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Proviso East teachers flock to summer training session Faculty aim to hone knowledge of competency-based education

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

When administrators at Proviso East High School opened teacher sign-ups for summer training, they expected about

23 people to enroll in the one-week course. But as the sign-up lingered the signatures rolled in, with eventually half the teaching staff offering to give up part of their summer to improve their understanding of personalized competency-based education, more than double what

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Church, then badminton: Welcome to St. Paul’s

After service, members drop the hymnal and pick up a racket By TOM HOLMES Contributing Reporter

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Thinking back to my time in Hogwarts High School

hese back-to-school days bring back memories of my own education. All these years, I had assumed I graduated from St. Ignatius College Prep. Then I found invisible writing on my diploma that showed I actually attended Hogwarts. I should have known I was at Hogwarts because our school colors were maroon and gold. Another clue should have been the school’s architecture, with its peaked roofs and soaring spires. This style was popular in ancient times before the Great Fire. Like Hogwarts, my school was very selective in admitting students. For years, I feared the Entrance Exam. But the day of the test, a magical sleepiness overcame the priest proctoring the exam and I “borrowed” the answers I needed to pass. These black-robed priests were our professors. They were the only ones permitted to carry sticks, or wands, on the premises. They may have been priests but they taught us comparative religion, studying all the faiths of the world. We were multi-faith like Hogwarts though not yet co-educational. There were no girls named Hermione to hang out with. Instead maidens were bussed from faraway places

to dance with us and cheer on our athletes. Our best sport had been Quidditch, but it was dropped due to exorbitant insurance costs. The priests wanted a safer activity, so they converted the Quidditch pitch into a running track. The school’s emphasis, though, was more on academics than sports. The professors taught us to communicate in an ancient language that was no longer spoken. However, my professor tired of teaching us Latin. Instead, he told us tales from olden times, about how the continent of Atlantis slipped beneath the waves. He also spoke of how the school used to have a good football team. When we got into trouble, they used a form of detention from the Dark Ages. It was called Jug. We were confined to a classroom until we could recite the ancient verses we were forced to memorize. Many students developed powers to shield themselves from punishment. I learned invisibility by never raising my hand in class. Like the Hogwarts students, most of us traveled to the school by train. If we were late, we would conjure the number of the mythical “el” that had broken down. The

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The professors taught us to communicate in an ancient language that was no longer spoken.

professors were skeptical about how often mass transit failed us. Other students used the timeless gesture of the extended thumb to travel to and from school. The curriculum was steeped in tradition and centuries old. The professors drilled us in English grammar until we couldn’t look a preposition in the face. We learned classroom survival skills, like how to get the Biology teacher to talk about the Blackhawks. Like Hogwarts, we had a dress code. We would knot a tie in September and don a sport coat. We did not untie the tie, or clean the sport coat until June. Many of us developed magical powers, like learning trigonometry, so we could qualify to study at universities. Others are now driving for ride-sharing companies. Regardless, the school shaped our lives and we never abandoned the mystical faith the professors had taught us. But the greatest miracle I experienced was in the cafeteria. It was a world of kids from different cultures and ethnic groups. It opened my eyes and I was drawn to a diverse community like Forest Park. We don’t need a Hogwarts to teach our kids that life lesson but I really wish my school would bring back Quidditch. ■ John Rice is a columnist/private detective, who has seen his business and family thrive in Forest Park. He thoroughly enjoys life in the village and still gets a thrill smelling Red Hots, watching softball and strolling through cemeteries. Jrice1038@aol.com

Fundraiser grows internship program for Proviso students When organizers started fundraising for scholarships for Proviso High School District 209 students, they aimed to raise $6,000, enough to fund a grand for the two recipients at each of the three schools. But after a successful fundraiser at Urban Pioneer Group, they pocketed about $18,000, enough to give each student $1,500, and award three previous scholarship recipients and extra $500 to apply to the cost of college books, supplies, housing, etc. “The mood was jubilant, especially after we let them know we raised enough for an additional $500,” said Michelle Woehrle, a member of 209 Together who helped organize the “Great Chefs Feeding College Dreams” fundraiser with the Kiwanis Club of Forest Park. “The cost of college is very significant, $1,500 is going to make a dent.” Woehrle estimated about 30 students, families and friends

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PROVISO PROUD: Forest Park’s Kiwanis and 209 Together members gathered with scholarship recipients on July 30. attended the awards ceremony on July 30, where students received the scholarship money, shared their stories and networked with community members. The connection has since

allowed some students to form a mentorship with community members, who provide advice about their professional fields. “We’re trying to do more to understand how we can be of

service to the students in terms of maybe internships; this mentorship thing is happening organically,” Woehrle said. “If there is a role in collaborating with the schools, we’re very open to it. There’s lots of different skills in the community.” Community members interested in helping grow an internship program between District 209 and Forest Park residents, or supporting the scholarship program, should email 209scholarship@gmail.com. There are also spots still available in the private cooking class led by Chef DiBenedetto of Gaetano’s Forest Park and Chef Paco from New Rebozo in Oak Park. Those interested in participating in the class should email Connie Brown at the above email. “Whether they’re our kids, or someone else’s kids, we’re all in this together,” Woehrle said. “They are our future.”

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Young entrepreneur sees life through new lens Asked to film a friend’s theater group, a business was born

By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

“Everybody’s just like so serious and just goes through the motions. Why live life that way? It passes you by,” said Alex Groesch, the 23-year-old Forest Parker who might just be the village’s youngest CEO. Groesch is the hardworking (sometimes to a fault) founder Butterfly Productions film company, which he launched in December out of his apartment on the 7400 block of Franklin in Forest Park. A little over six months later, Groesch estimates he has produced videos for about 20 customers, including Suze Solari, a fashion consultant and entrepreneur in River Forest; the Oak Park-River Forest Symphony, in which Groesch is a cellist; and 16th Street Theater in Berwyn. Groesch said he gets most of his business through cold-calling and referrals. “The art community is very tightknit, they all know each other, especially in the theater world. If you can send an email to someone saying, ‘Contact from so and so,’ they’re a lot more likely to open it,” he said. Growing up in St. Louis, Groesch said he was always an artist and a natural entrepreneur. He loved drawing and producing music videos and has been playing cello since he was 6. One summer, he spent three months calling some 400 musicians and or-

ganizing an orchestra of 60 people to play a piece he wrote. “That helped me learn how not to be afraid of hearing ‘No’ from like 99 percent of people. You just never know what’s going to work, but you might as well try,” he said. When he entered college at the University of Notre Dame, he decided to major in finance and Chinese, both practical choices he felt pushed to pursue by his parents, professors and society. By his senior year, he knew he didn’t want to become an investment banker. Acting was his favorite class. Groesch’s last six months in school he devoted himself to producing a “mockumentary” about “Bluebird Day,” a fictional bian-

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BEYOND THE STATUS QUO: Alex Groesch, founder of Butterfly Productions LLC.

nual holiday he started in high school but that became very real. Celebrated the second Friday in October and first Saturday of May, the holiday is intended as non-sequitur, celebrated by doing something you used to love, but no longer have time to do. Groesch emailed every professor he had at Notre Dame about appearing in the film, and about 10 agreed to assemble in a room at the same time and talk about the importance of the holiday on camera. That

experience cemented his love for film. After graduating, he moved to Forest Park to produce trailers for a Chicago-based theater company. One day, while shooting at a park in the Austin neighborhood, an actress asked him to film her event. “That kind of was like an ‘Aha’ moment for me,” he recalled. Why work for someone else, Groesch realized. He decided to try to make a living producing short videos for theaters, storytelling groups and businesses, and launched Butterfly Productions. Now comprising 12 employees, Butterfly videos cost $400 to $1,000, and Groesch said he gives a discount to nonprofits. He also started another business, Chicago Property Buyers LLC, and intends to invest his earnings from Butterfly in flipping houses in Forest Park, Oak Park, River Forest and elsewhere. “It just seems like more and more people are OK with just the status quo, but my whole life I’ve wanted to push for more than that,” Groesch said. “I just want people to think outside the box; the way people do things doesn’t need to be that way. Like the banks tell us it needs to be some way, the government tells us it needs to be some way, schools would say a practical job is to go work for a company and make $60K net profit, but I would argue the most practical thing is starting your own business.”

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Triton receives largest Americorp investment in state history $260K will shore up support programs By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

In the upcoming school year, about two dozen people will work part-time offering tutoring and mentoring services at Triton College, thanks to a $260,000 state grant, Triton officials announced in a statement released last week. The part-time workers will all be members of AmeriCorps, a “network of national service programs, made up of three primary programs that each take a different approach to improving lives and fostering civic engagement,” according to the organization’s website. Members of AmeriCorps dedicate a certain amount of service hours to addressing “critical community needs like increasing academic achievement, mentoring youth, fighting poverty, sustaining national parks, preparing for disasters, and more.” In Triton’s case, 24 part-time AmeriCorps members will complete more than 900 service hours throughout the school year, school officials said. The AmeriCorps members will work in a range of student service and mentoring programs, including a program

called TRIUMPH (Triton Undergraduate Men Pursuing Higher Education), which is designed to support male students of color who attend the community college. The members will also help out with tutoring and mentoring programs formed from collaborations between Triton and various community organizations like the Oak Park Public Library and West 40. The state grant is administered by the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service and consists of federal and local matching funds, according to a statement released by Triton last week. In addition to a stipend, the AmeriCorps members will receive additional financial assistance for education-related expenses, such as help paying tuition and student loans, once they complete their service hours, Triton official said. “This is an exciting opportunity for Triton College to expand on strategic plan items that we have not otherwise had the resources or the manpower to expand,” Deborah Baness King, Triton’s dean of academic success, explained in the statement. “The Triton College AmeriCorps State Program will provide the human capital necessary to implement a comprehensive structure of support for our students that increases

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Triton College individualized services and connects students with a mentor/coach,” King added. According to Triton officials, Serve Illinois allocated more than $35 million in federal grant money to pay for 46 AmeriCorps service programs across the state. Triton is just one of four community colleges to receive funding. “This is the largest AmeriCorps investment Illinois has ever seen in the history of the program,” Serve Illinois Executive Director Scott McFarland explained in Triton’s statement. “Last year, AmeriCorps Illinois served nearly 400,000 Illinoisans, including more than 209,000 disadvantaged youth and nearly 40,000 veterans, active military and military family members,” he said. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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Owner’s memory lives on in Circle Lanes Bonnie Stutz died in June, but her renovations continue By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

