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JANUARY 15, 2015 VOL. 59 ISSUE 15

NEWS Volunteer coach enters race for park district commissioner Jason Trunco is 1 of 5 candidates running for three open seats

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POLICE Suspect charged in 7-Eleven robbery Arlington Heights man also suspected of four robberies in nearby Des Plaines

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OPINION Weighing in on Cops and Robbers We give police a complicated job to do; they mostly do it well

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Winter farmers market links Park Ridge church to interfaith sustainability cooperative Farmers markets, warm weather and street festivals are just a few of the things that make spring and summer in the Chicago area great. And while recent subzero temperatures have pretty much dashed any chance of being festive in the street, Park Ridge residents will soon be able to get their farmers-market fix in the coming weeks. st. luke’s lutheran Church, 105 N. Prospect Ave., will host an indoor winter farmers market on Jan. 24. from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the church’s henderson hall. see tHe FUll story on page 3

SPORTS Round 1 goes to Maine South Hawks top Niles West in first of two meetings this year

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District has received a $500,000 donation from Park Ridge resident Paula O’Connor towards naming rights of the new multipurpose building

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St. Luke’s Church brings taste of summer to community Winter farmers market links Park Ridge church to interfaith sustainability cooperative

by JonatHan saMples STAff RepoRTeR

jsamples@buglenewspapers.com @strikechords

Farmers markets, warm weather and street festivals are just a few of the things that make spring and summer in the Chicago area great.

And while recent subzero temperatures have pretty much dashed any chance of being festive in the street, Park Ridge residents will soon be able to get their farmers-market fix in the coming weeks. St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 105 N. Prospect Ave., will host its fourth annual indoor winter farmers market on Jan. 24. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the church’s Henderson Hall.

“Well, the purpose of it is to continue to support local farmers, local growers and local producers through the off season,” said Gail Larson, a St. Luke’s volunteer who is helping coordinate the event. “Of course, the products will vary a bit from the summer time.”

Although the market will not have as much produce as its counterparts

in the summer, Larson noted that there will be a variety of winter vegetables, jarred preservatives and jams, frozen meats, dried fruits, cheeses, and Fair Trade coffee and chocolate. Other products, such as hand-spun yarn and soap, also will be available to purchase.

Additionally, customers this year can use supplemental nutritional assistance program benefits, such as a Link Card, to purchase food at the markets.

“The idea is to encourage local farmers to come out, sell their wares and hopefully get over this slow time of year for them,” Larson said.

St. Luke’s indoor winter farmers market is sponsored by Faith in Place, an interfaith organization that works with diverse people of faith to encourage better care for the earth.

Callie Mabry, spokeswoman for Faith in Place, said the organization partners with congregations throughout the Chicago area to host a series of indoor farmers markets from November to March.

PHOTO COURTESY OF ST. LUKE’S LUTHERAN CHURCH

St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 105 N. Prospect Ave., will host its fourth annual indoor winter farmers market on Jan. 24. from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

“There aren’t as many opportunities for local farmers to sell their goods during the winter months because it’s cold outside,” Mabry said, adding that they usually sponsor about 15 indoor markets each season. “This gives them that opportunity and it keeps money in our local communities.”

According to the organization’s

Park District > niles

Volunteer coach enters race for park district commissioner Jason Trunco is 1 of 5 candidates running for three open seats

by JonatHan saMples STAff RepoRTeR

jsamples@buglenewspapers.com @strikechords

Jason Trunco, a father of four and volunteer soccer coach, announced his candidacy for the Niles Park District Board of Commissioners last month.

Trunco,34,will join fouradditional candidates who are looking to fill three open commissioner seats in the April 7 municipal election.

“I’m going to be apart of this park district for probably the next 15 years,” Trunco said in reference to his children. “I want to make sure it keeps going in the right direction.”

Trunco is running against incumbent commissioners Ray Czarnik and Patrick Byrne, who are seeking reelection to Jason trUnco four-year terms ParK DistriCt CommissioNer on the board. CaNDiDate Chris Cohen will challengeincumbentcommissioner Chris Zalinski for a two-year term.

Trunco said the current board is doing a great job, but dded that the board could benefit from someone with his level of involvement in park district programs and the experience he has gained as a current member of the Skomor Soccer Club’s Board of Directors.

“Through my personal relationships, I’ll be able to bring different perspectives to the

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board,” Trunco said.

Additionally, Trunco noted that the owners of two Niles businesses, Celli’s Beef and Play Book Sports Bar, have endorsed his candidacy.

website, everything sold at the different indoor winter farmers markets comes from a farm located within 250 miles of Chicago or is made by vendors using locally and sustainably grown goods for a minimum of 25 percent of their ingredients.

In addition to the indoor markets, Mabry said Faith in Place

has many additional programs that address various aspects of environmental sustainability within different faith communities.

These programs include energy efficiency, advocacy, and food and sustainable land use.

For a full schedule of upcoming markets or more information, visit www.faithinplace.org.

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Bringer Inn draws Playmate for video slot launch 2014 Playmate of the Year to attend meet and greet for launch of the new Playboy video slot machine by cHris Zois foR The BuGle

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To tie in with the release of their new Playboy video slot, the Bringer Inn in Morton Grove will be hosting a meet and greet with the 2014 Playmate of the Year Kennedy Summers later this month.

The Bringer Inn, 6230 Lincoln Ave., has been a staple in the Morton Grove area since the

1900’s. It has gone through several iterations over the years, but one incarnation the bar has been proud of is being the first bar in Illinois to have video gaming.

The Bringer Inn introduced video slots in September 2012 and owner Mike Cummings said that this addition to the bar has been a hit. Patrons are offered several different game options and even a VIP club where they can game for free.

