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Farnham: What do you think a superintendent’s role is?

Orzel: Superintendents should be visible at community events, where parents are, where our kids are, athletic events. … I also think a superintendent has to be approachable and needs to be in the schools. It’s very difficult to make decisions about schools if you’re not there and seeing the work that’s happening in our classrooms. … The other piece of approachability is communication. That’s one of our goals, the board and I moving forward – that we

you’ll see me at each of the buildings, especially when kids are arriving. I’ll be Erica Benson - ebenson@shawmedia.com Lemont District 113A Superintendent Courtney Orzel discusses Wednesday her role for the new school year outside, waving to parents, talking to kids, seeing our with Suburban Life Reporter Dan Farnham. staff. There’s nothing better than the first day of school. district, and, if so, how do you do have open, honest, transparWe have an automated phone It’s a fresh start, a new start that? ent communication. system here. One of the things every single year. … I’m Orzel: Well certainly, I know that I’d like to do is that you excited about that. It can’t get the history of the district. But Farnham: What do you feel like call into that one line, but here soon enough.

I feel like this is an opportuthe superintendent’s relationship then, once you hit where nity for me and for the board with the board of education should you’d like to go, that someone Farnham: Will you find ways to to work together to provide be? answers during school hours. be out in the community here? stability for our community.

Orzel: For me, I believe it’s … I think two of our schools Orzel: You’ll find that you’ll … I want the staff to have that a partnership. It’s my job to have Facebook pages. I’d like see my husband, my children confidence. I want the commukeep them informed. It’s my to see a district page that and I at most, if not all, of the job to answer their questions. nity to have that confidence. we’re putting out information community events in Lemont. … I think that longevity is an I’m their employee, and I feel about things that are happenI think that I spend a large important thing, and stability a great responsibility to the ing. There’s incredible things majority of my time here, so I is, too. board. happening with our schools, want my kids and my family and we want to be able to to be a part of this family. And Farnham: As you evaluate the Farnham: The last superintenhighlight that.

I view a school district as a district, are there areas you feel you dent left after a little more than a family. So it’s important to me could have an immediate impact on? year on the job and the one before Farnham: What do you look that my family is infused into Orzel: I think that there amid controversy. Do you feel like forward to doing on that first day of that. Even though we don’t needs to be a personal touch to school? you need to restore that sense of necessarily reside in Lemont, what we do in our schools. … trust with the community and the Orzel: On the first day, we’ll feel like we live here, too.

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Farnham: What have you learned about the district and Lemont in your time on the job?

Orzel: There’s great people here. It’s a great community. … I think that there’s an active, caring community here. … I think another thing is that people are excited for new leadership. I think they’re excited for stability within the district.

Courtney Orzel has worked 15 years in education, becoming the superintendent of Forest Ridge School District 142 last July after serving as a principal in the district at Jack Hille Middle School for seven years.

She has also served as an assistant principal at Gower Middle School in Burr Ridge and worked as an English teacher at York High School in Elmhurst and Hauser Junior High School in Riverside.

Orzel lives in Frankfort with her husband, Jeff, and her two children, Nolan, 5, and Elle, 5 months.

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LEMONT – Though she lives in Frankfort, new Lemont School District 113A superintendent Courtney Orzel said she and her family will be ever present in the Lemont community.

Orzel, who started in her new position at the beginning of July, is putting an emphasis on communication and openness, which includes being visible outside of the school.

Orzel took time for a oneon-one interview with the Lemont Suburban Life on Wednesday morning.

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LEMONT – The Lemont Village Board directed the village to seek out a government development/public finance consultant to help with commercial development in the Gateway Tax Increment Finance District during the Monday board meeting.

Since the TIF was formed in 2009, the village has purchased property around Route 83 and Main Street that it deemed underutilized and in need of redevelopment.

“It’s an entryway into our community,” Trustee Paul Chialdikas said. “Beautification of that is important to us. It’s also in a high traffic area.”

The village has attended retail real estate conventions and had informal discussions with construction and development companies.

Chialdikas said the biggest

Know more The Gateway TIF District is 156 acres of property between the I&M Canal and Archer Avenue that includes an industrial district west of Route 83. obstacle had been the village purchasing all of the commercial property, which it has since done.

Now that the village has control over the property, it can start having serious discussions with developers on what can be built there, he said.

A government development/public finance consultant will help the village determine all the potential commercial uses for the land, such as retail, office buildings and hospitality.

According to the meeting agenda, the initial estimate on the cost would be between

$100,000 and $200,000.

Planning and Economic Development Director Charity Jones said this kind of consultant is more expensive than some of the other options, such as hiring a consultant specializing in retail space or doing all the work in-house.

But a government development consultant gives a broader analysis of land uses and could be cheaper than if the village hired a broker.

Chialdikas said a government development consultant is the most neutral organization they can work with.

“They evaluate the space,” he said. “They evaluate the community so we don’t cannibalize other businesses. A lot of other firms, they just go out there and market the space and they expect the developer to come up with the idea.”

Once the village staff makes a choice on the consultant, the village board will need to vote to approve the contract.

Lemont musicians star at benefit concert

By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The Giving Back to Lemont Concert returns for a second year from 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday outside the Front Street Cantina, 319 Front St., Lemont.

Five musical acts will perform, with food and monetary donations accepted for the Lemont food pantries.

The performers, all of whom have local ties, are Ally Gawrys, Phive, Sara Van Hecke, The Threads and Gringo Starr.

Mark Oikle and John Quinn came up with the idea last year, and Terri O’Neill-Borders of the Hope and Friendship Foundation helped organize the event.

“It’s a good summer night for people to bring their family out,” Quinn said. “If they want to help out, they can do that, too.”

He said they were not sure last year whether they could get musicians to play for free at the event.

“We put the word out, and we got plenty of responses,” he said.

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630-257-2522, ext. 13, or terri-oneill@lemont township.org Oikle’s band, Phive, are the elder statesmen of the musicians, having played together for 30 years.

Member Ralph Johnson said the band does not perform as much as when they were younger, but they are happy to get together for a good cause.

“I’m looking forward to seeing the smiling faces out there and having a good time with everybody,” he said.

Sharing the stage with him will be several younger performers.

Gawrys is a Lemont High School senior, Van Hecke

graduated this spring and The Threads are made up of two current students and two graduates.

Van Hecke, who has performed twice recently at the House of Blues in Chicago, said she is excited to be able to play this concert.

“I would prefer to just do benefit concerts, honestly,” she said.

She said music will continue to be a passion of hers as she attends DePaul University this fall.

“I’m not studying music, but part of the reason I’m going to DePaul is so I can play in the city,” she said.

Quinn said the concert could not happen without the help of the Front Street Cantina.

“They pretty much give us their place,” he said. “They give us whatever we need.”

He said residents have also been good about getting the word out about the concert.

“They are all willing to help out,” he said. “That’s the great thing about town.”

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Library making case for $2.8M renovation

By DAN FARNHAM dfarnham@shawmedia.com LEMONT – The Lemont Public Library is considering placing a referendum question on the November ballot asking for $2.8 million in building bonds to pay for a renovation project.

The library board held a public meeting Tuesday to discuss the financing details and make their case for why the project is needed. A second, identical meeting will be at 7 p.m. Aug. 6.