The late Bonnie Stutz was the iconic office manager at Circle Bowling Lanes, which her family has owned since 1985, but she was also a visionary, dreaming and then implementing recent renovations to the facility, said Marty Considine, manager of daytime operations at the alley. The business continues to be family-owned, Considine said. Grandson Drew has “pretty much taken over” the 77-year-old alley. “With every other bowling alley in this area closing, we’re the only dinosaur left,” Considine said. “We were outdated and now it’s updated; it went from dull and dingy to bright and lively.” In June, Circle Lanes got a new paint job, its first in at least 40 years. Stutz began organizing the repaint job in November 2017, talking with Paulson’s Paint about the colors she liked, even splashing some on the ceiling and walls to help her choose between the three schemes she had planned. She went with blue for the walls, white for the ceiling and a rainbow backsplash behind the pins. But just weeks before workers were set to scrub Circle Lanes, Stutz, 75, came down with pneumonia, entering the hospital the night of Memorial Day, Considine said. On June 8, she died. Her family planned a quick service at Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home. “It was devastating,” said Considine, who has worked at Circle Lanes on and off since 1988 and full-time for the past

eight years. As Stutz aged, he said she continued to come into the alley almost every day, sitting in the same corner and bringing in homemade brownies at least once a week. “She did a lot of things for us; she was a very good boss, family to me,” he said. A day or two after she died, the Circle Lanes repaint was complete. The once off-white and brown walls have been replaced with three tones of blue, which Considine compared to an aquarium, taking two days to paint. The red and brown back splash behind the lanes is now a riot of colors, with an image of a firey bowling ball, shoe and hand guiding their path. The cork ceiling was the big event — taking 119 gallons, four days and two coats of white paint to completely cover the old color. “The guys who did it said they don’t use this much paint on north Oak Park Victorian homes,” Considine said. The repaint job follows a series of renovations that Stutz initiated, which Considine estimated started around 2011 with the installation of electronic scorekeepers. Then the business’ sign was changed to a vertical red-and-black slate, from its neon predecessor. Brand new countertops, carpeting and floor were installed. The heating and air-conditioning units, roof and coolers were replaced. Workers painted the shiny lanes. Considine said Stutz would make lists of improvements she wanted for the business, save her money all year and then every summer, typically Circle Lanes’ slow time, upgrade the alley. After new security and fire alarms were in-

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STRIKE: Longtime owner Bonnie Stutz’s memory lives on in the renovations at Circle Lanes. stalled the first week of August, he said work will probably be done for this summer, but he’s sure there are items on Stutz’s list left for next year. “She’s looking down and feeling proud,” Considine said. “That’s what she wanted. Before she left us she had all these ideas and plans in her head, and now we’re fulfilling them.”

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Ferrara agrees to $2.5 million settlement Still time to file a claim if you believe your Ferrara box was underfilled By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

Ferrara Candy Co. has agreed to pay $2.5 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging the candy manufacturer did not adequately fill the boxes of several of its product brands. Plaintiff Thomas Iglesias, of San Francisco, California, filed the complaint in February 2017, alleging Ferrara’s failure to fill 18 products housed in an “opaque cardboard box (including bag-in-a-box products),” like Lemonheads, RedHots, Brach’s and more, were intentionally deceptive to consumers, constitute unjust enrichment and violate consumer protection statutes, according to a motion filed by Judge Vince Chhabria on June 26 in U.S. District Court - Northern District California. Ferrara filed a motion to dismiss the complaint in May 2017, essentially saying that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration should decide how much empty space is adequate in a candy box, and that it shouldn’t be subject to a legal opinion. The FDA already regulates how much “slack fill,” or empty space, is permitted in product packaging. The motion also stated that Ferrara’s packaging clearly specifies the weight of the product. Ferrara did not respond to an interview request. “Reasonable consumers understand, based on life experience, that many food products, including snack food and candy, contain some empty space,” Robert Hawk, an attorney for Hogan Lovells U.S., representing Ferrara, wrote in the motion. “If consumers seek specifics about the actual quantity of candy in Ferrara’s candy boxes, they need look no further than the front or back of the package itself, where standard, legally required disclosures state the product’s net weight and servings per container.” The court declined Ferrara’s motion to dismiss the complaint the next month and, in May 2018, expanded the lawsuit to nation-

wide class-action status. Iglesias “is typical of consumers around the country in that they were all exposed to identical product packaging, which is alleged to have been deceptive for identical reasons,” Chhabria wrote in the June motion. Those who believe they have purchased a Ferrara candy box or bag that was underfilled can file a claim at www.ferraracandysettlement.com with an administrator the court put in charge of collecting claims. The deadline to file a claim is Sept. 20 and proof of purchase is not required. The matter will be decided on Oct. 25 in the U.S. District Court- Northern District Court. The final settlement amount will be approved then, as will requests for reimbursement

for attorney’s fees and court costs. Chandra Hatch and Lora Pate also have until Sept. 20 to decide if they would like to be included in Iglesias’ complaint or pursue their separate complaint, currently pending in the U.S. District Court - Northern District of Illinois, which alleges that 13 Ferrara products are intentionally under-filled or slack-filled. Hatch and Pate filed their complaint on March 22, and have alleged that Ferrara is settling Iglesias’ complaint because Iglesias was not seeking a large settlement. “Ferrara intends to move to stay the Hatch action, pending approval of this settlement,” Michael Shephard, an attorney from Hogan Lovells U.S., which is representing Ferrara, wrote in an April 20 action.

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SWEET OR SOUR?: Ferrara’s case will be decided on Oct. 25. Ferrara also faces a separate complaint from a plaintiff in St. Louis, who is likewise alleging the candy manufacturer under-fills its products. CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

Park board names first woman executive director Franklin Park Superintendent of Recreation Jackie Iovinelli to succeed Larry Piekarz By NONA TEPPER Staff Reporter

The Park District of Forest Park has named a new executive director, after longtime director Larry Piekarz announced he was retiring after nearly three decades of service. Officials named Jackie Iovinelli as the new face of the park district. She said she is the fourth executive director in the Park District’s 84-year history and first woman to hold the post. “I’ve known Larry for many years; he’s kind of been a mentor and I’ve had a lot of respect for him over the years,” said Iovinelli, of River Grove. “When I knew he was going to be retiring, it was definitely something I was interested in for my own personal career growth because it’s such an awesome Park District. The community, I can’t say enough good things about it.” Iovinelli spent the last 12½ years as superintendent of recreation with the Park Dis-

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trict of Franklin Park and, prior to that, held the same position for six years at the Park District of Clarendon Hills, according to her LinkedIn profile. She earned a master’s degree in recreation administration from Aurora University, and received a bachelor’s degree in recreation from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale. She is also a certified lifeguard instructor, trained in CPR, and volunteers on the exhibits committee at the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association. Among her accomplishments, she cites facilitating the Franklin Park Aquatic Center through renovation, growing the summer camp to more than 300 kids, and organizing a Street Dance with more than 1,000 attendees. “There’s such a great foundation in Forest Park, and there also seems like there’s a lot of potential for new programming, new ideas, hearing back from the community and understanding what their needs are,” she said. “I’m looking forward to tak-

ing the successes Forest Park has had and implementing my ideas and making them grow, making them better.” Her first day will be Sept. 10. She has signed a three-year contract with an annual salary of $92,000. Piekarz will work through October to help with the transition. John Doss, president of the park district’s board of commissioners, said nearly 30 people applied for the position, and that he and Commissioner Matt Walsh whittled it down to 11 candidates. Then he, Walsh and an outside representative from the West Suburban Special Recreation Association interviewed candidates and narrowed the search down to four. The park board interviewed those four and decided on Iovinelli. “Jackie was just a new, fresh outlook. She had some great ideas, big into team building, had everything we were looking for in the director candidate,” Doss said. CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

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Aug. 8 - 15

BIG WEEK Explore Forest Park: Empowering Gardens CJoin officials from the Forest Park Public Library in touring nonprofit Empowering Gardens’ garden center, and learn how to identify, control and get rid of garden pests. Tour runs from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on August 11 at Empowering Gardens, 7730 W. Madison St.

Courageous Women of the Vietnam War with Kathryn Atwood Local author Kathryn Atwood will read and her discuss her latest book “Courageous Women of the Vietnam War,” a collection of biographies that feature women who made courageous choices in the midst of war and occupation. Reading runs from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on August 15 at the Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd.

Movies in the Park Grab a blanket, snacks and enjoy a free screening of “Wonder Woman” on the front lawn of the Park District of Forest Park. The screening will start at dusk, between 7:45 and 8:30 p.m., on August 10 at 7501 Harrison St. Concessions will be available for purchase.

St. John Corn Boil Enjoy free sweet corn, watermelon, hot dogs and more at the St. John Corn Boil from 4:30 to 7 p.m. on August 11 at the St. John Community Gardens, 7422 Warren St. Call 708-366-3226 for more information.

Pig Roast Pig out at the ninth Pig Roast benefitting the TK Camp Fund, a fundraiser for children who suffer from Crohn’s Disease and Colitis. $40 ticket buys unlimited food and drinks. Visit tkcampfund. com for more information or to make a donation. Party starts from 3 to 6 p.m. on September 22 at Doc Ryan’s, 7432 Madison St.

Garage Galleries Walk the town and take in art during the fifth Garage Galleries, where neighbors turn their garages into galleries that showcase local artists wares. Walk runs from 2 to 7 p.m. on August 25. Pick up a printed copy of Garage Gallery locations at Creativita, 7512 Madison St. Learn more at tinyurl.com/garagegalleries.com.

Strong by Zumba Strong by Zumba is a high-intensity interval training class that uses traditional moves for a more athletic, conditioning workout. Classes run every Wednesday from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., from July 11 to August 11, at the Park District of Forest Park, 7501 Harrison St. Residents pay $35; Non-residents $40; and drop-in classes cost $8 each.

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Officials from Sylvan Learning Academy will help you get prepared for college entrance exams with a free diagnostic testing sessions and feedback on what skills you need to brush up on. Testing runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. on August 11 at the Forest Park Public Library, 7555 Jackson Blvd.

Attend a talk and reading with Paul Teodo, who read a section from his new book “Pastaman,” a comingof-age novel about an Italian boy growing up on the south side of Chicago. Talk runs from 2 to 4 p.m. on August 12 at Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore, 7419 Madison St.

