening experience for Tara,” Caliendo said.

“I don’t think she ever realized she could be this good. She kept getting better as the season went on and she became a dominant player. I’m really happy for her.”

Playing with some of her best friends on a veteran team, Maher made her final season a fun one.

“This year, since we had six seniors starting and one junior who was super close to all us seniors, we were such a close-knit team,” Maher said.

“We all wanted to make this season our best. We made it a year that I’ll definitely remember.”

summer crackdown on illegal boat charters in the Chicago area snagged 22 operators who will face Coast Guard citations totaling more than $50,000 in fines, according to Coast Guard officials.

Over the past two weeks, 39 boats were boarded by the Coast Guard and conservation police from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources. In addition to the Coast Guard notice of violation citations, the OUTDOORS state officers handed down 14 misdemeanor charges WITH obstruction of JIM KIRBY including justice.

The illegal charters were stopped on Lake Michigan and the Illinois River near Starved Rock State Park. The operators were slapped with administrative controls placed on their vessels, with orders from the Coast Guard to immediately cease operating as commercial passenger vessels until they comply with all federal laws and regulations.

Failure to comply with the order can result in a civil penalty of up to $90,000 per day of continued operation, up to a total fine of $250,000. Continues violation is a Class D felony that can lead up to 10 years in jail, according to the Coast Guard statement.

Fishing report

Since the June 15 re-opening of perch fishing in the Illinois waters of Lake Michigan and its tributaries, local anglers have been doing well, a favorite setup for perch fishing is drop-shotting with soft-shells and/or minnows.

Wisconsin outdoor report as of June 28 After last week’s rain and high water, things are settling down and getting back to normal just in time for the 4th of July holiday. There are still some closures on properties in northwestern Wisconsin, but many properties and facilities remain open.

Some roads and trails at American Falls and Pattison state parks remain closed, but campgrounds are open. The horse trail at Governor Knowles State Forest, one campground at Merrick State Park, and trails and picnic areas at Interstate Park along the river are still underwater. Canoe landings at the Brule River are no longer underwater and are useable again.

Canoe and kayak traffic has been busy on many rivers. Paddlers should note that the lower Wisconsin River is running very high for this time of year and virtually no sand bars are available for camping. Central Wisconsin trout streams are at normal pool to slightly elevated levels, perfect for fishing.

The Hex hatch is starting to slow down and the fish are starting to hit spinners again.

IIDNR releases carp final report and action plan The pernicious invasion of Asian carp has presented a problem for Midwestern states for decades, with the spread of these fish seemly impossible to stop. While numerous government efforts have affected the most critical areas, it is apparent that greater resources must be devoted to controlling the proliferation of the invasive species.

Novel broad-thinking approaches are needed to effect marked change. To this end, Illinois DNR is sharing a Business Process Analysis and Action Plan as a guide to bolster current removal activities and further reduce the spread of Asian carp in Illinois Waterways, as well as protect Illinois native species.

NRA announces sponsors for 2018 NRA National Pistol Championships

The National Rifle Association announced the sponsors for the 2018 National Pistol Championships scheduled July 9-13 at historic Camp Perry in Clinton, Ohio. This year’s sponsors include Lapua, SK, Ruger, Mossberg, Champion’s Choice, FN America, Laur Custom Weaponry and Otis Technology.

The National Pistol Championships, part of the historic National Matches, is a precision pistol or “bullseye” competition and is considered to be the pinnacle of competitive pistol shooting because it is entirely based on accuracy instead of speed. Competitors attempt to hit a 1.7-inch bullseye target at distances of 25 and 50 yards. Each competitor makes 270 shots over the duration of the match, where a bullseye counts for 10 points and shot that land in concentric circles receive less.

The National Matches, considered America ’s “World Series of the Shooting Sports,” have been a tradition at Camp Perry since 1907. Each summer, the nation’s finest civilian and military marksmen and women square off for competition in various formats and events.

About the National Rifle Association

Established in 1871, the National Rifle Association is America ’s oldest civil rights and sportsmen’s group. Nearly 6 million members strong, NRA continues its mission to uphold Second Amendment rights and is the leader in firearm education and training for law-abiding gun owners, law enforcement and the military.

Think about it Recently saw a sign that read: “Watch for children.” That’s actually a pretty fair trade.

(American Legion Magazine) E-mail Jim Kirby at kirbyoutdoors@sbcglobal.net

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Clueless Sosa still living in a fantasy world T

here was a time when I loved Sammy Sosa.

Okay, so maybe “love” is the wrong word, but in the context of sports fandom I think you all know what I’m talking about. He was on my short list of all-time favorite players, which includes Ryne Sandberg, Andrew Dawson, Greg Maddux and Mark Grace. For you Sox fans out there, how you felt and probably still feel about Carlton Fisk, Frank Thomas and Paul Konerko — that’s how it was for me when it came to Sosa.

