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September 12, 2018 Vol. 39, No. 6 ONE DOLLAR @oakpark @wednesdayjournal

Big price tag for OPRF facilities plan

The first 3 of 5 phases of 10-year plan to cost estimated $145M By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

For the first time since it formed in August 2017 to develop a long-term master facilities plan at Oak Park and River Forest High School, the Imagine OPRF working

group has released hard cost estimates and a draft 10-year master plan. The plan is divided into five different “sequences” that would allow it “to be implemented flexibly over a 6-10 year period,” according to documentation released by Imagine OPRF on Sunday. “The sequences are designed to enable [the] school to function during construction, to have facilities reasonably whole during periods between sequences, and to allow pauses between some sequences to give students, faculty and staff respite be-

tween construction projects,” according to the documentation. Cost estimates are only available for the first three construction sequences, which cover a four-year schedule. The estimated cost of the projects within those first three sequences totals roughly $145 million. During an interview on Sept. 9, a day before they were scheduled to present the plan to the District 200 school board, Imagine OPRF co-chairs Lynn Kamenitsa and Mike Poirier explained why the group did not provide cost estimates beyond the first three sequences.

“We do not have cost estimates for sequences four and five because they’re further down the road,” Kamenitsa said. “There are a lot of things that can change between now and then; not only in terms of what the costs might be, but in terms of the plan. A master plan is a living document. This is the best we have right now.” According to Imagine OPRF documents, the cost estimates for the first three sequences of the draft plan were derived from See XXX on page 13

Economy Shop marks a century of super deals Popular resale business also still benefits local charities By MICHELLE DYBAL

Contributing Reporter

hoppers carry their new-found treasures in bundles, some filled with clothing, one tote stuffed with jigsaw puzzles. They exchange stories. ”I once got a book marked $75 for $2,” says one man. They bring craft supplies and pillow cases and dishes and watches and toys and electronics to the volunteers in each of 16 organized rooms to pay for their finds on this first sale of the season on Sept. 6. It’s a special day because it marks the start of the Economy Shop’s 100th Anniversary Celebration. The Economy Shop was started in April 1919 by women who saw a need for items no longer needed to be sold See ECONOMY SHOP on page 15

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

BARGAIN HUNTERS: Customers shop in the Warehouse Department of the Economy Shop. There are 16 departments with more than 10,000 items, all obtained through donations.

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I N S I D E

R E P O R T

Trainor, Haismans to receive Ulyssean Award

ity among gun rights supporters. The Senior Citizens Center of Oak For five years, Janet Haisman adPark-River Forest will honor Wednesday ministered the local Holiday Food Journal columnist Ken Trainor and and Gift Basket program which collongtime volunteers Bob and Janet Haislected donations and distributed them man with their annual Ulyssean Award to hundreds of local families in need. at the 15th annual dinner on Friday, Bob is on the board of the Food Sept. 28. Pantry, headquartered at First Trainor’s long career United Church of Oak Park. as a community journalA retired high school social ist includes 28 years with studies teacher, he served in Wednesday Journal Inc. and the local chapter of the Illinois approximately 1,600 columns Education Association and penned in the Forest Park as statewide president of the Review, Chicago Parent IEA for six years, representing magazine, and Wednesday 130,000 members. Currently, he Journal, as well as newspahas been very active with the pers in Ft. Collins, Colorado KEN TRAINOR Democratic Party of Oak Park. and Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Both are leaders in First In selecting Trainor for the United’s “Faith in Action” award, the Senior Center organization, tackling issues such as cited his ability to “observe, record, gun violence, education, refugee settleanalyze and educate” in a wide range of ment and efforts to reach across Austin areas. He has been named “best columBoulevard. nist” by the Illinois Press Association The award is named after Ulysses, four times. legendary hero of Homer’s “Odyssey,” An Oak Park native and graduate of whose spirit was captured by the poet Ascension Elementary School, his comTennyson, when he wrote, “’Tis not too munity involvement includes Project late to seek a newer world.” Unity, a group dedicated to increased The dinner will be held at Brookdale interracial understanding and interacPlaza, 1111 Ontario St., on Sept. 28. For tion, and Gun Responsibility Advocates, reservations and more information, call which works to reduce gun violence by 708-848-5251. supporting common-sense gun regulation and promoting greater responsibil-

Mulata cafe gets liquor license

Mulata, the forthcoming restaurant from the owner of the former Taste of Brazil restaurant, is poised to open and now will have alcohol to serve. The Oak Park Board of Trustees approved the liquor license for the new restaurant planned for 136 N. Oak Park Ave. Owner Christiane Pereira told trustees that she aims to open the restaurant at the beginning of October. “We’ve had a few opening dates,” she joked with the board, noting the work she’s done with architects and subcontractors over the last several months. “It’s been a lot of work, but we’re about to wrap it up,” she said. Pereira told Wednesday Journal in

ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer

May that the restaurant will have some of the same dishes found at Taste of Brazil, but will feature coffee, sandwiches, baked empanadas and Brazilian-style pies.

Mutt strut A group from Canine Crusaders hang out with their dogs wearing matching costumes last Saturday, during the 3rd annual Animal Care League’s Mutt Strut at Maple Park in Oak Park. Participants walk their dogs across the finish line

Timothy Inklebarger

Excited yet?

The Oak Park and River Forest High School Parent Connection is holding a Back to School Rally on Saturday, Sept. 15, noon to 2:30 p.m., on the OPRF campus, 201 Scoville Ave. There will be refreshments, music, games, a community and school resource fair, giveaways and a special presentation by motivational speaker and author Jonathan Banks. For more info about the event, or to RSVP, call Latonia Jackson at 708-434-3008 or email her at ljackson@ oprfhs.org by Sept. 12.

Michael Romain

Correction The story “Author, library board member could run for mayor” in the Sept. 5 edition of Wednesday Journal misidentified the position of Mary Anne Mohanraj. She is an English professor and affiliate faculty in Global Asian Studies at University of Illinois Chicago.

In our Artbeat column on Aug. 22 [Switchback comes home to FitzGerald’s], reports of the nightclub’s sale were greatly exaggerated. Bill FitzGerald still owns the longtime Berwyn institution. Wednesday Journal regrets the errors.

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Sept. 12 - 19

BIG WEEK Oaktoberfest Friday, Sept. 14, 4 to 10 p.m., and Saturday, Sept. 15, Noon to 10 p.m., Downtown Oak Park: Enjoy live music a Kids’ Root Beer Garden, craft beer, wine and local food favorites. Free admission. More: oaktoberfest.net. Marion St. and North Blvd., south of Lake St.

A Play + A Pint: “Art”

Hemingway Tennis Outing

“What’s Wrong With You!”

Saturday, Sept. 15, 4 to 7 p.m., Oak Park Country Club: Some days the racket can be mightier than the pen. Event includes tennis drills, racquet demos, taco bar, margaritas and raffle all to support Foundation programming. Rain date Sept. 22. $100, tennis and dinner; $40, dinner only. Cash bar. Tickets: hemingwaybirthplace.com/2018-programs-events. 2001 Thatcher Ave., River Grove.

Threats to Voter Rights: What’s at Stake

Wednesday, Sept. 19, 4 to 5 p.m., Veterans Room, Main Library: Hear from author Omar Yamini talk about his book subtitled What You, Your Children, and Our Students Need to Know About My 15-Year Imprisonment from Age 20-35. More: oppl.org/ calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

“Life Itself” Monday, Sept. 17, 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Veterans Room, Main Library: Join Doug Deuchler for a screening and discussion of the 2014 Roger Ebert documentary. Other biographical documentaries in the series: ■ Sept. 24: ”Iris” ■ Oct. 1: “Rosenwald” ■ Oct. 8: “Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story” ■ Oct. 22: “I Am Not Your Negro” ■ Oct 29: “RBG” More: oppl.org/calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Sunday, Sept. 16, 2 p.m., Hamburger Mary’s: Oak Park Festival Theatre’s monthly play reading delves into opinions over a white painting and how old friendships can be tested over it. Admission includes beverage and show. Doors open two hours prior for early-bird seating and dining. Tickets/more: oakparkfestival.com/4216-2. $12. 155 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park.

…And The Beat Goes On. Spend a day celebrating Val! Val Camilletti meant so much to so many people. This Sunday, Sept.16 at FitzGerald's, we will be celebrating Val's life with stories, music, and photos. The gathering begins at 3 p.m. with the official kick off at 4 p.m. with comments from hosts Steve Parker and Terri Hemmert. There will be live music throughout the day and into the evening with opportunities for others to share their stories of Val. We will also be featuring Val’s favorite New Orleans food courtesy of Tom Cimms. All are welcome - come celebrate the life of this extraordinary person. Visit club website for full line-up & schedule. FitzGerald’s; 6615 Roosevelt Rd, Berwyn; 708-788-2118.

Monday, Sept. 17, 7 to 8:30 p.m., Veterans Room, Main Library: The OPRF League of Women Voters has assembled an expert panel to discuss the following at a community forum: determining if voter suppression is an issue in Illinois, understanding the threat of voter suppression, clarifying voter eligibility in communities and encouraging voter turnout. More: lwvoprf.org. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Authors on Tap Tuesday, Sept. 18, 7 p.m., BeerShop: Rebecca Makkai is in conversation with Augustus Rose as they discuss Makkai’s new novel of friendship and redemption in the face of tragedy and loss set in 1980s Chicago and contemporary Paris. Makkai previously won the Novel of the Year Award from the Chicago Writers Association. Rose is a novelist and screenwriter and teaches fiction writing at the University of Chicago. In conjunction with The Book Table. 1026 North Blvd.

Art in the Village The Biff & Yubbie Show Reception Friday Sept. 14, 6 to 9 p.m., Compound Yellow: See new works by Oak Park artists Michael Dain and Elizabeth BurkeDain. Dain’s illuminated sculptures represent a lifelong fascination with high- and low-technology, light, shadow, and form, while BurkeDain’s site-specific installation creates a visual cohesion and playful counterbalance to the geometric structuralism of Dain’s work. More: compoundyellow.com/#/biff-yubbie-show-1. To view the show after the opening by appointment: eburkedain@gmail.com. 244 Lake St., Oak Park.

Pieces Lead to Peace Reception Sunday, Sept. 16, 2 to 4 p.m. Art Gallery, Main Library: See Susan Elster Jones’ art featuring pieced quilts with modern improvisational approaches and mixed-media. Through Sept. 29. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WARP) Class Register now. Starts Thursday, Sept. 27, 7 to 9 p.m., NAMI: WARP is a self-designed prevention and wellness process to get well, stay well. Identify upsetting events and warning signs, then use wellness tools to develop action plans for responding. Brought by National Alliance for Mental Illness Metro Suburban. Free eight-week course. Register: eventbrite.com/o/ national-alliance-for-mental-illness-metro-suburban-affiliate-3180311428. 814 Harrison St., Oak Park.

On the Road with T Bone Burnett: Stories, Music & Movies Saturday, Sept. 15, 7:30 p.m., Performing Arts Center, Dominican University: Accompanied by guitar, film clips and stories, T Bone covers everything from collaborating with music’s biggest stars to his love of Americana and his work in film. $40 – $45. Tickets: events.dom.edu/t-bone-burnett. 7900 W. Division St., River Forest. w

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ART BEAT

Henry Fogel Presents…

A full-hearted, funny monologue about resiliency

Evenings of Great Music and Conversation

By DOUG DEUCHLER

a series of four solo performances titled, “Power of One,” created by Megan Wells and Scott Jones. The second show in the sequence, The Things They Carried, adapted ’ll cut to the chase. I seldom mention the from the acclaimed chronicle by Vietnam cost of tickets to a production although War veteran Tim O’Brien, performed by that information is always included Jim Stovall, will be presented in October. with my review. But this time I shall call Director Megan Wells says each of the attention to it because I think it’s such four solo productions about courage are a good deal. Admission to the one-woman stimulating and show Big Giant rewarding. Love at Madison Muldoon, an inStreet Theatre is spirational speaker, just $15. storyteller, and This wonderHollywood actress ful new work for several decades, is written and has no difficulty performed by connecting with the Maureen Mulaudience in this indoon, an actress timate performance who presents a space. She’s quirky very heartfelt, and amusing, often touching and often hilarious Photo provided sharing difficult stories from her monologue that THE HUMAN SPIRIT: Maureen Muldoon stars in background. goes back and the one-person show ‘Big Giant Love’ at Madison “I’m sort of a forth in time Street Theatre, Oak Park. baby,” she confides but is always early on. She tells fascinating and about how mean kids bullied and badgered uplifting. Muldoon is strongly directed her to jump off the high dive in their local by Megan Wells, who helps this talented swimming pool. She makes up songs when actress realize her authentic voice. The she is unsure of what to do or say. When autobiographical show makes for a very she’s bombarded with distressing mental delightful evening. pictures, she simply shakes her head “like Wikipedia says Muldoon was born in an Etch-A-Sketch” to make the image go 1966, which puts her at 52 years old. Yet in away. her jeans and pony tail she’s very credible We don’t learn a lot of her family backplaying her teenage self and even younger. ground except that it was a busy family and Muldoon has an impressive range. She’s she had lots of siblings. Music is a theme expressive, with a level of intimacy that and her Irish father would sing “Danny makes you almost feel she’s talking directly Boy” when he was drunk, while her mother to you. often played old record albums of Broadway Before the show begins, as the audience settles into their seats in the intimate Black show tunes. Her brothers made up hilarious dirty lyrics. Muldoon says it was “like Box space on the east side of Madison being raised in a dysfunctional musical.” Street Theatre, a few pieces of furniture When she was a child, her mother often are visible, suggesting a Midwest suburban worried Maureen was “in her own little home. There is also a hand-made sign outworld.” In her elementary school years, the side one of her children’s bedroom doors nuns told her to “button her lips” and not that announces a “Pansexual Transgender” be so bold. Judgmental, nosey church ladies individual resides there. This is what trigwere critical of her as she was growing up. gers the frank, seemingly effortless flow Her mother died when Maureen was a teen. of dialogue that makes up this brave piece Big Giant Love, a dynamic solo perforof dramatic work, which is an hour-long mance by Maureen Muldoon, is strongly exploration of the outcomes when a child performed and directed. I was expecting changes gender. One-person shows are nothing new. Many this autobiographical work to be ponderous and sad but it’s not. It’s full of humor and have been quite successful over the years. warmth, while showing the resilience and Sometimes they bring to life well-known strength of the human spirit. figures from literature or history, such See “Big Giant Love” at Madison Street as Emily Dickinson, Clarence Darrow or Mark Twain. Other solo performances pres- Theatre, Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m., and ent an individual’s personal story; the actor Sundays, 3 p.m., through Sept. 23. $15. Tickets: mstoakpark.com/productions. may be well-known or may not. 1010 Madison St., Oak Park. Madison Street Theatre is inaugurating

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ast week, we offered some hands-on tips in getting to know your dog, advice that works with dogs of all ages. Now we’re going to provide a little more age-specific advice, and we’ll start at the beginning: puppies. Really, is there anything better than a puppy? A small, furry ball of energy and wonder that can barely contain his or her enthusiasm when you first meet? A force of nature with a wagging tail so strong it could power a city block? A lapfriendly baby that crawls into your arms, licks your face and snuggles in for a Netflix-binge nap that confirms your very existence? An always-happy scamp that leaves a trail of pee everywhere he goes? That running and jumping boundary-tester that chews on everything within reach?

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OK, those last two—not to mention the constant need for attention, the detailed care requirements and more—bring us all back to reality a bit. Sure, puppies are adorable and fun but let’s fact it, they’re also a lot of work. But if you put in the time to train them and make sure to observe their habits, you’ll be at the onset of an amazing relationship.

with Jill Showalter

Let puppies be puppies Like small children, puppies are filled with curiosity and wonderment. Everything is new. They smell everything, hear everything and see everything. Think about the first time your puppy saw himself in a mirror or heard the vacuum cleaner. Now, think about their reaction. Finally, think about your reaction to their reaction. That’s the most important part—how you react to their nervousness or curiosity when

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they encounter new things. A puppy isn’t naturally scared by fireworks. Sure, the noise may scare her the first time but dogs with long-term fears of noise, whether it’s the kid down the street blowing off M-80s or the thunder from last night’s storm, probably learned that behavior from their owners. If you sealed off the house and baby-talked your dog into a calm state the very first time he hears a little Fourth of July revelry, you’ve established a pattern that loud noises are bad and something to be feared. If you talk your dog through it, reassure her that she’ll be OK and allow her to adapt to the noise without treating her like, well, a puppy, she’ll probably be OK. And it’s not just loud noises. This approach works with other cliched dog behaviors, too, like non-stop barking at the mail carrier, a strong dislike of people with a certain trait or characteristic, whether it’s children, older men or people wearing hats. Your dog follows your cue so the more you remain calm, the more likely they’ll remain calm as

That doesn’t mean they’ll like everything. And it certainly doesn’t mean they have to tolerate everything either. In fact, it’s your responsibility as the owner to make sure others respect your dog’s boundaries. If your friend won’t tell her three-year-old daughter that your dog doesn’t like being held by the nose, go ahead and say something. We all know of the potential bad outcomes when dog’s get scared or annoyed. You’ll be helping your dog, your friend’s daughter and probably your relationship.

Expected and unexpected behaviors Some of the things that make puppies so endearing are the same things that can drive you crazy. The small, little love-bites that seem cute and harmless can become a source of annoyance and even pain as they get older. Puppies have sharp teeth so when they chew on things, whether it’s your finger or your iPhone case, they can do some damage. That’s why it’s important to make sure they have something to chew on at all times. Like your own child when she was teething, puppies find comfort in chewing. It helps reduce the pain they feel as their tiny teeth begin emerging in their mouths. In some cases, chewing and biting are natural behaviors. When you puppies and dogs play, you notice the constant nipping at each other’s faces. It’s just what they do. But they should do that to each other, not to you. If you let your puppy get away with it, don’t be surprised when he chews up the shoes you left on the floor. And don’t be surprised if you see a tooth in their food or stuck in a toy. They lose their baby teeth, just like children. Whether or not you want to provide them with a little spending money via the tooth fairy is entirely up to you. Puppies can cause some serious damage to your furniture if they have access to all rooms of the house at all times. Like children, they shouldn’t be left unsupervised. We’ll continue our look at puppies next week, starting with what to do with them when you’re not home. Hint: The cage is your friend. Believe it or not, it’s your puppy’s friend, too, but more on that next week. Jill Showalter owns Yuppie Puppy and Doggie Day Play in Oak Park. She has personally tended to more than 100,000 dogs since 2007 and has shared stories and advice with numerous dog owners.

