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NEWS Park Ridge seniors leave to form new center in Niles

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Vol. 57 No. 36

ALEX V. HERNANDEZ/STAFF REPORTER

Glenbrook North High School senior Jacob Rosenberg (right) runs past his cheering mom Barbra (left) at the end of his leg of the Special Olympics Torch Run.

Runners carry Special Olympics torch through the Niles area

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

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unners from Niles, Park Ridge, Glenview and other neighboring communities ran upwards of 2 miles on a warm, late spring morning June 9 as part of the 2013 Illinois Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run fundraiser.

“Well, it’s a group relay, so once we’re

given the torch from Glenview, we’ll be running together as a group until we pass it on to the next group of people running the next leg,” said Niles Police Sgt. Eric Lambrechts.

There were a total of 23 legs across the entire state for this year’s June 9 run. Approximately 3,000 officers representing every branch of law enforcement across the state carried the Flame of Hope torch across thousands

of Illinois communities to its final destination, the opening ceremonies of the 2013 Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games in Normal.

Glenbrook North High School students, Glenview police officers and their friends and family ran about 2 1/2 miles over 45 minutes to the intersection of Greenwood and Milwaukee Avenue See TORCH, page 3

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TORCH Continued from page 1 in Niles. Once there, Glenbrook North High School senior Jacob Rosenberg passed the baton on to Niles Police Division Cmdr. Vince Genualdi, who led a group of Niles police, their family and friends down Milwaukee Avenue for the next leg of the run.

“It was a good run,” said Rosenberg, who will be competing in soccer at this year’s games. “I run at a slow and steady pace, so it wasn’t that bad.”

Once the Glenview group had successfully passed on the torch, they took a well-earned rest under the shade of trees in front of the intersection’s CVS with ice-cold bottles of water.

The Law Enforcement Torch Run is one of the largest year-round fundraising events benefiting the Special Olympics Illinois. The annual intrastate relay and its various fundraising projects have two goals: to raise money and to gain awareness for the athletes who participate in Special Olympics Illinois.

For the past 25 years, it has raised more than $22 million for the Illinois Special Olympics. Niles police said last year they were able to raise about $13,500 for the Special Olympics.This year their goal was $15,000.

“I’ve been doing it for two years with my dad. He’s a Niles police officer,” said Katie Saol, who was running alongside her dad in the event. “He has a (web) page online where people can donate.

This year, we had goal of $500, and we ended up getting $1,300. So yeah, it’s pretty great; the people are really nice, too.”

PHOTOS BY ALEX V HERNANDEZ/STAFF REPORTER

Niles Police Division Cmdr. Vince Genualdi (center) carries the torch for the Niles leg of the run.

Members of the Glenview Police Department and Glenbrook North High School that participated in the Special Olympics Torch Run.

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Seniors leave Park Ridge to open new center in Niles

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

Senior Services, Inc, has officially decided break away from the Park Ridge Park District and establish an independent senior center in Niles.

The move came after prolonged litigation over a conflict in the control of the estate of the late Betty Kemnitz of Niles. In 2010, after Kemnitz had passed away, she left 60 percent of her estate to the Senior Center. At the time of her passing, park district officials argued they should control the money as the district owned approximately $300,000 of the funds in the trust. However in February, the Park Ridge Park District finally agreed to waive

any rights to Kemnitz’s estate to the Senior Center and allow any remaining funds from the trust to be distributed to Senior Services, Inc. In a statement after the move was announced, Park Board President Rick Biagi said he was disappointed that “the relationship between the park district and SSI [had] deteriorated.”

The Park Ridge Recreation and Park District were notified May 31 that Senior Services, Inc. would be removing furniture, electronics and other recreational items it owns from the existing Senior Center, 100 S. Western Ave., beginning June 1.

By Aug. 1, the seniors plan to move into a new facility at the former Our Lady of Ransom School, 8300 N. Greenwood Ave.

in Niles.

SSI Chairwoman Carla Owen announced that while the group has not formally signed a lease to

rent space in the north wing of the church building, they see no reason why the Chicago Archdiocese, owner of the property, wouldn’t

approve their request.

Money from Kemnitz’s estate will be used to establish the new senior center.

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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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Niles Andrew J . Kapinski, 25, of the 8300 block of N. Oriole, Niles, was arrested May 23 on the 8300 block of Oriole for two counts of DUI, Delivery of Cannabis and Drug Paraphrenalia.

Jorge Sanchez-Silva 38, of the 230 block of Custer, Evanston, was arrested May 23 on the 7200 block of Dempster for Retail Theft.

Jorge Trujillo, 38, of the 1900 block of W. Farragut, Chicago, was arrested May 24 on the 8000 block of Milwaukee for DUI. Markel Willims, 38, of the 540 block of Old York Road, Elmhurst, was arrested May 24 on the 8700 block of Dempster for retail theft.

Jenifer M. Cowles-Barabas, 50, of the 8400 block of Shermer, Niles, was arrested May 25 at the intersection of Touhy and Gross Point Road for two counts of DUI. Batsaikhan Shagdar, 41, of the 3100 block of N. Kostner, Chicago, was arrested May 25 on the 7700 block of Milwaukee for DUI and No Valid DL. Malgorzata Pietruszka, 39, of the 7000 block of W. Madison, Niles, was arrested May 26 at the intersection of Harlem and Oakton for DUI. Penny S. Perez, 43, of the 420 block of Mors Ave., Wheeling, was arrested May 29 on the 9000 block of Golf for retail theft and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor.

Juan M. Munoz, 26, of the 8800 block of Robin, Des Plaines, was arrested May 30 on the 7700 block of Milwaukee for two counts of DUI. S. Aal Eshaq, 26, of 10 Layth the 10100 block of Peach Parkway, Skokie, was arrested June 1 on the 7200 block of Dempster for DUI. Batrakhtaryan, 27, of 11 Vartan the 2800 block of Westgate, Mt Prospect, was arrested June 2 at the intersection of Touhy and Milwaukee for DUI. A. Orellana, 35, of the 12 Jose 2900 block of W. 55TH Street, Chicago, was arrested June 2 on the 7400 block of Dempster for two counts of DUI.

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Michael K. Brown, 22, of the 1000 block of W. Catalpa, Chicago, was arrested June 3 on the 8600 block of Milwaukee for DUI/Drugs.

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Park Ridge A 16 yr old of Park Ridge was arrested May 15 on the 1100 block of S. Dee for Disorderly Conduct.

Skinner, 18, of the 15 Colin 300 block of S.Wa Pella, Mt. Prospect was arrested May 23 at the intersection of Touhy and Overhill for Speeding. yr old of Park Ridge 16 Awas16arrested May 24 on the 200 block of S. Vine for Theft.

Zacharski, 57, of 17 Stanislaw the 3800 block of N. Oketo, Chicago, was arrested May 24 for on the 1700 block of Potter for DWLS and Seatbelt Not Worn by Driver.

Kang, 32, of the 18 Joseph 7000 block of W. Touhy, Niles, was arrested May 24 at the intersection of Touhy and Summit for DWLS, No Valid Insurance and Failure to Wear Seatbelt.

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N. 78th Ave., Elmwood Park, was arrested May 26 on the 800 block of N. Dee Rd. for Disobeyed Traffic Control Signal, No Valid Insurance and DUI. Pena-Quintero, 20 Antonio 29, of the 5900 block of W. Eastwood, Chicago, was arrested May 26 on the 1100 block of S. Dee for No Valid DL and Speeding.

Hernandez21 Aide Montesinos, 34, of the 8800 block of Sayre, Morton Grove, was arrested May 27 at the intersection of Oakton & Western for Disobeyed Traffic Control Device, Failure to Wear Seatbelt and No Valid DL. J. Katkus, 18, of the 22 Robert 1600 block of S. Prospect, Park Ridge, was arrested May 27 at the 1100 block of S. Dee for Speeding, No Valid Insurance and No Valid Registration.

R. Quintero, 24, of the 23 Jose 10000 block of Linda Ln., Des Plaines, was arrested May 28 at the intersection of Dempster and Potter for No Valid DL and Avoided a Traffic Control Device.

Wallace, 43, of the 24 Gordon 2500 block of Church, Des Plaines, was arrested May 29 on

the 1700 block of W. Dempster for Trespassing.

Robertson, 38, of 25 Autumn the 1600 block of Forest, Des Plaines, was arrested May 29 at the intersection of Higgins & Fairview for DUI. Colonna, 19, of the 26 Thomas 100 block of S. Greenwood, Park Ridge, was arrested May 29 at the intersection of Warren and Belle Plaine for DUI – Drugs, Leaving the Scene of an Accident, No Valid Insurance, Possession of Cannabis and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.

Jennings, 59, of the 27 David 900 block of N. St. Louis, Chicago, was arrested May 28 1700 block of W. Dempster on for two counts of Theft, and three counts of Criminal Trespass to Property.

Mehriban, 54, of 28 Ozkan the700 block of N.Western, Park Ridge, was arrested on the 300 block of S. Western for No Valid DL and Speeding.

Kang, 56, of the 1500 29 Arthur block of Della Dr., Hoffman Estates, was arrested May 28 at the intersection of Dempster and Lyman for DUI, Speeding and No Valid Insurance.

