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By DAN FARNHAM LEMONT – During an evening with plenty of pomp and circumstance, the Lemont Village Board passed and discussed items during its Monday meeting that will soon affect residents.
1. Outdated parking machines at Metra Station to be replaced The board approved the purchase of three new commuter parking machines for the Lemont Metra Station. Village Administrator George Schafer said the machines are nine years old and have become outdated. They do not have a back office function, so the village only
knows that the machines are not working when they receive a complaint. “I know how much of a hassle they have been as of late,” Mayor Brian Reaves said. The new machines cost $35,100 and are expected to be installed by Oct. 1. Once they are installed, daily parking rates will be increase from $1 to $1.50. The machines will allow payment by credit card and phone. For the village, the machines offer remote status monitoring and parking enforcement. Schafer said the village also will be revamping its Metra permit process and will be sending out letters in September.
2. Police celebrate big night The Lemont Police Department honored several officers and a young resident during the meeting. New officers Ryan Killian and Patricia Sheridan were officially sworn in after joining the department earlier last month. Officer Rob Keane received a life-saving award for resuscitating an unconscious person using the Heimlich maneuver. Denise Bode received the DARE Award for her years of teaching drug education in Lemont classrooms. Sydney Thornton was recognized for submitting the winning T-shirt design for the Kops-N-Kidz event this weekend.
3. Ash tree removal to start Monday
4. Mayor alludes to ‘exciting’ developments in next year
Homer Tree will be out removing parkway ash trees affected by the emerald ash borer starting Monday in the Glenys and Hillview subdivisions. Schafer said a letter has been sent out asking residents to help with the process by moving their cars. The process is expected to take a couple of days, after which the tree removers will move on to the McCarthy Pointe subdivision. Residents also can pay Homer Tree to remove infected ash trees on private property. For information, visit lemont. il.us.
Reaves ended the meeting by applauding the work the village has done around town, whether it is construction projects or bringing new businesses to town. “There’s a lot of heat that gets put on the village board for lack of activity and lack of progress,” he said. “If you go around town, there are a lot of things getting done.” He also mentioned other “exciting things” developing that he looks forward to sharing once details become more definite. “I think the next 12 months are going to be another exciting 12 months in Lemont,” he said.
Lemont Police Chief Shaughnessy to retire at year’s end By DAN FARNHAM LEMONT – Lemont Police Kevin Shaughnessy has announced his intention to retire at the end of the year. Shaughnessy said he had planned to retire last year, but with the number of high level village employees who already were leaving, Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves asked him to stay on for another year. He said he is not ready to give up working entirely and would like to see what options Shaw Media file photo are available while he still is Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy speaks during the facility ded- able to work. The village of Lemont is ication of the new police department. advertising the position, and
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“Chief Kevin Shaughnessy has not only brought extreme stability to the Lemont Police Department, he has been a great mentor to myself and a great friend.”
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stability to the Lemont Police Department, he has been a great mentor to myself and a great friend,” Reaves said. “I Brian Reaves wish him only the best in his retirement.” Lemont mayor Shaughnessy said he believes there is a solid leadership team in the village and Reaves said they hope to have the police department and a new chief in place by the first hopes he has helped build that. of the year. “The proof will be after I “Chief Kevin Shaughnessy has not only brought extreme leave,” he said.
ON THE COVER Paul and Corinne Davidson of Lemont hold a photograph of their son, Paul III, in front of a barn outside their home Wednesday. Erica Benson - ebenson@shawmedia.com
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Paul and Corinne Davidson walk near the garden their late son Paul helped build in the backyard of their Lemont home. ting up, she said. “Somebody said, ‘Why don’t we make it a fundraiser and see what we can do?’ ” she said. Paul’s mother, Corinne Davidson, said talking with classmates and friends of Paul has shown her a side of her son
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LEMONT – The family of Paul Davidson, the Lemont native who died in a motorcycle crash days before he was to graduate from the University of Illinois, are honoring his memory by starting a scholarship for architecture students at the university. To help them raise money, several of Davidson’s former classmates from Lemont High School are holding the Paul Davidson III Memorial Picnic Paul and Fundraiser Davidson III at noon Aug. 10 at Northview Park, 1115 McCarthy Road, Lemont. Amy Flynn, one of the organizers of the event, said a couple of the members of the Lemont High School Class of 2001 discussed having the event after Davidson’s funeral. They later heard about the scholarship the family was set-
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about, she said. “People were thinking how much of an impact he has had,” she said. “We thought, ‘Here’s this guy who went and served our country.’ It all made us reflect more about what we are doing in our lives.” Several Lemont High School alumni are lending their skills to the event. John Koklys will bring his band, The VJ Sings, to the event. Rachel Owen from Image Icon will provide a photo booth. Alexis Hanneman will do face painting. Kendra Jarding of The Couple of Cookies will be providing cookies. Boy and Girl Scouts will help run children’s games at the event. Lemont businesses have also helped by making monetary donations for the scholarship fund and item donations for a basket raffle. Flynn remembers how the Lemont community lined the streets with American flags during Paul’s funeral procession. “We’re just hoping that the community rallies around again,” she said. “Hopefully we’re able to raise money for the scholarship.” Corinne Davidson said she hopes the Paul W. Davidson III Scholarship Fund helps other students pursue their architecture education just as Paul had. She has a good idea of how Paul would react to the scholarship and picnic, both in his name. “If he knew this was going on, he would probably be embarrassed,” she said. “He was never one that wanted to be out in front of things. But, I think he would also be proud.”
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By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – When it comes to summer treats, ice cream is the king. But there is more variety to ice cream than the traditional scoop in a cone. Even in Lemont, you can find several different takes on ice cream, and sometimes in places that you wouldn’t expect. Here are four places in Lemont that offer their own kind of treats that the whole family can enjoy:
1. Muffins Ice Cream Shoppe Location: 400 E. Illinois St.
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This shop specializes in good, old-fashioned ice cream scoops and cones, as well as shakes, floats, coffee and tea. There are also a variety of flavors to choose from (at least 20), as well as some gelato, sherbet and frozen yogurt. They get their ice cream from Plush Horse Ice Cream in Palos Park, another place Lemont residents like to go if they are willing to drive a little further. The shop is only open during the warmer weather months, so these are truly treats that need to be enjoyed in the summer.
2. Sweetwater Deli Location: 316 Canal St. Sweetwater also offers gelato, but with a larger variety of flavors. Owner John Gioiosa said some of the flavors include Nutella, mint chocolate chip, strawberry cheesecake, salted caramel, various candy sundaes, chocolate, strawberry, canoli, banana’s foster and chocolate cookie dough sundae. There also is Italian ice available in lemon, raspberry and watermelon.
3. Lemon Tree Restaurant Location: 1035 State St. One Lemont village trustee said he swears by the soft-serve, chocolate milk shakes at Lemon Tree. The flavors are vanilla, chocolate and strawberry, and the restaurant also offers floats, malts and ice cream cones.
4. Kitaro Grill and Sushi Lounge Location: 1224 State St. Though it’s not known for its desserts, Kitaro offers Japanese mochi ice cream, which is small balls of ice cream covered in a soft, pounded sticky rice cake. Flavors are green tea, chocolate, strawberry, mango, red bean and vanilla. The dessert is available a la carte if you just want to get the treat without the full meal.
Kids, cops come together at Lemont festival By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The Lemont Police Department will educate and entertain children during the annual Kops-N-Kidz Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at Centennial Park, 16028 127th St. Lemont Police Commander Greg Smith said the police officers enjoy participating in the event each year. “They’re not dealing with kids in a bad light, like you’re going to a domestic battery and you see a kid,” he said. “You actually interact with them and show them that police officers are people, too.” The event starts with a bicycle parade at Lions Park, 60 W. Robert Drive. There will be vehicles from
local law enforcement and first responders for children to get a close look at, including a Chicago Police Department helicopter that will land. The Lemont police will be giving demonstrations with their amphibious vehicle, the ARGO. Smith said children also like the OBIE train and the fatal vision goggles used to simulate drunk driving. Other demonstrations include a police scavenger hunt, Cook County K-9 and a crime scene demonstration. “It’s educational-based, but it’s interactive with the kids,” he said. “That’s what makes it fun.” There also will be entertainment activities, such as pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, inflatables, a live
DJ and games. There will be a home-run derby at the Miracle Field, a raffle and a duck pond where children pull ducks for prizes. The police department will provide free hot dogs and potato chips, along with pop, juice and water. There also will be businesses and community groups that run parts of the event, including making popcorn, snow cones and cotton candy. “Businesses and the community have really gotten behind the day,” said Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy. Smith said they are anticipating 500 to 600 kids and they usually attract children as old as 13 and 14. Photo provided “Every year, it seems like it’s getting bigger and bigger,” Lemont police officers drive the ARGO all-terrain vehicle during the parade that kicked off the Kops-N-Kidz event last year. he said.
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Lemont, electric aggregation group agree to new contract By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The Will Electric Aggregation Group, which includes Lemont, has selected Homefield Energy as its new electric supplier, according to a news release. The aggregation group has signed a three-year contract that includes a 6.5 percent savings over the rate from ComEd, according to the release. Lemont Mayor Brian Reaves said the group’s previous two-year contract saved the 17 municipalities $25.5 million. He explained that there are two parts to the ComEd
bill: Power generation and transmission. By working together, the municipalities can go out to bid on the power portion to try to get a competitive rate. Reaves said the Illinois Commerce Commission allowed ComEd to raise the transmission rates by 33 percent, which will cut into some of the savings. According to the release, residents will receive notice about the new contract and have 21 days to opt out of participating without penalty. Those who do not respond will automatically be part of the program. For information, visit www. willelectricaggregation.org.
