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November 22, 2017 Vol. 35, No. 14 ONE DOLLAR

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JOURNAL of Oak Park and River Forest

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BB gun shots cause thousands in damage

More than a dozen windows vandalized in Oak Park, Forest Park By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

They’re easy to overlook and often inconspicuous due to their size – typically about as big as a quarter – but the pockmarks left on windows from projectiles shot from a BB gun can cost thousands of dollars in damage. It’s not unheard of for business owners and residents to report damaged caused by BB guns – they pop up every few months or so, often in short bursts of activity – but over the last few months, at least two dozen businesses, property owners and in one case a person, have been hit by BBs. In Oak Park alone, there have been at least 13 incidents involving BB guns reported since mid-August. And, in Forest Park, as many as nine incidents involving BB guns have been reported in since June. Property, primarily storefront windows and parked vehicles, have largely been the targets of the shootings, but on Oct. 31 at about 7 p.m., a Chicago resident was shot in the left cheek with a BB in 900 block of Mapleton Avenue. The perpetrators in that See BB GUN on page 15

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CONTINENTAL CONQUESTS: Ed Baehrend and his wife, Diana, celebrate his 50th marathon in the U.S. On Thanksgiving he’ll take on a much colder challenge.

A race to the bottom … of the world Running a marathon — in Antarctica — on Thanksgiving Day

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

On Nov. 18, Ed Baehrend flew to Santiago, Chile, and stayed in a valley surrounded by the snow-capped Andes, admiring the city’s colonial Plaza de Armas center. From there, Baehrend, of River Forest,

caught a plane and traveled three and a half hours south to Punta Arenas, Chile, a stub of land located at the Strait of Magellan, which connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. There, race officials will check Baehrend’s arctic gear, making sure it will withstand negative 20 degree temperatures and 50 mile-per-hour winds. If Baehrend’s

gear stands the test, he will catch a flight out of Punta Arenas on Nov. 23 and fly still further south — about 650 miles — to Antarctica, the bottom of the world. There he will compete in the 26.2-mile Antarctic Ice Marathon on Thanksgiving. See MARATHONER on page 12

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A ‘Lady Bird’ for Thanksgiving It’s not all superheroes and kids’ films at The Lake this week. Mark Mazrimas, Classic Cinemas’ marketing manager, reports that they had to give up a holiday movie to do it, but they got the new Greta Gerwig-written and -directed Lady Bird (which has nothing to do with the former First Lady of the U.S.). Mazrimas says it earned an aggregate 100% rating from the Rotten Tomatoes website and that isn’t easy to do. He added that it was worth sacrificing the holiday flick because Lady Bird “seemed to be a perfect movie for The Lake.” Lady Bird, which stars Saoirse Ronan (of Brooklyn) and Chicago’s (and Steppenwolf ’s) own Laurie Metcalf in a tempestuous mother-daughter relationship, began its run today. But there’s more. They pulled Daddy’s Home (thank God) for Roman J. Israel Esq. with Denzel Washington. Sounds like adults can go back to the theater again.

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Oak Parker Kaegi gathers steam

Endorsements are starting to pile up ahead of the coming Democratic primary. Here are the Oak Park ties: Fritz Kaegi is the Oak Parker running for Cook County FRITZ KEAGI assessor against Candidate incumbent Joseph Berrios. Kaegi’s purpose, as the Journal reported in September, is to overhaul a property tax assessment system in Cook County that he sees as rigged for commercial prop-

erty owners and the politically astute. Cook County Commissioner Jesus “Chuy” Garcia was expected Monday to add his endorsement of Kaegi. Already on board are State Sen. Heather Steans CHRIS KENNEDY and retiring County Candidate Clerk David Orr. Meanwhile, Chris Kennedy is picking up local endorsements in his race for the Democratic nod for governor. Cong. Danny Davis and Cook County Commissioner Richard Boykin came out for Kennedy Sunday in an announcement at Greater St. John Bible Church in Austin.

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MOVING PICTURES: Above, Saoirse Ronan and Laurie Metcalf as daughter and mother in conflict. Left, Denzel Washington as Roman J. Israel, Esq.

Anyone remember WBMX?

In its first Chicago ratings maneuver after buying the CBS radio network, Entercom Communications flipped oldies station WJMK to a new classic hip-hop and R&B format. It also announced plans to change the call letters to WBMX. Old-timers will remember WBMX as the “Black Music Experience,” broadcasting from high atop the Oak Park Arms during the 1970s and ’80s. Extra points if you recall the call letters and format that preceded or followed WBMX.

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River Forest waives overnight parking ban for holiday

In the spirit of Thanksgiving, River Forest officials have temporarily lifted the overnight parking ban on village streets. Parking will be allowed on River Forest streets from 12:01 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 22 though the end of Monday, Nov. 27. No overnight parking waivers will be required during this period. If overnight, on-street parking is needed outside of that time period, officials urged residents to call 708-266-7125 for village permission. River Forest administrative offices will be closed on Thanksgiving, Thursday, Nov. 23, and on Friday, Nov. 24. Regular business hours will resume at 8 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 27.

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Nov. 22-29

BIG WEEK Record Store Day More Than A Mic

“A Dickens Carol” Previews Saturday, Nov. 25, 3 and 8 p.m. Opening Night Sunday, Nov. 26, 7 p.m., Madison Street Theatre: Oak Park Festival Theatre premiers a play that re-imagines the story of Scrooge from Charles Dickens’ point of view and real-life events. Set in London in 1842, it’s a ghost story that promises to melt the heart of any Scrooge. Through Dec. 24. Ages 10+. $10, previews; $30; $25, seniors; $15, students. Tickets/more: 708-445-4440, oakparkfestival.com. 1010 Madison Street, Oak Park.

French Conversation Hour Wednesday, Nov. 29, 7 to 8 p.m., Maze Library: Keep up language skills through talking with other French speakers whether holding a basic conversation or crafting long stories. Info: oppl.org. 845 Gunderson Ave., Oak Park.

Wednesday, Nov. 29, 5 to 7 p.m., Veterans Room, Main Library: Speak your mind at this Spoken Word freestyle open mic, part of the library’s More Than a Month series. For teens and adults. Info: oppl. org/more. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Introduction to Podcasts Wednesday, Nov. 29, 7 to 8 p.m., Computer Classroom, Main Library: Learn how to subscribe to podcasts and hear about some library favorites to get started. Register: oppl.org/calendar. 834 Lake St., Oak Park.

Friday, Nov. 24: ■ Val’s halla Records opens 2 hours early, at 9 a.m., offering limited edition goodies. Live music performed by 11 artists from 11 a.m to 5 p.m. Specially priced new vinyl titles and all used products 20 percent off. Closing at 7 p.m. The sale extends over Small Business Saturday, “Something-Or-Other-Sunday” and Cyber Monday. More: valshallarecords.com. 239 Harrison St., Oak Park. ■ Olde School Records opens an hour early, at 10 a.m., offering exclusive limited edition new releases on vinyl and CD. Closing at 7 p.m. On Small Business Saturday, freebies for first customers who make purchases starting at 11 a.m. and storewide sales all day. More: 708-366-7588. 413 Desplaines, Forest Park.

Classical Blast’s “Dark Side of the Yule” Saturday, Nov. 25, 7 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church: Christmas meets classic rock as this Oak Park-based group performs music by Pink Floyd, Simon & Garfunkel, Joni Mitchell, Moody Blues and Metallica, along with original holiday songs, Christmas classics, medieval carols, an instrumental mash of Despecito and more. Also joining is rocker Cathy Richardson, bluesman Wayne Baker Brooks, industrial punk rocker Chris Connelly (Ministry) and others. Portion of proceeds benefit Caring Arts Foundation. $25; $10, children. Tickets/more: classicalblast. com or at the door. 7300 Division St., River Forest.

Speed4Sarah Fall Fundraiser and Concert Friday, Nov. 24, 7 p.m., FitzGerald’s Nightclub: Come for a silent auction, raffle and live music by The Metermen, Nasty Snacks, Local Motive and Handsome Dave and the Ravens. Proceeds benefit the ALS Therapy Development Institute and Young Faces of ALS, an online community of young people, including Sarah Coglianese who grew up in Oak Park, committed to raising awareness of the disease. $25. Tickets at the door. 6615 Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn.

Holiday Gift and Art Fair Saturday, Nov. 25, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 26, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., McDonough Hall, St. Giles: Browse handcrafted items from 17 locals vendors. A portion of sales donated to Harambee. Also view artist Bob Steed’s endangered species sculptures. Free; physically accessible. 1101 Columbian, Oak Park.

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Authors on Tap Monday, Nov. 27, 7 p.m., Beer Shop: Join Deborah Shapiro, author of The Sun in Your Eyes, and Maryse Meijer, author of Heartbreak: Stories, as they talk about their craft over craft beers. Also sponsored by The Book Table. Questions: 708-386-9800. 1026 North Blvd.

“The Story of Arthur Truluv” CALENDAR EVENTS ■ As you’ve likely noticed, our

Calendar has changed to Big Week. Fewer items, higher profile. If you would like your event to be featured here, please send a photo and details by noon of the Wednesday before it needs to be published. We can’t publish everything, but we’ll do our best to feature the week’s highlights. Email calendar@wjinc.com.

Wednesday, Nov. 29, 7 to 9 p.m., Carlton Hotel: New York Times bestselling author Elizabeth Berg discusses her latest book about three people who have lost the person they love most and how they find their way back to happiness. $10, redeemable at the event toward book purchase. Tickets: truluv.brownpapertickets. com. 1110 Pleasant St., Oak Park.

Friday, Nov. 24, 6 to 7 p.m., Scoville Square: Santa arrives in the Hemingway District to light the tree. 137 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park.

“Holocaust Postal History” Monday, Nov. 27, 1:15 p.m., Nineteenth Century Charitable Association: In his new book, postal historian Justin Gordon explores the Holocaust from the lens of correspondence. The presentation offers insight into the personal, unique journeys of the victims of WWII. $10, suggested donation. Inquire: 708-386-2729, nineteenthcentury.org. 178 Forest Ave., Oak Park.

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have been a professor and a writer for more years than I care to reveal in print. It all started with my first “mid-life” crisis and my fascination with how we are affected and identified by our jobs and our careers (My Job My Self, 2000). The topic of work led me naturally to the topic of no-work and how we recreate and use our vacation time (The Importance of Being Lazy, 2003). My curiosity about the differences between good behavior and bad behavior led me to my next project, (Why hy It’s Hard to be Good, od, 2006). I then focused ed my attention on the he differences between n good and bad behavvior in business, (Thee Ethics of Business,, 2012). And my fas-cination with business as an unorganized process led me to explore the role of leadership in doing business, (10 Virtues of Outstanding Leaders, 2013). But for the last 30 years, the topic I have really wanted anted to write on is the role that humor and joke-telling plays in our lives. And happily, I finally did it — The Importance of Being Funny: Why We Need More Humor in Our Lives. Humor and comedy is more than just foolish fun. Humor is a sword and a shield to defend us against reality. Humor allows us to poke fun at our limits, our frailties. Jokes can de-fang, de-escalate, and domesticate our fears of the absurdity and complexity of life. As someone much cleverer than I has pointed out, we need humor in order to not die of the truth! The simple fact of the matter is that life is harsh and fraught with trials and tribulations. Although humor and joke-telling is neither a permanent cure nor a direct answer to all of life’s challenges, jokes can serve as a temporary reprieve and antidote to the tribulations of life. To paraphrase the satirist Christopher Buckley: Humor, like alcohol, at least makes our problems and other people momentarily less troublesome.

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Time to hurry up at OPRF

Is this school district, led by ight at the very end of elected board members and last week’s blunt and administrators, ready to use searing forum on race “a word that becomes fearful” and education at OPRF, to school districts — redistria young woman, a bution — which ruptures the freshman at the school, came norm? to the microphone. She has Redistribution of resources, attended public school in Oak of energy, of unwavering comPark through elementary mitment. and middle school, now high “You all got hell of reschool. And in those years, sources,” said Stovall. “That’s she has never once had a not the issue. But do they go teacher who wasn’t white. to referrals, to athletics or Aggressively growing the to transitioning kids out of number of African American special ed? ... Is school about teachers was a recurring classic American Bistro setting makes us the order and compliance or thought through the powerabout education?” ful session on Nov. 14. But it perfect destination for any occasion. Share appetizers with friends, This was not an evening for was this freshman’s summary enjoy a relaxed dinner for 2, just a glass of wine or the timid. “Fighting racism point that to me captured the is unsettling the norm. You night’s intensity. late-night dessert and cappuccino. need to make a decision to “We need to hurry up,” she engage in a long journey,” said. • Gift Certificates available • said Stovall. We need to hurry up. For the 300 people in the David Stovall, a professor South Cafeteria — students, of educational policy and parents, faculty, community African American studies at members, school board memUIC, was the keynote speaker. DAVID STOVALL bers and administrators — the And from go he was all about Professor of educational RESTAURANT & BAR urgency — about the inevitapolicy and African American decision is made. Each person who spoke, board president, bility of pain that must be felt 151 N. Oak Park Ave. in Oak Park • 708/386-2600 studies at UIC keynoter, four articulate if actual cultural change is students on a panel, the line ever to move beyond talking of commenters, the superinpoints at the school and in Oak tendent, were fundamentally Park and River Forest. He was not buying Oak Park’s self-satisfaction on aligned. There is a profound institutional racism at work at OPRF. It is baked into diversity and integration. the system. And it allows a culture that “In Oak Park you have a particular the student panelists identified as a secondition,” he said. “You all have a race ries of “micro-aggressions” from casual problem. Racism is a system. Who is in racist comments in hallways, to dismally and who is out. And it is reflected in the insensitive responses from teachers, to daily lives of students. … We have taught balled up messages and expectations sent racism to be normal.” to black students. Oak Park, a town, he said, that prides The issue, said several students, is that itself on diversity, instead suffers from this is a big school and 300 more or less “historical amnesia.” like-minded people in a room for one Is OPRF’s faculty “ready to engage?” night doesn’t make plain to the rest of he asked. “Not in a two-level system” of the student body and faculty and security honors and everybody else, but “in an eight-level system” that takes hold of evguards the anger and the pain these stuery child, that doesn’t call white students’ dents feel each day. bad behavior “normal teenage stuff ” This school has a strategic plan that whereas “non-compliance” by black focuses on equity. It has a committee students is a serious disciplinary issue. charged with taking on issues of culture A system that doesn’t put up with black and behavior. It has groups working on male students being shunted into special curriculum rewrites that might integrate ed and “the entire fourth floor in this black history into the mainline Amerischool that represents” such an outcome. can history every student learns. It has Are white parents — they’re not helicop- an administration and school board in ter parents, he said, but F1 bomber parents tune enough to bring in a speaker who — anywhere near ready to acknowledge breaks the arm that pats the back that that “your kids will be all right [because] says Oak Park is a racial pioneer and a world has been planned for them,” while somehow gets a pass on making equity students of color absorb the body blows of real at our high school. a system that over generations “has taken This is the moment. But we need to will be donated to Housing Forward opportunities away from them”? take big chances. We need to offend. We Are whites in Oak Park and River Forneed to fail and to win. 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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

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Lake and Lathrop plans begin to emerge, vaguely

Sedgwick Properties must file a formal development application by Nov. 30 By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

At long last, details are emerging about the condo-retail combo planned for the corner of Lake and Lathrop. Members of the River Forest Development Review Board heard Nov. 16 from representatives of Sedgwick Properties, the lead developer, and urged its principals to make a stronger case for requested variances when they make a more formal application by Nov. 30. Plans unveiled last week were vague but showed a “very traditional” styled, five-story, mixed-use development for the southwest corner of Lake Street and Lathrop Avenue. Eric Christman, development project manager of Sedgwick, said the high end condos would be marketed to those looking to downsize from full-size homes. The 36,700-square-foot building, intended to sit from 7601 to 7621 Lake Street, will include up to 32 condos and an undisclosed number of “national retail clients,” Christman said. The first and sec-

ond levels of the building will house retailers and 92 parking spaces. An undisclosed number of those parking spaces will be heated. Depending on market demand, the top three floors will house condos priced between $600,000 and $1.5 million, Christman said. He said the building would likely have a limestone exterior. But other details -- like, how increased pedestrian and vehicle traffic would be managed on already-crowded Lake Street; why Sedgwick is proposing a building that exceeds local height restrictions; and when environmental remediation of Rendering supplied by Sedgwick Development the site, spoiled by a former dry Sedgwick released plans to the River Forest Development Review Board that have left many scratchcleaners will take place -- reing their heads over design features and functionality. main unaddressed. “If you’re going to ask for site almisses this deadline, it could lose a $35,000 Paris, a former River Forest village presilowances, you have to give us something to jus- performance deposit bond with the village. dent. Keystone Ventures, the original pretify recommending those, not just because you As reported by Wednesday Journal, the ferred developer on the long-delayed project, want to make as much money as possible,” said village has pledged $1.9 million in tax in- remains a minority partner in the project. Frank Martin, board chairman. crement financing funds to help with the Keystone is owned by Tim Hague, also a Sedgwick must file a planned development development, principally for environmental River Forest resident. Keystone is expected application to the village by Nov. 30. The de- remediation. to focus on commercial tenants. James Soveloper has missed deadlines to file this apSedgwick is owned by Marty Paris, a theby’s International Realty is providing plication at least three times. If Sedgwick River Forest resident and the son of Frank market consultation.

