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Local news remains our focus Last Friday, we were thrilled to welcome The Kendall County Record, Plano Record, Sandwich Record, and Ledger-Sentinel into the Shaw Media family. Kathy and Jeff Farren purchased the Kendall County Record in 1973 and have published award-winning newspapers for the last 42 years. It was a pleasure getting to know Kathy and Jeff over these past few months. We are honored that they selected our company to continue their legacy in Kendall County. Shaw Media owns many other Northern Illinois publications, including the Daily Chronicle in DeKalb County, The HeraldNews in Will County, the Morris Herald-News in Grundy County, the Kane County Chronicle in St. Charles, the Lake County Journal in Grayslake, the Northwest Herald in McHenry County, The Daily Gazette in Sterling, The Telegraph in Dixon, and the two dozen weekly papers in Suburban Life Media that encompass communities in Cook, DuPage, Kane, Lake and Will counties. All of our publications focus on local news – the information residents cannot find anywhere else. Like the Farrens, the Shaw family knows a little something about having deep roots in a community: Shaw Media’s first publication – The Dixon Telegraph and Herald – began publishing in 1851. Benjamin Flower Shaw, then 20, became the owner and editor. B.F. Shaw would later work with Abraham Lincoln to solidify the Republican Party in Illinois.

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ABOVE: Yorkville will offer its annual Fourth of July fireworks display this weekend. BELOW: It’s customary to see Boy Scouts carrying the American flag during Yorkville’s Fourth of July parade.

Yorkville Fourth of July celebrations feature new parade route By MATT SCHURY mschury@kendallcountynow.com Celebrate the Fourth of July in Yorkville with the annual parade, community activities and fireworks display. The Fourth of July parade steps off at 9 a.m. at the high school baseball field at the north end of Church Street near Tower Lane and will finish in the same location. Parking will be available but residents are encouraged to use Game Farm Road off of Route 34 to access it because of the construction on Game Farm Road and Somonauk Street. Visitors to the parade and community event can park in the parking lot behind the Yorkville Public Library and City Hall, as well as the parking lot at Yorkville High School. The parade will head south on Church Street to West Main Street,

turn north from Main onto King Street to Center Street, west on Center to West Street and north on West Street into the Yorkville High School Academy / Yorkville Grade School parking lot. Following the

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parade will be activities in Town Square Park sponsored by New Life Church. Also, the Knights of Columbus of Yorkville will be taking donations for next year’s fireworks throughout the day.

Town Square activities will begin immediately following the parade and will include children’s foot races, rides, water fights and a performance by the Yorkville Community Band. Food and drink will also be available for purchase. This year’s activities will include a dunk tank where residents can try their hand at dunking city officials to raise money for the Fourth of July Celebration fund. Fireworks will begin at dusk and will be shot off near the corner of Route 47 and Countryside Parkway. The Yorkville Big Band will also be performing at 8 p.m. at the Larson-Nelson Funeral Home. All events are free but to contribute to the community event, donations can be made out and mailed to United City of Yorkville, 800 Game Farm Road, Yorkville Ill., 60560. Please write “4th of July” in the memo line. All donations are tax deductible.

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OSWEGO – Oswego’s Independence Day Eve Fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Prairie Point Park. Families are encouraged to view the show from Prairie Point Park or PrairieFest Park, according to the village. Viewers are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks. Independence Day celebrations also are scheduled at dusk on Saturday, July 4, in Yorkville near Route 47 and Countryside Parkway, and the Sandwich Park District will host its annual fireworks show on Sunday, July 5, from the Sandwich Fair Grounds. The Oswego Police Department will again limit parking and travel routes prior to and immediately following the event. The fireworks display will be set up at the Prairie Point Community Park, which is located on the Prairie Point Elementary School grounds between Plainfield and Grove roads. The display will end about 10 p.m. All fireworks viewers are encouraged to use the Traughber Junior High, Eastview Elementary, Prairie Point Elementary and the

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Oswego High School parking lots. Handicap parking will be made available in the school district’s Bus Transportation lot on Plank Road. Temporary no-parking signs will be posted at the following locations: • Route 71 between Route 34 and Forest Avenue. • Franklin Street (fire hydrant side only). • Wilmette and Calumet Street. • Plainfield Road between Route 71 and Linden Drive. • Grove Road between Plainfield Road and Arboretum Way. Regulatory no parking signs are posted on both sides of Stonehill Road, Theodore Drive, Templeton Drive and Plank Road. Both temporary and regulatory no parking signs will be strictly enforced. Parking on private property is prohibited unless you have prior permission from the land owner. To alleviate traffic congestion, traffic patterns will be altered at several intersections throughout the area and at school parking lot exits. The areas affected by these changes include: • Both parking lots of the Oswego High School and Eastview Elementary will only be allowed to travel

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Oswego’s annual Independence Day Eve fireworks show is set for 9:30 p.m. July 3. northbound on Route 71 (if they are open due to construction). • Motorists traveling east on Franklin Street will only be allowed to turn southbound onto Route 71. • Traffic will not be allowed to travel westbound on Washington Street from Route 71 or Plainfield Road. • Motorists exiting Stonehill Road onto Wolf’s Crossing Road will be required to

turn eastbound onto Wolf’s Crossing only. • Motorists exiting Stonehill Road onto Woolley Road will be required to turn eastbound onto Woolley Road. • Westbound traffic on Plainfield Road will be required to travel only southbound on Route 71. • Motorists exiting onto Woolley Road from the Traughber Junior High School lot will only be al-

lowed to travel northbound on Colchester Drive or eastbound on Woolley Road. Law enforcement officers will be located at intersections most affected by the increase in traffic and will assist with traffic control. In an effort to reduce traffic congestion, all people driving to the event are asked to carpool. Motorists also are asked to remain patient while traffic is clearing.

Full schedule of July 4 activities set in Newark

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KENDALL COUNTY RECORD NEWARK – The Newark Fourth of July committee again has planned a full schedule of activities. On July 3, the Newark Lutheran church will serve an Ice Cream Social on the church lawn from 3 to 5 p.m. The social will be followed by the Beer Garden and Street Dance on Jackson Street at Main Street. Food and beverages are available starting at 7 p.m. The local band, “Whiskey Romance,” begins performing at 8:30 p.m.

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Saturday’s activities start at 8:30 a.m. with the Flag Raising Ceremony at the Downtown Park. Parade line-up at the high school begins at 8:30 a.m., with judging until 10 a.m. Following the parade activities, center around the fire house and Jackson Street and Main Street. Fern Dell Museum will be open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., with a Quilt Show at 101 East Front St. The Tractor Show will be near the Misner Blacksmith Shop. The Charles B. Phillips Library will have children’s crafts and a book sale. BBQ chicken

and pork chop dinner will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the fire house. The Helmar Food Pantry will be selling pork burgers and hot dogs. Children’s games will be in the park as well as a new adult game. The silent auction features more than 100 items and will run through 1:30 p.m. The numbered button drawing will be at 1:15 p.m. Cash prizes of $100, $50 and $25 will be awarded to the winning numbers. The person holding the winning button will have one month to collect the prize.

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A headline in last week’s Kendall County Record incorrectly stated that the principal of Autumn Creek Elementary School had resigned. It was the principal of Grande Reserve Elementary School who resigned. The Kendall County Record regrets the error.

In the 164 years since our founding, Shaw Media has grown to include dozens of daily and weekly publications in Illinois and Iowa. We are the nation’s third oldest, continuously owned and operated publishing company. The addition of these Kendall County newspapers means much to me on a personal basis. I grew up reading the Oswego Ledger and then the Ledger-Sentinel. I still have several family members who live in Montgomery. Early in my career, I was a writer and an ad salesperson for the Beacon-News in Aurora. I attended Boulder Hill Elementary and graduated from Oswego High School. Of course, that was a long time ago. (Some might say a long, long time ago, but let’s not split hairs here.) One memory of my youth

illustrates just how much things have changed since then. I played for the “Royal Blue Team” in the Oswegoland Babe Ruth League. Most of our games were played at the old junior high, which now houses the Oswego Family YMCA. Riding my bike all the way from Boulder Hill (not the door-to-door parental shuttle service that is standard today), I was running a little late for one particular game. Pedaling as fast I could, I was about to cross Franklin Street. A car was coming, but I thought I had time. I was wrong. The teenager who was driving the car slammed on the brakes, but the vehicle was still moving at considerable speed when it struck me. I was thrown several feet in the air and landed so hard that one side of my white baseball pants was caked with a layer of black top. Amazingly, aside from a nasty bruise, I was uninjured. I played my baseball

game that day. On the other hand, my bike – a Schwinn Cotton Picker, if I recall – was totaled. I dragged the bike the rest of the way to the junior high and left it there. It could have been a tragedy, but it wound up being nothing more than a case of a broken bicycle. Parents did not scream at one another. The police were not called. No videos were posted on Facebook. No lawsuits were filed. Man, things have changed. And since that sunny afternoon in the late 70s, things have changed considerably in media as well. Back then, news waited. It waited until editors sifted through copy and carefully selected what was fit to print, and decided when to print it. It waited while stories and headlines were pasted onto pages that were made into metal plates. It waited while those plates were attached to the printing press and the big cylinders turned. Finally,

it waited until carriers delivered the newspapers to your homes or to newsstands. But, today, you don’t have to wait. Today, news can be consumed nearly instantaneously. We plan to deliver important, breaking news to you in digital formats. You can access the website, KendallyCountyNow.com, via desktop, tablet or mobile. You can follow us on Twitter and Facebook. In the very near future, you’ll be able to sign up for text alerts that will push breaking news to your mobile device. You won’t have to wait for Chicago television stations to decide that your community is “worthy” of their coverage. You’ll be able to watch local news video at KendallCountyNow.com. We know that life in Kendall County can get pretty hectic. We’ll do everything we can to help keep you informed in real time. Of course, we will continue to publish the

print edition of your newspaper. We know, for many people, the printed newspaper is a trusted old friend. It serves as the official “record” of life in this region. We plan to add more features and more color to the print publications. Yes, we are focused on emerging platforms to deliver information, but we are still big believers in the power of print. Our goal is to be your trusted source for local news and advertising, regardless of the platform you prefer. In fact, we hope that you choose to connect with us in print and online! On behalf of the Shaw family and Shaw Media’s board of directors, we are excited to welcome the Record Newspapers and the Ledger-Sentinel to our family. We can’t wait to get to know you better.

• John Rung is the president of Shaw Media. He can be reached at jrung@ shawmedia.com.

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Fireworks ‘not worth someone losing an eye’ Kendall County police warn residents about illegal fireworks MATT SCHURY mschury@kendallcountynow.com They go by many names – Green Goblin, Sinister Shells, Nuclear Sunrise – but if you are trying to get some peace and quiet around the Fourth of July, illegal fireworks can make it tough. Police in Kendall County say the complaints regarding illegal fireworks begin in June and last about a week after the holiday. “The biggest problems we have are the people who get the professional-type fireworks and make those really loud booms. Those are the ones we get the most complaints about,” Yorkville Police Chief Rich Hart says. Hart and other area law enforcement agents remind residents that shooting off fireworks in Illinois is illegal and they will ticket individuals breaking the law. “We take a pretty proactive approach,” he said. “If we see people shooting them off we are going to stop and deal with it and we’ll write them tickets.” Yorkville has an adjudicative process for violating the city’s fireworks ordinance. Fines for shooting off illegal fireworks can range from about $250 to $750 depending on the municipality

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Kendall County officials are reminding residents that most fireworks are illegal in Illinois. and the time of day. Despite the warnings, Hart says that every year people go to the state’s surrounding Illinois where fireworks are legal to buy them. “The night of the Fourth it’s going to be like a war zone in town and there’s no way that we can actively stop it, but we will cite people as we catch them and then confiscate their fireworks,” Hart said. “Obviously they are dangerous

and cause problems but every state around us has them legalized.” Montgomery Police Chief Daniel Meyers says the issue is the same in the village. “The number one problem is people are unaware of the dangers of fireworks,” Meyers said. “Sparklers can reach 2,000 degrees. That is hot enough to melt some metals.” Meyers recalls that they had a police officer hit acci-

dentally by a bottle rocket a few years ago. Fortunately, he said, the officer was not hurt but it damaged his uniform. Meyers said is an example of the unpredictability of fireworks. “It could have been a lot worse,” he said. “We don’t believe it was intentional but you can’t control them once you light them either.” Most towns in Kendall County will have official fireworks displays and there

are a few legal fireworks like smoke pellets and smoke grenades, glow snakes, sparklers. Cathy Nevara, public information officer for the Oswego Police Department, says the department encourages people to have fun but be safe and stay within the law. “The main aim of the village’s ordinance and the police department’s enforcement is to make sure that people are safe because it’s not worth someone losing an eye just to see a pretty sight that’s why we leave that to the professionals.” Plano Police Chief Steve Eaves says his department takes about 70 calls for complaints about illegal fireworks on the Fourth of July. With the holiday being on a Saturday, he says he expects even more calls than usual. He added that Plano would have extra patrols out on the night of the Fourth of July. “We now have a very stringent ordinance and we’ll charge them to our ordinance process which is adjudication,” Eaves said. “It seems to be it’s kind of getting worse, it’s almost like a week prior. It used to be basically the third, the fourth and the fifth, but it seems like it’s starting about a week ahead of time.”

Gen. Robert E. Lee presentation July 4

At 1 p.m. on July 4 at the Chapel on the Green in Yorkville, “An Afternoon With Confederate General Robert E. Lee” will be presented by Paul Wood of Wheaton. He will tell of Lee’s upbringing and family life, his training at West Point, how he rose to lead the Confederate army and, at wars end, his farewell speech to his troops. This year marks the 150th year since the end of the Civil War, and the 160th anniversary of the construction of the Chapel on the Green building in 1855. While at the event, visitors can take a brief tour of the renovated wedding facility, including a new antique wedding dress display room showing dresses from days gone by. There will also be a display of “shoe box” size floats. The Chapel on the Green is at 107 W. Center Street, across from the Town Square, where many of the Fourth of July festivities will take place. The admission for the program is $5. For information, call 630-553-6287.

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OUR VIEW

Yorkville’s July 4th tradition

Show support by attending one or more of the events Ask anyone who lives in Yorkville what they like best about the city and we’re certain many residents would include the city’s annual Fourth of July celebration. We agree. The city’s Fourth of July observance is a community tradition that dates back to the mid-1950s, when the Bristol-Kendall Fire Protection District’s Firearm’s Association organized a community parade followed by foot races in Town Square Park. The volunteer firemen also lined up the food and vendor booths in the park and then supervised the community’s fireworks display at dusk. The firearm’s association continued its sponsorship of the celebration until three years ago, when the association dissolved. Fortunately, a group of local residents working under the name of the Yorkville Area 4th of July Committee, has voluntarily stepped up and taken on the responsibility of organizing, fund-raising and staging the popular activities the community has enjoyed for the past six decades. If you have never attended a Yorkville Fourth of July observance, we would encourage you to do so – and to bring the family. For starters, the annual parade line-up is uniquely Yorkville, right down to the community band made up of current Yorkville High School Band members and many alumni. The games in the park are fun for the kids, parents and grandparents. In this day and age when children are increasingly focused on computer, cell phone and TV screens. It’s nice to see them participating in old-fashioned foot races in Town Square Park. We suspect that many of the parents and grandparents in attendance at the races this Saturday morning competed in the races as youngsters years ago. In addition to the races, the Yorkville Community Band will perform in the park and refreshments will be available for purchase. After the parade and fun in the park, residents usually head for home for their own cookouts and picnics. But most will return – along with many others – for the annual fireworks display beginning at dusk. This year’s display will be launched from the field just south of Menards, east of Route 47. Just prior to the display, area residents are invited to enjoy patriotic music as performed by the Yorkville Big Band, beginning at 8 p.m. on the grounds at the Larson-Nelson Funeral Home along the west side of Route 47. Back in the mid-1950s, members of the firearm’s association probably were too busy to consider that in staging the city’s first Fourth of July celebration, they were starting what would become a community tradition. Members of today’s Yorkville Area 4th of July Committee should be thanked for giving up part of their holiday to help carry on that tradition.

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Americans deserve some Independence Day fun In a few days, we’ll be celebrating Independence Day, a time for kicking back, enjoying a picnic or two, grilling some burgers, and generally having a good mid-summer time. And we apparently need all the fun we can find. Compared with other countries around the world, Americans work harder and longer hours than just about anyone else. Meanwhile, we seem to take a sort of perverse pride in complaining about ourselves. Politicians and moral scolds insist on complaining about the lazy American worker and his (and her) lack of what used to be called the Protestant work ethic. But the facts are we’re working harder than ever before despite the perceptions to the contrary. We really do deserve some time off. In colonial times, work was necessary to stave off starvation and death from a variety of causes, ranging from wild animals to bad growing seasons to Native Americans irate at the arrival of hoards of European settlers bent on stealing their land, homes and lives. Nonetheless, those first hardy pioneers liked to party so much they nearly annihilated themselves. For instance, when Thomas Dale arrived in Virginia in 1611 after a long sea voyage to bring supplies to the new colony, he was astonished and not a little appalled at what he found. Instead of busily farming or hunting, the residents were, while nearly on the brink of starvation, happily playing lawn bowls. Dale quickly put a stop to this out-of-control hilarity. The Puritans who maintained political control of the Massachusetts colony took even stronger measures. They made it illegal to fritter away any time at all on anything they decided did not further the interests of the colony’s survival. Christmas was banned (the Puritans, waging the first war on Christmas, insisted it was nothing but a pagan festival anyway), and games ranging from quoits to shuffleboard (including that evil pastime, bowls) were likewise proscribed. On Sunday, no recreation of any kind was allowed, not even taking a pleasant walk. One young couple got in trouble with the law for sitting together under an apple tree one Sunday. But once the colonists got the Indian and dangerous wild animal problems

REFLECTIONS Roger Matile under control – by enthusiastically exterminating both groups – the old Puritan “no-fun” attitude began to change. Americans then adopted holidays and invented all kinds of games and amusements to fill the holidays that they decided to take off from work. It’s interesting to note, however, that the U.S. has no true national holidays like the rest of the world. The Constitution has nothing to say on the topic, leaving holiday observances up to the states. So while the federal government gives its employees days off and even shuts down on certain days of the year, the several states don’t have to go along. One of the earliest and most popular forms of entertainment in America was gambling. Over the centuries, whole games of chance have come, enjoyed huge popularity, and have disappeared without a trace, games like faro. While faro is gone, many of the terms it spawned remain, terms like “to break even,” “play both ends against the middle,” and “to be in hock.” Clearly, though, it would be unthinkable for refined, religious people to frequent the dens of faro dealers. So, with their penchant for games as well as for inventing things, Americans perfected the board game as a way to have good, clean fun. The Mansion of Happiness, invented in 1843 by Englishman George Fox, was imported to the U.S. and revised for the young nation’s particular tastes. By taking turns, players could work their way toward eternal salvation while avoiding perjury, immodesty, and drunkenness among other pitfalls. The game proved only somewhat popular. But then, George S. Parker, a 16 year-old Massachusetts lad, invented Banking, a game in which players vied to become rich instead of saved from perdition. His fortune was made and Parker Brothers games was launched. During the inventive 19th Century, leisure pursuits from roller skates to bicycles were perfected and offered to an eager populace. By 1895, there were 10 million

bicycles in the U.S., all competing for road space – and pushing for better roads, too. Good roads movements began across the country well before automobiles became affordable, thanks to those magnificent men and women on their high-wheel bicycles. The fast pace of the American hunt for the perfect leisure activity moved ahead steadily until the 1970s, when the nation’s infatuation (actually, it seems as if it was more Americans’ bosses infatuation) with work overcame its love affair with play. According to one recent study, since the 1970s, and despite sharp gains in productivity, Americans’ work hours have increased over and above their European counterparts by about 50 percent. In Europe, productivity gains have meant that employees work fewer hours, and so have much more leisure time than their U.S. counterparts. And that doesn’t even taken into account the time working mothers spend on the job as well as working in the home. Working moms “enjoy” an average 80 hour work week when cleaning, cooking, and child care are all added to the mix. According to the 2013 Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development Better Life Index, the United States ranked 28th on their list of 37 developed countries, well below Scandinavia and other European countries. Granted, we scored pretty well in access to housing and family wealth, but we work far longer hours and have far less in the way of a support system (such as government-supplied child care for working families) than do our cousins across the Atlantic. As Bill Bryson put it way back in the 1980s in Made in America, “Almost uniquely among the developed nations, America took none of its productivity gains in additional leisure. It bought consumer items instead. And that, if it is any comfort to you, explains why you have a house full of labor-saving appliances and are more tired than ever.” So here’s some advice: Have fun over the Fourth of July. Kick back, go on a picnic, sit out on the patio and visit with the neighbors, watch a fireworks display after the sun goes down. Really, a bit of fun is good for you.

