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District 88 students pose with Congressman Danny Davis (center) during the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Breakfast on Jan. 17 at University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC).

District 88 high schoolers attend Martin Luther King, Jr. Peace Breakfast On Jan. 17, Addison Trail and Willowbrook students attended the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Breakfast at University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Participants heard from featured keynote speaker Dr. Melissa Harris-Perry. She is the Maya Angelou Presidential Chair at Wake Forest University, the Executive Director

of the Pro Humanitate Institute and the Founding Director of the Anna Julia Cooper Center. She also is Editor-in-Large at ELLE.com. Harris-Perry spoke about the electoral process and encouraged young women to take an active role in politics and other leadership positions. She also discussed the narratives and stories told to the public and helped students begin to think critically about the information they receive. Guests also were entertained by the university’s Unity in Christ Gospel Choir.

Twenty Addison Trail students participated in the event, and those students are part of the school’s Black

Student Union and the Youth Equity Stewardship Series (YESS!) training taking place in District 88 to improve cultural competency. That program is being led by Benjie Howard and Wade Colwell-Sandoval from the New Wilderness Project and is from their Youth Voice Leadership Series.

Thirty-three Willowbrook students participated, and they are part of the school’s Black Organization for Student Success (B.O.S.S.) and Talented African American Leaders Embarking on Their Educational Dreams (T.A.L.E.N.T.E.D.) groups.

All students were invited to attend the event.

Elmhurst College art faculty to exhibit work in a variety of media Members of the Elmhurst College Department of Art will display their distinctive artistic visions during Multiple Visions II, the College’s Art Faculty Exhibition, beginning on January 30.

“This exhibit highlights 12 artists, 12 voices, each showing a group of recent work, and each expressing a very individual concept and style in their work,” said Suellen Rocca, Elmhurst College’s curator and director of exhibitions.

The faculty artists include Dustan Creech, Danielle Dobies ’12, Eric Fuentes, Lynn Hill, Joshua Johnson, Brad Kisner, John Nester, Richard Paulsen, Curtis Readel, Suellen Rocca, Morgan Sims and Mary Lou Stewart.

The exhibition, which features painting, drawing, printmaking, sculpture, ceramics, mixed media, digital art and graphic design, begins on Monday, January 30, and runs through Friday,

March 17, in the Founders Lounge of the Frick Center. A public reception will be held beginning at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 21, in the Founders Lounge. An artists’ talk begins at 5:00 p.m. The exhibition and reception are free and open to the public.

The Elmhurst College Art Faculty Exhibition is one of about a dozen art shows that the College hosts each academic year in two campus venues.

In addition, the College’s A.C. Buehler Library permanently houses the College’s unparalleled collection of Chicago Imagist and Abstractionist Art, which explores the vibrant, often outrageous, yet precisely crafted works of Chicago artists between 1950 and the present. For more information, please contact Director of Exhibitions Suellen Rocca at (630) 617-6110 or srocca@ elmhurst.edu.

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The Villa Park Board of Trustees was set to consider a Resolution asking voters weigh in on increasing sales tax in Villa Park to help pay for needed sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water main infrastructure improvements.

“Recently, the DuPage Water Commission decreased their sales tax imposed on area retailers,” said Village staff in their agenda notes.

“Villa Park can take this opportunity to use proceeds from this sales tax to complete needed infrastructure projects.”

According to staff, increasing the non-home rule sales tax by .05% would generate about $1.5 million annually. This money, coupled with the funds generated by the recent increase in water and sewer bill fees, would be used to finance approximately $9 million in bonds to pay for underground improvements. These needed sewer separation and water main projects would be under streets that are set to be reconstructed as part of the $23 million Street Improvement bond referendum. That money cannot be used for underground infrastructure, so another source of funding is necessary.

The question of raising sales taxes to help fund the sewer/water infrastructure was rejected by voters at the polls during the Nov. 8, 2016 election. If approved by the Board of Trustees (as expected, the Board had not met at the time of this writing) the Referendum question on the April 4, 2017 ballot will be similar.

“The effect would be the same,” said Village Manager Rich Keehner, “[that is], generating revenue to support bond issues to fund sewer and water main separation, repairs and replacement.”

According to Keehner, “This funding source was identified by the Village as an option because the proposed sales tax increase would be paid for in large part by shoppers from outside of the community.”

If approved, the full language of the referendum questions would be: “Shall the Village of Villa Park increase the Village’s Non-Home Rule Municipal Retailers’ Occupation Tax and Non-Home Rule Municipal Service Occupation Tax (commonly refried to as a “municipal sales tax”) from one half of one percent (.5%) to one percent (1.0%) for expenditure on public infrastructure, including the installation, replacement, and maintenance of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water main systems, in accordance with and subject to the provisions of Sections 8-11-1.3 and 8-11-1.4 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/8-11-1.3 and 65 ILCS 5/8-11-1.4)?”

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Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi addressed a crowd of at least 150,000 people at the Chicago Women’s March, urging women and all Americans to stand up and fight for their rights. After the march, Congressman Krishnamoorthi issued the following statement: “Today’s march was about people from every walk of life coming together to declare their support for the rights of women and all Americans. Women’s rights are human rights. A loud chorus of voices including mine will speak up for the rights of women and all Americans to make a better life in this country. I’m proud to be here today and to continue this fight in Congress.”

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Friday, Jan. 27 Library hosts LEGO® Program for younger children

Children ages 2-5 are invited to LEGO®DUPLO® Build + Play for an hour of building, playing, and socializing with other kids and families.

Sessions will take place at the Villa Park Public Library from10 to 10:45 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for each session. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Saturday, Jan. 28 Library offers free SAT practice test The Villa Park Public Library is pleased to partner with the Huntington Learning Center to offer high school students a free SAT practice test from 9 a.m.-12 noon. Students will practice taking a full-length test under the same conditions they will experience during the actual exam.

All registrants must live in or attend a high school in Villa Park or Oakbrook Terrace. Attendees should bring their own calculators and pencils. Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

hold Bark for Books from 4-5 p.m. A variety of dogs, certified by Therapy Dogs International to be gentle listeners, will be at the library, waiting for a reader.

Children of all ages are invited to sign up for a 10 minute session with a furry companion.

Those under the age of 7 must attend with an adult. All participants should choose a book to read to in advance. Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

Wednesday, Feb. 15 • LEGO® Builders Club at the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold a session of its LEGO® Builders Club on this date from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for children ages 6 and older. Registration is required for this session. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

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Monday, Feb. 20 Library screens holiday matinees Children of all ages can stop by the Villa Park Public Library at 1 p.m. for special movie screenings of new DVD releases (all rated PG). Registration is not required. For more information, including the movie titles and running times, visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-8341164.

Wednesday, Feb. 22 • LEGO® Builders Club at the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold a session of its LEGO® Builders Club on this date from 3:30-4:30 p.m. for children ages 6 and older. Registration is required for this session. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

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Police Reports

Addison Jan. 19 Christopher C. Krieg, 28, of Villa Park, was charged with battery near Mill and Stevens at around 2:11 a.m. Police said Krieg punched a victim and struck the victim on the head with a beer bottle.

Jan. 14 Marco A. Delgado Jr., 18, of Addison, was charged with DUI and illegal transportation of alcohol by the driver near Park and Myrick at around 2:41 a.m. Police said officers responded to a complaint of loud music coming from a parked vehicle, and Delgado Jr. was found to be DUI and illegally transporting open alcohol.

Police said Berenise Saucedo, 24, of Addison, had a failure to appear warrant out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s Department for traffic violations.

Villa Park Jan. 14 James M. Connelly, 24, of Villa Park, was charged with possession of cannabis and possession of drug paraphernalia near Villa and Park at around 8:12 p.m.

Sherry A. Stunf, 53, of Lyons, was charged with retail theft at a store at around 1:29 p.m.

A female juvenile from Chicago was charged with three counts of contributing to the delinquency of a juvenile and driving while license suspended in the 700 block of N. Second at around 8:30 a.m. May 25, 2007. The original complaint and arrest warrant was issued Jan. 14.

