Forest Park is gearing up to update its comprehensive plan, which identifies goals for the village when it comes to its budget, facilities, land use, policy changes and transportation.
At the last November village council meeting, commissioners unanimously approved to start seeking proposals for a consultant to help them rewrite the comprehensive plan. The plan will outline key issues in Forest Park, desired goals and implementation strategies.
The village drafted its first comprehensive plan in 2001. The last time the village amended this plan was a
VILLAGE PLAN on page 8
OPRFCF Announces New Focus of Community Grants
The Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation recently announced the new direction and focus for its Community Grants program. A er a yearlong process of fact- nding, research and interviews, the Foundation has decided to focus its grantmaking on the intersection of two priority areas identi ed in its landmark Community Voices report: Safety and Belonging, and Health — speci cally, addressing behavioral and mental health for young residents in western Cook County.
“By focusing on behavioral and mental health, we are seeking to repair some of the damage and division caused by the historic inequities in our region and empower the solutions the community has called for,” said Elizabeth Chadri, Foundation program director. “We are now putting forth a grantmaking strategy that is responsive to our community’s expressed needs, through a process that engenders equity, trust, and inclusion.”
e 2024-25 Community Grants cycle will prioritize proposals that focus on creating pathways to a robust, representative workforce of mental and behavioral health professionals; or facilitate access to and/or provision of services or treatment for youth and young adults. ese priorities will be further re ned in 2025 by a steering committee made up of Foundation board, sta and members of the West Cook community to develop a multi-year grants process. e multi-year program will include convenings and shared decision-making, and will bolster opportunities for advocacy and other systemic change.
e deadline for applications was in October, and applicants will be noti ed of decisions no later than January 31, 2025. Funding will be disbursed shortly therea er.
Elizabeth Chadri serves as program director for the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation
Fo
Light Up Forest
Park
helps neighbors wrap trees in lig hts, while middle schoolers
distribute
paper lanterns through Wish Upon a Light
By JESSICA MORDACQ Staff Reporter
Do you remember driving down Beloit Avenue last year and feeling amazed by nearly 90,000 lights wrapped around a majority of the street’s trees? Or being in awe of the hundreds of glowing luminarias around town? This year, you can take part in creating that feeling for others.
The Wish Upon a Light paper bag and candle displays began last year as a way for Samson Reyes, Elouise Billingsley and Maya Pesanti to earn National Elementary Honors Society service hours at Field-Stevenson Intermediate Elementary School, but the event is continuing this holiday season.
And what started as Light Up Beloit last year will be expanded, as partners Rob Sall and John Cunningham are now including the rest of the village in a grassroots, community-driven effort to create cheer as temperatures drop.
“The long, gross, dark days of Chicago winters are pretty depressing,” Sall said. “We thought this was a great way to fight seasonal depression and put a little light and happiness in people’s winter and holiday season.”
Wish Upon a Light
In December 2023, 860 paper bags with LED candles and sand inside lined sidewalks across Forest Park.
This year, the Forest Park Middle School sixth graders, with the addition of Grace Meza, are making it a tradition to put to gether and sell the lantern kits. Last year, they donated $539 of proceeds to the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
The foundation will also be the recipient of this year’s proceeds, as the middle schoolers are once again selling the paper lanterns for National Junior Honor Society hours. The students are hoping to surpass the number of luminarias across Forest Park last year, but
so 560.
includes 10 paper bags 10 candles and sand Those who purchase paper lanterns should set them out on Dec. 14.
Buy a lantern kit through Dec. 7 by visiting account.venmo c om/u/sdonaubauer and paying Sally Donaubauer $10. Include your address in the comment section.
Light Up Forest Park
After decorating trees on their Beloit Avenue parkway and property in 2022, Sall and Cunningham said they wanted to go bigger last winter
So, in the fall of 2023, they passed out flyers down their block to gauge whether their neighbors wanted to join in decorating trees in their yards and parkways. They asked those who were interested to inform them about their access to power outlets, ladders, and time to volunteer putting up lights.
Beloit residents enthusiastically opted into the decorating efforts, creating Light Up Beloit last winter. An estimated 75% of the trees on Beloit, from Roosevelt to Harrison, were all dolled up after residents spent a weekend stringing lights, “We met neighbors we had never met be-
to see everyone come out and work together on a common goal or project.”
After hearing from residents on surrounding streets about needing help with their own lights, the couple is expanding efforts to the rest of Forest Park
They are asking for residents to wrap lights around trees on their property or the parkway. They’re also asking for volunteers to help hang wires from peoples’ houses to trees on the parkway and block captains, who coordinate who on their street needs help and who has ladders
But if Sall and Cunningham can’t find a nearby leader for your block, residents should feel encouraged to ask their neighbor for help, or offer it up. The same goes for electricity sources – ask, or offer to share, an outdoor outlet, they said.
You can also buy an adapter that screws into a light socket, implanting an outlet between the socket and lightbulb.
After Light Up Beloit last year, Sall and Cunningham bought more than 1,600 boxes of LED, 100-count lights – all of which were sold this year for $5 a box, mostly to residents
ouple is also , these contributions helped illuminate over a dozen trees on Beloit.
Sall and Cunningham, who were visiting Sall’s father in Nebraska in early December, are also bringing back more than 100 boxes of lights in their car to sell to Forest Park residents.
A majority of the lights that the couple purchased at the end of last season were red, blue, purple and white. They added that green lights are hard to buy in quantity .