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To the editor: I’m disappointed by last week’s Confederate flag controversy, falsely conceived in racism and removed from public buildings in the name of political correctness. Samuel Adams once wrote, “Shame on the men who can court exemption from present trouble and expense at the price of their own posterity’s liberty!” And it was Thomas Paine who wrote in The First Principles of Government, “He that would make his own liberty secure must guard even his enemy from oppression; for if he violates this duty he establishes a precedent that will reach to himself.” Never then are the People’s liberties more at risk than when governments step in to do great things for the greater good and as Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once warned, “Experience should teach us to be most on our guard to protect liberty when the Government’s purposes are beneficent. Men born to freedom are naturally alert to repel invasion of their liberty by evil-minded rulers. The greatest dangers to liberty lurk in the insidious encroachment by men of zeal, well-meaning but without understanding.” I see a vast sea of cowards tumbling in waves of ignorance following the crowd rather than standing alone and having wisdom and understanding. The issue of slav-

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ery was brought up and dropped during the Constitutional Convention in 1787. Section 8 gives the federal government the power to coin money and control currency. How many of those who object to the flag will reject the currency that contains the faces of slave owners such as George Washington and Thomas Jefferson? How many of you will reject the government welfare and government pensions due to their slavery roots? The stars and stripes existed long before the Confederate flag while slavery was yet “legal.” Shall we ban them too? This is not the America I’ve known. Never in my life did I ever think I’d see the day when Americans would run to politicians like toadies to fight their battles for them. Shame on those who’ve buried the Rebel flag as an ostrich buries its head in the sand. How many of my fellow citizens fell for this ruse? The problems we had yesterday are still here today and the flag’s removal has solved nothing. The removal of any controversial object or symbol only serves to shield the rapscallions holding office along with their deeds and waters down a period in our history as though “it never happened.” To those who’ve stopped selling the Confederate flag in the name of political correctness, I remind you of Samuel Adams’ words: “If ye love wealth better than liberty, the tranquility of servitude

than the animating contest of freedom, go from us in peace. We ask not your counsels or arms. Crouch down and lick the hands which feed you. May your chains sit lightly upon you, and may posterity forget that ye were our countrymen.” If then, you cannot defend the liberties of those who offend you, neither can you defend mine or yours. Jesus Alaniz Yorkville

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To the editor: The following statement is attributed to Scottish history professor Alexander Tyler, but the actual author is in doubt: “A democracy is always temporary in nature and will only continue to exist up until the time that voters discover that they can vote themselves generous gifts from the public treasury. From that moment on, the majority always votes for the candidates who promise the most benefits from the public treasury, with the result that every democracy will finally collapse over loose fiscal policy.” If the realization is late in arriving, we are there, and it has the full cooperation of the Supreme Court. Obamacare was a promise to the lower-class in our society See CAREFUL, page 6

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Your Yorkville area Your area state staterepresentatives… representatives Here's how to contact your local state representative:

State Representative John Anthony R-Plainfield 75th District

State Representative Keith Wheeler R-Oswego 50th District

Office: 1421 N. Division Street Morris, IL 60450 Phone: 815-416-1475 Website: RepAnthony.com

Office: 959 Oak Street North Aurora, IL 60542 Phone: 630-345-3464 Email: office @RepKeithWheeler.org Website: RepKeithWheeler.org

State Senator Sue Rezin R-Morris 38th District

State Senator Jim Oberweis R-Sugar Grove 25th District

Office: 103 Fifth Street Peru, IL 61354 Phone: 815-220-8720 Email: SenatorRezin@gmail.com Website: senatorrezin.com

Office: 959 Oak Street North Aurora , IL 60542 Phone: 630-800-1992 Email: senatoroberweis @gmail.com Website: SenatorOberweis.com

Who are my state representatives? Check your voter registration card. The card lists the districts in which you reside.

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Continued from page 5 to take money from the middle-class and the rich to pay for their medical benefits. Because of a fundamental lack of understanding of economics by Obama and the people around him, a problem that affected a relatively small part of the population has been turned into an economy killer. The Supreme Court, Congress and Presidency are the three elements the Founders designed as a system of checks and balances. Of course, nothing designed by man will ever be perfect. The problem with this system is the possibility that all three would suffer the same political delusion at the same time. Barack Obama was elected in a national swoon over his race, not because he was actually qualified for the job. The Congress was already Liberal Democrat, and the Supreme Court had liberal leanings that Obama increased. Twice, the Supreme Court has failed to evaluate the structure of Obamacare on the basis of the law and the Constitution as their job demands. Instead, the liberals among them have sworn allegiance to a political ideology. The Supreme Court of the United States once made slavery the law of the land. They were wrong then, and they are wrong now. Remember the movie “Soylent Green” starring Charlton Heston? It depicted our country after the middle-class had collapsed. All that was left were the masses of the poor and the very rich. Not understanding the basic economic facts of life and to think of an imagined Utopia as achievable by the stroke of a pen is the kind of thinking it takes to get there and the kind of thinking that Obama excels at; you may have noticed that we have begun the process of withdrawal from the world stage through sheer incompetence. Next year, you will have the opportunity to make what might be the last decision of America. Careful what you wish for. Charles Christensen Oswego

Love wins

Once again, or still, the GOP is aligning itself with the forces of ignorance and science denial. Not one Republican contender for president of the United States seems happy with the decision of the Supreme Court in Obergefell v. Hodges; not one sees this as a civil rights issue. This issue was never really on my radar until I met a friend who happened to be gay. This caused me to begin questioning what my religion taught. People like to quote verses from Leviticus to prove that God disapproves of gay relationships. Have they read the rest of Leviticus and the Pentateuch? We are all in trouble. Conservative folks like to say that allowing gay marriage is causing the breakdown of the family. What actually causes the breakdown of the family are the people in families who don’t appreciate where they are, not the people who want to be a family. Divorce is a major cause of family problems and Jesus does talk about that, but our politicians tend not to. This issue differs little from the arguments concerning slavery and civil rights. Here we can quote 1 Peter 2:18 (“Slaves, obey your masters”) all day and it still doesn’t measure up morally with the 13th and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution. To quote from my favorite sociologist, Peter L. Berger: “In the case of homosexuality, sociologists have tended to leave the interpretation of the phenomenon itself to psychologists and psychiatrists, but they have accumulated enough data that show the distribution of the phenomenon and its social organization, thereby debunking the moralistic definition of homosexuality as the vice of a minute handful of degenerates and putting serious question marks behind the legal provisions concerning the phenomenon.” (Invitation to Sociology: A Humanist Perspective, 1963) In the end, love wins.

Thanks be to God. Carla Taylor Minooka

Thanks for participation

The Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District held its annual Used Oil Pickup on Saturday, June 20. The SWCD would like to thank all those who participated in this event and for taking time out of your Saturday morning to properly dispose of your used oil, oil filters and antifreeze. Thank you to all those who so kindly made a donation to SWCD! The SWCD would like to thank GRAINCO FS, Inc. for allowing us to hold the event at their Yorkville facility and for their continued support of our efforts. In addition, we would like to thank all of our volunteers. Your time and support are greatly appreciated. We also wish to recognize Illinois Recovery Group for all of their help in making this event so successful. We hope to see all of you again next year at the Annual SWCD Used Oil Pickup; always held on the Saturday before Father’s Day. Courtney Freeman

Administrative Coordinator, Kendall County Soil & Water Conservation District

On Independence Day

This week on July 4 we celebrate Independence Day, our country’s birthday. For many it has become just another holiday and is referred to only as the Fourth of July. I hope when you celebrate on the 4th that you will take time to reflect on the sacrifices our founders made to give us the freedom we enjoy in this oneof-a-kind, great country. Not only did our founders fight for freedom in the Revolutionary

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War, but they fought again in the War of 1812 to ensure our freedom. During the War of 1812, Washington was burned and the British began an assault on Baltimore, but standing in the way was Fort McHenry. Nineteen British ships continuously bombarded Fort McHenry for a day and night. When night began, it was raining and it is believed that the fort was flying its 17-by-25-foot storm flag. Miraculously, the fort under the command of Major George Armistead held strong and, in the morning, it hoisted its 30-by-42-foot Garrison Flag, which is the flag that Francis Scott Key observed from his vantage point from a ship by the British fleet. Upon seeing the flag, Key wrote a poem which was originally called, “The Defense of Fort McHenry.” Later, the poem was set to music and became known as the “Star Spangled Banner.” In 1916, by President Wilson’s executive order, it became our national anthem. There are actually four stanzas to the Star Spangled Banner but only the first is normally sung. The last verse is one everyone should consider as we celebrate. Verse four follows: “O thus be it ever when freemen shall stand Between their lov’d home and the war’s desolation. Blest with vict’ry and peace may the heav’n rescued land Praise the power that hath made and preserv’d us a nation. Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto – ‘In God is our trust,’ And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave.” RT.

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Last week’s Record had an article about mowing grass on neighboring properties abandoned or neglected by their owners. You must call the city because mowing is trespassing. Really? My son mowed a neighborhood lawn for a summer because he saw no sense in charging taxpayers for the upkeep. And trespassing? Here in our neck of Kendall County, we have been told that anyone can come onto your property and do about anything unless you post No Trespassing signs. Hmm. My son mowed because he cared for the neighborhood. He heard from grateful neighbors. We’ve forgotten how to be good neighbors. We don’t vote because we’re too busy. We don’t vote because we don’t consider the outcome something that might impact our lives. When we do vote, we may vote based on looks rather than ideology. Unless your head has been in the sand this past week, you can see where ideology might be important. Understanding our Constitution might be important as well. If

we understood the roles and responsibilities of each branch of government, we would know our robed judges, who call themselves “supreme,” are not supposed to make law but rather to interpret it. The legislative branch, our Congress (those senators and representatives), makes the law. Even our lawless president often steps over the line by making law. I consider it likely not one proponent of this subversion endured persecution for their faith, left their homes and country, and suffered burdensome taxation. Our Founders recognized far more than we can understand because we have forgotten. We’ve forgotten our government and civics lessons, including the words of our great Constitution. How do I know this? I can see the growing, unchecked power of our government, with its branches and bloated bureaucracies. We have been too steeped in our busy lives and not raised our voices. I am not throwing stones at you, readers, but am sharing the weight of those stones on me. We must awaken a desire to change the collision course we are on by educating ourselves and our families with founding principles. We must speak up because our voices are dimming and time runs short. This is our fault. Accept it and then do something about it to change our homes, our communities and neighborhoods, our counties, states and federal levels of government. Cindy Akre Plano

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Cremation urn left at Yorkville Goodwill store Remains returned to Virginia after family identified By MATT SCHURY mschury@kendallcountynow.com Many things find their way to Goodwill Stores – old cassettes, VHS tapes and even bellbottoms. But earlier this month, Jenny Perkins said she came across something she had never seen before. “It was a [cremation] urn along with some pet remains,” Perkins, retail supervisor at the Goodwill in Yorkville, said. “It was hard to say exactly who it was or what it was, but we held onto it for a while in case somebody had realized – oops, we donated this – and hoping they would come back and claim it.” The white ceramic urn had some flowers painted on the side of it and Perkins said it could almost be confused for a vase. Donations to Goodwill are made anonymously, Perkins said, so whoever dropped off the urn went on their way before the staff found it. “I want to believe that it was an accident because it kind of looks like a vase.

“The first thing you think of is – oh my gosh, who donated their grandma?” Jenny Perkins Retail supervisor at the Yorkville Goodwill store

They might not have known it was an urn,” she said. “The first thing you think of is – oh my gosh, who donated their grandma?” Perkins said she contacted the Kendall County Coroner’s Office in Yorkville. “That’s not something that we want to hang on to, nor can you throw it out, nor can you spread it – that’s not only a little disrespectful but against the law to spread ashes,” she said. Ken Toftoy, Kendall County coroner, says it’s the first time in his 23 years as coroner that someone dropped an urn off at Goodwill. “We try to find the family and do the best we can. We just hang on to them,” he said. Jacquie Purcell, administrative deputy coroner for

Kendall County, retrieved the urn and looked inside for a metal disc that would identify remains. “If you look through the ashes inside an urn, there’s always a metal disc and if you find that metal disc, that metal disc will have the name of the crematory and a number. If you call the crematory and you give them that number, they can tell you who it is,” she said. The crematory was based in Virginia. Purcell said she found the woman’s obituary and saw that her name was Joyce Lovelace and she died in Virginia in 2006. A memorial service was scheduled in Illinois, where the woman’s daughter had lived. “I believe that her daughter had to move right away and probably left possessions behind and whoever

Two sentenced in 2011 armed robbery of Yorkville Domino’s Both sentenced to 10 years in prison SHAW MEDIA Kendall County State’s Attorney Eric Weis announced that Cory M. Paytes, 25, of Eastfield Road in Boulder Hill, and Travis J. Gamble, 25, of Fox Run Drive in Newark were both convicted of aggravated robbery earlier this month and each sentenced to 10 years in prison. Just before midnight on Dec. 19, 2011, an employee of Domino’s Pizza in Yorkville was exiting the business for the night after closing when several men wearing dark clothing pushed him back into the store and pulled his coat over his head. One of the men appeared to have a semi-automatic pistol in his hand. The men were wearing either a “ski” type mask or a mask resembling the one from the movie “Scream.” The victim’s hands were duct-taped by the men, who demanded the safe combination. After the men took the money from the business,

Coordinated efforts Kendall County State’s Attorney Eric Weis commended the coordinated efforts of the Yorkville Police Department and Naperville Police Department in bringing these two defendants to justice. the victim was dragged to the cooler and told by the robbers that they would call someone after five minutes. The victim waited and subsequently was able to free himself from the tape and call the Yorkville Police Department. The scene was processed by law enforcement and information shared with area departments who had similar robberies of pizza establishments. Paytes and Gamble were arrested in January 2012 while committing an armed robbery in Naperville. That on-scene arrest was the re-

sult of surveillance details conducted by multiple police agencies, including the Naperville and Yorkville police departments. In an interview with investigators, Paytes and Gamble admitted to committing multiple robberies, including the robbery at the Yorkville Domino’s. The investigation revealed that the gun used was actually a pellet pistol that looked authentic. Paytes and Gamble were each sentenced to 10 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for the Domino’s aggravated robbery, to be served concurrently with sentences for the other robberies they committed in DuPage and Will counties. Paytes and Gamble will also serve two years of mandatory supervised release. Weis commended the coordinated efforts of the Yorkville Police Department and Naperville Police Department in bringing these two defendants to justice.

came in and cleaned up behind her just threw all of her stuff in a box and just donated it,” Purcell said. Purcell added that she couldn’t track down the woman’s family who lived in Yorkville. “I would rather think of this as an oversight than somebody just tossed off these cremated remains,” she said. “Somehow they ended up being in a box that got donated to Goodwill in Yorkville.” Purcell searched a little more and said that she found the late woman’s brother who lived in Virginia. The family said they wanted the remains so Purcell sent them back to the family in Virginia. She packaged the urn and mailed it to the family from the post office. “In fact, the U.S. post office is the only one that will take [cremated remains]. You can’t send it through FedEx, you can’t send it Photo provided through UPS,” she said. “That’s kind of a feel good A photo from the Kendall County Coroner’s Office shows the urn story.” left at the Yorkville Goodwill store.

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Area family hopes to start barn quilt trend

Oswego’s fireworks Newark woman spent a year and a half making the massive quilt show Friday By DAVID LANZAFAME dlanzafame@shawmedia.com NEWARK – With the combination of a scissor crane and a forklift, members of the Christian family hauled the huge barn quilt up to the side of their barn at 12149 W. Helmar Road. The big reveal on June 26 was the culmination of a year and a half’s work on the part of Stacy Christian. “I got into it after seeing a barn quilt trail in Kankakee County,” Christian said. Barn quilts are a large form of rosemaling, a form of decorative floral paintings originating in Norway and usually found on smaller canvases. According to Christian, the new addition to their barn uses the “os style” of rosemaling, which is a symmetrical and asymmetrical painting of flowers and stems. “I used two sheets of 4-by8 plywood,” Christian said, describing how she put the barn quilt together. “Then I used exterior grade latex paint [and] procured a pattern for the rosemaling.” Working in her garage, Christian created a smaller 4-by-4 rosemaling painting for their house as a test. “It’s so detailed,” she said. “It’s tricky working with exterior paint, and rosemaling is done with oil-

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Barn quilts are a large form of rosemaling, a form of decorative floral paintings originating in Norway and usually found on smaller canvases. based paint, and [on] bowls or small paintings, nothing of this scale. I had never painted something like this before.” The new accoutrement to the barn also has a great

deal of family historical significance, according to Duane Christian, Stacy’s father-in-law. “This farm is third generation,” said Duane Christian. “This family started

here from Skanevik, Norway [about] 100 years ago.” For Stacy, she’d like to see more people take up barn quilting beautification for their respective farms. She already has plans to

include a guestbook in the future for those who want to stop by and snap a picture. “I’d love to see the whole county blanketed in these things,” she said. “I think they’re so cool.”

OSWEGO – Oswego’s Independence Day Eve Fireworks show will be held beginning at 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 3, at Prairie Point Park. Families are encouraged to view the show from Prairie Point Park or PraireFest Park, according to the village. Viewers are encouraged to bring blankets, lawn chairs and snacks. Independence Day celebrations also are scheduled at dusk on Saturday, July 4, in Yorkville near Route 47 and Countryside Parkway, and the Sandwich Park District will host its annual fireworks show on Sunday, July 5, from the Sandwich Fair Grounds. The Oswego Police Department will again limit parking and travel routes prior to and immediately following the fireworks. The fireworks display will be set up at the Prairie Point Community Park, located on the Prairie Point Elementary School grounds between Plainfield and Grove roads. All fireworks viewers are encouraged to use the Traughber Junior High, Eastview Elementary, Prairie Point Elementary and the Oswego High School parking lots.

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ABOVE: Joshua Schultz of Oswego and Rebekah Axtell dance during last weekend’s Summer Solstice Festival in Yorkville. RIGHT: Headliner Cory Chisel rocks the crowd. LEFT: Tara and River Evans, 5, of Yorkville, enjoy the music.

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12 NEWS • Thursday, July 2, 2015 • Kendall County Record / KendallCountyNow.com BRISTOL-KENDALL FIRE CALLS

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Faces charges of domestic battery Daniel E. Herlihy, 47, of East Mill Street, Montgomery, was charged with domestic battery early Saturday after Sheriff’s Police responded to a call in the 8000 block of Van Emmon Road, Yorkville.

a.m., citizen assist, Orchid Street. Saturday, June 27, 1:09 p.m., water rescue, East Hydraulic Avenue. Saturday, June 27, 7:01 p.m., ambulance request, West Washington Street. Saturday, June 27, 8:00 p.m., ambulance request, Park Drive South. Sunday, June 28, 2:37 a.m., ambulance request, Bonnie Lane. Sunday, June 28, 3:58 a.m., vehicle fire, Old Route 34, Sandwich. Sunday, June 28, 5:38 a.m., ambulance request, Kate Drive. Sunday, June 28, 10:10 a.m., ambulance request, Wooden Bridge Drive. Sunday, June 28, 10:58 a.m., ambulance request, Gordon Road and Secretariat Lane, Montgomery. Sunday, June 28, 11:04 a.m., ambulance request, Artesian Way, Montgomery. Sunday, June 28, 12:06 p.m., ambulance request, Saravanos Drive. Sunday, June 28, 5:22 p.m., ambulance request, Bonnie Lane. Sunday, June 28, 5:46 p.m., ambulance request, West Veterans Parkway. Sunday, June 28, 9:15 p.m., ambulance request, Sanders Court. Sunday, June 28, 9:16 p.m., ambulance request, Hickory Court. Monday, June 29, 2:27 a.m., ambulance request, Hughes Road, Fox Township. Monday, June 29, 6:41 a.m., ambulance request, Route 34. Monday, June 29, 3:12 p.m., citizen assist, East Highland Drive. Monday, June 29, 4:04 p.m., ambulance request, Ferdinand Lane, Montgomery. Monday, June 29, 4:51 p.m., motor vehicle accident with injuries, Route 34 and Cannonball Trail. Monday, June 29, 5:30 p.m., motor vehicle accident, Route 47 and Route 30. Monday, June 29, 5:34 p.m., motor vehicle accident, Route 47. Monday, June 29, 7:37 p.m., ambulance request, Fox Road and Pavillion Road. Monday, June 29, 11:11 p.m., ambulance request, Greenview Lane, Oswego.

