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TM PUBLISHER Glancer Magazine Inc PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Lindy Kleivo March Features TABLE OF CONTENTS 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 PHOTOGRAPHY Mike Catuara Mike Mantucca PRINT DIGITAL MONTHLY Reaching DuPage Kane Kendall with 6 Area Specific Titles Monthly 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 COMMUNITY FEATURES Press Releases Local Events Community News editorial glancermagazine com ADVERTISING Print Online Advertising advertising glancermagazine com SUBSCRIPTIONS Have Your Area s Magazine Delivered Direct subscriptions glancermagazine com Summer Camp 2019 PUBLISHED BY Glancer Magazine Inc 80 Main Street Suite C Sugar Grove IL 60554 630 428 4387 www glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine s West Suburban titles highlighting DuPage Kane Kendall Counties are produced by Glancer Magazine Inc Glancer Magazine You ve Been Glanced and the Glancer logo are registered trademarks of Glancer Magazine Inc All rights reserved Magazine reproduction in whole or in part is strictly prohibited FARMHOUSE CHIC March 2019 Springtime Is Almost Here Get Ready for Redesign Time March is always a favorite for our readers It s time to showcase beautiful homes along with the design styles and trends that make them so beautiful This month s issue is themed Farmhouse Chic and as you turn the pages you will adore the countless highlights our talented writing team has included for you From our cover story featuring Farmhouse Chic properties around town and our 7 Spectacular Dream Come True Design Stops each feature is just as inspiring as the next Our special advertising features are also pretty beautiful this month and include Local Listings to Love and the Home Enhancement Guide You re going to love this issue Enjoy and thanks for reading Lindy Publishing Director West Suburban Area lkleivo glancermagazine com 5 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 5 Things to Do 9 Scene Around Suburbia 11 ON THE COVER 15 Local Listings to Love 16 Fabulous Family 17 Dining Entertainment 18 Celebrity Allure Literary Local 19 Home Enhancement Guide 20 To Give To Inspire 22 Kid Stuff 24 GUIDE Summer Fun 2019 28 7 Spectacular Date Night DUPAGE Naperville Lisle Wheaton Glen Ellyn Downers Grove Hinsdale Burr Ridge March 2019 Vol 18 Farmhouse Chic Featuring the Hottest Trends in Home Design Just In Time for Spring 2019 Also Highlighting Local Area Homes On Off The Market Local Realtors Luxury Home Designers Kitchen Bath Specialists and More Become a Registered Glancer Get Listed In Your Category Copy right 2 0 1 9 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 5

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5 Things to Do DUPAGE LIVING 2 SPRING STROLL A GLEN ELLYN SHOPPING WEEKEND April 11 14 GLEN ELLYN Enjoy four days of celebrating with creative demos trunk shows and special promotions for shopping and dining Grab your girlfriends and enjoy www downtown glenellyn com 1 DINE OUT AT ALL OF YOUR FAVORITES DURING HINSDALE RESTAURANT WEEK March 3 10 HINSDALE Enjoy Hinsdale Restaurant Week March 3 10 featuring delectible specials all over town at many of your favorite dining establishments Visit www hinsdaledining com for a list of participating restaurants This special event is brought to you by the The Village and The Hinsdale Economic Development Commission 4 VISIT VELVET GRACE FOR ALL THINGS BEAUTIFUL OSWEGO Nestled in charming log cabins right outside of downtown Oswego Velvet Grace is worth the trip with TWO shops to enjoy IThey specialize in unique home d cor creatively displayed in various vignettes while nestling in the latest and greatest in gifts and jewelry In the Velvet Grace Style Studio they offer the latest in trending apparel for every season and are excited to introduce new brands arriving daily at Velvet Grace including MAGNOLIA HOME by Joanna Gaines pillows throws and candles BedStu leather shoes boots and handbags The HOME T Illinois t shirt and sweatshirts Regina Andrews handcrafted jewelry and T Jazelle inspirational jewelry Velvet Grace 4025 US Highway 34 Oswego www velvetgrace net 630 636 6570 3 SUNDAY BRUNCH AT FAT ROSIE S NAPERVILLE Rise shine it s tequila time Spend your Sundays brunching at Fat Rosie s Wake up with a sweet tooth Indulge in the ricotta berrycaramel crepes For those in desperate need of sunglasses and all things savory dive into the Mexican style Chorizo Eggs Benedict gigantic omelets or Hangover Torta stuffed with everything your taste buds dream of No matter what your Sunday morning craves may be you ll find something that catches your eye and appetite on this fabulously unique brunch menu Sunday Brunch is served every Sunday from 10am 2pm at Fat Rosie s in Naperville www fatrosies com naperville reservations 5 THE CHAMPION OF TREES 10K RUN Morton Arboretum April 14 LISLE Unleash your inner champion as you run through a springtime morning surrounded by trees from around the world The challenging course follows the Arboretum s east side main route through rolling terrain Event highlights include Post race party with live music a complimentary post race Arboretum beer Arbor Oak recovery food photo booth B tag timing strip and technical t shirt FREE admission to explore the 1 700 acres including the award winning Children s Garden Awards for top overall male and female winner plus top three male and female winners in each age division Walkers welcome Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 7

