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At the2015Pizza Wars "Mayors table:' from left, Morton Grove Mayor Daniel DiMaria, Skokie Mayor George Van Dusen, Lincolnwood Mayor Jerry Turry and Nues Mayor Andrew Przybylo compete. Mark Collins, of Skokie, is emceeing in the background. Pizza Wars: D219 Foundationawakens BY NATALIE HAYES Pizza Wars is the signa- Village Inn has won first Ask most pizza shopstate average of 54 percent. 6 percent decline in the Pioneer Press turc yearly fundraiser forprize three times, and Miles owners, like Dino Karage-But Burman said there's a poverty rate from last year. the District 219 Foundation, said his basic cheese pizza orgis, ofChicago-based Gui- great need for financial as- Beyond the diversefi- One night every Januarya nonprofit started by Sko-can hold its weight againstliver's Pizza & Pub, andsistance among students innancial backgrounds repte- the Niles Township SchoolIde resident Alyse Bin-man other pizzerias that serve upthey'll say that having theNiles Township. sented by its students, Niles District 219 community in-to help support low-income pies with lots oftoppings, orchance to contribute to the "Lastyear, someone came Township schools are also duIgs in a massive pizza kids in Nues Township, in- offer the ever-popular Chi-charitable aspect of Pizzato us because they wereknown for being ethnically party to support a good cluding the eight elementa- cago-style deep dish pizza. Wars overrides the urge tobeing evicted and needed diverse. cause. ry and middle school dis- "I was brought up onbe competitive. help paying the renÇ' Bur- "You sometimes run out About 1,000 Pizza lovers tricts that feed into the high plain cheesepizza, and "I think Ihave greatman said."Everything isof common denominators of all ages are expected to schools. that's what pizza is for me;' pizza, but the fact that I'vegiven on an anonymouswhen you have such great flock to Nues North High As guests roam aroundMiles said. "Pizza is not anever won doesn't botherbasis, and we try to expand ethnic diversity, but every- School on Jan. 20 for Pizzathe gym sampling slicessalad on bread that's putme;' Karageorgis said. "The our tentacles out there to one likes pizza," Miles said. Wars 6, an annual fundrais- from the different vendorinto the oveit" truth is that it's for charíty see who needs the help?' "It seems to be the glue that er and contest highlightedbooths, pizza owners usu- Jet'sPizza franchisee so the essence ofwhat we're The state categorizes a ties us all together?' by a pizza-eating competi-ally find themselves scram-Kevin O'Donnell sees things doing isn't to win." student as low-income Last year's Pizza Wars tion that pits the mayors ofbling to keep up with thedifferently.His barbecue Pizza Wars has helpedwhen their family receiveswas attended by 850 people four towns served by thedemand. chicken pizza won overraise more than $50,000public aid or their family'sand raised about $18,000, school district against one Randy Miles, owner ofhearts during Pizza Warsduring the past six years to income is low enough toaccording to Bunnan, who another. Skokie's\rillageInri,has back in 2011, shortly after he help local students pay forqualify them for free or said this year the foundation Now in its sixth year, the been bringing about 50 ofopened his restaurant onthings like school trips, sup- reduced-price school lunch- hopes to raise $20,000. highly anticipated Pizzahis signature thin-crustDempster Street and Craw- plies,college application es, according to the Illinois Tickets for Pizza Wars Wars will bring iilocal cheese-only pizzas to Pizza ford Avenue in Skokie. fees, and other initiatives to State Board of Education. are $12 in advance, and $15 pizzerias together in theWars every year since 2010. "We got involved withsupport their learning. The number of low-in-at the door. To purchase Nues North gymnasium, "We usually start with 30 the two high schools early with 32 percent of Nilescome students enrolled intickets, visit www.2l9foun where guests will pay anor 35 pizzas," he said. "If we on, so Pizza Wars is a way to Township Distict 219 fami- the school district in 2015dation.org. entrance fee to sample eachrun out, we go back to the say thanks to our customers,lies considered low-income, has dropped to its lowest restaurant's best pies andstore and ask them to fire upmany of who go to the highthe school district's num- point since 2012, accordingNatalie Hayes is a freelance cast a vote for their favorite. another 10?' schools," O'Donnell said. bers are still well below the to state data, which shows a reporterfor Pioneer Press. NEWS 5

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JOSE M. :"ì; Coca-Cola workers picket Dec. 3 outside of the Coca-Cola Refreshments plant in Nues. Teamsters reach tentative pact with Coca-Cola, end strike BY ALEXIA posai includes annual wagejob Dec. 3 after their con- ELFJALDE-RUIZ increases and employer-tract expired to protest un- Chicago Tribune matched 401(k) contribu-fairlabor practices. The fions. union a week earlier had Coca-Cola workers who "These hardworking menfiled charges with the Na- have been on strike forand women walked thetional Labor Relations nearly a month are headingpicket line for 27 days fight- Board alleging Atlanta- back to work after theiring for respect and a fairbased Coca-Cola was bar- union reached a tentativecontract from their employ-gaining in bad faith and that three-year contract with the er,and they've achievedmanagers were spotted in- company. both," John Coli, secretary-timidating workers with Teamsters Local727, treasurer of Local 727, saidbaseball bats. which says it represents 319 in a news release. "Our Local 727 planned to production workersatmembers should be ex- withdraw the charges "as a Top Brands , Fireplace Accessories Coca-Cola plants in Nuestremely proud of them-result ofgod-faith bargain- and Alsip, announced Dec.selves for taking a stand toing on Tuesday that made 29 the bargaining commit- change the culture at Coca-thistentative agreement tee recommended ratifica- Cola. This tentative agree- possible," Petty said. tion ofwhat it called a "fair" ment is a strong step for- Coca-Cola spokeswoman contract offer by Coke. Theward for hundreds of work- Kathleen Strand said in a tentative pact includesers whose collective de- statement. "We are pleased transferring members to amand for respect has beenCoca-Cola Refreshments new health and welfare plan heard loud and clear byand Teamsters Local 727 previously available to Coke their employer." have tentatively agreed to management. Members The proposal includes a 3 the terms for a new three- must vote on the proposalpercent wage increase theyear contract The tentative supported by the bargainingfirst year and a 2.5 percentagreement must still be rati- Napoleon Fireplace Hargrove Gas Logs committee but no date forincrease the second andfled by the associates repre- Stone Accessories the vote has been set. third years,said unionseined by Teamsters Local The union, which previ-spokesman Will Petty. The 727 who work at our Alsip ously accused Coke of of-management healthcareand Niles production facili- Look to FireplacesPlus for Chicagoland's finest fireplaces and accessories, fering waga increases thatplan reduces employees'ties." including glass doors, screens, and the area's best selection of gas logs. would be mostly offset bypremiums by nearly $7 a Strand said production at hikes in health care costs,week for employee-onlythefacilities continued said the improvements "will coverage and more than $40throughout the strike. Two Convenient 700 North Milwaukee Ave lo West Oh treet translate to significant out- a week for coverage in- Locations to Vernon Hills, Illinois 60061 ago, Illinois 60654 of-pocket cost savings for cluding unlimited children. [email protected] Serve You Better workers." The contract pro- Workers walked off the Twitter @alexiaer (847) 549-6700 587-7587 6 NEWS

2 Village Inn displays historic Skokie photos BY MIIIsAAcs I Pioneer Press Like any good sports bar and restaurant, downtown Skokie's 'o popular village Inn showcases all kinds of sports memorabilia on its walls - photos and banners, team logos and autographs of athletes. But a new hallway addition built by owner Randy Miles takes a turn away from the normal playing field and toward some unique local history. Large black-and-white photos ofdowntown Skokie - taken from various points of view many decades ag - are now displayed on narrow wallsleadingto new bathrooms and a room in the back. If the photos seem museum- worthy, that's for good reason. They were the property of the Skokie Heritage Museum although not regularly on view until Miles took them offthe museum's hands. According to the museum, the switch to a smaller storage locker meant it needed to downsize a bit. It came to Miles, who is also the president of the Independent Merchants of Downtown Skokie, to see if he wanted them or had any ideas. "Their new locker wasn't as big as the old one, and they really didn't have a place to store the MIKE ISAACSIPIONEER PRESS PHOTOS photos," Miles said. Village Inn owner Randy Miles has added some seldom-seen historic photos of downtown Skokie to a new hallway at his restaurant and tavern. Roughly the size ofa large sheet of plywood - 4 by 8 feet or so -the '50s, Miles said. time he has seen these historic the black-and-white photos take Those who have a copy of the photos. up a good amount of wall space2010 "Images ofAmetica Skokie," As a kid growing up in Skokie along the village Inn's new nar-written and compiled by Amanda he remembers them hanging in row hallways and also in the new : Hanson and Richard J. Witty ofthe First National Bank of Skokie backroom. the museum, are likely familiar in the heart ofdowntown, he said. As Miles showed them off, hewith similar historic photos of "I so clearly remember the bank pointed to where the Village Inndowntown Skokie. and those pictures being displayed would be located years later. (It But the photos on display at the behind the teller line there' he was originally named Alberti'sVillage Inn are much larger, ofsaid. Italian Restaurant). Course, and not the same ones that Now they have become the "I immediately knew I wanted appear in the book. Viilage Inn's new "conversation them because I've been trying to Even though some of thepiece," according to Miles. They figure out what am I going to dol)hotos may have been shot ahave been up for only a short time, with those long walls anyway," he century ago, it is impossible not to but there has already been some said, laughing. "The museum had recognize what evolved into the real buzz from locals, he said. no idea I would even have roomdowntown Skokie of today. A "If you really look at these for them here." photo looking from Oakton Street pictures, you can see how this area Although the years thesenorth down Lincoln Avenuedeveloped from the late 1800s on photos were taken are not pre-shows the very same St. Peter'swith the church and the general cisely identified, Miles said heCatholic Church at the inter-store there," Miles said. "The rich believes most of them were shotsection of Niles Center Road andhistory of our downtown can get around 1907 - at least the fourLincoln. kind of lost in today's Internet displayed along the hallways. That made it pretty easy forworld. I'm very proud to have that Two additional photos, includ-Miles to locate exactly where his history hanging on my walls now." ing one of the old Village Hall -would be some five-plus decades The photos - most of them shot in the early 20th century - formerly then identifiedas "Municipal later. [email protected] were in storage at the Skokie Heritage Museum, and before that, hung Building" - are more recent, from Miles said this is not the first Twitter @SKRevew_Míke in the First National Bank of Skokie. NEWS 7

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Those who visit the liii- fois Holocaust Museum & Education Center in Skokie face two options once parking quickly fills up next to the building - the gravelly, unfinished lot across the street or an auxiliary lot that is part of the Optima housing complex down the block. The museum recently came befi3re the Skokie Plan Commission with a proposal to rebuild and reconfig- ure the gravelly lot at 9625 Woods Drive as well as build a new lot nearby. E. JASON WAMBSGANSICHICAGOTRUME According to the muse- TheIllinoisHolocaust Museumin Skokie um, the lot currently ac- commodates 101 automo- 90 spaces in the Optima lot. He said the museum ¡ni- bile and six bus spaces. The But he said that parking istinily had interest in build- rebuilt lot, to be made of a not ideal. inga new lot to the west, but permeablepavement, "It's about a quarter-of-a-the county did not allow it. would hold 127 automobilemile from the museum it-The museum has been spaces only, the museumself:' he said. "Many of theworking with the village for said. times people are using it, it'sthe last few years to come Bus parking would bevery cold or it's dark. Someup with a plan that includes moved south to the new lotof the people are older. It's property the county is mak- on vacant land between really not very convenient.' ing available, he said. Woods Drive and Golf Swibel said the museum "We have six parking Road, according to the mu-has also been told that thespaces for buses;' Swibel seum. That lot would pro-Optima lot may not besaid. "We have 75,000 stu- vide parking for 15 buses oravailable for museum usedents come in per year with 54 automobiles when themuch longer. their schools for field trips. lot was not being used for The reconstruction of the Sometimes, there are a doz- bus parking. gravelly lot would mean anen buses cloing the park- "The new lot will make itadditional 26 car spaces. ing lot making it unusable." easier and safer to bringWhen the new lot is not Swibel also said the mu- children from buses to theused for bus parking, thatseum plans to build a 100- YouLOVE museum building withoutwould add another 54 carfoot retaining wall because crossing Woods Drive:' thespaces, totaling 80 addi-of project land being un- TI-1IP FILMS. museum said in its applica- tional spaces close to theeven. A sign along the top of tion to the village. "Both lots building, Swibel said. the wall would read Illinois NOW DISCOVER will be fully developed to "In essence, we're replac- Holocaust Museum & Edu- village standards." ing the spaces a quarter-of- cation Center, he said. THEIR STORIES. For the museum'sre- a-mile away," he said. A steel beam attached to vamped parking plans to The parking lot is notthe wall with the name move forward, the Village restricted to Holocaust Mu-would mesh with Stanley Board must sign off on a site seum parking and wouldTigerman's museum archi- plan for the new lot and remain a public lot, Swibeltecture, which incorporates vacate a portion of Longsaid. People using the near- a look of industrial technol- llA.lN( )IS Avenue between Woods by Cook County Forest Pre-ogy,Swibel said. Drive and Golf Road toserves, for example, can use If approved, the project is Holocaust accommodate it. The two the lot as well. estimated to cost the muse- -TJMuseum &Education measures were recom- Property for the new lotum about$1million, he said. mended by the Plan Com-also belongs to the forestThe museum, hesaid, enter mission in December. preserves and is subject tohosted around100,000 visi- Howard Swibel, an Illi-anintergovernmentaltors last year. 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie I www.ilholocaustmuseum.org nois Holocaust Museum &agreement between the for- Education Center trustee,est preserves and the vil- [email protected] said the museum uses 80 tolage, according to Swibel. Twitter @SKReviewMike POCE REPORT

The following items were taken fivm the BURGLARY the caller said he was going to kill the man Niles Police Department reports. An arrest Jeremy Hampton, 27, of the 3200 block ofand then stab him in the eyes. A woman has Cops: Morton does not constitute afinding ofguilt. West Douglas Boulevard, Chicago, was also reportedly called the man, telling him to charged with felony burglary on Dec.27 after "watch his back," police said. Grove man, 80, BATTERy police said he burglarized a van parked in a Joon Kim, 53, of the 10300 block ofdriveway on the 7000 block of SewardRUSE ENTRY Dearlove Road, Glenview, was charged with Street According to police, two men re- Police said $800 in cash was stolen Dec. killed in accident battery on Dec. 26. An employee of a bar on ported seeing Hampton taking tools out of23 from an 84-year-old man's home after he the 8500 block of Golf Road told police that the van and they chased him down the street invited a man inside to discuss roofing work. BY LEE V.GMrs Kim struck her in the head and face andbefore restraining him and bringing him Pioneer Press beganiddgher in the leg after she refused THEFT back to the Seward Street address. Anotheru1\vo thefts were reported Dec. 21 inside a to serve him alcohol because he appearedman reportedly asked the pair tolet An 80-year-old Morton Grove man intoxicated when he entered the estab- residential facility on the 8900 block of Golf was struck and killed Dec. 29 by a Hampton go, but when they refused, he leftRoad. An 82-year-old woman reported cash lishment. According to police, the womanthe area in a niinivan, police said. Hampton snowplow clearing his driveway in the said she fe1tøin in her head and reported was taken from a bedside table, while a 9200 block ofOzark Street, police said. was taken to Advocate Lutheran General 91-year-old man said money and jewelry was losing a tooth, as well. Kim has a Jan. 29 Hospital after complaining of shortness of Morton Grove police responded to the court date. He was also ticketed for public stolen from his bedroom. An investigation residence near the comer of Ozark and breath and saying he was asthmatic, ac-was pending, police said. intoxication, police said. cording to police. He has a Jan. 12 court date. Church streets about 9:20 a.m. and they Jason Lau, 39, of the 6700 block ofHamlin A wallet was stolen Dec. 28 from a locker found an injured Agustino Comella, a Avenue, Lincoinwood, was charged with RETAIL THEFT inside a fitness center on the 9200 block of 2007 GMC Carryall snowplow and the battery on Dec. 28 after he was accused of Ahmed Dzananovic, 20, of the 8200 block Milwaukee Avenue. driver of the vehicle in the driveway, shoving a 37yeold man to the ground in aof Central Avenue, Morton Grove, was Thro air conditioning units valued at according to a news release from the parking lotNhe 6100 block of Touhycharged with retail theft on Dec. 24 after he $4,000 were reported stolen Dec. 28 from a department. Police said Comella fell house on the 8100 block of Oketo Avenue. Avenue. The victim told police that he was allegedly stole $160 worth of merchandise before he was struck by the plow. He died walking through the lot when a car drove by, from a store on the 8500 block of Golf Road. The owner of the home told police that the from his injuries at the scene. splashing him and another man with snowPolice said Dzananovic ran from the store,same type of theft occurred in August, as Police said no one else was injured in and ice. The victim admitted to yelling at the but was apprehended by police after he was well. the crash. driver to slow down when Lau, the pas- seen getting into a blue BMW. He has a Jan.PROPERTY DAMAGE The crash remains under investigation senger, exited the car, approached both men 27 court date. uA woman told police that between Oct31 by members ofthe North Regional Major and asked, "Do you want some of this?" and Dec. 24, someone put sugar in the gas Crimes Task Force's Major Crash Assist- police said. According to police, surveillanceTHREAT ance Team, police said. A Niles man told police he received a tanks ofthree family cars on the 8600 block video captured the incident Lau has a Jan. ofMerrill Street 27 court date. threatening phone call on Dec. 21 in which Lee V Gaines is afreelance reporter.

