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FOREST PRESERVE DISTRICT’

District’s picnic shelter availability now online Forest Preserve District has 30 shelters available for rental throughout the county Visitors to the Forest Preserve District of Will County’s new website – ReconnectWithNature.org – can now check the availability of picnic shelters by location and date.

Visit the Shelter Rental page, select any shelter and then click the “Check Shelter Availability” button. The shelters cannot be booked online, but available dates and shelter details – including 360-degree photos of each site – can be viewed before booking the spot for a party or gathering.

The Forest Preserve District has 30 shelters available for rental throughout the county.

A permit is required for all groups of 25 or more to use a shelter. Amenities vary by shelter, but all include wheelchair accessible picnic tables, grills and latrines.

Renters must be 18 years or older to obtain a picnic shelter permit.

A permit must be obtained no less than two business days prior to the reservation date. Generators, beverage trucks, caterers, amplified sound and other special requests require advance approval and fees.

All reservations must be made in person.

Reservations are not taken over the phone. A permit can be purchased at any of the following visitor centers: Sugar Creek Administration Center, Joliet; Isle a la Cache Museum, Romeoville; Plum Creek Nature Center, Crete Township; and Monee Reservoir, Monee Township.

For more information, call 815727-8700.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Local 4th of July celebrations, fireworks Will, DuPage Counties host variety of 4th of July events for families The fourth of July is Tuesday and several communities are holding parades, picnics, festivals and evening fireworks to commemorate Independence Day. Please note that the extended festivals have an admission fee.

JUNE 28 - JULY 2 • LISLE Lisle Eyes to the Skies Festival (Nightly fireworks show).

Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short Street. Three fun-filled days that will include the following: carnival, huge children’s area, craft fair, over 30 food booths, live music on two stages, Balloon Launches are at 5:30 a.m. and 6:30 p.m., balloon glows at 8 p.m., and nightly fireworks starting at 9:45 p.m. Each night of fireworks features a theme. July 2 will feature patriotic music.

JULY 1 • JOLIET Independence Celebration & Fireworks Show. 6–10:30 p.m. Billie

Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre. Back by popular demand and still free. Live music, food ‘n brew and fireworks from 9:30-9:50 p.m. Featured bands are Hot Mess from 6-7:30 p.m. (featuring Joliet Mayor O’Dekirk on drums and vocals) and Junkyard Dawgs from 8-10:30

p.m. Bring blankets and chairs for lawn seating. Parking is free.

JULY 1 • PLAINFIELD Lakewood Falls Fireworks Show.

Fireworks begin at dusk. 13909 S. Budler Road. The show is behind the Creekside Elementary School.

Admission is Free.

JULY 3 • ROMEOVILLE Romeoville Independence Day.

9:15 p.m. Village Park, 900 W. Romeo Rd. Musical entertainment will be performing on the amphitheater beginning at 7 p.m. The band, activities, and food will be at Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Rd.; fireworks will be at Village Park, 900 W. Romeo Rd. at 9:15 p.m.

JULY 3 • PLAINFIELD Patriotic Picnic & Fireworks. 6 to

9 p.m. Plainfield Central High School, 24120 Fort Beggs Dr. Fireworks at dusk. Fun for the entire family: bike parade, military organizations, face painting, touch-a-truck, dance performances, kids’ patriotic bike parade, inflatables and more. For more information, go to plfdparks.org.

JULY 3 • NAPERVILLE Ribfest Fireworks. 9:30 p.m. Knoch Park, 724 S. West St. Naperville. Part of the Annual Exchange Club of Naperville’s Ribfest which is from

June 30-July 3 and provides 20 acres filled with live entertainment, food, carnival and family-friendly fun.

General admission tickets start at $20 and includes admission to the various live stages including the Main Stage featuring national acts. The Wallflowers and Better Than Ezra are performing July 3. Visit ribfest.net for more information.

JULY 4 • BOLINGBROOK The All-American Celebration.

3-10 p.m. The Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive. Huge selection of kids’ activities, food vendors and food trucks, outdoor bar, musical entertainment from 3-9:20 p.m. Jim Cornelison (tenor for the Chicago Blackhawks) sings the National Anthem before the fireworks. Shuttle bug pick up/drop off at Carlow Industrial Park and Plainfield East

High School.

JULY 4 • LISLE 4th of July Parade & Ice Cream Social. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Mu-

seums at Lisle Stations Park, 921 School Street. In commemoration of Independence Day, this year’s 4th of July Parade begins at Lisle Junior High at 11 a.m. and proceeds down Main Street from Jonquil to School, right on Spencer and then left on Burlington to Village Hall. Following the parade, the Lisle Heritage Society will host an ice cream social on the grounds of the Museums at Lisle Station Park, 921 School Street in Lisle just north of Village Hall. Discover Lisle’s past while savoring a frozen treat.

JULY 4 - WESTMONT Independence Day Celebration.

4 to 10 p.m. at Ty Warner Park. The

family fun begins at 4 p.m. at the old-fashioned Independence Day Celebration. A complete list of activities can be found in the summer program guide. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and enjoy the best 4th of July around.

JULY 4 DOWNERS GROVE Independence Day Parade and Fireworks. Steps off at Main and

Grant streets in Downers Grove at 12:45 p.m. Parade heads south to Warren Avenue. For more information, visit events.downers.us/independence-day. Then in the evening bring family and friends to the fireworks display sponsored by the Village of Downers Grove, the Village of Woodridge, and the City of Darien.

The show starts at approximately 9:30 p.m. at 75th Street and Lemont Road.