Cummings and company

wanted to make a splash for their newest game, Bally’s Playboy Hot Zone. Morris Gaming, which created the new game, approached Bringer Inn about installing it and having an event to celebrate the launch. Bringer Inn has had several models come in to help promote games, and Cummings said the bar is excited for the meet and greet with Summers.

“For generations Playboy has been a social icon,” he said. “To have the huge honor of hosting Playboy’s video slot and the 2014 Playmate of the Year is something Bringer Inn is ecstatic about.”

Morris Gaming is also looking forward the crowd’s reacts to the meet and greet.

Dean Bagnola, an account executive with Morris Gaming, said that this event is not only a celebration for the launch of the new game, but also for the patrons of Bringer Inn. “Morris Gaming prides itself on working with clients like Bringer Inn to bring the most rewarding experiences to video slot players,”

bringer inn in will host a meet and greet with the 2014 Playmate of the year Kennedy summers on Jan. 22. the Playboy video slot is a five-reel, 40-line video slot machine that gives users the chance to win up to $500 per winning hand and features videos and pictures highlighting Playboy’s past.

(Photos Courtesy of Morris Gaming) Bagnola said. “Giving Bringer Inn video slot players the opportunity to meet the Playmate of the Year is such a unique way to introduce this popular game.”

Kennedy, too, is looking forward to the meet and greet.

“I couldn’t be more excited than to be meeting the patrons of Bringer Inn,” she said in a release.

The game itself is a five-reel,

40-line slot video machine that gives users the chance to win up to $500 per winning hand and features videos and pictures highlighting Playboy’s past.

Cummings said that this is a great opportunity for the bar and hopes that customers will enjoy the launch, which takes place Jan. 22 at 7p.m. For more information about the meet and greet, visit www.bringerinn.net.

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Suspect charged in 7-Eleven robbery Arlington Heights man also suspected of four robberies in nearby Des Plaines

by Niles police investigators.

Police said Flippens entered the 7-Eleven at approximately 3:05 a.m. Nov. 7 and asked the clerk about cigarettes. Flippens allegedly lifted his sweatshirt to reveal a handgun in his waistband, told the clerk not to push any alarm buttons and The Niles Police asked for the money in the Department said they register. have charged a 26-yearThe clerk then placed old Arlington Heights the money in a bag and man in connection to the subject left the store, an armed robbery that according to police. occurred at a 7-Eleven Des Plaines police convenience store in Martell arrested Flippens on Jan. November.

Martell Flippens of 1 as a suspect in four Flippens was charged Courtesy the Niles Police robberies that occurred with one count of Department in Des Plaines between aggravated robbery with a firearm after being interviewed October and November.

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Police to offer online reporting option Service allows the public to file a report when it is most convenient without having to wait for an officer to respond The Niles Police Department announced last week that it is offering the public a new online police reporting option.

This Web-based reporting system will allow the public to use the internet to file certain incident types, such as minor theft, vehicle burglary, lost property, hit and run, and crime tips. Niles police said they expects this internetbased reporting service to be very popular among citizens who have come to expect police services to be provided immediately and conveniently online.

The service will allow the public to file a report at a time that is best for them without having to wait for an officer to respond or call them back, as well as print a temporary copy of the report upon its submission.

The report would then be reviewed by police personnel and once approved the filing person would receive an email with a copy of the report attached without cost. The report will transfer into the Niles Police Departments

web-based crime reporting

The Web-based crime reporting service can be accessed by visiting www.nilespd.com and selecting the File A Police Report icon in the middle of the page.

records management system and receive the same investigation and statistical analysis ability as if the report had been filed by a police officer.

This Web-based reporting option will provide officers more time to address community needs, while keeping pace with the public expectancy to complete services via the internet, according to Niles police. The Niles Police Department will use the Desk Officer Online Reporting System from San Ramon, California-based software company Coplogic. The Web-based crime reporting service can be accessed by visiting www.nilespd.com and selecting the File A Police Report icon in the middle of the page.

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www.cookcountycrimestoppers.org • 800.535.stop Thursday, January 15, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com The following items were compiled from the official reports of the Niles, Park Ridge and Morton Grove 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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Michael A. Taibleson, 27, 2747 Fitch St., Chicago, was arrested at 2:30 p.m. Dec. 22 in the 6100 block of Touhy for retail theft.

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Janyssa E. Young, 20, 339 W. Garfield, Chicago, was arrested at 3:30 p.m. Dec. 22 at the Golf Mill Mall for retail theft.

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Takiah M. Dudley, 22, 2335 Foster, Evanston, was arrested at 7:35 p.m. Dec. 24 in the 5600 block of Touhy Avenue for retail theft.

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Angeline C. Bello, 36, 10425 Dearlove Road, Glenview, was arrested at 5:45 p.m. Dec. 26 in the 8500 block of Golf Road for retail theft.

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Peter J. Abraham, 53, 7453 W. Seward, Niles, was arrested at 4:43 p.m. Dec. 27 on Howard and Nora for driving on suspended license and possession of a suspended license.

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Stephanie Beecher, 44, 241 Montgomery Lane, Glenview, was arrested at 7:48 p.m. Dec. 29 in the 8500 block of Golf Road for retail theft.

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Lizzette M. Flores, 32, 4826 W. Dakin, Chicago, was arrested at 7:09 p.m. Dec. 30 in the 6100 block of Touhy for retail theft.

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Jimmy D. Gerontzos, 23, 8019 Merrill, Niles, was arrested at 1:04 a.m. Jan. 1 in the 7500 block of Milwaukee for driving under the influence and possession of cannabis.

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Deontae M. Hutchinson, 18, 1716 Brown, Evanston, was arrested at 3:20 a.m. Jan. 1 on Ballard and Maryland for driving on suspended license.

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Jorell Ilario Diaz, 24, 2157 Sprucewood, Des Plaines, was arrested at 3:40 a.m. Jan. 2 in the 8700 block of Milwaukee for a warrant.

