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Outside report details District 90 diversity woes District staff does not reflect student body By THOMAS VOGEL Staff Reporter

Just under half of all elementary students in River Forest public schools will never have a teacher of color and just one in 10 classes at Roosevelt Middle School are taught by a teacher of color, according to a new report presented to the District 90 Board of Education at its June 6 meeting. The study was conducted by an outside consultant. The 30-page report, commissioned by the board for $15,000 as part of its continued push for greater equity and inclusivity in its schools and produced by Chicago-based Alma Advisory Group, focuses on revamping hiring practices and boosting staff diversity. The report’s conclusions — which used district data, staff interviews and focus groups — were mixed. There were several areas of improvement but also a few clear strengths that Alma consultants said should be leveraged. The report comes just about a month after District 90 partnered with Oak Park’s District 97 and District 200 at the Tri-District Town Hall Forum. “There’s an awful lot of research and I think anecdotal kind of support as well that children do benefit when they see themselves in adults in their community,” District 90 Supt. Edward Condon said at the June 6 meeting. “Our student body today is more diverse than we’ve ever been before. It’s a very rich tapestry. … Our faculty, while it continues to change and evolve, has not really become more diverse, as See D90 diversity on page 13

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OPRF softball players mob pitcher Chardonnay Harris after she struck out the final hitter during the Huskies’ 2-1 win against Lincoln Way East on June 10 in the championship game of the IHSA Class 4A state finals in EastSide Centre in East Peoria. For even more coverage, turn to Sports, page 36.

OPRF softball savors sweet repeat Huskies’ Harris, Scott provide heroics in riveting Class 4A final

By JACK McMULLEN Contributing Reporter

Oak Park and River Forest senior catcher Mariah Scott missed a hit-andrun sign from head coach Mel Kolbusz in the top of the seventh inning, causing junior shortstop Maeve Nelson to be

tagged out on a steal attempt at second base on Saturday. Less than a minute later, Scott delivered one of the biggest moments in OPRF sports history. Scott’s towering solo home run in the top of the seventh was all OPRF needed to seal a 1-0 victory in the IHSA Class 4A

State Final against Lincoln-Way East High School. The Huskies (37-1) won their second straight 4A state title. Over the past two seasons, OPRF finished with a 74-3 record. See OPRF softball on page 35

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The road ahead One hundred years ago in June 1917, our native son, Ernest Hemingway, graduated from Oak Park High School (now Oak Park River Forest High School). The Hemingway Foundation of Oak Park is celebrating this milestone by holding its annual fundraiser on Saturday, June 17, at the Hemingway Museum, 200 N. Oak Park Ave. Over the last several weeks the Wednesday Journal has featured a moment from this pivotal year in Hemingway’s life each Wednesday leading up

Oak Park Trustee Moroney named to OPEDC board

The Oak Park Board of Trustees unanimously approved the appointment of Trustee Dan Moroney to serve on the board of the Oak Park Economic Development Corporation (OPEDC). The OPEDC is a nonprofit organization contracted by the Village of Oak Park to attract business development to the village. The group also has a board of trustees that includes voting members of village government – the mayor, village manager and an Oak Park trustee appointed by the mayor – that votes on proposed developments and makes recommendations to the Oak Park Board of Trustees. The OPEDC board meets in private and does not allow attendance by the press or members of the public, prompting criticism by some Oak Parkers for its lack of transparency. A position on the OPEDC board opened up in April when Oak Park Trustee Peter Barber was not re-elected to the Oak Park Board of Trustees. Other members of the OPEDC board include: Chairman Martin J. Noll, chief

to the event. Today, we share our final Hemingway remembrance. “Though by the end of his life, Ernest’s separation from Oak Park was quite complete, the love, the discipline and the education he received there provided him with a sense of self-confidence, discipline and spirit of adventure that lasted his entire life.” N. Sindelar, “Influencing Hemingway,” p. 156, Lanham, Maryland: Rowman and Littlefield, 2014.

executive officer of Community Bank Oak Park River Forest; Vice Chairman Thomas Gallagher, chief credit officer of Community Bank Oak Park River Forest; Secretary Frank Pellegrini, of real estate law firm Pellegrini & Cristiano; Secretary Mary K. Ludgin, managing director of Chicago-based real estate investment firm Heitman; Director Everett Ward, a partner at Quarles & Brady who serves on the firm’s national Real Estate Group; and Cathy Yen, head of the Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce.

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Schools ‘tri’ tackling equity all at once

A new Tri-District Equity Committee established by the three public school districts in Oak Park and River Forest is coming into being. The new body is a gesture of unity and a signal that the districts are committed to seriously confronting the race-laden academic opportunity gap between students. After a May 1 town hall meeting in River Forest that included members

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of Districts 90, 97 and 200, each of the three boards approved a motion to designate one of their members to sit on a joint board committee “to work on collaborating and articulating our joint efforts,” according to the motion. In Oak Park, D97 board member

Katherine Murray-Liebl and D200 board member Sara Dixon-Spivy were selected to sit on the new committee. The River Forest District 90 school board named board president Ralph Martire as its tridistrict member.

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BIG WEEK The Hemingway Graduation Party Saturday, June 17, 7 to 10 p.m., Hemingway Museum: Celebrating 100 years since Ernest graduated from Oak Park High, this Ernest Hemingway Foundation benefit features food, cocktails, the OPRF Jazz Ensemble, Julian’s Spoken Word Club, and a silent auction. Cocktail attire suggested. Tickets, $100, ehfop.org. 200 N Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

Church of Beethoven

Yappy Hour Wednesday, June 14, 6:30 to 9 p.m., Cheney Mansion: Grab your pup for an evening of mingling on the lawn. The evening includes beer, wine, doggy “cocktails,” hors d’oeuvres, mansion tours, canine massages, photo booth, silent auction and a raffle. Tickets: $25 ($30 at the door), dogs free. $10 of ticket price donated to the Animal Care League. Register at pdop.org. 220 N. Euclid, Oak Park.

The Seniors’ Senior Prom, Fiesta! Friday, June 17, 6 to 9 p.m., Oak Park Arms Retirement Community: Seniors will dance the night away at the 39thannual Prom, Fiesta! Free and open to the public, live music provided by Salsa Chicago and entertainment by the Folkloric Dancers. Reservations requested. Call 708-386-4040 or oakparkarms.com. 408 S. Oak Park Ave.

It Don’t Just... Shake Off Opening night June 16, 8 p.m., Open Door Repertory: Set in the 1920s, this new musical is based on the true partnership of Tampa Red and Georgia Tom, the father of gospel music. This celebration of blues is filled with music composed by these two legends, as well as original music. Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m., Sundays, 3 p.m., through July 23. General admission, $25, seniors, $22. Info/tickets: 708-386-5510. 902 S. Ridgeland Ave.

Sunday, June 18, 10:30 a.m., Open Door Repertory: Violinist Daniela Bisenius and jazz pianist and accordionist Don Stille perform jazz, classical and some surprises. Adults, $10, students, $5. Information and tickets: churchofbeethovenoakpark.com. 902 S. Ridgeland Ave.

Oak Park Festival Theatre does “Macbeth”

Nature and Science: Air-Powered Toys Friday, June 16, 10 a.m. to Noon, Wonder Works: This Oak Park children’s museum offers a different theme each Friday in their hands-on science program. This week, launch a paper helicopter, release a balloon-powered vehicle, blow sailboats across water, and more. Wonder Works is for children from birth to age eight. Program covered by general admission, $7. Info: wonder-works.org, 708-383-4815. 6445 W. North Ave.

First Preview, Thursday, June 15, 8 p.m. ($10), Second Preview, Friday, June 16, 8 p.m. (Community Appreciation Night – Free), Austin Gardens: During a time of great political upheaval 400 years ago, Shakespeare gave us a vehicle to pick up a mirror and examine the chaos and destruction that could be created by a tyrannical ruler. Running through July 22. For show times, pricing, and tickets: 708-445-4440 or oakparkfestival.com/macbeth/. 167 Forest Ave.

Her Voice Reception Friday, June 16, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Expressions Graphics: See an art exhibition of women printmakers. During the reception, there will be live music, refreshments and at 8 p.m., a guest speaker from Sarah’s Inn. The show runs through June 30. Information: 708-447-9262, expressionsgraphics.org. 29 Harrison St., Oak Park

Free Summer Concerts Sunday, June 18, 5:30 p.m., Scoville Park: Here’s a chance to listen to music, dance with family, and picnic with friends. This weekend’s concert features Bopology’s jazz and modern swing. The Park District of Oak Park and local businesses sponsor these concerts every Sunday through August. This concert sponsored by “Wednesday Journal.” Lake St. and Oak Park Ave.

Murder and Mayhem Saturday, June 17, 2 to 4 p.m., Veterans Room, Oak Park Main Library: Sneak out to see writers Julia Buckley and Vickie Fee as they clue you in on what it’s like to be authors of cozy mysteries. Both have released new books in May. Buckley writes two mystery series, including one for foodies. Fee writes humorous mysteries featuring a party planner sleuth. 834 Lake St.

Unity Temple Unveiling Saturday, June 17, 2 to 5 p.m., United Temple: The public is invited to a free open house after the completion of a $25 million restoration of one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s architectural masterpieces. Entry is first-come, first served; last group admitted at 4:45 p.m. An invitation-only ribbon cutting and ceremony takes place earlier with keynote speaker, architect Paul Goldberger. 875 Lake St., Oak Park

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Saturday, June 17, 7 p.m. and 8:15 p.m., Lewis Hall, Dominican University: Doors open at 6:30 p.m. During open mic, 7 to 8 p.m., try a new story or tell for the first time, update an old story, or just listen. At 8:15, hear professional storyteller Shanta. All are welcome. Free admission, donations appreciated. Questions? info@storytelling.org or 708-4656305. 7900 W. Division St., River Forest

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Writer in residence, scholarship program extend group’s reach By MICHELLE DYBAL

This year’s top honor went to Ellie Bourgikos who wrote about her two homes – the one she lives at in Oak Park during the ome think “Wright” is synonymous school year and the vastly different one she with Oak Park, while others think experiences in Greece over the summer, in “write,” with visions of Berg, Bur- the village from which her father emigrated. roughs and Hemingway, among oth- The essay is titled, “Between Two Worlds.” ers. At the Ernest Hemingway Foun“My family is big on storytelling,” Bourdation, much of what they do is about gikos said. “Over time, this turned into espreserving the history of Hemingway: his says. Now, it’s a hobby of mine.” birthplace home, family history, his time as When she learned her work was chosen a youth in Oak Park. But anand would be published, she other important part is nurfelt a rush of excitement. turing writers and engaging “My 6-year-old self is losthe community. ing her mind!” she said. They do this in a number of The other two finalists are ways, some established, some Kara Jackson and Zachery newer to the foundation. One Brown. Short stories from longer running program is the 11 adults will also appear in Writer in Residence. Through this second annual edition a national search, one writer of Hemingway Shorts, availis selected to have access to able through the foundation. the attic writing space of the Other writers getting an Photo by Paul Goyette Hemingway birthplace home, opportunity through the an 1890 Queen Anne on Oak Julian Middle School student Hemingway Foundation Park Avenue. Maya Souden will perform are members of the Julian “We look for accomplished with Spoken Word at the Spoken Word Club, which is writers,” said Mary Jane Hemingway Graduation sponsored by the Oak Park Neumann, executive comEducation Foundation. Party on Saturday. mittee member on the ErThese middle schoolers are nest Hemingway Foundation performing at the HemingBoard of Directors. “We also search for some- way Graduation Party. One participant, one who will interact with the community.” Maya Souden, who recently completed sixth The new Writer in Residence, who will grade, has used her poetry as a means of per“get the keys” at the Hemingway Gradua- sonal expression. tion Party on June 17, is Oak Park resident “There are so many different angles in Cameron Gearen, who published a book one form of art,” Souden said. “The content of poetry, Some Perfect Year, in 2016. She depends on what I’m thinking. Sometimes has also written and published essays and it’s easier to say something in a poem than taught writing and English. She plans to to tell someone something directly.” work on and complete her memoir during For the event, students created their works her two-year residency. based on a Hemingway book or quote. Souden “You get distracted at home,” she said. says she likes both writing and performing. “But like Virginia Woolf, having a ‘Room of “I like to find a creative way to say someOwn’s Own’ will help.” thing,” she said. “But it’s invigorating to Gearen also said she’s driven to write and perform and that’s creative too – the way “for every success there’s 2,000 rejections.” you present, how you’re going to move, It took her 15 years to get her poetry book walk, and use the mic.” published, for example. According to Neumann, having a scholar“It’s about who doesn’t quit,” Gearen con- ship program for high school essay writers and tinued. “You do it for yourself and you can’t inviting members of the Spoken Word Club to live without it.” their event is a way to draw in young writers. To encourage young writers, the Heming“We want to connect with local writers and way Foundation began offering a scholar- youth,” she said. “And bringing in Spoken ship at Oak Park and River Forest High Word is creative. It’s exciting and modern.” As Writer in Residence, Gearen said she School in 2016. Juniors submit essays for the chance to be mentored by the Writer in Resi- wants to give writing an image redo, from dence during senior year and to win a $1,000 something elitist to something approachable. “I don’t want anyone to think they can’t cash prize upon graduation. The top three essays get published in the annual publica- write; we all have something to say,” she said. “There’s room for a lot of voices.” tion Hemingway Shorts.

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Kennedy goes positive

n this discouraging moment of ruinous politics, hot rhetoric and addition via degradation, I sat last week in the cafeteria at Proviso West High School waiting for what I assumed would be a ferocious blast of negativity from a Democratic candidate for governor, Chris Kennedy. The occasion was the annual dinner of the Maywood, Bellwood and Broadview chambers. I was there to celebrate as our colleague Michael Romain was honored by the Maywood chamber as its “Community Service Award” recipient. He was selected because in addition to his good work covering education for Wednesday Journal and editing our Austin Weekly News (more on that later), Michael also publishes the Village Free Press, a legitimate news report for Maywood. For four years it has been digital first and only, but in recent months, with small support from the Journal, the Village Free Press has been in print as well. The early part of the evening was given over to the inspiring announcements of a batch of scholarships to graduates of the on-the-come Proviso high schools. I was surprised that Kennedy arrived early, worked the room a bit but then stood in the rear watching attentively, not at his watch, but at these kids getting honored and respected. When, finally, it was his turn to talk I thought the era of good feelings was over and that it was time for the millionaire Kennedy to berate the billionaire J.B. Pritzker. But he never mentioned Pritzker. He never mentioned that he was running for governor. Instead he called the scholarship winners out by name and said he wanted to offer them advice despite having heard plenty of advice as the eighth of 11 children of Bobby and Ethyl Kennedy. “Do what makes you happy,” he told the students. And by doing what makes you happy, you will find what your passion is, and when you find your passion you’ll be ready to use it to help other people and

that, he said, is where real happiness is found. That’s the short version. His 15-minute talk was filled out with a positive spirituality and a hopeful take on the ability we all have to choose to do good, to do better, to be better. The primary is well off. But in this sorry state of Illinois, I’m ready to vote for a pragmatic, hopeful message that calls on us to be more than angry warriors fighting over scraps. Following Evanston: Several times in the past few years I’ve urged school leaders in Oak Park, and now I’d happily add in River Forest, to pay more attention to Evanston. Facing and facing up to the same equity issues in their public schools as we have here, the near North Shore town has been steps ahead of us. Good for them and smart for us to pay attention. As reported in great detail by the independent Evanston RoundTable newspaper, the elementary school board welcomed a consultant’s report on the failings of the district over decades to take on race and equity disparities. The report went on to spell out nine recommendations the district needs to take to finally get ahead of this complex issue. What’s most fundamental? Acknowledging the profound roots of the problem. “There is a persistent and unacceptable opportunity gap for students of color in District 65. The district’s leadership team attributes the racial predictability of achievement and disciplinary outcomes to institutional racism, a huge problem that can only start to be solved by acknowledging the history of white supremacy in Evanston/Skokie schools.” It couldn’t be made plainer. It’s not sackcloth and ashes time for white people. It’s not required to self-declare as a racist. But it is past time to accept and acknowledge that our history on race is sour and it is pervasive. It is time to accept and acknowledge that every person of any color in this race-scarred nation carries heavy weights. It just is. And until we face it we just can’t fix it.

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Non-domesticated animals may bee out Trustees may move to update village code in response to resident’s complaint BY THOMAS VOGEL Staff Reporter

The River Forest Village Board may move to restrict residents from having non-domesticated animals — bees, ducks and chickens — on their property in the coming months. At the board’s June 12 meeting, trustees referred the matter to the Sustainability Commission and asked for more information, including waiting for results from neighboring Riverside’s own pilot beehive program. The discussion follows one complaint the village received from a neighbor of a resident who recently got a beehive. There are some “pros to housing these animals,” but it is important to balance those benefits with the safety needs of residents and village employees, Village Administrator Eric Palm noted in a June 8 memo. “I’m not looking to create more government,” Palm said. “But the only concern I have as your village administrator is just the safety concern for our village staff and potentially utility workers.” For now, Village Board President Catherine Aducci said, the number of residents with ducks or chickens or bees is a small minority. But, she added, it may be worth the board discussing possible updates to village code before demand increases. There are several potential options moving forward, including revising village code to ban bees explicitly; allowing bees, ducks or chickens under a special use ordinance; or keeping the status quo. Currently, the village issues citations if it receives complaints from neighbors.

Two sections of village code prohibit certain types of animals. Cattle, horses, swine, sheep, goats, ducks, geese, chickens and other poultry are specifically banned. In another section, “dangerous animals,” including bears, lions, tigers or poisonous reptiles, are also forbidden. Complaints about beekeeping have come under the village’s “nuisance” ordinance, which prohibits animals, dead or alive, that could be “dangerous or detrimental to health.” It is unclear how many River Forest residents have beehives, chicken coops or ducks on their property. Village officials said they have not received a significant number of complaints as of June. Trustee Thomas Cargie said River Forest’s tight residential areas may open up neighbors to potential unwanted bee stings. “The enjoyment of you with your beehive prevents me from having kids out in my backyard,” Trustee Thomas Cargie said. “I think bees do pose a safety risk.” Another trustee, Susan Conti, asked for more info. “If we’re gonna make a decision about beehives we should have somebody maybe give us a little presentation” Conti said. Trustee Mike Gibbs cited the village’s “dangerous animals” code and said, while not usually deadly, bee stings are a concern. “There’s a reason why we put these laws in there, as farmland moved west and houses went up and trains brought people from the city,” Trustee Mike Gibbs said, referencing the village’s current codes, which are several decades old. “It seems kinda like we’re going back, we’re gonna end up having the same problems we had when we put these rules in in the first place.” Riverside’s pilot program, among other things, requires licensing for beehive owners and restricts the size of hives.