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YORKVILLE POLICE Anderson Court damage An estimated $300 damage was reported Friday when someone tore the front driver’s side door handle off

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Tuesday, June 23, 10:19 a.m., fire alarm, Autumn Creek Boulevard. Tuesday, June 23, 11:23 a.m., medical alarm, Landmark Avenue. Tuesday, June 23, 11:37 a.m., ambulance request, Chestnut Circle. Tuesday, June 23, 12:45 p.m., motor vehicle accident, Route 126 and Bridge Street. Tuesday, June 23, 4:18 p.m., motor vehicle accident, head on collision, Pratt Road and East Sandwich Road. Tuesday, June 23, 4:24 p.m., ambulance request, Tallgrass Lane. Tuesday, June 23, 4:45 p.m., mutual aid to Oswego Fire Department. Tuesday, June 23, 5:11 p.m., ambulance request, Prairie Rose Lane. Tuesday, June 23, 5:23 p.m., ambulance request, Saravanos Drive. Tuesday, June 23, 5:59 p.m., ambulance request, Greenbriar Road. Wednesday, June 24, 3:57 a.m., citizen assist, East Kendall Drive. Wednesday, June 24, 10:24 a.m., ambulance request, Spring Street. Wednesday, June 24, 3:00 p.m., ambulance request, Greenbriar Road. Thursday, June 25, 12:33 p.m., ambulance request, Orchid Street. Thursday, June 25, 1:10 p.m., ambulance request, Orchid Street. Thursday, June 25, 4:12 p.m., ambulance request, Emerald Lane. Friday, June 26, 12:15 a.m., ambulance request, Bertram Drive. Friday, June 26, 6:01 a.m., ambulance request, Spokane Way, Montgomery. Friday, June 26, 11:01 a.m., mutual aid, change of quarters to Newark Fire Department. Friday, June 26, 1:15 p.m., ambulance request, John Street. Friday, June 26, 1:52 p.m., fire alarm, Center Parkway. Friday, June 26, 6:32 p.m., ambulance request, Bertram Drive. Saturday, June 27, 12:50 a.m., ambulance request, Blaine Street. Saturday, June 27, 11:59

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BRIEFS River Night and Ribs on River

The United City of Yorkville and the Yorkville Area Chamber of Commerce have come together to provide a weekend of fun, food and live musical entertainment the entire family can enjoy at River Night and Ribs on the River scheduled for July 17-18 at Riverfront Park, 131 E Hydraulic Ave. River Night, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for 5 to 10 p.m. July 17. The night will include a Riverside Market, a cardboard boat regatta, family activities, community demonstrations and a live performance by Red Woody starting at 6:30 p.m. Ribs on the River, hosted by the city, is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 18. Enjoy tasting backyard BBQ ribs and homebrewed craft beer while listening to live performances by County Line Band from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., C-FACTOR from 3 to 6 p.m., and EPIC from 7 to 10 p.m. Family activities and the Riverside Market also will be available throughout the day. For information on either of these events, visit yorkvillechamber.org or ribsontheriver. com.

Bricks 4 Kidz Minecraft Camp

Experience the world of Minecraft with LEGO bricks. Campers will experience hands-on engineering fundamentals as they have fun building motorized models using LEGO bricks with a Minecraft twist. Bricks 4 Kidz is for ages 5-12 and takes place from 1 to 3 p.m. beginning July 13 and ending July 17 at the ARC Building, 201 W Hydrualic Ave.

Bricks 4 Kidz costs $144 for residents and $149 for non-residents. To register for Bricks 4 Kidz, call the Parks and Recreation Department at 630-553-4357 or visit yorkvilleparksandrecreation.com.

Skyhawks Basketball Camp

The Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department is offering a basketball camp through Skyhawks Sports Academy for players entering into grades 2-6. The camp will teach a progressional curriculum focusing on passing, shooting, dribbling and rebounding. Each child also will receive a t-shirt, basketball and player evaluation. This camp is scheduled for from 9 a.m. to noon July 13-17 at the Bristol Bay Elementary School and costs $119 a player. For information or to register, call the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department at 630553-4357 or visit yorkvilleparksandrecreation.com.

Bridge club winners announced

The Yorkville Duplicate Bridge Club recently announced winners of the game played on June 22. Ron Anderson and David Booth took first place followed by Paula and Bill Demlow in second place, Glenn and Karl Anderson in third place and Karen Anderson and Charlotte Schmidt in fourth place New and experienced bridge players, as well as those curious about the game are invited to join us on Mondays and Thursdays, at noon, at the Beecher Center, 908 Game Farm Road, Yorkville. For information call Karl Anderson 224-276-0715.

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Government vacancies filled at Morgan Creek meeting By DAVID LANZAFAME dlanzafame@shawmedia.com Though considered dormant for decades, the vacancies for a governmental body were filled in for the Morgan Creek Drainage District during this week’s commissioners’ meeting. On June 29, in response to drainage districts in Morgan Creek, Rob Roy, Raymond and Big Slough being re-established, Morgan Creek commissioners formally established themselves as a legal local government at the Kendall Township Hall at 9925 Route 47 in Yorkville. Formed between the late 1800s and early 1900s, the four districts have been dormant since 1947, only recently re-established as property tax levies to pay for improvements to storm water drainage within the county. On Jan. 15, Judge John F. McAdams ruled that the four districts have always been active since their establishment. That meant the districts would

“The drainage district was formally inactive for more than 25 years. This is the reactive process.” Donald Wauthier Morgan Creek Drainage District engineer have to appoint a chairperson, secretary and treasurer as a governing body. Donald Wauthier, a retained engineer for the Morgan Creek Drainage District, said that the government framework was always there, as established by the courts. But it was like having a town without a mayor – all that was needed was to fill in the vacancies. “The drainage district was formally inactive for more than 25 years,” Wauthier said. “This is the reactive process.” Part of that process was the appointment of a district chair-

person, secretary and treasurer. Of the three commissioners for the Morgan Creek Drainage District, Jim Lee of Oak Creek was elected as the new board chairmen, Rob Steward of Yorkville was elected as secretary, and Rod Schobert, who lives in the southeast corner of Kendall County, was elected as treasurer. All three will hold their respective offices for three years. Of their immediate decisions, the Morgan Creek board now has the opportunity to redefine its borders within the district. The board can only propose changes to Kendall County Court, which will take them into consideration. “There are no complete records,” Wauthier said. “Between the 1940s and 1950s, we don’t know of any adjustment. Now is the time to make changes, if [the board] chooses to do so.” The next meeting of the board of Morgan Creek will take place on July 16.

LIBRARY BRIEFS Yorkville Library contest winners announced

The Yorkville Public Library is celebrating its 100th birthday. During the month of May, the library hosted a bookmark contest. Children were asked to design a bookmark. The Friends of the Library chose the winners from three age groups. The winners were given a cash prize and had their bookmarks reproduced and distributed during the summer reading program.

The winners were Averin Faedtke (age group 5-7 year olds), Jozelle Filippi (age group 8-10 year olds) and Bella Nuzzo and Sami Bollinger (age group 11-14).

Charles B. Phillips Library plans activities

Charles B. Phillips Library, 6 N. Jackson St., Newark, is featuring the movie “Camp Rock” at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 6. Popcorn and refreshments will be served. On “Crafty Tuesday” at 2 p.m.

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July 7, children are welcome to join in on making a tambourine. Registration is required either by signing up in the library or by calling 815-695-5851. Children ages 2 to 5 are invited to wiggle in to the Charles B. Phillips Library at 6 N. Jackson St., Newark, at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, July 9. There, they will dance, sing, and wiggle to the Cool Daddy Rat by Kristyn Crow. Registration is required.

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Continued from page 16 after six innings. The Orioles added another in the top of the seventh before the hosts rallied for five runs in the bottom of the frame. Left-hander Andy Grunewald (Park University) struggled in 3 2-3 innings, allowing five runs (four earned), seven hits including a home run and three walks for the Cats, whose offense didn’t awaken until the fifth inning, when Smith recorded their first hit. Oswego’s best inning came in the seventh against right-handed reliever Alex Hitney, who surrendered five runs and one hit and also issued five walks in his 2-3 innings of work. O’Dell went 2-for-4 with three RBIs after hitting a two-out, bases-clearing double to bring the Cats within one before the final 7-6 outcome. “Andy got off to a rough start,” Miller said. “He struggled a little bit, but he’s getting there. We put the pieces together as we needed, but we didn’t hit the ball well. “It was nice to get a comeback on and put ourselves in a position where one hit could [make the difference]. We were right there, we were knocking on the door, and Ryan gave us a big hit up there. We battled, and they helped us out with the walks, but the same thing happens to us sometimes.” Despite ending Wednesday with a loss, the Cats wrapped up the rest of the week on the highest of swings. They not only scored a combined 29 times, but they also allowed single runs in each of those three games. Additionally, they preserved the bullpen, as their three starters in that span went the distance – just as Miller was hoping that they would. “I think that’s the way we’re going to approach [our pitching], and it might not appease everyone, but other than a few guys out of the ‘pen, we’ve struggled,”

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Oswego Cats second baseman Adam Lipscomb tosses the ball to first during the first game of a doubleheader against the Homestead Ranchers on Saturday. he said. “You can see we’re making strides, but then we slip a bit. We’re getting there though.” Oswego hosts Crestwood on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. and does not return to the diamond until July 9 against Team Acceleration. Notes: O n S a t u r d a y against Addison, Oswego hammered out 10 hits in support of right-hander Kendall Interial (Waubonsee Community College), who pitched a one-hitter – and allowed four walks – with nine strikeouts in his first start of the season. Smith went 2-for-4 with three RBIs and a home run, and O’Dell (1-for-4) also homered with two RBIs. Meanwhile, Schuler went 2-for-4 with two RBIsfor the Cats, who led 2-1 after five innings before putting together a seven-run ninth en route to the 9-1 win. In Saturday’s doubleheader sweep of Homestead, Oswego provided plenty of offense for two strong pitching performances. In game one, they scored five in the third inning and three each in the fifth and sixth. The Ranchers’ lone run came in the fourth off of right-hander Tom Ozlanski

(Aurora University), who surrendered a run and four hits, walked four and hit two batters while striking out two in the complete-game effort. Lipscomb went 2-for-3 with an RBI, while Schuler went 1-for-3 with two RBIs and two runs for the Cats, who muscled out 11 hits in the 11-1 win. Game 2 featured 12 hits for Oswego, which tallied in each of the first three innings – three, two and four runs, respectively – before Homestead’s only score in the seventh. Schuler and Tucker (two runs) each batted 2-for-4 with two RBIs, while Watros and O’Dell each went 1-for-2 with an RBI apiece behind right-hander Kevin Loukota (Northeastern Illinois University), who gave up a run and five hits, as well as five walks and a hit batter, while also striking out five in seven innings of work.

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Several Yorkville Soccer camps are planned: • Little Foxes camp for boys and girls, grades 1-6, will be from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3-7. • Yorkville High School boys camp, grades 9-12. First three weeks in July from 5 to 7 p.m. • Yorkville High School girls camp, grades 9-12. Last two weeks in July from 10 a.m. to noon. All camps are at Beecher fields and are run by the Yorkville Soccer middle and high school coaching staff. The basic principle of each camp is to help create a pipeline of quality players by instructing the camp participants based on the Yorkville

Soccer philosophies. Varsity-level expectations are tailored to even the youngest of Little Foxes out there, whether it be in communication expectations, defensive or offensive skills to practice, or in-game soccer knowledge. The multiple coaching staff members also help challenge those who can be held to a higher standard and set that example for others. When it comes down to it, soccer is a beautiful game, so they want as many people as possible to enjoy it by participating in a summer soccer camp. Further questions can be directed to YHS girls’ head soccer coach Andrew Johnson at ajohnson@y115.org.

Cedardell Scramble

The 2015 Cedardell Scramble will be on July 12. This event is open to the public. The entry fee is $45 a player and includes green fee and cart. The cost for Cedardell members is $20, with an additional cart fee. An optional skins game is $20 a team (paid on the day of event). The format is an 18-hole scramble, and open to men and women amateur golfers, 21 years of age and older. The shotgun start will begin at 8 a.m. Sign-up ends July 5, with a maximum of 16 teams. To register, visit www. cedardellgolfclub.com or call Keith at 630-464-2835.

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Continued from page 16 pitch twice and singled, Ben Garbelman scored twice and drew a walk, Souza singled and recorded two RBIs and Brendan Reifsteck singled, scored a run and had an RBI for the Foxes. Notes: DeKalb defeated Yorkville, 2-1, in Game 1 of a doubleheader on June 24. Ferguson took the tough loss after he gave up three hits, two walks, five strikeouts and one earned run in five innings of work. Warren tripled and scored a run, Reifsteck recorded a sacrifice fly RBI and Triston Robb walked and stole two bases. Game 2 was called due to rain in the bottom of the fourth inning.

The weather also wiped out Yorkville’s doubleheaders at Plainfield South last Thursday and Plainfield East on Monday. The results of Yorkville’s scheduled games with Plainfield South on Tuesday and Morris on Wednesday were not available at press time. The Foxes will play Plainfield East today, Thursday, at 3:30 p.m. in two five-inning games at home. On Monday, Yorkville begins play in the annual Wood Bat Tournament. The Foxes will play Oswego East at 12:15 p.m. before taking on Oswego at 2:30 p.m. On Tuesday at Plainfield South, Plainfield South will face Yorkville at 10 a.m. After that, the Foxes will take on Oswego East at 12:15 p.m. Wednesday’s game at Oswego is to be determined.

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A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION Cats find consistency with five wins and strong CSBL league play By LAURA M. MEDINA sports@kendallcountynow.com One of the many preseason goals that field manager Todd Miller had for the Oswego Cats was establishing consistency. After several weeks of interruptions and scheduling, it appears they’re taking a step in the right direction, as they have won five of their last six games, with four of those victories coming in Chicago Suburban Baseball League competition. Having had five rainouts to start the summer and a schedule that reflects the CSBL’s imbalance, Oswego (8-6) has had more days off than it planned. Plus, it had dropped five of the nine games it was able to play, preventing the team from establishing both steady playing time and ensuing wins. As such, last week’s busy schedule of eight games in seven days came at a critical moment in the Cats’ season. A pair of losses at Lombard on Sunday started that stretch, but it was followed up with a 15-5 win versus non-league opponent Oak Lawn on June 23, and a doubleheader split – a 2-0 win and a 7-6 loss – against the Orioles on June 24. Last Thursday night, they visited the Addison Braves and came away with a 9-1 victory, and then they wrapped things up with a twinbill sweep of the Homestead Ranchers, 11-1 and 9-1, on Saturday afternoon to move within a half-game of North-leading Lombard. While the Orioles had four games scheduled – results were unknown at press time – before Oswego returned to Jackie’s Field of Dreams on Thursday against Crestwood, the Cats have put themselves in a strong position to continue moving up in the CSBL standings. To get to second place in the North, the Cats had to take advantage of last week’s competition, starting with their first-ever meeting with Oak Lawn, a member of the Southwest Inter-League Association with a 10-1 record entering last Tuesday’s game. “We fell behind early and were down 5-0,” Miller said. “Our start-

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ABOVE: Oswego Cats third baseman Jose Camacho can’t get his glove on the throw to tag out a Homestead runner during the first game of a doubleheader against the Homestead Ranchers Saturday at Oswego. BELOW: Oswego Cats Javier Martinez III high-fives a teammate as he steps on home plate, scoring from first base during the first game on Saturday. er (right-hander Ryan Millan) had a little tendinitis in his right elbow, and it flared up on him. He wasn’t himself, so we brought (right-hander Dominick Tatone) in, and he held them scoreless for his outing.” Oak Lawn’s five-run lead came over the first three innings versus Millan (Elmhurst College), who gave up six hits, hit a batter and struck out three in his outing. Tatone (Judson College) came on in relief for the next four innings, allowing just two hits and a walk while fanning three. Left-hander Bailey Watros (Waubonsee Community College) pitched a perfect ninth to seal the win for Oswego, which took a 7-5 lead in the fourth inning and racked up 19 hits on the night. The team tacked on two more runs in the fifth, a run in the seventh and five in the eighth. Javier Martinez III (College of DuPage) went 2-for-5, and Jeff Tucker (Edgewood College) hit 3-for-5. Each had three RBIs. Adam Lipscomb (Aurora Univer-

sity) went 4-for-4, and Jose Camacho (Waubonsee Community College) batted 1-for-4 with two RBIs apiece, while Bobby Smith (North Central College) went 3-for-4 with an RBI. “We swung the bats pretty well, we were moving guys, we were situational, we were doing some hit and runs, we had some

steals, we were able to execute, and we were able to put things together,” Miller said. “Other than Ryan (Millan) kind of struggling, our pitching held up, and we were OK. It was nice to see the bats come alive, and even at the end of the game, where we were getting other guys in, they were getting on base. It

all goes back to have guys being ready when they’re called upon to contribute.” Oswego carried Tuesday’s momentum into the twinbill with Lombard, which swept the teams’ June 21 doubleheader 7-5 and 9-8. Just as the previous meeting featured a pair of close games, Wednesday’s matchup was just as tight. Right-hander Brandon Thielk (University of Arizona) tossed a three-hitter, walking two and striking out eight along the way, while Martinez had a hit and two RBIs in the second to highlight game one’s 2-0 result. “In the first game, neither team hit, but the pitching was pretty good,” Miller said. “Brandon was on, and it’s fun to watch him throw. First-pitch strike almost every time, and that just changes the count immensely.” Game 2 was decidedly tougher for the Cats, both on the mound and at the plate, as they trailed 6-1

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Yorkville splits doubleheader vs. Wolves Familiar territory as Oswego East coach visits former field in Yorkville By CHRISTINE BOLIN DASCHER cbolin@kendallcountynow.com So far in the summer baseball season, Yorkville is 2-1 against Oswego-based teams. On June 23, the Foxes defeated Oswego East, 6-3, at home in Game 1 of a five-inning doubleheader just one day after Yorkville shut out Oswego, 2-0. In Game 2 of the doubleheader with the Wolves, Oswego East edged out the Foxes, 8-7. Entering the fourth week of the season, Yorkville was 3-5-1 overall. Eight of the nine games played were decided by three runs or less. “When you put the ball in play,

good things happen,” Yorkville head coach Scott Luken said after Game 1. “We were trying to sacrifice and get guys in scoring position, and that put pressure on the defense and it paid off a couple times. Once you get a lead like that, you can start to be a little more aggressive and do some different things. I like how our guys started swinging the bats there.” For Matt Engelhardt, the game against the Foxes was a bit of a homecoming, as the 2002 Yorkville alum recently was named the new head coach at Oswego East. This was one of his first games in charge of the Wolves. “I was telling [assistant coach]

John Paul [Shore], the field [at Yorkville] doesn’t look a whole lot different from when I was here,” Engelhardt said. “I have a lot of good memories here.” After a scoreless first inning, Yorkville scored five of its six runs in the second inning on five hits, including back-to-back-to-back RBI singles from Dylan Souza, Michael Wojcik and Bryan Thill. Will Ferguson, Wojcik and Thill all scored on Oswego East errors. Yorkville added one more run for a 6-0 advantage in the bottom of the third after Max Warren, who singled in his first at-bat, reached second on an Oswego East error.

