Downers Grove 10-22-14

OCTOBER 22, 2014 VOL. 6 ISSUE 47

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education Foundation aWards aLMost $28k in grants awards presented to teachers to support creative, innovative classroom ideas

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neWs referendum for stormwater fee a no go Village council agrees town hall meetings best option for gaging residents’ see page 3 opinions

Gov. pat Quinn on saturday presented the westmont and woodridge park districts with individual grants worth more than $2.4 million for various for park and recreation unit construction projects. the grants were apart of the illinois Department of natural resources’ park and recreational Facility Construction grant program, which allows eligible local governments to apply for up to $2.5 million to offset costs related to the project.

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the details. gov. Pat Quinn on saturday presented the Westmont and Woodridge park districts with individual grants worth more than $2.4 million for various for park and recreation unit construction projects. (Photo by daniel smrokowski)

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Referendum for stormwater fee a no go Village council agrees town hall meetings best option for gaging residents’ opinions

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Members of the Downers Grove Village Council introduced the idea two separate advisory referendums during Tuesday night’s meeting but both were dismissed after some discussion among commissioners.

Mayor Martin Tully raised the possibility of an advisory referendum in order to gage residents’ opinions concerning property tax exempt organizations and their financial contributions to the village’s stormwater utility.

Commissioner Bob Barnett introduced a discussion to exempt property exempt parcels from the stormwater utility fee during last week’s council meeting. Property exempt parcels include houses of worship, the YMCA and Downers Grove services, such as park, school and sanitary districts.

The majority of the council

agreed on creating the stormwater utility and including tax-exempt parcels in 2011, Tully said. Since then, the members of council have been in favor of including property tax exempt parcels, with some dissenting voices. However, Tully noted that there has been a change in that regard.

“Within the last few weeks, there’s been a change of heart,” he said.

After years of a consistent stance from the council, Tully said he was concerned about giving the community enough time to understand the change and react to it. By placing this advisory referendum on the April ballot, he said the village would receive that feedback.

Additionally, Tully said many comments have been expressed about including and excluding property tax exempt parcels and houses of worship. It is a value judgment, and the community should be given an opportunity to

make that decision, he added.

Commissioner David Olsen introduced a second advisory referendum that would have asked voters if the village should spend up to $52 million of taxpayer money to construct a new village hall, police station and fire station in the immediate future.

Currently, the village facilities plan proposes four different options anywhere from renovating current facilities to relocating and building new ones with a price tag ranging from $10 million to $52 million.

“The village facilities issue is a large issue for this community,” Olsen said. “Building these three buildings has significant impact on the community, residents, and financial decisions the Council makes.”

In addition to the dollar amount, Olsen expressed concern over the use of TIF funds, relocating facilities and informing residents.

For a project like this, engaging the people and gaining support gives additional legitimacy and brings the community along as part of the process, he added.

Lisle

Mayor Broda re-elected to IML Board of Directors Term will be Broda’s fifth as one of IML’s vice presidents Lisle Mayor Joe Broda was recently re-elected to serve a fifth term as one of the vice presidents of the Illinois Municipal League.

The board carries out the mission of the IML. Founded in 1913, the IML is a not-for-profit, nonpolitical association of 1,120 Illinois municipalities whose mission is to articulate, defend, maintain and promote the interests and concerns of Illinois communities. Broda was first elected to this position in 2010.

“I am honored to represent Lisle in this statewide organization and

will continue to advocate on behalf of my community at this level,” said Broda. “I’m grateful for the opportunity.”

The election occurred during the IML’s 101st Annual Conference, where over 1,500 mayors, council members and local officials attended to receive education on new laws and responsibilities for municipalities and municipal officials, participate in working sessions and elect officers to lead the IML’s 1,120 member municipalities.

Lisle Mayor Joe Broda Photo Courtesy of the Village of Lisle

Tully recommended a series of town hall meetings since advisory referendums have not been recommended for other village actions.

Barnett said creating a stormwater utility and TIFs, and engaging in municipal contracts were all done without referendums.

“Choosing expenditures is not by way of referendum,” he added.

Olsen agreed a series of town hall meetings would allow the public to

be engaged directly, but still said the referendum question was a good one.

The commissioners agreed town hall meetings, both in person and virtually, would be the best option for informing the community.

Additionally, Commissioner Geoff Neustadt said the village hosts town hall meetings every first, second and third Tuesday of the month, referring to the council meetings.

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education foundation awards almost $28,000 in grants Awards presented to teachers to support creative, innovative classroom ideas The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 will award $27,898 in grants to 16 teachers and groups of teachers.

The foundation annually awards grants to teachers who have a good idea and plan to “inspire classroom ingenuity,” but lack the funding.

“The Education Foundation’s grant program provides teachers an excellent opportunity to brainstorm creative and innovative ideas to enhance their students’ education and gives them the tools needed to make their ideas a reality,” Superintendent Kari Cremascoli said. “On behalf of all teachers and students who benefit from this grant program, I thank the Education Foundation for their continued generosity and support.”

This year, projects range from dynamic classroom libraries to tools that promote science, technology, engineering and math skills.

“We were very impressed with the thought and time every

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The Education Foundation of Downers Grove District 58 will award $27,898 in grants to 16 teachers and groups of teachers.

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Since its inception in 2002, the foundation has raised and distributed more than $400,000 to District 58 schools.

teacher put into their grant application,” said Downers Grove Commissioner David Olsen, who also chairs the foundation’s grants committee.

“We are proud to support the selected grant recipients, and we look forward to seeing the end results.”

Since its inception in 2002, the foundation has raised and distributed more than $400,000 to District 58 schools.

Funding is made possible via events and programs, such as Entertainment for Education and Cash for Kids, as well as online contributions. In addition to the annual grants, programs sponsored by the foundation include Sneak Preview, Select 58 and the Distinguished Service Awards for staff.

North High to recognize 2 alumni with awards of excellence North High has selected two alumni members, Karen (Badendick) Laio and Kevin Michael Myles, to receive its Alumni Award of Excellence for 2014.

Laio, class of 1973, and Myles, class of 1952, will be recognized at the all-school homecoming assembly, parade and reception on Friday.