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Oberweis Ice Cream to close in Oak Park

Lease renewal is the culprit, according to company’s president By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

It was an almost 20-year run for Oberweis Ice Cream and Dairy Store in Oak Park, but the shop at 124 N. Oak Park Ave. is expected to close in the coming months, according to president and CEO Joe Oberweis. Oberweis said in a telephone interview that the company could not reach an agreement with the landlord on its lease renewal. “We tried to work out a renewal, but we couldn’t do it,” he said. Oberweis was unable to say exactly when the shop’s last day will be, and added that it’s possible the landlord will come back with another offer – but that is unlikely, he said. The store, which made its Oak Park debut in 1999, is one of 42 locations in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Missouri. Oberweis said Cook County’s increase in the minimum wage played a role in the store’s profitability, but he does not expect any other closures. “In any sort of restaurant business the primary driver is cost and labor,” he said. Businesses like his often pass the cost on

to the customer but, according to Oberweis, the rapid increase of the minimum wage has made that more difficult. “We went from, not long ago, a minimum wage of $7.25,” he said. “Now it’s at $12 and will be at $13 and that’s very difficult.” He described the company’s workforce as made up largely of young people earning extra money. “We’re not hiring people who are supporting a family,” he said. “Many of them are 16and 17-year-old high school students trying to earn some extra money.” Oberweis said the company has loved being in Oak Park and that the closure doesn’t mean they’ll be out of the village forever. “If we find a good spot in the vicinity, we’ll be back,” he said. “We have no desire to be out of Oak Park or anything of the sort.” The news comes less than a week after Red Mango yogurt and smoothie shop, 1044 Lake St., closed its doors. Owner and Oak Park Village Trustee Jim Taglia said Red Mango was profitable, but he did not have time to keep running the business with his other responsibilities. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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Oak Park native stars in Hollywood biopic

Samuel Hunt plays troubled returning war hero in “Unbroken” sequel By MICHELLE DYBAL

Contributing Reporter

he saying “When one door closes, another door opens” couldn’t be truer for Samuel Hunt. He was a sophomore living in Oak Park, athletic, a fan of the World Cup and ready to play soccer at Oak Park River Forest (OPRF) High School. But, he didn’t make the team. Looking for something to do that fall, he turned to the school’s theater department. Now he is the star of a Hollywood movie, “Unbroken: Path to Redemption,” the sequel to “Unbroken,” which tells the true story of Louis Zamperini, an Army Air Corps bombardier in WWII, and the five-year period back in the U.S after being stranded at sea for 47 days, then captured and tortured by the Japanese. “I’ve always had a deep love of movies as an artistic medium and story-telling device,” said Hunt, who is 31 and lives in Los Angeles. Hunt was exposed to theater at an early age in Oak Park, where he moved with his family, including his three older siblings, from the West Side of Chicago around age 8. He attended Hatch Elementary and then Emerson Middle School (now Brooks). His mother, Cheryl Iverson, who lives in River Forest, recalled watching movies and going to live theater as things they had always done together. The family regularly attended Oak Park Festival Theatre’s Shakespeare shows in the summers at Austin Gardens. “We’d put a blanket in front and the kids were enamored,”

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ON THE HUNT: Oak Park native Sam Hunt landed the lead in the sequel to ‘Unbroken.’ Iverson said. “One time, the show had an opportunity to see the combat choreography. Samuel was intrigued by the struggle of good and evil.” After appearing in one to two shows per year at OPRF and being told he had some talent, Hunt chose the path of majoring in political science in college for his first year. He then decided to see if he could get into the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in Los Angeles. His audition was a success and, at 19, he moved to California. Hunt may be recognized for the recurring roles he’s had on NBC’s “Chicago PD” where the character he played for two seasons (2014-16), Greg “Mouse” Gerwitz, also crossed over to appear on “Chicago Fire,” and on Fox’s “Empire” for one season (2016-17).

When Hunt auditioned and got the film role of Zamperini, he felt “excitement but trepidation” at playing the biographical part. Both Luke Zamperini and Cynthia Zamperini Garris, Louis’ children, were part of the casting process and very supportive of Hunt getting the part, he said. “They wanted the story told and wanted the good and the bad,” Hunt said. “He’s at his most vulnerable at this time.” The actor had to physically prepare for the role. Zamperini was an Olympic runner. Although Hunt “exercises more days than not,” he said he does not like running, finding it “atrociously boring,” but he hit the track, listening to the audiobook version of “Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption,” the bestseller by Laura Hillenbrand. Both movie scripts are based on the 2010 book. Hunt also used it as a reference for its great detail, which Hillenbrand wrote from first-hand accounts told by the war hero, who died in 2014. Zamperini experienced what is now known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). How, with the help of his wife, he learns to cope is a major theme of the new film. Through understanding their stories, as well as tapping into his own experiences with pain and suffering, he endeavored to make the character relatable, especially to those that serve in the military, and have a positive impact on viewers, he explained. While Zamperini turns to religion to heal, the actor does not believe the film “draws hard lines on how to deal with trauma,” and believes it is a film for everyone. “The things he experiences and to not give up – it’s about empathy, finding hope, perseverance and forgiveness,” Hunt said. “Unbroken: Path to Redemption” premieres in theaters across the U.S. on Friday, Sept. 14.

The recorder’s third act

Cook County Recorder of Deeds Karen Yarbrough has written a stage play By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

Karen Yarbrough, the owner of an insurance agency, the current Cook County Recorder of Deeds, and the Democratic candidate for Cook County Clerk, is known widely as an entrepreneur and politician. Now you can call also call her a playwright. Yarbrough’s first play, Passin’ Where the River Bends, premiered on Sept. 7 at Madison Street Theatre, 1010 Madison St. in Oak Park, before an audience of several hundred people. The production ran through Sept. 9. During an interview last week, Yarbrough said she wrote the play around a decade ago, prompted, in part, by her research into critical points in African-American history, such as the Underground Railroad and the first and second Great Migrations of African Americans to the north. “I was struck by reading that there were more than 200,000 [fair-skinned] blacks who moved up to Canada, passed for white and

were never heard of again,” Yarbrough said. The play is set in 1960s Maywood on the banks of the Des Plaines River, where the protagonist, Eliza Benson (portrayed by Rosette Jarriett, artistic director of the Magnified Gift Theater Company, which produced the play), lives with her caretaker, Iris (played by Sony Cha’Rae Ward). When a young student, Mazie (played by Amber Sallis), seeks out Benson to interview for a school assignment she’s working on, the elderly woman, who is in her late 80s, seizes the moment to reveal her truth. Mazie, spunky and determined, must navigate through Iris’ stubborn protectiveness, and Benson’s sleeping spells, to get the sweep of the elderly woman’s story, which anchors the play. Benson and members of her family passed for white, keeping a critical part of their identities hidden to the world. The play shows them dealing with the fallout of this elaborate subterfuge. “The play’s name is more indicative of somebody passing as a different race,” said Leonard Robinson, the play’s director. “Each race or society of people has secrets that they keep from each other or their surroundings. “Passing is something we do every day,” Robinson added. “This play is about iden-

tity and being able to be comfortable with who you are in your own skin. It’s about the ability to relate to others and to keep your true identity when others around you are dismissing or ignoring you, like you’re invisible.” Yarbrough said that, although the play is not based on her own family history, Eliza Benson is the name of her husband’s mother. And while she did not herself act in the play, the longtime politician said she’s no stranger to the stage. “I performed in Amen Corner,” she said, referencing a three-act play by James Baldwin that was put on in a now-defunct theater company in Maywood. “That’s where I met Leonard and Percy Littleton,” she said. “During that time, I was running for office. They asked me to read a small part and I did. Next thing I know, I ended up with the lead role of Sister Margaret. I enjoyed it immensely.” “Each one of us is acting on the stage of life every day,” said Robinson, explaining why he decided to cajole Yarbrough into the lead role. “Our roles change, depending on which group of people we’re with,” he said. “People in public office do this even more because they have to communicate what they

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A scene from Passin’ Where the River Bends at Madison Street Theatre in Oak Park. want to get across on different people’s levels so that their message is understood.” Robinson said Yarbrough settled into the role naturally, without losing her sense of self. “A lot of times, I tell people, ‘Just be yourself, know the story and tell it how you would tell it,’” he said. That could also be Yarbrough’s mantra as a playwright, a role she’s also growing into rather naturally. She has two more plays in the hopper. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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‘Learn this language of exasperation’

‘There is no pain that compares to the struggle’ By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

At one point in episode three, Oak Park and River Forest High School English teacher Dan Cohen and board member Jackie Moore are discussing the failures of the District Equity Leadership Team (DELT). According to OPRF’s website, DELT was formed in 2012 and is “composed of administrators and faculty members” who are supposed to “guide the work of exploring the impact of institutionalized racism on student learning, create a vision for eliminating racial achievement disparities, and work to dismantle the barriers to academic success for all students.” “Does anyone have anything to say,” Moore recalls former District 200 Supt. Steve Isoye asking members during a DELT meeting she attended. “It was, like, dead air. I’m looking around the table and I see administrators, I see predominantly white men and I don’t understand how this group can move the conversation forward for this school community.” The “white male silence in DELT was deafening,” says OPRF English teacher Dan

Cohen, one of the white males in the group. state and the law” nor “an ideology centered “It has huge ramifications for white males in on the concept of biological inequality.” power to be silent when race talk is going on. Discrimination “by institutions and indiThe racial systemic transformation plan has viduals against those perceived as racially not been touched in about 10, 11 months.” different can long persist and even flourish Fade to the monthly meeting of the dis- under the illusion of nonracism.” trict’s Citizens’ Council — a name that I siDuring the aforementioned Citizens’ Counlently puzzled over before the school board cil meeting, Isoye tells African American changed it to Community Council in Febru- parents that they must be cautious about ary 2017. reaching for the “low-hanging Citizens’ Councils, after all, fruit,” which comprises the were white supremacist organibasic stuff, like teachers havzations formed in reaction to the ing higher expectations for 1954 Supreme Court decision, their black students, like counselors not writing off their Brown v. Board of Education, black students’ postsecondary which ruled segregation in pubprospects. lic education unconstitutional. As one African-American That something like this WATC H I N G parent says of her son’s experiwould be lost on so many people, for so long, in as liberal and ‘ A M E R I C A T O M E ’ ence at OPRF, “He had a sense of urgency to rediscover his learned a community as Oak E P I S O D E III identity and I know [he], like Park, is telling. It reveals a lack of historic awareness and a lot of other black kids here, couldn’t get to basic understanding among many Oak Park- a historically black college fast enough. … He ers of racism’s, and by extension white su- grew up in a home where he knew who he was. premacy’s, entrenched history in this coun- It is about expectations. The call I got from my try and their uncanny ability to survive by son’s counselor his senior year was, ‘I haven’t heard about his college plans. I’m going to Triany means necessary — even by stealth. The late scholar George M. Frederickson ton next week, so [I’ll sign] him up.’” observed in his essential 2002 book, RacIf systemic change is to happen at the ism: A Short History, that racism “does not school, Isoye lectures the group at one point in require the full and explicit support of the the meeting, then teachers, students and par-

ents “have to be ready.” When “people say we want these things to happen now,” he continues, “some of these things can’t happen now, but these conversations move the needle.” As Isoye spoke, I could see James Baldwin forming in the side-eyed faces of some of the black women on the screen, some of whom have been fighting the same tiring fight in this village for many, many years. “There’s no question that in the next 30 or 40 years a Negro can also achieve the same position that my brother has as President of the United States,” Bobby Kennedy, himself poised for the presidency, once said. This sounded “like a very emancipated statement, I suppose, to white people,” Baldwin said. “They were not in Harlem when the statement was first heard and will not hear and possibly will never hear the laughter and the bitterness and the scorn which was taken when the statement was greeted from the point of view of the man in the Harlem barber shop. “Bobby Kennedy only got here yesterday and now he is already on his way to the presidency. We have been here 400 years and now he tells us that maybe in 40 years, if you are good, we may let you become president.” To implement systemic racial progress, whites (and even non-whites, for that matter) will first have to learn this language of exasperation. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

at Concordia University Chicago Music Concerts

Ferguson Art Gallery

The Collective Theater

University Band Fall Concert | September 28 at 8 p.m., Chapel

Walk of Faith | August 27 - September 28

Antigone by Sophocles

Lectures in Church Music | October 21 - 23, CUC Campus

Eclectic Selection | October 6 - November 10

Wind Symphony Home Concert | November 2 at 8 p.m., Chapel

Gallery hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat.-Sun. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Ferguson Gallery is located in Kretzmann Hall

Directed by Brian Fruits | October 5 - 14 Madison Street Theatre, 1010 Madison St., Oak Park Tickets: CUCAntigone.brownpapertickets.com

Kapelle Home Concert | November 3 at 7:30 p.m., Chapel Music Department Information: 708-209-3060

Event details are subject to change. Unless noted, all events take place at Concordia University Chicago, 7400 Augusta St., River Forest. Visit CUChicago.edu

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Thumbs up given to senior home in River Forest

Development Review Board votes 4-2 to recommend new development By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

Members of the River Forest Development Review Board voted 4-2 to approve an application for a senior care facility at the intersection of Chicago and Harlem avenues at a meeting on Sept. 6, provided developers agree to a few conditions. Although village code technically outlaws such facilities from operating anywhere in River Forest, developer Senior Lifestyle and the Kaufman Jacobs investment firm aim to build a four-story, 125-unit senior living home at 800-826 N. Harlem Ave. Named The Sheridan at River Forest, it will house 92 assisted-living and 33 memory care service apartments, mostly one-bedroom units, with an average assisted-living unit priced at $5,500 per month, and the average memory-care unit running $6,800 per month. “Our proposed development not only addresses the pent up demand for assisted living and memory care in the area, it diversifies the housing options available to seniors wishing to remain in River Forest, or move closer

to their family members who already live in River Forest,” said Bob Gawronsky, vice president of development at Senior Lifestyle. The development would occupy approximately 1.5 acres, and sit at the northwest corner of Chicago and Harlem avenues. The ground floor will consist of common spaces for programs, dining and parking. DRB members recommended the developer lower the number of parking to 66 spaces so as to increase green space. The second floor of the senior home will contain a mix of assisted-living and memory care support spaces, with a landscaped courtyard for memory care patients. The third and fourth floors will consist of assisted living apartments. The building will be topped by green rooftop courtyards and a pitched roof that faces Harlem Avenue and rises to 68.5 feet, double the village’s limit of 30 feet in current zoning for the site. “I’m just afraid it’s too large and I don’t think any information was given to say that property values will not diminish,” DRB member Therese “Tagger” O’Brien said, later voting against the development. “It just seems that the residents of these properties are not being heard as well as I think they should be.” At the meeting, David Shaw, a zoning attorney from the Northbrook-based Shaw, Fishman, Glantz & Towbin firm who represents Kaufman Jacobs, argued that the site

should be zoned as residential rather than institutional since “it’s a home, not a sterile nursing home.” But neither Kaufman Jacobs nor Senior Lifestyle asked for the property to be rezoned as residential, which confused some resident attendees about whether or not their application needed to be amended to reflect a change. “They’re now making the case it’s a residential use of space, does that require reapplication or a variant to the application or two?” asked resident Joseph Baptist. “Does that raise any effect on zoning, required taxes? How does that affect the tax basis of the land uses?” The Development Review Board recommended requiring that the site must always stay on the village’s tax rolls, with Mike Hoffman, vice president of the Evanston-based Teska Associates design firm, adding that the village would receive an additional $19,000 in property tax revenue from the development if approved, an increase from the $12,000 the village currently receives from the site. Developers previously said the development would generate $500,000 in property tax revenue, but Hoffman clarified that would be a one-time payment to cover the costs of the village’s construction, building permits and more. “$19,000 compared to the overall village budget is insignificant,” DRB Chairman

Frank Martin said at the meeting, later voting against the development because its use is not permitted under current code. He called the $500,000 disbursement “a wash” since it covered the village’s work in issuing and reviewing permits. But the majority of Development Review Board members went on to approve the development, requiring the village’s Traffic and Safety Commission look into prohibiting right turns onto Harlem and impose permit parking on Iowa Street and Harlem Avenue; that developers issue a letter of credit that 125 percent of the construction cost is covered; plant trees on neighbors’ property, if residents request them; restrict delivery hours to7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; and remove snow from the public right of way. “This looks like a very high-quality project. I think they provide a lot of services and I think there’s a lot of thought that went into it. I think it’s an excellent project,” DRB member Mary Ann Fishman said. DRB members David Crosby, Gerry Dombrowski, Lisa Ryan and Fishman voted for the proposal; Martin and O’Brien voted against developers’ plans. Member Michael Ruehle was absent. The village board will now decide whether to approve or deny Senior Lifestyle and Kaufman Jacobs’ application at a future meeting. CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

River Forest aims for dementia-friendly designation

The village would be the second in the state to earn recognition By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

River Forest is on its way to becoming the second dementia-friendly community in the state, a designation that acknowledges the village’s coordinated work in supporting those who suffer from dementia as well as their caregivers. Evanston recently became the first village to earn the recognition. “I think people in River Forest, Oak Park, wherever you’re at, we’re a caring community,” said Village President Cathy Adduci. “People want to help, they just don’t know how. I think if we spell out how they can help, it’ll go a long way.” Nearly 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s Disease, the most common form of dementia, and a progressive disease, that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior, according to the Alzheimer’s Association advocacy group. By 2050, that number is projected to rise to nearly 14 million. As the number of people suffering from dementia rises nationally, River

Forest is taking steps toward supporting its local community, as well as their caregivers. About a year ago, Helen Kwan, a healthcare and government relations consultant at Rush University Medical Center and a River Forest resident, reached out to the village, asking if there would be interest in reaching for a dementia-friendly designation. Adduci said yes, although she wasn’t quite sure what that meant. She met with Raj C. Shah, an associate professor of family medicine at the Rush Alzheimer’s Disease Center, and learned more about the steps necessary to be recognized as dementia-friendly. Meanwhile, River Forest’s police and fire departments all received training on recognizing the signs of someone suffering from dementia. The village also now offers free, mental health awareness wristbands with identification numbers on them for residents. On Sept. 7, River Forest’s first step toward a dementia-friendly designation occurred at an event titled “Dementia Friendly America: A Forum on Making River Forest a Dementia-Friendly Community” at Concordia University, where speakers from Evanston, the Dementia Friendly Illinois nonprofit,

Rush and more came together to discuss how the village should create a dementiafriendly action plan. Adduci said the action plan will address how to bring together such entities as the River Forest Township, village government, Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation, Thrive Counseling Center and more to collaborate and support those with dementia. “One of the issues that was brought up is transportation. How can we support someone who suffers from dementia and their caregiver. Is there a way we can transport them to the library for two hours and give the caregiver a break?” Adduci said. “Whether you’re the child caring for your parent or a professional caregiver, it’s tough when you’re with a person who suffers from dementia for 24 hours.” Other issues discussed included teaching children about dementia and how to support those suffering, ways to publicly acknowledge caregivers and more. Adduci said she believes that a dementia-friendly designation for River Forest is not “years out.” “It’s really exciting and something that we’re all going to strive for,” she said. CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

Fresh energy on aging Journal brings ChangingAging tour to town The ChangingAging Tour, a national project determined to upend the outdated and discouraging ways Americans view getting older, is coming to Oak Park in October. An afternoon and evening event, it is a mix of music, performance and high energy aimed at changing how we all view the last third of life. ChangingAging is led by Dr. Bill Thomas, who started his career working to transform nursing homes from soulless institutions where elders got parked. Now his view of aging is much wider and more optimistic. The tour is sponsored by Wednesday Journal and A Tribe Called Aging. There is an afternoon event titled “Disrupt Dementia.” The evening presentation is titled “Life’s Most Dangerous Game.” The event is set for Wednesday, Oct. 10 at Pilgrim Congregational Church, 460 Lake St., Oak Park. Tickets are at OakPark.com/ChangingAging.