Jan. 13 Jaden J. Su, 20, of Chicago, was charged with possession of cannabis in the 100 block of E. North Ave. at around 1:39 a.m.

Jan. 12 Theft was reported in the 1-100 block of W. St. Charles Road at around 3:05 p.m. Police said unknown suspects stole an iPhone that was inadvertently left in the men’s bathroom.

Theft was reported near Roosevelt and Ardmore at around 3:23 p.m. Police said two male suspects

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Jan. 11 William G. Wilgus, 60, of Franklin Park, was charged with leaving the scene of a person injured accident in the 100 block of W. North Ave. at around 12:46 p.m.

Jan. 10 Carl M. Pohrte, 33, of Naperville, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia near North

and Villa at around 11:28 p.m.

A 24-year-old Villa Park man was charged with two counts of domestic battery in the 300 block of N. Illinois at around 2:40 a.m.

Jan. 9 Awad Akell, 38, of Oaklawn, was charged with retail theft at a store at around 11:29 a.m.

Anthony J. Hughes, 58, of Villa Park, was charged with un-

The DuPage County Coroner’s Office along with the DuPage County Sheriff’s Police are currently investigating a single vehicle fatality involving a Bloomingdale Police Officer.

Officer Raymond Murrell, 27, of Addison, Illinois was involved in a single vehicle crash on Thursday,

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Projects $10.6 million savings to taxpayers

By Paul DelGuidice FOR THE INDEPENDENT

Taking advantage of favorable interest rates, School District 88 (Addison Trail H.S. in Addison and WIllowbrook H.S. in Villa Park) has refinanced $80 million of bonds. According to District 88 Chief Financial Officer Ed Hoster, the refinancing will save taxpayers about $10.6 million in repayment interest.

“That refinancing of $80 million of bonds (which was approved by the District 88 Board of Education on Dec. 19) will save the district and taxpayers $10.6 million throughout the remaining 10-year bond term and future tax levies.” said Hoster in a release.

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assessed value of their property. The savings will be about $33 for each year thereafter throughout 2028. The bonds were approved by voters in the ‘Building The Future’ referendum and were initially issued with a 4.95% interest rate. The District refinanced the bonds at 2.714%.

Hoster also announced that District 88 recently received an Aa1 rating by Moody’s Investors Service.

This is the second highest possible rating and is used to gauge lending and other decisions by investors, including potential interest rates for bond issues.

“While we face a challenging economy, we continue to look at ways to be financially efficient, while still providing a high-quality and comprehensive high school environment for all students.” Hoster said.

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For many, it’s a stand they never thought they’d have to take.

Sandburg Middle School parents Deb Parkerson Casey and Jenn Toffler launched the petition on January 9 after learning that parent-teacher conferences, which were eliminated for the 2016-17 school year, would not be reinstated at Sandburg next year.

“We were hearing a lot of disappointment within our own networks,” said Parkerson Casey.

“We had a feeling the sentiments stretched further.”

The petition aims to gauge the level of community support for retaining parent-teacher conferences throughout District 205. More than 270 signatures have been collected, and that number continues to grow.

For now, Sandburg is the exception when it comes to conferences being eliminated.

“The concern is that what’s happening at Sandburg could have implications for how conferences are handled across the district,” said Toffler.

“Our hunch is that parents in District 205 value parent-teacher conferences and that they would be very unhappy if those confer-

ences were eliminated in the rest of our schools.”

This fall at Sandburg, the block of time normally set aside for parents and teachers to meet one-onone with each other was replaced with student-led presentations called “student-led conferences.”

During the student-led conference, students presented slideshows to parents that covered topics like self-evaluation and goal-setting. A teacher was in the room to help guide the presentation if needed, but did not provide any feedback about the student’s performance in class.

“The student-led conference did not offer any opportunity to have a conversation with my child’s teachers,” said Toffler. “Sure, I can contact the teachers through email, but I find it very beneficial having that initial conversation each fall that comes with traditional parent-teacher conferences.”

Toffler and Parkerson Casey believe that the District 205 community welcomes positive change and the idea of building learning-centered cultures within the schools.

However, they don’t think learner-centered cultures need to come at the cost of parent-teacher conferences.

“Change that eliminates parent-teacher conferences does not achieve growth for our students.

On the contrary, it inhibits their growth by reducing communication between the two groups of adults most invested in their future: their parents and their teachers,” said Parkerson Casey.

She says there are alternatives that don’t involve cutting conferences.

Many petition supporters are not opposed to learner-centered cultures or the idea of student-led conferences. They just don’t believe that student-led conferences are an acceptable replacement for the conversations that occur between parents and teachers at parent-teacher conferences.

“I would like to see us have student-led and traditional conferences,” said Kevin Kramer, father of children at York, Sandburg and Hawthorne. “My child’s self-evaluation is not the same as the information I get from teachers during parent-teacher conferences.

Both are valuable. I feel that a student-led conference could easily be handled at home.”

One petition signer posted this comment online, “I much prefer hearing the teacher’s viewpoint on how my child is doing and in addition discussing what my insights are to better support my child’s learning experience.”

Parkerson Casey said, “Parents value our hard-working teachers

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and their opinions on how students are doing academically, socially and emotionally in their classes.

Our teachers have a great deal of information about our kids that our kids may not be able to see themselves and that we, as parents, can’t see since we are not present in the classroom.”

More than 40 percent of the petition signers are Sandburg parents.

“We are hoping that their voic-

es are heard and a change can be made at Sandburg before next school year,” Parkerson Casey said. “We are interested in finding a creative solution to this issue that includes a structured time set aside for parents and teachers to meet with each other each fall.”

For more information about the petition campaign, visit http:// parentteacherconferencesmatter. weebly.com.

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Being a hero

Things I learned today: Some of the most unexpected actions might make you a hero. Others do not.

If you are a parent, this pretty much goes with the territory. For me, it’s been this way since the diaper years.

When you change a diaper on time, you are a hero. When you fail to smell the stinky-poo, you are less than heroic.

When you fed your newborn baby at midnight, 2:14 am, 4:12 am and 6:05 am – all within the same, blurry night/morning – you were a hero. When you cried while doing so because you were so very tired, you were still a hero, even though you didn’t realize it at the time.

A hero listens to her kids when they want to talk. A non-hero lectures her kids when they don’t want to listen. (Guilty here.)

When they were little, being a hero often meant doing without so they could have what they needed. Now that they are older, they show me their own heroism when they surprise me with things I don’t really need that they’ve bought because they can and they tell me, “You deserve it, Mom.” (And my heart gushes.)

A hero picks her son up from school, leaving a few minutes early in order to drive a circuitous route so she can park on the right side of the road so said son won’t have to walk across traffic to access the vehicle. This is heroic, even though no one but the mom knows it.

A non-hero parks in a slightly different place when picking up her son, so he doesn’t know she is there at all and thinks maybe she forgot him (which she never would do on purpose).

Proof you are a hero is when your teenage son says, “I love you,” when no one else can hear.

(You didn’t hear that from me.)

You are still a hero when he fails to yell this to you across a crowded room, or from a distance of 100 feet.

A surprisingly significant proportion of heroism begins and ends with laundry. Go figure.

Laundry never used to be heroic when they were using pull-ups

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JILL PERTLER Contributor

and training pants, but it becomes so when your college-aged kids realize they are responsible for their own clean underwear. Sometimes they wash and dry a load but are too busy sleeping or eating or watching football to fold it. When you go to do a load of your own and find their items in the dryer you may decide to take five minutes and fold them. When you do, you are a hero.

In a related scenario, heroic behavior is stumbling upon the fact that rubbing alcohol will remove gum from your ninth grade son’s brand-new expensive name-brand shirt. It is helpful to know that rubbing alcohol is not the same as drinking alcohol. This is especially useful to moms, and specifically moms of teenagers.

Non-heroic behavior is forcing that same ninth grader to wear a jacket to school when it is 10 degrees below zero. Ditto that for long pants.

