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Man arrested for alleged motor vehicle burglary

According to a release issued by Elmhurst Police Chief Michael Ruth, police have arrested a suspect in a case of burglary to a motor vehicle that occurred in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Feb. 28.

At 1:49 a.m., police responded to a 911 call from a resident who observed a suspicious male subject pulling on car door handles in the vicinity of Berkley and Elm Park Avenues in Elmhurst. Upon arrival, an officer located a vehicle on the 100 block of S. Berkley that appeared to have been entered and its contents disturbed. Upon speaking to the owner of the vehicle, it was verified a burglary to the vehicle had apparently occurred.

Officers conducted a search of the area with the assistance of a police canine unit. During the search the offender was spotted and fled from officers on foot. After approximately an hour, the offender was located walking along the Canadian National Railroad tracks near West Avenue, where he was taken into custody.

The suspect in this incident has been identified as Demetrius C. Orr, 18, of the 100 block of N. Cornell Avenue in Villa Park. Orr was charged with burglary to motor vehicle and transported to the DuPage County Jail for a bond hearing.

Elmhurst detectives have recovered several items of burglary and theft proceeds that have not yet been associated with any reported vehicle burglaries.

Residents are encouraged to contact the police department to document any burglaries or thefts and to remove valuables from their parked cars and keep unattended vehicles locked to prevent theft.

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Montini celebrates newest members of $100,000 Scholarship Club

Montini Catholic has announced the newest members of its Class of 2017 $100,000 Scholarship Club.

The club includes students who have received $100,000 or more in scholarship offers during their college decision making process. The number of members and the total of offers is expected to grow as the school year progresses. So far, Montini Catholic seniors have accumulated over $7,000,000 in scholarship offers.

Congratulations to the following seniors:

Andrea Dunning $55,560 Father Chaminade Scholarship, $10,000 Leadership in Service Scholarship, $3,000 Study Abroad Scholarship, $4,000 Textbook Grant, University of Dayton; $32,000 Arizona Excellence Scholarship, University of Arizona.

Marissa King $84,000 Founder’s Scholarship, Augustana College; $76,000 Regents Scholarship, Concordia University; $12,000 Catholic High School Award, $64,000 Presidential Scholarship, Benedictine University; $68,000 Academic Merit Scholarship, Millikan University.

Daniel Lopez $60,000 Presidential Excellence Scholarship, $10,000 CED Excellence Scholarship, $1,000 Project Lead the Way Scholarship, Bradley University; $102,800 Peré Marquette Scholarship, Marquette University; $40,000 President’s Award Honors Program, University of Illinois; $32,000 University Scholars Award, $5,000 Presidential Study Abroad Scholarship, Michigan State University; $20,000 National Scholars Award, University of Iowa; $44,000 Dean’s Scholarship Award, Indiana University.

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Pictured are (back row, from left): Conor Williams, Andrea Dunning, Taylor Minauskas, Jade Whaley, Lauren Weglerz, Marissa King and Dominick Moran. Front Row: Catherine McNamara, Daniel Lopez, Elaine Nielsen, Rebecca McManus and Sabrina Spandoni.

ship, $10,000 Lasallian High School Scholarship, Lewis University; $55,000 Award for Competitive Excellence, Iowa State University; $20,000 Emerald Scholarship Award, Eastern Illinois University; $24,000 Academic Success Award, $20,000 UI National Scholars Award, University of Iowa.

Taylor Minauskas $52,000 Academic Scholarship, St. Ambrose University; $68,000 LaRebecca McManus Crosse Scholarship, Tennessee Wes$60,000 Scholarship, St. Francis leyan University.

University; $56,000 Scholarship, Benedictine University; $44,000 Dominick Moran Scholarship, Elmhurst College. $80,000 Academic Scholarship, Butler University; $88,000 PresidenCatherine McNamara tial Scholarship, $10,000 Catholic $64,000 Presidential Scholar- Heritage Award, Loyola University;

Conroy to host ‘Civics 101’ discussion

State Rep. Deb Conroy (D-Villa from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Funky Java, Park) will host a “Civics 101” com- 30 S. Villa Ave. Complimentary domunity discussion about the legis- nuts from Kuppie’s will be served. lative process Saturday, March 11 “When I go door-to-door, I meet people of all ages who are engaged in our community and constantly looking for ways to make life better for their neighbors,” said Conroy. “At my most recent coffee shop event, the people who attended expressed their interest in becoming more involved. Beginning with “Civics 101,” I will host ongoing community conversations to provide an update on what’s happenThe starting time of the ing in Springfield and together we March Board meeting of will discuss steps that every citizen The Friends of the Villa Park can take to make their voice heard will be one hour earlier. The through civic engagement.” meeting will take place on For more information about CivWednesday, March 8 at 6 p.m. ics 101, please contact Rep. Conin the conference room of roy’s full-time constituent service The Villa Park Library, 305 S. office at 630-415-3520 or email Ardmore Ave. RepDebConroy@gmail.com.

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$42,000 Merit Scholarship Award, ademic Scholarship, St. Ambrose Hillsdale College.

University; $48,000 Grant for Academic Excellence, Olivet Nazarene Elaine Nielsen University. $84,000 Damen Scholarship, $10,000 Catholic Heritage Award, Lauren Weglerz Loyola University; $6,000 Roman $28,000 Academic Merit ScholShaffel, S.J. Award, $76,000 Creigh- arship, Northern Illinois University; ton University Founders Award, $40,000 Dean’s Scholarship, Bradley Creighton University; $88,000 Vice University; $14,000 Alumni Honors President’s Scholarship, St. Louis Scholarship, Hope College; $56,000 University; $62,000 Pere Marquette Peré Marquette Scholarship, MarScholarship, Marquette University; quette University; $56,000 Academ$68,000 Merit Scholarship, Miami ic Scholarship, Butler University; University of Ohio; $128,000 Award for Competitive Excellence, Iowa Jade Whaley State University. $92,000 Dean’s Scholarship, Augustana College; $64,000 AcademSabrina Spandoni ic Scholarship, Butler University; $52,000 Dean’s Scholarship, Iowa $92,000 St. Thomas Award, UniverWesleyan University; $52,000 Ac- sity of St. Thomas; $76,000 Presi-

Obituary ELAINE RUTH PEZZA, 86 Elaine Ruth Pezza nee Deckert, of Villa Park, passed away on Feb 23, 2017 in her home at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Lawrence “Lorry” for 66 years. Loving mother of Gary (Mimi) Pezza, Laurene (Tony) Clarke, Lenore (Nick) Nessi, devoted grandmother of Sonny, Angela, Anthony, Timothy, Joseph, Kevin, Nina, Daniel, Jayson Lawrence and Nicholas, great grandmother of Andrew, Anthony, Ellie, Jack, Jackson, Brody Lawrence and John, dear sister in law of Ida Pezza, Joan Pezza and George Pezza. Funeral Mass was held on Feb. 28, 2017, at St. Pius X Church in Lombard. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. Funeral arrangements provided by Steuerle Funeral Home 350 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park,. For more information, call 630-832-4161.

dential Scholarship, Roosevelt University; $68,000 DePaul Scholars’ Award, DePaul University; $60,000 Lewis University Trustee Scholarship, $10,000 Lasallian Scholarship, Lewis University; $80,000 Presidential Scholarship, $4,000 Catholic High School Award, $8,000 SXU Residence Hall Award, Saint Xavier University; $88,000 Damen Scholarship, $10,000 Catholic Heritage Award, Loyola University.

