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Lending a hand The Rev. Denis Condon (standing in center with book) pastor at St. Louise de Marillac Parish in La Grange Park gathers with the school Nov. 25 to bless donations and those traveling to Washington, Ill., to deliver the goods to victims of the Nov. 17 tornadoes. The parish and other area churches and community groups rallied to collect bottled water, blankets and other items needed by the Washington residents.

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Two news items on page 18 of the Nov. 27 La Grange Suburban Life attributed to actions taken by the Western Springs Village Board were incorrect. The actions should have been attributed to the Countryside Village Board.

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Charles Wiegand, an employee at The Runner’s Soul, enjoys offering customers advice on running shoes and gear. All employees at the store thank customers for shopping local before they leave.

that she spent an hour at a department store trying on shoes and left with nothing, frustrated by slow service and her lack of luck.

Aspan asked her if she knew there was a running specialty store in her town, to which the woman replied, “Oh yeah, but they’re so much more money.”

That, Aspan said, is usually not the case. Sure, she said, from time to time an online deal is just too good to pass up. But, most

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of the shoes and running gear Aspan sells cost about the same price online.

After correcting her, Aspan told the woman about her running store.

“That was on a Wednesday.

On a Saturday, [she] came in. Ten minutes later, she got a hug and a free pair of socks [and shoes] and off she went,” Aspan said. “She was the happiest person in the world.”

8ON THE COVER The Runner’s Soul owner Jayne Aspan received a “shop small” welcome mat just in time for Small Business Saturday.

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On Small Business Saturday in 2012, an estimated $5.5 billion was spent at small businesses throughout the country.

“I think what American Express is doing is fantastic,” Aspan said. “ … I think small businesses just appreciate it because it really builds awareness of what it means to have community stores.”

Aspan recalls a situation where her hygienist was complaining

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LA GRANGE – About a year ago, Jayne Aspan started throwing fliers in the bags customers took home from her downtown La Grange running store.

In a few bullet points, the quarter-sheet of paper told customers what they’d just done by shopping local, such as helping maintain local jobs and reinvesting in their community, “It works. This card works,” Aspan said. “They come back a week later [and buy something].”

Fellow running store owners have recreated Aspan’s “shop local” flier and are also reaping the rewards, she said. One of Aspan’s next projects might include getting other area stores involved to spread the message.

Even as Amazon.com and other online retailers offer more and more products consumers can purchase from their couch with one click, small businesses like Aspan’s The Runner’s Soul at 5 S. La Grange Road still provide something a website can’t – live human beings who might shake your hand or, if you know them well, even offer a hug.

American Express started Small Business Saturday in 2010 to promote local commerce and give small stores a fighting chance against big retailers between Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

On Nov. 30, the date of this year’s event, The Runner’s Soul displayed Aspan’s shop-local message in multiple places: On a sign outside the door, on a mat in the entryway and behind the register counter on a board that read: “THANK YOU FOR SHOPPING LOCAL.” A number of La Grange businesses offered special Small Business Saturday deals to kick

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La Grange gets festive with Hometown Holiday event If you go

By ALEX RUPPENTHAL aruppenthal@shawmedia.com LA GRANGE – Nearly 70 La Grange businesses will participate in the 22nd annual Hometown Holiday on Saturday to celebrate the holiday spirit and the start of the winter shopping season.

The event, organized by the La Grange Business Association, will feature an array of activities for shoppers and kids, along with festive open houses throughout town.

New this year, is a promotion to encourage holiday shopping at local businesses. Participating merchants will display

What: La Grange’s Hometown Holiday When: Starts at 5:30 p.m. with Santa’s arrival via firetruck to light the Christmas tree at Village Hall.

Festivities continue through 9 p.m. with shopping, caroling and other activities.

Where: Downtown La Grange, in the Central Business District

a window decal on their doors offering shoppers $5 off a purchase of at least $25 on Saturday.

“We really want people to come in and enjoy the free activities, and we also want them to consider this a way to start their holiday shopping,” LGBA Executive Director Nancy Cummings said.

Also new this year is a collection for local food pantries.

Children are asked to help fill Santa’s sack with nonperishable food items for the less fortunate when they visit him at Village Hall to share their wishes. From 5 to 9 p.m., visitors can enjoy singing from choirs and strolling carolers, a baby animal petting zoo with

pony rides, a bonfire and makeyour-own s’mores, free oldtime trolley rides throughout the village, ice sculptures and kiddie train rides.

“We are so fortunate to have a local community that understands the importance of supporting the small business owner, especially during the holiday shopping season,” said Steve Jasinski, president of the LGBA, in a news release.

Musical entertainment will include the Lyons Township High School Madrigal Choir and small group performances by musicians from the Salt Creek Chamber Orchestra.

Before the shopping and activities, a free matinee showing of “The Santa Clause” will take place at 3 p.m. at the La Grange Theatre. Parents can drop their kids off at the theatre and then enjoy a concert from the Salt Creek Chamber Orchestra in the lobby of Village Hall.

Visits with Santa Claus will take place between 6 and 8 p.m., also at Village Hall. Santa will arrive by fire truck at 5:30 p.m. for the official lighting of the Christmas tree at Village Hall.

Another new feature for this year’s event is complementary in-home care service for the elderly at Huge Hearts HomeCare. Families or friends can have their loved ones dropped off at Huge Hearts HomeCare, 639 S. La Grange Road, where they will receive care from 5 to 9 p.m. Reservations are required and can be made by calling Jenni at 708-352-1850.

Visitors to Hometown Holiday are encouraged to park in the free commuter lot near LT’s North Campus and ride the free trolley through the village.

The event is sponsored by Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, the village of La Grange and more than 60 local businesses.

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Holiday Magic beginning Saturday at Brookfield Zoo

BROOKFIELD – More than a million twinkling lights and a 41-foot LED talking tree will be on display through the end of the year as part of Brookfield Zoo’s Holiday Magic.

The event, in its 32nd year, will take place from 4 to 9 p.m. on weekends starting Saturday and running through Dec. 22, as well as the week of Dec. 26 to 31. Other activities include caroling to the zoo animals, live entertainment, professional ice-carving demonstrations, a laser-light show and a new holiday-light spectacular.

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side the Holly Jolly Theater, where choirs, dancers and other local entertainers will put on holiday-themed performances. They also may join professional carolers singing holiday tunes to the animals. Caroling will start at 5:30 p.m. for the camels, 6:30 p.m. for big cats and 7:30 p.m. for bears.

Zookeepers will be on hand to share interesting facts about animals during special Zoo Chats featuring information about crocodiles at 5 p.m., reptiles at 5:30 p.m., bears at 6:00 p.m., lemurs at 6:30 p.m., rhinos at 7:00 p.m. and big cats at 7:30 p.m.

Santa Claus will be waiting for youngsters in his holiday cottage, west of the zoo’s Scoops restaurant. There, he and Mrs. Claus will listen to children’s wish lists through Dec. 22.

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On Dec. 31, families can ring in 2014 with an early countdown at the Zoo Year’s Eve celebration. The event begins at 6 p.m. with music, games and giveaways. At 8 p.m., a child-friendly countdown also will take place at Hamill Family Play Zoo, where families with younger children can create noisemakers to ring in the Zoo Year.

With the exception of rides and photo opportunities, activities are free with paid admission of $15 for adults and $10.50 for children ages 3 to 11 and seniors 65 and older. Children 2 and younger are free.

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Put as much as you can into tax-advantaged retirement accounts. That’s where income-producing assets go; place those that let you balance losses against profits into taxable accounts.

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Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Dr. Timothy Kilrea, Superintendent, 100 S. Brainard Avenue, LaGrange, Illinois, 60525, 708-579-6451.

II. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $58,699,577.00.

The corporate and special purpose property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $60,608,975.00. This represents a 3.25% increase over the previous year.

III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2012 were $2,156,424.00.

The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2013 are $2,156,424.00.

This represents a 0.00% increase compared to the previous year.

Countryside resident serves on panel for ALS research

By ALEX RUPPENTHAL aruppenthal@shawmedia.com COUNTRYSIDE – Since Mary Lou Pisone lost her husband, Rich, to ALS in 2001, Pisone has been a relentless supporter of research and care for people living with the neurodegenerative disease, which often Mary Lou leads to paralysis and death with- Pisone in three to five years after diagnosis.

Currently, there is no cure for the disease.

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, took Rich’s life just 18 months after he was diagnosed.

Before he died, his family held a Rockathon event for him at Lyons Township High School to raise money for ALS research.

They continued the event for a few years and now participate in Walk4Life, a fundraiser event for the Les Turner ALS Foundation that includes a walk along Chicago’s lakefront.

As she continued to support ALS research, Pisone was asked to be a member of the foundation’s board of directors. Last year, the foundation’s director recommended Pisone to serve on a U.S. Department of Defense panel to review scientific proposals for ALS research.

From Dec. 15 to 17, Pisone will head to Baltimore with a group of ALS patients and others like herself who lost a family member to the disease to decide which projects the department will fund.

“I’m very honored to be a part of it,” said Pisone, of Countryside. “I take it very seriously because our group has to be responsible for deciding which

of these many, very talented groups of investigators with some really good ideas is going to get these two grants.”

Before going to Baltimore, Pisone is reviewing 11 grant proposals from scientists at hospitals and universities throughout the country. Research of ALS is crucial because it is a highly complex disease with many causes, Pisone said.

Recently, a drug was developed that can extend survival for ALS patients for two to three months – a big win in the community – but it’s far from a cure.

“You can’t imagine the science that went into figuring that out,” Pisone said.

Pisone will help pick two projects, one for the most promising procedure and one for the most unique idea, each of which will receive $1.5 million in governmental funding. Preparing to be involved in such an important decision has been a lot of work, Pisone said, but well worth it.

“It’s so interesting to see what people are doing. The ideas they come up with are phenomenal,” she said. “It’s a way for me to pay forward the amazing help I was given by our foundation – the nurses and the doctors and all the people who are involved.”

Rich was treated at Northwestern University’s Les Turner/Lois Insolia ALS Center, which treats 90 percent of ALS patients throughout the region, Pisone said. She hopes to continue to serve on the review panel to be a part of the effort that, she hopes, finds a cure for ALS. “That’s the ultimate, I think, for everybody involved,” Pisone said. “They’re sticking around until they can say, ‘It’s done.’

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Mariano’s grocery store will open locations in Western Springs and Westchester early next year.

The store’s parent company, Milwaukee-based Roundy’s, announced Monday it is buying 11 Chicago area Dominick’s stores from Safeway in a $36 million agreement. Safeway revealed earlier this year that it would close all Chicago area Dominick’s stores Dec. 28.

Mariano’s new Western Springs store will be at 14 Garden Market St., and the Westchester location will be at 3020 S. Wolf Road.

Roundy’s expects to finalize its acquisition of the stores by the end of the year and convert them into Mariano’s in about one to two months, the company said in a news release.

can donate items to local families in need as part of the Community Park District of La Grange Park’s Warming Tree.

Donations of hats, gloves, mittens, scarves and socks will be hung on the Warming Tree, located at the Recreation Center, 1501 Barnsdale Road. All items will be given to the La Grange Community Nurse Health Association for families in need.

The park district is also collecting food items and paper products for the St. Francis Food Pantry, which provides food to needy La Grange and La Grange Park residents. All food donations must be non-perishable.

Especially welcome are paper towels, tissues, disposable diapers, pasta, pasta sauce and peanut butter.

Donations will be accepted until Dec. 19 and can be dropped off from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

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Cathy Maloy and Raye Sokolow of Bedford Park make use of the La Grange Park Public Library’s new Genealogy Corner to find out information about their families’ past.

La Grange Park library to start genealogy research SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA LA GRANGE PARK – The La Grange Park Library will open a new Genealogy Corner on Saturday where visitors can research their ancestors.

The library was recently named a FamilySearch affiliate, allowing it access to thousands of records not available on the Internet.

Librarians will be able to help patrons find their family’s records, or visitors can browse www.familysearch. org on the library’s computers. There is a $7.50 fee to order a microfilm, while use of the microfilm reader at the library is free.

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LT holiday event lets children write to Santa, get response SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA WESTERN SPRINGS – Children will have the chance to write letters to Santa during Lyons Township High School’s Holiday Write Night Christmas Around the World event to be held on Tuesday.

Children ages kindergarten through third grade are invited to LT’s South Campus from 4 to 7 p.m. to write notes to Santa, listen to stories, color, have their faces painted and decorate cookies. Participants get their pictures taken with LT’s mascots, Noil and Nessie, and will create a personalized holiday card on a computer.

Children can also record a holiday message that will be

heard on WLTL radio. Punch and cookies baked by LT’s Chef’s Club will be provided, and LT students will offer musical and magical entertainment. Other LT student volunteers will accompany each child one-on-one through the activities.

Nearly 500 LT students will be on hand to interact with participants during the event, hosted by LT’s Discovery Center staff.

Register online at www. lths.net/HolidayWriteNight, or call 708-579-7434 or 70857907436. Those interested can also email Dorothy Cochran at dcochran@lths.net or Mary Ann Gecan at mgecan@ lths.net.

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The Greater La Grange YMCA’s annual Reindeer Run raises money to support Special Olympics teams, provide scholarships for kids to attend summer camp and fund other programs.

‘Biggest Loser’ to participate in Reindeer Run on Saturday SUBURBAN LIFE MEDIA BROOKFIELD – A winner of the popular NBC reality weight-loss show, “Biggest Loser,” will participate in the 4th annual Greater La Grange YMCA Reindeer Run 5K on Saturday at Brookfield Zoo. Mark Pinhasovich, an Ohio native who recently moved to Chicago and the 10th season’s at-home winner of “Biggest Loser” will be on hand for the YMCA’s yearly holiday fundraiser. The event benefits the Greater La Grange YMCA annual fund, which supports Special Olympics teams, scholarships for kids to attend summer camp and other programs.

Registration is $45 and includes a performance T-shirt,

goodie bag, parking and admission to the zoo for the day.

Also included in the fee are a gear check service, chip timing and admission to a postrace party. Registration for the Kids Dash is $15 and includes a T-shirt.

The event offers free babysitting for runners. Strollers are allowed in the race, but participants who run or walk with them will be placed toward the back of the pack.

During the event, kids will have the chance to pet Santa’s live reindeer and visit with Santa himself, who will be present from 8 to 9:30 a.m. The 5K begins at 8:30 a.m., and the Kids Dash starts at 9:30 a.m.

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The developer presented plans for an 18,000 to 20,000-square-foot indoor soccer facility coupled with six retail spaces to the city’s Economic Development Committee Nov. 21. The academy would be run by Lil’ Kickers, which has 14 locations in the Chicago area.

According to its website, the Lil’ Kickers’ program “helps develop a child’s social, emotional and cognitive skills, while providing physical exercise and developing players who are good sports and good teammates — on and off the soccer field.”

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The soccer academy would be located on the back of the property, with the six retail spaces at the front. Paul said the developer would target businesses geared toward children and sports.

“Right now, the school does have students in the area at another location,” Paul said.

“But their times of availability of gym time continue to go down, so they’re looking for a permanent home. They would be bringing those 400 students with them, plus hopefully more.”

Lil’ Kickers currently offers programs at the McCook Athletic and Exposition Center.

After Countryside Inn closed, the city demolished the hotel and lined up a new Mazda car dealership, but the project folded when the economy plunged.

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Vie restaurant owner up for Chef of the Year WESTERN SPRINGS – Vie restaurant owner and chef Paul Virant has been nominated for the Chef of the Year award as part of the 2013 Jean Banchet Awards for Culinary Excellence, which recognizes culinary talent in the Chicago area.

The awards will be announced at the 17th annual Grand Chefs Gala on Jan. 31 during an Oscars-style presentation. The gala supports the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Last year, the event raised more than $500,000.

