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D-200 finishes fiscal year ahead

Mozart Festival to begin three-week series July 27, 28

Piggly Wiggly returns to Woodstock

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MARKET SNAPSHOT Home sales are up, prices are stagnant in Woodstock

HOUSING MARKET STATS Single-family houses in 60098, January through June of each calendar year

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Percentage of single-family houses sold in 2013, by price category

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Under $100K

$100K to $199,999

$200K to $299,999

$300K to $399,999

$400K to $499,999

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$131,000

e number of single-family homes in the area sold from January through June was up nearly 20 percent over the same period last year, but the median sales price of $131,000 was nearly unchanged, according to figures released by the Multiple Listing Service.

In Woodstock and other communities in the 60098 zip code, 159 single-family homes were sold over the first half of 2013, compared with 133 in 2012. e change in median sales price was down by a negligible amount — $5,000 — but it continued to trend about 35 percent lower than peak prices before the collapse of the real estate market.

Realtor Rick Bellairs of Harding Real Estate, 1710 S. Eastwood Drive, said he has witnessed a change in homebuyers’ attitudes over the previous few years.

“I think that some people are getting off the fence and deciding that we’re near the bottom or at the bottom of the market and now is the time to buy,” Bellairs said.

“Interest rates have started to go up, and I think some people are afraid they’re going to miss that boat, too.” e real estate market in the area continues to be dominated by distressed properties.

So far in 2013, 56 percent of all home sales have come by way of foreclosures or short sales, something Bellairs said continues to drive down prices.

“What is selling are the bargains — the bank-owned properties, the homes that were foreclosed on, and the short sales still are over half of the market, so it’s still a very price-sensitive, price-driven market,” Bellairs said.

First-time homebuyer Jim Schierhorn started looking for a home in February and less than a month later, bought a foreclosed townhouse in Sweetwater. He said he was going to wait until June or July to start the

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Increase in single-family house sales from 2012 to 2013

15.85

Increase in single-family house sales volume from 2012 to 2013

Percentage of single-family house sales in 2013 that have come as a result of foreclosures or short sales

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City approves expanded tax incentives Large businesses already in Woodstock can qualify for sales tax rebates

By KATELYN STANEK The Independent Some Woodstock businesses will be able to take advantage of tax incentives previously available only to outside retailers looking to open in the city. e change to the city’s Tax Incentivization Program came after the Woodstock City Council approved a revision July 16 that HOW THEY will allow VOTED businesses to To amend Woodreceive sales stock’s Tax Incentax rebates tivization Program: of up to 0.5 percent if they Yes are located in Julie Dillon the city and Maureen Larson are looking Brian Sager to expand or Mark Saladin move within RB Thompson Woodstock.

Mike Turner Previously, Absent the policy Joe Starzynski — initially developed to lure Kohl’s, 2200 Lake Ave., to the city — only applied to businesses without existing locations in Woodstock. So far, the department store is the only retailer to have received the tax incentives. “ e original policy … didn’t really allow for existing retailers who wanted to relocate or expand within the city to

Source: Multiple Listing Service

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Water tower lease with conservation district approved

By LISA KUCHARSKI The Independent

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Conservation District will install wireless internet communication equipment on a Woodstock-owned water tower

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as part of a rental agreement between the city and MCCD. City Manager Roscoe Stelford said MCCD wanted to connect its

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OBITUARIES Mary Ann Ruggero, Wonder Lake Ruth Jean Gonzalez, Woodstock Arlene Rose Bechtold, Union James G. Anderson, Wonder Lake

shared network between various offices and approached the city last fall about leasing space on the water tower on Hill Street.

Janice Carter, Woodstock Jacqueline Savalick, Wonder Lake R. Jacob Kovarik, Sycamore

“It’s ridiculous most of our food comes from thousands of miles away.”

— Doug Close, Page 4

e tower offers a clear path of communication to MCCD’s Brookdale administrative office, 18410 Highway 14. e conservation district plans to install two small, pointPlease see Tower, Page 3 The Woodstock Independent 671 E. Calhoun St., Woodstock, IL 60098 Phone: 815-338-8040 Fax: 815-338-8177 www.thewoodstockindependent.com

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Barndance attracts 2,550

By LISA KUCHARSKI The Independent Despite the rain, the 2013 Gavers Community Cancer Foundation Barndance breached its capacity to host 2,550 attendees.

More than $180,000 was raised in auctions and raffles alone, with a live Blackhawks speed painting by artist Elliott From selling for $10,000.

Foundation vice president Denise Graff Ponstein said donations are still coming in and the total funds raised is yet to be determined. From offered the competing bidder a repeat performance for a $10,000 donation to the foundation. e bidder accepted. “ is was probably one of our top three record Barndances,” Graff Ponstein said. “ e rain didn’t stop us.”

Additionally, Henry Patel of

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Speed painter Elliott From creates a Blackhawks painting at the 2013 Barndance at Emricson Park. The piece sold during the live auction for $10,000. INDEPENDENT PHOTO BY LISA KUCHARSKI

Armanetti Wines and Spirits is donating 3 percent of all sales through Tuesday, Aug. 20, to the foundation.

Founder Steve Gavers honored three individuals with the “Never Be Defeated” award, among them Woodstock resident Cathy Buhrow, a breast cancer survivor; AJ Raebel of Cary, a melanoma survivor; and Kurt Kaeppel of Morris, a testicular cancer survivor.

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search, but he noticed the availability of low-priced houses was quickly diminishing.

“As far as the pricing goes, I was very happy,” Schierhorn said. “I want to go back to grad school, so my goal was to spend below $100,000, and that’s definitely what I did. I got a twobedroom, two-bath, two-car garage.”

Schierhorn said he was amazed at the large number of foreclosed houses on the market at the time he was looking.

Some houses, he said, were bought in a matter of hours by investors. In checking back on the market, lately, he said he was glad he bought when he did because there are significantly fewer houses available in the lower price range and some prices are increasing slightly.

Barbara Romano experienced the

Tax incentives take advantage of the incentives,” said Cort Carlson, Woodstock’s community and economic development coordinator.

“We want to make sure those that are already here are able to grow and thrive and stay in the city.”

To qualify for the amended program, Woodstock businesses must meet several criteria, including maintaining current employment levels and bringing in at least $100,000 in annual sales tax revenue over the previous three years.

Carlson said the change came about as a result of conversations with business representatives looking to expand their stores in Woodstock, but would not name the businesses in question.

“Looking at economic development in the city, business retention and expansion is as important — if not more important — than new business,” Carlson said.

Mayor Brian Sager described the change to the program as the “second phase” of the city’s economic development plans. e Tax

housing market from both sides, as a seller and a buyer. She said her townhouse had been on the market for three years, until it finally sold in May. When she was able to look for houses, many of the foreclosures in good condition had been sold and Romano said those available were in poor condition. “ ere weren’t that many properties available when it was time for me to look,” Romano said. “It was not that easy to actually find a place that was in good condition that you could get right into.”

Romano bought a single-family home that was on the market just before her townhouse sold. For those looking to buy, Romano said “it’s important to realize you can’t get every item on your list.”

Continued from Page 1 Incentivization Plan was first approved in 2011.

“What we had in 2011 was the first phase,” Sager said. “As we began to see that perhaps the economy was starting to look up, we also recognized there was a need to support our own businesses. … We realized we also needed to look at an opportunity for those businesses in Woodstock that were interested in growing.”

Sager alluded to a “third phase” of the economic development program, which he said would include a focus on small businesses and could incorporate a revolving loan fund and sales tax incentives.

“We will be considering how we can assist at the small-business level,” Sager said. e measure was approved as part of the council’s consent agenda, with Mark Saladin, Maureen Larson, Mike Turner, Julie Dillon, RB ompson and Sager voting in favor of approval. Councilman Joe Starzynski was absent.

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Train depot to open as Stella’s New café is coming to the Woodstock train station

By LISA KUCHARSKI The Independent By mid-August, visitors of the Woodstock train depot can grab coffee and a scone for breakfast and a smoothie and panini for lunch, and take advantage of a shelter from the elements at Stella’s Off the Square.

Owner Danielle Delatorre said when the city of Woodstock approached her about leasing the space, she decided to leave Java Planet, on Lake Shore Drive, to take the opportunity to start from scratch and open Stella’s.

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“What makes me more excited to do Stella’s is because it’s something I’m doing from the ground up that I’m creating, I’m designing,” Delatorre said. “ is is my baby, my way of creating my business.”

Delatorre said she chose a name with personal significance.

“Stella is a family name,” Delatorre said. “My 97-year-old grandmother is a Stella and my 9-year-old is a Stella, but I have to say it is named after my grandma otherwise the other three kids feel left out.”

With a twist of Italian, Delatorre said she hopes to restore the building to its former glory by keeping its historic features as a focus of the space. She said she plans to feature and sell artwork and furniture by friends and local artists Erik

Hoff and Gabriel Karagianis of Common Order at the Starline in Harvard. Delatorre also hopes to add “life and laughter” by scheduling entertainment, music and art shows on Friday and Saturday nights.

“I don’t want it just to be, ‘Here’s your coffee, have a good day,’” Delatorre said.

“We want to be somewhere people can come and enjoy themselves.”

While she’s not looking forward to cleaning off cobwebs, Delatorre said she is excited to open as soon as possible.

She said the business is all about family, including employees - her 16 year-old son, Alex, occasionally her 18-year-old daughter, Bella, who will be away at college, and her husband, Frank. Danny, now 11, may join the staff in the future.

Delatorre said she even buys her food

MCCD will have a faster wireless connection that has a significantly longer range and higher power than general broadband wireless.

“It’s going to take the district out of the dark ages as far as internet connectivity goes,” said Andy Dylak, MCCD director of finance and administration.

With the Woodstock connection, Dylak said the Brookdale office, located between Harvard and Woodstock, will have a broadband connection 16 times more powerful than it had before.

Because of the office’s remote location, Dylak said there isn’t accessibility to internet service providers and no fiberoptic communication is available nearby.

Besides improved connectivity, the setup also will be more economical.

Dylak said the Wonder Lake-based internet service provider Wonderwave Internet scouted out the viability of the water tower location. e connection will likely be established in September or October.

Jeff Van Landuyt, interim public works director, said MCCD will bring in its own contractors to weld the equipment on the tower. Van Landuyt said the equipment will not impact the water supply in the tower or interfere with other communication equipment in the area.

“We [will] make sure they are doing everything safely and they have a clean installation that is not an impact on any of our operations,” Van Landuyt said.

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wholesale from other family businesses. e hours are set by the city to accommodate the train schedule. Stella’s will be open from 5:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Monday through Friday, from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and based on demand Sundays.

City Manager Roscoe Stelford said the city likes to have a tenant renting the train depot because it serves Metra commuters, but it is a “challenging location” due to the high volume of foot traffic.

“If we don’t have a tenant there, we close the building,” Stelford said. “When the weather is bad, some commuters can get upset because they want access to the building. I think commuters enjoy having the train depot open.”

Stelford said the latest owner, Wendy Burnette, rented the space from 2008 until March this year as Trax Depot. He said she left the location to consolidate her business from multiple locations to the one in Crystal Lake.

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to-point antennas, accompanied by other smaller equipment, on top of the water tower. To function properly, pointto-point antennas must be directly in line with one that will be installed at the Brookdale office. e water tower will be rented by MCCD for $125 a year on a contract valid through July 31, 2022. Either party may terminate the contract with a 60-day notice. Stelford said the low rate was agreed upon because city officials believe the conservation district provides a benefit to Woodstock residents.

“We did debate about what the rent amount should be,” Stelford said. “ is is not market-rate rent that we’re charging the McHenry County Conservation Department.”

HOW THEY VOTED To approve a rental agreement with the McHenry County Conservation District: Yes Julie Dillon Maureen Larson Brian Sager Mark Saladin

RB Thompson Mike Turner Absent Joe Starzynski

The rental agreement was approved by the Woodstock City Council as part of its consent agenda July 16, with Julie Dillon, Maureen Larson, Mark Saladin, RB Thompson, Mike Turner and Mayor Brian Sager voted in favor of the deal. Councilman Joe Starzynski was absent.

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Food co-op could come to McHenry Co.

By KATELYN STANEK The Independent When biotech veteran Scott Brix attended a food science convention in Chicago several weeks ago, he received a stark reminder of why he’s volunteering with a group of people committed to bringing a food cooperative to the area.

“Walking through the floor of this huge convention, which is all about commercial food, was like the antithesis of everything we’re trying to do,” Brix said. “Toxins, Twinkies, preservatives, aspartame from China in bulk.”

Brix is on the steering committee of the McHenry County Food Cooperative, an initiative now in the early stages of planning and development that has attracted about 120 registrants, all of whom have indicated their interest in supporting a co-op located somewhere in McHenry County.

Food cooperatives are owned by members whose votes determine everything from what kinds of foods are sold to what types of classes and programs are offered, and many put an emphasis on locally grown and organic products. Members typically pay initiation fees and annual fees and then receive lower prices on the store’s offerings.

Where the co-op will have its “It’s ridiculous most of our food comes storefronts, how many locations it will from thousands of miles away,” Close offer and how volunteering, employment said. “I want to promote localization and pricing models will work are yet to efforts. I think our global system has be determined, but Brix said his group become too complex, and anything is collecting data to assess needs. If a we can do localize our food and our study set for next year determines a co- economy is a good thing.” op is feasible, memberships will be sold.

