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By ANNA SCHIER aschier@shawmedia.com LEMONT – Growing up, 18-year-old Amanda Ruban of Lemont looked forward to participating in the timed onemile run in gym class. It’s hardly a surprise that today she is a successful competitive runner. Ruban, a senior at Lemont High School, was the highest ranking Lemont resident in the village’s recent Advocate Good Samaritan Quarryman Challenge 5K. She took second place in the women’s division, completing the race in 24:01. “I’m always one to push myself,” Ruban said. “Hopefully, I can do it again next year and improve my time.” This is Ruban’s third year participating in the Quarryman Challenge. She previously has competed in the Lemont Park District Freedom Run, in which she received first place in the women’s bracket, and the Chicago Women’s Half Marathon, where she took the top title in her age bracket. As a child, Ruban volunteered at 5K events, and she enjoys running with her mother. Ruban was captain of the Lemont High School all-conference cross-country team her senior season and also ran

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Lemont student takes 2nd place in Quarryman 5K About Amanda Ruban Hometown: Plainfield Hobbies: National Honor Society, Foreign Language Club Fun fact: Before she joined cross country, Ruban played for the LHS volleyball team Future plans: Ruban hopes to major in Spanish and business in college.

“I’m always one to push myself. Hopefully, I can do it again next year and improve my time.” Amanda Ruban Lemont High School senior cross country her junior year, when the team qualified for state. She is a member of the track team as well. After graduating in the spring, Ruban plans to pursue her studies at DePaul University or Illinois State University. Regardless of which college she attends, running will continue to be an important part of her life. “It’s just something I find really enjoyable and fun,” Ruban said.

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Amanda Ruban, a senior at Lemont High School, took second place in the women’s division of the Advocate Good Samaritan Quarryman Challenge 5K with a time of 24:01.

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LEMONT – Andrew Podczerwinski is working to regain mobility, and his Lemont High School classmates will help him toward that goal this weekend. Podczerwinski, 16, was injured while tubing with friends last June at Bass Lake. An unexpected storm descended on the group. And as they rushed to dock the boat, 80 mile-per-hour winds caused a tree to collapse on Podczerwinski and his friend, Chase Kobilca. Kobilca fractured a foot, but Podczerwinski fared much worse. He suffered five fractured ribs, two pelvic fractures, a shoulder fracture, two collapsed lungs and two fractured vertebrae, leaving him unable to walk. “It happened, and I just kind of moved past it,” Podczerwinski said of the accident. “I feel very positive on the future.” Lemont High School students will participate in the Walk with Andrew 5K, a fundraiser to benefit Podczerwinski’s family. The noncompetitive event is open to staff, students and community members and will begin at 10 a.m. Sunday at the high school football field. Podczerwinski has no memory of the days that followed the accident. But during

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that time, he underwent spinal surgery at Memorial Hospital in South Bend, Ind. Two steel rods and 10 screws were placed in his spine. After the surgery, he suffered an allergic reaction to the anesthesia. His fever skyrocketed to 105 degrees, and he almost died and had to be kept on breathing tubes for several days. Podczerwinski’s neurosurgeon told his parents he would never walk again. Two weeks later, he was transferred to the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago for a two-month stay. While in rehab, Podczerwinski learned that his spinal cord was not completely severed during the accident, changing his prognosis and giving him and his family the hope that someday he might walk again. Podczerwinski returned to school Sept. 17 after spending weeks pursuing his coursework while at the Rehab Institute with the help of two onsite tutors.

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Lemont avoids many problems of previous floods By ANNA SCHIER aschier@shawmedia.com LEMONT – For a community bordered by waterways, Lemont came through last week’s flood in better condition than did many other towns in the Chicago area. Several intersections in Lemont were closed due to April 18 flooding. But Lemont Police Chief Kevin Shaughnessy said no homes appeared to be flooded. Traffic problems were made worse by drivers unwilling to adhere to the road closures. They consistently attempted to navigate their vehicles through standing water on 135th Street, officials said. “Every few minutes, someone tries to go through the barrels,” said Tom Ballard, director of the Lemont Emergency Management Agency. “You get so frustrated.” One man drove through a traffic barrier at 135th Street and Archer Avenue in the early morning and swept up in the eddying floodwaters and pulled into a pool several feet high. He escaped only when an EMA officer went to rescue him. The officer was transported via ambulance to Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox for exertion and exposure before being released. Officials closed 135th Street and Archer Avenue, New Avenue west of Interstate 355 and Kotlin Road and Main Street. New Avenue

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from 127th Street to 135th Street remained closed April 19 because of standing water. The Lemont Police Department called in the Lemont EMA and the Public Works Department to assist in managing traffic conditions April 18. Ten EMA volunteer first-responders provided assistance, the first of which were awoken at 5 a.m. “It was a challenging day,” Shaughnessy said. The department received about 35 calls concerning standing water and traffic. The severity of the flood was caused by the rate of the rainfall, said Ballard. He estimated that Lemont received 6 inches in 14 hours and recalled a 1996 flood that was the result of 17 inches of rain. “It was a long day,” Ballard said. “I felt like a duck by the time I got done.” To Shaughnessy’s knowledge, no homes were flooded. “We were very fortunate,” he said. Public Works Director Ralph Pukula credited village preparedness for the relatively low number of incidents. The flood of 1996 was a catalyst for the implementation of flood-prevention measures, Pukula said. Since then, the village has made identifying and correcting areas vulnerable to floodwaters a priority, adjusting retention pond sizes and retaining wall heights, and keeping the ponds clean to streamline water flow. The Des Plaines River and the Illinois & Michigan Canal both carry stormwater downhill, which prevents flooding. The EMA is working with the Illinois Department of Transportation on a drainage project on Main Street from Route 83 to Illinois Street. The effort is designed to combat future flooding. Throughout the past year, the EMA has partnered with IDOT to clean culverts along the same area, improving the drainage on Main Street.

LEMONT – Road improvement projects will be a spending priority for the village of Lemont in the coming fiscal year. The Village Board unanimously voted at its April 22 meeting to adopt the budget and capital improvement plan for the 2013-14 fiscal year. “A lot of the goal is really working on the local roads,” said Village Administrator Ben Wehmeier. The village is projected to spend $8.6 million in general fund money during the 2013-14 fiscal year, which begins May 1. Wehmeier anticipates the village will attain $9 million in

general fund revenue, creating a $400,000 balance, which is comparable with the balance for the 2012-13 fiscal year. Of the $9 million anticipated for next year’s general fund revenue, $2.4 million will be generated by property taxes. The 2013-14 fiscal year marks the beginning of the village’s five-year plan. Significant spending in the coming fiscal year will go toward prioritized project implementation. Of budgeted expenses, $400,000 will be spent on the Triangle Project on Walker Road, McCarthy Road and Archer Avenue; $160,000 will be designated for the reconstruction of Canal Street; $150,00 will pay for bridge maintenance; and $68,000 will fund

the Walker/McCarthy Project. Administrative work on the village’s annual budget begins in November, and board budget discussions take place in February. The board also voted Monday to apply for the Commonwealth Edison Green Region Program, which could provide up to $10,000 in grant funding to be used for bike trail construction and prairie restoration at 131st Street and Parker Road. Additionally, the board voted to approve an intergovernmental agreement with the Lemont Park District to spend $400,000 in existing grant funds on safety improvements for the Park District building entrance, access roads and paths.

W. 127th St. The Shamrocks team plays full contact tackle football. It is open to second- and third-grade students and aims to teach football fundamentals while preparing athletes to play on fourth-grade teams. The team plays in the Naperville-based St. Raphael In-House Developmental Football League.

All Shamrocks coaches are trained and certified. The eight-game season begins in September and ends in October, with practice starting in August. For information, call Dave Fako at 708-705-6791 or email davefako@gmail.com. Visit www. lemontshamrocks.com.

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owner. “People can bring their kids.” About 50 local vendors will attend the free event. Mama D’s will sell concessions. Each local business in attendance will donate a prize item for drawing, totaling hundreds of dollars in winnable merchandise. The chamber also will facilitate a splitthe-pot ticket lottery. Half the funds from ticket sales will be given away as prize money, and the other half will go toward covering the cost of Chamber maintenance and funding the Chamber’s high school scholarships. The goal of the event is to bring exposure to local businesses and spotlight the park district’s programs

and facilities. A bouncy castle, face-painting and games will be available for children. The CORE will hold a free open house showcasing the fitness center and swimming pool at the same time as the expo. Park district representatives from the early childhood and fencing programs will provide demonstrations, and the district will offer programming information for parents. All Star Sports will host sports classes outside The CORE on Miracle Field at Centennial Park during the event as well. The community showcase and expo will be from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 27.