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BY JA1 MIciuLS members of the Women's Pioneer Press Flat Track Derby Associa- lion.Outfit rnernbers are With names like Lethaldivided into three teams, Dose, Killer Zee and Dixiebased on ability levels, to Buttkixthey shelve their compete against other teams day jobs as librarians, teach- from the Midwest ers and flight attendants in Buchanan said she wasn't favor of raising a little night- involvedinsports while time heil on wheels. growing up, but discovered Members of the Chicago Derby Lite at age 30, when Outfit Roller Derby League she also completed a 100- practice up to four evenin mile bike ride. The fitness a week at the Fleetwoodskating program stresses Roller Rink in Summit dur- conditioning and proper ingtheir competitive season, techniqueinfalling and which bens in March. blocking, but without the The tight-knit group of 67 physical contact essential to women from the westernderby bouts, now called suburbs and Chicago take games. their sport seriously,but Susan Fagan, a librarian at bear little resemblance tothe La Grange Park Public the trash talking, mean-girl Libraiy, said she began skat- stereotype. ing as a child at the West- "Some teams do trashmont Roller Rink. After a talk, but I don't see the25-year break, she returned point;' said Casey Buchan- to skating with a Derby Lite STIVE JOI4NSrON/PIONEER PRESS PHOTOS an, who goes by Casey Mace class in Lombard two years Members of The Chicago Outfit roller derby team practice skating backward at the Fleetwood Roller Rink. 'em. "I do this for fun. I payago and then tried out and to do this, and I don't havemade one of the Outfit's time for a grown person tothree teams a year ago, she be mean to m&' said. Instead, Buchanan, 35, of "You get to be really close Chicago, said she and herwith people really fast when teammates generally makeyou share the same sweat,' friends with their opponentsshe said. on the starting line talking Fagan, who lives with her about their families or whathusband and three sons in kind ofmusic they like. La Grange Park, said she Being tough involves enjoys the variety of women "owning your space' rather attracted to roller derby. than being a jerk, and that "We have a ton of librar- attitude is a cha11engfor jans and teachers. There are many women, as well as the a lot of artists, people into close physical contact Bu-crafts, a PhD, MBAs and chanan said. engineers, from college ag "I'm not a touchy, feelyto lateos:' she said. "It's a person in real life, and whenvery empowering sport with you're blocking, there's no a lot of camaraderi&' space in between you and Jen Leban from La the next blocker," she said. Grange Park who made the Members of the Chicago In competition, the objectteam in November, said sheOutfit perfect on their is for a jammer to pushwas seeking to challengefootwork during practice at through a clump of fourherself aftermasteringthe Fleetwood Roller Rink. Chicago Outfit's co-coach Jenni Davids from Aurora. aka "Lethal Dose:' leads practice. opposing team blockersDerby Lite sessions. seemingly cemented at the "This was the first thingSchool in Eimhurst said singer Ronnie James Dio. neuvering" "Some people sky dive or hip, usually with one blocker in life ] looked forward to as roller derby is a good outlet 'Tm kind of an introvert, Leban said she broke herbungeejump. I roller derby' skating backward to control far as exercising" she said. "T for releasing aression andtoo. It pulls me out of myelbow and had two screws she said. "It scares the heck the group. skated in my parents' base-gets her "street cred" with shell," she said. "You have toinsertedsix weeks after out ofme but I do it anyway. The Chicago Outfit,ment as a kid on white boother students. Her derbyjustdo it. I am so surprised atstarting the Derby Lite pro- It's fim." founded in 2007, has corn- skates with glittery wheels." name is Ronnie Maims Dio,what I can do, like skatinggram, but she persevered, peted since 2010 at a rink in The art and technologya play on late Black Sabbathbackward in packs and ma- overcoming a fear of injury [email protected] Chicago's Logan Square asteacher at Sandburg Middle 7gitter @Janemichae!s22 ',, NEWS n State Supreme Court rulingmeanscasinoowes $3millioni BY LEE V. GAINES RIVERS vide important funding forand middle-class families' tors, unlike Midwest Garn- Chicago Tribune critical public safety serv- but did notspecifically ing, have been paying the ices to county residents." mention the county's garn-tax since it was approved A recent decision by the Rivers Casino spokes-bling machine tax. three years ago. The tax on Illinois Supreme Court will man Dennis Culloton of- After approval of the tax,video gambling machines is allow Cook County to col- fered a different opinion. Midwest Gaming filed suitexpected to generate rough- lect about $3 million in "We respectfullydis- against Cook County in cir-ly $350,000 in tax revenue unpaid taxes from Des agree with the court's nil-cuit court An agreementfor2015andabout Plaines' Rivers Casino. ing. and we are considering reached during the hearing$400,000 for this year. The decision also will our options' he said in anprocessstipulated the Michael Gelatin. presi- allow the county to contin- emailed statement county would not enforcedent of the Illinois Gaming ue to collect another $1 When asked about thethe tax or issue citations Machine Operators Associ- million in yearly tax reve- issue, Des Plaines City Man- while the case wasstill ation, said the $200 tax nue from Midwest Gaming, STACEY WESC0Tr/CHICAGO TRIBUNE ager Michael Bartholomewbeing fought. Midwest decal is too much for video the casino's owner and op- Arecent decisionby theIllinois Supreme Court will allow said the city was aware ofGaming also agreed to paygambling operators to pay erator. A separate recent CookCounty to collect about$3million in unpaid taxes the lawsuit but that it hadany unsettled taxes after agiven that many already are state appellate court deci-from Des Plaines' Rivers Casino. little bearing on the munici- final decision by the court. required to cover the cost of sion also upheld the pa1ity He said the tax reve- Tax decals for gamblinglicensing fees imposed by county's legal right to tax The county lost in circuit2013,2014 and 2015. nue the city receives frommachines found in casinos municipalities. gambling machines. court and won in appellate "We are pleased with the Rivers Casino is remitted byin Cook County cost $1,000, The Illinois Coin Ma- The Supreme Court deci-court. The appellate court'sSupreme Court's decision the state. while those for video pokerchine Operators Associa- sioneffectively ends adecision was upheld whenconfirming our long-held State Rep. Marty Moylan, machines in bars and res-tion also filed suit against three-year legal battle over the state's high court de-belief that the county's taxD-Des Plaines, said in antaurants cost $200 per theCook County, but a recent a gambling tax approved by clined to hear the case. on video gaming machinesemailed statement that hecounty ordinance. Based on decision by a state appellate the Cook County Board of As a result of the deci- islegitimate and lawful,"opposed the i percent salesthe number of gamblingcourt found that the tax is Commissioners in late 2012. sion, the county's Depart-said Cook County Boardtax increase passed by themachines at Rivers Casino, within the county's powers. The high court denied Mid-ment of Revenue antici- President Toni PreckwinldeCook County Board lastthe county expects to re- west Gaming's petition topates receiving an about $3 in a news release. "The year and would "continue to ceive $1 million in annualLee V Gaines is a freelance appeal an earlier ruling bymillion one-time paymentrevenue generated from theoppose any tax increase thattax revenue. reporter forthe Chicago an appellate court. for outstanding taxes fromgambling tax will help pro- hurts our local economy Video gambling opera- Tribune.

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FROM THE COMMUNITY Ameriçan Legion Post 134 thanks supporters SUBMIrrED BY CASEY BACHARA I Maier's Bakery (Morton Grove) - An- tenella Salvo On Thanksgiving, the American Legion u Produce World (Morton Grove) fruit tray Post 134 celebrated its ninth annual Navy - Hector, George Day. The Post entertained 32 Navy recruits . VillageCreamery(Niles)ice creamAnn from Naval Station Great Lakes. The and Lito Valeroso KAREN BERKOWITZ/PIONEER PRESS Thanksgiving Committee wants to thank all . Dean's Food (Franklin Park) milk - Mau- Highland Park resident Barbara Vahlkamp with the wallet that a public works crew the volunteers, friends, guests, organiza- reen Dohoney recovered from a snow mound outside the public library, where she had lost it. tions and businesses who made the day a u Eli's Cheesecake- (Chicago) - Erin Arceo very successful event. . Jewel Foods (Elk Grove) milk and pop - . American Legion Post members, auxilia- Manager: Jim Brejcha ry, Sons ofthe American Legion. and Legion u Jewel Foods (Fox Lake) water and pop - Snow crew recovers Riders Manager Jim Pugliese . Village of Morton Grove Mayor Dan Dima- u Marianos (Glenview) coffee- Manager ria, village officials, and department mem- Jeff Swanson bers . St. John's United Church of Christ (Ar- library patron's wallet . AT&T (free phone service all day long) lington Heights) cookies - Dee Koontz Lanel Clay and Linda Gavin u Magician entertainment - Bill Cook B KAREN BERKOWITZ could be a total long-shot, but the man said, u Golf School District 67 ( for the school u Abt (Glenview) Xbox 360 - Cari Boyk Pioneer Press 'We are just here to help " she said. bus) and Superintendent Beth Flores and I Family Video (Glenview) DVD movies and Vahlkamp was particularly mipressed Ted Anton Xbox 360 games - Brianna Highland Park resident Barbara Vahi- by the care taken by the plow operator as u Kappy's (caterer for a full turkey dinner) u RAC Rentals (Nues) computers - Jackie kamp felt embarrassed to be calling her he scooped away small quantities of snow. - George D. Alpogianis u Minstrel Music Ltd. (Niles) guitars - John city's Public Works Department about her "He would stop every few seconds, so it u Sweet Table - various merchants, dona- Sizos missingwallet the momingofDec. 30. could fill down and we could examine the tions from legion families, friends guests, . Minuteman Press (Moron Grove) pro- And she wasn't really sure what they snow:' she marveled. and volunteers grams - Ken and Bea Lipski could do about it anyway. Still, with each successive scoop, VahI- u Costco (Niles) pies - Kevin Gilbert . Numerous monetary donators But after retracing her movements, and kamp's fears mounted that she was wasting u Costco (Randhurst, Mt. Prospect) red ruling out other explanations Vahlkamp their time. bull - Cherise Schaffner Casey Bachara is the Thanksgiving Commit- had a strongsuspicion she had dropped her "I was a little embarrassed' she said. u Costco (The Glen) Red Bull-Michael tee Chairman at the Morton Grove American wallet near her car outside the Highland "We were getting to the last, little teeny Anderson Legion Post 134. Park Public Library the night of Dec. 28, pile, and I said to the guy, 'This isn't going to shortly after she had paid some overdue happen." libran, fines. She recalled leaving the But then acting snow foreman Azel Iibraiy with three books, three DVDs and Lakes spotted Vahikamp's soaked wallet the wallet in hand. "The good deed of recovering the lost When she and her husband, Nicholas, wallet in a pile of ice snow in the library returned to the libraiy with flashlights the parking lot was performed by public works following evening, they noticed the staffAzel Lakes, Mike Walters and Jereme mounds of snow created by the plows Olsen," said Rainesh Kanapareddy, direc- clearing the parking spaces in front of the tor ofpublic works for the city of Highland libraiy on Laurel Avenue. Park. "The public works staff started "I figured if I'd dropped my wallet, it plowing and hand shoveling through the could be in the snow piles," Barbarahard-packed, icy snow pile. After a few Vahlkamp said. minutes, Azel noticed the wallet on the She knew her wallet hadn't been turned back side ofthe pile. Barbara was thrilled to in at the library or left inside her car. Nor have recovered her wallet and was very had there been any fraudulent use of her appreciative ofthe public works staff." credit and debit cards. When Vahlkamp arrived home, she So she called the Public Works Depart- emptied out her wallet from Brighton ment Dec. 30 to explain the circumstances, Collectibles and began drying out the hoping not to come across as audacious. contents, which included a few checks, a "Do you think anyone could help me?" gift certificate, $20 in currency, member- she dared to ask. ship cards and other items. To her surprise, she received a call back "This is really a story about how a little a few hours later. The caller informed her suburban city takes care of its residents," that three employees were, in fact, heading said Vahlkamp, who has lived in the over to the library to look for her wallet. Ravinia neighborhood since 1989. NATALIE HAYES/PIONEER PRESS She offered to meet them there, as she was only a few minutes away. [email protected] Naval recruits from Naval Station Great Lakes enjoy Thanksgiving at Morton Grove's "I told them at the beginning that this Twitter @KarenABerkowitz American Legion Post 134 Nov. 26. OPINION 13

'Stay until the last dog is dead' A few columns back, I used the phrase, "It'll t'J all come out in the wars' as a way of saying Q, many problems have a way ofsolving themselves. I wrote "wars" instead of"wash" because I was quoting my mother, and that added "R" is the way people from Missouri talk In a it's-a-small-world bolt from the blue, I received an email from Lisa Morrison, who authored a blog titled "inthewarsk" Her family is from Ohio, and her mother and uncles used to say, "It'll all come out in the wars," meaning, in her evocative description, "Those seven words draw a picture of the hard labor and daily drudgery that are sometimes necessary to make things clean, and they in- spire us to trust that things will work out for the best" These wonderful localisms and colloquialisms are lint disappearing from our language. And that's a pity. ROBIN L MARSHALL/GETTY IMAGES FOR SONY PICTURES I still remember some ofmy mother's local Dr. Bennet Omalu, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje and Ludacris attend a screening of "Concussion" at Cinebistro Town Brookhaven in expressions and words from her youth in St Atlanta on Dec. 17. Louis. Here are a few ofthem you might enjoy: . "Not sayingA, I, or nothing" Use this when you don't want to comment, yet leave the im- College football has lost its allure pression that you could say a lot ifyou wanted to For instance, ifsomeone asked Tom Cruise I hate to be a spoilsport The new film "Concus- game day. for secret information about Scientology he as we enter the revelry of sion" focuses on the The growing incidence ofsex assaults might repl) "I'm not sayingA, I, or nothing?' the college football play- doctor who discovered on college campuses has been in the news . 'Whether school keeps or not" This is a offs, office pools and chronic traumatic en- all year. Obviously, the party atmosphere way ofsaying that someone is stubbornly per- alumni boosters writing cephalopathy, the brain that surrounds college football games sisting in a course ofaction. Say, "The president donation checks to their injury commonly suf- would seem to contribute to this problem. is standingby his tax cuts whether school keeps alma maters, but I have to fered by former players. And that's not even addressing the or not" ask, is any of it worth it? RANDYBLASER As seasons progress, we problem ofstar student athletes being . "You have to put your oar in." This means I'm inclined to say no, I hear ofmore football treated like demiguds on the college to give an unwanted opinion. Such as, "We don't think so. The gridiron has become stars who suffered the effects ofthe dis- campus, and the others likso many already had decided where to have dinner, then strewn with too much damage to contin- ease - Junior Seau, Dave Duerson and interchangeable parts. It's enough to Paul had to put his oar in." ue to care about it But now the collateral Frank Gifford, for example. make the players think they're employees . "Stay until the last dog is dead." My favorite. damage susts maybe it is time to do Then there is the enormous amount of ofthe school and should unionize. This describes staying somewhere for a very something about it gambling that takes place on game day. Northwestern football players tried long - most likely too long - time For instance, What am I talking about? I don't like to gamble, and it matters that earlier this year and failed. But at the "The party was over two hours ago, but Paul Let's take a quick look at the statistics. little to me if people want to wager on the University ofMissouri, a threatened just had to stay until the last dog was dead?' As we all know, football is an inher- outcomes of sports. But gambling addic- strike by the football team eventually Over the years, I've used these phrases in my ently dangerous sport. And I'm not even tion is a serious problem in this country helped force the school's president, Tim conversation, to the delight and amusement of talking about the cuts, bruises and bone The latest news is the most revolting of Wolfe, to resign over his response to a friends, who in turn have used them to add breaks that happen on any given game all. racial incident at the school. some spice to their speech. day. A new study reports the incidence of With stats like that college football just Feel free to help yourself I'm talking about the chronic back and rape increases at Division I schools on doesn't seem to be as entertaining as it Know ofany localisms or colloquialisms knee injuries, the lifelong pain that foot- college football game days. used to be. from your own family? ball players endure and, finally, the seem- The National Bureau of Economic I'd love to hear them. ingly common brain damage that comes Research is reporting its results of a study Randy Blaser is a freelance columnist for with playing football throughout high that susts reports of rape by 17- to Pioneer Press. Paul Sassone is afreelance colwnnistfor Pioneer school, college and the pros. 24-year-olds climbed by 28 percent on Press 14 OPINION