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Oak Park gets its first canned beer via Kinslahger

Microbrew expands capacity, collaborates with Two Brothers By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

It’s been a big year for beer in Oak Park, and hopheads can now get their own local suds by the can with the release of Chicago Common and Prohibition Pilsner by Kinslahger Brewing Company. And that’s not all that’s percolating at Kinslahger, Oak Park’s first microbrewery, which opened up a little over a year ago at 6806 W. Roosevelt Road. Kinslahger co-owner Keith Huizinga told Wednesday Journal that over the summer his operation will quadruple its brewing capacity to roughly 3,000 barrels a year. At 31 gallons TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER/TStaff per barrel and eight pints per gallon, that’s nearly 750,000 pints NEW BREW: Keith Huizinga, co-owner of Kinslahger of beer being produced in Oak Park by Kinslahger alone. Huizinga said the increase in capacity requires the decom- Brewing Company, 6806 Roosevelt Rd., said Kinslahger is missioning of Kinslahger’s existing brewing equipment and in- quadrupling its brewing capacity this summer. Kinslahger stallation of higher-capacity tanks at the Roosevelt Road facility. also has released its first canned beer -- Chicago Common During the interim, most of Kinslahger’s beer will be brewed and Prohibition Pilsner. and canned at the Great Central Brewing Company’s facility in Chicago’s Fulton Market District. Common lagers hit the shelves late last week and “It’s brewed exactly to our specifications, is available at Sugar Beet Food Co-op, 812 Madison and I can’t tell the difference between the beer St., and Beer Shop, 1026 North Blvd. they’ve made and our beer; it’s based on our The first batch of Kinslahger tall boys flew ■ Video online recipes and it’s the same beer,” he said. off the shelves at Sugar Beet, according to Huizinga said state liquor laws require that all VISIT OAKPARK.COM Lissa Dysart, marketing and promotions manthe beer served at Kinslahger’s tasting room on ager, who noted that the grocery store would be Roosevelt must be brewed in-house, so they’ve stocked up again by Tuesday, June 13. stocked up for the summer while the new equipment is inHuizinga said he currently is working to get Kinslahger stalled. The rest will be made at Central Brewing Company. into other stores in Oak Park and surrounding communities. The first batch of canned Prohibition Pilsner and Chicago

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He described the two new beers – Kinslahger’s most popular – in a recent interview, calling the Prohibition Pilsner an American-style pilsner “based on how beer would have been made prior to prohibition.” “At that time, we had Bohemian and Bavarian immigrants coming to the U.S. and making the new pilsner-style beer but incorporating some unique American ingredients – different types of hops, a little bit of corn – along with the Bohemian and Bavarian ingredients that were traditionally used,” he said. Huizinga said the result is a light, crisp beer “that is a unique taste into the past on what those brewers would have been making at that time.” The Chicago Common is a Kinslahger original that takes its inspiration from Chicago common bricks used to rebuild the city after the Chicago Fire of 1871, Huizinga said. “The flavor profiles tie into the earthy nature of those bricks, so we use lots of rich, red malt and balance that malt character with earthy and piney flavored hops,” he said. “We add a touch of rye in the finish to make it spicy and unique, and we increased the body and the alcohol content a little bit to communicate the concept of Chicago’s big shoulders.” Kinslahger also is working on collaborative brew – yet to be named – with the new kid on microbrew block – Two Brothers Brewing, which opened its new restaurant in May at 100 S. Marion St. That beer will be a Two Brothers original and will soon be available for a limited time only at Two Brothers’ Oak Park location. Huizinga said he is excited by the recent opening of Two Brothers and other beer-centric establishments in Oak Park because of the potential for them to make the village a destination for beer aficionados. “This area will become a draw for beer tourism,” Huizinga said. “Now instead of just coming to Kinslahger, [visitors] can hit three or four places.” CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

A new business incubator hatches at OPRF

The new INCubatoredu program will help students develop ideas from concept to pitch By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

A new business program that’s set to start next school year at Oak Park and River Forest High School will allow students the opportunity to develop their own real-world services and products that could potentially garner thousands of dollars in funding. INCubatoredu — a national program that provides a specialized curriculum to hundreds of member schools in over a dozen states — will provide online instruction materials, consultation on how the classroom is designed, a coaching and mentoring framework, and professional development resources for the year-long course. “The incubator is going to teach our high school students, mainly juniors and seniors, how to start a business,” said Peter Hostrawser, the founder and department chair of the

OPRF School of Business. In addition to the incubator program, the business school also provides internship opportunities and more traditional business courses, and operates OPRF’s Business Club. OPRF business teacher Matthew Prebble will teach the incubator course. Hostrawser said that he anticipates that the program will enroll between 65 and 75 students split into three sections of roughly 25 students each. Each section will be divided into groups of four to five students who will create a service or product “from idea to pitch.” Hostrawser said that students will work to develop a “minimum viable product or service” that they’ll eventually turn into a startup. Part of the development process involves pitching their ideas to investors to generate seed money to grow their operations. At some INCubatoredu schools, students have garnered up to $20,000 in startup funds, he said. In addition to financial assistance, the students also receive technical assistance from a mentor — typically an accomplished businessperson or entrepreneur who can offer subtle consultation. “Each student group gets a mentor who acts as an advisor to that team, but the cool

part about the mentors is that they don’t give the answers,” Hostrawser said. “The great thing about this program is that we’re teaching students how to hail forward.” District 200 school board member Matt Baron said that he was struck by the program’s mentoring aspect. “This is precisely in line with what I feel the high school could use in terms of tapping into the talent Photo provided and dedication and skillset of the wider communi- SET TO HATCH: Matthew Prebble, left, and Peter Hostrawser ty,” said Baron, who owns during a May 10 informational meeting for the new busia marketing and public re- ness incubator. lations firm in Oak Park. “This was already going the classroom will be redesigned so that it to happen, so I can’t take credit but when I resembles the flexible, high-tech workspace found out about it from Peter, I said, ‘Gosh, of a Silicon Valley or Loop startup, Baron this is perfect.’” noted. Baron said he thinks of the new incubator “I’m confident that this will be a really program as being in the mold of 1871 — the cool, fun, energizing place to inspire creativtechnology and entrepreneurship center lo- ity, teamwork and risk-taking,” Baron said. cated in Chicago’s Merchandise Mart. Even CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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Businesses, Oak Park board: ‘Not another Arts District study’

Trustees put brakes on new consulting contract By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

The Oak Park Board of Trustees was set to approve a contract for up to $57,100 to study the Oak Park Arts District on Harrison Street earlier this month, but the idea was tabled at the request of business owners in the area. Laura Maychruk, who serves as president of the Oak Park Arts District Business Association and is the owner of Buzz Café, told trustees at their June 5 board meeting that it makes no sense to spend the money on a consultant when the funds could be used for direct improvements to the district. The board agenda item to hire Evanstonbased urban planning consultant Teska Associates to update a development plan completed in 2003 originally had been placed on the board’s consent agenda along with items typically approved without discussion. But the Arts District consulting item was removed and placed on the regularly agenda for discussion at the request of Trustee Deno Andrews, who argued that any investment in the arts district should first include input from business owners there and the business association headed by Maychruk. Maychruk said in a telephone interview that she learned about plans for the study on June 1, when she randomly met someone from Teska Associates who was walking around the arts district and engaged her in conversation. “We just learned about this study maybe on Thursday,” Maychruk told the board of trustees. “I was able to briefly discuss this with our board on Friday, and the general consensus is that if you read the 2003 study, not very much has changed, and we feel like this money could be better spent on things that we actually need instead of studying us again.” Andrews said at the June 5 meeting that the Oak Park Board of Trustees should defer investment until they get input and “buy in” from the business association. “I don’t think we know the street like they know the street,” Andrews said. Trustee Andrea Button agreed, saying, “I’m in favor of investing in Harrison Street, but I don’t know if it needs to be like this. I think a more direct investment could be worthwhile.” Andrews said the top barrier for artists moving into a space there is the high cost. “If we want artists to move into the neighborhood, we need to find a way to lower the cost and lower that barrier to entry for artists to move in; otherwise, it’s never going to be conducive to a vibrant art scene because they’re going to go elsewhere.” He called on Maychruk and her group to come up with 10 ideas on how to spend the money, rather than contracting another

study. The last study, conducted by students from the University of Illinois College of Urban Planning and Public Affairs in 2003, cost the village about $130,000, according to Village Planner Craig Failor. Maychruk said in a telephone interview that her business group will discuss the issue at their next meeting and come up with a proposal for how to spend

the money. She said that she thought commissioning murals and permanent sculptures could be a good use of the funds to better identify the area as an arts district. “I’m looking forward to having a conversation with the trustees to enhance the arts district instead of studying it,” she said. “I’m grateful that they listened.” CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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District 90 adopts ‘inclusive’ resolution

School district first public body in River Forest to do so By THOMAS VOGEL Staff reporter

The River Forest District 90 Board of Education unanimously approved an “inclusive” resolution at its June 6 meeting, affirming the school system’s commitment to educating community children regardless of their background. The one-page resolution bars district employees from asking about a student’s or parent’s immigration status and requires Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to get permission from Supt. Edward Condon before entering district buildings. The adoption comes just about a week after both houses of the Illinois Legislature passed Senate Bill 31, also called the Trust Act, which prevents law enforcement from detaining people “solely on the basis of immigration” status. “It’s a tough issue and its one that you really have to hit head on…,” Board President

Ralph Martire said June 6. Without the community getting behind us, the effort won’t be as successful as it needs to be.” Martire said he hopes the River Forest village board will pass a similar resolution, adding that a village-wide resolution would reach more community members. “It’d be nice to have it not just be D90. You bring in other community stakeholders,” Martire said June 12. “We want the whole community to support the effort.” The June 19 agenda for the River Forest village board includes discussion of a “welcoming resolution” but no action will be taken. Oak Park District 97 and District 200 passed similar resolutions in March. The Village of Oak Park passed its own ordinance in February. A few community members came out June 6 to thank District 90 board members for their action. “It just fills me with great pride and joy to know that my daughter is with you guys every day,” River Forest parent Erika Bachner said. “I could not ask for anymore from a school to have her grow up in this kind of community.”

D97 won’t cut media assistants

District librarians had been staunchly opposed to the possibility of cutting positions By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

Oak Park District 97 officials announced last week that they will not get rid of the eight part-time and two full-time media assistants employed in the district. Earlier this year, district administrators had been considering cutting the positions in an attempt to modernize the library spaces, according to Amy Warke, D97’s chief academic and accountability officer. District librarians were vocally opposed to the cuts, with many former and present librarians speaking out against the district’s plans at a regular meeting on May 23. Retired librarian Judy Chrisman was among those who argued that cutting the assistants would mean that current librarians would have less time for teaching and

would be spread too thin trying to do other tasks, like shelving and checking out books. “There is just no way that you can run a library with only one staff member,” Chrisman said. “Volunteers are wonderful, but there is much they cannot do and some things they should not do.” In a statement released June 8, District 97 officials said that they decided to restore the media assistant position at all 10 district school buildings for the 2017-18 school year. “We are in the process of contacting the individuals who served in these positions this year to gauge their interest in returning, and plan to recommend their re-employment as part of the personnel report being presented for action during the Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, June 13,” the statement reads. “Any positions that remain open following the completion of this process will be posted with the goal of filling them prior to the start of the school year. At this time, we can confirm the need to post for the position at Whittier Elementary School because the person who occupied it retired at the end of the year.” CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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Oak Park poised to allow county minimum wage increase

Village manager: No request to opt out of county ordinance By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

Oak Park residents earning minimum wage could see bigger paychecks in July if the Oak Park Board of Trustees chooses to not opt out of a new wage hike imposed by Cook County. The increase, mandated by the Cook County Board, would raise the hourly wage from $8.25 to $10 beginning July 1 and one dollar every year until the wage reaches $13, but municipalities are given the ability to opt out. Several suburban municipalities around

Oak Park already have done so, but there has been no clear interest in opting out from members of the Oak Park Board of Trustees, according to Village Manager Cara Pavlicek. Pavlicek said in early June that there has been no request from board members to bring up the issue. Considering that the village approved a minimum wage ordinance last August, said Pavlicek, “I don’t know if I would expect” a request at this point. “I guess it’s possible, but I haven’t heard anything,” she said. That minimum wage ordinance approved by the village in 2016 sets the limit at $12 an hour, but it only applies to village employees and the employees of companies with contracts with the village of more than $25,000 a year. Neighboring towns that already have opted out of the county ordinance include

Elmwood Park, River Forest, Riverside and Maywood. North Riverside is expected to opt out later this month. The Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce conducted a survey of Oak Park businesses in May, showing that, of the 284 businesses that responded, 49 percent support the wage increase, 43 percent oppose and 8 percent were uncertain. The survey also showed that businesses with more employees were more likely to oppose the county minimum wage increase. Businesses with one to five employees approved of the increase, while the majority of those with more than five employees supported opting out. It also revealed that “the three industries that favored Oak Park opting out of the county wage ordinance represent 35 percent of the businesses who responded to the survey, or 98 of the 284 respondents.”

Those three industries were: food, dining and hospitality; personal services; and retail. Cathy Yen, executive director of the chamber of commerce, did not respond to requests for an interview, but wrote in a Wednesday Journal blog post in May that the decision boils down to the question of whether Oak Parkers are willing to pay more for goods and services. “If consumers will pay more to offset increased costs, then we can manage a higher minimum wage,” Yen wrote. “Let’s promote it and be proud of it. However, if price-conscious consumers choose cheaper coffee, restaurants, or services in a neighboring town, then we have to ask ourselves whether we can afford to stand on principle.” CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

Mills Park Tower struggles after losing parking

Village rents parking spaces near senior citizen building By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

It’s been a few months since seniors living in Mills Park Tower lost access to about 10 parking spaces near their affordable senior living building in the Pleasant District. While the decision by the village to turn the spots, which run adjacent to Mills Park along Pleasant Place, into permit-only parking aimed to help area residents, the newly permitted parking – the village is charging about $250 per quarter for each spot – has left seniors without a nearby place for caregivers, doctors, family members and others to park while visiting and making deliveries to the building. More than a dozen seniors turned out for a special meeting of the Oak Park Board of Trustees in late May, calling the change “thoughtless” and a “great hardship” for those unable to walk several blocks to find a parking spot. Mills Park Tower resident Ron Fernandopulle told board members that after his recent foot surgery his nurse found it difficult to find parking during a checkup and once she was there had to leave quickly over fear of getting a parking ticket. “The ticket might be more than she’s making for an hourly rate,” he said. Fernandopulle said he believes it was a “greedy” decision by the village to make money off the spots once used by those living in Mills Park Tower. “There’s no excuse for this crappy decision,” he said, calling on the village to refund the money for the permits and “put them back to what it was.”

Sal Fioretti said in a recent interview that he is visited three times a week at Mills Park Tower by his caregiver, Dorothy, and said, “I’m afraid she’s going to quit.” He said Dorothy earns only $10 an hour and likely can’t afford tickets from the village if she is unable to find parking. “She needs the work and I need her,” he said. Resident David Kelm said that before the permit parking structure was established it was a “come-and-go situation” where parking was sporadically available but added that now “when the people aren’t there they just sit empty.” Others at Mills Park Tower said they’ve had family members skip or shorten their visits because of the parking situation in the area and that many relatives who also are elderly have a difficult time walking even a block to get to the building to see their loved ones. Food and other delivery services also have been made more difficult by the removal of the parking spaces, according to residents. Eileen Gerges said her twin has stopped coming to visit because of the parking shortage and added that one of the residents in the building had a caregiver quit because there was no place to park. The Oak Park Board of Trustees acted quickly in referring the issue back to the citizen-led Transportation Commission, where the recommendation originally was suggested. But with the permits already sold it could be impossible for the village to quickly reverse the new permit parking system. Jack Chalabian, chairman of the Transportation Commission, was not immediately available to discuss the decision by the commission to recommend making the

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SENIOR REBELLION: Seniors living in Mills Park Tower are upset the village took parking spaces used by their family members, doctors and caregivers. spots permit-only. Village Manager Cara Pavlicek said the change is part of an overall review the village and Transportation Commission has undertaken to improve parking throughout Oak Park. “I think the Transportation Commission is trying to be responsive to residents first and foremost,” she said. “The needs of Mills Park Tower were not completely vetted in that process, so they’re going to look at that again.” Trustee Bob Tucker, who serves as trustee liaison to the Transportation Commission, said the problems caused by the permit

parking were an “unintended consequence.” “We’re trying to develop a system overall that balances the needs of many different interest groups,” Tucker said of the parking review the village has been undertaking. He said the board and commission need to respond quickly when unintended consequences come about as a result of parking changes. “There’s not a single member on the board … that doesn’t have a lot of sympathy for our senior citizens,” he said. “We want them active and engaged and to make their lives as easy as we can.”

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ing to the job.” studies, reiterated it is imporAlma also advocated using curtant to reframe the district’s rent employees of color as “amcommitment to increased diverbassadors” and tapping local unisity as a benefit for all students, versities for high-quality diverse not just students of color. candidates. Correcting other misconcepThe district, Tacina and Montions is critical, too, the pair ica Rosen, another Alma consulsaid. For instance, they found in tant, said, should use its current conversations during their restrengths to reach those goals. search for the report, some peoDistrict 90 is a high-achieving ple used the terms “low-income” school system, with over 90 and “minority” interchangepercent of students reaching ably. That is not true, Tacina Illinois State benchmarks in said, adding just 17 percent of math and English. Also, the pair students of color receive free or added, most vacancies get about reduced priced lunch in District 70 applications, a number far 90. above average. About 10 percent District 90 Board Member Staof those applications are from cey Williams called the presentateachers of color. tion “fantastic” and added that “You do have teachers of color expanding diversity is key. interested in working here,” “It is important for our all Rosen said, mentioning District students,” Williams said. “You 90 is a sought-after employer. show that a significant majority “That’s not really a concern, acof our kids will make it through STACEY WILLIAMS this school district and never cording to your data.” District 90 board member have a teacher who is not white. Alma, nevertheless, called for I think we are doing them all a the HR department to attend job disservice and not preparing fairs at local universities with them for what the world looks diverse student bodies such as like.” Loyola University Chicago and District 90 Communications post positions to job sites popuCoordinator Dawne Simmons lar with diverse candidates. Now, when a vacancy occurs, the position is post- said in a June 8 email Alma and the district will now discuss next steps based on their ed internally and externally on job boards. Tacina and Rosen, citing several academic recommendations.

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t my Oak Park practice, travel medicine and travel risk management are always on the agenda. If you plan to go abroad -- or even to plenty of places in the U.S. -- a comprehensive, unhurried conversation with your doctor is definitely called for. A pretravel consultation includes prevention of infections, prescribed medications to bring in case of emergency, and coping with hazardous terrain, for starters. Your doctor should be alerted as to your whereabouts, too, just in case. For example, we provide information on locations of clinics and hospitals at your destination in case of emergency. We also offer our members quick all-hours access to the doctor via cell phone and email -- reassuring, even if all you need is advice for common travel ailments. You don’t need to be a member of my practice to get personalized pretravel counseling and recommended vaccinations, though. And now’s the time: your pre-travel counseling should occur well in advance of departure -- preferably more than four weeks, especially since some immunizations need time to take effect. As a member of the International Society of Travel Medicine I’m in touch with clinicians all over the world, and have access to the latest updates in disease outbreaks, other health issues, and travel warnings.

It may seem as if just sitting around for hours in cars or on planes, and then enjoying beautiful places, wouldn’t strain your health. But as many of us have learned, things can happen, even on vacation. Even commonplace problems like traveler’s diarrhea or altitude sickness can become serious if they aren’t effectively treated. You can easily prevent a case of traveler’s diarrhea that could ruin your vacation. Your doctor can tell you what to pack in your shaving or make-up kit as traveler’s first aid. And these days, infectious diseases are more widespread and more aggressive: zika virus, chikungunya virus, yellow fever and dengue fever, for example, are far more common in destinations very close to the U.S. Dengue fever has even shown up in Hawaii. Other preventable illnesses including malaria, measles, and hepatitis A are also prevalent in other countries...but prevention has to happen well before you get on the plane. Some travelers need special preparation, too: if you’re pregnant, allergic, or have immune deficiencies, very young children, or other limitations, then go over your health needs in detail with your doctor. Our members can arrange no-delay, no-rush office visits with just a phone call or email, as well as a very thorough, 2.5-hour annual physical exam. It includes consultation with a dietitian and a professional physical trainer. It’s good to be in great physical shape when you travel. And it’s good to know that with some planning, your doctor -- or at least your doctor’s good counsel -- can come along for the trip. Call WellcomeMD at 708-455-2094 for a free consultation and a tour of the practice or visit us at http://wellcomemd.com/location/ oak-park/

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Trailside turns 85

Longtime nature center still educating, evolving BY THOMAS VOGEL Staff Reporter

The Trailside Museum of Natural History celebrated its 85th anniversary June 11 with food, music and historical displays at its Thatcher Avenue headquarters. Trailside, the first nature center in the area, remains popular with local school groups, Cook County families and naturelovers. Although it is no longer a wildlife hospital — those services ended in 2006 — the deep-rooted River Forest institution draws about 23,000 visitors a year, some of whom have been coming for decades. “A lot of visitors come and share their stories. You know, they came here and road their bike here when they were 10 years old,” Director Sue Dombro said June 9. “We have a strong, loyal group from River Forest and Oak Park.” Dombro mentioned the museum, which employs five full-time staff, is adding new programming, including canoeing, and is expanding its on-site nature play area. There are also artist events and musical shows. There are also outside partnerships with local groups, including Brookfield Zoo. “It’s just to attract a new audience and reach out to new people,” Dombro said. “It gets people out to the forest preserve, which of course is our first goal.” Trailside, built in 1876, was originally a mansion for Chicago businessman Abraham Hoffman. Hoffman also ran two schools onsite for young children. The Forest Preserves of Cook County bought the property in 1919 and it served as headquarters for the group until 1931, when it was transformed into an educational center. River Forest resident Jane Morocco spent time at Trailside as a child and authored a book on the museum and its longtime curator, the legendary Virginia Moe. “As long as I knew her, she never took a vacation,” Morocco said of Moe, who lived in an apartment onsite and ran the museum for a half century until her death in 1991. “She was just so dedicated to her job.” In 1989, following a few citations from the United States Department of Agriculture, Morocco said, Trailside was slated to close. “This was the most popular place around here for anybody growing up,” Morocco said. “It was the only place you could bring a sick or displaced or injured animal...People were furious.” A grassroots effort to keep the museum open soon followed, including a few radio spots from famed Chicago radio personality and River Forester Paul Harvey. The effort worked and the museum soon underwent a $500,000 renovation.

SSSSSWEEET: Daniel O’Shae checks out a snake, one of a few animals at Trailside’s 85th anniversary bash.

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Nathan Roche, above right, plays with a water feature. Jack McIntyre, below left, helps a stuffed turtle as part of a demonstration on caring for injured animals. River Foresters gather to play tunes June 12 as part of Trailside’s 85th anniversary celebration.