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Retail theft Maria Ayala-Tellea, 27, of the 500 block of Hamer Street in Lockport, is charged with retail theft following an incident at 7:08 p.m. April 20 at Kohl’s on Archer Avenue. Her court date in June 11.

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Recognizing student achievements is part of D-113A philosophy In preparing students for their place in the world, Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A works deliberately to develop all aspects of academic, social and emotional development. Recognition of student achievements in these areas is an important part of the District 113A philosophy. Each school has developed a good citizenship reward program, which reinforces the key concepts of respect and responsibility. Students’ efforts and accomplishments are acknowledged in the classroom on a daily basis, but schoolwide peer recognition also takes place. The goal of these recognition programs is two-fold: promote personal responsibility and muCOMMUNITY tual respect. From kindergarten VOICE on, students can receive indepenSusan dent recognition that reinforces Birkenmaier personal responsibility and actions. At Oakwood School, students are invited to bring work that reflects their best effort to the principal. Exemplary work is displayed on a special board outside the library. Students are also recognized each Monday during the morning message and receive a special prize. River Valley students also collect good character and behavior awards throughout the week for a chance to win a weekly PAWS (Positive Attitudes, Winning Students) raffle reward. At River Valley, the three character traits to be reinforced throughout the year are be ready, be respectful and be responsible. Old Quarry school also takes great pride in the Student of the Month program. Twice a month, a student is chosen from each grade level, who exhibits the four “R’s” on a daily basis: respect for others, respect for learning, respect for the environment and community, and respect for themselves. This program is designed to reward students for being good role models to their peers. The district’s group recognition programs also reward contributions toward collective good citizenship goals based on mutual respect and responsibility. The PAWS program, based on a Safe Schools Initiative Program, recognizes students and classes for positive behavior. Group recognition programs are based on competition among classrooms that build collaborative skills and collective responsibility. Classes as a whole are recognized and can earn extra recreational time, lunch with the principals, story time with a guest reader or other rewards that support their efforts to build social responsibility. These are but a few of the many ways that students are encouraged to develop good work habits and social skills. If you hear of a child who receives ones of these awards, please congratulate him/ her and help celebrate the wonderful accomplishment.

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8THUMBS UP/THUMBS DOWN Runners make their way through the intersection of Main and Stephen streets April 13 during the 2013 Quarryman Challenge in Lemont. Matthew Piechalak – mpiechalak@ shawmedia.com

People in Lemont know how to organize and support a major event, as was the case with the Advocate Good Samaritan Quarryman Challenge 10 Mile and 5K. This year’s run on April 13 drew more than 600 entrants. Hundreds of people cheered the runners all along the course, which began and ended at the Lemont Village Hall. Kudos to event organizer Dave Fako and the numerous others who gave their time for such a wonderful race. Congratulations to Lemont resident Glen Missaggia, who received the Victor Cardosi Award for charity, unity and community on April 20 from the Diocese of Joliet Chapter of the Knights of Columbus. Missaggia is a devoted member of the Knights of Columbus in Lemont and a dedicated volunteer for the group. He found comfort from his involvement with the group when his wife died of cancer last year. This is a well-deserved honor for Missaggia and a true reflection of the value of this organization.

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LEMONT – A Lemont school official has accused two colleagues of spreading lies about his politics at a recent campaign event. Dave Molitor, president of the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A Board of Education, took to the podium during the public comment portion of the board’s April 16 meeting to air his grievances regarding board members Mike Aurelio and Al Malley. Molitor clarified that he was speaking as a taxpayer, not a board member. He recounted having attended a pre-election Tea Party campaign event for board candidates Susan Petrarca, Brian Bushnell and Michael Clausen. Upon arriving, Molitor said he discovered that Aurelio and Malley were scheduled to give a presentation about the district, although both speakers stated that they were presenting as individuals and not as board representatives. Molitor said that during the presentation, Aurelio highlighted his successes as a former board president and made several derogatory and false statements about Molitor. “This is not an appropriate way to work collaboratively,” said Molitor. “When I’m being attacked in public by those who are supposed to be working collaboratively with me, I will do my utmost not only to defend myself but to respond with the truth.” Molitor told meeting attendees that he would send out corrections, clarifying inaccurate statements made throughout the presentation. Following Molitor’s comment, Aurelio and Malley remained confident in the statements they made during their original presentation. Both board members said the presentation did not take place at a Tea Party event but at a nonpartisan gathering. Malley said the presentation occurred March 14 at the Lemont Township building and

was hosted by Concerned Citizens of Lemont. The statements made by Aurelio and Malley must be considered in the context of the election, said Aurelio, which is an environment of competing ideas. He also said that he would have preferred Molitor to have contacted him to take part in a discussion of any perceived inaccuracies in the presentation rather than making his comments through a platform where board members were unable to respond. “I do my best to be accurate and truthful at all times,” Aurelio said. Malley said that he and Aurelio took questions during their presentation so Molitor could have easily voiced his concern. Molitor has yet to bring any inaccuracies to the attention of Aurelio and Malley, he said. “Mr. Molitor has trouble with the facts sometimes,” Malley said. “I stand by every comment that I made there.”

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ew hobbies can be as enjoyable one moment and as frustrating the next as golf. Golfers know a great putt can be quickly followed by a bad tee shot, and maintaining their composure through the highs and lows of the game is a key to success on the links. Maintaining that composure isn’t always easy, even for the professionals. It’s even more diicult for beginners, who quickly learn the game of golf involves more than just spending sunny weekend afternoons on pristine golf courses. In fact, golf can be quite demanding, and beginners would be wise to heed a few tips before hitting the course. • Don’t commit to an expensive set of clubs right off the bat. Golf clubs can be very expensive, so beginners should buy an afordable secondhand set of clubs so they can get the hang of what they like before spending a lot of money. Visit a pro shop and explain that you are just a beginner. he shop will likely make some valuable

suggestions and might even let you try out a pair of clubs. In addition, many driving ranges allow customers to rent clubs, and this can be a great and inexpensive way to ind the right clubs for you. • Take lessons. Even the very best at self-teaching might ind it extremely diicult to become a self-taught golfer. When irst trying your hand at golf, take some lessons and don’t expect to be playing 18 holes any time soon. Before hitting the course, where you might be discouraged and you might frustrate those goling behind you, learn the fundamentals by taking a few lessons at the driving range. Learn from a professional, who won’t ofer you any hidden secrets to goling glory (there aren’t any) but will ofer sound advice on the game’s fundamentals. • Take the game home with you. Beginners can even take advantage of golf ’s vast popularity by taking the game home with them. his doesn’t mean building a Continued on next page >>>

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LEMONT – The Art & Culture Commission of Lemont is offering hand-decorated terra cotta pots and ceramic pottery for sale to raise funds for the Lemont Center for the Arts, programming, exhibition and community projects. The sizes and prices vary. Stop in to see items that will enhance your spring gardening efforts. The Lemont Center for the Arts is open from noon to 4 p.m. Fridays and Sundays, and from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. It is located at 1243 State St. (next to Aldi) in Lemont.

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of the Emancipation Proclamation. The Lemont Quarrymen Vintage Base Ball Team sponsored by the society will also make a guest appearance, and society members will serve picnic fare and beverages. Admission fee is $7 for adults and $3 for children ages 10 and younger. At 7 p.m., the society will announce the winner of the 2013 Crosstown Classic baseball ticket drawing who will receive two premium seats and parking for two games of the annual Cubs-Sox rivalry. Drawing tickets will be sold through May 9 at Smokey Row Antiques and Tom’s Place, and they will be available at the Historical Society through May 10. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Call the Historical Society Museum at 630-257-2972 for more information.

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FRANK J WOJCIECHOWSKI Frank Joseph Wojciechowski, age 66, (formerly of Lemont, Illinois), died April 21, 2013 in Clearwater, Florida. Born September 10, 1946 to Walter and Angeline Wojciechowski Proudly served in the United States Marine Corp, 1966-1968. Vietnam Veteran and recipient of two Purple Hearts. Married Judith Marusarz in 1969 and later married Barbara Markley in 2002. Preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Angeline Wojciechowski and nephew Dennis Kawa. Beloved father of three children: Jennifer Traina (Frank), Jeff Wojciechowski (Laura Garza), Jeremy Wojciechowski; loving grandfather to four grandchildren: Jessica, Samantha, Matthew, Gabriel. He is survived by his current wife, Barbara Wojciechowski; ex-wife, Judith Wojciechowski; his devoted sister, Dolores Kawa (Daniel) and four loving nephews, Daniel Jr., David, Derrick, and Douglas. A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 3 at 10:00am, at Our Lady of the Woods Church, in Orland Park, Illinois.