“So, the few green trees that you do see are pretty special,” Cunningham said.
Sall and Cunningham said one of their neighbors recently drove around Forest Park south of the interstate and counted nearly 200 trees wrapped in lights. While they said those living on Beloit Avenue started decorating trees in October, anyone who wants to participate in Light Up Forest Park can do so at any time
“We really wanted it to be a neighborhood-building, community-building, grassroots-driven effort for people to meet their neighbors, connect with their neighbors, do something fun to put Forest Park on the map for the holiday season,” Sall said.
To join the Light Up Forest Park email distribution list, complete the Google form at http://bit.ly/4gTaq02 or email robsall@mac com or johndcunningham@gmail.com. You can also join the Light Up Forest Park group on Facebook.
Our nal Big Week will run on December 18. Don’t worry! We have more events coverage coming soon. For a sneak peak, and to submit events to be included in our new calendar, visit forestparkreview.com/events
December 11-18
BIG WEEK
Rainbow Girls at Robert’s Westside
Saturday, Dec. 14, 8 p.m., Rober t’s
Westside
Join Rainbow Girls for a night of music described as “a gang of sweet angels punching you in the hear t.” General admission is $15 plus service fees. Reserved table seating is available for $25 per seat plus service fees (sold in groups of 4-6, with general admission included).
7321 Madison St., Forest Park
Prisms of Winter Concert
Thursday, Dec. 12, 7 p.m., Oak Park & River Forest High School Main Auditorium
The OPRF Music Department presents its annual Prisms of Winter concert. Enjoy a 90-minute musical extravaganza featuring all curricular music ensembles and student-led performances. Two performances: Thursday, Dec. 12, and Friday, Dec. 13, at 7 p.m. Tickets sell fast—secure yours at opr fhs.ticketleap.com or email tickets@oprfhs.org. 201 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park
‘Scrooge: The Comedy’ at White Pines
Thursday, Dec. 12, 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Howard Mohr Community Center
Enjoy a wacky, zany performance of Scrooge: The Comedy at White Pines in Mount Morris, where audience participation makes every show unique. Lunch and transportation are included. Call 708-771-7737 for reservations and more details. 7640 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park
Comedy Mirror
Friday, Dec. 13, 7:30 p.m., Madison Street Theater
Enjoy a night of stand-up comedy where everyone can see themselves in the stories shared on stage. Featuring a lineup of talented comedians, including host Shelley B. Wright and headliner Manny Petty, Comedy Mirror brings laughs and life experiences to Oak Park. General admission tickets: $15, doors open at 7 p.m. Purchase tickets at: madisonstreettheater.org. 1010 Madison St., Oak Park
Move Me Soul: Teen Dance Class
Friday, Dec. 13, 4 - 6 p.m., Oak Park Public Library
Teens can express themselves and unwind through movement in this fun and energizing dance class. Strengthen your body, improve exibility, and reduce stress while dancing to your favorite music. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
Santa Saturday at Oak Park Jewelers
Saturday, Dec. 14, 2 - 5 p.m., Oak Park Jewelers
Santa Saturday is back for its third year. Enjoy an afternoon of festive fun with the whole family—visit Santa, cookies and hot cocoa from Blackout Baking Co., and shop for a cause A portion of proceeds will bene t Wonder Works Children’s Museum. RSVP at oakparkjewelers.com. 101 S. Marion St., Oak Park
Holiday Food and Gift Basket
Volunteer Oppor tunity
Saturday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., United Lutheran Church
Volunteer to help deliver holiday gifts to families in Oak Park and River Forest. We will distribute gifts starting at 9 a.m. until completed. Sign up on our website at communityofcongregations.org. 409 Green eld Ave., Oak Park
32nd Annual Cookie Walk
Saturday, Dec. 14, 10 a.m., United Lutheran Church
Fill a box of cookies for $20 at this tradition hosted by United Lutheran Church and Chicago Church of Christ. Jams, jellies, and ra e tickets for assor ted gift cards will also be available for purchase. Proceeds bene t local charities, including New Moms, A House in Austin, and NAMI Metro Suburban. 409 Green eld St. (and Ridgeland), Oak Park
Sing We Joyous
Saturday, Dec. 14, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 15, 4 p.m., First United Church of Oak Park
The Oriana Singers, City Voices, and Pro Musica Youth Chorus present Sing We Joyous, an Oak Park holiday tradition now in its 19th year. Directed by William Chin, the concert features seasonal music, lighthearted fun, and a stage lled with performers. Visit CityVoicesChicago.org or purchase at the door. 848 Lake St., Oak Park
Compiled by Brooke Duncan
‘A Christmas Carol’: A Live Radio Play at Oil Lamp Theater
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Howard Mohr Community Center
Experience A Christmas
Carol as a live radio play at the Oil Lamp Theater in Glenview, where the theater transforms into WBFR on Christmas Eve, 1946. Lunch and transportation are included Call 708-771-7737 for reser vations and more information. 7640 Jackson Bl vd., Forest Park
The Faces I Know Exhibition: Where AI and Human Imagination Bring Familiar Faces to Life
Friday, Dec. 13, 5 – 8 p.m., Studio 928
Join us for a unique art exhibition by Amber Murayi, hosted by Studio 928. The Faces I Know explores the intersection of AI, imagination, and human connection, celebrating Black identity and existence. The exhibit re ects intimate, familiar moments of beauty and connection, with AI- generated ar t re ned by the artist’s photographic expertise. 451 South Blvd., Oak Park
Bluey Dance Mode Dance Part y
Saturday, Dec. 14, 3 p.m., Portillo’s Bring your family to go full dance mode and take photos with everyone’s favorite blue heeler pup. This event is designed for ages 8 and younger. 7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park