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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

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Professor at OPRF meeting: ‘You have a race problem’

A Nov. 14 meeting on race at OPRF puts racism at center of dialogue By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

At least 300 people packed Oak Park and River Forest High School’s south cafeteria Nov. 14 to hear a panel of four students share their everyday experiences at the high school — where panelist Grace Gunn, a junior who is African American, said she “feels like I constantly have to defend my value.” Gunn’s testimony was reinforced by her three co-panelists, all of whom attested to a climate at OPRF in which minority students feel constantly assaulted by low expectations in the classroom, racial slurs mouthed often by white students in the hallways and racially biased disciplinary actions meted out by teachers and security guards, among other aggressions. During last Tuesday’s meeting, Dr. David Stovall, who provided a roughly 30-minute keynote before the student panelists spoke, recommended that the school separate the immediate crisis that spawned the meeting from the systemic issues of racism that permeate OPRF’s school community. “Yeah, somebody was on social media posting blackface, people got upset,” he said. “I am not as concerned about that,” said Stovall, an associate professor of educational policy studies and African American studies at the University of Illinois at Chicago. “My concern is are we in a structure that says that that’s normal, right and good. Are we in a structure that says, ‘Oh, kids will be kids’”? Stovall said the school should focus on a definition of equity that emphasizes “what has been taken from students who have been instantaneously deemed a problem.” “When you talk about equity, you have to think about a word that becomes fearful to districts and leadership — redistribution,” he said. “If we are talking about equity, we can no longer talk about who is getting what under what terms. You have to be clear about who has been denied historically. I don’t talk about an education gap. What has been owed to students who have been historically disenfranchised? Something has been taken.” Kennedy Holliday, a student panelist who is a senior at OPRF, said that she lost a sense of comfort and ease in her own skin when she moved to Oak Park from nearby Maywood. She said that as a black woman at OPRF, she’s grown used to backhanded compliments about her articulateness or clumsy reassurances from her white peers that she need not worry about getting into the college of her choice because of affirmation action. Angeles Contreras, another student panelist, was raised in Cicero before moving to River Forest in the sixth grade. Her

parents made the move so that she could get a better education, she said. The move, however, came with serious tradeoffs. “My culture has really lost its meaning,” Contreras said, before recalling an experience during Cinco de Mayo, when one OPRF teacher, feeling festive, encouraged students to celebrate by referencing sombreros and tacos. When Contreras told the teacher that her actions were racially insensitive, the teacher, Contreras recalled, got offended at the mere suggestion that racism could be in play. Drew Krueger, an OPRF senior, and the only male and only white student on the panel, described, in frank terms, an environment where white students feel accepted and welcomed and minority students feel, and are treated in some ways, as alien. “I’m white and I live in Oak Park — I feel welcome,” Krueger said. “That’s the reality and the norm.” The meeting, which was moderated by two resolution specialists with the U.S. Department of Justice, ended with audience members offering possible solutions and comments. Some audience members wondered why there aren’t more African American males teaching in the classrooms (with a few lamenting the absence of a black male student on the panel) while others demanded that African American history be included in the range of courses, such as American History, that students are required, or at least strongly encouraged, to take. A similar suggestion was made to integrate African American literature into the American Literature curriculum. One of the most frequent complaints that audience members lodged was the unfair treatment of black students, particularly

‘WHAT HAS BEEN OWED?’: Audience members respond during the public comment portion of the Nov. 14 meeting at OPRF, where David Stovall, bottom left, challenged whites to confront the school’s climate of racism head-on. Photo by Paul Guyette

black males, by security guards and teachers for non-compliant behaviors that, when exhibited by white students, are simply shrugged off as teenagers being teenagers. The most piercing complaint of the night, however, came from a group of OPRF students who weren’t on the panel. The students, most of whom were young, black women, said that the crowd of what appeared to be at least 300 people were mostly adults who don’t attend, or work, in the school. The kids and adults committing the racial offenses each day at OPRF, they said, were not present. When, many of the young women asked, would the perpetrators of the assaults Stovall described be held to account? “If we’re talking about the school,” asked one of the young women, “then why isn’t the whole school here?” The meeting was organized by District 200 officials in response to a racial incident in October, when a white OPRF senior posted a blackface photo, which he captioned

with the claim that he was running for president of the Black Leaders Union, to his Snapchat account. Despite deleting the image and apologizing a few hours later, the offensive photo was screenshot and shared, eventually ending up in the hands of OPRF teacher and activist Anthony Clark. Clark posted the blackface photo to Facebook in what he said was an attempt to defuse the situation. Clark had planned to host a community meeting and a meeting at his home with the white student before he was placed on paid administrative leave for his actions, which D200 communications had indicated could possibly have violated the school’s code of conduct for personnel. The student was suspended for five days, but has not returned to school since then. Clark’s suspension, which the district said was not disciplinary, prompted an outcry from students and community members, with some marching along Lake Street on a Saturday morning Clark has since been reinstated. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

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Condos out, apartments in

High assessments, changing demographics drive condo deconversions

kept up on special assessment payments find themselves unable to afford necessary repairs. He noted that the condo his company purchased needed $120,000 for repairs. Condo associations generally get a bank loan for repairs they can’t afford, but that By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER can be a problem for condo buildings full Staff Reporter of rentals. Planek said the Department of Housing It was a golden age for condo conversions in the Chicago area in the 1980s and 90s, but and Urban Development provides guidethe financial crash of 2008, changing demo- lines for banks on whether to loan to condo graphics and a hot market for rental units associations. The higher the percentage of has sent the pendulum swinging in the oth- rentals in a condo building, the less likely they are to provide a loan, said Planek. er direction. “We manage a lot of condos, and we know The real estate trend is now toward condo that comes up,” he said. deconversions or bulk sales – Jonah Hess, director of the where condo buildings are being Chicago-based Community Iniconverted back into rentals – also tiatives, Inc., a subsidiary of the is taking place in Oak Park. Community Investment CorpoBill Planek, president and ownration (CIC), which assists in er of Greenplan Management, real estate acquisition with the said in a telephone interview goal of improving the quality of that his company purchased a rental housing, said that in the 13-unit condo building at 924 Onrun-up to the financial crisis tario St. in Oak Park in August of 2008, unscrupulous developand plans to return it to rentals. ers were purchasing distressed “We were approached by a apartment buildings in and broker, and we accepted the proaround Chicago, dividing them posal,” he said, noting that only up into condos and using fraudfive owners of the 13 units lived JONAH HESS in their condos at the time of the Director of the Chicago-based ulent appraisals to create value that didn’t exist. sale – the rest were rented out. Community Initiatives Inc. “It was not the (housing) Planek said the strong market bubble; it was just out-and-out for rental units has been the drivfraud,” he said. ing force behind the condo deconHess said his organization versions. He said it is the only deconversion by Greenplan in recent years, and others pressed the Illinois General Asand while he is unaware of how frequent sembly to pass a bill that made it easier to deconversions are taking place in the west- deconvert distressed condo properties about ern suburbs, he is seeing more and more in five years ago, giving courts the ability to more easily deconvert problem condos back Chicago. Planek said that like the property his to rentals and prosecute fraud. The problem with condos has now shifted company purchased, condo buildings often fall into disrepair, and owners who have not “not so much because of the fraud but be-

“The challenge we see now on the condo side are nonfunctioning condo associations.”

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DECONVERTED: The condo building at 924-922 Ontario St. is going rental. cause of areas where there is a drop in value and owners are underwater,” he said. He said many of the buildings converted in the 1980s and 90s were older and have costly maintenance issues. “The challenge we see now on the condo side are non-functioning condo associations,” he said, adding that they often “don’t have the money to pay for the work that’s needed.” Hess said CIC is in the early stages of determining whether to establish a fund to lend to these troubled condo associations. Though the problem with assessments and repairs is partly driving the trend in condo deconversions, Steven “Sonny” Ginsberg, a real estate and finance attorney with the Chicago-based law firm Ginsberg Ja-

cobs LLC, said more people – young and old – are interested in renting. “There are a lot of condos built 30 years ago that don’t look like the condos people want to buy today,” he said. Lenders also are more reluctant to invest in condo buildings because they remember that “for-sale properties took a nosedive” in the financial crisis. Planek said tenants are steering away from condos in favor of rentals for a number of reasons: high taxes and assessments; increased desire for mobility; and lack of interest in being involved in condo associations. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

Oak Park names sustainability coordinator Position has been vacant since departure of former coordinator in 2014

By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

The village of Oak Park has hired a new environmental sustainability manager, almost four years after the position last became vacant. Oak Park resident Marynda “Mindy” Agnew was selected to fill the post and assumed the role this week. Environmentalists and others have criticized the village for years now for leaving the job vacant following the departure of K.C. Doyle in March 2014. Agnew was part of a group that procured grant funding for Oak Park Elementary

Schools District 97 to develop strategies for composting, zero waste and resource reduction, according to a village press release. She also helped launch the village’s composting program. Agnew most recently has been under contract with the village on green block party and event coordination. She earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Elmhurst College and studied graduate-level sustainable management at the University of Wisconsin. “Leading our community’s efforts to embrace environmental sustainability has long been a personal mission of mine,” Agnew said in the news release. “To be able to as-

sume a leadership role in an official capacity is an incredible opportunity. I am looking forward to working with the village board, village staff and members of the community to articulate and implement programs that will help make Oak Park greener and even more environmentally sustainable.” Agnew’s first order of business is implementing the single-use bag ban that begins on Jan. 1. She also will oversee the community choice electricity aggregation program, pursuing grant funding for initiatives and will work closely with the village’s Energy and Environment Commission. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

Marynda “Mindy” Agnew

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Oak Park board approves fee increases

Garbage removal, ambulance services and parking permit costs to increase By TIMOTHY INKLEBARGER Staff Reporter

The Oak Park Board of Trustees approved a number of ordinances increasing fees for various services throughout the village at its Monday meeting. Waste removal rates were increased by 3 percent to cover a 2.5 percent increase in costs under the recently negotiated contract with hauler Waste Management, according to the village. Oak Park residents will pay $2.50 – an extra dollar a month – in an alley improvement fee for a 64-gallon garbage bin. The cost of refuse and yard waste stickers also have been increased by 3 percent, according to the village. The ordinance also reflects a new incentive program for first-time users of the village’s compost removal program. Composters new to the program who commit to 12 months of service will receive the first three months for free. The board also approved a flat $5 increase across the board in quarterly parking per-

mit fees, which is expected to raise approximately $105,350. In high-demand parking areas, for example, 24-hour and daytime parking permits increase from $250 to $255 per quarter, and resident overnight parking permits increase from $170 to $175. The $5 increase also effects parking permit fees for those outside high-demand areas and permit-parking garage rates, among others. Ambulance fees, which can run between $600 and $1,150, were increased to a flat fee of $1,400 for residents and $1,800 for nonresidents. The proposal is expected to bring in an additional $360,000 a year. The village noted in a memo that the Naperville Fire Department went to a flat fee of $1,800 in 2016, noting that “they, like emergency rooms in a hospital, are meeting emergency medical needs with a full array of services. “Whether the need of the patient is minor (sprained ankle) or major (full cardiac arrest), the provider has prepared and expended resources to meet all needs,” the village memo states. The cost of liquor licenses for many businesses, depending on a restaurant’s seating capacity, also will increase under an ordinance approved Monday. Restaurants with seating for 50 patrons

or fewer will see their annual liquor license fees reduced by between $250 to $500, while those with more seating will see an increase of up to $500. Approval of the ordinances are part of the village’s annual review of the budget for 2018, which is expected to be voted on in December. CONTACT: tim@oakpark.com

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rom November 30 through December 2, the Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society kicks off the holiday season in style with its annual Holiday Housewalk & Market. In its biggest fundraiser of the year, the IWS opens up five private homes for tours and provides a weekend of shopping fun at Oak Park’s Nineteenth Century Club. Every dollar raised from the Housewalk and a percentage of vendor sales at the Market goes directly to support the IWS’s mission of providing healthcare for children from over fifty communities at its Children’s Clinic. Last year, the Clinic served over 3,400 children through over 10,000 pediatric, dentistry and behavioral health appointments. “This is such a community-focused event, from the homeowners, volunteers, and attendees who make it possible, to the support of the Oak Park-based Children’s Clinic. Not only does everyone have fun, but we are doing so in the name of helping

children who otherwise would not have access to healthcare,” says Mary Cate Kuhl, Co-Chair, “We have five fabulous houses this year!” noted Co-Chair Sara Blair. The homes on this year’s Housewalk range from a newly built green home in Oak Park to a Prairie style stunner in River Forest, and each home will be decked out

‘Twas the Night Before, an Opening Night Party with shopping, live music, appetizers and drinks on Thursday November 30 from 6- 10 p.m. Tickets to the Opening Night fun are $15. The rest of the weekend, the Market is free to the public. Shop two floors of artisan vendors and find gifts for everyone on your

in its holiday best. Blair says that the walk always provides inspiration. “People go to get inspiration for Christmas decorating, and the homeowners give them a wide range of ideas, from simple to sophisticated.” Get a jumpstart on holiday shopping and weekend fun at

list from teachers to children to hard-to-shop-for-relatives, while enjoying cocktails prepared by some of Forest Park’s finest mixologists and festive music. Enter a raffle to win one of five Celebration Tablescapes and continue the fun at the Dine & Share partners of the event who will donate 10% of your bill from Friday December

1- Sunday December 3 when you present your Dine & Share ticket. Participating local restaurants are: Cucina Paradiso, Fat Duck Tavern & Grill, Hemmingway’s Bistro, Maya Del Sol, Q BBQ, Rustico, and Winberie’s. Market Chair Patti McGuiness says the market is a great first stop on your weekend. “Stop by and shop and have a drink before your dinner out in downtown Oak Park, or grab a few girlfriends and make it a festive kick-off to the holiday season.” For more information or to purchase tickets on-line visit www.oprfiws.org. Tickets are also available at local retailers Tulipia Floral Design, Geppetto’s Toy Box, and Careful Peach. Tickets for the Housewalk are $45 in advance or $50 at the door. Senior (65+) tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door. A public parking lot is located right next door to the Nineteenth Century Club, with one hour free parking.

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Holiday Housewalk benefits Infant Welfare Society By LACEY SIKORA

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hen you’ve finally eaten your last leftover turkey sandwich and said goodbye to your Thanksgiving guests, it’s time to get ready for the holiday season. Nothing helps get you in the spirit and ready for decorating and gift-giving like the Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society’s annual Holiday Housewalk and Market. Starting with an Opening Night Party on Thursday, Nov. 30 and running through Saturday, Dec. 2, the entire event gets the holidays kicked off in the true spirit of the season. Mary Cate Kuhl, administrative chairwoman of this year’s event, says that as the IWS’s major fundraiser, the weekend is a critical source of funds for its Children’s Clinic. “The clinic provides over 10,000 medical and dental visits to more than 3,400 children

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ALL AGLOW: Like the homes on last year’s housewalk (above), the 2017 Infant Welfare Society Holiday Housewalk will feature spectacular homes decked out in their holiday finest. from over fifty one communities every year,” Kuhl said. “We are able to do that because of the generosity of this community. This weekend is such a fun way to come together for the holidays in the name of helping children.” The Holiday Housewalk lets you into some of the area’s finest homes for some inspiration into holiday decorating. Housewalk Chairwoman Sara Blair, a for-

mer pediatric nurse who has taken on a leadership role at the Infant Welfare Society, says that this year, the walk includes one River Forest and four Oak Park homes. “As the Infant Welfare Society enters its second century, we have a nice range of houses from the turn of the last century and one newly built home from this century,” Blair said.

