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TM PUBLISHER Glancer Magazine Inc PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Lindy Kleivo TABLE OF CONTENTS January Features ASSOCIATE PUBLISHING DIRECTOR Brigitte Shepard 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 A WEALTH OF HEALTHINESS Glancer Magazine Inc 80 Main Street Suite C Sugar Grove IL 60554 630 428 4387 www glancermagazine com Health Inspired Community Features Events 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 Themed A Wealth of Healthiness our cover this month features a local area health influencer who is helping residents You ll also meet a fabulous family who places health and fitness at the top of their priority list and our 7 Spectacular Mind Body Spirit Inspired Places will encourage you along with a variety of health and wellness events featured throughout We hope you enjoy this issue DUPAGE FAR WEST North Naperville Lisle Woodridge JANUARY 2019 Vol 18 A Wealth of Healthiness Featuring Health Inspired Faces Places Throughout the Western Suburbs with a Focus on DuPage County Near West Copy right 2 0 1 9 All Rights Reserved Glancer Magazine Inc Happy New Year We hope you enjoyed a wonderful holiday season with those you love It s truly so hard to believe that it s already 2019 We re kicking off the new year with everything you need to help your family live their healthiest year yet We ve dedicated this month s pages to living healthy and happy on the inside and out featuring local faces and places to love This month marks a special milestone for Glancer Magazine as we now publish 6 unique titles throughout DuPage Kane and Kendall Counties From Naperville Lisle and Hinsdale to Geneva Yorkville and Oswego plus many in between each print digital magazine is now area focused so our readers can better connect with our features each month If you see a feature you love be sure to hop online for a chance to view these same features in other communities You ll meet so many new faces places by doing so Thanks for reading and Happy New Year Lindy Publishing Director West Suburban Area lkleivo glancermagazine com January 2019 Highlights 5 Hello From Glancer Magazine 7 5 Things to Do 9 Scene Around Suburbia 11 ON THE COVER Health Influencer to Know 13 Celebrity Allure 13 Literary Local 13 West Suburban VIP 15 Dining Delights 15 Savory Sweet Sisters 17 Fabulous Family 19 Home Love 21 Caring Sharing 21 To Give To Inspire 22 Kid Stuff 23 Mom s Little Black Book 25 Healthy Local Living 27 7 Spectacular MInd Body Spirit Inspired Places Nominate a Neighbor at www glancermagazine com Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 5

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DUPAGE LIVING 5 Things to Do 2 WINTER FUN AT THE ANNUAL ICE FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN DOWNERS GROVE February 8 9 DOWNERS GROVE Get out of the house for a weekend of fun shopping and dining for all ages The Annual Downtown Downers Grove Ice Festival returns February 8 9 2019 Watch carvers demonstrate their art in person Friday evening under the lights at 5 30pm on the southeast corner of Main and Curtiss and on Saturday with live ice carving demonstrations from 11am 3pm at the Main Street Train Station as well as south of 5150 Main Street Details at www downtowndg org or 630 725 0991 1 DINE NAPERVILLE WITH 260 OPTIONS NAPERVILLE There is always something delicious to eat in Naperville There are 260 dining options in the city to choose from With Restaurant Week coming up there will be discounts and featured menu items for many of the restaurants From casual fast dining to fancy fine dining there are dozens of options for a great deal This year more than ever Naperville has fun things to do and delicious foods to eat Don t miss out on the food fun www dinenaperville com 3 SHOP TWO BOUTIQUES IN ONE LOCATION VELVET GRACE Nestled in charming log cabins right outside of downtown Oswego Velvet Grace is worth the trip with TWO shops to enjoy In the Velvet Grace boutique we 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 which is now open full time we offer the latest in trending apparel for every season New home d cor and apparel arriving daily Velvet Grace also continues to be a proud retailer of the Annie Sloan chalk paint and products All of us at Velvet Grace take pride in offering our clients a unique shopping experience Hope to see you soon Velvet Grace 4025 US Highway 3 Oswego www velvetgrace net 630 636 6570 3 LET S WINE ABOUT WINTER AT THE WINTER WINE WALK Sunday January 19 4 7pm WHEATON Sip stroll and shop your way through Downtown Wheaton while tasting fine wines Your wine tasting includes 12 one ounce tastings in your souvenir wine glass at various downtown merchants The Winter Wine Walk happens rain snow or shine 25 per person in advance 30 per person at the door Additional tastings will be available for purchase at event Must be 21 to participate Please bring your picture ID to confirm your age www downtownwheaton com event winter wine walk 2019 5 WINE CANVAS Blackberry Farm January 16 AURORA Pinot Noir meets the palette as an instructor guides you through your own custom canvas creation Bring a bottle of your favorite wine snacks a few friends and enjoy a lively social and creative night out Cost is 19 for residents and 24 for non residents Register with the Fox Valley Park District www foxvalleyparkdistrict org Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 7