Both Laio and Myles will be introduced to the student body during homecoming at North High, and they will visit classrooms to share their stories with students and be recognized at an all-school assembly.

“We’re very excited to welcome both Karen and Kevin back to North High during homecoming week,” says North High Principal Scott Kasik. “They are both highly accomplished people and incredible representatives of our school.”

The Alumni Award of Excellence program was designed to recognize graduates of North High who have contributed in an exceptional manner to society, whether in the areas of science, government, community, humanitarianism, athletics or fine arts. This highest of Alumni awards recognizes those who have exhibited outstanding leadership, character and service.

karen laio Laio, a lifelong Downers Grove resident, served as a teacher for 33 years. Throughout her career in education, she worked with students of all ages and abilities.

Laio taught in elementary, middle and high schools, including Districts 58 and District 99 as well as Westmont Community Unit School District 201. She has served as physical education teacher for grades K-12; science teacher for seventh and eighth grades; and classroom teacher for second, fourth and fifth grades, as well as a coach for a variety of sports.

karen Laio Photos Courtesy of DistriCt 99

keVin MichaeL MyLes Photos Courtesy of DistriCt 99

She received a bachelor of science in education from Illinois State University and a master of science in adult corporate fitness from the University of Illinois at Chicago. After retiring in 2010, she was recruited by the Bulls Sox Training Academy to serve as a health and wellness speaker and has recently branched out into the corporate arena.

In addition to her professional accomplishments, she has been a dedicated mentor to other teachers and an active community volunteer serving on numerous committees, including the Grove Foundation, which is a strong supporter of Helping Girls Navigate Adolescence, SEASPAR and many other local community programs.

kevin MiChael Myles Myles graduated from Downers Grove (North) High School in 1952 and went on to receive a bachelor of science and master of science

in metallurgical engineering and a doctor of philosophy in solid state physics from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana.

He directed a technical program to develop electrochemical technologies, resulting in the creation of lithium-ion batteries that are currently installed in Chevrolet Volt electric cars.

Myles was deputy division director at Argonne National Laboratory, working to solve metallurgical problems in nuclear reactor fuels and to design terrorist-resistant nuclear-power reactors. He reached the rank of major in the U.S. Army and served in the Korean War. His unique background has led him to serve as an international energy liaison to the U.S. State Department, as well as a technical advisor to congressmen and presidents.

Myles’ significant community service includes serving as a member of the District 58 school board for nine years.

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Quinn presents Westmont, Woodridge grants at Ty Warner Park Grants were apart of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Park and Recreational Facility Construction grant program

By Jonathan Samples staff reporter

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Gov. Pat Quinn on Saturday presented the Westmont and Woodridge park districts with individual grants worth more than $2.4 million for various for park and recreation unit construction projects.

The grants were apart of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources’ Park and Recreational Facility Construction grant program, which allows eligible local governments to apply for up to $2.5 million to offset costs related to the project.

The Westmont Park District received $2.48 million to be used for a multipurpose arts and recreation facility at Ty Warner Park. The Woodridge Park District received a $2.5 million grant to be used to partially fund the district’s Athletic Recreation Center.

“Without these funds, we would not be able to do this project,” said Westmont Park District Director and Mayor Ron Gunter. “This multiunit facility will provide our community with numerous new programs and services. We could not be more pleased with this announcement.”

This proposed 10,000-squarefoot building at Ty Warner Park would have numerous uses, including early childhood to senior programming, cultural and performing arts programs

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The Westmont Park District received $2.48 million to be used for a multipurpose arts and recreation facility at Ty Warner Park.

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The Woodridge Park District received a $2.5 million grant to be used to partially fund the district’s Athletic Recreation Center.

and performances, fitness and dance classes, a banquet room for rentals and conferences, and a home location for the Westmont Progressive Village Performance Network theater group.

Additionally, the facility, which was included in the original Ty Warner Park Master Plan, would provide space for the South East Association for Special Parks And Recreation program.

The park district said the grant would cover approximately 75 percent of the total cost for the project, and the remainder would be provided by the district’s operating revenue.

In January, Woodridge Park District President Fred Hohnke said the timing of the grant program synced up with the planning the planning process for the ARC. “The park district identified this grant opportunity from project conception in order to seek alternative funding to reduce the overall financing amount needed to fund the project, as well as provide a superior recreational facility that meets the recreational, health and wellness, sport, social and civic needs of the community,” he said.

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Woodridge

Village receives Distinguished Budget Presentation Award Village had to satisfy nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation, Village Administrator Kathleen Rush announced during the Oct. 16 village board meeting that Woodridge received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

Acknowledging the efforts of Finance Director Nadine Alletto, Finance Department and

additional Village staff, Rush said this is the second year in a row that the village has received the award.

The GFOA said the award reflects the commitment of the village board and staff to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.

In order to receive the budget award, Woodridge had to satisfy nationally recognized

guidelines for effective budget presentation, which include the budget serving as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide and a communications device.

Earlier this year, the village announced the availability of an online financial transparency tool that visually presented its revenue and expenses from multiyear budgetary trends to object-level details.

Citizens and staff can use the Web-based software OpenGov to enhance access, understanding, and analysis of Woodridge’s annual budget. The tool can be found on the left hand side of the village’s homepage.

www.dupagecrimestoppers.com • 800.222.tips Wedn e sday, October 22, 2014 | bug lenewspapers.com The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Joliet Police Department. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

Downers Grove Patrick S. Callaghan, 29, was arrested at 9:43 Oct. 10 on 31st Street and Highland Avenue for aggravated battery.

Justine T. Duran, 21, 1906 S. 58th Ave., Cicero, was arrested at 5:44 p.m. Oct. 10 in the 2900 block of Finley Road for retail theft.

Reynaldo R. Torres, 41, 2440 Nan St., Aura, was arrested at 9:11 p.m. Oct. 10 on Ogden Avenue and Vernard for possession of cannabis and a warrant.

Sergio A. Contreras, 25, 4925 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove, was arrested at 11:31 p.m. in the 1400 block of Ogden Avenue for domestic battery.

Christina Lynn Sweet, 41, 900 N. Kingsburry St., Chicago, was arrested at 12:14 a.m. Oct. 12 on 31st Street and Highland for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Jason A. Marker, 32, 706 Liberty St., Wheaton, was arrested at 7:01 p.m.