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Proviso students create mural with a message The work will be installed at ComEd’s Maywood campus at end of August By BRIANNA BOONE & ANDREA MOORE Proviso District 209 Student Reporters

Fireflies will be lighting up the Chicago skyline as part of massive mural project that brings together students from three dif different schools. The mural, which will be placed on the outside of a building at the ComEd Tech Center Campus, 1319 Maybrook Drive in Maywood, is being spearheaded by internationallyknown mural artist Hector Duarte with help from Proviso East, Proviso Mathematics and Science Academy, and Proviso West students. With the Chicago skyline in the background, fireflies and tall green grass highlight the foreground of the artwork. The mural’s message reflects humankind’s relationship with the environment. “Nature was there before lights or the internet,” said Samantha Chavez, a PMSA junior. Artist Duarte said the artwork “has a deep message of the environment and how we can take care of natural things.” It took the students three weeks to come up with the design, Duarte said. They presented the design to ComEd, which then approved it. The students then had to create the canvas which is on synthetic paper.

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PROVISO PAINTERS: D209 students partnered with an internationally-renowned artist to paint a new mural. The mural, which is 100 feet wide and about 30 feet tall, will be placed on a garage in front of the Tech Center. It will cost about

$100,000, with ComEd paying for it. The mural should be complete by the beginning of August and installed by the end of August.

ComEd came up with the idea for the mural so that area could be spruced up. ComEd employees will have a good view of the artwork on the Fleet Garage because the office building that faces the garage has threestory tall glass windows. “We wanted to do something to improve it, but also involve the community,” said Jose Hansen, a senior engineer for AMI Operations, ComEd Chicago Public Art Group was hired to manage the project. “They are very familiar with making murals and to make it happen. They have very good connections with artists,” said Hansen. Duarte, the artist for this mural, has artwork displayed around the Chicagoland area, including the Pilsen neighborhood, Naperville, St. Charles, and Highland Park. The mural will be around for years to come, but its impact will be lasting for students as well. “This mural has given us a big opportunity not only for the artists but for the students, to give them an idea for career opportunities for the future,” said Hansen. And it looks as if the mural project has had the impact ComEd was looking for in the undertaking. “We are learning a lot about each other and art. It’s educational,” said Kayla Matthews, a sophomore at Proviso West. CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

Proviso D209’s credit upgraded Standard & Poor raised district’s bond rating to A+ from A By MICHAEL ROMAIN Staff Reporter

Proviso Township High Schools District 209 recently received an upgraded bond rating from Standard & Poor, district officials announced in a statement released Aug. 3. The district’s bond rating rose from A to A+. In the statement, district officials

described the bond upgrade as the “culmination of strong, disciplined fiscal management over several years designed to lead the district out of the poor financial situation inherited from past years of poorly executed fiscal management.” Officials explained that the credit upgrade was due to six consecutive years of surpluses in the district’s general

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fund, the fact that the district has “raised combined available reserves to $42 million, or a very strong 47.2 [percent] of operating expenditures,” plus growth in the property tax base and a moderate debt load. According to a report produced by Standard & Poor’s, the district “benefits from strong management that adheres to fiscal policies, multi-year budgeting, and long-term capital planning.” The credit rating agency pointed out that the district still has a state oversight panel that oversees its budgeting. That panel requires the district “to have multiple funding options.” In the district’s statement, Amanda Grant, a D209 board member and chair of the board’s Finance Committee, said she was “thrilled” with the new rating, adding that it reflects the committee’s “hard work and dedication.” With the last two years, the district has started the process of refinancing $24 million in outstanding bonds that financial experts said could lead to more savings and a better credit rating. The district has also started to fund long-term facility needs, such as the renovation of the indoor track at Proviso West.

Craig Schilling, chair of the Financial Oversight Panel, said the A+ bond rating “will not only save taxpayers money but make more funds available for needed capital improvements.” Schilling added that the “biggest beneficiaries to the increase in the district’s bond rating are the students.” Ned Wagner, D209 board president, said he was “proud of the excellent work being produced by the superintendent and the Board of Education on behalf of the students and families of Proviso Township.” D209 Supt. Jesse Rodriguez explained that the credit upgrade should “result in lower costs when accessing the capital markets, which is part of our future work as a school district. Our fiscal house is in order, and we will continue our strategic vision that got us here and embrace the work of our financial advisers to continue in our quest for excellence.” CONTACT: michael@oakpark.com

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Lego names D91 teacher ‘Master Educator’ This isn’t Grace Finn’s first teaching award By SIOBHAN NEELA-STOCK Contributing Reporter

Grace Finn is not your typical teacher. Instead of using whiteboards and textbooks to inspire her students, her primary teaching tool is LEGO blocks. Finn utilizes the simple technology of plastic building blocks to teach children how to code and learn robotics. Finn, challenge teacher at Forest Park District 91 schools, has been teaching in the district for the past 21 years, and has again been recognized for her teaching accomplishments. Officials at Lego Education named her a Master Educator in June. The LEGO Education Master Educator Program was started in January. The program selected 100 pre-K through high school teachers throughout the U.S. who use LEGO Education solutions to be Master Educators, like LEGO Early Simple Machines which allow students to play with plastic bricks as they learn about problem solving and collaboration. Finn said she applied to the program because she loves using LEGO products to teach and wants to spread the word them. LEGO Education Master Educators are given opportunities to meet other Master Educators, receive news of special LEGO Education offers and give feedback about LEGO Educations products and programs. Finn says she has already started to collaborate with other LEGO Educators to share new learning strategies.

Learning with LEGO products levels the playing field for students of all abilities, Finn said. “You might have high ability kids, you have lower ability kids but they all understand LEGOs and it really brings them together,” she said, adding: “Kids have ideas of their own, they know where they want to go. You have to trust that the direction will make sense in the end,” she said. One such surprise happened when Finn asked her fourth and fifth-grade students where they would choose to live if Earth was not an option. She expected them to say Mars or the moon. Instead her students responded with Titan, Saturn’s largest moon, and Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons. They told her they wanted to explore the ocean. This presented a problem. “The ocean isn’t really an ocean, maybe there’s water,” Finn said. “We had to come up with an idea for how to get to that spot, create this rover.” Through this experiment she and her students learned about underwater exploration and how that could be applied in the real world. Her students sent their rovers on missions and tested how they fared on surfaces they created to resemble Titan and Europa. Finn likens her students to scientists because they explore an unknown topic and need to problem solve to come up with solutions. She thinks it’s important that students direct their own learning and have fun while doing it.

C R I M E

Police uncover gun in battered car Police watched a man pacing outside a battered car parked at the Forest Park Blue Line station at 9:02 p.m. on Aug. 1. They searched the vehicle in their database and found its temporary registration was invalid. Megan Sullivan, 22, of Glendale Heights, exited the vehicle at 711 Desplaines. Because it is considered a high narcotics area, the officer found the couple’s actions suspicious and approached Sullivan asking to see her driver’s license and vehicle registration. Sullivan showed police her license and said she had just bought the car from some guy in Chicago and didn’t have registration yet. Sullivan could not specify where in Chicago she bought the car and said the pacing man was her boyfriend. Officers searched her vehicle and uncovered a semi-automatic handgun in the glove box. Sullivan did not have a concealed carry license or firearm owner’s identification card. An identity check revealed she is a convicted felon. Sullivan was transferred to the station and charged with a felony for unlawful use of a weapon by a felon.

Five cars broken into ■■Between

10:30 p.m. on July 29 and 7:30 a.m. on July 30, someone broke into a Chrysler parked on the 1000 block of Desplaines. The victim said nothing was taken from his car, but he woke to find the vehicle’s trunk, hood and glove compartment open. ■■Sometime between 7 p.m. on July 29 and 8 a.m. on July 30, someone broke into a Nissan parked on the 1000 block of Desplaines. Nothing was taken; the victim said she didn’t remember locking her car doors.

■■A woman reported a Cadillac parked on the 1000 block of Desplaines broken into at 8:33 a.m. on July 30. The woman said the vehicle’s owner lives in a rehabilitative facility. She woke that morning to find the driver’s door and glove compartment open and contents scattered on the passenger seat. ■■Between 12:30 and 7 a.m. on July 30, someone broke into a Ford parked on the 1000 block of Dunlop. The victim is unsure if he locked the doors. ■■Sometime between 8:30 p.m. on Aug. 2 and 6:30 a.m. on Aug. 3, someone stole a catalytic converter from a Honda parked on the 400 block of Thomas.

Thief rides off with bike Between 2:45 p.m. on July 26 and 1:45 p.m. on July 30, someone stole a Townie bicycle valued at $200 from the Forest Park Blue Line stop, 711 Desplaines.

7-11 employee punched over soda size A man punched a clerk at 7-11, 7749 Roosevelt Road, about 11:25 p.m. on July 31, after he tried to use an extra-large size cup for soda, when he had only purchased a large size. Police arrived and found the employee with a swollen eye. The victim told police a man walked in and paid a dollar for a Big Gulp soda. The man then walked to the back of the store and started filling a Double Gulp cup. The employee told the man to dump the contents of the Double Gulp into a Big Gulp cup, but the man refused and punched the employee in the face, knocking him to the floor. The man then walked out of the store. He forgot his phone, which the employee gave to police.

“Today schools are starting to come around a little more to the idea of playful learning,” Finn said, adding that it’s taking longer than some education experts have predicted but that the teachers in District 91 work hard to bring new ideas into the classroom. “There’s some products that branch out and you can do crazy things. It’s one of the things I love about LEGO,” GRACE FINN Finn said. “It’s like there’s no limit to D91 Teacher what you can do because they’re designed to be almost limitless.” Finn isn’t waiting until the next school year to implement changes within District 91. She is working to bring her teaching strategies to the Field-Stevenson Elementary School, Grant-White Elementary School and Forest Park Middle School (FPMS). Finn says she is currently working with a librarian at one of the schools to help teachers learn how to teach their students with LEGO. This isn’t the first award she’s received. In 2007, petroleum giant BP awarded her a $10,000 energy grant. Then in 2014, she helped FPMS’ First Lego League Robotics (FLL) team advance to the state championship tournament after winning at trophy at the FLL Robotics Chicago Regional Tournament. The “E-Lemon-ators” designed a game that could improve the way younger students learn algebra. The team also designed a robot. Finn is also involved in Model United Nations, Argonne National Laboratory’s annual Electric Car Competition, and much more. Finn says although these awards recognize her abilities as a teacher, what matters to her is improving learning opportunities for all students.

Thefts at Walmart ■■A couple stole a woman’s Samsung Galaxy phone after she left it at the checkout in Walmart, 1300 Desplaines, at 5:45 p.m. on Aug. 1. The victim told police she forgot her cellphone on the counter, returned 10 minutes later, and it was no longer there. Walmart security cameras revealed the couple behind her taking the cellphone off the counter and placing it in their shopping cart. The phone is valued at $800. ■■A woman’s wallet was either lost or stolen at Walmart about 2:15 p.m. on Aug. 3. The woman last remembers seeing her wallet when she showed a store employee a receipt, but then 15 minutes later, she entered her car and it was gone. The wallet contained $420 cash, a prescription for Percocet, a flash drive, a state ID, insurance cards, a LINK card, a a debit card, Ventra card, three apartment keys and more.