David Lee Lewis, 27, of the 6500 block of N. Ashland, Chicago, was arrested May 31 at the intersection of Devon & Dee for No Valid DL and Speeding.

Kindle, 28, of the 31 Marlenne 2000 block of Laura Ln., Des Plaines, was arrested May 31 at the intersection of Dempster & Mason for No Valid DL and Failure to Wear Seatbelt.

Dededimov, 17, 32 Dimitra of the 1100 block of N. Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge, was arrested May 31 on the 1100 block of N. Northwest Hwy. for Use of Premise for Consumption of Alcohol.

Merz, 17, of the 33 Margaret 1600 block of S. Courtland, Park Ridge, was arrested May 31 on the 1100 block of N.Northwest Hwy. for Zero Tolerance.

Alvarado34 Francisco Vasquez, 51, of the 1200 block of Woodbury Ln., Palatine, was arrested June 1 at the intersection of Ballard & Woodview for No Valid DL and Improper Overtaking.

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Morton Grove See POLICE, page 8

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Community Briefs 3 charged in murder of Highland Park teen

For more information about classes call 847-635-1741 (Des Plaines) or 847635-1400 (Skokie).

Quinn announces $73 million in federal aid for Illinois

Three suspects — 20-year-old and two 17-year-olds — have been charged with the death of 20-year-old Colin Nutter of Highland Park.

Nutter’s body was found with a gunshot in the back of the head June 3 by a dog walker near the Edens Expressway in Wilmette.

Benjamin Schenk, 20, of Highwood, and Philip Vatamaniuc and Michael Coffee, both 17, of Highland Park, have been charged with first-degree murder.

Schenk has a previous arrest record.

Bond was set at $5 million each.

Police released few details on the crime, saying the investigation continues and that there are other possible suspects.

The three charged are believed to have arranged to buy marijuana from Nutter before one of the would-be buyers shot him, officials said.

Governor Pat Quinn announced that more than $73 million in federal aid has been approved as of June 3 to help more than 26,000 people and households affected by severe flooding in April.

The assistance includes grants to help with disaster-related expenses such as temporary home rental, home repairs and replacement of damaged personal items. In addition, nearly $2 million in low-interest loans to people and businesses have been approved to help with recovery.

“These grants and loans are helping people put their lives back together after the devastating April floods,” Quinn said.“This federal aid is critical to the recovery process, and I appreciate the Obama Administration’s efforts to speed needed relief to people affected by the flooding.”

Federal assistance is available for the 33 counties affected by flooding.

Niles PD raises over $5K for Illinois Special Olympics

FEMA flood relief funding is still available until July 9

Niles Police Department officers, staff and volunteers that participated in the 2013 Cop on Top fundraising event for the raised $5,382 for Illinois Special Olympics.

The one-day event had officers and staff staked out at three area Dunkin Donuts locations last week.

This Cops on Top event is just one in a series of fund-raising events that the Niles Police Department participates throughout the year to support the Illinois Special Olympics. Other events include the Polar Plunge, and the Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run. “Being actively involved in your community brings the community and the police together making Niles a great place to raise a family,” ,” said Chief of Police Dean H. Strzelecki.

Residents and businesses are urged to call FEMA today if they suffered any damage as a result of the April flooding.

To register and inquire about grants or low-interest loans, please call FEMA at 800-621-3362 or visit at www.fema.gov.

Governor Quinn recently announced that more than $73 million in federal aid has been approved to date to help more than 26,000 people and households affected by the April flooding. An additional $2 million in low interest loans to people and businesses have been approved to help with recovery.

The deadline to register for FEMA assistance is July 9.

Morton Grove police announce DUI mobilization for July 4

Enroll in summer courses at Oakton Community College’s campuses in Des Plaines, 1600 E. Golf Road, and Skokie, 7701 N. Lincoln Ave..

Seven-week courses started June10.

Summer semester class listings may be found online at www.oakton.edu or in the Summer2013 Credit and Noncredit Schedule, available at the campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie.

Registration for fall classes is now available. Autumn classes begin the week of Aug. 19. Fall credit class listings can be found at www.oakton.edu.

Register in person at either campus from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Students with a current application on file may register online at my.oakton.edu.

The Morton Grove Police Department is planning a DUI Mobilization for the Independence Day holiday. between June 28 and July 7.

In conjunction with the Illinois Department of Transportation’s Division of Traffic Safety, Morton Grove Police will be out in force making sure impaired drivers are off the road.

Thousands are killed each year by drivers who had been drinking.

The Morton Grove Police Department has a zero tolerance for impaired drivers.

You drink and drive.You lose.

Register for summer/fall classes at Oakton Community College

350 health screenings to Park Ridge community members Offering community members an opportunity to decrease their chances of suffering from heart disease has been one of Advocate Lutheran General Hospital’s long standing commitments.

Medical staff, advance practice nurses, nutritionists and pharmacists of Advocate Lutheran Hospital seized another opportunity to make this a reality by coming together to provide approximately 350 free health screenings on Sunday, June 2, at the hospital’s first South Asian Heart Fair.

The event, organized by the South Asian Cardiovascular Center (SACC) at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, is part of the hospital’s continuing efforts to meet the needs of its culturally diverse community.

The SACC, the first of its kinds in the Midwest, was established to educate, screen, treat, and prevent the devastating effects of cardiovascular disease for which the South Asian community is at higher risk.

The fair offered free screening services including a full cholesterol panel, advanced diabetes screening, and an interactive nutrition booth where attendees learned about sodium intake and fat content in South Asian meals.

In addition, the fair offered the opportunity for attendees to meet with physicians, advanced practice nurses, and pharmacists to talk about their medical testing results and find resources available to follow up.

Illinois House votes vote to pass bill to safeguard schools The Illinois House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 1625, which is designed to increase safety in Illinois’ schools in the wake of recent school shooting incidents in other states.

Following the deadly school shooting in Newtown, Conn. ,last year Gov. Pat Quinn convened top experts from across the state for a School Safety Summit to develop short and long-term actions that further safeguard schools.

This legislation, proposed by Quinn, will require Illinois schools to hold active safety drills with local law enforcement to ensure they are as prepared as possible.

Morton Grove recruit completes basic training Navy Seaman Recruit Jaye Kevin U. Dejesus, son of Sonia M. Ugarte of Morton Grove, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes.

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Food insecurity an issue for residents of Cook County A report released by Feeding America shows 860,670 people in Cook County were food insecure in 2011.The new number is an increase of nearly 60,000 individuals compared to 2010 and indicates one in six of the county’s residents are at risk of hunger.

Factors such as unemployment, median income, poverty, homeownership and demographic measures all add to the risk of hunger.

There have been 4.2 million visits to Greater Chicago Food Depository pantries this year, a 77 percent increase compared to 2008. Further, the Food Depository is on pace to serve more people this fiscal year than any other year in its 34-­‐year history.

Food insecurity is defined as a lack of access, at times, to enough food for an active, healthy lifestyle for all household members and limited or uncertain availability of nutritionally adequate foods.

Park Ridge car sticker display deadline approaching New city vehicle stickers must be purchased and displayed on your car windshield no later than June 15 at midnight.You can purchase your stickers at City Hall from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Park Ridge will have extended hours on Friday, June 14 until 7 p.m. and will be open on Saturday, June 15 from 9 a.m. to noon.

A late fee of $15 will be applied to all City vehicle stickers purchased after this date.This late fee will increase to $30 after Sept. 15. Vehicles failing to display current stickers will be ticketed.

Maine East High School hires new athletic director Steve Schanz, formerly of Oak Forest High School, will be the new athletic director t Maine East High School. He has been a teacher there for 10 years and the girls basketball coach for nine years.

Schantz will be taking over for Michael Bender, who is leaving the athletic director position to become a dean at Maine East.

East Maine Township School finds replacement for Jekot Angelo Scarsella will be joining the board to replace outgoing member John Jekot.

Jekot was elected to the Niles Village Board in April and Scarsella was chosen to replace him in a closed meeting on June 3.

See BRIEFS, page 23

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Truck hits car, plows through 2 yards, crashes into house

By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

A Glenview man driving his pickup while allegedly drunk crashed into a Morton Grove home in the middle of the night.

Brain Conan, 50, of Glenview, was driving his truck north on Harlem Avenue in the early hours of June 8. While still on Harlem Avenue, he veered into the oncoming traffic of the street’s southbound lanes. Then Conan

JUNE 12 Chicago Cable Cars. 7:00 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles.

Popular Chicago author and transportation historian, Greg Borzo, discusses his new book in a slide/lecture format, taking his audience back to the time when the Second City had the largest cable car system in the world.

JUNE 13 Taste of Skokie Valley.

6:30 p.m. 9501 Skokie Blvd., Skokie. The Skokie Chamber of Commerce and the Rotary Club of Skokie Valley present the The annual Taste of Skokie Valley. Event sponsor, Evanston Subaru in Skokie, is providing live music by the Michael Lerich Orchestra. A silent auction with hundreds of items will serve fun browsing while sipping a cocktail and mingling with local business patrons. Tickets are $30 in

struck a parked van and a utility pole before driving through two residential yards, eventually crashing into a home at 9046 Harlem around 3:50 a.m.