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SCENE AROUND SUBURBIA scenearound Visit Us Online for Hundreds More Photos from Each Event by Following Our Facebook Page GlancerMagazine Suburbia TM You ve Been Glanced TM YOU VE BEEN GLANCED AT Christkindlmarket Naperville 2018 A fun time was had by all who attended in Downtown Naperville These photos capture the spirit of the season at this unique event held at Naper Settlement Sparkling ornaments amazing performances and hot spiced wine Gl hwein served in a unique mug is what residents love about this German style traditional outdoor market Next year be sure to reserve your Stammtisch a popular German tradition of a shared table inside of the heated tent wher eyou can enjoy food fun www christkindlmarket com naperville Glancer Magazine was a proud annual 2018 sponsor of this event Photos by Mike Catuara for Glancer Magazine Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 9

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ON THE COVER Health INFLUENCER Meet Dr Justin Coop NAPERVILLE After the birth of their third child Dr Justin Coop s wife Dorothy took a turn for the worse with her health Severe abdominal pains that would intensify during the day and peak at night kept her from eating and sleeping well for several weeks After testing she was informed she was having gallbladder attacks and surgery to remove the gallbladder would solve her problem Dorothy had seen others in her family have this same surgery and still not experience good health so she decided to forgo the surgery and find the root of the problem With the help of a functional doctor they found there were many layers to the problem leading to the attacks Once they treated each dysfunction separately her health greatly improved and she was able to eat solid food again After this experience Dr Coop was inspired to focus his practice on functional medicine and treating problems naturally to remedy the issue We are not getting to the actual cause of most health problems here in America says Dr Coop We are patching things up and putting on band aids and then the health problem comes back or another one surfaces In 2015 he opened Inspired Health Center in Naperville where they take a whole body approach to health and heal through natural methods without drugs and surgery Dr Coop believes there is a lot of conflicting and misleading information put out about what is healthy for your body and he is dedicated to raising awareness of holistic alternatives through individual health protocols educational workshops cooking demonstrations and support groups Mindy Kyle Photos by Mike Mantucca Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 11