Conor Williams $68,000 Deans Scholarship, $10,000 Catholic Heritage Award, Loyola University; $52,000 St. Vincent de Paul Scholarship, DePaul University; $51,600 Peré Marquette Scholarship, Marquette University.

Village finance department earns award for 30th year According to a release issued by Kevin Wachtel, director of finance for the Village of Villa Park, the Finance Department has been awarded a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its 2016 fiscal year end comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR).

This is the 30th consecutive year of recognition for outstanding governmental accounting and financial reporting.

“This Certificate of Achievement is a testament to the Village Board’s commitment to clearly report the Village’s financial picture,” said Wachtel.

“I appreciate the Village Manag-

er’s continued support for preparing a comprehensive report. The report is a thorough review of all aspects of the Village’s operations, so it requires much work by the entire Finance Department, and also a great effort by each of the Village’s operating departments. We will continue to prepare our financial reports to the high standards set forth by the GFOA so that all stakeholders find them informative and useful.”

The CAFR was reviewed by an impartial panel to judge whether it met the GFOA’s standards, demonstrated full disclosure, communicated a financial story and motivated readers to engage with the CAFR.

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College been so strong,” Daniels told the group of about 125 people from all walks of life in the community who were invited. “We are so proud of the spirit of community and all it represents.”

The Elmhurst Jazz Combo performed briefly at the beginning of the program to the delight of all the guests. Desiree Chen, Senior Director of Communications and External Relations for Elmhurst College, showed a newly-created video that offered the latest information about the college, its classes, students, faculty, programs and activities, and its current financial status. The college currently has about 3,300 students and offers 61 majors, 17 graduate programs and 100 organizations, teams and clubs.

Dr. VanAken began his comments noting that although he’s only been in his position officially since July 1, it was about a year ago at this time that he and Annette flew here to look over the campus — in the cold and snow. But the weather did not keep them away.

“It feels like home,” he said.

“Annette and I are both here because we feel it is our calling in life to get involved with young people at this very important time in their lives. We want students to live their best-possible life in the future. And the best possible life always begins with a good education.”

After calling attention to ELSA, the college’s Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy, which serves 42 people, another short video was shown, this time from the parents of a young lady receiving her acceptance letter to attend ELSA classes. It was a heart-warming scene, watching her jump up

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Addison March 2 • Jackie M. Brown, 40, of Addison, was charged with disorderly conduct and resisting a police officer at a restaurant in the 500 block of W. Lake St. at around 9:35 p.m. Police said Brown shouted and waved his

hands aggressively at the restaurant.

Brown moved his shoulders and pulled his arms away from officers in attempt to resist arrest, according to police.

• Karina Cardenas, 20, of Addison, was charged with battery at around 9 a.m. Police said Cardenas struck a victim in the eye with a key/lanyard at a restaurant.

March 1 • Maria Orlando, 31, of Addison, was charged with DUI-drugs and failure to signal when required near Holtz and Mulloy at around 1:26 p.m.

• Peter R. Tukiendorf, 33, of Lom-

Villa Park Feb. 25 • Nickolas Colon, 28, of Chicago, was charged with retail theft at a store at around 3:19 p.m.

• A stolen vehicle was reported in the 1-100 block of S. Villa. Police Feb. 28 said that between 12:30 and 7 a.m., Santiago Mendoza, 32, of Addi- an unknown suspect stole a vehicle son, was charged with DUI, illegal that was parked in a lot. transportation of alcohol, driving too fast for conditions and driving Feb. 20-Feb.25 on the sidewalk in the 100 block of Theft was reported at a hotel.

School Street at around 10:05 p.m. Police said that between the above Police said Mendoza was stopped for dates, an unknown suspect apparspeeding and nearly striking several ently stole a gold necklace that was squad cars. left unsecured in a bathroom inside the hotel.

Feb. 27 Maria Sotelo, 39, of Addison, was Feb. 24 charged with DUI, no valid driver’s • Joseph J. Cozzi, 20, of Burbank, license and no insurance in the 100 was charged with theft at around 11 block of Elizabeth Drive at around a.m. Feb. 3 in the 1100 block of N. 12:16 a.m.

Villa. The original complaint and arrest warrant was issued on Feb. 24.

Feb. 26 • Sheila A. Wannos, 58, of Villa A 26-year-old man from Freeport, Park, was charged with two counts of Ill., had a failure to appear warrant DUI in the 600 block of W. Vermont out of the DuPage County Sheriff’s at around 6:35 p.m.

Department for domestic battery that • A male juvenile from Zion was allegedly took place in the 500 block charged with unlawful possession of N. Swift Road at around 10:14 of cannabis, unlawful possession of p.m. drug paraphernalia, no valid driver’s license, excessive noise created by a Feb. 25 muffler or lack thereof and no winMariano A. Reyes-Ovalle, 31, of dow treatment on windows adjacent Addison, was charged with illegal to the driver near North and Ellstransportation of open alcohol, fail- worth at around 8:52 p.m. ure to reduce speed to avoid an accident, no valid driver’s license and no Feb. 10-Feb. 24 insurance near Lake and Kennedy at A stolen vehicle was reported around 9:43 p.m. in the 400 block of W. St. Charles.

Police said that between 12 noon Feb. 24 Feb. 10 and 12:50 p.m. Feb. 24, an • Alma A. Jimenez, 37, of unknown suspect stole a trailer that Lakemoor, was charged with DUI was parked in the parking lot while in the 2100 block of W. Army Trail it was having work done on it at the Road at around 10:26 p.m. business.

• A 35-year-old Addison man was charged with domestic battery and Feb. 23 resisting arrest in the 400 block of • A 25-year-old man from JohnsCherry Hill Lane at around 10 p.m. burg, Ill., was charged with two Police said the suspect struck a vic- counts of domestic battery in the 300 tim on the arm with a belt and struck block of S. Summit at around 12:05 the victim with a closed fist on the a.m. jaw.

• Retail theft was reported at a bard, was charged with battery in the 400 block of S. Addison Road at around 7:35 p.m. Police said Tukiendorf put a victim in a headlock and punched the victim several times in the face at a restaurant.

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pharmacy in the 1-100 block of E. St. Charles at around 2:02 p.m. Police said unknown suspects removed items for sale from the shelves and left the store without paying for the items.

• Police said an unknown suspect entered a vehicle parked unsecured in a driveway in the 200 block of E. Oak at around 6:30 a.m. The owner of the vehicle pulled in the driveway after seeing the suspect walk up the driveway. The suspect left the area on foot.

Feb. 22 • Theft was reported in the 100 block of W. Roosevelt at around 12:24 p.m. Police said an unknown suspect stole a cell phone that was inadvertently left unattended on a table in a waiting room.

• A male juvenile from Villa Park was charged with assault in the 900 block of W. North Ave. at around 10:52 a.m.

Feb. 21 Cindy Soria, 21, of Villa Park, was charged with DUI and failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident in the 1-100 block of E. Division at around 8:56 p.m.

Feb. 20 • Brian Jimenez, 20, of Forest Park, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia, unlawful possession of alcohol by a minor and operating a vehicle with a suspended registration for no insurance.

• Robert W. Messina, 34, of Lisle, was charged with fleeing or attempting to elude an officer, aggravated driving while license revoked, spilling a load onto a roadway, and no insurance near Highland and Route 83 at around 8:07 a.m.