MARIE CONNOLLY HEJKA VAN PETTEN Marie Connolly Hejka Van Petten, age 87, of Lemont, passed away on April 13, 2013, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimers. Marie was born January 28, 1926, in Chicago, Illinois. She was the daughter of the late James Connolly and Margaret Watson Connolly of Chicago, Illinois, and the dear wife of the late Stacey Van Petten and her high school sweetheart, Harry Paul Hejka. Marie grew up in Chicago, Illinois, attended both St. Philomena Grammar School and Kelvyn Park High School in Chicago. As a housewife and mother during the 1970's, she dedicated her time to family and to volunteer work to “Save the Valley” for wildlife and forest preservation. She moved to Texas to spend the remainder of her years with her daughter, son-in-law, and two young grandchildren. Marie is survived by her loving children, Janet Hejka-Ortega of Downers Grove, Illinois, Margaret

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e, Illin s, Margare Moore and husband, Dr. Sam Moore of Bloomington Illinois, Cathy Hejka Cunningham and husband, Joe Cunningham of Westchester, Illinois, Marie Hejka Craig, and husband Christopher Craig of Houston, Texas, eight grandchildren, Matthew, Andy, Stephen, Jacob, Joshua, Mary, Travis, Harry, seven great-grandchildren, Corey, Joey, Danny, Sandy, Kyle, Kendal and Kayle, her sisters Helen “Mickey” Parejko of Niles, Illinois, and Patricia Ulrich of Ocala, Florida. Memorial viewing services will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Funeral services on Saturday, April 27, 2013, are from 9:00-10:30 a.m. both at Markiewicz Funeral Home, 108 Illinois Street, Lemont, Illinois. Phone: 630-257-6363. Burial at St. Adalbert in Niles, Illinois, will follow the Saturday Markiewicz Funeral Home service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in memory of Marie Hejka Van Petten to: The Amazing Place Alzheimers Memory Care, 3735 Drexel, Houston, Texas 77027. Phone: 713-552-0420. www.amazingplacehouston.org

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Anna C. Warchol nee Cieniawski, age 87, of Lemont, passed away April 12, 2013. Arrangements by Zarzycki Manor Chapels, Ltd. 708-839-8999

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Andrew Podczerwinski, 16, attempts to retrain himself to walk with the aid of his trainers, Jennifer White and Andrew Dignan, Friday during a rehab session at NextSteps Chicago, 8434 Corcoran Road in Willow Springs.

• MOBILITY Continued from page 4 “He was so anxious to get back to school, to get back to some normalcy,” said Andrea Heinz, who is Podczerwinski’s guidance counselor at Lemont High School. Despite his unusual circumstances, Podczerwinski has maintained honor student status and is on track to graduate on time. Podczerwinski is in a wheelchair and attending physical therapy at NextSteps Chicago in Willow Springs five days each week, working to regain motor and sensory function in his lower extremities. He also works out almost daily. Before the accident, Podczerwinski was on the Lemont High School wrestling team and enjoyed weightlifting. His neurosurgeon told Podczerwinski that his muscle mass prevented the weight of the tree from crushing him when it fell.

“He was always a positive kid. To be honest, I had more down days than he did.” Renata Podczerwinski Mother of Andrew Podczerwinski He already has built some muscular strength and balance in his lower body. Doctors are optimistic about future improvements, saying he has made surprising progress so far. “He was always a positive kid,” said Podczerwinski’s mother, Renata. “To be honest, I had more down days than he did.” The Podczerwinskis relied on their faith as a way to remain hopeful, Renata said. They are members of St. Cyril and Methodius Roman Catholic Church in Lemont. Despite Podczerwinski’s upbeat attitude, the cost of his recovery is undeniably

high. Andrew and Renata estimate that the medical expenses for his recovery, for which there is no projected timeline, will average $200,000 to $300,000 per year. But family and friends have come together to help cover Podczerwinski’s medical costs. Walk with Andrew, an organization devoted to benefiting the Podczerwinski family, hosted a fundraiser with the Lemont Hope and Friendship Foundation on March 16 at the Willowbrook Ballroom. More than 1,000 people attended. And while the final amount raised has not yet been determined, the Podczerwinskis estimate it to be several thousand dollars. Lemont High School hopes to increase that number significantly this weekend through the Walk with Andrew 5K. School officials hope to collect $10,000. “He’s not going to let anything stop him,” Heinz said.

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BULLETIN BOARD CLUBS Chorus of DuPage All-male barbershop chorus, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church, 815 S. Washington St., Naperville. Call Jerry Broz, 630-964-3139. Lemont-Homer Glen Rotary Noon Tuesdays, Ruffled Feathers, 1 Pete Dye Drive, Lemont. Call John, 630257-9063.

Darien Woman’s Club 7:30 p.m. every first Wednesday, September to April, Darien Swim and Racquet Club, 1001 Hinsbrook Ave. Call Veronica Dunford, 630-915-8278.

Ladies Aid of the Bohemian Home 1 p.m. every first Wednesday, Tabor Hills Pavillion, 1327 Crystal Ave., Naperville. Board meeting, 11 a.m. $8 for noon lunch. To register for lunch, call Vlasta, 630-322-8681.

American Wind Band rehearsals 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, O’Neill Middle School, 635 59th St., Downers Grove. americanwindband.org.

Darien Seniors Club Noon, every first Wednesday, The Sportsplex, 451 Plainfield Road, Darien. Membership not limited to Darien residents. Call Helen Peschel, 630-325-4263.

Questioning Youth Center Social group for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered and questioning youth ages 16 to 20, 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays, Naperville. For specific location, call 630-415-2053.

Lemont Junior Woman’s Club 7 p.m. every first Wednesday, September through May, Village Hall, 418 Main St., Lemont. www. lemontjuniorwomansclub.org.

Pinochle Club Noon to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Lincoln Center, 935 Maple Ave., Downers Grove. Room 307 on third floor. Call 630-649-2116.

Leading the Way Business networking, 8 to 9 a.m. Thursdays, Pancake Cafe, 1292 Rickert Drive, Naperville. Call Matt Ewald, 847-590-8300. www.napervilleleads.com.

Runners Grove Running Club 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, The Runners Grove, 5155 Main St., Downers Grove. Run distances spanning 2 to 10 miles at paces varying between a walk and fast run. Refreshments served at completion of every run. Members welcome. Call 630-493-0800.

Networking For All Noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays. Call for location. A noncompete business referral group looking for professionals interested in growing their business via relationships. 630-234-7126, www. nfareferralgroup.com.

Walking club Contours Express, 10 a.m. Wednesdays, 70 Ogden Ave., Downers Grove. Free. 630-810-9777.

Sales Professionals of Illinois Inc. 7:30 to 8:45 p.m. Thursdays, Pancake Delight House, 75th Street and Fairview Avenue, Darien. Call Eve Dunn, 630-852-0580.

West Suburban Businesswomen 7:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Downers Delight Restaurant, 75th Street and Fairview Avenue, Downers Grove. Call Cathy Wagner, 630-921-9720. American Legion Alexander Bradley Burns Post, 7:30 p.m. every first Wednesday, American Legion Hall, 4000 Saratoga Ave., Downers Grove. Bingo every Tuesday. Call Post Adjutant, 630-968-9710., www.post80.org.

Soul Priority 7 to 7:50 a.m. Fridays, Caribou Coffee, 5100 Main St., Downers Grove. Business leaders and owners discuss integrating faith’s best practices in the workplace. 630963-4122, www.soul-priority.org. Salt Creek Civil War Round Table 8 p.m. every first Friday, September through June, Fairview Village, 200 Village Drive, Downers Grove. 630769-6182, www.saltcreekcwrt.org.

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Overeaters Anonymous 9:30 a.m. Saturdays, Lord of Life Lutheran Church, 725 75th St., Darien. 630972-9074.

West Suburban Alano Club Open speaker meetings, 7 p.m. Saturdays and 10 a.m. Sundays, West Suburban Alano Club, 17 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Alcoholics Anonymous meetings during week. 630-968-4694. DBSA Depression / Bipolar Support Group 1 to 3 p.m. Sundays, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. $2 donation appreciated. www.dbsawest.org.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Lemont chapter, 6:15 to 6:50 weigh-in, followed by meeting, Tuesdays, Bethany Lutheran Church, 508 Lemont St., Lemont. Call Lois, 630257-8112. Teen Parent Connection Support group for teens with or expecting children, 3 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, DuPage Township Office, 241 Canterbury Lane, Bolingbrook. Contact Pam DiGioia, 630-790-8433, Ext. 307, pamelad@teenparent connection.org.