Bonus hero points given for surprising said son with a pack of his favorite candy when you pick him up from school to make up for the morning’s jacket fiasco and to prepare for tomorrow, when it’s going to be just as cold.

Double bonus points awarded for being brave enough to be a parent for another day. And another. And loving it. Most days.

Except for the jacket part. And the long pants.

And the laundry – if we are being heroically honest here.

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Take your valentine on a ‘Romantic Night Hike’ at Fullersburg Woods Feb. 11 Special evening hike for couples Couples are invited to enjoy an evening under the stars at a “Romantic Night Hike” on Saturday, Feb. 11 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Forest Preserve District of DuPage

AAUW seeks returning scholar from community

County’s Fullersburg Woods Forest Preserve at 3609 Spring Road in Oak Brook.

Adults can take a self-guided hike on lantern-lit paths that meander through an oak forest, pausing on several scenic bridges to listen to the soothing sounds of the rolling waters of Salt Creek. Hot chocolate and a cozy fire for roasting marshmallows will warm couples at the end of the trail.

“Surprise your sweetheart with a truly memorable Valentine’s Day

gift this year by connecting to nature,” said Forest Preserve District of DuPage County President Joe Cantore.

Fullersburg Woods naturalist Keriann Dubina sees many visitors return year after year for this high-demand program.

“The woods are often blanketed in snow, and our staff sets the scene for a romantic winter escape far from a mundane night out,” said Dubina. “This program is one of Fullersburg Woods’ most popular

heart,” said Forest Preserve District for adults.”

“Romantic Night Hike” is $7.50 Commissioner Jeff Redick, District per person and is for ages 18 and 2. up. Snowshoes aren’t required, but Surprise your couples can bring their own if they wish or rent from limited supply for an additional $8 per person, pro- sweetheart with a truly vided there’s enough snow on the memorable Valentine’s trails. Register online or by calling 630-850-8110.

Day gift this year by “Make it a truly memorable Valentine’s Day by experiencing the connecting to nature.”

–Joe Cantore magical beauty of the forest preserves at night with your sweet-

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The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Elmhurst Area Branch is offering a scholarship of $3,000 to a woman from the communities of Elmhurst, Addison, Bensenville, Berkeley, Northlake, Oak Brook, or Villa Park who needs financial assistance to continue her education at the undergraduate or graduate level. An applicant may be studying full or part time. Besides being from one of the above communities, the applicant must be continuing her education after completing at least 12 credit hours at an accredited college or university and be age 25 or older.

Funds for the scholarship come from the Used Book Sale that AAUW hosts each summer.

Scholarship requirements as well as the application form for the scholarship can be found on the organization’s website: www.aauwelmhurst. org.

The application deadline is April 1.

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Worship Services Directory

FIND FAITH & FRIENDSHIP AT

Christian Congregation Church

SATURDAY WORSHIP SERVICE 5:00 P.M. SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICES 8:30 Traditional and 11:00 Family ADULT BIBLE STUDY AND CHILDREN’S SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:30 A.M.

Christian Congregation Church invites you to join us in worship any Sunday at 9:30 a.m., or Tuesday at 7:30 p.m.

We are a family friendly non-denominational Bible church with an outreach in your neighborhood!

Special Water Baptism Service on Sunday, February 12, at 9:30 a.m.

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See our website for more information on contemporary and traditional services, and we hope to see you soon!

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Licensed Orthodontic Specialist

MAKE WAY FOR THE LIP BUMPER

When young patients need to create and maintain the space needed Jeffreypermanent T. Boland to by accommodate teeth, an Licensed Orthodontic Specialist appliance known as a “lip bumper” may be used to preclude the need for tooth extraction. This appliance largely consists of a U-shaped wire, the ends of which are attached to the lower molars.

At the same time, the plastic-coated front end of the bow is positioned comfortably away from the lower teeth.

This positioning encourages the lower lip to exert pressure on the appliance that helps to push the molars back while also allowing the tongue to press against the lower front teeth. Both actions help make more room for permanent teeth to emerge, thereby potentially reducing the time needed for braces.

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Patients with lip bumpers should leave them in while eating but shouldn’t eat hard or sticky foods. Proper and thorough brushing should remove any food that gets stuck in the lip bumper. To schedule a free orthodontic consultation, please call our office.

We recognize that every patient has different needs, and we pride ourselves in the courteous service we deliver to each person who walks through our doors. Available by appointment, we honor all kinds of insurance and charge zero interest on our financing. Straighter Smiles Are Our Specialty!

P.S. A lip bumper will stay in a child’s mouth for about a year.

630-832-1649

120 Mill Street, Wood Dale, IL 269735

www.ilcelmhurst.org Handicapped Accessible

Holy Family Evangelical Catholic Church

BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

159 W. North Avenue in Elmhurst

Sunday Mass at 1:00 PM Confessions at 12:30 PM

315 E. St. Charles Rd., Elmhurst

Mass of Healing & Anointing 1st Sunday

www.bethel-ucc.org 630-279-4040

Mass for First Responders & Veterans 4th Sunday

Sunday Worship & Sunday School

773-721-5383 or 773-814-9238 www.diocesenw.org/chf.htm

10:00 am We are an Open & Affirming Congregation

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Holy Communion on Sunday, February 19, at 6:30 p.m.

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Be a part of the Worship Services Directory for as low as $15 per week Call.. Brenda at 630-834-4450

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Fat Tuesday is Feb. 28th Pre-order your Paczki’s today 1.65 each for traditional / $18.00 per dozen $ 2.50 each for specialty

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A variety of fillings available

630-530-0630 Treat your Valentine to a delicious Lezza dessert Chocolate Covered Strawberries

Sunday Game Day is Feb. 5th

Heart Shaped Cookies Truffles packaged in an Elegant Gift Box

Order your celebratory desserts for the big game

Cupcake Bouquets Cake Pops Heart Shaped 6” Cakes

We’re also offering special Valentine events at the bakery consisting of Crepe Night, Friday Feb. 10 Heart Cookie Decorating, Saturday Feb. 11 Crepe Brunch, Sunday Feb. 12 Valentine Weekend events require RSVP

www.lezza.com Twitter @ Lezzabakery Facebook @ Lezza Spumoni & Desserts

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Store Hours: Tues.-Sat. 7am-8pm • Sun. 8am-5pm • Closed Mondays

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Stone school kids learning about ballet

Second grade students at Stone School are participating in a six week ‘artist in residence’ program presented by Kelly Stokes of Salt Creek Ballet. Stokes works with the students teaching ballet terms and steps, developing movements that help them understand how ballet can tell a story. Each week’s lesson is based on a story that the students read and

discuss ahead of time and Ms. Stokes comes to school dressed as a character from the story. The story for this week was The Lonely Lioness and the Ostrich Chicks.

Students will be presenting dances representing a story they read at their 2nd grade Musical/Literacy Showcase which is scheduled for Wednesday, Feb. 15.

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Second grade students at District 4 Stone School try out some ballet steps as part of a six week “artist in residence program.”

Dressed at the title character, artist in residence program presenter/teacher Kelly Stokes of Salt Creek Ballet tells Stone School 2nd graders the story of “The Lonely Lioness and the Ostrich Chicks.”

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(Continued from front page) local store during a ceremony for the & Noble Gift Card. The winner of winning teachers from their schools. the “Barnes & Noble Teacher of the The student who authors the winning Year” award will receive $5,000 and essay, poem or thank-you letter for will be recognized during a special the teacher who wins the “Barnes event at a Barnes & Noble store. The & Noble National Teacher of the winning teacher’s school will receive Year” award also will receive a $500 $5,000 as well.

For the Entry Form and Official Barnes & Noble gift certificate and a Contest Rules, go to www.barneNOOK device.

The five regional-winning teach- sandnoble.com/h/my-favorite-teachLearning the steps to perform a story in ballet is the focus of this class at Stone School. ers will each receive a $500 Barnes er.

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Visitation Catholic School Announces New Programs for 2017/18!