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Eareca Hall, 35, 1346 N. Springfield, was arrested at 11:27 p.m. Jan. 3 in the 7800 block of Milwaukee for driving on suspended license.

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Park Ridge Mario A. Lopez, 19, 1000 block of River Road, Des Plaines, was arrested at 8:02 p.m. Dec. 31 in the 800 block of Busse Highway for aggravated driving under the influence of alcohol, blood alcohol content over 0.08, improper lane usage and damage to city property.

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Sometime between 5:50 p.m. and 6:10 p.m. Dec. 26, unknown offender(s) used an unknown pry tool to damage a door and break the latch to gain entry into a residence in the 2900 block of West Sibley. Nothing appeared to have been taken.

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Sometime between 8:30 p.m.

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unknown offender(s) scratched and dented a door and window trim with possibly a slim-jim in order to gain entry into a 2000 GMC Denalli parked in the 100 block of North

Seminary.Thetrim aroundthe stereo in vehicle was pried off damaging the stereo. Nothing appeared to be missing from vehicle.

Sometime between 5:30 p.m.

Dec. 28 and 8 a.m. Dec. 29, unknown offender(s) spray-painted graffiti on a garage door in the 100 block of West Belle Plaine.

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Sometime between 9 a.m.

Dec. 22 and 5 p.m. Dec. 29, unknown offender(s) spray painted obscenities on a driveway in the 300 block of South Crescent and on a window of a 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander.

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Sometime between 12:01 a.m.

Dec. 26 and 7:30 a.m. Dec. 29, unknown offender(s) broke off the side mirror by unknown means and threw a large rock through the window of a 1997 Honda Civic parked in the 100 block of North Grace.

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Morton Grove Abraham T. Vadakaramcherry,

18 24, of Mount Prospect, was arrested on Dec. 29 in the 9100 block of Central for speeding and possession of a controlled substance. The subject was found to be in possession of ecstasy.

Odisho, 22, of Niles, 19 Akad was arrested on Dec. 29 on Dempster Street and Austin for driving while license suspended.

The subject was stopped for traffic violations and found to have a suspended driver’s license.

David Sarkes, 37, of Niles, was arrested on Jan. 1 in the 8300 block of Waukegan Road for driving under the influence.

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Nelly Cherkezova, 53, of Glenview, was arrested on Jan. 4 in the 7800 block of Central for hit and run.

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Helio Lopez, 47, of Chicago,

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9200 block of Waukegan Road for theft. The subject was observed stealing tires from Just Tires.

Jakub Zientek, 29, of Niles, arrested on Jan. 4 on Athletic and Dempster Street for possession of drug paraphernalia.

The subject was an occupant in a vehicle stopped for traffic violations and found to be in possession of hypodermic needles.

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Aaron H. Hardin, 34, was

24 arrested on Jan. 5 in the 5700 block of Keeney for driving while license suspended, no insurance, and possession of cannabis and drug paraphernalia. The subject caused a vehicle crash and found to be in possession of cannabis and a grinder.

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attorneys say you’re regularly breaking some law or code every day. Even cops think a lot of laws are stupid. The worse are when law enforcement becomes a revenue stream and money maker. Talk about Words are an expression of thought a conflict of interest.

A large part of the difficulty rests in and have meaning. From the 1800s the schizophrenia inherent to 1960s, peace officer was in our current system. The the term used to describe police are supposed to lawmen in America. Today, prevent crime. How do you the term is law enforcement do that without reading officer or LEO. Think about minds? Politicians think they the difference between those can manage every aspect of two titles. human behavior and so pass We can tell what peace law after law, all for a good is pretty easily. Violence, anotHer cause, but with the net effect the threats of violence, and perspective With morgaN that people lose respect crimes against property and Dubiel for laws. If the police aren’t persons are all examples of politically correct enough, what isn’t peacefulness. We should all have the peaceful benefit then they could lose their careers. I of our jobs, travel and homes. Loud am certain Darren Wilson didn’t wake music and behavior, jay walking, up that fateful morning knowing how and striking or protesting all can the day would unfold. The response approach or even cross the threshold to the death of Michael Brown was anything but peaceful, and this is of peacefulness.

The above examples of things that another critical point: There are those disturb the peace are all patently that gain from misery.

The race-baiters had a field day obvious. They are things so simple and direct that we can teach them to because Wilson was white and Brown was black. Racism is the opposite of the very youngest children.

The federal government just added peace, yet there is no evidence that some 3,000 new laws and regulations Wilson is a racist or targeted Brown to the already overstuffed federal because of his race.

People incited a riot for their code. Nobody really knows how many laws are on the books. Toss in own personal benefit. Looting isn’t state, county and local laws and there justice. The idea of “social justice” are a lot of laws to enforce. Defense is contrary to Americanism where

Ferguson is worse off after the rioting destroyed businesses and little in the way of “reform,” if any were really needed, has or will happen once the media tires of the story.” individuals are judged guilty only by their own actions. Blaming a group for the actions of an individual is what bigots do. Monday morning quarterbacking from the safety and comfort of your Lazy-Boy chair is bad enough, but racializing every black/ white incident leads to destruction and even death.

Ferguson is worse off after the rioting destroyed businesses and little in the way of “reform,” if any were really needed, has or will happen once the media tires of the story. The situation is complicated, but murdering innocent cops is bloodthirsty and wrong. Those who encouraged it should also be held to account.

The purpose of laws is peace. No one can be at peace in lawlessness, but too many laws also disturb the peace. The police cannot solve the serious problems of the breakdown of the family and society; they can only react to it. I’d like to see a return to the term “peace officer.” It better reflects the goal we all want: Peace.

What do you think?

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goes to hawks Maine South tops Niles West By mike sandrolini sports reporter

mike@nilesbugle.com @Voyager_Sport

Maine South’s 67-47 CSL South victory over Niles West last Friday marked the Hawks’ first contest in nearly two weeks.