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LEMONT – In conjunction with the near completion of the Lemont 2030 Comprehensive Plan, the village of Lemont has created the “Lemont Pioneer Award.” According to a village news release, pioneers have “contributed to shaping the Lemont of today or may exemplify the vision and principles of Lemont’s tomorrow.” People who live or work in Lemont can be nominated in six categories, each representing one of the comprehensive plan chapters: • Our Civic Life – Active participants in the community who work tirelessly to enhance the economic and social vitality of the community • Our Community Character – Those who value, protect and help develop the aesthetic appeal, historic charm and the natural terrain and vistas of Lemont • Our Homes – Builders of
communal ties that welcome diversity and community growth in order to create a stable community and enhance support systems • Our Mobility – Advocates for connecting Lemont to regional amenities through transportation networks • Our Economic Prosperity – Those who support economic growth by buying local and employing local • Our Natural Resources & Recreation – Outdoor enthusiasts that seek to improve environmental conditions Recipients will have honorary profiles in the Lemont 2030 Comprehensive Plan and be acknowledged at the Mayor’s State of the Village in 2015. Nominations are due by Aug. 20 and will be voted on by the Planning and Zoning Commission. Nomination forms, as well as the draft of each comprehensive plan chapter, can be found at www.lemont.il.us/ lemont2030.
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Sunset Soiree Concert set Thursday downtown LEMONT – The band Rendition will play alternative, classic, country and pop music during the Sunset Soiree Concert at 6 p.m. Thursday at Stephen Street and Talcott Avenue in downtown Lemont. It is the second-to-last concert of the summer. The last one will be a back-to-school concert Aug. 21 at Covington Park. For information, call 630-2576787 or visit www.lemontparkdistrict.org.
Proceeds will benefit community services, including sight and hearing services and food pantries. Tickets cost $110 for golf and lunch and $45 a person for lunch only. For information, call event chairman Mark Joiner at 708-878-3333 or John Goushas at 708-878-1224 or visit www.lemontlions.org.
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LEMONT – Hair Cuttery locations, including 1218 State St., Lemont, are offering a ShareA-Haircut program for back to Lemont Lions to tee off school during August. for charity Aug. 8 According to a news reLEMONT – The Lemont Lions lease, for every child age 18 Club will hold its annual golf and younger who pays for a outing Aug. 8 at the Woodbine haircut, one will be donated to Golf Course, 13240 W. 151st St., an underprivileged child in the Homer Glen. community. There will be an 8:30 a.m. check- For a list of services available in before a 9:30 a.m. shotgun and pricing, call 630-243-9845 start. The event includes a best or visit www.haircuttery.com. ball scramble. –Suburban Life Media
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13965 Berkhansted Court, Orland Park, was charged with criminal damage to property after an incident at 6:49 p.m. July 22 in the 400 block of McCarthy Road. • A retaining wall was damTheft aged between 10 a.m. July 24 Ruth Freile, 52, of 14333 Acorn and 9:30 a.m. July 25 in the 1100 Court, Homer Glen, was charged block of State Street. with retail theft after an incident at 12:29 p.m. July 23 in the License violations 13400 block of Archer Avenue. • Kelly Patterson, 52, of 512 Diversatech Drive, Manteno, Marijuana possession was charged with driving while • Julio Aleman, 18, of 602 license suspended and suspendMcCarthy Road, Lemont, was ed registration for no insurance charged with criminal damage after a traffic stop at 3:32 p.m. to property, possession of mar- July 23 at 127th and State ijuana and possession of drug streets. paraphernalia after an incident • Cynthia Ruiz, 34, at 15 at 6:49 p.m. July 22 in the 400 Belmont Drive, Romeoville, was block of McCarthy Road. charged with no valid driver’s • Omar Marquez, 27, of 4164 license and speeding after a W. 78th St., Chicago, was traffic stop at 6:41 p.m. July 23 charged with possession of at 127th Street and Smith Road. marijuana after a traffic stop at • John Monslave, 21, of 556 E. 8:17 a.m. July 23 at 131st Street Jackson St., Joliet, was charged and Archer Avenue. with no valid driver’s license and improper lane use after a traffic Property damage stop at 11:53 p.m. July 24 at • William McKenna, 18, of Archer Avenue and 131st Street.
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Time to stop ‘kicking the can’ on transit Recently, Congress passed a bill to move about $10 billion into the Highway Trust Fund to prevent a cutback in road construction and transit funding. If additional money had not been transferred to the fund, federal spending on construction would have been slashed dramatically starting now, but we have put off this crisis now until the spring. I’m pleased we solved this funding problem in the short term without unnecessary politics and posturing. We should not be cutting construction jobs and stopping projects we COMMUNITY know are needed to fix our VOICE roads and transit. Dan That being said, I’m disapLipinski pointed we have kicked the can down the road into next year again instead of coming up with a long-term solution. We should roll up our sleeves and get to work on a robust, longterm bill that provides the level of funding we know our area and our nation need for road construction and transit, and we should be doing this before the end of the year. We need to get serious about long-term funding instead of searching the couches for change every few months or years. The Highway Trust Fund historically has been funded through a user fee, the gas tax. But for a variety of reasons, including more efficient cars, recent economic stagnation, and the fact that this user fee hasn’t been increased since 1993, the revenue into the Trust Fund has been dropping. We now have two choices: explore new and/or expanded revenue sources or face a sharp cut in federal funding for road construction and public transportation. Illinois is now looking at a cut of $390 million per year for road construction and $150 million per year for public transit if more revenue is not added to the Highway Trust Fund. I believe any revenue raiser should maintain the user fee concept – as touted by Ronald Reagan – where those who use our roads are paying to maintain them. We may need to think outside the box for these solutions, but forestalling those decisions for yet another year won’t lead to any better ideas, it will only make the challenges worse. As the senior member from the state on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I would appreciate your input on this important issue. We’ve got to find ways to come together because this needs to get done not just for the district or the region, but for our nation.
U.S. Rep. Dan Lipinski, D-Western Springs, represents the Third District of Illinois.
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During Monday’s Lemont Village Board meeting, Mayor Brian Reaves hinted at some “exciting things” on the horizon in Lemont.
During Monday’s Lemont Village Board meeting, Mayor Brian Reaves hinted at some “exciting things” on the horizon in Lemont. Reaves didn’t expand on the comments, but whether those “exciting things” are new businesses, capital projects or infrastructure improvements, we’re looking forward to hearing more. Friends of late Lemont native Paul Davidson III are rallying for his family by hosting a fundraiser on Aug. 10. Proceeds will go toward an architecture education scholarship in Paul’s name. If you’re looking to support a cause in memory of Paul, the memorial event will be at noon Aug. 10 at Northview Park, 1115 McCarthy Road, Lemont.
STREET TALK Q: With the recent international plane crashes, would you be nervous to fly internationally? “No. Statistically, it’s the safest form of transportation.” Tom Polivka, Lemont Ryan Terrell, news editor rterrell@shawmedia.com 630-427-6252
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mention that, he just once again follows the Fox News headlines. If your paper can’t find anyone to write a liberal point of view, then maybe you shouldn’t give Roskam his bully pulpit every week.
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In response to the July 23 Sound Off from the caller who is annoyed by village and school voicemails and notices that provide a translation option, you say you don’t want to pay to be annoyed. What is annoying you about a voice mail offering callers the option to push a button to hear a notice in a language other than English? Can’t you just not push the button offering the translation? And how are you being forced to pay for the translation? Do you mean that you don’t want any portion of your Revoke Roskam’s writing local taxes going to pay for the privileges in newspaper time it takes for a message to be I guess I shouldn’t be surprised recorded in another language? that your ultraconservative Do you think that if the village or newspaper allows Peter Roskam local public schools did not offer to continually write his misinfor- a language translation ... that mation. He obviously toes the Fox your taxes would depreciate? News story line. The latest writing And when you say that messagby him complains of the IRS tares are translated into languages geting conservative groups that few understand, are you talking was the Fox News story for weeks about Spanish? Do you think few on end of several years back, people understand Spanish? I’m and it turned out that the IRS not trying to be glib; I just hope targeted liberal groups as well. But of course, Mr. Roskam doesn’t See SOUND OFF, page 15
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America’s main language is English, correct? If this is true then why are there so many billboards in other languages? Back when America was accepting thousands of immigrants, they were required to learn English. There were interpreters, but there was no exception. If you wanted a job, learning English was your ticket. … Now, in order to get a job we, the English speakers, must learn another language. Don’t make us learn their language. We aren’t in their home country, they are in ours. Make them learn our language. Whatever language you speak in your house is your business, but don’t expect people on the street, in a store or elsewhere to cater to you. … If I was in their home country, I would try my best to learn the basics of their language. Be polite and courteous, learn English!
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Local Doppler radar just got better New severe weather tech detects recent EF1 tornadoes By BILL WIMBISCUS bwimbiscus@shawmedia.com ROMEOVILLE – Up until recently, six short-lived EF1 tornadoes spawned by two storms that tore through northern Illinois June 30 might have been all but invisible to the National Weather Service. The closest, which touched down briefly between Plainfield and Romeoville, was “embedded” in the storm front, Matt Friedlein said, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s Romeoville office. “All of the tornadoes happened in less time than the old radar scanning strategy takes,” Friedlein said. Atmosphere scans by the weather service’s Doppler radar – the massive white bubble that towers over Lewis University Airport – once took about five minutes to complete. The Doppler – ba-
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Meteorologist Andrew Krein monitors the weather over Lake Michigan on July 22 while working on the lakes marine forecast at the National Weather Service station in Romeoville. sically a rotating radar dish enclosed by the bubble – used to progressively scan the horizon from 0.5 to 19.5 degrees. The Plainfield-Romeoville
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tornado was on the ground for less than three minutes, a short enough time to form and dissipate in between scanning intervals. But a new system installed in June at the Romeoville office now scans lower elevations every 1.8 to 2.5 minutes. The system, called Supplemental Adaptive Intra-Volume Low-Level Scan or SAILS (see graphic), emphasizes scanning at elevations of 0.5 to 3.1 degrees, the area where tornadoes touch down. “We really focus on rotation closest to the ground,” Friedlein said. “A lot of storms rotate aloft, but to see that intensifying trend close to the ground is a key for meteorologists to issue tornado warnings.” While air movement itself is invisible to Doppler, the radar can see which way raindrops or hail are moving within a storm, Friedlein said. Dust clouds or insects sometimes can be used, he said. “The lowest angle down to the ground is where the key features of storms can be found,” Friedlein said. “Doppler allows us to see phase
changes in the storm, such as changes in wind speed, direction and movement, including rotation.”