Kindergarten: new full day or half day options Preschool 4: new five half days or three half days Preschool 3: two half days Before school care and new after school care for Preschool 4 - 8th Attend our

New Family Open House held during Catholic Schools Week:

Thursday, February 2 9:00-11:00 am • Top 15% of schools nationally as assessed by the Measure of Academic Progress (MAP) • New STEM curriculum • Spanish • Above grade level enrichment math, reading

• Reading specialist • Weekly mass attendance, daily religion class • No-cut sports, grades 5-8 • Band, Theater & student clubs • Supportive community of fellow Catholic families

Photo Credit: Kimberly Felton Photography

Learn more by visiting VisitationElmhurst.org • 851 S. York Road, Elmhurst • 630.834.4931 270045

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180 Bonnie Brae, Elmhurst

Start 2017 off in this one-of-a-kind new construction under $700k in S. Elmhurst. Craftsman Bungalow style with 1st floor master suite, finished english basement with bar, chef’s kitchen open to family room with fireplace, south exposure, $699,900 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3PM

180 Bonnie Brae, Elmhurst Start 2017 off in this one-of-a-kind new construction under $700k in S. Elmhurst. Craftsman Bungalow style with 1st floor master suite, finished english basement with bar, chef’s kitchen open to family room with fireplace, south exposure, and 2 car attached garage. 4 beds, 3.5 baths, deep wooded lot, across from park & playground. Top notch SD205 schools - Hawthorne, Sandburg, and York.

Close to downtown Elmhurst, Metra, Wilder Park, Courts Plus, Library $699,900

750 Bryan, Elmhurst

750 Bryan, Elmhurst

Perfect, updated starter home in Lincoln school. 3 beds, 2 baths, 2.5 car garage ranch with fenced yard, deck, finished basement with new carpet, refinished hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen with white cabinets, floors, granite $349,500 OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 1-3PM

Best in Arbor Lakes!

Best in Arbor Lakes!

This gently used home has all the upgrades you won’t get in NEW construction. Light & Bright Open Floorplan w/ 4 LARGE Bedrooms PLUS a loft that could be an additional BR, 2 Full Bathrooms UP. Master Suite w/ Custom WIC & En Suite Spa$289,900 FIRST OFFERING!

This gently used home has all the upgrades you won’t get in NEW construction. Light & Bright Open Floorplan w/ 4 LARGE Bedrooms PLUS a loft that could be an additional BR, 2 Full Bathrooms UP. Master Suite w/ Custom WIC & En Suite Spa-like Bath. Eat In Kitchen has tons of cabinet space, island for eating & entertaining, SS Appliances, Pantry & 1st floor Laundry Room with Mudroom off attached 2 car garage. 2 Story Front Foyer and Formal Living Room blends into Cozy 1st Floor Family Room that opens up to your INCREDIBLE FULLY FENCED IN PRIVATE BACKYARD OASIS, Beautiful Patio, Pergola with Fan, Lighting & Speaker System, Firepit! $289,900

6 Bed Lombard Home!

6 Bed 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

One of a kind, custom built in 2010 with 4 levels of finished living space. 4-5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 car garage with workshop, 1st floor home office, high end stainless steel kitchen with granite counters and breakfast bar, luxurious

One of a kind, custom built in 2010 with 4 levels of finished living space. 4-5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 2 car garage with workshop, 1st floor home office, high end stainless steel kitchen with granite counters and breakfast bar, luxurious master suite with vaulted ceiling, walk-in closet, and master spa bath. Tasteful décor throughout with ship-lap faced family room fireplace, formal dining room, finished basement, and finished 3rd level with play room/arts & crafts/homework loft. Set on a huge 98 x 187, approx. acre lot. Close to downtown Lombard, Metra and Yorktown shopping and restaurants. $545,000

$545,000

Pride of Ownership Throughout

Pride of Ownership Throughout

Meticulously maintained 4 bedroom MacDougall split level with finished sub-basement. Everything has been maintained and cared for and it shows. Newer siding, soffit/fascia/gutters, Pella windows, solid oak 6-panel doors & trim, kitchen

Meticulously maintained 4 bedroom MacDougall split level with finished sub-basement. Everything has been maintained and cared for and it shows.

Newer siding, soffit/fascia/gutters, Pella windows, solid oak 6-panel doors & trim, kitchen remodel in 2006 - granite counters, stainless steel appliances, HWH in 2010, furnace and backup generator in 2008, hot tub with pergola in 2007, and driveway, paver walkway, back patio, shed and landscaping in 2000. Walk to Jackson Elementary, Bryan JRHS, and Eldridge Park.

Pride of ownership throughout and ready to call home! $449,900

$449,900

70’ Frontage in S. Elmhurst

PRIME LOCATION!! UNIQUE 70’ WIDE FRONTAGE ON AN INTERIOR LOT. A FRESH NEW TAKE ON A FARM HOUSE DESIGN. WHITE WASHED CEDAR SIDING WITH CEDAR SHAKE ROOF AND A MIX OF FULL BED RUSTIC STONE $1,150,000

70’ Frontage in S. Elmhurst PRIME LOCATION!! UNIQUE 70’ WIDE FRONTAGE ON AN INTERIOR LOT. A FRESH NEW TAKE ON A FARM HOUSE DESIGN. WHITE WASHED CEDAR SIDING WITH CEDAR SHAKE ROOF AND A MIX OF FULL BED RUSTIC STONE TO ADD SOME WARMTH. 3 CAR ATTACHED GARAGE. SO MUCH SPACE! OVER 3900 SQUARE FEET PLUS FINISHED BASEMENT. FEATURES INCLUDE: WIDE PLANK WAINSCOTING, COFFERED CEILINGS, WIDE PLANK HARDWOOD FLOORS, SONOS MUSIC SURROUND SOUND, THERMADOR APPLIANCES, QUARTZITE COUNTERTOPS, WROUGHT IRON BALUSTERS, CUSTOM MUD ROOM LOCKERS, WORKOUT ROOM, WET BAR, DESIGNER FIXTURES AND HARDWARE. COME ADD YOUR PERSONAL TOUCHES WITH OUT HANDS ON DESIGNER! $1,150,000

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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 at $610,000

$610,000

One of a Kind!

One of a Kind!

Perfect, updated starter home in Lincoln school. 3 beds, 2 baths, 2.5 car garage ranch with fenced yard, deck, finished basement with new carpet, refinished hardwood floors, remodeled kitchen with white cabinets, floors, granite counters, remodeled bathroom, freshly painted interior, with loads of storage. Great location close to award winning schools, parks, Prairie Path, and Spring Rd + York/Vallette business districts. $349,500

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STARTING AT $689,900

YOUR CHOICE OF OPTIONS WITH 30 DAY DELIVERY ON SOME UNITS

Island Construction Gem!

Island Construction Gem!

This brick & stone masterpiece with cedar shake roof was built by Island Construction in 2005. Complete interior remodel including refinished, dark stained hardwood floors, custom millwork, intricate ceiling detail, new ceiling fixtures & custom window treatments are featured throughout. With over 7K SF finished over four floors, this home offers 5-6 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, a fully finished basement & 3rd level, a chef’s kitchen with high-end appliance package, butler pantry, home office, gym, 2nd floor laundry, 2 fireplaces, master’s quarters with spa-bath & balcony, & direct access from heated garage to basement via 2nd staircase & mudroom. This home is also equipped w/ a 3-zone geothermal HVAC system for huge energy cost savings. A showstopper from the curb with mature landscaping, cobblestone driveway, front/rear paver patios, and 9-zone irrigation system. All within walking distance to Lincoln Elementary, York HS, IL Prairie Path, & Spring Rd Bus District. $1,049,900

$1,049,900

Rare Development Opportunity

1.5+ acres of vacant land in Elmhurst. One of the last and largest undeveloped opportunities in town. 444 feet of frontage on Lake St Frontage road. Site can hold as many as 22 townhomes per current zoning. A great opportunity with a $1,250,000 VACANT LAND

Elmhurst’s Premier Builder

Great opportunity with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders steps from Berens Park. 4 beds up, luxurious master suite with mast spa bath, his & hers walk-in closets, 3 car attached garage, hardwood floors throughout, mudroom room $949,900

Rare Development Opportunity 1.5+ acres of vacant land in Elmhurst.

