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MAY 22, 2014

Vol. 58 No. 33

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Niles hosted its second annual Bike Niles event over the weekend.

“Ladies and gentlemen, it’s a beautiful day. This is the second year we’re doing this,” said Mayor Andrew Przybylo. “It’s going to be a great ride. I’m going on the middle circuit, so just stay out of my way because I tend to fall.”

>> See ‘Great riDe’ page 8

PHOTO BY ALEX V. HERNANDEZ/STAFF REPORTER

The bike riders warming up before the ride on May 17.

School District 64 demands money from city of Park Ridge District 64 is demanding approximately $600,000 from City of Park Ridge

By Alex HernAndez

staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Park Ridge-Niles School District 64 is demanding approximately $600,000 it says the City of Park Ridge owes it.

“This issue is about as clear-cut as it gets. We have an agreement with the city dating back to 2003, but the city is not living up to it,” said John Heyde on behalf of the Board of Education in a statement dated May 12.

The letter claims Park Ridge officials owe District 64 the money under terms of the 2003 agreement in which the city agreed to share a portion of Uptown Tax Increment Financing revenues with the school district to partially offset the impact of the Uptown TIF on schools.

Specifically, the cost of new students moving into the Uptown TIF area and to allow the district to share in the successful >> sEE distriCt 64 | pAgE 8

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Teen loses clothes after trying to rob a drug dealer with pellet guns 17-year-old reportedly arranged for Corie R. Brissette, 21, of Evanston to deliver pot to 2 teens

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

A Skokie teen lost his clothes after a botched attempt to rob a drug dealer with pellet guns.

Two 16-year olds from Skokie contacted a 17-year old from Skokie May 15 to arrange the purchase of marijuana, police said.

The 17-year old reportedly arranged for Corie R. Brissette, 21, of Evanston to deliver pot to the two teens. Once Brissette

Police were notified of the incident around 4:32 p.m. and charged the teens in the 7300 block of Niles Center Road and arrested Brissette in the 2200 block of Main Street, after an investigation.

The two 16was at the delivery year olds were spot, the two 16-year charged with olds pulled pellet aggravated battery guns on him. and possession of B r i s s e t t e cannabis. Brissette recognized the and the 17-year old weapons as pellet were charged with guns and did not flee. armed robbery and Instead, Brissette delivery of cannabis. reportedly began Brissette was given running at one of the Corie R. Brissette, 21, of Evanston $50,000 bail at a May juveniles and pulled a knife on him, ordering him to 17 bond court hearing. His next court date was May 21 at the remove his clothing.

Brissette reportedly fled the Skokie District Courthouse. scene with the teen’s clothing in hand.

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2 loaded handguns were recovered in the area of the incident, according to the police report

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Local man arrested for Thunderstorms cause pointing handgun at car blackout and leave niles Road.

After police were notified ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com they arrested Houston and @TheAVHernandez charged him with aggravated Skokie police arrested a man assault and unlawful use of who reportedly pointed his weapons. handgun at a moving Two loaded car. handguns were Virgil M. Houston recovered in the area was walking south on of the incident, said 9200 block of Keating the police report.

Avenue on May 13, Houston, of police said. the 9400 block Houston, who of Kenton Ave. in was with a group of Skokie, had his bond three other people, set at $25,000 the Virgil M. houston reportedly pointed a of sKoKiE following day. His next court date is handgun at a person driving his car south on the May 29 at the Skokie District 8200 block of Niles Center Courthouse.

By Alex HernAndez staff reporter

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North deals with bogus bomb threat and student with stun gun

By Alex HernAndez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Niles North High School dealt with a bomb threat and student carrying a stun gun in two separate incidents recently.

Ryan McTague, the school’s principal, sent a letter to parents saying that the school received an anonymous tip at 9:15 a.m. on May 12 that a “specific student” had an explosive device with him at the school.

“We immediately secured the student identified by the caller and conducted a thorough investigation,” said McTague.

School officials then contacted Skokie Police and searched the school for suspicious objects.

“We found nothing to substantiate the threat,” said McTague. “However, throughout the day, we continued to do our due diligence and followed through with heightened security and protocol recommended by the police.”

In another incident on May 7, a Niles North High School, a student was arrested by Skokie police for possession of a stun gun on school property.

The 15-year old student was charged with unlawful use of weapons at the school.

Village dispatched crews to clear debris from drains, put up barricades

By Alex HernAndez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms left Niles with flooded streets, a blackout and Des Plaines River ready to overflow.

Niles Village Manager Steve Vinezeano said a severe storm arrived in the village around 6 p.m. on May 12.

“We received fifteen calls from the police requesting assistance for street flooding,” he said.

He said the northern part of Niles was hit with a little over two and a half inches of rain and the southern with just a little over half an inches of rain.

The village dispatched crews to clear debris from drains and put up barricades until the water receded, which took about three hours, he said.

“Fortunately there we’re no calls for basement flooding,” said Vinezeano.

Niles police Sgt. Robert Tornabene said that the storm began to hit the village pretty hard after 11 p.m. that night. “[We] had some power

COURTESY NILES PD

The North Branch of the Chicago River in Niles the morning of May 13. The water level at the Harts Road Bridge is about 11 feet.

“The northern part of niles was hit with 2.66 inches of rain and the southern with just .55 inches of rain,” he said. “We received 15 calls from the police requesting assistance for street flooding.” outages throughout the village, predominately near Notre Dame and then on the south end of town near Howard and Waukegan,” said Tornabene.

“But power was restored there within two hours.”

That evening he said

Milwaukee Avenue and Greenwood Avenue, Dempster Street and Greenwood Avenue, Milwaukee Avenue and Maryland Street and then the 7600 block of Dempster all experienced flooding.

By the morning of May 13 the village no longer had any street closures due to flooding.

“Everything is running along now,” said Tornabene.

However he did say that the Chicago River at the Harts Road Bridge had risen to 11 feet as of 10:33 a.m.

Meanwhile the National Weather Service extended a flood warning for the Des Plaines River near Des Plaines through the afternoon of May 13. As of 10:51 a.m. the river was currently at 3.7 feet.

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Niles will have a new electricity rate starting in June Referendum was approved to create an opt-out electric aggregation program

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Niles residents can expect a lower electricity rate with Homefield Energy starting June 1.

Last April, residents approved a referendum for the village to create an opt-out municipal electric aggregation program for eligible residential and small business customers (less than 15,000 kWh/year).

Homefield, based out of Collinsville, was initially chosen as the village’s electricity supplier by the village because it provided the lowest rate among four competing providers in an online auction conducted by Niles officials last July.

The original contract was for nine months and is set to expire June 1.

“To continue the program, the Village of Niles conducted an online auction for electric suppliers on April 8,”said a

release from the village. “[The village] determined that Homefield Energy still offered the most competitive rate.”

Because of this, village officials extended the contract with Homefield.

“Customers will begin to be switched over from ComEd to Homefield within 30 to 45 days of June 1,” said the release.

Those who are already enrolled in the municipal aggregation program or do not notify the village they want to opt-out of the program with Homefield will be automatically enrolled in the new contract.

Residents and businesses must notify the village by May 16 that they want to opt-out of the program.

Moving forward, residents using Homefield’s will have a rate of 0.076 cents per kilowatthour (kWh) for 12 billing cycles compared to ComEd’s 0.080 cents per kWh. ComEd will still be responsible for responding to power outages and maintaining the power grid within the village.

Residents will additional questions on this program can contact Homefield at 1-866694-1262.

News Niles

Man arrested for smuggling weapons into Canada Stuart Barry Persky, 49, of Niles, entered the Lansdowne, Ont., border crossing May 2

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

A driver from Niles is facing criminal charges after allegedly smuggling weapons into Canada earlier this month.

Stuart Barry Persky, 49, of Niles, entered the Lansdowne, Ont., border crossing May 2 in a commercial transport truck, said a release from Canada Border Services Agency.

During his initial border check with the CBSA, Persky allegedly failed to declare any firearms or weapons. Soon after, authorities gave Persky’s truck a second look.

Authorities reportedly found two loaded .45-caliber handguns, one can of pepper spray, a machete, a boot knife, a box cutter, multiple ammunition magazines and rounds of ammo in the cab of the truck during the second search.

Persky now faces three counts of smuggling, one count of

COURTESY CBSA

CBSA officers reportedly found two loaded .45-caliber handguns, one can of pepper spray, a machete, a boot knife, a box cutter, multiple ammunition magazines and rounds of ammo in the cab of Stuart Barry Persky’s truck.

making false statements, two counts of unlawful possession of a loaded prohibited firearm, two counts of careless transportation of a firearm and three counts of unauthorized import of a prohibited weapon as well as a violation of the Customs Act. “The CBSA takes its border protection responsibilities very seriously, including the interdiction of prohibited firearms and weapons,” said Lance Markell, a CBSA District Director. “Firearm and weapon

seizures like these serve as a reminder of the important role CBSA officers play in keeping our communities safe.”