But the long layoff—coupled with the fact that classes were cancelled most of last week due to subzero temperatures—didn’t seem to affect the Hawks, who overcame an 11-8 first-quarter deficit by running off 12 straight points and taking a 2011 just one minute into the second quarter.

“It was important for us to get up and down the floor a little bit … I felt like I hollered a lot (during the game), but to be honest with you, I just haven’t hollered in two weeks,” Maine South coach Tony Lavorato said with a grin afterward.

The Hawks (12-2), No. 15 in the latest Comcast Sportsnet Chicago’s Prep Basketball Power Rankings, are brimming with confidence after a 2-1 showing in the Proviso West Holiday Tournament, where they defeated Uplift and Proviso East (also ranked).

“We need to be better, but what we proved to ourselves is we can play at that level and we can win at that level,” Lavorato said. “We need to improve the second half of the year. We’ll be a different team in February and March than we were in December. It was a good midseason test and we passed it.”

Their only loss was to top-ranked Stevenson, which also has been ranked in the top 10 nationally by MaxPreps. And the Hawks played the Patriots even, well into the

fourth quarter.

“It was fun,” said senior guard Caleb deMarigny, who scored seven points and had seven assists vs.

Niles West. “It was a fun challenge and hopefully we’ll see them again down the road in our sectional. It’s always good to go against the best and test yourself.”

“I think that we’re much better than we were before that tournament,” added senior forward Davis Neilands, who had 10 points.

“After that tournament, it made us a much better team since we were pretty much in the whole game with Stevenson, the No. 1 team in the state. We have so much confidence now going into every game we play.

I think we’re a better team now.”

Senior George Sargeant led the Hawks with 19 points and seven rebounds, junior Jon Arenas pumped in 18 points and had five rebounds, and senior Nick Ruben came off the bench to contribute six rebounds and five assists against the Wolves.

“We were happy with our effort,” Lavorato said. “We’ve got to clean some things up but we’ve got to keep moving in the right direction.

I thought we got some good bench play; we went deep in our bench.

Danny Wonosowicz, Nick Foldvary, Brad Perry, Milos Ljiljak, guys like that came in and contributed really well.”

Niles West was eliminated from the 84th annual Pontiac Holiday Tournament held the last week of December after losing consecutive games, but the Wolves won their first game of the new year, 74-65, over Wheeling on Jan. 6. Evan Hines

photo by Mike Sandrolini

Jon Arenas scored 18 points in Maine South’s 67-47 win over Niles West Friday. netted 22 points, Jojo Rios 15 and Mirsad Makic 10.

Hines, however, failed to reach double digits against the Hawks.

Rios, Octavius Parker and Mario Ljubic each finished with 10 points.

“Offensively we just didn’t execute anything really,” said Niles West coach Bob Williams. “Part of it’s Maine South’s defense and what they do; they’ve played that matchup zone for years and part of it was our lack of execution.

I’m disappointed in that, but I’m guessing a lot of teams that play Maine South say that.

“We’re looking to find our identity. Right now we’re just really struggling to find some guys that really want to work to play. They all want to play, but you’ve got to

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do certain things consistently and right now we haven’t shown a whole lot of consistency.”

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Steegmueller hoping state for state bid By mike sandrolini sports reporter

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Niles West all-arounder Catherine Steegmueller ran into some misfortune in her bid at last February’s sectionals to become the Wolves’ first state qualifier since Katelynn Johnson on the uneven bars in 2009.

Steegmueller, now a senior, was about to dismount from her bars routine when the tension bar gave way, causing her to injure herself.

She was allowed to re-do the routine, but she ended up a point shy of qualifying.

Sue Arcus, her coach, is hopeful that Steegmueller, a threetime sectional qualifier, will get downstate this time around.

“That’s definitely her goal for this year,” said Arcus of Steegmueller, who placed second on the bars at the recent Glenbrook North invite.

“Catherine is just a true joy to work with; she’s an amazing young lady with great concentration, focus and drive.”

The Wolves had to work through injuries and illness early this season. Each member of the team had contracted the flu, and Steegmueller dealt with some upper back pain and a whiplash— the result of getting rear-ended in a car accident.

Niles West was dealt a setback as junior all-arounder Piper Farrell, who had surgery on her right hip last year to repair a torn labrum, now has to undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum on her left hip. She will miss the season.

“She’s still in gym every day and helping out with the girls and being a great leader that way,” Arcus said.

Meanwhile, senior all-arounder Haley Melnick is just getting out of a boot cast after breaking a bone in her foot in October. And sophomore all-arounder Emily Stegich is on the mend following a severe heel bruise.

“We’re hoping now that this is it,” Arcus said. “We’ve got our sicknesses out of the way so enjoy a healthy second half of the season.”

Arcus considers her No. 2 gymnast to be sophomore allarounder Karina Marin, who’s in her first season on the squad. She competed on a club team last year and has an older sister, Jenny, who also was a Wolves gymnast.

Haley Aicholzer is another sophomore all-arounder whose signature events are bars and beam. Sophomore Claire Embil will be on the vault, floor exercise and beam, and senior Haley Melnick is an all-arounder but competes mainly on the floor exercise.

MAINE SOUTH Tessa Robinson, in her third season as Hawks coach, would like to see her entire club qualify for sectionals in February.

“We have a strong team overall,” she said. “We just need the girls to be healthy and do what they can. I think they’ll be able to meet that goal.”

As for getting an individual qualifier through to state, Robinson isn’t expecting it, yet isn’t ruling it out, either. Maine South’s last state qualifier was Haleigh Sir in the floor exercise two years ago.

“If it happens and you’re at that point at the end of the season, that would be great,” she said.