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ON THE COVER by Mindy Kyle Realtor Portraits by Mike Mantucca Farmhouse Chic 231 S Columbia St Naperville Just a quick walk from downtown Naperville s restaurants shopping and river walk this beautifully remodeled 1904 vintage home sits back on a beautifully landscaped corner lot An old fashioned front porch adorns this classic farmhouse and gives you the lazy summer retreat for relaxation and entertaining friends The entire house has been rehabbed yet some of the unique original features have been left in place such as the 115 year old pocket door and the family room picture window The new high end millwork and hardwood floors help keep that antique look throughout the home and dual staircases help you move freely between the two floors Even though it has the feel of another era it has all the modern conveniences with completely gutted bathrooms boasting of Carrara marble and stainless finishes A more modern professionally finished basement enhances the home and keeps it cozy with a large rec room and bar and an additional 4th bedroom A step out the backdoor brings you to the unique outdoor fireplace waiting to warm you up on those cool nights Nationally recognized as being one of the best places to raise a family with top schools in the country Naperville is truly a gem of the western suburbs 440 West Gartner Naperville You get a farmhouse feel to this gorgeous new construction home in the heart of Naperville as soon as you walk up its front walk Starting with the wood paneled doors fronting the three car garage the dark shutters and the stone based pillars that mark the front porch The home was artfully designed with vaulted ceilings in the kitchen and family room and large glass windows and doors flanking those rooms to unveil the view of the backyard Dark hardwood floors throughout the home custom white millwork and solid wood doors add to this signature look The gourmet kitchen is state of the art with custom made white cabinetry stainless appliances and fixtures walk in pantry and a beautiful island for cooking and entertaining As you move about the open rooms with 10 foot ceilings above you the house feels airy and spacious Located in the West Highlands subdivision this home is close to downtown Naperville top schools parks shopping and the train with the added bonus of a short walk to Trader Joe s The skillful design and careful details are what gives 440 West Gartner this delightful style MEET THE REALTOR Allison Rimbo of Wheatland Realty Allison Rimbo from Wheatland Realty is going on her third year in the real estate business but has already a reputation for being transparent authentic and honest with her clients and has helped many win multiple offer situations and negotiate their best prices She has always loved real estate and watching the markets Once her kids were old enough it became the natural next step to start her own real estate business Her favorite part of her job is finding the perfect home for people It is so rewarding to see their excitement on closing day says Allison www wheatland realty com Photos by Becky Mokelke MEET THE REALTOR Bernie Cobb REMAX of Naperville Having lived in Naperville since 1976 Bernie is an expert in all things Naperville He is a second generation realtor as both his parents were full time realtors since 1973 He grew up listening and learning about the business and was drawn to it He has earned the highest award a REMAX agent can achieve REMAX Circle of Legends Being patient with his buyer clients and aggressive at getting his seller s homes sold makes him stand out as an impressive realtor I genuinely care about all my clients and what is most important to them says Bernie More information about the home at 440 West Gartner in Naperville can be found at www cobbteamhomes com Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 11

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HOME BEAUTIFUL 5435 Silk Oak Dr Naperville Located in Naperville s Ashwood Creek Community this home s interior is the epitome of Farmhouse Chic with its industrial light fixtures and soft gray paint hues The stylish kitchen gives a warm and friendly vibe for family gatherings amongst updated white cabinetry and stainless steel appliances Meals are more enjoyable to cook on top of the 5 burner cooktop and new convection oven and served on a gray granite island When you walk into the home your attention is immediately drawn to the dramatic two story family room to give you the feel of that wide open space Keeping with the farmhouse feel even upstairs the Master Bedroom has a new shiplap accent wall a kind of wooden board that is often used for constructing barns and other rustic buildings The remodeled basement with wet bar 5th bedroom full bath and a media rec area also carries the theme with the shiplap being used for the floor The natural textured d cor and large wood furnishings round out the whole look of the home In the welcoming neighborhood of Ashwood Creek residents can socialize and enjoy the clubhouse pool and tennis facilities or you could choose to stay private at this home s new paver patio with outdoor fireplace MEET THE REALTOR Penny O Brien john greene Realtor Long time Naperville resident and realtor Penny O Brien is thrilled to present this property to buyers Just last year she ranked 2 in sales at john greene Realtor and won the 2018 Innovative Marketing Award She enjoys meeting homeowners and hearing their stories for she knows that every home has a story Her favorite part of this home is the kitchen It is the hub of the home warm and inviting and a perfect place to gather says Penny When not selling homes she likes boot camp style work outs bike rides and taking advantage of all that Naperville has to offer For more information on 5435 Silk Oak Dr visit this link www johngreenerealtor com real estate 5435 silk oak drive naperville il60564 10259238 64771532 Farmhouse Chic 312 E 55th Street Hinsdale This historical home was literally a farmhouse when it was first built by one of the founding fathers of Hinsdale in the late 1800 s The home has been moved several times since it first went up with the last move putting it on a modern foundation Over the years there have been significant updates made with special care to preserve its original farmhouse appeal and maintain its historic charm The 100 year old wood floors and extensive molding are found throughout the house Thirteen foot ceilings keep the home open and spacious Original arched windows can be found lining the parlor where the historical fireplace built in the early 1900 s resides The kitchen is a definite highlight with white wood cabinets farmhouse sink custom wainscoting and accented with high end stainless appliances A full butler s pantry sits adjacent to the kitchen Another unique aspect to this property is the three car garage with a fully functional coach house above it This was the original carriage house that included a foundry and stables for the horses The curb appeal of 312 E 55th Street is enhanced with a dramatic circular paver driveway that can park fifteen cars with easy in and out access Hinsdale is full of history preserved throughout the area and has award winning schools and a vibrant downtown for dining and entertainment 12 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine MEET THE REALTOR Sean Bonselaar of Bons Realty Sean is a Managing Broker and is proud that Bons Realty can offer so many services for their clients including special promotions for an extensive luxury home listing Helping his clients through the sales process is one of his favorite parts of his job There is nothing more gratifying than knowing you have made your clients happy says Sean who is ranked 5 out of 5 stars on Zillow The beautiful blend of vintage and contemporary styles at 312 E 55th Street he believes is the highlight of the property For more information about 312 E 55th St visit www 312e55 com