Purse stolen at Doc Ryan’s A woman told police someone stole her purse from Doc Ryan’s around 12:30 a.m. on August 3. The victim told police she walked away from her purse at 7432 Madison for a few minutes and that when she returned it was gone. The purse contained her state identification card, credit card, insurance card and car keys.

Cash turns up on Desplaines A woman found an unknown amount of cash on Desplaines Avenue. If someone lost the money, they must tell police how much they lost and how it was contained, according to police. These items were obtained from police reports filed by the Forest Park Police Department, July 30-Aug. 5, and represent a portion of the incidents to which police responded. Unless otherwise indicated, anybody named in these reports has only been charged with a crime. These cases have not been adjudicated.

Compiled by Nona Tepper

Forest Park Review, August 8, 2018

Residents celebrate a decade of block parties At least 10, maybe more, but definitely a summer tradition By NONA TEPPER

“The odd number houses will bring main courses and even numbers bring appetizers and desserts. It flips the next year,” he said. At the meeting, Van Ness said he’s able to get most of the Residents of the 500 block of Thomas celebrated their annual block party the evening of Aug. 4, talking, tossing bags necessary names. But afterward, he spends about an hour and tapping their feet to music for at least the 10th year, said knocking on doors of the 40 houses on his block and collecting the other signatures. A week before the party, he sends Eric Van Ness, organizer. “I definitely feel like it meets a need and builds that sense out an email to residents reminding them of the block party, and also stuffs fliers in their mailboxes. Submitted photo of community,” he said. About 40 neighbors gathered for the party this year, BLOCK PARTY ROCKS: Residents on the 500 block of Thomas After moving to the block in April 2013, Van Ness took over organizing the party from the previous owners of his munching on grilled chicken and burgers, appetizers of have been celebrating for at least 10 years. house, hosting the planning meeting, collecting signatures vegetable bruschetta, and fruit desserts. A local teacher and scheduling music, food, recreation and more. The vil- stuffed gender-neutral gift bags for kids who attended. Anlage requires that 75 percent of the residents on the block other resident set up a children’s playhouse and wading neighbors stopped by, introduced themselves and started agree to the party and applicants must submit the signa- pool, which dogs took a dip in too. Adults socialized, tossing easy conversations. After another successful party this tures and sign a release at village hall, said Tim Gillian, bags and stacking giant Jenga pieces. And, of course, there year, residents talked about hosting a winter meet-up too, although it won’t be in the street, Van Ness joked. village administrator, noting that the village receives about was music. “It’s a nice event to really just kind of hang out. I think “As the night goes on, folks from other blocks, friends or 25 applications per year, from residents like Van Ness, and other neighbors stop by; it swells around 8 or 9 o’clock. Peo- everyone looks forward to it,” he said. sometimes more than one. CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com “The 400 block of Beloit has two every year, Halloween ple hear the music,” Van Ness said. “The village will send and summertime, with music and inflatables for the kids. the police by to say ‘Hi,’ and Every block is typically different,” said Van Ness, describ- typically send a firetruck for the kids to play on.” ing his block party as more low-key. Ice-breakers were planned Van Ness said he starts by emailing out a SurveyMonkey from William Beye Elementary and Oak to neighbors asking what dates work best, aiming for a Sat- for attendees, but Van Ness Park and River Forest High School. She urday night at the end of July or early August, before school found the group didn’t need received her B.S. from Northern Illinois starts. Then he holds a planning meeting, “which essential- them. After all the planning, University and her M.A. in social work ly turns into a party itself,” he joked, where about 20 neigh- most people already seemed Fiona Marie Maye, 27, of Forest Park, from Aurora University. She was a soto know each other. New bors gather to discuss the potluck, activities and music. formerly of Riverside, died suddenly on cial worker at Loyola University Medical July 29, 2018. Born on Aug. 1, 1990, she Center for the past two years. She had a life full of adventures with grew up locally, attended St. Bernardine Catholic School, Riverside-Brookside friends and family and was blessed to High School, and Triton College with have been part of a nursing scholarship from the British the Elmwood AvHome Retirement Community. She loved enue Gals who just her family, her animals, and enjoyed recently took a trip spending time with her friends. She was to North Carolina. artistic and very health conscious, fight- She was part of a ing fiercely in her lifetime — a survivor ukulele group and of childhood cancer, then depression, was known to serenade the people and several surgeries. Fiona was the daughter of Tim and she loved with song. Catherine Maye. She is survived by Marsha. She was adored by her family Conor, Ian and Nora; her grandmother, and friends and had a profound, positive would like to Noel Maye, (the late) John Maye, and impact on the lives she touched. She was express our Patrick and Maire Fay; Uncle Peter and a precious daughter, a remarkable sister, gratitude to family, Aunt Susanna and family, Uncle a generous aunt, and a cherished friend. everyone in our Marsha is survived by her birth mothPatrick and family, Aunt Maeve and family, Uncle John and Family, and all her er, Roz (John) Knox; her adoptive parcommunity for ents, McLouis and Harriette Robinet; her cousins here and overseas. their overwhelming Her life was celebrated in a funeral siblings, Stephen Robinet, Philip Robishow of support. Mass at St. Bernardine’s Catholic Church net, Jonathan Robinet, Rita Hall and Linda Robinet; and her nieces and nephews, on Aug. 4. Alison, Michael, Kaitlin and Conrad. We are so thankful Visitation will be held on Aug. 11 from Funeral Home to have these 10 a.m. until time of Mass, 12 p.m., at Oak Park’s St. Edmund Church, 188 S. Oak wonderful people Park Ave., followed by private interment. in our lives. 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MARZANO

Competency-based education from page 1 the discussion. We have 23 to 25 freshman teachers; that’s what we planned for. Sixty showed up.” Earlier this year, Proviso East secured a two-year, $200,000 contract with Marzano Academy, a nonprofit that helps schools implement personalized competency-based education, a system that empowers students to study and master skills at their own pace, and turn to peers, the internet, library and other outlets before they lean on teachers for help. In this system, students can show proficiency in a topic through projects, presentations and even activities outside of school, along with traditional testing. “The Office of Academic’s commitment to high levels of academic proficiency for all students requires a personalized approach to the delivery of instruction, so that all students have the time, resources and supports needed to master the graduation competencies,” Nicole Howard, assistant superintendent for academics and student services, said in a statement. Howard added that her office believes Marzano Academy will help Proviso East evolve its curriculum into a wholly competency-based model. In April 2017, the Illinois State Board of Education selected Proviso East to be part of the first cohort of districts to roll out the competency-based system. Over the next

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MARZANO ACADEMY: (From left to right) Asst. Supt. Nicole Howard, Proviso East Principal Patrick Hardy, State Supt. Tony Smith and D209 Supt. Jesse Rodriguez. four school years, officials plan to turn the entire school into a competency-based program, phasing the system in slowly, Hardy said, so the community, faculty and staff will have time to process the major instructional change, and the school can be precise in its implementation, because graduation requirements change under the system. Hardy called last school year a “learning and research year” with 17 teachers piloting competency-based learning in their classrooms. He said 2018-19 will be the first year the program is rolled out for the entire incoming freshman class at Proviso East.

As part of educational overhaul, Proviso East contracted with Marzano Academy for support, and is the only school in Illinois to partner with the nonprofit, Hardy said, adding that it’s the first comprehensive high school aiming to become a Marzano Academy in the nation, with the some 700 other academies being small charter schools that don’t offer sports programs. “This is an awesome thing that this school and this community has chosen to do and I’m proud to have been a part of that decision,” Hardy said. “It’s OK to be the innovator, and it’s OK to go first. It’s also scary …

ST. PAUL’S

Badminton tournaments from page 1

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BADMINTON: St. Paul’s players can’t quite agree on the score during a post-service match.

the number of occasional players can swell to as many as 20. She said that twice a year she organizes a tournament in which the beginners group has seven doubles teams and the advanced group has five, with the winners in each group even receiving prizes. The large participation in the semiannual tournaments, explained the Thai church’s pastor Rev. Pongsak Limthongviratn, is due in part to badminton being one of the three most popular sports in Thailand, along with soccer and Thai boxing. Thai people living in the Chicago area might not know the names of players on the Cubs, Sox, Bears or Blackhawks but they will know that Ratchanok Intanon is the No. 4 ranked women’s badminton player in the world, Nitchao Jindapol is No. 11 and the doubles team of Jongkolphan Kittiharakul and Rawinda Projongiai is ranked No. 8. What happens after dinner every Saturday night is not your friendly softball game at the annual family reunion in the park. Many of the Thais have been playing since they were little kids and are quite good. Pastor Pongsak, for example, is 62 years old and is the fourth best player in the church, even though he sometimes competes against 19-year-olds. Pastor Pongsak said that shortly after the Thai’s moved into 7416 Dixon St. in 1992, a small group of them would play

we don’t want that fear to be the thing that stops us for doing something that could be marvelous for our community.” At the beginning of the summer, staff attended a one-week training program hosted by Marzano, which outlined competency-based education, how to promote student agency and what grading looks like under the system. The training questioned traditional methods, like always testing students on Friday, and taught that, in some cases, students will be assigned a number of between 0 and 4 and will be given a description of their skill set as their grade. Hardy said this offers teachers and parents more information on what concepts students do and do not understand. “If we continue to expect that school must look like it did when my grandma went to school, when my father went to school, and when I went to school, we might continue to struggle to move the ball downfield,” Hardy said. “So when the kid is bringing home a proficiency scale and saying, ‘I’m a 2 and this is why,’ that’s different than saying, ‘I’m a 70.’ So we’ve got to be ready for it to look different, feel different and ask different questions.” The contract with Marzano is for two years and at the rate Proviso East’s teaching staff has embraced it, the entire faculty might be schooled in competency-based best practices earlier than expected, Hardy said. “We thought it might take us the full four years to get everybody in, but it could be a much shorter and accelerated process because our teachers stepped up to the plate and said, ‘I’m not waiting,’” Hardy said. “It’s very exciting,” CONTACT: ntepper@wjinc.com

at a club in Lombard. When that became too expensive they marked out a court in the church’s social hall with masking tape, and later actually used cut tiles to lay out the court, which now is a permanent fixture in the church social hall. Pastor Pongsak said that what started out as just some Thai people have fun evolved into a church ministry. Matha explained that like most congregations, one goal of the Thai church members is to help nonbelieving friends and family members become Christian. She said that several of the occasional badminton players are Thais who grew up Buddhist but are attracted by the opportunity to play a sport they enjoy. Especially when a large group of people come to play, a lot of time is spent talking to each other as they wait their turn. When asked if it is during those conversations that the Thai church members talk about religion, Matha said “No, it could make them uncomfortable.” He said the Thai congregation’s approach is more relational. Often it is university students who come to play badminton, and the Thai members simply welcome them into their “family” without condition. If they respond to this welcome by taking the next steps of coming to worship and eventually being baptized, fine, but, said Rev. Pongsak, they are included in the family no matter what they decide. Several young people have entered into church membership through the door of playing badminton. One young woman, for example, came to play and eventually got married in the church. She now plays drums in the church band. “We don’t push them,” Rev. Pongsak said, adding: “The more you push people with an aggressive type of evangelism the more you repel them.” Instead, they invite them to pick up a racket.