For more information about the gala, go to www.grandchefsgala. com. For more information about Vie, go to www.vierestaurant.com.

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WESTERN SPRINGS – Police officer John Murray, a sergeant for the past 14 years, retired from the village’s police department Nov. 17.

Murray was a Western Springs police officer for nearly 32 years and served as field training program coordinator, TASER instructor and a member of the Mobile Field Force Team. In 2007, he graduated from Northwestern University’s Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command.

Murray will be replaced by officer Daniel Albrecht, a 14-year veteran of the department who has worked as a patrol officer, investigator and member of the Auto Theft and Internet Crimes Against Children task forces.

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The city also plans to change its code to allow bikes in the skateboard area at Countryside Park, where bikers are currently banned.

Peterson said the city would plan to open the new bike area in time for spring.

The City Council will vote on the project at its Dec. 11 meeting.

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LA GRANGE DUI Winston B. Williams, 51, of the 2300 block of Arbor Creek Drive, Plainfield, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop at La Grange Road and Ogden Avenue at 12:52 a.m. Nov. 30.

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She contacted police at 4:44 a.m. Nov. 24.

A rock was thrown through a window at Chipotle, 40 N. La Grange Road, as reported at 7:10 a.m. Nov. 28.

Driving without license Terrence E. Hyland, 60, of the 7900 block of Ponderosa Court, Orland Park, was charged with driving without a license after a traffic stop at Madison and Cossitt avenues at 11:50 am. Nov. 27.

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John C. Pirtle, 19, of the 400 block of North Park Road, La Grange Park, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia at 7:48 p.m. Nov. 24 in the 500 block of Shawmut Avenue.

An Xbox was blown up near Stone and Brewster avenues at 9:07 pm. Nov. 26. Police suspect cherry bombs were used in the blast.

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Four tires were dumped on the park district property at Bluff Avenue and 47th Street, as reported at 8:20 p.m. Dec. 1.

A resident of the 100 block of Bluff Avenue reported her car was stolen from her driveway

Two kids were reported shooting fireworks near Seventh and Harris avenues at 4:16 p.m. Nov. 30.

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LA GRANGE PARK Warrant arrest Saul Moreno, 38, of the 8200 block of 45th Street, Lyons, was arrested on a warrant out of Cook County after he was pulled over for driving with an expired registration at La Grange Road and Woodlawn Avenue at 4:46 p.m. Nov. 21.

Residential burglary A TV, two laptops and jewelry were taken from a residence in the zero block of Scotdale Road between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

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Criminal damage The rear window of a vehicle in the 600 block of Brainard Avenue was damaged between 9 pm. Nov. 23 and 8 a.m. Nov. 24.

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COUNTRYSIDE DUI Paul R. Phillips, 40, of the 4300 block of Prescott Avenue, Lyons, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after crashing into a van in the 9600 block of 55th Street Nov. 22. He was also charged with illegal transportation of alcohol and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident.

Warrant arrest Armando J. Matos, 20, of the 6400 block of Joliet Road, was arrested on a $10,000 warrant for not appearing in court on a disorderly conduct charge after he was involved in an incident in a parking lot in the 9900 block of West 55th Street Nov. 21.

Burglary to motor vehicles Items were stolen from three vehicles Nov. 17 and 18 in the 6700 block of Brainard Avenue.

Criminal damage A hole was cut in the fence at a construction site in the 9800 block of 55th Street and construction equipment was damaged Nov. 15.

• Dorian Carbaja-Molina, 26, of the 5000 block of Schubert Avenue, Chicago, was charged with driving without a license during a seatbelt check at 55th Street and East Avenue Nov. 20.

• Lorena Raffa, 36, of the 5700 block of 22nd Street, Cicero, was charged with driving without a license after being stopped for an equipment violation Nov. 20 • Ceron Baltaza, 33, of the 9900 block of West 58th Street, was charged with driving without a license after a traffic stop Nov. 19.

• Daniel Juarez, 21, of the 6400 block of Joliet Road, was charged for driving without a license after being pulled over for speeding Nov. 16.

WESTCHESTER DUI Jesus Palomino, 20, of the 1900 block of Wesley Avenue, Berwyn, was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after a traffic stop at Cermak Road and Enterprise Drive at 2:08 a.m. Nov. 23.

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8LETTERS Thankful for donations to food pantry To the Editor: On behalf of the families using our St. Barbara Food Pantry – Thank you! With your generous donations of bags of groceries, toiletries and monetary donations, we were able to feed more than 200 families this year for Thanksgiving.

I am so thankful to work in the company of so many individuals who volunteer with our pantry and donate regularly. I am so very thankful for you all.

I apologize in advance for anyone I have missed, but need to recognize the many area churches which contribute to our pantry. In a special way, we want to thank the parishioners of these congregations: St. Barbara, Holy Covenant, MCC, St. Louise de Marillac, St. John of the Cross, Christ Presbyterian Church, the Village Church of La Grange Park, St. Michael Lutheran, Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church, First Congregational Church, UCC, New Apostolic Church and the First United Methodist Church of La Grange.

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we manage to feed the poor in our midst and I am so thankful for every one of these fine churches.

Many community organizations also support the pantry, including Riverside Brookfield High School. Congress Park School, CSA Fraternal Life, Lodge Yankee Jungmann, La Grange Park Police Department, Brookfield Chamber of Commerce, Century of Progress Bila Hora #231, and all the various St. Vincent de Paul societies.

We would also like to thank Tom Carlson, the U.S. Postal Service, our local Boy Scout troops and all who contributed by sponsoring a local food drive. I am thankful that feeding the poor crosses the borders of individual groups and villages and concerns us all.

We also wish to thank three area businesses that were

instrumental in our success.

The La Grange Park Jewel/Osco collects donations on our behalf to purchase turkey dinners for our neighbors at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Dennis Tischler, of Tischler’s in Brookfield, donates year round to our pantry from his own pockets.

He asks his shoppers to buy meals for the poor each time they shop, supplies us with the foods we need at cost and gives us paper bags to distribute the food.

Trader Joe’s also supplies us with paper bags. I am so thankful for everything you do for the least of us.

Thank you again for your generosity. Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season.

Sister Margaret Halligan, CSJ, Director, St. Barbara Pastoral Care

8STREET TALK Q: Who is your favorite holiday character?

“Jimmy Stewart [playing George Bailey] from ‘It’s a Wonderful Life.’”

Leslie Hartoonian, Brookfield Matt Hendrickson, news editor, mhendrickson@shawmedia.com 630-427-6254

“Suzy Snowlake.”

Mary Martinec, Brookfield

“Will Ferrell in ‘Elf.’”

Amanda Lopez, Berwyn

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Owning your own home, earning a college education, starting your own business … these are just a few of the hallmarks of what has long been called “The American Dream.” Unfortunately for many families in today’s tough economy, many aspects of that dream have become increasingly difficult to attain.

That’s why we celebrated Small Business Saturday all across the nation last weekend. More than symbolic, this date is a call to action to support the men and women who fuel the engine of our local economy. Far from being faceless COMMUNITY names in fancy offices in VOICE faraway cities, these are our Jim neighbors. Our kids attend Durkin the same schools, we cheer for same local sports teams and we share the same concerns about the quality of life here in the southwest suburbs.

With the holiday shopping season upon us, now is the perfect time to support our local small business men and women.

By shopping local, we find quality products and services at competitive prices while helping small and family-owned shops stay in business, which in turn helps them to grow and create new jobs. All of this strengthens our local economy and provides opportunity for families who need it.

Life today is harder than ever for small business owners. We see it all too often. Vacant storefronts with “For Lease” signs in the window, a story here in the local newspaper about the latest business shutting its doors or moving out of state, or a phone call from a friend or loved one telling you their spouse was just laid off. The growing federal and state tax burden makes surviving in a tepid economy very difficult for local entrepreneurs.

Looming on the horizon is the debate over whether the so-called temporary state income tax hike on individuals and employers will roll back at the end of December 2014 as scheduled, or whether Illinois will continue down the path of higher taxes and job losses to neighboring states like Indiana.

Despite the legitimate frustration and skepticism which you might view state government, you can make a difference. It all starts with supporting our local small businesses. There are many outstanding shops of all kinds in the Western Springs, Burr Ridge, and the La Grange area. Call my district office at 630-325-2028 or e-mail me at repdurkin@hotmail.com to find out how to connect with the shops you’re looking for through our local chambers of commerce.

Who knows? You just might snag some great deals on the perfect gifts for your family and friends.

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With the cost of living going up and up, I find I can’t donate money to various charities anymore. This is what you’re doing by raising taxes. We have to cut corners. So Westmont, we’ve had enough.

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the ER several times, and I could tell you, I would hate to have to depend on the ER doctors for my health care. I have known of two cases where they had to be hospitalized and were released too soon because they had no insurance. Both died within days. If you don’t have anything else, you do need insurance.

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Violation of order of protection Cornell Thomas, 24, of the 10100 block of Pelham Street, was charged with violating an order of protection at 11:35 a.m.

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RIVERSIDE – The Principle Dance Company, a Forest Park-based dancing school for kids and adults, will present a family friendly version of “The Nutcracker” ballet at 3:30 p.m. Sunday.

The presentation will be at Riverside Brookfield High School, 160 Ridgewood Road, in Riverside.

The Nutcracker Ballet, a celebrated holiday tradition, is the story of a young girl’s Christmas dream set to Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s score and told through dance. This abridged version of the ballet is a perfect way to introduce young children to the classic tale, according to a news release.

Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at www.principle-

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RIVERSIDE – Karen Doornebos, a resident of Riverside, will celebrate the release of her new book, “Undressing Mr. Darcy,” at an event Sunday at the Riverside Public Library.

The library, at 1 Burling Road, will host Doornebos at 6 p.m. before the author’s speech at 7 p.m. The author will meet and discuss her book with attendees before the presentation.

The book, “Undressing Mr. Darcy,” tells the story of a 35-year-old social media expert named Vanessa Roberts.

When her elderly aunt asks her to take on the public relations for Julian Chancellor and his book, “My Year as Mr. Darcy,” Roberts is less than thrilled, according to a new

release from the publisher.

Roberts has a change of heart after she views Chancellor’s educational “striptease” campaign.

At the event, the library also will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of “Pride and Prejudice” and Jane Austen’s Dec. 16 birthday. In addition to a libations and dessert table, a variety of offerings from the Holiday Market will be featured, including copies of “Undressing Mr. Darcy” and a Jane Austen Gift Basket.

Doornebos is a English literature graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a lifelong member of the Jane Austen Society of North America.

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In State on Wednesday, Dec 4, MERILEE K. BURKE from 9am until time of a 10am Mass Born: August 8, 1942 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church of Died: November 19, 2013 LaGrange, 203 S. Kensington Ave., Merilee K. Burke was born August LaGrange. Interment Bronswood 8, 1942 and passed away November Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to 19, 2013.

Our most giving and loving daugh- the American Cancer Society would be appreciated. ter, sister and friend slipped from Hallowell & James Funeral Home our arms to enter forever peace.

Merilee had the most vibrant per- in Countryside is assisting the famisonality and giving heart of any an- ly. Info: (708) 352-6500 gel on earth. Merilee was always OTTO DANIEL KELLER reaching out for new and exciting adventures in exploring new restau- Born: Sept. 5, 1930 rants, bakeries and clothes shopDied: Nov. 27, 2013 ping. She had a soft and tender heart for all living creatures, but esOtto Daniel Keller, Age 83, of pecially was fond of dogs. Her Westchester, died November 27, greatest achievement had been 2013. providing the most compassionate Arrangements by Conboycare to patients as a Registered Westchester Funeral Home, 708Nurse. Her generosity to all who 562-5900. had the pleasure in sharing her day to day life will always be rememSYLVIA KUDRNA bered.

Merilee worked at Holy Cross Sylvia Kudrna, age 96, of BrookHospital and loved her job. Without field, passed away November 29, Merilee, our hearts are broken and 2013. our tears endless, but our memories Arrangements by Kuratko-Nosek and joys are immeasurable. Her Funeral Home. 708-447-2500 quick wit and smile will never leave our reminiscences. We will cherish RICHARD J. LAND every second spent with her.

Merilee leaves behind on earth Richard J. Land, age 61, of her mother, Roberta D.; her brothBrookfield, passed away November ers, Bob (Amy) and Jim (Dedee); her 23, 2013. sisters, Kris (Jim) Hobeck, Pat Arrangements by Hitzeman Funeral (Tom)Gates and Michele Bennett; many nieces and nephews; and her Home. 708-485-2000 best friend, Barb Whaley.

Rest our beautiful Merilee, till we MARY MAHALKO meet again, and know we will keep Mary Mahalko, age 85, of North and protect your memories forever Riverside, passed away November in our hearts and soul.

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fort, Kevin Eicken, Kerrigan Flannery, wski, Sophia Stephenson, Hanna Shannon Flannery, Kathryn HanSturwold and Kathryn Vulich; fland, John Lawler, Gabrielle Perez, sophomores Andrew Copp, Kevin Mackenzie Sewall, Elizabeth Sullivan Donahue and Daniel Panosh; and and John Walsh; juniors Nicollette freshmen Brendan Copp, Morgan Curran, Daniel Farmer, Angela Freda, Fabian, Michael Keegan, Thomas Michael Krecek, Grace Lattner, Nora Panosh and Natalie Rodriguez HONOR ROLLS Napleton, Thomas Penicook, KathNORTH RIVERSIDE: Freshman Fenwick High School, erine Rodden, Robert Schaefer and Ethan Gerstner first quarter Ana Sprajcer; sophomores Gregory RIVERSIDE: Seniors Dana Balk, FIRST HONORS Dimailig, Quinn Fisher, Colette Bridget Carey, Caileigh Doherty, BERKELEY: Senior Nia O’Neal Jaslowski, Henry Lorenzini, Patricia David Durkin, Rachel Heuel, Amanda BROADVIEW: Junior Jeremy Carlisle Napleton, Zachary Stahl and TheLombardo, Kate Milleker, Daniel and freshman Fines Owens odore Steinmeyer; and freshmen Murphy, Martha Murphy, Mary MurBROOKFIELD: Seniors Brandon Cole Fisher, Katherine Krecek, Sara phy, Marni O’Bryan, Stephanie RoNieves and Mackenzie Sinnott Pietrzak and Elle Schaefer driguez, Richard Schoen, Anastasia COUNTRYSIDE: Freshman Sean Heslin LA GRANGE PARK: Seniors Kevin Tomasek and James Wise; juniors INDIAN HEAD PARK: Senior Rachael Copp, Laura Dillon and Margaret John Doherty, Sarah Javors, Mitchell Tank and freshman Maeve Lynch Donahue; juniors Patrick Donahue, Legan, Jack Mahoney, Amelia Reggi LA GRANGE: Seniors Caroline ComTimothy Havenaar, Carly Matuszeand Ryan Zia; sophomores Mark Birmingham, Kimberly Burda, Benjamin Chmura, Clare Durkin, Dylan Gresik, Sean Herbert, Theresa Mullen and Kathleen Suess; and freshmen NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR Elizabeth Carlson, William Flaherty, WESTCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS, DISTRICT NO. 92½ Garrett Javors, Amy Kucera, Jonathon Kulhanek, Jack Lulich, Rachel I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax increase McCarthy, Anna Milleker, Dennis for Westchester Public Schools, District 92½, Cook County, O’Bryan, Alec Polston, Michael Illinois for 2013 will be held on December 12, 2013, at Saganich and Grace Tucek 7:00 P.M. at the Westchester Middle School, 1620 Norfolk, WESTCHESTER: Seniors James LawWestchester, Illinois 60154. ley, Nicolas Marotta and Julia Porter; sophomores Anna Brandt and Sarah Any person desiring to appear at the public hearing and Lewis; and freshman Sarah Wiener present testimony to the taxing district may contact Dr. Michael WESTERN SPRINGS: Seniors Ryan Dziallo, Superintendent, 9981 Canterbury Street, Westchester, Cainkar, Anne Carden, Elizabeth Illinois 60154 at (708) 450-2700.