The board presented a 15year amortization schedule at a projected interest rate of 3.6 percent.

The estimated annual debt service will be approximately $270,000, starting in 2015. The final payment of existing bonds will be in December 2015.

Because of low interest rates, taxes for debt service will decrease by approximately 30 percent as opposed to taxes required to pay off the current bonds.

The Lemont Public Library has a $2.8 million renovation plan that includes more quiet reading space and meeting rooms.

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“One of the things we wanted to be was very fiscally conservative and prudent. We didn’t want to come up with a number and suddenly unexpected things happen.”

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Percent of the property tax bills that will go toward the library, Lemont Public Library board president Vytenis Kirvelaitis said.

90 Library board president Vytenis Kirvelaitis said a bond measure is necessary for the project because the library’s annual budget is $1.3 million and it only has three months of operating preserves.

He said the $2.8 million budget includes contingency funds for unexpected costs.

“One of the things we wanted to be was very fiscally conservative and prudent,” he said. “We didn’t want to come up with a number and suddenly unexpected things happen.”

Library director Sandra Pointon said the library has also tried to be fiscally conser-

vative by repairing its current equipment for as long as possible. But with the building almost 20 years old, $500,000 of physical and mechanical updates will be needed during the next few years.

“We’ve kind of reached our limit with what we can do with the facility as it is,” she said.

The renovation project also would include a major redesign of the library space, which the board presented in a preliminary outline during an April 1 meeting.

It would involve building a new meeting room and training room to the east of the

front entrance.

The library would reorganize existing space to create an enclosed, quiet reading room, two more study rooms and a young adult section more separate from the children’s section.

The checkout desk would be moved to the front of the building, west of the entrance where the meeting room currently is.

Kirvelaitis said if a referendum passes, the library could issue bonds as early as February, start the project in the spring or summer and complete it in about a year.

Lemont resident Tom Culcasi said he would support a

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referendum but the library needs to venture out to the public to give all of the details on the project.

“This will be decided by people in Starbucks and McDonald’s – by people who have never been to a [library board] meeting,” he said.

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Orzel said in an email that the The supervisors will be teachers to watch students as board made the decision “in paid $9.35 an hour at a total part of their lunch break, but the interest of providing equi- cost of $15,708. that would cost around $30 an ty and continuity of services The district could pay hour. for our students, staff and families.”

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Battery Dominick Zmeico, 24, of 35 Stephen St., Lemont, was charged with domestic battery and resisting a peace officer after an incident at 11:45 p.m. July 20 in the 0-50 block of Stephen Street.

Property damage Jason Heron, 21, of 1001 State St., Lemont, was charged with criminal damage to property, resisting/obstructing a peace officer and possession of drug equipment after an incident at 9:03 a.m. July 16 in the 1000 block of State Street.

Disorderly conduct Gintautas Neverauskis, 44, of 13819 Spring Lane, Orland Park, was charged with disorderly conduct after an incident at 1 p.m. July 19 in the 1200 block of State Street.

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Marijuana possession • Clauding Dening, 36, of 901 E. First St., Lockport, was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia after an incident at 1 p.m. July 19 in the 1200 block of State Street.

• A juvenile was charged with possession of marijuana after an incident July 19 in the 1200 block of State Street.

License violations • Anthony Morales, 23, of 12325 W. Lady Bar Lane, Orland Park, was charged with driving while license suspended after a traffic stop at 7:05 a.m. July 15 in the 15900 block of New Avenue.

• Daphne Stanton, 34, of 306 Woodcreek Drive, Bolingbrook, was charged with driving while license suspended and no proof of valid insurance after a traffic stop at 10:30 p.m. July 17 at Illinois and Lemont streets.

• Sonia Beltran, 34, of 707 Second Ave., Joliet, was charged with no valid driver’s license and speeding after a traffic stop at 4:17 a.m. July 18 in the 200 block of State Street.

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Board vice president Al Malley said the surplus is LEMONT – The District high, but the board should 113A Board of Education ap- carefully consider whether to proved a tentative fiscal year use the money because the sur2015 budget during its Wednes- plus may decrease in future day meeting. years.

The budget projects $25.9 A public hearing on the million in expenditures and budget will take place during $28.1 million in revenue. Ex- the Sept. 17 board meeting. penditures are up by 5.1 percent, while revenues are In other news slightly down.

• The board postponed the Board president Cindy hiring of a new assistant suKelly said she would like the perintendent for River Valley board’s finance committee to School because it decided to see whether some of the $2.2 make it a full-time position inmillion surplus could be used stead of a part-time position. on projects the board has put The position is being creoff while it built up reserves. ated as part of the fifth-grade The district has 210 days move from Old Quarry Middle of reserve cash on hand, with School to River Valley. the state advising to have 90 Superintendent Courtney

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School theater venue a value to community Last weekend, hundreds of people attended Little Mountain Community Theatre’s debut production, “The Wizard of Oz.” The show was very entertaining and brought people together – including the actors, musicians, crew and the audience itself – from a variety of surrounding communities to Lemont High School’s Performing Arts Center. This 850-plus seat venue truly belongs to the community. Since opening in spring 2008, it has played host to a range of events, ranging from concerts to park district events to Lemont High School theater and music productions.

Lemont High School District 210 only was able to conCOMMUNITY struct this beautiful facility VOICE with the support of our local Mary community, which approved Ticknor a referendum in Spring 2006 to improve and expand our facilities for academics, athletics and the arts.

Through advance refunding, District 210’s administration and Board of Education soon will take steps to restructure the bonds that were used to build the Performing Arts Center and other facilities. This, coupled with additional actions in future years, will help ensure taxpayers contribute only what was initially expected of them when the referendum was approved in 2006.

With the district’s Equalized Assessed Valuation decreasing by approximately 25 percent over the last few years, its bond and interest tax rate has increased. Without the Board of Education’s restructuring efforts, the district’s Bond and Interest tax rate was projected to increase by 50 percent within the next 10 years.

To help make sure this restructuring had the most positive effect for taxpayers, the district plans to contribute a little more than $1 million that had accumulated over time in its Debt Service Fund. This contribution will reduce future tax levies by more than $1.4 million over the next 15 years, and also will limit the debt extension increase to approximately 2.2 percent annually. So how will this affect the “typical taxpayer?”

In 2006, the owner of a house valued at approximately $283,000 was predicted to contribute around $7,700 over the life of the bonds. After the Board of Education’s restructuring effort, that same taxpayer actually is expected to pay less than originally predicted – a little under $7,300 – over the life of the bonds, and the debt will be spread out over three additional years.

Hopefully the next time you visit campus – whether to attend a football game or take in a show at the Performing Arts Center – you can enjoy it a little more knowing that you likely will pay less than was originally anticipated for these state-ofthe-art facilities!

Mary Ticknor is superintendent for Lemont High School District 210.

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Courtney Orzel began her tenure July 1 as Lemont District 113A superintendent. She takes over after Susan Birkenmaier left the post abruptly after just a year.

In the early going, new District 113A Superintendent Courtney Orzel is saying all the right things. She sees the need for stability in the district’s leadership, and she has been convincing of her desire to be with the district long term after the last two superintendents left the district abruptly. While time will tell, her tenure thus far has been successful. Hopefully we can say the same in two years.