Oct. 12 at the Main Street depot for drinking in public and a warrant.

Marcus Q. Perkins, 25, 712 N. Villa Ave., Villa Park, was arrested at 2:40 p.m. Oct. 13 on Butterfield Road and Fairfield for possession of cannabis and a warrant.

Patrick M. Bartlett, 20, 1809 GIGI, Darien, was arrested at 12:50 a.m.

Oct. 14 in the 7500 block of 75th Street for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of cannabis.

Jason D. Kuna, 34, 1504 W. Kimberly Road, Davenport, Iowa, was arrested at 9:58 a.m. Oct. 14 on Main Street and Warren for no insurance, driving while license revoked and no valid registration.

Allison K. Phillips, 32, 6103 Knoll Valley Drive, Willowbrook, at 10:08 a.m. Oct. 14 on 63rd Street and Fairview for operating a vehicle with suspended registration and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Paul F. Clemens, 49, 6500 Kensington Place, Downers Grove, was arrested at 7:10 p.m. Oct. 14 in the 6500 block of Kensington Place for domestic battery.

Keyontea Armstrong, 23, 7601 Orchard, Woodridge, was arrested at 10:06 a.m. Oct. 15 on 63rd Street and Woodward for driving while license suspended.

Chester L. Price, 58, 4905 Belmont,

Downers Grove, was arrested at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at the residence for driving while license revoked, no insurance and a warrant.

Joel A. Cacini, 25, 1308 Hughes, Downers Grove, was arrested at 9:30 p.m. Oct. 15 in the 800 block of Burlington Avenue for possession of controlled substance.

Westmont Sometime between 6 p.m. Oct. 6 and 6 p.m. Oct. 8, an unknown offender(s) stole a bicycle from a building in the 100 block of West 65th Street. Total loss is $125.

Sometime between 9:20 p.m. Oct. 8 and 5:45 a.m. Oct. 9, an unknown offender(s) broke a window of a business in the 6400 block of South Cass Avenue. Total damage is $1,000.

At approximately 11:30 p.m Oct. 9, officers responded to the 0-100 block of North Linden Avenue for a disturbance. Officers arrested Freddy Renteria, 19, 122 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, for consumption of alcohol by a minor and interference with a police officer. He was released on his own recognizance.

Sometime between 9 p.m. Oct. 8 and 9 a.m. Oct. 9, an unknown offender(s) stole a tire off a vehicle parked in the 500 block of North

Cass Avenue. Total loss is $350.

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Sometime between 6 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. Oct. 10, an unknown offender(s) stole a scooter from a building in the 6700 block of Cedar Lane. Total loss is $200.

At approximately 1:02 a.m. Oct. 5, Jerrol Wood, 29, 10519 S. Normal, Chicago, was charged with criminal trespass to property following a disturbance at 1001 75th St.

At approximately 11 a.m. Oct. 11, officers performed a traffic stop in the 300 block of South Warwick Avenue for a license violation.

Officers arrested Diane Rychlewski, 49, 5726 Ridgewood Drive, Western Springs, for driving with a revoked driver’s license. She was released on her own recognizance.

A theft occurred sometime between 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Oct. 7 at Clark Distribution, 2145 Internationale Parkway. Unknown person removed an empty truck trailer from the property.

At approximately 1:15 a.m. Oct. 12, officers performed a traffic stop in the 500 block of South Cass Avenue for a moving violation. Officers arrested Patrick Heffernan, 20, 8639 Brookridge Road, Downers Grove, for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

He was cited for speeding and operating an uninsured vehicle.

He was released on his own recognizance.

Sometime between 1:40 a.m. and 1:50 a.m. Oct. 12, an unknown offender(s) stole cigarettes from a business in the 300 block of North Cass Avenue. Total loss is $5.

Atheft occurred sometime overnight in the 2400 block of Emerald Court.

Unknown person removed gasoline from a parked vehicle.

At approximately 4:45 p.m. Oct. 8, Zachary Sima, 18, 414 70th St., Darien, was charged with retail theft, possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia after he removed an item without making payment from Kohl’s, 1001 75th St. At approximately 10:07 p.m. Oct. 8, Tomislav Temelzkovksi, 29, 6160 Brookside Lane, Willowbrook, and a male juvenile were both charged with drag racing following the investigation of speeding vehicles in the 8000 block of Lemont Road.

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Woodridge

Woodridge Rotary Club collects coats for homeless veterans Donations collected between Oct. 20 and Nov. 14 at variety of locations in village The Woodridge Rotary Club is once again collecting clean, gently used coats in large and extra-large sizes for homeless veterans between Oct. 20 and Nov. 14.

The most urgent need is for men’s coats in sizes L – 4XL. The coats will be distributed at the Chicago Armory on November 21 which is Chicago Stand Down Day. “Stand Downs” were started in 1988 by the Department of Veterans Affairs

in an effort to provide services to homeless veterans in a concentrated period of time. Homeless veterans are provided health screenings, VA and Social Security benefits counseling, and referrals to other service agencies. Members of the Woodridge Rotary club are hosting containers where donations may be dropped off. Hats and gloves will also be accepted.

An updated list of locations for

drop boxes will be found at www. woodridgerotary.org.

Locations include Woodridge Public Library, Woodridge Park District, Woodridge Village Hall and Public Works offices, Wilton Brands, Bridgeview Bank on Hobson, Mocek State Farm, Illinois American Water, Dr. Rob Girgis’s office, and Shanahan’s in Woodridge.

This is the third year the Woodridge Rotary Club has done this in conjunction with other Rotary District 6450 clubs. Rotary is an international humanitarian service organization whose motto is Service Above Self.

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october 24

Haunted Forest Walk 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, and 1 to 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Community Center, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge

Hawthorne Hill Woods will be transformed into a thrill of scary scenes, complete with ghosts, ghouls, and all sorts of creatures that slither and groan. The Saturday afternoon session will be more suitable for children 9 and under and the faint of heart (parental discretion). All participants will be taken to the haunted forest on hayrides. Parking is available on Carleton Drive, at Village Hall and at the Woodridge Public Library.