Condon, Mary Connelly, Daniel Cooney, John Creber, Kelsey FeldII. The corporate and special purpose property taxes extended or meier, Grace Gallo, Grace Gibbons, abated for 2012 were $11,082,800.

Mitchell Halleran, Lydia Hilton, Robert Hogan, Michael Kelly, Analisa The proposed corporate and special purpose property taxes to Morales, Elizabeth Morrissey, Samube levied for 2013 are $11,993,900. This represents a 14.5% el Nicholson, Samantha Pethokouincrease over the previous year. kis, John Rafferty, Matthew Reilly, Christina Rooney, Mary Schneider III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public and Rachael Schopp; juniors Annie building commission leases for 2012 were $833,391.

Borse, William Finn, Elizabeth Hackett, William Halleran, Michael Hill, The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and Meredith Kisla, Stephanie Lerner, public building commission leases for 2013 are $883,394. This Isabel Nicholson, Thomas Runnells, represents a 5.9% increase over the previous year.

Olivia Ryan, William Skowron, Scott Stibich and Tara Wilson; sophoIV. The total property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were mores Malone Buinauskas, Griffin $11,916,191.

Gibbons, Abigail Helme, Jack Hill, Mary Margaret Hogan, Claire Long, The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2013 are Ryan McHugh, John Moore, Patrick $12,877,294. This represents an 8.1% increase over the Rafferty, Quinn Reilly, Erin Scudder previous year. and Anastasia Velliotis; and freshmen Quinton Chudik, Jillian Gallo, ADOPTED this 5th day of November, 2013.

Harrison Hayes, Luke Jachim, Lauren Board of Education Lombard, Andrew Morrissey, Sophia Westchester Public Schools, Pethokoukis, Thomas Schneider, District No. 92½, County of Cook, Paul Velliotis and Cecilia Walsh

• Walther Christian Academy students Maria Hill, Kobe Morris and Tamron Morris, all of Berkeley; Jessica Henry of Broadview; and Emmerson Doody and Isabella Tang, both of Lyons, helped the school raise $6,718.57 as part of the Proviso Area CROP Walk.

• Jerluane Jenkins of Hillside is participating in the Cindy Bandle Young Critics program at Goodman Theatre, an arts journalism program for 11th grade girls.

• Sarah Dean of La Grange worked with the Rural Appalachia Improvement League to build trails and clean up a local park in the community as part of Butler University’s Fall Alternative Break.

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Brittney McGee of Broadview received the Eastern Illinois University Leona Stanford Vollintine Charitable Trust Scholarship Award.

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BULLETIN BOARD BROOKFIELD BrookPark Senior Social Club, 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and Monday, Brookfield Municipal Building, Recreation Hall, 8820 Brookfield Ave., Brookfield. For information, call 708-409-0518.

4th Annual Reindeer Run 5K and Kids Dash, 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Brookfield Zoo, 8400 W 31st St., Brookfield. The $35 registration fee for the 5K includes a T-shirt, goodie bag and entrance in to the zoo. The Kids Dash $15 fee includes a T-shirt.

For information, visit donate. ymcachicago.org/lagrange.

Insurance Marketplace Seminar, 7 p.m. Monday, Brookfield Public Library, 3609 Grand

7 p.m. Monday, Victorian Manor Nursing Home, 337 S. Ninth Ave., La Grange. For information, call 708484-7771.

Families Anonymous, 7:30 to 9 p.m.

Monday, Dixon Education Center INDIAN HEAD PARK at Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital, 5101 S. Willow Springs Road, The Leisuretime Club, noon Thursday, Lyonsville Congregational La Grange. For friends and families of individuals with substance abuse/ Church, 6871 Joliet Road, Indian related behavioral problems. For Head Park. For information, call information, call 708-579-0949 or 708-246-8888 or 708-784-0921. email fa-lagrange@comcast.net.

Sewing and Service Circle, 9:30 LA GRANGE a.m. Tuesday, First Presbyterian Surprise Bridge Stakes Etc., 1 Church of La Grange, Westminster p.m. Wednesday, Park District of La Hall, 150 S. Ashland Ave., La Grange.

Grange, 536 East Ave., La Grange.

Held by Women’s Club of First PresFor information, call 708-447-8185. byterian Church of La Grange. For West Suburban Clown Club, information, call 708-354-0771.

Boulevard, Brookfield. Information on new health insurance options.

For information, call 708-485-6917 or visit www.brookfieldlibrary.info.

NOTICE OF PROPOSED PROPERTY TAX INCREASE FOR VILLAGE OF HILLSIDE, COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS I. A public hearing to approve a proposed property tax levy increase for the Village of Hillside, Illinois for 2013 will be held on Monday, December 16, 2013 at the Regular Board Meeting, 7:30 P.M. at the Municipal Complex, 425 N. Hillside Avenue, Hillside, Illinois.

Any person desiring to appear at the Board Meeting and present testimony to the taxing district may contact Linda L. Gould, Village Clerk, 425 N. Hillside Avenue, Hillside, IL, 708-202-4325.

II. The corporate, special purpose and Library property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $8,558,077.

The proposed corporate, special purpose and Library property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $9,011,214. This represents a 5.29 percent increase over the previous year.

III. The property taxes extended for debt service and public building commission leases for 2012 were $589,000.

The estimated property taxes to be levied for debt service and public building commission leases for 2013 are $591,500. This represents a .42% increase over the previous year.

IV. The total property taxes extended or abated for 2012 were $9,147,077.

The estimated total property taxes to be levied for 2013 are $9,602,714.

This represents a 4.98% increase over the previous year.

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LA GRANGE PARK Salt Creek Camera Club, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Plymouth Place, 315 N. La Grange Road, La Grange Park. First and third Wednesdays of the month. Visitors welcome. For information, call 708-562-1164.

Scrabble Club #518, 1 to 5 p.m.

Saturday, La Grange Park Village Hall, Community Room, 447 N. Catherine Ave., La Grange Park. $1 per meeting. For information, call 708-354-5970.

LYONS Experimental Aircraft Association, 8 p.m. Friday, Lyons Township Hall, 6404 Joliet Road, Lyons. Countryside chapter. For information, call 630-834-8016.

Family Holiday Movies at the Library, 1 p.m. Saturday, Lyons Public Library, 4209 Joliet Ave., Lyons. “The Muppet Movie.” For information, call 708-447-3577 or visit www.lyonslibrary.org.

NORTH RIVERSIDE North Riverside Garden Club, 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, North Riverside Village Hall, 2401 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. For information, call 708-442-5515.

Lapsit Storytime, 10:30 a.m.

Thursday, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. For babies and toddlers (with an adult). Register in advance. For information, call 708447-0869 or visit www.northriversidelibrary.org.

Breakfast with Santa, 9 to 10:30 a.m. Saturday, North Riverside Village Commons Building, 2401 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside.

Tickets are $4 for 13 and older and $3 for 12 and under. For information, call 708-442-5515 or visit www.northriverside-il.org.

Afterschool Book & Film & Snack Club, 3:30 p.m. Monday, North Riverside Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside.

For children first grade and up. For information, call 708-447-0869 or visit www.northriversidelibrary.org.

Pajama Storytime, 6:30 p.m.

Monday, North Riverside Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. Children with adults, please. Register in advance. For information, call 708-447-0869 or

visit www.northriversidelibrary.org.

Messy Mornings for Munchkins, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. For children ages 2 and up with an adult.

Advance registration required. For information, call 708-447-0869 or visit www.northriversidelibrary.org.

RIVERSIDE Riverside Community Band, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Riverside Township Hall, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside. Looking for players. No tryouts required. For information, call 708-386-1286.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Riverside Chapter, 6:30 p.m. Monday, Riverside Township, 27 Riverside Road, Riverside. For information, call Jody at 708-788-0147.

WESTCHESTER Fish Fry Fundraiser, 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Westchester Community Church, 1840 Westchester Blvd., Westchester. Choose from shrimp, fried cod or fried chicken, and rotisserie chicken. The children’s menu includes hot dog meal for $4 and fried chicken or fish for $6.

Served from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. For information, call 708-865-1282.

WESTERN SPRINGS Western Springs Seniors Club, 1 p.m. Monday, Western Springs Recreation Center, 1500 Walker St., Western Springs. For information, email ineke-roessler@-gmail.-com.

Tuesday Morning Alcoholics Anonymous, 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Presbyterian Church of Western Springs, Graham Charter Room, 5250 Wolf Road, Western Springs.

For information, call 708-246-5220.

WILLOW SPRINGS Willow Springs Lions Club, 6 p.m. Wednesday, Willow Crossing Tavern, 8524 S. Archer Ave., Willow Springs. For information, call 708839-5178.

Zumba Dance Party, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, Willowbrook Ballroom, 8900 Archer Ave., Willow Springs.

Every first Friday. Wear exercise clothes and bring water. Bar is open. $10. For information, visit www.willowbrookballroom.com.

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EVENTS

WHERE: Dominican University Lund Auditorium, 7900 W. Division St., River Forest WHEN: 2 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, and 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15; school shows Dec. 12, 13 and 16 open to groups COST & INFO: $25 for adults, $20 for seniors and children; 773-237-1874, www. balletlegere.org ABOUT: Ballet Légere’s 29th production of “The Nutcracker Ballet” will feature dancers from La Grange, Berwyn, Brookfield, La Grange Park, Riverside, Cicero and Westchester, with guest artists Vanessa Woods and Erik Hoffman of the St. Louis Ballet.

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TOY DRIVE

‘MESSIAH’ BENEFIT WHERE: First United Methodist Church of Oak Park, 324 N. Oak Park Ave. WHEN: 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 8 COST & INFO: Free, with donations welcome; firstumcoakpark.org/contact-us, 708-383-4983; westsuburbanpads.org ABOUT: The 13th annual “Sing-Along-Messiah” will feature a professional orchestra and soloists, harpsichord and the church’s historic Skinner organ.

The audience sings the chorus part, and a reception follows the concert presented by the church and MacDowell Artists Association. An offering supports Public Action to Deliver Shelter (PADS), which provides services for the homeless.

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WHERE: WIRE, 6815 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn WHEN: 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 COST & INFO: Free preview; 708-795-6704, ext. 107; www.16thstreettheater.org ABOUT: Ann Filmer, artistic director of 16th Street Theater, is about to unveil the new season, whose theme is “How To Be Good.”

Guests can enjoy WIRE’s cash bar while excerpts are performed from the six-part season, featuring four premieres by four female writers: Laura Jacqmin, Andrea Thome, EM Lewis and playwright-in-residence Shayne Kennedy.

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WHERE: St. Cletus Church, 600 W. 55th St., La Grange WHEN: 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14, and 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 COST & INFO: $20 adults, $17 seniors or students 11 and older; www.towerchorale. org, 708-505-9570 ABOUT: Tower Chorale’s “Spirit of the Season” highlights the spirit of Christmas through spirituals. “This is our small way of thanking Abraham Lincoln 150 years later for issuing the Emancipation Proclamation,” announced the choir, now in its 28th season. The program features secular and religious songs, with Dennis Zimmer on organ and piano, along with brass quartet and St. Cletus Youth Choir.

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MYSTERY DINER

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Sample some 1960s style at Kitchen Eatery ELMHURST – Imagine an upscale 1960s diner, if that’s not a contradiction in terms.

Then add locally sourced, freshly prepared food. Combine with some good friends, and what you’ve got is a terrific meal at Kitchen Eatery.

Located right at the corner of Route 83 and St. Charles Road in Elmhurst, Kitchen Eatery is an oasis of calm at a busy intersection otherwise crowded with retail and banking institutions. With a delightfully colorful sign that you can’t miss, it welcomes hungry guests with a generous helping of ’60s style.

With wide booths, mod furnishings and a clean, well-lit atmosphere, Kitchen Eatery had me excited to sample its offerings on a recent evening, accompanied by two friends.

Once settled into our seats in a comfortable side dining room, I quickly identified that the steak quesadilla was something I had to try. Believe me, I was not disappointed, as the typically simple dish was served with a delectable salsa verde that I was more than happy to consume in its entirety.

Moving on to the main course, I doubled down on red meat by ordering the steak bowl, featuring seasoned grilled skirt steak atop two eggs (cooked any way you like; I opted for scrambled) and KE potatoes mixed with melted jack cheese, onions, bell peppers and mushrooms.

It was like a perfect dream of what breakfast every day would taste like if our arteries (and wallets) could sustain such a thing.

One of my friends opted for the grilled Scottish salmon, which comes with the vegetable of the day and herb-roasted potatoes. She asked if she could substitute french fries, and they were happy to oblige.

As someone who frequently orders fish, she’s not easy to please, but was more than satisfied with the filet here.

The other companion went for the steak salad, which tops a mix of arugula, roasted

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The retro vibe of Kitchen Eatery’s logo is a perfect match for what you get inside – a kind of classy, 1960s diner feel, but much higher quality food than you’d expect from a typical diner.

The grilled Scottish salmon comes with the vegetable of the day and herb-roasted potatoes – but don’t be afraid to ask if you can substitute another potato side.

The steak salad at Kitchen Eatery quite nicely. potatoes, tomato, asparagus, peppers and shallots with strips of grilled skirt steak. As with all of our choices, it was very well received.

Among the items we didn’t sample are a terrific-sounding selection of sandwich options, including a corned beef sandwich and the “Francheeze,” which the menu describes as a “jumbo all beef hot dog stuffed

Kitchen Eatery reveals on its website that it sources many ingredients from the Midwest, including eggs hits three of the four food groups from Wisconsin, 100 percent pure maple syrup from Michigan, and honey from a with cheddar wrapped in bacon lightly fried and served “local fourth generation bee keeper.” on a toasted roll.” If you’re thinking of breaking a diet in The Mystery Diner is a a big way, that’s got to be the newsroom employee at Subultimate option. urban Life Media. The diner’s Breakfast options alone identity is not revealed to make up almost half the the restaurant staff before or menu, with pancakes, french during the meal. Only positive toasts, waffles and omelets dining experiences will result each getting their own secin published reviews. tion.

Kitchen Eatery • Where: 601 W. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst • Hours: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week • Dress code: Casual • Info: 630-832-9305, www. kitcheneatery.com

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EVENTS

“The Snow Queen,” Friday through Dec. 15, Theatre of Western Springs, 4384 Hampton Ave., Western Springs. Hans Christian Andersen’s classic story reminds us all that good can, indeed, win over evil. Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for children. For information, visit www.theatreofwesternsprings.com.

DEC. 4 “Miracle on 34th Street” Showing, 2 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside.

Refreshments will be provided. For information, call 708-447-0869 or visit www.northriversidelibrary.org.

Wine Wednesdays, 6 to 9 p.m.

Wednesday, Autre Monde Cafe, 6727 W. Roosevelt Road, Berwyn. For information, call 708-775-8122 or visit www.autremondecafe.net.

Dave Herzog’s Marionettes and Santa Claus, 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, North Riverside Public Library, 2400 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside.

Register in advance. For information, call 708-447-0869 or visit www. northriversidelibrary.org.

DEC. 5 Shopping Night with La Grange Area Newcomers & Neighbors and St. Francis Women’s Club, 6 p.m. Thursday, downtown La Grange. Three La Grange stores (Alexandra, Hammer and Vintage Charm) will be offering special discounts. For information, email lgnewcomers@gmail.com.

Tree Lighting at the Commons, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Hillside Commons, 450 N. Elm Street, Hillside. Santa will arrive on a ire engine, then turn on the switch that makes the trees come alive. Following the lighting, Santa will be at the Village Hall Board room until 8:30 p.m. to meet with children. For information, visit www.hillside-il.org.