Close said the co-op would provide an “ e members will ultimately decide opportunity to support local farmers. what’s on the shelves,” Brix said. “It’s “ ere’s a lot of younger folks that are probably going to be healthy, organic — taking a shot at farming, and we want to not all of this artificial everything.” give them a place to sell their products,” In addition to a focus on healthy Close said. eating, a commitment to locally grown Woodstock resident Keith Johnson, produce likely will who sits on shape much of the the steering “It’s ridiculous most of co-op’s direction, committee and our food comes from said Scott Brix’s also manages wife, Kim Brix, the Woodstock thousands of miles away.” who also serves Farmers Market, — Doug Close, on the steering agreed.

McHenry County Food Cooperative committee.

“I’m very “Every store much for local seems to have its organic or healthy food production and consumption. is ‘section,’” Kim Brix said. “A lot of stores would be complementary to our market,” in McHenry County are trying to do Johnson said. “What we’re really doing is organic, but there’s a question about supplying a place for our farmers to sell whether it’s really locally grown.” their products. ... My feeling is any time For Huntley’s Doug Close, the you can make a connection between a environmental impact of shipping local producer and a local consumer, produce and other foods across the you’re doing a good thing.” country — or the world — is a major Volunteers hope to attract about 100 reason he has decided to volunteer on potential members over the next few the committee. months, with at least 500 lined up by

Woodstock man charged in sex abuse case A Woodstock man was charged July 12 with aggravated criminal sexual

abuse after a girl under the age of 16 alleged he sexually assaulted her.

Juan D. Lebron, 28, 2420 Bridgewater Drive, was arrested at his home and charged with a class 2 felony following an investigation by detectives from the Woodstock Police Department.

MCHENRY COUNTY FOOD COOPERATIVE Website: www.mchenrycountycoop. com Facebook: www.facebook.com/FoodCoOpForMchenryCounty

the end of the year. e demographic information provided by potential members will likely inform where the co-op’s store or stores will be located.

Committee members already have begun working with a lawyer and an accountant, both of whom are working pro bono.

For now, the group is busy applying for grants, including the Food Co-Op Initiative’s Seed Funds Grant, and is working with other co-ops in the region, something Close said was appropriate given the ethos of the movement.

“We keep meeting new people, and we’re creating this network,” Close said. “ at’s what a co-op can do, is help bring that network together. ey have all these great ideas. It’s just coming together.”

To register with the McHenry County Food Cooperative and to provide demographic information, visit www. mchenrycountycoop.com.

Lebron was turned over to the McHenry County Adult Correctional Facility. His bond was set at $75,000.

— Katelyn Stanek, The Independent

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OBITUARIES

Mary Ann Ruggero

Mary Ann Ruggero, 87, Wonder Lake, died Saturday, July 13, 2013, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born Sept. 11, 1925, in Kendall, Mich., to John and Josephine (Regula) Kiss. She was raised on a farm. Her family moved to Chicago, where she attended Wells High School, followed by St. Elizabeth Hospital Nursing School, becoming a registered nurse. On Jan. 4, 1947, she married Santo Lucio Ruggero, M.D.,at St. Sylvester Catholic Church of Chicago.

She and her husband moved to Wonder Lake in 1950 and set up their home and private medical practice.

She was a full-time mother until 1977, when she then began to work part time as an RN in her husband’s office. She and her husband served the Wonder Lake community selflessly until their retirement.

She was an amazing mother, wife, grandmother, friend and inspiration to many people. She was a blessing to all who knew her. She raised 10 children and always held her husband in the highest regard. Most importantly, she was a woman of great faith. She served communion to homebound and hospitalized patients for years, bringing joy to everyone she met and giving hugs and kisses to all. She exemplified tremendous compassion and acceptance.

Survivors include her husband; 10 children, Louise (Steven) Krater, Nancy (Al Tracy) Ruggero, James (Valerie) Ruggero, Robert (Terese Lohmeier) Ruggero, Thomas (Linda Brady) Ruggero, Cynthia (Jan Stahl) Ruggero, William Ruggero, Therese (Bruce Vierheller) Ruggero, Margaret Ruggero and Lydia (BJ Neff) Ruggero; 16 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

Visitation and the funeral were July 16 at Christ the King Catholic Church, Wonder Lake. Interment was at Christ the King Cemetery. Arrangements were made by Colonial Funeral Home, McHenry. Donations can be sent to the Stritch School of Medicine Scholarship Fund of Loyola University, 820 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL 60611.

Ruth Jean Gonzalez

Ruth Jean Gonzalez, 78, Woodstock, died Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at home.

She was born July 16, 1935, in Chicago to Rossman and Florence Kees.

On June 26, 1982, she married Anthony Gonzalez in McHenry.

She was a resident in McHenry County for more than 40 years. For 20 years, she

was a dedicated employee at Serve-All in Crystal Lake.

She was a member of the Fox Lake Lions Club and she loved to be with her large extended family and they loved being with her.

Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Karen (Don) Beyer; grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; a great-great-grandchild on the way; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Cheryl; a son, Robert; and two brothers, Paul and Harold.

Visitation and the funeral were July 23 at Schneider-Leucht-Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock. Burial was at McHenry County Memorial Park.

Arlene Rose Bechtold

Arlene Rose Bechtold, 97, Union, died Tuesday, July 16, 2013, at JourneyCare Hospice in Woodstock.

She was born March 26, 1916, in Woodstock to John and Rose (Schultz) Seagrist.

She was raised in Woodstock by her father and her stepmother, Minnie.

She was a very caring and giving mother. She loved music and playing organ.

Her sense of humor and generosity will be remembered forever.

Survivors include a son, Thomas Bechtold; two daughters, Mary Ann Kendrick and Judy (Rick) Lamz; a stepdaughter, Shirley (Donald) Stanley; a brother, John (Barbara) Seagrist; two stepgranddaughters; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Emerich Bechtold, in 1998; her parents; two brothers, Howard Seagrist and Eldon Seagrist; and a sister, Lois Robertshaw.

Services were July 19. Interment was at Lakewood Memorial Cemetery, Elgin.

Memorials can be sent to JourneyCare Foundation, 405 Lake Zurich Road, Barrington, IL 60010.

Arrangements were made by Madison Funeral Homes, Elgin.

Janice Carter

Janice Carter, 65, Woodstock, died Friday, July 19, 2013, at her home at Sheltered Village.

She was born March 19, 1948, in McHenry to John and Evelyn Carter.

She was a resident of Sheltered Village for the past 12 years. She was active at both Pioneer Center and Rail in Woodstock. She was a very happy person and

always had a smile. Everyone loved her.

She was funny and pleasant to be around and loved to eat.

Survivors include a sister-in-law, the Rev. Janie Long-Carter, and all her friends at Sheltered Village.

She was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, John Carter.

Visitation and a memorial service were July 25 at Querhammer & Flagg Funeral Home, Crystal Lake.

Memorials can be sent to Wonder Lake Pentecostal Food Pantry, 4010 Westwood Drive, Wonder Lake, IL 60097.

Jacqueline Savalick

Jacqueline Savalick, 59, Wonder Lake, died Wednesday, July 17, 2013, at home with her loving family by her side.

She was born April 19, 1954, in Sault Ste. Marie, Mich.

On June 7, 2002, she married Max Savalick in Woodstock.

She was a devoted employee of Prem Magnetics of Johnsburg for 28 years. As a quality control manager, she loved and was loved by all her co-workers.

She enjoyed camping and being outdoors.

Survivors include her husband; a daughter, Pamela (John) Van Fleet; two stepchildren, Marissa (Chad) Gresham and Adam (fiancée Jennifer Swanson) Savalick; nine grandchildren, Kaleb, Lilly and Gabriel Van Fleet, Amber, Alexander, Lucy and Paige Gresham and Christopher and Emily (on the way) Savalick.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Visitation and the funeral were July 21 at Colonial Funeral Home, McHenry. Interment will be private.

James George Anderson

James George Anderson, 68, Wonder Lake, died Sunday, July 14, 2013, in Wonder Lake.

He was born May 21, 1945 in Chicago to Frank and Alice Anderson.

He was a proud patriot and U.S. Army veteran who was awarded several medals for his service. He was honorably discharged after being injured while on duty.

He was a man who lived simply and enjoyed life and worked hard. His family meant the world to him. He was a man who would give people the clothes off his back and he was loyal to a fault. He loved the outdoors, spending time fishing.

POLICE BLOTTER Q Noelle C. Allen, 44, 603 Bunker St., Woodstock, was charged July 8 with driving while license was suspended and operating a motor vehicle with suspended registration at Madison and Church streets.

Allen posted $150 bond. Court date was set for Aug. 15.

Q John F. Walsh, 48, 16220 Route 14, Woodstock, was charged July 8 with driving while license was suspended at Country Club and Zimmerman roads. Walsh posted $150 bond. Court date was set for Aug. 1.

Q Gabriela M. Romero-Gomez, 34, 1942 Sheila St., Woodstock, was charged July 9 with driving without a driver’s license, speeding and driving an uninsured motor vehicle in the 100 block of Raffel Road. Romero-Gomez posted $150 bond.

Court date was set for July 25.

Q Lucila Ballesteros, 41, 51 Wren Road, Carpentersville, was charged July 9 with driving without a driver’s license at South and Dean streets, Woodstock.

Ballesteros posted $150 bond. Court date was set for Aug. 1.

Q Thomas C. Shaw, 61, transient, was charged July 9 with trespass to railroad

He also enjoyed watching Star Trek.

He will be fondly remembered by family and friends as a loving father and friend to many.

Survivors include a daughter, Leah; two sons, Raymond and Benjamin; five brothers, William, Luke, Richard, Andy and Frank; three sisters, Julie, Eileen and Rose-Marie; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a twin brother, John; a brother, Edward; and a sister, Melody.

Services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 26, at Abraham Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, 20953 Hoff Road, Elwood. A potluck picnic will follow at Lloyd Erickson Park, 500 N. Chicago St., Elwood.

Condolences can be sent to LeahRenanderson@yahoo.com.

Memorials can be made to the family to help pay burial expenses in a national cemetery.

R. Jacob Kovarik

R. Jacob Kovarik, 38, Sycamore, died Thursday, July 18, 2013, of unexpected and natural causes.

He was born June 20, 1975, in Waukegan to Robert H. and Donna J. (Sorensen) Kovarik.

His family was the most important part of his life. He was proud to be a store manager at Aarons in Crystal Lake. He and his family were active volunteers with Feed’ Em Soup and the high school rugby club in Sycamore. He enjoyed music, gaming and attending Renaissance fairs.

He was loved and will be missed by all who knew him.

Survivors include his parents; his fiancée, Jenifer Hooker; three sons, Benjamin Kovarik, Christian Kovarik and Benjamin Whipple; three daughters, Alicia Kovarik, Abigayle Kovarik and Tiffany Walker; a sister, Cherie (Michael) Gilliland; maternal grandmother, Dorothy Sorensen; and two nieces, Carissa and Jessica Gilliland.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Henry F. and Lenore M. Kovarik; maternal grandfather, Victor S. Sorensen; and an uncle, Allen B. Sorensen.

Visitation and the funeral Mass were July 22 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Woodstock.

Burial was at Calvary Cemetery, Woodstock.

Arrangements were made by Schneider-Leucht-Merwin & Cooney Funeral Home, Woodstock.

STREET SMARTS property at 90 Church St., Woodstock.

Shaw was turned over to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. Bond was set at $1,500. Court date was set for Aug. 15.

Q Paul B. Smith, 43, 1475 Commons Drive, Woodstock, was charged July 10 with two counts of domestic battery and aggravated battery at 1475 Commons Drive. Smith was turned over to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. Bond and court date were to be set.

Q A juvenile, Woodstock, was charged July 11 with driving without a driver’s license at Forest and Austin avenues. The juvenile was released with a notice to appear in court. Court date was set for Aug. 22.

Q Jordan Bray, 23, 3112 S. Waterview, McHenry, was charged July 11 with driving while license was suspended and expired registration in the 200 block of Throop Street. Bray posted $150 bond.

Court date was set for Aug. 22.

Q Stephen J. McKenzie, 48, 1224 Walden Oaks, Woodstock, was charged July 12 with driving while license was suspended and expired registration in the 600 block of Lake Avenue. McKenzie

posted $150 bond. Court date was set for Aug. 22.

Q Susan Ray Hager, 58, 825 S. Bodin, Hinsdale, was charged July 13 with driving under the influence, improper lane use, driving in the wrong lane and illegal transportation of alcohol at Highway 14 and Kishwaukee Valley Road. Hager posted $300 bond. Court date was set for Aug. 23.

Q Terrence B. Sieben, 60, 46W230 Kelley Road, Hampshire, was charged July 15 with aggravated battery and leaving an unattended vehicle at Van Buren and Johnson streets, Woodstock. Sieben was turned over to the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office. Bond and court date were to be set.

Q A juvenile, Crystal Lake, was charged July 15 with driving without a driver’s license and driving with expired registration at 204 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock. The juvenile posted an I-BOND and was released to a parent. Court date was set for Aug. 1.

Any charges are merely accusations, and defendants or suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.

During the summer months, temperatures inside vehicles can exceed 120 degrees, according to the American Red Cross. Never leave children or animals inside a parked vehicle, as this can cause heat stroke or even death.

In some cases, police may force entry into hot vehicles discovered to have children or pets inside.

Average gas price

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Reflects average price of regular unleaded gasoline at Woodstock gas stations the morning of July 22.

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KATELYN STANEK Managing Editor

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City stands up for water slides For years, the pools and slides at Woodstock Water Works were found to be in compliance with state safety and operating regulations. at all changed this spring when state inspectors from the Illinois Department of Health deemed a grate situated behind a set of slides at the public pool to be in violation of the Virginia Graeme Baker Anti-Entrapment Act, a pool and spa safety act intended to prevent drownings caused by powerful suction found in many hot tubs.