Trailside, now in its ninth decade, is still educating Chicagoans on nature and wildlife. The museum, tucked on a patch of land near the Des Plaines River and Thatcher Woods, offers visitors a chance to get outside and enjoy nature. “I volunteered there for 10 years. It was a huge part of my life,” Morocco said of the museum. “I think a lot of people around here love it.”

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Every year, seniors at DRW College Prep, a charter school located at 931 S. Homan Junehigh 7, 2017 Ave. in North Lawndale, organize an event for to commemorate graduation. This year, they chose to do a peace march. The students who organized the event said they wanted to do something positi positive and that would counter the violence that virtually all of them ha have been affected by. The march was supported by the Community

Christian Alternati Alternative Academy in North people will be involved next year. $1.00 The idea for the march came from two Lawndale, Ald. Michael Scott (24th) and of32, No. 23 seniors – Lynnitanne Riley and Jocelyn Roficers from the Chicago Police Department’s Vol. driguez. Both took part in the school’s Peer 11th District. The route for the May 26 march went from Mediators program. Since the start of 2017, the school lost three the school itself Leo Roscoe rblandmark.com Boler Park, Follow ustoOnline! Rodriguez said her un3601 W. Arthington St. After the march, stu- students to violence. R dents stayed in the park for f about an hour, cle was killed when he was 10. @riversidebrookfieldlandmark “We just want students to feel safe again,” with some coming up to the stage to dance, PAGE 4 Riley said. sing and recite poetry. @riversidebrookfield_landmark Faiza Jackson, the faculty sponsor of the In the end, the organizers said that they were glad the march happened @RBLandmark without inPAGE 6 See PEACE MARCH on pa page 6 cident and that they hoped that even more

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Five years later, man guilty of brutal Brookfield attack Jeffrey Gurley, a 31-year-old Kentucky man who brutally stabbed a Hodgkins man and left him bleeding inside the bedroom of a Brookfield apartment in 2012, finally pleaded guilty to one count of first-degree attempted murder on May 16. Judge Paula Daleo sentenced him to 21 years in prison, putting an end to a case that’s awaited resolution for more than five years. Gurley must serve 85 percent of the sentence, according to the terms of the plea agreement. Since he has already served five years, Gurley will be eligible for parole in January 2020, when he will be 44 years old. In April 2012, Gurley hopped on a bus and traveled from Campbellsville, Kentucky, to Brookfield. His intentions were violent. In and out of jail five times between 2008 and 2011, Gurley had befriended a female guard at the Taylor County Detention Center and the two later struck up a romantic relationship. By early 2012, the 32-year-old woman had left Kentucky and moved to a basement apartment in the 8900 block of Burlington Avenue in Brookfield. On April 11, 2012 she got a phone call. On the other end of the line was Gurley, who said he was on his way to see her. Frightened because of past death threats Gurley had made and of his violent behavior, she called Brookfield police, who escorted her to the apartment to pick up some items so that she could stay with a friend. See GUILTY on page 10

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amadou Diomande is a resident of Forest Park who has a unique perspective on the current national immigration conversation being discussed everywhere from Forest Park to Springfield to Washington D.C. and everywhere in between, it seems. Born in 1984 in the Ivory Coast of western Africa, he grew up under the leadership of Felix HouphouetBoigny, who was the first president of that country, holding that office from 1960 to 1993. “He was a smart guy,” said Mamadou, “because he allowed immigrants from all over Africa to enter the country and contribute their skills and knowledge. The economy was booming.” But after Houphouet-Boigny died, the country descended into a violent turmoil, which began in 1998 and lasted until five or six years ago. See IMMIGRANTS on page 4

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By IGOR STUDENKOV In 2015, the North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council announced the launch of a comprehensive plan for North Lawndale. Two years later, the plan is about halfway finished, with NLCCC executive members hoping to complete the plan by 2018. Once it’s completed, the plan will go before the City of Chicago for possible adoption. Dennis Deer, a member of NLCCC’s executive committee, said he’s optimistic that the City Council will adopt the plan, which he said has the full support of Ald. Michael Scot (24th) — whose ward covers most of North Lawndale. NLCCC was organized in May 2015 and first publicly announced the comprehensi plan process in September prehensive 2015. The group said that this plan, unconventional like conv on entional comprehensi onv comprehensive plans, is unique because it is being developed by actual residents and stakeholders from the ground-up — not by policy experts and politicians from the top-down. Since its founding, the NLCCC has hosted a planning conference conference for residents, business owners and other community stakeholders to review the plan’s progress and to provide input. On June 3, NLCCC hosted its second annual conference at DRW College Prep, 931 S. Homan Ave. A in North Lawndale. At Last Last Saturday’s event, NLCCC memBrookfi residents bers touted a range of community reld ange ommunity projproj-

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Neva Frank inspects the offerings of Chuck “Eggman” Barman during opening day for the Brookfield Farmers Market on June 3. The market will run every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of the Brookfield Village Hall through mid-October. For more photos, visit online at www.RBLandmark.com.

Riverside may drop fishing, picnic bans Village president asking rec board to reconsider prohibitions By BOB UPHUES Editor

Riverside may be poised to drop its longstanding policy of prohibiting fishing, boat launching and picnicking in village parks.

Village President Ben Sells told the Landmark last week that he has asked the Riverside Parks and Recreation Board to consider recommending that the village reverse course on the fishing/picnicking issue to align local laws with recommendations laid out

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Home invasion on Austin Blvd.

A man, who allegedly identified himself as “Tyree,” forced his way into a residence in the 800 block of Austin Boulevard at 3:18 p.m. on June 10. The man forced entry by pulling the screen door open after the female resident closed the door. Once the man was inside, the woman attempted to push him out, but he pushed her to the floor causing minor injury to her knees. He then fled the scene westbound through a rear gangway and then southbound in the Austin/ Humphrey alley. He was described as black; 20 to 25 years old; 5-foot-8 to 5-foot-10; with a medium build; a dark complexion; short, black hair; scruffy facial hair and wearing a gray T-shirt and basketball shorts.

Theft from person A male juvenile from Oak Park was the victim of theft in the 100 block of Fillmore Street at 10:45 a.m. on June 2. A man driving a dark gray older model Toyota Corolla and a passenger pulled up to the victim to ask for directions. The driver removed a gray iPhone from the victim’s hands and fled

eastbound on Fillmore from Lyman. The estimated loss is $800.

Aggravated assault An Oak Park resident was the victim of aggravated assault at the Shell gas station at 401 Madison St. at 8 a.m. on June 8. The victim, whose gender was not given, was pumping gas when a man driving a silver 2006 Infiniti FX35 SUV pulled into the station. The victim made a remark about how close the vehicle had parked next to their car, when the man pulled up the right side of his shirt, displayed a black handgun and said, “I spared your life.” He then drove away southbound on Ridgeland at a high rate of speed. The man was described as black; between the ages of 27 and 30; 6-foot tall; 180 pounds; with very muscular build; short, wavy hair; and wearing a gray shirt and black khaki-style pants.

Recovered stolen vehicle A green 2002 Subaru Forester that was

Isaiah Augustine, 18, of the 5900 block of W. Augusta in Chicago was arrested in the 100 block of North Grove at 11:32 a.m. on June 8, and charged for the alleged battery of a female juvenile in Oak Park that was reported on June 6 in the 300 block of North East Avenue. He was released on bond.

mountain bicycle. They also entered a Honda Civic in the rear carport and ransacked the center console and glove box. The estimated loss is $210. ■ A garage was burglarized in the 300 block of South Cuyler Avenue sometime between 9 a.m. on June 8 and 11 p.m. on June 9. The burglar gained entry by an open side service door and then ransacked the interior of the victim’s black 2011 Volvo XC90. They took a black Specialized Roubaix bicycle. They then ransacked a silver Honda Odyssey that was parked in the driveway. The estimated loss is $2,000.

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■ A garage was burglarized in the 400 block of Ridgeland Avenue sometime between 1 and 7 a.m. on June 10. The burglar entered the garage through an unlocked side service door and then entered the victim’s Toyota Camry. They ransacked the center console and glove box and stole cash. They also took a black and orange Trax 3500 mountain bicycle and a pink women’s

Joshua Turner, 29, of the 600 block of 1 st Avenue in Maywood, was arrested in the 100 block of Madison Street in Oak Park at 11:33 a.m. on April 27 and charged with burglary that occurred at the location. He was processed and held for bond hearings. No additional information was given.

reported stolen out of Oak Park on June 5, 2017, was recovered by the Chicago Police Department in the first block of Lorel in Chicago at 7:04 p.m. on June 8.

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Forest Park armed robbery suspect captured in Oak Park Cops snare suspect after hour-long search

slamming into the curb and a small tree. “I thought there had been a car accident,” said Edith Balch, who was inside her home at the time of the crash and went outside to see what had happened. “The By BOB UPHUES and TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER police asked us to get back in our houses, Senior Editor and Staff Reporter because they said the man was armed. It’s A 17-year-old Chicago boy has been very scary.” Another witness said he heard the crash charged with armed robbery, possession of a and went outside to see the car rolling back stolen motor vehicle and aggravated unlawoff the curb. He said he saw a male with ful use of a weapon after allegedly hijacking a car in Forest Park and then leading police bushy hair “fall out” of the vehicle and then on a chase that ended with his capture in run north through the alley between Kenilworth and Grove avenues. Oak Park on June 9. Police, some armed with assault rifles, deForest Park police say that a local man had just parked his car in the municipal lot scended on the area and formed a perimeter south of Monroe Street and west on Hannah Avenue just south of Oak Park Avenue, taking up of Madison Street at about 4:15 positions on each corner as ofp.m. and was walking through ficers searched for the suspect. the alley to his apartment when Just after 5:30 p.m., police lo■ Video online a black Chevy Impala drove up cated the suspect apparently and stopped behind him. VISIT OAKPARK.COM walking in an alley between the The alleged offender, a 600 blocks of Euclid and Wesley 17-year-old Chicago resident, got out of the Impala and walked up to the avenues. Michael Tauber, a neighborhood victim as he began climbing the back stairs resident, said he was parking his car in his of his apartment building. The offender re- garage when he saw the suspect begin runportedly pointed a gun in the victim’s face ning south before cutting east through a and ordered him to hand over the car keys. side yard. Police took the suspect into custody in The victim gave him the keys, which were the 600 block of Wesley Avenue. According used to steal the car, a silver Dodge Avenger. The victim called 911 and Oak Park police to Forest Park police, officers recovered a located the vehicle a short time later, follow- loaded handgun. The Chevy Impala, which ing it until the driver lost control at the in- the offender abandoned in Forest Park, retersection of Adams Street and Kenilworth portedly was stolen in Chicago and was fitAvenue, running down a yield sign before ted with license plates that had been stolen

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Oak Park and Forest Park police capture a 17-year-old Chicago boy and charge him with armed robbery, possession of a stolen motor vehicle and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. from another vehicle in Bellwood. It’s the second such robbery reported in Forest Park within a week. On June 4 at about 10:45 p.m., four people hijacked a car after pistol-whipping its owner in front of a laundromat in the 7600 block of Madison Street. Police chased the stolen vehicle and another car to the Dan Ryan Expressway before losing the stolen vehicle in traffic. The other vehicle ran out of gas on the

Stony Island exit ramp, where police apprehended two teenagers, one of whom they later charged with fleeing police. On June 5 the vehicle stolen in Forest Park was involved in a shooting in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Two 17-year-olds and a 12-year-old were charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting at police officers and then fleeing in the vehicle stolen from Forest Park.

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Oak Park native explores suffocating reality of race

The fiction of novelist Marian L. Thomas grapples with the fiction of the color line By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

In the opening scene of Marian L. Thomas’s new novel, “I Believe in Butterflies,” Emma Lee Baker, one of the lead characters, is standing on a bridge “during the heat of the day” and staring at fish. “I ain’t crazy. I just like staring at freedom,” Baker says through the book’s firstperson narration. Moments later, the reader finds out the 76-year-old woman’s grim discovery — the body of a young girl who appears to be no older than 14, her blonde hair “wrapped around her neck like it was the thing that choked the poor life out of her.” Thomas flips the script, so to speak, on a very familiar literary occurrence — instead of a black male found dead, the victim of a lynching; here is white innocence itself, a young blonde female teen, symbolically lynched by the very standard of beauty and power meant to be her protection. Before long, racism makes victims of us all, Thomas’s novel proposes. Race and its many, suffocating complications, loom over much of the author’s body of work, which includes a children’s book, a play and six novels. But it took leaving relatively integrated Oak Park and moving to Atlanta for Thomas to start working through those many complications. In Oak Park, Thomas lived with her maternal grandparents, who were one of two black homeowners on the block, she said. The reality of race here, however, wasn’t quite as dominating as it was in Atlanta. For the most part, Thomas’s grandparents lived the American Dream, which they earned through a degree of thrift that’s rare nowadays. Thomas’s grandmother, a nurse at Mt. Sinai Hospital and her grandfather, a baker, bought their Oak Park house and their Cadillacs in cash. “Both he and my grandmother knew the value of a dollar and believed in saving,” Thomas recalled. “When they moved to Oak Park, they purchased their home for cash. They paid cash for everything. They didn’t believe in credit cards. They were one of only two families on their block. A black doctor lived across the street from us.” In 1988, Thomas moved to Atlanta with her father and stepmother. She was only one of two black seniors in her high school’s graduating class. “Growing up in Oak Park, I didn’t really understand the whole black, white, interracial dynamic until I moved to the South, which is a very different culture,” she said during a June 3 book signing held at Afri-

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FREEDOM HAS NO COLOR: Author Marian L. Thomas with her most recent novel, “I Believe in Butterflies.” Ware Books in nearby Maywood. “It was an eye-opener.” If moving to the South sparked an awareness of grand themes that would define her work, Thomas’s time in Oak Park fertilized her passion for storytelling. It was in the library at Oak Park and River Forest High School where she wrote he first short story, which became the basis for her first novel, “Color Me Jazzmyne” — published two decades and many rewrites later. The book climbed to the top of the Amazon bestseller’s list and won a Sankofa Literary Society award. Thomas had by then graduated from college magna cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in business. She said she was pushed by an old boss to rework her high school short story into a novel. Now, Thomas, who works full-time as a digital marketing professional, is experiencing a fresh surge in popularity and appeal. Her message, though, is as age-old as her grandparents’ thriftiness. “Emma talks about her fish and why she loves her fish, which she call ‘freedom,’” Thomas said. “That’s because that’s how God meant for all of us to be [just as fish are fish, people are people]. We should focus on being men and women. Race shouldn’t be the first thing we think about. The message in the book is to treat each other as humans.” CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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n summer, the best place for kids and families is outdoors. Local pools and parks offer an array of special events to make summer magical for residents of all ages. For teens and tweens, summer fun often starts at the pool. In Oak Park, special events for pass holders and teens turn the pool into the local hangout spot on select Friday nights. On June 9 and July 28, Wibit Night includes inflatable canoes, volleyball and an obstacle course. June 23 and July 23 are inflatable canoe nights; June 25 is for inflatable water polo, July 9 and 30 offer an inflatable obstacle course, and July 16 features inflatable volley ball. On July 7 and August 4, the pool holds its Friday Night Splash Teen Nights. Events are free and take place from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ridgeland Common Pool. For fun for the whole family, free summer concerts every Sunday begin in June in Scoville Park in Oak Park. All concerts start at 5:30 p.m. and offer a great chance to listen to music, dance and picnic in the park. Concerts run through August 20. At the Forest Park Aquatics Center, special events offer fun for everyone. Family Float nights on June 6 and 20 and July 11 and 25 run from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Bring your favorite raft, float, beach ball or toy to the pool. On Super

Wednesday Journal | Forest Park Review | Riverside-Brookfield Landmark Hero Night on June 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. you can join your favorite super heroes for a night of fun, including a Spidey-sense obstacle course, face painting and pictures with your favorite super hero. Pirate Night takes place on July 122 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Walk the plank, search for ke keys eys to unlock a prize-filled treasure chest and n parnd ticipate in contests and games. On August Au ugust 2 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. celebrate the end d of summer with a Hawaiian Luau, including a traditional pig roast dinner and Hawaiian-themed dancing and fun. Friday night Flick and Float at nights begin at 8:15 p.m. and include Finding Dory on July 19 and Moana on August 9. Bring your favorite raft for or the float-in theater. In Riverside, the kids are covered with fun outdoor activities. ctivities. On July 21, 1, enjoy “The Mighty Ducks” att Big Ball Park from rom 6 p.m. to o 10 p.m. On August 14, 4, NFL Punt, unt, Pass and nd Kick takes akes place at Big Ball Park and nd offers children ren ages 6 to 15 the he experience and

fun of learning football fundamentals in an engaging, supportive, non-contact environment. On August 19, the 10th annual Cori’s Kids Triathlon takes place at the Riverside Swim Club for kids ages 7 through 15. In Brookfield,, Movies in the Park Mo offer offfer a great chance to get g outside with the whole family. New w and a classic films will be b on the calendar at a Jaycee Ehlert Park. Come early P to t grab a good spot and and enjoy the park’s many amenities or just relax in amen ni the great ou outdoors. Snacks will ut bee available availablle ffor purchase, and movies mo ovies begin beg gin at dark. Check http://brookfieldil.gov/departhtttp://broo okf ments/recreation-department/ meents/recrrea special-events/ sp pecial-eveent for an updated schedule. scchedule. Brookfield’s Brookfieeld summer concerts in the park offer a c the way for th w he entire family to relax week. The free rel lax after a long l concerts take con ncerts tak ke place Friday evenings Kiwanis Park band nin ngs in thee K shell a variety of she ell and include in ncl genres genres with h ssomething to please everyone. ev veryone. Stroll Str along the newly S paved pa aved walking walk ki trail or enjoy the disc while you’re at dissc golf course co ou the th he park.

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Taking it to the Streets: Summer Fun for Grown Ups By LACEY SIKORA

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hether you fancy yourself a cultural type who enjoys the best in music, architecture and art or a foodie who loves to try new dishes and drinks, summer in the western suburbs offers plenty of opportunities to get outside and enjoy all kinds of activities in local villages. In Oak Park, every Thursday night from May 25 through August 31 is Thursday Night Out! The popular dine-around series features wine and beer available for purchase on Marion Street, and new this year, also includes a free, world music concert series. On August 1 from 2 to 9 p.m. Art dans la Rue offers the chance to immerse yourself in French culture for a day y in downtown Oak Park. Enjoy art, food, wine, ne, music, and demonstrations. The tenth annual Micro o Brew Review w will take place ce on Saturday August 19. Produced by Seven Generations ations Ahead, the event vent showcases Illinois linois brewers and beers from select Midwest and national craft breweries. Live ive music and small plates ates from Oak Park area ea restaurants make this his one of the Midwest’ss top craft Microbrew beer festivalss of the Review summer. All proceeds support Seven n Generation Ahead’s ad’s work to promote healthy ealthy and sustainable communiommunities, and the event is the largest zero-waste waste craft beer fest in the he Midwest. From noon n on July 21 through 10 p.m. m. on July 23, enjoy the best of an urban suburb b with the Forest Park Music Fest on Madison. The Music fest features Chicago’s best new artists, sts, local food, merchant nt sales and more. The 2017 17 Forest Park Music Fest will be held on Madison Street, eet, between Des Plaines and Circle Avenues. Some me of Chicago’s best bands ands will perform on two wo stages, and crowds can an enjoy

the beautiful summer weather and dance the night away. Forest Park Music Fest will also feature two beer gardens. If cars or architecture are your thing, head over to Riverside and enjoy the village’s outdoor summer traditions. Cruise Night takes place on June 8, July 13 and August 10 at 5 p.m. at Burlington Street between Longcommon and the Green Parking Lot. Join your friends and neighbors for a fun evening with Chicago-area car enthusiasts. Also in Riverside, the Frederick Law Olmsted Society offers historic walking tours of the village. The North Tour on May 28 and July 30, covers the area north of the railroad tracks and features the Longcommon, an architecturally significant school, a place of worship designed by Jenney and homes by Slisbee, Wright, Perkins and Purcell & Emslie. The South Tour on June 25 and August 27, includes Swan Pond Park, Scottswood P Common, Commo Wright’s Country Estate and service E buildings, architecture bui by Jenney, Drummond, Kenny & Vinci, mo Wittlesey and a home Wit designed by Olmsted’s desi partner, Calvert Vaux. partn

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f it’s summer, it’s time to shop hop local and take your weekly grocery trip to the outdoors. Area farmers markets give residents of the western suburbs the opportunity to engage with farmers, s, buy fresh produce and enjoy the he sunshine, all at the same time. The Oak Park Farmers Market et kicked off its forty second summer on May 20. Yes, the doughnuts are back, as are the blue grass music and plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables. New this year, 1871 Dairy is providing milk, butter, yogurt and cream. Finn’s Ranch is a new vendor offering pasture-raised beef and free-range eggs. Also new this year: pop up vendors. With some careful space planning, the farmers

market came up with two spaces that can be utilized by different vendors throughout the season. Green Fire Farm and American Pride Micro Farm are a few of the vendors who will be at the market on a pop up basis. Other pop-ups include Three Queens offering maple syrup, Hazard Free Farm with heirloom and ancient grains, and Bushel and Peck with pickled items. Visit http://www.oak-park.us/our-community/oak-park-farmers-market to see videos of more of the farmers who will be in Oak Park each Saturday. The Oak Park Market runs Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the parking lot of Pilgrim Church on L Lake Street. The Riverside Farmers Market begins River on June 7 and an runs Wednesdays from 2:30 to 7 p.m. p.m in Centennial Park near the historic water wate tower. Coordinator Coordinat Amy Jacksik says that the market is i welcoming returning and new n vendors this year. “We are thrilled to have area resident, Cynthia Adamson re from Peaceful Pies. Cynthia will fr be sourcing the fruit from her pies pie from Barry’s Berries at the Riverside Farmers’ Market when Riv possible. possibl In addition, we had shoppers ask us last season to bring back the knife sharpener. Samson Blades will be with us on a weekly basis sharpening knives, scissors and gardening tools.” Jeff Wielert from Bountiful Blessings Farm in Hinckley will be back. He is in his seventh year of farming and will bring his herbs, sweet corn, asparagus, beets, beans, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, kohlrabi, tomatoes, sweet and hot peppers, potatoes, onions, car-

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Yearbook owner’s imprint evident at businesses, home By LACEY SIKORA

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hen Jef Anderson and partner Noel Eberline opened their storefront Yearbook on Forest Park’s Madison Street in 2012, the design world was quick to take notice. With features in Chicago magazine and Midwest Living, as well as shout outs in the New York Times Style Magazine and Crain’s, the store has been celebrated for its signature vintage style. Much of that style is the creation of Anderson, who designs engaging window displays each season and sources the store’s unique mix of the almost-antique mixed in with carefully curated new items. While the store continues to be a source of connection with the community, over the years, Anderson and Eberline have slowly and steadily built up the design side of their business. Whether its creating catchy branding for the Village of Forest Park, coming up with a new look for home-town favorite, Brown

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OBSESSED: Jef Anderson sought to create “visual intrigue” in designing the interior for Obsessed Kitchen and Bar and repeated groups of multiples, from photos to light fixtures. The goal was to provide plenty of visual stimulation and an obsessive feel. Cow Ice Cream, or branching out into Brooklyn with a design of paisley walls and branding for Chef Anne Burrell’s Phil and Anne’s Good Time Lounge, the pair’s business savvy and creativity have opened up a thriving side business. Recent projects highlight the foray into the interior design field.