Countryside funeral home notes HEART OF THE HOME changes in howwe mourn Realestate agents deceased has changed. do what they want and You might have read what they think the de- recent news reports about a ceased would want, and we north suburban funeral try to accommodate that bullishon2016 home thatjust got a liquor whenever possible," he said. license. Although I've been And though what I call even past 2016 with his all,', said Zivojnovic. "The to my share oflively Irish "wake cakes" remain a predictions. reason being is the days of LwIN PETRAK wakes after which family staple ofreception rooms, "I look for great things an interest rate affecting and friends gathered at a food has also changed w next spring and beyond for the power ofsomeone to When I was about 9 or local tavern to toast the somewhat in remembrance next year," said Gagliardo. purchase a home are all 10,1 t pretty used to eat- deceased, I'm not sure how events. i' "The last few springs have but gone, as lending rules ¡ng "wake cakes?' I feel about walking around "For sorne reason, the been a little bit better than and legislation have pretty It was around the time a funeral parlor with a bot- food is becoming more FELICIA DECHTER the previous. much eliminated any many of my great aunts, tie ofbeer or glass of wine. popular and a focal point "The creeping interest! buyers who had a marginal great uncles and grand- Meanwhile, I read earlier When I sit down with a Despite the threat of mortgage rates will prob- chance ofbeing approved parents' friends were pass- this week about another family to make arrange- rising interest rates, local ably have some effect on for a mortgage from ever ingaway. I spent alotof new idea in the transition ments, I'll tell them they real estate agents are con- pricing, but overall I still even applying. time in reception rooms of between life and death: a don't have to feel they have fident that 2016 will be a think we will see an in- "Secondly, there's a lack funeral homes, hanging out biodegradable urn with to feed everyone, but people busy year for buying and crease - as long as the ofsupply in regards to with cousins and second seeds that when combined want to help and that's one selling homes. rates don't make drastic inventory, causing many cousins and nibbling on with cremated ashes, grows way they do it,' Ert said. 'Tm very optimistic increases' said Gagliardo. non-first time homebuyers coffee cakes and drinking into a tree. I would guess that the overall and expect good to stay put instead of iry- water out of Styrofoam The evolution in the way comfort factor offood has a things from the market in "I'm very optimis- ing to buy and sell," said cups. The next day, I'd don people remember their lot to do with that, the same 2016' said John Law- Zivojnovic. "This same another dark dress for the recently lost loved ones is way that there is a greater rence, broker/owner of tic overall and ex- diluted pool is also bad for funeral Mass, which was noted by Howard Eggert, personalization of memo- Oak Park-based Weichert first time homebuyers, as typically followed by a location manager and li- riais for loved ones. Ulti- Realtors, Nickel Group. pectgood things the prices ofhomes have luncheon at a reception hail censed funeral director at mately, ifyou only get one The spring market increased due to the short or country club. Hallowell & James Funeral gu-round in life, I think it's (starting right after the from the market in supply, knocking them Today, the way we cope, Home in Countryside. nice that the final send-off is Super Bowl) will be ex- 2016." right out ofthe game." mourn and remember the 'People are choosing to a thoughtful one. tremely busy - buyers will The one bright side in need to be aggressive, John Lawrence, 2016 will be new construc- especially in the entry broker/owner of Oak tion, said Zivojnovic. In an level single family homes, Park-based Weichert area like Elinwood Park, LETTER TO THE EDITOR said Lawrence. Realtors, Nickel Group where the housing stock is "Inventory will contin- dated and room for new ue to be low in tri-village development sparse, any area, giving properly Alongwith all of the new construction activity 'Twas the month before caucus priced sellers an advantage aforementioned, there are is going to draw a lot of A poem, in advance of immigrants' tights does hear each name during the spring market," a lot ofmillennials coming attention, he said. the 2016 Iowa caucus on really matter Now Santoruni, Hucka- he said. to the marketplace and it "With several new Feb. 1: So does choice for worn- bee, Paul and Fiorina will Interest rates will finally seems like the job market construction homes sold 'Twas the month before en and help for the poor andlikely soon fall rise, creeping toward 5 is opening up - so that in 2015 and several more caucus reasonable gun control too And Rubio, Christie, percent by the end of the helps housing too, said slated for 2016, it should With all pois on the Many ofthe comments Kasich and Bush will fight year, predicted Lawrence. Barry Paoli, owner of continue to be a strong stump from the R's clearly merit a to see who will stand tall "I don't think that this Century 21 McMullen sector ofthe local market,' Baddist mouth of all was boo To fight Trump, Cruz and will have a negative impactRealty, which borders said Zivojnovic. "Another clearly D Trump Twelve remaining R's Carson in a real free-for-all on the market, as these Harwood Heights. interesting characteristic The vote we would hope makes it quite mucky Though O'Malley has rates are still historically "This year is going to be is the luxury rental mar- would be cast with care Let's hope the numbers been diligent and Bernie low," he said. "If anything, a very good year, with ket, where new construc- Unfortunately though, it dwindle soon and the better giving quite a fight it will make the spring interest rates being rea- tion buildings in Elmwood seems hate is in the air ones get lucky It will most likely be market crazier with peo- sonable and the need for Park will be ready for The voters need to soon For the Dems only three Hillary engaged on election pie who want to get in at housing - it's big out delivery in early spring. decide who is best that all stand tall night lower rates." there," said Paoli. The demand for these This year more than ever But it looks clear only Now it is time for you to Median prices will Forecasting a "fiat" 2016 units will likely set the it is quite a test one will prevail long before vote for your choice continue to continue to in the industry is Jonathan tone for future luxury We have always been a fall Don't forget we all have a rise, reaching 4 to 5 per- Zivojnovic, owner and rental developments that countryfor all that is open In the months ahead we voice cent as the market sees managing broker at River has proven to be in high and free will all have to pick Let's hope that the worst fewer distressed homes in Elm Properties in Elm- demand in the surround- Let's hope folks won't A president with whom candidates soon will be out the area (like short sales wood Park. ing towns." forget our special Lady we will have to stick of sight and bank-owned homes), "There is much specu- Liberty We will vote for candi- And to all let's hope for a said Lawrence. lation on what type of Felicia Dechter is a free- While on the campaign dates whom to all our states gnod election night Over at Gagiiardo Real- impact the interest rate lance columnistfor Pioneer trail there has been bad came ty Associates in River increase is going to have Press. Got a story idea? chatter On commercials and -Elliott Hartstein, Forest, owner/broker on the real estate market -Email writel2@com- Allowing refugees and ballots we will see and often Buffalo Grove Andy Gagliardo is looking my answer is no effect at cast.n et. 'T"W 'r'Y'

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BY SAMANTHA NELSON through Feb. 28, with outdoor ice skating, meet and greet with the star ofPBS Kids' Short Story Theatre at Miramar Bistro, Pioneer Press tubing down the Polar Peak and ice carving animated show "Nature Cat." Tickets are 301 Waukegan Ave., in Highwood. The competitions. Visit www.rosemont.com/ $24. show starts at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 21 but you can Now that the holidays are over, the wait mbflnancialpark/frozemont come early fon dinner and drinks to secure for spring can seem interminable, espe- Both floors ofthe Mary and Leigh the best seats. Tickets are $10. Call 847- cially when the weather's cold and gray. See the Tony Award-winning musical Block Museum ofArt, 40 Arts Circle 433-1078 for dinner reservations. Luckily, we've got the cure for your cabin "Spring Awakening," which follows a Drive, in Evanston, will be devoted to the fever. From plays to museum exhibits to group ofteenagers explotingtheir sexual- life and career ofmusician and festival Catch a mix ofmusic and heartfelt tales classes and clubs, we've put together a ity in the unforgiving society ofl9th cen- organizer Charlotte Mooninan from Jan. 16 when songwriter Stephanie Rogers plays selection of fun options to get you through tul-y Germany, at The Marriott Theatre, 10 through July 17. The space hosts a pair of host to four storytellers at Story Jam at 8 the dead of winter. Marriott Drive, in Lincolnshire. The show exhibits, "A Feast ofAstonishments: Char- p.m. Jan. 23 at Wilmette Theater, 1122 runs at 2 and 8 p.m. Thursday, 8 p.m. Fn- lotte Moonman and the Avant-Garde, Central Ave. Tickets are $25-$30 and avail- Build your child's passion for reading at day, 3 and 8 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sun- 1960s-1980s," which incorporates photos, able at wwwwilmettetheatre.com. the Kid Lit Fest from 9 a.rn. to 3p.m. Jan. 9 day Jan. 14-31. Tickets are $50 and can be audio recordingr, performance props, at the Highland Park Public Library, 494 purchased by calling 847-634-0200 or at costumes and film clips, and "Don't Throw Learn about a winter classic at a hot Laurel Ave. Young readers can meet chil- wwwticketrnaster.com. Anything out:' which shows offitems from chocolate ebics for kids ages 4-10 and an dren's authors, use a photo booth to get a Northwestern University's Charlotte adult class offered from 9:30-11 a.m. or picture showing them on the cover of one The Kohl Children's Museum, 2100 Moorman Archive. Admission is free. The 1-2:30 p.m. Jan. 23 and 31 at the Chicago of their favorite books and make a book- Patriot Park, in Glenview, celebrates the museum is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat- Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, mark to take home. Storyteller Linda Gor- season from 5:30-8 p.m. Jan. 15 with train urday, Sunday and Tuesday and 10 a.m.-8 Glencoe. Participants will examine the ham performs at 10:30 a.m. and 12:45 p.m. rides through the holiday lights on display p.m. Wednesday through Friday. parts ofthe South American cacao tree and Admission is free. at its Habitat Park. The evening will also mix several historical varieties ofthe drink. include a concert with Wendy & DB, live Four local storytellers share tales span- You'll also get a chocolate mint to take "Frozemont" continues its run at MB ice sculpting the chance to get a photo ning topics such as moving out after a Financial Park, 5501 Park Place, Rosemont, taken with a "Frozen" character and a marriage ends to surviving high school at Turn to Winter events, Page 16 16 GO

WINTER MOVIE PREVIEW Greek weddings andguys in capes highlight the season BY MIcHtEL PHILLIPS Chicago Tribune

I drove by a four-screen neighborhood theater the other day, and the marquee said, simply STAR WARS. Playing on all four screens. There was a time, before the Force awakened, when other movies existed. Friends, that time has returned. It is early 2016, and while "The Force Awakens" will be around ROBERT CRONKLETON/TNS for a while, other promis- LARRY HORRICKS/2OTH CENTURY FOX The Chicago Botanic Garden is offering hot chocolate classes for kids and adults. ing options are coming our Hugh Jackman, left, and Taron Egerton in "Eddie the way, in all sorts of genres. Eagle." Winter events,from Page 15 "Anomallsa'Jan. 8. This comedy from Joel and memoir "The Taliban home. Tickets are $24 per child and regis- was my second-favorite for EthanCoen. Shuffle?' Barker spent tration is required. Call 847-835-6801 or 2015 (behind "Spotlight"), seven years covering the visit wwwchicagobotanic.org. though I suppose I should "Pride and Prejudice conflicts in Afghanistan recommend it advisedly. and Zombies'Feb. 5. and Pakistan for the Chi- Thodos Dance Chicago's performance It's not for kids, or for The literary sensation, cago Tribune. (She now "Chicago Revealed" features works in- adults who need unabash- combining Jane Austen, works for Pro Publica.) spired by the city including the piece 'So- edly happy endings rather petticoats and a fetching no's Journey," which tells the story of Japa- than profoundly bitter- collection ofthe undead, "Midnight Speclai' nese-American dancer Sono Osato and sweet ones. "Eternal Sun- comes to the screen star- March 18. Writer-director how an audition at Chicago's Auditorium shine ofthe Spotless ring Lily James, Lena JeffNichols ventures into Theatre at age 14 put her on the path to Mind" screenwriter Char- Headey, Sam Riley and the realm of the super- international stardom. The show runs at lie Kaufman directed this Charles Dance. natural, with a story of a 7:30 p.m. Feb. 20 at the North Shore Center unnervingiy intimate father (Michael Shannon) ofthe PerformingArts, 9501 Skokie Blvd., WENDY & DB stop-motion animation "Where to invade and a son (Jaeden Lieber- Skokie. Tickets are $28-$50 and can be Wendy & DB will perform a concert as part feature about a customer NextrFeb. 12. Michael her) fleeing authorities purchased by calling 847-673-6300 or at of The Kohl Children's Museum's seasonal service expert who looks Moore travels around the who are very very inter- www.northshorecenter.org. celebration Jan.15 with live ice sculpting up an old flame in Cincin- world, stealing socially ested in the boy's special and the chance to get a photo taken with a nati and then meets anoth- progressive ideas about powers. Kirsten Dunst, Dads can share a special night out with "Frozen" character. er woman. It's the strang- health care, gun control, Adam Driver and Sam their kindergarten- through 5th grade- est, winiest film I've seen public school lunches and Shepard add support. aged daughter with a Hollywood-themed tion to the Jews who fled Spain in the late in months. the like. Gone is the dinner dance from 5:30-8 p.m. Feb.21 at 15th century at 8:30 p.m. March12 at Ray- screechy tone of "Fahren- "My Big Fat Greek Wed- the Patty Turner Center, 375 Elm St., in hija Festival's Bennett Gordon Hall, 201 St. "Son of SauI'Jan. 29. heit 9/11" and, for the most ding 2'March 25. People Deerfield. Tickets are $27-$40 and can be Johns Ave., in Highland Park. They'll share This feature film debut part, the factual elisions of change; Greeks don't purchased by calling 847-945-0650 or the stage with the Avalon String Quartet. from Hungarian writer- his lesser worlq this movie That's the sell line for this visiting www.deerfieldparks.org. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased by director Laszlo Nemes is proves Moore has much to sequel to the monster 2002 calling 847-266-5100 at www.ravinia.org. set in 1944 Auschwitz, say and a big heart. hit. Nia Vardalos wrote and Moms and sons ages 4-10 get their own where a member of the stars in this screen reunion night out from 6:30 to 8:15 p.m. March 11, Shop for fruit, vegetables, es, meats, Sonderkommando (Jewish"Eddie the Eagie'Feb. ofthe Portokalos clan. where they can wear their favorite team's cheeses, breads, salsas, pet treats, jam, prisoners forced to work 26. In 1988, Eddie "The jersey and team up to play games and honey and more from 15 vendors at the for the Nazis) decides to Eagle" Edwards became "Batman V. Superman: sports and enjoy some open gym time at indoor farmers market at the Evanston rescue one boy's body from the first competitor to Dawn of Justice,!'March the Sachs Recreation Center, 455 Lake Ecology Center, 2024 McCormick Blvd. the ovens. represent Great Britain in 25. Ben Affleck is the new Cook Road, in Deerfield. Tickets are $14- The market runs from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Olympic ski jumping. How Batman, Heniy Cavil $21 and include a treat and prizes. Sign up Saturday through April. "Hall, Caesari"Feb. 5. In it all went down gets the returns for his second shot by calling 847-572-2600 or at www.deer- Hollywood's era of sword- impish docudrama treat- at Supe; Jesse Eisenberg fieldparks.org. When snow or extreme cold makes and-sandal epics, MGM ment. The cast includes plays a gabby, hopped-up leaving the house seem like a terrible idea, studio fixer Eddie Mannix Hugh Jackman and Chris- edition ofLex Luthor; and Flutist Eugenia Moliner and guitarist it's a perfect time to grab a blanket and curl (Josh Brolin) must locate topher Walken. judgingby the trailers, Denis Azabagic of the Cavatina Duo up with a good book. Get inspiration for an AWOL movie star director Zack Snyder present the world premiere of their "Se- reading material and a place to discuss you (George Clooney) and deal "Whiskey TangoFox- unloads another round of phardic Journey" project, which is in- reactions with others by joining one of with various studio assets trot'March 4. Tina Fey his pummeling, garganta- spired by the folk music they discovered these local book dubs, (Scarlett Johansson. Chan- stars in this adaptation of an action. when researching their personal connec- www.trib.in/lmiFWZn. ning Tatuni, et aL) in this Kim Barker's 2011 comic GO

MORTON GROVE PARK DISTRICT Magic by the Great Boodini will be a highlight of T.G.I.F. Family Night on Jan.15 presented by the Morton Grove Park District. FAMILY FRIENDLY The Great Boodini performs at T.G.I.F. Family Night BY MYRNA PETLICKI free to parents. For details, call 847-676- Pioneer Press For details, call 847-965- 2230 or go to www.barnes 1200 or go to wwimor andnoble.com. The weekend will start tongroveparks.com. On a high note for you and The (little) your children at Morton Grove Park District's Double trouble people's choice T.G.I.F. Family Night, 6:30- Zany Truffaldino discov- Children will hear four 8:30 p.m. Jan. 15 at Prairie ers he has taken on more books and choose their View Community Center, than he can handle when favorite at a Second Sunday 6834 Dempster St. he becomes a "Servant of Special: Monarch Award From 7:15-8:15 p.m., Two Masters." Thin Ice Mania, 2-3 p.m. Jan. 10 at families will be entertained Ensemble Theater will Nues Public Library 6960 by a magician, The Great perform the Carlo Goldoni Oakton St Kids will also Boodini. His original shows play at 7:30 p.m. Friday and draw a self-portrait from a combine magic, illusion, Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sun- strange perspective, build comedy and music and day, Jan. 8-10, at Devon- with LEGOs and enjoy include audience participa- shire Playhouse, 4400 treats. tion. Several children are Greenwood Ave., Skokie. For details, call 847-663- likely tobe called onstage Tickets are $12; $10 for 1234 or go to www.niles to help with tricks. The students. libraryorg. Great B,00dini has per- For details, call 847-674- formed on "The WGN 1500, ext. 2400 or go to Morning News Show." wwskokieparks.or' Pleasing plants "We're going to have a devtickets.html. Kids ages 4-10, with an rs close to home that you can afford craft going on and we're adult, will examine parts of accept all credit applications. going to have some snacks Unconditional the cacao tree and mix for the kids," said Recre- chocolate drinks at Hot ation Supervisor Jeanette love Chocolate, 9:30-11 a.m. or McNichols. "The Hot Shots That's what kids will 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays, Jan. Get started at carquickcom program is going to be in learn about at a storytime 23orJan. 3latChicago the gym downstairs playing devoted to Smiriti Prasa- Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake sports with everyone" dam-Halls' "I'll Never Let Cook Road, Glencoe. The There also will be storytell- You Go," the Picture Book cost is $24 per child for ing and a tot play area. of the Month, 11 a.m. Jan. 9 nonmembers; 20 percent The event will have less for members. carquickz: at Barnes and Noble, 55 Old activities for children of all Orchard Center, Skokie. For details, call 847-835- Powered by Tribune ages. Parents must accom- The book teaches that 6801 or go to wwwchicago pany their kids. when you love someone botanic.org,'fiunilypro- The cost is $3 per child; you stand by them. grams. 18 FACES & PLACES

More than 500 enjoy WU1TER MUSIC FROM QUflITET ATTACCA Hellenic Museum's 'Kouzina'

EventNational HellenicMuseum'sannu- al "Kouzina" Celebrating: The food, wine and culture ofGreece TIONAL AftendedRecord crowdofmore than 500 E L I. EN IC SE M supporters Benefiting:Funds raised support museum programs Date:Nov. 5 Location:National Hellenic Museum, Chicago Website: www.nationalhelleniemuse- NATiONAL HELLENIC MUSEUM PHOTOS um.org Sam Sianis and Tom Sianis of Park Ridge

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TtCN ST. JOHN BREBEUF CHURCH The Quintet Attacca will perform "Winter Winds - A Romantic Soundscape' at St. John Brebeuf, 8307 N. Harlem Ave., Nues, at 3 p.m. Jan. 17. The concert, part of the Musica Lumina 2015-16 concert series at the church, will showcase the quintet's innovative programming that reflects both the Classical and Romantic eras. A free-will offering will be taken. but there is no admission charge. For more information, call 847-966-8145 or see www.sjbrebeuf.org.

HONORS FOR REALTOR MARUYN D. GLAZER

Keith Hancock, president of the North Shore Barrington Association of Realtors congratulated Marilyn D. Steve, from left, Themi, Teddi and John Galanis of Glenview Glazer at a ceremony dedicatIng the NSBAR boardroom to her as winner of the organization's 2015 Distin- guished Service Award. Colleagues,

AT'Ot'4AL friends and family were on hand for HLL4IC the dedication of the "Marilyn D. M tSf U M Glazer Boardroom and Conference Center" Dec. 18, at NSBAR's North- brook office. Glazer, owner of her own real estate brokerage company, Marilyn D. Glazer, Realtor, also serves as supervisor of Nues Township goy- ernmerit and as treasurer of the Nues Township Food Pantry Foundation. N.SHORE-BARRINGTON ASSOCIATION REALTOR Glazer is a 30-year resident of Skokie.