Forest Park Review, August 8, 2018

OPINION O U R

V I E W

Proviso teachers jump in

e’ll admit it. At times we have bought into, and spread, a stereotype that public school teachers can be highly risk averse. That’s frustrated us as the need for our public schools, especially our high schools, to adapt to massive change amid near total stasis has never been more profound. That’s why we have cheered as the school board and administration of the chronically failing Proviso East have plunged into a full remaking of the teaching and learning model at our high school. East is one of 10 Illinois public high schools to receive state support for a conversion to a highly personalized, competency-based education model. Beginning with this school year, the entire learning process for all freshmen will shift to a model that empowers students to study and master skills at their own pace and to use models beyond a teacher lecturing at the podium for 48 minutes. That ancient model might work for some dwindling portion of our kids, but it is part of the explanation for why we are leaving so many students behind. Here’s what’s remarkable and wonderful: Proviso East Principal Patrick Hardy expected most of the rookie teachers — 23-25 newbies — to take part in a week’s worth of training in the new methods this summer. But 60 teachers turned out to learn the methods of the Marzano Academy, the respected educational consultant hired by the district to implement this sea change in education. That’s huge and it is awesome. It reflects pride in Proviso East, recognition that change is the only path forward and faith in the risk-taking model of Hardy and Supt. Jesse Rodriguez.

Tickets for rowdy funerals There is no justifying the behavior that takes place at what have come to be called “rowdy” funeral processions. Forest Parkers have seen quite enough of the traffic weaving, lane blocking, obscene and sometimes gun-toting parade of knuckleheads posing as mourners as they leave the city’s West Side for near west suburban cemeteries. The behavior is anti-social to the living and disrespectful to the person about to be put below ground. It is also a tough form of criminal nonsense to crack down on since no police officer wants to intervene in what ought to be a solemn moment, especially a solemn moment with every possibility of going seriously sideways. That’s why the tactic employed last week by Forest Park police is so interesting and creative. On Saturday, July 21, such a rowdy procession made its way down Roosevelt Road, through Berwyn and then through Forest Park. Police protected but did not directly intervene. Instead, using video from a police camera in Berwyn, our police department took down the license plate numbers of 10 drivers actively violating traffic laws and sent out citations by certified mail. Will this work? We’re not sure. But it is a game effort to hold people to account and hold them to some norm of how we, as a single society, ought to go about burying those we love.

Oh, hell, let’s vote on everything

very so often I accidentally read some news. It’s always inadvertent and I always regret it, but it happens. I especially regret news when I read it in this particular periodical because local newspapers are for printing names of kids who hit home runs and obituaries with familiar last names and apocalyptic letters to the editor by the same nine people and smiling photos of people you disliked in junior high urging you to let them perform cosmetic surgery on you or sell you a car or something. Local newspapers aren’t supposed to do hard-hitting journalism beyond publishing minutes of the village board meeting that no one reads but everyone feels better knowing are there, like an untouched salad on the holiday table. The Review is mostly good about staying in this lane, but today I slipped and saw a headline and I heard we’re voting on video poker. Just for the sake of argument, let’s pretend this isn’t already decided*. Why are we only voting on video poker? I can think of dozens of things I’d like to vote on having or not having in the immediate area before I’d get to voting on video poker: Leafleting and petitioning. I understand you feel passionately about whatever is written on the paper you are brandishing at me; so passionately that you believe I should give that cause money. If I wanted to hear what political causes you were passionate about me giving money, I would befriend you and rejoin Facebook. I have done neither. Mindful of the First Amendment, I think we should vote on treating you like smokers: You may have a small area across the street from me to engage your foul and harmful hobby, as long as you are also 200 yards from the nearest school. Complaining about Madison Street. Let’s put aside that Madison’s restaurants, shops, and plentiful binge drinking are the economic engine of Forest Park.

Madison Street was here first. I don’t listen to people from Bensenville complain about noise from O’Hare, I don’t listen to people from Wrigleyville complain about drunk yuppies, and I vote we no longer allow complaining about Madison Street by the descendants of Carrie Nation. New construction projects. I appreciate high-rise condos as much as anybody else who’s seen the time it takes to get under the viaduct at Harlem quintuple in the last year, but I don’t recall being consulted about how many people were allowed to move into a new house five blocks from me, a new house that blots out the sun. If we are going to demand a vote on whether or not I can play video poker five blocks from my house, I feel entitled to request a vote on whether or not a thousand lawyers and MBAs can set up one of their colonies here. I can hear the lines getting longer at the grocery store already. Village parking stickers. I am required to pay an annual fee to park in a private parking space I pay for already. I don’t recall voting on this policy. I assume it would be unpopular, which would be fine. That’s just the first four things I thought of while attempting to avoid overly disappointing with deadline lateness, but I think those four are a solid start. I’m prepared to support your ideas, too — I’m a man of the people — because I really I think the antigambling crazies are onto something with this idea of holding a vote on everything. Voting on everything would be the fairest and most just end for the OP-RF-FP trifecta I can possibly imagine. Our towns would turn into Escape From New York in maybe six months. I’m already making popcorn. Let’s do this. *We’re in Cook County, the World Wrestling Federation of electoral results — 100 percent of elections are rigged from the jump. I’d challenge you to change my mind but, as I said, I avoid news.

ALAN

BROUILETTE

Why are we only

voting on video poker? I can think of dozens of things I’d like to vote on.

L E T T E R S

Thanks for making this tourney special On behalf of the Board of Park Commissioners of the Park District of Forest Park, I would like to take this opportunity to publicly thank everyone who helped make the 50th annual Forest Park Invitational Softball Tournament a huge success. Special thanks to park district commissioners John Doss, Eric Entler, Cathy McDermott, Roy Sansone and Matt Walsh for their continued support in keeping the tradition of this most prestigious 16-inch softball tournament alive for all of these years. They, along with our great recreation, maintenance, concession and office

staff, put in countless hours of work each year for this event. The tournament is a “must-see” for any serious fan or player of “Chicagoland’s game” and we are proud that the tradition continues. Many thanks to the players, team sponsors, umpires, scorekeepers, announcers, grounds crew and to Mr. Stats, tournament statistician, for their participation in this year’s tournament. I would also like to thank the fans who come out in record numbers, year after year, to enjoy the games. Continued on page 13

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Hello! ¡ Hola! 您好！

A Note from Intercultural Montessori Language School

or almost 30 years, Oak Park residents have been driving, biking, and walking by Intercultural Montessori on S. Ridgeland Avenue with smiles on their faces as they watch the children at play. But they might not be aware that Intercultural is the originator of our unique dual-language/Montessori approach to education, providing Spanish/English and Chinese Mandarin/English programs for children aged 3 to 6. It’s an approach that has been imitated but not reproduced, and it has gotten us a lot of positive attention with Montessori schools, teachers, and associations. That’s because it works, and I’m so happy to be a part of creating bilingual, bi-literate citizens of the world right here in Oak Park. As my third year at Intercultural begins, I would like to state how proud I am of the work that the teachers perform on a daily basis. That is where the magic happens, and I’ve found that it is true that the teachers are the soul of the school. As an Intercultural parent, I appreciated how hard the teachers work, but now as an administrator I understand and recognize the many subtle skills the job requires. For example: knowing how to observe constructively, and when, how, and how

much to intervene, is the key secret to a successful Montessori teacher. It’s a talent our teachers have acquired through their Montessori training and years of teaching at Intercultural. I would like to thank our teachers for their hard work, and congratulate them on the continued growth of our dual-language program. As we grow, we continue to improve our school infrastructure at the Oak Park campus, including the installation of a new state-of-the-art security system. This week, the students harvested their first vegetables from our new organic garden! And more upgrades are coming as this new school year begins. It is extremely fulfilling to see Intercultural’s continued growth. To me it means that Oak Park recognizes the value of the unique dual-language education we are providing. From all of us on the Intercultural team, it is our pleasure to serve you, and the children of this vibrant community.

More than any other subject, math has a stigma of being boring and anxiety provoking. At Mathnasium, all the stress is taken out of the process as compassionate instructors work one on one with learners. As owner, Jana Frank explains, “We Make Math Make Sense. Kids don’t hate math, they hate being frustrated and intimidated by it. Our job is to help our students develop number sense so they aren’t just able to do it, but actually understand what they are doing and why. Since we individually assess each student and create a customized learning curriculum for them, we are able to set students up on a path to success.” The staff at Mathnasium works to ensure students are not just learning, but enjoying what they are learning. “Even more important than the math is the attitude and confidence,” says Frank. “We want to make sure every student feels welcome and encouraged to try their best. We will always adjust our teaching methods to find the one that works for each child.” This

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t Mathnasium of Oak Park/River Forest, you can feel the buzz of activity and excitement as soon as you walk in the door. Students of all ages from kindergarten through high school are actively engaged in learning and understanding mathematics. Operating on the philosophy that every child can become great at math, Mathnasium has become the industry leader in supplementary math education.

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Frank emphasizes that the best time to start working on math is before problems begin. “Don’t wait until parent conferences in October,” she says, “Get a jump on the school year. It’s all about building confidence and helping kids believe in themselves and develop a willingness to try.” As an incentive to get started, Mathnasium is currently offering through September 15 a back-to-school special, $100 off on student assessments, as well as a free trial session. Parents and students alike sing the praises of Mathnasium. A Hatch Elementary student says, “At Mathnasium, I’ve learned that I actually LIKE math!” A Julian Middle Schooler says, “I’ve learned how to understand why the solution to a problem works instead of just memorizing how to solve it.” From a parent’s perspective, “It is a great pleasure for my children to be part of Mathnasium OPRF. The attention paid to their needs is amazing. It has changed the way that they feel about school and greatly increased their confidence levels” Mathnasium OPRF is located at 1101 Chicago Ave. in Oak Park. Learn more at mathnasium. com/oakparkriverforest, or call 708.613.4007 to schedule a FREE TRIAL SESSION and take advantage of their Back-to-School Special.

