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TurfMutt Foundation Advocates for Pollinators, Habitat-Rich Green Spaces
As National Pollinator Month unfolds in June, the TurfMutt Foundation urges everyone to support vital pollinator populations, such as birds, bees, butterflies and bats, in their family yards, parks, community gardens, greenways, municipal golf courses and other community green areas. These living landscapes can provide essential shelter and food for important pollinators.
“Pollinators are the unsung heroes of the natural world, and are essential in growing fruits, vegetables and flowers,” says Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation, which advocates for the care and use of managed green space. “By creating and maintaining healthy green spaces in our communities and backyards, we can directly support their survival and contribute to a healthier planet.”
species that can disrupt the ecosystem. Milkweed, for instance, is particularly valuable for monarch butterflies – a fantastic addition to any public green space.
2. Plant for continuous blooms: Selecting a variety of nectar-rich, flowering plants and shrubs that bloom at different times during the year ensures continuous support for pollinators.
3. Empower young pollinator advocates: Create programs to engage children in becoming pollinator champions. TurfMutt’s free STEMbased lesson plans include an activity called Protecting Pollinators to help students learn how to design a green space where pollinators will thrive.
A recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll for the TurfMutt Foundation revealed that connecting with nature (60 percent) and observing wildlife (51 percent) are among the most enjoyed activities in public green spaces, like public parks, underscoring the shared value these areas provide for both people, pets and pollinators.
The TurfMutt Foundation offers four ways communities can tap into the power of green space for pollinators:
1. Prioritize plants for your climate zone: Plant, tree and shrub species that naturally occur in your region are more beneficial to local pollinators than invasive
State (IN):
4. Foster community stewardship: Foster community engagement to support pollinators through volunteer opportunities and pollinator-specific events. Encourage your community to plan for and protect parks, community gardens, green school yards and other community green space. For inspiration, consult the National Recreation & Park Association’s Parks & Pollinators resource.
To learn more about how to create pollinator-friendly green spaces, explore the TurfMutt Foundation’s International Backyarding Fact Book and sign up for Mutt Mail here. Follow the adventures of Mulligan the TurfMutt on the CBS Lucky Dog television and Mission Unstoppable shows on Saturday mornings.
insufficient planning, funding pauses summer meals program
By Whitney Downard, Indiana Capital Chronicle
Indiana Gov. Mike Braun’s second-in-command, along with a key executive branch agency, pointed to a lack of planning under Gov. Eric Holcomb’s administration as the reason hungry Hoosier schoolchildren won’t be able to use a summer meals program.
“The previous administration did not file for SUN Bucks in the way they should have,” Lt. Gov. Micah Beckwith told a crowd at a Zionsville town hall on Tuesday. “I’m working with Gov. Braun to get those SUN Bucks dollars back.”
That “lapse,” along with other perceived failures of Holcomb, were part of what propelled the duo into office, Beckwith continued.
Last year, 669,000 Hoosier children who qualified for food benefits and reduced-price school meals got an additional $120 while schools were closed for the summer, for a total of roughly $80 million. But Indiana opted out of the program this year, saying that Holcomb’s administration hadn’t done the legwork in advance of 2025.
Oversight costs for the program would be roughly $3.7 million for the state, according to the administration, a tough sell following the state’s projected $2 billion revenue shortfall earlier this year. In response, budget writers trimmed nearly every agency by 5% and sharply cut into economic
development and public health programs.
“The successful implementation of the SUN Bucks program required early planning and strategic coordination to launch in Summer 2025. To ensure a timely rollout, the Division of Family Resources (DFR) needed clear direction from state leadership during late summer to early fall of 2024, during the prior administration,” Marcus Barlow told the Indiana Capital Chronicle.
Barlow is the deputy chief of staff and director of the office of Strategic Communications and Public Affairs for the Family and Social Services Administration, which administers the program alongside the Department of Education.