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Fire strikes Good Shepherd Church

Blaze began on roof, causing substantial damage By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

A fire believed to have been started on the roof of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 611 Randolph St., on Sept. 5 has caused substantial damage to the structure and displaced the congregation for the foreseeable future. Pastor Kathy Nolte said in a phone interview that the fire broke out at about 12:40 p.m. while a work crew was renovating the roof of the building. No one was injured, but the damage is significant, she said. “People in the office could smell something,” Nolte said. “The office has an electrical panel and (it) started popping.” The two people in the office went outside and saw the fire on the roof, she said. It took about an hour for the blaze to be extinguished, and the fire department determined that it originated on the roof and spread to the attic, Nolte said. “We’ve got a big loss but it could have been much worse,” she said. The roofers were working with a torch on the structure, but it’s unclear exactly how the building caught on fire. Nolte said that a section of the roof must be replaced and other areas of the building that were not burned

suffered extensive smoke and water damage. “As far as damage [goes] the water went everywhere,” she said. “A portion of the ceiling in the sanctuary space fell from the weight of the water, and you can see the char marks where smoke was coming out from the light fixtures.” No other buildings were damaged in the fire, she said. She expects it to take about eight months to a year for the structure to be repaired. Materials, such as photos, financial records, banners and Christmas pageant costumes, that were stored in a room in the Sunday school were also damaged, Nolte said. She said “the outpouring of support from the community has been uplifting and heartwarming.” The congregation will meet this Sunday at the church at 10 a.m. to pray and sing hymnals before making a three-block pilgrimage to Euclid Avenue Methodist Church, 405 S. Euclid Ave., Nolte said. “We will take a bowl from the baptismal font and then our communion vessels and our hymnals,” she said. The congregation will hold its weekly service at Euclid but the following Sunday and for the weeks to come it will hold services at First Baptist Church, 820 Ontario St. She said it is still uncertain how much it will cost to fix the damage and how much insurance will cover. “It will take a certain amount of time to know what needs to be redone,” she said. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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IMAGINE PLAN A value statement from page 1 the square footage and conceptual plans created by Perkins & Will architects. The unit costs were derived from historical bids from public schools that have been built in the Chicago suburbs. In addition, members noted, the cost estimates include a 4 percent per year escalation of labor and material costs, a total of 12 percent for design and construction contingencies, construction manager fees and soft costs, such as testing, engineering and municipality fees. Timeframes for all five of the sequences could vary. Imagine OPRF members conceptualized completion schedules based on three different scenarios: aggressive, which would entail completing all five sequences in the plan within six years; model, within eight years; and conservative, within 10 years. The first sequence contains four primary components, including a new and relocated two-story Student Resource Center (i.e., the library) and Tutoring Center, which will be built above the existing South Cafeteria; renovated and expanded space for Special Education administration and Transitional Education with Access to the Mainstream Imagine OPRF (TEAM) program spaces; new visual arts 10-YEAR PLAN: A chart released by Imagine OPRF shows the design, bidding and construction phases of each of the fi ve sequences in spaces on the third floor; and 76 renovated classrooms on the second, third and fourth the draft master plan. The most aggressive scenario has all five sequences being complete within six years from the start to finish. floors. The first sequence would extend out into swimming pool, spaces for PE and athletic and have experts who looked at it, but we with a portion of the district’s significant the third year of the plan, with the working offices and support spaces like conference are not looking at, say, where do we put fund balance. They did not specify how much of the fund balance they hope the group allocating around a year-and-a-half for rooms and laundry facilities, a weight room, a volleyball instruction?” The third sequence would build a new board uses. the design and bidding process and another multipurpose dance room and storage space. The design, bidding and construction 4-story structure on the west end of the “At some point, some sort of referendum 14 months for construction. This sequence phases for the second sequence could take field house that will house more space for is almost certainly going to be required,” is the only one among the five where the aggressive, moderate and conservative anywhere from three years (according to physical education and athletics, including Poirier said. “We’re not insensitive to scenarios all project the same timeframe for the aggressive scenario) up to four years a new multipurpose wrestling room, team this situation, but I think for people in the completion. The total estimated cost for the (according to the conservative scenario). equipment storage space, a multipurpose community, this will come down to a value The total cost for the second sequence is an gymnastics space and an adaptive judgment. Is this a good value investment first sequence is $28.5 million. estimated $66.7 million. gymnasium and cardio room. for this community, and we’re hopeful the “Outside of physical “For one school year, there’s The design, bidding and construction majority of the people will think this is.” education, the only expansion going to be some significant phases for the third sequence could extend Poirier added that the OPRF campus “has of the school is this two-story disruption in physical education out to the third or fourth year of the plan, not had a consequential investment in 51 library and tutoring center over and athletics that folks are depending on the scenario. The total cost years — it looks and functions like it.” the South Cafeteria,” Poirier going to have to figure their estimate for this sequence is $49.6 million. Kamenitsa said equity is at the center said. “It does not change the way around, but the key thing is The fourth sequence would include of the master plan. Referencing the Starz footprint. It goes right up over the that at the end of this sequence, relocating the administrative offices near documentary, America to Me, she said some South Cafeteria. It’s important almost everything that was the main entrance, and renovating 26 people may try to frame the master plan as an that this is first for a number of torn down here, functionally, classrooms, seven science labs and faculty either/or proposition — “equity or facilities.” reasons, one is because a whole is replaced here — and a little office space. “We at Imagine see it the opposite way,” she bunch of dominos fall behind bit more because all of the new The final sequence would include said, noting that the working group operated that.” locker rooms are included,” renovating the remaining classrooms, from the perspective that physical space Poirier said the library Poirier said. faculty offices and commons area, relocating can play a significant role in facilitating or LYNN KAMENITSA expansion and relocation That construction, however, the three-court competition gymnasium mitigating inequities. Kamenitsa said the Imagine OPRF co-chair would free up space for new, would not significantly disrupt built in the second sequence to the first floor group spoke to hundreds of marginalized well-lit classrooms and larger the academic environment, of the existing field house, building a new students who expressed that they don’t feel Special Education and TEAM Kamenitsa said, adding 200-meter indoor track facility, installing welcome on the campus as it exists. programming space, which is that Imagine has outlined new synthetic surface on the west field area “The facilities literally shape what currently undersized. and renovating the trainer and locker rooms policies can be implemented inside of contingency plans for dealing with the The second sequence would focus on below the stadium seating. them,” she said. “Space matters.” improving the physical education spaces. construction. Kamenitsa and Poirier said they’re A community engagement meeting, She noted that architects “have looked The current facilities east of the field house will be replaced with a new, 4-story facility at the whole building and decided that, prepared for the likely sticker-shock some designed to get public feedback on the draft that will house new changing rooms and given the size of the project, we can do this residents may have in reaction to the cost master plan, is scheduled to take place at lockers (including transgender ones), a without temporary classrooms and those estimates, but they’re hoping the board OPRF on Oct. 3. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com new three-court competition gym, a new kinds of things. So we’ve thought about it chooses to fund the early phases of the plan

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ECONOMY SHOP

More than 100 volunteers from page 1 at a discount to others. They also wanted the proceeds to go to the five Oak Park charities at the time – Infant Welfare, Associated Charities (now Thrive Counseling Center), the Day Nursery, West Suburban Hospital Auxiliary and Hephzibah Home. “I just love the history of it, that these wise women came up with this idea a hundred years ago and it’s still working the same way,” said Economy Shop President Nancy Hines, 64, of Oak Park. The shop’s founding president, Caroline “Kay” McCready, and its first general manager, Mrs. Clarence Funk, along with women from each of the charities, laid the groundwork for the Economy Shop, renting the Packard House at Lake and Kenilworth (now the location of the main Oak Park Post Office), for $45 per month. Within three months, they were contributing “$800 split five ways for charity” after overhead charges were paid for the year, according to a July 1919, Oak Leaves article. That’s $11,952.68 in today’s money. At its founding, the shop was open daily, year-round, and staffed by volunteers. According to Hines, there were six departments – adult clothing, children’s, books, gifts, utilities/household goods and millinery to fulfill the fashion for hats. By 1924, the shop was so successful, they purchased the current location at Grove and South Boulevard in Oak Park. They briefly considered closing in 1929, due to changes in the retail industry and “difficulty procuring enough volunteers,” according to a newspaper article at the time. However, the shop remained open and distributed $100,000 among the charities within its first 10 years. The slogan, “It sells what you give, so that village charities may live,” was adopted and used in the 1930s. The Economy Shop reduced their hours to remain viable, but the women’s mission to support the charities and their customers continued. “What the customers did not see, they asked for and usually got,” wrote Nora Worthington Richardson in a Feb. 8, 1930 article in the Oak Leaves, “even a bath, which one man desired. He had bought an entire new outfit and wanted to discard his rags … The heater was lighted, he was given soap and shown the bathroom, from which he emerged a clean and satisfied customer.” Today, front desk volunteer and former Economy Shop president Cathy Lund greets customers and effortlessly directs treasure hunters to their finds, or to umbrellas -- “in the warehouse; I would go quick” -- on this rainy day, in the three-story house as she processes credit card charges. Lund, 61, began serving at the shop in 1993 when she was on the board of the Day Nursery and served as their liaison. “Stuff gets recycled so it doesn’t go to waste,” Lund, of River Forest, said. “When

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PAST AND PRESENT: From top left, Economy Shop President Nancy Hines; Philander Barclay’s photo of the Packard House, Lake and Kenilworth, the Economy Shop’s Home until 1924; Caroline “Kay” McCready, of Oak Park, pictured here in the 1940s, was the first president and one of the original founders in 1919; Penny Egerter, 84, prices jewelry in the Gift Room, run by Infant Welfare Society volunteers. More photos at www.OakPark.com people get new jobs they may get steel-toed boots or clothes for a job interview.” Lund also recalled providing clothing for Hurricane Katrina refugees who came to the area in 2005. The Economy Shop is open three to four days per month, selling an estimated 10,000 items. It’s closed to customers during the hot summer months. The shop is open to volunteers other days for sorting and price marking of donations. One long-time volunteer, Penny Egerter, 84, has been giving her time to the Economy Shop since the mid-1970s. Her husband convinced her to come to shop and she was soon hooked. The 67-year Oak Park resident now heads up the Gift Room and is the liaison for the Infant Welfare Society (IWS) Children’s Clinic. “I am totally in love with the place; it means so much to me,” Egerter said. “I’ve been with Infant Welfare since 1965. After many years, I was put in charge of this room. I’m the jewelry lady.” Egerter prices jewelry that comes in and can be found behind the jewelry counter during the early shift on sales days. Egerter works with Janet Debits, 71, of Oak Park, an interior designer, in the Gift Room. Debits has been bringing her talents to spruce up the room since 1984 to sell cards, watches, home decor and holiday items. Although some of the charities have changed over the years, three are the same since 1919 – the Day Nursery, Thrive and IWS. Other organizations that benefit are Animal Care League, Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry and Senior Citizens’ Center of Oak Park and River Forest. The Economy Shop budgets $1,250 per month for the calendar year to distribute to each of these nonprofits. Each charity associated with the shop staffs a room with volunteers. There are also volunteers not associated with an organiza-

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tion. There are more than 100 volunteers and six part-time employees at the shop. Although most are women, men are welcome. Many volunteers are retired and have found friends through the shop. For Hines and Lund, having a place for the volunteers to come together is one of the great things about the Economy Shop. “It becomes your family,” Lund said. For the 100th anniversary the Economy Shop has several things planned from monthly contests to a documentary. There will be an exhibit at the Oak Park River Forest Historical Museum starting in March. And the last sale of the season, June 8,

2019, will be a big event, with a silent auction of items that represent the best things that come into each room, such as a handmade quilt from the 1930s, which will be on display at the museum exhibit. “I feel honored to be continuing this tradition,” said Hines. “It is such a valuable resource for our community.” The next Economy Shop sale is Sept. 22, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Donations accepted Mondays through Saturdays, 8 a.m. to noon, except on shopping dates. More: economyshop.org. 103 S. Grove, Oak Park.

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An Oak Park woman was the victim of theft in the 1000 block of South Oak Park Avenue at 9:32 a.m. on Sept. 6. The woman was approached from behind by a male approximately between the ages of 16 and 19. He grabbed her black purse from her right shoulder, causing the strap to break. He then fled eastbound, according to police. The purse contained an Illinois driver’s license, cash, credit cards and an iPhone. The offender was described as a black

male with a medium complexion, about 5-foot-6 to 5-foot-8, with a thin build. He wore a red-and-white hooded sweatshirt with the hood pulled up and blue jeans.

Theft ■ A red trailer was stolen from the 1000 block of South Elmwood sometime around 6:15 a.m. on Sept. 7. The trailer was stolen by a white man wearing camouflage pants and

driving a white dump truck with a picture of bricks on the passenger door. The trailer contained tools and ladders and was later recovered on the shoulder of eastbound I-290, with an unknown amount of tools and ladders missing. The estimated loss is unknown. ■ A catalytic converter was stolen from a vehicle in the 300 block of Harrison Street sometime during the overnight hours of Sept. 7-8. The estimated loss is $1,800.

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■ A vehicle owned by a Hoffman Estates resident was burglarized in the 100 block of Le Moyne Parkway at about 1:28 p.m. on Sept. 7. The offender stole a nail gun, Bosch electric hammer and a red Milwaukee saw. The estimated loss is $800. ■ A residence was burglarized in the 900 block of South Kenilworth Avenue at about 11:10 p.m. on Sept. 8. The offender entered through an open side window and stole a PlayStation 4 Slim and a Kindle Fire tablet. The estimated loss is $350. ■ A residence was burglarized in the 700 block of North Elmwood Avenue sometime between 10:30 p.m. on Sept. 5 and 7:30 a.m. on Sept. 6. The offender entered through an unlocked kitchen door within the rear porch and took a black leather Boktier purse containing two turquoise wallets with miscellaneous ID, cash, a multi-beaded coin purse, keys and a green book bag with a MacBook Pro, headphones and charging cables. The estimated loss is $2,750. ■ A residence was burglarized in the 100 block of South Maple Avenue sometime between 8 a.m. and 7 p.m. on Sept. 5. The offender used a pry tool to force open the front door to the victim’s apartment and stole a Michael Kors gold wristwatch, miscellaneous change and a 32-inch Insignia plasma television. The estimated loss is $475. ■ An apartment was burglarized in the 100 block of North Lombard Avenue between 1:30 and 8:30 p.m. on Sept. 3. The offender entered the apartment through brute force to the front door and stole $10. The estimated loss due to damage is $160. These items, obtained from the Oak Park and River Forest police departments, came from reports, Aug. 30- Sept. 8, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Anyone named in these reports has only been charged with a crime and cases have not yet been adjudicated. We report the race of a suspect only when a serious crime has been committed, the suspect is still at large, and police have provided us with a detailed physical description of the suspect as they seek the public’s help in making an arrest. Compiled by Timothy Inklebarger

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D97 hires firm to help increase workforce diversity Board approves $30K contract with Alma Advisory Group By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

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During a Sept. 4 regular meeting, the District 97 school board voted 7-0 to approve a $30,000 contract with Alma Advisory Group in order to increase equity and diversity among the district’s administrators, faculty and staff. The Chicago-based consulting firm will work with district officials in creating a long-term plan “to address our desire to recruit, hire, and retain a more equitable workforce,” according to a memo drafted by Carrie Kamm, D97’s senior director of equity and Laurie Campbell, assistant superintendent of human resources. District officials said Alma has already conducted focus groups with principals, teachers, district leaders and community members, as well as an analysis of the district’s teacher recruitment and hiring process. Alma will provide district officials with a set of hiring recommendations based on best practices, develop a detailed first-year action plan and establish a working group comprising district officials that will help set long-term hiring goals, among many other responsibilities. District officials said hiring Alma is part of a more comprehensive, “deliberate focus on equity” across the district. Other equity-related actions the district has already implemented include the creation last year

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of the senior director of equity role that Kamm currently occupies and reports directly to Supt. Carol Kelley. District officials also said they’ve developed “a shared priority for equity among all district leaders” by making equity central to the district’s strategic planning and overall goal-setting. In February, officials outlined actions they had taken up to that point to recruit more minority teachers after a petition drive created by Oak Park Call to Action, a local activist group, gained some traction among community members. Citing data released in the Illinois Report Card, the group demanded that both districts increase the number of non-white teachers they hire. According to the report card, which measures the annual performance of school districts based on data those districts give to the Illinois State Board of Education, non-white students comprise 45 and 47 percent of the student bodies at D97 and OPRF, respectively. Nonwhite teachers at D97 and OPRF are only 19 percent and 21 percent of the teaching population at each district, respectively. At the time, Campbell said the district increased the percentage of black teachers from the 2016-17 to 2017-18 school years by 1 percent. She also said the district consulted with various community groups to look at ways it could change its hiring application “in order to screen for people with high levels of cultural competency,” among other criteria. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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During a special meeting on Sept. 5, the Oak Park and River Forest High School District 200 Board of Education voted unanimously to give Superintendent Joylynn Pruitt-Adams a 2.75 percent pay raise five more vacation days. Pruitt-Adams, who was hired in Decem-

ber 2016 after serving several months as interim superintendent, will now have a salary of $235,833 and 20 vacation days. Her contract ends on June 30, 2020. Pruitt-Adams had served as superintendent of the School District of University City, in University City, Missouri, for nearly a decade before leaving to take an interim position at OPRF. The district’s former superintendent, Steve Isoye, had resigned at the end of the 2015-16 school year to be superintendent of Niles Township High School District 219. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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The changing face of real estate in River Forest By LACEY SIKORA

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or over 80 years, the lot at the northeast corner of Forest and Chicago Avenues in River Forest was home to an example of one of the most popular genres of houses in the early 20th century -- the Sears catalog home. Between 1908 and 1940, more than 70,000 Sears catalog homes were built in North America. At

the time they were constructed, the Sears homes offered the latest in technology, including electricity, indoor plumbing and central heating. After living in their 1920s-era Sears home at 807 Forest Ave. for almost a decade, Sue Crothers and Bill Gee were looking to expand the house while updating to a new generationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s technology in the form of sustainable living amenities. When architects and builders told them their See GREEN HOME on page 22

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GREEN SOLUTIONS: Throughout the home, the owners used environmentally friendly materials and design elements. The permeable paver driveway (above) and patio divert storm water from the sewer system.

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GREEN HOME House swap from page 21 best move was to demolish the house and build new, the couple came up with a unique way of saving the home and getting the green house of their dreams. Gee recalls that in 2005, he and his wife were hoping to expand their home in an environmentally friendly way. “In order to get everything we wanted, we were told we’d have to knock it down,” Gee said. But, the couple liked their Sears home and its sense of history. “We couldn’t bring ourselves to tear it down,” Crothers said. They didn’t have to go far for a better solution. Their next-door neighbors at the time were grappling with the problem of a house with serious foundation issues. Crothers and Gee sold them their Sears home for $1. The neighbors demolished their previous home, dug a new basement with a sturdy foundation, and hired a firm to move the Sears house to the lot next door. It was a win in more ways than one. “For us, we didn’t have to destroy a house we loved,” Crothers said. “Plus, we saved money because we didn’t have tear-down costs.”