Celebrate the creativity and skill of local artists and artisans at the Arts Alliance Forest Park’s Holiday Makers’ Market. With 28 artists showcasing their ne, handmade works, this event is per fec t for collectors, gift seekers, or anyone enjoying a stroll through the displays. 7321 Madison St., Forest Park
Holidays Around the World
Sunday, Dec. 15, 1 - 2 p.m., Oak Park Public Library
Preschoolers and elementary schoolers are invited to celebrate world holidays and traditions through crafts, games, and stories. Discover new cultures and share the joy of the season. 834 Lake St., Oak Park
Singers from the Lyric Celebrate the Season
Monday, Dec. 16, 1:15 - 2:30 p.m.,
Nineteenth Century Charitable Association
Celebrate the season of joy with a lyrical concert featuring John Concepcion, Yvette Smith, Aaron Wardell, Kimberly Jones, and Lisa Kristina. Enjoy a charming performance of both secular and sacred classics. This event is free and open to the public; donations are welcome. To live stream the program or watch a recording available one week later, visit ncca.memberclicks.net. 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park
Wine Ta sting with Anfora Wine Merchants at R Titus Designs
Wednesday, Dec. 18, 7 p.m., R Titus Designs
Enjoy curated wine selections from Anfora Wine Merchants while shopping for last-minute gifts at R Titus Designs Studio. Enter to win ra e prizes with purchase.
RSVP at https://pp.events/ rtitusdesignswinetasting. 143 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park
Music of the Baroque Chorus & Brass Ensemble
Thursday, Dec. 19, 7:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church
Inspiring music in one of Chicago’s most beautiful spaces. The Music of the Baroque Chorus and Brass Ensemble, conducted by Andrew Megill, takes you on a journey from the medieval age to the present with ethereal chants, majestic brass works, and some of the nest choral music ever written. Featuring music by Gabrieli, Praetorius, and more. Tickets: $48-$85. Learn more at www.baroque.org. 7300 W. Division S t., River Forest
Holiday Walk 2024
Photos by TODD BANNOR
Le : Forest Park Library sta dazzle as dinosaurs. Below: Happy elves from e Forest Park Review at Grand Appliance.
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Clockw ise from far le : Youngsters practice their coloring skills and face painting at POP Pediatric erapy, e Grinch waves a friendly hello, a giant animatronic Grinch outside Scratch Kitchen Public House, and horse-drawn carriages on Madison.
decade ago, and many of the action items it outlined have either been completed or need to be reconsidered.
Some goals in the 2014 plan included:
■ Developing the downtown business district along Madison Street
■ Working with the park district to create parks and open spaces
■ Encouraging the de-conversion of single family homes that have been converted to multiple units back to single units
■ Continuing plans for an interconnected bike path system
■ Improving police and fire facilities
Several players will assist the consultant team with developing a new comprehensive plan. These include village staf f, the planning and zoning commission, the village’s planning consultant from MUSE Community and Design, and a steering committee made up of public officials and community re presentatives. Village Administrator Rachell Entler will manage the project.
The plan’s cost and timeline
The cost of developing a new comprehensive plan is partially coming out of funds the village received from the American Rescue Plan Act after Covid-19.
In October, the village council met to decide how to spend the last of Forest Park’s ARPA funds, designating $100,000 to the comprehensive plan.
Updating the plan will cost more than that, according to Entler. The $100,000 will likely only cover paying a consultant and doesn’t include the cost for Muse Community and Design to review the plan.
“It would help take $100,000 of pressure of f of the general fund,” Entler said at the
October meeting to discuss how to use the final ARPA funds.
The deadline to submit proposals is Dec. 20, but some commissioners urged others to extend the deadline slightly.
At the last village council meeting, Commissioner of Public Property Jessica Voogd asked the village council about extending the deadline into 2025 to give interested consultants a bit more time, and to account for what is often a busy holiday season for many people
Voogd also wanted to know if the village would lose the $100,000 in ARPA funding if they didn’t use it before the end of the year. While the village’s ARPA funds had to be assigned by the end of this year – or the village would’ve had to return them to the United States Department of Treasury – the money doesn’t need to be spent until the end of 2026.
Commissioner of Streets and Public Improvements Michelle Melin Ro govin ag reed with Voogd’s request to delay the deadline for proposal submissions so the village could get the maximum number of respondents.
Commissioner of Public Health and Safety Ryan Nero thought there was no reason to extend the deadline.
“Twenty-five days, almost a month, I think that’s more than reasonable,” Nero said.
But when Voogd suggested Jan. 6 as a deadline for proposals, the council unanimously agreed.
Officials intend to start drafting the new comprehensive plan in the spring.
One of the consultant’s first tasks will be summarizing the achievements and shortfalls of the 2014 plan, then interviewing local officials, property and business owners, and neighborhood re presentatives. After, there will be a community outreach survey and site analysis.
To approve the comprehensive plan, the consultant will present it to Forest Park’s planning and zoning commission and the village council.
Car crashes into River Forest dentist o ce after police chase
e incident occurred just a er 3 a.m.