One of the last and largest undeveloped opportunities in town. 444 feet of frontage on Lake St Frontage road. Site can hold as many as 22 townhomes per current zoning. A great opportunity with a variety of uses residential SFR or MF, commercial, or industrial. Just around the corner from new Mariano’s grocers site and close to Berens Park/The Hub Splash Park. TIF incentives coming to this location! $1,250,000

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Attention builders, investors, buyers looking for a steal. This 2008 built, all brick castle is perched atop a 2+ acre wood lot in a private cul-de-sac in Long Grove. 6400 SF + a partially finished 3400 SF walkout basement with 5 existing bedrooms

Attention builders, investors, buyers looking for a steal. This 2008 built, all brick castle is perched atop a 2+ acre wood lot in a private cul-de-sac in Long Grove. 6400 SF + a partially finished 3400 SF walkout basement with 5 existing bedrooms and 4.5 baths. 2story great room is the heart of this home with tons of natural light & seethrough fireplace into den. 1st floor inlaw arrangement,, 1st floor office, 3.5 car attached garage. Huge master suite with dressing area, huge WIC, and luxurious master spa bath.

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Elmhurst’s Premier Builder Great opportunity with one of Elmhurst’s top custom home builders steps from Berens Park. 4 beds up, luxurious master suite with mast spa bath, his & hers walk-in closets, 3 car attached garage, hardwood floors throughout, mudroom room with custom cabinetry, front porch, 1st floor office, custom built-ins, trim, ceiling detail, Moen & Kohler fixtures, family room fireplace, walk-in food pantry, butler’s pantry, huge eat-in kitchen with island, high end stainless steel appliance package with double oven. Act now and work with this experienced builder that can make anything on your wish list a reality. 1/2 mile to downtown Elmhurst/Metra and walking distance to Emerson Elementary. $949,900

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This brick & stone masterpiece with cedar shake roof was built

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Montini Catholic to host several upcoming events for prospective families

Montini Catholic is proud to announce several opportunities for prospective students and parents to explore their numerous academic, athletic and extra-curricular offerings.

In addition to hosting Open Houses in the fall, the college preparatory high school offers a more intimate setting for parents to visit, tour and ask questions at their ‘Meet Montini’ events. They are also looking forward to their upcoming 7th Grade Step-Up Day in February, and the doors are always open for 8th graders to “Be A Bronco for a Day” through their Shadow Day Program.

“Each month, from September through April we offer informal informational sessions for parents at our Meet Montini events,” explained Kim Richmond, Admissions Coordinator. “Unlike our Open Houses, these events allow our visitors a chance to tour the school while classes are in session.” The morning features a light breakfast and are held at Montini’s De la Salle Hall. Montini will host ‘Meet Montini’ events on February 16th, March 16th and April 20th (all at 8:00 a.m.).

“Every year we look forward to meeting our younger prospective students at our 7th Grade Step-Up Day,” says Richmond. “Our visitors get to experience what it’s like to be

a Montini Catholic student during our annual Turnabout Week!” Richmond went on to explain how 7th graders are paired up with a student host and are able to attend classes, meet teachers, enjoy lunch and finally, experience the energy of Bronco Pride first-hand at Montini Catholic’s Turnabout pep rally.

“This year’s 7th Grade Step-Up day will be held on Wednesday, February 15, 2017,” advised Richmond.

Students interesting in attending Step-Up Day are asked to download a registration form at: www.montini.org. (Forms can be found on the ‘Admissions’ section of the site.)

All 8th graders are encouraged to take advantage of Montini’s Shadow Day program, offered each year from September through April, when classes are in session. “Our Shadow Program allows 8th graders to live their day out in the halls and classrooms of Montini, meeting teachers, participating in class and just being a unique member of our school community,” said Richmond.

She also shared that Montini Catholic proudly hosts over 200 students per school year through their Shadow Day Program.

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February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and we will be offering free presentations to school districts in the area all month long.

We will teach proper dental hygiene and each child will get an awesome GOODIE BAG with all the items we talk about during our presentations.

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Young at Art show opens at ACA

District 4 artists have their work on display at the “Young at Art” show at the Addison Center for the Arts. An artists’ reception, held on Wednesday, Jan 18, brought a large crowd of students, staff, families, and community members to enjoy the display of visual arts as well as musical entertainment by the Indian Trail Jazz Ensemble. The ACA gallery is located on the north side of Addison Trail High School, 213 N. Lombard Road, and is open to the public Wednesday – Saturday, 1-4 pm. The art show continues through Feb. 3.

Right: Students, teachers and parents attend the “Young at Art” opening held at the Addison Center for the Arts on Wedmesday, Jan 18. The show, featuring works by District 4 school students, will run through Feb. 3.

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Community calendar

Monday, Jan. 30 Baby Story Time in Spanish (Cuentos de falda en español)

No registration needed; from 9:15-9:45 a.m. at the Addison Public Library; 0-18 months with caregiver. Info: Call 630-4583338 or visit addisonlibrary.org.

• Creative Corner-Kreatywny Kącik drop-in Join us at the Addison Public Library from 10:45-11:15 a.m. for a Polish-English story time which will include books, rhymes, songs, and crafts. Learn something new about the Polish culture or continue learning the Polish language with us. Everyone is welcome. You do not need to speak Polish to attend. All ages are welcome. Info:

Call 630-458-3334 or visit addisonlibrary.org.

• Introduction to Skype The best way to keep in touch from far away! Join us from 7=8:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library to learn how you can call, message, or even video chat across platforms for free with this popular service.

Info: 630-458-3354 or visit addisonlibrary.org to register.

Tuesday, Jan. 31 National Park screening Join us from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library to enjoy a screening of National Parks on our big screen TV. Registration is required. Info: Call 630458-3320 or visitaddisonlibrary. org.

Wednesday, Feb. 1 Valentine’s Day Washi Tape Celebrate Valentine’s Day from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library by creating awesome Washi tape projects! Grades 2-5; registration is open now. Info: Call 630-458-3338 or visit addisonlibrary.org.

• Family Movie Night Join us from 6-8 p.m. at the Addison Public Library for a drop-in movie that is family-friendly on our big screen. All ages are welcome. Info: Call 630-458-3334 or visit addisonlibrary.org.

• Political discussion group Read articles and meet up to discuss them from7:00-8:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library. The conversation is civil and the cookies are fresh. Info: Call 630-4583320 or visitaddisonlibrary.org to register.

Thursday, Feb. 2 ¡Hola!

Join us from 10:30-11 a.m. at the Addison Public Library for our Spanish/English story time! Have fun listening to your favorite sto-

ries and enjoy some activities in Spanish. All ages welcome; knowledge of Spanish is not required. ¡Nos vemos pronto! Info: Call 630458-3338 or visitaddisonlibrary. org.

• Yoga for adults Join us from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library for a special adult-only session. No children please so that the class can better focus on the practice. Info: Call 630-458-3320 or visitaddisonlibrary.org to register.

Friday, Feb. 3 Daddy-Daughter Date Night Twist the night away with your dad at the Centennial Rec Center from 6:30-8 p.m. for ages 4-andup. You’ll enjoy an evening, which includes food, photo-booth and dancing with the DJ spinning your favorite tunes. Each child will receive a special gift and a daddy/ daughter photo to remember this special occasion. Dress your best for this fun-filled night out! Registration deadline is Feb. 1 by 5 p.m.

Fees: $25 couple, $10 additional for residents; $33 couple, $13 additional for non-residents. Info: Call 630-458-3319 or visit addisonlibrary.org.

• Mini Monets Join us from 10-10:45 a.m. at the Addison Public Library for an artbased story time workshop just for little ones. For ages 18 months-3 years and their caregivers. Registration is open now. Info: Call 630458-3338 or visitaddisonlibrary. org.