No, the regulation had not changed, and no, the facilities at Woodstock Water Works had not changed — in fact, the suction power around the grate is “almost nonexistent,” according to a memo from the city of Woodstock. In 2009, a pool contractor was charged with ensuring the city’s pool was in compliance with the act, and the state gave the city the go-ahead to open every year until 2013.

In fact, the only thing that had changed was the inspection crew, who ordered the city to shut down its slides based on a never-beforedetected violation. Employees at the manufacturer charged with making a new grate for the pool said they’d never seen a regulator take such a hard stance against a pool operator. City employees were left shocked and confused by the decision. In addition, the recreation department will have to shell out about $10,000 in tax dollars to make the pool compliant with this new interpretation of the standard. It’s in the process of doing just that.

In the meantime, city officials, at the instructions of Mayor Brian Sager, decided enough was enough and gave the word to employees to open the slides July 4 in defiance of the state’s orders. eir reasoning was simple: lifeguards are situated in the area at all times and the pool had been deemed by regulators and outside contractors to be safe for many years. ey aren’t at odds with the Baker Act — the city had taken steps years ago to ensure compliance with it — but rather with what they and others who work with aquatic centers throughout the region see as an absurd interpretation of the law. City officials determined a burdensome and maybe even spurious reading of the regulation by the state was not worth harming the public pool’s functionality and bottom line. ere’s a saying that says you can’t fight City Hall. Now City Hall finds itself in the unenviable position of having to do just that at the state level. While we believe the city should work toward compliance to avoid further headaches, we encourage city officials to keep it up and not allow an overly strict interpretation of a regulation to shut down parts of Woodstock Water Works again.

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» YOUR VIEW

Open letter to Lisa Kucharski I enjoyed very much your recent editorial regarding finishing school and being able to become employed in your own hometown. I can see already that you are interested in the workings of the city of Woodstock.

You mentioned you have to come up with some story ideas. Over the past couple of years, I have often wished I was a journalist because there are many things I wonder about in our town and don’t have (or take) the time to research. Here are some of my ideas, perhaps you can use them to formulate your own stories. ere have been many stories lately touting the additions of new businesses to Woodstock, but what happened to some of the old businesses that we liked? For instance, why did the Simple Market, Blossom Shop and Vaughan’s close? What could the city have done to help

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these small businesses stay for our convenience? It can’t all be because of the “poor economy,” as we have added restaurants and stores in the same time frame. Where did those folks go?

A letter last week mentioned excessive noise on the roads from cars and motorcycles, and the police department’s lack of ability to monitor such complaints. Believe me, being only a mile from the Harley dealer on the unincorporated section of Dean Street, we sure know about the noise levels of those vehicles. What are the rules and how can we help them to be enforced?

Speaking of Dean Street, is there a schedule to repave from Highway 14 to Lucas Road? And from Dean to Highway 47 on Lucas Road? ose sections were torn up a few years ago with the construction of Apple Creek Estates and, with the demise of Kirk Homes, we wonder if the city (which took over from Dorr Township) will improve the roadways.

Large crowds turned up for the Woodstock Folk Festival and the Gavers Community Cancer Foundation Barndance the weekend of July 20, filling the Park in the Square and Emricson Park, respectively, with visitors and residents who gathered to take in two of Woodstock’s marquee summer events.

The Independent applauds the volunteers, organizers and musicians who make these events possible each year, as well as the attendees who showed their support for one of Woodstock’s most vibrant musical communities and most well-recognized charities.

Planning these undertakings takes months, and organizers will begin working on next year’s events in the coming weeks and months. The Independent is also grateful to the emergency workers and police who work at these events, as well as the business owners and residents who live and work in the areas surrounding these events and support them.

We strongly disagree with Mr. Bob Anderson about whether the township should be abolished. I doubt the city would use the extra funds to redo our road. When Dorr Township took care of the road, it was cleared faster and better in winter, and the side growth was better maintained as well.

What’s the latest schedule for traffic lights at the intersections of Route 47/Lucas Road and Route 47/ Cobblestone? Also, the weeds at that corner prevent good views of northbound traffic on 47.

Last, but not least, the Square has signs prohibiting dogs in the park, but owners do not seem to think it is about them, particularly during the Woodstock Farmers Market. What can be done to keep dogs off the park?

I know you will come up with your own local stories, but these are some of the topics I wonder about.

Teresa Larsen, Woodstock

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— Oscar Wilde

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July 24-30, 2013

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Catching, cleaning, frying and eating It started like any other day at Camp Grandkids. Two of the overnight campers were up before 6 a.m. e other overnighter was sleeping soundly. e early risers were 10-year-old boys up to wet their ďŹ shing lines in the lake in hopes of hooking some early-morning pan ďŹ sh. e sleeper was a 5-year-old boy who had successfully kept stride and stroke with his older cousins the day before. ere are no scheduled activities at Camp Grandkids. Breakfast is about 8 a.m., lunch is around noon and dinner happens sometime between 5:30 and 7 p.m. e mission of the camp is to let kids be kids and help them grow.

As the morning unfolded, the campers, three of my grandsons, Calvin, J.T. and John George, made their own pancake breakfast and vacuumed the kitchen, dining room and living room of our lake house. J.T. hooked and landed a large mouth bass off the pier. It was a big one, stretching from Calvin’s ďŹ ngertips nearly to his shoulder. John George jumped off the pier more times than he and I could count and watched his cousins ďŹ sh.

About midmorning, J.T and Calvin came to me with a question. “If we catch some keepers, could we clean and ďŹ llet them and eat them for lunch?â€?

Some background Cheryl might help explain the signiďŹ cance of Wormley their question and Declarations my response. I do not clean ďŹ sh. And, their knowledge of cleaning ďŹ sh is from watching their dad, their uncles and a YouTube video.

Boys wanting to ďŹ sh and to clean ďŹ sh for the ďŹ rst time certainly would fulďŹ ll the mission of the camp and there was plenty of time to give it a go before their mom picked them up. “Yes,â€? I responded. “ ere’s one condition. If you start cleaning them, you must stick to it until you ďŹ nish.â€? “Don’t worry. We will,â€? they responded in unison as they put worms on their hooks. “How many will you need?â€?

“Mmm, three.�

Knowing their pick-up time was 1 p.m., we decided they’d need the three ďŹ sh by 11:30 a.m. in order to have time for cleaning, frying and eating.

At 11:10, they had two ďŹ sh – a perch and a rock bass. By 11:15, they had the third – a pumpkin seed.

I watched the cleaning and their use of a very sharp ďŹ llet knife. I was pleased to see the boys’ patience and cooperation. ey put into practice what they had previously only observed, though they gave up on their plan to ďŹ llet the catch.

J.T. and Calvin are quite adept in the kitchen, so the pan-frying was second nature. Once the ďŹ sh were fried, the boys divvied up the pieces, giving me one and offering one to their young cousin, who said, “No thank you, I’m eating pasta.â€? “So, how do you think it went?â€? I asked, adding I thought the ďŹ sh was delicious. “OK, but ďŹ lleting would be better. ere were lots of bones,â€? Calvin responded. “Would you do it again?â€?

“Of course. Maybe next time we’re here,� said J.T. And then it was time for them to leave.

Seven of our nine grandchildren have been resident campers this summer. e two youngest, Teddy, 2, and Charles, 3, will come when they’re ready. Anna, 3, is camping this week and attending vacation Bible school at First Presbyterian Church.

I expect her to swim and swim and swim, having advanced from holding tight to an adult to bobbing around in her lifejacket.

Auggie, 5, mastered the art of putting a worm on a hook during his camp days.

Cameron, 10, dives, swims, picks owers, reads books and creates marker art. Reagan, 7, is the all-around camper, joining whatever activity looks most inviting.

Camp Grandkids can be easily replicated, with a few classic movies for rainy days, toys and stuffed animals, board games and puzzles, ingredients for cooking projects, a sewing machine, art supplies and sports equipment — simple things a grandma can provide to encourage kids to be kids.

Cheryl Wormley is publisher of The Woodstock Independent.

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A brief history of the greatest gift e recent move of Ethereal Confections from their walk-in closet on Main Street to their spacious restaurant location on the Woodstock Square gives me all the excuse I need to talk about the New World’s greatest gift to the Old World — chocolate.

Everyone I know loves chocolate. I have heard that there are those who dislike it, but I am suspicious of them. Disliking chocolate seems, to me, just wrong. If I were thrust into a room full of chocolate haters, I would be wary, tensely alert for any other signs of unnatural

skullduggery until I was safely beyond their inuence. My wife asserts, often, that mankind’s greatest benefactor John was the person who ďŹ rst Daab thought of On the Town adding sugar to chocolate.

Speaking for myself, I think that honor goes to the inventor of duct tape, but I see her point. With a good piece of chocolate, you can taste and feel magic melting on your tongue.

Spanish conquistadores in the Aztec court of Montezuma were the ďŹ rst Europeans to taste chocolate. It was consumed as a beverage and was the drink of choice among Aztec nobility. e Aztecs got it from the Mayans, who, in turn, had gotten it from the Olmecs, who had domesticated cacao, the plant whose seeds, when fermented, dried, roasted and ground, become

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chocolate. It was a somewhat bitter brew, though the Aztecs would sometimes sweeten it with wild honey. Before long, though, the conquistadores introduced sugar cane to the New World; so my wife’s hero was probably no more special than any other typical 16th century genocidal monster. He never got to feel it melt on his tongue, however. Chocolate would remain exclusively a beverage for another 300 years. e ďŹ rst breakthrough came in 1828, when Dutch chemist C.J. van Houten patented a process for separating the cocoa butter from the ground beans, enabling him to produce what we now know as cocoa powder. e second breakthrough came 19 years later, when J. S. Fry of Bristol, England, mixed cocoa powder and sugar into melted cocoa butter to produce a hot, sweet liquid that could be poured into a mold and would solidify when cooled. e chocolate bar was born, the ďŹ rst chocolate one could actually eat.

Chocolate had found its mission.

In 1867, Swiss chemist Henri Nestle ďŹ gured out how to make powdered milk by evaporation.

In 1879, another Swiss, Daniel Peter, incorporated this powdered milk into the production of chocolate, producing the ďŹ rst milk chocolate. In 1893, caramel maker Milton Hershey decided he would rather make chocolate.

He, or rather the company he founded, would eventually give the world 25 million kisses a day.

And who could say “No� to that?

I am indebted to e Golden Book of Chocolate for much of this information; you can check it out of the Woodstock Public Library after the librarians pry it out of my cold, dead, chocolatesmeared hands.

Welles note On July 20, 1939, Orson Welles arrived in Hollywood to discuss a two-picture contract with RKO Pictures. From this meeting would come two masterpieces, “Citizen Kaneâ€? and “ e MagniďŹ cent Ambersons.â€?

Cheryl Wormley PUBLISHER c.wormley@thewoodstockindependent.com

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Education » DISTRICT 200

District ends budget year ahead of projections Schools left with fund balance of $21.6 million, up slightly from last fiscal year

By ELIZABETH HARMON The Independent At the close of fiscal year 2012-2013, Woodstock School District 200 reported modest growth in revenue, reversing a trend of the past few years.

Across all funds, the district’s total revenue was $93,586,879, while expenditures totaled $91,489,434. e district overall fund balance stood at $21,615,303, compared to $21,442,480 last year.

Within the three main operating funds — education,

operations and maintenance and transportation — total revenue was $60,519,755, compared to last year’s revenue of $58,721,972. Expenditures within the three operating funds for 2012-2013 were $59,336,835.

Chief Financial Officer Risa Hanson reported the district operating funds ending balance was $18,447,846, the equivalent of 25.8 percent of expenditures.

To comply with state recommendations, the district needs to have the equivalent of 25 percent as cash on hand.

“We are just slightly above

that, so it’s very good news,” Hanson said.

Within the education fund, revenue increases came from local property taxes, interest, registration fees, grants and through a payment the district received to pilot a new Measures of Academic Progress test product.

General state aid was 1 percent above projections, and the district received 114 percent of what had been budgeted for categorical reimbursements.

“We had four outstanding special education claims, including two from last year, and two from this year,” Hanson said.

Education fund expenditures were slightly below projections,

the result of ongoing costcutting and concerns about reduced state funding. In fiscal year 2012-2013, the district spent $49.1 million, rather than the $49.3 million that was budgeted.

“We projected that we’d use $1.5 million of our fund balance, and we only used $200,000,” said Superintendent Ellyn Wrzeski. “It’s a reflection of everyone’s prudence and hard work.”

Within the operation and maintenance funds, revenue increases came from property taxes, interest, activity and admissions fees and student parking. Total operation and maintenance revenue was $6.3 million, while expenditures were $6.1 million. Hanson at-

tributed the decreased spending to lower-than-anticipated utility costs.

In the transportation fund, property taxes, interest, categorical reimbursement and revenue generated by the new fee-based busing option brought in a total of $4.6 million, a 17 percent increase over what had been expected. is helped to offset total expenditures of $4.1 million, which were 4 percent above what had been budgeted.

“All of our [transportation] expenditures trended up more than we’d like to see, but because of the extra revenue, we still came in with revenues over expenditures by about $500,000,” Hanson said.

COLLEGE CURRENTS

Bianchi named to dean’s list Giana Bianchi, Wonder Lake, was recently named to the Olivet Nazarene University, Bourbonnais, spring 2013 dean’s list.