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AA for deaf and hard of hearing 7 p.m. Saturdays, West Suburban Alano Club, 17 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Call 630-968-4694.

Mothers Support Group 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Good Samaritan Health and Wellness Center, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. To register, call Advocate’s Health Advisor at 800-323-8622 and ask for class code 4B10.

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AA/Alanon 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturdays, St. Andrews Church, 1125 Franklin St., Downers Grove. Call Bruce/Sharon, 630-852-7142.

DBSA Depression / Bipolar Young Adult Support Group 1 to 2:30 p.m. Sundays, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Ages 16 to 25. www.dbsawest.org, dbsawest@gmail.com.

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New Beginnings Support group for divorced, separated and widowed, 7:15 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, 1215 Modaff Road, Naperville. newbeginnings-il.com. Take Off Pounds Sensibly 8 p.m. Tuesdays, First Congregational Church of Downers Grove, Room 502, 1047 Curtiss St. Call AnnaMay, 630-964-2004. GriefShare 10 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Trinity Lutheran Church of Lisle, 1101 Kimberly Way. Call 630-390-3039. Rainbows Support Group For children experiencing loss, 6 to 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, St. Mary of Gostyn, 445 Prairie Ave., Downers Grove. 630-960-3565 Ext. 219. Postpartum Depression Support Group 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. $15. To register, call the Health Advisor, 800-3238622, www.advocatehealth.com. Al-Anon 8 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, Faith United Methodist Church, 432 59th St., Downers Grove. Participants should enter the rear of the church and go to Room B-6. Mended Hearts Inc. 7 p.m. every first Wednesday except July and August, Oak Rooms, Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Overeaters Anonymous Noon and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, St. Luke’s Presbyterian Church, 3910 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. 6:45 p.m. newcomers meeting. Free offering taken. Call Susan, 630-841-6517. oa.org. DBSA Depression / Bipolar Friends and Family Support Group 7 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, 3815 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. $2 donation appreciated. www.dbsawest.org, dbsawest@gmail.com. Women’s support group Thursdays, Christ Church of Oak Brook, 31st Street and York Road. Call Marianne Patrevito, 708-306-5949. www.cc-ob.org.

Compulsive Eaters Anonymous 7 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Christian Church of Villa Park, 1336 S. Villa Ave. 12 step fellowship. Draws from Glen Ellyn, Wheaton, Downers Grove and Lisle. Call Maggie, 402-968-5186, or John, 708-860-5547. CEA-HOW.org.

Downers Grove Square Thrus lessons 7 to 9:30 p.m. Mondays, Faith United Methodist Church, 432 59th St., Downers Grove. No partner necessary. Casual attire. 630-665-3761, www.squarethrus. com, gordondelaney@att.net.

Women Connected from the Start 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, Wellness House, 131 N. County Line Road, Hinsdale. Support group for women regarding the physical changes and emotional transitions associated with new and continuing treatment. Call Cece Cornell, 630-654-5111, ccornell@wellness house.org. wellnesshouse.org.

Art lessons Brigantine Gallery, 5149 Main St., Downers Grove. Monday afternoons or evenings, Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons. Call Joan or Tess, 630-663-0399.

Reformers Unanimous Addiction program, 7 to 9:30 p.m. Fridays, Marquette Manor Baptist Church, 333 75th St., Downers Grove. Call Joel Dedic, 630-800-6540. Bereaved Parents USA West Suburban Chapter, 8 p.m. every first Friday, Redeemer Lutheran Church, First Street and Park Avenue, Hinsdale. For parents, siblings and grandparents who have experienced the death of a child. Call Donna Corrigan, 630-279-6148. Alcoholics Anonymous hotline Find local meeting at 630-8878671 or www.aa-nia.org.

SEMINARS “Get It SOLD! Staging to Sell” 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, Darien Park District, 7301 Fairview Ave. Home sale seminar. $24 residents, $29 nonresidents. Register at 630-9686400, www.darienparks.com. Family Matters group classes Held on a weekly basis at Wellness House, 131 N. County Line Road, Hinsdale. For those who are experiencing cancer in the family. To register, call Betsy Rubenstein at 630-654-5118.

FITNESS Hatha yoga 9 to 10 a.m. Mondays and 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Antares Institute of Integrative Health, 545 Plainfield Road, Suite E, Willowbrook. Register at 630-321-2296. Hula hoop workout class 7:30 to 8:15 p.m. Mondays and 10:15 to 11 a.m. Thursdays, Pleasant Dale Park District Recreation Center, 7425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge. $65 for a six-week session. Register at pleasantdaleparks.org. Pre-natal yoga 5:30 p.m. Mondays, Antares Institute of Integrative Health, 545 Plainfield Road, Suite E, Willowbrook. Register at 630-3212296. Leslie Sansone “Walk Live” exercise classes 7 to 7:45 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays and 11 to 11:45 a.m. Saturdays, Bethel Lutheran Church, 36 N. Grant St., Westmont. Wear light, comfortable clothing and bring water. Register online. $5 - $7. www.oneheartfitness.com, kathy@oneheartfitness.com. Free Hot Hula Class 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Mondays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and 10 to 11 a.m. Fridays, Rhythmax, 3020 Reflection Drive, Naperville. Hana Hou Hula Productions. 630-447-9692, www. facebook.com/HotHula FitnessWithJessie?ref=hl.

“Keep it moving” small group exercise class 11:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Adventist Paulson Rehab Network, 619 Plainfield Road, Willowbrook. For those who need assistance exercising on an ongoing basis. $215 per month. Register at 630-856-8200.

“Dog and Baby Connections” class 7 to 8:45 p.m. Monday, April 29, Hinsdale Public Library, 20 E. Maple St. Hinsdale Humane Society. Register at 630-323-5630 Ext. 17, pr@hinsdalehumanesociety.org.

Many Hands, One Heart Gala 6 to 11 p.m. Friday, May 3, DoubleTree Hotel, 1909 Spring Road, Oak Brook. $150. 630-682-5402 Ext. 254, www.peoplesrc.org.

WELLNESS RELIGION Mindfulness For Everyday Living 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Wellness House, 131 N. County Line Road, Hinsdale. Meditation class. Call Valerie Piazza, 630-654-5118. www.wellnesshouse.org, vpiazza@ wellnesshouse.org.

FUNDRAISERS Bowl 4 MS Candlelight Fundraiser 7 p.m. Friday, May 3, Lisle Lane, 4920 Lincoln Ave. Includes dinner, 9 p.m. $30 before Wednesday, May 1; $40 after. bowl4ms@AOL.com.

SERVICE

Worship Services 6 p.m. Saturdays and 8:30 and 11 a.m. Sundays, Church of the Nazarene, 12725 Bell Road, Lemont. 708-349-0454, www.chicagofirstnaz.org. Connect Night 5:45 p.m. dinner, 6:30 p.m. classes and discussions, Wednesdays, Christ Community Church, 13400 Bell Road, Lemont. 630-257-7770. National Day of Prayer Service 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, St. John Lutheran Church, 7214 S. Cass Ave., Darien. Theme is “Joyful, Joyful.” info@sjlcdarien.org.

Extension Food Pantry 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays and Thursdays and every first, third and fifth Monday and 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays, POWER Connection, 999 Remington Blvd., Bolingbrook. Large food and clothing pantry, 1 to 6:45 p.m. every second and fourth Monday. 630-679-6899, www.thepowerconnection.org.

LIBRARY

HCS Family Services Parent Mentor Volunteer needed HCS Family Services, 19 E. Chicago Ave., Hinsdale. Call Trayce Biancalana, 630-323-2500. hcsfamilyservices. org, tbiancalana@hcsfamilyservices. org.

REUNIONS

Meals on Wheels volunteers DuPage Senior Citizens Council, 10:30 a.m. to noon Mondays to Fridays. Contact Patricia Sims, 630-620-0804, volunteer@dupageseniorcouncil.org.

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CLASSES Pre- and Post-Natal exercise pool class 7:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays and 8 to 9 p.m. Thursdays, Adventist Paulson Rehab Network, 619 Plainfield Road, Willowbrook. Exercise and basic child birth information. A six-week session costs $115. Register at 630-856-8200.

ities continue in the afternoon at Creekside Park in Winfield. 630668-1571, www.theosophical.org.

