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2023 READERS CHOICE ISSUE Celebrating the ‘Best of the Best’, Voted by Our Readers Another year of celebrating local faves! It’s Glancer Magazine’s most anticipated issue of the year, celebrating the 2023 Readers’ Choice ‘Best of the Best’ award winners. Once again, we announce 150 winners in 50 categories in 3 counties– DuPage, Kane & Ken-dall. Voting opened up in the Spring for the 13th year, inviting our readers and supporters to nominate their local favorites for this special award of distinction. Congratulations to our winners! Other highlights include 7 Spectacular Outdoor Dining Hot Spots and 10 Trends In New Din-ing Destinations, plus many more captivating features you’ll love. Summer is still in full swing and you’ll love our other features high-lighting events, concerts, outdoor festivals, open air markets and more. Enjoy and thank you for reading and for supporting local! Lindy Kleivo Founder and Publishing Director AUGUST 2023TABLE OF CONTENTSPUBLISHER Glancer Magazine, Inc. PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Lindy Kleivo Sales & Marketing / Founder EDITORIAL Kristen Kucharski Columnist / Writer Mindy Kyle Columnist / Writer Brianna Bartemeyer Features Writer PHOTOGRAPHY Mike Catuara Event Photographer Ruta Drulia Feature Photographer Laura Ramirez-Nunez Feature Photographer C O N T A C T U S EDITORIAL Press Releases, Community News & Events editorial@glancermagazine.com ADVERTISING Digital Advertising + Local Marketing Solutions advertising@glancermagazine.com SUBSCRIPTIONS Monthly Download + Daily Digital www.glancermagazine.comGlancer® Magazine, highlighting the best of DuPage, Kane & Kendall Counties, is produced by Glancer® Magazine, Inc. Glancer Magazine, GlancerMagazine.com. You’ve Been Glanced® and the Glancer® logo are registered trademarks of Glancer Magazine, Inc. All rights reserved. Maga-zine reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited. AUGUST 2023 | Vol 17, Issue 212 LOCAL FAVES Celebrating the ‘Best of the Best’, Voted by Our Readers Another year of celebrating local faves! It’s Glancer Magazine’s most anticipated issue of the year, celebrating the 2023 Readers’ Choice ‘Best of the Best’ award winners. Subscribe for daily, weekly and monthly updates at www.GlancerMagazine.com ©Copyright 2023 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine, Inc. AAUUGGUUSSTT 22002233®5 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 Scene Around Suburbia in Naperville 9 5 Things to Do 10 10 Trends: In New Dining Destinations 12 Cover: Local Faves, Meet the Owners 21 ‘Best of the Best’ 2023 Winners Announced 33 Literary Local: Florence Ann Romano 34 Dining + Cocktails: Gia Mia in Downers Grove 36 Unique in Suburbia: Krema Coffee in Plainfield 40 Trendy Traveler: Largo Resort in Key Largo 42 Million Dollar Listing: Waterfront on Geneva 45 Bliss: 2023 Wedding Guide 57 Shop Gallery: Featuring the Hottest Shops 69 On Stage: Ring of Fire at Drury Lane 71 Kitchen Design: Meet Catherine Sanzeri 72 RHON: What’s to Love About Shuckin’ Shack 76 Realtor Elite: Meet Debbie Lendino 78 Kid Stuff: Tour de Naperville & More! 80 Community Living: Not to Miss Events 72 Moms Little Black Book: Kayak Chicago 96 To Give, To Inspire: This Runs for Jack 100 7 Spectacular Outdoor Dining Hot Spots www.glancermagazine.comGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 5Lindy is Pictured with Jill Card at the Shaun Cassidy Concert at Arcada Theater Last Summer - a Favorite Memory!

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Naperville Farmer’s Market (July 29) YOU’VE BEEN GLANCED!–The Nap-erville Farmer's Market at 5th Avenue Station is a proud part of the Naperville living experience! Every Saturday, local farmers and vendors come together to bring farm-fresh produce, delicious arti-san foods, unique handmade crafts, and more to the people of Naperville. Grab some breakfast from one of the many food stands while you explore all that the market has to offer. Whether you’re a lifelong Napervillian, just visit-ing, or somewhere in between, the market is a great way to connect with the local community and get some of the freshest ingredients around. Stop by and see what the market has in store for you this Saturday! Photos by Mike Catuara scenearoundsuburbiaVIEW COMPLETE ALBUM ONLINE AT GLANCERMAGAZINE.COMYOU’VE BEEN GLANCEDGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 7

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3. JoJo’s Shakebar Mix It Mondays Mixology Classes HELD ON MONDAYS • 21+ NAPERVILLE–Shake things up with this perfect opportunity to take your bartending skills to the next level! Each class will showcase two of JoJo's Favor-ite Speciality Cocktails. Mondays: Smokin' Hot Blonde + Cotton Candy Martini Tuesdays: Crazy, Sexy, Cool + Blueberry Gin & Juice Wednesdays: Ferris Mule..R + Not Sangria Thursdays: Smokin' Hot Blonde + Cotton Candy Martini Expert instructors will guide you and teach you techniques like shaking, stir-ring, and muddling, as well as how to bal-ance flavors and create your own signature cocktails. Guests must be 21+. For tickets https://bit.ly/3OvWgpD1. Honey & Beer Farm Dinner HERITAGE PRAIRIE FARM AUGUST 17 ELBURN–This annual classic Heritage Prairie Farm event celebrates the honey harvest in August. This year they will be pairing with Alter Brewing Co. to provide the evening’s brews. Beers are included in the ticket price. There will be a cash bar for wine & spirits. Reserve today! www.heritageprairiefarm.comAUGUST 20235 Things to Do4. Studio 64 AT ARCADA THEATRE ST. CHARLES–Bringing the Studio 54 vibe to St. Charles...to make your own history. Studio 64 is a NEW club, located within the Arcada Theatre, on the 2nd Floor. Light bites and cocktails available for purchase. www.oshows.com/studio-64/ 5. FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS Downtown Glen Ellyn • August 26 & 27 GLEN ELLYN–Enjoy our outdoor lakeside fine arts festival with more than 50 booths, award winning artists, a fiber fest and space to wander, relax and listen to live folk music! www.downtownglenellyn.com/event/ festival-of-the-arts/2. Bottomless Mimosa Brunch CRAFT URBAN • Saturdays • 10am-2:30pm GENEVA–Come enjoy Craft Urban’s unique ver-sion of Brunch featuring innovative interpreta-tions of familiar Brunch Classics and Craft Urban's Signature Brunch Punch with Bottom-less Mimosa's. How fun! www.crafturban.comGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 9

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10TRENDSNew Local Dining Destinations Now’s the Perfect Time to Try Someplace New.... As the western suburbs continue to expand, so do the flavors that entice our palettes at these many new dining destinations. Be the first to experience the city’s newest hot spots! #1 | Craft’D YORKVILLE–Major Threat Restaurant Group has arrived in Yorkville! Owners Corey Knowles of Montgomery and Barry Michael of Oswego also own Craft'd in South Plain-field. The restaurant is all about fun, food, drinks and good times and features smoked meats and oversized portions of unique dishes, 20 beers on tap, and a full bar with hand-crafted cocktails. www.thecraftdlife.com #2 | Maypole WHEATON–Familiar food with Filipino-American roots is now open in Wheaton. May-pole brings a warm celebration of artistry in food, drink, and hospitality and pulls to-gether international flavors through the lens of classic American comfort foods. www.gatheratmaypole.com 10 TRENDS10 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine Pictured is Maypole, New to Wheaton Photos by Mike Catuara

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#3 | Ella’s Italian Pub GENEVA–The family-friendly dining experience at Ella’s starts with their handcrafted dough, accented by creative Italian pub-style street food offerings, such as bruschetta pie, calamari fritto misto, and pineapple+smoke prosciutto. When you combine it together with an extensive wine list, you discover an Italian culinary journey that can’t be missed. www.ellasitalianpub.com #4 | Burnt Barrel Social SUGAR GROVE–Enjoy the intimate, casual, comfortable lounge while enjoying food and libations centered around the freshest ing-redients at Burnt Barrel Social. Each dish is unique and built around locally sourced meats, cheeses, and produce. The flavors come to-gether to make American comfort food that’s undeniably delicious with blended seasonings, artisan bread, and scratch-made dress-ings. www.burntbarrelsugargrove.com #5 | Subourbon WHEATON–Totally new and totally unique, Subourbon is a collabo-rative venture from Blackberry Market, 302 Wheaton, and Common Goods Cocktail offering limited membership access to a private whisky and wine establishment that is experimenting with a new era of customer experience within an old world environment. They will be open to the public every Sunday in the main bar area and "Vault Room". www.subourbon.bar #6 | Dukes Northwoods ST. CHARLES–Steve Mayer, owner of Flagship on the Fox, raised the standard, bringing a slice of Wisconsin to downtown St Charles with the creation of Dukes Northwoods, a classic Wisconsin vintage tavern style bar with classic food and drinks reimagined for a modern take on "Grandpa's Favorites". www.dukesnorthwoods.com #7 | Entourage NAPERVILLE–From the creators of VAI’s in Naperville, Entourage is the first of its kind, where Mindfully Crafted meets Kitchen + Cock-tails, blending an urban vibe with casual sophistication and a touch of Midwestern hospitality. It is unique in every way and will have you eating in an entirely new way from organic Kale Caesar to deli-cious Maine Lobster Bisque, there will be something for everyone. www.entouragerestaurant.com #8 | The James GENEVA–The James is a new social experience in a historic house, located on the iconic 3rd street in downtown Geneva. A place where the food and drinks rival (but complement) each other, allowing food lovers to indulge in their passion. The James is one of just 2,001 restaurants in the world to be recognized for their wine list--which has 90 hand selected, exquisite and hard to find offerings. www.thejamesgeneva.com #9 | Oak and Bean OSWEGO–Oak + Bean is a specialty coffee and wine bar serving single origin specialty grade coffee that is roasted from their sister company Krema Coffee Roasters in Plainfield, I, and hand selected wines from regions around the world. With a focus on service and quality, they serve freshly made pastries from Krema, sandwiches, charcuterie boards, and other made to order items. www.oakandbeanco.com #10 | Ramsey’s Kitchen NAPERVILLE–Take a seat at Chef Gordon Ramsay's table of culi-nary experiences across the globe. From well-known favorites like Beef Wellington and Sticky Toffee Pudding to local cuisine with a twist, Ramey’s Kitchen takes ordinary to extraordinary. www.gordonramsayrestaurants.com/en/us/ramsays-kitchen 10 TRENDSGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 11Pictured is Ramsay’s Kitchen, New to Naperville Photo by Mike Catuara