Marquette lists grads The following students recently graduated from Marquette University, Milwaukee: Amanda Skowronski, Woodstock, Bachelor of Science in biochemistry and molecular biology; Kaleb Vinehout, Woodstock, Bachelor of Science in bioelectronics; and Alex Thornburg, Woodstock, Bachelor of Science in civil engineering.

Northern Illinois University announces spring dean’s list The following students were named to the Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, spring 2013 dean’s list: Alex Moy, Kevin Vesely, Morgan Ondo, Brooke Dolatowski, Michelle Finefield, Sean Clark, Brittany Baird, Jessica Concialdi, Jennifer Wegmann-Gabb, Adam Krejci, Sergio Tapia, Eric Dammann,

Ashley Whiting, Gabriela Carbajal-Sotelo and Baret Bailey, all of Woodstock; and Brianna Smith, Anthony Amettis, Jamie Cook and Samantha Green, all of Wonder Lake.

Augustana College announces spring 2013 dean’s list The following students were named to the Augustana College, Rock Island, spring 2013 dean’s list: Megan Ashton and Stephanie Jones, Wonder Lake; and Rebecca Andersen, Megan Cocker, Catherine Cross, Julia Frisbie, Stephanie Lorr, James Trainor and Julia Young, Woodstock.

Columbia of Missouri announces recent graduates Steve and Kristina Hermansson, a married couple from Woodstock, recently graduated from Columbia College of Missouri-Crystal Lake, with degrees in business administration and teaching, respectively.

Iowa State posts spring 2013 dean’s list

cently named to the University of Dubuque, Dubuque, Iowa, spring 2013 dean’s list.

The following students were named to the Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, spring 2013 dean’s list: Hannah Huff, Andrew Hughes, Bria Nelson, Krystal Sankey and Alyssa Zaino, all of Woodstock.

Ring named to Bowling Green dean’s list

Huffman named to dean’s list Anna Huffman, Woodstock, was recently named to the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point spring 2013 dean’s list.

Finley named to La Crosse dean’s list Sig Finley, Wonder Lake, was recently named to the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse spring 2013 dean’s list.

Whiting named to dean’s list Mollie Whiting, Woodstock, was re-

Emily Ring, Woodstock, was recently named to the Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, spring 2013 dean’s list.

Stevens earns masters James Steves, Wonder Lake, recently graduated from the University of New Haven, West Haven, Conn., with a Masters Degree in forensic science.

Fierla earns bachelor’s degree Kimberly Fierla, Bull Valley, recently graduated from Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, Ohio, with a Bachelor of Musical Arts degree.

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Lions Club awards scholarships

By JAN DOVIDIO The Independent e Woodstock Lions Club awarded three scholarships to high school graduating seniors. e recipients are Anne-Marie Elsinger of Marian Central Catholic High School and Kinsey Wiekel and Samantha Reis of Woodstock North High School.

Tracey Connor serves as scholarship chairperson for the Lions Club. She said

award decisions are based on the students’ grade-point-averages, essays and activities in school and the community.

Each award is $1,000. Winners are chosen anonymously by a Lions Club committee. “ e Lions Club is pleased and excited to help local students with their education costs,” Connor said. “We look forward to meeting our recipients at a future meeting.”

Connor added, “ e Lions invites Woodstock residents to their meetings at any time to learn more about all of our service projects.”

For information, call Ron Stedman at 815-236-4759 or email uncron@stans. com.

News of recognitions and milestones can be sent to Janet Dovidio at fetjetjd@aol.com.

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July 24-30, 2013

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Mozart Festival, a classical attraction

By RHONDA MIX The Independent Since 1987, the Woodstock Mozart Festival has brought its classical music extravaganza to the city.

Anita Whalen, who has worked as festival director since 1992, said 2,000 people attended the six-day festival last year and she hopes people take advantage of the opportunity to see the festival’s array of performers this year.

Program I, July 27 and 28, will feature Donato Cabrera, resident conductor of the San Francisco Symphony and music director of the Green Bay Orchestra and New Hampshire Music Festival, and Vassily Primakov, pianist.

Program II, Aug. 3 and 4, includes Daniel Fauthier, two-time European Grammy Award- winning saxophonist, cellist Nazar Dzhuryn and performances by high school saxophone students Mike Fitzpatrick, Lakewood, and Luke Hess,

Jonathan Zoia and Grant Stec, Woodstock.

Igor Gruppman, principal conductor of the Orchestra Temple at Temple Square in Salt Lake City, will lead the orchestra two of the weekends. Violist Vesna Gruppman will join him for Program III, Aug. 10 and 11. e Gruppmans will play Mozart’s Sinfonia Concertante.

“Our hope is to continue to surpass the quality of our past performances, something that has already become an annual achievement,” said Whalen. “We have a new concert master, Kevin Case, who, together with the other members of our new Resident String Trio, will ensure this. ... e concert master is the most important position in the orchestra as the other players look to him for leadership.”

Whalen said Case, along with violist Elizabeth Hagen and principal cellist Nazar Dzhuryn, will help strengthen the orchestra and will serve as traveling ambassadors throughout the year.

WOODSTOCK MOZART FESTIVAL When: 8 p.m. Saturdays from July 27 to Aug. 10, 3 p.m. Sundays from July 28 to Aug. 11 Where: Woodstock Opera House, 121 E. Van Buren St. Website: www.mozartfest.org than that of listening from afar, and, obviously, this experience is unique.” e concerts begin at 8 p.m. Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays, July 27 and 28, and Aug. 3 and 4 and 10 and 11, at the Woodstock Opera House, 121 E. Van Buren St. Tickets range in price from $33 for single tickets to $133 for the series. Student and senior-citizen discounts are available. For tickets, schedule information and a full list of performers, call 815-338-5300 or visit www.mozartfest.org.

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Woodstock’s resident companies bring favorites to life Most of my columns feature people who have contributed to the history of the Woodstock Opera House or who give of their time and talents today to produce or perform for audiences. Some Tony of my subjects have Casalino done both; they have contributed for years Now Playing and continue to produce and perform for audiences today. is month, I am promoting two groups that have entertained Woodstock audiences for more than 40 years and have presented more than 200 productions at the Opera House.

TownSquare Players and the Woodstock Musical eatre Company, both resident companies of the Opera House, represent some of the finest community theater you can find in Illinois. Community theater companies are made up of people who love theater and performing.

Most people who work on the productions are volunteers. e only compensation they receive is the applause at the end of the show and the memories they create as they rehearse and perform. ese groups combine to present about a third of all the performances at the Opera House, and they support the facility by paying to use the stage and the staff. Right now, the groups are preparing for their first shows of the season and are offering a season ticket package to their audiences that I encourage you to purchase.

WMTC will start the season with a

Whalen said putting on the festival does not come easily.

“Engaging and compensating worldclass performers for a small venue like the Woodstock Opera House has always been a challenge,” Whalen said. “Ticket- sales income is limited because of the size of the hall, which seats only 412. As one might guess, this challenge has been magnified since the onset of the economic downturn.”

However, she said she is hopeful for this year’s turnout and encourages people to attend. “ e festival is spectacular and unlike similar events available in the U.S. Performers from Europe say the [Woodstock Mozart Festival] is like the small European festivals so prominent there … like a boutique with extraordinary performances in a hall reminiscent of Mozart’s day,” Whalen said. “ e intimate facility creates the effect of being enveloped by the music rather

production of “Shout! e Mod Musical.” It will appeal to the children of the 60s as it brings back music we grew up with. If you remember “Don’t Sleep in the Subway” and “Son of a Preacher Man,” you won’t want to miss this one.

TSP will in November with the comedy “ e Nerd” by Larry Shue. An architect helps out an old GI buddy who saved his life, only the buddy turns out to be a classic nerd!

WMTC will help usher in the holidays with its production of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” e group remounts the story of Ebenezer Scrooge and Tiny Tim to help capture the spirit of the season for you. en in the spring, TSP will present the musical “ e Wedding Singer”, where it’s 1985 and rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart is New Jersey’s favorite wedding singer.

WMTC will finish the season in April with the Broadway classic “Annie.”

Based on the comic “Little Orphan Annie,” this musical has been one of the most popular in American theater for 35 years.

TSP and WMTC once again offer season tickets with great savings for you. ey offer packages of three, four or all five shows with a savings that ranges from 17 to 28 percent over buying individual seats. If you have been a subscriber, you can order this year’s tickets now. If you’re a first-time subscriber, you can order tickets starting Monday, July 29. I urge you to support community theater and enjoy yourself five times this season!

Tony Casalino is chairman of the Woodstock Opera House Advisory Commission.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

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» MUSIC WOODSTOCK SUMMER CITY BAND CONCERT July 24, 31, 7:30 p.m.

Woodstock Square Bring lawn chairs and gather around the bandstand. An ice cream social will run concurrent to the concert. Themes are: July 24: “Islands” - Music amongst the waves July 31: “Musical Potpourri” -129th finale concert LIVE MUSIC AT EXPRESSLY LESLIE’S July 26, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Expressly Leslie Vegetarian Specialties Woodstock Square Mall 110 S. Johnson St. Free expresslyleslie.com The Kishwaukee Ramblers will perform.

WOODSTOCK FARMERS MARKET MUSIC July 27: The Beaumonts and Big Fish will perform 9 a.m. to noon July 30: Judson and Judy Brown will perform 9 a.m. to noon.

Woodstock Square Free woodstockfarmersmarket.org STAGE LEFTOVERS July 24, Aug. 21, 7: 30 p.m.

Stage Left Cafe’ 125 Van Buren St. 815-334-3555 The band will include Rich Prezioso, Joe Pesz, Brian Murphy, Laurel Palma, Pete Jonsson and Les Urban.

OPEN MIC NIGHT July 26, Aug. 2, 16, 7 p.m.

Stage Left Café 125 Van Buren St. $3 donation offsquaremusic.org Open Mic is sponsored by Off Square Music. Various artists will perform in 15-minute slots.

MOOSEHEART CHALLENGE BASH July 27, 7:30 p.m.

Woodstock Moose Lodge 406 Clay St. $10 815-338-0126 Live music from Hans & The Hormones will be featured at the celebration of the 100th anniversary of Mooseheart.

WOODSTOCK MOZART FESTIVAL PROGRAM I July 27, 8 p.m.

July 28, 3 p.m.

PROGRAM II Aug. 3, 8 p.m.

Aug. 4, 3 p.m.

PROGRAM III Aug. 10, 8 p.m.

Aug. 11, 3 p.m.

Woodstock Opera House 121 Van Buren St. $55 Conductor’s Circle, $43 A-seating, $33 B-seating 815-338-5300 Program I will feature Donato Cabrera, conductor, and Vassily Primakov on the piano.

Program II will feature Igor Gruppman, conductor, Nazar Dzhuryn on the cello and Daniel Gauthier on the saxophone.

Program III will feature Igor Gruppman as the conductor and violinist and Vesna

Gruppman on the viola.

FIRST SATURDAY MUSIC Aug. 3, 7 p.m.

Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock 225 W. Calhoun St. $3 donation 815-337-3534 Visitors can participate in the open mic night or enjoy the show. Doors will open at 6:30.

JAZZ JAM Aug. 9, 7 p.m.

Stage Left Café 125 Van Buren St. 815-338-4212 $5 donation jazzonthesquare.com John Nellson and Billy Denk will host jazz on the Square.

MICHAEL SMITH IN CONCERT Aug. 10, 8 p.m.

Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock 225 W. Calhoun St. $12 donation 815-338-5164 offsquare@gmail.com Legendary singer-songwriter Michael Smith, composer of “The Dutchman” and “Spoon River,” will perform.

» DANCE HOPE THROUGH DANCE Aug. 31, 8 p.m.

Woodstock Opera House 121 Van Buren St. $28 adult, $18 student 815-338-5300 A festival bringing together performance companies and dancers in honor of Laura Maceika. The event is a fundraiser for the Laura Twirls Suicide Awareness Foundation.

» MOVIES Previews by Jay Schulz of films currently playing at the Woodstock Theatre unless otherwise noted.

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‘TURBO’ A snail who dreams of racing acquires amazing speed through a freak accident.

“Turbo” is the directorial debut of David Soren and stars the voices of Ryan Reynolds (“Just Friends”), Paul Giamatti (“Sideways”), Ken Jeong (“The Hangover”) and Maya Rudolph (“Idiocracy”).

RATED PG, 96 MINUTES

time he is working for the Anti-Villain League to fight a new supervillain.

RATED PG, 98 MINUTES

‘R.I.P.D.’ A police officer is killed and finds himself recruited into the Rest in Peace Division, defending the world against evil spirits.

“R.I.P.D” is directed by Robert Schwentke (“Flightplan”) and stars Ryan Reynolds (“Buried”) and Jeff Bridges (“The Big Lebowski”) .

RATED PG-13, 98 MINUTES

‘THE WOLVERINE’ Wolverine travels to Japan to visit an old acquaintance and is confronted with his own demons when a conflict ensues. “The Wolverine” is directed by James Mangold (“Walk the Line”) and stars Hugh Jackman (“The Prestige”) and Famke Janssen (“GoldenEye”).

RATED PG-13, 126 MINUTES

‘RED 2’ Most of the cast from ‘Red’ reunite to track down a missing portable nuclear device.

“Red 2” is directed by Dean Parisot (“Galaxy Quest”) and stars Bruce Willis (“Die Hard”), John Malkovich (“Dangerous Liasons”), Helen Mirren (“The Queen”) and Anthony Hopkins (“Majic”).