He said “due to the complexity of procurement processes and system enhancements,” the Holcomb administration should have done the following before 2025, which is when Braun took office: Finalize contract amendments with the Electronic Benefit Transfer processor to allocate funding for Summer EBT
Secure a system vendor to support technical enhancements and application processing for 2025
Summer EBT, or S-EBT, is the official name for the SUN Bucks program. The Food and Nutrition Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, handles the program at the federal level.
Define Your View of Success
by Janice R Newman
What is your definition of success?
Some people envision success as having fame, wealth, a large house, expensive cars, and luxury trips. The Oxford Languages Dictionary explains success as “the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status.” Is that what makes someone truly successful?
Your definition of success will change with age, experience, and life events. What you thought was a success as a teenager may not be the same now. Life experiences, struggles, and even small victories shape how we see the world— and what we call “success.” What used to seem important may not feel the same now.
Your definition of success controls your actions, viewpoints, and mental well-being. It affects your choices, your goals, and how you treat others. Many people follow a version of success planted in them by the world— by social media or by their families. But what if that definition doesn’t match your core values? You may spend your whole life chasing the preconceived idea of success and never truly experience happiness.
Is success only money and fame? Or is it about doing something you love, giving it your best, and feeling at peace? Is a stay-at-home parent who cares for their family and household successful? Society might say no because there’s no paycheck involved. However, raising kind, strong, and loving children is one of the most powerful impacts a parent can make.
If fame is a success, was the teacher or coach that inspired a person unsuccessful? If wealth defines success, were Mother Theresa, Mahatma Gandhi, and Martin Luther King unsuccessful? If driving an expensive Maserati is a success, was Warren Buffet unsuccessful because he drives an eleven-year-old Cadillac? If pastoring a large church congregation is a success, was the pastor who led even one person to Christ a failure?
Daily we are bombarded with images online and on TV that show us what the world thinks success looks
like. Perfect bodies, fancy clothes, big houses, and exciting vacations. These images can make us feel like we’re not good enough if we don’t have those things. Sadly, some people chase that picture of success so hard that when it falls apart, they fall apart too. Past stars and TikTok influencers took their lives because they couldn’t keep up with the world’s expectations. The pressure of trying to live up to the world’s idea of success can break you. Don’t allow society to dictate what is considered a success for you.
It’s important to build our view of success on a solid foundation.
Galatians 5:22–23 tells us, “But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.”
These are the qualities of a truly successful person. They don’t depend on your bank account or social media likes. If they are missing, you are not truly successful.
“You” get to define what success means for you! Whether your victories are big or small, they matter if they match your values and bring joy.
“Keeping up with the Joneses” is not a success if it doesn’t provide you peace. Many rich and famous people are not happy. They may have wealth, but they struggle with broken relationships, divorce, and emptiness. So, ask yourself, would you rather have more money or more love, more things or more peace?
In the end, success is not something others should decide for you. It is personal and unique to each person. When you define success for yourself— with love, kindness, and faith—you build a life that truly matters. So don’t chase the world’s view of success. True success comes from living a life of purpose—on purpose. Ask God to help you build a life filled with the fruit of the Spirit. That is the kind of success that lasts forever. Y? Why Not!
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Real Estate Questions & Answers
Question: Our home was on the market for 4 days when we accepted an offer on our home. The buyer for our home backed out the day before the inspection. We hired a realtor to make sure these things did not happen. Should I fire my agent?
Answer: So let me get this straight…. Your realtor sold your home in 4 days, and you want to fire him because he did not predict the future to know your buyer would back out? Apparently, your attorney couldn’t predict the future either. You are talking senselessly out of frustration.
As with all business transactions, nothing is firm. There are contingencies, inspections, title reports, lousy lenders and buyer emotions involved. Although most deals go through, not all of them do. It’s unfortunate that it happened to you. If your home sold quickly the first time, your realtor is doing his job. Your aggravation is causing you to put blame on the wrong people.