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considered “weak.” Still, an EF1 twister can have wind gusts from 86 to 110 mph, according to the National Weather Service. The tornado spawned in LaSalle County by the storm, for instance, made a beeline for the village of Earlville, destroying one home and damaging several others, but caused no injuries. “SAILS helps us to better detect rapidly intensifying storms and short-lived tornadoes,” Friedlein said. Also new for Doppler is a radial noise filter that removes solar interference known as sun spikes from radar images, according to the National Weather Service. Another new feature will enable the radar to automatically determine the best settings for viewing velocity data for the strongest storms in the radar’s coverage area.
The system was almost made-to-order for the two June 30 storms. The powerful bow-shaped fronts, known as derechos, caused widespread damage in Will and Grundy counties, with downed trees and power lines knocking out power to nearly 400,000 utility customers at one point. The fronts were moving so quickly – up to 60 mph according to Friedlein – that the storms only lasted a few minutes before moving on to the east. And while most of the storm damage was credited to straight-line winds, the EF1 tornadoes were a major concern. “The tornadoes were shortlived, but they covered a few miles in a few minutes so they Boots on the ground were really hauling,” FriedleYet, technology only can in said. go so far, and forecasters still An EF1 tornado is the sec- rely on weather spotters for ond lowest rating on the six- data. point scale used by meteorologists to rate tornadoes and is See DOPPLER, page 14
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• DOPPLER Continued from page 12 but we’re not a point where we can see everything 100 percent,” said Harold Damron, director of Will County Emergency Management Agency. “It’s definitely a combination of eyes on the street and technology working in concert with each other. “We get eyes-on reports from law enforcement, firefighters or other types of spotters stationed out there and feed them into the weather service. It allows them to correlate what we see with what they see on the radar.” Jeremy Hylka, director of the Joliet Weather Center, agreed. “As much technology as we have, nothing beats the eye from a spotter in the field,” Hylka said. “It goes without saying.” One great advancement has been the ability to narrow down the geographic focus of weather warnings, Damron noted. In years past, severe weather and tornado warnings
Wireless alerts Meteorologists now can define a specific warning area on screen and issue a warning with the click of a mouse, Friedlein said. The weather service now can issue Wireless Emergency Alerts to cellphone towers in an affected area, which in turn will broadcast an audible noise and warning text to all newer smartphones within its range. “It broadcasts a sound you’re not used to hearing,” Friedlein noted. It’s a far cry from the old days when warnings were issued primarily by sirens, radio and television. Damron said he got a clear view of the limitations of the older technology during last year’s anniversary of the Aug. 28, 1990, Plainfield tornado, when he viewed a blackLathan Goumas - lgoumas@shawmedia.com and-white radar image of the A weather monitoring station tracks weather at the National Weather Service monitoring station in Ro- storm. “It was just a shock to look meoville. at it on the traditional round would be issued on a county frequently in too wide of an “You don’t want to get into radar screen,” Damron said. wide basis. area can lead to other prob- that ‘cry wolf’ area,” Damron “It’s amazing how far we have come.” Yet, issuing warnings too lems. said.
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Former U.S. Attorney General Alberto Gonzales speaks about legal ethics at a dinner event July 24 at Benedictine College. tions for about an hour, focusing on his time in the White House and the Valerie Plame affair, in which the identity of the then-undercover CIA agent was compromised by a reporter in 2003, eventually leading to her resignation and a criminal investigation. The former attorney general, who was serving as White House counsel at the time, came under fire for waiting overnight to tell staff to begin preserving documents because of the investigation. Gonzales brushed off the assertion, and said, “Through-
can’t spike pensions by earning more in the last year or two of Continued from page 11 their employment. And finally, private workers retire at age the caller will really just think 65 or older without guarantees about these questions. beyond that small social security payment. You made your bed. The problem with pensions Now sleep in it. For the caller asking how is it the teachers’ fault with respect to Another view on pensions, pensions: First, you voted for your Social Security union bosses and politicians who In response to “Padded Teachcaused the unfunded pensions. er Pensions,” corporate America Second, your contributions are routinely has raided pension much less than private workers funds with no one being proswho fund social security and ecuted for this! Thousands of 401(k)s. Third, private workers people have lost their pensions
as a result, and the taxpayers of this country are saddled with the burden of this action. [If] you do not pay into the Social Security system, it is doomed to fail, like your pension, because of mismanagement in both plans.
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Clean up Downers Grove Hey residents of Downers Grove, how about we clean up the trash from our yards? I live just northeast of downtown Downers Grove and I walk into town several days a week. I see debris sitting in yards for days, if not weeks. The village
doesn’t pick up trash blown in yards or thrown on lawns from idiots who are too lazy to find a garbage can. It doesn’t take much to walk out of your house, pick up the trash and throw it away. And while you are at it, how about picking some weeds out of the landscaping rock and maybe picking them up instead of leaving them [to] rot on your lawn? A lot of you look like you don’t care about your yard. We live in Downers Grove, people, not Dumpsville. Act like you care or move to somewhere where you can be a slob.
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keynote speaker didn’t cause much pause, Hardy said. “We didn’t have many conversations about that in particular, but we were aware of the fact that when he left there were people who had raised concerns about the constitutionality of waterboarding, whether waterboarding was torture,” he said. “But that wasn’t a primary component of the decision to bring him in or not bring him in.” Gonzales, who was recently named dean of Belmont University’s College of Law, spoke and answered ques-
Patricia Ann Amato, age 61 of Hinsdale, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2014. She was born to the late Paul and Doris Eleveld on March 17, 1953. Pat is lovingly survived by her daughters Shannon Marschak and Christine Amato; sister Karen (D.T.) Bricker; granddaughter Hailey Marschak; niece Kelsey Miller; nephew Brady (Erika) Miller; grand nephew Caleb Miller and numerous loving relatives and friends. A selfless, generous and influential woman, Pat's biggest passion in life was her family. Whether it involved swimming, crafting, gardening or traveling, it was all about the people that surrounded her. Hosting her loved ones in her home, brought continuous joy to her life. True to her father, she was also a devoted Cubs fan, despite their performance. Pat will be dearly missed and her memory will live on forever in the hearts of the people that loved her. A private memorial will be held. A public celebration of her life will be hosted on Saturday, August 2, 2014, please contact the family for details. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to St. Mary's Child Center, 901 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr St, Indianapolis, Indiana.
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A former attorney general in President George W. Bush’s administration made a stop at Benedictine University on July 24 to speak about ethics. Alberto Gonzales resigned from the position in 2007 after months of controversy surrounding the firing of several U.S. attorneys for what some claimed were political reasons, and his defense of post9/11 interrogation and surveillance techniques. “I know how difficult and frustrating it can be to work in Washington, where success is rare and every little misstep or stumble is magnified,” he said. “And contributing to hysteria that often envelops our nation’s capital these days is the reaction generated by even the whiff of a scandal or wrongdoing.” Gonzales spoke at a dinner in front of more than 100 area lawyers and students through a partnership of the Republican National Hispanic Assembly and Benedictine’s Center for Civic Leadership. The latter routinely invites speakers from both sides of the aisle to discuss their experience serving the public, said the center’s acting director and Assistant Professor of Political Science Phillip Hardy. The past contention of the
out the investigation, everything we communicated to the staff, we did it only after clearing it with the prosecutors. We wanted to avoid any possible charge of obstruction of justice, and we also felt this was very consistent with President Bush’s directive to fully cooperate with the investigation.” Gonzales said such cooperation is difficult for a large organization and that their staff’s decisions to avoid an internal investigation, laying out groundwork for ethical behavior and clear boundaries as to who White House counsel represented – Bush was advised to get an outside legal team – were examples many lawyers could follow. “I also learned that the best way to protect someone with whom you have a close relationship is to respect that there are lines of ethics and professionalism with you as a lawyer,” he said, speaking of the president. Gonzales said his time as attorney general was “the hardest thing I’ve ever done,” but that he would do it again. “Many believe our government is broken today, polarized by politics,” he said. “Unable to serve us effectively because too many members it seems are worried more about their next election than about the next generation.”
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WHERE: College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn WHEN: 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 29 COST & INFO: $65 to $80; www.AtTheMac. org, 630-942-4000 ABOUT: Famous for her breakout hit “Bubbly,” Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Colbie Caillat will open the 2014-15 Performance Series at the McAninch Arts Center. Single tickets for the rest of the coming season, starring artists from Clint Black to Frank Caliendo, go on sale in mid-August.
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WHERE: Barth Pond in Patriot’s Park, 55th Street and Grand Avenue, Downers Grove WHEN: 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 2 COST & INFO: Free, with registration that day; rules at www.dgparks.org, 630-963-1304 ABOUT: Reel in a big one at the Downers Grove Park District’s annual Fishing Derby, which will award $600 in cash prizes, with three tagged fish worth $100, $200 or $300 for lucky anglers younger than 16. Prizes also will be awarded for the shortest and longest fish caught at each age level. A fishing license is required for participants age 16 or older at the catch-and-release contest.
