WE MOVED TO A NEW LOCATION. at 3506 S. HALSTED ST. - Stop By and See Us!

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1 WE MOVED TO A NEW LOCATION at 3506 S. HALSTED ST. - Stop By and See Us! BRIDGEPORT NEWS EXTRA-EXTRA-EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT The Bridgeport News Has Gone Worldwide See the Bridgeport News in its entirety by visiting our website at: Be sure and tell all of your out of town relatives, friends, or that special loved one serving in the armed services. VOLUME 71 - NO. 33 TO OUR READERS EDITORIAL POLICY 3506 S. HALSTED ST. FAX: CHICAGO, IL THE MAN WHO ADVERTISES HIS BUSINESS...HAS ONE GOOD CIRCULATION MEANS MORE READERS, MEANS BETTER RESULTS! CIRCULATION 25,300 VIEW CURRENT ISSUE AT A N ON -PARTISAN I NDEPENDENT N EWSPAPER S ERVING B RIDGEPORT, C ANARYVILLE, A RMOUR S QUARE, C HINATOWN, M C K INLEY PARK AND B RIGHTON PARK O VER 70 Y EARS! Free Home Delivery 20 at Stores & Newsstands J. Racinowski, Editor/Manager St. Barbara School Receives Award St. Barbara students are generous and giving in nature. For the past thirty years, St. Barbara School has ranked in the top ten of all archdiocesan schools in contributions to the Holy Childhood Assoc. The school year was no exception. On February 4, Ms. Maureen Colin from the local mission office was present at the children s Friday liturgy to present the school with a 2nd place plaque. Mission coordinator & fourth grade teacher, Mrs. LoPiccolo, along with two students accepted the plaque on behalf of the school. Contributions to the Holy Childhood Association help children in countries served by missionaries and help fund schools as well as medical and living needs of the people. Congratulations St. Barbara students! Mrs. LoPiccolo and students receive the 2nd place plaque from Ms. Maureen Colin. The Possibility Playhouse The Possibility Playhouse will be hosting a music and comedy open mic night on Thursday nights in March (3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24) at The First Trinity Community Center, 643 W. 31st St. Sign-up at 7pm, Performance at 7:15pm. Open to individuals, groups and bands. Get up on stage and show us your talent! No charge for performers, suggested donation 5 for audience members. On Thursday, March 10, The Open Mic Night will begin at 8pm following a very special Laughter Yoga session at 7pm. Laughter Yoga is easy and beneficial for everyone and the session is free. Check out LaughterYoga.org for more information. The Luck of the Irish be with ya this month as we help you save your green and your gold our weekly craft night for adults every Tuesday at 7pm will be free all month long! For more information, visit PossibilityPlayhouse.com or call Santa Lucia School Congratulates 8th Graders! The Santa Lucia Community is very proud to announce that the 8th grade class have received their High School announcement letters! Each student was accepted into the school of their choice, which is fantastic news! Student Brianna Jorgenson scored in the 88th percentile on the De La Salle Institute entrance exam and was given a Presidential Scholarship, which can be renewable each year. Carla Salvato was accepted into St. Ignatius High School, Alexander Rodriguz got into Brother Rice High School and Ruby Negrete will be attending Mother McAuley High School. All other students will be attending DeLaSalle Institute! Congratulations to the High School Class of 2015! Pictured are 8th grade students showing their high school acceptance letters! Prijatelji Tamburitza Orchestra Annual Concert The Prijatelji Tamburitza Orchestra, directed by John Gornick, will present their annual concert on Saturday, March 12, at 5:00 P.M. sharp. The concert will be held at Argo Community High School, 7329 W. 63rd St., Summit, IL. Soloists are Joan Sipich and Joe Gornick. The Graniari Orchestra of Milwaukee, Wisconsin will also perform as special guests. Dinner and dancing to the Sinovi Tamburitza Orchestra will follow at the V.F.W. Hall Post 6863, located at 7256 W. 63rd. If you enjoy music with a European influence you will enjoy this concert. The 21 member tamburitza orchestra consists of all string instruments including violins, cello, viola, base, guitar, brac, prim and bugarija. Concert tickets are 15 each; dinner tickets are 25 each (cash bar). Call Joan Sipich for tickets: Corned Beef & Cabbage Day at Holy Cross Holy Cross Evangelical Lutheran Church welcomes you on Sunday, Mar. 13th, 2011 to attend our Corned Beef & Cabbage dinner catered by Chicago's very own MGM catering. Our dinner begins at Noon after our family worship service at 10:30 am. We will be serving those hot and delicious St. Patty's day favorites till 2:30 pm. Enjoy the Irish music and festivities and check out our amazing raffles. We will also have a wonderful assortment of beautifully decorated Irish themed cakes for sale. Tickets are for adults and just 6.00 for children 12 and under. We are located at 3116 S. Racine Ave. and dinner will be served in our assembly hall. If you would like to make a reservation a group or would like additional information about our event ypu can call the church office at We hope to see you there, you'll have a blarney good time! FOR AD INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: WEDNESDAY MARCH 2, 2011 Bridgeport Catholic Academy Highlights Last month, approximately 30 students from Grades 1 through 8 joined the Chess Club. The Chess Club is sponsored by a special Big Shoulder Fund grant. This class is being conducted by Dr. Mikhail Korenman, a chess master, with many years of experience. Research has shown that children who play chess regularly achieve above average academic results. It has also been noted that chess players have the ability to be better critical thinkers. Many of the students along with several