The show he and Mark McGwire put on during the summer of 1998 as the two sluggers challenged Roger Maris’ single-season home run record was must-see TV. Baseball fans across the country were enthralled by the race, as was Major League Baseball, a league that had still not recovered from the strike that cut short the 1994 season and resulted in the cancellation of that year’s postseason and World Series. I, at the time a student at Eastern Illinois University, found a TV whenever and wherever I could.

Sosa finished that season with 66 home runs — four behind McGwire’s then record-setting 70 — but though he lost that battle the Cubs won the war, qualifying for the playoffs for the first time since 1989. And Sosa was voted that season’s MVP, an accomplishment few people who had followed his career to that point could have ever seen happening.

Sure, Sammy had indisputable raw talent — power, speed and a cannon arm — but he was an unremarkable baseball player who several years into his career still made “rookie” mistakes, was useless in the clutch, and

frustratingly flailed at low-and-outside breaking balls. His 1994, 1995 and 1996 seasons were very good — look them up when you get the chance, if you’re into that sort of thing — but it just seemed he would never put it all together and become a superstar.

And to watch a guy with that skill set be unable to realize his potential was disappointing.

Then 1998 happened. Sosa was coming off an underwhelming 1997 season, so not a whole lot was expected of him, or the Cubs, for that matter. But it was obvious from the start something was amiss. Sosa was laying off that breaking ball in the dirt and was just a more patient hitter overall. He was taking the ball to right field instead of wildly swinging and trying to hit every pitch 500 feet to left field, and he was drawing walks at a more frequent pace than ever before. And while it at first seemed he was sacrificing some power to be a better hitter, we soon learned that was far from the case. As pitchers realized they were not as likely to get Sosa out throwing garbage, he began getting more pitches to hit — and he rarely missed. His performance during June was legendary as he belted 20 home runs — the most any player has hit in any month in MLB history, then or since.

Sosa would prove to be no one-hit wonder. He would hit 60-plus home runs twice more, becoming the only player to ever surpass 60 round-trippers three times, and his 2001 season — 64 homers, 160 RBI, 146 runs, .328 batting average, .437 on-base percentage, .737 slugging percentage and 1.174 OPS — is one the greatest statistical performances in baseball

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The Easy Writer history. And although his skills would begin to diminish over the following seasons, he was a key contributor to the 2003 team that advanced within five outs of making it to the World Series. His game-tying homer off Marlins closer Ugueth Urbina in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 1 of the NLCS is among the most memorable moments in Cubs playoff history — at least in any season that didn’t end with a World Series championship, and we know how many of those there have been in our lifetimes.

It was evident during this amazing run that Sosa was an egomaniacal, attention-craving superstar. Behind the fun-loving, exuberant exterior there was an emotionally fragile man-child who winced at even the slightest hint of criticism. It grew tiresome, but as we do with our sports heroes, we look beyond their obvious flaws because of — let’s be honest — the trivial thrills they provide and the success they help bring to our favorite teams.

By the end of the 2004 season, many Cubs fans had had enough of Sosa’s antics, and if his prima donna attitude hadn’t already turned them off, he severed many of the last tethers of goodwill when he took his ball — or in this case his bat and glove — and walked out on the team during the final game of the season. The petulant child he had been all along had reared

its ugliest head.

Then came the allegations of PED use and his being named as one of many players who failed a PED test before there were penalties for doing so. He denied ever using PEDs, as he had done all along — during his glory days citing, practically with a wink, “Flintstones vitamins” as the source of his strength. By then anyone with a brain knew it wasn’t juiced balls, juiced bats or watered-down pitching, but rather juiced players that were the reason behind the video game-type numbers that altered the record books during the late-1990s and into the 21st Century.

So where’s all this going? Sosa, in a story appearing in Sports Illustrated, is still steadfast in his denial that he ever used PEDs. In the same interview, he also equates himself to Cubs great and Ernie Banks, and questions why the Cubs have not honored him — as the organization has Banks — with a statue outside Wrigley Field.

I, for one, don’t even care if Sosa used PEDs. There are undoubtedly players from Sosa’s era who used PEDs and are enshrined in the Baseball Hall of Fame, and most of us recognize that it is likely the majority of players between 1995 and into the first decade of this millennium were juicing. Heck, we know Willie Mays and other superstars from the 1960s, 70s and 80s were jacked up on amphetamines, but I don’t hear anyone talking about that when it comes to PEDs in baseball. That doesn’t make it okay these guys cheated, but I’m not one of these people who thinks these guys cheated me out of anything. I mean, it’s just baseball; it’s

not like they started a war under false pretenses or covered up the institutional, systematic sexual abuse of children. You know, actual, really serious issues?