According to Canadian law, anyone at a border crossing, including Canadians, must declare all firearms and weapons in their possession when they enter Canada.

Persky will face the charges against him in a Canadian court and is scheduled to appear at the Brockville, Ont., courthouse on June 6 at 9 a.m.

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Rep. Schakowsky visits Wockhardt, applauds the expansion of manufacturing in Illinois Oral Solid facility was created with $14 million capital investment Rep. Jan Schakowsky visited Wockhardt’s Morton Grove facility with a goal in mind: strengthening efforts to revitalize American manufacturing.

Following a presentation of the facility’s history, Representative Schakowsky toured the plant and inaugurated the Oral Solid facility that was created with $14 million capital investment.

The facility is dedicated to the production of affordable,

facility. generic oral solid Wockhardt acquired dose products.

Morton Grove In addition to the P h a r m a c e u t i cals new Oral Solid Dose (MGP) in 2007. facility at Morton Over the past 45 Grove, Wockhardt years, starting from has recently added its roots in India, a new laboratory Wockhardt has for Research & Rep. Jan Development grown to a billion Schakowsky and additional 9th district dollar worldwide laboratory space organization, today spanning 14 countries for Quality Control.

With the recent acquisition of in 5 continents. More than 7,900 9 acres of land adjacent to its employees working in offices, existing facility, Wockhardt is 14 manufacturing facilities, 5 poised to continue its rapid research centers, and hospitals expansion in Morton Grove are completely dedicated to and increase the number of building an important trust in new jobs to the Morton Grove our products.

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Police charge 4 with armed robbery

Niles woman robbed at gunpoint while exiting her garage

By Alex Hernandez staff reporter

ahernandez@buglenewspapers.com @TheAVHernandez

Niles police arrested four suspects in connection to a March 15 armed robbery.

The victim,a 34 year old woman, had just gotten home from work and was parking her vehicle into her garage in the 9000 Block of Churchill Circle about 2:27 a.m, police say.

As she exited the garage she was approached by two people that had their faces partially covered and were both holding handguns.

They demanded her purse and her tote bag at gunpoint, the victim said.

The victim told police the two armed persons then fled the area in a light colored SUV after she had given them what they wanted.

The victim was not injured during the robbery.

“That’s pretty scary,” said 66year old Martin Joseph. He lives on the block where the armed robbery happened.

“It’s surprising because Niles is a relatively safe area,” he said. “So of course it’s pretty disturbing.”

Later the victim would tell police that she thought the people that robbed her at gunpoint had followed her home from work, as she had seen the same SUV they fled in several times on her route home.

After being notified, Niles police gave neighboring law enforcement agencies a description of the SUV. “One of our officers did assist Niles police,” said Cook County Sheriff’s office spokesperson Sophia Ansari.

This assistance came from a Cook County Sheriff’s Police Officer that spotted a vehicle matching the SUV’s description 15 minutes after Niles police issued the alert.

The SUV was then pulled over by the Cook County police officer at Central and Northwest

MUG SHOTS COURTESY NILES PD

Angelo Rodriguez, 20, of Berwyn; Julian Cortez​, 21, of Chicago; Mercedes Alvarez, 22, of Chicago; and Peter Bloodgood, 22, of Berwyn are all facing armed robbery charges (pictured left to right, clockwise).

“That’s pretty scary,” said 66-year old Martin Joseph.

He lives on the block where the armed robbery happened.

“It’s surprising because Niles is a relatively safe area,” he said. “So of course it’s pretty disturbing.”

Highway, Chicago.

As the officer waited for back up, two people climbed out the SUV’s windows and fled on foot.

The initial officer on the scene said he saw a handgun in one of the person’s hands as he ran away.

Meanwhile, the remaining three people in the car were taken into custody as additional Cook County, Chicago and Niles police arrived on the scene.

Inside the vehicle, police reportedly found the items belonging to the victim, including her credit cards and other identification.

While police searched the area for the two suspects that fled, authorities were unable find them, police said.

However the three people inside the SUV, a male driver, another male passenger and female passenger, were taken into custody and transported to the Niles Police Department.

Niles Detectives interviewed them and they reportedly told police they did follow the victim home with the intention of robbing her.

Authorities also allege that they found two loaded handguns inside of the SUV that the Cook County police officer had pulled over.

Investigators then ran the serial numbers of the guns through a database and discovered that both weapons had been reported stolen in a home burglary to Brookfield police.

Through further investigation, police tracked down the possible identities for the two suspects that fled from the SUV on foot. >> see robbery | page 23

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Police Blotter

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The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Morton Grove, Niles, and Park Ridge Police Departments. Appearing in the police blotter does not constitute a finding of guilt, only a court of law can make that determination.

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Hugo Flores, 39, of the 4900 block of W. Cullom, Chicago, was arrested May 10 in the 5600 block of Touhy for two counts of DUI.

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Stephanie S. Richter, 48, of the 8100 block of N. Ozanam, Niles, was arrested May 10 at the intersection of Oakton and Harlem for two counts of DUI.

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Peter J.Arunaben, 47, of the 2000 block of Ash St., Des Plaines, was arrested May 13 in Golf Mill Center for retail theft.

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Malvina A. Hristova, 21, of the 6000 block of N. Elston, Chicago, was arrested May 13 in the 6600 block of Milwaukee for driving with suspended driver’s license.

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Saul Valencia-Bonilla, 40, of the 8900 block of National Ave, Morton Grove, was arrested May 14 in the 8900 block of Dempster for DUI.

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David Mally, 52, of 5800 block of N. West Circle, Chicago, was arrested May 5 at the intersection of Talcott and Crescent for electronic communication device, driving with expired registration and driving without a driver’s license.

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A 16-year old from Park Ridge was arrested May 5 in the 1100 block of S. Dee for possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

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Farhan Ikram, 27, of 1800 block of W. Norwood, Chicago, was arrested May 5 in the 900 block of W. Devon for possession of a controlled substance and possession of cannabis.

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A 16-year old from Niles was arrested May 7 in the 1100 block of S. Dee for battery.

May 13 at the intersection of Waukegan and Beckwith for hit and run.

Rae Cha, 35, of 9300 10 Hong block of Bay Colony, Des Plaines, was arrested May 9 at the intersection of Dempster & Potter for driving with a driver’s license that expired over a year ago and disobeying a traffic control device.

Morataya, 37, of 12 Erik Chicago was arrested May 12 at the intersection of Austin and Oakton for driving without a valid driver’s license.

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Dawn M. Angelilli, 42, Morton Grove was arrested

Ivka Jozic, 56, of Niles was arrested May 8 at the intersection of Beckwith and Oakpark for hit and run.

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Clifton Walton, 24, of Chicago was arrested May 11 at the intersection of Dempster and Austin for possession of cannabis.

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Alex Savic, 41, of Niles was arrested May 9 at the intersection of Dempster and Waukegan for DUI.

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Ramiro Hernandez, 36, of Chicago was arrested May 8 in the 5800 block of Dempster

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for driving without a valid driver’s license.

Raso Mujkovic, 21, of Chicago was arrested May 13 at the intersection of Dempster and Sayre for driving with a suspended driver’s license.

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The Szczepanski Solution

Proposed Niles Tree Ordinance has caused a lot of unnecessary pain and anxiety for the village

The proposed Niles Tree included is a “green energy” Ordinance has caused a lot of option.This allows people to pay unnecessary pain and anxiety. more for so-called green energy Is there a better way, one that sources if they want to. “Give respects individual people the choice, and let liberty, not just on them choose,” should be the this issue, but as overall goal. Governments an overall village exist to protect and support philosophy? individual liberty, of which At a recent public private property and the meeting on the issue, ability to choose are critical Jerry Szczepanski components. suggested that the another perspeCtiVe One of the unstated goals village simply act as morgAn duBiEL of the Tree Ordinance is an “adviser” on this to improve Niles property issue. It certainly beats having values. Do you do that by our village as an adversary. restricting or respecting Furthermore, it has the support private property rights? Simply of Chris Zalinski, a member compare rich countries with of the Committee. Mr. Zalinski poor countries, and you’ll see indicated that the village that rich countries have very could act as a “consultant” strong private property rights, that residents could contact while in the poorest countries, the village with questions or you have limited or no private concerns about trees.This shows property rights. that pro-liberty positions work, The Environmental Practices allowing government to advise Committee was formed in 2007, and citizens to choose. but what if it was formed in 1899 The village’s electricity when Niles was incorporated aggregation initiative shows and 500 people lived here? that government can make One could imagine that Niles recommendations and still would still be farmland with maintain liberty for everyone. 500 people. All the growth over We now have more choices for the last 114 years would have the cost of electric power. Also been deemed not “sustainable”

niles made it without forcing its citizens to bow down to the latest environmental fad.

Shall we ban plastic bags next and go back to cutting down trees for paper?

and against “environmental best practices” and stopped.

Yet, the history of Niles proves that belief utterly and completely wrong. Niles made it without forcing its citizens to bow down to the latest environmental fad.