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Celebrity ALLURE Literary Local JANE S ANDERSON 30 Days of Character Strengths A Guided Practice to Ignite Your Best CHICAGOLAND Glen Ellyn resident Jane S Anderson has a passion for helping others increase their happiness and success Through her business Strength Based Living LLC she is a speaker teacher and coach that focuses on igniting and harnessing strengths within individuals and groups Working to share the research and practice of character strengths has become a specialty for me says Jane Character strengths elevate your capacity to express who you are and what you do when at your very best Writing her book 30 Days of Character Strengths A Guided Practice to Ignite Your Best seemed like the natural way to expand her business and reach more people While studying positive psychology the scientific study of human flourishing Jane discovered the power of rituals and practice as an effective way to create lasting changes in her life In her book she weaves together inspiring stories and research to help guide the reader through a day by day discovery of their personal strengths creating a pathway for living more authentically and shifting into new possibilities 30 Days of Character Strengths A Guided Practice to Ignite Your Best is available on Amazon and you can visit www StrengthBasedLiving com for information on her upcoming workshop Rise and Thrive in 2019 A Strengths Fueled Path Mindy Kyle Features Writer Know a Local Author in DuPage Kane or Kendall County Introduce Us at editorial glancermagazine com WEST SUBURBAN VIP One Cool Radio Guy STEVE COCHRAN WGN Radio The Steve Cochran Show WEST SUBURBAN CHICAGO Steve appeared in Grumpy Old Men as the TV weatherman has performed with Jerry Seinfeld Jay Leno and Gary Shandling and has also appeared on all the major networks as a talk show guest or news story He moved to Naperville on June 17 1994 one of the most watched nights of television the night of the OJ slow speed Bronco chase Since working in radio and television he has met six U S Presidents Actor Tom Hanks Singer Dennis DeYoung and Chicago Mayor Emanuel but is most moved and inspired by the many parents he has met and featured on the show who have foundations in memory of the children they have lost Their courage is incredible and should remind everyone how much we re blessed Steve shares He feels personally blessed to have found his own birth mother in Chicago We have 15 years together now and she was a fan of WGN before we realized our story Steve came from humble beginnings He grew up in a rural area of good blue collar hard working folks in Ithaca NY happily surrounded by 14 nearby cousins so there was never a shortage of friends including his wife Maureen who he has known since they were 5 years old Radio was his second love WTKO in Ithaca was the local Top 40 station Steve says I worked there while at Ithaca College for 2 hour and thought I had MADE IT Angie Thomas Q A and Book Signing On the Come Up Friday February 8 7pm Community Christian Church 1635 Emerson Ln Naperville Join Anderson s Bookshops for a conversation Q A and book signing with Angie Thomas to celebrate On The Come Up This is the highly anticipated second novel by Angie Thomas the author of the 1 New York Times bestselling award winning The Hate U Give After a presentation and Q A the film version of The Hate U Give will be shown in the auditorium while the author signs books in the lobby Tickets exclusively at AngieThomasAndersons brownpapertickets com This experience along with his Broadcasting Degree launched his success with his very own morning show on WGN Radio home to legends such as Wally Phillips Bob Collins Spike O Dell The best part of his job is having THAT job he says albeit he has to get up at 4am each day it s an honor Naperville has been his home for the past 24 years while raising his two children Amy 31 and Ross 27 When not working Steve blissfully enjoys his perfect granddaughter Abigail Grace and actively engages in the west suburban community through organizations such as the Patriot Education Fund Rebecca s Dream Naperville Responds for Veterans Chicago Baseball Cancer Charities Northwestern Community Hospital Foundation Rags of Honor and Cal s Angels Stand up comedy remains one of his most favorite things to do and he performs about ten times per year Kristen Kucharski Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 13

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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 LOV E Savory Sweet Sisters Belladonna Tea Coffee 101 W Van Emmon St Yorkville 630 882 9217 www belladonnateaandcoffee com Dynamic Duo Adrian Frost Jarrod Johnson The farmhouse at Nourished Table Home in Hinsdale is a destination for reconnecting people with real food They are part cooking class part food education and a whole lot of eating simple whole foods every day Founded on the principle of cooking healthy and living naturally for optimal well being they offer a number of January events inclusive of cooking classes lunch and learn sessions and kids programs WARM YOUR SPIRIT IN YORKVILLE When it s brisk out the perfect place to curl up with a great book and sip some hot pomegranate cider is just around the corner Meet a friend for lunch warm soup and conversation or start your day with a perfect coffee Get inspired about your New Year resolutions in this uplifting cozy caf Belladonna Tea and Coffee has a small town feel with artisan lunch items a broad loose leaf tea selection and specialty coffee that will beckon you back Belladonna first opened in Sandwich in late 2016 With a desire for larger kitchen and gathering spaces they moved to Yorkville and reopened September 2018 The new location includes a warmer weather outdoor terrace and a rooftop garden while taking a step inside provides a peaceful backdrop to the delectable items on the menu The dynamic duo behind the Belladonna philosophy an experience for the mind body and spirit is Jarrod Johnson and Adrian Frost Johnson uses his creative talents in the kitchen while developing the specialty coffee beverages and menu Frost finds his creative passion in the garden the loose leaf tea and the marketing end What Adrian grows in his garden Jarrod then utilizes in his seasonal selections As the seasons change so does the menu aura and aromas that surround you at Belladonna The pomegranate mulled cider is a definite favorite and only around as long as the fresh apple cider is available Looking for a specialty espresso beverage the Caramello Latte is not too sweet with the perfect hint of Vietnamese cinnamon The soup du jour Sweet Curry Cauliflower is smooth well balanced and tantalizing to the taste buds Pair a Chai Tea Latte with a bagel and some cream cheese made in house The orange cranberry and the garlic and chive both were bursting with flavor One of our many favorites is the flatbread topped with caramelized onions roasted acorn squash drizzled with maple syrup brussel sprouts bacon Chevre and a balsamic reduction The combination is extraordinary A local pastry chef from Ginger and Soul provides the sweet treats that shouldn t be ignored A warm cinnamon roll goes quite well with a cup of coffee The New Year will bring weekend small plate cheese and wine nights that are sure to be enchanting Enjoy year round special events at Caf K Tizo in Wheaton while feasting in a hot beverage or a salad with halal chicken or a delicious Panini It is said that tea and tisanes connect people to cultures and communities bringing dimension and awakening souls to life Kristen Kucharski 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 DU PA G E A R EA D I N I N G Health Inspired Dining WESTERN SUBURBS Eat healthy and feel better that s the motto of Naperville s Nature s Best Caf located in the Brookdale Square Shopping Complex They offer gluten free and vegan friendly options and incorporate locally sourced produce ensuring fresh delicious made from scratch food from breakfast through dinner Veggie Fest Presents two great January events Classic Indian Cuisine on January 12 highlighting a Vegetable Sizzler Cream of Tomato Soup with Indian Spices and Tamales de Jamaica y Atole de Lentejas Hibiscus Flower Tamales and Lentils Atole on January 19 Both events are free from 1 2 30pm at the Science of Spirituality in Lisle Take advantage of customizable vegan and gluten free menus packed with 15 grams of protein at the Protein Bar Kitchen in Oak Brook Each meal includes super charged ingredients from breakfast to salads to wraps soups bowls and bar ritos Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 15