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education is grouping together children of different ages. “Ining thistogether way children learn education is group children of from each other,” says Shea. “It also helps the older different ages. “In this way children learn from children learn a sense toward each other,” says Shea.of “Itresponsibility also helps the older the younger Children learn by workchildren learnones.” a sense of responsibility toward ingyounger with specially in an the ones.”designed Children ‘materials’ learn by workage-appropriate which stimulates ing with speciallyenvironment designed ‘materials’ in an age-appropriate which stimulates the senses and environment encourages exploration. The the sensesare and encourages children busy, each oneexploration. involved in The doing children areeither busy, individually each one involved in doing something or in small something in small a groups. Ineither one ofindividually the primaryorclassrooms groups. In one the primary three-year old of is mopping theclassrooms floor, and aa three-year old is mopping the floor, a five-year old is counting with a beadand chain. five-year old iselementary counting with a beadachain. In the junior classroom student Inisthe junior elementary classroom a student researching snakes and in another part of isthe researching snakes and in another part of room, a group of students is analyzing the room, a group of students is analyzing the grammatical parts of a sentence with the the grammatical parts of a sentence with the teacher. “Many of Montessori’s observations teacher. “Many of Montessori’s observations about how children learn have been borne out about how children learn have been borne out byrecent recentresearch researchshow showing ingthat thatchildren childrenhave have by windows in their development when they can windows in their development when they can bestabsorb absorbthings thingslike likelanguage, language,music musicand and best math,”explains explainsShea. Shea.The Theschool schoolisisproud proudof of math,” its consistently high academic achievement its consistently high academic achievement butplaces placesgreat greatemphasis emphasison onhelping helpingchildren children but becomewell-rounded, well-rounded,respon responsible siblemembers members of become ofsociety. society. Keystone KeystoneMontessori Montessoriisisholding holdingan anOpen Open House August30, 30,3–5 3–5 pm. House on on Thursday, Thursday, August pm. The NorthAve., Ave., Theschool schoolisislocated locatedatat7415 7415 W. North River RiverForest. Forest. 708/366-1080. 708/366-1080.

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August 8, 2018

Celebrating Over 55 Years of Montessori Excellence

TODAY’S LEARNERS. TOMORROW’S LEADERS.

St. Angela School

ounded in 1961, Alcuin Montessori School offers a cross-curricular learning environment balancing academic and emotional intelligence. We partner with parents and provide • Junior and Senior Elementary, 8:30 a.m. to ounded in 1961, Alcuin Montessori students the tools to become highly-skilled independent thinkers with a passion for School offers a cross-curricular learning knowledge. Our programs are designed to help each3:15 childp.m. become confident, curious, selfenvironment balancing academic and disciplined and motivated. • Middle School, 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. emotional intelligence. We partner with At Alcuin, classrooms operate on the principle of freedom within School limits. Children, under the • Before/After Care parents and students tools to pace with materials of their choosing. Each student guidance of provide a teacher, work atthe their own • Art become highly-skilled thinkers may work alone or withindependent others; different levels of ability are expected and welcomed within with a passion for knowledge. Our programs • Musical Theater each classroom. Education occurs in multi-aged classrooms where children of various stages are designed to help of development learneach fromchild and become with each other. • Spanish confi dent, curious, self-disciplined and Our programs for ages 0-14 include: Families currently attending Alcuin come motivated. * Parent/Infant - Fridays, 8:45 to 10:30 a.m. from Oak Park, as well as Berwyn, Broadview, At* Alcuin, classrooms operate on the 8:30 to 11:30 Three to Five Day Toddler/Parent, a.m. Brookfi eld, Chicago, Cicero, Elmhurst, Forest principle of freedom within limits. Children, Park, River Forest, Riverside, River Grove and * Primary, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. under the guidance of a teacher, work at their more. Full-Day 8:30choosing. a.m. to 3:00 p.m. own* pace withKindergarten, materials of their Wep.m. welcome all prospective parents to join * Junior and Senior a.m. to 3:15 Each student may workElementary, alone or with8:30 others; us for our monthly informational Coffees. We different levels of ability expected * Middle School, 8:45are a.m. to 3:45and p.m. will start with some good coffee, a short video welcomed within each classroom. Education * Before/After School Care on Montessori education and then take an occurs in multi-aged classrooms where * Art in-depth look into all of our classrooms. At children of various stages of development * Musical Theater the end of the tour we hold a question and learn from and with each other. answer session, and explain our admissions * Spanish Our programs for ages 0-14 include: process. Tours throughout the school Families currently attending Alcuin come from Oak Park, as wellare as held Berwyn, Broadview, • Parent/Infant Fridays, 8:45 to 10:30 a.m. year on Thursdays (9:00-11:00 a.m.) the Brookfield, Chicago, Cicero, Elmhurst, Forest Park, River Forest, Riverside, River Groveatand main Alcuin campus. Visit Alcuin.org for tour more. • Three to Five Day Toddler/Parent, 8:30 to To enroll in a tours please e-mail a.m.all prospective parents to join us for dates. We11:30 welcome our monthly informational Coffees. We our will Director education of Advancement at avalera@alcuin.org start with some good coffee, a short video on Montessori and then take an in-depth • Primary, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. or call look into all of our classrooms. At the end of the tour we708.366.1882. hold a question and answer session, • Full-Day 8:30 a.m. to 3:00are held throughout the school year on Thursdays and explain Kindergarten, our admissions process. Tours p.m. (9:00-11:00 a.m.) at the main Alcuin campus. Visit Alcuin.org for tour dates. To enroll in a tours please e-mail our Director of Advancement at avalera@alcuin.org or call 708.366.1882.

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L E T T E R S

Vote Yes to oppose video gambling I oppose video gambling in Forest Park. I hope voters in the village will join me in voting Yes to the ballot resolution seeking to reinstate the decades-old ban, come November. My opposition to video gambling is borne of three main concerns: First and foremost, proceeds from video gambling are notoriously regressive. The typical video gambler is not a person of means, but a low-income retiree or young wageearner hoping against hope to win big and change their lives. These neighbors of ours can little afford to lose the $1 million it takes for our village to net $50 thousand. Think about that: gamblers have to lose $1 million for the

village to get $50 thousand. Holy cow! Putting that kind of meager revenue on the backs of such huge losses by people who can ill afford it is just wrong, in my view. There are better ways to raise revenue for the village. Second, Forest Park residents have twice already voiced our opposition to video gambling in the village. In the water bill survey several years back and in the nonbinding resolution we voted on, residents rejected video gambling 2:1. The fact that the mayor and commissioners chose to ignore those votes is a disgrace. Finally, the shameful way that bar owners seeking to shore up outdated failing businesses and the way our elect-

ed officials cravenly used the ballot referendum process to block a binding vote is scandalous. Many of us are outraged by the mayor and commissioners flouting the expressed will of residents by voting to allow gambling. Far worse are the machinations of the bar owners, the gambling lobby, and our elected officials to block the opportunity for residents to vote on a binding referendum. Thankfully, the state courts have made it abundantly clear that these attempts at voter suppression will not be tolerated. Forest Park is a vibrant, forward-looking community. Allowing video gambling to shore up failing businesses is not reflective of who we are. If bars cannot thrive based on their products and services, it is time for fresh business ventures to fill those spots. I say vote Yes to reinstate the ban.

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Continued from page 12 Thanks to Burke Beverage and the Miller Brewing Company for their many years as tournament sponsors. We would also like to thank the Forest Park Review for once again publishing the official program, as well as to ATI for the use of their parking facilities. Our appreciation is also extended to Mayor Anthony Calderone, the village council and the Police and Fire departments for their continued support. We would especially like to express our appreciation to our wonderful group of volunteers who come forward each year to make the food and concessions operation second to none. It would be impossible to list all of them in this letter, but I just wanted to publicly say that without these volunteers, we certainly couldn’t do it alone. Thank you all once again for giving your time for the enjoyment of others. This year’s tournament marked our 50th anniversary and, with the support of the community, we are looking forward to many more. Again, thank you to everyone who helps to make the annual tournament a great success that showcases the wonderful spirit of our community.

Larry Piekarz Director, Park District of Forest Park

f you do, you should know how important foot care is. Over time, diabetics risk developing foot complications. When the nerves are damaged from chronic high blood sugar, feet can become numb or painful with burning or tingling. This is called diabetic neuropathy. When diabetes affects the arteries, circulation to the legs and feet may be compromised. Either of these conditions may lead to serious problems including ulceration, even amputation. The key to prevention is early diagnosis of diabetes, and regular foot exams from a podiatrist. Diabetics who receive regular foot care, including paring of calluses and debridement of thick fungal toenails, are almost four times less likely to undergo an

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amputation than those who do not seek treatment. Medicare and some private insurances cover 1 pair of diabetic shoes and 3 pair of protective insoles each calendar year. Dr. Lambert has been a supplier of diabetic shoes since 2002. The shoes come in 30 different styles each for men and women. These include boots, lightweight colorful athletic shoes, and dress shoes. Even patients who are not diabetic love the look and comfort of the footwear. Diabetic socks, slippers and compression hosiery are also available. Protecting your feet with appropriate footgear is an important aspect of preventive care for diabetics.

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Tour Coming October 10th Blending medical science, storytelling and live music The ChangingAging Tour shatters our culture’s damaging myths about aging. This is a beautiful day and evening that fills one with hope and excitement for the future. Disrupt Dementia - ChangingAging Tour Disrupt Dementia 2:30-4:00pm | $20* This immersive and transformational non-fiction theater experience weaves film, music and first-person stories with groundbreaking research turning convention on its head by focusing on what we can all learn from people living with dementia, rather than from experts. This performance is designed for people living with dementia and their allies.

The Lobby Experience - ChangingAging Tour Lobby Experience 4:00-7:00pm In the lobby Dr. Bill Thomas and his friends have created an interactive experience for you to engage with the ideas presented in the afternoon performance, get plugged in with local culture changers’ and connect with others in your community. Dining options available on campus (within short walking distance) between performances.

Life’s Most Dangerous Game - ChangingAging Tour Life’s Most Dangerous Game 7:00-8:30pm | $20* Dr. Thomas’ signature “non-fiction” theatrical performance features original music, storytelling, poetry and groundbreaking insights on aging and care. Featuring musical guests Nate Silas Richardson and Namarah McCall.

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Religion Guide Methodist

Check First.

First United Methodist Church of Oak Park

First Congregational Church of Maywood

400 N. Fifth Avenue (1 block north of Lake St.) Come join us for Sunday Morning Worship at 11 am Pastor Elliot Wimbush will be preaching the message. Refreshments and fellowship follow the service. 708-344-6150 firstchurchofmaywood.org When you're looking for a place to worship the Lord, Check First.

