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By PAUL OPPENHEIMRunning Columnist

Runners are always looking for good local

races, and some not-so-local. The real hard-

core runners compete nearly every weekend,

but more typical are those who run maybe

one or two races a month through the sum-

mer. I asked some of my fellow members of the Oak

Park Runners Club for their favorites and why they

like them.

Top level competitive races are generally those

on the Chicago Area Runners Associations

Runners Choice Circuit, attracting some of theregions leading runners. But for more low-key

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Wednesday Journal | Forest Park Review | Riverside-Brookfield Landmark S U M M E R S I Z Z L E 2 0 1 2 B5there are many summer running events

in the near western suburbs. And racing

through the hotter weather is excellent

preparation for some of the fall races

where your hard summer work will re-

ally pay off. So here are just a few of the

many choices:

One of my long-time favorites is theWestern Springs Tower Trot 5K/10K

(May 24), a family-friendly race winding

through the streets of Western Springs,

that has been around seemingly forever.

You can run the

5K, the 10K, or

both if youre

feeling really

ambitious.

Helen Nut-

tall, one of the

regions top

female runners,likes Roselles

Run for the

Roses 5K (June

3), Because it

provides free

childcare during

the race (excel-

lent when both

parents want to race) and it has a really

nice 0.6-mile race for kids that has chip

timing. [My daughter] Zoe had so much

fun doing that last year.

At the other end of the race spectrum,

Nuttall also enjoys the rugged Waterfall

Glen Xtreme 10-Mile trail race (July

21), since it is so beautiful and scenic,

and has hills! Also it is a challenge, and

separates the men from the boys (so to

speak).

Both races are CARA Circuit races.

Maribeth Ward, a leading masters

age-group runner, also likes the Run for

the Roses, as well as the 4 on the 4th (four

miles on July 4) in Elmhurst. The 4 on

the 4th is well organized, family-friendlyand a less-common distance. Both races

attract some of the top competitors since

theyre on the CARA Circuit.

Eileen Skisak ran an amazing 70 races

in 2011, and is the go-to person for race

advice. She recommends the LaGrange

Rocks 5K (June 8), with shorter distances

for younger kids. Its unusual in that it

is run in the evening. She also says the

Daisy Dash 5K in Clarendon Hills (June

17) is a fun race, and The Race for South

Sudan 5K is another LaGrange event (on

June 30), offering huge trophies.Skisak is also fond of the Chicago

Firefighters Run for the Kids 5K held on

July 19 at Soldier Field campus on Chi-

cagos lakefront (okay, its not quite in the

western suburbs). She says its family-

oriented, with free parking, and has a DJ,

food and beer.

And if you still need more suggestions

for June, Downers Grove puts on a nice

5-mile race (June 24) which is also on the

CARA Circuit.

Another good July 4 event is the Riv-

erside Independence Run 5K, a race Ive

run many times. Riversides beautiful

streets make for an attractive course,

and the race is followed by the villages

annual Fourth of July parade, so bring

the kids.

I like the DeKalb Cor nFest (Aug. 25),

says John Kolman, a member of the Oak

Park Runners Club. I know it is a little

bit of a drive but that is part of the fun.

Where else can you run a 10K then goon to spend the rest of the day at a Corn

Fest? Its really more like a county fair.

The food is great, there are a lot of local

crafts and they have some very good and

free live music

if you stay until

evening. Dont

worry, there are

free showers in

the high school

after the race, just

bring your own

towel.There are

many races every

weekend through

the summer,

in addition to

those mentioned

above. Your best

bet is to check

on-line sources such as the Chicago Area

Runners Association (cararuns.org) or

Chicago Athlete Magazine, among others.

Like most runners, youll discover a few

personal favorites. And in the smaller

races you also have more chances to earn

age-group medals, compared to those

hotly-contested CARA events. With so

many choices this summer theres no

excuse not to stay in shape for the prime

racing months later in the year.

Paul Oppenheim writes about running for

Wednesday Journal.