Homes for the holidays Karen and Don Rosenwinkel are opening their 1906 Prairie-style stunner designed by architect Vernon Watson, of Talmadge and Watson fame. Featured in the 1907 Architectural Review, that era’s version of our See HOLIDAY HOUSEWALK on page 24

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HOLIDAY HOUSEWALK Festive market from page 24 Architectural Digest, the home has always been significant, but required some rehabilitation when the couple purchased it over twenty years ago. The pair of industrial designers used their own skills and the help of Oak Park restoration architect John Thorpe to add onto the cedar-shingled home. The makeover started with modernizing the kitchen. Although the original space was quite small and intended for servants, they took pains to keep p its original style when they enlarged ged the space. Armed with photos os of the original kitchen, they matched cabinet styles and used wood tones that pulled out the stunning woodwork in the rest of the home. The family of five spends a lot of its time in the large family room addition, and the couple looked to reference eararly 1900’s Prairie style to integrate the new addition to the rest of the house. Karen Rosenwinkel notes that the front of the home is lit by original tree of life light fixtures made of hammered brass, which her husband, a toy inventor, recreated for the addition. The skylight in the family room and arched brick fireplace were inspired by visits to the many Frank Lloyd Wright homes in the area. When it comes to Christmas, Rosenwinkel has plenty of things to decorate with. “I have tons of collections,” Rosenwinkel said. “I have Santas, snowmen, nutcrackers, and a lot of mercury glass.” The home will sport three trees with ornaments and decorations full of memories for the couple and their three grown daughters.

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DECK THE HALLS: Santas, snowmen and plenty of glistening glass ornaments will be on display inside and outside of the homes on this year’s Holiday Housewalk. Rosenwinkel said that the decision to tha open their home for Infant Welfare Socithe Inf an easy one. ety was a “We love our home, and we’ve spent a lot of time and energy to restore it,” she said. “Not only does opening up our house show people how important it is to restore these old houses and not tear them down, but to do so for an organization like the Infant Welfare Society and help the kids is a great mission to support.” Other homes on this year’s walk include a newly built Victorian-style home that features green building technology and plenty of room for two trees filled with family ornaments. An arts-and-crafts-style home is decorated with fresh greenery from magnolia to evergreen. Another Oak Park home, designed by E. E. Roberts, once housed a medical practice and a medical library for the origi-

nal owner and his neighbor, Dr. Clarence Hemingway. In River Forest, a Prairie-style home sports beautiful art glass and a snow village on the mantle. Blair says the generosity of the homeowners who share their homes is key to the event’s success, and says that their varied decorating styles provide great inspiration for walk attendees. “People go with the idea of getting ideas for Christmas decorating, and the walk provides a broad range,” Blair said. “From simple to over-the-top to sophisticated, you get a nice range of styles.”

Holiday market The Holiday Market portion of the fundraiser kicks off with an opening night preview party, during which guests get a first look at vendors’ wares and enjoy cocktails and appetizers. On Friday night, the market – held at the

The Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society Holiday Housewalk and Market kicks off the weekend of festivities with ‘Twas the Night Before…, an opening night party for the Holiday Market on Thursday, Nov. 30 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Ave. in Oak Park. Tickets for this event are $15. The Holiday Market will be open and free to the public on Friday, Dec. 1 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Holiday Housewalk, with check-in at the Nineteenth Century Club, takes place Friday, December from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday, December 2 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets can be pre-purchased online at www.oprfiws.org or at local retailers Tulipia Floral Design, 7617 Lake St. in River Forest; Careful Peach, 1024 North Blvd. in Oak Park; or Geppetto’s Toy Box, 730 Lake St. in Oak Park for $45. Housewalk tickets purchased at the Nineteenth Century Club during the event will cost $50. Both pre-purchase and at-the-door ticket prices are discounted $10 for seniors 65 and older.

Nineteenth Century Club, 178 Forest Ave. --will mix it up with local bartenders from Forest Park venues sharing their favorite cocktail recipes. All weekend long, the market will feature a variety of vendors offering treats to give and to receive, from food specialties to clothing and jewelry. Raffle tickets give entrants the chance to win one of five complete celebration tablescapes. The Holiday Market works hand and hand with the housewalk to provide important funds for the Infant Welfare Society’s mission. Market Chairwoman Patti McGuiness said that while entry to the market is free on Friday and Saturday, “It’s still a way for the community to give back, because for every dollar spent, a portion goes to the fund the Infant Welfare Society’s Children’s Clinic. It’s a great feel-good event. You can get a start on your holiday shopping and know that some of your dollars are staying in the community to help children in need.”

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931 N. Grove Ave.

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645 N. Grove Ave.

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1045 N. Lombard Ave.

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834 Woodbine Ave.

139 S. Elmwood Ave.

636 Harrison Ave.

1112 N. Humphrey Ave.

634 Lyman Ave.

629 N. Ridgeland Ave.

652 Erie St.

726 N. Harvey Ave.

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559 William St.

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142 Keystone Ave.

551 Monroe Ave.

1338 William St.

1135 Ashland Ave.

530 Forest Ave.

900 Jackson Ave.

1143 Keystone Ave.

1448 Park Ave.

1426 William St.

1410 Bonnie Brae Pl.

1515 Franklin Ave.

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530 Park Ave.

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1443 Franklin Ave.

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306 Lathrop Ave.

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901 William St.

1418 Clinton Pl.

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November 22, 2017

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eason of Giving is a campaign organized by Wednesday Journal and the Oak Park River Forest Community Foundation to encourage local charitable giving during the holiday season. It has long

been recognized that when we shop local, our money recirculates through the local economy reaping dividends for the entire community. The same is true for charitable giving. When you donate to local nonprofits, your money goes to work in your own

neighborhood. Your donations feed local families, offer safety and learning to local children, and enrich the beauty and art that surrounds us all. Over the coming weeks, we hope that you will take a moment to look over the listings in this Giving Guide. Find

e connect giving to impact! Animal Care League

Animal Care League offers a safe haven for pets in need. Founded in 1973, Animal Care League takes a proactive approach to animal care and adoption as well as preventative measures to help reduce the number of homeless animals in our communities. With over 1000 pets coming to our doors each year, Animal Care League counts on supporters to ensure that we can provide what is needed from routine vaccinations to life saving surgery. Make a difference in the life of a homeless animal by visiting www.animalcareleague. org where you can sign up to volunteer, make a donation, view our adoptable pets, and learn about upcoming events.

Cantata Adult Life Services As a nonprofit since 1920, Cantata’s mission and vision is to help older adults age successfully, both on our campus and out in their communities. We help them live their best lives by offering a variety of services that meet each individual’s unique needs. This past year, we provided nearly 2,500 services to 1,200 seniors thanks to you and your generosity. Whether it’s the gift of your time or a donation, everything is greatly appreciated and contributes to the successful care and support for aging adults. To donate and make a difference in the lives of seniors in your community, please visit www.cantatahomeservices.org/donate or email george.columbus@cantata.org

Celebrating Seniors Founded in 2010 before launching its inaugural Celebrating Seniors Week in May 2011, Celebrating Seniors is dedicated to honoring, recognizing and serving seniors in Oak Park, River Forest and Forest Park, Illinois. The organization concentrates on four

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• To facilitate cooperation between the business community, government agencies and non-profit organizations for the benefit of the senior population.

• To promote senior groups and organizations that serve persons 60 and older. • To raise public awareness of issues affecting seniors. • To generate funds to support at-risk and vulnerable elders. To volunteer to support our Celebrating Seniors Week or to contribute financially to our community mission, visit us at www. celebratingseniors.net.

Cluster Tutoring Program The Cluster Tutoring Program is a communitybased organization that provides free, one-to-one tutoring for youth in grades K through 12 from the Austin neighborhood. Our mission is to help students realize their potential through learning in an environment that strengthens the students, the tutors, and the community. The program’s emphasis is on reading as a means to academic success and the development of mentoring relationships between caring adults and youth. Tutors receive training and ongoing support. Tutoring space is donated by First United Church of Oak Park and Pine Avenue Church. To volunteer or to donate, please contact Kara Kalnitz at 773-378-5530 and visit www.clustertutoring.org.

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and provide enrichment grants for young people. We provide grants to local nonprofit organizations, present Impact Excellence seminars for them and manage many of their funds. We connect our community for collective impact. For more about what we do, please visit us at: www.oprfcf.org, on Facebook and Twitter: @oprfcf. 708-848-1560 1049 Lake Street, Suite 204 Oak Park, IL 60301 Donate online at: https://goo.gl/MeQaon

The Collaboration for Early Childhood The Collaboration for Early Childhood is your resource for early childhood information in Oak Park and River Forest. We provide the connections vital to every child’s opportunity for success in learning and in life. We work with more than 60 organizations so that parents and their children receive critical information and support services, children are screened for developmental delays, teachers in child care centers, preschools and family child care homes provide high quality programs and our most vulnerable children and their families experience a strong web of support. For more information, or to make a donation, please visit us at collab4kids. org or follow us on Facebook.

Concordia University Chicago Founded in 1864, Concordia University Chicago is a comprehensive liberal arts-based Christian university in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, College of Education, and College of Graduate and Innovative Programs, Concordia-Chicago offers more than 100 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. ConcordiaChicago equips men and women to serve

an organization that resonates with you. Check out their website. Consider making a donation or volunteering. Spread the word. Don’t just shop local—give Local.

and lead with integrity, creativity, competence and compassion in a diverse, interconnected and increasingly urbanized church and world. More than 5,000 full-time undergraduate and graduate students are enrolled at ConcordiaChicago, located in River Forest.

Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory The Oak Park Conservatory is a gem in our community. The Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory (FOPCON) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that helps make the Conservatory a community destination. FOPCON has over 150 volunteers and 500 members. We offer guided tours, free children’s programming, and host Uncorked in the Summer. We are proud of our Discovery and Rubinstein Gardens and our partnership with the PDOP in supporting the Conservatory. Please visit fopcon.org to join or donate. 615 Garfield, Oak Park, 60304. Contact Beth Cheng, Executive Director at 708-725-2460.

Oak Park Festival Theatre Since 1975 Oak Park Festival Theatre, the Midwest’s oldest professional outdoor classical theatre, has brought the magic of dramatic masterpieces to generations of our neighbors. Whether performing under the stars in beautiful Austin Gardens as we do each summer or at any of the many local venues where we partner with local philanthropic agencies (such as Housing Forward, Oak Park Housing Authority or Nineteenth Century Charitable Association), Festival Theatre breaths fresh air into timeless texts for Oak Park and beyond. With ticket prices kept friendly for every budget and free admission for all under 13, we rely on the generosity of our audiences to continue our dynamic community dialogue. Donations can be made on-line at oakparkfestival.com or mailed to us: Oak Park Festival Theatre, P.O. Box 4114, Oak Park, IL 60303.

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L’Arche Chicago L’Arche Chicago is a community where people with and without intellectual disabilities share life together in homes, as family. In our group homes, we strive to merge the highest quality of care and genuine friendship. We seek to create a world that welcomes difference and celebrates the unique gifts of all people, where each person has a genuine place of belonging. Support L’Arche Chicago on #GivingTuesday and help us to create that kind of world. larchechicago.org/givingtuesday

New Moms Hephzibah Children’s Association was founded in 1897. We serve more than 1,000 children and families each year through innovative, community-based programs. Hephzibah provides a Group Home for children who have been taken from their families due to profound abuse or neglect. Our skilled staff recruits and trains foster parents, and offers ongoing support to help all family members navigate challenges.

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• Public programs in art, music, science, social science and literature • Scholarships for OPRF students • Networking and fellowship for members • Landmark building used by many local not-for-proﬁts HELP TO

Restore & Renovate this Historic Landmark for 21st Century Needs

To make a donation to our annual building fund, please contact:

The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association 178 Forest Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60301 708-386-2729 • info@nineteenthcentury.org www.nineteenthcentury.org

Our after-school Day Care operates on a sliding scale to serve working parents in Oak Park, with programs based at each elementary school. To make a real difference in the lives of children and families, please donate today at hephzibahhome.org.

Housing Forward The mission of Housing Forward is to transition people from housing crisis to housing stability. By emphasizing prevention, supportive services, employment readiness and supportive housing, we are able to offer a comprehensive, long-term solution that moves clients into housing quickly and keeps them there. This housing-first approach to homelessness is more efficient, more fiscally responsible and less traumatic to clients who are typically facing extraordinary hardship. It is also beneficial to the communities being served who do not have to bear the costs of homelessness in the form of expanded social services, health care and public safety costs. We offer an attractive return on your investment — measured in terms of human lives and futures. To donate, please visit housingforward. org/give, or contact Janet Gow, Director of Development & Communications, at 708.338.1724 ext. 262.

New Moms offers services to support moms in the areas of homes, jobs, and family support. These tools empower moms to transform their lives and create strong families filled with stability, health and vision for a strong future. For more information or to donate, visit www. newmoms.org

Nineteenth Century Charitable Association The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association strengthens our community through learning, giving, and sharing our landmark building. We provide community outreach, scholarships, and public programming in five areas: music, art, literature, science, and social sciences. The NCCA is the owner of 178 Forest Avenue, commonly referred to as the Nineteenth Century Club. Our charitable and cultural activities are supported by our members, volunteers, donors, and by the events held at the Club. Programs are open to all and we welcome all ages to join. If you would like information about volunteering, joining or donating, please call us at 708-386-2729 email to info@ nineteenthcentury.org.

OPRFHS Scholarship Foundation Since 1924, community members, alumni and friends of Oak Park and River Forest High School have honored loved ones, cherished teachers, academic achievement, initiative and leadership through gifts to the OPRFHS Scholarship Foundation. These gifts have made possible the 60+ scholarships which the Foundation

Oak Park Festival Theatre is excited to be a part the

Oak Park—River Forest

Season of Giving! Festival Theatre breaths fresh air into timeless texts for Oak Park and beyond. We are the Midwest's oldest professional outdoor classical theatre and we have brought the magic of dramatic masterpieces to generations of our neighbors since 1974. Only approximately 58% of our revenue comes from ticket sales. The rest comes from grants, fund raising events and most importantly generous donations from you, our loyal audience. Please help keep this theatre thriving so we may continue to provide quality professional entertainment .

Donations can be made on-line at oakparkfestival.com or mailed to us: Oak Park Festival Theatre, P.O. Box 4114, Oak Park, IL 60303.

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Stop by the Hephzibah Giving Tree at Whole Foods Market in River Forest and select a paper heart ornament with the name of a child in need. Return the heart with your unwrapped gift to Whole Foods by December 15.

Bring-A-Gift Party 6-10 p.m. Bring a gift card, a cash donation or an unwrapped gift for a child of any age to Healy’s in Forest Park and join us for appetizers, drink specials, raffles and more. Adults 21+ only please.

Hephzibah Children’s Association offers a safe haven for children traumatized by neglect and abuse, services for children and families in crisis, foster care and day care on a sliding scale for families of all income levels. Our holiday model (above) is an Oak Park elementary-school student enrolled in Hephzibah’s award-winning Day Care Program.

Make a contribution online by December 31 and your gift will be matched by generous benefactors through our annual Hephzibah Holiday Challenge. Double your gift today at hephzibahhome.org!

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GIVING TUESDAY Special Advertising Section Kevin Washington, President and CEO of YMCA of the USA, was the special guest speaker. Kevin energized guests by sharing how the Y as a movement is actively addressing critical social issues nationwide, and how the West Cook YMCA is a leader at the local level in helping achieve that vision.

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OUT ABOUT A SPECTACULAR NIGHT FOR AN AMAZING FUTURE 2017 West Cook YMCA Gala Raises Funds for Scholarships

Additionally, the Y honored 2017 Scott Gaalaas Awardees, Scott Yen, MD, and Cathy Yen, a dynamic couple who are having a profound impact on our community. Scott is the Program Director for the Internal Medicine Residency at West Suburban Medical Center, and Cathy is the Executive Director of the Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce. The Y is honored to have them both as part of their community, and to partner with them as we guide our neighbors on a journey to wellness.

