HIGHLIGHTS THIS ISSUE

Action on Bosworth ...... 3 New School ...... 8 Spirit of Rogers Park . . . .12 Police Officer Awards . . . .16 Arts & Eats ...... 21

Volume 6, Issue 2 June, 2001 Published by the Rogers Park Community Council (circulation: 10,000) Park Partnerships Expand

By Cary Steinbuck

he Gale School Community Park will have Howard) and the National “T Chicago Park District programming this sum- Council of Jewish Women mer,” reports Alderman Joseph Moore (49th Thrift Shop (1524 W. Ward). The park became a source of concern Howard) are organizing for neighbors when the recreational area was open with- monthly neighborhood clean- out Park District staff supervision. up days (complete with Community partners are working to make this sum- refreshments). mer one that is enjoyable for neighborhood youth. Family As for the promised Matters, TeenReach (Howard Area Community Center) community center . . . Two and the Rogers Park Youth Network (Rogers Park options are being investigat- Community Council) are joining with Gale Community ed. One provides for a newly Academy (1631 W. Jonquil) to develop a schedule of constructed building within recreational and educational programs to be held in the the footprint of the park; the park and school. “Gale will have seventeen classrooms other adapts the vacant open this summer,” says principal Vera Wardlaw. Lerner building (7511 N. The Chicago Police Department and CAPS Beat Ashland). The Chicago 2422 are also partners in making a safe park for families. Public Building Commission Commander David Boggs (24th District) reports that the has authorized the develop- Howard Street foot officer and rapid response car have ment of plans for the new been assigned to provide special attention to the park building. “Once it is known if during the summer months. CAPS organizers will be the Lerner building is feasible working with local families to establish a parent patrol. and could be configured to The Board of Education is responsible for keeping allow comparable use, both nd the park clean; however, the addition of 2.5 acres of pub- plans will be brought to the community for input,” states June 2 to celebrate the one-year opening of the park lic space taxes the capacity of the school. Lawn mainte- Alderman Moore. playground. It was just a year ago when 600 neighbors nance has been contracted out by the Board, but no addi- Community leaders including Senator Carol Ronen joined together to build the playlot. The party honored the tional funds have been assigned. For park cleanup, (9th), Representative Julie Hamos (18th) and Alderman volunteers and contributors who made this a place where neighborhood organizations have called upon Gale and Moore have been meeting with State and City officials to neighbors can look at a wonderful park and say, “I helped the Chicago Board of Education to allocate additional secure adequate funding for a community center that pro- build this!” staff in order to keep the park clean. vides necessary recreation space to our community. To The success of our neighborhood relies on leader- Neighborhood businesses have joined in. Howard date, more than $3 million has been promised in public ship. It truly takes a community to build a park! Street Special Service Area (SSA) and DevCorp North and private funds. cleaning staff have regularly made visits to the park to Family Matters, a community-based resource for par- Cary Steinbuck serves as executive director of the Rogers help. Business leaders from Around the Clock (1605 W. ents and children, organized a neighborhood party on Park Community Council.

manufacturing jobs in Chicago. “Well, this Rogers Park Building for the Next Generation: manufacturer is expanding – and is doing so in the City of Chicago,” he said. In the last five years, the S&C work- S&C Electric Company Expands force has grown by over 20% or 300 full-time jobs. Cary Steinbuck serves as executive director of the Rogers Park Community Council. By Cary Steinbuck

undreds of employees and neighbors celebrated S&C Electric Company’s groundbreaking for H th Building 12A on May 9 . The new building is the largest construction project S&C has ever undertaken and it will add 105,000 sq. ft. to the Ridge Boulevard industrial complex. New manufac- turing space will relieve congestion in existing buildings, enabling S&C to become more efficient in assembling switch products and metal-enclosed gears for the electric power industry. Additionally, the building will provide six new shipping docks and space for a new centralized ship- ping facility. Since 1911, S&C’s executive leadership – founder Nicholas Conrad, son John Conrad and current CEO John W. Estey — have been committed to Chicago as a place to do business. Located on a contiguous 45-acre site, S&C is Rogers Park’s largest employer with more than 1,700 employees from 60 different countries. The S&C property is actually located in three wards (40, 49, & 50); the new building is located in two of the wards. The new facility will enable S&C to better serve their interna- tional customers, which should further expand business resulting in more good-paying jobs and a boost to the manufacturing base in our neighborhood. Over the last five years, S&C invested more than $55 million in our community and will invest another $25 mil- The expansion project requires no City financing assis- lion in the next year. Building 12A represents an $18 mil- Participating in the ground-breaking are Chicago tance except for a Chicago sales tax exemption. Other lion commitment to Rogers Park and will create an dignitaries at the celebration included Aldermen Joseph Commissioner Alicia Mazur Berg, Sr. V.P. and CFO expanded, safer and more productive working environ- Moore (49th) and Bernard Stone (50th); Chicago com- Stan Slabas, John Conrad, CEO John Estey, Mayor ment. The S&C philosophy, according to Estey, is “not to missioners Mary Richardson-Lowry and Alicia Mazur manage the company for the next quarter but to build it for Richard M. Daley, 49th Ward Alderman Joe Moore, Berg; and Metropolitan Water Reclamation District presi- the next generation!” dent Terry O’Brien. 50th Ward Alderman Bernard Stone and V.P. of Mayor Richard M. Daley was on-site for the ground- At the groundbreaking, Estey spoke about a recent Human Resources Vilma Bell. breaking and heralded S&C’s commitment to Chicago. Chicago Tribune article that mourned the death of

2 ROGERS PARK 2000 Groceries for Guns: CAPS in Command How Well Do You

By Commander David V. Boggs Know Rogers Park?

irearms have always been a major source of con- alcohol or tobacco products. The weapon must be sur- Where is this statue located? F cern to police departments for the obvious reasons rendered at the 24th District police station (6464 N. of crimes perpetrated against our citizenry, but these Clark). Most important, the weapon must be taken to the concerns are compounded by tragedies that have station in a safe manner. It must not be loaded and any Send your correct response occurred from the mere presence of a firearm within a ammunition should be packaged separately from the by June 29, 2001 to RPCC, household. There is always the danger of a firearm’s firearm. The paperwork will consist of a case report of the 1530 W. Morse, Chicago, accessibility by our youth, a person’s unfamiliarity with a weapon turn-in, an inventory of the weapon, and an order IL 60626, or via email to weapon, and the potential theft of the weapon from a res- for the weapon’s destruction. The citizen relinquishing the [email protected]. idence. Often times, reasons for purchasing a firearm, weapon must be able to present a valid form of photo The winner of a gift certifi- whether it was originally intended for home protection or identification to police officers. cate for dinner for two at A hunting, are reconsidered by the owner and the weapon Our “Groceries for Guns” promotion was publicized in Taste of Peru will be select- is no longer wanted. May at all community policing meetings within the 24th ed by lottery from the cor- The 24th District, the CAPS management office, and District. There will also be articles announcing the event rect responses. Good Luck! the community have recently developed a program called in neighborhood Lerner Newspaper publications. In addi- The answer will be printed “Groceries for Guns”. The program was conceived with tion, we will use all the resources of the 24th District to get in the fall issue of Rogers the cooperation of a major grocery chain and will allow the word out to make the public aware of this dynamic Park 2000. citizens to relinquish firearms in exchange for gift certifi- and exciting program. cates that will be redeemable for groceries through a All members of the 24th District sincerely appreciate The spring issue’s winner major grocery retailer. The funding for the program will be this opportunity to make the public aware of the was Coralie Miller. The shared equally by the grocery chain and Allstate “Groceries for Guns” promotion. Safeguarding citizens, business that bought and Insurance funds that have been allocated for our CAPS whether on the public way or within their homes, is our relocated in the old Reebie initiatives. first and foremost goal as police officers. “Groceries for Storage building at 6542 N. “Groceries for Guns” will be in effect for the entire Guns” will further enhance this goal and surely make Clark is Burrows Moving month of June, with one $50 gift certificate issued for Rogers Park a safer community for us all. Company. each firearm surrendered. The gift certificates will be redeemable for groceries only and will not be valid for David V. Boggs is the Commander of the 24th Police District.

Rogers Park Community Council. Youth in the communi- Allstate Invests in Community ty are able to participate in drug and gang prevention edu- cation programs because of Allstate support. Identification bracelets have been made available to By Glen Brooks, Jr. seniors through Howard Area Community Center, the Crowley House, and other senior service centers. And t’s late at night and you’re awakened by a horrible bers are available for business and residential neighbors our newest project is Guns for Groceries (see page 2). I sound from the smoke detector. You call 911. The fire to stick to the back door of their garage or building. Four Safety in our community relies on every one becom- department is on the way. You’re waiting outside, hop- inch numbers for businesses and two inch for residential ing a part of the solution. Allstate Insurance Company is ing that you will not lose everything. Help is desperately buildings meet the City’s ordinance. The numbers will a partner in our efforts to build a stronger, safer neigh- trying to get to you but can’t find your building. assist emergency workers respond to your home quickly borhood. For more information about CAPS in the 24th This is not an unusual circumstance – but it doesn’t – and that saves lives. District, call (312) 744-6321. have to be like this. Through an innovative project of the Operation Address is funded through the Allstate 24th District Advisory Committee (CAPS), reflective num- Insurance Company’s home safety initiative. In 1998, Glen Brooks, Jr is the newly elected chair of the 24th Allstate invested in Chicago’s Alternative Policing District Advisory Committee and chairs Beat 2423. He is a res- Strategy (CAPS) with a grant for “Building Safe Blocks”. ident of Rogers Park and serves on the board of its Community Annually, each police district receives $7500 to support Council. creative projects that promote personal safety and edu- cation, home safety and security, community / street and public safety, neighborhood beautification and volun- teerism. Involvement Allstate Insurance Company is the nation’s largest personal lines insurance company and one of the coun- By Emma Clay try’s largest urban insurers – insuring one of every eight homes and automobiles in the country. Allstate provides insurance for more than 20 million consumers and has hat is it? What do you do? You can do many approximately 15,000 full-time agents in the U.S. and W things to become an involved person. Start by Canada. Allstate is also a major life insurer. becoming a volunteer in your neighborhood. The 24th District Advisory Committee for CAPS has We all talk about a neighborhood that’s a great place several other successful initiatives to increase neighbor- to work, rear our children, good schools, great places to hood safety. Senior citizens and disabled persons can eat and good services. We like local employment oppor- have safety improvements made to their homes, and sur- tunities, quality shops, theaters and good parks. Senior vivors of domestic violence are able to have locks and and youth programs are important to us. Safety in our doors repaired through our community partner - the streets and on our beaches. We feel safer when we know 4 inch numbers at the rear entrance of the Rogers Park our neighbors. Community Council offices Some or all of the things listed above are very impor- tant to most of the residents of Rogers Park. Get involved by becoming a volunteer in a great organization. There is a strong desire and hard work being done every day to Domestic Violence make this the Greatest Neighborhood in the USA. Become a volunteer and help make history in Rogers Everybody’s Business...Revisited Park. The neighborhood needs you, you need it, so come on get involved. Call RPCC at (773) 338-RPCC. E-mail [email protected] or visit our website at By Elizabeth Burnside www.rogerspark.org

ommunity groups and organizations CAN make a In the confidential relationship between medical pro- C difference in the lives of domestic violence victims. fessionals and their patients, many victims feel safe in dis- One hospital in our area is doing just that. closing abuse. With the patient’s consent, VASP makes Edgewater Medical Center has been involved since contact in a discreet way to protect the patient’s safety March, 2000 in a collaborative effort with the Victim and privacy. In this way, victims who may not wish to risk Advocacy Support Program (VASP) of the Rogers Park a more direct appeal for help are reached. Community Council to provide victims of abuse, seen in Through in-service presentations, VASP and the the emergency room, with access to information and ser- Edgewater Medical Center have refined and tailored vices to enable them to become survivors. screening procedures, increasing awareness of domestic Editorial Committee: Connie Abels, Lorraine Dostal, Sandi Price, Cary Steinbuck, Liz Vitel and JimYeaman. Medical professionals, working in the often hectic violence and providing a direct link for follow-up on refer- Writers: Glen Brooks, Jr., Elizabeth Burnside, David V. Boggs, environment of an emergency room, sometimes express rals. This care and concern results in providing direct Emma Clay, Patricia Dart, Lorraine Dostal, frustration at their inability to do much more than “patch assistance to many victims who would otherwise be Mary Jo Doyle, Michael Glasser, Carol Goldman, patients up and push them out the door”. This referral unable to find help. Kevin Gutteron, Mary Jane Haggerty, David Jones, Nancy Lauren, Bonnie Tipton Long, Sandi Price, program gives the ER staff the opportunity to provide This program demonstrates the positive changes Cary Steinbuck, Evelyn J. Thompson, Elizabeth Vitell, patients with a direct link to ongoing services within the that can come from making domestic violence every- Patricia Welsh, Sharon F. Wilson, Robert Winston, constraints of their busy practice. body’s business. The Victim Advocacy Support Program and Jim Yeaman. Patients suffering physical injuries arising from supports community involvement and new ways to reach Designer: Pon Angara domestic violence may arrive at the ER in the back of a out to victims of domestic abuse—enabling them to Photos: Mary Jane Haggerty, Norman Polk, Sandi Price, police car, but their issues come to the attention of the become survivors. and Cary Steinbuck. physician or nurse through careful screening and thought- Questions or concerns regarding domestic violence Business Manager: Sandi Price ful questioning. Patients may come in with their abuser or can be directed to VASP staff at (773) 338-7733. Executive Director: Cary Steinbuck give accounts that do not match physical symptoms. Leaving an abuser is often the most dangerous event in Elizabeth Burnside is a court advocate with the Victim To Advertise, call (773) 338-RPCC or e-mail us at the relationship. Advocacy Support Program. [email protected].

ROGERS PARK 2000 3 CAMERA’s Lens Set on Edgewater and Rogers Park Focus on children from birth to age 5

hile Chicago’s resources for young chil- line numbers and more. It is intended help child W dren are some of the best, finding them care providers improve their programs and facili- can be another story. The Early Childhood tate referrals for the families they serve. Copies of Network of Edgewater & Rogers Park recently the CAMERA guide are currently available for pick released a unique publication to help both up by the general public at Senator Carol Ronen’s providers and parents. The Edgewater and Rogers office (5533 N. Broadway) between the hours of Park CAMERA (Community Asset Map and 10am and 5pm. Resource Appendix) is a set of coded community- The CAMERA project was funded by an by-community maps and a directory of over 300 Illinois First grant from Senator Carol Ronen (9th local resources identified specifically for caregivers District). It features photos of local children and of children from birth to age five. Easy-to-find list- child care facilities and providers, all taken by local ings include park programs, schools, day care youth or parents. Photographers from the Rogers facilities, pre-schools, HeadStart programs, social Park and Edgewater YouthNet program were service agencies, medical clinics, ethnic organiza- awarded community photography appreciation cer- tions, professional development opportunities, tificates by the Early Childhood Network for their employment programs, government services, hot- contributions.

