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TABLE OF CONTENTS TM PUBLISHER Glancer Magazine Inc August 2018 AREA PUBLISHING DIRECTOR DUPAGE KANE COUNTY Lindy Kleivo EDITORIAL Print Digital Kristen Kucharski Columnist Writer Mindy Kyle Columnist Writer Stephanie Schmoker Dining Critic Tiffany Schmoker Dining Critic Kristen Brooke Kainrath Columnists SALES MARKETING PR Lindy Kleivo Shannon Doll Anne Wang 09 11 14 17 18 32 PHOTOGRAPHY Mike Catuara Mike Mantucca PRINT DIGITAL MONTHLY REACH DuPage Kane County Editions Naperville Wheaton Glen Ellyn Lisle Elmhurst Downers Grove Hinsdale St Charles Geneva Batavia Oswego Sugar Grove DIGITAL CONTENT Daily Weekly See Our Mobile Responsive Website at www GlancerMagazine com Glancer Go To Guide Glancer Magazine s Online Marketplace Event Site Create a FREE Membership Upload Your Local Content Today Content May Be Chosen for Print Publication Upgraded Marketing PR Memberships Available DuPage County Highlights 6 Scene Around Suburbia 7 Hello From Glancer Magazine 9 West Suburban VIP Producer 11 5 Things to Do 12 On the Go In DuPage 15 Dining Cabaret 15 Savory Sweet Sisters 16 Outdoor Music Venues 17 The Wedding Page 18 Celebrating the Arts 20 To Give To Inspire COMMUNITY FEATURES Press Releases Local Events Community News editorial glancermagazine com ADVERTISING Print Online Advertising advertising glancermagazine com SUBSCRIPTIONS Receive All Monthly Issues Delivered Direct subscriptions glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine Inc 80 Main Street Suite C Sugar Grove IL 60554 630 428 4387 info glancermagazine com www glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine West Suburban Edition highlighting DuPage Kane Counties is produced by Glancer Magazine Inc Glancer Magazine and Glancer logo are registered trademarks of Glancer Magazine Inc All rights reserved Magazine reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited DUPAGE West Suburban Edition AUGUST 2018 Vol 17 Celebrating the Arts Featuring Creative Residents Dance Drama Outdoor Music Venues Artful Places and More All In Celebration of The Arts In DuPage County Copy right 2 0 1 8 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine Inc A DuPage County Focus Featuring Local Faces Places COME OFF THE ROTATION LIST STOP MISSING OUT ON GREAT MONTHLY ISSUES Thank you to the many residents who have subscribed to our west suburban magazine featuring local faces places Glancer Magazine is sent twice monthly complimentary on rotation but to get all 24 issues annually you need to subscribe You are missing so much We are excited to grow our pages and our west suburban footprint delivering more of what you enjoy photos columns faces places Glancer Magazine Reserves All Rights 2018 20 Literary Locals 21 Pedis N Passports 21 Festival Fun More 22 Distinct In Home Design 25 Tub vs Shower 27 Home Design 28 Kid Stuff 31 Healthy Body 31 Dr Mom 32 Local Influential 33 Glen Ellyn Mom s Village 34 7 Spectacular Artful Places Don t Miss a Single Issue YES Send Me 24 Issues of Glancer Magazine DuPage for Just 10 50 That s 50 Off the Regular Price of 21 I Prefer Two Years 48 Issues for Just 19 Name Apt Address City State Zip Email Form subscriptions glancermagazine com Mail Form Glancer Magazine 80 Main Street Suite C Sugar Grove Illinois 60554 50 Off For faster service subscribe online at www glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 5

SCENE AROUND SUBURBIA YOU VE BEEN GLANCED AT Cal s Angels Concert Series w Goo Goo Dolls Gavin DeGraw July 14 It was for sure a night to remember as Gavin DeGraw the Goo Goo Dolls took the stage as part of Cal s Angels Concert Series This open air musical event was on the pristine expansive lawn of Arranmore Farm Polo Club in Oswego Friends family gathered together at this unique Cal s Angels event to help support kids with cancer It was truly amazing Glancer Magazine was a proud sponsor of this special event Photos by Mike Catuara for Glancer Magazine scenearound Visit Us Online for Hundreds More Photos from Each Event at www GlancerMagazine com scene around suburbia Suburbia TM You ve Been Glanced TM YOU VE BEEN GLANCED AT Pitbull at Ribfest 2018 July 5 It was another great night of celebration in west suburban Naperville as Mr Worldwide took the stage Guests mingled danced and got glanced Glancer Magazine is a proud 2018 sponsor of Naperville s Ribfest Photos of Mike Catuara for Glancer Magazine Copyright 2018 Glancer Magazine 6 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY

Hello CELEBRATING THE ARTS We love our annual arts entertainment issue It gives us an exclusive opportunity to honor creative residents who have a passion for the arts Whether their love is for performing arts such as theater dance drama directing etc or visual arts such as photography painting drawing graphic illustration writing and more we love sharing each story of passion and creativity Having been voted Most Artistic in my graduating class of 1990 at Lisle High School I ve always had a love for the arts My favorite teacher was Mrs Godfrey the art teacher at our school She was such a supporter of creatives like myself and always encouraged us to follow our artistic dreams Fortunately I ve been able to build a career using an artistic medium of some sort which has allowed me to express myself creatively via graphic design photography writing and more I love working with so many other creatives and enjoy all of the unique talents that our team members use to make each issue of Glancer Magazine truly one of a kind This issue introduces you to creative residents who are following their artistic passion via their career or hobby and also highlights a vareity of outdoor venues theaters summer events and more You ll find each feature to be interestingly unique leaving you intrigued We invite you to support the arts with us by attending the shows that we highlight in this issue sharing each creative resident s story online in social media and telling your friends and family about what stood out on this month s pages Watch for unique themes each month September is themed Autumn Girl featuring Her Style Her Craves and Her Pretty Home Thanks so much for reading Lindy Kleivo Publishing Director West Suburban Area Content Sales Marketing Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 7

DEANNA COOPER Photos Submitted WEST SUBURBAN VIP Hollywood Producer DeAnna Cooper Founder of Amarok Productions Film Company WHEATON After many years in Hollywood DeAnna and her husband Kevin both studio executives decided to head back to the Midwest 12 5 years ago to raise their kids in Wheaton and make family films They produced I Heart Shakey in Naperville Wheaton in 2012 and Precious Mettle in Naperville in 2013 Since then she has produced an Emmy award winning commercial a television pilot two feature films a documentary and three short films all of which are burning up the festival trail DeAnna proudly shares I mentor a summer high school immersion program at Columbia College Chicago for aspiring filmmakers creating industry experiences for all 25 students This has been a busy year as I ve been under contract for Fox Studios and commuting back and forth to L A however being in LA has allowed me to push a big budget film into development at another Hollywood studio DeAnna also has other films currently in post production including a high profile documentary Lady Parts Justice in the New World Order she is producing alongside the Oscar winning Kartempquin Films and directed by Ruth Leitman Regardless of how many successful films she produces she values family first and being a filmmaker second You might spot her kids on set in her movies or enjoying Wheaton eateries like fun burgers at The Burger Social rainbow pancakes at Egg Harbor and chocolate croissants from Suzettes They also love watching their oldest son who is a championship swimmer at John Carroll University in Cleveland and is a musician and singer that has performed written original score in DeAnna s films Their middle son currently attends Wheaton Warrenville South High School and has played tennis baseball and football while their youngest attends Edison Middle School in Wheaton and loves the creative arts and science Although DeAnna loves the creative process and working with eclectic talent to tell engaging stories she always loves coming home to Wheaton PRODUCED PROJECTS Feature Film Miss Arizona Directed by Autumn McAlpin www youtube com watch v OhHo423k ys Chasing the Blues Directed by Scott Smith www youtube com watch v Rk71OwLyJ 0 Chasing Gold Directed by Edmon Coisson www youtube com watch v Rk71OwLyJ 0 I Heart Shakey Directed by Kevin Cooper www youtube com watch v CZ1nR_hhhps TV Pilot Vendors Director by Joel Murray www vimeo com 261584250 Commercial Won Midwest Emmy Rockit Ranch Relaunch Directed by Kevin Hart www youtube com watch v 7pRAKgKIS1o Documentary Lady Parts Justice in the New World Order Directed by Ruth Leitman www ladypartsjusticedoc com Short Film The Painter Directed by Kevin Cooper www vimeo com 73383636 The Go Cart Directed by Kailyne Waters www vimeo com 176745912 Happy Snow Day Directed by Kevin Cooper www vimeo com 245379801 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 9