• Jaymeson Moten, 23, of Villa Park, was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia near St. Charles and Monterey at around 7:41 p.m.

• Andre D. Wilson, 23, of Addison, was charged with DUI and improper lane usage near North and Ardmore at around 1:28 a.m.

• Four male juveniles—two from Lombard and two from Glen Ellyn— were charged with disorderly conduct in the 600 block of W. Terrace at around 8:06 p.m.

Feb. 14 Shawn D. Casey, 31, of Naperville, was charged with retail theft at Target at 1:55 p.m.

Feb. 10 Two female juveniles from Villa Park were charged with disorderly conduct-fighting at a high school at around 9:20 a.m.

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and down, hug her family and wipe away tears. There were a few tears in the room, as guests watched the video which had originally been posted on youTube by the girl’s parents. Dr. VanAken was made aware of it and decided to show it at the breakfast.

The President went on to other community endeavors such as the upcoming recycling event, the lecture series and other cultural events, the Center for Professional Excellence, which currently has an endowment fund of $2.25 million, and many others. He also looks forward to the college playing an active role in hosting next summer’s Cycling Classic.

In pointing out some exceptional accomplishments by students and faculty at Elmhurst, he said one professor had been named a Fulbright Scholar and will be spending four months in India. He talked about Glenn British, an All-American middle linebacker who was attending the NFL-NFCA Coaches Academy. There are two students who are currently finalists for the Fulbright Scholarship as well.

VanAken said the entire college

was looking forward to celebrating the school’s 150th anniversary, its Sesqui-centennial. They are currently planning for it during 201718, then will implement the plan in 2018-2020 and the Sesquicentennial year is 2021.

Following the President’s address, Elmhurst Mayor Steve Morley was invited to the podium to reflect on the past year with the VanAkens coming to Elmhurst College and into the community.

“What I really noticed was that these people [the VanAkens] are all about the student,” Morley said.

“If he’s not in his office, he’s likely out mingling with the students on campus. He has infectious enthusiasm and is a prodigious fundraiser as well.”

It was noted that after receiving $2.8 million in gifts and pledges for FY16, there is already $6.1 million so far in 2017 Year-ToDate.

“It’s easier to sell something if you believe in your product and Dr. Troy VanAken does just that,” Morley said. “The College is truly a jewel in the crown that is Elmhurst.”

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Conroy’s organ donation bill gets closer to passage Marking one step closer to saving more lives by expanding organ donation registry access to 16 and 17 year olds, State Rep. Deb Conroy, D-Villa Park, passed House Bill 1805 out of a House committee last week.

“Every year in Illinois, 300 people die waiting for an organ. The wait for a kidney in this state is 5 to 7 years,”

Conroy said. “So many families, including my own, understand the reality of these statistics when a loved one needs a lifesaving organ, a gift of life.”

In Illinois, there are over 5,000 people waiting for a lifesaving or-

gan transplant. However, only half of the eligible adults in the country are registered organ donors. House Bill 1805 allows 16 and 17 year olds the opportunity to add their name to the registry when they apply for an Illinois driver’s license or state iden-

DuPage Foundation celebrates McCormick’s 100th birthday

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House Bill 1805 will be considered by the full House in the coming weeks.

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“No one wants to find themselves in the heartbreaking situation where they must consider whether or not to donate a loved one’s organs,” said Conroy. “This bill gives our young adults the ability to make their in-

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While serving as chair of The Chicago Community Trust’s executive committee, Mr. McCormick partnered with local civic leader Mary Eleanor Wall and others in 1986 to create DF, a 501 (c)(3) public charity focused on raising the quality of life throughout DuPage County through its grant-making, special initiatives, and charitable services to donors.

More than 30 years later, DF has grown to more than $65 million in assets and granted nearly $30 million on behalf of DuPage County residents and the causes that matter most to them.

Mr. McCormick served as a member of DF’s Board until 1992 and remained one of our strongest benefactors until his passing in 2006.

Notably, DF was not the only local charity that Mr. McCormick helped create. In 1972, he was a founding member of the Forest Foundation of DuPage, which later became The Conservation Foundation (TCF).

Today, with the support of more than 4,000 members and 500 volunteers, TCF preserves and restores open space and natural lands, protects rivers and watersheds, and promotes stewardship of our environment in DuPage and other nearby counties.

It is fitting that as we celebrate Mr. McCormick’s birthday, DF and TCF are strengthening their relationship.

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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. Hearing Loop Enabled 143 E. Third St. (3rd & Michigan) Elmhurst, IL

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

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Holy Communion on Sunday, March 26, at 9:30 a.m.

Easter Worship on Sunday, April 16, at 9:30 a.m.

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BETHEL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 315 E. St. Charles Rd., Elmhurst

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

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

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Christian Congregation Church

Sunday Worship & Sunday School 10:00 am We are an Open & Affirming Congregation

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Catholic?

Can you remember the last time you went to Reconciliation?

18 Hours of Confession You are invited to experience the Love of God during this Season of Lent.

From 12 noon to 10:00 pm on March 10 and from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm on March 11, priests will be available to hear confessions in English.

Select times will be offered for Polish and Spanish speakers.

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Sunday Mass at 1:00 PM Confessions at 12:30 PM Mass of Healing & Anointing 1st Sunday Mass for First Responders & Veterans 4th Sunday

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Willowbrook names February recipient of 88’s Best recognition

COURTESY PHOTO Villa Park Independent

Pictured here with Principal Dan Krause is Willowbrook senior Casey King (left), who has been named as Willowbrook’s February recipient of 88’s Best recognition.

Casey King has been named as Willowbrook’s February recipient of 88’s Best recognition for his outstanding service work. King, a senior, was recognized during the Feb. 27 District 88 Board of Education meeting.

As a student, King consistently pursues the most rigorous courses available at Willowbrook. At the conclusion of his high school career, he will have successfully completed nine Advanced Placement (AP)/college-level courses, as well as a multitude of Honors courses. King also has been recognized as an AP Scholar with Honors and an Illinois State Scholar and has been a member of the Distinction Honor Roll each semester of his high school career. He is an inductee of National Honor Society, Civitas (Willowbrook’s Social Studies Honor Society), National English Honor Society, Math Honor Society and World Language Honor Society.

Beyond the classroom, King continues to give back to Willowbrook and the community through assisting with Relay For Life and Progress (a program to welcome incoming freshmen); writing for the school newspaper, Skyline; serving as a board member for Blue Crew, Student Council and New Beginnings; and helping underclassmen through the MENTORS program.

King also has represented Willowbrook at the West Suburban Conference Student Leadership Conference for two years, was selected as an Honorable Mention in the 2016-17 DuPage County Daily Herald Leadership Team program and was nominated to the Illinois Academic All-State Team. He further gives back to the community as a member of Varsity Club and Econ Challenge, as well as a four-year member of the Boys Cross-Country, Boys Basketball and Boys Track teams.

He has earned All-Conference honors for Cross-Country and Track and is an IHSA Sectional Qualifier for Cross-Country.