Ordinance Enforcement Results In Action on Bosworth

By Mary Jane Haggerty

t has been almost a year and a half since Case Galen signed the order. Dennis Fleming, the I #00BL0007 was first called on February 18, administrative law officer, emphasized several 2000 in Room 115 of the Administrative times at the signing of this agreement that if Galen Hearings building at 400 W. Superior. It was one of failed to fulfill any part of the agreed order, the city the first Rogers Park cases to be filed under the had the option of charging him with non-compli- new Drug and Gang House ordinance passed by ance and bringing the case back before a circuit the Chicago City Council. Representatives from court judge for additional fines and possible impris- community policing Beat 2422 and the Bosworth onment. This consequence was also a written Jonquil Block Club had been working for more than part of the final order. a year to hold the building’s owner accountable for Despite this, Galen failed to follow through. the disturbances, drug dealing and general poor On May 23, 2000, city inspectors returned to the condition of his building, and now it looks like their property and found that tenants were still living in efforts are going to pay off. the building. There had been no attempt to board The case was clearly presented in the city’s and secure the building. Although some work had complaint. The building owner Marek Galen was been started to rehab the building, no permits had alleged to be the person who managed and con- been obtained for any of the required work, and a trolled the property at 7619 N. Bosworth. While the majority of the code violations were still present. property was in his control during 1999, there were Galen did not attend the beat meetings or the 2 drug arrests, 2 unregistered handgun arrests, an Landlord Training Program. arrest for unlawful use of a weapon by a felon and The case now became the testing ground for no evident attempts by Galen to discourage any of the Drug and Gang House Ordinance. Since this this criminal activity. At the same time, there were was the first time that a defendant had failed to fol- 36 building code violations ranging from broken low through on an agreed order under this statute, locks, debris and flaking paint to missing bricks, there was no standard procedure for prosecuting a deteriorated electrical conduit and plumbing prob- criminal non-compliance case. Following several lems. The city was asking for a finding of guilty and discussions within the Law Department and an order for corrective action. Housing Court judges, the city attorney filed a Galen chose to avoid a trial, acknowledged criminal complaint on February 1, 2001 in the that the violations and criminal incidents had Circuit Court alleging criminal non-compliance with occurred, and agreed to sign an Order of the original Order of Abatement. Abatement on March 20, 2000. The order was writ- Faced with another possible trial, Galen again ten in the belief that Galen had already given chose to enter a plea of guilty. The sentence (to notice to tenants that they would have to move, begin on May 1, 2001) included 21 days imprison- that he intended to rehab and condo the property, ment and a $50,000 fine if the property wasn’t and that the property was vacant as of the day of completely out of his hands by that date. If he suc- the order. In the order, the city demanded the fol- cessfully transferred the property, he would serve lowing steps be taken: only 7 days and pay only $10,000 in fines. He also • Galen would board and secure the building agreed not to purchase any property other than a while it was being rehabbed. single-family residence for a period of one year • He would obtain all the required permits for the and to cure the remaining code violations on the work he planned to do. property. • He would obtain a Certificate of Occupancy When Galen showed up in court to begin his before allowing anyone to move in. sentence on May 1st, he had sold 2 of the condos • He would attend three Beat meetings and the and had a sales contract and June closing date for city’s Landlord Training program before the third. The judge gave him the benefit of the May 15, 2000. doubt and sentenced him to the 7 days, with the • For as long as he owned the property, he would warning that if the closing didn’t go through as maintain exterior lights and keep the property planned, he would be back to serve the additional free of garbage and graffiti. two weeks and pay $40,000 more in fines. • If his condo plans changed for any reason and For Beat 2422 and the Bosworth Jonquil Block he later decided to rent the apartments he Club, this has been a long, frustrating, but ulti- would: mately successful struggle. For the 7600 block of 1) provide written leases with specific prohibi Bosworth, it means the possibility of a peaceful, tions against criminal activity, and enjoyable summer without the dangers caused by 2) correct all building code violations by July an irresponsible neighbor. 24, 2000. • Finally, he would pay a fine of $5,000 before Mary Jane Haggerty is the Housing Action May 1, 2000. Initiatives Director at the Rogers Park Community Council.

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On Saturday, I attended a seminar conducted by Rogers Park Builders Group Connections for Community Ownership, a not-for-profit organization that promotes neighborhood franchise opportunities. This organization is targeting franchise By Michael Glasser opportunities in Rogers Park, among other communities. I was proud to see that Hispanic Housing representatives ast night my son had to write a fable for his 5th grade managers of large buildings who excel at managing and were on the panel. Recognizing that most prospective language arts class. His fable was about an ele- developing rental units. Hispanic Housing (whose repre- franchisees lack sufficient start-up capital, Hispanic L phant, the fastest animal in the jungle (yeah, even sentative, Mark Kruse, recently took a seat on our Housing offers to partner with franchisees in order to get faster than the cheetah!) who was challenged to a Executive Committee) actively syndicates tax credits and store-fronts filled with hard-working entrepreneurs who running race by a tiny ant. As the race started, a gust of has an outstanding reputation citywide for managing are looking for a break. wind picked up the ant and blew him past the finish line in housing for people with low to moderate incomes. Since Hispanic Housing gives time and resources back to record time, ahead of the stunned elephant. Two morals to its inception in 1978, Hispanic Housing has developed the community. They understand what it takes to be the story (ok, one was my idea): “Big is not always better,” over 1700 apartments and townhouses in 27 develop- responsive to the needs of the community where they do or “Be sure to watch the Weather Channel before racing.” ments throughout Chicago. In addition, the firm has business. They belong to neighborhood organizations, My son’s fable offers a nice lead in to this column, developed over 80,000 square feet of retail and office attend community meetings, and even team up with local because many of us in the Rogers Park Builders Group space in five Chicago-based developments. merchants - in short, they become active partners in com- learned that when it comes to property management and Hispanic Housing has committed considerable munity affairs. By being involved, they understand the development, “big” does not necessarily mean “better.” resources in our neighborhood, including: community which they serve, which helps make their pro- Often the smaller property owners are best at managing - Under construction: Affordable condominiums at jects succeed, which in turn helps the community. It’s a and developing their properties. The more direct the con- Juneway and Paulina, a 22-unit development offer- healthy process. nection between the building owner and his tenants or ing home ownership to people with moderate condo purchasers, the more likely that the owner will be incomes who normally could not afford a new It’s nice to have a fast elephant in the neighborhood. responsive to the residents’ needs. Our organization home. encourages smaller building owners and developers to - In the pipeline: Housing for residents over age 55, A neighborhood resident, Michael Glasser serves as pres- join – several of our members own small properties, even a new 10-story, 120-unit high-rise development ident of the Rogers Park Builders Group, and is president of 2-flats. The educational component to our meetings adjacent to the Gateway Centre. Magellen Properties, Inc. As of late, he’s been seen belly danc- relates to the needs of all property owners and develop- ing at RPCC fundraising events (don’t ask). ers, large and small. Yet, there are exceptions to this rule. Yes, there exist Richard Block Heads Devon Bank Trust Department

ichard A. Block has joined Devon Bank as head of R the trust department. An experienced financial pro- fessional, Block, who joins the bank as senior vice president, has an extensive background in both trust and personal asset management. “Richard is a creative finan- cial professional with a strong commitment to personal- ized customer service,” commented Richard Loundy, chairman, in announcing Block’s appointment. “Whether a customer needs individual family attention or cus- tomized investment advisory services, Richard Block will enhance the value of the experience of banking at Devon Bank.”

Block has managed trusts and investments for cus- tomers of both large and mid-sized financial institutions including LaSalle Bank, Comerca Bank, Cole Taylor and Cosmopolitan National Bank. Most recently, Block was senior vice president and senior trust officer at Bank of Waukegan. Block will oversee Devon Bank’s trust department including all facets of trust, estate and financial planning and trust, as well as personal and corporate investment management. His expertise in business succession plan- ning is especially valuable for customers who head fami- ly or sole proprietor businesses. Devon Bank is a locally owned, full-service indepen- dent community bank with assets of over $240 million. Headquartered at 6445 N. Western, the bank has been a pillar of Chicago’s community banking scene for over 55 years. Other Devon Bank locations are Niles, Rolling Meadows, Deerfield/Northbrook and Glenview. An inter- net branch at www.devonbank.com will open later this year.

6 ROGERS PARK 2000 Drawing on the Move Leone Beach Remains with Craft Mobile Top Sport for Junior

By Patricia Dart Guards By Patricia Dart n your markers, get set, draw! This during the warm summer months. summer, the Chicago Park District’s Thursdays: O Craft Mobile will be cruising into a • Senn Playlot (5887 N. Ridge) radition runs strong at the Chicago Park District’s Leone Beach as Mary O’Connor playlot near you. Kids ages 9 and under Noon – 1:30 p.m. T heads up the 82nd Annual Junior Guards Program. The program (which consisted will find plenty of fun when the van filled • George Lane Beach (6200 N. Sheridan) of 410 students last year) is for young adults to learn the ins and outs of lifeguard with colorful craft-making tools, comes 1 – 3 p.m. training years before they become official guards at Chicago’s beaches and pools. strolling in. The instructors are very talent- • Matanky Playlot (6925 N. Ridge) “Junior Guards offer a lot to young guard trainees,” said Mary O’Connor, Leone ed and they are always coming up with 2:30 – 4 p.m. Beach Junior Guard Director. “They receive leadership and job training, water safety new crafts for kids to create. Fridays: instruction, physical fitness, beach responsibility and they are able to compete with 25 This summer’s Craft Mobile is free • Pratt Beach (6800 N. Sheridan) other teams citywide.” and runs June 25 to August 19, 2001 at 10 a.m. – Noon various locations and times. Registration The Craft Mobile will stop at nearby park is not necessary. What better way to field houses on rainy days. spend the afternoon than to take your chil- dren to the park where they can slide, For more information on summer swing or swim and cut, paste or paint. activities in the parks, call 312/742-PLAY, A Craft Mobile will be stopping at 312/747-2001 (TTY) or visit these Rogers Park/Edgewater locations www.chicagoparkdistrict.com.

The Junior Guard Program is a great way for prospective life guards to learn what it takes to become life guards on Chicago’s beautiful lakefront and at the Chicago Park District pools. Call 312/747-0832 to enroll.

The Junior Guard Program is free for boys and girls ages 6 to 15 who have passed beyond the beginner swimmer level and who wish to spend the summer in, on or near the water. The program teaches water safety, lifeguard skills, beach games and events, while promoting physical fitness, good citizenship and an appreciation of the City’s most Children ages 9 and under love to get creative with the Chicago Park District’s Craft Mobile natural setting, the Lake Michigan shoreline. throughout the summer. Call 312/742-PLAY for a location near you. In addition to the summer training that Junior Guards receive, the group is also active in the winter. “The guards contribute their time and enthusiasm in local food drives, which are so successful. They also participate in citywide junior lifeguard championships and citywide swimming championships at local indoor pools. It’s a great program and the students Local Parks Host gain more than leadership and training skills - they also gain strong friendships,” said O’Connor. The Junior Guard Program runs June 18 to August 3 at Leone Beach (7032 N. Annual Concerts Sheridan). Junior Guard Programs are also offered at several beaches along the lake- front, Hartigan Beach, Foster, Montrose, North Avenue, 57th Street, 64th Street, Rainbow Beach and Calumet. For more information about the Junior Guard Program, call By Patricia Dart the Chicago Park District’s Beaches and Pools office at 312/747-0832.

ack a picnic, bring a blanket and kick Sunday - July 29 at 5 p.m. Big band P back along Chicago’s north side and music at Indian Boundary Park lakefront for the Chicago Park (2500 W. Lunt) 312/742-7887. th When Day Camp Ends, District’s 54 annual Concerts in the Sunday - July 29 at 5 p.m. R & B at Parks series. “Concerts in the Parks” is Loyola Park presented by the Chicago Park District (1230 W. Greenleaf) 312/742-7857. and the Chicago Federation of Musicians Wednesday - August 1 at 7 p.m. Show Camp 3-D Begins! and Performance Trust Fund. tunes at Berger Park Put on your dancing shoes for reg- (6205 N. Sheridan) 312/742-7871. By Patricia Welsh gae, R & B, Gospel and much more at Sunday - August 12 at 5 p.m. Gospel your local park. Concerts are free for all music at Loyola Park hen summer camp ends, Camp 3-D begins! This is an end-of-summer camp for ages. (1230 W. Greenleaf) 312/742-7857. ages 8 – 13, which is run concurrently at 3 locations: Sunday - July 15 at 5 p.m. Big band Wednesday - August 15 at 5 p.m. Jazz W • Broadway Armory Park (5917 N. Broadway) - 3 weeks (August 6-24) music at Indian Boundary Park music at Berger Park • Pottawattomie Park (7340 N. Rogers) - 2 weeks (August 13-24) (2500 W. Lunt) 312/742-7887. (6205 N. Sheridan) 312/742-7871. • Warren Park (6601 N. Western) - 3 weeks (August 6-24) Sunday - July 15 at 5 p.m. Reggae music at Loyola Park For more information on Concerts in During the two or three-week camp (depending on location), rotating instructors will (1230 W. Greenleaf) 312/742-7857. the Parks, call 312/742-PLAY, 312/747- teach participants adventure rec (team-building through recreational activities), art, Wednesday - July 18 at 7 p.m. Big band 2001(TTY) or visit www.chicagoparkdis- baseball/softball, basketball, dancing, drumming, floor hockey, football, golf, soccer, the- music at Berger Park trict.com. ater and tumbling. These activities will culminate in a big bash at Warren Park (or (6205 N. Sheridan) 312/742-7871. Broadway Armory if it is raining) on August 24th. During the morning, participants will compete in tournaments; a picnic lunch will be provided, followed by a showcase of skills and an awards presentation. The cost of this specialized camp is $50.

Day camp registration may still be available at the following northside parks: • Broadway Armory Park (5917 N. Broadway, 312/742-7502) • Chippewa Park (6748 N. Sacramento, 312/742-7867) • Emmerson Park (1820 W. Granville, 312/742-7877) • Loyola Park (1230 W. Greenleaf, 312/742-7857) • Pottawattomie Park (7340 N. Rogers, 312/742-7878) • Rogers Park (7345 N. Washtenaw, 312/742-7859) • Schreiber Park (1552 W. Schreiber, 312/742-7876)

Music lovers of all ages can come out to local parks and hear all kinds of sounds, from Gospel, R & B and Reggae to swing, classical and even children’s tunes. Call 312/742-PLAY for a list of Concerts in the Park.