You’re Invited to A Church for All Nations A Church Without Walls SERVICE LOCATION Forest Park Plaza 7600 W. Roosevelt Road Forest Park, IL 60130

William S. Winston Pastor (708) 697-5000 Sunday Service 7AM, 9AM & 11:15AM

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West Suburban Temple Har Zion

1040 N. Harlem Avenue River Forest Meet our Rabbi, Adir Glick Pray, learn, and celebrate with our caring, progressive, egalitarian community. Interfaith families are welcome. Accredited Early Childhood Program Religious School for K thru 12 Daily Morning Minyan Weekly Shabbat Services Friday 6:30pm & Saturday 10:00am Affiliated with United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism 708.366.9000 www.wsthz.org

Nursery Provided

324 N. Oak Park Avenue 708-383-4983 www.firstUMCoakpark.org Sunday School for all Ages, 9am Sunday Worship, 10am Children’s Chapel during Worship Rev. Katherine Thomas Paisley, Pastor Professionally Staffed Nursery Fellowship Time after Worship Presbyterian

Lutheran—ELCA

United Lutheran Church

409 Greenfield Street (at Ridgeland Avenue) Oak Park Holy Communion with nursery care and children’s chapel each Sunday at 9:30 a.m. www.unitedlutheranchurch.org

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Lutheran-Independent

Grace Lutheran Church

7300 W. Division, River Forest David R. Lyle, Senior Pastor David W. Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Lauren Dow Wegner, Assoc. Pastor Sunday Worship, 8:30 & 11:00 a.m. Sunday School/Adult Ed. 9:45 a.m. Childcare Available

Fair Oaks

PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

744 Fair Oaks Ave. Oak Park 386-4920

Summer Worship Service

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OAK PARK MEETING OF FRIENDS (Quakers) Meeting For Worship Sundays at 10:00 a.m. at Oak Park Art League 720 Chicago Ave., Oak Park Please call 708-445-8201 www.oakparkfriends.org

Roman Catholic

Ascension Catholic Church

Grace Lutheran School

Preschool - 8th Grade Bill Koehne, Principal 366-6900, graceriverforest.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

Christ Lutheran Church

607 Harvard Street (at East Av.) Oak Park, Illinois Rev. Robert M. Niehus, Pastor Sunday Bible Class: 9:15 am Sunday School: 9:10 Sunday Worship Services: 8:00 and 10:30 am Church Office: 708/386-3306 www.christlutheranoakpark.org Lutheran-Missouri Synod

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

305 Circle Ave, Forest Park Sunday Worship, 9:30am Adult Bible Class, 10:45am Wheelchair Access to Sanctuary Leonard Payton, Pastor Roney Riley, Assistant Pastor 708-366-3226 www.stjohnforestpark.org

808 S. East Ave. 708/848-2703 www.ascensionoakpark.com Worship: Saturday Mass 5:00 pm Sunday Masses 7:30, 9:00, 11 am, 5:00 pm Sacrament of Reconciliation 4 pm Saturday Taize Prayer 7:30 pm First Fridays Feb.– Dec. & Jan. 1

Rev. James Hurlbert, Pastor

Roman Catholic

St. Edmund Catholic Church

188 South Oak Park Ave. Saturday Mass: 5:30 p.m. Sunday Masses: 9:00 & 11:00 a.m. Weekday Mass: 8:30 a.m. M–F Holy Day Masses: As Announced Reconciliation: Saturday 4:15 p.m. Parish Office: 708-848-4417 Religious Ed Phone: 708-848-7220

Roman Catholic

St. Bernardine Catholic Church Harrison & Elgin, Forest Park

CELEBRATING OUR 107TH YEAR! Sat. Masses: 8:30am & 5:00pm SUNDAY MASSES: 8:00am & 10:30am 10:30 Mass-Daycare for all ages CCD Sun. 9am-10:15am Reconciliation: Sat. 9am & 4pm Weekday Masses: Monday–Friday 6:30am Church Office: 708-366-0839 CCD: 708-366-3553 www.stbern.com Pastor: Fr. Stanislaw Kuca

St. Giles Family Mass Community

We welcome all to attend Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. on the St. Giles Parish campus on the second floor of the school gym, the southernmost building in the school complex at 1034 North Linden Avenue. Established in 1970, we are a laybased community within St. Giles Roman Catholic Parish. Our Mass is family-friendly. We encourage liturgically active toddlers. Children from 3 to 13 and young adults play meaningful parts in each Sunday liturgy. Together with the parish, we offer Catechesis of the Good Shepherd, a Montessori-based religious education program for children in grades K-8. For more information, go to http://www.stgilesparish.org/ family-mass-community or call Bob Wielgos at 708-288-2196.

Traditional Catholic

The Traditional Catholic Latin Mass

Our Lady Immaculate Church 410 Washington Blvd Oak Park. 708-524-2408 Mass Times: Sat. 8:00am Sun. 7:30 & 10:00am Operated by Society of St. Pius X. Confessions 1 hr. before each mass

Third Unitarian Church 10AM Sunday Forum 11AM Service Rev. Colleen Vahey thirdunitarianchurch.org (773) 626-9385 301 N. Mayfield, Chicago Committed to justice, not to a creed Upcoming Religious Holidays

To place a listing in the Religion Guide, call Mary Ellen: 708/613-3342

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PART-TIME COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Hephzibah Children’s Association is accepting applications for a part time Communications Coordinator to provide external communications to donors, media, working partners and the public. The coordinator will manage all print and digital publications, the Hephzibah website and all social media platforms as well as provide administrative support to the Director of Development

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Small local company located in Forest Park has an opening for a Data Entry/Customer Service Representative. We are looking for an energetic self-starter with an analytical mind, detail-oriented, advanced customer service skills and a positive professional attitude. This position requires: 2+ years customer service role or environment, strong interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task, flexible attitude, general AP/AR, payroll and payment processing knowledge, and various data entry skills. We offer full benefits, paid vacation and holidays. Please submit your cover letter and resume to datainputjob@yahoo.com PAID-ON-CALL FIREFIGHTER POSITION The Village of Riverside Fire Department is seeking Individuals for the position of Paid-on-call Firefighter; This is not a full-time position. Applicants must be: * In good physical condition *Reside within 1.5 miles of the boundaries of the Village of Riverside at time of appointment *Be 18 years of age at the time of application *Possess a high school diploma or GED. *Possess a valid driver’s license with a good driving record Applications for employment are available on-line at: http://riverside.il.us/Jobs

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PUBLIC NOTICES LEGAL NOTICE Notice is hereby given that Forest Park Public Schools, District No. 91 in Forest Park, Illinois will be destroying all temporary special education records for students who graduated/transferred from the school district between 2011â€“2012 and 2012â€“2013. Students over the ages of 18 or custodial parents interested in obtaining copies of these records may do so by contacting Katie Bell 708-366-5703. BEFORE: September 7, 2018 Published in Forest Park Review 8/8/2018

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN by the Board of Education of School District No. 91, in the County of Cook, State of Illinois, the tentative budget for said School District for the Fiscal Year 2019 will be available for public inspection at the District Office, 424 DesPlaines Avenue, Forest Park, Illinois, after 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 8, 2018. Notice is hereby given that a public hearing on said budget will be held at 6:30 p.m. on the 13th day of September, 2018, at the District Office, 424 DesPlaines Avenue, Forest Park, in this School District No. 91. Dated this 3rd day of August, 2018 Board of Education School District No. 91 County of Cook State of Illinois Blake Harvey Secretary Published in Forest Park Review 8/8/2018

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PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given, pursuant to â€œAn Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,â€? as amended, that a certification was registered by the undersigned with the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: D18155126 on August 2, 2018. Under the Assumed Business Name of ALTGELD APPRAISAL with the business located at: 844 S. KENILWORTH AVE., OAK PARK, IL 60304. The true and real full name(s) and residence address of the owner(s)/ partner(s) is: THOMAS RODGERS 844 S. KENILWORTH AVEL, OAK PARK, IL 60304. Published in Wednesday Journal 8/8, 8/15, 8/22/2018

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENTâ€“ CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK N.A., AS TRUSTEE FOR THE REGISTERED HOLDERS OF THE STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2003BC2 Plaintiff, -v.EMILY CAMPBELL-WARD, UNKNOWN HEIRS AND LEGATEES OF VICTOR L. WARD, ILLINOIS HOUSING DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, STATE OF ILLINOIS, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS, WILLIAM P. BUTCHER, AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR VICTOR L. WARD (DECEASED) Defendants 16 CH 005753 2906 MADISON STREET BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 16, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 21, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2906 MADISON STREET, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-16-201-0730000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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 â€œAS ISâ€? condition.

REAL ESTATE FOR SALE The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driverâ€™s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiffâ€™s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-00406. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-00406 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 16 CH 005753 TJSC#: 38-5862 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiffâ€™s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3093832 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT, CHANCERY DIVISION FATHER & SONS HOME IMPROVEMENT II, INC. Plaintiff, v. PHILLIP THIGPEN, PAULA THIGPEN, M O RT G A G E ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants.