Speak to your attorney about keeping the Earnest money as compensation for breach of contract. You hired them for legal assistance.
I am going to predict that your home will sell rather quickly, because it sold fast the first time. You must have a very marketable home. Congratulations to you for that!
Remember:
“Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.”
Get your home back on the market and move forward to your closing.
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Giannoulias Hosts Dedication Ceremony to Honor Jim Edgar’s Legacy
A Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias honored the legacy and impact of former Governor and Secretary of State Jim Edgar today with the formal dedication of the Jim Edgar Reading Room at the Illinois State Library.
Giannoulias, who also serves as State Libarian, was joined by a bipartisan group of state officials, including Governor JB Pritzker and Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski, to dedicate the Reading Room and celebrate Edgar’s vital contributions to Illinois’ library and literacy programs.
“It’s a privilege to honor the legacy of Governor Jim Edgar – an incredible statesman, advocate and friend – for his career of service to our state and its citizens,” Giannoulias said. “The Jim Edgar Reading Room enshrines the former Governor and Secretary of State’s legacy and indelible contributions to our state’s library, which continue to have a profound impact throughout our state.”
Giannoulias drafted House Joint Resolution 0025, which formally names the Reading Room in Edgar’s honor. The bipartisan resolution was adopted unanimously in April.
“Governor Jim Edgar has a relentless passion for upholding our political institutions, and a seemingly unlimited energy to continue bettering them,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “From the construction of the new Illinois State Library, to extensive rural library investments, to his nationally-renowned adult literacy program, Jim has connected so many across our state with new opportunities to learn, read, and grow. There is no more fitting tribute to him than the Illinois State Library Reading Room, a place that holds within its shelves the
values that Jim has exemplified and fought for throughout his life: civic engagement, public good, and intellectual freedom.”
“I’m proud to join Governor Pritzker and Secretary Giannoulias in honoring my friend and mentor, Governor Jim Edgar,” said Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski.
“Throughout his many years of public service, Governor Edgar was a champion of Illinois’ library system and literacy programs, and he took immense pride in our state’s rich literary heritage. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate his legacy than by dedicating a reading room in the library he helped build.”
Serving as State Librarian during his term as Secretary of State, Edgar oversaw the construction of the Illinois State Library building, which was dedicated in June 1990. The room honoring Edgar houses the Illinois Authors’ Collection, a fitting tribute as Edgar assisted in the selection of the 35 authors who were given the honor of having their names engraved on the edifice of the building.
Known to his staff as “The Reader,” Edgar tirelessly advocated for libraries and literacy programs throughout his career in public service. His achievements include initiating the Read Illinois program to showcase the state’s literary heritage, establishing ILLINET Online – a library circulation system and resource sharing catalogue, and developing an adult literacy program that became a national model. Edgar was raised in Charleston and served in the Illinois House of Representatives from 1977 to 1979, as the 35th Illinois Secretary of State from 1981 to 1991 and as the 38th Governor of Illinois from 1991 to 1999.
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Heart Smart
JOSH BOOTSMA
Let’s say I invite you over to my house for coffee. You arrive and I take a really dirty mug off the shelf, rinse off the outside, and pour you a cup. You’d probably refuse, saying, “Hey, you cleaned the outside but not the inside. And that’s the most important part!”
Jesus used this same illustration thousands of years ago to describe the inner heart vs. outward actions. In Matthew 23:25-26, Jesus says, “Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! You clean the outside of the cup and dish, but inside they are full of greed and selfindulgence. Blind Pharisees! First clean the inside of the cup, so that the outside of it may also become clean.”
Jesus’ rebuke is relevant for us too. Don’t we often do the right thing for the wrong reasons? We help someone to look good in front of our friends. We check spiritual boxes so we can look down on other people who haven’t. We’re very focused on the outside gleam of our cups.