Brookfield Jazz Society, 7 p.m.

Thursday, The Cottage at Irish Times, 8869 Burlington Ave., Brookield. All meetings start at 7 p.m. with live music starting at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 5: Marc Kritzer - To Jazz or Not to Jazz A Second Look. For information, visit www.brookieldjazz.org.

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Riverside Chamber of Commerce Holiday Stroll, 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, downtown Riverside. For information, visit www.riversidechamberofcommerce.com.

Riverside Township Community Band Holiday Concert, 7:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, North Riverside Village Commons Building, 2401 S. Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside. Free admission. For information, call 708-442-5515 or visit www.northriverside-il.org.

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IRISH TENOR TO SING IN PRC BENEFIT WHERE: Pfeiffer Hall, 310 E. Benton Ave., Naperville, on campus of North Central College WHEN: 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 COST & INFO: “Songs of the Season: A Gavin Coyle Christmas” stars the award-winning, Irish-born tenor in his annual concert for People’s Resource Center. He will be accompanied by pianist Paul Burgess and harpist Karen Banaszewski. Last year, PRC helped almost 32,000 people in DuPage County with food, clothing, emergency assistance and empowerment classes to help break the cycle of poverty. Coyle will sing holiday music popular in the U.S. and his native country, where at age 14, he won the title of All-Ireland Singing Champion. Online tickets cost $30 at tickets.noctrl.edu or call 630-637-SHOW for ticket options. Visit www.peoplesrc.org.

DEC. 7 Free Screening of “Rise of the Guardians,” Saturday, North Riverside Mall Theatre, 7501 W. Cermak Road, North Riverside. Santa will be in North Riverside Mall Food Court with special guests, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, for kids of all ages to enjoy. There will be free face painting, music, fun and prizes. For information, visit www. classiccinemas.com..

Christmas Bazaar, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday, Keatin Hall, behind St. Hugh Church, 4315 Joliet Ave., Lyons. There will be many booths to shop, bake sale, hot lunch available, games, prizes and more. No steps. For information, call 708-387-0869.

Knitting and Crochet Guild of Berwyn Holiday Sale, noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Berwyn Public Library, 2701 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn. Looking for a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift? Show a wide selection of handmade afghans, hats, scarves, slippers, home and holiday decorations, and much more. All proceeds support the KCGB’s charity work for Project Linus and PADS. For information, call 708-795-8000.

Family Holiday Movies at the Library, 1 p.m. Saturday, Lyons Public Library, 4209 Joliet Ave., Lyons. “The Muppet Movie.” For information, call 708-4473577 or visit www.lyonslibrary.org.

Christmas Walk, 2 to 5 p.m. Saturday, downtown Western Springs.

The Christmas Walk in downtown Western Springs is like traveling back in time with plenty of treats and entertainment for the whole family. For information, visit www. westernspringsbusiness.com.

Hometown Holiday in La Grange, 5

to 9 p.m. Saturday, downtown La Grange. Join the community for free activities and entertainment celebrating the spirit and traditions of the season. The merchants, restaurants and businesses will keep their doors open late to warm you with festive open houses and special promotions to jump start your holiday shopping.

For information, visit lgba.com.

16th Street Theater Season Sampler at WIRE, 5 to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, WIRE, 6815 Roosevelt Road, Berwyn.

Enjoy short performances from “2014 Season Seven: How to Be Good,” featuring four premieres by four female writers. Free but advance reservation requested. For information, call 708795-6704.

DEC. 8 Advent Lecture Series by Dr. Bruce Rittenhouse, 10:30 a.m. Sunday, First Presbyterian Church of La Grange, 150 Ashland Ave., La Grange. Rittenhouse is currently teaching ethics at Aurora University. For information, call 708-354-0771.

Christmas Brunch with Santa Claus, 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Courtright’s, 8989 Archer Ave., Willow Springs. Photos with Santa will be available and stockings illed with candy and toys for the children.

Reservations required. For information, call 708-839-8000 or visit www. courtrights.com.

Christmas Benefit Concert with Ala Carte, 1:15 p.m. Sunday, Sisters of St. Joseph, 1515 W. Ogden Ave., La Grange Park. The group Ala Carte will perform. Refreshments, a silent auction and a bake sale will be after

the concert. Admission is a freewill offering. For information, call 708354-9200.

Annual Victorian Christmas Open House, 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Robert Vial House, 7493 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge.

Includes Victorian costumed docents and refreshments. Free admission. For information, call 708-839-9616.

Principle Dance Presents “The Nutcracker Ballet,” 3:30 p.m. Sunday, Riverside Brookield High School, 160 Ridgewood Road, Riverside. The story of a young girl’s magical dream is set to Tchaikovsky’s score. Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door.

For information, call 708-548-5476 or visit www.principledance.com.

Annual Christmas Concert at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, St. John’s Lutheran Church, 505 S. Park Road, La Grange. Suitable for the whole family. “A Little Child Will Lead Them” is the theme of this year’s annual Christmas Concert.

Under the direction of Mr. David Christian, this evening of music will feature St. John’s adult and children’s choirs and ensembles, orchestra and handbell choirs. For information, visit www.sjlagrange.com.

DEC. 9 Holiday Classic Film Festival - “Love Actually,” 7 and 9:30 p.m. Monday, Tivoli Theatre, 5021 Highland Ave., Downers Grove. Starring Liam Neeson, Hugh Grant, Colin Firth, Emma Thompson, Keira Knightly and Laura Linney. Come early and sing-a-long with their Wurlitzer Theatre pipe organ. For information, visit www. classiccinemas.com.

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For good girls and boys Toys in every kids’ letter to Santa

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$149.99 Combining kidtough design with engaging and educational content, the leappad ultra is about as good as a child can get unless he’s using his parent’s ipad. kids can draw, play and write on the ultra’s 7-inch, lEApFROG high-resolution screen.

The leappad ultra offers plenty of entertainment options with 11 preloaded apps, including Art Studio ultra and photo Fun ultra, and an Mp3 player with 10 included songs. Built-in Wi-Fi offers convenient connectivity, and the front-and-back camera and video recorder lets your child take photos and videos. leapfrog.com

Nerf Rebelle Crossbow $24.99 The Nerf Rebelle Alpha crossbow paints foam-blasting warfare pink with this ultra-feminine, customizable, front-loading crossbow that features a rotating barrel. It can hold six foam darts that ricochet one at a time, sending the soft projectiles up to 75 feet. Optional accessories include a smartphone cradle for shooting virtual targets in a mobile game. rebelle.hasbro.com

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$75 (for the starter kit) More than just a video game, Disney Infinity combines real world toys and objects with a video game platform that works with current gaming systems like Xbox, Wii, playStation and Nintendo 3DS. It’s like you dumped the toy box out and brought it to life with your imagination.

The potential for creativity is endless. The starter set includes figures from three Disney/pixar worlds — “pirates of the Caribbean,” “The Incredibles” and “Monsters Inc.” — and tons of add-on characters are available. place the figure on a base to bring it into the game. Characters will battle enemies, solve puzzles and so on. In Toy Box mode players can create their own world and unlock virtual toys, characters and gadgets. infinity.disney.com

$499 The must-have tech toy this season, the kinect Xbox One brings all your live TV, movies, games, music and apps together in MICROSOFT one simple system that’s upgraded with 1080p HD, more precise motion tracking and an enhanced mic. The system allows users to turn on console and TV with voice commands, remembers your face and signs you in automatically. It can switch from a game to TV to music and back in a matter of seconds. Available in November. xbox.com

Zoomer $99.99 Cute, silly and interactive, Zoomer is the family pet with all the fun and none of the responsibility.

With lifelike expressions, Zoomer follows you with his eyes and can understand commands in English, French and Spanish. Multiple sensors help Zoomer mimic the movements of a real dog. He listens and learns, follows voice commands and does tricks like rolling over, playing dead and singing songs.

Zoomer has an iOS and Android app that allows kids to learn how to train their new pet. like a real dog, he’ll wander off when bored and even “pee” in the corner. Targeted to kids 5 and up, even older kids will enjoy playing with this technologically advanced robodog. zoomerpup.com SpIN MASTER lTD.

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ondering what the musthave gifts are in holiday toys? From the latest tech to old-fashioned shoot-em-up fun to educational gifts, these picks are sure to please the young ones. Shop early because these are going to be hot.

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ashion-forward women know it’s all about the details.

Accessories like shoes, belts and bags can make or break an outfit. Here are some picks sure to dazzle the trendsetter in your life.

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$248 Drawstring bags are everywhere this season, and this one will have her seeing spots. This fierce mini drawstring from Marc by Marc Jacobs adds a flirty and exotic touch to any look and is right on trend, sporting calf hair and leather leopard print with royal purple accents. bloomingdales.com

Python Loop Infinity Scarf $38 It’s this season’s must-have shape. The infinity loop or neck ring scarf is perfect for layering over slouchy sweaters or pairing with a structured leather jacket.

The classic snakeskin print is true as nature intended but infused with a pop of color for fun. Super-soft lightweight layers create generous volume without the weight. echodesign.com TRASHANDVAUDEVILLE.COM ECHODESIGN.COM

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$185 The classic Chelsea boot gets a mod update as a sleek bootie. It’s the details that make the difference like the elastic gusset, Cuban heel, smooth matte finish and pull tabs front and back. This leather slip-on also is available in blue and black. trashandvaudeville.com

$125 Like fantasy come to life, this sparkler from Alexis Bittar looks like it costs much more, but seems a steal at $125. With gold tones and ruthenium and crystal accents, this statement piece merges romance and danger with a delicate combination of interwoven lace, stones and spikes to create a contrast of ethereal femininity and Bohemian punk. alexisbittar.com

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Metallic CrocodileEmbossed Belt $45 Style’s a cinch with this polished, sleek and sophisticated leather belt. A skinny ½-inch wide with a golden buckle for a modern flourish, this bronze beauty is perfect for the fashionista who wants to show off her hourglass figure. neimanmarcus.com

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Schedule of Events

1:30 - 3:30 pm Library Open House 118 W. Washington St. 3:00 - 7:00 pm CB&Q Depot - Open for Viewing, Live Music and a Train Exhibit CB&Q Depot, 133 Turner Court 4:00 pm Frosty Procession, Main Street west of IL Rt. 59 Community High School Chamber Choir, Outdoors at the Fox Community Center, 306 Main Street

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4:30 pm Tree Lighting Ceremony at Fox Community Center, 306 Main Street 4:45 - 7:00 pm Fox Community Center Warming Station Open Fox Community Center, 306 Main Street

5:00 pm Performance by the Park District Performing Company and Jr. Combo Classes at the American Legion Hall, 123 Main Street 5:30 pm Community Choir Performance at the American Legion Hall, 123 Main Street • Santa & Mrs. Claus • Ice Sculpture Artist Joe Gagnepain • Live Reindeer • The Upside Downers Quartet • Horse-drawn Wagon Rides • Park District Crafts • Gallery 200 Wonderful & Wearable Exhibit and Sale • City Museum Exhibit Where History & Progress Meet and Craft Activity • Sister Cities’ German Christmas Exhibit • Gingerbread House Contest Display

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$199 Sleek, compact and the best sound in its class, the ultra-compact wireless Bose Soundlink Mini will appeal to almost anyone on your list. This palm-sized speaker is easy to use with simple, clearly labeled buttons and includes a bundled charging cradle you can leave plugged in. It remembers up to six devices, so you’ll only need to sync each one once. bose.com

he hottest tech gifts are usually the most appreciated.

This season’s best gadgets include a watch that does much more than keep time, a small but mighty speaker and an ingenious desktop organizer.

Martian G2G smartwatch $249 With a retro look and an eye on the future, the Martian G2G is an analog watch with voice command technology. Once connected to Bluetooth, the G2G is a hands-free speakerphone that can display incoming text messages and emails with the tap of a button. The slightly rectangular G2G comes with colored faces and matching silicone bands, and black and white models that all look more stylish than geeky. martianwatches. com

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$75 The size of a fat Cuban cigar, the 3Doodler is a handheld 3-D printer that works just like a regular pen — a pen that can draw 3-D objects. unlike other 3-D printers, the 3Doodler is price-point friendly at $75. Quite simple, but pretty brilliant, the 3Doodler is sort of like a hot glue gun with the ability to print a fine line of plastic.

Available for pre-order with shipment in February. the3doodler.com

$49.95 It’s a high-tech solution to a low-tech problem: Justick is the next generation’s bulletin, display and white board that will simplify work with electrostatic force. No pins, glue, magnets or tape required; just pop in some AA batteries and the electricity flowing through the surface attracts all kinds of paper, CDs and other objects. justick.com

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$599 While everyone’s talking about Google Glass electronic eyewear, a less-expensive alternative exists. The Recon Jet, a heads-up display specifically designed for athletes, puts the display lens at the lower part of the wearer’s vision rather than the top. The Jet features smartphone pairing with iphone and Android plus GpS, accelerometer, gyroscope, magnetometer, thermometer, altimeter and barometer for a ton of information that can also be paired with wireless sensors to monitor heart rate and cadence. However, this won’t be a Christmas-morning gift: A limited quantity is available first-come, first-served, with orders shipping in Feburary. jet.reconinstruments.com

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(BPT) - Guys can be the hardest people to shop for, and finding the perfect gift has become a daunting holiday tradition. Sure, they will appreciate the thought behind another bundle of tube socks - and might even wear them - but there are gifts that bring a wow factor and make even the most stoic guys light up like a little kid.

Give tools for do-it-yourself projects You may not know every project the DIYer in your life is working on, so choose a multi-purpose tool. Tools like the Klutch Cordless Impact Wrench from Northern Tool + Equipment are the perfect partner for all those auto, construction or equipment maintenance projects.

This 24-volt, cordless wrench delivers heavy torque and includes four different sockets assuring he has the right piece for any job.

Fill his garage or man cave Every guy has a little space in the home he likes to call his own.

For some it’s the garage, for others it’s the man cave in the house, and for others maybe the garage is his man cave. Wherever he chooses to relax, he might enjoy a personalized beer pitcher or an under-the-counter fridge. His garage will also look great with a new toolbox or shop stool.

Find the unexpected Finding a gift he might get from a buddy will be a pleasant surprise for him. The Harley-Davidson 7-Liter Pilsner Glass from Kotula’s will turn heads and create a lot of laughs.

This giant beer glass can hold up to about 18 cans of his favorite beer and will make a big statement.

If you use these shopping tips for the guys in your life, you won’t even need to check your holiday list twice. With a good plan in mind, you’ll find options he will enjoy and actually use.

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Add to a collection Adding to a guy’s collection is a great gift idea. If you’re unsure about what to choose, ask him what he collects and what he needs to take it to the next level. He will be flattered you’re showing interest and you’ll gain valuable insight into that perfect gift.