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U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, Plaintiff, v. PHILLIP THIGPEN, PAULA R. R. THIGPEN, FATHER & SONS HOME IMPROVEMENT II, INCORPORATED, UNKNOWN OWNERS, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS, Defendants. 10 CH 50690 consolidated with 12 CH 34116 322 47th Avenue BELLWOOD IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Pursuant to a Judgment entered in the above cause on June 24, 2014, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will, on August 31, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at 120 W. Madison, Suite 718, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: Commonly known as 322 S. 47th Ave., Bellwood, IL 60104 Property Index Number: 15-08-229026-0000 The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The Judgment amount was $184,268.61 Sale shall be under the following terms: The real estate described herein, with all improvements, fixtures and appurtenances is sold in “as is” condition. The subject property is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff. Premises will NOT be open for inspection, and Plaintiff makes no representations nor any warranties as to the condition of the property. There shall be no proration of taxes, assessments, water bills or any other bill that may accrue or has accrued in association with the property. The deposit required at the time of sale will be between 10% and 25% of the successful bid. The balance of the bid amount is required to be paid with in 24 hours of sale. All payments of the amount bid shall be in certified funds. The judgment amount is $184,268.61 with accruing post judgment interest and accruing costs. At any time, if the sale is set aside for any reason, the purchaser shall have no recourse or claims against the plaintiff’s attorney(s). Prospective bidders are to check the court file and verify all information herein and therein. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any liens or encumbrances that have priority. For information contact Plaintiff’s attorney: Scott R. Barfuss 24 East Avenue Riverside, Illinois 60546 Telephone number: 708-788-4870 Attorney No. 56646 This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3093696

CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Defendants 17 CH 16244 310 LATHROP AVENUE, UNIT 303 Forest Park, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 1, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 5, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 310 LATHROP AVENUE, UNIT 303, Forest Park, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-12-429-0621101 and 15-12-429-062-1062. The real estate is improved with a condominium. The judgment amount was $98,372.90. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency

(driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 17-084976. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 17-084976 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 17 CH 16244 TJSC#: 38-4751 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3090017

Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-16-08727. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-16-08727 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 11 CH 026295 TJSC#: 38-5960 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3094101

15 CH 09899 1537 SOUTH ELGIN AVENUE FOREST PARK, IL 60130 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 22, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 23, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1537 SOUTH ELGIN AVENUE, FOREST PARK, IL 60130 Property Index No. 15-24-215-0340000. The real estate is improved with a tan, vinyl siding, single family, with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 8255. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 8255 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 15 CH 09899 TJSC#: 38-5959 I3093938

the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact The sales clerk, SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC, 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301, Bannockburn, IL 60015, (847) 2911717 For information call between the hours of 1pm–3pm. Please refer to file number 16-079942. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. SHAPIRO KREISMAN & ASSOCIATES, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 291-1717 E-Mail: ILNotices@logs.com Attorney File No. 16-079942 Attorney Code. 42168 Case Number: 16 CH 8669 TJSC#: 38-6038 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3094391

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION NATIONSTAR MORTGAGE LLC D/ B/A MR. COOPER Plaintiff, -v.ANITA REDMOND A/K/A ANITA L. REDMOND, FOREST PLACE

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, LP Plaintiff, -v.SALVADOR GUZMAN, RITA GUZMAN, CITIBANK, N.A. F/K/A CITIBANK, FSB AS MORTGAGEE UNDER DOCUMENT UNDER DOCUMENT 0521426004 Defendants 11 CH 026295 152 N. 22ND AVENUE MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 10, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 24, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 152 N. 22ND AVENUE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 Property Index No. 15-10-102-0410000, Property Index No. 15-10102-042-0000. The real estate is improved with a multi-family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE (CWALT 2004-2CB) Plaintiff, -v.CHARLES J. NOVAK, KATHLEEN A. NOVAK A/K/A KATHLEEN ANN NOVAK, BEERMANN SWERDLOVE LLP, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., FIRSTMERIT BANK, N.A. S/B/M TO MIDWEST BANK AND TRUST COMPANY, GERALDINE M. REDMOND, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR SG MORTGAGE SECURITIES TRUST 2006-FRE2, ASSET BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-FRE2 Plaintiff, -v.BRENDA JONES A/K/A BRENDA GIVENS A/K/A BRENDA L. JONES, LEE T. JONES A/K/A LEE TORICE JONES, CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A., THE LAW OFFICES OF BEVERLY A. PEKALA, P.C., CAPITAL ONE BANK (USA), N.A. F/K/A CAPITAL ONE BANK Defendants 16 CH 8669 4928 SAINT PAUL COURT Hillside, IL 60162 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 9, 2017, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 28, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 4928 SAINT PAUL COURT, Hillside, IL 60162 Property Index No. 15-07-401-0300000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $196,909.62. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION ROUNDPOINT MORTGAGE SERVICING CORPORATION; Plaintiff, vs. JOHNNY J. WHITING AKA JOHNNY WHITING; 7314 RANDOLPH CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; RANDOLPH WEST NO. 2 CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION; CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 18 CH 4383 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, September 6, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 15-12-426-023-1024. Commonly known as 7314 Randolph Street, Unit 4H, Forest Park, IL 60130. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a condominium residence. The purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by subdivisions (g)

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(1) and (g)(4) of Section 9 of the Condominium Property Act Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call the Sales Clerk at Plaintiff’s Attorney, The Wirbicki Law Group, 33 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois 60603. (312) 3609455 W17-0927. INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3094192

AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 4221719 Please refer to file number 2120-14596. If the sale is not confirmed for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the purchase price paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee’s attorney. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Fax #: (217) 422-1754 CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2120-14596 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 18 CH 01687 TJSC#: 38-3954 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3087554

transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-03643. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-03643 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 004396 TJSC#: 38-4935 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3093002

CRISTIAN ALBA, ILLINOIS FINANCE AUTHORITY, CITY OF DECATUR, THE 38 KING ARTHUR COURT CONDOMINIUM ASSOCIATION, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 006256 38 KING ARTHUR COURT, UNIT 6 NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on July 23, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 30, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 38 KING ARTHUR COURT, UNIT 6, NORTHLAKE, IL 60164 Property Index No. 12-30-402-0601006. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale

other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-17-05481. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-17-05481 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 17 CH 006256 TJSC#: 38-6096 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3094563

Defendants, 16 CH 14576 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: Commonly known as 29 N IRVING AVE, HILLSIDE, IL 60162. P.I.N. 15-18-229-005-0000. The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Ms. Kimberly S. Reid at Plaintiff’s Attorney, Marinosci Law Group, PC, 134 North LaSalle Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. (312) 940-8580. 16-11325 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION Selling Officer, (312) 444-1122 I3094703

Commonly known as 9529 NICHOLS AVENUE, FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 Property Index No. 12-22-102-0060000. The real estate is improved with a tan, brick, single family with a two car detached garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD THOMAS, JR., CATHERINE J. THOMAS Defendants 18 CH 01687 221 S. 17TH AVE. MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 4, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 13, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 221 S. 17TH AVE., MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-400-0090000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $117,392.50. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.GUILLERMO C H AV E Z , RAYMUNDO REYES, SMITHROTHCHILD FINANCIAL COMPANY, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 17 CH 004396 22 S. 15TH AVENUE MAYWOOD, IL 60153 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 10, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 22 S. 15TH AVENUE, MAYWOOD, IL 60153 Property Index No. 15-10-224-0190000; 15-10-224-020-0000. The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION MTGLQ INVESTORS, L.P. Plaintiff, -v.PAWEL POLTORAK A/K/A PAWEL A. POLTORAK, MARTA POLTORAK A/K/A MARTA U. POLTORAK, CHARTER ONE BANK, N.A. Defendants 15 CH 09898 9529 NICHOLS AVENUE FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 19, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 20, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

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McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC, Plaintiff’s Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, IL 60602. Tel No. (312) 346-9088. Please refer to file number 13769. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLC One North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200 Chicago, IL 60602 (312) 346-9088 E-Mail: pleadings@mccalla.com Attorney File No. 13769 Attorney ARDC No. 61256 Attorney Code. 61256 Case Number: 15 CH 09898 TJSC#: 38-5159 I3094929

Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 333 23RD AVENUE, BELLWOOD, IL 60104 Property Index No. 15-10-123-0370000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE

WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file or contact Plaintiff’s attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) 794-9876 Please refer to file number 14-18-01198. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL 60527 (630) 794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-18-01198 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2018 CH 01821 TJSC#: 38-4991 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3093876

UGANDA T. HARRIS A/K/A UGANDA HARRIS, MARILYN J. PERRIEN A/K/A MARILYN PERRIEN Defendants 12 CH 41531 10323 ELIZABETH STREET Westchester, IL 60154 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 14, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 17, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 10323 ELIZABETH STREET, Westchester, IL 60154 Property Index No. 15-21-118-0540000. The real estate is improved with a co-op. The judgment amount was $506,216.23. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 112762. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. 112762 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 12 CH 41531 TJSC#: 38-5267 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3093442

by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/ 18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact Plaintiff’s attorney: POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610, Chicago, IL 60606, (312) 263-0003 Please refer to file number 113624. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. POTESTIVO & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 223 WEST JACKSON BLVD, STE 610 Chicago, IL 60606 (312) 263-0003 E-Mail: ilpleadings@potestivolaw. com Attorney File No. 113624 Attorney Code. 43932 Case Number: 15 CH 11933 TJSC#: 38-6130

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I3095071

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO BANK OF AMERICA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE, SUCCESSOR BY MERGER TO LASALLE BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR MERRILL LYNCH MORTGAGE INVESTORS TRUST, MORTGAGE LOAN A S S E T- B A C K E D CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006HE6 Plaintiff, -v.CONSUELO LOPEZ Defendants 2018 CH 01821 333 23RD AVENUE BELLWOOD, IL 60104 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on June 8, 2018, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on September 17, 2018, at The

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR FREMONT HOME LOAN TRUST 2006-D, MORTGAGE BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-D Plaintiff, -v.-

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT– CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR BNC MORTGAGE LOAN TRUST 2007-2 MORTGAGE PASS THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-2 Plaintiff, -v.RICHARD A. BARNES, SELENA R. BARNES, ILLINOIS HEALTHCARE AND FAMILY SERVICES Defendants 15 CH 11933 444 E. END AVENUE Hillside, IL 60162 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on August 25, 2016, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on August 31, 2018, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive, CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 444 E. END AVENUE, Hillside, IL 60162 Property Index No. 15-07-411-0420000. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $112,108.48. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance in certified funds/or wire transfer, 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. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required

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equally involved with mental health since she works at a Dairy Queen. There is supposed to be a picture of these lovely young ladies somewhere, but unfortunately I am unable to locate it. Maybe next week. For your gardening needs, remember Empowering Gardens, 7730 W. Madison St. This garden shop is a 501c(3) nonprofit Illinois corporation. With the support of patrons, this community retail garden center (and soon-to-be gift shop) will create job opportunities for people with disabilities. You can visit the garden center or mail a check to Empowering Gardens Inc., P.O. Box 2161, Oak Park, 60303. You’re invited to visit subscribe to Talk of the town their website and their monthly gardening tips. You are also invited to “like” them on Facebook. You couldn’t spend your garden money in a better place. Another jewel in the crown of Forest Park is our outstanding library. On Aug. 17 at 7 p.m. our local author and historian (and Forest Park Review columnist), John Rice, will examine the June 22, 1918 train tragedy that killed so many circus animals and performers. Have you etery?? seen the circus graves at Woodlawn cemetery? uidee The two stone elephants guide he th you to the section where the people are buried. A timely pamphlet at the library discusses mosquitos and mosquitohern orth borne diseases found in northern phlet amp Illinois. An informative pamphlet P ark Public is available at the Forest Park cusseed in Library. Some diseases discussed us, Viru the pamphlet are West Nilee Virus, s,, quitos, which cycles between mosquitos, humans and other animals. Crows and blue jays are especially vulnerable, as are eagles. Several years ago the virus exploded in our area and blue jays and crows are still rarely seen. Such plagues as malaria and yellow fever, on

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