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Bensenville Library announces upcoming events

The Life and Legend of Robert Johnson by Fruteland Jackson Sunday, June 26 at 2:00 p.m.

This lecture/performance gives audiences insight into the life and times of Robert Johnson. Fruteland Jackson uses storytelling to bring the legend of Robert Johnson to clear view.

Robert Johnson was a key player in the development of Delta Blues, and its link to Chicago Style blues (urban blues) is discussed and celebrated through his compositions. Homage is also paid to his mentors, influences and teachers. The myth and mystery surrounding his death and the legacy of his music are highlighted. Features selected songs of Robert Johnson.

Book Bingo – NEW! Do you enjoy bingo and books?

Come to the Library and try your hand at winning books and other book related prizes! Play bingo with other patrons and enjoy complimentary refreshments. Book Bingo will be held at 7:00 p.m. on the following evenings: June 28, July 26, August 30.

June 6, June 20, and July 18. Adele is a friendly, trained therapy dog who will provide patient, nonjudgmental attention and help reluctant readers gain confidence and improve their reading skills. Star Wars STEAM invites children 4 to 7 years old to dis-

cover and explore concepts in Science, Technology Engineering, Arts, and Math, including stories, activities, experiments and hands-on fun!

Star Wars STEAM meets Mondays at 2:00 p.m. June 13, June 27, July 11, and July 25. We love LEGOs

at the Bensenville Library! LEGO Club meets Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. from June 7 through July 26.

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For more information on any of our school-age programs, please contact the Library at (630) 7664642, visit our website, or pick up a copy of our program guide!

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Monday Morning Matinees Join the library every Monday at 11:00 a.m. at the Bensenville Theatre for Monday Morning Matinees.

Each week we will feature a classic film your kids may have missed seeing on the big screen. Theatre opens at 10:30 a.m. Admission to the show is free.

June 27 — The Jungle Book July 11 — Lilo & Stitch July 18 — Alice in Wonderland July 25 — Sleeping Beauty New School Age Programs!

This summer we will be offering a variety of new programs for schoolaged children! Join us for Afternoons with Adele on Mondays at 2:00 p.m.

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DuPage Convalescent Center named for Judge Ken Moy Was first-ever Asian-American elected to county government in state

hoped his legacy inspires others to pursue community service.

“I am grateful to the County Board and to the community for honoring me in this way,” he said.

“My hope is to influence others and make life in DuPage County better for all residents, especially those like my wife, who need our support as they battle difficult medical conditions.”

“Ken Moy’s life is an example of the impact one person can have in their community,” said County Board Chairman Dan Cronin. “He is determined to serve the public long after he is gone. We salute his life, his work and his community devotion.”

Jim Healy, District 5 County Board Member said in making the motion to rename the Center, “I am confident Ken Moy’s legacy will be to inspire people to become involved in our community,” said District 5 County Board member Jim Healy.

“We are pleased to honor this public servant who paved the way for so many.”

The DuPage Convalescent Center has been in operation since 1888, providing quality care to elderly and disabled residents. Approximately 75 percent of its residents receive Medicaid funding.

The DCC Foundation was established in 1993 to provide support and supplemental funding to improve the quality of life for Convalescent Center residents.

On Tuesday, June 14, the DuPage County Board voted to name the County’s Convalescent Center in honor of former County Board member Kenneth Moy, citing his decades of service as a barrierbreaking elected DuPage County Board member and as a member of the 18th Circuit Court.

Ken Moy became the first Asian-American elected to county government in the state of Illinois when he won a seat on the DuPage County Board in 1984. He won reelection to the Board in 1988 and 1994. During that time, he also served as a DuPage Forest Preserve Commissioner.

He then served as a member of the 18th Circuit Court for 11 years from 1996 to his retirement in 2007.

On May 10, Judge Moy announced he was making a $2 million gift to the Convalescent Center, prompted by his “deep desire to help seniors and disabled adults,” related to his own experience with his wife, who is battling Alzheimer’s disease. Moy said he

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Korean War veteran takes Honor Flight Village of Bensenville Public Works Technician Chris Kowalczyk was selected to travel to Washington D.C. as a companion to his father, Mr. Anthony Kowalczyk

who served in the army in the Korean War for two tours of duty. They were flown on the Honor Flight Chicago June 8. Thank you for you service Mr. Kowalczyk.

Bensenville police reports The Bensenville Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that suspects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

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June 15, 12:44 a.m. near Eastview Avenue and W. Hillside Drive, Jimena Herrjon, 21, of Bensenville, was issued a village ordinance citation for possession of cannabis.

June 15, 2:19 p.m. in the 700 block of E. Green St., a complainant reported that 50 sets of license plates were missing from the business.

This case is under investigation.

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College news The following Bensenville residents recently graduated from Elmhurst College: Elysa Lynn Cook, BS Jennifer A. Garcia, BA Thomas J. Greco, BS Cynthia M. Huntowski, BS Carolyn L. Kosman, BS Sebastian Milek, MPA Lisandra V. Montenegro, MS Erica Rimone Msharbush, BS Amila Pezer, BS Blessing J. Steele, BA

June 15, 12:23 p.m. in the 800 block of Maple Lane, a complainant reported that and a known employee had admitted to taking vintage coins from the warehouse.

This case is under investigation.

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June 15, 3:27 p.m. in the 1100 block of S. York Road, a store manager reported that two unknown suspects stole a basket of unknown items from the store. This case is under investigation. BV16005780 June 15, 6:42 p.m. in the 100 block of Sonny Lane, Mario Alberto Lopez-Ramos, 37, and Juan Roberto Lopez-Ramos, 29, both of Bensenville, were arrested for theft of utility services and criminal damage to property. BV16005792 June 15, 7:57 p.m. near E. Green St. and S. York Road, Jose D. Car-

reno, 18, of Addison, was arrested for armed robbery after he allegedly threatened three persons with a knife while asking them for money.

BV16005794 June 14, 11:00 a.m. in the 100 block of Parkside Lane, Miguel Blanco, 20, of Bensenville, was arrested for possession of cannabis.

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old Bensenville man was arrested for domestic battery. BV16005642 June 11, 6:07 p.m. in the 600 block of E. Jefferson St., a complainant reported that she paid a contractor $400 to start work on her home and the work was never started. This case is under investigation.

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June 13, 5:21 p.m. in the 1-100 block of E. Belmont Ave., a complainant reported that a known subject had battered her. Battery charges are pending. BV16005717

June 10, 11:58 a.m.in the 1200 block of N. Ellis St., Mohamed A. Hussein, 40, of Minneapolis, was issued two village ordinance citations for disorderly conduct and criminal damage to property. BV16005564

June 13, 5:39 p.m. in the 600 block of N. Route 83, a complainant reported that an unknown suspect(s) cloned a business credit card and made unauthorized transactions. The case is under investigation. BV16007719

June 10, 6:34 p.m. in the 900 block of Medinah Street, a complainant reported that at their garage sale two unknown suspects made purchases with eight fraudulent $10 bills. This case is under investigation. BV16005586

June 12, 12:47 a.m. in the 100 block of N. Center St., a complainant reported her vehicle was egged for the fourth time overnight.

This case is under investigation.