What irks me about Sosa is his stubborn refusal to come clean and admit to what he did. And by not simply keeping his mouth shut and fading away, he continues to insult our intelligence by denying it. In his oblivious, narcissistic view he is saving face by refusing to acknowledge the error of his ways, but the reality is his lack of contrition makes him look even worse.

He actually believes he has a legacy to protect.

And a statue outside Wrigley, aside the likes of Ernie Banks and Ron Santo? Those men conducted themselves with dignity and class, and ingratiated themselves to the Cubs faithful by giving back to the organization and fans that gave them so much. Sosa gave us moments on the field, but beyond that did nothing but take.

All of this is indicative that Sammy is seriously out of touch with reality, which is usually the case with egomaniacs. Our society is very willing to forgive when people come clean, particularly for something as trivial as cheating in baseball, but when one continues to lie about that which we all know he is lying, we simply dismiss him as a fool.

Sammy Sosa, once the toast of the town, has reduced himself to a punchline. He would look more appropriate in a jester’s hat than a Chicago Cubs cap.

Jason Maholy is Sports Editor for The Regional and The Reporter.

WOMEN’S SOCCER

Red Stars use their heads

Hosts score twice on headers to topple Washington 2-0 From staff reports The Red Stars extended their unbeaten streak to four games with a 2-0 victory over the Washington Spirit last Sunday at Toyota Park.

Defender Casey Short notched her first goal of the season on a header, and Yuki Nagasato also tallied on a header for her third of the year.

Chicago saw a scoring opportunity in the opening minute after Washington goalkeeper Aubrey Bledsoe was disposed for the ball by rookie Michele Vasconcelos.

Sam Kerr was able to track it down and shoot from close range, only to have her shot denied.

Vasconcelos nearly found her first-career goal minutes later, but

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Stagg tennis doubles partners Josh Blim (left) and Michael Wolan with coach Jon Daniels.

Boys tennis

Continued from Page 1 “So, me coming in to play tennis, I didn’t have any of the fundamentals down,” Blim said. “For the first few weeks, I was practicing serving. All the other kids would be practicing forehands and backhands and doing different drills, and my coach — my old basketball coach, which is another reason why I wanted to play tennis — would take me aside, and I would hit [close to] 100 serves to practice the form.”

Despite not having much experience with tennis, Blim was able to rely on some of the other skills he had developed playing other sports.

“I had acquired some pretty good handeye coordination, so I was pretty good at the net,” Blim said. “That worked out really well.

[Wolan] would hit a super-hard serve, and they would have a hard time hitting it back — and then I’d smack it in their face. That was basically all that was in my utility belt.”

They also evened each other out on the court. Wolan said he gets mad pretty easily on the court. One of the ways the pair complemented one another was how Blim could get Wolan to calm down.

Blim also was good at fixing his own mistakes quickly.

“He was really good at changing [his playing style] whenever he made a mistake,” Wolan said. “He could listen and take instruction [and adapt] so easily.”

Good to go Wolan, who has played tennis since he was 4 years old, said he could tell he and Blim were good after the third or fourth match of the season.

“We were having so much fun out there playing together — and we were doing really well, because we didn’t lose a single match,” Wolan said. “Going into sectional, I was very confident we’d win.”

Blim, meanwhile, did not expect the level of success the duo experienced during the season. In fact, when he first told his father that he was considering going out for tennis in the spring, they joked that maybe Blim would be able to get to state like his older brother had on the tennis team.

“We were joking around about it, because I had never played before,” Blim said. “So, when it became a reality, it was very surprising that things turned out the way they did.”

Going into the sectional final, the duo had won their three prior matches convincingly.

her strike from outside the box caromed off the crossbar.

After a few shots on goal, the Red Stars finally took the lead in the 34th minute. Danielle Colaprico sent a lofted corner kick into the box, and Short rose above the fray to find the ball with her head and put it past Bledsoe.

The Red Stars ended the first half with a 1-0 lead, then extended the advantage in the 60th minute as Kerr spread the ball out wide and sent a cross to Nagasato, whose diving header hit the back of the net.

The Red Stars (5-7-3, 22 points) are in fourth place and in playoff position in the NWSL. They were scheduled to face the North Carolina Courage on Wednesday.

For Wolan, it wasn’t enough. He wanted to make sure they left with the title.

“I had won sectional [in singles] the two years before that, but I wanted to win [the final] for Josh,” Wolan said. “I wanted him to feel how awesome that was. We went out there not messing around at all. We beat them pretty easily.”

It was a big moment for Blim.

“I had never won sectionals in any other sport, so for it to be with tennis was even crazier for me,” Blim said. “It was the highlight of the season.”

At state, Wolan and Blim lost to CaryGrove’s Michael Ptaszek and Daniel Sowa, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4 in the first round. In the first round of the Consolation Bracket, the duo recovered to beat Moline’s Hunter Henning and Shiv Puri by a score of 6-4, 7-6.

