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candidates Lansing’s ballot of Trustee candidates choices integrates past, 4 present, and future 3 April 2 BY Lansing Journal staff

Left, from left: Village Voice Party candidates Jerry Zeldenrust, Saad Abbasy, and Mike Fish (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) Above: Independent candidate Larry Thomas (Photo: Josh Bootsma) On April 2, voters will be asked to choose any three candidates from these four options.

LANSING, Ill. (January 2019) – On for Lansing. Summaries of those businesses and homes in Lansing and assist first-time home buyers. He January 23, about 100 people gath- conversations are presented here in recommending action to the Village plans to assist in creating an econom- ered at Jack’s Sports Pub for the alphabetical order, and we hope Lan- Board. Abbasy says this experience ic development strategy that attracts Village Voice Party’s press confer- sing residents will subscribe to our made him “intimately aware of the retail and entertainment options that ence, marking an unofficial start to daily online newsfeed in order to stay zoning ordinances,” and he pointed meet the needs of young families. Lansing’s 2019 campaign season. informed about upcoming campaign to two massage parlors with criminal Abbasy is Jordanian and realizes Those in attendance heard from the developments. histories wanting to open in Lansing that his ethnicity would put him in a party’s leader, Mayor Patty Eidam, as evidence that Village ordinances special place as a minority on the Vil- and her slate of three Trustee candi- Saad Abbasy “might need some updating.” Neither lage Board. “I want to continue to be dates—Saad Abbasy, Mike Fish, and Village Voice Party business was permitted to open, but a bridge in communication between Jerry Zeldenrust. The various pre- Experience Abbasy hopes to modernize the ordi- minorities in our community and sentations lasted approximately 45 Abbasy has called nances so that such situations will be village government,” he said, praising minutes, but the mingling, food, and Lansing home his easier to address. the Village for the Human Relations socializing before and after extended whole life—from Values Commission, which held its first the event to about two hours. playing in the Old Abbasy is also hoping to use his meeting in December. A fourth candidate—Larry Timer’s League experience as father of a young Mike Fish Thomas—has focused his time on at a young age, to family to make Lansing a place where one-on-one or small group conver- graduating from TF South, to buying young people can feel represent- Village Voice Party sations with residents. Working a house in Lansing and raising two ed. As Trustee, he wants to create Experience alone, he doesn’t have the resources young children with his wife Lindsey. “connection points” with people A Lansing resi- or synergy that the party has, but he Abbasy first got involved in Lansing through social media. Abbasy said, dent for 50 years, plans to share his enthusiasm, in- politics when he ran for Trustee during “I have mentored hundreds of youth Fish is a retired volvement, and ideas with residents the 2015 election. Though unsuc- in Lansing through my volunteerism employee of the in upcoming events before April 2. cessful, Abbasy was later appointed through different churches…and I’m Village with 30 The Lansing Journal met with all as Chair of the Planning and Zoning uniquely aware of those things that years’ service in the four Village Trustee candidates in Board, a Board he had been serving young families are looking for.” Public Works Department, the last four of which he served as both As- late January in order to learn about on for a couple of years. Planning and Goals sistant Superintendent and Interim their background and relevant expe- Zoning Commissioners are responsi- As a Trustee, Abbasy would like to

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2 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper Long-time Valentines Lansing couple to celebrate 60th wedding anniversary this year by Carrie Steinweg the ID back to his dorm and told his roommate about this girl he had met. It turned out that Jim’s LANSING, Ill. (February 1, 2019) - JoAnn Hosta and roommate and JoAnn had attended the same high Jim Kijewski met on a blind date at a school dance school in the small town of Highland in down- at Illinois State University in Normal more than state Illinois. Within in a couple weeks, Jim and six decades ago. “In those days they had match- JoAnn were going steady. makers,” said Jim. “Someone would get 10 guys They dated throughout the rest of their college together and then match with 10 girls.” time. Both were education majors. While still Jim and JoAnn Kijewski have been Valentines a long It was what happened after the dance that gave attending ISU, Jim enlisted in the Army National time. They were married in 1959. (Photos provided) Jim a hint that JoAnn might be the one. “We went Guard. Before he left for Fort Leonard Wood and with these other couples after the dance, and they six months of active duty, he offered a pin to JoAnn took us to a bar. She was 17, I was barely 20. Back to wear while he was gone, but expressed that he then, women could legally drink at 18, but it was didn’t expect her to commit to him for that long 21 for guys,” he explained. “I went into the bar and absence. JoAnn gladly accepted the pin and said ordered a 7-up, and they asked for ID and then she’d be waiting when he returned. She said she al- threw me out!” ready knew before he left that she wanted to marry “I was in the car by myself,” Jim continued, “and him, although she didn’t tell him that yet. JoAnn came out to comfort me. It wasn’t one of Marriage those love at first sight things—those are overrat- “I came from Calumet City. She was a farm girl. We ed. But when I got kicked out of the bar, she came were two different people from two different back- out there with me, and she didn’t have to do that.” grounds,” said Jim. “But we were very much alike even Going steady though we were from different areas.” “He kept my school ID because he couldn’t JoAnn had graduated high school at 17 and then remember my last name,” said JoAnn. Jim took finished college in 3 years, graduating at age 20. She had one more year of school after Jim finished. After JoAnn See “Valentines,” page 6 The of a communiLovety The is what keeps this newspaper going. Lansing Journal Thank you to everyone who contributed to the special Facebook fundraiser in support of The Lansing Journal, in addition to our regular monthly supporters and people who mailed in checks. About us You put the “community” in “community newspaper”! Every community deserves a good newspaper. 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BY JOSH BOOTSMA On January 31 he was attend- ing a public works conference in LANSING, Ill (February 2, 2019) – As midnight Schaumburg but had to return drew near on Sunday, January 27, Gary Richard- to Lansing due to three water son couldn’t sleep. Snowfall had started in Lan- main bursts—a result of subzero sing, and he knew by the time the Monday morn- temperatures. His employees ing commute started, there would be a blanket of greeted him skeptically as he ar- snow inches thick covering Lansing’s roads—and rived on scene in his dress shoes it was his job to make sure it got removed. and slacks. Since starting as the Director of Lansing’s Background Public Works Department on January 7, a position Richardson is no stranger to that has been vacant for over two years, Richard- the unique challenges of public son has already dealt with large snowfalls and the works. Growing up in Mount coldest days in recent memory. Vernon, New York, he got his first public works job at age 14 during his summer vacation. After graduating, he continued to work for the city maintain- ing athletic facilities, grounds, and buildings. “I started working on the trash and in the parks and When the Lansing snowplow fleet is out on the road, so is Gary Richardson, Lansing’s new Public Works Director. (Photo: Josh Bootsma) different things in the summer, and as I got older I ‘graduated to or 17 years old, and one of my big summer jobs the truck,’ as they would say in the public works was painting fire hydrants.” field,” Richardson said. He worked at New York’s Fordham University Working for others and a fleet service before moving to Illinois in Having done the work himself, Richardson 2004 to become the facility specialist for Elm- knows how to best help his employees. When the hurst Park District. For the last three years, he snowplows are out in Lansing, you might see him has been the Public Works Director for the Village driving around the village, checking to make sure of University Park. everything is going smoothly. “I don’t believe in “It’s been my whole life,” Richardson said of his having [my employees] out here all night long public works background. “I remember being 16 while I’m sitting at home. If they’re coming in, I’m coming in,” he said, “I want my guys to know that A map in the Public Works administration building illustrates when it’s ‘all hands on deck,’ I have a pair of boots the different snowplow zones. (Photo: Josh Bootsma) See “Richardson,” page 5

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4 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper MLK Day celebration keeps Dr. King’s legacy alive by Ernst Lamothe SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (January 21, 2019) - More than 450 people attended Thornton Township’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration. The pro- gram, themed “Unleash- ing the Power of Peace,” took place at South Suburban College. Annette Whittington (right) recited Maya Angelou’s “I Rise,” accompanied by a praise dancer. (Photo provided) “To me Dr. Martin Luther King will always was a courageous man and leader; he be this courageous icon who fought will live in our hearts forever.” against inequality and led the non- Annette Whittington, District violent struggle that transformed #205 board of education, gave a this nation,” said Loretta Wells, MLK stirring rendition of Maya Ange- event chair. “We must remember to lo’s poem ‘I Rise,’ accompanied by a keep Dr. King’s legacy alive.” praise dancer. The event featured the Gwendolyn Alderman Joseph Whittington Brooks Middle School Jazz Band, the District #205 Honor Band and Jr, 2nd Ward, City of Harvey, said, Honor Choir, and keynote speaker “Many a day I think about MLK’s Reverend Dr. Ozzie E. Smith, Jr. sacrifice for my freedom as an Af- Frank M. Zuccarelli, Thornton rican American. He is my true hero Township Supervisor, believes it is in many ways. When he writes he as important as ever to celebrate the expresses my feelings, and when great works and wisdom of King. he speaks he shares my thoughts. “Martin Luther King Jr. was a shin- He understood the importance of ing example to all of us on how we voting and the power of the vote. should act in the face of adversity,” As an elected official, I feel it is my said Zuccarelli. sworn duty to uphold the constitu- Joyce M. Washington, Thornton tion that he fought for. A belief in Township Trustee and Chair of the political, social, and economic equal- Thornton Township Human Relations ity for all mankind was his dream.” Commission, said, “Martin Luther King New Year’s resolutioN: To be debt FREE in 2019 Bankruptcy Chapter 7 & 13, Loan Modification Settlement & Foreclosure Defense CLM LAW GROUP, P.C. Over 10 Years Experience 18525 Torrence Avenue, Suite E3 Lansing, IL 60438