Debbie Kim,52,and her husband Yong Kim, 51, were asleep when Conan’s truck plowed through their bedroom wall.

“A big truck came through our bedroom wall by our headboard. Our bed was right there,” said Mrs. Kim. “It’s like a miracle. None of the paramedics or police could believe that we

weren’t hurt.”

Other than being startled awake, neither Mrs. Kim nor her husband suffered any serious injury. Both Mrs. Kim and her husband use wheelchairs,and she said her husband’s wheelchair was damaged by the truck.

“What really helped save our lives was the house’s retaining wall. It took the brunt of the impact,” Mrs. Kim said. “That truck was flying when it hit the house. It even knocked the outside air conditioning unit

into the gas pipes and created a gas leak. It was incredible what was going on.”

Since the crash, Mrs. Kim has been meeting with her insurance adjusters and contractors to start on her home’s repairs. She says that even though the shock of the crash has mostly left her, she now feels overwhelmed by the damage to her home.

“It’s just emotionally draining,” she said.

Once Morton Grove police were on the scene, they talked

Conan, who was injured but conscious. Conan was then provided with medical treatment by Morton Grove Fire Department before being transported to Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. As of June 10, he is still in the hospital awaiting charges.

“We’re looking at DUI and reckless driving charges at this point. We’re waiting for him to recover before we formally charge him,” said Morton Grove Police Cmdr. Paul Yaras.

advance and $40 at the door.

More information at http:// tasteofskokievalley.com.

started in 2000, when lead singer Rick Lindy decided to start his own rock-abilly band. Today, the group consists of Lindy, Joe Smith on drums, Dave Eliot on guitar, Eric T. Stoliker on bass, and the newest addition, Gary Bloom on the keyboard.

7 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. This lecture covers what blogging is, the history and how it differs from journalism.You will learn about blogging content, who blogs and how to monetize your blog.

Presented by Jeanine Marie Vaughn.

Oakton St., Niles. Monthly Board Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees. The meetings are opened to the public.

Smart Solution$. 10:30 a.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles.

This final workshop will provide vital information on how to make smart choices with your money. Participants will learn to recognize how federal deposit insurance protects deposits, how to guard against identity theft, how various types of insurance will help manage risk, and the need to plan for unexpected death or disability. Registration required. All ages welcome.

A light breakfast will be served. Spin a prize wheel for financial books and more.

Morton Grove Park District Committee of the Whole. 6 p.m. 6834 Dempster St., Morton Grove.

JUNE 14 Bibliobop Dance Party.

10:00 a.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Bring your family and friends as we crank up the tunes and boogie down in the library. It’s fun for the whole family to dance with your little ones. No registration needed. DJ Miss Cate will be spinning all the best tunes from our terrific music collection. Ages 0 and up with an adult.

Rick Lindy & the Wild Ones. 9 p.m. Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. Members of “The Wild Ones” live up to their name.

With upbeat music and a charismatic group, the band offers to take listeners to “the wild side of town.” The band

JUNE 15 Anime & Manga Club.

2 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles.

Watch & discuss anime & manga, and build fandominspired crafts. Contact Librarian Donna Block at dblock@nileslibrary.org or 847-663-6434 for more information.

JUNE 16 Acoustic Duo Mandi Bones and JC Performs.

3 p.m. Chambers Seafood Grill & Chop House, 6881 N Milwaukee Ave, Niles. The acoustic duo Mandi Bones and JC will be performing music form the 40’s through current hits.

JUNE 17 Playbill: Brainstorming Session. 1 p.m. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St., Niles. Local teens in grades 7 and up, help write, produce and perform an original play for kids and families. Earn volunteer hours while having fun and expressing yourself, whether on or off stage. Be ready to share your ideas and roll up your sleeves. Our first brainstorming session/ rehearsal will be Monday, June 17. Attendance at every rehearsal is not required, but actors will need to be available for the performance.

Writers’ Roundtable: Building a Better Blog.

Monday Night Car Shows at Westfield Old Orchard.

6:00 p.m. 4999 Old Orchard Ctr, Skokie. Take a trip to the past and check out a selection of classic cars parked on display in the West parking lot of Westfield Old Orchard shopping center.

Every Monday night from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., as many as 200 cars will be on display including Classic cars, Muscle Cars, Hot Rods, Motorcycles and vintage Military vehicles.

This is an event for car enthusiasts and novices alike.

Come and enjoy a summer night full of great music, food, prizes, hourly raffles, and fun. Monday Night Car Shows start June 4 and run every Monday night through September 2. June 17 is Orphan Night.

JUNE 18 Sewing Boot Camp. 10 a.m. Oketo Park Field House, Morton Grove. Students get familiar with their machine, learn some fundamental seaming and alterations and touch on home decorating project possibilities. Students bring their machine or can rentone for a fee. Rental fee is $18/session. Machine stays with instructor.

JUNE 19 Niles Library Regular Board Meeting. 6:30 p.m.

Niles Public Library, 6960 W

Niles Teen Center Six Flags Great America Teen- Six Flags Great America Trip- Deadline.

Niles Teen Center, 373 Golf Mill Center, Niles. Spend the day at Six Flags Great America, where you can have a wild time riding the roller coasters, cooling off at Hurricane Harbor, or both!! Admission, transportation and supervision are included.

Please make sure to bring extra money for lockers, lunch and dinner and a towel, swimsuit and sunscreen.

Date: Wednesday, June 26. Cost: $65 (Ticket/ Transportation) $20 for Season Pass Holders (Transportation Only).

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 19.

ONGOING Food for Fines Drive. All day. Niles Public Library, 6960 W Oakton St, Niles. Exchange canned and packaged food for library overdue fines to help the Village of Niles Food Pantry during the Niles Public Library Food for Fines drive from June 1-15, 2013.

Ask for more information at the library’s front desk.

TOPS. 5-7 p.m. every Monday at the Niles Park District Howard Leisure Center, 6676 W. Howard Street, Niles. This notfor-profit weight loss organization meets every Monday. Visitors are welcome.

For more information contact Sandie at 847-691-7122.

ForuM Our View

Is marriage only a social construct?

There are those who would have you believe that some time, long ago in man’s unwritten history a group of people got together and invented marriage.

That, of course, is silly fantasy since marriage is found all across the world and in every country at every point where written history begins. The Stone Age had no Internet, telephone or telegraph, so the “social construct” theory is more pointy-head mythmaking.

We’ve got two major possibilities for the origin of marriage: Nature or God (some equate the two, but for this purpose we’ll separate them). The Natural Origin of Marriage occurred as the natural outcome of the drive

to reproduce. Clearly, human beings were reproducing well before written history and perhaps under less than ideal conditions. Keep in mind that nature is especially cruel to women. Disease, illness and death in childbirth thrive outside of civilization.

The benefits of marriage construe to both men and women, but not equally. Women benefit from marriage much more than men.

A man can reproduce nearly up to his death. A woman’s reproductive years are very limited. Under natural circumstances the risks of childbirth rise quickly as a woman ages.

Marriage then blends the benefits of a male mate with the drive to reproduce.

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By Alex V. Hernandez Staff Reporter

The Maine Township High School District 207 board went over recommendations to modify the current grading scale its schools use.

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum Barb Dill-Varga said at a June 4 board meeting that school policy allows for a consistent scale to be used by teachers.

District officials want a to make a standardized grading scale, with 90 percent an “A,” 80 percent a “B,” 70 percent a “C,” 60 percent a “D” and a 50 percent an “F.” As it stands now, teachers in the district do not use a uniform grading scale, and the letter grades vary wildly.

Dill-Varga said the current scale has created a situation where a student needs a 94 percent in one class to get an “A” but only a 90 percent in another class to achieve the same grade.

“It could be confusing for students and parents,” she said at the meeting. “We’re trying to provide clear communication.”

Board member Carla Owen worried how admissions counselors will view the new grading system. Specifically how graduating District 207 students compare to students at other high schools. Before the new grading scale is implemented, the district will send out a survey to parents.

The board will review the survey results July.

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Al Battootti, Fadi J., 18, of Mishawaka, IN was arrested June 6 for Driving with a Suspended License.

36 Giovanni L. Sumano, 25, of Niles was arrested June 5 for No Valid DL. 37 Ashur Youkhana, 27, of Chicago was arrested June 5 for Driving with a Suspended License.

38 Linda A. Gartner, 46, of Skokie was arrested June 2 for DUI. 39 Bianca M. Fadhel, 20, of Chicago was arrested may 30 for Criminal Damage to Property.

40 Leroy Prothro, 24, of Chicago was arrested May 29 for Possession of Controlled Substance.

41 Joel J.Vichna,29,of Niles was arrested May 29 for Driving with a Suspended License.

Monogamy, the marriage of one man to one woman, is the result of this natural process.

The other potential origin for marriage is God. Most people are familiar with the story of Adam and Eve and how they were brought together to fill and replenish the earth.

That view of marriage covers Jews, Christians, and Muslims; a total of 3.6 billion people and 55% of the world’s religious.