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for the person who has everything

Clever and cool

unique finds for the person who has everything

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veryone has those hard-to-buy-for people in their lives. If you’ve got a person on your list who goes out and buys everything they want right when it comes out, you’ll have to think outside the box. A few ideas:

Cookies for Kids’ Cancer $29.99 For the person who really has everything, how about giving something that gives back? The yummy cookies from Cookies for Cancer support children’s cancer research and come beautifully gift-wrapped with a personalized note. Choose from a variety of flavors, including lemon sugar, chocolate chip, chewy oatmeal raisin and white chocolate macadamia nut. cookiesforkidscancer.org

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$175 Originally designed for urban gardening for city dwellers, the Big Happy Family is a clever modular wall system of a base grid and interchangeable, magnetic vessels that can hold anything from plants to paperclips, paraphernalia and more. urbio keeps them organized in a cool modern style. Also available in a $75 smaller-sized Happy Family. myurbio.com

Personalized Lucite Tray $150 Iomoi specializes in merging sophistication with whimsy, and this handmade lucite tray is both fun and practical. Available in a variety of happy designs with a retro vibe, these delightful trays are well-made and oh-so stylish. iomoi.com

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$39 This window-mounted rainbow maker is sure to cheer up any room. The genuine Swarovski crystal rotates and refracts sunlight to create a swirl of rainbows on a sunny day. A solar panel produces power to revolve the machine. kikkerland.com

$169.95 Turn a simple shower into a media-rich bathing experience with Hammacher Schlemmer’s ipad Musical Shower Curtain, which features built-in speakers and a waterproof pocket for an ipad. The pocket zips closed from the outside, ensuring it stays safe from moisture, and its integral audio cable connects an ipad, iphone, Android phone or Mp3 player to two speakers in the upper left and right corners of the curtain. hammacher.com

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Holiday Sale

Christmas Day has become a big day in the movie business. Many studios now release big-budget films on December 25th, and audiences have recently flocked to the theaters to see some of their favorite stars in films that opened on Christmas Day or shortly before. According to Box Office Mojo, an online movie publication and box office reporting service, no film has fared better on Christmas Day than “Sherlock Holmes,” which premiered on December 25, 2009, earning just under $25 million in its initial day onscreen. “Avatar,” the 2009 James Cameron film that would go on to gross $760 million in domestic receipts alone, holds the distinction of earning the second most money on Christmas Day, when it earned a little more than $23 million despite having already been out in the theaters one full week. The 2004 Ben Stiller film “Meet the Fockers” opened three days before Christmas but still managed to earn $19.5 million on Christmas Day. A pair of 2012 films, the latest big screen adaptation of “Les Miserables” ($18 million) and Quentin Tarantino’s “Django Unchained” ($15 million), round out the top five highest grossing films on Christmas Day. Numerous films are slated to open on December 25, 2013, including Stiller’s “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” and “Jack Ryan: Shadow Recruit,” starring Chris Pine and Kevin Costner.

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(MS) -- The holidays are a perfect time to indulge in treats and spread the joy of baking with gifts that encourage friends and family to discover their inner baker. This season, there’s more to choose from in the baking category with the launch of Cake Boss, an extensive line of more than 200 “Buddy approved” baking items designed in collaboration with Buddy Valastro, the star of TLC’s hit reality show, “Cake Boss.” Offered

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Here’s a “baker’s dozen” list of gift ideas and creative ways to be sweet on anyone who’s been extra good this year.

Gifts For the Artistic Baker: For avid bakers who enjoy expressing their creativity through baking, a gift of a Cake Boss Cake Kit ($29.99) includes everything needed to bake like the pros. Ideal for the holiday season, the Cake Boss Winter Cake Kit includes five stainless steel cutters (two holiday bulbs, a small circle, one tree and one reindeer), and five plastic plunge cutters (two holly leaves and three snowflakes) to create fun shapes in rolled fondant. A ribbon cutter helps cut fluted or straight decorative strips in fondant or gum paste, and stainless steel decorating tips in star and round shapes (combined with the kit’s disposable plastic piping bags) make it easy as pie to pipe borders and create icing designs. An instructional booklet is included to guide bakers each step of the way.

For Serious Cooks and Bakers: Professional quality bakeware does double duty for baking up delicious, savory recipes, as well as sweets. The Cake Boss Professional 13x18-inch Jelly Roll Pan ($17.99) holds up to the rigors of frequent use with heavy-duty aluminized steel, commercial-style folded construction, and reinforced wire rims. Ideal for baking flaky pastry appetizers, as well as roasts of all kinds, the Cake Boss Professional Jelly Roll Pan distributes heat fast and evenly, and won’t warp or bend. A unique quilted, light-colored nonstick surface promotes even airflow for pro-style results.

Family Friendly Gifts: Buying individual presents for each member of a family with children of different ages can end up being costly and time consuming. A family group gift is a practical solution that also can encourage spending time together. One idea is to put together a “Cookie and a Movie Night” gift package with a few innovative tools for baking cookies, your own favorite cookie recipe, a decadent hot chocolate mix, and a DVD for a classic family-friendly movie. For the cookie baking tools, the Cake Boss Linzer Cutters 6-Piece Set ($16.99) in “Classic” and “Holiday” styles make it fun to customize these scrumptious sandwich cookies.

The Cake Boss Beechwood Rolling Pin ($29.99) has just the right weight and size to roll out cookie dough with ease, and a wide assortment of Cake Boss Cookie & Fondant Cutters ($16.99) in fun shapes like Stars, Hearts, Daisies, Round and Square provide multiple ways to make cookies in varying sizes.

Cookies To-Go: Cookie exchange parties are a great way to get in the holiday spirit and sample some new recipes. Surprise the host by pairing your cookies with a gift of the Cake Boss Deluxe 10x15-inch Covered Cookie Pan ($16.99). Bake the cookies and transport them right in this innovatively designed pan. Helpful drop zones stamped on the surface ensure uniform-

ly sized cookies. Long-lasting nonstick on both the interior and exterior surfaces prevent cookies from sticking and speeds up cleaning time. Finally, wide handles with red silicone grips in fun rolling pin shapes, and a translucent, tight-locking cover, make this cookie pan perfect for transporting baked treats to and from get-togethers.

Teacher Treats: If you have school age children, don’t forget a special treat for their teachers. Sculpted in glossy ceramic to resemble a bow-wrapped gift, the colorful pink and brown Cake Boss “Present” Cookie Jar and the seasonally themed red and green Cake Boss “Holiday” Cookie Jar ($39.99 each) are sure to impress, especially when you include home-baked cookies inside. Print your recipe on a pretty card and add to the cookie jar to be sure it never goes empty!

Two-for-One Hostess Gifts: Be extra sweet to your holiday party host with a dual gift of both a dessert and the Cake Boss Cake Carrier ($39.99) used to handily transport it. Offered in four retro-inspired styles, each durable and easy-to-clean Cake Boss Cake Carrier is spacious enough to hold a standard 9-inch two-layer round cake, cheesecake, pie, or other treat. The lid latches tightly on both sides of the base to protect delicious treats while they’re in transit and keep tempted fingers away!

For The “Cake Boss” Wannabe: It’s fast and easy to bake intricate looking cakes like “the Boss” with the Cake Boss 6-Cup Cakelette Pan ($16.99). Available in five different molded designs -- Star, Heart, Groovy Girl, Circle and Square -- each Cake Boss Cakelette Pan makes six individual portion, tiered mini cakes that look like they came straight out of Carlo’s Bakery.

In addition to gifting, you can use the assorted pan designs to host a mini cake-decorating holiday party.

Guests can decorate their own “cakelette” with icings, sprinkles, colored sugars, and even fondant.

Stocking Stuffers and More Under $15: Affordable prep tools are great additions to a baking enthusiast’s stocking stuffer. They also work well as grab bag gifts and extra special toppers to ribbon wrapped presents.

The set of two Cake Boss Nylon Bowl Scrapers ($8.99), crafted in durable nylon edged with flexible silicone, ensure that every last bit of batter, buttercream, and sauce gets scraped out of bowls. The heat-resistant Cake Boss Scraping Spatula with Measurement Marks ($11.99) features a durable red silicone tool head with a convenient reference chart of measure equivalents for cups, ounces, tablespoons, teaspoons and milliliters. For more whimsy in the kitchen, the Cake Boss “My Kitchen My Rules” Spoonula ($9.99) with flexible red silicone head for mixing, stirring, and spooning, includes one of Buddy’s favorite catchphrases imprinted on it.

Gifts For The Unexpected: It’s a smart idea to keep a few prewrapped gifts on hand when you need a last minute token for a neighbor, friend or host. For example, pair the Cake Boss 4-Piece Measuring Spoons Set ($6.99) with a boxed gourmet mix for scones, and a small bottle of quality vanilla extract. Wrap everything in cellophane with a colorful bow for the perfect last-minute gift.

Learn more about Cake Boss baking products and watch instructional cake decorating videos starring Buddy Valastro at www.cakebossbaking.com; like Cake Boss baking products at www.facebook.com/CakeBossBaking, or follow Cake Boss on Twitter@CakeBossBaking.

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Music, movies and Amazon’s ever-growing trove of e-books are just some of the features that make the Kindle Fire a popular choice. * Though small, the iPad mini has all of the features of a larger iPad but in a more kid-friendly size. Many parents prefer the iPad mini for their children because they have Apple products and appreciate being able to share with their kids apps and information among all of the devices.

Determining if a child is ready for a tablet is a difficult decision for parents, who must assess how well the child handles responsibility, toys and electronics in the home. Adults may opt for a more durable, less expensive tablet as an introduction to tablets for children and then gravitate toward more “adult” options as their children prove they can be responsible with the device.

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on the device. But a growing number of child-friendly tablets have entered the market, and such devices are designed to be more durable for children who have a tendency to drop and destroy things.

Those on the fence about whether or not to purchase a tablet for a child can consider these options. * The Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 Kids is a tablet that comes with a selection of educational functions, games and e-books. The device allows parents to decide which apps can be accessed on the device and restrict use to certain periods of time. The Galaxy Tab 3 Kids boasts a seven-inch screen and will run Android 4.1 or Jelly Bean. The front and rear facing cameras are considerably lower in quality than Samsung’s previous products, down to 3-megapixels and 1.3-megapixels, respectively. * The VTech InnoTab tailors apps to children in a compact device. The screen is just five inches in size, and the tablet comes packed with interactive e-books, learning games and other creative tools.

It also has a modest price tag for a child’s first foray into the world of tablets. * The LeapFrog Leappad Ultra is a kid’s learning tablet designed for children between the ages of four and nine. It comes with a seven-inch screen, Wi-Fi with kid-safe Web access and the ability to connect to a library of more than 800 educator-approved apps, books and more. * The nabi is an Android tablet that

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Tablets are poised to grow more popular in the years to come, and many children are anxious to get their very own tablet. But many parents wonder if their kids are ready for a tablet and if such devices would make good gifts for their youngsters this holiday season.

According to a 2012 report from Pew Research, 22 percent of American adults now own some type of tablet, while In-Stat research estimates 65 percent of Americans, or more than 200 million people, will have a smartphone and/or tablet by 2015. According to a Fall 2012 report by the Media Technology Monitor, an estimated 26 percent of the Canadian population has a tablet, more than twice the amount of tablet owners just a year earlier.

As tablets become the device of choice, many different manufacturers have entered the tablet market, and children have begun to ask for tablets for holiday gifts, leaving parents wondering if their children are responsible enough to own a tablet that may cost several hundreds of dollars.

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Great gifts for music fans usic remains an art form that evokes strong emotions and holds a special place in many a listener's heart. The nearly universal appeal of music makes it a great gift come the holiday season, when shoppers may not always know what to buy a loved one. The following are a few gift ideas that are sure to have your favorite music fan singing your praises this holiday season. * Concert tickets: Perhaps no gift makes music fans' hearts race more than tickets to see their favorite musicians perform. Your loved one probably has a favorite artist or someone he or she has long desired to see live. Look into that performer's tour dates to see if they are playing your area anytime soon. If they're playing just before the holiday season, don't hesitate to give this gift a little early.

The same approach should be taken if an artist will be in town within a day or two of Christmas or Chanukah. Giving the tickets early enables your loved one the chance to clear his or her schedule. * Musical instrument: It's never too early or too late to learn how to play a new instrument. Shoppers whose loved ones love a good rock-and-roll riff might find guitars make a great holiday gift, while those who can't stop playing air drums should enjoy finding a real drum set come the holidays. When buying guitars, shoppers should learn which hand their loved ones favor.

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* Music lessons: Lessons are the next logical step once a music fan has the instruments to work with. But even those without an instrument of their own can benefit from music lessons. For example, music lovers who want to learn piano can make use of lessons even if they don't have their own pianos at home. Lessons can be a great way for music lovers to gauge their skill levels before buying an expensive instrument. In addition, lessons can turn music lovers on to new instruments or new types of music they may never have considered previously. * Sound system: Advancements in technology have proven to be music to music lovers' ears. Music fans can now take advantage of crisp sound systems that make music that much more enjoyable. Sound systems come in many shapes and sizes, and they can vary significantly in regard to price. When purchasing a sound system as a holiday gift, look for one that's compatible with your loved one's existing components, such as a television or music player. * Streaming service membership: Unlike the days when music fans had to wait for local deejays to play their favorite songs on the radio, today's music fans can essentially create their own radio stations on their computers and even on their phones. Shoppers can buy their favorite music fans subscriptions to streaming services, such as Pandora or Spotify, and listeners can then tailor their own stations to include their favorite genres, artists or individual songs.

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* Local merchants tend to be more knowledgeable about their products.

Large chain stores might have many employees working on the floor or behind the registers, but those employees are not always experts on the products being sold throughout the store. Local merchants tend to have less inventory and fewer employees, who often know a great deal about the products on the shelves. Some employees might even have developed the products being sold, and that knowledge can be put to use when uncertain shoppers are looking for the perfect gift for their loved ones. * Local merchants are more accessible. Arguably the biggest benefit of shopping locally for gifts is the proximity to home. Consumers who buy products from merchants within their community won’t have to travel far to do their shopping, nor will they need to gas up the car if the item needs to be returned or exchanged. Some local merchants may even be within walking distance of home, making a shopping trip even more accessible.

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he average adult must shop for gifts for friends or family members several times over the course of a typical year.

Birthdays, holidays and anniversaries are often the driving force behind such excursions, but some people will buy a gift for a loved one even if there is no special occasion attached.

When buying gifts for those we love, many consumers hope to find something unique. But unique items can be hard to find at the local shopping mall, where national chain stores tend to dominate. That reality highlights just one of the many benefits of shopping locally. * Local merchants tend to have more unique merchandise. A national chain store on one side of the country is not much different from its counterpart on the opposite coast. The stores’ layouts are likely identical and so is their inventory. Unlike such corporate giants, local merchants aren’t mass-producing their items, and chances are the items sold by local merchants are one-of-akind. Such items make for more unique gifts that recipients might find more thoughtful than an item they can find at larger chain stores. * Local merchants often provide more satisfying customer service. Larger chains tend to rely on automated systems to handle many of their customer service calls. Some consumers may never even speak to a real person when they call a customer service line, while others may first have to answer several automated questions before finally being connected to a real person. Local merchants tend to handle their own customer service, and consumers who have a concern or question about a product often speak directly with the store’s owner. That sense of direct connection gives consumers some peace of mind and can make them more comfortable when making their purchases.

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Staying home for the holidays can save families a significant amount of time during this busy time of year.

Finding time during the holiday season erhaps no time of year is as busy as the holiday season, when social engagements and holiday shopping combine to dominate so much of what is normally our free time. Additionally, holiday travel and late nights spent at work to make up for lost time also cut into our free time, leaving many people in search of ways to add more hours to the day.

Though there’s no way to make a day last longer, there are ways to save some time this holiday season. * Go it alone. Holiday shopping can be very time consuming, but shoppers who decide to shop alone may find themselves more productive and focused on the task at hand.

Rather than going from store to store and checking items off multiple shopping lists, shoppers who shop singularly can devote all of their attention to their own lists. * Shop online. Another way to save time when shopping for the holidays is to shop online. This saves you the time it takes to drive to and from the mall and walk around multiple stores, all the while saving you from the often frustrating and time-consuming experience of finding a parking space. In addition, you can shop online at any time of day. So rather than just eating lunch at your desk on your lunch hour or spending the last hour before you go to bed for the night idling away on the couch, you can make more efficient use of that time by doing some holiday shopping. * Plan ahead. Whether shopping for holiday gifts, taking the family to buy a Christmas tree or organizing a holiday dinner with friends, the more you can plan ahead of the holiday season the less time you will waste once the season hits full swing. For example, when choosing a weekend

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Hosting a holiday dinner is a big undertaking, one that often finds hosts spending a significant amount of time in the kitchen. But hosts can save time by taking some shortcuts regarding the menu. For instance, when hosting an especially large meal, don’t be afraid to buy some premade side dishes from a local grocery store or buy a bakery cake rather than whipping up your own homemade dessert. Guests will understand if you cut some corners in an effort to save some time, and the food will likely be just as delicious. * Stay home. Travel is a big commitment come the holiday season, but what about staying home this season? If the time commitment of traveling is something you truly want to avoid this year, invite some friends and family over to your home instead.