OCTOBER 22

Young Mothers’ Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Child care and nursery is provided. For more information, call 630969-3320 or visit www. dgcc.org.

OCTOBER 23-25

Book Sale. The Friends of the Westmont Public Library Book Sale is Thursday, Oct. 23 from 7-9 p.m. Friends members get in free on this day. Admission is $5 for non-members. The Book Sale continues on Friday, Oct. 24 and Sat., Oct. 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Event is free. The Book Sale will be held at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N. Cass Avenue, Westmont. For more information, call 630969-5625.

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october 27

Downtown Westmont Trick-orTreat Trail

Sunday Afternoon Concert—Classical Guitar

Cantores Community Choir Rehearsals

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Westmont

2 to 3:15 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St.

7-8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove

Hosted by the Westmont Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau, the annual Westmont Trick or Treat Trail invites families to enjoy trick-or-treating in the safe environment of the downtown Business District. The WCCTB will have Judges at the event to present special recognition awards at-large for fun and unique costumes for children and adults during the Trick-or-Treat Trail.

OCTOBER 24-25

Haunted Forest Walk.

6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, and 1 to 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Community Center, 2600 Center Drive, Woodridge.

Hawthorne Hill Woods will be transformed into a thrill of scary scenes, complete with ghosts, ghouls, and all sorts of creatures that slither and groan. The Saturday afternoon session will be more suitable for children 9 and under and the faint of heart (parental discretion). All participants will be taken to the haunted forest on hayrides. Parking is available on Carleton Drive, at Village Hall and at the Woodridge Public Library.

Drop off/pick-up location is on the west end of the Community Center parking lot. For more information call the Park District at (630)353-3300. Age: 9 and up or at parent’s discretion.

Brian Briggs will perform the intimate, expressive sound of the guitar, while discussing the music and composers, too.

Refreshments provided.

Register to reserve your spot.

Fee: $ evening session/$5 afternoon session. Visa and Mastercard are accepted.

OCTOBER 24

Seven Bridges Sp o o k t a c u l a r Halloween Trick ‘O Treat. 3-5:30 p.m. Come Trick ‘O Treat at Main Street in Seven Bridges. During the event, a Costume Parade will take place at 4:00 p.m. This event is hosted by the 7 Bridges Business Association.

OCTOBER 25.

Window Painting. 9 a.m.

- 12 p.m. Check in at 933A Curtiss Street, water-based paints will be supplied.

Bring your own brushes and canned good donation for F.I.S.H. Pantry. Sponsored by the DG Rotary Club and DG Downtown Management Corp.

Living Cemetery. 10 a.m. to noon. Presented by the

Rehearsals are Monday nights. All are welcome.

A small fee will be charged to cover the cost of music. For more information, call 630-999-1190 or email cantorescc@gmail.com.

Downers Grove Historical Society is again at the Main Street Cemetery. The heart of Living Cemetery is a cast of costumed actors portraying figures of various ages and walks of life buried in the cemetery.

As visitors tour the grounds they can gather around each figure to be told a bit of her or his life in old Downers Grove.

Haunted Forest Tour.

5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Twin Lakes Park and Twin Lakes Woods. Twin Lakes Woods will come alive for one very magical, mystical night!

Narrators will tell you the story of the haunted woods as they conduct guided tours on hayrides. See link below for directions.

Downtown Westmont Trick-or-Treat Trail. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in downtown Westmont. Hosted by the Westmont Chamber of

tuesday

october 28

Richard Koppe Artworks on Display 10:00 AM | Tuesday Oct 28, 2014• Price: $0 - $5 • $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors, children younger than 5 free

In cooperation with the University of Illinois at Chicago, Elmhurst Art Museum presents the first museum exhibition of Richard Koppe’s inventive work in more than 40 years. Including 70 rarely seen paintings, prints and drawings, the exhibition highlights Koppe’s signature canvases from the mid20th century .

Commerce and Tourism Bureau, the annual Westmont Trick or Treat Trail invites families to enjoy trick-or-treating in the safe environment of the downtown Business District. The WCCTB will have Judges at the event to present special recognition awards at-large for fun and unique costumes for children and adults during the Trick-or-Treat Trail.

Haunted-Halloween Flea Market & Event.

3 p.m. to midnight at the DuPage County Fairgrounds.

Its Haunted Fleas & Fun, bargains galore and much much more at the fourth annual Haunted-Halloween Flea Market. Event will include hay-rides, face painting, silent auction, costume judging, children’s games, and more. Admission is $7 per adult and event is free for children 12 years under.

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wednesday

october 29

Discover your Past— Cemeteries Oct 29 • 5:00 PM Price: • $5 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave

Genealogist Jeff Bockman will discuss how cemetery records can reveal what really lies below the ground.

View photographs of unique tombstones and monuments along with samples of cemetery and funeral home records and obituaries. Registration is required. Register at westmontlibrary.org.

OCTOBER 26

Sunday Afternoon C o n c e r t— Cl a s s i c a l Guitar. 2 to 3:15 p.m. at the Downers Grove Public Library, 1050 Curtiss St. Brian Briggs will perform the intimate,expressivesoundof the guitar, while discussing the music and composers, too. Refreshments provided.

Register to reserve your spot.

Halloween Costume Parade. 1 p.m. Meet at the parking lot west of the Main Street Train Station (on Burlington Avenue) in costume at 12:30p.m. The DG Lions Club costume parade kicks off at 1:00pm and proceeds down Main Street to Fishel Park.

OCTOBER 27

Cantores Community Choir Rehearsals.7-8:30 see calendar | page 18

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Turn the ordinary into the extraordinary in the week ahead. You may be amazed at what you can accomplish if you set out without preconceived notions. With Venus in your sign, romantic relationships can take top priority.

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NOvEmBER 23 TO DECEmBER 22

Benefit from good advice. In the upcoming week, you can gather wisdom from traditional sources and use it to your advantage in financial and business planning. You may be inspired to look for more opportunities.

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jANUARy 21 TO fEBRUARy 19

Winners compare their achievements using the measuring stick of their goals, while losers compare their achievements to those of other people. You can stash away money like a squirrel this week to reach financial goals.