By JESSICA MORDACQ Staff Reporter
Andres Adan of Harvey, Illinois crashed his car into River Forest Dental Studio in the early morning hours Dec. 4 after fleeing Riverside police.
Riverside police re ported they pulled over the vehicle for a traffic offense and noticed the driver had a gun before he sped away. They last re ported the location of the car near Harlem Avenue and I-290.
According to authorities, a Forest Park police officer saw the car and attempted to make a traffic stop near Des Plaines Avenue and Madison Street. But Adan, 20, sped of f and crashed into the building at 344 Lathrop Ave. at about 3:07 a.m.
As Adan exited the vehicle, police ordered him to walk out of the building. Officers around the scene re ported hearing gunshots inside the building before Adan exited it and was taken into custody.
A firearm was recovered from the scene.
The day of the incident, Forest Park Police Chief Ken Gross said that Riverside, Forest Park and River Forest police departments were seeking separate felony charges against Adan.
Later in the week, the River Forest Police Department charged Adan with attempted first-de gree murder, aggravated discharge of a firearm, and several traffic offenses. Forest Park and Riverside police departments charged Adan with aggravated fleeing and eluding, plus other traffic offenses. Adan is in c ustody. Authorities sai d p olice aren’t searching for a dditional off ender s, and there is no threat to the c ommunity.
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CRIME
Man with gun at Green Line detained by police
By JESSICA MORDACQ Staff Reporter
On Dec. 2, police responded to the CTA Green Line station after a caller re ported a man with a gun. Oak Park police radioed that the man fled to Marion Street. While Forest Park police were surveying sur-
rounding alleyways, the offender appeared from a back stairwell in the 100 block of Marion and was detained at gunpoint, according to the police re port. Police recovered a firearm from an adjacent rooftop. Oak Park police took control of the scene and charged the man with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and defacing iden-
tification marks of a firearm. He also had a warrant for his arrest out of Villa Park, according to the Oak Park police re port
Theft of labor at Fat Duck Grill
Police were dispatched to Fat Duck Grill on Dec. 3 because a customer couldn’t pay
Do you have DIABETES?
If you do, you should know how important foot care is. Over time, diabetics risk developing foot complications. When the nerves are damaged from chronic high blood sugar, feet can become numb or painful with burning or tingling. is is called diabetic neuropathy. When diabetes a ects the arteries, circulation to the legs and feet may be compromised. Either of these conditions may lead to serious problems including ulceration, even amputation.
e key to prevention is early diagnosis of diabetes, and regular foot exams from a podiatrist. Diabetics who receive regular foot care, including paring of calluses and debridement of thick fungal toenails, are almost four times less likely
to undergo an amputation than those who do not seek treatment.
Medicare and some private insurances cover 1 pair of diabetic shoes and 3 pair of protective insoles each calendar year. Dr. Lambert has been a supplier of diabetic shoes since 2002. e shoes come in 30 di erent styles each for men and women. ese include boots, lightweight colorful athletic shoes, and dress shoes. Even patients who are not diabetic love the look and comfort of the footwear. Diabetic socks, slippers and compression hosiery are also available.
Protecting your feet with appropriate footgear is an important aspect of preventive care for diabetics.
his $117 bill. According to the re port, police reco gnized the man from the previous day, when he was removed from Chipotle and sent to Rush Oak Park Hospital for being too intoxicated. The man, who police re ported as being intoxicated at Fat Duck, said he lost his wallet and had no cash. Police said that at both Fat Duck and Chipotle, the man seemed confused. He was charged with theft of labor or services.
Assault at Dollar Tree
A woman came into the police department on Dec. 4 to re port that, while she was working at Dollar Tree, she overheard a man making sexual remarks to female customers. When the employee asked the man to leave, he continued walking around the store and made sexual comments about her appearance. He also made the shape of a gun with his hand and threatened to kill her if she called the police, according to the re port. The man eventually left, and the woman said she’d sign complaints against him if police apprehend him.
Package theft
On Dec. 5, police responded to the 7500 block of Brown Avenue after a UPS driver re ported that men in a car stole a package. The UPS driver told police that he was delivering a package on Rockford Avenue when a man approached him and asked for the parcel to be delivered to a Lathrop Avenue address instead. After the UPS driver declined, the man grabbed a package and got into the passenger side of a white Dodge Charger. The offenders haven’t been identified.
These items were obtained from Forest Park Police Department reports dated Dec. 2 - 5 and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Anyone named in these reports has only been charged with a crime and cases have not yet been adjudicated. We report the race of a suspect only when a serious crime has been committed, the suspect is still at large, and police have provided us with a detailed physical description of the suspect as they seek the public’s help in making an arrest.
ANNUAL STATEMENT OF AFFAIRS SUMMARY FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2024
Copies of the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024 will be available for public inspection in the school district/joint agreement administrative office by November 30, annually.
Individuals wanting to review this Annual Statement of Affairs should contact:
Forest Park School District 91 424 Des Plaines Ave, Forest Park, IL 60130-1718 708.366.5700 8:00 - 4:00
School District/Joint Agreement Name Address Telephone
Also by January 15 annually the detailed Annual Statement of Affairs for the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2024 will be posted on the Illinois State Board of Education’s website at www.isbe.net. SUMMARY: The following is the Annual Statement of Affairs Summary that is required to be published by the school district/joint agreement for the past fiscal year.