Junior all-arounder Carly Berns and senior floor exercise specialist Lauryn Rotonda are the team’s co-captains. Berns is a returning sectional qualifier and Rotonda is bidding to get to sectionals this year.

“Lauryn is very strong on the floor, and a beautiful dancer and performer,” Robinson said.

“I expect Carly to qualify for sectionals in all events. She has a good amount of difficulty in her routines, and she’s working on increasing difficulty on the floor and the vault.”

Sophomore all-arounders Sara Ignoffo and Alysa Chiovatero both are returning sectional qualifiers.

Ingoffo’s best events are the floor and vault, while the beam and bars are Chiovatero’s strongest events.

Classmate Eric Clements, an allarounder and varsity letterwinner last year, just started back with the team after having ankle surgery.

“We’re hoping by the end of the season that she’s performing at a level she was at last year,” Robinson said.

Two freshman, Natalie Triffo and Micayla Paterno, and sophomore Anna Seenarain are varsity newcomers, but all three come from a club background.

MAINE EAST New coach Neil Adamson, the Maine Co-op boys gymnastics

photo by Mike Sandrolini

Catherine Steegmueller looks to qualify for state this year for Niles West. coach from 2010-2014, inherits a team with a core of experienced gymnasts, including senior allarounders Aornina Abram and Zainab Naser, junior all-arounders Mary Iliopoulos and Susana Spodenkiewicz, and Rachel Maurer, a senior who competes

on bars, vault and beam.

“My primary expectations come in the form of the gymnasts gaining a better mental perspective on their skills and routines in order to free them from inconsistencies that arise from over-thinking,” Adamson said. “The secondary

goal, which will hopefully grow out of the first, is to break a score of 120.00 this year and build a foundation for an ever-improving team over the next few years that will be able to climb out of the lower rankings in the state and be competitive with more teams.”

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Dons take undefeated Lake Forest to OT By mike sandrolini sports reporter

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One of the area’s most intriguing boys basketball games last weekend took place in Lake Forest last Friday night, where the undefeated Scouts—16-0 and ranked sixth in the latest Comcast Sportsnet Chicago’s Prep Basketball Power Rankings— needed every one of star Evan Boudreaux’s game-high 38 points to top Notre Dame, 82-78, in overtime.

Boudreaux, a 6-7 senior forward who is committed to Dartmouth, tallied 25 of his total in the second

half. However, Dons’ standouts Joe Mooney and Ammar Becar brought their “A” games to Lake Forest, with Mooney pouring in 32 points—20 in the second half— and Becar scoring 28, including a three-pointer from the perimeter that sent the game into overtime.

“We were coming down and looking at that last shot,” said Notre Dame coach Tom Les. “Everybody ran at Joe, and he made a good decision. Ammar made a good cut; he stepped out to three-point line and he drained it. He’s made big shots for us and he’s a very confident player. Both he and Joe, we trust the ball in their hands.”

The Dons (ranked 19th in the CSN poll) opened up a 25-15 lead in the second quarter, but Les was correct in his hunch that the Scouts would mount a comeback.

They cut Notre Dame’s lead to 3433 at intermission, went up 35-34 in the third quarter and led until Becar’s trey.

“I knew they were going to come storming back,” Les said.

“We were not going to run away from everybody, especially at their place. It was a very good atmosphere.”

Mooney had eight points in OT for the Dons (11-3, 2-0), who hosted Loyola on Tuesday night and then take on 2013-14 Class 4A state runner-up Benet Academy in an ESCC matchup Thursday.

The Dons then participate in the Wheaton Warrenville South Martin Luther King tourney Saturday and Monday.

“Benet had a great Christmas tournament,” Les said. “Coach (Gene) Heidkamp does a good job; my guess is they’re rounding into shape. Loyola always is a neighborhood game so it’s going to be a fun week for us. We’re going to go through a tough stretch, but we’re playing at least 10 players in every game. I feel confident in my bench so we’re feeling pretty good going into this stretch.”

•Maine East finished runnerup at the Luther North Christmas Tournament for the second straight year, and the Demons were hoping to use their performance as a springboard into the second half of the season at rival Maine West last Friday.

But the Demons (4-9, 0-4) relinquished a 10-point lead in the third quarter and ended up losing to the Warriors, 52-47.

Maine West entered the game with a 1-11 record.

“We struggled to score from that point,” said Maine East coach Dave Genis. “We were

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very disconnected on the floor offensively and defensively. Our best players didn’t play like our best players. We were mentally flat and physically flat, and allowed them to grind back into the ballgame.”

Nick Kanjou finished with nine points and six rebounds, and Ezeke Omeke had eight points and five rebounds.

Maine South head coach Mark Smith and the Hawks held a closed-door meeting over the holiday break after finishing 2014 with a 7-10 record.

“We wanted to start the new year with a new commitment to our system,” Smith said. “We recommitted to the bread-andbutter staples of our program. We worked hard in the film room and on the court (in practice).”

Smith also has shuffled his backcourt, putting junior Julia Sirvinskas at point guard and moving Sam Fagenholz, also a junior, to two-guard.

If Maine South’s dominating 5227 win at Niles West last Friday is any indication, the Hawks could be well on their way to better things during the second half of the season.

Sirvinskas scored 14 points in her new role, Elizabeth Skoronski added nine, Jackie Ostojic eight and Nina Anderson seven.

Defensively, the Hawks did a good job containing the Wolves’ top scorers, Hilma Mededovic and Julia Easter, each of whom were limited to six points.

Although Jaylnn Estrada scored 11 points for the Wolves, Maine South (8-10, 2-3) held Niles West four-year varsity guard Katherine DeLara scoreless.

“We did a nice job on their three guards (Estrada, DeLara and Nicole Lopatin),” Smith said.

The Wolves (10-7) defeated

Deerfield Jan. 6 in a CSL crossover game, 51-35. Mededovic was their leading scorer with 14 points; Easter added 11.