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20 E Peter Le, Hawthorn Woods 2628 N Windsor Dr, #203, Nikolas G Kotrotsios leonid Vainshtein 12-021S $80,000 Matthew J Kovaisky & Ashley M Taylor Morrison Illinois Inc 12-02-IS $712,000 i Arlington Heights Kovalsky 1497 Shire Cir. inverness 330 W Miner St, # lA, Arlington Paresh Vipani & Aarati Vipani Kimberly A Sussman 12-03-15 $101,000 Andrea Donovan Alien Trust 12-04-15 $387,500 Heights 13088 W Muir Ave, Lake Bluff Cary A Nevinski Dietmar M Wagenknecht 12-02-15 $269.000 1226 S New Wilke Rd. #109, Plamen Dobrev Pnc Bank Na 12-02-15 $125,000 925 E Illinois Rd. Lake Forest Jonathan A Bancroft Robert A Bancroft Arlington Heights 12-02-15 $1,300,000 23391 W South Lakewood Ln, Aleksandr Dmitnievich Fedorov Federal Home Loan Mtg Corp 12-01-15 $196,000 1510E Jane Ave, Arlington Marcin Stachyra & Agnieszka David M Baumann 12-0215 $189,000 Lake Zurich Heights Stachyra 331 Red Bridge Rd. Lake Zurich Syiwia Soibut Michael Witzet 12-01-15 $248,000 434S Dryden Pl. Arlington Joseph Leffelman & Jessica Lynn Brian K Woodland 12-04-15 $275.000 :5 Heights Leffelman 195 Rosehall Dr, Lake Zurich ZhuChun&SuShucai Jeffrey J Czarnota 12-01-15 $250,000 505S Gibbons Ave, Arlington James D Mcintyre Jr Christopher Mcgowan 12-02-15 $290,000 163 Finstad Dr, 8 163, Liber- Lisa M Maddox Prairie View North Lic 12-02-15 $364.000 Heights tyville

1312 S Fernandez Ct, Arlington Gerald F Benda Jr & Candice S Gerald I Cherwin 12-03-15 $300,000 102 Rivershire Ln, Lincoinshire Sanjay Vazhapuiiy & Betty Richard G Maxen 12-01-lS $4S9.000 Heights Cherwin Benda Varhapuily

1120 N Phelps Ave, Arlington Roman Podolskyy & Maryna Rosemary Stone Estate 12-02-lS $315,000 4497 Hameiton Ct. Long Grove Brian J Terry Us Bank Na Trustee 12-02-15 $624,750 Heights Ursuliak 5506 Lincoln Ave, # Alls, MortonNina Ritten Senad Martinovic 12-08-15 $152,000 405 S Dryden Pl. Arlington Steven J Altheide & Danielle C Patricia Jacobsen l20215 $375,000 Grove Heights Altheide 8649 Cailie Ave, Morton Grove Mohammed i Makda Dolores R Dolan 12-03-lS $279,000 512 E Burning Tree In, Arlington Daniel W Smith & Jennifer Mark Baldwin M Wong 12-04-15 $425,000 1808 E Maya Ln, Mount Prospect Heights Theodore Kouretsos & Ai- Jacques Salibiart 12-03-15 $295,000 Smith exandraT Kouretsos 207 N Lincoln In. Arlington Ashton Arnold Owb Reo LIc 12-04-15 $589,000 916 S We Go Tri, Mount Prospect Heights Nermin Plavulj & Arsema Piavuij Terrance i Maloney 12-03-15 $320,000 1300 N Pima In. Mount Prospect Jacob Joseph Chacko & Gissy C&k Lic 50 Lake Blvd. # 670, Buffalo 12-03-15 $320,000 Wonkyu Cho & Keiko Tamai Stone Capital Investments Lic 12-04- 15 $124,000 James Grove 12 N Maple St, Mount Prospect Ryan York & Jaclyn M York Pawel Stec l204-l5 $392,000 121 Mary Lu In, Buffalo Grove Zyanya Montes Ocampo & Jesse Frank Panzek 12-03-15 $130,000 Pacheco 6917 W Fango Ave, Nues Richard E Kathe & Cynthia M Helen C Korn Estate 12-03-15 $112,500 Kathe 1101 Beechwood Rd. Buffalo Jon D Llaguno Sasidhar Naidu 12-03-15 $248,500 Grove 7861 N Nordica Ave, hiles Adiia Sahen & Mohammed Us Bank Na Trustee 12-03-15 $138,000 Shabbir 523 Harris Ct. Buffalo Grove Claire Mata Emil P Dicker 12-01-15 $308,000 8853 N Washington St, # D. Nues 230 ManOr Dr, Buffalo Grove Nareshbhai Patel & Kalavatiben Shenyl Purcell 12-03-15 $179,000 llhwa Hong Bradley C Foss 12-02-15 $320,000 Patei 905 Knollwood Dr. Buffalo Grove Mark J Friedman Ronald Rotstein 12-02-15 $336.000 8413 W Madison Dr, hiles Przemyslaw Laski & Moniko Casey Lechowicz 12'03-15 $267.000 2421 Chambourd Dr, Buffalo Murali M Yakkali & Pavananaga Lisa Maddox 12-01-15 $575.000 Laski Grove Shilpa Noone 2506 Steven Ln, 8 45, NorthbrookRafiq Basana Bank Of America Na 12-02-15 $175,000 9320 Hamilton Ct, # lE, Des Jayant Parekh & Kalpana Parekh Tsoukas Trust 12-04-15 $86.000 2028 Avalon Ct, Nonthbrook Plaines Ainick M Goitra Estrella Novales 12-02-15 $249,500 1632 WaIters Ave, Northbrook Patrick A Wetten & Katy I WettenBank Of America Na 12-02-15 5535.000 9429 Bay Colony Dr, Des Plaines Roula Jamal William J Yates Jr 12-02-15 $89,000 1889 Bosworth In, Northfieid Margaret A Mccaiium Kimbenley A Ribondy 12-03-15 $605,000 9205 Bumble Bee Dr, # 1G, De; Sunny C Kochuveettil & Daisy S Seenamol Jacob 12-02-15 $98,000 Plaines Kochuveettil 294 Wagner Rd. Northfield Craig Coupe & Enin Coupe Beth Durkin 12-02-15 $618.000 8923 Knight Ave, # 106, Des Sanju Mathew & Sindhu George Fannie Mae 12-04-15 $100.500 1 170 N Sterling Ave, #209, Asta Rytel Bank Of America Na 12-02-15 $58,000 Plaines Palatine

9463 Bay Colony Dr, # 2N, Des Sangwoo Baek Teresa Bors 12-03-15 $107.000 1434 Carol Ct, # 3A, Palatine Kifayat Haider Raja American Capital Holdings Lic 1203-1S $86.000 Plaines 916 E Tower Ct, 8 1, Palatine Alfredo Parra Mark E Biakey 12-03-15 $147,500 9355 Bay Colony Dr, # 3S, Des Sylwester Truszkowski Agnes H ColeRa 12-02-15 $110,000 Plaines 1008 N Knoliwood Dr, Palatine Margaret T Boylan Many Murphy 12-02-15 $16S,000 1023 N Goldengate Ln. Palatine Keith J Henry & Connie S Frost ZennienTrust 1568 Woodland Ave, # C, Des Louis E Burdett Phoenix Managementservices 12-02-15 $162,000 12-04-15 $265.000 Plaines 783 N Coolidge Ave. Palatine Ronald S Dicola & Diana L Dicola Steven Williams 12-02-15 $318,000 8660 Gregory Ln. # C, Des Rajeshkumar H Desai & Shital- Pankaj N Shah 12-02-15 $164,000 197 W Brentwood Dr, Palatine Lisa Kim Jerome Jason R Kerr 12-02-15 $380,000 Plaines ben R Desai 1168 N Arbor Ln, Palatine Brian E Smith & Besa Sadiku JohnWaiser 12-02-15 $407,500 446 E Thacker St, Des Plaines Marcio Biela & Anita Pakrasi Fannie Mae 12-03-15 $177.000 1563 E Olive St, Palatine Mania L De Paula Arias & Liliiam K Hovnanian T&c Homes At III 12-04-15 $592,500 2066 Sunset Dr, Des Plaines Miroslaw Magierski & Elzbieta Martin C Vistain Estate 12-03-15 $195,000 De Paula Arias Magierska 1515 S Cumberiand Ave, Park Stanislawa Lelo Virginia Eilen Marano 12-02-15 $271,000 1646 E Walnut Ave, Des Plaines Eva Kowaczew Reagan Dawn M Gilfillan 12-02-15 $220,000 Ridge

9160 W Oaks Ave, Des Plaines Biju B Jacob Benny Joseph 12-04-15 $224,000 193 Michael John Dr, Park Ridge Adam Rybka & Joanna Zajac Fannie Mae 12-04-15 $404,000 813 S Wolf Rd. Des Plaines Audrey J Pak Thomas A Almanzo 12-02-15 $277,500 1 131 Cove Dr, B 156 A, Prospect Kate Magnuson Wells Fango Bank Trustee 12-02- 15 $95,000 Heights 1321 Henry Ave, Des Plaines Angelo Surmaj & Courtney Reed Kb Homes lic 12-03-15 $345,000 508 Aberdeen Ln, Prospect Gary A Nowickas & Eilen M 691 Beau Ct, Des Plaines Sebahat Alka & Muhamed Alka Linda Melody 12-04-15 BnianSLowy 12-04-15 $240,000 $385.000 Heights Nowickas 1006 Dodge Ave, Evanston Janice Green Conbella Lic 12-04-15 $199,000 227 Mandel Ln, Prospect HeightsJessica Lesser & Jonathan Wong Vicki M Spagnola 12-03-15 $275,000 1716 Seward St, Evanston Donna Marie Ward Us Bank Trust Na Trustee 12-02-15 $205.000 408 W Willow Rd. Prospect James Kiefer Alfredo P Papa 12-02-15 5303,000 1228 Emerson St, a 604, Evans- Lingling Zhang & Niandi Xiang Grandbend Lic 12-03-15 $296,000 Heights ton 920 N Lakeside Dr. 8 2 D, Vernon Liang Yang YolandalLambert 12-02-15 $95,500 807 Davis St, # 2110, Evanston Warren Steven Riley Sr & Daniel A Rodriguez 12-03-15 $320.000 Hills Kathryn Elizabeth Riley 249 W Ct Of Shorewood, 8 28, Xiaoii Zhang chntstine L Gremore 12-02-15 $101,000 1631 Church St. Evanston Jamilah Wool Titling Trust 12-04-15 $326,000 Vernon Hills 2025 Sherman Ave, # 507, Pavel Fishkin & Nellie Fishkin Donald Ellis 12-03-15 $360,000 760 Keystone In. Vernon Hills Jen Fue Mua Rg Ventures Lic 12-02-15 $270.000 Evanston 116 Indian Meadow Ln, Vernon Bitha Baiaknishnan & Pramod ignacy Green 12-02-15 $410.000 801 Hinman Ave, # 1. Evanston Chloe Thurston & Daniel Egel Elizabeth M Pettit 12-03-15 $395,000 Hills Sneehani Vellat

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By Judy Buchenot 12slices thick-cut NapervilleSun challah 6ounces cream cheese, In many ways, DeEtta's Bakery softened is "a good, old-fashioned bakery," 4teaspoons cinnamon, according to Kevin Tyschper, who divided runs and owns the Naperville 1/2cup butter, melted bakery with his wife, Morgan 2cups milk Tyschper. "Everything is made 2/3cup maple syrup from scratch. No mixes, no pre- 6eggs servatives and real butter." tablespoons sugar Kevin left a career in manage- 2 ment, and Morgan left a career as 2teaspoons vanilla a pediatric dietitian to pursue Preheat oven to 400 their passion for baking. The 1adegrees. Spread cream bakery opened in 2014 is named cheese on top of the slices of in memory ofMorgan's mother, challah. Place bread in two DeEtta, who passed along her greased 9-by-13-inch pans. love ofbaking to her daughter. Sprinkle bread with i Although their methods may be teaspoon cinnamon. traditional, the couple updates Mix together their products to meet customer 2a remaining cinnamon, demands, especially when it melted butter, milk, maple comes to wedding cakes. syrup, eggs. sugar and vanilla Gone are the days when wed- JUDY BUCHENOT/NAPERVILLE SUN until blended. Pour over ding cakes were strictly multiple challah slices. Bake 18-20 round tiers ofwhite cake with Kevin and Morgan Tyschper top off a box of freshly baked cookies for a customer at DeEtta's, their Naperville bakery. They use the display of rolling pins as a symbols of artisan quality at the bakery. minutes or until egg mixture white frosting topped with a is set. pristine bride and groom. "Cou- pies come to us today with all requested. There are some re- wedge ofcheese for a Packer's annual Bridal Showcase at Naper kinds ofideas. It is the age of quests for square tiers and others 1n, a duck cake for a hunter and Settlement on Friday and Sat- Pinterest and Food Network want a mix ofsquare and round. one shaped like Lego bricks for a urday and are ready to fill re- where they see so many different Some couples ask for metallic groom who loved the plastic quests ofnew brides and grooms. Kevin and things. Ourjob is to combine all ofhighlights in silver or gold. bricks. Sweet tables filled with Kevin, 44, and Morgan, 43, the things they like into a cake," "These usually have to be hand numerous desserts also have enjoy being a local bakery "where Morgan's said Kevin. painted or piped on," Morgan become a frequently requested we know the names ofour cus- Culinary Cue The Tyschpers usually invite said. item. tomers," said Morgan. They have the bride and groom to come to "When couples ask for color on The bakery supplies favors for a display ofvintage rolling pins on Never refrigerate bread be- the bakery for a "deconstructed the cake, we suggest adding color guests also. "We did a wedding one wall ofthe store that Morgan cause it will become dried tasting" where they can taste withreal flowers because the where each guest got a doughnut put together. Out. If you want to prolong cubes oftwo different flavors of colors ofreal flowers pop more and a Sunday paper to take home "Arolling pin is a symbol of the shelf life, freeze the cake coated with different combi- than adding frosting flowers. The as a favor," Kevin said. homemade goodness," said Mor- bread and thaw slices as nations offrostings and fillings. cake becomes more like a canvas Today's brides and grooms are gan. Some rolling pins on the needed. "White cake is actually the least to showcase the colors ofthe real not tied to traditions and often display are worn from use. chosen flavor today," said Kevin. flowers," said Kevin. make unusual requests. Kevin and "Ifthatboard could speak and Couples can try the cake The 1rschpers recognize the Morgan supplied pies instead of a tell us about all the things those squares with a variety of fillings tradition ofsaving the top wed- cake for a wedding and get re- rolling pins have made, it would like chocolate mousse or Bavarian ding cake tier in the freezer to eat quests for cheesecake wedding be amazing," Morgan said. The Naper cream paired with different types on the first wedding anniversary cakes. couple are wearing down their Settlement of frosting, including the popular but offer an alternative to their Although the bakery has only own rolling pins making fresh butter cream. "We can do any- brides and grooms. "We make been opened two years, the baked goods and look forward to Bridal thing the bride and groom want couples a complimentarytop tier Tyschpers have been baking for many years of baking. Showcase We are finding that most of them on their first anniversary instead many oftheir customers for about They share a favorite recipe for want a sort of shabby chic look so they can have a freshly made seven years. a winter breakfast treat for others When:5:30-9 p.m. Friday;10 rather than the traditional cas- cake that tastes good instead of "There are some families that to try for a taste of "homemade am.- 3 p.m. Saturday cading flowers," said Morgan. one that has been in the freezer we have done their engagement goodness." Challah, a rich bread Where:Pre-Emption House "White frosting is still popular for a year," said Kevin. cake, a bridal shower cake, a wed- similar to brioche, is used in the and Century Memorial Chap- but most couples want texture Another relatively new trend in ding cake, a baby shower cake and recipe and can be purchased at el at Naper Settlement, 523 instead of the ultra smooth frost- weddings is a groom's cake that then their kid's birthday cakes. It DeEtta's bakery as well as many S. Webster St., Naperville ing," Morgan said. reflects the personality of the has been fun to be a patt of all ethnic grocery stores. Admission:free Tiers are still popular, but groom. DeEtta's baking team has those celebrations," said Kevin. More information: round is not the only shape fashioned a cake that looked like a The 1)rschpers will be part of the JudyBuchenot is afreelancer. www.napersettlement.org MOMMY ON A SHOESTRING 3

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Bring the "Star Wars" movie fon home. Make these crafts with your mini-Jedi Knights or try them (Han) solo. Just grab a seat, gather a few materials and "may the crafting force be with you!"

Prinoess Lela Cupcakes These regal treats were created by party and entertainingguru Debi Lily ofA Perfect Event aperfecteventcom. By attaching the Oreos, Lily creates a perfect shape for Prin- cess Leia's hair. You need: Vanilla cupcakes with white frosting Dark chocolate fmsting ANTHONYHERRERADESIGNS.COM Chocolate chips Yoda as snowflake, by Anthony Herrera Pink sugar sprinkle flowers (available in the baking aisle) Chocolate Oreos (chocolate-filled Oreos work best) Toothpicks Directions: Create Leia's face with chocolate chips eyes (flat side up) and pink sugar sprinide WILL JAMES flower lips. Use toothpicks to attach Oreo R2-D2craftedfroma trash can by Will James. side buns to each side of the cupcake, and dab some chocolate frosting on the cupcake 'Star Wars' Snowflakes patterns are mund, while others are between them to complete her hairdo. square). These breathtaking snowflakes come u Fold paper accordingto pattern's guide- Stormtrooper Pops courtesy ofAnthony Herrera of anthony- lines. Watch Herrera's video to ensure you herreradesigns.com. fold the paper correctly. These pops, like their namesakes, make a A "Star Wars" aficionado, Herrera creates Place the pattern on a cutting board and A PERFECTEVENT.COM big impact especially when presented en new snowflake designs each year that can use scissors and a craft knife to carefùlly cut Princess Lela cupcakes masse. Fun to make on a lazy weekend or be downloaded for free on his site. Herrera the details (the pattern's shaded gray area). snowy day. Simply give your kids a big bag includes an easy to follow video that dem- Unfold the paper and voilai An intergalactic and panel lines directly onto garbage can. ofmarshmallows, a few edible-ink markers, onstrates the steps to achieve snowflake snowflake! James suests having using images of some lollipop sticks and let their imagina- brilliance. Please note, although Herrera's fions do the rest R2-D2 as a reference. patterns do require a sharp x-acto knife, so Once the marker ink dries, the ink should Thank you to Jillian from catchmyparty- adult assistance is necessaiy (but trust me, R2-D2 Garbage Can .com for this creative, delicious craft. remain permanent However, ifdesired, you once you start making the snowflakes it will One person's trash can is another per- can add a coat or two ofMod Podge for a You need: be hard to stop). son's droid. Just ask GeekDad.com con- glossy sheen and to keep R2-D2 looking Marshmallows You need: tributor Will James, who transformed an good Lollipop sticks u Snowflake pattern (printed on white ordinary swing-lid garbage can into R2-D2. Edible-ink marker (in the baking aisle and paper) You need: Want more "Star Wars" fun? The folks at at most craft stores) u Scissors White, swing-lid garbage can (James used Directions: Disney have ganemusly created a free, "Star X-acto knife a can by Umbra) Wars"-themed family fon pack filled with Use edible-ink marker to draw a face on Cuttingboard u Permanent markers (such as Sharpies) mazes, games and projects. Visit mommyon marshmallow. Add a lollipop stick and your Directions: Directions: ashoestring.com to download and print Stormtrooper is ready. Thm paper ifnecessary (some snowflake u Use markers to draw geometric shapes your free family fun packet. I' PETS/ANIMALS Books on animals deliver array of adventures

By William Hageman Who's on the bookshelves this month? Dogs, wolves, birds and cats. And butterflies. Beautiful butterflies. Here are some of the new animal-related Tribune Newspapers books that have bit the market

"The Annihi- "How Dogs "Catify to "The Teach- lation of Work" by Ray- Satisfy: Sim- ingsof Nature: Hu- mond Coppinger pie Solutions Shirelie: Life : man Extinction and Mark Fein- for Creating a Lessons From a of Birds and stein (University Cat-Friendly Divine Knuckle- Mammals" by of Chicago Home" by Jack- head" by Doug- LI Gerardo Cebal- Press): Cop- son Galaxy and las Green (Cava- los, Anne H. pinger, professor Kate Benjamin llena Press): Ehrlich and emeritus of (Tarcher Pen- Green, a psycho- Paul R. Ehrlich biology at gum): Whether therapist spe- (Johns Hopkins Hampshire Col- you're consider- cializing in kids University lege, and Fein- ing getting a cat and teenagers, says that early on, he saw Press): Three stein, a professor orjust want to the dog he'd adopted as something of a eminent conservationists show how hu- of cognitive upgrade your feline's home - you know, goof. But soon he realized that Shirelle mans have driven thousands of animal science at Hampshire, take a scientific the home that used to be yours - Galaxy was "my greatest teacher, a guru of the populations into extinction and how, in look at dogs and other canids, such as and Benjamin's book is the place to start, deeper truths of life:' As the dog went turn, humanity itself is threatened. lt's an wolves and coyotes. They explain why They explain how to design your home to about living her life to the fullest, she important topic underreported by the dogs do what they do - why they play, be not just cat-friendly, but also condu- opened his eyes. Their lives meshed to the media and worthy of public discussion. why they bark, how they forage - as well cive to making your pet's life full and point that she helped him in his counsel- This book serves as a wake-up call. as how they have evolved into the animals happy. ing. Green has taken what he learned and they are. now imparts Shirelle's lessons to the rest of us.