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DUPAGE LIVING 5 Things to Do 2 RELIVE THE HITS OF YESTERDAY TODAY 3 Entertaining Shows To Choose From WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO Sweet Reminder is the dynamic duo that delivers the oldies but goodies in their signature playful style Nancy Baumet and Dia Madden bring the hits of yesterday back to life today albeit sometimes a little unconventionally Each performance abounds with beautiful vocals fun facts quirky props humor and a bit of audience participation for fun along the way Musical memories and entertaining twists create more than just a show but rather a unique and engaging experience 630 3759717 www sweetreminder com See shows on page 15 1 DESTINATION ASIA FESTIVAL Saturday August4 Sunday August 5 LISLE Join Morton Arboretum for a trip to the east with their fifth annual Destination Asia Festival Explore diverse cultures through music including Japanese drumming dance food and a bonsai show Free with Arboretum admission The Morton Arboretum www mortonarb org 3 WHEATON WINE WALK Thursday August 9 5 8 30pm WHEATON Raise a glass and experience over 70 fine wines from around the world at the Wheaton Wine Walk Tickets are 35 per person and include 12 one ounce tastings being offered by 35 shops and restaurants in Downtown Wheaton Additional tastings are also available with a secondary ticket purchase Live sidewalk entertainment will also be featured throughout the downtown Attendees are invited to sip stroll and shop their way through the many participating shops and restaurants each offering two choices of red and white or rose to appeal to any palette Tickets are available at www downtownwheaton com and can also be purchased the day of the event Must be 21 years or older to participate Hosted by the Downtown Wheaton Association www downtownwheaton com 4 THE LAST FLING 2018 Labor Day Weekend NAPERVILLE The Naperville Jaycees Last Fling is a family friendly festival that takes place over Labor Day Weekend along the Riverwalk in Downtown Naperville This year s Main Stage will feature national acts including O Town Aaron Carter Ryan Cabrera Tyler Hilton Buckcherry POT LIT and Alien Ant Farm and the Jackson Avenue stage will showcase local and regional bands throughout the weekend Also enjoy family activities in Family Fun Land and special events all weekend long Visit www lastfling org 5 GIVE THEM A FUN DAY WITH NAPERVILLE SENIOR CENTER S ADULT DAY SERVICES Aloha Week Is August 6 10 NAPERVILLE Naperville Senior Center Adult Day Services a family owned business since 2015 provides peaceof mind and coaching for caregivers and dozens of activities and exercises for their family members Owners Pam Cooper PT and Mike Cooper CCC along with their specialized and skilled staff plan and lead enjoyable activities for seniors throughout the day They are open weekdays serve 19 communities and are at 1504 N Naper Blvd 120 Call to schedule a Free Trial 630 857 3017 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 11

Naper Nights 2018 NAPER NIGHTS August 17 18 Naperville Naper Nights rocks out for its final weekend at Naper Settlement Join us on August 17 and 18 for a line up featuring a range of country classic and soft rock including tributes to The Allman Brothers Band Zac Brown Band and Jimmy Buffett The concert kicks off each night at 5pm Tickets are 15 adult 10 youth Members and children under 4 are free For more information and to get tickets visit www napernights org DU PA G E EVEN T H I G H L I G H T S On the Go WHEATON BREW FEST CHEERS TO 8 YEARS Saturday August 4 Wheaton Join us for the best party in Wheaton unique brews live entertainment and fun for craft beer lovers Wheaton Illinois annual outdoor craft beer fest takes place in Memorial Park features unique brews live entertainment and food from some of Wheaton s favorite restaurants A portion of proceeds benefits CASA Memorial Park 208 W Union Avenue Wheaton www wheatonparkdistrict com events brewfest DESTINATION ASIA FESTIVAL AT MORTON ARBORETUM Saturday August 4 August 5 Join us for a trip to the east with our fifth annual Destination Asia Festival Explore diverse cultures through music including Japanese drumming dance food and a bonsai show Free with Arboretum admission The Morton Arboretum Lisle For more information visit www mortonarb org 95TH STREET FARMERS MARKET Thursdays 3 7pm Through Sept 27 Join the Naperville Park District and Naperville Public Library for the brand new 95th Street Farmers Market Located in South Naperville in the 95th Street Library s parking lot the market will be held Thursdays from 3 7pm June 7 through September 27 Farmers and vendors will feature a wide variety of locally grown produce homegrown homemade offerings breads spreads ready to eat foods and more The 95th Street Library is located at 3015 Cedar Glade Drive in Naperville 12pm 4 30pm 12 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 10TH ANNUAL GLEN ELLYN BACKYARD BBQ September 8 Glen Ellyn Get ready for great food music and fun as you spend the day out with the family Vendors will sell barbecue burgers hot dogs tacos ice cream and crabcakes in the Glenwood Avenue parking lot on Crescent Boulevard between Main Street and Prospect Avenue in Glen Ellyn Two Brothers will offer beer on tap This year s musical line up has something for everyone Piglet Playland has some new surprises for the kids in addition to the bounce houses games and dunk tank This event benefits Bridge Communities www glenellynbackyardbbq org JAZZ IN THE PARK Wednesday August 15 Glen Ellyn Are you looking for a relaxing night out with wonderful music The Glen Ellyn Jazz Ensemble a 16 member group plays a mix of your favorite Big Band tunes Jazz in the Park brings a touch of Ravinia to Glen Ellyn Bring a blanket lawn chairs and picnic dinner In case of inclement weather the concert will be canceled No alcoholic beverages are allowed Free admission 7 9pm Lake Ellyn Park 645 Lenox Road Glen Ellyn THE LAST FLING 2018 Labor Day Weekend Naperville The Naperville Jaycees Last Fling is a family friendly festival that takes place over Labor Day Weekend along the Riverwalk in Downtown Naperville This year s Main Stage will feature national acts including O Town Aaron Carter Ryan Cabrera Tyler Hilton Buckcherry POT LIT and Alien Ant Farm and the Jackson Avenue stage will showcase local and regional bands throughout the weekend Also enjoy family activities in Family Fun Land and special events all weekend long Visit www lastfling org www GLANCERGOTOGUIDE com Visit our online Go To Guide today for the hottest events local businesses coupons and more Become a registered Glancer for a chance to win fun prizes It s free to residents businesses How fun is that Businesses can list events and more for free or upgrade for coupons ClickLoveForYourFavorites

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ARTS ENTERTAINMENT 1376 Joliet Road Romeoville 401 N Roselle Road Schaumburg Relive the Hits of Yesterday Today 3 Entertaining Show Options Timeless Tunes 30 s 40 s 50 s Enjoy charming renditions of classic tunes Paper Moon Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy Tennessee Waltz Que Sera Sera White Fence Farm Oct 26 Chandler s August 17 Ni y 50 s and 60 s Celebrate some real jukebox gems Sincerely Jailhouse Rock Chapel of Love Stop In The Name Of Love White Fence Farm September 21 Sweet Reminders of Christmas From silly to touching memorable holiday classics are delivered in Sweet Reminder s signature playful style White Fence Farm December 11 Chandler s December 7 One price includes entire event A delicious meal with dessert tax gratuity and the SHOW 39 or group rate for parties of 15 or more Lunch 11 30 am Show to follow 630 375 9717 www SweetReminder net Available for Senior Living Entertainment Corporate Parties Private Parties Senior Center Groups and YOUR special event 14 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY

DINING CABARET Dining AND CABARET W E S T S U B U R B A N E D I B LE S T O LO V E Savory Sweet Sisters MORA Asian Kitchen 627 E Boughton Rd Bolingbrook 630 410 8043 www moraasiankitchen com Partners Jason Morales Christine Cancel EXQUISITE ASIAN CUISINE DU PA G E A R EA D I N I N G Artsy Suburban Dining WESTERN SUBURBS Dining out can be an experience from flaming food to live entertainment August brings dining ambience and adventures to the forefront with some of the most creative restaurants in town Esteban s in Naperville is conveniently located with a full service bar and 1 200 sq ft dance floor The multi cultural atmosphere diverse clientele and the ambiance sets a tone like no other The dining menu mixes two cultures Mexican and Caribbean food and each night offers a different type of dancing swing on Wednesdays Bachatathursday Latin Fridays and Salsa Saturdays If theater is more your thing The MAC in Glen Ellyn has partnered with neighborhood restaurants in the Glen Ellyn area such as Adelle s Houlihan s Glen Prairie Local Flavor Parker s Reserve 22 Weber Grill Restaurant and Nothing Bundt Cakes for your pre show meals and post show bites All ticket orders to the MAC include coupons for these partners and a few lucky patrons might win gift certificates to these community staples The Sushi House in Downers Grove located near the Tivoli Theater will also upgrade your date night to sushi and a movie Their delightful sushi sets the stage for a fantastic evening and your dinner plate will reflect a work of art Taking a unique approach in the creation of seasonal menus using a true farm to table approach Ivy Restaurant in Wheaton also offers the best of live entertainment wine food tastings and have partnered with Escape For Fun in Wheaton for dinner package opportunities Enjoy dining dance theatre and creative experiences all month long Kristen Kucharski It was love at first sight walking up to Mora Asian Kitchen in Bolingbrook s Promenade The dreamy outdoor seating area is ideal for alfresco dining and just what we were in the mood for The breeze blew the white cotton curtains while the fluffy pillows invited you to kick back and stay awhile The greenery and neutral colors created a peaceful elegance It was the perfect start to what would be an unforgettable Asian tapas dining experience Jason Morales joined us sharing his story and passion to create Wanting an office and design space highlighting his company MEP Construction he bought a building in Plainfield and invited clients over for dinners With so many people walking down the street wondering what was going on inside and all of the satisfied customers he decided to open Mora Asian Fusion Morales the expert in Restaurant design function and purpose partnered with his sister whose background was restaurant management ownership With help from their younger brother s dynamic menu this partnership was about to bring city dining culture to the suburbs Last February Mora of Bolingbrook opened and has been wowing foodies ever since Like the upside down oak tree that greets you from the ceiling this dining experience is like no other The gathering space is gorgeous inside and out with each dish crafted to tantalize every taste bud Sweet savory delectable and rich yet light in each bite Each sushi roll has a creative flair while the Brussel sprout Kale salad balances bitter sweet and tangy to make a delightful start to any meal The orange chicken skewers are expertly prepared with a crunchy orange glaze The texture was right on and the orange wasn t overpowering Another one of our many favorites was the Adobo Fried Rice pan fried rice with braised pork belly and crispy egg truly a comfort food The Pancit had a combination of pork shrimp carrots Napa cabbage bok choy and egg noodles This Filipino dish is popular and literally means convenient food We recommend pairing these dishes with a Japanese Craft beer or Premium sake Delectable from start to finish we ended with the Blueberry cheesecake and sparkling blueberry sake This August Mora is scheduled to open in Oak Park s Art district Whichever Mora you stop by it is truly a foodie haven ABOUT THE CRITICS Stephanie right Tiffany left Schmoker are west suburban sisters who have always shared a love for dining out and they also enjoy cooking together They came from a family of 7 and grew up on farm with fresh fruits veggies and more Watch for their review of a different west suburban restaurant in each issue of Glancer Magazine Invite them to your eatery at editorial glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 15

LIFESTYLE ARTS ENTERTAINMENT Outdoor Music Venue LAKESIDE SUMMER SERIES AT MCANINCH ARTS CENTER The best part about summer is enjoying the perks of outdoor entertainment Thankfully the McAninch Arts Center has got you covered this season with their 5th annual Lakeside Summer Series at Lakeside Pavilion The beautiful grounds of the MAC have a quaint grassy area perfect for enjoying live music and movies along with a gorgeous view of the lake The venue is located on the College of Dupage campus and from July 12 August 10 you can enjoy free family friendly movies as well as free concert and jazz series Bring your lawn chairs and an appetite as vendors from all over Dupage County sell delicious food for you to snack on while you re lounging out or you can bring your own picnic style food Weber s Grill March in Glen Ellyn Heavenly Hot Dogs Nothing Bundt Cakes and many more vendors set up shop on the lawn to provide you with all your culinary needs making for the ideal summer evening Thursday s at 8pm you can catch movies such as Willie Wonka the Chocolate Factory or The Lion King and see the WDCB Jazz Series at 7 30pm which features musicians and performers like the Joe Lewis Walker Band Frank Russell the Chicago Power All Star Band and the Chicago Jazz Orchestra Friday night festivities include the Pop Music Series with performances from the internationally acclaimed Beatles tribute band American English Unraveling the Wilburys and the New Philharmonic The most anticipated shows for this summer are Broadway alumni Craig Meyer and Donnie Kehr s ode to two iconic musicians in Piano Men A Tribute to Elton John and Billy Joel and Rick Michel s homage to Frank Sinatra in My Sinatra which concludes the summer series on August 10th The series will also showcase some of the talent at COD with its roster of finalists and winners from the college s Apollo Live Student Talent Competition who will perform during the Friday evening concerts Goldie s Next Big Adventure a production by the COD College Theater will be presented on July 14th and 15th at 5pm Glen Ellyn native Cindy Glavin goes to Lakeside Pavilion a couple times each summer with her family and says they enjoy being outside and listening to good music I like that I don t have to travel far for a very enjoyable evening with friends or family Glavin says We are thrilled that the college invites the community to share in the great outdoor space given the winters we have in Chicago it is always nice to spend an evening outdoors If you are looking for an experience like Ravinia Pavilion but closer to home and at a better price than Lakeside Pavilion is a great alternative A first class music venue in your own backyard says Glen Ellyn resident Lori Krebsbach All of these summer festivities presume next summer as well with the addition of some new acts movies vendors and performances Come out to Lakeside Pavilion every summer to experience the series or checkout the MAC throughout the year for more arts and entertainment ABOUT THE WRITER Kelsey Lentz is an incoming junior at Penn State University and is majoring in digital and print journalism with a minor in digital media trends and analytics After graduation Kelsey hopes to pursue a career in the magazine industry that combines her passions for writing and digital storytelling We met up with Kelsey earlier to learn more about her Kelsey is one of Glancer Magazine s Summer 2018 Editorial Interns She will be writing about unique Arts Entertainment locations throughout DuPage County through September Learn more about her at www GlancerMagazine com Education News 16 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY

LIFESTYLE 2018 WEDDING TRENDS The Wedding Page A Wow Experience For All Creative Cakes has been making award winning wedding cakes the past 30 years in the Chicagoland area Earlier this year Creative Cakes opened a Design Studio located in the Promenade Building in Downtown Naperville What makes Creative Cakes stand out is their personalized service high quality ingredients skilled creative team unique products and their eagerness to educate their customers Schedule an appointment at the Design Studio for a complimentary cake consultation to sample their outstanding cakes fillings and buttercream You won t be disappointed 708 614 9755 www creativecakesbakeryandcafe com Your Wedding Day Designed To Amaze Sitting on 95 acres along the beautiful Fox River Q Center offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues ideal for your wedding day needs and dreams From a rustic outdoor pavilion to elegant ballrooms seating up to 800 guests your day is fully customized with a team of talented planning and culinary professionals to assist When the day is done enjoy quality relaxation in guest rooms only steps away from the main event Q Center 1405 North Fifth Avenue St Charles www qcenter com 630 444 4049 Enjoy a Spa Treatment at Home Before Your Big Day Treat your wedding party to a spa day AT HOME Concierge Medical Spa is the first mobile medical spa designed to bring the expertise of skin care professionals to your home This concept helps clients who find it difficult to take time out of their busy schedules to make a spa appointment Concierge also offers Express Spas located through the suburbs that make it easy for you to stop in for a quick treatment or add on a service when you re already out and about View a list of services specials online www conciergemedspa com BEFORE Boutique Hotel In St Charles Two Picture Perfect Wedding Venues Choose from two of the most unique venues in the city Odyssey Chicago River or Odyssey Lake Michigan Holding up to 200 guests aboard Odyssey Chicago Rive and 749 with Odyssey Lake Michigan Custom Packages it s no wonder so many choose Odyssey Couples will work with a dedicated planner choosing from allinclusive packages or design your own Let Chicago s iconic skyline provide a beautiful setting for your wedding photos Enhancements include custom d cor and florals passed hors d oeuvres live band rooftop DJ and more www odysseycruises com chicago groups wedding venue Hotel Baker is a boutique hotel located in downtown St Charles The unique romantic atmosphere on the banks of the Fox River has made the historic hotel a natural choice with couples from all over Chicagoland Since the property reopened weddings and private parties have become its specialty The outdoor garden and patio offer picturesque river views while the interior rooms are elegantly appointed to compliment the building s Old World elegance Hotel Baker 100 W Main Street St Charles 630 584 2100 www hotelbaker com Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 17