COMMUNITY BULLETIN

City reminds about summer water, pool safety An adult should actively watch children at all times while they are in a pool. For infants and toddlers, an adult should be in the water and within arm’s reach, providing “touch supervision.”

For older children, an adult should be paying constant attention and be free from distractions, such as talking/texting on the phone, socializing, tending to household chores, or drinking alcohol. The supervising adult must know how to swim. Adults should not drop children off at a pool or leave them at a beach without designating a responsible adult to supervise them.

IF YOU HAVE A POOL, INSIST THAT THE FOLLOWING RULES ARE FOLLOWED: � Keep toys away from the pool when the pool is not in use.

� Empty blow-up pools after each use. � No tricycles or other riding toys should be allowed at poolside. � No electrical appliances should be allowed near the pool. � No diving should be permitted in a pool that is not deep enough. � No running should be allowed on the pool deck.

Pool Fences: Children can climb out a window, though a doggy door, or sneak out a door to get to the back yard and a pool or hot tub.

To prevent small children from entering a pool area on their own, there should be a fence that completely surrounds the pool or spa. Combined with the watchful eyes of an adult, a fence is the best way to protect your child and other children who may visit

or live nearby. Also, consider additional barriers such as safety covers and pool alarms.

POOL FENCES SHOULD ALSO: � Be climb-resistant and should not have anything alongside it (such as lawn furniture) that can be used to climb it. � Be at least four feet high and have no footholds or handholds that could help a child climb it. � Have no more than four inches between vertical slats. Chain-link fences are very easy to climb and are not recommended as pool fences. If they must be used, the diamond shape should not be bigger than one and threefourths inches. � Have a gate that is well maintained and is self-closing and self-latching. It should only open away from the pool. The latches

should be higher than a child can reach (54 inches from the bottom of the gate). � For above-ground pools, always keep children away from steps or ladders. When the pool is not in use, lock or remove the ladders to prevent access by children and secure a safety cover.

DIVING: Serious spinal cord injuries, permanent brain damage, and death can occur to swimmers who dive into shallow water or spring upward on the diving board and hit it on the way down.

Keep safe by following these simple common-sense diving rules: � Check how deep the water is.

Enter the water feet first, especially when going in for the first time. � Never dive into above-ground

pools; they are usually not deep enough. � Never dive into the shallow end of a pool. � Never dive through inner tubes or other pool toys. � Learn how to dive properly by taking classes.

RIVER SAFETY Even if a person is just enjoying the river from its bank, the water can be dangerous. River levels can change drastically, depending on rainfall, making passage and maneuverability in the water more difficult. If participating in water activities, a U.S. Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) should always be worn. Illinois law states that all children younger than the age of 13 must wear a PFD on vessels less than 26 feet in length.

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Fast facts about 4th of July FROM ACADEMICEXCHANGE. WORDPRESS.COM On this federal holiday, also known as Independence Day, marking the Colonies’ adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which declared independence from the Great Britain and its king, we thought it would be appropriate to share some fun facts about this historic day. We are already familiar with the fireworks, parades , barbeque and festivities like picnics, fairs, concerts and parties that take place on this day, but there are some things many people don’t know about the Fourth.

1. Congress made Independence Day an official unpaid holiday for federal employees in 1870. In 1938, Congress changed Independence Day to a paid federal holiday.

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2. Only John Hancock actually signed the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. All the others signed later.

3. The Declaration of Independence was signed by 56 men from 13 colonies.

4. The average age of the Signers of the Declaration of Independence was 45. The youngest was Thomas Lynch, Jr (27) of South Carolina. The oldest delegate was Benjamin Franklin (70) of Pennsylvania. The lead author of The Declaration, Thomas Jefferson, was 33.

5. One out of eight signers of the Declaration of Independence were educated at Harvard (7 total).

6. The only two signers of the Declaration of Independence who later served as President of the United States were John Adams and Thomas Jefferson.

7. The stars on the original American flag were in a circle so all the Colonies would appear equal.

8. The first Independence Day celebration took place in Philadelphia on July 8, 1776. This was also the day that the Declaration of Independence was first read in public after people were summoned by the ringing of the Liberty Bell.

9. The White House held its first 4th July party in 1801.

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10. President John Adams, Thomas Jefferson and James Monroe all died on the Fourth. Adams and Jefferson (both signed the Declaration) died on the same day within hours of each other in 1826.

11. Benjamin Franklin proposed the turkey as the national bird but was overruled by John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, who recommended the bald eagle.

12. In 1776, there were 2.5 million people living in the new nation. Today the population of the U.S.A. is 316 million.

13. Fifty-nine places in the U.S. contain the word “liberty” in the name. Pennsylvania, with 11, has more of these places than any other state. Of the 59 places nationwide containing “liberty” in the name, four are counties: Liberty County, Ga. (65,471), Liberty County, Fla. (8,276), Liberty County, Mont. (2,392) and Liberty County, Texas (76,571).

14. The most common patrioticsounding word used within place names is “union” with 136. Pennsylvania, with 33, has more of these places than any other state. Other words most commonly used in place names are Washington (127), Franklin (118), Jackson (96) and Lincoln (95).

15. Fireworks are part of the tradition of celebrating this national holiday. The U.S. imported $227.3 million worth of fireworks from China in 2012. U.S. exports of fireworks, by comparison, came to just $11.7 million in 2012, with Israel purchasing more than any other country ($2.5

16. In 2012, vast majority of imported U.S. flags ($3.6 million) was made in China.

17. Barbecue is also big on Independence Day. Approximately 150 million hot dogs and 700 million pounds of chicken are consumed on this day.