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Oak Brook Pinstripes offers ‘sophisticated fun’ OAK BROOK – A luxurious reimagining of restaurant and bowling alley is at the playful heart of Pinstripes. On a recent Sunday evening, we discovered it to be home to three B’s: a tempting bistro, indoor and outdoor bocce ball courts, and upscale bowling lanes. Situated on the perimeter of Oakbrook Center, the expansive two-story building extends to private party spaces and patios landscaped for privacy, and boasting a water feature, fire pits and flaming torches that bring all the elements together for a fun night out as a couple or with friends and family. Kids and adults will find bocce ball an easy game to pick up, and parents will relish the younger set having a ready diversion. But games are optional, because dining at Pinstripes is an attraction in itself. The patio full, we sat in the all-season section outside the attractive bistro with its stone and wood decor and eye-catching wine cellar to complement the craft beer selection. We were under a roof, but the walls – giant glass garage doors – were open to a beautiful summer night. Later on, with cappuccino in hand, we made our way to the circle of Adirondack chairs surrounding a fire pit. We didn’t want an evening to end that had started with a basket of freshly baked, warm bread accompanied by herbed oil and Parmesan. My companion enjoyed a tomato basil soup, and then our wonderful entrees arrived. He’d selected a wood-fired flatbread with fig and prosciutto, a generous eight slices that easily could double as an appetizer for four. The sweetand-savory balance of cheese and toppings was superb, and we both decided it was the closest we’d come in our eternal search for the perfect thin crust. Actually, I think we arrived. I ordered the braised short
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More photos online To see more photos from Pinstripes, find this story online at PlanitLife.com/mysterydiner ied for one of the signature martinis. Attention is paid to visual elements from artwork to Suburban Life Media photos custom lighting fixtures. And Pinstripes in Oak Brook is a 40,000-square-foot entertainment complex focused on Italian and American the staff at the entry smoothly cuisine and pampering service. Bocce ball courts and upscale bowling lanes are among featured attrac- direct people to the various attractions, whether it’s dintions, along with inviting patios on two levels. ing, private special occasion celebrations, live music on the weekends, or regular programs such as the daytime mom-and-tot play dates. As an enticement to return to dine, Pinstripes offers wristbands that entitle you to a free glass of wine on every visit. And while you can’t make s’mores at the fire pits, the menu features them as a dessert. To counter cooler patio temperatures, both heaters and blankets are on hand. The unique Pinstripes Prosciutto and figs, parsley and concept and design originated cheese top this well-crafted flat- in Illinois, and a Streeterville bread from the wood-fired oven. location is set to launch later A superlative dish is braised boneless short rib prepared with a red this year in Chicago to join wine reduction sauce featuring root vegetables and rosemary. South Barrington and Norththing except cappuccino, but brook. we explored the space before rib, which was tender and is made from scratch, and the we left. The Mystery Diner is a The bowling lanes – with lusciously melded with a red only things frozen are the innewsroom employee at Subleather couches, flat-screen wine reduction sauce accenthouse sorbet and gelato. urban Life Media. The diner’s TVs, and cocktail and food ed with rosemary and carrot There’s a gluten-free identity is not revealed to service – take the game to a and other root vegetables. It menu that will leave no one the restaurant staff before or whole other level. came with excellent mashed deprived, and includes one during the meal. Only positive And atop the main-floor potatoes with a light touch of of the regular desserts, the dining experiences will result bar, you can see the housegarlic. Frangelico chocolate cake. in published reviews. We were told everything Alas, we were too full for any- made limoncello being read-
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DRURY LANE MUSICAL ‘SPELLS’ COMEDY WHERE: 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace WHEN: Wednesdays through Sundays until Aug. 17 COST & INFO: Only three weekends remain to catch the Tony Award-winning musical comedy “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” at Drury Lane Theatre. Six overachieving and quirky adolescents are pitted against each other in the musical, in which random audience members participate in the bee for a touch of improvisation. In the cast are Bolingbrook native Jordan DeLeon and Hinsdale native Joe Dempsey. Tickets start at $40, with meal packages available; 630-530-0111, www.drurylane.com. small business owners gather to share ideas on how to increase business. Information: www.sbw360. com/kva%20Code:2020. DROP-IN STORYTIME, 10 a.m. Aug. 1, Bensenville Public Library, 200 S. Church Road, Bensenville. Open to all ages. Information: 630-766-4642. ACT II TAE CHI, 10 a.m. Aug. 1, Bethlehem Woods Retirement Center, 1571 W. Ogden Ave., La Grange Park. Information: gina.millette@ahss.org. SENSIBLE FITNESS FOR OLDER ADULTS, 10:20 a.m. Aug. 1, Aging Care Connections, 111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange. The cost is $48 for six classes or $10 per class. Information: www.agingcareconnections.org. FIESTA FRIDAYS, 1 p.m. Aug. 1, East End Pool, 463 Schiller, Elmhurst. Games and activities for all ages. Cost: $6$10. Information: www.epd.org. X-RAY GOGGLES: UNCOVERING HTML, 2 p.m. Aug. 1, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Painlessly discover HTML, the language of the web, with this interactive introductory course. Register. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org. TEEN MOVIE FRIDAY, 3 p.m. Aug. 1, Fountaindale Public Library, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. All movies rated PG-13 and below. Contact the Vortex for movie title information. For grades 6 to 12. Information: www. fountaindale.org. Cost: Free. Information: www.fountaindale.org.
LA GRANGE ENDLESS SUMMERFEST, 4 p.m. Aug. 1, noon Aug. 2 and 3, Gordon Park/Old YMCA, 90 Locust Ave., La Grange. Family fun, live music and entertainment for all ages. Fireworks Saturday and Sunday. Information: lgba.com/LaGrangeEndlessSummerfest. AIDAN O’TOOLE, 5 p.m. Aug. 1, Ballydoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Irish favorites along with some current radio hits. Information: www.ballydoylepub. com. TASTE OF ROSELLE, 6 p.m. Aug. 1 and 11 a.m. Aug. 2 and 3, Roselle Town Center, 55 Main St., Roselle. Food, live entertainment, carnival, bingo tent and craft fair. Cost: Free. Information: www.roselle.il.us/taste. SUMMER NIGHTS CLASSIC CAR SHOW, 6 p.m. Aug. 1, Main and Curtiss Street, Downers Grove. Cost: Free. VINTAGE RIDES, 6 p.m. Aug. 1, 100 East and 100 West blocks of Front Street, Wheaton. Check out antique cars. A different make or model of a classic car will be featured each week. Information: www.wheaton.il.us. FROZEN FRIDAY: COOL OFF WITH OLAF!, 7 p.m. Aug. 1, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook Center, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Build a sand castle and make snow clouds and snowflakes to keep Olaf from melting. Cost: Free. Information: store-locator. barnesandnoble.com/store/2361. ’80S NIGHT AT ARROWHEAD RESTAU-
RANT AND BAR, 7 p.m. Aug. 1, Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Road, Wheaton. Live music by System 80. Information: arrowheadgolfclub. org. EXPERIMENTAL AIRCRAFT ASSOCIATION, 8 p.m. Aug. 1, Lyons Township Hall, 6404 Joliet Road, Lyons. Information: 630-834-8016. BUNKERTOWN, 8 p.m. Aug. 1, Friendly Tap, 6733 W. Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. Live music. Cost: Free. Information: www.friendlytap.net or 708-484-9794. GREG SPERO TRIO, Lane Alexander, 8 p.m. Aug. 1, Wire Chicago, 6815 W. Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. Live music. Cost: $10. Information: 708-669-9473. FREE MOVIES UNDER THE MOON, 8:45 p.m. Aug. 1, Castaldo Park, 3024 71st St., Woodridge. “The Goonies” (PG). Cost: Free. Information: www. woodridgeparks.org. GILES COREY’S STONED SOUL, 9:30 p.m. Aug. 1, Harlem Avenue Lounge, 3701 S. Harlem, Berwyn. Live music. Cost: $6. Information: www.harlemavenuelounge.com or 708-484-3610.
AUGUST 2 DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE MARKET, 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Aug. 2, Main Street, Downers Grove. Saturdays through Oct. 18. Information: 630-968-8400 or www.indianboundaryymca.org/downtownmarket.
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“LIFELOGGERS: CHRONICLING THE EVERYDAY” ART EXHIBIT, through Aug. 17, Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. The 13 artists in this exhibition produce work in different media – from low tech to high tech – that demonstrates the chronicling impulse. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for seniors and children. Information: www. elmhurstartmuseum.org. “SOX VS. CUBS: THE CHICAGO CIVIL WARS” EXHIBIT, 1 to 5 p.m., Tuesdays to Sundays through Sept. 28, Elmhurst Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. Highlights include a Trivia Challenge, where fans test their knowledge of each club, and “Greatest Player” where visitors weigh in on the most subjective yet hotly debated baseball topics. Vintage pennant flags, bobbleheads, and trinkets from yesteryear are showcased along items from the present day. Free. Information: 630-833-1457 or www.elmhursthistory.org. HEIDI NORTON: PRISMATIC NATURE, through Aug. 24, Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. Heidi Norton’s work presents nature in a suspended state. Norton’s multi-part installation consists of custom-made window inserts, sculptural objects, interactive hot houses and living plants. Information: www. ElmhurstArtMuseum.org. “THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE,” through Aug. 17, Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. Follows the story of six overachieving and quirky adolescents pitted against each other in the spelling challenge of a lifetime. Four audience members get the opportunity to participate in this quirky musical. Cost: $35-$45. Information: drurylane.com or 630-530-8300. “THE GUN SHOW,” 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and 5 and 8 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 2, The 16th Street Theater, 6420 16th St., Berwyn. Five true stories turning the spotlight on a writer’s relationship with guns. Cost: $18. Information: www.16thstreettheater.org. “THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR,” 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays through Aug. 10, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31 St., Oak Brook. First Folio Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s comedy about Sir John Falstaff’s attempt to woo two wealthy married women. Cost: $22-$37. Information: 630-986-8067 or www.firstfolio.org.