Obsessed Kitchen and Bar One of the duo’s latest projects is the interior design for Daniel Vogel’s Obsessed Kitchen and Bar at 800 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park. The space was formerly the Kinderhook Tap, and with Vogel and his wife Trish requesting a fast turnaround, Ander-

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VINTAGE DESIGNS Branded interiors from page C1 to the work he does creating branding for businesses. “My job here was to get visual differentiation from what was there when the space was Kinderhook,” Anderson said. “To me, it felt like bridging the world of branding to a branded interior.” When Vogel brought the name Obsessed Kitchen and Bar over from his catering business Food Obsession, Anderson was tasked with coming up with an interior that fit the name. “It was all about creating a sense of visual intrigue,” Anderson said. “The point is to almost make it a little obsessive so people have to keep looking at something to figure it out.” To that end, Anderson chose four distinct graphic logos that pair with black and white photos to represent tools of obsession. An airplane propeller, suggesting speed, is represented with a photo of Howard Hughes in the cockpit of a plane. A paint brush sums up the obsessive style of Jackson Pollock, also featured in a photograph. A mountain climbing pick, coupled with photos of the

BIOGRAPHY THROUGH DESIGN: The room that served as Ernest Hemingway’s boyhood bedroom, now a guest room in a private home, is decorated with artifacts that refer to Hemingway’s life, from a painting of his boat (above left) to a pillow made from Red Cross blankets (above) to shelves mimicking ones in his Havana home (right). summit of Mt. Everest represents the obsessive qualities necessary to climb tall peaks, and a ship’s wheel is coupled with a photos of Shackleton’s famous expedition of the Endurance. Throughout the restaurant hang more black-and-white photos of obsessive people and subjects, ranging from Orson Welles to The Beatles to driving and dancing. An-

derson coins the images, “famous obsessors and obsessions.” The repetition of groups of multiples from the photos to the circular light fixtures to the leather stools at the bar to the globes dotting the restaurant are also meant to keep the atmosphere lively with plenty of visual stimulation, feeding into the obsessive feel. In the interest of turning around the space quickly, they kept the original terrazzo floor as well the tin ceiling but used color to help the space have a new energy. The ceiling was painted a high gloss ivory to draw the eye up and make the ceilings appear higher. A dark green paint scheme was replaced with a more lively blue.

Hemingway boyhood bedroom

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HERE’S LOOKING AT YOU: Photos of famous “obsessors” line a wall inside Obsessed Kitchen and Bar.

In the summer of 2016, Anderson wrapped up an interior residential project with an unusual historic connection: the childhood bedroom of Ernest Hemingway. A private residence, the Hemingway Boyhood Home is owned by Kurt and Mary Jane Neumann. Mary Jane was shopping at Yearbook when she mentioned a possible design project of the home’s attic guest bedroom. Anderson was intrigued, and followed up, knowing the chance to combine an interior based upon a historic icon was something he was uniquely positioned to do. When he was hired to plan the redo of Ernest’s boy-

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hood room, Anderson turned to Hemingway’s entire life-span for inspiration. He designed shelving to mimic the shelves he saw in photos of Hemingway’s Havana home and commissioned a painting of Hemingway’s boat the Pilar, to hang above the bed. Anderson says of the room’s décor, “I chose artifacts that harken to the different times of his life, rather than just focusing on his childhood. The Native American trade blanket and pillows speak to Hemingway’s time in Idaho. Other items speak to what you might find in a Paris hotel.” Custom plaid drapes have a boys’ school feel, and Anderson had a pillow made from Red Cross blankets used in World War I, knowing that the last time Hemingway lived in the room, he was recovering from his time post-war. See VINTAGE DESIGNS on page C5

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THAT OLD-TIME FEELING: The interior design Kinslahger Brewing Company evokes a prohibition-era speakeasy with a palette of colors that lend an antique feel to the room.

VINTAGE DESIGNS Create a vision from page C3 The Neumanns use the room as a guest room, so Anderson was careful to keep the feel comfortable and to shy away from anything to thematic. “I didn’t want anything to tie into any historical period or style,” Anderson said. “It’s like a boutique hotel space. This was a really rich project because this is where Ernest Hemingway grew up. To me, it was a real honor to work there.”

Kinslahger Brewing Company Last year, Anderson was brought in to help finish the interior of Kinslahger Brewing Company, a newcomer at 6806 Roosevelt Road in Oak Park. The owners were already working with an architect and developer to overhaul the 1920s-30s storefront, but wanted Anderson’s eye to help them achieve a design that invoked a bar during the prohibition with a modern edge. Anderson introduced zinc for the long bar top and designed a dramatic shelving unit that looks more like a piece of furniture than a utilitarian storage piece. A palette of charcoal greys and ivory gives the room an antique feel.

Anderson carried that over into finishes and furnishing. The walls are covered with anaglyptic wall covering, a raised paper that echoes the texture of the building’s original tin ceilings. All of the bar stools are original Toledo stools, made in America, and the chairs were salvaged from a Firestone factory and restored. Anderson designed a more than 20-foot long banquette and exaggerated the width of the folds to create a men’s club look. He staggered black and white photography to create a sense of graphic interest without the added expense of more carpentry.

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Design clients Unlike a typical interior designer, Anderson notes that most of his clients come to him looking for a particular feel in a space. “We never try to impose a style on somebody that doesn’t embody who they are,” Anderson said. “If you’re coming to me, you’re looking for something more dedicated than just choosing furniture and a rug. We’re a specialty design firm.” For Anderson, having the chance to exercise creativity works out well for both clients, the end product and his own enjoyment of the job. “I thrive on doing interior projects when people give me the freedom to interpret an idea. I create a vision for people, if they have an idea of what they want and are open to ideas and trust.”

MANY UPDATES THROUGHOUT. Open floor plan on first floor with beautiful kitchen open to dining and family room, complete with cozy fireplace! Lincoln Elementary is around the corner! Walk to parks, trains and shopping. Great block!!

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COMPLETE GUT REHAB of this brick home! Superb location, Lincoln School, Trans & DT FP. NEW Roof, Windows, Electric, Plumbing, Kitchen, BAs. High-end finishes! Open Concept 1st flr layout, finished bsmt w/full BA, master suite w/ walk-in closet and more!!

1816 S. Oak Park Ave, Berwyn $285,000 SOLID 3 FLAT! Two very large 2-bedroom units, plus a 1-bedroom garden unit. All with nice oak floors and big kitchens. Easy invest/low maintenance investment.

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4 BR, 4.1 BA ..................................$944,900 Anne Brennan â&#x20AC;¢ 708-917-6379

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4 BR, 2.1 BA .................................................................................................................. $489,000 Pete Murphy â&#x20AC;¢ 708-977-0015

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4 BR, 3 BA ..................................................................................................................... $649,000 Pete Murphy â&#x20AC;¢ 708-977-0015

4 BR, 2.1 BA ..................................$549,000 Joan Wiaduck â&#x20AC;¢ 708-447-7744

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NEW PRICE! AMAZING 2-STORY ADDITION...Brick Prairie home with exceptional vintage details & new addition/updates. Master bedroom suite, 1st fl family room, 4 BRS, 3 BA $739,000

1-STORY LIVING AT ITS FINEST...3 BR, 2.1 BA Ranch home boasts hdwd flrs, 2 master suites & an eat-in kitchen that opens to the sun porch. Huge lower level . . $674,000

NEW KITCHEN & BATHS...One of the best kitchen/family rooms you’ll ever see! 4 BR, 3.1 BA Queen Anne with oak floors, luxurious master suite & sharp lower level.$674,990

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JUST MOVE IN & ENJOY...Cozy bungalow with updates galore: new stucco, kitchen, lighting, porch, fresh decor, 2 new baths--it’s all been done! 3 BRs, 2 BAs. . . . $329,800

INCREDIBLE LOCATION & SPACE...Historic District 5 BR, 3.1 BA “Painted Lady”! Full BA on each level, master suite, very open kitchen / fam rm. 2nd flr balcony. . . . $670,000

4 BR, 1.1 BA QUEEN ANNE BUNGALOW in the most convenient location--walk to everything! Hardwood floors, woodburning fireplace & rec room. . . . . . . . . . . $499,000

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3-LEVEL TOWNHOUSE with master suite, private attached 2 car garage, balcony off the kitchen & patio off the 1st fl family room. Top condition . . . . . .$331,000

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WALK TO EVERYTHING LOCATION...3 BR, 2 BA bungalow, 1st flr family rm, open floor plan. Remodeled baths, hdwd flrs & sharp lower level. Just move in. . . . . . . . . $448,000

4 BR, 2 BA OCTAGON BUNGALOW with gorgeous art glass, natural woodwork, fireplace, hardwood floors and huge first floor family room. Brand new bath.. . . $325,000

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Gorgeous Home lovingly renovated with sustainable features. Modern kitchen opens to both DR and FR. Full bed & bath on 1st floor. 2nd flr master suite w/ private deck, 3 closets, tub and shower. Geothermal heating/cooling system. Double lot on a great block. 5 BR/3.5 BA ....................................................... $829,000

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Lovely 4 bedroom/ 2 ½ bath home with master suite in Mann school district on fantastic block! Great potential in walk-up attic for a second suite! NEW central air and roof! ..................................... $749,000

HW floors throughout this family-friendly home. Large kit with gran cntr tops, SS apps. 1st flr laundry! FR & bar in finished bsmnt. Close to parks, shopping, schools, and trans. 4BR/1.5 BA ................. $474,000

Special Home! Wbfp, beautiful mantle. DR w/ beamed ceilings, original built-in buffet. Kit w/breakfast bar, deck, large yard. Master suite, spacious, bright. Finished bsmnt w/ FR, office. 4BR/3BA.... $649,000

Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

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Certified historic Bungalow! HW floors, freshly painted. LR w/decorative fp. Newer kit., gran countertops, SS appls. Full finished bsmnt has FR/BR. Landscaped yard with deck. 5BR/3BA ............ $359,000

Move-in ready, a great location! Three levels of space. HW flrs.,remodeled kit., marble countertops, SS appls, and eatin area. Privacy fence, patio. Gar + 1-2 spaces. No Assmnts! 2BR/1BA0 $224,200

Great location! Open space, south facing windows. New kit, mod white cabs, marble, gran. 4 BRs on the 2nd flr, master suite, walk-in closet. Fnshd bsmnt rec rm, lndry, BA, 5th BR. 4+1 BR/4 BA ....$675,000

Brick mid-century, open living area. Kit, lighting, flrs, paint, furnace, h20 heater, appls renovated in ‘15. 2 BRs on first flr, 20x20 master upstairs, bath, and a small BR/off. WBFP! 3BR/2BA .............. $179,900

Gorgeous bungalow, classic stuyle & upgraded finishes. Clay tile rf, stained glass windows, oak wdwk, original tile fireplace w/built-in bookcases. Updated kit +island, pantry. 3+1 BR/2BA ...................... $308,150

Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

Cynthia Howe Gajewski • 312-933-8440

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Condo, nice light and open with living rm, sun rm and dining space flowing together. Near blue line. Updated eat-in kit., wd cabs, ss apps, washer/dryer hook-up. Super cute! 1 BR/1BA ....................$78,400

Condo, created from 2 units, all on the same floor! Flexible space, near parks, schools, blue/green lines. Shopping nearby on Madison, OP Ave. IN-UNIT LAUNDRY! 3BR/2BA +den ........ $249,000

Cynthia Howe Gajewski • 312-933-8440

Erica Cuneen • 708-220-2025

708.386.1366 • 109 N. Marion St., Oak Park

Oak Park

Fantastic details in this newly renovated home. Three finished levels, and an open porch and deck. 3 bedrooms/3.5 baths . .......................................................... $585,000

Cynthia Howe Gajewski • 312-933-8440

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ADDRESS

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TIME

REALTY CO.

LISTING PRICE

TIME

431 S. Kenilworth Ave. UNIT 1N, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $249,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4

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7836 Madison Ave. UNIT 21A, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $549,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 7836 Madison Ave. UNIT 21A, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $549,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat. 11-1

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1710 N. 75th Ave, Elmwood Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $299,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 921 S. Humphrey`, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $385,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 215 Randolph St, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $399,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30-1:30 1040 Wisconsin Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $434,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 622 Woodbine Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $569,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3:30 815 S. Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $579,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:30-2 1519 Ashland, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $579,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 725 S. Elmwood, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gloor Realty Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $615,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3:30 1109 Wisconsin Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $639,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3:30 847 N. East Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $689,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 335 Clinton Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $729,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 706 Ashland Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $779,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 939 N. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $799,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1:30 109 S. Elmwood Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $828,800 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat. 1-3 1037 S. Kenilworth Ave, Oak Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $899,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3 1206 Lathrop Ave, River Forest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $945,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat. 11-1

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P R O P E R T Y

Kenilworth Ave. home sells for $1,050,000

T R A N S F E R S

The following property transfers were reported by the Cook County Recorder of Deeds from April 1 to April 30, 2017. Where addresses appear incomplete, for instance where a unit number appears missing, that information was not provided by the recorder of deeds.

OAK PARK ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

214 S Euclid Ave 1005 N Kenilworth Ave 250 Forest Ave 944 Clinton Ave 432 S Humphrey Ave

$1,240,000 $1,050,000 $965,000 $851,000 $900,000

Floersch Richard R Malecki Peter Pierce Michele R Jain Nimisha Wagenmaker Jason P

521 Fair Oaks Ave 321 S Maple Ave

$825,000 $790,000

937 Clinton Ave 734 Forest Ave 304 N Scoville Ave 1029 S Scoville Ave 825 Wesley Ave 1042 Hayes Ave 1112 N Euclid Ave 714 Wenonah Ave 101 S Euclid Ave 711 N Oak Park Ave 319 S Maple Ave 718 N Lombard Ave 1221 N East Ave 845 Iowa St 612 S Scoville Ave 318 Superior St 1137 Linden Ave 633 N Taylor Ave 842 N Lombard Ave 1219 N Euclid Ave 156 N Oak Park Ave 15 545 Jackson Blvd 834 N Marion St 1028 N Austin Blvd

$775,000 $760,000 $760,000 $718,000 $685,000 $680,000 $650,000 $620,000 $577,000 $561,000 $555,000 $540,000 $510,000 $510,000 $501,000 $495,000 $490,000 $490,000 $489,000 $482,500 $480,000 $478,000 $460,000 $475,000

738 N Oak Park Ave 642 S Euclid Ave 1020 N Taylor Ave 818 Mapleton Ave 1157 S Harvey Ave 1029 Clinton Ave 819 S Maple Ave 311 South Blvd 335 S Harvey Ave 840 N Harvey Ave 248 Chicago Ave 1031 S Harvey Ave 1167 Clinton Ave 856 Carpenter Ave 1139 S East Ave

$450,000 $416,000 $416,000 $410,000 $407,000 $398,000 $383,000 $376,500 $375,000 $358,000 $350,000 $325,000 $315,000 $313,000 $311,000

Blanco Daniela Tr Reaf Llc P1 Chodera Marc D Eddy St Prop Llc Manchester Realty & Dev Llc-Series Humphrey Moon David V Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 0000000051585 Eddy St Prop Llc Winston Paul D Erickson Timothy B Blue Sky Smip Llc Shields Christopher Exodus 1 Llc Nesbit James C Vroustouris Jason P Ruth John C Gamble Keith Jacks Allen Willie Jr Tr Valentin Frederic Childress Barry L Reith Jonathan Extr Bayview Loan Servicing Llc Tiffen Simon G Goggin Kathy P Brimeyer Benjamin Rockwell Anne M Korrison Paul Barisik Vladimir Ewald Thomas Reed Mark Tr Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 0000000007876 Banas Janet Tr Casey James J Simmons Howard D Applebaum Morris Chambers Nadene Fitschen Dale Q Johnson Michael Cheng Wen-Tien Narum Travis Matthews Marcia Tr Toan David Yingling Charlie Keller David Tr Kauffman Barbara S Diverde Marci L

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1005 N Kenilworth Ave., Oak Park

ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

300 N Oak Park Ave 3001 844 Home Ave 810 N Taylor Ave

$305,000 $271,000 $230,000

Ramirez Matthew D Guarino Jean Jedlicka Kenneth C

1006 S Highland Ave 916 Hayes Ave 516 S Oak Park Ave 1NORTH 949 Pleasant St 1AW

$240,000 $226,000 $199,000 $196,000

Knight John Cullen Christopher J First Amer Bk Tr 0000000017733 Chanthavong K Element Worx Llc Mcdonald Kathleen M Chicago Mutu Real Estate Grp Inc Lindstrom Joshua Phillips Christine Tr Naha Kakan K Rojeska-Jirik Danuta Behrendes Grace Tr George Reuben Tr Young Cynthia M Tr Eruysal Ferdi Davis Jeff C Strand Angelique Tr Prince Jordan M Dishman Catherine L Hoer Bryant Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp Maccarthy Julie Bates Joanna N Peel Patrick F Jr Olson Raymond C Patel Sunny U S Bk Judicial Sales Corp Hoffman Katie Judicial Sales Corp

938 Washington Blvd 9383W $187,500 339 Home Ave 3F $185,000 6030 Roosevelt Rd $185,000 1036 Washington Blvd 10362 $175,000 1025 Randolph St 101 $163,000 1040 Ontario St 3H $150,000 1025 Randolph St 313 $146,000 1030 N Austin Blvd 2N $145,000 810 S Lyman Ave $145,000 340 S Kenilworth St 3402 $135,500 922 North Blvd 507 $128,000 1130 Ontario St B5 $122,000 110 S Scoville Ave 1D $120,000 644 Lake St 1W $117,000 301 W Chicago Ave 2SW $115,000 800 Washington Blvd 304 $95,000 820 N Austin Blvd 2NW $85,000 337 S Maple Ave 14 $67,500 419 S East Ave 3B $65,000 1329 N Harlem Ave 13294 $57,500 709 N East Ave Unknown 415 S Maple Ave 702 Unknown 401 S Maple Ave Unknown