SPECIAL EVENTS World Tai Chi & Qigong Day 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Theosophical Society in America, 1926 N. Main St., Wheaton. Festiv-

“The Wrong Box” screening 1:30 p.m. Monday, April 29, Clarendon Hills Public Library, 7 N. Prospect Ave. Register at 630-323-8188, www.clarendonhillslibrary.org/.

St. Francis Xavier Class of 1970 Reunion Making plans for event. Contact Meg Shannon, exec @gec-group.com.

Storytime with Felicia 11 a.m. Saturdays, Barbara’s Bookstore, Burr Ridge Village Center, 810 Village Center Drive. 630-920-1500, www. barbarasbookstore.com/event. Girl’s Night Out 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays, Mary Kay Training Center, 4712 S. Main St., Lisle. Food, fun and a facial/makeover. Register at 630-3369858. www.marykay.com/donnahais.

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WHERE: Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove WHEN: 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2 COST & INFO: $20, $25 after April 25; 630-9607600, www.seaspar.org; www. classiccinemas.com A beneit for SEASPAR stars American English, a top Beatles tribute band. SEASPAR provides year-around recreation services for individuals with disabilities, and is an extension of the park districts of Clarendon Hills, Darien, Downers Grove, La Grange, La Grange Park, Lisle, Westmont, Woodridge and the villages of Brookield, Indian Head Park and Western Springs.

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SHEER POETRY WHERE: Brewed Awakening, 19 W. Quincy St., Westmont WHEN: 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 28 COST & INFO: $7 includes beverage and snack; www. brewedawakening.us, 630-852- 2233 Two highly regarded Illinois poets, Debra Bruce and Jim Lambert, will be featured. The Roaming Librarians from the Westmont Public Library also will participate in the event put on by Brewed Awakening and the Illinois State Poetry Society, based in Bolingbrook. Bruce’s poetry collection “Sudden Hunger” earned the Carl Sandburg Award from the Chicago Public Library, and her work has received awards from the National Endowment for the Arts.

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Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave., Western Springs WHEN: 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 28 COST & INFO: $18 for subscribers and CTWS parents, $20 for the public, and $8 for high school age and younger; www.theatreof westernsprings.com, 708-246-3380 As a fundraiser for Theatre of Western Springs, its adult troupe will team with youthful members of its Children’s Theatre in the revue “Passport to Broadway.” Musical direction is by opera singer Tracey Ford.

171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville WHEN: 8 p.m. Friday, April 26 COST & INFO: $35 or $28, $22 for seniors, $12 for students and $2 more at the door; www.chicagoacappella.org, 773-281-7820 Founded by Jonathan Miller of Downers Grove, the critically acclaimed Chicago a cappella will perform an American Songbook concert. It features inventive new arrangements of selections by such composers as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Irving Berlin and Richard Rodgers. The ensemble is gearing up for its 20 anniversary season under Miller, its artistic director.

DIVEHEART BENEFIT WHERE: Lodge Pub at Four

Lakes, 5750 Lakeside Drive, Lisle WHEN: 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 28 COST & INFO: $20; www.diveheart.org, 630-964-1983 Dive into fun at this year’s Diveheart community fundraiser called Band Together. Held at the Lodge Pub, it features music, fun and food, all of which beneit Diveheart’s mission to provide scuba diving opportunities for children, adults and veterans with disabilities. The band Second Hand Soul will perform, and the whole family, including kids, are invited.

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Mécénat serves up bistro charm WESTERN SPRINGS – A warm bistro environment with decor nods to Europe is the setting for Mécénat’s eclectic menu exploring global culinary influences. An enticing aroma greeted us at the door of the Western Springs restaurant on a recent Sunday afternoon, and while we perused the beer and wine lists, the server brought us deliciously crusty french bread, a simple, but great first impression. The wine list is extensive, given that Mécénat (pronounced: ma-say-nah) also operates retail wine sales several nights a week. The soup of the day was butternut squash with apple, but we opted to share a salad of baby spinach with the unusual twist of honey jalapeño vinaigrette – not too spicy, but definitely a shakeup from the norm. It combined fennel and creamy chunks of avocado with a colorful interplay of grape tomato halves as garnish, along with bite-size fritters, whose crisp exterior gave way to warm goat cheese. Outstanding. “Completely different, and there’s a zip to the dressing,” raved my dining companion. The entrees tempted with Grilled Alaskan Halibut with soy glaze, baby bok choy and wild mushroom dumplings; Mushroom Stuffed Filet with port wine sauce, garlic smashed potatoes, Brussels

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Mécénat bistro is in downtown Western Springs. sprout leaves and bacon; and Stuffed Portabella Mushroom with eggplant, spinach, mozzarella, tomato and artichoke hearts topped with Parmesan cheese and balsamic glaze. Entrees range from $12 to $28. My companion was intrigued by the Midnight Sandwich – actually a variation of the Cuban – prepared with pork, chicken, asparagus and housemade pickle on

melt-in-your-mouth ciabatta. He paired it with a tasty Lagunitas DogTown pale ale. Available on draft, it was served in a wide-mouth jar for a fun presentation. The accompanying french fries are my favorite kind: thin and crispy, served hot and fresh. The perfect guilty pleasure was prepared with a sprinkle of herbs. The family at a neighboring table

selected what was obviously a familiar hit: a double order of the truffle-infused fries. From the small plate menu, I picked the beef sliders on pretzel bun, expecting a burger, but the trio turned out to be sliced beef, nicely flavored by grilled sweet red peppers and caramelized onions, and given a little zing with horseradish cream and a dip into the generous serv-

Baby spinach salad is dressed with honey jalapeño vin- Midnight Sandwich is a variation on the classic Cuban. aigrette and garnished with warm goat cheese fritters.

Mécénat Address: 821 W. Burlington Ave., Western Springs Contact: www.mecenatbistro .com, 708-246-8668 Hours: 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday; 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday Dress code: Nice casual

ing of au jus. Another guilty pleasure was dipping the last of the french bread. Too full for dessert, we sadly had to forgo our knowledgeable server’s recommendations: an in-house prepared strudel, a brownie specialty, and the creme brulee she called “fantastic,” whose flavor changes weekly. Displayed around the room are framed photographs of Western Springs taken by the owner’s daughter, Mécénat’s manager. Hand-stenciling and faux stone designs on walls conjure a bistro getaway, and a divider separates the dining room from the bar, with live music featured weekends. In homage to the wines, sleek sconces mimic the curve of magnum bottles.

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Beef sliders on pretzel buns, accompanied by au jus for dipping, are among the small plate menu items.

EVENTS

Treasures from Trash 1 to 4 p.m. weekdays in April, Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. Games and recycled craft. $12 adults, $9 children. 630-968-0074, www.mortonarb.org/. We Heart Trees 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekends in April, Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. In Children’s Garden. mortonarb.org. “Seussical the Musical” 10 a.m. Wednesdays to Fridays through May 31, and 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays, April 27 and May 11 to June 1, Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. $12. Breakfast buffet with Seussical characters, 11:30 a.m. on Saturday performance days. www.drurylaneoakbrook.com. Art Department Senior Shows 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Wednesday, May 1, Blanchard Hall - Wheaton College,

501 College Ave. In the Hansen Main and Small Galleries and the Student Gallery. 630-752-5050, media. relations@wheaton.edu. “On the Road to Glory: Fred Lorenzen” 1 to 5 p.m. through Sunday, May 19, Elmhurst Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave. www.elmhursthistory.org, ehm@elmhurst.org. “Minerals in Food-Featuring The Rock Cafe” 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Sunday, June 2, Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art, 220 Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. Special exhibit. 630-8331616, www.lizzadromuseum.org, info@lizzadromuseum.org. “Oliver!” Through Sunday, June 2, Drury Lane Theatre, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 1:30 and 8 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 5 and 8:30 p.m. Saturdays and 2 and 6 p.m. Sundays. $35 to $49. 630-530-0111, www. drurylane.com.

“Early Illinois Folk Art 1825-1925” Exhibit Through Sunday, Sept. 15, DuPage County Historical Museum, 102 E. Wesley St., Wheaton. 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays and noon to 4 p.m. weekends. www. dupagemuseum.org.

FRIDAY, APRIL 26 “No Strings Attached” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 26 to 28, Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road, La Grange Park. Children’s musical by “Footlight Players of La Grange Park.” $4 adults, $2 ages 7 and older, free for ages 6 and younger. 708-354-4580. Children’s Garden Arbor Weekend Celebration 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday to Sunday, April 26 to 28, Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. Plant tree seeds, investigate tree cookies and hunt for unique trees. 630-968-0074, www.mortonarb.org.