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• GO GUIDE Continued from page 19 RED, WHITE & BLUE JOHN KURTZ 5K RUN/WALK, 8 a.m. Aug. 2, Pines Park, 4 N. 500 Church Road, Bensenville. Trophies and awards to top finishers from ages 9-90. Cost: $25-$30. Information: www.bensenvilleparkdistrict. org/pdcms/events. WHEATON FRENCH MARKET, 8 a.m. Aug. 2, Main Street and Liberty Drive, Wheaton. Flowers, locally grown produce, jewelry, crafts and more. Information: www.wheaton.il.us. FAMILY FARM FEST 2014, 10 a.m. Aug. 2, Church of the Holy Nativity, 275 S. Richmond Ave, Clarendon Hills. Games for kids, face painting, crafts, quilt raffle, cake walk, food. Proceeds benefit Heifer International. STORYTIME, 11 a.m. Aug. 2, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. A popular children’s book, followed by coloring or a craft. Cost: Free. Information: store-locator. barnesandnoble.com/store/2361. HEROES … A DAY WITH STARS & STRIPES! MILITARY VETERANS FESTIVAL AT CAMERA PARK, 11 a.m. Aug. 2, Camera Park, 101 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale Heights. Celebrate recently returned veterans. Live entertainment, food vendors and more. Cost: Free. Information: Photo provided by Johnny Knight www.vfwpost2377.com. “HANK WILLIAMS: LOST HIGHWAY” WHEATON BREW FEST, 1 p.m. Aug. 2, Memorial Park, Wheaton, IL, WHERE: Greenhouse Theater Center’s Downstage Mainstage Theater, 2257 N. 208 W. Union, Wheaton. Join us for Lincoln Ave., Chicago Wheaton’s annual Brew Fest: Sample WHEN: Wednesday to Sunday through Aug. 31 more than 100 local and national COST & INFO: $29 to $39; 773-404-7336, www.americanbluestheater.com beers, listen to live music, and enjoy ABOUT: Wheaton native Dana Black (shown) returns to play the narrator and delicious restaurant fare. Cost: $15waitress in a remount of American Blues Theater’s hit production of “Hank Wil$35. Information: wheatonparkdisliams: Lost Highway,” starring Matthew Brumlow in the title role. Last summer, trict.com/brewfest. MEET AUTHOR ED BENEDYK, 2 p.m. the musical played to sold-out houses, and now returns with the original cast. Aug. 2, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook It’s the musical biography of one of America’s legendary singer-songwriters, Center, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak chronicling Williams’ rise from humble beginnings in Louisiana to his triumphs Brook. Benedyk signs copies of his on the Grand Ole Opry stage, going on to become one of the great innovators novel depicting the gritty back streets of American music to his self-destruction at age 29. of Chicago, “Mr. Consequence.” Cost: Free. Information: store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2361. Studio, 301 Prospect Ave., Wood Dale. 9:30 p.m. Aug. 2, Harlem Avenue BOLINGBROOK SATURDAY CRUISE IN, Waltz, tango, swing, cha cha, rumba, Lounge, 3701 S. Harlem, Berwyn. Tra3 p.m. Aug. 2, Tailgaters Sports Bar & hustle, foxtrot and more. Light buffet ditional blues. Cost: $6. Information: Grill, 431 W. Boughton Road, Bolingand refreshments served. Parking is www.harlemavenuelounge.com. brook. All cars, trucks, bikes and free. Cost: $10. Information: www. clubs welcome. There will be a live DJ, just-dance.us. AUGUST 3 giveaways, food and drink specials, KARAOKE NIGHT, 8 p.m. Aug. 2, Sal’s goodie bags, dash plaques and a top Pizza Pub, 410 W. 22nd St., Lombard. MOTOR CHURCH SUNDAYS, 9 a.m. Aug. vehicle awards. Information: www. Information: salspizzapub.com. 3, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing tailgatersgrill.com or 630-679-1994. GREAT MEN OF MUSIC, 8 p.m. Aug. 2, Road, Lombard. Traditional, old-school DAN NAVARRO, 3 p.m. Aug. 2, This Old Glenbard South High School Audiperformances and classics. Cost: House Concert, 3145 Wisconsin, Bertorium, 23 W. 200 Butterfield Road, Free. Information: www.brauerhouse. wyn. Cost: $25. Information: www. Glen Ellyn. The Wheaton pops salutes com or 630-495-2141. houseconcert.org/shows.html. Nat King Cole, Duke Ellington, Billy PRENATAL, Postnatal and Nutrition Tips MIDDLE SCHOOL GEEK PROM, 7 p.m. Joel, Gershwin, Simon and Garfunkel for Your Infant, 1 p.m. Aug. 3, Courts Aug. 2, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. and others. Cost: $32. Information: Plus, 186 S. West Ave., Elmhurst. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Dance, play wheatonsymphony.org. Courts Plus dietician will answer games, and crown a king and queen KARAOKE, 9 p.m. Aug. 2, Riley’s Gathquestions about nutrition for your geek. Cost: Free. Information: www. ering Place, 590 S. York St., Elmhurst. body and for your infant. Cost: $10elmhurstpubliclibrary.org. Information: rileyselmhurst.com or $12. Information: www.epd.org. BALLROOM DANCE NIGHT, 7:30 p.m. 630-530-0858. KILL FOR CASH OPEN MIC COMEDY Aug. 2, Just Dance Ballroom Dance TOM HOLLAND & THE SHUFFLE KINGS, NIGHT, 7 p.m. Aug. 3, Brauer House,
1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. The crowd favorite will come back the following week to host, then return for the showdown on the last Sunday of the month to compete for a $100 cash prize. Information: www.brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141. SUNDAY NIGHT FLIX, 8 p.m. Aug. 3, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141. DJ JEFF OVERSTREET, 8 p.m. Aug. 3, Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill, 431 W. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Cost: Free. Information: www.tailgatersgrill. com/ or 630-679-1994.
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www.woodridgelibrary.org. SF BOOK CLUB: THE DOOR INTO SUMMER, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 4, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut St., Western Springs. Discuss Robert Heinlein’s “The Door Into Summer.” Cost: Free. Information: fordlibrary. org. BAGS COMPETITION, 8 p.m. Aug. 4, Ballydoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Information: www.ballydoylepub.com/admin/ ecalendar.php. DARTS TOURNEY, 8:30 p.m. Aug. 4, Ballydoyle in Bloomingdale, 152 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale. Information: www.ballydoylepub.com.
AUGUST 5 HINSDALE FARMERS MARKET, 7 a.m. Aug. 4, Burlington Park, Chicago Avenue, Hinsdale. Fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables, eggs, honey, ciders, cheeses, Mirai corn, meats and poultry, jams, preserves, cut flowers, and nursery stock. Local food artisans bring coffee, prepared foods and other goodies. Free admission. Information: www.hinsdalechamber. com. MIKE WILLIAMS COSLEY CLASSIC GOLF OUTING, 11 a.m. Aug. 4, Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Road, Wheaton. Supports Wheaton’s Cosley Zoo. Cost: $50-$850. Information: arrowheadgolfclub.org. READERS’ THEATRE GROUP, 2:30 p.m. Aug. 4, Community Recreation Building, 320 E. Wildwood, Villa Park. Adult/senior program. Cost: Free. Information: 630-834-8525. LAKE PARK EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION’S MINGLE AT MEDINAH, 5 p.m. Aug. 4, Medinah Country Club, 6N001 Medinah Road, Medinah. Barbecue buffet dinner, networking, and a silent auction. Proceeds will be used toward the creation of a Memorial Garden at Lake Park High School. Cost: $60. Information: https://lplunch.lphs.org/ foundation. LEGO MADNESS, 6 p.m. Aug. 4, Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Aa specially themed Lego building challenge and free build. Cost: Free. Information: www.mybpl.org. THE BASICS: MEMORY LOSS, Dementia and Alzheimer’s, 7 p.m. Aug. 4, La Grange Park Public Library, 555 N. La Grange Road, La Grange Park. Information on detection, causes and risk factors, disease stages, treatment, and more. Cost: Free. Information: www.lplibrary.org. RISQUE BINGO, 7 p.m. Aug. 4, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Adults only. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141. PACK YOUR LUNCH!, 7 p.m. Aug. 4, Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive, Woodridge. Clair Boone, a frugal-living expert, will provide ideas for making nutritious, inexpensive lunches. Cost: Free. Information:
COFFEE, Cards and Chatter, 9 a.m. Aug. 5, Hodgkins Park District, 8997 Lyons St., Hodgkins. Meets the first and third Tuesdays of each month. For those age 55 and older. Cost: Free. Information: www.hodgkinspark.com. IN STITCHES, noon Aug. 5, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. For knitters, crocheters and needle work enthusiasts of all levels. No registration. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org. 2ND AND 3RD GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION, 3:30 p.m. Aug. 5, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Read “Blast Off!” by Nate Ball and come for a discussion, games, and crafts. Cost: Free. Information: www. elmhurstpubliclibrary.org. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, 5 p.m. Aug. 5, Wood Dale City Hall, 404 N. Wood Dale Road, Wood Dale. Annual Police Community event. Bingo, DJ, kids’ games & prizes, raffles, police and fire vehicle display, balloon artist, K9 Officer, free ice cream, and public safety information. Free water park entry and hot dogs at pool at 7 p.m. Cost: Free. Information: www. wooddale.com. BOYS HIP HOP (AGES 6-12), 6 p.m. Aug. 5, Wagner Community Center, 615 N. West Ave., Elmhurst. Program for boys that focuses on general dance with an emphasis on rhythm, jazz and hip hop. Wear gym shoes and clothes you can move in. Cost: $40-$48. Registration required at www.epd.org. NATIONAL NIGHT OUT & TOUCH A TRUCK EVENT, 6 p.m. Aug. 5, Oakbrook Terrace Park District, 1S325 Ardmore Ave., Villa Park. Music and entertainment. A movie in the park will be airing at 8:45 p.m. Enjoy a variety of trucks for kids and adults to explore. Cost: Free. Information: www.obtpd.org. 20 BEST TECHNOLOGY TIPS, 6 p.m. Aug. 5, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Time-saving secrets hidden on your smartphone, web browser and computer. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.