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335 Miller Court Glen Ellyn This stunning 4200 square foot in town custom built home on a quiet interior street has a farmhouse feel right from the start The exterior has a standing seam bronze roof and copper looking aluminum gutters and is painted in the blue gray hues and white trim that are typical of this style Inside the open concept design and the abundance of windows keeps the home light and spacious Built by Baumson Builders a local Glen Ellyn builder the house has a thoughtful layout high end finishes custom details and millwork and is extremely energy efficient Dark hardwood floors throughout the first floor lend accent to their farmhouse look The stunning chef s kitchen is surrounded in custom white cabinetry and even has the unique farmhouse apron single bowl kitchen sink Stainless fixtures and Viking appliances give a nice finishing touch to the room Plenty of storage space here with their walk in and butler pantry Stepping out to the backyard brings you to the decorative brick paver patio that is a continuation from the long brick paved driveway 335 Miller Court sits in the quaint town of Glen Ellyn and is within walking distance to the train restaurants boutiques library and schools 343 Spring Ave Glen Ellyn This home painted a chic white with black shutters and lantern lights welcomes you as you enter The large open floorplan starts with a 2 story foyer and has plenty of windows to enjoy the view Magnificent millwork is present throughout the house and paired with the maple stained hardwood floors gives that farmhouse feel as you walk through the open rooms The large one step up living room has accents of white trim crown molding a 4 paneled bay window and French doors that lead to the family room The showcase feature in the family room is a long floor to ceiling white brick fireplace flanked on either side with built in bookshelves Large groups can be entertained in the open combined kitchen family room and dining room Guests can mingle around the kitchen island topped with granite that matches the quartz countertops The custom white shaker style kitchen cabinets and stainlesssteel appliances fit the trend in farmhouse styled homes Through the breakfast room complete with granite countertops and a Butler s cabinet you can exit out double French doors to the large cedar back deck and catch a little relaxation on those warmer days and nights Glen Ellyn is a desirable community with top schools several parks and plenty of golf courses MEET THE REALTORS Kathy Quaid and Maureen Rooney Keller Williams Both women found real estate as a natural progression from their past interests Kathy had been in sales for 20 years and always loved houses as a child Maureen enjoyed design and has a son who is a builder Quaid and Rooney have been the Top Team in Keller Williams Premiere Properties for the past eight years You may have seen Kathy on TV as a featured Real Estate Expert for HGTV s Designed to Sell Both believe that helping people close one chapter of their lives and moving them to the next is really an honor More information about 335 Miller Court can be found at www quaidandrooney com under Our Featured Listings MEET THE REALTOR Teresa Ryan pictured with team member Ray Marion Ryan Hill Group Century 21 Affiliated Teresa Ryan specializes in luxury residential real estate serving home sellers buyers and investors A former PR and Marketing specialist she has used her talents for over 22 years in real estate Last year Teresa and her team at Ryan Hill Group ranked as America s Best Agents by Real Trends and the Wall Street Journal for their work in Naperville and the Western Suburbs Teresa s favorite feature of 343 Spring Ave is the balance the home gives with the outdoors and the indoors I heard someone once say while standing in the house comments Teresa that they felt they were in a luxury home on a peaceful prairie More information about 343 Spring Ave can be found at https www c21affiliated com tryan Property IL 60137 GLEN_ELLYN 343_Spring_Avenue Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 13

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LOCAL LISTINGS TO LOVE Local LISTINGS TO LOVE WEST SUBUR BA N R EA L EST A T E Local LISTINGS TO LOVE Chicago s west suburban real estate market boasts a variety of unique homes for sale in beautiful neighborhoods with award winning school districts and more We invite you to schedule a tour of your favorite featured property today and get to know these listing agents for your next move Local LISTINGS TO LOVE 3751 Highknob Circle Naperville Offered at 549 900 Gorgeous updated home for today s buyer in the Tall Grass Subdivision of South Naperville Walking distance to the award winning 204 schools pool and tennis club and Naperville Crossings Dreamy chef s kitchen with granite countertops creamy white cabinetry hardwood floors and SS appliances Master Bath renovation includes seamless glass shower stand alone tub with his and her vanities Expansive finished basement with entertainment bar and work out room Looking for a listing agent to help you market your home Call listing agent Susan Colella 630 946 3813 1027 Catherine Ct Naperville Offered at 674 000 Luxury living with no maintenance near downtown Naperville Rarely available Charlestown Woods end unit with walk out finished basement 4 bdrm 3 1 2 baths complete with a bonus sunroom loft and 2 fireplaces this beauty has it all Large closets in every room and tons of storage in basement New main level outdoor deck and lower level paver brick patio both great for entertaining High quality construction and beautiful finishes Chris Cash Keller Williams 630 234 1770 christinacash kw com Local LISTINGS TO LOVE 25913 West Canyon Blvd Plainfield Offered for 510 000 Exquisite custom designed former builders model in the Preserve of Plainfield attending Plainfield North HS This dream home offers an open concept floor plan dark hardwood floors wrought iron spindles main floor office living room formal dining room with custom detailed ceiling unique designer wainscoting detail open chef s kitchen for todays buyer with granite breakfast bar white subway tiles soft close drawers walk in pantry professional grade appliances spacious dining area open to family room with fireplace Fenced in yard patio 3 car garage Call listing agent Susan Colella 630 946 3813 Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 15