18. Every 4th of July the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia is tapped (not actually rung) thirteen times in honor of the original thirteen colonies.

19. Traditions place the origins of “Yankee Doodle” as a pre-Revolutionary War song originally sung by British military officers to mock the disheveled, disorganized colonial “Yankees” with whom they served in the French and Indian War. It is believed that the tune comes from the nursery rhyme Lucy Locket. One version of the Yankee Doodle lyrics is “generally attributed” to Doctor Richard Shuckburgh,a British Army surgeon. According to one story, Shuckburgh wrote the song after seeing the appearance of Colonial troops under Colonel Thomas Fitch, V, the son of Connecticut Governor Thomas Fitch.[2] 20. The tune of the National Anthem was originally used by an English drinking song called “to Anacreon in Heaven.” The words have nothing to do with consumption of alcohol but the “melody that Francis Key had in mind when he wrote those words did originate decades earlier as the melody for a song praise of wine.” http://www.colonialmusic. org/Resource/Anacreon.htm

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MAY 17 » Robert L. Lee, 30, of Joliet, was arrested on the 100 block of Edison Road for criminal damage to government property and resisting a police officer. » Roger J. Loden, 48, of Joliet, was arrested near S. Park Rd. and E. Washington for two counts of aggravated battery. » Dana E. York, 41, of Joliet, was arrested near 124 Independence Avenue » for unlawful use of a weapon. » Willie A. Watt, 52, of Joliet, was cited near Draper and Williamson for driving while license suspended, improper turn signal, and failure to surrender driver’s license. » Kenice Dilworth, 39, of Joliet, was cited near Rosalind and N. Fairview for driving while license suspended, improper turn signal, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. » Amber M. Gaskin, 27, of Joliet, was cited near Walnut and Eagle for improper lighting, no valid driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. » Liliana Paulino, 28, of Joliet, was cited near Western and Wilcox for disobeying a stop sign, unsafe equipment, driving while license suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. » Luis G. Gudiel Gonzalez, 21, of Crest Hill, was cited near N. Larkin and Plainfield Road for no registration light and no valid driver’s license.

MAY 18 » Adonnis Benson, 19, of Crete, was charged with aggravated battery to a correctional officer at the Adult Detention Facility. » A 41-yearold female stated to deputies that she and her husband had set up a meeting with a potential buyer of two Apple iPhones through the app “LetGo.” When the female showed up at the predetermined spot on the 1600 block S. Chicago St., she went inside the store and met a male who asked if he could look at the phones before purchasing them. The woman handed over the phones and the man ran out of the store with the

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phones. He was last seen running east on E. Zarley Blvd.

Akeem Mitchell, 26, of Joliet, was cited near Campbell and N. Midland for no valid driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Catherine Greenlee, 49, of Midlothian, was cited near N. Larkin and Rt. 30 for driving while license suspended and speeding. She was held on an active Cook County warrant.

Jonathan Garcia, 29, of Joliet, was arrested near Maple Rd. and N. Briggs for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, driver’s license never issued, operating an uninsured motor vehicle, DUI, and driving motor vehicle with no insurance/causing bodily harm.

Tiara Flanagan, 22, of Joliet, was cited near Collins and E. Jackson for disobeying a traffic control device, driving while license suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

Jonnathon Oliveros, 21, of Joliet, was cited near E. Cass and Walnut for expired registration, improper use of registration, driving while license suspended and operating an uninsured motor vheilce.

Heather Lujan, 27, of Crest Hill, was cited near E. Washington and Peale for disobeying a traffic control device, improper use of registration, no valid driver’s license and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

MAY 19 » Jess B. Keller, 47, of Plainfield, was arrested on the 23000 block of S. Youngs Road for DUI/drugs, reckless driving and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. » Juan M. Cruz, 37, of Joliet, was cited near Draper and Woodruff for speeding, disregarding a stop sign, driver’s license never issued and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. » Leslie R. Small, 45, of Homewood, was cited near Jackson and Ottawa for improper lane usage, driving while license suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

MAY 20 » Juan Guzman, 22, of Aurora, was cited near E. Benton and Henderson for disobeying a stop sign, driving while license suspended and operating an uninsured motor vehicle. » Porfirio Limon-Varela, 29, of Joliet, was cited near Collins and Jackson for no valid driver’s license. » Kelvyn Morens, Jr., 26, of Chicago, was cited near Charlesworth and Woodruff for improper lane usage, illegal

transportation of alcohol, and driving while license suspended. » Norberto Torres Soto, 31, of Cicero, was arrested on the 1300 block of Brandon Rd. » for failure to notify unattended vehicle, failure to report vehicle accident and DUI. » Kenneth Balmer, 52, no address, was arrested near E. Cass and Henderson for defective windshield, improper lane usage, no headlights, no brake lights, DUI/drugs, and operating an uninsured motor vehicle.

MAY 21 » Richard P. Peyton, 35, of Joliet, was cited near Copperfield and N. Briggs for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and driving while license suspended. » Moises Cerdo, 25, of Joliet, was arrested near Algonquin and Copperfield for no registration light, fleeing/attempting to elude police, no headlight, and two counts of disregarding a stop sign. » Clayton Charland, 22, of Shorewood, was arrested on the 24000 block of W. Shepley Road for failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, operating an uninsured motor vehicle and DUI.

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ARIES

MARCH 21 TO APRIL 20

Flashes of genius are like a genie in a bottle. You may need to rub a little harder to get the wish granted.