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June 10, 6:46 p.m. near W. Irving Park Road and N. York Road, Patryk J. Kopacz, 36 , of Wood Dale, was arrested for driving under the influence. BV16005588

June 11, 4:45 p.m. in the 400 block of S. Barron St., a 30-year-

June 10, 6:53 p.m. in the 700 block of S. Center St., a complainant reported a known suspect took

her vehicle without her authorization. This case is under investigation. BV16005589

June 9, 10:03 a.m. in the 600 block of Diana Court, a complainant reported her purse was stolen from her vehicle. This case is under investigation. BV16005525

June 9, 3:14 p.m. in the 1100 block of S. York Road, a security manager reported a retail theft occurred on June 7. Two unknown suspects took liquor from the store.

This case is under investigation.

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June 9, 8:04 p.m. in the 700 block of Main St., a complainant reported a street sign with graffiti. The “No Outlet” sign had an upside down pitchfork. This case is under investigation. BV16005549

June 9, 2:56 a.m. near E. Grand Ave. and S. York Road, Russell M. Rusiecka, 34, of Elk Grove Village, was arrested for driving under the influence. BV16005518

June 8, 5:49 p.m. in the 300 block of E. Washington St., Evette Nieves, 53, of Bensenville, was arrested for criminal trespassing. BV16005506

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Top DHS officials exempted from ban on personal e-mail

Waivers reportedly given despite heightened security concerns cial government business.

The records were obtained in response to a February 2016 court order by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia following a Judicial Watch Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) lawsuit (Judicial Watch v. Department of Homeland Security (No. 1:15-cv-01772)).

The Judicial Watch lawsuit was filed in October 2015 after the Department of Homeland Security failed to comply with a July 2015 FOIA request.

Included among the records is a February 19, 2014 memorandum from security officials at the Department of Homeland Security strongly warning: “According to the Office of the Chief Information Officer, access to webmail using DHS networks is responsible for almost half of all attempts to compromise DHS network security.” The memo ex-

plains that webmail use resulted in 14 Trojan-Horse attacks in August 2013 and 25 attacks in December 2013 on Homeland Security computer networks.

As a result, in the same memo, Department of Homeland Security officials imposed a total ban on employee use of web-based email systems: “New restrictions are being implemented that will no longer allow employee access to personal webmail sites from government computers [Emphasis added]. Effective tonight, access to webmail sites like AOL, Hotmail, Comcast, Gmail, Yahoo, and other email services will be prohibited.”

The records reveal that despite this strict prohibition, Johnson was given an exemption from the ban on the first day of its implementation simply because he liked to check

Interactive family fun comes to Elmhurst Art Museum STEM-based exhibition brings Art of Science Learning

Elmhurst Art Museum proudly presents the interactive touring exhibition, Art of Science Learning (AOSL), which explores the intersection of art, STEM, innovation and community. Visitors of all ages can experience first-hand the creative intersection of art, STEM, innovation, to learn how art and science can address community and global challenges. The exhibition will be on display now through Sept. 4.

The exhibit showcases projects from AOSL’s Chicago, San Diego and Worcester (MA) Incubators for Innovation, where hundreds of scientists, artists, educators and citizens addressed critical challenges chosen by their communities.

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troversial email practices. In a July 20, 2015 email, Luke McCormack, then-Chief Information Officer of the Justice Department, ordered Jeanne Etzel, Executive Director of Homeland Security’s Next Generation Program, to “pull down” the personal “webmail” email accounts of the 29 Department of Homeland Security executives previously approved to use personal email accounts, except for that of Secretary Jeh Johnson.

This order came the same day a Bloomberg story was published regarding Homeland Security officials’ “bending the rules” on personal email use on government computers. The next day, Secretary Johnson’s webmail access also was blocked.

“Jeh Johnson and top officials at Homeland Security put the nation’s security at risk by using personal email despite significant security issues,” said Judicial Watch President Tom Fitton.

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Judicial Watch announced last week it had obtained 693 pages of Department of Homeland Security records revealing that Secretary Jeh Johnson and 28 other agency officials used government computers to access personal web-based email accounts despite an agency-wide ban due to heightened security concerns.

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Police Reports Area Police Departments recently reported the following arrests and citations. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. Juveniles age 17-or-younger are not named.

Addison June 17 A 23-year-old Addison woman was arrested in the 300 block of N. Country Club Drive at around 12:53 p.m. and charged with domestic battery.

June 16 Ramiro Anguiano-Cardenas, 42, of Addison, was arrested near Swift and College at around 9:40 p.m. and charged with DUI, driving while license suspended and improper lane usage.

June 15 • Rashad J. Griffin, 19, of Carol Stream, was arrested near Westgate and Factory at around 12:39 a.m. Police said Griffin had a failure to appear warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Department for retail theft, and a failure to appear, pay and comply with court orders warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Department for a liquor violation, and resisting or obstructing a police officer.

• Jose A. Nungaray, 22, of Addison, was arrested near Church and Moreland at around 11:53 p.m. and charged with DUI, no valid driver’s license and disobeying a stop sign.

June 13 Nicholas R. Bucaro, 38, of Bloomingdale, was issued citations near Rohlwing and Lake at

around 11:17 a.m. Subsequent to a traffic accident, police said Bucaro was cited for leaving the scene of an accident, failure to give aid or information, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and driving while license revoked.

June 12 A 32-year-old Addison man was arrested in the 100 block of S. 5th Ave. in Maywood at around 8 p.m.

The man was picked up by the Maywood Police Department and transported to the Addison Police Department for an original warrant/domestic battery out of the Addison Police Department.

June 11 Daniel Dudek, 18, of Addison, was arrested at around 7:37 p.m. and charged with retail theft.

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cago, was arrested at a store in the 1000 block of N. Rohlwing Road at around 6:38 p.m. and charged with retail theft and obstruction of identification.

• Michelle V. Joniak, 23, of Naperville, was arrested at around 6:55 p.m. Police said Joniak had a warrant out of the Addison Police Department for unlawful possession of a controlled substance.

• Daniel Prasil, 35, of Elmhurst, was arrested in the 600 block of E. Lake St. at around 8:59 p.m. and charged with violation of an order of protection.

Villa Park June 10 Martin W. Wagner, 57, of Villa Park, was arrested in the 1-100 block of W. Washington at 9:05 p.m. and charged with DUI. June 9 • Alex Bishop, 24, of Chicago, was arrested near Roosevelt and Ardmore at around 8:38 p.m. and charged with possession of cannabis (less than 2.5 grams), possession of drug paraphernalia and expired registration.

• Theft was reported at a gas station in the 300 block of E. North Ave. at 5:02 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect stole a cell phone while the victim was pumping gas.

June 8 • A 47-year-old Chicago man was arrested in the 300 block of W. Division at around 5:53 a.m.

March 24 and charged with two counts of domestic battery. The original complaint and arrest warrant was issued June 8.

• Jesus Sanchez, 23, of Villa Park, was arrested near Vermont and Third at around 11:22 p.m. and charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Burglary to a vehicle was reported in the 600 block of S. Oakland. Between 6:30 and 11:30 a.m., police said an unknown suspect stole between $8 and $10 from an unlocked vehicle.