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DINING ENTERTAINMENT fabulous Photos by Mike Mantucca FAMILY The Quigley Family QUIGLEY S IRISH PUB IS A FAMILY AFFAIR FILLED WITH CRAIC AND SO MUCH MORE NORTH NAPERVILLE There s always a place to entertain the grandkids and host big family gatherings when you own Quigley s Irish Pub in downtown Naperville In fact all of Nancy s children have worked at Quigley s at one time or another and her boys even assisted with the construction pre opening back in 1998 Craic is a Gaelic term that describes the feeling you should get in an Irish Pub fun good conversation good music and food and great people Nancy says To insure that Quigley s Irish Pub would have great craic we had the pub designed built and shipped over from Ireland With years of hands on learning her kids all learned entrepreneurship skills and her daughter Michele now runs Quigley s and her son Barry runs his own restaurant in Plainfield called Crafted Danielle and Sean are both self employed running businesses in Michigan and Florida She credit s Michele as the brains of Quigley s which has personally allowed Nancy to serve as President of the Rotary Club of Naperville Downtown and chair Naperville Crimestoppers over the years With Michele fully concentrating on running the pub Nancy has immersed herself in serving the Naperville community as a tour guide at the Naperville Police Department bringing her therapy dogs to brighten people s day at Edward Hospital and participating as Grand Marshall in the St Patrick s Parade I love the people community spirit and of course the Riverwalk Nancy says I have lived here for 41 years Living directly on the river Nancy loves her personal oasis in the heart of the downtown area and although hard work and perseverance are staples for the Quigley family they are always sure to take time and enjoy the outdoors and hike with their dogs in the local Forest Preserves Kristen Kucharski Do You Know a Fabulous Family with a Unique Story to Share Introduce Us at editorial glancermagazine com 16 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine

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Dining DINING ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT W E S T S U B U R B A N E D I B LE S T O LOV E Savory Sweet Sisters Buttermilk 1715 Freedom Drive Naperville 630 423 6551 7 W State Street Geneva 630 845 0820 www buttermilkrestaurants com Owner Katie Kouvelis DU PA G E A R EA D I N I N G Irish Eats More WESTERN SUBURBS Wine and dine your way into March with Blackbird Vineyards Wine Dinner on March 13th with a reception beginning at 6 30pm and dinner at 7pm at SixtyFour Reserve Room in Naperville Enjoy the celebration of St Patrick s Day at Weber Grill Restaurant in Lombard by requesting an Irish take on one of the restaurants famous menu items Corned beef is sure to be a highlight of the evening along with other chef specialties for the March celebration Downtown Downers Grove is home to a variety of unique boutiques and delicious restaurants Visit this spring and see the new additions that have recently opened in the downtown Be sure to vheck out www downtowndg org to find out about upcoming events including Staycation Education Downtown Downers Grove March 25 29th and the Wine Walk May 2nd Join Bruce Kraig Culinary Historians of Northern Illinois and Michelle Podkowa DuPage County Historical Museum as they discuss A Rich and Fertile Land on March 21st 7 p m to 9 p m at the DuPage County Historical Museum Wheaton Park District Administration Building in Wheaton and examine how American food habits transformed the Midwest from virgin prairies to the nation s farming heartland Bring your own food recipes to share Refreshments served Immerse yourself in 5 hours of live BBQ instruction from BBQ experts at the Backyard Hero BBQ MasterClass Series on March 29th 6 11pm at Tischler s Market in Plainfield Gain real world experience into the craft of producing award winning BBQ techniques for Tomahawk ribeye Reverse Sear Ribeye Steaks Grillmaster Burgers Grilled Veggies Sausage Grilled Chicken Kristen Kucharski A GREAT WAY TO START YOUR DAY The breakfast craze that started during 2015 in Geneva has now spread to Naperville Be sure to get your name on No Wait and make this place a destination Owner Katie Kouvelis and her husband Spiro Kouvelis took a leap of faith when they sold their house to open Buttermilk Geneva They set high standards over see everything and truly care about all their business entails especially the customers They have created a positive energy and what a success it has been With lines out the door and customers eager to get in Buttermilk is a cult favorite We had to eat there several times to get a taste of all they have to offer The extensive breakfast and lunch menu make it difficult to just pick one item While it s hard to try something new because favorites keep beckoning you it s the only way to find your next new favorite Katie s inspiration of Southern cuisine is throughout this self taught chef s creative menu Growing up helping her mom make dinner every night with everything from scratch had to have made an indelible impression that continues on in the attention to detail at Buttermilk all the way down to the homemade jam and butter One of Katie s favorites now also one of ours is the Alabama Hot Chicken Benny Homemade cheddar scallion biscuits topped with fried chicken thigh glazed with hot pepper jelly eggs sharp white cheddar and an Alabama white BBQ sauce This unique benedict is a savory delight with just the slightest amount of heat Pair with the Honey Bun pancakes buttermilk pancakes infused with honey butter and topped with buttermilk syrup and toasted almonds for the perfect balance of sweet and savory Another favorite is the sweet and savory biscuits and sausage gravy We opted to try the Farmhouse potatoes wondering why we had waited which are Buttermilk s delicious crispy potatoes with Havarti onions bacon ham and green peppers added for a delectable combination of flavors Our server Nick Thomka left us with one of his favorites to try next time the Lil Bit of Chicken Fried sandwich but served Alabama style With an amazing coffee bar and all that Buttermilk has to offer it s no wonder it s a favorite of many 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 MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 17