On Saturday, November 18, 2017, the West Cook YMCA’s Annual Gala kicked off their 115-year history celebration – and their future! Community leaders, Y members, service providers and our neighbors came together to Rediscover their Y and get a glimpse into the ongoing legacy of the West Cook YMCA. “Us,” the new short ﬁlm from YMCA of the USA was featured at the Gala, as well. This is part of the Y’s nationwide campaign, “For a better us,” and focuses on our shared commitment to uniting, supporting, and celebrating “Us.” The Gala is all about raising funds for the Annual Support Campaign – and this past Saturday was a great success. More than $120,000 was given and will be used to provide scholarships for Power Scholars Academy Summer Learning Loss Program, Family Memberships, Childhood Obesity program- Healthy Weight and Your Child, and other programs for those who want to be part of the Y but need ﬁnancial assistance.

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awards deserving seniors each year to help defray college tuition costs. With your support, we can help more of our graduating seniors receive critical financial assistance for college.

scholarships4oprfhs.org. Please consider making a gift in any amount to fund existing need-based scholarships or visit our website to learn about endowed and annual named scholarship opportunities. Contact scholarshipsoprfhs@gmail.com for more information.

The Oak Park Education Foundation (OPEF) Strong schools are at the heart of a strong community. Established in 1989, OPEF is a privately funded, nonprofit organization that brings artists, architects, scientists, and technology experts into K-8th grade classrooms at every District 97 school. Our professional partners share their passion for learning while conducting free, hands-on residencies with more than 4,200 students annually. OPEF also runs BASE Camp, exceptional summer enrichment. Learn more, volunteer or donate at opef.org. 260 Madison St., Oak Park, IL 60302 Contact: Tracy Dell’Angela Barber, Executive Director tdellangelabarber@opef.org. 708-524-3023

Oak-Leyden Developmental Services

The River Forest Public Library ... transforming lives and building our community

Help your Library thrive Donate today at www.rfplfoundation.org/donate

In 2017, Oak-Leyden Developmental Services helped nearly 600 children and adults with developmental disabilities reach their highest potential. Our multi-disciplinary Early Intervention Program provides therapies to help prepare young children for their years ahead, as well as education that supports the entire family. Our enriching, adult day programs offer community activities, life skills coaching, and vocational training. In our 12 group homes, adults receive residential care, social and recreational opportunities, and access to healthcare providers. Please volunteer, donate items on our wish list, make a contribution, or become an OakLeyden Enrichment Partner at oak-leyden.org or call 708-524-1050 x102.

Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society/ IWS Children’s Clinic Heartfelt Healthcare is a home for the holidays. Everyone wants to be home for the holidays. Family,

friends, food and laughter. Comforting, familiar and happy. The warm, welcoming embrace of the Oak Park River Forest Infant Welfare Society’s Children’s Clinic is a home of a different kind. We care for children from families that could not find help anywhere else. Children who are living in poverty and have faced difficult circumstances. We provide medical, dental and behavioral services right here from our cozy building on Lake Street. We even help with nutrition, pet therapy, health education and literacy support. We call it Heartfelt Healthcare. Please give generously this Holiday – from your home to theirs. Please call (708)4068661 or visit www.oprfiws.org.

Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry $1 = 3 meals, is an equation only you can make possible. With your help, Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry has been reducing local hunger for nearly 40 years. Your support means we are able to meet the needs of nearly 16,000 families struggling with hunger each year. It means we can provide over 50 pounds of nutritious food plus access to vital programs and services to help people stretch limited food budgets in healthy ways. It means that even a little goes a long way: every $1 donated can feed a neighbor for an entire day. To make a donation, visit oprffoodpantry. org or send checks payable to OPRF Food Pantry to Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry, 848 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL 60301.

Opportunity Knocks Opportunity Knocks is dedicated to providing opportunities and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities so they may pursue their educational, occupational and social interests. Our approach to programming is person-centered, peer-led and communitybased. Due to challenges in relying on the State of Illinois as a funding partner, we rely on our community for that partnership and support. We are nearly entirely privately funded. That fact makes your support that much more important. To learn more about Opportunity Knocks or to make a donation in support of the Warrior Mission, please visit us online at opportunityknocksnow.org.

PACTT Learning Center At PACTT Learning Center, we believe that the road to a higher quality of life is paved with a quality of opportunity. Providing our participants with access to employment and recreation in the community is critical to ensuring the success of the people we serve. Through person-

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L’Arche Chicago #GivingTuesday L’Arche Chicago is a community where people with and without intellectual disabilities share life together in homes, as family. In our group homes, we strive to merge the highest quality of care and genuine friendship. We seek to create a world that welcomes difference and celebrates the unique gifts of all people, where each person has a genuine place of belonging. Support L’Arche Chicago on #GivingTuesday and help us to create that kind of world.

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At PACTT, we believe that the road to a higher quality of life is paved with a higher quality of opportunity. Providing our participants with options to work and recreate in the community is critical to ensuring the success of the people we serve. Both Eric and Matt are severely affected by autism, but thanks to PACTT’s Vocational Services job training and placement program, they have been able to gain and maintain employment right here in Oak Park. During this Holiday Season, it is with a deep sense of gratitude that PACTT Learning Center would like to thank all of our generous supporters. Together with the help of our donors, partner employers, volunteers and partner agencies, PACTT can continue to play a small part in the societal shift to more inclusion and independent living for those with a disability. Thank you for the many ways in which you support PACTT and our participants.

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To learn more about PACTT or make a donation, go to www.pactt.org or call 773-338-9102 ext. 2424

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Our planet needs us allChicago to take care of it.and Invest increate thethat future of Support L'Arche on #GivingTuesday help us to kind of world. Support L'Arche Chicago on #GivingTuesday and help us to create that kind of world. larchechicago.org/givingtuesday our one earth by donating at oneearthfilmfest.org/give. larchechicago.org/givingtuesday Double your impact! All gifts made now through Nov. 28 will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to a total of $2,000.

Save the Date to join us March 2-11, 2018, in Oak Park, River Forest and beyond at the 7th Annual One Earth Film Festival.

Chasing Coral, a film from the award-winning director of Chasing Ice, will be screened as part of the 2018 One Earth Film Fest. Follow us on Facebook, facebook.com/oneearthfilmfest, for showtimes and a full Festival schedule.

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nated by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation centered programs that emphasize access, choice and the dignity of risk, PACTT provides a safe environment for participants to experience a personal freedom grounded in human rights. PACTT programs include a therapeutic day school, residential services for children & adults, a transition program for older teens and vocational training/job placement for adults. To learn more about PACTT or make a donation, go to www.pactt.org or call 773338-9102 ext. 2424

For more information or to make a donation, go to pingoprf.org. If you have an instrument to donate, send us an email at pingoprf@gmail.com.

Pro Bono Network We connect giving to impact! Access to justice should

Pillars Pillars is the largest nonprofit provider of mental health and social services in the western and southwestern suburbs. The agency serves 10,000 people each year through direct client services, including Mental Health, Addictions, Domestic & Sexual Violence, Child & Family Services, and Community Housing. Untreated mental illness and addiction can lead to hospitalization, encounters with law enforcement, violence, and even early death. Pillars’ programs empower people to break out of those cycles and lead healthy, productive, independent lives—which ultimately saves the community money. Stand together as Pillars, with us. Donate online or pledge a monthly gift today at www.pillarscommunity.org/ donate.

Ping! PING! provides the opportunity to experience the many benefits of a music education to students in need in our community. Each year PING! loans musical instruments to students in need in Oak Park River Forest school districts 90, 97, and 200 so that they can participate in the band and orchestra programs at school. PING! also provides music enrichment through workshops for 4th and 5th graders; mentoring, scholarships for summer music camp, and field trips for middle schoolers; and private music lessons for high school students. PING! is a volunteer-run organization that depends on the community for donated instruments, volunteer help, and financial contributions to maintain our instrument inventory and programs.

not depend upon one’s income. There are simply not enough lawyers to help people in dire need of legal aid. These include safety from an abuser, adequate housing, and the ability to get a job. Pro Bono Network, a locally-grown and new kind of organization, has brought over 250 attorneys to pro bono work by making legal representation practical. As a result over 1500 clients have received legal aid services which often encompass basic human rights. Learn more at pro-bono-network.org. Donating will make a difference! Be a part of bridging the justice gap!

of violence for future generations. Our Intervention Program provides bi-lingual services for families affected by domestic violence in order to safely navigate crisis, effectively process trauma and ensure self-sufficiency. Our Training and Education Program creates a network of skilled bystanders to appropriately intervene as first responders and community advocates. Our Together Strong Project was created to prevent relationship violence by teaching youth about the impact of their choices, giving them the tools to lead healthy lives, and empowering them to make a difference in their community. To donate, visit donatenow. networkforgood.org/sarahsinn, or make a tax-deductible donation through postal mail by sending a check to: Sarah’s Inn, PO Box 1159, Oak Park, IL 60304

The Symphony of Oak Park & River Forest

The River Forest Library Foundation “A library outranks any other one thing a community can do to benefit its people,” said Andrew Carnegie. That’s why he funded thousands of public libraries a century ago to help people help themselves through self-directed learning. Today, the River Forest Public Library (RFPL) carries on that core mission by providing not just books and periodicals but also a wide array of digital resources (onsite and remotely), interactive programs, and other transformative learning opportunities. Honor a family member, a cherished teacher or mentor, a dear friend, or your own love of lifelong learning by giving to the RFPL Foundation, a 501(c) (3) organization, at 735 Lathrop Avenue, River Forest, IL 60305 or rfplfoundation. org/donate. Your gift will inspire others and transform the lives of so many in our community.

Sarah’s Inn

Since 1981, Sarah’s Inn has worked to improve the lives of those impacted by domestic violence and to break the cycle

Each year The Symphony of Oak Park & River Forest receives support from loyal patrons and generous friends. Ticket sales provide less than half the funds needed for the Symphony’s performances. Your gift keeps this award-winning orchestra going strong, allowing us to keep our ticket prices low and provide free tickets to students through college to our concerts held at Dominican University. This year we celebrate our 85th Anniversary and your help is needed to ensure our future. We will reward donations of $100 (or more!) with a complementary ticket to our February 12 BEETHOVEN’s 9th concert or a free CD of our April Symphony Center concert. Make your end-of-year tax-deductible donation at symphonyoprf.com, or: P.O. Box 3564, Oak Park, IL 60303-3564.

Thrive Counseling Center Thrive Counseling Center (formerly Family Services of Oak Park) has provided community mental health services for 119 years. Located in the heart of Oak Park, our mission is to build healthy minds, families and communities by empowering people to attain mental and emotional well-being.

This Community Giving Guide of local nonprofits will run weekly through December. If you would like information on how to list your organization, email Marc Stopeck at marc@oakpark.com.

Supporting and enriching the lives of older adults

As a nonprofit since 1920, Cantata’s mission has always been to help older adults live their best lives. Thanks to the generous support of volunteers, families, staff, and countless donors, Cantata has been able to grow and carry on its vision for nearly 100 years. At Cantata, every season is a season of giving. Year round, people give of their time, talents, donations, and compassion. One dedicated volunteer gives to Cantata because she “is making a difference in the lives of the residents.” Others give to Cantata because they want to make a lasting impact in the lives of older adults, or to strengthen the bonds of community, or simply for personal reasons. Whether it’s the gift of your time or a monetary donation, everything is greatly appreciated and contributes to the successful care and support for aging adults. To donate and make a positive difference in the lives of seniors in your community, please visit www.cantatacares.org or email george.columbus@cantata.org

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Concordia University Chicago invites you along with family and friends to begin your Christmas celebration with us. December 2 and 3 Concordia’s Kapelle, Schola Cantorum, Chamber Orchestra, Laudate, Mannerchor, and Handbells will perform in the services, along with bible readings and congregational carols.

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Oak Park and River Forest High School Scholarship Foundation Investing in the Future Since 1924

PLEASE VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE Friday, December 1

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University Band Christmas Concert, 8:00 p.m. Saturday, December 2 Service of Lessons & Carols 4:00 p.m. & 7:00 p.m. Sunday, December 3 Service of Lessons & Carols 4:00 p.m.

All events located in Chapel of Our Lord. Admission and parking are free.

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nated by the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation Hope, resilience and recovery form the heart of our programs and services. Last year we provided critical services to approximately 1,500 friends, neighbors and family members including… • counseling for youth and adults • psychiatric care and medication management • 24/7 crisis intervention • in-home counseling for older adults • case management and supportive housing • psycho-social recovery day program • stress reduction courses To learn more or donate, please visit www.thrivecc.org. or call 708-383-7500, ext. 316

right in your own community today with your support of the West Cook YMCA’s scholarship fund. To donate, visit WestCookYMCA.org/ donate or send your check to West Cook YMCA, 255 S. Marion St., Oak Park, IL 60302. (708-383-5200)

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UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago UCP Seguin believes that all people, regardless of ability, deserve to achieve their potential, advance their independence and act as full members of the community. So we stop at nothing to provide life skills training, assistive technology, meaningful employment and a place to call home for people with disabilities, as well as specialized foster care for children. Our goal: life without limits for people with disabilities. Make a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. Donate online at ucpseguin.org or send gifts to UCP Seguin, 332 Harrison Street, Oak Park IL 60304

West Cook YMCA A life best lived includes helping others experience a better life. When you give to the West Cook YMCA, you give to our community. 100% of your tax-deductible donation goes directly to providing scholarships to children, adults, and seniors- your friends and neighborstransforming their lives through access to health screenings, chronic disease prevention programs, after-school programs, swim lessons, life-skills training for residents, and Y memberships that can open the door to help each person become their best self. Make a difference

West Suburban Special Recreation Association (WSSRA) West Suburban Special Recreation Association (WSSRA) provides recreational programming for individuals with disabilities who reside in Oak Park, River Forest and eight other surrounding communities. Donations to WSSRA, help provide financial assistance to those participating in our year-round programs and summer day camp. To make a donation, please visit wssra.net.

Wonder Works Children’s Museum Creative and imaginative play are vital to a healthy child and Wonder Works Children’s Museum provides countless opportunities for both, giving children a safe space to explore. Wonder Works is committed to providing an environment where early learning flourishes through thoughtfully designed “experience zones” and educational programming. Rachel Rettberg CEO Wonder Works Children’s Museum 6445 W North Ave, Oak Park IL 60302 773.636.7971 rrettberg@wonder-works.org wonder-works.org www.facebook.com/ wonderworkschildrensmus YEMBA

educate and empower them mentally, physically and spiritually. We employ life-long learning and service experiences through group mentorship that will equip them with knowledge and tools for leadership development and ultimately, success in life. Also, we provide training opportunities for high schoolers and adults to explore their philanthropic journey as mentors. We rely on the generosity and sponsorship of individuals like you to help continue this great mission! To help make a difference in the lives of our youth, please visit us at http://www. yemba-inc.org or follow us on Facebook @yembaInc em

Youth Outreach Services (YOS) Youth Outreach Services (YOS) is a non-profit organization that helps at-risk youth in the Chicago area reach their potential. For almost 60 years, we’ve focused on caring for teens that face challenges at home, in school and in the community. YOS believes all youth are capable of excellence. Our job is to provide the support they need to meet challenges head on, discover their strengths and make healthy choices. We provide comprehensive services from our four service areas depending on each client’s needs: Counseling, Prevention, Child Welfare and Juvenile Justice with programs in schools, client’s homes and our offices.

OPRF Scholarship Foundation: Honoring the past while helping to fund the future In 2015, Thomas Amato, along with his daughter Rebecca, established the Georg Ann Zussman-Amato Memorial Scholarship for Women in Science through the Oak Park and River Forest High School Scholarship Foundation. The scholarship was created to honor the memory of Mr. Amato’s wife, Georg Ann, who had passed away in 2011 at the age of 72. The award is offered to a graduating female student at OPRFHS who has demonstrated excellence, and is planning to major in one of the natural sciences at college. “Georg Ann had an early interest in sciences.” Mr. Amato says, “I felt this was a good way to keep her memory alive and honor her work in the field and her own personal desire to be involved in science.”

To make a donation, volunteer, or get more information, go to yos.org or call 773-777-7112, x 7270.” To make a donation, volunteer, or get more information, go to yos.org or call 773-7777112x7270

YEMBA Founded in 2007, YEMBA is focused on educating and empowering youth thru lifeskills mentoring. We provide free life-skill mentoring workshops to middle school youth. These workshops are designed to

This Community Giving Guide of local nonprofits will run weekly through December. If you would like information on how to list your organization, email Marc Stopeck at marc@oakpark.com.