The Hope and Friendship Foundation of Lemont is collecting kid-friendly food for struggling families with children. Needed items include granola and snack bars, canned pasta meals, name brand cereals, Velveeta, salsa and paper products. Food pantry bins are located in Lemont at Starbucks, US Bank, Pawz & Klawz, Aurora Rose and the lobbies of Lemont Township and the Lemont Police Department.

STREET TALK Q: What is your favorite summer concert you have been to?

“Sunset Soiree in Lemont. Good music, good people.”

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“Riot Fest. I saw Blink 182 there.”

Joe Boyle, Lemont

“Loop Day in the Park in 1978.

Journey, Santana, Molly Hatchet …”

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Thanks to DG police for lemonade stand support Last week, my kids were doing a lemonade stand in the driveway. Unbeknownst to us, an off-duty Downers Grove police officer stopped by to get some.

When he left, he put it over the police scanner. Within a half hour, six squad cars had stopped by to get some and praise my boys (ages 5 and 7). This was such a cool move on their behalf. The boys were excited by the patronage to say the least. They thought they were the talk of the town. This move by members of the Downers Grove Police Department made an impression that will last a lifetime on them.

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OK, College of DuPage Board, it’s time to do what is best for the college, faculty, students and staff – fire [College of DuPage President Robert] Breuder! He should never work for any educational institution ever again! The first black eye was when he didn’t want to be governed by Glen Ellyn. [The] second [was] this email mess, and now offering to cut fees by $2 per credit hour – big deal!

Remove him and get someone who will restore integrity and morale, along with public trust.

Breuder must go.

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Responding to ‘Padded Teacher Pensions’ To the Downers Grove resident who talked about “padded teacher pensions.” You are misinformed. The state of Illinois decided that teachers should not pay into social security, but should give that money to the state. The state then would contribute to that fund just as employers contribute to your Social Security. That way, when teachers retire, they will have just what the general public has and the state would have some interest money to help the budget. The problem occurred when the state kept not contributing to the retirement fund because they needed to pay other bills.

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We speak, read and write English and only English in our household. Our national language is English. If you don’t know English, learn it, and don’t ask us to pay for it. I’m so sick of village voicemails and school notices that start in English [and] then are translated into a language few understand. I don’t want to pay to be annoyed. We speak English.

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The following Benet Academy graduates received department and service awards: • BRAD WEBB SCHOLAR / ATHLETE AWARD: Patrick Lawler of Lemont • ST. BENEDICT RELIGION AWARD: Caroline Beecher of Lemont • THERESA WIORA OUTSTANDING CHRISTIAN SERVICE AWARD: Natalie Boyle of Lemont

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DEAN’S LISTS University of Evansville, Loyola University Chicago, spring semester spring semester

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Creighton University, spring semester

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LEMONT: Rebecca Baker

LEMONT: Timothy Tuscher

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principals get nearly 20 percent across three years when the Continued from page 11 teachers will be lucky to get 7 percent? I guess this is a perinto the fund. Well, now, lots of fect example why the pension teachers are retiring and there’s systems in Illinois are broken. no money there. How is that the teachers’ fault?

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Northern Illinois University LEMONT: Kevin Bak, master of business administration Regina Dentzman, master of arts Robert Giazzon, master of science in education

that were never found, which Tired of ComEd outages led to the failed Iraq war, which I am a resident of Elmhurst. I led to thousands of U.S. soldier live on Madison Street and Stu- casualties and also cost the art. I am fed up with our electric country billions if not a trillion company ComEd. This is the dollars. This kind of scandal third time in one month that we needs investigating, as well. have been without electricity Remove President Breuder for more than 24 hours. We don’t know what’s going on be- and clean Lake Ellyn I’m a 38-year resident of Glen cause there’s no bad weather, no wind. I wish they would ad- Ellyn and there are two things dress this situation. We’re very I don’t mind paying taxes disturbed, we’re seniors … and for: The beautiful jewel we we’re so upset that it’s putting call Lake Ellyn and the College of DuPage. I’m proud of both us all in such bad health. of them, but they both need Investigate IRS scandal, work. The president of the but also Iraq War motives College of DuPage needs to go.

[College of DuPage President Concerning Congressman Roskam’s article in last week’s Robert] Breuder has shamed us and I would like the board edition of the paper, I conto remove him immediately, cur that a full investigation put an interim in and go about regarding the recent scandals finding a new leader. Secondly, involving the IRS and any our beautiful lake is slimy and potential leaks to the current filled with algae from the run executive administration is off of fertilizer from people’s a must. While Roskam is at lawns. … Whatever it takes to it, what about looking into keep our beautiful lake clean, the previous administration’s I’m ready to stand behind the scandal regarding the alleged park board to do this. weapons of mass destruction

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I recently read where District 58 has approved for teachers a raise this year a shade over 2 percent. Certainly, that’s in line with where our economy is at and most businesses. At the same time, they approved three principals a 6 percent-plus raise over the next three years. These three individuals, as it was reported, are retiring in three years. So, what does the nearly 20 percent raise mean? The school board is fattening their pension payouts when they leave in three years. I thought the state congress outlawed that? I guess those administrators voting for this are banking on the same happening to them when they leave. Why do the

The huge increase of [undocumented immigrants] swarming across our border and the administration’s rush to settle them all over our county is presented to us as a coincidence involving children who need our tender-hearted attention. This is just the latest well-planned attempt to change the USA’s demographics. The new wrinkle this time is: “It’s for the children.” The advanced planning to create this crisis is obvious and shameful. The result will be permanent residency followed by amnesty followed by social welfare programs that would make Sweden jealous. … How about directing even a fraction of the money and effort being spent on immigrant children to end our own homelessness?

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LEMONT: Eileen Batistich, bachelor of science in education William Brocker, master of music Bradley Cardella, bachelor of music education Kathleen Clark, bachelor of science Kieran Costello, bachelor of science Karol Domalik, bachelor of music education Lisa Donar, bachelor of science in education Kailyn Hmura, bachelor of science in education Katie Kester, bachelor of science Andrew Lisowski, bachelor of science Mary McGuire, bachelor of science Kristy Mrozek, bachelor of science in education Danielle Schumacher, bachelor of science and master of professional accountancy Anastasia Tomala, bachelor of science

Paul D. Murray, age 50, of Crest Hill, IL, passed away on July 18, 2014, with his family at his side.

Loving son of Joseph (Judy) Murray; beloved longtime partner of Chastity Santomauro; cherished father of Ashley, Joseph, and Kelsey Murray; dearest brother of Lorrie (Tom) Kozlowski, Kathleen Bogolin, Joe “J.D.” (Ann) Murray, and Lisa Murray; wonderful uncle of several nieces & nephews, and greatnieces & great nephews.

He enjoyed vacationing with his family, also golf, and scuba-diving.

Visitation at Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 108 Illinois St., Lemont, IL on Sunday, July 27, 2014, from 4 7 p.m. Lying in State Monday from 10 a.m until time of funeral Mass at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Church, 200 E. Illinois St., Lemont. Interment private.