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LISLE–Autumn is a Lisle resident of 30 years, an active Lisle Township Trustee, mother of three, and self-proclaimed “queen of connecting the dots”, gathering friends and family over her almost-famous gumbo. As the owner of The Collective LHE + Mak-ery, Autumn has worn many hats, and lived a life full of experiences. “I wanted to create a space where you could shop inspired and create in community,” she says. “This was initially inspired by the book The Red Tent. In biblical times, women would go to the red tent for birthing, illness, etc., and the other women would take care of them. Regardless of the strife that may exist outside of the tent, inside you were sisters. When people come in the first time, they never leave a stranger. It's just the energy of the shop that “feels” different from other retail shops.” Her mission is to have you shop inspired and create in community. Autumn’s lifestyle bou-tique features goods that touch all aspects of life with a commitment to woman owned brands, hosting live interactive events, and providing space to small makers and pro-ducts that give back to charitable causes, such as The Sharing Connections. The Collective LHE & Makery is her first brick and mortar business bringing her love of creating experiences, event planning and curating beautiful apparel, home decor and gifts into a creative space. Trending for 2023 are semi precious gemstone earring and beaded jewelry, kimonos, graphic tees, cus-tom and personalized wood trays, the Soit La lumiere candle club, and custom curated gift boxes, with the added bonus of free local delivery. –Kristen Kucharski, Photos by Ruta Drulia Photography COVER STORYGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 13Autumn Geist Owner Shares About Her Passion Project that is Loved Locally– The Collective, A Lifestyle Boutique +Makery in Lisle

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 15COVER STORYDOWNERS GROVE–Angela’s family moved to England when she was 7. She attended Leigh College and received the City and Guilds of London Institute Diploma; and then enhanced her education in Electrolysis and Esthetics. When Anglea was 20 years old, she moved back to Illinois and continued working in the skincare industry before opening up her own business, Simply Beautiful Day Spa, main-taining her focus on using healthy, non-inva-sive treatments and products to create healthy glowing skin. Over the course of 29 years of being in busi-ness, Angela wanted to incorporate wellness into the spa to be able to help clients with their mind and body; alleviating stress, and rejuvenating their spirit from the inside out. Simply Beautiful emerged into a Day Spa and Salt Therapy Room providing a wide va-riety of services including high-performance facial and body treatments, massage ther-apy, electrolysis, natural nail services, and salt therapy. From the very beginning, Angela knew she wanted to create a safe working environment for her staff. She offers flexible hours that can be changed and accommodated to life’s many changes. The majority of Simply Beau-tiful’s staff has been with us for over 15 years, and some since opening day. Angela volunteered for many years for the Look Good, Feel Better program at Edwards Hospital, donated a percentage of sales to the Glen Ellyn Food Pantry, contributed to Noah’s Hope, hosts annual Client Apprecia-tion Events sponsoring different charities, and continues to make people feel Simply Beautiful.–Kristen Kucharski, Photos by Ruta Drulia Photography Angela Horejs Spa Owner Shares About Her Beautiful Day Spa that is Loved Locally– Simply Beautiful Day Spa in Downers Grove

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COVER STORY Amy Blood and Sarah Griffin Kane Cabinetry Design Co Owners Share on this Local Fave ST CHARLES Founders Amy Blood Sarah Griffin and their dedicated team are committed to the community As longtime St Charles residents with more than 30 years of building and design experience they are members of the St Charles Chamber of Commerce have conducted a supply drive for Mutual Ground have sponsored a Hope for Haitians fundraiser are members of St Patrick Parish and their Marriage Preparation Ministry are involved in Community Cares through Community Christian Church support the Wings Program and Literacy Volunteers of Fox Valley and sponsor a local U14 basketball team When they noticed friends wrestling with home projects and frustrated by dealing with multiple vendors for tile cabinets countertops and more it became clear that the remodeling process was complex and incredibly time consuming for many homeowners That s when the idea for Kane Home Cabinetry Design emerged We thought why not create a boutique where clients can make their selections in one place and be guided through the entire process Amy says of her kitchen and bath renovation boutique in downtown St Charles IL We wanted to create an environment where turning dreams into a reality is an enjoyable journey not a stressful task Today Kane Home Cabinetry Design manages every aspect of the building and remodeling process in one place By including design services with cabinetry purchases they ensure continuity and seamless integration of the design elements Amy and her team are proud of their reputation for making dreams a reality by combining functionality with timeless trends Kristen Kucharski Photos by Laura Ramirez Nunez Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2023 WESTERN SUBURBS 17

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COVER STORY Mandy Buerster The Owner of Magnolia Soap and Bath Company Shares About Her Unique Shop Why It s a Dream Come True ST CHARLES It always starts with a dream and that was the case for Mandy a seasoned nurse and t shirt business owner who longed for a brick and mortar storefront that represented something she was passionate about Having lived in St Charles with her husband Troy of 28 years and having graduated their three children from St Charles North High School Mandy knew the community longed for fellowship and dreamed that Magnolia would be that for many of customers also offering workshops parties and girls night out functions We love sharing our space with our community that has supported us so well she shares We are all plant based We use very limited ingredients in our products Our soaps are very eye catching colored with our bright mica powders We offer both essential oil and fragrance products Our fragrances are all phthalate and paraben free Most products have organic shea butter which is extremely hydrating and it has been It is SO MUCH more than soap Mandy says We have been able to submerge ourselves in St Charles and give back to so many charities and organizations because of the amazing support and customer base As the owner and operator of Magnolia Soap and Bath Company in St Charles Mandy makes all of her products in house in front One of Mandy s favorite things about owning Magnolia is her local community involvement and monthly Hope in Soap program that donates proceeds to a designated charity for a specific soap year round Laughter is timeless imagination has no age and dreams are forever Walt Disney Kristen Kucharski Photos by Laura Ramirez Nunez Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2023 WESTERN SUBURBS 19

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Art Festivals DUPAGE Riverwalk Fine Art Fair, Naperville KANE Geneva Arts Fair, Geneva KENDALL LUNAFEST, Oswego Day at the Museum DUPAGE DuPage Children’s Museum, Naperville KANE Fabyan Villa Museum & Japanese Garden, Batavia KENDALL Little White School House, Oswego Creative Studio DUPAGE The Makery at The Collective, Lisle KANE Magnolia Soap & Bath Co, St. Charles KENDALL Blooming Succulents, Oswego Artisan Market DUPAGE Naperville Artisan Market, Naperville KANE Rustic Fox Farmer & Artisan Market, North Aurora KENDALL Oswego Country Market, Oswego Performing Arts Theater DUPAGE Brightside Theatre, Naperville KANE Paramount Theatre, Aurora KENDALL YPAC, Yorkville 22 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer MagazineArts + EntertainmentThe Makery at The CollectiveDuPage Children’s Museum

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Salon & Hair Care DUPAGE Company Bliss Salon, Naperville KANE O2 Salon, Geneva KENDALL Stephen Alan Salon, Yorkville Every Day Spa Treatments DUPAGE Elegante Salon & Spa, Naperville KANE Pür Bliss Med Spa, Geneva KENDALL Infinity Designs Beauty Bar, Oswego Anti-Aging / Skincare DUPAGE Simply Beautiful Spa, Downers Grove KANE Simply Crystal Electrolysis & Skin Care, St. Charles KENDALL Infinity Designs Beauty Bar, Oswego Cosmetic Dentistry DUPAGE Naperville Cosmetic Dentistry, Naperville KANE Hamilton House Dentistry, Geneva KENDALL Valley View Dental, Montgomery Beautiful YouCosmetic Procedures DUPAGE The John Bull Center, Naperville KANE Concierge Aesthetics and Plastic Surgery, Geneva KENDALL Infinity Designs Beauty Bar, OswegoGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 23Concierge Aesthetics and Plastic SurgeryElegante Salon & Spa