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She spent some time in Crete, Illinois, and Goal 1 other local areas before becoming “We have three goals in our efforts to the first enslaved person to reach memorialize the Underground Rail- Canada by way of Wisconsin. road in the Calumet region,” Shepherd Seven years later, Henry Steven- said. “First of all, we want to establish son was being used by his owners something—monument is not the to track other runaway slaves, ap- right word, but something to memo- pearing to be fully cooperative all rialize the fact that hundreds, per- the way—right up until he reached haps even thousands, of people came Chicago and escaped. through the Chicago area on their trek These are just a couple of the eastward, many to Detroit and then stories of the remarkable freedom Canada.” seekers who traveled through This is not a new effort; it started Chicago’s south suburbs on the around the year 2000, when Shepherd Underground Railroad—and and others organized into a group then more information is still being called Chicago/Calumet Underground On a November 2018 Freedom Trail tour, Dr. Larry McClellan points to a spot along Railroad Effort (C/CURE). They picked it discovered. the Little Calumet River where Jan (John) and Aagje Ton built their farmhouse in “There are amazing stories,” the 1800s. The Tons and other Dutch immigrants actively helped freedom seekers up again in late 2017, and renamed the said Dr. Larry McClellan, a found- arriving from southern states. Their farm—less than 10 miles from Lansing—was part group with its current moniker. ing member of Governors State of the Underground Railroad. McClellan and others would like to have some kind of At the end of January, McClellan sub- University and an Underground commemorative marker installed there. (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) mitted paperwork to the National Park Service to get the Jan Ton Farm listed Railroad researcher. “What’s most Up to 3,000 people crossed over the Little Calu- exciting is being able to uncover stories of indi- on the Network to Freedom register. McClellan has met River on the Dolton Bridge—just blocks from worked to get other sites listed on the register— vidual freedom seekers who came right through the Jan Ton farm, which served as a station on the our back yards.” such as Crete Cemetery and Crete Congregational Underground Railroad. Church, which became an official member of the Presenting the stories Some freedom seekers settled in this area, but network earlier this year. On February 25 at the Lansing Public Library, most were passing through on their way to Canada. “If they [the National Park Service] approve it, McClellan and Tom Shepherd, a former Lansing Uncovering new stories and I think they will, it will be listed on the na- resident and a new member of the Lansing Histor- McClellan—who is set to publish a book on tional register. [The Little Calumet Underground ical Society, will present information on the Under- Caroline Quarlls, and another entitled Freedom Railroad Project] is developing plans for memori- ground Railroad in Illinois, and on their efforts to Seekers and the Underground Railroad in Northeast- als and signage.” get a monument installed at the site of abolitionist ern Illinois—recently expanded his area of inter- Being part of the network could help them obtain Jan Ton’s farm on the Little Calumet River. est, and he continues to uncover new stories. grant money or other funding for their memorial. The presentation, hosted by the Lansing Historical “My research has been really focused on Illinois, but Society, starts at 6:00pm in the Community Room. Goals 2 and 3 I’m now starting to look at Northwest Indiana and Along with installing a physical marker at the “It happened right here” the whole Calumet region,” he said. “It’s really excit- site of the Jan Ton farm, the project would also like “I want people to see the importance of the Un- ing, finding things that no one has found before.” to establish a trail that would allow visitors to walk derground Railroad in American history, and to The stories that McClellan has uncovered—and through the area, experiencing what it was like for see that it happened right here,” McClellan said. continues to find—will impact the presentation the freedom seekers who came through on foot. Local residents may be surprised to hear the in Lansing later this month. And they will continue their efforts to spread the extent of Underground Railroad activity that “I’ll have a PowerPoint; there are so many pow- word by making presentations to school groups happened locally, as many people associate it with erful visual images—maps and pictures,” he said. and historical societies across south Chicagoland. places farther east. “I believe in understanding history through the To learn more about the local Underground “When most people in Illinois think of the Un- telling of stories.” Railroad activity, attend the February 25 presen- derground Railroad, they think of Harriet Tubman Spreading the word tation at the library. More information is also and Frederick Douglass,” McClellan said. “But my Both McClellan and Shepherd would like to see available at www.illinoisundergroundrailroad. research shows that anywhere from 3,600-4,500 the stories of the Underground Railroad told to info. people came through the Chicago area.” many more local residents. 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As a newcomer to Lansing, Rich- changing in Lansing, and every day Lansing Public Works is located at Richardson, from page 3 ardson has already asked many of in the Lansing Public Works De- 3300 171st Street and is open from the questions that he thinks Lan- partment brings something new, 7:00am–3:00pm Monday through here in my office with some jeans sing residents might be asking. For Richardson plans to be ready for it. Friday. To contact them, call 708- and overalls.” example, he questioned why large “Whatever I do, I always try to do 895-7190 during business hours As the Director of the depart- roads like Torrence, Burnham, and my best,” he said of the job, “I’m in or 708-895-7150 for after-hours ment, Richardson deals with the 170th Street were not being cleared this for the long haul.” emergencies. Village Administration and other of snow immediately—only to learn departments such as Fire and that these are county roads and the Police, which he says, along with responsibility of the Illinois Depart- Public Works, make up the “big ment of Transportation. Public Works and the Polar Vortex three of emergency management.” Of his experience with Village staff Future projects and input • Public Works received about 100 calls on Wednesday and Thursday so far, he said, “It’s going very well. Richardson hopes to tackle pot- (January 30 and 31), and 30 on Friday, February 1, so they responded The people here in Lansing have holes and tree maintenance when to approximately 130 weather-related issues during Lansing’s three been very receptive, and I’m just the weather improves, but he also coldest days. impressed with the professionalism wants Lansing residents to contact • Three water mains broke on Thursday. between the department heads here Public Works about other poten- in the Village.” tial projects. “We’re here for our • The department had to clear snow Friday morning with their two In addition to addressing the residents,” he said, “we can’t make smaller pick-up trucks because the large trucks in the fleet would not department’s everyday business, everybody happy, but one of the start. Richardson hopes to give residents goals I preach here is that our resi- • Some Public Works employees punched in at 7:00am Thursday morn- a better understanding of what dents come first…and we should do Public Works is and does. “That’s whatever we can for the residents ing and didn’t punch out until 3:00pm Friday afternoon. a part of having the Public Works of Lansing to make things better • Gary Richardson said these were the coldest days he’s ever experi- Department being accessible to the for them.” enced as a Public Works Director. residents,” he said. Though the weather is often 6 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper

Bells, from page 1 Citizens Police Academy offers a look into the LPD Touring the station, meeting the officers, hearing 911 calls—it’s all part of the class

BY ERIN NAUTA operators! (Sometimes another officer pitches in when call load is really LANSING, Ill. (January 31, 2019) - The heavy.) During that same time period, Citizens Police Academy is a free the 911 operators also made 21,583 10-week class taught at the police outgoing calls: dispatching officers, station, by police officers. It’s a once- fire fighters and ambulances, and a-year opportunity for citizens to gain checking up on callers. an in-depth view of the workings of Session 2 also covered Lansing’s the Lansing Police Department, com- Code Red alert system, the Premise plete with free coffee and snacks, free Alert Bracelet Program, the Freedom souvenirs, and no tests. of Information Act, and more. Stu- The goal of Citizens Police Academy dents then received a tour of the LPD is to demystify the police, to let people facilities, from the sally port where know what goes on at the department, people are brought for booking, how it operates, and, especially, what to the evidence room where items services the department provides to related to cases are kept under lock the people of Lansing. Citizens Police Academy classes are held at the Lansing Police Department, 2710 170th and key, to the Lansing Court where Street in Lansing, Illinois. (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) The current class has 27 citizen civil cases are heard. students. Dress is casual, even for Session three, originally scheduled students met the police chief and officers and the officers who teach the class. There are the ex- for January 30, was postponed due to the polar heard an overview of the department. Class mem- pected PowerPoint presentations, but also audio vortex. Citizens Police Academy resumes again on bers received a three-ring binder with the topics of actual 911 calls, videos of police on the job, and February 6. a few funny videos—because cops are people too, for each session, the names of the teaching officers, Classes are held at the Lansing Police Department, and they like a good joke as much as citizens do. and plenty of blank pages for taking notes. 2710 170th Street in Lansing. Contact Lt. Scott Bailey Class members are welcome to ask questions any- Session two focused on emergency services, par- for more information or to be put on the waiting list time about any aspect of policing, and the officers ticularly the 911 system. Students learned that the for the next Citizens Police Academy: give thorough, detailed answers. Lansing Police Department’s 911 operators received • Call 708-895-7130 In the first session, on January 16, the citizen 95,473 calls in 2018—and Lansing has just two 911 • Email [email protected]