Shall we ban plastic bags next and go back to cutting down trees for paper?

Compare that with the Village’s initiative on electricity aggregation. The Village makes a suggestion and you get to choose. As a people who have prized their independence and freedom to choose, Niles-ites should be grateful for this choice.

They should also fully resist the efforts being made to leech away private property rights bit by bit. If we want an ordinance that residents can feel positive about, simply remove any reference to private property. Get the Tree City designation without stepping on your neighbor’s rights and we can all win.

letter to the eDitor

Trustee LoVerde’s position on video gambling Many politicians say what people want to hear, get elected and do the exact opposite This is in response to the emails, in 2011and stand by it today. If phone calls, and visits to my you disagree with my position home and the most recent article there will be an election coming published in my church up reasonably soon and bulletin on Mother’s you the citizens of Niles Day Sunday, regarding will have the right to video gambling in Niles. express your support or I voted as a Trustee disappointment with my against video gambling decision on Election Day. My reasons against video in 2010. I ran for office gambling haven’t changed in 2011 and stated, and back then or now but in I quote; “I will oppose Joe loVerde niLEs TrusTEE fact have grown stronger. future attempts to lift the I have heard from an ban on video gambling overwhelming number of citizens in Niles if the issue comes back to who are against video gambling the village board for a vote.”

Many politicians say what and I have pledged to support people want to hear, get elected their request to cast a NO vote for and do the exact opposite. I gave video gambling.

I can’t tell you the outcome of you my word during my campaign

I have heard from an overwhelming number of citizens who are against video gambling and I have pledged to support their request to cast a no vote for video gambling. this issue but what I can say is; regardless of what side of the issue you took I appreciated hearing from you.

I continue to encourage all citizens of Niles to contact your elected officials and voice your concerns regarding this important issue, whether you are for or against video gambling.

Respectfully, Joe LoVerde Niles Village Trustee

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PHOTO BY ALEX V. HERNANDEZ/STAFF REPORTER

(TOP) The bike riders warming up before the ride on May 17. (RIGHT) Andrew Przybylo addressing the bike riders May 17.

>> great ride, from page 1 The free event began at Culver School on May 17 and featured three different bike courses for riders of all ages and experience levels.

The longest course was the Bike Niles one, which covered about 10 miles.

Additionally the event also included entertainment from Extreme Biker, Matt Wilhelm,

>> district 64, from page 1 redevelopment of the area.

On Feb. 11 of last year, the city hired Kane, McKenna and Associates, Inc. to review the Uptown TIF situation. Their final report said the city’s TIF obligations would be $20 million more than the revenue generated by the Uptown TIF tax revenues. And in a letter to District 64 dated April 7, the city said it needed more documentation from the district to clarify issues it was having with data regarding student enrollment.

District officials say the city had been making annual payments over the past 11 years, but has not made any payments since last December.

“This agreement was made in good faith and has been honored by the city for 11 years. You can’t rewrite history just because it no longer suits you,” said Heyde. He’s served

raffle prizes, Ronald McDonald, Snoopy and the Night of Roses scholarship presentation.

The event’s inception can be traced back to the Niles Environmental Action Plan that the Chicago Metropolitan Agency for Planning helped the village create.

The plan is expected to create more pedestrian and bicycle friendly streets in Niles over the next few years.

“I think [the action plan] is a great idea for many reasons,” said Nicholas Aguilera.

He was at the event with his son.

And avid cyclist who’s lived in the village for about five years, he said he liked the initiative the village was taking to make the streets friendlier to bike traffic.

on the District’s Community Finance Committee in the years immediately after the 2003 TIF agreement was signed.

Heyde said that the school district’s budget depends on the money owed, and that withholding payments was “unacceptable.”

“Without it, we’ll have fewer resources to provide a high-quality education while honoring our obligations to the taxpayers to not seek a referendum for at least several more years,” said Heyde.

The unpaid TIF money was factored into the school system’s budget for the current fiscal year ending on June 30 and could force District 64 to consider future program cuts and increased class sizes, said the statement.

Board of Education President Anthony H. Borrelli said May 12 that the entire board is unified in its demand that the Park Ridge pay District 64 the money

it’s owed by May 28 or face potential legal action.

The district had previously sent out a letter, dated Feb. 27, asking for an update from the city on the payment status of the funds.

Borrelli even met with Park Ridge Alderman Dan Knight at a Whole Foods back in March to discuss the matter. “[Knight] stated that the current city goal is simply to make certain that any payments be made with accurate data,” said Borrelli in a March 15 email to District 64 attorney, and former school board member, Dean Krone. “I agree that any payments should be paid on accurate data. However, not only should this process have begun several years ago, it should have commenced months ago when they realized that this is the road they want to travel.”

In the email, Borrelli also said Knight told him the city may come back to the district in

the future to renegotiate the agreement to possibly lengthen the payment schedule so as to decrease the yearly payments.

“I personally do not have a problem with that as long as the total payment is not reduced,” said Borrelli to Krone in the email.

Knight later told City Manager Shawn Hamilton in a separate email exchange on March 17 that he made it clear to Borrelli that the city’s goal was to make sure District 64 and all of the other taxing bodies were being paid accurately.

“While [Borrelli] appreciated what we were trying to accomplish, it is/was hard to argue with him that all of this is happening later that is [sic] should have,” said Knight.

Hamilton then sent a letter to Phillip Bender, superintendent for District 64, on March 13 where he said the delay was due in part to the city experiencing data issues regarding the new

student and new property calculations.

“By our auditing data, it appears that the city has been invoiced for new students after they have left the district,” said Hamilton in the letter. “Some data records have students in the same grades for multiple years.”

Hamilton and other city officials eventually met with Bender and other District 64 officials on April 9 and gave them a summary outlining the issues the city had with the district’s data. At that meeting District 64 officials were also told the originally projection of $73 million of new property taxes the Uptown TIF was supposed to create never materialized.

The city now expects to get a 45.7 percent reduction of that original amount.

The Bugle reached out to Hamilton for comment, but he could not be reached at press time.

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INSIDE: Slowek, Cattau head to state track for third time, page 12; Sectionals next for Wolves, Hawks tennis, page 13

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Niles West’s Jamiyankhuu shines at state meet

By Mark Gregory sports reporter

mark@buglenewspapers.com @Hear_The_Beard

During the all-around portion of the IHSA state boys gymnastics meet Friday at Hinsdale Central High School, Niles West sophomore Nomondalai Jamiyankhuu admittedly did not have the performance he was hoping for.

Three falls left him sixth overall with a score of 52.55, behind four seniors and a junior, by many standards a satisfactory accomplishment.

Not for Jamiyankhuu, as he set out to better himself during the individual performance Saturday.

And better himself he did.

Jamiyankhuu joined Wheaton Co-Op’ David MacDonald as the only gymnasts in the field to earn a medal by placing fifth or higher in all six disciplines.

Jamiyankhuu topped off the meet by winning the state title in the horizontal bar with a score of 9.2. He was the lone gymnast in preliminaries or finals to earn a score better than nine.

“I planned to get first on horizontal bar and I did and I am very happy with that,” Jamiyankhuu said. “Last night was good, but I knew I could improve on it and I came back with determination and I did what I did.”

He is the first gymnastics state champion for Niles West since Matt Samuelson won the pommel horse in 1982 and is the third Wolves gymnast to take the state title in the horizontal bar.

Bart Conner won in 1975 and Darrel Kerbel claimed the title in 1977.

Jamiyankhuu earned the first male individual state title since 2001 when Louie Torres win the 100-meter breaststroke at the state swimming and diving

meet.

“Today was a good day,” he said.“I am really happy. My name will be up there forever.”

“His name will be there forever and he is going to have one of the longest names up there too,” joked Niles West gymnastics coach Adrian Batista.

To go along with his state title, Jamiyankhuu placed second in the floor exercise with a score of 9.4, finishing behind MacDonald who had a 9.5. Jamiyankhuu was also second on the pommel horse with a 9.35 (Ethan Sansone, Wheaton Co-Op, 9.6). He tied for another second-place finish in the parallel bars with Elgin’s Steve Merena, each scoring a 9.25 (MacDonald, 9.45).

In the vault, Jamiyankhuu placed third with a 9.6, while MacDonald and Perry Zumbrook of Glenbard West tied for first with a 9.75. Jamiyankhuu then placed fourth in the still rings, as he and Connor Ritchie of Wheaton Co-op each scored an 8.85, MacDonald again won the event with a 9.2.

Batista was happy to see Jamiyankhuu do well Saturday after not performing up to his standards Friday.

“Friday was for the team and Saturday was for him,” Batista said. “He helped the team get the fifth place on Friday and Saturday afternoon was all about him advancing to finals and Saturday night was to show off a little bit.”

As a team, the Wolves tallied 148.6 points, finishing in fifth place, two spots away from a state trophy. Wheaton Co-Op won the meet with 161.55, while Stevenson (153.7), Lyons (152.65) and Glenbard West (151.9) rounded out the top four. >> see STATE | page 15

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Nomondalai Jamiyankhuu won the state championship in the horizontal bars for Niles West Saturday.