•Resurrection won two games last week—38-30 over Regina Dominican on Jan. 6 and 47-42 over St. Ignatius last Friday. The Bandits, now 11-5 overall, were scheduled to play Maine East Jan. 7, but the game was postponed due to extreme weather conditions.

Against Regina, Jessica Pawula scored 16 points, Maddie Larsen had 14 points and 11 rebounds, and Taylor Farrell added six steals and six rebounds. Monica Nunez pumped in 20 points in the win against St. Ignatius, Farrell added 14 points and Pawula finished with 11.

•Maine East, which trailed Maine West by seven points during halftime of their CSL North showdown last Friday, pulled to within a point of the Warriors, 3635, in the fourth quarter. Leading scorer Janelle Alba-Garner, however, fouled out with around two minutes to go in the game, and the Demons couldn’t get over the hump, losing 42-38.

“We had the (defensive) stops but we just couldn’t capitalize (in the fourth quarter),” said Maine East coach Karol Hanusiak. “The ball didn’t go in the basket but the kids played hard.

“We’re close, but we just have to figure out a way to put that complete game together. Going 6 of 13 from the free-throw line doesn’t help.”

Alba-Garner scored 11 points prior to fouling out for the Demons (5-10, 1-4).

“There’s definitely (been) improvement from the beginning of the year,” Hanusiak said. “We finally have our whole team intact playing. It’ll be interesting to see how they handle the second half.”

Minooka in the first game of the MLK Classic, hosted by Galesburg.

The Hawks travel to Galesburg for the remainder of the tourney, with games versus Warren and Rockford East on Saturday. They’ll finish up on Martin Luther King Day against the host Silver Streaks, who are off to their best start (17-0) in the school’s 100-plus year history.

Galesburg topped Dunlap, 62-50,

in its MLK Classic opener last week behind 25 points by Ethan Meeker, who hit seven of 11 shots from the arc. The Silver Streaks are ranked fifth in the latest Associated Press Class 3A state poll. The Hawks face Dunlap in their tourney finale on Monday.

“So it’s four really good games,” Lavorato said. “It’s a great opportunity.”

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District receives $400K grant Open Space Lands Acquisition and Development grant to be used towards Prospect Park development

Former Gov. Pat Quinn announced on Jan. 3 that the Park Ridge Park District is one of the 75 park and recreation a g e n c i e s Gayle throughout the Mountcastle Park Ridge Park state to receive District Executive an Open Director Space Lands Acquisition and Development grant for fiscal year 2015.

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Dan Kotowski and John Mulroe, and state reps.

Mike McAuliffe and Marty Moylan for their continued support of grant programs that improve Illinois park and recreation agencies.” has been awarded $400,000 to be used towards the development of Prospect Park, located at 733 N. Prospect Ave., formerly the

Youth Campus property.

“The park district is grateful to receive this grant,” Executive Director Gayle Mountcastle said.

“The park district thanks Gov. Quinn, state sens. Dan Kotowski and John Mulroe, and state reps. Mike McAuliffe and Marty Moylan for their continued support of grant programs that improve Illinois park and recreation agencies.”

The park district plans to create open space and recreational activities at Prospect Park.

Park District officials said asbestos abatement is planned to begin soon on the property, and the project is anticipated to go out to bid at the end of January.

For more information about the project, visit www.prparks.org.

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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 5888420.

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.” Advanced registration is required for programs. 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.

Niles Rhythm Band members needed!

Keep a beat or sing along!

Everyone is welcome to join this fun band. Call 847-588-8420 for more information.

Tax Volunteers Needed!

Volunteers are needed for the AARP Tax Aide Program. If you are interested in being trained to be an electronic filer, please contact Kelly Mickle at (847)588-8420. Training takes place in early January. Tax appointments are scheduled from early February through mid-April.

Dinner & Movie ‘Blended’ (PG 13 2014) Tuesday, Jan. 20, 5 p.m, $2M/$3NM Starring: Adam Sandler & Drew Barrymore. “After a bad blind date, a man and woman find themselves stuck together at a resort for families, where their attraction grows as their respective kids benefit from the burgeoning relationship.” Dinner includes hot dog, chips & dessert.

SCRAM #1, Mail Scam & Fraud Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2 p.m. Free with registration.

Presented by the Niles Police Department. SCRAM, Senior Crime Reduction Awareness Matters is a program that will increase a seniors awareness of crimes as they relate to you daily life.

These scams target seniors and soon to be seniors including mail fraud, funeral planning fraud and medical equipment fraud. Open to everyone.

2014 Mid-Term Elections Friday, Jan. 30, 12:15-2 p.m, $10M/$15NM How They Set the Stage for

Relations Between Congress and the White House with Julie Strauss, Oakton Community College Professor. First we will review the 2014 results, what themes and strategies paid off and which failed.

Then we will examine how a change in Senate majority and leadership and an increase in the House majority affected relations with the White House and their respective policy agendas. We will focus on immigration, the issues. Lunch includes a cheeseburger, chips and dessert.

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Pancake Brunch with the Men’s Club Monday, Feb. 9, 9:30-11 a.m, $5M/$7.50NM Enjoy a pancake brunch cooked by the guys. Play some games for prizes! All are invited.

Bossa Nova with Jim Kendros Wednesday, Feb. 11, 10 a.m., $5M/$7.50NM Enjoy the warm, breezy charm of The Bossa Nova. When you hear its “new beat” you’ll know why it captured the hearts of music lovers in the early 1950’s and continues to do so today. Jim will share with us the magic of Bossa Nova favorites, including the greatest Bossa Nova song of all time.

“Matter of Balance” Program (8 classes) Thursdays, Feb. 19-April 9, 9:3011:30 a.m. $15M/$20NM Many older adults experience concerns about falling and may restrict their activities.