But their state experience and remarkable season came to an end in their next match, when they were eliminated by Libertyville’s Kenny Herrmann and Nathan Valley, 6-0, 6-1.

Wolan will attend the University of Alabama this fall, and said he might try to walk on to the tennis team. He plans to study business marketing.

Blim will attend the Milwaukee School of Engineering, where he will study industrial engineering.

Photo courtesy of Chicago Red Stars

Casey Short and Yuki Nagasato scored their first and third goals of the season, respectively, in the Red Stars’ 2-0 win over the Washington Spirit.

Free training available for those who want to officiate high school and youth football Classes are forming for persons who want to learn to officiate high school and youth football. No experience or prerequisites are required to earn an IHSA officials license.

Classes are free. Six-week training

course covers the rules, penalty enforcement, positioning and game film review.

Completion of the class provides aspiring officials the opportunity to work games in the 2018 season.

Class will be held July 10 through Aug

14. For more information, location details and to register online visit iaco-official.org The Inter-Athletic Council of Officials (IACO) is an organization composed of 16 sports officials associations throughout northeast Illinois. Member officials of

these associations officiate most IHSAsanctioned sports.

IACO’s mission is to recruit and train new as well as veteran officials in standardized methods and techniques of officiating high school sports. Football

training classes have “graduated” hundreds of officials over the last 15-plus years from the eight-county Chicagol metropolitan area.

Training classes in basketball, baseball and softball are also offered.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST, N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR LSF9 MASTER PARTICIPATION TRUST Plaintiff, -v.JANICE LADIK, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY-INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, ORLAN-BROOK CONDOMINIUM OWNER’S ASSOCIATION Defendants 17 CH 12880 15813 S. ORLAN BROOK DR., UNIT #50 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 4, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 14, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 15813 S. ORLAN BROOK DR., UNIT #50, ORLAND PARK, IL 60462 Property Index No. 27-14-302-018-1050, 27-14302-018-1150.

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium.

The judgment amount was $75,516.29.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719 Please refer to file number 281150-9804112382.

If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 281150-9804112382 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 12880 TJSC#: 38-3016 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC Plaintiff, -v.KEVIN MELFI A/K/A KEVIN R. MELFI, JULIA A. MELFI A/K/A JULIE A. MELFI A/K/A JULIE MELFI, STATE BANK OF COUNTRYSIDE, AS TRUSTEE, UNDER A TRUST AGREEMENT DATED AUGUST 27, 1990 AND KNOWN AS TRUST NUMBER 90978, DITECH FINANCIAL LLC, TD BANK USA, N.A., MIDLAND FUNDING LLC, CITY OF PALOS HEIGHTS, AN ILLINOIS MUNICIPAL CORPORATION, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 16 CH 16274 12548 SOUTH 76TH AVENUE Palos Heights, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 10, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 13, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12548 SOUTH 76TH AVENUE, Palos Heights, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-25-302-001-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $258,141.17.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 291-1717 For information call between the hours of 1pm - 3pm. Please refer to file number 16-081646.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 16-081646 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 16 CH 16274 TJSC#: 38-4370 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PACIFIC UNION FINANCIAL, LLC Plaintiff, -v.NAIL TADROS, LUBNA HAMATMEH-TADROS Defendants 2018 CH 00225 10510 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE PALOS PARK, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 3, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 13, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10510 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, PALOS PARK, IL 60464 Property Index No. 23-32-205-010-0000.

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 in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-17373.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-17373 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 00225 TJSC#: 38-3107 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION (‘’FANNIE MAE’’), A CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND EXISTING UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Plaintiff, -v.MARY C PELECH, OAK HILLS CONDOMINIUM I ASSOCIATION, OAK HILLS COUNTRY CLUB VILLAGE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 08234 7657 GOLF DRIVE, UNIT 1B PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 17, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 7657 GOLF DRIVE, UNIT 1B, PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463 Property Index No. 23-36-303-143-1086.

The real estate is improved with a residential condominium.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 262909.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 262909 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 17 CH 08234 TJSC#: 38-4207 I3090322

Houses For Sale IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2005-D, MORTGAGE-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-D; Plaintiff, vs.

MARJORIE D. ADAMS; WAYNE A. ADAMS; CITIBANK, N.A.; DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYMENT SECURITY OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; FIA CARD SERVICES, N.A.; VILLAGE OF ARLINGTON HEIGHTS; MARJORIE D. ADAMS AS TRUSTEE OF THE VICTORIA LAND TRUST; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF MARJORIE D. ADAMS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF WAYNE A. ADAMS, IF ANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 15 CH 12854 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 30, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 23-27-402-007-0000.