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24 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer MagazineShopping Destination DUPAGE Downtown Naperville, Naperville KANE Geneva Commons, Geneva KENDALL Hudson House, Oswego Summer Music Venue DUPAGE Naper Nights at Naper Settlement, Naperville KANE RiverEdge Park, Aurora KENDALL PrairieFest, Oswego Park District Facility DUPAGE Paddleboat Quarry, Naperville KANE Peck Farm, Geneva KENDALL Fox River Trail, Oswego Charitable Organization DUPAGE Bridge Communities, Glen Ellyn KANE Fox Valley Special Rec Association, Aurora KENDALL CASA Kendall County, YorkvilleSpecial Needs Resources DUPAGE SEASPAR, Downers Grove KANE FVSRA, Aurora KENDALL Stephanie’s Academy of Dance Special Stars - Montgomery Community LivingGeneva CommonsNaper Nights

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 25Brunch DUPAGE Granite City, Naperville KANE The Graceful Ordinary, St. Charles KENDALL Ginger + Soul, Yorkville Craft Cocktails DUPAGE The Common Good Cocktail House, Glen Ellyn KANE The Walrus Room, Geneva KENDALL Craft’d, Yorkville Dining Events DUPAGE Maggiano’s, Naperville KANE Heritage Prairie Farm, Elburn KENDALL Gray’s Mill Estate, Montgomery Outdoor Patio DUPAGE Gia Mia, Naperville KANE La Mesa Modern Mexicana, St. Charles KENDALL Hacienda Real, Yorkville Live Music DUPAGE The Piazza, Aurora KANE Evenflow, Geneva KENDALL The Roadhouse Bar & Grille, Yorkville Dining + EntertainmentCraft’dThe Walrus Room

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Pur Bliss Med Spa Health Wellness Prana Yoga Center Weight Loss Center Yoga Studio DUPAGE Options Medical WeightLoss Naperville KANE Pur Bliss Medspa St Charles KENDALL A Beautiful You Yorkville Family Fitness Facility DUPAGE Next Yoga Wheaton KANE Prana Yoga Center Geneva KENDALL Sense of Samadhi Yorkville Family Dentistry DUPAGE Fort Hill Fitness Center Naperville DUPAGE Riverwalk Family Dental Naperville KANE Vaughan Athletic Center Aurora KANE Fairway Family Dental Geneva KENDALL Fox ValleyFamily YMCA Plano KENDALL Valley View Dental Montgomery Mental Health Provider DUPAGE Advanced Behavioral Health Naperville KANE Pica and Associates St Charles 28 WESTERN SUBURBS AUGUST 2023 Glancer Magazine KENDALL Family Counseling Service Oswego

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 27Summer Festival DUPAGE Naperville Jaycees Last Fling, Naperville KANE Swedish Days, Geneva KENDALL PrairieFest, Oswego Give Back Gala DUPAGE GiGi’s Playhouse Fox Valley, Aurora KANE Rising Lights Project, Geneva KENDALL CASA Kendall County, Yorkville WINE FEST DUPAGE Cosley Zoo Uncorked, Wheaton KANE Live & Uncorked, Blackberry Farm, Aurora KENDALL Wine On the Fox, Oswego BREW FEST DUPAGE Naperville Ale Fest, Naperville KANE Hops for Hope 5 K Brewfest, St. Charles KENDALL Brew at the Bridge, Oswego Holiday Themed Event DUPAGE Naperville Trolley Christmas Lights Tour, Naperville KANE Holiday Homecoming, St. Charles KENDALL Oswego Christmas Walk, Oswego Local EventsCosley Zoo Uncorked, WheatonNaperville Ale Fest

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Kane Cabinetry Design Home Garden Bruss Landscaping Real Estate Group Landscaping Designer DUPAGE Penny O Brien Group Baird Warner Naperville KANE Holzl Homes Keller Williams Inspire Geneva KENDALL The Hill Team Coldwell Banker Oswego Kitchen Designer DUPAGE Bruss Landscaping Wheaton KANE Blue Hills Batavia KENDALL Ground Effects Outdoor Living Yorkville Exterior Enhancement DUPAGE Tupelo Lane Designs Naperville DUPAGE Opal Exteriors Naperville KANE Kane Home Cabinetry St Charles KANE M TExteriors Geneva KENDALL AMKitchen and Bath Yorkville KENDALL Powell Sons Oswego Basement Remodeler DUPAGE Sebring Napervillle KANE Hogan Design Construction Geneva 28 WESTERN SUBURBS AUGUST 2023 Glancer Magazine KENDALL Remodeling Pros Oswego

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 29Sports & Recreation Facility DUPAGE Players Indoor, Naperville KANE Excel Gymnastics, Geneva KENDALL Go For It Sports Dome, Yorkville Learning & Enrichment DUPAGE. Career Vision, Glen Ellyn KANE Kumon Math & Reading Center, Geneva KENDALL Grace Holistic Center, Yorkville Baby-Inspired Shop DUPAGE A Baby Naturally, Wheaton KANE Arlo & Hendrix, Batavia / North Aurora / St. Charles KENDALL Lil’ Emm's Children’s Boutique, Oswego Toys & Game Shop DUPAGE Anderson’s Toyshop, Naperville KANE Learning Express, Geneva KENDALL Game Stop, OswegoChildren’s Apparel Shop DUPAGE M & Em’s, Glen Ellyn KANE Flair on Third, Geneva KENDALL Lil’ Emm's Children’s Boutique, Oswego Kids + TeensArlo HendrixCareer Vision

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Multi-Vendor Marketplace DUPAGE Wyckwood House, Wheaton KANE Trend + Relic, St. Charles KENDALL Hudson House, Oswego Everyday Apparel Shop DUPAGE Karisma Boutique, Naperville KANE Jeans and a Cute Top Shop KENDALL Bella-Gia Boutique, Oswego Gift & Keepsake Shop DUPAGE Evelyn Jane, Downers Grove KANE The Little Traveler, Geneva KENDALL Floral Experssions & Gifts, Oswego Food & Wine Shop DUPAGE Olive n’ Vinnie’s, Glen Ellyn KANE Geneva Wine Cellars & Tasting Room, Geneva KENDALL Fox Valley Winery, OswegoOn Trend Accessory Shop DUPAGE Jeans & a Cute Top Shop, Wheaton KANE House of 423, Batavia KENDALL Melissa Jean Boutique, Oswego 30 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer MagazineShops + BoutiquesTrend + RelicHudson House

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Ceremony Venue DUPAGE Naper Settlement, Naperville KANE Herrington Inn, Geneva KENDALL Ashley Farm, Yorkville Wedding Reception VENUE DUPAGE Danada House, Wheaton KANE Revelry 675, Batavia KENDALL Venue 5126, Oswego Hotel Accommodations DUPAGE Hotel Indigo, Naperville KANE Hotel Baker, St. Charles KENDALL The Montcler Hotel, Sandwich Vacation Planning DUPAGE Fun N’ Travel, Wheaton KANE Wilson Travel & Cruise, St. Charles KENDALL Oswego Travel Agency, OswegoRehearsal Dinner Venue DUPAGE Elements at Water Street, Naperville KANE Graceful Ordinary, St. Charles KENDALL Craft’d, YorkvilleGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 31Wedding + TravRevelry 675Naper Settlement

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by Mindy Kyle Photos SubmittedFlorence Ann Romano Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life HINSDALE–During the Covid-19 pandemic, Hinsdale resident and personal growth strategist Florence Ann Romano felt the loss of her support systems, like so many others did. Our communities were ripped away from us. Once it was time for the world to reconnect, she noticed people seemed to be having a very hard time doing so. “I wanted everyone to know that no matter what type of village they were born into, they had the power to choose their people for a sup-port community,” says Florence Ann. “Everyone has heard the phrase ‘It takes a village,’ but how exactly do we find our village, and who is in it?” In her most recent book, Build Your Village: A Guide to Finding Joy and Community in Every Stage of Life, Florence Ann answers these questions, helping you to build an effective personal community. From identifying the six types of villagers needed to complete a fully functional village to what to do when you have lost your community, this book serves as a step-by-step guide complete with quizzes, gut-check questions, and action steps to find meaningful connections. A copy of Build Your Village can be found locally at the Bookstore of Glen Ellyn or Barnes and Noble Oakbrook. It is also available online at Amazon and all major retailers. LITERAARRYYlocalKNOW A LOCAL AUTHOR? We’d Love to Meet Them! Introduce Us at editorial@glancermagazine.com