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Celebrity ALLURE WEST SUBURBAN VIP Mackay in the Morning Literary Local KELLY EDWARDS The Design Cookbook Recipes for a Stylish Home Romeoville native Kelly Edwards is best known for hosting the successful HGTV series Design on a Dime as well as STYLE Network s Tacky House and AWE s Find Me A Luxury Home She has inspired thousands to do it themselves and has a knack for re purposing everyday items into extraordinary collectibles and creating accessible design while working on a budget One evening over dinner Kelly s father suggested she write a design book that looks like a cookbook She loved the format idea Rooms in her book come with recipes a list of ingredients and steps to complete each room Even if people can t cook they ll pick up a cookbook and try it says Kelly I wanted to use that same approach in design I wanted my readers to flip to a page and say I can do this Kelly spent several months consulting designers all over the world and asked them how their rooms came together If it was too complicated or too aggressive financially she passed on it She explains everything is broken down in bite size pieces so even if you aren t a skilled interior designer the process doesn t seem so daunting The Design Cookbook is available through Barnes and Noble as well as Amazon Know a Local Author in DuPage Kane or Kendall County Introduce Us at editorial glancermagazine com FLO RIDA to Headline Naperville s Ribfest July 4th Rapper Flo Rida with over 100 million records with 1 records Low Right Round and My House will headline the Navistar Main Stage at the Exchange Club of Naperville s Ribfest July 4th The four time Grammy nominee and 42 time platinum artist s performance will be followed by the annual fireworks extravaganza sponsored by Meijer Tickets are on sale now for FLO RIDA July 4 Billy Idol July 3 and Brantley Gilbert s July 5 at www ribfest net 18 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine SCOTT MACKAY of GENEVA 95 9 The River and Properties Broker SUBURBAN CHICAGO Waking up at 4 30am to go to work at only 12 years old is quite the feat for most middle schoolers but Scott thoroughly enjoyed going to the radio station in Brattleboro VT with local Jaycee Dan Taylor and hand him his records When I was 6 years old I received a microphone and speaker from the Sears Catalogue and I performed my own little radio show Scott says Growing up AM radio was playing the hits while the FM stations were playing beautiful music As a Junior and Senior Scott was able to learn about radio television and live broadcasting at their local vocational center in Keene High School Subsequently his History substitute teacher was an evening host at WKNE in Keene He had heard my show on the cable and had given me the inside scoop he was leaving in a few months and told me I would be perfect for the job Scott shares I applied and started working full time about 3 months before I graduated from High School 40 years later Scott is still turning the microphone on every morning at 5 30am in his 10th year at Chicago s 95 9 The River Mackay in the Morning with Danielle Tufano He absolutely loves what he does who he works with and of course that he can dress however he wants because no one will see him He has had the opportunity to interview major celebrities including Casey Kasem Jason M raz and Phil Collins When not on air Scott can be found helping people buy and sell houses through his real estate venture with his wife Susie at Properties in St Charles The thought that we are responsible for probably the largest purchase of our clients lives is amazing Scott says The people you meet the struggles you sometimes go through with them they are life s lessons and are extremely rewarding our clients become part of our Real Estate family and sometimes a long term friendship Scott is fulfilled with his busy life living in Geneva He and Susie have four children between the two of them When they are not attending activities at Geneva High School for the youngest he stills find time to bowl and golf as well as volunteer in the community with Susie at Tri City Family Services Random Acts Matter The Geneva History Museum Kids Matter CASA of Kane County 360 Youth Services The Aurora Interfaith Food Pantry and Youth Outlook Kristen Kucharski