RATED PG-13, 113 MINUTES ‘THE CONJURING’ Paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren help a family who are being terrorized by mysterious forces. “The Conjuring” is directed by James Wan (“Saw”) and stars Patrick Wilson (“Watchmen”), Vera Farmiga (“Up in the Air”), Lili Taylor (“Dogfight”).

RATED R, 112 MINUTES ‘GROWN UPS 2’ Adam Sandler (“Happy Gilmore”), Kevin James (“Paul Blart: Mall Cop”), Chris Rock (“Nurse Betty”) and David Spade (“Tommy Boy”) return in the sequel to 2010’s “Grown Ups.” RATED PG-13, 101 MINUTES ‘DESPICABLE ME 2’ Gru, the voice of Steve Carell (“Crazy, Stupid Love”), is back with his minions and this

‘THE HEAT’ Sandra Bullock (“Speed”) and Melissa McCarthy (“Bridesmaids”) team up to take down a drug lord. Hilarity ensues.

RATED R, 117 MINUTES

‘THE SMURFS 2’ Starts July 31 The Smurfs must rescue Smurfette, who has been kidnapped by Gargamel. “The Smurfs 2” is directed by Raja Gosnell (“Never Been Kissed”) and stars Neil Patrick Harris (“Starship Troopers”) and Hank Azaria (“Mystery Men”), and the voices of Katy Perry (“The Ugly Truth”), Christina Ricci (“The Addams Family”) and Jonathan Winters “It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World”).

RATED PG, 105 MINUTES ‘ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH’ Wednesday Morning Movie Series, 10 a.m., July 31 An astronaut is trapped when he responds to a distress call from a hostile alien planet. “Escape from Plant Earth” is directed by Carl Brunker and stars the voices of Brendan Fraser (“Encino Man”) and Jessica Alba (“Sin City”).

RATED PG, 89 MINUTES ‘BRAVE’ Movies at the Park 8:30 p.m., July 26, Woodstock Waterworks A young princess defies a custom and her parents and brings chaos to her kingdom.

RATED PG, 93 MINUTES

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The big secret: practice, practice, practice ink of one thing you would like to master – cold calling, sales presentations, your tennis serve, playing the guitar. e “Big Secret” to success in anything you want to master is practice, the ninth of the 10 traits of a craftsman.

You ask, “Is that it? Surely it has to be something more difficult.” No, it is that simple. e more you practice the better you become. e true craftsman values practice and practices often. Why do we practice? Growth and mastery.

When I used Rodney ‘Pags’ to teach band, I Paglialong encouraged my students to pracMinding Your tice. My students Business wanted to play what they knew and did not want to practice what they could not play. Practicing to them was to play what was comfortable and easy.

So one of my goals was to teach them how to practice. I taught them that practicing is problem solving. “ ink about something you cannot play well, isolate it, slow it down, repeat it over and over slowly then gradually get faster each time,” I said.

Recently, I had the honor of being asked to play with the Woodstock City Band. I hadn’t played in a full band concert since 2004. I had played one of the band’s pieces in college. I remembered wanting to play the timpani (kettledrums) part, so I eagerly volunteered to play it. Wow, it was harder than I thought. It was a wonderfully written and challenging part. I had to practice. At the concert, I had lots of fun playing what I had practiced.

In his wonderful book “Outliers” Malcolm Gladwell talks about the secret weapon to success — the 10,000-hour rule. “Practice is not the thing you do once you’re good. It’s the thing you do that makes you good.” He concludes, “it takes more than 10,000 hours to master something.”

When I think of the years I have been around painting and painters, I reflect on my early years of serious learning. I never had formal training or an apprenticeship. e reason I became good at painting and everything associated with painting was by doing it. e training I received was all in the field. I practiced every day. Becoming good at something doesn’t just happen naturally even when you think of someone you consider to be gifted or talented.

Nothing takes the place of practice.

So, what is the one thing you want to master? Begin practicing today.

Rodney “Pags” Paglialong is the owner of Wall-Pro Painting Services and is a member of the Woodstock Historic Preservation Commission. He also is an active member of the Painting and Decorating Contractors of America,serving as past president of the Lincoln State Council. He can be reached at rodney@wallpropainting.com.

Wisted’s partners with Piggly Wiggly Grocery store is keeping owners, changing names

By LISA KUCHARSKI The Independent e supermarket at 330 N Eastwood Drive, home of Wisted’s, is returning to its roots to become a Piggly Wiggly once again.

Susanne Marsh, Wisted’s Supermarket Inc. president, said Wisted’s was looking for a new wholesaler and decided to partner with Piggly Wiggly. e Wisted’s grocery stores in Woodstock, Marengo and Huntley will now sport the iconic pig logo and go by the name Wisted’s Piggly Wiggly.

“It’s the best of both worlds put together,” Marsh said. “We’re still going to be an independent company, but we’re going to be able to take advantage of all of the things they have to offer.”

Before becoming Eagle Food in 1971, the Wisted’s location was a Piggly Wiggly. Marsh said July 31 will be the date to become an official Piggly Wiggly partner again, after 43 years. e process to change wholesalers that began only about six weeks ago, Marsh said she is impressed with how quickly the transition is occurring.

She said Piggly Wiggly teams from the headquarters in Sheboygan, Wis., already have trained Wisted’s employees on the new registers and computer system. ey also have priced items and designed new displays. “ ey are very involved and very hands on, and they have gotten everything done in a very timely manner,” Marsh said. “We’re definitely on the fast-track for making the transition.”

Marsh said she has worked in the grocery business her whole life, starting out with her parents at their small grocery store on Main Street in Marengo. In 1990, Marsh said her family left the downtown area, now the location of the Marengo Public Library, to build a new and larger Wisted’s on Grant Highway. Looking to branch out, Marsh said they saw

Wisted’s Jan Anderson, left, learns to use the new computer system from Piggly Wiggly retail operation supervisor Kathy Jewell. INDEPENDENT PHOTO BY LISA KUCHARSKI

an opportunity to expand into Woodstock when Eagle Food Centers closed its Woodstock store. e Wisted family bought the store in 2003 and another location in Huntley in 2007.

Marsh’s father, Harold Wisted, served on the board of directors at Certified Grocers – Wisted’s wholesaler, which later became Central Grocers – for 17 years with Paul Butera, who eventually left Certified to become the owner of Piggly Wiggly Midwest. When Wisted’s began looking for a new wholesaler, Marsh said Butera came to mind, and the Wisteds decided to partner with Piggly Wiggly because it is a growing and profitable company.

Instead of the Centrella labeled food, Wisted’s will now stock its shelves with Piggly Wiggly’s private label, Food Club. Marsh said once Wisted’s starts purchasing from Piggly Wiggly, consumers can expect to see changes in pricing, product variety and store set-up. She said the store will remain open throughout the transition, will not change employment, and soon will

announce its grand opening as Piggly Wiggly.

Donna Douglas has been employed at the grocery store’s location for 41 years, through two name changes - Eagle to Wisted’s and Wisted’s to Wisted’s Piggly Wiggly. Now the front office manager, Douglas said she started out as a part-time cashier her sophomore year in high school. As a lifelong Woodstock resident and involved member of the community, Douglas said she has seen several generations of customers in her time at the grocery store.

“I kind of fell into it,” Douglas said.

“I love retail, and I enjoy talking to the people and watching the families grow up.”

A veteran of change, Douglas said the newest transition to Piggly Wiggly has been going smoothly and customers are already looking forward to shopping.

“I had somebody call today and ask if they could start using their Pig Points card here, so I know they’re looking forward to that.”

REAL ESTATE TRANSACTIONS Filed in the McHenry County Recorder’s Office July 4 to 9: Q Residence at 910 Irving Ave., Woodstock, was sold by Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, to Alex Wimmer, Woodstock, for $71,500.

Q Residence at 9709 Creekside Drive, Wonder Lake, was sold by Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, to Brett Brendel, Woodstock, for $140,000.

Q Residence at 1826 Quail Court, Woodstock, for Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, to Gricelda and Jesus Ayala, Woodstock, for $145,000.

Q Residence at 756 N. Sharon Drive, Woodstock, was sold by Garry and Judy Blodgett, Crivitz, Wis., to Mark and Charlene Shephard, Woodstock, for $197,000.

Q Residence at 6206 Giant Oaks Road, Wonder Lake, was sold by Michael and Maureen Olson, Wonder Lake, to Jerry and Mary Dotseth, Wonder Lake, for $195,000.

Q Residence at 1808 Butterfield Road, Woodstock, was sold by Centex Home, Schaumburg, to Michael Mayers

and Alexandria Ludwig, Woodstock, for $185,305.

Q Residence at 340 S. Madison St., Woodstock, was sold by Kristen Foley, Geneva, to Wendy Barker, Woodstock, for $235,000.

Q Residence at 425 Becking Ave., Woodstock, was sold by Randall Johnson, Woodstock, to Sheryl Senft, Woodstock, for $100,000.

Q Residence at 9415 Creekside Drive, Wonder Lake, was sold by Jennifer Greeley, Kenosha, Wis., to Bradley and Jessica Schmuhl, Ingleside, for $137,000.

Q Residence at 1109 Amber Court, Woodstock, was sold by Citifinancial Inc., O’Fallon, Mo., to Tammy and Timothy Sullivan, Woodstock, for $160,000.

Q Residence at 1016 Harrow Gate Drive, Woodstock, was sold by David and Susan Zirin, Woodstock, to M & J Real Estate LLC, Woodstock, for $284,900.

Q Residence at 1560 Ginny Lane, Woodstock, was sold by The Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, Atlanta, to Maria Diaz, Woodstock, for $117,000.

Q Residence at 9017 Acorn Path, Wonder Lake, was sold by Rachel and Brandon Bukovsky, McHenry, to NLP Inc., Wonder Lake, for $45,000.

Q Residence at 3112 Shenandoah Lane, Woodstock, was sold by Wells Fargo Bank, Burr Ridge, to Susan Tiedt, Woodstock, for $75,200.

Q Residence at 8516 Richmond Road, Wonder Lake, was sold by Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, Burr Ridge, to Alfredo Balmaseda and Suzanne Lakas, Wonder Lake, for $87,000.

Q Residence at 354 Lincoln Ave., Woodstock, was sold by Federal National Mortgage Association, Dallas, to Emily Triffler and Colin Hall, Woodstock, for $71,000.

Q Residence at 10817 Charles Road, Woodstock, was sold by Kenneth and Patricia Vojta, Mancas, Colo., to Chad Kuypers and Karen Lucier, Woodstock, for $265,000.

Q Residence at 1080 Castleshire Drive, Woodstock, was sold by Wells Fargo Bank, West Palm Beach, Fla., to Victoria Hastings, Spring Grove, for $75,819.

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Community Art, nature on show at Gallery in the Garden

By RHONDA MIX The Independent People who love art and nature will have the opportunity to enjoy the best of both worlds at the eighth annual Gallery in the Garden art show and music event Saturday and Sunday, July 27 and 28. e event was created as the result of a discussion between Woodstock resident Deb Glaubke, her son Rob, and her partner, Gale Harris.

“Gale was taking a pottery class at MCC, [and] I said what a shame it was that everyone took their work home, only to be admired by the family, and that we should host something like a garden party to showcase their work,” Glaubke said. “[I thought] we could invite our friends, set up the artwork in the backyard and serve iced tea.

My son said, ‘Why think small? Let’s have an art show.’ So it began.” e show will feature artwork for sale and music from artists throughout McHenry County. Twenty percent of artists’ profits will benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children. Last year’s event brought in just under 1,600 visitors and $5,925 was donated to the charity.

Fifty-five artists will be featured this year. Musicians will include

IN BRIEF

Moose Lodge to hold benefit for Mooseheart The Woodstock Moose Lodge will host a dance and fundraiser at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 7, at the Woodstock Moose Lodge, 406 Clay St., to benefit Mooseheart Child City and School. Music by Hans & The Hormones, as well as a cash and bicycle raffle, will be featured.

Tickets are $10. Proceeds will benefit Mooseheart.

For information, call 815-338-0126.

Bird tests positive for West Nile Virus The McHenry County Department of Health Department recently reported a robin in Crystal Lake has tested positive for West Nile Virus. As of July 16, five positive mosquito batches have been reported in McHenry County, but no human cases have been reported so far this year.

Illness from West Nile Virus is usually mild and includes fever, headache and body aches, but serious illnesses such as encephalitis and meningitis, and death, are possible. People age 50 and older have the highest risk of complications.

The best way to prevent contracting West Nile is to reduce the number of mosquito breeding sites around the home and to take personal precautions.

For information, call 815-334-4585 or visit www.mcdh.info.

the Kishwaukee Ramblers, Cassan- or cookie from one of our Woodstock dra Vohs-Demann, Ken Johnson, Tim vendors,” she said. “ is year, we’ve exMerkel and Mery Collins. Food also will panded our show to include our neighbe available and vendors will include bor’s yard, so that we also have a large Porkie’s BBQ and open space for Jaci’s Cookies. who have “My son said, ‘Why think artists “What began tents.” modestly as a One artist parsmall? Let’s have an art one-day event ticipating in the show.’ So it began.” eight years ago event for the quickly grew to seventh year is — Deb Glaubke, a weekend,” said Marengo resiGallery in the Garden organizer Glaubke. dent Kim Brix, Glaubke said visitors enter the gar- owner of Glassworks by Kim. den and immediately see artists “tucked “It’s a juried show filled with very away among flower beds” and various talented artists,” Brix said. “Besides gardens. glasswork, there are potters, painters, “ roughout the garden, they will be photographers, jewelry makers, metal able to enjoy live music from the yoga workers and more.” sound stage or take the time to sit at Glauke said the show is unique in a bistro table and enjoy a sandwich that there is not another of its kind held

GALLERY IN THE GARDEN When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, July 27 and 28 Where: 600 Lawndale Ave. Website: www.galleryinthegarden.org in a private garden. “ e experience often surprises firsttime visitors, who frequently comment that it is so peaceful here,” Glaubke said. “I think that this reaction comes from being in an intimate environment, where color and shape are combined with beautiful sound.”