RIVER FOREST

1220 Ashland Ave

$1,025,000

742 Lathrop Ave 818 Forest Ave

$950,000 $750,000

Chicago Title Land Trust Co Tr 0008002362002 Saleh Colleen P Burke Jana

Henry Kebreab H Reycor Real Est Llc Hitzeman Lauren E Muccianti Edward Vidallo Wayne P Runningdeer Erica Colossians Real Estate Services Llc Hayevsky Katherine Maria Hu Jianmei Carmichael Harry R Doyle Steven D Czochara Kenneth Dnv Solutions Llc Balgemann Lauren First Midwest Bk Tr 0000000008908 Stallings Marcus Anthony Rasheed Janice Matthews Mazariegos Angel Lowry Joanna Giusti Anthony Hussain Mohammed Azam Branch Ileana Garza Kumar Rajeev Flawless Homes Llc 1828 Llc Federal Natl Mtg Assn Mtglq Investors Lp

Kelly George M Alger-Hardt Chad P Radach Brandon

P R O P E R T Y

T R A N S F E R S

RIVER FOREST ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

BUYER

107 Keystone Ave 712 Lathrop Ave 1431 Forest Ave 1038 Ashland Ave 7616 Vine St 707 Bonnie Brae Pl Tr 0000000002386 910 William St 435 Williams St 203 723 Bonnie Brae Pl 1123 Bonnie Brae Pl 1530 William St 1127 Bonnie Brae Pl 338 Forest Ave 407 Franklin Ave 3ES 1020 N Harlem Ave E1 1536 Forest Ave 424 Park Ave 502 1100 N Harlem Ave 11002 7213 W Division St 1

$675,000 $602,000 $595,000 $588,000 $580,000 $530,000

Regenstein Elliot M Wallace Susan H Saleh Philip E Butler Sarina A Tr Campbell Michael Chicago Title Land Trust Co

Jayaraman Arun Hosty Mark S Krzanowski Janusz Connelly Brian I Tr Carvalho Philipe Lee Soo Yeon

$560,000 $518,000 $510,000 $507,000 $500,000 $499,000 $445,000 $305,000 $258,500 $190,000 $174,000 $115,000 $85,000

Fantetti Ronald J Tr Subero Rosa M Tr Coe Donald K Tr Bonie Brae Dev Llc Fiedler Hans Tr Bonnie Brae Dev Llc Erhardt Mildred Tr Connolly Shannon R Brotman Monique M Popowski Karen J Tr Chiramel Terence Schwartz Steven M Jones Tiffany L

Przyborowski Carl Estrada Ivette Trust Moore Heather L Trust Vollman Thomas J Shankland Melissa J Veselsky Joshua Cain Michael Hess Frederick W Anderson Ronald E Puterbaugh John Vivar Benito P Bieck Matthew Mentzel Christopher C

8259 W Grand Ave 137 Des Plaines Ave 111 Rockford Ave

$1,475,000 $565,000 $532,500

1108 Marengo Ave 605 Marengo Ave 1047 Ferdinand Ave 605 Ferdinand Ave 7625 Adams St 1417 Elgin Ave 7531 Brown Ave 106 1106 Ferdinand Ave 1012 Elgin Ave 816 Thomas Ave 1117 Lathrop Ave 842 Marengo Ave

$390,000 $368,000 $359,000 $313,000 $303,500 $290,000 $280,000 $257,000 $255,000 $220,000 $217,000 $152,000

FOREST PARK

137 Des Plaines Ave., Forest Park

Caldwell Jacqueline Jp Prop Inc Series E Midwest Resid Rehab Llc Marron Michael Schultz Jeffrey G Baish Robert Venie Evan P Sparacino Stefanie L H&m Homes Llc Phillip Imagine Real Estate Grp Llc Coreas Rafael E Moore Gregory A Hughes Yves Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp

Fma Forest Pk Prop Llc Hyatt Danielle Smyk Dana M Hutton Mara Fondow Kelly S Dobbins Lyle W Rademacher Jyll Wagner Lisa Lambr Stacy Sloane Lorenz Lauren Ladner Benjamin G Sweeney Rachel Meacham Jonathan Sapp James D Lewsi Roman S Rj

107 Keystone Ave., River Forest

ADDRESS

PRICE

SELLER

1125 Circle Ave 7310 Roosevelt Rd 1038 Lathrop Ave 7251 Randolph St C3 320 Circle Ave 312 1021 Des Plaines Ave C408 1409 Harlem Ave 1100 Hannah Ave 101 300 Circle Ave 4L 600 Elgin Ave 1B 320 Circle Ave 102 320 Circle Ave 102

$151,000 $145,000 $134,500 $119,500 $95,000 $85,000 $85,000 $79,000 $78,500 $73,000 $70,000 $5,920

Pytko Selma King Malcolm G Saldana Enrique Martin Irma J Mcguffey Daniel A Climaco Ramon U U S Bk Trust Garcia Edwin Diaz Carina Brock David A Gulbrandsen Richard K Mcmahon Patrick

926 Dunlop Ave 308 1110 Lathrop Ave

$65,000 Unknown

3320 Oak Ave

$415,000

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Father’s Day: Let’s bring more artists to Harrison Street There are no do-overs A

love the fantasy of the movie Groundhog Day. Bill Murray plays Phil Connors, an obnoxious, cynical TV weatherman covering a Feb. 2 morning in Pennsylvania where Punxsutawney Phil, a groundhog, wakes up each year allegedly to look for his shadow. Phil Connors, on the other hand, keeps repeating the same Feb. 2 in a seemingly endless time loop until he finally gets what life is all about, and becomes a better person because he has the opportunity to live his life, or at least one day of it, over and over again. As the grandfather of four young children I get the chance to observe my sons as fathers. I get the chance to spend a wonderful day each week taking care of young children. I have had the opportunity to assist my oldest son coach Lily and Ava in AYSO soccer, thereby realizing one of my bucketlist lifetime goals. Unlike Phil Connors, I don’t get to live my life over again. But I do find myself doing the same things with my grandchildren that I did with my own children: changing diapers, feeding bottles, holding and comforting them, helping with homework, reading books, playing catch, watching Scooby Doo, catching bugs, pushing them in swings — the list goes on and on. So I’m doing the same things, but I am 40 years older now than when I first did them. Inevitably the time warp juxtaposition of the two roles — father and grandfather — causes thought, if not insight about being a father. I tried really hard, but I could have been better. No doubt. If, like Bill Murray in Groundhog Day, I could be a dad over again, I would have treated each of my children as individuals, recognizing more of their differences than their similarities. I would have tried to spend more time with them individually. We would have done a little more art and music, and maybe a little less soccer and basketball. I would have spent more time with my wife. We would have traveled more as a family. I probably wouldn’t have taken all three boys, including 6-year-old Phil, to see Braveheart. I definitely wouldn’t have taken their dare to put a spider in my mouth. Most of all, I would have tried to slow those child-rearing days down. I have lots of great memories about those years, but alas with three sons, it was a rollicking blur that just rushed by. All those athletic practices and contests, movies, family meals, school drop-offs and pickups, sleepovers, Slurpees, hide-and-seeks, Olympic Days, read-alouds, parentteacher conferences, baths and bedtimes have run together into a vast Mississippi of memory. I would have tried to live in the fragile, precious present, holding onto the specialness of all those individual small moments. There is a bit of melancholy in all this, but then none of us get to be Phil Connors. So I am content to experience as a father the joy of watching my sons do a great job of fathering their children. For a dad, that is as good as it can be. Celebrate this Father’s Day. There won’t be another one just like it.

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n the 1970s, a group of active Oak Parkers were called together by village government to form the East Village Marketing Task Force. Our mission was to create ways to stabilize and improve the neighborhood for prospective residents. I had just read an article in the NY Times about attracting artists to a neighborhood as a way of changing the image from a deteriorating area to an upscale one. So I suggested to the committee that we create an arts district on Harrison Street. We convinced the Oak Park Residence Corporation to offer reduced rent on a gallery/apartment deal in the first block on Harrison, west of Austin Boulevard, and attracted talented and community-minded artist Tia Jones to the space, where she created puppet shows and other children’s activities, thereby attracting folks to an area they were previously staying away from. Her gallery is now located half a block away from her original space. Today, we have only one Arts District in Oak Park, and it is on Harrison Street between Austin and Ridgeland. We have a core group of artists and arts-related businesses. We have a few restaurants and promises of more in the future. However, when a space becomes available, there is no pool of artists ready to rent. There has been no significant outreach to Chicago-area artists to create that pool. Often the rents offered to artists are too high for them to afford in comparison to spaces in Chicago. Artists seeking work/gallery space find the rents discourage them from even looking for space along Harrison Street. Other parts of the country have recognized that artists may need rent subsidies to afford existing rents in arts districts. Based on the artist’s income and level of professionalism, they are subsidized to add their talents to arts districts. Some artists along Harrison Street are offered “incentive” rents to occupy ground-level spaces, but there is no consistent policy and no fund for which an artist could apply. Thanks to our trustees not approving a contract for $57,100 for yet another consultant and another study to occupy shelf space at village hall, we could now spend the money in a more meaningful way. Laura Maychruk of Buzz Cafe is suggesting some ways we could use the money — for example, permanent sculptures on Harrison Street. Another way we could spend it would be: 1) outreach to attract more artists, 2) subsidies for the first year’s rent, and 3) a part-time staff person to make contact with all property owners along the street so we would know when rentals are available. How important are the arts to Harrison Street? They

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create an image that helps to attract diverse residents to the area, whether rentals or purchase of houses. They also attract businesses who see the area as charming and with a solid customer base. We do not need more hair or nail salons. We already have more than our fair share of those. We need more artists with exciting galleries, and we can get them if we spend some of that $57,100 on advertising and outreach. All property owners need to buy into our plan and make their retail spaces welcoming to artists. Most importantly, the pride of being in the Arts District can be contagious if the district is perceived as the place to visit galleries, purchase artwork, enjoy neighborhood festivities and eat great food. That is already happening, so let’s find more artists for Harrison Street. Bobbie Raymond served on the East Village Marketing Task Force which created the concept of an arts district on Harrison Street in the mid-’70s along with other community leaders, including Vernette Schultz, John Cain, Phil Hickman and others. Her exhibit “Dogs, Dogs, Dogs,” an exhibit of 25 dog monoprints, will open on July 1 at Expressions Graphics at 29 Harrison St. with a reception from 4 to 6 p.m., open to all. It will run through August.

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Thank you. But no

e’ve seen a lot of consultants’ studies ordered up by the Oak Park village board over the years. Yep, millions of dollars. Some have been a total waste. Some confirmed common sense solutions. Some broke new ground and brought new insights. So you won’t hear Wednesday Journal simplistically piling on to the argument that all consultants are thieves and all elected officials voting to hire them are dunces or duplicitous. That said, we’ve never seen a local business district talk a village board out of spending money for a consultant’s study. But it happened last week when the Oak Park Arts District on Harrison Street convinced the village board to keep $57,000 in our collective pockets rather than commission a new study of the district. Laura Maychruk, president of the district and owner of Buzz Café, said not much has changed, a damning reality, since a 2003 village-commissioned study. The board agreed and tabled the contract. Maychruk was encouraged by Deno Andrews, a newly seated trustee, to bring 10 grassroots ideas from her board on how that money could be spent directly to boost the district. Ideas since raised include subsidizing rents for actual artists, funding more events, or commissioning permanent murals or sculptures. While we agree with the decision to cancel the study, rookie trustees should be prepared for legitimate sob stories from each of Oak Park’s other 11 business districts if the direct funding spigot is opened up.

Yes on minimum wage

Oak Park’s village board has the opportunity, oddly through inaction, to assert the value of hard work and fair pay. Unlike several neighboring communities which are opting out of a new Cook County law mandating a gradual increase in the minimum wage and the creation of mandated annual sick leave, Oak Park seems poised to allow the law to take effect on July 1. We understand the counter arguments to this notable change. Taking action on just the county level rather than the state or national level is simply too narrow a geography and creates a competitive disadvantage for businesses. Going even smaller to adopting a change in Oak Park that is disregarded in River Forest, Elmwood Park, Maywood, North Riverside makes less sense still. Our argument is simply that paying employees a more fair wage – it would take the minimum pay to $10 an hour this year, rising gradually to $13 per hour – is the right thing to do. And doing the right thing has to start somewhere. Oak Park, for all its rightful pride of place, needs to be such a place. Or it should just hang up its bragging rights.

Equity in our schools

Good news this week from our River Forest and Oak Park public elementary schools. Each district made moves which make plain a genuine and urgent determination to build equity in our schools. In River Forest, the District 90 school board received a consultant’s report – let’s hear it for well-hired consultants – which spelled out just how white the district’s faculty remains even as the student population grows more diverse each year. The study extrapolated those numbers to report that nearly half of the district’s students will never have a teacher of color across nine years in the district. We understand that teachers stay long and succeed mightily in this high-performing district. That doesn’t mean there are not ways to actively boost minority faculty hiring and the study suggests several. One school board member called the report “fantastic.” That’s the same word we’d use to describe the administration and board’s focus on this issue. Further kudos to this board for unanimously adopting an “inclusive” or welcoming resolution for the district. At Oak Park District 97, the schools presented damning data on just how white its gifted and talented programs remain. Just 4 percent of the 300-plus District 97 students labeled as gifted are African American. That is a stunner for a district which has been making noise about integration and the gap and, now, equity for decades. To its credit, the district announced immediate plans for change in the next school year and will form an ad hoc committee of community members and district staff to bring further recommendations a year from now. Studying is fine. Acting is better. The clock on young lives keeps ticking.

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What do names tell us?

very year we publish the names of the 400 or so graduates of Oak Park and River Forest High School. Most probably read only one name — to make sure their loved one is represented (and spelled correctly). But I think names are interesting — and revealing. Some names on the OPRF list sound literary (e.g. Russell Alger and Thomas Wolfe) while others sound theological (Ndea Allah, Phillip Christian, Jesus MoscosaFierro, and Mohammed Haw). Seven graduating seniors from the class of 2017 are juniors. Lajabdul Bamba Jr., Patrick Chatman Jr., James Faulkner Jr., Brian Holloway Jr., Thomaseno Horn Jr., Sergio Saldado Jr., and Andre Thurmon Jr. Only one “third,” Richard Rogers III (presumably not the grandson of the famed Broadway composer) and two fourths, Edward Harrison Gorens IV and Irwin C. Loud IV. It’s impossible to have a Roman numeral IV after your name without sounding distinguished. Lots of doubles and triples, such as Christian and Christopher Banks-Mitchell who must be related and possibly twins, though you never know. I am, however, fairly sure that if they’re related, neither is allowed to call himself “Chris,” at least not at home. And if any friends call asking for Chris, all hell must break loose. Meanwhile, a little further down the list, does Christopher Chrisp go by Chris Chrisp? There are two Andersons, Baldwins, Blankemeiers, Bookers, Butlers, Canars, Carrahers, Coles, Collinses, Coxes, Forehands (Eric and Noah. Are they doubles partners in tennis? Please say yes), Grosses, Hrobowskis (one of whom is named Sinatra Garland Hrobowski, which is my kind of somewhere-over-the-rainbow name), Hunts, Isoms, Iverys, Jeffrieses (all plurals of names that end in “s” are awkward), Kennedy-Woods, Lees, Moore-Fieldses, Muhammads, Mullinses, Munozes, Murrays, Nelsons, Pattersons, Perrys, Quicks, Rodriguezes, Ryans, Sanderses, Sandovals, Scotts, Shaws, Stewerts (Brittney and Briuanna — unusual spelling of the last name and similar first names, so they must be related), Stratmans, Thompsons, Thurmans, and Wilkersons. And for good measure, there are three Crawfords, Ganesens, Greens, Halls, Hendersons, Jacksons, Kings, Richardsons, and Sullivans. These two- and threesomes may be wholly unrelated or it may be an indication of the number of twins and triplets in the class of 2017. Are multiple births becoming more frequent? Other common names include Brown (4), Davis (5), Griffin (5), Johnson (9), Jones (5) (which means, yes, the Joneses are not keeping up with the Johnsons), Miller (7), Moore (4), Peterson (4), Walker (5), Williams (4), and, of course, Smith (10), as plain a surname as you’ll find, though the first names certainly are not: Valque, Chloe, Damarco, Desyra, Erik, Nadia,

Noah and Tatiana. A lot of names are just irresistible. Courtney Crook, we trust, is a name that will not prove predictive. She’ll probably end up a prosecutor and her husband’s last name will be Buster. Chardonnay Star Harris, on the other hand, possibly the best softball pitcher in the state, has already fulfilled the prophecy of her middle name, and Chardonnay is one of the great sports names to come along in quite a while. Nissa Heaven Desire is a name that must have a story behind it, as must Sincere Hope Santiago. Ian Duignan, meanwhile, makes me itch to write the sentence, “Is Ian Duignan indignant?” Did Camille Gallo and Carolyn Galo endure any confusion during the last four years? Or Benjamin Paris and Mason Parrish? Catherine Garcia-Goetting indicates an interesting cross-cultural family pairing, as do Celeste Gonzalez-Belobradic, Kyle Rodriguez-Treaseh and Savastiana McCarthy Valle. Some names are simply a delight to write: Bat Ganbold, Brooklyn Shartzer Hoshell, Brandon Killingsworth (what is the origin of that surname?), Ross Nations, Guinevere Orenstein, Zoe Phillpotts, China Diamond Victor Turner, Hagen Vollrath, Rino Watson, and Lila Wine. Some are lovely in their alliteration: Gina Gerace, Gavin Giles, Grace Gleason, Haley Hamilton, and Lashauni Lashley. Legacy Gray is a great name for a character in a novel. Austin Maxwell, coincidentally, is followed alphabetically by Maxwell Maynard. Though no double hyphenated surnames have appeared (yet), Michelle Tonya-Tiara Jeffries may be the first double last name that includes a hyphenated name. Or it’s the first hyphenated middle name I’ve seen. And speaking of possible future combinations, if Katherine Sang married Joseph Singer, would they become Sang-Singer or Singer-Sang? Sydney Nice and Kyle Nurse, Nice-Nurse or Nurse-Nice? Kinji Ridley and Blair Ripley? Ridley-Ripley (or vice versa) has a nice ring. Katherine Sang, by the way, was the only noun-verb combination, which also qualifies it as a complete sentence. That also applies to the only verb-noun combination, Chase Vaughn. The class of 2017 boasted plenty of smart kids, but only Allison Smart has the name to live up to. And, finally, it must be noted that in a class with so many interesting names, many of which were unheard of when I graduated from high school in 1970, the list ends with a real Zinger. Two of them, actually, Noah and Sophia. Sophia means wisdom. Noah, of course, had the survival instincts to weather the mother of all rain events. May all the graduates this year cultivate these qualities as they move forward to face their futures — and make a name for themselves.

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Are you ready for your turn as a tour guide?

W E D N E S D A Y

JOURNAL of Oak Park and River Forest

Editor and Publisher Dan Haley

On June 1, my sister and I were standing near the Maple Avenue parking lot across from the main entrance of Rush Oak Park Hospital. Two petite ladies approached us from the south. It was a mother-daughter pair who were pulling an extremely large piece of luggage behind them. “May I use phone?” the younger lady asked in broken English as she pointed to her own mobile phone. I immediately went into defense mode, but my sister noticed a guidebook in the mom’s hand and was responding differently. I finally caught on when they pointed to the Green Line in their guidebook and asked how to get there. The two were visiting from France and were trying to experience as many things listed in their tourist booklet as they could. They weren’t really interested in the Green Line but the Earnest Hemingway and Frank Lloyd Wright sites listed nearby. Interestingly, they thought they were in a Chicago neighborhood called Oak Park (similar to Wicker Park or Lincoln Park, they said). They arrived in Oak Park via the Blue Line, which stops at Austin Boulevard, and Harlem Avenue as does the Green Line. It helped that I spoke enough French (and they enough English) to have a good laugh and make the

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most of the situation. Suddenly, I was an unofficial tour guide as I drove the ladies east along Lake Street to the Hemingway Museum. The two happy tourists asked many questions and revealed their new fondness for deep-dish pizza. I am sure they took many good memories back with them. Life in Oak Park is like a box of chocolates. You never know what interesting encounters you will have from one day to the next! Here’s hoping you will enjoy your time when inevitably called to be an impromptu ambassador for the village of Oak Park. FILE

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Trust Act paves way for welcoming resolutions Regarding Deb Kadin’s June 7 article “Illinois ‘welcoming bill’ goes to the governor”: Don’t be misled. Local welcoming policies continue to be critically necessary. The Illinois Trust Act, spearheaded by state representatives Welch and Hernandez, state Senator Harmon and President Cullerton, is on its way to the governor as a bipartisan, negotiated bill. Legislators and advocates spent countless hours with law enforcement representatives, including the Illinois State Police, an agency headed by the governor, to reach consensus on a bill that ensures Illinois is a welcoming state for immigrants while supporting law enforcement’s ability to police within the bounds of the 4th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. The Trust Act is a strong bill. It prohibits law enforcement from detaining people based on immigration detainers or warrantless holds and ensures that law enforcement does not inquire about immigration status; however, communities must continue to push for welcoming policies that strengthen the bill’s efforts.