Building new Working with Archimage Architects’ Kirk and Sheri Stephens and contractor Tim Kelly, and with Crothers acting as general contractor, the pair spent almost two years building their new home on their old lot. Crothers notes that the appearance of the house was a key factor in their plans. “As you drive down Chicago Avenue, you see these larger estate homes, but on Forest Avenue, the homes are smaller,” Crothers said. “We built a smaller face on the front

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SWITCHEROO: The couple sold their Sears home to their neighbor for $1, moving it next door (below, left) onto a new foundation, and then built their new green home, whose kitchen (above) features sustainable wood cabinets and floors as well as remnant materials from other projects. The bed frame in the master bedroom (right) was crafted from a tree on the property that blew down in a storm. that fits in on Forest, and the wider side of the house fronts Chicago.” Even more important than the looks was the environmental impact of the home. While LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification for

residential construction was not the norm at the time, they followed the construction regulations for having a LEED-certified building. With every detail in the home, they sought to create a home with a smaller environmental footprint, as well as one that was healthy. They implemented a geo-thermal heating and cooling system and employed passive techniques for keeping the house warm in winter and cool in summer. Many of the home’s windows are southfacing to capture warmth in the winter. In the summer, they employ slatted shutters that allow the air to circulate while still blocking out the stronger summer sun. In the second-floor bedrooms, they used transom windows to allow for better air flow, and operable skylights on the stairwells also allow heat to escape. Rockwool insulation keeps the house warm without the off-gassing of traditional insulation, and the paints and wood finishes throughout the house were specifically chosen to be no-VOC (volatile organic compound) so that they too would not off-gas. The couple placed a 900-gallon tank in the

basement to reclaim water and use it to water their yard, which is home to native plantings and an edible garden. “We quickly realized how fast you can go through that much water,” Gee said. “We added more native plants and minimized grassy lawn spaces to cut down on our watering needs.” Throughout the house, the couple chose materials with an eye towards sustainability as well. The wood flooring and kitchen cabinets are Lyptus, a eucalyptus hybrid that is forestry stewardship-certified and regrows in 15 years. Crothers notes that in the 11 years since they built the home, many more environmentally-friendly products have come on the market, but she points out that the kitchen is still an area with only a few available sources. See GREEN HOME on page 24

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“It’s really hard to find a kitchen that doesn’t use formaldehyde or particle board,” she said. Other choices of materials were lighter on the planet and sometimes lighter on the wallet. Permeable pavers in the driveway and patio allow the water to seep through to the ground rather than being diverted into the sewer system as run off. For tiles and countertops, they used remnant pieces from other construction projects, and even their cement-tiled roof was purchased at a discount because it was surplus from someone else’s construction. Using environmentally friendly building techniques was costlier at the forefront of the project, but the couple was able to

achieve some savings through their use of reclaimed materials. While it doesn’t contribute to the greening of the home itself, one of Gee’s favorite parts of the process was the customization of their bed. When a white oak tree on their property fell during a storm, they took the tree to Horigan Urban Forest in Chicago, who cured and milled the wood. They then had a local carpenter build them a bed. Over the years, Crothers and Gee have opened up their home and yard to many, including edible garden tours, 7th Generation Ahead green home tours and sustainable food tours for Roosevelt School, and they have enjoyed being a part of the environmental movement in the village. As empty nesters, they are looking to hand their labor of love over to new owners and have listed the roughly 5,200-squarefoot home with Greer Haseman of @properties for $2,437,500.

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Open 1-3 810 N. Marion, Oak Park

Open 1-4 423 N. Kenilworth, Oak Park

Most Impressive Stately Colonial! 5 BR, 3.5 BA… $1,650,000

Spectacular Tudor! 5 BR, 5.1 BA… $1,049,000

In the heart of FLW Historic District! 5 BR, 3.1 BA… $939,000

Gabe Caporale 708-473-7334 • Caporale Realty

Kara Keller 708-705-5272 • Baird & Warner

Stephanie Eiger 708-557-0779 • Coldwell Banker

Open 1-3 731 N. Linden Ave., Oak Park

Open 12- 2 1125 Wisconsin, Oak Park

Open 1-4 228 Franklin, River Forest

Rare 2/3 Acre Property! 6 BR, 3.2 BA… $1,550,000

Completely renovated! 4 BR, 3.1 Ba… $950,000

Gorgeous House! 4 BR, 3.1 BA… $925,000

Elizabeth August 773-610-8000 • @properties

Zak Knebel 773-290-9293 • @properties

Lisa Grimes 708-205-9518 • Gagliardo Realty Associates

Open 1-3 703 N. East., Oak Park

Open 1-3 422 Forest, Oak Park

Open 12-2 203 Keystone, River Forest

E. E. Roberts masterpiece! 5 BR, 4.1 BA… $1,299,900

Architecturally significant! 6 BR, 4.1 BA… $1,695,000

Award winning! 4 BR, 2.1 BA… $1,250,000

Pat McGowan 708-445-9090 • Baird & Warner

Monica Klinke 708-612-3031 • Coldwell Banker

Michael O’Neil 708-267-8995 • @properties

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Fall Festival of Luxury Homes Open Houses This Sunday, September 16th

Open 1-3 1207 Jackson, River Forest

Open 12-2 1122 Forest, River Forest

Everything to love! 5 BR, 3.1 BA… $1,155,000

Incredible estate! 6 BR, 5.1 BA… $1,599,000

Andrew Gagliardo 708-771-8040 • Gagliardo Realty Associates

Laura Maychruk 708-205-7044 • Gullo & Associates

Open 12-2 526 Augusta, Oak Park

Open 12-2 923 Ashland Ave., River Forest

Open 2:30-4:30 628 William St., River Forest

Entertaining is a breeze! 5 BR, 4.1 BA… $1,275,000

Look no further! 5 BR, 3.1 BA… $1,300,000

Brick NEW Construction! 4 BR, 4.1 BA… $1,099,000

Laura Maychruk 708-205-7044 • Gullo & Associates

Sheila Price 708-218-5140 • Baird & Warner

Laura Maychruk 708-205-7044 • Gullo & Associates

Open 1-3 1414 Forest Ave., River Forest

Open 1-3 1147 N. Forest, River Forest

Open 2:30-4:30 310 Gale Ave., River Forest

Open and airy contemporary! 3 BR, 3.1 BA… $940,000

Stunning home! 6 BR, 4.1 BA… $1,400,000

NEW Construction! 6 BR, 6.1 BA… $1,475,000

Julie Downey 708-203-0289 • Gagliardo Realty Associates

Pauline Sharpe 708-785-1895 • Weichert Realtors Nickel Group

Laura Maychruk 708-205-7044 • Gullo & Associates

Open 1-3 906 Jackson, River Forest

Open 1-3 914 Ashland Ave., River Forest

Open 12-2 1226 William, River Forest

Premier location! 4 BR, 5.1 BA… $935,000

Italian Renaissance Revival! 6 BR, 5.2 BA…$2,499,000

Stunning! 5 BR, 3.1 BA… $1,350,000

Donna Barnhisel 773-418-9137 • Gagliardo Realty Associates

Bob Swindal 708-205-5115 • @properties

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Colleen Navigato 708-989-0989 • Gagliardo Realty Associates

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713 S. East Ave 3BR, 2BA $513,900

1136 Gunderson Ave 3BR, 2.1BA $574,900

215 S. Ridgeland Ave 5BR, 3BA $625,900

546 N. Oak Park Ave 5BR, 2.2BA $810,000

1100 N. Oak Park Ave 4BR, 2.1BA $499,000

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901 Wenonah Ave 2BR, 2BA $385,000

OAK PARK

731 Belleforte Ave 4BR + 1BSMT, 4.1BA $999,000

333 N. Euclid Ave 9BR, 3.2BA $1,399,000

NEW PRICE!

409 S. East Ave 2BR, 2.1BA $349,000

839 N. Lombard Ave 3BR, 1.1BA $359,000

OAK PARK 3D

517 S. Elmwood Ave 5BR, 2.2BA $549,900

NEW PRICE!

818 N. Ridgeland Ave 4BR, 3BA $525,000

735 Belleforte Ave 3BR + 1BSMT, 2.1BA $519,000

NEW PRICE!

1218 N. Euclid Ave 4BR, 2.1BA $529,900

101 N. Euclid Ave 2BR, 2.1BA $439,000

OAK PARK

1176 S. Taylor Ave 3BR, 2.1BA $544,900

847 S. Kenilworth Ave 4BR, 1.1BA $499,000

1029 S. Cuyler Ave 2BR, 2BA $299,000

RIVER FOREST

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1123 Schneider Ave 3BR + 1BSMT, 2.1BA $449,000

304 S. Taylor Ave 5BR, 1.1BA $450,000

1022 S. Scoville Ave 3BR, 2BA $399,900

325 N. Grove Ave 5BR, 1.1BA $539,000

FOREST PARK

112 Belvidere Ave 4BR, 3BA $324,900

1105 Thomas Ave 4BR, 3BA $365,000

500 William St 5BR, 5BA $843,000

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1147 Forest Ave 4BR + 2BSMT, 4.1BA $1,400,000

612 Thomas Ave 4BR, 2.1BA $549,000

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936 Marengo Ave 2 Flat + PKG $459,000

1020 Randolph St – 3BR, 2BA $340,000 6436 Roosevelt Rd – 2BR, 2BA $239,000 930 Ontario St – 2BR, 2BA $209,900 720 Erie St – 1BR, 1BA $185,000 821 Lake St – 2BR, 1BA $172,900 424 S. Maple Ave – 3BR, 1BA $168,900 426 S. Lombard Ave – 2BR, 2BA $163,000 7432 Washington St – 2BR, 1.1BA $127,500 444 Washington Blvd – 1BR, 1BA $119,000

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Your local Real Estate Professionals Since 1933. FEATURED LISTING • NEW PRICE

FEATURED LISTING • NEW PRICE

923 Ashland Ave, River Forest

$1,300,000

Impressive 5 bedroom home on one of River Forest’s premier blocks. Agent: Sheila Price

NEW LISTING

Oak Park

$625,000

Riverside

$579,900

Oak Park

$539,753

$315,000

Elmwood Park

Oak Park

$350,000

$650,000

Rarely found Gorgeous Greystone in the heart of downtown Oak Park Agent: Lisa Andreoli & Meredith Conn

Oak Park

$599,000

$643,000

Well maintained classic vintage 4 unit Agent: Jim Gillespie & Mike Lennox

Oak Park

$619,000

River Forest

$475,000

Oak Park

$969,000

$535,000

Chicago

Oak Park

$825,000

NEW PRICE

$840,000

South Michigan Avenue highly upgraded South East corner unit Agent: Boris Lehtman

Oak Park

$642,000

One of a kind corner unit with private terrace expanded lower level! Agent: Patricia McGowan

NEW PRICE

$545,000

Sophistication reigns in this one of a kind unit at the Oak Park Club Agent: Bethanny Alexander

1037 Chicago Avenue, Oak Park IL | 708.697. 5900 | BAIRDWARNER.COM

$339,000

Solid brick bungalow is a great value! Agent: Vanessa Willey

NEW PRICE

Description: Stunning and solid brick Burma checks all the boxes! Agent: Kara Keller

$725,000

New construction within an established OP home - open concept for beautiful living Agent: Celeste Duignan

NEW LISTING

Well maintained home in Frank Lloyd Wright District lives large! Agent: Linton Murphy & Steve Scheuring

NEW PRICE

Much admired home with beckoning presence! Agent: Victoria Atkins

COMING SOON

Charming, stylish move-in ready home desirable central Oak Park location. Agent: Anne Ferri & Kim Wojack

Oak Park

$367,400

Come see this cozy and charming American 4-square in sout Oak Park Agent: Arrick Pelton

ACTIVE LISTING

This centrally located Oak Park home checks all the boxes! Agent: Vanessa Willey

ACTIVE LISTING

Oak Park

ACTIVE LISTING

$598,000

Oak Park

$359,000

Unique move-in ready two story brick home perfect for first time buyers Agent: Jaime Luevano

ACTIVE LISTING

Unique Oak Park two flat with plenty of space and storage Agent: Saretta Joyner

ACTIVE LISTING

$489,000

Spectacularly adorned Victorian nestled in the heart of downtown Oak Park Agent: Steve Scheruing

ACTIVE LISTING

Charming and welcoming Queen Anne with an open front porch. Agent: Swati Saxena

Oak Park

$1,500,000

Description: Turn key purchase of Harvey House Bed & Breakfast! Agent: Kara G. Keller

Chicago

ACTIVE LISTING

Ideally situated home on a beautifully landscaped lot with fantastic floor plan Agent: Catherine Simon-Vobornik

ACTIVE LISTING

$229,900

Sunlight brightens this awesome two bedroom, two bath condo Agent: Ed Bellock Jr.

ACTIVE LISTING

Truly one of a kind in the heart of downtown OP and steps to everything Agent: Patricia McGowan

Oak Park

107 S Scoville Ave, Oak Park ACTIVE LISTING

NEW PRICE

Remodeled two-unity property with several updates. Agent: James Salazar

ACTIVE LISTING

Oak Park

$1,299,000

ACTIVE LISTING

Well maintained, recently updated home in great location! Agent:Patricia McGowan

Oak Park

NEW LISTING

Historically significant 6,000 square foot home is perfect for entertaining Agent: Catherine Simon-Vobornik

ACTIVE LISTING

$570,000

Wright Historic District! Victorian home located on a great block! Agent: Lois Bonaccorsi

ACTIVE LISTING

Location can’t be beat nestled in the heart of FLW Historic District is this EE Roberts home. Agent: Catherine Simon-Vobornik

Oak Park

1032 Superior St, Oak Park

FEATURED LISTING

Oak Park

$329,000

Ranch style living with picture perfect views! Spacious end unit makes downsizing easy! Agent: Victoria Atkins

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Sunday, September 16, 2018 REALTY CO.

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TIME

1132 Rossell Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $343,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3 6817 W . Medill Ave, Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $349,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1836 N . Normandy Ave, Chicago . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beyond Properties Realty Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $350,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 901 Wenonah Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $385,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat . 11-1 1016 Hayes Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $395,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 708 S . Wesley Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $395,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 7656 N . Adams St, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $399,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 827 Lathrop Ave, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $399,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 1414 Marengo Ave, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $425,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:30-2 824 S . Harvey Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $469,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4:30 820 Woodbine Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $475,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 642 S Clarence Ave Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $475,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 713 S . East Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $513,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 735 Belleforte Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $519,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 139 S . Cuyler Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Beyond Properties Realty Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $525,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 108 Wesley Ave Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $549,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:30-2:30 627 Belleforte Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $555,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1032 Superior St Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $570,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 1032 Superior St, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $570,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 1136 Gunderson Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $574,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 215 S . Ridgeland Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $625,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat . 11-1 732 S . Taylor Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $725,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 1206 Lathrop Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $795,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 228 Franklin Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $925,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4 906 Jackson Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $935,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1414 Forest Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $940,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 731 Belleforte Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $999,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 236 Forest Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,029,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4 810 N Marion St Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,049,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 810 N . Marion St, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,049,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 628 William St, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gullo & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,099,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4:30 1207 Jackson Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$1,155,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1411 Park Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,200,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 526 Augusta, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gullo & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,275,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 703 N . East Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,299,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 923 Ashland Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,300,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 1226 William St, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,350,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 227 Keystone Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gagliardo Realty Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,375,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 1147 Forest Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,400,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2 310 Gale Ave, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gullo & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,475,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:30-4:30 1122 Forest, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gullo & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,599,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2

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REALTY CO.

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302 S . Kenilworth Ave . UNIT 1S, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Re/Max In The Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $207,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30-3 431 S . Kenilworth Ave . UNIT 2N, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Baird & Warner Oak Park/River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $224,900 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-2

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409 S . East Ave, Oak Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weichert Realtors Nickel Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $349,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 15 Forest Ave . UNIT 19, Forest Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $554,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12 15 Forest Ave . UNIT 19, River Forest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . @properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $554,000 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sat . 11-1

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CENTER OF TOWN VICTORIAN with high ceilings, four spacious levels of living in beautiful Oak Park. This 5 BR, 3-12 BA home offers a formal entry, wood burning FP, sun room, family room, eat-in kitchen. Great flow, tons of natural light & storage throughout this beauty! .................................................................................... $675,000

CLASSIC OP BRICK BUNGALOW. Newly decorated, hardwood floors thru-out, all new windows. 1st floor has 2 BRs + tandem. One BR on 2nd floor. LL has finished rec room, BR, bathroom, laundry area. C/A, nice sized yard with patio. Two car garage. Wonderful location .................................................................................. .$395,000

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BURMA BUILT BUHRKE HOUSE combines Tudor revival & chateau style architecture elements. Gorgeous décor and impeccable attention to detail in both house and landscaped grounds. .........................................................................$2,399,000 BEAUTIFUL RIVER FOREST ESTATE features a stone and brick exterior leading to a timeless Interior. Includes a two story marble foyer, spiral s taircase, 5 fireplaces..................................................................................................................$1,895,000 REMARKABLE TUDOR with four levels of living space, 6 BRs, 7-1/2 BAs. Winding staircase to 2nd floor, French doors to DR, elaborate library, family room, game room. ............................................................................................................$1,695,000 SPECTACULAR HOME offers modern/elegant architectural design, tasteful decor and impeccable attention to detail throughout, featuring 4 BRs, and 5 full baths. .......................................................................................................................$1,595,000 SETTING A NEW STANDARD in approachable elegance, this five bedroom, 3-1/2 bath home will exceed your ex-pectations. One of a kind floor plan, and 3 fully finished levels. ........................................................................................................$1,300,000 LOVELY TUTOR HOME offers beautiful woodwork and custom built-ins throughout. Original details blend seamlessly with the updated 3-story addition....... ......................................................................................................................................$935,000 ELEGANT, GRACIOUS HOME with 4 BRs, 2-1/2 BAs offers, hardwood floors, beautiful molding, family room, eat-in kitchen, finished LL and whole house generator.................................................................................................................................$719,000 SOLID BRICK GEORGIAN located on beautiful tree-lined street. This 3 BR, 2-1/2 BA home offers generous room sizes, sitting room, French doors, family room. ........ ......................................................................................................................................$659,000 VINTAGE BRICK DUTCH COLONIAL CHARM with all of the Modern Conveniences. Wood Burning Fireplace, Chef Quality Kitchen, Family Room. Fantastic Yard. ............................................................................................................................$649,500 GREAT LOCATION & EASY LIVING in this Tri-level home. Great flow for entertaining, complete with family room. Finished LL. Growth to make it your own. . ......................................................................................................................................$639,000 THIS IS YOUR PERFECT HOME! Brick, three generous sized bedroom Georgian on corner lot. Updated kitchen, 1st Fl fam rm, fin bsmt, laundry/storage room............................................................................................................................$599,000 BEAUTIFUL 3 LEVEL SINGLE FAMILY offers 3800+ sq/ft of living! Open concept on first floor. Second floor features 4 BRs & sunroom overlooking backyard. ......................................................................................................................................$595,000

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UNPRECEDENTED ESTATE in FLW Historical district of OP! Meticulously renovated offers exquisite details and refined finishes. A showcase home! ................... ...................................................................................................................................$1,665,000 YOU WON’T BE DISAPPOINTED in this recently renovated, move-in ready E.E. Roberts. Stunning 4 BR prairie style is located in OP’s estate section.......$919,000

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CLASSIC, ELEGANT HOME exceptional design & open floor plan. Special features include dramatic double door entry, gracious foyer, limestone mantle, open great room, gourmet kit. Fin bsmt with wet-bar, game table area, rec rm, computer area and half bath. ..........$1,375,000

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PREPARE TO BE IMPRESSED with this STUNNING 5 BR brick home that was renovated from top to bottom in 2010. This home offers endless amounts of quality upgrades. Exceptional lower level like none you have ever seen. New 2 level brick and stucco heated garage. .........$1,350,000

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SPECTACULAR HOME features generously sized BRs, including Master Suite, with loads of closet space and adjoining BAs, a chef’s kitchen opens to great room. High end features, finished basement with fireplace. Two car attached/heated garage. .............................$1,200,000

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METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED NEW CONSTRUCTION built in ‘06. Open floor plan, 10’ ceilings, hdwd flrs, custom details, crown molding to door handles. High end kit, four generously sized BR, open bsmnt ready to finish................$464,000

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PERFECT 5 BEDROOM HOME with beautiful open floor plan, hardwood floors, open kitchen, 1st-floor family room. Lower level rec room with bar area. .............................................................................................................$499,000 LARGE BRICK COLONIAL beautifully renovated from top to bottom! Some updates include wood floors, plumbing, electrical, appliances, siding, roof. .... ......................................................................................................................$419,000 PRICE REDUCED JUST MOVE IN! Pride of ownership is evident. Crown molding, a remodeled cook’s kitchen, separate breakfast room with built- ins, den. A must see..........................................................................................$339,000

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Not Every Problem Has a Villain

By CATHY YEN Executive Director

ach of us uses our own individual lens to receive and interpret information. It is a tool, a defense mechanism to slay the onslaught of “news” coming at us daily. Our first instinct is to ascribe a reason for whatever problem is presented. If we know why, we know what to do about it. This process is faulty, however, when our lens is skewed or our information is incomplete. Sound bite solutions help us mentally catalogue the information. Yet we lose the opportunity to learn with objectivity and empathy. You may assume that I allude to conversations around “America To Me.” That’s a timely example, but I am thinking about recent high-profile business closings. Online chatter suggests people interpret these closings

through their own lens of personal politics or preconceived notions of how business works - or doesn’t work. Some go further, harshly judging those involved at a particularly vulnerable time. Why must there be someone to blame?