Hindus make up the next biggest religious group (14%) and for them marriage is a sacred sacrament joining a man and a woman in much the same was as describe

by Jesus Christ in the New Testament. Chinese traditional religion (6%), Primal African Religions (6%) and other smaller religious sects all value marriage as a man/woman relationship and while Buddhism has no sacrament of marriage the Buddha recognized and spoke on the importance of the union of a man and a woman.

Those religious traditions account for 86% or so of the

world’s population. They couldn’t have conspired together to create a ‘social construct’ called marriage that looks nearly identical across all nations, tongues and peoples. At the same time, secularists, which include the nonreligious, atheists and agnostics account for the world’s remaining 14%, most of whom are situated in China.

The Chinese communist government recognizes marriages predating it and didn’t force couples to renew their vows after the revolution. Replacing God with nature or evolution gets you to the same place - marriage between a man and a woman as the natural state of things.

Interestingly, in America marriage also predates our government and none of our Founders were made to renew their marriages after the American Revolution.

So, since marriage isn’t a social construct, but either a religious or natural event focusing on the union of a man and a woman for at the very least procreative purposes and in its highest sense the union and unit of opposites (think of the yin/ yang symbol) how by any stretch of the imagination can a government edict remake the sacred or the natural?

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1 Religious org., perhaps 2 George’s lyricist 3 Show little interest in, as food 4 Get ready for action 5 Sicilian resort 6 Unaccompanied 7 Biology text topic 8 Roadside attention getters 9 Water brand named for its source 10 Dam up 11 Fertilizer substance 12 Draw forth 13 Treaties 19 Water source 21 Surround with dense mist 22 Spherical opening?

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Horoscopes Affirm your positive attitude through affirmations. Instead of allowing worry to flourish, focus on ways to maintain a state of health and abundance. Avoid making waves on the financial front this week.

Grab a tennis racket, a Frisbee or a friend for a refreshing day in the great outdoors. You may have more energy than usual to tackle cleaning or physical endeavors during the upcoming week.

Dreams can come true, it can happen to you. It might be a good time to gain the ear of an ally or supporter at work. Listen to friendly advice and embrace opportunities that come your way in the week ahead.

Fleeting moments that involve fun or kindness can add up to a treasure trove of good that will last long after this week is done. You may be aware of power struggles but helpless to counteract them.

Adventure stokes ardor. A romantic partner may need reassurances this week, so hold hands as you wade through a stream or visit new spots. Loved ones are looking for encouragement to explore unique places.

Keep on trucking.

Energy levels remain high during the week ahead. Complete innovative projects and pursue personal educational objectives. Don’t sign a new contract or engage in new investments.

You aren’t weak when you are wise. If you made a blueprint for action ahead of time, there was probably a very good reason, so follow through on those plans in the upcoming week. Stick to your guns.

Learn the secret of success. Use traditional methods as long as feasible and reach for the new when it is a better option. Don’t give in to the urge to spend more than you have in the week ahead.

Your heart is in the right place, even if others don’t always appreciate your easygoing outlook. Go plant a few flowers or groom the dog in your spare time.

Avoid making new investments this week.

Life may give you the experience you need to achieve your ambitions in the week ahead. You could be wiser than usual about money, but still subject to minor jealousies or power struggles in a relationship.

Wish upon a star. Some of your dreams can become reality in the week ahead, especially if you take advantage of opportunities. Benevolent supporters will be willing to assist you in achieving a worthy objective.

Speak what’s on your mind and in your heart. There is no reason to screen your calls, as anyone who speaks with you will be pleased by what you say.

Make presentations in the early part of the week.

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The couple wasn’t happy with their lot because they didn’t -- HAVE A LOT

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Hawks can’t overcome early deficit

By Mike Sandrolini Sports Reporter

Maine South’s dreams of advancing to last weekend’s Class 4A state tournament in Joliet were dashed after falling behind 5-0 at the Rockford supersectional and eventually succumbing to Libertyville, 5-3.

Libertyville went on to play for the Class 4A title on Saturday, while the Hawks—winners of 11 straight going into their contest with the Wildcats—finished 2410.

The Wildcats got to Hawks’ right-hander Jack Touhy early, scoring three in the first—two of them coming in on a double by Evan Skoug. Brian Jones relieved Touhy in the second inning.

Libertyville tacked on two more runs in the fourth thanks to a two-run Connor Simpson single.

Libertyville’s lineup was wellstocked with left-handed hitters, but Hawks coach Bill Milano explained that he couldn’t start either of his left-handers, Jones and Mike Virgilio, because both had pitched in the sectional semifinals and sectional title game, respectively.

“They weren’t ready to go,” he said.

Nevertheless, Milano said he has the utmost confidence in Touhy, who was 5-0 prior to facing Libertyville, to get the job done.

“He had beaten Fremd and Deerfield (earlier in the year) and had some really strong outings,” Milano said.

Maine South loaded the bases in its half of the fourth. The Hawks plated their first run after Adam Depkon walked; then, Eric Sons scored Touhy (who had walked) from third on a groundout. A little later, Caleb DeMarigny came home on an infield error.

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Caleb DeMarigny scored a run in Maine South’s 5-3 loss to Libertyville June 3.

The Hawks appeared as if they had something going in the fifth when John Cerniglia and Frank Perrone each singled to open the inning. They advanced to third and second on a throwing error following a pickoff attempt.

However, Libertyville pitcher Kevin Calaman retired the next

three Hawk batters. Calaman also set Maine South down in order in the sixth and seventh.

“He (Calaman) shut the door, and we didn’t get a base runner the rest of the game,” Milano said.

Bobby Pennington and Zach Hinkamp pitched the final 3

2/3 innings for the Hawks, who got off to a 13-10 start this year before going on their 11-1 season-ending run.

“The kids started believing in their abilities and played defense and started to get some timely hitting,” Milano said. “All the kids started pulling together, and that

was huge; it was nice to see. It all starts with pitching: Touhy, Virgilio, Hinkamp, Jones and Bobby Pennington, they all were outstanding during that run.”

The Hawks are losing another solid group of seniors for the See HAWKS, page 14

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Three locals on All-Area team

By Scott Taylor Sports Editor

For the first three years of her career at Plainfield North, Ashley Handwork was a solid goal scorer, averaging nearly 20 goals per season.

However, she was teamed with Callie O’Donnell, who was making the headlines, scoring 29 goals in a season and won the 2011 Voyager Media Player of the Year award.

With O’Donnell off to college this year, that left room for Handwork to take command of the Tigers’ attack.

And that she did, scoring 39 goals, one off the District 202 record, en route to leading Plainfield North to its first regional championship.

For those reasons Handwork is the 2013 Voyager Media Girls Soccer Player of the Year.

“I think it’s awesome,” Handwork said. “I owe a lot of it to my teammates, we had a really good season. I didn’t think I was ever going to score that many goals.”

“Ashley emerged as the most dangerous player in the area,” North coach Jane Crowe said.

“After three very good years, she really elevated her level of play this year. Even though she drew a lot of attention from opposing defenses, she was still able to come up with big goals in big games. Her speed was extremely difficult for defenders to match.”

Handwork had some motivation entering her senior campaign as she was hoping to not only break O’Donnell’s records, but to get ready for college, where she will be playing for Marquette University in Milwaukee.

“I knew she had some records and I wanted to break some of those,” said Handwork, who also now has the career goalscoring record at North with 98. “Also, since it was my last season, I wanted to get better for Marquette.”

Signing with Marquette in the winter helped allow her to focus on just playing soccer her senior year.

“I was verbally committed my junior year, but it was pretty hectic before that,” she said. “It took a lot of pressure off me this

year. I just wanted to be good at my game, but also to have fun.”

Her season was capped off by the team winning the regional title and advancing to the finals of the Pepsi Tournament.

“That was rally important,” Handwork said.“We finally broke through and it felt really amazing.

We did well all season and got a good seed. The highlights of my career were winning regionals and making it to the finals of the Pepsi Tournament.

Now it is off to Marquette, where Handwork is ready for the challenge.

“I am totally excited,” she said.

“I’m working really hard. I know it’s not going to be easy, but I like the challenge.”

The rest of the members of the 2013 Voyager Media AllArea Girls Soccer team are:

14 assists— among the top five single-season s c o r i n g totals in Maine South history— and was a big reason why the Hawks advanced to the sectional semifinals.

The three-year starter was the Hawks’ leading scorer the past two seasons and was an all-CSL performer.

“Not only does she help you score, but she’s a leader and she does everything in a positive manner,” said Hawks coach JJ Crawford. “She tries to pick everybody up so everything is positive with her. It’s been a real treat and blessing to have her on the team.”

KATIE BAUMANN

PAIGE FULLER

The Benet junior was an AllSectional performer for the regional champions, scoring five goals on the year.

“Katie patrols the middle and wins balls and dominates defensively,” Benet coach Bob Gros said. “She maintains possession for us and contributes so much to us being able to start our possession from the back.”

Fuller led Plainfield Central offensively with nine goals on the year.

“Paige is technically and tactically sound,” Plainfield Central coach Ken Schoen said.

“She also does a great job of winning and holding the ball, and attacking people 1 on 1. Paige is extremely competitive and has a very high work rate, which makes her play very consistent.