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The Dallas Cowboys will come calling Monday Night at Soldier Field in front of a national TV audience, traveling a course that could be the exact opposite of where the Bears are heading.

After jumping out to a 3-0 and 4-2 start to the season, the Bears have lost four of their last six, including division games to the Lions and Vikings.

The Cowboys, on the other hand, come in at 7-5 and winners of five of their last seven, including division wins over the Giants, Eagles and Redskins.

While the Bears are running away from the playoffs, the Cowboys just might be running into them.

Dallas has struggled to run the ball all season, ranking just 27th in rushing, but they are 15th in the league in

passing. Tony Romo is second in the league in avoiding interceptions, and the Cowboys are eighth protecting the passer and fourth in scoring, just ahead of the sixth-place Bears.

On defense, the Cowboys have been awful, dead last in the league in yards allowed, 27th vs. the run, 31st vs. the pass and 22nd in points allowed.

Statistically, the Cowboys and Bears have a lot in common.

They also have a lot in common on the defensive line, where each has one of the best players in the game – DeMarcus Ware for the Cowboys and Julius Peppers with the Bears. Beyond those two, both clubs have been devastated by injuries.

Dallas has had 19 different players get reps on their defensive line this season.

One constant for the Cowboys, though, is Romo, who’s taken every snap at quarterback this season and is again playing at a very high level.

Romo has completed 64.8 percent of his 440 attempts for 3,140 yards, 24 touchdowns and only seven inter-

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ceptions. His passer rating of 97.3 is eighth in the NFL, oddly right behind Josh McCown, who is seventh at 103.6.

As luck would have it and as badly as the Bears’ run defense needs a break, the Cowboys are coming off their best rushing game of the season, racking up 144 yards on 30 carries Thanksgiving Day against the Raiders.

DeMarco Murray is the bellcow and, in addition to 63 yards on 17 carries against the Raiders, he notched three touchdowns on the ground.

The Cowboys really only have two receivers who scare you, but Jason Witten is a future Hall of Famer at tight end, and at 6-2 and 222 pounds, Dez Bryant is one of the only receivers in the league who can match Brandon Marshall’s production.

Since the beginning of 2011, Bryant has caught 223 passes for 3,206 yards and 30 touchdowns.

Dallas’ offensive line is average at best, but left tackle Tyron Smith is athletic enough to battle Julius Peppers. Former Northern Illinois Huskie Doug Free, at right tackle, could be too

much for Shea McClellin.

In addition to their struggle to keep defensive linemen healthy, the Cowboys also have been without their second best defensive player, middle linebacker Sean Lee, who’s been out the past three weeks with a hamstring injury. But he plans on returning versus the Bears.

Brandon Carr has been a solid free agency acquisition at one cornerback spot, but Morris Claiborne, who Dallas traded up to draft in the first round last year, is suffering a bit of sophomore slump. Dallas also has really struggled at safety, where J.J. Wilcox and Barry Church are the starters.

Dallas’ special teams are among the league’s best in all categories and most of their special teamers were coached until this year by Bears Special Teams Coach and Assistant Head Coach Joe Decamillis.

This game has all the makings of a shootout, much like the Cowboys’ 3130 loss to Detroit five weeks ago, and it’s one the Bears have to have to retain any hope of a trip to the playoffs.

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dling teams – the Packers (Mason Crosby) and Ravens (Justin Tucker). Denver, the league’s highest-scoring team, has the league’s fifth-highest scoring kicker in Matt Prater.

The high-flying Saints have the No. 11 kicker in Garrett Hartley.

The same challenge exists in selecting a fantasy defense.

The best defenses aren’t always the best defenses in fantasy. For much of the season, Houston had one of the NFL’s top-ranked defenses, but it ranked dead last in terms of fantasy production.

The Cowboys have one of the

league’s worst defenses – they are ranked No. 31 against the pass – but they are No. 7 in fantasy points.

Are there defenses or kickers on your league’s waiver wire that can help deliver a championship to your team?

Let’s start with kickers.

Blair Walsh, Garrett Hartley and Caleb Sturgis are likely available, but all three face a brutal schedule in the upcoming weeks. Stay away. Adam Vinatieri has lit it up two of the last three weeks. He may not be available, but even if he is, the Colts are at Cincinnati this week and at Kansas City in three weeks. He does have a nice matchup at home against Houston sandwiched in between.

Three likely available kickers have ideal upcoming matchups. Dan Carpenter of Buffalo is at Tampa, at Jacksonville and home against Miami. The Chiefs’ Ryan Succop

is at Washington, at Oakland and home versus Indianapolis. Nick Novak of San Diego is at home versus the Giants, travels to Denver and is at home against the Raiders in week 16.

It might be a bit tougher to find an available defense.

Arizona is available in 56 percent of ESPN leagues.

They have St. Louis at home, travel to Tennessee and then travel to Seattle. The first two games look like nice matchups, but you can’t rely on them in Week 16 in Seattle.

The Cowboys are available in 73 percent of ESPN leagues and have some intriguing matchups. They face the Bears on Monday night.

In Week 15, they have the Packers at home. It’s a great matchup for them if Aaron Rodgers does not play. In Week 16, they face another struggling team when they travel to Washington.

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Kickers and defenses have become an afterthought in fantasy football.

There’s good reason for this: Because of most scoring systems, a solid output from your kicker or defense – say, 11 points – would be a disappointment from your starting running back or front-line receiver.

Still, having the right kicker and defense can be the difference between a fantasy championship and an early round playoff exit.

There’s a certain editor of a certain media company (rhymes with “claw”) who can tell you all about the importance of a fantasy defense.

We squared off in 2006 with our league’s championship on the line. Headed into the night game, he held a 30-point advantage. With nothing

but my defense remaining, the game was all but over.

That evening, Rex Grossman delivered several balls to the Green Bay defense … thus delivering a championship to yours truly.

For the most part, picking the right defense and/or kicker is a crapshoot. Some owners use the strategy of playing week-to-week matchups, picking their defense and/or kicker from the waiver wire.

The problem with this strategy – especially as it relates to your defense – is that you are continually selecting the best of the worst.

The conundrum with selecting a kicker is that the highest-scoring offenses don’t always produce the best fantasy kickers. The top-scoring fantasy kickers are Stephen Gostkowski (Patriots) and Steven Hauschka (Seahawks).

OK, that makes sense, but Nos. 3 and 4 are from mid-

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Nazareth’s Will Colmery takes on a blocker in a playoff game against Sycamore on Nov. 9. Colmery was a leader and standout for the Roadrunners this season.

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Colmery a star among stars for Nazareth

By DAN SANTAROMITA dsantaromita@shawmedia.com LA GRANGE PARK – Throughout the fall season, Nazareth coach Tim Racki praised the team mentality his Roadrunners displayed, but even with that in mind, Will Colmery stood out.

The senior defensive end earned a scholarship to play at Purdue, was named to the Class 5A all-state team and is the Suburban Life all-area football MVP. Colmery was a star on a team that had many standouts and numerous contributors.

“From Day 1 we had some

Will Colmery Height: 6-foot-5 Weight: 248 Year: Senior Position: Defensive end great senior leaders,” Colmery said. “All of us just kind of came together and said we need to bond together as a team if we want to be successful. We knew that would be an important role in our season.”

The end result was an 8-3 season that included a six-game winning streak that extended into the playoffs. The Road-

runners featured a number of sophomore standouts and even some freshmen as well.

“It was kind of a classless system where the best player played, but we didn’t care if somebody was a sophomore,” Colmery said. “We were hanging out with all of our teammates so it was a really special year for us. I was sad when it was over, but it was a really great experience being a part of a good group of senior guys. We went through a lot together. It was fulfilling for sure.”

After the season ended, Colmery took a little bit of time off to let some lingering

injuries heal up. He is getting back into the weight room trying to prepare for the next journey on his football career.

The Western Springs resident heads to Purdue next year where he hopes to be a part of a turnaround at the program. The Boilermakers went 1-11 this season and suffered their first 10-game losing streak since 1908.

Colmery started his playing days in a house league in Western Springs and followed his two older brothers to Nazareth. From the time he started playing football at Naz, he knew his goal was to play Division I football. Pur-

due fit in a couple more ways as well.

“I was really able to relate with the coaches really well,” Colmery said. “I really liked their new staff. They went through a tough season this year, but I think that’s a good opportunity because they’re playing a lot of freshmen right now and sometimes they say that Rome wasn’t built in a day.

“I feel like there’s definitely an upside at Purdue and I think we’re going to be able to do great things. Playing in the Big Ten has always been my dream. It’s a big stage. I’m really looking forward to that.”

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School: Morton Year: Senior Impact: The Mustang defensive lineman was a bright spot this season. He joined the program as a raw athlete his sophomore year and departs as a senior captain and an all-conference pick.

School: Nazareth School: Fenwick Year: Senior Year: Senior Impact: Brindley led the Roadrunners Impact: The senior quarterback in tackles this fall with 83 and had racked up 2,076 yards and 25 two interceptions and a forced touchdowns for the Friars. The fumble. The speedy all-conference all-conference pick was a stabidefensive back was part of a quartet lizing force who made big plays of senior captains that drew praise when defenses keyed on running from coach Tim Racki all year. back Robert Spillane.

School: Nazareth School: Fenwick Year: Senior Year: Senior Impact: The all-area MVP is headed Impact: At 6-foot-7, 315 pounds, it’s to Purdue as a defensive end. At no secret why Cooney is a domi6-foot-5 and 248 pounds, Colmery nant high school offensive lineman. is a physical presence on the line.

He was a big part of why the Friars He earned all-state and all-conhad a successful rushing attack ference honors with 38 tackles, and was an all-conference player in including six for loss. the Chicago Catholic League White.

Tommy Fiedler

Louis Grigoletti

Marlon Hester

Byron Jackson

Marcell Kellum

School: Morton Year: Senior Impact: Hester put in the work to have a strong senior season and it showed on the field. The all-conference running back was a quick, tough runner for the Mustangs and carried the offense.

School: Proviso West Year: Senior Impact: This all-conference player showed dynamic speed and open field running ability not only as a wide receiver, but as a kick returner. He took one back 93 yards against Glenbard West and was a big-play threat on offense.

School: Lyons Township Year: Senior Impact: Kellum emerged as a top target in the Lions’ passing game this season. The wide receiver had team-highs in receptions (48) and yards (604). The all-conference pick caught seven touchdowns.

School: Lyons Township School: Riverside Brookfield Year: Junior Year: Junior Impact: Fiedler had little trouImpact: Grigoletti was called the ble stepping in as the varsity foundation of RB’s offensive line quarterback this fall. The LT by coach Brendan Curtin. The junior passed for 1,738 yards junior captain, who is up to 25 with 16 touchdowns and just two career varsity starts, played left interceptions. He added two more tackle and doubled as a defensive touchdowns on the ground. lineman late in the season.

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Tourney title starts LT’s season on right foot

By DAN SANTAROMITA dsantaromita@shawmedia.com LA GRANGE – It didn’t take long for Lyons Township’s boys basketball team to demonstrate the current team is very different from the Lions’ squads of the past two years.

For one, they’re winning more. LT went 2-1 against quality opposition in their own Thanksgiving tournament to open the season. They beat Argo 65-44 in the opener

and Fenwick 71-60 in the tournament finale, only losing in overtime to Morton. LT won the tournament via tiebreaker.

The Lions are also drawing bigger crowds. A frenzied student section cheered on LT during the tourney, which was something the players noticed right away.

“We love the crowd support,” junior guard Harrison Niego said. “That’s definitely increased this year. It’s a lot more fun playing in front of people. They’re loud. It gives

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us a home court advantage.”

Niego himself is also a different player from a year ago.

As a sophomore last year, he was a steady point guard with obvious talent, but he said this year he’s being more aggressive offensively. LT coach Tom Sloan called him a gym rat and the dedication to getting better showed in early games.

He put up a career-high 24 points against Argo and then nearly matched that two games later with 23 against Fenwick.

“Obviously, Harrison is a really good player,” Sloan said. “That’s why he was up with us last year. He has a lot of confidence and he’s fundamentally sound, but we’re more than just Harrison. We got contributions from a lot of guys.”

Niego was LT’s only double figure scorer against Argo, but senior forward Matt Mrazek added nine points and 15 rebounds. Omarr Gilbert

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LT 65, Argo 44 LT leaders: Harrison Niego 24 points; Matt Mrazek 9 points, 15 rebounds

Morton 82, LT 79 (OT) LT leaders: Niego 16 points; Sam Cybulski 16 points; Chris Hester 15 points; Mrazek 7 points, 14 rebounds

LT 71, Fenwick 60 LT leaders: Niego 23 points; Jim Cullen 11 points; Jaquan Phipps 11 points

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Matt Mrazek

Lewis Rogers

School: Nazareth School: Nazareth Year: Junior Year: Senior Impact: Kelly-Martin, who is drawing Impact: Lockie was a leader on Division I interest as a linebacker, and off the field for the Roadrunled the team with five sacks. He also ners. The 5-foot-11, 270-pound had 63 tackles, two interceptions all-conference selection was one and a forced fumble to be one of of the smaller lineman on Naz’s just seven juniors to be named East big front, but he made up for it Suburban Catholic all-conference. with his play.

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School: Lyons Township Year: Senior Impact: The two-way standout showed why he is headed to play for Lafayette in the Patriot League next year. Mrazek caught 44 passes for 427 yards and seven touchdowns, and led the defense with three interceptions.

School: Riverside Brookfield School: Lyons Township Year: Senior Year: Junior Impact: Rogers did a little bit of evImpact: The junior running back erything for the Bulldogs. He played crossed the 1,000-yard mark this wide receiver, defensive back and season with 1,053 and totaled 14 returned kicks. He had 349 yards and touchdowns in his first full varsity five touchdowns on offense, seven season. He averaged more than 6 interceptions on defense and a kick yards per carry and was all-conferreturn touchdown on special teams. ence in the West Suburban Silver.

Leonard Ross

Richard Schoen

Ryan Smith

Robert Spillane

Michael Stec

School: Fenwick Year: Senior Impact: Schoen led the Friars with 795 receiving yards and had four touchdowns. He may have been most impressive as a defensive back, though. Schoen hauled in nine interceptions and made 66 tackles.

School: Fenwick Year: Senior Impact: Smith’s best performance may have come in the second round state playoff loss to Wheaton North, when he had 105 yards receiving and three touchdowns.

The tight end led the Friars with 44 receptions and 11 touchdowns.

School: Fenwick School: Nazareth School: Proviso West Year: Senior Year: Senior Year: Senior Impact: He had the most impressive Impact: The Roadrunners had a Impact: It was a disappointing season of any player in the area. The strong defensive line this season season for the Panthers, but the Western Michigan recruit averaged and Stec was at the heart of that Northern Illinois tight end recruit 7.51 yards per carry to total 1,562 success. He totaled 39 tackles, showed off why the Huskies yards and 17 touchdowns on the with five going for a loss, to earn a offered him a scholarship. Tolliver ground. He also had 23 receptions spot on the East Suburban Cathowas an all-conference selection in for 223 yards and five more TDs. lic all-conference team. the West Suburban Silver.