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Old school and innovation at Donny G’s
A meal straight out of the movies
NBy RISÉ SANDERS-WEIR Contributing Reporter
ew ideas and respect for tradition sit side by side at Donny G’s, 7308 W. North Ave., Elmwood Park.
Starting in December breakfast is served at this Italian ristorante and bar.
In the past, breakfast was a Sunday exclusive, but now you can come and get it daily, except on Mondays when the restaurant is closed. An extensive morning menu is complemented with rotating specials. Service starts at 8 a.m.
“The breakfast menu is extensive!” Mary Jane Muccianti, assistant to the general manager, said. “We have fresh squeezed orange juice. I think that’ll be a draw.”
Crepes, waffles, skillets, pancakes, omelets – the sizzle and smell of breakfast never fails to wake the senses. You have until 2:30 p.m. to rise and shine. The lunch menu overlaps with breakfast starting at 11 a.m.
“Our neighborhood regulars will be here first, but we hope that word of mouth will
spread, once people taste the quality,” said Muccianti.
And word does get around. Donny G’s staff is proud that people come back, even from afar.
“I’ve seen people on vacation from Arizona, and they will come in because they’ve been here before or their relatives bring them in. And we have a lot of people from out of state who come here because they have fond memories of the place,” said Muccianti.
On Sundays, breakfast gets the extra treatment with entertainment from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Music to diner’s ears.
Speaking of music, the restaurant has both a dining room and a lounge area where dinner is also served on Friday and
RISÉ SANDERS-WEIR
Donny G’s, located at 7308 W. North Ave., Elmwood Park.
RISÉ SANDERS-WEIR
Crepes at Donny G’s.
RISÉ SANDERS-WEIR
Waffles, fruit and ice cream at Donny G’s.
SPONSORED
Tuesday - Sunday from 8am - 2:30pm Regular Hours:
Friday and Saturday 8am - 11pm
Saturday nights. The vibe feels straight out of a movie with live singers and a DJ keeping it smooth and elegant. Dec. 13 will feature the singing group Jersey Girls. And New Year’s Eve will pull out all the stops, featuring Anthony Frank Cassano and his tribute to Frank Sinatra. Dinner and a show.
Weekly lunch specials span salads, sandwiches and lunch portions of seafood delights, such as whitefish and salmon. Dinner specials change weekly chasing what is freshest and best of the season. Drink specials round out the goodness: Tuesdays it’s $7 martinis; Wednesdays $5 glasses of house wine; Thursdays 1/2 off bottles of wine.
The wine list is an extensive tour of Italy’s wine producing regions, along with several other stops along the U.S. west coast and points beyond.
Holiday catering is a mainstay at Donny G’s.
“Serving the best, without the exhaustion,” Muccianti said. “This gives you the energy to enjoy your party.”
No matter whether you are eating a hearty breakfast, feeling the swing on the weekends, or remembering the good old
days with friends and neighbors, Donny G’s commitment is to customers. Muccianti has great admiration for the manager, George Diamond.
“He spares no quality. He takes pride. He stands at the kitchen. Every night he watches the food go out. He’ll say, ‘Mary Jane is everybody happy?’ And he’ll walk up to every single table to make sure.”
Know before you go
Website: donnygs.com
7308 W. North Ave., Elmwood Park
Tuesday – Thursday 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Friday 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Monday Closed
Sunday 8am-9pm
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Thursday 8am - 10pm
omelet at Donny G’s.
“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace among those whom he favors!”
Luke 2:14
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Traditional Service: 8 p.m.
Candlelight Service: 10:45 p.m.
Prelude starts at 10:30 p.m.
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Worship: 10 a.m.
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Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10, and 17 | 1:30pm | St. Edmund Church
Thursday, Dec.19 | 7:15-8:30pm with Prayer service at 7:30 pm
Centering Prayer
Faith Sharing ~ Praying with Advent Scriptures
Tuesdays, Dec. 3, 10, and 17 | 1:30pm | St. Edmund Church
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Evening Prayer Under the Wreath ~ Scripture, Song & Contemplation
Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11,18 | 6:30pm | Ascension Church
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Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé ~ Singing and Praying for Peace
Evening Prayer Under the Wreath ~ Scripture, Song & Contemplation
Wednesdays, Dec. 4, 11,18 | 6:30pm | Ascension Church
Friday, Dec. 6 and Wednesday, Jan. 1 | 7:30 pm | Ascension Church
Contemplative Prayer ~ Come to the Quiet
Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé ~ Singing and Praying for Peace Friday, Dec. 6 and Wednesday, Jan. 1 | 7:30 pm | Ascension Church
On Zoom, Saturdays Dec. 7, 21, & Jan. 4 | 8:30am.
In-person, Saturday Dec. 14 | 8:30am | Ascension Church
Contemplative Prayer ~ Come to the Quiet
Contact David Anderson for the Zoom link.
Find the Silence ~ Eucharistic Adoration and Personal Prayer
Find the Silence ~ Eucharistic Adoration and Personal Prayer
Mondays, Dec. 2,16, 23 | 4:00pm - 9:00pm | St. Edmund Church
Mondays, Dec. 2,16, 23 | 4:00pm - 9:00pm | St. Edmund Church
Zoom, Saturdays Dec. 7, 21, & Jan. 4 | 8:30am.