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fabulous FAMILY New Year New Career Goals What are you doing after high school Going to college Do you need help to find the right career choice for you The Career Vision Aptitude Advantage does just that Aptitudes identify the jobs you would enjoy and be good at doing Combining your aptitudes with your interests we show you specific careers choices We give you resources about college majors job outlook and what s needed to prepare to enter those careers If you have asked yourself What should I study What am I going to do after college and want to learn how Career Vision can help give us a call Our assessment process is a positive and objective way to give you and your family the confidence to make good career choices Career Vision www careervision org 630 469 6270 Kitchen Design Done Simply The Smith Family AURORA NAPERVILLE Meet the Smith Family they are a happy healthy party of five that loves making wellness a part of their everyday Beth and her family are out in the community each day promoting a healthy lifestyle 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 Beth is a mom Benjamin 7 Brooke 4 Brynn 1 wife and owner of Baby Boot Camp in Naperville Baby Boot Camp is an innovative stroller fitness program designed to balance the fitness needs of moms while spending time with their children Her mission is to empower women to realize their full potential through inspiring health and wellness in their community She also teaches spin aqua aerobics and strength classes for Rush Copley Heathplex and the Eola Community Center Stop in their beautiful showroom or call 630 369 0500 today View their work at www thekitchenmaster com Aaron is a Senior Enterprise Architect for a leading asset management firm in downtown Chicago Aaron works long hours but always finds time to squeeze in 30 minutes of daily activity In warmer weather he walks the city streets on his lunch break Once the cold hits Aaron takes his walks runs inside to the treadmill before work Exceeding Expectations Their son Benjamin plays for Fox Valley Lacrosse True Lacrosse NFL Flag Football at Players Indoor Sports in Naperville and baseball through Wheatland Athletic Association Brooke does ballet hip hop and cheer at Storm Dance Alliance in Oswego and Brynn loves being at Baby Boot Camp during the week When this family is not out on the field dance studio office or gym they love to get out and explore the Chicagoland area cooking healthy dinners together and family game nights PENNY O BRIEN Penny provides exemplary customer service consistently ranks in the top 1 of all Naperville brokers with over 20 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 Aaron and Beth also make date nights active by participating in a couples bowling league at Parkside Lanes in Aurora and running in local races The Smith Family has a strong sense that both physical and mental health is very important and achieves this by taking life one moment at a time Kristen Kucharski 5664 Rosinweed Ln 464 500 Penny O Brien Broker SRS CSC SFR RENE Relocation Specialist Negotiation Expert 630 207 7001 PennyOBrien johngreenerealtor com Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 17