Riversides beautiful streets make for anattractive course, and the race is followed

by the villages annual Fourth of Julyparade, so bring the kids.

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By LACEY SIKORAContributing Reporter

It is official. People in the western

suburbs no longer have an excuse forpoor eating habits. Community farmers

markets are open throughout the sum-

mer months, offering fresh produce and

meats as well as flowers. Its time to forget

about that frozen pizza, and shop your way

to a healthy, local meal.

Oak Park

Opening the farmers market season in

mid-May, Oak Parks is already available

to satisfy its loyal fans. Returning to

its long-time location in the parking lot

of Pilgrim Church on Lake Street, the

market brings back old favorites as well

as some new faces.

Farmers Market staff liaison Mike

Charley says the market is particularly

excited to welcome five new vendors.

Weve got Dennanne Farms out of

Elgin, which is an aviary. They ll be thefirst dedicated honey vendor at the mar-

ket in years, he says. We have a new

bakery, Highrise Bakery from Chicago,

that will sell artisanal breads, and Nordic

Creamery from Westby, Wis., will sell

artisanal cheese. We have a new organic

produce vendor as well.

Florist Steve Owens, a long-time floral

vendor is retiring, so we have another St.

Annes flower gardener in North Wichert

Gardens, taking his spot.

Charley notes that the new vendors fit

in with the village boards underlying

plan for the market.

One of the goals of the village board

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is encouraging environmentalism and

sustainability. Every time we have an

opening in the market, we try to fill it

with something that meets those goals.

Farmers Market Manager Jessica Rink

says special events bring more of the

community flavor to the event.

Well hold Go Green Days on May 26

to highlight green community organi-

zations. On Aug. 18, we hold our an-

nual corn roast, and on Oct. 27, we close

the market with our Stone Soup day.

Throughout the summer, local not-for-

profit organizations have the opportunity

to participate in bake sales.

Oak Parks market runs now to Oct. 27

from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. and promises home-

made donuts and bluegrass music for the

vegetable-phobic.

Brookfield

In Brookfield, the farmers market

opens for the season on Saturday, June

2, and runs through the end of October.

Located in the Brookfield Village Hall

parking lot, the market is open 8 a.m. to

1 p.m.

As in years past, the market will draw

in the crowds with seasonal vegetables

and fruits. Live music and entertainment

also add to the festival appeal. Kids and

pets are all welcome.

Riverside

The Riverside Farmers Market returns

for its fourth year, and its second year lo-

cated in the parking lot between the Riv-

erside Town Hall and the Public Library.

Coordinated by a group of 10 volunteers,

the market will be held on Wednesdays

from June 13 to Oct. 3, with the exception

of July 4.

Volunteer Cathy Haley says the market

will be better and bigger than ever this year.Were very excited because our vendor

base has grown from 12 to 25, she says.

Were especially happy to have back

Lyons Fruit from South Haven, Mich., be-

cause theyre one of our original vendors

and offer sustainably grown fruit.

Also returning will be Farmer Nick

who offers free range chicken, fresh eggs

and grass-fed beef and pork.

New to the market this year, Chef Carl

will offer his craft soups. Carl will be

buying ingredients one week and return-

ing to the market the next with home-

made soup creations.

In addition to produce offerings, the

market will feature grains and beans

from Breslin Farms in Sandwich, and

vegetables and herbs from Wild Sands

Farm in Kankakee. Local potters from

LaGranges Village Potters will also be

represented and the Urban Worm Girl

will explain composting to adults andchildren. The library will provide educa-

tional demonstrations with its Lights for

Learning energy bike, and local acoustic

guitar player Paul Halvey will entertain

the crowds.

Haley notes that the market makes ev-

ery effort to be local and environmentally

responsible.

Were trying to tie everything together

with an overall sustainability thread,

she says.

Forest ParkThe Forest Park Farmers Market is

held in the Forest Park Grove on Fridays

from 3:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. and runs June 22

to Oct. 5. Fresh produce is a staple, but

the market offers quite a bit more.