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Slowek, Cattau head to state for third time By mike sandrolini For the bugle

mike@buglenewspapers.com @voyagersport

Maine East’s Elanta Slowek and Oliva Cattau of Maine South are hoping their third time downstate is, indeed, a charm.

The seniors seek to place in their respective events at this weekend’s Class 3A girls state meet in Charleston. Slowek won both the high jump and discus during last week’s Niles West sectional, and Cattau took the 300-meter low hurdles title.

Both competitors will be joined at state by some new faces— three, to be exact, from Niles West: junior Christine Mujica in the 1,600, senior Tiffany Bugara in the pole vault and sophomore Jazmin Rafanan in the 300 low hurdles.

MAINE EAST Slowek qualified for the third consecutive season in her signature event, the high jump, leaping to a winning height of 5-feet, 3-inches. She hit a personal best 5-5 at the CSL North championships, and believes going 5-6 at state is within reach.

“If I rest my body and just focus on my technique, then I think 5-6 even is a very strong possibility,” she said. “My main goal is to medal somehow, just to rest this week and don’t worry about it. I’ve been through this before and just PR, really.”

Last spring, Slowek competed in the discus for the first time with three weeks to go in the season and ended up qualifying for state.

With a year of experience in the discus now under her belt, Slowek—a starting guard for Maine East’s CSL North championship basketball team this past winter—breezed to the sectional discus title, registering a toss of 119-feet, 5-inches and topping her nearest competitor by nearly nine feet.

Maine East coach Nancy Lirette marvels at Slowek’s mental toughness and her being a workout warrior.

“She’s a different kid this year than she was last year,” Lirette said. “Much more positive, much more confident. Earlier today at the discus her first few throws were not very good, and she was able to pull herself out of it and start throwing a little bit better.

“I sent her to two camps last summer—one a high jump camp

out at Harper College and to the U of I camp at Champaign. She was able to do three or four different events down there.That really helped her, and she just started working out, lifting, doing all sorts of aerobic stuff; she just loves to work out so that really helped her overall strength and her hops.”

MAINE SOUTH Although Cattau had qualified for state in the hurdles events each of the previous two years, this weekend marks the first time she’ll line up at state in the 300 lows since her sophomore year.

Last year, she made it in the 100 highs, but not the 300 lows.

Cattau is coming off a PR in the 300 lows (46.33 seconds) that she set en route to winning the CSL South championship, and while she won the sectional race in 46.84 seconds, the chillierthan-normal temperatures at sectionals weren’t ideal.

“I felt really good (at conference),” Cattau said. “Today was really cold and weird, but that’s OK. I really want to make finals (at state). This is the first time I’m really focused on making finals. I’m just super excited.”

“She ran really fast last week (at conference) so if she goes into the 45-second range (at state), a little bit faster than last week, then she’s definitely in the mix for possibly qualifying in the finals,” added Maine South coach Jeff Downing.

Cattau is the Hawks’ only representative at state this time around. Downing opted to pull sophomores Julia Sirvinskas and Kalina Gardiner out of individual events and team them up with Cattau and senior Kristina Grandi in the 4x400 relay to get a relay team to Charleston. However, the Hawk squad finished fourth.

“We came up a little short;we’ve kind of seen that throughout the year,” Downing said.“We thought we could put it together and hopefully have a little more luck, but a couple of teams dropped a little more time than we did and that’s how it ended up.”

The brilliant career of senior distance runner Emily Leonard came to an end at sectionals. A four-time cross country all-stater who also had qualified for state each of the previous three years in the 3,200, Leonard has been battling an injury to her hip muscle the past two weeks. She gutted out a third-place finish

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Megan Lemersal, Cailin Eckhart (middle) and Emma Ropski are among Maine South’s leading runners this season.

in the 3,200, but her time was 20 seconds off the qualifying standard.

“She’s had some real problems

with her hip,” Downing said of Leonard, who’ll continue running collegiately at Dayton.“She could have easily said,‘You know what?

The pain is too much.’ But she tried it and you could tell she >> see THIRD | page 15

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Sectionals next for Hawks, Wolves tennis squads By mike sandrolini For the bugle

mike@buglenewspapers.com @voyagersport

The CSL South boys tennis meet was pushed back to Saturday morning after a steady rain Friday drenched the courts at Maine South.

After all was said and done on a dry and sunny Saturday, New Trier basked in the sunshine of the team title, collecting 39 points. Runner-up Glenbrook South garnered 26 points and Evanston 22. Maine South and Niles West tied for fourth with 13 points each.

But the Wolves and Hawks remain optimistic they can get a player or two through their respective sectionals this weekend and into the state tourney, which takes place Thursday to Saturday, May 29-31, at Hersey High School.

For the second straight year, Maine South will be at the Oak Park-River Forest sectional, while the Wolves are at the New Trier sectional, facing off once again with the CSL South champs and Loyola Academy, another tough team.

NILES WEST One Niles West player who stands a good chance to make his first appearance at state is junior No. 1 Jesse Sacks, who brought a 16-5 record into the title match against New Trier’s Scott Bickel.

Bickel, a state qualifier last year, handed Sacks his first conference defeat of the year, yet Sacks may very well be in the hunt to lock up a top four finish at New Trier.

Sacks noted that Loyola’s top player, as well as some New Trier players, possibly will be opting out of sectionals to concentrate on some USTA tourneys.

“That can only help me,” said Sacks, who advanced to the CSL South title match for the first time in his career.“It’s really nice to get to the finals and be allconference.”

But Sacks is bringing his “A” game, regardless of who shows up this weekend.

“I’ve been working to get stronger and put more balls away, put more pressure (on opponents),” he said. “I can definitely step it up. My goal is to qualify for state and definitely get a top four seed.”

“He’s had a great season,” said >> see TENNIS | page 14

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Peter Bruno is the No. 1 singles player for Maine South.

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O’Hara, Hader, Gargovic shine at conference track Notre Dame notched 67 points at the ESCC track championships May 15 in Chicago, good for fourth place.

Tim O’Hara motored to conference titles in both the 100 (11.26 seconds) and 200 (23.18), Dan Thorrens placed second in the 300 low hurdles, Quatre Coats was second in both the discus and shot put, Joe Hilger finished third in the 110 high hurdles, and Ken Szyszka took third in the discus.

CSL South championships: Maine South’s John Hader clocked in at 10.95 seconds to win the 100-meter dash, and also secured the 200 title in 22.20 at the CSL South meet, which took place on May 16.

Meanwhile, Henry Mierzswa won the 1,600 in 4:22.16, Jack Carpenter finished second in the 3,200, Alex Jasper was second in the pole vault and third in the long jump, John Bargo and Gus Post grabbed second and third, respectively, in the shot put, and Kenny Martens was third in the discus.

For NilesWest,Dennis Gargovic was a double champion in the field events. He went 53-6 for the shot put title, and won the discus in 163-5. Isaac Reinemann went 13 feet to win the pole vault, Christo Cadet (45-8) won the triple jump, Brandon Costantino took second in the 100 and 200, Quran Spillman finished second in the long jump, Matt Henry was third in the 300 low hurdles,

>> TENNIS, FROM PAGE 13 Niles West coach Andrew Suarez.

“He’s doing well and hoping that he’ll do well in sectionals.”

Last week, Suarez had to replace one-half of his No. 1 doubles team, sophomore Aleksa Tubic, after Tubic came down with an undisclosed illness.

“It got worse for three days,” Suarez said. “The doctor didn’t let him play. He’s recovering but not able to compete.”

Dan Weiss, a sophomore, took over for Tubic and was paired with senior Persy Cabal.The duo finished fourth on Saturday.

“They’ve played in four or five

Jeremiah Mall finished third in the high jump, and Ben Henry took third in the triple jump.

CSL North championships: At the May 16 CSL North championships, Maine East’s Christian Lopez leaped 20-9 ½ to take the long jump crown.

Javed Lukovic won the shot put (137-6), while Lukovic and Nick Pavlovic went two-three in the shot put.

BASEBALL Notre Dame’s Matt Segovia (double) drove in the go-ahead run in the eighth inning to break a 1-1 tie and defeat St. Viator, 2-1, on May 13.Tommy Simon finished with two hits, and Patrick Dillon picked up the mound victory in relief.

St. Viator came back the next day to defeat the Dons, 5-4, getting all its runs in the first three innings. Simon went 3-for4 with an RBI, while Boehmer (double), Matt Segovia and Joe Rimac had two hits apiece.

Nazareth nipped the Dons, 3-2, on Saturday in the first game of a doubleheader. Michael Ferri had two hits, and Ian Steigerwald knocked in a run. Scott Kutchke pitched well for the Dons, shutting out Nazareth through the first four innings.

The Dons, however, took Game 2, 8-6. Nick Wasilyw was the winning pitcher in relief; Segovia tripled and drove in three runs, while Boehmer added three RBIs and two hits to lead the offense.

matches this season so they’re somewhat used to each other,” Suarez said.