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Home ENHANCEMENT 2019 SPRING GUIDE Transform Your Kitchen Space The Art of Organization Kitchen Design Done Simply HERITAGE CABINETRY DESIGNS The Heritage Cabinetry team is well versed on bringing you designs that can transform your space creating breathtaking kitchen designs to relaxing master suites Heritage designers are also well versed in design and project management and through the use of Computer Aided Design technology and a beautiful interactive design studio featuring cabinetry quartz countertops flooring tile and fixtures there are no limits to the unique designs that await you www HeritageCabinetryDesigns com 630 553 0880 Free Design Consultation CLOSET FACTORY From closets to pantries and home offices your Closet Factory designer will act as your project manager and work hand in hand with you to design the perfect solution for your needs and ensure your project turns out just like you dreamed it would Call Closet Factory today at 866 ART 2ORG that s 866 278 2674 to schedule your FREE in home design consultation with a talented design team member See ad on this month s back cover for a special offer www closetfactory com THE KITCHEN MASTER Afraid of the complexity and worries of remodeling your kitchen or bath Join the thousands of satisfied homeowners that have put their trust in The Kitchen Master Their mission of always Exceeding Expectations is what drives their team to make certain that you enjoy The Kitchen Master experience from the first design conversation to the joy of living in your new bathroom or kitchen Stop in their beautiful showroom or call 630 369 0500 today View their work at www thekitchenmaster com Great Design Made Easy Designer Baths Kitchens More Add Drama with Draperies ROSELAND DRAPERIES Interior design can be easy and fun with the right partner Every Roseland appointment is with a professional interior designer who will bring hundreds of samples lots of ideas and years of experience to help you make the perfect choice Whether it s new window treatments reupholstery or bedding it s so much easier when the designer comes to you See for yourself with a shopat home appointment by calling 630 355 1565 SKILL BUILT REMODELING SPECIALISTS Making changes in the homes of customers just like you throughout the western suburbs for over 20 years there is not one room in a home that Skill Built hasn t recreated Through the years they have built a reputation of quality and trust which brings customers back time and time again Referrals from these customers are considered their greatest compliment Skill Built Remodeling Specialists Excellence Quality and Pride 630 742 1397 ROSELAND DRAPERIES Nothing adds more drama to a room than a beautiful set of custommade draperies They also add warmth softness and luxury Finding the perfect fabric is the key Roseland will bring a showroom full of fabric samples right to your home It s truly the only place to choose the right fabric in the perfect colors to match your decor See for yourself with a shop at home appointment by calling 630 355 1565 Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 19

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HOME BEAUTIFUL M O N T H LY CO LU M N To Give To Inspire GET TO KNOW YOUR NEWCOMER S GROUP Moving to a new city is stressful all on its own finding a home packing moving unpacking Even tougher if you are now settled into your new space and know absolutely no one in the area I have been lucky to have known folks wherever I moved but then I haven t truly moved more than an hour away at any point from where I grew up Many though have found themselves searching for new like minded friends and community involvement One of the best ways to start is to find your local Newcomer Groups Newcomer Groups are social organizations dedicated to providing an environment where residents can develop friendships enjoy many activities and special interest groups and become part of the community Activities could range from movie nights book clubs outings and outdoor activities Several Newcomer Groups also have philanthropic causes and events if you are interested in learning more about the needs in the community An added benefit is being able to meet club members who could introduce you to other organizations and opportunities in the community In an age where people use technology so frequently to manage their relationships a Newcomer Group focuses on face to face interaction to build a network However most also use a Facebook page to allow you to constantly stay in touch with their calendar and members as well as having a great place to 20 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine be able to ask questions about your neighborhood Some groups are free to join with costs per activity and others may have a small annual fee that covers benefits Try looking for your community s group on Facebook or search for their website If you don t find one often your village park district or library will have information on newcomer events The Naperville Newcomers Neighbors Club NNNC www napervillenewcomersand neighborsclub com Newcomers and Neighbors of the Greater Hinsdale Area www hinsdalenewcomers org Glen Ellyn Newcomers Club www glenellynnewcomers org Mindy s March Giving Inspiration If you have a new neighbor make sure to bring them a treat or meal including an index card with your name and phone number Let them know they can call you with questions 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

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HOME BEAUTIFUL SPRING 2019 HOME LOVE 2 BUY OR SELL WITH THIS EXPERIENCED REALTOR TERESA RYAN BROKER Meet this local realtor serving Naperville and West Suburban real estate clients with her team of 8 top performing agents at Ryan Hill Group Century 21 Affiliated Since 2001 Teresa Ryan and her teams have transacted more than 1 billion with luxury and traditional homes new developments and wealth building investment properties Placing their clients needs first to ensure superior results she s proud to give back to our Community She invites you to experience the difference by calling for a complimentary consultation Teresa Ryan Broker 630 253 7660 TRyan RyanHillGroup com www RyanHillGroup com 1 WHAT IS BUFF COAT A one day process that renews the finish of any hardwood floor without the dusty mess nasty odor or expense of traditional sanding We remove unsightly surface scuffs and scratches and apply a new coat of finish to protect and beautify your floor Award winning with stellar reviews and celebrating our 10th year in business Call Ray Horan for a free in home estimate at 630 689 3800 or visit buffandcoatnow com 4 EXCEEDING EXPECTATIONS PENY O BRIEN Penny provides exemplary customer service consistently ranks in the top 1 of all Naperville brokers with over 23 million in sales in 2018 Penny s clients say she is high energy and has a strong work ethic All of Penny s listings receive Complimentary Professional Staging Photography Sit back relax and let her go to work for you Penny O Brien Broker SRS CSC SFR RENE Relocation Specialist Negotiation Expert 630 207 7001 PennyOBrien johngreenerealtor com 3 VISIT THIS 10 000 SQ FT SHOWROOM 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 HomeWerks Kitchen and Bath 1154 E Ogden Avenue Naperville 866 265 8895 www myhomewerks com 5 SELDOM USED WHIRLPOOL TUB THE KITCHEN MASTER Not many homeowners with larger whirlpool bathtubs find the time to bath in them Often separate showers found in these homes are small and uncomfortable You might consider either taking out that monster whirlpool entirely or using less space with a smaller freestanding bathtub Doing this can provide ample space for a larger shower will multiple shower heads and even a seat The Kitchen Master can design and build your new bath to fit your lifestyle www thekitchenmaster com Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 21