Thomas Amato with recent Zussman-Amato Award Recipient Olivia Lenzo

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OAK PARK. VALUE PRICING on jumbo 2-flat! Heart of OP - sunny corner lot - each unit 3 BRs, 2 BAs! Fireplaces. 2 garages. Close to OPRF, pool, ice rink, Green line. .....................................................................$620,000

OAK PARK. GREAT 1BR CONDO in the ‘Heart of Oak Park’ with owned parking. Building has indoor pool & beautiful deck w/view of the city...........................$130,000

OAK PARK. NOT YOUR AVERAGE 2FLAT! Spacious 1st flr unit - 3BRs, 1BA. 2nd unit - 4BRs, 2BAs - OAK PARK. SPACIOUS ROOMS, 1st floor office or master ste duplexed up. Great buy for extended family bedroom. Finished bsmt. New roof & furnace. Perfect. living or investment. .........................................$875,000 Just move in! ..................................................... $509,000

OAK PARK. JUST LISTED! UNBEAT ABLE LOCATION! 2BR, 2BA light-filled condo in an elevator bldg. In-unit lndry, 2 pkg spcs, close to Green Line, shopping, downtown OP.................................$319,000

RIVER FOREST. IMMACULATE & UP DATED 2-story brick home on deep lot. 3BRs, 2.1BAs. Remodeled kitchen. New MBA w/Jacuzzi. C/A. Lovely! .................$549,000

WESTERN SPRINGS. RARE END UNIT RANCH TOWNHOUSE. Open flr plan. Gas frplc. Large eat-in kitchen w/SS & granite counters. 3BRs, 3BAs. LL rec rm. ...$595,000

OAK PARK MUST SEE changes in this extra large Victorian with coach house. Bath added on 2nd flr & kitchen redone! .................$1,149,000 STUNNING 5 bedroom, 3.1 bath Victorian centrally located near Green line & Farmer’s Market on a wide lot with a 2-car garage. .............................................................$945,000 STATELY 5BR COLONIAL offers high-end finishes & modern updates. Chef’s kitchen. 2 full BAs, powder rm 1st flr, ½ BA in bsmt. Family rm. Backyard oasis..................$874,000 WELCOME HOME! 4BR, 2.1BA with all the living space you desire. Huge kitchen/family rm with all the bells & whistles.........$670,000 STOP & TAKE A LOOK at this stunning 4 BR, 2.1 BA, new kitchen w/granite & SS applncs, DR, LR, family room, finished basement, deck & patio. ...............................................$639,900 THIS BEAUTY AWAITS you finishing touches, all the rest has been done. 4BRs, 2BAs. 3BRs on 2nd flr. MBR ste on 3rd. Htd garage. .............................................................$525,000 BRIGHT, SPACIOUS open concept home, gas log frplc, 4 BRs, 2 & half BAs, finished basement, & many new updates. Close to everything...........................................$478,000 AMERICAN 4SQ with an open front porch on a large lot! 4 BRs, 2 BAs. Remodeled kitchen. Recreation rm. C/A. Great house! .............................................................$455,000 DELIGHTFUL 3BR, 1½BA, American 4-Square, winning mix of modern improvements & classic details. Stylish kitchen & BAs, rec rm, fenced landscaped yd. ...........$345,000 EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

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May your Thanksgiving be warm and cozy with the smiles of friends and family. RIVER FOREST TALLMADGE & WATSON BEAUTY sits on a lush 80x218 lot. 4BRs, 3.1 BAs. 1st flr family rm. Newly refinished flrs. MBR ste w/custom closet. More! ...................................$1,240,000 FLAWLESS ATTENTION TO DETAIL. Spectacular 5 BR, 2.1 BA home with coach house. Chef’s kitchen w/over-the-top amenities opens to family rm. Much more! ..........................................................$1,000,000 GREAT LOCATION and lots of space - check out this 4BR, 3BA Queen Anne home today. .............................................................$869,000 CHARMING 4 BR, 2.1 BA w/natural woodwork & hardwood flrs. Light-filled rms, SS applncs, family rm, finished bsmt, huge yard & more. Must see! .................................$585,500

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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

Community rec center is a collaborative win-win

ollaboration among Oak Park public entities is an opportunity for a win-win outcome for our community in need of facilities and services. The public, including Wednesday Journal, has long called for more collaborations which is why the Park District of Oak Park and five other governmental groups came together to complete a community center feasibility study in 2016. The process included meetings with community leaders, hosting focus groups, and meetings to hear from residents what recreational opportunities they continue to need. Additional public surveys, conducted by a third party in 2010 and 2014, identified the same priorities: An indoor pool, an indoor walking track, fitness amenities, basketball courts/ gymnasium space, arts studios, and community meeting space. The Oak Park community has been extremely supportive of park district programs and services. This support has allowed the park district to provide high-quality programs and facilities while mitigating the costs to taxpayers. Bonds sold to build the Gymnastics and Recreation Center, renovate Ridgeland Common, and expand the buildings and grounds department/ renovate the administrative offices at 218 Madison are being paid back through the additional revenues earned from these facilities. In fact, in addition to the $2.1 million bond payback, the park district is also contributing $850,000 in new revenues from these facilities to our capital improvement plan on an annual basis. The same smart, fiscally responsible approach is guiding plans

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Racial watersheds, yesterday and today

atershed moments around race, power and deliberate intentions to do things differently have occurred throughout our history. They happen here when citizens of Oak Park and River Forest set forth on a journey to live differently with respect to race and the special powers that race sadly and unjustly confers on whites to the detriment of African Americans and other people of color. Not surprisingly, these turning points can be deeply contentious, but also hopeful, times. We are at one those moments when we can make change and move forward. Affirmative racial watersheds usually include events where what follows substantially changes the historical landscape — how large numbers of people think and behave and how dominant institutions operate. Unfortunately, watersheds, as the rising tide of police violence against African Americans painfully shows, can also be regressive and repressive. Decades after the expansive racial watersheds like the 1954 Supreme Court decision on school integration, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965, racist behaviors persist, even as we make incremental progress around race and gender equality.

Racial watersheds that expand freedom and opportunity require special circumstances. They occur when enough people of all racial identities and neighborhoods realize we are not living up to our religious, social and moral ideals. These awakenings contribute to initiating public policies and practices that seek new ways of thinking and acting around housing, schools, and our daily social existence. When watersheds succeed, a sense of expanded racial justice, inclusion and equitable opportunities for all members of the community, while not perfect, are certainly more palpable than before. Innovative, fair and equitable ways of thinking and acting racially are never easy for the dominant controlling culture. Epiphanies around race relations invariably place society’s strongest idealism in a tug of war and balancing act with ensuring selfinterests around white property in real estate and in schools. In our community, ALEXA ROGALS/Staff Photographer over a half century ago a racial watershed developed around how people thought and acted with respect to racial power arrangements, first in housing and then in schools. An emerging

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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

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No on community center

ith decisive no votes, elected leaders at Oak Park and River Forest High School and the River Forest Park District have effectively put the kibosh on a dubious plan to join the Park District of Oak Park in constructing a community center which would include an indoor pool, gymnasium, track, meeting rooms and other amenities. The votes, taken over the past two weeks, were specifically to not extend the time period for the three taxing bodies to continue to explore funding and siting options for such a facility. The current pact expires on Dec. 1. In River Forest, a survey of local residents found little appetite to help fund a facility located in Oak Park. And for the high school, it was the overdue conclusion that only confusion and doubt could result from its simultaneously planning and effectively funding both a community center and a major investment, including a new pool, on its own campus. Perhaps in the interest of saving face, the two votes were contoured not as a full rejection of the plan but rather as a “timing is wrong” to proceed. Actually, we’d suggest a fundamental flaw in the thinking behind this white elephant. Any taxing body, or trio of taxing bodies, that wants to undertake a building project costing as much as $47 million needs to go directly to taxpayers for collective permission to raise the funds. The notion that the super-sized piggy bank OPRF accumulated by grossly overtaxing property owners during the past decade might be tapped to make a loan to the Oak Park parks so it could eventually own this asset is nuts. We’re glad high school board members finally saw the remarkably bad optics of this. Drawing down financial reserves to loan the parks $20 million to fund construction, likely forcing the school to come back sooner to taxpayers for both a building and operating tax hike doesn’t make sense. We’ll wait now for the school’s sincere Imagine OPRF committee to come back in 2018 with a plan for capital investments in the school campus, including a pool. Proponents of the community center project have noted that Wednesday Journal has been braying for 15 years to see active collaboration among our taxing bodies. We assumed it was implicit in our editorial position that possible collaborative projects could not be boondoggles.

Consequences at Lake and Lathrop Good to see River Forest getting serious in applying pressure to the current preferred developer at Lake and Lathrop. There is a Nov. 30 deadline in place for Sedgwick Properties to file a planned development proposal for the mixed-use project they are proposing for this key site. Village government has invested plenty in this nearly decade-long effort at redevelopment. Specifically, the village is still sitting on $1.9 million from its expired TIF district which is pledged to the project. In a Nov. 16 appearance before the River Forest Development Review Board, Frank Martin, the chair, urged more details and specificity from the developer — and soon. Under terms set out by the village board when it chose Sedgwick as its new preferred developer on the project, there could be a $35,000 fine levied if the coming deadlines are missed. That attitude is as overdue as the entire project.

Thanksgiving As we wish all of our readers a happy Thanksgiving, we offer a particular thanks to the Community of Congregations for its uplifting and inclusive service Sunday evening at Unity Temple. It was the representation of all faiths, but especially the prominent inclusion of West Side faith leaders that made this event so powerful.

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A Thanksgiving Address for all seasons

f you’re looking for a Thanksgiving reading when you sit down to dinner tomorrow, you can’t do better than the Thanksgiving Address of the Native American Onondaga Nation, included in Braiding Sweetgrass, a book that had a powerful impact on me — as much as any I read this year. The address is well worth reading in its entirety, but I’ve put together an abridged version because hungry celebrants can only entertain a certain amount of thanks-giving before thanks-digging in. The author, Robin Wall Kimmerer, professor of Environmental Biology in the State Universities of New York (SUNY) system and a citizen of the Potawatomi Nation, which once called Illinois home, writes, “Many Native peoples across the world, despite myriad cultural differences, have this in common — we are rooted in cultures of gratitude.” Upper state New York, where she now lives, is the ancestral homeland of the Onondaga Nation, part of the Haudenosaunee Confederacy. At the Native school near her home, she writes, “The school week begins and ends not with the Pledge of Allegiance, but with the Thanksgiving Address, a river of words as old as the people themselves, hemselves, known more accurately in the he Onondaga language as ‘The Words that Come Before All Else.’ This ancient order of protocol sets gratitude as the highest priority. … In this ritual, their teachers remind them that every day, ‘beginning with where our feet first touch the earth, we send greetings and d thanks to all members of thee natural world.’” Here is an edited version of what they recite: When we look upon the faces around us, we see that the cycles of life continue. We have been given the duty to live in balance and harmony with each other and all living things. So now let us bring our minds together as one as we give greetings and thanks to each other as People. ■ We are thankful to our Mother Earth, for she gives us everything we need for life. She supports our feet as we walk about upon her. It gives us joy that she still continues to care for us, just as she has from the beginning of time. To our Mother, we send thanksgiving, love and respect. Now our minds are one. ■ We give thanks to all the waters of the world for quenching our thirst, for providing strength and nurturing life for all beings. We know its power in many forms — waterfalls and rain, mists and streams, rivers and oceans, snow and ice. We are grateful that the

waters are still here and meeting their responsibility to the rest of Creation. Now our minds are one. ■ With one mind, we honor and thank all the Food Plants we harvest from the garden, especially the Three Sisters [corn, beans and squash] who feed the people with such abundance. Since the beginning of time, grains, vegetables, beans and fruit have helped the people survive. Many other living things draw strength from them as well. We gather together in our minds all the plant foods and send them a greeting and thanks. Now our minds are one. ■ Now we turn to the Medicine Herbs of the world. From the beginning they were instructed to take away sickness. They are always waiting and ready to heal us. We are so happy that there are still among us those special few who remember how to use the plants for healing. With one mind, we send thanksgiving, love, and respect to the Medicines and the keepers of the Medicines. Now our minds are one. ■ The Earth has many families of Trees who each have their own instructions and uses. Some provide shelter and shade, others fruit and beauty and many useful gifts. The Maple is the leader of the trees, to recognize its gift of sugar People need it most. Many when the P peoples of the world recognize a people Tree as a symbol of peace and strength. With one mind we str greet and thank the Tree of g life. Now our minds are one. ■ We put our minds together as one and thank all the Birds who move and fly about over our heads. The Creator gave them the gift of C beautiful songs. Each mornbe ing they greet the day and with their songs remind us to enjoy and appreciate life. The Eagle was appr chosen to be their leader and to watch over the world. To all the Birds, from the smallest to the largest, we send our joyful greetings and thanks. Now our minds are one. ■ We are thankful for the powers we know as the Four Winds. We hear their voices in the moving air as they refresh us and purify the air we breathe. They help to bring the change of seasons. From the four directions they come, bringing us messages and giving us strength. With one mind we send our greetings and thanks to the Four Winds. Now our minds are one. ■ We now send greetings and thanks to our eldest brother, the Sun. Each day without fail he travels the sky from east to west, bringing the light of a new day. He is the source of all the fires of life. With one mind, we send greetings and thanks to our Brother, the Sun. Now our minds are one.

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The obvious solution to our male problem

am not very interested in the Little Picture. I don’t really care about fabric, plates, shrubs or soaps. I’m a Big Picture guy. I’m much more interested in the problem of evil, the existence of the afterlife, and why there is something instead of nothing. Unfortunately, a lot of the Big Picture has been filled in. Copernicus beat me to the heliocentric model of the solar system. Newton worked out gravity. Einstein got relativity. Amazon solved the problem of stuff delivered to your house really fast by just pushing buttons. So I thought I would tackle: What’s wrong with the world? The answer is: Men. I have facts. True facts. We have lots of mass shootings in this country, and they are always committed by men. Women hardly ever go on these homicidal journeys of hate and violence. As for women, there’s Lizzy Borden and Thelma & Louise, and that’s about it. Chicago’s skyrocketed murder rate is due to young men shooting young men. The women who get killed are almost always collateral damage. Road rage and bar fights are particularly guy things. Almost all the Darwin winners for doing jaw-droppingly stu-

pid stunts resulting in death or maiming are fellas. Almost all the sex harassers and perverts are men. Imagine a woman drugging a man to have her way with him, or stalking young boys at the mall, or grabbing genitalia. Imagine a female version of President Trump. The mind reels. All the dictators and tyrants are men. There’s Hitler, Stalin and Pol Pot. Slavery, genocide, concentration camps, war, global warming are all largely male inventions. There is a solution to the problem: Women. Now they aren’t perfect either. They sometimes drink a little too much white wine. They can be picky. They are awfully fussy about their appearance. But they definitely deserve a chance. They are better educated. They live longer. They are more compassionate. They take care of children and aging parents while holding down jobs. They reign in the men. Now I can anticipate the counter-argument that my criticism of men is largely because of male dominion over the world dating back to Adam and Eve. Exactly.

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CONTINUED from previous page ■ We put our minds together and give thanks to our oldest Grandmother, the Moon, who lights the nighttime sky. She is the leader of women all over the world and she governs the movement of ocean tides. By her changing face we measure time, and it is the Moon who watches over the arrival of children here on Earth. With one mind, we send greetings and thanks to our Grandmother, the Moon. ■ We give thanks to the Stars who are spread across the sky like jewelry. We see them at night, helping the Moon to light the darkness and bringing the dew to the gardens and growing things. When we travel at night, they guide us home. With our minds gathered as one, we send greetings and thanks to all the Stars. Now our minds are one. ■ We gather our minds to greet and thank the enlightened Teachers who have come to help throughout the ages. When we forget how to live in harmony, they remind us of the way we were instructed to live as people. With one mind, we send greetings and thanks to these caring Teachers. Now our minds are one. ■ We now turn our thoughts to the Creator, or Great Spirit, and send greetings and thanks for all the gifts of Creation. Everything we need to live a good life is here on Mother Earth. For all the love that is still around us, we gather our minds together as one and

send our choicest words of greetings and thanks to the Creator. And now our minds are one. According to Wall Kimmerer, “You can’t listen to the Thanksgiving Address without feeling wealthy. And while expressing gratitude seems innocent enough, it is a revolutionary idea. In a consumer society, contentment is a radical proposition. Recognizing abundance rather than scarcity undermines an economy that thrives by creating unmet desires. Gratitude cultivates an ethic of fullness, but the economy needs emptiness. The Thanksgiving Address reminds you that you already have everything you need. Gratitude doesn’t send you out shopping to find satisfaction; it comes as a gift rather than a commodity, subverting the foundation of the whole economy. That’s good medicine for land and people alike. At the end of the book, she issues a challenge: “The moral covenant of reciprocity calls us to honor our responsibilities for all we have been given, for all that we have taken. It’s our turn now, long overdue. Let us hold a giveaway for Mother Earth, spread our blankets out for her and pile them high with gifts of our own making. … Gifts of mind, hands, heart, voice, and vision, all offered up on behalf of the earth. Whatever our gift, we are called to give it and to dance for the renewal of the world. “In return for the privilege of breath.”