COVER STORY by Mindy Kyle Photos by Mike Mantucca Unless Submitted Celebrating THE ARTS Taking in a good play musical concert or comedy show is an experience that could elicit any number of emotions Live performances touch parts of your soul and make you smile cry laugh and maybe even cheer We caught up with a few of our residents that are a part of creating and presenting our local performing arts productions to explore what they do 18 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY DianaMartinez GLEN ELLYN The entertainment business has been Diana Martinez s life for over 25 years The current Director of the McAninch Performing Arts Center at College of DuPage and lifetime Glen Ellyn resident started when she was in 3rd grade when she landed a part in The Velveteen Rabbit and had the bug ever since Throughout high school Diana worked as the Stage Manager for the professional summer theatre program called the Before Broadway Players After receiving her degree in Theatre Management from the University of Illinois she came back to direct the program along with directing over 40 musicals in 13 years for Pheasant Run Resort and eventually becoming their Director of Entertainment and Marketing Diana was then offered a position at Paramount Theater in Aurora where she helped re imagine programs added a new lobby Gallery and production space and activated a capital campaign In 2009 she joined Second City later became President and opened UP Comedy Club a new theatre for Second City Five years ago the MAC was looking for someone to help them with their re opening after being closed for remodeling She jumped at the chance to work with the community she knew and loved and the 10 minute drive to work was a bonus What has helped her be so successful Directors need to appreciate two things to be successful artists and audiences she explains Find the best artists to support nurture and promote then you find the audiences that appreciate and enjoy them

COVER STORY JimTerrill Liesz WHEATON Wheaton resident James Terrill Liesz 63 aspired to be in the performing arts at a very early age He would stage productions with all the kids in the neighborhood where he would write stories the kids could perform and of course he was always the director He continued his theatrical involvement throughout high school and college James majored in education and minored in Theatre Arts at North Central College and later went on to get his Masters Degree in Theatre Arts from Northern Illinois University For thirty four years he was an English teacher and Drama Director in several local schools while still staying involved in community productions He is now retired but still going strong in the theater Over the years he has worked with many local theaters but when he joined Wheaton Drama in 1981 he knew he had found someplace special The members of Wheaton Drama have become more than just people who get together to put on plays and musicals explains James Little did I know they would turn out to be my second family James has been an actor in several of Wheaton Drama s productions and previously served as Board President but he is most notably known as a director One of his favorite experiences was directing Follies in 1994 as the inaugural production of their Playhouse 111 There was a huge cocktail party the mayor cutting the official ribbon and a standing ovation that night for the production Playhouse 111 was born says James I will remember opening night for as long as I live Johnny Rabe NAPERVILLE Johnny Rabe had a busy May On May 12 The Chicago Academy for the Arts senior celebrated at the school s prom The next day the Naperville resident flew to New York City for a three day recording session for the album that will publicize the musical The Ways We Travel A professional actor since age 10 Rabe was accepted to Northwestern Stanford USC and Virginia He will attend Stanford University this fall Being an actor as a profession is such a diverse job Rabe said It s not just one thing I m interested in acting directing writing producing I just find it s intoxicating It s the most fulfilling thing I could ever do being able to tell other people s stories and share a connection with the audience who most of the time are complete strangers There s such an empathy and human connection that is so rare especially in this age of social media and especially in a safe place Rabe has performed on Broadway at four shows at the Lincolnshire Marriott Theatre including his professional debut as a 10 year old and at several other area venues Rabe s mother Lilah said her son has always loved musical theater and his favorite activity from the time he could walk was to dress up as a cowboy pirate knight ninja or Luke Skywalker My husband and I have STEM backgrounds but we wanted our two sons to have exposure to the arts as well so I started taking Johnny and his older brother to theater performances when Johnny was about 2 years old Lilah Rabe said By the time he was 4 he was discussing after each performance which role he would like to play and by 6 how he would have directed the show differently Rabe has been at The Academy since the start of his sophomore year He transferred in part because of bullying issues he faced at his previous high school My freshman year I was very very small and my voice hadn t changed yet Rabe said I was a smaller teenager who just loved theater The people who were nice to me with a small minority I was pushed in the hallways called names It was very frustrating Rabe said that immediately changed as soon as he began at The Academy He commutes an hour each way from Naperville taking the 706 train Downtown and then an Academy school bus to the school but said the long distance journey has been well worth it There has not been a single unpleasant thing since I ve been here Rabe said There has been no name calling and it s such a positive place to learn and grow and get better at what you want to do Andy Robinson Musical Theatre Department Chair at The Academy said Rabe has thrived at the school because he loves the art form passionately And he uses that love for it to muster the discipline and work ethic to master the more complex performance skills Robinson said He also is a real intellectual whose knowledge about other academic disciplines enhances his about theatre Rabe is thrilled to see where his career will take him after graduating from The Academy He said the school has prepared him immensely as he s transitioned from a child actor into a budding adult star I feel prepared for anything that could come my way he said I m ready for what the world has to throw at me Photo Story Submitted

MONTHLY FEATURE Literary Locals DR ROBERT WEIL AND SHARKIE ZARTMAN HeySportsParents M O N T H L Y C O L UM N To Give To Inspire self awareness and selfdiscipline as well as team building listening and concentration skills social skills and a sense of pride and achievement ARTFUL IMPACT of NAPERVILLE In my school years from elementary through college and beyond I was always involved in the performing arts It is one of my true passions in life to perform and entertain and I did that by acting in stage productions and musicals singing in choirs and small ensemble groups and writing and performing skits with the Second City Chicago Training Center The joy of working with like minded creative people and talented directors to create entertaining programming is a fantastic experience full of learning and self expression Deb Newman the Chairman of the Board for Artful IMPACT in Naperville believed the same as she watched her children grow up at the School of Performing Arts She knew the arts made all people stronger and since the School was already growing a fledgling series of special needs classes it seemed logical to grow the program in a bigger way In 2013 Deb became one of the Founders of Artful IMPACT the community outreach wing of the School of Performing Arts and she has served on the Board since the beginning Artful IMPACT is a not for profit 501 c 3 corporation established to offer creative arts experiences for all people in the Chicago Western Suburbs We work with abilities and possibilities not disabilities says Deb Through creative arts children and young people with disabilities are encouraged to maximize their potential in a supportive setting that celebrates music movement theater and fine arts Deb explains that these programs have a big impact on their participants self confidence The organization s Special Needs IMPACT programs are open to any individual ages 9 99 with a developmental disability and they modify their learning environment to suit each individual Their SPECTRUM program offers youth and young adults musical theater show choir and dance movement classes Members of the community can support Artful IMPACT by attending public performances cheering the participants on or attending their annual fundraisers Cabaret in the spring and Singing for Seniors concert in the fall Donors are always welcome Seeing people rise up the way they do through Artful IMPACT makes the entire community stronger more respectful more hopeful and more empowered says Deb For more information on Artful IMPACT and their programs visit www artfulimpact org Mindy s August Giving Inspiration Tip a cab driver or Uber driver generously ABOUT THE WRITER Mindy Kyle is the owner of Be Inspired Studios and is passionate about helping people discover what brings them joy and to live a full healthy and happy life She has her Masters in Fine Arts degree in creative writing from DePaul University and lives in Naperville with her husband three children and the cutest dog in the land 20 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY There are so many tough decisions now for parents whose children want to participate in sports how to choose the right program how to help coach them preventing injuries Dr Robert Weil an original New Yorker with an office in Aurora is a sports podiatrist that has helped many elite athletes and hosts the radio show The Sports Doctor His co author Sharkie Zartman is a former All American volleyball player and former member of the U S National team They have combined their expertise into one book designed to help parents navigate through youth sports programs HeySportsParents is broken down in four sections The first section written by Sharkie is Sports Parenting 101 which includes choosing the right program nutritional guidelines college recruiting and stress management The next section says Dr Bob is called The Sports Doctor is In I talk about overtraining sports and drugs the importance of the right shoes and orthotics and the very real risks of contact football for kids The third and fourth section highlight various experts in youth sports and parenting Dr Bob and Sharkie met years ago when they both hosted shows for the same radio network We thought this book would be a great resource because of our different professional perspectives says Sharkie You can find HeySportsParents on Amazon Kindle and Ingram and watch for a signing this summer at Anderson s Bookshop Know a Local Author in DuPage or Kane County Introduce Us at editorial glancermagazine com JANET DICK NAPERVILLE The Face in My Window A former high school teacher and 40 year Naperville resident Janet Dick was inspired to write a historical novel when she first met Margo Huver Margo had an intriguing story but needed help with the writing so they formed a partnership and published The Face in My Window last January Margo was 25 with four children under five whose husband worked nights Late one night a man s face appeared in her window and remained for several seconds despite Margo s pounding on the glass and her hysterical screaming The stalking continued and she feared for her life and the safety of her children Her family moved and in June 1968 Robert F Kennedy was assassinated When the shooter s face appeared on her television Margo fell to the floor and sobbed Sirhan Sirhan was the face in her window that fateful evening Part One of the book is the true account of how Margo lived her life in fear for those six months Part Two tells of when she was finally not afraid to make her story public and Part Three is fiction but based on extensive research and Margo s theory on her connection to Sirhan You can find The Face in My Window on Amazon or Amazon Kindle as well as Anderson s Bookshop in Naperville Mindy Kyle Know a Local Author in DuPage or Kane County Introduce Us at editorial glancermagazine com