Rent is costlier here, due to scarcity, maintenance of old buildings and high taxes.

Here is the truth: I do not know why these businesses closed. Newspapers and social media cannot tell the whole story. I do know that small business is hard. There are particular challenges in Oak Park not because we are “unfriendly” but simply because of costs and our community’s decisions to prioritize other important values over creating small business supports that might mitigate those costs.

Financing is unavailable. When you run out of cash, it’s over. Selling a struggling business is unlikely. Entrepreneurs usually prefer to build new businesses than buy and fix marginal ones.

Revenue is not profit. A visibly high-volume business still might not generate enough money to cover its costs. Oak Park customers are tremendously supportive. Unfortunately, there aren’t always enough of them and they aren’t rich, either.

Labor costs are high. That is not a political statement. It simply means that Oak Park businesses have to generate additional revenue to cover costs. If they cannot, they close.

Sometimes businesses close. While disappointing, that doesn’t mean the story has a villain. Usually, it’s just math in a community where making the numbers work is hard.

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The Lobby Experience - ChangingAging Tour Lobby Experience 4:00-7:00pm In the lobby Dr. Bill Thomas and his friends have created an interactive experience for you to engage with the ideas presented in the afternoon performance, get plugged in with local culture changers’ and connect with others in your community. Dining options available on campus (within short walking distance) between performances.

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With love and gratitude from your families: Lori and Mark Boyer, Lily and James Shannon and Cory Burke, Alexander and Henry Marie and Andrew Campbell, Owen and Charlotte Kathy and Tom Chapleau, Kyle and Jake Lynne and John Chomicz, Emilia and Alice Anna and Kelly Clissold, Edward and Evelyn Travis and Faith Cole, TJ Kristin Martin and Joshua Drucker, Benjamin and Rebecca Lenita Edgeworth, Ellie Jennifer and Mike Falbo, Taia, Nate and Sam Janna and Tim Fiester, Gabriela and Leo Linda Hattersley, Cerys Rebecca and Chad Hutson, Victoria Jennifer Bridge and Mark Janka, Booker Katie and Cory Kamholz, Elise and Will

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VIEWPOINTS

Kwame Salter: The eerie Nazi parallels p. 42

Takeaways from ‘America to Me’ thus far

o far, I have watched two episodes of Steve James’ America to Me series at the high school. One scene in particular, and the reaction to it, has stayed with me. The first episode, among other storylines, followed members of the cheerleading squad, most of whom are African American. This is in contrast to the members of drill team, who are mostly white. To explain the different makeups of the two, the drill team coach explained that drill requires a background in dance, and comparatively few AfricanAmerican girls have that experience. In one scene, that same coach seemed unaware that, while the nearly all-white drill team performs at the center of the football stadium to a mostly white audience, the mostly black cheerleaders perform to mostly black students who tend to hang out at the west end of the stadium. I read an online comment by a white woman who questioned how the coach could have been so unaware of the optics and not addressed who was dancing where. Instead, I ask white viewers to approach these instances in the video by asking a different more humble question: Would I have done things differently? It seems to me James is asking white viewers to ask ourselves, generally, what proximity do we well-intending white Oak Parkers have to African Americans at OPRF and also in our surrounding community? Let me put this more bluntly: What if each white Oak Parker asked ourselves honestly about the last time we stopped anywhere in Austin, our neighbor to the east? I don’t mean driving through on the way to work downtown, either. When was the last time we spoke with anyone from Austin? When was the last time we attempted to connect with anyone from Austin? The white tone-deafness we can easily identify in some of the well-meaning white staff at OPRF is my own tone-deafness. I would do a better job exercising my empathy if I increased my proximity to African-American students at OPRF, residents of Austin, or even immigrants and refugees detained at our borders. The first two episodes leave me with a couple other takeaways: First, I am grateful to the school board, and especially board President Jackie Moore, for permitting the filming to go forward over the objections of the school administrators. Second, one thing that jumps out from the visual images: The faculty at OPRF does not come close to approximating the racial makeup of the student body which is half white while the other half is African American, Hispanic, mixed-race or Asian. How many issues in the film would be addressed if the staff roughly approximated the student body? Finally, my biggest takeaway so far is that OPRF does not need another report from experts on the reasons for the achievement gap. Instead, we need to listen to our students, students featured in the film and not, and ask them to lead us forward in a way the grownups can’t, or won’t. Jack Crowe is an Oak Park resident and executive director of Year Up – Chicago.

JACK CROWE

A plan for investing in OPRF’s future

n Sept. 11, the Imagine OPRF work group presented a draft of a five-sequence, long-term master facilities plan for OPRF High School to the District 200 Board of Education. The presentation included cost estimates for construction of the first three sequences over the next 4-5 years. The plan’s scope and costs are substantial because Imagine is recommending major and long-overdue investment in the physical facilities of OPRF. Imagine OPRF is a community-led, volunteer group of 30 community members and 10 faculty and staff. Since August 2017 we have been researching OPRF’s facilities needs, gathering input from students, faculty, staff and community members and developing a plan to address the identified needs. The group spent six months researching facilities needs, with an emphasis on students, student learning, and equity. Our detailed and rigorous process is documented at ImagineOPRF.org. The resulting list of facilities problems is long — not surprising for a nearly million-square-foot building constructed from 50 to 110 years ago. We spent the next six months prioritizing identified problems and planning to address them within constraints of landlocked space, other district priorities, and community financial concerns. The process forced us to pare down our list and set aside some of what we imagined. The resulting plan does not address all of the needs we identified. Instead, it addresses the most physically urgent problems, prioritizes student learning and safety, touches spaces used by the most students, emphasizes flexibility and multiple uses,

and makes the building welcoming and accessible to all students. The master plan draft is segmented into five sequences. Their order has been determined by a number of factors, including physical urgency of facilities, Imagine prioritization, construction impact on students, benefits of completed spaces to students, and constructability. Major components of Sequence 1 include a new Student Resource Center (library & tutoring center) in the core of the building; renovated and expanded Special Education facilities, including those serving students with the most profound needs; and 76 renovated or new classrooms, including expanded visual arts spaces. The cost estimate is $28.5 million. Sequence 2 replaces the southeast corner of the building with a new, four-story physical education facility to house locker rooms for all students, a competition gymnasium, a multi-purpose dance room, a swimming pool, a weight room, faculty and staff offices, and new dressing and props rooms for performing arts. The cost estimate for this new construction and its green roof is $66.7 million. Sequence 3 replaces the southwest corner of the building with a new four-story performing arts and physical education structure containing music facilities, a black box theatre, a stage craft facility, a multipurpose wrestling room, a multi-purpose gymnastics space, an adaptive gymnasium/cardio room, and a green roof. This sequence will create a new main entrance, Student Commons, elevators, and bathrooms.

MIKE POIRIER & LYNN KAMENITSA One View

See IMAGINE OPRF on page 42

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Imagine ambitiously

magine OPRF, a volunteer-driven, year-long effort to assess the massive and aged physical plant that is Oak Park and River Forest High School came to the public and to the school board Tuesday night with its plan. To the surprise of no one who has closely followed this ambitious planning effort, the draft plan is expansive and it is expensive. The committee proposes undertaking the first notable updating of the school in a half-century in five phases over, at least, 6-10 years. In some detail, the Imagine OPRF plan lays out phases 1, 2 and 3 with a substantial $145 million ballpark price tag attached. In two villages feeling the pressure of steep property taxes, this is a consequential number. No one should deny that or sugarcoat it. Having effectively and inappropriately “pre-taxed” its constituents by some $100 million over a decade or so does give the school district a notable down payment on this necessary updating and remaking of a high school where the oldest parts date back more than 110 years. Wednesday Journal has been beating this school about the ears for a long, long time over its unfair and unethical collection of excess tax dollars. But the reality is that the money is banked and is best invested in long-term capital projects than leaked out in overly generous pay raises. (Which reminds us: What is the status of the faculty contract negotiations? Is everyone content to work without a contract? For how long?) Paying down the reserves will need to be blended with other long-term financing options inevitably requiring some sort of tax increase referendum. There is a lot of studying left to be done. None of us, though, ought to be dismissive of this draft plan. Old buildings used for dynamic purposes need more than floor wax and occasional rewiring. Education has changed — the way we teach and the way we learn. This fine old building has not changed much in the 50-plus years since the last addition and upgrades were made. Our thanks to the intrepid volunteers who dove into this complex project. They considered changes in technology, the growth of special education, the need for added vocational opportunities, expansion of essential arts and athletic extracurriculars, the ways the building could foster equity and opportunity, and the need to support collaboration among teachers. Open community meetings are planned as early as next month. This plan will surely evolve. The response of the school board and the administration will certainly be debated in next spring’s school board election. There are many, many questions to be asked, refined and answered. Here’s the challenge to Oak Park and River Forest: Let’s have a discussion that draws more people in rather than dividing us into camps. Let’s find consensus, not victories. Let’s respect the strong work of this committee rather than undermining it, knowing that the process will continue. Investing in our public high school is a necessity and an opportunity. It’s not a battle.

Economy Shop is 100 One of Oak Park’s great, unique treasures is a century old: The Economy Shop. It combined thrift, recycling and charity into a powerful and positive force in our village. Since 1919 it has drawn donations of clothing, dishes, toys, electronics, you name it, into 16 rooms of local philanthropic giving, all tucked into an old house at South Boulevard and Grove. This is a place of generosity and friendship, discovery and delight. Happy anniversary.

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So let us pick up the stones over which we stumble, friends, and build altars. Let us listen to the sound of breath in our bodies. Let us listen to the sounds of our own voices, of our own names, of our own fears. Let us name the harsh light and soft darkness that surround us. Let’s claw ourselves out from the graves we’ve dug. Let’s lick the earth from our fingers. Let us look up and out and around. The world is big and wide and wild and wonderful and wicked, and our lives are murky, magnificent, malleable, and full of meaning. Oremus. Let us pray.

Padraig O Tuama

sometimes wonderful twists and turns. I’m comforted to see how much diversity there is in line — ages, ethnicities, hair styles — sometimes within a single family. Young-adult couples come through, too, which reassures me even more. It’s a good mix, the way it ought to be. It comprises a representative sample of those who make up our shared community. One of my co-workers notes that at the end of each season, he’s ready to be done with it and eager to get on with the next. That too, I suppose, is the way it ought to be. The seasons condition us to welcome what comes next though I’m always reluctant to let go of summer. Yet even I eventually come around. Serving coffee at Farmers Market is a reminder that it’s time to put my seasonal turn signal on. One of the pleasures of growing older is setting such markers, familiar milestones in the year’s progress that give us something to look forward to and generate a little excitement for what’s to come. Serving coffee at Farmers Market is one of those markers. The day before was another. I finished four days down in the Loop, tagging along with a group of priests, p , some still active in official Church circles, the rest active in the many other act ministries life affords that allow us to a exercise th the human desire for service. Aging with grace, these A 78-year-olds, who studied in 78-ye Rome Rom together during the Second Seco Vatican Council in the ’60s ’6 when the Catholic Church Churc opened the windows and, in a fairy tale moment, embraced healthy change, still come he together every few years for reunions. Witty and wise wis and a refreshing antidote to the th underside of Catholic clericalism, they are a cler reminder, as the stage re manager in Our Town puts it, that creation is not just about quantity. It’s also about quality. Four days of quality reminded me that life is good and a gift and worth living — right up till the end. On my way home, I stopped in Daley Plaza, where food trucks had gathered to satisfy myriad hungers, but I was looking ahead a couple of months to the German holiday market that fills this space following Thanksgiving and leading to Christmas. Wandering the stalls and sharing mugs of mulled wine, huddled in the warming house, is a cherished seasonal marker, a place with many quality memories attached over the past 20 years. I marveled at the twists and turns a year takes and the fact that, from time to time, I find myself living the kind of life I always wanted to live and always imagined living, and how, from time to time, these markers remind me how much I love being alive. Seasons, it seems, turn not just all around us, but also within.

KEN

TRAINOR

he season turned decidedly toward autumn last week. Gloomy, rainy, breezy, chilly to the point where jackets were at least contemplated, if not worn, and umbrella-ed pedestrians dodged each other in passing on the sidewalks. Thursday, Friday, Saturday. A seasonal shift was in the air. On Saturday, I served coffee and orange juice under the donut tent at Farmers Market, an annual service rendered for the past 15 Septembers or so, a good cause raising funds to award educational scholarships for women. Friends who belong to the organization recruited me, but I didn’t need much coaxing. The duties are pleasant and not too complicated. I work the 6:30 to 9:30 shift, which is a little early to be up and about, but when nI arrive, I always wonder why I don’t do it more often. One of the veterans of the donut production line says both donut and produce sales att the market have declined clined in recent years. Theories heories range from health h considerations (donuts, after all) to the proliferating popularity of competing ng farmers markets, to the ready availability ty of quality produce at Pete’s, Whole Foods and sundry other grocers. But competitors don’t have a circle of minstrels serenading shoppers or the high concentration of well-met neighbors schmoozing in clumps within these friendly confines, and, of course, donuts after all. A number of customers say they need a cup of coffee and faces confirm it. Often they’re accompanied by energized wee ones who don’t share the sleepy vibe of their more slowly moving guardians. Some of these little folk make their own request with adorable upturned eyes and wellrehearsed politeness. An old-timer specifically asks for “high-octane,” which you don’t hear much anymore. Some customers know me and pass along updates. I learn about the death of a longtime neighbor across the street. Another tells me that, after the death of his son, he found out about a daughter he never knew he had. We marvel at life’s strange, unpredictable, and

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Oak Park Film Fest showcases ‘Reel Resistance’

his year’s free film festival hosted by this reporter, this Saturday, Sept. 15., 9 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Oak Park Public Library, 834 Lake St., launches a year-long inquiry into “resistance cinema” in our “hands-up/don’t shoot” era. The cinematic subject allows for intense investigation of the ways individuals, collectives, and institutions foment change and cross borders. Through this visual inquiry, we seek to provoke debate, confront convention and promote actions of social justice in our festival’s unique form of visual rebellion.

■ 10:09 to 10:14 a.m. - “I Am an American,” Dir. Quintrel Brown (5 min.). “Four years after the Michael Brown murder by a bad apple cop, Ferguson remains a metaphor for the Black Lives Matter Movement,” said my Columbia Culture, Race and Media student. ■ 10:15 to 10:19 a.m. - “Inside Manzanar,” produced and directed by my students, (4 min.). “My pregnant Japanese-American grandmother had to walk a mile in the snow to deliver my mom at Manzanar detention center in World War II,” said Wednesday Journal employee Lourdes Nicholls to my spellbound class. Here’s the 2018 Program: “It matters in today’s racially-charged environment when Latinx fami■ 9 to 9:05 a.m. - Welcome, introlies are ripped apart at the U.S./ ductions, report from an “enlightMexican border, where kids are ened witness,” local actress/jourdetained in one camp and their nalist Alice Brandee Brown. parents in another as the U.S. ■ 9:05 to 9:48 a.m. - “Lorraine H. government tries to send a cruel Morton: A Life Worthwhile” (43 message,” Nicholls said. min.), DVD, Dir. Dino Robinson. It’s about Evanston’s first black female ■ 10:24 to 10:30 a.m. “Gwenmayor who is 100. dolyn Brooks: The Oracle of Bronzeville,” Dir. Rana Segal (6 ■ 9:48 to 9:50 a.m. - “America to min.). This trailer documents Oak Me” trailer, Dir. Steve James (3 Park sculptor Margot McMahon’s min.). Co-producer John Condne work on Brooks. and subjects Tab & Patricia Washington introduce the short on the ■ 10:31 to 10:36 a.m. - “AyisienPolonaise” (Haitian-Polish) trailer 10-part Starz series airing Sunday (5 min.). Dir. Elsie Hernandez and nights about equity issues at Oak P.J. Grajnert, examines the long Park and River Forest High School. link between these two communi■ 9:51 to 10:04 a.m. - “Fountain ties. of Tears,” Dir. Kyeongbok Lee (14 min). Stars Oak Park’s Joyce Porter ■ 10:38 to 10:42 a.m. - “Cuba Si! playing a Polish mom to a neo-Nazi Bloqueo No!” (4 min.). Dir. Maria son in this moving short. Meade and Alana Saad. This short takes a look at a Pilsen gallery photo exhibit ■ 10:05 to 10:08 a.m. - “Dreams of Darkness,” Dir. critiquing the draconian U.S. blockade against Cuba Nicholas Malden. (3 min.). Devastated by his wife’s citizens. disappearance, Derek Fabry, enters a nightmarish world of the occult, erotic evil and supernatural se■ 10:45 to 11:45 a.m. - “The Michael D. McCarty duction. Renee Domenz introduces this thriller. Story” (60 min.). Dir. Arielle Nobile. The story centers on a West Side student-turnedrevolutionary during the turbulent ’60s. It’s beautifully shot & boldly told by a former Black Panther who’s now a speaker. ■ 11:45 to 11:58 a.m. - (13 min.). Bilingual panel discussion is led by local Afro-Cuban writer Jan PenaDavis, whose Black Panther brother, Jimmie Brewton, fled to Havana in 1970. She discusses the 50th anniversary of the Black Panther Party with directors Arielle Nobile, Angelo Williams and former Black Panthers, including Billy “Che” Brooks. ■ Noon to 1 p.m. - “Black Che, The Panther” (60 min). Dir. Angelo Williams (DVD). This raw documentary by a young African-American male filmmaker captures the revolutionary essence of the former Panther, Billy “Che” Brooks. PROVIDED For more visit https://www.facebook. CITIZENS: Japanese internees at the Manzanar detention camp in com/oakparkfilmfest.

California during WWII.

STAN WEST

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JOURNAL of Oak Park and River Forest

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What makes a hero?

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INSPIRED: A mural dedicated to Percy Julian on the northwest side of the middle school that bears his name was recently dedicated.

The new Julian mosaic mural is a masterpiece

The recent dedication ceremony for the new Julian mosaic mural was absolutely fabulous, a wonderful project for students and local artists to work on, which has resulted in a true masterpiece. The Julian Spoken Word students gave an amazing poetic performance to honor Dr. Julian’s legacy. And what an inspiration it was to hear from Faith Julian, who fully displayed the passion-

ate spirit of her father, who persisted in seizing the opportunities to achieve great works and make the world a better place. Dr. Julian was a pioneer in the truest sense of the word in his work as a scientist and in courageously promoting racial progress. His spirit truly lives on in our community, as was evident at the ceremony. I’m glad I had the opportunity to contribute to this project and

offer tribute to the enormously positive impact my time at Julian has had on my life, while giving current students something worthwhile to do, as part of a larger effort to honor Dr. Julian. It was a great day to be part of the Julian community. And I’m very proud to be an alumnus, class of 2005.