Andrew McKee, his pinch runner, got to third on a passed ball and eventually scored on another RBI single from Wojcik. In the top of the fifth inning, Oswego East managed to avoid the shutout after scoring three runs on four hits. Julian Spencer led off with a walk and was moved to second on Alex Biala’s single. David Parker’s RBI single sent Spencer home and Biala to third. Biala eventually scored when Jack Borvan hit an RBI single with two outs. Parker scored when the next batter, Mason Madalinski, recorded an RBI single. “I thought we showed a lot of

character coming back like that,” Engelhardt said. “That’s really what we ask of them – to compete in every at-bat. The kids didn’t quit and I’m happy with that.” Yorkville starting pitcher Kyle Arbet earned the win after he allowed no runs, three hits, three walks and three strikeouts in four innings of work. “Kyle pitched really well,” Luken said. “I like how he kept guys off-balance and threw strikes. He was composed out there and got some help from his defense and really did a nice job. This is someone we may very well see spend a lot of time on the mound next year.” In Game 2, Tyler Gasinski scored three runs, was hit by a

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et owners know the drill when it comes to the Fourth of July and fireworks, not to mention the storms that have been almost nonstop this summer. At first, it might be the look in their eyes, followed by a whimper, a whine or a bark. Often, it ends up with the dog or cat either hiding under the furniture or destroying it. Oswego veterinarian Dr. Judy McBeth of Fox Ridge Veterinary Clinic and a graduate of the University of Illinois’ College of Veterinary Medicine, offered a variety of options for dog and cat owners that range from traditional western treatments to holistic or Chinese medicine options. “I always wanted to be a veterinarian,” she said. “I think most little children want to be. I grew up reading James Herriot books and the wonderful, colorful life he led.” McBeth has been in the field for more than 20 years, starting her practice in Montgomery before moving to her current location 10 years ago. “I got into Chinese and herbal medicine a couple years ago, because I just got frustrated with patients that weren’t responding to traditional therapies or had so many side effects from traditional therapies that you wonder, are treatments making them worse than they started out as?” she said. “So, there must be a better way, especially with back problems and neurologic issues where there is no good western treatment … Eastern medicine or Chinese medicine is a whole different thinking process and it’s good for a lot of different issues, not just pain.”

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When treating dogs for anxiety, McBeth has a number of different suggestions. Some require time to work, so planning ahead is a benefit, while there are a few methods, including medications, that work quickly. As with people, not everything works for every animal, so pet owners may find themselves trying a method or two before discovering the right one for their dog. Dogs commonly suffer from both storm and firework phobias, she said, and in discussing treatment options, lumped those two together. Herding breeds, such as collies and shelties, tend to be more high-strung than other breeds that

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Veterinarian Dr. Judy McBeth, of the Fox Ridge Veterinarian Clinic, holds Belle, the clinic’s cat. are more laid back in nature. Any breed can, however, develop anxiety, she said. “Depending on their experiences as a puppy,” she said. “If they are left alone during a storm and then they get really freaked out, it tends to get worse and worse as they get older. So if you have a younger animal, it’s good to treat it and start doing something when they are young, because I can promise you it will get worse as they get older.

It really doesn’t go away unless you do some counter conditioning, behaviorally speaking.” To counter the condition, she suggested buying CDs of thunderstorm or fireworks noises. “Start working behaviorally to adapt them to those noises by playing them really quietly in the background and having lots of treats and praise,” she said. “I’m not talking about the first time playing it for an hour and a half, but play it

for 30 seconds and give them lots of treats and praise and teach them to sit and adapt to a crate.” Crate training, she insisted, is not a punishment, as some people believe. Rather, it’s their safe place, a kind of den where they can go for comfort and to rest. Getting a puppy used to being crate-trained, and keeping it in the kitchen or living room where people are around, and so they are not segregated, is recommended.

She suggests covering it with a blanket, putting a small water bowl inside, and leaving the door open, so they can come and go, adding, “Starting that when they are young makes a world of difference.” When a storm is coming, or fireworks are likely, putting the crate in the basement or another more protective and quiet place is suggested. In addition, consider covering windows wherever the crate is relocated, or where a second one could be permanently set up for those situations, so the dog doesn’t see the flashes of light from the storm or fireworks. That will help a lot, she said, adding that a basement is preferred. She suggests staying with them as an additional comfort. Another possibility is purchasing a Thundershirt, something that slips on, is snug and swaddles them. That, McBeth says, is comforting to dogs and a lot of her clients like it. Dogs can sense a coming storm, so some clients put it on their dog in the morning and let them wear it all day. “They’re little Tom Skilling’s as far as storms go,” she said with a grin. Dog-appeasing pheromones are another product that can help. They are available in a plug-in diffuser or a spray. They use a synthetic pheromone, just like the one that the mother secretes in the mammary glands. Dogs will find it calming because they smelled it every time they nursed as a puppy. Either plug the diffuser in near the crate or spray it on their bedding. Other measures would be medications, such as the anti-anxiety drug Xanax or, as a last resort, a tranquilizer. Benadryl also can help, although dogs can build up a resistance to it. Be sure, she cautioned, to call the veterinarian for the correct dosage. Do not rely on dosage information found on the Internet, and do not give Benadryl that is a combination drug with other components such as Tylenol. “These things require a lot of time to get your pet accustomed to – the crate training and noise modifications – so if you come in on the third, and say, ‘golly gee, I need something for tomorrow, we can try these things,’ but chances of it really having an awesome working experience are slim,” she said. “If you come in July 3rd, we’ll probably be forced to use Xanax or acepromazine, a tranquilizer, zonking them out so they sleep through the evening.

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Family of Albert Carlson, 79, of Sun City, Az., formerly of Oswego, would like you to join them in a Celebration of Life at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 18, 2015, at St. Olaf Lutheran Church in Montgomery, followed by a luncheon. Carlson died Jan. 4, 2015. He was born Aug. 27th, 1935, in Bristol to August and Christina (Jensen) Carlson. Albert married his A. & W. carhop girlfriend that his best friend talked him into asking out because he was too bashful, Lorraine Nelson, and celebrated almost 55 years of marriage until Lorraine died in 2008, leaving him broken hearted. Albert and Lorraine suffered a huge loss of their only son Keith in 2007 in a motorcycle accident, leaving them both devastated. Albert was a 1953 Yorkville High School graduate and an Illinois

• PETS Continued from page 1 “I heard of one dog – I don’t think it was due to a storm phobia – where they had moved to a new location, new home, and the dog totally freaked out. They did put it in the crate, and it wasn’t used to the crate, and they left. The dog tried to chew its way out of the crate and broke several teeth. So try not to leave your pet alone in that type of situation.”

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“For holistic medicine, I’m trained in veterinary acupuncture and certified from the Chi Institute of Traditional and Chinese Medicine in Florida,” McBeth said. “We had extensive training, all hands-on, for 16 days. It was online for the lecture portion. Right now, I’m taking their classes in herbal medications, too. There is an herbal medicine and acupuncture for anything – for phobias or pain or GI issues, fertility issues or allergies. It’s their mode of medicine in ancient China.” Acupuncture and herbals are good for anxiety, but it can take up to three months to see the benefits, she said. Using a stuffed pig for demonstration purposes, McBeth brought out the acupuncture needles, which look almost as fine as a strand of hair, significantly smaller than the regular needle they use for shots. “Most animals don’t mind,” she said. “Occasionally, you get your animal that is really high strung or aggressive and it’s really hard to do. If we can’t do the needles, we can go ahead and do aqua-acupuncture, taking a needle and syringe, injecting vitamin B12 into the acupuncture points and it stimulates the point instead of sticking the needle in. The needles would stay in for 20 to 30 minutes.” In acupuncture, there are different meridians and

Benedictine College graduate. He worked at All Steel from 1953-1980 and at Equipto from 1981-1994. All the while working long hours at the factory, his favorite pastime and true love was farming in Plano and Oswego for more than years. He provided many happy memories for family, friends and co-workers at the farm. He enjoyed big Sunday dinners, horse rides, ice skating, playing in the barns and sharing some work with extended family and friends. Albert is survived by three daughters, one daughter-in-law and thee son-in-laws: Wanda (Bill) Hankins of Sun City, Az., Pamala (Glen) Nelson of Ottawa, Barbara (John) Mondek of Oswego, and Ena Carlson of DeKalb. He also is survived by and was very proud of 10 grandchildren: Dan (Stephanie) Nelson, Mike (Jen) Nelson, Lori (Ryan) Kellogg, Marcia (Raul) Rodriguez, Nicki (Tad) Netzel, Chad (Jasmine) Hankins, Mike McCormac, Brandy (Matt) Maurer, Holly (Arton) Gashi, Samantha (Preston) Agalzoff and 17 great different points along the meridians, she explained. “The points have a specific purpose, they have found over the years … They can be stimulated with a poke, or with pressure – acupressure,” she said. “The needle is what they went to for a better effect.” She generally puts in 15 to 20 needles starting in the middle of the forehead, which is a calming and a permission point. Other locations are behind each ear, along the back and near the front paws. While some dogs will fall asleep during acupuncture, due to its calming purposes, others don’t like the ones near the paws. For those who don’t like those, or those who won’t allow acupuncture with needles at all, there is an option for an acupuncture cold laser. “It doesn’t heat up the tissues when we use it,” McBeth said. “It’s a five milliwatt and you just hold it on the point for one to two minutes. It does take some time, but there are no needles involved. It stimulates the point, but you can’t really feel it. The light penetrates and the laser stimulates the acupuncture point. It’s safe as long as you don’t shine it directly in your eyes, hence the goggles.” Six to eight treatments usually are needed before pet owners will see good results from the acupuncture, although some animals will respond faster. For phobias and anxiety, three months of herbal medications are recommended, or two months if combined with acupuncture. Lavender essential oil also is an herbal calming remedy and pet owners can put it on their collar, on a bandana around their neck, on their bedding or in a diffuser. Due to their strength, McBeth doesn’t recommend putting essential oils directly on their skin, unless diluted. Fox Ridge Veterinary Clinic is located at 130 Fifth Street, Oswego. For information, call 630-859-0471 or visit foxridgevet.com.

grandchildren. He is survived also by two sisters-in-law and many cousins, nieces and nephews and countless friends. In addition to his wife, Lorraine, and his son, Keith, he was preceded in death by his parents, four sisters, Augusta Pagel, Ellen Zimmerman, Ann Hornyan and Shirley Lossman, and a brother, Leander Carlson. Albert donated his body to the Banner Sun Health Research Institute hoping to help find a cure for Alzheimer’s. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to St. Olaf Lutheran Church or Banner Sun Health Research Institute, 10515 W. Santa Fe Drive, Sun City, Az. 85351.

there will be no visitation and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Hanley-Turner-Eighner Funeral Home in Earlville. She is survived by one daughter, Kayla (Kevin) Fultz of Mendota, three sons, Mike (Debi) Madden of Ottawa, Russell Farley and Steven Weiman, both of Earlville, seven grandchildren, three sisters, Denise, Delores and Gail, and one brother David. She was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Steven. For more information or to sign the online guest book, visit www. EighnerFuneralHomes.com.

JAMES DeBOLT ANNIE COOK Annie Ruth Cook, 58, of Mendota, died Saturday, June 27, 2014 in LaSalle County Nursing Home, rural Ottawa. She was born Oct. 23, 1956, in Dillon, SC, the daughter of Jasper and Doris (Davis) Cook. According to Annie’s wishes,

James Franklin DeBolt, 51, of Plano, died unexpectedly Tuesday, June 23, 2015, in Plano. Jim was born on July 3, 1963, in Sandwich, to William and Marilyn DeBolt. He

grew up in Plano attending St. Mary’s and Plano High School. Jim was a three-sport athlete excelling at football, basketball and track. Jim was a school record holder in the 800 and 3200 meter relay, records that he held until they were broken by his nephews. He then attended Joliet Jr. College, where he was a member of its football team. Jim worked for Brick-Like Construction and Lite Construction. He also operated Jim’s Tree Service. Jim loved to hunt and fish, creating lasting memories with his sons, brothers, nephews, nieces, family and friends on yearly hunting trips to Shawnee National Forest and fishing trips to Leech Lake, Minnesota. Jim loved a party and especially loved cooking for his family and friends. His greatest joy was making other people happy and, with his infectious laugh, jokes, stories and catch phrases, he could always be counted on to leave everyone smiling. Jim always tried to help others in need and would always be there for everyone. He will be

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OBITUARIES MARY FANNIN Mary Donna Fannin, of Sheridan, age, 73, died Friday, June 19, 2015 at Presence Mercy Medical Center in Aurora,. She was born on March 1, 1942, in Heyworth, the daughter of Estes and Mary (Bartels) Colclasure. Donna was united in marriage on Aug. 13, 1960, to Mr. Ronald E. Fannin, and they spent the next 54 happy years together. Mrs. Fannin was formerly employed for many years by CTS Knights in Sandwich. She enjoyed cooking and going to garage sales. She was devoted to her family and loved nothing more than spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Donna had recently found a new love of her life, her dog, Daisy. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her husband, Ron Fannin of Sheridan; her children, Tony (Dawn LaGow) Fannin of Sheridan and Bill Fannin of Sheridan; her grandchildren, Stephanie (Brad Hardekopf) Fannin of Sandwich, and Steven (Brooke Alexander) Fannin of Sheridan; her great grandchildren, Kolter and Karlie Hardekopf; three brothers, Clarence (Alma) Colclasure of Rockford, Robert (Fern) Walden of Bloomington, and Richard (Martie) Walden of Hazelwood, MO; sister, Doris (Stephen) Fincham of Towanda; as well as eight nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Estes Colclasure; her mother, Mary Colclasure Walden; step-father, Frank Walden; her brother, William Colclasure; and her grandson, Jeremy Fannin. A Celebration of Donna’s life was held Sunday, June 28, 2015, at 2896 North 41st Rd, Sheridan, IL. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, (815)7866461 or www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com.

Nancy Frazier. Memorial services will be private. Arrangements were handled by The Healy Chapel, Aurora. For further information, please call 630-897-9291 or www.healychapel.com to sign the online guestbook.

SOTERA GONZALEZ Sotera Gonzalez, 88, of Plano, died Monday, June 22, 2015, at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora. She was born on April 27, 1927, in Durango, Mexico, the daughter of Nacario and Blasa (Ortega) Gonzalez. She was united in marriage to Mr. Manuel Gonzalez. Sotera was a longtime member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Plano. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her children, Estela (Alfonso) Rubio of Durango, Mexico, Maria (Renato) Quinonez of Plano, (Luz Maria) Gonzalez of Calumet City, Rosa (Jose) Nunez of Plano, Pedro (Agustina) Gonzalez of Plano, and Hermila (Benny) Barraza of Plano; her 23 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren; three great-great-granchildren; two sisters, Serafina Avitia of Cicero and Juana Gomez of Durango, Mexico; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nazario and Blasa Gonzalez; her husband, Manuel Gonzalez; her two sons, Antonio Gonzalez and Jesus Manuel Gonzalez; as well as two sisters and three brothers. A Funeral Mass was held Saturday, June 27, 2015 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 901 N. Center St., Plano, with Father Andy Davy, M.I.C. Interment followed in the Little Rock Township Cemetery in Plano. Memorials in loving memory of Sotera may be directed to her family. Arrangement by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, (630)552-7211 or www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com.

CHRISTINE A. FRAZIER Christine A Frazier, 64, of Evanston, died Wednesday, June 17, 2015. She was born on Nov. 20, 1950, in Washington D.C. to Charles F. and Iris P. Frazier. She graduated from Oswego High School in 1968. She went on to earn a degree in Mathematics from Northwestern University and an MBA. She worked as an actuary in the insurance industry. Christine is survived by her sister, Pamela J. (James R.) Williams and her niece, Jacqueline F Williams. She is preceded in death by her mother, father, and sister,

DONNA LEWANSKI Donna Lewanski, 55, of Somonauk, died Sunday, June 21, 2015. She was born on July 31, 1959, in Elmhurst, the daughter of Russell James and Diane (Fox) Netrefa. Donna was employed for many years as a caregiver. She enjoyed spending time outdoors with her family and friends. Donna was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who will be deeply missed by her family and friends. She is survived by her son,

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Richard (Christina) Lewanski, of Sheridan; her mother, Diane Shroyer of Sandwich; three siblings, Liane (Mike) Maag of Brigantine, NJ, Janet Bradley of Downers Grove, and Laura (Jim) Zapata of Escondido, CA; her two grandchildren, Kendra and Richard A.B. Lewanski; step-sister-in-law, Lynn Shroyer of Lisle; as well as 11 nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Russell Netrefa; her brother, Mark Russell Netrefa; step-father, Ray Shroyer; and step-brother, Joe Shroyer. A funeral service was held on Thursday, June 25, 2015, at the Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory, 1275 S. Countyline Rd., Sandwich. Visition preceded the service on Thursday, June 25, 2015 at the Nelson Funeral Home & Crematory. Arrangements made by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, 815-786-6461 or www. NelsonFuneralHomes.com.

DIANE LEE MACKAY Diane Lee MacKay, 58, of Plano, died at her home June 24, 2015. She was born on May 26, 1957, in Chicago, to the late Vernon and Ruth (Haisman) MacKay. Diane was a legal secretary and was a member of Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Sandwich. One of her passions was scrap booking, but her biggest joy was taking her grandchildren to Disney World and the Brookfield Zoo. She is survived by her daughters; Kristen Ellis of Wenatchee, WA. and Jaclyn (Mario) Dati of Plano; her precious grandchildren, Jerad and Lelah; and her special cousin, Katherine Zilligan of Niles. A Memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. July 5, 2015, at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Sandwich. Family was assisted by Beverage Family Funeral Homes in Sandwich, www.beveragefamilyfh.com.

friends. He liked watching old western movies. John was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, and uncle who will be deeply missed by his family and many friends. He is survived by his wife, Teresa Marsh of Hinckley; his children, Michael (Kristina) Marsh of Alaska, John Marsh of Hinckley, and Traci (fiancée, Will Story) Marsh of Colorado; his grandchildren, Alexa King, Sophia Jade Nuccio, and Peyton Grace Nuccio; his siblings, Steven (Rebecca) Marsh, Julie May, and Teresa (Jeff) Hoch; his father and mother-in-law, Rich and Janet Johnson; his brothersin-law, Mark (Becky) Johnson and Brian (Carla) Johnson as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Bobbie Marsh. A Funeral Service was held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, 2015, at the Immanuel Lutheran Church, 12760 Lee Road, Hinckley with Pastor Chris Navurskis officiating. Interment will be private. Arrangements by Nelson Funeral Homes & Crematory, (815)2863247 or www.NelsonFuneralHomes.com.

HELEN AMLAND OMODT Helen Amland Omodt, 90, of Mesquite, Texas, formerly of Aurora, died on June 8, 2015. She was born in Kendall County and graduated in 1942 from Yorkville High School. She also attended

Northern Illinois University as well as Moody Bible Institute. Helen worked as an executive secretary and office manager at a number of area offices. In addition, she was a prolific writer. Her articles and devotionals were published in a number of national magazines. She also will be remembered as a speaker at banquets and meetings at many churches in the area. Helen was baptized and confirmed at Helmar Lutheran Church, then was a long time member of St. Olaf Lutheran Church. She served as a Sunday School teacher and in various leadership positions in the Ladies Bible Study Groups. She was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Julia Amland; her sister, Evelyn Jeanette Amland; and her husband of 51 years, Robert H. Omodt. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Ruth Omodt of Mesquite, Texas. Interment was in Helmar Cemetery.