But Christianity is not a shiny polish we put on our lives. It starts with the inside of our cups—our hearts. Only when we allow Jesus to clean our cups can we fill them with truly good things. And that overflow of grace will clean the outside of our cups as well!
If you’re a Christian, your lifestyle should be fundamentally different from that of the world, not because of a few things you do differently, but because your reason to live is fundamentally different! If you’re a man interested in exploring Christianity as a lifestyle, especially as it relates to combating sexual sin, email me at joshbootsma@gmail.com. Covenant Fellowship Church’s Men’s Accountability Group meets weekly to pursue healthy masculinity, sexual accountability, and Christ-like fidelity.
Josh Bootsma Member, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org
Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor
SUBMITTED BY PATRICK ZAMKIN
You should always be able to ask as many questions as you’d like when working with your financial advisor. So, before you have your annual review, think carefully about what you’d like to ask. Here are a few suggestions:
• Are my goals still realistic? When you first began working with your financial advisor, you may well have articulated several financial goals. For example, you might have said that you wanted to pay for most of your children’s college education, or that you’d like to retire at age 55, or that you hope to travel internationally every year during retirement. In fact, you could have many different goals for which you’re saving and investing. When you meet with your financial advisor, you’ll certainly want to ask whether you’re still on track toward meeting these goals. If you are, you can continue with the financial strategies you’ve been following; but if you aren’t, you may need to adjust them. The same is true if your goals have changed. You and your financial advisor will want to build a strategy to address any new or different goals such as emergency cash needs, having adequate insurance protection or estate planning.
• Am I taking on too much — or too little — risk? Put market declines in perspective. The financial markets always fluctuate, and these movements will affect the value of your investment portfolio. Suppose you watch the markets closely every day and track their impact on your investments. You may find yourself fretting over their value and wondering whether you’re taking on too much investment risk for your comfort level. Conversely, if during an extended period of market gains your own portfolio appears to be lagging, you might feel that you should be investing more aggressively, which entails greater risk. In any case, it’s important to consult with your
financial advisor to determine your risk tolerance and use it as a guideline for making investment choices.
• How will changes in my life affect my investment strategy? Your life is not static. Over the years, you may experience any number of major events, such as marriage, remarriage, loss of a spouse, birth of children or grandchildren, changing jobs or illness leading to early retirement. When you meet with your financial advisor, you will want to discuss these types of changes, because they can affect your long-term goals and your investment decisions.
• How are external forces affecting my investment portfolio? Generally speaking, you will want to create an investment strategy based on your goals, risk tolerance and time horizon. And, as mentioned, you may need to adjust your strategy based on changes in your life. But should you also make changes based on outside forces, such as interest rate movements, political events, inflation, new tax legislation or news affecting industries in which you have invested substantially? Try not to make long-term investment decisions based on short-term news. Yet, talk with your financial advisor to make sure your investment portfolio and spending strategy are not out of alignment with relevant external factors. By making these and other inquiries, you can help yourself stay informed about your overall investment picture and what moves, if any, you should make to keep advancing toward your goals. A financial advisor is there to provide you with valuable guidance — so take full advantage of it.
This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones. Member SIPC.
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Becky J. Bultema, nee Bandstra, age 64, of Lowell, IN, went home to her Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 22, 2025, while surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of William Bultema. Loving mother of Jill (Chad) VanTholen, Joel (Nichole) Bultema, Paul (Rachel) Bultema, and Cassandra Bultema. Cherished Nana of Brock, Troy, Boden, Reagan, Madison, Ava, Dylan and Sydney. Dear sister of James (Phyllis) Bandstra, Cheryl Bandstra, Sandra Reitsma, the late Daniel (former spouse Christina Krider) Bandstra and stepsiblings Terrence, David, and Michael Woodnorth. Kind aunt of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Clarence Bandstra, Grace Bandstra Woodnorth and stepfather Paul Woodnorth. Becky was loved by her family, and many friends, and will be dearly missed.