Mental restlessness may send you chasing rainbows down dead end alleys this week.

GEMINI

M AY 2 2 T O J U N E 2 1

There are some cross currents going on behind the scenes. Although you are forging forward, others may secretly resent your freedom. Be polite and considerate toward others in the week ahead.

LEO

J U LY 2 3 T O A U G U S T 2 1

Face up to your fantasies. In the week to come you might be misled by your imagination or see only what you wish to see. You might feel out of place in group activities or social events.

ACROSS 1 SHOOT FOR THE STARS 6 GROUP OF MUSICAL NOTES 11 BUDDY 14 GET OFF THE COUCH 15 PART OF A MECHANIC’S BILL 16 GREEN PREFIX 17 *MENACE TO SOCIETY 19 POD VEGGIE 20 BETWEEN EUROPE AND AMERICA, SAY 21 PERMEATES 23 THREE-LETTER SANDWICH 26 BELMONT STAKES RACER 28 J OR D, FOR J.D. SALINGER 29 MUSICAL SENSE 30 W/O DELAY 31 GATOR KIN 32 APPLE DESKTOPS 34 FODDER HOLDER 36 GAEL, FOR ONE 39 WILD (OVER) 40 *COMMAND TO AN ATTACK DOG 41 JOINT FOR A DUMMY 42 THE EMERALD ISLE 43 RODRIGUEZ OF THE YANKEES 44 STARTER FOR 007’S CAR? 45 FIRST NAME IN PERFUME 47 __ BATOR 49 CONCLUSION 50 ACTOR LUGOSI 51 SUDDEN GUSH 52 DORM VIPS 53 TROPICAL PLAIN 55 SPAT 57 NEEDLE APERTURE 58 UNEMOTIONAL, AND A HINT TO THE HIDDEN WORD IN THE ANSWERS TO STARRED CLUES 63 CAME IN FIRST 64 PEDRO’S JANUARY

65 BRINGS IN AT HARVEST TIME 66 PECAN OR ALMOND 67 SHORT-STRAW PICKER 68 WIN AN OLYMPICS PRIZE

DOWN 1 OPENING 2 TULSA SCH. WITH A PRAYER TOWER 3 HIGHCHAIR USER’S PROTECTOR 4 CUBA, POR EJEMPLO 5 KIMONO-CLAD ENTERTAINERS 6 MAKER OF ULTRA ACNE TREATMENTS 7 SCI-FI PILOT SOLO 8 HAVING LOTS TO LOSE 9 QUARTERBACK TONY 10 LOW-HUMIDITY ENVIRONMENT 11 *BEVERAGENAMED DENVER ARENA 12 CRUSH THE MIDTERM 13 CASH ADVANCE 18 CORP. HEADS 22 CRITICIZES

23 LATTE-COLORED 24 EX-NBA STAR ODOM 25 *MANY A NEWS STORY, ALAS 27 *ADD ZEST TO 31 COUSIN OF ORG 33 CORN OIL ALTERNATIVE 35 FOE IN “BATMAN V SUPERMAN” 37 HOTELIER HELMSLEY 38 LOOKS AFTER 40 __ PAULO 44 COLONY WITH TUNNELS 46 CALL OFF 48 “ACOUSTIC SOUL” ARTIST INDIA.__ 50 CRAWFISH HABITAT 51 AFTER-CHRISTMAS SPECIALS 53 ATTACHED USING THREAD 54 TEXTING WHILE DRIVING, E.G. 56 RELEASE 59 DR. OF HIP-HOP 60 SMIDGEN 61 POLLUTIONMONITORING ORG. 62 ISP ALTERNATIVE

LIBRA

SEPTEMBER 24 TO OCTOBER 23

People may jockey for position and set their sights on lofty goals but you remain balanced this week. Ruthless ambition may not appeal to you, but be aware it is a sweet attraction for associates.

SAGITTARIUS

NOVEMBER 23 TO DECEMBER 22

Walk the straight and narrow path. Ignore the wild geese and refuse to chase after them. Don’t waste money on things that do not come with a written guarantee in the week ahead.

AQUARIUS

JANUARY 21 TO FEBRUARY 19

Rest on your laurels. Confidential situations could come to light that can be used to your advantage in the week ahead. Don’t take important steps as surface appearances could be misleading.

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TAURUS

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It is easy to be sidetracked by social gatherings.

Slacking off in the week ahead will cause you to lose momentum. Keep your opinions to yourself and rely on trusted companions rather than strangers.

CANCER

J U N E 2 2 T O J U LY 2 2

Employ your energy to be excellent. In the week ahead your creativity is energized and you can get more accomplished than usual. However, be cautious about spending and using credit cards.

VIRGO

AUGUST 22 TO SEPTEMBER 23

Keep a smile on your face as the week goes by.

People may wonder just what you have been up to. An air of mystery will help you impress others and may pay off financially, as well as romantically.

SCORPIO

OCTOBER 24 TO NOVEMBER 22

The week ahead may offer opportunities for amusing yourself with hobbies or playtime activities. Even if there is no time for a hand’s on approach you can read or study your favorite subject.

CAPRICORN

DECEMBER 23 TO JANUARY 20

Focus on the facts rather than your fantasies. As this week unfolds you might not be at your best in one-onone negotiations. Be cautious about the fine print if you must sign a contract.

PISCES

FEBRUARY 20 TO MARCH 20

Work to make long range plans a reality as this week unfolds. Tap into the energy of a creative muse and you will find yourself making some powerful moves, and enjoying it as well.