Welcoming policies like those passed in Oak Park and Berwyn send a clear message that local resources will not be spent on national efforts to profile or register people, based on religion or national origin and prohibit all city officials from inquiring about immigration status. The governor’s signing of the Trust Act will be consistent with his statements against deputizing local police to serve as immigration agents. This bill will set the baseline for Illinois; however, local officials must pass welcoming policies to send a clear message that immigrants are welcome and an integral part of our communities.

State Rep. Emmanuel “Chris” Welch (D-7th) Chief sponsor

State Sen. Don Harmon (D-39th) Chief co-sponsor

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Sounds like the same old, same old

Well, are we back to the ‘80s all over again? Do we really have to go begging to get any business or developer to come to Oak Park? The proposal accepted by the village board for townhomes at the old District 97/Robinson Ribs site (“Robinson’s Ribs location could become 21 townhouses,” News, June 7) certainly sounds like it. We had six proposals to choose from, and this is what we get? When I saw the renderings offered up by the Oak Park Development Corporation, I almost felt nauseous. Mundane, maybe mediocre, are all I can say about them. Haven’t we had enough of this kind of construction in Oak Park? I want to say “thank you” to trustees Simone Boutet and Dan Moroney. They wanted more information regarding actual renderings for the site. They were concerned about the architectural quality of the proposal. Kudos. But what about the other trustees? Where are they in safe-guarding the quality of our built community? The proposed architectural firm, Pappageorge Haymes, is very capable of quality work. Unfortunately, they also have a reputation for giving the client whatever they want to maximize profits, regardless of architectural merit. There is nothing wrong with profit, and we want to fill that unused space, but not at the expense of our community. With all of that, I never heard one word anywhere in the article about requiring green construction and design, enhancing our urban fabric, some green space or having pedestrianfriendly streetscaping. Oak Park is desirable now. There were six proposals. When will we start requiring quality building that adds to the quality of life in our village? Mediocre developments suck the life out of a community in the long run. Thankfully, the village is hiring an architectural consultant from a reputable firm to evaluate the proposal. I hope he focuses on all aspects of the development. We don’t need to settle for somewhat pleasant architecture, with no affordable housing, which doesn’t enhance our community. Please, can we step back, evaluate thoroughly and have requirements of the developer that really add to our urban fabric?

Terry Grace Oak Park

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GirlsHelpingGirls information table at the Ethnic Festival in Oak Park, May 2017.

Creating a bridge to a better life for a girl in Turkey

f you attended the Ethnic Festival in Oak Park on May 6 at Percy Julian Middle School and walked along the corridor where the information and vendor tables were located, then chances are your attention was taken by the GirlsHelpingGirls information table located just across from the school auditorium. The first thing that would have jumped out at you would have been the view of five energetic middle-schoolers wearing similar clothing and bright pink bandanas over their heads with huge smiles that could be seen from a distance and felt throughout the entire corridor inviting you to stop by their table to check out what they were up to. The second thing that would most likely have grabbed your attention would have been the green poster affixed to the wall behind their table that read “GirlsHelpingGirls, Help Send a Girl to School.” The third thing would have been the distinct items neatly arranged on the table, ranging from bracelets to seedlings, all to be sold at the festival in exchange for donations to promote their cause, helping underprivileged girls in the developing world to stay in school and get an education. This year marked their second consecutive appearance to raise funds. The idea came to them while taking a sixth-grade Integrated Studies class. Their classroom teacher encouraged them to think through it and put the idea into action. A few class sessions later, a purpose for the group was identified,

some ideas were brought forward to raise funds, and a venue was selected to inform the community and officially launch their first fundraising campaign. By the end of the 2016 winter break, those sketchy ideas had been carefully thought out and the group gradually started laying the foundation for the work that would be required to turn those ideas into actionable items. Last year, their fundraising efforts culminated with the collection of $303. Consistent with the goals set out for the group, they took the time to research and learn about the charitable work conducted by nonprofit organizations whose main mission was to support girls’ education in the developing world. They decided to donate collected funds to BTF Chicago, an all-volunteer grassroots philanthropic bridge between the U.S. and Turkey, organized for charitable purposes (www.bridgetoturkiye.org). A check was presented to me, Sule Kivanc-Ancieta, the director of BTF Chicago, in May 2016 at a meeting organized by the group with support from their classroom teacher. BTF Chicago allocated last year’s funds to a scholarship pool intended to provide a path to education for underprivileged girls in rural Turkey. Working in partnership with our trusted local NGO, Association for the Support of Contemporary Living (CYDD), the funds were disbursed to a deserving sixth-grader, based on her aca-

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demic merits, in Samsun, Turkey. The funds donated by GirlsHelpingGirls have provided her with the opportunity to stay in school through the current school year. BTF Chicago was delighted to learn that the $172 raised by the group on May 6 will be donated to continue supporting our ongoing work with girls’ education in rural Turkey but more importantly to continue supporting the group’s sponsored student for another year, beginning in September 2017. BTF Chicago is honored to be the recipient of GirlsHelpingGirls’ continued support for the work we do. Like them, BTF Chicago believes that education is the best investment we can make for social change. Like them, we also know how hard it is to put together a fundraising campaign to support the advancement of the causes we care deeply about and hold very dear to our hearts. On behalf of BTF Chicago and our family of giving circles around the nation, we want to thank GirlsHelpingGirls for acting upon their beliefs and committing themselves to positive change through their work. The impact of their work is real and benefits a girl just like them, full of potential. The sixth-grader in Samsun, Turkey is being provided with a unique opportunity to bridge the education gap and create a future for herself full of possibilities. Now that is real change with a purpose! Sule Kivanc-Ancieta is director of BTF Chicago (Bridge to Türkiye Fund), which is a UN-accredited NGO.

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e had a little bit of drama this past week in the Oak Park business community when it came to light that Village Hall was moving forward with a consulting study for Harrison Street, aka the Oak Park Arts District. What might have been a routine contract on the consent agenda turned into an ad hoc discussion at the Board table about what is needed to invest in and reinvigorate the Arts District and who is best situated to do the work. The business leaders’ oft-spoken admonitions of “no one told us” and “not another consultant” and “if you have that kind of money let us decide how to use it” were shared in person and online.

In fairness to the Village, the proposed “study” was really an update to the outdated urban planning blueprint – focused on the existing built environment, traffic / transportation and land use. The project was not meant to be a branding study, marketing how-to or brainstorming session. And, the proposal itself resulted from 2016 collaborative work with the district and government. Nevertheless, the preponderance of studies with timelines, workplans, powerpoint decks and nice budgets comes at a time when all of our commercial areas are racing to keep up with consumer demands for how best to live, work and shop. The suburban mall era is past. Today we find experience trumps consumerism. People want walkable, quaint-but-urban town squares with public art, good lighting, outdoor dining, music, brewpubs, a mix of national brands and interesting independents alongside enough greens-

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anyan, the Asian American Writers Collective, would like to thank the Oak Park Public Library — especially Debby Preiser, Kelly Knowles, Jose Cruz, and Rafal Radomski — for helping us produce our inaugural celebration on June 3. Ninety-five people packed the Veterans Room with a multiracial audience, ages ranging from four days old to 70+ years. Banyan launched Oak Parker Samina Hadi-Tabassum’s poetry book Muslim Melancholia (Red Mountain Press 2017), highlighted Riksha Magazine, and authors Eduardo Cruz Eusebio, Mary Anne Mohanraj, Karen Su, Victor Yipp, Jane Hseu, Kat Tanaka Okopnik, and yours truly. The indie band Bishop, harpist Ari B. Schwartz, and pianist Najda performed. Local artists Marium Baker, Hana Mohammed Rafee, and Miya Chiang exhibited paintings, sketches, illustrations, and self-portraits. The library made its Asian American children’s books available for our Children’s Nook. Juri Sekiguchi led children’s crafts (Samuri hats, bi bim bop, sushi drawings, and paper lanterns), and there were real samosas and potstickers, too. Asian American arts abounded! According to local experts in multiculturalism (Multicultural Resource Center’s Lynn Allen, journalist Stan West, and OP Regional Housing Center Executive Director Rob Breymaier), Banyan’s inaugural celebration may be first time Asian American authors have led a presentation of literature in the history of Oak Park. In the current social and political climate, Asian American families are challenged with media invisibility, job loss, deportation, violent stereotypes (particularly Muslim Americans), and actual violence such as the Kansas shooter. Despite the pervasive “model minority” stereotype, we face stark realities. Even in our beloved

Oak Park, Asian American families are often forgotten in political, social, economic, and artistic discussions. No more. Banyan is part of a national movement for visibility, representation, and building bridges. (For that, look up the Smithsonian and Kundiman’s first Asian American Literature Festival or follow Constance Wu, Aziz Ansari, and Hasan Minhaj’s work.) These are times that summon us to our higher selves. It’s a perfect moment for Oak Park friends and neighbors to listen deeply, to discover what we didn’t know we didn’t know, and to share the best of our humanity. Through stories, poems, and the arts, we celebrate, grieve, and build mutual understanding and empathy. In the simple act of gathering together, talking story, and sharing the beauty of words, we strengthen community bonds. Stories are nakakaaliw — uplifting. The Main Branch Library helped us create a moment, a space, where a multiracial, intergenerational audience could gather around a banyan tree and share our humanity. Babies, parents, teens, and elders enjoyed stories together. Yes, we took some creative risks: bringing in visual arts, music, food, family photos, and Asian-based kids crafts for what, essentially, was a reading and book launch. This way, the audience would have a full sensory experience of the Asian America we evoked in our stories and poems. After the Banyan celebration, people commented over and over how the event was “inspirational” and “rejuvenating.” I’m humbled and awed by the results and thankful Banyan has the chance to build not only an audience, but more importantly, community. In the best of America, everyone has a sense of belonging. Mary Grace (M.G.) Bertulfo is a longtime resident of Oak Park, a local author, and the founder of the Banyan, Asian American Writers Collective. Contact: mgbertulfo@gmail.com.

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Our village officials are fond of touting the new tax revenue re-development will generate for village taxing bodies, but we never hear about the expense side of the ledger. Case in point: The proposed townhouses on the former Robinson’s Ribs/District 97 administration HQ site. Reportedly, the 21 townhouses will generate $187,000 of tax revenue for village bodies. I don’t doubt that — but I also have no doubt that village bodies will suffer incremental expenses of more than $187,000, making the proposition a net loss to the taxpayers. If there is, on average, one K-12 student per townhouse, the incremental costs to District 97 and District 200 alone will exceed $187,000. Factor in all the other services residents receive, and consider as well that our roads, parks and school physical plants are already overstressed, and it is evident that more residential is an expensive planning mistake. The goal should be more businesses generating net positive taxes, not more residents generating net negative taxes.

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Rev. Robert A. Cross, 90

Pastor Emeritus of Ascension Parish Rev. Robert Ambrose Cross, 90, died on June 9, 2017 at Belmont Village Senior Living in Oak Park. Born on Dec. 1, 1926 in Marion, Indiana, he was the youngest of 10 children. He attended St. Luke School for his primary education, went on to study at Quigley Preparatory Seminary in Chicago, and graduated from the University of St. Mary of the Lake/ Mundelein Seminary with a bachelor’s degree in philosophy REV. ROBERT A. CROSS and theology. He also earned his Licentiate of Sacred Theology as well as a master’s degree in library science. He was ordained into the priesthood on May 1, 1952, by Samuel Cardinal Stritch, Archbishop of Chicago, and celebrated his first Mass at St. Luke Parish in River Forest on May 4, 1952. Fr. Cross served in the archdiocese in a number of different parochial roles. He was assistant pastor of St. Mary Parish in Lake Forest (1952-56) and went on to teach at Quigley Preparatory Seminary (1956-74; in 1967 he began teaching at Quigley South). Fr. Cross also served as assistant pastor at the St. Nicholas of Tolentine (1966-70) and the Sacred Heart Parishes (1970-74) in Chicago. He was named pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Chicago (1974-82) and Ascension Parish in Oak Park. Fr. Cross became associate pastor of St. Cornelius Parish in Chicago (1988-93) and remained in that role at St. Frances of Rome Parish in Cicero (1993-95). He was appointed pastor emeritus of Ascension Parish in Oak Park in 1996 and continued in that role until his retirement. Fr. Cross’ niece-in-law, Mary Catherine Meek, pastoral associate at Ascension Parish, remembers him as a motivated priest who cared about social justice issues.

“He was a people’s person who held feeding the hungry as one of his main concerns,” said Meek. He was involved with several groups such as Clergy and Laity Concerned and the Hunger Fund. The Meek family had the opportunity to welcome Fr. Cross into their home when his health declined. Fr. Bill Flaherty, a resident at Ss. Faith, Hope and Charity Parish and a classmate of Fr. Cross, played golf and went on vacation many times with Fr. Cross. “He was a good priest, a highly respected priest, who loved liturgy. It was his way to worship the Lord,” said Fr. Flaherty. Visitation was held on June 13 at St. Luke Parish in River Forest. Services will continue on Wednesday, June 14 with visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. followed by the funeral Mass at 10:30 a.m. at Ascension Church, 801 S. East Ave. in Oak Park. The Most Reverend Raymond Goedert, a classmate of Fr. Cross, will be the main celebrant of the Funeral Mass.

Philip Gordon Jr., 84 Long career in glass industry

Philip M. Gordon Jr., 84, of River Forest, died on June 4, 2017 after a sudden illness. Born on Nov. 24, 1932, he was a proud 1950 graduate of Fenwick High School and served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1953-55. Mr. Gordon had a long and successful sales career in the glass industry. He was PHILIP GORDON JR. an avid world traveler and visited all seven continents with his beloved wife, Theresa. Mr. Gordon was the husband of Theresa F. (nee McGlynn); the son of the late Philip M. Gordon and the late Angela Petronilla Langan; the brother-in-law of six; a cousin of many from a large extended family; an uncle to many nieces and nephews; and a dear friend to many.

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A memorial Mass was celebrated June 10 at St. Luke Catholic Church in River Forest. Mr. Gordon created many wonderful memories during his 47 years of marriage. In lieu of flowers and in his memory, the family asks that you create special memories for your loved ones, or if desired, memorials may be made to Misericordia Heart of Mercy or to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Arrangements were handled by Peter B. Kennedy & Co., Funeral Directors.

Lilli Herold, 88 Hobbyist and animal lover

Lilli Herold (nee Schadek), 88, former area resident and now of Lemont, died on June 10, 2017. Born on October 1, 1928 in Dombrowa, Poland, she was one of 12 children. She immigrated to the United States with her husband and two children in 1957 and settled in Forest Park. They then lived in Oak Park, River Forest, Elmhurst and made their final home in Lemont. Ms. Herold found great joy in her hobbies, tending to her garden and yard, going to garage sales, knitting, crocheting, crafting, cooking and baking, canning, making jelly, sharing cherished memories at the family camper in Yorkville and sewing everything from dish towels to Barbie and Ken clothes to her daughter’s wedding dress and veil. She loved all of her many dogs and cats. Most of all, she loved her family and spending as much time as she could with all of her grandchildren. Ms. Herold was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Stefan, who died four months ago; her son, Harry; her parents, Christian and Amalia Schadek; and her siblings, Else (Wilhelm) Grüning, Wanda Schadek, Ida Schadek, Leokadia (Alfred Fruck/Edmund) Schultz, Adele Schadek, Emil Schadek, Hermann Schadek, Gottlieb (Bertha) Schadek, Albert (Else) Schadek and Edmund (Rose) Schadek. She is survived by her daughter, Veronika (Scott) McAdam; her grandchildren, Amanda McAdam, Scott (Brittany) McAdam, Jamie Herold and Stefan Herold; and her greatgrand puppy, Nala and great-grand kitties,

June and Autumn. Visitation will be Thursday, June 15 from 3 to 8 p.m. at Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 203 S. Marion St. in Oak Park, where services will be held on Friday, June 16 at 10 a.m. Interment is at Forest Home Cemetery in Forest Park. In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates donations to the Alzheimer’s Foundation (www.alzfdn.org), the American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org), PAWS Chicago (www.pawschicago.org) or to Best Friends Utah (www.utah.bestfriends.org).

Argene Giannetti, 102 Oak Park resident

Argene Scolastica Maria Giannetti (nee Piazzaroli), 102, who lived in the Pleasant District of Oak Park for many years, died on June 6, 2017. Born on June 20, 1914, she was also known as Mamma, Nonna, Bella, Gina and Jenny. Ms. Giannetti was the wife of the late Gino; the mother of Frank and Sadie, who was like a daughter and Don “ Dano” Giannetti; grandmother of Michele Wirt, Madeline (Rick) Hornak and Stephen Giannetti; great-grandmother of Ashley (Weston) Smith, Gregory and Maddie Wirt and Stephen Giannetti II and John and Cate Hornak; the great-great-grandmother of Camden Smith; the sister of Ada Turri and the late Maria (the late Idilio) Ferrando and Nella Piazzaroli; the aunt and grand-aunt of many nieces and nephews; a friend of all and to her caregiver, Catalina Cruz. Visitation is on Monday, June 19 from 3 to 9 p.m. with a service at 7 p.m., at St. Edmund Church, 188 S. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park. On Tuesday, June 20, prior to the 11 a.m. funeral Mass, there will be visitation beginning at 9:30 a.m. Interment will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates donations to the St. Edmund Church Building Fund. Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, Oak Park, handled arrangements.

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607 Harvard Street (at East Av.) Oak Park, Illinois Rev. Robert M. Niehus, Pastor Sunday Bible Class: 9:15 am Sunday School: 9:10 Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 and 10:30 am Church Office: 708/386-3306 www.christlutheranoakpark.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

305 Circle Ave, Forest Park Sunday Worship, 9:30 am Adult Bible Class, 10:45 am Wheelchair Access to Sanctuary Leonard Payton, Pastor Roney Riley, Assistant Pastor 708-366-3226 | www.stjohnforestpark.org

808 S. East Ave. 708/848-2703 www.ascensionoakpark.com Worship: Saturday Mass 5:00 pm Sunday Masses 7:30, 9:00, 11 am, 5:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation 4 pm Saturday Taize Prayer 7:30 pm First Fridays Feb.– Dec. & Jan. 1 Holy Hour 6:00 pm Third Thursdays

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Masses: 8:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m. Parish Office: 708-848-4417 School Phone: 708-386-5131

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Roman Catholic

To place a listing in the Religion Guide, call Mary Ellen: 708/613-3342

Unity

UNITY CHURCH OF OAK PARK 405 North Euclid Ave.

You have limitless potential. Sunday Services 9 am & 11 am Youth Education 11 am 708-848-0960 — unityoakpark.org

Upcoming Religious Holidays

June 15 Corpus Christi Saint Vladimir

Catholic

16 Guru Arjan martyrdom

Christian

Sikh

19 New Church Day Swedenborgian Christian 21 Solstice

First Nations Day

Canadian Native People

Wednesday Journal, June 14, 2017

OAKPARK.COM | RIVERFOREST.COM New local ads this week

WEDNESDAY

CLASSIFIED

YOUR WEEKLY AD

REACHES SIX SUBURBAN COMMUNITIES: OAK PARK, RIVER FOREST, FOREST PARK, BROOKFIELD, RIVERSIDE, NORTH RIVERSIDE, AND PARTS OF CHICAGO

HOURS: 9:00 A.M.– 5:00 P.M. MON–FRI

Deadline is Tuesday at 9:30 a.m.

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HELP WANTED

COURT LIAISON OFFICER (CIVILIAN) The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Court Liaison Officer (Civilian) in the Police Department. This position will maintain departmental records of court appearances, process subpoena requests, prepare court schedules, perform other necessary duties related to court proceedings and operate as the liaison between the Police Department and Cook County Judicial System. This position requires a valid Illinois driver’s license and proof of insurability. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than June 28, 2017.

POLICE RECORDS SUPERVISOR The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Police Records Supervisor in the Police Department. This position will manage, supervise, plan and coordinate the activities and operations of the Police Records Division Support Services Bureau, within the Police Department including records maintenance and management services; and to coordinate assigned activities with other divisions, outside agencies and the general public. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website at http://www.oak-park.us/jobs. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than June 26, 2017.

CUSTOMER SVC & PURCHASING The Royal Group in Cicero, IL is a large manufacturer of corrugated packaging as well as a distributor of packaging supplies. We are looking for a full-time employee to work in a combined customer service and purchasing position with our customers, sales reps and suppliers. This position has a full line of benefits available. Experience in customer service and/or purchasing is preferred. Email: curtn@royalbox.com ELECTRICIAN’S HELPER PART-TIME Part-time Electrician’s Helper. Some experience required. Must have own transportation and some tools. Call 708-738-3848. PART TIME ADMIN ASST Local private early childhood center looking for a part time administrative assistant. Must have basic computer and organization skills, and be able to work independently. Please send current resume to blockscenters@gmail.com POLICE DEPT COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Community Service Officer in the Police Department. This position will perform a variety of public service, customer service and law enforcement related duties and responsibilities that do not require the services of a sworn police officer; and to perform a variety of administrative duties. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oak-park.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than June 19, 2017.