June 7 William N. Love, 23, of Villa Park, was arrested in the 300 block of N. Ardmore at around 4:42 p.m. and charge with possession of cannabis.

June 6 • Criminal damage to property was reported in the 700 block of W. Vermont at 6:30 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect destroyed a bicycle that was left on the playground.

• Theft was reported at Jefferson Pool. Between 4:15 and 7:15 p.m., police said an unknown suspect stole a backpack from the manager’s office.

• Criminal damage to a motor vehicle was reported in the 300 block of N. Princeton. Between 6:15 and 6:43 p.m., police said an unknown suspect damaged the windshield of a vehicle parked in the parking lot.

June 4-June 6 Criminal damage to a motor vehicle was reported in the 500 block of S. Monterey. Between 8 p.m.

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June 5 • Javier Sanchez-Santos, 21, of West Chicago, was arrested in the 200 block of E. Roosevelt at around 9:56 p.m. and charged with unlawful possession of a controlled substance, unlawful possession of a hypodermic syringe needle and unlawful possession of cannabis.

• Jason J. Theiner, 30, of Villa Park, was arrested near Villa and Vermont at around 1:23 a.m. and charged with DUI and making an improper turn.

June 4-June 5 Criminal damage to property was reported in the 900 block of S. Ardmore. Between 10 a.m. June 4 and 10:40 a.m. June 5, police said an unknown suspect damaged a garage door.

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Slices of life

Buying cars for our daughter over the years

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parental move on our part.

She learned to press the pedal to make the car go. It even had a reverse option and it was amazing how quickly she became proficient at backing up and maneuvering in tight spaces. As her parents, we were impressed (of course we were). She delighted in giving her little brother rides up and down the driveway, enjoying an independence not yet experienced.

Her third car was cute as a bug and her favorite color – yellow. It required a valid driver’s license, registration and gasoline. Footpower was no longer enough. She was 16, or in the words of her little brother, “almost a grown-up.” She continued to delight in giving her brothers rides – to exotic and exciting places that reached far beyond the driveway and most often served ice cream or French fries.

It was an independence not previously experienced.

Her fourth car was purchased

by her own volition and the cute yellow bug was passed down to a younger (and much taller, longlegged) brother. (We’re still not sure how he fits.) With her purchase, she learned about tax and license fees, along with loan rates, monthly payments, insurance, deductibles, comprehensive and collision – all responsibilities she hadn’t experienced before. She caught on to the new vocabulary words and terminology almost as quickly as she learned to maneuver in reverse when she was in kindergarten.

She still gives her brothers rides sometimes, but for the most part they drive themselves where they need to go. Like her, they are “almost grown-ups.”

Since she was 2, she’s been driving. And in a sense, driving away.

It’s how things are meant to be.

That’s the master plan, anyway; to have them become “almost grownups,” or at least grown up enough to leave and pay their own car insurance and find the independence they’ve been moving toward since they first crawled, or walked or peddled away on their own.

As she backs down the driveway and heads out on the big highway called life we know, although bittersweet, things are as they should be.

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And when she comes back to visit, which we are counting on, it will not be bitter at all – only sweet. So. Very. Sweet.

Kind of like riding in a brand new convertible for the very first time.

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I remember the day we bought her first car. It was promoted as being the best-selling vehicle in the U.S. that year and came complete with a flashy red body and a yellow roof. We brought it home and it sat on the driveway prinstinely clean, with that new car smell and all. It was a cute little coupe, with room for just two – passenger and driver. In a word, cozy.

There wasn’t any horsepower to speak of. More like foot power, Flintstone-style. She could barely see over the steering wheel and her feet could just reach the ground to push the little plastic car along the driveway.

The car was for our daughter.

She was 2 years old. It was a toy, but it gave her an independence not yet experienced. She loved opening and shutting the door and it was amazing how quickly she mastered the steering wheel. She pushed her feet against the cement, “driving” away from us, laughing with a new sense of freedom.

Her second car was a little red convertible. We bought it when she wasn’t yet old enough for kindergarten. She saved most of the money for it herself - from birthdays and other gifts. Pretty good for a preschooler. This second gem had an operational foot pedal and was battery-powered – a pretty gutsy

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Spirito! Singers currently accepting auditions for 2016-17 Spirito! Singers, an elite choral organization located in the Western Suburbs of Chicago, is currently accepting auditions for the 2016-17 season for the Ragazze and Bravura ensembles.

The Ragazze Ensemble comprises girls between 5th and 8th grade, and the Bravura Ensemble features young women in the 9th-12th grade. Members are only admitted at the beginning of the season, so this is the only time of year members can join one of the most coveted musical ensembles in the area.

Fresh off of a highly successful season Spirito! continues to attract some of the area’s most talented voices. Drawing singers from throughout the Western Suburbs, including La Grange, Western Springs, Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Oak Brook, Westmont, Downers Grove and beyond, this respected choral society sings musically rich and challenging choral repertoire from a variety of genres.

In addition, its Ragazze Ensemble incorporates curriculum based music theory training as a part of its weekly rehearsals. All ensembles rehearse weekly with a schedule that mirrors the school year. Spirito! also puts the community first, providing members and their families with a number of opportunities to give back to the local community.

“Our goal is to not only create an environment for our girls to learn and experience exceptional repertoire, but to grow as musicians and to thrive within the community,” said Artistic Director Molly Lindberg. “We create an opportunity for our members to perform the music they love, while building civic awareness, and establishing friendships with other young women in the area.”

Committed to creating memorable experiences for its singers, Spirito! Singers-Bravura Ensemble just returned from a four-day excur-

sion to Nashville, TN. Combining performances and fun, the group of roughly 60 participants took in all of the music history Nashville has to offer, including touring the Country Music Hall of Fame, visiting the historic Ryman Theater, recording at Studio B and an impromptu performance on the stage at the Grand Ole Opry.

“Spirito! Is quickly becoming a staple organization throughout Chicagoland, which means we can create unforgettable opportunities for our girls within their ensembles,” said Lindberg. “We have a lot planned for next year and are so excited about the 2016-2017 season.”

All Spirito! auditions are held in a non-intimidating, and relaxed setting. Spirito! does not require preparation of an audition piece.

Below are a handful of the upcoming audition dates, though additional dates are avail-

able upon request. All auditions will be held at the Spirito! Office, located at 900 Jorie Blvd., #102 Oak Brook, IL 60523.

Tuesday, June 28 from 2-7 p.m.

Wednesday, July 13 from 1-7 p.m.

Since Spirito! Singers was founded in 2008, it and has quickly become one of the staple musical groups in the Chicagoland area.

With Ragazze Ensembles located in Downers Grove, Elmhurst and La Grange, there is an opportunity for young singers to get involved in the organization at an early age in their own neighborhoods before joining the larger Bravura group located in Elmhurst.

For any further questions about the audition process or upcoming events, please contact Spirito! Singers today.

To schedule an audition for any of the ensembles, send an email to auditions@spiritosingers.com or call (630) 581-5440.

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VILLAGE OF BENSENVILLE TREASURER’S REPORT FOR THE 12 MONTH FISCAL YEAR JANUARY 1, 2015 – DECEMBER 31, 2015 Pursuant to 30 ILCS 15/1 of the State Statutes, the following is a statement of receipts and disbursements and a summary of operations of the funds of the Village of Bensenville for the 12 month fiscal year January 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015.