This evidence-based program is designed to improve fall awareness and increase general activity levels.

It will also emphasize practical strategies to lessen the risk of falling.

Instructors: Brigitte Powidzki RN, BSN, and Julene Lavelli, RNC, LCSW, CADC

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 NonResident Couple: $70 Resident, $99 NonResident 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

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Volunteer help needed at the reception desk of the Center of Concern in Park Ridge

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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

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 manyinterestsandhobbies;Monthly Newsletter delivered to your home; and Volunteer Opportunities.

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

assistance enabling them to live with dignity and independence. Call Jim at 847-823-0453. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

. Come with questions.

Handicrafters: 1st Thursday of the month, 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!

Weekly Drop in Programs These activities are open to members. Non-members pay a

$2 daily admission if participating in these programs. For further information on any of these activities, please contact the registration office at 847-692-3597.

Monday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise $3/class; • 9:30-noon, Ceramics $7/class; • 10:30-11:30 a.m., Exercise $3/ class; • 1-4 p.m., Pinochle (Second Monday of the month), Free;

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Andrew F. Beierwaltes, Jr. Andrew F. Beierwaltes, Jr., age 84, a veteran of the Korean War and beloved husband of Barbara, nee Lang; loving father of Mark (Mauricio), Andrew (Maggie), David (Sandie), Mary (John) Metoyer, Thomas (Cheryl), Cathy (Jon) Johnson, and Greg (Karen); dearest grandfather of Julie, Drew, Kristen, Jonathon, Ashley, Haley, Evan, Marissa, Nicole, Michael, Makenna, and Kailyn; and fond brother of Lois (George) Kalvelage, Marilyn (the late Stan) Bush, Rev. Charles C.S.s.R., the late Robert (the late Joan), the late Gerry (the late Norman) Weidner, the late Sr. Marie Celine O.S.F. Funeral Services were Friday, Jan. 2, at 10:30 a.m. from Skaja

Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles, to St. John Brebeuf Church for 11:30 a.m. Mass. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. Visitation was Thursday, Jan. 1, from 3-9 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Vincent de Paul Society St. John Brebeuf Conference or The Women’s Center - 5116 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago IL 60630 will be appreciated.

He was a Past Grand Knight North American Martyrs K of C 4338, Past President of St. John Brebeuf Holy Name Society, Charter President of St. Vincent de Paul Society, St. Mary Conference; Scouter for 50 years B.S.A., and State Farm Insurance Agent for more than 35 years. For more information, call 847-966-7302 or visit www.skajafuneralhomes.com.

• 2:30-3:30 p.m. Uketones, Free; and • Anytime, Cards and games, Free.

Tuesday • 9 a.m. Police Breakfast (3rd Tues of the month), Free; • 9:30am–noon, Ceramics $7/class; • 12:30-3 p.m., Mah-Jongg, Free; • 1 p.m., Bunco (3rd Tues of the month), Free; • 1–4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free.

Wednesday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise, $3/class; • 9:30 a.m.–noon, Social Worker, Free; • 10:30–11:30 a.m., Exercise, $3/ class; • 1-4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • 1:30 p.m., Computer Club (1st Wed of the month), Free; • 6:30-9:30 p.m., Wed. Night Bridge Group, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free.

Thursday • 9–11 a.m., Woodcarving, Free; • 10:15–11:15 a.m., Humanities, Free; • 1–4:30 p.m. Couple’s Bridge (2nd Thurs of the month), Free • 1–4:30 p.m. Pinochle (3rd Thurs of the month), Free • 1–4:30 p.m., Table Tennis, Free; • Anytime, Cards & Games, Free.

Friday • 9–10 a.m., Exercise, $3/class; • 9 a.m.-noon, Duplicate Bridge, Free; • 9:30-10:30 a.m., Blood Pressure & Blood Sugar Screening (3rd Fri. of the month), Free; • 10:30–11:30 a.m., Exercise, $3/ class; • 1-4:30 p.m., Games, Free.

Saturday • 1-5 p.m., Pinochle, Free.

Sunday • 1-5 p.m., Bridge Mixer, Free; • 1-5 p.m., Pinochle, (4th Sun. of the month), Free.

MONEY MATTERS with Chris Valentine Mondays, Jan. 19, 10 a.m.

Chris Valentine from Edward Jones presents a free program of financial tips and answers your questions. Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

PARK RIDGE CHORALIERS Fridays, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 at 1 p.m.

Do you love to sing? Join our

chorus to sing great music with great friends! There is a yearly fee of $54 to cover the cost of the accompanist.

OPERA ARTS CLUB with Leo Rizzetto Thursday, Jan. 8, noon Arrigo Boito’s “Mefistofele” will be shown. Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

ARK RIDGE POLICE BREAKFAST Tuesday, Jan. 20, 9 a.m.

Free breakfast with program to follow. Breakfast is provided courtesy of Panera Bread and Jewel.

Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

TECH TIME Tuesday, Jan. 20, 11 a.m.-noon Do you have a new tablet, cell phone, or laptop? Stop by! Park Ridge Senior 100 S. Western Ave., 847-692-3597.

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.

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.

The Center of Concern The mission of The Center of Concern is to provide housing assistance, support services, and counseling for seniors, the disabled, and others in need, enabling them to live with dignity and independence.

The Center’s web site is www. centerofconcern.org.

Volunteers 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 Tracey at 847-823-0453 or email Tholmes@centerofconcern. org. Very flexible hours and other volunteer opportunities are available.

Calendar of Events 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 847-823-0453 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, or 9 a.m. to noon Friday.

Volunteer opportunities

Wills and Powers of Attorney

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.

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.