Also on hand includes Frosty Produc-

tions Maple and Honey products as well

as Ludwig Farm Creamerys raw milk

cheeses. Jakes Country Meats will be

returning as a vendor and as a feature

on the markets grill menu. A gluten-free

confectionary, and the Heart and SugarBaker round out the sweet treats, while

coffee, eggs and plants will also be avail-

able for purchase.

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4 to 13 years old and is open from 6:30am-6pm. This includes weekly arts& crafts,

dancing, games, outside activities and much more. Call for tuition rates.

GROOVN IN THE GROVEThe Tuesday Family Concert Series will be help at Altenheim Picnic Grove,

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Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and head to the grove for a great outdoor concert!

Concessions & Beverages available for a charge. Concert is fREE!

SUMMER REC PROGRAMThe Summer Rec Program provides Forest Park children a chance to get out with

friends and learn arts & crafts, play board games and enjoy other free activities.Summer Rec is held at the parks located at the corners of 16th St. and Circle &

Randolph and Circle. The program beginsJune 11thAndends August5th.

Rec hours are 8:30am until 12:30pm.

SUMMER BASKETBALL & REC NIGHTEvery Wednesday inJune, JulyAnd Augustbasketball & rec night.

Come & enjoy basketball & other fun games for everyone!All skill levels welcome.

We provide young players with the opportunity to build a solid fundamental base

and we work with each player to enhance their skills. Free play and structured games.

Children ages 8-14. Hours: 6:30pm-8:30pm. Cost is $1.00 per session.

YOUNG GOURMETSThere is a new chef in the house. Kids will create unique, kid friendly entrees,

appetizers and desserts. Hands on preparation. The reward is that we eat what we

make.WednesdAys, July11th, 18th, 25th & August1st. Hours: 4pm-6pm.

Ages 6 and up. Cost for all four dates is $32 per person.

Registration required. Space is limited.

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In Forest Park, it isnt officially summer

until Summer Fest kicks off the season.On Friday and Saturday, June 8-9, the

village closes down Madison Street and

opens up summer for villagers and visi-

tors alike.

With a beer garden, two dining areas, spe-

cial events for kids and seniors, live music,

and shopping and food provided by local

businesses, its no wonder the event draws

upwards of 10,000 visitors every year.

Laurie Kokenes, executive director of the

Forest Park Chamber of Commerce and

development, says the event has evolved over

the years.

Summer Fest began as a sidewalk festival

and emerged into a full-blown festival that is

popular throughout the Chicagoland area.

Our goal was to create a family-friendly festi-

val with a community feel and something for

everyone.

One way the festival has continued to be

family-friendly through the years? There is

no entrance fee. Unlike other area festivals,

Kokenes thinks it is important to make the

event accessible to everyone.

One of the best things about Summer Fest

is the fact that there is no entrance fee. Folks

can enjoy live music on two stages, shop thesidewalk sale, check out the merchandise

offered by other vendors and enjoy good food

from our local restaurants without paying to

get in, she says.

On Friday night, visitors shop and eat,

and the music is a big attraction. One high-

light will be Divas Crossing, a band offering

covers of favorites as well as original tunes.

With a jazzy pop mix of adult contemporary

music and soft rock and rhythm, Divas

Crossing also pleases the crowd with origi-

nals composed by Forest Park Firefighter

Lieutenant Scott Popelka. Also on Friday

night, the band 1969 breathes new life into

old favorites from 60s stars such as Janis

Joplin, Jimi Hendrix, Joe Cocker and the

Doors.

Saturday brings more families to the fest

with serious kids events as well as serious

shopping. The giant slide returns to fulfill

its role as most anticipated Summer Fest

kids activity, with pony rides running a close

second. From 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., kids can enjoy

face painting as well. Carnival games keep

the older kids busy, and stilt-walker Jason

Kollum will entertain from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

On Saturday night, the bands will be

rocking again with the Neverly Brothers

providing a tour through rockn rolls his-

tory, and West 34 playing deep cut classic

rock, blues covers and a little bit of surf

rock.