GLENN ERNEST ROSS Glenn Ernest Ross, 77, of Minocqua, peacefully passed to be with his Lord on June 26, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Glenn was born to Ernest and Agnes Ross on May 21, 1938, in New London, Wisconsin. He graduated from the Milwaukee school system and the Coyne Institute of Technology in Chicago. He began

his employment at Montgomery Caterpillar in 1958 and worked as an electrician for 32 years, retiring in 1991. He served in the Army during the Cold War from 1961 to 1963. Glenn and Karen Schaefer met in 1965 and were married at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Oswego on April 23, 1966. Glenn and Karen traveled extensively throughout their lives and their retirement years in Minocqua and Florida. Glenn enjoyed fishing, boating, tinkering with cars, woodcarving, and watching the beautiful sunsets on Big Crawling Stone. He also worked part time at Trigs and enjoyed helping all of the customers. He was a member of Peace Lutheran Church and the American Legion. Glenn is survived by his sons, Chris of Montgomery, Brian (Kathy) of Naperville, daughter Kim of Montgomery, grandsons Aiden and Kobe, sister, Marlene Sears of Verona, Wis., and brother and sisters-in-laws Ken and Pat Hartmann, Dave Lafavor and Joan Gilette, Dan and Kathy Thorp, Mike and Pat Schafer, many nieces and nephews; and his four legged friend, Hannah Banana. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Linnea Ross, father and mother-in-law Ed and Lucille Schaefer, and grandson Gage. Special thanks to Diane and Stacy at Avanti for making his wish come true, and to Pastor Jon for assisting in his final journey. A private graveside service will be held at a later date at Lincoln Memorial Cemetery in Aurora. Memorials may be directed to Peace Lutheran Church in Arbor Vitae, WI or Ministry Hospice of Woodruff, WI. Bolger Funeral Home, www.bolgerfuneral.com.

JOHN MICHAEL MARSH John Michael Marsh, 62, of Hinckley, died unexpectedly on Friday, June 26, 2015, at his home. He was born on Nov. 30, 1952 in Aurora, the son of James and Barbara “Bobbie” (Kies) Marsh. John was united in marriage on March 19, 1988, in Aurora to the former Miss Teresa Johnson and they spent the next 27 happy years together. Marsh was a long time member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Hinckley. He served, for many years, as a member of the Hinckley Village Board. John enjoyed gardening as well as playing golf, softball, and baseball with his family and

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Several members of the Church of the Good Shepherd in Oswego march in the PrairieFest parade.

Church members on the march SHAW MEDIA Church of the Good Shepherd Oswego participated in the PrairieFest Parade on June 28. Church members were led by the puppet troupe and entertained by the Praise Band musicians, led by singer/songwriter and recording artist Jon Conover. Worship services are at 8:15 and 10:30 a.m. Good Shepherd’s Praise Band performs at the 10:30 a.m. worship service. The church’s next puppet performance, “How Sweet It Is,” will be at the 10:30 a.m. July 12 worship service. The troupe also will

be performing at local nursing homes at the end of July. “Arts in Mission” is made possible by a grant from the UMC NIC Foundation, Good Shepherd and local families. Attention children: From 9 a.m. to noon Aug. 3 through 7, the church will “Blast to the Past,” traveling back in time to learn through God’s word about God’s everlasting love. Registration is open. Cost is $15 for the first child and $10 for each additional child (maximum $25 a household). Good Shepherd’s Ice Cream Social and Car Show will be from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 16. Featured will be root beer floats, barbe-

cue, beverages, ice cream and toppings, and the best pies in town. Cash only. Cars also will be on display. There is a $5 entry fee per car. Little Shepherd Preschool currently is accepting enrollment applications for the 2015-16 school year. Programs offered are preschool for 3- and 4-year-olds and prekindergarten for 4and 5-year-olds. Good Shepherd UMC is at 5 W. Washington St. in downtown Oswego. For information and registration forms, call the church office at 630-554-3269 or visit goodshepherdoswego.org.

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erything is hands-on, children may get a little messy. Also, send them in cool play clothes and safe shoes. Activities start at 9 a.m. and end at noon. In addition, parents, grandparents and friends are invited to join the Summit Celebration each day at 11:40 a.m., a daily exploration of God’s mighty power. To register, visit www. welcometothewell.com.

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The United Methodist Church of Plano hosts a garage sale June 26 and 27 and a bake sale June 27 to raise funds to further outreach ministry to help others. Congregation members helped sort items and set up for the event, baked items for the bake sale and cleaned up after the event. Thanks to the many people who shopped and made donations for the items in the sale, the church was able to achieve its goal in raising funds for community outreach. Pictured are garage sale workers Jean McBride, Janet Massey and Marilyn Johns and chairperson Gerri Henze.

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The Church of the Good Shepherd Oswego now is accepting donations for the 2015 Imagine No Malaria Rummage Sale. All usable items will be accepted, including electronics, furniture, kitchenwares, clothing, shoes, bags and baby items. Call the church at 630554-3269 to arrange drop-offs. Volunteers are needed and welcomed and do not need to be a member of the church. The rummage sale is set for July 25-26 and Aug. 1-2.

Jacob’s Well announced Vacation Bible School 2015, “Everest: Conquering Challenges with God’s Mighty Power,” will be from July 13 to 17 at Parkview Christian School, 201 W. Center St., Yorkville. Everest VBS is filled with Bible-learning experiences children see, hear, touch and even taste. Gizmos, team-building games, Bible songs and treats are a few of the activities that help faith flow into real life. Since ev-

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Local volunteers pitch in on 4-H swine workshop Hufendick farm in Marseilles hosted event

Join the joint ministry of First Lutheran, First Baptist and United Methodist Plano churches for Community Vacation Bible School. Community Vacation Bible School invites all children in the community to join in the fun, art, drama, music, crafts and the many activities planned for the week of July 6 through July 10 with “Son Spark Labs” as the theme. Day themes are God’s Plans: 2 Make Us, 2 B With Us, 4 Us 2 Know Him, 2 Save Us, and 2 Love Us 4-Ever. VBS classes for children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade will be at United Methodist and First Lutheran churches. A community outreach program is designed for children in sixth through eighth grades.

They will meet at the United Methodist Church each day. Hours are from 9 a.m. until noon Monday through Friday. Snacks are provided each day. Preschool children who are potty trained, at least 3 years old and have not yet completed kindergarten will be at the First Baptist Church all five days from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. A snack will be provided all five days. All children will be participating in a program to be presented at 6:30 p.m. July 9 at the First Lutheran Church of Plano. Space is limited. A $5 donation per child from preschool through eighth grade is appreciated. Register by calling First Baptist Church at 630-552-3641, First Lutheran Church at 630552-8263 or United Methodist Church at 630-552-3700.

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Kendall County 4-H member Lane Anderson of Yorkville practices shaving a pig during the Swine Care Workshop on Sunday, June 28, in Marseilles.

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The Earthmover Credit Union Charity Committee is accepting school supplies and donations for the Kendall County Food Pantry for July. Drop off school supplies or make a donation at any Earthmover Credit Union branch. Earthmover Credit Union is a

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The Hufendick family hosted several Kendall County 4-H youth for a swine care workshop June 28, at their farm in Marseilles. As part of a diverse lineup of 4-H summer enrichment opportunities through University of Illinois Extension, the swine workshop focused on care and preparation of animals for showing at the fair. Volunteers Mike Hufendick and his nephew Daniel helped the 4-H youth to properly wash, condition and shave the wiry hair of pigs, and the group discussed feeding and caring for the pigs. The volunteers also demonstrated showmanship techniques, letting each youth practice them. “We are focused on pigs here, we have a whole lot of them,” said Mike Hufendick. “Swine production is a family affair with us and we wanted to share it.” Daniel, 15, is new to Kendall County 4-H this year. The Hufendicks also hosted the youth for a lunch of porkburgers, beans and watermelon. “We appreciate all of our 4-H volunteers for sharing their time and expertise with our youth,” said Kim Eisnaugle, 4-H Youth Development program coordinator for Kendall County. “The Hufendicks are an excellent example of that mission.” 4-H is part of University of Illinois Extension. It is a community of young people across America learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills.

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​Valley West Hospital Auxiliary donates $10K

MINOOKA At the Valley West Hospital Auxiliary annual meeting and spring luncheon May 13, Valley West Hospital Auxiliary President Susan White (left) and auxiliary Treasurer Lee McKenzie (second from left) present a $10,000 donation to Executive Director Marcy Rubic (second from right), KishHealth System Foundation Grants and Development Associate Kim Perri (right) and Valley West Hospital Auxiliary Dietary Department Manager Penni Blue (center). The money will go toward additional furniture in the Valley West Hospital cafeteria. Photo provided

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Snoopy, Peanuts gang coming to Opera House Tickets now are on sale for the upcoming musical production of “Snoopy,” coming July 17 to 19 to the Sandwich Opera House. Based on the comic strip “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz, “Snoopy” puts the spotlight exactly where the talented, heroic and brilliant beagle believes it should be – on him! This musical sequel to “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” delights audiences with the quiet knowledge and wit of its characters. Snoopy’s cast includes

Peppermint Patty, played by Liz Shollenberger. Shollenberger has been involved in musical theater for most of her life. Most recently, she has performed in Indian Valley Theatre’s production of “Two By Two” (Goldie, 2013). Shollenberger directed several productions at Sandwich High School, where she has been the choir director since 2009. She is a member of Cor Cantiamo, Northern Illinois University’s professional vocal ensemble in residence. She also is a cantor at

Sts. Peter and Paul Roman Catholic Church in Naperville. Shollenberger currently resides in Yorkville. Tickets for “Snoopy” are $14 for adults and $12 for children and are available at indianvalleytheatre.com. They also can be purchased one hour before each performance at the Opera House box office. Every performance will be followed by an autograph session with the cast. All performances will serve as a fundraiser for the Sandwich Opera House, funding renovations for

this historic theater. “Snoopy” is produced by special arrangement with Tams-Witmark. Indian Valley Theatre is an Illinois nonprofit organization dedicated to the appreciation and development of performing arts in the Fox Valley area. For information, email indianvalleythe atre@gmail.com or call IVT at 888-365-8889.

SHAW MEDIA The Ellis House and Equestrian Center is offering a number of summer camp programs. The day camps provide children the opportunity to learn all the basics of horse care, including feeding, grooming, bathing, behavior and nutrition. Fun and educational activities include handson horse handling, which teaches safe, responsible care for horses. Pony rides, games and crafts also are provided each day. Availability of camp programs will vary based on interest. Registration is limited to 15 children per camp. • Pony One-Day Camp for Parent-Tot: The parent-tot camp for children ages 3 to 5 is a great way for parents to spend time with their child while learning about horses through grooming, crafts, games and pony rides. • Pony One-Day Camp: The one-day camp for children ages 6 through 8 is a great way for younger children to learn about and play with the horses. Children are introduced to grooming, feeding and handling horses through hands-on activities. Games such as pony

To sign up For more information about the camps offered by the Ellis House and Equestrian Center, 13986 McKanna Road, Minooka, call 815-475-4035 or visit ellishec.com.

leading relay races offer a fun way to test their skills. Kids also get a chance to let their artistic side shine through crafts and learn about conservation on a horse-themed nature tour. • Pony Three-Day Camp: The three-day camp for children ages 9 through 13 offers children a thorough introduction into the world of horses. Kids get to experience a variety of activities involved in the daily care and management of horses. Kids learn about and assist with feeding, grooming, handling, saddling and bridling horses. A variety of topics are covered, including horse shoes, health care, horse behavior and feeding. Each day includes horse games, crafts to bring home and pony rides. Kids also learn about conservation and how horses affect nature through daily nature hikes.

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BRIEFS Oswego Senior Center hosting brain games

Brain games, a monthly series provided by HarborChase of Plainfield, will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. July 9 at the Oswego Senior Center, 156 E. Washington St., in Oswego. The program will engage participants with brain games and mental challenges to help keep the brain in good shape through cognitive exercises like trivia, word jumbles, riddles and more. Brain games stimulate thinking and improve cognition, which helps stave

off memory loss and keep a sharp mind. Stay for lunch after brain games for a $5 suggested donation. For information, call 630-554-5602.

dogs, assorted salads, chips and ice cream. Johnny Gray will perform at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $5 for members and $6 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. To register, call 630-553-5777.

Independence Day party coming to Yorkville Senior Services to sell Senior Services of Yorkville pie in Town Square Park will host an Independence Day party July 7 at the Beecher Center in Yorkville. Show your patriotic pride and wear red, white and blue attire. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. and includes all-American foods: hamburgers, hot

Senior Services of Yorkville will be selling pie in the park on the Fourth of July in Town Square Park. Buy your slice of pie for breakfast and scope out your spot to watch the parade. Festivities will continue in the park after the parade

with festival foods, games for children, music and more. Senior Services is in need of donations of homemade fruit pies, as well as brownies, chocolate chip cookies and Rice Krispies Treats. If you are willing to bake any of these items and donate them or are willing to help sell in the park, call Patty at 630-553-5777.

Walking Club bus trip set for Geneva shopping Once a month, Senior Services of Yorkville offers Walking Club bus trips to area locations.

All seniors are welcome, but space on the bus is limited to the first 12 people who sign up. There will be a stop for lunch along the way, which is not included in the bus cost. On July 9, the bus will depart at 9:32 a.m. for Main Street shopping in Geneva. The cost is $5 for the bus ride, but purchases and lunch are not included. Registration is required. Pickup and drop-off is at the Beecher Center in Yorkville. For information or to register, call Patty at 630-553-5777.

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Future of Waubonsee discussed at summit Event explores school’s role in community

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SHAW MEDIA More than 250 Waubonsee Community College students, faculty, staff and community leaders participated in the Waubonsee Vision 2050 Futures Summit on June 23 at the college’s Sugar Grove campus. The event, which featured presentations and discussions, was designed to bring stakeholders together to anticipate, imagine and elevate the collective futures of the college and community. With the successful completion of the Waubonsee Community College 2020 College Master Plan earlier this year and the upcoming celebration of the school’s 50th anniversary in 2016, President Dr. Christine Sobek said the timing is right for a Vision 2050 initiative. “Our anniversary is not just about our past but also the chance to tell the story of our future,” Dr. Sobek said at the summit. “We’re here today to write the next chapter together.” World-renowned business futurist Nicholas J.

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More than 250 students, faculty, staff and community leaders participated in Waubonsee Community College’s Vision 2050 Futures Summit on June 23 at the college’s Sugar Grove Campus. The event, which featured presentations and discussions, was designed to bring stakeholders together to anticipate, imagine and elevate the collective futures of the college and community. Webb presented the day’s keynote address, titled “The Future of Disruptive Innovations.” Among the many topics Webb touched on were the “innovation value range”

and how the traditional incremental and landmark innovations of the past no longer are enough; future innovations will need to be breakthrough or disruptive because, moving forward,

the only changes that matter are those that are “fast and deep.” Webb also talked about the future of education and how it’s no longer enough for college students

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Registration remains open until Sunday, July 5, for Fox Country Players’ Theatre Arts Academy’s “Under the Sea” and “Disney’s Little Mermaid, Jr.” “Under the Sea” is open to students entering grades one through eight. The Academy begins on July 6 and meets from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday for two weeks. There will be three final performances: 7 p.m. July 17 and 2 and 7 p.m. July 18. “Disney’s Little Mermaid, Jr.” is open to high school students and graduating seniors. The Academy begins on July 6 and meets Monday through Friday for three weeks. The Academy meets from 1 to 4 p.m. July 6 to 17 and 9 a.m. to from 4 p.m. July 20-24. There will be three final performances: 7 p.m. July 24 and 2 and 7 p.m. July 25. Performers will gain practical, performing

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Happy Fourth of July! If you are like the many other homeowners with an ash tree on your property, there is a high probability that you have been impacted by the emerald ash borer. Recent stormy weather has shown how brittle the dead ashes can be. To learn more about the borer, its damage, the feasibility of treatment and what trees to use as replacements, mark your calendar for an upcoming emerald ash borer workshop at 7 p.m. Aug. 26 at the Yorkville Library. The insect has caused extensive damage and death to thousands of ash trees in northeastern Illinois over the past few years. The program is being cosponsored by The Conservation Foundation and University of Illinois Extension. For more information, call 630-553-0687, ext. 204, or email jchurch@ theconservationfoundation.org. Out in the garden now, with all the recent rainfall, many gardeners are spending “overtime” doing weeding chores. There is a common expression that “a weed is any plant out of

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place,” which may depend on your perception. The term “weed” can be somewhat distracting when considering some of our native, perennial flowers. One good example is the milkweed family of perennial flowers. Although “weed” is actually a part of the common name for many of the over 100 species of milkweed, it can lead some people to think it is an undesirable plant. On the contrary, many of these species are native to Illinois prairie habitats. They provide food and habitat for pollinators, especially butterflies. The monarch butterfly is especially dependent on milkweed plants in the larval and adult stages. In recent years, there has been a great deal of concern over the decline in population of both milkweeds and the monarch butterfly, so planting some of the native species can help maintain and build the population of both. This time of year is a

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REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS BRISTOL TOWNSHIP

178 Concord Drive South, Oswego, $145,000, Gino Campise and Katie Campise to Amanda Mikuski. 3020 Silver Charm Lane, Montgomery, $280,000, Kevin and Jeannine Thacker to Eddie and Jessica McKay. 2424 Hanbury Lane, Montgomery, $193,000, Brian and Nancy Mattson to Brian and Jessica Finnerty. 234 Bertram Drive, Unit F, Yorkville, $52,500, James Mattio to William and Cynthia Ohse. 612 Spruce Court, Oswego, $300,000, Cynthia Abel Living Trust to Steven and Melissa Harry. 1445 Orchid Street, Yorkville, $133,000, Daniel Arntzen to Olivia Ryan. 2437 Summerwind Lane, Montgomery, $107,951, Dwight Baird, Kendall County Sheriff’s Office to Monica Torres. 136 Bertram Drive, Unit 1, Yorkville, $72,500, Salley Coppoletta to Fahlmark Investment Group, LLC. 2294 Grande Trail Court, Yorkville, $247,000, Krzysztof Gryniak and Angela Do, n/k/a Angela Grynick to Michael Moleterno. 2645 Jenna Circle, Montgomery, $142,500, Jesus Barraza to Andrew Egner. 3873 Bailey Road, Yorkville, $124,000, Lynette McNamara to Kemin Tan and Yanni Cao. 439 Twinleaf Trail, Yorkville, $260,000, Michael and Sarah Alaimo as trustee of the Michael J. Alaimo trust and as trustee of the Sarah Alaimo trust to Donald Hart, III. 115 Palmer Court, Yorkville, $185,000, Melanie Ruh to Tracie Steed. 1202 Evergreen Lane, Yorkville, $224,134, JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. to The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development. 1308 Game Farm Road,

Yorkville, $3,441,000, AvivReit, Inc to Omega Healthcare Investors, Inc.

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208 Spruce St., Millington, $120,000, Andy and Cheryl Kuntz to Steve Kuntz.

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361 Emily Court, Yorkville, $290,000, Chicagoland Home Remodeling LLC to Joshua Blomberg. 368 Windham Circle, Yorkville, $315,000, Anthony Lacina and Carina Koenig to Erick and Jessica Lavery. 1841 Aster Drive, Yorkville, $242,000, Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation to Oluwaseun Animashaun. 294 Walsh Circle, Yorkville, $267,500, Ann Hill to Paul and Wendy Greep. 886 Flint Creek Lane, Yorkville, $202,900, Federal National Mortgage Association to Tyler Poffenbarger. 2062 Muirfield Drive, Unit D, Yorkville, $178,000, Nicole Robertson to Helen Newby. 505 Hawthorne Court, Yorkville, $248,000, Justin and Miriam Becker to Anthony and Kris Ellerbrock. 1102 Hawk Hollow Drive, Yorkville, $112,000, Moriam Raji to Carmen Berragan. 511 Madison St., Yorkville, $65,000, Estate of William Roake and Stephen Roake to Paragon Ventures, LLC.

LITTLE ROCK TOWNSHIP 515 N. West Street, Plano, $53,000, Michele Dominy to Brad Seven. 3900 Hoffman St., Plano, $179,500, Sharon Williams to Gene Parker. 706 N. Hugh Street, Plano, $153,000, Mindy Hatcher and Wendy Hartzfeld to Jose and Teresa Sanchez. 615 E. Church Street, Plano, $146,000, James and Becky Iverson to Tracy Borre.