No.2 singles player,sophomore Michael Yim, also finished fourth, while Danny Yang plays No. 3 singles.The Wolves’ No. 2 doubles team features senior Jay Elengical and junior Ben Medic.

MAINE SOUTH Coach Greg Young said he’s confident the Hawks “should qualify somebody for state” this weekend after sending two singles players out of the OPRF sectional last spring: Dragan Trivanovic and Patrick Daleidon, each of whom has graduated.

Michael Ferri had two hits, and Norton and Rimac each had an RBI. Niles West’s losing skid reached five games after the Wolves were victimized by a no-hitter and 6-0 shutout by Glenbrook South on May 13.

Maine East at Niles West: The Wolves overcame a 3-1 deficit on Saturday by scoring three runs in the bottom of the seventh to win, 4-3.Winning pitcher Cody Pazik rang up 12 strikeouts, and Michael Gunartt had two RBIs and drove in the winning run. Matt Delavega (two RBIs, double), Kevin Lochner and Tommy Toledo each had three hits.

Lorenzo Pacheno had a double and RBI for the Demons, and Dylan Kuffell added two hits.

Maine East was throttled

by Deerfield, 14-0, in a CSL North game May 13. Will Heins collected one of two Demon hits on the day, a double.

Maine South (19-5) inched closer to another 20-victory season after beating Highland Park 16-8 on Saturday.The Hawks snapped an 8-8 tie by putting up eight runs in the bottom of the fifth. Caleb deMarigny led a 17-hit attack with a double, two singles and five RBIs, Bobby Pennington added two doubles, a single and three RBIs, Gehrig Parker also had two doubles and a single, and Steve Sakowicz banged out a double and two singles.

Pennington was handed his

first loss of the year on the mound as New Trier dealt the Hawks a 3-0 loss May 14. He struck out eight and didn’t allow a walk in a complete-game effort. deMarigny doubled for the Hawks.

They were the school’s first state qualifiers in 13 years.

That someone could be senior No. 1 Peter Bruno, who placed fourth over the weekend.

“I’m looking forward to the opportunity for the guys; they’ve been playing hard,” Young said.

“Pete has been playing good tennis; I think he can qualify and then it kind of depends on who plays second singles, who plays doubles.”

Junior Andrew Lazara has been competing at No. 2 singles, and junior Dominik Spalinski plays at No. 3. Spalinski earned runner-up at No. 3 at the conference meet. “(The) Oak Park (sectional)

was really good (last year), and this year is going to be good but not as deep,” Young said. “We finished fifth in our conference last year and second at sectional so it shows you how strong our conference is. I feel like going into the sectional this year, we still have a legitimate chance to qualify possibly two singles or a singles and a doubles team.”

Seniors Peter Demke and Brian Johnson are Maine South’s No. 1 doubles team. Competing at No. 2 doubles are seniors Ryan Curry and Richard Minarik.The Hawks’ No. 3 doubles team of Connor Mullane and Frank Lally, along with their No. 4 doubles team,

SOFTBALL Niles West and Waukegan battled to a 2-2 tie on May 13 after 10 complete innings. Maya Caballero entered the game in the third inning and pitched eight innings, striking out nine.

Atorena Michael doubled and singled and had an RBI, while Shannon McHugh doubled and drove in a run. Tatiyana Rodriguez and Taylor Genis each had two hits.

The Wolves crushed Northside College Prep, 12-2, on Saturday in the inaugural Steve Ramseyer Softball Tournament as Payton Genis and Caballero combined to limit NSCP to three hits.

Caballero (three hits), McHugh and Michael (three hits) each smacked home runs. Caballero (three RBIs) and Valerie Sherman (two hits) also doubled.

Niles West also played Antioch on Saturday, surrendering a 5-0 lead and losing 7-6. Rodriguez had three hits, including a triple, and an RBI, Alyssa Falcone finished with a double and two RBIs, Taylor Genis singled twice with an RBI, while Michael and Caballero (RBI) had two hits apiece.

The Wolves were shut out 8-0

by Montini in the third place

game.

Resurrection won its GCAC tourney opener May 13, edging Loyola 6-5. Yenessa Meneses picked up the win and struck out eight. Rachel O’Donnell drove in two runs with two hits.

Liz Jimenez was cited for his defensive effort in center field.

BOYS VOLLEYBALL Maine East prepared for its May 14 showdown with CSL North leading Glenbrook North May 12 by defeating Niles North 25-23, 25-10. Leonard David totaled 18 assists and six digs for the Demons.

The Demons were handed a 26-24, 25-15 loss by Glenbrook North, which gave the Spartans the CSL North title on May 14.

Niles West took care of Waukegan on May 13, 25-20, 2515. Zach Gelfand led the Wolves with six kills, and Jordan Moy added 11 assists.

Notre Dame was a 25-17, 25-21 winner against Marian Catholic on May 14. Ryan Roycroft and Steve Lendy each tallied eight kills, Jacob Lendy recorded 13 assists while Will Walsh had 11.

Nathan Krogstad netted nine digs.

GIRLS SOCCER Maine South got two goals from Lexi Kiotis, and single goals from Gabby Pinto, Jackie Viola and Claudia Wine, to beat Maine West, 5-1, on May 13. Emily O’Grady had seven saves.

Brian Gentile and Tom Deeter, each placed fourth on Saturday.

“We’ve really seen improvement this year collectively as a team,”Young said.

“We’re not super strong at the top, but we’re deep.There’s not a whole lot of difference between second singles and third singles, for example, and there’s not a lot of difference between third and fourth doubles.

“We might not do as well at first singles and first doubles against the big powerhouses, but we tend to do pretty well (overall) because we have pretty good talent and we’re deep as a team.”

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>> third, from pAgE 12 was in a lot of pain. She showed a lot of character.”

NILES WEST Rafanan was the beneficiary of a tough break for Glenbrook junior Shannon Carroll, who had second place virtually locked up near the finish, but tripped over the final hurdle in the 300 lows and scrambled to get back on her feet. Rafanan, instead, took

>> state, from pAgE 11 “Going top five as a team is huge. There are some awesome teams out here,” Batista said.

“Wheaton is amazing and Lyons is awesome and it was cool to come out and play. I am excited for the kids, they did a lot of hard work and deserve all they got. We have a lot of natural talent and a lot of kids who have worked hard since day one. It is old school gymnastics. We built it from home. With Dalai coming in with his talent really helped.

This is great for the young kids on the team to see that we are in the top five in the state and that makes them want to work to get back here and be one of those top three teams with a trophy.”

“This weekend was good, we made it to state as a team for the first time in 29 years was a big accomplishment and I really enjoyed it,” Jamiyankhuu said.

“Hopefully next year we can get third or better.”

No one in the Wolves program wants to stop at this point.

“We have a great gym that they built us a few years ago and

Christian Smith, Joliet Central Richard Bryza, Plainfield North Johnathan Kruppe, Benet John Kelly, Westmont Hits Jovany Urbieta, Plainfield East Nick Dalesandro, JCA Charlie Donovan, Westmont Tommy Franczak, Westmont Matt Welch, Plainfield North Chris Whelan, Benet Cody Grosse, Joliet West Thomas Norton, Notre Dame Mitch Boe, JCA Rylan Bannon, JCA Aaron Markley, JCA Greg Pietrzak, Westmont Bryan VanDuser, Plainfield North Kyle Strepek, Plainfield North Richard Bryza, Plainfield North Zack Thomas, Joliet West

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second in 48.79 while Carroll ended up fourth.

However, as Niles West coach Mark Medland pointed out afterward, falls are part of the race, and it’s something for which runners must prepare.

“You hate to see someone hit a hurdle and take a fall, but that’s why it’s important to learn that you must complete the race, regardless of where you’re at,” he said. “I wouldn’t wish that experience on anyone; at the

same time, Jazman continued to run and therefore qualified.”

Rafanan didn’t run track last year, and she is being accompanied at state by Bugara, who isn’t a novice to track, but took up a new event this year— the pole vault—after missing the past two seasons with stress fractures as a 400-meter runner.

Bugara vaulted 9-6 to finish second.

“This year we said, ‘OK, let’s not look at the 400. Let’s try the

pole vault,’ ” Medland said. “And so this is her first year vaulting.

She’s a senior, and what a way for her to come back into track and field.”

Mujica ran against a tough 1,600 field and took fourth, but her time of 5:14.13 came in under the state cut by just onetenth of a second. She was a firsttime cross country state qualifier last fall, and is going to the state track meet for the first time, as well.

“I haven’t had the best meets,” Mujica said.“The last three meets were pretty iffy. I felt like I hit a wall all of a sudden, right after our home invite (April 17). It (sectional race) was pretty brutal, to be honest, but it was all worth it in the end.”

“Christine’s just a great kid who deserves to be downstate,” Medland said. “She’s only a junior, so hopefully she comes back next year (and qualifies again).”