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The guest speaker was Rob Johnson, weekend Chicago Park District Honors news anchor at WLS-TV and a hockey player at the McFetridge Sports Center. He emphasized how his extra- curricular activities and his scholastic achievements have Regional Junior Citizen Candidates played an important part in building a foundation of self- confidence that led to his career success. For the second-level competition, two of the 18 area By Patricia Welsh winners were selected as the North Region’s finalists: Jennifer Suerth of Green Briar Park and Kim Taylor of he Chicago Park District honored area winners at the Kilbourn Park. They each received a glass statue award 48th Annual Junior Citizen Awards Dinner. Eighteen Warren Park – Sara Budowsky and went on to compete in the citywide judging and T awards dinner at the Adler Planetarium on March 30th. teenagers won the first-level competition, which was Welles Park – Jeanne Brown & Erik Wicklund held between 59 north side parks. The local honorees Among the many finalists competing citywide, the included: The Junior Citizen Program recognizes high school lakefront’s Tiffany Redding (representing the Lincoln Park Chase Park – Roberto Rodriguez juniors and seniors who participate in Chicago Park Cultural Center) was named Junior Citizen of the Year. Chippewa Park – Katharine Grunde District programs and positively contribute to their neigh- Tiffany received a $1,000 scholarship to the university of Gill Park – Tom Fort borhood. Youth are judged in the following categories: her choice. Green Briar Park – Jennifer Suerth character, values, goals and community service. The Junior Citizen Program celebrates today’s young Horner Park – Stephanie Mena Rodger Konow, the North Region Manager, gave an leaders. It is important to honor and acknowledge strong Kilbourn Park – Kim Taylor inspiring speech of appreciation for this young group’s positive leadership, community volunteers, as well as Mayfair Park – Lauren McHugh contribution to society. He noted that all of the honorees physical and academic talent in the hopes that these Schreiber Park – Quenita Johnson were winners and he presented each with an inscribed teenagers will continue down this road in the years to Sheil Park – Margaret Gillespie plaque. come. Summer Programs are FUN for Everyone!

alling all toddlers, teens, adults and seniors! It’s summer time in C Chicago and the Chicago Park District is offering the best summer programs ever. Your local park has everything from day camps for kids, arts camps for teens, chess, knitting and pottery for adults to aer- obics for seniors. Don’t forget, there are sports too! There’s plenty to do at the parks so register now. Call your local park for more information. Classes run June 11 to August 19, 2001. For more information, call 312/742-PLAY, 312/747-2001 (TTY) or Kids can enroll in fun programs while adults can also indulge in the great cultural, creative and visit www.chicagoparkdistrict.com. sportive programs offered by the Chicago Park District. Call your local park today for a list of programs or call 312/742-PLAY for a district-wide list. Celebrate Bike Chicago 2001 Heartland Café’s Along the Lakefront Stand in the Sand By Patricia Dart ike Chicago (May 18 to June 17, 2001) is 30 days of fun bike activities throughout the city, B elaxing on a Chicago Park District beach is like including bike acrobats, bike auctions, bike being on a temporary vacation. The hustle and bus- helmet sales, bike maintenance courses, a boule- R tle of the city seems miles away and all you can vard lakefront tour, walk and roll Chicago and a hear is the sound of waves crashing and birds singing. Police Bike Competition. Bike Chicago kicked off The beach is the best way to escape the city blues and the on May 18 with a Bike to Work Rally/Breakfast. Heartland Café is the relaxation station. Open seven days For more information about Bike Chicago, call a week during the summer, “The Stand in the Sand” offers 312/744-3315. “food for all,” a variety of treats, from vegetarian tortillas and burritos to nachos, hot dogs and burgers. This stand Families gear up for the ride of their lives on one of is very popular in the summer. It also offers fresh fruit, Chicago’s most popular sites, the lakefront trail. Bike snack foods, ice cream and a wide variety of ice cold Chicago runs May 18 through June 17. Call 312/742- drinks. PLAY for a list of bike activities near you. The “Stand in the Sand” is a name given to this pop- ular spot after a late winter storm caused waves to cover the entire beach and sand covered the entire grass area in Loyola Park, extending even into the parking lot. Beach Babies Have the Time The Stand in the Sand is open during the summer from Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. For more of their Lives! information, call the Heartland Café at 773/274-6114.

arents can have the pleasure of enjoying P Chicago’s shores of Lake Michigan with their Kids Become children. Every summer, the Chicago Park District offers Beach Babies for toddlers. They have the opportunity to meet other children, play in the sand and sometimes, dance around. And it’s Street Smart at free! Call your local park to find out starting dates! On Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10 – 11:30 a.m., Beach Babies will be held at Loyola Beach, Berger Park 7200 North Lake Shore Drive for ages 1 – 5. Call Toddlers kick off their shoes at the weekly Beach Babies event on 312/742-7857. Chicago’s lakefront. It’s all happening at the Chicago Park District this summer. Call 312/742-PLAY for a list of all the fun activities. lanning ahead is sometimes fun, especially for kids P excited about school and their new classes, new teachers and new friends. This year, Berger Park is Artists of the Wall Festival Picnic in the Park at Emmerson Park offering Street Smart Kids - an all day program to inform Calendar at Loyola Park (1820 W. Granville) 312/742-7877. Friday, (1230 W. Greenleaf) 312/742-7857 August 3 at 12 noon. kids about school safety and how to be street smart on a Show your artistic talent and create a Free for all ages. day-to-day basis. Lead screenings will also be provided of Events mural on the lakeside wall. $15 for ages for infants to 6 year olds, photo and fingerprint IDs will be 18 and over, $10 for children: June 16 Street Smart Kids at Berger Park taken, and an inside peak at Berger’s fall classes and and 17 at 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (6205 N. Sheridan) 312/742-7871 events will be revealed. Free for all ages, Saturday, August 25 Picnic in the Park at Schreiber Park Street Smart Kids is Saturday, August 25 from 11 at 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. (1552 W. Schreiber) 312/742-7876. a.m. to 3 p.m. at Berger Park (6205 N. Sheridan). It is free Wednesday, August 1 at 5 – 8 p.m. for all ages. For more information, call 312/742-7871. Free for all ages.

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80,000 square feet and accommodate 980 students. The New Field School When the floor opened for questions, several issues By Elizabeth Vitell arose. Among the concerns expressed were fears that the sunken garden might become a “garbage trap,” that n April 9th, neighbors came to view plans for the begin in early summer and the school is scheduled to underground parking should have been provided, and O new Field School at a community meeting hosted open in August, 2002. The estimated cost of the project that the school might cause the corner of Clark and by Alderman Joe Moore (49th ward). A small, but is $18.3 Million, a figure that makes our new Field School Morse to lose its “urban edge.” The presenters vocal audience heard from Principal Rachel Resnik, Dr. the most expensive of all the planned new schools in addressed these concerns by promising aggressive Giacomo Mancuso from the Chicago Board of Education, Chicago. According to Mancuso, 81% of the funds for the clean-up detail, explaining that underground parking and two architects who will participate in the construction school projects come from taxpayers. The State of Illinois turned out to be prohibitively expensive, and professing of the new school. contributes 18% while the federal government only sup- sensitivity to the character of the neighborhood. Other The new Field School will be located at the southeast plies 1% of the dollars needed to build new schools. In neighbors wondered if local labor would be employed to corner of Morse and Clark. This site was chosen after a Mancuso’s opinion, the governmental contributions to help build the school and if local teachers might be hired committee established by Field’s Local School Council education fall short of the mark. to teach in it. In response to questions about the safety (LSC) met weekly for an entire year in order to fully con- Neighbors who attended the meeting learned that of children in transit to and from school, Resnik indicated sider all of the issues and implications. In addition to the the Board of Education assigns two architects to each that the 24th police district has always been helpful and impressive labors of the LSC, Resnik acknowledged the new school project. One serves as the managing archi- that she expects the relationship to continue. She also assistance of the Board of Education’s Paul Vallas and tect while the other functions as the architect of record on plans to request additional crossing guards in the fall. Gery Chico, as well as Alderman Moore and State the individual project. In this case, the managing firm is While it may be impossible to please all of the people Representative Harry Osterman (17th). S.W.W.B., Chris Bednarowicz, principal. The architect of all of the time, the new Field School should offer exciting The plan calls for the current student population of record is Crandon C. Gustafson, of O.W.P. & P. All of the opportunities for neighborhood children to enjoy the ben- the Field School to split. Third through eighth grade will new schools have similar basic plans, but each building efits of early and primary education in a modern, well- remain at the existing building at 7901 N. Ashland, while will also have its own unique features. The new Field equipped environment. The Rogers Park community pre-school through second grade will occupy the new School will have classrooms in three sizes: 600, 900 and should welcome the new school with open arms. And – building. Ms. Resnik emphasized that the new Field’s 1200 square feet. All will be wired for computer equip- if any of those with open arms also have extra time to mission is to provide early childhood education, which ment. Students will enjoy the use of a cafeteria and a full- donate to the community, there will be a new LSC. All are she deems crucial to the development of our children. sized gymnasium – not, as Principal Resnik passionately invited to apply and run for positions. Her vision for the new Field is that it become a strong emphasized – a multi-purpose room. The cafeteria will neighborhood school that will serve to promote social and occupy one end of the building, and the gym will be at the Elizabeth Vitell is an attorney with Kropik, Papuga & academic readiness in its students. Although over- other. In between, a double-loaded corridor will house the Shaw specializing in real estate and serves on the Rogers Park crowding will continue to pose a problem, the new school classrooms. Plans call for the building’s exterior to be Community Council’s board of directors. will provide significant relief. constructed of two-tone masonry and concrete, graced by Mancuso told the audience that the Board plans to an arched doorway with a clock tower. The grounds will go to bid sometime in May or June. Construction should feature a sunken garden. In all, the building will cover Ernie Banks Comes to Warren Park

By Sandi Price

n a blustery morning in April, eager children waited O to meet Chicago Cubs baseball legend Ernie Banks. It was the grand opening of Warren Park’s nine new batting cages. The batting cages (located at the west end of Warren Park) were available for the kids to practice their swings before the start of the 2001 sea- son. Banks, who agreed to come out and sign auto- graphs for the neighbors, was energetic and really enjoyed talking to the youth of Rogers Park. Everyone was given a baseball donated by the Chicago Park District for Mr. Cub to sign. CubsCare was on hand dis- tributing official Cubs baseball caps, and one lucky winner received a Cubs baseball mitt. Also on hand was Larry Estes, owner of Flukys (6821 N. Western), who donated hot dogs, chips and soft drinks for the participants. The batting cages include slow, medium and fast pitch and machines that pitch both baseballs and soft- balls. There is a staff member on hand selling tokens. You get 15 pitches for each $1 token. You can also rent the cage for $30 per hour. What a great way to practice Adults (left to right): Ernie Banks, Rodger Konow (North Region Manager), David Doig for the baseball season! (Superintendent of the Parks), and John McDonough (Vice President of the Chicago Cubs. Kids (random order): Leah Rutter-Blasdell, Trevor Fogaty, Lauren Baer, Dillon Gray, Daniel Gillespie, Sandi Price is the Associate Director of the Rogers Park Community Council and mother of an 11-year old little leaguer Renada Gomez, James Ito, and Sadie Belica. The kids are from St. James Lutheran School. who loves the new batting cages.

ROGERS PARK 2000 9 The JOY Group Adds Property Management Services

s the wave of condo conversions washes over A Rogers Park and the adjacent neighborhoods and the demand for quality property management ser- vices increases, RPCC member Jim Yeaman, president of The JOY Group, has added property management ser- vices to his company’s offerings. Yeaman, a resident of Rogers Park for the last eleven years, and the former Associate General Secretary Membership Services for Rotary International, founded The JOY Group in 1993. For nearly five years, Yeaman has been involved with Lincoln Property Company, the country’s sixth largest commercial property management company. During that time, he served as the assistant property manager at 55 West Wacker Drive and 645 North Michigan Avenue and most recently, as property manager for O’Hare Corporate Towers. “I feel that my background in commercial real estate management, coupled with my work as an organi- zation services professional, makes for a good combina- tion of qualities to serve the property management needs of small to medium sized condominium associations in Rogers Park, Edgewater, and adjacent neighborhoods,” said Yeaman. For more information on the property management services available from The JOY Group, visit their web- site: http://www.joygroup.com, or write them at The JOY Group, Post Office Box 60001, Chicago, IL 60660-0001. Telephone: (773) 338-5600. Fax: (773) 338-4842. E-mail: [email protected].

BEHIV Moves *Minutes from LU, Loop and Evanston *Coconuts Music *Foster Brother’s *Barnes and Noble Bookstore EHIV (Better Existence with HIV) announces the *Subway *Endless Summer Tanning *Perfect 1-Hour Photo B opening of a new office in Rogers Park at 6924 N. *Loyola Copy Center *Manufacturer’s Bank Glenwood, just one block south of the Morse “L” stop. BEHIV has a twelve-year history of providing HIV RE/MAX NorthCoast Realty * Stanley H. Kaplan Learning Center prevention services and case management services for *Free Parking for Patrons persons with AIDS from its offices in Evanston. BEHIV has formerly operated offices on Howard Street and on Clark Street. These offices have been consolidated into the current Glenwood Avenue location. BEHIV provides HIV prevention and education ser- vices from the Glenwood office. Free and anonymous HIV testing is provided on Tuesday and Thursday after- noons from 2 to 6pm. Free and anonymous syringe exchange is provided on Wednesday afternoons from 3 to 7pm. Prevention case management services and sub- stance abuse counseling and referral are also provided from the Glenwood office. Free condoms and other risk reduction supplies and materials are provided at the office on a drop-in basis. Various support groups are also pro- vided throughout the week. The office is open on Mondays and Fridays from 9am to 5pm, on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9am to 6pm and on Wednesdays from 9am to 7pm. For additional information, please call (773) 381-6300. Persons living with AIDS and who are in need of Managed by Draper and Kramer, Incorporated mental health services, case management or housing services should contact BEHIV’s Evanston office at (847) 475-2115.

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ROGERS PARK 2000 11 Rogers Park A Neighborhood Odyssey

By Robert Winston

hen those of us who live in hood know that we can buy a sari or pina- W Rogers Park are asked why we ta; discover falafel, jalea, or jerk like our neighborhood, we might chicken. We can attend the mosque, tem- say, “I was born and raised here.” “It has ple, church or synagogue of our choice, Rogers Park a great lake.” “I can play golf within walk- and hear the languages and music from ing distance of my house.” We might say, Columbia, Thailand, Belize, Haiti, Bosnia “I work at Loyola University, S&C Electric or 80 other countries. Company, the 24th District Police District, On May 5th, we came together to cel- or the Rogers Park Community Council … ebrate our diversity and our Spirit of COMMUNITY and it’s an easy commute.” All of us have Rogers Park – a spirit that is reflected in our reasons. But overwhelmingly, we our entrepreneurialism, volunteerism and would all add, “I like the neighborhood citizenship. Awards were presented to because of its diversity, its texture, its feel- people who represent what is special COUNCIL ing that the real world is right here” in this about our community. Whether its work- 1.2 square-mile area. ing with children, offering quality retail ser- Well, congratulations Rogers Park! vices, or creating a safer place to live: The Rogers Park Community Council (RPCC) is a non-profit organiza- Early census reports what all of us have Rogers Park is a neighborhood odyssey tion, founded in 1952 to improve the quality of life in Rogers Park through known for a long time. Rogers Park is and each of us make it a place to live in social, civic and educational purposes which foster urban renewal, what this country should be about – a with pride and enthusiasm! community that thrives in its diversity. In health and welfare, public safety and community organization. The this little neighborhood of 63,000 resi- Rogers Park . . . We are the World! RPCC is a multi-issue, community-based member organization repre- dents, Rogers Park equals the City’s 3.5 million representation of multiple cultures, Robert Winston serves as president of the senting residents, businesses, and organizations. The RPCC’s primary values, backgrounds, and ideas. Those of Rogers Park Community Council. service area is Lake Michigan to Western Avenue - Devon Avenue to the us who live in this wonderful neighbor- City limits on the north. The RPCC is governed by a 26-member, volun- teer Board of Directors who either live or work in Rogers Park. A highly professional, knowledgeable and caring staff implements services and Rogers Park Community programs. Council (RPCC)