Funeral Info: www.markiewiczfh.com or 630257-6363

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WHERE: DuPage Township, 241 Canterbury Lane, Bolingbrook WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, July 27 COST & INFO: Free; 630-759-1317, www.dupagetownship.com ABOUT: Grab the kids and head to the DuPage Township Family Fun Fest, which will feature Kid’s Summer Olympics and a concert by Sunshine Reggae. The Olympics will run from 1 to 2:30 p.m., with such challenges as a tug-of-war, water balloon toss and potato sack race; preregistration is requested. The band performs from 1 to 4 p.m., and people should bring lawn chairs. Beer will be available for purchase.

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WHERE: All Classic Cinemas theaters WHEN: 10 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 6 COST & INFO: $1; www.classiccinemas.com ABOUT: Classic Cinemas Wednesday Morning Movie Series is offered kids at each of its theaters, including the Tivoli in Downers Grove. Doors open at 9 a.m., with games and costumed characters before show time. “Free Birds” will be screened July 23, followed by “The Lego Movie” July 30, and a last surprise.

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WHERE: Main Street and environs in Downtown Downers Grove WHEN: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, July 24 and 25; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 26 COST & INFO: Free admission; www.downtowndg.org, 630725-0991 ABOUT: Explore Downers Grove’s finest as they unveil their annual Downtown Sidewalk Sale on Main Street, promising a great shopping experience. More than two dozen participating merchants will sell their goods outdoors with special discounts and sales. Details on who’s taking part can be found at the Downtown Downers Grove website.

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Chama Gaucha carves out delicious niche DOWNERS GROVE – Never having eaten at a Brazilian steakhouse, I wasn’t sure exactly what to expect when I walked into Chama Gaucha, but the entire evening was impressive from beginning to end.

The hostess seated us at a menu-less table in the spacious dining room, and explained we were welcome to enjoy whatever we wanted from the circular salad bar.

Set in the center of the room, its array of offerings was a visual work of art. The design of the Downers Grove restaurant is richly accented with stone and wood, and the room boasts an eye-catching wine cellar.

We each received a small square card – red on one side and green on the other. This worked like a traffic signal, directing the many servers who carry carving knives and skewers of cuts of meats they skillfully slice to order. The men were dressed in elegant incarnations of the South American gaucho – their version of our cowboy. The restaurant’s tables are well spaced so the gauchos can roam freely.

After piling our plates with salad and veggies, my companion and I returned to our table, where a server pulled out my chair as I sat down.

Our tabletop quickly was filled with traditional Brazilian sides, including a warm basket of cheese bread, a plate of garlic mashed potatoes, warm fried bananas and fried polenta.

After making some room on our plates, we flipped our cards to the green side, and the gaucho-attired servers began to stop at our table. One after another, they offered us a slice or two of their carnivorous temptations.

Lamb, pork, chicken and beef. We ate until we couldn’t fit another bite. When we found a favorite, the gauchos offered us extra helpings, and when we spotted a stack of savory sausages across the

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A Chama Gaucha server dressed as a gaucho slices off a piece of pork rib tableside.

One of the perks to dining at Chama Gaucha, the Brazilian steakhouse, is free valet service. The restaurant is at the southwest corner of Finley and Butterfield roads in Downers Grove. dining room, I found it more

Chama Gaucha n Where: 3008 Finley Road

Artfully presented asparagus adorns the salad bar. room, their server was directed over to us.

Back in the Pampas, gauchos can be found tending large herds of cattle in parts of Brazil and several neighboring countries. At the end of their long day, the gauchos gather around the churrasco or fire pit to eat and share stories. That dining experience inspired the South American steakhouse concept. The local

restaurant takes the name Chama from the Portuguese word for flame.

I doubt real gauchos ate like I did at Chama Gaucha, though. The entire evening, with its five-star service, surpassed any of my typical dining experiences. When my date dropped his napkin, someone handed him one over his shoulder almost instantly.

Fresh plates were always

at Butterfield Road, Downers Grove n Hours: 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Monday through Friday for lunch, with dinner from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 5 to 10 p.m. Friday, 4 to 10 p.m. Saturday, and 4 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday n Dress code: Casual n Info: 630-324-6002, www. chamagaucha.com

More photos online To see more photos from Chama Gaucha, find this story online at PlanitLife.com/mysterydiner in full supply, and our used dishes quickly were whisked away. With more than a dozen cuts of steak, chicken, pork and lamb dancing around the

than difficult to choose a favorite, but the bacon-wrapped chicken as well as the garlic steak definitely found their way to the top of my list.

Chama Gaucha also has an extensive wine menu divided by region, and the restaurant staff was eager to share recommendations.

I would suggest guests save a little room for dessert, because by the time I’d finished clearing the last helping from my plate, I simply couldn’t indulge further.

Because of its all-you-caneat service, Chama Gaucha may be a bit pricier than your average meal out, but it’s an out-of-the-ordinary dining experience, whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself.

The Mystery Diner is a newsroom employee at Suburban Life Media. The diner’s identity is not revealed to the restaurant staff before or during the meal. Only positive dining experiences will result in published reviews.

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MAHJONGG CLASSES, 10 a.m. July 25, Western Springs Senior Center, 4211 Grand Ave., Western Springs.

Senior center membership required.

Cost: $30 for residents, $40 for nonresidents. Registration: 708-2463299. Information: www.wsprings. com.

SENSIBLE FITNESS FOR OLDER ADULTS, 10:20 a.m. July 25, Aging Care Connections, 111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange. The cost is $48 for six classes or $10 per class. Information: www.agingcareconnections.org.

THE SCIENCE OF MAGIC TRICKS, 1:30 p.m. (best for grades 2-4) and 3 p.m. (best for grades 5-8) July 25, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Learn the science behind magic tricks with magician Gary Kantor. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

TEEN MOVIE FRIDAY, 3 p.m. July 25, Fountaindale Public Library, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. All movies rated PG-13 and below. Contact the Vortex for movie title information.

For grades 6 to 12. Information: www. fountaindale.org. Cost: Free. Information: www.fountaindale.org.

AIDAN O’TOOLE, 5 p.m. July 25, Ballydoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Irish favorites along with some current radio hits.

Information: www.ballydoylepub. com.

PARTY ON THE PATIO AT HARRY’S, 5 to 9 p.m. July 25, Harry Caray’s Italian Steakhouse, 70 Yorktown Center, Lombard. Live music, themed food and drink specials and giveaways.

Information: www.harrycarays.com.

PRINCESS PAJAMA PARTY, 5:30 p.m.

July 25, Courts Plus, 186 S. West Ave., Elmhurst. For ages 4 to 7. Pizza and lemonade will be served. Dance, exercise, and create a princess craft.

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INDOOR SKYDIVING WHERE: iFLY, 1752 Freedom Drive, Naperville; also Rosemont location WHEN: Open daily COST & INFO: Anyone who’s ever wanted to feel the adrenaline rush of skydiving – minus jumping out of a plane, can visit the newly opened iFLY indoor skydiving center, where patrons of any age can float on a column of air. Following a brief training session, all flyers are outfitted in a flight suit, helmet and goggles before entering the vertical wind tunnel. With additional training, flyers can progress to advanced aerial gymnastic maneuvers. The cost starts at $69.95, with reservations offered at chicago.iFLYworld.com. Walk-ins are accepted. epd.org. Cost: $18-$22. Information: www.courts-plus.com.