Sacrament of Reconciliation
person, Saturday Dec. 14 | 8:30am | Ascension Church
Advent Reconciliation Service
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with opportunity for individual confessions
Sacrament of Reconciliation
Monday, Dec. 9 | 7:00pm | Ascension Church
Individual Confessions
Advent Reconciliation Service with opportunity for individual confessions
Saturdays, 8:30-9:00am year-round| St. Giles Church
Monday, Dec. 9 | 7:00pm | Ascension Church
Saturday, 4:00-4:45pm year-round| St. Edmund Church
Additional Reconciliation Times
Individual Confessions
Saturday, Dec. 14 | 11am-12pm | St. Catherine-St. Lucy
Monday, Dec. 23 | 6:00-7:00pm | St. Giles Church
Saturdays, 8:30-9:00am year-round| St. Giles Church
Saturday, 4:00-4:45pm year-round| St. Edmund Church
Additional Reconciliation Times
Saturday, Dec. 14 | 11am-12pm | St. Catherine-St. Lucy
ursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | St. Giles Church
Thursdays, Dec. 5, 12, 19 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | St. Giles Church
Advent Feast Days
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Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Monday, Dec. 9 | 6:30 am Mass | St. Giles Church
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Monday, Dec. 9 | 6:30 am Mass | St. Giles Church
Monday, Dec. 9 | 8:30 am Mass | St. Edmund Church
Our Lady of Guadalupe Youth Ministry Prayer Service
Tuesday, Dec. 10 | 7:00pm | St. Edmund Church
Our Lady of Guadalupe Youth Ministry Prayer Service
Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Bilingual Mass
Tuesday, Dec. 10 | 7:00pm | St. Edmund Church
ursday, Dec. 12 | 6:30pm | St. Edmund Church
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Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Bilingual Mass
Thursday, Dec. 12 | 6:30pm | St. Edmund Church
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“I see this study as laying the foundation for a healthier future for Black women—one where our voices are heard, our health is prioritized, and our lives are valued,” said Shanita Akintonde, Illinois VOICES
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This isn’t just a study; it’s a collective commitment to understanding and improving the health of Black women across the nation. And that change starts with you.
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New start on comprehensive plan
OPINION
It’s
FIorest Park’s village gover nment is wisely planning to update its comprehensive plan in 2025. Last reviewed in 2014, this plan is the wide-angle lens that elected and appointed officials craft to set priorities and overarching goals for the village going forward.
Specifically, the plan should focus on economic development and land-use policies, the future of village facilities, transportation, and gover nment-funding options. This is not about whether a three-story apartment building is better than a two-story structure. It’s about how Forest Park might take full advantage of transit-focused development near the Blue Line and Green Line. What should the future of the village-owned parking lot at the ter minus of the Blue Line be? The plan also ought to set direction about the density of proposed development and gauge how residential neighbors are impacted.
Certainly, this would be the place to finally spell out the future use of the villageowned Altenheim property and set a goal of involving the Park District of Forest Park in that project and further collaborations. In fact, it was in the 2014 update of the plan that working with the park district to create more and better open spaces was spelled out. That partnership has been a clear success
Village gover nment has, in the past two years, finally assessed the subpar conditions of its current facilities — from village hall to the community center. This plan should lay out how to either replace or upgrade those critical buildings, as well as other vital infrastructure like the water reservoirs.
What is the ongoing vision for Roosevelt Road? How can the basically abandoned military property on the street be controlled and remade to benefit Forest Park? What are next steps in continuing to support the gem that is Madison Street?
The village says it will actively engage all aspects of village gover nment in the planning and will invite residents and businesses to take part in the process. All good
Updating a comprehensive plan is a rare and wonderful moment to think big and to innovate while also respecting and pushing boundaries. We look forward to covering this process.
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Groundhog Day all over again
don’t know if I can do this again.
We’ve been through this. We’ve been over this. It’s getting to be like “Groundhog Day,” really. I mean, it’s exactly the doggone same To feel the same expectations, the same excitement, the same disappointments, the same pattern over and over and over like always. We don’t really change. We just complain that nothing ever changes. But when faced with the opportunity to do something genuinely dif ferent, we humans just stick with the same thing. It is a truism that the only thing people hate more than the status quo is change, and yet here we are. We have “solved” this by having both and neither.
ALAN BROUILETTE
ti ways? Even just once as a change of pace?
Me neither. Why do we keep doing this to ourselves? Why do ep making the same decisions the same ways? I mean, among the many definitions of insanity is doing the same thing peatedly yet always expecting the results to be different, no? And yet we keep running at that football because Lucy absolutely promised that this would be the time she wouldn’t pull it away. Are we getting suckered! Do we like to believe? Do we need to do the things we do just to convince ourselves that it’s OK to do the things we were already going to do anyway?
You try to talk yourself into it. Maybe this time it will be different! Perhaps there has been learning! Growth and change! Improvement and insight and innovation! Perhaps lessons were lear ned from the last go-round that will be applied to this go-round!
I have bad news for you: The odds are very much against that. We are who we are, and it is very, very difficult to change who you are. We all re peat patter ns we aren’t proud of, and humans are in this way no different in groups than on an individual basis.
Look at what’s going on right now! Yes, it’s early, but do you see any sign that things are getting better? That we have gained any wisdom at all? That we might change over time, with experience, in posi-
Think about the last time. Do you really want to do that again exactly? Do you even think you can?
If I’m being honest, I don’t know how much more of this I can take. I’m getting really frustrated just trudging through things that I don’t especially feel good about just because someone else feels it is important. I understand we all have our own views of the Correct Way, and obviously if each of us, individually, were completely in charge, everything would be fine. It leaves us all with the same angry feeling, “If only someone would listen to *me*!” We just wind up yelling at the TV and drowning our sor rows.