he could take her to the hospital. give and take,” suggested JoAnn. home” said Jim. “Find time to spend Valentines, from page 2 First, a new secretary at the school “The lines of communication have to together alone—not with other people thought it was a student calling and be open.” or the kids. I think it’s very important graduated, they married in JoAnn’s routed the call through the Dean’s “Always have time for just the two of to always have time together.” home town of Alhambra, Illinois, on office. The next person in the chain to you, like a date night or an evening at July 18. 1959. take the call got distracted and forgot Working to pass on the message. Finally JoAnn “We were looking for teaching called again and got through, and Jim jobs, and she was a popular choice took her to the hospital. VILLAGE OF SOUTH HOLLAND because she was in elementary ed- In those days, husbands sat in the ucation,” Jim explained. “I was high waiting room, so Jim was prepared Department of Recreational Services school social studies and we were a for a long wait with a magazine dime a dozen.” about the Centennial of the Civil The Village of South Holland is a thriving community of Faith, Family and Future. The Village War. He got one paragraph in, and a boasts a workforce that embodies high ethical standards and responsiveness, with a relentless They were able to secure jobs in pursuit of greatness. Individuals joining our workforce are those with a commitment to integrity, the Chicago area and moved first nurse came out and told him he had professionalism, self-discipline, respect and a servant’s heart. to Harvey, living next to the school a new daughter. Three more kids where JoAnn worked. She would followed—two more girls and a boy. The South Holland Department of Recreational walk over to her classroom while Jim Family Services is accepting applications would drive their only car to his job at Jim and JoAnn occasionally spend for the following part-time positions: the new TF South High School in Lan- time at her parents’ farmhouse, sing. In 1962, they purchased a home which JoAnn bought, but JoAnn • Juice Bar/Concession Attendant in Lansing where they still live. says, “We’re not moving there any JoAnn taught kindergarten at a time soon,” JoAnn said. “I decided I • Maintenance few private schools. (Many of the like the city, and we have kids and public schools didn’t yet offer kin- grandkids here. We’re happy to be • Front Desk Receptionist/Rental Manager dergarten.) After a few years she set- around to share time with our grand- (Bi-lingual skills preferred) tled at St. Florian Elementary School kids and great grandkids,” she said. • Fitness Center/Open Gym Attendant in Chicago’s Hegewisch neighbor- Community hood where she had a 25-year career. These days, the couple spends • Security Guard Her first couple years she taught their time serving the community, (Certification preferred) third grade, but then she returned to traveling, exercising at the Eisen- • Lifeguard where her passion was as a kinder- hower Center, attending local con- garten teacher. She retired in 2012. certs, and playing cards with friends. • Sports Camp Counselor Jim’s career included 39 years as a They took a recent trip to Paris to history teacher and swimming coach celebrate their upcoming 60-year • Day Camp Counselor and 20 years as a football coach. His re- wedding anniversary. placement in the social studies depart- JoAnn, who is still active with the APPLICATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 22 ment upon retiring was Jacob Gourley, Lansing Junior Women’s Club and who is now the principal at TF South. Meals on Wheels and church, said, Requirements: After Jim retired, he became a PE “When our first grandchild was born, • Must be a minimum of 16 years of age teacher at St. Florian, where JoAnn people said, ‘Doesn’t that make you • Ability to pass a background check and drug screening was teaching, and the two of them feel old?’ but I think you’re only as old • Ability to carry out oral and written instructions traveled to work together each day as you feel,” she said. The couple now Application: for the next 14 years. has eight grandchildren and four Employment applications are currently available at the Village of South Holland First child great-grandchildren. Jim is active Personnel Services, 16226 Wausau Avenue, South Holland, 9:00am-5:00pm – As the years passed, their family with the Golden K’s organization and Monday through Friday. at First United Methodist Church. grew. When they were expecting THE VILLAGE OF SOUTH HOLLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY their first child, the couple still had Advice EMPLOYER AND DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, just one car, and JoAnn had to get a They each had different bits of RELIGION, AGE OR DISABILITY IN EMPLOYMENT. message to Jim at the school so that advice for young couples. “Learn to Not all the news appears in print. Stay informed with our daily email: thelansingjournal.com/news/subscribe The Lansing Journal | February 6, 2019 | 7 Local Churches bituaries (To add your church to this directory, O email [email protected]) COOK step great-grandfather of three. Interment was private. Arrangements Private inurnment will be at Ridgelawn were entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, A funeral service for Paul E. Cook will Bethel Church be held on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Cemetery, Griffith, IN. Arrangements are Dyer, IN. Westminster Presbyterian Church in Mun- entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, Dyer, IN. ster, IN with services conducted by Rev. SZAJERSKI Quincy Worthington and Rev. Douglas Ca- JOHNSON A funeral Mass for Robert S. Szajerski was ter officiating. A funeral Mass for Loren E. Johnson, Jr. held Friday, February 1, 2019 at St. Maria Mr. Cook was born May 8, 1933 and was held February 4, 2019 at Our Lady of Goretti Catholic Church in Dyer, IN with passed away February 2, 2019. Husband of Consolation Catholic Church in Merrillville, Rev. Ron Zgunda officiating. Barbara Cook (nee Marquardt). Father of IN with Rev. Gregory Bim-Merle officiating. Mr. Szajerski was born September 3, 1938 Glenn, Scott (Ann) Cook and the late Jeffrey Mr. Johnson was born March 10, 1959 and and passed away January 27, 2019. Husband 3500 Glenwood-Lansing Road, Lansing Paul Cook. Grandfather of 8 grandchildren passed away January 29, 2019. Husband of of Barbara Szajerski (nee Daniel). Father of 708-474-9226 Ruth (Joe) Marks, and Lee Zerbian. Grand- and 1 great-grandchild. Brother of Herbert Theresa Johnson (nee O’Sullivan). Father of Pastor Cal Aardsma (Carol Struve) Cook and the late Richard Michael Johnson. Brother of Lynne Oesterle, father of Kyle Marks. Brother of Patricia Worship Services (late Richard) Rudzinski and the late Ronald Cook. Lois (Jack) Burns, and Lee (Hope) Johnson. 9:30am and 5:00pm (Vickie) Szajerski. Interment will be private. Arrangements Interment was private. Arrangements Church School—9:45am are entrusted to Smits-DeYoung-Vroegh Fu- were entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, Interment was private. Arrangements neral Home, South Holland, IL. Dyer, IN. were entrusted to Smits Funeral Home, Dyer, IN. DYKHUIS KARWATKA A memorial service for Paul Dykhuis will A funeral service for Mark Anthony Kar- be held at Lansing Presbyterian Church in watka was held February 4, 2019 at Smits The Lansing Journal runs full obituaries Lansing. IL. Funeral Home in Dyer, IN. with photos in our daily online news 3440 178th Street, Lansing Mr. Dykhuis was born August 8, 1927 and Mr. Karwatka was born September 27, (thelansingjournal.com) as we receive 708-474-5400 passed away January 27, 2019. Husband of 1948 and passed away January 28, 2019. information from funeral homes both Joyce Dykhuis (nee Shesler). Father of Dean- Father of Mark (Nicole) Karwatka and Worship Services local and out-of-state. For $100, we can Sunday School...... 9:30am Katherine Karwatka. Grandfather of eight. na “Sue” (Timothy) Winters, Jeff Dykhuis and also include a version of the notice and Sunday Worship...... 10:30am Tim (Lauri) Dykhuis. Step-father of Kenneth Stepfather of Julie Ward, Michael (Michelle) photo in our upcoming monthly print Siegfried, Marion (Richard) Demchak, Ruth Ward, and Theresa Ward. Brother of the late (Jack) Finlayson, and James (Lori) Siegfried. William (Linda) Karwatka, Robert (Barbara) edition. Interested families can contact Proud grandfather of ten and great-grandfa- Karwatka, Antoinette (Tom) Labuhn and The Lansing Journal directly, or ask your ther of three; step grandfather of eight and Celeste (Roger) Luce. funeral home to do so. 3134 Ridge Road, Lansing 708-474-9610 www.firstchurchpca.org Ben Kappers, Pastor Worship Services Morning Worship...... 9:30am Understanding the Open Meetings Act Sunday School...... 11:00am BY MELANIE JONGSMA Evening Worship...... 5:30pm LANSING, Ill. (January 25, 2019) – “You guys can get together,” Attorney Lynwood United Erin Blake told the Human Relations Reformed Church Commission at their first business meeting, December 20, 2018. Blake was providing some training about the Open Meetings Act, and she was specifically responding to concerns 1990 E. Glenwood-Dyer Road, Lynwood expressed by some of the Commis- 708-474-4100 sioners. Most of them did not know www.LynwoodURC.org each other prior to being appointed Rev. Nick Alons Pastor to the HRC, and they wanted to build Worship Services relationships in order to work effec- 9:30am and 5:00pm tively as a team, but they felt con- stricted by the requirements of the Attorney Erin Blake explains the Open Meetings Act at the December 20, 2018, Human Open Meetings Act (OMA). Relations Commission meeting at the Lansing Public Library. (Photo: Josh Bootsma) Blake assured them that they would be able to get together without violat- party. Given that the party’s campaign will address issues ing the OMA, and her presentation helped them under- relevant to Lansing, the party must take special care to stand the purpose of the OMA as well as how and when not violate the OMA by discussing Trustee business. its requirements are triggered. At the January 23 Village Voice Party press conference, Trustee hopeful Saad Abbasy made a distinction between What the OMA is “campaign business” and “public business,” saying, “[When The Illinois Open Meetings Act was enacted to ensure the party meets], we’re talking about our ideas that we’d that members of the public have access to information like to see implemented—fresh ideas.” Abbasy and the about their government and its decision-making pro- other party candidates have given assurances that no cess. The Act makes all meetings of government bodies public business is being discussed during party meetings. open to the public, and it requires that the public be given notice when such meetings will take place. Other applications All meetings of public bodies are subject to the OMA. What a meeting is The OMA defines a public body as “all legislative, ex- Blake began by defining a meeting as “any gathering ecutive, administrative or advisory bodies of the State, of a majority of a quorum for the purpose of conducting counties, townships, cities, villages, incorporated towns, public business,” and she highlighted the three main school districts and all other municipal corporations, components of that definition: gathering, majority of the boards, bureaus, committees or commissions of this quorum, and public business. State, and any subsidiary bodies of any of the foregoing Because the Human Relations Commission consists of including but not limited to committees and subcom- nine Commissioners, a quorum equals five, and a majori- mittees which are supported in whole or in part by tax ty of the quorum equals three. Therefore, any time three revenue, or which expend tax revenue, except the Gener- Commissioners are present in a physical space or via al Assembly and committees or commissions thereof.” In electronic means (email, video conferencing, group chat, Lansing, public bodies include: etc.), they can be considered “gathering.” • The Village Board of Trustees Gathering is allowed as long as no public business is • All appointed Boards and Commissions: conducted. So, for example, if four Human Relations Com- > Human Relations Commission missioners decide to have lunch together and learn about > Planning and Zoning Board each other’s families, there is no violation of the Open > Police and Fire Commission Meetings Act. If, however, they discuss ways to build com- 2244 Indiana Avenue, Lansing > Police Pension Board 708-474-9576 munity in Lansing and decide to set up an HRC Facebook • District 158 and 171 School Boards www.oakglenurc.org page, that is a violation—they have conducted public • District 215 School Board FB: Oak Glen United Reformed Church business without informing the public ahead of time. • Lansing Public Library Board Rev. Ed Marcusse, Pastor Implications for elections Meetings of any of these public bodies are open to the Worship Services As Lansing’s local election draws near, members of the public and must be announced ahead of time. Whenever Morning Worship...... 9:30am Village Voice Party, Lansing’s only political party, are hold- a majority of a quorum of any of these bodies has gath- Sunday School...... 11:00am Evening Worship...... 5:00pm ing private meetings in preparation for the election. Of ered without notifying the public, no public business Lansing’s six current Trustees, four are members of the shall be conducted. 8 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper Jump N’ Jam to move to Landings shopping area Moving to Lansing will “take us to the next level,” says owner Shaneka Dyson