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SALES

GO TO OAKPARK.COM/ GARAGESALES TODAY!

or call mary ellen at 708.613.3342 to place an ad

REAL ESTATE CLOSING COORDINATOR We are a dynamic residential Real Estate office operating out of a River Forest location seeking a candidate to coordinate our closings. Responsibilities include: handling escrow accounts, completing brokers’ statements, issuing commission checks, plus other administrative duties. Familiarity with QuickBooks a big plus. Real Estate office experience ideal but not required. Position reports to our office manager as well as being an assistant to the broker/ owners of the company. Compensation commensurate with experience. Send resume to: iris@gagliardorealty.com

SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE FOR SALE BY OWNER 406 LATHROP RIVER FOREST

Frame Construction Mixed Use–Commercial Residential Land Sq. Footage–7,850 Building Sq. Footage–1967 Selling As Is. Great for New Development $700,000 For Additional Information Call.

312.607.4100

NEW CONCEPT! HISTORIC MAYWOOD MANOR

902 S. 3RD AVENUE (2 blks W of 1st Ave & 1 blk N of Madison) Tired of renting? Why not consider buying an affordable 2BR condo w/ 1000+ sq ft of living space? Savings are built in from a unique 12 year tax freeze plus lower utility costs from energy saving systems and appliances. Onsite pkg, exterior lighting and enhanced security systems included. Plus you can customize and design your living space to better meet your needs! For details Call 708-383-9223.

SUBURBAN RENTALS FOREST PARK 1 BR CONDO MUST SEE! One bedroom/one bath condo down town Forest Park near all public transportation, Restaurants and shops. Unit has wood floors throughout, granite kitchen counter tops, updated bathroom, beautiful balcony and laundry facility in building. Parking Available. $1,080 monthly rent. 708-602-7175

SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE Oak Park

OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY JUNE 18 1:00 TO 4:00 704 S ELMWOOD

Gunderson Home in the Historic District 4 bedroom, 2 baths. Close to schools and transportation. Lots and lots of kids on great block! For Sale by Owner. $575,000

OAK PARK FOREST PARK Studio, 1, and 2 BDRM. Heated. Dining room. Parking available. Walk to El. $625-$1250.

www.oakrent.com

SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE Open Sun. 1-3 • 901 Dunlop, Forest Park MOVE-IN READY, this spacious 4 BR, 2.5 BA home has 3 finished levels. Large Kit. Master suite has sitting area and master bath. Large covered deck at back of the house overlooks large back yard and 3 car garage! Great location near new Forest Park Rec Center.

Becky Eichstaedt 708-212-1092 becky@liveinwesternsuburbs.com

©2017 Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate LLC. All Rights Reserved. Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage fully supports the principles of the Fair Housing Act and the Equal Opportunity Act. Operated by a subsidiary of NRT LLC. Coldwell Banker and the Coldwell Banker Logo are registered service marks owned by Coldwell Banker Real Estate LLC. Real estate agents affiliated with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are independent contractor sales associates and are not employees of Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage.

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CITY RENTALS 2 BR/1 BA 4940 W VAN BUREN 2 br/1 bath apartment for rent at 4940 West Van Buren. Rent $750 plus 1 month security. Utilities not included. Quiet Building. No pets allowed. On the street parking. Please call v773-261-7131. AUSTIN VILLAGE 5939 W. Midway Parkway Remodeled 1 BR. Half block from Oak Park, Green Line & shops. 3rd Floor. $800/month. Heat not included. 708-383-9223 or 773-676-6805.

ROOMS FOR RENT AUSTIN CLEAN ROOM With fridge, micro. Nr Oak Park, Super Walmart, Food 4 Less, bus, & Metra. $116/wk and up. 773-637-5957 Large Sunny Room with fridge & microwave. Near Green line, bus, Oak Park, 24 hour desk, parking lot. $101.00 week & up. New Mgmt. 773-378-8888

CHURCHES FOR RENT

OFFICE/ RETAIL SPACE

MAYWOOD COUNTRY CHURCH Lovely, old fashioned country church in Maywood, on corner of Fifth and Erie is looking for a roommate or tenant. We are willing to work out a flexible arrangement if you are an appropriate tenant. Various size spaces. Call 708 344-6150, leave a message.

FOREST PARK OFFICE/ STOREFRONT FOR LEASE

OAK PARK CLASSIC CHURCH FOR RENT

GARAGE/YARD SALES

Includes Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, Kitchen, Midweek Service/ Bible Study, Office Options. 708-848-5460

OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT * RIVER FOREST * 7777 Lake St. - 3 & 5 room suites 7756 Madison St. - Store: 926 sq. ft. - Office: 900 sq. ft.

* OAK PARK *

6955 North Ave. - 3 room office suite 6957 North Ave. - 2 room office suite 6142-44 Roosevelt Rd. - 4 room office suite

Strand & Browne 708/488-0011

Busy Madison Street loction. 1350 sq ft

Call 708-771-2020

Forest Park

YARD SALE 7410 FRANKLIN STREET FRI 6/16 8AM TO 3PM SAT 6/17 8AM TO 1PM

Furniture (twin sized beds and box frames, Ikea leather chaise, coffee table) Electronics, Books, Women’s clothing and accessories, home goods and much more!!!!! Everything must go!

M&M

property management, inc.

708-386-7355 • www.mmpropmgt.com 649 Madison Street, Oak Park Contact us for a complete list of available rentals throughout Oak Park and Forest Park.

North Riverside

GARAGE SALE 2409 6th & 2400 5th FRI 6/16 & SAT 6/17 9AM TO 5PM

Don’t miss it! Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE 900 N HUMPHREY BLK SAT JUNE 17 8AM TO 11AM Kids Clothing Coats Seasonal Decorations Toys Books Household Items Furniture

Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 401 S GROVE AVE

Forest Park

(Corner of Washington & Grove)

(corner of Harlem & Roosevelt) SAT 6/17 8AM TO 5PM Some furniture, full sheet sets, knick knacks, garden equipment, dish sets, Milwaukee Tools set, clothes & much more!!

25-Unit Condo building is having a large garage sale. We have a little bit of everything! Furniture, household goods, ladies and juniors clothing and shoes, linens, luggage, d‚cor, artwork, books, Bosch stackable Axxis dryer, antique bentwood chair, and much more. Sale is in our parking garage behind the building. Don’t miss it!

4-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 7209 ROOSEVELT RD

Maywood

GARAGE SALE HUGE!!! 300 BLK S 2ND AVE (Randolph & 2nd)

SAT 6/17 9AM - 3PM

SUBURBAN RENTALS

GARAGE/YARD SALES

Furniture: Antique Sofa and chair; Contemporary coffee tables & end table, Youth bed, 2 patio chairs Clothes; W- Size 8-10; Youth- GSize 10-12; B- Size 10-12 New & Gently Used Youth Winter Coats and shoes Low $$; costume jewelry; toys, great books. Great items you’ll love. Come early. Square Cash (download app if you need to) accepted for purchases over $10. See you on Saturday June 17 9am- 3pm!!!

SAT 6/17 9AM-2PM ONE DAY ONLY!

Oak Park

HUGE SALE VINTAGE SAT 6/17 9-5

(raindate Sunday)

1100 S SCOVILLE River Forest

BLOCK SALE 800 BLOCK WILLIAM ST SAT 6/17 8AM TO NOON

Antiques, collectibles, jewelry, clothes, toys, toools, books and everything else!

RUMMAGE SALES

Apartment listings updated daily at: Rummage Sale 8th Annual • St. Giles Church McDonough Hall, 1101 N. Columbian, Oak Park, IL 60302 Drop off times are: Wed. 8:30-6:30; Thurs. 8:30-6:30; Friday 8:30-6:00 PM

Saturday, June 17, 2017 9:00AM- 3:00PM

Find your new apartment this Saturday from 10 am – 4pm at 35 Chicago Avenue. Or call us toll free at 1-888-328-8457 for an appointment.

classifieds@OakPark.com

Too many items to list. Something for Everyone!

Pre-Sale: Friday, June 16, 6:30PM-8:30PM Admission for pre-sale will be $10 per person. Bag Sale on Saturday afternoon at 1:00PM, $5.00 per bag, per person. Baked goods available for purchase. Please join us for this amazing sale!

classifieds@RiverForest.com

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OAKPARK.COM | RIVERFOREST.COM

CLASSIFIED ITEMS FOR SALE FREEZERS Ice cream freezer, horizontal, $450 obo. 8.8 cu ft Chest freezer, $195. Call 708-848-9404 SEWING BAKING AND CRAFT ITEMS Bolts and bolts of fabric; Boxes upon boxes of sewing notions; Hundreds of cake pedestals and cake platters; Hundreds of very nice and unique baskets. Call 708-912-7146

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TO BE GIVEN AWAY FREE CHICKENS

2 mixed breed chickens, 1 black, 1 red, approx. 1 month old. Hatched at daycare for educational purposes. Call 773-933-1894.

AUTOS FOR SALE 1998 HONDA ACCORD EX V6 Original owner/clean title; recent emissions test pass; newer Goodyear tires; new battery; sunroof; A/C cold; power seats/windows/ mirrors; leather interior; 204,000 miles; $2000; 630/240-5156

WANTED MILITARY ITEMS: Helmets, medals, patches, uniforms, weapons, flags, photos, paperwork, Also toy soldiers-lead plastic-other misc. toys. Call Uncle Gary 708-522-3400

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PUBLIC NOTICE Washington Commons Tennis Court Rehabilitation Project The River Forest Park District (the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Park Districtâ&#x20AC;?) is accepting sealed bids for the Washington Commons Tennis Court Rehabilitation Project, which includes the removal and replacement of 2 tennis courts and fencing. Bid Documents may be obtained electronically beginning June 7, 2017 at courtbuilder@ameritech.net. Bids must be received on or before 2:00 PM, June 26, 2017, at the Park Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Administrative Office, 401 Thatcher Ave., River Forest, IL 60305 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. The Park District reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids, waive technicalities and select a bid that meets the specifications required by the Park District. All bidders must comply with applicable Illinois law requiring the payment of prevailing wages to all laborers, workers and mechanics, as determined by the Illinois Department of Labor, and the record keeping, submission and inspection requirements of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, including the requirement for submission of certified payroll records. All bidders must also comply with the Illinois statutory requirements regarding labor, including equal employment opportunity laws. A pre-bid conference will be held at the tennis courts on Thursday, June 22, 2017 at 10:00 AM. Michael J. Sletten, Executive Director River Forest Park District Published in Wednesday Journal 6/14/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D17151105 on June 6, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of V-MAC TECHNOLOGIES with the business located at: 3718 N. NORDICA, CHICAGO, IL 60634. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: JAIME A. CONSTANZA 3718 N. NORDICA CHICAGO, IL 60634. Published in Wednesday Journal 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/2017

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PUBLIC NOTICES

RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING ADOPTION OF THE PREVAILING WAGE ORDINANCE

WHEREAS, the State of Illinois has enacted “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics and other workers employed in any public works by the State, County, City or any public body or an political subdivision or by any one under contract for public works,” approved June 26, 1941 certified as amended, 820 ILCS 130/1 et seq. (1993), formerly Ill. Rev. Stat., Ch. 48, par. 39s-1 et seq., and WHEREAS, the aforesaid Act requires that the Board of Education of Forest Park School District No. 91 investigate and ascertain the prevailing rate of wages as defined in said Act for laborers, mechanics and other workers in the locality of said School District employed in performing construction of public works, for said School District. NOW THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Education of Forest Park School District No. 91, Cook County, State of Illinois: Section 1: To the extent and as required by “An Act regulating wages of laborers, mechanics and other workers employed in any public works by State, county, city or any public body or any political subdivision or by any one under contract for public works,” approved June 26, 1941, as amended, the general prevailing rate of wages in this locality for laborers, mechanics and other workers engaged in construction of public works coming under the jurisdiction of the District No. 91 Board of Education is hereby ascertained to be the same as the prevailing rate of wages for construction work in Cook County area as determined by the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois as of June 5, 2017, a copy of that determination being attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by reference. The definition of any terms appearing in this Ordinance which are also used in aforesaid Act shall be the same as in said Act. Section 2: Nothing herein contained shall be construed to apply said general prevailing rate of wages as herein ascertained to any work or employment except public works construction of the District No. 91 Board of Education to the extent required by the aforesaid Act. Section 3: The District No. 91 Board of Education shall publicly post or keep available for inspection by any interested party in the Administrative Office of the District No. 91 Board of Education this determination or any revisions of such prevailing rate of wage. Section 4: The District No. 91 Board of Education shall mail a copy of this determination to any employer, and to any association of employers and to any person or association of employees who have filed, or file their names and

addresses, requesting copies of any determination stating the particular rates and the particular class of workers whose wages will be affected by such rates.

Section 5: The District No. 91 Board of Education shall promptly file a certified copy of this Ordinance with both the Secretary of State Index Division, and the Department of Labor of the State of Illinois. Section 6: The District No. 91 Board of Education shall cause to be published in a newspaper of general circulation within the area a copy of this Ordinance, and such publication shall constitute notice that the determination is effective and that this is the determination of the Board of Education of Forest Park School District No. 91, Cook County, State of Illinois, and is effective. PASSED THIS 8TH DAY OF JUNE 2017 APPROVED:

Mary Win Connor President, Board of Education School District No. 91 County of Cook Forest Park, IL 60130 ATTEST:

Blake Harvey Secretary, Board of Education District No. 91 STATE OF ILLINOIS ) COUNTY OF COOK )

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I, Blake Harvey, do hereby certify, as Secretary in and for the Board of Education, Forest Park School District No. 91; that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the Resolution duly adopted by the Board of Education, Forest Park Public Schools, District No. 91, 424 Des Plaines Avenue, Forest Park, Cook County, Illinois, ascertaining the prevailing rate of wages for laborers, mechanics and other workmen employed in the public works construction of said school district, at a regular meeting held on June 8, 2017, which ordinance being a part of the public records of said school district.

Blake Harvey, Secretary Board of Education School District No. 91 County of Cook Forest Park, IL 60130

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LEGAL NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division. In re the marriage of Henryk Moskal, Petitioner and Urszula Moskal, Respondent, Case No. 2017D-01574. The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before July 10, 2017, default may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition. DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk.

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PUBLIC NOTICE PETITION FOR CHANGE OF NAME In the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, County Department, County Division. In the matter of the petition of PAULINE DOROTHY TURLOW for change of name to PAULINE TERLIKOWSKI, Case No. 2017CONC00049.

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Chertkow and Chertkow (22019) Attorneys for Petitioner 1525 East 53rd Street Chicago, Illinois 60615 STATE OF ILLINOIS) COUNTY OF COOK )ss Circuit Court of Cook County, County Department, Domestic Relations Division. In re the marriage of Marissa Perez,Petitioner and Martin Martinez Jimenez Respondent, Case No. 2017D-079730. The requisite affidavit for publication having been filed, notice is hereby given to you, the above named Respondent, that a Petition has been filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, by the Petitioner, for Dissolution of Marriage and for other relief; and that said suit is now pending. Now, therefore, unless you, the said Respondent, file your response to said Petition or otherwise make your appearance therein, in the Office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, Room 802, Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, in the City of Chicago, Illinois, on or before /bJuly 10, 2017, /rdefault may be entered against you at any time after that day, and a judgment for Dissolution of Marriage entered in accordance with the prayer of said Petition.

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Cal. No. 07-17-DRC: 1042 Chicago Avenue, Yuppie Puppy Dog Grooming Brent Showalter, Applicant and Owner of Subject Property, is requesting that a variation be granted from Section 7.7.15 (E) (7) (d) of the Sign Code of the Village of Oak Park, which section requires that under-canopy signs may not exceed two (2) square feet in size, to install a 12 square foot under-canopy sign advertising Yuppie Puppy Dog Grooming at the premises commonly known as 1042 Chicago Avenue. All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 14th Day of June, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 6/14/2017

The Board of Education of Oak Park Elementary School District 97 will hold a Public Hearing on Friday, June 23, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in the boardroom at the district’s administration building, which is located at 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois. The purpose of said hearing will be: To receive public comment on a proposed waiver application to allow District 97 to limit physical education with a licensed physical education teacher to 60 minutes per week for students in kindergarten through fifth grade. All students in kindergarten through fifth grade would participate in at least 15 minutes of physical activity education (PEA) with their homeroom teacher on days when students do not have a scheduled physical education class. To receive public comments on a proposed food service waiver that will permit competitive food sales in District 97’s two middle schools for the exclusive benefit of not-for-profit organizations in support of the district’s educational programs. Holly Spurlock, President Board of Education Oak Park Elementary School District 97

DOROTHY A. BROWN, Clerk.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Community Design Commission, acting as the Design Review Commission, of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday evening, June 28, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. in Room 101 of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter: Cal. No. 08-17-DRC: 1111 South Boulevard, Wild Onion Tied House Michael J. Kainz, Applicant, on behalf of Wild Onion Tied House, is requesting that variations be granted from Section 7-7-15 (D) (4) of the Sign Code of the Village of Oak Park, which section requires that wall signs shall not cover architectural features, to permit the installation of a wall sign on the north elevation of the building that would cover architectural features, and from Section 7-7-15 (D) (5) of the Sign Code of the Village of Oak Park, which section requires that walls signs shall not be permitted to rise above the second-story window sill line, to permit the installation of the same wall sign above the second-story window sill line at the premises commonly known as 1111 South Boulevard, Oak Park, IL.

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LEGAL NOTICE REMOVAL OF CERTAIN PROPERTIES FROM THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK’S GREATER DOWNTOWN TAX INCREMENT REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA

DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 14th Day of June, 2017

Pursuant to Section 4-5(c) of the Illinois Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act, 645 ILCS 5/11-74.4-5(c), notice is hereby given that the Village of Oak Park adopted Ordinance Number 17223 on June 5, 2017 removing the following properties from the Village’s Greater Downtown Tax Increment Redevelopment Project Area: (1) 1044 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301, Property Index Number (“P.I.N.”) 16-07-120-063-0000; (2) 1048 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301, P.I.N. 16-07-120-063-0000; (3) 140 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302, P.I.N. 16-07-400-0080000; and (4) 144 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302, P.I.N. 16-07-400-008-0000. A copy of Ordinance Number 17-223 is available at the Office of the Village of Clerk, Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302 between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449.