Becky’s greatest joy in life was her family, especially her grandchildren. Her family will miss her spontaneous adventures, the laughs she brought them and her silly sense of humor. Her hands were rarely still. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, camping and was a talented woodworker. Her back porch was her oasis –a place where she enjoyed a cup of coffee with family and friends and enjoying God’s beautiful creation. Becky was a woman of unwavering faith. She let her love for Jesus shine through out her leukemia journey. She held fast to the passage from Joshua 1:9 “Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you everywhere you go”.
Visitation Tuesday, May 27, 2025 from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. at the Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/ Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. at Redeemer United Reformed Church – 10681 Park Place, St. John, IN, with services conducted by Rev. Steven Swets. A private family burial service will take place on Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:30 a.m. at Oak Ridge Cemetery – Lansing, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Mid American Reformed Seminary (https://www. midamerica.edu/). For further information, please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com
Ida JaBaay aka Heika Deinema passed away on Friday, May 30, 2025 in St. Cloud, Florida at her home surrounded by her loved ones.
Ida was born in Meedhuizen, Holland June 30, 1930. Ida worked several years for Holiday Inn Kissimmee Florida as kitchen assistant and she was also a seamstress.
Ida was a member of Grace Lutheran Church. She was involved in several different charity groups, the top two being Ronald McDonald house and St. Jude. She loved spending time with her family, dancing, playing the accordion and listening to Dutch music. She will be remembered for her impact she had on others, kindness, wisdom, love, but most importantly, the love that she had for her family and friends.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy and husband, Al Szymoniak St. Cloud Florida, grandson Billy and Nicole Szymoniak St. Cloud Florida, granddaughter Natasha and husband David Eagan and family of Arkansas City Kansas, great grandson Treyton Szymoniak St. Cloud Florida, great granddaughters Sadie Szymoniak St. Cloud Florida and Nevaeh Richardson Arkansas city Kansas. Greatgreat grandson Elijah Szymoniak Arkansas city Kansas. Niece Judy and husband Gary Cline and family North Carolina Crystal Deinema and family of Spring Hill Florida, nephews Donald A. and wife Mary and family Piper City Illinois, Robert Dean JaBaay and family Thornton Illinois. Cousin Lucy and husband Tony Post and family Indiana. Holland family Wim Lesman and family Tally BuitenkampLesman and family. Sister-in-law Sim Estes Indiana. She is also survived by many many cousins, nephews, nieces, and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Jennie Deinema, her husband William Leonard JaBaay, brother Hank and William Deinema, great grandson Jonathan Joseph Andrew Szymoniak, and many other extended family members
Pall Bearers: David Eagan, Donald A JaBaay, Robert Dean JaBaay, Shawn Mergenthaler
Visitation Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Smits DeYoung-
Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 East 162nd Street, South Holland, IL 60473. Her final resting place will be Cedar Park Cemetery—Calumet Park, Illinois next to her husband.
For further information, please contact 708-3337000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com.
Joanne H. Van Drunen, nee Voss, age 84, of Dyer, IN passed away peacefully on Monday, May 26, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Bernard “Bud” Van Drunen. Loving mother of Kimberly (Keith) Miller, the late Todd (Sandy) Van Drunen, Terry (Norma) Van Drunen, and Mark (Celia) Van Drunen. Devoted grandmother of Marisa (Jamey) Ramirez, Luke Van Drunen, Anna Van Drunen, Lauren Van Drunen, and Payton Van Drunen and greatgrandmother of Roman Ramirez. Dear sister of Leona (late Warren) Meter, Al (June) Voss, Herman “Bud” (late Shirley) Voss, late Jennie (late Fred) Kingma. Kind aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Private family services will be held.