"A Friend for "Butterflies" by "Bird Love" by Lakota: The "James Herriot's Il l.Jl LIES Leila Jeifreys Animal Stories" Thomas Marent and incredible True (Abrams): Fine art Story of a Wolf (St. Martin's Press): Ronald Orenstein photographer (Firefly): Writer Who Braved In the third book of Jeifreys offers Orenstein and pho- Bullying" by Jim Herriot's stories re- some 80 color published in recent tographer Marent and Jamie Dutcher plates - beautiful (National Geo- months by St. Mar- have teamed up to portraits - of produce a mag- graphic Kids): The tin's (the other two birds from her nificent book on Dutchers spent six years living with a pack focused on dogs and native Australia some of the most of wolves in Idaho, resulting in three docu- cats, respectively), and North Ameri- interesting and beautiful creatures on mentary films and three Emmys. Their the late author re- ca. Songbirds, Earth. Readers will see the diversity of research now gives young readers this gales his followers budgies, parrots with 10 charming tales featuring some of butterflies and learn their history and book about Lakota, a wolf pup who and birds of prey are among her lucky learned to stand up to bullying. the animals he encountered during his ecology. subjects. decades as a vet. Wonderfully illustrated by Lesley Holmes.

PET OF THE WEEK chicagotribunecom/pets Raiphie is a year-old, happy-go-lucky, husky/shep mix. Visit us daily for the latest pet and animal news He gets along with other dogs and people. We think he is from the suburbs, city and beyond, plus: good with kids and cats, but that may need more testing. He has a wonderful personality. He is active and high . Our adoptable animals blog energy, so he will need a family that will work with him, featuring photos and play with him and get into training with him. To ensure descriptions of Chicagoland he finds his forever family for good, we are looking for a pets in need of homes. family that is active but has time to work with him, will have a fenced backyard to play with him and will take him u Our suburban and city out ftr walks. His breed mix will require someone that pet events calendar will challenge his mind and fulfill his energy needs. . Photo galleries, videos, more For more information, visit www.alsiptotherescue Raiphie .org. HELP SQUAD 5 t-, Spirit Airlines refundspassenger who ¡s too ill to fly

Dear Help Squad, your circumstances, our company nities to purchase or decline (Glen's father). After reviewing My dad booked a round-trip has found that consistency in the travel insurance. We get many this case and realizing the credit flight from Chicago to Fort Mey- enforcement of the rules sur- requests for exceptions to our wasn't issued as promised, we ers on Spirit Airlines in February rounding our business policies is refund policy every day. Saying will make an exception and offer He was supposed to leave Dec. 6. the only way to be fair and equal yes to them would increase costs (Glen's father) a full refund of Unfortunately, on Nov. 3, my to all our valued customers. Re- for all - so we've instead added $257.18. Again, we apologize for father was diagnosed with meta- gretfully, we are unable to waive affordable insurance options. Our the inconvenience." static lung cancer and is now fees, or amend our terms and CATHY CUNNINGHAM contract ofcarriage policy is Glen's dad did receive his re- much too sick to fly. conditions based on illness; even HelpSquad available right on our website. fund - four days before he died After I talked to Spirit Airlines' with a doctor's or hospital's note. Our policies are created to offer from his illness. However, refunds customer service on the phone, I If there's anything else that you your plans change. Insurance is the lowest possible fares; on aver- are definitely not the Spirit norm. was offered a refund of $101.20 on need, just let me know." available to protect you from the age 40% less than other airlines Typically, ifa reservation is not aticketpricedat$257.18a Needless to say, they are not unexpected. according to the DOT. When a canceled within 24 hours of $155.98 cancellation fee! The doing a full refund. I am wonder- I tracked down Stephen Schul- customer cancels, trying to resell booking, a change fee of$120, gentleman on the phone directed ing if there is anything you can do er, Spirit Airlines media relations their ticket raises fares for every- plus a fee of$17.99 per leg, is * me to send a letter with docu- to refund my dad the full $257.18 manager. When asked about one, so we don't offer refunds." charged. The remaining credit * mentation of my dad's illness to ticket price. someone being unable to fly, as SchWer concluded: "According must be used within 60 days and their offices in Miramar, Fia., or Glen, Skokie well as why Glen's dad was first to our customer service records, is nontransferable. To obtain an through their website. So I mailed offered a partial refund, then our agents never offered (Glen's actual refund - for any reason - a letter and also went through If the airline's policy really is subsequently told he would re- dad) any type ofrefund and their customers must purchase travel their website, attaching the doc- no refunds - even in the case of ceive nothing, Schuler emailed: responses stayed consistent with insurance. tor's explanation. Here is an ex- critical illness - then surely it "While we would love to offer our policies." cerpt from the email Spirit Air- would clearly state this on the refunds to those impacted by When I asked ifperhaps Glen Seridyour questions to Help lines sent back: company's website. I was able to unexpected illness ... ,our policy had mistaken "refund" for "cred- [email protected]. "We know that unforeseen find the following' Trying to resell is very clear.... During the book- it," Schuler emailed back: "I apol- situations arise such as your case. your ticket raises fares for every- ing process at www.spirit.com, ogize for the confusion regarding Cathy Cunningham is a freelance Although we are empathetic to one, so we don't give refunds if we give customers two opportu- the $101.20 credit authorized to columnistfor Pioneer Press.

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Man at the Helm: A Novel The Emperor of Any Place 1Iitdu By Nina Stibbe, Back Bay, 324 pages, $14.99 By Tim Wynne-Jones, Candlewick, .327pages, $17.99, age 14 and up When the father of9-year-old Lizzie Vogel Evan doesn't know much about his grandfather except that he's a murderer. Clifford tf» abandons the family, they move to an English Evan 'riff" Griffin was a young Marine sergeant duringWorld War II who, according countryside where residents disapprove of to Evan's Father, went on killing after the fighting ended. But his father's sudden death lIT THE divorce and fatherless children and are horn- from a heart attack forces Evan to call on Griff now 90 and his only known relative. The fled by Lizzie's drinking, pill-popping, play- resulting intergenerational confrontation brings long-dormant bitterness, suspicion and .. F:ELt" writing mother. When Lizzie and her sister anger crackling to life, especially after Evan discovers a book in his father's study -the decide to find a new patriarch, their list of diary ofa Japanese soldier named Isamu Oshiro who was stranded on a deserted Pacific candidates includes a con artist, a vicar and island with an American soldier in 1944 - that could hold the key to it all. several already-married men. Shifting back and forth between Griffand Evan's standoffand the events in the diary this ambitious novel maintains a harrowingyet dazzling intensity. Wynne-Jones combines the hyper-reality The Daylight Marriage: A Novel ofwar with mystical beasts and spinta, dipping into Japanese foildore to populate Oshiro's island with By HeidiPitlor, Algonquin, 26Opages, $15.95 corpse-eatingjikininki, a savage unpredictable Tengu, and the ghosts of children yet to be born. Is it possible After an explosive argument with her hus- that Evan was actually thereon the island witnessing what really happened in his "preincamated" state? If all band, Hannah vanishes, leaving Lovell and of this sounds strange and complicated, it doesn't feel that way as it unfolds. As in a dream, the disparate their two children to think about the woman pieces from past and present, from fantasy and reality seem to fall together effortlessly, forming both a sus- they once knew as they wait for word from the penseful mystery and a meditation on loyalty sacrifice, family and understanding between supposedly mortal police. Meanwhile, Hannah moves from hastily made decision to hastily made decision, the enemies. consequences ofwhich could prove irrevoca- ble.

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While I cannot determine if the articles middle-aged person versus as a youngster (and quizzes, of course) directly played a is physical intimacy It isn't uncommon for mie, Idid get married, and the men and women to initially nightmare of having to navigate have anxiety about sleeping the dating scene was over. So I Despite the with someone new after a di- thought fact that vorce. Reasons include insecuri- Divorced at41and thrown ties that come both with past back into the pack of wolves, I all this relationship experiences and felt like I had outgrown articles technology aging. Getting naked with some- like, "10 Secrets That Will Drive one new isn't taken as lightly as Your Guy Crazy In Bed." What I is widely it might have been when we really wanted toknowwas were young and untainted. The whether dating as a middle- accepted good news is. anxiety about sex aged woman would be even by young usually goes away after meeting remotely similar to what it was someone you really trust 20years prior? Today, nine people, ¡t years later, the answer to that truly makesWhat's the same? In tro du cmg question is very clear: Yes and no. sense for True love. older, sin- Ask anyone older than 40 Service & Repair. What's new? and divorced with kids why gle parents. they are dating, and he or she It all begins with techaology will probably answer "compan- Know the cost for labor and parts in your area Nowadays, when you are dating ionship' "friendship," "fun" or someone, forget talldng on the phone. "something to do?' That's why I think it's so you don't pay more than you should. Instead, you'll have short, to-the-point funny that I can't count the number of conversations (which include making divorced men and women who say they Research. Price. Find. Get the right service, plans) via Facebook messaging, texting or unexpectedly met "the one" and that they email. It might seem impersonal or cold felt the same intense excitement and pas- without all the drama. and distant at first, but you'll get used to it. sion (maybe even a stronger connection) There is one exception: FaceTiming. than they had in the past. This is big. If your guy (or girl) is gaga over Falling madly in love at an older age is you, he or she might be into having a con- almost a feeling ofdisbelief, accompanied versation while seeing your face. This took by immense gratitude and a sense of peace me a little while to get used to because of that this is where you truly belong. It's self-consciousness. Plu s, the FaceTime amazing how the heart can bounce back picture isn't very flattering. You'd think the like that. technology would have been able to make The bottom line is, loving someone feels people look more attractive, hut whatever. the same at any age, whether you are a Once you get over it, I have to say it's pretty teenager, a young adult, a middle-aged fim. person or even a senior. Your heart beats In addition, the way single people meet fast, you light up when he or she walks into is completely different now. Online dating a room and that person is buried inside i sites have become a primary way men and your core every minute ofevery day. Are 9 women meet and find love, and dating apps those feelings really that different from the RESEARCH f JNi like Tinder. JSwipe and Bumble are ex- ones you experienced when your high ploding, as they offer a chance to meet school boyfriend handed you a note that someone you find attractive, who happens said you were the prettiest girl? to be in your vicinity at that very moment I am amazed at how many people I see Jackie Pilossoph is afreelance columnist. ALL DRIVE. t'lo drama. 12 HEALTH h Avoiding troublesome foods Study: Concussiofl ¡s top helps irritable bowel syndrome injury among cheerleaders By Maureen Salamon safety measures, as well as thing to point out is that HealthDay coaching certification concussion rates are still requirements, he said. lower in cheerleading than :E Concussion tops the list The new study is the firstother sports?' ofinjuries suffered by high to compare injury rates of More than half of cheer- school cheerleaders as the high school-sanctioned leading injuries occurred DR. ANTHONY once-tame sideline activity cheerleading to other during stunts, with pyra- KOMAROFF becomes more daring and sports. Using a large sports AskDr. K mid formations constitut- competitive, a new U.S. injury database, Curne and ing 16 percent and tumbling Dear Doctor K: I have study finds. his colleagues found that, accounting for 9 percent. irritable bowel syndrome Almond milk is But cheerleading still while overall injury rates Most stunt- and pyramid- (lBS), and I hear there is a an alternative ranks near the bottom of among cheerleaders were related concussions re- diet to help that. Can you to dairy milk, high school sports in terms lower than most other high suited from contact with tell me about it? which may ofoverall injury rate, ac- school sports, the injuries another person, most com- Dear Reader Unfortu- increase cording to the research, that do occur are more monly an elbow, the study nately, lBS is pretty com- symptoms published online Dec. 10 in severe. said. mon. Symptoms include for people who the journal Pediatrics. Cheerleading ranked Cheerleaders at the base cramping, diarrhea, gas have irritable "Anecdotally, it's pretty behind only gymnastics in offormations for stunts and and bloating. But you are bowel clear to most people over the percentage of injuries pyramids represented 46 right: Research has identi- syndrome. the past few decades that resulting in an athlete beingpercent ofall injuries, fol- fied certain foods that cheerleading has shifted benched for at least three lowed by fliers (36 percent) tend to trigger lBS, and ROSS HAILEY/MCT from a sideline activity to a weeks or even the entire and spotters (10 percent). avoiding these foods can competitive sport itself season, according to the Dr. Cynthia Laßella, help you reduce your This may have resulted in new research. medical director of the

symptoms. asparagus, Brussels Nuts/seeds: almonds, an increase in injury," said . These dangers were also Institute for Sports Medi- The new diet for lBS sprouts, broccoli, beetroot, macadamia nuts, peanuts, study author Dustin Currie, underscored in a 2012 cine at Ann and Robert H. targets and eliminates cauliflower, garlic, mush- pine nuts and walnuts. a doctoral student in epide- policy statement by the Lime Children's Hospital certain types of carbohy- rooms, onions and snow u Grains: oat, oat bran, miology at Colorado School American Academy of ofChicago, said more re- drates that the small in- peas. rice bran, gluten-free ofPubiic Health at the Pediatrics noting that search is needed, not only testine has trouble absorb- Grains: wheat and rye. pasta, white rice, corn University of Colorado cheerleading has ac- into what kinds of injui-ies ing. We'll call it the "LBS Legumes: chickpeas, flour and quinoa. Anschutz Medical Campus. counted for about 66 per- occur among cheerleaders diet," even though its lentils, kidney beans and Don't misunderstand "We only have five years cent ofail catastrophic but whether certain safety official name is the "low soy products. me: People are different, ofdata... but I don't know injuries in high school girl measures are effective. FODMAP diet." (Please High-fructose corn including people with LBS. whether to say it's better athletes over the past 25 "I don't know that it's a don't ask what 'TOD- syrup. Not all ofthe foods I ad- for cheerleading to not years. bad thing that cheerleading MAP" stands for; you don't Sweeteners such as vise you to eat less of will become a more competitive (The latest report from has changed," said LaBella, want to know, and I don't honey, agave nectar, sorbi- negatively affect your LBS. sport," he added. "If it's the National Center for also an associate professor want to try to remember.) toi, mannitol, xylitol, mal- And some that will make getting more children to Catastrophic Sport Injury ofpediatrics at the North- Research has found thattitol and isomalt found in your symptoms worse will participate in athletics, it's Research, covering cheer- western University Fein- certain carbohydrates sugar-free gam and mints. not do so for another probably a net positive." leaders from 1982 to spring berg School ofMedicine in increase the amount of Since you are avoiding personwith lBS.Likewise, About400,000students 20013, showed four deaths Chicago. "It has evolved, fluid in the bowel and the foods mentioned eatingonlythe foods I in the United States partici- and57disabilities as a but we just need to make create more gas. This above, you may want to eat advise you to eat more of pate in high school cheer- result ofinjuries, so damage sure the procedures on leads to bloating and more of these foods, to won't guarantee you free- leading each year, including can be fr more serious how we monitor injuries changes the speed at compensate: dom from lBS. But they more than 123,000 involved than concussions.) and athletes' skills ... evolve which food is digested. Dairy lactose-free milk, are a good place to start in in competitive "spirit The new study shows withit." The result is gas, pain and rice, almond and coconut reducing the symptoms of squads" that incorporate that concussions were the Currie said one way to diarrhea. Avoiding these milk; lactose-free yogurt lBS. stunts, pyramids, tosses and most common cheerlead- potentially reduce cheer- foods reduces lBS symp- hard cheeses. You need to limit only jumps, according to the U.S. inginjury,for3lpercentof leading injuries would be toms in most peopleth Fruit: bananas, blueber- those foods that you know National Federation of all injuries, but that concus- for all states to consider LBS. ries, cantaloupe, grape- are problematic for you. State High School Associa- sion rates were significantlycheerleading a sport and These are the foods to fruit, honeydew, kiwi, And if you're not sure rions. lower in cheerleading. recognize that the "vast avoid: lemon, lime, oranges and about some, try what's But states ciassif,r cheer- "There's been a pretty majority ofhigh school Dairy cow's milk, yo- strawberries. called an elimination diet. leading in various ways, strong rise in concussion cheerleaders are athletes' gurt, pudding, ice cream, Vegetables: bamboo That involves removing all with some defining it as a rates over the last decade in requiring the support of cottage cheese and ricotta shoots, bean sprouts, bok foods from the "eat less" sport and others lumping it pretty much all high school athletic trainers and other cheese. choy, carrots, cucumbers, list from your diet, and with other nonathletic sports," Currie said."I appropriate medical staff Fruits: apples, apricots, eggplant, ginger, lettuce, then reintroducing one extracurricular activities, think that's partially due to "States need to think blackberries, cherries, olives, parsnips, potatoes, food at a time, noting Currie said. The distinction the increased awareness about it in terms of cheer- nectarines, pears, peaches, spring onions and turnips. whether it worsens your is important because defin- and diagnosis of concus- leaders being athletes, as cherries, mangaes and Proteut beef, pork, symptoms. If not, add it ing it as a sport requires sions occurring. So I they are now, rather than watermelon. chicken, fish, eggs and back to your diet. The lBS stricter rules regarding wouldn't say I'm surprised some recreational activity Vegetables: artichokes, tofu. diet really can help you. practice location and other ... and the more important on the sidelines," he said. We remember whenyou partied like ¡twas1999