Commonly known as 12401 South 91st Avenue, Palos Park, IL 60464.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 360-9455 WA15-0500.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-1 Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL CAGALA AKA DANIEL J. CAGALA AKA DANIEL J. CAGALA JR., CAROLYN CAGALA AKA CAROLYN D. CAGALA, VILLAGE OF OAK LAWN, STACEY VALLARTA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 11326 10721 LAWLER AVENUE Oak Lawn, IL 60453 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 5, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 26, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10721 LAWLER AVENUE, Oak Lawn, IL 60453

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ALAN FELSENTHAL, ANGELIQUE MCGLASHAN, VILLAGE OF OAKLAWN, VILLAGE OF PALOS PARK, CITIBANK (SOUTH DAKOTA) N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS-TENANTS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 04406 9850 WILD CHERRY LANE Palos Park, IL 60464 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 7, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 9850 WILD CHERRY LANE, Palos Park, IL 60464

Property Index No. 24-16-417-007-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $221,189.86.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, or a unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). In accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(h-1) and (h-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the property, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subsections (g)(1) and (g)(4) of section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact the sales department, Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC, 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120, NAPERVILLE, IL 60563, (630) 453-6960 For bidding instructions, visit www.

AnselmoLindberg.com. Please refer to file number F16070135.

Property Index No. 23-28-407-007-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single unit dwelling.

The judgment amount was $310,315.66.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in AS IS condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

For information, contact Plaintiff s attorney: WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC, 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850, Chicago, IL 60603, (312) 605-3500 Please refer to file number IL-003866.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Anselmo Lindberg & Associates, LLC 1771 W. Diehl Road, Suite 120 NAPERVILLE, IL 60563 (630) 453-6960 E-Mail: foreclosurenotice@anselmolindberg.com Attorney File No. F16070135 Attorney ARDC No. 3126232 Attorney Code. 58852 Case Number: 16 CH 11326 TJSC#: 38-5182 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.

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.

WEISS MCCLELLAND LLC 105 WEST ADAMS STREET, SUITE 1850 Chicago, IL 60603 (312) 605-3500 E-Mail: intake@wmlegal.com Attorney File No. IL-003866 Attorney Code. 56284 Case Number: 16 CH 04406 TJSC#: 38-4172 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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Learn about law enforcement careers at Bridge Teen Center The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Ct., Orland Park, offers several events for teens in seventh through 12th grade. For more information, call (708) 532-0500.

“Surf’s Up” Beach Night & Art Studio: Frisbee Painting with One Shot Finch and TruGurt takes place from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. July 6. Students will step into a photo booth and snap a picture while sporting their favorite Hawaiian shirt, shorts and sandals. They will also be able to paint their own Frisbee and cool down with frozen yogurt provided

by TruGurt while listening to One Shot Finch.

Ballet Bar Fitness with Pure Barre will be held from 2 to 3 p.m. July 11. Students will learn

from the fitness instructors at Pure Barre how to do a total body workout that uses the ballet barre to perform small, isometric movements. Students should wear appropriate workout clothes, socks and gym shoes.

Handyman: Electrical House Wiring with IBEW NECA will be offered from 4 to 5:30 p.m.

July 11. Students will work with a team to manipulate electrical pattern challenges on a practice board and learn the essentials of voltage and resistance and understand circuits, so they can install electrical wiring or fix a problem in their future home.

What It’s Like to Be series: Police Officer with the Alsip Police Dept. is scheduled from

3:30 to 4:45 p.m. July 12. Students will see what it’s like for Alsip Police to serve and protect the community. Attendees will learn about what a police officer’s typical day is like and hear about some crazy-but-true stores in law enforcement. Teens will also try on a bullet-proof vest and see if they can get out of handcuffs.

Advanced Writing: How To Co-Write A Book is a class that will be held from 5 to 6 p.m.

July 12. Students will tap into the expertise and creativity of another talented writer by working on a project together.

More information can be obtained by calling the number above or visiting www.thebridgeteencenter.org.

Farm-raised catfish gets even Orland’s Market at the Park more flavor with this recipe has four big dates this month Orland Park’s Market at the Park is in full swing this summer at Crescent Park, 9705 W. 142nd St. Held from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Market at the Park features free entertainment, food trucks, readyto-eat food, yard games and lots of shopping.

This year, product offerings at Market at the Park include fruits, vegetables, meat, sweet treats, olive oils, honey, arts,

crafts, jewelry, clothing, décor and more.

The market also features a new Cruise Night, open to antique, vintage, classic, or newer vehicles, including motorcycles.

All makes and models can participate.

Cruise Night is first-come, firstserved, with no entry fee. A designated parking area will be reserved for participating vehicles.