parent chaperones traveled in January to a chess tournament with over 125 students to Lemont. All the students were awarded medals. Nick Zepeda Grade 6 and Jacob Earley Grade 3 both received 4th place trophies in their division. Dr. Korenman stated, It was a competition, sport and educational experience all at once. It was a wonderful experience for all involved. Pictured: Front row: Carmine Giso, Aolani Cano, Blessing Lockwood, Olivia Gonzalez, Cassandra Diaz, Elwyn Geisert, Sarah Thynne, Angelina Duan, Colin Carpenter. Second row, Brandon Miller, Ian Johns, Adan Leyva, Lottie Tkachuk, Brad Bingham, Perry Chong, Danny LiFonti, Jacob Lackner, Kristan Rokita, Jacob Early, Marcos Cuzco, Eric Johns, Gary Chong. Back row: Dr. Korenman, Anthony Garcia, Genesis Ramirez, Nick Rokita, Nick Zepeda, Robert Molloy. The Artists of East Bank J. Feldman, Publisher 3506 S. Halsted St Chicago, IL Happy Birthday Chicago March 4, Years Strong! Bundle of Joy Vision Becomes Reality: An Inspiration Based Art Show Join the 28 Artists of East Bank and invited guest artists on Friday, March 4, for their Opening Reception of Vision Becomes Reality a unique exhibit showcasing the entire art creation process from start to finish. Sketches, photographs and written testimony will compliment the finished artwork by transporting the viewer into the minds of the artists and bring them along through every creative step, from initial moments of inspiration to final product. The reception will take place from 6-10pm at the Bridgeport Art Center, 1200 West 35th Street, in the former Spiegel Catalog Warehouse that overlooks the south branch of the Chicago River. The exhibit will be on display throughout the month of March. Free Parking is available on the north side of the building off of Racine. For more information, call or visit Wilson C.C. Editorial material is published at the sole discretion of the editor and on a space available basis. There is a charge for some editorials such as fundraising events and they must be paid for in advance. Please call for pricing and further details: Paul & Sharon Carrano would like to announce the arrival of their 10th grandchild, Mason Alexander Carrano. Mason was born on January 18th, 2011 at 2:14pm, weighing in at 7 lbs. 12 oz. and measuring 21 inches long. Congratulations to Mike and Vanessa and big brothers Michael and Matthew. 11th Ward Varsity Basketball Champs The 11th Ward recently sponsored the annual Grammar School Basketball Tournament for grades 5th through 8th at McGuane Park, located at 2901 S. Poplar. Cook County Commissioner John P. Daley and Alderman James A. Balcer are pleased to announce the following winners from varsity division. Varsity: 1st Place St. Gabriel, 2nd Place Holden Hawks, 3rd Place Evergreen Academy Middle School Tigers, 4th Place Healy. J. McNamara of St. Gabriel was named the Most Valuable Player of the varsity division. We are grateful to the parents and coaches who assisted the children during the tournament. In addition, we thank the Chicago Park District staff for their efforts and cooperation, said Commissioner Daley. Nativity s Adoration & Benediction Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Church, located at 37th & Union, hosts EuWilson Community Center, located 3225 S. Racine, had its Valentine s Day ac- charistic Adoration & Benetivities on February 8th with our Family craft day and on February 9th with our dication every FIRST FRIMoms, Pops & Tots class. A fun time was had by all. For information about the DAY of the month from 6 upcoming events and park activities stop in or call :00 p.m. That's THIS Friday. First Lutheran Church of the Trinity Come enjoy an hour of First Lutheran Church of the Trinity invites you to join us in worship this Sunday peace and quiet prayer beas we celebrate Transfiguration Sunday, March 6, at 10:30am, as we begin our tran- fore the Blessed Sacrament sition into the season of Lent with a traditional ceremony of "burying the Alleluia" in our historic church. All until Easter. are welcome to join us... Join us also, this coming Wednesday, March 9, 6AM through 6PM, for the Impo- even for ten minutes, a half sition of the Ashes in our Community Center Chapel (to the west of the sanctuary). hour, hour...whatever your All are welcome to receive ashes, regardless of denominational background or af- schedule permits! filiation. You are also most welash Wednesday will conclude with an evening worship service, beginning at 7pm, come to worship with us on which will also include a time to receive ashes, for any who were not able to receive weekends. Masses are ofearlier in the day. fered at 5:00p.m. on SaturThroughout Lent, join First Trinity (643 W. 31st St.) and our sister church Christ days in our historic church the Mediator (3100 S. Calumet) for our annual soup suppers, followed by evening and Sundays at 8:00a.m, in prayer. March 16, 6PM, will be hosted at Christ the Mediator; 3/23, 6PM at Trinity; our handicapped accessible 3/30 at Mediator; 4/6 at Trinity; and 4/13 at Mediator. All are welcome to attend for chapel, 11:00a.m. in the food, study, fellowship and prayer. church, and 5:00p.m. in the Both First Trinity and Christ the Mediator are congregations of the Evangelical chapel. For more informalutheran Church in America and extend a deep welcome to all people. Get updates tion, visit our website at about First Trinity by friending us at facebook.com/first.trinity.chicago. 1st Place Varsity St. Gabriel Team: Joe Bossard, Jimmy Falk, Tim Mayo, Matt McBroom, Jimmy McNamara, Tyler Qualls and Coach Roger Falk. 2nd Place Varsity Holden Hawks: Tyshun Anderson, Aurelio Breceda, Eric Gonzalez, Giovany Juarez, Zhi Jie Li, David Partida, Adam Schueler, Holiday Stearn, Rafal Szacilowski, Malik Tate, Adrian Teran, Coach Joe Fuentes and Coach Tom Chiarito.