Kokenes notes that the entertainment is a

key part of the event, and the food offerings

from local restaurants are what keep the

crowds fueled.

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because we want our local restaurants to

get the exposure and profit from the event,

she says. I believe it also enhances the

community feel.Starship Catering, a Forest Park favorite

for years, will be busy day and night. Henry

Laskowski, whose restaurant and catering

business has been a part of the community

for 35 years, says that Summer Fest is the

only festival his restaurant caters to.

Weve been involved in Summer Fest

since the beginning. Were sort of etched

in stone. This is the only festival we do

because were part of the community and

were really committed to it.

Starship goes traditional with its Sum-

mer Fest offering because Laskowski says

thats what the people want.

We do our Italian beef, and were known

for our jambalaya, he says. We offer

the usual like lemonade and hotdogs, but

well try out different things too, like jerk

chicken on a stick. We dont want to dupli-cate what everyone else is doing.

As the only ice cream vendor, the Brown

Cow Ice Cream parlor will be expecting

long lines, and countless happy customers.

Harlem Maennerchor, a German singing

and social group, cooks up beloved home-

made bratwurst and funnel cakes. Other

local restaurants will be offering their

specialties as local shops offer good deals

on their wares.

Summer Fest begins Friday, June 8 and

runs from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.. It goes all day

on Saturday from Noon to 10 p.m. along

Madison Street in Forest Park. For more

information, visit www.summerfestfp.com.

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We introduced the boneless

rib sandwich [in 2011] and we

were sold out before the end of

Saturday. Piekarz said. People

love those sandwiches. Tacos and

combo sandwiches are always

very popular. We like to think we

offer something for everybody.

Aside from the tournament,

the pool, playground and other

attractions of the park will be

open per standard hours of

operation.

Piekarz, along with Stacy La-

fortune, superintendent of recre-

ation, Rachell Entler, recreation

supervisor, and Grace Kenney,

softball league director, all put

in long hours to ensure the No

Glove Nationals runs smoothly.For all of them, its a labor love.

Ive had the pleasure of be-

ing able to volunteer or work at

the tournament since I was 15

years old, Entler said. Being

involved with the tournament

for over 20 years [now], the

park district is pretty much my

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THURSDAY NIGHT OUT SHOP AND

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AN OAK PARK AFTERNOON Friday,June 1 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at 220 N.

Euclid Ave. A self-guided walk in historicOak Park that visits three of it s stately andhistoric sites Cheney Mansion, PleasantHome and Ernest Hemingway BirthplaceHome. Informal tours by docents and lightrefreshments are included at each site.Sites can be visited in any order. Ticketincludes a map to all sites plus suggestionsfor exterior viewing of other sites alongthe route, including a few by Frank LloydWright. 383-0002

BATTLE OF THE BANDS Saturday,June 2 from 1 p.m. to 5:30 p.m., at ScovillePark, 800 W. Lake St. Six local teen bands

will compete for the chance to advanceto the Illinois State Battle of the Bands

regional competition.

WRIGHT PLUS HOUSEWALK Satur-

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DAY IN OUR VILLAGE Sunday, June 3,

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REOPENING OF MILLS PARK Thurs-day, June 21, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Explore

this newly renovated park which featuresnew park entrances and pathways and achildrens discovery area complete with a

unique labyrinth depicting the history ofthe park site.

OAK PARK FARMERS MARKET

Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., May 19through October in the Pilgrim Congre-gational Church parking lot, 460 Lake St.,

rain or shine. Fresh donuts and entertain-ment in addition to produce, plants, flow-ers, and charity bake sales. 358-5780

TEEN POOL PARTIES Fridays, June

8 and Aug. 3 from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. at

Ridgeland Common (ages 11-13). Profes-sional DJ will provide entertainment, great

music, games, giveaways and more.