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Farm-raised catfish is a great choice for diners who prefer healthy, sustainably sourced seafood. But as flavorful as farmraised catfish can be, chef Kevin Gillespie, author of “Fire In My Belly” (Andrews McMeel), wanted to up the flavor factor even further, ultimately crafting this recipe for “Shrimp-Stuffed PanFried Catfish.”

schedule, through July 26 (the final day of the market) includes: • July 5 – Strung Out Band – ‘70s music • July 12 - Pearls Mahone vintage Americana • July 19 – CK & The Gray SHRIMP-STUFFED PANcountry / pop • July 26 – Serendipity - pop FRIED CATFISH Serves 4 / rock Performances are subject to • 8 skinless center-cut catfish fillets, about 2 change. ounces each • 1/3 cup Fresh Shrimp Paste (see below) • Canola oil for frying • 3/4 cup fine-ground cornmeal • Salt • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour • 2 large eggs • 1/2 cup Avocado Puree (see below)

1. Pat the fillets dry with a paper towel. Trim the fillets so that they are the same size and thickness.

Set 4 of the fillets skin-side up (where the skin used to be) on a paper towel and spread each with 1 tablespoon shrimp paste; you want a nice thick layer evenly covering the fillet. Top each with a second fillet, (former) skin-side down. Refrigerate to allow the shrimp paste to set and kind of “glue” the fillets together, about 10 minutes.

2. Heat the oil in a deep fryer to 325 F. Or heat 1 inch of oil in a deep skillet to 325 F. This frying temperature is lower than normal

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to allow the heat to reach the filling before the outside burns.

3. Line a baking sheet with a cooking rack. Season the cornmeal with salt.

4. Bread the fish using the 3-step fry prep with the flour, eggs and seasoned cornmeal. Fry the fish until it’s golden brown, 5 to 6 minutes. If you are panfrying, fry for 4 to 5 minutes, flip over and fry for another 3 to 4 minutes, until all sides are golden brown. Transfer the fish to a rack to drain.

5. To serve, use a thin-bladed knife to cut each fish bundle in half cross-wise. Spoon a pool of avocado puree onto the center of each serving plate and stand the two halves cut-side up on the puree.

FRESH SHRIMP PASTE Makes about 2 cups • 2 egg whites, at room temperature • 12 ounces shrimp, peeled, deveined and diced • 1 tablespoon Sweet Herb Blend (see below) • Salt 1. Fit a mixer with the whisk attachment and add the egg whites to the mixer bowl. Beat on low speed until frothy, then crank it up to high and beat until soft peaks form when the whisk is lifted.

2. Fit a food processor with the metal blade and add the shrimp to the work bowl. Pulse about 6 times, or just until the mixture is nearly smooth. Add the egg whites, herbs and a pinch of salt.

Pulse to a smooth paste, about five 5-second pulses. Transfer to

a bowl and refrigerate until ready to use. This is best used the day it is made.

3. To make the sweet herb blend, gather together equal parts fresh celery leaves, parsley leaves, tarragon, and thyme (stems removed). Mince and go.

Note: Leftover shrimp paste can be used to make shrimp toast as an appetizer. Remove the crusts from white sandwich bread and cut the bread diagonally into quarters. Spread each triangle with about 2 teaspoons shrimp paste and fry, shrimp-side down, in an oiled skillet over medium heat until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Flip and fry the toasts for another minute to brown the bottom crust. Transfer to a paper towel to drain.

AVOCADO PUREE Makes about 1/2 cup • 1 ripe avocado • 1 plump lime • 1 tablespoon water • 1/2 teaspoon salt 1. Cut the avocado in half from the north pole to the south pole and remove the pit. Cut the flesh into small chunks and transfer to a mini chopper or small food processor with about 1 tablespoon lime juice, the water and the salt.

Puree until smooth, about 30 seconds. Press the puree through a fine-mesh strainer to make it even more velvety. Cover and refrigerate. If you are making and storing the puree overnight, squeeze some more lime juice over the surface of the puree before covering it so that it won’t turn dark.

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In centuries past, humans spent much of their time in nature, hunting, foraging and living life without the comforts of extensive shelters. Fast-forward several centuries, and the tables have turned dramatically.

The Environmental Protection Agency says the average person spends 93 percent of his life indoors, with 87 percent of the time inside of a building, and the remaining 6 percent in an automobile. These shocking results indicate that the equivalent of just one half of one day per week is spent outdoors. And people may be paying a price for spending so much time indoors.

There’s various reasons to believe that being outdoors can be good for a person’s health. The National Institutes of Health and Harvard Medical School say that, in addition to providing physical benefits, simply spending time in nature in any form can improve mental outlook, boost creativity, elevate mood due to natural light, improve concentration, and reduce stress. A study from the St. Louis University School of Medicine also said that spending

time outdoors can help a person sleep better. That’s because natural sunlight can set the body’s internal clock.

Despite all of the benefits of getting outside, many people find it challenging to do so thanks to their busy schedules. The following are a few ways to increase time in the outdoors that do not require major commitments.