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JOURNAL of Oak Park and River Forest

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About Viewpoints Our mission is to lead educated conversation about the people, government, schools, businesses and culture of Oak Park and River Forest. As we share the consensus of Wednesday Journal’s editorial board on local matters, we hope our voice will help focus your thinking and, when need be, fire you to action. In a healthy conversation about community concerns, your voice is also vital. We welcome your views, on any topic of community interest, as essays and as letters to the editor. Noted here are our stipulations for filing. Please understand our verification process and circumstances that would lead us not to print a letter or essay. We will call to check that what we received with your signature is something you sent. If we can’t make that verification, we will not print what was sent. When, in addition to opinion, a letter or essay includes information presented as fact, we will check the reference. If we cannot confirm a detail, we may not print the letter or essay. If you have questions, call Viewpoints editor Ken Trainor at 708-613-3310 or email him at ktrainor@wjinc.com.

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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

We will not give up on sensible gun legislation

t Thanksgiving, we find ourselves blessed if we are able to gather with loved ones for a delicious meal and the simple gift of being together. It is also a time to think of and pray for those among us who struggle and for those gatherings that have been cruelly altered by loss. This awareness gives deeper meaning to the occasion and provides renewed purpose to strive on against challenges yet overcome. This year and this month, our nation should be especially mindful of those gatherings altered tragically by gun violence across the country. It is not a new problem, obviously, especially in our area, but the failure to reduce these tragedies is a tragedy of our own making. We have enacted important measures but more is urgently needed to curb the flow of guns to our streets and save innocent lives. But I am not deterred. In the spring, the Illinois Senate approved my legislation to reduce gun violence by licensing gun dealers. I have introduced legisla-

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REC CENTER

A win-win proposition from page 35 for a much-needed community recreation center to serve multigenerations. Partnering with other government entities is a win-win situation. By combining resources, talents and programs to meet needs, the winners become the residents, who get access to a facility through the efficient use of tax dollars. It is a long-term investment that helps meet community needs through a collaborative approach. A frequent community cry, including from local media, is that Oak Park needs safe spaces for kids to go after school and a multigenerational space where residents can come together regardless of socio-economic background. A community recreation center is just that. Toddlers, youth, teens, young

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tion similar to this every year for 15 years since I first came to elected office. We had hoped the House of Representatives would approve the measure in early November during veto session, but now predict that vote will happen early next year. Change is overdue and required, but with 15 years of striving behind me, I am not discouraged by a few more months. Partners with me in this call for action — grassroots activists, moms, dads, pastors and neighbors — are coming together demanding commonsense gun safety legislation as never before. Some have been fighting with me for a long time. I am thankful for the tremendous partners and volunteers that have contributed to this effort. That hard work and commitment is paying off, and the atmosphere is changing. The Senate approved my legislation with bipartisan support. I believe the House will do the same. No matter how long it takes, we will get there. When that day comes, we will be humbled by years of senseless and preventable loss, but also, thankful.

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adults, older adults and families will be served by the programs and services in this facility. With free open gym time during the “at-risk” after-school hours, kids can enjoy a healthy activity choice. The free walking track is perfect for those who want an economical choice for exercise and enjoy walking or jogging without braving the elements. The collaboration has always intended to bring this project to the public as soon as more details are available. First, we need to determine the best site for the center and ensure that a collaborative approach to funding is agreed upon. Providing a community recreation center through a governmental collaboration is ideal and a win for residents who deserve an accessible, multigenerational facility focused on the health and well-being of residents for many generations to come.

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Questions are what I am left with after reading all available information on this potential Pilot Parking Program. 1) How much will “license-plate technology” cost? 2) What are the costs to the village for “enforcement officers” to actually enforce these new regulations? 3) When counting these parking spots, are they accounting for all the cars already parked on our streets that are here close to shops and work? If there are permit cars left on the streets for days, the access to businesses grows even harder. 4) If you don’t do the odd/even plan, snow removal is a problem, but leaf removal is also a consideration. The neighborhood currently rakes the leaves into semi-neat piles by the curb in the couple of days before collection and people manage to park around them. I don’t know how we will be

able to rake the leaves into the street if it is full of vehicles and how they can regulate when the cars are not able to park on certain sides for leaf pick-up. 5) I can’t imagine that parking by the train stations won’t increase (By all means, yay for public transit). But I think this will again impact business/restaurant parking. The well-deserving and well-attended Economy Shop will have patrons parking many blocks away. I confess, I am a single-family homeowner and park my car on a parking pad. My concerns for street parking are mainly for visitors and work vehicles. I’m sure if I were a condo owner I would be stressed by the Oak Park parking situation. Let’s work together, but please consider all the ramifications.

Kristi Sloniger Oak Park

Armageddon and tax revenues I am writing in opposition to the idea of raising waste disposal rates to prevent a rise in property taxes. For a democratic society to function without chaos, there is a need to match tax revenues with the corresponding expenses. In this day (near Armageddon) we might as well finance everything with long-term zero coupon bonds. Then matching principal can be

RACE

A turning point? from page 35 commitment to open housing accelerated in 1964 when hundreds of justice-minded citizens of River Forest and Oak Park signed the public declaration “The Right to Live Where They Choose.” This epoch support for racially integrated living, in turn, contributed to the passage of the Oak Park Open Housing Ordinance in 1968. A second defining racial watershed came to Oak Park in the 1970s with the creation of two junior high schools and eight neighborhood schools to ensure racial integration across school populations. As Oak Park struggled into the era of “managed integration,” many people remained skeptical, even oppositional. Large numbers of white households fled Oak Park while new residents moved here to embrace the ideals

ignored! I am 73 and do not expect to live 30 more years (ha ha, sure). As for school expenses, I seriously doubt the children will still live in Oak Park to be hit with paying for their own expenses. My own expectation is that Armageddon will solve all long-term debt (Daniel 2:44).

of a racially diverse community. Other people consciously or unconsciously waited for the next opportunity to reorder institutional structures and social processes in ways they believed might make their lives more racially predictable and secure. In the early 1980s divisions around school reform called “rescheduling” in District 97 eventually focused on how school curriculum and programs should be organized to promote racial equity. The central question then became not whether schools in Oak Park would be integrated, but whether children in our schools would learn in racially integrated or segregated classrooms. After much rancor and soul-searching, the answer came with the landmark 1990 District 97 Strategic Plan, which pledged racial integration of classroom learning and enrichment opportunities for all children. Today, OPRF High School teachers and administrators, with community accountability, are implementing the 2017 Strategic

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Plan. This process offers us a potential racial watershed moment in the pursuit of racially equitable learning opportunities and achievement. That goal, as envisioned in the plan, is reaching the day when race is no longer a predictor of academic success. In a follow up essay, we will present the case for how key parts of the plan might move us closer to this ideal. We will also propose actions on how our community can come together and live with the uncertainty that bold, new approaches present in creating a school where all our children can experience “those things that are best.” John Duffy is chairperson for the Committee for Equity and Excellence in Education (CEEE); Mark Christensen is a member of CEEE; Melanie McQueen is co-president of African American Parents for Purposeful Leadership in Education (APPLE); Burcy Hines and Wyanetta Johnson are APPLE members. Anthony Clark is the founder of Suburban Unity Alliance (SUA) and an OPRF faculty member.

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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

A G I N G

Arbor West Neighbors forum hits the mark

eople spoke from the heart and from experience. Housing became the very personal, human thing that most of us just gloss over. The Arbor West Neighbors (AWN) forum at the Oak Park Public Library last Saturday, titled “Creating and Recreating Home: Options for Aging in Community,” was well attended, well organized, well informed and inspirational. At the first of two panels, Kay Muller described herself as a 16-year-old girl from a dysfunctional family on the “wrong side of the tracks,” forced to find her own place to live, first in a rooming house and eventually, 35 years of shared housing in Evanston. Kay commented that their shared housing created an “accidental family,” which she didn’t realize until all the kids started introducing one another as brother/sister. Her lessons included: “what you think isn’t always what happens,” “reality often creates your future,” and “be open to possibility.” There were about 80 people in attendance, all of them interested in options for aging in community and listening intently to the large chunks of both heartfelt and very practical information — most of them with white hair and virtually all of them white.

After the opening and introductory remarks by AWN board members Barb Bodner, Brooke McMillin and Susan Stall, the forum kicked off with a personal and succinct presentation from Charlie Hoch, professor emeritus of Urban Planning at UIC. Charlie recalled his own residence history, one at a time, an exercise he recommended for all of the assembled. He talked about why shared housing is alive and well and growing, including remarks about how we all need each other, as he remembered lessons from his early work with SRO hotels in Chicago. He assured that, in our last third of life, we can think creatively about housing options that address security, safety, privacy, and predictability, i.e. affordability. Ann Cibulskis recounted the founding of the Emma Goldman Housing Cooperative in 1991, and the practicalities of making that long-term experiment work — three units in a large house in Evanston. Valerie Werner shared lessons learned when she re-habbed a single-family residence

to accommodate her mother moving in on the second floor. She referred to her Italian family history of nightly visits around the village to check on neighbors and how that impacted her adaptive re-use for intergenerational living. After a break, the second panel continued with Barb Bodner talking about her investigation of co-housing in Baltimore as a young married with children. Then Kevin Monahan discussed the very real practicalities of Sol House Coop living in Logan Square via a modified rap: organize, mesmerize, incorporate, invest(igate), by-laws, budget, real estate, people relate, purchase, policies! Tammie Grossman, director of the Development Customer Services Department, spoke on behalf of the village of Oak Park. She outlined several programs and recent decisions of interest to “seniors” — singlefamily rehab loan program, small rental rehab program, AirBnBs and coach houses in the village. There seemed to be a lot of audience interest regarding how many unrelated people are allowed to reside in a home

MARC BLESOFF

in Oak Park. Paul Schultz, designer/builder of the Toybox tiny home, recounted his childhood family configuration and his early interests in alternative living styles. He was clear that zoning is not the enemy to tiny homes, and in fact serves a real and important function. He emphasized that hurdles to utilizing tiny houses for older people are actually opportunities, and he commented on the difference between “living” and “existing.” The closing section of this stimulating forum was a breakout session/report back. People chose one of eight tables, each with a different topic, to dive deeper into what we had already heard. Everyone at the tables seemed involved in discussion and thought. The juices were flowing. Through presenting this forum, Arbor West Neighbors brought to the fore important issues, information, questions and experiences around housing options for aging in our communities. Marc Blesoff is a former Oak Park village trustee, co-founder of the Windmills softball organization, co-creator of Sunday Night Dinner, a retired criminal defense attorney, and a novice beekeeper. He currently facilitates Conscious Aging Workshops and Wise Aging Workshops in the Chicago area.

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are saved in crime costs in the future. That seems like an easy investment to make. In addition to our teens, a community recreation center would serve as a multigenerational space for everyone, a place for youth, adults, seniors and families to come together regardless of economic background. It would be a much-needed community gathering space. The benefits of such a space are hard to quantify but include improved health and reduced stress. One of the things that my family and I love most about Oak Park is the strong sense of community that is found here. The proposed community center, offering fitness options along with public meeting space, is just what this community needs to enhance that sense of belonging. For years, Oak Park residents have called on the government agencies to work together to create proposals that are truly in the residents’ best interests. And we’ve finally got one that does just that.

Kevin Cohen Oak Park

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The high school pools are in disrepair. We have few safe places for our teens to go. There aren’t enough community meeting spaces. A new, intergovernmental community center can help solve all of these problems. The Park District of Oak Park has done its homework. It conducted community surveys by a third party in both 2010 and 2014 to learn from the residents which recreational spaces they would like to see. The top needs identified by residents include an indoor pool, indoor walking track, fitness spaces, basketball courts, art studios and community meeting spaces. Additionally, the park district, along with the other five Oak Park government entities, completed a feasibility study in 2016. The process included meeting with community leaders, hosting focus groups and organizing community meetings. The proposed center is the result of these efforts. A common refrain from Oak Parkers is the lack of safe spaces for teens after school, and a community center would work wonders in that area. Studies show that for every dollar invested in after-school programming, $3-5

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I thought it was interesting that there was a full-page ad against a community center in Oak Park and River Forest for several reasons, including: 1) It doesn’t look like it is going to happen as the high school doesn’t sound like it is going to help fund it. 2) Of course it would be tax exempt as it is a community center, as are all the other park district houses in our community. But that allows it to be affordable to those in our community who can’t afford to go to the private clubs. There is not a single place people in our community can go to play a pick-up game of basketball or swim or work out at all without belonging

to a private club. That leaves many with no options as the private clubs are expensive. Then I went into the Tennis and Fitness Center and noticed the same advertising against the community center. Now I have to wonder if this so called Citizens for Responsible Activities and Parks is no more than a group of private club owners who don’t want the competition. We live in an economically diverse community, which is an asset to our community, and we should have community activities that reflect that diversity.

Susan Klinger Oak Park

One for your ‘best of ’ book Ken, what a sweet column [Bryce and Tyler to the rescue, Ken Trainor, Viewpoints, Nov. 8]. But real, not syrupy. Honest. An artfully indirect summary of three generations of a family’s life. But you are all still a family. So many former families have nothing now. And others may be somehow still held together, but they have nothing like you have. The innocence of these boys is the magnet, gifting you with so many occasions to belong to each other and remember and make good new memories. And even after the boys’ innocence has morphed into whatever comes next, it’s hard for me to imagine that these resulting memories will not have cured into something more permanent, not just painfully past, but also something very good, with a future of its own, for all of you who care about the boys.

You had a brutally honest line in the column, maybe too much so. “One of my failings in life was the inability to create a true ‘home’.” Too harsh, so hard on yourself. I’m glad the boys arrived on the scene to show you that it was not all on you. Sometimes you just have to wait until grace reaches out, and until it does, there isn’t much you can do about it except wait and pray and be open. That’s a part I don’t understand. For some people it seems that grace takes longer to come than they can wait, and they get lost. But that’s not you. Your train has definitely arrived, as surely as the train with the food in that Forest Park restaurant. These columns about the boys need to go into your “Best of ” book.

Mark Moran

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Wednesday Journal, November 22, 2017

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Safeguards to prevent future Trumps

year ago, I tried to comfort the community, in the wake of an election that disappointed 85% of us. I observed that the election was already sparking ’60sstyle activism but said we should wait for the man to do something unacceptable, before taking to the streets. We’ve suffered a year of unacceptable. But, as a certified silver-lining specialist, I can already see how Trump will ultimately be beneficial for the U.S. I see the president as being a disease that is infecting our American institutions. This is forcing us to produce antibodies. Someday our immune system will be stronger as a result. Sure, he has shaken our faith in journalists. He assaults our freedom to express ourselves. He has trampled our traditions. He’s a threat to democracy, world peace and the environment. The only cure for Trump disease is for the American people to rise up and hold him accountable. I believe that, in the wake of Trump, we will develop all kinds of safeguards to hold presidential candidates and presidents accountable for their words and actions: ■ In the future, all presidential candidates will be required to pass a seventh-grade civics class, or risk repeating seventh grade. ■ Candidates who brag about sexually assaulting women must immediately suspend their campaigns and sit out the election in the locker room. ■ Presidents must divest themselves of all business interests, including their kid’s lemonade stand.