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Prairie Path Estate

Prairie Path Estate

Welcome to 360 Eggleston, a custom-built 2-story that offers one of Elmhurst’s finest backyard sanctuaries nestled along the IL Prairie Path. Perfectly situated on a 63 x 261 wooded lot, this home was built with year-round entertainment in mind.

Relax, play, and enjoy nature from your 2-tier paver patio and private gazebo. Over $100k of Steinhebel land/hardscape that looks like it was done yesterday. Inside will not disappoint either. Over 7,700 of finished living space across 3 levels. No ordinary basement here as the lower level has expansive light well, full bar, radiant heat floors, in-law/teen suite with steam shower, gaming room, abundant storage and has been host to gatherings of over 100 people.

The main level features separate formals, home office with private entrance, chef’s kitchen with separate eating area, & 2 story family room with gorgeous fireplace centerpiece - all overlooking your private outdoor oasis. Huge bedrooms with volume ceilings, walk-in closets, and a master suite with spa-bath & steam shower.

Original owners, meticulously maintained, an opportunity not to be missed. $1,395,000

Welcome to 360 Eggleston, a custom-built 2-story that offers one of Elmhurst’s finest backyard sanctuaries nestled along the IL Prairie Path. Perfectly situated on a 63 x 261 wooded lot, this home was built with year-round entertainment in mind. $1,395,000

Great Value in Jefferson!

Spacious 5 bed / 3.5 bath home in desirable south Elmhurst, Jefferson School neighborhood. Loads of potential on every level. Hardwood floors throughout most of 1st and 2nd floor.

Finished basement with workshop area, bedroom and full bath $589,000

New Construction in Jefferson

Brand new construction by T.E. McKenna Builders one block from Butterfield Park in highly sought after Jefferson school district. 5 beds / 4.5 baths, fresh new floor plan, tons of ceiling and trim detail, custom cabinetry, 9” white oak floors, luxurious $949,900

Spacious 5 bed / 3.5 bath home in desirable south Elmhurst, Jefferson School neighborhood. Loads of potential on every level. Hardwood floors throughout most of 1st and 2nd floor. Finished basement with workshop area, bedroom and full bath for inlaw/guest/teen living arrangement. 1st floor office, family room, formal dining and living rooms, and large eat-in kitchen. Bathrooms on all levels, master suite with master bath and separate sitting/nursery area. Spacious bedrooms, closets, and storage galore.

Solid bones, with large yard and a short walk to Butterfield Park. $589,000

New Construction in Jefferson Brand new construction by T.E. McKenna Builders one block from Butterfield Park in highly sought after Jefferson school district.

5 beds / 4.5 baths, fresh new floor plan, tons of ceiling and trim detail, custom cabinetry, 9” white oak floors, luxurious master suite, lots of built-ins, home office, finished basement, and 3 car attached garage. South exposure will provide tons of natural light throughout. Estimated occupancy in July. Get settled into one of Elmhurst hottest neighborhoods before school starts! $949,900

Att: 1st Time Homebuyers!

Att: 1st Time Homebuyers!

Nicely updated 3 bed / 1.5 bath cape cod in S. Elmhurst with lots of recent updates. Large fenced yard with covered patio, fire pit, and play set. 1 block to Eldridge Park - sled hill, playground, tennis courts, jogging paths, soccer fields. $296,900

6 BR Lombard Home

6 BR Lombard Home

10 year young construction on park-like 296’ deep lot and 1 block from Southland Park. This newer 2 story home boasts 6 bedrooms with a true in-law arrangement on the 1st floor.

Beautiful hardwood floors throughout 1st floor, open layout

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a home on a rare 85 x 129 lot in the exclusive Garfield Street cul-de-sac! This darling brick cottage has charm galore and is a fantastic setting for your family to grow. 5 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, $549,900

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a home on a rare 85 x 129 lot in the exclusive Garfield Street cul-de-sac!

This darling brick cottage has charm galore and is a fantastic setting for your family to grow. 5 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, wood burning fireplace and gorgeous sun-filled Florida room to enjoy your private views of all seasons.

Lovely professionally landscaped yard with private concrete patio. 3 car garage has loads of storage and room for any hobby or car enthusiast. $549,900

10 year young construction on park-like 296’ deep lot and 1 block from Southland Park. This newer 2 story home boasts 6 bedrooms with a true inlaw arrangement on the 1st floor.

Beautiful hardwood floors throughout 1st floor, open layout with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, center island, open to family room with masonry fireplace overlooking unbelievable backyard with brick paver patio $659,900

$659,900

Rare Opportunity!

Rare Opportunity!

Nicely updated 3 bed / 1.5 bath cape cod in S. Elmhurst with lots of recent updates.

Large fenced yard with covered patio, fire pit, and play set. 1 block to Eldridge Park sled hill, playground, tennis courts, jogging paths, soccer fields. Walking distance to Jackson Elementary and Bryan Junior High.

Recent Improvements: 2013 - Roof, siding, windows, bathrooms. 2014 - cedar fence and opened up dining room wall. 2015 Stainless steel fridge, gas range, and microwave. 2016 - interior paint, bathroom vanity, and refinished hardwood floors. $296,900

6BR HOME ON ALMOST 1/2 ACRE!

This incredible estate has so much to offer! Situated on a 75 x 252 lot. Located on a private cul-de-sac with 4,500 square feet of living space! A newer 3rd floor addition features vaulted Master Suite ceiling, floor to ceiling built-ins, spa-baths, & $714,900

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6BR HOME ON ALMOST 1/2 ACRE! This incredible estate has so much to offer! Situated on a 75 x 252 lot.

Located on a private cul-de-sac with 4,500 square feet of living space! A newer 3rd floor addition features vaulted Master Suite ceiling, floor to ceiling built-ins, spa-baths, & private WIC & laundry. Lovely 1st floor family room overlooking a resort-like backyard with heated in-ground pool, hot tub, gazebo, fire pit, and an EXTRA 100 feet of land. THIS HOME IS ONE OF A KIND INSIDE & OUT! $714,900

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Great Value in Jefferson!

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Brynhaven Ranch

Well cared for Brynhaven ranch steps to Edison and Sandburg. Freshly painted interior, living room fireplace, newer windows, 3 beds. master with attached half bath, and finished basement with wet bar. Large amount of storage,

Well cared for Brynhaven ranch steps to Edison and Sandburg.

Freshly painted interior, living room fireplace, newer windows, 3 beds. master with attached half bath, and finished basement with wet bar. Large amount of storage, professionally landscaped yard with raised planting bed gives this home great curb appeal. Fenced yard with private patio. Great location, great home, great price! Won’t last long. $349,900

$349,900 NEW PRICE!