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DINING COCKTAILS DINING 34 WESTERN SUBURBS AUGUST 2023 Glancer Magazine A DINING EXPERIENCE NEXT STOP DOWNERS GROVE GIAMIAAWAITS DOWNERSGROVE One of the most loved local restaurants is Gia Mia With locations in 6 west suburban communities its no wonder this Italian favorite is a go to for so many With menus driven by chef driven farm to fork food concepts such as Neapolitan style wood fired pizzas creative small plates fresh pasta and hand made mozzarella craft beers cocktails restauranteur Brian Goewey s culinary vision and business adventure continues to inspire When it comes to cooking he knows a thing or two about it He also understands that the more one can plan out a menu in advance the better By applying this simple principle it gives one more time to cook and enjoy it Planning being passionate about cooking having entrepreneurial foresight and drive are the key ingredients that have helped him achieve success in every restaurant venture he partakes in Chef Goewey has been involved in as well as partially responsible for the opening of over 50 restaurants ranging from quick serve style to high end 5 star restaurants Learn more onine today and make your next reservation www giamia com

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 35DINING + COCKTAILSHead to Vern’s for One of the Best Mojito’s Around ELGIN–If you haven’t been yet, you are truly missing out! Classic design meets modern hospitality at this unique bar located Down-town Elgin. Vern’s specializes in vintage style cocktails, hand crafted beverages, specialty wines and of course a good ole fash-ioned beer. Stop by and enjoy on eof their classic or lavender Ba-cardi mojitos. Shaken with fresh mint and poured to perfection. Rumor has it, it’s one of the best in the ‘burbs! www.vernstavern.comCCoocckkttaaiillssLove Long Islands? If So, You’ll Love Tap House Grill WESTERN SUBURBS– Established in 2006, Tap House Grill has been serving up Addictive Foods & Creative Brews throughout the Chicago Suburbs. With 7 locations in operation, you’re never far from the delicious food and exceptional beer! Indulge in the refreshing taste of their scrumptious Long Islands to escape the summer heat and sip your worries away. Cheers to you! www.thetaphousegrill.com Cheers to Summer Winding Down! Toast with Friends at Bev’s VISIT THIS DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE HOT SPOT NAPERVILLE– Cheers to the great summer wind down! Stop in at Bev’s & treat yourself to a house fave - Bev’s E.R.G. Tequila Old-Fashioned mixed with E.R.G. Tequila O.F. Empire Restaurant Group Private Label Codigo 1530 reposado, vanilla-cinnamon simple, or-ange bitters and walnut bitters. How tasty! www.bevsnaperville.com

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KREMA COFFEE HOUSE IN PLAINFIELD ST. CHARLES–It complements pastries, toast and donuts. It pairs well with nestled reading nooks, the Sunday morning newspaper and conversation with friends. It’s suggested for first dates, morning boosts and awakening the senses. What is it? Coffee. Did you know 66% of Americans (surveyed in 2022) drink coffee every day? It’s officially America’s most popular beverage. Why the obsession? It’s part of our societal fabric. And if we examine the history of coffee, it’s actually quite ‘patriotic’ of us. What better way to protest the excessive tax on tea, than to redirect one's passion for drink? As the British say ... brilliant! Coffee became known as ‘America's National Drink’. Soon thereafter, coffee houses popped up and became gathering places … which still rings true today. Coffee lovers' brand loyalty is something that could spark the heav-iest of debates (rivaling that of a 90s boy band debate) - but, all-in- all there is a need for supporting local economic growth. And local coffee shops are lifelines in our communities. A place for study groups, meet-ups with friends, business interviews, celebrations and gatherings. Introducing: Krema Coffee House in Plainfield. KCH opened in 2017 and roasts high-quality, small-batch coffee. Its focus is local - milk, produce, syrups and honey are sourced lo-cally. They sell: coffee, tea, baked-in-house pastries, craft toasts, sandwiches and salads. Be sure to try the Brown Sugar Bacon Gouda breakfast sandwich, Honey Lavender Latte and Cinnamon Roll (Ronda Rousey approved!). This beloved coffee shop just ex-panded to Lockport in 2022, too. Enjoy the artwork, live music and unique lattes. Here’s to positive energy, shared experiences and fueled afternoon-pick-me-ups. UNIQUEby Brianna Bartemeyer Photos Submittedin SuburbiaUNIQUE IN SUBURBIA36 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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TRENDY TRAVELERTrendY Why You Should Add this Bali-Inspired Resort Your Travel Bucketlist KEY LARGO–Largo Resort is a one-of-a-kind, Bali-inspired luxury resort in the Florida Keys. It sits on a scenic private stretch of beach with breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico. Rentyl Resorts is pleased to announce and welcome Largo Resort in Key Largo, Florida, to its ever-expanding global portfolio of lux-ury accommodations. Rentyl Resorts has signed a Full Manage-ment Agreement with the Resort, which will see Rentyl managing the day-to-day operations of the property including housekeeping, maintenance, security, and resort services, along with all Sales, Marketing and Revenue Management efforts. President of Rentyl Resorts, Vince Angelo says, “Largo Resort is a gem of a property in beautiful Key Largo. The setting and accom-modations are unique, tranquil and give the traveler a true experi-ence of remoteness in a tropical island setting. We are super excited to have the Largo Resort ownership and team join the Rentyl family and look forward to continuing to deliver and develop World Class products and services at this special Resort.”The Beautiful Largo Resort in Key LargoTraveler40 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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TRENDY TRAVELERA BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE The lush landscape, along with the resort’s amazing western shore lo-cation, gives travelers some of the most breathtaking sunsets and views imaginable. Largo Resort has hosted numerous weddings and it is easy to see why brides select this venue for their special day! A sparkling jewel of Key Largo, Largo Resort immerses you in a spec-tacularly green and tropical world abundant with wildlife roaming the ground of this unique property. Lose yourself on a scenic stretch of beach, savor breathtaking sunsets over the Gulf of Mexico, and ex-plore the solitary Mangrove Islands. The private resort sanctuary fea-tures 6 spacious Bungalow style suites, 1 Grand Lodge, storybook wedding venues, and posh amenities like the bayfront infinity pool. Ex-perience the beauty of Largo's Secret for yourself . Enjoy an Exclusive Experience The emotional essence of 6 residential-style bungalows and 1 Grand Lodge is defined by Largo Resort’s natural green-scape and storied works of art. Here, the level of privacy, comfort, and tranquility you ex-perience in each accommodation is unmatched. From premium 3-head showers to our banquet style kitchens and personalized service, the resport’s attention to detail is second to none. Resort amenities in-clude: • Infinity Swimming Pool • Saltwater Lagoon • Private Dockage • Paddle Boards and Kayaks • Tiki Hut • Sunset Pier Book your stay today for a dream vacation like no other. www.largoresort.comGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 41

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MILLION DOLLAR lliissttiinnggWaterfront Living in Geneva Welcome to your sanctuary. This idyllic property exudes old-world charm, character, and elegance. It has a private, park-like yard that offers stunning Fox River waterfront views from a two-tier brick ter-race. Its lavish landscaping will satisfy the most discerning gardener. The large home casts an artful view into the past with unique, custom woodwork, doors, flooring, and vaulted ceilings. Every room is unique and custom. There are two large wood burning fireplaces that provide added warmth on chilly evenings. A queen size Murphy bed in the ex-pansive basement can turn this space into a fourth bedroom.(630) 894-1030 Presented by: Randy Ledbetter Brokered by: Executive Realty Group REAL ESTATE42 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine $1,300,000 132 S Bennett St, Geneva, IL 3 bed, 4.5+ bath, 5,683sqft

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OSWEGO Venue 5126 is a venue like no other in the Chicago suburbs. With our 7 acre property overlooking 300 acres of farmland, you won’t find this kind of midwest beauty and privacy anywhere else. With our wedding coordinator, in-house florist, stylist, and DJ, our team offers all you need to make your dream wedding a reality, while taking off the pressure and stresses of wedding planning. We are here with you every step of the way to ensure you can relax and enjoy your engagement! Venue 5126 offers three ceremony locations while only booking one wedding a day so we can focus solely on you. We have 2 outdoor locations, The Pergola and The Field and one indoor loca-tion, The Barn, that offers an indoor/outdoor experience. After your ceremony you and your guests will enjoy cocktail hour in the barn, and then move into our attached 3-peak tent for dinner. After dinner you will dance the night away with your friends and family back in the barn and soak up the last moments of your special day. Venue 5126 www.venue5126.com

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ST. CHARLES The Hotel Baker has established a tradition of elegance and personal service for our many married couples. No matter the season, our professional wedding specialists can assist you in creating a beautiful wedding with memories you will cherish for a lifetime. Dreaming of a beautiful outdoor ceremony? With the scenic Fox River as your backdrop, recite your wedding vows on our Water-front Patio or in our lovely Rose Garden. Then move inside to either our newly-renovated Waterfront Ball-room or our spectacular, two-tiered Rainbow Room where you’ll share your first dance as a married couple amidst the multi-col-ored lights. Your guests will be enchanted with our historic splendor, pol-ished service, and spectacular cuisine. For your rehearsal dinner, ceremony, or reception, the expertise of our wedding staff will ensure that everything, from setting to decor, is abso-lutely perfect. Our wedding menus, from traditional to unique, are designed to provide elegant dining on your special day. Let Hotel Baker turn your fantasy wedding into reality! Our dedicated wedding con-sultants are ready to assist in planning every detail of your wed-ding… Hotel Baker, St. Charles www.hotelbaker.com