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Lockport’s McElligott is 2017 Voyager Media Player of the Year

BY MARK GREGORY Sports Editor @Hear_The_Beard mark@buglenewspapers.com

It wasn’t until the mid-point of the season that Lockport junior Tara McElligott realized what kind of season she was having statistically.

All she did once she realized it was improve and end the season with a .508 batting average, 11 home runs, 17 doubles, a .932 slugging percentage. She scored 56 runs and posted a staggering 73 runs batted in – which is tied for 14th all time in the IHSA for a single season.

“I started watching (the stats) half way through the season. I was looking at my last year’s stats and I had 36 RBI, so I realized what I was putting up was that high,” McElligott said. “At one point, one of my teammates found out I was leading the state in RBI and that was really cool. It was crazy to think about it. I changed my

swing and my approach at the plate and then it was the girls in front of me getting on and doing their jobs. I was keeping everything simple and just seeing the middle of the ball and getting my job done.”

Her accomplishments netted McElligott a IHSA Class 4A first team nod as well as earning her the 2017 Voyager Media Player of the Year honors.

“When I look back on the season, she was a sleeper for a while, then she really got hot in the last half of the season. In that last third of the season, she was on fire,” said Lockport coach Marissa Chovanec. “We had her in the third spot in the order this year and Tara handled the spot well. Some kids in the past have felt the pressure of being the No. 3 hitter and I don’t think that ever crossed her mind. I really felt she stepped up this year on the field SEE SOFTBALL PAGE 8

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Lockport’s Tara McElligott is the 2017 Voyager Media Player of the Year.

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SOFTBALL FROM PAGE 7 and as a leader and she was that calming force a lot of times.”

A catcher by trade, McElligott played her second position of third base the last two seasons before making the move across the diamond to first this year.

“I played third freshman and sophomore year and played first this year. I haven’t played first since eighth grade,” she said. “In the summer, I catch and play third and in college I will catch and play third, but I have always been versatile and my coaches through the years have always told me that knowing different positions will always help.”

Although she still has one more season at Lockport, McElligott has already committed to the University of Illinois-Chicago and she said making that commitment prior to last season helped relax her.

“It was a huge weight off my shoulders,” she said. “I just have to play for myself and my team and we just want to win. I don’t have to impress any colleges. It lets you be a less selfish player because you don’t have to worry about your own stats, you can focus on help-

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2017 | BUGLENEWSPAPERS.COM ing the team.”

Other members of the Voyager Media All-Area team are:

KRISTEN AMES JOLIET WEST The senior centerfielder hit .461 with 2 homers and 16 RBI. She also stole 21 bases.

“Kristen is a four year starter on varsity,” said West coach Heather Suca. “On defense she can cover a ridiculous amount of ground and has a strong, accurate arm. She is a true student of the game. Her speed, aggressiveness, and awareness on the bases put a tremendous pressure on any defense.”

NICOLE BOND BOLINGBROOK The senior catcher was the school’s Female Athlete of the Year and hit .384 with an on base percentage of .420 “She commands a strong presence behind the plate,” said Raiders’ coach Jean Ryan-Moak.

SIDNEY BUDZINSKI JOLIET WEST Junior batted .495 with 9 home runs and a team-best 46 RBI. “Sidney puts the ball in play con-

stantly,” Suca said. “She is a stronger hitter in pressure situations (27 RBI with 2 outs). Sidney is a vocal leader for our team. We are not the same team without her leadership on defense.”

The senior batted .457 with a .542 on base percentage and a 1.085 slugging percentage.

She had 37 hits, including 7 doubles and drove in 17, while scoring 19 runs. She only struck out nine times on the season.

of Central’s games, throwing 181. She went 16-10, with a 2.23 ERA and 180 strikeouts. At the plate, she hit .368 with 39 hits, 6 doubles and 3 home runs, while driving in 29 runs.

“Brooklyn has been our starting pitcher for four years, she had been a dominant presence on the mound all four years,” Central coach Anne Campbell said.

“She has a 76-29 career record and 684 career strikeouts. She has kept us in many games this year with her bat also.”

MARIAH CURA PLAINFIELD SOUTH

EMILY DYBAS LOCKPORT

Senior centerfielder led the team in batting average (.442), RBI (30) and home runs (3). She had four outfield assists.

“Mariah plays an excellent defensive center field with an outstanding throwing arm,” said South coach David Randall.

“Mariah will be attending Davenport University next fall on a softball scholarship.”

The senior batted .447 for the Porters with 14 doubles, 47 RBI and 35 runs scored.

The senior shortstop batted .409 with a .913 slugging percentage. She clobbered 16 home runs and 10 doubles, driving in 50 runs and scoring 35. She was named to the Class 4A all-state second team.

PAIGE CALLANS JCA

ABBEY KRUZEL PLAINFIELD NORTH

The senior third baseman will play at Lindenwood University next season. This year she hit .423 with 6 doubles, 3 triples.

She scored 29 runs, drove in 287 more and stole 17 bases.

“Paige brings speed, small ball and power to the plate, which keeps the defense on their toes,”

The senior pitcher went 12-2 on the year with a 2.19 ERA. Was the 2017 Southwest Prairie Conference MVP. She was a thirdteam all-stater in Class 4A.

HOPE CHERIAN NILES WEST

BROOKLYN DALY PLAINFIELD CENTRAL Senior pitched in 90 percent

said JCA coach Tina Kinsella.

“It’s a given that when she gets on, she’ll get herself into scoring position for the team.”