Paul Rubio Oak Park

‘America to Me’ emphasizes the negative I have lived in Austin, Oak Park’s neighbor to the east, for 48 years. It saddens me to see a destructive mindset now at work in Oak Park that a half-century ago fought Austin’s efforts to constructively address the challenges then facing our community. Many Austinites were committed to staying. Through established neighborhood institutions like the Town Hall Assembly, we sought, unsuccessfully, increased police protection to address the neighborhood’s rising crime rate. Changing the attendance boundaries of Austin High School, then the premier Chicago public high school, to slow down rapid racial change, was denounced as racist. Instead of recognizing our efforts as sincere and essential, we were tarred with the brush of bigotry. The first two episodes of America

to Me resurrect the same self-serving pattern. My bi-racial son attended Oak Park and River Forest High School as a tuition student. Soon after his enrollment, I was asked to attend a conference with a counsellor, who told me that Aaron was having attitudinal issues. In the ensuing months, care and attentiveness were directed his way, compassion and understanding. By the time of his graduation, with extraordinary support, he had found his bearings and went on to receive his undergraduate degree at the University of Illinois Champaign-Urbana. Anyone who knows anything about OPRF High School knows that Aaron’s story is the rule, not the rare exception. No doubt such would not make for compelling or controversial or remunerative TV. No money there. The dishonesty of

America to Me is that it selectively chooses to focus on the fact that OPRF is not perfect, that it could do better. It cherry picks for the rotten apple. It broadcasts unsubstantiated calumnies without soliciting rebuttal. The truth is, as Theodore Roosevelt taught us, “It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood, who strives valiantly, who errs, who comes short again and again, because there is no effort without error and shortcoming, but who does actually strive to do the deeds.”

Joe English

Austin

e’ve buried two American heroes: Aretha Franklin and John McCain. both captured the imagination and affection of the American people; they both survived extreme mistreatment and suffering. In the end, they survived, realized their mettle and charged into life, sometimes in imperfect ways. McCain’s is a storybook kind of heroism. Born into a distinguished military family, he barely measured up at the Naval Academy, and graduated close to the bottom of a 500-member class. But he was no screw-up. He volunteered for Vietnam, and was piloting a plane when he was shot down and put in a prison camp. He suffered 5½ years of torture, broken bones that never healed properly, and isolation. He was offered release because of his family status but turned it down and refused to leave his fellow POWs behind. I never thought much about him, as I rarely think much about conservative Republicans. I thought his choice of Sarah Palin as a running mate was bone-headed, but I took notice when he defended Obama against a woman on the campaign trail in 2008 who questioned Obama’s ethnicity. Then in the last two years as almost all elected Republicans have caved to Trump’s crass disrespect for the Constitution and other human beings, McCain challenged Trump whenever he could, and became the party’s voice of sanity. I read his latest book, The Restless Wave, and really learned a lot, particularly about America’s role in foreign policy. I wonder if you have to suffer in order to be considered a hero, or if overcoming that suffering is part of what makes a hero. Certainly they both suffered greatly. Aretha’s voice was and will always be a national treasure. The night she died, I was reading a book, having a glass of wine

and listening to classical music on WFMT when they ended the hour with Aretha filling in for Luciano Pavarotti on “Nessun Dorma,” which she performed in place of the ill Pavarotti. Chills and tears. As I write this, I’m trying to get my Alexa to download both versions. I had no idea her childhood was so awful. It’s clear to me as I’ve read about her life, it’s a miracle she survived and was able to lift us up with her voice and charisma. But who lifted her up? She survived and thrived, but she was a used and abused child. She had a baby at the age of 12 when she should have been perfecting her Double Dutch moves (God, I loved Double Dutch). She had a second baby at the age of 14. The tragedy is that there is no such thing as consensual sex at the age of 12 or 14; it’s called rape. Clearly, nobody was watching out for her. No one was held responsible. Her mother had left the family, apparently after the father’s abuse. Aretha was in her famous preacher-father’s custody and he didn’t protect her. He does, however, get credit for starting and advancing her career. Just yuck. She survived and thrived, but it’s not surprising that she was often a cranky diva, insisted in being paid in cash for her concerts, and carried her purse onstage. I marvel at her gift, her grit and her strength. And that oncein-a-lifetime voice. R-E-S-P-E-C-T, Aretha. A word about the funerals. They were beautiful, inspiring, touching and too damn long. Aretha’s lasted all day and McCain’s was over three hours. Did people know in advance? I didn’t see anybody handing out water or people with their own water bottles, let alone snacks and lunch. Speaking of water, did the invitations recommend Depends? I won’t name names, but I was “feeling the pain” for some of the speakers in my age group.

MARY KAY O’GRADY

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Back to school, prepared to do my best

hen I was in grade school, the academic year ended in the middle of June and resumed the day after Labor Day. By the time the middle of August rolled around, my buddies and I were bored — and ready to return to school. We had done everything — baseball, swimming, reading and just hanging out — and we could no longer think of anything else to do that would be fun. My mother was not about to send me back to school in scuffed shoes and soiled pants and shirts, so off she and I went to Lake Street a week before school was to begin. There were no shopping malls in those days, so we limited ourselves to the one local store that my mother held in high esteem. The store I refer to was Wieboldt’s on the southwest corner of Lake and Harlem in River Forest. The first stop was the shoe department. It was imperative that my shoes fit properly, and this was ensured by having my shod

feet checked for size via the foot X-ray machine. When the test proved favorable, I was gifted with two pair of oxfords — one black and one brown — both of the shoestring type. The next items to be purchased were pants, shirts, underwear and white socks. The pants were chinos and the shirts were six-button, plain cotton. I was now fit to go to school. On the day school began, the teachers gave each student a list of supplies that had to be brought to class the next day. No excuses were accepted for failing to bring the supplies to school. Since the first day of school ended at noon, my mother and I walked south on Oak Park Avenue in the early afternoon to Reyff ’s, which was on the west side of Oak Park Avenue between Lake and North Boulevard. Reyff ’s was a combination dime store and

toy store, so while my mother was picking out school supplies, I would try to elude her and slip into the toy area. My attempts failed each year. Students were required to have a notebook for each class, which meant five notebooks, a half-dozen pencils, a filled ink bottle, and a fountain pen. The fountain pens were a mess because if a person didn’t buy an expensive one ($4), the pen would drip ink on one’s hands and papers. Years later when I saw a picture of the Rorschach test, the picture reminded me of some of my assignments. At last I was fully equipped to do battle with math, English, literature, science and history. The academic action took place in a building divided into three separate parts, with the kindergarten first and second grades in

JOHN

STANGER

the east wing, the third and fourth grades in the west wing, and grades five through eight in the middle section. The wooden floors were swept daily with oiled sawdust, and the bathrooms were cleaned daily with a powerful-smelling chemical that almost knocked one over onto the floor. Every year during elementary school, when my family sat for supper on the evening of the first day of school, family members would ask me how I liked my teachers, were there any new students, and was I prepared to do my best. I had three answers — yes, yes, yes — and these positive answers ended the interrogation. John Stanger is a lifelong resident of Oak Park, a 1957 graduate of OPRF High School, married with three grown children and five grandchildren, and a retired English professor (Elmhurst College). Living two miles from where he grew up, he hasn’t gotten far in 78 years.

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Ducks will race down Salk Creek from the Washington Avenue Bridge to Brookfield Village Hall

Only a $5 Donation to Enter the Race! Watch approximately 1,000 rubber ducks race to the finish line to win prizes for their adoptive parents and benefit a great non-profit dedicated to supporting Brookfield’s beautification.

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Saturday, September 22 at Noon Great Prizes! 1st Place Winner Gets up to $500 2nd Place Winner up to $250 3rd Place Winner gets up to $100 Enjoy a full day of activities at the

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Slipping into darkness We must not become a nation of onlookers.

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

e, Americans, are being strenuously tested. Can we, and will we, step up to the challenges facing both our social relationships and our political institutions? We have not been a perfect nation during our 242-year history. We have a lot to be ashamed of in our history. We also have a lot to be proud of in our efforts to make America live up to its ideals. I believe we can learn much from another great nation that succumbed to nativism and bigotry. Germany has always been an advanced country with intelligent and sensible people. After an embarrassing defeat in WWI, the German people followed a megalomaniacal politician. He promised to make Germany “great again.” He enthralled the people with promises of jobs, global respect, and revenge against those who had defeated and shamed the country. However, his most sinister ambition was to rid Germany of what he considered “undesirables.” Jews, socialists, Catholics, Roma people (so-called gypsies), the handicapped and gays were targeted and used to advance his purity-of-theAryan-race dream. This despicable human being had a nefarious plan to achieve his objective. He would, first of all, find and label one group of people as the reason for Germany’s defeat and subsequent economic woes. The Jews of Germany became both scapegoats and victims of the National Socialist Party, better known as the Nazi party. He railed against their presence in Germany at every opportunity. He incited violence against them. He questioned their loyalty to Germany. The legislative body, the Reichstag, was effectively neutralized. With no one to provide checks and balances on him or his party, he proceeded to implement his murderous vision. While there was dissent and active resistance early on, it was quashed by the government and police apparatus. In addition to his attack on German Jews and others, he silenced the press. His fondness for autocrats, dictators and despots found him cozying up to Fascists like Mussolini and despots like Stalin. The news medium became an unchecked outlet for his propaganda. Lying was considered a legitimate and effective way to influence and con-

trol the German people. Hitler believed the lie told had to be a big lie. According to a translation of Mein Kampf, Chapter 10, by James Murphy, the future Fuhrer writes, “that in the big lie there is always a certain force of credibility; because the broad masses of a nation are always more easily corrupted in the deeper strata of their emotional nature than consciously or voluntarily; and thus in the primitive simplicity of their minds they readily fall victims to the big lie than the small lie, since they themselves often tell small lies in little matters but would be ashamed to resort to largescale falsehoods. It would never come into their heads to fabricate colossal untruths, and they would not believe that others could have the impudence to distort the truth so infamously.” What happened in Nazi Germany could happen to any country/nation, given the right circumstances. One of the keys to having the right circumstances is the constant promulgation of fear, hatred, and division. Another key is the pacification and criminalizing of dissent. Dissent becomes unpatriotic, treasonous speech and disloyalty to the Leader. Equally important to the despotic leader is to either neutralize or mobilize parts of the populace. Those elements of the populace who are not immediately threatened often are unconcerned or dismissive of those being targeted. Martin Niemoller, a prominent Lutheran pastor in Germany and one-time Nazi sympathizer explained why it is important to be an active resister to an evil empire. After the end of WWII, he famously said: “First, they came for the socialists, and I did not speak out because I was not a socialist. Then they came for the trade unionists, and I did not speak out because I was not a trade unionist. Then they came for the Jews, and I did not speak out because I was not a Jew. Then they came for me and there was no one left to speak for me.” Here in our great country, dissent and protest, as well as a free press, are bulwarks against tyranny and the emergence of an autocrat. Democracy is not, as they say, a spectator sport. To ensure that our young experiment in protecting democracy does “not perish from this earth,” we must remain vigilant and active. Every election counts — so vote. Your vote is both your sword and shield. We must never become a “nation of onlookers.”

KWAME SALTER

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Threats to voter rights: What’s at stake?

Did you know that the Illinois database of voter records was breached by Russian Intelligence prior to the 2016 election? While it may not have affected the election, could this happen again? Is there a threat of voter suppression because of Crosscheck? Will your vote be safely recorded? Do you know your rights? How can we encourage voter turnout? On Monday, Sept. 17, from 7-8:30 p.m. in the Veterans Room at the Oak Park Public Library, the League of Women Voters of Oak Park and River Forest will present a Community Forum on Threats to Voter Rights: What’s at Stake? Ami Gandhi, director of Voting Rights and Civic Empowerment for the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights; Edwin C. Yohnka, director of Communications and Pub-

lic Policy at ACLU Illinois; and Andy Kang, executive director, Asian Americans Advancing Justice, Chicago are our panelists. Jan Dorner, voter services co-chair and board member, Illinois League of Women Voters, will present the league positions of the issues. There will be a question-and-answer session following the presentation. All concerned citizens are invited to attend. Be an informed voter. Register and vote. Bring a friend and/or neighbor with you to the polls. Every vote counts. Deputy voter registrars will be in attendance to register voters.

Marge Massarello

President League of Women Voters OP-RF

Get it together, Oak Park After a great Labor Day weekend, I came home to find myself being cited by the village for some weeds growing in my carport and in between mine and my neighbor’s garage (these weeds were maybe a maximum of 2-3 feet high). It’s “funny” since my neighbor to the north of me was cited for the weeds when clearly it was not his property. What is up with you, Oak Park? You send someone to cite a few of my neighbors and the person writing these citations can’t even discern a simple property line by looking a fence separating properties? What are you doing to make me want to live here after my kids graduate from your wonderful high school? You raise my taxes to the point where it makes me and my neighbors beyond upset. What are we exactly getting from your increases? Did you not get something like

$10K by charging people for plastic grocery bags in a month or something? This OPRF documentary is so damning to the community and your do-nothing school board, I wonder who is going to want to buy my house and send their kids there after all of this mess. How many more years of insane increases do you think people can deal with? You will be pricing people out of here fairly quickly. People are already looking to leave. This “diversity” you are so proud of will be gone, since only the wealthy will be able to stick around. It doesn’t seem that anyone gives a rip about a bike sharing program either, by the way. Get it together, Oak Park. Be wise. Spend smart.

IMAGINE OPRF

our high school building 50 years ago. The Imagine plan is an investment in the future that addresses the accumulated needs of past decades. Decisions about how to finance the five sequences rest with the D200 board, but Imagine is working with them to determine how the work could be organized to enable D200 to finance early work by leveraging resources on hand. Oak Park and River Forest are unique and historic communities, known as wonderful places to raise families in great public schools. OPRF is the iconic centerpiece of our educational communities. The school requires investment if it is to continue to serve all students — current and future — in their pursuit of excellence and equity. We need to find a way to make this investment happen. We invite you to learn more at the Imagine Community Conversation on Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. in OPRF’s South Cafeteria, 201 S. Scoville Ave. Mike Poirier and Lynn Kamenitsa are cochairs of the Imagine OPRF Team.

from page 37 The cost estimate is $49.6 million. Sequence 4 renovates 33 classrooms and science labs, relocates student services and administrative offices to the new Student Commons, and renovates faculty offices. Sequence 5 renovates the remaining classrooms, faculty offices, and Student Commons area, replaces the existing field house with a relocated competition gym and a two-story, five-court field house with a 200-meter track, and makes improvements to the west fields and the stadium. Imagine is not providing a construction plan for sequences 4 and 5, which are likely to be undertaken more than six years from now, so there are no cost estimates. The plan costs are substantial, but so is the work to be done and benefits gained. Our community last made major investments in

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Jack Hogan, 78 Renaissance man

John F. “Jack” Hogan, 78, of Oak Park, died on Saturday, Aug. 11, 2018. Born on June 29, 1940 in Akron, Ohio, he spent his childhood in Palatine and went on to graduate from Southern Illinois University, later receiving a MBA from the University of Chicago. He had a long career in banking operations and was a banking consultant. He loved traveling to many places in the U.S. and overseas. A Renaissance man at heart, he loved music, even performing as a jazz JACK HOGAN drummer. He also loved cooking and was a grill master and gourmet cook upon his retirement and was a longtime active member of St. Paul’s United Church of Christ. Jack Hogan was the husband of Sonja Rae for 42 years; the father of Julie (Allison) Hogan and Steve (Angie) Hogan and the stepfather of Scott (Karen) Ward, Derek Ward and Jason Ward; grandfather of Anderson, Blakely, Mark and Heather; brother of Michael (Kathy) Hogan; and the uncle of many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Sat-

urday, Sept. 15 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul United Church of Christ, 2335 N. Orchard St. in Chicago, followed by interment. Arrangements were handled by Drechsler, Brown & Williams Funeral Home, 708-383-3191 or www. drechslerbrownwilliams.com.

Roberta Setzler, 80 Studio owner and potter

Roberta D. Setzler, 80, of Oak Park, died on Sept. 6, 2018. Born in Camden, New Jersey in 1938, she grew up in “South Jersey,” graduated from Lower Camden County Regional High School in 1955, and from the University of Connecticut in 1982 with a B.A. degree in Fine Arts in pottery. She married Frederick Bruce Setzler in 1960 and owned and operated Mud Slingers Studio in Manchester, Connecticut from 1982 until her retirement in 1999. In 2010, she moved to Oak Park. Roberta Setzler is survived by her children, Mindy (the late Mark) Kolodziej, Dean (Eileen), Todd (Lori), Glenn, Lee and Scott (Ross Norwood); and her 15 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick, in 1995; and her siblings, Alda (Arthur) Brewin and Vincent (the late Shirley) Rossi. Services are planned for Friday, Sept. 14 and Saturday, Sept. 15 in Manchester, Connecticut. For details, contact John F. Tierney Funeral Home, 860-643-1222.

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JOURNAL of Oak Park and River Forest

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Patricia Malespin, 81 Parkview Presbyterian Church member

Patricia Ann Malespin (nee Sooy), 81, of Oak Park, died on July 13, 2018. Born on Feb. 5, 1937 in Baltimore, Maryland, she was raised by her mother, Ann Sooy, and her stepfather, Mark Sooy, in Warrington, Pennsylvania, a small town outside of Philadelphia. An only child, on a small farm, she helped her uncles grow corn and tomatoes, and also helped raise chickens and other farm animals. PATRICIA MALESPIN She was very close to her Aunt Elsie, who helped take care of her mother later in life. She attended Wildwood High School in Wildwood, New Jersey, and graduated with the class of 1955, then left New Jersey for Fort Lauderdale, Florida, where she met her husband, Robert. Shortly after, they relocated to Lansing, Michigan, to pursue a career in music. She had a deep love for classical music and was a violinist in school.

After a few years in Michigan, she finally settled in Oak Park. There she had her only child, Erick Daniel Malespin, on Feb. 23, 1970. She worked for many years for a large bank in downtown Chicago, processing adjustments to customer accounts. After retiring, she purchased her own condo in Oak Park, where her charm and outgoing personality made her a well-known figure around town. A devout Christian, she was an active member of her congregation at Parkview Presbyterian Church and would take every opportunity to donate and volunteer her time, to help out and contribute to numerous charitable organizations. She was also an avid animal lover, and would give to local animal shelters and humane societies. Patricia Ann Malespin left a lasting impression with her sense of humor, outgoing and bubbly personality, and genuine love of life. She will be truly missed. Patricia is survied by her son, Erick D. Malespin, and her cousins, James West and Jeffrey West. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, Sept. 23, 2018, at noon at Parkview Presbyterian Church, 641 S. Oak Park Ave, Oak Park, IL 60304. All are welcome. Concessions and refreshments will be available at the conclusion of service. In lieu of flowers, family is requesting donations to the Epilepsy Foundation of America or Parkview Presbyterian Church in Patricia Ann Malespin’s name.

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Religion Guide Methodist

Check First.

First United Methodist Church of Oak Park

First Congregational Church of Maywood

400 N. Fifth Avenue (1 block north of Lake St.) Come join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 11 am Pastor Elliot Wimbush will be preaching the message. Refreshments and fellowship follow the service. 708-344-6150 firstchurchofmaywood.org When you're looking for a place to worship the Lord, Check First.

You’re Invited to A Church for All Nations A Church Without Walls SERVICE LOCATION Forest Park Plaza 7600 W. Roosevelt Road Forest Park, IL 60130

William S. Winston Pastor (708) 697-5000 Sunday Service 7AM, 9AM & 11:15AM

LIVE Webcast - 11:15AM Service Believer’s Walk of Faith Broadcast Schedule (Times in Central Standard Time) Television DAYSTAR (M-F)

3:30-4:00pm

Nationwide

WJYS-TV (M-F)

6:30-7:00am

Chicago, IL.

WCIU-TV (Sun.)

10:30-11:00am

Chicago, IL.

