THE CELEBRATION ISSUE
Celebrating the Season with 15 Fascinating Faces of 2020
What a unique year it’s been, to say the least! From shut downs and
travel bans, to quarantines and eLearning, the year 2020 is for sure
one that many of us will leave far behind. Yet, through it all, for many
residents this year was a time for perseverance, clarity and repurpose.
For some, the shut down brought a renewed lifestyle allowing them to
focus on what’s most important, giving more time to spend with their
family. For many business owners it meant pivoting from their well-
known path, and focusing on rebuilding while traveling outside of their
comfort zone. For sure, it’s been an interesting time for most.
Through the year, amid the chaos presented by COVID-19, we have
met countless residents who have stayed positive, helping others along
the way. From our Glancing the Gallant stories shared last Spring, to
this month’s 15 Fascinating Faces of the Year, each has
a telling story to share about their triumphs and
genuine love for their community during what
has been a wildly unprecedented time.
Wishing you and yours all the best this
holiday season and always! Thank you for
your readership.
Lindy Kleivo
Publishing Director, West Suburban Area
lkleivo@glancermagazine.com
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5 Hello From Glancer Magazine
9 5 Things to Do
11 COVER 15 Fascinating Faces
34 Dining & Cocktails Holiday Style
36 10 Trends In Giving Back
38 Meet Realtor, Penny O’Brien
39 Happy to Be NeighborsIn Naperville
40 Trendy Traveler: Riviera Maya
42 Unique In Suburbia: Harvey’s Tales
44 Million Dollar Listing In Sugar Grove
48 To Give, To Inspire: Wrapped In ♥
50 Kid Stuff: Holiday Fun for Everyone
53 Literary Local: Colleen LeMaire
54 Dental News
55 Healthy Living
56 Fitness with H4 Training
57 Mom’s Little Black Book
58 2020 Holiday Gift Guide
64 Wedding Essentials
65 V Fusion Studio Invites You In
66 Business of the Year
68 7 Spectacular Places Multi-Vendor
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PUBLISHING DIRECTOR
Lindy Kleivo
EDITORIAL | Print + Digital
Kristen Kucharski Columnist / Writer
Mindy Kyle Columnist / Writer
Brianna Bartemeyer Features Writer
Stephanie Schmoker Dining Critic
Tiffany Schmoker Dining Critic
SALES / MARKETING
Lindy Kleivo Publishing Director
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Mike Catuara Features Photographer
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DECEMBER 2020 | Vol 19
The Celebration Issue
One of our most anticipated issues of the
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Fascinating Faces of the Year. Special
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