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Kid Stuff Spring is right around the corner and we are here to help you celebrate As winter starts to wind down there s lots to do throughout DuPage County From St Patrick s Day parades and museum fun to summer camp planning more Here are a few fun activities to add to the kid s list of fun things to do Be sure to share them online www GlancerMagazine com Roald Dahl s Matilda The Musical at Drury Lane Student Spring Break Fitness Special at Fort Hill NAPERVILLE On break from school Students ages 15 23 can purchase a Student Spring Break Fitness Guest Pass at Fort Hill Activity Center The pass provides access to the fitness center track group exercise classes and open gym A one week pass is 20 Enroll today at Fort Hill Activity Center at 20 Fort Hill Drive in Naperville Visit napervilleparks org fhac for additional facility info Catch All the Fun at DuPage Children s Museum NAPERVILLE The Museum is the perfect place to exercise both mind AND body while having FUN Use the Big Lawn to release pent up energy while working to develop gross motor skills or create a challenge in Ramps and Rollers that exercises important problem solving skills the opportunities are endless Catch all the fun at Bug Bonanza on Saturday March 23 and don t miss Daniel Tiger s Neighborhood A Grr ific Exhibit open now through May 12 2019 www dupagechildrens org 630 637 8000 Fun Easter Events April 26 June 23 2019 OAK BROOK Wonder and amazement abound with this award winning musical Based on the novel by Roald Dahl Matilda tells the tale of a precocious 5 year old girl with special talents Facing many obstacles caused by her family and school the bookloving Matilda befriends her teacher and helps the woman to reclaim her life Tied for the most Olivier Awards ever including Best New Musical Matilda went on to win five Tony Awards including Best Book of a Musical Rated PG www drurylanetheatre com shows 19 20 theatrical season matilda Easter Egg Hunt Open House at Cantigny WHEATON The Egg Hunt will run continuously from 10 am 4 pm This event is an open house style and for all ages No registration required A map will be given at the parking booth with all activity locations This event will be held rain or shine Bring your baskets or decorate your own Easter Bag Limit 5 eggs per child Usborne Book Fair Shop for some of the greatest children s books around Fair located inside the Visitor Center from 10 am 4 pm www cantigny org event easter egg hunt open house 2019 04 13 22 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine

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WHAT MOMS LOVE MO N T H L Y C O L UMN Mom s Little Black Book INDOOR SAND VOLLEYBALL AND MORE It s been awhile since I stepped inside this Downers Grove venue It was North Beach Bar back in the 90s when I would go with my college friends to play volleyball and hang out As I was researching new places in the west suburbs I was so excited to discover Downers Sand Club in the same location and open since 2014 I brought my niece and her middle school friends to check it out At first I stood sideline taking photos as they played but the more they laughed dove jumped and cheered the more I couldn t resist Aunt Kristen was coming in to play The time went way to fast we had so much fun Entertaining nine middle school girls could be quite the feat but I can say with 100 confidence that I didn t see one eye roll or hand on hip it was a total success As we finished our game we were drawn to all the other things to do inside the club bags giant Jenga pool tables darts foosball shuffleboard Golden Tee plus there is an entire section dedicated to dancing and karaoke All activities are open to all ages and the indoor facility makes this fun weatherproof too Renting a volleyball court is only 50 hour so if you come with 12 friends to make two teams it s only 4 17 person and the Bags and giant Jenga are free with food and or drink purchase Quite possibly the cheapest entertainment in town Before leaving I checked out the line up to see what other events were happening Salsa Sundays East Coast Swing Lindy Hop Dancing Tuesdays West Coast Swing Dancing Wednesdays Board Games Wednesdays DJ Dancing Saturday Nights Karaoke Friday and Sundays Add the sand volleyball Never a dull moment Overview Over 18 000 square feet of entertainment including a private back room and outdoor patio to enjoy indoor sand Volleyball courts Bags Pool Tables Darts Foosball Shuffleboard Dancing and Karaoke Locally owned and operated and all activities are open to all ages Downers Sand Club 1211 Butterfield Rd Suite B Downers Grove IL 60515 708 497 9689 http downerssandclub com Hours 3 p m to 1 a m Sunday through Thursday 3 p m to 2 a m Friday and Saturday Price Prices vary depending on activity selected Open volleyball times available Dancing cover charge includes lesson and opendance Some activities free with purchase of food or drink 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 MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 23

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This West Suburban Feature Is Appearing through June 2018 Get Listed Contact Us at advertising glancermagazine com SUMMER IS COMING West suburban Chicago has countless opportunities available to familes in the area of summer fun Keep the kids busy with these unique and exciting programs and events that are both enriching and entertaining Make sure it s a summer they ll remember forever Link up directly from our website at www GlancerMagazine com and get the kids ready for some summer fun CODEVERSE SUMMER CAMP Codeverse is a futuristic wonderland designed just for kids A world full of possibilities and adventure where kids can be creative and tinker with cutting edge technology Codeverse is Naperville s new interactive coding studio for kids aged 6 13 Located at 55 S Main St Suite 230 the state ofthe art facility is riddled with objects such as concert hall lights robots 3D printers strobe lights speakers and TV s all of which can be programmed by kids Reserve your child s spot today at www codeverse com camps or call at 844 644 CODE 24 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine CAMPNAPER Sprawled across 13 acres and beyond in summer day camps that are sure to capture a child s imagination Naper Settlement s unique hands on camps provide immersive experiences where learning is fun All camps include supplies and a snack and are led by experienced adult counselors Naper Settlement located at 523 S Webster St in the heart of Downtown Naperville For more details and to sign up visit www napersettlement org camp