“King is truly one of the kindest and most genuine young men I have the honor of knowing,” said Tara Murphy, English teacher. “He is a member of Blue Crew, and through that, he volunteers for virtually everything we do. This ranges from lunchroom duties to after-school duties and beyond. He is always the first to ask what can be done and the first to pave the path for new ideas. Further, King has been a volunteer referee for the Special Olympics Basketball Team for the past several years. He is extremely busy as a student and an athlete, but the fact he has dependably shown up for the team shows his dedication to the causes he be-

VRPD coming events

St. Alexander’s Troop #199 gives to food pantry

On Friday, Feb. 24, Troop Librarian Jack Cullerton (middle) and Senior Patrol Leader Vincenzo Ledonne (right) representing Boy Scout Troop #199 visited York Township Hall and presented Township Supervisor John W. Valle with a generous donation for the York Township Senior Nutrition Program. Troop #199 out of St. Alexander’s Church held its annual spaghetti dinner fundraiser recently and decided to donate the fresh salad, several gallons of salad dressing and bread sticks that were unused at the fundraiser to the Senior Nutrition Program that serves hot lunches to York Township senior citizens on a daily basis.

Spring Break Camp for ages 5-12 Parks and Recreation’s is offering Spring Camp for kids age 5-12 to give them fun activities to do while on their spring break from school.

Spring Camp will be held March 27-31 at the Iowa Community Center, 338 N. Iowa. Camp is available 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily with a $28 fee; if your camper needs to extend their camp day Sunrise and Sunset Camps are available for additional fees. Campers will enjoy theme days with many games and activities to keep them busy. Please send a non-perishable lunch each day.

Snacks and drinks will be provided. Sign up for the full week of camp or just the days you like. Pre-registration required.

Girl Scout Badge program Calling all Girl Scouts and Brownies in Villa Park…Need to earn a badge? Looking for a fun gathering as a troop? Do you want someone

else to prep, teach and do all the cleaning up from the badge project?

Villa Park Recreation now offers a one-stop shop for earning badges.

Badge classes are led by Cool Science, youth protection trained and certified instructors. Activities are designed to fulfill badge requirements and all materials and supplies for class activities are included. Badge classes are available for Brownies, Cadets and Juniors. To register, visit invillapark.com or call 630-834-8970 for a list of available badges. Badges can also be tailored to a particular troop’s needs.

Sign up for spring soccer Villa Park Recreation is accepting registration for the Youth Soccer League’s spring season. Kids ages 5 and up can register to play in the league which features a 7-week season. Practices are held one day a week starting the week of March 30.

Games are played on Saturday mornings starting April 8. The fee is $62.

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King is truly one of the kindest and most genuine young men I have the honor of knowing.”

– Tara Murphy, English teacher

lieves in. His work with the students during these games further exhibits his kindness, patience and care. King is truly deserving of this award and many more accolades at that.”

WBHS social studies teacher T.J. Artman agreed. Artman also coaches King on the Boys Cross-Country Team and the Boys Track Team.

“King demonstrates excellent character attributes and has an outstanding work ethic and personality,” Artman said. “He consistently comes to class with a positive and charged attitude and is always motivated and willing to work hard. He participates in class and has positive and beneficial points to add during discussions.

When put into groups, King displays leadership qualities, along with a drive to always do his best work. He is respectful to his other group members and makes sure a quality job is done by all. King is a hardworking, punctual, dependable and goal-oriented individual. He has earned the respect of his peers, as well as his teachers. I also have had the pleasure of coaching King during these four years and look forward to what he becomes in the future. He is a very intrinsically motivated individual, who sets very high goals for himself.

This student-athlete is the total package. He will be greatly missed in the classroom, halls and in the athletic arenas.”

World language teacher Peg Browne said King’s willingness to help others is what makes him stand out.

“King is one of the nicest kids in our building,” Browne said. “He was in my class two years ago, and to this day he always says, ‘Hola señora.’

When I needed help hanging 75 piñatas as part of a class project, King showed up during his lunch with four buddies, and we got to work. He took charge and was nice as always. He has a great work ethic and academic skills, supporting his teammates and doing whatever he can to help the team. I have no doubt he will be a great doctor.”

In the future, King plans to study biology and attend medical school to eventually become an emergency room physician. He also plans to continue his athletic career in track and is looking to attend Loyola University Chicago, Butler University, Marquette University or Augustana College.

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Andrew Perun, a 7th grader at Holy Family Catholic School, shows his Illinois National Geographic State Bee Semifinalist award with Principal Kelly. He is one of the semifinalists eligible to compete in the 2017 Illinois National Geographic State Bee. See story on page 21.

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One of a Kind Ranch

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Perfect York Brook Condo!

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Just in time for the spring market! Move in condition, charming tri level in beautiful Lombard.

Excellent location within walking distance to metra train. Less than a block to the prairie path and a 4 block walk to Hammerschmidt grade school. 5 blocks to Paradise Cove pool and waterpark. Perfect location to take advantage of Lombard amenities! Featuring three bedrooms and two full baths. Master bedroom with bathroom en suite. New furnace in 2013, 2 car garage built in ’04, freshly painted rooms with modern kitchen. Pretty Oak floors, ceiling fans (2) and ample storage in attic and lower level storage area. $229,900

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Featuring gleaming hardwood floors, granite countertops, REAL marble slabs in the bathrooms, and high end stainless steel appliance & washer/dryer package, this home is truly move-in ready! 2.5 car attached garage including a workspace & fully fenced large yard. NEWER roof, NEWER WH. Fantastic location. Walk to Eldridge Park & schools. Easy access to Oak Brook shopping, dining, and transportation. Don’t miss out on this one of a kind Ranch in south Elmhurst! $299,900

2010 Custom Home!

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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. $539,900

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Live on the Prairie Path!

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

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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

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

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Mixed-use Building

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Existing building will be removed soon and EPA letter is recorded. Four stories allowed, could be great mixed use development, one of the last lots available in town. 11,917 sf affords approx. 4766sf of building footprint.

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Community calendar

Thursday, March 9 • Chamber hosts Scholarship Breakfast From 8-9:30 a.m., the Villa Park Chamber of Commerce will host a scholarship breakfast buffet fundraiser at Willowbrook High School. Doors open at 8 a.m., breakfast is served at 8:15. Following the program, tours of the high school will be available.

Tickets are $25 per person and goes exclusively to the scholarship fund. To RSVP, call 630-941-9133.

• Community engagement dropin meeting at the library The Library Board of Trustees invites all Villa Park residents to come to the next community engagement dropin meeting from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Your input is needed as the library prepares for the future. On Tuesday, April 4, Villa Park residents will vote on a 20year, $10.6 million bond issue at the consolidated general election. This bond will allow the library to repair, renovate, and build a small addition that will allow the library to address serious building needs. For more details about the election and Library Referendum Bond Issue, go to: vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Friday, March 10 Library holds LEGO® program for younger children All children ages 2-5 are invited to LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play for a time of building, playing, and socializing with other kids and families from 10-10:45 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for each session. Info: vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

Saturday, March 11 St. Alexander’s St. Joseph Dance From 7 p.m. until midnight, St.Alexander’s Knights of Columbus is holding a St. Joseph Dance at St. Alexander’s Church. Enjoy Chicago’s best corned beef and Italian beef; beer, wine, and soft drinks available. Raffles, door prizes, Irish dancing, DJ, and bagpipers. Tickets are $10 dollar donation for admission. Take out meals are available between 6 and 7:30 p.m.