Memorial contributions may be given to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (https://www. stjude.org/)
Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www. SMITSFH.com
Blanche E. Schroeder, nee Thiesfeld, age 100, of Homer Glen, IL formerly of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully Monday, May 26, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Wilbur F. Schroeder and Jasper Van Dommelen. Devoted mother of Daniel (Beverly) Van Dommelen, Kathy (Steven) Schaaf, and Steven (Brenda) Van Dommelen; step-mother of Marla (Daniel) Castillo and Kenneth (Donna) Schroeder. Proud grandmother of 13; greatgrandmother of 15 . Dear sister of Nore (late Nancy) Thiesfeld. Kind aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents Fred and Rebecca Thiesfeld. Blanche was loved by her family and friends and will be dearly missed.
Visitation Saturday, May 31, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Village Church 14849 W. 93rd Ave. Dyer, IN, with services conducted by Rev. Steve Miller. Interment Skyline Memorial Park Cemetery – Monee, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Village Church (14849 W. 93rd Ave. Dyer, IN 46311), appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane – Dyer, IN, For further information, please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
Gilbert L. Lyzenga, age 93, of Dyer, IN went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, May 26, 2025. Beloved husband of Grace Lyzenga, nee DeHaan and the late Shirley Lyzenga, nee Kikkert. Loving father of the late David (Connie) Lyzenga, late Mike (Karen) Lyzenga, and the late infant Paul Lyzenga. Stepfather of Connie (Dave) Kallemeyn, John (Denise) Eenigenburg, Bill (Cindy) Eenigenburg, and Gary (Tracy) Eenigenburg. Cherished grandfather of Tarrah Bowen; greatgrandfather of Heath. Dear brother of the late Frank (late Ida) Lyzenga, late Ann (late Don) Marion, late Eunice (late Art) Balk, late Betty (late Harold Henry, late John Swanson) Henry, Marv (late Nancy) Lyzenga, and the late Rich (Bonnie) Lyzenga. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Lambert and Martha Lyzenga. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed.
Visitation Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN, with services conducted by Rev. Nick Alons. Interment Skyline Memorial Park – Monee, IL.
Memorial contributions may be given to Bethshan Association (www. bethshan.org)
For further information please contact 219-3227300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com
Giannoulias Warns About the Rise in DMV Text Scams
Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias is warning Illinoisans to keep on the lookout for text message scams claiming to be from the “Illinois State Department of Motor Vehicles” that threaten to suspend vehicle registration and driving privileges.
The text messages are phishing attempts designed to trick residents into giving up personal or financial information. Recipients should not respond or open any links found in unsolicited texts and emails.
“Phishing scams are unfortunately an increasingly prevalent threat in our modern society, seeking to cheat Illinoisans out of their personal information and hard-earned money,” Giannoulias said. “Please remain vigilant to avoid these scams and report them to protect yourself and others from falling victim to fraud schemes.”
The office only sends text messages to remind residents about scheduled DMV appointments. It does not send text messages regarding driver’s license or vehicle registration status.
Illinoisans are encouraged to report scam attempts to the Federal Trade Commission by visiting reportfraud.ftc.gov.
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
Calumet City Public Librar y
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Phone: (708) 862-6220
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Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL
Phone: 708-849-2385
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Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org
ONGOING PROGRAMS
EVERY MONDAY: STAY FIT with SHEENA STINSON: In-house workout program from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by calling 708-849-2385.
EVERY THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: BETWEEN THE PAGES: A VIRTUAL STORY TIME!Register by calling 708-849-2385 the link will be emailed to you.
EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: TODDLER TIME with Ms. Brooks: 10:45-11:45 AM. No registration is necessary. Daycares are welcome!
EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH, SIMON SAYS..GET UP AND MOVE with Ms. Lottie Maria: 11:30-12 PM. Jump, Clap, and Dance. Toddlers and Daycares are welcome! Call to register at 708-849-2385 ext 4.
HOMEWORK HELP: Call 708-849-2385 ext. 4 to make an appointment with Ms. Brooks on Fridays or Saturdays. Ages 5-12.