CAROLYN HETT PLAINFIELD NORTH The senior shortstop hit .383 and slugged .798. She posted 12 doubles with nine home runs and a school-record 36 RBI. Was the team’s MVP.

HANNAH KALNICKY PLAINFIELD EAST

RANDI MCKAY SEE SOFTBALL PAGE 9

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DOWNERS SOUTH The No. 2 batter in the order all season, she batted .510 with 12 doubles and 30 RBI. With runners in scoring position, she batted .619 and struck out only six times all season.

As a pitcher, she posted an ERA of 2.88 with 93 strike outs.

ANNA PALICKA LISLE The senior pitcher and third baseman batted .379 for the Lions, while going 12-8 with a .256 ERA this season.

“She has been the most consistent player on our team, made all-conference for Interstate 8 (North) this year,” said Lisle coach Trent Schalk.

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KAYLEY PERKINS PLAINFIELD EAST

Junior catcher hit .358 on the season, posting 43 hits, 4 doubles, 4 triples, 2 home runs and 25 RBI, scoring 39 runs and stealing 7 bases. As a catcher, she had four pickoffs and threw out 15 of 25 potential base stealers.

SARA PETERSON PLAINFIELD CENTRAL Senior left fielder posted a .525 batting average with 63 Hits, 19 doubles, 6 triples and 7 home runs. She hit .441 with runners in scoring position and posted 33 RBI. In left field, she made only one error in 44 chances. She will be playing at Indiana State next year.

“Sara is a great hitter and one of the best outfielders in the area,” said Central coach Anne

Campbell.

KAYLEE PIVEN PLAINFIELD NORTH Junior was a member of the All-Southwest Prairie Conference team. She batted .500 for the season, with a .750 slugging percentage. She hit three home runs and drove in 21.

“She is a true team player and a leader and has a great attitude,” said North coach Kelly Ash.

KATIE POLASKI DOWNERS NORTH The senior second baseman batted .527 with a 1.335 OPS. She drove in 30 runs and scored 19. She was a four-time member of the West Suburban Conference All-Conference team.

“She has been a staple at the top of the Trojan order for

the last four years,” said North coach Eric Landschoot. “She will truly be missed by her teammates and coaches. She is truly a multi-dimensional player, an exemplary student and has been a role model student-athlete.”

ASIA ROBINETTE ROMEOVILLE Spartan shortstop batted .438 on the season, with a .481 on base percentage and a .616 slugging percentage “She is a hard worker who has made spectacular plays at shortstop,” said Romeoville coach Christina Douglas. “In addition, she leads our team in batting.”

KILEY ROBB JOLIET WEST Senior pitcher and third baseman hit .500 on the season with 34 RBI and 2 home runs. She

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stole 16 bases and struck out only twice all season. As a pitcher, she was 10-4 with a 1.90 ERA. “Kiley has been a four-year starter, pitching over half of our games each year,” Suca said.

“She is a strong leader for our team. Her work ethic and desire to succeed put her as a top player in the area.

“She has tremendous poise on the mound. Offensively she has been one of the most consistent hitters in our program. She has both power and speed which is a rare combination.”

AMBERLY RODRIGUEZ PLAINFIELD EAST Junior centerfielder hit .407 with an on base percentage of .477. She had 46 hits and scored 38 runs, only striking out 9 times SEE SOFTBALL PAGE 10

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SOFTBALL FROM PAGE 9 in 128 plate appearances, while stealing 12 bases.

SAVANNAH RODRIGUEZ DOWNERS NORTH The junior batted .506 with an OPS of 1.335. She belted five home runs, seven doubles, drove in 30 and scored 19 runs. As a pitcher, she was 14-4 with 130 strike outs in 92 innings with a 1.96 ERA. “The Western Illinois commit hit in the middle of an explosive lineup and was also able to maintain a sub-2.00 ERA against tough competition” Landschoot said.

“Savannah is smart, aggressive and will be fun to watch next year as one of the top senior softball players in the area.”

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Junior shortstop posted a .382 batting average with a .655 slugging percentage. She had 12 doubles, 6 home runs and 55 RBI.

“DeShonte is one of the most powerful high school hitters that I have seen,” Suca said.

“She puts a lot of pressure on the pitcher and defense each time she comes to the plate. Her work ethic on the field and in the weight room is a key to the success she has had over the years.”

LEXIE SIWEK PLAINFIELD NORTH

REILLY JO SWANSON JCA

Junior centerfielder was named to the All-SPC team.

She batted .412 with 35 hits, including 7 doubles, 2 triples and a home run. She also stole a school-record 18 bases.

The senior second baseman is a Drexel University recruit and batted .451 on the season with only one strikeout in 117 plate appearances. She had 41 hits, 16 doubles, 3 triples, 27 RBI, scored 33 runs and stole 14 bases. In the field, she made only three errors in 94 total chances.

“Reilly is such a well-rounded great player. She’s a tough out for opponents,” Kinsella said.

COURTNEY SCHOOLCRAFT LOCKPORT

DESHONTE SMITH JOLIET WEST The senior batted .500 with 9 home runs and 34 RBI on the season.

“She’s always putting the ball in play, making the defense work hard to get her out. Striking out only once this season is proof.”

GRETA THOMPSON PLAINFIELD NORTH The Tiger junior was SPC Pitcher of the Year, going 11-1 overall and 6-0 in league play with a 1.71 ERA. She batted .442 with 42 hits, including 12 doubles, a triple and a pair of home runs, while driving in 21.