BY JOSH BOOTSMA N’ Jam location has a kitchen, which will transfer over to the LANSING, Ill. (January 16, 2019) – new facility. Included on the menu Jump N’ Jam Playland, an indoor are pizza, wings, fries, mozzarella inflatable party facility, plans to sticks, nachos, drinks, and slushies. move from Calumet City to Lan- After America’s Kids moves out sing in the coming months, taking of the space and into a neighboring over the space currently occupied storefront, Dyson hopes to com- by America’s Kids in the Landings plete construction and open the shopping area. new location by the end of March. Founded and owned by Mat- teson resident Shaneka Dyson, the Building relationships business will move less than a mile “We are here for the community,” from 1586 Huntington Drive in Dyson said, “We want them to visit Calumet City to the Landings loca- us and become regular custom- tion along Torrence Avenue. ers—we want them to support us. In operation since 2013, Jump N’ We want to be able to have rela- Jam Playland has hosted thousands tionships with the schools and the of children who have enjoyed its in- city. We want to be a business in flatable bounce houses, slides, and Lansing that is here to last…. obstacle courses. Claiming to be Above: Currently “I’m looking to move to Lansing “Chicagoland’s largest indoor in- located at 1586 to take us to the next level.” Huntington flatable party center,” Jump N’ Jam More information prides itself on the experiences it Drive in Calumet City (above), To learn more about Jump N’ can offer young children, including Jump N’ Jam is Jam’s open play times, party pack- birthday parties, school trips, and in an industrial ages, and inflatable rentals, visit fundraisers. area with little www.jumpnjamplayland.com. through traffic. The move Jump N’ Jam Playland is cur- Although both buildings offer the rently open from 3:00–7:00pm Right: The new same floorspace, Dyson is hopeful location, which Wednesday and Thursday, 3:00– that moving the business from its currently hosts 8:00pm Friday, 12:00–9:00pm Sat- current location in an industrial America’s Kids, is urday, and 12:00–8:00pm Sunday. area to a more customer-orient- located at 16795 Once moved into the new location, ed area nearby will provide Jump Torrence Avenue in the Landings shopping center. It has the potential to attract more Jump N’ Jam will be open every day business, says Jump N’ Jam owner Shaneka Dyson. (Photos: Josh Bootsma) N’ Jam with more visibility and of the week, and daily open hours attract more business. broader age range as well. and enjoy more mature music is will extend one hour later. “Where we are located now is “Jump N’ Jam has traditional- planned, as is a tentatively named Jump N’ Jam is currently locat- a horrible location. We definitely ly been geared towards younger “Nerf War” attraction, which will ed at 1586 Huntington Drive in have zero through traffic and most kids…now we’ll have some attrac- operate similarly to laser tag. Calumet City, but will be moving to people in the community don’t tions that are actually going to Dyson is exploring 16795 Torrence Avenue in Lansing. even know we’re there,” said Dyson. interest [older kids], and they’ll the possibility of New attractions and want to come to Jump N’ Jam incorporating some No Personal timeline themselves,” she explained. virtual reality stations Advantage Steam Checks In addition to moving to a new A small “Teen Lounge” area as well. 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Lansing has many options for Hispanic cuisine. From left: Mauricio Murguia owns the La Rosita market. Gilberto Muñoz, owner of Taqueria la Soga, shows off the steak torta that is popular at his restaurant. The shelves at Diana’s Mexican Bakery are lined with sweet treats. The shelves at Cerro Grande are lined with fresh produce. (Photos: Carrie Steinweg) Hungry for Hispanic cuisine? Lansing has many options—from markets to sit-down eateries

BY CARRIE STEINWEG made guacamole and elotes are available every day. and beans. Tacos are also Note: This is the first of a two-part series highlight- Taqueria La Soga available a la ing Hispanic food establishments in Lansing, Illinois. Taqueria La Soga opened two years ago at 19267 Burnham Avenue (the former Lynnie Ques carte. LANSING, Ill. (January 31, 2019) – In recent years location). Open daily starting at 8:30am, the Each order Lansing has seen a sharp increase in its Hispanic store offers a choice of breakfast meals—huevos comes with a population, and that is reflected in the dining op- rancheros, huevos con chorizo, huevos con jamon, small bag of tions within the village. Whether you want a simple huevos a la Mexicana, a breakfast burrito, or tortilla chips taco, some freshly-made tamales, or a container of chiliquilles. And breakfast is served all day long, and pico de guacamole, you don’t have to look far. Better yet, so if you find yourself craving eggs at 6:00pm, gallo or salsa The steak torta is popular at Taqueria these businesses are serving authentic cuisine, they’ve got you covered. verde. They la Soga. (Photo: Carrie Steinweg) made from scratch the way you’d enjoy it if you were Later in the day you can get everything from also have quesadillas to burritos to tortas to enchiladas. sitting at a grandmother’s kitchen table in Mexico. three other varieties of salsa—a mild version, a Pazole, carnitas, menudo, tortas, chili rellenos, carne Other specialties include chiles rellenos, flautas, medium salsa roja, and a spicy habanero salsa. asada, and huevos rancheros are just a few of the fajitas, gorditas, sopes, and tamales. For less ad- The Muñoz family has lived in Lansing for five Mexican dishes you can try at Lansing eateries. venturous eaters, Taqueria La Soga offers cheese- years. They have a teenager and a preschooler. There are also several markets that specialize in burgers, chicken nuggets, and french fries. Mexican products, offer fresh meat, and even sell The best-selling menu items are the tacos, ac- The couple is originally from Mexico and most re- hot ready-to-eat homemade meals. The produce cording to Gilberto Muñoz, who owns the restau- cently lived in California, where Gilberto worked selection ranges from common items like pota- rant with his wife, Martha. Among the choices are in his family’s restaurant. When he started his toes, cabbage, and carrots to more exotic items carne asada (steak), al pastor (marinated pork), own restaurant in Lansing, he continued with the like papaya, plantains, and prickly pear cactus. pollo asada (grilled chicken), chorizo (Mexican special family recipes he grew up on. Menudo, a For locals who find themselves missing Jansma’s sausage), carnitas (pork), veggie, and shrimp. Mexican soup, is served on Saturdays, and a dif- Farm Stand, several Hispanic markets offer a sim- Tacos can be made Mexican-style with onions ferent special soup is offered on Wednesdays. Save ilar produce experience. and cilantro, or American-style with lettuce, See “Cuisine,” page 14 cheese, and tomato. La Rosita A taco dinner is $9.65 La Rosita, a Mexican market located at 3315 for three tacos (your Ridge Road, opened about 18 months ago. One in a The RighT AgenT is The RighT Move choice of meat), rice, chain of family-owned markets with more than a dozen locations, the Lansing store What You Do, is owned by Mauricio Murguia and his Love Do What You wife, Josefina Perez. Murguia said he hadn’t been to Lansing Love before purchasing the store, but he is very happy to be part of the Lansing communi- 2000 ty. “It’s really nice, and I enjoy it,” he said. Maria Eng The stores are downsized supermarkets call me direct: 219-682-6497 where you can buy essential staples and [email protected] much more, often at lower prices than the [email protected] LicEnsEd in www.mariaeng.illinoisproperty.com big supermarkets, said Murguia. illinois & indiana His store is known for fresh, high-quality ALL meats, and they supply meat to several area Elotes, or Mexican Corn Cup, is Looking forward to the Each Office Independently Owned and Operated restaurants. On weekends, shoppers can made fresh daily at La Rosita. opportunity to serve you with buy carnitas, tamales, and menudo. Freshly (Photo: Carrie Steinweg) your real estate needs.