I want to keep that Niles West tradition,” Batista said. “We have been great for years, I want to be awesome.We want to be stronger and stronger and get some of these trophies that some of the top programs have.”

During the all-around, Jamiyankhuu totaled a 52.55.

MacDonald won the all-around with a 56.1, while Sansone (54.2), Chris Rediehs of Lyons (53.4), Zack Gilbert of Stevenson (53.3) and Alex Pong of Libertyville (53.1) rounded out the top five.

In his events, Jamiyankhuu scored a 9.3 on the floor, an 8.55 on pommel horse, a 7.9 on still rings, a 9.15 on vault, an 8.75 on parallel bars and an 8.9 on horizontal bar for an average score of 8.7583.

“He took three falls in the allaround and ended up getting sixth, but he got a feel for the equipment and he knew what was at stake (Saturday) and made up for it,” Batista said.“The sky is the limit for him. Right now we want to enjoy this. We want the whole school to know about this and get it in the news and let everyone know what he did.

We will celebrate this for a little while and then worry about next year.”

Jamiyankhuu was not the only Niles West gymnast to have success over the weekend, as two others advanced to the finals on Saturday.

Timmy La finished tied for 11th in the pommel horse with a score of 8.05, while David Thai was eighth in the still rings with an 8.6.

Thai said he saved his best performance of the season for the state meet.

“I had the bet routine I have ever had in my gymnastics career to get to the finals,” he said.

Even the Niles West gymnasts that were not performing enjoyed themselves and helped their teammates, as the Wolves easily had the loudest cheering section in the Hinsdale Central gym, something they pride themselves on.

“We wanted to make them feel comfortable on the equipment and the best way to do that is to be like we would at any dual meet and we are a loud team,” Batista said. “We cheer and we

support. The college teams do it and we saw that and we have been doing it for years. That calms them down. When it is silent in here, it is hard to do a routine, but when you have your teammates yelling and screaming for you, it helps you out. We feel the energy from them.”

“There is a lot of support coming from teammates and when you hear them, you get more pumped and you want to do it,” Jamiyankhuu said.“It gives me confidence that I can do it.”

six in a tough meet. If we didn’t have such a great team, I’m not sure I would have got this.”

COACH HONORED Right before the meet got started, Batista was presented with the 2014 Gymnastics Coach of the Year award. It was voted on by the coaches in the IHSA. “I won the CSL coach of the year and then all the coaches that won conference coach of the year went up again and I won,” Batista said.“I am definitely proud of this. I think me and the coaching staff and the gymnasts, we earned this. We did it the hard way and we ended up top five in the state, we had a champ on high bar, he ended up six for

HALL OF FAMER Rounding out the weekend, former Niles West coach Steve Foerch was inducted into the Illinois High School Gymnastics Coaches Association Hall of Fame.

A gymnast for HomewoodFlossmoor and the University of Kansas, Foerch coached at Rich South High School before going to Niles West in 1988 where he was head gymnastics coach for 20 years. While with the Woves, he coached more than 30 state qualifiers and was named conference coach of the year 11 times. He served as President of the IHSGCA and was selected to coach the National High School Gymnastics Team in 2008.

Foerch is Niles West’s fourth Gymnastics Hall of Famer, following behind coach John Burkel, Olympic gymnast Bart Conner, and coach Pam Foerch, Steve’s wife. Foerch joins his father and two brothers in the Gymnastics Hall of Fame.

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TOP 10 of the week

Several Illinois high school products are getting a chance to make NFL rosters, here are Mark’s top 10 NFL players from Illinois high schools.

tWeetS oF the Week Cody Carter @C_Cart32 Pretty cool seeing Lindsey Doyle make number 1 on SportsCenter top plays! #MinookaAlum #UM Chris eMMa @CeMMasCout Sources: Northwestern the most likely destination for USC transfer, former 5-Star RB Ty Isaac. Notre Dame, Illinois are strong options, too.

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Joliet slaMMers @JolietslaMMer Again, #Slammers win 5-4 and have now won 3 in a row to open up the 2014 season.

pga tour @pgatour When he woke up this morning, Adam Scott was ranked No. 1 in the world for the first time in his career.

Mark gregory @hear_the_Beard Niles W soph Dalai Jamiyankhuu wins 6 #IHSA gymnastic medals including a state title in Horiz Bar

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Paul Engo III BASKETBALL

Favorite social media outlet that you use?

Instagram How often do you use social media?

I use it every day.

What do you use social media for?

I use it for entertainment.

Who is your favorite pro athlete? Why? Female models, because they’re attractive.

Have you ever tweeted a famous person?

Did they respond?

No, I haven’t.

Your most memorable sports moment?

My most memorable moment is dunking off an alley-oop.

BusiNess

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By supporting your local businesses, you help to make your community strong. Help the economy in your town with tax revenue and jobs.

Many of these business owners live here and are invested in the area.

These business profiles will reconnect you to your favorite local businesses or introduce you for the first time.

Find products or services you may not have known were available right here.

Whether you’ve known them for years or you’re new in town, check out these business profiles in Niles!

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Business & Real Estate

computer tech

Stuff to stay away from on the web Avoid these junkware heavy websites

there),a bible quotation and bible trivia site. It still is bible trivia, but to use it you are required to download their “app” to play.

MindSpark.com When you do, a whole bunch of If there ever was a junk software company I wish would just go away, these guys would and pop-ups ride be on the top of my list. in along with it, MindSpark’s special talent and it also installs is buying up bankrupt web the Ask toolbar. companies with familiar john becker Note that this all names and converting computer tech happens without them to their junkware and your permission, malware distribution scheme. unless you read the fine print.

The Ask toolbar interposes Remember the “Excite” web itself between you and any other service? How about Ask.com or search engine and re-directs AskJeeves search engines? Or your searches to MindSpark the MyWay search engine? They advertisers, or to even more all were at one time legitimate junk software sites.

If you try to companies, but they went under. go back to Google, the redirect Most egregious example: www. still operates, and you will not bibletriviatime.com (don’t go

get a Google result – you get a MindSpark result. Here is a link to a list of their websites. You can look, but don’t click any icons or install anything.

MindSpark: www.mindspark. com/featured_products.php

Conduit.com Like MindSpark.com, this is a smaller but no less annoying web operator. Molded in the same vein as MindSpark, these clowns also are in the business of buying up bankrupt or abandoned web sites, and re-forming them into their spyware/junkware/Trojan horse software and ad pop-up distribution scheme. When you hit one of their sites, you are badgered with pop-ups that proclaim all sorts of problems on your PC, or free weather

apps, or whatever. All junk.

Conduit is perhaps a bit more direct in their approach if you unfortunately become infected. They have no qualms about removing your entire websearch settings, replacing everything including toolbars and your home page with their junk software and their homepage. It’s almost as if they want to get in your face and taunt you about how they have taken over. Fortunately, it is not destructive like a virus, but no less aggravating to remove.

As you may have guessed by now, these “Free” sites have one thing in common: “Free” is not really free; both come with some pretty annoying and intrusive strings attached. I recommend you steer clear of these sites and others like them.

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Niles Senior Center For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, please check the Naturally Active Program Guides or call the Niles Senior Center at 588-8420.

Information about the Niles Senior Center can be found on the Village of Niles Website at www.vniles.com. Click on “Departments” (upper left), and then Click on “Senior” You can now see what’s new at the Senior Center.

Advanced registration is required for programs.

For a detailed description of programs & activities or to ask about membership or registration requirements, call the Niles Senior Center at 847-588-8420 Individuals must be a registered member of the Niles Senior Center to receive the member price.

Non members are invited to participate in programs at the non-member price.

For more information about membership and programs, contact the Senior Center.

Issues in the News • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Thursdays This dynamic, refreshing class is led by long time leader of this program, Arlene Golub. This group is filled with folks from all walks of life, retired or not, who want to keep abreast of a broad spectrum of what is occurring locally and worldwide. Issues for discussion are brought up by class participants, and everyone’s opinion is valued. Please call the NSC at 847-588-8420 for more information.

Got the dot? It may save your life Assist first responders with the information they need. Become part of the Illinois Dot Program. The Illinois Dot Program is a statewide initiative designed to provide vital medical information on vehicle drivers and passengers.

Information contained on the medical card can assist first responders in the “Golden Hour” immediately following a serious crash. This can very well mean the difference

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between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 588-8420).

Social Bridge players needed!

Every Tuesday, 12:30pm, contact Jaymi at the Niles Senior Center for more information.

Yoga in Chairs Yoga is all about flexibility… and we are flexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand.

Thursdays, May 1-29, 10:45am11:45am. $30M/$35NM Hooked on Fishing All outings meet at 8:00am at the designated location.

Cost includes: morning snacks, juice, bait and lunch.

Register for the outings at the Niles Senior Center. Maps available at the Front Desk. $15M/$20NM. Fish Lake Beach – Friday, May 23; Fish Lake Beach – Friday, May 30; McHenry Dam – Friday, June 20 Weekly Dinner & Movie Begins Tuesday, June 3.