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BATAVIA Located along the famous Fox River less than one mile from Downtown Batavia, Revelry 675 brings Hollywood glamour to cou-ples in the Chicago Suburbs. This brand-new show-stopping wedding & event venue was designed by renowned celebrity wed-ding planner, Shuki Moran. Shuki personally oversaw every detail when creating this space to support bringing his clients' visions to life, streamlining the entire experience from dining and dancing to cocktails and décor in a gorgeous modern motif. Be it an intimate gathering or a huge celebration, our spacious venue features a 5,000-square-foot indoor reception space that can accommodate up to 300 seated guests with an open floor plan and a stunning custom bar. Your party can move between the indoor reception space and our gorgeous 2,200-square-foot out-door patio for a memorable cocktail hour. If a breathtaking outdoor wedding is your dream, our gorgeous natural views and sweeping lawn leading to the Fox River provide a spectacular backdrop for your ceremony and unforgettable wed-ding pictures. Our exceptional venue and unsurpassed experi-ence are sure to throw a party you and your guests will remember forever! Revelry 675 675 S River Street, Batavia Info@revelry675.com | 630.940.8987 | www.revelry675.com

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AURORA The Blackberry Farm wedding team is excited to create an ex-perience which delivers a lifetime of memories for you and your guests. Our one-of-a-kind setting features country elegance and personalized service that caters to your needs – all at a value that can’t be matched. Planning the big day is a piece of cake. We’ll remove any stress, answer all your questions, and anticipate and communicate every detail in advance of your event. Our space is flexible and beautifully appointed, featuring rustic touches and country charm amidst Blackberry Farm’s historic backdrop. With a convenient location and ample parking, The Barn at Blackberry Farm is the perfect showcase for your big day. As you browse information regarding your wedding, please note that ALL packages include table and chairs at no extra cost. We hope to extend every hospitality to you along your decision-mak-ing process and are here to answer any questions or schedule a tour at your request. SPECIAL FEATURES Picturesque locations throughout Blackberry Farm, Outdoor Ceremony Options, Whiskey Barrel Cocktail Tables, Rustic Bar, Outdoor Patio and Lawn Space The Barn at Blackberry Farm Aurora • www.blackberryfarm.com/wine-food/dinner/barn

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HOME DESIGN “PEP” UP YOUR SPACE ST. CHARLES – Have you ever stared at photos of beautifully designed homes and wished you could shop everything pictured? A curated line of “designer-approved” goods hand selected by a pro and placed in one accessible shop? The Pep Line in downtown St. Charles by Peppeard Design interior designer and owner, Shannon Peppeard, offers just that! Shannon has been working with clients to create amazing spaces in their homes for over 17 years. Her full service design firm, Peppeard Design, offers a timeless yet modern aesthetic and her work has been featured in numerous magazines including HGTV Magazine and Modern Luxury Interiors. Her brick and mortar shoppe, The Pep Line, features a line of curated goods hand selected by Shannon that she herself uses in many of her design client’s homes. The shoppe carries a wide variety of goods for the home including furniture, artwork, lighting, rugs, drapery, pillows and accessories. The Pep Line has been featured on the Emmy-winning CBS travel series, Destination Chicago. Both The Pep Line shoppe and Peppeard Design studio are located under one roof inside the historic Collins House giving visitors a taste of how the products look inside a real home. Visit the shoppe or book yourself a “Pep Van Styling” session. Shannon and her team will load up the van with Pep Line goods and give a room of your choice a refresh all in one day! For more information on The Pep Line and Peppeard Design visit thepepline.com. The Pep Line & Peppeard Design 201 Cedar Ave, St. Charles | 630-549-7088 www.thepepline.com | www.peppearddesign.com Photography by Margaret Rajic Shop Gallery58 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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Shop GalleryON TREND ESSENTIALS VISIT ONLINE OR IN NORTH AURORA NORTH AURORA–Urban Echo Shop features on trend essentials for the stylish at heart– from clothing and acces-sories, to home decor, unique furniture, gifts and seasonal trends. Owned by local mom, Lindy Kleivo and her daughter in Sugar Grove, Illinois, Urban Echo Shop was created to be an adored virtual hometown boutique where only the latest styles and trends are featured. Residents are invited to sit back and relax while browsing the shop’s simplified trend collections online or shop at The Rustic Fox, where you will find over 120+ unique vendors. Each day is a new day at Urban Echo Shop. ON TREND ESSENTIALS FOR THE STYLISH AT HEART Located Inside The Rustic Fox 1790 Town Centre Dr., North Aurora • Vendor #3 At the Entrance to the Left60 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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HOMECOMING 2023 WE’RE HAVING A BARBIE MOMENT Stop in for some DRESS Inspo! Gowns are arriving daily and we are so excited to help you get ready for your next Special Occasion. Follow us online today: instagram– @special_occasions01 facebook– @SpecialOccasionsBatavia website– www.specialoccasionsontheavenue.com Become a part of Special Occasions. Make an appoint-ment to find your dream dress or just stop in! Founded by Mary Marconi-Popiel in 2009, the shop’s at-tention to detail makes the ordinary more extraordinary, giv-ing you a shopping experience that you will not forget. Special Occasions does not simply sell dresses– this local dress boutique sell dreams! Visit today for your next Spe-cial Occasion. Special Occasions 2 N Batavia Ave., Batavia, Illinois (630) 406-1515 www.specialoccasionsontheavenue.com Shop Gallery64 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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OVER 45 VENDORS UPCOMING EVENTS! AUGUST 18 • LADIES NIGHT • 5-9pm AUGUST 26 & 27 • AUTUMN EVENT • 10am-5pm ST. CHARLES–trend + relic is an experience that shoppers remember, as this unique multi-vendor marketplace has carefully selected experi-enced merchants who are artisans, builders, refinishers and painters, boutique owners and more each offering the most special items to adorn your home and make you feel beautiful. The talented merchants work hard to create and curate unique items, both vintage and new. Many of the treasures that you will find at trend + relic have been handcrafted including jewelry, candles, furniture & art and they have a variety of clothing & accessories, too. Each of the wonderfully talented merchants have created beautiful spaces in the shop as well as local markets so you will find some of your very favor-ites here. trend + relic, 1501 Indiana Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois (630) 803-5253 • www.trendandrelic.comShop Gallery66 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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PERSONABLE, ENERGETIC & CREATIVE REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONAL SUSAN COLELLA OF BAIRD & WARNER As a full-time high sales producing Realtor with Baird and Warner’s Naperville office for 10 years, Susan shares that helping local sellers and buyers doesn’t feel like work—making it easy to be dedicated 24/7 to her clients. “I realized early on that I was obsessed with real estate when my close friends remarked, ‘Susan tell us another story about real estate’ or when I helped a client secure a home contract on my birthday and I remarked, ‘I sold a house on my birthday—what a great gift!’” Life is all about perspective for Susan, and her positive work ethic, cre-ative solutions, and working above and beyond allows her to offer clients extraordinary experience. The old saying that if you do what you love in life you never work a day applies for Susan since LISTING HOMES is her passion. Reach out to Susan today! Susan Colella, Baird & Warner, (630) 946-3813Susan Colella68 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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Susan ColellaTHE JOHNNY CASH MUSICAL OAK BROOK–Conceived by Tony-winning theater director and producer Richard Malty Jr. (Ain't Misbehavin', Fosse), Ring of Fire first debuted on Broadway in 2006 and has since gone on to become a regional favorite. A jukebox concoction of Johnny Cash's finest numbers, Ring of Fire tracks the country singer's rocky career and relationships, from the highs to the lows, and features every-body from his longtime bandmates to his beloved wife June Carter. Don't miss this pro-duction when it brings Cash's legacy to life at Drury Lane Theatre this fall. Ring of Fire is a foot-stompin' musical journey into the heart of true American icon - an icon who didn't always play by the rules. Among the songs featured in the show are I Walk the Line, A Boy Named Sue, Folsom Prison Blues and Ring of Fire. www.drurylanetheatre.com/ring-of-fire/Ring of Fire at Drury LaneON STAGEGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 69

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 71CATHERINE SANZERI IS AN AWARD WINNING HOME DESIGNER WITH A 5,000 SQ FT SHOWROOM LOCATED IN KANE COUNTY BATAVIA–With a background in construction and interior design, owner Catherine Sanzeri saw a need for affordable quality cabinetry and kitchen design, so she opened West DuPage Cabinets and Granite in 1997, and has been leading the market as a custom home builder since. Her talented team continues to fill a niche in the west suburban home design marketplace by providing a full range of products to fit every budget while providing lifestyle-focused designs with top industry de-signers. As a proud member of the NKBA and KCMA, this women-owned establishment guarantees absolute satisfaction. “I just love what I do, so every day is a dream for me,” Catherine says. THE DESIGN PROCESS The talented design team will visit your home for a consultation, take measurements and look at the lifestyle components of the home and family; then create a custom masterpiece, incorporating the latest pro-ducts that meet the specific needs of each homeowner. The entire process is coordinated by West DuPage Cabinets & Granite providing total satisfaction and the end result is a stress-free process from design to build, including designer privilege discounts on appli-ances and fixtures. INDUSTRY TRENDS Catherine noted that the industry is always changing with future trends leaning towards larger islands, coffee bars and entertainment spaces, including a wine refrigerator in the kitchen and more features to accom-modate larger groups. She also says that natural woods and stains are trending for 2023. LEADING THE WAY One of Catherine’s most cherished projects was when her team de-signed and built a first floor master suite for a client whose husband had MS and could no longer walk up the stairs. “The improved quality of both of their lives was a gift to see!” shared Catherine. Stories like this are why the company has received many awards and accolades through the years including Best of the Best in Kitchen and Bath Remodeling 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, and 2021, in addition to Glancer Magazine’s ‘Best of the Best’ Kitchen Designer for Kane County in 2021. West DuPage Cabinets and Granite 143 S. Batavia Avenue, Batavia (630) 414-2363 www.westdupagecabinetsandgranite.com Meet Award Winning Designer, Catherine SanzeriPhoto by Mike CatuaraKitchen Design