New Build / Rehab Opportunity

Many opportunities lie here in this cozy Cottage in Lincoln School. 68.5’ x 125’ corner lot could be a perfect site for your new dream home. Others may consider keeping the original home and adding a 2-story addition. Finally, at this price, this $324,900

Classic Brick Bungalow

Classic Brick Bungalow

Lincoln school, brick bungalow in great family neighborhood just off the IL Prairie Path. Walk to Lincoln GS, York HS, and the Spring Rd business district. Move-in ready 4 bed / 3 bath home with the pride of ownership throughout. Oversized $530,000

New Build / Rehab Opportunity Many opportunities lie here in this cozy Cottage in Lincoln School. 68.5’ x 125’ corner lot could be a perfect site for your new dream home. Others may consider keeping the original home and adding a 2-story addition. Finally, at this price, this 2-3 bed home offers a great opportunity to first time buyers as well.

Plenty of options in one of Elmhurst’s greatest neighborhoods. 1 block to the IL Prairie Path, 3 levels of top notch schools, and a short walk to the Spring Road business district. $324,900

Center of Town Cape Cod

Center of Town Cape Cod

Center of town Cape Cod that is larger than it looks. 5 beds, 2 baths, 2 car garage with alley access. Perfect for summertime fun with a well maintained above ground pool with deck surround and remote-controlled retractable awning system.

Free standing, single story brick office building with atrium entry. 1,850 of vacant office is perfect user/investment opportunity. Private parking lot with great visibility off Addison Rd with signage. Two long standing dental offices provide $374,900

Private Custom Built Home

Over 4500 square feet of living space in this all brick home backing up to Forest Preserve with Lake View, Walk and Bike Path & Lake. Abundance of windows light up the 2 story family room with brick Fireplace. Grand 2 story Foyer with Dual $649,900

Free standing, single story brick office building with atrium entry. 1,850 of vacant office is perfect user/investment opportunity. Private parking lot with great visibility off Addison Rd with signage. Two long standing dental offices provide ample income to offset debt service. Tenants pay their own electric. New roof in 2014. Perfect for law office, medical, & other general office use. Free office furniture $374,900

Center of town Cape Cod that is larger than it looks. 5 beds, 2 baths, 2 car garage with alley access. Perfect for summertime fun with a well maintained above ground pool with deck surround and remote-controlled retractable awning system. Eat-in kitchen, 1st floor family room with possible in-law arrangement. Full finished basement with large rec room and bedroom. Well maintained mechanicals and backup generator. All this in Elmhurst’s best schools - Hawthorne and Sandburg and a short walk from downtown Elmhurst and Metra station. $449,900

$449,900

Office Building For Sale!

Office Building For Sale!

Lincoln school, brick bungalow in great family neighborhood just off the IL Prairie Path. Walk to Lincoln GS, York HS, and the Spring Rd business district. Move-in ready 4 bed / 3 bath home with the pride of ownership throughout. Oversized rooms, hardwood floors on 1st & 2nd floors, large eat-in kitchen with walk in pantry, formal dining and living room with first floor master suite with full bath and walk in closet. Full, finished basement with family room, arts/crafts room, workshop, laundry, tons of storage, & exterior access to fully fenced and professionally landscaped yard with fenced dog kennel. $530,000

Attention 1st Time Buyers!

Attention 1st Time Buyers!

Great starter home or redevelopment property. Situated on a HUGE 65 x 292 lot. Handy location with great access to schools and transportation. 3 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath has great potential with some sweat equity, providing a great long term

Great starter home or redevelopment property. Situated on a HUGE 65 x 292 lot. Handy location with great access to schools and transportation. 3 Bedroom / 1.5 Bath has great potential with some sweat equity, providing a great long term investment. Full Basement and large 2.5 Car Garage ideal for the Handy-Man. Don’t miss out on this opportunity... Call today to schedule a showing! $159,900

$159,900

Private Custom Built Home Over 4500 square feet of living space in this all brick home backing up to Forest Preserve with Lake View, Walk and Bike Path & Lake. Abundance of windows light up the 2 story family room with brick Fireplace. Grand 2 story Foyer with Dual Stairs, Inlaw Bedroom, Inlaw Kitchen, 2 Custom Wet Bars. Gorgeous oak woodwork and solid six panel oak doors throughout. Large Gourmet kitchen with Granite Island with Eating Area, Vaulted ceilings, Hardwood Floors throughout, Custom Crown Molding, Full Finished Basement with Handcrafted Wet Bar, Paver Brick Patio and Unique Custom Built Shed. 4 Car Attached Garage is a Handyman’s Delight! Don’t miss out on this opportunity.... Call to set up appointment to see this beautiful home! $649,900

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Award winning schools, Berens Park, City Centre. Exceptional neighborhood.

15W655 Lexington Street, Elmhurst • ASKING PRICE $285,000!

2 Bedrooms, 1.5 baths on a big wooded lot! Small but cute as a button, with nothing to do but move right in. Big backyard includes patio, deck, and above ground pool

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LEGAL NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that on Monday, July 11, 2016 at 6:30 P.M., the Bensenville Community Development Commission will conduct a Special Zoning Public Hearing at the Village Hall Board Room, Bensenville Village Hall, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville, Illinois 60106 upon the request and application of MTR, LLC, directly and with authorization from EDUARDO LOYA and DANIEL LOYA (Case # 2016 – 09), for the approval in the I-1 Office, Research, Assembly Industrial District of conditional uses for planned unit development (Section 10-9A-3) to allow for a Mitsubishi Fuso truck facility , outdoor storage not to exceed 25% of the lot area (Section 10-9A-3)and outdoor sales display (Section 10-11-2(C)), and in relation to said requests, for the approval of exceptions within the planned unit development as follows: 1. Exception from Section 10-18-12(A) (3)(b) of the Zoning Ordinance which allows one (1) freestanding sign for Lot 1 and Lot 2 in order to allow two (2) freestanding signs, one situated on Lot 1 and an additional freestanding sign being allowed on Lot 2 only upon confirmation by the Director of Community Development that the Lot 1 sign and the Lot 2 sign bear sufficient uniformity of design; 2. Exception from Section 10-18-12(A) (3)(b)(2) of the Zoning Ordinance which limits the number of wall signs in order to allow three (3) wall signs on the east building face on Lot 1 and (3) wall signs on the east building face on Lot 2 as follows: (a) a main wall sign; and (b) two logo wall signs not to exceed nine (9) square feet on each east building face (in addition to the lower building marker on the Lot 1 building); 3. Exception from Section 10-11-8(D) of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow the parking of commercial vehicles outdoors (for sale and service, for pickup, for parking, for storage) where depicted in the outdoor storage areas for Lot 1 and Lot 2, along the south line of Lot 2, along the north and east lines of Lot 1 (said north and east areas being the only place for outdoor display of trucks for sale) in the Site Plan and Parking Calculation Exhibit prepared