Housing Action Program called to the home for a domestic bat- Focus on Housing and Senior Services HAP works with tenants and land- tery, VASP provides follow-up ser- lords to develop solutions to housing vices with information on the Illinois By Lorraine Dostal problems in an effort to provide safe Domestic Violence Act and works our Community Council has been an the age of 60 – both renters and home- and affordable homes. HAP works with the survivor to obtain an Order of Y advocate for quality housing for all of owners – may have health and safety with all types of housing, including Protection. An employment assis- Rogers Park and a provider of assis- related repairs performed by licensed con- multi-family, single-family and mixed- tance program has been developed in tance to senior citizens with regard to their tractors at the City’s expense. Example of housing needs for many years. Some of such repairs and improvements include use, and it targets buildings that are cooperation with Friends of Battered our programs are delivered through the stairway hand-rails, bathroom grab-bars, deteriorating or are unsafe. Poorly Women and their Children. Rogers Park Community Development improved locks and peep-holes, and maintained buildings are often Corporation (RPCDC) while others are replacement of unsafe floor and stairway direct programs of RPCC. areas. Accessibility and safety in the referred to Chicago’s housing court in Rogers Park Youth Network RPCC’s Housing Action Initiatives home are the key issues. The Council for order to advocate for improvements. 24th District Program promotes quality rental housing the Jewish Elderly is also RPCC’s partner RPYN is a network of service and gang-free, drug-free neighborhoods in service to the senior residents at 1528 Senior Initiatives Program providers providing afterschool recre- by advising landlords on tenant screening W. Morse senior apartments. and monitoring buildings in Housing Court RPCDC’s trained advisors assist SIP provides outreach and referrals to ational and social growth programs to (for city building code violations) and homebuyers in our community. The residents of Rogers Park over the age youth in the 24th Police District. In a Gang and Drug Task Force proceedings process of applying for a mortgage, find- of 60. In cooperation with the Council wonderful space donated by Loyola (which involve criminal activity as well as ing an attorney, and negotiating with a real for Jewish Elderly, a wellness and University Chicago, youth engage in code violations). estate agent can be daunting. RPCDC RPCC staff members work closely offers small-group classes as well as one- resource center has opened at 1528 fun and educational activities. with the 24th Police District, CAPS volun- on-one meetings to guide home buyers in W. Morse. SIP provides Housing teers, the Aldermanic offices and other a) pre-qualifying for a mortgage loan, b) Repairs for Accessible and Community Awareness & Pride city agencies to secure the cooperation of selecting a real estate agent, c) finding a landlords – by voluntary means or by home that fits their needs and ability to Independent Living (H-RAIL) and Program court ordered mandates. In 1999, the pay and, d) closing the deal. This service hires contractors to make alterations CAPP works to increase the knowl- community was successful in “encourag- is particularly important to middle and low- and/or improvements in homes and edge of and participation in neighbor- ing” a bad landlord to sell all of his proper- income families who may qualify for spe- apartments to enable seniors to live hood issues by community residents in ties in Rogers Park to new owners. Chris cial financing packages. Thanks to a grant Vakil had owned and managed several from the Irving Stern Foundation, these safely and remain independent in our order to improve the quality of life in buildings that were havens for gang and classes will be offered in Spanish and community. Rogers Park. Specifically, CAPP pub- drug activity. Community activists were Bosnian this fall. RPCDC offers counsel- lishes and distributes a free newspa- successful in having Vakil’s Section 8 cer- ing on reverse mortgages. Reverse mort- Youth Intervention Program per - Rogers Park 2000, works with tification revoked due to his lack of gages are a way seniors can utilize the cooperation to correct the dangerous con- equity in their homes for living expenses. YIP works to prevent and reduce community policing advocates to ditions at his properties. The new owners As always, an educated consumer is less juvenile delinquency, youth crime and increase public safety, initiates orga- were successful in evicting problem ten- likely to fall fictim to predatory lending. gang affiliation. The program works nizing campaigns, and supports com- ants and correcting code violations. In RPCC is also working with the 2000-01, the community is engaged with Department of Housing and the City with local elementary schools to pro- munity volunteer improvements includ- a fraudulent condo-converter whose build- Treasurer’s office to provide educational vide short-term, behavior modifica- ing neighborhood gardens and recre- ings are in physical disrepair and havens workshops to help people avoid predatory tion counseling as well as violence ation centers. for gang and drug activity. RPCC is a key lenders and to provide resources for peo- and substance abuse prevention edu- player in these community efforts as well ple who feel the may have already fallen as on-going dialog with owners of “prob- into this trap. cation. Rogers Park Community lem buildings”. The 1528 W. Morse senior You can participate in the Rogers Development Corporation apartment building is another “success Park Community Council’s efforts to pro- Victim Advocacy Support Program RPCDC is a non-profit corporation story” for RPCC. This building was also a mote quality housing and senior services VASP assists survivors of violent working to create and expand afford- haven for gang and drug activity until the by becoming a member of RPCC and by owner abandoned it and a new owner was volunteering your time with your block crime with information, support and able housing and economic develop- found who rehabbed the property as club, CAPS activities or RPCC – together advocacy. In partnership with the ment opportunities in our community. affordable housing for income qualified we can make Rogers Park a good place to Chicago Police Department’s 24th The Home Ownership Assistance residents over the age of 55. live, work and raise a family. RPCC and the Council for the Jewish District, Council for Jewish Elderly, Center provides first-time buyer, Elderly (CJE) have been partners for Lorraine Dostal is a long-time member of and Friends of Battered Women, default prevention, reverse mortgage, many years in serving senior citizens in the Jargowood Block Club, a member of the VASP offers an innovative follow-up property management, and condo- Rogers Park. Both CJE and RPCC pro- board of directors of the Rogers Park program for survivors of domestic vio- minium training programs. vide home repair services to senior citi- Community Council and a member of the zens under the City of Chicago’s H-RAIL Rogers Park 2000 editorial committee. lence. Each time a police officer is program. Income qualified people over

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Spirit of Business Spirit of Community Safety Around The Clock Ed Barrezueta & Altaira Plonis Around the Clock (1605 W. Howard) was nominated Ed Barrezueta & Altaira Plonis were married in by neighbors for their efforts to provide quality retail ser- September of 1999 and soon after joined with family vices to the Howard Street community. Around the Clock members to purchase a two-flat in Rogers Park. Because has provided retail services to Howard Street for the last of their interests in making their neighborhood a safer twelve years. Last year, the store was totally renovated place to live, they quickly joined the Jargowood Block with a $100,000 invest- Club. As problems were identified in their immediate ment in our neighbor- block, Ed and Altaira joined with their neighbors to form hood. Today, Around JAFA (Jarvis Ashland Fargo Ashland Neighborhood the Clock has an open, Watch). Formed in March 2000, JAFA brings neighbors clean and welcoming together to move from complaining into acting! They feeling; it displays a believe that through developing relationships and wide array of spirits and resources, improve- sodas accompanied by ments can be made. a full line of snack and Some problems they convenience foods. identified were dog Around the Clock’s staff fighting and prostitution is knowledgeable, cour- in Dubkin Park. Ed and teous and friendly. Altaira worked with Owner Ed Suleiman is committed to the Rogers Park neighbors to develop an community; he regularly participates with local organiza- action plan that included tions and contributes to local community events. He is an closing the park until active volunteer with the 24th District CAPS program, improvements can be Beat 2422 and the Howard Street Safety Committee. made such as new fenc- Ed’s motto is to provide quality goods and professional ing and landscaping. services to his customers. For his efforts, the Rogers They have worked with the Rogers Park Community Park Community Council is pleased to recognize Ed Council on the problem Kakvand buildings. And they Suleiman and Around the Clock with the Spirit of joined with neighbors and CAPS to create “good guy loi- Business Award. tering” to move criminal activity from their area. Because of their efforts to make Rogers Park a safer place to live, 2001 Spirit of Business Ed Barrezueta and Altaira Plonis are true examples of the Leona’s Daughter’s Restaurant Spirit of Rogers Park and we are honored to present to Leona’s Daughter’s Restaurant (6935 N. Sheridan) them the Spirit of Rogers Park Award for Community opened 14 years ago. It is a Rogers Park favorite with a Safety. wide variety of tasty treats. But Leona’s is more than just great food; Leona’s is also a great neighbor. Last year, we Spirit of Cultural Arts received a letter from a Mary Tatro woman who wrote of a Mary Tatro came to the North Lakeside Cultural horrific incident. Her 84- Center four years ago when its board was facing a difficult year old father was question – can a cultural arts center survive in the unable to call for a ride Edgewater / Rogers Park community? Within a very home. In deteriorated short time, regular theatre, music, literary and visual arts health, he walked sever- programs were honoring al blocks, going store- the diversity of artistry to-store asking for help residing in this — the to make a phone call. most culturally dynamic He was frightened and area of the City. The felt his legs were giving vision expressed the out, but fortunately he creative traditions of the was able to hobble another three or four blocks to Leona’s people of our neighbor- Daughter’s. There he was not only offered a telephone, hood. The value of this but also a cup of coffee and a meal; while a staff member unity and cross-cultural sat with him until his daughter arrived. understanding in a com- The story continues. Two months later, this same munity with diverse cul- family went to Leona’s for dinner. After a marvelous meal, tural, economic and they found that they could not get their car out of a snow- political differences cannot be measured. Mary’s man- drift. The manager and two staff members came to their agerial skills have placed the Center in sound financial

ard recipients rescue once again and helped get the car out safely. standing. She has worked to develop important commu- This story reminds us that a true community busi- nity relationships that promote the Center’s future suc- ness is more than just a place to purchase nice things or cess. Her love and support of the community is what

w have a great meal. It’s a place where people care about holds the Center together and her spirit shines in the cre- their neighbors. We are honored to recognize Leona’s ative work of the North Lakeside Cultural Center. Daughters for their Rogers Park Spirit. a Spirit of Education Spirit of Community Building Little People’s Daycare Michael Glasser The Children are our Future. This is just one of the Michael Glasser is a neighborhood developer who personal philosophies of George and Marlena Bansa, gives more than just quality housing to our neighborhood. owners of Little People Daycare & Kindergarten (7019 N. For two years, Michael has served as president of Rogers). George and Marlena purchased the Rogers the Rogers Park Builders Group and through his leader- Park daycare program in 1979. It was then operated in a ship has worked to build a bridge to the development small storefront near Howard Street. As word about their Spirit of Rogers Park community. Michael’s goal is to put a human face program spread, more on the developer. He believes that many people have and more parents called characterized developers as outsiders just trying to make for placement and the money in Rogers Park. Michael wants the community to Bansa’s found that they know that many proper- needed to expand their ty owners are commit- program to meet the ted to providing quality community need. In What is the Spirit of Rogers Park? housing and thereby 1999, they purchased a making Rogers Park a 14-bedroom building It is . . . better place to live. that was once a group Michael has been busy home for the disabled. creating community Making more than a Enthusiasm for a neighborhood; partnerships and dialog $600,000 financial between the for-profit investment into the community along with hours of sweat and at-large community, equity, the Bansa’s now offer Rogers Park wonderful day- The best and purest part of our state of mind; as well as working to care, kindergarten, afterschool, and HeadSTART pro- develop a dynamic web- grams for 101 children aged 3 to 12 and employ a pro- The attitude and ability to make site, www.rogerspark.com. His goal is to promote our fessionally trained staff of 14. community in its most favorable light and show how Marlena and George believe that children will soak positive change; Rogers Park is unique. Michael is the president of up all the learning we can give them. Little People’s mis- Magellan Properties, which owns and manages 300 units sion is to provide a nurturing environment where children of housing throughout the county. He lives in Rogers Park learn positive thinking, build a strong self-image and Exemplified by acts of integrity; in a 20-unit building he purchased in the late 80’s with his develop a love for themselves while doing it. For their father. Michael says that Rogers Park has always been a efforts to provide an educational and supportive environ- The vital essence of life in a unique wonderful place to come home to and is committed to ment for little people, we honor George and Marlena making his building and his community a better place to Bansa with the Spirit of Rogers Park Award. geographic area; live. We honor Michael Glasser for his spirit of communi- ty building. Redefined by Rogers Park every day! continued on page 13

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Spirit of a Good Neighbor Lillian Miller Mary Hopkins Spirit! The word personifies Lillian Miller. Lillian has been volunteering with Friends Mary Hopkins came to Rogers Park as a student at Mundelein College almost 30 of Battered Women and their Children since they first began to offer direct services in years ago. After graduation, she became a permanent resident and a neighbor extraor- 1991. Every Thursday morning, from 9 am until noon, Lillian compassionately and con- dinaire. Mary has been active with Touhy Park, the 49th Ward Zoning and Planning sistently provides crisis line callers with support, information, referrals and an empathet- Advisory Committees and has served as a co-chair of Jargowood Block Club where she ic ear. For over 15 years, Lillian has been committed to organized many block parties and neighborhood ending domestic violence by initially volunteering her events. For the last two years, she has served the time at a local, domestic violence shelter and now with community in her role of Park Supervisor at Loyola Friends. Park and is responsible for all of our lakefront parks Lillian retired from her career as a Chicago Public from Loyola University to the City limits. Mary loves the School teacher and has since continued to give back to fact that Rogers Park is filled with neighborhood parks her community. Her support of Friends has been unwa- at the beach and works hard to make sure that they are vering. In addition to her consistent and dedicated well maintained. With her staff of 13, Mary has worked Crisis Line schedule, Lillian has also raised over $500 to bring innovative programming to the park. In addi- for their “Step Out to Stop Abuse” walkathon. Lillian tion to a large variety of recreational and social pro- has been an important and valuable resource in net- grams at the park, we can look forward to a mother & working Friends and its clients with other organizations son dance later this month and an outdoor movie in the in our community. park this summer. The field house has recently been A commitment to community service defines the made handicapped accessible so that additional programs can be developed in the spirit of Rogers Park and Lillian has embodied this spirit throughout the past 15 years. future. Mary Hopkins brings commitment and passion to our community. We thank Mary Lillian’s efforts to educate, advocate, and dedicate herself to the cause of ending domes- for all her work to make Rogers Park a great place to live and we honor her Spirit with tic violence in our community is why she received the Spirit of Rogers Park Award for this Award. Volunteerism.