COMMUNITY FUN NIGHT, 6 p.m. July 25, Downers Grove Community Church, 6600 Fairview Ave., Downers Grove. Children and adult games, bouncy house, picnic hotdog cookout.

Talent show from 7 to 8 p.m. Information: dgcc.org.

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION, 6:30 p.m.

July 25, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Read and discuss “Where’d You Go, Bernadette” by Maria Semple. Cost: Free.

Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

AN EVENING WITH “DOCTOR WHO,” 7 p.m. July 25, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Watch the show, make some crafts and perhaps even play musical fez. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

THE JOHN AVILA TRIO, 8 p.m. July 25, Flight 112 Wine House, 112 W. Park Ave., Elmhurst. The John Avila Trio performs Classic Jazz, Jazz/Rock, and Blues. restaurant Information: www. fligh112wine.com.

“SAY ANYTHING,” on July 25, midnight July 26, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Digitally remastered screening commemorates the 25th anniversary of the movie, which stars Chicago native John Cusack and Oak Park native John Mahoney. Cost: $5. Information: www.classiccinemas.com or 630-968-0219.

JULY 26 DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE MARKET, 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. July 26, Main Street, Downers Grove. Saturdays through Oct. 18. Information: 630-968-8400 or www.indianboundaryymca.org/downtownmarket.

SUMMER FISHING DERBY, 8:30 a.m.

July 26, Clarendon Hills Park District Community Center, 315 E. Chicago Ave., Clarendon Hills. Open to Clarendon Hills residents, this catch-andrelease activity will offer prizes for the longest fish caught in each age category. A two-pole limit will be in effect throughout the day. Bring your own fishing pole and bucket. Cost: Free. Information: www.clarendonhillsparkdistrict.org.

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS, 9 a.m. July 26 or 6:30 p.m. July 28, Taoist Tai Chi Society / Elmhurst Presbyterian Church, 367 Spring Road, Elmhurst.

Continues for 12 weeks. Information: www.midwest.usa.taoist.org.

HOT DIGGITY DOG DAY, 10 a.m. July 26, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31 St., Oak Brook. Visitors and their pooches will enjoy games, paw readings, geocaching, agility shows, K9 demos and more. Join a parade at 1:30 p.m. to the renovated Mayslake off-leash dog area for its grand re-opening. Cost: Free. Information: www.mayslakepeabody.com or 630206-9567.

SWEET’S CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT,

10 a.m. July 26 and 27, Four Seasons Park, 16th St and Main St., Lombard.

Talk to Union and Confederate soldiers. Watch skirmishes each day at 11:30 a.m. Join the Kids’ Drill at 12:30 p.m. each day. Cost: Free.

Information: www.lombardhistory. org.

EXCEL 2013 FOR BEGINNERS, 10 a.m.

July 26, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Learn the basics of how to format, save, and print excel worksheets. Cost: Free.

Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

DOUGHNUTS AND DOWNLOADS: E-BOOKS, 10 a.m. July 26, Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive, Woodridge. Enjoy coffee and doughnuts while learning how to check out free e-books. Cost: Free. Information: www.woodridgelibrary.org.

TEEN GAMING TOURNAMENT, 10:30 a.m. July 26, Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Cost: Free. Information: www. mybpl.org.

ZUMBA FAMILY DANCE PARTY WITH COURTS PLUS, 10:30 a.m. July 26, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. High-energy class for all ages that combines music, movement, and family fun. Be sure to wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Cost: Free. Information: www. elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

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“THE 25TH ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE,” through Aug. 17, Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center, 100 Drury Lane, Oakbrook Terrace. Follows the story of six overachieving and quirky adolescents pitted against each other in the spelling challenge of a lifetime. Four audience members get the opportunity to participate in this quirky musical. Cost: $35-$45. Information: drurylane.com or 630-530-8300.

“THE MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR,” 8:15 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays through Aug. 10, Mayslake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31 St., Oak Brook. First Folio Theatre presents William Shakespeare’s comedy about Sir John Falstaff’s attempt to woo two wealthy married women. Cost: $22-$37. Information: 630-986-8067 or www.firstfolio.org.

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• GO GUIDE Continued from page 19 CUENTACUENTOS: STORYTIME IN ESPAÑOL, 11 a.m. July 26, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Cost: Free. Information: store-locator.barnesandnoble. com/store/2361.

EXPLORE ELMHURST WITH HEIDI NORTON, 11 a.m. July 26, Elmhurst Art Museum, 150 S. Cottage Hill Ave., Elmhurst. Heidi Norton will use her Field Guide to lead guests on a unique, fun and informative walking tour of Elmhurst, visiting nearby nature-based sites. Cost: Free with Museum admission. Information: www.elmhurstartmuseum.org.

UPCOMING AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING, 1 p.m. July 26, Bolingbrook Library, 300 W. Briarcliff Road, Bolingbrook. Ebonie May’s book series “Good People” is available on Amazon. Cost: $15.

CHALK THE WALK, 3 p.m. July 26, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Decorate the library’s sidewalk. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

BOLINGBROOK SATURDAY CRUISE IN, 3 p.m. July 26, Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill, 431 W. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. All cars, trucks, bikes and clubs welcome. There will be a live DJ, giveaways, food and drink specials, goodie bags, dash plaques, and top vehicle awards. Information: www. tailgatersgrill.com or 630-679-1994.

ANDREW PETERSON, 7:30 p.m. July 26, The Commons, 117 N. Cass Ave., Westmont. Live music. Cost: $15.

Information: westmontcommons.org.

KARAOKE NIGHT, 8 p.m. July 26, Sal’s Pizza Pub, 410 W. 22nd St., Lombard.

Information: salspizzapub.com.

DUELING PIANOS, 8 p.m. July 26, Fitz’s Spare Keys, 119 N. York Road, Elmhurst.

Information: www.fitzssparekeys.com.

COVERGURL, 8 p.m. July 26, Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill, 431 W. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. High-powered party rock. Information: www.tailgatersgrill.com or 630-679-1994.

KARAOKE, 9 p.m. July 26, Riley’s Gathering Place, 590 S. York St., Elmhurst.

Information: rileyselmhurst.com or 630-530-0858.

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COSLEY CLASSIC GOLF OUTING WHERE: Arrowhead Golf Club, 26W151 Butterfield Road, Wheaton WHEN: Monday, Aug. 4 COST & INFO: $150 or $50 for dinner only; register with Sarah O’Donnell at 630-510-4986; www.wheatonparkdistrict.com/events ABOUT: In support of Cosley Zoo, the Cosley Foundation’s 31st annual Mike Williams Cosley Classic Golf Outing kicks off with lunch at 11 a.m., followed by 18 holes, and at 5:30 p.m. by hors d’oeuvres, a steak dinner, raffle, awards and an auction.

Grove. For kids ages 3 to 10. Each child will receive a medal. Must wear a helmet. Cost: Free. Information: www.prairiestatecyclingseries.com.

KILL FOR CASH OPEN MIC COMEDY NIGHT, 7 p.m. July 27, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. The crowd favorite will come back the following week to host, then return on the last Sunday of the month to JULY 27 compete for $100. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141.

PRAIRIE STATE CYCLING DOWNERS SUNDAY NIGHT FLIX, 8 p.m. July 27, GROVE CRITERIUM, 8:20 a.m. July Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing 27, Main and Grove Streets, Downers Road, Lombard. Information: www.