■ It will be mandatory for candidates to hand over their tax returns. If the average citizen has to produce three years of returns to get a mortgage, then a president must produce theirs if they want to live in the White House. ■ Assessing a candidate’s psychological health is tricky but the Commander-in-Chief must pass the Army’s psychological fitness test. Candidates must demonstrate at least a shred of empathy. ■ Candidates cannot claim combat experience for surviving the New York nightclub scene, and a bone spur does not earn a Purple Heart. ■ All statements made by the president, will be immediately fact-checked by the bipartisan, Blue Ribbon Truth Committee, which will have the power to censure the president for telling whoppers. ■ Candidates will be required to serve the country in some capacity, be it military or civilian, before they run for the highest office. This could involve serving as dogcatcher, if that position is still available. ■ Candidates will no longer be permitted to attack rivals for their personal appearance or physical disability. A committee of fourth-graders will review all presidential insults to see if they rise above playground level. ■ Candidates can disagree with members of the media but cannot label them “enemies of the American people,” which is slanderous. ■ Presidential political campaigns must be shortened. We endure 600 days, while Mexico limits races to 147 days, Canada to 78 days, and Japan only gives candidates 12 days. ■ We must place limits on how much money a candidate

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can contribute to their campaign. Letting rich guys buy public office just isn’t working. ■ Until they can demonstrate maturity and a sense of decency, presidents will not be allowed to use their cellphone without a responsible adult present. ■ We don’t want to be the fashion police but, for their own safety, presidents shouldn’t wear comb-overs that are visible from outer space. These are just a few of the safeguards we will need in place to prevent further Trumps. Our immune system is currently compromised but, in the end, our antibodies will rise up and defeat this disease infecting our democracy. Trump should be pleased. They’re called white cells.

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John Hutzenlaub, 67

Charles Finn, 85

John Travers Hutzenlaub, 67, died peacefully on Nov. 15, 2017 at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital, surrounded by family. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he was the son of John and Lillian Hutzenlaub, graduated from St. Lawrence University in Canton, New JOHN HUTZENLAUB York, and was an associate member of the Chicago Blackhawk Alumni Association. John Hutzenlaub is survived by Mary, his wife of 41 years; his daughters, Amy (Brian) Dwyer and Casey; his sister, Carla Harwood; and his grandchildren, Emma and Mollie. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, Dec. 2 at Mattone Restaurant and Bar in LaGrange Park from noon till 3 p.m. The family appreciates memorials, in lieu of flowers, to the Inner-City Education Program, c/o Brad Erikson, P.O. Box 64837 in Chicago, 60664-0837, www.innercityeducation.org, or to the Blackhawk Alumni Scholarship Fund, Chicago Blackhawk Alumni Association, P.O. Box 72159, Roselle 60172.

Charles Finn, 85, died peacefully on Nov. 17, 2017. Born in Gerled, Iowa on Oct. 13, 1932 to Harold and Anna (nee Seibold) Finn, he graduated from the University of Illinois and served in the U.S. Army. He worked for IBM as a systems engineer for many years. He also found time to volunteer, serving on the District 90 River Forest school board, the Thatcher Woods Area Boy Scout Council, and the board of Barr Camp for many years. A longtime member of the River Forest Service Club, he was recently honored at the Memorial Day Parade. As a proud member of the River Forest Tennis Club, he enjoyed playing tennis with his friends. Charles Finn was the husband of Annette (nee Oehmig); father of Jane Finn (Kevin) McCole, Douglas (Jane) and Peter (Grace); grandfather of Christopher, Tim, Kate, Madeline, Tom, Caroline, Lily, Liam and Luke; brother, of Harold (Karen); and the uncle of many nephews. Memorial visitation will take place on Friday, Nov. 24 at 1:30 p.m. until the time of service, 3 p.m., at United Lutheran Church. In lieu of flowers, the family appreciates memorials to the Norman B. Barr Camp Inc., P.O. Box 70, Williams Bay, Wisconsin 53191 or to United Lutheran Church, 409 Greenfield St., Oak Park 60302. Arrangements have been entrusted to PetersonBassi Chapels, 708-848-6661.

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Memorial service A memorial service will be held at Pilgrim Congregational Church in Oak Park on Nov. 25 at 3 p.m. for Cheryl Corbin Tartakoff, 73, of Oak Park, who died on Sept. 7, 2017. She was a research dietician at Rockefeller University, director of the MD/PhD program at Case Western University, and the editor at the American Dietetic Association. An avid singer, both solo and choral, in New York, Cleveland, and Oak Park, she was also a volunteer at the Oak Park Conservatory, and a devoted gardener.

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Please recycle Every bit helps! Here’s a look at newspaper recycling success... Last year, 9 million of the 11 million tons of newspaper in the U.S. was recovered and recycled. How Much We Recycle

Recycling Rates of Certain Commodities 75%

Corrugated Cardboard

78%

Newspapers

55%

Aluminum Cans

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Source - American Forest & Paper Association

More importantly, the amount of old newspapers in the municipal solid-waste stream decreased, reducing the need for new landfills.

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

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Newsprint 38%

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Paperboard 15% Exported for Recycling 20% Source – American Forest & Paper Association, 2002 *Egg cartons, building materials, etc.

Wednesday Journal, Forest Park Review and Landmark are all printed on recycled paper. For more information on this year’s America Recycles Day, visit www.americarecyclesday.org.

First United Methodist Church of Oak Park

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“Here is where you belong!” Engage Christian Church Engaging God, His Family, and His Mission 1000 S. Elgin Ave. Forest Park, IL (In First United Church) To stay connected visit our website and join us on social media www.engagecc.org Facebook: @EngageCC Twitter: @engagecchurch Instagram: @engccchurch

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

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Lutheran—ELCA

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920

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

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 8:30am & 11:00am Adult Bible Class & Sunday School 10:00am 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 School Phone: 708-386-5131

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 Unity

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

UNITY CHURCH OF OAK PARK 405 North Euclid Ave.

The Love of God enfolds you. Sunday Services 9 am & 11 am Youth Education 11 am 708-848-0960 — unityoakpark.org

Upcoming Religious Holidays Nov 23 Thanksgiving

Interfaith USA

24 Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahdur

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GYM/CHILDCARE ASSISTANT West Suburban Montessori School is seeking a part time gym and childcare assistant. Applicants must be responsible, self-directed, and have a love for working with young children. Hours are 8:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Monday-Friday when school is in session with additional opportunities during school breaks. To apply, e-mail your resume to peggerding@ wsms.org. PARKING SERVICES SPECIALIST The Village of Oak Park is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Parking Services Specialist. This position which performs a variety of responsible and difficult clerical work in support of parking & mobility services functions; and to perform the more difficult and complex clerical duties including but not limited to parking permits, parking passes and vehicle stickers. Applicants are encouraged to visit the Village of Oak Park’s website http://www.oakpark.us/. Interested and qualified applicants must complete a Village of Oak Park application no later than November 27, 2017. PERSONAL TRAINER! Seeking Certified Personal Trainer to work part-time at private studio in Oak Park. Looking for someone who will fit in with our gym culture. We meet our clients where they are, give them individualized attention, but also a lot of autonomy. Part-time position with room to grow for right candidate. Learn from and work with industry leader! Job includes managing the floor, keep the gym running smoothly. Please send your resume along with a cover letter to jamiemariemadison@gmail.com. No phone calls, please. For more info: www.oakpark.com/Classified/Ads/ 8040/ Check us out on Facebook www.facebook.com/coachingbyg/ SEEKING PART-TIME TEACHER Oak Park Building Blocks is seeking part-time afternoon teachers for our Nursery and Toddler classrooms. Applicants must be DCFS teacher qualified, flexible, able to plan, organize & relate well with children, parents & co-workers, love children and have a passion to help them learn & Grow, able to lead and be a team player, and model love and joy of learning. Email resumes and inquiries to Kelly Jo at admin@ oakparkbuildingblocks.com or call 708-386-1033 for more information.

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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: D17152583 on November 1, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of COHLER BUSINESS RESEARCH with the business located at: 9106 SHERMAN AVE, BROOKFIELD, IL 60513. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: JAMES COHLER 9106 SHERMAN AVE BROOKFIELD, IL 60513

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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: D17152594 on November 1, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of THE SCREAMING PEACH with the business located at: 2431 S HIGHLAND AVE, BERWYN, IL 60402. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: JANETTE C. VILLACIS 2431 S HIGHLAND AVE BERWYN, IL 60402

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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: D17152577 on October 31, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of DONNA WATTS CASTING with the business located at: 805 LAKE STREET #3385 OAK PARK, IL 60301. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: DONNA F. WATTS 332 S. AUSTIN BLVD. #2W OAK PARK, IL 60304

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: D17152641 on November 8, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of THE ASSOCIATION GROUP with the business located at: 4000 SUNNYSIDE, BROOKFIELD, IL 60513. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is: CORNELL BARNETT 4000 SUNNYSIDE AVE BROOKFIELD, IL 60513.

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ADJACENT SUBJECT PROPERTY ADDRESSES: 505 Washington Boulevard, 423-429 S. Scoville Ave., Oak Park, Illinois.

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, December 6, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Village Hall, 123 Madison St., Oak Park, Illinois on the following matter:

HEARING DATE: December 7, 2017

Cal. No. 24-17-Z: 6603-6609 North Avenue, Jade Sky Real Estate, LLC

TIME: 7:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the Agenda permits. LOCATION OF HEARING: Council Chambers, Room 201, Oak Park Village Hall, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois, 60302

OWNER (S) OF RECORD: Village of Oak Park, 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302

APPLICANT: Fenwick High School (Fenwick High School & 423-425 S. Scoville, LLC & 427429 S. Scoville, LLC), 505 Washington Boulevard, Oak Park, IL 60304 LEGAL DESCRIPTION: THAT PART OF THE 15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; PUBLIC ALLEY LYING BETWEEN AND ADJOINING LOTS 9 TO 12 AND LOTS 20 TO 23 ALL IN BLOCK 4 IN EAST AVENUE ADDITION TO OAK PARK, A SUBDIVISION OF BLOCKS 52 TO 54 AND 59 TO 61 IN VILLAGE OF RIDGELAND, A SUBDIVISION OF THE EAST 1/2 OF THE EAST 1/2 OF SECTION 7 AND THE NORTHWEST 1/4 AND THE WEST Â˝ OF THE WEST Â˝ OF THE SOUTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 8, TOWNSHIP 39 NORTH, RANGE 13, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, IN COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS. REQUEST: The Applicant seeks the vacation of a portion of an abutting alley located between the addresses referenced above, all of which are owned by Fenwick High School. The portion of the village alley right-of-way to be vacated is approximately 15 feet in width (east to west) and 198 feet long (north to south).

The principal purpose of the public hearing is for the Plan Commission to hear evidence and testimony about whether the public interest would be served by vacating the proposed portion of the aforesaid alley. Your attendance and comments on the development plans at the public hearing are welcome. Copies of the application and each of the applicable documents are on file and are available for inspection at the Village Hall, Development Customer Services, 123 Madison Street, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Persons with disabilities planning to attend and needing special accommodations should contact the Village Clerkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office at 123 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois 60302, or call (708) 358-5670. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO BE HEARD.

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Jade Sky Real Estate, LLC, Applicant, is seeking a special use permit from Section 8.3 (Table 8-1: Use Matrix) of the Zoning Ordinance of the Village of Oak Park, which section requires a special use permit for townhouses located in the NA North Avenue District, to construct two, 2-story loft-type units facing North Avenue (Units 1 and 2) and four, 3-story townhome units which are accessed in a secluded eastfacing private courtyard (Units 3 through 6) at the premises commonly known as 6603-6609 North Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois. 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. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 22nd Day of November, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 11/22/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing on the 2018-19 school year calendar will be held at 7:30pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the School Districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Administration Building located at 201 North Scoville Avenue, Oak Park, Illinois in the Board Room (Room 213). This hearing will be for the consideration of District 200â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school calendar for the 2018-2019 school year. In accordance with Illinois School Code, the district is required to notify the public that the districtâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s proposal is to hold school on Columbus Day, October 8, 2018. This additional day of student attendance during the Fall Semester of 2018 will allow practice SAT tests to be administered to our 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students such that teachers will be able to use results to inform their classroom practices during the 2018-2019 school year. Testimony regarding this proposal will be taken from both educators and parents. Published in Wednesday Journal 11/22/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â&#x20AC;&#x153;An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â&#x20AC;? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D17152625 on November 7, 2017. Under the Assumed Business Name of RESTART YOUR CAREER with the business located at: 1127 N WOODBINE AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: MARY MATAS 1127 N. WOODBINE AVENUE OAK PARK, IL 60302 Published in Wednesday Journal 11/15, 11/22, 11/29/2017

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LEGAL NOTICE 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, December 6, 2017 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. 26-17-Z: 847 S. Ridgeland Avenue, Rick Easty Rick Easty, Applicant, filed an application with the Zoning Board of Appeals for the Village of Oak Park seeking a variation from Section 9.3 (N) (2) (b) of the Zoning Ordinance, which section requires that detached accessory garages are only permitted in the front and interior side yard, to allow the construction of a garage within the corner side yard, 2’-4” from the corner side lot line along Harrison Street at the Subject Property located at 847 S. Ridgeland Avenue. Those property owners within 500 foot notice area 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 not 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. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 22nd Day of November, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 11/22/2017

PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Public Hearing Park District of Oak Park November 30, 2017, 7:30 p.m. 2018 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of the Park District of Oak Park will conduct a public hearing concerning the adoption of the Park District’s 2018 Budget and Appropriation Ordinance on November 30, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at the John Hedges Administration Building, 218 Madison St, Oak Park, IL, during the Board of Commissioners’ regular board meeting. Dated: November 22, 2017 By: Commissioner Sandy Lentz Secretary, Board of Commissioners Park District of Oak Park Published in Wednesday Journal 11/22/2017

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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, December 6, 2017 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. 23-17-Z: 838 Madison Street, Karla Linarez

Karla Linarez, Applicant, is seeking variations from the following sections of the Oak Park Zoning Ordinance, which sections detail the requirements for an interior side setback, number of required parking spaces and a rear buffer yard, to allow the construction of a mixed-use building with retail/commercial on the ground floor and residential dwelling units above grade located at the premises commonly known as 838 Madison Street, Oak Park, Illinois; a. Section 5.3 (Table 5-1: Commercial Districts Dimensional Standards) requires a build-toline of zero (0’) feet along the interior side yard setback; whereas the proposal features a six (6’) foot setback along the east side of the property.

b. Section 10.4 (A) (Table 10-2: Off-Street Parking requirements) requires eleven (11) parking spaces for the 3,564 square feet of retail/commercial space and the three (3) dwelling units above grade; whereas the proposal features six (6) parking spaces, leaving a need for five (5) parking spaces. c. Section 11.8 (B) (2) requires a rear buffer yard a minimum of seven (7’) feet in width; whereas the proposal features a three (3’) foot wide buffer yard.