I don’t know that this is a healthy way for people to live
I know you’ re with me.
You know exactly what I’m talking about. Right?
An article titled “A magical holiday begins on Madison Street” which was published Dec. 5, incorrectly spelled the name of a cocktail bar. It is Bobby’s Eastside. It also incorrectly named the drink The Old Foal is serving. It is hot chocolate. We apolo gize for the er rors
Propinquity, everywhere you look REVIEW
Idon’t like using words that readers have to Google, but I’ve had two guys tell me they were drawn to Forest Park because of its “propinquity.” I looked it up just to lear n the pronunciation: “pro-PINGkwede.”
For such a long word, the meaning is simple. Propinquity comes from the Latin word meaning “near ness.” It’s a social phenomenon that we form relationships with people who are in close proximity. This can happen in the workplace or in schools. It also occurs with people living across the hall in an apartment building, or with next-door neighbors
ried, we wouldn’t have met our neighbors and for med lasting friendships if we didn’t live so lose together
Propinquity can start with who we sit next to in elementary school. It continues in high school, when we belong to the same teams. College roommates an become BFF’s, bonding over Ramen noodles and final exams
Gayle Sayers and Brian Picolo hadn’t roomed together, would we have the ritual of watching Brian’s Song?
when we frequent the same bars or restaurants. We build relationships with staff members and regulars. During the pandemic, though, propinquity was on life-support We became wary of each other.
Propinquity still hasn’t recovered. The workplace is gone for many. College students still avoid the classroom. Theater attendance fell. Not everyone is a fan of propinquity. They minimize human contact with online ordering and food delivery services. They keep to themselves and want to be left alone. Propinquity for them means a loss of privacy
Once I understood the word, I realized how much propinquity we have here in Forest Park. Our living space is compact and our houses are close together. Our businesses are within walking distance. We lost some of our propinquity when Ed’s Way closed. Now we’re having chance meetings at a variety of local grocery stores
Aside from our local propinquity, I would never have met my wife without the “p” word. Many romances, like ours, begin in the workplace. According to an online reference, “Occupational propinquity is a factor in marriage selection.” When we were mar-
Lately, my propinquity has been off the charts. In one week, I played Scrabble with a neighbor at a local restaurant. I gathered with Dive Bar Letter Writers and Historical Society members at Robert’s Westside to write letters to veterans. I enjoyed a holiday luncheon at Triton Colle ge with tutors and ESL students. Finally, we drank hot chocolate with neighbors at the Christmas Walk.
The camaraderie is wonderful but propinquity can get to be too much, especially during the holidays. Forty-six percent of Americans say they need more “alone time” this time of year. Taking a break with a book or watching a mindless holiday romance can recharge our batteries for more propinquity.
Socially, we raise our propinquity level,
I don’t blame them but won’t join them. I relish every opportunity to engage others. I don’t wait in the car. I have to go in, no matter the inconvenience. I get a kick out of conversing with shopkeepers, postal employees and restaurant workers. Sometimes they apologize about the wait. I assure them I’m retired and don’t care
I especially like going to familiar Forest Park hangouts. It’s a chance to chat with staff and see some of the regulars. I enjoy the surroundings, the food and drinks. Listening to the music they stream and watching sports on TV
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The undersigned apaplicant for a Relocator’s License hereby gives notice to the public that Nobs Towing, Inc. has filed with the Illinois Commerce Commission under and by virtue of the Illinois Commercial Relocation of Trespassing Vehicles Law, as amended, an application for a Relocator’s License within the territory as follows:
10 air miles of 1510 Hannah Ave., Forest Park, IL 60130, for vehicles relocated from an incorporated area; 15 air miles of 1510 Hannah Ave., Forest Park, IL 60130, for vehicles relocated from an unincorporated area.
Applicant now holds no other license to operate as a Commercial Relocator of Trespassing Vehicles.
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Published in Forest Park Review December 11, 2024
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Documents for the project shall be submitted with the bid. Incomplete, late or non-conforming bids will not be accepted.
No bids shall be withdrawn, cancelled or modified after the time for opening of bids without the Board’s consent for a period of sixty �60� days after the scheduled time of bid opening.
tics. Site visits will be held at 9�00am local time on Tuesday, November 26th 2024 at 415 W. Lexington Street, Maywood, IL 60153.
Sealed bids will be received by West 40 Intermediate Service Center #2 for the following project:
SITE RENOVATION & DOOR REPLACEMENT 415 W. LEXINGTON ST. MAYWOOD, IL 60153
Bids for SITE RENOVATION & DOOR REPLACEMENT will be received until 1�00 p.m. local time on Wednesday, December 11th, 2024 at the West 40 Intermediate Service Center #2, 415 W Lexington Street Maywood, IL 60153, and will be publicly opened and read at 1�05 p.m. local time on that date. Space is limited, so it is strongly encouraged that the bid opening be attended virtually via google meet at the following link: meet.google.com/abs-jikr-nqj
Bids shall be submitted in an opaque sealed envelope clearly marked:
West 40 Intermediate Service Center #2 415 W Lexington Street Maywood, IL 60153
Facsimile and electronic bids will not be accepted. All bids must be submitted in accordance with the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project. Bid security in the form of a bid bond in an amount equal to ten percent �10%� of the base bid amount shall be submitted with the bid. The bond shall be payable to the West 40 Intermediate Service Center #2 415 W Lexington Street Maywood, IL 60153. All documents and information required by the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding
The Bidding Documents for the project are available for viewing and download online without cost or purchase at the following link: https://drive.google.com/drive/ folders/1qnytdp0ADkyfU4l4uxh8AYVPQr1l9sLx?usp=sharing
Bulley & Andrews will manage this bid via Building Connected - a free, web-based bidding software. All bidding documents including instructions, pre-bid RFI’s, Addenda, and Exhibits will be updated and disbursed through this program. All bidding contractors are encouraged to contact B&A for access to Building Connected – please email Michael Damato at mdamato@bulley.com.