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HOME GARDEN WINTER 2018 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 EXPERIENCE THE ART OF ORGANIZATION CLOSET FACTORY You ll love this custom storage solution authority that designs around you 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 4 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 3 TRANSFORM YOUR KITCHEN SPACE 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 Visit www HeritageCabinetryDesigns com or call 630 553 0880 for your free design consultation 5 TIME TO WARM UP YOUR HOME ROSELAND DRAPERIES This west suburban company can help you add warmth to your home with colorful area rugs snugly reupholstery fabrics and luxurious bedding Update your window treatments to add style but also warmth and energy savings Choosing the right treatment will allow sunlight to flood in during the day and then provide an extra layer of insulation when closed at night Call 630 355 1565 for a free shop at home consultation filled with warm ideas Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 19

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Caring AND SHARING M O N T H LY CO LU M N To Give To Inspire Making Others Feel Extra Special GLEN ELLYN Michael Perich owner of The Gnome Colony Co in Glen Ellyn has always had a passion for the beautiful things in life that create a story and visually translate that story as well His boutique is a place where women of all ages shapes and sizes can cross the threshold into a land of love whimsy and wishes It s 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 Anyone who truly knows Michael knows that he is a man who prefers to give than to receive while fully appreciating seeing a woman smile and feel adored loved appreciated and all around better about herself Although most people think of charitable acts of kindness over the holidays Michael believes in living this philosophy This past holiday season he donated stretch stacking bracelets to seniors throughout the community starting with Travanse Living in Wheaton and Arden Courts in Glen Ellyn Nothing compares to the feeling of goodness that fills your heart and soul like being selfless and giving to another human being that needs a little love tenderness and kindness he says If I had the resources of a multi millionaire I would start a charity called I MATTER where this would be done on a daily basis for centers around the world The legacy Michael wants to leave behind is the remembrance of how he made people feel Kristen Kucharski Photo Michael gives a sweet gift to a resident at Travanse Living In Wheaton Photo by Mike Mantucca THE FISHER FOUNDATION FOR HEARING HEALTH CARE NAPERVILLE OAK BROOK Can you hear me now This phrase made popular by a long running television commercial takes on a different meaning for those going through care for hearing loss Dr Ronna Fisher who started the Healing Health Centers in 1984 has dedicated her career to bringing back the sounds of life for her patients The centers were a tribute to my father who had difficulty hearing says Dr Fisher His inability to understand conversations and hearing the wrong words affected our family relationships and his work relationships It made him more and more depressed Dr Fisher found that several of her patients could not afford the hearing services and treatment they needed Although she tried finding used and donated hearing aids she couldn t help everyone and it broke her heart She was inspired to start the Fisher Foundation for Hearing Health Care in 2005 where she would have the resources to help everyone that walked in their doors When Dr Fisher learned that the number one disability of our soldiers overseas is disabling hearing loss from gunfire and exposure to blasts due to having inadequate ear protection she was able through the Foundation to assist and change that She collaborated with several manufacturers of specialized hearing protection to make custom fit ear protection that filtered harmful and sudden impact noise out while still allowing speech and warning sounds to come through About six years ago a 6 year old child with brain cancer was referred to the Foundation Dr Fisher learned that 70 of cancer survivors have permanent and irreversible hearing loss from the very treatments that saved their lives It is especially devastating for children and their families says Dr Fisher They are in their prime learning stages Their primary mode of learning and communicating is through listening imitating and asking questions There are not a lot of resources to assist these families with their child s hearing loss Now there is The Fisher Foundation for Healing Health Care is the only foundation in America dedicated to bringing back hearing lost for children with cancer Our communities can get involved with The Foundation s efforts by donating funds and making a point of bringing their business to retailers and professional services that contribute a portion of their profits to charities The Hearing Health Centers in Naperville and Oak Brook give generous support to the Fisher Foundation For more information visit www fisherfoundationforhearing org Mindy s January Giving Inspiration Offer to do pro bono work on a project where your skills are needed 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 Glancer Magazine JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 21