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You some- that in the last social encounter tionship. how convince yourself Well, it's they were in, they used a phone to only texting. reach another person. And82 ... the sentiment is: What does thatlife." We've decided that it's OK to texts; he had missed so much. He percent said that it deteriorated make me?Do Inot have anyprivi- have a constant social media was busy looking at how much Q: I'm wondering what role the conversation. leged position as the friend not on stream interrupt our conversation she was texting him - not the digital communication is A solo person relies ... on that the phone? There are things that with our lovers, friends, family, content and not the signs of vul- playing in our memories of how web of friendships and family and the friend not on the phone really children, parents because it's nerability not the hesitation and our relationships go. Are we connections. If you're using your can give us. become a social norm. (When the pauses. He was reassured by remembering the breakup phone while you're with these phones are out) you talk about the volume. Somebody's texting emails and "I love you" texts people, you're not necessarily Q:I'm more likely to be things where you don't mind you 20 times a day, you feel you're more than things that were said maintaining those connections in looking at my phone if I'm with being interrupted... you keep it good. We can lose our perspective out loud, in person, of which the best way. For example, I tell a friends than if I'm on a date. light on what's happening in a relation- there is no digital record? story of a woman who's with one The date might be this bastion ship ifwe don't take the time to sit A: I have data on how imper- of her best friends, and she's talk- of keeping the phone away. Q: With romantic relation- with each other and say: "What's tant and how focused people are ing about a breakup. The friend is A: But as people become com- ships, how does technology happening?" on the digital record. The digital trying to help her, and while frrtable in relationships and start make us forget what we know record becomes, in some cases, they're talking about the breakup, to feel that they're not on a date about life? Q: In talking to these couples, the relationship. People show she starts to text other people the phones come back out. In a A: In the romance chapter of did you find any who were their friends and ask their opin- about the breakup and get supportway, it's a marker of the transition my book, I talk about this couple balancing digital communica- ions and have people vote on who from her social network available (from a date) to a person in your (Adam and Tessa) who have a lot tion and in-person communica- was right and who was wrong. to her on the phone. life who's integrated into the rest of their relationship go on via text tion in an admirable way? What did he mean? Did I say this of your life. Adam felt that he was a better self A: The ones who balance it are wrong? People become very in- Q: When there's a real live There's a line in my book that's online because he could edit him- the ones who when they're to- volved in the idea that ifthey had connection in front of her. my favorite: "Technology makes self And then she broke up with gether, they're together. People done it right, it would have A: For the friend who's with her us forget what we know about him. I went over a lot of their use technology in very creative, worked out right. DREAM HOME

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Listings are subject to change. "Botanic Garden":A widow faces the German Stammtisch:Practice Ger- Drop-in Chess Club (up to grade 8): Please call the venue in advance. daunting prospect of her first date since man and learn about German culture. Volunteer chess instructor Steve Leven- the death of her husband. 7:30 p.m. For all experience levels. i p.m. Thurs- son teaches fundamentals and strategy. Thursdays; 8 p.m. Fridays; 1 p.m. and 8 day, Oakton Park Community Center, Bring your own chess set Children Thursday, Jan. 7 p.m. Saturdays; 3p.m. Sundays; 1p.m. 4701 Oakton St, Skokie, free under age 8 must be accompanied by a Wednesdays, Citadel Theatre Company, parent 7 p.m. Friday, Glenview Public Gallery Art Show:Features the works 300S. Waukegan Road, Lake Forest, Special Exhibition: Three Years, Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, of ceramic artist Tim Pfiffner and pho- $25, 847-735-8554 EIght Months, and Twenty Days: free, 847-729-7500 tographer Kyle Flubacker. 10 a.m. Mon- The Cambodian Atrocities and the days-Fridays, 9 a.ni. Saturdays, Kaleido- Everybody Move:This six-week ses- Search for Justice:Learn about the Game Night for ages 13-18:Play on scope School of Fine Art, 316 W. Main sion is for ages birth through two years Cambodian genocide and the current big screens with the library's game St., Barrington, free, 847-381-4840 with a caregiver. Registration is re- trials to bring the perpetrators to justice, systems and collections. Pizza is served. quired. Celeste Activities and explora- 40 years later. 10 mm. daily, Illinois Register by calling 5 p.m. Friday, Glen- Unplugged: A Survivor's Story In tion include scarves, balls, hoops and Holocaust Museum and Education view Public Library, 1930 Glenview Scenes and Songs:Through original instruments. Weekly attendance is Center, 9603 Woods Drive, Skokie, free, Road, Glenview, free, 847-729-7500 songr and spoken-word performance, required. 9:30 mm. Thursdays, Lincoln- 847-967-4835 author Paul McConias and singer Maya wood Public Library, 4000 W Pratt GLENergy presents Benefit Pro- Kuper tell the inspiring story of Dayna Ave., Lincoinwood, free, 847-677-5277 Food for Fines:Donate a canned food grams and Taxes:Bette Vitale, LCSW, Clay, a fictional 27-year-old rock mu- item during January and receive $1 off North Shore Senior Center Red Tape sician and survivor of sexual assault. 8 Wond.r Ground Open Lab:Look, toward overdue fines. Does not apply to Cutters Coordinator, discusses these p.m. Thursday, Found Kitchen & Social touch, tinker, and play with an intrigu- fees for missing, damaged items or lost programs for seniors and adults with House, 1631 Chicago Ave., Evanston, $10 ing array of science-oriented curiosities. materials. 9 mm. daily, Indian Trails disabilities. Call to register. i p.m. Friday, at the door, 847-868-8945 Those in kindergarten through fourth Library District, 355 Schoenbeck Road, Glenview Public Library, 1930 Glenview grades are welcome. 4 p.m. Thursdays Wheeling, free, 847-459-4100 Road, Glenview, free, 847-729-7500 Thursday murder mystery book and Tuesdays, Niles Public Library, club:Enjoy discussion, coffee and do- 6960W. Oakton St., Niles, free, 847-663- Art Exhibit by Kathy Kathreln: Kathy Art In the Library Exhibit: The Cali nuts. 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Fox Lake 1234 Kathrein's oil paintings portray nature of the Shore:Artist Cherie Piatt cre- District Library, 255 E. Grand Ave., Fox against the backdrop ofChicagn archi- ates water colors ofthe seascapes and Lake, free, 847-587-0198 Movies In the Underground: "Me tecture. 9 mm. daily, Indian Trails Li- landscapes. 9 mm. daily, Glenview Pub- and Earl and Dying Girl":Pizza and brary District, 355 Schoenbeck Road, lic Library, 1930 Glenview Road, Glen- Adult Literacy Classes: Spring Ses- Kleenex are served at "intermission." 4 Wheeling, free, 847-459-4100 view, free, 847-729-7500 sion Registration:Native and non- p.m. Thursday, Nues Public Library, native English speakers can improve 6960W. Oakton St., Niles, free, 847-663- Navigating Today's Marijuana Reali- Minions' Minyan: Young Family their reading and writing skills in a 1234 ty with Dr. Michael J. Bradley:Part of Shabbat:Welcome Shabbat with fun, small, friendly group. 9:15 mm. Thurs- Loyola Academy's Courageous Con- music, and a story. Tots (and adults) are days and Tuesdays, Glenview Public Happy New Year, but what year Is lt versations book and speaker series. 7 welcome to wear their PJs. Membership Library 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, really?:Calculating the A.D. chronol- p.m. Thursday, Loyola Academy, 1100 not required. 6 p.m. Fridays, Har Sha- free, 847-635-1426 og; a medieval monk's mistake to a Laramie Ave., Wilmette, free, 847-2 56- bm at Lakeside, 1221 Lake Cook Road, U-centuries-long conspiracy. Historian 1100 Highland Park, free, 847-814-7456 Lyric Opera of Chicago Lcture S.- and writer Eugene Finerman guides ries:This discussion is on "Nabucco" by attendees through the politics andin- Ailiance Francaise Cours de Con- Out of Low Back Pain:Allison Wilmes Giuseppe Verdi. Lectures are moderat- trigues lurking behind the calendar as versatlon:The class discusses current incorporates therapeutic yoga, somatics ed by former Lyric Opera of Chicago we know it 7p.m. Thursday, North- events, reads articles ofgeneral interest and an understanding ofanatomy and docents. Register by calling. 7p.m. brook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane, to Francophiles. Contact alliancefn()ya- alignment to eliminate pain. Call to Thursday, Glenview Public Library, Northbrook, free, 847-272-6224 hoo.com with questions or to join mid- register. i p.m. Friday, Fremont Public 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, free, session. 7 p.m. Thursday, St John's Library 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mun- 847-729-7500 Tal Chi:Wear loose clothing. 9 mm. Church, 1235 Wilinette Ave., Wilmette, delein, free, 847-918-3225 Thursdays and Mondays, North Shore $164, 847-328-9516 New Beekeepers Invited To Club Senior Center, 161 Northfield Road, Bibilobop with Wendy & DB: 10 mm. Meeting:The Lake County Beekeepers Northfield, $75 NSSC members; $89 Quilt Lecture:This month's speaker is Friday, Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Association encourages those with an non-member, 847-784-6030 Etica Jarrett and her lecture is entitled Oakton St, Niles, free, 847-663-1234 interest in bees to attend the January "50 Doll Quilts?' Doors at 6:30 p.m., World Language Storytime: Span- meeting "Getting Started Keeping Bees: Rhythm and Rhyme-Palatine:A meeting at 7 p.m. Thursdays, Beth Hillel Congregation Bnai Emunah, 3220 Big ish:Share stories and songs in Spanish What Equipment is Needed and How musical story time for preschoolers and Tree Lane, Wilmette, $5 for guests, (with a bit ofEnglish). Craft and snack Much it Will Cost" 7p.m. Thursday, their parents. 10 mm. and i p.m. Thurs- day, Palatine Public Library, 700 N. 847-480-9777 included. For ages 3 and up with a par- State Bank of The Lakes- Grayslake, 50 ent or caregiver. 6 p.m. Friday, Niles Commerce Drive, Grayslake, annual North Court, Palatine, free 847-358- 5881 Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, membership $20, 847-223-7249 Friday, Jan. 8 Niles, free, 847-663-1234 Park Ridge Fly Tying Club Meetings: Fre yoga night:6p.m. Thursday, Ami Parisian Salon Concert - Consuelo Ami Boutique in Highland Park,668 Demonstrations offly tying are per- Musical Kabbaiat Shabbat Service: Central Ave., Highland Park, free formed by an experienced demon- Oneg Shabbat following services. 6:30 Lepauw:Violinist Consuelo Lepauw in stsator. Tools and materials provided. 7 p.m. Friday, Congregation B'nai Tikvah, a rarely performed full rendition of Thursday Night Emotions Anony- p.m. Thursdays, Park Ridge Community 1558 Wilmot Road, Deerfield, free, Johann Sebastian Bach monumental Six mous:A U-Step organization com- Church, 100 S. Courtland Ave., Park 847-945-0470 Sonatas and Partitas for Unaccompa- posed of people who come together for Ridge, free, 847-823-3164 nied Violin. 7:30 p.m. Friday, North- the purpose of working toward recov- Unda Solotaire Quartet:9:15 p.m. brook Public Library 1201 Cedar Lane, ery. 7p.m. Thursdays, Christ Church of Book Discussion: i p.m.Thursday, Friday, Pete Miller's Seafood & Prime Northbrook, free, 847-272-6224 Lake Forest, 100 N. Waukegan Road, Park Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Steak, 1557 Sherman Ave., Evanston, Lake Forest, free Western Ave., Park Ridge, free, 847-692- free, 847-328-0399 5127 Turn to Calendar, Next Page 24 CALENDAR

Calendar, from Previous Page Overeaters Anonymous: 9 am. Sat- Crafting for Charity:Looking for Sunday, Jan. 10 urdays, St Matthews Episcopal Church, knitters and crocheters who are willing Gentle Voga:Exercises are done in a 2120 Lincoln St., Evanston, free, 773- to make scarves and/or hats for charity, chair or standing, not on the floor. 9:30 996-0609 Completed items made are to be do- Do Not Submit: A Storytelling Open a.nt and 11am. Fridays, Northbrook nated to the Nues and Maine Township Mic:Local event that is pressure free Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, North- 11th anniversary party:Eat, drink and Food Pantries. 10 am. Saturday, Morton night for storytellers from zero to dec- brook, free, 847-272-6224 be cheery as The Celtic Knot celebrates Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., ades ofexperience to connect, share its 11th anniversary with modern Irish Morton Grove, free, 847-965-4220 stories and hone their craft 5:30 p.m. Share The Warmth:Prepare one-of-a- folk band One of The Girls. 9:30 p.m. Sunday, The Celtic Knot Public House, kind fleece blankets for chemo patients. Saturday, The Celtic Knot Public House, Movie Matters: "He Named Me Ma- 626 Church St., Evanston, free, 847-864- A basic crochet stitch can be taught 626 Church St, Evanston, free, 847-864- iaia":Looks at the events leading up to 1679 Bring lunch. 9 am. Fridays, North Shore 1679 the Taliban's attack on Pakistani school- Senior Center, 161 Northfield Road, girl, Malala Yousafzai. 2 p.m. Saturday, John Williams' Sunday music ses- Northfield, free, 847-293-6755 Hoedown - Square Dancing 101: All Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 sion:3 p.m. Sundays, The Celtic Knot ages are welcome. Register by calling. 2 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove, free, 847- Public House, 626 Church St, Evanston, Warm Yin Yoga:7:45 p.m. Fridays, JAl p.m. Saturday, Glenview Public Library, 965-4220 free, 847-864-1679 Yoga Studio, 37E. Northwest Highway, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, free, Palatine, free, 224-567-0838 847-729-7500 World Language Storytime: Rus- Handicap This - Making Minds I sian:Come one and all to share stories Handicap Accessibie:Gather your Dupiicate Bridge:9 am. Fridays, Park Lake County Area Computer Enthu- and songs in Russian (with a bit of Eng- inspiration for 2016 from Glenview Ridge Senior Center, 100 S. Western siasts Meeting:The Free Help desk lish). 11:30 am. Saturday, Niles Public resident Mike Berkson (born with cer- Ave., Park Ridge, free, 847-692-5127 for one-on-one help is open to the pub- Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, Niles, free, ebral palsy) and Tim Wambach (his lic for an hour. Meeting follows from at 847-663-1234 one-time aide). Register by calling. 2 Happy Birthday Elvis - Viva Las 12:30. The topic: "Show and Tell and p.m. Sunday, Glenview Public Library, Vegas Matinee:Celebrate Elvis' birth- Ask the Gurus." 1115 am. Saturday, Second Saturday Breakfast Bingo: 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, free, day with his popular 1964 film "Viva Las Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 9:30 am. Saturday, Nues Public Library, 847-729-7500 Vegas." No registration is required. 2 Library Lane, Grayslake, free for visi- 6960 W Oakton St., Niles, free, 847-663- p.m. Friday, Indian Trails Library Dis- tors, 847-623-3815 1234 Unity Youth Feiiowship:This group is trict, 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, for youth in ninth through twelfth- free, 847-459-4100 Piiates Group Reformer Classes: Film showing: "The Martian":2 p.m. grades, meeting for an evening of fel- Tuesdays: Stretch class at noon. and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Northbrook lowship and learning. For more in- Saturday, Jan. 9 Wednesdays: Group Mat at 10 am. and Public Library, 1201 Cedar Lane, North- formation contact Rev. Emily Mitchell Group Reformer, 11 am. Saturdays: brook, free, 847-272-6224 by emailing PastorEmilystpeterki.org. Group Reformer at 10 am. and Group 7 p.m. Sundays, St Peter United Church Pipe Organ Recitais:Followed by Mat, 11am. Preregister by calling. Pi- Monthly meeting of Essential Tram- ofChrist, 47 Church St, Lake Zurich, refreshments. 11am. Saturday, United lates Center North Shore, 1898 ist St., or Group of Northbrook:Individual free, 847-438-6441 Methodist Church of Antioch, 848 Main Highland Park, $10-$35,847-266-1512 people who have been diagnosed with St., Antioch, free, 847-395-2864 Essential Tremor meet 10 am. Sat- Second Sunday Special: Monarch Kid Lit Fest:Meet children's authors urday, Northbrook Public Library, 1201 Award Mania:The Monarch Award is Stay. March-Torme's "Snap, Sizzle, throughout the day. Books will be avail- Cedar Lane, Northbrook, free, 847-564- Illinois' own kids' choice award for Pop": Torme sings familiar songs able for sale and authors will sign cop- 1777 kindergarten through third graders. backed by a quartet. 3 p.m. Saturday, ies. 9 am. Saturday, Highland Park This is a special interactive story time Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, 111 Public Library, 494 Laurel Ave., High- Congregation Beth Shalom hosts followed by activities, snacks and a W. Campbell St, Arlington Heights, $30; land Park, free, 847-681-7030 Pastor Chris Harris:Pastor Chris chance to cast a vote for your favorite stage tables $35, 847-577-2121 Harris, spiritual leader ofBright Star book on this year's list 2 p.m. Sunday, Men's Feiiowshlp Breakfast:7:30 Church ofChicago, addresses the con- Niles Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton Northwest Suburban Genealogy am. Saturday, St Peter United Church gregation on the topic: "Jews and Afri- St, Niles, free, 847-663-1234 Society Meeting:"Solving Genealogi- of Christ, 47 Church St, Lake Zurich, can Americans: Our Mutual Interests?' cal Mysteries with Facebook's 5,000+ free, 847-438-6441 He also addresses the community's Genealogy Groups" is presented via live youth during a breakout session and Monday, Jan. 11 webinar by Katherine Wilison. 9am. Monthly DAR meeting:Monthly shares in a Q&A session with the entire Saturday, Arlington Heights Senior Meeting Ansel Brainerd Cook Chapter, community 9:30 am. Saturday, Congre- AnimeClub: Each week the group Center, 1801w. Central Road, Arlington NS Daughters of the American Revolu- gation Beth Shalom, 3433 Walters Ave., delves into Japanese culture through Heights, free, 847-253-5532 tion. Program on the Junior American Northbrook, free, 847-498-4100 the art form and through other activ- Citizens. 10 am. Saturday, Libertyville ities. 4:30 p.m. Monday, Antioch Public Linda Soiotaire and James Sander's Township Office, 359 Merrill Court, Tefiia Tot Shabbat:Stories, songs, Library, 757 Main St, Antioch, free, Phoenix Project:8 p.m. Saturday, Pete Libertyville, free, 847-367-0148 prayers and games are part ofa special 847-395-0874 Miller's Seafood & Prime Steak, 1557 prayer service for children ages two to Sherman Ave., Evanston, free, 847-32 8- The Challenges and Rewards of five in the Chapel. Playtime and Kid- Senior Lunch and Activity Progmzn: 0399 Foster Parenting:Jewish Child and dush luncheon with the whole congre- Bingo begins at ii am. and lunch is Family Services Foster Care is a con- gation follows the service. 11:15 am. served at noon for this weekly meeting, FUSE: Studio:Drop in to wire LEDs, tractor for DCFS. 2 p.m. Saturday, Lin- Saturday, Ezra Habonim, The Nues sponsored by the Barrington Cotthcil on compose a ringtone, build an amp, mix coinwood Public Library, 4000 W. Pratt Township Jewish Congregation, 4500 Aging. Registration and prepaymnt chemicals to make gel beads, navigate a Ave., Lincoinwood, free, 847-677-5277 Dempster St, Skokie, free, 847-675-4141 required by calling 847-381-5030. 10:30 robot obstacle course and more. For am. Monday, Barrington Park District, grades six to 12. Noon Saturdays, Evans- Special screening of "Food Preserving Survivor Stories:Ask 235 Lions Drive, Barrington, $5 ton Public Library 1703 Orrington Ave., Patriots":A Midwestern mother Holocaust Survivor Pinchas Gutter any Evanston, free, 847-448-8600 whose son nearly died from contam- question and "natural language" tech- Deerbrook Park Toastmasters mated food embarks on ajourney to nology software will respond as if Pin- Meeting:6:45 p.xì. Monday, Deerfield Ecology Center Winter Market:9 understand the food industry, 10 a.m. chas were in the room. 10:30 am. Sat- Public Library, 920 Waukegan Road, am. Saturdays, Ladd Arboretum, 2024 Saturday, Lincolnwood Public Library, urdays, Illinois Holocaust Museum and Deerfield, free, 847-317-1905 ' McCormick Blvd., Evanston, free, 847- 4000W. Pratt Ave., Lincolnwood, free, Education Center, 9603 Woods Drive, 448-8045 847-677-5277 Skokie, free, 847-967-4800 Turn to Calendar, Next Page CALENDAR 25