by Joseph H. Abel & Associates and last dated April 13, 2016; 4. Exception from Section 10-9A-4(B) of the Zoning Ordinance which prohibits parking in the required frontyard in order to allow six (6) existing parking spacesand related curb and gutter to remain within as close as five (5) feet from the front lot line of Lot 2; 5. Exception from Section 10-11-8-2(C) of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow the six (6) existing parking spaces noted in Item 4 to continue provided that they are not reduced in size; 6. Exception from Section 10-11-8-2(C) (5)(b) of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow truck parking spaces for any class of new trucks within the actual north side yard of Lot 1 with stall dimensions of no less than 10’x32’ (longer and wider if measured parallel and perpendicular to aisle) at a 45 degree angle and the actual south side yard of Lot 2 with stall dimensions of no less than 10’x32’ at a 90 degree angle; 7. Exception from Section 10-11-82(D) of the Zoning Ordinance which indicatesone-way traffic in aisles serving angled parking spaces in order to allow two-way circulation in the drive aisle in the actual north side yard of Lot 1; 8. Exception from Section 10-11-11(E) of the Zoning Ordinance which requires designated parking for business vehicles in order to allow up to four (4) tow trucks to have transitory parking during business hours and to park in drive aisles within the fenced areas of Lot 1 and Lot 2 after hours; 9. Exception from Section 10-9A-2 and Section 10-9A-3 of the Zoning Ordinance which requires indoor display of items for sale in order to allow the display of trucks for sale in the spaces designated along the north and east lines of Lot 1; 10. Exception from Section 10-11-8-2(E) (1) of the Zoning Ordinance which requires a minimum 20 foot return radius in order to allow the existing radius to remain at the north curb of the south entrance to Lot 2; 11. Exception from Section 10-12-2(F) of the Zoning Ordinance which requires

the planting or maintenance of street trees within 2-10 feet of the right-of-way in order to allow trees along and near the east line of Lot 1 according to the Landscape Plan from Gary R. Weber Associates, Inc. last dated April 13, 2016; 12. Exception from Section 10-12-2(F) of the Zoning Ordinance which requires spacing of street trees at 40 feet or less in order to allow street tree and other tree plantings as shown in the actual front yards of Lot 1 and Lot 2 on the Landscape Plan from Gary R. Weber Associates, Inc. last dated April 13, 2016; 13. Exception from Section 10-12-2(B) and 10-12-2(F) of the Zoning Ordinance which requires frontage landscaping and street trees in order to allow removal of existing landscaping to allow installation of a bike and pedestrian path without further zoning proceedings; 14. Exception from Section 10-14-13(B) (1)(a) in order to permit the accessory use of a ventilated, sprinklered container within the ten (10) feet from the west face of the building on Lot 2; 15. Exception from Section 10-14-11(C) (7) in order to permit accessory waste screening to occur where depicted on the Combined Preliminary and Final Plan for Planned Unit Development for MTR Plaza last dated April 11, 2016, specifically at an enclosed location with portions of the screen on or crossing the property line between Lot 1 and Lot 2; 16. Exception from Section 10-14-11(D) (2) in order to permit a continuous decorative fence on the west line of the Lot 1 Stormwater Management Facility and to allow the fence to run on a straight line; 17. Exception from Section 10-12-2 of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow the landscaping and fencing reflected on the Landscape Plan from Gary R. Weber Associates, Inc. last dated April 13, 2016; 18. Exception from Section 10-14-3(B) of the Zoning Ordinance in order to allow outdoor operations on Lot 1 and Lot 2 while meeting the surfacing requirements of Section 10-11-8-2(B)(2)(3) for the areas designated as Storage Area “A” on Lot 1 and on Lot 2 until two years following occupancy of Phase 1 or the initiation of Phase 2 at which time the exception shall no longer be effective; and 19. Such other exceptions from the Zoning Ordinance in order to permit the development shown in the Combined Preliminary and Final Plan of the Planned Unit Development for MTR Plaza last dated April 11, 2016.

This request relates to real estate commonly known as 900-930 County Line Road, Bensenville, DuPage County, Illinois (Permanent Index Nos. 03-24-406037, -038, -072, -076) which is legally described as follows: LOT 11, LOT 12, LOT 13 (EXCEPT THE EAST 17 FEET THEREOF), AND THE NORTH HALF OF LOT 14 (EXCEPT THE EAST 17 FEET THEREOF) IN BLOCK 3 IN BENSENVILLE FARMS, BEING A SUBDIVISION IN SECTION 24, TOWNSHIP 40 NORTH, RANGE 11 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 7, 1923 AS DOCUMENT 171311, IN DUPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contactthe Village Clerk at (630) 766-8200, in order to coordinate their attendance with necessary accommodations.

All application materials are available for review and inspection at Village Hall in the office of the Community & Economic DevelopmentDepartment, 12 S. Center Street, Bensenville, IL 60106. The attorney for the applicant is Mark W. Daniel, Daniel Law Office, P.C., 17W733 Butterfield Road, Suite F, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

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Friday, June 24 • DJ Night at the pool Live DJ music and swimming activities will begin immediately following open swim for a fun packed Friday night from 8-10 p.m.

Parents must accompany teens at drop off and pick-up. Fee: $5 for residents, $8 for non-residents. $10 at the door. Info: Call 630-233-7275 or go to addisonparks.org.

• World’s Largest swim lesson Join thousands of kids and families at aquatic facilities and waterparks around the globe for the world’s largest swimming lesson. The event will be held at 10 a.m. the Family Aquatic Center, 120 E. Oak St. We’re making a huge splash to spread the word that swimming lessons save lives. Don’t miss your chance to participate in the seventh annual WLSL event to help prevent drowning—the second leading cause of injury-related death of children ages 1-14. Info: Call 630233-7275 or go to addisonparks.org.

• Free Alzheimer’s Seminar and Support Group Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace will be leading an important free seminar titled Alzheimer’s Communication Strategies. The seminar will take place at 10 a.m. at the York Township Senior Center, 1500 South Meyers Road, Lombard. The presenter will be Natalie McFarland, BSN, RN, an Alzheimer’s expert and certified dementia trainer. To RSVP for the seminar call 630-534- 0886 or email info@terravista.org.

Tuesday, July 5 Concert in the Park At 7 p.m., the Addison Center for the Arts is sponsoring another Tuesday Concert in the Park at the Gazebo at Village Hall. In case of rain, the concerts will be held in the Rotunda.

This week’s performers: The New Invaders.

Tuesday, July 12 Concert in the Park At 7 p.m., the Addison Center for the Arts is sponsoring another Tuesday Concert in the Park at the Gazebo at Village Hall. In case of rain, the concerts will be held in the Rotunda.

This week’s performers: The Limited Edition Big Band.

Sunday, July 10 Letters from the Oregon Trail At 2 p.m. at Graue Mill and Museum, 3800 York Road, Oak Brook, Letters from the Oregon Trail will be presented by actress Paddy Lynn.

This is a story about one family’s amazing journey westward in 1853.

Share in the family’s daily struggles for survival. Admission: Free. Info: call 630-655-2090 or visit grauemill. org Tuesday, July 19 Concert in the Park At 7 p.m., the Addison Center for the Arts is sponsoring another Tuesday Concert in the Park at the Gazebo at Village Hall. In case of rain, the concerts will be held in the Rotunda. This week’s performers: The Reunion Jazz Orchestra.

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Sports Willowbrook’s Betts earns outstanding male athlete honor High-honor roll student headed to St. Olaf’s to study pre-med

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Recent Willowbrook graduate Lucas Betts hopes his time at the school as a student-athlete made a lasting impression.

Betts recently was named the Willowbrook Athletic Booster Club’s outstanding male athlete for the 2015-2016 school year.

But that award has much deeper meaning to Betts.