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RHON • AUGUST 2023Why We Love Our Shuckin’ Shack Oyster Bar Excursions NAPERVILLE–When the world is your oyster, you tend to live for the finer things in life. Other times you just want to say, “Shuck it” and spend some time at what the Real Housewives of Naperville refer to as “our favorite hidden gem”. Which just so happens to be full of oysters! Tucked in the plaza with Trader Joes, is the coolest seafood joint we’ve found. While you wouldn’t think of the Midwest as a hub for a hidden gem seafood joint, let us disillusion you! This spot is a MUST-TRY. A no-frills, all-about-the-seafood dive that even has its very own resident shark swimming above patrons! Shuckin’ Shack is a casual spot with a coastal vibe and excep-tional fare. They have a wide selection of both east and west-coast oysters, never-frozen fish, and all of their fried options are hand-battered, a rare offering these days. Mondays there are $1.25 oyster specials that have us religiously ordering dozens of trays to slurp. Other favorites include the fish and chips (available daily but on special every Friday), the lobster grilled cheese, the hand-battered fried clams (a summer menu stand-out), and Taco Tuesday (because who doesn’t love a taco?).72 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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And don’t forget to try the seafood boils – A classic! We even tried several of their famous oyster shooters along with some of their adventurous cocktails. And PLEASE order the hush puppies with your meal, you’ll thank us later. If seafood isn’t your thing, don’t worry, they have burgers, black bean burgers and fresh salads. With its delicious food and amazing staff, you’ll find yourself reg-ularly coming back (just like us!). The vibe here Is perfect for friends, families or even just a chill happy hour at the bar. There are always plenty of people to chat with or just watch a game while enjoying some killer food. www.theshuckinshack.com/location/naperville/ ABOUT REAL HOUSEWIVES OF NAPERVILLE You may have seen us around town, we are the fabulous four who be-lieve you can never be over-dressed for any occasion. We are four friends who met through the power of social media. We abso-lutely love exploring Naperville and beyond to discover the best restau-rants, shops and businesses. We be-lieve in supporting our communities and recommending all the places we truly love. Mila brings the west coast vibes, Ashley is all about quiet luxury, Katie lives life in color, and Natalie is the life of the party! If you see us out, be sure to stop and say “hi”! Instagram: realhousewivesofnaperville Email: rhonaperville@hotmail.comRHON • AUGUST 2023Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 73Watch for a new Real Housewives of Naperville feature in every issue of Glancer Magazine as they unveil a beautifully unique, fun and fabulous local find that they recently visited. Subscribe today!

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 75GLEN ELLYN Don’t Be Left in the Dark Hi-Lite Electric Keeps Your Life On Whenever you have electrical interruptions, emer-gency needs or repairs, we are here. Hi-Lite Elec-tric are not just electricians, but professionally qualified electrical consultants who bring a holistic approach to creating the safest and most profes-sional home electrical environment. From emer-gency services, safety checks, repairs, upgrades, interior/exterior lighting, home improvements, new appliance integration, electronics, generators to EV stations, you’ll receive prompt and qualified service. Since 2006 we have serviced Kane and DuPage counties and all our work comes with a 90-day parts and 1-year labor warranty. When it comes to electric, we keep your life on. www.hilite-electric.com or (630) 897-4300

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PURPOSEFULLY DRIVEN Debbie’s community ties since 1995 gives her an enthusiastic edge when working with buyers and sellers. Her professional, down to earth approach with unwavering commitment to her clients, has enabled her to build up a vast network of referrals over the past 8 years. Attention to detail combined with an exceptional understanding of the mar-ketplace, genuine care for people, attentive listening skills, and dedication to fulfilling client’s goals is abundantly evident. “I LOVE people and the journey that takes us from A to Z. I believe we all have a story to tell, and that story begins at home,” Debbie shares. “For much of my adult life, I was known as a working stay-at-home PTA mom/wife, and was led to a new full time career as a 50 year-old single mom. It took perseverance, patience, and trust in the process to transition to Debbie Lendino, john greene Realtor, trusted advisor extraordinaire!” Debbie’s strong ability to negotiate and problem solve support her business that has been predominantly built on referrals, open homes, and networking. She is confident, yet humble; compassionate, yet persistent; knowledgeable, yet always learning. She relies on jgR’s tools to maintain a powerful post close process for her buyers and sellers and has an impressive social media presence that aids in marketing her listings. As Naperville and western suburban real estate continue to tilt toward a seller marker, home sales overall are heading toward stabilization. A slight cool is a good sign for Debbie’s buyers who are coming off the sidelines, even with risen interest rates. Creative financing and a decrease in com-petitive multiple offer scenarios will allow her buyers stronger purchasing power moving forward. But, we do need inventory and property values con-tinue to rise, just at a slower rate. NOW is a great time to market your home! “Utilization of john greene Realtor's technology is unmatched,” she says. “Always fresh, always something NEW, excellent!,” Debbie says. “I love being a part of an organization that supports each other - a cheerleader to new agents, mentoring small groups, collaborating with business partners, brainstorming with outside agents, networking, volunteering...these all align with my purpose!” As a top performing agent, it brings Debbie great joy to build on her referral base and provide an elite experience for her clients. She is purposefully driven and happy to help! -Kristen Kucharski, Photos by Mike CatuaraCONTACT DEBBIE Debbie Lendino, CSC, SFR Broker | john greene Realtor 1311 S. Route 59, Naperville Office (630) 820-6500 | Cell (630) 596-3672 DebbieLendino@johngreeneRealtor.com AWARDS & ACHIEVEMENTS Rookie of the Year 2015 for john greene Realtor Top Performer/President's Club 2015- Present at john greene Realtor Mainstreet Organization of Realtors Top 2% in Sales Volume and Number of Transactions Top 3% in Northern MLS Chicago Agent Magazine Who's Who for 2022 Most Innovative Marketer 2020 for john greene Realtor

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78 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine Kid StuffHalloween Preview Arlo.Hendrix at Wilson Street Mercantile 222 E. Wilson, Batavia BATAVIA–Get ready for the cozy season because your favorite kids boutique Arlo.Hendrix, is starting to stock up on all the la-test and greatest fall merchan-dise! From adorable knit sweaters to spooky styles, your little ones will be the cutest on the block. Whether you're shop-ping for your own kids or looking for the perfect gift for a friend, this boutique has got you cov-ered from babies to tweens! Come on in and get ready to fall in love with fall fashion! www.arlohendrix.com10th Annual Junior Tour de Naperville Saturday • August 12 NAPERVILLE– The 10th annual Junior Tour de Naperville is coming to Wolf’s Crossing Community Park. Hosted by tNaperville Park District, the event gives kids ages 3-12 the opportunity to ride their bicycles, big wheels or tricycles around the 1.2-mile trail, cheered on by family and friends. The event began in 2013 to commemorate the 100th edition of the Tour de France. Registration for the Junior Tour de Naperville is online. www.napervilleparks.orgChildren's Summer Series at Studio Movie Grill All Summer Long in Wheaton! www.studio moviegrill.com

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KID STUFFADVENTURE IN NAPERVILLE Play. Learn. Have FUN. Repeat. NAPERVILLE–Every visit to DuPage Children’s Museum (DCM) is an adventure that will spark curiosity, nurture creativity, and lead to new discoveries. Make a splash in AWEsome Water, build with real tools in the Construction House, feel the wind on your face in AWEsome Air, roll through Make it Move, freeze your shadow in Creativity Con-nections, and enclose the entire family in one giant bubble! Laugh, learn, and love spending time together at DCM! Save the date for Back to School Bonanza Saturday, August 12, 9am–2pm Celebrate the start of the school year with hands-on activities that highlight everyone’s favorite subjects from A-Z. Explore your creative side with professional artists and mu-sicians, flex your mind and muscles at recess, and step up onto a school bus! www.dupagechildrens.org adventure awaitsGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 79

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COMMUNITY LIVING80 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine NAPERVILLE Get Your Whirly On! NAPERVILLE- From friendly competition and entertainment to exceptional food and drink, WhirlyBall Naperville provides the perfect venue for all ages and occasions. The two-story “eater-tainment” complex features a variety of activities including Whir-lyBall, LaserTag, HyperBowling and bowling plus private event spaces for groups of any size. Round out your event with cus-tomized menus featuring The Pivot Room’s selection of elevated American fare and 24 rotating craft beer taps. Book your event today! Whirlyball Naperville 3103 Oddyssey, Naperville (630) 932-4800 • www.whirlyball.com summer fun!