I believe there is not a player in our area who displays more heart and effort than her. She has unbelievable mental toughness and fitness, which allows her to play with high intensity the whole game. Paige also takes the majority of our corners and set plays for us, consistently making us dangerous on such plays.”

LACEY CLARIDA The Lockport junior joined the Porters this season after focusing on travel play the last two years and scored 25 goals and added seven assists.

“Lacey is without a doubt the most dangerous forward in our area (in the top three in the state),” said Lockport coach Todd Elkei. “She has been involved in 90 percent of scoring plays this year. She is the most talented player I have seen and that includes all of the teams in the Pepsi Showdown, Burlington, Iowa Tournament of Champions, and all the teams on our schedule. She is truly a difference maker and scores with both feet and is a force in the air.”

ALLI CURRY Curry will be heading to Boston College in the fall, but for academic reasons only. She made her final season with Maine South a memorable one, tallying a team-high 32 goals and

MARISOL GALVAN Minooka junior has already verbally committed to Northern Illinois. She posted two goals and 10 assists this season.

“Marisol is a very aggressive and talented player. She controls the middle of the field, she wins the ball in the air,is great with her feet, a hard worker, great teammate and truly one of those players that you want on your team,” said Minooka coach Christopher Brolley. ”Her competitive nature and hardworking mindset brings the level of the entire team up.

Marisol is many times the second best player on the field, behind See ALL-AREA, page 13

Sports ALL-AREA Continued from page 12 Jill (Hetfeisch). I love her attitude about soccer. She is an AllSectional Honorable Mention, and an all-conference player.”

HEATHER HANDWORK The Plainfield North junior and Ashley’s younger sister finished with 12 goals and nine assists.

“She used the combination of speed and creativity to give us a dangerous weapon coming from the outside,” Crowe said. She also played forward and center mid and was equally effective from those positions.”

JILL HETFLEISCH A University of WisconsinParkside recruit, she tallied 32 goals and three assists for Minooka.

“Jill Hetfleisch is one of the most talented players we have had at Minooka, she has been a captain for two years and the heart of this team,” said Minooka coach Christopher Brolley. “She is an All-Sectional player and allconference player. This is her third straight year with that same offensive production. She is very quick but very smart soccer player. Her ability to play multiple positions with ease allows her to play defense for us when we need her to. She has been the best player on the field in every game we’ve played this year. She is definitely one of the top players, if not the top player in our area. She had 83 career goals at Minooka. She’s a human highlight real.”

NICOLE JANOWIAK A senior from Downers Grove South, Janowiak finished the season with 10 goals and three assists, while being an AllSectional performer in returning from an ACL injury.

“She jumped right in for a team needing leadership, especially after losing so many important role players from a third-place team,” Downers South coach Abby Anderson said. “She played an attacking midfielder, as well as support positions in the defense and as a forward with our injuries. No matter where she played, all of our attack developed through her. Nicole’s ability to see 2-3 plays ahead of

the game as well as to distribute dangerous through balls to her teammates is a strength. She also has an extremely calm, yet intense demeanor which her teammates feed off of.”

KAELA LESKOVAR A Plainfield North senior, Leskovar was a key ingredient to the Tigers’ run to the regional title.

“Kaela was our unsung hero in the middle of the field,” Crowe stated. “She controlled the midfield for us and everything went through her. She has the ability to hold the ball, and play the perfect pass her to her teammates. She was also very dangerous shooting the ball from distance.”

MICHELLE MOREFIELD The Benet center-mid tallied 14 goals and six assists for the regional champs and was an AllSectional selection.

“Michelle was the heart and soul of our team,” Gros said.“She runs the offense as the attacking mid. She was a key player for us.”

EMILY O’GRADY The junior is already one of the CSL South’s top goalies and will take her talents to Iowa State after her final season at Maine South next spring. The team MVP helped the Hawks to a 14-5-5 record this season and made 121 saves with five shutouts.

“She makes saves that you don’t expect a high school keeper to make,” said Crawford. “Emily is just an amazing keeper.”

LEAH PLESCIA Senior midfielder scored four goals and had 10 assists as a captain for Lockport.

“Leah has become one of the most dominant midfielders in the area,” Elkei said. “Leah has shut down the middle for us all year and has become a quality finisher as well. Leah game in and game out has made a difference for us and we are nowhere near as successful without her leadership on the field.”

KELSEY PRUETT Junior from Plainfield South scored four goals and added five assists this year. Has verbally committed to Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.

“Kelsey was voted as an AllSectional First team player this year,” South coach Dave Brown said. “Her quickness, vision and determination make her a player that any coach would want on their team.”

YESSICA REYES The Joliet Central senior tallied 13 and 11 assists for the season.

“She has been a four-year varsity starter. Her freshmen year, she was on the Joliet Township team that made it all the way to the Super-Sectional game. Her sophomore and junior year were injury plagued years which she didn’t play much due to ACL injuries,” said Central coach Eduardo Contreras. ”This past year was her first year since her freshmen year that she was injury free and it showed on

THE BUGLE JUNE 13, 2013 the field. She was our leader on and off the field. Our team has improved each year and she was a big part of the reason why. ”

CRISTINA SIDDU A senior two-year starter for the Trojans, Siddu helped Downers North improve its victory total by three over last season (eight total victories in 2013) and was in goal when the Trojans defeated rival Downers South in April for the first time since the 1990s. Siddu recorded four shutouts and had a 1.40 goals-against average.

“Cristina had a great year,” said Downers North coach Bob Calder. “She was a captain and leader for our young team.She did a nice job coming off of her line, has good foot skills, and makes quick decisions—all leading to an all-around goalkeeper that we were fortunate to have.”

NIKIA SMITH The Bolingbrook junior standout tallied four goals and

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“Nikia was the best athlete on the field in every game she played,” Bolingbrook coach Martin Uscila said. “With Nikia in the back, we limited teams to nine goals against in the regular season and 12 total shutouts.

Nikia’s leadership and dedication to the sport has made her one of the top girls to watch out for in 2014.”

VICKI TIROVOLAS Brett Clish, Niles West’s coach, says Tirovolas, a sophomore, g i v e s opposing goalkeepers headaches simply because her shot comes at them like a knuckleball.Tirovolas, an All-CSL pick, scored a teambest 16 goals for the Wolves, and Clish said she’s got the potential to increase her assists totals next See ALL-AREA, page 14

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HAWKS Continued from page 11 second straight year. Cerniglia, Perrone, Virgilio, Sons, Touhy, Brian Jones, Zach Jones and

ALL-AREA Continued from page 13 season while maintaining her goal-scoring output.

“It’s moving all over the place,” Clish said. “I don’t think there’ s really many girls that

Sports

Jesus Saavadra are among the seniors who were part of backto-back regional championship teams—the first time that’s happened since 1971. They also helped Maine South advance to the 2011 and 2012 state summer league finals.

Saavedra, an infielder who also was an integral part of the Hawks’ pitching staff, missed the final few games of the season after breaking his finger in PE class.

“They just have a lot to be proud of,” Milano said.

But the Hawks are returning

Pennington, Depkon, DeMarigny, Bobby Paddock, designated hitter Marty Balow and Gehrig Parker, one if their leading hitters this season. Milano said Pennington, who had seven saves this season with a 1.17 ERA, will move into the starting rotation in 2014, and

shoot like that; it’s just the way it comes off her foot, and she has a lot of power as well.

Her ball skills are the best I’ve coached in the 10 years I’ve been here.”

Eight selection ended her varsity career as Lisle’s No. 2 all-time leading goal-scorer with 65. This spring, she tallied 29 goals and 10 assists in 21 games (both totals led the team).

“She’s a great player and had an awesome career,” said Lisle coach Paul Kohorn. “Basically

the team ran through her.

The team took its lead from Skyler. She’s an outstanding as a leader as well as a great player.”

Tomko will join her sister, Brynn, on the Illinois Wesleyan University soccer team in the fall to continue her soccer career at the next level.

SKYLER TOMKO The four-year All-Interstate

Parker also will take the mound.

“We have that experience coming back,” Milano said.“They have been in tight conference and playoff games. Gehrig Parker didn’t pitch a lot for us this spring, but he does pitch.” mike@buglenewspapers.com

RACHEL ZAMPA Joliet Catholic senior was a four-year starter and three-time all-area member.

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Johnson bounces back with win

By Reid Spencer NASCAR Wire Service

It’s not a good idea to rile up Jimmie Johnson.

A week after a penalty for jumping the final restart at Dover knocked Johnson out of a near-certain victory, Johnson absolutely scorched the field in Sunday’s NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Party in the Poconos 400, beating Greg Biffle to the finish line by 1.208 seconds.

The win was Johnson’s third of the season, his third at the Tricky Triangle and the 63rd of his career. Johnson increased his series lead over second-place Carl Edwards (18th Sunday) to a staggering 51 points after 14

races.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. ran third, followed by Stewart-Haas Racing teammates Tony Stewart and Ryan Newman. Kyle Busch, Kurt Busch, Denny Hamlin, Kevin Harvick and Joey Logano completed the top 10.