Spirit of Leadership Spirit of Volunteerism Sr. Carolyn Farrel, BVM Gwen Nordgren Sr. Carolyn Farrel, BVM is an associate vice president of Loyola University Chicago Gwen Nordgren was born in west Rogers Park and lived in East Rogers Park all her and the director of the Gannon Center for Women and Leadership. The Center was life. A graduate of St. Scholastica Academy, Gwen is a member of its President’s founded following the merger of Mundelein College with Loyola University and continues Council. In that role she presents workshops for the board of directors and in the school’s the spirit and tradition of the college to support and encourage women in leadership Women’s Spirituality Series. Gwen and husband, Phil, roles. Among Sr. Farrell’s accomplishments is the have raised their two children here. During that time, Institute of Women and Leadership which organizes an she spearheaded a fine arts program of famous annual conference in Rogers Park to strengthen painters for the St. Jerome’s Parents Club. Many women’s roles as leaders in today’s society; and the moons ago, Gwen served as a volunteer with the creation of the Gannon Center Women’s Network Howard / Paulina Development Corporation. When the which offers opportunities for networking and mentor- organization was called upon to expand to a communi- ing in areas of women’s achievement and leadership. ty-wide economic development corporation, Gwen The Center also embraces university women’s studies worked with the organization to form DevCorp North and maintains research archives that include the col- where she served as President and then Executive lections of Chicago and Midwestern women’s organi- Director. She has served on the advisory board of the zations and women who are leaders in the areas of Rogers Park / West Ridge Historical Society, as well as civic, educational, religious, and business life. Sr. the board of directors of Howard Area Community Farrell embodies the spirit of the former Mundelein Center and Wisdom Bridge Theatre. She has dedicated her time and energies into mak- College and is opening the doors to the future of the Center through her work and com- ing our neighborhood a better place to live. Gwen is a co-founder of Forum 49 and is mitment to issues affecting women in leadership. We are pleased to present the Spirit of working to facilitate government accountability and community discussion. Gwen’s Rogers Park Award for Leadership to Sr. Carolyn Farrell, BVM. enthusiasm for Rogers Park and her years of dedication are honored with a Spirit of Rogers Park Award for volunteerism. Spirit of Leadership Reverend Mark Sorvillo Spirit of Youth Development Father Mark Sorvillo has been the pastor of St. Margaret Mary’s Parish (2324 W. Ginger Spitzer Chase) for the past seven years. Under his leadership, the parish and school are viable Ginger Spitzer’s official title is director of youth pro- and active in supporting the community. Father Sorvillo grams for the Howard Area Community Center, but is known for his work to encourage leadership. He is a those words don’t even begin to convey the wealth of delegator who puts trust in the people he works with. talent, dedication and enthusiasm with which she has He saw the value of a faith-based education long graced that position for the last two and a half years. before the government acknowledged its importance. Ginger has undergraduate and advanced degrees Family values are not only taught during the school NO PICTURE in English Literature, she is a certified aerobics instruc- day, but also in the many after school programs. He AVAILABLE tor and she has traveled extensively all over the world. worked with his parish to assure that there would be As everyone who knows her can attest, Ginger Catholic education available in our community for the approaches any task that confronts her with creativity congregation. and energy, no matter how challenging it may seem to Father Sorvillo works with his parish to see that others—which is why we may find Ginger escorting her the physical plant is maintained in a way that compli- Sullivan High School kids to venues ranging from the ments the residential community. He has a tremen- movies to the ski slopes to the symphony. When obstacles loom before her, Ginger will dous sense of hospitality and works to welcome new people to the congregation. For his not be deterred and always finds a way to get whatever she needs for her kids, from leadership, we recognize Pastor Mark Sorvillo with the Spirit of Rogers Park Award. transportation to grant funding. Her participation in the 24th Police District’s Peer Jury program was vital to its impressive success. Spirit of Partnership It may be a terrible cliché, but it must be said: Ginger truly lives up to her name by Officer Tomi Methipara bringing spice and zest to all she endeavors. It is an honor to recognize her Spirit with Officer Tomi Methipara joined the Chicago Police Department in December 1992. the award for Youth Development. After completing his probationary assignment successfully, he was assigned to the 24th District and for six years was a beat officer in Beat 2413. Two years ago, Tomi was Spirit of Youth Development assigned to the Community Policing Office of Chicago’s 24th District and almost imme- Noorjehan Bhojani diately began work on problem buildings. Sensing the acute shortage of attention given to From day one on this assignment, Officer Methipara threw himself into working with the needs of “Special Children”, Noorjehan Bhojani the beat teams, block clubs, building committees and the Rogers Park Community joined with other volunteers to establish a support Council. One of his strengths is how he researches every problem and uses every group to address the needs of mentally and physically resource at the police department’s disposal to attack the criminal factors that contribute challenged children at the Ismaili Center (1124 W. to dangerous and unsafe housing. Tomi maintains Rosemont). It was an uphill battle in the beginning but complete and meticulous notes of every conversation she persevered and reached out to many city and civic and meeting he’s ever had. He has learned the ins- organizations for assistance. Today, a group of 20 fam- and-outs of the city’s somewhat-short-of-marvelous ilies meet weekly to exchange ideas and lend support databases in his efforts to locate legal owners and to each other. Parents of these children are motivated mortgage holders of targeted buildings. He investi- to participate by organizing various outdoor activities gates every complaint of criminal activity tied to a build- with their families. Noorjehan is a champion for the ing and prepares a monthly submission list for the cause of these children with the school system to pro- review of the Drug and Gang House Enforcement sec- vide special education programs within the school; and has worked with families to estab- tion of the City. He regularly meets with landlords to lish trust funds to provide for their security. For the last four years, Noorjehan has aver- work with them if they are looking for help, and he puts aged 2 hours a day of selfless and dedicated work on this project and spends most of the fear of God into them if they aren’t. her weekends participating in organized activities for the children. We honor Noorjehan Officer Tomi Methipara has enabled our communi- Bhojani with a Spirit of Rogers Park Award for Youth Development for her commitment ty to see their collaboration with the police lead to con- and dedication to the Special Children of our community. crete, positive results. In other words, landlords have been ordered to immediately cor- rect violations and curtail criminal activity! In one case, a landlord has begun serving time in Cook County Jail for failure to obey court orders. Tomi has proven himself, time and again, to be one of the most valuable partners Rogers Park could have, which is why we honor him with the Spirit of Rogers Park Partnership Award. 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Spirit of Rogers Park Award Sponsors SPIRIT OF ROGERS PARK Thank you to our business and organizational RAFFLE AND SILENT AUCTION CONTRIBUTORS sponsors of the Spirit of Rogers Park Awards. Accent Chicago Lifeline Theatre 1st Commercial Bank 6912 N. Glenwood, Chicago Spirit of Business Sponsor — Leona’s Daughters Adler Planetarium Restaurant 1300 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago Live Bait Theatre 3914 N. Clark, Chicago Alderman Joe Moore Community Investment Corporation 7356 N. Greenview, Chicago Loyola Press Spirit of Youth Development Sponsor – Ginger 3441 N. Ashland, Chicago Spitzer Angus Restaurant 7555 N. Western, Chicago LuLu’s 626 Davis, Evanston Devon Bank Ann Sather Spirit of Community Safety Sponsor — Ed Barrezueta 929 W. Belmont and 2665 N. Clark, Chicago Mail Boxes Etc. & Altaira Plonis 1555 Sherman, Evanston Around the Clock Liquors Gullivers Restaurant 1605 W. Howard, Chicago Marriott Downtown 540 N. Michigan, Chicago Spirit of Volunteerism Sponsor — Lillian Miller Auditorium Theatre Council 50 E. Congress Parkway, Chicago Moody’s Pub Hispanic Housing Development Corporation 5910 N. Broadway, Chicago Spirit of Leadership Sponsor — Reverend Mark BoRics Haircare Sorvillo Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago Architecture Foundation 220 E. Chicago, Chicago 224 S. Michigan, Suite 368, Chicago Kassis Realty Museum of Science and Industry Spirit of Education Sponsor — Little People’s Chicago BlackHawks 57th Street & Lake Shore Drive, Chicago Daycare & 1901 W. Madison, Chicago Kindergarten Northwestern Athletics & Recreation Chicago Brauhaus 1501 Central, Evanston 4732-34 N. Lincoln, Chicago LaSalle Bank Old Town School of Folk Music Spirit of Good Neighbor Sponsor — Mary Hopkins Chicago Bulls 4544 N. Lincoln, Chicago 1901 W. Madison, Chicago Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) Papa John’s Pizza Chicago Children’s Museum Spirit of Partnership Sponsor — Officer Tomi 1745 Benson, Evanston Methipara 700 E. Grand, Suite 127, Chicago Patti Sugrue Chicago City Centre 5412 N. Clark, #212, Chicago Loyola University Chicago 300 E. Ohio, Chicago Spirit of Leadership Sponsor — Sr. Carolyn Farrel, Performing Arts Chicago Chicago Historical Society BVM 410 S. Michigan, Chicago Clark Street at North Avenue, Chicago Piven Theatre Workshop Manufacturer’s Bank Chicago White Sox 927 Noyes, Evanston Spirit of Youth Development Sponsor —Noorjehan 333 W. 35th Street, Chicago Bhojani RE/MAX NorthCoast Realty Cingular Wireless 6439 N. Sheridan, #266, Chicago Markle Development, Inc 170 W. Ontario, Chicago Rep. Harry Osterman Rogers Park Community Council Sponsor Columbia College Theatre Center 5535 N. Broadway, Chicago 72 E. 11th Street, Chicago RE/MAX NorthCoast Realty Rep. Julie Hamos Conn’s Catering Spirit of Volunteerism Sponsor — Gwen Nordgren 1312 Chicago, Evanston 1535 W. Devon, Chicago Rogers Park Builders Group Shedd Aquarium Devon Bank Spirit of Community Building Sponsor —Michael 1200 S. Lake Shore Drive, Chicago 6445 N. Western, Chicago Glasser Spertus Institute of Jewish Studies Dixie Kitchen and Bait Shop 618 S. Michigan, Chicago Urban Residential 825 Church, Evanston Spirit of Cultural Arts Sponsor — Mary Tatro Starbucks Coffee Company East Bank Club 6738 N. Sheridan, Chicago 500 N. Kingsbury, Chicago Wirtz Realty Taste of Peru Spirit of Business — Around the Clock Liquors Eli’s Cheescake World 6545 N. Clark, Chicago 6701 Forest Preserve Drive, Chicago Terra Museum of American Art eta Creative Arts Foundation 664 N. Michigan, Chicago 7558 S. Chicago, Chicago The Oprah Winfrey Show Fantasy Hills Ranch 110 N. Carpenter, Chicago 4978 Town Hall Road, Delavan, WI The Second City The Rogers Park Fireside Restaurant 1616 N. Wells, Chicago 5739 N. Ravenswood, Chicago Theatre Building Community Council Fondue Stube 1225 W. Belmont, Chicago 2717 W. Peterson, Chicago Tommy Gun’s Garage is one of Chicago’s Giordano’s 1239 S. State, Chicago 308 W. Randolph, Suite 400, Chicago most prestigious Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding Good’s of Evanston 230 W. North, Chicago 714 Main, Evanston community-based Universal Video Gullivers Restaurant 6649 N. Clark, Chicago organizations. 2727 W. Howard, Chicago Uptown National Bank Harris Bank 4753 N. Broadway, Chicago 6538 N. Sheridan, Chicago Vogue Fabrics Become Jan Schakowsky 718-32 Main, Evanston 5533 N. Broadway, Chicago Wendella Sightseeing Co. JR Dessert Bakery 400 N. Michigan, Chicago 2841 W. Howard, Chicago a Member Wishbone King Crab 1001 W. Washington, Chicago 1816 W. Halsted, Chicago Zanies Leona’s 1548 N. Wells, Chicago Now! 1936 W. Augusta, Chicago Remember to support these businesses and organizations! Call 773.338.RPCC for more information.

ROGERS PARK 2000 15 Tips for Selecting an Assisted Living

Residence By Mary Ann Manion

ose, 83, has lived alone since resident ratio? Are the employees R her husband passed away. trained in the needs of the elderly? Until recently, she managed Notice how the workers treat each fairly well on her own until a fall in the resident and each other. bathroom left her shaky and needing some help with bathing. She won’t What about meals? Today’s assist- move in with her children, because ed living facilities have dining rooms she doesn’t want to be a burden. that match the ambience and food Although Rose needs some help, she quality of top restaurants. Residents definitely isn’t ready for a nursing typically are offered two meals a day home. in a dining room and should have a This increasingly familiar sce- choice of menu selections. If special nario has created a tremendous diets are important, make sure that demand for assisted living facilities the kitchen can accommodate these that provide safe housing and help needs. with everyday tasks. The fastest- growing segment of the American How can I be assured my parents population is those 85 years old or won’t get bored or lonely? Assisted older, and a good percentage are living facilities recognize that today’s vital, savvy consumers. The housing elderly are in better health than gen- industry is constructing facilities to erations before. They are more active, satisfy this new demographic group. want to meet new friends and are The new elderly and their adult eager for new experiences. Families children dislike an institutional image should ask to see an activity calendar and demand attractive and home-like and find out what a typical day is like. facilities. To help those contemplating a move to an assisted living resi- Is location important? If the resi- dence, the following questions can be dence meets all your other criteria useful. such as physical appearance, staff, meals and activities, select the one How do I know when it’s time to most conveniently located to you. look into assisted living? Perhaps Regular visits are important to older an accident or surgery has made it adults. The closer the apartment is to more difficult for an older relative to the family, the more likely are frequent get by on his or her own. Do they visits by the children and grandchil- need reminders to eat nutritious dren. meals or want peace of mind knowing that someone is nearby 24 hours a What if my parent disagrees about day? An assisted living facility is a a move to an assisted living facili- good choice if the family is concerned ty? Determining that it is time to seek about maintaining healthy habits and an assisted living apartment and pick- personal safety. The staff handles ing one that feels right should be a regular safety checks, medication joint decision between parent and reminders and help with grooming adult child. If there is a disagreement, and other personal care chores. a housing consultation with a trained professional can help both sides get What are some important clues in their views aired and lead to an agree- selecting a residence? Make sure able resolution. the overall surroundings are clean and attractive. Do the apartments Mary Ann Manion is the director of have a private bath and kitchen? Are the Weinberg Community for Senior there landscaped grounds and gar- Living. She holds a Masters degree in dens? The training and attitude of business and Health Administration. For staff is crucial. Be sure to ask if there further information about CJE services, is a registered nurse on the premises please call (773) 508-1000. 24 hours a day. What is the staff to

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Evanston. The subject was placed under arrest and Schaedel were directed to a battery in progress. Due to Police Officer brought into the 24th District for processing. their quick response, the officers met a victim who was Due to the officers’ keen sense of observation and able to direct them to two gang members who were determination, a theft offender was apprehended and attacking three individuals and robbing them of property charged with Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle. and money. After a short foot chase, the officers took one of the Month of the offenders into custody. One of the victims suffered March 2000 a broken rib and a collapsed lung. Aid was immediately Police officers often find themselves in situations given to this victim who was taken to St. Francis Hospital n April 29, 2001, the 24th District Advisory where they are asked to make spilt second decisions that for treatment. Committee and 24th District Community Policing determine whether a criminal gets away or is held The action taken by these officers minimized the O accountable for the horrible crimes he commits. injuries sustained by the victims and is the reason a dan- office presented awards to police officers and citi- zens who have helped to make the 24th District a great While on routine patrol in March, Officer Ed Kelly was gerous subject was charged and removed from the place to live, work and raise a family. Twelve incidents flagged down by a victim of a robbery. The victim had streets. were selected - one for each month of year 2000. been punched in the face and pushed to the ground. Her purse had been ripped from her hands. June 2000 January 2000 Officer Kelly observed a subject running from the Police officers often have to rely on a sixth sense that This incident is a perfect example of the dangers scene and gave chase on foot as he broadcast the comes from experience and a desire to protect the public. encountered by police officers on a daily basis and the description of the suspect to fellow officers. As assist The performance of Officers Mary Nanninga and Jeffrey need for their complete attention to surroundings. units arrived, Officer Kelly single-handedly apprehended Stankus exemplifies the professionalism and dedication While patrolling an area where many burglaries were the robber in a rear yard on Norwood. which we expect from Chicago Police Officers. occurring, a suspicious subject carrying a bag was Officer Kelly was able to recover the proceeds from While working on the afternoon watch in June 2000, observed by Officers Thomas Carr and Thomas Kolman. the crime, locate a witness to the incident and obtain an Officers Nanninga and Stankus were driving south on the The bag contained a video play station, which the subject oral admission from this criminal. The offender was 7100 block of Clark when they saw a man standing along admitted did not belong to him. charged and booked for Strong Arm Robbery. side a parked car with his head in the driver’s side win- As the officers continued their interview, the subject dow. The driver seemed to be struggling with the man. attempted to place his hand inside his coat pocket; the April 2000 As the officers approached, the subject took flight. The officers prevented him from doing this. The officers were Officer Jordan Kitover did not receive the award of officers initiated a foot pursuit and captured the offender suspicious and feared that the subject might be armed Police Officer of the Month for a specific incident of police a short distance from the scene. An investigation with a weapon. The officers observed this subject again work, but rather for doing it all. revealed that the officers had foiled an armed robbery; the attempting to place his hand within his coat, this time He is the daytime foot officer on Devon Avenue and offender had been holding a knife to the neck of the vic- Officer Carr stopped him. The subject then struck Officer has been superb in his ability to interact with so many dif- tim and had already removed a gold chain and wallet from Carr and attempted to flee the scene. ferent ethnic groups comprising the merchants and shop- the victim’s person. The victim suffered small cuts to his The officers conducted a search of the offender and pers along Devon. chin when he struggled with the offender. found a fully loaded .25 caliber semi-automatic handgun. One would think that this would be a full-time task, A check of the offender’s criminal background As the investigation unfolded, it became apparent that the but Officer Kitover also makes himself available as a revealed a long history of property and violent crimes. offender had attempted to gain control of the handgun “jack-of-all-trades”. Being computer-literate, he sets up while facing the officers. and updates databases for all offices within the 24th July 2000 Thanks to their attention to duty and their safety, an District. He also assists the District Manager administra- When we hear the words “good police work”, we armed offender and a handgun were taken off the streets tively on a regular basis. Officer Kitover plays a large part know that it means more than just officers responding to without serious injury to the officers involved. in most 24th District social activities, helping out in so calls. Many crimes are solved only through persistence many ways with events such as the annual picnic and hol- and the skillful interrogations of suspects. Officers Angel February 2000 iday party. Thanks to Officer Kitover for all of your efforts. Gotay and Demetrios Kolliopoulos are being commended On February 19th, 2000, while patrolling near for not only their alertness and quick actions but also for Howard and Ridge, Officers Robert Dietz and Thomas May 2000 their outstanding police work. Keane observed a subject commit several traffic viola- When someone is a victim of a crime, the time they In July 2000, these two officers noted the description tions. The officers ran the license plate and discovered wait for the police to respond can seem like an eternity. of an offender wanted in connection with a criminal dam- the car had been reported stolen from Mundelein, Illinois. Citizens depend upon the quick response of our officers age to vehicle which had just occurred near Devon and When the officers attempted to stop the vehicle, a short who serve and protect us every day. Officers Mary Gill Campbell. Responding, the officers observed a subject traffic pursuit ensued. The offender exited the vehicle and and Daniel Schaedel are recognized for their quick and fled on foot. Officers William Clucas and Nickolas Tavares effective response. continued on page 17 responded and located the offender under a porch in During the month of May 2000, Officers Gill and

ROGERS PARK 2000 17 Child Care Provider Appreciation Day Celebrated Proclamation made by State Senator Carol Ronen

llinois State Senator Carol Ronen and the Senate of family childcare providers receive no benefits of any The Early Childhood Network of Edgewater and I Democratic Caucus sponsored a proclamation official- kind. By calling attention to this issue, sponsors seek to Rogers Park (ECN) is one of the groups taking the time to ly including the State of Illinois in the national celebra- recognize high quality existing childcare programs and congratulate childcare teachers and early childhood care- tion of Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, celebrated highlight the need for expansion. givers of all types for their important work. Kate Sachnoff, May 11. The proclamation stressed the importance of Research confirms that the quality of care received the ECN Director, offers parents some ideas for thanking quality early childhood care and the need to recognize the by children in their early years is critical to their physical, their children’s caregivers, “bring some fruit or other small hard work of teachers of young children. Parents, policy social and academic development. As Senator Ronen gift of food intended only for the teacher(s) or babysitter; makers and politicians around the country celebrated the commented, “it is time for social and legislative policy to send or bring a card or thank you letter, signed by the par- day with parades, workshops, proclamations and simple keep pace with current evidence. Our future is worth the ents and the child; make a certificate of appreciation for “thank you” notes to local providers. investment and the caretakers of our future generation the caregiver(s); offer to volunteer in the classroom; or It is estimated that over 660,000 Illinois children deserve our gratitude and support.” frame a photo of the provider with your child.” It’s not too under age 6 are involved in a childcare program. Despite In Illinois, the General Assembly has taken action by late. the increasing need for quality childcare programs, creating the Great Start Program. It is designed to give For more information about Child Care Provider income and benefits in the field remain low and worker one-time income supplements to providers who have Appreciation Day nationwide, visit www.providerapprecia- turnover is alarmingly high – around 45% annually in remained in their positions for several years. However, tion.org. For more information about the Early Childhood Illinois. In Illinois, the average starting wage for early funding for this program remains low and many providers Network of Edgewater and Rogers Park, please visit childcare teachers is $7.40 per hour, and almost one-third are unable to access its benefits. www.earlychildhoodnetwork.org.