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COMMUNITY LIVINGGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 81NAPERVILLE Naper Nights 2023 NAPERVILLE- Get ready for a summertime tradition that features cold drinks, great food, and fabulous music at Naper Settlement’s Naper Nights! Naper Nights celebrates historic milestones in music and pop culture with themed tribute concerts during the summer. Naper Nights wraps up August 18-19 with tributes to Neil Young, Dixie Chicks, Taylor Swift, and more. Complimenting the tunes are tasty food and beverage selections from local vendors, as well as engaging children’s area activities guaranteed to keep the entire family happy and rocking out. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit the link. www.napernights.org dance + sing

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DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE Shop, Dine, Enjoy in Trending Downtown Downers Grove DOWNERS GROVE–Our variety of small businesses, amazing owners and community support makes downtown Downers Grove the destina-tion it is today. Downtown Downers Grove is continuing to welcome new businesses! Bonita Bowls opened at 4956 Main Street. Our Annual Fine Arts Festival will be held Sept. 9-10, 2023. Enjoy the sounds of live entertainment as you shop the talented juried artists of a variety of mediums that will line Main Street. Make sure to visit our bou-tiques, cafes and restaurants while here. Our restaurants and cafes can please every taste bud. Our outdoor din-ing offers many alfresco options in addition to indoor dining. www.downtowndg.org84 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine COMMUNITY LIVING

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PINOT’S PALETTE Girls Night Out Fun! NAPERVILLE–Springl is here! Plan a GNO. Pinot’s Palette is the best night out in Naperville! It’s a fun-filled, party atmosphere where you and your friends, family or date can talk, laugh, paint and sip. You don't need any art experience – their talented local artists will guide you step-by-step through the night painting. Follow their in-structions or go rogue and end up with a one-of-a-kind master-piece! They also offer Mosaic Classes, Chunky Knit Blankets, Take Home Painting Kits, Virtual Live Streaming, In Studio and Virtual Private Parties! • Aprons and supplies provided • Snacks are welcome • Real wine glasses – no paper or plastic • There’s always rockin’ music Pinot's Palette Naperville 175 W. Jackson Avenue Downtown Naperville www.pinotspalette.com/naperville Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 85COMMUNITY LIVING

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FAMILY FUN Blackberry Farm AURORA–Blackberry Farm, with its variety of attractions and amenities, quite literally offers a leisurely stroll down memory lane – both historically speaking and for generations of families who’ve made visiting the park an annual tra-dition. The Fox Valley Park District’s history museum, Blackberry demonstrates the re-creation of pioneer life through educational experiences and hands-on fun. With unlimited rides on the replica steam-engine train, hay wagon, paddle boats, carousel and ponies included in the admission price, Blackberry pres-ents parents the opportunity to relive their childhood memories through the eyes and sounds of their little ones today. A seasonal destination, Blackberry also steps center stage during the summer months that feature Live & Uncorked – a seven-concert series that spans dif-ferent music genres to appeal to all tastes. The fall season bursts with color during Pumpkin Weekends and winter begins with Blackberry aglow in twin-kling lights and festive music, as families hop aboard the Holiday Express, sip hot chocolate and whisper their secret lists to Santa. On average, Blackberry welcomes around 120,000 visitors per season, which this year runs from May 1 to Sept. 30, before seasonal, weekend events begin in October. Blackberry Farm 100 S. Barnes Road, Aurora, Illinois www.blackberryfarm.info • (630) 892-1550 COMMUNITY LIVING86 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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COMMUNITY LIVINGPADDLEWHEEL RIVERBOATS All Aboard for Riverboat Fun on the Fox River ST. CHARLES–Enjoy travel from the era of Mark Twain through a green corridor of scenic beauty of the Fox River aboard the St. Charles Paddlewheel Riverboats in Pottawa-tomie Park. Both boats have open-air upper decks for un-obstructed sightseeing and the lower decks have windows that can be closed in cool or rainy weather. Public tours are reasonably prices from May to October. Coming soon are Wine Down Wednesdays in July, BYPB Sunset Cruises, the Riverboat Eco Float on Aug 10 and Monarchs & Mimosas on August 27. For more details and to purchase tickets, visit online today! www.stcrivercruises.com Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 87

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COMMUNITY LIVINGAUGUST 2023 Shop Back to School in Downtown Naperville! NAPERVILLE–Get everything you need to head back to school in style in Downtown Naperville! Enjoy SHOPPING for the latest fashion trends, from nationally known shops to one-of-a-kind boutiques. Also, let us help you look your best when you visit one of our amazing downtown BARBER SHOPS, SALONS and SPAS to complete your back-to-school look! While you’re here, have some fun! You still have time to vote for your favorite Summer Sculpture! Dragonfly Benches are on display through mid-September, but vot-ing for your favorite is open through August 31! Come shop, dine, and explore in Downtown Naperville! www.downtownnaperville.com back to school88 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine Pure Barre

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COMMUNITY LIVINGST. CHARLES 3rd Street Dance Studio ST. CHARLES–Dance encourages physical fitness, coordination, balance, flexibility, and is a creative outlet for self-expression. When looking for a local dance studio, we invite you to learn more about 3rd Street Dance & Theatre Academy in St. Charles. This studio offers non-competitive dance classes for students to enjoy and build lifelong friendships, providing a quality curriculum, teacher training, and a safe and nurturing environment for young dancers to grow and flourish. 3rd Street Dance is the only studio in St. Charles with certified Youth Protection Association for Dance (YPAD) teachers, ensuring the safety and well-being of its students. Here, students are encouraged to be kind, inclusive, and work as a team, learning valuable life les-sons such as patience and hard work. The studio is community fo-cused, organizing charity events and fundraisers throughout the year, while using dance to bring about positive change locally. Recitals and events showcase students' talent and inspire the com-munity with the beauty of dance, making it a local favorite for many families. The studio's non-competitive approach to dance allows children to discover the joy of movement and creativity without fear of judgment. 3rd Street Dance continues to offer classes focused on fun, learning, and growth for generations of young dancers. 3rd Street Dance & Theatre Academy 101 S 3rd St, Saint Charles, IL 60174 (630) 443-0041 www.3streetdance.com Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 89

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COMMUNITY LIVINGNAPERVILLE FUN The Last Fling 2023 NAPERVILLE–The 2023 Naperville Jaycees Last Fling is a FREE family-friendly festival, Labor Day Weekend and a fun farewell to summer. Non-perishable and monetary dona-tions will be accepted at each gated entrance. Visit the Business Expo, Beer Garden, Food Vendors and Jackson Avenue Stage for live music. Hairbangers Ball headlines (9/1), Too Hype Crew (9/2), 16 Candles (9/3) and Hi-Infidelity closes the weekend (9/4). The Family Fun Area is located within the Riverwalk Amphi-theater. The Carnival is open all weekend; special needs patrons have priority seating Sunday (9/3) (details to follow). Attend the Labor Day Parade Monday (9/4) at 10AM fol-lowed by a Veterans’ Lunch in the Sponsors’ Tent. Proceeds are donated to area nonprofit organizations. www.lastfling.orgfamily fun!Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 91

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A New MOM S AMdvoenntthulrye little black book ECOPARKS ELECTRICBOATS CHICAGO Did you know that the first ever floating eco park of its scale in the world is right in our hometown of Chicago Wild Mile Chicago has just completed Phase 1 and will eventually be a mile long floating park located on the North Branch Canal of the Chicago River consisting of floating gardens public walkways kayak docks an open air museum and a botanical garden Wanting to see this for myself while also enjoying a gorgeous summer day on the water we visited Kayak Chicago to check out their two person electric boats and kayaks for the day The owner Dave Olson is a west suburban native living in Lisle and bringing adventure to the city He provided us with step by step instructions how to run operate and dock the electric boat at the Eco Park which was a short 10 minute ride from his launchsite off LeMoyne Street The northern part of the Chicago River was quiet of large boat traffic and provided a peaceful unobstructed route to the Eco Park located on the backside of REI Lincoln Park It was easy to dock the boat and take a quick look around and see the potential of the anticipated transformation of the urban waterways into wildlife sanctuaries 92 WESTERN SUBURBS AUGUST 2023 Glancer Magazine

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Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 93We then exchanged our electric boat for kayaks and made our 45 minute journey down the river to the heart of the city and the Chicago River-walk. The city was alive with boat tours and music and energetic summer vibe as we mean-dered our way past our friends at Chicago Elec-tric Boat Company, City Winery Chicago, and Chicago Brewhouse. On the way back to Kayak Chicago, we past Goose Island and Big City Pickle Chicago’s largest private outdoor Pick-leball venue. The city was vibrant and Kayak Chicago was the perfect launching pad to enjoy it all!!!! OVERVIEW Kayak Chicago is Chicago’s original kayak, pad-dleboard, and electric boat outfitter, since 1999. They kayak outposts have everything you need for your urban adventure on the Chicago River, family outings at Montrose Beach, or catching some sunshine at North Ave Beach, offering guided tours, which include our Chicago archi-tecture tour, the original fireworks paddle, and a city lights tour after dusk. Kayak Chicago 1220 W. Le Moyne Street Chicago, IL 60642 (312) 852-9258 www.kayakchicago.com Hours: Check website for class, tour, and rental times Price $: Prices vary depending on service requested ABOUT THE WRITER Kristen Kucharski’s days are never dull, her kids are never bored! Over the years #MomsLittleBlackBook has explored hun-dreds of kid friendly things to do in our sur-rounding community and on the road. As her girls have grown and gone away to col-lege, she continues to enjoy unique activ-ities, excursions, day trips, weekend get-a-aways, and road trips while rediscover-ing my own passion for adventure with friends, girls nights outs, and date nights. In her words “Life is a journey–might as well have fun along the way. Go, fly, roam, travel, voyage, explore, discover!”MOM’S LITTLE BLACK BOOKMonthly!