Grove. Cost: Free. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141. prairiestatecyclingseries.com.

DJ JEFF OVERSTREET, 8 p.m. July 27, MOTOR CHURCH SUNDAYS, 9 a.m. July Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill, 431 W. 27, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Cost: Road, Lombard. Traditional, old-school Free. Information: www.tailgatersgrill. performances and classics. Cost: com/ or 630-679-1994.

Free. Information: www.brauerhouse. com or 630-495-2141.

JULY 28 KIDS’ FUN RACES (BIKE RACE), 4 p.m.

July 27, Downtown Downers Grove, HINSDALE FARMERS MARKET, 7 a.m.

Main and Curtiss Street, Downers July 28, Burlington Park, Chicago

Avenue, Hinsdale. Fresh, in-season fruits and vegetables, eggs, honey, ciders, cheeses, Mirai corn, meats and poultry, jams, preserves, cut flowers, and nursery stock. Local food artisans bring coffee, prepared foods and other goodies. Free admission.

Information: www.hinsdalechamber. com.

4TH AND 5TH GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION, 2 p.m. July 28, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Read “The Empty City” by Erin Hunter and come for a discussion, games, and crafts. Cost: Free.

Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

WEST SUBURBAN CLOWN CLUB, 7 p.m. July 28, Victorian Manor Nursing Home, 337 S. Ninth Ave., La Grange.

Information: 708-484-7771.

RISQUE BINGO, 7 p.m. July 28, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Adults only. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141.

MICROCOSM, 7 p.m. July 28, Blooming-

dale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Michelle Hoffman Trotter will share images, footage, and stories about the beautiful microscopic world that is the subject of her documentary film project “Microcosm.” Participants will have the chance to look through microscopes, engage in the creation of a microcosmic mural, and take home a biodegradable balloon. Cost: Free.

Information: www.mybpl.org.

THE MUSIC AND INFLUENCE OF PETE SEEGER: STEVE JUSTMAN, 7 p.m.

July 28, Clarendon Hills Public Library, 7 N. Prospect Ave., Clarendon Hills.

Folksinger Steve Justman will appear for an evening celebrating the music and life of Pete Seeger. Cost: Free.

Information: www.clarendonhillslibrary.org.

ROBOT TEST KITCHEN, 7 p.m. July 28, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Find out what we’re building and create something brand new. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

INTRODUCTION TO JUICING AND SMOOTHIES, 7 p.m. July 28, Woodridge Public Library, 3 Plaza Drive, Woodridge. Cost: Free. Information: www.woodridgelibrary.org.

WHY I HURT: THE TRUTH BEHIND FIBROMYALGIA, 7 p.m. July 28, National University of Health Sciences, 200 E. Roosevelt Road, Lombard. Cost: Free. Information: www.nuhs.edu.

“A HARD DAYS NIGHT,” 7:30 p.m. July 28, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. A digitally restored version of the classic Beatles comedy musical to commemorate the film’s 50th anniversary. A discussion led

by Val Camilletti will follow the film.

Cost: $8-$12. Information: www.classiccinemas.com or 630-968-0219.

BAGS COMPETITION, 8 p.m. July 28, Ballydoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Information: www.ballydoylepub.com/admin/ ecalendar.php.

PUB TRIVIA, 8 p.m. July 28, Fitz’s Spare Keys, 119 N. York Road, Elmhurst.

Information: www.fitzssparekeys. com/events.

DARTS TOURNEY, 8:30 p.m. July 28, Ballydoyle in Bloomingdale, 152 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale. Information: www.ballydoylepub.com.

JULY 29 SUMMER FUN AND GAMES, noon July 29, Elmhurst Historical Museum, 120 E. Park Ave., Elmhurst. Create vintage crafts using everyday materials. Best for children ages 4-12 accompanied by a caregiver. Cost: $2-$4. Information: www.elmhursthistory.org.

HANDIMALS, 2 p.m. July 29, Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Create marvelous handprint animals and listen to stories. Cost: Free. Information: www. mybpl.org.

2ND AND 3RD GRADE BOOK DISCUSSION, 3:30 p.m. July 29, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Read “Blast Off!” by Nate Ball and come for a discussion, games, and crafts. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary. org.

BOYS HIP HOP (AGES 6-12), 6 p.m. July 29, Wagner Community Center, 615 N. West Ave., Elmhurst. Program for boys that focuses on general dance with an emphasis on rhythm, jazz and hip hop. Wear gym shoes and clothes you can move in. Cost: $40-$48. Registration required at www.epd.org.

CONCERTS AT WILDER PARK, 7 p.m.

July 29, Wilder Park, 175 Prospect, Elmhurst. Elmhurst Community Jazz Band. Information: www.epd.org.

TEAM TRIVIA, 8 p.m. July 29, Sal’s Pizza Pub, 410 W. 22nd St., Lombard.

Information: salspizzapub.com.

LIVE TEAM TRIVIA, 8 p.m. July 29, StoneHouse Pub, 103 Stephen St., Lemont. Prizes to the top three teams. Information: 630-257-1300.

KARAOKE, 8 p.m. July 29, Tailgaters Sports Bar & Grill, 431 W. Boughton Road, Bolingbrook. Information: www. tailgatersgrill.com/events or 630-6791994.

TRIVIA NIGHT, 9 p.m. July 29, Ballydoyle in Bloomingdale, 152 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale. Winner receives a $40 Ballydoyle gift card. Information: www.ballydoylepub.com.

TRIVIA NIGHT, 9 p.m. July 29, Ballydoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Information: www. ballydoylepub.com.

JULY 30 STORY TIME, 10:30 a.m. July 30, A Book Above Bookstore, 136 W. Vallette, #6, Elmhurst. For ages 2 to 5. Information: 630-993-0133.

STORYTIME, 11 a.m. July 30, Barnes & Noble Oak Brook, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. A popular children’s book, followed by coloring or a craft.

Information: store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2361.

GENEALOGY FOR KIDS WORKSHOP SERIES, 1 p.m. July 30, Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Designed for the budding genealogist and family historian.

Cost: Free. Information: www.mybpl. org.

REACTION ACTION: EXPLODING CHAINS, 1 p.m. July 30, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut St., Western Springs. Use craft sticks to build chains along the floor that dramatically explode like rows of dominoes. Build the longest chain and win a prize. Cost: Free. Information: fordlibrary.org or 708-246-0520.

BLOW IT UP! SCIENCE DEMONSTRATION, 3:30 p.m. July 30, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

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ACXIOMASTERS TOASTMASTERS, noon July 31, Acxiom Corporation, 3333 S. Finley Road, Downers Grove.

Information: 630-944-4948.

KNITTING CIRCLE, 1 p.m. July 31, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut St., Western Springs.

Knitters and other crafters gather for conversation and inspiration. Novices and newcomers always welcome. No reservation needed. Cost: Free. Information: fordlibrary.org. Information: 708-246-0520.

NOOK CLASS FOR SENIORS, 3 p.m. July 31, Barnes & Noble Oakbrook, 297 Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook. Learn at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere. Have your NOOK registered at bn.com before class. Cost: Free.