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10 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper History and distillery come together at The Well Oldest standing brewery in Illinois embraces its colorful past

BY KATIE ARVIA most of the photographs that are now displayed throughout the bar and sitting areas. THORNTON, Ill. (January 31, 2019) – If you’re “I would venture to say that this is the most his- looking for a good drink, a good story, or just a torical building in Thornton, so the fact that we’re good time, The Well at the Distillery has all the not trying to bulldoze it to build a parking lot— bases covered. Located at 400 E. Margaret Street we’re actually embracing the history—they’re in neighboring Thornton, The Well sits on the really excited. And we’re super excited because banks of Thorn Creek, on the west side of the they’ve been helping us so much,” Howell said. forest preserve. “We wouldn’t have anything up on the walls right The doors off of Margaret Street open up to now if it weren’t for them.” The Well’s tasting room, a former grain tower When John Bielfeldt obtained the land in 1857, complete with a limestone bar created with he built the original grain tower and connected stones from the Thornton quarry and overseen by living quarters for himself and his family. Biel- portraits of past owners. To the left is an old body feldt tapped into the natural spring located on shop, now being used as a special events space. To the property and built the original well to brew the right is the original basement of the build- his lager beer. He owned and operated the John S. ing, where there’s more seating room, a modest Bielfeldt Brewing company until his death in 1899. museum, and a staircase leading down to the Over the course of the building’s 150-year history, distillery’s namesake well. the property has seen numerous changes of hand, Andrew Howell and his business partner Jake several natural disasters, and even a few famous Weiss, who has owned the property for several mobsters. years, have been hard at work since 2014 restor- “The building endured throughout the years,” ing the building to its former glory. The Well is Howell said. “There was a fire here, a tornado the oldest standing brewery in Illinois, dating struck here at one point, but the brewery endured… During remodeling, Howell and Weiss found full bottles back to the 1850s. It sits on land originally inhab- until Prohibition. That’s what finally sank it.” of brew from past breweries, which they now display in a glass cabinet. (Photo: Katie Arvia) ited by the Potawatomi, led by Chief Shabonna. In 1920, Prohibition went into full effect across Originally from Nebraska, Howell said he the country, and Bielfeldt’s children sold the searched all over Chicago and even in New Orle- off,” Howell said. “There’s an article about agents property. According to a census, the building was raiding the place and pouring out hundreds of ans for the perfect location to house the distill- then used as a soda manufacturer in the 1920s, barrels [of beer].” ery. After coming across the property in a listing but beer was still being brewed on the property by After Prohibition ended, new (legal) operations posted by Weiss, he knew it would be perfect. Al Capone’s agent Joseph Soltis, who would later moved into the space, including Thornton Brew- Embracing history be labeled Public Enemy Number 9. (It is said that Howell and Weiss partnered up and worked Capone himself frequented the brewery.) Al- ing (1933–1936), Illinois Brewing (1937–1940), with the Thornton mayor’s office, who put togeth- though Soltis’s main territory was in the Back of Frederick’s Brewing (1940–1948), McAvoy er an incentives package and became strong sup- the Yards in Chicago, the Thornton location was Brewing (1948–1950), and White Bear Brewing porters of the project. The Thornton Historical a huge operation for supplying beer in the south (1951–1957). Society has also supported The Well since its early suburbs. In the 1980s, Ken & Dick’s Restaurant and stages and even provided several artifacts and “He sort of picked up where legal brewers left continued next page Warm Up in Your New Home Move in by February 28, 2019 and receive a $500 gift card after a month of residency!

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Bambino’s Hideaway moved into the space. Later, Widow McCleary’s opened on the second floor of the building, where Bielfeldt’s family once lived. Apartments, a body shop, an ice house, a Schweppe’s bottling line, and more were housed on the property at one point. In fact, the build- ing was once known as the Thornton Industrial Complex due to the numerous businesses oper- ating on site. However, when Widow McCleary’s closed its doors, the building went silent. Finding treasures It sat vacant for over a decade, until Howell and Weiss began renovating the space in 2014. During renovations, the team stumbled across several treasures, including full bottles from past brew- eries, original postcards signed by Bielfeldt, glass beer signs, and grains between the floorboards. “During renovations, we found a bunch of full bottles, some of which were up in the attic, and some things were buried in back. I found some stuff when I was digging through a hole in the foundation wall,” Howell said. The historical society donated a few more bottles, as well as The bar was created with limestone from the Thornton quarry. The special events space can be seen through the far keychains, bottle caps, and photographs. Addi- window. (Photo: Katie Arvia) tional artifacts were donated by one of Bielfeldt’s great-grandsons, and the antique furniture was Aside from ongoing renovations, Howell and Impressive production provided by a friend. Weiss are also working on new labels to rebrand Not surprisingly, the production area is just as their products after original designs fell through. impressive as the rest of the building. Shiny new Ongoing renovations “The new brand is going to be Thornton-cen- distilling equipment fills the room and is a stark Now Howell and Weiss have plans to renovate tric. It’s all about the town, the quarry, the people,” contrast to the rest of the space. The room also the second and third floors to eventually include an Howell said, who described Thornton as “awesome.” includes barrels for aging. additional special event space and a family-friendly However, marketing at The Well has been “It’s not nearly as pretty as the front of house, restaurant. Currently in the process of obtaining but it is functional,” Klafter said. “We’ve got some permits, Howell plans to install a staircase in the delayed by the government shutdown, due to the stuff that’s been aging for well over a year.” front of the building to access the upstairs. temporary closure of the Alcohol and Tobacco With help from carpenter Eddy Chacon, who Tax and Trade Bureau, which has prevented Ari A booming business built the bar, tables, and picture frames, Howell Klafter, The Well’s Head Distiller, from obtaining Despite several setbacks, The Well is quickly hopes to have the upstairs area up and running by new labels for their products. becoming an area favorite. Howell said business the end of 2019. He wants to offer a unique space, “We’ve been working behind the scenes on some is booming and, in fact, has been more successful different from the typical banquet hall. Several stuff, so we can get ready for market, and this has than he originally anticipated. The Well currently people have already expressed interest in booking delayed it pretty substantially,” Howell explained. offers tours as well as open mic nights on Sun- the completed space for events. In the meantime, several hundred barrels are days and trivia on Thursdays. being aged and pre- “We’re starting to get really busy; we’re starting pared for consump- to host special events. Things are trending in the tion; The Well creates right direction,” Howell said. “Business has dou- its own whiskey, rum, bled since March. Hopefully, we can be one of the Catering Menu and gin. best spots around. Where everyone knows about us—locals and Call 708-GRI-NDER (474-6337) The Well at the Distillery is located at 400 E. Margaret Street tourists alike.” to place your order in Thornton, Illinois. More photos are included in the online The Well at the version of this story at thelansingjournal.com. 3300 Ridge Road Distillery is located Lansing, IL 60438 at 400 E. Margaret Street in Thorn- ton, Illinois. The PARTY GRINDER BOXES Well is open for Small Party Box— 4 Whole Grinders of your choice (serves 10) —$47.00 business Thursday Large Party Box— 8 Whole Grinders of your choice (serves 20) —$90.00 and Sunday from 3:00–10:00pm, and PARTY SALADS Friday and Sat- Salads serve 15–20 when served with other food urday from 3:00– Choice of two dressings: Ranch, Italian, or French 12:00am. Tours can Vegetarian Salad—$18.99 be booked online. Chef Salad—$22.99 Grilled Chicken Salad—$25.99 ADDITIONAL PARTY ITEMS Garlic Cheese Bread (24 pieces)—$12.00 Tomato Bread (24 pieces)—$12.00 Dozen Cookies (White Chocolate Macadamia Nut or Chocolate Chip)—$6.50 NOW QUALITY COMPANY SEEKING QUALITY WORKERS HIRING Join our Text Club for great specials! Text “fresh” to 41166

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12 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper ‘Walk Over Wednesdays’ fill the gap TF South students find food, music, and neighbors at the church building next door

By Ernst Lamothe Jr. way to do something like this,” said Kilbury, 14, a freshman at South who has been coming for LANSING, Ill. (February 1, 2019) - Nathan Kil- the past three months. “I look forward to it, bury grabs a slice of sausage pizza, picks up a and I know a lot of us feel the same way.” few cookies, and stands in the middle of large Because TF South teachers and staff have hall just catching up with some friends. By itself, professional development on Wednesday af- each of those three actions seems uneventful and ternoons, students are dismissed early. While common—especially for a teenage football player. that might be some students’ idea of a great But they are all elements of a local program that day, others who have extracurricular clubs and attracts hundreds of students each week. sports have an hour and a half gap between Every Wednesday First United Methodist the end of school and the start of those activ- Church and Increasing Faith Ministries combine ities. It’s a gap that can mean the difference to offer Walk Over Wednesday, a weekly event between staying focused or getting in trouble. where TF South students can hang out with And the kids appreciate the chance to refuel friends, talk to church members, play games, before their next activities. dance, and overall fellowship. The church is at “We had one parent I had never met before, 18420 Burnham Avenue in Lansing, walking dis- come up to me in the parking lot and donate tance from the high school. $100 to the program in appreciation for what “There are not a lot of places that go out of the we are doing,” said David Price, pastor at First United Methodist. A great idea TF South football player Nathan Kilbury grabs a slice of pizza The idea morphed from the during the gap between early school dismissal and regular football practice. (Photo: Dan Bovino) church’s Thirsty Thursdays initia- tive—on Thursdays church members something incredible when after that first time would bring drinks over to TF South, and the students asked us if we were doing it again after serving 400 cups they would run the following week.” out. The church enjoyed connecting with the teens, so they considered hosting a Plenty to do Wednesday afternoon gathering once There’s a game room featuring board games a month. They were prepared for a few like Scrabble, Taboo, and Battleship buttressed dozen the first time they did it last year. by mini table and foosball tables. A big screen Pastor LeVar Young (left) deejays for students during Walk Over “Then we had more than 140 stu- television also showcases movies. Using his disc Wednesdays. (Photo: Dan Bovino) dents turn up, and we couldn’t believe jockey skills, LeVar Young—pastor and found- it,” said Price. “We knew we were on to er of Increasing Faith Ministries—plays music