Those property owners within 500 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. DATED AT OAK PARK, ILLINOIS, this 22nd Day of November, 2017 Published in Wednesday Journal 11/22/2017

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR C-BASS 2007-CB2 TRUST C-BASS MORTGAGE LOAN ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES SERIES 2007-CB2; Plaintiff, vs. TANYA C. SHUMPERT AKA L’TANYA C. SHUMPERT AKA L’TANYA SHUMPERT; ODIS W. SHUMPERT AKA OTIS W SHUMPERT; Defendants, 17 CH 6149 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 16-05-301-019-0000. Commonly known as 839 N. Harvey Avenue, Oak Park, IL 60302. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Ms. Nicole Fox at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Potestivo & Associates, P.C., 251 Diversion Street, Rochester, Michigan 48307. (248) 853-4400 ext 1200. 105570 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3066497

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 19, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2017, 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 430 S. TAYLOR AVENUE, Oak Park, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-08-322-015. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $318,426.61. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Aaron D. White, Jr., CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C., 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 444-9300 Please refer to file number 26890/ 62299ADW. 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. Aaron D. White, Jr. CHUHAK & TECSON, P.C. 30 S. WACKER DRIVE, STE. 2600 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 444-9300 Fax #: (312) 444-9027 E-Mail: AWhite@chuhak.com Attorney File No. 26890/62299ADW Attorney Code. 70693 Case Number: 2016 CH 16822 TJSC#: 37-8598 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. I3066992

title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-15-18994. 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. 14-15-18994 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 023648 TJSC#: 37-10080 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. I3067618

N. AUSTIN CONDOMINIUM A S S O C I ATI O N , H E N RY SILVERMAN LIVING TRUST U/A/D AUGUST 26, 1996 Defendants 11 CH 33740 1032 North Austin Blvd. Unit 1N, (ASSESSOR’S OFFICE SHOWS AS 1030 NORTH AUSTIN BLVD. UNIT 1N) 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 September 20, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 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 1032 North Austin Blvd. Unit 1N, (ASSESSOR’S OFFICE SHOWS AS 1030 NORTH AUSTIN BLVD. UNIT 1N), OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-314-0311001. The real estate is improved with a residential condominium. The judgment amount was $241,648.27. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION REAL SOLID SOLUTIONS, LLC, A NEW JERSEY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY AND ASIAN KNIGHT CAPITAL LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GRANITE INVESTMENT GROUP, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE OF THE SECURITY NATIONAL MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 20061, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO NATIONSCREDIT FINANCIAL SERVICES CORPORATION, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST BY MERGER WITH NATIONSCREDIT HOME EQUITY SERVICES CORPORATION, AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO FIRST FRANKLIN FINANCIAL CORPORATION Plaintiff, -v.ROGER A. SMITH, SHARON SMITH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2016 CH 16822 430 S. TAYLOR AVENUE Oak Park, IL 60302 NOTICE OF SALE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE SECURITIES INC., ASSETBACKED PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2005-R8 Plaintiff, -v.BERNADETTE DURAND, SAMUEL DURAND, JEAN DURAND, MATHEW DURAND, JEAN MARC DURAND, UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, BERNADETTE DURAND, AS GUARDIAN FOR THE BENEFIT OF EDSON DURAND, A MINOR, BERNADETTE DURAND, AS GUARDIAN FOR THE BENEFIT OF REYNIA DURAND, A MINOR, FLURETTE RIVERT A/K/A FLEURETTE RIVERT, AS GUARDIAN FOR THE BENEFIT OF CRISIE DURAND, A MINOR Defendants 11 CH 023648 1116 N. HUMPHREY 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 June 1, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 12, 2017, 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 1116 N. HUMPHREY AVENUE, OAK PARK, IL 60302 Property Index No. 16-05-113-0130000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE FOR THE RMAC TRUST, SERIES 2013-4T Plaintiff, -v.GAD IKEANUMBA AKA GAD C. IKEANUMBA, 1030-32 NORTH AUSTIN CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AKA 1030-32

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and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 11-5211. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 11-5211 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 11 CH 33740 TJSC#: 37-9991 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. I3067582

whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-13572. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC

111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-13572 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 17 CH 06350 TJSC#: 37-7651 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. I3060328

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 14-12-04985. 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. 14-12-04985 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 034032 TJSC#: 37-8834 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. I3066644

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION AMERICAN ADVISORS GROUP Plaintiff, -v.JEAN HORNE, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA ACTING BY AND THROUGH THE SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT Defendants 17 CH 06350 436 23RD AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 17, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 19, 2017, 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 436 23RD AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-10-301-0220000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $106,803.43. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JOSE TABANO A/K/A JOSE TABANO JR. A/K/A JOSE LOPEZ TABANO Defendants 12 CH 034032 2710 REUTER STREET FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 19, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 21, 2017, 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 2710 REUTER STREET, FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-28-407-060. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION SPRINGLEAF HOME EQUITY, INC Plaintiff, -v.UNKNOWN HEIRS AND/OR LEGATEES OF GLORIA J. MELEK A/K/ A GLORIA J. JONES, DECEASED, JULIE E. FOX, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR GLORIA J. MELEK A/K/A GLORIA J. JONES, DECEASED, VERDINE M. MELEK, ROYETTA MELEK, MANOR CARE OF HINSDALE IL, LLC, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, UNKNOWN OCCUPANTS Defendants 16 CH 7543 221 ZUELKE DRIVE Bellwood, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 13, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 14, 2017, 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 221 ZUELKE DRIVE, Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-09-203-0250000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $33,235.23. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee,

judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The

Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 16-079640. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 16-079640 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 16 CH 7543 TJSC#: 37-8538 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. I3066671

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State contenders from page 52 ation, the team remains poised to make a deep run in the 2018 state playoffs. The Friars have three starters returning in junior guard/ forward AJ Nixon, senior guard Billy Bruce, and the electrifying, four-star prospect sophomore guard DJ Steward. Nixon and Bruce bring leadership and solid all-around play to the court, while Steward is building on an impressive freshman year campaign, summer AAU performances, and high Division-I offers. Malnati had a glowing review of Steward’s progress from last year to this year. “As a freshman, DJ led us in scoring in the second half of the season last year,” Malnati said. “He’s very humble. If you ask him what is most important to him, he will say that he wants to make his teammates better. He’s worked hard this offseason, his range has expanded and his ball handling and defense are much better.” Returning seniors Sam Kure and Sam Daniels will bring a steadying presence off the bench and some maturity and leadership for the Friars’ young core of up and comers. One of the promising new players is 6-foot-3 freshman forward Bryce Hopkins. He has an impressive skill set for a freshman. The Friars could be looking at striking gold again this season with another rising freshman star on varsity. Malnati will have to work around another extended football campaign this season as he will be missing some key players for the beginning of the season. Senior forward Mike O’Laughlin, who will be heading to West Virginia on a football scholarship, brings them a physically imposing presence in the paint at 6-foot-6. Lucas Kolovitz is an exciting newcomer with size, who also stars on the football team as a wide receiver/tight end. He led the sophomore hoops team last in scoring last year. “We’ll be missing some key players in the beginning for

sure,” Malnati said. “Without our football guys we may look a little smaller when we enter the gym, but we can more than make up for it. We’ll be able to hit our stride come conference play when we have everyone back and ready to go.” Conference play won’t be a walk in the park for the Friars. This season the CCL realigned its basketball conference to put the top nine schools in a single division. Fenwick, naturally being moved into this division, will be facing a top school in the area every single game. In addition to a rugged conference schedule, Fenwick will be participating in the prestigious Proviso West

FENWICK FRIARS Head coach: Rick Malnati (5th season at Fenwick, 102-24) rk 69-67 in Record last year: 30-5; lost to Morgan Park overtime in the 3A state final illy Top players: DJ Steward, G, Sophomore; Billy Bruce, G, Senior; AJ Nixon, G/F, Junior; Mikee O’Laughlin, F, Senior; Sam Daniels, G, Senior;r; Sam Kure, G, Senior; Damari Nixon, G, Junior eshman Newcomer to watch: Bryce Hopkins, F, Freshman ior class Quote: “Our kids are experienced. This senior nd they’re great has been together since sophomore year and teammates. We’re going to have to play small out there but this team can make up for it and we’re going to make some noise.” - Malnati

Christmas Tournament, and facing crosstown rival OPRF in the Chicago Elite Classic at University of Illinois at Chicago. Malnati is also very excited about a doubleheader showcase at Fenwick on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Friars will take on Simeon followed by Morgan Park versus Bolingbrook. Other notable opponents Fenwick will be taking on this year are traditional powerhouses Morgan Park, Whitney Young at Navy Pier, and Peoria. “It’s not just about player with this team,” Malnati said. “We have five guys who can put up great numbers.”

(Above) Fenwick sophomore guard DJ Steward is one of the best players in his class nationally. (Left) Senior swingman Billy Bruce provides perimeter shooting and hustle.

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Basketball Preview

Fast-paced Friars have high hopes Moore, Blaze ensure experience, talent and steady production in starting lineup BY SCOTTY GRUSZKA

makes the game uncomfortable for our opponents. We’ve also got great outside shooting and have improved on defense tremendously.” After a tough loss to St. Joseph The Friars lost two starting in a regional final last season, seniors, Chance Baggett and the Fenwick High School girls Kelly Carpenter, to graduation basketball team is looking to last year. Fortunately, their decome back in full force this year. parture will be more than made Head coach Dave Power is up for by an intriguing mix of certainly no stranger to success returners and newcomers. in high school girls basketball, Most notably, Fenwick fans boasting a career record of 925will enjoy watching the senior 294 and 602-201 at Fenwick with campaigns of stars Kate Moore three state championships under MCKENZIE BLAZE and McKenzie Blaze. Moore is his belt. Senior G/F the one of the best shooters FenOn top of his own success, Powwick has ever seen. She harkens er believes the Fenwick coaching staff (from the freshmen level all the way up back some memories and likenesses to the to his own bench) is the best staff in Illinois legendary Tricia Liston. “Kate has really developed her defensive and one of the top groups in the country. Collectively, the players and coaches tal- game and rebounding,” Power said. “She ent on this year’s team could return the Fri- is a very versatile and well-rounded player. ars’ to their highly successful level of the She is going to be one to watch this year.” Blaze complements Moore’s shooting by mid-2000s teams. “We can play at a much faster pace while attacking teams down low around the basnot turning the ball over,” Power said. “That ket and harassing opponents on defense. Contributing Reporter

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Senior guard Kate Moore (#14) has plenty of offensive firepower and she defends well, too. The coaching staff expects Blaze to make promising sophomores in guards Lily Rearan impact via big plays in important games don and Sheila Hogan and post player Katie Schneider, They are expected to this season. make significant contributions Along with Moore and Blaze, this season. the Friars welcome back junior “Reardon is one of the fastest guards Gianni Ortiz and MagFor girls swimming kids we’re ever seen and has a gie Van Ermen. Both Ortiz and nice 3-point shot,” Power said. Van Ermen have been described state finals news “Hogan has a very strong game as “glue kids” by Power. Their LOG ON TO OAKPARK.COM and sees the court well. Schneiroles of selfless, team-oriented der is a very strong rebounder play are critical for Fenwick, which believes an extended run in the play- who always gives 110 percent.” Freshmen Lauren Hall and Gianna offs is possible. Rounding out the key returners are three Amundsen add depth.

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Healthy Huskies aim to win conference Return of Nelson and McGowan augments OPRF’s experience, speed BY PATRICK SKRINE

huge for us this year.” In addition to their experience, the Huskies have tons of speed throughout the lineup. “We are very fast and will play very up tempo,” Coughlin Despite a last-place finish in conference last season, the Oak Park and River Forest High School girls basketball said. “In our inner-squad scrimmage, 144 total points were team’s fortunes could completely flip for the better this year. scored. We’re going to press and trap all over the court.” Junior guard Ahsha Spencer will lead the charge offenThere is precedent for success as the Huskies won the sively. Coughlin is thrilled to have such a dyWest Suburban Conference Silver Division two namic guard. years ago. With the return of a notable players “She is getting major Division 1 looks right like Maeve Nelson and Carrington McGowan now,” Coughlin said. “She has emerged as our (both missed last season due to injury), OPRF go-to person offensively since most of our sets could climb back to the top. For more girls are running through her.” While 2017 graduates Blair Ripley and Molly basketball news Spencer will have a lot of help considering the Cullinane will be missed, the rest of the roster returns from last season. Experience will be a LOG ON TO OAKPARK.COM depth is particularly strong this year for OPRF. “There are some days in practice when our huge plus for the Huskies in their quest to win bench players beat the starters,” Coughlin said. conference. The injury bug was a significant reason why the Hus- “A lot of girls got playing time last year. Having depth is kies (10-19, 3-9 last year) struggled last season. The afore- very encouraging especially if we want to play fast.” Proviso West, which won the West Suburban Silver last mentioned injuries to Nelson and McGowan hampered the year, and Lyons Township are top contenders in conference. team’s talent and depth. “Maeve was all-conference as a freshman and sophomore OPRF should be in the thick of the race as well. “We are certainly capable of winning conference this while Carrington was 6th man as a sophomore,” OPRF coach JP Coughlin said. “They are two key returners who will be year,” Coughlin said. “Last year we got off to a good start Contributing Reporter

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After missing last season due to an injury, senior guard Maeve Nelson returns as one of the best players in the West Suburban Silver. but then Blair Ripley got hurt. We were never able to remain healthy so we kind of fell off, but everyone is ready to go this year.”

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OPRF hoops poised for more success

Maloney believes team’s depth, versatility and athleticism as good as ever BY PATRICK SKRINE

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ntering his 10th season as the head coach of the Oak Park and River Forest High School boys basketball team, Matt Maloney has been around long enough to coach some of the best high school players in Illinois. Maloney, who has a career record of 163-86 at OPRF, believes this year’s Huskies may be the deepest, most athletic team he has coached. Fresh off a Sweet 16 post-season appearance in the Class 4A playoffs last year, the hype surrounding the Huskies has never been greater. The optimism is understandable considering OPRF upset 2016 defending state champion Curie 46-43 in a riveting sectional semifinal before losing to last year’s eventual state champion Whitney Young in the next round. The most noticeable absence in this season’s lineup will be forwards Cam Gross and Jared Scott who both graduated. “By losing Cam and Jared, we’re losing close to 30 points and 15 rebounds a night,” Maloney said. “Beyond that, we lost such great leadership and veteran experience. They did so much for us on both ends of the floor because they knew what the coaches

wanted to accomplish. Their presence on the floor is nearly impossible to replace.” Nevertheless, OPRF will attempt to fill their void this season with a strength in numbers approach. Seniors Isaiah Fuller (12.5 points, 4 assists, 3 steals per game in 2016) and Malachi Ross (8 ppg, 6 rpg), junior Dashon Enoch (10 ppg) and transfer junior Chase Robinson will lead the Huskies this year. Ross, an unsung leader and versatile post player brings grit and toughness to the lineup. Fuller, Enoch and Robinson may be the most dynamic guard trio in the state. Groomed to replace Gross and Scott on the frontline, the versatile Charlie Hoehne has the potential to be an all-conference player. Additionally, reinforcements such as Sid Allgood, Phil Saleh and Anthony Roberts will enable the Huskies to go 10 deep comfortably. The personnel this season fits perfectly in terms of the kind of basketball Maloney wants OPRF to play. This group should be successful maintaining the program’s identity of “Huskie Havoc,” a system designed to create an up-tempo style of play via aggressive defense that leads to easy transition baskets while rattling opponents.

OPRF HUSKIES Head Coach: Matt Maloney (10th season at OPRF, 163-86, 3 Regional Championships, 2 Sweet 16 Appearances) Record last year: 24-7, 11-1 West Suburban Silver; lost to Whitney Young 73-55 in Class 4A Proviso East Sectional final Top Players: Isaiah Fuller, G, Senior; Dashon Enoch, G, Junior; Chase Robinson, G, Junior; Mala-

chi Ross, F/C, Senior; Charlie Hoehne, F, Junior; Sid Allgood, G, Senior; Phil Saleh, F, Senior; Anthony Roberts, F, J Junior; Ben Pierce, G, Senior Quote: “The only team I’ve coached t comes close to this year in terms that of depth was my second season. Every day in practice is a battle. Nobody is comfortable keeping their spot because someone is always behind them working for it.” –Maloney

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(Above) Senior guard Isaiah Fuller is a prolific playmaker and leader for the Huskies. (Left) Junior forward Charlie Hoehne has the tools to be a breakout star. Silver Division is one of the toughest in “We are going to be pushing pace all the state, OPRF hopes to repeat as outright game,” Maloney said. “We have to be able champions this season. to dictate the tempo while playing smart According to Maloney, it won’t be easy. and under control.” “York is going to be really tough and The Huskies’ athleticism, speed and Downers North could win over 20 depth suits the Maloney-creatgames,” he said. “Lyons Towned “Huskie Havoc” model for ship also has a lot back and can success. To prepare for this be dangerous. kind of sustained intensity, “Our number one goal is to OPRF has been getting after it For more OPRF boys be better today than we were in practice. basketball news yesterday. If we do that, I like our “The atmosphere in our 1 West Gym feels like a game,” LOG ON TO OAKPARK.COM chances in conference play.” The team’s difficult schedule Maloney said. “Every day stretches way beyond conference. guys are fighting for spots. OPRF faces crosstown rival Fenwick on We have over eight guys who could start on Dec. 1 at University of Illinois at Chicago any given night. This makes splitting up teams in practice a lot more competitive.” (UIC) in the Chicago Elite Classic, and they Although the West Suburban Conference will be at Pontiac.

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Basketball Preview Fenwick ready for another banner season

Steward-led Friars have talent, chemistry to build off historic 30-5 campaign BY SCOTTY GRUSZKA Contributing Reporter

he Fenwick High School boys basketball team is hungry. For most teams, reaching the state championship game would suffice as quite an accomplishment. Head coach Rick Malnati isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t diminishing what the Friars achieved last season though; he just wants another crack at a state title. Although Fenwick lost two former All-Chicago Catholic League members and current Division I college athletes in Jacob Keller and Jamal Nixon to gradu-

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