Information: store-locator.barnesandnoble.com/store/2361.

UNIQUELY THURSDAYS, 6 p.m. July 31, Burlington Park, Chicago Avenue, Hinsdale. Multiple food vendors, a beer and wine tent and various table sponsors each week. This week: This End Up performs hits of the ’90s and today. Information: www.hinsdalechamber.com.

RADIOFEST, 6 p.m. July 31, Holiday Inn Willowbrook, 7800 Kingery Highway, Willowbrook. Commemorate the 100th anniversary of WWI and the 70th anniversary of D-Day with special exhibits on military radios and memorabilia. Cost: Free. Information: www.antique-radios.org.

OUTDOOR LIVE MUSIC, 7 p.m. July 31, Carlucci Restaurant & Bar, 1801 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove.

Cost: Free.

COOKIE DECORATING FOR TEENS, 7 p.m. July 31, Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Cookies, sprinkles, frosting, and toppings provided. Cost: Free.

Information: www.mybpl.org.

FACEBOOK FOR BEGINNERS, 7 p.m.

July 31, Elmhurst Public Library, 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst. Set up a Facebook account and learn the basics, including privacy features. Must know email address, password, and how to access your email account remotely. Cost: Free. Information: www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org.

TRIVIA NIGHT, 7:30 p.m. July 31, DJ’s Sports Bar, 222 E. Chicago Ave., Westmont. Win a $25 or $10 gift card to DJ’s. Information: www.djswestmont. com/upcoming_events.php.

KARAOKE NIGHT, 8 p.m. July 31, Sal’s Pizza Pub, 410 W. 22nd St., Lombard.

Information: salspizzapub.com.

BINGO WITH AMANDA, 8 p.m. July 31, Ballydoyle in Bloomingdale, 152 Stratford Drive, Bloomingdale. Information: www.ballydoylepub.com.

IMMORTAL THURSDAYS, 9 p.m. July 31, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Vampire-themed event features goth dance and rock records mashed with audio clips from vampire movies. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141.

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BLOCK TO BLOCK MUSIC SERIES, 6 p.m. July 30, Downtown Elmhurst, Adell Place and Park Ave., Elmhurst.

Stroll block to block and enjoy five different musical acts. Information: www.elmhurstcitycentre.com or 630-993-1600.

READING TO ROVER, 6:30 p.m. July 30, Bloomingdale Public Library, 101 Fairfield Way, Bloomingdale. Children can read to special therapy dogs. Cost: Free. Registration: 630-924-2740.

Information: www.mybpl.org.

JUNIOR ROCKET SCIENTIST, 6:30 p.m. July 30, Thomas Ford Memorial Library, 800 Chestnut St., Western Springs. Local mathematician Jason Schwartz offers a tour of the universe designed for youngsters with a love of numbers, outer space, and adventure.

Attendees must be Western Springs residents in grades 2 to 5. Cost: Free.

Information: fordlibrary.org or 708246-0520.

WINDY CITY HARMONICA CLUB, 7 p.m.

July 30, First Congregational United Church of Christ, 235 S. Kenilworth, Elmhurst. Information: 630-833-2333.

WOODRIDGE PARK DISTRICT FREE SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, 7 p.m.

July 30, Lake Harriet, 7200 Woodridge Drive, Woodridge. Billy Croft & The 5-Alarm perform country and rock. Cost: Free. Information: www. woodridgeparks.org.

TRIVIA CONTEST, 7:30 p.m. July 30, Riley’s Gathering Place, 590 S. York St., Elmhurst. Information: rileyselmhurst. com or 630-530-0858.

BOLINGBROOK PERFORMING ARTS CENTER SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, 7:30 p.m. July 30, Bolingbrook Performing Arts Center, 325 Briarcliff, Bolingbrook. Features a newly designed lighting experience for the stage. Concert and theater spectators can bring their own picnic and/or purchase food and beverages on site. Bring lawn chairs or blankets for guaranteed seating. Information: www.bolingbrook.com.

BRAUERHOUSE OPEN MIC NITE, 8 p.m.

July 30, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Nightly prizes for the best act. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141.

OPEN MIC NIGHT, 9 p.m. July 30, Ballydoyle in Downers Grove, 5157 Main St., Downers Grove. Play three songs or 15 minutes. Information: www. ballydoylepub.com.

DRIFTERS AND SHIFTERS WEDNESDAY, 9 p.m. July 30, Brauer House, 1000 N. Rohlwing Road, Lombard. Free car and bike show with trophies and prizes awarded. Information: www. brauerhouse.com or 630-495-2141.

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Lemont bodybuilder Adam Weinberg earns berth at World Championships

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sschmid@shawmedia.com LEMONT – Having decided to compete at the National Physique Committee Universe bodybuilding and fitness competition in New Jersey one final time, Adam Weinberg almost saw his dream of reaching the World Amateur Bodybuilding Championships derailed by a delayed flight.

But after jumping in a car with a friend and driving 17 hours, the Lemont resident was able to register with 20 minutes to spare.

Competing in the bantam division (under 143 pounds) against men of all ages, the 40-year-old and 20-year veteran of the sport went on to finish in first place in the competition on July 4 and 5 after a pair of runner-up showings in previous years.

“I’ve been doing this for 20 years,” Weinberg said, “and I’ve been competing at the national level since 1996. For the longest time, my goal was to place [in the top-five] and I probably had a dozen competitions where I took seventh. It was frustrating ... but I would get the itch and kept coming back.

“In 2009, I went out and competed and took second, that was my breakout year. Then, last year, I competed and thought I had walked away with the win but again took second. This year, I managed to stay healthy and I think that’s what made the difference.”

Courtesy of his first-place showing earlier this month, Weinberg will head to Brazil in November to compete against the best amateurs in the world.

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Adam Weinberg works out Tuesday in the basement training space of his Lemont home. Weinberg recently placed first in the NPC Universe bodybuilding competition and advanced to the World Amateur Bodybuilding Championships in November.

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ence,” he said. “I will be competing against the best and whatever happens, happens. It will definitely be the highlight of this year and definitely in the top three in my life.”

Weinberg began lifting weights for wrestling in high school before an interest in bodybuilding was sparked after participating in a Greek Physique competition among fraternities at Northern Illinois University. A year later came his first sanctioned event and now that number has ballooned to more than 30 competitions.

Working for Capital One currently, Weinberg trains five to six days a week in his basement while also maintaining a strict diet. He eats six to seven meals a day.

“I eat a lot of chicken, salmon and green vegetables,” he said. “It’s a year-round process and it takes six months to prep for something like this.”

Now as for the question of whether the World Amateur Bodybuilding Championships truly will be Weinberg’s swan song, he says that is the current plan.

“I’m 99.9 percent sure I’m done after this,” he said. “This allows me to retire from the sport on my terms and not out of a sense of frustration. It says something about retiring at the top, especially when money is not involved. But I guess you never say never.”

“I will be competing against the best and whatever happens, happens. It will definitely be the highlight of this year and definitely in the top three in my life.”

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Austin Tittle and Nate Broskovetz recorded ERAs of 0.90 and 1.29, respectively.

“I think pitching will be a strong point again,” the coach said. “Obviously, no one can fill Jake and Charlie’s shoes, but we definitely have guys who are capable of eating innings up and throwing the ball well for us.”