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the students in any way they want. It could be a quick conversation, a prayer, or simply knowing that there are people who care about them. “Students want to know that you are think- ing about them. They want to feel a connec- tion,” added Young. Ryan Richardson, dean of students at TF South, typically comes over just to speak with students and help provide them an out-of- school outlet for conversations or relaxation. Thankful that Price and Young give students this almost two-hour outlet each week, he un- derstands the importance of that time. “You can see the people involved in creating and hosting these Walk Over Wednesdays really care about the students. They asked their opin- ions on how to make this even better—which was important because what an adult thinks is a good time isn’t always what a teenager thinks!” added Richardson. Price said he continues to look at ways to elevate Walk Over Wednesday and is always open to groups donating time, money, and resources to make sure the program thrives. More than 140 students showed up for the first Walk Over Wednesday, and the program continues to grow, giving kids a way “Each week we try to do something different. to fill the gap between early dismissal and after-school commitments. (Photo: Dan Bovino) We try to challenge ourselves to make this en- vironment welcoming for students,” said Price. throughout the afternoon while students dance him about Walk Over Wednesdays. Now it’s one “I grew up in Lansing, and this is my home or just listen. He credits talking with the stu- of the highlights of his week. and my community. We are striving to make an dents and understanding their needs as one of “It’s just an incredible thing that this church is impact in every way we can.” the reasons the program continues to grow. doing for students,” said Stockdreher. “They don’t “Students want activities sometimes to keep have to do this, but they Pastor Dave Price from First United Methodist Church (left) and Pastor LeVar Young from them out of trouble or just as something inter- all enjoy helping us out. Increasing Faith Ministries lead Walk Over Wednesdays. (Photo: Dan Bovino) esting that they can get into,” said Young. “Pastor We really appreciate Price and I made sure to ask students about what being able to hang out they wanted to see each week, so they could get in- here, have some food, vested and feel like they were truly a part of this.” and just have fun.” Student-endorsed Making a Freshman Alex Stockdreher describes himself difference as “always in a hurry,” so he tends to like to be The pastors and church first anywhere he goes. His older brother told officials are there to help

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Jackie Terrazas moved to Lansing as a teenager and fresh meats as well as order hot freshly-made Cuisine, from page 9 24 years ago. She’s a second-generation American food to enjoy at one of the cafe tables. Owner Yenni with parents who were from Guadalajara, Mexico. Prado said that so far business has been going well, room for dessert—the flan is made from scratch For many years, her family had to go to other and they’ve gotten a good response from customers. in the kitchen there. towns to visit a Mexican grocery. Up until recent- The store is open 10:00am–9:00pm daily, and Diana’s Mexican Bakery ly, she did much of her shopping in Hammond or customers can order hot, made-from-scratch You can also satisfy your sweet tooth at Diana’s Calumet City. food from 7:00am–9:00pm daily, including tortas, Mexican Bakery, formerly La Rosa de Guadalupe Since Diana’s opened up down the street from burritos, chimichangas, sopes, gorditas, and Bakery, at 19124 Burnham Avenue. Diana’s makes her, Terrazas visits three or four times a week. She more. On weekends, they have carnitas, barbacoa, a plethora of tasty treats, whether you want a loves a sugary horn pastry filled with strawberry menudo, and tamales. You can also pick up hand- traditional American-style doughnut or a flaky jelly; her kids love the chocolate chip cookies. made tortillas for $2.99 a dozen. Mexican pastry. If you’re stopping in to the bakery, be aware that Writer’s note: Thank you to Lilly Maciel for accom- A big part of their business, according to em- they take cash only. panying me to several locations and serving as a ployee Elizabeth Mendez, comes from baking Cerro Grande translator when needed. bread that goes out to stores and restaurants. If Terrazas has also become a frequent shopper at you order a torta at Taqueria La Soga it will be Cerro Grande, Lansing’s newest Mexican busi- Hispanic food in Lansing, Illinois made on bread baked at Diana’s. Their chili jala- ness. It opened just three months ago at 19064 peño bread is made with peppers and cheese and Hispanic markets, grocery stores, and restau- Burnham Avenue, a building that had sat vacant rants in Lansing include: is very popular. since La Balanza closed Shelves and cases are • Burrito Express—17400 Burnham Ave several years ago. • Cerro Grande—19064 Burnham Ave lined with cookies, muffins, “They have good food brownies, cakes, and other • Diana’s Mexican Bakery—19124 Burnham Ave and good service,” said • El Mariachi II—18331 Torrence Ave treats. Mendez said that Terrazas. “I buy a lot of the pumpkin empanadas • La Rosita—3315 Ridge Rd food there and at Three • Murillo’s Produce—19261 Burnham Ave are her favorites, along Roosters.” with the tres leche cake • Tacos & Burritos Rancho Grande—3444 Cerro Grande is a Ridge Rd slices. Prices are reason- combination market/ able, with cookies at about • Taqueria La Soga—19267 Burnham Ave taqueria where you can • Three Roosters—3224 171st St 60¢ and a slice of tres leche buy groceries, produce, cake just $2.50. Other goodies include a lightly sweet pastry called el mojo de vaca or “eye of the cow,” a traditional bread called sema de acambaro, and conchas. WALT’S View Our Ad & Current Values Elizabeth Mendez works at Diana’s at www.waltsfoods.com Mexican Bakery. Baking bread for local stores keeps them busy. SALE DATES: WED. FEB. 6th thru TUES. FEB. 12th, 2019 (Photo: Carrie Steinweg) €  ‘ ‘ ’ Fresh Grape Broccoli Tomatoes  Crowns Quality, Value No ¢ ¢ Waste! & Integrity 99 99 Lb.

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races, and creeds. He notes that al- years helping youth at Cottage Grove Hardy, and Mike Manno as Trust- Candidates, from page 1 though Lansing residents may have Middle School (Ford Heights) and ee candidates. Zeldenrust was not differences of opinion, he believes Bloom High School (Chicago Heights) elected then, but Eidam was, and Superintendent. Mike and his wife “everyone shares the common desire to resolve conflict through dialogue. she then appointed Zeldenrust to Kathy have raised their family in to live in a town where neighbors His background in advocacy and fill her vacated Trustee seat. In that Lansing and dedicate themselves support each other, where govern- activism includes work as a commu- capacity he has chaired the Finance to community-based public service. ment acts to provide its residents nity liaison for the AFL-CIO and as an and Police Committees. “My time as Fish has been a Cub Scout leader, a with the best possible services, and executive board member of the Inter- Trustee has taught me a great deal school booster, a swimming coach where we can thrive not only as national Union of Painters and Allied about municipal government,” he for the disabled, and a Lansing individuals, but as a community.” Trades Local 730. As a rally officer and said at the press conference, “and Copper Mugger. He has served on He expresses a desire to ensure that organizer against the American Legis- has given me a taste of what can the LARC board for developmen- village government is “responsive, lative Exchange Council, he spent three happen when good-hearted people tally disabled adults, later serving transparent, and honest.” years advocating for Illinois workers’ come together and care for the vil- as its President. He also served on Goals rights under former Governor Quinn. lage they love.” the Lan-Oak Park Board, eventually Thomas is a member of LACE serving as its President. Currently Two goals he mentioned within his Values January 23 public speech are: (Lansing Association for Community As a former police officer himself, Fish is serving on the Village Plan- Events) and the Lansing Lions Club ning and Zoning Board. 1) To recognize and value senior Zeldenrust has a special sensitivity citizens and provide them with in- because he believes everyone should to the needs of the Lansing Police Values formation and programs to commu- give back to the community. He en- Department. He cited improvements Fish believes it is important for nicate the directions of the Village courages younger Lansing residents made this past year—more officers, Trustees to listen to Lansing resi- 2) To support high-quality profes- and new business owners to join new squad cars, and shared patrol dents and to regularly communicate. sional development and technology established Lansing organizations. costs with District 158—and he He states that his experiences both for police, fire, and public works Values promised to continue with similar as a Village employee and as a volun- employees. Thomas believes that Lansing is enhancements if elected in April. He teer have allowed him to form con- looking for “young blood, new ideas, also expressed appreciation for the nections with residents of all ages, Larry Thomas and innovative thinking.” As a Trust- Village’s Finance Department and Independent Candidate ee, he would like to involve Lansing their “continued struggle to do more leaders in Restorative Justice princi- with less.” Experience ples, believing that open dialogue is A lifelong church member, Trustee A Lansing resi- the best way to resolve conflict. Zeldenrust has found a way to acti- dent for 10 years, vate church members’ desire to bless Thomas currently Goals their neighbors. His role in Lansing works for a Chica- Thomas understands the influence government gives him access to go staffing agency that legislation has on all Lansing It’s Not Too Late people and departments who know that helps the un- constituents, so if elected he intends about specific needs in town, so he to register for Spring classes! employed find temporary work. to strengthen connections not only helped form a volunteer group—Love 12-week classes begin He graduated from Governor’s with the Lansing Police and Fire February 11! for Lansing—to respond to those State University with a Bache- Departments, but also with School needs. Projects have involved yard lor’s degree in Criminal Justice. Boards and the Park District, two Enroll in cutting edge career programs work, carpentry, tree trimming, small As a licensed Restorative Jus- separate bodies. He’d like to involve or get started with the basic credits. repairs, and clean-up. www.ssc.edu tice Counselor, he spent four Lansing youth in Lansing organi- zations and activities. And he has Goals ideas for making greater use of the “I look forward to continuing the Lansing Municipal Airport, which he good work we have started,” said says represents untapped economic Zeldenrust at the press conference, potential for Lansing. Thomas also citing the following specifics: com- proposes to donate his Trustee salary municating LPD’s high standards to Lansing veterans and seniors. and integrity to new officers; sup- “I’m not interested in creating waves porting the work of the Human or in changing Lansing from what it Relations Commission as they build is,” says Thomas. 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Even though Dan Merrick had to get up at 2:30am in order to trek The Lansing Journal journeys to the top of Mount Haleakalá, Maui, to see the 6:30am sunrise, he remembered his copy of The Lansing Journal. Merrick works for Homewood Disposal, which handles garbage and recycling pick-up Maui and Munster for the Village of Lansing. (Photo: Katie Merrick) The Lansing Journal Journeys is an ongoing feature that invites readers to submit photos of themselves in unique locations with The Lansing Journal. Email entries to [email protected] and include: 1. The names of any people in the photo 2. The name of the photographer 3. Information about the location or situation We publish all submissions online and as many as possible in print.