WEDNESDAY MORNING MOVIE

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July 18,Arthur Christmas (PG)

July 25, The Smurfs (PG)

Aug. 1, Disneys Winnie the Pooh(G)

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July 22, Billy Croft & The 5-Alarm(Country Rock)

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Aug. 5, Midwest Dueling Pianos

Aug. 12, TROPIXPLOSION (Reg-gae, Pop Rock)

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GARDEN WALK 2012July 1from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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MOVIE IN THE PARK POOL,101 Dalmations Friday, July21 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. atRidgeland Common Pool. Featuredevents include Doggie Paddle Race,Can You Spot the Fake?, MissingBones and other fun activities.Popcorn and refreshments avail-able for purchase. Raindate: July27

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MICROBREW REVIEW Friday,Aug. 3. Downtown Oak Parkpresents its fifth annual eventfeaturing 50 craft beers. 383-4145or downtownoakpark.net

WRIGHT RIDE Sunday, Aug. 19.A leisurely architectural bike ridebeginning and ending on MarionStreet, Oak Park. Riders are offereda selection of routes featuringarchitecturally significant land-marks, homes and sites. 524-7800or w ww.visitoakpark.com

BARRIE FESTSaturday,Sept.22, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. at BarriePark, 1110 Lombard Ave. Featureslive music, kids games andfood vendors. Sponsored by theSoutheast Oak Park CommunityOrganization.

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FOREST PARK

PICNIC IN THE PARK Saturday, May 26. Celebrateopening day of the Aquatic Center by picnicking out in thepark. Food, live music. Hot dogs served at 4 p.m.

SUMMERFESTJune 8, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and June9 from Noon to 10 p.m., Madison St. between Des Plainesand Harlem Avenues. A festival of food, live music, and otherperformances with pony rides, antique market and more.

CRUISE NIGHTS June 12, and continue on the secondand fourth Tuesdays throughout the summer with Aug. 28

the final event. Thomas and Madison at 6 p.m. 615-62034TH OF JULY CELEBRATION FRIDAYWednesday,

July 4. An all-day event with food booths, bingo, live music,entertainment and activities at the Aquatic Center. Fireworksaround 9 p.m.

16INCH NO GLOVE INVITATIONAL SOFTBALL

TOURNAMENT Wednesday - Sunday, July 25 July 29 atthe park, south of I-290 just east of the Desplaines Avenueexit. Forest Park hosts the most prestigious 16-inch softballtournament in Chicagoland. Food and beverages.

MOVIES IN THE PARK, June 1, July 20 and Aug. 10,Aug. 24 movies begin between 7:30 and 8 p.m. at the ParkDistrict of Forest Park, 7501 Harrison St. Concessions will beavailable for sale.

June 1, Thor(PG-13)

July 20, The Muppets (PG)

Aug. 10, Harry Potter & the Deathly Hallows Part 2 (PG-13)

Aug. 24, Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)

WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE June 27 from 6:30 p.m. 8p.m. An evening of fun and adventure with a safari through

the jungle. Jungle games and dancing at the Aquatic Center,7501 Harrison St.

FLICK AND FLOATS movies in the pool, July 18 andAug. 15 both at 8:10 p.m. at the Aquatic Center, 7501Harrison St.

July 18, Gnomeo & Juliet

Aug. 15, Rango

HAWAIIAN LUAU Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m. 8 p.m. at theAquatic Center, 7501 Harrison St. Traditional pig roast dinnerwith Hawaiian-themed dancing and fun.

CAMPIN OUT Saturday, Sept. 15 from 5 p.m. to 9 a.m.Sunday at the park district ballfields. Families are invited

to pitch their tents for some overnight fun in the park. Thisevent is for families only. Parents must accompany children.Fee: $30 per family tent.

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CRUISE NIGHTSThursdays June 7, July 12 and Aug. 9

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July 3 & 4. Concert in Guthrie Park at 6 p.m., 5K Run on village

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July 20, American BBC

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Aug. 10, Kharma (Country)

MOVIES AT JC/EHLERT PARK at dusk.

Popcorn and beverages will be available for

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June 15, The Adventures of Tin Tin (PG)

Aug. 17, Captain America (PG-13)

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Wednesday, July 4 at Kiwanis Park. Parade

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By DEB QUANTOCK McCAREYContributing Reporter

The hottest, or coolest, tickets in town

this summer are in Oak Park, Forest Park,

Brookfield, Riverside and North Riverside,

so it could be time to get out and see a re-

released movie under the stars, in a pool

or in the comfort of a dark, air-conditioned

theater.