2 Page 2 - BRIDGEPORT NEWS THE MAN WHO ADVERTISES HIS BUSINESS HAS ONE Bridgeport Catholic Academy Open House Bridgeport Catholic Academy, located at 3700 S. Lowe will host an Open House for the school year on Wednesday, March 16, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The school has provided the very best in Catholic education for generations of families in a small, caring community. The school has accreditations from the State of Illinois and the Archdiocese of Chicago. Our motto is Learn to Love - Love to Learn! Our school is Catholic. We believe that all children should develop a sense of justice, compassion and love. Our students attend weekly school masses and family masses are held throughout the year. There are many service opportunities to help others. A dedicated staff emphasizes the importance of becoming life- long learners. This year our school began using the Promethean White Board System. This is a state of the art program that makes available over 100,000 different subject lessons. This technology will prepare our students for the demands of the 2lst Century. However, our school recognizes the need for a strong core curriculum of basic subjects. In addition to these basic areas, special classes include Spanish, Physical Ed and computers. The fine arts program include: weekly art and music classes, band instruction and a children's choir. A student musical concert, the children's choir and fine arts performances are held throughout the school year. The Pre-Kindergarten program is open to 3 and 4 year olds. Our Pre-Kindergarten program introduces basic skills through hands on activities and social interaction. These teachers have Illinois State Teacher certificates in Early Childhood Education. A child must turn three or four before September 1. Parents may choose either a morning session or a full day sessions. The Title 1 Tutoring Program is available, as well as a school counselor. There are numerous extracurricular activities. A before and after school care program is provided for those parents, who need extended care for their children. There is a comprehensive sports program. An onsite gym provides a wide variety of athletic programs, which includes basketball, football, volleyball and cheerleading. There are tournaments for basketball and volleyball. For more information about Bridgeport Catholic Academy please call our principal, Mrs. Lillian Buckley at for a personal tour. Bridgeport Location 3454 S. Halsted St Bring in this ad or call to schedule a Complimentary Injury Evaluation Ortho hopedic Rehabilitatio ion - Industrial Rehabilitatio ion - Sports Medicine Orthot otics - Bike Fits - Running Analy nalysis Putting Patients First c eratedrehab.co REHAB ( ) ) McClellan School Honor Roll These students of McClellan School made the 2nd Marking Period Honor Roll List: Room Honor Roll A's & B's: Reeanna Nyden and Mackenzie Dicharia. Room Honor Roll A's & B's: Kyra Wilson. Room Kindergarten students who have excellent work: Davonte Weathersby, Keiran Bard, Julia O Connor, Alayna Yeo, Kamirah Park, Joshua Tsang and Cameron Aguirre. Room Honor Roll All A's: Christian Gamez A's & B's Jacquelyn Huizar and Oscar Munoz. Room Honor Roll A's & B's: David O'Connor and Nadia Brogan. Room Honor Roll All A's: Irene Crespo, Nathan Garner, Laura Pratt, Trinity Rios, Rakeisha Wade; A's & B's: Destiny Counce, Lizeth Mendez and Emily Spicka. Room Honor Roll All A's: Krystian Rodriguez; A's & B's: Santos Hernandez. Room Honor Roll A's & B's: Aodhan Bard, Kyla Willis, John Spicka, Stephanie Huizar, Hailey Casares, Anastasia Rodriguez, Enrique Lopez, Robert Montalto and Jacqueline Collazo. Room Honor Roll A's & B's: Abigail Garner and Justin Lopez Room Honor Roll A's & B's: Afzel Munir, Ja'shawn Muhammad, Hailey Taylor, Jonathan Noffsinger, Josephine Kolep and Susan Ceballos. Bridgeport Catholic Academy Highlights During their lunch time, 20 seventh and eighth grade students participate in a weekly "Book Club", with their moderator, Mrs. Sharon Zapata. The students have discussed over 10 books and selections over the last two years. At present, the students are reading A Tree Grows in Brooklyn. The students enjoy the opportunity to discuss great literature, share ideas and insights and work together to become better readers. The students feel that this club is a great preparation for high school. Pictured: Bridgeport Catholic Academy's seventh and eighth grade "Book Club" along with their moderator, Mrs. Sharon Zapata. Armour School 2nd Quarter Honor Roll Congratulations to all of those who made the Armour School Honor Roll. Grade 1: B Honor Roll: Leslie Luna, Ashley Morales, Christian Mendoza, Mercedes McHale, Gerardo Cortina, Yanely Ochoa. Grade 2: B Honor Roll: Mirriccal Clark, Destiny Davis, Jessica Diaz, Layla Dulaitis, Jesus Escobedo, Irene Esparza, Amir Farrell, Caitlyn Guevara, Fatima Hsouna, Fernando Luna, Xavier Medina, Lynda Ochoa, Daniela Ortega, Hector Rodriguez, Sophia Zuniga. Grade 3: B Honor Roll: Carla Ballesteros, Jaymillia Broker, Juan Mendoza, Alexis Perez, Aura Perez, Xenia Rodríguez, Victoria Salazar. Grade 4: B Honor Roll: Elizabeth Benitez, Gloria Esquivel, Lydia Medina, Weiwen Ou, Brian Ramirez, Michelle Rodriguez, Deja Steffens. Grade 5: B Honor Roll: Carlos Huerta, Shamel Lesley, Erick Uriostegui. Grade 6: B Honor Roll: Katia Benitez, Desiree Carlos, Mariyah Carlos, Ramon Diaz, Alejandro Esquivel, Jamilette Guevara, Keith Nelson, Christian Ochoa, Jennifer Rodríguez. Grade 7: A Honor Roll: Marybel Delreal, Denise Estrada. B Honor Roll: Marisol Murillo, Alexandria Sanchez. Grade 8: B Honor Roll: Maria Hernandez. Your diamonds are not in far distant mountains or in yonder seas; they are in your own back yard, if you but dig for them. Russell H. Conwell Armour School News Illinois Tech Students Love Bridgeport Illinois Tech s IPRO 364, an inter-professional project team of students, is planning to restore life to the Ramova Theater on 35th and Halsted. In the 1930 s & 1940 s, the Ramova Theater was once a popular entertainment venue in Bridgeport. It was closed down in 1986 & became the property of the City of Chicago in Currently, the Ramova Theater is vacant and provides an opportunity for growth in the Bridgeport community. IPRO is a course offered at Illinois Institute of Technology. It s focus is to provide a team-based environment for students to learn with peers from various disciplines and specialties. The project purpose of IPRO 364 is to work with their community partner, Save the Ramova Organization, to provide a feasibility study & help procure financial and community support for the renovation of the Ramova. The IPRO team anticipates inspiration for future investments and developments in Bridgeport once the theater is renovated. As part of IPRO 364 s research, they have created an online survey. If you are interested in saving the Ramova Theater, please take the time to fill out a short survey. The survey is part of IPRO 364 s effort to understand the needs and concerns of the Bridgeport community. IPRO 364 Survey Link: key.com/s/ramovation. NLEI Career Fair 2011 The National Latino Education Institute, formerly Spanish Coalition for Jobs will be hosting their Career & Resource Expo on April 7, 2011 at 2011 W. Pershing Road (39th & Damen) from 9:00am - 1:00pm. Open to the community and free parking is available. Remember to bring your resume & dress for success Excellent opportunity for business professionals, community residents, high school graduates and college graduates looking to network with prospective employers, make your first impression with employers and get your first impression of a prospective employer. Call to register at ext Must be 18 years and older to attend. CLASSIFIED DEADLINE IS TUESDAY AT 12 NOON GENERAL DENTISTRY DR. STEVEN E. ARNSTEIN 3303 South Halsted St. Suite 207 in the Knapp Medical Building Denture repair while you wait. Most insurance accepted. Senior citizen discount Phone FAMILY LAW Kathleen M. Walsh Attorney at Law, protecting men & women in matters of divorce, custody, visitation,support, paternity, real estate, probate and wills FREE CONSULTATION WITH THIS AD W. Ogden Lyons, IL. (15 min. from Bridgeport at Ogden and Harlem) On Monday January 31, 2011, Armour School 5th graders entertained students and parents in a lip-synched version of the opera, The Barber of Seville. Students have been working in partnership arranged by the Chicago Community in Schools with the Lyric Opera of Chicago. Students learned about the art of opera, its rich heritage and unique stage appeal. 5th graders painted sets, built prop instruments and practiced for the grand performance. Give The Gift of Literacy! Bring in the new year by giving the gift of literacy to a non-english speaking adult! The Aquinas Literacy Center has a long waiting list of adult learners and great need for tutors. Volunteerone-on-one for just 90 minutes a week to truly change the trajectory of someone's life! You will become a certified English as a Second Language tutor. Certification is provided by the Aquinas Literacy Center and Pro-Literacy America. The next new tutor certification workshop is Fri., March 11, 6:00pm to 9:00 pm and Sat., March 12, 2011, 9:00am to 3:00pm. This workshop is fast approaching! For more information, contact Adam at or aquinasoutreach@aol.com.