Every Tuesday evening we will be showing a movie at 5:15pm. Dinners can be purchased at the NSC front desk. Registration is required.

June 3 – Gravity June 10 – American Hustle June 17 – Dallas Buyers Club June 24 – All is Lost Lunch to Benefit… Heather’s House Heather’s House provides a place where women can stay for up to two years. More than just a shelter, Heather’s House offers mothers a twoyear opportunity to develop the life skills, education and job skills necessary to become independent. Proceeds will go directly to Heather’s House. Lunch includes a $2 hot dog, chips and cookie.

Open to everyone. Monday, June 2, 11:30am-1:00pm or until supplies run out.

Yoga in Chairs Yoga is all about flexibility… and we are flexible about whether you sit, hold on or stand.

Thursdays, June 5-26, 10:45am-11:45am. $30M/$35NM

Spring BBQ – Hosted by the Niles Senior Men’s Club It’s finally Spring!! Time for a rockin’ good time with the music of “the Rockin’ Fenderskirts” and delicious food. We will begin with hamburgers, hot dogs, German potato salad, cole slaw, and dessert. Stay for the music and the raffles! Kick off the warm weather with a fun time! There is reserved seating. Strict deadline for reserved seating is Friday, May 30. Friday, June 6, 11:30am2:00pm, $15M/$20NM St. Charles Lunch & Cruise Join us as we head to the beautiful St. Charles area. We will dine overlooking the river at the Riverside restaurant.

Lunch will include a choice of Caesar chicken and pasta or grilled salmon with linguini.

After lunch we will cruise the river on the St. Charles Paddlewheel Riverboat.

Thursday, June 12, 10:30am5:00pm, $54M/$59NM Tai Chi Demo Join Renee Gatsis – a certified instructor from the Arthritis Institute for a FREE demonstration and information on Tai Chi. Virtually all major health organizations – including the Arthritis Foundation recommend tai chi as an activity for seniors because it provides balance of body and mind. Friday, June 20, 10:1511:00am, FREE “Matter of Balance Program” Taught by a Lutheran General Hospital Physical Therapist. Many older adults experience concerns about falling and may restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE, taught by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital staff is an award-winning program designed to improve fall awareness and to increase general activity levels. This program also emphasizes practical strategies to lessen risk of falling. Thursdays, June 5-July 24, 1:30-3:30pm. Fee: $12 (cost of workbook)

Park Ridge Senior Center Senior Center Memberships Senior Center membership begins at age 55. Our quarterly

new and prospective member meetings will you give information on the many activities, programs, events and services offered. Membership dues are: Single: $46 Resident, $65 Non-Resident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 Non-Resident Over 90 Single: $23 Resident, $32.50 Non-Resident Over 90 Couple: $35 Resident, $49.50 Non-Resident Enjoy these Senior Center Membership benefits: Priority registration and special rates for Active Adult programs, events & trips; A drop-in social center open 7 days a week; Free members-only unique monthly programming and activities; A variety of free clubs for many interests and hobbies; Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities.

Enjoy these facility amenities as a Senior Center Member: Large meeting hall; Classrooms; Full service kitchen; Stage with sound system; Ceramic room and kiln; 2 large screen TVs; Game tables; 4 ping pong tables; Variety of solitary and group activities for member use; Members art displays; Free Lending Library; and Free Medical Lending Closet (limited quantities) For more information, call 847-692-3597.

Bridge If bridge is of interest there are several opportunities to enjoy the game. Groups meet on Friday mornings, Sunday afternoons, and Couple’s Bridge meets the first Thursday of the month. Call the Center at 847-692-3597 for more information or to be put in touch with one of the group moderators.

Senior Center Clubs Men’s Club: 1st & 2nd Tuesday of the month. Join us as we plan fun and exciting events, as well as make a difference in our community.

Book Worms: 1st Thursday of the month, 1 p.m. Love to read? Join us every month for a discussion pertaining to a variety of books . One per

month .

Camera Club: 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 a.m. Join our camera club as they provide instruction and interesting slideshows on a variety of different topics .

Money Matters with Chris Valentine: 1st & 3rd Monday of the Month, 10 a.m. Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a program of financial tips and answers your questions Opera Arts Club with Leo Rizzetto. 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month, Noon. Do you have a love for opera and/or musicals? Leo Rizzetto, opera aficionado, presents a variety of majestic operas and toe tapping musicals.

Computer Club: 1st Wednesday of the month, 1:30 p.m. Need a computer refresher course or just help learning the computer? Join Richard Brandt as he leads the group . Come with questions.

Handicrafters: every Friday, 10 a.m. Do you knit, crochet, sew, quilt, cross-stitch, or embroider? We make items for the Annual Holiday Bazaar and the V .A . Hospitals . We provide the supplies for these events, or you can work on your own project . Beginners are welcome!

Ongoing activities Following are number of ongoing activities at the Center: • Woodcarvers meet Thursdays at 9 a.m.…a free activity: • Gamers, 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Fridays play dominos, hand and foot, scrabble for rummikube … also free.

• Ceramics students meet 9:30 a.m. to noon Mondays and Tuesdays and work on projects of your choice. There is a charge of $7 per class.

• Pinochle players meet the second Monday, Third Thursday and every Saturday of the month at 1 p.m.

• Table tennis players start play at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. All abilities are welcome for this free activity.

• Have you ever thought of tap dancing? This is a fun way of exercising. The class is at 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays. The fee is $10 for members and $15 for non-members. >> see seniors | page 21

Senior Style >> seniors, from page 20 Senior Center Open House & Tea May 29 9 a.m. to noon. Ages 55 & Up. FREE. This complimentary event is a show and tell of the activities and programs that the Park Ridge Park District Senior Center offers . Stop in to meet instructors and program participants to get first- hand testimonies of the activities offered . Tea begins at 11:00am .

The Center for Concern Volunteer needed Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge. This 35 year old social service agency helps maintain senior citizens in their homes and provides housing assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

Unless otherwise noted, all services are offered at The Center of Concern offices at 1580 N. Northwest Hwy., Suite 310, in Park Ridge. For services that require an appointment, call 847-8230453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

Preparation of simple wills and durable powers of attorney for health care and property also is available by appointment. Homeowners desiring additional income, companionship, or the ability to remain in their homes may wish to consider The Center of Concern’s shared housing program. Residents are matched with screened applicants who possess a temperament suitable to shared accommodations.

The Center of Concern also offers friendly visitors for the homebound, programs designed to prevent homelessness, and volunteer opportunities in the office and in the field. The Center’s web site is www. centerofconcern.org.

Calendar Please call 847-823-0453 to schedule an appointment for any service listed below.

• Wed., May 7, 14, 21, and 28 Grief and Loss Counseling • Wed., May 7, 14, 21, and 28 Free supportive services for isolated seniors and family caregivers of Maine Township • Sat., May 10 and May 31 Legal counseling (by appt. only) • Thurs., May 15 and 29 Preparation of Simple Wills, Durable Powers of Attorney for Healthcare and Property (by appt. only) • Sat., May 31 Blood pressure & blood sugar testing, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (no appointment needed) Homeowners desiring additional income, companionship, or the ability to remain in their homes may wish to consider The Center of Concern’s shared housing program. Residents are matched with screened applicants who possess a temperament suitable to shared accommodations.

Morton Grove North Shore Senior Center North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Social Services Office has space in the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street. Information and assistance is provided to individuals of all ages including access to public benefits, referrals for a variety of community programs, on-site and off-site support groups, and applications for the Village financial assistance program. A monthly Caregiver Support Group meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month from 10 to 11:30 a.m.

On-site appointments are available for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, with Senior Health Insurance Program volunteers, and to discuss individual concerns of all kinds.

Monthly wellness programs offered include cholesterol screening, diabetes screening, and a foot care clinic.

Appointments are available by calling 847-470-5223.

For information or an appointment to discuss your needs, call Mary Senn at 847663-3072.

Volunteer opportunities Do you have great people skills? Do you enjoy reception work? North Shore Senior Center in Morton Grove has opening for people to help at our front desk, greeting guests, directing calls, and assisting with registrations. Please contact Volunteer Services at 847.784.6052 for details.

Senior Center membership Become a member of North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus and enjoy opportunities to live longer, happier, healthier lives through an array of programs, activities, trips and services.

Members receive a discount on all programs, activities, and trips, Lifelong Learning Program Catalog, information on local, state, and federal issues affecting seniors, and invitations to special events and presentations.

Membership dues are $20 for an individual and $35 for a couple/household for a full year. Everyone welcome! Call North Shore Senior Center’s Morton Grove Campus at 847-470-5223 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. or stop by the Senior Center, 6140 Dempster Street in Morton Grove, to become a member.

Introduction to Beading Fridays, May 9, 16 & 23. 10 a.m. – noon. Make fun jewelry and accessories while you learn the fundamentals of beading. You’ll learn the tools, materials, and methods of beading, and experiment with color and design. Use your imagination to create original pieces to take home after each class. $35 member; $42 non-member. Beading kit and materials included. Call 847470-5223 to register.