Oak Park

In Oak Park, check out Classic Cinemas

popular Wednesday Morning Movie Series

at the Lake Theater, 1022 Lake St. Admission

is $1 per person, and all shows start at 10 a.m.

In queue this season will beKung Fu

Panda2, June 13; Mr. Poppers Penguins,

June 20;Puss In Boots, June 27; Alvin and the

Chipmunks: Chipwrecked, July 11; Arthur

Christmas, July 18; The Smurfs, July 25; Dis-

neys Winnie the Pooh, Aug. 1; and a surprisemovie on Aug. 8.

For more information, call 708-848-9088, or

visit www.classiccinemas.com.

Then, on Friday, July 20, up the street at

Ridgeland Common Pool, will be a special,

reduced cost flick and float event from 7-10

p.m. featuring the screening ofDisneys 101

Dalmatians, plus numerous organized games

with prizes for kids.

The event, Doggone it, says Diane

Stanke, manager of communications at the

Park District of Oak Park, is one of the many

intergenerational community events being

staged this summer to celebrate the districts

centennial year.

We will also unveil our brand new screen

for the viewing of the movie at the pool, she

says. So grab your floaties and a smile and

come on out.

Entrance fee is $2 for Oak Park residents,

and $5 for nonresidents, and participation is

on a first-come, first-serve basis, with a capac-

ity at 150. To reserve a spot, call 708-383-0002.

Forest Park

Meanwhile, across the border in Forest

Park, they are reprising the free Moviesin the Park series under the stars on the

front lawn at 7501 Harrison St.

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Fu Panda 2on Aug. 24.

For more information, contact the Park

District of Forest Park at 708-366-7500.

Nearby in Brookfield, at Jaycee/Ehlert

Park at 4315 Park Avenue, will once again

be staged two free family movies at dusk on

Friday, June 15 and Friday, August 17.

In the summer time we always offer a

few free movies, as well as free concerts

over at Kiwanis Park, says Mary Pezdek,

Program Coordinator at Brookfield Recre-

ation Department.

For additional information call Arlene at

708-455-1474.

Riverside

Back by popular demand in Riverside this

year is a free Drive-in Movie event, re-debut-

ing with Cars 2at 8 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 10.

To rev up the fun, it will start with a carshow and contest for kids ages 4-12, with

the movie showing around 9 p.m., says

Teresa Michalik, program coordinator for

Riverside Parks and Recreation.

For additional details, call 708-442-7025.

N. Riverside

For adults at the North Riverside Public

Library, 2400 Des Plaines Ave., is the

Wednesday Movie Matinee series. Movies

begin at 2 p.m. on the first Wednesday of

each month, says Mary Cooper, reference

librarian.Snow Falling on Cedars will be screened

on June 6, followed byMoneyballon July

11, and Jerry Lewis original, The Nutty

Professoron Aug. 1. Free refreshments will

be available, thanks to the Friends of the

North Riverside Public Library.

We thought it was time for a classic

comedy, so that is one of the best, Cooper

says of The Nutty Professor.

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and the weather heats up, local

pools are the most popular

places in town. Oak Parks

two pools and the Forest

Park Aquatic Center are the places to be

whether you want to swim some laps in

the morning, cool the kids off during the

day or need something fun to do at night

all with no air conditioning necessary.

In Oak Park, both the Ridgeland Com-

mon and Rehm pools offer a variety of

classes for everyone from toddlers toadults. Offered through the Park District of

Oak Park, classes from the Learn to Swim

Academy up through Junior Lifeguard get

kids at all swimming levels into the pool.

For adults, the park district offers adults-

only lessons as well as aqua aerobics.

The fun doesnt stop when the sun starts

to fade. The Ridgeland Common Pool

offers evening lap swims many nights of

the week, while Rehm is open for family

swim followed by public swim until 8:30 or

9 p.m.