• Bike or walk to work. For those who live close to their offices, walking or cycling to work is a simple way to spend more time outdoors. People who take public transportation can get off the train or bus a few stops early to get some exercise and breathe some fresh air.

• Lunch outside. Take your lunch hour outdoors rather than in an indoor cafeteria or restaurant. Office workers are urged to go to a park or green space to give their brains a rest from urban stimuli. Lunch is the ideal time to do just that.

• Invest in a screen room at home. A screened-in porch, lanai or other space can bridge the indoors to outside and serve as a restful place to enjoy some fresh

air while being protected from insects and inclement weather.

• Set strict “no device” times.

Schedule a time when devices are disconnected and the entire family enjoys some recreation outdoors. Let kids get back to the basics of bike riding, skating, playing pick-up sports games outside with friends, and all of the activities parents enjoyed as youths.

• Dine al fresco. Opt for outdoor seating at a favorite restaurant. This will provide an hour or more to take in the sights and breathe some fresh air while enjoying a meal.

• Meet friends at outdoor places. When engaging in recreational activities, plan them at outdoor venues, such as parks, beaches, town centers, boardwalks, and other areas where everyone can have fun and still be outside.

Fresh air, sunshine and time spent in nature are good for the mind and body. People concerned that they’re spending too much time indoors should seek ways to spend more time outside whenever possible.

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The Center has a new slate of interesting activities A Cosmic Walk at the Labyrinth will be held at 10 a.m.

Sunday. Participants will walk, reflecting upon the evolutionary nature of the cosmos. Some are calling this the “New Story” of our time, The Center said in its weekly press release. All are welcome to engage the magnitude, elegance and wisdom of the continual unfolding of creation on our Labyrinth.

Grow Your Own Tea Herbs will be demonstrated from 2 to 4 p.m. July 8. Lois Lauer will share the secrets of her tasty homegrown herbal teas from the farm garden: chamomile, peppermint, lemon verbena, apple mint and more, all laced with the sweet leaf stevia, also grown in the garden. The class will begin by picking herbs in the farm garden, then proceeding to the Anderson Center kitchen at the Farm to make and taste teas from both fresh and dried herbs. Instruction will include how to dry herbs and how to create tea bags.

Participants will go home with a collection of teabags, fresh herbs for drying, recipes for Lauer’s favorite teas, and some small pots of tea herbs to grow. Class fee is $16 plus an $8 materials fee.

Meet at The Children’s Farm at The Center.

Rain Chain Bracelets workshop is being offered from 6 to

8:30 p.m. July 9.

Instructor Liz Credio will help students learn different techniques to create a rain chain bracelet made with copper wire, and to create a closure. Students will learn metal stamping to create a cute charm for their bracelet as well. Workshop fee is $22 plus a $7 materials fee. Participants will meet at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts.

Metalsmithing for Jewelry will be the topic of four Tuesday night classes, beginning July 10, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Instructor Mary Michaelson will show students how to create a ring or pendant by working with silver, copper, or brass. The class will learn the basics of metalsmithing such as sawing, filing, sanding and soldering. Advanced instruction will be given to continuing/ advanced students. The class fee is $85 plus a $25 materials fee.

Instruction will be offered at The Log Cabin Center for the Arts.

Plein Aire Sketch and Watercolor instruction will be offered from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 12. Instructor Lois Hrejsa and art students will visit Lincoln’s Landing and The Gaylord Building in Lockport for this meeting.

Painting and drawing is scheduled until 12:30, when the group breaks for lunch followed by a group critique. Students are asked to

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Left: Create a beautiful piece of jewelry with instruction July 10 at The Center in Palos Park. Right: Learn how to craft this accessory July 9 at The Center.

bring art supplies and a folding stool or chair. Pre-registration by calling The Center is necessary to

receive a detailed schedule with exact locations and lunch details.

Classes are for students with some

art experience. A fee $22 per session will apply.

The Center is located at 12700

Southwest Hwy., Palos Park. More information can be obtained by calling (708) 361-3650

Enjoy July programs at Lake Katherine Nature Center Introduction to Nature Photography (adult education) will be held July 17 from 6 to 8 p.m. Lake Katherine volunteer Jack Martin will impart his knowledge of nature photography. During a two-hour class at the Nature Center, Jack will discuss settings, subject placement, times of day and also how the best camera is the one you have with you. This is a theory class.

Attendees must bring a camera. The cost is $6 per person. Call the number below to reserve a spot.

Stargazing will be held July 21 at 9.30 p.m. It’s a free family astronomy night (donations accepted) featuring guest Joseph Mayer of the Chicago Astronomical Society. Outdoor viewing with telescopes (provided) will take place in the Anniver-

sary Garden area. Mayer will show how to see various planets and the first phase of the moon. No pre-registration necessary.