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Honorable mention Fenwick: Chris Hawthorne, Noah Murphy, Ben Rimmele and Mike Kozyra, Keshaun Smith A.J. Villarreal Lyons Township: Brent Moskiewicz, Morton: Darrin Gipson

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Sam Cybulski and Niego each scored 16 and Chris Hester added 15. In the tournament finale, Jim Cullen and Jaquan Phipps came off the bench to score 11 points each.

“We have four, five, six guys on the perimeter that can knock down shots,” Sloan said. “Then you throw in Matt Mrazek, Chris Hester and Nathan Albertini, who are going to be a factor around the basket. Now that gives us a lot of options with which to score.”

Nazareth: Danny Bakovich, Jack Dolan, Kevin Jackson, Julian Love and Jack Shutak

Griffin Furlong and Sean Lannan also played notable minutes to give the Lions a legitimate 10-player rotation.

The Lions look primed to be much improved from the squads that posted losing records each of the past two seasons, but their goals go beyond simply winning most of their games.

“We want to win a conference championship and we want to go deep in the playoffs,” Niego said. “I think these guys on the team have worked real hard in the offseason. I know I’ve seen it. They’ve been working real hard on improving in both their skills and their physical strength and quickness.”

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Lyons Township’s Harrison Niego goes up for a layup in the Lions’ game against Argo on Nov. 27.

Niego scored a career-high 24 points in an LT victory.

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Page 56 • CCK • Suburban Life - Wednesday, December 4, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF BEAR STEARNS ASSET BACKED SECURITIES I LLC, ASSETBACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE5 Plaintiff, -v.GEORGE ZAHAROPOULOS, VILLA VENICE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION SIMKO Defendants 10 CH 035476 1003 8TH AVENUE UNIT #3 LA GRANGE, IL 60525 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 1, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 6, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1003 8TH AVENUE UNIT #3, LA GRANGE, IL 60525 Property Index No. 18-09-407003-1123, Property Index No. 1809-407-003-1208.

The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse.

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 tax-

sp sp es levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-07456.

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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-07456 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 035476 TJSC#: 33-22473 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be debt llect at

ey deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I574508 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC MORTGAGE SERVICE, INC. Plaintiff, -v.PEARLIE M. GIBSON A/K/A PEARLIE GIBSON Defendants 10 CH 053339 2800 S. 12TH STREET BROADVIEW, IL 60155 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 18, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2800 S. 12TH STREET, BROADVIEW, IL 60155 Property Index No. 15-22-412013.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

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.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY AS TRUSTEE ON BEHALF OF THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF THE MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2006-HE5, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-HE5 Plaintiff, -v.GISELA ROSASLANDA, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., 4030 JOLIET AVE CONDOMINIUM Defendants 11 CH 020599 4030 JOLIET AVENUE UNIT #6 LYONS, IL 60534 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 2, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 23, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive 24th Flo CHICA

rp 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 4030 JOLIET AVENUE UNIT #6, LYONS, IL 60534 Property Index No. 18-02-206073-1006.

The real estate is improved with a condo/townhouse.

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 (HOME-

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(g)(4) prop ty minium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 476-5500.

Please refer to file number PA1022891.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL 60602 (312) 476-5500 Attorney File No. PA1022891 Attorney Code. 91220 Case Number: 10 CH 33770 TJSC#: 33-21807 I571146 November 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2013

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.DEBORAH GONZALEZ AKA DEBORAH L GONZALEZ Defendants 10 CH 33770 4144 BLANCHAN AVENUE BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Fo eclo d Sale d in th

pu dgm Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 30, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4144 BLANCHAN AVENUE, BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 Property Index No. 18-03-113052-0000.

The real estate is improved with a brown stone one story single family home with no garage.

Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within 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 condominiu it which is rt of

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. First Nations Bank f/k/a First National Bank of Wheaton, Plaintiff, vs.

LMK Properties, Inc., Michael Levine, Rosalie Levine, Clark Roofing, The City of Countryside, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants. 10 CH 28498; Sheriff's No. 130908-001F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on December 17, 2013, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: PIN: 18-16-209-052-0000.

Address: 5720 East Ave., Countryside, IL 60525.

Improvements: A vacant multifamily residential building on a lot of approximately 0.75 acres.

Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% down in certified funds or cashier's check at the time of sale. Remainder to be paid within two (2) business days of the sale in certified funds or cashier's check.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages.

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Contact David A. Kallick of Tishler & Wald, Ltd., Plaintiff's Attorneys, 200 S. Wacker Dr., Ste. 3000, Chicago, IL 60606.

Tel. No.: (312) 876-3800.

This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-39554.

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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-39554 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 10 CH 053339 TJSC#: 33-21597 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-12631 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 020599 TJSC#: 33-25339 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I575496 November 27, Dec. 4, 11, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION MORTGAGE PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BC2 Plaintiff, -v.AMANDA PEREZ A/K/A AMANDA M. PEREZ, SEAN WELFORD, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 11 CH 031938 601 S. MADISON AVENUE LA GRANGE, IL 60525 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 21, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 11, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 601 S. MADISON AVENUE, LA GRANGE, IL 60525 Property Index No. 18-09-115001.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

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 quan-

pr quality qu tity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-29189.

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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-29189 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 031938 TJSC#: 33-24312 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I572738 November 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION ONEWEST BANK, FSB, Plaintiff, vs.

COLLEEN C. MILLER A/K/A COLLEEN C. NORTON, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., Defendants, 11 CH 41103 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on July 16, 2012, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, January 6, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 402 Kemman Avenue, La Grange Park, IL 60526.

P.I.N. 15-33-417-015.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours,

by certified funds. No refunds. The judgment amount was $342,020.30. The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Mr. Ira T. Nevel at Plaintiff's Attorney, Law Offices of Ira T. Nevel, 175 North Franklin Street, Chicago, Illinois 60606. (312) 357-1125. Ref. No. 11-09212 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I574693 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION RBS CITIZENS, NA SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DEANDRE L. ROBINSON, GENEVIEVE S. ROBINSON, DEANDRE ROBINSON AS TRUSTEES U/T/A DATED DECEMBER 13, 2005 AND DESIGNATED AS THE DEANDRE ROBINSON AND GENEVIEVE ROBINSON REVOCABLE TRUST, GENEVIEVE ROBINSON AS TRUSTEES U/T/A DATED DECEMBER 13, 2005 AND DESIGNATED AS THE DEANDRE ROBINSON AND GENEVIEVE ROBINSON REVOCABLE TRUST, TRUST AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 13, 2005 AND DESIGNATED AS THE DEANDRE ROBINSON AND GENEVIEVE ROBINSON REVOCABLE TRUST, UNKNOWN BENEFICIARIES OF THE TRUST AGREEMENT DATED DECEMBER 13, 2005 AND DESIGNATED AS THE DEANDRE ROBINSON AND GENEVIEVE ROBINSON REVOCABLE TRUST, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA, BURR OAKS GLEN NORTH HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 003582 11443 WOODGLEN LANE BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on March 20, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 20, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 11443 WOODGLEN LANE, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 Property Index No. 18-30-409004. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-02837.

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. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-02837 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 003582 TJSC#: 33-24356 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I572772 November 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR AMERIQUEST MORTGAGE SECURITIES INC., ASSET-BACKED PASSTHROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003-9 , Plaintiff, -v.NELSON D. RODRIGUEZ A/K/A NELSON RODRIGUEZ, LINDA E. RODRIGUEZ A/K/A LINDA RODRIGUEZ, ERIN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT, LLC, MOORE SUPPLY COMPANY Defendants 12 CH 005517 3849 GRAND AVENUE WESTERN SPRINGS, IL 60558 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 22, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 27, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3849 GRAND AVENUE, WESTERN SPRINGS, IL 60558 Property Index No. 15-31-407-011. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. 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,

Suburban Life - Wednesday, December 4, 2013 • CCK • Page 57 op ty icip ity 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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-02675. 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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-02675 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 005517 TJSC#: 33-25688 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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above cause on August 2, 2012, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 2, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 307 W. PLAINFIELD ROAD, COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525 Property Index No. 18-09-325009, 18-09-325-010.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

ty 9(g)(1) (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-10-33943.

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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-10-33943 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 011422 TJSC#: 33-25393 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I575819 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.ESEQUIEL GUZMAN, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA F/K/A BANK ONE, N.A., NORTHERN ILLINOIS GAS COMPANY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, MONTEREY FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. ASSIGNEE OF ARONSON FURNITURE COMPANY, MIDLAND CREDIT MANAGEMENT, INC., RUSH-COPLEY MEDICAL CENTER, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS

Defendants 12 CH 034694 2338 SOUTH WESTOVER AVENUE NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 2, 2013, Auction.com, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 8, 2014, at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 350 West Mart Center Drive (in the Auction.com room), CHICAGO, IL, 60654, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2338 SOUTH WESTOVER AVENUE, NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546 Property Index No. 15-25-111027.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE OF MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2007-NC1, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-NC1 Plaintiff, -v.ANTONIA CONTRERAS, RUYANA REYES Defendants 12 CH 011422 307 W. PLAINFIELD ROAD COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the GHNS #2000

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8927 W. 24TH STREET NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 2, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 7, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 8927 W. 24TH STREET, NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546 Property Index No. 15-27-218-010. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours.

No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION AS TRUSTEE AS SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NA AS TRUSTEE FOR WASHINGTON MUTUAL MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES WMALT SERIES 2005-4 TRUST Plaintiff, -v.THUHANG T. DINH, KEVIN DINH, CHRISTINE DINH, A MINOR, DANIEL DINH, A MINOR, PHUONG NGUYEN, INDEPENDENT ADMINISTRATOR, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF HOANG DINH, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 041537

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xcep sp a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property.

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-26871.

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.

AUCTION.COM LLC For Additional Information regarding Auction.com, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800-280-2832) CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-26871 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 034694 TJSC#: 33-23295 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-11-16716. 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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-11-16716 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 041537 TJSC#: 33-25571 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I576056 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JEFFERY G. RATLEPH A/K/A JEFFREY G. RATLEPH, MARTHA RATLEPH Defendants 12 CH 042158 4019 FOREST AVENUE BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 23, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4019 FOREST AVENUE, BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 Property Index No. 18-03-214006.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

(24) paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-12-28302.

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. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-12-28302 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 12 CH 042158 TJSC#: 33-21768 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I573481 November 27, Dec. 4, 11, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, v.ROBERT M. DOWLING, LISA M. DOWLING A/K/A LISA M. SITKO, SUNTRUST MORTGAGE, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 34327 5314 S. 9TH AVENUE Countryside, IL 60525 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 17, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 19, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor,

CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5314 S. 9TH AVENUE, Countryside, IL 60525 Property Index No. 18-09-411027-0000 VOL. 0080.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $224,902.01.

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

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 541-9710. Please refer to file number 12-3132.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

JOHNSON, BLUMBERG & ASSOCIATES, LLC 230 W. Monroe Street, Suite #1125 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 541-9710 Attorney File No. 12-3132 Attorney Code. 40342 Case Number: 12 CH 34327 TJSC#: 33-21126 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I572766 November 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2013

mysuburbanlife.com IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

DONNA ROBINSON A/K/A DONNA L. ROBINSON A/K/A DONNA L. RESSLER ROBINSON; JUDITH RESSLER A/K/A JUDITH C. RESSLER; DONALD RESSLER A/K/A DONALD A. RESSLER; DAVID ROBINSON; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 34618 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on April 22, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, January 6, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 15-22-204-020-0000.

Commonly known as 2235 SOUTH 13TH AVENUE, BROADVIEW, IL 60155.

The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 25% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the premises after confirmation of the sale.

For information: Visit our website at http://service.atty-pierce.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only.

Pierce & Associates, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1217489.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I574733 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION PNC BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, vs.

JESUS SOTO, 320 BEACH AVENUE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, TOWN OF CICERO, ILLINOIS, MIDLAND FUNDING, LLC, CITY OF CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, BLANCA E. DELGADO, UNKNOWN OWNERS, GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants, 12 CH 40056 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on September 26, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, January 10, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-33-418-016-1002 & 15-33-418-016-1002.

Commonly known as 320 Beach Ave Unit 1B, PS P6, PS P7, SS 1B, LaGrange Park, Il 60526 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified

by funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. David C. Kluever at Plaintiff's Attorney, Kluever & Platt, L.L.C., 65 East Wacker Place, Chicago, Illinois 60601.

(312) 236-0077.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I575006 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF Cook County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. Central Federal Savings and Loan Association, a national corporation, Plaintiff, vs.

Stephanie A. Torres, Olivia J. Torres, Gerald P. Nordgren, Special Representative of the Estate of Ruben D. Torres, Deceased, Unknown Heirs and Legatees of the Estate of Ruben D. Torres, Deceased, Jacqueline C. Torres, as Trustee under Trust Agreement dated December 22, 2002 and known as The Ruben and Jackie Torres Trust, Beneficiaries and Successor Trustees of the Trust wherein Ruben D. Torres and Jacqueline C. Torres are Trustees under Trust Agreement dated December 22, 2002 and known as The Ruben and Jackie Torres Trust, whose names are unknown and are joined herein as Unknown Owners, First American Bank, as mortgagee, Unknown Owners and Non-Record Claimants, Defendants. 12 CH 42030; Sheriff's No. 130184-001F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on January 9, 2014, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: P.I.N.: 15-33-220-015.

Address: 830 Barnsdale Road, LaGrange Park, IL 60526.

Improvements: Single family residence.

Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% by cashiers or certified funds at sale and balance by cashiers or certified funds within 24 hours of sale.

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages.

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Samuel Alfassa, Ltd., Plaintiff's Attorneys, 9038 N. LaCrosse Ave., #2, Skokie, IL 60077. Tel. No. (847) 933-1052.

This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I566773 November 27, Dec. 4, 11, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION FIRSTMERIT BANK, NA AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO GEORGE WASHINGTON SAVINGS BANK; Plaintiff, vs.

JOSEPH R. PAV; STEPHANIE S. PAV; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 5866 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on October 2, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Monday, January 6, 2014, at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 3951 S. Forest Avenue, Western Springs, IL 60558.

P.I.N. 18-06-201-014-0000.

The mortgaged real estate is a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: Bidders must present, at the time of sale, a cashier's or certified check for 10% of the successful bid amount. The balance of the successful bid shall be paid within 24 hours, by similar funds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection.

For information call Ms. Silvia Mercado Masters at Plaintiff's Attorney, Rock Fusco, LLC, 321 North Clark Street, Chicago, Illinois 60654. (312) 494-1000.

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I574697 December 4, 11, 18, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION CITIMORTGAGE, INC., Plaintiff, -v.GLEN TURRO, MAR KAY TURRO, CITIBANK, N.A. F/K/A CITIBANK, FSB AS MORTGAGEE UNDER DOCUMENT 0623320158, CNB BANK AND TRUST, N.A. AS SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO CARLINVILLE NATIONAL BANK, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 12 CH 7552 132 WAIOLA AVE La Grange, IL 60525 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 10, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on December 11, 2013, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 132 WAIOLA AVE, La Grange, IL 60525 Property Index No. 18-04-301019-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $669,773.27.

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.

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mysuburbanlife.com prope y Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) 372-2020. Please refer to file number 12-222219535.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL 60603 (312) 372-2020 Attorney File No. 122222-19535 Attorney Code. 4452 Case Number: 12 CH 7552 TJSC#: 33-20919 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I572376 November 20, 27, Dec. 4, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.JAMES BROWN, SUZANNE BROWN, THOMAS A. SIEBERT, LISA A. SIEBERT, CITY OF CHICAGO, MIDLAND FUNDING LLC Defendants 13 CH 007942 3312 VERNON AVENUE BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 27, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 6, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3312 VERNON AVENUE, BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 Property Index No. 15-34-218017.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

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

pa by gage qu g residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition.