3 THE MAN WHO ADVERTISES HIS BUSINESS HAS ONE & &!% ' " #( Bridgeport community resident and De La Salle student, Alexandra Kavalauskas, will be participating in the 11th annual Chicago Polar Plunge. The Plunge which w i l l take place this SUNDAY, March 6th, at North Avenue Beach. This is the 2nd time I have plunged & it's a lot of f u n for such a great cause. I'm grateful for all the support from family and friends, said Alexandra. We a re v e ry p roud of Alexandra & her spirit & the support she continues to show for Special Olympics, said James Skinney Sheahan, President of Chicago Special Olympics. The Polar Plunge is our largest annual fundraising event and its success is due to community support and participation. Bridgeport residents have participated at the event ever since the beginning and we are grateful for their support. More than 1,500 people participated at last year's event. It's not too late to join in the fun and register. Prizes will be awarded for most funds raised by the top 3 individuals, largest team, best 3 costumes and team raising the most funds. Registration will take place all the way up to the morning of the event. The first wave of plungers take to the water at 10:00 am and the Melt Down party takes place in a large heated tent from 11:00am-2:00 pm. Parking is available at Lincoln Park Zoo. To make a donation to Alexandra's efforts visit or call Special Children's Charities at Automotive Classes for Senior Citizens!! 9 )8 3&.% 4 /54 7)&. 8/5 ". #2.( 4. 4/ 8/52 '"-,8 +&7&,&2 3.& "4) &7&,28.352& ' 4 )"3 6",5& #2.( 4. '/2 " "002"3", & "2& ",3/ #58.( 3,6&2 /.3 ".415& 7"4)&3 -/2& ",34&% 4 Canaryville Library Open House at St. Jerome School on Monday, March 7th 11th Annual Chicago Polar Plunge Benefitting The Special Olympics Automotive Classes for Senior Citizens (55 and older) will be held at West Lawn Park at 4233 West 65th St. Classes will meet on Fridays from 1:00 P.M. 4:00 P.M. The starting date for these classes is April 1st Registration Fee The Fee entitles Seniors to bring in their cars for a checkup to make sure they are ready for the upcoming summer driving season. The brakes, charging system, cooling system, airconditioning, tires, belts and the computer system will all be checked out. For further information please call the West Lawn Park Automotive Garage, or EDITORIAL DEADLINE IS NOON ON FRIDAY The staff of the Canaryville Branch of the Chicago Public Library, 642 West 43rd Street, invites neighborhood children & parents to our Family Fun Night, TONIGHT, March 2nd at 6:00 p.m. Neighborhood children are invited to Preschool Story Time this Thursday, March 3rd at 12:00 p.m. There will be stories and crafts for preschool aged children. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more info contact Cassie at Saint Jerome School, 2801 South Princeton, will hold an Open House on March 7 from 8:30 to 10:30 A.M. for prospective families. Registration is currently being accepted for the school year. For almost 90 years, Saint Jerome School has educated the children of our community in a friendly, caring environment. A dedicated teaching staff offers challenging and quality curriculum to children in Preschool through Grade 8 -- all with a low student to teacher ratio. The Promethian Whiteboard System is a vital part of learning in each classroom. This state of the art program opens up the possibility to the instruction of over 150,000 lessons. In addition, each classroom has a flatscreen television with cable access to educational programming as well as computers. Children s grades are available to parents on-line through Engrade. This system also allows teachers and parents to communicate by . Our families are updated regularly through the SchoolReach phone system. At Saint Jerome, a strong emphasis is placed on religious instruction with weekly school masses, two family masses per month and service hour experiences. The school offers a home-made hot lunch program made fresh daily in our cafeteria. All students are enrolled in Foreign Language classes, with an option of learning Italian or Spanish. Children receive weekly instruction on new computers in our lab which has T-1 line access. Our music program offers band instruction, weekly music classes and a youth choir. A wide variety of athletic programs are available to our students, including basketball, football, volleyball and cheerleading.we also have a Talented & Gifted Program for students in grades 5 through 8. This is an after-school program. Our Pre-Kindergarten program is open to 3 and 4 year-olds. The 3 year-old program is held in the morning, with an optional all day class for 4 year-old children. Saint Jerome students achieve Terra Nova testing scores above the national average due to up-to-date textbooks and the talents of a wonderful, caring teaching staff. The Title I Tutoring Program is available as well as a school counselor. For the convenience of working parents, we have an After School Care program conducted by certified teachers. Open House will also be held on April 4 and May 3 from 12:30 to 2:00 P.M. For more information about all that Saint Jerome School has to offer, please consult our website at You may also call Mr. Peter Trumblay, principal, for a personal tour of the school ( ). BRIDGEPORT NEWS - Page 3 Greeting Ad Deadline is Monday at 5 PM GENERAL D E N T I S T RY Eugene Merbaum, D.D.S S. Wallace Chicago, IL Tel: OFFICE HOURS Mon., Tues. & Thurs. 10 A.M. - 6 P.M. Wed Noon - 8 P.M. Saturday 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. Text e ³(7 )5(( to and receive a coupon good for 5 FREE WINGS delivered right to your cell phone! Chicago Public Libraries Are Closed All the branches of the Chicago Public Library, inc l u d i n g t h e H a r o l d Washington Library Center, will be closed on Monday, March 7th, in observance of Pulaski Day. MARCH MADNESS SALE! 