“What a race car!” Johnson said after climbing from the No. 48 Chevrolet in Victory Lane.

“Not only a great race car but an engine. We had fuel mileage and plenty of power. It was awesome on the straightaways today to be able to do what I wanted around other cars.

“So hats off to chassis, aero and the engine shop for this awesome race car.”

You might think winning at

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Jimmie Johnson, driver of the #48 Lowe’s/Kobalt Tools Chevrolet, celebrates in Victory Lane after winning the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Party in the Poconos 400 at Pocono Raceway on June 9, 2013 in Long Pond, Pennsylvania.

Pocono for the first time since he swept both races here in 2004 might assuage the sting of last week’s penalty. You’d be wrong.

“No, but it’s OK,” Johnson said.

“It doesn’t make up for much, but we know we’re a great race team. Things won’t keep us down. We had a great race car today and had a lot of fun. That was a lot of fun out there.”

Johnson avoided a surfeit of action in the late stages of the race--because he was ahead of it.

By the time Dave Blaney’s spin brought out the fourth caution on Lap 138, the five-time champion already had led 106 laps.

That yellow followed a caution for an accident in the Tunnel Turn on Lap 133, when Juan Pablo Montoya drove hard into the corner under Matt Kenseth,

lost control of his No. 42 and started a synchronized spin with Kenseth.

Subsequently, Johnson had to endure four restarts but did so as the leader and quickly regained control of the race in each instance. All told, Johnson led 128 of 160 laps.

Biffle was happy with a runnerup finish that jumped him three positions to 10th in the standings,

WEEKLY RACING UPDATE STANDINGS

ONE FAN TO LIVE THE DREAM Chicagoland Speedway and Venturini Motorsports announced a contest allowing one lucky winner to become a part of the Venturini Motorsports ARCA racing team during Rally, Rock and Race weekend this July 19-21.

The grand prize winner will have the chance to become an honorary member of the Venturini team and witness a race like never before. As the newest member to the Venturini team, the contest winner will receive a team jersey, a garage tour, access to the driver’s meeting, and a meet and greet with team drivers. Additionally, the prizewinner will act as an honorary member of the pit crew during the race and will have the opportunity to wave the green flag during the ARCA Series Qualifying race.

Since the 1950s, Venturini Motorsports has been home to a proud tradition of Chicago racing.

An early pioneer of the sport, Tony Venturini raced stock cars at Soldier Field competing with legendary NASCAR drivers, such as ‘Tiger’ Tom Pistone and Freddy Lorenzen. Today, after a successful ARCA racing career of his own, Bill Venturini,Tony’s son, is now the CEO of Venturini Motorsports. A racing legend, the Venturini team has also found success at Chicagoland Speedway, as driver Kevin Swindell won last season’s ARCA race as the VMS team celebrated its 30th Anniversary.

2012 Sprint Cup Series 1) Jimmie Johnson 521 2) Carl Edwards -51 3) Clint Bowyer - 69 4) Dale Earnhardt, Jr. - 82 5) Kevin Harvick -87 6) Matt Kenseth -103 7) Kyle Busch -109 8) Kasey Kahne -121 9) Brad Keselowski -123 10) Greg Biffle -126 11) Jeff Gordon -128 12) Paul Menard -136

2013 Nationwide Series 1) Regan Smith 2) Sam Hornish, Jr 3) Justin Allgaier 4) Austin Dillon 3) Elliot Sadler

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2013 Party in the Poconos 400 finishers 1) Jimmie Johnson 2) Greg Biffle 3) Dale Earnhardt, Jr. 4) Tony Stewart 5) Ryan Newman 6) Kyle Busch 7) Kurt Busch 8) Denny Hamlin 9) Kevin Harvick 10) Joey Logano 11) Jeff Burton 12) Jeff Gordon 13) Jamie McMurray 14) Juan Montoya 15) Clint Bowyer 16) Brad Keselowski 17) Marcos Ambrose 18) Carl Edwards 19) Mark Martin 20) Travis Kvapil

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Medications for Parkinson’s only control symptoms

By Tribune Media Services

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What are the latest findings on Parkinson’s disease? Are there any new medications?

I’ve heard a lot about CoQ10 as a promising alternative for those with Parkinson’s. Is there any truth to this?

ANSWER: CoQ10 initially seemed to be a promising therapy for Parkinson’s in early research involving small numbers of patients.

However, follow-up studies using larger numbers and higher doses have failed to confirm benefit from this drug.

The medications currently available for Parkinson’s are directed at controlling symptoms. They can be very effective. Unfortunately, despite decades of intensive research, no drugs have been proven to slow the progression of Parkinson’s disease.

Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the nervous system that develops gradually over time. The hallmark symptoms include

tremor, muscle rigidity and slowness of movements. In later stages, new symptoms may develop that include difficulties with memory and thinking, as well as bladder and bowel problems and, in some people, low blood pressure.

In the 1960s, researchers discovered that the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease are low in a brain chemical called dopamine.

This was a huge step forward in understanding and treating the disease. After that, researchers began to focus Parkinson’s treatment on replenishing dopamine. The early result of those efforts was a medication known as carbidopa-levodopa, which effectively restores brain dopamine and typically reduces many Parkinson’s symptoms. Four decades later, carbidopa-levodopa is still the best drug available for Parkinson’s. Although it does not treat the cause, carbidopa-levodopa does restore some of the normal brain chemistry.

Unfortunately, as Parkinson’s advances, levodopa and related medications often become less effective in controlling symptoms, and the problems caused by the disease tend to get worse. Thus, with advancing Parkinson’s disease, the problems go beyond brain dopamine.

Understanding the cause of Parkinson’s disease is the crucial first step to finding a way to slow or halt disease progression. A variety of environmental factors have been identified that influence the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease. However, these account for only a small part of this risk. Genetics have also been extensively studied and remain a strong focus among researchers.

Initial genetic studies investigated rare families in which many members had Parkinson’s disease.

Although gene mutations were identified to explain the cause in many of these families, these same gene mutations were not found

Happiness is key to good health

By StatePoint Media

Everyone knows that proper diet, regular exercise and avoidance of bad habits like smoking are crucial to great health. But some experts say that a truly positive outlook on life can be just as powerful a factor in improving overall wellness.

In fact, possessing “emotional vitality”and a sense of hopefulness, was found in a Harvard School of Public Health study to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease.And many other studies have yielded results with similar implications.

“An internal dialogue that is filled with negative, judgmental or self-defeating thoughts can be a self-fulfilling prophecy,” says Sean Meshorer, a spiritual teacher and author of the new book, “The Bliss Experiment: 28 Days to Personal Transformation.”

“Bringing bliss into your work, relationships, family and service, no matter what your personal struggles may be, can help you live a more focused, stress-free, fulfilling life.”

Meshorer, who sustained an injury seven years ago that left him with severe, disabling and incurable chronic pain, believes your circumstances in life don’t need to define your happiness. In his new book, he offers readers science-based spiritual solutions to changing the way one thinks.

With that in mind, Meshorer shared a few ways to get started: • Have compassion: You can’t be genuinely happy while you’re indifferent to the pain of others.

Compassion reinforces our feeling to the world around us and breaks down barriers of loneliness.

Make a conscious decision to act compassionately toward others -including strangers and enemies -- without the expectation of receiving anything in return.

• Dispute negative thoughts: Don’t suppress your negative thoughts or paint them over with pretty colors. Running from reality can be counterproductive.

Instead,recognize that not all your negative thoughts are rational or justified.

Analyze your thoughts for how

they began and why they may not be entirely accurate. Attempt to think about the people or things that are making you unhappy in the most objective light possible.

• Be optimistic: Optimism is a practical and effective life strategy.

Let go of your fears that being positive leads to disappointment.

• Don’t place material conditions on happiness: To place your happiness at the whim of complex economic conditions out of your control is like playing Russian roulette with your soul. Don’t let your bank account define your happiness.

• Practice affirmations: Our words are extremely powerful. What we say to ourselves and how we say it are vitally important, impacting our bodily health and mental well-being.

More tips about personal transformation, along with information about Meshorer’s new book, can be found at www.

TheBlissExperiment.com.

By pursuing your happiness, you can live a more functional, fulfilled life.

to cause Parkinson’s disease in general. Known gene mutations account for just a small percent of typical Parkinson’s disease. However, these genetic studies shed light on processes that appear to play important roles in causing Parkinson’s disease.

One important genetic finding surfaced early in these studies of familial Parkinson’s disease. In selected Parkinson’s disease families from Italy and Greece, the cause turned out to be the gene coding for alpha synuclein. This gene mutation was not found in run-of-the-mill Parkinson’s disease, but led to another important discovery. People with typical Parkinson’s disease were found to have deposits of alpha synuclein in affected brain cells, suggesting that this molecule might play an important role in all Parkinson’s disease.

Of further interest has been the recognition that people with a disease somewhat similar to Parkinson’s but

associated with early dementia, called dementia with Lewy bodies, also is marked by brain alpha synuclein deposits.

Researchers are now studying the relationship between these two disorders, which appear to have a common link.