Calendar,fromPrevious Page Yarn Gang:Kids in grades one and up Northern Lights Homework Help Movies, Munchies, and More: Flim: are invited to try their hand at knitting, Center (grades 1-8):Thirty-minute "Spy": A comedy about a desk-bound Live Bluegrass, Roots and Folk: The crocheting or other yarn crafts. 4p.m. sessions for homework, reading and CIA analyst who volunteers to go Mudflapps perform. 8 p.m. Monday, Monday, Morton Grove Public Library, math skills provided on a first-come, undercover to infiltrate the world of a The Celtic Knot Public House, 626 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove, free, first-serve basis. 6p.m. Tuesday, Glen- deadly arms dealer and prevent diaboli- Church St., Evanston, free, 847-864-1679 847-965-4220 view Public Library, 1930 Glenview cal global disaster. 11:30 am. Tuesday; Road, Glenview, free, 847-729-7500 Morton Grove Public Library, 6140 Alliance Francalse du North Shore Evening famiiy storytim.:Families Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove, free, 847- Monthly Program:Participate in mod- with children ages 2-6 enjoy stories, LEGO Club (grades 1-2):4p.m. Tues- 965-4220 erated, smaller conversation circles songs and activities. Come in pj's or not. day, Glenview Public Library; 1930 with fellow Members on various pre- 7p.m. Monday, Niles Public Library, Glenview Road, Glenview, free, 847-729- Fremont Writers' Group:Share ideas, selected topics. All fluency levels wel- 6960W Oakton St, Nues, free, 847-663- 7500 get inspired and network at this newly comed. 1p.m. Monday, Glenview Public 1234 formed writers' group. 9:30 am. and Librar 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, Career Counseling Appointments: 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Fremont Public free, 847-328-9516 Babytlme Storytime:This is for ages Consult with a career expert for resume Library, 1170 N. Midlothian Road, Mun- newborn to two years old, with a grown help and job search strategies for any delein, free, 847-918-3225 hoopla, MyMedlaMail and Zlnlo up, to drop in. 11 am. Monday, Niles stage ofone's career. Register by calling. individual Appointments:Call 847- Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St., 9 am. Tuesday, Glenview Public Li- Paiatine Kiwanis MeetingNoon 72 9-7500 Ext. 7o00 for questions, to Nues, free, 847-663-1234 brary, 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, Tuesday; Emmett's Tavern & Brewing register and for appointment locations. free. 847-729-7500 Company, 110 N. Brockway, Palatine, A Glenview Library card is required. 10 Minecraft Monday:Students in grades free, 847-438-4769 a.m. Monday, Glenview Public Library, 3-5 are welcome to register to try their Craft Suppiy Swap:Donate supplies 1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, free hand at this monthly MineCraft Mon- you don't need. Choose from a wide Affordable Care Act informationai day challengr. 4:30 p.m. Monday, Niles variety ofdonated craft supplies and Drop In ( Branch ):Receive help with Rotary Club of Highland Park/High- Public Library, 6960 W. Oakton St, take them home. 10:30 am. Tuesday- questions and registration regarding the wood:11:30 am. Monday, Highland Niles, free, 847-663-1234 Jan. 15, 5 p.m. Jan. 14, Lake Bluff Public Affordable Care Act No registration Park Country Club, 1201 Park Ave. West, Library, 123 E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluft required. 5 p.m. Tuesday, Indian Trails Highland Park, 847-562-1099 Ballroom Dance Ciasses:Basic Class free, 847-234-2540 Public Library District - Branch, 99 E. at 6:45 p.m., Intennediate class at 7:45 Palatine Road, Prospect Heights, free, The Lit. Story of Anne Frank: Histo- p.m. Monday, Bernard Weinger JCC, Tuesday Afternoon Book Club:"The 847-459-4100 rian Jim Gibbons presents the life story 300 Revere Drive, Northbrook, $10 per World Undone" by local author Mary of a young girl of faith, hope and wis- class, 847-757-2227 Driver-Thiel, who will attend. 2:30 p.m. Seminario para ia Certlficacion de dom beyond her years. 7p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Lake BluffPublic Library, 123 Manipulador de Alime:Come to this Lake Bluff Public Library 123 E. Scran- Spoolin Around American Sewing E. Scranton Ave., Lake Bluff free, 847- program and learn everything you need ton Ave., Lake Bluff, free, 847-234-2540 Guild Neighborhood Meeting:7p.m. 234-2540 to know before taking the newly re- Monday; Shorewood Bible Church, quired food handler test. No registration Monday Night AC0A Group:Adult 1900 Hicks Road, Rolling Meadows, Camera Club:Share an interest in is needed. 6 p.m. Tuesday, Indian Trails Children of Alcoholics is a support free, 847-253-0324 photography of any level with program- Public Library District - Branch, 99 E. group for adults who were part of alco- ming that includes speakers, friendly Palatine Road, Prospect Heights, free, holic and other dysfunctional families iPad and iPhone Basics:If you are contests and field trips. 7:30 p.m. Tues- 847-459-4100 while growing up. 7p.m. Monday, St. interested in bringing your own Apple day, Lake Forest Place, 1100 Pembridge Lawrence Episcopal Church, 125w. device, make sure you have activated Drive, Lake Forest, free, 847-744-0610 Great Books Discussion Group:7 Church St., Libertyville, free, 847-362- your iThnes and iCloud accounts. Regis- p.m. Tuesday, Skokie Public Library, 2110 tration is required. 7p.m. Monday, Indi- Rotary Ciub of Long Grove-Kildeer- 5215 Oakton St., Skokie, free, 847-673- an Trails Library District, 355 Schoen- Hawthorn Woods:7:15 am. Tuesday, 1814 Book Discussion: "Station Eieven": beck Road, Wheeling, free, 847-459- The Grove Country Club, 3217 RId, Lake By Emily St. John Mandel. 11 am. Mon- 4100 Zurich, free Chris Hogan Retire inspired Book day, Lincoinwood Public Library 4000 Signing:Come meet Chris Hogan and W. Pratt Ave., Lincolnwood, free, 847- Yu-Gi-Ohi Tournament:Don't have celebrate the launch ofhis new book 677-5277 Tuesday, Jan. 12 your own deck? We've got you covered. "Retire Inspired." noon Tuesday. Barnes Winner will receive a prize. For stu- & Noble Westfield Old Orchard, 55 Old Each meet- CommunIty Service club: dents in grades 5-12. Registration re- Orchard Shop Center East Ring Road, - ing counts for one volunteer hour, Rotary Ciub of Evanston LIght- house:7:15 am. Tuesday, Hilton Gar- quired. 4 p.m. Tuesday, Lincolnwood Skokie, free, 888-227-3223 please bring volunteer sheet to verify Public Library; 4000 W. Pratt Ave., hours. For students grades 6-8. Regis- den Inn Chicago North Shore/Evans- ton, 1818 Maple Ave., Evanston, free Lincolnwood, free, 847-677-5277 DIgital Connections Boot Campi: tration required. 4p.m. Monday, Lin- Learn mouse techniques and basic colnwood Public Library; 4000W. Pratt Make Your Movie with IMovie: Get an computer skills. No computer knowl- Ave., Lincolnwood, free, 847-677-5277 irish music session:7p.m. Tuesday, The Celtic Knot Public House, 626 up-close tutorial in the Digital Media edge is necessary, but registration is Church St., Evanston, free, 847-864-1679 Lab on how to use Apple's iMovie pro- required. 10 am. Tuesday, Indian Trails Knitting Roundtabii:Come work gram to import, edit, and share your Library District, 355 Schoenbeck Road, through knitting projects and socialize Tuesday Morning Music:Garden own movies. Registration is limited to Wheeling, free, 847-459-4100 with fellow knitters. 2 p.m. Monday, four, and Morton Grove residents have Morton Grove Public Library; 6140 visitors can enjoy free hour-long medi- tative musical performances. 10 am. priority; 2 p.m. Tuesday, Morton Grove Barbershop Quartet:Enjoy a wide Lincoln Ave., Morton Grove, free, 847- Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., Mor- variety of songs starting from back in 929-5101 Tuesday, Chicago Botanic Garden, 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, free, 847-835- ton Grove, free, 847-965-4220 1910 up to the 1960s. All music is sung 5440 by the Chordmasters Barbershop Quar- MGPL Kids: Monday Morning Piay- Teen Tech Green Screen Madness: tet. Registration is required. 2 p.m. group:Drop-in play time for pre- Smiie and Rhyme Storytlme for You can be a star in your favorite movie Tuesday, Indian Trails Library District, schoolers to introduce young children with the help ofthe library's new green 355 Schoenbeck Road, Wheeling, free, to the library in a low-key, unstructured ages two and up with aduit: 10:30 a.rn. Tuesday, Heinen's Grocery Store, screen and digital media software. 3:30 847-459-4100 session. 10:30 am. Monday, Morton p.m. Tuesday, Morton Grove Public Grove Public Library, 6140 Lincoln Ave., 1020 Waukegan Road, Glenview, free, 847-729-7500 Library; 6140 Lincoln Ave., Morton Morton Grove, free, 847-929-5102 Grove, free, 847-965-4220 Turn to Calendar, Next Page 26 CALENDAR

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BY NICK BULLOCK Poinsettia Bowl, a number ofGreen Falcons that lost to Pioneer Press localathletes helped theGeorgia Southern 58-27 in Huskies reach the postsea-the GoDaddy BowL Miller Student-athletes from all son. caught one pass in the over the Chicago area made Nazareth Academy's No-garne. their mark on the collegelan Dean was a freshman Western Michigan took footballseason, with atailbackforthe Huskies.care of Middle Tennessee lucky few having the op- Lyons' Tomill)' Fiedler was45-31 in the Bahama Bowl, portunity to play in a bowl a walk-on freshman quarter-with a number of Chicago- game or another postsea-back and started the Mid-area athletes participating. son contest American Conference cham-Fenwick's Robert Spillane Oak Park-River Forest pionship game. Loyola Acad-was a sophomore lineback- OTTO KITSINGER/AP alumnus Jamal Baggettemy's Cody Sullivan was aer for the Broncos. Zach line-Novoseisky, from Steven- Akron safety Jamal Baggett. left, and defensive back Jordan George celebrate after their was a redshirt freshmanredshirt sophomore safety for the Akron foot- backer. Buffalo Grove's Key-son, was a redshirt fresh- win over Utah State in the Famous Idaho Potato Bowl on Dec. 22. ball team that stunned Utah in Tennenbaum was a red-man offensive lineman. State 23-21 in the Famousshirt senior tight end. AndBarringtongraduate Idaho Potato Bowl. Evanston's Maalik ToddJames Kristofwas a senior Highland Park graduate was a redshirt freshman tail-guard. Josh Pollack was a red-back for the Huskies. Aaron Garland, a fresh- It's not justahouse, shirt freshman kicker and Scott Miller, a Barringtonman cornerback from Fen- punter and a member ofalunmus, was a freshmanwick, was a member of the Arizona, which defeatedwideout for the BowlingConnecticut football team it's your home. New Mexico 45-37 in the New Mexico Bowl. Chase Murdock, a Bar- rington graduate, was part It's more than walls and floors.lt's a place to enjoy and share the Toledo defense that with the people you love. Over the years you've filled your shut down Temple in a 32-17 win in the Boca Raton home with memories. Protect what you've worked so hard Bowl. The senior lineback- for with home insurance from COUNTRY FinanciaI. er led the team in total tackles with 11, including a shared tackle-for-loss. Murdock paced the Rock- ets in both solo (51) and COUNTRY assisted tackles (38) this season. JOE SKIPPER/AP Although the NorthernToledo cornerback Juwan Haynes, left, intercepts a fourth- Illinois football team fell toquarter Temple pass as linebacker Chase Murdock also Call u today at Boise State 55-7¡n the supplies coverage in the Boca Raton Bowl on Dec. 22. 1466'COU NTRY to find out more CORRECTIONS The sports article "Top 10 local stories of 2015" in last week's paper incorrectly Policies issued by COUNTRY Mutual stated that former Maine South girls basketball standout Jacqui Grant is redshirting Insurance Company and COUNTRY this season at DePaul. The school announced on Nov. 25 that she was "granted Casualty Insurance Company immediate eligibility by the NCAA based upon the appeal DePaUI submitted." Grant Bloomington, IL. has played in all 10 games since then and made eight starts. The story about Niles North wrestler Cameron Cichowicz that appeared in the Dec. 24 edition misspelled the name ofthe Glenbrook South tournament It's called the Rus Erb Tournament, not the Russ Erb Tournament SPORTS

College,from PreviousPage breakup. Maine South'ston's Colin Castagna was a Matt AMtl was a sopho- freshman defensive end. that fell 16-10 to Marshall in more quarterback. Fresh- Division I Football Bowl the St. Petersburg Bowl. man quarterback LloydSubdivision teams weren't Despite an impressiveYates, sophomore safetythe only squads competing performance by ShnmieTommy Odell and fresh-for trophies. A number of Cobbs Jr.,a sophomoreman offensive lineman Ad- localathletesalso made wideout from Oak Park- am Lemke-Beil are all from headlines for Division II River Forest, the IndianaOak Park-River Forest. Bar-and Division IIIfootball football team fell to Duke, rington'sDaniel Kubiuk programs. 44-41, in overtime in thewas a redshirt freshman Loyola's Charlie Dow- Pinstripe Bowl. Cobbs fin-quarterback. Junior kickerdie, a senior tight end for St. ished with six receptionsand punter Matt MicucciThomas, hauled in three for 121 yards, including aand freshman wideoutcatches for 31 yards and a 55-yard grab. Cameron Green both hailtouchdown in his team's Lake Zurich's Jack Lynn,from Stevenson. 49-35 loss to Mount Union a senior linebacker for Mm- With three area playersin the Sta Bowl Division nesota, recorded four tack-on the roster, Notre DameIII championship. les and i 1/2 tackles-for-loss team fell44-28 to Ohio Fellow Loyola graduates in the Gophers' 21-14 victoryState in the Fiesta Bowl.Mark Dowdie, a freshman against Central Michigan in Lake Forest alumnus Con-linebacker, Eric Bielinski, a the Quick Lane Bowl. Lynnnor Cavalaris was a gradu- senior defensive back, Bi-i- finished the season fourthate student cornerback,an O'Brien, a freshman on the team in total tacklesHinsdale South's Robertlinebacker, and Brendan with 76. Regan was a freshmanMurphy, a junior offensive Jake Elliot, ajunior fromquarterback and Hinsdalelineman, were also on the Lyons, was the kicker on the Central's Jimmy Thomp-team. Barrington graduate Memphis foothall team thatson was a freshman line-David Danhauer was a lost to Auburn 31-10 in thebacker. freshman defensiveline- Birmingham Bowl. Follow- Lake Forest's Bo Deverman for St. Thomas. Liber- r ing one of the more domi-and Hinsdale Central'styville's Nick Rossetti was nant seasons in col1eg foot- Brad Anlauf and Ian Bun- a freshman wide receiver. ball, he was one of threeting were all on the Michi-Maine South's Greg Ebach- finalists for the 2015 Lougan team that defeateder was a sophomore defen- Groza Award for the topFlorida, 41-7, in the Citrussive lineman. Sophomore collegiate placekicker. Bowl. Bunting, a sopho-linebacker Mitchell Zov- Barrington's Brendanmore tight end, caught onemc and sophomore defen- Lowery was a freshmanpass for 17 yards. Dever and sive back Mark Amick long snapper for theAnlauf were both senior both hail from Carmel. Louisville football team thatwide receivers. Northwestern Missouri defeated Texas A&M 27-21 Lake Forest Academytook home the Division II in the Music City Bowl. alumnus Wesley Annan, a crown with a convincing Another Barringtonfreshman defensive tackle,34-7 victory against Shep- alumnus, Dan Volti, was awas on the Stanford teamherd. Mundelein's Emanu- redshirt junior offensive that defeated Iowa, 45-16, in el Jones was a freshman lineman for the Wisconsin the Rose Bowl. running back for the Bear- Badgers that defeated Three local athletes were cats. Southern California 2 3-21 inon Penn State, which fell to Have a suggestion for the the Holiday Bowl. Georgia, 24-17, in the Tax- College Roundup? Email The Michigan State foot- slayer Bowl. Carmel's Joe Nick Bullock at bullockpio- ball team advanced to theBerg was a sophomoreneerpressgmail.com. College Football Playoff and safety Maine South's Bren- fellin the semifinals todan Brosnan was a sopho- Nick Bullock is a freelance Alabama, 38-0, in the Cot-more tackle and Barring- reporter for Pioneer Press. ton Bowl. The Spartans were able to amass 12 wins with the help of senior center Jack Alien and his younger brother Brian, a sophomore guard, who bothare from Hinsdale Central. Matt Morrissey, a redshirt freshman safety graduated from Stevenson. Eight local football players were on listed on the rosterfor Northwestern, which lost to Tennessee, 45-6, in the Outback Bowl. LM OTERO/AP Lyons' Matthew Harris, a Michìgan State linemen Doriavon Clark (76), Jack Allen ADAM HUNGER/GEm IMAGES junior cornerback, record- (66), Brian Allen(65)and Jack Conklin(74)take the field Indiana receiver Simmie Cobbs Jr. stretches for a pass in the end zone during the New Era ed three tackles and a passbefore the CottonBowlagainst Alabama on Dec.31. PinstripeBowlat Yankee Stadium on Dec.26. . . . SPORTS-y Barzowski brothers push each other to succeed BYERic Viva DRiL Pioneer Press