Saturday, Feb. 4 Golf Dome open house and demo day Steve Kashul of The Golf Scene will be the host free demos and golf clinics from local PGA and LPGA professionals at the Links & Tees Golf Dome. Golf equipment representatives will be on site. En-

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Every Tuesday and Thursday from 3-5 p.m., come get help with your homework from librarians, teachers, college students, and volunteers at the Addison Public Library. Free snacks provided. Info: Call 630-458-3334 or visit addisonlibrary.org • Get your high school diploma The Addison Public Library is now offering adults the opportunity to earn an accredited high school diploma and career certificate online through a new program, Career Online High School (COHS). The library is providing a limited number of free scholarships to qualified adult learners who are looking to advance their careers, prepare for workforce entry, or continue their education. You must live in Addison and be 21 or older. Call 630458-3334 or visit addisonlibrary. org • Widows or Widowers (W.O.W.) meet each month Widows or Widowers (W.O.W.) of the Western Suburbs will meet on the third Thursday of each month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 537 S. York Road, Elmhurst, starting at 6:30 p.m. Admission: $5. Info: (630) 620-4060 or wow. cfsites.org.

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Come learn about DNA from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at the Addison Public Library, the thing that makes everyone unique! We will extract our own DNA and make a delicious model. Grades 3-5; registration open now. Info: Call 630458-3338 or visit addisonlibrary. org.

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Addison Trail girls basketball team defeats Hoffman Estates

Blazers recently completed tough stretch of games

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Addison Trail girls basketball team hit double digits in wins with a recent 29-24 non-conference win against Hoffman Estates.

The win put the Blazers, who led 16-11 at halftime, at 10-9 overall.

In earlier action, the Blazers dropped a 51-42 non-conference game to Streamwood.

“We were down a couple kids against Streamwood,” said Addison Trail coach Rob Schader. “We were winning the whole game and then with about six-and-a-half minutes left we

Fenton girls basketball fights through tough part of schedule Veteran coach Anderson thrilled with team’s work ethic and attitude

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

Longtime Fenton girls basketball coach Tim Anderson warned of a certain portion of the team’s 2016-2017 schedule that lurked ahead.

“I had mentioned we were about to come upon the toughest stretch of the season,” he said. “It was those four games we played after Christmas. My goodness. They were extremely challenging. Glenbard South and Kaneland are the two best teams we’ve seen this season. Walther Christian and Illiana Christian are good as well.

Illiana has a player who is the best guard we’ve seen this season.”

Fenton lost all four games, but Anderson was not deterred by what he saw from his team. “I might start sounding like a broken record, but I’m proud of the girls,” he said. “They are getting better. Glenbard South’s defense is the best we’ve seen in a long time. There was nothing there for us. Even so, we played at our tempo. Kaneland came into the gym and shot 62 percent. We shot 40 percent.

That was our best shooting night of the season at that point. Walther was the one game where we didn’t play at our tempo. They got us to play at their tempo and we didn’t play as well as we could have played.”

Anderson was curious to see how his team would perform the second time around in Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division play. Illiana was the first team the Bison saw for a second time this season.

“I was excited to see how we would do compared to the first game,” he said.

“The second time around was a much better performance than when

we were at their place. They have a terrific guard who put on a show against us and scored 25 points. What we’re trying to do is continue to get better and that’s what we are doing.

It’s what I keep preaching and selling and they are buying. We are working hard and the attitudes are great.

I can’t ask for anything more from them. We knew that would be a tough stretch of games.”

Fenton had conference games against Wheaton Academy and Riverside-Brookfield scheduled this week.

“It doesn’t get any easier,” said Anderson. “But our girls are up for the challenge. They are something special. As long as they are working hard and have great attitudes, we are going to keep moving forward. Our goal is to be competitive in every game as much as we can. You can’t ask for anything more.”

Amari Benbow and Ashley Lira continue to lead the way for the Bison.

“Both of them made the all-tournament team at Christmas,” said Anderson. “They have gotten better and all the girls on the team are improving. That’s what is supposed to be happening. It’s just a matter of if we are going to get better at a faster rate than our opponents. My job is to make sure we are improving individually and collectively as a team every day. They are doing that. If our record was flipped the other way, you’d still want the same thing.”

Anderson expressed in strong terms how far the team has come.

“I can’t believe it’s the same team as we had five weeks ago,” he said.

“They see it now and they are getting a lot of power out of getting better.

If you were to graph our progress in a line graph the last five weeks, it’s moving up. We’re all improving and I’m happy with how hard they are working. We’re excited to see these teams the second time around in conference.”

hit a wall. We played extremely hard, but we couldn’t finish it.”

Diamond Pikulyk led the Blazers with 20 points. “Diamond played a phenomenal game,” said Schader.

“Streamwood has a 6-2 girl and Diamond played against her well. It was an excellent effort.”

In other recent action, Addison Trail defeated West Chicago 48-40 in another non-conference game.

“We played very well against West Chicago,” said Schader. “We played very hard and things worked out.”

Schader was pleased with the team’s defense in the win against Hoffman Estates. “We had Jazmin Mehmeti back in that game and she had a couple

big rebounds down the stretch for us.

Alyssa Pham played well. She rolled her ankle and gutted it out. We held Hoffman Estates scoreless in the third quarter. We played well enough to win that game. We were exhausted. We had been short-handed for a couple weeks.

It was nice to get that win. It was 1716 at the end of the third and then we scored 12 points in the fourth quarter.

We had an offensive explosion.”

Schader continues to be impressed with Pikulyk’s play of late. “She’s been great,” the coach said. “It’s getting to the point now where teams are putting two and three girls on her.

She’s averaging 11.1 points and 9.1 rebounds a game.”

Also playing well in recent times are the likes of Pham, Nicci Scorza, Marie Baumgartner and Diana Graciano.

“Diana wasn’t going to play for us this year, but she came back,” said Schader. “Thank goodness. She’s done a great job for us the last few weeks starting for us.”

Schader likes where the team is sitting at right now.

“We’re 10-9 and have seven games in the regular season left,” he said.

“We feel like there were at least two games there we could have had a different outcome. The kids are getting better. We have a chance here to finish strong.”

Willowbrook girls basketball team making strides Warriors playing a variety of underclassmen this season

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

There is a youth movement in full swing with the Willowbrook girls basketball team.

Warriors’ coach Terry Harrell noted the team plays four sophomores, two juniors and two freshmen.

“Almost everybody on the team is going to be back next year,” said Harrell. “Our record might not be the greatest, but in terms of defense we are doing a good job and getting better. We are a young team, but we are getting better.”

Willowbrook was 5-12 overall through its first 17 games.

“We are giving up an average of 48 points per game,” said Harrell. “The problem is we are only scoring 35 points a game.”

The Warriors have been playing without 15-pointper-game scorer Kelssie Kraabel, who has been out with an injury.

“We’ve made some adjustments,” said Harrell.

“There is nobody at that same consistency level to replace her, but we’ve had people step up on different occasions. Our defense has gotten a lot better. We lost to Lemont, but gave up only 43 points. Lemont was averaging about 60 points a game and we lost 43-30. We played well against Lemont defensively and did a good job on the boards even though we are undersized. We took them out of a lot of things they wanted to do. We didn’t score enough buckets, but defensively we’ve done quite well.”

CeCe Lizasuain has been one of numerous bright spots for Willowbrook. She’s averaging about eight points and eight rebounds per game.

“She’s been an impact player inside for us,” said Harrell. “She’s a sophomore and she’s getting better every day. We’re looking for her to step up even more and play an even bigger role.”

Katelyn McCann has been strong with her

shooting. “She’s shooting very well,” said Harrell.

“Katelyn had 12 points against Lemont. She’s one of our 3-point specialists. She’s shot the ball well the last few games.”

Freshmen Shannon Knudston and Sara Fitzgibbon also have been contributing. “Shannon and Sara have both logged some serious minutes for us,” said Harrell. “We’re a young team, but those youngsters are out there competing. We’ve had some kids step up big for us.”