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HEALTH BEAUTY FEEL YOUR BEST IN 2019 Healthy Living 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 TuBella offers 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 www tubellhairstudios com FAMILY DENTISTRY WITH A WIDE ARRAY OF SERVICES Valley View Dental offers an array of general and cosmetic dentistry periodontal dental implants oral surgery and orthodontic procedures including traditional braces Invisalign teeth whitening CEREC one day crowns and even same day emergency visits With a large staff of multi lingual doctors on site labs at each location and extended business and weekend 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 LOOK YOUNGER FEEL REJUVINATED WITH COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE THE EMPEROR S MEDICINE Providing resultbased health and wellness through acupuncture and functional medicine offering a safe effective drug free alternative for chronic pain fibromyalgia depression anxiety auto immune and women s health issues Founder and Director Dr Selma S Gladney DAOM combines many years of experience in wellness with a master s degree in Chinese Medicine to empower her patients to become their healthiest and happiness by addressing the root cause of the ailment not just the symptoms therefore promoting authentic healing and long term relief Naperville 630 428 9001 www foxvalleyacupuncture com 20 OFF COOLSCULPTING WESTERN SUBURBS Look feel beautiful in 2019 with Concierge Medical Spa 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 customizing each treatment specifically for you starting with a complimentary consultation Book your consult today receive 20 off CoolScupting when you mention Glancer Magazine See ad for specials www conciergemedspa com glancer HIGH TECH DENTAL OFFICE IN GLEN ELLYN GLEN ELLYN DENTISTRY Owner Dr Charise Petrelli pictured is skilled in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry for patients of all ages Boasting the latest technological advancements using digital x rays which contain 80 90 less radiation than traditional film x rays Staff includes Dr Christopher Zwiercan takes great pride in knowing their patients individually and treating them like family Glen Ellyn Dentistry 577 Pennsylvania 100 Glen Ellyn 630 942 0727 www glenellyndentistry com LOCAL DOCTOR HELPING RESIDENTS LOOK FEEL GREAT A TO Z WELLNESS AND BODY SCULPTING Since 1989 Dr Adriana Zabrosky has been serving patients by delivering excellent chiropractic care and helping them maintaining a healthy nervous system I am so pleased to have had a long relationship with my patients their family members their friends and neighbors I decided to add body contouring technology to my practice and the results have been terrific Now not only do they feel good but they look good too said Dr Zabrosky A to Z Wellness and Body Sculpting at Zabrosky Chiropractic 630 515 0000 www zchiro com Glancer Magazine MARCH 2019 DUPAGE 27

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DREAM COME TRUE DESIGN STOPS Spring is in the air and that means many of us have home design on our mind With trends changing fast from season to season we invite you to visit these local area stops for the latest styles in home decor and room redesign From lighting and window treatments to kitchen appliances and flooring we know where to locate the looks you ve been dreaming of Enjoy this list of 7 Spectacular Dream Come True Design Stops 2 2 ON A SEARCH FOR A FAVORITE FIND AURORA Spend the day visiting vendor after vendor of interesting treasures at the Fox Valley Flea Market including antiques furniture and home d cor Open every weekend with free parking and Outdoor Market opening in April 1500 E New York St Aurora www foxvalleyfleamarket net 1 1 SHINE A LIGHT ON IT LOMBARD Find your unique light fixtures lamps and ceiling fans at The Light Brothers showroom With their large display of lighting solutions for any room in your home you are sure to find your perfect fit The Light Brothers have been serving Chicago and the western suburbs for over 100 years and have seasoned professionals on hand to assist you 340 W Roosevelt Rd Lombard www lightbrothers net 3 6 6 UNIQUE HOME ACCESSORY BOUTIQUE NAPERVILLE Nona Jo s is not just a home d cor store but a place to escape to A fun atmosphere of ever changing unique accessories and fabulous gifts Take notes as the store leads you through concepts that can be easily translated into your home 410 W Fifth Avenue Naperville www nonajos com 4 UNIQUE HOME D COR GLEN ELLYN You don t have to be a designer to shop like one All are welcome to browse through the original home d cor presented by Storm Inspired in their showroom Their collection is sophisticated but livable Of the moment but with staying power 530 Pennsylvania Ave Suite C Glen Ellyn www storminspired com 4 The Design Bar 5 5 ALL YOUR DESIGN NEEDS UNDER ONE ROOF BURR RIDGE Full service design firm Design Bar has taken their expertise to the general public with a 7 000 square foot retail showroom that includes everything you need to furnish and decorate your home including kitchen and bath vignettes bedding table top designs lighting and a variety of home d cor 880 Village Center Dr Burr Ridge www thedesignbars com 7 Storm Inspired 30 DUPAGE MARCH 2019 Glancer Magazine 3 HOME RENOVATIONS AS DISTINCTIVE AS YOU ARE NAPERVILLE A visit to the 10 000 square foot HomeWerks Kitchen and Bath design center will inspire you to create that dream room The interactive displays allow visitors to experience many product features first hand Recognized as a premiere remodeling company HomeWerks will make sure your new rooms will be everything you hoped for 1154 E Ogden Ave Naperville www homewerksinc net 7 VISUALIZE YOUR NEW KITCHEN OR BATH NAPERVILLE From traditional to modern and everything in between the team at Kitchen Master is ready to help you make your design dreams come true Visit the 4 000 square foot showroom and let your thoughts and ideas become the inspiration for the perfect kitchen or bath 600 Industrial Dr Naperville www thekitchenmaster com

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