Wrestling is an individual sport by nature, but it's one brothers Jake and Josh Bar- zowski have done together for the better part ofthe last decade. The Barzowskis began wrestling at the same time, while they were stillin elementary school. In the years since, the Park Ridge residents have developed into state-ranked wrestlers at Notre Dame. The Barzowskis, however, are different in many ways. Jake Barzowski, a senior, is ranked No. 5 in Class 3A at 138 pounds by www.illinoismatmen.com. He won a freestyle state championship in the Junior division in May 2015. On the mat, he's lighter, shorter and slightly quicker than his younger brother. He's also a littlebit more laid-back, Notre Dame coach Augie Genovesi said. Josh Barzowski, a junior, is ranked No. 10 at 152 pounds by www.illinoismatmen.com. He won a Greco-Roman state championship in the Cadet division in April 2015. He's a little bit more outgoing than his older brother. Josh Bar- zowski is more willing to razz his teammates, Geno- vesi added. SEAN KING/PIONEER PRESS The Barzowskis are Notre Dames Josh Barzowski. top, wrestles in a 152-pound match against St. Charles East during the Waubonsie Valley Quad Tournamenton Jan. 2 in Aurora. equally competitive, however, especially with one an-ball and baseball, as well as aseach other's primaryof Notre Dame's wrestlers This winter is the third Dame, he said, including 32 other. in video games like Madden. practice partner. compete in the summer,and final season the Bar- as the Dons' head coach. "There's always competi- "Itgets heated' Josh There are days during the Genovesi estimated. zowskis will spend wres- After Genovesi picked up tion between us - olderBarzowski said when asked offseason when Jake and Jake Barzowski's hardtling together at Notrehis 501st victory with a win brother, younger brother -about their games of Mad-Josh Barzowski don't prac-work resulted in a stateDame, but Josh Barzowskiover Niles West later that so we're always pushingden. tice together, Jake Barzow-berth at 138 pounds as ahopes it isn't their last timeday, he was asked what each other," Jake Barzowski But the Barzowski broth- ski said, but those days arejunior. Josh Barzowski was representing the samereaching the personal mile- said. ers' competitiveness is mostrare. his brother's practice part- school. stone meant to him. Josh Barzowski added: evident on the mat. "They've always paidner at the state meet in "I'd like to wrestle at St. "It's nice, but I'd rather "We're very close, but very "They're fun to watch intheir dues' Genovesi said. Champaign last season, butCloud State, where he's go-see these goys [Notre competitive - practice, vid-the [wrestling]room," "They've always wrestled inhe is aiming to join himing," Josh Barzowski said.Dame's wrestlers] have suc- eo games. Anything, really?' Genovesi said. "Sometimesthe spring and summer. downstate this year. Jake"That would be awesome?' cess, because that's what it's Jake Barzowski is a twin we have to separate them inThey both worked their Barzowski's year-end goal is all about," Genovesi said. - the Barzowskis' sister,the room because they'llbutts off." to win a state champi-Genovesi reaches "It's more about them than Taylor, is a senior at Maine cheap shot each other and Jake and Josh Barzow- onship, he said. itis about anything else. South - but he tried tothey'll take it to the nextski's work ethic has set an Jake Barzowski's hard500 That's why you keep on outdo his younger brother[level]....But they respectexcellent example at Notrework paid off again, prior to Notre Dame's victory[coachin." much more often than Tay- each other. They really do." Dame, Genovesi added, be- his senior season, when heover Waubonsie Valley on lor Barzowski, growing up. Because the Barzowskis cause the Dons' other wres- committed toSt.CloudJan. 2 was the 500th win ofEric Van Dril is a freelance Jake and Josh Barzowski began wrestling at the sametiers have seen the benefits (Minn.) State. The HuskiesGenovesi's career as a headreporterfor Pioneer Press. tried to get the better of one time and have improved atof wrestling in the springare the defending Divisioncoach. Genovesi has spent another in sports like foot-similar rates, they've servedand the summer. About halfII national champions. 38 years coaching at Notre Twitter @VarDrilSports SPORTS 35 pr-.

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STATUS REPORT for the holidays and returned Contending home with a tournament title. Evanston GIRLS BASKETBALL Loyola finished first at the Red The Wildkits (13-3) went 3-1 Mountain Holiday Classicin and finished fifth at Montini's Mesa, Mir., with its 33-29 win 16-team tournament, arguably the Where do area teams stand at the start of 2016? over Orange Lutheran (Calif.) on best one in the state, proving they Dec.31. Loyola is led by senior forward have what it takes to contend for BY MATT HARNESS IPioneer Press championships later this season. Liz Satter, an all-tournament se- Evanston last won a sectional lection. Satter is averaging a dou- title in 2013 and the school made Wíth the flip of the calendar to 2016, Pioneer Press sports reporter Matt Harness takes a look at the status ble-double. The most impressive part of the its lone appearance at the state of area girls basketball teams as they approach the midpoint of the season. tournament in 1991. The Wíldkits Ramblers sofar,according to are at the Class 4A New Ther He broke the teams down into three groups - contending for a sectional title, competing for a regional Loyola coach Jeremy Schoeneck- Sectional, along with the host title and regrouping. Teams are listed alphabetically in each category er, has been their play on defense. Trevians, Glenbrook South and "We are really getting after it Loyola. defensively,"saidSchoenecker, Glenbrook South North's tournament on Dec. 26. Steve Weissenstein. one on the floor is an excellentwhose team generally plays man. Senior forward Caitlin Morri- Morrison and Weinman are But Weissenstein said the Titans'ball-handler and passer, and we"We are limiting teams to one son, junior guard Carie Weinmanleading the way on the offensivesuccess is the result of a team effort.don't turn the ball over very shot, which is good for us because and senior forward Sarah Mc-end, while McDonagh isthe "One reason we are playing somuch." we aren't that tall." Donagh carried the Titans (14-2)team's lockdown defender,ac- well is that we do a great job of Loyola to the championship at Wheatoncording to Glenbrook South coachhandling the ball," he said. "Every- The Ramblers (9-4) hit the road Turn to Girls, Next Page 36 SPORTS

Girls, from Previous Page Regrouping South games closer in 2016 than they did in 2015 when they lost all New Trier Glenbrook North three by an average of27.7 points. It's Redbird Arena or bust for the Now that the Spartans (4-16) North Shore Country Day Trevians. have a full roster of healthy - The Raiders ended 2015 on a After taking third lii Class 4A last players, they should be moretwo-game winning streak, but season, New Ther has the look of a competitive in the second halfthey didn't play a tournament over team that can get back to the stateof the season, according tothe break. Rust could be an issue tournament The Trevians (14-3)Glenbrook North coach Dan-for a team that hasn't played since 'o captured the championship at Dun- ielle Fluee. Dec. 17. North Shore was sched- dee- Crown's tournament to punctu- Senior forward Miranda We- uled to play on Jan. 5. ate a 13-day stretch in which theyber became a force on the floor Regina played eight games. in December, averaging double Kerly Durham is high on her "It's been a lot of basketball," New figures in points and rebounds,team, but the Panthers, who have Ther coach Ten Rodgers said afterFluee said. no seniors on the varsity roster, her team's 58-42 win over Stevenson "We are starting to hit ourmight be a season away from on Dec. 30. "I'm proud of our kids stride' Fluee said. "We wantbecoming a player in the postsea- I and our coaching stafE [The] playersto build on what we haveson. really learned over this break, and started to see over the past two Ridgewood they didn't get tired. They kept with weeks and continue competing According to coach Amanda it" at that level." Timothy, the Rebels (6-8) are A concern for the Trevians, Niles North playing their best basketball of the though,isthe health of senior Senior guard Olivia Schapsseason heading into the new year. starting point guard Haley Greer, a and senior guard/forward Ridgewood, behind the strong Colgate recruit who missed the final Stephanie Donado - both ofplay of senior forward Lexie five games of 2015 with aback injury whom arefour-yearvarsityCrottwent 3-1 at the Guerin Rodgers didn't put a timetable onplayers - are back from lastYuletide Classic and took third her return. But senior Autumn Kalis year's team that won the Cen- place. Crotty was named to the played well at the point in hertral Suburban North champi- all-tournament team. Juniors absence, earning all-tournamentonship; however, the VikingsFrankie Annunzio, Katherine honors at Dundee-Crown. have relinquished the top spotRasche and Catherine Spanola "We will keep her out until she Maine West beat Niles North also have been factors this season, feels 100 percent," Rodgers said of 62-39 on Dec. 11 in Des Plaines. Timothy said. Greer. Niles West The Wolves will do well to [email protected] Competing keep their Central Suburban Twitter @harnessp reps Maine East The Blue Demons (10-5) enter 2016 with designs on winning the Central Suburban North championship for second time in three years. They already are in the hunt at 3-1 in the conference. Their lone loss was a 63-50 defeat to league-leading Maine West, a game the Blue Demons were winning by eight points late in the third quarter. The two teams play again Jan. 22 in Des - Plaines. "It was a good first half, and we are happy with what we are doing," Maine East coach Karol Hanusiak said. "Hopefuily, we will continue to play hard. But more importantly, we want to be able to sustain leads that we have and finish games. We want to finish what we start" Maine South Despite the disappointing 14th- place finish at Dundee-Crown's 16- team tournament, the Hawks still control their own outcome in the Central Suburban South. Maine South (8-7, 3-1) already have a win over Glenbrook South and travel to play 4-0 New Ther on Jan. 8. Maine South, which has four players who started on last season's team that won a regional title,will host a JERRY DALIEGE/PUONEEP PRESS TRACY ALLEN/PIONEER PRESS regional as part of New Ther's Ridgewood's Monica Zygula and Katherine Rasche(24)defend Timo- In this Feb.19, 2015,photo, Loyola's Liz Satter goes up for a shot in the sectional. thy Christian's Nicole Terpstra on Dec.18 in Eimhurst. Maine West Regional final in Des Plaines. SPORTS STATUS REPORT BOYS BAS KETBAL L Sorting out area teams at the O start of 2016 o'

BY ERIC V*ij DIUL Pioneer Press Now that the holiday tourna- ments have wrapped up, Pioneer Press freelance sports reporter Eric Van Dril looks at the area's boys basketball teams as they near the midway point of the 2015-16 season. The contending teams are the three most likely to win a sectionaltitle. The competing teams are just that - squads that are competitive within their conference, and could challenge for a regional title later this year. Contending Evanston The deep, talented Wildkits are the favorites to win the Class 4A Glenbrook South Sectional. Ev- anston, which is 10-2 overall and 3-0 in the Central Suburban South entering the week, is tied atop the conference standings with Maine South. The two teams are sched- uled to meet on Thursday, Jan. 14, in Evanston. During winter break, the Wildkits went 3-1 to finish in fifth at the King of the Bluegrass Holiday Classic. Arguably their most impressive victory in Ken- tucky was a 77-75 win in overtime against Miami (Florida) Senior. The Stingarees led by 13 points in the fourth quarter, but Evanston came back and senior Malik Jenk- ins sent the game to overtime with TRAcY ALLEN/PIONEER PRESS a 3-pointer at the buzzer. Evanston's Malik jenkins drives past New Trier's Colin Winchester on Dec.16 in Evanston. Notre Dame One of the most memorable hoop, to hand the bons their firstcompetition to win a sectionaloverall and 3-0 in the Centralscored the game-winner at the moments of the season thus farEast Suburban Catholic loss intitle, host Manan Catholic and St. Suburban South entering thebuzzer for the Hawks in their was when St. Patrick junior Jalenmore than a year.Still, NotreViator on consecutive Fridayweek, has used its disciplined,48-46 victory over defending Nelson made a game-winning Dame (11-2, 1-1 entering the week)nights in February The Spartans, patient, defensive style to remain a Class 4A state champion Steven- 3-pointer at the buzzer againstis in position to repeat as confer-Lions and St. Patrick are all 2-0 in sectional title contender. Centerson in the third-place game at the Notre Dame on Friday, Dec. 18, in ence champions. The Dons, whoconference. Brad Perry and guard Jon ArenasHinsdale Central Holiday Classic. Niles. Nelson's shot hit the frontwon the Wheeling Hardwood Maine South have both been outstanding rim, bounced up, then fell into the Classic and are Evanston's biest Maine South, which is11-2 throughout theseason.Perry Turn to Boys, Next Page .

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Boys, from Previous Page ment record with nine madenicki hit a game-winning 3-point- 3-pointers. er against Elmwood Park in Metro Competing Glenbrook South Suburban East play. That shot While Glenbrook South en- kept the Rebels (6-6, 2-1 entering Maine East tered the week 5-7 overall and 1-2 the week) one loss behind Chi- One of the area's biggest sur-in the Central Suburban South, a cago Christian (12-2, 4-0). prises, the Blue Demons enteredthird-place finish in the confer- North Shore Country Day 2016 with a 9-2 record and a 2-1ence is within reach. The Titans, Prior to the 2015-16 season, mark in the Central Suburbanwho are led by the trio of Jimcoach Rashid Smith said he envi- North. Their two losses were aMartinelli, Dan Jenkins and Mattsioned the Raiders finishing 53-50 defeat to conference front-Giannakopoulos, have already de-around the middle of the Inde- runner Deerfield, and a 49-37 lossfeated New Ther in a nonconfer-pendent School League. That's to Brother Rice in the Lutherence game and Niles West . in a where North Shore (7-4, 1-2) is North Holiday Tournament'sconference game. entering this week. U-High and championship game. New Trier Parker currently lead the confer- "We're a new Maine East team," The Trevians finished 1-2 at the ence at 2-O. senior point guard Milan GroverProviso West Tournamentin- Northridge said earlier this year. cluding a 25-point victory over The Knights' overall record Niles North Von Steuben on Wednesday, Dec. took a hit at the Glenbard West The Vikings had two narrow30. Colin Winchester has bbs-Tournament, with losses to Wil- losses - a two-point defeatsomed into a versatile, reliable bowbrook, St. Francis and unde- against Nues West and a one-pointscorer for New Trier. The 6-foot-6 feated Glenbard West. Northridge loss to Maine East - prior to thesenior forward led the Trevians, lost the three games by a com- Wheeling Hardwood Classic,who enter the week 6-8 overall bined 43 points. Northridge began where they went 2-2. Niles North, and 1-2 in the Central Suburban this week in fourth place in the 9-4 overall and 2-1 in the Central South, in scoring in two of their Independent School League, after Suburban North entering thethree games at Proviso West. replacing four starters from a week, fell 62-55 to Deerfield in the Ridgewood team that advanced to a Class 2A fifth-place game at Wheeling. The Zac Rzewnicki has been thesectional final last season. The teams will meet again on Friday,Rebels' clear-cut No. i scoringKnights are 4-7 overall and 1-i in Jan. 8, in a crucial conferenceoption this year. The junior was conference. game in Skokie. named to the all-tournament team Glenbrook North at the Chuck Dayton HolidayEric Van Dril is a freelance reporter The Spartans, who are 8-4Tournament, where Ridgewoodfor Pioneer Press. overall,finishedsixthatthe went 2-2 and finished seventh. For Chuck Dayton Holiday Tourna-the second year in a row, Rzew- Twitter @VanDrilsports ment in DeKaib. The next two Friday nights will be very important for Glenbrook North, as it travels to Maine East on Jan. 8 and plays at Niles North on Jan. 15. The Spartans, Blue Demons and Vikings enter the week 2-1 in the Central Suburban North, and are chasing 3-O Deerfield. Loyola The Ramblers (7-8) went O-4 at the VisitMesa.com Basketball Challenge in Arizona. They've proved they can play against some of Illinois' better teams, however. Loyola beat Lake Forest by two, lost at the buzzer to Maine South and hung with defending Class 3A state champion St. Joseph before losing by seven points. Niles West The Wolves, who are 5-8 overall and O-3 in the Central Sub- urban South entering the week, haven't lived up to their preseason expectations - they were ranked No. 22 by the Chicago Sun-Times at the start of the season - yet there is reason to be optimistic as they enter the second half. Niles West lost to a talented Oak Park- River Forest squad 75-71 in overtime at the Pontiac Holiday Tour- ROB HART/CHICAGO TRIBUNE nament. The Wolves then beat BRIAN OMAHONEY/PIONEEP PRESS Maine South's Brad Perry(42)puts back a rebound against Crespi Warren 51-47as junior guard Glenbrook South's Dan Jenkins(20)puts up a shot over Libertyville's Carmelite (Calif.) in the Hinsdale Central Holiday Classic semifinal Octavius Parker II set a tourna- Ben Kimpler on Dec.21at the Wheeling Hardwood Classic. game on Dec. 29. SPORTS (';' 39

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