Monday, March 13 Library explores the night skies The Villa Park Public Library is partnering with the Naperville Astronomical Association to present two programs about the night skies in March. First, the library will hold Tour of the Night Skies from 7-8 p.m. Members of the Naperville Astronomical Association will be on hand with telescopes to help identify constellations.

These programs are open to explorers of all ages. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for both programs and the registration deadline for Earth Hour-Night Skies (to be held Saturday, March 25) is Saturday, March 18. Info: vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Tuesday, March 14 Paper Making for Adults workshop at the library

The Villa Park Public Library will hold Paper Making for Adults from 7-8 p.m. Attendees will learn about the history of paper and paper making. They will even make a sample

of recycled-content paper with their own “energy” to take home. Registration is required. Info: vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

Wednesday, March 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.

• 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 630-8341164.

Thursday, March 16 • Multi-Chamber Spring Luncheon From 10:30 to 2 a.m., Villa Park is among 18 chambers participating in a Spring Luncheon and Business Expo, featuring Steinway Musical Instruments CEO Ron Losby as the Keynote Speaker, at Bobak’s Signature Event in Woodridge. Exhibitor opportunities are available. For tickets and information, call 630-941-9133.

• Library program Crafternoons sparks creativity Kids can beat the winter blues with some fun crafts. The Villa Park Public Library will hold Crafternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Open to children ages 7 and up, each session features a new project, using a wide variety of materials. Registration is required. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

• Third Thursday Community Meal Calvary United Methodist Church hosts its monthly “Third Thursday Community Meal with Speaker.”

Dinner starts at 5:30 PM followed by a guest speaker from the DuPage Senior Citizen Council’s Home Maintenance Program. Ralph King will discuss available programs in plumbing, electrical, carpentry and other small repairs. Calvary UMC is located at 136 E. Highland in Villa Park, the northwest corner of Highland and Summit.

The public is welcome and there is no charge for dinner. Info: 630-530-8200 or visit: calvaryumcvp.org.

Saturday, March 18 VFW hosts “A Taste of Ireland” From 4-8 pm., the Villa Park VFW will have a St. Patrick’s Day celebration featuring its own home-cooked corned beef with all the fixings. Tickets are $13 each, available at the door.

Live music provided by “Sons of the Amish.” For more information, call 630-834-5051.

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High School is hosting a Career Booth Fair. Reserve a booth and talk to students about why you chose your field and why they might enjoy it too. Share your stories and the successes to help guide them in their career choice for the future. To register, send an e-mail to Charlisa Pugh at cpugh@jachicago. org or call 331-702-4398.

• Therapy dogs visit the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold Bark for Books from 6:30-7:30 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 630-8341164.

• Library hosts Team Trivia night at Crazy Pour The Villa Park Public Library will host Team Trivia Tuesday at 7:30 p.m., at Crazy Pour, 105 E. North Ave. The winning teams will receive prizes, courtesy of Crazy Pour. Compete in teams of up to eight adults. If you cannot form a team, come anyway. The library will place you on a team. Registration is suggested, but not required.

Info: visit the library’s website at vppl. info or call 630-834-1164. More information is also available at crazypour. com.

Wednesday, March 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.

Thursday, March 23 • Town Hall meeting with Sen. Tom Cullerton From 6-7 p.m., Illinois State Senator Tom Cullerton will host a town hall event at the Villa Park Library at 305 So Aredmore. Free and open to the public. For more information, call 630903-6662 or visit SenatorTomCullerton.com.

Friday, March 24 Library holds LEGO® program for younger children All children ages 2-5 are invited to LEGO® DUPLO® Build + Play for a time of building, playing, and socializing with other kids and families from 10-10:45 a.m. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required for each session. Info: vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

Saturday, March 25 Earth Hour-Night Skies at the library The Villa Park Public Library is partnering with the Naperville Astronomical Association to present two programs about the night skies in March. The first was held March 13.

Tuesday, March 21 This is the second program, which will • Junior Achievement be a special viewing of the ChicagoFair at WBHS land night sky during Earth Hour from From 10:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., Ju- 8-9:30 p.m. Members of the Naperville nior Achievement and Willowbrook Astronomical Association will be on

hand with telescopes to help identify constellations. Registration is required; the registration deadline for this program is Saturday, March 18. Info: vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

Wednesday, March 29 Multi-Chamber luncheon featuring IDES director Beginning at 11:30 a.m., there will be a multi-Chamber Luncheon at The Empress Banquets, 200 E. Lake St., Addison. The program will feature Jeff Mays, director of the Illinois Dept. of Employment Security (IDES). Learn about new changes which benefit Illinois employers. Reservations required.

Tickets are $30/Chamber members, $35/non-members. RSVP to vpchamber@sbcglobal.net or call 630-9419133. Participating chambers include Villa Park, Addison, Elmhurst and Roselle.

Friday, March 31 10th Elmhurst College Governmental Forum From 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Illinois Senate President John Cullerton will be the keynote speaker at Elmhurst College’s 10th Annual Governmental Forum, titled “State of Illinois: Crisis and Resolution,” at the Drury Lane Theatre and Conference Center in Oakbrook Terrace. Tickets are $25 each. For tickets and information, visit elmhurst.edu/tix.

Ongoing events Library offers Mini-Library at Jefferson Middle School In an on-going partnership with School District 45 and Jefferson Middle School, the Villa Park Public Library offers a mini-library for families and kids of all ages at Jefferson Middle School from 3-4 p.m. every Thursday through April 17, except March 30 (closed) and March 2 (12 noon-1 p.m. only). Info: vppl.info or call 630-8341164.

Gymnastics program

Parks and Recreation has announced a new gymnastics program in partnership with Tumbling Times Gymnastics, 400 Rohlwing Road. A wide variety of gymnastics classes are available for all ages and skill levels.

Info: vprd.org or call 630-834-8970.

Engineering Club for grades 6-8 The Villa Park Public Library and Willowbrook High School are teaming up to bring the exciting world of engineering to middle school students. Led by Willowbrook teachers Joshua Zwart and Kevin Quinn and a few of their students, the library will hold Engineering Club on from 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays, March 21 and April 18. All students in grades 6-8 are welcome to attend this fun and educational program. Registration is required. Info: visit the Villa Park Library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-834-1164.

VFW Friday Night Fish Fry From 5:30-8 p.m. every Friday evening, the Villa Park VFW Post #2801, 39 E. St. Charles Road, holds its Fish Fry. Menu available for purchase includes fried shrimp, fish/shrimp combos, beef/sausage sandwiches, combos and hot dogs.

Widows or Widowers meeting

Widows or Widowers (W.O.W.)

of the Western Suburbs meets on the third Thursday of each month starting at 6:30 p.m. Held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 537 S. York Road, Elmhurst. Admission: $5. Info: (630) 620-4060 or wow.cfsites.org.

TOPS meetings held on Friday mornings Remember TOPS? Take Off Pounds Sensibly is still here helping and supporting people to lose weight. Meetings are held on Friday mornings at Grace Lutheran Church 950 S. York Road, Bensenville. Weigh in 9:30 a.m., and meet from 10-11 a.m. Info: email Millie at johnreiter@sbcglobal.net

Storytimes return to the library The Villa Park Public Library will hold another round of its very popular storytimes now through April. These storytime sessions will introduce children to the world of language and books and include stories, rhymes, music, movement, and other fun activities. Storytimes at the library include Marvelous Mornings (first and third Saturdays each month, 10-10:45 a.m.); Babies and Books (Tuesdays or Thursdays, 9-9:30 a.m.); Toddler Time (Mondays or Thursdays, 1010:30 a.m.); Family Storytime (Tuesdays, 10-10:30 a.m.); Story Circle for Preschoolers (Wednesdays, 9:30-10 a.m.); and Ready for Reading (Thursdays, 1:15-2 p.m.). Some storytimes require registration and have recommended age ranges. Info: visit vppl. info or call 630-834-1164.