GRACIE VOULGARIS LOCKPORT Junior was a second-team AllState selection in Class 4A. She batted .448 with a .625 slugging percentage with 50 runs scored and 40 driven in. She hit .448 with 11 doubles and 3 home

runs.

BIANCA VOZENILEK PLAINFIELD EAST The senior pitcher allowed only 85 hits and struck out 219 batters in 130 innings. She posted a 1.55 ERA and a .872 WHIP. At the plate, she batted .370 with 37 hits, including 6 doubles and 5 home runs and drove in 26 runners.

ELENA WOULFE LOCKPORT Senior outfielder batted .491 with a .537 on-base percentage.

She drove in 26 runs and scored 46.

The Drexel University recruit was selected as Buffalo Wild Wings Player of the Month in April.

BUSINESS + REAL ESTATE

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COLUMN >> DAVE SAYS

Insurance claim versus out-of-pocket payment If you turn in the claim, you’re going to experience a rate increase DEAR DAVE, How do you know when you should file an insurance claim on a homeowner’s issue, versus just dealing with it and paying cash?

BEN DEAR BEN, Basically, it’s when you begin to feel the pain financially. Let’s say you have a $1,000 deductible on your homeowner’s policy. If you have an $1,100 issue, just pay the $100 out of pocket and don’t mess with it. But let’s say you have the same deductible and a $2,000 problem. Depending on things like your overall financial situation, the value of the house, and the cost of the insurance policy,

that might just get you to file a claim.

Somehow, lots of people get the idea they can make money on insurance process. You don’t. Insurance companies make money, and consumers pay insurance companies. You don’t make money on insurance in the long-term.

You may have a situation, once in a blue moon, where you come out ahead on a transaction versus what you paid in. But over the scope of your life, you don’t make money on insurance companies.

The point is this: If you turn in the claim, you’re going to experience a rate increase or cancellation somewhere — at some point — that offsets it. I only turn in substantial claims, meaning claims that are far above the deductible.

—DAVE * Dave Ramsey is CEO of Ramsey Solutions. He has authored seven best-sell-

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SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE of 501 Davison Street, Joliet, IL 60435 (Single Family Residence). On the 13th day of July, 2017 to be held at 12:00 noon, at the Will County Courthouse Annex, 57 N. Ottawa Street, Room 201, Joliet, IL 60432, under Case Title: Ditech Financial LLC Plaintiff V. Sandra L. Stachulak Defendant.

Case No. 16 CH 1949 in the Circuit Court of the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, Will County, Illinois.

Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours. No judicial sale 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. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County.

In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1)(H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

For Information Please Contact: Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC One East Wacker Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 P: 1-614-220-5611 F: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published 6/21, 6/28, 7/5

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LEGAL LISTINGS

JOLIET PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT YOU ARE ADVISED THAT THIS LAW FIRM IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. STATE OF ILLINOIS )

) SS. COUNTY OF WILL ) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT WILL COUNTY, ILLINOIS Ditech Financial LLC Plaintiff, vs.

Sandra L. Stachulak Defendant. No. 16 CH 1949 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to a judgment entered in the above cause on the 8th day of May, 2017, MIKE KELLEY, Sheriff of Will County, Illinois, will on Thursday, the 13th day of July, 2017 , commencing at 12:00 o’clock noon, at the Will County Courthouse Annex, 57 N. Ottawa Street, Room 201, Joliet, IL 60432, sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder or bidders the following-described real estate: Parcel I: The East 1/2 of the West 1 acre of the South 4 acres of the North 29 acres of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 10, East of the Third Principal Meridian. excepting therefrom the fee simple condemned in Case No. W 66G-450H, as Tract No. 37-41-36; Parcel II: That part of the West 1/2 of the Southwest 1/4 of Section 13, Township 35 North, Range 10, East of the Third Principal Meridian, described as lying West of the property conveyed by Document No. R7214658, lying North and East of Interstate 80 right of way as defined in Document No. R70-18614 and South of the Southerly right of way of Fifth Avenue extended Easterly, all in Will County, Illinois.

Commonly known as: 501 Davison Street, Joliet, IL 60435 Description of Improvements: Single Family Residence P.I.N.: 30-07-13-308-002-0000 Terms of Sale: ten percent (10%) at the time of sale and the balance within twenty-four (24) hours. No judicial sale 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. All payments shall be made in cash or certified funds payable to the Sheriff of Will County.

In the event the property is a condominium, in accordance with 735 ILCS 5/15-1507(c)(1) (H-1) and (H-2), 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(5), and 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1), you are hereby notified that the purchaser of the unit, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 and the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Pursuant to Local Court Rule 11.03 (J) if there is a surplus following application of the proceeds of sale, then the plaintiff shall send written notice pursuant to 735 ILCS 5/15-1512(d) to all parties to the proceeding advising them of the amount of the surplus and that the surplus will be held until a party obtains a court order for its distribution or, in the absence of an order, until the surplus is forfeited to the State.

FOR INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: Manley Deas Kochalski, LLC One East Wacker Suite 1250 Chicago, IL 60601 P: 1-614-220-5611 F: MIKE KELLEY Plaintiff’s Attorney Sheriff of Will County Published 6/21, 6/28, 7/5

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CALENDAR JUNE 30 Deadline for Joliet East Class of 1977 40th Reunion. Last day for

reservations for Aug. 19 reunion at the Joliet Country Club from 6-11 p.m. $60 per person. To buy tickets simply include your name, address, number attending and contact information and mail it with your check (payable to: Joliet East Class of 1977), to Joliet East Class of 1977, 1147 Brook Forest Avenue #171, Shorewood, IL 60404.