Notice is given you, the public, that on June 6, 2017, I have filed a Petition For Change of Name in this Court, asking the Court to change my present name of PAULINE DOROTHY TURLOW to the name of PAULINE TERLIKOWSKI. This case will be heard in courtroom 1702 on August 3, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. Published in Wednesday Journal 6/14, 6/21, 6/28/2017

LEGAL NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Community Design Commission, acting as the Design Review Commission, of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 7:15 p.m. in Room 101 of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter: Cal. No. 06-17-DRC: 1129 Lake Street, CSD Kurtzein LLC CSD Kurtzein LLC, by its Agent, Andy Stein, Applicant, is requesting that a variation be granted from Section 7-7-15 (C) (1) of the Sign Code of the Village of Oak Park, which section requires that permanent window signage shall occupy no more than twenty-five percent (25%) of the surface of each window area, to allow more than twenty-five (25%) window coverage for multiple window areas of Target’s lease space at the premises commonly known as 1129 Lake Street. All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by interested parties by contacting the Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 14th Day of June, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 6/14/2017

VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD Notice is hereby given by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Brookfield, Illinois that bid proposals will be received for the following projects: 2017 ASPHALT PATCHING PROJECT This project includes performing asphalt patching at various locations throughout the village. Sealed bids will be received by mail or other delivery up to the hour of 11:15 A.M. on Tuesday, June 27, 2017 in the Office of the Village Manager, 8820 Brookfield Avenue, Brookfield, Illinois 60513, and will be publicly opened and read at that time. Bids delivered in person will be accepted weekdays between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM only. Bidding documents are available at the office of Edwin Hancock Engineering Co., 9933 Roosevelt Road, Westchester, Illinois 60154, upon payment of a non-refundable charge of Thirty Dollars ($30.00) per set of bidding documents. No bidding documents will be issued after 4:30 P.M. on Friday, June 23, 2017. All bid proposals offered must be accompanied by a bid bond in an amount not be less than Five Percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid or a cashier’s check or certified check, made payable to the Order of the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Brookfield and in an amount not less than Five Percent (5%) of the total amount of the bid, as a guarantee that if the bid proposal is accepted, a contract will be entered into and the performance of the contract properly secured. No bid proposal shall be considered unless accompanied by such bid bond or check. Any bidder in doubt as to the true meaning of any part of the bidding documents may request an interpretation thereof from the Village. The bidder requesting the interpretation shall be responsible for its prompt delivery. The Contractor and Subcontractor shall comply with all regulations issued pursuant to Prevailing Wage Act (820 ILCS 130), and other applicable Federal Laws and regulations pertaining to labor standards. The Village of Brookfield reserves the rights to determine the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder, to waive irregularities, and to reject any or all bid proposals. BY ORDER THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, ILLINOIS Published in RB Landmark 6/14/2017

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CALIBER HOME LOANS, INC.; Plaintiff, vs. REGINALD WALKER; RHONDA WALKER; UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF TREASURY INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE; THE CITY OF CHICAGO; UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 14 CH 13870 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, July 6, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 1012 South 12th Avenue, Maywood, IL 60153. P.I.N. 15-15-204-015. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The

property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Eric Malnar at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Quintairos, Prieto, Wood & Boyer, P.A., 233 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 566-0040. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722436

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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-10501. 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. 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. I719145

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-OA5 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.ROBERT S. GOLDFINE, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, STATE OF ILLINOIS Defendants 2014 CH 0005062 906 COLUMBIAN AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 11, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 12, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 906 COLUMBIAN AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-06-227-011. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE

THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-13908. 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. 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. I721652

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, AS TRUSTEE FOR NOVASTAR MORTGAGE FUNDING TRUST, SERIES 2003-1, NOVASTAR HOME EQUITY LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-1 Plaintiff, -v.WILLIE J. ROBINS II, LETHA D. ROBINS, FILLMORE TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION Defendants 14 CH 03264 2101 S. 4TH AVENUE UNIT AB Maywood, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 19, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2101 S. 4TH AVENUE UNIT AB, Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-14-329-0280000 & 15-14-329-027-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $150,310.53. 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. 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

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BMO HARRIS BANK N.A. Plaintiff, -v.CARMICHAEL E. WASHINGTON, OAK PARK PLACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 16 CH 011262 420 S. HOME AVENUE UNIT #101N OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 7, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 14, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 420 S. HOME AVENUE UNIT #101N, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-07-324-0331001. The real estate is improved with a residence.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL, LLC; Plaintiff, vs. STEVEN SPEARS; TCF NATIONAL BANK, A NATIONAL BANKING ASSOCIATION; EDGEWOOD PLACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; Defendants, 16 CH 12877 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, July 5, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-11-211-018-1008. Commonly known as 419 Edgewood Place aka 419 Edgewood Place, Unit 2, River Forest, IL 60305. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g) (1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 16-019886 F2 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722347

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THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number C1387425. 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. 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. I721140

est 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. 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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: J. Gregory Scott, HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221717 Please refer to file number 2120-9898. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return

of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. 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. I720489

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.ALEJANDRA L. IBANEZ AKA ALEJANDRA IBANEZ, SERGIO HERNANDEZ, JR. AKA SERGIO HERNANDEZ, PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA-DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY-INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, STATE OF ILLINOIS-DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE, VILLAGE OF EVERGREEN PARK, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., PORTFOLIO RECOVERY ASSOCIATES LLC, EQUABLE ASCENT FINANCIAL, LLC, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, CAVALRY PORTFOLIO SERVICES LLC, THE EILEEN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION Defendants 15 CH 02864 1003 S. OAK PARK AVE. #4 OAK PARK, IL 60304 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 18, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1003 S. OAK PARK AVE. #4, OAK PARK, IL 60304 Property Index No. 16-18-315-0601004. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $232,206.09. Sale terms: 25% down of the high-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NA, SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR WAMU MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-HY6 TRUST Plaintiff, vs. PAUL WICKLOW, MELISSA A. WICKLOW, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA FOR THE BENEFIT OF INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants, 15 CH 9733 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on August 18, 2016 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, July 10, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-07-206-004-0000. Commonly known as 308 N. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I722766 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE, IN TRUST FOR REGISTERED HOLDERS OF LONG BEACH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2004-5,

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To Advertise your Mortgage Rates, call Mary Ellen Nelligan: 708/613-3342 ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2004-5, Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL L. ALLISON, JR., TERESA ALLISON, LVNV FUNDING LLC AS ASSIGNEE OF ARROW FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Defendants 16 CH 5027 1245 S. 11TH AVE. Maywood, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 20, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 24, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1245 S. 11TH AVE., Maywood, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-15-217-0070000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $114,882.05. 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. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at

the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710 Please refer to file number 16-3398. 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. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com Attorney File No. 16-3398 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 16 CH 5027 TJSC#: 37-3960 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. I721303 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, AS TRUSTEE OF

STANWICH MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST A Plaintiff, -v.JOHNNIE WATSON, LAQUILLA HARDMAN, JOHNNIE NELSON WATSON, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS– DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE Defendants 16 CH 014770 1218 N. AUSTIN BLVD. OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 21, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on July 24, 2017, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive–24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1218 N. AUSTIN BLVD., OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-127-0300000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer,

and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-13-21664. 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. 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. I721777

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“Hard work really does pay off when you need it to.” MAEVE NELSON OPRF shortstop

Nelson fueled by championship mentality OPRF star shortstop is making her mark as one of school’s best By PATRICK SKRINE

Contributing Reporter

field of flowers represents the athletes at Oak Park and River Forest High School, one of the most prestigious athletic schools in the state of Illinois. In this field, there are flashy and rare flowers that stand taller than the rest. Rising senior Maeve Nelson is this rare “flower,” blossoming in elegant style. As a three-sport athlete at OPRF, Nelson has played a particularly pivotal role in the Huskies winning back-to-back Class 4A softball state championships. She is the engine that’s drives the team, and the leader—by example on and off the field—that her teammates have wisely followed. Nelson delivers the same way Kobe Bryant did on the hardwood: frequently. While Kobe is known historically for his “Mamba Mentality,” Nelson could be dubbed, “Maeve Mentality.” Maeve has a fierce mindset, and her “mentality” is the reason why she shows up on the stat sheet almost automatically. She is clutch, competitive and driven—not only by last year’s title run, but also by her older sisters and parents, who have paved a path of success that she is motivated to follow. The Nelson family has excelled athletically at OPRF for several decades. Nelson’s parents—Scott Nelson and Ellen Mullarkey—were both decorated athletes during their time at OPRF in the 1980s. Scott was a standout baseball player for the Huskies as a four-year starter. He was part of many all-conference and all-state teams, proving he was very qualified for the next level. Scott played in the minor league systems for several

Major League Baseball teams, and ultimately started his own baseball/softball academy called STRIKES in Bellwood. Ellen starred in volleyball and basketball at OPRF. Her picture is on the Wall of Fame outside the fieldhouse at the school. She played college volleyball at the University of Iowa. Nelson’s parents have worked tirelessly to ingrain a solid work ethic not only in Maeve but her siblings as well. Older sisters Kiley (University of Illinois volleyball) and Allie (Kansas University volleyball) flourished in sports at OPRF as well and now both play college volleyball. Maeve is beyond grateful for their guidance along the way. “Having Kiley and Allie as older sisters has helped me more than I can even try to explain,” Nelson said. “They’re my best friends. They not only inspire me every day to be my best self, but they have really given me a clear cut path of what it takes to succeed. Nelson is forever indebted in her sisters. From an early age, she has aspired to be like them. “Ever since I was younger, I’ve always wanted to be just like them whether it was reading the same books or climbing on the monkey bars together,” Nelson said. “Every choice they’ve made I have followed because I want to be just like them. Since they made the choice to dedicate themselves to being successful, so did I.” Nelson’s success is no secret either. As the anchor of OPRF softball offensively and defensively, she led the team in home runs (12) and RBIs (61) this season. She also hit .514 with 60 runs scored, .603 on-base percentage and .963 slug-

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FULL NELSON: A Northwestern commit, Nelson is one of the best all-around players in the country. ging percentage. Nelson credits her sisters for her success. “Success has come because I’m always trying to catch them since they’re a few years older,” Nelson said. “I’m ahead of people my age thanks to their example. Aside from athletics, they’ve given me never-ending support and love. As long as I have their approval, I know I’m doing something right.” While family’s approval is evident, the Oak Park community has embraced Nelson as one of the greatest athletes in the history of the school. She’s been the best position player on the two-time reigning state champs, who capped off their glorious 74-3 run the past two seasons with a riveting 1-0 win against LincolnWay East in the Class 4A final on Saturday in Peoria. “I’ve always played up with older people but now that I’m an upperclassman, I’ve accepted and embraced a leadership role,” she said. “My batting average and the plays I make at shortstop aren’t as important as the team’s success. “I have been on the team three years now, so I have to take the perspective I have and help out the younger girls. Next season, I hope to further combine my leadership skills and my play on the field to have a great senior year.” Nelson considers her seventh inning triple in last year’s championship game and subsequent celebration with her teammates the best moments of her life. “Playing a great sport for this great school is a privilege,” Nelson said. “I love the friendships OPRF softball has given me. I know the girls I’ve met will be my friends for life. I’ve learned so much about myself from my experience at this school and from my teammates.” Nelson grew up playing softball with her teammates. “Last year’s team was really special because I grew up with everyone on the team,” said Nelson. “When we were ten-years-old, our parents talked about the stacked lineup we would have in high school in the future. I achieved a lifelong dream by winning a state championship with my best friends. That feeling is something that can’t be explained. “This years’ roster is similar to last year,” Nelson added. “We get along very well and have fun together. We have an unreal amount of talent with girls that know what it takes to win.” “Maeve Mentality” allowed Nelson to rope that triple into the outfield last year. “Hard work really does pay off when you need it to,” Nelson said. “When I tied up the game last year, I felt like all of the hours I put into softball were for moments like that

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Girardot excels as two-way star for Huskies Precocious sophomore hit team-high .603 and played flawless defense

OPRF certainly should be in the conversation as a 4A title contender next year based on their returning players. Second baseman Fiona Girardot, a junior next season, provides a major cause for optimism. Coupled with shortstop Maeve Nelson, they comprise the best middle infield in the state. Stepping right in as a freshman starter at second base, Girardot made a seamless adjustment to high school softball with her smooth defensive ability and powerful bat. “All the girls on varsity were very welcoming and we established really great chemistry,” she said. This season, Girardot hit a teambest .603 with six home runs, 59 RBIs, 11 stolen bases and .615 onbase percentage. Her 50-game hitting streak was halted by a diving defensive play in the 4A final. Girardot, who will play college softball at Wisconsin, is not new to success. Her love for softball was firmly established during her little league days. Girardot played on a FIONA GIRARDOT River Forest 10U team that won a OPRF second baseman state championship. “Winning that state championship motivated me to keep playing softball,” Girardot said. “I loved playing with such a great group of girls.” Girardot also credits watching her older brother, Jack, who played baseball at OPRF as a source of motivation. Girardot began playing softball as a pitcher but soon realized it wasn’t a good fit for her. She decided to become a middle infielder and has blossomed into an elite second baseman at OPRF. During the offseason, Girardot will work on improving her defensive skills. She spends much of her time practicing with her dad, John, and playing on her travel team where she plays shortstop. “Offense is the strongest part of my game,” said Girardot, “but defense is more important.” With Nelson and Girardot entrenched in the heart of the lineup plus burgeoning stars like Olivia Glass and Nellie Kamenitsa-Hale, OPRF should be fine offensively next season. Nelson, Girardot, and centerfielder Kamenitsa-Hale should stabilize the defense as well. Although it’s impossible to replace a pitcher like Harris, the combination of Taylor Divello and Julia Youman will be called on to anchor the Huskies’ new-look rotation. Whether OPRF wins a third straight state title or evolves into a full-fledged dynasty remains to be seen, but Girardot undoubtedly will be a key player in the Huskies’ success for two more seasons.

“Offense is the strongest part of my game, but defense is more important.”

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OPRF second baseman Fiona Girardot hit .603 with six home runs, 59 RBIs and a .615 on-base percentage. By EUGENE WHITE

Contributing Reporter

fter Oak Park and River Forest High School pitcher Chardonnay Harris struck out Lincoln-Way East third baseman Lexi Krause to record the last out of a 2-1 win in the Class 4A state final, the Huskies stormed the pitcher’s circle to celebrate. For about half of the varsity players, the victory against Lincoln-Way East marked the last time they will play a game together.

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Unparalleled talent from page 36 at OPRF, Myers took the job as head coach at Auburn University and continued recruiting Harris. That December, she verbally committed to Auburn. “I remember we were taking a golf cart through campus and I committed on the spot,” Harris said. “[Myers] told me, ‘you work on the mental stuff and we can work on the physical stuff when you get here.’” Harris already had a good start working on her mental toughness, as she missed most of her freshman campaign due to injury. After fracturing her leg while starting for OPRF’s varsity basketball team, Harris was eager to prove herself to the varsity softball team.

Over the past two seasons, OPRF has amassed a 74-3 record with two state titles. That’s Harlem Globetrotters against the Washington Generals good, in terms of an extremely lopsided won/loss ledger. Based on the last two remarkable seasons and the harsh reality OPRF will lose a bevy of talented players (notably Harris), the Huskies deserve some time to truly enjoy their accomplishments. Once next spring rolls around, however, the inevitable question will be asked. Can the Huskies three-peat?

Unfortunately within days of the boot coming off, the injury bug struck again. Harris had tendonitis in her throwing arm. “Being injured was frustrating,” Harris said. “As a pitcher, you don’t get a play off, but I think sitting helped a lot in the long run. Watching the older girls let me get a feel for varsity early.” The results speak for themselves. Harris was named first team All-State as a sophomore, made second team as a junior and was named Illinois Gatorade Softball Player of the Year as a senior. Not to mention she was nearly unhittable in the Huskies’ quest to repeat as state champions. When Harris heads south to Auburn to begin the next chapter of her softball career, she won’t forget the one that just ended. “This isn’t how I planned it, but I’m so happy with the results,” Harris said. “More important than championships, softball has given me friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime.”

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OPRF senior catcher Mariah Scott approaches home plate after her game-winning solo home run in the top of the seventh Class 4A Finals. OPRF edged Lincoln-Way East 1-0.

OPRF SOFTBALL Twice as nice from page 35 “I knew I hit the sweet spot and I just took off as fast as I could,” Scott said about her home run. “I heard everyone screaming and I knew it was gone.” Kolbusz has seen Scott growth in his catcher the last two seasons. He has had faith in Scott through the good times and bad. “She hits the ball very well. When she’s off, she doesn’t hit the ball very well and she gets down on herself,” Kolbusz said. “But she got her pitch (against LincolnWay East) and that thing cleared the fence by 40 or 50 feet surely.” Saturday’s 4A final at the EastSide Centre in Peoria was dominated in the pitching circle as both pitchers combined for 27 strikeouts, two walks and four hits allowed. DePaul commit Alex Storako allowed just one with 11 strikeouts, but Kolbusz knew he had the winning card in his hand. “Their pitcher was awesome, just terrific,” he said. “But I thought mine was a little bit better.” Chardonnay Harris threw eight shutout innings in relief during the Huskies’ state championship victory in 2016. And 364 days later, she added one more to the trophy case. Harris fanned 16 of the 21 outs she recorded in a complete game, one-hit effort. Once Scott blasted the ball over the center field fence, Harris had a feeling she was go-

ing to be hoisting some hardware. appeared poised to win a second straight “I watch the pitcher every time she state championship. throws, and I had a feeling Mariah Defending the crown is no was going to do something,” Harris easy task, and Kolbusz acsaid. knowledged as much after It may have seemed like Harris the game. hit the gas pedal a little harder in “Every game is hard, once the bottom of the seventh, but she you get down here,” he said. knows that she has been flooring it “Winning state last year since there was snow on the ground. doesn’t take away from how “Since the start of the season, all we approach each game this the way to this game, I’ve had this year,” OPRF senior Sydney Babbington said. “We don’t team the whole time,” she said. “I take any team for granted.” knew in that moment there was no Luckily, the game seems reason to even let up.” MARIAH SCOTT to slow down for OPRF when The accolades are aplenty for HarOPRF catcher their star pitcher, Harris, is ris, but one that may reign supreme in the pitcher’s circle. is the praise she has earned from “When we can get ahead one of the best coaches in Illinois with Chardonnay pitching, softball history. it puts a lot of pressure on “Chardonnay’s just awesome,” the other team,” Kolbusz said. “The other Kolbusz said regarding his star pitcher. team already figures they’ll have a tough “We had a great lineup behind her and have time scoring with Chardonnay pitching. played well defensively all year, but she’s When we get ahead, it puts more pressure the best pitcher I’ve ever had.” Harris will be an Auburn Tiger once the on our opponent.” fall semester gets underway, but one thing Predictably, Harris didn’t disappoint is for certain: She will always be an OPRF with yet another complete-game victory, Huskie. this time against Barrington. She allowed “I love high school. I know everyone says one run and two hits with no walks and 10 that, but I feel like I’ve just had a different strikeouts. experience,” Harris said. “To go back-toPrior to the state semifinals, the inimiback, with these girls and the ones before, table Harris tossed two perfect games this it’s just been a dream come true.” postseason. Harris’ remarkable work coupled with OPRF bounces Barrington in state semis a balanced offense including hitting stars like Fiona Girardot, Olivia Glass (.356, 4 After a 5-1 win over Barrington in the 4A HR, 38 RBIs), Allison Smart (.341, 19 RBIs), state semifinals, Kolbusz and the Huskies

“I knew I hit the sweet spot and I just took off as fast as I could.”

Babbington, Maeve Nelson, and Kamenista-Hale (.464, 11 SB), it quickly becomes obvious why OPRF has been virtually unbeatable this spring. Harris is a tremendous hitter, too. Other contributors to the Huskies’ this season include Annie-Deamer Nagle, Paige Ross, Katie O’Shea, Abra Kaplan and Megan Krikau. In addition to Harris, OPRF had pitching depth with senior Emma Cekander and promising underclassmen Taylor Divello and Julia Youman. “We have a pretty good pitching combination with Chardonnay and Emily,” Scott said. “There’s a lot of pressure for those two to pitch their best every game, but they get the job done and do it very well. The keys to our success this season were good coaching, pitching and hitting. And we just played as a team every single game.” Against Barrington, the scoring opened in the top of the second inning on a single Scott single, plating Girardot (1-for-3, run scored). Babbington ripped a solo home run in the third, and Glass (1-for-2, 2 RBIs) knocked in two with an RBI double in the sixth to provide more than offense for OPRF. Barrington starting pitcher Catherine McMahon (25-3) allowed four runs (two earned), five hits, a walk and struck out seven in 5 2/3 innings of work. Leyden Atlas and Tori Meyer had a hit each against Harris. Barrington, which finished with a 37-4 record, bounced back to beat Marist 7-6 in nine innings in the third-place game at the state tournament.

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that, but I feel like I’ve just had a different experience. To go back-to- back, with these girls and the ones before, it’s just been a n the 148-year history of Major League dream come true.” This season, Harris went 19-0 with a 0.29 Baseball, no pitcher has thrown a perfect ERA, 18 complete games and 14 shutouts game more than once. in 118.2 innings pitched. She allowed seven Oak Park and River Forest High runs (five earned) while walking nine batSchool softball pitcher Chardonnay Harters and striking out 233. ris has thrown two perfect games. But Harris’ softball skill became apparThis postseason. ent long before she donned the Huskies’ The Auburn-bound southpaw served as orange and blue. both the Huskies’ unquestioned ace and After starting with Oak Park driving force behind OPRF’s tee ball, Harris began playing IHSA Class 4A back-to-back travel ball for the Oak Park state state championships. Windmills when she was 8. Even “Chardonnay’s just awethen, she impressed opponents some,” OPRF coach Mel Koland fans alike. busz said regarding his star If Harris wasn’t mowing pitcher. “We had a great lineup down the opposition’s bats, she behind her and have played was holding down first base well defensively all year, but with ease. she’s the best pitcher I’ve ever “I remember doing the splits had.” to catch my teammates’ throws Harris pitched for the Husand I wouldn’t think much of kies this past Saturday against it, but the people in the stands Lincoln-Way East at the EastCHARDONNAY HARRIS would be going crazy,” Harris Side Centre in East Peoria. OPRF senior said. Harris was spectacular yet In fact, Harris was so good at again as she went the distance such a young age that she when and one-hit the Griffins while she was in the seventh grade, striking out 16 of the 22 batthen-Arizona State University coach Clint ters she faced. Myers invited her to Tempe for a softball Thanks to Harris’ dominance, the camp. Huskies needed only one run to defeat the “I loved it,” Harris said. “Once I was Griffins for their second state title in two there I was like, ‘OK, give me a uniform years. now!’” “It was fantastic,” Harris said. “RepeatThe summer before her freshman year ing as state champions as a senior? It’s something I’ll never forget. See HARRIS on page 34 “I love high school. I know everyone says

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“I love high school. I know everyone says that, but I feel like I’ve just had a different experience.”

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OPRF senior Chardonnay Harris graduated this year as the greatest pitcher in program history. Hitting .524 with seven home runs and 51 RBIs, she’s also an elite hitter.

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