FESTIVAL FUN The Last Fling Held Over Labor Day Weekend with Major Headliners Family Events and More NAPERVILLE The Naperville Jaycees Last Fling is a family friendly community festival that takes place over Labor Day Weekend along the Riverwalk in Downtown Naperville and for many is a fun way to say farewell to summer This year s Men In Black Pest Control Main Stage on Rotary Hill will feature national acts and the Jackson Avenue Block Party Stage will showcase local and regional bands throughout the weekend GUEST BLOGGERS Pedis n Passports MOTHER DAUGHTER MILWAUKEE WEEKEND 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Schlemiel Schlimazel Hasenpfeffer Incorporated Millennials ask your parents I showed Brooke an episode of Laverne and Shirley before we headed out on our mother daughter Milwaukee weekend And yes I made her reenact the opening right out on the street in public Considering I was taking her to a Miranda Sings concert it was more than a fair exchange Milwaukee is such an easy weekend getaway from our Chicago suburb of Naperville just under a two hour drive We hit no traffic and the weather was beautiful sunny and dry for a mid March weekend If you visit Milwaukee I can t imagine you d want to stay anywhere other than The Pfister Hotel It s rich in history luxury and art Built in 1893 The Pfister holds the largest hotel collection of Victorian Art in the world No wonder it is known as The Jewel of Milwaukee The top floor pool with the panoramic view wasn t lacking either Knowing basically nothing about Milwaukee we were excited to explore the city Here s what we learned just by chatting with locals and asking lots of questions Last Fling 2018 Main Stage acts include the Pop 2000 Tour hosted by NSYNC s Lance Bass featuring O Town Aaron Carter Ryan Cabrera and Tyler Hilton on Friday 8 31 The Loudwire Gen X Summer Tour is Saturday 9 1 featuring Buckcherry P O D Lit and Alien Ant Farm Sunday 9 2 will be announced soon Family Fun Land will provide a family friendly atmosphere at Naper Settlement featuring Hula dancers from The Barefoot Hawaiian Inc performing to live accompaniment AND will host FREE hula lessons 9 1 A public meet and greet with the Medieval Times Queen Dona Maria Isabella will be held on 9 2 Also join in on the fun as we attempt to set a new world record for the greatest number of people wearing paper crowns 9 2 Family Fun Land will additionally feature a wax hand molding station family entertainment food and much more The family friendly Fling Mile takes place on Monday 9 3 before the Naperville Jaycee s Labor Day Parade kicks off at 10am Additionally the carnival will be open all weekend long and patrons with special needs will get exclusive priority no wait seating on Sunday 9 4 from 9am 10am wristband required Proceeds from the Last Fling are given to other nonprofit organizations in the community www LastFling org ON STAGE FUN Milwaukee is a German settlement and the influential Captain Fredrick Pabst s name is everywhere He was a German American brewer who purchased the Pabst Theatre in 1890 Milwaukee is divided by the Milwaukee River The east sits along the Milwaukee Bay which spills into Lake Michigan The buildings here are full of character City Hall could probably be mistaken for Big Ben and the Federal Building looks like a European castle The west side of Milwaukee seems more suburban and is home to Marquette University now on Brooke s college radar Along the lake is the Museum of Art Its structure resembles a ship or perhaps a whale Either way it s a work of art in itself Although we were surprised not to find any breweries there s definitely not a lack of churches in Milwaukee There almost seems to be a church on every block and the architecture of each one is magnificent Again the feeling of European teleportation was strong To sum up Milwaukee is perfect for a last minute girl s getaway an architectural dream easy and fun to walk around rich in history with loads of shopping and dining choices ABOUT THE BLOGGERS Naperville mom and teacher Kristen Kainrath and her teen daughter Brooke are a mother daughter travel blogging team who have always shared an incurable case of wanderlust Their goal is to inspire girls to follow their passions and appreciate the diversity of our global community Follow them on their journeys at www pedisnpassports com or on Instagram pedis n passports and brookesabroadand Watch for their monthly article inside Glancer Magazine in 2018 Relive the Music Stories You Love at Mainstage Theater at Pheasant Run Resort ST CHARLES Relive the music and stories you love at the Mainstage Theater at Pheasant Run Resort Dance away date night with acts like Elvis Thru the Years A Tribute to Elvis Presley or one of many musical tribute acts Wake up your inner child with a nostalgic stage production like Rumpelstiltskin Big shows in an intimate setting with food and cool drinks just steps away Start planning your Mainstage Theater experience today Bright lights Small city Mainstage Theater at Pheasant Run 4051 E Main Street St Charles 630 584 6300 www pheasantrun com mainstagetheater Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 21

This Glancer Magazine Exclusive Is Part of Our Distinct Branding Series In 2018 2019 Watch for DISTINCT IN HOME DESIGN Pictorials Appearing August through November 2018 In December a New Category will Be Featured through March 26 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 22 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY

Hardwood Floor Renewal Known for renewing hardwood floors and giving them a beautiful updated look Buff Coat has fast become a preferred service company in the area of home design Their team can transform your tired dull looking hardwood floors into your home s pride and joy at half the cost of re sanding The Buff Coat process is dustless odorless and done in a day They remove your cosmetic scratches then apply a fresh finish to your floor in one of four sheens Create a new look by changing from a glossy to satin finish or vice versa Visit BuffandCoatNow com on Facebook or call 630 689 3800 Luxurious executive townhomes Residents with a desire for maintenance free living with yard and exterior maintenance provided find Parks Edge to be all they ve ever dreamed of It is ideally located within walking distance of downtown Naperville and the Metro station but with limited congestion In Parks Edge there are only 10 units which all have Seager Park Forest Preserve as their back yard Visit the beautiful models today open Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm or by appointment by calling 312 388 3030 and ask for Fred I 88 to Naperville Rd South 1 mile to Plank Rd then West 1 mile www parks edge naperville com Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 23