Robber Barons or Maecenae?

Wednesdays, May 21 &28 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Ideas. Action. Opportunity.

Social Interest. The Mystery of Success. These words provide insight into the contributions and interests of Captains of Industry. Rabbi Victor Weissberg will examine the lives and works of railroad developer Jay Gould, Canadian business magnate Samuel Bronfman, Russian-born broadcasting pioneer David Sarnoff, and publisher and diplomat Walter Annenberg.

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their use of money, power, and vision to find personal fulfillment provided lasting benefits for society at large.$18 member; $24 nonmember. Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Walt Disney: Creativity Frame

by Frame Monday, June 2 1 – 2:30 p.m.

Join Bob Burton for this intimate portrait of the quiet innovator who spent a lifetime combining creativity with commerce. Surprising personal insights from Disney’s friends, family, and colleagues are supplemented with clips from some of the remarkable showman’s finest productions for you to enjoy again. $8 member; $11 nonmember. Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Gertrude Bell: Adventures of a Desert Queen Wednesday, June 4 1 – 2:00 p.m.

Turning away from the privileged world of the ‘eminent Victorians,’ Gertrude Bell (1868-1926) explored, mapped, and excavated the world of the Arabs. Her work in British Intelligence during WW I led to appointments in Iraq, where she gained an unprecedented amount of political influence as the first and only female administrator to be taken into the British Imperial Service as Oriental Secretary. Come and meet Gertrude Bell as she’s portrayed by Betsey Means! $9 member; $12 non-member.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Snake Oil, Magnets and Other Medical Quackery Monday, June 9 1 – 2:00 p.m.

People can be quite gullible, especially in times of crisis when they are given a strong sales pitch. Do these unproven remedies help or harm the conditions for

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which they are used? In some cases, these therapies have worked. Why? How does one determine what is bona fide and what is pure quackery?

Join Dr. Stanton Polin and learn more about fascinating ‘treatments’ that have been pitched over the years. $8 member; $11 non-member.

Call 847-470-5223 to register.

Women of the Middle East Wednesday, June 25 1 – 2:30 p.m.

For centuries, women living in the Middle East have had their lives defined by tribal traditions, Islamic religious restrictions, political mandates, and the men in their families. Women’s Rights movements have largely passed them over. Emergence into 21st century life styles is still a thing of fiction for these women. Join Bill Helmuth, who has traveled extensively in the Middle East, and see their incredible family life in the cities and rural villages of Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Lebanon, and Iran. Come away with a better understanding of the conflicts that at times seem unbridgeable. $9 member; $12 non-member. Call 847-4705223 to register.

Gardening for Life Enrichment --Pressed Flower Greeting Cards Thursday, July 17 1 – 2:00 p.m. Gardening for Life Enrichment is a new series offered by the Chicago Botanic Garden Horticultural Therapy Services. Enjoy the peace, joy, and fun of working with plants and nature in these enjoyable classes. No crawling on your knees or digging in the yard!

Create one-of-a-kind natural plant and dried flower greeting cards with the help of a professional floral designer from the Chicago Botanic Gardens. Materials included! $19 member; $25 non-member. Call 847-4705223 to register.

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Calendar MAY 22 Between the Lines Book Discussion: “The Chaperone.” 10 a.m. Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove.

Come discuss The Chaperone

by Laura Moriarty. A novel about the friendship between an adolescent, pre-movie star, Louise Brooks, and the 36-yearold woman who chaperones her to New York City for a summer, in 1922, and how it changes both their lives. MGPL’s monthly book discussion group has two meeting times at the Library, so pick the one that works best for you. Can’t make it this month?

We always have something interesting coming up, so check the book discussion page on www.mgpl.org or call 847-9295101.

French Market. 11 a.m. 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie.

Indulge in your favorite products and shop local at Westfield Old

>> robbery, from page 5 By 5:30 p.m. on May 15, Niles detectives met with Chicago police gang officers at Area 5 Headquarters.

Police surveillance was then conducted on an apartment building in the 1300 block of North Lorel in Chicago that the two suspects were believed to be at.

Shortly after setting up the surveillance, the two suspects that police were looking for left the apartment and tried to flee the area in a waiting vehicle.

Chicago police stopped their getaway car and the two suspects were taken into custody.

By May 16, Niles detectives conducted live line-ups with the suspects in custody.

The Cook County police officer that pulled over the SUV was able to positively identify one of the suspects taken into custody at the apartment as one who had fled from him while holding the handgun, police said.

Additionally, police said the victim was able to positively identify the two subjects that had robbed her in the driveway of her home.

“These subjects were charged late last night after a very involved multi-agency investigation,” said Niles police Sgt. Robert Tornabene.

An Assistant States Attorney

Orchard’s French Market.Located near Sephora, this enticing market offers everything from fresh produce, breads, cheeses, and unique gifts from artisan vendors. In partnership with Benisidoun USA, this Parisianstyle street market at Westfield Old Orchard will transport you to an afternoon on the streets of France.

MAY 26 Monday Night Car Shows at Westfield Old Orchard. 6 p.m. 4999 Old Orchard Center, Skokie. Monday Night Car Shows takes place in the west lot of the Westfield Old Orchard Mall!

This location provides easy access from the city and suburbs as well as plenty of room to grow. In addition to our usual fun, we will be serving food provided by participating food establishments in the Mall , featured vehicles, theme nights, and other fun activities. So be sure to bring your kids! Sign in at 5:00pm, show 6:00pm-9:00pm.

from the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office, conducted interviews with all the suspects in custody and approved armed robbery charges on four of the five offenders.

MercedesAlvarez,22,of Chicago; Peter Bloodgood, 22 of Berwyn; Julian Cortez​, 21 of Chicago; and Angelo Rodriguez, 20, of Berwyn all face armed robbery charges.

“This was an isolated incident with the victim being targeted by the offenders,” said Niles police Chief Dean Strzelecki.

Police say all of the suspects involved reportedly have extensive criminal backgrounds.

At a May 17 bond hearing at the Skokie District Courthouse Bloodgood was ordered held without bond because he violated his parole while Rodriguez and Cortez were held on $400,000 bail and Alvarez was held on $75,000 bail.

Bloodgood is expected to appear at the Maywood District Courthouse on May 20 while Rodriguez, Cortez and Alvarez are expected to appear at the Skokie District Courthouse on May 21.

“It’s a very peaceful neighborhood,” said Janina Majwska, 56, another resident that lives near home of the victim.

She said it was surprising because the area has a park nearby and children are often running around as they play in the neighborhood.

Dates and themes are posted below. All types of vehicles are welcome every week and remember, admission is free. All types of vehicles are welcome every week but please, register on line at our website before you come.We raise money to give scholarships to high school auto shop students. So, while admission is free, donations are accepted and appreciated.

JUNE 19 Gone With The Wind (1939).

Pickwick Theater, 5 S. Prospect Ave, Park Ridge. Admission is $5 for everyone at or before 6 p.m. and for children under 12 and senior citizens 65 and older.

After 6 p.m., general admission is seven dollars. Admission is $7 ($5 for seniors). All shows start at 7:30 p.m. Doors open at 7 p.m.

For more information, visit www. parkridgeclassicfilm.com.

ONGOING Live Jazz Jam at Chambers.

Every Thursday at 7:30 p.m.

THE BUGLE MAY 22, 2014 Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Come join us for dinner and live jazz. John Bany is one of Chicago’s best and most interesting bass players. His bass playing, in addition to his unique vocal style, has delighted audiences everywhere. He is a, veteran bass player, John has played at a number of festivals including: the original Big Horn (Ivanhoe, Illinois), the Chicago Jazz Festival (9 appearances), the Mid-American Jazz Festival (St. Louis, Missouri), Elkhart Jazz Festival (13 appearances) and the Atlanta World Music Fest.

FISH Seeking Volunteers.

Due to the economy, FISH is experiencing over a 40 percent rise in ridership. It is straining both the volunteer service level and budget. Since 1971, FISH volunteers have been serving Park Ridge and Maine Township residents by providing free rides to medical appointments.

To continue to provide a high level of service to all residents

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of Maine Township, FISH needs volunteers. Can you spare four hours per month to drive neighbors to medical appointments? To volunteer, call Ed Oken, President, 847 6960761.

Stroke Club. 3-4:30 p.m. the first Thursday of every month at Center for Advanced Care, Room 1220, 1700 Luther Lane, Park Ridge.This is a free program for stroke victims and survivors (plus a guest). Free parking is available in the attached parking garage. For more information contact Meg Potterfield, 847-7234765 or Dorene Wlodarski, 847296-2470.

TOPS Club. 8:30-10 a.m. every Tuesday at the Feldman Rec Center, 8800 W. Kathy Lane, Niles.

Lose weight with TOPS: Take Off Pounds Sensibly. Everyone is welcome. Call Dorene Wlodarski, 847-296-2470 or Lenore Lunquist, 847-729-2530 for more information.

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THE BUGLE MAY 22, 2014