“It means a lot to me because I get a chance to be a good example to other up-and-coming students about what it really means to be a student-athlete, play multiple sports and excel academically in the classroom,” he said.

Betts played boys’ soccer and volleyball at Willowbrook. He was a three-year varsity performer on the soccer team and played two years of varsity volleyball. As a senior, he was a captain on both teams.

Betts earned all-West Suburban Conference Gold Division honors as a senior in soccer (he played center midfielder) and in volleyball (outside hitter). He also was named to the Chicago Fire all-state academic team as a senior.

“I like both sports equally,” he said. “I couldn’t pick between them, which is why I had to do both of them all four years.”

Betts started playing soccer at the age of five at the park-district level and then moved up to the club level. He still plays for the Lombard Typhoons club team.

“With soccer I really enjoyed the bond I had with my teammates,” he said. “I grew up with my fellow Typhoons players and some of them went on to play at Willowbrook. Our bond and chemistry was strong when we played, which is why we had a good winning season our senior year.”

Betts picked up volleyball in seventh grade at Jackson Middle School. “I liked how I really improved in volleyball because I didn’t play at the club level,” he said. “I liked improving with my teammates and helping them improve by working hard in practice.

We had some success because we put our strength together and improved as a team and improved our chemistry as a team.”

Betts was equally up to the task in the classroom at Willowbrook where he sported a 4.6 cumulative grade-point average and ranked sixth in the school’s senior class of 483 students.

“Studies always have been a great priority for me,” he said. “I wanted to learn as much as possible with the advanced-placement classes so I could get a head start in college. I know there still is a lot of work ahead for me.”

Betts is headed to St. Olaf in Minnesota to study and play club volleyball there.

“I am primarily focused on studying pre-med,” he said. “I’m looking at emergency medicine or radiology. I still have a lot of time to decide. I have a lot of family in medicine, a lot of nurses with my aunts and uncles and I have a cousin who is a doctor. I love the aspect of helping people in their greatest time of need.”

Looking back, Betts said his greatest sadness in leaving Willowbrook is remembering the athletic competitions he played in.

“I will miss the game nights,” he said. “I’ll miss the late nights with the soccer team under the lights on the field or being in the main gym for volleyball with a big crowd and playing as a team and working our hardest to get a win.”

Next week: A profile on Willowbrook outstanding female athlete Samantha Wozniak.

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Addison Trail baseball team seeing positives during summer season Coach Kennedy focuses on development

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Forget the Addison Trail summer baseball team’s 0-5 record out of the gates.

Coach Mike Kennedy is looking at the bigger picture.

“We’re 0-5 right now but we are playing very competitive ball,” he said. “The summertime is for development. Some of our regular pitchers are pitching on their summer travel teams so that’s given other guys the opportunity to showcase their abilities. I’m very pleasantly surprised with how some of our younger guys are competing right now. Our last three games we’ve been losing by one or two runs. Different guys are getting work. It’s all a growth process and I’m happy with how we are playing so far.”

Kennedy also likes the competitive nature of his pitching staff. “We have guys pitching who aren’t in our top end of the rotation and could end up playing key roles as relief pitchers or spot starters,” he said. “They

are going in there and throwing the ball well and effectively. And hopefully that pushes guys and they are looking over their shoulder and thinking, ‘I better be good or someone is going to take my spot.’ Guys know they are competing for a spot in the rotation or a spot on the staff.

They are taking the ball and throwing it with authority. It’s been fun to watch them.”

Kennedy also is seeing his Blazers’ squad make strides at the plate.

“Our hitting is starting to come around as well,” he said.

In particular, Kennedy has seen good progress from the likes of Ricky Perez and Simon Marinelli.

“Ricky is off to a good start this summer,” said Kennedy. “He’s our returning center fielder and our No. 3 hitter. Ricky is as solid as they come. Simon is behind the plate and leading off for us. He’s been on a tear and continues to get better.”

Trevor Fulmer also has been a key offensive contributor. “Trevor has been swinging a good bat for us,” said Kennedy. “He pitches for his summer team as well. He’s at the top end of the rotation and swings the bat effectively.”

Senior-to-be Mitch Gomez has provided an additional spark. “Mitch

has been a pleasant surprise,” said Kennedy. “He’s a utility guy for us.

Last week he had games like 3-for-3, 3-for-4 and 2-for-3. He’s driving the ball, dropping a bunt down and did this playing third, short and second for us. With versatility like that going into his senior year, he’s going to be very enjoyable to watch grow into that role.”

Kennedy noted both Fulmer and standout pitcher Nick Villasenor recently played in the Chicagoland Showcase event representing the West Suburban Conference at Triton College. Fulmer played first base and Villasenor was on the pitching staff.

“Hopefully they will be back throwing for us this week,” said Kennedy late last week.

Addison Trail was scheduled to play Streamwood, Elgin Larkin and Geneva earlier this week.

“We aren’t putting the wins up yet like we would like, but it’s all about development right now,” said Kennedy. “Those juniors-to-be are getting accustomed to the speed of the varsity game. And our juniors last year are getting to take the reins as seniors. They have an opportunity to shine and they are taking the opportunity to do just that.”

Timothy Christian boys basketball team finishes strong at Braidwood Trojans win final three games of shootout

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Things didn’t start out the greatest for the Timothy Christian boys basketball team at the recent Braidwood shootout at Reed-Custer High School.

The Trojans lost their first two games, but came back on the final day to win all three of their games and leave the event with positives to ponder.

“We lost the second game by two points and I don’t know if we should have lost that one,” said Timothy Christian coach Jack LeGrand. “But the guys came back and won the last three games.”

Timothy also has been playing in leagues at Riverside-Brookfield and Westmont. “It’s been a summer that has been packed full,” said LeGrand.

“Between camps and playing games, we’re going Tuesday through Saturday and we’re playing some good competition. At R-B, we’ve had a good summer so far.”

And LeGrand is seeing his team take steps forward. “The guys are showing flashes and playing very good basketball,” he said. “We have good chemistry and the kids share the ball well. The problem is trying to get consistency the entire game.”

LeGrand said one big boost has been the sophomore class that will be juniors this fall. “The juniors who were sophomores had a lot of success at the lower level,” he said. “It’s been fun watching them get acclimated to the bigger-school pace of varsity basketball. In our first game you saw that ‘eyes in headlights look’, but that’s long gone now.

They are getting better every day.”

Timothy has been led this summer by senior captain Joey Davidson.

“Joey is our leader and captain and is having a great summer so far,” said LeGrand. “He was a good leader for us last year.”

The Trojans also have been bolstered by the play of Jonny Strube and Trayvon Williams. “Both of them have played very well,” said LeGrand, who also lauded the contributions of returning seniors Nick Tameling and Jon Hoekstra.

Juniors-to-be Brandon Orange and Ty Merrick have come out strong this summer. “Brandon is 6-5 and has a real nice touch around the basket,” said LeGrand. “Ty also has been playing very good basketball.

He has a nice feel for the game. He sees the floor very well and does a lot of intangible things.”

Other contributors this summer include Michael Thomas, Michael Martens, Nick Huisman and Jimmy Allen. “Michael Thomas is playing good basketball,” said LeGrand.

“Michael Martens was on the state soccer team and is a good guard for us who has played good minutes.