EVERY MONDAY: LINE DANCING WITH DAWN THE DANCING DEVA: From 1-2 pm. Call 708-849-2385 ext 3 to register.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: LINE DANCING WITH DAWN THE DANCING DEVA: BECAUSE IT WAS SO GOOD THEY ASKED FOR TWO! From 3-4 pm. Call to register at 708-849-2385 ext 4
Hammond Public Librar y
Address: 564 State St., Hammond
Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307
Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us
Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us
Har vey Public Libr ar y
Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426
Phone: 708-331-0757x3200
Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us
Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us
FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Join Us For Vir tual Programs : Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library Tuesday: Craft Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)
NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300
E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com
Attorney File No. 14-24-04810
Attorney ARDC No. 00468002
Attorney Code. 21762
Case Number: 2024 CH 07416
TJSC#: 45-1239
NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.
Case # 2024 CH 07416 I3266561
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION
THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON, F/K/A THE BANK OF NEW YORK, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A. F/K/A JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, AS TRUSTEE, FOR GSMPS MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2003-2, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-2, Plaintiff,
-v.-
JULIE FOX, SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE OF SAMANTHA COLEMAN, DECEASED; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; CARMEN COLEMAN; UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF SAMANTHA COLEMAN, Defendants. 24 CH 05004
14313 SOUTH EGGLESTON AVENUE, RIVERDALE, IL 60827
NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 3/12/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the auction in person at 12:00 PM on July 9, 2025 located at 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602, and will sell at public sale to the
is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).
IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.
For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC (312) 3469088 please refer to file number 24-17880IL. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400 Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction.com.
Attorney File No. 24-17880IL Case Number: 24 CH 05004
NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.
I3264681
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PENNYMAC LOAN SERVICES, LLC Plaintiff, -v.-
SAKITA L GILLIAM, ILLINOIS HOUSING
DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND
Homewood Public Librar y
Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430
Phone: (708) 798-0121
Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org
Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/
PARK STORYTIME
Tuesdays, starting June 3 10:30 AM | Ages 0-8
Registration Required
SUMMER READING
June 7 - July 31 | All Ages
Summer Reading starts June 7!
Sign up at https://bit.ly/beanstacksignuphere
Lansing Public Libr ar y
Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL
Phone: 708-474-2447
Email: shari@lansingpl.org
Website: www.lansingpl.org
Riverdale Public Librar y
Address: 208 W 144th St
Riverdale, IL 60827
Phone: (708) 841-3311
Email: library@rpld.org
Website: www.rpld.org
Riverdale Public Library District Food Pantry
Our food pantry is open to everyone and is located in the entryway of library. Donations are also welcome and can be dropped off at the Circulation Desk. Please ensure that food items are non-perishable, non-glass containers and not expired.
Weekly Walking Group
9 – 10 am Ages: Adults/Seniors This walking program is for everyone interested in achieving a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your path to better physical and emotional health, than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improve your general health.
South Holland Public Librar y
Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL
Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161
Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org
Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar
Thor nton Public Librar y
Address: 115 E. Margaret St. Thornton, IL.
Email: library@thorntonil us
Website: https://www thorntonlibrary org/
Services
AC/HEATING SERVICES: Summer Special! Furnaces or A/C’s , Clean & check $59.95. Furnaces, A/C’s, Boilers, water heaters, sump pumps, humidifiers, installations, repairs, furnaces installed from $1495.00 R/D Heating & Cooling. IL. and IN.
Wanted
Looking for room to rent with own bathroom. NW Indiana/Lansing area. Elderly care experience. 40+ Non-drinking/ smoking male w/ maintnenance skills. Prefer kitchenette & garage space. 708-8988668
Pick up/ Delivery Service.Small moves; in-house move; store-tohome. Assembly: Furniture & exercise equipment (Ikea, Office Depot, etc.) Call Rob daily until 9pm 708898-8668
In search of a Vintage Cobra Cb Radio Company Wall Clock. it would be square framed in black with white background and the iconic blue snake and lettering. Cobra used to give these to local Cb shops selling their products back in the day. Call Dan 312-720-0844
APARTMENT, REMODELED FIRST FLOOR, 2 BEDROOMS, QUIET BUILDING, NO PETS. No smoking. Heat and Water included. Seniors welcome. Call 708-8950628 for more information.