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WHAT S YOUR BATHROOM TYPE TUB vs SHOWER BEAUTIFUL HOME BODY CLEANSING TUB VS SHOWER All Things Beautiful It s not a philosophical question Rather it may be a question of space or of cost Or it might just be personal preference that dictates the choice of tub or shower Common wisdom for decades has been that a tub shower combination was the best way to satisfy everyone Now that many homes have more than one bathroom the prevailing answer is that to maintain resale value a home with at least one tub is best or one tub on each floor in larger homes There is no reason however to have a tub or a tub shower combo in every bathroom if you prefer using a shower VELVET GRACE Velvet Grace Boutique beautifully displays home accent vignettes which include many d cor styles textures and unique finds throughout the boutique Layered in the home d cor are the perfect gifts and personal accessories such as Kendra Scott Summer Ellis Mud Pie Capri Blue Nest Candles and much more to treat yourself or someone special Velvet Grace Studio offers certified Annie Sloan Chalk Paint workshops perfect for any level of experience where you will have a hands on experience with Annie s paint paint enhancing products and brushes Perfect for a ladies night out and refreshments are provided Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for our upcoming SPECIAL EVENTS 4025 US Highway 34 Oswego 630 636 6570 www velvetgrace net Kitchen Makeover In Just 3 to 5 Days TUPELO LANE DESIGNS Like the layout of your kitchen and it s functional but you want a new look Your The Tupelo Lane cabinets are in good shape but you Design Team can t stand that orange oak Are you looking at your kitchen and wondering if it can be refinished with paint Tupelo Lane Designs is your answer We will refinish your cabinets to a factory finish for 1 4 the price of replacing your cabinetry The average kitchen is finished in 3 5 days We arrive after the morning rush and are gone before the evening chaos Start on Monday and you will be ready to host a dinner party Friday night to show off your new kitchen Contact Tupelo Lane Designs for a FREE instant quick quote directly on their website or email to schedule a design consultant to come out for a FREE quote and color consultation TupeloLaneDesigns com contact TupeloLaneDesigns gmail com 630 200 3295 Room Make Overs Coming this Fall ROSELAND INTERIORS This month is the perfect time to kick start a fall room makeover Start with an interior design appointment today and you ll be on the path to a professional result You ll also be able to enjoy new window treatments reupholstered furniture and completely new bedding after the kids return to school Roseland Draperies shop at home service includes reupholstery bedding table linens paint consultations furniture layout and yes window treatments Choosing everything in your own home and sourcing all the materials together can make all the difference in the results Our interior designers pride themselves on creating beautiful rooms which express each family s unique style Book an appointment online and save big at www RoselandDraperies com Photo courtesy of Lafayette Interior Fashions Large Showers Busy lifestyles tend to encourage quick showers rather than relaxing soaks and if that s the norm for your household it can make sense to have the convenience of a separate shower perhaps with a built in bench rather than a tub only or even a tubshower combination Showers can be designed to fit any space and lifestyle If you like to relax and enjoy the peace and privacy of a longer more soothing shower experience the sky is the limit today You can incorporate sound steam music phone answering tv seating chromatherapy and just about anything else Digital controls that are programmable to set the temperature music and type of water flow can even be controlled by smart phones Modern curb free or low curb showers are also more convenient for older persons and those with vision and mobility issues or those who have difficulty bending or use a walker or a wheel chair If the shower space is large enough the shower can be built without a door and still control the water spray It is relatively easy to design a spacious shower with a non slip floor surface to replace an existing tub If that seems like an overly large shower many bath designers choose to add a row of open shelves a narrow supply closet or a slim cabinet at one end The addition of a frameless glass panel and door can visually expand a small bathroom and eliminate the need for a shower curtain Tub Only Soaking tubs are all the rage in trendy bathrooms today with higher than normal side walls they are sometimes viewed as luxury items but they can also be practical in homes with children because they tend to reduce splashing and can be large enough to seem like small swimming pools encouraging young children to enjoy bath time One of the common reasons to have a tub in a family bathroom is for its convenience as a baby bath since most younger children don t enjoy showers Separate Shower and Tub If your bathroom is large enough you might want to add a separate shower rather than replace an existing tub Again depending on the configuration and the existing plumbing it might be an easy task to reroute water lines and tie in to an existing drain or it might involve chipping into a slab or breaking through a floor In most cases though it does not constitute an impossible dream Contributed by The Kitchen Master 600 Industrial Drive Naperville www thekitchenmaster com Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 25

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HOME GARDEN HOME DESIGN An Enclave of Luxurious Townhomes PARKS EDGE IN NAPERVILLE You may be ready for a maintenance free townhome where the yard and exterior maintenance is provided You may also want to be within walking distance of downtown Naperville and the Metro station But you do not want to feel congested If so Parks Edge is for you In Parks Edge there are only 10 units which all have Seager Park Forest Preserve as their back yard It is very close to downtown and the Metra station And the construction materials and quality are top notch To see more of this gracious community go to YouTube Link https youtu be 8TWk9MAGL_I To see it in person the models are open on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4pm or by appointment by calling 312 388 3030 and ask for Fred I 88 to Naperville Rd South 1 mile to Plank Rd then West 1 mile www parks edge naperville com What You Focus On Grows Visit this 10 000 Sq Ft Showroom In Naperville HOMEWERKS KITCHEN AND BATH Recognized as a premiere remodeling company this 10 000 square foot showroom is truly inspiring Family owned and operated since 1996 HomeWerks specializes in full service remodeling The kitchen and bath displays are interactive allowing visitors to experience many product features first hand With the focus of providing high quality products professional installation and exceptional customer service HomeWerks has been a welcomed addition to the Naperville community Receive 3 000 off a new bathroom or kitchen project See ad on page 3 for details HomeWerks Kitchen and Bath 1154 E Ogden Avenue Naperville 866 265 8895 www myhomewerks com Exceeding Expectations PENNY O BRIEN Selling a home is like a Beauty Contest The best looking ideally updated optimally priced homes sell the quickest often for the highest price especially entering the late Summer early Fall selling season Contact me for a complimentary marketing analysis of your home I consistently rank in the top 5 producing john greene Realtor agents My listings sell for 98 list price average market time is 37 faster than market average Penny O Brien Broker SRS CSC SFR RENE Relocation Specialist Negotiation Expert 630 207 7001 PennyOBrien johngreenerealtor com OPAL ENTERPRISES This message has been delivered to me in several ways so far this year In business conferences and in articles I read It is an important message and I have it written on a sticky note on my computer and I have it written on my bathroom mirror I come to my desk everyday with this message and its meaning as a guide for me personally to organize my day With everything and I mean EVERYTHING we feel we need to accomplish in our work and personal days this message What you focus on Grows is key to keeping me on track to focus on the important things For Opal and I this tends to mean focus on appreciating the customers we earn If I focus on appreciation I intend for my customer base to grow Reversely I recognize that if I subconsciously focus on the stress I feel as a business owner that stress will grow So here s to having a positive June with growth Tara Dawn Happily a Co Owner Marketing Manager Tara opalenterprises net Opal Enterprises Showroom 127 Ambassador Drive Suite 159 Naperville Info opalenterprises net 630 355 6557 www opalexteriors com Local Experts You Can Trust THE PICKENS PLACKO TEAM As Realtors buying and selling homes over the last 30 years Naperville isn t just our business but our home We ve sold houses bought dream homes purchased investment properties raised families and grown up right here in Naperville Whether spending an afternoon at Centennial Beach or taking a stroll along the Riverwalk after dinner downtown we know what makes living here so special and proudly share our knowledge and love of the area with our clients This has allowed us to help hundreds of families buy and sell their homes right here in Naperville and we re ready to help you too The Pickens Placko Team Baird Warner Naperville s 1 Team in Volume Sold www pickensandplackoteam com pickensandplackoteam bairdwarner com 630 253 3428 630 542 6682 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 27

Kid Stuff Summer is winding down School s on the horizon and it s time to celebrate the last few weeks of summer There are many great events and activities happening around DuPage County Here are a few of our favorites From roller skating with the fam to lego building and trolley riding Enjoy Share this feature with friends online and in social media Subscribe to receive every monthly issue Young Rembrandts Returns to Area Elementary Schools WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO Back to school is in full swing and Young Rembrandts returns to area Elementary Schools This program began 30 years ago to challenge and excite budding artists and prepare children for lifelong learning Drawing classes are held in local schools immediately after dismissal in a safe and secure environment Instructors use proven step by step methods to explore shapes shading color and textures Enroll your child in a Young Rembrandts class THEY WILL LOVE IT Young Rembrandts 630 493 4263 www youngrembrandts com foxvalley www youngrembrandts com dupage Family Roller Night August 8 9 ELMHURST Skate back to school this year with a fabulously fun night for all ages at the rink Gather your friends and family and come out for a rocking and rolling night of skating at Lombard Roller Rink NOTE Waivers are required of all skaters and must be signed before participation View rink rules at lombardrollerrink com Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult and children 14 18 must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian Skate at your own risk 6 30 8 30pm Lombard Roller Rink 2011 W 22nd St Elmhurst 30 Minute Trolley Fride for Kids In Dowtown Naperville NAPERVILLE For the younger children that might not want to listen to our full one hour Historic Tour this ride is for you Some fun music a little History and you can all ring the bell when we are done 8 per person all ages Board at Jackson Ave and Eagle St Naperville 630 355 2242 www napervilletrolley com Build It Small Build It Tall at DCM NAPERVILLE Big bricks small bricks bright bricks bold bricks so many bricks A brick builder s paradise full of LEGO Bricks and Duplo Blocks is now open at DuPage Children s Museum DCM for a limited time The learning possibilities with LEGO bricks are endless From engineering and science to storytelling and collaborative play LEGOs do it all Children and adults can build on tables walls and floors unleashing their creativity and problem solving skills Come build with us www dupagechildrens org 630 637 8000 28 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY

IT S MOM TIME MO N T H L Y C O L UM N Mom s Little Black Book INDOOR OR OUTDOORS This crazy Chicagoland weather Even though it s summer we still have to worry about rain wind and even chilly days I love that NurfWars can be set up anywhere indoors or outdoors They will come to a location of your choice and bring all the equipment too which includes Blasters Masks Team Color Jerseys and Bunkers They can setup in a gym or in your yard or wherever you want to play So for our Glancer Magazine readers in St Charles Geneva Batavia Sugar Grove Downers Grove Wheaton Glen Ellyn and Naperville that means it s as close to home as you want it to be Even at your home We chose to play outside in my backyard What started out as a cheerleaders bonding event turned into friends co workers cheerleaders and siblings all at war We loaded our Blasters and hid behind our bunkers until the whistle sounded The goal was simple hit the opposing team and eliminate the competition A lot like paint ball but a lot less painful The game of Capture the Flag required a bit more strategy we needed to work together to protect our man so he she could get the flag We had people army crawling and hiding behind castle walls while attempting to take out the opponent to ensure our complete success to capture the flag It was fun for everyone as we had kids as young as 12 and adults as old as 47 You only have to be 6 years old and only need at least 6 participants to play the game so it perfect for just about anything from birthday parties to family reunions to corporate and PTA school events Play style is totally up to you too Multiple game types include Team Deathmatch Capture the Flag Humans vs Zombies and Free for All Total round fun all year OVERVIEW NurfWars Inc is an event hosting service that hosts nerf battle events at a location of your choice anywhere in the Chicago area and suburbs All equipment is provided including Blasters Masks Team Color Jerseys and Bunkers NurfWars Inc 630 429 0580 www NurfWars com Hours Event brought to the location of your choice in the Chicago Area and Suburbs on a date time that works for you Price Pricing is per person per hour of actual play time it is dependent on the age group and group size ABOUT THE WRITER Naperville mom Kristen Kucharski graduated from Illinois State University in 1992 with an International Business Degree She is married and has two energetic daughters and her house is always full of children Kristen s column titled Mom s Little Black Book is a monthly feature written for moms who are looking for ways to keep their kids busy Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 29

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HEALTHY body Receive 20 Off Coolsculpting WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO Concierge Medical Spa Is a full service luxury medical spa and the 1 Provider of Coolsculpting in the midwest They offer non invasive procedures of aesthetic services skin rejuvenation hair removal injectables and body contouring just to name a few Their highly trained staff is specialized in the latest aesthetic medical treatments and is ready to help patients achieve their goals They customize each treatment specifically for you this personalized service begins with a complimentary consultation They know their clients have many choices for their Aesthetic Services which is why we Concierge Medical Spa strives to provide you with the best results coupled with great customer service No matter what your concerns are their experienced team looks forward to helping you look and feel your best Book your consult today see ad on inside back cover www conciergemedspa com glancer Exceeding the Trust Respect of Patients WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO Since it s opening in 1999 Valley View Dental in Romeoville IL has grown by leaps and bounds Valley View Dental offers a full array of general dentistry services cosmetic dentistry periodontal dental implants orthodontics procedures and oral surgery We can offer our patients services like Invisalign BOOST Teeth Whitening CEREC one day crowns and even same day emergency visits Dr Khuranamanaging partner With a large staff of doctors and its largest on site lab and extended business hours Valley View Dental has the ability to treat patients according to their own schedules and convenience Stop by and see why others in the community have trusted Valley View Dental for almost 20 years Valley View Dental www vvdental com Located In Naperville Montgomery Romeoville Personal Training Q What is the best plan to get into shape for summer First start a program early before its too late This means right now Most programs you need about three months to see results and you don t want to do some unhealthy fad diet that takes a week Second make metabolic strength training your priority in the gym These means circuit based strength workouts with minimal rest Finally lock in your nutrition by keeping sugars and alcohol slim to none The key is to start early and do a quality program that will give you real results and not just a quick fix ABOUT THE WRITER Hank Ebeling is the Owner and Lead Coach at H4 Training His training systems have helped countless clients achieve their goals and get into the best shape of their lives Hank has a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from University of Nevada Las Vegas and is certified by the American College of Sports Medicine Hank has been in the training industry for 8 years working on his craft at numerous health clubs and private training studio With a passion for fitness he strives to empower his athletes and clients with knowledge so that they may continue to improve throughout their lives DR MOM INTRODUCING WEST SUBURBAN DR MOM Dr Kelly Smith Leaving the house at 6pm arriving back at 8am and caring for a husband and five children can be a struggle but Dr Kelly Smith works hard to balance the many aspects of life as a physician and mother Dr Smith has one child of her own a 4 month old as well as 4 stepchildren ages 9 16 With a typical work day being from 7pm to 7am working in Rush Copley s emergency room life can be very exhausting at times When asking Dr Smith how she makes it all work she replied I have a sitter one day a week and my husband is home on the weekends so I can sleep she said Even on her days off Dr Smith still has a full schedule of everyday duties as a mother and wife I m kept busy with my infant then preparing dinner for my stepchildren on Tuesday and Thursdays she spoke about her schedule on her days off Dr Smith shared that she always tries to have a home cooked meal prepared for the kids whenever she is home representing her love for her children and their healthy lifestyle During Dr Smith s college years her hopes of being a physician came about I loved the idea that my knowledge can improve someone s life Dr Smith shared her passion for her job Being a physician allows me to use my skills to solve incredibly complex and fascinating disease processes she explained On top of Dr Smith s countless dreams for her future her main goal is to raise a happy healthy kind and smart daughter Regarding her daughter s future she explained I would support my child becoming a doctor if it was a passion of hers Dr Smith continued her statement with her thoughts about the changed world of medicine today Unfortunately medicine isn t as pure as it used to be explaining with a tone of disappointment To Dr Smith she sees medicine as being tainted by insurance companies the huge risk of litigation an insane number of administrators and bureaucrats and high drug costs However these changing factors to the world of medicine do not change Dr Smith s dedication or passion for her occupation She simply cannot foreshadow how the medical field may evolve when her daughter has grown but Dr Smith will support her daughter and stepchildren no matter the path they choose in life ABOUT THE WRITER Amanda Pavletic of Naperville is an incoming senior at Grand Valley State University in Allendale Michigan where she is studying Health Communications hoping to follow her dreams of working in Public Relations Communications with a health emphasis Amanda is Glancer Magazine s 2018 Editorial Intern who will be writing a new feature column titled Dr Mom where she will highlight a west suburban area mom who is also a medical physician Amanda will focus on a day in the life of each Dr Mom and will share about her medical practice as well Amanda plays club soccer at Grand Valley and loves to exercise in her spare time She also enjoys reading writing cooking and playing with her dog Wrigley an 8 month old mini Pomadoodle Dr Mom will appear in each issue of Glancer 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HEALTH BEAUTY MICHAEL PERICH Owner of The Gnome Colony Co Online Entrepreneur With an Undying Love for Helping Women Look Flawless Area Resident Opens New Boutique GLEN ELLYN Michael Perich has always had such a passion for beautiful things in life that create a story and visually translate that story as well The passion he has for wanting a woman to feel and look their best cannot be put into words His career which spans now 23 years in the beauty business as a professional makeup artist has run from one end of the spectrum to the other and he is beyond super excited to announce his new product line PERICH Skincare Makeup His new line is exclusively available inside his new 1 700 sq ft store The Gnome Colony Co on Main St in Glen Ellyn Michael also offers a full e commerce website at MichaelPerich com for those who cannot come into the store I have said it a million times before and I will say it again life is not a dress rehearsal so do what you love in life and the rest will follow he says Opening a new business feels like you wake up get slingshot into a hurricane whipped around all day then you get thrown back into bed at full velocity You get up wash rinse and repeat again until it is done It is all done out of an undying love for my passions When life gets tough his faith in God carries him through He always does blessings checks throughout the day and feels very fortunate to be living his dream There are thousands of people that went to sleep last night and never got to wake up to see another day or loved one Michael says Not every day is rainbows with unicorns and sunshine for anyone but remember you are ALIVE and there is always a rainbow after a storm to show you that you survived the storm At the end of the day Michael s undying love in his life is helping women look flawless feel amazing and beautiful things that evoke an emotional feeling in the soul He says I want to be able to say on my last day in my last breath that I did it took chances made mistakes grew from them chased dreams and made women love themselves even more Michael s store The Gnome Colony Co is the natural evolution of all the things he loves in life married together He says with conviction that women truly need more cheerleaders in life and he is happy to be on the sidelines with his pom poms Kristen Kucharski Photo by Mike Mantucca BUSINESS SUMMARY The Gnome Colony Co is a place where women of all ages shapes and sizes can cross the threshold into a land of love whimsy and wishes My store is not just a store but an experience for the senses and you will find nothing but beautiful pieces that please the eye warm the soul and ignite a spark in the imagination Michael Perich product chosen in Chicago to be featured in Qatar Airways Magazine The Best of the Best when the airline first opened its direct route from Chicago to Doha Started first business and storefront at 27 years old Featured on FOX CBS WGN and countless magazines for skincare and makeup products Worked with Joan Rivers AREAS OF SPECIALTY Professional makeup artist for 23 years carrying exclusive product line of Perich Skincare Makeup in The Gnome Colony Co A store full of love whimsy and wishes Making the world a more magical and love filled place through a variety of art platforms AWARDS ACCOLADES AND ACHIEVEMENTS The lipstick he created for Chicago icon and socialite Candace Jordan Candid Candace was the only 32 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY BUSINESS LOCATION The Gnome Colony Co 485 N Main Street Glen Ellyn 630 793 5284 www thegnomecolony com FACEBOOK www facebook com thegnomecolony INSTAGRAM thegnomecolony SEE COMPLETE PROFILE AT www localinfluential chicago com