Word Network

10:30-11:00am

Nationwide

(M-F)

www.livingwd.org www.billwinston.org

West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N. Harlem Avenue River Forest Meet our Rabbi, Adir Glick Pray, learn, and celebrate with our caring, progressive, egalitarian community. Interfaith families are welcome. Accredited Early Childhood Program Religious School for K thru 12 Daily Morning Minyan Weekly Shabbat Services Friday 6:30pm & Saturday 10:00am Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 708.366.9000 www.wsthz.org

324 N. Oak Park Avenue 708-383-4983 www.firstUMCoakpark.org Sunday School for all Ages, 9am Sunday Worship, 10am Children’s Chapel during Worship Rev. Katherine Thomas Paisley, Pastor Professionally Staffed Nursery Fellowship Time after Worship Presbyterian

Fair Oaks

Lutheran—ELCA

United Lutheran Church

409 Greenfield Street (at Ridgeland Avenue) Oak Park Holy Communion with nursery care and children’s chapel each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. www.unitedlutheranchurch.org

708/386-1576

Lutheran-Independent

Grace Lutheran Church

7300 W. Division, River Forest David R. Lyle, Senior Pastor David W. Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Lauren Dow Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Ed. 9:45 a.m. Childcare Available

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920 Sunday Schedule Christian Education for All Ages 9:00am Worship Service 10:00am

Child care available 9-11am

fairoakspres.org OAK PARK MEETING OF FRIENDS (Quakers) Meeting For Worship Sundays at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Please call 708-445-8201 www.oakparkfriends.org

Roman Catholic

Ascension Catholic Church

Grace Lutheran School

Preschool - 8th Grade Bill Koehne, Principal 366-6900, graceriverforest.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

Christ Lutheran Church

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, 9:30am Adult Bible Class, 10:45am 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

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m., 5:30 p.m. Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. M–F Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m. Parish Office: 708-848-4417 Religious Ed Phone: 708-848-7220

Roman Catholic

St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 107TH YEAR! Sat. Masses: 8:30am & 5:00pm SUNDAY MASSES: 8:00am & 10:30am 10:30 Mass-Daycare for all ages CCD Sun. 9am-10:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 9am & 4pm Weekday Masses: Monday–Friday 6:30am Church Office: 708-366-0839 CCD: 708-366-3553 www.stbern.com Pastor: Fr. Stanislaw Kuca

St. Giles Family Mass Community

We welcome all to attend Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. on the St. Giles Parish campus on the second floor of the school gym, the southernmost building in the school complex at 1034 North Linden Avenue. Established in 1970, we are a laybased community within St. Giles Roman Catholic Parish. Our Mass is family-friendly. We encourage liturgically active toddlers. Children from 3 to 13 and young adults play meaningful parts in each Sunday liturgy. Together with the parish, we offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a Montessori-based religious education program for children in grades K-8. For more information, go to http://www.stgilesparish.org/ family-mass-community or call Bob Wielgos at 708-288-2196.

Traditional Catholic

The Traditional Catholic Latin Mass

Our Lady Immaculate Church 410 Washington Blvd Oak Park. 708-524-2408 Mass Times: Sat. 8:00am Sun. 7:30 & 10:00am Operated by Society of St. Pius X. Confessions 1 hr. before each mass

Third Unitarian Church 10AM Sunday Forum 11AM Service Rev. Colleen Vahey thirdunitarianchurch.org (773) 626-9385 301 N. Mayfield, Chicago Committed to justice, not to a creed

Upcoming Religious Holidays

Sep 12 Hijra - New Year Islam 13 Ganesh Chaturthi Hindu 14 Elevation of the Life-giving Cross (Holy Cross) Christian Paryushana Parva Jain 19 Yom Kippur Jewish 21 Ashura Islam 22 Equinox Mabon-Ostara Wicca Northern and Southern hemispheres 24-31 Sukkot Jewish 27 Meskal Ethiopian Orthodox Christian 29 Michael and All Angels Christian Oct 1 Shemini Atzeret Jewish

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RIVERSIDE PARKS & RECREATION ASST Riverside Parks and Recreation is looking for a highly motivated individual eager to participate in all aspects of the recreation business. The Recreation Assistant would have administrative responsibilities utilizing RecTrac! and be responsible for instructing classes, supporting with special events, running athletic leagues, as well as day to day assistance with school year and summer camp programs, and helping with the development of recreation offerings throughout the community.

RIVERSIDE PARKS AND RECREATION BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL COUNSELOR Riverside Parks & Recreation seeks Before & After School Counselors to work with children 6-14 years of age from August 2018 to June 2019. This part-time position typically works M–F mornings (6:15 AM–8:05 AM) and afternoons (2:30– 6:15), approx.. 17-30 hours weekly throughout the year with increased hours during school breaks and days off. Pay $8.75 per hour and up. Requirements include: * Must pass CPR/First Aid Certification–provided by RPRD * At least one year prior camp and/ or leadership experience * Knowledge/experience in an assortment of sports and activities * Exhibits dependability, punctuality, patience, teamwork, self-control and enthusiasm * Possesses good leadership abilities and responsibility * Has the ability to work with minimal supervision with children ages 6-14 years of age * Excellent character, integrity and adaptability * Available for training prior to start of the school calendar year * Must be able to participate in a variety of physical activities requiring energetic enthusiasm *Love for working with children

SAL’S POWER WASHING PART-TIME, FULL-TIME Seeking to fill 3-5 Fleet Washing positions. Positions Require: —Clean Appearance —Drug-Free —Valid Driver’s License —Clean Driving Record —Ability to Speak English $10.00 PER HOUR STARTING PAY CALL 708-351-5236

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ADVERTISING SALES REP Do you have sales experience? Are you well networked in the local community? J.S. PALUCH COMPANY National Publisher of Church Bulletins *Full & Part Time Positions *Excellent Earning Potential *Medical, 401k, Life & ADD Insurance available *Excellent Commission Compensation Plan Email to leanek@jspaluch.com www.jspaluch.com Earn Money! Do GOOD! Make a POSITIVE IMPACT! ELECTRICIAN’S HELPER PART-TIME Part-time Electrician’s Helper. Must have own transportation. Call for more info 708-738-3848. PREP PERSON/COOK Experienced cook/prep person needed for busy Oak Park Kitchen.15-20 hours/week. (non-smoker) Please send inquiries to: angiemontroy@angiespantry.com

The ideal candidate has a background in customer service and community engagement. Desired qualities include hard worker, detail oriented, problem solver, flexible, team player, friendly, and creative. The Recreation Assistant possesses strong oral and written communication skills. Candidates must be driven to excel and perform tasks as requested in a timely manner. His/her schedule must be flexible to accommodate occasional nights and weekends. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and exemplary driving record. Position averages 29 hours per week and pays $11–$14 per hour. Contact: Riverside Parks & Recreation, riversidepr@riverside.il.us 708.442.7025. Apply online, http://www.riverside.il.us/ Jobs. aspx?CID=98 The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Contact: Riverside Parks & Recreation, riversidepr@riverside.il.us 708.442.7025 Apply online, http://www.riverside.il.us/ Jobs. aspx?CID=98 The Village of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Senior LIMS Developers sought by Silliker, Inc., Chicago, IL. Deg’d, exp’d w/use of WinLIMS and LimsLINK, etc. Apply online at www. mxns.com. SYSTEMS ANALYST The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Systems Analyst in the Information Technology Department. Applicant will need to be knowledgeable and capable to apply the principles and techniques of various programming languages, database, computer programming, on-line programming and programming documentation. Additional skillsets include systems analysis and design techniques, such as database normalization, business analysis, workflow procedure, modular programming, stored procedures, and interface with operating system. Our technology environment consists of MS-SQL & Tools, Superion OneSolution CAD/RMS, CityView Permit, Licensing & Inspections, ERSI ArcGIS, Laserfiche and web software (Java, HTML, Adobe ColdFusion and Drupal).http://www. oak-park.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application (First review of applications will be on September 14, 2018).

Substitute Teachers Needed for River Forest Public Schools District 90. Must have Valid Illinois Teaching License; Professional Educator License with Endorsements (PEL); or, Substitute Teaching License (SUB); or Educator License with Stipulations with a Para-professional Educator Endorsement (ELS). Required Certification: Current State of Illinois Professional Educator License or Substitute License Certificate must be registered in West Cook Region 06. Working Conditions: Available to work on an as-needed basis for Early Childhood through 8th grade classrooms, including core subjects, art, music, physical education and special education. Position not eligible for benefits. NOW HIRING AT: 7575 S KOSTNER AVE. CHICAGO IL 60652 WALK INS ARE WELCOME!

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SUBURBAN REAL ESTATE NEW CONCEPT FOR MAYWOOD

In this quiet residential neighborhood

902 S. 3RD AVENUE (2 blks W of 1st Ave & 1 blk N of Madison)

Reserve your own affordable 2 or 3 BR condo unit of 1000+ sq ft of living space being built on this historic site. You’ll benefit from a unique 12 year tax freeze and lower monthly living expenses from energy saving systems/appliances, and you can help design your own individual unit. Plans also include building 5 new townhomes onsite. For details Call 708-383-9223.

SUBURBAN RENTALS OAK PARK 2 BR GARDENT APT 2BR 1BA Garden Apt near Longfellow school. Freshly decorated with hdwd floors, tiled bath and beautiful backyard. includes heat, private parking, washer/dryer on premises. $1300 plus 1 mo. security. Background check required. Call 847-561-2699

SUBURBAN RENTALS OAK PARK 3BR 519 N HUMPRHEY 2nd floor of 2-flat. Hardwood floors throughout. Parking avail. Laundry next door. Month to Month. $1390 per month. Call 312-927-4725. OAK PARK SMALL 1 BR Downtown Oak Park. Hardwood floors throughout. All utlities included. $800 per month. Call 708-657-4226.

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 SELLING YOUR HOME BY OWNER? Call Us For Advertising Rates! 708/613-3333

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M&M property management, inc.

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Rate of Pay: $110/day for 1-20 days $120/day thereafter

Application Procedure: Interested candidates should complete the on-line application available at district90.org. Please do not send hard copies of supporting documentation, i.e.; cover letters, resumes, etc. to River Forest Public Schools.

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Selection Process: If your qualifications meet the District requirements, a District administrator will contact you directly for an interview and to pick up a document packet from the District office.

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CITY REAL ESTATE MLS #: 10019447

5832 W Superior Street Chicago Offered at $296,900

JUMBO 2 UNIT 6 Bdrms, 2 Baths

5832 W. Superior St. Chicago SELLER WILLING TO ASSIST with closing COST on reasonable offer. Spacious units w/ high ceilings, sep LRs & DRs, lg kitchens. Enclosed back porches. Spacious fin’d bsmt w/lg BR and storage. 2 laundry rms. SEPARATE UTILITIES. Newer roof, and many other updates. .....$296,900 Samuel Jones A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co. (708) 236-5111 | (708) 732-1907 sam_j_mgmt@msn.com 6 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

2 Units

SELLER WILLING TO ASSIST with closing COST on all reasonable offers -JUMBO 2 unit,Spacious units features -high ceilings ,Separate living &Dining rooms,Large kitchens,And Enclosed back porches. Beautiful & spacious finished basement,Includes 1 large bedroom and plenty of storage space.2 separate laundry rooms.SEPARATE UTILITIES.Newer roof,and many other updates. Samuel Jones

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A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co.

List office: A. Vision Realty and Mgmt Co. (708) 236-5111

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OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT OAK PARK OFFICE SPACE Private office (approx. 100 sf) for lease at 1100 Lake Street, Oak Park. Includes desk & chair; high speed Wi-Fi; coffee, tea and water service; nightly cleaning; corporatestyle conference room; reception area. Parking in attached garage (with covered access to building) is free for first 1.5 hours or purchase monthly pass from VOP. $375/ month. Includes heat, AC, electric. Available Sept. 1. Call 708-2678072. For pictures and more info, search “6686478994” on Craigslist.

CHURCH FOR RENT OAK PARK CLASSIC CHURCH FOR RENT

Includes Sanctuary, Fellowship Hall, Kitchen, Midweek Service/ Bible Study, Office Options. 708-848-9776

LOST & FOUND FOUND CAT Found small black cat in area. Call 708-343-4609

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FLEA MARKET TRINITY COMMUNITY CHURCH 7022 RIVERSIDE DR SAT 9/15 9AM-2PM Furniture, vendors, lunch and bakery. $1.00 Hot Dogs! 708-484-1818

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CLASSIFIED GARAGE/YARD SALES Forest Park

GARAGE SALE 904 MARENGO AVE ALLEY THURS 9/13â&#x20AC;&#x201C;SAT 9/15 7AMâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;3PM

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LARGE MOVING SALE 7209 ROOSEVELT ROAD FRI 9/14 NOON TO 6PM SAT 9/15 8:30AM TO 4PM

26 cu ft Amana side by side refrig; 12 pc wrought iron patio set; 13 cu ft upright freezer, furniture, many household items, gardening pots & more! North Riverside

GARAGE SALE 2525 HAINSWORTH AVE SAT 9/15 & SUN 9/16 8AM TO 4PM

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DESIGNERâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S GARAGE SALE 2227 S. 4TH AVE FRI 9/14 8-3 SAT 9/15 8-2 50% OFF!!

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MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE 515 N CUYLER AVE SAT 9/15 7AM TO 2PM

Everything must go! We have Electronics, Clothing and everything in between. For Clothing we will have both children and adult clothes. OMG! You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe the prices! OMG! You wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t believe the condition of the merchandise! Oak Park

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE 900 N. MARION SAT 9/15 8:30AM TO 11:30PM

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TWO BLOCK SALE 900 & 1000 BLOCK OF HOME SAT 9/15 9AM-1PM

Kids/Adult clothes, toys & games, jewelry, furniture, books and posters, holiday items, household, wood lawn ornaments and much more! Riverside

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CEMETERY LOTS 2 WOODLAWN CEMTERY PLOTS Two (2) Woodlawn cemetery plots for sale (side-by-side). In Birchwood section. $5,300 for both, includes transfer fees. Contact Andy 847858-7726

AUTOS FOR SALE FORD FUSION 2010 Ford Fusion. 81k miles. Excellent condition. One owner, garage-kept. $5000 firm. Call 312659-1505.

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

The Village of Oak Park will receive sealed proposals at the Office of the Village Engineer, 201 South Boulevard, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, until 12:00 P.M. on Thursday, September 27, 2018 for the following: Madison Street Preliminary Environmental Site Investigation. In general, the contract will require the following work: an environmental preliminary site investigation for the Madison Street Improvement Project from Harlem Avenue to Austin Boulevard.

Cal. No. 24-18-Z: 715 Highland Avenue, Longfellow Elementary School Property Index Number 16-17-117-028-0000 and 16-17-116-040-0000 Jennifer Costanzo with STR Partners, LLC, Applicant, on behalf of Longfellow Elementary School District 97, is seeking variations from the following sections of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, which sections relate respectively to dimensional standards (setbacks) and off-street parking requirements, to permit construction of two-story addition to the school building on the premises commonly known as 715 Highland Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois: a. Section 6.2 (C) (Table 6-2: District Dimensional Standards) requires a minimal corner side yard setback of 15 feet; whereas the proposal features a fenced in play area featuring a zero (0â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) foot corner side yard setback along Jackson Blvd.; and b. Section 10.4 (A) (Table 10.2: Off-Street Parking Requirements) requires that one parking space per classroom be added to accommodate the additional classrooms; whereas the proposal features an addition that will add a total of eight new classrooms while providing no additional onsite parking spaces. Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those interested parties wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing. 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. The Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof. Published in Wednesday Journal 9/12/2018

Proposal forms may be obtained from the office of the Village Engineer starting on Thursday, September 13, 2018 beginning at 12:00 p.m. The Village of Oak Park reserves the right to issue proposal documents and specifications only to those consultants deemed qualified. Proposal forms will not be issued after 4:00 p.m. on September 26, 2018. THE VILLAGE OF OAK PARK Bill McKenna Village Engineer Published in Wednesday Journal 9/12/2018

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: D18155257 on August 22, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of CLICK PROPERTIES with the business located at: 1410 N. HARLEM AVE. UNIT F, RIVER FOREST, IL 60305. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: CHRISTIE GEE, 1410 N. HARLEM AVE. UNIT F RIVER FOREST, IL 60305. Published in Wednesday Journal 8/29, 9/5, 9/12/2018

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PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held by the Zoning Board of Appeals of the Village of Oak Park on Wednesday evening, October 3, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

Cal. No. 26-18-Z: 620 N. Euclid Avenue Property Index Number 16-06-414-005-0000

Cal. No. 23-18-Z: 54 Madison Street, James Pearson Property Index Number 16-07-322-030-0000

Cal. No. 25-18-Z: 1111 S. Grove Avenue, Abraham Lincoln Elementary School Property Index Number 16-18-321-001-0000 Property Index Number 16-18-321-008-0000

Cal. No. 22-18-Z: 408 S. Oak Park Avenue, Jaime Moran and Pamela Lawrence Property Index Number 16-07-418-001-0000, 16-07-418-005-0000, 16-07-418-006-0000, 16-07-418-007-0000 and 16-07-418-008-0000

The Applicants Michael and Monica Rose seek a variation from Section 4.3 (Table 4-1: Residential District Standards) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance which section requires a six (6’) foot side yard setback, to permit the repair of support columns for an existing portico cochere that will move the support column within 1 ½ inches of the north lot line at the premises commonly known as 620 N. Euclid Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois. Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (“Interested Parties”) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing. 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 Village’s Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449. The Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof. Published in Wednesday Journal 9/12/2018

The Applicant James Pearson seeks a variance from Section 8.3 (B) (Table 8-1: Use Matrix) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance which requires that residential dwelling units be located above the ground floor in buildings in the MS Madison Street District, to permit the construction of a residential dwelling unit at the rear on the ground floor inside a single-story commercial building at the premises commonly known as 54 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois. Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (“Interested Parties”) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing. All papers in connection with the above matter are on file at the Village of Oak Park and available for examination by contacting the Village’s Zoning Administrator at 708.358.5449. The Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof. Published in Wednesday Journal 9/12/2018

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Jennifer Costanzo with STR Partners, LLC, Applicant, on behalf of Abraham Lincoln Elementary School District 97, is seeking a variation from Section 10.4 (A) (Table 10.2: Off-Street Parking Requirements) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, which requires one parking space per additional classrooms for an educational facility, to permit construction of two-story addition resulting in ten (10) new classrooms while not providing any additional on-site parking spaces for the school building on the premises commonly known as 1111 S. Grove Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois

Applicants Jaime Moran and Pamela Lawrence filed an application pursuant to Section 8.3 (Table 8-1: Use Matrix) of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, requesting the issuance of a special use permit authorizing an intergenerational program (day care center) providing an opportunity for younger and older generations to interact through planned activities housed in the Oak Park Arms at the premises commonly known as 408 S. Oak Park Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois.

Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those interested parties wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing.

Those property owners within 300 feet of the Subject Property and those persons with a special interest beyond that of the general public (“Interested Parties”) wishing to cross-examine witnesses must complete and file an appearance with original signatures with the Village Clerk no later than 5:00 PM on the business day preceding the public hearing.

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. The Zoning Board of Appeals may continue the hearing to another date without further notice by public announcement at the hearing setting forth the time and place thereof.