Although we do not have a drug that halts the progression of Parkinson’s disease, that should not be reason for pessimism. After all, before you can fix either a car or a body, you have to know how it works. That is certainly true for Parkinson’s disease. Once we fully understand what causes it, new treatment should quickly follow. - J. Eric Ahlskog, M.D., Ph.D., Neurology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn.

Medical Edge from Mayo Clinic is an educational resource and doesn’t replace regular medical care. E-mail a question to medicaledge(AT SIGN) mayo.edu , or write: Medical Edge from Mayo Clinic, c/o TMS, 2010 Westridge Drive, Irving, TX 75038.

For more information, visit www. mayoclinic.org.

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Shift perspective, shift results Is it ever too late for life insurance?

Q. I’m an optimist about human behavior. I think most people mean well and are kind.Yet in the workplace I am constantly surprised by the thoughtless behavior my coworkers and customers will pull without blinking an eye.

What am I missing, and how do I get people to behave better?

A. You are missing considering the reality of the human brain. Physically, our brains have three parts: a primitive reptilian brain, our emotions, and the relative evolutionary newcomer that is the thinking portion.What you are shocked by is that many people are run entirely by their reptile part and emotions.

What you are correctly observing is that people’s behavior in the workplace is often indeed “thoughtless.”

What I mean is it is literally without thought, automatic or unconscious.The empathy or kindness you are seeking would only occur in a human being who could use their emotions and think about the effect they have

on others.

When I was studying for my Ph.D. in human development, I was shocked to learn that most adults don’t even achieve the last three levels of adult maturity.The most advanced stages of human development involve being able to use your feelings to identify with others and realizing you have to benefit others to achieve longterm success.

You are not going to find Harry Potter’s wand, wave it around in your workplace, and change your coworkers’ and customers’ level of maturity.

You can stop acting as if they possessed abilities that they don’t.

If you were dealing with a crocodile, you know you would deal with it differently than with a loyal dog.When you look around your workplace, realize most people you deal with will do the right thing but only because it will hurt them if they don’t.

Your job is to stop pretending you are dealing with a bunch of lovely animals and more assertively

define what will happen if people don’t behave well.

Let’s say you have a meeting and it is imperative none of your team come late.You could send out a memo with the start time and cross your fingers that everyone will be thoughtful.Then again, keeping your new theory in mind, you could send out a memo that anyone who is not in the room at 9 a.m. will not be able to work on this highly visible and important project.

Lining up what you do and say to be more in line with the reality of most adults level of maturity does not mean being a crocodile or thoughtless yourself.

What you are doing instead is not believing and acting on a reality that never existed in your workplace Most of my clients spend at least a little time grieving that they do not currently live on the planet Kind and Thoughtful.Then they realize that most people are suddenly behaving (finally!) in thoughtful ways because now it is in their best interests to do so.

You can wait for the world to change, or you can change the way you see the world and get immediate results.

Dear Dave, Is it ever too late to get life insurance?

Tiffany Dear Tiffany, The only time it’s really too late to get life insurance is after you’re dead! But seriously,if you’re older than 70 it becomes pretty difficult to get affordable coverage, because insurance companies figure you’ve pretty much got one foot in the grave already at that point.

You can get term life insurance pretty easily up until about age 70, and there are a few policies available past that point, depending on your health situation. But you really shouldn’t need life insurance when you’re that age and older.

Hopefully, you’ve invested, saved, and set aside enough money to pay burial expenses and for a spouse—if you have one—to live on after you’re gone.

—Dave

Is it in the will?

Dear Dave, My father is terminally ill, and my two brothers and I recently had a talk with dad about his estate. He wants everything, except his house, left to us.

He would like it to go to his long-time girlfriend, but it’s not written that way in the will. Should we have the will changed to reflect this desire?

Dan Dear Dan,

I’m really sorry about your dad. I know this isn’t easy for you guys, but I’m glad you’re all working together to make things right. Yes, the will needs to be changed to reflect his wishes where the house is concerned.

If he is still of sound mind and able to make that decision independently, the will should describe exactly what he wants to happen with every piece of his estate.

There is an alternative though. It’s fine if he simply wants to give her the house. But he could also leave her a life estate that says she gets the use of the home as long as she’s alive.

Then, upon her death, it would revert to you. Essentially, the house would be left to you, but she would have use of it during her life.

This is a more traditional approach in these kinds of situations, but it’s your dad’s will and his estate. He can do whatever he wants. But remember, if he deeds the house to you and you give it to her, you’ll have a gift-tax situation on your hands. You don’t want to get into that mess!

—Dave Dave Ramsey is America’s trusted voice on money and business. He’s authored four New York Times bestselling books: Financial Peace, More Than Enough, The Total Money Makeover and EntreLeadership. The Dave Ramsey Show is heard by more than 6 million listeners each week on more than 500 radio stations. Follow Dave on Twitter at @DaveRamsey and on the web at daveramsey.com.

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Senior Style 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 847588-8420 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 between life and death. For more information, please contact the Niles Senior Center (847 588-8420).

Beautiful Summer Strings • 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.,Wednesday, June 12.

$6M/$9NM With Jim Kendros. Enjoy beautiful string music for a summer day! Experience Bach’s wonderful Air for Strings, Mozart’s Romance from a Little Night Music, Beethoven’s Romance #1 for Violin and Orchestra, and much more!

Relay for Life American Cancer Society Event • 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 28, Maine West High School, Wolf & Oakton, Des Plaines. Free admission Help us cheer on the NSC Cancer Survivor Group as they walk victory laps on the track. Join us as we celebrate birthdays for those who have beaten cancer. There will be food, face painting, games, and activities. A Luminaria Ceremony takes place after dark, so we can remember people we have lost to cancer, honor people who have fought cancer in the past, and support those whose fight continues. Candles are lit inside of personalized bags and are placed around the Relay track as glowing tributes to those who’ve been affected by cancer.

Men’s Club Meeting • 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, June 17, $5M/$7.50NM Speaker: Barb Chalko from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office.

Lunch features a ham & cheese sandwich on rye, chips, and dessert.

Nature Photography • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, June 18 & 25, $30M/$35NM Capture nature through your lens. Nature photography allows you to document and express your delight in a season, flower, or the natural beauty outdoors.

Discover the beauty of plants, animals, landscapes, and gardens.

Learn how to capture and communicate those discoveries through photography. Focus on photographic strategies and skills while expanding your awareness and appreciation for the outdoors.

Beautiful Summer Strings • 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Wednesday, June 12, $6M/$9NM With Jim Kendros. Enjoy beautiful string music for a summer day! Experience Bach’s wonderful Air for Strings, Mozart’s Romance from a

Little Night Music, Beethoven’s Romance #1 for Violin and Orchestra, and much more!

Exploring America’s National Parks – Luncheon & Presentation • Noon to 2:30 p.m.

Wednesday, June 26, $12M/$17NM Presented by Jim Rowan, Photographer. The United States began the national park idea with the creation of Yellowstone National Park in 1872. Today the park system maintains nearly 400 sites including parks, monuments, seashores and lakeshores, preserving remnants of the original ecosystems of the United States. In this program, we’ll visit some of these areas and see some of America’s most beautiful places. Before the journey begins, we will indulge with a BLT sandwich, coleslaw, and dessert.

Relay for Life American Cancer Society Event • 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, June 28 Free admission. Maine West High School, Wolf and Oakton, Des Plaines Help us cheer on the NSC Cancer Survivor Group as they walk victory laps on the track. Join us as we celebrate birthdays for those who have beaten cancer. There will be food, face painting, games, and activities. A Luminaria Ceremony takes place after dark, so we can remember people we have lost to cancer, honor people who have fought cancer in the past, and support those whose fight continues. Candles are lit inside of personalized bags and are placed around the Relay track as glowing tributes to those who’ve been affected by cancer.

Park Ridge Senior Center The Park Ridge Senior Center is now accepting half-price memberships that run through June 30, 2013. Cost for a single

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resident is $22.50; resident couples, $34.00: non-resident single, $31.50 and non-resident couple, $48.50. There are special rates for those members 90 years of age and older. Call the center at 847-692-3597 for further details. Non-members can drop in and pay a $2 fee to participate at the Center. This is a good way to become familiar with all the activities.

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 847692-3597 for more information or to be put in tough with one of the group moderators.

Membership dues Membership dues for the 2012- year are being accepted.

The dues are: single $45 resident/$63 non-resident and couple (must reside in the same household) $68 resident/$97 non-resident. Bring in a new member and receive a $5 gift card. Ask the front desk for more details.

Exercise class Jo Buck continues her exercise classes at 9and 10:30 a.m.

Monday,Wednesday and Friday.

This class covers a variety of movements including stretching, strength training and floor exercise. The first class is free.

After that it is $2 each time you come.

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

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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.

• Bocce ball players gather just north of the Center at 10 a.m.Wednesday. Ken Hewelt is bocce master and will explain how the game is played.

• 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 nonmembers.

Morton Grove Senior Center

North Shore Senior Center offers programs, classes, activities, and travel opportunities for adults at the American Legion Memorial Civic Center at 6140 Dempster Street.

You may register for all programs at the Center or call 847-4705223.