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Police of the Month continued from page 16 September 2000 home for a follow up investigation. The Officers were able When police officers arrive at a scene where a crime to locate the offender and recovered a fully loaded .25 fitting the description and initiated a stop. The suspect has just occurred and the offender has already fled, it caliber pistol. had a cellular phone and a flashlight for which he could becomes vital to conduct a thorough interview and broad- Thanks to the officers’ diligence and willingness to do not reasonably substantiate ownership. Unfortunately, a cast a straightforward description. This allows fellow offi- a thorough follow-up investigation, an offender was show-up with the witness to the incident to obtain a posi- cers to aggressively patrol the surrounding area and pro- placed into custody and a dangerous weapon was tive identification proved inconclusive. vides an opportunity for the suspect to be captured. removed from the community. A subsequent inspection of the vehicle revealed that In September of this past year, an armed robbery the passenger side window had been smashed out and occured on Lincoln Ave. The three offenders escaped in November 2000 the items in the offender’s possession were in fact taken a late model Chevrolet. The first officers at the scene put Tactical Officers Michael Conway and Steve from the vehicle. It was then through the officers skillful out a comprehensive flash message with descriptions of Czablewski provide us with an illustration of alertness, interrogation that a confession was obtained from the the offenders and direction of flight. Within minutes after dedication and professionalism. While patrolling, these offender and additional proceeds were recovered. the broadcast, Officers Francisco Connell and Robert officers were flagged down by a citizen who had just been Due to these officers’ tenacious efforts, a criminal Greif observed an occupied vehicle matching the wanted beaten and robbed by two offenders. The victim was active in the 24th District was arrested and charged with vehicle’s description. The officers radioed the zone, while placed in the squad car and a systematic search of the Felony Burglary to Auto. following the vehicle at a safe distance, preventing a area was initiated. During the search, the victim identified potentially dangerous chase. With the assistance of two persons on the street as the offenders. While placing August 2000 back-up units, the vehicle was easily curbed. The victim the subjects under arrest one of the subjects became vio- When facing a difficult situation, it is imperative that of the robbery was brought to the scene of the stop and lent and resisted the officers’ efforts to place him into cus- officers make quick and proper assessments. Their deci- positively identified the offenders. While this incident was tody. He was subsequently subdued without further inci- sions can make the difference between life and death. unfolding, Officers Daniel Garrity and Edward McGuire dent. This past August, Officers Gerald Swinkle, Thomas realized that an earlier armed robbery report they took As a result of the officers’ assertive approach to Hogan, Anthony Randazzo, Francis Drury and Sergeant may have been committed by the same offenders. The patrolling their area of responsibility, two subjects were Val Roytman responded to a “check the well-being” officers went to the home of the first victim and brought taken into custody only minutes after committing a violent request where they were met by the complainant who him to the scene of the street stop. This victim also posi- crime and they were charged with a felony. said that her brother left a suicide note and had not been tively identified the subjects as the men who had robbed heard from all day. The officers attempted to make con- him earlier. A search of the suspect’s vehicle revealed December 2000 tact and, after exhausting all possible avenues, decided to proceeds from both robberies, as well as a replica colored I think we would all agree that crimes committed make a forced entry. Upon entering the apartment, the automatic handgun. against children are the most horrific in our society. On victim was found laying face down on his bed. He December 30, 2000, Tactical Officers Patrick Brannigan, appeared to be dizzy and was holding a butcher knife. October 2000 Patrick Purdy and Ricardo Rivera monitored a flash mes- The officers took the knife out of the victim’s hand and Possibly the most dangerous job a police officer sage regarding a subject driving a white SUV who had took measures to keep him conscious. An ambulance responds to is a call of a domestic disturbance. Going just tried to abduct a child. By searching the area, the was summoned and the victim was taken to the hospital into an unknown situation where emotions are running vehicle was located and stopped. The officers detained for treatment. high is the position Officers Spiro Georgas and Joseph the driver; he was positively identified as the offender and Through sensitive interviewing, they learned that the Cannon found themselves in back in October 2000. charged with child abduction. victim was depressed over the loss of his job and suffer- Officer Georgas responded to a call of a domestic Thanks to the alert manner by which these officers ing from cancer. The victim had taken an entire bottle of disturbance. Upon arrival Officer Georgas found a bat- patrol the streets of Rogers Park, a predator of children Prozac in an effort to end his life. The officers’ quick tered women and immediately rendered aid. With care, was removed from our community. actions and response saved a troubled man and prevent- he interviewed the victim and gathered information on the ed the loss of a human life. perpetrator and the weapon he displayed. The following day officers Georgas and Cannon returned to the victim’s

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Rambler Youth Camps For Basketball, Soccer and Volleyball This Summer

ive of the Loyola athletic teams - men’s basket- Mary Helen Walker Girls Basketball Camps ball, women’s basketball, men’s soccer, women’s Guard Camp - June 14-15, grades 3-11 F volleyball and men’s volleyball - will be running Post Camp - June 16-17, grades 3-11 summer camps for boys and girls all summer long. Our goal is to provide each camper with an ulti- mate experience. We want our campers to leave with a Larry Farmer Basketball Camp better sense of self and a better understanding of what it The Larry Farmer Basketball Camp is sure to takes to be successful in basketball and, in turn, every become one of the premier summer camps in the aspect of life. We will incorporate motivational speak- Midwest. An experienced staff of college and high ers, films and other tactics to facilitate personal growth school coaches will work with each camper individual- and self-esteem. (Make checks payable to Mary Helen ly to help realize playing potential. Walker Basketball Camp. Specialty Camp $90. A let- Coach Larry Farmer and his camp staff will focus ter of confirmation will be sent upon receipt of your on total player development, teamwork and sportsman- check.) For more information, contact the Loyola ship. The camp teaches sound fundamentals for begin- Women’s Basketball office at (773) 508-8813 or 508- ners and provides competitive challenges for more 2559. experienced players. The daily drill stations target shooting skills, rebounding, passing, ball handling and Ray O’Connell Soccer Camps footwork. It is the goal to instill in each camper an The main objective of our camp is to promote par- understanding of the commitment and dedication neces- ticipation in soccer as a healthy, enjoyable and reward- sary to become a complete player. Taking your game to ing experience. We encourage growth through competi- the next level. tion and team cooperation. Activities are age and skill For boys and girls, grades 2-11 camp dates are specific designed to challenge each camper, yet at the June 25-29. Cost is $195. For more information about same time, to allow them to experience success. Most team camp, contact assistant coach Jim Harrick at (773) importantly, we run a program which keeps our 508-8818 or e-mail at [email protected]. campers active and having fun.

Loyola Rambler Men’s Volleyball Camps Loyola Soccer Park (2200 W. Devon & 6200 N. Hoyne) Each day will consist of two sessions with the res- June 11-15 ident campers having an additional session in the June 25-29 evening. Individual skills will be introduced and July 16-20 trained each day: spiking, blocking, setting, passing, July 23-27 serving and individual defense. Component training Olympia Park (6566 Avondale - Harlem & Devon) develops an understanding of the game technically and June 18-22 tactically. Competitive drills and fun games use the River Trails Park District (1500 Euclid, Mt. Prospect) skills and mental training learned in the camp. July 9-13 Registration is due by July 10, along with full pay- ment. Cost is $125 for commuter campers, $225 for res- Rambler Classic Camp is held 9a.m. - 2p.m. (Monday - ident campers. The 2001 Rambler Boys Volleyball Friday) for 7-10 and 11-13 year olds. Cost: $150 Camp will run from Sunday morning, July 22 until (Deposit: $100). Tuesday, July 24 at 3:30 p.m. For more information or In the 7-10 age group, we introduce correct indi- for a camp brochure, please contact Ray Gooden at vidual skill development, participation and fun. The (773) 508-2588. focus with the 11-13 age group involves proficient skill development, coordinated teamwork and a basic tactical Loyola Rambler Women’s Volleyball Camps understanding of movement and space. In both groups, At the Rambler Volleyball Camps, you will learn different skills and techniques will be presented each basic skills needed to become a successful volleyball day and will be worked on throughout that day. player as well as advanced skills that will help you play Technique and skill games take place in the morning at the next level. Our experienced staff will help make and matches in the afternoon. your Rambler Volleyball camp experience the best one yet. Lil’ Ramblers Camp is held 9a.m. - 12p.m. (Monday - Friday) for 5-6 year olds. Session I - Junior Ramblers, grades 5-8, July 7, 8:30 Cost: $125 (Deposit: $100). a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ($40). This one-day camp will train all The emphasis is on learning to control the ball. A of the fundamental individual volleyball skills - pass- constant change of activities and games incorporating ing, serving, attacking and defense. Each camper will simplified soccer skills stressing coordination and learn team offensive and defensive concepts. This is a motor skills create a fun environment. Enjoyment and great camp for the beginning to intermediate grade encouragement are central to our purpose. school volleyball player. High School Camps/Specialty is held 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 Session II - Advanced Skills, grades 8-12, July 8, 8:30 p.m. (Monday - Thursday) for 12-18 year olds and high a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ($70). This camp will be for the more school students 14-18 years old. Cost: $90 (Deposit: experienced player looking to train the skills necessary $50). to become an elite volleyball player. Basic fundamen- tals will be reviewed. Advanced skills and concepts will Specialty Camps: Focus on the individual skills neces- be introduced and executed to enhance strengths and sary to compete at a competitive level. Sessions teach improve weaknesses. technique through functional training. High school camps address the fundamental building blocks of soc- Session III - Position Camp (Setters/Right Sides/Middle cer growth. Sessions include fast footwork, advanced Blockers) grades 8-12, July 14, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. techniques and principles of play. ($70). Campers will be trained in their particular posi- tion to deliver the perfect set or to become a great right Goal Keeper Camp is held 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. side hitter or middle blocker. Techniques and concepts (Monday - Thursday) for all age groups. will be introduced and trained in that specific position. Cost: $90 (Deposit: $50). Camp activities tailored to All the positions will be combined in competitive drills help improve all aspects of goaltending play. For more and games. information or a brochure, please call (773) 508-2570.

Session IV - Position Camp (Outside Hitter and Each camp also is offering discounts for the chil- Defense) grades 8-12, July 15, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. dren of Loyola faculty and staff members as well as ($70). This camp will emphasize the skills and tech- children of Loyola alumni. Cancellations/Refunds: If niques to be a dominating outside hitter and defensive your child is unable to attend camp, please notify us dynamo. Footwork, arm swing, serve receive, serving immediately for a full refund (minus a $10 administra- and individual defense will be stressed as well as chal- tion fee). lenging drills and play.

For more information call Ray Gooden at (773) 508- 2588

ROGERS PARK 2000 19 Tips for Negotiating

Your Salary By Sharon F. Wilson

hroughout your job search, you need to seri- salary requirements are. For example: “I would T ously consider several questions about your consider any reasonable offer.” If the salary ques- financial value and future income. For exam- tion comes up too early, try side-stepping the issue ple, what are you worth? How much should you with a statement such as, “I’m open to discussion be paid for your work? How can you best demon- about salary and compensation, but I’m sure that strate your value to an employer? Hiring man- will not be a problem once I’ve shown how my agers are usually more proficient in salary negoti- experience will be of great benefit to the company.” ation than the people they hire. In the interest of leveling the playing field, here is a list of tips that Do your comparative salary research. Know the have worked for salary negotiation. going rate or fair market value for your position. Conduct research on your position by reviewing the Maximize on your past experience. Understand American Almanac of Jobs and Salaries, internet what you have achieved. Bring your past experi- searches, or call human resources directly and ask ences to the table as a tool when negotiating your their salary ranges for the job you are seeking. Be salary. prepared to discuss these figures once salary negotiations begin. Have a salary range in mind. Make a list of what you have to offer. Make a list of your skills, abilities, talents, and knowledge. Remain calm and poised. Once the offer has Be prepared to show your employer the potential been made and if it appears too low, remain quiet you bring to their company. as though you were pondering the offer. This will imply your dissatisfaction with the offer and the Wait for an offer. This is extremely difficult to do; uncomfortable silence may prompt the interviewer however, delay discussing salary until you’ve been to improve the offer on his/her own. offered the position. Most employers will not con- sider offering a position if your underlying interest Consider other options and perks. Sometimes is just the salary. companies offer one-time cash bonuses or “hiring bonuses,” to help entice candidates. Try to find out Demonstrate excitement for the job. First, make how the company feels about this issue. sure you want the job and are excited about the job; then let the employer know that you really Be prepared to walk away if necessary. You can want the job, but are only hesitating because of always walk away from the negotiating table if you salary. just aren’t getting into your minimum range.

Be prepared with salary options. Come up with By being well prepared and confident, you will three salary figures for yourself: first the low-ball easily be able to master the art of salary negotia- (not in your life) offer. Then the offer that would tion, become more comfortable doing it, and be make you smile, and finally the one that would able to negotiate an acceptable compensation make you jump up and down and call all your package. Employers understand your point of friends. Shoot for a salary between your middle view; they were once on the other side of this figure and your high figure. process. Remember to be knowledgeable about industry standards, be firm in what is acceptable or Know your absolute bottom line. Know what unacceptable, and be open to other forms of com- your minimum salary range must be to support the pensation. You’ll end up not only with the position life you want to live. Although it is not suitable to you want, but also with a salary you deserve. bring this up in the interview, you will need to know what your absolute bottom figure is. Sharon F. Wilson is the employment counselor for the Rogers Park Community Council’s Victim Advocacy Let the employer bring up salary first. Wait for Support Program. their offer. Stall when asked directly what your

Unity in Chicago To Host Seven Summer Concerts

nity in Chicago, a non-denominational spiri- session musicians featuring an evening of U tual organization, will host a series of seven rhythm & blues and song & dance music. summer concerts on Friday evenings at its · Friday, August 10, Small Potatoes-The criti- outdoor garden. The series runs from July 13 cally acclaimed husband-and-wife vocal duo through August 24 at Unity, located at 1925 W. featuring an eclectic mix of folk, western, Thome. “It’s a great way to spend a summer swing, jazz and Celtic music. evening,” says Senior Minister, Rev. Ed Townely. “And each year our performer roster gets more · Friday, August 17, Margie Gibson-The and more impressive.” acclaimed vocalist will serve up an unforget- table evening of Berlin, Gershwin, Porter and Scheduled performers and dates are: other great american songbook favorites.