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Kid Stuff There are many fun health inspired events and activities throughout DuPage County for the kids to enjoy From sledding and ice skating at the neighborhood park to taking a super fun class at the local fitness center our community offers endless opportunities for kids to stay active Here are a few fun winter activities for the kids to enjoy Be sure to share them online www glancermagazine com Tarzan Tickets On Sale Now NAPERVILLE Discover a swinging adventure in the jungles of West Africa as the Naperville Park District and Magical Starlight Theatre present Tarzan The Stage Musical this January Purchase tickets in advance for 12 each or at the door for 15 Performances will be held at the Naperville Central High School Auditorium Jan 11 13 and 18 20 www napervilleparks org Daniel Tiger s Neighborhood A Grr ific Exhibit Coming to Museum NAPERVILLE Opening January 19 at DuPage Children s Museum Daniel Tiger s Neighborhood A Grrific Exhibit brings to life the themes presented in the award winning PBS Kids television series created by The Fred Rogers Company that follows the adventures of 4 year old Daniel Tiger and his friends Daniel Tiger s Neighborhood brings the wisdom and life lessons of Fred Rogers to a new generation Play sing explore and pretend in some favorite and familiar places from the Neighborhood Plan your visit today www dupagechildrens org 630 637 8000 Award Winning Anima Glen Ellyn Children s Chorus GLEN ELLYN The award winning Anima Glen Ellyn Children s Chorus enjoys a reputation as one of the leading youth choirs in the world and has served as an artistic and educational model for choirs since 1964 International tours have taken Anima to six continents and Anima frequently appears with Lyric Opera of Chicago Chicago Symphony Orchestra Grant Park Symphony and many others To learn about Anima s programs for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade visit www animasingers org or call 630 858 2471 ice skating Naperville Culinary Classes for Kids Ice Skate the Day Away at Seven Bridges Ice Rink NAPERVILLE Sir la Table offers in store cooking classes and camps for kids and teens througout the year Your junior chef can learn to make Valentine s Day cookies dinner delights fun snacks and more Visit online for a complete class schedule at www sirlatable com WOODRIDGE Lace up the skated and head over to Seven Bridges to enjoy fun open skates celebrations or your next family group outing Seven Bridges Ice Arena is Chicagoland s home for family friendly fun entertainment and activities that revolve around active healthy lifestyles Public skate times may vary Check out www sevenbridgesicearena com for more details Seven Bridges Ice Arena is located at 6690 IL 53 Woodridge Check online at www glancermagazine com for more fun ice skating stops in the western suburbs 22 DUPAGE NEAR WEST JANUARY 2019 Glancer Magazine

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PLACES MOMS LOVE MO N T H L Y C O L UMN Mom s Little Black Book AXEPLOSION I watched the axe throwing trend sweep across Chicago a couple of years ago but most of the venues had an age restriction of 18 years and up As the activity gained in popularity it spread into the suburbs and the restrictions eased as confidence was gained with the safety of the sport It still remains one of the hottest new trends for young teens to adults and with Axeplosion now in Lombard west suburban residents have the added convenience of nearby fun The recommended age is 13 and up due to the weight of the axe and skill needed to hit the target but you are certainly welcome to bring younger kids The venue is relaxed yet experts are on hand to ensure safety at all times You can even bring in outside food and drink to their lounge area and make a day of hanging out with the kids When I arrived with my teens we all went into the range a bit cocky after all how hard could it be to throw an axe at a wood target Ha We quickly learned you must spin the axe just right with just the right amount of power and you have no freak n idea how hard it was to anchor that son of a gun Tessa put us all to shame and we started to believe that one board was easier than the other so we switched sides to try and gain points which only proved that it truly was in the talent of the thrower and not a bad board We eventually caught on and began to keep score which really made the competition fun and the happy dances begin with each successful throw Overview Welcome to the largest axe throwing venue in Chicago where Axeplosion Experts will guide you through the basics of axe throwing in 10 to 15 minutes then you can go ahead and Axeplode against your targets and compete against your friends Experts are on hand to help and keep everyone safe at all times Axeplosion 850 DuPage Avenue Lombard IL 60148 630 519 4657 www axeplosion com Hours 4 p m to 9 p m Tuesday thru Thursday Noon Midnight Friday and Saturday Noon to 9 p m Sunday Price 20 hour check Groupon for Deals 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 JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 23