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9 p.m. Aug. 6, Brauer House, 1000 LIVE TEAM TRIVIA, 8 p.m. Aug. 5, Stream. Horn-driven rock party band. N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Free StoneHouse Pub, 103 Stephen St., Cost: Free. Information: www.facecar and bike show with trophies and Lemont. Prizes to the top three book.com/VilofCarolStream. prizes awarded. Information: www. teams. Information: 630-257-1300. SAFETY TOWN VILLAGE OPEN ROAD brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141. KARAOKE, 8 p.m. Aug. 5, Tailgaters (AGES 4-7), 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7, Safety Sports Bar & Grill, 431 W. Boughton Town, 511 S. York Road, Elmhurst. Road, Bolingbrook. Information: www. AUGUST 7 Learn to be “safety smart” as you tailgatersgrill.com/events or 630-679practice being a pedestrian on our KENNETH YOUNG CENTER’S 27TH 1994. sidewalks, bicycle riding on our ANNUAL GOLF OUTING AND TRIVIA NIGHT, 9 p.m. Aug. 5, Ballydoyle streets, and railroad crossing safety. LUNCHEON, 7 a.m. Aug. 7, Bloomingin Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Children must be accompanied and dale Golf Club, 181 Glen Ellyn Road, Downers Grove. Information: www. supervised by an adult at all times. Bloomingdale. Kenneth Young Center ballydoylepub.com. Information: www.epd.org. helps children and adults challenged OUTDOOR LIVE MUSIC, 7 p.m. Aug. with mental illness; and seniors who AUGUST 6 7, Carlucci Restaurant & Bar, 1801 are struggling to maintain their indeButterfield Road, Downers Grove. pendence. This is done by providing STORYTIME, 11 a.m. Aug. 6, Barnes & Cost: Free. a variety of services to our clients. Noble Oak Brook, 297 Oakbrook CenCHICAGO IN THE WORLD SERIES Information: www.kennethyoung.org/ ter, Oak Brook. A popular children’s LECTURE, 7 p.m. Aug. 7, Elmhurst events-golf.asp. book, followed by coloring or a craft. Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Information: store-locator.barnesand- DUPAGE HABITAT FOR HUMANITY’S Elmhurst. Professor and author Bruce 7TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT noble.com/store/2361. Rubenstein shares the history of each AND LIBERTY MUTUAL INVITATIONJUNIOR ROCKET SCIENTIST, 6:30 teams’ infrequent visits to the World AL, 11 a.m. Aug. 7, Seven Bridges Golf p.m. Aug. 6, Thomas Ford Memorial Series. Cost: Free. Information: www. Club, 1 Mulligan Drive, Woodridge. Library, 800 Chestnut St., Western elmhursthistory.org. Includes 18 holes, lunch, cocktails, Springs. Local mathematician Jason GETTING TO KNOW YOUR NOOK, 7 p.m. dinner and a silent auctio. InformaSchwartz offers a tour of the universe Aug. 7, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook, 297 tion: www.dupagehabitat.org. designed for youngsters with a love of Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Learn numbers, outer space, and adventure. ROTARY CLUB OF GLEN ELLYN, 12:10 how to shop, sample and lend eBooks p.m. Aug. 7, Glen Oak Country Club, Attendees must be Western Springs on your NOOK. Have your NOOK reg21w451 Hill Ave., Glen Ellyn. Informaresidents in grades 2 to 5. Cost: Free. istered at bn.com prior to attending tion: 630-790-6760, dbussey@gepl. Information: fordlibrary.org or 708this event. Cost: Free. Information: org or www.glenellynrotary.org. 246-0520. store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/ NOOK CLASS FOR SENIORS, 3 p.m. MUSIC IN THE PARK, 7:30 p.m. Aug. store/2361. Aug. 7, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook, 297 ESL CONVERSATION CLASS, 7 p.m. 6, 12 S. Center St., Bensenville. Hey Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Learn Cowboy performs modern country. Aug. 7, Glenside Public Library at your own pace in a relaxed atmoCost: Free. Information: www.bensenDistrict, 25 E. Fullerton Ave., Glendale sphere. Have your NOOK registered ville.il.us. Heights. Practice English skills. at bn.com before class. Cost: Free. TRIVIA CONTEST, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 6, RiInformation: www.glensidepld.org or Information: store-locator.barnesandley’s Gathering Place, 590 S. York St., 630-260-1550. noble.com/store/2361. Elmhurst. Information: rileyselmhurst. TRIVIA NIGHT, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 7, DJ’s ICE CREAM SOCIAL, 5:30 p.m. Aug. 7, com or 630-530-0858. Sports Bar, 222 E. Chicago Ave., WestBloomingdale Public Library, 101 FairBOLINGBROOK PERFORMING ARTS mont. Win a $25 or $10 gift card to field Way, Bloomingdale. Cost: Free. CENTER SUMMER CONCERT DJ’s. Information: www.djswestmont. Information: www.mybpl.org. SERIES, 7:30 p.m. Aug. 6, Bolingcom/upcoming_events.php. IPAD FOR BEGINNERS, 5:30 p.m. Aug. brook Performing Arts Center, 325 KARAOKE NIGHT, 8 p.m. Aug. 7, Sal’s 7, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. ProsBriarcliff, Bolingbrook. Bring a picnic Pizza Pub, 410 W. 22nd St., Lombard. pect Ave., Elmhurst. Learn to use your or purchase food and beverages on Information: salspizzapub.com. tablet’s settings, apps, web browser site. Bring lawn chairs or blankets WHEATON MUNICIPAL BAND and more. Bring your iPad with you for guaranteed seating. Information: CONCERT, 8 p.m. Aug. 7, Wheaton to class. Must know Apple ID and www.bolingbrook.com. Memorial Park, 208 W. Union St., password. Cost: Free. Information: LIVE TRIVIA, 8 p.m. Aug. 6, Ellyn’s Tap Wheaton. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org. and Grill, 940 E. Roosevelt Road, www.wheatonmunicipalband.org. PRAIRIE FEST, 6 p.m. Aug. 7 and 8 and Glen Ellyn. Information: ellyns.com/ ONE NIGHT ONLY! CHA CHA LINE 1 p.m. Aug. 9 and 10, Town Square, calender. DANCE WORKSHOP, 8 p.m. Aug. 7, Wood Dale Road and Commercial BRAUERHOUSE OPEN MIC NITE, 8 p.m. Just Dance Ballroom Dance Studio, Street, Wood Dale. Food, carnival and Aug. 6, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohl301 Prospect Ave., Wood Dale. Cost: fireworks. Cost: Free. Information: wing Road, Lombard. Nightly prizes $10. Information: just-dance.us. www.wooddale.com. for the best act. Information: www. OPEN MIC BLUES JAM, 8:30 p.m. Aug. UNIQUELY THURSDAYS, 6 p.m. Aug. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141. 7, Harlem Avenue Lounge, 3701 S. 7, Burlington Park, Chicago Avenue, MOVIE IN THE PARK: OCTOBER SKY, Harlem, Berwyn. Blues musicians Hinsdale. Multiple food vendors, a 8:15 p.m. Aug. 6, Lake Ellyn Park, 645 both professional and not. Musicians beer and wine tent and various table Lenox Road, Glen Ellyn. “October Sky.” please sign in. Information: www. sponsors each week. This week: Cost: Free. Information: gepark.org/ harlemavenuelounge.com or 708The Hat Guys performs high energy new_events_movies-in-parks.html. 484-3610. groove/pop. Information: www. OPEN MIC NITE, 8:30 p.m. Aug. 6, LITTLE ITALY FEST WEST, All Day Aug. hinsdalechamber.com. Friendly Tap, 6733 W. Roosevelt Road, 7 to 10, Centennial Park, 1776 W. CUB SCOUT PACK 31 WEEKLY MEETBerwyn. Information: www.friendlyCentennial Place, Addison. CelebraINGS, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7, Concordia tap.net or 708-484-9794. tion of Italian culture. Three stages of Lutheran Church, 3144 Home Ave., OPEN MIC NIGHT, 9 p.m. Aug. 6, Ballyheadline entertainment, Italian wines, Berwyn. Boys ages 6 to 12. Informadoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main authentic Italian food specialties, Vetion: 708-484-9784. St., Downers Grove. Play three songs netian-costumed performers, statues SUMMER CONCERT-FIVE GUYS NAMED or 15 minutes. Information: www. that line the street and a Florentine MOE, 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7, Carol Stream ballydoylepub.com. market. Information: www.oshows. Town Center, 960 N. Gary Ave., Carol DRIFTERS AND SHIFTERS WEDNESDAY, com/#!tour/cxd8.
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Jim Gikas of Lemont works on his short game, chipping balls Monday on the green at Chicago Players Club in Justice.
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Schmid: What is it like for you to be able to come to these camps and spend time with the kids? Thome: It’s nice, especially this time of the year. My son is in youth baseball now so that gets me involved. The biggest challenge is getting kids back on a baseball field, so getting a group of kids like this playing and having fun is great. I remember back in Peoria growing up, we’d always play pick-up games. It’s important to get kids back involved with playing ball in any capacity. Schmid: How much did it mean to you to come back to the White Sox as a special assistant, and how are you enjoying it so far? Thome: I love it, working for Jerry [Reinsdorf, White Sox Chairman] and Rick [Hahn, General Manager] and Kenny [Williams, Executive Vice President]. It’s just been enjoyable. I get the best of both worlds, I get to be at home but I also get to be at the ballpark. Plus, I’ve gone on a few assignments to the minor leagues and gotten a chance to see some of our
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During a 22-year Major League career that came to a close in 2012, Jim Thome hit more than 600 home runs while playing for six different teams, including the Chicago White Sox. After hanging up the spikes, the Peoria native was hired by the White Sox as a special assistant to general manager Rick Hahn in July of 2013. On July 23, Thome made an appearance at the White Sox Silver Slugger Camp in Lisle and signed autographs before talking with the aspiring Major Leaguers in attendance. Thome also took time to speak with Suburban Life sports reporter Scott Schmid about teaching the young players, working for the White Sox, the Hall of Fame induction of White Sox legend Frank Thomas and his own chances of making it into the Hall of Fame.