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MAY CHEUNG WAKEFIELD SIU DANIEL KONG MAGGIE LI TED MARK ERNEST LEE WESLEY NG LARRY ENG EDITORIAL DEADLINE EDITORIAL DEADLINE IS FRIDAY AT NO IS FRIDAY AT NOON Page 4 - BRIDGEPORT NEWS HELP WANTED For All Your Real Estate Needs...Call SHEILA MESSER Specializing in the BRIDGEPORT MARKET I live, work and take GREAT pride in the neighborhood. FREE PROPERTY EVALUATION Residential Brokerage EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY Publisher s Notice: All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation, or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby in-formed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis. US BANK, NA CAROL A. ZOLADZ, et al 09 CH entered in the above cause on February 16, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 10, 2011, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 414 W. 38TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with a residence. calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORT- GAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSES- SION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiff's attorney: The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONT-AGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL (630) Attorney File No.: ARDC# Attorney Code Case # 09 CH NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt I (#33) SOUTH CENTRAL BANK, NA JOSE ANTONIO HERNANDEZ, ELIZA- BETH RIVAS, THE CITY OF CHICAGO, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON- RECORD CLAIMANTS 10 CH entered inthe above cause on December 13, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 14, Commonly known as 740 WEST 48TH STREET, Chicago, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with a two story-multi family residence. The judgment amount was 232, Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation and without Kimberly A. Padjen, GOMBERG, SHARF- MAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC, 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410, CHICAGO, IL 60604, (312) Please refer to file number status report of pending sales. GOMBERG, SHARFMAN, GOLD & OSTLER, PC 208 South LaSalle Street, Suite 1410 CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney File No.: Attorney Code Case # 10 CH NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt I (#33) OPTION ONE MORTGAGE C O R P O R A T I O N ZANDRIA RICE, et al 08 CH 7110 entered in the above cause on October 7, 2008, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 15, 2011, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5327 SOUTH MAY STREET, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with vinyl sided multi unit house without garage. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residential Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, (24) hours. taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation and without information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCI- ATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL Tel No. (312) Please refer to file number PA THE South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCI- ATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney File No.: PA Attorney Code Case # 08 CH 7110 I (#33) FOR RENT SLEEPING ROOMS 3022 S. Archer Men & Ladies Welcome Clean & Quiet 90 Week & Up Vic. 32nd & NORMAL 1 BEDROOM APT. 2nd fl. rear No pets. 600/mo. + sec. dep. & utils. Call Tammy before 9pm RARE FIND! 2854 S. LOWE 5 yr. old custom built 4 BR, 3-1/2 BA. professionally dec. & landscaped home. Lg. rms., high ceilings, top finishes, too many features to list. 689,000. By appointment only (PRE#35) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. JOHNATHAN J. HENLEY A/K/A JOHN- ATHAN HENLEY, et al 08 CH entered in the above cause on January 13, 2009, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 22, Commonly known as 5329 SOUTH LAFLIN STREET, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with grey frame 2 unit; no garage. calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation areadmonished to check the court file to condominium unit which is partof a common information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCI- ATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL Tel No. (312) Please refer to file number PA THE South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney File No.: PA Attorney Code Case # 08 CH I (#34) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK CITIMORTGAGE, INC., SERHIY LYZOHUB, et al 10 CH 2656 entered in the above cause on June 29, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 22, 2011, at the The Judicial Sales Corpor-ation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5812 SOUTH CARPENTER, Chicago, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with a multifamily residence. The judgment amount was 280, Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial sale fee for Abandoned Residen-tial calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of a mortgagee shall pay the assessments Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POS- SESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD., 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105, CHICAGO, IL 60603, (312) Please refer to file number status report of pending sales. HAUSELMAN, RAPPIN & OLSWANG, LTD. 39 South LaSalle Street - Suite 1105 CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney File No.: Attorney Code Case # 10 CH 2656 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that p u r p o s e. I (#34) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK CHASE HOME FINANCE LLC KEITH COLES A/K/A KEITH EDWARDS COLES, et al 10 CH entered in the above cause on August 20, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 21, 2011, at the The Judicial Sales Corpor-ation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 2135 WEST 50TH PLACE, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with 2 story multi-unit building. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of theproperty. Prospective bidders condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of a mortgagee shall pay the assessments Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POS- SESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICA- GO, IL Tel No. (312) Please refer to file number PA THE South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney File No.: PA Attorney Code Case # 10 CH I (#34) County, Illinois, County Department, Chancery Division. American Metro Bank, v s. Chun Shun Lam a/k/a Chun-Shoun Lam, The United States of America, Unknown Owners, Non-Record Claimants, and Unknown O c c u p a n t s, s. 10 CH 26141; Sheriff's No F. Pursuant to a Judgment made and entered by said Court in the above entitled cause, Thomas J. Dart, Sheriff of Cook County, Illinois, will on March 23, 2011, at 12 Noon in the hallway outside Room 701 of the Richard J. Daley Center, 50 West Washington Street, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction the following described premises and real estate mentioned in said Judgment: P.I.N.: Address: 3134 S. Stewart St., Chicago, IL Improvements: Single Family Home. Sale shall be under the following terms: Ten Percent (10%) payment at time of sale and balance within twenty-four (24) hours via cashier's check or certified funds. Sale shall be subject to general taxes, special assessments, and any prior first mortgages. Premises