Special storytimes at venues around Villa Park The Villa Park Public Library will hold special storytimes at Cornerstone Books, Whole Foods Market Elmhurst and Oakbrook Terrace Park District now through April.

• Community Storytime at Cornerstone Books (22 S. Villa Ave.) will be held from 9:30-10 a.m. March 27, and April 24. Mike’s Market in Villa Park will provide delicious snacks.

• Preschool-Palooza! at Oakbrook Terrace Park District (1S325 Ardmore Ave., Oakbrook Terrace) will take place from 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. April 12. The library will deliver a mix of stories, songs, and movement geared for young children exploring their world.

• Whole Foods Storytimes (215 S. Route 83, Elmhurst) will take place from 10-10:30 a.m. March 17 and April 21. Attendees will hear stories and then enjoy a snack, courtesy of Whole Foods Market Elmhurst.

Registration is not required for these storytimes. Info: visit the library’s website at .vppl.info or call 630-8341164.

Library host third annual Peeps® Diorama Contest The Villa Park Public Library will hold its third annual Peeps® Diorama Contest from March 17–31. Children of all ages are invited to create a shoebox diorama using marshmallow Peeps® candy.

More details will be available on Wednesday, March 8. Winning entries will be displayed at the library from April 5-12. Info: visit the library’s website at vppl.info or call 630-8341164.

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Montini Catholic celebrates annual Mother Son Brunch It was a very special Sunday on February 5 as mothers and sons spent the morning together at Montini Catholic’s annual Mother Son Brunch held at the Drury Lane in Oakbrook Terrace. The brunch has become a much cherished tradition at the Lasallian high school and is held to honor Montini’s mothers while thanking them for their influence in their sons’ lives as they navigate through the many victories and challenges of high school.

As with each year, the morning began with a special Mass celebrating the mother/son relationship. Seniors presented their mothers with a special rose in commemoration of their last year as high school students.

“This event is always a great opportunity for our mothers and sons to spend quality time together,” said President Jim Segredo.

“It is also a great opportunity for mothers to meet each other, share stories and perhaps

build new and lasting relationships with one another.”

“The mother/son brunch is the most lovely of events sponsored by Montini,” said Gail Casey, of Villa Park, who attended with son, Liam (sophomore).

“I have attended with both of my sons in different years, and the experiences were just as memorable each time - you always find yourself among friends.”

Pictured above are Villa Park residents Gail and Liam Casey who attended Montini Catholic High School’s Mother-Son Brunch.

Right: Seniors and their moms attend Montini’s Mother Son Brunch. Pictured are (front row seated, from left): David Harte, Daniel O’Connor, Trevor Young, Ted Georgitsis, Justin Cunningham, Will Smith, Jr., (second row): Chris Parrilli, Nicholas Skalski, Justin Stauder, Ryan Mollo, Nicholas Roferos, Nicholas Severin, Edward Rodriguez, John Murray; (third row): Jack Morgan, Brandon Shigalis, Connor Chiaramonti, Mitch West, Brian Golumb, Yang Chen, Thomas Shanahan, Jonathan Pantano, Christian Pirog, Jack Walsh, Daniel Burke and Dominick Moran; Alex Kirch; (back row): Kevin Huff, Joseph Vogrin, Thomas Morrissey, Alex Luka, Patrick Ladd and Anthony Rogers, Donald Reilly and Michael Ross.

Community calendar

Thursday, March 9 George Ceffalio oil painting demonstration George Ceffalio will be giving an oil painting demonstration starting at 7:30 p.m. at Addison Village Hall, One Friendship Plaza, Room 1301. Info: call the Addison Art Guild at 630-9241746.

Friday, March 10 • Family Trivia Night From 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Centennial Rec Center the Addison Park District will host Family Trivia Night. Families are invited to compete for prizes. Snacks provided. To register, visit addisonparks.org Saturday March 11 • ACT and SAT Practice Tests From 8:30 a.m. - 12 noon at the Community Rec Center, the Addison Park District will hold practice tests for students planning to take the ACT or SAT tests. Sign up to prepare for the real test. Actual ACT and SAT tests will be available as study guides. Bring your own #2 pencil and a calculator. To register, visit addisonparks.org • Youth Obstacle Course Race From 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at Community Park, the Park District will hold an obstacle course race for kids.

Take on between 12 natural and manmade obstacles that will challenge you physically and mentally. All participants will receive a t-shirt, medal, goodie bag and bragging rights showing they conquered the course.

To register, visit addisonparks.org Monday, March 13 Raising Healthy Teens in the Digital Age The Addison Public Library will be hosting, “Raising Healthy Teens in the Digital Age” from 7-8 p.m. Learn the latest tips and resources to help your teen stay drug-free. The program is being presented by the Robert Crown Center for Health Education.

Info: call 630-543-3617 or visit addisonlibrary.org.

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Saturday, March 18• Mid-Winter Festival of Artists The Addison Art Guild’s Mid-Winter Festival of Artists, featuring artists’ demonstrations, an auction and refreshments, will be held from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is free. Info: Call 630924-1746.

Saturday, March 25 Experimenting with paint ad collage The Addison Art Guild will be hosting “Experimenting with paint and collage” with Tania Blanco of the Addison Trail High School arts department. The fee is $40 for members, $50 for nonmembers. Pre-registration is required. Info: call 630-2509407.

Friday, April 13 Rick Sajewick pastel painting demonstration Rick Sajewick will be conducting a pastel painting demonstration starting at 7:30 p.m. at Addison Trail High School, Forum Room B. Info: call the Addison Art Guild at 630-924-1746.

Thursday, May 4 Marge Hall oil painting demonstration Marge Hall will be giving an oil painting starting at 7:30 p.m. at Addison Village Hall, One Friendship Plaza, Room 1301.

Info: call the Addison Art Guild at 630-924-1746.

Ongoing events • Addison Art Guild spring members’ show April 4-13 The Addison Art Guild will be holding its spring members’ show from Tuesday, April 4 through Thursday, April 13 in the Addison Village Hall rotunda, One Friendship Plaza. Recent art will be on display and for sale by members. The show is free and open to the public. A reception will be held starting at 8:30 p.m. Friday, April 7. Info: call the Addison Art Guild at 630-9241746.

• Homework help K through 12 available at the Library 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 • Ladies Night at the Golf Dome Addison Links & Tees Golf facility, 880 W. Lake St., will be hosting Ladies Night at the Golf Dome for women 18 years and older on six Wednesday evenings starting March 1, continuing March 15 and March 29, April 12 and April 26, and concluding May 3. Each session goes from 7-8:30 p.m. The fee is $25 per participant which includes 90 minutes of dome time practice, short game practice and PGA/LPGA/USGTF certified golf coaching. Light snacks and complimentary water are included.

All ladies will receive a ticket for a glass of wine with additional glasses available at a discount. RSVPs are required by noon the day prior to each event. Info: 630-233-7275 or addisonparks. org.