Summer Series: Wine & Nature is scheduled for July 26 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery will be onsite for an evening of wine tasting and music. A Lake Katherine naturalist will host a presentation on the different natural

sounds heard around the lake at this time of year. Cost is $30 per person. Reservations required.

Volunteer Restoration Workday will be held July 31 from 9 a.m. to noon.

Help Lake Katherine staff clear invasive species from the west side of the lake.

Meet at the Nature Center at 8.45 a.m. or take a stroll around the lake until you

spot a crew at work. Please wear closedtoe shoes, long sleeves and bring a water bottle.

Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens is located at 7402 Lake Katherine Dr. in Palos Heights. Many more activities for the month are available.

More information and registration may be obtained by calling (708) 361-1873.

McCord art camp will keep young creators engaged An art camp for children 7 to 12 years of age will run from July 9 to 13 at McCord Gallery & Cultural Center, 9602 W. Creek Dr., Palos Park.

The camp will be held from 3:30 to 5 p.m. The art studio will be filled with professional art supplies for junior artists to experiment with and learn, said camp organizers in a press announcement.

Classical techniques in drawing and painting will be taught and Supplied photo creative expression will be encouraged. Students will work in watercolor, colored pencil, acrylic and Despite a week of heat and rain, the heavens cooperated on June 23 and the summer solstice of two days prior was celebrated in the gardens of Patricia charcoal and enjoy lots of projects and Michael Bailey of Palos Park. To make the most of the day, more than 40 women celebrated the light and nature by engaging in outdoor activities. that are too messy to do at home.

The fee per child is $70 for They “mellowed out,” according to the hostess, while listening to a gong meditation by Bill Nielsen, gong master and T’ai Chi instructor.

Summer solstice marked with gong meditation

HOROSCOPES ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 Aries, when everything is going your way, you are absolutely glowing. But if things don’t come naturally to you, frustration may set in. Find a balance between the two.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Taurus, planning stages are over and now you’re about to turn your goals into reality. Just be sure to adapt to the changing environment as things unfold.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, you might be seeking ways to help others in need, but you do not have patience when things take longer than expected. Stick to the plan and see it through.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, it is important to support others’ goals and the steps they take to achieve them, even

if you do not necessarily agree with their formula for success.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Happiness has less to do with what is happening in the world and more with your own perceptions, Leo. Keep this in mind as you move forward in life.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, challenges at work may be tiring you out. People may seem like they are all over the map instead of working together.

Try to get everyone going in the same direction.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Avoid going too far off in your own direction this week, Libra. Before making any rash decisions, take some time to ask questions and get answers.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, if something doesn’t initially work to your liking, don’t

be shy about giving it another go. The challenges ahead will be worth it when you ultimately succeed.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/ Dec 21 Your creativity and emotions are linked this week, Sagittarius.

Pour your heart and efforts into a special project that reflects just how you are feeling.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Nothing in a current relationship is unfolding as you had expected, Capricorn. That’s alright. This sense of adventure that keeps you guessing is a welcome change.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, working closely with others is one of your strong points. Disagreements on how to approach different projects can be

tricky to navigate, but you’re up to the task.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20 Pisces, this week there may be little separation between your career and personal life. If that works for you, forget the naysayers.

McCord members and $75 for non-members. Reservations are required and can be obtained by calling McCord at (708) 671-0648.

Lace up and walk to combat domestic violence August 4

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia Auxiliary will present its 10th Annual “Walk Against FAMOUS BIRTHDAYS Domestic Violence” fundraiser on JULY 5 Saturday, August 4 at the Lake Edie Falco, Actress (55) Katherine Nature Preserve, 7402 JULY 6 Sylvester Stallone, Actor (72) Lake Katherine Drive (College Drive) in Palos Heights.

JULY 7 Participants may check in at 8 Ringo Starr, Drummer (78) a.m. for the one-mile walk, which JULY 8 will take place from 8:30 to 11 Jaden Smith, Actor (20) a.m., rain or shine.

JULY 9 All proceeds benefit services Fred Savage, Actor (42) provided by the Crisis Center for JULY 10 South Suburbia, a non-profit comSofia Vergara, Actress (46) munity organization that provides JULY 11 emergency shelter, legal advocacy Georgio Armani, Designer (54) and other essential services for

individuals and families victimized by domestic violence.

Registration is $15 per adult, payable by check or money order to the CCSS Auxiliary. Donations are welcomed from anyone not attending.

The event will feature raffles and blood pressure screenings. Adult walkers will receive a free bag, water and raffle ticket.

Tax-deductible donations can be sent to the CCSS Auxiliary P.O. Box 174 Palos Park, IL 60464 or will be accepted on the day of the event. More information may be obtained by calling (708) 448-2419.