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Something good can come from a simple act of kindness. Go ahead and grant someone a favor even if you feel they don’t deserve it. You could be asked to make an important commitment of time and energy this week.

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OCTOBER 24 TO NOvEmBER 22

Turn wounds into wisdom. You can move past hurts and humiliations if you put them behind you and use them as inspiration to do better. In the week to come several people will offer you flattering and positive feedback.

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DECEmBER 23 TO jANUARy 20

You may be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by those you did. The fact is, you don’t have to do them all right now. Hold off launching crucial plans until the end of the week.

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Benet FaLLs to Jca Redwings blanked in ESCC loss

By Mark GreGory SpoRtS RepoRteR

mark@buglenewspapers.com @Hear_The_Beard

It was an emotional week for the Benet football team this week as it wrestled with the loss of senior defensive back Andrew Valadka, who has already had more than one surgery following a spinal fracture he suffered a week ago against Carmel.

Coming off an emotional week, the Redwings ran into a tough Joliet Catholic Academy team that used an improvised offense and stout defense to a 27-0 win over Benet.

Benet coach Pat New was impressed with how his team fought despite the rough week.

“They did a great job,” New said.

“I struggled a lot this week and our players were a real inspiration. They were ready to come out and play hard and move on. They love their teammate who is injured and it has affected all of us.”

Joliet Catholic Academy coach Dan Sharp said he respected the Redwings for the way they played despite the emotions.

“Pat New is one of the best coaches there is and one of the greatest people,” Sharp said. “He and Gary Goforth, the AD, run such a class program out there. I know it had to be a tough work week for them. They played hard, but I don’t know if we got their best. It is hard coming back from something like that.”

On the field, New expected exactly what he would get from the JCA defense.

“We felt that in our nine game

schedule, this was the best defense we would see,” New said. “That was our assessment.”

The Hilltoppers defense held Benet, who had been averaging just shy of 21 points per game, scoreless for the first time this season. Their previous low had been seven against Marist.

The Redwings tallied only 136 yards of offense, only six yards on the ground.

Offensively, Joliet Catholic came out in and surprised Benet with a wildcat offense with normal running back Michael Johnson lining up at quarterback. They were forced into that set because of the injury last week to junior quarterback Cade Earl.

“They have a great offensive line and we knew they were going to run at us,” New said. “I thought our guys played hard, it is really just a matter of trying to keep pace with their offense and scoring with them. We knew the quarterback was out, but we didn’t know they were going to adjust with the wildcat set so we had to make some quick adjustments there.”

Benet will now face Marian, who has one win on the season. A win by the Redwings will lock up a playoff berth. New said moving forward, the young Benet offense will have to work on its own game.

“We are still trying to figure it all out offensively and we are looking for a little more consistency,” New said. “We are going to focus on mastering a few plays offensively and just try and get our younger players up to speed. We will work hard on that in practice this week.”

Photo By mark gregory

Junior running back Brad sznajder looks for an opening in Benet’s 27-0 loss to JCa friday.

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tennis

DGN, DGS doubles teams headed to state By mike sandrolini sports reporter

mike@buglenewspapers.com @Voyager_Sport

One thing that Downers North girls tennis coach Dana Graczyk has learned about sisters Mary Margaret and Theresa McMahon is that her state-qualifying doubles team likes bling—the kind of bling competitors get after winning important matches.

Graczyk reminded the McMahons prior to taking on Downers South’s Tiffany Bui and Janine Urgello for third place at Saturday morning’s DGS sectional that even though they had already qualified for state, they’d get a medal for winning the third-place match.

So the McMahons proceeded to defeat Bui and Urgello, 7-6, 4-6 (74) and nab third-place hardware.

“These girls are motivated for medals,” Graczyk said. “They love their medals.”

The McMahons haven’t played together until this season. Graczyk had Theresa playing singles and Mary Margaret at doubles during the 2013 campaign. However, Graczyk decided to see what they could do in doubles during the Trojans’ first dual of the season versus their cross-town rival, Downers South. Interestingly enough, they ended up beating Bui and Urgello, which convinced Graczyk to keep them teamed up.

“I said, ‘OK, these girls are a combination and definitely need to be looked at,” she said. “It was a closer match today than the first time they played them.”

Now, it’s on to state for the first-time qualifiers, who are 22-12 going into this weekend’s tournament.

“They played very well,” Graczyk said. “I was happy with the way they played and their overall effort and determination.

“They’re going to handle things really well (at state). They are a

force to be reckoned with. They both have great hands and great reflexes at the net.”

In the team standings, the Trojans placed fourth out of nine squads with 11 points, while the Mustangs took third (16). New to the DGS sectional this year is state powerhouse Hinsdale Central, which shared the 2013 team state championship with Lake Forest.

The Red Devils swept first and second place in both singles and doubles en route to winning the sectional crown with 36 points.

DOWNERS SOUTH Prior to bowing to the McMahons, Bui and Urgello secured their second straight state berth after upending a team from Glenbard East, 6-3, 6-0, in their qualifying match last Friday.

“I’m feeling excited and blessed,” said Urgello, a junior, when asked about her thoughts of qualifying in consecutive seasons.

“I love playing tennis and doing it with my best friend (Bui).”

Bui said she and her partner are aiming for a top 32 finish this time around.

“I think now that we know what the competition is like and how it feels being in the state tournament with a bunch of good players,” said Bui, a senior. “Now that we know what to expect, I think we’re ready.”

Downers South coach Pete Freischlag believes having a year of state experience under their belts going into this year’s tourney will obviously benefit his doubles tandem.

“I think they can re-focus and set goals after the first time being there (last year) and they kind of know what to expect,” Freischlag said. “They played their best tennis of the season yesterday (Friday) at the right time. Once they relaxed in that qualifying match, they just rolled, which was really fun to see.”

PHOTO BY Mike Sandrolini

Downers South’s Tiffany Bui (above) teamed with Janine Urgello to advance to the state meet Saturday.

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roundup

Benet advances duo to state meet Area golfers conclude season The 2014 season has been one of transition for the Redwings. A perennial East Suburban Catholic Conference team champion, Benet lost that crown this year to Carmel.