The biggest question lies on the offensive side as a host of new faces will be asked to contribute. Nick Wisz batted .300 with 31 RBIs as a sopho-

more while Jamie Glista and Mike Gralla also are slated to return next spring, but overall the Indians will look different.

“We will be young,” Storako said. “We are losing a lot of power. We will have to play small ball more and move runners around. It will be interesting. It will be a different brand of ball, but you have to adapt to what you have.”

With so many spots up for grabs, the offseason is an im-

portant one for the Indians. A year ago, most of the starting positions already were set.

“We told the guys that if you put the gloves and bats down for seven months, it will be evident who worked and who didn’t come February and March,” Storako said.

“It will be fun to watch these guys progress and to see what they can get done.

“We will put a good product out there [next spring], it will just be a different dynamic.”

The Lemont High School Athletic Hall of Fame will enshrine its 10th induction class at a ceremony on Sunday, Sept. 21, at Cog Hill Golf Club in Lemont.

Included among the honorees will be Doug Freehauf (class of 1967), Valerie Ryd-

berg (2001) and Suzie Rzegocki (2007).

The ceremony will begin with a reception at noon.

Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. with the induction ceremony beginning at approximately 1:45 p.m.

Family, friends and teammates are encouraged to save the date and join the Hall of

Fame committee as it welcomes its latest inductees.

Additionally, with this year marking the 10th anniversary of the Lemont High School Athletic Hall of Fame, all previous inductees are encouraged to join in the celebration.

Reservations for the ceremony must be made by

Wednesday, Sept. 17. To make a reservation, or for more information, call the Lemont High School athletic department at 630-243-3207.

Visit the school’s web site at www.lhs210.net for more information on the Lemont High School Athletic Hall of Fame, including full bios on all previous inductees.

Rock the Night 5K rolls into Soldier Field RAM Racing will bring its Rock the Night 5K to Soldier Field on Aug. 21.

The race will take participants on a 5K run or walk from Soldier Field, along the lakefront and back to the stadium. The event starts at 7 p.m.

Big Head Todd and the Monsters will play a post-race concert at Soldier Field.

The cost to participate is $45 through Aug. 7. Tickets just for the concert cost $25.

For information, visit https:// ramracing.enmotive.com.

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Lemont’s Mike Papierski takes a swing in a playoff game during the spring baseball season. Papierski is one of several key players the Indians will need to replace heading into next season.

The Chicago Bulls will hold a summer basketball camp from 1 to 4 p.m. July 28 to Aug. 1 at The Community House in Hinsdale.

The veterans camp is geared toward advancing skills for children ages nine to 12 years old. Boys and girls are welcome to sign up.

The cost is $209 for Park District residents and $245 for non-residents. The camp will focus on ball handling, passing, shooting and rebounding skills. Participants will receive a T-shirt, duffle bag, a basketball and a United Center Experience for each camper and a guest. The United Center Experience includes a trip to the United Center for a Q&A session with a Bulls personality and a current or former player.

For information visit www. thecommunityhouse.org

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Liverpool, Olympiacos square off at Soldier Field Two of Europe’s biggest soccer clubs, Liverpool F.C. and Olympiacos F.C., will play each other at 5 p.m. Sunday at Soldier Field as part of the Guinness International Champions Cup, an eight-team tournament that is a precursor to the European club soccer season.

Tickets are on sale for Sunday’s game and range in price from $37 to $122 before taxes and fees.

The tourney championship game is schedule for 8 p.m. on Aug. 4 at Sun Life Stadium in Miami. Visit internationalchampionscup.com for a schedule and information.

sschmid@shawmedia.com LEMONT – Going from the Class 3A baseball state title game to a summer league matchup a week later was a bit of a letdown for Lemont’s baseball team.

But, in general, head coach Brian Storako was pleased with what he saw this summer from a group that will be much less experienced than the one that captured the program’s first state championship in early June.

“The bar has been set and we have to work towards that,” Storako said. “It won’t be given to us. We have to work hard to live up to expectations.

“Obviously, we don’t have the same type of team, but defensively we might improve and our team speed is definitely improved.”

Having lost 14 seniors to graduation, including most of the everyday lineup and the top two members of the pitching staff, Lemont posted a final summer record of 5-7 after losing to Plainfield North in the Lockport regional.

“Summer ball is always hard, especially with some of the guys playing close to 60 games with their traveling teams,” Storako said. “But we got a good look at a bunch of kids who didn’t get as much playing time during the [spring].”

One thing that is clear is despite the loss of Jake Latz and Charlie Wright, the Indians should have another strong pitching staff heading into 2015. Ryan Sublette and Garrett Acton each won five games in the spring while

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HVAC TECHNICIAN Heating & A/C company in Sycamore is looking for experienced (5 years +) HVAC Install Technician & HVAC Service Technician to join our company in a full time position. We offer: Sign on Bonus, Company Van, Holiday Pay and Vacation Pay. Commission based sales program. Salary is based on experience. Please email your resume & salary requirements to: HVACserviceposition@ yahoo.com Placing Ads Is Easy!

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Requirements: Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance, and at least 5 years experience in a management position.

Candidates must be detail oriented and have the ability to work accurately in a quickly changing deadline driven environment. Qualified candidates will have a thorough knowledge of accounting, possess strong communication, strategic, analytical, and problem solving skills, as well as have a proficient knowledge of Excel. Industry and Vision Data Software experience is a plus.

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This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law.

Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD tollfree at 1-800-669-9777. The tollfree telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1-800-927-9275.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP, INC. Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD C. RABE, JR., EQUESTRIAN ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION, SUBURBAN BANK & TRUST COMPANY, INLAND BANK AND TRUST S/I/I TO AMERIMARK BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 26143 2 HORSESHOE LANE LEMONT, IL 60439 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 8, 2014, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 15, 2014, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2 HORSESHOE LANE, LEMONT, IL 60439 Property Index No. 22-24-304007-0000.

The real estate is improved with a two story single family home; attached two car garage.

MORTGAGE INTEREST RATES from area lending institutions reporting…

MONDAY, JULY 21, 2014 Daily Rates - subject to change daily without notice Mortgage rates vary in APR and other qualifying factors.

Points-Designate Discount & Origination.

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Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twentyfour (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. Effective May 1st, 2014 you will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver's license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues.

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PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Atto On North De bo

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Please refer to file number PA1315717.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com

for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 4765500 Attorney File No. PA1315717 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 13 CH 26143 TJSC#: 348666 I618561 July 25, August 1, 8, 2014

LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE LEMONT-BROMBEREK COMBINED SCHOOL DISTRICT 113A NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A in the Counties of Cook and DuPage, State of Illinois, that a tentative budget for said School District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2014 will be on file and conveniently available for public inspection at 16100 127th Street, Lemont, Illinois, within the boundaries of this School District from and after 8:00 o'clock a.m. on the 24th day of July, 2014.

Notice is further hereby given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 7:00 o'clock p.m. on the 17th day of September, 2014 at Old Quarry Middle School, 16100 127th Street, Lemont, Illinois, within the boundaries of this School District.

Dated this 23rd day of July, 2014 Board of Education of the Lemont-Bromberek Combined School District 113A in the Counties of Cook and DuPage, State of Illinois.

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