Gallery in the Garden will take place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, July 27 and 28, at 600 Lawndale Ave., Woodstock. For information, visit www.galleryinthegarden.org.

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At the half-way point I took over as the director of the Woodstock Public Library on Jan. 14 of this year. Just over six months ago.

Some days it feels like I’ve been here for far longer than that — in a good way, mind you. I feel very comfortable already and happy with my decision to join the WPL. Other days, it feels like I’ve been here far longer. is is also in a good way, however, because I feel like a lot of progress has been made.

So, looking back and taking stock — how has the first half-year of my tenure at Woodstock gone? Well, upon arrival, one of my main goals for the year was

to familiarize myself with the staff, the library’s daily work flow and procedures, the city and the patrons.

Over the preceding six months, I have become quite comfortable with the terrific staff at the library and the ebbs and flows of daily, weekly and monthly work. Several things have been tweaked. We filled the

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vacant children’s librarian position, and some “we’ve always done it that way” approaches have been changed.

Cooperation and communication with the city is improved as is the library’s relationship with Woodstock School District 200. Plus, I’ve met many of our patrons and citizens at the library and various events.

Another of my goals was to review the library’s plans for the future and update and adjust them as needed. is has proven a timely effort as the existing three-year plan expired at the end of 2012, so the plan that is currently in development will become effective immediately. e new plan will focus on our core services and how to maintain and improve them. It also will look at ways of exploring and adding new and innovative services and programs to the library’s offerings. Additionally, we’ll be moving some of our materials and services in the coming months to bet-

ter utilize our space and to make our materials easier to access.

Additionally, the staff and I are working on some new programs, services and technologies for all of our library users. Already we have added a scan/fax/print station and are expanding our e-book offerings.

Games for the major video game consoles will be available soon, and some exciting new programs will be offered later this year, including an antiques appraisal event and an expanded Veterans Day program.

All in all — it has been a busy sixmonths but a fruitful and enjoyable time with plenty more to come and much remaining to complete. If there are things you’d like to see at the library or changes you’d like us to consider, please let us know. See you at the library.

Nick Weber is director of the Woodstock Public Library.

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Former WHS student graduates from basic training Jacob Seibel, Woodstock, recently graduated from basic Air Force training at Joint Base San Antonio – Lackland.

He completed an eight-week program which included military discipline and studJacob ies, Air Force core Seibel values, physical fitness and basic warfare principles and skills. Seibel graduated from Woodstock High School in 2011 and is the son of Richard and Susan Seibel, Woodstock.

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Macho ado about nothing I have a confession to make. For those who know me, and even for those who only know me from reading this monthly column or from seeing me on stage or singing at Grace Lutheran, this may prove to be an amazing fact but (gulp) I’m not a macho man. (I’m also not a nacho fan, but that’s a story for another day.)

“I’m not trying to be macho, I promise you.” – Daniel Craig, most recent “James Bond” on film Macho & Paul?? e disbelief I see on your face right now is priceless. How could someone like me – a red-headed, 53-year-old (but looks younger if you look through coke-bottle glasses) theater lover; avid reader; trivia buff; movie fan whose last three films were “Iron Man 3,” “Man of Steel,” and “Star Trek Into Darkness” – be anything but macho?

And yet, as I type these words, I’m listening to the type of music I love the most. Music that my wife and I have enjoyed since we began listening to WLOQFM in Orlando more than 20 years ago.

Music that has drawn us to many a concert or weekend festival.

Dare I admit it? I love smooth jazz.

“My sound is very smooth. Not to be too cliché, but really sensual and sultry.” – Paul Taylor, smooth jazz saxophonist

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A-Musing Paul Taylor. Richard Elliot. Euge Groove.

Mindi Abair. Dave Koz. Cindy Bradley.

Craig Chaquico. e Rippingtons. David Benoit. Peter White. ese names may sound alien to you, but trust me, they’re not from another planet. I just think their music is out of this world. Yes, when WNUA-FM in Chicago stopped its smooth jazz format four years ago, I went through withdrawal. I had to rely more on my iPod Nano, cable TV music channels and satellite radio (“Watercolors” on SiriusXM) to get my fix. en several months ago, long-time WNUA radio personality Rick O’Dell filled the local

– and global – void with his new website, www.smoothjazzchicago.net, and all was right with the world.

As if my love of smooth jazz didn’t do enough to put me at the opposite end of the spectrum of macho, I also: Pet, play with, talk to, nuzzle with, and even sing to (“What’s New, Pussycat?” is a favorite) our calico cat, Cali.

Don’t think twice about washing the dinner dishes, taking my wife shopping or throwing a load of laundry in the washer.

Take part in potentially humiliating contests (“Find the Pickle” at Picklepalooza being the latest, a competition in which I was the first adult to find – with my face, not my hands – a pickle slice at the bottom of a plate of whipped cream).

Consider a day incomplete if I don’t test my trivia or word knowledge on Facebook and/or through a Jumble, crossword or Sudoku.

Find puns irresistible (a day without wordplay is like a day without “punshine”).

Definer things What does it mean to be macho anyway? One of the top definitions at

dictionary.com is “having a strong or exaggerated sense of power or the right to dominate.” I’m outgoing, yes, but I don’t need to always be the most powerful, dominating force in the room. I’d rather smell a ComEd substation if I need some “scents of power.” “ e three actors I admire the most are all dead. Humphrey Bogart, Spencer Tracy and the French actor Jean Gabin. ey’re all very natural, sort of masculine without being overly macho.” – Michael Caine A final thought Zsa Zsa Gabor once said, “Macho does not prove mucho.” Smooth, Zsa Zsa. Even with my musical tastes, there’s no need to jazz that up.

Paul Lockwood is the vice president of the Woodstock Public Library Board of Trustees, a frequent community theater actor, an active member of Grace Lutheran Church, and the immediate past president of TownSquare Players. He works in Chicago as RFP Manager for The Vitality Group. He and his wife Diane have lived in Woodstock since 2001.

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A panoramic view from the top of the water tower on Hill Street includes Calvary and Oakland Cemeteries and Olson Elementary School. INDEPENDENT PHOTO BY KEN FARVER

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FLASHBACKS 25 years ago Q Brian Sager of the University of Illinois Extension Service reported the organization had received a ood of calls from horse owners in immediate need of hay due to drought conditions.

Q Eight-year-old Woodstock resident Kenny Schroeder was one of two people to ďŹ nd a penny worth $250 in Rockford Speedway’s 10,000-Penny Gold Rush.

Q Chubby Checker was set to perform at the McHenry County Fair.

20 years ago Q Dr. Jocelyn Booth was named principal of Woodstock High School.

Q Elmer and Leova (Mickey) Schaefer of Woodstock celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.

Q The McHenry County Fair Association dedicated a new 3,000-seat covered grandstand which cost $400,000.

Q The Woodstock Dolphins ďŹ nished second out of nine teams in the 80th annual Woodstock Relays.

15 years ago Q The WHS Madrigals recorded its 1998 Christmas album at St. Peter’s Ca-

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RELIGION NOTES thedral Church, Rockford.

Q The 12th season of the Woodstock Mozart Festival was set to begin.

Q Former WHS football players Craig Kastning and Brent Lahmen played in the 24th annual Illinois All-Star football game at Peoria Stadium.

10 years ago Q The Woodstock City Council passed an ordinance authorizing the sale of the former Die Cast plant’s property near Clay and Church streets.

Q McHenry County Public Action to Deliver Shelter opened a 4,800-square-foot transitional living center on Kishwaukee Valley Road.

Q Wonder Lake resident Deb Martin worked on a Habitat for Humanity International Jimmy Carter Work Project with the former president and his wife, Rosalyn, in Anniston, Ala. Q Former Woodstock resident Michael Butler competed in the Iron Man, USA National Triathlon Championship in Lake Placid, N.Y. 5 years ago Q Katie Klein sang “Fancy� by Bobbie Gentry and won the Teen Idol competition

at Super Starz Lounge.

Q Woodstock resident Lisa Kelly was installed as president of Rotary Club of Woodstock.

Q Larry Dale Field at WHS underwent several renovations including a resurfacing of the track, installation of additional bleachers and new lights.

1 year ago Q The city of Woodstock released an estimate showing nearly $4.5 million in longterm costs associated with the restoration of the Old Courthouse Building.

Q Woodstock resident Anna Madura, 11, took part in the video “I am the Music� created by the Girl Scouts of Northern Illinois to combat bullying.

Q The owners of Woodstock Classic Cinemas requested the city allocate about $396,000 to purchase and take ownership of the pedestrian walkway created by the expansion of the theater.

Q The Woodstock Independent chronicled WHS track and cross-country coach Matt McCulley, who had recently competed in the 24-Hour Endurance Run in Cleveland where he ran 83.77 miles in 15.5 hours.

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24 | WEDNESDAY SOCIAL SKILLS AND SELFESTEEM SUPPORT GROUP Recovery Outreach Center 101 Jefferson St. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

815-338-3590 The monthly free group meetings will be ongoing and no reservations are needed.

STAGE LEFTOVERS Stage Left Café 125 Van Buren St. 7:30 p.m.

815-334-3555 See The Entertainer, page 11.

VILLAGE OF BULL VALLEY BOARD OF TRUSTEES The Stickney House 1904 Cherry Valley Road 7.p.m.

25 | THURSDAY SIDEWALK SALES Woodstock Square 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SUMMER BIKE NIGHT Woodstock Harley-Davidson 2050 S. Eastwood Drive 5 to 9 p.m. woodstockharley-dav.com Bike Nights will feature live music, food and drinks and a chance to socialize and swap stories from the road.

VETERANS BENEFITS SEMINAR Valley Hi Nursing & Rehabilitation 2406 Hartland Road 6 p.m.

815-334-2817 Michael Iwanicki, Superintendent with Veterans Assistance Commission of McHenry County, will present an Aid & Attendance and disability compensation seminar.

26 | FRIDAY SIDEWALK SALES Woodstock Square 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

WOODSTOCK STADIUM MOTOCROSS SERIES McHenry County Fairgrounds 11900 Country Club Road Gates open at 3 p.m., races start at 6 p.m. $10 spectator admission 815-337-3511 Various classes and levels of racers will compete on a full motocross course at the fairgrounds.This race is the third in a series of six held in Woodstock.

OPEN MIC NIGHT Stage Left Café 125 Van Buren St. 7 p.m. $3 donation 815-338-5164 offsquaremusic.org See The Entertainer, page 11.

MOVIES IN THE PARK Woodstock Water Works Emricson Park, near WaterWorks Free 8:30 p.m., darkness permitting

The Disney movie “Brave” will be featured. See The Entertainer, page 11.

27 | SATURDAY SIDEWALK SALES Woodstock Square 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

COUNTRY RUMBLE PARTY Woodstock Harley-Davidson 2050 S. Eastwood Dr. 9 a.m.

815-310-3616 woodstockharleydav.reaclocal.net Live music, beer and barbecue will be featured.

SCHOOL GARDEN VOLUNTEER DAY Woodstock North High School 3000 Raffel Road 9 a.m. to noon 815-334-5700 Volunteers will meet at the back of the school where gardening tools will be provided. Helpers are asked to bring a drink and snack and donations are appreciated.

GALLERY IN THE GARDEN 600 Lawndale Ave. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

815-703-6273 The eighth annual art show will benefit Court Appointed Special Advocates.

HABITAT RESTORATION Boger Bog 2399 S. Cherry Valley Road 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

815-455-1537 Individuals, students, small groups and families with children older than age 6 can participate in restoring native habitat at the conservation area.

BAGS TOURNAMENT Ortmann’s Red Iron Tavern 101 E. Church St. 1 p.m. $15 per person 815-338-7334 Cash prizes will be awarded and burgers, brats and hotdogs will be served on the outside grill during the competition.

BASKETBALL IN THE PARK Emricson Park 9 a.m. to noon (morning session) 1 to 4 p.m. (afternoon session) 815-814-0020 basketballinthepark.com The event will include 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 tournaments, free-throw and knock-out contests and more. All proceeds will go to Give Kids the World Village. Rain date is July 28.

AUTHOR TODD TARBOX Read Between the Lynes 129 Van Buren St. 2 p.m.

815-206-5967 The author of “Orson Welles and Roger Hill: A friendship in Three Acts” will appear at the bookstore.

DUCK RACE AND POOL PARTY Woodstock WaterWorks Emricson Park 4 to 7 p.m.

224-770-2417 journeycare.org/duckrace The 20th annual event will benefit JourneyCare (formerly Hospice & Pal-

liative Care of Northeast Illinois) and include free swimming, children’s activities and a disc jockey. Chances on ducks and will be sold and prizes will be awarded.

MOOSEHEART CHALLENGE BASH Woodstock Moose Lodge 406 Clay St. 7:30 p.m. $10 815-338-0126 See The Entertainer, page 11.

WOODSTOCK MOZART FESTIVAL — PROGRAM I Woodstock Opera House 121 Van Buren St. 8 p.m. $55 Conductor’s Circle, $43 A-seating, $33 B-seating 815-338-5300 See The Entertainer, page 11.

28 | SUNDAY PET BLESSING SERVICE Unity Spiritual Center 225 W. Calhoun St. 10 a.m.