“I visited Sonny’s Nails (316 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana) for a birthday pedicure as a gift from my mom. I brought copies of The Lansing Journal for salon patrons to enjoy. Mom and I were the only customers there on this frigid day, and we had a nice visit with the staff, two of whom live in Lansing. When my mom told Sonny I work for The Lansing Journal, he asked for a photo with me. So we decided to do a ‘Lansing Journal Journeys’ together!” explained Melanie Jongsma. (Photo: Patti Jongsma)

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BY MELANIE JONGSMA visitor turnout since we opened Promise You Art House more than a HIGHLAND, Ind. (January 30, 2019) year ago. It was a huge success.” – It’s hard to explain what “nart” is— The exhibit continues through even for the man who created it. Illus- April 6. trator, artist, cartoonist, and animator Jim Siergey knows there’s a distinc- No tomatoes tion between “art” and “nart,” but the Like any artist, Siergey is reluctant to project specific hopes onto the distinction is more of a gut feeling exhibit. Recognizing that his work is than a defined set of characteristics. “I somewhat offbeat and cerebral, he know it when I see it,” he says. only dares to hope that there might The pieces Siergey has chosen for be “some form of appreciation”—or his nart exhibit, which opened Febru- at least that the pieces won’t be ary 2, give clues about what nart is. stained with tomatoes by the end of They are all black-and-white illustra- the showing. tions, and most involve some kind Early reviews indicate he has noth- of clever silliness or visual wordplay. ing to worry about. “It’s a very witty The style is reminiscent of early exhibit,” “So clever,” and “The nart animations like Steamboat Willie exhibit really makes the gallery feel and 1950s Popeye cartoons (which alive” were among the comments Siergey concurs were an influence), from gallery guests. and the humor evokes 1980s desk The works on display range in price calendars from The Far Side series. from $100 to $500. Though Siergey “The same things I used to get sent has fond attachments to all of them, to the principal’s office for doing, Jim Siergey’s work blends illustration with wordplay. (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) his recent move and new phase of life people now pay me to do,” he smiles. has brought him to a point where he’s From Chicago to Munster at the southwest corner of Kennedy and Clough ready to let them go to new homes. Siergey has lived and worked in Chicago for 40 less than two years ago, and he and his sons Promise You Art House is located at 8830 Ken- years and only recently moved to Munster, Indi- began remodeling it into “an eclectic hub for art nedy Avenue in Highland, Indiana, and is open to ana. (He still struggles to say the word “suburbs,” and art services.” The Lubarski family has lived the public on Thursdays and Fridays from 4:00– choosing “small town” instead.) The reasons for in Highland their whole lives, and the house’s 8:00pm and on Saturdays from 11:00am–7:00pm. the move involve family, taxes, and aging—their history dates back to the Prohibition era. “We love Admission is free. For further information, visit previous home was a 120-year-old building, and the town of Highland, and all three of my kids www.PYarthouse.com. Siergey and his wife, anticipating retirement, are artists,” explains Lubarski, “so did not want to invest their limited income into [this business] was like a no-brain- maintaining it. er. We’re all about inspiring other “We thought it would be a big change, ’cause artists.” we’ve lived in the city our whole lives,” he says Having been open for business about life in small-town Indiana, “but we got only about a year, the Promise You inured to it very quickly. The only difference is, I Art House has already hosted seven can’t just walk to any place I want to.” Instead, he exhibits; Siergey’s nart show is the walks behind a lawnmower in the summer and a eighth. The weather on Saturday, shovel in the winter. Opening Day, was about 60 degrees to Highland warmer than the historic lows that When a friend heard Siergey was moving to had frozen the area during the Munster, she suggested he should do a show. preceding week, and more than 100 Together they scouted different galleries, in- guests attended the Opening Day cluding the Promise You Art House in Highland, reception, which ran from noon to 6:00pm. Manager Mary Beth Lu- Promise You Art House is located at 8830 Kennedy Indiana, where they both agreed the “vibe” was Avenue in Highland, Indiana. (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) perfect. Owner Dave Lubarski bought the house barski reported, “It was the largest

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Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau releases 2019 Visitors Guide: “Become a tourist in your town,” says CSCVB BY MELANIE JONGSMA • Call the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau: 888-895-8233 • Email [email protected] LANSING, Ill. (January 28, 2019) – Last month, the Chicago South- About the CSCVB land Convention & Visitors Bureau Based in Lansing, the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau (CSCVB) announced the release of is the official marketing organization for Chicago’s 62 south and southwest the 2019 Visitors Guide. The 88- suburbs. The CSCVB markets the Chicago Southland region as a destination page guide is filled with activities, for leisure, meetings, conventions, group tours, and sports events. For more events, and venues that attract information, go to VisitChicagoSouthland.com. visitors to the Chicago Southland, including getaway ideas, interac- tive fun for kids, nature centers, and more. You could have this eighth-page The Visitors Guide can also serve as a resource for residents. black-and-white “Become a tourist in your town,” says the CSCVB, “by discovering ad space something new for the family or out-of-town guests.” for $100. Jim Garrett, President/CEO of the CSCVB stated, “Visitors will see that the region offers so much—from golf courses, festivals, events, concert venues, and even yoga in a sculpture Contact us to be in next month’s print issue: park! The Visitors Guide has plenty of fresh ideas and endless opportunities for your next Chicago Southland getaway.” The 2019 issue also features history lessons designed to get visitors ex- ploring the area. Readers can find out more about Native American influ- ence as well as the movement and settlement of African Americans across the Chicago Southland. To order a copy or view the guide online: [email protected] • Go to www.VisitChicagoSouthland.com/InfoRequest

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Notice is hereby given, pursuant to “An Act in relation to the use of an Assumed Business Name in the conduct or transaction of Business in the State,” as amended, that Senses Schoolto Soul of Music a certification was registered by the undersigned with Affordable Music Lessons for Adults and Young People the County Clerk of Cook County. Registration Number: Y19000483 on January 24, 2019 under the assumed Instrumental and Vocal Lessons Only $15 business name of OPPORTUNITY LANDSCAPING with the Register Today | Mon-Sat 10a-9p business located at 20394 BLUESTEM PKWY, LYNWOOD, Allen Kern Certified Music Educator IL 60411. The true and real full name(s) and residence 150 W. 168th St – 2nd Fl | South Holland, IL address of the owner(s)/partner(s) is EDGAR G BANUELOS, [email protected] | (773) 837-8638 20394 BLUESTEM PKWY, LYNWOOD, IL 60411, USA 20 | February 6, 2019 | The Lansing Journal Every community deserves a good newspaper SUDOKU CROSSWORD 2 9 64