Ann Troyner, Valencia Troyner to Darren Divizio. Arbeiter and Caton Farm Road, Plainfield, $360,000, Carol Knipscheer a successor trustee of the George Schindel Revocable Trust Agreement to Carol Knipscheer. 7606 Oakshire Court, Plainfield, $161,501, Dwight Baird, Kendall County Sheriff’s Office to Paxton Calvanese. 1700 Courtwright Drive, Plainfield, $142,100, Fannie Mae a/k/a Federal National Mortgage Association to JSF Real Estate LLC. 7717 Briarcliff Drive, Plainfield, $255,000, Javier and Karleen Gonzalez to Clifton Duria, Jr. 2107 Ashbrook Court, Plainfield, $219,900, Fannie Mae a/k/a Federal National Mortgage Association to Lucas Marry and Kathleen Anderson.

OSWEGO TOWNSHIP

415 Beaver Court, Oswego, $194,007, Fannie Mae a/k/a Federal National Mortgage Association to Jeffrey and Lupe Swaggerty. 49 Royce Road, Oswego, $222,000, Andrew Nelson to Chad and Elizabeth Cuda. 26808 Basswood Circle, Plainfield, $310,000, Howard and Michele Rosas to N.P. Dodge Jr., as trustee. 26808 Basswood Circle, Plainfield, $310,000, N.P. Dodge Jr. as trustee to Jose and Casillas Baez. 140 Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery, $143,000, Kory and Cara Fay to William and Jakob Schmidt. 513 Waterford Drive, Oswego, $330,000, TMCH Industries Corp to Kimberly Louise Thornton. 724 Millersburg Street, Oswego, $240,000, Steffi and Meinhard Korte to Michael and Jaclyn Vasquez. 67 Garfield Street, Oswego, $115,500, Lou Gramm to Terence Enders.

403 Derby Court, Oswego, $207,000, Eric and Kathryn Stewart to Ramiro and Martha Trujillo. 403 Highland Court, Oswego, $242,000, Mary and Brian Collins to Traci and Kris Kearns. 505 Chestnut Drive, Oswego, $324,000, Patrick O’Neil and Cecilia Salvo n/k/a Cecilia O’Neil to Michael Foss and Latricia Wagoner. 407 Canterbury Court, Oswego, $115,000, Allison Loomis to Paula Kraus. 432 Gloria Lane, Oswego, $185,900, Travis and Christine Kinley to Guadalupe Jensen. 481 Valentine Way, Oswego, $172,000, Elizabeth Jasek to Jill Binnebose. 118 Devoe Drive, Oswego, $178,000, Joanna Tiz n/k/a Joanna Wilberg to Daniel and Tiffany Dore. 340 Morgan Valley Drive, Oswego, $290,000, Brian and Andrea Dahlman to Keith and

Michelle Strnad. 39 Greenfield Road, Montgomery, $165,000, Michael Saad to Edward and Erin Maldonado. 349 Kensington, Oswego, $310,129, PNMAC Mortgage Opportunity Fund Investors, LLC to Craig and Stacy Sherman. 1620 Lexington, Montgomery, $128,000, Jeffrey and Heather Popple to Shantel Bernard. 1969 Grandview Place, Unit 5H, Montgomery, $127,900, Philip Orasco to Travis and Alanna Hoffman. 25 Woodcliff Road, Montgomery, $109,000, JP Morgan Chase Bank, NA to Jesenia Perez. 2526 Rourke Drive, Aurora, $252,500, Fannie Mae a/k/a Federal National Mortgage Association to Carlos Ramirez Martinez-Eiroa and Xaio Yan Guo. 453 Prairieview Drive, Oswego, $140,000, Sandra Prevendar to Fred Baustian. 765 Churchill Lane, Oswego,

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SEWARD TOWNSHIP

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12 COUNTYWIDE • Thursday, July 2, 2015 • Kendall County Record • Plano Record • Ledger-Sentinel CHURCH SERVICES ANGLICAN Christ Our Light Anglican Church Meeting at the English Congregational United Church of Christ 301 Rhodes St., Big Rock Father Rand York www.christourlightanglican.org Saturday, 5 p.m. APOSTOLIC New Hope Apostolic Church 201 W. Madison St. Yorkville, IL, 60560 Pastor: Junior D. Dixon Church phone: 630-552-1292 Sunday 11 a.m. Sunday School and Worship Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Night Prayer Faith Assembly Church 105 S. Main, Montgomery Pastor Michael E. Hefner Assistant Pastor Emmanuel Rojas 630-264-2968 (Spanish Interpretation) Sunday 10 a.m. Morning Worship & Sunday School 5 p.m. Worship Service Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Evening service ASSEMBLIES OF GOD Harvest Chapel 725 S. County Line Road Sandwich, IL 60548 www.harvestchapel.net 815-786-8669 Nursery is provided Sunday 9 & 10:45 a.m. Service; Elevate Kids Ministry ages 3 to 5th grade Wednesday 7 p.m. New Community; Adult Bible Study; MOSAIC student Ministries (6th-12th); Elevate Kids (4yrs-5th gr) New Life Church 3205 Cannonball Trail, Yorkville (Just west of Rt. 47) Pastor Jon Lawson 630-553-0200 www.nlcyorkville.org Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship Kids classes (6 weeks - 6 grade) Wednesday 7 p.m. Kids classes (preschool-6 grade) Student Ministries (7-12 grades) BAPTIST Harvest New Beginnings 5315 Douglas Road, Oswego 630-554-3858 • Fax 630-554-3865 harvest@harvestnewbeginnings.com www.harvestnewbeginnings.com Sunday Service Times: 9 and 10:45 a.m. and 5:45 p.m. Sunday School 2 years - adult 5:30 Awana, Adult Bible Study Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Awana, 3yr-6th/Jr. High Youth 7 p.m. Bible Study, Prayer Mtg. Thursday 6:30 p.m. Sr. High youth Friday 7 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Quality nursery provided at all services Grace Community Church 1108 Mill St., Yorkville 630-553-0700 Pastor Ivan Truman gccyorkville@sbcglobal.net www.gccyorkville.net Sundays Nursery available all services 9:30 a.m. Men’s Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Women’s Sunday School and classes for all ages 10:45 a.m. Morning Worship Children’s Church (begins during the offertory) Small Groups (see “Midweek Grace” on the website calendar) Crosspointe 8 W. Rickard, Oswego Pastor J. Andrew Post 630-554-3875 www.crosspointeoswego.org Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School-all ages 10:30 a.m. Worship 5:30 p.m. Revolution (grades 7-12) 6 p.m. TeamKid

How to submit Send any changes or additions to your church listing to news@kendallcountynow.com. Deadline for changes is noon Mondays. 6 p.m. Adult Bible Study Calvary Baptist Church 140 Montgomery Road Montgomery, IL 630-896-7098 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 6 p.m. Evening Bible Study First Baptist Church of Plano 116 N. Hale St., Plano Church: 630-552-3641 or 630-552-0544 Rev. Richard Kenneavy, Interim New Hope Baptist Church 4101 Needham Road, Plano 630-552-1400 Pastor Dennis Cocks Sunday, 9:45 am Sunday School all ages 10:45 am Morning Worship 6 pm Evening Worship Wednesday 7 pm Bible Study and Prayer Nursery is provided – all services. Also offering Youth Group. Fox River Baptist Church 1205 7th Avenue, Aurora Kerry James Allen, Pastor 630-820-5870 www.foxriverbaptistchurch.org Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Morning Service 6 p.m. Evening Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Evening Service Valley Baptist Church 2480 Wolf Road, Oswego Pastor David Hemphill 630-554-8109 www.valleybaptist.com pastor@valleybaptist.com Sunday 9:45 am Sunday School all ages 11 am Morning Worship 6 pm Evening Worship 8 pm TV Ministry on Channel 10 Cable ACTV Wednesday 7 pm King Kids; eve. Worship 9 pm TV Ministry-chnl17 Cable Deaf Interpreter for all services Park Place Baptist Church 1144 S. Lincoln, Montgomery 630-897-6810 www.park-place.org Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship First Baptist Church of Big Rock 211 Lincoln St., Big Rock Rev. Bill McMillen • 630-556-3535 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. Worship Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Bible study and prayer CHRISTIAN Community Christian Church 129 Commercial Dr., Yorkville Pastor Aaron Koehler 630-388-5000 www.communitychristian.org Sunday 9:30 & 11 a.m. Worship service Grace Community Christian Church 2770 Montgomery Rd., Aurora 630-898-7990 • Fax 630-898-7955 www.graceccc.org Sunday 9 a.m. Worship service 10:30 a.m. Classes Nursery available 8 until noon Redeemer Community Church (meets at Plank Junior High) 510 Secretariat Lane, Oswego Office 630-820-9742 Sunday, 10 a.m. Celebration meeting (effective children’s ministry class unites during main meeting)

Cornerstone Christian Church Bob Reid, Minister 254 S. Madison, Oswego 3 blocks south of Post Office 630-554-2292 • Fax 630-554-1988 www.cornerstonecc.net Sunday 9 a.m. Bible Study 10 a.m. Worship Celebration & Kids Central (Nursery available) Wednesday 6 p.m. Fellowship Potluck Dinner 7 p.m. Prayer Service 7 p.m. Youth Group(Jr.-Sr. High) 1st Monday of each month from 6am 24-hr Community Prayer Vigil The Redeemed Christian Church of God Kings’ Court Parish 5313 US Highway 34, Oswego Tel/Fax 630-608-2011 kingscourtil@yahoo.com Sunday 9:45-10:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30-12:30 Worship service Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. Bible Study Friday, 7-8 p.m. Breakthrough Hour Community Christian Church 131 Montgomery Rd., Montgomery 630-388-5000 Campus Pastor: John Rinehimer www.communitychristian.org Sundays 9:30 & 11 a.m. Worship Service Plano Christian Church 9 Schomer Lane, Plano Stan Motley, Pastor www.pcc4him.com 630-552-7640 Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday School & Worship Service Big Life Community Church Traughber Junior High School 570 Colchester Dr., Oswego www.biglifecc.org “It’s for you.” Sundays, 10 a.m. Worship

Plano Church of God 7 E. Dearborn, Plano Pastor John Todd 630-877-3604 Sunday 10 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Bible Study CONGREGATIONAL Yorkville Congregational United Church of Christ 409 Center Parkway, Yorkville Pastor: Rev. Mark Gregory Office: 630-553-7308 Office hours: T-F 8:30 am-4 pm CHRISTIAN SCIENCE Christian Science Society 117 E. Second Street, Sandwich www.chicagospirituality.com Sunday, 10:30 Service

Neighborhood Church of The Brethren 155 Boulder Hill Pass, Montgomery 630-897-3347 ncotb@sbcglobal.net Rev. Mark Flory-Steury, Pastor Sunday 9:15 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Handicapped accessible building. Neighborhood Counseling Associates 630-844-3001 CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER DAY SAINTS Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Oswego) 100 Hankes Road, Sugar Grove Bishop Jeff Haddon 630-940-7211 Missionary - 630-270-6664 Sunday 11:30 a.m. Sacrament Meeting 12:50 pm Sunday School-primary 1:40 p.m. Priesthood-Relief Society Wednesday 7 p.m. Youth Activity/Scouts Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Prestbury) 100 Hankes Road, Sugar Grove Bishop Golden Hwang 630-466-3299 Sunday 9 a.m. Sacrament Meeting 10:20 am Sunday School/Primary 11:10 a.m. Priesthood/Relief Society Tuesday 7 p.m. Youth Activity CHURCH OF GOD Destiny Worship Center 1355 Hinman St., Montgomery Pastor James Schulker 630-851-5055 Sunday 10 a.m. Worship 6 p.m. UnDone Youth Worship Wednesday 6 p.m. Small groups-all ages Thursday 6 p.m. Men’s basketball-open gym

Living Heritage Lutheran Church Rev. James Barbey, Pastor 630-552-3926 Services at the Chapel of Turner-Eighner Funeral Home 3952 Turner Avenue Sunday Services: 9 a.m. Divine Service 10:15 a.m. Adult Study and Sunday School St. Olaf Lutheran Church 1233 Douglas Rd., Montgomery 630-896-1311 stolafchurch@sbcglobal.net Pre-School 630-896-3004 Sunday, 10:15 a.m. Worship Service

EPISCOPAL St. David’s Episcopal Church 701 N. Randall Rd., Aurora 630-896-7229 www.stdavidsofaurora.com Office hours: Mon. & Thurs. 9-1 Sunday, 9 a.m. Worship Service St. Edward and Christ Episcopal Church (Anglican) Christ Campus 2800 Grove Rd., Yorkville between Rt. 126 & Caton Farm Rd. Rev. Kathryn White, Rector Rev. Richard Lundgren, Associate Rector 815-725-6800 www.secec.net Sundays, 11 a.m. Communion St. Thomas Episcopal (Anglican) 317 Goold Park Dr. (Chapin St., West) Morris Rev. James L. Steele, Rector 815-942-1380 Sundays, 9 a.m. Holy Communion, Nursery Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Teaching Service Prayer for the Sick LUTHERAN

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Plattville Lutheran Church 5475 Bell Road, Minooka Pastor Bret L. Reedy Office 815-475-7220 Parsonage 815-475-4127 Sunday 9:15 a.m. Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Sunday School St. John’s Lutheran Church 235 S. Green St., P.O. Box 245 Somonauk, IL 60552 815-498-3667 Pastor William Weidenbach Jr. www.elcastjohns.com Saturday, 5 p.m. Worship Sunday, 9 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. Faith Dialogue Bible Study -- all ages welcome Monday, 7:30 a.m. Fruitful Fitness Tuesday, 7 p.m. Tuesday nights in the text (except 1st Tuesday of month) Thursday, 9 a.m. Theology on Thursday Morning (call office for details) 8:30-10:30 a.m. Our Sharing Pantry Cross Lutheran - LCMS Church and School Rt. 47, 3 miles south of Yorkville Church office 630-553-7335 Pastor Erik Gauss Susan Lopez, school principal www.hiscross.org Grace Lutheran Church 10025 N. Rt. 47, Morris (3 mi. north of Morris on Rt. 47 at Airport Road) Pastor Steven Heilman Church 815-942-2252 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Education Helmar Lutheran Church Corner of Lisbon & Helmar Roads, Newark Pastor James Molstre 815-695-5489 Immanuel Lutheran Church

Fox River Lutheran Church 2785 E. US Hwy Rt. 52, Sheridan Pastor Kevin Garner 815-695-9926 Sunday, 9:30 Worship Service 10:45 Sunday School all ages St. Luke’s Lutheran Church & School - LCMS 63 Fernwood Rd., Montgomery Rev. Peter Hoffman, Sr. Pastor Robinette Flach,School Principal Church Office 630-892-9309 School Office 630-892-0310 stlcfamily.org Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Blended Worship Sunday, 8 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:30 a.m. Sunday School and Bible Study 10:45 a.m. Contemporary Worship with Praise Band St. Mark’s Lutheran Church 27 S. Edgelawn Dr., Aurora 630-8976891 www.stmarksaurora.net Saturday, 5:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday, 9 & 10:30 a.m. Worship Service and Sunday School (preK-5) Nursery available during all services. Faith Lutheran Church ELCA 3000 Liberty St., Aurora 630-862-3500 Sunday 8 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:30 a.m. Blended Service KidWerks (Sunday School) 11 a.m. Praise Gathering New Song Community Lutheran Church (LCMS) 2858 Hafenrichter Road, Aurora www.newsongchurch.net Pastor Jason Dail 630-499-0542 Office Hours Mon. and Wed. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tues. and Thurs. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service Children’s message Nursery and Promiseland Kids offered at services Prayer team available after service Followers of Christ Lutheran Church (ELCA) 12357 248th Ave., Plainfield Pastor Ronald Voss 815-439-0700 • 630-554-4318 followersofchirst3@yahoo.com ww.followersofchirstelca.com Child Care Provided Sunday 9 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Christian Education- all ages 12:30 p.m. Youth Group Monday, 4:30 p.m. Catechism 6:20 p.m. Youth Choir Tuesday, 7 p.m. Disciple Bible Study Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Practice Lisbon Bethlehem Church 108 E. Woodman St. (Lisbon) Newark, IL Rev. Larry Jacobsgaard, Pastor Ph. 815-736-6271 Sunday 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 10:45 a.m. Sunday School

Newark Lutheran Church (A.F.L.C.) 101 E. Liberty, Newark Pastor: Luke Emerson Church: 815-695-5251 newarklutheran@hotmail.com www.newarklcaflc.org Sunday Services: 8:45 a.m. Coffee and Fellowship 9:30 a.m. Worship Service 10:45 a.m. Adult and Youth Sunday School Our Savior Lutheran Church 420 W. Downer Place, Aurora Ph. 630-897-5936 Pastor Jeff Mikyska www.oursavioraurora.org Saturday, 5 p.m. Krentz Chapel Sunday, 9 a.m. Sanctuary 10:15 a.m. Sunday School First Lutheran Church 200 North Center St., Plano 630-552-8263 Pastor Bruce Booher June-August Worship Schedule: Saturday, 5 p.m. Worship Sunday, 9 a.m. Worship Holy Communion every Sunday Nursery area provided, but there are no attendants for the summer. Salem Evangelical Lutheran Church (ELCA) 1022 North Main St., Sandwich Rev. Wayne Derber, Pastor 815-786-9308 www.wearesalemlutheran.org Sunday, 8 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:15 am Christian Education hour 10:30 am Contemporary Worship Our Savior’s Lutheran Church 2465 W. Sandwich Road Corner of Pratt & W. Sandwich Rd., Sandwich, IL 60548 Office 815-786-6406 Rev. David J. Kaul, Pastor www.our-saviors.com Saturday, 5:30 pm Contemporary Worship Sunday, 8 a.m. Traditional Worship 9:30 a.m. Family Worship; Sunday School Events for the entire family: King’s Kids, grades K-3 Servants of Christ grades 4-6 Jr. High, Youth alive for Teens METHODIST Wheatland Salem Church www.wheatlandsalem.org 630-904-1035 One church, two locations 1217 Wolf Rd. Oswego Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Worship and Sunday School Tuesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. Youth Group 1852 W. 95th St. Naperville Sunday 8:30, 9:45 & 11 a.m. Worship 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sunday School Wednesday 6:30-8:30 p.m. Youth Group Ministries for all ages all week See website for all of the offerings Millington United Methodist 200 Orleans Street Millington, IL 60537 630-531-0239 cell 630-416-0612 home 815-695-5378 church Pastor Kirk C. Scott Handicapped Accessible MillingtonUMConthefox.org Sunday 10 a.m. Worship service with children’s moments Thursday 10 a.m. Women’s Bible Study 1st & 3rd Thursdays Noon to 3 p.m. Little Dresses Sewing Mission Sugar Grove United Methodist 176 Main St., Sugar Grove Pastor CheonEui Oh Office hours: M, W, F 7 am-Noon 630-466-4501 www.sgumc.net sugargroveumc@sbcglobal.net Sunday Services 8 a.m. Worship at Harter Road property under the pavilion 9:30 a.m. Worship at Main St.