will NOT be open for inspection. For information: Maurides, Foley & Tabangay L.L.C., Attn.: Patrick C. Turner, Plaintiff's Attorneys, 2 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 1800, Chicago, IL Tel. No. (312) This is an attempt to collect a debt pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. I (#34) US BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST, B N C 3 ANGELA WILLIAMS, et al 09 CH entered in the above cause on September 22, 2010, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 17, 2011, at the The Judicial Sales Corpor-ation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 5709 S. WINCHESTER AVENUE, CHICA- GO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation and without by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The a mortgagee shall pay the assessments SION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORT- GAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONT-AGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL (630) Attorney File No.: ARDC# Attorney Code Case # 09 CH NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff's attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that p u r p o s e. I (#34) 900 Available Immediately 2926 S. PARNELL-1/FL 2 BR s + Den, HDWD Flrs. Washer/ Dryer. Central Heat. Credit Check W. 43RD STREET 4 BR s, 2 Baths. 3rd Flr. Newly Remodeled. Hardwood Floors. STOREFRONT 2,000 SQ. FT. + Call for Details (PFR#35) 5 ROOM, 2 BEDROOM 2nd FLOOR Carpeting, appliances, enclosed back porch, backyard security deposit, tenant pays own utils. No pets (PFR#35) 29th & QUINN 1st Fl. 3 Br., LR, DR, KIT & Laundry Rm. Avail March 1. All utils. & appls. included w /rent 1300 month + 1 month. sec. dep. Serious inquiries, please call (PFR#33) NOTICE TO OUR ADVERTISERS If you find an error in your ad in the Bridgeport News, or if your ad was omitted, YOU MUST notify the Bridgeport News on the first week of the error. A correction will be made as soon as the deadline and publishing schedule permits. If the error continues and the newspaper has not been notified the first week the error is made, the responsibility will be on the part of the advertiser. The Bridgeport News shall not be liable for failure to publish an ad, or for a typographical error/errors in publication, except to the extent of the first week s publication. Adjustment for the error is limited to the portion of the ad where the error occurred. So, PLEASE CHECK YOUR ADVERTISE- MENT and notify the Bridgeport News promptly in case of an error. Thank You. CITIMORTGAGE, INC. ANGEL CONTRERAS, et al 10 CH entered in the above cause on January 10, 2011, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 12, Commonly known as 5607 S. WOOD STREET, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with a single family residence. calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, (24) hours. taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation and without by the court. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee or the Mortgagee's attorney. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOME- OWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POS- SESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SEC The Sale Clerk, CODILIS & ASSOCI- ATES, P.C., 15W030 NORTH FRONT- AGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL 60527, (630) between the hours of 1 and 3 PM only and ask for the sales department.. Please refer to file number status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE, IL (630) Attorney File No.: ARDC# Attorney Code Case # 10 CH NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt I (#35) WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A LAURA BAHENA, et al 10 CH entered in the above cause on January 7, 2011, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on April 11, Commonly known as 3752 SOUTH PAULINA STREET, CHICAGO, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with a brown, brick two story single family home with two car detached garage. calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation information: Visit our website at service.atty-pierce.com. between the hours of 3 and 5 pm. PIERCE & ASSOCI- ATES, Plaintiff's Attorneys, One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300, CHICAGO, IL Tel No. (312) Please refer to file number PA THE South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at for a 7 day status report of pending sales. PIERCE & ASSOCIATES One North Dearborn Street Suite 1300 CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney File No.: PA Attorney Code Case # 10 CH I (#35) COUN- TY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY D I V I S I O N HSBC BANK USA, NATIONAL ASSOCIA- TION, AS TRUSTEE FOR NAAC ; v s. MICHAEL D. FORT; MORTGAGE E L E C- T R O N I C REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC.; HOME VEST LLC; s, 07 CH NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above entitled cause on March 20, 2008 Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on Tuesday, March 29, 2011 at the hour of 11 a.m. in their office at 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, Illinois, sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash, as set forth below, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N Commonly known as 5517 South Paulina Street, Chicago, IL The mortgaged real estate is improved with a single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condo-minium Property A c t. Sale terms: 10% down by certified funds, balance, by certified funds, within 24 hours. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection For information call Kara Findlay at Plaintiff's Attorney, Freedman Anselmo Lindberg LLC, 1807 West Diehl Road, Naperville, Illinois (866) For Biddinginstructions call (630) hours prior to sale. W INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES C O R P O R A T I O N Selling Officer, (312) I (#35) DOWNTOWN AREA SALON Looking for responsible, reliable person with flexible schedule to become a Parttime Assistant. Must be available mornings, evenngs & Sat. Interested parties please call WAREHOUSE Tripp Lite, a leading manufacturer of power protection, currently has an opening in our Warehouse. Candidates must have the ability to lift up to 70 lbs., have a solid work history, and pass a drug and criminal background check. Starting rate for this position is 9/hr. Hours are Mon.