You’re disappointed because you always like to win it,” said Benet coach Michael Hand, “but again, you have to look at the teams out there and they had real nice squads. Carmel had a nice team.”

Benet didn’t qualify a doubles team last year for the first time in quite a while, but junior Allison Bartley and sophomore Katie Telford put that tradition back on track. They knocked off a team from Naperville North, 7-5, 6-4 in their qualifying match last Friday at the Naperville North sectional to go downstate.

The duo was defeated by Jenna Brambora and Rachel Rettger from Glenbard South for third place on Saturday.

Bartley and Telford were paired up by Hand two weeks into the season.

“Since then we’ve made a lot of progress and our goal was to go to state,” Bartley said. “Every day we’ve been working to reach that goal.”

“They played a little tentative in their qualifying match,” Hand said. “The pressure’s off in that regard so you’re hoping that they can show a little bit of what we’ve seen over the last couple of weeks, how they’ve been working together and how they’ve been playing together.”

Telford said she and Bartley are well aware of the tradition of state-qualifying doubles teams at Benet.

“We’ve heard a lot of great things about the doubles players before us and their experience at

state,” Telford said, “and we’re just hoping that we’ll do the best that we can at state.”

The Redwings’ No. 1 singles player, junior Coco Tzakis, who qualified for state last fall, was denied a return trip after bowing to St. Francis senior Ava Kolman— the eventual sectional third-place winner—6-4, 6-2, in her qualifying match last Friday.

“Coco, she’s disappointed, but I think she should be proud of the way she played,” Hand said. “She had a great season. It’s terrible no matter if you lose here or whether you lose at state, it’s tough because the season’s over. She’s got another year to come back, but whether you’re a junior, senior, freshman or sophomore it’s kind of a tough thing.”

GOLF After an opening round of 81, Benet’s Ben Johnson rallied Saturday to finish in a tie for 29th in state in Class 3A at The Den at Fox Creek Golf Course in Bloomington.

Johnson started the final round on the back nine and was 2-under par for his round through 10 holes.

He would bogey three holes and double one down the stretch, but finished with a birdie to end his career on a good note.

Teammate George Carroll finished 91st in the state. He shot rounds of 85 and 83 at the tournament.

•On the girls’ side in Class AA, the Downers North duo of Courtney Katz and Rachel Leucuta took 84th and 97th, respectively, at the state meet at Hickory Point Golf Club in Decatur.

Katz opened with a 97 Friday, but rebounded nicely Saturday with an 85. Leucuta opened with a

PHOTO BY Mike Sandrolini

Benet’s Coco Tzakis just missed out on a state berth Friday.

100 and followed it up with a 93.

Lisle’s Mary Sullivan finished in a tie for 55th at the Class A state meet at Red Tail Run Golf Course in Decatur.

Sullivan was consistent throughout the weekend, shooting a 91 on both days.

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GAME 9:

DGS @ hinsdale south

Hinsdale C. @ DGN

team that can get stops on defense will get the win. Both teams have had some strong games defensively this year, with Hinsdale South being more consistent. Mistakes, such as turnovers and penalties, must be limited for DGS.

The details: Hinsdale Central (6-2, 4-1) is coming off a huge home win over Oak ParkRiver Forest, 21-17. Downers North (3-5, 2-3) made it two straight wins with a 13-6 win over Proviso West.

The Red Devils have had a strong year this year and have beaten some good teams. The defense has allowed at least 20 points just three times on the year. DGN is playing its best ball of the season and has the potential to pull off the upset.

-compiled by Scott Taylor

Keys to the game: Thelast

The details: The Mustangs

(6-2, 4-1) are riding a five-game winning streak after beating down Proviso East. Hinsdale South (6-2, 4-1) are coming off a 55-10 win over Morton. This game looks to be a battle for second in the WSC Gold, unless two-win Willowbrook can somehow knock off 7-1 Addison Trail.

The Mustangs have been rolling on offense with at least 30 points in four out of five games. The Hornets have scored at least 35 points in five games this year.

GAME 9:

game time 7:30 p.m. Friday

Keys to the game: In what on

game time 7:30 p.m. Friday time Hinsdale Central pulled off a huge win, in week one, it turned around and lost the following week. If the Trojans are overlooked in this game, they can get the win.

It will be up to the defense to limit Hinsdale Central points and keep the game low scoring.

-compiled by Scott Taylor

paper appears to be a shootout, the

GAME 9:

Marian Cath. @ Benet

The details: Marian (1-7, 0-6) has struggled all year and is coming off a big loss to Notre Dame. Benet (5-3, 3-3) is coming off a 27-0 loss to JCA. The Benet offense will look to get on track heading into the playoffs as it hasn’t scored more than 28 points in a game this year. That appears to be likely against the Spartans, who have given up more than 40 points in every ESCC game this year.

Keys to the game:

Benet needs to score early and

game time 7:30 p.m. Friday often. With the offense in a bit of a funk recently, the Redwings need to put up a lot of points and gain momentum for the playoffs. The defense has been pretty solid throughout the year and another good game is likely here.

-compiled by Scott Taylor

GAME 9:

westmont @ sandwich The details: Westmont (4-4) needs the win to become playoff eligible after a 50-12 loss to Manteno. Sandwich is looking to pick up its first win of the year. The matchup couldn’t be any better for the Sentinels, who get a very winnable game to try to make it into the playoffs. Their playoff points will be close, but get a boost with two undefeated opponents (which will be one after they play each other this week).

Keys to the game: The Westmont offense will look to get back on track following a

game time 7:30 p.m. Friday disappointing performance against Manteno. Look for them to pile on the points against a team that has given up well over 300 points.

The Sentinels have struggled on defense all year, but that should improve against the Indians. They need to step on the gas and keep it going all game.

-compiled by Scott Taylor

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GAME 9:

Lise @ plano

The details: Lisle looks to end its season on a winning note, after falling to 1-7 with a 42-7 loss to Coal City. Plano (5-3) became playoff eligible with a 45-14 win over Seneca. The Reapers will be looking to guarantee themselves a playoff berth with a win.

Keys to the game: The Lions need to put all of their energy into this game to try to end the season on a strong note. They need to take chances and pull out all the stops and trick plays that they have.

game time 7 p.m. Friday -compiled by Scott Taylor

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d’lante dawson

romeoville Football

What do you use twitter for? i follow celebrities like nfl players and friends.