On the defensive front, Jayla Smith has been a spark for the Warriors. “She’s probably our best defender,” said Harrell. “She’s not the biggest guard in the world, but she has long arms. In a four-game stretch she was averaging three steals a game.”

Harrell likes the progress the team has made and is looking for even more. “The girls are getting better,” he said. “The future is bright. We just have to keep plugging away. These girls were used to winning games at the youth and club basketball levels and then they come to high school and someone grabs you and says you are on the varsity. The girls are adjusting. I feel very good about the future here.”

In the loss to Lemont, McCann led the Warriors with 12 points. Hannah Konrath added eight points, while Lizasuain had four points. Maureen Schmid finished with five rebounds. Knudtson had three assists. Konrath and Knudston each made two 3-pointers.

Willowbrook led 11-10 after the first quarter and trailed 20-15 at halftime. Lemont outscored Willowbrook 12-6 in the third quarter and 11-9 in the fourth quarter.

The Warriors also dropped a 52-47 West Suburban Conference Gold Division game to Morton.

Morton led 9-5 after the first quarter and 26-14 at halftime. Morton outscored Willowbrook 17-9 in the third quarter, but the Warriors held a 24-9 advantage in the fourth quarter.

McCann led the Warriors with 13 points. Knudtson added 10 points, while Lizasuain had eight points and five rebounds. McCann had four rebounds.

Grace Chantos had three assists.

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Taking the next step Fenton wrestler Dylan Butts has developed into a state-ranked competitor

Fenton’s Ames qualifies for boys bowling state finals

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Butts, who also plays football at Fenton and has played baseball in the spring in the past there, got Fenton standout junior wrestler Dylan Butts into the sport at the age of five with his twin brothcompeted for the first time in the Greco Roman er, Jack, who also wrestles in the Fenton program. nationals this past off-season.

“There was a flier at a school about a local wresButts, representing Team Illinois, finished in tling team and my dad saw it and decided it would the Top 12 and was one match away from earning be a good experience,” he said. “We’ve stuck with All-American status. it ever since. I like that wrestling isn’t really a team “It was a great experience,” he said. “I learned a sport, it’s more individual. It’s all you out there. If lot from it. It was amazing. After Greco nationals I you mess up, it’s on you and you get the blame, not was a lot more offensive-minded and a lot more of anybody else. If you lose it’s all yourself. You can’t an in-your-face wrestler. I’ve improved on a lot of make a lot of excuses. It’s also a sport that toughmy offense and just being more aggressive with my ens you up. It makes you accept what happens.” hand-fighting skills.”

Butts tipped his cap to the Fenton coaching staff Butts has carried that off-season improvement for his development. “We get a lot of great coachover to the high-school mat where he was ranked ing at Fenton,” he said. “Brian Hastings (Fenton No. 5 at 182 pounds in Class 2A by Illinois Mathead coach) and Mike Manganello (Fenton assismen last week. tant) have turned me into the wrestler I am today.”

“Right now the best part of my game is probButts also is thrilled about the progress the Fenably my offense in the neutral position,” he said. ton wrestling team has made this season. Fenton “I’m aggressive with getting the legs and working was ranked No. 9 in Class 2A last week. a lot of pinning combos. I’ve been using a lot of “We’re doing very well,” said Butts, who has half-nelsons and arm bars.” three Top 3 tournament finishes to his credit this Butts said his favorite match this season was a year, including a win at the Fenton tournament. loss he suffered in the championship match of the “We just won our 23rd meet in a row. We’re getting tough Hinsdale Central tournament. “Even though after it and pushing ourselves. We want to do great I lost, it was a great experience,” he said. “It was things and achieve our goals. Everybody is workexciting being in the finals of that tournament. The ing super-hard to do better. We want to place in other guy got the ‘W’ at the end, but I had a great state, for sure. The loss to Antioch last year (in the experience and had a hard and tough match at the dual-team sectional) burned. We want to win team end of the tournament.” sectionals this year and get to dual-team state.”

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Fenton senior Jeremy Ames is heading to state.

Ames bowled a 1,243 series and earned one of the individual state-qualifying positions at the recent Glenbard East sectional held at Brunswick Zone in Glendale Heights.

Ames will compete in the state finals tournament this weekend at St. Clair Bowl in O’Fallon, Ill. Ames advanced to the sectional after bowling a 1,239 series at the IC Catholic Prep regional held at the same Brunswick Zone house.

Fenton as a team finished in eighth place in the sectional with a 4,846 score.

Willowbrook girls basketball The Willowbrook girls basketball team was a 28-25 winner over Leyden in recent West Suburban Conference Gold Division action.

Leyden led 8-4 after the first quarter and 14-13 at halftime. Leyden outscored Willowbrook 7-4 in the third quarter, but Willowbrook roared back in the fourth quarter to pull out the win.

CeCe Lizasuain led the Warriors with 12 points and eight rebounds.

Katelyn McCann added five points, as did Hannah Konrath. Shannon Knudtson finished with four points. McCann also had seven rebounds. Maureen Schmid had two steals.

Willowbrook outrebounded Leyden 39-24 and held an 11-2 advantage on second-chance points.

Willowbrook girls bowling team wins Hinsdale South invitational

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook girls bowling team recently won the Hinsdale South invitational.

The Warriors also placed seventh at the Fenton invitational at Wood Dale Bowl.

At Hinsdale South, the Warriors had five girls place in the Top 20 of the tournament. Dana Sasenick was second, while Jordan Tiberi was fourth. Holly Helsper placed eighth, while Katie Pettinger was 14th and

Elizabeth Soriano was 18th.

Sasenick through early last week had the team’s high average in the West Suburban Conference with a 195.

Sasenick also owns the team’s high game of the year with a 269 and the team high series with a 646.

Willowbrook coach Kevin Allen also lauded the contributions of Helsper and Soriano. “Holly and Elizabeth have really stepped up recently and are starting to stand out for us,” he said.

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Willowbrook girls gymnastics team defeats Glenbard South Warriors continue to make improvements heading toward conference meet

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook girls gymnastics team split a pair of recent dual meets with Glenbard South and Addison Trail.

The Warriors scored a 122.8 at the varsity level to defeat Glenbard South. Willowbrook lost a West Suburban Conference Gold Division meet to Addison Trail, posting a 112.3 score. Willowbrook’s junor-varsity team won both meets against Glenbard South and Addison Trail.

“The team has learned to push each other,” said Willowbrook coach Deanna Zuchowski. “While gymnastics is an individual sport, each of the girls on the team has assisted

each other in learning new tricks. We have upped our bonus value and have continued to push hard for stuck routines.

Zuchowski thanked former Willowbrook head coach Andy Isaacson for his assistance this season. “We all have grown this season,” she said.

“Being my first year, it has been helpful having Andy show me the ropes of high-school gymnastics. We have been able to take a struggling team and change the way they look at gymnastics and being on a team. We push the importance of working as a team and doing all you can do to help your team. It has been a great year for all of us.”

Zuchowski noted the Warriors are strongest currently on beam and floor.

“Beam usually is not a strong suit for teams, but our team has made it a point to start more difficult tricks that many girls are afraid of,” she said.

“They also are understanding the

importance of staying on and hitting a beam routine and how it makes or breaks a meet.”

Zuchowski had high praise for the likes of Savannah Catalano, Autumn Palacios and Melanie Hudson. “Savannah has made it a point to be our team captain,” she said. “As a senior, she has assisted in teaching the underclassmen how to become a team.

She starts and ends each practice and also makes sure the girls always are working and making sure they are progressing. Autumn has pushed herself to new limits, trying more and more difficult tricks on each event.

She also has assisted in perfecting floor routines. Melanie has shown strength and perseverance being one of our top competitors at the varsity level.”

At the JV level, Caitlyn Owen took first in the all-around scoring against Glenbard South and also was first against Addison Trail. Palacios was third against Glenbard South in the all-around and second against Addison Trail. “Caitlyn and Autumn have been assisting our JV1 team to their wins in each of the meets, helping keep the JV team second in conference,” said Zuchowski.