• Junior golf lessons in March Lessons for junior golfers ages 8-17 are available at the Links & Tees Golf Dome on consecutive Saturday, starting March 4 and continuing through March 25 from 10-11 a.m. each session.

Fun and basic group golf instruction is provided for the beginning to intermediate junior golfer. Lessons cover golf fundamentals including rules, etiquette, swing and direction for success.

Class meets once per week for four weeks and is taught by PGA, LPGA or USGTF professionals. The fee is $100 for residents, $125 for nonresidents. Info: 630-233-7275 or addisonparks.org.

• Adult co-ed golf lessons in March Four-session lessons for adults 18-and-over will be available at the Links & Tees Golf Dome either on Saturdays from March 4 through March 25 from 9-10 a.m. or on Thursdays from March 2 through March 23 from 7-8 p.m. Get “golf ready” in four days when you sign up for these fun, affordable and social group lessons in a co-ed setting. Class meets once per week for four weeks. Fee: $100 for residents and $125 for nonresidents. Info: 630-233-7275 or addisonparks.org.

Clubs and organizations are welcome to send entries for this column to: QuestPublishing@aol.com. Please include a phone number or e-mail address to contact for information.

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Addison Trail boys basketball team reaches regional title game Blazers defeat Willowbrook in regional semifinals

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Addison Trail boys basketball team engineered a strong playoff run recently.

The Blazers advanced to the Class 4A Batavia regional championship where it lost 71-51 to Naperville North.

Addison Trail was the No. 12 seed in the Hinsdale Central sectional.

Naperville North was the No. 4 seed in the sectional.

Addison Trail advanced to the finals after defeating District 88 neighbor Willowbrook in the regional semifinals at Batavia. Willowbrook was the No. 5 seed in the sectional.

Addison Trail had lost twice to

Willowbrook earlier in the season by scores of 74-51 and 50-38.

The Blazers opened the postseason with a 50-43 win over Waubonsie Valley in a Batavia regional quarterfinal game.

Addison Trail finished the season 18-12 and played in its first regional championship game since 2001.

Addison Trail-Willowbrook boys swimming The Addison Trail-Willowbrook boys swimming team was eighth at the recent Downers Grove South sectional with 55 points.

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Willowbrook boys basketball team loses to Addison Trail in playoffs Zafar, Masys advance in 3-point shooting contest

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Willowbrook boys basketball team was upset by District 88 neighbor Addison Trail in the semifinals of the Class 4A Batavia regional.

Willowbrook came into the regional as the No. 5 seed in the Hinsdale Central sectional. Addison Trail was the No. 12 seed. The Blazers defeated the Warriors by an 81-67 count.

Willowbrook had beaten Addison Trail twice during the West Suburban Conference Gold Division portion of the season by scores of 74-51 and 50-38.

Willowbrook, which set a program record for wins in a season, finished the year 24-5 overall and shared the WSC Gold title with two other teams. The Warriors lost their last three games of the season.

Willowbrook advances two in 3-point contest Two Willowbrook boys basketball players will continue their seasons in the Class 4A state 3-point shooting contest.

Sikander Zafar and Matas Masys both advanced out of the Class 4A Batavia regional and will shoot at the Class 4A Hinsdale Central sectional this week for an opportunity to qualify for the Class 4A state finals in Peoria at Carver Arena.

Willowbrook baseball A pair of Willowbrook baseball players announced their college plans recently. Senior Ben Espinoza is headed to the University of Wisconsin-Plateville.

Fellow senior Will Hines will continue his career at Elgin Community College.

Addison Trail-Willowbrook boys swimming The Addison Trail-Willowbrook boys swimming team was eighth at the recent Downers Grove South sectional with 55 points.

AT-Willowbrook finished eighth in the medley relay with a time of 1:47.68. That team included Evan Zimmerman, Lucas Walsh, Jake Roucka and Jacob Grygo.

Jack Burns was 13th in the 200 with a time of 1:54.57. Zimmerman placed 11th in the 200 IM with a time of 2:10.22. Rouka was 15th in the event at 2:15.23.

Grygo finished 10th in the 50 with a time of 23.46. Mikey Strycharz was 11th at 23.52.

Roucka was 15th in the butterfly with a time of 1:01.06. Burns was 13th in the 100 with a time of 51.47, while Strycharz was 14th at 51.49.

Jack Wentworth was 16th in the 500 with a time of 5:33.83.

AT-Willowbrook was fifth in the 200 relay with a time of 1:32.01 with a team that included Zimmerman, Grygo, Burns and Strycharz.

Zimmerman finished ninth in the backstroke with a time of 58.01.

Lucas Walsh was 16th in the breaststroke with a time of 1:08.93.

AT-Willowbrook finished seventh in the 400 relay with a time of 3:26.25 with Grygo, Wentworth, Strycharz and Burns.

Roucka and Jacob Grygo.

Jack Burns was 13th in the 200 with a time of 1:54.57. Zimmerman placed 11th in the 200 IM with a time of 2:10.22. Rouka was 15th in the event at 2:15.23.

Grygo finished 10th in the 50 with a time of 23.46. Mikey Strycharz was 11th at 23.52.

Roucka was 15th in the butterfly with a time of 1:01.06. Burns was 13th in the 100 with a time of 51.47, while Strycharz was 14th at 51.49.

Jack Wentworth was 16th in the 500 with a time of 5:33.83.

AT-Willowbrook was fifth in the 200 relay with a time of 1:32.01 with a team that included Zimmerman,

Grygo, Burns and Strycharz.

Zimmerman finished ninth in the backstroke with a time of 58.01.

Lucas Walsh was 16th in the breaststroke with a time of 1:08.93.

AT-Willowbrook finished seventh in the 400 relay with a time of 3:26.25 with Grygo, Wentworth, Strycharz and Burns.

Amari Benbow named all-conference for Fenton girls basketball team Wilson competes in state 3-point shooting finals

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

A pair of Fenton girls basketball players received some good news at the tail-end of the season.

Amari Benbow was named to the all-Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division team after a strong season.

“Amari led us in scoring, rebounds and steals,” said Fenton coach Tim Anderson. “She had a great year. As the season went on she kept getting better and better. We’re real excited about her continued improvement next year. She was very difficult for people to guard.”

Krysta Wilson finished her senior season at the Class 4A three-point shooting finals at Illinois State University in Normal. Wilson made seven 3-pointers and did not advance out of her preliminary pool.

“Krysta did fine downstate,” said Anderson. “She looked good out there and didn’t look nervous. That’s a tough thing down there. You have 32 girls shooting and you have to be in the top four to advance. It was a great experience for her. She was our leading 3-point shooter this year. It was fitting for her.”

Fenton wrapped up its season with

a playoff loss to Addison Trail by a 64-30 count.

“That was an interesting game,” said Anderson. “We played probably our best quarter of the year. We were up 18-14 after the first quarter.

We came out blazing. But we didn’t shoot well the rest of the way. It got away from us in the second half. I was happy with how the girls came out. They weren’t nervous and they looked so good in that first quarter.

We couldn’t sustain. Addison Trail was the better team that night.”

Overall, Anderson saw plenty of positives over the course of the long season.

“We had an exciting season,” he said. “It was a very rewarding season. I’m very proud of our girls. We have a lot of them coming back next season, which is a good sign. These girls stuck together the whole season and that’s something that stands out.

I’m there with them every day and watching their progress. I couldn’t be more proud of them. They are a great group of kids.”