JULY 1 Volunteer Workday. 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at Lockport Prairie Nature Preserve.

Volunteer Workdays provide an opportunity for you to contribute to your community, support your local environment, meet fellow naturelovers, and get some fresh air and exercise. Registration is required call 815.722.7364 or email rgauchat@ fpdwc.org.

Independence Day Celebration. 5-10:30 p.m. at Billie Limacher

Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Join us in celebration of our nation’s birthday. Enjoy music, food, fun and fireworks along the Des Plaines River canal. www.bicentennialpark.org

JULY 6 Nitro Nite. 5-10 p.m. on Chicago

Street, Joliet. Nitro Nite is an exhilarating event that will give you the chance to meet NHRA drivers, enjoy vendors, hot food, LIVE music, and ice-cold beverages. Come to Downtown Joliet to kick-off the Route 66 NHRA Nationals at Route 66 Raceway! Please visit route66raceway.com for more information on weekend festivities at the raceway. jolietdowntown.com/nitro-nite/

Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m.

at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Blues Grass

Night. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www. bicentennialpark.org

JULY 8 Birding By Boat. 9-11 a.m. at

Rock Run Rookery Preserve, Joliet.

Enjoy flat water kayaking through the islands and inlets of Rock Run Rookery Preserve as we listen and look for birds. Travel with naturalists experienced in boating and birding.

All equipment is provided, including life jackets. $10/person Registration is required by July 5, call 815.722.9470.

JULY 13 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m. at

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Veterans Night featuring Bicentennial Pops band.

Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www.bicentennialpark.org

JULY 20 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m.

at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. “Hairspray” musical preview. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www.bicentennialpark.org

JULY 22 Battle of the Bands. 12 p.m. at

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Unsigned bands battle for the title and a chance to perform at a Joliet area festivals. The talent level of these bands is exceptional. www.bicentennialpark.org

JULY 27 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m. at

UPCOMING EVENTS IN YOUR AREA WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2017 | BUGLENEWSPAPERS.COM Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Swing Night with dance contest open to all

Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www. bicentennialpark.org

Reptiles Of The Dunes. 6-7 p.m.

at Braidwood Dunes and Savannah Nature Preserve. Explore the habitat of the six-lined racerunner, learn about some other interesting reptiles and understand just exactly why they have chosen Illinois as their home. Free. Registration required by Wednesday, July 26, call 815.722.9470.

AUGUST 3 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m. at

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Polka Night.

Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www.bicentennialpark.org

AUGUST 5 Kids’ Fishing Derby. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

at Monee Reservoir. Prizes will be awarded in three age categories for the largest fish, smallest fish and most fish caught. Open to ages 5-15, the derby is $5 per person.

AUGUST 10 Bats! Bats!! Bats!!! 6-8:30 p.m. at

Hammel Woods – Route 59 Access, Shorewood. Enjoy an evening outdoors learning all about bats. Drop by and visit several information and activity stations. Bust bat myths. Be creative and build bat bling at the craft table. Befriend a bat during a presentation with live bats. Registration is required by Wednesday, August 9, call 815.722.9470.

Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m.

at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Bicentennial Pops band. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www.bicentennialpark.org

AUGUST 12 Volunteer Workday. 8 a.m.-12 p.m. at Lockport Prairie Nature Preserve.

Our “Volunteer Workdays” provide an opportunity for you to contribute to your community, support your local environment, meet fellow naturelovers, and get some fresh air and exercise. Registration is required by call 815.722.7364 or emailing rgauchat@ fpdwc.org.

Blues & Brews on 66. 12:30-6 p.m.

FREE blues fest that embraces the history of blues in Joliet. VIP craft beer tasting for an additional charge.

This fun-filled night will again feature live entertainment by multiple blues artists, cold brews, and food vendors.

Downtown Joliet along Chicago St. and Van Buren Plaza. www.jolietdowntown.com AUGUST 16 Joliet Iron Works Tour 6-7:30 p.m. at Joliet Iron Works Historic Site.

Local history buffs will enjoy this insightful tour of the blue-collar origins of Joliet. Hear the stories of the men who worked at the site. Discover why Joliet has the nickname “City of Stone and Steel” as you learn about iron and steel production during this fascinating tour. At the Joliet Iron Works Historic Site, a naturalist will guide you through what remains of this once-thriving industrial plant.

Paved walkways are accessible on the 1-mile tour. Registration is required by Tuesday, August 15, call 815.886.1467.

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AUGUST 17 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m.

at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Kids Night.

Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www.bicentennialpark.org

AUGUST 19 Hummingbird Fest and Nature Celebration. 1-5 p.m., at Plum

Creek Nature Center. Thorn Creek Audubon Society will be on site, banding hummingbirds and recording important statistics. Attendees can also adopt a hummingbird, or try their skill at slacklining, tree climbing or cycling on the trail.

AUGUST 24 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Back to School Night. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating. Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www. bicentennialpark.org

AUGUST 31 Concerts on the Hill. 6:30-9 p.m. at Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. Joliet. Joliet Township High School Orchestra. Bring blankets and chairs for hill seating.

Enjoy free parking. Come early to get a spot. Chairs may be rented for $1, while available. www.bicentennialpark.org

SEPTEMBER 13 Joliet Rocks. 12-2 p.m. at The Jacob

Henry Mansion, 20 S Eastern Ave, Joliet. Elvis lives in this musical tribute to the King with Nick Miller & Band.

Ticket and lunch $55; Ticket, lunch and Joliet Area Historical Museum Pass $61.

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