815-337-3534 unitywoodstock.org Everyone is welcome to bring their pets, including cats, dogs, birds, snakes, hamsters, rabbits, etc. to this fun and moving service honoring animal companions.

WOODSTOCK MOZART FESTIVAL — PROGRAM I Woodstock Opera House 121 Van Buren St. 3 p.m. $55 Conductor’s Circle, $43 A-seating, $33 B-seating 815-338-5300 See The Entertainer, page 11.

29 | MONDAY MEN’S BOOK CLUB Read Between The Lynes 129 Van Buren St. 7 p.m.

815-206-5967 The group will discuss “Behind the Beautiful Forevers” by Katherine Boo.

30 | TUESDAY THE HONEYBEE AND WHAT IT MEANS TO ME Brookdale Conservation Area 18410 US Highway 14 Paulsen Road Shelter 6:30 pm.

MCCDistrict.org Learn bee appreciation from an experienced beekeeper. The free program is for ages 8 and older, and preregistration is necessary.

31 | WEDNESDAY MCHENRY COUNTY FAIR McHenry County Fairgrounds 11900 Country Club Road 8 a.m. $7 adults, $3 senior citizens, children age 8-12 815-338-5315 NORTHWEST HEALTHCARE GOLF CLINIC Northwest Healthcare Center 800 E. South St.

7 p.m.

815-337-7109 info@nwhealthcarecenter.com The clinic will review proper stretching to avoid injury, swing analysis and a demonstration of Kinesio Textaping. Call for reservations.

1 | THURSDAY MCHENRY COUNTY FAIR McHenry County Fairgrounds 11900 Country Club Road 8 a.m. $7 adults, $3 senior citizens, children age 8-12 815-338-5315 WOODSTOCK SENIOR CLUBS Hearthstone Communities 840 N. Seminary Ave. 815-344-3555 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $2.50 for lunch The activities will include tai chi, coffee klatch, cooking demonstration, trivia, bingo and card games. Registration required.

JAIL BRAKERS Unity Spiritual Center of Woodstock 225 W. Calhoun St. 6:30 p.m.

224-422-7431 jailbrakers@gmail.com Jail Brakers is a support group that provides a safe place for children and families to express their emotional reaction to separation from a family member who has been incarcerated.

YOUR MONEY AFTER DIVORCE Woodstock Public Library 414 W. Judd St. 7 to 8:45 p.m.

815-338-0542 The free seminar covers topics important for divorcing and divorced people including child support, maintenance and property taxes.

2 | FRIDAY MCHENRY COUNTY FAIR McHenry County Fairgrounds 11900 Country Club Road 8 a.m. $7 adults, $3 senior citizens, children age 8-12 815-338-5315 WOODSTOCK STADIUM MOTOCROSS SERIES McHenry County Fairgrounds 11900 Country Club Road Gates open at 3 p.m., races start at 6 p.m.

815-337-3511 $10 spectator admission Various of classes and levels of racers will compete on a full motocross course at the fairgrounds.This race is the second in a series of six races held in Woodstock.

ONGOING

July 24 to Aug. 2 See The Entertainer, page 11.

COFFEE AT THE CAFÉ FOR SENIORS Tuesdays Stage Left Café 125 Van Buren St. 1 to 3 p.m.

Senior citizens are invited to drop in for coffee.

DIVORCECARE Tuesdays Woodstock Assembly of God 1201 Dean St. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

815-338-1316 divorcecare.org The weekly support group and seminar will be conducted by people who understand the pain of separation or divorce.

WEDNESDAYS AT HEARTHSTONE Hearthstone Communities 840 N. Seminary Ave. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. $5 for lunch 815-338-2110 hearthstonewoodstock.org Senior citizens are invited to drop in for activities beginning at 9 a.m. with coffee or an exercise class.

WOODSTOCK SUMMER CITY BAND CONCERT Wednesdays Woodstock Square 7:30 p.m.

See The Entertainer, page 11.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL During the Woodstock City Band concert. See above.

BINGO Wednesdays Woodstock Moose Lodge 406 Clay St. 7 to 9:30 pm.

815-338-0126 Games will include crossfire. Food will be available. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.

SOBER MOMS AA MEETING Thursdays Blue Lotus Temple 221 Dean St. 10 a.m.

847-809-1104 Moms with a desire to stop drinking are invited to meet with the group.

LIVE MUSIC AT EXPRESSLY LESLIE’S Fridays Woodstock Square Mall 110 S. Johnson St. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

See The Entertainer, page 11.

OPEN GRILL NIGHT Fridays Redeemer Lutheran Church 1320 Dean St. 6 p.m.

815-338-9370 rlcw.org The church provides the grill, and the community is invited to bring whatever you want to eat and drink and maybe something to share.

WOODSTOCK FARMERS MARKET Tuesdays and Saturdays Woodstock Square BEST BET 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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July 24-30, 2013

ILLINOIS WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. SUCCESSOR

BY MERGER TO WELLS FARGO BANK SOUTHWEST, N.A. FKA WACHOVIA MORTGAGE, FSB FKA WORLD SAVINGS BANK, FSB PLAINTIFF VS ROBERT DEAN HAHN A/K/A ROBERT D. HAHN A/K/A DEAN HAHN; CITY OF WOODSTOCK; WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. S/I/I TO WACHOVIA MORTGAGE, FSB; FIRSTMERIT BANK, N.A. S/I/I TO MIDWEST BANK AND TRUST COMPANY; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; DEFENDANTS 11 CH 129 1604 POPLAR LANE WOODSTOCK, IL 60098 NOTICE BY PUBLICATION NOTICE IS GIVEN YOU, ROBERT DEAN HAHN A/K/A ROBERT D. HAHN A/K/A DEAN HAHN; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS ; defendants, that this case has been commenced in this Court against you and other defendants, asking for the foreclosure of a certain Mortgage conveying the premises described as follows, to wit:THE NORTH HALF OF LOT 3 IN EDGEWOOD SUBDIVISION PHASE I, BEING A SUBDIVISION OF PART OF SECTION 32, TOWNSHIP 45 NORTH, RANGE 7 EAST OF THE THIRD PRINCIPAL MERIDIAN,ACCORDING TO THE PLAT THEREOF RECORDED NOVEMBER 22, 1988, AS DOCUMENT NO. 88R037689 IN THE CITY OF WOODSTOCK, MCHENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS. Commonly known as: 1604 POPLAR LANE WOODSTOCK, IL 60098 and which said Mortgage was made by, ROBERT DEAN HAHN A/K/A ROBERT D. HAHN A/K/A DEAN HAHN; Mortgagor (s), to WACHOVIA MORTGAGE, FSB 0RUWJDJHH DQG UHFRUGHG LQ WKH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH RI WKH Recorder of Deeds of McHENRY County, Illinois, as Document No. 08R0009844; and for other relief.

81/(66 <28 Ă&#x20AC;OH \RXU DQVZHU RU RWKHUZLVH Ă&#x20AC;OH \RXU DSSHDUDQFH LQ WKLV FDVH LQ WKH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH of the Clerk of this County, Katherine M. Keefe Clerk of the Court 2200 North Seminary Woodstock, Illinois 60098 on or before August 23, 2013, A JUDGMENT OR DECREE BY DEFAULT MAY BE TAKEN AGAINST YOU FOR THE RELIEF ASKED IN THE COMPLAINT.PIERCE & ASSOCIATES

PUBLIC NOTICES

THE WOODSTOCK INDEPENDENT Attorneys for Plaintiff Thirteenth Floor 1 North Dearborn Chicago, Illinois 60602 Tel. (312) 346-9088 Fax (312) 346-1557 PA 1120147 I549551 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8711

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY- SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA Plaintiff, -v.LAURA L. BROKAW Defendants 13 CH 239 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 29, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on September 3, 2013, at the NLT Title L.L.C, 390 Congress Parkway, Suite D, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Lot 17 and the West 7.79 feet of Lot 16 in Edgewood Subdivision Phase 2, being a Subdivision of part of the Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of the Southeast Quarter of Section 32, Township 45 North, Range 7 East of the Third Principal Meridian, according to the Plat thereof recorded June 12, 1989 as Document No. 89R18133, EXCEPTING therefrom that part described as follows: beginning at the Southwest corner of said Lot 17; thence Northwesterly 49.72 feet along the West line thereof, being a curve to the left, having a radius of 222.00 feet chord length of 49.62 feet and bears North 06 degrees 46 minutes 49 seconds West; thence North 87 degrees 10 minutes 18 seconds East, 102.61 feet to the East line of the West 7.79 feet of said Lot 16; thence South 00 degrees 20 minutes 19 seconds East along said East line, 54.76 feet to the South line of said Lot 16; thence North 89 degrees 45 minutes 00 seconds West along said South line and the South line of said Lot 17, a distance of 96.95 feet to the place of beginning, in McHenry County, Illinois.

Commonly known as 1644 POPLAR LANE, Woodstock, IL 60098 Property Index No. 08-32-428-033. The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $151,854.17. Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate

at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser QRW WR H[FHHG VKDOO EH SDLG LQ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale.

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HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Case Number: 13 CH 239 TJSC#: 33-13129 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are DGYLVHG WKDW 3ODLQWLII¡V DWWRUQH\ LV GHHPHG WR be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for

that purpose.

I539437 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8712

PUBLIC NOTICE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE 22nd JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, MCHENRY COUNTY-WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS BMO Harris Bank, NA, Plaintiff, vs.

Ruby R. Stanger, et al.

Defendants, 13CH 597.

Notice to Heirs and Legatees. Notice is hereby given to you, the Unknown Heirs and Unknown Legatees of the decedent(s), Ruby R. Stanger, that on June 19, 2013, an order was entered by the Court, naming William P. Butcher, 2044 Ridge Road, Homewood, Illinois 60430, Tel. No. (708) 799-0600, as the Special Representative of the above named decedent(s) under 735 ILCS 13-1209 (Death of a Party). The cause of action for the Foreclosure of a certain Mortgage upon the premises commonly known as: 506 Stewart Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098.

I549845 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8713

PUBLIC NOTICE STATE OF ILLINOIS IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22nd JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MCHENRY COUNTY In the matter of the petition of Case No. 13MR280 YAREL CASTANEDA for change of name NOTICE OF PUBLICATION 3XEOLF 1RWLFH LV KHUHE\ JLYHQ WKDW , KDYH Ă&#x20AC;OOHG a Petition for Change of Name and scheduled a hearing on my Petition on July 18, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. in the Circuit Court of the TwentySecond Judicial Circuit, McHenry County, Illinois praying for the change of hame from Yarel Castaneda to that of Yarel Esquivel Mercado pursuant to the Illinois Compiled Statutes on Changes of Names.

Dated at Woodstock, IL, July 18, 2013. /s/ Yarel Castaneda (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8714

PUBLIC NOTICE

ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on JULY D FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWH ZDV Ă&#x20AC;OHG LQ WKH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH of the County Clerk of McHenry County, Illinois, setting forth the names and postRIĂ&#x20AC;FH DGGUHVVHV RI DOO RI WKH SHUVRQV RZQLQJ conducting and transacting the business known as SOARING ART located at 6810 Waterford Drive, McHenry, IL 60050, Dated July 18, 2013 /s/ Katherine C. Schultz (County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8715

PUBLIC NOTICE The Township of Hartland has passed an Ordinance establishing prevailing wage rates for construction to be the same as those in McHenry County as determined by the Illinois Department of Labor. Anyone wishing to inspect the Ordinance may do so at 15813 Nelson Rd., Woodstock, IL by appointment.

Call 815-338-5526 or 815-338-1432. /s/Laurel Ksepka Hartland Township Clerk (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8716

PUBLIC NOTICE ASSUMED NAME Public Notice is hereby given that on JULY D FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWH ZDV Ă&#x20AC;OHG LQ WKH 2IĂ&#x20AC;FH of the County Clerk of McHenry County, Illinois, setting forth the names and postRIĂ&#x20AC;FH DGGUHVVHV RI DOO RI WKH SHUVRQV RZQLQJ conducting and transacting the business known as DB OFFICE/WAREHOUSE SOLUTIONS located at 1025 Fox Run Lane, Algonquin, IL 60102, Dated July 19, 2013 /s/ Katherine C. Schultz (County Clerk) (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8717

PUBLIC NOTICE Jim Olson Collision will take possessions of the following vehicle by mechanics lien if it is not claimed by August 22, 2013.

Last known owner: JOHN S. ROBINSON JR. Last known address: 298 N. Elmwood Ln. Palatine, IL 60067 2000 Ford Mustang GT VIN:1FAFP42X1YF2431588 Amount owed is $17,589.00 for towing repairs and unpaid storage.

Jim Olson Collision 341 Lake Ave. Woodstock, IL 60098 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8718

REAL ESTATE NOTICES IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MCHENRY COUNTY - WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS Bank of America, N.A. Plaintiff, Vs. Mark S. Rehorst; et. al.

Defendants, 12 CH 1335 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on SEPTEMBER 17, 2012 LENDER SALES OF ILLINOIS LLC will on AUGUST 5, 2013, at the hour of 10:30 A.M., or soon thereafter, at the front doors of the McHenry County Courthouse located at 2200 N. Seminary, Woodstock, IL 60098, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: The common address of said real estate is: 506 Hickory Road, Woodstock, IL 60098 PIN: 08-32-427-001 Description of premises: RESIDENTIAL 6DOH 7HUPV GRZQ E\ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG IXQGV at the close of the auction: The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed LQ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG IXQGV LV GXH ZLWKLQ WZHQW\ 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&#x20AC;&#x153;as isâ&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is further subject to FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the SXUFKDVHU VKDOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWH RI 6DOH which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed to WKH UHDO HVWDWH DIWHU FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the 0RUWJDJRU WKH 0RUWJDJHH RU WKH 0RUWJDJHH¡V attorney.â&#x20AC;?