Anderson noted a particular change in the team’s progress around December.

“The first few games of the season wasn’t what we were expecting,” the coach said. “And then before Christmas the light went on. If you look at the grand total of what’s going on and where we were at the beginning of December to where we were at

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It was a very rewarding season.

I’m very proud of our girls. We have a lot of them coming back next season, which is a good sign. These girls stuck together the whole season and that’s something that stands out.”

– Tim Anderson, Fenton coach

the end of the season, my gosh, we improved tremendously. That’s what you look for. My hope is they come back and we continue and pick up where we left off.”

Wilson, Jenny Sanchez and Patty Acosta are the three seniors on the team.

“Those three young ladies showed some great leadership that is very much appreciated,” said Anderson.

“We tell them life is full of challenges and it’s what you do about those challenges that matters. Those three girls are exceptional models of how to approach challenges. They are great.”

Fenton boys basketball team loses in regional quarterfinals Sanchez advances in state 3-point shooting contest

By Mike Miazga CORRESPONDENT

The Fenton boys basketball team saw its season come to a conclusion after a 59-55 loss to Chicago Prosser in the quarterfinals of the Class 4A Fenton regional in Bensenville.

Oak Park-River Forest went on to win the Fenton regional with a 69-56 victory over Chicago St. Patrick.

Fenton was the No. 18 seed in the Class 4A Proviso East sectional.

Prosser was the No. 13 seed.

Fenton finished the season with an 8-18 record under first-year coach Chaz Taft. The Bison finished 1-11

in Metro Suburban Conference Blue Lucas Feddersen. All four are sophDivision action. omores.

Michael Natiello was 18th in the Sanchez advances 200 with a time of 2:05.37. Janovsky Fenton’s Javier Sanchez was one was 16th in the 200 IM in 2:17.64. of the top four performers at the Oberski placed 11th in the 50 with a Class 4A Fenton regional 3-point time of 23.20. Feddersen was 15th in shooting contest. the event at 23.67.

As a result, Sanchez will shoot this Janovsky was 13th in the butterfly week at the Class 4A Proviso East with a time of 58.44. sectional for a chance to advance to Fischer was 13th in the 100 in the Class 4A state 3-point shooting 52.04 while Feddersen was 14th at finals in Peoria.

52.27. Jason Gasior was 19th in the 500. Fenton placed eighth in the Fenton boys swimming 200 relay at 1:36.04 with Oberski, The Fenton boys swimming team Janovsky, Feddersen and Fischer. finished 11th at the recent Glenbrook Fischer was ninth in the backNorth sectional. stroke at 58.40. Oberski took 11th in Fenton took eighth in the medley the breaststroke at 1:06.08. Fenton relay with a time of 1:44.49. That was 10th in the 400 relay in 3:50.99 team included Nikolas Fischer, Con- with Maciej Sporna, Jordan Loyola, rad Oberski, Matthew Janovsky and Matthew McElroy and Natiello.

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IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team loses in sectionals

Knights enjoy another outstanding season; Sutton headed to state 3-point shooting finals

CORRESPONDENT

The IC Catholic Prep boys basketball team ran into a tough Chicago Orr team and dropped a 66-44 decision in the semifinals of the recent Class 2A Guerin Prep sectional in River Grove.

Orr went on to defeat Chicago DePaul Prep for the sectional title and played in the Class 2A Joliet Central supersectional earlier this week for a chance to compete in the Class 2A state semifinals this weekend in Peoria.

“Orr is extremely athletic and had several guys who could jump out of the gym,” said IC Catholic Prep coach TJ Tyrrell. “They are a very physical and aggressive team with their pressure and traps. They have the firepower inside and out.

My guess is they will be the Class 2A state champions before this is all finished. We started out a little slow against them and had several opportunities to keep it close. We didn’t hit some shots early on and had some unforced turnovers that led to momentum going in Orr’s favor. The closest we got was 14 in the second half.”

Tyrrell noted Luke Ricobene, Matt Sutton and Amari Reed all had strong games against Orr. “Luke, Matt and Amari really battled against Orr,” he said. “Things are very encouraging for us next year.

We graduate only three seniors and four of our starters are juniors this year.”

Tyrrell thanked Sutton, Tony Gaudio and Galvin Gecsey for their contributions as senior leaders.

“We owe them a big thank-you,” he said.

The Knights finished the season 21-8 overall. IC Catholic Prep won

the Metro Suburban Conference Blue Division title for the first time in that setup and won their third league title in five years. IC Catholic Prep also won its second Class 2A regional title in the last four years.

IC Catholic Prep’s sophomore team finished 17-7 overall, while the freshman squad was 18-9.

“The future is bright,” said Tyrrell. “The program is healthy and I’m very encouraged moving forward.”

Alex Meurer, Kevin Cheng and Reed earned all-MSC Blue hon-

ors—all three are juniors.

“Alex really stepped up for us down the stretch,” the coach pointed out. “He came into his own. In those close games he was in there getting rebounds and doing all the little things we needed to win.”

IC Catholic Prep also won the Coal City tournament this season.

“We had a very good year,” said Tyrrell.

Against Orr, Ricobene had 13 points, while Reed added 12 points.

Sutton finished with 10 points.

“This is absolutely the toughest Class 2A sectional in the state,” said Tyrrell. “Chicago Uplift lost

to Orr and those teams were first or second in the Class 2A state rankings. It’s how it works out. I had a feeling with us hosting regionals that we would head toward the city this year. It was a great experience for us. Overall, this year was great and I’m thankful for the opportunity to coach these boys and be part of this program.”

Sutton’s season will continue later this week in Peoria. He was one of four competitors at Guerin who advanced to the state finals of the Class 2A three-point shooting contest. Sutton will shoot at Carver Arena in Peoria.

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This is the second level of the National Geographic Bee competition, which is now in its 29th year. School Bees were held in schools with fourth through eighth-grade students throughout the state to determine each school champion. School champions then took a qualifying test, which they submitted to the National Geographic Society. The National Geographic Society has invited up to 100 of the top-scoring students in each of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Department of Defense Dependents Schools and U.S. territories to compete in the State Bees.

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The Elmhurst College Governmental Forum is one of the region’s most widely respected venues for the discussion of the vital economic and governance issues facing Illinois. John Cullerton In previous years, the Forum has welcomed Zachary Fardon, U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois; former Illinois governors Jim Edgar and James Thompson; former U.S. Sen. Mark Kirk; Business Roundtable President John Engler; Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives Michael J. Madigan and many others.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 18TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DUPAGE COUNTY - WHEATON, ILLINOIS U.S. ROF IV Legal Title Trust 2015-1, by U.S. Bank National Association, as Legal Title Trustee PLAINTIFF Vs. Anna Kiejko; et. al.

DEFENDANTS 2009 CH 05665 NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE OF REAL ESTATE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 1/4/2017, John Zaruba, the Sheriff of DuPage County, Illinois will on 4/6/17 at the hour of 10:00AM at DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, 501 North County Farm Road, Wheaton, IL 60187, or in a place otherwise designated at the time of sale, County of DuPage and State of Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described real estate: PIN 02-24-206-133 Improved with Residential COMMONLY KNOWN AS: 831 N. Tamarac Blvd.

Addison, IL 60101 Sale terms: 10% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

If the property is a condominium and the foreclosure takes place after 1/1/2007, purchasers other than the mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4).

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