-Fri. anytime between 7am-6:30pm Applications can be completed in the reception area M-F, 9 am- 5pm. Tripp Lite is located at 1111 W. 35th St. CNA - Chicago s premier Supportive Living Facility is looking for exp. dependable CNA s to work with our seniors. Must be able to accomodate flexible schedule. Apply In Person at Barton Senior Residences of Chicago, 1245 S. Wood St. EOE Drivers For S/T and Tractor Trailer. Must Have CDL With H.M. Wages Plus Benefits Monday Thru Friday. Call (CHW#34) PART-TIME DENTAL FRONT DESK STAFF WANTED in Chinatown Dental Office. Bilingual in Chinese preferred, but would train mature & responsible person. Salary negotiable. 2-3 days/week. Communication by preferred - wwkwanddsmd@aol.com HAMBURGER HEAVEN EXPRESS is looking for DELIVERY DRIVERS (Driver must have own car). Apply Within 3001 S. Archer. No phone calls! SALES P/T SALES SUPPORT Have a great phone personality? Help generate leads for our sales force! No direct selling involved, previous telemarketing and data entry helpful Hr (+) Commission Call Ashley or Apply In Person at 4350 S. HALSTED LOTS - VIC. 36th & Emerald 2 BDRM. CONDOS 1st Flr. Comm. Space 636 W. 47th St.- Priced Low! Thomas J. Swan, Sr., Broker Cell Thomas J. Swan, Jr., Agent Cell S. SANGAMON 2 BR., 2 BA. DUPLEX Fireplace, granite, SS appliances, secured parking spot sq. ft. Asking 279,000. Contact Russ (PRE#34) CITY OF CHICAGO, A MUNICIPAL C O R P O R A T I O N BERNARD PRINCE, et al 09 CH 9445 entered in the above cause on January 27, 2011, an agent of The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on March 10, 2011, at the The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker Drive - 24th Floor CHICAGO, IL, 60606, sell at public auction to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 6015 S. WOOD STREET, Chicago, IL Property Index No The real estate is improved with vacant land. The judgment amount was 16, Sale terms: 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the auction; The balance, including the Judicial Property Municipality Relief Fund, which is calculated at the rate of 1 for each 1,000 or fraction thereof of the amount paid by the purchaser not to exceed 300, in certified funds, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. No fee shall be paid by the mortgagee acquiring the residential real estate pursuant to its credit bid at the sale or by any mortgagee, judgment creditor, or other lienor acquiring the residential real estate whose rights in and to the residential real estate arose prior to the sale. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in "AS City of Chicago, Department of Law, 33 North LaSalle Street, 2nd Floor, CHICA- GO, IL 60602, (312) Refer calls to Corp. Counsel/Bldg. & Housing. Div. status report of pending sales. City of Chicago, Department of Law 33 North LaSalle Street, 2nd Floor CHICAGO, IL (312) Attorney Code Case # 09 CH 9445 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt I (#33) ONE, TWO & THREE BEDROOM APTS. AVAIL. Kitchen, living room AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY LOTS OF LIGHT. CLEAN 1 BR. WITH LR, DR, 1st FL. PRIVATE ENTRANCE. NEW APPLS. 1 MIN. TO CTA. NO PETS S. Emerald 5 RM, 2 BR, 1 BA fridge, stove, deck, living rm, dining rm, laundry rm, hdwd. fls. ceramic tile, C/AC&HT, No Pets. Non-Smoking Bldg. Secure & Quiet Bldg. 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John (PFR#33) FOR RENT Holy Spirit Holy Spirit, stay with me, be my teacher, friend. Fill me with gifts of wisdom, knowledge, love and awe in God s presence. All that I do be in perfect will. I ask this in Jesus name. Amen. Pray 3 days in a row to obtain wish. Publish when gift received. Thank You F.J.S. EXTRA! EXTRA! NOW YOU CAN ENJOY READING THE BRIDGEPORT NEWS ON LINE AT BRIDGEPORT NEWS NOW ON LINE Wilson C.C. Spring Programs Wilson C.C. located at 3225 S. Racine, will begin taking registration for spring classes. Online registration at chicagoparkdistrict.com and walk in registration is now being accepted. Classes begin the week of and end the week of Classes are as follows: Moms, Pops & Tots for ages months will meet Wednesday mornings 10:00-11:00 am for existing participants and 11:30am-12:30pm for new registrants, Fee: 15. Sr. Fitness for ages 60 and over will meet Monday afternoons from 12:15-1:00 pm and on Thursdays 3:15-4:00pm. There is no fee for this program. Girl s Tumbling for ages 6-12 will meet Mondays 5:00-5:45pm, Fee: 10. Dodge ball for ages 6-12 will meet on Mondays 4:00-4:45pm, Fee: 10. Soccer for ages 3-5 will meet Wednesdays 3:15-4:00pm, Fee 15. Tumbling for ages 3-5 will meet Mondays 3:15-4:00pm, Fee: 10. T-Ball for ages 3-5 will meet on Fridays 3:15-4:00pm, Fee: 15. Play School for ages 3-5 will meet Fridays 10:00-11:00am, Fee: 10. Co-Rec Volleyball ages 8-12 will meet on Tuesdays 3:30-4:15pm, Fee: 10. Co-Rec Volleyball League ages13-17 will play on Wednesdays 5:00-7:00pm, Fee: 30 per team. Hockey ages 6-10 will meet on Fridays 5:00-5:45pm, Fee: 10. Soccer League ages 5-7 will play on Wednesdays 4:00-5:00pm, Fee:10. Stroller Fitness Adult and Child 3 & under will be held on Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm, Fee:10. For further information on above classes or any park related questions call (312) Donovan Park News Come and register for Spring Classess! Spring session classes will begin on March 28th and run until June 3rd. Register until March 14th online at chicagoparkdistrict. com or in-person. 3-5 Year Old Classes offered include: Preschool 10am- 12pm on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (140 fee). Fun & Games 12-1pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays (28 fee). Adult Classes offered include: FREE Sr. Conditioning (60 yrs & up) on Tues/Thurs from 11:30am- 12:30pm. Cross Training on Thursdays 6-7pm (42 fee). Yoga/Pilates on Tuesdays 6-7pm (42 fee). Tiny Tot (18-36 Months old) Classes offered include: Arts & Crafts (with parent) 6-7pm on Mondays (15 fee). Child (6-12 year olds) Classes offered include: Boys & Girls Seasonal Sports/Sports Club 3:15-4:15pm on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays (10 fee). Dodgeball 4:15-5:15pm on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays (10 fee). Fun and Games 3:15-4:15pm on Tuesdays & Thursdays (15 fee). 16 Adult Softball Leagues: (Thursday-Co-Rec and Friday-Men s) starting in early April, 8:30pm and 9:30pm games. 500 registration fee. Call to register ASAP. A Community CPR Class will be held on Saturday, April 9th from 9am-1pm, certifying participants in American Heart Association Adult, Child & infant CPR. 35 per person. Space is limited. Register soon. Seniors, mark your calendar for Thurs., May 12th Senior LCR Tournament!! Come Out & Play the hottest dice game around, mingle with friends, and hopefully go home a big winner!! 9am-12pm Call to sign up Space is limited!! Please call Michelle at the park with any questions/concerns.