Tree Planting and Story Time 11 a.m. Friday, April 26, Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. Help Curious George and the man in the yellow hat plant a real tree. 630-9680074, www.mortonarb.org. “The Really Hip Adventures of Go-Go Girl” 7 p.m. Friday to Sunday, April 26 to 28, Benet Academy, 2200 Maple Ave., Lisle. Benet Academy Drama Department. $5. 630-719-2796. Student Fashion Show 7 p.m. Friday, April 26, College of DuPage, Student Services Center Atrium, 425 Fawell Drive, Glen Ellyn. Featuring “Project Runway” designer Suede. $35 VIP tickets, $25 general seating. 630-9424000, cod.edu/programs/fashion. Riverside Township Radio Players Show 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 26, Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road. “High Noon” from the Jack Benny Show and “The Poltergeist” from Lights Out. Call Ellie, 708-442-8810.

Men’s Glee Club Concert 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, April 26, Wheaton College, Pierce Memorial Chapel, southeast corner of Washington and Franklin streets. $10 general audience, $5 students and seniors. 630-752-5099. Chicago a cappella performance 8 p.m. Friday, April 26, North Central College, Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. $28, $22 seniors, $12 students in advance; additional $2 at the door. www. chicagoacappella.org. “Middletown” 7:30 p.m. Friday and 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, April 26 and 27, Wheaton College, Jenks Hall, 433 North Howard St. $10. 630-752-5800, www.wheaton.edu/Arena-Theater. “Legally Blonde: The Musical” 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1 and 5:30 p.m. Sunday, April 26 to 28, Nazareth Academy Auditorium, 1209 W. Ogden Ave., La Grange Park. $18. Registration required at 708-354-0061 Ext. 128.

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Flowers: Close-up Paintings like Georgia O’Keeffe Friday to Sunday, April 26 to 28, DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. 630-637-8000, www. dupagechildrensmuseum.org. Karaoke at The Nest 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Fridays, The Nest Bar and Grill, Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive. Ages 21 and older. www. bolingbrookgolfclub.com.

Vegas style entertainer 8 p.m. to midnight Fridays, Scapa Italian Kitchen, 1 Walker Ave., Clarendon Hills. Johnny Rome. 630-323-7000. Aidan O’Toole 5 p.m. Fridays, Ballydoyle Irish Pub, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. 630-969-0600, ballydoylepub.com. Open game nights 7 p.m. to midnight Fridays, Fair Game, 5150 C Main St., Downers Grove. 630-963-0640, www.fairgamestore.com.

SATURDAY, APRIL 27 “Passport to Broadway” 7 p.m Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, April 27 and 28, Theatre of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave. Musical revue. $18 subscribers and Children’s Theatre parents, $20 public, $8 high school age and younger. 708-246-3380, www.theatreofwestersprings.com. Artistry in Wood Exhibition and Sale 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 27 and 28, Cantigny Park, 1S151 Winield Road, Wheaton. North Suburban Carvers. www.cantigny.org. Standard Market’s Second Annual Open House 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Standard Market, 333 E. Ogden Ave., Westmont. Tastings and live entertainment. 630-366-7030, standardmarket.com. Arbor Day Plant Sale Noon to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 27 and 28, Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. 630-968-0074, mortonarb.org. Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Wheaton College, Edman Memorial Chapel, northeast corner of Washington and Franklin streets. $10, $5 students and seniors. 630-752-5099. DuPage County Human Race 9 a.m. Saturday, April 27, Esplanade at Locust Point, 2001 Butterield Road, Downers Grove. 5k run/itness walk. Register at dupagehumanrace.org/. Spring Woodland Wildflowers Class 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, April 27, Morton Arboretum, 4100 Illinois Route 53, Lisle. $18 for members, $25 nonmembers. 630-968-0074, www.mortonarb.org/. Trivia Night Fundraiser 7 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Burke Beverage, 4900 S. Vernon St., McCook. Kiwanis Club of Western Springs - Hinsdale. $25. Free beer on-tap. Ages 21 and older. Register at mrizzardini@comcast.net. CALJE (Chicago Afro-Latin Jazz Ensemble) 8 p.m. Saturday, April 27, North Central College Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. $25 to $35. 630-637-7469, inearts. northcentralcollege.edu. “Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War” exhibit opening gala 1:30 to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 27, Glen Ellyn Public Library, 400 Duane St. 630-469-0879, www.gepl.org.

SUNDAY, APRIL 28 National Poetry Month Reading 12:30 to 2 p.m. Sunday, April 28, The Brewed Awakening, 19 W. Quincy St., Westmont. Featuring Debra Bruce, Jim Lambert and The Roaming Librarians. Includes open mic. $7. wem@ameritech.net. Bolingbrook Community Chorus Concert 2 p.m. Sunday, April 28, First Presbyterian Church of DuPage, 190 N. Weber Road, Bolingbrook. “Thank You For the Music.” Refreshments served

TREE-MENDOUS FESTIVITIES WHEN: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday to Sunday, April 26 to 28 WHERE: Morton Arboretum, 4100 Route 53, Lisle COST & INFO: With Arbor Day observances happening across the suburbs, it’s only natural The Morton Arboretum extended its celebration to a full week, including festivities in the Children’s Garden. Youngsters can plant tree seeds, investigate tree cookies, and go on a hunt for ive unique trees. Regular admission is charged. For details, contact 630-968-0074 or www. mortonarb.org.

following concert. 630-739-3228. Music@Bethel Piano Concert 3 p.m. Sunday, April 28, Bethel United Church of Christ, 315 E. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst. Jeffrey Panko. $20 adults, $18 seniors, $5 students and children. 630-279-4040, www. musicatbethel.com. Band Together for Diveheart Fundraiser 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, April 28, The Lodge Pub and Grill at Four Lakes, 5750 Lakeside Drive, Lisle. Secondhand Soul Band. $25, free for ages 11 and younger. www. stayclassy.org/lisle/events/bandtogether-for-diveheart/e22992. Wine Tasting to Benefit Pits for Patriots 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 28, Hillgrove Wine Cellar, 800 Hillgrove Ave., Western Springs. $35 in advance, $40 at the door. www. PitsForPatriots.org. March for Babies 8 to 10 a.m. Sunday, April 28, Naperville Riverwalk, 736 W. Jackson Ave. Fundraiser for March of Dimes. 312-765-9040, www.marchofdimes.com/illinois/. Walk the Walk for Autism 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, April 28, Hinsdale Central High School, 55th and Grant streets. Three-mile walk presented by the Community House. Beneits Charlie’s Gift Autism Center. $25 in advance, $35 day of walk. 630-810-1200, www. thecommunityhouse.org/charliesgift.

MONDAY, APRIL 29 Rooftop Gardens, Studio Drop-in Monday, April 29, to Sunday, May 5, DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. 630-637-8000, www. dupagechildrensmuseum.org.

TUESDAY, APRIL 30 Chemistry: Pop, Fizz and WOW, A Start in S.T.E.M. Series Class 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, DuPage Children’s Museum, 301 N. Washington St., Naperville. Ages 4 to 6. $15 members, $21 nonmembers. Register at 630-637-8000, www. dupagechildrensmuseum.org. Chamber Singers Metamorphosis Concert 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 30, North Central College Wentz Concert Hall, 171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville. $3 to $5. 630-637-7469, inearts. northcentralcollege.edu.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1 Open Mic 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Ballydoyle Irish Pub, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Sign up begins at 8 p.m. Three song limit. At all three locations. 630-969-0600, www.ballydoylepub.com, info@ ballydoylepub.com. Latin Night at Coop’s Den 8 p.m. to midnight Wednesdays, Coop’s Den, 148 W. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Free beginner salsa dance lesson, 8 p.m.; open dancing, 9 p.m. to midnight. 630-759-0148, www.facebook.com/hamp22 entertainment.

THURSDAY, MAY 2 American English Live 7 p.m. Thursday, May 2, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Beatles tribute band. Beneits SEASPAR. $20 before Friday, April 26; $25 after. 630-960-7600, www.seaspar.org.