NEWLY RENOVATED 2 BEDROOM, 1 BATHROOM IN CALUMET CITY. $1,350/MONTH, one month security deposit, background check required. Owner pays gas, tenant pays electric. Laundry onsite, parking offsite. Quiet building. Call 708-288-5358 for more information
One blue and one red Quantum power wheel chairs. Both brand new. $1,000 each. One Red Pride Wheel Chair, $350, and one Red Pride Scooter that needs batteries, $700. Both are used. Located in Glenwood, delivery included or you can pick up. 708-715-2348.
APARTMENT FOR RENT- Available Now - $900 a month. - 2 beds, 1 bath, live-in kitchen. Private parking. No pets. One month security and rent required. 17701 Commercial Ave in Lansing. Apartment 2W on second floor. Seniors welcome. Call Winston - 708-251-8266
Fisher-Price Power Wheels Barbie Jeep. In original box. Excellent condition. Needs battery and charger. $50 Call or text 708-673-9361
Serta, queen, mattress/ box spring very good...$139.00...White Sox galvanized steel beverage icing tub, $25.00.. 708-645-4245
Vera Bradley Purses
JUNK REMOVAL Time to make space! Cleanouts (garage attic, basement, shed). Hauling away appliances, furniture, trash. WE RECYCLE!
BEAUTIFUL SOUTH HOLLAND ROOM FOR RENT IN A SINGLE FAMILY HOME. King size bed, semi private bathroom with Jacuzzi tub. No cooking, full size microwave in room. Free move in fee. Background
AT 18855 BURNHAM AVE #135, LANSING, This wellmaintained unit features a patio off the living room, an ample dining area, and a master bedroom with two closets and a private bath. The building offers convenient elevator access, a heated underground garage with storage, and a peaceful living environment. Rent is $1,600 per month with a $1,600 move-in fee. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! For more information or to schedule a viewing, contact Wyomia Ellison at 708-250-2228 or Samuel Ellison at 708-915-9466.
Garage Sales
MULTI FAMILY GARAGE/YARD SALE! Like new items! So much to choose from ! Great prices! June 26th, 27th, 28th. 8119 w. 85th Court, Crown Point IN 46307
For Sale
TWO BURIAL PLOTS IN CEDAR PARK CEMETERY, Calumet Park. Call 708-567-4475 for details.
Hose reel carts. Various sizes made by Suncast. Very good condition. As low as $9 each. Call or text 708-673-9361
Manual push lawn mower. Excellent condition. $35 Call or text 708-673-9361
3-Step Skinny Mini Step Ladder w/multi purpose tray Used Once$25.00 Heavy Duty Dolly Can move Furn. $20.00 708-474-9568
Nostalgia Electric kettle popcorn maker, Hollywood model, Like new $30.00. Baby changing table, walnut frame, excellent condition, $30.00. 708-645-4245
$3-$8 each, New Butterball Turkey Fryer
$35, 3 Bucket Fountain $30, Cuisinart Bread Maker $35 New, Beach Towels $2 each, Scotts Spreader $10, Tools, Conduit. 708-877-6088
Hose reel carts. Various sizes made by Suncast. Very good condition. As low as $9 each. Call or text 708-673-9361
Manual push lawn mower. Excellent condition. $35 Call or text 708-673-9361
Fisher-Price Power Wheels Barbie Jeep. In original box. Excellent condition. Needs battery and charger. $50 Call or text 708-673-9361
Black and Decker electric lawn mower. Great condition. $110 Call or text 708-6739361
For sale, TKO five piece drum set, A1 condition, high hat, cymbals, etc. All hardware included. $300 must sell. Call 708-598-5136
