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| Sam Maguire's in Orland Park to be auctioned off at judicial sale on June 8. |
By Bob Bong
Southland Savvy
Sam Maguire’s Irish Pub, which closed suddenly on Jan. 8, will be sold at a court-ordered judicial sale in Chicago on June 8.
“All the parties involved wanted to move this sale along,” said Michael Coughlin, an attorney with Burke & Handley, who is handling the case.
A foreclosure lawsuit was filed by State Bank of Countryside in September 2011 against the popular Orland Park restaurant at 39 Orland Square Drive. The bank was seeking more than $2.2 million from restaurant owners Michael Wilke, Marian Wilke and MTT Investments LLC.
At the time of the closing in January, a spokeswoman for State Bank of Countryside said the foreclosure was not a factor.
"We had nothing to do with their closing," said Mary McNally, a loan officer at the State Bank of Countryside branch in Homer Glen.
Coughlin said there were initial fears the property might be damaged after the closing but the building was secured and a receiver was appointed to safeguard the property.
Coughlin wouldn’t speculate on how many bidders would attend the June 8 sale, which is being handled by The Judicial Sale Corp.
“It depends on the general public’s interest,” he said.
Sam Maguire’s had been for sale for months before it closed with an asking price of $2.7 million. The property is still listed at online realty websites as being for sale with an asking price of $2.2 million.
The closing in January caught employees and patrons completely by surprise. Many of them posted messages on the pub’s website lamenting its shutdown.
Caribou Coffee Closing in Homewood
A decision to close the Caribou Coffee shop at 2010 W. 183rd St. in Homewood on Sunday has caused quite a ruckus in town.
Why not join the conversation at the Homewood-Flossmoor Patch, which has gotten lots of comments about the move.
Joy’s Best Friends 3rd Annual Open House
Joy’s Best Friends Best Bites will host its third annual open house from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. tomorrow at 13034 S. LaGrange Road in Palos Park. Leashed pets are always welcome.
There will be free gifts and raffles with proceeds going to WAGS Animal Assisted Therapy, which will have some of its therapy dogs on hand.
For information, call 708-448-1515 or
visit Joy's Best Friends.
Homewood Farmer’s Market returns Saturday
Homewood is celebrating the 30th anniversary this year of its farmer’s market, which returns tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Village Hall parking lot. The market runs until Oct. 20.
Besides the usual fresh food, drinks, vegetables and flowers, this year the market features Green Thumb Saturdays from 9:30-10:15 a.m. in the Village Hall Council Chambers. The free program will be offered each month by University of Illinois master gardeners who will help both novice and experienced gardeners.
Charter Fitness Offers Free Passes to Military
Charter Fitness is giving free gym passes to any member of the military on short-term leave from active duty.
The Orland Park-based fitness chain also is waiving joining fees for locally-based members of the military and their spouses and children. This deal also applies to local police and firefighters and their families.
Service personnel home on leave need only present their IDs and leave papers to qualify for the free passes, which are good for the duration of their leave and entitle them to full use of Charter Fitness locations.
For information and locations,
visit Charter Fitness.
RoccoVino’s Grand Opening
RoccoVino’s Italian Restaurant, which opened to the public on May 7, will hold its ribbon cutting and grand opening at 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 22, at its new home at 11255 W. 143rd St. For information, call the chamber at 708-349-2972.
Orland Township Job Fair on Tuesday
Orland Township is hosting a free job fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, May 22, at the township activity center, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave. in Orland Park.
Companies scheduled to attend include Western and Southern Financial Group, Home Instead Senior Care, Palos Community Hospital, Waddell & Reed Financial Advisors, Bridgestone Retail Operations, Marquette Bank, Avon, Cintas, Bath & Body Works, Chiro One Wellness Centers, Corn Products International, Plastipak Packaging, Governors State University, Prudential Insurance, Illinois Department of Employment Security, Pace Suburban Bus Company, Express, Primerica, All State Insurance, Rodan and Field Dermotologists and Farmers Insurance Group.
Business attire is required and attendants should bring updated resumes.
For information,
visit Orland Township Job Fair. Employers interested in participating may call 708-403-4222.
Bridge Teen Center Open House
The Bridge Teen Center, 15555 S. 71st Court in Orland Park, will host a Community Open House tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to celebrate its second anniversary.
The event is open to the public and is designed to raise awareness of the importance of afterschool programs in the community. Free food from Famous Dave's, free gelato from Nonna's, live music from student band Sugar Rush, a student-led cupcake culinary demo, facility tours, and a preview of summer programs will be available throughout the day.
For information, call 708-532-0500 or
visit The Bridge Teen Center.
Old Orland Sidewalk Sale
Susie's Trunk Show & Emporium, 9959 W. 143rd St., is one of the Old Orland Antique Shops holding a community sidewalk sale on Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information, call 708-364-9336 or
visit Old Orland Antique Shops. Other shops include Anna B’s, Beacon Hill, On the Road Again and the General Store.
Deal of Next Week: Free Original Chicken Sandwiches
If you like Chick-fil-A original chicken sandwiches, head to the Orland Park store for a freebie from 4-8 p.m. on Monday, May 21.
If you see a new business in town or wonder what happened to an old favorite, drop me a line at bobbong@hotmail.com.
You can also catch up on Comings & Goings in other parts of the Southland at www.southlandbusinessnews.blogspot.com.