By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com LEMONT — Talking to Rylie Jay, one could get the impression that the Lemont shortstop is off to a slow start this spring. Admittedly tough on herself, the sophomore believes there is room for improvement. And that can only be a scary thought for opposing pitchers considering Jay was hitting .610 (25-for-41) with five home runs heading into this week. “I am hard on myself,” said Jay. “I know my goals for this year and I get frustrated because I know what I’m doing wrong. I’m hitting OK but I want to do better. I’m getting there.” While agreeing that Jay expects a lot from herself, Lemont head coach Chris Traina says she is a joy to coach. “Rylie is a great kid,” Traina said. “She loves the game and wants to keep getting better and better at it. She is never satisfied. “She has the athletic ability and the talent but how she works and her wanting to get better and better, that is what is impressive.” Having already driven in 26 runs while scoring 22 times, Jay’s strong start has coincided with the team’s, as the Indians won 10 of their first 12 games. “I think we are doing really well,” she said. “We are hitting very well, defensively, our infield and outfield defense is solid and we have really good pitching.” A year ago, Jay didn’t quite know what to expect from her first season of high school

By the numbers Rylie Jay’s stats entering this week: .610: Batting average 5: Home runs 26: RBIs

softball. Her goal was to make the varsity and anything after that was icing on the cake. She ended up hitting .435 with five homers and 46 RBIs while garnering all-conference and all-state honors. “I was actually not looking to start,” said Jay, who has played travel softball with the Lemont Rockers. “I was very humble and quiet and I looked up to the seniors a lot. I was just trying to get into a groove and I got there. It was fun and a great experience.” This spring, she feels even more confident and comfortable and looks at herself as a bit of a mentor for current freshmen Maddy Vermejan and Anna Smagacz. “I’m trying to be a role model for our freshmen even though I’m only one year older,” she said. The Indians have just four seniors on the roster, which, according to Jay, might cause some teams to look past them. “I think having a young team, other teams might look down on us,” said Jay, who also played soccer and basketball growing up. “But even though we have a young team, we have a lot of good athletes. We don’t feel like we are young, we think we are on the same level with the other teams and that we can compete against them.”

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Lemont shortstop Rylie Jay throws to first base during an indoor practice earlier this season.

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League-leading Indians swat 28 hits in two wins By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com LEMONT — The Lemont baseball team has found one positive with the lousy weather that has wreaked havoc on the 2013 schedule. More time spent hitting. Stuck in the gym on many afternoons due to the rain and cold, more focus has been put on the offensive side of the game. “We are working hard at it,” said Lemont coach Brian Storako. “When you are stuck inside, that’s really all you can do. There are only so many ground balls you can take on a fieldhouse floor. So we are hitting a lot and our pitchers are throwing live a lot.” The results have been staggering for the Indians. Lemont (9-3 overall, 8-0 South Suburban Conference) knocked out 16 hits in Monday’s 16-5 win over TF North, with the squad jumping out to a 9-0 advantage after two innings before adding a single run in the fourth and three apiece in the fifth and seventh frames. Brett Twohill went 3-for-5 with a double, two RBIs and two runs scored while Matt Kaminski was 2-for-5 with a double, two RBIs and two runs. “We are swinging the bats well,” the coach said. “We are hitting well, from the top to the bottom.”

Big number 55: Runs scored by Lemont’s baseball team in its past four contests heading into Thursday’s scheduled matchup with Oak Lawn. The Indians belted 50 hits during that stretch.

Jake Terrazas notched his second win of the spring on the mound, allowing four hits while striking out five in four innings of work. Kevin Trojak yielded no hits in three innings of relief work. On Saturday, Lemont again reached double-digits hits (12) in a 13-6 victory over Tinley Park. The Indians actually trailed 6-3 after four innings before tallying six runs in the fifth, highlighted by a two-run double by Terrazas, and four more in the sixth. Mike Wisz led the offense with a 3-for-5 performance, including a pair of doubles, two RBIs and a run scored. Mark Tokarski went 2-for-5 with a triple and three runs scored and Billy Hayes contributed two hits and two RBIs. “Saturday was really the first time we faced adversity where we were able to overcome it,” Storako said. “Credit Tinley Park for coming back and battling us after we beat them earlier in the week. We faltered a bit then came back and stuck with it and eventually our bats woke up.”

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Lemont’s Mike Papierski watches his fly ball to the outfield during a game earlier this season.

Jake Latz struck out seven in three and two-thirds innings of work. Joe Sambucci added two and one-third scoreless frames. “That’s been our plan from the beginning, to limit their pitch counts,” Storako said of splitting up the games

pitching-wise. “The meat of the schedule is coming up so we have all these guys who have seen innings and are battle-tested.” After a scheduled game Thursday against Oak Lawn, Lemont is set to play Eisenhower on Friday before

‘Are we really selling mattresses?’ By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com LEMONT — The Lemont baseball program is embarking on a unique fundraising opportunity that will allow its supporters to rest easy. The Indians, led by head coach Brian Storako, will hold its first-ever Mattress Fundraiser Sale from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday in the school’s fieldhouse. Proceeds will benefit

If you go What: Mattress Fundraiser Sale When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday Where: Lemont High School fieldhouse

Lemont High School’s baseball program. “We were actually approached,” Storako said. “A guy emailed me

traveling Saturday to Chatham-Glenwood. “They (Chatham) are always one of the top teams in 3A so we are looking forward to traveling down there,” Storako said. “That will be one of the top opponents we play.”

Unique fundraiser Sunday to benefit Lemont baseball program

and we decided to give it a try. As off the wall as it sounds, they (Custom Fundraising Solutions) take care of a lot of the stuff. “The guys are excited about it so we will see how it turns out.” According to a Lemont High School press release, all mattresses available will be brand new with their factory warranties. Prices will be set between 30 and 60 percent off of the regular retail cost for a wide

variety of mattress types. Customers can download a flyer from the school’s website, good for $50 off their purchase. “The guys did ask, ‘Are we really selling mattresses?’” Storako said. “We are not doing that, we are just providing an area for the company to sell. Lockport High School had done it in the past and I talked to their coach and he said they were pretty successful with it.”

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Convincing win lifts Indians to 6-0 in conference By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com LEMONT — Few opponents have been able to stop Lemont’s girls soccer team this spring. You can now add Mother Nature to the group that has failed. Playing in a steady rain Tuesday afternoon, the Indians still kept up the offensive pressure in a 6-1 victory over Thornton Fractional co-op. The squad improved to a perfect 6-0 in South Suburban Conference action and 7-1-2 overall. Aleksandra Mihailovic led the way with three goals before leaving early in the second half with an undisclosed injury. “She did real good for us,” said Lemont coach Rick Prangen. “She is our best forward and she really scores goals for us.” Kim Jerantowski tallied a goal and three assists for Lemont, which was seeing its first action since an 8-0 decision over Evergreen Park on April 16. “I feel like we are making some steady improvement,” Jerantowski said. “We still have to work on some of the little things but overall, we’ve been pretty strong. We are getting there.” Adding goals were Madelyln Bermele and Lindsey Mazur. “I think we’ve improved a lot since the first game,” Mazur said. “We are coming

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Lemont’s Aleksandra Mihailovic dribbles upfield during her three-goal effort against Thornton Fractional co-op Tuesday in Lemont. together and putting in a lot of effort.” Goalkeeper Kelly Fritz made five saves, all in the second half after not touching the ball for the first 40 minutes. The shutout was spoiled with less then 30 seconds remaining as Lemont yielded only its fourth goal of the season.

Undefeated doubles tandem wins tourney title By SCOTT SCHMID sschmid@shawmedia.com JOLIET — Alex Vasic and Jake Smagacz stayed undefeated on the season as the seniors won the No. 1 doubles title Saturday at the Joliet Township boys tennis tournament. The duo won all three of its matches in straight sets. The Indians finished fourth as a team. The host school claimed top honors while Plainfield South and Joliet Catholic tied for second. Nick Urban finished third at No. 1 singles to improve

to 10-2 on the spring. Fellow sophomore Nathaniel Burner also upped his mark to 10-2 after claiming third in the No. 2 spot. Both Urban and Burner won their third-place matches in straight sets. “I am very proud of the team for having such a successful showing at this tournament,” said Lemont coach Jon DeGuzman. “We see many of the teams that we will eventually face again in the coming weeks at the sectional tournament so it’s good to see where we measure up in terms of playability, skill, and also seeding.”

Having only been truly tested a couple of times this spring, the Indians will see exactly where they stand over the next two weekends. The team is traveling to the Quad Cities for the Moline Invite on Friday and Saturday before hosting its own tournament on May 3-4. In between will be league matches against Rich-

ards April 30 and Argo May 2. “We will find out the next two weeks,” Prangen said. “We open up (the Moline Invite) with Pleasant Valley and they are supposed to be one of the better teams in Iowa. We will see what happens. As a unit, I’m just looking for consistency. We will have to play well to do well.”