· Friday, July 13, John Williams & Friends— · Friday, August 24, Many Songs, One Spirit- Irish and Celtic music from the acclaimed The concert series finale will be a celebra- Grammy-winning performer. tion of musical diversity featuring musical comedy star Liz Pazik, gospel/Broadway · Friday, July 20, AC Rock-An all-male a cap- star Charles Brown, and songwriters Laura pella quartet with tight harmonies reminis- Durocher and Jennie Landfield, among oth- cent of Forever Plaid. ers.

· Friday, July 27, Kirsten Gustafson-Great jazz Ticket costs are $10 in advance, $12.50 at the vocals from the Atlantic recording artist door, and $50 for a even-concert season subscrip- backed by a jazz trio. tion. For more information, call (773) 973-0007.

· Friday, August 3, The Chicago Cats-An “all- star” assemblage of some of Chicago’s finest

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COOKING WITH LARD at Lifeline Theatre (6912 N. NLCC. Be on hand as Robin and his band of merry thieves put Glenwood). This world premiere comedy about crime in a the bite back into crime. Once again, admission is only $6 and small Texas town opens June 15 and plays until August 26. For reservations are recommended, call (773) 743-0266. ArtBeat tickets or more information, call (773) 761-4477. North Lakeside Cultural Center is also the summer home Since Lifeline’s THE EMPEROR’S GROOVY NEW of Backstage Theatre’s production of Moliere’s MISAN- By Bonnie Tipton Long CLOTHES is part of their KidSeries, this reporter’s 12 year old THROPE. Alceste believes in a better world, a different world. son (who attended the opening) will now present a detailed and, He also loves Célimène. Find out exactly who the misanthrope (no doubt) brilliant review of this play. “I’d give it a B-. But is and decide for yourself what kinds of people Moliere’s char- “It’s clever, but is it Art?” for kids in 5th grade or younger, I give it an A.” There you acters are. For reservations, call (773) 743-4477. Rudyard Kipling have it. This musical - based on the story by Hans Christian Sick of theater already? Then grab your lawn chair and Andersen - closes June 24. schlep it over to NLCC’s incomparable backyard to enjoy an In my opinion, this is the real Eternal Question. After all, If you’re ready to tear yourself away from those weekend evening of jazz. Be there on June 15 for another JAZZ FRI- don’t the arts have a powerful effect on all of our lives? Yet, televised golf tournaments, Equity Library Theatre Chicago DAY presentation, which is free of charge. where one person finds art, another could just as easily be left (ELTC) is prepared to make it worth your while. See just how You can also learn how to read and play music at NLCC. in complete bewilderment. Can art be found on television? clever art can be when they present Shakespeare’s A MID- Show up almost any Saturday at 10am to become a member of Sure, but is all that’s televised art? Assuming it’s not, we are SUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM at the North Lakeside Cultural the beginner’s Recorder Orchestra. Of course, if you’re not a left to seek out great deeds of art elsewhere. Happily, Rogers Center (NLCC) (6219 N. Sheridan Road). Spend a little time beginner, then sleep in and show up at 1 pm for the Park is thick with theater this summer. This is great news for with Oberon, Titania and Robin Goodfellow (better known as Neighborhood Music Consortium play-in. Ring the backdoor television addicts who are trying to quit the habit because plays Puck) on a Saturday afternoon. Admission is $6 and with only bell. Or is that back doorbell? Ring the bell on the back door are a lot like T.V., only without the commercials and editing. two performances, June 30 and July 1, you’d better make your of the building located at 6219 N. Sheridan Road. Free to all. The fact that you actually have to leave the house and pay for reservations right away. For reservations or more information, Citizens of Rogers Park: forsake your televisions and the experience causes one to feel obligated to think more about call (773) 743-0266. Parking is across the street at Sacred spend more time criticizing the arts. the whole thing. Heart School. A hair stylist who tells fortunes by reading hairdos? ELTC also has Robin Badfellow the weekend of July 28 Bonnie Tipton Long is Chicago musician and an associate Murder just seems to bring out the best in small town environ- and 29, when they present their version of ROBIN HOOD at of North Lakeside Cultural Center. ments. Join the town gossips who convene at Addie’s Café in Duke’s Sports Bar Now Provides Cappuccino Service

hawn Hunter, the proprietor of muters on their way to work.” Having an S Duke’s Sports Bar (6920 N. espresso and cappuccino service should Glenwood) has announced that also be attractive to the after dinner crowd Duke’s will now be serving espresso, cap- and to the patrons of the Lifeline Theatre, puccino, latte and fresh brewed coffee. where some members of a group may The coffee service is a wonderful compli- want a cocktail and others may prefer a ment to their fine selection of domestic coffee drink. Duke’s, which is open from and imported beers, wines and liquors. 7:00 A.M. to 2:00 A. M., provides five TV’s Shawn The Duke of Glenwood Avenue for sports entertainment, a great eclectic says, “We are open every morning at 7:00 jukebox and a real neighborhood bar A.M. and we are just around the corner ambience. Parking is available in the rear. from the Morse “L” Station, so we might as well provide fresh coffee for the com-

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evening hours at Jarvis and Greenview. Side Studio What’s New? Arts & Eats Near (1520 W. Jarvis) hosts live theater events and the Jarvis Liquor (1508 W. Jarvis) hosts periodic wine tasting events. Good things are happening in beautiful downtown Jargowood. Sheridan Road By Lorraine Dostal Phil and his friends in the arts community plan to open a studio/gallery space at 7301 N. Sheridan Road (northeast corner at Chase) in the lobby of this old apart- on Selle embarks on a new adventure – Sloppy artists resident in Rogers Park and is home of Karen ment hotel building. This not-for-profit center will host the- D Don’s sandwich and dessert shop is opening soon Werner’s Center for Massage Therapy. Lifeline Theatre is atre and performing arts programs for children and a cof- at 6930 N. Glenwood in Alan Goldberg’s ArtSpace: just south of Sloppy Don’s on Glenwood – check out the fee-and-juice bar with a light menu will be housed near RP (on the west side of the “L” at Morse). The menu will programming for children in this venue. Morse Avenue the fireplace and also on the outdoor patio, weather per- feature sloppy joe’s and other light menu items along with revitalization is happening here. mitting. Watch for the “opening event” in August at this Don’s wonderful dessert choices. Don’s notoriously When Phil (Tadros) met Don (Selle) last year, we new venue. eclectic opera and classical music collection will play on feared that Rogers Park would lose Don forever – that Of course, if you wander around Rogers Park the old time phonograph and the décor will reflect his dis- Don would flee Chicago’s winter and set up shop in sunny between Don’s on Jarvis and Don’s off Morse Avenue, tinctly personal style featuring touches of Florida Florida. But this is not what fate has declared. Florida’s you’ll find No Exit and Heartland – Ennui and Panni Panni ambiance. Smoking, littering, loitering or loud radio play- loss is Rogers Park’s victory and Don is happy to partici- – Leona’s and Carmen’s and more. You don’t have to ing will not be permitted because Sloppy Don’s is conve- pate in a new adventure in the Morse Avenue business leave Rogers Park to find great food and entertainment. niently located near the Morse L station – also no laptop district. It’s right here near Sheridan Road by the lake – check it computers – Don is a luddite. Opening soon – check it Don’s Coffee Club – under Phil’s ownership and out. out. direction - remains a vital part of the Jarvis/Greenview Alan Goldberg was awarded DevCorp North’s business district, serving desserts, coffee and light menu Lorraine Dostal is a member of the board of directors of Façade of the Year Award in 2001 recognizing his reno- selections. The patio will open soon and perhaps we will the Rogers Park Community Council and a long-time member vation and restoration of this vintage structure. ArtSpace: have dancing in the streets on summer nights. Who of the Jargowood block club. RP is now the home of a wonderful gallery (Inclusion Arts knows? The Open Brain Bookstore and The Harvest Gallery – Linda Kelly director) featuring the works of Vintage Resale shop also welcome customers in the Strolling Down the Garden Path By Carol Goldman eautiful gardens and wonderful neigh- This medley of gardens located in B bors will welcome guests of the 7th Chicago’s northernmost lakefront community Annual Rogers Park Garden Walk on will be open for viewing from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 15th. Tickets can be purchased for $8 at the start- Rogers Park is a unique community in ing point — 1418 W. Touhy Avenue (7200 Chicago. It’s location directly on the shore of North). All participants will receive a map and Lake Michigan, with full access to the lake, is program book. If you have any questions, unequaled in the city. It is also a laboratory of please contact the Rogers Park Community city gardening ideas. From shade gardens to Council at 773.338-RPCC x 14. community plantings on a tree lawn - from ponds to perennial gardens riotous with color - Carol Goldman is the Director of the Rogers Park is filled with examples of imagina- Senior Action Initiatives Program at the Rogers tive gardens. Some gardens are hidden away in Park Community Council. back yards; others are right up front for all to enjoy while walking or driving by.

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FOOD FUN By Evelyn J. Thompson Dhaka Sweets and Restaurant but rather the Thai green 6419 N. Western Ave, Chicago, IL 60645 chili. The owners claim that Tel: (773) 381-0991 Thai chili gives a more sub- Fax: (773) 761-9213 tle taste to the food and Present hours: 2:30-10 PM, Closed Tues. does not upset your stom- Future hours: 12-10 PM ach. Shawon and his wife Dine in, Carry out, Catering are self-taught food artists. www.dhakasweets.com Their mothers were impor- tant teachers, and Shawon Dhaka; Welcome Bangladesh to our Rogers Park has been very observant of restaurant scene. high-end chefs and their A new country has appeared on our dining viewfind- style. Food and its transfor- er - Bangladesh. Dhaka is the name of the restaurant and mation into something that also the name of the capitol city of Bangladesh. A young is appealing to the senses is couple has opened this storefront restaurant featuring the very important to this hus- pure, unadorned honest cooking of their country with a band and wife team. Above slight nod to Bengal. As I entered, I felt that I was lifted all, is the consideration of up and transported to a magical other world. The floor healthy food. Shawon and walls are white, which gives one the feeling of float- choice. Many cultures use the hand as an eating utensil, wants the food to reflect his ing. The tables have white table clothes and the chairs and I find that some foods actually taste better when devotion and interest in quality and artistry. are a soft, moss-green color which compliments the white eaten with your hands than with a fork and spoon, also A lot of the items on the menu are foods that one in a very subtle manner. Pictures on the wall are nature the sink makes it convenient for mothers to clean up the would find in a home setting. Mashes are one of these scenes from Bangladesh, and the soft luminous lush faces of little ones. This is a non-smoking restaurant. comfort items. Vegetables are mashed and combined green atmosphere is very obvious from the pictures. The Bangladesh has a lot of water, fresh water fish, rice with green chile, garlic, fresh green onions and perfected pictures are of papaya trees, tea fields or gardens, fresh and Black Tiger Shrimp. The food of this country is not with a little mustard oil for the final flavor touch. Some of water river scenes and beautiful beaches. The counter is searingly spicy nor is it very greasy, yet it is similar to the vegetables that would be used in a “mash’ might be at the back of the restaurant and to the right of the Indian and Pakistani food. Shawon’s wife calls the food eggplant, squash or pumpkin. The many varieties of fish counter are 2 small sinks for the washing of hands before mild and healthy. The usual spices of Asian cuisine are are all imported because their flavor cannot be replicated eating. Shawon explained that they have Muslim cus- used but in a less flamboyant manner than what we are tomers who must wash their hands before eating as well accustomed to in some Indian restaurants. The chili of continued on page 23 as customers who eat with their hand just as a matter of choice in this restaurant in not the usual red chili powder

On February 24, 2000, Mike and “Heartland at 25” photo exhibit and a one-act play festival. Heartland Celebrates Katy bought the No Exit Café, the coun- There will be entertainment along Glenwood between the No try’s oldest ongoing music coffeehouse at Exit Café and Heartland Studio Theater during daylight hours, 6970 N. Glenwood, originally established with food and beverages available at the Heartland, No Exit in Evanston in 1958. A lot of refurbishing Café and Red Line Tap. 25 Years By Nance Lauren has taken place, and the No Exit just got Special events are being planned for the weekend of its’ food license. It is open Wednesday August 11 and 12 starting with an Arts and Crafts Fair (city per- through Monday with a grand reopening mits permitting). August 11 also marks a dance party and a day ife is a blur of change. Restaurants and coffeehouses party in the works for July. of special surprise menus for the neighborhood. On August 12, L make a brief appearance then vanish before they even Today, the Heartland’s dining room walls serve as a the Heartland Chapter of Athletes United for Peace will hold a register a first impression. But in the midst of all this changing showcase for talented local artists. Currently on new athletic event called Street Sprints, a series of 50 and 100- unpredictability, folks in our little corner of the world are about exhibit are skeleton sculptures created by students from the yard dashes. to celebrate the Heartland Café’s 25th year in business. What Jordan Community School. Next will be Marc Po Kempner’s began as a tiny establishment at Lunt and Glenwood has photos of Chicago blues clubs. A book signing and reception The Tree of the Four Directions expanded into a coffeehouse, tavern, beach concession stand, for the artist will be held on Saturday, June 23 at 4p.m. On Four feet tall when first planted, and now towering forty theater, and general store serving the Rogers Park community. Saturday mornings from 9 to 10, the Heartland broadcasts a live more, a special birch tree stands in the Heartland’s front yard. With a blend of dedication, tenacity and a sense of purpose, the discussion covering political and community issues on WLUW People met under the tree and nicknamed it the Tree of the Four three cofounders, Mike James, Katy Hogan and Stormy 88.7 FM in Chicago. (Flashback — On May Day in 1999, their Directions or Four Corners — that is, until a truck hit one of the Libman, converted their dream into a reality that will be cele- most memorable guest joined them — Studs Terkel.) four trunks. Yet with only three remaining trunks, this tree brated throughout the entire month of August. The Heartland has an informal co-ed softball team. For symbolizes the growth and sheltering canopy that the Heartland The story begins in the Spring of 1976 – the year of those who are interested, the games are every Friday night at Café has given the neighborhood for the past quarter century. America’s bicentennial. Mike, Katy and Stormy rented the for- 6:30 at Touhy Park. For more information, call the café at Reserve August 11, 2026 for their 50-year celebration. mer Lackey’s steak house. Inspired by all that symbolizes the (773) 465-8005. Katy says “Birch trees don’t live that long in the city around human heart spiritually as well as physically, they named it Every Wednesday night at 10:00 pm, people arrive for “In concrete, but they do in a forest.” If the Heartland birch tree is “The Heartland Café.” The vision was not just a wholesome One Ear” - an opportunity for poets to show up and share what any indication, not only will it survive another 25 years for the food café, but a casual, comfortable environment where local they’ve written with others. This program began in 1989 and is next celebration, but it will probably grow an additional 40 feet. artists could display their work, where socially conscious peo- the second longest running open mic poetry venue in Chicago ple could share opinions and discussions and where thirsty jog- history. And there is more - so stop by the café, browse its web- Nancy Jane Lauren spent her entire childhood in West gers could stop for juice every day of the week. site (www.heartland-café.com) or call (773) 465-8005 to find Ridge, most of her young adult single years on an extended Work began on May 1, 1976 (May Day) with sanding, out what’s scheduled for each month of the year. “tour of duty” in Lincoln Park, and in 1996 she returned to the painting and popping old floor tiles up with dry ice. Mike said: In the past quarter of a century, the Heartland owners have peace and quiet, tree-lined streets and wider parking spaces of “For us being radical types, May 1 – usually you would go to a met some special people and shaped some unforgettable rela- West Ridge with her husband. Since then, she has written a demonstration – a march downtown. That was the first time I tionships. Mike mentions Tania Blacke, a former Heartland book filled with a collection of childhood memories, made very skipped a May Day march in order to tear the place apart.” chef who died in 1999 at the age of 40. He always considered special by her extraordinarily hilarious father. They had only $4,000 and no experience, but they had a lot of Tania his advisor, and a special friend. “She was a wonderful help because they had a lot of friends. On August 11, 1976 the human being and I’m grateful Heartland Café opened to 43 people. and indebted to her for the con- After one year in business they expanded to the adjacent tribution she made. She was a storefront; after the next year, they expanded again. With the very special person.” Mike and extra space came the General Store, noted for selling ‘left- Katy are still in touch with wing’ literature and newspapers. Then, a near tragedy. another former Heartland chef, In the winter of 1979, the café suffered severe smoke dam- Earl Manesky, who now distrib- age from a fire — something most would consider a major set- utes his own “Chef Earl” back. But their truehearted staff united to paint, scrub and sauces to Whole Foods and rewire the electric. Four days later they reopened. Katy feels Treasure Island. the experience “carved the spirit of the Heartland”. Keeping in touch is one of In 1979 they added music and live entertainment to their the themes of the Heartland menu and printed the first edition of their free publication - Café’s website and they have “Heartland Journal” - for the progressive, socially conscious made it possible through their reader. Shortly thereafter came the Heartland Studio Theater, a “Grapevine”. Log on to this venue for live theater in a space around the corner from the forum, which is used by their café. diverse audience to keep in touch and share ideas. They Fast forward to the last decade of the 20th century. expect this page to grow and In the summer of 1994, the “Heartland on the Lake” develop over time, displaying opened - a warm weather concession stand in Loyola Park, digital postcards from all points offering “food for all” to the Rogers Park community. The global, excerpts from travel- menu provides not only hot dogs, nachos, and ice cream, but ogues and feedback on articles also vegetarian chili and salad in a pita. in the Heartland Journal. Back at Lunt and Greenwood, in 1997 a porthole carved in the Heartland kitchen wall served as a pass-through for food to The “Celebration.” the Red Line Tap, their newly acquired tavern next door. A The entire month of neighborhood tavern dating back to the early 1900’s, the Red August will commemorate a Line Tap draws local people for a night of interesting conver- quarter of a century of growth, sation, a contest of darts or a game of pool, over a few beers. stability and success with a