Willowbrook competed against Downers Grove South earlier this week and will be in the WSC Gold meet on Saturday.

“If this team wants something, they show their ability to try to capture it,” said Zuchowski. “They have more determination now than at the beginning of the season and have bonded well at all the levels. I am very proud of how these girls have grown. Individually, each has better and more difficult tricks than when we started.

Within the team, they have learned how to motivate each other and help each of their teammates.”

Willowbrook boys basketball team continues to roll

Warriors win Sterling tournament with 4-0 record; Schuemer named MVP

points, while Zafar had eight points.

Phillips and Masys each had six points.

Schuemer was named the tournament MVP after scoring more than 20 points in three of the four contests. “Ethan played really well,”

By Mike Miazga said Perkins.

CORRESPONDENT Perkins liked the team’s resolve in Another tournament and another Sterling. “I liked the way the guys first-place trophy for the Willow- battled through adversity,” he said. brook boys basketball team.

The Warriors headed out west to the Sterling Martin Luther King tourublic nament and walked away with a 4-0 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE record and a first-place finish. It was EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT Willowbrook’s third tournament title DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS this year. The Warriors also won the FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE Stagg Thanksgiving tournament and ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, the Glenbard West Christmas tournaVS. ment.

In a win against Lake Forest Acad- RICHARD C. CONSTANTINO, DEFENDANTS. emy in overtime, Ethan Schuemer 15 CH 001683 had 27 points and 15 rebounds. Mar- 227 N PRINCETON AVE shawn Phillips had 11 points. Iman VILLA PARK, IL 60181 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO Reynolds and Matas Masys each had JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE eight points. Matthew Myers and UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE Sikander Zafar each had six points.

FORECLOSURE ACT “We were able to get the ball inPUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVside against Lake Forest Academy,” EN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foresaid Willowbrook coach Chris Per- closure and Sale entered by the Court in kins. “They ran a zone and we were the above entitled cause on November 8, able to penetrate the gaps and get 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on February 14, 2017, in 501 North County some good looks.”

Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 The Warriors recorded another AM, sell at public auction and sale to the overtime win, this time against host highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the Sterling. Schuemer had 24 points following described real estate mentioned and seven rebounds. Phillips added in said Judgment, situated in the County DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much 12 points and six rebounds. Masys of thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said had 11 points, while Myers had six Judgment: points.

LOT 21 (EXCEPT THE NORTH 100 Willowbrook needed a major FEET THEREOF) IN NORTH ARDcomeback to defeat East Moline MORE, IN THE SOUTHEAST QUARUnited Township. “We were down TER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 39 RANGE 11, EAST OF THE by 16 or 18 points at halftime,” said NORTH, THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN, ACPerkins. “We did a good job com- CORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF ing back. Our full-court press creat- RECORDED NOVEMBER 5, 1914 AS ed some havoc and we were able to DOCUMENT 118541, IN DUPAGE create a lot of turnovers and convert COUNTY, ILLINOIS TAX NO. 06-04-409-008 those into easy baskets in order to get COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 227 N back into it.”

Princeton Ave Reynolds, who was seeing his Villa Park, IL 60181 first action of the season in the tourDescription of Improvements: WHITE, nament, finished with 18 points and ALUMINUM SIDING, SINGLE FAMILY, five rebounds. Phillips had 10 points, TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $23,550.63. while Schuemer had seven points and Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for 12 rebounds. Myers had six points.

“CASH”. The successful bidder must deWillowbrook closed out the tour- posit 10% down by certified funds; balnament with a win against Belvidere ance, by certified funds, within 24 hours.

North. Schuemer had 22 points and NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to gener10 rebounds. Reynolds added 13

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“Two of the games went to overtime and one of the other ones we were down by a lot of points and came back to win. That’s pretty awesome to see the kids respond the way they did.”

Perkins noted because of a weather-related cancellation on the final day of the tournament, the Warriors

See BOYS, Page 30

Notice special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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 http://ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, P.C., Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 254438 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE EIGHTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DuPAGE COUNTY, ILLINOIS FEDERAL NATIONAL MORTGAGE ASSOCIATION, PLAINTIFF, VS. RICHARD C. CONSTANTINO, DEFENDANTS. 15 CH 001683 227 N PRINCETON AVE VILLA PARK, IL 60181 NOTICE OF SALE PURSUANT TO JUDGMENT OF FORECLOSURE UNDER ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE ACT PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered by the Court in the above entitled cause on November 8, 2016, Sheriff of DuPage County will on February 14, 2017, in 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, at 10:00 AM, sell at public auction and sale to the highest bidder for cash, all and singular, the following described real estate mentioned in said Judgment, situated in the County of DuPage, State of Illinois, or so much thereof as shall be sufficient to satisfy said Judgment: TAX NO. 06-04-409-008 COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 227 N Princeton Ave Villa Park, IL 60181 Description of Improvements: WHITE, ALUMINUM SIDING, SINGLE FAMILY, TWO CAR DETACHED GARAGE The Judgment amount was $23,550.63.

Sale Terms: This is an “AS IS” sale for “CASH”. The successful bidder must deposit 10% down by certified funds; balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. NO REFUNDS. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments or special taxes levied against said real estate, water bills, etc., and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

Upon payment in full of the bid amount, the purchaser shall receive a Certificate of Sale, which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

The successful purchaser has the sole responsibility/expense of evicting any tenants or other individuals presently in possession of the subject premises.

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 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 http:// ilforeclosuresales.mrpllc.com.

Between 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. only - Pierce & Associates, P.C., Plaintiff’s Attorneys, 1 N. Dearborn St. Suite 1300, Chicago, IL 60602.

Tel. No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file# 254438 PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, THE PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Plaintiff’s attorney is not required to provide additional information other than that set forth in this notice of sale.

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Montini Catholic will be holding their 2nd Placement Test for prospective students on Saturday, January 28, 2017 and a 3rd Placement Test on February 18, 2017, both at 8:00 a.m. at the school located at 19W070 16th Street in Lombard.

The college preparatory high school’s first Placement Exam was held on January 14th.

“Despite the fact that we had a healthy number of students test with

us for our first test, we have had numerous inquiries about a second exam,” explained Kim Richmond, Admissions Director.

“To serve these families, this year, we are happy to be able to host two more testing opportunities in our Learning Resource Center.”

Students interested in taking Montini Parents with questions and/or interested in a tour of the school are asked to contact Montini Catholic’s

Admissions Office at 630-627-6930.

Catholic’s Placement Exam are asked to register by completing the New Student Application at www. montini.org.

Stamps required for non-motorized boats

Boaters with canoes, kayaks, rowboats and paddleboats can buy Illinois water usage stamps through the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County’s Visitor Services office at 3S580 Naperville Road in Wheaton weekdays 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources requires water usage stamps on all non-motorized watercraft on Illinois waterways.

Stamps are $6.50 for the first three vessels and are good until Dec. 31, 2017. Boaters must affix the stamps to watercraft so IDNR conservation officers and Forest Preserve District police officers and rangers can easily see them.

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Visitors in select non-powered watercraft with valid District permits can boat on four forest preserve lakes. Boaters without District permits can access both branches of the DuPage River and Salt Creek at any practical forest preserve location.

For more details, visit the District’s website or call Visitor Services at (630) 933-7248.

“Whether you rent one of our boats or bring your own, you can enjoy several DuPage forest preserves from the water,” said Forest Preserve District of DuPage County President Joe Cantore.

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(Continued from page 27) had to play their last two games back-to-back.

“The other team in the second game was fresh,” he said. “The kids played through a lot in this tournament. I’m proud of the way they responded.”

The four wins moved the Warriors to 16-1 overall.

“We’re just chugging along right now,” said Perkins. “We’re definitely thrilled right now. I told the kids I knew we were going to be good, but if someone asked me that after 17 games we’d be 16-1, I probably would have said no. That being said, the guys are meeting the challenge.

We have a lot of different players making contributions. I couldn’t be prouder of this group right now.”

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