Before After The All on 4 Treatment Concept Are You Someone Who Is Looking for a Life Changing Experience WHEATON ORAL SURGERY IMPLANT CENTER If you have several missing teeth and do not want the hassle that comes along with dentures then this Naperville oral surgery office can help The All on 4 treatment concept is a revolutionary procedure used to help thousands in replacing a full set of teeth When you walk out of their office you ll go home with a set of teeth that look and feel like your own Michael S Scherer D D S M D and his team are located in Naperville Dr Scherer practices a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from dental implants to wisdom teeth removal Wheaton Oral Surgery Implant Center 2323 Naperville Rd Suite 160 Naperville www wheatonoralsurgery com 630 364 2888 G U E S T B LO G G E R Glen Ellyn Mom s Village TAKING BACK YOUR SPACE WITH THESE 5 STEPS With a house full of kids pets and very little time keeping the house orderly is like shoveling during a heavy snowstorm The endless papers the many shoes the nomadic toys can quickly add up and the task of organizing seems impossible With these strategies and tips from Laurie Palau of This Organized Life podcast and author of Hot Mess A Practical Guide to Getting Organized she can help you find your space again Her philosophy begins with the root of your clutter Once you identify where your clutter is coming from you can begin to work on strategies to eliminate it and get organized You don t have to throw everything away but learning how to get rid of items you don t need and removing excess clutter from your house is the main goal Help For Alopecia TUBELLA HAIR STUDIO Alpoecia is a misunderstood autoimmune condition that includes Alopecia Areata Alpoecia Totalis or Alopecia Universalis Nearly 5 million Americans 2 of the population are affected The cause is unknown and there is no cure Alopecia is highly unpredictable as hair loss and regrowth can occur at any time The only positive is that there is new technology to recreate someones natural hair and scalp and it s available at TuBella Hair Studio in Lisle through their new partner company Cesare Ragazzi They have developed a 3D printed hair prosthetic Visit online today for more details www tubellhairstudios com Service With a Smile GLEN ELLYN DENTISTRY Owner Dr Charise Petrelli has been practicing dentistry since 2002 She is skilled in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry and enjoys treating patients of all ages Glen Ellyn Dentistry boasts the latest technological advancements and is completely paperless supporting a greener environment They only use digital x rays which contain 80 90 less radiation than traditional film x rays The newly expanded staff which includes new associate dentist Dr Christopher Zwiercan takes great pride in knowing their patients individually and treating them like family Beyond traditional services Dr Petrelli offers Velscope Vx Oral Cancer Screenings Xylitol products which help prevent cavities Philips ZOOM professional teeth whitening options and a variety of Sonicare electric toothbrushes Now offering extended hours contact Glen Ellyn Dentistry today Kristen Kucharski Glen Ellyn Dentistry 577 Pennsylvania Avenue Suite 100 Glen Ellyn 630 942 0727 www glenellyndentistry com Define your clutter Is it physical emotional or calendar clutter Physical clutter is basically STUFF Emotional clutter is something that you can t get rid of because it makes you feel guilty or you feel fearful that you might need it again or worry about the what if Calendar clutter is being over scheduled or having poor time management skills which leaves you with saying there just aren t enough hours in the day Talking through this and breaking free from your clutter gives you permission to let go Ask yourself the 5 W s Seriously think about why you are holding onto items If you don t have a good answer for these then it s time to let it go And don t let the what if stand in your way Who gave it to me What purpose is it serving When was the last time I used or wore it Why am I keeping it Schedule it If you feel there is never a good time to get organized identify your peak times of productivity Perhaps a free morning when the kids go back to school or make it a family project Make piles Start with a small area and sort items into piles Keep Donate Recycle Relocate Label everything Whatever area you are organizing create zones and keep similar items together Layout items so that the most used ones have prime real estate Label label This makes it easy for family members to put things back For more tips join us for Laurie Palau s Clutter Clinic at the Glen Ellyn Boathouse September 12 Register through www glenellynparkdistrict org ABOUT THE BLOGGER Glen Ellyn Mom s Village is a local blog that was created by resident Alicia Donovan She is devoted to being a mom who inspires others and loves connecting and creating a sense of community for all She keeps herself busy with her active family two dogs and surprises people when she says she s a beekeeper Follow her west suburban blog at www glenellynmomsvillage com Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 33

ARTFUL INSPIRED MUST VISIT PLACES Thomas Merton a successful writer theologian mystic poet social activist and student of comparative religion once said Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time DuPage County is filled with many unique and inviting artsy places This month s 7 Spectacular list inspires you to check out these Must Visit Artsy Places and experience his words for yourself 1 2 Troll Hunt Morton Arboretum Lisle Journey through the far reaching forest to hunt for six colossal trolls crafted by Danish artist Thomas Dambo Marvel at these 15 to 30 foot tall and one 60 foot long sculptures Join the adventure and pick up the Troll Hunter s Handbook to find clues for each Troll s secret hideout till the end of the year www mortonarb org 2 3 3 Robert Lee Fritz Glass Blowing Lombard For individuals who have always wanted to try working with hot glass join a private workshop at Robert Lee Fritz Create your own solid shape piece a round paperweight an egg a flame or a free form sculpture using your own creativity Fritz has worked with glass since 1971 www freeblownglass com 1 Paramount Theatre Aurora August 17th From their critically acclaimed Broadway Series to talented music and comedy acts to classic movies on Mondays something exciting is happening at the Paramount every week Join the 2018 19 season kick off with food drinks auctions and fun Money raised will help benefit children and families through their Dreams Do Come True program www paramountaurora com 4 Two Way Street Coffee House Downers Grove Serving coffees teas hot cider cocoa soft drinks and snacks for 47 years Two Way Street Coffee House also features live folk and acoustic musical entertainment every Friday night Frequent singarounds country western singarounds and song circles plus old time barn dances and other special events are also held from time to time www twowaystreet org 4 5 5 Comedy Shrine Aurora Chicagoland s Premier Improv Stand up Comedy Theater that brings some of the top comedic performers from around the country right to the suburbs of Chicago The Comedy Shrine boasts two theaters to showcase both Improv and Standup Comedy every Friday and Saturday and offers a lounge area and fully stocked bar serving beer wine liquor soft drinks snacks www dupageartleague org 7 DuPage Art League School and Gallery Wheaton The DuPage Art League is a not forprofit art school and gallery encouraging visual arts through classes workshops gallery exhibits and free public fine arts programs Every third Monday of each month from September through April excluding December they hosts free programs that are open to the public and artists and experts provide demonstrations give talks and share their secrets www dupageartleague org Shown Shawn Russell Jack and the Fox 34 Glancer Magazine AUGUST 2018 DUPAGE COUNTY 7 6 Kidz Kabaret Naperville Kidz Kabaret was created as an alternative to traditional audition based children s theater programs that features year round performances including two great children s shows in August including kindergarten through fifth graders performing Laughback to the 60s August 2nd 5th and high schoolers performing She Kills Monsters August 9th 12th www kidzkabaret com 6

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