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Jim Thome talks to campers July 23 at the Silver Slugger Camp run by the Bulls/Sox Academy at Lisle Community Park. After 22 years as a professional, the former Major League Baseball star is a special assistant for the Chicago White Sox. young players, which has been great.
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Schmid: How special was it to play for the White Sox for four seasons? Thome: It was a special time in my career. Getting traded from Philadelphia to Chicago, my mom had passed away and that brought my family closer together. Getting a chance to come home and play, that was a dream come true and those three, four years were a fantastic time in my life.
still be around the game but also be with my family. It eased the transition to where I’m at. It’s definitely been great to learn the other side, to learn about the other parts of the game I never knew existed.
Schmid: Is retirement treating you well? Thome: I’m enjoying it. When Jerry called and brought me back, I found that thing in my life where I could
Schmid: What aspects of the game do you miss? Thome: Competing, I miss digging in and competing. That never goes away. You can be retired for 10 years
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and still have that desire to want to get back in the box. But now it’s about passing
the torch down, and with the position that I’m in, maybe I can do that. Schmid: What are your thoughts on Frank Thomas being inducted into the Hall of Fame and have you thought about getting in yourself? Thome: Frank no question is a first-ballot Hall of Famer. He was a force when he played and it is great for the city of Chicago and for the White Sox. He is very well deserving, from the player’s side, just look at his numbers. And I think I will let the process play its course, I try not to get too far ahead of myself. But it would be great to be a part of it and if it ever happened one day, I would be as excited as Frank is.
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Dan Gaughan works Monday with his son, Ryan, on the driving range at Chicago Players Club in Justice.
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Golfers hone their skills on driving range at the Bolingbrook Golf Club Golf Academy practice facility.
Carter Ester of Wheaton works July 24 on chipping at Cantigny Golf Club in Wheaton.
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WHERE: 1001 Kings Road, Bolingbrook CONTACT: 630-771-9400 and bolingbrookgolfclub.com AMENITIES: Located apart from the main clubhouse, this practice center was voted among the top 50 public facilities in the country by the Golf Range Association of America in 2013. With 40 artificial turf mats and 75 grass tees, hundreds of golfers can hit at the same time. Sizable and well-manicured chipping and putting greens are on site, but what helps set this club apart is the practice holes. Four greens with two holes each align with several tee boxes and include all the obstacles – bunkers, fescue, rough – players might encounter on the course, allowing golfers to create their own practice holes that play up to 250 yards.
WHERE: 27W240 Mack Road, Wheaton CONTACT: 630-260-8199 and cantignygolf.com AMENITIES: Cantigny is home to a terrific practice facility with every possible amenity available for players looking to take their games to the next level. The facilities are well-maintained. There are nearly 70 hitting stations available on the range with both mats or grass tees, along with a chipping area and putting green, and the price for a bucket of range balls starts at just $7.
WHERE: 8500 W. 79th St., Justice CONTACT: 708-924-9889 and chicagoplayersclub.com AMENITIES: Located just south of Archer Avenue and a little east of La Grange Road, Chicago Players Club is a practice-only facility, but it still allows players to perfect their games. The club features 30 mats and 20 grass tees plus chipping and putting greens. A bucket of balls starts at $7, and there are heated hitting bays for players looking to stay sharp in colder months. Monthly memberships that include unlimited range balls are priced at $100, and a seasonal membership goes for $600. The amenities will get even better next year with the introduction of practice holes on site.
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A golfer takes a swing July 25 on one of the grass tees at the driving range at St. Andrews Golf Club.
A golfer works Monday on one of the three putting greens at The Village Links of Glen Ellyn.
Anson Hinkle of Woodridge practices July 25 on the driving range at White Pines Golf Club.
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WHERE: 2241 Route 59, West Chicago CONTACT: 630-231-3160 and standrewsgc.com AMENITIES: The quality and size of this facility make it one of the best in the suburbs. Prices to hit off grass tees are a bit more expensive than that of mats; prices start at $4 a bucket. St. Andrews has 80 grass and 70 mat hitting stations in addition to putting and chipping greens. The grass tees close at dusk, but the mats are well lit for after-dark practice. This facility was voted among the top 50 public facilities in the country by the Golf Range Association of America in 2013.
WHERE: 485 Winchell Way, Glen Ellyn CONTACT: 630-469-8180 and villagelinksgolf.com AMENITIES: With the clubhouse having been recently rebuilt, the overall experience at Village Links seemingly gets better every year, and that includes the practice area. The driving range offers more than 30 mats and also has grass tees to hit from, with buckets starting at $5. There also is a short game area and a putting green to hone short-game skills, and players can check their improvement by playing the Links’ nine-hole course, which is more forgiving than the challenging 18-hole circuit.
WHERE: 500 W. Jefferson St., Bensenville CONTACT: 630-766-0304 and whitepinesgolf.com AMENITIES: Grass and mats are available here on the same range, 30 of each, and there are two putting greens, but perhaps the best feature at White Pines is the availability of winter practice in the dome. It is open November through April and provides the ability to practice yearround. When in season, the dome is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily and includes 50 hitting stations on two levels along with a virtual golf simulator, five large target greens surrounded by bunkers, six suspended hitting targets and a 45-foot long contoured putting green.
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A golfer works on putting on the practice green Monday at Oak Brook Golf Club.
George D’Andrea of Woodridge practices July 25 on the driving range at Oak Meadows Golf Club.
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WHERE: 900 N. Wood Dale Road, Addison CONTACT: 630-595-0071 and dupagegolf.com AMENITIES: Oak Meadows’ all-grass hitting area is the best feature here. Although it is a smaller facility than some others in the area, with more than 30 grass hitting stations, this is a great place to go to practice. Instruction with PGAcertified teaching professionals is available. A small bucket on the range costs $5 while a large one will run $9, and there is a chipping area and putting green on site to work on short-game skills.
WHERE: 2325 Longest Drive, West Chicago CONTACT: 630-208-7600 and prairielanding.com AMENITIES: One of the best features of the practice area at Prairie Landing is that, along with a range, there are two dedicated practice holes where players can work on strategy and hitting shots. Having actual golf holes is great for practicing things that can’t be tested on the range, such as uphill, downhill or sidehill lies and working on pre-shot routines. Both mats and grass tees can be used at the range, while there also is a chipping and putting green.
WHERE: 2606 York Road, Oak Brook CONTACT: 630-990-3032 and oak-brook.org/234/Golf-Club AMENITIES: One thing that sets Oak Brook apart from most practice facilities is that all of the 30 hitting stations on the driving range feature grass tees; there are no mats here. Hitting off grass tees in practice more closely resembles playing conditions out on the course and better prepares players for the rigors of a round. In addition to the driving range, where the price for a bucket of balls starts at $4.50, there is a large short-game near the range where players can practice the chipping and putting.
Maximize your practice time with a 1-hour routine The old adage says practice makes perfect, and the same holds true on the golf course. Practicing is lots of fun – not! – but it can be if you do it properly and use your time well. There are so many things that can be fit into a good practice session that the room I have here is not nearly big enough to list 10 percent of them, but I will try to give you a few ideas to make it more structured and fun. Let’s start by imagining the average practice session lasts one hour. Here is how I suggest you split up the time. 0 to 5 minutes: Stretch, make warm-up swings with a low iron (I use a pitching wedge) and focus on keeping the swing as floppy and loose as possible. Do not worry how well you hit these shots. 5 to 10 minutes: Using a sand wedge or similar club, find a target within 50 yards and hit shots at it.
COMMUNITY VOICE IAN GRANT This should be a very easy swing and the effort level will be low. It also will help a great deal with your tempo and timing. Focus on the process of the swing making good shoulder turns and hitting each ball crisply. 10 to 20 minutes: Hit short-iron shots. Find a target on the range and hit wedge, 9-iron and 8-iron shots at it. Focus on keeping the swing fluid and finishing every shot in a pose you would be proud of if the Golf Magazine photographer was taking your photo at the end of your swing. 20 to 30 minutes: Hit mid- and long-iron shots. Similar to short-iron shots, find a target but this time make it a 10-yard wide target or be-
tween two points. Focus on stability and balance with these full swings and again work on the process, not the result. 30 to 40 minutes: Driver and fairway woods. The target increases in size here to 20 to 30 yards wide. Focus on keeping the swing smooth and relaxed. Try to hit five consecutive drives in your “fairway.” 40 to 50 minutes: Practice chipping and sand play. Work on the shots that will help you score better. I count the number of successful ups and downs that I make for every five balls that I hit. First, that gives me a small number of balls to hit and second, it helps me chart my progress. 50 to 60 minutes: Head to the putting green. Alternate between short putts and long putts and, if possible, finish off by playing a nine-hole putting course around the practice green using one ball and keeping your score.
As you can see, this practice session really moves along and doesn’t leave much time to get bored. Finally, in keeping with Rory McIlroy’s win at The British Open Championship this year, take a page out of his book and focus on the process while hitting balls. It is a key element in my instruction and if done properly will help lower your score. Good luck out there, and should you need more help contact me or your local PGA professional.