Match box Lemont 6 Thornton Fractional co-op 1 Goals: LEM — Alexsandra Mihailovic 3; Kim Jerantowski; Madelyn Bermele; Lindsey Mazur

Lemont Shamrocks open youth football registration SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA LEMONT — Registration is now open for the Lemont Shamrocks Youth Developmental Football Team at lemontshamrocks.com. The team will host an informational and registration meeting from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday in the Lion’s Room at the Lemont Park District Centennial Building, 16028 W. 127th St. in Lemont. Registration will remain open after the meeting. The Shamrocks are a

member of the St. Raphael Football, Inc. In-House Developmental League in Naperville. Information on the league can be found at www. straphaelfootball.org. The Shamrocks will play an eight-game season starting in September and ending in October with all games played either in Naperville or Lemont. Practice starts in August, and will be three times per week until school starts, then twice a week once school begins. Practices will be located at Covington

Knolls Fields on 127th Street. Participation on the Shamrocks is open second and third graders in the 2013–2014 school year and does not require parish membership or enrollment at any Catholic school or religious education program. For more information, contact Dave Fako (708-7056791, davefako@gmail.com) or Jim Pickering (312-3438445, jimpickering3@gmail. com) or visit the team’s website at lemontshamrocks. com.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Plaintiff, -v.MARIANNE RACILA, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS, INC., MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC

REGISTRATION SYSTEMS,INC., AS NOMINEE FOR GREENPOINT MORTGAGE FUNDING, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 09 CH 37501 13180 RAPHAEL STREET LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 8, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 10, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 13180 RAPHAEL STREET, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-33-304003-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with a attached 3 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is of-

fered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA0918660. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending

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twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's

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mysuburbanlife.com Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1016069. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1016069 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 27567 TJSC#: 33-3959 I524075 April 19, 26, May 3, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Plaintiff, -v.LAURENCE A. DASTYCH, MARGOT DASTYCH Defendants 10 CH 49703 26 EVERGREEN PL Lemont, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 7, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 17, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 26 EVERGREEN PL, Lemont, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-30-205030-0000. The real estate is improved with a brick single family frame home; 2 car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential

Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL

60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1029007. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1029007 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 49703 TJSC#: 33-9000 I526384 April 26, May 3, 10, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP F/K/A COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP, Plaintiff V. IRENA KAROBLYTE; BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK, N.A.; MCCARTHY STONE MANOR CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants 10 CH 54396 Property Address: 400 MCCARTHY ROAD UNIT 418 LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE - CONDOMINIUM Fisher and Shapiro file # 10-042348 (It is advised that interested parties consult with their own attorneys before bidding at mortgage foreclosure sales.) PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered on March 5, 2013, Kallen Realty Services, Inc., as Selling Official will at 12:30 p.m. on June 7, 2013, at 205 W. Randolph Street, Suite 1020, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real property: Commonly known as 400 McCarthy Road, Unit 418, Lemont, IL 60439 Permanent Index No.: 22-20440-041-1018

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.JENNIFER BRYANT, MATT BRYANT, OLD TOWN SQUARE CONDOMINIUMS OF LEMONT PHASES I, II, III AND IV Defendants 11 CH 13206 451 TALCOTT STREET LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 22, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 23, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 451 TALCOTT STREET, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-20-405024-1007. The real estate is improved with a brick townhouse; attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund,

which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1033302. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a dwelling. The property will NOT be open for inspection. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g) (4). The judgment amount was $149,697.39. Sale terms for nonparties: 10% of successful bid immediately at conclusion of auction, balance by 12:30 p.m. the next business day, both by cashier's checks; and no refunds. The sale shall be subject to general real estate taxes, special taxes, special assessments, special taxes levied, and superior liens, if any. The property is offered "as is," with no express or implied warranties and without any representation as to the quality of title or recourse to Plaintiff. Prospective bidders are admonished to review the court file to verify all information and to view auction rules at www.kallenrs.com. For information: Sale Clerk, Fisher and Shapiro, Attorney # 42168, 2121 Waukegan Road, Suite 301, Bannockburn, Illinois 60015, (847) 498-9990, between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. weekdays only. I521348 April 26, May 3, 10, 2013

5500 Attorney File No. PA1033302 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 13206 TJSC#: 33-6815 I525372 April 26, May 3, 10, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.DANIEL O'SHAUGHNESSY AKA DANIEL D. O'SHAUGHNESSY, SUSAN O'SHAUGHNESSY AKA SUSAN M. O'SHAUGHNESSY, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC., CITIBANK, N.A., S/B/M TO CITIBANK, FSB Defendants 11 CH 13355 418 HILLVIEW COURT LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 20, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 22, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 418 HILLVIEW COURT, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-29-233014-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home, two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1038365. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1038365 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 13355 TJSC#: 33-4432 I524895 April 19, 27, May 3, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO BAC HOME LOANS SERVICING, LP FKA COUNTRYWIDE HOME LOANS SERVICING LP Plaintiff, -v.MARTYNAS STANKEVICIUS, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., AS NOMINEE FOR COUNTRYWIDE BANK, FSB, KEEPATAW TRAILS TOWNHOME ASSOCIATION, ELIZABETH KUDRE, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 20800 12808 MARIAN DRIVE LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 26, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 14, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 12808 MARIAN DRIVE, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-33-115010-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story single family home; two car attached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of

the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1038874. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1038874 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 11 CH 20800 TJSC#: 33-8590 I524924 April 19, 27, May 3, 2013 FAX your AD to us! 815-477-8898 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, vs. SAM TABASCIO A/K/A SAM TABASS, BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., UNKNOWN TENANTS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants, 11 CH 9506 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on February 14, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 14675 Fox Hollow Lane, Lemont, IL 60439 P.I.N. 23-33-400-020 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The judgment amount was $701,871.82. The property will NOT be open for inspection. For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Of-

Reporter/Met - Friday, April 26, 2013 • LEM • Page 29 fices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 11-02145 I522421 April 12, 19, 26, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A., Plaintiff, -v.GREGORY J. VON ROX, KATHRYN R. VON ROX Defendants 12 CH 029792 511 LEDOCHOWSKI ST. Lemont, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 5, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 13, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 511 LEDOCHOWSKI ST., Lemont, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-20-442001-0000 VOL. 0062. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $242,489.72. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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 Plaintiff's attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN

& OLSWANG, LTD., 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 122725. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 12-2725 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 12 CH 029792 TJSC#: 33-4653 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. I524498 April 19, 26, May 3, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO NATIONAL CITY MORTGAGE A DIVISION OF NATIONAL CITY BANK Plaintiff, -v.JOYCE BLACK, WILLIAM BLACK A/K/A WILLIAM K BLACK, FIFTH THIRD BANK S/I/I TO FIFTH THIRD BANK (WESTERN MICHIGAN), UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 13744 1275 JANAS LANE LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 1, 2012, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 17, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1275 JANAS LANE, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-28-212014-0000. The real estate is improved with a two story townhouse; two car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be

open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500. Please refer to file number PA1207469. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1207469 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 12 CH 13744 TJSC#: 33-9004 I526226 April 26, May 3, 10, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE FOR WELLS FARGO ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-3 Plaintiff, -v.SUSANA ZARCO, RUBEN ZARCO, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 16272 1344 ARBOR DRIVE LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on February 19, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on May 21, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1344 ARBOR DRIVE, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-32-117001-0000. The real estate is improved with a single family home with an attached 2 car garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not $3

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12812 107TH STREET, Lemont, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-14-201054-0000 VOL. 062. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $172,658.64. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property 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)(1) 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 Plaintiff's attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 123790. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 Attorney File No. 12-3790 Attorney Code. Case Number: 12 CH 38249 TJSC#: 33-6116 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. I527340 April 26, May 3, 10, 2013 Get the job you want at:

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Think about it, write about it Sometimes the greatest changes can come from small actions. For Jackie Robinson, who had been playing sports all his life, stepping up to the plate to hit the ball was something he’d done many times. But April 15, 1947, was different, and by playing in his first Major League game, he would be paving the way for many athletes of all backgrounds. Sometimes, actions do speak louder than words. As Robinson

once said, “Life is not a spectator sport. If you’re going to spend your whole life in the grandstand just watching what goes on, in my opinion, you’re wasting your life.” What do you think would have happened if Robinson had decided not to play another game? What was the importance of Robinson showing up to play, day after day? Write your thoughts about Robinson’s bravery on a piece of paper.

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PLAY BALL! Get a pencil, crayon or marker and add the name of your favorite basball team on the baseball below! Maybe add a player with a bat hitting the ball too!

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LEM • Friday, April 26, 2013 • mysuburbanlife.com • Reporter/Met

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Reporter/Met • mysuburbanlife.com • Friday, April 26, 2013 • LEM