The interesting thing is we have some height. Brandon is 6-5, Nick Huisman is 6-4/6-5 and Nick Tamel-

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Willowbrook AC MAKING LOUD NOISE? IT’S TUNE-UP TIME! baseball team 20 Point Tune-Up $ & Calibration turning the corner

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook summer baseball team has picked things up in recent days.

The Warriors, who play two squads during summer doubleheaders, were 8-4 through their first 12 games after starting 4-3.

“We are playing good baseball right now,” said Willowbrook coach Vic Wisner. “Our first group hasn’t lost yet. Having the two groups helps build camaraderie and team chemistry. Everyone is getting to know each other.”

Wisner said keys during the summer have been no different than other years—being aggressive at the plate and turning in strong pitching performances.

“We are doing the little things like moving guys along and we are throwing the ball well,” he said. “We are getting guys on and moving them over. We’re seeing guys get more confident and getting better and better.”

Alec Michaelson and Will Hines have been pitching well for the Warriors, while junior-to-be Vince Ruchala was off to a 2-0 start through late last week. Sophomoreto-be Jack Nilles also has been a factor on the mound.

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“As always, we are throwing the ball well,” said Wisner.

In a recent doubleheader against Glenbard East, Wisner noted Ruchala took a 2-1 lead into the seventh inning, but found himself in a secondand-third jam with no outs.

“Vince got ahead in the count to the next batter and got the strikeout,” he said. “We intentionally walked the next guy (to load the bases) and Vince had a great changeup and he got a guy to beat the ball into the ground and we turned two and won the game. It was nicely done and cool to see.”

Wisner also cited recent strong play from Jack Hines (Will’s brother), Jon Kelso (center field), Kyle Ferguson (second baseman, threeyear varsity player) and Ben Espinoza.

“We have good talent at the underclass levels and we have good senior leaders,” said Wisner. “We lost some awesome kids that went out as seniors this spring. They taught these new seniors how to be leaders and how to run a team.”

Wisner has been especially impressed with Espinoza’s development. “Ben hit a huge homer for us against Glenbard East,” he said.

“He’s hitting about .600 for us and has two homers from the leadoff position. He has a .700 on-base percentage. He’s putting up crazy numbers. He’s always one of the hardestworking guys. It’s awesome to see a kid like that get rewarded.”

Wisner again lauded the work of his assistant coaches. “My coaches at the lower levels do a great job of getting guys ready to the point when they come up and expect to win,” he said.

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ing is 6-3 and is a strong kid. Theses kids have big bodies and are able to do some things for us and help us on the glass.”

Allen is a three-sport athlete for the Trojans. “Jimmy is very athletic and plays the three sports, so he’s only been with us a couple days,” said LeGrand. “He’s a piece to the puzzle for us as well.”

Timothy had shootouts on its remaining schedule at Westmont and Willowbrook. The Trojans also are wrapping up play in the R-B league.

“We are making progress,” said LeGrand. “And that starts with seeing more consistency. If we can be more consistent we can take the next step. We definitely are improved.”

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Counteract the fear and confusion with acts of kindness

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aybe I’m a simpleton, but I still profess love is the answer. In the face of tragedy, terror, and events I cannot fathom or even begin to try to or want to understand, I do know that my response is up to me. That power can never be taken away. My reaction is always my choice.

I don’t know how to solve the problems of this world. I only know that I do not have to add to them. I don’t have to relentlessly talk about the madness. Rehashing the horrible events that occur does nothing to add new insight. There is never a satisfying “answer” to why someone would rape, murder, or hate.

The background of such a person can be said in one word: disturbed.

Something is not right within them; end of discussion. A privileged white male horrifically rapes a young woman. Oh, have you forgotten about that already in the wake of the Orlando nightclub attack? What about the shooting at UCLA? Or the Paris attack? Or….. no need to go on. One tragic event usurps the limelight of the previous one and we are off and running to argue and debate

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the next topic of the moment.

We all agree that raping and killing and hating is wrong, yet we hate the attackers. We do. We hate. We stay in the energy of hate. Certainly the terrorists know that. They count on it. Fear and hate are more powerful than any gun or weapon.

With all the uproar on social media every time a new event takes center stage, the rhetoric is still the same. We want to tar and feather the bad guy. Somebody done somebody wrong so now let me go kill him and make it “right”. Many times the bad

guy blows himself up too or the police kill him, so we are happy. We feel avenged. He deserved to die, didn’t he?

We are wonderful armchair quarterbacks. We play judge, jury, and God all in one tweet. But is hate the answer? Does that stop the cycle? I shudder to think that there will be a new headliner atrocious event before this goes to print and our attention will be on yet another tragedy. But we know that to be the case.

Hate breeds hate. Fear breeds fear.

Distrust breeds distrust. No argument there. So why can’t it also be true that listening breeds listening?

Love breeds love. Calm breeds calm.

The very smallest of effort can have a ripple effect. Instead of joining the throngs of hate talk, I can stay quiet. I can simply send loving calm energy to all those who feel lost. I know that is why we join together in

these discussions, online and offline.

We seek comfort and answers.

The monsters have come out from under the bed and they are real and they hurt people. We feel a sense of panic, just like the little kid who is afraid of the monsters in the closet.

There is no reasoning with that child in that moment. Talk is futile. So what do you do? You simply hold your little one and quietly stroke their hair and calm them. Words don’t sway in this case. It is the quiet calming energy that shifts the mood and chases the fear away.

The state of the world may seem like chaos but we can chase the fear away. Instead of talking ourselves in circles, let us seek calm. Let us seek not to be up in arms, but to have outstretched arms. So many feel lost and hopeless in a world that doesn’t make sense. Counteract the fear and confusion with acts of kindness. No

matter how small or seemingly irrelevant, kindness can turn the tide one person, one neighborhood, and one community at a time.

How many times have you heard someone remark after a kind gesture that it is good to know there is still is good in the world? Now more than ever, we can be that force of good.

Yes, call me a simpleton, but join in this experiment. No need for words.

Tiny actions of compassion and caring are how we can soothe each other. That is how we once again believe in our fellow man.

Make eye contact. Smile. Hold a door. Show respect, compassion, and trust. Those tiny actions are indeed huge. We can turn the tide, one tiny act at a time. Let’s start now.

Kelly Epperson Simmons is a ghostwriter, editor, and book coach.

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According to the information provided to the Independent, Zoroastrians have long-served as bridge builders in interfaith dialogue as they see from their own faith, traditions of truth, righteousness, charity, beneficence and respect for creation reflected in traditions of the religions of both the occident and the orient.

Founded circa 1500 BCE, Zoroastrianism is credited to be one of the oldest monotheistic religion, influencing post-exilic Judaism, which adopted some Zoroastrian beliefs such as the ultimate victory of good over evil and the resurrection of souls.

These percepts were then transmitted through Judaism to Christianity, and later to Islam. Zoroastrianism flourished as the imperial religion of three Persian empires, those of the Achaemenians, Parthians and Sassanians, and was the dominant religion from Turkey, and eastward to China during those times. North America’s Zoroastrian community includes those who arrived from the Indian subcontinent, known as Parsis, and those who came directly from Iran seeking religious freedom.

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