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problems will seem miniscule compared to the challenge of lights the case of Dorie Miller (Cuba Gooding Jr.), but it’s The surviving the attack and, eventually, striking back at the heart almost out of context with the rest of the movie. Miller’s shoot- of the Japanese Empire. ing down the first two Zeros of WWII and being the first African-American to win the Navy Cross does not have the Popcorn D: The movie convincingly ties 3 separate stories together - the impact it deserves. This leads to the hidden strength of this build up and disaster of Pearl Harbor, a tangled love story movie - the amount of conversation that arises from people against a world gone mad, and Doolittle’s raid on Tokyo. The after they’ve seen the movie, people talking about their rela- Papers love story has the writing style of the noir war films of the 40’s- tives who were there or friends who grew up in the Japanese A MOVIE REVIEW 50’s. However modern audiences have learned to expect more interment camps in California, or people talking about the fear from the characters and story. This is the failing of Pearl that they felt or remembered. This movie motivates people to By Kevin Gutteron and David Jones Harbor - between trying to dance around the ‘blame game,’ dialogue and that is a mark of a great movie. “brothers separated by gene splicing” honoring all those involved, and lacking of depth of the central characters, The movie falls shy of being the truly great film it K: Another strong point this movie shows is a sense of bal- could have been. It has all the elements to set up a film that you ance. The filmmakers chose to emphasize the larger picture of could be watching with your kids in years to come - a really the events rather than turn it into a history class by focusing on brilliant epic. They ended up with great drama, great settings, details such as who was to blame for the Pacific Fleet’s lack of great actors and got Jar-Jar Binks for a plot device. readiness or indulging in conspiracy theories about Roosevelt pushing us into the war. Also, some Japanese-American rights K: How wude! groups reportedly mentioned concern over a possible backlash after the movie was released. The story deals with the Japanese D: Shut up. in a very even-handed way, emphasizing the strategic and polit- ical circumstances of the time and leaving the question of mil- K: While it is true that the script seems to lack polish, the plot itary ethics alone. There are no shots of Japanese pilots with and acting are engaging enough. And besides, this movie is maniacal grins strafing civilians and, on the other hand, no HUGE! The attack on Pearl tops out at forty minutes of screen revenge shots of Japanese casualties during Doolittle’s raid. In “PEARL HARBOR” time and, though the movie is three hours long, it flies by (no fact, I don’t recall racial epithets being used more than twice. pun intended). This is a must-see on DVD when it comes out, Some may consider this decision by the filmmakers cowardly David: The movie “Pearl Harbor” is for many Americans their because some of the sequences are filled with so much action or placating, but at least this movie handles a sensitive subject first glimpse at an event that permanently changed the way that and so many elements that you would have to freeze-frame to without alienating a substantial segment of our population. we saw ourselves as a country and a people. It is a coming of catch it all. The effects are breathtaking and seem truly worth age romance set against a tragic historical event. The two the lion’s share of the reported $175 million budget. (For com- D: So if you go do one patriotic thing this month. heroes (Rafe McCawley and Danny Walker) are childhood bud- parison, James Cameron spent $200 million on “Titanic”... but dies who grow up together and find themselves and their love he only sank one ship!) K: And we know you will. interest at Pearl Harbor the day of the bombing. D: Kevin is absolutely right, this is a visually stunning film, D: See Pearl Harbor and talk to someone who lived through Kevin: This epic story begins in the early days of WWII, but it also is a promised tearjerker. For the last 3-4 years, large WWII for the rest of the story. before America’s involvement, as Rafe (Ben Affleck) and films like this have added romantic elements to give something Danny (Josh Hartnett) are finishing their air corps training to everyone in the audience, but have saved some of the more K: Except my uncle, don’t talk to him, he really wasn’t there. under famed real-life aviator Jimmy Doolittle (Alec Baldwin). touching elements to the grander scope of the film (i.e. Rafe’s request to volunteer for the Eagle squadron, made up of Gladiator). The romance story is bittersweet and tragic but the D: But I thought he…… U.S. pilots fighting for Britain, has been accepted. Before director and writers save some of the really heart tearing leaving, Rafe asks Danny to take care of his girlfriend Evelyn devices for the scope of the macro-tragedy - the death of over K: No, he didn’t. (Kate Beckinsale) a nurse should anything happen to him. 2,000 service men in a surprise attack. This is difficult to do, As Rafe makes a name for himself in the skies over it’s easy to empathize with characters we’ve spent 2 hours get- D: Oh…. England, Danny and Evelyn end up stationed in Pearl Harbor. ting to know, but to be grabbed by the tragedy of a character Tragedy strikes when word comes that Rafe has been shot you’ve seen for a few seconds is ingenious. Director Michael down. Danny and Evelyn, wracked with grief, help each other Bay draws you into multiple micro-stories of sailors who died Kevin and David have both seen the light and now require through the pain and, as they grow closer, become lovers. This during the bombing and does it without desensitizing the audi- corrective surgery. David is a Sales Consultant at RE/MAX causes some awkwardness when Rafe returns, having been res- ence. But the vast importance of many of the scenes is lost and NorthCoast Realty, helping people make the right decisions. cued by a French ship and smuggled out of occupied France. understanding what he alludes to only comes from studying the Kevin is reporting live from Hollywood from the CBS Studio lot He returns just a week before the attack on Pearl, and soon their history around Pearl Harbor. For example the director high- and is helping people make the wrong decisions.

Dhaka Sweets and Cham Cham (spheres of curd with a Restaurant sugar syrup), Kala Jamum (fried cheese ball with sugar syrup) and Sweet Yogurt continued from page 22 (milk and sugar or gur reduced by half and flavored delicately with cardamon). with the fish from anywhere else. He Then I was served Sondesh. Sondesh is cooks the fish with the bone left in really special because it is made with the because the flavor is better this way and reduced sap of the date tree. A slash is this is how people eat it back home. He made in the tree way at the top, a cup is assured me that the fish that he cooks attached so the sap from the cut will accu- comes off the bones easily. He uses a mulate in it, the sap is gathered and then Bengali shad (Hilsha) and its roe for one reduced by boiling. It is then called GUR. of his dishes and I sampled with great rel- This is very hard to purchase because it is ish a pomfret which had been fried to imported, the amount of syrup is limited crispy perfection and some Ruhu, import- and New York seems to always get most ed fresh water buffalo fish. The textures of of this product. Sondesh is pure curd that these two fish were very different. The is flavored with GUR. It is so exquisite Ruhu was very soft and custardy and the that I could taste the faint flavor of dates in pomfret was firm and crispy around the the syrup but not the taste that one gets edges. They serve a fresh Chicken Do- when you eat a date itself. Dhaka also Piaza which is chicken stir fried with features Roso Golla. onions that are almost caramelized and Dhaka serves mango shakes, fresh green chile. They serve a lamb lachchi, young coconut drink and Bengal curry and their lamb Biryani is full of lamb tea. Behind the counter is a plaque with flavor and mild, gentle spices. The Dal the daily specials listed. The day I visited, Puri is a combination of bread that is sim- they were serving Masur Dal, Vorta ilar to a fried tortilla, mashed lentils and Specials, Keski Fish, Muri Ghanto, spices. This mixture is then served with a Miramish—a mixed vegetable dish, and sweet and sour sauce and eaten as a Lau Chingri—squash with fresh water snack. Another snack is the Jhall Muri shrimp. which is puffed rice, chopped onions, This lovely place is well worth the tomatoes, chile and cilantro seasoned visit. The owners are extremely hos- with mustard oil. They make a Bengal fish pitable and will gladly explain and recom- curry which a lot of people like and is very mend entrees. Thanks to Robin Becker popular in Bengal. It has a particular taste for tipping me off about Dhaka. and whenever you order this, you have name recognition of a specific flavor. Evelyn J. Thompson is a long-time Shawon also said that different fish are Rogers Park resident who is a cooking served with a different style of curry. In teacher and writer. She has explored Chicago other words, one sauce does not fit all. from top to bottom and side to side. The particulars of each fish are honored with its particular curry. The sweets here are very special and are of the highest quality. Sweets of this region are made from milk that is greatly reduced and curd which is much like a cottage or ricotta cheese. Some of the sweets prepared the day I visited were

24 ROGERS PARK 2000

THE THE Marketplace By Jim Yeaman Historian By Mary Jo Doyle

Moneyworks 1512 W. Howard St.

s a result of economic development, As Mike and Audrey gain an understand- everal members and volunteers of and Historical Societies Awards of A a sense of community in Rogers ing of a client’s needs, resources and S the Rogers Park/West Ridge Superior Achievement. It was described Park becomes more widely shared objectives, they put together a plan - the Historical Society enthusiastically as “recognition of superior achievement and appreciated and some of the hidden first level of which is a budget develop- assisted with the recent remodeling at the that serves as a model for the profession gems in our neighborhood are surfacing. ment process that helps the client man- museum (6424 N. Western). In addition to and reaches a greater public.” Moneyworks (1512 W. Howard) has been age existing assets more effectively. Next, plastering, painting and scrubbing floors, The Society announces its 17th Fall one of these “gems”. Founded in 1999 by the Moneyworks plan addresses the need they installed new lighting, molding and House Tour tSunday, September 23rd Mike and Audrey Patton, Moneyworks for protection of assets - normally using carpeting. from noon until 5pm. The tour will include provides financial services with “down- various life, health and long term care On Saturday April 21st, the Society several houses between Ridge and town expertise and professionalism” for products. The third phase focuses on the held an open house and reception to pre- Western from Estes to Farwell. Owners the Rogers Park community. protection of tangible assets including sent the museum and exhibit to the public. will welcome and guide visitors through Mike and Audrey Patton has been a homes and businesses. Last, Thanks to our wonderful sponsors for their their homes. Event director, Don leader in the effort to revitalize the Moneyworks guides the client through the generosity. The focus of the current exhib- Kumkoski, will be joined by Mary Jo Doyle Howard Street area. Mike serves on the process of accumulating additional assets it and new window display is to showcase and Mike Williams as co-chairs of this dis- board of directors for DevCorp North. through the use of various investment our publication “Chicago’s Far North Side: tinguished annual event. Mike and Audrey are members of the products including mutual funds, stocks, An Illustrated History of Rogers Park and Museum and Office Hours: Wed. & Board of Directors of the Rogers Park bonds, and life and annuity products. West Ridge”. The next reception will be Fri. 10am to 5pm and Thu. 7-9pm. Builders Group. Audrey is active on the Both Mike and Audrey are Certified held at the museum on Sunday July 22 to Website: www.rpwrhs.org, email: rphisto- Board of Family Matters, is a community Insurance Counselors (CIC). They hold say farewell to our 25th anniversary year. [email protected]. For more information call representative on the Gale Local School various security licenses and Mike is a We hope that you will join us that day or (773) 764-4078 or 764-4079, Fax (773) Council, and works with the Individual Registered Investment Advisor. Together, stop by during the next few months to see 764-2824. Deposit Account (IDA) program for the they offer clients more than 25 years of the exhibit and remodeled facility. north of Howard residents. insurance and investment experience. , Our book “Chicago’s Far North Side: Mary Jo Doyle is the Executive Director An Illustrated History of Rogers Park and of the Rogers Park/West Ridge Historical West Ridge” was recently awarded one of Society. the top two Illinois State Historical Society/Association of Illinois Museums

Prior to founding Moneyworks, Mike “Our designations hold us to a high stan- was as a Fixed Income Analyst for the dard of integrity and forethought in our Trust Department at LaSalle National agency practice,” notes Mike. Bank. He was also worked for SAFECO Moneyworks offers products and services Insurance as a Field Manager. With from recognized names including Fidelity, SAFECO, he managed a territory of 70 Oppenheimer, SAFECO, Putnam, insurance and investment firms from Kemper, Dreyfus, John Hancock, Downtown Chicago along the North Guardian, Nuveen and many others. Shore to the Wisconsin border. As a Mike and Audrey and their daugh- team, he and Audrey provide a compre- ter Nicole are residents of Rogers Park. hensive array of financial service products Their office at 1512 W. Howard Street including stocks, bonds, mutual funds and (just across the street from Lost Eras various business and personal insurance Antiques) has a conference room that products. is available for community use. An improving economy has lifted Moneworks can be reached at many Rogers Park residents into better 773.973.0300 or via e-mail at mic- PRE-PAY AND SAVE financial circumstances, resulting in a [email protected]. CONVENIENT need for investment advise. In working CHICAGOLAND LOCATIONS with clients, Moneyworks seeks to Jim Yeaman is the founder of the JOY (773) 274-1500 address their immediate as well as long- Group (www.joygroup.com), a provider of term financial needs through an assess- professional organization services special- ment program that involves budget coun- izing in Edgewater and Rogers Park. The 1529 W. Howard 1762 W. Devon 6119 N. Broadway seling, insurance and investment prod- JOY Group is now providing Property ucts. A four-tier approach helps a client Management services to small condomini- W Howard “L” Closed Sunday At Ravenswood Walgreens Plaza protect existing assets while using them um associations. to invest to achieve the client’s objectives. 7003 N. Clark 4837 Oakton Skokie 4937 W. Dempster 2100 Green Bay Rd. 516 Dempster Near Skokie Swift Evanston Walgreens Plaza Evanston We publish quarterly. Call 773.338.7722 to volunteer. 30% is seeking Help the Rogers Park volunteer writers, Community Council continue to make this photographers, and a great community 89¢ editorial assistance. newspaper. (Expires July 15, 2001) (Expires July 15, 2001)