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Continued from page 12 Plattville United Methodist Located at Church Rd & Plattville Rd. 13025 Church Road, Yorkville Pastor Terry McLaughlin 815-475-4128 Thursday, July 2 8:30 a.m. Walking Program Bethany of Fox Valley United Methodist Church 2200 Ridge Avenue Rt. 34 & Ridge Ave, Aurora Rev. Alka Lyall, Pastor 630-851-8010 www.BethanyFoxValleyUMC.org Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9 am-2 pm Nursery Available Handicapped Accessible Sunday 8 & 10:30 a.m. Worship 9:15 a.m. Sunday School for all ages Blessed Beginnings 9:30-11:30 am Mon-Th Youth Group & Kids Fellowship Great Agers Millbrook United Methodist 8360 Fox River Dr., P. O. Box 50 Millbrook, IL 60536 Pastor Kent Svendsen 630-553-7568 Nursery Available Handicapped Accessible Holy Communion 1st & 3rd Sundays of each Month Sunday 9 a.m. Worship Service 9 a.m. Sunday School Thursday 4-6 p.m. Pastor office hours 6 p.m. Choir 7 p.m. Bible Study Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist Church 5 W. Washington St. Downtown Oswego Philip W. Sheets, Pastor 630-554-3269 www.goodshepherdoswego.org Office Hours: Mon - Fri 9 am-3 pm United Methodist Church of Plano 219 North Hale Street, Plano 630-552-3700 Pastor Kent Svendsen pastor@umcplano.org www.umcplano.org Handicapped Accessible Nursery care provided during Sunday Worship for age 5 & younger Trinity Church United Methodist 2500 Boomer Lane (corner of 47 & Cannonball Trail) Yorkville, 60560 • 630-553-7645 Pastor Michael Stoner www.trinityum.net Trinitychurchoffice@gmail.com Office hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-2

The Warehouse Church 308 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora Pastor Randy Schoof 630-859-0600 www.warehousechurch.org Office Hours: Tues-Fri 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday at 10 a.m. Pentecostal Gospel Assembly Church 7090 Route 34, Oswego, IL Pastor: D.L. Dycus 630-554-2313 Saturday 7:30 p.m. Worship Service Sunday 1 p.m. Worship/Sunday School 5:30 p.m. Worship Service Thursday 7 p.m. Worship Service PRESBYTERIAN Au Sable Grove Presbyterian Church (the country church) Pulpit Supply Rev. Betty Weidert Grove & Wheeler Roads 1 mile south of Rt. 126 Yorkville, IL 60560 630-554-3507 www.ausablegrovepresbyterian.com Church Summer Schedule June 1 - Aug. 30 Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Worship (Nursery) 10:30 a.m. Coffee Fellowship Communion on the first Sunday of each month Third Wednesday each month 7 p.m. Session Meeting Young Adults Group: FISH-Friends in Service to Him (ages 18-35), call 630-421-2387 for dates and place Oswego Presbyterian Church 1976 Route 25 Associate Pastor: Rev. Kim Hulen Church: 630-554-8194 Saturday, June 27 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Girl Scouts Disability Awareness Event 6-10 p.m. Mission Trippers Overnight Thursday, July 2 11:30 a.m. ROMEO’s to Southern Belle 7 p.m. Christian Education Committee Meeting Wheatland Presbyterian Church 11839 S. Heggs Rd., Plainfield Two miles south of Wolf Crossing Road and Rt. 30 at the corner Heggs Road &119th St. Rev. Jack Lilley 630-904-1140 Sunday 9 a.m. Faith Focus: Adult Bible Study, Spiritual Growth, Youth Activities 10 a.m. Worship w/nursery care Children’s Sunday School Genesis Community Church 1300 South Broadway

Montgomery Pastor Jeffrey Barrett 630-896-7773 • Fax 630-859-3355 A Member of PC USA Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sun. School, all ages 10:40 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday 7 p.m. Prayer Service ROMAN CATHOLIC St. Mary Roman Catholic Church 901 N. Center Ave., Plano 630-552-3448 • Fax 630-552-3450 www.saintmaryplano.com Rev. Andy Davy, M.I.C. Pastor Deacon Eduardo Murillo Deacon Douglas Wells Deacon Santos Martinez Masses: Monday thru Saturday: 8 a.m. Saturday, 4-4:45 p.m. Reconciliation 5 p.m. Vigil English Sunday, 8 & 10 a.m. Mass Noon, Spanish Mass Religious Education: 630-552-1505 Wednesday, 6 - 7:30 p.m. Office Hours: M-F 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Patrick Catholic Church 406 Walnut St., Yorkville 630-553-6671 • Fax: 630-553-2695 Info@StPatrickYorkville.org www.stpatrickyorkville.org Pastor: Rev. Matthew Lamoureux, M.I.C. Deacons: Donald Cyr and Dale Metcalf Mass Schedule: Daily: Monday - Saturday 8 a.m. Vigil Mass: Saturday 5 p.m. Sunday: 8 & 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Childcare during 10:30 am Masses Holy Day (Vigil) Mass: 7 p.m. Holy Day Masses: 8:30 am & 7 pm Confession Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. Saturday 8:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Sunday 9:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Religious Education: 630-553-6671 Preschool - 8th Grade Registration: 630-552-3345 Parish Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. St. Peter Catholic Church 925 Sard Avenue, Aurora Rev. Joachim Tyrtania, Pastor 630-896-6816 Saturday Mass, 4:30 p.m. Confessions/Adoration, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Sunday Mass: 7:30 & 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. (Spanish) Monday: Communion Service 8 am Tues, Thurs, Friday: Mass 8 a.m. Wednesday, Mass 8:30 a.m. (during summer 8 a.m.) St. Anne Catholic Church 551 Boulder Hill Pass, Oswego 630-554-3331 • Fax 630-554-0530 Pastor: Rev. John J. Ouper Pastoral Associate: Sr. Margaret Anne Spagnola, OSM Deacons: David Brockman; Duane Wozek;

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Light in a messenger’s eyes brings joy to the heart, and good news gives health to the bones. Proverbs 15:30

There is a very interesting psychology experiment where you trick people into either smiling or frowning without their knowing it (by telling them to hold a pencil either in their teeth, to make them smile, or with their pursed lips, to make them frown), and while they hold that facial position you tell them a joke. Those who are holding the smile usually rate the joke as being funnier, presumably because they are already halfway laughing to start with. The moral of the experiment, if experiments can be said to have a moral, is that our bodies often take the lead in making us feel happy or sad, or calm or anxious. Droopy, lackadaisical posture will make you feel defeated while standing up tall and strong will make you feel like a winner. So smile, even when you don’t feel much like smiling, or perhaps especially when you don’t feel much like smiling. And an added benefit to smiling is that it tends to spread the happiness. Have an attitude and a countenance that is worth catching. - Christopher Simon

Oswego Family Church 5498 Route 34, Oswego www.oswegofamilychurch.com Sunday, 10 a.m. Worship Service

James Perry Masses 8 a.m. Mon. Wed. Fri. 7 a.m. Tues. Thurs. 7 p.m. Wed. Sat. 3:30 p.m. Confessions Sat. 5 p.m. Mass Sun. 7:30, 9:15, & 11 a.m.

Cornerstone Church 17347 Pratt Road, Sandwich 815-786-6300 Pastor Paul Banister www.cornerstoneofsandwich.com Sunday 10 a.m. Worship for all ages Nursery: up to age 1 Toddler: 2 & 3 years of age Children’s Church: 4 to grade 3 Kids Zone: 4-6 grade Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Prayer driven worship J.A.M. Time (Jesus and Me) 6:30-8:30 p.m. (K-6th grade) held every other Friday Student Ministries (Jr. High & HS) Events to be announced L.I.F.E. Groups held in Sandwich, Somonauk, Hinckley Times and locations can be found in the church bulletin, website, or call the church Food Pantry 12:30 p.m. Serving residents of Plano, Sandwich, Sheridan, Somonauk 1st and 3rd of each month Picture ID and proof of residence is required each time you come.

OTHER SERVICES Sandwich Church of the Nazarene 205 West College St.,Sandwich Pastor Mark Abbott Church 815-786-8230 Sunday, 9:30 am Sunday School all ages 10:40 a.m. Worship Service Wednesday, 7 p.m. Prayer Service Plano Fellowship Meeting at P.H. Miller School N. Lew St., Plano New families welcome Sunday, 10 a.m. Praise & Worship Family friendly Bible teachings Home Meetings during the week Call 552-8868, 552-3091, 552-3373, or 553-5087. Vineyard Christian Fellowship 155 Kirkland Circle, Oswego Pastor Al Arellano www.sentbyravensvcf.com 630-896-1322 Sunday, 10:30 a.m. Worship

Plano Church Of Christ 406 N. Lew St., Plano Bryan Bickford 815-786-7693 Sunday 10 a.m. Bible Study 10:50 a.m. Worship 4 p.m. Worship Wednesday 7 p.m. Bible Study

Community of Christ 304-320 S. Center, Plano 60545 Co-Pastors Miranda Campbell and Jim Wynkoop 630-552-8990 Sunday 9:30-10:15 a.m. Sunday School/ Rogers Hall 10:30 a.m. Worship Service at Stone Church - Easter through December and Rogers Hall January to Easter. Stone Church Tours: Call Donna at 815-695-5937

Plano Bible Church 1111 West South St., Plano Pastor: Ed Schoenberger Church office phone: 630-552-8877 www.planobiblechurch.org Sunday 9 a.m. Christian Education Hour for all ages 10:15 a.m. Morning Worship Service; Nursery available 7 p.m. High School Youth Group Wednesday 6:15-8:15 p.m. AWANA for age 3 through 6th grade 6:30-8 p.m. FYSH Youth Group 7th through 12th grade Jacob’s Well 222 Mitchell Drive, Plano Services at NCG Cinema 1505 N. Bridge St., Yorkville www.welcometothewell.com 630-695-1444 Sunday 9 a.m. Worship Adult: Contemporary Worship & relevant Bible teaching Children: SPLASH! Jr: Age 3-5 SPLASH! Kindergarten through 4th grade SPLASH! BABY: Staffed Nursery Throughout the week: VAPOR: Teens, high school and post high school meet evenings weekly. LIFEGroup: Casual adult gatherings throughout the week. Emmanuel Church 701 Lions Rd., Sandwich Pastor Joe MacDonald 815-786-2400 www.emmanuelchurchsandwich.com Sunday, 10:45 a.m. Worship

Vineyard Aurora Church Contemporary Church 505 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora Pastor Robby Dawkins 630-896-5196 www.vineyardfoxvalley.org www.sentbyravensvcf.com Sunday, 9 & 10:45 a.m. Services

River’s Edge Fellowship Meeting at Oswego. Civic Ctr. 5 Ashlawn Ave, Boulder Hill Sunday, 9:30 a.m. Worship Service For information, call F. Johnson 630-546-9859

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Message of the Cross Church 101 S. Ottawa Rd., Newark 630-768-3550 MOTCC@gmail.com Brian L. Haney Sunday, 10 a.m. & 7 p.m. Worship Tuesday, 11 a.m. Ladies Bible Study Wednesday, 7 p.m. Worship Service

Worldwide Deliverance Ministries, Inc. meeting at Lakewood Springs North Clubhouse, Plano Pastor Michael King Sunday 9-10 a.m. Sunday School 10:30-Noon Worship Service Wednesday 6:30-8 p.m. Bible Study

West Lisbon Church 14381 Joliet Road, Newark 815-736-6331 www.westlisbon.com office@westlisbon.com Pastor Rex J. Howe Sunday 9 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service Nursery: Infants - 3 years Children’s Church: 3 years - 3rd grade Wednesday 6 p.m. Awana 6-7:30 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group 7:15-8:45 p.m. High School Youth Group

The Original Temple of God Church 626 N. Root St., Aurora, IL 60505 630-892-3757 • Fax: 630-896-9608 Bishop Jettie Taylor, Pastor Friday 10 a.m. Prayer-Bible Study Sunday 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:45 a.m. Worship Tuesday 6:30 p.m. Bible Study Come worship with us. All are welcome.

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Southwest Community Church at Jones Elementary School 800 Barberry Way, Joliet 815-725-3782 www.southwestonline.org Sunday, 9:30 & 10:45 a.m. Worship

Abundant Life Family Church 4000 Westbrook Drive, Aurora (1 minute from Fox Valley Mall) AbundantLifeFoxValley.org 630-851-LIFE (5433) Sunday, 10 a.m. Worship

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The Oswego Senior Center offers many opportunities for area seniors to keep busy and to meet new friends. Some group activities available include ceramics, woodshop, wood carvers, a knitting and crocheting group, and crafts. The ceramics group meets from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays and from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Thursdays. Ceramics classes will mold, fire, paint and glaze pieces on site with a large selection to choose from. The woodshop group meets from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, and the Oswego Area Karvers (wood carving) meet from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays. The knitting and crocheting group (The Needle Bee) meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays. A monthly craft will be offered at 11 a.m. July 22 by Claudeen Saxon of the Tiller’s. The craft is free with all supplies provided. RSVP at 630-554-5602 by July 21.

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The Oswego Senior Center Senior Singers meet each Friday at 11 a.m. at 156 E. Senior Center garage Washington St. in Oswego. All sale begins July 10 The Oswego Senior Center is are welcome to come and join having its annual garage sale the group. The Senior Singers entertain during two weekends, July various community groups 10-12 and July 17-19, at 1023 Station Drive in Oswego (Os- throughout the year. For more information, wego Junction at Mill Street and Orchard Road across from contact the Senior Center at 630-554-5602 or visit www. the Park and Ride). Hours of the sale are 9 a.m. oswegoseniorcenter.org. to 4 p.m. Fridays and SaturOswego Senior Center days and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. seeks volunteers Sundays. The Oswego Senior Center The group is collecting donations of salable merchan- is seeking kitchen, garden, garage sale and language dise now through July 9 at 1023 Station Drive in Oswego. volunteers. Kitchen volunteers help set Tax deduction forms will be up, serve and clean up lunchavailable. For information or to receive a drop-off schedule, es on Mondays and Thursdays call Chuck or Bob at 630-554- and/or for special events. Contact Billie Mateer-Small at 5602. 630-554-5602 to volunteer in the kitchen. Senior Services Contact Phil at 630-554plans lunch trips Each month, Senior Services 5602 for opportunities to help with the garden, and Chuck or offers a lunch trip to an area restaurant followed by a small Bob to volunteer as a driver to pick up garage sale donations. shopping excursion on the If you speak and read a way home. foreign language and want to On July 16, the bus will teach others, contact Sandy depart Beecher Center in or Sharon at 630-554-5602. Yorkville at 10:29 a.m. to go – Shaw Media to White Chocolate Grill in Na-

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Trinity Church United Methodist gave a special send-off recently to their youth team traveling to Perry County, Kentucky, on a mission trip. The youth will be assigned projects to help the community and some individual families. To pay for their trip expenses, the youth have had several fundraising efforts. Trinity Church is located in Yorkville at the corner of Route 47 and Cannonball Trail. Pictured are the mission trip participants, Eric Bauer, Abbi Eident, Paul Eident, PJ Eident, Clay Hougham, Debbie Lueck, Elizabeth Lueck, Ryan Lueck, Judy Vant and Tessa Wulffen.

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Oswego Senior Center’s aging body series will continue from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 15. A 30-minute topic presentation will cover skin diseases, symptoms and treatments. The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer period. Lunch will be provided by Hillside Rehab and Care. To RSVP, call 630-554-5602 by July 13.

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COURT CASES • Four people are scheduled to appear in court in connection with an incident on June 12 on Larkspur Lane in Bristol Township. According to court documents, the suspects entered a home carrying guns and threatened the occupant. • Zachary R. Barthel, 26, of Treasure Drive, Oswego, was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, home invasion and

residential burglary. He was to appear in court July 1. Bond was set at $350,000. • Kathryn P. Fyfe, 25, of Galena Boulevard, Aurora, was charged with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, home invasion and residential burglary and is scheduled to appear in court July 8. Bond was set at $350,000. • Thomas J. Gallagher, 20, whose address was listed as homeless, was charged

with aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, home invasion and residential burglary. He was scheduled to appear in court July 1. Bond was set at $350,000. • Cory J. Gorges, 20, of West Main Street, Yorkville, was charged with residential burglary, home invasion and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon and was scheduled to appear in court June 30. Bond was set at $500,000.

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EVENTS The Plano American Legion, 510 Dearborn St. in Plano, will host “The Talk of the Town Swing Band” on July 5. You are invited to come out and dance, watch or just enjoy the music as they play swing, jazz, Latin and popular big-band tunes. The performance is from 4 to 6 p.m. Admission is $5 and a cash bar is available. ••• High school seniors have been participating in commencement exercises in Oswego since the very first class graduated from Oswego High School in 1887. This year, friends and relatives of seniors in the Oswego School District’s two high schools will congratulate the members of the Class of 2015, and to mark that achievement, the Little White School Museum is offering visitors a special temporary exhibit, “Celebrating the ‘5s.’” The museum is at 72 Polk St. (Jackson at Polk) in Oswego. This year’s special exhibit was created by museum manager Tina Heidrich and features memorabilia from school years ending in 5, from the graduation announcement of the OHS Class of 1905 to the Oswego High School yearbooks from 1945, 1955 and 1965, plus the first yearbook for Oswego East High School issued in 2005. Included, among other rarely seen items from the museum’s collections, are class photos, photos of OHS sports teams of days gone by and more. Regular museum hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission to the museum is free, but donations are always gratefully accepted. For more information about the special exhibit, call the museum at 630-554-2999 during regular hours, e-mail info@littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org or check the museum web site at www. littlewhiteschoolmuseum.org. ••• Kick off your weekend early every third Thursday, 6 to 10 p.m., at the Adler Planetarium’s Adler After Dark. Enjoy cocktails and appetizers against the award-winning view of the Chicago skyline seen only from the Adler. Amble around the Adler’s exhibitions or take in a sky or space show. See Saturn’s rings or Jupiter’s great red spot with your own eyes using the Adler’s telescopes. Peek through the Doane Observatory telescope, the largest telescope in the Midwest, accessible to the public or play around with After Hours Science activities and demonstrations. Each month, Adler After Dark reinvents itself with a new and exciting theme, so there is something new to discover and experience. Great for groups and makes for a very original first date, Adler After Dark has something for everyone. Advanced tickets purchased online are $12 for nonmembers and $9 for members and students (with valid school IDs). Advance tickets go on sale at 9 a.m. the first of each month. Doane tours can only be reserved when you purchase advance tickets; tour tickets are available in limited quantity; tour reservations will not be available with on-site sales. Tickets bought at the box office the night of the event are

$17 for nonmembers and $12 for members and students (with valid school IDs). All guests must be 21 and older. A cash bar and full cafe menu are available. For more information, visit adlerplanetarium.org/experience/ events/afterdark.

Kids and family stuff…

Children ages 8 to 15 will have a chance to discover what life was like in the 1840s at Garfield Farm during two three-day camps this summer. The first session runs from July 7 to 9 and the second session runs from July 14 to 16. Both sessions start at 9 a.m. and end at noon. The cost is $75 per session. Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the museum at 630-584-8485 or info@ garfieldfarm.org. In the mid1800s, most Americans lived on farms and everyone was needed to help with the daily chores and farm operations. Children were considered a valuable source of labor and would be expected to help out whenever needed. Farming was hard work and families had to make do without many of the simple things that we take for granted today, such as electricity and running water. This year for avid readers, they can experience firsthand some of the daily life activities that are highlighted in the newly published book, “Angie of Garfield Farm.” This fictional account of Angeline Garfield, who was 9 years old in 1847 and lived on the farm, details what daily life looked like in the period with the real setting of the farm. The camp experience can be an extension of the reader’s book experience. During the camps, children will experience farm life through guided tours of the museum’s historic barns and 1846 brick inn. They will begin each day by helping to feed the museum’s farm animals. These include rare heritage breeds of chickens, turkeys, geese, sheep, hogs and oxen. The children also will take part in hands-on activities and witness demonstrations of everyday activities from the mid19th century. Possible demonstrations include blacksmithing, butter churning, candle dipping, carding wool, contra dancing, cooking demonstrations, corn shelling, cutting hay, flailing wheat, vegetable gardening, gathering eggs, old-fashioned games, ox driving, scrubbing laundry, shelling beans and spinning wool. Garfield Farm Museum is a 375-acre, historically intact former 1840s prairie farmstead and teamster inn that volunteers and donors are preserving as an 1840s living history museum. The museum is located 5 miles west of Geneva, off Route 38 on Garfield Road. Guided tours are given from 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday and Sunday afternoons June through September; all other times by appointment.