Who do you like to follow most?

Deion sanders. ever since i was a kid i was following him when he was with Dallas. i liked the way he played the game. i thought if he could play like that i could.

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how often do you tweet? not much. Probably four or five times a week.

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shout out to @kapriBibbs next to the greatest QB ever simo_sayZ @joesimo13

ANthoNy dINARdo @dINARdo_28 “no one believed us when we said things were changing last year, everyone laughed. Congrats!! @ JWestfootball @coachaubry @QBCoachPeterson” dgS AthletIcS @dgSSpoRtS “Congrats to tiffany Bui (sr.) & Janine urgello (Jr.) in qualifying for ihsa state tennis DBls. team 3rd. state send off Wed. after practice!”

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dave says

You’ve followed the plan, now buy your dream car

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Remember, there are three to be a collectible car I’d love to have — a 1988 Pontiac Fiero that’s things you can do with money in excellent condition for $10,000. — save, spend and give. You’re Should we wait until I finish in an incredible position here, so there’s no reason not to have a school, or is it okay to buy it now?

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calendar | from page 9 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Rehearsals are Monday nights. All are welcome.

A small fee will be charged to cover the cost of music. For more information, call 630-999-1190 or email cantorescc@gmail.com.

OCTOBER 29

Discover your Past— Cemeteries. 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Westmont Public Library, 428 N Cass Ave. Genealogist Jeff Bockman will discuss how cemetery records can reveal what really lies below the ground.

View photographs of unique tombstones and monuments along with samples of cemetery and funeral home records and obituaries. Registration is required.

Register at westmontlibrary.org.

Young Mothers’ Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Child care and nursery is provided. For more information, call 630-969-3320 or visit www.dgcc.org.

OCTOBER 31

Midnight Movie - ‘The Exorcist’. Midnight on Halloween at the Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. The Tivoli Theatre will present the extended director’s cut of “The Exorcist.”

Admission to what is widely considered the scariest movie of all time is $5 per person. Tickets can be purchased at the Tivoli Theatre Box Office or online at www.classiccinemas.com.

NOVEMBER 1

Coffee with the Woodridge Mayor and Board. 8-9:30 a.m. at Bakers Square, 2020 W. 75th St. Electronics Recycling. 9 a.m. to noon at Village Hall, 801 Burlington Ave., Downers Grove.

Electronics only are collected at this event, held monthly on the first Saturday. More info at www. downers.us.

NOVEMBER 3

Cantores Community Choir Rehearsals. 7-8:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 1032 Maple Ave., Downers Grove.

remember the Fiero, and owning something like that might make you unemployable …

I’m kidding, of course. But you guys have done a fantastic job. You’ve been smart with your money, and now there’s nothing wrong with having some fun and buying a little toy.

Congratulations, Rick!

—Dave

I would recommend not loaning money to friends or family in the future. Sometimes things work out and everyone’s happy.

But in most cases it changes the dynamics of the relationship.

Dear Dave, I loaned some money to a good friend recently. He’s going to help me with a job I’m working on, so do you think I should pay him for the work or just forgive the debt instead?

Charlie Dear Charlie, The big question is whether or not you’ve already agreed to pay him for the work. Another is how he views the situation. In his mind, he may just be helping a friend and looking at it as he still owes you the money.

If you don’t already have an

agreement, my advice would be to ask him what his expectations are. Just talk to him, find out what he’s thinking and figure out what seems fair to you both. The big thing at this point is that you’re on the same page. If you have already agreed on a certain amount, and the value of the work is pretty close to the amount you loaned him, you might talk to him about the possibility of knocking out the debt that way. He could work off the debt while helping you on this project.

There’s really no right or wrong answer to this question, Charlie.

However, I would recommend not loaning money to friends or family in the future. Sometimes things work out and everyone’s happy.

But in most cases it changes the dynamics of the relationship. The Bible says that the borrower is a

Rehearsals are Monday nights.

All are welcome. A small fee will be charged to cover the cost of music. For more information, call 630-999-1190 or email cantorescc@gmail.com.

Downers Grove. Join the Downers Grove Woman’s Club the first Wednesday of every month for wonderful speakers and terrific treats. The group is always looking for new members or new friends.

Ask for expectations

NOVEMBER 4

Woodridge Junior Woman’s Club. 6:45 p.m. at the Retreat at Seven Bridges, 6690 Double Eagle Drive. The Woodridge Junior Woman’s Club will be holding their monthly meeting.

All women who have a desire for friendship and community service opportunities are invited.

Snacks and socializing begins at 6:45 p.m. with the meeting at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Andrea at 312-405-8762.

NOVEMBER 5

Young Mothers’ Bible Study. 9:30-11 a.m. at the Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Child care and nursery is provided. For more information, call 630-969-3320 or visit www.dgcc.org.

DGWC Meeting. 1 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church,

NOVEMBER 22

Holiday Bazaar. 9 a.m. to noon at Saratoga Grove, 3450 Saratoga Ave., Downers Grove.

For more information, call 630971-1995.

ONGOING

Kids Bowl Free All Summer.

May 16 to Aug. 31 at Tivoli Bowl, 938 Warren Ave., Downers Grove. Kids age 15 or younger will receive their first two games of bowling free. This special, which is available to children who are pre-registered, is offered everyday during the summer at the Tivoli Bowl. Young people (or their parents) can register at: www.kidsbowlfree.com/tivoli.

Third Thursday. 5–7 p.m. every third Thursday at the DuPage Children’s Museum. Third Thursdays are a special time once a month for families of children with autism spectrum disorder,

slave to the lender, and there’s a lot of truth to that statement financially and emotionally.

I’ve seen situations like this go bad and even ruin friendships.

It sounds like you two are good buddies and have a great bond, but if someone close to you really needs help, and you’re not enabling bad financial behavior in the process, just make the money a gift. Sooner or later this kind of thing will mess up a relationship.

—Dave

* Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He has authored five New York Times best-selling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover, EntreLeadership and Smart Money Smart Kids. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 8 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

visual, and mobility impairments to come play at the Museum. All activities are free with admission or membership.