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HEALTH BEAUTY FEEL YOUR BEST IN 2019 Healthy Local Living 2 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 1 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 details www conciergemedspa com glancer 5 HIGH TECH DENTAL OFFICE IN THE HEART OF GLEN ELLYN GLEN ELLYN DENTISTRY Owner Dr Charise Petrelli is skilled in all aspects of general and cosmetic dentistry for patients of all ages Boasting the latest technological advancements her practice only uses digital xrays which contain 80 90 less radiation than traditional film x rays The newly expanded staff including Dr Christopher Zwiercan takes great pride in knowing their patients individually and treating them like family Other servffers Velscope Vx Oral Cancer Screenings Xylitol products which help prevent cavities Philips ZOOM professional teeth whitening options and a variety of Sonicare electric toothbrushes Glen Ellyn Dentistry 577 Pennsylvania 100 Glen Ellyn 630 942 0727 www glenellyndentistry com 3 FAMILY DENTISTRY WITH A WIDE ARRAY OF SERVICES Valley View Dental offers a full array of general dentistry services cosmetic dentistry periodontal dental implants orthodontics procedures and oral surgery This includes Invisalign BOOST Teeth Whitening CEREC one day crowns and even same day emergency visits With a large staff of 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 4 LOCAL DOCTOR HELPING RESIDENTS LOOK FEEL GREAT A T O Z W E L L N E S S A N D B O D Y 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 JANUARY 2019 DUPAGE NEAR WEST 25

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MIND BODY SPIRIT INSPIRED PLACES We all want to feel our best as we enter 2019 We may want to enroll in some new programs or be more mindful of our personal health by taking time for ourselves From working with a mindfulness coach and enrolling in a kickboxing program to treating yourself to a monthly massage and doing recurring facial treatments we have unveiled 7 Spectacular Mind Body Spirit Inspired Places that we think you ll love in 2019 2 Twelve Pathways Acupuncture LISLE Discover the power of Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture Here you will find solutions for modern ailments using effective non invasive ancient traditions The World Health Organization officially recognizes Acupuncture as suitable treatment for over 200 common clinical disorders Enhance your life today at Twelve Pathways Acupuncture with real and attainable benefits www twelvepathwaysacupuncture com 1 3 Radiant Life Holistic Wellness Center NAPERVILLE Holistic services range from massage therapy and reiki energy work services to complimentary services that help guide balance of body mind and spirit Visit them for meditation group classes sip n paint group art classes healing circles and more www radiantlifeholisticwellness com 3 1 Abhyaasa Yoga Studio NAPERVILLE Abhyaasa ahb YAH sah means a consistent dedicated cheerful practice an earnest and consistent effort Regardless of whether the name Abhyaasa gets you tongue tied the studio name acts as a reminder that establishing a sincere selfless intention putting in earnest effort and being content with whatever comes to be is the heart of yoga The studio teaches non dogmatic mindful yoga of varying styles to facilitate grace awareness peace and compassion throughout our daily lives www abhyaasayoga com 5 6 6 The Emperor s Medicine NAPERVILLE The Emperor s Medicine provides 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 The Emperor s Medicine Naperville IL 630 4289001 www foxvalleyacupuncture com 26 DUPAGE NEAR WEST JANUARY 2019 Glancer Magazine 4 4 Organic Spa and Salon Intelligent Beauty NAPERVILLE Imagine a space where you can relax be surrounded by SPA essential oil fragrances and soothing music Imagine yourself in a zero gravity chair getting a pedicure and organic facial treatment at the same time Imagine getting your hair colored and knowing that all hair products are formulated with a very high concentration of natural organic biodynamic active ingredients working with the well being of people www organicspaib com 5 Holistic Chiropractic Healing Arts Center NAPERVILLE Dr Kent Christianson at Holistic Chiropractic Healing Arts Center combines skill and expertise that span the entire wellness spectrum including Chiropractic Chinese Medicine Enzyme therapies yoga proven movement therapies 630 548 0700 Dr Selma S Gladney DAOM The Emperor s Medicine 2 7 7 Science of Spirituality LISLE Science of Spirituality is a nonprofit organization with 2 800 centers worldwide dedicated to providing a forum where people can learn meditation for its benefits of physical mental and emotional health Experience refreshing moments of calm balance and peace any time you want through meditation www sos org

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