In addition to regularly scheduled nightswims, Ridgeland Common offers special

events at the pool three times during the

summer. On Friday, June 8, the pool holds

the first of two teen pool parties from

8 to 10 p.m. Middle school students will

take over the pool. A professional D.J.

will be on hand to provide entertainment

and music. There will also be games and

giveaways, with VIP after-parties held

until midnight. A second teen night will

be held on Friday, August 3. Admittance

each night is $10.

For the younger crowd, on Friday, July

20, from 7 to 10 p.m. Ridgeland Com-

mon will host a movie night at the pool.

Celebrating 100 years of fun with 101

Dalmatians, the evening will begin with

a dog-theme, such as the doggie paddledrace and missing bones game. Popcorn

and refreshments will be available for pur-

chase, and the park district offers special

anniversary pricing of $2 for Oak Park

residents and $5 for nonresidents.

In Forest Park, the park district offers

a variety of classes at its aquatic center.

From toddlers up to adults, there are

swimming lessons for all ages. Diving

lessons and lifeguard lessons are also

available.

Family Float Nights will take place June

5 and 19, and July 10 and 24 from 6:30 to8 p.m. Families can bring their favorite

rafts, floats, beach balls and toys into the

pool for evening swim. On June 6 and July

19 from 6:30 to 8 p.m., the pool hosts Pirate

Night for all children. Keys are tossed into

the pool and retrieved for a chance to un-

lock a treasure chest filled with prizes. For

children ages 4 and under, treasures will

be buried in the sand. The games include

coin drop, keys and contests.

Flick & Float nights will take place

twice, with Gnomeo and Julietrunning

on July 18 andRango shown on Aug. 15.

Bring your favorite raft and cool off with

an outdoor movie. Prices are $3 for resi-

dent and pool pass holders, and $4.50 for

non-residents without passes.

Each month, the aquatic center will hosta fun themed party from 6:30 to 8 p.m. On

June 27, Welcome to the Jungle will turn

the pool into a safari adventure. Jungle

games and jungle boogey tunes will

entertain the crowd. Celebrate Christmas

in July on July 11 with Christmas themed

games, music and refreshments. On Aug.

1, ring in the last month of summer with

a Hawaiian Luau, complete with pig roast

dinner and Hawaiian themed dancing.

Oak Park and Forest Park offer a variety

of pool pass options for residents and non-

residents, as well as individual day rates.More information can be found at www.

oakparkparks.com and www.pdofp.org.

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By DEB QUANTOCK McCAREYContributing Reporter

Now that the seasons of colorful

blooms are here, planting an eclec-

tic variety of native plants in a

front or backyard garden is an eco-

friendly idea that is catching on.

Todays gardens have moved so far away

from gardens in the past. But now people

are putting more and more color back in,

and with that comes the butterflies, bees

and other wildlife, says Patti Staley, headgrower/horticulturist at the Oak Park Con-

servatory. There is something to be said

about our native habitat, and what these

lands once were, so why not introduce the

prairie plants back that once were here?

To punctuate this point, last July the

Oak Park Conservatory, 615 Garfield St.,

installed a serene spot, the Herbert M.

Rubenstein Memorial Garden, a demon-

stration space with a blue stone patio and

benches where plant lovers can view a

variety of shade and sun-loving native and

cultivar species that could work in a homelandscape.

Creating a whole bio-diverse ecosystem

is one good way, especially if the system

is balanced, for fewer diseases and fewer

predatory insects that damage our plants,

says Henrietta Yardley, manager at the Oak

Park Conservatory. You are also cutting

down on some of the inputs. The native

plants require less water, in that once

they are established they do not need to

be watered as much as, lets say, impatiens

would or begonias or marigolds. They also

require less in the way of fertilizers. Once

they are established they will take care of

themselves. So, again, you are keeping thosechemical fertilizers, [and fungicides], out of

the environment, which is very beneficial.

Outside, in view, for example, is moun-

tain mint, a native that attracts pollinators,

especially the butterflies and bees.