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

Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-06854.

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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-13-06854 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 007942 TJSC#: 33-22120 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I573929 November 27, Dec. 4, 11, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.NICCO LAMAR, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 13 CH 012046 2238 S. 20TH AVENUE BROADVIEW, IL 60155 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 29, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 3, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described

g real estate: Commonly known as 2238 S. 20TH AVENUE, BROADVIEW, IL 60155 Property Index No. 15-22-104023.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-10806.

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.

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-13-10806 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 012046 TJSC#: 33-19940 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, -v.DEADRA HERMAN, U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, CITY OF CHICAGO Defendants 13 CH 013951 3222 GRAND BLVD. BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on September 4, 2013, Auction.com, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on January 8, 2014, at the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, 350 West Mart Center Drive (in the Auction.com room), CHICAGO, IL, 60654, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 3222 GRAND BLVD., BROOKFIELD, IL 60513 Property Index No. 15-34-110063.

The real estate is improved with a residence.

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. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff's attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876. Please refer to file number 14-13-11737.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th

Suburban Life - Wednesday, December 4, 2013 • CCK • Page 59 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.

AUCTION.COM LLC For Additional Information regarding Auction.com, please visit www.Auction.com or call (800-280-2832) CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 Attorney File No. 14-13-11737 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 13 CH 013951 TJSC#: 33-20932 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I567339 November 27, Dec. 4, 11, 2013 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.ALBINA ZINA RUDINSKIENE, VYTAUTAS RUDINSKAS, CITIBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO CFSB, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FKA CITIBANK, FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK Defendants 13 CH 04962 4347 Madison Ave. Brookfield, IL 60513 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 10, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 13, 2014, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4347 Madison Ave., Brookfield, IL 60513 Property Index No. 18-03-305012-0000.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $157,665.08.

Sale terms: The bid amount, 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, shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. 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

judg acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS IS" condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g) (1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney.

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.

HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 13 CH 04962 TJSC#: 3323192 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK ILLINOIS COUNTY COUNTY, DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. Plaintiff, vs.

SYLVESTER SCIORTINO; MEGHAN M. SCIORTINO AKA MEGHAN SCIORTINO; BROOKFIELD TERRACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION AKA BROOKFIELD TERRACE CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, INC.; STATE OF ILLINOIS; THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 13 CH 12135 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on October 7, 2013 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Friday, January 10, 2014 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-34-422-031-0000 (old) and 15-34-422-058-1016 (new).

Commonly known as 8822 Brookfield Avenue, Unit 406, Brookfield, IL 60513 The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Mr. Anthony Porto at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo, Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois 60563-1890. (866) 402-8661.

For Bidding instructions visit www.fal-illinois.com 24 hours prior to sale. F13040135 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I575051 December 4, 11, 18, 2013

dg and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on December 19, 2013, at 1:00 P.M. in Room LL06 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 W. Washington Street, Chicago, IL, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: P.I.N.: 18-30-300-056-1031.

Address: 450 Village Road Center Dr., Unit 314, Burr Ridge, IL 60527.

Improvements: Single condominium unit.

Sale shall be under the following terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds.

The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and prior first mortgages.

Premises will NOT be open for inspection.

For information: Brittany L. Viola, Chapman and Cutler LLP, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 111 W. Monroe St., Chicago, IL 60603, Tel. No. (312) 845-3000.

This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

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ORDINANCE NO. 2013-58 AN ORDINANCE CANCELLING THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED DECEMBER 23, 2013 MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, ILLINOIS PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AND BOARD OF TRUSTEES THE 25th DAY OF NOVEMBER 2013.

Published in pamphlet form by Authority of the Corporate Authorities of Brookield, Illinois the 25th day of November 2013 ORDINANCE NO. 2013-58 AN ORDINANCE CANCELLING THE REGULARLY SCHEDULED DECEMBER 23, 2013 MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE VILLAGE OF BROOKFIELD, ILLINOIS WHEREAS, the Village of Brookield, pursuant to the Illinois Open Meetings Act, 5 ILCS 120/1 et seq., has adopted a schedule of regular meetings of the board of trustees; and WHEREAS, the adopted schedule of regular meetings of the board of trustees provides for meetings to be held on the fourth Monday of December 2013; and WHEREAS, the board of trustees of the Village of Brookield has determined that their legislative deliberations do not require the holding of the regular meetings of the board of trustees scheduled for the fourth Monday of December 2013.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the President and Board of Trustees of the Village of Brookield as follows: Section 1. Recitals. he facts and statements contained in the preambles to this Ordinance are found to be true and correct and are hereby adopted as part of this Ordinance.

Section 2. Cancellation of December 23, 2013 Meetings. he regular meetings of the board of trustees and the regular meetings of the committee of the whole of the board of trustees heretofore scheduled for the fourth Monday of December 2013 be and are hereby cancelled.

Section 3. Approval of Warrants by Finance Chairman. he inance chairman be and is hereby authorized to approve any and all necessary warrants for expenditures for the remainder of the month of December 2013, which warrants were not previously approved and which warrants shall be presented for ratiication at the next regularly scheduled meeting of the board of trustees on January 13, 2014.

Section 4. Publication. he Village Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to publish notice of this change in the regular meeting dates of the board of trustees in a newspaper of general circulation in the Village of Brookield at least ten (10) days prior to December 23, 2013. In addition, the Village Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed notify those news media which have iled an annual request for notice as provided in the Illinois Open Meetings Act. Section 5. Efective Date. his Ordinance shall take efect upon its passage, approval and publication in pamphlet form.

ADOPTED this 25th day of November 2013 pursuant to a roll call vote as follows: AYES: Trustees Garvey, Gilhooley, Hall, Oberhauser and Ryan NAYS: None ABSENT: Trustee Evans ABSTENTION: None APPROVED by me this 25th day of November 2013. hm k, President P esiden off the th th Kit P. Ketchmark, Village of Brookield, Cook County, Illinois ATTESTED and iled in my oice, and published in pamphlet form this this his 25th 25th day d daay of of November No Novem emb ber 2013 _______________________________________ Catherine Cather erin ine ine Colgrass-Edwards, Co Colgra lgra rasss-Ed s-Edwa warrds, Clerk Cler Clerk lerk of o the Village of Brookield, Cook County, Illinois NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION Village of Brookield Brookield, IL 60513 he regular meeting of the Board of Trustees and the regular meeting of the Committee of the Whole of the Board of Trustees scheduled for the fourth Monday of December 23, 2013 be and are hereby cancelled. he next Village Board of Trustees meeting will be on Monday, January 13, 2014. he meeting shall be convened at 6:30 p.m. and the Committee of the Whole meeting shall be convened at such time as the Board of Trustees meeting is adjourned but not earlier than 6:35 p.m. __________________________ Cather erin ine ine Colgrass-Edwards Co Colgra lgra rasss-Ed s-Edwa warrds Catherine Village Clerk

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REQUEST FOR STATEMENT OF INTEREST AND QUALIFICATIONS FOR ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING SERVICES Submission Due Date: December 18, 2013 The Board of Education of Riverside Public Schools District No. 96, Cook County, Illinois (the "Board" or the "District"), 63 Woodside Road, Riverside, Illinois 60546, is requesting Statements of Interest, Qualifications, and Performance Data from architectural/engineering firms interested in serving as Architect of Record for all construction projects for Riverside Public Schools District No. 96.

The Board of Education intends to select qualified firms at its January 21st, 2014 meeting. It is the District's hope that an Architect of Record relationship can be formed with the selected firm.

To be considered as the District's architect, architectural firms should submit Statements of Interest, Qualifications, and Performance Data to Zack Y. Zayed, Director of Finance and Operations, on or before 3 PM, December 18, 2013. Statements received after that time will not be accepted or considered by the Board. The required Statement of Interest, Qualifications, and Performance Data form can be found on the District 96 website (www.district96.org) under Board of Education, Capital Projects. Requests for additional information regarding the proposal should be directed to Sue Moorhead, Assistant to the Superintendent via email at: moorheads@district96.org.

No oral representations made by the District shall be binding. To be considered as the District's architect, eight (8) copies of the Statement of Interest, Qualifications, and Performance Data must be submitted to: Zack Y. Zayed, Director of Finance and Operations Riverside Public Schools District No. 96 63 Woodside Road, Riverside, Illinois 60546 The Board is seeking architectural/engineering services from a firm having experience, including, but not limited to, the following: School building design; Knowledge of the Illinois Life/Safety Code and ADA compliance; and Repair of existing school facilities.

In selecting an architect for the District, the Board will consider firms' qualifications, ability of professional personnel, past record and experience, performance data on file, if any, willingness to meet time and budget requirements, location, workload of the firm, previous work history with the Board, and such other factors as the Board deems appropriate.

On the basis of the evaluation, as well as any presentation and discussion that the Board may conduct with firms, the Board shall select no less than three (3) firms that it determines to be the most qualified to provide services for the District and rank them in order of qualifications to provide these services.

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LEGAL NOTICE / PUBLIC NOTICE LYONS TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 204 North Campus - La Grange, Illinois South Campus Western Springs, Illinois ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID The Board of Education, Lyons Township High School District 204, Administrative Offices, 100 S. Brainard Avenue LaGrange, IL 60525 will receive sealed bids for: LYONS TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL- KITCHEN, SERVING LINE AND FREEZER/COOLER UNIT EQUIPMENT BID PACKAGE FOR CAFETERIA REMODELING Proj. No. 2013.26.001 ATTN: DAVID SELLERS, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SERVICES The Work shall take place at the North campus building. The work includes the coordination of demolition and storage of the existing kitchen equipment; cleaning and restoration of selected existing kitchen equipment; furnishing and installation of new kitchen equipment and freezer/cooler packaged units; associated interior and exterior alterations; and coordination with other general work under a separate contract. Work is to be awarded as a single contract. Refer to the Drawings and Project Manual for the full extent of the Work.

LYONS TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 204 North Campus - La Grange, Illinois South Campus Western Springs, Illinois ADVERTISEMENT FOR BID The Board of Education, Lyons Township High School District 204, Administrative Offices, 100 S. Brainard Avenue LaGrange, IL 60525 will receive sealed bids for: LYONS TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL- NORTH CAMPUS & SOUTH CAMPUS 2014 ADDITION AND GENERAL REMODELING Proj. No. 2013.26 ATTN: DAVID SELLERS, DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS SERVICES The Work shall take place at both North and South campus buildings. The work includes, but is not limited to, demolition and removal of science casework, lockers, ceilings, lighting, flooring, doors and frames, unit vents, air handlers, exhaust fans and domestic water piping.

The work also includes the remodeling of the existing cafeteria, theatre, science labs, administrative offices, toilet rooms and locker rooms, installation of new ceilings, lighting, flooring, doors and frames, unit vents, air handlers, exhaust fans, cooling tower, domestic water piping, fire alarm and BAS head ends and all associated mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

Work is to be awarded as a single contract. Refer to the Drawings and Project Manual for the full extent of the Work.

The Bid Opening will be on Tuesday, January 7, 2014 at 3:00 pm at the Administrative Offices Board Room - Room 103 (see above). At this time the Bids will be publicly opened and read. Each Bid must be accompanied by a Bid Guarantee that shall be not less than 10 percent of the amount of the Base Bid, and at the option of the Bidder may be a Certified Check, Bank Draft, or a Bid Bond, secured by a Guarantee or Surety Company. Certified Check must be made payable to the order of Lyons Township High School District No. 204.

The Contractor must pay the Prevailing Wage Rates for all work per Illinois Law.

The Bid Opening will be on Tuesday, January 14, 2014 at 3:00 pm at the Administrative Offices Board Room - Room 103 (see above). At this time the Bids will be publicly opened and read. Each Bid must be accompanied by a Bid Guarantee that shall be not less than 10 percent of the amount of the Base Bid, and at the option of the Bidder may be a Certified Check, Bank Draft, or a Bid Bond, secured by a Guarantee or Surety Company. Certified Check must be made payable to the order of Lyons Township High School District No. 204.

The Contractor must pay the Prevailing Wage Rates for all work per Illinois Law.

There will be a Pre-Bid Meeting on Thursday, December 12, at 3:00 pm at the Administrative Offices Board Room - Room 103 (see above). A tour of the project site will follow.

There will be a Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting on Tuesday, December 17, at 10:00 am at the Administrative Offices Board Room - Room 103 (see above). A tour of the project sites will follow.

It is the policy of Lyons Township High School District 204 to provide equal opportunity to all qualified businesses in the awarding of contracts and accordingly promotes the utilization of diversified businesses to the maximum extent feasible in any contract issued against the solicitation to bid.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities in the bidding procedure, or accept the Bid that, in its opinion, will serve the best interest of the School District. Any such decision shall be considered final. The Owner reserves the right to set aside a Bid from a Contractor who, in the Owner's opinion, does not exhibit past experience equal to the size and scope of this project.

The bidder shall have a written sexual harassment policy in place in full compliance with Section 2-105 of the Illinois Human Rights Act. The bidding documents will be available at cost. Obtain Bidding Documents after 2:00 P.M. on Thursday, December 05, 2013 at: Tree Towns Reprographics Services, Inc. 542 Spring Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126 P. (630) 832-0209 www.treetowns.com Bidding documents will be available at cost to Pre-qualified Contractors only. Additional copies will be furnished at the cost of reproduction, postage and handling.

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It is the policy of Lyons Township High School District 204 to provide equal opportunity to all qualified businesses in the awarding of contracts and accordingly promotes the utilization of diversified businesses to the maximum extent feasible in any contract issued against the solicitation to bid.

The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive irregularities in the bidding procedure, or accept the Bid that, in its opinion, will serve the best interest of the School District. Any such decision shall be considered final. The Owner reserves the right to set aside a Bid from a Contractor who, in the Owner's opinion, does not exhibit past experience equal to the size and scope of this project.

The bidder shall have a written sexual harassment policy in place in full compliance with Section 2-105 of the Illinois Human Rights Act. The bidding documents will be available at cost. Obtain Bidding Documents after 1:00 P.M. on Monday, December 09, 2013 at: Tree Towns Reprographics Services, Inc. 542 Spring Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126 P. (630) 832-0209 www.treetowns.com Bidding documents will be available at cost to Pre-qualified General Contractors with bonding capacity in excess of $10,000,000 only. Additional copies will be furnished at the cost of reproduction, postage and handling.

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KASAL PAINTING Painting & Decorating Interior Exterior Wallpaper Painting Wall Washing Free Est

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BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES Sioux Steel Grain Bin dealers wanted in selected areas.

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FARM & RANCH New Sioux Steel Grain Bin 32,000 Maximum bushel.

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LEGAL SERVICES

LOTS & ACREAGE Tennessee Log Cabin on 6 acres with FREE Boat Slip!

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J&J Roofing & Construction, Inc. *Manufacturer certified* Roofing Specialists: Shingle, Slate, Shake, Metal systems & Flat roof systems Siding Installations: Vinyl to Fiber cement Cedar to Aluminum Seamless Gutters Soffits and Fascia's Windows, Doors Decks & Porch's "We Do All Our Own Work" For exterior solutions Done right call:

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Fast, Neat Painting, *Drywall *Plaster Repairs Free Est. 20% off w/this ad

20 yrs exp Handyman Home Repairs, Ceramic Baths & floors, plaster, painting, concrete work, repair brick, tuck-pointing, floors, glass blocks, new roofs & repair leaky roofs, gutters & siding. Lic'd. Ins'd. & Bonded Free Est. Call Tony:

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“CLASSIC PAINTING”

EXPERT TILE installation & repair. Ceramic, vinyl, marble, wood. Epoxy grout, recaulking.

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