Chiune Sugihara: Hero of the Holocaust 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 13 Few have heard of Chiune Sugihara, a Japanese diplomat who issued visas to Lithuanian Jews against her government’s orders. Join Hyma Levin, Director of Education (retired), Beth Emet The Free Synagogue, as we view a film about Sugihara and find out more about this remarkable human being. Fees: $16 member; $20 non-member.

Lunch & a Movie: “Silver Linings Playbook” • 12:3o to 3 p.m. Thursday, See SENIOR, page 22

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Why should osteoporosis be important to you?

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steoporosis, or the There are also certain thinning of bones, is medications and medical often asymptomatic. conditions that can increase Many will question the risk, including family history of need for tests and osteoporosis, Caucasian even medication to race, early menopause treat low bone density. or surgical removal of Half of women over the ovaries, low body the age of 50 will weight, lack of exercise, have an osteoporosis alcoholism, and a diet related fracture in low in calcium. their lifetime.These Prevention is key fractures can be painful, because once bone is crippling and even Medical Memo lost, it is very difficult disabling.

Dr. Kristia Patsavas to grow again. Ideally, Symptoms of begin with building your osteoporosis include back pain bone strength and then make or tenderness. Additionally, an every effort to slow bone loss. affected woman may have loss The two main components of of height that is more than bone loss prevention are weight normal for her age group.There bearing exercises and a diet rich can be a slight curving of the in calcium and vitamin D. upper back as the thinning Bones respond to exercise spinal bones bend under the the same way muscles do; they weight of the upper body. become stronger with use. As Who is at risk? Women are the muscles pull on the bones, at increased risk because their the bones strengthen.The best bones are smaller than men’s types of exercise for bone and because of the hormonal strength are weight-bearing changes that happen at exercises, such as low impact menopause. Prior to menopause, aerobics, brisk walking, or women’s bodies contain sports. Even short walks can estrogen, which protects against help build your bone density. bone loss. After menopause, A low calcium diet is much less estrogen is produced associated with an increased and the protection decreases. rate of bone loss. If you don’t

have enough calcium in your body’s bloodstream, your body will take the calcium from your bones to supply the rest of your body. Studies show that most women do not consume enough calcium in their diet and many women are only getting as little as half of the daily amount that they need.

Sources of calcium include dairy products, leafy green vegetables, nuts, seafood, juices and cereals that are fortified with calcium.

Additionally, calcium cannot be absorbed without vitamin D. Milk products that are fortified with vitamin D are a great source, as is sunlight. As little as 15 minutes per day of sunlight increases your vitamin D levels through your skin.Those of us that live in the Midwest need to take advantage of our dietary sources, given our long winters and lack of exposure to the sun.

Supplements for calcium and vitamin D are also available.

The most accurate test available to measure bone density is a Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry test or DXA test. It takes a few minutes and has minimal radiation exposure.

The test results are given as T-scores, which compare your

bone density to that of a healthy 30 year old. A negative score means your bones are weaker than this 30 year old, a positive score means they are stronger.

A score between -1.0 and -2.5 indicates the bones are becoming thinner.This is called osteopenia. A score lower then -2.5 is indicative of osteoporosis.

It is recommended to perform DXA scans every 2 years in women older than 65 and in younger women with one or two of the risk factors discussed above.

There are multiple treatment options available to help reduce the risk of bone fracture once osteoporosis is diagnosed.

One category of medications is Bisphosphanates. They are used to slow bone breakdown, increase bone density and reduce the risk of fractures.

These medications can be taken weekly or monthly and must be taken on an empty stomach. There is also an intravenous version that is given yearly.

Other medications include selective estrogen receptor modulators (SERMs), which may be a good choice for women who cannot take hormones,

and hormone therapy, which is a good choice for women who need to prevent bone loss as well as treat other symptoms of menopause.

Doctor’s Rx: Osteoporosis is the thinning of bones that can lead to bone weakness and fracture.

Fracture can cause chronic pain or permanent disability.

Prevention of bone loss is essential. The best methods of prevention are to perform weight-bearing exercises that strengthen the bones and a diet high in calcium and vitamin D.Your doctor may perform a DXA scan to check your bone density and determine if you have osteoporosis. Osteoporosis is treated with different kinds of medications.Talk to your doctor about your options.

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Drower, Artist & World Traveler.

Go shopping and look at French fashion and design, language, and everyday life.Travel around France and discover how the French word ‘terroir’ gives a sense of place and makes each part of France unique through its customs, festivals, markets, foods, and traditions. Fees: $8 member; $10 non-member .

Fee: $8 member; $10 nonmember

847.784.6052 for details.

Continued from page 21 June 13 Enjoy an Academy Award TM nominated movie, great company and a tasty lunch!

Come and view the contenders and winners of this year’s Oscars. Fees: $6 member; $8 non-member. Lunch will feature delicious food from Poochie’s in Skokie.

Barry Manilow: Romantic Favorites • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Monday, June 17 The love song has formed the basis of popular music for many years. Who can resist the sweet longing, the radiant joys of a song of love? Who better with whom to enjoy this special genre than Jim Kendros, as we delight in the timeless love songs of Barry Manilow!

Experience hits like Mandy, Could It Be Magic, Weekend in New England, and more.

Orchestral insights will also be

highlighted. Fees: $8 member; $10 non-member.

Forensics Detectives: The Mystery of Christopher Columbus • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 Christopher Columbus is one of history’s best known individuals.Yet, the ‘Admiral’ was a man of mystery.The ethnic origin of Columbus remains uncertain - was he born in Italy as thought, or are there alternate claims to his birthplace and parentage? Many countries have indicated that they possess the remains of the explorer. Join scientist Hal Tinsberg, Ph.D. to learn how DNA testing has been used to clarify the man behind the legend and reveal the true Christopher Columbus. Fees: $8 member; $10 non-member.

What’s French About the French?

• 1 to 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 19 Take a look at French culture and learn about French cuisine, restaurants, markets, and the latest trends in dining with Sara

Night (H)owls: Late Night TV Pioneers • 1 to 2:30 p.m. Thursday, June 20 Not too long ago, a young comedian from Nebraska was America’s most popular bedroom companion...for nearly 30 years.The laughter Johnny Carson and his predecessors provided echoes in the TV studios that today feature Leno, Letterman, O’Brien and Ferguson.This Bob Burton presentation highlights memorable moments from the ground-breaking days of late night TV and discusses how late night television has grown up.

You won’t fall asleep during this lively, eye-opening program!

Caregiver Support Group •10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 26 Are you caring for an older adult? Are you caring for your spouse/partner, mom, or dad?

Join others on a similar journey to discuss caregiving issues and concerns. Because the focus of a caregiver support group is the caregiver, caregivers can openly discuss their own difficulties in a caring non-judgmental atmosphere.This group will meet the fourth Wednesday of each month. For additional information contact Caregiver Specialist, Lauretta Hart, L. P. C. at 847.424.5661 or lhart@nssc.org 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

Dr. Kristia Patsavas, MD is a physician specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology and is based in Park Ridge, Illinois. The advice contained in this column is for informational purposes only. Readers should consult with their physician to evaluate any illness or medical condition. Dr. Patsavas accepts new patients. Call (847) 825-7030 or view her web site at: www.associatesinobgyn.com to schedule an appointment.

Lunch & Bingo Join us Wednesday for lunch from a local restaurant and a lively Bingo session with prizes.

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.

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BRIEFS Continued from page 5 The decision was announced June 6 and he will be sworn in next month.

Road budget for Maine TWP. drained by flood The heavy flooding in April led to Maine Township accumulating extra costs for sand, rental equipment and overtime. Due to the floods, the road fund budget for Maine Township will be increased

by 4.9 percent this fiscal year.

Maine Township Highway Commissioner Rob Provenzano said FEMA will likely not reimburse those costs.

Niles Symphony Orchestra passes away The founder of the Niles Symphony Orchestra passed away May 22 at the age of 85.

Fr. Stanley R. Rudcki died at Holy Family Villa in Palos Park.

He served the archdiocese of Chicago for 60 years, and taught music to many throughout his career. Funeral services for Rudcki were held on May 29

and 30 at St. Alexander Church in Palos Heights.

West Nile virus found in Cook County The Illinois Department of Public Health found Mosquitoes in Hillside, Cook County have tested positive for West Nile Virus on May 21. So far No human cases of West Nile virus has been reported so far this year.

“Although we have been seeing a lot of what we call ‘nuisance’ mosquitoes due to the flooding, those mosquitoes typically do not carry West Nile virus,” Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck,

Illinois Department of Public Health Director said in a statement.“We are now starting to see Culex mosquitoes, which often do carry disease.”

Last year, 55 counties in Illinois reported a West Nile virus positive mosquito batch, bird and/or human case.

“Residents should start taking precautions by wearing repellent around dusk and dawn, and loose light color clothing,” according to Dave Zazra, communications manger for NSMAD.“Basically cover as much skin as possible.”

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Teen exposes himself in school photo A 16-year-old Maine South High School student is facing disorderly conduct charges for allegedly showing his genitals during a sports team picture.

According to reports, the team photo that the Park Ridge teen was allegedly exposing himself in had already been printed in another publication before the indiscretion was noticed.

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