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FITNESSCOMMUNITY LIVINGGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 95CAREER VISION APTITUDE TESTING CAN HELP STUDENTS CHOOSE MAJORS AND CAREERS What are you doing after high school? You know further edu-cation is important. Do you need help finding the right career choice? The Career Vision Aptitude Advantage can help. Aptitudes identify your strongest talents, the jobs you would enjoy and be good at doing. Combining your aptitudes with your interests, Career Vision reveals your career choices. You also receive resources about college majors, job outlook, and preparation needed for those careers. If you have asked “What should I study?”, “What will I do after college?” and want to learn how Career Vision can help, give them a call. Their assessment process is a positive and an objective way to give you confidence to make good career choices. And your Personal Career Consultant will take time to discuss the test results with you and go over all your choices. If you are going to college and want to know what to study, reach out to Career Vision today. If you have graduated col-lege and still haven’t found your best fit, the professional con-sultants at Career Vision can help you, too. For over 30 years they have been helping students and adults find their best ca-reer choices. Career Vision • www.careervision.org • (630) 469-6270CCOOLLLLEEGGEE TTIIMMEE

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Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund and 5K GLEN ELLYN–We are in the midst of summer, and it has been great getting out into the sunshine and soaking up some rays. However, I hope you have been using your sun-screen as we still need to be aware of the dangers that lurk in too much sun exposure. Be-sides sunburns and blisters, melanoma is a true villain. The incidence of melanoma is in-creasing at an alarming rate and is a threat to both adults and children; yet, research toward better treatment and a cure remains underfunded. The Jack H. Marston II Melanoma Fund organization has been working for twenty years to change that. Jack’s Fund was established in 2004 when melanoma took the life of devoted family man and dedicated chil-dren’s coach, Jack H. Marston II at the age of 47. “I did not want another family to go through what we ex-perienced,” says Sharon Marston, Jack’s widowed wife and the President and Founder of the organization. “When Jack was fighting, there was not much support for melanoma patients. We wanted to change that for families fighting this disease and increase public awareness. Metastatic melanoma is a very complex cancer, with early symptoms that are often mistaken for ‘nothing serious’.” Jack was an accomplished athlete and four-time Chi-cago Marathon participant, so it made sense to fund-raise around running. For 20 years, Jack’s Fund has organized the Annual “This Run’s for Jack” 5K Run/Walk at Ackerman Park in Glen Ellyn, where many families attend to memorialize a loved one lost to the disease. This year’s event will take place in the same park on Sunday, October 15th at 8 a.m. Jack’s Fund is the official charity for the Chicago, New York and Ber-lin Marathons and many marathon teams around the world have formed to support the organization’s efforts. “Last year, Jack’s Berlin Mar-athon team had a family from Australia and Hong Kong participating in memory of their mother,” says Sharon. This year, to recognize their 20th anniversary, Jack’s Fund has 20 community out-reach projects, including do-nating gallons of sunscreen to lifeguards and pools and setting up sunscreen stations at Ackerman Park, the splash pad, golf courses and pickleball courts. If you are runner, the 5K walk/run is a fun race to par-ticipate in while giving back to the cause. If you are a marathon runner…or want to be…you can choose to be on one of their marathon teams. If you are not a runner and would still like to support Jack’s Fund, they always need volunteers at the races and other events. For more information, visit them at www.jacksfund.org . ABOUT THE WRITER Mindy Kyle is passionate about helping people discover what brings them joy and to live a full, healthy and happy life. S h e has her Master of Fine Arts degree in cre-ative writing from DePaul University and is a veteran of Chicago’s theater and commercial world as well as a gradu-ate of the Second City Improv School. Mindy lives in Naperville with her hus-band, three children and the cutest dogs in the land. VIEW MINDY’S MONTHLY COLUMN AT www.GlancerMagazine.com/to-give-to-inspireJack’s Fund was Established in 2004 when Melanoma Took the Life of Devoted Family Man and Dedicated Children’s Coach CARING + SHARINGGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 97

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KITCHEN REDESIGN Why Choose Tupelo Lane Designs NAPERVILLE–If you're looking to give your kitchen a fresh and up-dated look, professional cabinet refinishing is the way to go! With Tupelo Lanes Designs amazing service, you can transform your cabinets and breathe new life into your kitchen in no time. Say goodbye to outdated and worn-out cabinets and hello to a stylish and modern space. As professional cabinet refinishing experts, we have the skills and expertise to make your cabinets look brand new, using high-quality materials and techniques. Don't wait any longer, take action now and give your kitchen the makeover it deserves with professional cabinet refinishing! We over (60) 5-star reviews on Google and have been voted best Cabinet Refinisher on Next Door for 3 years running. Offering quick quotes, we can be reached: (630) 200-3295, email -TupeloLaneDesigns@gmail.com or online. www.tupelolanedesigns.comGlancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 99

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4. R. Urban Wine Bar HERE'S WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT HERE LISLE–R. Urban Wine Bar & Cafe is loved by pizza and wine lovers throughout the western suburbs. Located in downtown Lisle, they serve high-quality brick oven pizzas, a varietal of wines from around the world, along with a full bar and small bites in a trendy, comfortable at-mosphere. Outdoor seating is set up for you to enjoy! www.urbanwinelisle.com Blue Sushi Saki Grill OUTDOOR DINING OVERLOOKING THE DUPAGE RIVER NAPERVILLE–Blue Sushi Sake Grill offers patio seating on Foyo Plaza and overlooking the Riverwalk, as well as in-door seating along the windows over-looking the patio. Blue Sushi also recommends reservations, for lunch or dinner, either online or by phone, and will continue curbside take-out. Lo-cated on Water Street in Downtown Naperville. www.bluesushisakegrill.comPal Joey’s LOCATED ALONG THE FOX IN DOWNTOWN BATAVIA BATAVIA–In case you haven't visited Pal & Joey’s yet, hop on their facebook page to get a behind-the-scenes look at just how fun this place is! Stop by for a drink at the bar, enjoy live music on the patio with a cocktail or two, and order up some of your favorite pizza. River Street really is the place to be this summer! www.paljoeys.com Hale Street Tents OUTDOOR DINING DOWNTOWN WHEATON THROUGH THE END OF OCTOBER WHEATON–The Hale Street Tents are in full swing, so join in on the fun for al fresco dining on Hale Street all season long! This multi-season event has be-come a community favorite featuring live music every Friday and Saturday night. Visit online for all of the live music happening Downtown Wheaton this summer! Re-servations are highly rec-ommended. www.downtownwheaton.com/ 2023-innovator-hale-street-tents Treat You and Yours to these Outdoor Dining Delights Outdoor dining in the summertime throughout Chicago's western suburbs can be a great way to enjoy delicious food while soaking up some sunshine. Popular outdoor dining locations include restaurants located near rivers, lakes, and parks that overlook spec-tacular views. Here are a few of our favorites. Enjoy these 7 Spectacular Outdoor Dining Hot Spots.....OUTDOOR DINING HOT SPOTS2.1.4.3.100 • WESTERN SUBURBS • AUGUST 2023 • Glancer Magazine

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Old Town Pour House LOCATED IN FREEDOM COMMONS NAPERVILLE–Old Town Pour House is a vibrant bar and res-taurant located on the North side of Naperville in Freedom Commons neat I88. It features 90 beers on tap (30+ dedicated to local breweries) and modern American food with chef-driven twists. www.thehenhouseofwheaton.com 6.Craft Urban FOOD. COCKTAILS. LOCAL. GENEVA–This award-winning restaurant sources local ingredients that are treated to creative New American preparations at this stylish Geneva and Aurora etreat, where dishes are matched with suggested cocktail pairings. The outdoor dining area has been a wonderful place for res-idents to visit this summmer. www.crafturban.com7.Alter Brewing ALONG THE FOX WITH EXPANSIVE OUTDOOR DINING AREA ST. CHARLES–Alter Brewing + Kitchen is the second loca-tion for Alter Brewing, and their first full-service restaurant. It’s nestled in beautiful downtown St. Charles along the Fox River, and right on Main St. (so you can’t miss it!). In addition to their food offerings, they have a 10-barrel brew house, 16 taps, private dining room event space, and an awesome all-seasons patio with a container bar. 12 S. First Street, St. Charles. www.alterbrewing.com/st-charles-brewery-kitchen 5.Glancer Magazine • AUGUST 2023 • WESTERN SUBURBS • 101www.glancermagazine.com