The bees are all over it in the summer-

time. It is amazing, says Yardley.

In addition, Staley says that a few other

sure-fire picks for home gardeners can

range from flowering and fruit bearing

shrubs such as Viburnum, to natives like

Virginia Bluebells, Bleeding Hearts, Golden

Alexander and False Indigo, to the bright

or pastel hues of Black-eyed Susans, Cone

Flowers, Coreopsis, Blazing Star, and the

reds, oranges or yellows of Butterfly Weed.

These are plants that can be put into a

home garden very easily, as well as plants

that encourage the insects and wild life in

our community, Yardley adds.

Planting prairie grasses such as Big and

Little Blue Stem, she adds, and leaving the

seed heads on those and the dying off flow-

ers over the winter months, tends to attract,

and feed, a variety of local and migrating

birds.

Yardley says that planting particular

varieties of natives can also help controldestructive plant pests by attracting more

beneficial insects into a garden. But engag-

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Certainly ladybugs are good, and praying

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dont want too many of them, or they will

wipe out the population, she says.

Yardley hopes the conservatorys new

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It is going to look a little wilder than

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Tennis anyone?

In mid-June if all goes according

to plan the Park District of Forest

Park is set to debut its new tennis

courts with a grand opening cel-

ebration for the public to enjoy. After that

inaugural party between the rectangular

lines, the park district promises an assort-

ment of tennis classes/lessons for players

of all ages and skill levels.

Were very excited about the new ten-

nis courts, Park District of Forest Park

Executive Director Larry Piekarz said.

The courts have been resurfaced five or

six times in the past, the last one occur-

ring about 13 years ago. We couldnt do that

again so we went all the way down to the

old ice rink and started over. The courts

will be awesome with a really appealing

color combination. Tennis is coming back

and we want to offer something for every-

body.If being the next Roger Federer or Ser-

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and cream or you just simply have other/

additional interests aside from tennis, the

park definitely is the place to be this sum-

mer.

The Park District of Forest Park has

several special events and trips p lanned

including a Fourth of July Celebration,

Picnic in the Park (May 26), Battle of the

Bands (July 21), Cubs vs. Mets game (June

27), Arlington Race Track outing (July 12),

ice cream social (July 20), White Sox vs.

Twins game (July 25), Mother/Son baseball

game (Aug. 12) and several other fun events.

In late July, the park district will host its

44th annual 16-inch No Glove National Soft-

ball Tournament, featuring premier area

teams competing on immaculate ballfields.

Plenty of food and drinks will be for sale

during the four-day softball spectacle. For-

est Parks own in-house team, the Roadrun-

ners, headlines a gaggle of talented clubs

hoping to dethrone two-time defending

champion, Flashback.

Of course, the Forest Park Aquatic Cen-

ter is another major draw for the park, andthis summer should be no exception. The

FPAC is a zero-depth, 367,000 gallon pool

that features two drop slides, two flume

slides, a diving board and lap lanes, along

with a sprayground and sand-play area.

With fun events like Family Float Nights,

Hawaiian Luau, Flick and Float, Welcome

to the Jungle and Christmas in July all

taking place in the water and poolside,

people can catch a wave of non-stop fun

and excitement. The aquatic center also

offers various swim lessons and classes for

all ages.

The park district is also offering assorted

arts and crafts classes for kids and summer

day camps. Other specific camps include

mini soccer camp, teen summer camp, per-

forming arts camps, summer art, track and

field, and a balloon ball camp.

Finally, fun is not restricted for kids

only around the expansive Forest

Park grounds. Adults can check out

classes like Tae Kwon Do, spin-

ning, kick boxing, zumba,

yoga, Frisbee, kickball and

sewing.

I love seeing peopleactive around the park,

Piekarz said. Its a place

where people go to get to gether and have

fun. It calls for some 16-hour days for me,

but I love what Im doing. This is an excit-

ing time of the year for us at the park.

Forest Park prepares to hold courtPark district to debut new tennis courts, feature assortment of summer fun

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