Ian Grant is a PGA teaching professional and a member of the teaching faculty of the PGA of America. He can be contacted at Oak Brook Golf Club at 630-9903032 in the summer and White Pines Golf Dome in Bensenville at 630-422-1060 in the winter. You can contact Ian directly at 708-917-8951, or at Iansgolf@aol.com.
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Dave Randa of Geneva practices July 24 on the putting green at Prairie Landing Golf Club in West Chicago.
Thome touches base with young ballplayers By JASON ROSSI jrossi@shawmedia LISLE – Jim Thome was one of the best power hitters in all of baseball in recent memory. Off the field he was regarded as one of the most down-toearth athletes in any sport. The former Chicago White Sox slugger displayed both his on-field prowess and offfield demeanor when he visited with young players at the Bulls/Sox Academy’s Sliver Slugger Camp on July 23 at Community Park in Lisle. “Jim was his usual awesome self,” said Michael Huff, VP of Baseball and Fastpitch
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ABOVE: Young players donning Jim Thome T-shirts soak in some words of wisdom from the former Major League Baseball star July 23 during the Bulls/ Sox Academy’s Silver Slugger Camp.
at the Bulls/Sox Academy, and an outfield, bunting and baserunning instructor. “The kids had good questions for him and he hung around the different stations at the camp to work closely with the kids.” Thome also lent his presence to a day camp at the Academy last winter, and he will be instructing players at a Silver Slugger Camp at Ackerman Park in Glen Ellyn later this summer. The second Silver Slugger Camp runs from Aug. 18 to 21. “Spots are still open,” Huff said of the upcoming camp. “There is still room for people to sign up.”
A young player with the Bulls/Sox Academy Silver Slugger Camp raises his hand to ask Thome a question July 23 at Lisle Community Park.
RIGHT: An aspiring major leaguer raises his hand in hopes of asking a question of Thome during the event. Photos by Mark Busch mbusch@shawmedia.com
As he talks to campers, Thome is captured on video.
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t goes without saying that massages feel pretty darn good, whether they’re coming from a trained licensed massage therapist or your signiicant other. Unfortunately, professional massages can come with a hefty price tag, one that most of us aren’t willing to shell out on a regular basis. But massages come with a litany of proven health beneits. The irst, and most well-known, beneit of massage is the relief of muscle tension and, beyond that, injury prevention — which is why elite athletes lock to the massage table in droves. What’s more, massage might boost the immune system, manage chronic pain, and alleviate anxiety and depression. Furthermore, research over the past 10 years conirms that massage is also considered the perfect antidote for stress. Today, massage therapy comes with a raft of research that conirms its ever-expanding role in our overall well-being. Says Nancy Porambo, president of the American Massage Therapy Association: “Professional massage therapy is being increasingly viewed by physicians and their patients as an important component of integrated care. Nearly 9 of 10 American consumers we surveyed believe that massage can be effective in reducing pain. And, a growing body of research continues to validate that.” According to Dr. Keri Peterson, a board certiied internal medicine physician afiliated with New York City’s Lenox Hill Hospital and Mount Sinai Medical Center, “There is more and more clinical evidence that shows that massage therapy can be effective for a variety of health conditions, and massage is rapidly becoming recognized as an important part of health and wellness.”
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mentary Therapies in Clinical Practice showed that adults with rheumatoid arthritis may feel a decrease in pain, as well as greater grip strength and range of motion in wrists and large upper joints, after receiving regular moderate-pressure massages during a four-week period. 4. relieves the pain of osteoarthritis. Research supported by the National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine showed that for those with osteoarthritis of the knee, 60 minute sessions of Swedish massage once a week significantly reduced their discomfort. 5. improves balance, neurological and cardiovascular measures in older adults. Research published in the international Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork found that older adults who receive massage therapy for up to six weeks could benefit from decreased blood pressure and improved stability. 6. Decreases stress in cancer patients. According to research published in BMJ Supportive and Palliative Care, massage therapy can have a positive influence on the quality of life of people sufering serious illnesses such as brain cancer. These study results suggest that massage therapy can im-
prove physical as well as emotional well-being in patients with late stage disease. When used in combination with standard care, massage can also help reduce stress, anxiety, pain and fatigue. 7. reduces anxiety in cancer patients receiving chemotherapy. Studies published in Applied Nursing Research5, shows that back massage given during chemotherapy can significantly reduce anxiety and acute fatigue. This research demonstrates the potential value of massage therapy within the full cancer treatment spectrum, particularly during the often mentally and physically exhausting chemotherapy process. 8. alleviates pain from fibromyalgia. According to the AMTA’s own 2011 study, myofascial release techniques (often called deep tissue massage) improve pain and quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia, a chronic disease characterized by generalized pain, fatigue and depression. 9. reduces burn scars. in a study published in the March issue of the journal Burns, researchers concluded that burn rehabilitation massage therapy was efective in improving the pain, itching, and scar characteristics in hypertrophic scars after a burn.
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ga ge Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government (d iver's licen rt
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING VILLAGE OF LEMONT PLANNING & ZONING COMMISSION Notice is hereby given that the Lemont Planning & Zoning Commission will conduct a Public Hearing on Wednesday, August 20th, at 6:30 p.m. in the upstairs chamber room at Village Hall, 418 Main Street, Lemont, Illinois on the following matter. 901 Singer Ave Variation 2014-07 901 Singer Ave 22-29-119-001-0000
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Joseph Dlugopolski and Barbara Antol, owners of the property at 901 Singer Street in Lemont, are requesting a variation from Section 17.12.030.A of the Unified Development Ordinance to allow for a 6 foot privacy fence in the corner side yard. All interested persons are invited to attend the public hearing and will be given an opportunity to speak. All documents in connection with the above matter are on file with the Village of Lemont and are available for examination by interested persons by contacting the Planning & Economic Development Department at (630) 257-1595.
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Message from the Mayor
Emerald Ash Borer
Although we still have many days of warm weather to enjoy, August is School Preparedness Month in Illinois. Many parents and students are beginning back-to-school preparations, as our high school freshman head back on August 12, and all high school students begin on August 13.
The Village has secured a reduced and fixed rate for ash tree removal on private property from Homer Tree Service. The information and rates are posted on our website at www.lemont.il.us/EmeraldAshBorer. The rate is effective through 2014. The Village will begin replacing parkway trees as budget allows, however this process will take several years. If a homeowner wishes to have their parkway tree replaced sooner, homeowners are allowed to purchase and plant a new parkway tree in the parkway adjacent to their home. No permit is required, however the tree species should be an approved parkway tree species and trees should be planted in accordance with the Village parkway tree planting specifications. This information is accessible on the website’s Emerald Ash Borer page. Also, homeowners are cautioned to always use a licensed contractor. Residents can contact the Public Works Department with questions at 630-257-2532.
School Preparedness takes going back to school a step further than just purchasing school supplies. Emergencies can arise during the school day, and students and parents alike should be prepared. The Ready Illinois website, www.illinois.gov/ready, provides planning tips such as, knowing the schools emergency plan, updating your emergency contact information at your child’s school, and having a family communication plan. We urge motorists and students alike to take extra precaution in school zones and school routes. Motorists need to be especially aware of students crossing streets and waiting at school bus stops. School zone speed limits will be in effect and all cell phone use is prohibited while driving in a school zone. Parents are encouraged to remind their children that walk to school to follow their designated safe route to school. Also, remind them the importance of crossing at crosswalks for their own safety and for visibility to motorists. We all take a part in keeping our young pedestrians safe while traveling to and from school. Brian K. Reaves, Mayor
8th Annual
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Senior Discount for Refuse Collection Senior Citizens age 65 years of age and older and live alone or with their spouse can receive a $3.00 monthly discount on refuse collection. The discount is only applicable to the dwelling unit in which the Senior Citizen resides and owns. To obtain the discount, residents must complete a discount application and present proof of the following to either Waste Management or the Village of Lemont: 1) Proof of age, being 65 years or older, i.e., valid driver’s license. 2) Ownership of the property, i.e., tax bill, real estate bill.
Saturday, August 2, 2014
3) Residency of the property, i.e., driver’s license, water bills, vehicle sticker, state issued ID card.
10:00AM - 2:00PM
Applications are located on the village website at www.lemont.il.us; select “Services” located in the “For Residents” tab. You can also obtain an application at the Village Hall or call Waste Management Customer Service at 866-863-4834. Completed applications with copies of the required documents can be faxed to the Village Hall at 630-257-1598.
Bike Parade Bike Parade Staging Area at 9:00 a.m. (Roberta & Timberline) Parade Kick-Of at 9:45 a.m. (Destination – Centennial Park)
All Kids 16 & Under Receive • Coupon for Free Lunch & Treat • Free T-shirt (while supplies last) • Free Entry into a Kid’s Rale • Free Bike Helmet (while supplies last)
Tons of Activities 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Enjoy many free demonstrations and activities: Helicopter, Lemont Fire District, Public Works, Photo Booth, Face Painting, Police Scavenger Hunt, Cook County K-9, ARGO Demonstration, OBIE Train, Illinois State Police Command Center and Motorcycles, ISP SWAT, Crime Scene Demonstration, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Inlatables, Live D.J. and more. Bike valet parking available.
Village of Lemont 418 Main St. • Lemont, IL 60439 630-257-1550 • FAX 630-257-1598 email: vlemont@lemont.il.us Visit the Village website at www.lemont.il.us
Sunset Soiree The Summer Concert Series continues on Thursday, August 7th at 6 p.m. with Rendition, an alternative, classic, country and pop band. Bring your lawn chairs and head downtown for a relaxing evening of music. Mark your calendars for the last Sunset Soiree’s Back to School Bash on August 21st at Covington North Park beginning at 6 p.m. Enjoy decades of music from The Janglers.
Lemont Legends Cruise Nights – Every Wednesday in the month of August! Mayor Brian K. Reaves Village Clerk Charlene Smollen Village Administrator George J. Schafer
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