Special events …

Outdoor summer entertainment venue Music by the Lake, presented by George Williams College of Aurora University, announced its 15th annual season presenting six artist debuts and a range of musical genres and shows, including American classics, jazz, contemporary

rock, comedy for families, pop and classic rock. The season, which includes weekend events through Aug. 8, features performances for all generations to enjoy. Support the festival at the friend level or above and receive early access to tickets. Visit musicbythelake.com/ support. Patrons can purchase their tickets at musicbythelake. com or by calling the Music by the Lake ticket office at 262245-8501. Music by the Lake does not charge a service fee on ticket orders. ••• There will be explosions at First Fridays on July 3 in downtown Aurora. Along with free live music and several art openings, patrons can look up to the sky for the city’s fireworks display along the river. Live outdoor concerts at Millennium Plaza on Stolp Avenue feature music from Melissa Olson and Max Benson starting at 6 p.m. In July, the following venues are open for First Fridays: The Künstlerhaus, 114 S. River St., features The Sculpture and Sustainability Show with work by Soterios Gardiakos, Gary Brown, and Martin Soto. 6 p.m. to midnight. Soto also announces the opening of Fotohof Fine Art Photography Studios and Gallery, 201 N. Lake St. Suite 206, featuring photographers Maritza Partida, Zaida Rodriguez, and Jason Delancey. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Emergent, a pop-up gallery at 14 W. Downer Place, Suite 16, shows the works of several guest artists from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fresh Tee Boutique, 8 N. Broadway, is open with fun fashions, sneakers and art. 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. If These Walls Could Talk, 32 S. Stolp Ave., displays the exciting work of Greg Zanis that expresses sci-fi fantasy narrative, underground railroad systems and more. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Culture Stock, 43 E. Galena Blvd., hosts open mic and previews On the Wall, their outdoor hip-hop festival from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. New Hites Studios and Gallery is open for browsing upstairs at 14 W. Downer Place. Visit the studios of artists Martín Soto, Kit Sunderland, Toty Pix and others from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. YM Boutique, 5 W. Downer Place, and Fox Valley Homebrew, 14 W. Downer Place, are open late. Mission Possible, 61 - 63 S. Broadway, is open from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. featuring the art of Molly Haupt, as well as music by husband and wife duo The McMakens and singer-songwriter Johannah Swank starting at 7 p.m. River’s Edge Cafe, 14 W. Downer Place, is open until 7 p.m. with “Red, White, and BBQ,” a dinner special for $7.50. Rocktown Adventures, 107 Spruce St., offers free paddle rides in the Fox River. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Free trolley service runs throughout downtown from 7 to 10 p.m. The city’s fireworks show starts at approximately 9:30 p.m. A trolley stops at New York Street and Broadway for service to RiverEdge Park. First Fridays in Downtown Aurora invite the community to enjoy art, music, food, theater

and more on the first Friday of the month. All events are free and art is for sale. For more information, a list of First Fridays specials at participating businesses, and for a map of venues, visit www.auroradowntown.com.

Shows, expos…

Illinois Farm Bureau members, staff and agriculture industry professionals are invited to attend the 2015 Illinois Farm Bureau Commodities Conference, titled “Farming: The Next Hundred Years.” The conference, scheduled for July 29, will be hosted at the Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. This year’s conference will feature two general sessions and multiple breakouts that focus on farmland prices, the economic impact of agriculture, markets, weather, farm legacies, cover crops, precision farming and consumer trends. Those wishing to attend the conference may preregister online through July 20 at ilfb. org/commoditiesconference or by contacting their local county farm bureau. Registration is $35 per person and includes lunch. Registration the day of the event will begin at 7:30 a.m. at the Marriott. In addition to the conference, Illinois Farm Bureau will host a farmer-consumer dialogue reception from 6 to 8 p.m. July 28 at the Marriott. The reception will include an international buffet and moderated discussion between farmers, consumers and area civic leaders about food, farming and families. For more information or questions about the conference, visit ilfb. org/commoditiesconference or contact Nicole Moore at nmoore@ilfb.org. ••• What does the word “Viking” bring to mind? Ruthless warriors and merciless invaders? Or prosperous farmers, enterprising merchants and caring families? “Vikings,” the latest exhibition at The Field Museum, explores the truth behind Scandinavia’s ancient – and infamous – seafaring raiders. The exhibit runs through Oct. 4. The Field Museum’s presentation of “Vikings” is the only U.S. stop on an international tour. The exhibition transports visitors to the Viking age (8th through 11th centuries) brought to light through modern archaeological discoveries. Nearly 500 ancient artifacts – many never before seen outside of Scandinavia –reveal new insights into the legendary people characterized as heartless marauders. A highlight of the exhibition is the Krampmacken, a replica Viking ship from Sweden based on historical and archaeological sources. Though there is a Viking helmet replica in the exhibition, visitors won’t find any horned helmets on display. In fact, no Viking helmet has ever been discovered with horns; this image emerged in the 19th century, popularized by authors and artists who romanticized Norse culture. Another myth is that the Vikings called themselves “Vikings.” Generally, the people of early Scandinavia named themselves after the farm, village or region in which they

lived. The word Viking derives from Old Norse, and meant a trade ship or a raid. Tickets to “Vikings” are included in both Discovery and All Access passes to the museum. Visit fieldmuseum.org for prices and to purchase tickets. Special rates are available for tour operators and groups of 10 or more. Call the group sales office toll free at 888-343-5385. The Field Museum is at 1400 S. Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, and is open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Call 312-922-9410 for more information.

Auditions, invitations …

The Oswegoland Park District’s Country Market is now open. This successful market will be hosted on Main Street in downtown Oswego. Anyone interested in participating as a vendor can visit oswegolandpd. org to download the guidelines and application. Return completed applications with proof of insurance and payment to Oswegoland Park District’s Prairie Point facility, 313 E. Washington St. For more information, contact Christine Hartnett at chartnett@oswegolandpd.org or 630-554-4433. Every Sunday, June through September, shop this fresh-air market for locally grown produce, a variety of specialty food items, as well as handmade items from local artisans. Selected crafters and artists will offer their wares, and volunteers from community groups will be on hand to promote their organizations.

Plays, films, musicals

Tickets are now on sale for the upcoming musical production of “Snoopy,” to be performed at 7 p.m. July 17 and 18, as well as 2 p.m. July 19. Based on the comic strip “Peanuts” by Charles M. Schulz, “Snoopy” puts the spotlight exactly where the talented, heroic and brilliant beagle believes it should be – on him! This musical sequel to “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” delights audiences with heartwarming family fun. Tickets for “Snoopy” are $12 for children and $14 for adults. They are on sale now at indianvalleytheatre. com. They also can be purchased one hour before each performance at the Sandwich Opera House box office. Every performance will be followed by an autograph session with the cast. Bring your camera and get a picture with Snoopy and Woodstock or any of your favorite cast members. All performances will serve as a fundraiser for the Sandwich Opera House, funding renovations for this historic theatre.

Concerts, comedies

Bring a blanket, picnic basket and your favorite craft beer or bottle of wine while enjoying an evening of great music by Libido Funk Circus at Blackberry Farm, 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, from 7 to 9 p.m. July 16. This concert is for ages 21 and older only. Tickets are sold at the door for $5. Sons of the Never Wrong will be performing at 8 p.m. July 18 at Fermilab’s Ramsey Theatre. Tickets are $18 or $9 for ages 18 and younger. Sons of the Never Wrong are as good as it gets when it comes to skewing the

notion of three-part harmony within original, whimsical songs that spring from both a folk tradition and some other melodic planet you might never have visited. This concert is presented in harmony with the exhibit of Chicago Printmakers in the Fermilab Art Gallery. Before the concert, an Artists’ Opening Reception will take place starting at 5 p.m. July 18.

Arts, crafts, fairs …

Decorate a shoebox as a float for the Chapel on the Green’s Fourth of July “Shoebox Float Parade” The parade will be on display from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 4 at the Chapel in Yorkville. Floats will not need wheels or a tow vehicle, just the decorated box simulating a hayrack or flatbed trailer. Floats may be the work of an individual or a club, group or organization. They will be displayed in age categories of youth to age 18 and adults ages 19 and older. There is no entry fee, just an opportunity to have fun, be creative and celebrate the Fourth of July indoors. No need to worry about the weather damaging your float. Shoebox floats may be brought to the chapel from 4 to 6 p.m. July 2 or from 9 a.m. to noon July 3. Floats will be released between 2 and 3 p.m. July 4. The chapel is across from the Town Square in Yorkville. For more information, call Bev Popp at 630-882-9977 or mail your entry information to Popp at 185 Garden Circle, Yorkville. Participants will need to give their name, age category, home address and telephone number for entry in the parade lineup. ••• Sheridan Community Club hosts a craft/farmers markets at two local locations from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays on Si Johnson Avenue in Sheridan and at the Rides Unlimited Parking lot, 908 E. Route 71 in Newark, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays. Sheridan Community Club is a nonprofit club and the vendors fees are used for community events and activities such as the Fourth of July. For questions or if you are interested in a spot, call Madonna 815 579 2489.

Have an item you, your club, school or organization wants to publicize in our events column? To assure your item is published in a timely manner, make sure it is received by the Friday before the week you wish it printed. Items from Kendall County nonprofit groups always receive first priority. Send all submissions to Events Editor, 222 S. Bridge St. P.O. Box J. Yorkville, Ill. 60560 or e-mail them to the A&E Editor in care of arts@kendallcountyrecord. com. For more information, call 630-553-7034.

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HEALTH&FITNESS HEALTH TIPS Strategies to boost weight loss

The rules of weight loss are constantly changing, and while eating less and exercising more sounds like a simple formula, finding the right tactic isn’t always as easy as it seems. Here are several strategies to help drive your weight loss goals. • Give the scale a break. A scale doesn’t come close to measuring the significant changes happening in your body during weight loss. Instead of focusing on a number each day, notice changes in how your clothes are feeling, and how you feel and move overall. • Let your closet be a source of motivation. New clothes are exciting and you usually want to wear them right away. But if you can’t, allow that wardrobe to fuel the power of your weight loss goals. And if you have favorite outfits that are a size or two bigger than they should be, consider donating them to nudge yourself in the right direction. • Take it one hour at a time. Breaking weight loss down into smaller increments can make it more manageable. Start by having one “healthy hour.” Take the stairs, take a lap around the office at work, or ask for a salad instead of fries with your meal at lunch.

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Smart tips for using insect spray

When using bug spray this summer, there are several things the FDA urges parents to keep in mind. First, products containing DEET should not be used on children ages 2 months and younger, and products containing oil of lemon eucalyptus should not be used on children younger than 3. Also, do not allow young children to handle bug sprays, and make sure to wash your child’s skin and clothing to remove residue once you return indoors.

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Brain health can be preserved

A recent report on brain health issued by the National Academy of Sciences’ Institute of Medicine shows that cognitive decline is not inevitable as we age. A number of things can help you preserve your brain health: aerobic exercise, staying socially active, maintaining a healthy diet and keeping your heart healthy, according to the AARP.

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REASONS TO DO

PILATES By ANNA DICKENS Spry Living

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rom Madonna to Reese Witherspoon to Kate Hudson, celebrities consistently credit Pilates as the reason for their toned physiques. It’s no wonder why Pilates tops the list as Hollywood’s workout of choice: This century-old workout boasts a number of enticing health benefits, from tightening the core to elongating the spine to improving posture. Here we reveal six compelling reasons to add Pilates to your workout rotation:

1. It gives you killer core strength

More than any other workout, Pilates deeply targets the core, aka the “powerhouse” in Pilates speak – the group of muscles including the abdominal muscles, pelvis, buttocks and lower back. A strong, stabilized core is fundamental to everything from flexibility to balance to strength, so most Pilates classes feature plenty of ab-burning exercises to challenge and strengthen those hard-to-reach muscles of the core.

couraged to tune into your breath, to focus on your posture, and to make precise, graceful movements. These teachings can translate from your mat into everyday life, making you more conscious of everything from what you’re putting in your body to how to harness the power of the breath.

5. It prevents injuries

Can’t touch your toes? Might want to add some Pilates to your workout mix. Although we typically think of yoga as the ultimate stretching workout, Pilates is just as effective for enhancing flexibility. According to a 2011 study, four weeks of Pilates training significantly increased flexibility in up to 85 percent of test subjects. You’ll notice better flexibility in your back, hip and hamstrings, especially.

Pilates has long been touted for its injury-healing properties. Developed by Joseph Pilates in the 1920s, Pilates was originally used to rehabilitate injured soldiers following World War I, and these principles have persisted well into the twenty-first century. Because it’s low-impact and gentle on the joints, Pilates is suitable for individuals from a broad range of ages and fitness levels. In studies, Pilates was found to be therapeutic to both injured dancers and elderly people, due to its ability to increase dynamic movement and improve flexibility and balance

3. It builds a stronger spine

6. It improves your posture

2. It increases flexibility

If you’re concerned about spinal health, listen up. Practicing Pilates can both alleviate and prevent back pain, research shows. A 2014 study discovered a significant link between Pilates exercises and increased spinal alignment in 24 females. Because of its emphasis on maintaining a “neutral spine” and conditioning the muscles of the core and back, Pilates can promote better spinal health.

4. It cultivates greater body awareness

Although it helps sculpt super-sexy muscles, Pilates isn’t all physical – it also helps to cultivates a greater bodymind connection. In every Pilates class, you’ll be en-

Always slouched over a computer screen? Plagued by chronic neck or back pain? Pilates can help with that. Typically, poor posture is the result of asymmetrical muscle development, meaning some muscles are weaker than others. By strengthening these underdeveloped muscles, Pilates can banish bad posture and even make you appear taller. Another perk? When you sit up straighter, you’ll not only look more confident – you’ll also ward off chronic pain and have more energy.

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HOME & GARDEN TIPS

Family Features

Expert kitchen remodel advice

When remodeling your kitchen, it can be tricky to know where to start. Certified Kitchen Designer MaryJo Camp has been there, in more ways than one. As a designer certified by the National Kitchen and Bath Association, Camp has designed thousands of kitchens in her 35-year career, including her own. With a newfound personal understanding of remodeling challenges, Camp has pulled together her top tips for a successful kitchen revamp. Require contractor references: As you start to look for kitchen designers and contractors, ask for references from their last few jobs and call those references to ask about the experience. Ask specific questions: How did they leave the jobsite? Are they loud? Did they show up too early? Traditional vs. contemporary: You may find yourself gravitating toward a kitchen style that will look foreign in your current house. By adding unexpected elements, you can incorporate more contemporary finishes in a traditional space, or vice versa, without completely disconnecting from the house style. Look for brands like Neolith (neolith.com) that offer a multitude of style options for the larger surface areas of your kitchen. A little space can add a lot: When working with a smaller kitchen, resist the urge to put cabinets everywhere. Less-common design options, like running cabinets along only one wall, selecting mid-high cabinets, or implementing an art wall, can do wonders to break up the space.

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Upgrades boost home’s value

Looking to make some home improvements to maximize your return on investment when you’re ready to sell? According to the 2014 Remodeling Cost vs. Value report released earlier this year by Remodeling and Realtor magazines, kitchen remodels, additions and curb appeal-boosting exterior projects offer the best bang for your buck.

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Stow your duvet or air humidifier away until next winter arrives.

By LAURA FIRSZT Networx

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et’s have a round of applause for the humble household shelf. The purpose of this handy bit of carpentry may seem deceptively simple: a place to put stuff. However, that description doesn’t do your shelving full justice. Let’s add the facts that installing a few shelves is a great, fast and affordable storage solution that can double as an appealing upgrade to your interior decor. Here are some interesting ways to use shelving in your home.

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Provide additional window-side spots for your houseplants when you don’t have enough space on your sills. Position shelving so that sun lovers like cheerful geraniums or easy-care succulents will be able to soak up more of the light they love.

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Transform any convenient corner (in your underused dining room or guest room, perhaps?) into a part time home office with a sturdy fold-down shelf. Voila! You’ll have an instant surface for writing and laptop use which can be tidily stashed away when it’s no longer needed.

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Squeeze extra storage into a bathroom or laundry by hanging space-efficient floating shelves. A custom-built eyeglasses shelf next to the shower is another convenient touch.

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Display a prized collection on its own dedicated shelving. If you’re not a collector as such, try unifying an apparently random group of objects. Find a common theme they share (for example, wooden items) or arrange them into a charming vignette.

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Encourage your kids to declutter. Learning to put toys and books away neatly in the appropriate drawer may be too challenging for young children, while dumping everything into a hold-all toy box only tends to create more mess. A simple system of shelves is, like Baby Bear’s porridge, just right.

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. Show off your stock of amazing homemade pickles and preserves. If you’ve gone to all the work of home canning, why not flaunt the gorgeous results? After all, mason jars are always in fashion.

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. Make practical use of the dead space over a door frame. It’s the perfect place to hang a shelf for storage of out-of-season or bulky items.

House your junk. Every home has its own assortment of odds and ends that need to be kept close at hand – small tools, light bulbs, rolls of tape, or what have you. Keep miscellaneous whatchamacallits neat by tucking them away in clearly labeled, attractive baskets or small boxes and arranging them on their own special shelves.

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Install a command central shelving system in your front entrance or mud room. Make sure there’s a place for everything, and keep everything in its place. Subdivide into cubbies and compartments to stow phones, charging cords, and the like. Don’t forget to tack on a chalkboard for important family messages.

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Fake the effect of a window to brighten up your surroundings. In an overly dim room, install a shelving unit that’s been painted a sunny yellow or a sky blue. Arrange a few pretty rocks or pinecones on it to bring a touch of nature into a closed indoor space.

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Use shelves to store your … wait for it … books. If you still love to read real paper-and-ink editions, make your hardbound volumes and paperbacks a focal point in your home.

Laura Firszt writes for networx.com.

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FOOD FOOD TIPS Smart snacking requires planning

When done in moderation with nutritious options, snacking can help you maintain energy throughout the day and ensure your body gets the calories and nutrients it needs. To nosh the sensible way, follow these simple tips. Plan ahead. Prior planning ensures decent choices are at your fingertips and helps you avoid the temptation of purchasing junk food. Before taking a trip to the local market, create a list packed with fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Mix it up. Now more than ever, Americans are incorporating smoothies into their diets. These satiating snacks allow us to consume healthy selections, such as citrus fruits, berries, leafy greens, almonds, chia seeds and flaxseed-all in one delicious drink. Go nuts. Foods such as nuts and seeds are high in protein, so opt for a handful of raw almonds, pumpkin seeds or a seed and nut mix to keep you full between meals. Nut butters provide a sweet and salty fix and are another great way to add a dose of protein and healthy fat. Satisfy your hunger. Eating well doesn’t have to be a time-consuming chore. Choose items that are packed with fiber, protein or slow-digesting carbs to help you stay satisfied longer. Hardboiled eggs, air-popped popcorn and oatmeal are great options.

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Simple summer dessert

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EASY RECIPE Almond Butter n 4 cups unsalted roasted almonds n 1/4 cup canola oil Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid. Select Variable 1. Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to high. Use the tamper to press the ingredients into the blades. In a minute, you will hear a high-pitched chugging sound. Once the butter begins to flow freely through the blades, the motor sound will change and become low and laboring. Stop machine. Store in an airtight container. It can also be frozen for longer storage.

– Brandpoint

Relish Magazine

By THE EDITORS OF RELISH MAGAZINE

Desserts don’t have to be complicated to be good. Here, a simple combination of cut-up cantaloupe and whole blackberries in orange juice makes a fine ending to a meal. The orange juice-marmalade sauce works as just as well with honeydew and raspberries or bananas and blueberries, so when you’re shopping for fruit, keep an open mind and buy what’s best at the market, not what’s on your list. For an easy variation, serve the fruit over ice cream or frozen yogurt. Ambrosia refers to the coconut topping. It can be replaced with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or granola, but then it wouldn’t be ambrosia.

Cantaloupe and Blackberry Ambrosia n 3 cups cantaloupe, cut into bite-size chunks n 1 cup blackberries n 1/2 cup orange juice n 3 tablespoons orange marmalade n 4 teaspoons sweetened flaked coconut

In a large bowl combine cantaloupe and berries. In another bowl stir orange juice and marmalade. Pour over fruit and mix gently. Spoon fruit into individual serving dishes and sprinkle with coconut. Serves 4. – Recipe by Jean Kressy. Photo by Teresa Blackburn.