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,

Upcoming events in your area T hursday, January 15, 2015 | ni lesbug le.com

JANUARY 15

Hot Ticket - The HundredFoot Journey. 2-4 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. The Kadam family leaves India for France, where they open a restaurant directly across the road from Madame Mallore’s Michelin-starred eatery. Cast: Helen Mirren, Om Puri. (2014, PG, 2 hr). For more information, call 847965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/ events.

Introduction to Word.

7-8:30 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Learn how to format, proof, print and save documents. Registration limited to 6. Morton Grove residents have priority. Registration for Do More with Microsoft Word 2010 and Advanced Word 2010 also opens on Dec. 22. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl. org/events.

JANUARY 16

Kids Flicks - ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’. 4 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove.T he thrilling second chapter of the epic How To Train Your Dragon trilogy brings us back to the fantastical world of Hiccup and Toothless.

Film details: 2014, PG, 1 hour, 42 minutes. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl. org/events.

JANUARY 17

Frozen Fest. All day at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Feel the Chill? Get even closer to the ice with tickets to a Chicago Wolves hockey game. Drawings will be held throughout the day. Events include Drop-in Craft: Snowflake Wand, Kids Flicks: Frozen singalong, Tic-Tac-Toe with Sven and Olaf, and Drama Club. Stop by the Youth Services Desk to be entered to win. For more information and times, call 847-965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

IceLand Grand Opening. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Iceland Sports Complex, 8435 Ballard Road, Niles.

Join staff for a fun filled community event at the newly renovated IceLand Sports Complex. Niles Park District is celebrating with a grand opening and free public skate. This event will feature a ribbon cutting ceremony, skating and hockey demonstrations, refreshments, raffle, and and special guests.

Bring the family and practice your

skating at the free event. 10:30 am- Ribbon Cutting at 10:30 a.m., free outdoor public skate from 10:30 a.m.-noon, indoor skating performance by Team Iceland & Ice Infinity from noon-1:20 p.m., raffle at 1:30 p.m., and free outdoor public skate from 1:30-2:30 p.m. For more information, call 847-297-8010.

Get Hooked - Learn How to Needlepoint. 10 a.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Marilyn Salimi, an expert needle artist, will introduce you to the fine art of needlepoint. In this series of three classes, you’ll learn about grids, canvas, threads, needles, framing, stitches and more. Please bring a pair of scissors, all other supplies will be provided. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 847-929-5101 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

8th Annual Rock ‘n Dodge Dodgeball Tournament.

6-8 p.m. at the Park Ridge Park District Community Center, 1515 W. Touhy Ave. Grab your friends and play dodgeball at the Community Center. Registration for teams up to 6 players starts at 6 p.m. and goes until 6:45 p.m. Games begin at 7 p.m. Two divisions for 6th-8th grade and high school. Prizes for top teams in both divisions. Free t-shirts and refreshments offered.

Entry is one canned good or $1 per person to be donated to the Maine Township Food Pantry. Ages: Grades 6-12. For more information or to register, call 847-692-5127 or visit www.prparks.org.

JANUARY 18

Film - ‘Skokie’. 2 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Film details: 1981, PG, 2 hours, 5 minutes.

For more information, call 847965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/ events.

Mathematics Tea Party. 2-3 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. You are cordially invited to a tea party with songs, stories, numbers, counting and more.

Ages 3-5 with parent/caregiver.

Registration is required. For more information and to register, call 847-929-5102 or visit www.mgpl. org/events.

JANUARY 19

Indoor Playground.

10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Prairie View Community Center, 6834 Dempster, Morton Grove. When it’s cold outside, come inside for a little fun.

The gym will be transformed into

a playground; using slides, mats, bikes and more. Adult supervision is required. This is a drop-in program and fees are collected at the front desk.

Magician Jamahl Keyes. 2 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Looking for a fun family activity on your Martin Luther King Jr. holiday? Magician Jamahl Keyes will spellbind you with his amazing illusions and uplift your spirits with his stories. For more information, call 847-965-4220 or visit www. mgpl.org/events.

JANUARY 20

Film and Discussion - ‘The Help’. 11:30 a.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Film details: 2011, PG-13, 2 hours, 36 minutes.

For more information, call 847965-4220 or visit www.mgpl.org/ events.

JANUARY 22

Edge Power Employment Workshop. 9:30 a.m. - 1:30

p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove.

Employment coaches from Illinois WorkNet will discuss resumes and cover letters, online job applications, and interviewing to help you in your job search. For more information about Illinois WorkNet, call 847-448-8647 or visit www.illinoisworknet.com.

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- the prairie dogs. Ages: Families R/NR: $12/family. For more information or to register, call 847692-5127 or visit www.prparks.org.

Math Brigade - Symmetry SIlliness. 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove. Join the Brigade! Learn a math skill and then work as a team to build something amazing. Grades K-2. Registration is required. For more information or to register, call 847-929-5102 or visit www.mgpl.org/events.

Women, Wine & Wellness.

6:30-8:30 p.m. at Whole Foods Market of Park Ridge, 225 W. Touhy Ave. Learn about wine and wellness with Whole Foods Market and the Park Ridge Park District.

Discover the health benefits (and delicious tastes) of select wines paired with healthy treats such as dark chocolate, rustic whole grain breads and a variety from the store’s extensive olive bar. Ages: Ages 21 and up R/NR: $15. For more information or to register, call 847-692-5127 or visit www. prparks.org.

Groundhog DayatWildwood Nature Center. 6-7 p.m. at Wildwood Nature Center, 529 Forestview, Park Ridge. Can a large, fuzzy brown rodent really predict the weather? Have fun with the family as you learn about groundhogs, shadows and meet Wildwood’s groundhog cousins

Playboy Video Slot Launch Party. 6:30 p.m. at Bringer Inn, 6230 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove.

Meet 2014 Playmate of the year Kennedy Summers during a Playboy video slot launch party at Bringer Inn. For more information, call 847965-0150 or visit www.bringerinn. net.

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