If the property is a condominium, the purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessments and legal fees due under The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If the property is located in a common interest community, purchasers other than mortgagees will be required to pay any assessment and legal fees due under the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

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15 W. 030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, Illinois 60527 Attorney Number 0468002, (630) 794 - 5300, File No: 14-12-13989 I547550 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 10, 2013, July 17, 2013, July 24, 2013) L8692 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY- SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION Plaintiff, -v.RANDALL C. JOHNSON, MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. Defendant 12CH 1370 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on January 29, 2013, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on August 30, 2013, at the NLT Title L.L.C, 390 Congress Parkway, Suite D, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 425 BECKING AVENUE, Woodstock, IL 60098 Property Index No. 13-06-426-015. The real estate is improved with a one story single family residence. The judgment amount was $156,931.23. Sale terms: 25% down of the KLJKHVW ELG E\ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG IXQGV DW WKH FORVH of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed $300, in FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG IXQGV RU ZLUH WUDQVIHU LV GXH ZLWKLQ twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? condition.

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RQO\ 3OHDVH UHIHU WR Ă&#x20AC;OH QXPEHU 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. FISHER AND SHAPIRO, LLC 2121 WAUKEGAN RD., SUITE 301 Bannockburn, IL 60015 (847) 498-9990 Attorney File No. 12-059187 Case Number: 12 CH 1370 TJSC#: 33-14764 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are DGYLVHG WKDW 3ODLQWLII¡V DWWRUQH\ LV GHHPHG to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I546385 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 17, 2013, July 24, 2013) L8697 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE 22ND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, WOODSTOCK, ILLINOIS BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.; Plaintiff, vs.

PHILLIP A. CATALANO; MONICA M. CATALANO; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON RECORD CLAIMANTS; Defendants, 12 CH 2042 PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause on April 25, 2013, Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Thursday, August 29,

DW WKH KRXU RI D P LQ WKH RIĂ&#x20AC;FHV RI Botto Gilbert Gehris Lancaster, 970 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, Illinois 60014, sell to the highest bidder for cash, the following described property: P.I.N. 19-33-102-022.

Commonly known as 1405 NORTH PARKVIEW TERRACE, ALGONQUIN, IL 60102.

The improvement on the property consists of 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. 6DOH WHUPV GRZQ E\ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG IXQGV EDODQFH ZLWKLQ KRXUV E\ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG IXQGV No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Upon payment in full of the amount ELG WKH SXUFKDVHU ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWH RI Sale which will entitle the purchaser to a Deed WR WKH SUHPLVHV DIWHU FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH For Information: Visit our website at http:// service.atty-pierce.com. Between 3 p.m. and S P RQO\ 3LHUFH $VVRFLDWHV 3ODLQWLII¡V Attorneys, 1 North Dearborn Street, Chicago, Illinois 60602. Tel.No. (312) 476-5500. Refer to File Number 1214382.

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1122 I549767 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8710 IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR THE TWENTY- SECOND JUDICIAL CIRCUIT MC HENRY COUNTY, ILLINOIS FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA Plaintiff, -v.LAURA L. BROKAW Defendants 13 CH 239 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 29, 2013, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 1:00 PM on September 3, 2013, at the NLT Title L.L.C, 390 Congress Parkway, Suite D, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 1644 POPLAR LANE, Woodstock, IL 60098 Property Index No. 08-32-428-033. The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

The judgment amount was $151,854.17.

Sale terms: The bid amount, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated on residential real estate at the rate of $1 for each $1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not WR H[FHHG VKDOO EH SDLG LQ FHUWLĂ&#x20AC;HG

funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in â&#x20AC;&#x153;AS ISâ&#x20AC;? condition. The sale is IXUWKHU VXEMHFW WR FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPDWLRQ E\ WKH FRXUW Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the SXUFKDVHU ZLOO UHFHLYH D &HUWLĂ&#x20AC;FDWH RI 6DOH that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to WKH UHDO HVWDWH DIWHU FRQĂ&#x20AC;UPDWLRQ RI WKH VDOH 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 FRXUW Ă&#x20AC;OH WR YHULI\ DOO LQIRUPDWLRQ ,I WKLV 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 151701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, FRQWDFW 3ODLQWLII¡V DWWRUQH\ +($91(5 SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC, 111 East Main Street, DECATUR, IL 62523, (217) 422-1719. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

HEAVNER, SCOTT, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 111 East Main Street DECATUR, IL 62523 (217) 422-1719 Case Number: 13 CH 239 TJSC#: 33-13129 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, \RX DUH DGYLVHG WKDW 3ODLQWLII¡V DWWRUQH\ LV deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

I539437 (Published in The Woodstock Independent July 24, 2013) L8712

SPORTS

THE WOODSTOCK INDEPENDENT

July 24-30, 2013

Fundraiser acre nonprofit resort located in central Florida that treats children with lifethreatening illnesses and their families to weeklong, cost-free vacations and access to Florida theme parks such as Walt Disney World and Universal Studios and allows them to stay at the GTKW village for as long as they need.

Since 1986, GKTW has hosted more than 122,000 families from all 50 states and more than 74 countries.

Madeline Rank from the Woodstock 12U All-Star team slides into third base against Johnsburg July 17 in the Woodstock Girls Softball League Tournament. INDEPENDENT PHOTO BY KEN FARVER

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two outs left in the Saturday evening game, which postponed it until 7:30 a.m. Sunday morning. e teams then met at 2 p.m. for the championship game. “ ey played very well,” said White of his players. “ ey played a number of good teams. e tournament in their division had some excellent teams and a lot of the games were very close. ey did an outstanding job.”

White said his team’s success this

Challenger “I am unbelievably excited,” said Rochelle Donahue. “I think it is absolutely amazing. ese kids are dealt a hard deck. For them to be able to shine in this type of environment is unbelievable.”

“Absolutely awesome,” said Richard Yelle, Cameron’s father and coach of the Cardinals in the Challenger Division. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I’ve coached for 18 years, and this is amazing. It’s going to be great for the kids. e league is great. It’s a great experience for the kids and for the buddies. It really puts things in perspective [for the buddies] when they are upset about a disputed call.”

“Jordan has had a wonderful time,” said his mother, Patrice Harris. “It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. We weren’t expecting this.”

Even the buddies are excited.

“It’s really fun to get out there and see all the kids having fun and running the bases and playing sports,” Kreitz said. “I’m excited to go to Pennsylvania, and I’m excited for all the players.” e players already have had some amazing experiences this season having attended a Cubs game and a White Sox game. At the White Sox game, the team was honored on the field, appeared on the Jumbotron and met a player. Each of the players said they really enjoyed the experience at U.S. Cellular Field, home of the Sox. e WLL Challenger Division had

summer is all about the play in the field. “ ey’ve done an outstanding job defensively,” White said and noted the team allowed only eight runs in the four games. “Pitching and defense have been outstanding. … I can’t say enough about the girls.” e 12U all-star team won the Cary tournament the previous weekend and is now 9-0. It will wrap up the summer season in the McHenry tournament which started July 22.

Continued from Page 24 four teams this year with about 40 players from Woodstock, Wonder Lake, Crystal Lake, Union, Marengo and Spring Grove.

“It’s been unbelievable,” Donahue said of the division that has a sixgame, six-week schedule that starts in early May and ends in June. “ e season goes fast. I can’t believe it is over already.”

WLL president Will McKay is hoping to attend the World Series but is not sure if the finances will work out.

Regardless, he said he sees the trip as an extension of the purpose of the Challenger Division. “ is is another opportunity for us to continue what we started last year – providing an opportunity for kids who love baseball but would normally not have an opportunity to play,” McKay said. “It’s a great opportunity for the kids and their families. It’s a great opportunity for the volunteers to show their passion for the Challenger Division. e kids love it.”

A side benefit for WLL has been “an increase in exposure,” according to McKay, which has led to an increase in sponsorships.

For Donahue, the Challenger Division and the trip to the World Series is all about the players getting a chance to play a game they love.

“For them to get out there and play baseball is amazing,” Donahue said. “ ere is really no other opportunity for them to do this.”

SCOREBOARD WOODSTOCK LITTLE LEAGUE 10-YEAR-OLD ALL STARS

Q June 21: Woodstock 3, TriCities 9 For Woodstock, Ryan Zinnen had 2 doubles

and an RBI. Q June 20: Woodstock 16, Streamwood 6 For Woodstock, James Overly had 3 hits and 3 RBIs.

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Basketball in the Park will be held from 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27, at Emricson Park. e event will include 3-on-3 and 5-on-5 tournaments, free throw and knockout contests and more.

T-shirts, sweatshirts, bracelets and picture CDs will be for sale. For information, call Schauer at 815-814-0020 or email him at basketballinthepark@ hotmail.com.

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July 24-30, 2013

THE WOODSTOCK INDEPENDENT

Woodstock Little League Challenger Division

Hoops fundraiser returns Basketball in the Park benefits Give Kids the World

By JAY SCHULZ The Independent

Jacob Donahue, front, waits to practice his fielding, with his brother and buddy Zachary Donahue behind him July 18 in Bartlett. INDEPENDENT PHOTO BY JAY SCHULZ

A chance of a lifetime Challenger players and buddies will compete in the Little League World Series

By JAY SCHULZ The Independent In only its second year, the Woodstock Little League Challenger Division is doing something that has not been done in the league’s 60 years of existence – send players to compete at the Little League World Series. e WLL Challenger Division will send three players and three buddies to Williamsport, Pa., as part of the District 13 team. ey will compete against a team from the San Francisco area in a demonstration game at 10:30 a.m. ursday, Aug. 22. e game will be broadcast on ESPN3.

District 13 was contacted at the end of January by Little League International. Challenger Division vice presi-

dent Rochelle Donahue said an email was sent in March to gauge interest among WLL Challenger participants.

Players were selected randomly from those interested. e players and their buddies that will be going are Jordan Harris and buddy Lily Kreitz, Cameron Yelle and buddy Kyle Trusty and Jacob Donahue and buddy and older brother Zach Donahue. e delegation has held various fundraisers to cover expenses and has received grants from the Chicago White Sox and the Rhodes Foundation.

Parents of the players said they are as excited as the players about the opportunity.

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Jordan Harris shows off his Illinois District 13 hat July 18 in Barlett. INDEPENDENT PHOTO BY JAY SCHULZ

Softball league tournament has banner year 53 teams take part in annual event

By JAY SCHULZ The Independent A week of high heat and humidity did not stop the 15th annual Woodstock Girls Softball League Tournament from being a success. Fifty-three teams from across the area participated in the tournament, almost twice the usual average.

“I think it worked out really well,” said tournament organizer Marty Hammond. “All the teams that participated had a good time. ankfully, the weather cooperated fairly well.”

“We’ve had a lot of positive feedback about the tournament,” said Woodstock 12U allstar team coach Dan White.

Games were played at Bates Park and Woodstock North High School, which was used for the first time in tournament

history because of the number of teams participating. e high number of participants also led to a change in format from pool play to double elimination.

For Woodstock, the 8U allstar team, 0-2, lost to Wonder Lake July 15 and McHenry July 19. e 10U all-star team, 3-2, lost to Lake in the Hills July 16, defeated Crystal Lake, Cary and Grant July 20 and lost to Lake in the Hills July 21. e 12U all-star team, 4-0, took first

place defeating Johnsburg July 17, Antioch July 20 and Wasco 5-0 and 6-5 July 21. e 15U all-star team, 3-2, took fourth place,defeating Vernon Hills July 16 and Beach Park July 18; losing to Grant July 20, defeating Crystal Lake July 20 and losing to Marengo July 21.

To win the 12U championship, the Woodstock team had to play Wasco on Saturday and Sunday as storms rolled in with Please see Softball, Page 23

Woodstock resident Chris Schauer keeps on plugging.

As an infant, Schauer suffered a stroke and has undergone four open heart surgeries. He received physical and speech therapy until age 15.

Despite the adversity he has suffered, he continues to strive to help others.

Since 1998, Schauer has hosted the Basketball in the Park fundraiser 12 times, and this year, he is hoping to continue the event’s success Saturday, July 27, at Emricson Park.

Last year, the fundraiser had 55 participants and raised about $2,800. Schauer said he is hoping to attract 60 participants this year and raise more than $3,000. Over its 12 years, the event has raised about $27,000.

“It’s amazing how much we have raised so far,” Schauer said.

Schauer, a 1995 Woodstock High School graduate, has been a volunteer manager for the McHenry County College basketball program since 1996 and was honored by the school in February for his work.

Over the years of running the fundraiser, Schauer said he has learned a lot.

“I’ve learned how to be patient with the public, with guests who come to the camp,” Schauer said. “You have to treat the sponsors nice. If you are nice to people, they will be nice to you.”

Schauer will be going to one of his favorite places in the world next month as he will be attending the D-23 Expo Aug. 9 to 11 at Disneyland, Anaheim, Calif., with his cousin.

“It’s really cool to learn about Disney,” he said of the expo which will profile the past, present and future of his favorite company.

All proceeds from the fundraiser go to Give Kids the World Village. GTKW is a 70Please see Fundraiser, Page 23

BASKETBALL IN THE PARK When: 9 a.m. to noon and 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 27 Where: Emricson Park, 1313 Kishwaukee Valley Road Phone: 815-814-0020