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We rod main line & sink line (PSS#34) THE MAN WHO ADVERTISES HIS BUSINESS HAS ONE Saint Gabriel School Celebrates Read Across America Pictured are the preschool students at Saint Gabriel Catholic School with their preschool teacher, Mrs. Vigna, her assistant, Mrs. Carlson and the principal of the school, Mrs. Fogarty. Saint Gabriel Catholic School in Canaryville celebrated Read Across America a few days early with a special Cuddle Up and Read day on Friday, February 25th. In addition to wearing their pajamas to school, the students spent the day involved in a variety of reading activities. The students brought books from home for the book swap, they read stories with their buddies and guest readers visited the classrooms. The students also were given a new book to take home. Read Across America is celebrated throughout the United States on March 2nd each year, the birthday of Dr. Seuss. Dr. Seuss effectively uses rhyme to teach children about life. The students at Saint Gabriel School had the opportunity to learn how an author s use of rhyme can be an effective tool for helping them to learn in a fun and playful manner. Overall, the students celebrated the many joys of being a reader and of being read to. Balzekas Museum Women s Guild For 43 years the Women's Guild of the Balzekas Museum of Lithuanian Culture has provided suppport for the Museum through numerous fundraisers. Benefits enabled the purchase of cultural exhibits, maintenance and office equipment. Beginning a new season of activity the Women's Guild elected the following Executive Board of Officers for 2011: President: Loretta Gestautas; Vice President: Irene Buchbinder; Secretary: Irene Norbut; Treasurer: Emma Petraitis; Corresponding Secretary: Frances Simanonis and Membership Secretary: Sophia Zukas. Pictured L-R: the newly elected Officers for 2011, Irene Norbut, Emma Petraitis, Irene Buchbinder, Loretta Gestautas, Frances Simanonis, Scottie Zukas and Elli Katauskas. It is fine to level with people if you don t level them in the process. Walter St. John The secret of negotiation is to harmonize the real interests of the parties concerned. Francois De Callieres The beautiful souls are they that are universal, open, and ready for all things. Michel De Montaigne Bridgeport Catholic Academy Highlights Spelling Bee As part of their Catholic Schools Week Activities, the students in Grades 4 through 8 participated in an old fashioned "Spelling Bee". There were over 15 participants and over 250 words were used. The three finalists were: Robert Molloy Grade 8 (1st Place), Niko Anaya Grade 5 (2nd Place) and Aidan Boyle Grade 4 (3rd Place). Congratulations to all our participants. Armour Square Park Spring Session Armour Sq. Park located at 3309 S. Shields Ave. is currently taking registration for the Spring Session which begins 3/28/2011 and runs thru 6/5/2011. Classes being offered at this time are as follows: Co-Recreational Classes: Mom, Pop & Tots: Fri. 10:00am-11:00am, 18mo-36mo. Fee 30. T-ball: F 4:15pm - 5:00pm, 4-5 yrs. Fee 15 indoor. Soccer: 3:30pm - 4:30pm, 6-8 yrs. Fee Softball: W 4:30pm - 5:30pm, 9-12 yrs. Fee 15. Roller Hockey: T 4:30pm- 5:30pm, 8-12 yrs. Fee 15. Basketball: T 3:30pm pm, 9-12 yrs. Fee 15. Preschool: T & TH 10:30am - 12:00pm, 3-5 yrs. Fee 110 (child must be toilet trained). Tot Tumbling: F 3:15pm - 4:00pm, 3-5 yrs. Fee 15. (child must be toilet trained). Recreational Tumbling: Th 3:30pm - 4:30pm. Fee 15 Arts & Crafts: T 3:30pm - 4:15pm, 6-10 yrs. Fee 15. Boy Classes: Seasonal Sports: M 3:30pm - 4:30pm, ages 6-8. Fee 15. M 4:30pm - 5:30pm, ages 9-12 fee 15. Grammar School Volleyball League: Girls ages 9-12, Th 3:30pm - 5:30pm. Fee 60. Girls ages 13-14, Th 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Fee 60. Adult Fitness ages 18 and over: Conditioning M 1:00 pm - 1:45pm. Fee 20. Step Aerobics: M 6:30pm - 7:15pm. Fee 20. Kickboxing: W 6:30pm - 7:15pm. Fee 20. Weight Training: F 1:00pm - 7:15pm. Fee 20. Fitness Center: M-F 8:30am - 8:30pm. Sat. 9:30am - 1:30pm 45/3 months, 17/1 month or 5 a day. Sr. Ages 60 and over: Fitness Center: M-F 8:30am - 8:30pm, Sat. 9:30am - 1:30pm. Fee 22 for 3 months. Club: T: 11:30am - 1:30pm. Free. Summer Day Camp Day Camp Registration will begin online Monday April 4th at 9 am. Walk in registration will begin Monday April 11th at 9:30am. Camp will be from June 27 -Aug. 5th 2011, 9am - 3pm. Fee is 295 per camper. Camp includes: T-shirt, lunch, trips, swimming and various activities daily. Play Camp will run from 9am-1 pm ages 4-5 (child must be toilet trained). Fee is 100. For more information please call the park at OUR PLEDGE Only the Good News About Your Family, Your School, Your Club, Your Neighborhood... Your Community in YOUR NEWSPAPER The Bridgeport News Your Wednesday Must READ! BRIDGEPORT NEWS - Page 5 Greeting Ad Deadline is Monday at 5 PM BEEPER CARPET CLEANERS NOTICE! 1 PERSON PER AD PEOPLE PER AD PEOPLE PER AD NOW COLOR PICTURES Available for only 10 more SEND A GREETING TO SOMEONE IN YOUR LIFE THE AD BELOW COSTS for a Colored Photo HAPPY BIRTHDAY MARKIE RACINOWSKI LOVE, MOMMY, DADDY & JESSIE The deadline for greeting ads is on Monday at 5:00 p.m. for that Wednesday s paper. Pictures will be returned if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. So don t delay... Say Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary or Congratulate Someone You Love in a Very Special & Different Way! (The Bridgeport News is not responsible for mail delivery, for the reproduction quality of any computer generated photograph and for poor quality photographs submitted.) Aidan Boyle, Robert Molloy & Niko Anaya Elmer s Kids Bridgeport Catholic Academy Class of 2011 held a bake sale and raffle for "ELMER'S KIDS" Special Olympics. The bake sale and raffle were very successful thanks to the support of our students and wonderful bakers. Class Officers, Gianna Spitalli, Mitchell Beasley and Bobby Stegmiller presented Elmer Mestrovic with a check for Mr. Mestrovic teaches special needs students who will attend several Special Olympic Day events. The spirit of helping other children is part of our mission. We are very happy to support this wonderful cause. Pictured: Mr. Mestrovic, Gianna Spitalli, Mitchell Beasley and Bobby Stegmiller. TO PLACE YOUR AD CALL: 3506 S. HALSTED ST.

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