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OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT 97 LINCOLN & LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS 1111 GROVE AVE. 715 HIGHLAND AVE. OAK PARK, IL 60304 OAK PARK, IL 60304 & 2019 LIFE SAFETY WORK 1111 GROVE AVE. 715 HIGHLAND AVE. OAK PARK, IL 60304 OAK PARK, IL 60304 LINCOLN & LONGFELLOW/ 2019 LIFE SAFETY BID GROUP 1 – General trades, Concrete, Structural Steel/Metal Deck, Elevators, Excavation and Site Utilities. Bids will be received until 2:00 p.m. prevailing time on Tuesday September 25, 2018 at the Oak Park Elementary School District 97 Administrative offices, 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302, and will be publicly opened and read at 2:15 p.m. prevailing time on that date. Bids shall be submitted in an opaque sealed envelope clearly marked: Oak Park Elementary School District 97 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302 Attention: Bulley & Andrews Project: LINCOLN & LONGFELLOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS & 2019 LIFE SAFETY WORK - BID PACKAGE 1 Scope of work for Bid Package 1 generally includes, but is not limited to: General Trades, Concrete, Structural Steel/Metal Deck, Elevators, Excavation and Site Utilities. All bids must be submitted in accordance with the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project. Bid security in the form of a bid bond in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the base bid amount shall be submitted with the bid. Should a bid bond be submitted, the bond shall be payable to the Board of Education, Oak Park Elementary School District 97, 260 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302. All

documents and information required by the bidding instructions contained in the Bidding Documents for the project shall be submitted with the bid. Incomplete, late or non-conforming bids may not be accepted. No bids shall be withdrawn, canceled or modified after the time for opening of bids without the Board’s consent for a period of ninety (90) days after the scheduled time of bid opening. The Bidding Documents for the project (which include the bidding instructions for the project and other related documents) will be available Monday September 10th, 2018 and may be purchased from Springer Blueprint Services – 1640 S. Western Ave. Chicago, IL 60643 – 773-2386340. The Bidding Documents are available for viewing/ download online without cost or purchase at the Bulley & Andrews, LLC FTP Site, https://ftp.bulley.com, username: LincolnLongfellow, password: bulley1891. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts thereof, or waive any irregularities or informalities, and to make an award that in the Board’s sole opinion is in the best interest of the District. The site will be available for visits by appointment to be coordinated with Bulley & Andrews, LLC. Interested parties may inspect the existing conditions. Schedule an appointment with Jason Hayhurst of Bulley & Andrews in advance if you wish to visit the sites. All bidders must comply with applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing wages by all Contractors working on public works. If during the time period of work, the prevailing wage rates change, the contractor shall be responsible for additional costs without any change to the contract amount. All bidders must comply with the Illinois Statutory requirements regarding labor, including Equal Employment Opportunity Laws. For additional information on the project, contact Jason Hayhurst of Bulley & Andrews, LLC at jhayhurst@bulley. com or 773-645-2110. Dated: 09/07/2018 Jason Hayhurst Bulley & Andrews, LLC

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIZENS BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A RBS CITIZENS, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHARTER ONE BANK, F.S.B SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO HINSDALE FEDERAL BANK FOR SAVINGS Plaintiff, -v.CARL T. GROESBECK, LEIGHTON HOLDINGS, LTD., UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 16 CH 009347 331 N. TAYLOR 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 December 15, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 26, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 331 N. TAYLOR AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-109-0110000. 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. 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 14-16-08522. 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.

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CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-08522 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 009347 TJSC#: 38-6801 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. I3097034

cation for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 265517. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 265517 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 18 CH 01063 TJSC#: 38-4498 I3096406

WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-07208. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-07208 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 008084 TJSC#: 38-7011 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. I3097463

ments 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 14-18-02650. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-02650 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 18 CH 3316 TJSC#: 38-5717 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. I3096560

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: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 110340. 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. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw.com Attorney File No. 110340 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 18 CH 02849 TJSC#: 38-4611 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. I3089357

1006. 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. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-15366. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-15366 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2017 CH 16630 TJSC#: 38-5994 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. I3097898

of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 11, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 10, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1526 N. AUSTIN BLVD., OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-106-020; 16-05-106-021. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-12-14848. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-12-14848 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 019546 TJSC#: 38-7184 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. I3098191

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff, -v.JOSE OSORIO, CLARENCE COURT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 18 CH 01063 628 HARRISON STREET, UNIT 1 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 May 23, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 10, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 628 HARRISON STREET, UNIT 1, OAK PARK, IL 60304 Property Index No. 16-18-226-0351002. The real estate is improved with a brown brick, three story condominium with no garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identifi-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.TAISHA L. FOSTER, NEIGHBORHOOD ASSISTANCE CORPORATION OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 008084 611 N HUMPHREY AVE 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 October 18, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 2, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 611 N HUMPHREY AVE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-319-0290000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.PATTY JENNINGS, VILLAGE OF OAK PARK, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 18 CH 3316 208 WASHINGTON 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 July 3, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 15, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 208 WASHINGTON BLVD, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-314-0370000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assess-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS INDENTURE TRUSTEE FOR AMERICAN HOME MORTGAGE INVESTMENT TRUST 2006-3 Plaintiff, -v.JILLIAN A. KREIMAN, BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Defendants 18 CH 02849 1209 N. HARLEM AVENUE, APARTMENT #3 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 May 29, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 16, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1209 N. HARLEM AVENUE, APARTMENT #3, Oak Park, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-06-120-0441005. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $67,412.01. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DITECH FINANCIAL LLC Plaintiff, -v.SHAUNTEL POTTS, 1205-07 N. HARLEM AVENUE CONDOMINIUM Defendants 2017 CH 16630 1205 N HARLEM AVENUE 6 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 July 17, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on October 23, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1205 N HARLEM AVENUE 6, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-06-120-045-

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.JESSIE BRUMFIELD Defendants 12 CH 019546 1526 N. AUSTIN BLVD. OAK PARK, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment

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Fenwick golf wins Providence Invite Kirkham-led Friars excel against a variety of opponents By MARTY FARMER Sports Editor

Fenwick golfer Josh Kirkham carded a 70 to place second at the Providence Invite over the weekend. Teammates Jackson Schaeffer (73) and Jake Wiktor (74) finished sixth and seventh, respectively. Fenwick won the invite with a score of 293. The Friars are off to a terrific start this season with an 8-0 record in dual matches plus invite titles at Mount Carmel and Providence. And they took third in the seasonopening St. Ignatius Invitational. Fenwick takes on Marmion at the Aurora Country Club on Tuesday, Sept. 18 at 3:30 p.m.

OPRF boys golf Hard work pays off. That’s certainly been the case this fall for OPRF golfer Andrew Corsini. He carded a 76 to finish in fourth place at St. Rita over the weekend. Earlier this season, he also medaled with a 74 as the team took third at Mount Carmel Invite. “Andrew played a lot of competitive golf this summer and it’s paying off in our early tournaments,” OPRF coach Bill Young said. “He posted two impressive scores, particularly at St. Rita, which included tough conditions.” Aside from their fourth-place showing at the Southside Shootout hosted by St. Rita at Glenwoodie Golf Club, the Huskies lost 162155 against York in a conference dual match. OPRF faces Downers Grove North on Thursday, Sept. 13. The conference match starts at 4 p.m. at the Oak Park Country Club.

OPRF boys soccer Fresh off the momentum of a successful 2017 campaign, the Huskies have maintained their winning ways this fall. OPRF finished with the best record at the Great Midwest Classic at North Central High School in Indianapolis over the weekend. The Huskies defeated Michigan-based teams Columbus North 5-0 and De La Salle Collegiate 2-0 and tied tournament host North Central 0-0. Paul Garcia led the offense with three goals, while James Maguire and Jamie Guillen contributed a goal and two assists apiece. Collin McKitrick had a goal and an assist and Sam Pecenka the goalkeeper notched all three shutouts. “The team really came together at the tourney in Indy,” OPRF coach Jason Fried said. “They played very smart soccer and adjusted well to very rainy weather. Our defense and goalkeeping really played organized against some very good teams. We didn’t give up a single goal throughout the entire tournament.” OPRF (7-1-1) takes on host Downers Grove South in a conference crossover match on Thursday, Sept. 13 at 6:30 p.m. “At the beginning of the season, the team is always trying to find its stride,” Fried said. “We just need to keep building on this, keep getting better and not be content with where we are as a team.”

Fenwick girls volleyball The Friars split a pair of matches against Timothy Christian and York. McKenzie Moorman had 15 kills and Kate Beltrame

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The Fenwick boys golf team took home the Providence Invite title with a score of 293. led defensively with 12 digs in a 25-17, 25-14 win over visiting Timothy Christian. York defeated Fenwick 25-17, 25-17 in Elmhurst. “After the York match, we went back to the drawing board,” Fenwick coach Kathleen O’Laughlin said. “We made some lineup changes and moved a few key players around. We came back strong against a Timothy Christian team that had a 7-1 record entering the match.” The Friars square off against rival/ host OPRF on Thursday, Sept. 13 (5:30 p.m. match). The junior varsity team won the Latin Tournament over the weekend.

OPRF girls volleyball The Huskies snapped an extended losing streak (10 years) against York. OPRF swept the visiting Dukes 25-21, 25-20 in its conference opener.

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Fenwick’s Kate Beltrame is a valuable defender and leader on the team.

The Friars remained winless after a 35-3 loss against host Brother Rice in Chicago. Fenwick finished with 36 yards of offense via the pass and run. Quarterback Danny Cronin completed 3 of 20 passes for 18 yards and rushed four times for -18 yards. Running back Mitch Lopez had 13 carries for 25 yards. The Friars have not scored a touchdown in 11 quarters. All-conference kicker Brian Down kicked a 39-yard field goal for the Friars’ lone score. Danny Farnan led defensively with 11 tackles and Tom Dvorak had seven tackles and a forced fumble. Marc Thomas (6.5 tackles, fumble recovery), Jarod Taylor (6 tack-

les), Bryce Legan (5.5 tackles) also contributed for the Friars. Fenwick faces Leo on Saturday, Sept. 15 at St. Rita. Kickoff is 3 p.m.

OPRF girls tennis The Huskies placed sixth at the Deerfield Invitational on Saturday, Sept. 8. The No. 1 doubles team of Maya Jamroz and Sophia Kreider finished as runner-up to Lake Forest. OPRF is 5-3 this fall with a senior-laden roster, including Emma Proctor, Elyse Kanagandram, Jane Belcaster, Cece Kwan, Alejandra Gennatiempo, Kayla Hawkins, Mary Lynch, Caroline Nations, Tess Pierce, Jamroz and Kreider.

Fenwick boys soccer The Friars battled DePaul Prep to a 0-0 tie. In its Chicago Catholic League opener, Fenwick blanked Montini 3-0 at the Dominican Priory. Anders Luthringshausen scored twice and Daniel Ballarin chipped in a goal. Goalkeepers Jakob Arquette and Marko Brajkovic held the Broncos scoreless.

Fenwick girls cross country Despite missing two of its top runners, Laura Durkin and Arlene Amaya, the Friars ran well at the Joliet Steelmen Invitational with a sixth-place finish and score of 144. The Friars’ Marie O’Brien medaled with a time of 20 minutes, 10.2 seconds over the three-mile trail and 18th place finish. Maria Quinn (20:28.6/25th) and Katie Cahill (20:32.2/27th) also ran well for the Friars. Out of 37 Fenwick runners, 25 recorded a season-best or personal-record time.

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Huskies’ defense, special teams excel; offense needs work By MELVIN TATE

Contributing Reporter

he Oak Park and River Forest High School football team turned in a tremendous effort against Hinsdale Central on Friday. In particular, the Huskies’ defense didn’t allow any points and special teams also played very well at Dickinson Field in Hinsdale. However, winning typically requires contributions in all three phases of the game: offense, defense and special teams. And while the Huskies win or lose as a team, it is undeniable their offense sputtered all evening against the Red Devils in a 7-0 loss. In fact, the OPRF offense not only went scoreless but gave up the lone touchdown of the game. The Red Devils’ Andrew Novatney had a 21-yard interception return for a touchdown off Jaden McGill’s pass with 9:41 left in the fourth quarter to produce the victory. “Defensively, we played great. I couldn’t have asked for a better performance on that side of the ball,” OPRF coach John Hoerster said. “Special teams, we played great. Offensively, we shot ourselves in the foot a few times with inopportune penalties, which is uncharacteristic of this group. Those penalties put us in some tough spots. And then, some guys have got to step up and make plays.” Whether it was a missed block, miscommunication or a dropped pass by a receiver, whenever OPRF started to move the ball, a miscue occurred to stall a drive. The Huskies also played without starting running back Keith Robinson, who sat out the game due to injury. On the other side of the ball, Cincinnati recruit Isaiah Ruffin, Cedric Cheatham, Danny Francis and Ashford Hollis led the Huskies’ stout defense. Unfortunately, Hinsdale Central also excelled defensively. “Hinsdale Central’s a great team.” he said. “Hats off to them. Their coaching staff did a great job preparing their guys for this game. They were ready to go.” OPRF started the game on a good note

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OPRF punter Ethan Reinhardt played a big role in the Huskies’ solid special teams play against Hinsdale Central. (Left) OPRF quarterback Jaden McGill hikes the ball.

when the defense forced Hinsdale Central to go three-and-out on the opening drive. But on the Huskies’ first offensive play, a good run by running back Nazareth Bryant was negated by a holding penalty. Hinsdale Central earned a pair of first downs on its next drive, but OPRF stiffened inside its own territory as the Red Devils punted. Neither team could get anything going offensively the remainder of the first quarter. The game quickly evolved into a defensive battle with numerous punts. Early in the second quarter, OPRF started a drive from its own 47-yard line. A pair of McGill keepers (9, 16 yards) and a 10yard run by Bryant moved the ball to the Hinsdale Central 22. The drive stalled and the Huskies turned the ball over on downs. That march represented the deepest penetration offensively by either team as the game remained scoreless at halftime. Halfway through the third quarter, the OPRF defense set up a tremendous scoring

chance, sacking and stripping Red Devils’ quarterback Matthew Rush of the ball. The Huskies recovered and took over on the Red Devils’ 27. Another pair of McGill runs plus an encroachment penalty against Hinsdale Central put OPRF on the 15. On third down, a snap sailed over McGill’s head. Although he alertly fell on the ball to prevent a turnover, the significant yardage loss forced another OPRF punt. At the 9:41 mark of the fourth quarter. McGill targeted top receiver Trevon Brown with a pass over the middle in the signature play of the game. Novatney, a junior safety with a penchant for making big plays, picked off the pass and returned it 21 yards for a touchdown. The Red Devils made the PAT to take a 7-0 lead. OPRF failed to score on its next three possessions. The Huskies went threeand-out on the first series. On the second possession, a 23-yard run by Issyah Howard moved OPRF into Hinsdale territory, but a punt was the eventual outcome of that drive. On the final possession in the closing seconds of the game, McGill threw another interception as the Red Devils’ Vincent Zelisko picked off the pass at the OPRF 28. “We put a lot on Jaden’s shoulders, and (Hinsdale Central) really geared up for

him,” Hoerster said. “We can’t expect him to bail us out of all of the problems. We’ve got to have some other guys step up. “I need to make sure we have some consistency,” Hoerster added. “We’ll have a good play here and there and then have a missed assignment here or there. It makes a big difference in the end.” Despite a 1-2 record, OPRF has shown signs of being a good team. The Huskies are keenly aware that the margin of error in the West Suburban Conference Silver Division is small. Fortunately, there are improvements OPRF can make to turn close losses into wins. “We just need to keep improving to get to the next level,” Hoerster said. “Our defense and special teams look great. The offense has to evolve a little bit; we’ve got to get better. We’ll move on and we’ve got other games to play. Either way, I’m proud of how our kids fought until the end (tonight).” OPRF hosts Morton in a conference crossover game on Sept. 14. Kickoff is 7:30 p.m. After two weeks on the road, playing in front of supportive fans, students, the marching band, cheerleaders and drill team will assuredly lift the Huskies’ spirits. “Being on the road is tough,” Hoerster said. “It will be nice to be at home.”

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Program pride from page 52 worked really hard to make improvements,” Wirtz said. “My goal for this group is to achieve their goal of making the final four at the state tournament this year. “We’ve had a couple of tough losses in the beginning of the season. But it’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. We have learned from those losses and are making adjustments to continue our efforts towards the goal of earning a final four spot.” OPRF (3-2) has produced mixed results so far this season. The Huskies shut out Latin, Stevenson and Deerfield by a combined score of 11-0; however, OPRF lost to Glenbrook South, 6-1, and more recently to New Trier, 7-1, on Saturday. New Trier and Lake Forest are annually two of the top programs in the state. Glenbard West has become a powerhouse program as well. Approximately, 20 schools have field hockey teams. In 2017, OPRF went 9-6 and advanced to the state quarterfinals in Wirtz’s head coaching debut. From a broad perspective, the Huskies have a winning tradition with multiple postseason appearances. “When I first came in as the head coach it was definitely a little nerve-racking,” Wirtz said. “I had ideas coming into last year, but it is different when you’re in there and playing games, making changes. “We’ve put a big focus on improving our fitness,” Wirtz said. “I’ve also really tried to get the players back to having strong, basic skills. The biggest development I’ve seen is just the competitiveness within the program.” The Huskies’ roster is solid, in large part because of the aforementioned strong senior class. OPRF is fortunate to have a pair of capable goalies. Starter Kaitlin Vogen and Rowen Glusman have contributed to the team’s success. “Kaitlin is a senior and our quarterback on defense. She’s really developed her

the team in scoring with four goals. Turk communication on the field,” Wirtz said. (3 goals), O’Donnell (2 goals) and Cate “Rowen has made huge strides over four Szpila (2 goals) have also assumed scoring years. Although she doesn’t start, she has roles. Greta McNulty, Sheridan Grant and stepped in and done a really nice job for Ryan have scored a goal each. us.” Highest possession leaders on The Huskies’ defensive the team are Braun, O’Donnell backline from right to left and Ryan, while the team has includes Olivia Ferraro, amassed 90 saves from the Maire O’Donnell and Sam goalie position. Braun. While the players have made “Olivia does a nice job of substantial progress since Wirtz moving the ball forward and took over the program, transferbeing a very attacking dering that growth from practice fender,” Wirtz said. “Maire to games remains a work in is a definite leader defenprogress. sively. She takes the lead on KRISTIN WIRTZ “We are still struggling with outlet passes of the ball and OPRF coach execution during games,” she getting people organized on said. “The girls work very hard defense. Sam is a completely in practice with great intensity. different player from last They are really trying to take year to this one. She has feedback from the coaches and really improved her hits and apply it. The next step for us stepped up her individual is taking what we are doing defense.” in practice with so much confidence and Lydia Turk, Katie Bonaccorsi, Maeve intensity into games.” Ryan and Lucinda Orencic comprise a Most of the Huskies’ upcoming developsolid group of starting midfielders. ment will need to take place on the road. Offensively, forward Hailey Nowak leads

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“We’ve put a big focus on improving our fitness.”

After hosting Lake Forest Academy on Saturday, Sept. 22 at 10 a.m., OPRF travels four of five games. The Huskies return home the weekend of Sept. 28-29 for their annual invitational. The OPRF Invitational is a prestigious tournament, welcoming in top teams from Illinois, Missouri, Michigan and Kentucky. “It’s a very competitive tournament and a lot of fun,” Wirtz said. Facing elite teams from several states serves as a great barometer for the Huskies’ progress. “We still have a ways to go, but it’s been fun see growth within the program,” Wirtz said. “I know last year helped me build some confidence and relationships with the players.” Photos by Carol Dunning

OPRF midfielder Lydia Turk is a top playmaker who has scored three goals this season. (Left) OPRF forward Hailey Nowak leads the team in scoring with four goals.

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OPRF field hockey builds from within Alumni coaches teaching Huskies how to become an elite program

By MARTY FARMER

Sports Editor

nce a Huskie, always a Huskie. That’s a mantra that easily applies to Oak Park and River Forest High School field hockey head coach Kristin Wirtz. In fact, virtually all the coaches on the field hockey staff are alumni of the school. “All of our coaches have known OPRF as a championship program and that’s where we want to see it again,” said Wirtz, a 2010 OPRF graduate who played field hockey, softball and basketball for the Huskies. “Having a passion for this high school and the sport really makes my commitment even stronger. It also allows me to connect with the girls on a different level because I was them.” Wirtz played a key role during her upperclassmen years in powering the Huskies to a pair of deep runs in the postseason. She also played field hockey in college at Northwestern where she graduated in 2014. Now back at her high school alma mater, Wirtz is excited about coaching the next wave of OPRF field hockey players. “We have a big senior class that has See HUSKIES on page 51 Photo by Carol Dunning

OPRF defender Maire O’Donnell keeps her eye on the ball during a field hockey game against New Trier on Sept. 8.

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