The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts thereof, or waive any irregularities or informalities. Bids shall be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder, considering conformity with specifications, terms of delivery, and quality and serviceability, as determined by the Board. Any such decision shall be considered final.
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For additional information on the project, contact Michael Damato of Bulley & Andrews, LLC at mdamato@bulley.com or 847�602�9512.
Published in Forest Park Review November 27, December 4, 11, 2024
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
BMO BANK N.A.
Plaintiff, -v.-
EUGENE A. PELLEGRINI A/K/A EUGENE A. PELLIGRINI, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. 24 CH 2514
1811 BRISTOL ST., WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 9/25/2024, an agent of Auction.com LLC will at 12:00 PM on January 8, 2025 located at 100 N LaSalle St, Suite 1400, Chicago IL, 60602, sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate. Commonly known as 1811 BRISTOL ST., WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
Property Index No. 15-21-411-0030000
The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $102,124.28 Sale Terms: 20% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to Auction.com LLC, No third party checks will be accepted. All registered bidders need to provide a photo ID in order to bid. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. (relief fee not required) 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)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701
(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel LLC. (312) 357-1125 please refer to file number 24-00676. Auction.com LLC 100 N LaSalle Suite 1400 Chicago, IL 60606 - 872-2254985 You can also visit www.auction. com.
Attorney File No. 24-00676 Case Number: 24 CH 2514 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. I3253810
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST Plaintiff,
-v.-
BENJAMIN MCGEE, MARVA MCGEE
A/K/A MARVA D MCGEE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS
Defendants
2023 CH 00549
2918 WILCOX AVENUE
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 1, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 6, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2918 WILCOX AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-206-0550000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).
If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 3469088.
THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC
One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088
E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com
Attorney File No. 22-13437il_864723
Attorney Code. 61256
Case Number: 2023 CH 00549
TJSC#: 44-3002
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2023 CH 00549 I3255882
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDER OF THE CWABS, INC. ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-10
Plaintiff vs. BILLY E. BABER; CASSANDRA C. BABER; GOTTLIEB MEMORIAL HOSPITAL; ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS
Defendant 19 CH 505 CALENDAR 58 NOTICE OF SALE
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 6, 2025, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-16-116-047-0000.
Commonly known as 1043 Marshall Ave., Bellwood, IL 60104.
The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 2215 Enterprise Drive, Suite 1512, Westchester, Illinois 60154. (312) 940-8580. 18-15242
INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
intercountyjudicialsales.com
I3256298
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
NEWREZ LLC D/B/A SHELLPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING F/K/A SPECIALIZED LOAN SERVICING LLC Plaintiff, -v.JAIME ROJAS, DAMON RITENHOUSE, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF VILMA TOLEDO, DECEASED, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, VILLAGE OF BELLWOOD, RODRIGO ROJAS, DIEGO ROJAS A/K/A DIEGO FELIPE ROJAS, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VILMA TOLEDO
Defendants 16 CH 15479 120 HYDE PARK AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 6, 2024, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 A.M. on January 7, 2025, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at a public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL ONE: LOT 159, (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 8-1/3 FEET THEREOF), IN ST. CHARLES ROAD FIRST ADDITION TO PROVISO, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTH HALF OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL TWO; THE SOUTH 16.67 FEET OF LOT 160, IN ST. CHARLES ROAD FIRST ADDITION TO PROVISO, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE WEST HALF OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER, (LYING NORTH OF ST. CHARLES ROAD) OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS (EXCEPT THAT PART CONVEYED TO THE CHICAGO AND NORTHWESTERN RAILWAY), IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS.
Commonly known as 120 HYDE PARK AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104
Property Index No. 15-08-216-059-0000
The real estate is improved with a single family residence.
Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.
Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.
The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.
If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL, 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION
One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE
You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.
MCCALLA RAYMER LEIBERT PIERCE, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago IL, 60602 312-346-9088
E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com
Attorney File No. 20-05507IL_615449
Attorney Code. 61256
Case Number: 16 CH 15479
TJSC#: 44-3013
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 16 CH 15479
I3256364
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION MATRIX FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION Plaintiff vs. GINA M. BRADEN Defendant 20 CH 3059 CALENDAR 60 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 7, 2025, at the hour 11:00 A.M., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: LOT 2 IN BLOCK 2 IN OLIVER SALINGER AND COMPANY’S WESTDALE GARDENS, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF THE NORTHWEST FRACTIONAL 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 12, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED DECEMBER 10, 1943 AS DOCUMENT 13191348, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. P.I.N. 15-19-101-065-0000. Commonly known as 1207 DEGENER AVE., ELMHURST, IL 60126. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Suite 201, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 3571125. 20-00801 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3256377
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