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U Q A S P A C E G H O S T D U P P U D T S O H G E C A P S A Q U 218395647 H S M S E M O S E U R G E H T Q Q T H E G R U E S O M E S M S H SOLUTIONS Maze #7 Announcements are free and run in The Shopper each week. They are accepted by SOLVE THE MAZE SOLVE e-mail at [email protected], or at the front counter. Deadline is Friday at 4:00 p.m. for the following Thursday’s edition. The Shopper reserves the right to edit all content. Not all the news appears in print. Stay informed with our daily email: thelansingjournal.com/news/subscribe The Lansing Journal | February 6, 2019 | 21 Sure to be a hit Winterhoff Park gets music-themed addition BY ASHLEE DE WIT LANSING, Ill. (January 18, 2019) – If new park equipment is music to your ears, you will love the recent addition to Lansing’s Winterhoff Park. A xylophone, drums, and chimes have been installed next to the play- ground equipment in a feature called “Symphony at Winterhoff Park.” A xylophone is one of The Lan-Oak Park District decided to construct the melodic element after the musical instruments hearing from a resident, Karen Adams. She attended a park board meeting installed next to the to share information about a musical outdoor park she visited while on vaca- playground equipment at tion in another state. Winterhoff Park. (Photo: Ashlee De Wit) More Winterhoff was the best location for the instruments, explained Sharon photos are included Desjardins, Senior Superintendent of Strategy & Operations for Lan-Oak in the online version Park District. “It is centrally located, one of our larger parks, had plenty of of this story: www. space…and the music element seemed compatible with neighboring Fox thelansingjournal.com. Pointe, a music venue,” she said. This symphony is the latest of the park district’s “destination parks.” Three years ago the board committed itself to offering unique activities in some of its various parks—something different from the standard playground options. Other destination parks include the Storywalk at Van Laten Park (183rd & Hol- land Drive) and the new dog park at Bock Park (175th and Chicago Avenue). Symphony at Winterhoff Park is currently awaiting the addition of a shade and changeable song display for the xylophone. The display, with colored dots that correspond to the colors on the bars, will allow park visitors to play actual songs on the instrument. Other than those finishing touches, the park is ready for visitors. Winterhoff’s latest addition joins two other destination parks opening this year: a bocce ball court at Potts Park (172nd and Oakwood), as well as horseshoes and cornhole at Lan-Oak Park (180th and Arcadia). Equipment for those parks will be available for free checkout at the Eisenhower Center starting April 1, 2019. The Eisenhower Center is located at 2550 178th Street in Lansing, Illinois. New Lansing Garden Club marks beginning of a greener Lansing JERRY LEE JOHNNY BY MELANIE JONGSMA ELVIS CARL LANSING, Ill. (January 22, 2019) – “We’ve come to announce the creation of PRESLEY PERKINS the Lansing Garden Club,” said Diane Lund and her husband Rich during LEWIS CASH the Public Comment portion of the January 15 Village Board meeting. “We’re very excited.” Lund is an avid gardener, and her yard is a Certified Natural Habitat by the National Wildlife Federation. She retired last year from her job as librarian at Heritage Middle School, where she also built gardens, including a Certified Natural Habitat designed to attract monarch butterflies. She and her husband were also part of Lansing’s Beautification Committee, a volunteer group that took responsibility for the plantings around Lansing’s welcome signs, in the planters along Ridge Road, and at focal points such as the History Plaza and Fox Pointe. She’s hoping to find other garden enthusiasts who understand the im- FEBRUARY 14 - MARCH 31 portance of gardens and gardening. She describes the club as “a non-profit informal club whose members love to garden, whether it is growing a large formal garden, a small vegetable garden, or patio containers.” The mission of the Lansing Garden Club is to stimulate a love of gardening, native species, pollinators, and birds in the community and at home. Beyond the Garden Club In fact, Lund would love to see Lansing become certified as a Natural Habitat Community by participating in the National Wildlife Federation’s Community Wildlife Habitat program. She had downloaded a checklist of the certification requirements (PDF), and she informed the Board, “This is very doable. And there are some nice grants available as well.” Lund’s dream of seeing Lansing become “a visionary community that pre- serves and nurtures nature while promoting business growth and desirable residential areas within its boundaries” is not out of reach—Lansing has already shown movement in that direction. In 2016 the Village offered free rain barrels to residents; in 2018 the Lunds were instrumental in changing an ordinance that had prevented beekeeping; the Lansing Garden Club will be a next step in being green, and a few minutes after the Lunds’ presenta- Actors Tommy Malouf, Zach Sorrow, Zachary Stevenson and Michael Kurowski. Photo by Brett Beiner. tion, Village Administrator Dan Podgorski described a new parking lot plan that had earned a grant as a Green Infrastructure Project. Joining the Garden Club The Lansing Garden Club will meet on the third Tuesday of each month, 6:30–8:00pm, in the community room at the Lansing Public Library. The Lansing Public Library is located at 2750 Indiana Avenue in Lan- sing, Illinois. 22

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TF South to offer baseball Bulldogs Baseball Program clinic to ‘Future Rebels’ to host Adult-Child Baseball Saturday, March 2, 3:00–6:00pm Camps INFORMATION PROVIDED BY South Suburban College BY MELANIE JONGSMA LANSING, Ill. (January 18, 2019) – “With the baseball season SOUTH HOLLAND, Ill. (January 22, 2019) – The South Subur- quickly approaching, I would like to invite you to TF South for the ban College Baseball Program and Head Coach Steve Ruzich will be Future Rebel Baseball Clinic,” begins a letter from Matt Tiffy to prospective conducting Adult-Child Baseball Camps February 15–17 for boys and girls TF South ball players. The clinic offers players as young as six years old ages 6–14. The Camps will feature sessions for pitching, catching, hitting, and an opportunity to receive hands-on training from TF South coaches and fielding while providing adults and children the opportunity to improve their players. knowledge of baseball skills and techniques. Kids will be given expert instruc- Tiffy believes the clinic can help young athletes develop skills that they tion and time to practice and improve their skills through a variety of station will use in their immediately upcoming seasons. Just as important, it can drills. Adults will be taught how to use effective teaching methods, provide give them a vision of what it’s like to play at the high school level. instruction using proper skill techniques, and utilize effective drills. Instructors will provide both hitting and defense instruction, including Ruzich has coached the SSC Baseball Program for the past 32 years and throwing, fielding ground balls, and catching fly balls. Participants will be has accrued over 1,000 wins with a winning percentage over 63%. Not only given the opportunity to choose a position to practice during the camp: has he enjoyed success as a college coach and player, he has also established pitching, infield, outfield, or catching. Each player will receive individual in- himself as a reputable youth baseball camp director around the state. In struction and ample hitting time that includes instruction in hitting, focus- addition to Ruzich’s instruction, SSC baseball players will be on hand to help ing on proper techniques, and using various drills and hitting equipment. the campers develop and improve their skills. The Future Rebel Baseball Clinic focuses on two age groups: 6–10-year- Camp participants should wear gym shoes and workout attire and should olds and 11–14-year-olds. Camp begins at 3:00pm on Saturday, March 2. bring their own equipment. Adults should dress casual and wear gym shoes. Last-minute registration will still be available at 2:30pm that day, but Tiffy The cost is $45 for one adult and one child per camp, and $40 per camp if encourages attendees to register early, as space is limited and only the first enrolled in more than one. The cost is $30 for each additional child. Checks 50 registrants will receive a t-shirt. should be made payable to South Suburban College Baseball. Cost for the clinic is $35. For more information, or to register for the Future Rebels Baseball Clinic, Camp options are as follows: contact Coach Tiffy at TF South High School: Pitching • Phone 708-585-2067 • Saturday, February 16, 9:00–11:30am • Email [email protected] Hitting TF South High School is located at 18500 Burnham Avenue in Lansing. • Saturday, February 16, 1:00–3:30pm • Sunday, February 17, 11:00am–1:30pm Fielding • Friday, February 15, 6:30–9:00pm The camps are located at Bulldog Field on SSC’s Main Campus—15800 South State Street, South Holland, Illinois.For more information or to regis- ter, contact Coach Ruzich: 708-225-5843 or [email protected]. Chicago;Van Drunen Heating;A07377-51682-156611-5 x 6.5-4c-4c (18Fa-Early)

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BY MELANIE JONGSMA LANSING, Ill. (January 29, 2019) – On a cold, bright Saturday morning, in the basement of St. Kids can be in Cub Scouts until Ann Catholic School, Cub Scout Pack 247 gath- fifth grade, when they can ered for a classic scouting tradition—the Pine- transition into Boy Scouts. The 17 Cubs in Pack 247 all wood Derby. participated in Saturday’s Pinewood Derby, some of them for the first time. They had begun arriving at 7:30am for the Everyone won something from the experience (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) official weigh-in. The weight limit for derby cars is 5 ounces, and experienced racers know that the closer Left: “Try your best and be proud of what you create,” advises 8-year-old Ryan Klos. This year he won a trophy you can get to that for third place. limit, the faster your Below: Edward Servin decided that next year his car car will go. Still, will not have a rear spoiler. Although he likes the look some prefer to of it, he focus on other believes possible awards— removing Most Humorous, it might increase Most Unique, Most his speed. Original, People’s (Photos: Choice, Scouts’ Choice, and Melanie Safest Driver are all trophies worth Jongsma) competing for. Today’s Pinewood Derbies are aided by technology; a computer is hooked up to the track, and a sensor clocks the cars as they pass, feeding data into a program that dis- plays the results on a screen for the audience to see. But the manual and mental skills are still paramount—carving, sanding, paint- ing, and experimenting with body shapes to achieve efficient aerodynamics. Or just Derrien Houston Jr’s car was only 3oz when he arrived for weigh-in, and he was being creative. talked into adding hex nuts until it reached While each race lasts only a few seconds, 5oz. He’s not convinced that was a good the derby takes several hours to com- decision, so he will try something different plete. It’s a complicated system that en- next year. (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) sures each entry races in all three lanes against a variety of competitors. By the end of the day, every Cub Scout is a winner—if not in speed, then in sportsmanship, or creativity, or participation, or new knowledge gained. Cub Scouts Pack 247 meets on Tuesdays at St Ann Catho- lic School, 3010 Ridge Road in Lansing, Illinois. To view more photos from the January 26 Pinewood Derby, as well as a video compilation of some of the races, read this story online: www. thelansingjournal.com/ news/2019/01/29/les- Karie Breitenreiter serves as Cubmaster sons-from-the-pine- for Pack 247. Her son Jason won second wood-derby/ place in the speed contest, and her son Joshua was one of the Boy Scouts who volunteered at the event Subscribers to in exchange for service hours. The Lansing Jour- (Photo: Melanie Jongsma) nal’s daily email receive Lansing news every day. Subscribe for free at www.thel- ansingjour- nal.com/ news/ sub- scribe/ 4c

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