Great Decisions Foreign Policy Discussion Group.

9:30-11:30 a.m. every Monday at the Downers Grove Library.

Topics for 2012 include: Middle East realignment, promoting democracy, Mexico, cybersecurity, exit for Afghanistan and Iraq, state of the oceans, Indonesia, and energy geopolitics. Registration is not required. Call Nancy Peraino at 630-968-8706 for more information.

Families Anonymous meeting. 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 4501 Main St., Downers Grove.

Families Anonymous is a 12Step fellowship for families and friends of persons with destructive behavior, whether caused by drugs, alcohol, or related behavioral problems.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Jurgita Staniulyte; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 000839 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/25/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 12/2/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-19-113-005 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6505 Hathaway Lane, Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: 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 14-12-34220.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Charles P. Cain; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 002315 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/25/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 11/18/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 09-18-108-003 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1631 Maple Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: 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 14-12-24099.

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Wedn e sday, October 22, 2014 | bug lenewspapers.com IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS RESIDENTIAL Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Charles P. Cain; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 002315 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 6/25/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 11/18/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: THE EAST 1/2 OF LOT 2 (EXCEPT THE SOUTH 50 FEET THEREOF) IN BLOCK 2 IN FOREST VIEW BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 18, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED FEBRUARY 8, 1922 AS DOCUMENT 153728 AND CERTIFICATE OF CORRECTION FILED FEBRUARY 21, 1929 AS DOCUMENT 274645, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PIN 09-18-108-003 Improved with Single Family Home COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 1631 Maple Avenue Downers Grove, IL 60515 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 1412-24099.

I628768 Published 10/8, 10/15, 10/22

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS Nationstar Mortgage LLC PLAINTIFF Vs. Jurgita Staniulyte; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2013 CH 000839 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 8/25/2014, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 12/2/14 at the hour of 10:00AM at Dupage County Sheriff’s Office 501 North County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PARCEL 1: LOT 2 IN BLOCK 6 IN PRENTISS BROOK TERRACE MANOR HOMES, BEING A RESUBDIVISION OF PART OF THE NORTHWEST 1/4 OF SECTION 19, TOWNSHIP 38 NORTH, RANGE 11, EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED AUGUST 11, 1976 AS DOCUMENT R7654879, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. PARCEL 2: EASEMENT APPURTENANT TO PARCEL 1, AS SET FORTH IN THE DECLARATION RECORDED AUGUST 13, 1976 AS DOCUMENT R76-55803.

PIN 09-19-113-005 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 6505 Hathaway Lane Downers Grove, IL 60516 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney.

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after Confirmation of the sale. The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. 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 1412-34220.

I630167 Published 10/22, 10/29, 11/5

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healthy oatmeal muffins are perfect autumn brunch treat You and your guests will be happily surprised by these very satisfying muffins cheese (not to mention Hollandaise sauce). Or they showcase baked www.wolfgangpuck.com goods like healthy-looking muffins @WolfgangBuzz or scones that may actually pack all the calories and Now that we’re a fat you’d usually find in good three weeks into extravagant desserts. autumn, people are That’s why, when I beginning to turn their was recently developing thoughts toward all the breakfast and brunch holiday entertaining recipes for my latest ahead.

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Amid all the official holiday really did fulfill the promise of the entertaining, a weekend brunch, title. In the end, the task proved or even a midmorning coffee or surprisingly easy as we developed mid-afternoon teatime gathering, an array of recipes ranging from makes a great way to welcome low-fat homemade granola layered people into your home. Brunch in parfait glasses with nonfat menus are generally simpler than yogurt and fresh berries; to wholebig, traditional meals and parties, wheat pancakes made with twice and they frequently feature dishes as many egg whites as yolks and you can make easily, even in studded with crunchy walnuts; to advance, rather than recipes that thick, hearty flat omelets featuring mostly egg whites combined with keep you close to the stove.

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1. incredibly tender, rich, flavorful muffins based on a mixture of old-fashioned rolled oats, nonfat yogurt, a couple of eggs, and frozen raspberries. Here, I’m pleased to share with you a variation of that treat using, instead, widely available frozen blueberries.

For easier brunch preparation, you can partially prepare the batter the night before, up to the point at which you combine the egg and oat mixtures. Then, just over an hour before guests are due to arrive, add the flour-baking soda mixture, spoon the batter into paper-lined muffin cups, and bake.

You and your guests will be happily surprised by these very satisfying muffins, in which only just a little more than a third of their calories come from fat, significantly less than many storebought muffins. Round out your brunch menu with a low-fat egg dish and a salad of fresh seasonal fruits, and you’ll have a delicious menu everyone will welcome-all the more so for coming away from the table feeling they’re entering the holiday season on a healthier footing.

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2-1/4 cups (310 ml) old-fashioned rolled oats 2 cups (500 ml) nonfat plain yogurt 2 large cage-free eggs 1-1/4 cups (310 ml) packed dark brown sugar 1 cup (250 ml) canola oil 2-1/2 cups (625 ml) all-purpose (plain) flour 2-1/2 teaspoons baking soda 2 cups (500 ml) frozen unsweetened or fresh blueberries

in a large bowl, stir together the oats and yogurt. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to soften the oats. (if you mix the batter the night before, up to but not including stirring in the flour-baking soda mixture as directed below, there’s no need to presoak the oats in the yogurt.)

2. set the rack in the middle of the oven. preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. (175 degrees (C).

3. in a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and oil. with a rubber spatula or large spoon, stir the egg mixture into the oatyogurt mixture.

4. In a separate bowl, stir together the flour and baking soda. Stir the flour mixture into the egg-oat mixture until just combined. Do not overstir.

5. Just before baking, fold the blueberries into the batter just until they’re evenly distributed.

6. Line 2 dozen muffin tin cups with paper muffin liners. With a spoon, divide the batter evenly among the muffin cups.

7. Bake the muffins until they’re golden brown and spring back when pressed lightly and carefully with a fingertip, 30 to 40 minutes, carefully rotating the muffin tins 180 degrees for even baking about halfway through that time.

8. When the muffins are done, transfer the tins to a wire rack to cool at least briefly before unmolding and serving. Serve the muffins warm or at room temperature.

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